Convertible Vehicle Trunk Structure for Pickup Bed Extension

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing devices fail to serve as both a bed extender and a trunk for pickup trucks and SUVs, limiting storage capacity and functionality.

Innovation Solution

A multifunctional device that can be used as a bed extender and a free-standing trunk, comprising panels with hinges and a pivot mechanism, allowing conversion between these modes.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a device is designed to serve as both a bed extender and a trunk, then storage capacity and versatility are improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedual functionality as bed extender and trunkVSAvoidstructural complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The device is designed with a universal structure that can function as both a bed extender and a trunk. The box-shaped body with opening panels allows it to serve multiple purposes: extending the vehicle bed for cargo transport and functioning as a standalone trunk for storage, eliminating the need for separate devices

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The device is divided into segmented panels including front panel, back panel, side panels, and top panels that can be independently opened or removed. This segmentation enables the device to transition between different configurations - fully enclosed for trunk mode, or with panels open for bed extender mode - thereby achieving dual functionality through modular design

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If a device is designed to serve as both a bed extender and a trunk, then storage capacity and versatility are improved, but manufacturing complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedual functionality as bed extender and trunkVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The device employs a universal box-shaped structure with standardized panels and joining mechanisms that can be manufactured using common fabrication processes. The same basic components serve both bed extender and trunk functions, simplifying the manufacturing process compared to producing two separate specialized devices

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention merges the functions of a bed extender and a trunk into a single integrated device. By combining these two functions into one structure with shared components and materials, the manufacturing process is simplified compared to producing separate devices, while still achieving dual functionality

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS20250326445A1Device that can be a Vehicle Bed Extender as well as a Trunk

Publication Date: 2025.10.23 GOLDWITZ BRIAN

AI summary

The current invention is a device that can be a trunk that can be converted into a bed extender. It can be placed in the bed of the vehicle. It can be comprised of a plurality of solid boards, boards that cover the molle boards, two sides, a hinged top, a bottom, a front, a back and a pivot pen. The current invention can also have shelves.