Bra Fitting Method Using Fit Analysis to Adjust Underband and Cup Size
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current bra fitting methods often result in incorrectly sized bras, leading to inadequate support and discomfort, with many women wearing bras that are either too small or too large, and styles that do not suit their body type, causing long-term damage and health issues.
Innovation Solution
A method that determines the correct bra size and style by analyzing the fit of an existing bra, adjusting measurements based on bulging or gaps in the cups and underband, and considering shoulder width and cleavage to provide a personalized fitting recommendation, using a series of questions and calculations to ensure accurate measurements and suitable bra styles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional bra fitting methods are used, then the process is simple and quick, but the fitting accuracy is poor leading to incorrect size selection
Solution Approach 1:
The fitting assessment is segmented into multiple independent evaluation criteria: cup fit assessment (bulging at front, bulging at side, gaps), underband fit assessment (tightness, comfort), and strap assessment. Each criterion is evaluated separately and contributes to the overall size recommendation, improving measurement precision through systematic breakdown of fit quality
Solution Approach 2:
The method uses feedback from the actual wear experience with the existing bra to refine the size recommendation. By analyzing how the bra fits in practice (bulging, gaps, tightness) and incorporating this feedback into the assessment algorithm, the system iteratively improves fitting accuracy beyond simple measurement-based methods
2Reliability
If a bra is incorrectly sized, then selection is quick and easy, but inadequate support is provided leading to discomfort and health issues
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary assessment by analyzing the fit of the existing bra before making a recommendation. By evaluating how the current bra fits (identifying bulging, gaps, and tightness issues) and using this preliminary information to guide the size selection process, the method ensures reliable support while simplifying the choice of correct size
Solution Approach 2:
The method adjusts multiple parameters simultaneously (cup size, underband size, bra style) based on the fit assessment results. By changing these parameters in a coordinated manner according to the identified fit issues, the system achieves adequate support while providing clear, actionable size recommendations
3Adaptability or versatility
If standard size recommendations are provided, then the process is straightforward, but individual body shape variations are not accounted for
Solution Approach 1:
The assessment method evaluates different local regions of bra fit independently: cup front fit, cup side fit, underband fit, and strap fit. By analyzing the quality of fit in each local region separately and weighting them appropriately, the system adapts to individual body shape variations while maintaining a structured assessment framework
Solution Approach 2:
The method incorporates multiple dimensions of assessment beyond simple size measurements, including fit quality dimensions (bulging, gaps, tightness), bra style dimensions (sports bra, everyday bra, minimizer), and body shape dimensions (shoulder width, cleavage). This multi-dimensional approach enables adaptability to individual variations while organizing complexity into manageable categories
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AI summary
A method of determining bra fitting measurements for a subject, comprising the steps of: determining an underband measurement and a cup size for an existing bra of the subject; taking a current measurement of the underband measurement of the subject, to determine an initial underband measurement; analysing the fit of the cups of the existing bra on the subject to reach a first calculated cup size which is different from the cup size of the existing bra; determining a first cup size threshold and second cup size threshold; if the cup size of the existing bra is below the first cup size threshold and the calculated cup size is equal to or greater than the first cup size threshold, then adding a first amount to the initial underband measurement to reach a first adjusted underband measurement; or if the cup size of the existing bra and the first calculated cup size are both below the first cup size threshold, or if the cup size of the existing bra and the first calculated cup size are both above the first cup size threshold, then: comparing the existing cup size against the second cup size threshold; if the existing cup size is greater than or equal to the second cup size threshold, then adding a second amount to the initial underband measurement to reach a first adjusted underband measurement; or if the existing cup size is less than the second cup size threshold, then adding a third amount to the initial underband measurement to reach a first adjusted underband measurement; and determining a final underband measurement and a final cup size for the subject, wherein the final underband measurement is, or is based on, the first adjusted underband measurement, and the final cup size is, or is based on, the first calculated cup size.