Pivoting Aperture Mechanism for Secure Object Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing motor vehicle storage devices are unable to securely hold larger objects, such as beverage containers, without being oversized or tipping, limiting their functionality and stability.
Innovation Solution
A device with a holding unit and a pivotable panel that, when extended, creates a receptacle for objects, combined with a receiving element having multiple sections for functional elements, allowing secure holding of various sizes and shapes, including beverage containers and tablet PCs, using a gear arrangement to translate displacement into pivoting motion.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If storage trays are used to hold objects, then objects can be stored within the vehicle, but larger objects such as beverage containers cannot be securely held without tipping over
Solution Approach 1:
The aperture is designed to pivot dynamically based on the extension state of the holding unit. When the holding unit is extended, the aperture automatically pivots to a second position that provides support for larger objects. This dynamic adjustment allows the same structure to adapt to different storage needs while maintaining object stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The solution adds a rotational dimension to the aperture, transforming it from a static panel to a multi-position component. By introducing the pivoting motion, the aperture can orient itself at different angles to provide appropriate support surfaces for various object sizes and shapes, thereby enhancing both versatility and reliability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the device is extended to hold larger objects, then storage capacity increases, but the device size must increase or objects risk tipping
Solution Approach 1:
Rather than increasing the physical size of the device to accommodate larger objects, the aperture dynamically changes its orientation through pivoting. This allows the compact device structure to provide extended support surfaces when needed, maintaining small device volume while increasing storage adaptability.
3Reliability
If the aperture is fixed in position, then the device structure is simple, but it cannot provide support for larger objects when extended
Solution Approach 1:
The aperture is pivotally mounted on the holding unit, enabling it to switch between a first position (when retracted) and a second position (when extended). This simple pivotal mechanism provides the necessary support functionality for larger objects while adding minimal structural complexity compared to fixed designs.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure and versatile storage of different objects within a compact space, preventing tipping and providing additional support for larger items, while maintaining a homogeneous appearance with the vehicle's interior.
Implementation Method 1
the aperture is pivotably arranged on the holding unit and can be pivoted by moving the holding unit out of the receiving space
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AI summary
A device for holding objects is described which has at least one holding unit (60), a cover (18) coupled to the holding unit (60), and a receiving element (70) mounted rotatably in the holding unit (60). The holding unit (60) is arranged displaceably in a receiving compartment, wherein the receiving element (70) has at least two sections into which functional elements (80; 90; 100) are inserted. The functional elements (80; 90; 100) are designed for receiving and/or for holding objects, and the cover (18) is arranged pivotably on the holding unit (60). By displacement of the holding unit (60) out of the receiving compartment, the cover (18) can be pivoted.