Bionic Nasal Irrigator With Switchable Mist and Jet Nozzles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing nasal irrigators lack the ability to freely switch between water-mist and water-column spray nozzles, leading to inconvenience in use and inadequate cleaning efficacy.
Innovation Solution
A multi-functional bionic nasal irrigator with interchangeable water-mist and water-column spray nozzle devices, featuring a clamping mechanism for easy assembly and disassembly, independent clean and sewage water tanks, and a design that mimics nasal ciliary movement for effective cleaning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single spray nozzle device is used, then the device structure is simple, but the functional versatility is limited and cannot switch between water-mist and water-column modes
Solution Approach 1:
The nasal irrigator is designed with a universal base that can accommodate both water-mist spray nozzle devices and water-column spray nozzle devices through the same mounting interface. The base includes a water pump, water tank, and control system that serve both functions, allowing one device to perform multiple nasal irrigation modes depending on which spray nozzle is attached.
Solution Approach 2:
The nasal irrigator is divided into separable modules: a base unit containing the water pump and control system, and interchangeable spray nozzle devices (water-mist and water-column types). This segmentation allows users to attach different spray nozzle devices to the same base, achieving functional versatility without duplicating the entire system for each mode.
2Ease of operation
If spray nozzle devices are permanently fixed, then the structure is stable, but the ease of operation for switching between modes is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The spray nozzle devices are designed with a dynamic mounting system that transitions from a fixed state during use to an easily removable state for switching. The quick-release mechanism allows the spray nozzle to be firmly attached when needed for stable operation, yet can be quickly detached and replaced without tools or complex operations, balancing operational ease with connection reliability.
3Reliability
If clean water and sewage water are stored in the same tank, then the device structure is simple, but the hygiene maintenance is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The water storage system is segmented into separate clean water tank and sewage water tank compartments. This physical separation prevents contamination between clean irrigation water and used sewage water, maintaining hygiene quality. The segmented design is integrated into the base unit, with each compartment having its own opening for filling and emptying operations.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables flexible switching between spray modes, ensures rapid assembly and disassembly, maintains hygiene by separating clean and used water, and provides a cleaning frequency similar to nasal ciliary movement for enhanced nasal cavity cleaning and ecology recovery.
Implementation Method 1
a water pump for pumping water being arranged in the base
Implementation Method 2
an atomization assembly is arranged at a top end of the delivery conduit A
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses a multi-functional bionic nasal irrigator, comprising a base, wherein a water pump for pumping water is arranged in the base, a key panel is arranged on an outer surface of the base, and a water pump water outlet pipe orifice connected to the water pump is arranged at the top of the base. A water-mist spray nozzle device and a water-column spray nozzle device that can be flexibly switched and mounted are designed on the base, main motor power is automatically adjusted according to assembling of different spray nozzle devices, the base is connected to the water-mist spray nozzle device and the water-column spray nozzle device both by clamping, and a diameter of a mist point water outlet hole of an atomization sheet is reduced to 0.15-0.26 mm, so that water mist sprayed has a smaller particle size.