Modular Wall Storage Crosspiece Mounting for Easy Reconfiguration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional storage systems are bulky, difficult to install, and not modular, making them tedious to assemble and reconfigure, especially in spaces with limited real estate where storage needs are increasing.

Innovation Solution

A modular storage installation system featuring a structure with parallel upper and lower crosspieces that allows for easy attachment and detachment of storage accessories using a removably hooked fixing device, enabling quick configuration changes and customization without tools.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional storage systems are used, then storage capacity is provided, but installation difficulty and lack of modularity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovemodularityVSAvoidinstallation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The storage system is divided into modular components: a fixed structure with crosspieces and removable storage accessories with fixing devices. This segmentation allows independent assembly and disassembly of storage units from the main structure, enabling easy reconfiguration and adaptation to different storage needs without complex installation procedures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The structure with standardized crosspieces can accommodate multiple types of storage accessories through universal fixing devices. The same crosspiece design works with various storage accessories, providing multi-functionality and adaptability while maintaining simple, consistent installation procedures across different storage configurations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If storage accessories are made removable, then modularity and reconfigurability improve, but attachment reliability may decrease

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovereconfigurabilityVSAvoidattachment reliability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The fixing device incorporates a dynamic two-stage attachment mechanism: initial engagement of the upper end part with the upper crosspiece provides immediate removable attachment, while subsequent engagement of the lower end part with the lower crosspiece through pivoting provides enhanced stabilization. This dynamic process allows the system to transition from a simple engagement state to a more secure stabilized state while maintaining overall removability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The lower end part of the fixing device acts as an intermediary element that connects the storage accessory to the lower crosspiece. This intermediary component provides additional attachment points and stabilization, enhancing the reliability of the removable connection without compromising the ability to detach and reconfigure the system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Ease of operation

If assembly is simplified for ease of installation, then installation time decreases, but customization capability may be limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of installationVSAvoidcustomization capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system segments storage accessories into standardized units with uniform fixing devices that attach to standardized crosspieces. This segmentation enables simple, tool-free installation of individual units while maintaining the ability to customize the overall storage configuration by selecting and arranging different accessory types according to user needs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system allows customization through parameter changes in the arrangement and configuration of modular units rather than through complex assembly procedures. Users can customize storage by varying the number, position, and type of storage accessories on the standardized structure, maintaining ease of installation while achieving diverse customization options.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentEP3264945B1Modular storage facility
Publication Date: 2018.11.14 CIE EURO
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AI summary

The invention relates to a storage facility (10) comprising: a structure (100) to be secured to a vertical wall (M), comprising at least one first upper crosspiece (124a) and at least one first lower crosspiece (126a) which are parallel to each other; and at least one storage accessory (200) arranged so as to be mounted on the structure (100) in a detachable manner, said storage accessory comprising an attachment device arranged so as to be detachably hooked onto the structure, said attachment device having an upper end part designed so as to cooperate with an upper part of the first upper crosspiece (124a), and a lower end part designed so as to cooperate with the first lower crosspiece.