Crimped Head Wrap Panel Curves Away From Face
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing head wraps do not effectively prevent smearing of makeup and abrasion of hair when clothing moves past the face or head, respectively.
Innovation Solution
A flexible panel with crimping strips that curves away from the face when clothing moves past, and can be folded into a triangle to wrap around the head, preventing abrasion and protecting hair.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If a traditional flat head wrap is used, then it provides basic hair coverage, but it cannot effectively prevent makeup smearing when clothing moves past the face
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates curved or arched rigid elements within the head wrap structure that create a dome-like curvature over the forehead area. This curvature physically elevates the head wrap above the face, preventing direct contact between clothing and makeup while maintaining a relatively simple overall head wrap design.
Solution Approach 2:
The head wrap is divided into distinct functional zones: a rigid structured portion with curved elements for makeup protection, and a flexible fabric portion for hair coverage. This segmentation allows each section to perform its specific function independently without requiring complex integration throughout the entire structure.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a traditional head wrap is used, then it can be simply worn on the head, but it cannot prevent abrasion of hair when clothing moves past
Solution Approach 1:
The curved rigid elements create a protective arch that extends beyond the immediate forehead area, providing a broader barrier against clothing abrasion. This curvature allows the head wrap to deflect contacting clothing away from both the face and hair in a single structural feature.
Solution Approach 2:
The structured rigid portion is separated from the flexible hair-covering portion, allowing the rigid section to focus on abrasion prevention through its elevated curved structure while the flexible section maintains simple draping characteristics for hair protection.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a head wrap with curved elements is added to prevent makeup smearing, then makeup protection is improved, but the head wrap structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the makeup protection function and hair coverage function into a single integrated head wrap structure. The curved rigid elements are incorporated directly into the head wrap fabric rather than being separate accessories, combining multiple protective functions without requiring additional separate components.
Solution Approach 2:
The head wrap is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: the curved rigid portion protects makeup by creating elevation, while the overall structure provides hair coverage and general head protection. This multi-functionality is achieved through a unified design rather than separate specialized components.
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AI summary
A head wrap apparatus for protecting a user's hair and makeup from damage includes a panel which is flexible and has a plurality of corners. The plurality of corners includes a first corner and a second corner which are positioned opposite each other across an edge of the panel. At least one strip is coupled to a surface of the panel. The at least one strip has a pair of ends, each which is coupled to the surface of the panel such that the at least one strip crimps the panel. Methods of using the head wrap apparatus are also disclosed.