WO2020168414A1 - Système de rangement en hauteur - Google Patents

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WO2020168414A1
WO2020168414A1 PCT/CA2020/050072 CA2020050072W WO2020168414A1 WO 2020168414 A1 WO2020168414 A1 WO 2020168414A1 CA 2020050072 W CA2020050072 W CA 2020050072W WO 2020168414 A1 WO2020168414 A1 WO 2020168414A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B46/00—Cabinets, racks or shelf units, having one or more surfaces adapted to be brought into position for use by extending or pivoting
    • A47B46/005—Cabinets, racks or shelf units, having one or more surfaces adapted to be brought into position for use by extending or pivoting by displacement in a vertical plane; by rotating about a horizontal axis
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B51/00—Cabinets with means for moving compartments up and down
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B46/00—Cabinets, racks or shelf units, having one or more surfaces adapted to be brought into position for use by extending or pivoting
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B51/00—Cabinets with means for moving compartments up and down
    • A47B2051/005—Ceiling mounted containers

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  • the present disclosure relates to storage bins.
  • this disclosure relates to storage in small spaces.
  • Standalone housing provides little in the way of storage space for accumulated family items over the years. Rooms such as the family room, living room, and dining rooms are rarely outfitted with storage areas. Even in rooms which traditionally have cabinets, (such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and garages), lack of sufficient shelving or closets is often a common complaint from homeowners. In cases of families, there is also a desire to have storage that is not easily reached or accessed by young children for items such as prescription medications and pharmaceutical necessities.
  • Office space is also often at a premium with many offices now being open-concept and having minimal furniture, such as shared workspaces. Storage for personal items in such environments is rarely available.
  • a storage bin comprising a receptacle for receiving items to be stored; a cover fixedly attached to a structure substantially above a floor, the cover abutting the structure on at least one side of the cover, the cover shaped to slidably receive the receptacle so that receptacle is partly enclosed by the cover and forming a cavity between the cover and the receptacle; and a connection and articulating mechanism for connecting the receptacle to the cover and guiding the receptacle from the cover in a downward motion to an open position and guiding the receptacle to the cover in an upward motion to a closed position.
  • a storage bin comprising: a receptacle frame for receiving items to be stored; a mounting support fixedly attached to a structure substantially above a floor, the mounting support shaped to receive the receptacle frame; and a connection and articulating mechanism for connecting the receptacle to the cover and guiding the receptacle downward from the cover mounting support in a downward to an open accessible position and guiding the receptacle upward to the cover mounting support in an upward to a closed stored position.
  • Figure 1A shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the closed position.
  • Figure 1 B shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 as it is being opened and in the fully opened position.
  • Figure 2 shows a perspective exploded view of the upper cover and the lower receptacle.
  • Figure 3 shows a cross-sectional view of an exemplary storage bin installed in a room, and showing the storage bin positioned in a closed, as it is being opened, and once it is fully opened configuration.
  • Figure 4A shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the open position showing an exemplary connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 4B shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 4A in the open position showing another embodiment of the connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 5A shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the closed position showing an alternative connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 5B shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the open position showing the alternative connection and articulating mechanism of Figure 5A.
  • Figure 6A shows a side view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the closed position showing an alternative connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 6B shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the closed position showing the alternative connection and articulating mechanism of Figure 6A.
  • Figure 7A shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 in the closed position showing an alternative connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 7B shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 1 as it is being opened showing the alternative connection and articulating mechanism of Figure 7A.
  • Figure 8 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of the storage bin in the fully opened position.
  • Figure 9 shows a cross-sectional view of the storage bin of Figure 8 installed in a room, and showing the storage bin positioned in a closed and fully opened configuration.
  • Figure 10A shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 8 in the closed position showing an exemplary connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 10B shows a perspective view of the storage bin of Figure 8 as it is being opened showing the exemplary connection and articulating mechanism of Figure 10A.
  • Figure 1 1 shows a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the storage bin with an alternative connection and articulating mechanism.
  • Figure 12 shows a perspective view of a mounting support for the storage bin of Figure 1 1.
  • Figure 13 shows a perspective view of a receptacle frame for the storage bin of Figure 1 1.
  • Figure 14 shows a perspective view of the connection and articulating mechanism of Figure 1 1.
  • Figure 1A shows the storage bin 10 in the closed position.
  • Figure 1 B shows the storage bin 10 of Figure 1A as it is being opened and when it is fully opened.
