Magnetic Accessory Clip and Sheath for Organized Golf Gear
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions fail to provide an efficient and organized way to carry and access small accessories during activities like golfing, sports, or work, leading to clutter and distraction.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a sheath with eyelets for inserting items and an accessory clip with a hinge and magnet for attaching to clothing, along with a belt system for holding accessories like tees and divot tools, ensuring easy access and organization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If accessories are kept in pockets, wallets, bags, or boxes, then accessories can be stored, but accessibility and organization are reduced leading to clutter and distraction
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory holder is divided into multiple separate pockets, each designed to hold specific types of accessories (e.g., golf balls, tees, divot tools). This segmentation allows for organized storage while maintaining easy accessibility to individual items without creating clutter.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder acts as an intermediary device between the user and accessories, providing a dedicated organizational structure that simplifies access. Instead of searching through pockets or bags, the holder presents accessories in an organized, easily accessible manner.
2Ease of operation
If accessories are tethered around the neck, then accessibility is improved, but comfort and reliability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The holder transitions from neck-tethering (vertical dimension) to belt/waist mounting (horizontal dimension). This dimensional change provides more stable and reliable accessory storage while maintaining accessibility, as the holder can be securely attached to belt loops or the waistband.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple accessories are carried together, then all needed tools are available, but organization and ease of access are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The holder includes multiple specialized pockets (golf ball pocket, tee pocket, divot tool pocket) that keep different accessories separated and organized. This allows users to carry multiple accessories while maintaining easy access to each type through dedicated compartments.
Solution Approach 2:
Each pocket is designed with specific local characteristics suited to its intended accessory type (e.g., elastic openings for golf balls, slots for tees). This localized optimization enables efficient storage of diverse accessories while maintaining overall organization and accessibility.
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 system reduces clutter, keeps accessories readily available, and minimizes distractions by securely holding items in place, allowing users to focus on their activities without worrying about lost or misplaced gear.
Implementation Method 1
a magnet located on or in the top surface of the first clip member, and configured to magnetically attach to a ball marker
Data Source
AI summary
An accessory system comprising: a sheath, the sheath comprising a pocket configured to hold an item; and at least one eyelet for inserting the item into the sheath. An accessory clip comprising: a first handle member extending into a first clip member; a hinge rotatably connected to the first handle member and first clip member; a second handle member extending into a second clip member and also rotatably connected to the hinge, where when first and second handle members are pressed together the first clip member and second clip member will open the accessory clip so that it may be clipped to user worn item; an arm extending from top surface of the first clip member, and configured to hold one or more tees between the top surface of the first clip member and the arm; a magnet located on or in the top surface of the first clip member, and configured to magnetically attach to a ball marker.