Chair with Removable Adhesive Side Barriers for Armrest Adaptability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Armchair armrests lack flexibility, as they are permanently attached to the chair and cannot be easily modified, cleaned, or changed in style or design to accommodate varying user preferences or décor.
Innovation Solution
A system of removable side wall cloths for armrests, featuring internal and external adhesive elements that wrap around handrails and chair frames, allowing for easy attachment and detachment, providing flexibility in design and functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If armrests are permanently attached to the chair, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability and ease of modification deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The armrest system is divided into separate components: a base structure permanently attached to the chair, and removable side cloths that can be detached and replaced. This segmentation allows the permanent base to maintain structural stability while the removable cloths provide adaptability for different styles and configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The side cloths are designed to be dynamically removable and reattachable through adhesive elements, transforming the static armrest structure into a dynamic system that can be easily modified without compromising the overall structural integrity of the chair.
2Stability of the object's composition
If armrests are permanently attached to the chair, then structural stability is improved, but ease of cleaning and maintenance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the armrest into a permanent base and removable side cloths, the design enables easy access to the side cloths for cleaning and maintenance while the base remains securely attached to maintain structural stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The side cloths can be extracted or removed from the armrest structure, allowing for easy cleaning, replacement, or maintenance without affecting the permanently attached base structure that provides structural stability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If side wall cloths are removable with adhesive elements, then adaptability and ease of modification are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adhesive elements are extracted as separate functional components that enable the removable nature of the side cloths. This simple extraction approach provides adaptability without requiring complex mechanical fastening systems or additional structural elements.
Solution Approach 2:
Adhesive elements serve as an intermediary mechanism between the side cloths and the armrest base, providing a simple yet effective means of attachment and detachment that balances adaptability with minimal added 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
Enables users to customize the armchair's structure and appearance by allowing for easy modification, cleaning, and replacement of side cloths, enhancing user satisfaction and personalization.
Implementation Method 1
The internal and external adhesive elements can be a sticker element, Velcro, zipper, snaps, hooks, tying elements, or any other mechanism configured to secure the side wall cloth to itself when wrapped around the handrail
Data Source
AI summary
System (200) is provided for a chair with removable armrests. The system (200) includes a chair back (220) connected to a rectangular chair seat (210) with chair feet (230) and two handrails (240). The handrails (240) are connected to the chair back (220) and the rectangular chair seat (210). The chair seat (210) further comprises a chair frame (260), a seat cushion (270) and two side wall clothes (250), wherein each side wall cloth (250) is configured to optionally secure the side wall cloth (250) to a respective handrail (240). The side wall cloth (250) can secure itself to a handrail (240) through an internal adhesive on an internal side of the side wall cloth (250) and an external adhesive of an external side of the side wall cloth (250). The side wall cloth (250) can optionally be secured to the handrail (240) by wrapping around the handrail (240) and connecting the internal and external adhesives.