Storage box system

Abstract

A system includes a box and a removable partition. The box has a floor. A first wall extends vertically upward from the floor. A top edge of a second wall extends away from the first wall. An interior sloped surface of the second wall extends upward at an obtuse angle from the floor. A pair of side walls are positioned parallel to each other and connect the first wall to the second wall. The system also includes a first removable partition positioned between the pair of side walls or between the first wall and the second wall.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to containers, and more particularly to a storage box system. Background Technology

[0002] Storage systems typically consist of various containers. Depending on the application requirements, container combinations may include individual components such as drawers and shelves. Generally, the design of an overall container application must ensure that the individual containers can work together within a defined space. Because it is in the pre-design stage, the use of space is often static.

[0003] For example, drawers are typically rectangular boxes. In kitchens, drawers are often used to store tableware. Generally, a drawer is a single, open compartment. Sometimes, plastic tray organizers are available as stand-alone inserts; these organizers have different sized compartments designed to hold specific types of tableware (such as knife slots, fork slots, spoon slots, etc.). These organizers are usually purchased separately from the drawers, as the drawers are prefabricated as part of the cabinet and designed to be sold with the cabinet. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In one disclosed embodiment, a system is provided. The system includes a housing and a removable partition. The housing has a base plate. A first wall extends vertically upward from the base plate. The top edge of a second wall extends away from the first wall. An inner inclined surface of the second wall extends upward from the base plate at an obtuse angle. A pair of sidewalls are placed parallel to each other and connect the first wall and the second wall. The first removable partition is located between the pair of sidewalls, or between the first wall and the second wall.

[0005] In another embodiment, a system is disclosed. The system includes a housing and a removable partition. The housing has a base plate. A first wall extends vertically upward from the base plate. The top edge of a second wall extends away from the first wall. An inner inclined surface of the second wall extends upward from the base plate at an obtuse angle. A pair of sidewalls are placed parallel to each other and connect the first wall and the second wall. A first slot is provided on the first wall. A second slot is provided on the second wall. The end of the removable partition is inserted into the first slot and the second slot, and the removable partition extends axially between the first wall and the second wall.

[0006] In another embodiment, a system is disclosed. The system includes a housing and removable compartment modules detachably inserted into the housing. The housing includes a base plate. A first wall extends vertically upward from the base plate. The top edge of a second wall extends away from the first wall. An internal inclined surface of the second wall extends upward from the base plate at an obtuse angle. A pair of sidewalls are placed parallel to each other, connecting the first wall and the second wall. The removable compartment module includes a module base plate. A first module wall extends vertically upward from the module base plate. The top edge of the second module wall extends away from the first module wall. An internal inclined surface of the second module wall extends upward from the module base plate at an obtuse angle. A pair of module sidewalls are placed parallel to each other, connecting the first module wall and the second module wall.

[0007] It should be understood that those skilled in the art will be able to understand other configuration schemes of this technology through the following detailed description, in which various configuration schemes of this technology are shown and described by way of example. It should be noted that this technology can adopt other different configuration schemes, and some details may be modified in other aspects, all of which do not depart from the scope covered by this technology. Therefore, the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments should be regarded as illustrative content, not restrictive content. Attached Figure Description

[0008] Figure 1 This is a top perspective view of a storage box or organizer according to an embodiment.

[0009] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The front view of the storage box or organizer shown.

[0010] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The left view of the storage box or organizer shown.

[0011] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A top view of the storage box or organizer shown.

[0012] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A rotated top view of the storage box or organizer shown (with a partition inserted).

[0013] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A rotating top-down perspective view of the storage box or organizer shown (with two additional dividers inserted).

[0014] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 The partition shown is a separate side view.

[0015] Figure 8 yes Figure 5 The diagram shows a separate front view of the partition.

[0016] Figure 9 This is a top perspective view of a storage box or organizer according to another embodiment.

[0017] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A top-view perspective view of the storage box or organizer shown (with a partition inserted).

[0018] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 The partition shown is a separate side view.

[0019] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 The rotating top view of the storage box or organizer shown (with removable compartment modules inserted on both sides of the partition).

[0020] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 The storage box or organizer shown is a top perspective view (one of the removable compartment modules has been removed from the view).

[0021] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 A separate top perspective view of the detachable compartment module shown.

[0022] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 A separate side view of the removable compartment module shown.

[0023] Figure 16 yes Figure 14 The bottom view of the detachable compartment module shown.

[0024] Figure 17 yes Figure 14 The image shows a separate top perspective view of the removable compartment module (one slat is fully inserted, while the other slat is partially inserted). Detailed Implementation

[0025] The specific embodiments described below are intended to illustrate various configurations of the present technology and do not represent the only possible configurations for implementing the present technology. The accompanying drawings are included herein and form part of the specific embodiments. The specific embodiments contain detailed information intended to provide a comprehensive understanding of the present technology. However, those skilled in the art will understand that the present technology can be implemented without including these detailed information. For ease of understanding, identical or similar components are labeled with the same element numbers.

