Wall mounted pet feeding system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wall mounting systems require tools for assembly and disassembly, and do not effectively prevent pets from dislodging food receptacles in tray systems.
Innovation Solution
A wall mount locking system comprising a wall mount adaptor with recessed portions and slots, a mating adaptor with protrusions and pins, and a tray assembly with a back splash that can be secured to the wall without tools, featuring a friction-fit design to secure the tray and prevent accidental dislodging of receptacles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional screw or nail securing mechanisms are used to mount trays to walls, then the attachment strength and reliability are improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to requiring tools for assembly and disassembly
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate components: a wall mount adaptor that attaches to the wall, and a mating adaptor that connects to the tray. These segments can be assembled and disassembled independently using the friction-fit mechanism, eliminating the need for tools while maintaining secure attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
The traditional mechanical fastening system (screws, nails, and associated tools) is replaced with a friction-fit mechanical system. The protrusion and recess geometry, combined with friction forces, provides sufficient attachment strength without requiring threaded fasteners or impact tools.
2Reliability
If traditional wall mounting systems are used, then the attachment security is improved, but the ease of repair and cleaning deteriorates due to requiring tools for disassembly
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system transitions from a static, permanent attachment (screws requiring tools) to a dynamic, reversible connection. The friction-fit mechanism allows the tray to be easily detached and reattached, facilitating regular cleaning and maintenance without requiring tool disassembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables user-friendly maintenance where the pet owner can independently remove and clean the tray components without needing specialized tools or professional assistance. The friction-fit design allows simple hand-operated disassembly for cleaning purposes.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a secure wall mounting system is implemented, then the stability of food storage is improved, but the device complexity increases due to multiple adaptor components
Solution Approach 1:
The wall mount adaptor serves multiple functions: it attaches to the wall surface, provides a mounting interface for the tray, and ensures stable food storage. The mating adaptor similarly provides both connection and positioning functions. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components.
Solution Approach 2:
The mating adaptor is designed to nest within or attach to the wall mount adaptor, creating a compact hierarchical structure. The protrusion of one component fits into the recess of the other, allowing the components to be stored or transported in a space-efficient manner while maintaining structural integrity.
4Reliability
If a friction-fit design is used to prevent pets from dislodging receptacles, then the reliability of food storage is improved, but the device complexity increases due to the locking mechanism
Solution Approach 1:
The protrusion and recess are designed with asymmetric geometry where the protrusion has a specific shape that fits into the corresponding recess. This asymmetric design creates a natural locking effect that prevents the receptacle from being dislodged by pets, while the simplicity of the asymmetric shapes keeps the mechanism straightforward to manufacture and understand.
Data Source
AI summary
A system includes a wall mount adaptor that may be configured to be secured to a wall. The wall mount adaptor may have a top recessed portion disposed proximate the wall and a plurality of slots disposed on a side of the adaptor opposite the wall. A cover or back splash may include a mating adaptor having a protrusion that may extend along a wall facing side of the mating adaptor and be configured to be received by or engage with the top recess. The mating adaptor may also include a plurality of connectors or pins that extend from the wall facing side, each of the plurality of connectors or pins may be configured to be received by or engage with a respective slot. The back splash may include an opening that may be configured to receive at least a portion of a horizontal tray. The horizontal tray may be configured to connect to the back splash and may be secured to the wall mount adaptor.