Removable Shelf Bracket Assembly for Fast, Secure Wall Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional shelf attachment systems are complex to assemble, often result in misalignment and insecurity, lack adaptability, and do not facilitate easy modification or disassembly, particularly when attaching side shelves to barbeques or walls.
Innovation Solution
A shelf attachment assembly featuring a removable shelf with angled hinge and wall members, including apertures and overhangs for secure alignment and attachment, along with modular shelf attachment brackets that allow for adjustable positioning and easy installation, modification, and disassembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If conventional shelf attachment systems are used, then the shelf can be attached to the wall, but the assembly process is complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The shelf attachment system is divided into separate modular components: a shelf attachment bracket that attaches to the wall, and a removable shelf that can be independently handled. This segmentation allows each component to be prepared separately and simplifies the final assembly process by reducing the number of small pieces that must be manipulated simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The shelf attachment bracket is pre-assembled and attached to the wall before the removable shelf is installed. This preliminary action establishes a stable mounting structure in advance, so that when the removable shelf is attached, the alignment and securing operations are simplified because the mounting points are already prepared and positioned correctly.
2Reliability
If conventional shelf attachment systems are used, then the shelf can be attached to the wall, but misalignment and insecure fastening occur
Solution Approach 1:
The removable shelf and shelf attachment bracket are designed with self-aligning features including protrusions that fit into corresponding recesses, and angled hinge members that guide proper positioning. When the components are brought together, these features automatically align the shelf with the bracket, ensuring correct positioning without requiring external alignment tools or complex adjustment procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The shelf attachment system employs asymmetric design elements such as the angled hinge member (at approximately 45 degrees) and the specific configuration of protrusions and recesses that only fit together in the correct orientation. This asymmetry prevents misalignment by ensuring that the components can only be assembled in the proper position, eliminating the possibility of incorrect installation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional shelf attachment systems are used, then the shelf can be attached to the wall, but the system lacks adaptability for different surfaces and uses
Solution Approach 1:
The shelf attachment bracket is designed as a universal mounting component that can be attached to various wall types and surfaces using different fastening methods. The removable shelf design with standardized attachment points allows the same bracket system to support different shelf configurations and sizes. This multi-functionality enables the system to adapt to different surfaces and uses without requiring completely different assembly systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The shelf attachment system incorporates movable and adjustable elements, including the removable shelf that can be detached and reattached, and the angled hinge member that provides flexibility in positioning. This dynamic design allows the system to be reconfigured for different uses and surfaces, maintaining adaptability while keeping the overall system structure relatively simple through standardized components.
4Ease of repair
If conventional shelf attachment systems are used, then the shelf can be attached to the wall, but modification and disassembly are difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The shelf attachment system is segmented into the shelf attachment bracket and the removable shelf as separate, independently replaceable components. This segmentation allows for easy modification and repair: if the shelf needs to be changed or replaced, only the removable shelf portion needs to be detached and swapped, while the permanently mounted bracket remains in place. This reduces modification complexity compared to systems where the entire assembly must be removed and reinstalled.
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AI summary
A shelf attachment assembly for attaching a shelf to a wall includes a removable shelf having a wall member and a hinge member at an angle to the wall member. The wall member includes a first aperture and a second aperture, the second aperture having a wall member portion as well as a hinge member portion. The shelf attachment assembly also includes a shelf attachment bracket which is fastenable to the wall. The shelf attachment bracket includes a first attachment and a second attachment aligned to receive the first aperture and second aperture, respectfully. The removable shelf is attached to the shelf attachment bracket, firstly, by inserting the second attachment through the hinge member portion of the second aperture. The removable shelf is then rotated such that the second attachment passes into the wall member portion of the second aperture and the first attachment is inserted through the first aperture.