Adjustable Tree Support Hanger for Heavy Load Branch Sharing

Solution Overview

Problem

There is currently no solution on the market to support heavy items on trees or bushes without causing branch sagging by displacing the weight effectively.

Innovation Solution

A solid cylinder hanger with hooked ends that connects two branches, allowing for adjustable length adjustment via a pin system, and an attachment piece to link multiple hangers for extended support.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Weight of moving object

If heavy items are hung on tree branches, then the items can be displayed or stored, but the branches will sag due to the weight

Engineering Contradiction:

Core Design Contradiction:

Weight of moving objectVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The support hanger divides the weight-bearing function into multiple segments by connecting to multiple branches simultaneously. The cylindrical body with multiple hooks allows the total weight to be distributed across several branch attachment points, preventing any single branch from bearing the full load and sagging.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The support hanger merges multiple branch connections into a single functional unit. By combining several hooks on one cylindrical body, it creates a unified support structure that distributes weight across multiple branches, effectively combining their strength to support heavy items without causing individual branch sagging.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Adaptability or versatility

If adjustable length support is provided, then the hanger can fit various branch configurations, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The support hanger incorporates adjustable length mechanisms that allow the structure to dynamically adapt to different branch configurations. The adjustable components enable users to modify the hanger's dimensions in the field without requiring multiple specialized hangers for different scenarios, maintaining simplicity while providing versatility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

3Reliability

If multiple hangers are connected to support sagging branches, then lower branches can be paired with stronger upper branches, but the attachment complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The support hanger design incorporates universal attachment features that allow multiple hangers to be connected in series or parallel configurations. The standardized hooks and connection points enable flexible assembly to create extended support structures that can pair lower sagging branches with stronger upper branches, maintaining reliable support while keeping the attachment process straightforward through consistent connection mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS20260071721A1Support Hanger for Trees and Bushes (Provisional patent filed as "Dugan's Heavy Hanger")

Publication Date: 2026.03.12

AI summary

The Support Hanger for Trees and Bushes is a utilitarian item that can be used to hang items on trees or bushes. Heavier items often need a sturdy branch so that they don't sag or slide off the branch. The Support Hanger for Trees and Bushes allows the user to place their heavier item(s) in any place on the tree by using two adjacent branches to support the weight of the item(s). It can also be used to support branches that are hanging too low at the bottom of the tree to avoid bald spots within the tree.