Modular Side Plate Fixture for Expandable Building Block Storage Racks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional placement racks have a fixed storage space that cannot be adjusted to accommodate varying sizes of building block containers, limiting their usability.
Innovation Solution
An expandable side plate fixture is designed with interconnected side plates and screw members, allowing for easy assembly and increased storage capacity by connecting multiple fixtures to create a larger rack structure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional fixed side plates are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the storage space cannot be adjusted according to practical requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The side plate is divided into multiple modular components: a base plate, multiple extension plates, and connecting pieces. Each extension plate can be independently attached to the base plate or to other extension plates, allowing the side plate length to be segmented and reconfigured based on storage needs. This segmentation enables adaptability without requiring a completely different structure for each size requirement.
Solution Approach 2:
The side plate structure transitions from a fixed, static design to a dynamic, adjustable configuration. Users can add or remove extension plates and adjust their positions along the base plate to dynamically change the rack's dimensions. The connection mechanism allows for easy assembly and disassembly, making the structure adaptable to changing storage requirements over time.
2Volume of stationary object
If multiple side plate fixtures are assembled to increase storage space, then the storage capacity increases, but the assembly process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple side plate fixtures are merged into a unified rack structure through standardized connection interfaces. The base plates of adjacent fixtures connect to each other, as do the extension plates, creating a continuous side plate assembly. This merging allows multiple fixtures to work together as a single integrated unit, increasing storage volume while maintaining assembly simplicity through consistent connection methods across all components.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection mechanism serves multiple functions: it joins the base plate to extension plates, connects extension plates to each other, and links adjacent side plate fixtures together. This universal connection system uses the same slots, protrusions, and fastening methods throughout, making the assembly process straightforward regardless of the number of fixtures being combined. The multi-functionality of the connection interface simplifies the overall assembly process.
3Area of stationary object
If extension plates are added to increase side plate length, then the storage space increases, but the number of components increases
Solution Approach 1:
Extension plates are designed to nest along the base plate in a hierarchical arrangement. The base plate serves as the primary structure, with extension plates attached to it and to each other in sequence, creating a nested configuration. This nesting allows multiple components to occupy a compact space when not in use and can be extended linearly when storage space is needed, efficiently managing the quantity of components while maximizing the achievable side plate area.
Data Source
AI summary
A side plate fixture includes a plurality of sides plates and a plurality of screw members. Each of the sides plates has a plate body which has a first end provided with a projection and a second end provided with a recess. The projection is provided with a slot and a plurality of through holes. The recess is provided with an insertion piece and a plurality of screw holes. The sides plates are arranged linearly. When two adjacent sides plates are assembled, the projection is inserted into the recess, the insertion piece is inserted into the slot, and the through holes correspond to the screw holes. The screw members extend through the through holes and are screwed into the screw holes, to connect and secure any two adjacent sides plates.