Cane Seat Assembly with Adjustable Bracket for Portable Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable seat solutions for individuals using canes fail to provide adequate support, especially for heavier users, as they are bulky and do not properly position the seat in relation to the cane shaft, making it uncomfortable or impossible for disabled individuals to sit while waiting in lines.
Innovation Solution
A compact cane seat assembly that includes a bracket system with quick-release pins and adjustable seat positioning, allowing the seat to be securely attached to a cane, providing support and comfort through a range of angles and configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If prior art combined canes and seats are used, then seating function is provided, but the device becomes big and bulky and does not provide proper support
Solution Approach 1:
The seat is designed to nest within or alongside the cane structure when not in use, allowing the seating function to be integrated into the existing cane form factor rather than adding a separate bulky component. The bracket assembly attaches to the cane shaft in a compact manner that maintains the cane's portability while providing support when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket assembly includes adjustable components that allow the seat positioning to be dynamically adjusted relative to the cane shaft. This adjustability enables proper support positioning without requiring a fixed, bulky structure, as the components can be configured to match the user's needs while maintaining a compact overall form.
2Adaptability or versatility
If prior art combined canes and seats are used, then seating function is provided, but the seat is not properly positioned in relation to the cane shaft to provide proper support
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly features adjustable positioning mechanisms that allow the seat to be configured at various angles and positions relative to the cane shaft. This dynamic adjustability ensures proper support positioning for different users and usage scenarios, directly addressing the support quality issue while maintaining ease of operation through simple adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The design allows for changing key parameters such as seat angle, distance from cane shaft, and bracket positioning to optimize support quality. By enabling parameter adjustment, the system adapts to different user requirements and provides proper support without being constrained by a fixed, potentially inadequate configuration.
Data Source
AI summary
A cane seat assembly adapted to be mounted on a cane used to provide support to a user. The cane seat assembly includes a seat adapted to provide a surface to support the user in a sitting position. The cane seat assembly includes a bracket assembly adapted to mounted to the cane. The bracket assembly is configured to receive and support said seat.