Dynamic Climbing Lattice With Hinged Flexible Support Rods
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing climbing equipment, such as monkey bars, is static and limited in providing a dynamic and engaging climbing experience.
Innovation Solution
A climbing system comprising flexible support rods connected by hinge limiters, allowing for dynamic kinetic energy transfer through a climbing lattice, which includes tethers and a net structure, providing a challenging and fun climbing experience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional static climbing structures like monkey bars are used, then structural simplicity and ease of manufacture are maintained, but user engagement and climbing experience are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by replacing static rigid connections with dynamic flexible elements. The support rods are made flexible and connected through hinge limiters that allow controlled movement, enabling the structure to adapt to climber movements and provide a dynamic climbing experience while maintaining structural integrity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes physical parameters by introducing flexible support rods with specific flexibility characteristics and hinge limiters with controlled rotation ranges. These parameter changes enable the structure to transition from rigid and static to flexible and dynamic, improving climbing engagement without compromising safety
2Use of energy by moving object
If flexible support rods with hinge limiters are introduced to create dynamic movement, then user engagement and kinetic energy transfer are improved, but structural complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the climbing structure into modular components: flexible support rods, hinge limiters, climbing lattice, and base assemblies. This segmentation allows for simplified manufacturing of individual parts and easier assembly, while the combined system achieves the desired kinetic energy transfer and dynamic movement
Solution Approach 2:
The hinge limiter acts as an intermediary component between the flexible support rods and the climbing lattice. It mediates the connection by allowing controlled rotation and movement, enabling kinetic energy transfer while simplifying the overall assembly process through standardized connection interfaces
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 system offers a dynamic and engaging climbing experience by transferring kinetic energy between the climber and the structure, enhancing user interaction and enjoyment.
Implementation Method 1
hinge limiter, with first stop plate, affixed to the first hinge bracket; a second hinge bracket, the second hinge bracket rotatably attached to the first hinge bracket; a second hinge limiter, with second stop plate, affixed to the second hinge bracket, and the first hinge bracket and the second hinge bracket rotatable relative to each other, with limited rotation by engagement of the first stop plate with the second stop plate
Data Source
AI summary
A climbing system can include a left end base assembly (EBA), the left EBA including a left end support; a right EBA, the right EBA including a right end support; at least one left support rod that extends inboard from the left EBA; at least one right support rod that extends inboard from the right EBA; a plurality of first tethers extending down from the first support rod; a plurality of second tethers extending down from the second support rod; and a climbing lattice, and the plurality of first tethers and the plurality of second tethers connected to and supporting the climbing lattice, with the climbing lattice providing for human climbing engagement.