Multi-pattern Carryall System with Segmented Bodies

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing decorative fashion carryalls lack the ability to be quickly and efficiently changed between multiple patterns without transferring contents, failing to provide a simple and practical solution for users to customize their appearance.

Innovation Solution

A multi-pattern carryall system comprising a larger and smaller carryall body, each with multiple exterior surfaces featuring different patterns, allowing for reconfiguration by unclasping and flipping to display various pattern combinations, enabling users to select desired patterns for visibility when worn.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If multiple decorative patterns are provided on separate carryalls, then pattern variety is improved, but the time and effort required to switch patterns by transferring contents increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepattern varietyVSAvoidtime to switch patterns
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The carryall system is divided into separable components (first and second carryalls) that can be independently configured with different patterns. Each carryall maintains its own contents, allowing patterns to be switched by detaching and reattaching components rather than transferring contents between carryalls.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The carryall system incorporates detachable connections that allow dynamic reconfiguration of the assembly. Users can quickly attach and detach carryalls to switch between different pattern combinations without permanent fixed configurations, enabling rapid adaptation to different aesthetic preferences.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If a single carryall has multiple patterns, then pattern variety is improved, but the structural complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepattern varietyVSAvoidstructural complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Instead of complicating a single carryall structure to include multiple patterns, the invention segments the carryall into separate components, each with its own pattern. This maintains simple individual structures while achieving pattern variety through the combination of multiple simple units.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Each carryall component serves as a universal module that can be independently configured with any pattern and combined with other components. This multi-functional approach allows the same basic structure to fulfill multiple aesthetic functions without requiring complex integrated designs.

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

3Adaptability or versatility

If carryalls are made interchangeable with multiple patterns, then customization ability is improved, but the ease of operation decreases due to assembly/disassembly requirements

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecustomization abilityVSAvoidease of reconfiguration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system employs dynamic detachable connections that enable easy assembly and disassembly. The standardized coupling mechanisms allow users to quickly configure different pattern combinations without complex tools or procedures, maintaining ease of operation while enabling extensive customization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The carryalls are pre-configured with attachment features and connection points that simplify the assembly process. Users do not need to perform complex preparation steps; the preliminary design of the connection systems allows for intuitive and rapid customization by simply attaching components in the desired configuration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS10051935B1Multi-pattern purse system
Publication Date: 2018.08.21 DAVISON JILLIAN MARIE
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AI summary

A carryall assembly which can be readily and rapidly altered so a user may select from a plurality of optional decorative fashion patterns. A decorative fashion changeable carryall includes multiple components for collective attachment in order to yield an interchangeable carryall. A carryall body that is larger than another carryall body. The smaller carryall is coupled to the larger carryall. While the carryall system is worn only one side, the outward facing side, of the carryall system may be made completely visible. The smaller carryall when coupled together with the larger carryall overlaps a substantial portion of the second larger carryall. The entire outwardly facing surface of the smaller carryall body is visible but only a portion of the outwardly facing surface of the larger carryall is visible. This outwardly visible portion of the larger carryall and the outwardly facing visible surface of the smaller carryall combine into a dual-pattern distinctive display.