Phonographic record display case apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional phonographic record display cases provide limited visibility and are not easily accessible, often obstructing views of the record's sides and not allowing for easy switching between displaying records and record covers, which can lead to damage during handling or appraisal.
Innovation Solution
A display case apparatus featuring a base member with a circular recess, a reversible cylinder-shaped spindle adaptor, and a transparent tray cover, allowing for unobstructed visibility and easy access to phonographic records or album covers, with the spindle adaptor supporting records vertically and the tray cover providing protection and visibility from multiple angles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If conventional rigid frames with glass covers are used to display phonographic records, then the records are protected from environmental damage, but the visibility of the record's sides and spine is obstructed
Solution Approach 1:
The display case is divided into multiple transparent panels (front, back, left, right, top, bottom) that can be separately positioned to enclose the record. This segmentation allows each panel to be optimally positioned for protection while maintaining unobstructed visibility from all sides through the transparent material.
Solution Approach 2:
The display case transitions from a traditional 2D flat frame to a 3D enclosed structure with panels extending in multiple dimensions. This allows the record to be viewed from all angles (front, back, left, right, top, bottom) while being fully enclosed for protection, adding spatial depth to the display.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If conventional permanently sealed frames are used, then the records are securely protected, but owners cannot easily access them for inspection or switching between records and covers
Solution Approach 1:
The display case panels are designed to be movable rather than fixed, allowing the front panel to be opened and the side panels to be repositioned. This dynamic design enables easy access to the record for inspection or switching between records and covers while maintaining secure protection when closed.
Solution Approach 2:
The display case includes a removable tray that can be easily extracted from the enclosed space. This preliminary design feature allows owners to access the record by simply removing the tray without needing to disassemble the entire case or use tools, facilitating easy inspection and switching.
3Device complexity
If traditional photo frames are used to display records, then the display structure is simple and inexpensive, but only a limited two-dimensional view is provided
Solution Approach 1:
The display case adds three-dimensional viewing capability by incorporating panels on all sides (front, back, left, right, top, bottom) of the record. This allows collectors to view the record's spine, edges, and artwork from any angle, transforming the display from 2D to 3D without significantly increasing structural complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The display case serves multiple functions: it protects the record from environmental damage, provides unobstructed visibility from all sides, enables easy access for inspection, and allows switching between records and covers. This multi-functionality compensates for the increased complexity by delivering comprehensive value.
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AI summary
A display case apparatus for selectively displaying a phonograph record or album cover including a base member having a recess member formed therein, a display panel member detachably coupled within the recess member of the base member, a spindle member detachably coupled to the display panel member, the spindle member having a first side having a protrusion configured to fit within a hole of the phonograph record and a second opposing side having a planar surface configured to receive the album, and a cover member detachably coupled to the base member to protect items disposed on the spindle member.