Segmented Netted Yard Game Structure With Tensioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional netted yard games are bulky, difficult to set up and transport, requiring significant time and effort, which reduces their usability and enjoyment due to the need for large spaces and heavy structures.
Innovation Solution
A lightweight, intuitive, and compact structure for netted yard games featuring horizontal and vertical elements with adjustable tension attachments and a modular net partition, allowing for easy setup, takedown, and transportation, while providing a secure and recognizable play area.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional netted yard games use large structures to define play areas, then the game area is secure and recognizable, but the structure becomes bulky and difficult to transport and set up
Solution Approach 1:
The structure is divided into multiple horizontal elements and vertical elements that can be separately assembled and disassembled. The horizontal elements form the perimeter while vertical elements provide support, allowing the structure to be segmented into manageable sections for easy transport and quick setup while maintaining structural integrity when assembled.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses a net partition instead of solid walls to define the play area. The net provides the necessary enclosure and security for gameplay while being lightweight, flexible, and easy to roll up or fold for transport. This thin film approach maintains the play area boundaries without requiring bulky solid structures.
2Strength
If conventional netted yard games use heavy structures for durability, then the structure is stronger, but it requires significant time and effort to set up and take down
Solution Approach 1:
The structure incorporates adjustable tension attachments that allow the horizontal and vertical elements to be dynamically adjusted during setup. The tensioning mechanism enables quick assembly and disassembly while maintaining structural strength during gameplay. Elements can be rapidly tensioned or relaxed without requiring heavy tools or complex assembly procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The horizontal and vertical elements are designed with pre-configured connection points and attachment mechanisms that prepare the structure for rapid assembly. The tension attachments are pre-positioned to allow quick securing of elements, reducing the time and effort required for setup and takedown while ensuring structural integrity when assembled.
3Volume of moving object
If conventional netted yard games use compact designs for portability, then the structure is easier to transport, but it may lack the strength and stability for secure gameplay
Solution Approach 1:
The vertical elements are designed to nest within or attach to the horizontal elements when not in use, creating a compact storage configuration. The structure can be collapsed or folded into a space-efficient form that is easy to transport while maintaining full structural strength when assembled for gameplay through the tension attachment system.
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AI summary
A system includes horizontal elements, vertical elements, and a flexible partition. The horizontal elements form a multi-sided play area bounded by the horizontal elements. The vertical elements extend perpendicularly upward from ends of the horizontal elements. The flexible partition is coupled to the vertical elements to bound a perimeter of the multi-sided play area by forming panels extending between the vertical elements. Each panel has a height corresponding to a height of the vertical elements and a length corresponding to a length of the horizontal elements.