Vehicle Equipment Carrier Integrated Strap Tensioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional equipment carriers for vehicles, particularly those mounted on trunk lids or doors, are cumbersome and time-consuming to install and remove, and often require separate straps that compromise aesthetics and security.
Innovation Solution
An equipment carrier design featuring a frame with lower and upper engagement means, integrated strap members with ratchet-type tensioning, and a rocking member for secure engagement on vehicle surfaces, eliminating the need for separate straps and simplifying mounting and removal processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate straps or belts are provided to connect the frame to the vehicle structure, then the carrier can be securely mounted, but the operation becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the strap function directly into the carrier frame by providing engagement means (hooks, clips, or latches) that are built-in components of the frame structure. This merging eliminates the need for separate straps or belts, allowing the frame itself to connect to upper and lower engagement points on the vehicle, thereby simplifying the mounting operation while maintaining secure attachment
2Reliability
If multiple straps are used to secure the carrier, then the mounting is more secure, but the appearance becomes less attractive
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the engagement means directly into the frame structure, the patent eliminates the need for external straps that would be visible on the vehicle. The built-in hooks, clips, or latches are concealed within or form part of the frame, providing secure mounting while maintaining a clean and attractive appearance
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional straps and belts are used, then the carrier can be mounted on various vehicle structures, but the mounting and removal process is time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the engagement system into distinct upper and lower engagement means that can independently connect to corresponding points on the vehicle structure. This segmentation allows for quick, modular attachment and detachment, reducing the time required for mounting and removal while maintaining versatility across different vehicle types
Solution Approach 2:
The engagement means are pre-configured on the frame in specific positions and orientations that match standard vehicle attachment points. This preliminary arrangement allows the carrier to be quickly connected to various vehicle structures without requiring complex adjustment or configuration during the mounting process
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables quick, simple, and secure mounting and removal of equipment carriers on vehicle trunk lids or doors, ensuring safety and a compact configuration when not in use, while maintaining a clean appearance.
Implementation Method 1
at least one support connected to the frame or forming part thereof, and having strap tensioning means, preferably in form of ratchet-type means, which are engaged by said strap member and can be controlled for tensioning the strap member
Data Source
AI summary
An equipment carrier for mounting onto a rear component of a vehicle structure, such as a vehicle trunk lid or door, comprises a frame having lower engagement elements engageable with a lower area of the vehicle component, a structure connected to the frame for carrying one or more items of equipment, at least one vehicle engaging member, connected to the frame, for engaging the vehicle component at a position above said lower area, a strap member having upper engagement elements for engagement with an upper area of the vehicle component, and at least one support connected to the frame, provided with a strap engaging and tensioning mechanism, which is engaged by the strap member and can be controlled for tensioning the strap member in order to tighten the upper and lower engagement elements onto the upper and lower areas of the vehicle component.