Absorbent Bra Sleeves for Axillary Sweat Concealment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for managing axillary sweat are not suitable for refined, delicate, or feminine clothing materials like silk, cashmere, and fine knits, as they fail to provide discretion, comfort, practicality, and durability.
Innovation Solution
A bra design featuring elastic support bands and absorbent sleeves made from layered textile materials such as cotton, viscose, and elastane, which absorb sweat and prevent stains, while being discreet and versatile for use with or without traditional bras.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If absorbent patches are attached to clothing or skin, then underarm sweat can be absorbed, but they are not suitable for refined garments like silk, cashmere, and fine knits due to lack of discretion and comfort
Solution Approach 1:
The absorbent bra is designed to be worn underneath delicate garments, nesting the functional absorbent layer within the refined outer clothing. This allows the absorbent bra to protect expensive garments from sweat stains while remaining hidden, thus maintaining both effectiveness and discretion.
Solution Approach 2:
The absorbent bra acts as an intermediary layer between the skin and the refined garment. It absorbs sweat before it can transfer to the delicate fabric, protecting the garment while the wearer remains comfortable. The bra serves as a mediator that prevents direct contact between sweat and sensitive materials.
2Reliability
If disposable patches are used, then sweat can be absorbed, but they lack durability and require frequent replacement
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts this principle by creating an expensive, long-lasting absorbent bra designed for repeated use. The durable construction with elastic materials and reinforced stitching allows the bra to maintain its sweat-absorption functionality over many wear cycles, eliminating the need for frequent replacement of disposable patches.
3Reliability
If thick absorbent layers are added to clothing, then sweat absorption improves, but the garment becomes less comfortable and less discrete
Solution Approach 1:
The absorbent bra concentrates thick absorbent layers specifically in the axillary regions where sweat is most prevalent, while keeping other areas of the garment thinner and more comfortable. This localized approach ensures effective sweat absorption where needed without compromising overall comfort or discretion of the garment.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The bra effectively absorbs axillary sweat, protecting clothing from stains and odors, ensuring discretion and comfort, and is durable enough for machine washing, reducing the need for frequent laundry and dry cleaning, thus extending the life of delicate garments.
Implementation Method 1
Each lower absorbent section may include a stack of absorbent textile layers
Implementation Method 2
The stack may include at least one or more superimposed textile layers, each consisting of a material or a mixture of at least two materials selected from: cotton, viscose, silk, wool, polyester, polyamide
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AI summary
A bra is proposed that conceals axillary perspiration. The bra comprises a central section consisting of a front (2) and a back (3) section. The central section includes a neckline. The bra includes an elastic support band (8) that holds the front (2) and back (3) sections together. The bra includes two sleeves (6, 7) partially attached to the central section (2, 3). Each sleeve includes a one-piece absorbent lower section (4, 5) designed to cover a respective axillary area. The absorbent lower section of the sleeve is positioned between the front (2) and back (3) sections and extends towards the elastic support band (8). The bra is an improved undergarment solution that conceals axillary perspiration.