Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. A storage box assembly (100) for a motorcycle (M), comprising:
a base member (1) adapted to be mounted to the motorcycle (M), the base member (1) defining a chamber (2) with an opening in at least one side;
a plurality of storage compartments (3) configured in the chamber (2), for housing a first aid or trauma kit; and
a cover member (4) coupled to the base member (1), is configured to enclose the chamber (2), wherein the cover member (4) is adapted to receive a license plate (5) of the motorcycle (M).
2. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of storage compartments is defined in a plate receivable by the chamber (2).

3. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of storage compartments (3) are integrally formed in the chamber (2).

4. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of storage compartments (3) are formed by placement of plate members (15) receivable by the chamber (2).

5. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover member (4) is operable between an open condition and a closed condition.

6. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the base member (1) is connectable to the motorcycle (M) using a plurality of fasteners (6).

7. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein one or more of the plurality of storage compartments (3) are configured with at least one retaining strap (7) to retain the first aid or trauma kit.

8. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein at least a portion of the chamber (2) is provided with a thermal resistant layer.

9. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover member (4) comprises one or more mounts (9) to house the license plate (5) of the motorcycle (M).

10. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1 comprises one or more locking elements (10) to lock the cover member (4) in the closed condition.

11. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1 comprises one or more indication means (11) configured on topside of the cover member (4) to provide visual indications.

12. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1 comprises a gasket (12) provided between the cover member (4) and the chamber (2) for ingress protection, when the cover member (4) is in the closed condition.

13. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the chamber (2) comprises plurality of gussets (13) fixed in one more positions on the base member (1) to impart rigidity to the chamber (2).

14. The assembly (101) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the chamber (2) is defined with one or more vent holes (14) to circulate air within the plurality of storage compartments (3) to maintain temperature of the first aid or trauma kit.
, Description:
TECHNICAL FIELD
Present disclosure relates to a storage box. Particularly but not exclusively, the present disclosure relates to a storage box assembly for a motorcycle. Embodiments of the present disclosure relates to the storage box assembly for housing a first aid or trauma kit within the motorcycle.
BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE
Road accidents are a common cause in majority of countries. There may be number of factors and reasons for road accidents, some of them may be primitive infrastructure, driving or riding under the influence (DUI’s), judgemental errors or human errors and so forth.
In many developed countries, even with robust infrastructure and strict driving or riding regimes, road accidents still do occur, and the accidents are considered to be one of the major factors for human deaths.
However, several countries in the west have mandatory safety regulations to be followed for every vehicle manufacturer in order to prevent road accidents. Several governing bodies such as Euro NCAP (European new car assessment programme) have made certain safety features mandatory for a new vehicle arriving in the market. Some of these safety features may include driving aids to prevent accidents, anti-lock braking systems for improved braking efficiency and so forth.
Usually, vehicles such as passenger cars can be equipped with safety systems that help prevent passengers and the driver from road accidents or in the event of the road accident certain safety equipment help prevent severe injuries to the passenger and the driver. However, a motorcycle rider may not always have the liberty of such safety equipment and safety gear.
Conventionally, motorcycles manufactured in the last few decades had minimal or no safety equipment. Due to space constraints, manufacturers overlooked equipping motorcycles with safety equipment’s. Usually, only a small safety kit may be provided within the motorcycles, specially under the seat of the rider or in the glove compartment in case of a moped.
Such small safety kits were not merely enough to even treat bruises or burns let alone treating a person whose is involved in an accident that has caused a greater deal of injuries. Moreover, such small safety kits located underneath the seat is constantly exposed to heat from the motorcycle engine as well as dust particles kicked up from the wheels of the motorcycle.
In several other scenarios, due to its small dimensions, these safety kits may be misplaced or even completely removed to get that extra amount of storage space thereby sacrificing even the minutest of safety equipment for the motorcycle rider. Also, the motorcycle riders do not check critical information such as expiry of the items present in the safety kit as the motorcycle rider is not aware of the presence of the safety kit nor he or she would not have had the opportunity to use it.
The present disclosure is directed to overcome one or more limitations stated above, and any other limitations associated with the prior arts.

SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
One or more drawbacks of prior arts are overcome, and additional advantages are provided through a device as claimed in the present disclosure. Additional features and advantages are realized through the technicalities of the present disclosure. Other embodiments and aspects of the disclosure are described in detail herein and are considered to be a part of the claimed disclosure.

In one non-limiting embodiment of the present disclosure, a storage box assembly for a motorcycle is disclosed. The storage box assembly comprises a base member adapted to be mounted to the motorcycle. The base member defining a chamber with an opening in at least one side wherein a plurality of storage compartments is configured in the chamber for housing a first aid or trauma kit. A cover member coupled to the base member is configured to enclose the chamber, wherein the cover member is adapted to receive a license plate of the motorcycle.
In an embodiment, the plurality of storage compartments is integrally formed in the chamber or may be defined on a plate receivable by the chamber.
In an embodiment, the plurality of compartments is formed in a plate receivable by the chamber.
In an embodiment, the cover member is operable between an open condition and a closed condition.
In an embodiment, the base member is connectable to the motorcycle using plurality of fasteners.
In an embodiment, one or more of the plurality of storage compartments is configured with at least one retaining strap to retain the first aid or trauma kit.
In an embodiment, at least a portion of the chamber provided with a thermal resistant layer.
In an embodiment, the plurality of storage compartments is divided by one or more dividers.
In an embodiment, the cover member comprises one or more mounts to house the license plate of the motorcycle.
In an embodiment, the assembly comprises one or more locking elements to lock the cover member in the closed condition.
In an embodiment, the assembly comprises one or more indication means configured in topside of the cover member to provide visual indications.
In an embodiment, the assembly comprises a gasket provided between the cover member and the chamber for ingress protection, when the cover member is in the closed condition.
In an embodiment, the chamber comprises plurality of gussets fixed in one more positions on the base member to impart rigidity to the chamber.
In an embodiment, the chamber is defined with one or more vent holes to circulate air within the plurality of stowage compartments to maintain temperature of the first aid or trauma kit.
It is to be understood that the aspects and embodiments of the disclosure described above may be used in any combination with each other. Several of the aspects and embodiments may be combined together to form a further embodiment of the disclosure.

The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS

The novel features and characteristics of the disclosure are set forth in the appended description. The disclosure itself, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following detailed description of an illustrative embodiment when read in conjunction with the accompanying figures. One or more embodiments are now described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying figures wherein like reference numerals represent like elements and in which:

Figure 1 illustrates a front view of a storage box assembly in open condition, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of the storage box assembly in open condition, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 3 illustrates a top view the storage box assembly in open condition, in accordance with another embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 4 illustrates front view of the storage box assembly in closed condition, in accordance with two embodiments of the present disclosure.
Figure 5 illustrates side view of the storage box assembly of figure 3.
Figure 6 illustrates top view of the storage box assembly with a name plate being inserted therein, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
Figure 7 illustrates a rear view of the storage box assembly of figure 1.
Figure 8 illustrates the storage box assembly fixed to a motorcycle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
The figures depict embodiments of the disclosure for purposes of illustration only. One skilled in the art will readily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
The foregoing has broadly outlined the features and technical advantages of the present disclosure in order that the detailed description of the disclosure that follows may be better understood. Additional features and advantages of the disclosure will be described hereinafter which form the subject of the description of the disclosure. It should also be realized by those skilled in the art that such equivalent methods do not depart from the scope of the disclosure. The novel features which are believed to be characteristic of the disclosure, as to method of operation, together with further objects and advantages will be better understood from the following description when considered in connection with the accompanying figures. It is to be expressly understood, however, that each of the figures is provided for the purpose of illustration and description only and is not intended as a definition of the limits of the present disclosure.

In the present document, the word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.

