Magnet Holder for Vials Using Segmented Base and Ferrous Intermediary
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing container holders are not easily handled and do not efficiently accommodate and organize vials and similar containers, leading to difficulties in storage and handling, especially in environments like dental technology laboratories.
Innovation Solution
A container holder with a U-shaped base and a non-ferrous receiving part containing magnets, allowing for easy attachment and organization of vials and other objects, with a ferrous metal apex on the closure part for secure magnetic holding without unintended attraction, and an anti-slip coating for stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing container holders are used, then containers can be stored, but handling and organization efficiency is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into a U-shaped base part and a separate receiving part that closes the opening. This segmentation allows the receiving part to be optimized for magnetic holding while the base provides structural support, improving both handling ease and storage efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
A ferrous metal layer is introduced as an intermediary between the non-ferrous receiving part and the containers. This intermediary enables magnetic attraction to containers while the receiving part itself remains non-magnetic, solving the contradiction between material properties and magnetic holding capability.
2Reliability
If magnets are integrated into the holder, then containers can be securely held, but material selection becomes constrained
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into a U-shaped base part and a separate receiving part that closes the opening. This segmentation allows the receiving part to be optimized for magnetic holding while the base provides structural support, improving both handling ease and storage efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
A ferrous metal layer is introduced as an intermediary between the non-ferrous receiving part and the containers. This intermediary enables magnetic attraction to containers while the receiving part itself remains non-magnetic, solving the contradiction between material properties and magnetic holding capability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the receiving part is made of non-ferrous material, then it is not magnetically reactive, but it cannot directly attract containers
Solution Approach 1:
A ferrous metal layer is introduced as an intermediary between the non-ferrous receiving part and the containers. This intermediary enables magnetic attraction to containers while the receiving part itself remains non-magnetic, solving the contradiction between material properties and magnetic holding capability.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy handling and secure storage of containers and tools, maintaining cleanliness and organization, with precise placement and easy retrieval, suitable for dental technology and similar applications.
Implementation Method 1
The receiving part includes at least one magnet. The magnet is arranged on the side of the receiving part which is directed downwards towards the U-shaped bottom part. A ferrous metal is integrated at the apex of the closure part of the containers provided.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a container holder (1) consisting of a U-shaped bottom part (5) and a holding part (6), which closes the opening of the U-shaped bottom part and has a magnet. A container (2), which can be fastened to the first side (7) of the holding part (6) facing the U-shaped bottom part and which has a filling amount of up to 50 ml consists of a vial (3) and a closure part (4), in which an iron-based metal is arranged.