Segmented Saddle Mount with Elastic Straps for Horse Anatomy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional horse saddles with rigid structures fail to adapt to the horse's anatomy, causing pressure points and friction on the spine, which can lead to muscular atrophy due to their inability to accommodate the horse's movement and lung expansion during exercise.
Innovation Solution
A saddle divided into two independent half-bodies with adjustable elastic straps and joint elements, allowing for ergonomic fitting and movement freedom, along with an interchangeable rigid bridge to accommodate various horse anatomies and sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a rigid one-piece saddle structure is used, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability to horse anatomy and movement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The saddle is divided into two independent half-bodies (left and right sides) that can move separately, allowing each half to adapt to the horse's anatomy and movements independently while maintaining overall structural integrity through connecting elements
Solution Approach 2:
The saddle incorporates dynamic elements including elastic straps that can stretch and relax, joint elements that allow angular movement between half-bodies, and a mobile bridge that can shift position, enabling the rigid structure to adapt dynamically to the horse's changing anatomy during exercise
2Strength
If rigid girth fixing straps are used, then fixation strength is improved, but freedom of lung expansion deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The girth fixing straps incorporate elastic elements that change their physical parameters (length, tension) dynamically, allowing them to maintain constant fixation tension on the saddle while simultaneously permitting the horse's rib cage to expand during breathing and exercise
3Ease of manufacture
If a one-piece saddle is used, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but ability to accommodate horse movement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The saddle is divided into two independent half-bodies that can be manufactured separately using standard manufacturing processes, then assembled with joint elements, maintaining manufacturing simplicity while enabling the half-bodies to move independently to accommodate horse movement
4Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable joint elements are added to connect half-bodies, then adaptability to different horse sizes is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The joint elements are designed as universal connectors that can accommodate various horse sizes and saddle configurations through adjustment mechanisms, allowing the same basic component to serve multiple functions and reduce overall device complexity despite the added adaptability
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 adaptable design ensures constant tension and freedom of movement, eliminating pressure points and friction, thus preventing muscular atrophy and allowing the rider to feel the horse's movements harmoniously.
Implementation Method 1
The straps are attached to the saddle by individual elastic (separate each of the lead), which allows the horse to expand its rib cage in the time needed, while maintaining a constant tension on the frame
Data Source
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AI summary
Adaptable mount for riding consists of two half (A) and (B), joined them by means of flanges (1), and an interchangeable rigid bridge (2), integral with the elastic (6) are the hoses (5), which pass through the guide slots (8) of the flap guide (9) and that have a travel stops (7). The flap guide (9) is integral with the base part (4) by pins (10), which can be set in different holes (11).