Foldable Swing Frame with Pivoting Joint Assembly for Compact Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional swing frames occupy significant space when not in use due to their non-foldable design, making them inconvenient for transportation and storage.
Innovation Solution
A foldable swing frame design featuring a seat assembly, lateral supports, joint assemblies, and bottom leg assemblies that pivot between folded and unfolded positions, allowing for compact folding without detaching the seat assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If the swing frame uses a conventional non-foldable design, then the structure is simple and stable, but the occupied space when not in use is large
Solution Approach 1:
The swing frame is divided into separate functional modules: a base assembly, a swing assembly, and a support assembly connected by joint assemblies. This segmentation allows each module to be independently folded and stored, significantly reducing the occupied space while maintaining structural integrity through the joint connections.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces joint assemblies with pivot connections that enable the support assembly and swing assembly to dynamically change between extended and folded positions. This dynamic capability allows the swing frame to adapt its configuration based on usage needs, transitioning from a stable extended state to a compact folded state for storage or transportation.
2Volume of moving object
If the swing frame is made foldable, then the occupied space is reduced, but the stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The joint assemblies incorporate locking mechanisms that engage to secure the support assembly and swing assembly in their extended positions during use. This beforehand cushioning ensures that when the frame is in its stable configuration, the components are firmly locked to prevent unintended movement or collapse, thereby maintaining structural stability despite the foldable design.
3Volume of moving object
If the seat assembly is detached to reduce space, then the occupied space is reduced, but the ease of operation is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The seat assembly is designed as a separate detachable module that can be easily removed from the swing assembly through the joint connections. This segmentation allows users to detach only the seat when storage space is needed, without requiring complete disassembly of the entire frame, thereby maintaining ease of operation while achieving space reduction.
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 foldable design reduces occupied space, enabling easy transportation and storage by allowing the swing frame to be compactly folded when not in use, while maintaining stability in both positions.
Implementation Method 1
The at least one bottom leg assembly is pivotally connected to the at least one lateral support by the at least one joint assembly
Data Source
AI summary
A foldable swing frame is provided and includes a seat assembly, a lateral support, a joint assembly and a bottom leg assembly. The lateral support is located beside the seat assembly. The seat assembly is assembled with the lateral support. The joint assembly is installed on the lateral support. The bottom leg assembly is for standing the foldable swing frame. The bottom leg assembly is assembled with the joint assembly. The bottom leg assembly is pivotally connected to the lateral support by the joint assembly, and the bottom leg assembly is switchable between a folded position and an unfolded position relative to the lateral support by the joint assembly. One or more embodiments of the foldable swing frame can be folded compactly to reduce an occupied space of the foldable swing frame without detachment of the seat assembly for easy transportation and easy storage.