Skateboard Multi-Tool Integrating Allen Key and Sockets
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Solution Overview
Problem
Skateboards require multiple tools for disassembly, maintenance, and repair, making it cumbersome to carry and use these tools effectively.
Innovation Solution
A multi-functional tool with a grip, Allen key/screwdriver, driver, and three sockets is designed, featuring a non-circular cavity, groove, and axial/radial bores to accommodate various bolts and nuts, allowing for efficient disassembly and assembly of skateboard components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate tools (wrench, sockets, Allen key/screwdriver) are used for skateboard maintenance, then the functionality and versatility are improved, but the device complexity and portability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate tools (wrench, sockets, Allen key/screwdriver) into a single integrated tool handle. The handle includes a cavity that can accommodate different socket sizes and an Allen key/screwdriver, allowing users to perform various skateboard maintenance tasks with one unified device rather than carrying multiple separate tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The tool handle is designed with universal functionality to perform multiple maintenance tasks. It includes a cavity for storing different socket sizes, an Allen key/screwdriver for hexagonal fasteners, and various grooves for different bolt types, making it a multi-functional tool that can handle wrenching, socket operations, and screwdriver tasks all in one device.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate tools are carried for skateboard maintenance, then the versatility is improved, but the ease of operation and portability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple tools into a single integrated handle with a cavity that stores different sockets and an Allen key/screwdriver. This consolidation improves ease of operation by allowing users to access all necessary tools from one unified device, eliminating the need to carry and manage multiple separate tools during skateboard maintenance.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate tools are used for skateboard disassembly and repair, then the functionality is improved, but the loss of time in tool selection and carrying deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The tool handle is pre-configured with a cavity that can store multiple socket sizes and an Allen key/screwdriver before use. This preliminary preparation allows users to have all necessary tools readily available in one integrated device, eliminating the time needed to select and gather multiple separate tools when skateboard maintenance is needed.
Data Source
AI summary
A tool is devised for skateboards. The tool includes a grip, an Allen key/screwdriver, a driver and three sockets. The grip includes a non-circular cavity in an end and a groove in a side. The first and second sockets are connected to the grip, opposite to each other. The Allen key/screwdriver is selectively inserted in the groove. The driver is selectively inserted in the cavity. The third socket is formed at an end of the driver. The third socket includes an axial bore, a radial bore, and a cutout opposite to the radial bore.