  • Figure 2 is an exploded view of the storage bin 10 of Figures 1A and 1 B.
  • Cover 12 has a top 16, side walls 18, and front portion 20.
  • the cover may have a back wall (not shown) or may be open at the back.
  • Receptacle 14 has side walls 22, back wall 24, bottom 26, and front portion 28 forming a bin, bucket, or deep tray shape. Front portion 28 may be shaped to have form a handle 30.
  • Receptacle 14 is sized to fit slidably within cover 12 when in the closed position and form a completely enclosed cavity within the storage bin 10. While, figures 1A, 1 B, and 2, are depicting one example of a cover 12 and receptacle 14, it is not meant to be limiting to any particular shape of cover and receptacle. Other shapes of cover 12 and receptacle 14 are possible. Additionally, the storage bin 10 may be of any size and dimensions may be typically dependent on the items to be stored as well as the location where the storage bin 10 will be installed.
  • the side walls 18 of cover 12 enclose over the side walls 22 of the receptacle 14. If the cover 12 has a back wall (not shown) it may also enclose over the back wall 28 of the receptacle 14 when the storage bin 10 is in the closed position.
  • front portion 34 of the receptacle 14 abuts front portion 26 of the cover 12.
  • the underside of the bottom 32 of receptacle 14 is exposed when in the closed position. If the top cover 12 does not have a back portion, then the back portion 28 of the receptacle 14 is also exposed.
  • the receptacle 14 moves away from the cover 12 to an open position, as depicted in Figure 1 B, the internal cavity of the receptacle 14 becomes exposed.
  • Figure 3 shows an example of how the storage bin may be installed.
  • Figure 3 is a cross section of a room in which the storage bin 10 is installed.
  • Cover 12 of storage bin 10 may be attached to the ceiling 32 above the floor 36 of a room by screws or other attachment means.
  • Cover 12 may have holes to accommodate screws (not shown) in the top 16.
  • Cover 12 may be attached to a wall 34 if cover 12 has a back wall (not shown), which may have holes to accommodate screws or other attachment means.
  • Receptacle 14 is shaped to slideably fit within the cover 12 and form an enclosed box shape when the bin is closed. As shown in Figure 3, cover 12 is fixed to the ceiling or wall and receptacle 14 translates therefrom to an open or closed position.
  • Figures 1 B and 3 show the receptacle tray tilting downward as it moves from a closed to open position (and vice versa), it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the receptacle tray may move without tilting.
  • Figure 4A shows the storage bin 10 in an open position with cut-away portions to show an exemplary connection and articulating mechanism 38 of the storage bin 10.
  • the connection and articulating mechanism 38 is a telescopic track 40 and a lift assist 46 on shaft 50.
  • the connection and articulating mechanism 38 may be operated manually or electronically with the addition of a motor, such as a servo motor (not shown) to open and close the storage bin 10 via the lift assist 46.
  • a motor such as a servo motor (not shown) to open and close the storage bin 10 via the lift assist 46.
  • the front portion 28 of the receptacle 14 is pulled down from the upper cover 12.
  • the receptacle 14 may be pulled down by the handle 30 if the receptacle 14 provides one.
  • the servo motor When operated electronically, for example, the servo motor may be hardwired to the electrical system of the building or may be battery-operated. In this example, the front portion may be pushed up or inwards to activate the connection and articulating mechanism 38.
  • a remote control and sensor (not shown) may be used to control the connection and articulating mechanism 38.
  • the storage bin may have a button on the outside of the top cover or receptacle to activate the connection and articulating mechanism 38.
  • an activating button may be remotely located such as a nearby wall or within furniture that activates the connection and articulating mechanism 38.
  • a track 40 is attached to the inner of side walls 18 of cover 12.
  • the track 40 may include a linear track formed of nested planar sheet metal lengths with ball bearings interposed between the lengths to allow smooth movement relative to each other, (not shown).
  • the nested or telescopic slide 42 at the lower end of the track is attached to the outer of side wall 22 of receptacle 14.
  • the nested slide 42 of track 40 slide freely relative to each other.
  • the receptacle 14 may translate forward, away from the cover 12 as the storage bin 10 is opened. This allows for large or bulky items to be placed into or removed from the receptacle 14 without obstacle.
  • the track 40 may be inclined at an angle to allow the forward translation of the receptacle 14. Likewise, as the storage bin is closed, the receptacle 14 may translate backward toward the cover 12. In another embodiment, the receptacle 14 may translate straight downwards as the storage bin 10 is opened, and straight upward as the storage bin is closed.