[0026] In summary, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a storage box system or organizer with enhanced item storage capacity is disclosed. In one example application, the storage box system or organizer of this disclosure can be used in various scenarios where end users need to organize their items.

[0027] refer to Figures 1 to 8 A storage box system 100 (sometimes commonly referred to as "system 100") is shown according to an embodiment. System 100 includes a frame 101 and removable partitions 150, 160 (e.g., Figures 5 to 8 As shown in the diagram, the partition is used to provide adjustable compartmentalized space within the frame 101. The frame 101 can typically be a hollow container or box. For example, in one embodiment, the frame 101 includes a first front or outer wall 110 and an opposing second rear wall or rear section wall 120. The first front or outer wall 110 may be angled such that its internal inclined surface 112 extends upward and outward from the base plate 105 at an obtuse angle θ (e.g., between 120° and 150°). See also Figure 3 ).

[0028] As a supplementary reference, the top edge 111 of the first front wall or outer wall 110 is further away from the second rear wall or rear portion wall 120 than the bottom edge 135 of the first front wall or outer wall 110. The second rear wall or rear portion wall 120 may extend vertically upward from the base plate 105 or protrude upward and has an outward-facing surface 125. The first front wall or outer wall 110 and the second rear wall or rear portion wall 120 are connected at both ends by side walls 115. From the top of the outward-facing surface 125 to the top edge 111 of the first front wall or outer wall 110, the top edge 108 of the side wall 115 may be generally planar. As understood, the area formed by the slope of the inclined surface 112 provides additional space for storing items. For example, items that are longer than the rectangular outline of the base plate 105 can find additional space (capacity) at the top of the inclined surface 112. For example, in a kitchen environment, spoons, large knives, oddly shaped utensils, etc., can utilize the additional space on the inclined area of ​​the inner inclined surface 112. Users can also discover this advantage: the first front wall or outer wall 110 can be positioned outward inside the cabinet, so that the first front wall or outer wall 110 can extend forward to increase the storage box capacity.

[0029] Some embodiments of the storage box or organizer 100 may include slots 130 and / or 140 (such as...). Figure 1 and 4(As shown in Figure 6). Slot 130 can be positioned at any location along the length of sidewall 115. In the example shown, slot 130 is offset along sidewall 115 toward inner wall 120. Partition 150 can be inserted into slot 130, thereby defining two distinct compartment regions before and after partition 150. Although one set of such slots 130 is shown, it should be understood that multiple sets of slots may exist to define lateral (width-wise) compartments between sidewalls 115 of frame 101. In some embodiments, partition 150 may include one or more slots 155 that may be axially aligned with one or more of slots 140. Slot 140 may be positioned on inner inclined surface 112. Slot 140 may have the same slope as inner inclined surface 112.

[0030] like Figure 7 As shown, the partition 160 may include a top edge 164 that is longer than the bottom edge 166. The length difference between the top edge 164 and the bottom edge 166 defines a chamfered edge 162 of the partition 160, which may have the same angle θ or slope as the corresponding slot 140 and the inner inclined surface 11. The partition 160 may include a side edge 168 that is perpendicular to the top edge 164 and the bottom edge 166.

[0031] In use, one end (side edge 168) of the partition 160 can be inserted into the slot 155 on the partition 150. As shown in the figure, the angle between the side edge 168 and the bottom edge 166 matches the angle between the inner wall 120 and the base plate 105. The other end (beveled edge 162) of the partition 160 can be inserted into the slot 140. See Figure 6 The angle of the beveled edge 162 corresponds to the angle of the slot 140 on the inner inclined surface 112. When positioned in the corresponding slots 140, 155, the partition 160 forms length-wise compartments on both sides. As shown in the example, the combined implementation and cooperation of partition 150 and(one or more) partitions 160 provides multiple length-wise and transverse compartments in the frame 101, which can be adjusted according to the user's wishes.

[0032] refer to Figures 9 to 17This illustration shows a storage box or organizer system 200 (sometimes commonly referred to as system 200) according to another embodiment. System 200 includes a frame 201 similar to frame 101, except that the disclosed frame 201 has a separate rear slot 230 on its inner rear wall 220, while a separate front slot is axially aligned with the rear slot 230. The front slot 235 is located on an inner inclined surface 212, similar to the inner inclined surface 112 of frame 101. Similar to frame 101, the outer wall 210 of frame 201 extends outward from the inner inclined surface 212, which extends upward and outward from the base plate 205. The outer surface 225 of the inner rear wall 220 extends outward from the interior of frame 201. Embodiments may include a partition 260 (e.g., Figure 11 (As shown separately), the partition has a side edge 264 and a top edge 266, the length of which is greater than the length of the bottom edge 268. Figure 3 and Figure 7 (The angle θ is the same). The angle of the side edge 262 can be adjusted to match the slope of the inner inclined surface 212 and the slope of the slot 235. Compared to the partition 160, the partition 260 may be longer because it can extend over the entire length of the frame 201.

