Adjustable Bra with Independent Band and Cup Fit Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bras often fail to provide a comfortable fit due to limited size options and lack of flexibility to accommodate body changes over time, such as weight gain or loss, leading to inadequate bust cup capacity and side support.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable bra design featuring independently adjustable front and back bands, cup size adjustments, and closure elements that allow for customizable fit, including length adjustments in the band and shoulder straps, enabling a better fit for women with unique body proportions or changing needs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If standard bra sizes are used, then manufacturing and inventory are simplified, but fit adaptability to individual body proportions and changes deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The bra band is divided into multiple adjustable sections with independent adjustment mechanisms. Each section can be adjusted separately to accommodate different body proportions and changes, allowing the bra to adapt to various torso shapes and size fluctuations without requiring multiple different bra sizes.
Solution Approach 2:
The bra incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities through movable components and adjustable fasteners that allow the wearer to modify the fit over time. This enables the bra to adapt to body changes such as weight gain or loss, providing持续 adaptability without needing to replace the entire garment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If limited size combinations are offered, then inventory and manufacturing are simplified, but customer fit options deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The bra design incorporates universal adjustment mechanisms that allow a single bra model to serve multiple size and fit requirements. The adjustable band and cup configurations enable one bra to function as multiple size combinations, eliminating the need to manufacture and stock numerous different size variants while still providing extensive fit options to customers.
3Adaptability or versatility
If shoulder strap adjustment only is provided, then construction is simplified, but overall fit control deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment system is segmented into multiple independent components including shoulder strap adjusters, band length adjusters, and cup size adjusters. Each component controls a specific aspect of the fit, allowing independent adjustment of different fit parameters to achieve comprehensive overall fit control rather than relying solely on shoulder strap adjustment.
Data Source
AI summary
The adjustable bra of the present invention includes an adjustment element that permits adjustment of the length of the front, adjustment of the length of the side, and/or adjustment of the length of the back, and/or adjustment of the cup size. The bra comprises a pair of bra cups and a band, the band comprising a front underbust band attached to and underlying the bra cups, a back band, and a pair of length adjustment elements for independently adjusting the length of the band.