Structural arrangement applied to a multifunctional support for supermarket and airport trolleys and the like

The multifunctional support system addresses the lack of storage and charging solutions in shopping and airport carts by offering adjustable compartments, secure attachment, and integrated charging, thereby enhancing user experience and security.

WO2025102131A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-05-22FERREIRA VINICIUS MEDEIROS
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Application Number
PCT/BR2024/000006
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-11-17
Filing Date
2024-06-25
Publication Date
2025-05-22

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Technical Problem

Shopping carts and airport carts lack adequate storage and charging solutions for personal devices, leading to accessibility and security issues for users.

Method used

A multifunctional support system with adjustable compartments, a clamp for secure attachment to cart handles, and a charging system integrated with a generator, providing safe storage, easy access, and continuous device charging.

Benefits of technology

Enhances user experience by providing secure, organized storage and continuous device charging, improving accessibility and reducing stress during shopping and travel.

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Abstract

This product relates to the field of accessories for shopping and luggage trolleys, encompassing types of usage in both commercial establishments and passenger terminals. The present utility model application relates to a multifunctional support (1) comprising an adjustable fastening mechanism (3) made up of three fixed curved flaps (4) and one adjustable curved flap (5) positioned on the outer lateral portion of a left-hand compartment (2) in order to accommodate mobile devices of different widths, ensuring secure placement and easy access. A right-hand compartment (7) incorporates additional functionalities such as storage for notepads and cards, thus increasing its applicability. A two-part clamp (10) with an articulated shaft (11) enables attachment to trolleys, providing convenience for both adults and children. Additionally, the present invention includes a hook (11) for securing objects and, optionally, a mobile charging system (13, 14), thus enhancing the user experience in shopping or transit environments.
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Description

CONSTRUCTION DISPOSITION INTRODUCED IN MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR SUPERMARKET TROLLEYS, AIRPORTS AND SIMILAR MODEL FIELD

[0001] This utility model patent application relates to an adaptable multifunctional support for mobile devices and accessories. The field of application is aimed at the shopping accessories and personal transportation sector, covering modalities such as supermarkets, airports and similar. This model was designed to facilitate the handling and organization of mobile devices, notes and personal objects while the user performs other activities, such as driving a shopping cart. The present model aims to provide a practical and safe means of storing cell phones and documents, optimizing space and improving the consumer's shopping and travel experience, solving the problem of lack of accessibility and security for personal belongings in shopping and similar environments. PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED

[0002] Currently, shopping carts and airport carts do not provide users with the ability to manage and access their personal belongings in a safe and organized manner while shopping or traveling. The lack of appropriate storage space for mobile devices, purses and bags, as well as the absence of a convenient means of charging such devices, are recurring issues. In addition, limited options for viewing promotional messages or making quick notes, such as a shopping list, contribute to a less efficient and more stressful experience. STATE OF THE TECHNIQUE

[0003] The current state of the art document US20160339937, published on 11 / 24 / 2016, entitled "SUPPORT SHELF FOR A SHOPPING CART AND ASSOCIATED SHOPPING ASSEMBLY”, which relates to a shopping cart including a basket and a handle, the basket including a rear wall having an upper end, and the handle being spaced from the upper end of the rear wall defining a space between the handle and the upper end of the rear wall; a support shelf comprising: a clamp wrapped at least partially around the handle of the shopping cart for coupling the support shelf to the shopping cart, and a platform positioned below and extending forward relative to the handle toward the rear wall of the shopping cart, the platform having an upper surface and a lower surface opposite the upper surface and extending rigidly between a front edge and a rear edge thereof, wherein the handle is positioned at the rear of the rear edge of the platform.

[0004] However, the previous one is different from the present model, given that the present model is composed of a multifunctional support for supermarket, airport and similar carts, configured by a set of compartments and an adaptable fixing structure, aiming to offer a versatile and convenient solution for the organization and storage of personal items, promoting the integration of functionalities such as the display of promotional messages, the support of mobile devices, and the ease of quick notes, in addition to enabling the charging of the mobile device through a power generation system coupled to the cart. PROPOSED SOLUTION

[0005] This model refers to a multifunctional support for mobile devices and accessory items, comprising an adjustable fixing mechanism and a support structure that provides for the safe accommodation of cell phones of various sizes, also offering ease of insertion and removal of the device. Additionally, this model has areas intended for the integration of notepads or other documents, aiming at its usefulness in activities such as shopping or traveling. An articulated clamp is incorporated, allowing attachment to cart handles, while facilitating positioning according to the user's needs. This model also includes a hook for anchoring bags or purses, maximizing the functionality and comfort of the consumer. It is also characterized by the possibility of charging mobile devices through a connection to a coupled generator, optimizing use on the move. ADVANTAGES OF THE MODEL

[0006] This model has the following advantages: v This model includes an adjustable fastening mechanism for mobile devices, providing versatility and safety in fitting different sizes and models; v It includes a dedicated space for integrating notepads and documents, offering practicality for taking notes and accessing important information during use; v It has a two-part clamp with an articulated shaft, allowing easy coupling and adjustment to shopping cart or airport cart handles, adapting to the ideal position for each user; v It includes a hook on the lower front part, optimizing space by allowing the safe anchoring of bags and purses, facilitating the transport of personal items; v It offers the option of incorporating a charging system for mobile devices through a coupled generator, increasing the functionality of the model by allowing continuous use of the device while moving. DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0007] Attached below are the following illustrations of this model;

[0008] Fig. 1: shows the perspective view of the construction arrangement introduced in multifunctional support for supermarket trolleys, airports and similar; (009] Fig. 2: shows the side view of the construction arrangement introduced in multifunctional support for supermarket, airport and similar trolleys;

