Compressible Pouch With Zipper and Flap for Adjustable Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bags are often cumbersome and inefficient in storing objects, as they take up significant space when folded and can cause damage due to items shifting inside.
Innovation Solution
A compressible pouch system comprising a rear shell, a front shell, and a compressible layer with a zipper that allows for adjustable compression to maintain access to a compartment without removing compressive forces, featuring a flap that can be coupled and decoupled to open and close the zipper.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a larger bag is used to hold more objects, then the storage capacity is improved, but the bag takes up considerable space and becomes cumbersome to carry
Solution Approach 1:
The pouch employs nested shells (front shell containing compartment, rear shell) where smaller storage compartments are contained within larger structural elements. This nesting approach maximizes storage capacity within a compact form factor, allowing multiple items to be organized in nested configurations without increasing overall pouch size.
Solution Approach 2:
The pouch incorporates a dynamic compression system with adjustable compressive forces. The compressible layer can be adjusted to apply varying levels of compression, allowing the pouch to adapt its volume and density based on storage needs. This dynamic adjustment enables the pouch to maintain compact size while accommodating different quantities of items.
2Quantity of substance
If a larger bag is used to store objects, then the storage capacity is improved, but the objects may move around and cause damage
Solution Approach 1:
The pouch applies compressive forces to the compartment containing stored objects before potential movement or damage can occur. This preliminary compression stabilizes objects in their proper positions, preventing shifting and potential damage during transport. The compression is maintained continuously to ensure objects remain secured.
Solution Approach 2:
The pouch utilizes changes in compression parameters to control object stability. By adjusting the compressive force applied to the compartment, the system can optimize both storage capacity and object security. The compressible layer's density and pressure can be varied to accommodate different object types and prevent movement-induced damage.
3Volume of moving object
If compressive forces are applied to shrink volume, then the space efficiency is improved, but access to objects requires removing the compressive forces
Solution Approach 1:
The pouch is divided into segmented components including a front shell with compartment, rear shell, and compressible layer. The zipper mechanism is segmented into sections that allow partial access to the compartment without requiring complete removal of compressive forces. This segmentation enables selective access while maintaining overall compression for space efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The zipper acts as an intermediary mechanism between the user and the compressed compartment. It provides a controlled interface that allows access to objects within the compressed space without requiring complete decompression. The zipper enables incremental access while the compressive forces remain largely intact, maintaining both space efficiency and operational ease.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient storage and easy access to objects within the pouch by maintaining compressive forces, preventing damage and optimizing space usage.
Implementation Method 1
The compression layer may be configured to apply compressive forces against the front shell to shrink a volume of a compartment within the front shell
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for a compression pouch with a rear shell and a front shell that are coupled together with a compressible layer, wherein the compressible layer is configured to open and close via a zipper, and a coupling mechanism positioned on the front shell and a flap.