Merchandise display stand
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional merchandise display stands face compatibility issues due to differing sizes and shapes of support brackets, leading to improper fitting and structural integrity problems when shelves are loaded.
Innovation Solution
A vertically extending support with interchangeable bracket retention supports of varying thickness and spacing, allowing for customizable fitting within channels, along with additional features like electrical power integration and visual installation aids.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional hook style fasteners are used in brackets of differing sizes and shapes, then the display stand can accommodate various bracket designs, but the brackets either do not fit at all or fit loosely and are subject to failure once a load is placed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by providing multiple bracket retention support members with varying thicknesses and spacing between openings. Each member is configured with specific parameters (thickness, opening spacing) to match different bracket types, allowing the system to adapt to various bracket designs while maintaining secure engagement and structural integrity under load.
2Manufacturing precision
If bracket retention supports of different thickness and spacing are used, then precise fitting for various bracket configurations is achieved, but the device complexity increases due to multiple replaceable components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a standardized channel structure that can accommodate multiple types of bracket retention support members. The universal channel design allows different thickness and spacing configurations to be used within the same system, enabling precise fitting for various bracket configurations without requiring entirely different support structures for each bracket type.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the bracket retention function into separate, interchangeable support members. Each member is a discrete component with specific thickness and opening spacing characteristics, allowing individual selection and replacement based on the bracket configuration requirements, thereby managing complexity through modularity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If interchangeable bracket retention supports are implemented, then adaptability to different bracket sizes is improved, but the ease of operation decreases due to the need to selectively replace components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring multiple bracket retention support members with different thicknesses and spacing arrangements before installation. This allows the installer to select the appropriate pre-prepared component for the specific bracket type being installed, eliminating the need for on-site modification or complex adjustment procedures.
Data Source
AI summary
A merchandise display stand includes a pair of brackets for carrying a panel having advertising indicia on a first end thereof. A plurality of spaced-apart upright supports extend vertically, and a channel extends across a horizontal support that spans the spaced-apart upright supports. The channel defines an upper and lower flange. The upper and lower flange define a space therebetween for selectively receiving a power cord. Each bracket defines a pair of shoulders on a second end thereof. Each of the shoulders is configured for engaging with a respective flange to receivably engage each of the brackets with the channel.