EP3375330B1 - Interactive display case for objects, in particular watches, or jewellery - Google Patents

Description

Field of the invention

The invention relates to an interactive display comprising a plurality of objects to be presented fixed on at least one support, and a compartment arranged to contain this plurality of objects to be presented fixed on at least one support, said compartment constituting a closed enclosure accessible by a single orifice, said display unit comprising control means arranged to control maneuvering means, which comprise transport means arranged to move at least one said support so that a single object is visible at a time through said orifice, and said display comprising control means accessible to a user for the selection of a said object, and interfaced with said piloting means for controlling said maneuvering means to bring said support carrying said selected object into correspondence with said orifice for the visualization of said object by the user.

The invention also relates to a display case comprising at least one such display.

The invention also relates to a watch display structure comprising at least one such display case or at least one such display.

The invention relates to the field of devices for presenting precious objects, in particular for watchmaking and jewelry.

Invention background

The presentation of products to the public often requires proximity because of the small size of the objects, in particular in the case of timepieces or jewelry, which are often objects of great value, and which may require handling precautions.

The presentation in shops or trade shows requires showing the product, which explains why the night showcases are generally stripped of high value objects, difficult to protect if exposed directly. It is therefore difficult to highlight the products during long periods of time.

The document US3729839A in the name of Bourdier describes an installation allowing an observer to see the image of a part of himself combined successively to a series of articles of clothing or accessories, this installation allowing the observer to virtually test these articles and to choose among them without wearing them in reality. The installation includes: a fixed structure carrying a vertical semi-transparent mirror facing the observer, a housing mounted on the fixed structure and opposite the observer relative to the semi-transparent mirror, this housing having an open front wall , a sighting frame mounted sliding on the open front wall of the housing and arranged to be moved in an adjustable manner to a vertical location, this frame comprising a window equipped with a guide mark intended to be placed at the level of the part of the observer, and a mobile support mounted in the housing at the rear of the sighting frame, the mobile support, on which a succession of articles is placed, being actuated by a drive system which makes the articles appear successively, a both behind the viewport window. This invention is applicable for the display of real objects, such as glasses, wigs, and in this case, the installation is arranged in the window of a store.

The document FR1350737A in the name of Ms. Guénard describes a selective security display cabinet for valuables. The element of protection against the risks of burglary, with which it is provided, is unique and is carried by an opening or opening of the cabinet behind which are placed, one by one, at the request of the person concerned but without the latter can access it directly, the various panels carrying the articles to be presented.

The document US2003 / 209955A1 in the name of Canedy describes a window security device comprising a housing, a platform, a lifting mechanism and a closure. The housing includes a lower storage section and an upper display section disposed above the storage section. The storage section has an opaque outer wall and the display section has an outer wall which is at least partially transparent. The platform is arranged inside the housing and includes a generally horizontal part for supporting the articles to be displayed. The platform is selectively movable in the vertical direction between a first position, in which articles supported on the platform are in the display section of the housing, and a second position, in which all articles supported on the platform -form are in the storage section of the case. The lifting mechanism is mounted inside the housing and includes a linear actuator which can be extended from selectively along a linear axis between a retracted position and an extended position. The linear actuator is connected between the housing and the platform and is positioned so that the straight line axis is oriented vertically.

The document US2008 / 174215A1 in the name of Amstutz describes a security display case comprising an enclosure comprising a security part and a display part, a mobile platform from the security part to the display part, a security element which fixes the security part, a gas spring which moves the platform to a display portion, and a stabilizer assembly which stabilizes the movable platform. Optionally, the gas spring is matched with another gas spring so that the lateral forces of the springs are substantially canceled, and the vertical forces are combined to move the platform. The stabilization assembly can be a rack and pinion gear comprising at least two pinions engaged by a common element which synchronizes the rotation of the gears to prevent the bonding of the platform when it is moved. The security element may include doors which fold over the security part and which are engaged at their edges by a common locking element.

