Wireless Charging Cart with Pivotable Storage and Locking
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a cart that can efficiently charge, store, and secure multiple electronic devices while providing mobility and security, as existing solutions often lack integrated charging mechanisms and secure storage options.
Innovation Solution
A cart with a mobile base and integrated charging boxes that allow for wireless charging, secure storage, and mobility, featuring pivotable tackle boxes with dividers for organization, and a locking mechanism to prevent unauthorized access, along with a working surface and expandable storage areas.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a cart with integrated charging boxes and secure storage mechanisms is implemented, then the functionality and security for electronic devices are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (charging, storage, security, mobility) into a single integrated cart system. The charging boxes are incorporated directly into the cart structure, and the locking mechanism is integrated with the storage compartments, creating a unified multi-functional device that reduces the need for separate charging stations and storage units
Solution Approach 2:
The cart is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides wireless charging for electronic devices, offers secure locked storage compartments, ensures mobility through wheels, and includes organizational features like dividers. This multi-functional design allows a single device to replace several separate tools
2Quantity of substance
If multiple charging boxes and storage areas are added to the cart, then the charging capacity and storage space are improved, but the weight of the cart increases
Solution Approach 1:
The charging boxes are nested within the cart structure, with compartments and dividers organized in a space-efficient manner. The tackle boxes with dividers are positioned to maximize vertical and horizontal space utilization, allowing multiple devices to be charged and stored without significantly increasing the external dimensions or weight of the cart
3Reliability
If a locking mechanism is implemented to secure electronic devices, then the security is improved, but the ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is segmented into individual compartments, allowing users to lock or access specific sections without securing the entire cart. This modular locking approach provides enhanced security for valuable devices while maintaining ease of access for frequently used items in unlocked compartments
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The cart effectively charges and secures electronic devices, providing increased mobility, ease of access, and organization, while ensuring secure storage and easy movement, enhancing the usability of personal electronic devices.
Implementation Method 1
Each charging box is divided into charging slots or receptacles to wirelessly charge electronic devices when the electronic devices are positioned proximal to a charger within each slot
Data Source
AI summary
A cart for charging and storing electronic devices having a frame defining opposed sides of the car and wheels to enable the cart to be movable. The cart includes a charging box having dividers that define receptacles configured to receive electronic devices, with each receptacle including a charger configured to charge an electronic device, with the charging box being pivotably mounted to the cart between the opposed sides of the cart whereby the charging box can pivot outwardly of the cart. The cart can further include a locking frame pivotably mounted to the cart above the charging box, with the locking frame being pivotable between an open position in which electronic items stored within the charging box are accessible by a user and a secured position in which electronic items stored within the charging box are inaccessible.