Adjustable T-Shaped Boat Mount for Paddle Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Kayak paddlers face challenges in efficiently controlling their kayaks due to the need for continuous physical strength and coordination to hold and maneuver traditional paddles, which can be strenuous and inefficient, especially in varying paddling conditions.
Innovation Solution
A kayak paddle system with a central support and independently adjustable paddle arms that can rotate to multiple angles, coupled with a mounting system that includes a t-shaped tubular body with adjustable flanges and a stem, allowing for vertical and longitudinal adjustments, providing better control and reducing the need for continuous strength.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional paddles are used, then the kayaker can propel the boat, but continuous physical strength and coordination are required which is strenuous and inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The paddle system is segmented into multiple independent components: a central support structure, adjustable paddle arms, and a mounting system. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and enables the paddle to adapt to different paddling conditions without requiring continuous manual adjustment by the kayaker.
Solution Approach 2:
The paddle arms are made dynamically adjustable, allowing the kayaker to modify the angle and position of each blade independently during operation. This dynamic adjustment capability enables optimization of paddle efficiency for different stroke types and water conditions, reducing the physical effort required to maintain effective propulsion.
2Ease of operation
If adjustable paddle arms are provided, then control is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple adjustment functions are merged into a single integrated mounting system. The central support structure combines the mounting mechanism, pivot points for both paddle arms, and adjustment features into one unified assembly, reducing the number of separate components and simplifying the overall system while maintaining full adjustability.
Solution Approach 2:
The central support structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: it mounts the paddle to the kayak, provides pivot points for both paddle arms, enables independent angle adjustment, and allows for easy removal and reconfiguration. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate mechanisms for each feature.
Data Source
AI summary
A paddle mount for a boat is described. The mount includes a generally t-shaped tubular body including a flange and a stem, where the length of the flange and the stem is adjustable and the ends of the flange are configured to rest on opposite sides of the boat cockpit. The mount is configured to couple to the front end of the cockpit and to an end of the stem, such that the t-shaped body may be rotated upwards away from the boat. A mount adapter is also described that may be used to attach a paddle to the boat using the mount.