Golf Bag Stand Assembly with Pivotable Base for Terrain Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wheeled golf bags struggle to maintain stability on uneven terrain, as they often tilt or fail to stand securely on rugged surfaces due to their design.
Innovation Solution
A golf bag with a stand assembly that includes a base with two pivotable base members, wheels, and a bag body with adjustable stands, allowing the bag to switch between an upright and self-standing position, ensuring stability on flat and uneven surfaces through adjustable bottom contact points and spring-loaded stands.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a conventional wheeled golf bag is used, then the golfer can drag the bag easily on flat surfaces, but the bag cannot stand stably on rugged or uneven terrain
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic base structure where the second base member can pivot between a first position (coplanar with first base member for dragging) and a second position (non-coplanar for stability). The stands also pivot between retracted and extended positions, allowing the bag to adapt its configuration based on whether it is being dragged or needs to stand independently on uneven terrain.
Solution Approach 2:
The base is divided into two separate base members (first base member and second base member) that can move independently relative to each other. The stands are also segmented as separate pivotable components. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function: the first base member provides a stable dragging surface, while the second base member and stands provide adjustable support points for stability on rugged terrain.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the golf bag has a fixed base structure, then the structure is simple, but the bag cannot adapt to both flat and uneven surfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The base assembly serves multiple functions through its configurable structure. When the second base member is in the first position and stands are retracted, the bag functions as a wheeled dragging bag on flat surfaces. When the second base member pivots to the second position and stands extend, the bag transforms into a stable standalone structure on rugged terrain. This multi-functionality allows a single device to handle diverse terrain conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs dynamic, pivotable connections between the first and second base members, and between the stands and the bag body. These dynamic joints allow the structure to transition between different configurations, enabling the bag to adapt its base geometry and stand orientation based on terrain requirements, thus achieving versatility without requiring multiple separate devices.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the stands are always extended, then the bag stands stably on uneven terrain, but the bag cannot be easily dragged on flat surfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The stands are designed with pivotable connections that allow them to dynamically change position. They can pivot between an extended position (providing stability on uneven terrain) and a retracted position (close to the bag body for easy dragging on flat surfaces). This dynamic positioning capability resolves the contradiction by allowing the stands to be in the appropriate configuration for each operating condition.
Solution Approach 2:
Before dragging the bag on flat terrain, the user can preliminarily retract the stands to a position close to the bag body, eliminating the obstacle of extended stands during dragging. Conversely, before placing the bag on uneven terrain, the stands can be preliminarily extended to ensure stability. This preliminary adjustment of stand position optimizes the bag's performance for the intended operation.
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 golf bag maintains stability on flat surfaces with maximum bottom area contact and adapts to uneven terrain by forming three support points, allowing secure self-standing and easy dragging with wheels.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic member connected to the first limiting member and the stand assembly to provide the stands a spring force
Data Source
AI summary
A golf bag includes a base, two wheels, a bag body and a stand assembly. The base has a first base member and a second base member. The first base member has a first bottom side. The second base is pivoted on the first base member to be turned between a first position and a second position. The bag body is connected to the base, and is turned between a third position and a fourth position. The stand assembly has two stands, which are turned between a fifth position and a sixth position. Wherein, the golf bag can be switched between an upright status and a self-standing status. In the upright status, the golf bag has both the first bottom side and the second bottom side touch the ground. In the self-standing status, the golf bag has the first bottom side and distal ends of the stands touch the ground.