Composite Strap with Removable Pockets for Camera Equipment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Women in front of a camera face challenges in securely and comfortably holding and hiding microphones and Interruptible Foldbacks (IFBs) due to the lack of suitable apparel options, often resorting to ineffective methods that can lead to discomfort and equipment interference.

Innovation Solution

A composite material strap with adjustable, removable pockets designed to securely hold microphones and IFBs, featuring an anti-slip grip and button clasps to prevent interference, available in various colors and sizes to match different skin tones and body types, allowing for discreet placement under clothing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If women use traditional men's methods (collars, belts, pockets) to hold microphones and IFBs, then the equipment can be securely held, but these methods are ineffective for women who do not wear shirts with collars, jackets with pockets, or pants with belts

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to different apparel stylesVSAvoidsecure holding of equipment

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The strap system divides the equipment holding function into separate components: a main strap worn around the body and detachable pockets that can be attached as needed. This segmentation allows the same strap to adapt to different apparel styles while maintaining secure equipment holding through the dedicated pocket attachments.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The strap is designed as a universal solution that can be worn with various types of clothing without requiring collars, belts, or pockets. The same strap system with detachable pockets serves multiple functions across different apparel styles, making it universally applicable to women's fashion while reliably holding equipment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Object-affected harmful factors

If women use creative methods to hold and hide microphones and IFBs, then they can attempt to conceal the equipment, but these methods are ultimately ineffective and can lead to equipment interference

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveequipment interferenceVSAvoidease of equipment placement

Core Design Contradiction:

Object-affected harmful factorsVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The dedicated pockets with securing mechanisms act as intermediaries between the equipment and the strap. These pockets provide a proper interface that prevents equipment interference while making placement easy, eliminating the need for creative but ineffective concealment methods.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The equipment is extracted from the body and placed into dedicated external pockets on the strap. This separation prevents equipment interference with the body and clothing while providing easy access and placement, solving both the harmful factors and ease of operation issues.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

3Reliability

If tight straps are used to securely hold equipment, then the equipment remains in place, but this can cause discomfort and health issues like blood clots and poor circulation

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveequipment stabilityVSAvoidcirculation problems

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The strap incorporates a cushioning layer that distributes pressure before it can concentrate on specific body areas. This prior cushioning prevents circulation problems while maintaining equipment stability through the distributed pressure and secure pocket attachments.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

Solution Approach 2:

The strap uses composite materials combining different properties: an inner layer for comfort and pressure distribution, an outer layer for durability and grip, and a middle layer for structural support. This composite construction maintains equipment stability without causing circulation problems.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

4Object-affected harmful factors

If visible equipment is worn, then the equipment can be easily accessed, but it cannot be hidden under clothing as required for professional appearance

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveprofessional appearanceVSAvoidequipment accessibility

Core Design Contradiction:

Object-affected harmful factorsVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The pockets are designed as thin, flexible attachments that can be positioned under clothing to hide equipment while maintaining accessibility. The flexible nature allows the pockets to conform to body contours and stay in place under various clothing types without compromising equipment access.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

Data Source

PatentUS11297930B1Leg and bra strap for women in front of a camera

Publication Date: 2022.04.12 RODRIGUEZ MABRISA

AI summary

A secure and comfortable ankle, arm, thigh, knee and/or bra apparatus to keep microphone and Interruptible Foldback (IFB) boxes in place for women in front of a camera. The apparatus includes a strap, a first removable pocket, and a second removable pocket. The strap comprises a composite material and includes a securing mechanism. The first removable pocket is detachably coupled to the strap and is configured to hold an IFB. The second removable pocket is detachably coupled to the strap and is configured to hold a microphone. The second removable pocket is smaller than the first removable pocket.