[0033] Now for reference Figures 12 to 17 A system 200 with a removable compartment module 300 is shown. The compartment module 300 can be inserted into a compartment formed by inserting a partition 260 into a frame 201. While this embodiment shows that the partition 260 is used to separate one compartment module 300 from another, in some embodiments, the compartment module 300 can be inserted into the frame 201 with or without the assistance of the partition 260. The compartment module 300 includes a front outer wall 310 that slopes upward from the bottom outer surface 380 (see [link to documentation]). Figure 16 The internal inclined surface 312 located inside the front outer wall 310 can interact with... Figure 3 and Figure 7 The surfaces shown have the same angle θ. The inner inclined surface 312 slopes upward from the base plate 305 and extends away from the inner rear wall 320. The side wall 314 connecting the front outer wall 310 and the rear inner wall 320 may include one or more slots 330. The slots 330 may be distributed in pairs on opposite side walls 314. Figure 16The bottom end of slot 330 can be seen, which may extend beyond the bottom plane of the bottom outer surface 380. Slot 330 can be set at an angle relative to base plate 305, which may be the same as or approximately the same as the angle θ formed by the inner inclined surface 312 relative to base plate 305. In this context, "approximately" means that the angles differ from each other by less than 10 degrees. Figure 17 As shown, some embodiments include one or more slats 360 configured to slide into a pair of slots 330. When inserted into the slots 330 within an angular range, the slats cooperate to define compartments. These compartments, thanks to their angled spatial design, increase storage capacity, such as... Figure 17 As shown. Return to Figure 16 In some embodiments, one or more foot pads may be included, which are disposed on the bottom 385 of the sidewall 314.

[0034] Those skilled in the art will understand that various components and modules may be arranged in different ways (e.g., in different orders or divided in different ways) without departing from the scope of this technology. The foregoing description is intended to enable those skilled in the art to practice the various aspects described herein. The foregoing description provides various examples of this technology, but this technology is not limited to these examples. Various modifications to these aspects will be readily understood by those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein can be applied to other aspects.

[0035] Therefore, the scope of the claims is not limited to the aspects shown herein, but should be given the full scope consistent with the wording of the claims. Unless otherwise stated, singular elements do not mean "the only one," but rather "one or more." Unless otherwise expressly stated, the term "some" means one or more. Masculine pronouns (such as "his") include feminine and neuter pronouns (such as "her" and "its"), and vice versa. Titles and subheadings (if any) are for convenience only and do not constitute a limitation of the invention.

[0036] Expressions such as “aspect” do not imply that the aspect is essential to the technology in question, nor do they imply that the aspect is applicable to all configurations of the technology. Disclosures relating to a particular aspect may apply to all configurations, or may apply only to one or more configurations. One or more examples of a particular aspect may be provided. Expressions such as “aspect” may refer to one or more aspects, or vice versa. The term “embodiment” does not imply that the embodiment is indispensable to the subject matter, nor does it imply that the embodiment is applicable to all configurations of the subject matter. Disclosures relating to a particular embodiment may apply to all embodiments, or may apply only to one or more embodiments. One or more examples of a particular embodiment may be provided. The term “embodiment” may refer to one or more embodiments, or vice versa. Expressions such as “configuration” do not imply that the configuration is indispensable to the technology, nor do they imply that the configuration is applicable to all configurations of the technology. Disclosures relating to a particular configuration may apply to all configurations, or may apply only to one or more configurations. One or more examples of a particular configuration may be provided. Expressions such as “the configuration” may refer to one or more configurations, or vice versa.

[0037] The term “exemplary” as used in this specification means “as an example or illustration.” Any aspect or design described as “exemplary” in this specification should not be construed as superior to other aspects or designs.

[0038] All structural and functional equivalents of the elements described in this disclosure, whether known to those skilled in the art or hereafter known, are expressly incorporated herein by reference and shall be covered by the claims. Furthermore, the disclosures in this specification do not constitute public disclosure, whether expressly stated in the claims or not. Unless a claim element expressly uses the phrase “means for…” (or “steps for…” in a method claim), it shall not be interpreted pursuant to 35 Title 112, Section 6 of the United States Code. Furthermore, the use of terms such as “comprising” or “having” in the specification or claims shall have the same inclusive meaning as “comprising” used as a transitional term in the claims.

