Wheel Lug Bolt Helper With Alignment Stud and Hand Knob
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Solution Overview
Problem
The process of installing wheels using lug bolts is cumbersome due to the absence of studs to support the wheel, leading to inefficiencies and safety concerns during mechanical adjustments and installations in automotive applications.
Innovation Solution
A lug bolt helper device comprising a stud with a central longitudinal axis and handle section for alignment and manual manipulation, and a nut with a manually operable knob and curved transition area for secure and safe assembly, eliminating the need for additional tools.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If lug bolts are used to attach wheels without studs, then the wheel attachment function is achieved, but the installation process becomes cumbersome and unsafe due to lack of support
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a stud as an intermediary component between the lug bolt and wheel. The stud protrudes from the hub and provides a support surface for the wheel during installation, mediating the connection between the bolted hub and the wheel to enable safe and easy installation.
2Productivity
If conventional lug bolt installation is used, then wheel attachment is achieved, but additional tools are required for proper installation and adjustment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the stud support function and the adjustment handle function into a single integrated tool. The handle section is attached to the stud, merging the wheel support function with the adjustment function, eliminating the need for separate tools and improving installation efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The installed tool serves multiple functions: it provides wheel support during installation, enables manual adjustment of the lug bolts, and remains in place for future maintenance. This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple specialized tools.
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AI summary
A mechanical fastening device is provided. The device comprises two principal components: a stud and a corresponding nut. The stud is engineered with a central longitudinal axis, a threaded section for robust engagement, and a handle section to enable manual manipulation without auxiliary tools. The nut component is outfitted with a manually operable knob, a rod section that incorporates a hollow interior to accommodate the stud, and an access opening positioned opposite the knob for straightforward insertion of the stud. Additionally, a strategically designed curved transition area between the rod section and the knob enhances the structural integrity of the nut and reduces the potential for snagging or injury during use. This invention is optimally suited for diverse applications that demand reliable and user-friendly fastening mechanisms.