Accommodating means for a dispensing container
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing container receiving devices for dispensing containers, such as soap or disinfectant dispensers, often require keys for securing and removing the containers, which can lead to inconvenience and security issues, especially in institutions like hospitals or nursing homes, where staff must carry keys or leave them on the devices, negating the security purpose.
Innovation Solution
A container receiving device with a movable, pivotable latch that secures the dispensing container by pivoting into a region above the container's wall, preventing unauthorized removal, and can be actuated using a hidden mechanism, eliminating the need for keys and allowing for easy replacement by authorized personnel.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a key-based locking mechanism is used to secure the dispensing container, then security against unauthorized removal is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates because staff must carry keys or leave them on the device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the key element from the locking mechanism entirely. Instead of using a key-based system, the invention employs a simple latch that can be manually moved between locked and unlocked positions by directly manipulating the latch itself, thereby extracting the problematic key component while maintaining security functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The patent inverts the traditional locking approach by making the latch the primary visible and manipulatable element rather than a hidden mechanism requiring a key. The latch is designed to be directly accessible and operable by hand, reversing the conventional wisdom that security mechanisms should be concealed and key-activated
2Reliability
If a bottom plate is used to prevent withdrawal of the container, then security against unauthorized removal is improved, but productivity deteriorates because it is time-consuming to replace containers
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static bottom plate into a dynamic latch mechanism that can quickly transition between locked and unlocked states. This dynamic element allows authorized personnel to rapidly replace containers by simply moving the latch, dramatically improving replacement speed while maintaining security when the latch is engaged
Solution Approach 2:
The latch is pre-positioned in a locked state that automatically secures the container upon insertion. This preliminary locking action eliminates the need for separate securing steps, allowing containers to be quickly replaced while maintaining continuous security
3Reliability
If a complex securing device is used to prevent removal, then reliability against unauthorized access is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the securing function into two simple, distinct components: a latch element and a receiving structure. This segmentation allows each component to be simple in design while collectively providing effective security, avoiding the need for a single complex integrated mechanism
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a container receiving device (10) for a dispensing container (28), in particular dispensers for liquid media, comprising a housing (12) comprising four side walls (14, 16, 18) and a housing bottom (20) for receiving the dispensing container (28) and a housing lid (22), with a securing device (47) for the dispensing container (28), with the securing device (47) comprising a latch (50) movable between a locking position and a release position, with the latch (50) in the locking position being moved into a region above a wall of a dispensing container (25) located in the container receiving device (10), so that the dispensing container (28) is secured against removal from the container receiving device (10) and in the release position is moved, in particular pivoted, out of the region.