Collapsible Spray Arm for Trash Receptacle Sanitization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cleaning devices for trash receptacles do not effectively sanitize the interior surfaces, leading to contamination and potential bacterial infection, as they lack a portable spray system with adjustable arms, multiple nozzles, a water supply port, and a disinfectant compartment that can rotate under water pressure.
Innovation Solution
A collapsible receptacle cleaning device with a cross-shaped attachment system, adjustable arms, multiple spray nozzles, a hose connection port, and a compartment for disinfectant, which uses water pressure to rotate and deliver a soap-water mixture for thorough cleaning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a portable spray cleaning system with adjustable arms and multiple nozzles is implemented, then cleaning effectiveness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into multiple independent components: a cross-shaped support frame with four adjustable arms, each arm containing spray nozzles, a separate disinfectant compartment, and a hose connection port. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while maintaining overall system effectiveness without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The cross-shaped support frame serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, enables adjustment of spray arm positions and angles, facilitates rotation under water pressure, and incorporates storage compartments for disinfectant. This multi-functionality improves cleaning effectiveness while avoiding the need for multiple separate devices.
2Ease of operation
If a collapsible design with adjustable arms is used, then ease of storage is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device incorporates collapsible arms with telescopic sections that can extend and retract. The arms are designed to collapse into a compact configuration for easy storage and transport, while maintaining their extended, adjustable configuration during operation. This dynamic design allows the device to adapt between storage and usage states.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable arms are designed with nested telescopic sections that allow one arm segment to slide within another, enabling compact folding. The spray nozzles and other components are integrated into the arm structure, allowing the entire device to collapse into a space-efficient configuration for storage while maintaining full functionality during use.
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 sanitizes trash receptacle interiors, reducing bacterial risk while being inexpensive and easy to store and maintain, providing a safe and clean environment.
Implementation Method 1
The pressure created by the water flow enables the device to rotate while water is being sprayed
Data Source
AI summary
A portable spray cleaning system with a device for sanitizing the interior surface of residential trash cans. The device includes adjustable arms, a plurality of spray nozzles, and rubber clamps. On one end, the device may also include a port for connecting to a water supply via a hose. Once the hose is connected, water can then be sprayed out through the spray nozzles. The pressure created by the water flow enables the device to rotate while water is being sprayed. There may also be a compartment for inserting a disinfectant that mixes in with the water. The device is collapsible for easy storage and packaging. It is known that trash receptacles often become very dirty and contaminated after repeated use.