Spring-Loaded Display Enclosures for Tension-Limited Fit
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing display enclosures are manufactured to fit specific dimensions, leading to increased costs for manufacturers as each enclosure is unique to a particular display, and there is a risk of exceeding tension thresholds when coupling displays with different dimensions, potentially damaging the components.
Innovation Solution
A spring mechanism is integrated into the enclosure to couple displays with varying dimensions, applying a counterforce to prevent tension from exceeding a threshold, allowing the same enclosure to be used for multiple displays without damage or gaps.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If displays with different dimensions are coupled to the same enclosure, then manufacturing costs are reduced, but tension thresholds may be exceeded damaging the components
Solution Approach 1:
The spring mechanism changes the mechanical parameter of tension force by introducing a compliant element that can dynamically adjust the coupling force between display and enclosure, preventing excessive tension while maintaining secure attachment
Solution Approach 2:
The spring mechanism provides beforehand cushioning by pre-positioning a compliant element between the display and enclosure that absorbs and limits tension forces before they can exceed damage thresholds, protecting components from potential harm
2Device complexity
If a single enclosure is used for multiple displays, then device complexity is reduced, but tension control becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The spring mechanism enables self-service by allowing the coupling system to automatically regulate its own tension forces through the inherent elastic properties of the spring, eliminating the need for external tension control mechanisms or manual adjustment
3Reliability
If displays are securely coupled to the enclosure, then connection reliability is improved, but gaps may form when dimensions differ
Solution Approach 1:
The spring mechanism introduces dynamics to the coupling system, allowing it to adapt its stiffness and positioning characteristics based on the specific display dimensions, thereby maintaining secure connection without creating gaps for different display sizes
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
The spring mechanism enables the use of a single enclosure for displays with different dimensions, reducing manufacturing costs and ensuring secure, gap-free connections by managing tension levels within safe limits.
Implementation Method 1
a spring mechanism coupled to the enclosure and the locking mechanism to prevent a tension level between the display and the enclosure from exceeding a tension threshold
Data Source
AI summary
In some examples, a device can include a display coupled to a locking mechanism, wherein the locking mechanism applies a first force in a first direction, an enclosure coupled to the display with the locking mechanism, and a spring mechanism coupled to the enclosure and the locking mechanism to prevent a tension level between the display and the enclosure from exceeding a tension threshold, wherein the spring mechanism applies a second force in a second direction.