Supinely reading stand
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing reading stands for supine positions either block or hide the text of a book, causing poor reading experiences due to limited light transmittance and complex page-turning processes.
Innovation Solution
A supinely reading stand with a four-sided frame and tension-resistant thin lines that support the book without obstructing the text, allowing for easy page-turning by adjusting the position of the book to pass through blank spaces between text lines, using materials like guitar strings or fishing lines for support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a glass board is used to support the book, then the book can be supported in a supine position, but the glass board blocks or hides the text due to limited light transmittance and light reflection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the rigid glass board with thin, flexible support wires that can be positioned to minimize text obstruction. These thin films/lines allow light to pass through more effectively while still providing the necessary support for the book in a supine reading position.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts the supporting function from a large, obstructive glass board and concentrates it into thin, minimal intervention wires. This extraction removes the harmful blocking effect while preserving the essential support function.
2Ease of operation
If iron wires are used to support the book, then the book can be supported in a supine position, but the iron wires block part of the text and interfere with sight
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses thin wire structures that are minimally intrusive compared to traditional iron wire supports. These thin films/lines reduce the blocking of text while maintaining structural support capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The support wires are strategically positioned in specific locations where they provide necessary support while minimizing interference with the text. The local placement optimizes the balance between support function and reading clarity.
3Reliability
If the book is supported with traditional structures, then the book can be held in position, but the structure becomes complex and page-turning becomes troublesome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the essential support function from complex traditional structures and implements it with simple, minimal wire elements. This extraction simplifies the overall structure while maintaining positioning stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The support system is divided into discrete, simple wire segments rather than a complex integrated structure. This segmentation allows for easier assembly and simpler overall design while maintaining functional effectiveness.
4Reliability
If the text sides of the book are blocked by supportive parts, then the book can be supported, but page-turning requires removing and replacing the book which is very inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The thin wire support structure allows for easier manipulation and page-turning compared to rigid blocky supports. The minimal presence of thin films enables more natural book handling while maintaining support.
Solution Approach 2:
The support system allows for dynamic manipulation of the book during reading, including easy page-turning. The flexible wire structure adapts to user movements rather than requiring the book to be removed and repositioned.
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 solution provides a clear reading experience with minimal obstruction, is simpler in structure, easier to assemble, and more cost-effective, while allowing for convenient page-turning similar to reading on a desk.
Implementation Method 1
a flexible, bendable and windable thin line that can be tensioned and withstand a certain tension with a small stretch deformation
Data Source
AI summary
A supinely reading stand which barely blocks the text of the book, barely interferes with the sight of the eyes, and is more simply constructed, easy in assembly and lower-cost. The supinely reading stand comprises a book-supporting structure. The book-supporting structure comprises a four-sided frame and at least one tension-resistant thin line distributed in the inner area of the four-sided frame. The four-sided frame includes first opposite sides and second opposite sides. The tension-resistant thin line(s) is/are connected to the first opposite sides of the four-sided frame in tension state.