Easily disassemble tail gate apparatus

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing tailgating setups require tools for assembly and disassembly, making them cumbersome for quick setup and teardown at events, and they lack stability and versatility in configuration.

Innovation Solution

A modular tailgate apparatus with a low-profile support frame that allows elements to be easily assembled and disassembled by sliding parts together, held in place by gravity, featuring rotatable tables, umbrellas, and stabilizing shafts, enabling tool-free setup and stability without the need for tools.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional tailgating tables and grills are used, then stability and durability are improved, but assembly and disassembly require tools and are time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveassembly and disassembly easeVSAvoidsetup and teardown time

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The tailgating apparatus is divided into separate modular components including frame sections, table tops, grills, and storage elements that can be independently assembled and disassembled without tools, directly resolving the contradiction by enabling quick setup while maintaining structural integrity

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Components are designed to nest within each other during storage and transport, with smaller elements fitting into larger frame structures, eliminating the need for tools while reducing assembly complexity and time

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

2Ease of operation

If modular components are used for easy assembly, then ease of operation is improved, but stability and structural strength may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetool-free assemblyVSAvoidstructural stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple frame sections and support elements are designed to merge together forming a unified rigid structure that provides stability comparable to traditional fixed assemblies while maintaining tool-free connection through integrated joining mechanisms

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

Connection points and joining surfaces incorporate curved or rounded geometries that distribute mechanical loads more effectively across the modular interfaces, enhancing structural stability without requiring fasteners or tools

Inventive Principle:

Principle #14Spheroidality (Curvature)

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple functional elements are integrated, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveconfiguration flexibilityVSAvoidnumber of components

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The frame structure serves multiple functions simultaneously as a support framework, storage platform, and mounting system for various tables and grills, reducing the number of separate components needed while increasing versatility

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The apparatus incorporates movable and reconfigurable elements such as adjustable table positions and removable components that allow the same structure to adapt to different configurations without requiring additional parts

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Strength

If heavy-duty materials are used for stability, then strength is improved, but weight of the apparatus increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural strengthVSAvoidapparatus weight

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The frame and components utilize composite material constructions combining lightweight alloys and engineered materials that provide high strength-to-weight ratios, maintaining structural integrity while reducing overall apparatus weight for easier transport

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

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 quick and easy setup and teardown of a stable, versatile tailgating system that can be easily transported and stored, providing a flexible and stable surface for events without the need for tools, enhancing user convenience and space efficiency.

Implementation Method 1

a first table including a planar upper surface and having a lower spindle fixedly attached to a bottom of the first table and being snugly and rotatably received in the bore of the first support

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectFriction: Friction

Implementation Method 2

allows elements to be easily assembled and disassembled by sliding parts together, held in place by gravity

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectGravity: Gravitation

Data Source

PatentUS11001313B2Easily disassemble tail gate apparatus

Publication Date: 2021.05.11 TURNER RAYEFIELD J

AI summary

A tail gating apparatus including a horizontal frame with various tables positioned thereon on spindles that allow the tables to rotate in supports mounted on the frame. The frame also supports shade producing umbrellas and alternatively a cook's seat, a stabilizing plate and a wind protection shield.