Coiled Soil Vibrator for Worm Attraction Without Strummer Jamming
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing devices for attracting worms to the surface of the soil are inefficient, costly, and difficult to use.
Innovation Solution
A vibration device comprising a coiled structure insertable into the ground, which is strummed to create effective vibrations using a strummer, optimizing coil configuration for frequency and preventing strummer entanglement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If rubbing two sticks together or electrifying rods are used to create vibration, then worms can be attracted to the surface, but the devices are expensive, complex, and difficult to use
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into three distinct functional portions: a ground insertion end for stability, a coiled intermediate portion for vibration generation, and a grasping end for user handling. This segmentation allows each portion to be optimized for its specific function while keeping the overall device simple and effective.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of using complex mechanical rubbing mechanisms or electrical systems to generate vibration, the invention inverts the approach by using a simple flexible coil structure that naturally vibrates when strummed, converting a simple manual action into effective worm-attracting vibrations.
2Power
If coils are made tightly wound to maximize vibration, then vibration frequency is optimized, but the strummer may get stuck between coils
Solution Approach 1:
The coil configuration applies local quality by having different spacing characteristics in different regions: tighter winding in some areas to maximize vibration frequency and power, and slightly wider spacing in areas where the strummer contacts the coils to prevent the strummer from getting stuck. This localized variation in coil density optimizes both vibration effectiveness and operational ease.
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 device effectively attracts worms to the surface with a cost-effective and easy-to-use mechanism, providing a balanced vibration frequency for efficient worm attraction.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of coils at an intermediate portion between the distal portion and the proximal portion, the plurality of coils configured to emit a vibration upon strumming of the coils
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AI summary
A vibrational system for attracting worms comprising having a ground insertion end at a distal portion, a grasping end at a proximal portion, and a plurality of coils at an intermediate portion between the distal portion and the proximal portion spaced apart to provide axially spaced apart gaps between the plurality of coils. The plurality of coils are configured to emit a vibration that attracts worms upon strumming of the coils. A strummer can be provided as a separate component unattached to the vibrational device to engage the coils.