Movable Securing Element for Cargo Load Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing load securing devices for vehicles, such as trailers, inadequately secure loads of varying dimensions, particularly during accidents or uneven road conditions, as they cannot fully adapt to the load's dimensions and ensure its stability.
Innovation Solution
A device with a securing element that can move from an edge region of the cargo space towards its center, allowing it to be positioned within the cargo space to securely hold loads of different dimensions, using a lattice structure and adjustable arms with a hydraulic drive for efficient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If side walls are used to secure loads, then the loading space can be accessed for loading and unloading, but the load cannot be reliably secured against detachment in the event of an accident
Solution Approach 1:
The side wall is divided into a first part (fixed to the vehicle) and a second part (movable securing element). The securing element can be moved independently from the main side wall structure, allowing it to be positioned inside the cargo space to reliably secure loads while the first part remains available for providing access during loading and unloading operations.
2Ease of operation
If the securing element is positioned at the edge region of the cargo space, then the loading space is accessible, but the load cannot be adapted to different dimensions
Solution Approach 1:
The securing element is designed to be movable along the side wall structure, transitioning between a first position at the edge region (providing access) and a second position inside the cargo space (securing the load). This dynamic positioning capability allows the same structure to serve both accessibility and load adaptation functions for loads of varying dimensions.
3Reliability
If the securing element is moved into the cargo space, then the load can be securely held, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The movable securing element is integrated with the side wall structure, merging the functions of structural support and load securing into a single unified system. The securing element utilizes the side wall's structural framework while adding only the necessary movable components, thereby achieving reliable load securing without proportionally increasing overall device complexity.
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 device reliably secures loads by adapting to their dimensions, preventing undesired movement during transport, ensuring road safety and compliance with traffic regulations by maintaining the load's position even in adverse conditions.
Implementation Method 1
using a lattice structure and adjustable arms with a hydraulic drive for efficient operation
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device (1) for laterally securing a load (40) in a cargo space (70) of a vehicle (3), in particular a trailer, comprising the cargo space (70) and at least one securing element for securing the load (40) in the cargo space (70). The securing element is movable from a first position to a second position for holding the load (40), the second position of the securing element being located within the cargo space (70). The securing element is movable from an edge region of the cargo space (70) inwards towards the center of the cargo space (70) into the second position of the securing element. The invention further relates to a method for securing a load (40) in a cargo space (70) of a vehicle (3) with a device (1) for securing a load (40) in a cargo space (70).