Modular Display Panel Connectors for Free Rotation and Easy Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing modular display systems are restrictive, expensive, and labor-intensive to assemble, with complex attachment mechanisms that limit customization and free movement of modular units, often resulting in damaged connections and permanent attachments that hinder replacement.
Innovation Solution
A display system comprising a base, collapsible support structure, and spinner connectors that allow modular panels to move independently, featuring a collapsible support structure connected to the base and spinner connectors that enable free movement around the structure, allowing for seamless backdrop customization and easy assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If complex rigid connection systems are used to connect modular units, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability and ease of replacement deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is divided into separate functional components: the connector body, the attachment mechanism, and the modular units. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the connector provides stable connection while the modular units remain easily replaceable through simple attachment/detachment operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system transitions from rigid permanent attachments to dynamic reversible connections. The connector allows modular units to be attached and detached multiple times while maintaining structural integrity during use, enabling both stability during operation and adaptability for reconfiguration or replacement.
2Strength
If complex attachment mechanisms are used to connect modular units, then connection strength is improved, but device complexity and assembly time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The complex attachment mechanism is extracted and replaced with a simple connector design that uses basic mechanical elements. The connector provides sufficient connection strength through straightforward geometric interlocking and friction, eliminating the need for complicated multi-component attachment systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector is designed as a simple, inexpensive component that can be easily manufactured and replaced if needed. Rather than using expensive complex mechanisms, the design employs straightforward mechanical elements that provide adequate strength for the application while keeping overall system cost and complexity low.
3Reliability
If pipes are over tightened to secure modular units, then connection reliability is improved, but the modular units are damaged and restricted from free movement
Solution Approach 1:
The connector incorporates design features that prevent over-tightening before it occurs. Mechanical stops, friction-based holding, or geometric constraints in the connector design automatically limit the tightening force to safe levels, cushioning against the harmful effect of excessive force that would damage modular units or restrict their movement.
4Stability of the object's composition
If permanent attachment methods are used to connect modular units, then structural stability is improved, but ease of repair and replacement deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system transitions from static permanent attachments to dynamic reversible connections. The connector allows modular units to be securely attached during use (providing structural stability) but can be easily detached for replacement or repair, enabling the system to adapt between these two states as needed.
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AI summary
A display system is provided and includes a base, a collapsible support structure, a spinner connector, and a modular panel. The collapsible support structure connects with the base, and the spinner connector receives the collapsible support structure. The spinner connector independently moves around the collapsible support structure. The modular panel is removably connected to the spinner connector such that the modular panel can also move independent of the collapsible support structure.