Tilt Head Friction Adjustment for High-Load Display Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Standard display support systems are inadequate for larger displays, as they lack the necessary retention force to maintain desired positions, often requiring static mounts that limit flexibility and positioning.
Innovation Solution
A support system featuring a moveable arm structure with a tilt mechanism, including a diamond-shaped tilt ring and adjustment mechanism, which provides adjustable frictional engagement to securely hold displays of varying sizes, allowing for tilt and rotation adjustments without compromising stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Force
If a standard display head is used for larger displays, then the display can be supported, but the retention force is insufficient to maintain desired positions
Solution Approach 1:
The frictional engagement between the tilt ring and ring housing is made adjustable, allowing the retention force parameters to be changed based on display weight. This enables the same mechanism to reliably hold both lighter and larger displays at desired positions by increasing friction when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static friction connection to a dynamic adjustable one. The tilt ring can be moved relative to the ring housing to modify engagement levels, allowing the retention force to adapt to different display weights and maintain position stability reliably.
2Reliability
If larger displays are supported by static mounts, then position stability is improved, but flexibility and positioning capability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The support system incorporates dynamic adjustability through the tilt mechanism. Users can freely adjust the display to various tilt angles and positions, then the adjustable friction connection maintains the position stably. This combines the flexibility of moveable supports with the stability of static mounts.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable friction connection allows the system to self-regulate and maintain display positions without requiring additional adjustment mechanisms. Once positioned, the friction engagement between tilt ring and ring housing automatically holds the display at the desired angle.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the tilt ring is moveably connected to provide adjustment, then positioning flexibility is improved, but retention force for large displays is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The key innovation is making the frictional engagement parameter adjustable. By moving the tilt ring relative to the ring housing, users can increase the frictional engagement to provide sufficient retention force for large displays while maintaining the ability to adjust positions freely when needed.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively supports larger displays by providing sufficient retention force and flexibility, enabling users to adjust display positions without additional adjustments to the tilt head, ensuring stability and ease of use.
Implementation Method 1
The tilt ring has a diamond-shaped configuration that forms a frictional engagement with the ring housing
Data Source
AI summary
A support system for a display device includes a first arm configured to extend from a support surface. A second arm is rotatably connected to the first arm. The second arm has a range of movement relative to the first arm. A ring housing is rotatably connected to the second arm. A tilt ring is moveably connected to the ring housing and configured to connect to a display. An adjustment mechanism is configured to move the tilt ring relative to the ring housing to modify the frictional engagement of the tilt ring and the ring housing.