Adjustable Drawer Front Fixing Structure With Compact Dual-Axis Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing drawer frame structures are complex, expensive, and require a large amount of space due to multiple parts, making them inefficient in terms of space usage and adjustability.
Innovation Solution
A simplified drawer frame structure with a fixing device that incorporates a plate-shaped connecting element engaged by both first and second adjusting elements, allowing for lateral and heightwise adjustments without widening the drawer, utilizing a worm and eccentric mechanism for movement, and a locking device for secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple adjusting elements and displacement mechanisms are used for front panel adjustment, then the adjustability and positioning precision are improved, but the device complexity and space requirements increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple adjusting elements (first adjusting element for height adjustment and second adjusting element for lateral adjustment) into a single integrated fixing device that mounts to the container. Both adjusting elements engage the same plate-shaped connecting element, merging their functions into one compact unit rather than using separate displacement mechanisms for each adjustment direction.
Solution Approach 2:
The plate-shaped connecting element serves multiple functions simultaneously: it connects the front panel to the fixing device, engages with both the first and second adjusting elements for dual-directional adjustment, and provides a unified interface for the locking device. This multi-functional component eliminates the need for separate mechanisms for each adjustment function.
2Manufacturing precision
If multiple adjusting elements and displacement mechanisms are used for front panel adjustment, then the positioning precision is improved, but the space required in the fixing region increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the first adjusting element and second adjusting element into a compact integrated fixing device that mounts to the container. Both adjusting elements engage the same plate-shaped connecting element in a space-efficient arrangement, reducing the overall footprint in the fixing region compared to using separate displacement mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The plate-shaped connecting element provides a narrow orientation for the fixing device, with the drawer frame structure not widened in the lower region. The width is reduced to maximum 8 mm by utilizing a compact dimensional arrangement where both adjusting elements operate within a constrained space envelope.
3Ease of operation
If adjusting elements are associated with the front panel instead of the container, then the release functionality is simplified, but the adjustability and positioning capability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the fixing system into two parts: the fixing device with adjusting elements mounted to the container, and the connecting element pre-mounted to the front panel. This segmentation allows the adjusting elements to remain associated with the container for full adjustability while the connecting element can be easily released by disconnecting from the container-mounted fixing device.
Solution Approach 2:
The plate-shaped connecting element acts as an intermediary between the front panel and the fixing device. It can be easily detached from the fixing device to release the front panel, while the adjusting elements remain mounted to the container and engage the connecting element during adjustment operations.
4Area of stationary object
If a compact fixing device with narrow orientation is used, then the space required is reduced, but the functionality for releasing and adjusting the front panel may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the first adjusting element, second adjusting element, and locking device into a single integrated fixing device that mounts to the container. This consolidation provides full adjustment and release functionality within a compact footprint, with both adjusting elements engaging the same plate-shaped connecting element in a narrow orientation.
Solution Approach 2:
The plate-shaped connecting element serves multiple functions within the compact fixing device: it enables engagement with both the first and second adjusting elements for dual-directional adjustment, provides interface for the locking device for secure attachment, and maintains a narrow orientation that minimizes space requirements in the fixing region.
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 reduces the overall width of the drawer frame structure to less than 15 mm, maintaining adjustability and release functionality while minimizing space and cost, with self-locking adjusting elements ensuring precise positioning and easy access for adjustment.
Implementation Method 1
a second adjusting element, preferably in the form of a worm, is associated with the container for adjusting the position of the front panel in the lateral direction
Implementation Method 2
upon displacement of the first adjusting element, preferably in the form of an eccentric, the plate-shaped part is moved in the heightwise direction with respect to the container
Data Source
AI summary
A drawer structure (5) includes a fixing device (6) for fixing a front panel (7) to a drawer container (8) in a detachable and position-adjustable manner. The front panel (7) can be detachably connected to the fixing device (6) by means of a connection element (9) pre-mounted on the front panel (7). A first adjusting element (1) is associated with the container (8), for adjusting the position of the front panel (7) in the vertical direction (HR), and a second adjusting element (2) is associated with the container (8), for adjusting the position of the front panel (7) in the lateral direction (SR), at least the first (1) and second (2) adjusting elements engaging with the same part of the connection element (9).