Applicator Head Mechanism for Irregular Mascara Motion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional mascara applicators fail to achieve even application without clumping due to the sensitivity and flexibility of eyelashes, requiring users to manually replicate an irregular motion that is difficult to execute effectively.
Innovation Solution
An applicator system with a mechanism that converts vibrations into an irregular motion for the applicator head, utilizing a gripping member, vibration means, and flexible elements to ensure even product distribution and lash separation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If the applicator head is moved in a regular vibration or oscillating motion, then the motion pattern is simple and easy to control, but the application results in clumping and poor lash separation
Solution Approach 1:
The applicator head transitions from static or regular motion to irregular dynamic motion through the flexible element's interaction with vibration, creating unpredictable movement patterns that naturally prevent clumping while maintaining ease of use
Solution Approach 2:
Vibration is introduced to the applicator system through the flexible element, which converts regular vibrations into irregular motion of the applicator head, achieving better application results without requiring complex user hand movements
2Manufacturing precision
If the applicator head is moved in an irregular motion, then the application evenness and lash separation improve, but the mechanism complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible element serves as an intermediary between the vibration source and the applicator head, converting regular vibrations into irregular motion without requiring complex control mechanisms or additional components
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible element changes the motion parameters from regular vibration to irregular motion through its physical properties and interaction with the vibration source, achieving complex motion patterns through simple parameter transformation
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides a consistent and even application of mascara without clumping, reducing user effort and improving lash separation through the conversion of vibrations into an irregular motion.
Implementation Method 1
The at least one flexible element translates the vibrations of the vibration means into an irregular motion of the applicator head
Implementation Method 2
The at least one flexible element translates the vibrations of the vibration means into an irregular motion of the applicator head
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention generally relates to an applicator system and in particular, relates to an applicator system capable of moving the applicator head in an irregular motion. The applicator system is provided with a mechanism that gives the applicator an irregular motion during usage thereby resulting in better application. The applicator system of the present invention is configured to move in an irregular motion that has no obvious pattern and may be used for cosmetic and care applications such as mascara application, scrubbing of lips, cleaning of nails, etc.