Magnetic Implement Holder for Rotatable Secure Retention

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional implement holders have fixed attachment points that restrict the orientation and securement of implements, limiting versatility and ease of use.

Innovation Solution

A magnetically assisted implement holder with a retention slot and overhanging portions that utilize magnets to rotate and secure implements, allowing for flexible orientation and easy access.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional fixed attachment points are used, then the implement holder provides stable retention, but the orientation and versatility of implements are restricted

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveorientability of implementVSAvoidretention security

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces traditional mechanical fixed attachment points with a magnetic field-based retention system. Magnets embedded in the holder body generate magnetic forces that attract and hold implement blades without requiring fixed mechanical attachment points, allowing the implement to rotate and be oriented in multiple positions while maintaining secure retention.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces dynamic orientability by allowing the implement to rotate freely within the holder's retention space. The magnetic retention system maintains holding force throughout the rotation, enabling the user to position the implement blade at different angles and orientations according to need, transforming a static fixed-orientation system into a dynamic multi-orientation system.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If fixed attachment points are used, then the structure is simple, but ease of operation and accessibility are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveaccessibility of implementVSAvoidholder structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces complex mechanical attachment mechanisms with a simpler magnetic field-based retention system. Instead of using clips, screws, or other mechanical fastening devices, the holder uses embedded magnets to retain the implement, reducing structural complexity while improving ease of operation and accessibility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Adaptability or versatility

If magnets are used to rotate and secure implements, then versatility and ease of use are enhanced, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveorientability of implementVSAvoidmagnetic retention mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the retention function and rotation control into a single integrated magnetic field system. The same magnets that provide secure retention also enable controlled rotation, eliminating the need for separate mechanical components for each function and minimizing overall device complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The magnetic retention system is self-regulating, automatically adjusting the holding force based on the implement's position and orientation. The magnets inherently provide both retention and rotation control without requiring external control mechanisms, allowing the system to serve multiple functions through its basic magnetic field generation capability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

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

Enables secure retention and easy retrieval of implements by rotating them into place using magnets, enhancing usability and versatility compared to traditional holders.

Implementation Method 1

a magnet adjacent to the first side overhanging portion and a second magnet adjacent to the second overhanging portion, wherein when an implement is situated within the retention slot, the magnets rotate the implement and secure it behind the first overhanging portion and second overhanging portion

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetic attraction: Magnetism

Implementation Method 2

the first sidewall and second sidewall constrain the implement in at least one dimension and the magnet holds the implement within the slot

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetic force: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS12035798B2Implement holder

Publication Date: 2024.07.16 GOOD SPORTSMAN MARKETING LLC

AI summary

An implement holder is disclosed. One embodiment provides an implement retention device including a main body having an attachment surface to secure the implement retention device to a mounting surface, a device retention surface having a retention slot that is wider than a device to be stored therein, the retention slot having a first side having an overhanging portion on at least a proximal end of the slot and a second side having an overhanging portion on at least a distal end of the retention slot, and a first magnet adjacent to the first side overhanging portion and a second magnet adjacent to the second overhanging portion, wherein when an implement is situated within the retention slot, the magnets rotate the implement and secures it behind the first overhanging portion and second overhanging portion. Other embodiments are disclosed herein.