Swivelable Joint Coupling Device for Monitor Carrying Arms
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing carrying systems for monitor displays lack flexibility and complexity in design, storage, and functionality, particularly in connecting multiple monitors and accessories efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A coupling device with a swivelable joint and directional connectors allows for flexible connection of accessories to carrying arms and larger holding modules, reducing complexity and enabling adjustable angles, thus facilitating the creation of compact and efficient carrying systems for multiple monitors and accessories.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a full joint with connector is provided for each accessory connection, then the accessory can be adjusted to desired angles, but the device complexity and storage management become more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The joint is divided into two separate components: a first joint member fixed to the coupling module and a second joint member connected to the directional connector. This segmentation allows the adjustability function to be distributed, reducing the complexity of any single component while maintaining the overall adjustment capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling device with the split joint design serves multiple functions: it provides angle adjustment for accessories, enables connection to both single arms and larger holding modules, and facilitates flexible system configuration. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate complex components for each function.
2Ease of operation
If a detachable connector plate is used for monitor displays, then the connector can be quickly removed and reconnected, but the system lacks flexibility for connecting to larger holding modules with multiple accessories
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling device serves as a universal interface that works with both simple single-monitor setups and complex multi-accessory holding modules. The first joint member fixed to the coupling module enables connection to various configurations, while the detachable second joint member maintains quick connection capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling device acts as an intermediary component between the monitor connector and the carrying arm or holding module. It mediates between the simple detachable connector requirement and the complex multi-accessory holding module requirement, enabling both scenarios to work efficiently.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple full joints with connectors are provided for each accessory, then each accessory can be independently adjusted, but the storage management and system complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the joint into two members with different functions, the system reduces the number of complete joint assemblies needed. The first joint member can be shared across multiple connections, while only the second joint member needs to be detachable, simplifying storage and management.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple accessories can share the same first joint member fixed to the coupling module, merging the common adjustment mechanism. This reduces the total number of separate joint assemblies needed, simplifying storage and management while maintaining independent adjustment capability through the second joint members.
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AI summary
The various aspects relate to a coupling device (100) for coupling an accessory to a carrying arm (120), such carrying arm and a holding bar (450) to be provided between the carrying arm and one or more coupling devices. The coupling device comprises a coupling module (120) for coupling the accessory to the coupling device, a first connector (112) for providing a releasable connection to the carrying arm, the carrying arm comprising a second connector (114) arranged to be connected to the first connector and a joint for connecting the first connector to the coupling module. The joint comprises a first joint member (110) connected to the coupling module and a second joint member connected to the first connector, the joint members are connected for providing the joint such that the first joint member and the second joint member are swivelable and the first connector is directed under an angle with respect to the joint axis.