Framing system and wall pad therefor

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional frame construction is time-consuming and costly, and existing mounting systems do not allow for easy repositioning without damaging the support surface.

Innovation Solution

A repositionable frame system featuring a frame component with a rear frame mount containing a first magnetic element, and a repositionable wall pad with a second magnetic element and adhesive layers, allowing for secure and repositionable attachment to a support surface without marring it.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Strength

If traditional frame construction using wood pieces attached at corners is used, then structural strength is achieved, but assembly time and cost increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveframe structural strengthVSAvoidassembly time

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple frame components into a single rear frame mount piece that integrates the mounting function. Instead of separately attaching multiple wood pieces at corners, the invention uses one consolidated component with integrated mounting features, thereby reducing assembly time while maintaining structural integrity through the unified design

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention segments the frame system into distinct functional components: a frame component for holding the image substrate and a separate rear frame mount for wall attachment. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each component and simplifies assembly by enabling separate manufacturing and straightforward combination of parts

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Strength

If traditional mounting systems are used to attach frames to walls, then secure attachment is achieved, but the support surface is damaged

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting attachment strengthVSAvoidsupport surface damage

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces traditional mechanical mounting systems (nails, screws, holes) with a magnetic mounting system. The rear frame mount contains magnetic elements that attract to corresponding magnetic elements in the wall pad, providing secure attachment through magnetic force without penetrating or damaging the wall surface

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention changes the fundamental attachment parameter from mechanical penetration (nails/screws) to magnetic attraction. This parameter change allows the frame to be securely mounted while preserving the wall surface, as magnetic forces can provide sufficient holding strength without physical intrusion into the support structure

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

3Stability of the object's composition

If frames are permanently mounted to walls, then stable positioning is achieved, but repositioning becomes impossible

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveframe positioning stabilityVSAvoidframe repositioning capability

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a dynamic mounting system using magnetic attraction instead of permanent mechanical fastening. The magnetic connection provides stable positioning during normal use but allows easy separation and repositioning when needed, transforming the mounting system from static and permanent to dynamic and reversible

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention introduces magnetic elements as an intermediary between the frame and wall surface. These magnetic intermediaries provide the bonding force for secure attachment while inherently allowing for non-destructive separation and repositioning, unlike direct mechanical fastening methods

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

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 enables easy assembly and repositioning of frames without damaging the support surface, providing a cost-effective and efficient solution for displaying images or artwork.

Implementation Method 1

a second magnetic element that is magnetically attracted to the first magnetic element

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetic attraction: Magnetism

Implementation Method 2

a permanent transfer adhesive layer disposed directly along the second face

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectAdhesion: Adhesive

Data Source

PatentUS12329297B2Framing system and wall pad therefor

Publication Date: 2025.06.17 TRACER IMAGING LLC

AI summary

A repositionable frame system includes a frame component for holding an image substrate and having a rear face. The system further include a frame mount that is fixedly attached to the rear face of the frame component. The frame mount comprises a first magnetic element. The system also includes a repositionable wall pad for placement on a support surface and configured to detachably couple to the frame mount. The wall pad includes a cross-linked closed cell polyethylene foam having a first face that faces away from the frame mount and an opposite second face that faces the frame mount. The wall pad further includes a removable transfer adhesive layer disposed directly along the first face, a permanent transfer adhesive layer disposed directly along the second face, and a second magnetic element that is magnetically attracted to the first magnetic element.