Foldable Storage System Intermediate Plate Nesting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Foldable multi-layer storage systems with crossed folding support mechanisms occupy excessive space when folded due to the inability of intermediate plates to fully fit between adjacent plates, leading to increased storage volume, high packing costs, and inconvenient handling.
Innovation Solution
A storage system with a chassis, supporting frame, and intermediate plates that rotate and fold using first and second folding mechanisms, allowing the intermediate plates to move between the mechanisms, reducing overall volume by overlapping with the chassis when folded, and featuring connecting structures and clamping mechanisms for efficient folding and fixing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a crossed folding support mechanism is disposed between adjacent two plates, then the storage system can be folded, but the intermediate plate cannot completely fit with the adjacent two plates, resulting in the storage system occupying relatively great space in the folded state
Solution Approach 1:
The intermediate plate is nested within the supporting frame structure during folding. The intermediate plate moves to a position adjacent to the first and second folding mechanisms, allowing it to be accommodated within the overall folded structure rather than protruding outward, thus reducing the storage volume in folded state
Solution Approach 2:
The intermediate plate is designed with movable connection to the supporting frame, allowing it to dynamically change position between different states. In the folded state, the intermediate plate can rotate and move adjacent to the folding mechanisms, adapting its position to minimize the overall volume occupied by the storage system
2Device complexity
If the intermediate plate cannot completely fit with the adjacent two plates, then the folding mechanism can be simple, but the storage system requires more space to store and is not convenient to convey
Solution Approach 1:
The intermediate plate is nested within the supporting frame structure during folding, allowing the entire storage system to be compacted into a smaller volume that is easier to convey and store, while maintaining a relatively simple folding mechanism design
3Device complexity
If the storage system occupies more space when folded, then the folding mechanism can be simple, but the packing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The intermediate plate is nested within the supporting frame structure during folding, reducing the overall volume that needs to be packed. This nesting arrangement minimizes the packing material required and reduces packing costs while maintaining a simple folding mechanism
Solution Approach 2:
The intermediate plate is merged with the supporting frame through movable connection, allowing them to move together as an integrated unit during folding. This combining reduces the overall volume and eliminates the need for separate packaging of the intermediate plate, thereby reducing packing costs
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively reduces storage volume in the folded state, maintains high storage capacity in the usage state, and lowers packing and handling costs by allowing the components to fit closely together, enhancing convenience and efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
the plurality of first supporting rods and the plurality of second supporting rods are connected to the chassis and rotatable relative to the chassis
Implementation Method 2
The at least one intermediate plate is capable of rotating until to a position adjacent to the first folding mechanism and/or the second folding mechanism
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a storage system, which includes a chassis, a supporting frame and at least one intermediate plate movably connected to the supporting frame. The supporting frame includes a first folding mechanism connected to the chassis and a second folding mechanism. The intermediate plate is capable of rotating along with the first folding mechanism and/or the second folding mechanism. The first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism can move close to the chassis through a space, so that the storage system is switched to the folded state.