Drum Pedal Assembly with Adjustable Spring and Rotatable Base
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing drum and cymbal pedal assemblies lack sufficient adjustability to accommodate the diverse techniques and preferences of drummers, leading to unwieldy adjustment mechanisms that reduce customization options.
Innovation Solution
A drum pedal assembly with adjustable features such as a rotatable base plate, a spring mechanism with adjustable tension, and a rigid link member, along with interlocking tab/slot combinations and a collapsible design, allowing for independent adjustment of tension, resistance, and inclination angle, enhancing customization and usability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable features are added to meet diverse drummer techniques and preferences, then customization capability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The pedal assembly is divided into multiple independently adjustable components: the spring mechanism for tension adjustment, the base plate for inclination angle adjustment, and the pedal position for resistance adjustment. Each component can be adjusted separately without affecting the others, providing comprehensive customization while keeping each adjustment mechanism relatively simple.
Solution Approach 2:
The pedal assembly incorporates multiple dynamic adjustment capabilities that allow the device to adapt to different playing styles and techniques. The spring tension, base plate angle, and pedal position can all be dynamically adjusted during setup to match the drummer's specific needs, making the system highly versatile without requiring an overly complex mechanism.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple adjustment mechanisms are provided for tension, resistance, and inclination, then customization is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to unwieldy adjustments
Solution Approach 1:
Each adjustment function (tension, resistance, inclination) is separated into its own independent mechanism with its own adjustment component. The spring mechanism handles tension independently, the base plate handles inclination independently, and the pedal position handles resistance independently. This segmentation allows each adjustment to be made separately and easily without interfering with the other adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs multiple adjustable parameters (spring tension, base plate inclination angle, pedal position) that can be independently modified. Each parameter change is achieved through a dedicated adjustment mechanism, allowing the user to fine-tune each aspect of the pedal's performance separately, making the overall adjustment process more manageable and easier to operate.
3Adaptability or versatility
If independent adjustment of tension, resistance, and inclination angle is provided, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The pedal assembly is segmented into distinct functional modules: the spring mechanism for tension control, the base plate for inclination control, and the pedal linkage for resistance control. Each module has its own adjustment mechanism that operates independently, allowing three separate adjustment functions to be achieved without requiring a single complex integrated mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The pedal assembly achieves multi-functionality through its independent adjustment mechanisms. The same basic pedal structure can be configured with different tension, resistance, and inclination settings to accommodate various playing styles and techniques. This universal design allows a single device to serve multiple purposes without requiring multiple separate mechanisms for each function.
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 provides a highly customizable and efficient pedal assembly that can be tailored to individual drummer preferences, offering improved playability with reduced rebound and lag time, and easier storage and transport.
Implementation Method 1
a spring mechanism operably linked to the pedal
Implementation Method 2
A first spring tensioning feature can be operable to adjust the length of the spring mechanism
Data Source
AI summary
Drum pedal assemblies are disclosed which can include one or more adjustment features. Adjustment features which can be included in embodiments of the present disclosure can include components for adjusting pedal angle and/or height, and the resistance offered by the pedal (such as due to a spring connection). Pedal assemblies according to some embodiments of the present disclosure can include rotatable base plates for easy storage and travel. Pedal assemblies according to some embodiments the present disclosure can include securing means such as retractable spikes for stabilizing the pedal assembly.