Vehicle Mounting Mechanism With Directional Shock Absorption
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bumper designs for All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) lack enhanced protection, durability, and functionality, particularly in absorbing shocks and impacts from collisions with obstacles.
Innovation Solution
A mounting system with mechanisms that operate as biasing connections for shock absorption and rigid connections for structural support, utilizing a biasing assembly with a biasing member to absorb or transfer forces based on the direction of impact.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If conventional rigid bumpers are used, then structural support is provided, but shock absorption capability is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting mechanism transitions from a static rigid connection to a dynamic system that adapts its characteristics based on loading conditions. The biasing member (spring) allows the connection to be rigid under normal conditions and compliant under impact loads, enabling the structure to dynamically respond to different force magnitudes and directions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes its mechanical parameters (stiffness, force transmission) based on the applied load. When impact forces are detected, the biasing member compresses, altering the connection parameters from rigid to compliant, thereby absorbing shock while maintaining structural integrity during normal operation.
2Reliability
If traditional shock absorption materials are used, then impact energy is dissipated, but structural integrity is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is segmented into distinct functional components: rigid mounting brackets for structural attachment and a compliant biasing member for shock absorption. This segmentation allows each component to optimize its specific function while working together, with the rigid parts maintaining structural integrity and the compliant part absorbing impact energy.
3Stability of the object's composition
If rigid mounting connections are used, then structural stability is maintained, but impact forces are transmitted to the vehicle body
Solution Approach 1:
The biasing member acts as an intermediary element between the rigid mounting brackets and the vehicle body. It mediates the force transmission by providing a compliant interface that absorbs impact energies while allowing the rigid brackets to maintain their structural stability and mounting function.
4Reliability
If compliant mounting mechanisms are used, then shock absorption is improved, but structural support capability is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting mechanism is designed with multi-functionality, serving both as a rigid structural support during normal operation and as a compliant shock absorber during impacts. The biasing member enables the system to universally handle both static load-bearing and dynamic impact scenarios without requiring separate mounting systems.
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
Enhances protection and durability by providing dual-functionality connections that absorb shocks and maintain structural integrity, extending the service life of the vehicle and its components.
Implementation Method 1
the biasing member deforms and absorbs at a least a portion of the force
Data Source
AI summary
A mechanism includes a first component, a second component and a biasing assembly. The first component and a second component are configured to attach a structure to a vehicle. The biasing assembly, which includes a biasing member, operatively connects the first component and the second component to one another. When a force is applied along a first direction on the first component, the biasing member biases the first component against the second component in a rest position to transfer the force from the first component to the second component. When the force is applied along a second direction on the first component, the second direction being opposite to the first direction, the biasing member absorbs at least a portion of the force in a loaded position.