Media system stand
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing stands do not effectively support multiple displays, particularly in outdoor environments, where flexible and adjustable positioning is required for optimal viewing.
Innovation Solution
A media system stand comprising a frame, base, and panel brackets that allows for perpendicular positioning on a horizontal surface, with pivotally coupled side and center brackets to accommodate displays of varying sizes and orientations, enabling flexible and secure mounting of up to three displays.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing stands are used to support multiple displays, then basic support function is provided, but flexible and adjustable positioning for optimal viewing is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The stand incorporates pivotally coupled side brackets and center brackets that enable dynamic adjustment of display positions and viewing angles. The brackets can rotate and pivot to accommodate different orientations and optimal viewing configurations, transforming a static support structure into a dynamic, adaptable system.
Solution Approach 2:
The stand is divided into separate functional components including side brackets, center brackets, and a support bar, each capable of independent adjustment. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for specific adjustment functions while working together to provide comprehensive positioning flexibility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed structure is used to support displays, then structural stability is provided, but compatibility with various display configurations is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The side brackets and center brackets are designed as multi-functional components that can accommodate multiple display configurations, orientations, and sizes. The universal bracket design allows the same structure to support various display arrangements (e.g., side-by-side, stacked, angled) without requiring different components.
Solution Approach 2:
The pivotally coupled brackets provide dynamic adjustment capabilities that enable the stand to adapt to different display configurations. The ability to rotate and pivot allows the structure to accommodate various orientations while maintaining stability, resolving the conflict between adaptability and complexity.
3Reliability
If outdoor use is required, then exposure to environmental elements occurs, but stable and adjustable support becomes more difficult to achieve
Solution Approach 1:
The dynamically adjustable brackets allow the stand to adapt to outdoor environmental conditions by enabling positioning adjustments that compensate for wind, temperature changes, and other external factors, maintaining stability while exposed to the elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The use of pivot points and rotational joints in the bracket system provides smooth, continuous adjustment ranges that allow for fine-tuning of display positions in response to outdoor environmental variations, enhancing reliability in outdoor settings.
Data Source
AI summary
A media system stand for supporting up to three displays includes a frame, a base, and a plurality of panel brackets. The base is coupled to a bottom of the frame and is configured to position on a substantially horizontal surface so that the frame is substantially perpendicular to the substantially horizontal surface. The panel brackets are coupled to the frame and each panel bracket is configured to couple to a respective display so that the respective display is coupled to the frame. The panel brackets are configured to position the displays for viewing.