Webbing Strap With O-Rings For Vehicle Bed Cargo Securing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cargo securing systems in vehicles like pickup trucks and station wagons are inadequate for securing smaller items, as they lack sufficient attachment points, leading to potential cargo and vehicle damage during transport.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising segments of nylon or polyester webbing straps with interconnected O-rings and a cam buckle or ratchet buckle system that creates additional attachment points, allowing for increased flexibility and security by attaching to existing or installed anchor points, thereby expanding the number of securement options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing tie-down anchors are used to secure cargo, then the vehicle can carry cargo, but the number of attachment points is limited and cannot properly secure smaller items
Solution Approach 1:
The strap is divided into multiple segments with O-rings positioned at intervals along its length. Each O-ring serves as an independent attachment point, effectively segmenting the single strap into multiple functional units that can secure different items independently
Solution Approach 2:
O-rings are introduced as intermediary attachment points between the strap and cargo items. These O-rings allow smaller items to be secured without requiring direct attachment to the main anchor points, facilitating versatile cargo securing
2Adaptability or versatility
If bungee chords are attached directly to existing tie-down anchors, then cargo can be secured, but smaller items that do not fill the cargo space cannot be properly secured
Solution Approach 1:
The strap system is segmented with O-rings positioned at multiple locations along its length, creating numerous attachment points that allow flexible configuration for securing items of various sizes and shapes, ensuring reliable cargo security
Solution Approach 2:
The cam buckle mechanism allows dynamic adjustment of the strap tension and configuration. The buckle can be tightened to accommodate different cargo arrangements, enabling the system to adapt to various securing needs while maintaining reliability
3Adaptability or versatility
If more tie-down anchors are installed in the vehicle bed, then more attachment points are available, but the complexity and cost of vehicle modification increases
Solution Approach 1:
O-rings serve as portable intermediary attachment points that can be added to existing straps without modifying the vehicle structure. This provides additional attachment points while avoiding the complexity and cost of installing more permanent tie-down anchors in the vehicle bed
Data Source
AI summary
A strap provides additional connection points in a vehicle bed to tethers at more convenient locations than OEM anchor points. The strap includes a ring or series of rings that are connected by webbing segments. A tensioning device is included in the strap to adjust the length of the strap and to provide tension when installed. Two straps can be used along the lateral sides of a pickup-truck bed. Tether such as bungee chords, ropes, straps, or cargo nets can be placed from one strap to another to secure cargo in the bed in ways that are not possible when using the OEM anchor points alone.