Adjustable Tree Stand Ladder Structure for Stable Setup

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional tree stands require specific tree conditions, are heavy, and prone to falling due to slipping or mechanical failure, leading to safety hazards and difficulty in transportation and setup.

Innovation Solution

A tree stand apparatus with a front ladder, framework, and a rotatably coupled support leg, featuring adjustable components for stability and ease of use, including a rotatable coupling mechanism and adjustable length for various terrains.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional tree stands are used, then they can elevate a person above ground level for hunting, but they are heavy and have a tendency to fall after being secured about a tree

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestability of tree standVSAvoidweight of tree stand

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The tree stand is divided into multiple components including a support structure with adjustable legs, a platform, and a securing mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and facilitates easier transportation and assembly while maintaining overall stability when assembled.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional tree stands are secured about a tree, then they can provide elevation, but they require a tree with specific diameter and little or no branches below a certain height

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to different treesVSAvoidstability of tree stand

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The tree stand incorporates adjustable legs with extendable sections and a rotatable coupling mechanism that allows the structure to adapt to varying tree diameters and ground conditions. This dynamic adjustability enables the stand to be securely installed on a wider variety of trees while maintaining stability through proper geometric configuration.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

3Ease of operation

If traditional tree stands are used, then they can provide hunting elevation, but they are difficult to transport, set up, reposition and remove

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of setup and repositioningVSAvoidweight of tree stand

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Reliability

If traditional tree stands are secured to trees, then they can provide elevation, but they may slip or experience mechanical failure

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestability of tree standVSAvoidcomplexity of securing mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The tree stand incorporates a self-adjusting securing mechanism that uses the tree's own structure to enhance stability. The support structure engages with the tree trunk in a way that creates friction and mechanical interlocking, allowing the stand to self-adjust and self-secure without complex fastening systems or additional components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS20250366465A1Stand

Publication Date: 2025.12.04 SCHWERER RICHARD M

AI summary

The present disclosure is directed to an apparatus that includes a front ladder having a plurality of steps, a framework connected to the front ladder at a first framework front ladder connection, and a support leg that is rotatably coupled to the framework.