Cleaning Device with Integrated Heating Member for Grease Removal

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional cleaning devices with mopping functions, such as mops, have limited effectiveness in removing stubborn grease due to water absorption and are less effective in low indoor temperatures, with existing solutions like increased pressure, chemical cleaners, vibrations, and water heating facing issues like cost, environmental impact, and inefficiency.

Innovation Solution

A cleaning device with a heating member integrated into the cleaning mechanism to heat the cleaning member, enhancing its ability to remove stains and dry the cleaning surface, thereby improving cleaning effectiveness and preventing mold growth.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional mops are used for cleaning, then the cleaning device can absorb water, but the cleaning effectiveness is limited due to water absorption and cannot remove stubborn grease

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecleaning effectivenessVSAvoidstubborn grease removal capability

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the temperature parameter of the cleaning member by introducing a heating element that can heat the cleaning member to high temperatures. This parameter change enables the cleaning member to effectively remove stubborn grease and oil stains that cannot be removed by traditional water-based mopping methods.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the traditional mechanical mopping system with a heating-based cleaning system. Instead of relying solely on mechanical friction and water absorption, the invention uses thermal energy to melt and remove grease, fundamentally changing the cleaning mechanism.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Reliability

If indoor temperature is low, then the cleaning device operates in cold environment, but the cleaning effectiveness becomes even worse

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecleaning effectivenessVSAvoidindoor temperature

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSTemperature

Solution Approach 1:

The patent compensates for low indoor temperature by introducing active heating functionality to the cleaning member. The heating element raises the temperature of the cleaning member independently of the ambient environment, ensuring consistent cleaning effectiveness regardless of indoor temperature conditions.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The heating element pre-heats the cleaning member before cleaning operation begins, ensuring that the cleaning member reaches optimal temperature for effective grease removal in advance, particularly important in cold environments where thermal energy is quickly lost.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

3Ease of operation

If water is used for mopping, then the cleaning member can clean surfaces, but the adsorption of water limits cleaning effectiveness on grease

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemopping functionVSAvoidcleaning effectiveness

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the thermal state of the cleaning member from cold to hot by introducing heating functionality. This temperature parameter change fundamentally alters the interaction between the cleaning member and grease, enabling effective removal of stubborn oil stains that water-based mopping cannot handle.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent substitutes water-based cleaning with heat-based cleaning for grease removal. The heating element provides thermal energy that melts and lifts grease from surfaces, replacing the insufficient water absorption and mechanical friction of traditional mopping.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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 heating mechanism enhances the cleaning device's ability to remove stains and maintain cleanliness by effectively heating and drying the cleaning member, improving overall cleaning performance and reducing maintenance costs and environmental impact.

Implementation Method 1

A heating member, provided on the carrier assembly for heating the cleaning member

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectHeating: Heating

Data Source

PatentUS20240358216A1Cleaning device

Publication Date: 2024.10.31 ANKER INNOVATIONS TECH CO LTD

AI summary

A cleaning device (10) comprises a main body (10a) and a cleaning mechanism (200), the cleaning mechanism (200) being connected to the main body, wherein the cleaning mechanism (200) comprises a carrier assembly (201), a cleaning member (203) and a heating member (202), the cleaning member (203) being disposed on the carrier assembly (201) for cleaning a target area to be cleaned; the heating member (202) being disposed on the carrier assembly (201) for heating the cleaning member (203). The heating member (202) is provided on the carrier assembly (201) for heating the cleaning member (203). By heating the cleaning member (203), the cleaning device (10) enhances its ability to remove stains and improve the effectiveness of cleaning. Furthermore, heating of the cleaning member (203) can dry it out when it contains moisture, preventing mold growth and improving its cleanliness.