Box Insert Support Structure for Fast Insulated Packaging Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing packaging systems face challenges in providing insulation and are difficult to assemble, often requiring multiple steps and complex configurations.
Innovation Solution
A packaging assembly comprising an outer box and an insert with support formations, where the insert is connected to the outer box through glue pads or other affixing methods, allowing for efficient assembly and insulation through the use of temperature-preserving linings and insulating materials.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If traditional packaging systems are used for insulation, then thermal isolation can be achieved, but assembly complexity increases and requires multiple steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the outer box and insert into a single integrated packaging assembly that folds together in one motion. The support formations on the insert engage with the outer box panels simultaneously during the folding process, merging what would traditionally be separate assembly steps into a single unified action while maintaining thermal isolation functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The support formations are pre-configured on the insert in specific geometric patterns that automatically engage with the outer box panels during the folding process. This preliminary configuration of support structures ensures that thermal isolation is maintained while the assembly process is simplified, as the support formations guide the folding action rather than requiring separate attachment steps.
2Temperature
If traditional packaging systems are used for insulation, then thermal isolation can be achieved, but the number of assembly steps increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the assembly of the outer box and insert into a single simultaneous folding operation. The support formations are designed to engage with the outer box panels during the same folding motion that forms the box structure, combining multiple assembly steps into one action and reducing assembly time while preserving thermal isolation properties.
Solution Approach 2:
The support formations on the insert automatically engage with the outer box panels during the folding process without requiring separate attachment operations. The geometric configuration of the support formations allows them to self-align and self-engage with the box structure as it folds, making the assembly process faster and reducing the number of manual steps required while maintaining thermal isolation.
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
Facilitates efficient assembly and effective insulation of contents by simplifying the assembly process and enhancing thermal isolation.
Implementation Method 1
at least one support formation is arranged between at two of the four main panels, wherein each support formation connects the insert to the outer box
Data Source
AI summary
A packaging assembly includes an outer box including a first main panel connected to a second main panel, a third main panel connected to the second main panel, and a fourth main panel connected to the third main panel, the fourth main panel connected to the first main panel; an insert, an insert connected to at least two of the main panels of the outer box, the insert including a first main panel connected to a second main panel; a third main panel connected to the second main panel; and a fourth main panel connected to the first main panel and the third main panel, wherein at least one support formation is arranged between at two of the four main panels, wherein each support formation connects the insert to the outer box.