Adjustable Trash Receptacle Stand With Integrated Bag Storage

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing trash receptacles lack adjustable containers for different purposes, such as trash disposal and cleaning supply storage, and do not prevent users from bending over when accessing them.

Innovation Solution

A device with adjustable height containers, integrated compartments for trash and cleaning supplies, and hinged covers for organization, featuring a support assembly that allows height adjustment without bending over.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If fixed height containers are used, then the structure is simple and cost-effective, but the user must bend over to access the containers

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveuser access convenienceVSAvoidheight adjustment mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The support assembly incorporates adjustable height mechanisms that allow the container assembly to be dynamically repositioned vertically. The support stand includes adjustable legs or telescopic elements that enable height modification, transforming a static structure into a dynamic one that adapts to user needs and eliminates the need to bend over.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple separate containers are provided for different purposes, then organization and functionality are improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemulti-purpose storage capabilityVSAvoidnumber of compartments and covers

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The container assembly is divided into multiple separate compartments, each dedicated to specific purposes such as trash disposal, bag storage, or cleaning supply storage. Each compartment can be independently accessed through its own hinged cover, allowing users to organize different materials separately while maintaining an integrated overall structure that manages complexity through functional division.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Ease of operation

If hinged covers are added to each compartment, then organization and separation are improved, but the manufacturing cost and complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecompartment separation and organizationVSAvoidnumber of hinged covers required

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple hinged covers are integrated into a unified assembly where the covers for different compartments are arranged in a coordinated manner. The covers share common hinges, mounting structures, and operational mechanisms, allowing multiple compartments to be accessed through a single integrated cover system rather than requiring completely separate cover assemblies for each compartment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS12515877B1Trash receptacle with support stand and bag supply

Publication Date: 2026.01.06 GIRALDO MARGARITA

AI summary

A trash receptacle integrates a container assembly, bag container assembly, trash compartment assembly, and support assembly. This system forms multiple compartments for organized storage of cleaning supplies and efficient trash disposal. The bag container assembly, located within a second compartment, functions as a storage unit for manually dispensing trash bag rolls through an opening. The trash compartment assembly features a user-friendly drawer for easy trash disposal. Height adjustability, facilitated by a support and slidable support, ensures ergonomic interaction with the container assembly, trash compartment assembly, and bag container assembly, eliminating the need for users to bend over during use.