Quick-Release Tool Bag Mounting With Secure Off-Road Locking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing securing systems for tool bags and cases on off-road vehicles are either permanently attached or secured haphazardly with straps, lacking a convenient quick release mechanism.
Innovation Solution
A quick release securing system comprising three plates - a first plate inside the container, a second plate with a bent flange secured to the container's exterior, and a third plate with a J-shaped flange on an off-road vehicle, along with a biased pin member for easy attachment and detachment, and dimpled portions for alignment and secure mounting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a permanent attachment system is used, then the tool bag is securely fixed to the vehicle, but the system lacks flexibility and requires time-consuming removal for access
Solution Approach 1:
The securing system is divided into separate components: a third plate mounted on the vehicle, a second plate on the tool bag, and a quick release assembly with biased pin member. This segmentation allows the tool bag to be quickly attached and detached while maintaining secure fixation when mounted, resolving the contradiction between securing reliability and access time.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static permanent attachment to a dynamic quick release mechanism. The biased pin member can be rapidly actuated to release the tool bag, enabling quick access while maintaining reliable securing during operation. The dimensional slots also allow adjustable positioning for optimal security.
2Loss of time
If a quick release mechanism is implemented, then access time is reduced, but the system may become less secure or more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The quick release functionality is isolated to a specific assembly (third plate with biased pin member) rather than redesigning the entire mounting system. This segmented approach enables quick release while maintaining the structural integrity and security of the overall mounting system through the plate and flange configuration.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a standardized mounting system is used, then adaptability to different positions is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The third plate mounted on the vehicle features dimensional slots that can accommodate mounting at various positions and orientations. This universal mounting capability allows the same component to be adapted to different vehicle configurations and positions without requiring multiple specialized components, thereby increasing adaptability while controlling complexity.
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AI summary
A quick release securing system is disclosed. The system may include a first plate, a second plate, a third plate, and a quick-release assembly. The first plate is coupled to an inside surface of a container, such as a tool bag, and to a second plate on the outside surface of the tool bag with fastening means. The second plate is releasably secured to the third plate which is fixedly coupled to a support structure, such as a UTV or an ATV. The second plate and third plate are quickly and easily attachable and detachable from each other by user operating a quick-release assembly of the system.