Tank Holder Structure With Angled Drainage for Upright Transport
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tank holding devices fail to securely maintain tanks in an upright position during transport, which is a critical requirement for safe and efficient handling.
Innovation Solution
A tank holding device comprising a base plate and a cylinder containment portion, fixedly coupled together with an angled drain hole for drainage, allowing secure upright positioning and attachment to truck beds, facilitating easy transport and storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional tank holding devices are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the tank cannot be securely held in an upright position during transport
Solution Approach 1:
The holding device is segmented into distinct functional components: a base plate for mounting, a cylindrical containment structure for holding the tank, and a securing mechanism with bolts and clamps. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from simple horizontal or unstable positioning to secure upright vertical positioning by introducing a cylindrical containment structure that constrains the tank in three dimensions. The base plate provides a stable foundation while the cylindrical structure adds vertical orientation capability.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If conventional tank holding devices are used, then the device is simple in structure, but condensation drainage is insufficient leading to rust
Solution Approach 1:
The base plate is designed with pre-formed drainage channels and holes that proactively guide condensation away from the tank base before rust can form. This preliminary drainage action prevents the harmful effect of moisture accumulation without requiring additional active drainage components.
Solution Approach 2:
The drainage system utilizes gravity and the inherent slope of the base plate to automatically channel condensation to drainage holes, eliminating the need for pumps or powered drainage mechanisms. The structure serves its own drainage needs through its geometric design.
3Reliability
If conventional tank holding devices are used, then the structure is simple, but the tank cannot be securely attached to truck beds
Solution Approach 1:
The base plate is designed as a universal mounting platform with multiple bolt holes and attachment points that can be secured to various truck bed configurations. This multi-functional design allows the same device to be reliably attached to different vehicle types without requiring custom modifications.
Solution Approach 2:
The cylindrical containment structure provides a curved surface that naturally distributes mechanical loads and stresses during transport, enhancing the secure attachment to the truck bed while maintaining structural integrity. The curved geometry also facilitates easier manufacturing through standard cylindrical forming processes.
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AI summary
A tank holding device, comprising a base plate and a cylinder containment portion. The cylinder containment portion being fixedly coupled to the base plate. There is at least one drain hole which is located at the joining of the cylinder containment portion and the base plate. The drain hole is angled upward and inward. The drain hole forms an outwardly and downwardly draining trough.