Collapsible Pet Enclosure Panels With Adjustable Mesh Expansion

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing pet containment systems lack flexibility, portability, and adaptability, particularly in outdoor settings, and often require costly installations or ineffective training methods.

Innovation Solution

A collapsible pet containment system using lightweight, durable materials with adjustable frame panels and flexible mesh, allowing for customizable enclosures through roll extenders and anchoring mechanisms, along with features like carrying cases and accessory attachments.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If fixed fencing is used for pet containment, then pet safety is ensured, but installation cost and time increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvepet safetyVSAvoidinstallation time

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The containment system is divided into multiple modular panels that can be independently assembled and disassembled. Each panel is a self-contained unit with connecting slots and attachment mechanisms, allowing quick assembly without requiring professional installation or permanent structures. This segmentation enables pet owners to quickly deploy containment areas in various outdoor settings.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system transitions from static fixed fencing to a dynamic, reconfigurable structure. Panels can be easily connected, disconnected, and repositioned to create different enclosure shapes and sizes. The collapsible design allows the structure to be deployed and stored in minutes, providing flexibility and adaptability while maintaining pet safety.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If traditional containment systems are used, then pet containment is achieved, but portability and flexibility are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecontainment effectivenessVSAvoidflexibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The panels are designed with universal connecting slots and attachment mechanisms that work across all panel types. The same connection system allows panels to be arranged in various configurations (enclosures, barriers, playpen structures) and adapted to different outdoor environments, making the system highly versatile for various pet containment needs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of operation

If collapsible designs are used for portability, then ease of storage is improved, but structural stability may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestorage convenienceVSAvoidstructural stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The panels utilize composite construction combining rigid frame elements with flexible mesh materials. This composite approach provides both structural integrity for stability and flexibility for portability. The rigid frames maintain shape and strength when assembled, while the flexible mesh allows the structure to be collapsed for storage and adapted to various configurations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

4Weight of moving object

If lightweight materials are used for portability, then ease of transport is improved, but material durability may be reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvepanel weightVSAvoidmaterial durability

Core Design Contradiction:

Weight of moving objectVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The panels employ thin-walled but structurally sound frame elements that provide adequate strength for pet containment while minimizing weight. The flexible mesh material spans between frame elements to provide additional support and containment, allowing the overall structure to be lightweight yet durable enough for outdoor use.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

Data Source

PatentUS20250366440A1Collapsible pet containment system with adjustable panels and roll extenders

Publication Date: 2025.12.04 STRACK MITCHELL

AI summary

A collapsible pet containment system comprising a plurality of rigid frame panels connected by flexible mesh spanning between panel ends. Roll extender attachments with a roll of the mesh material removably connect between adjacent panels via connecting slots, allowing the enclosed area to be adjustable in size and shape. Anchoring mechanisms secure the panels to the ground. The lightweight, durable materials enable easy transport and setup. Additional features include height-adjustable panels, replaceable mesh, corner connectors, and accessory attachment points.