While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiment thereof has been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however, that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover member all modifications, equivalents, and alternative falling within the spirit and the scope of the disclosure.

The terms “comprises”, “comprising”, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover member a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a method that comprises a list of acts does not include only those acts but may include other acts not expressly listed or inherent to such method. In other words, one or more acts in a method proceeded by “comprises… a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other acts or additional acts in the method.

Embodiments of the present disclosure relates to a storage box assembly fixed to a motorcycle. The storage box may be configured to store medical supplies like a first aid or trauma kit and may also support licence plate of the motorcycle. The storage box assembly comprising a base member which is configured to be mounted to the motorcycle. The base member is adapted to be mounted to the motorcycle to a previously existing base member or mounting location. The base member is configured to define a chamber with an opening in at least one side wherein the chamber may be divided into a plurality of storage compartments. These plurality of storage compartments may be configured integrally in the chamber or may be formed on a plate receivable by the chamber for housing a first aid or a trauma kit. Moreover, a cover member is provided over the chamber to protect the chamber and the first aid or trauma kit from external elements such as water, dust particles, debris etc. The cover member provided over the chamber is configured to support a license or number plate of the motorcycle.

In the following detailed description of the embodiments of the disclosure, reference is made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the disclosure may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the disclosure, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The following description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.

Figure 1 is an exemplary embodiment that illustrates a front view of a storage box assembly (100). The storage box assembly (100) comprises of a base member (1) which defines a chamber (2). The chamber (2) so formed in the base member (1) comprises of an opening in at least one side in order to provide access to the chamber (2). The chamber (2) is further configured to house a plurality of storage compartments (3). The chamber (2) formed on the base member (1) configured such that plate members (6) are joined together at defined angles over the base member (1) the plurality of storage compartments (3). In an embodiment, the plate members (6) can be configured in a desired orientation to form the plurality of storage compartments (3). In an embodiment, the plurality of storage compartments (3) may be formed based on the requirement and application use of the storage box assembly (100).

