Rack Storage Location Control Under Load Limit Constraints
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing rack systems face challenges in optimizing storage capacity and ensuring stability by adhering to load limits defined by static design standards, which can lead to functional degradation and impaired performance when load limits are exceeded.
Innovation Solution
A method for determining a storage location in a rack system that considers spatial allocation, current load, and weight of load carriers to ensure the load limit is not exceeded, using a control unit to optimize storage location determination based on load limits and mechanical properties of rack components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If load limits according to static design standards are strictly enforced, then rack stability and safety are ensured, but storage capacity utilization is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically determines storage locations by considering the current load distribution across the rack structure. Instead of static load limits applied uniformly, the control unit calculates permissible loads based on the actual spatial arrangement and weight distribution of stored load carriers, enabling flexible utilization of available capacity while maintaining stability
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the parameter approach from fixed load limits to variable load capacity assessment. The control unit evaluates multiple parameters including the weight of individual load carriers, their spatial allocation, and the resulting load distribution on rack components to dynamically adjust permissible storage capacity
2Quantity of substance
If load carriers are stored to maximize storage capacity, then rack utilization is improved, but deformation of rack components occurs and functionality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit performs preliminary calculation of the permissible load for each potential storage location before actual storage occurs. By evaluating the current rack state and computing load-bearing capacity in advance, the system prevents deformation by ensuring that no load carrier is placed in a position that would exceed structural limits
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors the spatial allocation and load distribution in the rack structure, using this feedback information to dynamically adjust storage location recommendations. The control unit processes data about occupied and free storage locations to maintain optimal load distribution and prevent component deformation
3Device complexity
If a simple first-come-first-served storage allocation is used, then the control system is simple, but storage efficiency and load distribution optimization are lost
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit automatically determines optimal storage locations by evaluating load carrier weights and current rack configuration, eliminating the need for manual intervention or complex external optimization systems. The rack system serves itself by autonomously calculating and assigning storage positions that maximize efficiency while maintaining structural integrity
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a method for storing load carriers in a rack (100), wherein a load limit according to a static design is assigned to the rack (100) with respect to the load with load carriers, wherein the rack (100) has fields (200) each with multiple compartments (202), and the compartments (202) each have one or more storage locations (204) for load carriers (206), wherein the method comprises a storage location determination for one or more of the compartments (202) which comprises: receiving a first piece of information regarding the spatial allocation and respective load of storage locations (204) occupied by load carriers (206); receiving a second piece of information regarding the spatial location of one or more free storage locations (204) of the compartment(s) 202); receiving a third piece of information regarding the weight of the load carrier (400) to be stored; determination of the storage location (204) of the compartment(s) (202) to be used for storing the load carrier (400) on the basis of the first, second, and third pieces of information and the load limit.