Vehicle Visor Cover With Removable Magnetic Straps
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vehicle visor covers require customization to fit different visor shapes, and existing attachment methods are not easily removable or replaceable, limiting their versatility and durability.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle visor cover design featuring removable straps with couplers that can be securely attached to the visor using hooks and loops, allowing for easy installation and replacement, and manufactured from materials resistant to sunlight deterioration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If conventional visor covers are customized to fit specific visor shapes, then the fit and appearance are improved, but the device complexity and manufacturing cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a visor cover with a standardized strap attachment system that can fit multiple visor shapes and sizes. The cover body is designed with universal attachment points that work across different visor configurations, eliminating the need for custom-shaped covers for each visor type while maintaining proper fit and appearance.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the visor cover into modular components: a reusable cover body and replaceable straps. This segmentation allows the cover body to remain universal while straps can be customized or replaced independently, reducing overall system complexity and enabling easier manufacturing.
2Reliability
If fixed strapping or sleeve attachment methods are used, then the cover is securely attached, but the ease of operation for removal and replacement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by using magnetic attachment mechanisms that allow the cover to be easily attached and detached. The magnetic force provides secure holding during normal use (reliability) while allowing simple separation when removal is needed (ease of operation), creating a dynamic attachment system that adapts to different operational states.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical fastening systems (screws, clips, or tight sleeves) with magnetic attachment. This substitution maintains secure attachment through magnetic force while enabling easy one-handed operation for removal and replacement, significantly improving ease of operation without sacrificing reliability.
3Strength
If straps are made permanent or fixed, then the structural integrity is improved, but the ease of repair and replacement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the attachment system into a permanent magnetic base attached to the cover body and separate replaceable straps. This segmentation maintains structural integrity through the strong magnetic connection while enabling easy strap replacement by simply detaching and reattaching the strap components, significantly improving ease of repair.
4Adaptability or versatility
If visor covers are made for specific vehicle models, then the adaptability to different visor shapes is improved, but the productivity and manufacturing efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by creating a standardized cover design with adjustable magnetic attachment points and universal strap interfaces. This single design can accommodate multiple visor shapes and sizes across different vehicle models, eliminating the need to manufacture separate covers for each vehicle type and significantly improving manufacturing efficiency.
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
The solution provides a versatile and durable visor cover that can fit a wide range of vehicle visors, with easy installation and removal, and the ability to display designs or accessories, while maintaining structural integrity and resisting sunlight damage.
Implementation Method 1
The coupler is magnetically attracted to the visor
Implementation Method 2
The cover is made from a material that is resistant to deterioration from sunlight
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle visor cover including a cover with removable strapping with sufficient dimensions to span one side of a vehicle visor and at least one strap configured to releaseably attach to the upper and lower periphery of the cover.