The document US9078531B1 in the name of Medawar describes a display case for easily moving objects on a safe. The display case includes a first display part and a second safe part. The front and rear walls of the second secure part have first upper panels which pivot to form the upper wall of the safe. A lifting mechanism is mounted in the second security part to move the articles from the display position to the security position stored inside the second security part. A control system controls the first upper panels and the lifting mechanism.

The document JP2006 18786A on behalf of Kaneko Tomohisa describes an anti-theft method for precious stones, metals, or the like. In order to slow down a suspicious person, by forcing him to devote a time several times longer than that necessary for a flight, to interfere in a building, to collect stones, precious metals or similar, and to run away from there, a control box placed in an exhibition table earlier receives a control signal from a surveillance device or an anti-theft sensor placed in an exhibition showcase by the activation of a surveillance device arranged in the building, and the control box activates a floor opening / closing device to not only keep exposed gemstones, precious metals or the like safe in a storage drawer provided at the bottom of the exposure table in an instant, but also to conceal precious stones and metals from view by shelves which intersect in two upper and lower stages below a floor opening and which are surrounded by shock-absorbing material. The intruder must therefore spend a lot of time finding them and is forced to give up theft.

Summary of the invention

The invention proposes to improve the conditions of observation, for the public, of a precious object of small size, and its conditions of presentation, with interactive content.

To this end, the invention relates to an interactive display unit according to claim 1.

The invention also relates to a display case comprising at least one such display.

The invention also relates to a watch display structure comprising at least one such display case or at least one such display.

Brief description of the drawings

• la figure 1 représente, de façon schématisée et en perspective, un présentoir selon l'invention, avec deux volets coulissants, munis d'écrans vidéo, encadrant un orifice dont sort un support muni d'une montre ;
• la figure 2 représente le même présentoir dans une position de fermeture du volet, la montre étant enfermée dans un compartiment qu'obturent ces volets ;
• la figure 3 illustre la structure de ce présentoir, dans la position de la figure 23 ;
• la figure 4 en montre les volets en position d'ouverture, le support muni d'une montre étant encore au fond de l'orifice de présentation ;
• la figure 5 illustre la position de la figure 1, le support saillant à travers l'orifice ;
• la figure 6 illustre la position de la figure 2 ; la figure 7 illustre sous un autre angle la position de la figure 5 ;
• la figure 8 illustre en perspective, volets ôtés, le mécanisme du même présentoir, avec trois supports munis chacun d'une montre et un moteur pour les manœuvrer en translation, un autre moteur étant affecté à la translation des voltes, et un autre moteur encore étant affecté à l'élévation des supports à travers l'orifice, en position de présentation ;
• les figures 10 à 12 illustrent une séquence de manœuvre des supports : descente du support qui était en position de présentation, translation et amenée d'un autre support face à l'orifice de présentation, et enfin élévation de ce dernier support ;
• la figure 13 illustre un volume de sécurité, par des détecteurs, autour de la montre en position de présentation au-dessus des volets,
• la figure 14 est un schéma illustrant, autour de ce volume de sécurité, un volume de commande dans lequel un utilisateur peut commander des manœuvres du présentoir par des mouvements décelés par d'autres capteurs ;
• la figure 15 représente une montre montée sur son support avec une goupille de sécurité ;
• les figures 16 et 17 illustrent ce support dans une position de verrouillage par l'action d'un crochet sur la goupille, et la figure 18 illustre le déverrouillage sous l'action du moteur d'élévation sur un embiellage, et avec une course de sécurité autorisant la libération du crochet ;
• la figure 19 est un schéma des différents circuits de pilotage et de commande du présentoir ;
• la figure 20 illustre la commande de plusieurs présentoirs mis en réseau ;
• la figure 21 illustre la commande et la mise à jour par élément RFID ;
• la figure 22 illustre un agencement mural de plusieurs présentoirs mis en réseau ;
• la figure 23 illustre un présentoir en console monolithique ;
• la figure 24 illustre une vitrine comportant plusieurs présentoirs mis en réseau, derrière une cloison de séparation avec le public, avec des moyens extérieurs de détection pour détecter les mouvements d'une main d'un utilisateur extérieur ;
• la figure 25 représente schématiquement une structure d'exposition de montres comportant une telle vitrine et un tel présentoir.

