Modular floor basis, modular presentation system for the display and support of goods and build-up method

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing modular floor systems lack the ability to create elevated presentation podiums, efficiently manage cables, and provide a reliable fixation system, leading to increased labor costs and a technical appearance due to multiple parts and seams.

Innovation Solution

A modular presentation system comprising interconnectable floor tiles, blocks, and cover plates with a clampable connection piece that allows for easy assembly and disassembly without horizontal movement of tiles, enabling the creation of elevated surfaces with a seamless appearance and efficient cable management.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If multiple connection elements and mechanical interconnections are used to create elevated presentation surfaces, then the structural stability and flexibility are improved, but the number of visible seams increases and the appearance becomes more technical

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidnumber of visible seams

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the connection function into the floor tile itself by integrating connection recesses directly into the tile structure. This eliminates the need for separate connection elements and mechanical interconnections, resulting in a seamless appearance while maintaining structural stability through the integrated connection design.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional modular floor systems with separate connection elements are used, then the adaptability and flexibility are improved, but the labor cost and installation time increase

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveflexibilityVSAvoidinstallation speed

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The connection recesses are integrated directly into the floor tiles, eliminating the need for separate connection elements. This reduces the number of parts to assemble and simplifies the installation process, thereby increasing installation speed and productivity while maintaining the adaptability of the modular system.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Strength

If floor tiles are interconnected using conventional connection methods, then the structural integrity is improved, but the horizontal movement of tiles during assembly is required, increasing installation complexity

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural integrityVSAvoidassembly ease

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

Instead of requiring horizontal movement to engage connection elements, the patent inverts the approach by having connection recesses that accept connection pieces from above in a vertical direction. This eliminates the need for horizontal tile movement during assembly, simplifying the installation process while maintaining structural integrity through the vertical engagement mechanism.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #13The other way round (Inversion)

4Adaptability or versatility

If conventional modular floor systems are used, then the basic floor coverage function is achieved, but the ability to create elevated presentation podiums and manage cables is lost

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveelevated surface capabilityVSAvoidnumber of additional components

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The floor tiles are designed with multi-functionality, incorporating connection recesses, cable management channels, and stacking capabilities into the basic tile structure. This allows the same tile to serve multiple purposes: floor coverage, elevated surface creation through stacking, and cable management, thereby achieving adaptability without significantly increasing the quantity of additional components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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 allows for quick and efficient setup of elevated presentation surfaces with minimal labor, reducing visible seams and labor costs while providing a visually uniform and aesthetically pleasing display solution.

Implementation Method 1

floor tiles, blocks, and cover plates are configured to clamp on top of floor tiles and blocks

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectClamping force: Mechanical Fastener

Data Source

PatentEP3725972B1Modular floor basis, modular presentation system for the display and support of goods and build-up method

Publication Date: 2021.12.15 EASYBUILD BVBA

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AI summary

The invention pertains to a modular presentation system for the display and support of goods and a build-up method therefor. The system comprises floor tiles, blocks, and cover plates. Two floor tiles can be interconnected by placing the two floor tiles adjacent and subsequently mounting a connection piece in connection recesses provided in the two floor tiles. Floor tiles, blocks, and cover plates are configured to clamp on top of floor tiles and blocks. The present invention allows to quickly and efficiently build up the modular presentation system.