Top Tether Strap Structure With Audible Tension Indication
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing top tether strap systems for safety seats rely on visual cues to determine if the strap is tightened to a safe limit, which can be inaccurate in low light conditions, posing a safety risk for children.
Innovation Solution
An intelligent top tether strap structure that includes a fixing member with a switch and a reminder device. When the tension force reaches a limit value, the connecting member contacts the switch, triggering a prompt tone to remind users that the strap is tightened.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If visual color change indication is used to determine strap tension, then the structure remains simple, but the determination accuracy deteriorates in low light conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the visual color change indication system with an electronic detection system. A switch (electronic component) is positioned to be contacted by the connecting member when the top tether strap reaches proper tension, converting the mechanical tension state into an electrical signal that triggers an audio reminder. This substitution eliminates reliance on visual perception and provides accurate, unambiguous indication regardless of lighting conditions.
2Measurement precision
If an electronic switch and reminder device are added to indicate strap tension, then the determination accuracy improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is designed to be self-activating and self-indicating. The connecting member itself serves as the actuator that directly contacts the switch when proper tension is achieved, eliminating the need for separate sensors or complex detection mechanisms. The audio reminder device automatically activates upon switch contact and provides clear indication to the user. This self-service approach minimizes the need for additional control systems or manual intervention, keeping the overall system complexity low while achieving high determination accuracy.
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AI summary
Disclosed is an intelligent top tether strap structure, comprising a fixing member (1), a switch (2), a guide member (3), a connecting member (4), a top tether strap (5), and a buckle (6). The fixing member (1) is fittingly connected to a safety seat body; one end of the top tether strap (5) is connected to the buckle (6), and the other end passes through the fixing member (1) and is then connected to the connecting member (4); and the switch (2) is disposed on the fixing member (1). By means of intellectualization, when the tension force of the top tether strap (5) reaches a limit value, the connecting member (4) contacts the switch (2), and then a prompt tone is made to remind a user that the top tether strap (5) has been tightened. The structure is simple, the determination mode is direct, and potential safety hazards caused by improper installation of a safety seat are eliminated.