Multi-tool Holder with Reversible Prong Clip
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Solution Overview
Problem
Multi-tool devices face limitations in functionality due to the compact and portable design, which restricts the convenience and accessibility of the tools they provide.
Innovation Solution
A multi-tool holder with an elongated planar member and a tool clip that includes reversible prongs for secure attachment and release, allowing for easy access and integration of additional accessories, enhancing the utility of the multi-tool.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If multi-tool devices are designed to be compact and portable, then portability is improved, but functionality is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into modular components including an elongated planar member with a track, a removable tool clip with prongs, and attachment points for accessories. This segmentation allows the base holder to remain compact while functionality is expanded through addable modules like tool clips and accessories that attach to the planar member
Solution Approach 2:
The holder utilizes the vertical dimension by featuring an elongated planar member that extends along the length of the multi-tool, providing multiple attachment points distributed along this dimension. This allows accessories to be arranged linearly along the tool's length rather than competing for limited surface area, effectively expanding functionality without increasing bulk
2Adaptability or versatility
If accessories are added to enhance functionality, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The elongated planar member serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the holder, contains a track for the tool clip, and includes attachment points for various accessories. The tool clip itself is universal, designed to attach to different multi-tool devices through its prongs that mate with ports on various tools. This multi-functionality reduces overall system complexity by consolidating multiple features into single components
Solution Approach 2:
The tool clip with its prongs nests within the track on the planar member, creating a nested structure where the clip can be inserted and secured. This nesting approach allows the tool clip to be stored within the holder structure when not in use, and easily deployed when needed, adding functionality without permanently increasing structural complexity
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AI summary
A multi-tool holder is disclosed including an elongated planar member with a track configured to receive a multi-tool and tool clip. The tool clip is coupled with the elongated planar member and includes one or more prongs that reversibly mate with a port of the multi-tool, wherein the multi-tool includes a mechanism configured to release the multi-tool from the tool clip in response to movement of the mechanism in a first direction.