Multi-Mode Cat Wand With Launchable Toy Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing pet toys lack dynamic and interactive functionalities that can sustain a pet's interest for extended periods, leading to disinterest and reduced playtime engagement.
Innovation Solution
A pet toy with multiple configurations, including a handle, shaft, cord, and toy assembly, where the toy assembly can be removably coupled to the cord or launched from a launching protrusion, utilizing elastic loops and coiled portions to provide dynamic play experiences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of moving object
If a pet toy has multiple functionalities and configurations, then pet engagement duration is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The toy assembly is designed to serve multiple functions through different configurations: it can be attached to the cord for dangling play or launched from the launching protrusion for active chasing. This multi-functionality allows a single toy to provide varied entertainment experiences, thereby extending pet engagement duration without requiring multiple separate toys
Solution Approach 2:
The toy system is divided into separable components: the toy assembly, the cord attachment mechanism, and the launching protrusion. This segmentation allows the same toy assembly to be used in different configurations (dangling or launched), providing versatility while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure that doesn't overly increase device complexity
2Adaptability or versatility
If the toy assembly can be launched from the protrusion, then pet entertainment value is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The launching protrusion serves dual purposes: it acts as a structural component of the wand and simultaneously functions as a launching mechanism. This multi-functionality adds entertainment value by enabling active launched play while avoiding the need for separate complex launching mechanisms, thereby maintaining ease of manufacture
Solution Approach 2:
The launching function is extracted as a simple geometric feature (the protrusion) rather than a complex mechanical system. By taking out only the essential element needed for launching and integrating it into the wand structure, the patent achieves enhanced entertainment value without significantly increasing manufacturing complexity
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The pet toy captures and maintains a pet's attention through varied play functionalities, enhancing engagement and interaction duration by allowing the toy assembly to hang or be launched, using elastic forces and coiled portions for propulsion.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic force of the elastic loop returning to its original shape launches the toy assembly forward
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is a pet toy including a handle, a shaft including a launching protrusion, the shaft extending from the handle, a cord coupled to the shaft, and a toy assembly. The toy assembly is removably attachable to the cord or engageable with the launching protrusion. In a first configuration of the pet toy, the toy assembly is removably coupled to the cord. In a second configuration of the pet toy, the toy assembly is launchable from the launching protrusion.