Magnetic Hook and Loop Strap for Secure Metal Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
In industries such as car/truck wrapping and fitness, there is a need for safely and easily attaching heavy objects like heat guns and water bottles to metal surfaces, as existing solutions result in damage, loss, or inconvenience due to lack of secure attachment points.
Innovation Solution
A self-engaging fastener system comprising a loop and hook portion with magnets and rubber surfaces, allowing for adjustable and secure attachment of objects to metal surfaces, preventing damage and providing convenient access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If objects are placed on metal surfaces without secure attachment, then they are easily accessible, but they fall off and cause damage or injury
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical attachment methods (clamps, screws, adhesives) with a magnetic field-based attachment system. The magnet embedded in the strap creates magnetic attraction forces that securely hold objects on metal surfaces without mechanical contact, eliminating the harmful effects of insecure placement while maintaining easy accessibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnet acts as an intermediary between the strap and the metal surface, creating an invisible magnetic field that provides secure attachment. This intermediary magnetic field allows the strap to hold objects reliably without direct mechanical connection, preventing damage and injury while keeping objects accessible during work.
2Ease of operation
If heat guns are set on the ground for accessibility, then they are easily reachable, but they are run over and damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic attachment system replaces ground placement with magnetic adhesion to vertical metal surfaces. The magnet creates sufficient holding force to keep the heat gun securely attached to equipment or vehicle surfaces, preventing it from being run over while maintaining close proximity for easy access during operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions the heat gun from horizontal ground placement to vertical attachment on metal surfaces. By utilizing the vertical dimension and magnetic attraction, the heat gun is elevated to a safe position that prevents damage from vehicles while remaining easily accessible to the operator.
3Reliability
If traditional fastening methods are used, then objects can be secured, but the attachment and detachment process is time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic attachment system is self-activating - when the strap with the magnet approaches the metal surface, the magnetic attraction automatically engages and secures the object. Detachment is equally simple - simply move the strap away from the metal surface and the magnetic hold releases. This eliminates the time-consuming manual fastening and unfastening operations required by traditional mechanical methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic field replaces mechanical fastening mechanisms (screws, clips, adhesives) that require manual manipulation and tools. The magnetic attraction provides immediate secure attachment upon contact and automatic release when separated, dramatically reducing the time required for attachment and detachment operations.
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 solution effectively keeps objects like heat guns and squeegees secure, preventing damage and loss, and allows for continuous use without the need for frequent bending, thereby enhancing safety and efficiency in these industries.
Implementation Method 1
at least one magnet
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus for removeably attaching an object to a metal surface is provided. The apparatus comprises a loop portion with a top surface and a bottom surface, a hook portion with a top surface and a bottom surface, a connector, and at least one magnet.