Dual Oscillating Cycle Saddle for Pelvic Pressure Relief
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional cycle seats concentrate weight and pressure on the pelvic region, leading to various ailments, including pain and dysfunction in the genital and prostate areas, which alternative designs such as recumbent and noseless seats fail to adequately address by not effectively distributing the pressure and weight.
Innovation Solution
A dual oscillating cycle saddle and support system that transfers weight, pressure, and motion dynamics from the pelvic region to the legs through an arc-like motion, using dual oscillating saddle components and a support system that includes pedaling longitudinal pendulums and a T-arm, distributing the load across a wider surface area and eliminating coccyx involvement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a traditional single-member cycle seat is used, then the seat structure is simple and provides basic rider support, but it concentrates weight and pressure on a small surface area of the pelvic region, causing pain and dysfunction
Solution Approach 1:
The traditional single-member seat is divided into multiple independent components: a first saddle component and a second saddle component, each supported by separate support structures. This segmentation allows the load to be distributed across multiple contact points and surfaces, reducing pressure concentration on the pelvic region while maintaining structural functionality.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If alternative seat designs such as recumbent or noseless seats are used, then genital discomfort is reduced, but pressure and weight are still not effectively distributed from the pelvic region
Solution Approach 1:
The invention introduces longitudinal movement capability to the saddle components, allowing them to oscillate along the longitudinal axis of the bicycle frame. This adds a temporal and spatial dimension to the pressure distribution, enabling dynamic load transfer between the saddle components and the rider's body, thereby effectively distributing pressure away from the pelvic region in a manner that static alternative designs cannot achieve.
3Stress or pressure
If a dual oscillating saddle system is implemented, then pressure is distributed across a wider surface area and pelvic region is relieved, but the device complexity increases with multiple components and support structures
Solution Approach 1:
The first and second saddle components are coupled together to form an integrated dual-saddle assembly that functions as a unified pressure-distribution system. The support structures for both saddles are coordinated to provide synchronized oscillation, merging multiple functions into a coordinated system that achieves superior pressure distribution while managing complexity through integrated design.
Solution Approach 2:
The saddle components are designed to oscillate dynamically along the longitudinal axis, transforming from static support structures to dynamic systems that actively adapt to riding conditions. This dynamic capability allows the system to automatically distribute pressure over time and space, achieving effective pressure relief without requiring overly complex mechanical control systems.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This system alleviates pressure on the pelvic region by mimicking natural body mechanics, reducing discomfort and potential injuries by distributing the load across the gluteus and upper leg area, thereby improving cycling comfort and reducing the risk of pelvic-related issues.
Implementation Method 1
dual oscillating cycle saddle components (301A-301B) that are coupled to a support system (302A-302B) which includes pedaling longitudinal pendulums
Data Source
AI summary
A cycle comprising a cycle frame, a first saddle component, a first support component coupled to the first saddle component and to the cycle frame, wherein the first saddle component moves between an upper pedaling position and a lower pedaling position, a second saddle component, and a second support component coupled to the second saddle component and to the cycle frame, wherein the second saddle component moves between the upper pedaling position and the lower pedaling position, and the first saddle component and the second saddle component are configured to distribute a weight of a rider over a buttocks region and an upper leg region of the rider is shown. In one embodiment, the first saddle component and the second saddle component are ergonomically shaped to contour the rider's buttocks region and upper leg region.