Cargo Securing System: Innovative Transport Container Solution

Publication ID: 24-11857072_0002_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Cargo Securing System: Innovative Transport Container Solution,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857072_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857072_0002_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,072.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a drawer rear wall for a drawer, comprising a first fastening portion for fixing the drawer rear wall to a first sidewall of the drawer, and a second fastening portion for fixing the drawer rear wall to a second sidewall of the drawer. However, the original patent did not consider the application of this core technology to other industries, such as shipping containers and transportation vehicles. The present invention addresses the problem of securing cargo in these environments, where the original patent's limitations are overcome by adapting the drawer rear wall for use in shipping containers and transportation vehicles.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the novel concept of applying the core technology of the original patent to the entirely new field of shipping containers and transportation vehicles. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the drawer rear wall for use in these environments, and the configuration of the cargo restraint system to interact with the drawer rear wall to secure cargo.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include variations in the design of the drawer rear wall, such as different materials or geometries, or alternative configurations of the cargo restraint system. Additionally, the invention could be implemented in other types of containers or vehicles, such as railcars or air cargo containers.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the shipping and logistics industry, where cargo security is a critical concern. The modular design and adaptability of the system make it an attractive solution for a wide range of transportation vehicles and containers. The market for cargo securing systems is substantial, and the present invention offers a unique and innovative solution to a long-standing problem.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,072
TitleDrawer rear wall
Assignee(s)JULIUS BLUM GMBH