Bath Rack with Foldable Ladder for Independent Large Pet Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing pet bathing solutions, such as foldable containers, struggle with supporting large pets at a height where they can enter and exit independently, especially when the pets are heavy, and require manual lifting, which is difficult for users.
Innovation Solution
A bath rack with a foldable ladder and a bathtub that allows pets to enter and exit at a high position independently, featuring a swinging end portion that lowers for easy access and a foldable ladder that can be hidden or detached to avoid interference during bathing, with a rack body that supports the bathtub and ladder components for stability and compact storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If the bathtub is supported at a high position to save space and facilitate user access, then space utilization is improved, but it becomes difficult for heavy pets to enter and exit independently
Solution Approach 1:
The solution divides the access problem into two parts: the bathtub remains at high position for space saving, while a separate foldable ladder provides the access pathway. The ladder is segmented into multiple steps that bridge the height gap, allowing pets to climb independently without requiring the entire bathtub to be at ground level.
Solution Approach 2:
The foldable ladder acts as an intermediary element between the ground and the high-positioned bathtub. It mediates the access problem by providing a gradual climbing surface, eliminating the need for direct access to the elevated bathtub while maintaining the space-saving high position configuration.
2Ease of operation
If a foldable ladder is added to enable pet access, then pet independence is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The ladder is designed with foldable joints that allow it to dynamically change between an extended configuration (when needed for pet access) and a folded configuration (when not in use). This dynamic capability enables the ladder to adapt to different usage scenarios without permanently increasing the device's footprint or complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The foldable ladder can be collapsed and stored within or alongside the bathtub structure when not in use. The nested design allows the ladder to tuck into a compact form that integrates with the existing bathtub framework, minimizing additional space requirements and visual clutter.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the ladder is permanently attached to provide stable support, then stability is improved, but storage flexibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The ladder employs a foldable design with locking joints that provide stability when extended for use, yet allow easy folding for storage. The dynamic structure transitions from a stable, rigid configuration during pet access to a compact, flexible storage position, satisfying both stability and adaptability requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The foldable ladder serves multiple functions: it provides stable support when extended for pet access, and it can be folded and stored in various positions (attached to the bathtub frame or placed nearby) when not in use. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction between stability during use and flexibility during storage.
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AI summary
A bath rack includes a rack body, a bathtub disposed on the rack body which is capable of supporting the bathtub to a predetermined height; and a foldable ladder pivotally installed on the rack body, so that a pet is allowed to enter and exit the bathtub at a high position through the foldable ladder by itself, so as to facilitate the user to clean the pet with a relatively large size by the bath rack.