Rotating Disc Mount for Snowboard Binding Position Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing snowboard binding mounts are cumbersome and inflexible, making it difficult for snowboarders to transition between riding and scooting positions, and often incorporate unsuitable electronics that are not durable in cold and wet conditions.
Innovation Solution
A compact snowboard binding mount with a rotating disc assembly and locking mechanism that allows the binding to be easily switched between a transverse riding position and a longitudinal scooting position, featuring a base plate, setting disc, and position lock for secure angle adjustment without increasing the binding's height or reducing its rigidity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a rotational mount is added to enable position switching, then adaptability between riding and scooting positions is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mount is divided into distinct functional segments: a base plate for mounting to the snowboard, a rotating disc assembly for position adjustment, and a locking mechanism for securing positions. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while keeping the overall design manageable and not overly complex.
Solution Approach 2:
The mount incorporates a rotating disc assembly that can dynamically change the angular position of the binding between transverse (riding) and longitudinal (scooting) orientations. This dynamic capability enables the snowboarder to switch between different operational modes without requiring multiple separate bindings or complex mechanical structures.
2Ease of operation
If the binding angle adjustment mechanism is made more flexible, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability may worsen due to exposed mechanisms in cold and wet conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism and angle adjustment components are nested within the rotating disc assembly and base plate structure. This nested configuration protects the mechanical elements from exposure to cold and wet environments while maintaining full functionality for angle adjustment and position locking.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses purely mechanical locking components (lugs engaging with slots or teeth) rather than electronic or complex mechanical systems. This mechanical substitution ensures reliability in harsh conditions while maintaining ease of operation through simple manual engagement and disengagement actions.
3Reliability
If known solutions are made larger to provide adequate locking mechanism, then reliability is improved, but the snowboard flexibility is reduced due to increased size
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is designed with concentrated local features (lugs, slots, or teeth) at specific positions on the rotating disc and base plate, rather than distributing complexity throughout the entire structure. This localized approach provides reliable locking while minimizing the overall size and impact on snowboard flexibility.
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AI summary
A mount for a snowboard binding including a base plate mounted to the snowboard defining a first locking position for scooting the snowboard and engaging with a rotatably settable disc defining a second locking position for riding the snow board. An attachment to the binding rotates on the settable disc and includes a radially actuating lock for selectably engaging with the first or second locking positions.