Modular Display Frame Structure for Internal Vertical Load Distribution

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display support structures face challenges in efficiently supporting large arrays of electronic displays while allowing for easy assembly and disassembly, and in distributing vertical loads effectively to maintain structural integrity and compactness.

Innovation Solution

A modular frame system comprising cross members, vertical members, and internal structural support members with display mounts, designed to align with VESA standards and distribute vertical loads internally, enabling seamless assembly and disassembly of display panels.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a modular frame system is used to support large arrays of displays, then ease of assembly and disassembly is improved, but structural integrity and load distribution may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of assembly and disassemblyVSAvoidstructural integrity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The support structure is divided into modular frame units that can be independently assembled and disassembled. Each frame unit contains integrated structural members that maintain strength while enabling modular configuration for easy assembly and disassembly of large display arrays.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Multiple structural functions are merged into integrated frame members that simultaneously provide structural support, load distribution, and modular connection capabilities. This combination maintains structural integrity while enabling ease of assembly through unified design elements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Volume of moving object

If displays are arranged with minimal spacing to form compact assemblies, then volume efficiency is improved, but structural stability and load distribution may deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecompactness of display assemblyVSAvoidstructural stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The frame structure utilizes three-dimensional spatial configuration with vertical members extending between cross members to provide structural support. This dimensional approach allows minimal horizontal spacing between displays while maintaining stability through vertical load paths.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Solution Approach 2:

Structural support elements are strategically positioned at critical locations within the frame, such as vertical members between cross members, to provide localized reinforcement. This allows compact overall spacing while maintaining structural stability through targeted support zones.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Force

If internal vertical members are designed as structural support members to carry vertical loads, then load distribution is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevertical load distributionVSAvoidframe structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ForceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The internal vertical members serve multiple functions simultaneously: they act as structural support members for load bearing, provide attachment points for display panels, and form part of the modular frame configuration. This multi-functionality improves load distribution without proportionally increasing complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS11150855B2Display support structure
Publication Date: 2021.10.19 PRODN RESOURCE GROUP L L C
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AI summary

Display panel frames configured and dimensioned to support display panels and also attach to adjacent display panel frames in a modular fashion to form a larger display assembly. In some examples, the display panel frames include one or more structural members configured to support a load on the frame, wherein the structural members also have at least one display panel mount for attaching a display panel to the frame. In some examples, the frames are configured to support display panels having mounting interface points conforming with a Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) interface standard.