Panel Transport Cart With Rotating Supports for Large Wall Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wall panels are large and cumbersome, making efficient transportation and reassembly challenging, and there is a need for cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions that maintain aesthetic appeal and facilitate easy movement.
Innovation Solution
A cart with a tray and support assemblies is designed to transport wall panels, featuring rotating cross members and stack supports that allow panels to be securely held and easily moved, eliminating the need for separate joiners and reducing material use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If wall panels are made large to extend from floor to ceiling, then the aesthetic quality and functionality of the wall system is improved, but the ease of transportation and handling deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The cart is divided into modular components including a base, multiple support assemblies, and adjustable panel supports. Each support assembly can be independently positioned and adjusted, allowing the cart itself to be segmented for easier transportation while maintaining the ability to support large wall panels during installation
2Reliability
If separate joiners are used to interlock wall panels, then the structural integrity and reliability of the wall system is improved, but the device complexity and material usage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cart combines multiple functions into a single integrated structure: the base provides stability, the support assemblies provide both structural support and positioning, and the panel supports directly hold the wall panels. This merging eliminates the need for separate joiners and fastening mechanisms, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining structural integrity during transportation and installation
3Strength
If more materials are used to create robust wall panels and joiners, then the strength and durability of the wall system is improved, but the cost and environmental impact increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cart's support assemblies serve multiple functions: they provide structural support for heavy wall panels, enable easy positioning and adjustment, facilitate safe transportation, and allow for quick assembly and disassembly. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional specialized components and materials, thereby reducing overall material usage and environmental impact while maintaining panel strength and system durability
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 cart enables efficient and reliable assembly and disassembly of wall systems while minimizing material usage and maintaining aesthetic quality, facilitating easy transportation and reusability of wall components.
Implementation Method 1
A first cross member is rotatably coupled between the first wall and the second wall
Implementation Method 2
A plurality of wheels is coupled to the tray
Data Source
AI summary
A cart includes a tray having a base having a first edge having a first wall extending therefrom and a second edge opposite the first edge having second wall extending therefrom. A plurality of wheels is coupled to the tray. A first support assembly includes a first cross member rotatably coupled between the first wall and the second wall and adjacent to a second edge. The first support assembly includes a first panel support coupled to the first cross member and a first stack support coupled to the first cross member. A second support assembly includes a second cross member rotatably coupled between the first wall and the second wall and adjacent to a fourth edge. The second support assembly includes a second panel support coupled to the second cross member and a second stack support coupled to the second cross member.