Modular Reconfigurable Bag Structure for Multi-Occasion Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bags and purses do not easily convert between different types, such as daytime bags, computer bags, and evening clutches, requiring multiple bags for various occasions, which is inconvenient and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A reconfigurable bag composed of multiple pieces that can be coupled and uncoupled to form different types and sizes of bags or purses using connectors, zippers, and other fasteners, allowing easy conversion between forms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate bags are carried for different occasions, then the versatility and adaptability are improved, but the device complexity and storage space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single bag system that can perform multiple functions - serving as a large daytime purse, computer bag, or evening clutch through reconfigurable components. The modular design with interchangeable parts allows one bag to replace multiple specialized bags, directly resolving the contradiction between versatility and complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The bag is divided into separable modules including detachable side panels, removable bottom portions, and interchangeable flaps. This segmentation enables the bag to be reconfigured into different forms by assembling and disassembling components, allowing versatility without requiring multiple complete bags.
2Volume of moving object
If a large daytime purse is used for all occasions, then the storage capacity is improved, but the appropriateness for evening events deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The bag incorporates dynamic, changeable features including detachable side panels that can be removed to reduce volume, and interchangeable flaps that change the bag's aesthetic appearance. This allows the same base structure to adapt its volume and style dynamically to suit different occasions, resolving the contradiction between capacity and appropriateness.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent allows extraction of non-essential components like side panels and decorative flaps from the main bag structure. By removing these elements, the bag transforms from a large daytime purse into a compact evening clutch, maintaining versatility while preserving the option for full capacity when needed.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the bag structure is made complex to accommodate multiple configurations, then the versatility is improved, but the ease of operation and reconfiguration deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the bag into standardized modular components with consistent connection mechanisms, the patent simplifies reconfiguration operations. Each module can be independently attached or detached using uniform interfaces, making the reconfiguration process straightforward despite the multiple possible configurations, thus resolving the contradiction between versatility and ease of operation.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention relate to a reconfigurable bag which can form a variety of bags, handbags and purses. With all of the demands of busy lives, women today need to have a variety of bags and purses. Women need a clutch for evening use, a large purse for taking to work, a smaller purse for daytime outings, and a briefcase or computer bag. A reconfigurable bag as disclosed herein would help to eliminate these issues by providing a bag that can be converted to a variety of bags and purses.