Sand Bunker Rake Attachment with Ball Joint and Angle Limiter

The patent applies the dynamics principle by replacing the rigid fixed mounting scheme with a dynamic mounting system that includes a ball joint and pivoting bracket. The ball joint enables the rake/grooming attachment to rotate and adapt to varying terrain conditions, while the pivoting bracket allows angle adjustment. This dynamic configuration provides multiple degrees of freedom, enabling the attachment to function effectively on different surface conditions without requiring repeated passes, thus resolving the contradiction between adaptability and device complexity.

The patent applies the preliminary action principle through the angle limiter mechanism, which pre-configures specific angular positions for the rake/grooming attachment. The angle limiter includes detents or stops that automatically guide the attachment to predetermined optimal angles, eliminating the need for manual measurement and adjustment. This allows operators to quickly switch between different grooming modes (e.g., shallow grooming vs. deep rake) without spending time on precise angle setting, thus resolving the contradiction between ease of operation and adaptability.

The patent applies the segmentation principle by dividing the mounting system into distinct functional modules: a ball joint for rotational movement, a pivoting bracket for angular adjustment, and an angle limiter for position control. Each module performs a specific function, allowing independent optimization and maintenance. This modular segmentation provides comprehensive adjustment freedom while keeping each component relatively simple, avoiding the need for a single complex mounting mechanism, thus resolving the contradiction between adaptability and device complexity.