Child Transport Vehicle Attachment Storage System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Child transport vehicles face challenges in storing unused transport attachments, leading to loss of parts and complicating conversions between different operational modes, especially when away from normal storage locations.
Innovation Solution
A child transport vehicle equipped with a transport attachment storage system that includes engagement devices to securely store unused conveyance connection arms and other attachments on the vehicle frame, allowing for easy conversion between modes without losing loose parts.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If transport attachments are made interchangeable to enable conversion between different operational modes, then the versatility of the vehicle is improved, but the problem of storing unused attachments arises, leading to potential loss of parts and operational complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the storage function directly into the vehicle frame by providing engagement devices that are built-in structural components. The frame includes dedicated engagement devices at specific locations (front end, rear end, and above rear wheel axle) that combine the functions of structural support and attachment storage, eliminating the need for separate external storage solutions.
Solution Approach 2:
The engagement devices are designed with universal functionality to accommodate multiple types of transport attachments (conveyance connection arms, wheels, skis, etc.). The same engagement device structure can secure different attachment types in non-operable positions, making the storage system adaptable to various conversion scenarios without requiring mode-specific storage mechanisms.
2Reliability
If multiple engagement devices are added to the frame to store various transport attachments, then the ability to prevent loss of parts is improved, but the structural complexity of the frame increases
Solution Approach 1:
The storage system is segmented into multiple discrete engagement devices positioned at different locations on the frame (front end, rear end, above rear wheel axle). Each engagement device is a simple, localized component that provides secure storage for specific attachments, distributing the storage function across multiple simple elements rather than one complex centralized system.
Solution Approach 2:
Each engagement device is strategically positioned at specific locations on the frame where it can efficiently store particular types of attachments. The front engagement device handles front-mounted attachments, the rear engagement device handles rear-mounted attachments, and the above-axle engagement device handles attachments that need to be stored above the wheel area, optimizing the local function of each device.
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AI summary
A child transport vehicle including: a frame, displacement means connectable to the frame, and a transport attachment storage system including one or more engagement devices operable and positioned to store an unused transport attachment in an inoperable position on the vehicle.