Bra Gauging Device with Independent Cup Measurement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional breast sizing systems fail to accurately measure individual breast sizes due to a lack of specific measurements for each breast, often resulting in incorrect sizing for women with irregular or unique breast shapes.
Innovation Solution
A bra gauging device with separate left and right cup-measuring mechanisms, each equipped with ratcheting mechanisms and adjustable tensioners, allows for precise measurement of each breast up to a fraction of an inch, enabling custom bra fitting and manufacturing patterns.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional breast sizing systems measure both breasts together, then the measuring process is simplified, but measurement precision deteriorates for women with irregular or unique breast sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The bra gauging device divides the measurement system into separate left and right cup-measuring mechanisms, each independently measuring one breast. This segmentation allows each breast to be measured individually, providing precise measurements for women with irregular or unique breast sizes while maintaining ease of operation through the device's integrated design
2Measurement precision
If separate cup-measuring mechanisms are used for each breast, then measurement precision improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device merges multiple measuring functions into a single integrated bra gauging device. The left cup-measuring mechanism, right cup-measuring mechanism, measurement band, and ratcheting mechanisms are combined into one cohesive device that can measure both breasts simultaneously or separately, reducing the need for multiple separate tools while maintaining high measurement precision
Solution Approach 2:
The measurement band serves multiple functions: it supports both cup-measuring mechanisms, provides a reference for measurements, and can be adjusted to fit different bust sizes. The ratcheting mechanisms provide both measurement indication and secure attachment functions, reducing the number of separate components needed
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AI summary
A bra gauging device is an apparatus which enables the wearer to measure the correct bra size corresponding to the actual bust size of the wearer, preferably up to a fraction of an inch. The apparatus includes a measurement band, a left cup-measuring mechanism, and a right cup-measuring mechanism. The measurement band facilitates the individual bust measurement of each breast as well as other breast-related measurements around the upper torso. The measurement band further supports the left cup-measuring mechanism and the right cup-measuring mechanism positioned against the breasts of the wearer. The left cup-measuring mechanism is used to measure the bust size of the left breast retained by the left cup. Likewise, the right cup-measuring mechanism is used to measure the bust size of the right breast retained by the right cup. The apparatus also includes a left wing body and a right wing body for lateral customization and support.