Modular Curtain-Blind with Independent Section Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional curtain-blind systems are time-consuming to install, require measuring and assembly similar to curtains, and when damaged, the entire system must be removed for repair or replacement, lacking flexibility in section replacement and privacy control.
Innovation Solution
A curtain-blind system with releasable connectors allows individual sections to be hung and removed independently, simplifying installation and maintenance, with hangers that enable sections to be clamped and unclamped separately, and a light-permeable third surface for adjustable light control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If conventional curtain-blind systems are used, then light control function is provided, but installation is time-consuming and requires measuring and assembly similar to curtains
Solution Approach 1:
The curtain-blind system is divided into multiple independent sections, each with its own connectors and hangers. This segmentation allows each section to be installed separately and independently, eliminating the need for complex measuring and assembly of the entire blind at once. Users can simply hang individual sections on the window frame without requiring professional installation.
2Ease of repair
If conventional curtain-blind systems are used, then light control function is provided, but individual section replacement requires removing the entire blind
Solution Approach 1:
Each section is designed as an independent modular unit with connectors that attach to hangers. This segmentation enables individual sections to be removed and replaced without affecting other sections. A user can simply detach the connector of a damaged section from its hanger and replace it with a new section, without needing to remove the entire curtain-blind system.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If blackout strips are spaced by translucent strips as in GB2549637, then light and privacy control is achieved, but the entire curtain-blind must be removed for repair or replacement
Solution Approach 1:
The curtain-blind is segmented into multiple independent sections, each containing a combination of blackout and translucent strips. This segmentation allows individual sections to be accessed, removed, and replaced independently. When a section needs repair or replacement, users can simply detach that specific section from its hanger without removing the entire curtain-blind system, making maintenance much more accessible and convenient.
4Object-affected harmful factors
If made-to-measure blinds are used to mitigate light haloing, then light blocking performance is improved, but cost increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses standardized sections with connectors that can be positioned at different locations along the window frame. This allows the curtain-blind to adapt to various window sizes and shapes without requiring custom-made measurements for the entire blind. The sections can be arranged and positioned to achieve proper fit and light blocking performance, eliminating light haloing issues while maintaining standard manufacturing costs.
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AI summary
There is disclosed curtain-blind system in which hangers are used to hang multiple sections of the overall curtain-blind. Each section of the curtain-blind has a first surface, a second surface, a first connector clamping the first surface, and a second connector clamping the second surface. The first connector is releasably hung on a first hanger and the second connector is releasably hung on a second hanger. The curtain-blind sections are arranged side-by-side on the respective hangers in use with the first connector of one curtain-blind section being independently releasable from an adjacent curtain-blind section whilst remaining clamped to the first surface. In this way individual sections can be hung and removed independently of other sections of the curtain-blind. There is also disclosed a hanger for the curtain blind system which has a head portion arranged to be received in a head-rail and a hanger portion depending below the head portion. The hanger portion is configured to releasably hold independent connectors of first and second curtain-blind sections such that said sections are hung adjacently on the hanger portion in a side-by-side arrangement.