Bag Bracket Assembly with Dual Lock Attachment Points
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bag security systems lack versatility in locking mechanisms, as they often rely on a single type of lock or device, which may not provide adequate security against unauthorized access.
Innovation Solution
A bracket assembly for bags that includes multiple lock attachment points, allowing for the use of different types of locks such as portable electronic device locks and padlocks, to securely inhibit the removal of the zipper pull, thereby preventing unauthorized opening.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single type of lock is used in the bag security system, then the device complexity is reduced, but the adaptability and security effectiveness deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly is designed with multiple lock attachment points that can accommodate different types of locks (padlocks, combination locks, electronic locks, cable locks). This multi-functionality allows the same bracket structure to serve various security needs without requiring separate assemblies for each lock type, thereby improving adaptability while maintaining reasonable complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket assembly is divided into distinct functional components: a base with multiple lock attachment points, a cover with a recess for the zipper pull, and separate locking mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and enables flexible configuration of different lock types at different attachment points
2Reliability
If multiple lock attachment points are provided, then the security effectiveness is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly uses standardized lock attachment points that can accept various lock types, reducing the need for custom manufacturing for each lock variant. The base and cover components can be mass-produced using standard fabrication processes, improving ease of manufacture while maintaining security effectiveness through multiple attachment points
3Ease of operation
If the cover is made movable between open and closed positions, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability of pull retention deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The zipper pull is first inserted into the recess of the cover before the cover is closed. This preliminary action ensures the pull is properly positioned and secured. The cover is then closed to retain the pull, and locks can be attached to the attachment points to further secure the cover in the closed position, maintaining both ease of operation and reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The lock attachment points are positioned and designed to prevent the cover from opening before the lock is engaged. This preliminary anti-action counteracts any potential unauthorized opening attempts, ensuring that even though the cover is movable for ease of operation, it cannot be opened without proper authorization through the locking mechanism
Data Source
AI summary
A bag (10) includes a body having a first portion (26) and a second portion (30) defining a storage compartment therebetween. The bag also includes a zipper (18) with a slider (60) movable along the body and a pull (64). The bag further includes a bracket assembly (22) having a base (82) defining a recess for receiving a portion of the pull, and a cover (86) movable between an open position and a closed position, in which the cover substantially covers the recess to inhibit removal of the portion of the pull from the recess. The bracket assembly (22) also includes a first lock attachment point (90) configured to receive a first type of lock to secure the cover to the base, and a second lock attachment point (94) apart from the first lock attachment point (90). The second lock attachment point (94) is configured to receive a second type of lock to secure the cover to the base.