Modular Mirror Frame with Segmented Mounting for Flexible Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Installing and transporting acrylic, glass, and Mylar mirrors is challenging due to their unique installation requirements and difficulty in connecting multiple mirrors for large applications, making it hard to handle and secure them safely.
Innovation Solution
A modular mirror mounting system with a frame comprising elongated supports, cross supports, and mounting apertures, allowing for secure attachment of mirrors with fasteners and wheels for easy transportation and installation, enabling flexible configuration and secure mounting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a large single mirror is used to achieve different application configurations, then the mirror can be connected together for various applications, but it becomes extremely difficult to transport and install safely
Solution Approach 1:
The mirror system is divided into multiple smaller mirror segments that can be individually transported and installed. Each mirror segment is mounted on a separate frame module with elongated supports and cross supports, allowing the mirrors to be assembled into different configurations (single large mirror or multiple smaller mirrors) after installation, thus achieving versatility without the handling difficulties of a pre-assembled large mirror.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional glass mirrors are replaced with acrylic mirrors, then the mirrors can be used for different applications, but they require different installation methods and are difficult to install
Solution Approach 1:
The frame structure is designed as a universal mounting system that can accommodate different mirror materials (glass, acrylic, mylar) and different mirror configurations. The elongated supports with multiple mounting apertures and the cross supports create a flexible framework that adapts to various installation requirements, eliminating the need for material-specific installation procedures.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple mirrors are connected together for large applications, then different application configurations are achieved, but the mirrors become difficult to connect and install
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses modular frame segments with standardized elongated supports and cross supports that can be independently assembled. Each frame module contains mounting apertures positioned at regular intervals, allowing mirrors to be connected in series or parallel configurations through simple fastener insertion, reducing the complexity of connecting multiple mirrors compared to custom-built assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
The frame components (elongated supports, cross supports, mounting apertures) are pre-configured during manufacturing with appropriate aperture positions and support geometries. This preliminary preparation of the frame structure eliminates the need for complex field assembly and connection procedures, allowing users to simply attach mirrors to the pre-configured mounting points.
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AI summary
A modular mirror mounting system is shown and described. The modular mirror mounting system includes a modular mirror frame. The modular mirror frame is comprised of a first cross support secured to a plurality of elongated supports. The plurality of elongated supports extends from a first connected end in the same direction away from the first cross support. A second cross support is secured to a second end of each of the plurality of elongated supports. A plurality of mounting apertures is located through the supports. The modular mirror frame has a mirror secured to the frame, wherein the mirror has a plurality of apertures therethrough. The mirror is secured via mirror fasteners placed through the apertures of the mirror and the frame.