At a glance
| Patent number | CN118286703B (application CN202410589020) |
| Type | China invention patent (发明专利) - protects product shape, structure and method |
| Original title | Game machine base with support folding hiding function (一种具有支撑折叠隐藏功能的游戏机底座) |
| Patent owner | Dongguan Wotong Industrial Co ltd |
| Inventors | Jiang Zhiyun, Tang Zhonghua |
| Filing date | 2024-05-13 |
| Grant date | 2024-10-22 |
| Status (China) | In force in China until at most 2044-05-13 (if annual fees are paid) |
| Patent family | Chinese filings only - no US, European, Japanese, PCT or other filings listed |
| Cited by | 0 later documents |
| Source | Google Patents (search for CN118286703B) |
What the claims cover, in plain language
Claim 1 - a game machine base with a supporting, folding and hiding function, comprising a base plate (1), a first limiting rotating assembly (2), an adjusting back supporting assembly (3), a second limiting rotating assembly (4) and a bottom adjusting supporting assembly (5). The first limiting rotating assembly is at the front end of the base plate and positions, rotates and adjusts the leaning inclination angle of the game machine. The adjusting back supporting assembly is at the upper end of the first limiting rotating assembly and matches the specification of the back of the game machine. The second limiting rotating assembly is at the front end of the first limiting rotating assembly and rotates, folds, stores and hides the part supporting the bottom. The bottom adjusting supporting assembly is on the outer side of the second limiting rotating assembly and supports the bottom according to different lengths and thicknesses of the game machine. The claim further details the internal parts of each assembly, including an arc-shaped fixed stay, fixed side plates, a rotating button, a first rotating rod, a limiting ferrule, positioning clamping grooves and blocks, linkage sleeves, fixed outer sleeves, telescopic inner supporting rods, elastic clamping blocks, stop blocks, bearing supporting plates, mounting side plates, a second rotating rod, a storage outer sleeve and an adjusting inner sleeve rod.
Claim 2 - adds that the inner side end of the fixed side plate is fixedly connected with a limit ferrule, a positioning clamping groove is formed in the limiting ferrule, and the outer side of the first rotating rod is fixedly connected with a positioning clamping block matched with the groove.
This is a simplified reading for orientation only. The legal scope is defined by the exact claim wording in the official Chinese document.
What this means for US production
This patent was filed only in China and is currently in force in China until at most 2044-05-13 (if annual fees are paid). It has no US or other foreign counterpart. However, making or selling this exact design in China needs the owner’s permission while the patent remains in force.
Two points to settle early:
- Other patents may exist. Game console stands and adjustable mounts are a crowded field with many active US and international patents covering tilt mechanisms, telescopic arms and folding brackets. A freedom-to-operate (FTO) review of the rotating knob locking mechanism and the telescopic sleeve design is recommended before tooling for the US market.
- Weight capacity and stability. The patent does not specify load limits for the base plate or the telescopic rods. Tip-over resistance and maximum supported weight must be confirmed on prototypes during the engineering phase.
Customization and manufacturing
What can be customized
| Area | Options |
|---|---|
| Material | Plastics (ABS, PC) or metals (aluminum, steel) depending on target weight class |
| Dimensions | Base plate footprint and telescopic travel range to be confirmed in design |
| Color and finish | Molded-in colors, spray painting, anodizing for metal parts |
| Locking mechanism | Number of positioning clamping grooves on the ferrule to set available angles |
| Surface contact | Buffer pads or compression-resistant strips added to the back and bottom supports |
| Packaging | Folded-flat configuration for reduced box size |
Things to plan for (US market)
- CPSC general consumer product rules - game console accessories sold in the US must not present sharp-edge or pinch-point hazards; mechanical testing is expected.
- California Proposition 65 - plastics, paints and metal finishes must be screened for listed chemicals if sold in California.
- FCC Part 15 - if the stand incorporates any active electronics (such as USB hubs or LED lighting not mentioned in the patent but sometimes requested by buyers), FCC authorization applies.
How a project runs
- Inquiry - target console sizes, preferred materials, quantities and required certifications.
- Design - 3D modeling of the base plate, rotating assemblies, telescopic sleeves and locking blocks based on the patent structure.
- Prototype - 3D-printed or CNC-machined samples to verify the folding action, angle locking and length adjustment.
- Pilot run - small batch using production molds to test assembly tolerances, stability and surface finish.
- Production - injection molding or die casting, secondary finishing, hardware insertion and packing.
Quantities & timeline
The base plate, rotating buttons, ferrules and sleeves require dedicated injection molds or die-casting dies. The telescopic rods and rotating shafts need precise machining to ensure smooth sliding and reliable locking. Stability tests and tip-over evaluations add time before mass production begins. Send us your target console dimensions, material preferences, estimated order quantity and delivery schedule and we will reply with options.
Patent drawings
Drawings reproduced from the public patent document for reference.