Other characteristics and advantages of the invention will appear on reading the detailed description which follows, with reference to the appended drawings, where:

• the figure 1 shows, schematically and in perspective, a display unit according to the invention, with two sliding shutters, provided with video screens, framing an orifice from which comes out a support provided with a watch;
• the figure 2 represents the same display in a closed position of the shutter, the watch being enclosed in a compartment closed by these shutters;
• the figure 3 illustrates the structure of this display, in the position of the figure 23 ;
• the figure 4 shows the flaps in the open position, the support provided with a watch still being at the bottom of the presentation orifice;
• the figure 5 illustrates the position of the figure 1 , the support projecting through the orifice;
• the figure 6 illustrates the position of the figure 2 ; the figure 7 illustrates from another angle the position of the figure 5 ;
• the figure 8 illustrates in perspective, shutters removed, the mechanism of the same display, with three supports each provided with a watch and a motor for operating them in translation, another motor being assigned to the translation of the volts, and yet another engine being assigned to the elevation of the supports through the orifice, in the presentation position;
• the figures 10 to 12 illustrate a sequence of maneuvering of the supports: descent of the support which was in the presentation position, translation and brought from another support opposite the presentation orifice, and finally elevation of the latter support;
• the figure 13 illustrates a security volume, by detectors, around the watch in the presentation position above the flaps,
• the figure 14 is a diagram illustrating, around this safety volume, a control volume in which a user can control maneuvers of the display by movements detected by other sensors;
• the figure 15 shows a watch mounted on its support with a safety pin;
• the Figures 16 and 17 illustrate this support in a locked position by the action of a hook on the pin, and the figure 18 illustrates the unlocking under the action of the lifting motor on a connecting rod assembly, and with a safety stroke authorizing the release of the hook;
• the figure 19 is a diagram of the various piloting and control circuits of the display;
• the figure 20 illustrates the ordering of several networked displays;
• the figure 21 illustrates the ordering and updating by RFID element;
• the figure 22 illustrates a wall arrangement of several networked displays;
• the figure 23 illustrates a display in a monolithic console;
• the figure 24 illustrates a display case comprising several display stands networked, behind a partition separating the public, with external detection means for detecting the movements of a hand of an external user;
• the figure 25 schematically represents a structure for exhibiting watches comprising such a display case and such a display stand.

Detailed description of preferred embodiments

The invention relates to an interactive display unit 1 comprising a compartment 2 arranged to contain a plurality of objects 10 to be presented, fixed on at least one support 3. These objects 10 may, without limitation, be watches, jewelry, or else other precious objects.

The compartment 2 constitutes an enclosure closed in its service position, accessible by a single orifice 4.

The display unit 1 comprises control means 20 which are arranged to control operating means 6, which comprise transport means 63 arranged to move at least one support 3 so that a single object 10 is visible at the same time through the orifice 4. The display 1 can thus be animated in a product presentation cycle.

And this display unit 1 also comprises control means 7 accessible to a user for the selection of an object 10. These control means 7 are interfaced with the control means 20, for controlling the maneuvering means 6 to bring the support 3 carrying the object 10 selected with the orifice 4 for the viewing of this object 10 by the user.

A user can thus request to see a particular object, and his action on the control means makes it possible to interrupt a possible presentation cycle, that is to say for the presentation of an object. The control means 20 are also arranged to allow the safety of an object 10 during presentation, to prevent an attempt to seize this object 10 by a member of the public.

To this end, according to the invention, the single orifice 4 is advantageously closable by at least one flap 5. Such a flap 5 is movable between a closed position in which no object 10 is visible, and a position of opening in which an object 10 is visible. The operating means 6 comprise shutter means 65 arranged to move at least one flap 5, so that a single object 10 at a time is visible through the orifice 4. The control means 7 thus control the operating means 6 for bringing the support 3 carrying the selected object 10 into line with the orifice 4 for the display of the object 10 by the user, when this at least one flap 5 is in the open position .

