Combined suction and vibration device for deep cleaning of surfaces with multiple configurations, power supply, connectors, and adjustable vibration.
The combined suction and vibration device with adjustable speed addresses vacuum cleaner limitations by enhancing deep cleaning through multiple configurations and materials, effectively removing embedded debris.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- FR2024009822
- Authority / Receiving Office
- FR · FR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-20
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
AI Technical Summary
Vacuum cleaners face difficulties in dislodging deeply embedded debris from surfaces such as carpets and rugs.
A combined suction and vibration device with adjustable vibration speed, featuring various configurations like a motorized nozzle and vibrating balls, made of materials like EVA foam, silicone, ABS plastic, and rubber, to enhance deep cleaning efficacy.
Effectively dislodges embedded dirt particles by combining suction and adjustable vibration, optimizing cleaning for different surfaces and dirt types.
Abstract
Description
Title of the invention: Combined suction and vibration device for deep cleaning of surfaces with multiple configurations, power supply, connectors, and adjustable vibration. Technical field of the invention
[0001] The present invention relates to a device combining vibration and suction functions, designed for use with a vacuum cleaner to facilitate deep cleaning of various surfaces. The invention offers several vibration configurations, including an internal or external vibrating ball, or a motorized nozzle made of soft material, as well as an adjustable vibration mechanism to adapt to different types of surfaces and dirt.
[0002] Technical problem to be solved
[0003] Vacuum cleaners, whether for domestic or industrial use, can have difficulty dislodging debris deeply embedded in surfaces such as carpets, rugs, or other floor coverings. This invention uses a vibrating device combined with suction to facilitate the removal of dirt particles. It also offers an adjustable vibration speed between 1200 RPM and 3200 RPM depending on the cleaning requirements. Detailed description of the invention
[0004] The device is designed to connect to a vacuum cleaner hose and combines vibration and suction mechanisms, enabling deep cleaning of surfaces. It offers several configurations, including one with a motorized nozzle made of soft material and adjustable vibrations, and the ability to adjust the vibration speed to optimize cleaning.
[0005] Materials used for the vibrating ball and the motorized suction cup
[0006] The components of the vibrating ball and the motorized suction cup can be made from materials such as: • EVA (Ethylene-vinyl acetate) foam: for soft tips, offering good shock absorption, suitable for delicate surfaces. • Silicone: used for vibrating balls and suction cups requiring a soft and flexible surface, while being easy to clean. • ABS plastic: for more rigid tips, suitable for surfaces requiring more intense vibration and firm contact. • Rubber: for suction cups and balls offering a compromise between flexibility and firmness, suitable for the transmission of vibrations. • TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer): for tips requiring elastic flexibility, offering good durability and wear resistance.
[0007] Model 1: Perforated vibrating ball (without spherical chamber) 1. Structure of the vibrating sphere: This model includes a perforated vibrating ball, made of materials such as silicone, rubber or ABS, allowing air to pass through the ball while dislodging particles embedded in the surfaces to be cleaned. 2. Direct suction through the ball: Debris is suctioned directly through the vibrating ball, without the need for a spherical chamber. 3. Adjustable vibration mechanism and activation / deactivation: The vibration mechanism can be activated or deactivated depending on the surface being cleaned. The vibrating ball, made of silicone, rubber, or other suitable material, is powered by a dedicated motor, and the vibration speed can be adjusted between 1200 RPM and 3200 RPM.
[0008] Model 2: Non-perforated vibrating ball (with spherical chamber) 1. Structure of the vibrating sphere and the spherical chamber: This model uses a non-perforated vibrating ball, surrounded by a slightly recessed spherical chamber, made from materials such as ABS or TPE, allowing suction around the ball through orifices located in the chamber. 2. Adjustable vibration mechanism and activation / deactivation: The vibration mechanism can be activated or deactivated depending on the surface to be cleaned and the vibrating ball can also be adjusted in terms of vibration speed between 1200 RPM and 3200 RPM, depending on the materials and surfaces being treated.
[0009] Model 3: Classic soft material nozzle with adjustable vibration 1. Structure of the motorized suction cup: The nozzle tip, made of rubber, TPE, or silicone, is motorized to generate vibrations suitable for deep cleaning. The nozzle uses a flexible material that allows for increased flexibility while ensuring efficient vibration transmission. 2. Adjustable vibration mechanism and activation / deactivation: The vibration mechanism can be activated or deactivated depending on the surface to be cleaned and the motor integrated into the motorized nozzle allows the vibration speed to be adjusted between 2000 RPM and 3000 RPM, thus offering a flexible solution for delicate surfaces or those requiring more intensive cleaning. This model is ideal for long-pile surfaces or thick carpets, where vibrations are essential to dislodge deeply embedded debris.
[0010] Variant 4: Vibrating ball external to the suction cup 1. Structure of the external vibrating ball: In this configuration, the vibrating ball, made of silicone, rubber or other soft material, is positioned outside the nozzle and protrudes slightly from the end to dislodge debris before it is sucked up. 2. Adjustable vibration mechanism and activation / deactivation: The external vibration mechanism can be activated or deactivated depending on the surface to be cleaned, and the vibration speed can be adjusted between 1200 RPM and 3200 RPM, depending on the specific cleaning requirements.
[0011] Standard power supply and connectors
[0012] The invention offers several power supply options for vibration mechanisms: 1. Rechargeable battery: The motor can be powered by a rechargeable battery via a USB port, ensuring autonomous use. 2. Power supply via connector for motorized accessories: The device can also be powered by a standard connector compatible with vacuum cleaners with motorized accessories, allowing direct power from the vacuum cleaner. 3. Vibration mechanism generated by airflow. The intensity of the airflow generated by the vacuum cleaner allows the vibration frequency of the mechanism to be adjusted.
Claims
Demands
1. Combined suction and vibration device, comprising: • a vibrating ball, perforated or not, a motorized soft material nozzle end, or a vibrating ball external to the nozzle; • an adapter designed to connect to a vacuum cleaner hose; • a vibration mechanism generated by a motor powered by a rechargeable battery or a standard connector for motorized accessories, with an adjustable vibration speed between 1200 RPM and 3200 RPM; • a vibrating ball or motorized nozzle, made from materials such as EVA foam, silicone, ABS, rubber or TPE.
2. Device according to claim 1, wherein the vibrating ball is perforated to allow the suction of debris directly through a central opening, with an adjustable vibration speed.
3. Device according to claim 1, wherein the vibrating ball is unperforated and surrounded by a spherical chamber, allowing the suction of debris via orifices located around the ball, with adjustable vibration.
4. Device according to claim 1, wherein the tip of the suction cup is made of a flexible material such as rubber or TPE, and incorporates a motor that produces adjustable vibrations to dislodge debris from surfaces, with a vibration frequency adjustable between 2000 RPM and 3000 RPM.
5. Device according to claim 1, wherein the vibrating ball is positioned outside the nozzle and protrudes slightly from the nozzle end, with vibration that can be switched on or off, and whose speed is adjustable between 1200 RPM and 3200 RPM.
6. Device according to claim 1, wherein the motor is powered by a standard connector used for motorized vacuum cleaner accessories, compatible with models from major brands.