Flexible Portable Security Bag Attachment Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lock boxes for securing valuables at outdoor recreation areas lack portability and flexibility in attachment to various fixed objects, often requiring complex mounting mechanisms and being bulky, which limits their usability and security.
Innovation Solution
A portable, lockable security box that self-fastens to elongate objects like lounge chair frames or stroller bars using a versatile support cavity and a flexible, tear-resistant material, allowing secure attachment without permanent fixation, with options for integral or RFID locking mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional safes are designed to be heavy and bulky to prevent easy removal, then security against theft is improved, but portability and ease of transport deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The safe is divided into two main components: a rigid base portion that provides structural strength and security, and a flexible cover portion that can be folded or rolled for portability. This segmentation allows the safe to maintain security features while improving transportability.
Solution Approach 2:
The safe incorporates multiple attachment mechanisms including cable locks, mounting brackets, and adhesive options, allowing it to be secured to various surfaces and objects. This multi-functionality enables the safe to adapt to different security needs while maintaining portability.
2Reliability
If cable locks and complex mounting mechanisms are used to secure the safe, then security and attachment reliability are improved, but device complexity and ease of operation worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The safe incorporates multiple attachment mechanisms including cable locks, mounting brackets, and adhesive options, allowing it to be secured to various surfaces and objects. This multi-functionality enables the safe to adapt to different security needs while maintaining portability.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting brackets are designed to be easily attached and detached by the user without requiring specialized tools or complex procedures. The self-adhesive options provide even simpler installation, allowing users to quickly secure the safe to desired surfaces.
3Reliability
If traditional safes are designed to be impregnable and permanent, then security against unauthorized access is improved, but adaptability to different locations and objects deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The safe incorporates multiple attachment mechanisms including cable locks, mounting brackets, and adhesive options, allowing it to be secured to various surfaces and objects. This multi-functionality enables the safe to adapt to different security needs while maintaining portability.
Solution Approach 2:
The safe transitions from a static, permanent design to a dynamic, adaptable system that can be quickly deployed and repositioned. The flexible cover and various attachment methods enable the safe to adapt to different locations and security requirements.
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AI summary
A portable, universally fitting, stylish, lockable security box or bag that integrally affixes to a an object such as the support or cross bar on a frame of a beach lounge chair, a stroller, bike, wheelchair or similar member where it is desirable to protect your valuables on a stationary or a larger movable object. The security bag is a device preferably comprised of a flexible flap component and a main bottom component which encloses the valuables of the user. When the security bag is positioned over an elongate object, such as the support bar of a chair, stroller or other object, the security bag can be affixed to the elongate object by employing a locking mechanism to close the security bag around the support object, such that the support object extends through the security bag by passing through specially configured side openings. The security bag includes a secure internal cavity formed by the two main components which makes this device simple and unique. The exterior design of the security bag makes decorative universal fit a reality and protects the valuables of the user by securing them to a larger object and also hiding them from the view of third parties.