Collapsible Target with Self-Resetting Spinner
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing targets are not highly portable and easy to set up or take down, making them inconvenient for recreational or competitive use, as they often require significant assembly time and storage space.
Innovation Solution
A collapsible target design featuring a foldable frame with a fabric housing and a self-resetting spinner mounted within a base, allowing for quick setup and storage, with the option to use a glow stick for low-light environments and accommodating both self-resetting spinners and traditional clay targets.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional target structures are used, then target functionality is maintained, but portability and setup time are poor
Solution Approach 1:
The target structure is divided into separate modular components including a base, upright support, and target body that can be independently manufactured and assembled. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while enabling quick assembly and disassembly for portability.
Solution Approach 2:
The target body is designed to be removable and replaceable within the base structure, allowing different target types (spinners, clay targets) to be nested within the same base. The modular design enables components to be stored compactly when not in use.
2Extent of automation
If self-resetting spinner mechanism is added, then target reset functionality is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The spinner target utilizes rotational motion and centrifugal force to automatically reset after being struck. The impact causes the spinner to rotate and then return to its initial position through gravitational and centrifugal forces, providing automatic reset without complex mechanical systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The spinner target is designed to reset itself automatically after being struck by a projectile. The rotational mechanism self-corrects its position through the physics of motion and gravity, eliminating the need for manual intervention or complex reset mechanisms.
3Adaptability or versatility
If base is designed to accommodate multiple target types, then versatility is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The base is designed as a universal mounting structure that can accommodate multiple types of targets including spinners, clay targets, and other projectile targets. Standardized mounting interfaces and adjustable positioning features allow different target types to be secured to the same base without requiring high manufacturing precision.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables rapid deployment and storage of the target, enhancing portability and usability in various settings while maintaining effective projectile absorption and reset functionality.
Implementation Method 1
The self-resetting spinner may be mounted to the base using a glow stick or other illuminable member to allow the target to be used in low-light environments.
Implementation Method 2
a collapsible target design featuring a foldable frame with a fabric housing
Data Source
AI summary
A collapsible target is disclosed. The target comprises a frame that is collapsible from an open, unfolded configuration, to a closed, folded configuration. A fabric housing is mounted on the frame using a series of capped connectors and grommets. The housing comprises a plurality of panels joined together to from an inner compartment. The front panel of the compartment is formed with a window. A target assembly comprising a self-resetting spinner and a base is mounted in the compartment behind the window. The spinner may be mounted on an illuminated axle. The base is dimensioned for alternately holding a breakable clay target. The target is highly portable and easy to setup and take down. The target may be conveniently stored in a bag when not in use.