Security Container with U-Shaped Securing Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a lack of convenient and secure travel containers that can be temporarily secured to fixed structures like closet rods or radiator legs during travel.

Innovation Solution

A security container with a container body, locking arrangement, and securing mechanism that allows easy and secure attachment to fixed structures, featuring a U-shaped securing arrangement with pin holes and insert limiters for stable connection and disconnection.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a security container is designed to be securely locked to prevent unauthorized access, then security is improved, but the container becomes difficult to attach and detach from fixed structures

Engineering Contradiction:

ImprovesecurityVSAvoidattachment and detachment

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The locking system is divided into two independent parts: a locking arrangement that secures the container body, and a separate securing arrangement that attaches the container to fixed structures. This segmentation allows each system to be optimized independently - the locking arrangement provides secure closure while the securing arrangement with its U-shaped design and pin holes enables easy attachment and detachment to various fixed structures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If the container is designed for temporary securement to fixed structures during travel, then adaptability is improved, but the connection strength may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetemporary securement capabilityVSAvoidconnection strength

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The securing arrangement is designed with universal adaptability to attach to various fixed structures such as closet rods, radiator legs, bed frames, and desk legs. The U-shaped design with adjustable pin holes provides multiple attachment points and configurations, allowing the container to be securely mounted in different locations while maintaining adequate connection strength through the robust U-shaped structure and pin-based fastening system.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Strength

If the container body is made durable and secure, then protection of items is improved, but the weight and portability deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecontainer durabilityVSAvoidcontainer weight

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The container body is constructed from durable materials such as metal, plastic, or wood that provide adequate protection for stored items. The use of composite materials allows the container to maintain strength and durability while managing weight, enabling the container to be both protective and portable for travel applications.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Data Source

PatentUS11840376B2Security container

Publication Date: 2023.12.12 PROCESS4 INC

AI summary

A security container that can be easily and securely connected to a fixed structure such as, but not limited to, a rod, pole, handle, latch, etc. such that the security container can be securely and easily connected and disconnected from the fixed structure.