Suspension strap assembly for a punching bag

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing boxing training apparatuses do not effectively distribute the load of heavy bags during physical training, potentially causing structural damage to buildings and not adequately absorbing repetitive impacts.

Innovation Solution

A suspension strap assembly comprising a superior mount, suspension apparatus, and heavy bag that incorporates a c-ring structure, tension spring, and carabiner to securely attach the heavy bag to a load-bearing structure, distributing the load and absorbing impacts through an elastic load path.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a heavy bag is suspended using existing apparatus, then the heavy bag can be used for training, but the load is not effectively distributed causing potential structural damage to buildings

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural safetyVSAvoidstructural damage

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The suspension system is divided into multiple independent components: superior mount attached to load-bearing structure, suspension apparatus with multiple straps, inferior mount with distribution members. This segmentation distributes the load across multiple attachment points and structural elements, preventing concentration of force that could cause damage.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The load distribution extends from a single-point suspension to a multi-dimensional load path. The superior mount distributes load across ceiling joists or beams, the suspension apparatus distributes it vertically through multiple straps, and the inferior mount distributes it horizontally across the bag assembly. This multi-dimensional approach prevents structural damage.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Reliability

If a heavy bag is suspended using existing apparatus, then the heavy bag can be used for training, but repetitive impacts are not adequately absorbed

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveimpact absorptionVSAvoidrepetitive impacts

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The suspension apparatus incorporates elastic elements and tension springs that are pre-configured to absorb impact forces. The system is designed beforehand to cushion repetitive impacts during training, preventing damage to both the bag and surrounding structures before damage occurs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

Solution Approach 2:

The suspension system utilizes materials and mechanisms that change their mechanical parameters dynamically. The tension spring adjusts its stiffness, the elastic elements increase their damping capacity under impact loads, and the webbing straps exhibit non-linear elastic behavior. These parameter changes enable effective absorption of repetitive impacts.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If a suspension system is designed for safety and durability, then load distribution and impact absorption are improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesafety and durabilityVSAvoidnumber of components

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Each component in the suspension system serves multiple functions. The superior mount provides structural attachment and load distribution. The suspension apparatus simultaneously suspends the bag, distributes load, and absorbs impacts. The inferior mount attaches to the bag while also distributing forces. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional specialized components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines multiple functions into integrated components. The suspension apparatus merges suspension, load distribution, and impact absorption functions into a single coordinated system. The inferior mount combines attachment mechanisms with load distribution elements. This merging reduces overall system complexity while maintaining safety and durability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

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 suspension strap assembly securely attaches and distributes the load of the heavy bag, preventing structural damage and effectively absorbing repetitive impacts during physical training, enhancing safety and durability.

Implementation Method 1

absorbing impacts through an elastic load path

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS11395949B1Suspension strap assembly for a punching bag

Publication Date: 2022.07.26 BROWN JAMES

AI summary

The suspension strap assembly for a punching bag is an apparatus that is configured for use in physical training. The suspension strap assembly for a punching bag suspends a heavy bag in a manner appropriate for use in the physical training for boxing activities. The suspension strap assembly for a punching bag comprises a superior mount, a suspension apparatus, and a heavy bag. The suspension apparatus attaches the heavy bag to the superior mount. The heavy bag provides a target used for physical training. The superior mount suspends the suspension apparatus and the heavy bag from a load bearing structure such that the load of the suspension apparatus and the heavy bag are incorporated into the load path of a building or structure.