  • the lift assist 46 and servo motor may be replaced with a dampener or rotary gas dampener.
  • a cable 41 runs through track 40 connecting to nested slide 42 at a first end.
  • the cable 41 connects to a rotating spool 43.
  • Spool 43 is connected to a shaft 50 which is rotated by a dampener or a rotary gas dampener 45 which may be rotated by a motor, such as a servo motor (not shown).
  • the rotation created by the servo motor retracts the cable 41 , causing the nested slide 42 to retract into track 40.
  • the downward motion of the receptacle may be slowed by the dampener 45, one end of which is attached pivotably to the inner of side wall 18 of cover 12, and an opposite end attached pivotably to the outer of side wall 22 of the receptacle 14.
  • the dampener 45 when the bin is closed, the dampener 45 is substantially (or nearly) horizontal.
  • the dampener 45 may have a spring-loaded or pneumatic strut (not shown).
  • force may be applied to move the dampener 45 clockwise so that the strut is no longer parallel to the longitudinal axis of the dampener 45.
  • the strut in turn supplies a force that assists in pivoting the link dampener in a clockwise direction, i.e., assists in closing the bin. Therefore, when the storage bin is full, the strut reduces the amount of force that must be applied physically to close it.
  • the dampener 45 may be replaced with a lift assist and a motor, such as a servo motor.
  • connection and articulating mechanism 38 may consist of articulating arms 54 and 56.
  • a first articulating arm 54 is pivotably attached to an attachment point 55 on the inner side wall 18 of cover 12 at one end and pivotably attached to one end of the second articulating arm 56.
  • the other end of the second articulating arm 56 is pivotably attached to an attachment point 57 on the outer side wall 22 of the receptacle 14.
  • first articulating arm 54 and second articulating arm 56 are attached form a pivot point 58.
  • the arms 54, 56 pivot at the attachment points 55, 57 respectively and around the pivot point 58 to straighten the arms and move the receptacle 14 forward and downward as shown in Figure 5B.
  • the arms may be attached to gears and a motor, such as a servo motor (not shown) to provide the ability to open and close the bin electronically through an actuating button (not shown) on the storage bin or a remote control (not shown) or other through any other means of electronically controlling the servo motor.
  • connection and articulating mechanism 38 is a series of gears 60 attached to the outer side walls 22 of receptacle 14.
  • the gears 60 engage a drive gear 62 and a toothed track 64 to move the receptacle 14 along the tooth tracked 64 when the drive gear 62 is activated by a servo motor or other means of powering the drive.
  • This connection and articulating mechanism 38 provides the ability to open and close the bin electronically through an actuating button (not shown) on the storage bin or a remote control (not shown) or other through any other means of electronically controlling the servo motor.
  • connection and articulating mechanism 38 is a combination of pneumatic struts 70, 72 and pivotable mechanical arms 74, 76, 78.
  • the following arrangement of the pneumatic struts 70, 72, and mechanical arms 74, 76, 78 is one example and many other arrangements may be possible that may have more or less arms and struts.
  • Pneumatic struts 70, 72 are arranged opposite one another on bracket 73.
  • First end of pneumatic strut 70 is attached to a first end of bracket 73.
  • Second end of pneumatic strut 70 is pivotably attached a first end of mechanical arm 74.
  • First end of pneumatic strut 72 is attached at second end bracket 73.
  • Second end of pneumatic strut 72 is attached pivotably to first end of mechanical arm 76.
  • Mechanical arm 74 is pivotably attached at second end to the inner side wall 18 of cover 12.
  • Mechanical arm 76 is pivotably attached at a second end to a midpoint of mechanical arm 78.
  • Mechanical arm 78 is pivotably attached at a first end to the second end of bracket 73.
  • Mechanical arm 78 is pivotably attached at a second end to the outer wall 22 of the receptacle 14.
  • connection and articulating mechanism 38 may be operated manually to open and close the storage bin 10.
  • the front portion 28 of the receptacle 14 is pulled down and away from the upper cover 12.
  • the receptacle 14 may be pulled down by the handle 30 if the front portion 28 of the receptacle 14 provides one.
  • the downward motion of the receptacle may be slowed by a dampener (not shown), one end of which is attached pivotably to the inner of side wall 18 of cover 12, and an opposite end attached pivotably to the outer of side wall 22 of the receptacle 14.
  • dampener when the bin is closed, the dampener is substantially (or nearly) horizontal.
