A container for receiving goods to be cooled and method thereof
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing containers for storing and transporting goods that require specific temperature control are cumbersome to use and require separate handling and storage of cooling elements, leading to increased costs and preparation time.
Innovation Solution
A container with a flexible, two-dimensional separating film attached to the receiving portion by a partial edge, allowing for easy loading and covering of goods while providing a barrier between the goods and cooling elements, reducing the need for separate components and enhancing cooling performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If separate cooling elements are used in containers, then cooling function is provided, but device complexity and preparation time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the separating means and the receiving portion into a single integrated container structure. The separating means is attached to the receiving portion, eliminating the need for separate cooling elements and reducing the number of parts the user must handle, thus resolving the contradiction between ease of operation and device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated container design serves multiple functions: it provides separation between goods and cooling elements, acts as the receiving portion for goods, and enables cooling functionality all in one structure. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed while maintaining full operational capability
2Reliability
If multiple separate components are used, then specific functions are provided, but costs and preparation time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The separating means is pre-attached to the receiving portion during manufacturing, so that when the user receives the container, the integrated structure is already prepared and ready for use. This eliminates the need for users to assemble separate components, reducing preparation time while maintaining reliable temperature control functionality
3Temperature
If thin flexible film is used for separating means, then cooling performance is enhanced, but attachment reliability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a thin flexible film as the separating means that is attached to the receiving portion. The thinness of the film allows it to conform to the goods and cooling elements, enhancing cooling performance by facilitating better thermal contact, while the flexibility enables it to be securely attached to the receiving portion without compromising attachment reliability
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
The solution simplifies the use of the container by eliminating the need for separate parts, reducing costs and preparation time, while providing effective temperature control and hygiene through the use of a flexible, thin film that can be easily attached and detached, ensuring efficient cooling and protection of goods.
Implementation Method 1
a flexible and essentially two-dimensional, that is essentially thin separating means in the form of a flexible film... providing effective temperature control and hygiene through the use of a flexible, thin film that can be easily attached and detached, ensuring efficient cooling
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AI summary
A container (10) serves for receiving, in particular for storing and/or transporting, goods (32) to be kept at a certain temperature or in a certain temperature range or to be cooled. It comprises an upwardly open receiving portion (12) for receiving the goods (32) to be kept at a certain temperature or in a certain temperature range or to be cooled. According to the invention it is proposed that it further comprises a flexible and essentially two-dimensional separating means (20) having a peripheral edge (22) and being attached to the receiving portion (12) by means of only a partial edge portion (24a) of its peripheral edge (22).