In a particular embodiment, at least one flap 5 carries control means 7, in particular a touch screen 70 or the like, or is constituted by such control means 7.

In a particular embodiment, at least one flap 5 carries display means 30, in particular a display screen, or is constituted by such display means 30.

In a particular embodiment, at least one flap 5 carries interactive means which comprise both such control means 7, and such display means 30, or this at least one flap is formed by such interactive means.

In a particular embodiment, illustrated by the figures, the display unit 1 comprises an independent support 3 for the reception of each object 10. The fact of having an independent support 3 for each object 10 allows a higher number of degrees of freedom, for example in translation in two perpendicular directions instead of a simple translation, or the like.

In particular, the display unit 1 comprises several components 5 combined to close the orifice 4 together, or conversely to release it entirely and to make it fully visible as well as its content.

More particularly, the display unit 1 comprises sliding shutters 5, in particular two sliding shutters 5, on either side of the orifice 4.

In another variant not illustrated, the display unit 1 comprises pivoting flaps 5, in particular two pivoting flaps 5, on either side of the orifice 4.

In a variant, the maneuvering means 6 comprise transport means 63 arranged to move all the supports 3 synchronously.

In another variant, the operating means 6 comprise transport means 63 arranged to move at least one of the supports 3 independently of the other supports 3.

In yet another variant, the control means 20 control the maneuvering means 6 and the transport means 63 arranged to move, according to the desired cycle, either all of the supports 3 synchronously, or at least one of the supports 3 independently of the others supports 3.

In a particular embodiment, the display unit 1 comprises elevation means 8 for moving a support 3 in translation, through the orifice 4, towards the outside of the compartment 2 in a first movement, and towards the inside. of compartment 2 in a second movement.

More particularly, the maneuvering means 6 comprise shutter means 65 arranged to move all the flaps 5 thus arranged to close the orifice 4 together or to make it fully visible, and the movement of the lifting means 8 is synchronized with that of the flaps 5, by the control means 20.

According to the invention, to ensure the security of the objects presented, the display unit 1 comprises detection means 9 comprising security detection means 91, which are arranged to detect the presence of a hand of a user in a volume of security 11, and which are interfaced with the control means 20, arranged to start a programmed cycle upon the occurrence of a presence detection, or to carry out an operation for enclosing an object 10 in the compartment 2 through orifice 4.

More particularly, these detection means 9 comprise control detection means 92 which are arranged to detect the movements of a hand of a user in a control volume 12 outside the safety volume 11, and are interfaced with the means 7 for the selection of an object 10 or for the launching of a programmed cycle according to the movements carried out. A movement of a user's hand, for example from right to left, or from front to back, or from top to bottom, or vice versa, can thus trigger new visualizations of products or audiovisual or similar presentations.

In a particular variant, at least one flap 5 includes such security detection means 91 and / or such control detection means 92

In an advantageous variant, the display unit 1 comprises visual or audio-visual display means 30 and / or at least one touch screen 70 interfaced with the control means 7 and the control means 20 for launching a programmed cycle .

More particularly, at least one programmed cycle comprises at least one maneuver for presenting an object 10 through the orifice 4.

More particularly, at least one flap 5 carries visual or audio-visual display means 30 and / or at least one touch screen 70.

Preferably, the supports 3 are adapted to the presentation of precious and / or fragile merchandise.

Advantageously, the display unit 1 comprises, for each support 3 that it comprises, locking means 40 for immobilizing an object 10 in the safety position.

In an illustrated variant, the locking means 40 comprise a mechanical unlocking provided by the lifting means 8 on a particular command of the control means 20 and / or by operation of a key selector 50.

The locking means 40 can thus maneuver a hook 32 to immobilize a pin 31 secured to the support 3, or the like; this hook 32 can be controlled by a connecting rod 33 at the output of an engine that includes the lifting means 8, or the like.

