Movable Backstage Rack with Rotating Element

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing backstage installation systems in photographic studios are limited in diversity and require significant time for replacement, especially when dealing with heavy backdrops, due to their design which restricts the installation of various backdrop types and sizes.

Innovation Solution

A system with a vertical rack supporting a movable structure that includes a rotating element, allowing for easy transition between folded and unfolded positions and adjustable angles to form functional and decorative zones, enabling quick changes and diverse backdrop options.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If backstage is mounted permanently on the wall, then stability is improved, but diversity of backstages deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovestabilityVSAvoiddiversity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system divides the backstage support into separate modular components: vertical racks that remain fixed on the wall, and interchangeable backstage panels that can be easily swapped. This segmentation allows the support structure to remain stable while the backstage content achieves diversity through modular replacement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The vertical racks are designed as universal support structures that can accommodate multiple types of backstages through standardized mounting interfaces. This multi-functionality enables a single rack system to support diverse backstage configurations without requiring permanent installations for each type.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If collapsible system is used for backstage installation, then diversity is improved, but installation time deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovediversityVSAvoidinstallation time
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

Backstage panels are pre-assembled with mounting fixtures and connection mechanisms before being brought to the installation location. This preliminary preparation allows for rapid attachment to the vertical racks without requiring time-consuming on-site assembly or construction work.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system employs dynamic, movable backstage panels that can be quickly attached and detached from the vertical racks. Unlike static permanent installations, these panels are designed for frequent movement and reconfiguration, enabling rapid changes while maintaining structural integrity during use.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Device complexity

If traditional installation system is used, then simplicity is improved, but ability to support heavy backstages deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovesimplicityVSAvoidsupport capacity
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The support system transitions from a single-plane mounting approach to a three-dimensional rack structure with vertical support elements and multi-point attachment mechanisms. This dimensional enhancement allows the system to distribute the weight of heavy backstages across multiple contact points and structural elements while maintaining a relatively simple overall design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Solution Approach 2:

Mounting fixtures and connection hardware serve as intermediary elements between the vertical racks and the backstage panels. These intermediaries transfer and distribute the mechanical loads from heavy backstages to the rack structure, enabling support for substantial weights without requiring the racks themselves to be overly complex or bulky.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS10268106B2System installation of backstage
Publication Date: 2019.04.23 ZEAL & PHOTO LTD
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AI summary

The system of backstage installation contains at least one vertical rack, which supports a tool that forms the backstage. System that forms the backstage, includes at least one movable structure for the installation of backstage connected with stationary vertical rack with the help of at least one rotating element. Movable structure is made with the possibility of rotation in the horizontal plane to transfer from the folded position into unfolded and to be rotated to the specified angle for formation of functional decorated zone. The system contains the backstage facility to form the front decorative backstage surface construction for the installation of the backstage.