Archery Quiver Mounting System With Tapered Interlock
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional quiver mounting systems for archery bows are cumbersome, stiff, or lose holding strength over time, and often require tools for detachment, which complicates handling and operation.
Innovation Solution
A detachable mounting system comprising a primary element with a projection and a secondary element with a base, engagement member, and actuator, allowing tool-less adjustment and secure locking, with optional elastomeric interfacing for vibration isolation and noise reduction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional mounting systems use tapered slots and fins, then the quiver can be mounted to the bow, but the handling and operation becomes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate components: a mounting block with a tapered slot mounted to the bow, and a quiver with a corresponding tapered fin. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while simplifying the assembly process compared to integrated designs.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of using a complex multi-part mounting mechanism, the invention inverts the approach by using simple tapered geometric shapes that naturally guide assembly. The tapered slot and fin configuration allows the quiver to be easily inserted and secured through a straightforward pushing motion, eliminating complex handling procedures.
2Adaptability or versatility
If resilient elastomeric rubber elements are used for mounting, then the mounting can be flexible, but the elements become overly stiff at first or too resilient over time, reducing holding strength
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces resilient elastomeric rubber elements with a mechanical tapered slot and fin system. This substitution eliminates the problems of material degradation and inconsistent elasticity by using a purely mechanical geometric interlock that provides consistent holding strength throughout the product lifecycle.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting mechanism transitions from material-based flexibility (elastomeric properties) to geometric-based adaptability (tapered angles). The tapered geometry provides inherent flexibility in assembly while maintaining consistent holding strength through the mechanical interlock, eliminating the need for resilient materials that degrade over time.
3Reliability
If magnets are used to lock the quiver to the mounting block, then the quiver can be securely attached, but the mounting device becomes complex and may require tools for detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts and eliminates complex magnetic locking mechanisms and tool-based fastening systems. Instead, it uses a simple tapered geometric interlock that provides secure attachment through the natural mechanical fit of the tapered slot and fin, achieving attachment security without complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The tapered slot and fin design enables self-service mounting and detachment without requiring tools or complex mechanisms. The tapered geometry naturally guides the assembly process and provides secure locking through the mechanical interlock, allowing users to easily attach and detach the quiver through simple pushing and pulling motions.
4Ease of manufacture
If simple mounting blocks are used, then the device is easy to manufacture, but the mounting becomes rigid and difficult to adjust
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system incorporates dynamic adjustability through the tapered slot and fin design, which allows for positional adjustment while maintaining a simple overall structure. The tapered geometry enables the quiver to be positioned at different angles and heights by adjusting the insertion depth and orientation, providing adaptability without complicating the manufacturing process.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides a simple, efficient, and secure attachment method for quivers to archery bows or other items, enabling easy coupling and decoupling, while reducing vibrations and noise, and maintaining retention capability.
Implementation Method 1
at least one of the primary element and secondary element can include an interfacing surface that is disposed between these elements. The interfacing surface can be in the form of an elastomeric, rubber, silicone or polymeric layer that is over-molded over at least a portion of the primary element and/or the secondary element. This interfacing element can generally isolate the quiver from vibrations generated from the bow to which the quiver is attached when the bow is shot. It also can reduce the potential for noise generated via the primary and secondary elements moving or vibrating relative to one another.
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AI summary
An accessory mounting system for mounting a first object to a second object is provided. The system can be used to mount a quiver to an archery bow, or an archery or hunting accessory. The system can include a primary element having a projection that fits into an aperture defined by a secondary element. The secondary element can include a base, an engagement member and an actuator. The base can define at least a portion of an aperture. To the base, the engagement member can be moveably mounted to clampingly engage the projection when in the aperture. The actuator can be configured to actuate the engagement member, thereby fixedly mounting the secondary element to the projection. A related method of use also is provided.