  • Dampener may have a spring-loaded or pneumatic strut (not shown).
  • force may be applied to move the dampener clockwise so that the strut is no longer parallel to the longitudinal axis of the dampener.
  • the strut in turn supplies a force that assists in pivoting the link dampener in a clockwise direction, i.e., assists in closing the bin. Therefore, when the storage bin is full, the strut reduces the amount of force that must be applied physically to close it.
  • a rotary dampener separate from the lift assist 45 may be employed to slow the movement of the spool 43.
  • Figure 8 shows an embodiment of the storage bin 10 in the open position where the receptacle 14 translates in a straight downward motion from the cover 12.
  • Figure 9 shows an example of the storage bin of Figure 8 installed in a room, and translating in a straight downward motion to an open position.
  • Figures 10A and 10B show the alternative arrangement for the connection and articulating mechanism 80 for the storage bin of Figure 8 to translate in a straight downward motion.
  • Figure 10A shows the storage bin 10 in a closed position.
  • Figure 10B shows the storage bin 10 in an open position.
  • the connection and articulating mechanism 80 is a combination of pull-type pneumatic struts 70, 71 , 72, 73, vertical travel guide bracket 79 and pivotable linkages 74, 75, 76.
  • Pneumatic struts 70, 71 , 72, 73, vertical travel bracket 79, and linkages 74, 75, 76 is one example and many other arrangements may be possible that may have more or less arms and struts.
  • Pneumatic struts 70, 71 are each pivotably attached at one end to fixed mounting points on linkage 74.
  • the other end of pneumatic strut 70 is pivotably attached to the inside side wall 18 of cover 12.
  • the other end of pneumatic strut 71 is pivotably attached to a fixed mounting point on linkage 75.
  • Pneumatic struts 72, 73 are each pivotably attached at one end to fixed mounting points on linkage 76.
  • pneumatic strut 73 is pivotably attached to the outer side wall 22 of the receptacle 14.
  • the other end of pneumatic strut 72 is pivotably attached to a fixed mounting point on linkage 75.
  • Linkage 74 is pivotably attached at one end to the inside of cover 12.
  • Linkage 75 is pivotably attached at one end to the other end of linkage 74, and at the other end pivotably attached to one end of linkage 76.
  • Linkage 76 is pivotably attached at the other end to the outer wall 22 of the receptacle 14.
  • pull-type pneumatic struts 70, 71 , 72, 73 are extended by the action of unlatching and pulling down the bin combined with the weight within the bin.
  • This causes linkages 74, 75, and 76 to pivot at each end around their attachment points respectively causing the translation of the receptacle in a downward direction.
  • Vertical travel bracket 79 guides a pin attached to the center of linkage 75 to ensure symmetrical linkage deployment.
  • the receptacle 14 may be pulled down by the handle 30 if the front portion 28 of the receptacle 14 provides one.
  • the opening sequence of the storage bin 10 may be dampened by additional cylinders attached to or built into the pneumatic struts.
  • the pull-type pneumatic struts 70, 71 , 72, 73 will retract. This may be done by disengaging a braking mechanism (not shown, but described below), or the user releasing their hold on the bin.
  • Vertical travel bracket 79 follows the ascent of mechanical arm 75 as the linkages pivot at each end around their attachment points respectively causing the translation of the receptacle in an upward direction until the linkages are fully retracted.
  • the closing sequence of the storage bin 10 may be dampened by additional cylinders attached to or built into the pneumatic struts.
  • the storage bin 10 may be made from, but is not limited to plastic or recycled plastics.
  • the plastics may be UV resistant, fire retardant, and thermally protective.
  • the finish on the exposed sides of the storage bin 10 may have different color finishes or may be decoratable by the user or owner.
  • FIG. 1 1 shows an alternative embodiment of the storage bin 100.
  • storage bin 100 comprises a mounting support 102, a receptacle frame 104, and a connection and articulating mechanism 106.
  • Figure 12 shows the mounting support 102 in more detail.
  • the mounting support has wall bracket 108 which, when placed against a wall, may be used to attach the mounting support 102 to that wall via screws or nails (not shown) in slots provided in the wall bracket 108 or by any other attachment means.
  • the wall bracket 108 may be connected to two ceiling brackets 1 10 that extend from each end of the wall bracket 108.
  • the ceiling brackets 1 10 may be substantially triangular in shape having a flat top surface 1 12 for engaging with and attaching to a ceiling.
