Modular Display Assembly Magnetic Tile Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing modular display systems lack flexibility and security in assembly and disassembly, requiring complete disassembly for individual component replacement and offering limited design options.
Innovation Solution
A modular display assembly comprising display tiles with magnets and mounting holes, connected by magnetic plates with posts that allow for secure interconnection and easy reconfiguration, enabling quick assembly and disassembly without complete disassembly, and allowing for various tile shapes and designs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional modular display systems use mechanical fastening methods, then assembly security is improved, but assembly time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical fastening systems (screws, bolts, clips) with a magnetic field-based connection system. Magnets embedded in the display tiles and connecting plates create secure magnetic attraction forces that hold the modular components together without requiring mechanical fasteners, thereby reducing assembly time while maintaining connection reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces magnetic fields as an intermediary force between display tiles and connecting plates. The magnets and magnetic plates act as mediators that transmit holding force without direct mechanical contact, enabling quick connection and disconnection while maintaining secure assembly
2Strength
If modular display systems use complex connection hardware, then connection strength is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent eliminates complex mechanical connection hardware by substituting it with magnetic attraction forces. The magnetic connection system provides sufficient holding strength through magnetic field interaction, removing the need for multiple mechanical fasteners, clips, or locking mechanisms, thereby simplifying the overall system while maintaining connection strength
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the fundamental parameter of connection from mechanical interlocking to magnetic field interaction. By utilizing magnetic field strength as the connection parameter instead of mechanical engagement, the system achieves strong connections with simpler components, reducing overall system complexity
3Reliability
If modular display systems require complete disassembly for component replacement, then connection security is improved, but maintenance time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the modular display system into discrete tiles and connecting plates that can be independently manipulated. The magnetic connection system allows individual tiles to be detached from specific connecting plates without affecting other parts of the display, enabling selective component replacement while maintaining overall connection security
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a dynamic connection system where magnetic forces can be easily engaged and disengaged. The magnetic connection allows for quick attachment and detachment of individual components, transforming the static complete disassembly requirement into a dynamic selective replacement process, thereby improving maintenance efficiency
4Ease of manufacture
If modular display systems use fixed design configurations, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but design flexibility decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates universal display tiles and connecting plates that can be used in multiple configurations. The standardized magnetic connection interface allows the same basic components to be arranged in various patterns and layouts, providing design flexibility without requiring different manufacturing processes for different configurations
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 provides a flexible and secure display solution that is resistant to inadvertent disassembly, allows for easy replacement of components, and offers extensive design possibilities through various tile configurations and orientations.
Implementation Method 1
Each of the display tiles has magnets and mounting holes adjacent thereto in locations along a periphery thereof. Each of the connecting plates has a base and at least one post. At least two adjacent tiles are commonly connected to at least one of the connecting plates having at least two posts, the base of the connecting plate being magnetically connected to respective magnets of the adjacent tiles
Data Source
AI summary
A modular display assembly includes a plurality of display tiles, a plurality of connecting plates connecting the plurality of display tiles and a support structure supporting the plurality of display tiles and the plurality of connecting plates. Each of the display tiles having magnets and mounting holes adjacent thereto in locations along a periphery thereof. Each of the connecting plates has a base and at least one post. Adjacent tiles are commonly connected to plates having at least two posts, the base of the connecting plate being magnetically connected to respective magnets of the adjacent tiles with the two posts extending into respective adjacent mounting holes. Some of the connecting plates engage the support structure, a first row of display tiles is connected thereto, additional connecting plates are connected to the first row of display tiles and a second row of display tiles is connected to the additional connecting plates.