Recording Device Holding Unit Nesting for Compact Footprint
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing recording devices face challenges in minimizing size due to the need for additional space for holding units, which can lead to increased device dimensions.
Innovation Solution
The recording device incorporates a configuration where holding units for liquid accommodation are positioned between the support unit and the coupling frame, and between the side frames, utilizing otherwise dead space to optimize the device's size and stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the holding unit is installed on the floor separately from the main body, then the holding unit has stable installation, but the device requires additional installation space and increases overall footprint
Solution Approach 1:
The holding unit is integrated with the main body of the recording device, specifically positioned between the support unit and coupling frame. This merging eliminates the need for separate floor installation space while maintaining structural stability through the integrated framework.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding unit is nested within the existing structural framework of the recording device, utilizing the space between the support unit, coupling frame, and side frames. This nesting approach allows the holding unit to be accommodated without increasing the overall device footprint.
2Volume of stationary object
If the holding unit is attached to the main body, then the device size is suppressed, but there may be structural complexity in integrating the holding unit
Solution Approach 1:
The holding unit is positioned at a specific location between the support unit and coupling frame, utilizing the local space available in the framework. This localized placement simplifies integration by focusing on a specific area rather than requiring complex overall structural redesign.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding unit is arranged in the vertical dimension between the support unit and coupling frame, rather than extending horizontally. This dimensional arrangement suppresses device size while maintaining simple structural integration within the existing framework.
3Volume of stationary object
If the holding unit is positioned to utilize available space, then device size is minimized, but access to the holding unit may become difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The holding unit is designed as a separate, removable component that can be independently accessed. This segmentation allows the holding unit to be positioned space-efficiently while maintaining ease of access for loading and unloading liquid accommodation units without requiring disassembly of the entire device.
Data Source
AI summary
A recording device is a recording device receiving liquid supplied from a liquid accommodation unit, and includes a recording unit configured to eject the liquid onto a transported medium, a support unit configured to support the medium at a position facing the recording unit, a first side frame and a second side frame that are configured to support one end side and the other end side of the support unit, a coupling frame configured to couple the first side frame and the second side frame, and a holding unit configured to hold the liquid accommodation unit. The coupling frame is located below the support unit, and the holding unit is located between the support unit and the coupling frame and between the first side frame and the second side frame.