Modular TV Console Mount With Reversible Base Plate
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing television mounting systems lack versatility and customization options, requiring multiple kits for different TV types and configurations, leading to customer service burdens for retailers and limited future-proofing for consumers.
Innovation Solution
A modular flat panel television console and support kit that includes a base plate, vertical column, and mounting frame, allowing consumers to assemble and customize the kit into various configurations, including wall mounting, stand usage, and hiding cables for an aesthetically pleasing floating effect, with components that can be easily converted and stored.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single mounting kit is designed to support multiple TV configurations (wall mounting, stand usage, future upgrades), then adaptability and versatility are improved, but device complexity and parts count increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting kit is designed with universal components that can serve multiple functions across different TV configurations. The base plate with vertical column assembly can function as both a wall mounting support and a stand support, while the shelf unit can accommodate various TV sizes and types. This multi-functionality allows a single kit to replace what would traditionally require multiple specialized mounting solutions.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is divided into separable modules including a base plate, vertical column, shelf unit, and mounting bracket. These segmented components can be independently assembled and configured based on the desired TV mounting approach. The segmentation allows for flexible reconfiguration without requiring the entire system to be replaced, and enables selective assembly to reduce parts count for specific use cases.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the kit includes all components for multiple configurations (vertical column, base plate, mounting frame), then adaptability is improved, but storage volume and shipping space increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting kit components are designed to nest within each other when not in use. The mounting frame can be stored within the vertical column, the shelf unit can be collapsed or nested against the base plate, and all components can be organized within a compact carrying case. This nesting approach minimizes storage volume and shipping space while maintaining all necessary components for multiple TV configurations.
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AI summary
A flat panel television console and support kit allows the consumer to employ any of three modes of support, namely stand mount, console mount, and wall mount. The console assembly has upper and lower shelves, and a vertical column is secured to the console at a joint. A base plate can be fastened to the upper shelf of the console so that a flange on the base plate extends upwardly to support a vertical column that supports a TV mounting frame over the console. Alternatively, when the consumer wishes to mount the TV on the wall or on the console, the base plate can be fastened to the upper shelf in an inverted position so that the upper surface of the upper shelf is substantially flat.