Washer Fluid Reservoir Hook Mounting Without Body Holes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing washer fluid reservoirs face challenges in installation due to placement considerations, often requiring placement away from electrical components and heat sources, and current solutions involve temporary mounting through holes that weaken the vehicle structure.
Innovation Solution
A washer fluid reservoir assembly with a support member and a hold feature, including projections that allow temporary hanging and secure mounting without holes, using a bolt and nut configuration to attach to vehicle structures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the washer fluid reservoir is installed in a location with convenient access for refilling, then ease of operation is improved, but the risk of damage from electrical components and heat sources increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by providing thermal insulation specifically at the portion of the reservoir near the engine compartment, while other portions remain uninsulated. This targeted approach protects against heat exposure in the specific high-risk zone without adding unnecessary weight or complexity to the entire reservoir system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary thermal barrier (insulation layer) between the heat source (engine compartment) and the washer fluid reservoir. This intermediary protects the reservoir from direct heat exposure while allowing the reservoir to remain in a conveniently accessible location near the engine area.
2Reliability
If the washer fluid reservoir is installed away from electrical components and heat sources, then reliability is improved, but ease of installation deteriorates due to limited accessible locations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by providing thermal insulation specifically at the portion of the reservoir near the engine compartment, while other portions remain uninsulated. This targeted approach protects against heat exposure in the specific high-risk zone without adding unnecessary weight or complexity to the entire reservoir system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary thermal barrier (insulation layer) between the heat source (engine compartment) and the washer fluid reservoir. This intermediary protects the reservoir from direct heat exposure while allowing the reservoir to remain in a conveniently accessible location near the engine area.
3Ease of manufacture
If temporary mounting holes are created in the vehicle structure for installation, then ease of installation is improved, but structural integrity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the mounting function from the vehicle body structure itself and relocates it to the reservoir assembly through integrated support members. This eliminates the need to create holes in the vehicle body, as the reservoir supports extend outward to provide mounting surfaces that attach to the vehicle structure without penetrating it.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary support member structure that acts as a mediator between the reservoir and the vehicle body. These support members provide the necessary mounting interface without requiring direct attachment to the vehicle body through holes, thus preserving structural integrity while enabling secure installation.
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AI summary
A washer fluid reservoir assembly for a vehicle includes a washer fluid reservoir, a support member extending from the washer fluid reservoir, and a hold feature connected to the support member forming a hook configured to hang the washer fluid reservoir assembly.