Button Docking Structure for Precise Buttonhole Manipulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current devices for manipulating buttons through buttonholes often damage the threads or buttonhole material, and lack effective control over the button itself.
Innovation Solution
A button manipulation device with a rod-like base, a head portion, and a flexible body forming a docking port, equipped with a latch and lip to securely hold the button, allowing for direct control and adjustment to guide the button through a buttonhole without damaging it.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a hook or loop is used to engage the thread to pull the button through a buttonhole, then the button can be manipulated through the buttonhole, but the thread or buttonhole material may be damaged and control over the button itself is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a docking port structure as an intermediary between the button and the user's manipulation. The docking port receives and secures the button, allowing controlled manipulation without direct contact between the manipulation tool and the button/thread, thus preventing damage while maintaining ease of operation
Solution Approach 2:
The device is segmented into distinct functional components: a docking port for securing the button, a manipulation tool for guiding through the buttonhole, and a release mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally - the docking port protects the button, while the manipulation tool provides control without damaging the thread
2Ease of operation
If a hook or loop engages the thread to manipulate the button, then button movement is achieved, but control over the button position and orientation is difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The docking port serves as an intermediary that provides precise control over the button's position and orientation. By securing the button within the docking port structure, the user can accurately control the button's movement through the buttonhole while maintaining proper alignment, solving both the movement and control precision issues
Data Source
AI summary
A button manipulation device and method of use thereof for directly controlling a button are disclosed. The button manipulation device directly engages and secures a button for greater control while fastening the button through the buttonhole, which may be particularly useful for those with limited use of their hands. Furthermore, directly controlling the button through the buttonhole, rather than pulling the button through the buttonhole by the button thread, reduces the risk of damaging the thread and the material surrounding the buttonhole.