Annular Tree-Mounted Blind With Differential Height Suspension
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tree-mounted blinds for hunters and wildlife observers are cumbersome, difficult to transport, and lack compactness and versatility, failing to provide adequate concealment and weather protection in elevated positions.
Innovation Solution
A compact, lightweight blind system with an annular support and curtain that can be easily assembled and disassembled, featuring a suspension mechanism for horizontal positioning on trees, incorporating elastic cords and weights for tautness, and a removable roof for panoramic views and weather protection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional tree-mounted blinds are used, then concealment and weather protection are provided, but the blinds become cumbersome and difficult to transport
Solution Approach 1:
The blind is divided into multiple modular components including a support structure with adjustable legs, a removable curtain assembly, and separate securing mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to be lightweight and easy to transport individually while maintaining the overall functionality when assembled.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure incorporates adjustable and collapsible elements that allow the blind to transform from a compact transport state to a stable deployed state. The legs can be adjusted to different positions and the support structure can be collapsed for easy carrying, providing dynamic adaptability between transport and operational states.
2Reliability
If traditional tree-mounted blinds are used, then concealment is provided, but the blinds are too large and hard to maintain and transport
Solution Approach 1:
The blind system is segmented into portable modules that can be easily assembled and disassembled. The curtain, support structure, and securing mechanisms are separate components that can be packed compactly for transport and quickly assembled when needed, maintaining concealment effectiveness while improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure features adjustable parameters including leg length and positioning that can be modified based on the specific tree or ground conditions. This adjustability allows the blind to be configured for optimal concealment in various locations while maintaining a compact form for transport.
3Ease of manufacture
If the support is secured at a single height, then assembly is simple, but panoramic view and versatility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure incorporates adjustable-height legs that can be configured at different heights to accommodate various observation needs. This dynamic adjustment capability allows the blind to be positioned for optimal panoramic views while maintaining relatively simple assembly through standardized adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure is designed with universal adjustability features that allow it to be used in multiple configurations - whether mounted on trees of different sizes or set up as a ground blind. The adjustable legs and positioning mechanisms provide multi-functionality while keeping the assembly process straightforward through standardized components.
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AI summary
A blind for concealing an individual includes an annular support, a curtain, a first securing means, and a second securing means. The curtain is suspended from the support for surrounding the individual. The first securing means secures a rear of the support to an upright object, and the second securing means secures a front of the support to the upright object at a height higher than the first securing means such that the support is suspended from the upright object in a generally horizontal position.