Modular Hollow Frame Assembly for Reconfigurable Package Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional furniture and containers with fixed outer shapes are inflexible and cannot be easily rearranged to meet diverse user requirements for layout and functionality.
Innovation Solution
A modular assembled frame structure comprising a hollow frame with multiple assembling openings and detachable covers, which can be easily assembled and disassembled, allowing for various configurations and attachments of plug-ins, engaging parts, and magnetic connections to create a multi-function package module.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional furniture and containers with fixed outer shapes are used, then structural stability is maintained, but flexibility and adaptability for different purposes are lost
Solution Approach 1:
The frame structure is divided into multiple detachable covers that can be independently assembled and disassembled from the hollow frame through assembling openings. Each cover can be removed and replaced with different covers to change the functionality and appearance of the frame, enabling diverse arrangements and purposes while maintaining structural stability through the consistent hollow frame body
Solution Approach 2:
The hollow frame serves as a universal base structure that can accommodate multiple different covers with various functions. The standard assembling openings allow different types of covers (with different shapes, colors, and functionalities) to be attached to the same frame, making the frame adaptable for different purposes while maintaining its stable structural composition
2Ease of operation
If fixed outer shape furniture is used, then manufacturing simplicity is maintained, but ease of reconfiguration and assembly flexibility are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The structure is segmented into a hollow frame and multiple detachable covers with assembling openings. The covers can be easily attached and removed through these openings without complex tools or procedures, providing ease of assembly and disassembly. The modular design allows users to reconfigure the frame by simply detaching and reattaching covers
Solution Approach 2:
The hollow frame with standardized assembling openings serves as a universal platform that can work with various covers. This universality simplifies the assembly process as the same frame can accommodate different covers without requiring different assembly mechanisms, reducing operational complexity despite the modular nature
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The modular frame structure provides flexibility and ease of assembly, enabling users to customize the arrangement and functionality according to their needs, enhancing usability and adaptability.
Implementation Method 1
the hollow frame includes a plurality of magnetic sensitive members located in the first assembling openings. Each cover includes a plurality of magnetic members. When each cover is detachably assembled to the hollow frame through the corresponding first assembling opening, the magnetic members of the each cover respectively attract the magnetic sensitive members located in the corresponding first assembling opening
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AI summary
An assembled frame structure including a hollow frame and a plurality of covers is provided. The hollow frame has a plurality of first assembling openings. The covers are detachably assembled to the hollow frame through the first assembling openings respectively, so as to form the assembled frame structure into a multi-function package module.