Sliding Groove Support Structure for Multi-Angle Display Positioning

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current support devices lack variety and adaptability, limiting their ability to adjust the angle and position of host systems and display devices effectively.

Innovation Solution

A support device with a connection groove and carrier assembly that includes a first connector, allowing for sliding adjustment in multiple directions to change the angle between the host system and/or display device and the support structure.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a traditional fixed support structure is used, then the structure is simple and stable, but the adaptability and adjustability are poor

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveadaptabilityVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The support structure transitions from a fixed static design to a dynamic adjustable system. The first connector can slide along the arc-shaped groove to change the angle between the carrier assembly and support structure, enabling dynamic adaptation to different display angles and positions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The support device is divided into distinct functional modules: support structure, carrier assembly, and connector components. This segmentation allows independent adjustment of each module, improving adaptability while maintaining overall structural simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Ease of operation

If the support device has limited adjustment options, then the device complexity is low, but the usability and flexibility are poor

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveusabilityVSAvoidadjustment mechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The arc-shaped groove provides curved guidance for the first connector, enabling smooth angular adjustments. This curved path simplifies the adjustment mechanism compared to complex mechanical linkages while achieving multiple display angles and orientations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #14Spheroidality (Curvature)

Solution Approach 2:

The support device can support both host systems and display devices, and can adjust to multiple angles and positions. This multi-functionality is achieved through the universal connector design that works with different device types while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS12535177B2Support device and electronic apparatus
Publication Date: 2026.01.27 LENOVO (BEIJING) LTD
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AI summary

A support device includes a support structure and a carrier assembly. The support structure includes a connection groove. The carrier assembly is configured to support a host system and/or a display device and includes a first connector. At least a part of the first connector is located in the connection groove and sliding in the connection groove. An angle between the host system and/or the display device and the support structure is adjusted in a first direction and/or a second direction by sliding the first connector in the connection groove.