Accommodation device for accommodating storage containers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing accommodation devices for storage containers often require two hands to operate safely, as neighboring containers can detach and fall when one is removed, due to contact or unintentional touch, leading to potential accidents and inefficiency.
Innovation Solution
An accommodation device with a holding frame and safety devices that secure storage containers in a suspended state, allowing them to be removed only when the safety device is operated, preventing unintentional detachment and enabling single-handed operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If storage containers are arranged in a suspended state close to each other for space-saving, then space utilization is improved, but neighboring containers can unintentionally detach and fall when one is removed
Solution Approach 1:
The safety device applies a preliminary locking action to prevent unintentional detachment. The locking lever is positioned to engage with the suspension device before removal occurs, creating a preventive barrier against accidental detachment when containers are closely arranged
Solution Approach 2:
The safety device with locking lever provides self-service functionality by automatically engaging to secure the suspension device. The system self-regulates to prevent detachment without requiring external intervention, ensuring reliability in compact arrangements
2Reliability
If a safety device is added to prevent unintentional detachment, then container stability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The safety device is merged with the existing holding frame structure. The locking lever integrates with the holding means, combining the safety function with the existing suspension system rather than adding a separate complex mechanism
Solution Approach 2:
The locking lever serves multiple functions: it secures the suspension device during storage, releases when intentionally operated, and works with all containers using the same suspension device design, providing universal applicability across the system
3Ease of operation
If storage containers are removed manually without safety devices, then ease of operation is improved, but accidents can occur due to unintentional detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The locking lever acts as an intermediary between the user and the suspension device. It mediates the removal process by requiring intentional operation to release, thereby preventing accidental detachment while maintaining controlled access to containers
Solution Approach 2:
The safety device performs a preliminary locking action before removal is attempted. This preliminary state ensures containers are secured against accidental detachment, and only intentional operation can override this preliminary protection
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AI summary
An accommodation device for accommodating storage containers of pre-assorted goods, including at least one holding frame and a plurality of storage containers for accommodating pre-assorted goods. The holding frame includes a plurality of spaced-apart holders, and each storage device includes a suspension device made to fit one of the holders. Each suspension device is adapted to be attached to one of the holders for suspendingly arranging the respective storage device at the holding frame. At least some of the holders respectively include a safety device which cooperates with the suspension device when the suspension device is attached to a holder and, in a locking position, prevents the suspension device from detaching itself from the respective holder.