Biothane Grooming Tether with Segmented Bands

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional pet restraint devices for groomers are uncomfortable and inadequate, allowing pets to move freely, bite handlers, or fall off grooming tables, posing risks to both animals and handlers.

Innovation Solution

The Biothane Animal Grooming Safety Tether, comprising a first band with a buckle, a second band with a ring and box stitches, and a fastener, is designed to securely attach to a grooming arm and wrap around an animal's neck, providing adjustable and secure restraint using a camlock buckle and snap hook.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If a simple restraint loop is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the animal movement restriction is insufficient and safety is compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improverestraint device structureVSAvoidanimal movement restriction effectiveness

Core Design Contradiction:

Device complexityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The restraint device is divided into multiple functional segments: a first band that attaches to the grooming arm, a second band that wraps around the animal's neck, and a fastener that connects them. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while collectively providing comprehensive movement restriction without excessive overall complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The restraint system transitions from a single-loop design to a multi-dimensional configuration with bands extending in different directions (vertically along the grooming arm and horizontally around the neck). This dimensional expansion provides superior control over animal movement while maintaining practical simplicity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Object-affected harmful factors

If the restraint loop allows some movement freedom, then the animal comfort is improved, but the safety against bites and falls deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveanimal safety from bites and fallsVSAvoidanimal handling comfort

Core Design Contradiction:

Object-affected harmful factorsVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The restraint device applies different constraints at different locations: the first band provides vertical attachment stability to the grooming arm, while the second band provides horizontal neck restraint. This localized differentiation of restraint quality prevents bites and falls without unnecessarily restricting all animal movement, maintaining comfort where appropriate.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #3Local quality

3Strength

If conventional restraint materials are used, then the manufacturing cost is reduced, but the durability and ease of cleaning deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improverestraint device durabilityVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The restraint device utilizes Biothane material, which combines the durability and cleanability of plastic with the strength and flexibility needed for animal restraint. This composite material choice provides superior durability and ease of cleaning compared to conventional fabrics, while remaining manufacturable through standard bonding processes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Data Source

PatentUS20240188537A1Biothane Animal Grooming Safety Tether

Publication Date: 2024.06.13 PRO-MOHS PET PROD

AI summary

A device, Biothane Animal Grooming Safety Tether, is provided. The device comprises a first band, a second band, and a fastener which can be a snap hook. The first band includes a buckle and the first band and the second band may include box stitches.