Gymnastic Mat Hook-and-loop Tape Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gymnastic appliances with Hook-and-loop tapes for joining often wear out before the rest of the product, making replacement difficult and costly, leading to inferior joints or the need for new appliances.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a detachable second double-sided Hook-and-loop tape member that can be easily replaced, with complementary Hook-and-loop tapes on both sides, and using fixing flanges to secure it, allowing for prolonged use of the permanently mounted first Hook-and-loop tapes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If Hook-and-loop tapes are sewn or glued to the appliance, then secure joining is achieved, but the tapes wear out before the remainder of the product and replacement becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The joining system is divided into two segments: a permanent first Hook-and-loop tape fixed to the appliance, and a replaceable second Hook-and-loop tape that can be easily removed and replaced. This segmentation allows the permanent portion to remain secured while the wear-prone portion can be independently replaced.
Solution Approach 2:
The second Hook-and-loop tape acts as an intermediary between the user and the permanent first tape. It absorbs the wear from frequent attachment and detachment operations, protecting the permanently fixed first tape from degradation while still providing secure joining functionality.
2Stability of the object's composition
If Hook-and-loop tapes are firmly attached to the appliance, then stable joining is achieved, but replacement requires substantial effort and cost
Solution Approach 1:
The joining means are segmented into a permanently fixed first Hook-and-loop tape and a replaceable second Hook-and-loop tape. This allows the stable permanent attachment to remain while simplifying the replacement process for the wear-prone component.
Solution Approach 2:
The second Hook-and-loop tape is designed as a consumable component that can be easily replaced when worn. This disposable approach reduces the overall complexity of replacement compared to replacing entire appliances or permanently fixed tapes.
3Reliability
If entire products are replaced when tapes wear out, then secure joining is maintained, but costs increase substantially
Solution Approach 1:
The wear-prone second Hook-and-loop tape is extracted as a separate replaceable component from the main appliance. This allows only the worn tape to be replaced rather than the entire appliance, significantly reducing replacement costs while maintaining joining security.
Solution Approach 2:
The worn second Hook-and-loop tape can be discarded and replaced with a new one, while the permanent first tape and the rest of the appliance are retained and reused. This selective replacement approach minimizes waste and reduces costs compared to replacing entire products.
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
This solution extends the life of the gymnastic appliances by allowing easy replacement of the wear-prone double-sided Hook-and-loop tape, preventing injuries from loose joints and reducing costs associated with frequent replacements.
Implementation Method 1
the joining means include Hook-and-loop tapes, and wherein the first and second appliances via the joining means are adapted for mutual joining, wherein this joining is effected by complementary Hook-and-loop tapes
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AI summary
The present invention concerns a gymnastic appliance (1) of the type typically used in connection with performing jumping, trampoline or tumbling, wherein the gymnastic appliance includes one or more elastic pads (2,3) or members with joining means (8) at or along at least part of the top side (4), bottom side (5) and/or lateral sides (6) of the appliance, wherein the joining means include Velcro tapes, and wherein joining is effected by complementary Velcro tapes arranged on respective appliances, and where respective appliances together constitute a gymnastic appliance. The new feature of a gymnastic appliance according to the invention is that the joining means are joined with and at least partially covered by a double-sided Velcro tape member (9) with a first side and a second side, the Velcro tape member at the first side including Velcro tape which is complementary to the Velcro tape arranged on the first appliance, and on the second and opposite side including Velcro tape which is complementary to the Velcro tape found on another appliance.