Sign Display Assemblies With Reversible Panel And Clip Attachments
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sign holders do not allow simultaneous display of multiple signs from various positions and angles relative to the goods, limiting consumer information access.
Innovation Solution
The development of sign display devices featuring panel assemblies with reversible attachment to beams and various attachment assemblies, such as clip, C-channel, and extension assemblies, made of flexible, resilient materials, enabling secure and adjustable attachment of signs from multiple angles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If traditional sign holders are used, then the structure is simple, but only a single sign can be displayed at a time
Solution Approach 1:
The sign holder is divided into multiple independent clip assemblies, each capable of holding a separate sign. The panel assembly includes a front panel with multiple clips positioned at different locations and angles, allowing multiple signs to be displayed simultaneously without requiring a completely new holder design for each additional sign.
Solution Approach 2:
The panel assembly is designed to perform multiple functions: it provides attachment to beams via back panels, holds multiple signs simultaneously through various clip assemblies, and accommodates signs at different orientations. This multi-functional design allows a single device to replace multiple traditional single-sign holders.
2Adaptability or versatility
If signs are displayed from multiple positions and angles, then consumer information access is improved, but the attachment mechanism becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The clip assemblies are positioned asymmetrically on the panel, with clips located at the front panel and additional clips or C-channel assemblies at the rear. This asymmetric arrangement allows signs to be displayed at various angles and positions relative to the beam, providing versatile viewing options while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The design adds depth to the traditional flat sign holder by incorporating back panels that extend toward the beam and rear clip assemblies. This three-dimensional arrangement allows signs to be attached at multiple distances from the beam and at various angles, creating a multi-dimensional display capability without significantly increasing complexity.
3Ease of operation
If flexible and resilient materials are used, then ease of attachment is improved, but structural strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes materials with specific elastic properties that allow the clips and panel to flex during attachment and then maintain a stable, strong holding position. The resilient material parameters are selected to provide sufficient flexibility for easy installation while ensuring adequate structural strength to securely hold signs in various positions without deformation or failure.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure and flexible attachment of signs to beams, allowing multiple signs to be displayed from different positions and angles, enhancing consumer information access and visibility in retail environments.
Implementation Method 1
The sign display devices described herein are preferably comprised of a flexible, resilient material to facilitate easily but securely attaching the panel assemblies to beams and attaching signs to the attachment assemblies
Data Source
AI summary
Sign display devices are described herein. The sign display devices comprise panel assemblies for attaching to beams and attachment assemblies for attaching to signs. The panel assemblies include a front panel, two side panels, and, optionally, rear panels. The attachment assemblies include various combinations of clip assemblies, C-channel assemblies, and extension assemblies. The display device can be used to display signs in retail establishments to advertise the goods situated on shelving units.