Design and Fabrication of NockLite Composite Bow-Stand
Presenter(s)
Matt K. Ficker, Peyton J. Coahran, Luke E. Poglayen, Kian J. McNerney, Sidney J. Scott
Abstract
This lightweight composite bow-stand seek to replace products traditionally made from steel. Bow stands are ubiquitous in archery competitions throughout the state of Wisconsin and more broadly throughout the nation. There are currently no bow-stands made from composite materials, presenting a unique market opportunity to offer a lightweight, easy to transport alternative. The proposed design utilizes a glass fiber reinforced composite material to significantly decrease the overall weight while maintaining the strength and stability required to safely hold multiple bows. The purpose of this design project is to fabricate a composite bow-stand that will provide much needed innovation. The bow-stand, which will operate under the trade name NockLite, will be designed and tested to work in a variety of archery environments, including both outdoor and indoor conditions.
College
College of Science & Engineering
Department
Composite Materials Engineering
Campus
Winona
First Advisor/Mentor
Keith Dennehy
Location
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
Start Date
4-23-2026 10:00 AM
End Date
4-23-2026 11:00 AM
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Format of Presentation or Performance
In-Person
Session
1b=10am-11am
Poster Number
24
Design and Fabrication of NockLite Composite Bow-Stand
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
This lightweight composite bow-stand seek to replace products traditionally made from steel. Bow stands are ubiquitous in archery competitions throughout the state of Wisconsin and more broadly throughout the nation. There are currently no bow-stands made from composite materials, presenting a unique market opportunity to offer a lightweight, easy to transport alternative. The proposed design utilizes a glass fiber reinforced composite material to significantly decrease the overall weight while maintaining the strength and stability required to safely hold multiple bows. The purpose of this design project is to fabricate a composite bow-stand that will provide much needed innovation. The bow-stand, which will operate under the trade name NockLite, will be designed and tested to work in a variety of archery environments, including both outdoor and indoor conditions.
Comments
Coahran, Peyton J; Ficker, Matt K; McNerney, Kian J; Poglayen, Luke E; Scott, Sidney J