Preferably, the lifting means 8 are arranged to move a support 3 entirely inside the compartment 2 in the second movement in less than 200 milliseconds.

The invention also relates to a display case 100 comprising at least one such display unit 1. This display case 100 comprises at least one partition 110 for separation between each display unit 1 and the public, such as glazing, grating, or the like, and comprises, on the side of the partition 110 opposite the displays 1, external detection means 109, which are arranged to detect the movements of a hand of a user, and are interfaced with the control means 7 for the selection of an object 10 or for the launch of a cycle programmed according to the movements carried out. Thus the public has the possibility of viewing products and their presentation, even outside the hours of staff presence, which is advantageous, in particular for storefronts, which can thus have night entertainment for example, with the presentation of products which can be quickly enclosed in compartments 2 secured in the event of a break-in or the like. In a particular variant, the compartment 2 is shielded, as well as the flaps 5 which ensure its closure.

The invention also relates to a watch display structure 10 comprising at least one such display case 100, or at least one such display unit 1, each support 3 of which is designed to carry a watch 10.

The figures illustrate a particular and non-limiting embodiment of the invention, where the display 1 comprises two movable flaps 5, which move apart to present an object 10, in particular but not limited to a watch in the example illustrated, or a jewel, with a security system.

• présenter un objet 10, notamment une montre, sans artifice ;
• sécuriser les objets 10, notamment des montres ;
• pouvoir présenter plusieurs objets 10, par exemple, dans l'exemple illustré trois montres différentes (avec la présentation d'une seule montre, à la fois) ;
• sécuriser la montre qui est posée sur son support, lequel peut comporter classiquement un appui sensiblement annulaire, dit « c-ring » ;
• faire disparaître la montre en resserrant les deux volets.
• offrir un maximum de souplesse d'intégration avec des formes et dispositions très diverses : monolithe, table, tableau mural, ou autre.

This display 1 has the following functions:

• present an object 10, in particular a watch, without artifice;
• securing objects 10, in particular watches;
• be able to present several objects 10, for example, in the example illustrated three different watches (with the presentation of only one watch, at a time);
• secure the watch which is placed on its support, which may conventionally include a substantially annular support, called a "c-ring";
• remove the watch by tightening the two flaps.
• offer maximum flexibility of integration with very diverse shapes and arrangements: monolith, table, wall chart, or other.

The display 1 according to the invention has the advantage of great versatility, which allows it to be integrated into any type of display case.

Numerous product presentation sequences are possible, both with an independent display unit 1 and with a network of several such display units 1.

For example, in terms of interaction, an independent display comprises several screens, for example one screen per flap 5, and presents a film on each screen, this film turning in a loop with a scenography of movements of the flaps, screens and objects 10, in particular watches. If a detection is activated, the watch being presented is recalled inside compartment 2, at the same time as a film is launched. After a few seconds, the normal sequence is restarted.

A visitor can also request a change of watch or video presentation or similar thanks to the movement detector of his hand (notably right to left and left to right).

The networking of several displays synchronized with each other is particularly attractive. In terms of interaction, it is then possible to launch animations where videos and watch presentations are synchronized. The visitor can also interact with the whole thanks to the motion detector.

• ouverture/fermeture des volets (mouvement de translation du volet 5)
• montée/descente de la montre au centre (mouvement à came par exemple)
• changement de montre (mouvement de translation du support 3)

In the illustrated mechanism, the system is defined by three movements, each having its own motor, and controlled independently of each other. The synchronization of the movements is carried out by a control program at the level of the control means 20. These three movements are here:

• opening / closing of the shutters (translational movement of the shutter 5)
• raising / lowering the watch in the center (cam movement for example)
• watch change (translational movement of support 3)

The shutters 5 and / or screens are advantageously covered by a glass comprising opaque and / or smoked films in order to hide the edges of the screens. The shutters and / or screens are selected to minimize the border in the center, when the two shutters are closed. Advantageously, in order to increase reliability and reduce production costs, the movement of the shutters is done over another glass, also provided with an opacifying film, without using a valve which would fill the spaces flush with the shutters. Few components are in motion, and visual uniformity is ensured by the lenses.

