Vehicle-Mounted Secure Storage Device with Rotating Enclosure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional safes do not allow for valuables to be placed in readily accessible areas while providing secure storage, and there is a need for a device that is accessible, space-efficient, and easy to install and move.
Innovation Solution
A secure storage device with an enclosure defined by side walls, a bottom, and an opening, which can be secured with a mechanism to prevent unauthorized access, constructed from impact-resistant or bullet-proof materials, and designed to be installed in vehicles or other accessible areas, including visor systems for vehicles that allow rotation to expose and block windows.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional safes are used to protect valuables, then security is improved, but accessibility and ease of movement are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The secure storage device is segmented into a compact enclosure that can be independently positioned and accessed within larger spaces such as vehicles or rooms, rather than requiring a fixed, large safe structure. This allows the security function to be separated from the constraints of traditional safe installations.
Solution Approach 2:
The device incorporates movable and rotatable components, including the ability to rotate the enclosure to different positions and the door mechanism for controlled access. This dynamic design allows the device to transition between secure storage mode and accessible retrieval mode, resolving the contradiction between security and accessibility.
2Reliability
If traditional safes are used to protect valuables, then security is improved, but ease of installation and movement are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The device is designed as a self-contained, modular enclosure that can be independently installed in various locations without requiring complex integration with existing structures. This segmentation allows for simple installation and relocation compared to traditional safes that often require fixed mounting.
Solution Approach 2:
The secure storage device is designed with universal applicability, capable of being installed in multiple environments (vehicles, rooms, offices) without requiring location-specific customization. The attachment mechanism and compact design enable it to function universally across different installation scenarios.
3Reliability
If bullet-proof materials are used to construct the device, then security is improved, but weight is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of making the entire enclosure from heavy bullet-proof material, the patent applies protective materials selectively where needed - primarily on surfaces exposed to potential threats while using lighter materials for non-critical components. This local application of quality maintains security where required while minimizing overall weight.
Solution Approach 2:
The device employs composite construction, combining bullet-resistant materials with lighter structural materials. This composite approach provides the necessary security protection against ballistic threats while reducing the overall weight compared to constructing the entire device from solid bullet-proof material.
Data Source
AI summary
A secure storage device is presented. The secure storage device comprises walls, a bottom, a door and an opening for forming an interior chamber for storage. The device may be constructed of a variety of materials, including but not limited to aluminum, steel, impact-resistant materials, and bullet-proof materials. It at least one embodiment, the secure storage device is configured to act as a sun visor for a vehicle for securely storing a weapon.