Sheet Storage Apparatus Clamping Sections Prevent Banknote Falling
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Solution Overview
Problem
In existing banknote storage apparatuses, there is a risk of banknotes falling from the space between stage members when stored obliquely in the storage bag.
Innovation Solution
A sheet storage apparatus with a holding section and clamping sections that approach to clamp the storage bag, ensuring the banknotes are securely held by positioning the clamping sections such that the ends of one section are on the same side as the opposite ends of the other section when closed, preventing banknotes from falling between the stages.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a pair of stage members are used to support the storage bag, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but banknotes may fall from the space between the stage members when stored obliquely
Solution Approach 1:
The stage member is divided into multiple clamping sections (first clamping section and second clamping section) that can independently clamp the storage bag at different positions. This segmentation allows the apparatus to securely hold the storage bag even when banknotes are stored obliquely, preventing them from falling while maintaining structural simplicity
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping sections are positioned at different heights (first direction and second direction) to create a multi-dimensional clamping structure. This dimensional arrangement ensures that banknotes cannot slip through the gaps between stage members, as the clamping sections form overlapping coverage areas that block all potential escape paths
2Reliability
If clamping sections are added to prevent banknote falling, then banknote retention is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The first clamping section and second clamping section are integrated into a single stage member structure, sharing common support components and mounting mechanisms. This merging approach reduces the overall number of independent parts, minimizing device complexity while maintaining the dual-clamping functionality needed to prevent banknote falling
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping sections serve multiple functions: they clamp the storage bag securely, prevent banknotes from falling, and provide structural support. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional dedicated components, thereby limiting the increase in device complexity while achieving improved banknote retention
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AI summary
A sheet storage apparatus having: a holding section that holds a storage bag for storing a sheet; a first clamping section; and a second clamping section, wherein the first clamping section and the second clamping section relatively approach to clamp the storage bag held by the holding section, and when a direction in which the first clamping section relatively approaches the second clamping section is defined as a first direction, and a direction opposite to the first direction is defined as a second direction, an end of the first clamping section in the first direction is located on a side in the first direction with respect to an end of the second clamping section in the second direction in a state in which the storage bag is clamped between the first clamping section and the second clamping section.