The elevation mechanism of a watch here allows it to protrude by about 36 mm, which is sufficient for viewing, and compatible with rapid removal in the event of attempted theft.

The detection means 9 comprise, in order to detect an intrusion into the security volume 11, an arrangement of sensors, in particular infrared, which makes it possible to detect an object about 10 cm around and above the watch. If detected, the system immediately returns the exposed watch and closes the shutters. In the event of a power cut to the system, sufficient energy reserve allows the watch to be returned and the shutters closed.

In all cases, the watch support remains mechanically locked to the assembly. It is therefore not possible to remove the watch from its support without first asking the module to release it (by means of a key switch).

The watch support 3 is secure: each watch is placed on a C-Ring support which is blocked by a latch, and which is unlocked on request thanks to the motor of the lifting means 8 of the watch in the center. The C-Ring support is made up of two parts: a sheathed stud comprising a through pin 31 for locking on the mechanism, and a sheathed foam, available in two sizes to give elasticity to the assembly and s '' adapt to both men's and ladies' watches. The C-Ring allows the installation of a large watch. Once the watch is attached to the C-Ring, the assembly is clipped into the supports provided for this purpose, each mounted on a vertical linear guide. Locking is ensured by two hooks 32, taking each on pin 31 of the C-Ring. It is then no longer possible to remove the watch without actuating the locking hooks.

Unlocking is carried out by means of the motor of the lifting means 8. To unlock the watch, the support still comes out with an additional stroke of 6 mm more, thus displacing the hooks and releasing the watch support. The activation of this mechanism is done via a key selector 50.

In the control volume 12 outside the safety volume 11, the detection means 9 comprise control detection means 92, in particular motion detectors. In order to interact with the system (change of video, watch shown, or other), a network of infrared sensors, in particular online, makes it possible to remotely detect movement, in particular from right to left and movement from left to right. This sensor network is independent of the rest of the mechanism and can therefore easily be offset, as in the application of the display case 100.

The use of a carousel sequencer makes it possible to synchronize several display units 1 according to the invention, for example with RS485 or similar links.

The dynamic range of the system for launching a video from the command is 0.150 s, which is very brief and almost imperceptible to the user.

A variant includes an RFID reader module to unlock and / or update the sequences using RFID cards (badges).

• agencement mural : plusieurs modules sont fixés contre un mur (ou intégrés dans le mur), et peuvent être synchronisé entre eux ;
• monolithe : un module indépendant est intégré à un monolithe de type console ;
• vitrine interactive : les modules sont placés dans une vitrine de boutique avec interaction possible depuis l'extérieur de la boutique, grâce aux capteurs de mouvement infrarouge.

Different configurations of arrangement of the mechanism are possible:

• wall arrangement: several modules are fixed against a wall (or integrated into the wall), and can be synchronized with each other;
• monolith: an independent module is integrated into a console-type monolith;
• interactive showcase: the modules are placed in a shop window with possible interaction from outside the shop, thanks to infrared motion sensors.

The unlocking of watches can be controlled by RFID. By default, the watch is unlocked using the key. It is possible to replace this key system with an RFID card reader (contactless). Unlocking is then done simply by passing a badge close to the window.

In addition to the system for unlocking the watch by RFID, it is also possible to be able to update the sequences by RFID also, by means of the use of appropriate RFID cards. The management of the showcase is done through contactless cards.

