Cushioned Vehicle Door Protector With Magnetic Scratch Shield for Dogs
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Solution Overview
Problem
Dogs experience sore legs and can scratch vehicle exteriors when riding in vehicles due to the sloped door surfaces and lack of suitable cushioning, leading to damage and discomfort.
Innovation Solution
A cushioned pad with a magnetic section and padded flap that attaches to vehicle doors and window ledges, providing a comfortable resting place for pets and preventing scratches.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a dog rests its paws on the sloped door shelf to look out the window, then the dog can enjoy the view, but the dog develops sore legs and the vehicle's exterior paint can be scratched
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a protective cover as an intermediary component that sits between the dog's paws and the vehicle door. This cover has an interior surface that contacts the dog's paws and an exterior surface that contacts the vehicle door, preventing direct contact and thus preventing both discomfort to the dog and damage to the vehicle
Solution Approach 2:
The patent modifies the surface characteristics of the door shelf by covering it with a protective material that has different friction and cushioning properties than the original sloped surface. This changes the physical parameters of the contact surface to reduce harm while maintaining the functional benefit
2Shape
If the door shelf is made with a sloped or rounded configuration for aesthetic purposes, then the vehicle interior looks appealing, but the surface is unsuitable for the pet to stand or support itself
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the door shelf surface into two functional zones: the original sloped aesthetic surface that maintains visual appeal, and the added protective cover that provides a flat, supportive standing surface for the pet. This segmentation allows both aesthetic and functional requirements to be satisfied simultaneously
Solution Approach 2:
The protective cover acts as an intermediary layer that preserves the original aesthetic shape of the door shelf while providing a modified functional surface suitable for pet standing and support
3Shape
If the door panel interior is upholstered for aesthetic and comfort benefits, then the vehicle interior is visually appealing and comfortable, but attempts by dogs to maintain paw positions may result in scratching or damage to the surface
Solution Approach 1:
The protective cover serves as a mediator between the dog's nails and the upholstered door panel interior. The cover's interior surface provides a protective barrier that prevents scratching while allowing the original upholstered surface to maintain its aesthetic and comfort properties
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The cushioned pad protects vehicle interiors from damage and prevents pet discomfort by offering a soft surface for pets to rest on, while the magnetic section prevents scratches on the exterior.
Implementation Method 1
The body component comprises a magnetic section that sticks to the exterior of the vehicle door
Implementation Method 2
The padded or cushioned flap section utilizes hook and loop fasteners to attach to the inside of the vehicle door
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AI summary
A cushion and protector device is disclosed, which is a cushioned pad for dogs to put their legs on when looking out a window. The cushion and protector device comprises a body component that is configured in a rectangular shape that fits over a vehicle door. The body component comprises a magnetic section that sticks to the exterior of the vehicle door and a padded or cushioned flap section that sits over the window ledge. The padded or cushioned flap section utilizes hook and loop fasteners to attach to the inside of the vehicle door. Thus, the padded flap section offers a soft, comfortable resting place for dogs' paws, and the magnetic section prevents a dog's nails from scratching the vehicle's exterior. Additionally, the device is available in different colors and designs to accommodate all aesthetic preferences.