Integrated Container Apparatus Handling Complexity
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional container holders are complex to handle due to the need to move and connect them with various processing stations and apparatuses for different processes, requiring frequent configuration of control systems.
Innovation Solution
A compact container apparatus with a holder, integrated valves, pumps, and a control system mounted on a frame, allowing for simplified handling and operation as a single process unit, reducing the need for multiple connections and configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional container holders are used with separate processing stations, then each process can be performed with dedicated apparatuses, but the handling becomes very complicated and requires frequent movement and connection of the container holder to different stations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple processing apparatuses (mixing device, filter, tempering device, weighing device) into a single integrated container holder system. All these functions are performed within one unified structure rather than requiring separate processing stations, thereby eliminating the need to move the container holder between different stations while maintaining full process versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The container holder is designed as a multi-functional unit that can perform mixing, filtration, tempering, weighing, and storage operations within a single device. This universal design allows the container holder to replace multiple specialized apparatuses, providing adaptability for different processes without requiring external connections or movement to different stations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the container holder is moved to different processing stations for each process, then the required apparatuses can be connected, but the configuration of control apparatus must be repeated at every station
Solution Approach 1:
The control apparatus for all processing functions (mixing, filtration, tempering, weighing) is integrated into a single control unit within the container holder. This eliminates the need for separate control apparatus at each processing station, reducing configuration effort and complexity while maintaining the ability to perform multiple processes.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate apparatuses are used for different processes, then each function can be optimized, but the overall system requires more connections and is harder to monitor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates mixing, filtration, tempering, and weighing functions into a single container holder unit with internal connections between components. This eliminates the need for external connections between separate apparatuses, reducing the overall number of connections required while maintaining all necessary process functionalities.
Solution Approach 2:
The unified container holder design allows all processes to be performed within one device with centralized control and monitoring, reducing the complexity of inter-apparatus connections while maintaining the ability to perform multiple optimized functions through integrated components.
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a container device (1), comprising: a container receiving portion (4) for receiving a container; at least one valve (6) for controlling a flow of fluid in a fluid line connected to said container; a pump device (8) for generating a conveyor pressure of the fluid in the fluid line; a control device (10) which can be connected to the valve (6) and/or the pump device (8) in order to control the valve (6) and/or pump device (8); and a frame (2) which supports said container receiving portion (4), valve (6), pump device (8) and control device (10).