Bleacher-Mounted Foldable Bed With Adjustable Legs for Stable Recovery
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a portable and secure resting solution for athletes, particularly in wrestling competitions, that allows competitors to rest in a reclined position near the competition arena while maintaining proximity to the event for quick recovery and response, as high-intensity isometric activities deplete energy and make it difficult for competitors to walk after bouts.
Innovation Solution
A portable, foldable bed designed to be mounted securely onto bleachers, featuring a lightweight metal frame with adjustable legs and strap assemblies for stability and easy installation, allowing the bed to be positioned near the competition arena and adjusted for comfort.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a portable bed is designed to be lightweight and foldable for easy transport, then the ease of operation and portability improve, but the structural stability and strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The bed frame is divided into multiple telescopic leg assemblies that can be independently adjusted and locked into position. Each leg assembly is segmented into extendable sections that provide structural support while maintaining a compact folded state for portability.
Solution Approach 2:
The bed incorporates adjustable and telescopic components that allow the structure to dynamically adapt between a compact portable state and a stable deployed state. The legs can be extended and locked to provide stability when needed, then retracted for easy transport.
2Reliability
If the bed is designed to be mounted securely onto bleachers, then the reliability and stability improve, but the device complexity and installation difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The bed includes self-contained mounting components such as straps and attachment mechanisms that enable secure mounting to bleachers without requiring specialized tools or complex assembly procedures. The design allows users to perform the mounting themselves through straightforward attachment steps.
3Ease of operation
If the bed provides a level resting surface for comfortable recovery, then the ease of operation and user comfort improve, but the device complexity increases due to adjustment mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The bed frame incorporates adjustable legs with telescopic sections that can be extended or retracted to achieve a level resting surface. These dynamic adjustment mechanisms allow the bed to adapt to different ground conditions and mounting surfaces while maintaining structural integrity.
Data Source
AI summary
A portable bed having a foldable main frame assembly that includes a strap assembly for attaching the portable bed to a standard bleacher seat with an adjustable length strap assembly that includes a clamp for gripping the standard bleacher seat wherein the foldable main frame also includes a plurality of adjustable leg assemblies that can be adjusted for height and to match the angle of unlevel surfaces upon which the portable bed is positioned.