Movable Cargo Bed Adapter for Dynamic Weight Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Vehicles with cargo beds face difficulties in accessing and repositioning functional elements like tools and equipment, especially when space is limited, and there is a need for easy removal and reconfiguration of these elements for different uses.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle design featuring a movable adapter element on the cargo bed, which allows for the detachment and repositioning of support elements carrying functional items, enabling easy movement and reconfiguration for various uses, including tools, food, and entertainment systems, with adjustable positioning and secure fastening mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If functional elements are stored far in front of the cargo bed directly behind the driver's cab, then weight distribution is improved, but accessibility of tools and machines deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a movable adapter element that can be repositioned along the cargo bed between a front position (behind the cab) and a rear position (at the rear loading edge). This dynamic repositioning allows the system to adapt between two states: during transport, the adapter is positioned at the front to optimize weight distribution and center of gravity; during work operations, it can be moved to the rear for improved accessibility of tools and equipment.
2Ease of operation
If functional elements are positioned for easy access during work, then accessibility is improved, but weight distribution and driving characteristics deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The movable adapter element enables dynamic repositioning between front and rear positions on the cargo bed. During work operations, the adapter can be positioned at the rear loading edge to maximize accessibility for users standing outside the vehicle. During transport, the same adapter is repositioned to the front area behind the driver's cab to optimize weight distribution and center of gravity, thereby improving driving characteristics.
3Stability of the object's composition
If functional elements are permanently fixed on the cargo bed, then installation stability is improved, but reconfigurability for different uses deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the cargo bed into modular segments: a movable adapter element that can be repositioned along the cargo bed, and detachable support elements that can be removed and replaced. This segmentation allows different support elements (e.g., for outdoor kitchen, mobile workshop, beverage dispensing) to be interchangeably mounted on the same adapter, enabling easy reconfiguration for different uses while maintaining stable installation during each specific operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter element is designed to be movable along the cargo bed rather than permanently fixed, enabling dynamic repositioning between different locations (front behind cab, rear at loading edge). Combined with detachable support elements, this allows the system to adapt its configuration based on operational requirements while providing stable mounting when positioned and secured.
4Adaptability or versatility
If functional elements are made easily removable, then reconfigurability is improved, but installation stability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the mounting function (adapter element) from the functional elements (support elements with tools or equipment). The adapter provides a stable mounting interface on the cargo bed, while support elements can be easily attached and detached. This segmentation enables easy reconfigurability through simple attachment/detachment of support elements while maintaining stable installation through the robust adapter mounting system.
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AI summary
A vehicle with a cargo bed comprises an adapter element arranged in a movable manner along the cargo bed. A support element for at least one functional element is detachably fixed on the adapter element. A guide system for the adapter element comprises at least two parallel guide rails. The adapter element comprises at least two guide elements which engage in the guide rails. At least one guide rail comprises a retaining bead laterally projecting into a guide groove of the guide rail. At least one guide element fixed to the adapter element engages behind the retaining bead, such that a lifting of the adapter element is prevented by the guide rail. The adapter element comprises at least one braking device, which can be brought into operative connection with the cargo bed in order to prevent a displacement of the adapter element on the cargo bed.