Conical Toe Cleaning Device with Suction Attachment for Hands-Free Use
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shower implements are inadequate for effectively cleaning the toes, requiring users to bend over, which may not be feasible due to size or health limitations.
Innovation Solution
A toe cleaning device with a base and extension featuring scrubbing portions, attachable to a surface via a suction cup, allowing users to scrub their toes without bending, made of resilient, deformable, waterproof material.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional shower implements are used to clean toes, then cleaning can be performed, but the user must bend over which is not feasible for people with size or health limitations
Solution Approach 1:
The invention transitions the cleaning action from a horizontal reaching motion (requiring bending) to a vertical stationary position. The extension protrusions extend upward from the base, allowing the user to stand upright and clean their toes by moving their foot through the protrusions, eliminating the need to bend over.
Solution Approach 2:
The device enables self-service toe cleaning by providing a stationary structure with protrusions that can be inserted between toes. The user independently performs the cleaning action by moving their foot through the protrusions, without requiring assistance from another person or complex mechanical assistance.
2Productivity
If the device includes multiple protrusions with scrubbing portions, then cleaning effectiveness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into a base portion and multiple extension protrusions, each with scrubbing portions. This segmentation allows each protrusion to independently perform the cleaning function, and the modular structure makes the device easier to manufacture and assemble while maintaining effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the base structure with multiple extension protrusions into a single integrated device. The scrubbing portions are combined with the protrusions, creating a unified structure that performs both structural support and cleaning functions simultaneously, reducing the need for separate components.
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 efficient and cost-effective toe cleaning by allowing users to scrub their toes without bending, using a device that attaches to a shower or bathtub surface.
Implementation Method 1
The attachment mechanism may be a suction cup
Data Source
AI summary
A toe cleaning device is a conical shaped scrubbing device having an abrasive material secured on the outer surface of the conical shape. The underside surface of the device has a suction cup capable of being removably secured to a bathtub or shower surface. The device is intended to permit a user to clean between the user's toes in a hands-free manner.