Multi-Display Mounting Rail for Front-Side Alignment and Replacement

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display installation systems require significant rear space for installation, making it difficult to set up multi-display devices in public places or facilities with limited space, as operators need to access the rear space for installation and maintenance.

Innovation Solution

A display installation apparatus that includes a guide rail system allowing for adjustable positioning and one-touch attachment/detachment of displays in the X, Y, and Z axes, enabling easy adjustment and replacement of displays without needing extensive rear space, using a combination of position setting parts and a fastening mechanism with magnetic and elastic components.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If display modules are arranged in a tile form to create a multi-display device, then the display can effectively provide image information to many people in public places, but a large rear space is needed for installation and maintenance work

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemulti-display capabilityVSAvoidrear space requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent inverts the traditional installation approach by enabling front-side access for installation and maintenance operations. The display module is designed with a front-opening structure where the cover can be opened from the front to access internal components, eliminating the need for rear space access while maintaining multi-display functionality

Inventive Principle:
Principle #13The other way round (Inversion)

2Ease of manufacture

If traditional installation methods are used requiring rear space access, then installation and maintenance can be performed, but the installation process is time-consuming and requires extensive workspace

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation capabilityVSAvoidinstallation time
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements preliminary action by pre-configuring the display module with a front-opening cover structure and pre-arranged internal components. This allows installation personnel to access and assemble components directly from the front side before final assembly, significantly reducing installation time and eliminating the need for rear space access during the installation process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The display module is segmented into separable components including the cover, display panel, and internal components that can be independently accessed and assembled. The cover can be opened from the front to access internal components, allowing step-by-step assembly and maintenance operations without requiring complete disassembly or rear space access

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Facilitates efficient and space-saving installation and maintenance of multi-display systems by allowing adjustments and replacements within the front space, improving operational convenience and speed while minimizing gaps between displays for enhanced display quality.

Implementation Method 1

generates elastic force when pressurized in the inserting direction

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElastic force: Elasticity

Implementation Method 2

fixes the metal plate by the magnetic force when the metal plate is inserted therein

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic force: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS11259425B2Display installation apparatus and multi-display having the same
Publication Date: 2022.02.22 LG DISPLAY CO LTD
  • US11259425B2 patent drawing
  • US11259425B2 patent drawing
  • US11259425B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A display installation apparatus and a multi-display including the same are discussed. The display installation apparatus can include a first position setting part inserted into a guide rail to be slidably moved in a first direction, and selectively fixed in a first position in the first direction; a second position setting part positioned at the first position setting part to be slidably moved in a second direction, and selectively fixed in a second position in the second direction; a third position setting part positioned at the second position setting part to be moved in a third direction, and selectively fixed in a third position in the third direction; and a fastening part provided in a display and detachably attached to the third position setting part to install the display into the display installation apparatus.