Adjustable Pet Ladder Ramp Angle Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing pet ladders are unstable when erected and prone to sliding, offering a low user experience and failing to adapt to complex environments due to their fixed ramp angle.

Innovation Solution

A pet ladder with a folding mechanism that adjusts the ramp angle, featuring a first ladder body, two second ladder bodies with fixed plates, turning members, a rotary assembly, anti-skid components, and a regulating frame, allowing for manual adjustment of the ramp angle between 0-90 degrees and providing stability and non-slip functionality.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a fixed ramp angle is used, then the structure is simple, but it cannot adapt to complex environments

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to complex environmentsVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a dynamic ramp angle adjustment mechanism that allows the ramp angle to be changed from 0 to 90 degrees according to different usage scenarios. The regulation frame with rotating components enables the ramp to adapt to various terrains and environments, transforming the fixed structure into a dynamic one that can respond to different conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If the ramp angle is adjustable, then adaptability to complex environments is improved, but the structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveramp angle adjustabilityVSAvoidmechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the ramp structure into modular components including the regulation frame, rotating components, and locking mechanisms. This segmentation allows for independent adjustment of the ramp angle while maintaining overall structural integrity, making the complexity manageable and the adjustment mechanism user-friendly.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Ease of operation

If the pet ladder is made foldable for easy transport, then ease of operation is improved, but the erection stability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveportabilityVSAvoiderection stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The patent incorporates pre-designed locking mechanisms and support structures that are engaged automatically or easily when the ramp is erected. These preliminary structural arrangements ensure that when the foldable ramp is set up, it immediately achieves stable configuration, eliminating the stability-portability trade-off.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

4Ease of manufacture

If the ramp surface is smooth for easy cleaning, then ease of manufacture is improved, but the anti-slip performance deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesurface processingVSAvoidslipping hazard
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies different surface qualities to different parts of the ramp structure. The main ramp surface maintains smooth characteristics for ease of cleaning, while specific contact areas and edges incorporate anti-slip treatments or textures. This local differentiation ensures both ease of manufacture and safety against slipping.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Data Source

PatentUS20240368942A1Pet ladder that adjust the angle of the ramp
Publication Date: 2024.11.07 SHENZHEN HUIKAIDA TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention provides a pet ladder that adjusts the angle of the ramp, including: the first ladder body and two second ladder bodies, the first ladder body and the two second ladder bodies are fixed internally, the two rotating members are connected to the side of the first ladder body and the second ladder body, the second ladder body opposite the first ladder body, the protective assembly is provided at one end of the second ladder body, the rotating assembly is provided at one end of the second ladder body, and the adjusting erection is placed on the side of the rotary assembly. According to the present invention, a pet ladder operates between the rotating parts, the rotating component, the rotating assembly and the rotating component with the adjustment frame between the first ladder body and the second ladder body, with excellent comfort.