Claims (20)

1. Interactive display stand (1) comprising a plurality of objects (10) to be displayed, secured to at least one support (3), and a compartment (2) arranged to contain said plurality of objects (10) to be displayed, secured to at least one support (3), said compartment (2) forming an enclosed housing accessible through a single orifice (4), said display stand (1) comprising drive means (20) arranged to control operating means (6), which comprise transporting means (63) arranged to move at least one said support (3), such that a single object (10) is visible at a time through said orifice (4), and said display stand (1) comprising control means (7) accessible to a user for selection of a said object (10), and interfaced with said drive means (20), to control said operating means (6) in order to align said support (3) bearing said selected object (10) with said orifice (4), to allow the user to view said object, the display stand (1) comprising detection means (9) comprising security detection means (91), arranged to detect the presence of a user's hand within a security space (11), and interfaced with said drive means (20) arranged to start a programmed cycle when said presence is detected, or to effect the locking of a said object (10) within said compartment (2) through said orifice (4), and said single orifice (4) being closable by at least one shutter panel (5) movable between a closure position wherein no said object (10) is visible, and an open position wherein one said object (10) is visible, the operating means (6) including closure means (65) arranged to move at least one said shutter panel (5), such that only one said object (10) is visible at a time through said orifice (4).
2. Display stand (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one said shutter panel (5) carries said control means (7), or is formed by said control means (7).
3. Display stand (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that at least one said shutter panel (5) carries display means (30), or is formed by said display means (30).
4. Display stand (1) according to claims 2 and 3, characterized in that at least one said shutter panel (5) carries interactive means that include both said control means (7) and said display means (30), or said at least one shutter panel (5) is formed by said interactive means.
5. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes one said independent support (3) for reception of each said object (10).
6. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes several said shutter panels (5) combined to close said orifice (4) together or to make said orifice entirely visible.
7. Display stand (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes two said sliding shutter panels (5) on either side of said orifice (4).
8. Display stand (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes two said pivoting shutter panels (5) on either side of said orifice (4).
9. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that said operating means (6) comprise transporting means (63) arranged to move all said supports (3) in a synchronized manner.
10. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that said operating means (6) comprise transporting means (63) arranged to move at least one of said supports (3) independently of the other said supports (3).
11. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes elevation means (8) for moving one said support (3) in translation, through said orifice (4), outwardly of said compartment (2) in a first motion, and inwardly of said compartment (2) in a second motion.
12. Display stand (1) according to claim 11, characterized in that said operating means (6) comprise closure means (65) arranged to move all said shutter panels (5) arranged to close said orifice (4) together, or to make said orifice completely visible, and in that the motion of said elevation means (8) is synchronized with that of said shutter panels (5).
13. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that said detection means (9) include command detection means (92) arranged to detect a user's hand movements within a control space (12) outside said security space (11), and are interfaced with said control means (7) for selection of a said object (10) or for starting a programmed cycle according to the movements made.
14. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes visual or audio-visual display means (30) and/or at least one touch screen (70) interfaced with said control means (7) and said drive means (20) for starting a programmed cycle.
15. Display stand (1) according to claim 14, characterized in that at least one said programmed cycle includes at least one operation for displaying a said object (10) through said orifice (4).
16. Display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that said display stand (1) includes, for each said support (3) comprised therein, locking means (40) for immobilising a said object (10) in a security position.
17. Display stand (1) according to claims 11 and 16, characterized in that said locking means (40) comprise mechanical unlocking performed by said elevation means (8) upon a particular command of said drive means (20) and/or by operation of a key selector (50).
18. Display stand (1) according to claim 11 or 12, and according to one of claims 1 to 17, characterized in that said elevation means (8) are arranged to move a said support (3) completely inside said compartment (2) in said second motion in less than 200 milliseconds.
19. Display case (100) comprising at least one display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 18, characterized in that said display case (100) includes at least one partition (110) separating each said display stand (1) from the public, and includes, on the opposite side of said partition (110) to said display stands (1), external detection means (109) arranged to detect a user's hand movements, and interfaced with said control means (7) for selection of a said object (10) or for starting a programmed cycle according to the movements made.
20. Watch display structure (10) comprising at least one display case (100) according to claim 19 or at least one display stand (1) according to one of claims 1 to 20, wherein each said support (3) is arranged to carry a watch (10).

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