Movable Puzzle Platform With Rotating Access and Piece Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing puzzles require a large playing surface, making it difficult for players to reach all pieces, especially in high-piece count puzzles, and there is a risk of losing pieces during assembly.
Innovation Solution
A movable puzzle platform with a rotating assembly and storage drawers that allows the puzzle board to be moved and rotated easily, while keeping unfinished pieces organized.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the puzzle piece count is increased to provide higher challenge, then the difficulty and engagement are improved, but the finished size becomes too large for the player to reach all pieces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the puzzle board rotatable on its support surface. The rotating assembly allows the board to change orientation dynamically, enabling players to access pieces on all sides without needing to physically move around the table. This dynamic capability resolves the contradiction by maintaining large puzzle piece counts while keeping the board within arm's reach through rotational movement.
2Quantity of substance
If the puzzle board size is increased to accommodate more pieces, then the puzzle capacity is improved, but the player cannot reach all sides of the board
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating assembly enables the puzzle board to dynamically change orientation, allowing players to rotate the board to bring any side within reaching distance. This dynamic rotation capability allows large numbers of pieces to be accommodated while maintaining ease of operation, as players can access all pieces without needing to stretch or move around the table.
Solution Approach 2:
The puzzle board serves multiple functions: it provides a playing surface for assembling pieces, acts as a storage container for unfinished pieces through its hollow body with storage cavity, and functions as a rotatable platform for accessibility. This multi-functionality allows the board to accommodate large piece counts while maintaining player accessibility through its versatile design.
3Quantity of substance
If the playing surface is made larger to fit more pieces, then the puzzle scale is improved, but pieces may be lost during assembly
Solution Approach 1:
The puzzle board integrates multiple functions including the playing surface, storage cavity for unfinished pieces, and restricting walls for piece retention. The hollow body with storage cavity allows players to keep track of all pieces throughout assembly, while the restricting walls prevent pieces from falling off the board. This multi-functional design ensures both large piece capacity and reliable piece retention.
Solution Approach 2:
The puzzle board features a nested structure with a hollow body containing a storage cavity within the board itself. This nesting allows the storage compartment to be integrated within the board structure, providing piece retention capability without increasing the overall footprint or compromising the playing surface area.
4Ease of operation
If the puzzle board is made larger to reduce piece density, then the assembly comfort is improved, but the assembly time increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable puzzle board allows players to dynamically adjust the board orientation to maintain comfortable playing positions throughout assembly. By rotating the board, players can keep the working area within easy reach, reducing the need to stretch or move around, thereby maintaining assembly comfort while completing large puzzles more efficiently and reducing overall completion time.
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AI summary
A board assembly includes: a puzzle board including a puzzle plate and a fixing portion extending from the puzzle plate; a supplement arrangement including a supporting portion having a first main supporting wall attached on the bottom surface of the puzzle board; and a restricting wall having a first extending wall upwardly extending from the fixing portion and stacked on the fixing portion. The first extending wall and the fixing portion are successively stacked on the first main supporting wall. The supporting portion further includes a second main supporting wall attached on the bottom surface of the puzzle board and disposed apart from the first main supporting wall, the restricting wall further includes a second extending wall extended from the fixing portion and disposed apart from the first extending wall, the second extending wall and the fixing portion are successively stacked on the second main supporting wall.