The storage box assembly (100) as shown in figure 1 is in an open condition. In the open condition, the plate members (6) are oriented to configure the plurality of storage compartments (3). These plurality of storage compartments (3) are used to store a variety of items. In an embodiment, the plurality of storage compartments (3) may hold a first aid or trauma kit.
In an embodiment, the plate members (6) provided within the chamber (2) may be fixed to the base member (1) through joining techniques such as but not limited to welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding and the like. In an embodiment, a plurality of guide members (not shown in figures) may be provided within the chamber (2) to slide the plate members (6) to configure variations of the plurality of storage compartments (3).
In an embodiment, a plurality of gussets (13) may be provided at each predetermined location of the chamber (2) such that, the plurality of gusset members is provided to impart reinforcement to the base member (1) and in-turn the storage box assembly (100). In an embodiment, the plurality of gusset members absorbs the impact during a crash or when the motorcycle (M) is involved in an accident. This impact absorbing by the plurality of gussets (13) may prevent breakage of the storage box assembly (100) thereby securing the first aid or trauma kit stored within.
The storage box assembly (100) further comprises a cover member (4) which is provided over the chamber (2). The cover member (4) is placed over the chamber (2) which provides ingress protection to the storage box assembly (100). Moreover, the cover member (4) can be fixed to the storage box assembly (100) in a myriad of configurations. In an embodiment and referring to figure 1, the cover member (4) which is provided to the storage box assembly (100) is hinged. This hinged cover member (4) configures the cover member (4) to move outwardly while opening and closing in order to access the first aid or trauma kit stored within the plurality of storage compartments (3).
The base member (1) further comprises provisions for a plurality of fasteners (7). The plurality of fasteners (7) is provided to hold the storage box assembly (100) rigidly to the motorcycle. The provisions and the plurality of fasteners (7) may be defined to match the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards. In an embodiment, the plurality of fasteners (7) is provided within the chamber (2) in order to conceal the plurality of fasteners (7) underneath the cover member (4) so as to prevent access for unfastening. This configuration aids in prevention of theft of the first aid or trauma kit and the storage box assembly (100).
Referring to figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of the storage box assembly (100) in the open condition. The cover member (4) is configured in a hinged configuration capable of opening and closing similar to the storage box assembly (100) as disclosed in figure 1. The storage box assembly (100) further comprises of at least one retaining strap (8) provided in each of the plurality of storage compartments (3). The at least one retaining strap (8) may be provided at predetermined locations to securely hold the first aid or trauma kit within the plurality of storage compartments (3). This prevents undue movement of the first aid or trauma kit and prevents muddling of the first aid or trauma kit. In an embodiment, the at least one retaining strap (8) may be of a resilient material such as but not limited to an elastic cloth material, an elastomeric rubber material and the like. In an embodiment, the cover member is provided with a gasket (12) which assists in ingress protection. This gasket (12) may be tucked in a concealing manner into a slit formed on the cover member (4).
Figure 3, illustrates a front view of an embodiment of the storage box assembly (100). The storage box assembly (100) comprises of the cover member (4) provided over the chamber (2) of the storage box assembly (100) such that, the cover member (4) slides into the chamber (2). The cover member (4) may be configured in a sliding configuration over the chamber (2). In an embodiment, the chamber (2) formed over the base member (1) is configured to include a slot member such that the cover member (4) can be slid in and out over the chamber (2). This configuration of the cover member (4) over the chamber (2) configures left to right and right to left sliding movement of the cover member (4) in order to access the first aid or trauma kit provided within the storage box assembly (100). In an embodiment, the cover member may be defined with a plurality of the storage compartments (3) and may be receivable by the chamber (2).
Referring to figure 4, illustrates a front view of the storage box assembly (100) with the cover member (4) covering the chamber (2). The cover member (4) on its front face may be provided with one or more indication means to indicate various movements of the motorcycle (M). In an embodiment, the one or more indication means is at least one of but not limited to a stop light and an indicator assembly, an LED indicator assembly, a hazardous blinker assembly and the like. The one or more indication means may be designed according to the vehicle safety norms and motor vehicles act to which mandatorily requires visual indication means of the turn indicator and the stop light. In an embodiment, the one or more indication means is integrated to the storage box assembly (100).
In an embodiment, the cover member (4) may be further designed to incorporate plurality of bibliographic details of the user or the motorcycle rider. The bibliographic details may include but not limited to name of the owner/motorcycle rider, blood group of the owner/motorcycle rider, address of the owner/motorcycle rider, contact details etc., and the like. The above-mentioned details are only for the purpose of illustration and should not be in anyway considered as a limitation.
Referring to figure 5, illustrates a side view of the storage box assembly (100) of figure 3. The cover member of the storage box assembly (100) is defined with a slot which accommodates at least one license or number plate (5). The slot may be defined on the cover member (4) such that the at least one license or number plate (5) slides in and out of the cover member (4). Further, from the figure 5, the cover member (4) is provided over the chamber (2) and the chamber (2) is provided with one or more locking elements (10). The locking elements (10) may be provided in a location that locks the movement of the cover member (4) with respect to the base member (1). In an embodiment, the locking member is at least one of but not limited to a push lock mechanism, a key operated lock mechanism, a pad lock and the like.
