Aircraft Trash Compactor Trolley with Dual Loading Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current trash compactors on commercial aircraft are limited to either mobile or stationary trash collection, lacking versatility to handle both types efficiently, and often require multiple handling steps and space-consuming designs.
Innovation Solution
A combination trash collection and compaction trolley with a main front door and open top portion, allowing for both front-loading and top-loading of trash, featuring dual independent latches and a compaction system that can be used both mobile and stationary, optimized for efficient compaction and reduced weight.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a mobile trolley is used for trash collection, then trash items are handled only once during collection, but the trolley cannot be used for stationary trash compaction and requires a specialized compactor head
Solution Approach 1:
The trolley is designed with a universal interface that allows it to function both as a mobile collection device and as a stationary compactor unit. The main body of the trolley serves as the compaction chamber when placed in the galley, eliminating the need for specialized compactor heads while maintaining compatibility with standard compactor systems.
2Productivity
If a stationary compactor is used, then trash can be efficiently compacted in the galley, but the unit cannot be moved for mobile trash collection and requires the door to remain open during use
Solution Approach 1:
The compactor system transitions from a fixed stationary unit to a dynamic mobile unit. The trolley can be moved throughout the aircraft for collection, then positioned in the galley for compaction. The door mechanism is designed to remain closed during both mobile and stationary operations, improving sanitation and operational flexibility.
3Reliability
If separate mobile and stationary systems are used, then each system can be optimized for its specific function, but multiple systems increase device complexity and space requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the mobile collection trolley and stationary compactor into a single integrated unit. The trolley body serves dual purposes as both collection container and compaction chamber, eliminating the need for separate systems while maintaining the functional optimization of both mobile collection and stationary compaction capabilities.
4Ease of operation
If traditional mobile trolleys are used, then trash collection is simplified, but the design is space-consuming and requires specialized compaction equipment
Solution Approach 1:
The trolley is designed as a universal unit that eliminates the need for specialized compactor heads and separate compaction equipment. By integrating the compaction chamber directly into the trolley body, the design reduces overall space requirements while maintaining operational simplicity for both collection and compaction functions.
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention provide a combination trash collection and compaction trolley that has a main front door with a trash door that provides access to an interior of the trolley so that trash can be front-loaded into the trash door, as well as an open top portion, which allows trash to be top-loaded into the open top portion.