  • the flat top surface 1 12 of each ceiling bracket 1 10 may be provided with slots for accommodating screws or nails (not shown) to attach the mounting support 102 to the ceiling.
  • the mounting support 102 may be attached to only a wall via the wall bracket 108.
  • the mounting support 102 may be attached to only a ceiling via the ceiling brackets 1 10.
  • the mounting support 102 may also be attached to both a wall and a ceiling via both the wall bracket 108 and the ceiling brackets 1 10. It is understood that while one shape of mounting support 102 is shown, that other shapes may be possible to attach the support to a wall and/or ceiling.
  • the mounting support 102 may be made from sheet metal, such as aluminum or steel or any suitable metal. In some embodiments, the mounting support 102 may be made from plastic.
  • Figure 13 shows a receptacle frame 104.
  • the receptacle frame is substantially cuboid shaped.
  • the receptacle frame 104 has a top 1 13, a bottom 1 14, two sides 1 16, and a back 1 18. The sides 1 16 and the back 1 18 are connected to the edges of the top 1 12 and bottom 1 14.
  • the bottom 1 14 may be a solid, flat, substantially rectangular segment for receiving and holding storage items.
  • the top 1 13 may comprise a rectangular border 120, which connect to the sides 1 16 and back 1 18.
  • the rectangular border 120 may have crossbars 122 within the center opening of the border 120.
  • the crossbars 122 reduce the weight of the receptacle frame in comparison to a solid segment while also providing rigidity for the overall receptacle frame 104.
  • the sides 1 16 and back 1 18 are substantially rectangular with a plurality of openings or cutaways.
  • the receptacle frame 104 is open at its front to access any contents placed within the receptacle frame, but may be shaped or arranged to receive a door (not shown), a drawer (not shown) or a storage box (not shown). Alternatively, the front opening may be shaped to form a bottom lip, extending upwards from the bottom 1 14 to prevent items placed within the receptacle frame from falling out.
  • the receptacle frame 104 may be made from sheet metal such as aluminum or steel or any suitable metal. In some embodiments, the receptacle frame 104 may also be made from plastic or recycled plastic.
  • the brackets 108, 1 10 of the mounting support 102 and the frame-like nature of the receptacle frame 104 allow for the attachment and interchangeability of decorative housing or paneling (not shown) by a user to the outside of the mounting support and receptacle frame 104.
  • the housing or paneling may allow for the storage bin 100 to be any color or texture the user may prefer.
  • connection and articulating mechanism 106 shows an alternative embodiment of connection and articulating mechanism 106.
  • This embodiment of the connection and articulating mechanism 106 may be used on the storage bin 10 of Figure 1 as well as the storage bin 100 as depicted in Figure 1 1. At least two of the connection and articulating mechanisms 106 are used on each side of the storage bins 10, 1 10.
  • connection and articulating mechanism 106 also uses a cable 124 and track created by a plurality of linkages 126 and pulleys 128.
  • the linkages 126 and pulleys 128 may be arranged between a top connector 132 and a bottom connector 134.
  • the top connector 132 attaches to the ceiling brackets 1 12 on the underside of one of the flat top surfaces 1 12 of the mounting support 102.
  • the bottom connector 134 attaches to the receptacle frame.
  • the linkages 126 may connect directly to the mounting support and receptacle frames without the top and bottom connectors. While Figure 14 shows a particular number and arrangement of linkages and pulleys, it is understood that any number and arrangement of pulleys is possible to affect the connection and articulation of the storage bin.
  • the cable 124 connects to a rotating spool (not shown), in Figure 1 1.
  • Spool may be attached to axle 130 and may be connected to a motor, such as a servo motor (not shown) for rotating and winding the cable onto or from the spool.
  • the rotation created by the servo motor retracts the cable 124, causing the linkages 126 to be pulled together.
  • the storage bin may have the appropriate electronic circuitry to allow it to be hard-wired into the buildings electrical system or so that the storage bin may be operated wirelessly through remote control.
  • the servo motor may be powered by battery.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 is controlled by remotely, via an app on a mobile device that utilizes BluetoothTM signals between the mobile device and a BluetoothTM sensor on the storage bin 10, 100.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 may be controlled by remote control, such that the remote control may utilize radio frequency between the remote control and a receiver on the storage bin 10.
  • the mobile device may operate the storage bin through a Wi-Fi network that both the mobile device and storage bin are connected to. In this case, the storage bin would be outfitted with suitable Wi-Fi network connection.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 will have a locking mechanism. When the locking mechanism is engaged, the storage bin 10, 100 cannot be opened. The storage bin 10, 100 will not be openable until the locking mechanism is disengaged.
