Securable Vehicle Storage Compartments with Autonomous Propulsion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing storage solutions in vehicles lack secure and autonomous functionality, particularly in shared transportation models, where possessions of different users need to be securely stored and transported without unauthorized access.
Innovation Solution
The integration of secure storage compartments within vehicles, equipped with authorization inputs and propulsion mechanisms, allowing for autonomous movement and secure storage, unsecured by unique authorization inputs, and the use of a central computer system and user electronic devices for coordinated access and transportation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If storage compartments are made secure with authorization inputs, then security against unauthorized access is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the vehicle into multiple independent storage compartments, each with its own closure and authorization mechanism. This segmentation allows security to be applied selectively to specific compartments rather than the entire vehicle, improving security for valuable items while keeping the overall system manageable and not requiring complete system-wide complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The closure mechanisms are designed to work with multiple types of authorization inputs (biometric, code, key, etc.), making the security system universal and adaptable. This multi-functionality allows the same closure structure to serve different security needs without increasing structural complexity, as the authorization layer can be changed without redesigning the mechanical closure
2Adaptability or versatility
If storage compartments are made movable with propulsion mechanisms, then adaptability for autonomous transport is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The propulsion capability is segmented by providing individual propulsion mechanisms for specific storage compartments rather than moving the entire vehicle. This allows lightweight, portable compartments to be autonomously transported to users, achieving adaptability without requiring the complexity of moving the whole vehicle system
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses intermediary propulsion mechanisms (such as wheels or conveyors) that enable storage compartments to move independently or be transported by the vehicle. This intermediary approach provides autonomous transport capability while keeping the complexity localized to the compartment level rather than requiring complete vehicle redesign
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple authorization inputs are provided for different users, then adaptability for shared transportation is improved, but ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The closure system is designed to universally accept multiple types of authorization inputs (biometric sensors, code entry, physical keys) for different users. This universal design allows various authentication methods to work with the same closure mechanism, providing multi-user adaptability while maintaining ease of operation through consistent interaction interfaces
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables users to independently access their own compartments using their personal authorization inputs without requiring assistance from operators or other users. Each user can autonomously authenticate and access their designated compartment, improving ease of operation through self-service while supporting multiple users through personalized authorization
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle includes a vehicle body and storage compartments that are located in the vehicle body. Each of the storage compartments has a cavity and a closure that selectively secures the cavity. A respective authorization input is associated with each of the storage compartments. The closure of each of the storage compartments is operable to unsecure the cavity upon receipt of the respective authorization input.