Box Wine Scale With Grip Lock for Volume Estimation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wine volume measurement technologies do not provide a practical solution for calculating the volume of wine in a box of wine, nor do they offer personalized consumption recommendations based on user physiological characteristics.
Innovation Solution
A weighing device comprising a scale with a movable gripping unit and a personal electronic device that calculates wine volume and provides consumption recommendations through a weight calculation program, utilizing wireless communication and a database to determine the number of glasses of wine remaining and suggest appropriate consumption based on user data.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a scale is used to weigh a box of wine, then the weight of the box can be measured, but the volume of wine remaining cannot be determined
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a microprocessor and database as intermediary components between the scale and the user. The microprocessor calculates wine volume from weight measurements using density relationships stored in the database, converting raw weight data into meaningful volume information without requiring direct volume measurement
2Adaptability or versatility
If wireless communication is added between scale and personal electronic device, then consumption recommendations can be provided, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into distinct functional modules: the scale with microprocessor for weight measurement and calculation, the database for storing wine specifications and user profiles, and the personal electronic device for displaying recommendations. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while reducing overall system complexity through modular design
3Reliability
If a gripping unit is integrated into the scale, then the box of wine can be secured on the scale, but the scale structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The gripping unit is merged with the scale structure, integrating the retention function directly into the weighing device. This combination eliminates the need for separate securing mechanisms and simplifies the overall system by consolidating multiple functions (weighing and securing) into a single integrated unit
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AI summary
A box wine weighing device for calculating the volume of wine in a box of wine includes a personal electronic device which stores a database comprising a weight calculation program. A scale is structured to accommodate a box of wine thereby enabling the scale to weigh the box of wine. The scale is in remote communication with the personal electronic device to calculate the volume of wine that remains in the box of wine thereby enabling a user to determine how many glasses of wine are left in the box of wine. A gripping unit is movably integrated into the scale to grip the box of wine for retaining the box of wine on the scale. A locking unit is movably integrated into the scale and the locking unit ensures the gripping unit is releasably secured against the box of wine.