Portable Assembly Bed Kit for Modular Bunk and Single Bed Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing collapsible bed systems are limited to single bed functionality and are difficult to transport due to complex and cumbersome components.
Innovation Solution
A portable kit comprising two carry bags with cooperable construction components, including heavy-duty assembly discs and tubular frame members, that can be assembled into a double-decker bed or two single beds, with flexible foot lockers and accessories for easy storage and transport.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a collapsible bed is designed for single bed functionality, then the structure is simpler, but the adaptability and versatility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The bed assembly is designed with universal components that can be configured in multiple ways - either as a single bed or as a double-decker bed with two single beds. The frame members, discs, and connecting elements are standardized to work in both configurations, allowing one set of components to serve multiple functions and adapt to different spatial and usage requirements
2Strength
If bed components are made heavy duty with reinforcing ribs, then the strength and reliability are improved, but the weight and transport difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The bed components are divided into modular segments including frame members, discs, foot lockers, and bedding components that can be separately assembled and disassembled. This segmentation allows the heavy-duty reinforcing ribs to be concentrated only where structurally necessary in the disc components, while other parts remain lighter, and enables distribution of weight during transport across multiple carry bags rather than one large heavy unit
3Ease of operation
If components are pre-assembled in carry bags, then the ease of transport and assembly are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The kit components are pre-assembled and pre-organized in carry bags before deployment. The frame members are pre-connected to discs where applicable, foot lockers are pre-assembled, and all components are arranged in the carry bags in the sequence needed for assembly. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for users to organize components during setup, allowing them to simply unpack and assemble in the indicated sequence, greatly simplifying the user operation despite the organizational complexity in the kit design
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AI summary
A kit for a portable assembly bed includes an operable carry bag having retaining elements disposed on the inside of the bag with bed construction removably retained by the retaining elements. The kits provide co-operable construction components including reinforced discs and tubular frame members for an assembled double-decker bed or two single beds, and at lease one foldable foot locker and an accessories pouch. The portable construction when assembled provides a complete double-decker cot with storage.