[0010] Fig. 3: shows the bottom view of the construction arrangement introduced in multifunctional support for supermarket, airport and similar trolleys;

[0011] Fig. 4: shows the perspective view of the constructive arrangement introduced in multifunctional support for supermarket, airport and similar trolleys, showing it in use;

[0012] Fig. 5: shows the perspective view of the constructive arrangement introduced in multifunctional support for supermarket, airport and similar trolleys, showing the multifunctional support applied to a supermarket trolley;

[0013] Fig. 6: shows the perspective view of the constructive arrangement introduced in a multifunctional support for supermarket trolleys, airports and similar, showing the constructive variation of a generator to power the mobile device when inserted in the multifunctional support;

[0014] Fig. 7: shows the perspective view of the construction arrangement introduced in multifunctional support for supermarket, airport and similar trolleys, showing the second construction variation of the multifunctional support with three compartments. DETAILED MODEL DESCRIPTION

[0015] THE CONSTRUCTION DISPOSITION INTRODUCED IN MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR SUPERMARKET, AIRPORT AND SIMILAR TROLLEYS, object of the present model, consists of a multifunctional support (1) configured by a left compartment (2) composed of an adjustable fixing mechanism (3), which comprises three fixed curved flaps (4), which provide stable and safe support in three sides of the cell phone, it also has an adjustable curved flap (5) located on the outer side of the left compartment (2), which can move to accommodate different cell phone widths, allowing the cell phone to be inserted and removed easily.

[0016] The multifunctional support (1) has a right compartment (7) equipped with a profiled frame (8) and a fixing clip (9), the right compartment (7) of which is dedicated to the integration of a notepad, boarding pass or similar, which can be used for quick and convenient notes, such as shopping lists, or even to use messages, advertisements and promotional statements of a variable nature.

[0017] Furthermore, the multifunctional support (1) includes a two-part clamp (10) with an articulated axle (11), which was designed to allow the multifunctional support (1) to be attached to the handle of a supermarket trolley, airport trolley or similar. The articulated axle (11) of the two-part clamp (10) also allows the multifunctional support (1) to be pulled forwards and backwards, i.e., said multifunctional support (1) can be used both by the user pushing the trolley and by a child sitting in the seat inside said supermarket trolley.

[0018] The multi-functional support (1) also has a hook (11) arranged on the lower front part of the multi-functional support (1), which allows the secure anchoring of bags, purses and similar items, providing additional utility.

[0019] Optionally, the left compartment (2) of the multifunctional support (1) responsible for accommodating a mobile device, may receive a charging cable (13) coming from a generator (14) attached to the wheel of the supermarket and airport trolley, allowing the mobile device to be charged during use, optimizing the functionality of the multifunctional support (1) for the consumer.

[0020] Another optional feature of this model is the support multifunctional (1) having three compartments, one left compartment (15), one central compartment (16) to accommodate the mobile device and one right compartment (17), so that the user can choose where to use notepads, boarding passes or similar, which can be used for quick and convenient notes, such as shopping lists, or even use messages, advertisements and promotional sayings of a variable nature.

[0021] However, due to the advantages it offers and because it has truly innovative characteristics, the CONSTRUCTION DISPOSITION INTRODUCED IN MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR SUPERMARKET, AIRPORT AND SIMILAR TROLLEYS, meets the necessary conditions to deserve the Utility Model Patent.

Claims

R E I V I N D I C A ÇÕES 1) CONSTRUCTION DISPOSITION INTRODUCED IN MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR SUPERMARKET, AIRPORT AND SIMILAR TROLLEYS, consists of a multifunctional support (1) composed of bipartite clamps (6), intended for supermarket and airport trolleys, which is characterized by having a left compartment (2) composed of an adjustable fixing mechanism (3), which comprises three fixed curved flaps (4) and an adjustable curved flap (5) arranged on the external side of the left compartment (2) to accommodate different widths of cellphones; the multifunctional support (1) comprises a right compartment (7) equipped with a profiled frame (8) and a fixing clip (9), whose right compartment (7) is dedicated to the integration of a notepad, boarding passes or similar, or to receive the use of messages, advertisements and promotional statements;the multifunctional support (1) includes a two-part clamp (10) equipped with an articulated shaft (11), which was designed to allow the coupling of the multifunctional support (1) to the handle of a supermarket trolley, airport trolley or similar; the articulated shaft (11) of the two-part clamp (10) allows the multifunctional support (1) to be pulled forward and backward in relation to the handle of the supermarket trolley or similar; furthermore, the multifunctional support (1) also has a gain (11) arranged in the lower front part of the multifunctional support (1), which allows the safe anchoring of bags, purses and similar items.; 2) CONSTRUCTION DISPOSITION INTRODUCED IN MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR SUPERMARKET, AIRPORT AND SIMILAR TROLLEYS, according to claim 1, optionally characterized by the fact that the left compartment (2) receives a charging cable (13) coming from a generator (14) coupled to the wheel of the supermarket and airport trolley, allowing the charging of the mobile device during use. 3) CONSTRUCTION DISPOSITION INTRODUCED IN MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUPPORT FOR SUPERMARKET, AIRPORT AND SIMILAR TROLLEYS, according to claim 1, optionally characterized by comprising three compartments, being a left compartment (15), a central compartment (16) and a right compartment (17), whose central compartment (16) accommodates a mobile device, while the left compartment (15) and the right compartment (17) are intended to receive notepads, boarding passes or similar, which can be used for notes, such as shopping lists, or even to use messages, advertisements and promotional statements.

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