Bow Weight Rest Attachment for Quiet Hunting Readiness
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing archery bow supports require additional gear that occupies space and are often incompatible with a wide range of bow designs, making it difficult for hunters to maintain stealth and readiness for shooting.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable bow attachment apparatus with a base and arms that can be removably attached to a bow, featuring wings, bolts, and channels to distribute the bow's weight, allowing for secure attachment and compatibility across various bow types.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a bow rack within blind or sling worn by the hunter is used, then the bow can be supported, but additional gear occupies valuable space on the hunter's person or in the hunter's blind
Solution Approach 1:
The weight rest is integrated directly into the bow structure by attaching it to the bow's riser, merging the support function with the bow itself rather than requiring separate external gear. This eliminates the need for additional racks or slings that would occupy separate space.
Solution Approach 2:
The weight rest is designed with adjustable arms and wings that can accommodate different bow types and sizes, making it a universal solution that provides bow support without requiring multiple specialized pieces of gear for different bow configurations.
2Ease of operation
If a bow rack within blind or sling worn by the hunter is used, then the bow can be supported, but these solutions are often only compatible with specific designs or models of compound bows
Solution Approach 1:
The weight rest features adjustable arms that can be positioned at different angles and heights, allowing it to adapt to various bow designs and models. The wings can be adjusted to accommodate different bow widths, making the same device compatible with multiple bow types rather than being fixed for a single design.
Solution Approach 2:
The weight rest is designed with universal attachment mechanisms that can be mounted on different bow risers, and the adjustable arms and wings can be configured to fit various bow types, making it compatible with a wide range of compound bow designs rather than being limited to specific models.
3Productivity
If the hunter continuously maintains the bow in a ready position, then the hunter is ready for shooting, but the movement risks revealing the position of the hunter to the prey and spooking the prey
Solution Approach 1:
The weight rest extracts and supports the bow's weight, allowing the hunter to lower the bow to a resting position on the weight rest rather than continuously holding it in a ready position. This removes the burden of constant bow support from the hunter, enabling quieter movement without spooking prey while maintaining readiness when needed.
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AI summary
A weight support apparatus and method of use for attachment to an archery bow. The apparatus includes a base having two wings that extend laterally out to support the weight of a bow. Arms are positioned perpendicularly on the base forming a gap between opposing arms to receive a portion of a bow. One or more arms are provided to mount the apparatus on a bow by introducing a portion of the bow between the arms. A through bolt is also provided that secures the apparatus to the bow by tightening the arms against the bow.