Folding Fireproof Storage Box with Composite Insulation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current storage solutions for important documents and valuables lack fireproof functions, leading to damage during frequent fire accidents, as existing products do not provide adequate protection against high temperatures and open flames.

Innovation Solution

A folding storage box with a multilayer composite structure comprising outer and inner fireproof cloths, heat-insulating cotton, and auxiliary forming plates, integrated using high-temperature-resistant materials and sewing, along with a code lock and buffer springs for enhanced protection and stability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If conventional storage boxes are used, then the storage box is simple and inexpensive, but it lacks fireproof function and documents/valuables are destroyed in fire accidents

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefireproof functionVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The storage box employs a composite structure consisting of outer fireproof cloth, heat-insulating cotton layer, and inner fireproof cloth. This multi-layer composite material design provides fireproof and heat-insulating functions while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure. The fireproof cloth layers resist direct flame contact, and the heat-insulating cotton prevents heat transmission to stored items.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The storage box body is designed as a foldable structure with multiple panels connected by hinges, allowing the box to be folded into a compact state for storage or transport and expanded to a rigid box shape for use. This segmentation enables the box to transition between states without requiring complex disassembly or assembly mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If a rigid fireproof box is used, then fireproof function is provided, but the box cannot be folded for compact storage or transport

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefoldable capabilityVSAvoidstructural strength
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The storage box utilizes hinges at the connections between panels, allowing the structure to dynamically transition between folded and unfolded states. The hinges maintain structural integrity during transformation and provide stable support when the box is in its rigid box configuration, enabling both compact storage and adequate structural strength.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Reliability

If thick fireproof materials are used, then fire resistance is improved, but the box becomes bulky and heavy

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefire resistanceVSAvoidbox size
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The fireproof and heat-insulating function is achieved through a multi-layer composite structure with optimized thickness for each layer. The outer and inner fireproof cloth layers provide flame resistance, while the heat-insulating cotton layer in between prevents heat transmission. This composite design achieves adequate fire protection with minimal overall thickness, avoiding bulkiness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

4Adaptability or versatility

If the storage box is made foldable, then compact storage is enabled, but the sealing and protection capability may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefoldable capabilityVSAvoidsealing capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The storage box includes a code lock mechanism that locks the zipper before opening, ensuring the box is securely sealed during transport or storage. This preliminary locking action prevents accidental opening and maintains sealing integrity, while the foldable structure remains functional for compact storage when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

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 provides effective fireproof and heat-insulating functions, resisting temperatures up to 1000°C, preventing damage from open flames, controlling fire spread, and ensuring the safety of stored items, while also being waterproof and moisture-proof, reducing fire accidents and protecting valuable items.

Implementation Method 1

heat-insulating cotton

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectThermal Insulation: Thermal Insulation

Implementation Method 2

buffer springs

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Implementation Method 3

buffer springs can effectively offset the vibration of the folding storage box body

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectVibration: Vibration

Data Source

PatentUS20210188520A1Storage box having fireproof and heat-insulating functions
Publication Date: 2021.06.24 SHENZHEN YIHUAXING TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure discloses a storage box having fireproof and heat-insulating functions, and relates to the field of storage boxes. The storage box having fireproof and heat-insulating functions includes a folding storage box body provided with a code lock, where the folding storage box body is provided with a box cover, the box cover matches the folding storage box body, a top cover is arranged above the folding storage box body, a same zipper is sewn on the folding storage box body and the top cover, and two zipper heads are movably installed on the zipper.