Lifting device

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional mounting mechanisms for large-size displays do not allow for easy height adjustment, requiring users to dismantle and reassemble the system, which is inconvenient and costly due to the need for electric power and increased configuration and construction costs.

Innovation Solution

A lifting device comprising a stationary member, a lifting member, and multiple springs that allow manual adjustment of the display's height, with elastic forces holding the display in place after manual force is removed, enabling effortless height adjustment without the need for electric power.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If an electric lifting motor and control circuit are integrated into the stand for effortless height adjustment, then the display can be adjusted easily without dismantling, but the device requires electric power, occupies additional configuration space, and increases manufacture and construction costs

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveheight adjustment convenienceVSAvoidconfiguration space and power requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts the lifting function from the stand and implements it through a separate lifting device comprising a lifting member, stationary member, and spring mechanism. This separation eliminates the need for electric motors and control circuits in the stand, reducing configuration space and power requirements while maintaining effortless height adjustment capability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The spring mechanism in the lifting device provides automatic counterbalancing force to offset the weight of the display, enabling the system to serve itself without external power. The spring's elastic force naturally compensates for gravitational force, allowing easy height adjustment without motors or electrical systems

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

2Stability of the object's composition

If the display is fixed to a wall or stand through mounting mechanisms, then the display is securely mounted, but the height cannot be adjusted after fixation and reassembly is required for height changes

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting stabilityVSAvoidheight adjustment flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent transforms the static mounting system into a dynamic one by introducing a lifting member that can slide vertically along the stationary member. This allows the display height to be adjusted continuously after wall mounting, combining mounting stability with height adjustment flexibility through the movable lifting mechanism

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting system is segmented into distinct components: a stationary member fixed to the wall, a movable lifting member, and a display mounting structure. This segmentation allows the display to remain securely mounted while enabling independent height adjustment through the lifting member's vertical movement

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Area of moving object

If the display weight is more than tens of kilograms, then the display provides large screen area, but manual handling becomes inconvenient and requires assistance

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedisplay screen areaVSAvoidmanual handling convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of moving objectVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the counterweight principle by using a spring mechanism that generates upward elastic force to counterbalance the downward gravitational force on the heavy display. This counterbalancing effect reduces the effort needed for manual handling, allowing users to easily adjust the position of large, heavy displays without requiring multiple people or mechanical assistance

Inventive Principle:
Principle #8Anti-weight (Counterweight)

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

Enables quick and effortless height adjustment of large-size displays, reducing installation complexity and costs by using manual force and elastic forces to maintain the display's position, while preventing unexpected falls.

Implementation Method 1

the first springs are stretched by the lifting member and exert a first elastic force on the lifting member, wherein the first elastic force is approximate to the weight of the lifting member and the weight of the display

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElastic force: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentEP4354007A1Lifting device
Publication Date: 2024.04.17 NEATFRAME LTD
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AI summary

A lifting device (100) of a display, is provided. The lifting device (100) includes a stationary member (110), a lifting member (120), and an elastic module (140). The stationary member (110) is suitable for being fixed to a vertical plane. The lifting member (120) is slidably connected to the stationary member (110). The lifting member (120) is suitable for being fixed to a back portion of the display. The lifting member (120) is suitable for sliding relative to the stationary member (110) between a first position and a second position lower than the first position. The elastic module (140) is coupled between the stationary member (110) and the lifting member (120). The elastic module (140) is suitable for exerting a pulling force (F1) opposite to a gravity direction (GD) on the lifting member (120).