Flexible RV Cover with Elastic Securing System

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a lack of secure, adjustable, and easy-to-use cover options for recreational vehicles that do not damage the paint or finish and can accommodate various sizes, be easily cleaned, and stored, while providing protection in all climate and wind conditions.

Innovation Solution

An adjustable and flexible recreational vehicle cover with a securing system, access system, and venting system that dynamically adjusts to fit different RV sizes, can be easily cleaned, and stored without requiring drilling or grommets, and is designed to withstand various weather conditions.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If conventional securing methods (drilling, snaps, twist grommets) are used to secure the cover, then the cover can be firmly attached to the RV, but the paint or finish of the RV may be damaged

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecover attachment securityVSAvoidpaint damage

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs a flexible cover material that can conform to the RV surface without rigid attachment points. The cover uses elastic bands and fabric tension to secure itself, eliminating the need for drilling or rigid fasteners that could damage the paint or finish while maintaining reliable attachment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

2Adaptability or versatility

If the cover is made to fit various RV sizes, then the cover becomes more versatile, but the cover design becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveRV size compatibilityVSAvoidcover adjustment mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent incorporates dynamic adjustment mechanisms including elastic bands with varying lengths, adjustable straps, and flexible positioning systems that allow the cover to adapt to different RV sizes. These dynamic elements enable a single cover design to accommodate multiple vehicle dimensions without requiring multiple specialized covers.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The cover design integrates multiple securing methods (elastic bands, straps, fabric tensioning) into a single universal system that can accommodate various RV types and sizes. This multi-functional approach allows one cover design to serve multiple purposes across different vehicle configurations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If the cover is made secure and adjustable for all conditions, then the cover provides comprehensive protection, but the cover becomes difficult to use and store

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveprotection in all conditionsVSAvoidease of use and storage

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the cover into modular sections or panels that can be independently adjusted and secured. This segmentation allows users to easily manipulate specific portions of the cover for fitting and adjustment while maintaining overall protection. The modular design also facilitates easier folding and storage compared to a single large rigid cover.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS9969251B2Securing apparatus for cover

Publication Date: 2018.05.15 COVERCRAFT IND

AI summary

An exemplary adjustable and flexible recreational or large vehicle cover may have one or more first securing systems and one or more second securing system, and any combination thereof. The first and second securing systems may be used to dynamically change the size and/or configuration of the cover to correspond more closely with an underlying RV or covered object.