Modular Vehicle Fixing Profiles for Flexible Add-On Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
The production and assembly of refuse collection vehicles are costly due to the need for individually manufactured connections between different bodies and attachments, leading to increased costs and storage requirements.
Innovation Solution
A fixing system comprising profiles and adapter pieces that allow for universal attachment of various components to the vehicle body, with profiles providing multiple connection points and adapter pieces designed for specific attachments, enabling flexible and efficient assembly and conversion.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If individually manufactured connections are used for different bodies and attachments, then the specific needs and design requirements are met, but the production costs and storage requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal profile system that can accommodate multiple types of attachments through standardized connection points. The profiles are designed with multiple openings and connection options that allow different attachments to be mounted on the same body using the same profile type, eliminating the need for individually manufactured connections for each attachment-b body combination.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system is divided into modular components: standardized profiles with fixed connection points, and interchangeable attachments that can be mounted on different profiles. This segmentation allows the same profile to serve multiple functions by simply changing the attachment, reducing manufacturing complexity while maintaining versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If individually manufactured connections are used for different bodies and attachments, then the specific needs and design requirements are met, but the storage space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
By creating a universal profile that can accommodate multiple attachment types, the patent dramatically reduces the variety of unique connections that need to be stored. Instead of maintaining inventory for numerous specialized connection types, only standardized profiles and their corresponding attachments need to be stored, significantly reducing storage space requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular system allows attachments to be easily removed and replaced on the same profile. This enables the recovery and reuse of the standardized profile for different attachments, eliminating the need to store multiple specialized connection components for different applications.
3Adaptability or versatility
If individually manufactured connections are used for different attachments, then the specific attachment requirements are met, but the assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The standardized profile with its multiple connection points and openings provides a universal mounting platform that simplifies the assembly process. Attachments can be mounted using the same profile type through standardized connection methods, reducing assembly complexity while still allowing for attachment-specific design requirements to be met through the selection and positioning of appropriate connection points.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a fixing system for a refuse collection vehicle, comprising at least one profile (2) and at least one adapter piece (3) that can be arranged on or in the profile (2). The profile (2) and adapter piece (3) are designed to be arranged on a body (1) of a refuse collection vehicle and to enable the attachment of an add-on part to the body (1). The profile (2) is designed such that different adapter pieces (3) matched to specific add-on parts can be arranged in different positions, so that the adapter pieces (3) form connection points (8) for the add-on part. The invention also relates to a refuse collection vehicle with such a fixing system. The invention enables the simple assembly of different add-on parts on identically designed bodies (1). At the same time, the outlay for storage and logistics is reduced.In addition, it is possible to convert a waste collection vehicle by simply replacing the adapter pieces (3).