  • the locking mechanism may be engaged manually through a device, button or other actuating mechanism on the storage bin 10, 100.
  • the locking mechanism may be engaged electronically by remote control or a mobile device application.
  • the locking mechanism may be disengaged by a code entered either remotely by remote control, mobile application, or manually via a keypad affixed to the surface of the storage bin 10, 100.
  • Such locking mechanisms are useful for the protection of personal items from theft or to keep dangerous items from becoming accessible.
  • some embodiments of the storage bin 10, 100 may provide armored cover 12 and receptacle 14 for the storage of items such as firearms or to ensure protection from destruction by fire.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 may offer a braking mechanism.
  • the braking mechanism may be used to halt the travel of the storage bin 10, 100 as it moves up or down.
  • the braking system may be engaged and disengaged manually using a device, button or other actuating mechanism on the storage bin 10, 100.
  • the braking mechanism may be engaged and disengaged electronically by remote control or a mobile device application.
  • the braking system may be set to halt the vertical travel at a custom height each time it is used to avoid a collision between the receptacle 14 and surrounding equipment or furniture. Such braking mechanisms are useful for accessing bin contents at a desired height or simply to pause the movement.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 may offer lighting systems. This lighting system may be installed within the underside of the bottom 26 of the receptacle 14 to illuminate areas directly below the storage bin 10, 100. A lighting system may also be installed on the underside of top panel 16 to illuminate the contents of storage bin 10 or along the top frame of the receptacle frame 104 of storage bin 100. The lighting system may be LED lighting and offer the ability to change color or adjust the brightness. The lighting system may be controlled manually on the storage bin 10, 100 or through a remote control or mobile device application. In some embodiments, the storage bin 10, 100 may offer a sound system. In some embodiments, the storage bin 10, 100 may offer a display. The display may be part of an entertainment system such as a television or remote screen or monitor. The display may show a log of the items contained within the storage bin 10, 100.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 will have an interior cavity shaped with fittings to accept storage accessories such as shoe racks, hooks, and shelving to keep items within organized and separated.
  • the storage bin 10, 100 may be outfitted with a refrigeration unit to keep chilled or frozen food storage. In this case where the contents are refrigerated, storage bin 100 would have a door or other such cover to cover the opening.
  • the articles“a”,“an”,“the”, and “said” are intended to mean that there are one or more of the elements.
  • the term“comprising” and its derivatives, as used herein are intended to be open ended terms that specify the presence of the stated features, elements, components, groups, integers, and/or steps, but do not exclude the presence of other unstated features, elements, components, groups, integers and/or steps.
  • the foregoing also applies to words having similar meanings such as the terms,“including”,“having” and their derivatives.
  • any aspects described as“comprising” certain components may also“consist of or“consist essentially of,” wherein“consisting of has a closed-ended or restrictive meaning and“consisting essentially of” means including the components specified but excluding other components except for materials present as impurities, unavoidable materials present as a result of processes used to provide the components, and components added for a purpose other than achieving the technical effect as disclosed.
  • a composition defined using the phrase“consisting essentially of encompasses any known acceptable additive, excipient, diluent, carrier, and the like.
  • abbreviation,“e.g.” is derived from the Latin exempli gratia, and is used herein to indicate a non-limiting example.
  • abbreviation“e.g.” is synonymous with the term “for example.”
  • the word“or” is intended to include“and” unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

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L'invention concerne un bac de stockage comprenant un réceptacle pour recevoir des articles à stocker, un couvercle fermement fixé à une structure sensiblement au-dessus d'un plancher, le couvercle venant en butée contre la structure sur au moins un côté du couvercle, le couvercle étant formé pour recevoir le réceptacle de manière coulissante de telle sorte que le réceptacle est partiellement enfermé par le couvercle et formant une cavité entre le couvercle et le réceptacle, et un mécanisme de liaison et d'articulation pour relier le réceptacle au couvercle et guider le réceptacle vers le bas à partir du couvercle dans une position ouverte et guider le réceptacle vers le haut jusqu'au couvercle dans une position fermée. Le bac de stockage a la capacité d'être actionné manuellement ou électroniquement par l'intermédiaire d'une télécommande. En variante, le bac de stockage peut également comprendre un cadre de réceptacle et un support de montage plutôt qu'un réceptacle et un couvercle, respectivement.
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