Air Pump Accessory Storage With Sliding Pop-Up Box
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electric air pump devices lack a dedicated space for storing accessories, leading to their scattering and potential loss, which complicates use and carrying.
Innovation Solution
An air pump device with an integrated storage box inside the case body that houses multiple accessories, equipped with a lock and pop-up mechanism for easy access and a gear assembly for efficient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If air pump accessories are stored outside the case body, then accessibility is improved, but risk of loss and scattering increases
Solution Approach 1:
The storage box is nested inside the case body, allowing accessories to be stored within the main housing. The storage box can slide in and out, providing both secure storage when retracted and accessibility when extended, thus resolving the contradiction between keeping accessories secure and making them easily accessible.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage box is designed to be dynamically movable, sliding along the first opening between a retracted position (for secure storage) and an extended position (for easy access). This dynamic configuration allows the system to adapt between the two opposing requirements of security and accessibility.
2Stability of the object's composition
If air pump accessories are stored in a fixed location, then organization is improved, but ease of access deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The storage box transitions from a fixed to a movable configuration, sliding along the first opening to allow easy access while maintaining organized storage when retracted. This dynamic mechanism resolves the contradiction between stable organization and ease of access.
3Ease of operation
If storage box is always accessible, then ease of use is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The storage box uses a simple sliding mechanism along the first opening, controlled by a pop-up component that provides the necessary force. This dynamic but simple mechanism improves ease of use without significantly increasing device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The pop-up component automatically provides the sliding force needed to move the storage box, eliminating the need for complex manual operation mechanisms. This self-service approach maintains ease of use while minimizing added complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution ensures accessories are organized and less likely to be lost, facilitating convenient use and carrying by keeping them unified and accessible.
Implementation Method 1
The lock component includes a lock and a first spring. One end of the first spring is fixedly installed in the case body, and other end is connected to the lock.
Implementation Method 2
The pop-up component includes a second spring and a connection piece. The second spring is compressed and arranged between the connection piece and the storage box.
Implementation Method 3
The gear assembly includes a first gear, a second gear and a third gear. The first gear is connected to the first output shaft. The second gear is meshed with the first gear, and the third gear is meshed with the second gear.
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AI summary
An air pump device with accessories storage function includes a case body, which is provided with an air pump and a storage box inside. A first opening is arranged at one end of the case body, and the storage box can slide along the first opening to the outside of the case body. The storage box is provided with a plurality of accommodation space, which are provided with air pump accessories inside. It is convenient for users to carry and use.