Sliding Ship Premises Assembly for Expandable Balcony Space
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ship premises assemblies fail to effectively expand or reduce interior space while maintaining weather protection and panoramic views, as existing solutions either do not address weather exposure or are unsuitable for passenger ships.
Innovation Solution
A ship premises assembly with a sliding second room portion that can extend from the ship structure, isolating a compartment from the external environment and allowing for volume regulation, while incorporating transparent or translucent walls for natural light and panoramic views, and a modular design with integrated service systems and movement devices for usability during extension.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If fixed architectural separation barriers are used to separate balconies from premises, then weather protection is provided, but the space available to users is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming fixed architectural separation barriers into movable separation barriers that can slide between an extended position (providing weather protection) and a retracted position (maximizing interior space). This allows the system to adapt its configuration based on operational requirements, resolving the contradiction between space availability and weather protection.
2Volume of moving object
If balconies are extended from premises, then external walking surface is expanded, but users remain exposed to weather
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs movable separation barriers that can extend outward from the premises to provide weather protection while maintaining the extended balcony configuration. This dynamic barrier system allows users to enjoy expanded external walking surfaces without being exposed to adverse weather conditions, as the barriers can be positioned to shield users during outdoor activities.
3Volume of moving object
If interior space is expanded by adding room portions, then volume for exclusive use increases, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the nested doll principle by designing the movable separation barriers and movement devices to be contained within or integrated into the existing premises structure when not in use. The second room portion can be nested within the first room portion, and the movement mechanisms are incorporated into the architectural framework, minimizing visual and structural complexity while enabling space expansion.
4Adaptability or versatility
If movable separation barriers are used instead of fixed barriers, then space flexibility is improved, but structural integrity may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent addresses structural integrity concerns by designing the movable separation barriers with appropriate mechanical support systems, including movement devices with controlled motion paths and positioning mechanisms. The barriers are engineered to maintain structural strength during movement and when extended, using robust materials and connection systems that ensure safety while enabling adaptability.
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AI summary
Ship room assembly (10) comprising: at least a first room portion (11) defining at least a first compartment (21) suitable to be integrally mounted to a ship structure (14) and at least a second room portion (12) suitable to define at least one second compartment (22), wherein said second room portion (12) is slidably constrained to said first room portion (11) passing from a first closed position in which it overlaps at least partially with said first room portion (11) to a second extended position in which it defines at least one second room compartment (22) distinct from said at least one first compartment (21), and wherein said second room portion (12), when it is in the extended position, is suitable for projecting cantilevered from said ship structure (14), and wherein said second room portion (12) surrounding said at least one second compartment (22) confining it from the external environment.