Claims

1. A storage box system, comprising: The box body includes: Base plate; A first wall extends vertically upward from the base plate and has a first height; The second wall; The top edge of the second wall extends away from the first wall. The inner inclined surface of the second wall extends upward from the bottom plate at an obtuse angle. A pair of sidewalls, placed parallel to each other, connecting the first wall and the second wall; and A first removable partition is located between the pair of sidewalls, or between the first wall and the second wall. The base plate has a first length between the first wall and the second wall, and the first length is greater than the first height.

2. The system according to claim 1, further comprising: A first slot is provided on the first sidewall of the pair of sidewalls and a second slot is provided on the second sidewall of the pair of sidewalls, wherein the end of the first removable partition is inserted into the first slot and the second slot.

3. The system according to claim 2, wherein, The first removable partition is positioned to separate the first compartment in front of the first removable partition from the second compartment behind the first removable partition.

4. The system according to claim 2, further comprising: A third slot disposed on the first removable partition and a fourth slot disposed on the second wall, wherein the third slot and the fourth slot are axially aligned; and A second removable partition is inserted into the third and fourth slots.

5. The system according to claim 4, wherein, The second removable partition includes a beveled edge whose angle matches the angle of the inner inclined surface of the second wall.

6. The system according to claim 4, wherein, The fourth slot on the second wall is positioned at an angle that matches the angle of the inner inclined surface of the second wall.

7. The system according to claim 4, wherein, The second removable partition laterally separates the third compartment located on the first side of the second removable partition from the fourth compartment located on the second side of the second removable partition.

8. The system according to claim 7, wherein, The third and fourth compartments are located inside the second compartment.

9. The system according to claim 7, wherein, The third compartment and the fourth compartment are arranged transversely to the first compartment and / or the second compartment.

10. The system according to claim 1, wherein, The top edge of the second wall is flush with the top edge of the first wall.

11. The system of claim 1, further comprising a first slot disposed on the first wall and a second slot disposed on the second wall, wherein the second slot is axially aligned with the first slot.

12. The system according to claim 11, wherein, The first removable partition is inserted into the first slot and the second slot.

13. The system according to claim 12, wherein, The first removable partition has a beveled edge whose angle matches the angle of the inner inclined surface of the second wall.

14. The system of claim 11, further comprising: A removable compartment module, which is removably inserted into the housing, the removable compartment module comprising: Compartment floor; The first module wall extends vertically upward from the module base plate; Second module wall; The top edge of the second wall extends away from the first module wall; The inner inclined surface of the second module wall extends upward from the module base plate at an obtuse angle; A pair of module sidewalls are placed in parallel and connect the first module wall to the second module wall.

15. The system according to claim 14, wherein, The second module wall is positioned at a certain angle, which matches the angle of the internal inclined surface of the second wall.

16. The system of claim 14, further comprising: A third slot is disposed on the first module sidewall of the pair of module sidewalls, and a fourth slot is disposed on the second module sidewall of the pair of module sidewalls, wherein the third slot and the fourth slot are axially aligned; and The slats are detachably inserted into the third and fourth slots.

17. A storage box system comprising: The box body includes: Base plate; A first wall extends vertically upward from the base plate and has a first height; The second wall, The top edge of the second wall extends away from the first wall. The inner inclined surface of the second wall extends upward from the bottom plate at an obtuse angle; A pair of sidewalls, which are placed in parallel, and connect the first wall and the second wall; A first slot is provided on the first wall; The second slot is provided on the second wall; and A removable partition, the ends of which are inserted into the first and second slots and extend axially between the first and second walls. The base plate has a first length between the first wall and the second wall, and the first length is greater than the first height.

18. The system according to claim 17, wherein, The first removable partition has a beveled edge whose angle matches the angle of the inner inclined surface of the second wall.

19. A storage box system comprising: The box body includes: Base plate; A first wall extends vertically upward from the base plate and has a first height; The second wall, The top edge of the second wall extends away from the first wall; The inner inclined surface of the second wall extends upward from the bottom plate at an obtuse angle; A pair of sidewalls, placed parallel to each other, connecting the first wall and the second wall; and A removable compartment module, which is removably inserted into the housing, the removable compartment module comprising: Compartment floor; The first module wall extends vertically upward from the module base plate; Second module wall, The top edge of the second module wall extends away from the first module wall. The inner inclined surface of the second module wall extends upward from the module base plate at an obtuse angle; and A pair of module sidewalls, placed parallel to each other, connect the first module wall and the second module wall. The base plate has a first length between the first wall and the second wall, and the first length is greater than the first height.

20. The system of claim 19, further comprising: A first slot is disposed on the first module sidewall of the pair of module sidewalls; A second slot is disposed on the second module sidewall of the pair of module sidewalls, wherein the first slot and the second slot are axially aligned; and A slat is detachably inserted into the first slot and the second slot, wherein the first compartment of the detachable compartment module is located in front of the slat, and the second compartment of the detachable compartment module is located behind the slat.

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