Single-Piece Cellulose Container Blank With Viewing Section
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cellulose-based containers and blanks lack efficient and space-saving designs for storage and display, particularly in scenarios where space is limited, and there is a need for easy assembly and disassembly options.
Innovation Solution
A single-piece cellulose-based blank made from materials like wood pulp, straw, or cotton, cut and scored to form a container with specific fold lines and panels that can be easily assembled into a fully functional container using adhesives or mechanical fasteners, allowing for both knocked-down and fully formed configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a traditional multi-piece container design is used, then structural strength is improved, but assembly complexity and time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The container blank is divided into multiple panels (front panel, rear panel, side panels, bottom panel) connected by fold lines. This segmentation allows the container to be assembled from a single flat pattern while maintaining structural integrity through the panel configuration and fastening mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple container components are merged into a single blank pattern that can be cut and folded into the complete container structure. The single blank includes all necessary panels, fold lines, and fastening features, eliminating the need for separate assembly steps for each component.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fully formed container is used, then storage functionality is improved, but storage and transportation space efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The container design transitions between a flat, space-efficient blank configuration for storage and transportation, and a three-dimensional formed configuration for storage functionality. The container can be dynamically transformed between these states through folding and fastening operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The flat blank pattern is designed to nest efficiently within itself or within storage compartments when not in use. The collapsed or folded state of the container allows it to occupy minimal space while maintaining the capability to expand into its full functional form.
3Stability of the object's composition
If traditional fastening methods are used, then structural integrity is improved, but assembly time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
Fastening features such as slots, tabs, and reinforcement elements are pre-formed during the blank manufacturing process. This preliminary action prepares the components for rapid assembly, reducing the time and complexity of the final assembly operation while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The container blank includes self-aligning and self-fastening features that enable the structure to assemble itself with minimal external intervention. The design incorporates built-in fastening mechanisms that automatically position and secure panels together, reducing assembly time and labor requirements.
Data Source
AI summary
The embodiments of the present invention provide a blank of foldable material configurable to form a container. When formed, the container includes a viewing section formed in a front panel. Likewise, the side panel and rear panel assemblies have both inner and outer panel configurations. The side panel assemblies include at least one intermediate partial side panel as well. The multi-panel side and rear panel assemblies give strength and stability to the container. The container may be partially machine erected, machine erected, or hand set.