Reusable Hand Wrap Chassis for Fast Self-Applied Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hand taping methods for combat training are time-consuming, require professional assistance, and lack a reusable alternative that provides the same level of safety and alignment as traditional cloth wraps.
Innovation Solution
A reusable hand wrap device with a pre-formed chassis and multiple fastening layers that mimic professional hand taping, allowing for easy installation and removal without third-party assistance, featuring straps and molded knuckle pads for enhanced support and alignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional cloth wraps are used for hand taping, then safety and alignment are provided, but time consumption increases and professional assistance is required
Solution Approach 1:
The hand wrap device is pre-assembled with all necessary straps, pads, and fastening mechanisms already configured in the correct positions. The chassis structure pre-positions the knuckle pads and wrist supports before application, eliminating the need for professional trainers to manually assemble and adjust the wrap during training sessions.
Solution Approach 2:
The device incorporates self-fastening mechanisms including hook-and-loop straps and elastic bands that allow athletes to apply and secure the hand wrap independently without professional assistance. The adjustable design enables users to customize the fit while maintaining proper alignment, making the system self-sufficient.
2Reliability
If traditional cloth wraps are used for hand taping, then safety and alignment are provided, but accessibility decreases due to requiring professional assistance
Solution Approach 1:
The hand wrap device is designed with user-friendly fastening mechanisms that enable athletes to apply the wrap independently. The adjustable straps and elastic components allow self-adjustment to achieve proper fit and alignment, eliminating the need for professional trainers and making the safety benefits accessible to all athletes regardless of skill level.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is divided into modular components including separate knuckle pads, wrist supports, and fastening straps that can be independently adjusted and positioned. This segmentation allows athletes to apply each component according to their specific needs while maintaining overall alignment, making the system more accessible and adaptable to different users.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If gloves are used to add cushions, then protection is provided, but controlled alignment and structural force are not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The hand wrap device segments the hand into distinct anatomical zones (knuckles, wrist, palm) and applies specialized structural support to each. The chassis structure with positioned knuckle pads and wrist supports creates targeted alignment and structural force in specific areas, rather than providing uniform cushioning like gloves.
Solution Approach 2:
The device applies different types of support to different parts of the hand: rigid knuckle pads for impact protection, elastic wrist supports for alignment, and adjustable straps for securing. This localized approach provides both protection and controlled alignment simultaneously, addressing the limitations of generic glove design.
4Reliability
If hand taping is performed by professionals, then safety and alignment are achieved, but device complexity increases due to multiple layers and fastening mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The device merges multiple functional elements (straps, pads, fastening mechanisms) into an integrated chassis structure. The knuckle pads, wrist supports, and fastening straps are combined in a pre-assembled unit that maintains proper alignment while simplifying the application process compared to traditional multi-layer cloth wrapping.
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AI summary
The hand wrap of the present disclosure comprises a chassis that is a central hub or base for supporting supplemental support elements or features such as, for example, straps, cushions, braces, loops, or the like which extend therefrom in multiple arrangements and directions. These supplemental supports provide an overlapping support system relative to the chassis that mimics professional hand taping. Multiple anchoring locations and stabilizing structures are provided without the use of cloth wraps or trainer support.