Magnetic Golf Accessory Mounts for Fast Secure Rearrangement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional golf accessory attachments are inconvenient, time-consuming, and limited in space, often requiring multiple parts and methods, making it difficult to access and organize accessories efficiently during activities like golfing.
Innovation Solution
A magnetically connectable attachment system comprising a base and connectors that allow accessories to be easily attached, organized, and rearranged, using magnets for secure and interchangeable connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional mounting brackets with screws, rivets, or bolts are used to attach accessories to a golf cart, then the accessories are securely attached, but the attachment process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical fastening system (screws, rivets, bolts) with a magnetic attachment system. The base includes magnets that magnetically attract to the golf cart, eliminating the need for multiple mechanical components and simplifying the attachment process while maintaining secure attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges multiple separate attachment components (base, connectors, accessories) into a unified magnetic attachment system. The base with integrated magnets combines the mounting function and the connectors with attachment portions combine multiple functions into single components, reducing overall system complexity.
2Reliability
If conventional clamps or rings are used to attach golf towels to golf bags, then the towels are securely held, but the player must be near the bag to access the towel
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the attachment system into a base that attaches to the golf cart and separate connectors that can hold various accessories including towels. This allows accessories to be distributed at different locations on the golf cart, making them more accessible to the player during play.
3Reliability
If multiple conventional attachment methods are used for different accessories, then each accessory can be securely attached, but the attachment process becomes time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal magnetic attachment system where the base with magnets can attach to the golf cart, and the standardized connectors with attachment portions can connect to multiple types of accessories. This multi-functional system allows different accessories to be attached using the same magnetic mechanism, significantly reducing attachment time.
4Reliability
If conventional mounting brackets are custom made for particular uses, then the accessories are securely attached, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the base and connectors with universal attachment portions that can accommodate various accessories without requiring custom-made brackets. The standardized magnetic connection system provides adaptability for different uses while maintaining secure attachment and reducing device complexity.
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 provides convenient, efficient access to accessories, allowing them to be quickly attached and detached, organized, and rearranged as needed, enhancing usability and reducing the risk of loss.
Implementation Method 1
The base may include one or more magnets, and the one or more magnets may be sized and configured to allow the base to be magnetically connected to a support surface
Implementation Method 2
The connectors may include one or more magnets, and the one or more magnets may be sized and configured to allow the connectors to be magnetically connected to the base and to each other
Data Source
AI summary
An attachment system may include a base and one or more connectors. The connectors may be magnetically connected, interchangeably connected, and/or disposed in a stacked configuration. The connectors may also be interchangeably attached to the base and the base may be connected to a support or structure such as a golf cart or golf bag. The base may include a first base portion, and the first base portion may include a first surface having one or more magnets. The first surface may be configured to attach the base to a mounting surface. The base may include one or more base attachment portions, and one or more connectors may be attached to the base attachment portions. The base and/or connectors may also allow one or more accessories to be mounted to the base, and the accessories may be disposed in desired arrangements and configurations.