Adjustable Rack Shelf for Vertical Storage of Electronic Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional shelf systems are inefficient in storing multiple electronic devices as they typically require multiple shelves and lack secure vertical storage options, leading to compromised space utilization and risk of device damage or injury due to improper orientation and instability.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable shelf assembly with laterally movable and lockable partitions and a rear slide mechanism, along with anti-roll bars, allows for secure vertical storage of electronic devices of varying sizes and depths, optimizing space usage and preventing device movement or tipping.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If conventional shelf systems are used to store multiple electronic devices, then devices can be stored on shelves, but multiple shelves are required and space utilization is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from horizontal storage to vertical storage by orienting electronic devices vertically on the shelf. This dimensional change allows multiple devices to be stored on a single shelf rather than requiring multiple horizontal shelves, thereby improving space utilization while increasing the quantity of devices stored.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses adjustable divider members that can be positioned at different locations along the shelf to create separate receptacles for individual electronic devices. These dividers segment the shelf into multiple storage compartments, allowing each device to be securely held in its own designated space while maintaining efficient use of the overall shelf area.
2Productivity
If electronic devices are stored vertically to improve space utilization, then storage efficiency increases, but devices may move forward or tip back causing damage or injury
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates anti-roll bars positioned at the front and top of the vertical receptacles. These bars provide preliminary counteracting forces against the potential forward movement or backward tipping of vertically stored devices. By having these restraining elements in place before any instability occurs, the system prevents devices from moving or falling, thereby maintaining both storage efficiency and device stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different structural features to different locations within the receptacle: anti-roll bars at the front and top, and adjustable dividers at the sides. Each local feature addresses specific stability concerns - the anti-roll bars prevent forward and backward movement, while the side dividers prevent lateral movement. This localized approach ensures comprehensive device stability while maintaining vertical storage efficiency.
3Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable partitions are added to accommodate varying device widths, then adaptability improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs adjustable divider members that can be moved to different positions along the shelf and locked into place using clamp mechanisms. This dynamic adjustability allows the shelf configuration to be customized for different device widths and sizes. The dividers can be easily repositioned when needed, providing high adaptability while the simple clamp-lock mechanism keeps the overall structural complexity manageable.
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AI summary
An adjustable shelf assembly, which may be a rack mount shelf, that can adjustably accommodate a plurality of electronic devices. In an example embodiment, the shelf assembly is designed to hold several electronic devices, oriented vertically. This is accomplished by providing a shelf with multiple adjustments, including partitions to adjust the width left to right of each receiver receptacle. In addition, a rear slide mechanism adjusts front to back to accommodate the depth of the electronic devices.