Discussion
Sorry ,Paprika version of Siemens NX (Unigraphics NX) 8.5
Hello designers and thanks to those of you who have already submitted entries. We&
;re seeing a variety of designs, which is good. All of the designs so far have been plastic adapters. We want to challenge you to think about other possible materials and designs.
Think about how you can solve the following problem: We are trying to create a tracking device that attaches to any existing pet collar with a buckle. The challenge is that there are many different types of pet collars on the market and among the pet collars with buckles there are not less than 50 different buckle types. Our goal is to be able to attach the pet tracking device between the existing buckles on the collar. The tracking device itself will have a modular design where the male and female ends will connect to either side of the tracking device and then be able to connect to any existing pet collar with a buckle.
So, we would recommend that in addition to the plastic buckle designs you should also consider other potential materials such as rubber or soft flexible plastic. We would also recommend thinking about a ratcheted design that will secure tightly to a variety of existing buckle types.
Thanks!
Paprika
;re seeing a variety of designs, which is good. All of the designs so far have been plastic adapters. We want to challenge you to think about other possible materials and designs. Think about how you can solve the following problem: We are trying to create a tracking device that attaches to any existing pet collar with a buckle. The challenge is that there are many different types of pet collars on the market and among the pet collars with buckles there are not less than 50 different buckle types. Our goal is to be able to attach the pet tracking device between the existing buckles on the collar. The tracking device itself will have a modular design where the male and female ends will connect to either side of the tracking device and then be able to connect to any existing pet collar with a buckle.
So, we would recommend that in addition to the plastic buckle designs you should also consider other potential materials such as rubber or soft flexible plastic. We would also recommend thinking about a ratcheted design that will secure tightly to a variety of existing buckle types.
Thanks!
Paprika
The 1" size is referring to the width of the collar itself not the dimensions of the buckle.
Correcting statement below. I forgot you have to be careful about using the "pound" sign on CadCrowd comments:
Your initial scope was to have a device that accommodated the approx 1" size side release buckles. However, your data is showing that it needs to accommodate the 3/4" ranges as well ( 2# and 3# on the matrix). 3/4" buckles are under size for a 1" wide collar. That would put 2# and 3# and out of range. These buckles typically are grouped by size (2", 1.5", 1.0", 3/4") Would I be correct in this ?
Your initial scope was to have a device that accommodated the approx 1" size side release buckles. However, your data is showing that it needs to accommodate the 3/4" ranges as well ( 2# and 3# on the matrix). 3/4" buckles are under size for a 1" wide collar. That would put 2# and 3# and out of range. These buckles typically are grouped by size (2", 1.5", 1.0", 3/4") Would I be correct in this ?
Your initial scope was to have a device that accommodated the approx 1" size side release buckles. However, your data is showing that it needs to accommodate the 3/4" ranges as well (
and 
on the matrix). 3/4" buckles are under size for a 1" wide collar. That would put and out of range. These buckles typically are grouped by size (2", 1.5", 1.0", 3/4") Would I be correct in this ?
and on the matrix). 3/4" buckles are under size for a 1" wide collar. That would put and out of range. These buckles typically are grouped by size (2", 1.5", 1.0", 3/4") Would I be correct in this ?
The most common C measurement is 0.8 Centimeters, but can be as large as 1 CM.
Hi,
You can check the dimensions of the C ???
You can check the dimensions of the C ???
All dimensions are in centimeters. Thanks for asking and sorry for the confusion.
CM
Hi Paprika,
Dimension in mm or cm?
in cm is ok.
Dimension in mm or cm?
in cm is ok.
Hi paprika,
Are you sure about that (dimension)?
Pls double check.
0.5 mm to 2.9 mm dimension given too small.
Are you sure about that (dimension)?
Pls double check.
0.5 mm to 2.9 mm dimension given too small.
Here are the dimensions of various buckles. Attached please find a visual that indicates what measurements A, B and C represent.
A) 2.7mm B) 1.1mm C) 1.0mm
A) 1.8mm B) 0.5mm C) 0.6mm
A) 1.9mm B) 0.5mm C) 0.8mm
A) 2.8mm B) 0.5mm C) 0.75mm
A) 2.9mm B) 1.15mm C) 0.8mm
A) 2.7mm B) 1.1mm C) 1.0mm
A) 1.8mm B) 0.5mm C) 0.6mm
A) 1.9mm B) 0.5mm C) 0.8mm
A) 2.8mm B) 0.5mm C) 0.75mm
A) 2.9mm B) 1.15mm C) 0.8mm
The intent is to be able to attach a device to a collar by connecting it to existing collar buckles. The intent is not to make the collar longer, but that will likely be an outcome of the modular approach. Ideally we would like to be able to slide a device on and off of a collar with any buckle type. We do not want a solution that simply hangs off of the collar itself.
So this is simply to extend the length (circumference) of the collar? You basically want one middle section that can have a variety of ends slide on and off it (both male and female) to which these different ends will be able to match with existing clasps?
We are working on getting buckle measurement ranges from the buckles in the attached pictures. We will post them tomorrow so you will have measurements to work off of.
We plan to use the universal clasp design as a mod/adapter for a modular device. Our first emphasis is being placed on fitting as many dog collar style clasps as possible in the standard 1" wide collar size. The clasps on dog collars vary widely across brands such as Kong, Top Paw, Coastal, PetSafe, Blueberry Pet, Pets First, etc.
If you look at the variety of these collar clasps, you&;ll see that even in the 1" collar size, the clasps themselves can be extremely different. Some have 3 pronged male adapters, while other have 2. The length and width also vary.
Your challenge is to find a solution that can fit as many possible different brands and styles of dog collars with the plastic/metal clasp as possible (focusing on collars with a 1" width).
If you look at the variety of these collar clasps, you&
;ll see that even in the 1" collar size, the clasps themselves can be extremely different. Some have 3 pronged male adapters, while other have 2. The length and width also vary.Your challenge is to find a solution that can fit as many possible different brands and styles of dog collars with the plastic/metal clasp as possible (focusing on collars with a 1" width).
To clarify, we are looking for a universal clasp design that will fit as many possible different sizes as possible. Both the male and female sides should be able to securely fit into as many different off the shelf clasps as possible. Your submission should include details and proof (photos) of how the adapter can fit into many different brands, styles, and sizes of clasps that are on the market. For example, if you walked into a pet store with your solution, you should be able to securely connect both the male and female ends into every brand and style of dog collar in the store. The winner we select will be able to securely fit the most differing sizes and brands of dog collar clasps.
Chetan Patel
Designer