Baby Bouncer Locking Support for Rocking-to-Static Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bouncers are either limited to rocking or bouncing, with complex and inconvenient operations, as they require detachment of kickstands to switch between these functions, complicating the structure and assembly.
Innovation Solution
A bouncer equipped with a reversible support member, featuring a rotatable connecting mechanism with a locking system, allowing the bouncer to switch between rocking and static states easily by moving an engaging member between locked and unlocked positions, utilizing a resilient member for elastic force and a skidproof surface for stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a kickstand is used to lock the bouncer in a stationary position, then the bouncer can stand stably on a plane, but the structure and assembly become complicated and operations become inconvenient when switching between rocking and static states
Solution Approach 1:
The support member is designed to perform multiple functions: it can be positioned to provide stability for the bouncer, or rotated to a horizontal position to allow rocking motion. This single component replaces the need for separate kickstand mechanisms, reducing structural complexity while maintaining both stability and rocking capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The support member is made rotatable relative to the seat, allowing it to dynamically change position between a vertical locked position (providing stability) and a horizontal unlocked position (allowing rocking). This dynamic adjustment enables the bouncer to switch between functional states without complex assembly changes
2Adaptability or versatility
If a kickstand is detached to allow rocking, then the bouncer can rock on the plane, but operations become inconvenient and require user intervention
Solution Approach 1:
The resilient member automatically engages with the support member to lock it in the vertical position when the bouncer is stationary, and automatically disengages when the support member is rotated to the horizontal position for rocking. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for user intervention to switch between modes, improving operational convenience
3Stability of the object's composition
If a locking mechanism is added to maintain stationary position, then the bouncer can stand stable, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking function is merged into the rotatable support member itself through the resilient member engagement mechanism. Rather than adding a separate locking device, the support member's rotation and the resilient member's elastic engagement work together to provide automatic locking and unlocking, maintaining stability without increasing overall device complexity
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy operation to switch between rocking and static states, enhancing user convenience and stability, allowing the bouncer to rock or bounce on a plane without complicated assembly changes.
Implementation Method 1
The resilient member provides an elastic force for forcing the engaging member to move toward the locked position
Data Source
AI summary
A bouncer includes a seat, a first connecting member, a support member, and an engaging member. The first connecting member has a first end and a second end. The first end of the first connecting member is connected to the seat. The support member is rotatably connected to the second end of the first connecting member. The engaging member is movably disposed in the support member and capable of moving between a locked position and an unlocked position, so as to selectively restrain the support member from rotating. Accordingly, the bouncer of the invention can be operated in different using states.