Self-Adjusting Golf Bag Strap Connector Plate Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional golf bag carrying straps require manual adjustment to accommodate shifting loads, which is cumbersome and time-consuming.

Innovation Solution

A self-adjustable carrying strap system featuring a connector plate with overlapping channels allows the straps to automatically adjust without manual intervention, ensuring free movement and even load distribution.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If conventional carrying straps with buckles are used, then the straps can be securely fastened to the bag, but manual adjustment is required when the load shifts, which is cumbersome and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustment convenienceVSAvoidtime for adjustment

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The carrying strap system automatically adjusts itself when the load shifts. The first and second carrying straps are configured to move relative to each other along the buckle, allowing the straps to self-adjust without requiring the user to manually intervene, thus eliminating the time loss and effort associated with manual adjustment

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The buckle is designed to allow dynamic movement of the carrying straps relative to each other. The straps can slide along the buckle while maintaining secure fastening, enabling the system to adapt dynamically to load shifts rather than being fixed in a static position

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If the carrying straps are restrained to prevent movement, then stability is improved, but the straps cannot adjust automatically when the load shifts

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestrap stabilityVSAvoidautomatic adjustment capability

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The buckle allows the carrying straps to move dynamically relative to each other while maintaining secure attachment to the bag. This dynamic capability enables automatic adjustment when loads shift, combining stability with adaptability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple slots are provided in the buckle for strap adjustment, then adjustment flexibility is improved, but the straps are pinched and restrained from moving freely

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustment flexibilityVSAvoidstrap movement freedom

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

Instead of using multiple discrete slots that restrain the straps, the invention uses a continuous movement mechanism where the straps can slide along the buckle. This provides both adjustment flexibility and movement freedom, allowing the straps to adapt continuously rather than being limited to fixed positions

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS20250120497A1Self-adjustable carrying strap system and methods to manufacture self-adjustable carrying strap system

Publication Date: 2025.04.17 KARSTEN MFG CORP

AI summary

Embodiments of bag having a self-adjustable carrying strap system and methods to manufacture such a bag are generally described herein. Other embodiments that may be described and claimed include a golf bag having a self-adjustable carrying strap system.