Multi-Tool Handle With Angled Ends And Attachable Tools
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tools are bulky, limited in function, and require a large collection for various tasks, making them difficult to use in tight spaces and requiring excessive storage and time to switch between tools.
Innovation Solution
A handheld multi-tool with elongate central handle featuring two angled tools at opposite ends, allowing for the attachment of multiple secondary tools via frictional or snap-fit connections, providing a compact and versatile solution for various tasks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate tools are used to perform various tasks, then functional versatility is improved, but device complexity and storage requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate tools into a single integrated multi-tool device. The handle integrates a first tool at its first end and a second tool at its second end, allowing multiple functions to be performed with one device rather than requiring separate tools for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The handle is designed as a universal platform that can accommodate different tool configurations and attachments. The first and second tools can be various types (scrapers, chisels, pry bars, etc.), and the handle structure allows for potential additional attachments, making the device adaptable to multiple different tasks and functions.
2Productivity
If traditional tools are used, then task performance is achieved, but ease of operation in tight spaces deteriorates due to bulky design
Solution Approach 1:
The multi-tool device segments functions into separate tool components attached to different ends of the handle. This segmentation allows each tool to be optimized for its specific function while the overall device remains compact enough to access tight spaces, as only one tool is needed at a time rather than carrying multiple bulky tools.
3Reliability
If multiple tools are required for different tasks, then task specificity is improved, but loss of time increases due to switching between tools
Solution Approach 1:
By merging multiple tools into a single handle assembly with tools at opposite ends, the device eliminates the need to switch between separate tools. The user can simply flip the handle or switch between the first and second tools depending on which end is accessible, significantly reducing tool switching time while maintaining task specificity.
4Adaptability or versatility
If a wide variety of tools is maintained, then adaptability to different tasks is improved, but storage space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The handle serves as a universal carrier that can hold different tool configurations. Rather than storing multiple separate tools, the user stores one multi-tool handle that can be configured with different first and second tools depending on the task requirements, dramatically reducing storage space needs while maintaining adaptability.
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 multi-tool offers a compact, ergonomic, and versatile solution that reduces the need for multiple tools, enhancing usability in tight spaces and minimizing storage requirements while providing mechanical advantage and balance.
Implementation Method 1
an aperture which is sized to be frictionally fit over the flat profile of at least one of the first tool and the second tool
Data Source
AI summary
A handheld multi-tool is provided. The tool has an elongate central handle with an integrally formed tool at each opposite end of the handle. A plurality of additional tools may be attached to the multi-tool by slideably fitting over one of the integrally formed tools, leading to a wide variety of operational modes for the multi-tool.