Adjustable Trampoline Spring Anchoring for Tunable Mat Tension
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing trampolines fail to effectively adjust the tension of the springs and the matness of the mat to solve the problem of providing a solution that can be easily and flexible adjusted for different users. The technical problem is that existing designs fail to effectively adjust the tension of the springs and the matness of the mat to solve the problem of providing a solution that can be easily and flexible adjusted for different users. The tension of the springs and the matness of the mat can be easily and flexible adjusted for different users.
Innovation Solution
The trampoline comprises a frame, a mat, and a plurality of spring elements with attaching members and fastener members that allow for easy and flexible adjustment of the tension by altering the placement of the fastener members between inner and outer casings, enabling interchangeable positioning and detachment for varying user weights and skills.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the tension of the springs and the tautness of the mat are adjusted for heavy users, then the deflection rate of the mat decreases and stability improves, but the mat may cause on-mat impact injuries for lighter users and the adjustment requires replacing springs which is complex
Solution Approach 1:
The spring assembly is segmented into multiple components: spring elements, fastener members with anchor points, and attaching members with casings. This segmentation allows individual components to be adjusted independently, enabling tension modification without replacing entire spring assemblies, thus improving ease of adjustment while maintaining stability
Solution Approach 2:
The fastener members are designed to be movable between different positions relative to the attaching members, allowing dynamic adjustment of spring tension. This enables the trampoline to adapt to different user weights and skills by repositioning fasteners rather than replacing springs, resolving the contradiction between stability and ease of adjustment
2Adaptability or versatility
If the tension of the springs is adjusted by altering the dimensions of the frame, then the spring tension can be modified, but the frame structure becomes cumbersome and complex to manufacture and assemble
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment mechanism is segmented into discrete fastener members and attaching members with casings, separating the adjustment function from the frame structure itself. This allows the frame to remain simple and easy to manufacture while providing versatile spring tension adjustment through the modular fastening system
Solution Approach 2:
Fastener members act as intermediaries between the spring elements and the frame, enabling tension adjustment without modifying the frame dimensions. These intermediary components provide the adaptability needed for different tensions while keeping the frame structure simple and easy to manufacture
3Adaptability or versatility
If the tensions of the springs are adjusted by changing the anchor point of the spring element, then the spring tension can be modified, but the adjusting possibilities are limited and require complex or various sets of fastener elements
Solution Approach 1:
The fastener members are designed as universal components that can be positioned at multiple locations along the attaching members. This single multi-functional fastener design provides extensive adjusting possibilities without requiring multiple specialized fastener sets, reducing device complexity while maintaining high adaptability
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables continuous parameter changes in spring tension by allowing fastener members to be repositioned to different locations on the attaching members. This provides fine-grained adjustment capability without requiring complex fastener mechanisms, achieving versatile adjustment with simple components
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution allows for quick and easy adjustment of the bouncing properties, improving stability, durability, and safety while accommodating different user weights and skills without requiring complex manufacturing or assembly processes.
Implementation Method 1
The springs are used to store and release the potential energy from the landing to launch the jumper back into the air
Data Source
AI summary
This disclosure relates to a trampoline that comprises a frame, a mat, a plurality of spring elements arranged between the mat and the frame, and a plurality of fastener members. The fastener member comprises an anchor point of the spring element and the mat comprises a plurality of fabric loops with at least two casings that are arranged to receive the N fastener members. The tension of the mat can be adjusted by the changing the placing of at least some of the fastener members between the casings or adding more fasteners and springs.