Doors including customizable and removable storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional storage methods often overlook the space inside doors, failing to provide concealed and space-efficient solutions while maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the door panels.
Innovation Solution
A modular insert system designed to fit within door cavities, featuring a frame with movable top and base panels, secure affixation means, and customizable support structures, allowing for flexible and secure storage while maintaining the door's appearance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional storage methods are used (hanging arrangements on back of doors), then storage functionality is provided, but the aesthetic integrity and integrity of the door panel is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The storage insert is nested within a cavity formed in the door panel itself. The insert fits into a recessed space that is integrated into the door's structure, allowing the storage function to be contained within the door without protruding or compromising the external appearance and integrity of the door panel.
Solution Approach 2:
The door panel is segmented to create a cavity that houses the storage insert. By dividing the door structure into sections (front panel, cavity, back panel), the design allows storage functionality to be embedded within the door without affecting the overall aesthetic integrity of the door's exterior surface.
2Volume of moving object
If the door cavity is utilized for storage, then space utilization is maximized, but the complexity of door structure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The door structure is designed with a universal cavity format that can accommodate various storage inserts with different configurations (with or without support structures, different sizes). This multi-functional approach allows the same basic door structure to serve multiple storage needs without requiring complex customizations for each storage requirement.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage insert is designed to be removable and interchangeable, allowing the storage configuration to be dynamically adjusted based on user needs. The insert can be easily installed or removed from the door cavity without requiring complex structural modifications, maintaining simplicity while providing flexibility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If modular inserts with support structures are installed, then storage versatility is improved, but the manufacturing complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The storage system is segmented into separate components: the basic insert structure and optional support structures. These can be manufactured independently and then assembled, allowing for simplified production of each component while providing versatility through combination. Users can choose inserts with or without support structures based on their specific needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The insert is designed as a universal base structure that can function with or without additional support structures. This universal design allows the same basic component to serve multiple storage configurations, reducing the need to manufacture entirely different components for different storage needs, thereby simplifying manufacturing while maintaining versatility.
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AI summary
A modular insert useful for storing one or more objects, designed and configured to inset within a door having one or more cavities. The modular insert includes a frame having a plurality of walls and a top panel movably affixed to the frame. Some of the walls have apertures to receive wing nuts, screws, bolts, quick release and push-pull pins to secure the modular insert to an interior support structure of the door. Also provided is a door suitable for receiving one or more modular inserts. The door has a plurality of stiles and rails, wherein the stiles and rails form one or more cavities.