Multi-Orientation Attachment Panel for Flexible Gear Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Standard modular attachment grids and panels lack adaptability in holding equipment, constraining load carriage equipment options and limiting space and orientation flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A multi-oriented attachment panel designed for modular attachment grids, featuring straps that allow attachment in different configurations, and an object retention arrangement to securely hold items, enabling versatile orientation adjustments and tool accessibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If standard modular attachment grids and panels are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the adaptability in holding equipment is limited and orientation flexibility is constrained
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment panel is divided into multiple functional components: a base layer, multiple sets of straps (first straps, second straps, third straps), and an object retention arrangement. Each component can be independently configured to achieve different attachment orientations and equipment configurations, thereby improving adaptability without requiring complete redesign of the entire panel.
Solution Approach 2:
The panel incorporates multiple strap sets (first straps for vertical attachment, second straps for horizontal attachment, third straps for alternative configurations) that can be used interchangeably to achieve different attachment orientations. This multi-functionality allows a single panel design to serve multiple purposes and adapt to various equipment holding needs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple strap configurations are added to enable different attachment orientations, then adaptability improves, but the number of components and structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple strap sets are integrated onto a single attachment panel base, combining what would traditionally require separate panels into one unified structure. The first straps, second straps, and third straps are all attached to the same base and can be used in combination or independently, reducing the total number of separate components needed while maintaining orientation flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The panel design allows dynamic reconfiguration between different attachment orientations by selectively using different strap sets. Users can dynamically switch between vertical attachment (using first straps), horizontal attachment (using second straps), or alternative configurations (using third straps) based on the specific equipment holding needs, making the panel adaptable rather than fixed.
3Ease of manufacture
If the panel structure is simplified for ease of manufacture, then production cost decreases, but the ability to accommodate diverse load carrying needs is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple strap sets and the object retention arrangement are pre-attached to the panel base during manufacturing in specific patterns and orientations. This preliminary configuration allows the panel to be produced as a complete, ready-to-use component with built-in adaptability, eliminating the need for complex field assembly or customization while maintaining manufacturing simplicity through standardized pre-configuration.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to an attachable panel attachable to a modular attachment grid in either a first or second configuration to hold equipment in different orientations and configurations.