Surfboard Leash Plug Adapter for Secure Device Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Surfers face challenges in capturing first-person perspective videos while surfing due to the difficulty of manually holding a camera, which requires both hands and poses safety risks, and existing mounting mechanisms damage the surfboard and are not easily removable.
Innovation Solution
A surfboard leash plug mounting adapter that securely attaches a camera or device to the surfboard without adhesives or drilling, using a hook or wire loop structure to engage with the leash plug, allowing for adjustable positioning and easy removal, and includes a flexible extension member to absorb shock and prevent injury.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a conventional mounting mechanism is used to attach a device to a surfboard, then the device can be securely mounted, but the surfboard structure and aesthetics are permanently altered or damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a leash plug adapter as an intermediary component that attaches to the existing leash plug on the surfboard. This adapter serves as a mediator between the mounting system and the surfboard, allowing device attachment without directly modifying the surfboard structure. The adapter uses the existing leash plug hole (which is already present for leash attachment) as its mounting point, thereby avoiding additional damage to the surfboard while providing secure device mounting capability
2Reliability
If adhesive or drilling is used to install a mounting mechanism, then the mounting is permanent and secure, but the surfboard cannot be easily modified or the mounting removed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the mounting system into separate, modular components: a base that attaches to the leash plug, a mounting mechanism for the device, and a removable adapter structure. This segmentation allows the mounting system to be installed and removed as a complete unit without permanently altering the surfboard. The modular design enables easy installation by simply attaching the base to the existing leash plug and easy removal by detaching the entire adapter assembly, maintaining both security and flexibility
3Adaptability or versatility
If a handheld device is used to capture video, then first-person perspective can be achieved, but both hands are occupied and safety is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables the surfboard itself to serve the function of holding and positioning the recording device. By mounting the device to the surfboard, the surfboard becomes self-sufficient in carrying the equipment needed for first-person perspective video capture. This eliminates the need for the surfer to manually hold the device, allowing both hands to remain free for balancing and control while the surfboard continuously supports the recording equipment
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AI summary
An adapter system for attachment to a surfboard leash plug receive bar. The adapter system is able to be secured to and removed from a surfboard without any damage or alteration done to the surfboard. The adapter attaches to the surfboard leash plug and provides a surfboard tail mount for devices, including but not limited to a camera.