Magnetic Parchment Tile Structure for Protected Wall Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing magnetic panels and tiles lack durability and effective protection for their magnetic components, and there is a need for a cost-effective solution that combines magnetic functionality with aesthetic and protective features.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic tile or panel comprising a non-magnetic material with embedded magnetic material, covered by barrier materials and enveloped with parchment, providing protection and magnetic attachment capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If magnetic material is embedded in a panel or tile, then magnetic attachment capability is achieved, but the magnetic components are vulnerable to damage and lack protection
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic material is embedded within the panel structure, creating a nested configuration where the magnetic component is housed inside the panel body. This nesting provides inherent protection while maintaining external magnetic functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
Barrier materials and parchment layers are applied in advance to protect the magnetic components before the panel is put into service. This preliminary protective action prevents damage from occurring during normal use.
2Reliability
If barrier materials and parchment are added to protect magnetic components, then durability and protection are improved, but manufacturing complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
Thin parchment layers and flexible barrier materials are used to protect the magnetic components. These thin film solutions provide effective protection without adding significant structural complexity or manufacturing difficulty.
Solution Approach 2:
The panel structure combines multiple materials (panel substrate, barrier materials, parchment, and magnetic material) into a composite construction. This composite approach integrates protection and functionality in a unified structure that simplifies manufacturing.
3Shape
If parchment layers are applied to envelope the panel, then aesthetic appearance is enhanced, but the manufacturing process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
Parchment layers are applied as thin film coverings that conform to the panel surface. This method enhances aesthetic appearance through the parchment's natural texture and appearance while maintaining relatively simple manufacturing processes.
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 solution offers a durable, cost-effective magnetic panel that is protected from damage, aesthetically enhanced with parchment, and can be securely magnetically attached to surfaces, enhancing both functionality and appearance.
Implementation Method 1
A magnetic tile or panel comprising a non-magnetic material with embedded magnetic material... can be securely magnetically attached to surfaces
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates generally to a tile or panel having at least one magnetic material embedded therein, and fully or partially covered with at least one layer of parchment. The invention also encompasses at least one discrete permanent magnet that is placed at an appropriate location within a panel or tile, and wherein at least a portion of the panel or tile and the at least one magnet are then optionally covered with at least one layer of at least one barrier material, and then at least one parchment layer partially or fully envelopes this assembly. The inventive tile having at least one magnetic type material can have at least one indicia or design on at least one surface, and the inventive tile can be magnetically attached to a wall or another panel having at least one magnetic type material to form a wall or panel surface.