Swivel Lock Base Plate Attachment for Tool-Free Cargo Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing attachment systems for securing accessories in cargo areas of vehicles lack a simple, tool-free, and secure method to attach and detach accessories quickly, accommodating varying sizes and shapes.
Innovation Solution
An attachment structure comprising a base support with mounting feet and a separate lock, which is configurable to hold items on a base plate, with the mounting feet received within a single mounting aperture in an interference fit and the lock aligning with a separate lock aperture for secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing attachment systems are used to secure accessories in cargo areas, then accessories can be transported, but the attachment and detachment process requires tools and time-consuming operations
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment structure is divided into separate functional components: mounting feet for insertion into the base plate, a lock mechanism for securing, and a release mechanism for detachment. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, enabling tool-free operation and quick attachment/detachment without requiring complex tool-based systems
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment structure incorporates self-locking and self-releasing mechanisms that operate without external tools. The lock automatically secures the mounting feet when inserted, and the release mechanism allows user-activated detachment without requiring tools, making the system self-sufficient and eliminating the need for additional attachment tools
2Ease of operation
If existing attachment systems are used, then accessories can be secured, but the method lacks simplicity and requires complex procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The lock mechanism is extracted as a separate component from the mounting feet, allowing the insertion phase to be simple and straightforward. The lock is engaged after insertion to provide security, separating the simplicity of insertion from the security function, thus maintaining procedural simplicity while ensuring secure attachment
Solution Approach 2:
Different parts of the attachment structure have specialized local properties: the mounting feet are designed for easy insertion into the base plate aperture, the lock provides localized securing at the insertion point, and the release mechanism offers localized detachment capability. This local specialization allows each component to perform its function with maximum efficiency and minimal complexity
3Reliability
If a secure attachment method is implemented, then accessories are firmly held, but the attachment mechanism becomes more complex requiring additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting feet and lock mechanism are combined in a coordinated assembly where the mounting feet provide the primary attachment function and the lock provides secondary securing. This merging of functions into a single integrated attachment structure achieves reliable securement without requiring multiple separate components or complex multi-step mechanisms
Solution Approach 2:
The lock acts as an intermediary component between the mounting feet and the base plate, providing the securing function without interfering with the primary insertion mechanism. This intermediary lock allows the system to achieve reliable attachment security while maintaining the simplicity of the original mounting foot design
Data Source
AI summary
An attachment structure comprises a base support with a plurality of mounting feet and a lock separate from the base support. The base support is configurable to hold one or more items on a base plate. The plurality of mounting feet are configured to be received within one mounting aperture of the base plate.