Post Mount Quick Release Locking Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Recreational vehicles with ramp doors often lack a secure and easy-to-use mounting system for removable railings, which can lead to safety issues as users may inadvertently step off the ramp.
Innovation Solution
A post mount system comprising a base and a pivotally connected pedal that selectively receives and locks a post railing, allowing for secure attachment to the ramp door or frame, enabling easy installation and removal while ensuring safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a traditional mounting system is used for railing posts, then the structure may be simple, but the security and reliability are insufficient leading to safety issues
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate components: a base mounted to the ramp door, and a post with a pedal mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the base provides secure mounting while the post includes safety features, resolving the contradiction between simplicity and reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The pedal acts as an intermediary element between the post and the base. It provides a mechanical locking action that secures the post to the base through a cam or lever mechanism, creating a reliable connection without requiring complex fastening systems.
2Reliability
If the railing posts are permanently fixed, then safety is improved, but the adaptability and ease of configuration are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system transitions from a static permanent fixation to a dynamic removable connection. The post can be inserted into the base, locked in place through the pedal mechanism, and later removed when needed, providing both safety during use and adaptability for reconfiguration.
Solution Approach 2:
The base is pre-mounted to the ramp door structure, preparing the mounting location in advance. This preliminary action allows posts to be quickly installed and removed without requiring complex installation procedures each time, maintaining both security and versatility.
3Reliability
If the mounting system requires multiple components and steps, then reliability may be improved, but the ease of operation and installation time are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The locking function is extracted from a multi-step fastening process and consolidated into a single pedal actuation. Depressing the pedal engages the locking mechanism in one motion, significantly simplifying the installation operation while maintaining reliable security.
Solution Approach 2:
The pedal mechanism is designed to be self-actuating through user weight or simple foot pressure. The mechanical advantage built into the pedal provides sufficient locking force automatically, eliminating the need for tools or multiple adjustment steps while ensuring reliable engagement.
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 post mount system provides a secure and user-friendly method to attach and detach railing posts, enhancing safety by preventing accidental falls from the ramp and allowing for versatile configuration as a patio or party deck.
Implementation Method 1
a pedal (14) pivotally connected to the base (12)
Implementation Method 2
The pedal (14) may be depressed by application of force, for example, by a user's hand or foot or another actuator or tool
Data Source
AI summary
A post mount includes a base configured for attachment to a ramp door of a vehicle and a paddle pivotally connected to the base. The base and paddle cooperate to receive a shaft and flange of a post. The paddle may be pivoted and flexed with respect to the base to allow release of the post from the post mount.