Three-Point Hunting Saddle Mount for Stable Accessory Support

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Solution Overview

Problem

Hunting saddles, primarily constructed of flexible materials, lack a stable and secure means to support accessories such as cameras and phones, limiting their functionality.

Innovation Solution

A three-point connection apparatus comprising a clip and two hooks, integrally formed or separately mounted, securely attaches to a saddle hunting assembly, providing a stable base for accessory support.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If a heavy wooden or steel support structure is used to elevate the hunter, then stability and support are improved, but portability and ease of transport deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

ImprovestabilityVSAvoidportability

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies flexible materials throughout the hunting saddle system, including flexible fabric panels for the saddle body, flexible webbing for straps and tethers, and flexible foam for padding. This replaces traditional rigid wooden or steel structures with flexible components that can be easily packed and transported while still providing adequate support when deployed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

2Weight of moving object

If flexible materials are used to construct the hunting saddle, then portability is improved, but the ability to support accessories deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveportabilityVSAvoidaccessory support capability

Core Design Contradiction:

Weight of moving objectVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs composite material construction, combining flexible fabric panels with rigid or semi-rigid components such as plastic buckles, metal D-rings, and reinforced attachment points. This composite approach maintains the overall flexibility and portability of the saddle while providing specific localized areas of enhanced strength capable of supporting camera mounts, phone holders, and other hunting accessories.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The hunting saddle is divided into multiple functional segments including separate saddle panels, adjustable straps, independent tether systems, and modular accessory attachment points. This segmentation allows the flexible components to be distributed throughout the structure, with specific segments reinforced for accessory support while maintaining overall portability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Stability of the object's composition

If a stationary seat is used in a tree stand, then stability is improved, but movement freedom deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

ImprovestabilityVSAvoidmovement freedom

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The hunting saddle employs dynamic, flexible components that allow the hunter to move freely while maintaining stability. The flexible fabric panels and webbing straps can accommodate various body positions and movements, unlike rigid stationary seats. The adjustable nature of the flexible components allows the hunter to reposition themselves as needed while remaining suspended in the tree.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS12504116B2Accessory support for hunting saddle

Publication Date: 2025.12.23 GRIFFIN JACOB JOSEPH

AI summary

An apparatus includes three connectors to connect an accessory to a hunting saddle assembly, thereby providing a stable and secure platform in an environment in which materials are primarily flexible and bendable.