Toothed Clip and Hook Structure for Secure Versatile Gripping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing clips lack a design that effectively integrates a clip portion, neck, and hook portion for versatile use, with a need for improved structural elements such as teeth projections and arm configurations for secure gripping and connection.
Innovation Solution
A clip design featuring a base with teeth projections, a clip arm extending towards the rear end, a neck connecting the clip and hook portions, and curved wing sets for enhanced gripping capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a simple clip structure is used, then manufacturing is easier and cost is lower, but gripping security and versatility are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The clip is divided into distinct functional segments: a base with teeth for gripping, a neck for connection, and a hook portion for attachment. This segmentation allows each part to perform its specific function optimally while maintaining overall structural integrity and reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The clip employs asymmetric design elements including teeth of varying sizes and shapes on the base, and a hook portion with specific curvature and orientation. This asymmetry enhances gripping security by creating uneven contact points that better conform to irregular surfaces while maintaining manufacturing feasibility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a clip with optimized structural elements like teeth and arms is designed, then gripping capability is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple gripping elements (teeth of various sizes) are merged into a single base structure, allowing the clip to handle different object sizes and shapes simultaneously. This combining approach enhances versatility without requiring multiple separate components, thus limiting the increase in manufacturing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The base with multiple teeth and the hook portion are designed to perform multiple functions: gripping various sized objects, providing attachment points, and enabling versatile positioning. This multi-functionality reduces the need for specialized components for different applications, balancing gripping capability with manufacturing simplicity.
3Reliability
If multiple teeth are added to the base, then gripping security is enhanced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base is segmented into multiple teeth of varying sizes, where each tooth serves as an independent gripping element. This segmentation enhances gripping security by providing multiple contact points that can adapt to different surface geometries while maintaining a unified base structure that limits overall complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
A clip includes a clip portion, a neck, and a hook portion. The clip portion includes a base arranged at the bottom side and having at least one tooth projecting from it, at least one clip arm connected to the base at a proximal end and having an opposite distal end spaced from the base and extending toward the rear end. A neck is connected to the clip portion and extends toward the front end. A hook portion is connected to the neck opposite the clip portion.