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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle seatback storage areas lack efficient and customizable solutions for passenger item storage, particularly in terms of secure and accessible attachment systems.
Innovation Solution
A selectively attachable hanger assembly with a lock member and gear assembly is mounted to a seatback frame, allowing hangers to transition between vertical and horizontal positions for secure attachment and detachment, utilizing a universal system of attachment points on the seatback frame assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a fixed storage area is integrated into the seatback, then storage functionality is provided, but accessibility and ease of attachment/detachment are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The storage system is divided into separate modular components: the hanger assembly can be independently attached and detached from the seatback frame, allowing easy operation while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure. Each bracket is also a separate attachable component rather than a permanently integrated structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The hanger assembly transitions from a static fixed structure to a dynamic selectively attachable structure. The rotation mechanism allows the hanger to move between vertical and horizontal positions, enabling easy attachment and detachment while providing storage functionality when needed.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple hangers are provided for passenger items, then storage versatility is improved, but the mechanism for securing and releasing hangers becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly serves multiple functions: it provides attachment points for hangers, incorporates locking members for securing hangers, and includes gear assemblies for controlled rotation. This multi-functionality allows versatile storage configurations without requiring separate complex mechanisms for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking members and gear assemblies are combined within the bracket structure, merging the securing mechanism with the attachment point. This integration simplifies the overall system by combining multiple functions into unified components rather than separate mechanisms.
3Ease of operation
If hangers are made selectively attachable and detachable, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability of item security may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The locking members are pre-positioned within the brackets to engage with hangers. When a hanger is attached, the locking mechanism automatically engages to secure it, providing reliable item security through preliminary positioning of the securing elements before the hanger is fully installed.
Solution Approach 2:
The hanger assembly includes self-securing features where the locking members automatically engage with the hanger structure upon attachment. This self-service locking mechanism ensures reliable item security without requiring additional manual securing actions, maintaining both ease of operation and reliability.
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle seating assembly includes a seat. A seatback includes a seatback frame and a rearward facing surface. A selectively attachable hanger assembly is disposed on the rearward facing surface and mounted to a bracket attached to the seatback frame.