Modular ISO Container with Vertical Stacking for Logistics
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Solution Overview
Problem
ISO standard containers are often too large for certain applications, limiting their use and requiring specialized vehicles, which are costly and inefficient to transport, especially for military or emergency services.
Innovation Solution
Designing modular containers with dimensions equivalent to a 10-foot ISO standard container, allowing modules to be combined to form assemblies that can be transported using standard ISO container vehicles, with features like double-leaf doors and forklift pockets for easy handling and customization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If ISO standard containers are used, then standardized handling and transport are enabled, but the volume is too large for many applications
Solution Approach 1:
The container is divided into modular units that can be independently handled and transported. Each module has standardized dimensions that allow them to be used individually or combined, providing flexibility for different application requirements while maintaining compatibility with existing transport infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from traditional horizontal arrangement of containers to vertical stacking configuration. By arranging modules vertically one above another, the solution utilizes the vertical dimension to create compact storage units that fit within standard vehicle heights while maintaining ISO standard compatibility.
2Volume of stationary object
If smaller storage units are used, then application-specific volume requirements are met, but specialized vehicles are required
Solution Approach 1:
The modular container design is designed to be universally transportable using existing ISO standard container vehicles. The modules can be stacked vertically to create various configurations that fit within standard vehicle load capacities, eliminating the need for specialized transport vehicles while meeting different volume requirements.
3Stability of the object's composition
If modules are firmly connected to form a module assembly, then transport stability is improved, but flexibility for individual handling is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The container system is segmented into independent modules that can be handled individually when needed, while also being capable of forming stable assemblies when connected. The modular design allows for selective connection based on transport requirements, providing both individual handling capability and assembly stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system between modules is designed to be dynamic rather than fixed. Modules can be connected or disconnected based on operational needs, allowing the system to transition between individual handling mode and assembled transport mode. This dynamic connectivity provides flexibility while maintaining stability when connected.
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AI summary
The container has modules (10) connected with one another in a fixed manner for formation of a module interconnection with dimensions of an international standards organization standard container. The modules exhibit side walls, a base, a cover, and retaining units (12), that are arranged at a base frame (11). The retaining units are arranged at edges of the base frame for taking up connecting devices. The side walls of the module comprise a door that is designed as double-leaf door, and an electric current unit is arranged in an inner side of the module.