Bumper Apparatus for Board Vehicle Periphery Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bumper systems for board vehicles, such as skateboards and snowboards, fail to provide comprehensive protection along the entire periphery and often lack sufficient fastening strength to withstand strong impacts.
Innovation Solution
A bumper apparatus comprising a bent elongated member and crossbars that extend along the periphery of the board vehicle, providing a continuous barrier and enhanced connection through mechanical fasteners to secure the apparatus to the board, thereby protecting against scratches, dents, and other forms of damage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If tape, resin or similar materials are disposed on the board vehicle as protection, then the board vehicle receives protective coverage, but the protection is temporary and easily wears and tears
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces temporary protective materials (tape, resin) with a more durable bumper structure that provides long-term protection. The bumper is designed to withstand wear and impact over extended periods, eliminating the need for frequent replacement of temporary protective layers.
Solution Approach 2:
The bumper apparatus utilizes composite construction combining the elongated member, crossbars, and fastening elements to create a robust protective system that exceeds the durability of single-material solutions like tape or resin.
2Reliability
If existing bumpers and nose guards are used to protect the board vehicle, then some protection is provided, but the protectors do not extend over the entire periphery of the board
Solution Approach 1:
The bumper apparatus is designed as a universal protective system that can be configured to protect the entire periphery of the board vehicle. The elongated member with multiple crossbars creates a comprehensive barrier that addresses multiple protection needs simultaneously, covering front, rear, and side edges.
Solution Approach 2:
The bumper is divided into functional segments including the elongated member and multiple crossbars that can be positioned to protect different areas of the board vehicle, allowing comprehensive periphery coverage while maintaining structural integrity.
3Strength
If existing protectors are fastened to the board vehicle, then attachment is provided, but the fastening is not sufficient to handle strong impacts between the board and other objects
Solution Approach 1:
The elongated member is bent into a curved configuration that follows the contour of the board vehicle's periphery. This curved design distributes impact forces more effectively across the structure and provides superior resistance to strong impacts compared to straight or rigid attachments.
Solution Approach 2:
The bumper system is segmented into the elongated member and multiple crossbars that work together to distribute and absorb impact forces. This segmented structure provides enhanced strength and impact resistance compared to single-piece protectors.
Data Source
AI summary
A bumper apparatus is coupled to a board vehicle to protect the periphery of the board vehicle from damage and wear. The board vehicle includes a board with a top surface, a bottom surface, a front end, a rear end, and a pair of side ends. The bumper apparatus includes a bent elongated member extending along the periphery of the board vehicle and having a front portion continuously connected to a rear portion by a pair of side portions, and a primary crossbar connecting the pair of side portions of the elongated member together and coupled to the board. The bent elongated member serves as a barrier along the front, rear and side ends of the board vehicle.