Broom With Interchangeable Bristle Packages and Pivoting Head
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for brooms and brushes that can effectively sweep under seats and benches in public spaces like theaters and stadiums, and for brooms with interchangeable bristle packages to adapt to different cleaning needs or replace worn-out bristles.
Innovation Solution
A broom design featuring a rigid frame with a removably secured bristle package, a hinged connector that allows the head to pivot, and interchangeable bristle packages made from various materials, enabling easy adaptation for different uses and extending the broom's lifespan.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If brooms are made with fixed bristle packages, then manufacturing is simpler, but adaptability to different cleaning needs is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The broom is divided into separable components: a frame and interchangeable bristle packages. The bristle packages can be removed and replaced independently from the frame, allowing the same frame to be used with different bristle configurations for different cleaning tasks.
Solution Approach 2:
The frame is designed as a universal component that can accommodate multiple different bristle packages. This allows a single frame to serve multiple cleaning functions by simply changing the bristle package, making the broom adaptable to various cleaning needs without requiring multiple complete brooms.
2Adaptability or versatility
If brooms are designed for specific purposes, then cleaning effectiveness for specific tasks is improved, but versatility for other tasks is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The frame serves as a universal platform that can work with various bristle packages designed for specific tasks. Each bristle package can be optimized for particular cleaning scenarios (e.g., different bristle materials, lengths, or patterns) while the universal frame allows easy switching between them.
Solution Approach 2:
Different bristle packages can vary in parameters such as bristle material, length, density, and configuration to optimize performance for specific cleaning tasks. The frame accommodates these parameter variations while maintaining structural integrity and functionality.
3Ease of operation
If bristle packages are permanently attached, then structural integrity is maintained, but ease of replacement and adaptation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment system transitions from a static permanent bond to a dynamic removable connection. The frame includes features like slots, channels, or attachment mechanisms that allow bristle packages to be securely held during use but easily removed and replaced when needed, providing both strength during operation and ease of replacement.
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AI summary
Briefly stated, a broom is provided that can be used to move, sweep, clean dirt, debris, water, or other matter. The broom comprises a head, a connector mounted to the head and a handle having one end mated to the connector and extending away from the head. The head comprises a rigid frame and a bristle package which is removably secured to or received in the frame. The frame thus provides structure and rigidity to the bristle package. The bristle package can have a length greater than, generally equal to, or shorter than a length of the frame.