Foldable Truck Bed Storage Box for Space-Saving Cargo Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing truck storage containers often consume a significant portion of the cargo bed space and are difficult to remove, limiting their adoption due to space constraints.
Innovation Solution
A foldable storage device for trucks that can be easily converted from a storage configuration to a folded configuration, allowing for optimal use of cargo bed space when not in use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a storage box is mounted to extend over the sides of the cargo bed, then storage capacity is improved, but cargo bed space is reduced by 25 to 30 percent
Solution Approach 1:
The storage box is designed with a movable mounting system that allows it to be positioned in different configurations. The box can be mounted to extend over the sides of the cargo bed when storage capacity is needed, and can be repositioned or removed when maximum cargo bed space is required, making the system dynamic rather than static
Solution Approach 2:
The storage box system is divided into separable components that can be independently positioned or removed. The mounting mechanism allows the box to be detached from specific locations on the cargo bed, enabling flexible reconfiguration based on space requirements
2Reliability
If a storage box is attached in a manner that is not conducive to easy removal, then mounting stability is improved, but ease of removal deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system transitions from a static, permanent attachment to a dynamic, adjustable mounting mechanism. The box can be securely mounted when needed but easily repositioned or removed when not needed, allowing the system to adapt between stability and ease of removal based on operational requirements
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting mechanism allows changes in attachment parameters such as mounting position, attachment strength, and configuration. These parameters can be adjusted to provide secure mounting during storage operations while enabling easy removal when the box is not needed
Data Source
AI summary
The current invention is a storage device for the back of a pickup truck. The storage device generally includes a bottom panel, a back panel, a first side panel, a second side panel and a top panel. Further, the back panel is movably coupled to the top panel. The device can have a securing mechanism to secure the storage device to the trunk