System of thermally insulated transport case
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing thermal transport cases for palletized products are fragile and not designed for reuse, posing concerns about maintaining temperature integrity during long-distance transport and multiple handling operations.
Innovation Solution
A reusable, substantially parallelipipedic transport case with insulating walls, eutectic blocks, and a parameter recorder to ensure temperature control and integrity, featuring removable eutectic blocks and a QRCode parameter recorder for monitoring temperature and handling conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing thermal transport cases are used, then thermal insulation is provided, but the cases are fragile and not designed for reuse
Solution Approach 1:
The case is divided into modular components including removable eutectic blocks that can be independently handled, replaced, and maintained. The walls are constructed as assembled panels rather than monolithic structures, allowing individual replacement if damaged while maintaining overall case integrity for reuse
Solution Approach 2:
The case incorporates protective corner elements and robust structural design features that preemptively protect against damage during handling and transport. These protective features are built in beforehand to prevent fragility issues from developing during use, enabling reuse
2Reliability
If existing thermal transport cases are used, then temperature control is provided, but temperature integrity cannot be guaranteed during long-distance transport and multiple handling operations
Solution Approach 1:
A parameter recorder with QRCode provides automated monitoring and recording of temperature and handling conditions throughout transport. This feedback system continuously tracks conditions and provides objective verification that temperature integrity was maintained, enabling confidence in reuse decisions
Solution Approach 2:
The case uses eutectic blocks with specific phase change temperatures tailored to the required temperature range. These blocks automatically adjust thermal parameters through phase changes, maintaining stable temperatures during extended transport periods regardless of external conditions
3Duration of action of stationary object
If existing thermal transport cases are used, then thermal insulation is provided, but the cases are not designed to be reused after multiple handling operations
Solution Approach 1:
The case features segmented design with removable eutectic blocks and panel-based construction that simplifies handling operations. Blocks can be independently removed and replaced without moving the entire case, and panels can be assembled/disassembled for loading/unloading, making the case easier to operate repeatedly
Solution Approach 2:
The case incorporates dynamic elements including removable eutectic blocks that can be taken out for replacement or repositioning, and a hinged door mechanism that provides flexible access. These dynamic features adapt to different operational needs during repeated use cycles
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides enhanced thermal insulation and monitoring capabilities, ensuring the load remains within the desired temperature range and maintaining the integrity of the case and its content throughout transport, even after multiple handling operations.
Implementation Method 1
a set of fixed insulating walls forming a front opening, an insulating door hinged with the fixed walls to close the opening
Implementation Method 2
horizontal rails attached to inner sides of some of the fixed walls, these rails being arranged in order to removably slide eutectic blocks therein
Implementation Method 3
a parameter recorder, formed in one of the walls, and a hole through this wall for a wire connecting the recorder to at least a temperature probe attached inside the case
Data Source
AI summary
Transport case 1, including a set of insulating walls 7P, 7G, 7D, 7S, 7R forming a front opening 8, an insulating door 6 and horizontal rails 35 attached to inner sides of walls 7D, 7G, 7S, these rails being arranged in order to removably slide eutectic blocks 36 therein and to hold them against the walls.