Tree-Mountable Gear Strap With Continuous Loops for Multi-Item Holding
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gear holding devices do not allow for easy mounting to trees and lack the capability to hold multiple articles simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A flexible strap with a series of article loops covering at least 75% of its surface, equipped with a connector or slide buckle and hook, allowing for secure attachment to a tree and simultaneous holding of multiple items.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing gear holding devices are used, then mounting to trees is difficult, but the patent enables easy mounting through a flexible strap that can be wrapped around the tree
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into distinct functional segments: a flexible mounting strap for tree attachment, a body strap for wearing, and multiple article loops for holding items. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the mounting strap can be long and flexible for easy tree wrapping, while the body strap remains wearable, resolving the contradiction between mounting ease and device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The strap serves multiple functions: it acts as both a mounting mechanism (wrapped around tree) and a wearing mechanism (secured to body). This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate mounting hardware, making mounting easier without significantly increasing overall device complexity
2Quantity of substance
If existing gear holding devices are used, then multiple articles cannot be held simultaneously, but the patent enables holding multiple items through continuous line of loops covering at least 75% of the first side
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple article loops are merged into a continuous line along the strap, forming an integrated holding system. This continuous arrangement of loops allows multiple articles to be held simultaneously in a compact configuration, increasing capacity without proportionally increasing device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The article loops are arranged in a continuous line covering at least 75% of the strap surface, utilizing the two-dimensional surface area of the strap rather than adding loops in a single direction. This dimensional utilization maximizes holding capacity within the available strap area
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy and secure mounting of gear on trees, keeping items accessible and allowing multiple articles to be held simultaneously, particularly useful for hunters in tree stands.
Implementation Method 1
The closed loop is configured to be extended around and frictionally engage a tree
Data Source
AI summary
A tree mountable gear holding assembly includes a strap that is elongated and has a first end, a second end, a first side and a second side. A plurality of article loops is positioned on the first side and each is engageable with articles to be suspended on the strap. The article loops form a continuous line of loops covering at least 75% of the first side. A slide buckle is mounted on the strap adjacent to the second end. A hook is attached to the slide buckle. The hook is removably extendable through one of the article loops to form closed loop with the elongated strap. The slide buckle is movable toward the terminal loop on the strap to shorten a circumference of the closed loop. A free section of strap is defined from the first end to the article loop engaged with the hook.