Asymmetrical Portable Hammock Stand Using Existing Anchor Points
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Solution Overview
Problem
Hammocks require structural anchors for support, which can be challenging to find in non-maritime environments, and existing hammock stands are often impractical due to weight and portability issues, especially when trees are not available or are too far apart.
Innovation Solution
A portable hammock stand design that utilizes an existing anchor point, such as a tree or vehicle, combined with adjustable legs to provide additional support, featuring a connector system with a horizontal support and leg junction, allowing for versatile anchoring and easy setup.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional free-standing hammock stand is used, then the hammock can be set up without trees, but the weight and portability become impractical for camping
Solution Approach 1:
The hammock stand is divided into two functional segments: an anchor attachment mechanism that connects to existing structures (trees, vehicles, posts) and a leg assembly that provides ground support. This segmentation allows the stand to leverage external anchors rather than requiring a complete free-standing structure, dramatically reducing the weight and complexity of the portable portion.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary attachment mechanism (connector with leg assembly) that mediates between the hammock and existing anchor points. This intermediary component transfers the load from the hammock to external anchors through the connector and leg structure, eliminating the need for a heavy self-supporting frame while maintaining hammock suspension functionality.
2Strength
If trees are used as anchors, then the hammock has structural support, but not all campsites have suitable trees or trees are too far apart
Solution Approach 1:
The anchor attachment mechanism is designed with universal compatibility to connect to multiple types of anchor points including trees, vehicle racks, posts, and other structures. The connector system can adapt to various anchor configurations and heights, allowing the hammock stand to function in diverse campsite environments regardless of tree availability or spacing.
Solution Approach 2:
The leg assembly incorporates adjustable and movable components that can adapt to different ground conditions and anchor positions. The legs can be positioned at various angles and lengths to accommodate different distances between anchors and varying terrain, providing dynamic adaptability to different campsite configurations.
3Weight of moving object
If a portable stand with legs is used, then weight is reduced, but the structure requires proper anchoring which may not always be available
Solution Approach 1:
The connector system includes pre-configured attachment mechanisms and leg assemblies that are prepared in advance for quick deployment. The modular design allows users to rapidly assemble the stand and attach it to available anchor points, ensuring reliable setup without requiring complex preparation or specialized conditions at the campsite.
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed herein is a hammock stand that includes a connector, a horizontal support and a leg junction. The horizontal support attaches to the connector system at a first end a leg junction. The leg junction attaches to the horizontal support at a second end. The leg junction includes a plurality of legs, and an attachment port.