Removable Bracket Kit for Storage Between Exposed Wall Studs
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shelving assemblies and kits are unable to utilize the unused space between wall studs in structures like garages and sheds, as they require finished walls for anchoring support, leaving storage space unutilized.
Innovation Solution
A kit comprising removable brackets with symmetrical planar bodies, outwardly extending supports, and spikes for secure attachment to wall studs, along with elongate rods and shelves that can be easily assembled and rearranged between studs, allowing for flexible storage solutions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional shelving assemblies use wall studs hidden behind finished walls for anchoring, then anchoring strength is improved, but the ability to utilize space between studs in structures without finished walls deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is segmented into distinct functional components: a mounting portion with spikes for stud attachment, a support portion for shelf bearing, and adjustment mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the spikes provide strong stud anchoring while the adjustable support portion enables versatile installation positions between studs.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket design incorporates multiple functions in a single component: it provides anchoring to studs via spikes, supports shelf loads, allows position adjustment between studs, and enables easy removal and reinstallation. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by making the system both strong and adaptable to various wall structures.
2Stability of the object's composition
If shelving assemblies are designed for permanent installation to achieve stability, then stability is improved, but ease of removal and reuse deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket incorporates dynamic characteristics through its removable spike design and adjustable support portion. The spikes can be driven into studs for stable installation but can also be removed and repositioned. The adjustable support allows the bracket to adapt to different installation positions, providing stability when installed while maintaining ease of removal and reuse.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is designed with pre-formed spikes and adjustment mechanisms that enable quick installation and removal without requiring complex tools or procedures. The preliminary design of these features allows the bracket to be rapidly installed for stable support and just as easily removed for reuse elsewhere.
3Adaptability or versatility
If brackets are designed with complex adjustment mechanisms to enable flexible positioning between studs, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket applies local quality by concentrating adjustment capabilities at specific locations - the support portion has adjustment features while the mounting portion with spikes remains simple. This localized complexity provides the needed flexibility for positioning between studs without making the entire bracket structure overly complex.
Data Source
AI summary
A removable bracket includes a generally planar body having a front face, a rear face, a first longitudinal side, a second longitudinal side, a first lateral side, and a second lateral side. Each of the first lateral side and the second lateral side extends between the first longitudinal side and the second longitudinal side and includes a lip extending outwardly from the front face. A lateral axis bisects the body and a longitudinal axis bisects the body. The body is symmetrical about each of the lateral and longitudinal axes. Two supports extending generally perpendicularly outwardly from the front face proximate to and on either side of the lateral axis. A kit includes a plurality of the brackets, and at least one of a rod, a first shelf, a plurality of extension pieces, and a second shelf.