Motorcycle Container Coupling Mechanism with Integrated Slide Lock
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing container locking mechanisms for vehicles, particularly motorcycles, are complex and not compact enough, leading to inefficiencies in coupling and uncoupling processes.
Innovation Solution
A coupling/uncoupling system with a simplified mechanism using a slide and spring mechanism, integrated with a single control lock for both coupling and uncoupling and lid operation, allowing quick and compact attachment to a vehicle.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If complex locking mechanisms are used for coupling container to vehicle, then reliability of locking is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the locking and unlocking functions into a single integrated mechanism. The slide component serves dual purposes: it engages with the bracket to lock the container to the vehicle, and its movement controlled by the spring and cam mechanism provides both locking and unlocking actions through one operational motion, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The slide component performs multiple functions within the locking mechanism. It acts as both the locking element that engages with the bracket and the moving component controlled by the spring and cam. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed, simplifying the overall device while ensuring reliable locking and unlocking operations
2Reliability
If traditional locking mechanisms are used for container coupling, then coupling security is improved, but compact size is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a nested arrangement where the cam mechanism is positioned within the space defined by the slide and bracket assembly. The cam rotates within the confines of the existing structure, and the spring is contained within the slide's movement path. This nesting of mechanisms within each other's spatial envelope minimizes the overall volume required for the locking system while maintaining secure coupling functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism utilizes dynamic movement of the slide component along defined paths, with the cam rotating and the spring compressing and expanding during the locking and unlocking cycles. This dynamic operation allows the mechanism to achieve secure locking through controlled motion rather than requiring large static structural elements, enabling compact sizing while maintaining coupling security
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient, simple, and compact coupling and uncoupling of containers to vehicles without excessive complexity, preserving space for objects and integrating lid operation.
Implementation Method 1
a spring mechanism, having a first end connected to the slide and a second end connected to the container body
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AI summary
System for coupling/uncoupling a container (1) with/from a vehicle comprising: a coupling/uncoupling device (2) mountable on said container (1) and configured for coupling/uncoupling the container (1) with/from a vehicle; a fastening bracket (3) of the container (1) mountable on the vehicle and intended to cooperate with the coupling/uncoupling device (15); wherein the coupling/uncoupling device (2) comprises: a supporting slide (5) of an engagement element (6), configured to translate between a coupling limit position, wherein the element (6) is engaged in the bracket (3), and an uncoupling limit position, wherein the element (6) is disengaged from the bracket (3); a movement mechanism (15) structured to cause the translation of the slide between the coupling and uncoupling limit positions; a drive member (26) of the movement mechanism (15), operable by a user.