Anti-Snore Neck Collar with Adjustable Foam Height
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing snoring prevention devices require individual sizing and can be uncomfortable due to rigid locking mechanisms, limiting their effectiveness and user comfort, especially in sitting positions.
Innovation Solution
A neck collar with a soft foam plastic core and adjustable height mechanism using helical springs and bushings, allowing for customizable fit and comfort in various positions, including sitting, through manual or tool-assisted adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a neck collar with fixed structure is used to prevent snoring, then the respiratory channels are kept open, but the device must be provided in multiple sizes and requires individual adjustment
Solution Approach 1:
The neck collar incorporates a height adjustment mechanism with helical springs and bushings that allow the collar height to be dynamically adjusted. This dynamic structure enables a single device to adapt to different users and positions, eliminating the need for multiple fixed-size collars while maintaining reliable airway support.
2Reliability
If a rigid locking mechanism is used to secure the head and jaw, then the airways are kept open, but the device becomes uncomfortable for the user
Solution Approach 1:
The collar uses soft foam plastic material that can change its density and firmness parameters. The material is configured to provide adequate support for airway maintenance while remaining soft enough to ensure user comfort, avoiding the need for rigid locking mechanisms.
3Ease of operation
If the neck collar material is made soft to improve comfort, then user comfort increases, but the ability to maintain airway support may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The neck collar is constructed as a composite structure with an inner core of soft foam plastic for comfort and an outer coating layer for durability and structural support. This composite design allows the soft inner material to provide comfort while the overall structure maintains sufficient rigidity to support the airway effectively.
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 device effectively keeps respiratory channels open, reducing snoring while providing a comfortable and adjustable solution that can fit most individuals, eliminating the need for multiple sizes and minimizing discomfort.
Implementation Method 1
The neck collar consists of a core of soft foam plastic surrounded by a suitable coating... two helical springs (14, 15)... whose intention is not only to keep the mouth shut but also to prevent the lower jaw from falling back
Implementation Method 2
The neck collar consists of a core of soft foam plastic surrounded by a suitable coating... with soft foam plastic is intended a foamed material which gives in to a light load
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AI summary
A device for prevention of snoring in the form of a neck collar (1) with a middle section (2) for placement under the chin of a user, side sections (3, 4) connecting to said middle section and end parts (5, 6), optionally connectable to each other, consisting of a core of foam plastic contained in a covering. The foam plastic is a soft foam plastic, an opening (7) is formed in said middle section (2) and resilient means (14; 15; 27; 28) for adjustment of the height of the opening (7) and thereby the height of the middle section (2) are arranged in said opening (7).