Magnetic Wall Attachment System for Easy Device Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a convenient method to attach deodorization devices, such as photocatalytic devices, to wall surfaces effectively, as existing solutions do not provide a straightforward and secure attachment mechanism.
Innovation Solution
A wall attachment system comprising an object to be mounted with a metal back surface and an attachment unit featuring a magnet, where the metal and magnet interact to secure the device in place upon correct positioning, allowing for easy installation and secure attachment to a wall surface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a conventional attachment method (screws, adhesives, or mechanical fasteners) is used to attach the deodorization device to the wall, then the attachment strength and reliability are improved, but the ease of installation and maintenance is worsened due to complex procedures and tools required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces conventional mechanical attachment systems (screws, adhesives, mechanical fasteners) with a magnetic attachment system. The attachment unit includes a magnet that magnetically attracts to a metal plate mounted on the back of the deodorization device, providing secure attachment without requiring complex mechanical fastening procedures or adhesive application. This substitution maintains reliable attachment strength while dramatically simplifying installation and maintenance operations.
2Reliability
If a secure attachment mechanism is implemented to ensure the device remains firmly in place, then the reliability of the attachment is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional components required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical attachment mechanisms with a simple magnetic attraction system. Instead of requiring multiple screws, springs, latches, or interlocking components, the system uses a single magnet in the attachment unit that magnetically attracts to a metal plate on the device back. This provides secure attachment reliability while minimizing the number of parts and overall mechanism complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts the attachment function from the main device body, placing the magnet in a separate attachment unit that can be independently mounted on the wall. The device itself only requires a simple metal plate on its back surface. This separation allows the attachment mechanism to be optimized independently and simplifies the overall device structure by removing complex integrated attachment systems.
3Reliability
If a permanent attachment system is used to ensure the device remains securely mounted, then the attachment reliability is improved, but the ease of repair and maintenance is worsened due to difficulty in detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a dynamic attachment system using magnetic attraction rather than a static permanent connection. The magnetic force provides secure mounting during normal operation, but allows easy detachment when needed by simply pulling the device away from the wall. The magnetic attraction automatically engages when the device is brought near the attachment unit and automatically disengages when pulled away, providing both security and ease of maintenance without requiring tools or complex release mechanisms.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system enables convenient and secure attachment of deodorization devices to walls, ensuring they remain firmly in place without requiring complex installation procedures, while also allowing for easy detachment and maintenance of the photocatalytic unit.
Implementation Method 1
The attachment unit has a front surface installed with a magnet. The wall attachment system is configured so that the metal and the magnet contact each other in response to the object to be mounted being set in position for installation on the attachment unit.
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AI summary
A wall attachment system is provided that includes an object to be mounted, and an attachment unit for attaching the object to be mounted to a wall surface. The object to be mounted has a back surface installed with a metal. The attachment unit has a front surface installed with a magnet. The wall attachment system is configured so that the metal and the magnet contact each other in response to the object to be mounted being set in position for installation on the attachment unit.