Stand system for arranging panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing panel support systems are often expensive, heavy, bulky, and limited in their versatility, making them unsuitable for various types of panels and requiring a more efficient and cost-effective solution for arranging and transporting panels.
Innovation Solution
A stand system comprising L-shaped stands made from lightweight, moldable plastic materials, with a coupling element that allows secure parallel alignment and stacking of stands, enabling the support of panels almost vertically and facilitating easy disassembly and storage, suitable for panels like gypsum board, glass, and plastic sheets.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional panel support systems are used, then panels can be supported stably, but the systems are expensive, heavy, and bulky
Solution Approach 1:
The support system is divided into multiple independent L-shaped stands that can be used separately or combined. Each stand is a simple, lightweight structure that provides support when needed, and can be easily stored when not in use. This segmentation allows the system to be lightweight yet stable when assembled.
Solution Approach 2:
The stands are made from plastic material that provides sufficient strength and stability for supporting panels while being significantly lighter than traditional metal or wooden support systems. The plastic material achieves a balance between weight reduction and structural integrity.
2Strength
If traditional panel support systems are used, then panels can be supported, but the systems are bulky and difficult to store
Solution Approach 1:
The support system consists of discrete L-shaped stands that can be easily stacked or stored in compact arrangements. When not in use, the stands occupy minimal space compared to traditional bulky support systems, yet provide full support capability when assembled.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of using a large, fixed support structure that occupies space even when not in use, the invention uses small, modular stands that can be stored compactly and only occupy full space when actually needed for supporting panels.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional panel support systems are used, then panels can be supported, but the systems are limited in versatility for different panel types
Solution Approach 1:
The L-shaped stands are designed with a universal geometry that can support various types of panels including glass, plastic sheets, and gypsum boards. The simple L-shape provides a flat support surface that adapts to different panel types without requiring specialized components, maintaining low system complexity while achieving high versatility.
4Strength
If stands are coupled together for stable support, then load capacity increases, but assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple L-shaped stands are coupled together through their geometric compatibility to form a stable support structure with increased load capacity. The stands can be arranged in parallel or combined configurations, using simple contact surfaces and edges to create a unified support system without requiring complex fastening mechanisms.
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AI summary
A stand system (1) for arranging a stack of building panels (2), said stand system (1) comprising at least two similar stands (3, 3', ..), each stand (3, 3', ...) having substantially an L-shape with an substantially right enclosed angle, a substantially right outer angle, and comprising: - substantially parallel side planes a width apart; - a sole (5) for placing a stand (3, 3', ...) on a floor and a coupled rear surface (6) which together with said sole (5) defines the outer angle; - a back surface (11) and a coupled support surface (12) together defining the enclosed angle; -said back surface (11) and said support surface (12) for together supporting a said stack of panels (2); - the enclosed angle and the outside angle rotated with respect to one another with the back surface (11) inclined to the rear surface (6) for holding a said stack of panels (2) inclined, said stands (3, 3', ...) produced from plastic and further comprising a honeycomb structure (13) filling said stands (3, 3', ...) and having its cells running between the side planes, said honeycomb structure (13) providing said stands (3, 3', ...) with said width providing said sole (5) with a sole width allowing each stand (3, 3', ...) to stand freely on said sole (5).