Apparatus, system, and method for a movable assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional beverage container holders in vehicles are ergonomically ineffective, nonadjustable, and fail to securely maintain containers during motion, leading to spills and accidents.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic assembly system comprising a first member with a magnetic attachment and a second member with a magnetic base and attachment portions, allowing removable attachment to any smooth surface via magnetic attraction and additional sealing force from suction cups or vacuum, ensuring secure positioning and easy access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If permanent stationary holders are used in vehicles, then beverage containers can be held in place, but they are ergonomically ineffective, nonadjustable, and fail to securely maintain containers during motion
Solution Approach 1:
The holder transitions from a fixed stationary structure to a movable assembly that can be repositioned along the vehicle window. The magnetic attachment mechanism allows the holder to be dynamically relocated to different positions while maintaining secure attachment, providing both stability during motion and adaptability to user preferences
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is divided into separable components including a first member with magnetic attachment and a second member with the beverage container. This segmentation allows the assembly to be detached and repositioned independently, enabling users to adjust the location while maintaining secure holding capability at each position
2Reliability
If conventional stationary holders are used, then containers can be held, but they lead to spills and unsafe conditions when the vehicle is in motion
Solution Approach 1:
The movable assembly can be dynamically repositioned to optimal ergonomic locations along the window, allowing users to place containers at heights and angles that are comfortable and safe during vehicle motion, thereby improving both stability and ease of operation
Solution Approach 2:
The holder allows changes in positional parameters (location along the window, orientation) to optimize both container stability during motion and ergonomic accessibility, enabling users to adjust to different driving conditions and preferences
3Reliability
If permanent stationary holders are used, then containers can be secured, but they are nonadjustable to match user preferences
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic attachment system enables dynamic repositioning of the holder along the window while maintaining reliable container holding capability at each position, allowing users to adjust to their preferences without compromising security
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic attachment mechanism provides universal applicability across different window locations, allowing the same holder design to function securely at multiple positions while adapting to various user preferences and vehicle configurations
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides a secure, adjustable, and ergonomic solution for maintaining beverage containers in vehicles during motion, preventing spills and accidents while allowing easy attachment and detachment for user convenience.
Implementation Method 1
The second member is removably attachable to the first member via magnetic attraction between the first and second magnetic members
Implementation Method 2
forming a seal between the at least one attachment portion and the attachment surface based on pressing the at least one attachment portion against the attachment surface
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus has a first member, a second member that is removably attachable to the first member, a first magnetic member attached to the first member, a second magnetic member attached to the second member, and at least one attachment portion disposed on the second member. When the first member is removably attached to the second member, a surface of the first member bears against a first surface of the second member. The at least one attachment portion is disposed on a second surface of the second member. The first surface and the second surface are disposed on opposite sides of the second member. The second member is removably attachable to the first member via magnetic attraction between the first and second magnetic members.