Television Wall Mount Linkage Assembly for Adjustable Viewing Height
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Solution Overview
Problem
Tilting wall mounts and full motion wall mounts often result in televisions being installed at heights that are not conducive to comfortable viewing, especially when placed above fireplaces, as they are typically higher than a sitting viewer's eye level, limiting the viewing experience.
Innovation Solution
A wall mount system featuring a linkage assembly with a low-profile stowed configuration that allows for manual or automatic adjustment of a television's position, including tilting and swiveling, to bring the screen closer to the viewer's eye level, utilizing a four-bar linkage mechanism and counterbalance system for controlled movement and locking mechanisms for desired orientations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If a tilting wall mount or full motion wall mount is installed above a fireplace, then the television can be mounted at a high location to keep it out of the way, but the television becomes much higher than a sitting viewer's eyes, resulting in uncomfortable viewing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a motorized lifting mechanism that enables the television to dynamically change its mounting height between a high stowed position (above the fireplace) and a low viewing position (at eye level). This dynamic adjustment resolves the contradiction by allowing the TV to occupy different vertical positions based on operational needs, combining the benefits of both high mounting and comfortable viewing heights
Solution Approach 2:
The linkage assembly is designed with a low-profile stowed configuration where the mechanical components nest closely together when the television is in the high mounting position. This nesting principle allows the mechanism to maintain a compact form factor at high elevation while still providing the capability to extend to lower viewing positions, effectively resolving the space vs. functionality contradiction
2Length of stationary object
If a tilting wall mount or full motion wall mount is installed above a fireplace, then the television can be mounted at a high location, but the mounted television is often much higher than a sitting viewer's eyes and, thus, may not provide comfortable viewing
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from a static high mounting position to a dynamic system that can adapt between multiple heights. The motorized actuator enables the television to move vertically between the high stowed position and low viewing position, providing adaptability to different viewing scenarios while maintaining the aesthetic benefit of high mounting when not in use
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system serves multiple functions: it provides both a high aesthetic mounting position above the fireplace and a low comfortable viewing position. The linkage assembly with its low-profile stowed configuration enables the same mechanism to achieve both high mounting and comfortable viewing, making the system universally applicable to different viewing needs
3Volume of moving object
If a linkage assembly with low-profile stowed configuration is used to position the television at high locations, then the television can be held close to the support structure, but the mechanism complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The linkage assembly employs an asymmetric four-bar linkage design where the links are arranged to provide a low-profile stowed configuration. The asymmetric arrangement of the links and pivots enables the mechanism to achieve compact nesting when retracted while providing sufficient travel range for both high and low positioning, effectively managing the complexity through optimized geometric design
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables comfortable viewing by allowing the television to be positioned closer to the viewer's eye level, maintaining a perpendicular screen orientation regardless of height, and providing adjustable tilt and swivel capabilities to accommodate different viewing positions without compromising aesthetics or stability.
Implementation Method 1
A biasing mechanism can facilitate movement of the object and, in some embodiments, can be in the form of a counterbalance mechanism
Data Source
AI summary
A mounting system capable of mounting objects to support structures. The mounting system includes a wall mount including a display bracket configured to hold the object, a fixed support bracket coupleable to a vertical support structure, and a linkage assembly. The linkage assembly has a low-profile stowed configuration in which the object is held in a raised position close to the support structure. The linkage assembly moves to another configuration to move the object. The object can be held in a lowered position. A biasing mechanism can facilitate convenient movement of the object.