Magnetic Panel Alignment Mechanism for Multi-Display Height Adjustment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Digital signage systems experience screen distortion due to height or level differences between adjacent display panels, which is not effectively addressed by existing technologies.

Innovation Solution

A multi-display device with a display module, frame, displacement adjustment unit, rotating magnet, and magnetic rod system that allows for adjusting the height or level differences between adjacent display modules by rotating the magnet and rod to align panels without physical detachment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Quantity of substance

If display panels are installed in multi-display devices, then information display capability is improved, but screen distortion occurs due to height differences between adjacent panels

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenumber of display panelsVSAvoidscreen alignment accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The invention divides the adjustment function into separate modular components: a displacement adjustment unit with threaded rod and nut mechanism, and a rotating magnet assembly. This segmentation allows independent adjustment of each display panel's position without affecting others, enabling precise alignment correction for height differences between adjacent panels.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The invention replaces traditional mechanical fastening systems with a magnetic field-based adjustment mechanism. The rotating magnet interacts with a magnetic rod to produce rotational motion that drives the threaded displacement adjustment unit, eliminating the need for complex mechanical linkages and enabling easier adjustment while maintaining precise positioning.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Ease of manufacture

If traditional installation methods are used for display panels, then installation process is simple, but adjustment of height differences requires physical detachment and reattachment

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation simplicityVSAvoidadjustment convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The invention transforms the static installation system into a dynamic adjustable system. The rotating magnet and magnetic rod enable continuous rotational adjustment of the display panel position during operation, allowing real-time correction of height differences without requiring detachment. The threaded rod converts rotational motion into linear displacement for precise positioning.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention introduces a magnetic field as an intermediary between the rotating magnet and the display panel mounting structure. This magnetic intermediary transmits rotational motion through the magnetic rod to the displacement adjustment unit, enabling non-contact force transmission and smooth adjustment without mechanical friction or wear.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Manufacturing precision

If display panels are repeatedly attached and detached for adjustment, then alignment can be corrected, but damage risk increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepanel alignment accuracyVSAvoidpanel durability
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The invention performs preliminary positioning adjustment through the displacement adjustment unit before final panel attachment. The rotating magnet mechanism allows fine-tuning of panel height and alignment while the panel remains mounted, eliminating the need for repeated detachment and reattachment operations that could cause damage to connectors or mounting structures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The system effectively prevents screen distortion by aligning adjacent display modules, reduces installation time, and minimizes damage during repeated attachments and detachments.

Implementation Method 1

a rotating magnet rotatably coupled to a rear surface of the display module and attached to the displacement adjustment unit, wherein, when the rotating magnet rotates, the displacement adjustment unit rotates

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic field interaction: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS12520445B2Display device
Publication Date: 2026.01.06 LG ELECTRONICS INC
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AI summary

A display device includes: a display module; a frame positioned at the rear side of the display module; a displacement control unit which is positioned between the display module and the frame and of which a position in a front/rear direction on the frame changes according to a rotational direction thereof; a rotating magnet rotatably coupled to the rear surface of the display module and attached to the displacement control unit, wherein when the rotating magnet rotates, the displacement control unit rotates and moves in the front/rear direction. According to the display device, a height difference between display modules arranged adjacent to each other can be easily adjusted.