Collapsible Mobile Storage Unit with Rotating Seat
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional luggage and portable storage devices are inadequate for uneven terrain and lack adaptability for specialized outdoor uses, with wheels often failing to provide sufficient mobility and lacking features for versatile storage solutions.
Innovation Solution
A mobile storage device featuring a collapsible exterior frame with an interior storage area, a rotatable seat for access, adjustable size, removable wheels, and a flexible storage bag, designed for versatility and adaptability in outdoor environments, including all-terrain capability and integration with bicycles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional wheels are used in luggage and portable storage devices, then the device can be rolled to transport belongings, but the wheels become inadequate for rolling over uneven terrain
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the wheel structure adjustable and adaptable. The frame includes adjustable components that allow the storage device to adapt its configuration for different terrains, transforming from a static wheel system to a dynamic one that can modify its characteristics based on terrain conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes through adjustable frame components and wheel configurations. The frame can be adjusted to change the angle and position of wheels relative to the body, allowing optimization of rolling characteristics for different terrain conditions, thereby improving both mobility and terrain adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the storage device is designed with fixed size, then the structure is simple, but it cannot be adapted to specialized outdoor uses or different storage needs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by implementing adjustable frame components that can be reconfigured for different storage needs and outdoor uses. The frame includes adjustable arms, legs, and positioning mechanisms that allow the storage device to adapt its dimensions and configuration dynamically.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements universality by designing a multi-functional storage device that can serve multiple purposes: general storage, outdoor use, and specialized applications. The adjustable frame and configurable components enable the same device to adapt to different scenarios without requiring multiple separate devices.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the storage device includes a seat for sitting, then it provides versatility for outdoor use, but the device becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements universality by integrating a seat into the storage device, enabling it to serve multiple functions: storage, transportation, and recreation. The seat can be used for sitting during outdoor activities or as part of the storage structure, adding versatility without requiring a completely separate device.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies merging by combining the seat function with the storage frame structure. The seat is integrated into the adjustable frame components, merging two functions (sitting and storage) into a single unified device, thereby adding versatility while minimizing the increase in overall complexity.
4Ease of operation
If the exterior frame is made collapsible for storage, then the device is easier to store, but the frame structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the frame into collapsible segments and sections. The frame includes adjustable arms, legs, and components that can be independently folded or collapsed into the storage area, allowing the entire structure to be compacted for easy storage while maintaining structural integrity during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements the nested doll principle by designing the collapsible frame to nest within itself when folded. The frame components are configured to fold inward and nest within the storage area, creating a compact configuration for storage while maintaining the full structural complexity needed for stable use during operation.
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AI summary
mobile storage device comprises an exterior frame and an interior storage area within the exterior frame. The exterior frame comprises a seat for sitting on when the mobile storage device is not being rolled or moved. In some embodiments, the seat is movable from a closed position to an open position to access the interior storage frame. A flexible storage bag comprising one or more pockets is able be configured to fit within the interior storage area. In some embodiments, the exterior frame is adjustable to adjust a size of the interior storage area. In some embodiments, the exterior frame is collapsible for storing the mobile storage device.