Equipment Loading Assembly for Compact Vehicle Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge lies in facilitating the loading and unloading of large and unwieldy electronic equipment by a single person into and out of vehicles, as existing solutions are either cumbersome or unsuitable for compact spaces.
Innovation Solution
A loading assembly comprising upright and lower support arms, a wheel assembly, and a handle, designed to pivot and rotate, allowing for easy tilting, lifting, and sliding of equipment into and out of vehicles without the need for additional wheels or mechanisms, specifically tailored for compact and lightweight use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional loading methods are used for large electronic equipment, then the equipment can be transported, but a single person cannot easily load and unload the equipment due to its size and weight
Solution Approach 1:
The loading assembly divides the support structure into multiple segments (upright support arms, lower support arms, connection beams) that can work together to distribute and support the equipment weight, making it manageable for a single operator
Solution Approach 2:
The loading assembly acts as an intermediary device between the heavy equipment and the single operator, providing mechanical support and leverage through its arm structure to enable easy loading and unloading without requiring the operator to directly lift the full equipment weight
2Strength
If conventional loading equipment is used, then heavy equipment can be supported, but the loading device becomes cumbersome and difficult to store in compact spaces
Solution Approach 1:
The lower support arms can be positioned within the upright support arms when not in use, creating a nested configuration that minimizes the overall volume of the loading assembly for compact storage while maintaining full support capacity when deployed
Solution Approach 2:
The loading assembly features movable lower support arms that can transition between extended positions (for supporting equipment) and retracted positions (for compact storage), allowing the device to dynamically adapt its volume based on operational needs
3Stability of the object's composition
If the loading assembly uses fixed support arms, then structural stability is maintained, but the assembly cannot adapt to different equipment types and loading scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The lower support arms are designed to be movable rather than fixed, allowing them to extend and retract based on the specific equipment being loaded. This dynamic capability enables the assembly to adapt to different equipment types and loading scenarios while maintaining structural stability when the arms are positioned and engaged
Solution Approach 2:
The loading assembly is designed with universal functionality through its adjustable lower support arms that can accommodate various equipment configurations. The same basic structure can handle different equipment types by simply adjusting the arm positions, eliminating the need for multiple specialized devices
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
Enables efficient and compact support for loading and unloading large electronic equipment into vehicles, ensuring easy manipulation and storage, while being adaptable for various equipment types.
Implementation Method 1
a wheel assembly coupled to the first upright support arm and/or the second upright support arm. The wheel assembly includes a first wheel support arm including a first proximal end rotatably coupled to the first upright support arm and a first distal end extending away from the first upright support arm, a first wheel rotatably coupled to the first distal end
Implementation Method 2
a first rear facing lever coupled to the first end of the first upright support arm, and a second rear facing lever coupled to the third end of the second upright support arm
Data Source
AI summary
An equipment loading assembly for supporting and facilitating the loading of electronic equipment from a first position (e.g., from resting on the ground) to a second position (e.g., into a truck or automobile), and the subsequent unloading of the equipment from the first position to the second position is provided. The equipment loading assembly includes an upright back support structure and a lower support structure extending laterally outward from a lower portion the upright back support structure. The upright back support structure includes one or more stops to prevent the electronic equipment from sliding in a vertical direction, and the lower support structure includes one or more front feet to prevent the electronic equipment from sliding in a horizontal direction. The loading assembly also may include a wheel support structure that enables one or more wheels to engage with a ground surface for rolling the loading assembly.