Cosmetic Surface Working Device with Rotating Base and Cutting Tool

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current manual surface working methods for cosmetic make-up products are time-consuming, require skilled labor, and result in inconsistent shape and weight, leading to packaging issues and color mixing in multicolor products, causing waste and definition loss.

Innovation Solution

A mechanized surface working device with rotating bases and a controlled cutting tool, assisted by conveyor belts and suction channels, ensures uniform removal of excess product, maintaining product symmetry and definition, and is designed to work in synchronization with a control unit for precise surface shaping.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If manual cleaning with a sponge is used, then the surface appearance is improved, but the processing time increases and labor skill requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesurface appearance qualityVSAvoidprocessing speed
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the manual mechanical cleaning process with an automated mechanical system consisting of a rotating base, cutting tool, and conveyor belt. The cutting tool mechanically removes the surface layer instead of manual sponge cleaning, achieving consistent surface quality while dramatically increasing processing speed and eliminating the need for skilled manual labor.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The automated system performs the cleaning operation autonomously through programmed control. The rotating base automatically positions the product, the cutting tool executes the surface removal, and the conveyor belt transports the product through the process, eliminating manual intervention and enabling continuous high-speed operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

2Ease of manufacture

If manual cleaning is performed, then surface cleaning is achieved, but shape uniformity and weight consistency deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecleaning operation simplicityVSAvoidshape and weight uniformity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual cleaning with a controlled mechanical system that uses a rotating base and cutting tool to remove surface material with precise, repeatable force and positioning. This mechanical approach ensures uniform shape and weight by consistently removing the same amount of material from each product, eliminating the variability inherent in manual operations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The system incorporates control mechanisms that monitor and adjust the cutting depth and rotation speed to maintain consistent surface removal. This feedback control ensures that each product receives the same treatment, achieving uniform shape and weight across all manufactured items.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Adaptability or versatility

If manual cleaning is used, then the process is flexible, but color definition in multicolor products deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocess flexibilityVSAvoidcolor definition
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual sponge cleaning with a precision cutting tool that removes surface material without the lateral pressure and rubbing motions that cause color mixing. The controlled mechanical removal process maintains sharp color boundaries in multicolor products while still achieving the desired surface finish.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses dynamic control of the cutting tool's depth, speed, and positioning to adapt to different product types and color configurations. This dynamic adjustment capability maintains color definition while providing flexibility for various product designs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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 significantly reduces processing time, ensures uniformity in shape and weight, minimizes waste, and maintains color definition, enabling efficient packaging and consistent product quality.

Implementation Method 1

a first rotating base (7) and a second rotating base (8) are provided between said conveyor belts

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectRotation:

Implementation Method 2

at least above said first rotating base (7), means of forced aspiration are provided arranged so as to aspirate the cosmetic dust produced during the working

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSuction: Suction

Data Source

PatentEP2979573B1Method for the surface working of a cosmetic product
Publication Date: 2018.09.19 CHROMAVIS SPA
  • EP2979573B1 patent drawingFigure 1A~1B
  • EP2979573B1 patent drawingFigure 2~3
  • EP2979573B1 patent drawingFigure 4A~4C

AI summary

A surface working method of a cosmetic make-up product (2) comprising the step of setting the cosmetic product (2) in rotation about an axis of symmetry (A) thereof and, simultaneously, moving a cutting tool (11) above the surface of the cosmetic product (2) so as to remove at least a part of said surface, thus giving the surface a predetermined shape. The finding also relates to a device for implementing said method and a cosmetic product (2) made with such a device.