Referring to figure 6, which illustrates a front view of the storage box assembly (100) as disclosed in figure 3. The outer surface of the storage box assembly (100) is provided with the slot to accommodate the license or number plate (5). The license or number plate (5) may be configured to slid in and out of the slot. In an embodiment, one or more mounts (9) may be provided to arrest the license or number plate (5) within the cover member (4).
Referring to figure 7, illustrates a rear view of the storage box assembly (100). The storage box assembly (100) at its rear portion may be provided with one or more vent holes (14) in order to allow air to pass into and out of the storage box assembly (100). The one or more vent holes (14) are formed on the base member (1) such that each of the plurality of storage compartments (3) are ventilated. This ventilation prevents the first aid or trauma kit stored within the storage box assembly (100) to deteriorate due to harsh environmental conditions present within the storage box assembly (100).
Referring to figure 8, illustrates the storage box assembly (100) fixed to the motorcycle (M). The cover member (4) of the storage box assembly (100) is configured to open and close based on the configuration of the cover member (4).
In an embodiment, the storage box assembly (100) of the present disclosure is simple in construction and may be mounted in the region of the motorcycle (M) where a license plate or number plate (5) can be mounted. This configuration facilitates easy accesses to the medical supplies like the first aid or trauma kit during accidents.
In an embodiment, the interior portion of the storage box assembly (100) is provided with a thermally insulated layer which prevents the storage box assembly (100) from heating due to harsh weather conditions. This thermally insulated layer, keeps the first aid or trauma kit and its constituents within the prescribed temperature limit.
In an embodiment, the storage box assembly (100) is retrofittable.
In an embodiment, the storage box assembly (100) is visible and not hidden behind the lice plate or number plate (5) which can be easily spotted by bystanders and users in case of an accident.
In an embodiment, the first aid or trauma kit may comprise of but not limited to plurality of bandages, plurality of active haemostat bandage, antiseptic towelettes, cotton tip applicator, at least one cotton roll, at least one antiseptic and the like.
In an embodiment, interior face of the cover member (4) may be equipped with a metal strip and a magnet strip that aids in locking of the cover member (4) in the closed condition.
Equivalents
With respect to the use of substantially any plural and/or singular terms herein, those having skill in the art can translate from the plural to the singular and/or from the singular to the plural as is appropriate to the context and/or application. The various singular/plural permutations may be expressly set forth herein for sake of clarity.
It will be understood by those within the art that, in general, terms used herein, and especially in the appended claims (e.g., bodies of the appended claims) are generally intended as "open" terms (e.g., the term "including" should be interpreted as "including but not limited to," the term "having" should be interpreted as "having at least," the term "includes" should be interpreted as "includes but is not limited to," etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is intended, such an intent will be explicitly recited in the claim, and in the absence of such recitation no such intent is present. For example, as an aid to understanding, the following appended claims may contain usage of the introductory phrases "at least one" and "one or more" to introduce claim recitations. However, the use of such phrases should not be construed to imply that the introduction of a claim recitation by the indefinite articles "a" or "an" limits any particular claim containing such introduced claim recitation to inventions containing only one such recitation, even when the same claim includes the introductory phrases "one or more" or "at least one" and indefinite articles such as "a" or "an" (e.g., "a" and/or "an" should typically be interpreted to mean "at least one" or "one or more"); the same holds true for the use of definite articles used to introduce claim recitations. In addition, even if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is explicitly recited, those skilled in the art will recognize that such recitation should typically be interpreted to mean at least the recited number (e.g., the bare recitation of "two recitations," without other modifiers, typically means at least two recitations, or two or more recitations). Furthermore, in those instances where a convention analogous to "at least one of A, B, and C, etc." is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., "a system having at least one of A, B, and C" would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and/or A, B, and C together, etc.). In those instances where a convention analogous to "at least one of A, B, or C, etc." is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., "a system having at least one of A, B, or C" would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and/or A, B, and C together, etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that virtually any disjunctive word and/or phrase presenting two or more alternative terms, whether in the description, claims, or drawings, should be understood to contemplate the possibilities of including one of the terms, either of the terms, or both terms. For example, the phrase "A or B" will be understood to include the possibilities of "A" or "B" or "A and B."

While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.
REFERRAL NUMERALS:

Referral numerals
Description
Motorcycle M
a storage box assembly 100
a base member 1
a chamber 2
plurality of storage compartments 3
cover member 4
license or number plate 5
plate members 6
plurality of fasteners 7
at least one retaining strap 8
mounts 9
locking elements 10
indication means 11
gasket 12
plurality of gussets 13
vent holes 14