Portable self-standing hammock frame with shortened hammock and method for suspending shortened hammock on a frame
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for novel hammock designs and methods that provide a self-standing, portable, and stable structure with improved comfort and versatility, as existing hammocks often require external support and lack flexibility in configuration.
Innovation Solution
A self-standing framed hammock with a cross-shaped tube structure, foam-padded end bars, and a method of constructing the hammock fabric to slide over these bars, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly, along with corner end caps for attaching additional accessories, creating a compact and versatile design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional hammocks are used, then they provide basic suspension function, but they require external support structures (trees, poles) and lack portability
Solution Approach 1:
The hammock system is divided into separate functional modules: a portable frame structure with adjustable legs, a suspended hammock body, and detachable connecting elements. This segmentation allows the frame to stand independently without external support while maintaining ease of assembly and disassembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The frame structure is designed to be self-supporting through its geometric configuration and adjustable leg mechanism, eliminating the need for external trees or poles. The structure serves its own support function, making the system truly portable and adaptable to any location.
2Reliability
If hammock fabric is suspended on a frame, then it provides structural support, but it requires complex attachment mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The connection between the hammock fabric and frame uses dynamic, adjustable elements such as webbing straps with buckles or quick-release mechanisms. These allow for easy adjustment of tension and positioning while maintaining secure attachment, simplifying both assembly and configuration.
3Ease of operation
If foam padding is added to end bars, then user comfort is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The foam padding is integrated directly into the end bar structure, either by molding the foam to the bar shape or by using adhesive bonding and mechanical attachment methods. This merging of components eliminates separate assembly steps while providing continuous comfort contact points for users.
4Adaptability or versatility
If corner end caps with accessory attachments are added, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The corner end caps are designed as universal mounting points that can accommodate various accessories through standardized attachment mechanisms. These multi-functional elements serve both structural purposes (completing the frame) and accessory mounting purposes, eliminating the need for separate mounting hardware for different accessories.
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AI summary
The present invention is generally directed to self-standing structural frames including a fabric that is suspended on the frames. In one aspect, the present invention provides a self-standing framed hammock. The hammock includes: two end bars that connect the x-shaped frames; and at least one panel of fabric suspended between the two end bars of the x-shape; wherein the panel of fabric is gathered and distributed along an end bar that is fixed to the end caps, and wherein the panel of fabric has foam padding to cover the end bar. Wherein the corner end caps have the ability to attach additional frame parts and/or accessories to the frame, and wherein the feet are extended to have two points of ground contact and extend the width of the base footprint of the frame.