Adjustable Clay Launcher Mount for Ergonomic Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional clay launchers require operators to crouch for extended periods, causing discomfort and potential back issues, especially for those with back pain, as they typically rely on ground-mounted activation mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable mounting system comprising a vehicle attachment section, extender, and launcher platform that allows for adjustable height and angle positioning, enabling the clay launcher to be elevated and secured to a vehicle, allowing for comfortable operation by accommodating different vehicle types, clay launchers, and operator builds.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If clay launchers are ground-mounted with push button or pull-string activation mechanisms, then the activation mechanism is simple and reliable, but the operator must crouch down to launch clay which causes back pain and discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent elevates the clay launcher from ground level to a vertical mounting position on a vehicle, changing the operational dimension from ground-based crouching to standing/elevated operation. This dimensional shift allows operators to launch clay without bending or crouching, directly resolving the back pain issue while maintaining activation mechanism simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system acts as an intermediary between the vehicle and the clay launcher, providing an adjustable platform that positions the launcher at an ergonomic height. This intermediary structure enables comfortable operation while keeping the launcher securely attached to the vehicle, solving both comfort and stability requirements.
2Ease of operation
If clay launchers are elevated and mounted to a vehicle, then operator comfort is improved, but the mounting system becomes more complex with multiple adjustable components
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate functional segments: a vehicle attachment section with arms, an extender component, and a launcher platform. This segmentation allows each component to be independently adjusted and positioned, providing versatility while maintaining relatively simple individual parts that can be assembled in different configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system incorporates adjustable and movable components that can be configured in multiple positions. The arms can be positioned at different angles, the extender can be adjusted in length, and the platform can be oriented to suit different launchers and operators. This dynamic adjustability provides ergonomic flexibility without requiring an overly complex fixed structure.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the mounting system is made adjustable for different vehicles and operators, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is designed with universal attachment features that can accommodate different vehicle types (ATVs, UTVs, trucks, trailers) through standardized mounting interfaces. The adjustable arms, extenders, and platforms can be configured to work with various clay launcher models and operator sizes, providing multi-functional adaptability without requiring entirely different mounting systems for each application.
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AI summary
The present disclosure provides an adjustable mounting system comprising a vehicle attachment section, an extender and a launcher platform.