Adjustable Compression Shorts With Dial Lacing Guides
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Solution Overview
Problem
Compression garments do not allow individuals to tailor the degree of compression to their specific needs, preferences, or body shape, providing a one-size-fits-all solution that may not meet individual requirements for comfort or performance.
Innovation Solution
A garment with an adjustable compression arrangement, featuring elastic fabric portions and mechanisms such as lacing guides, dial systems, or fastener pads, allowing users to customize the compression level by adjusting the stretch of the fabric.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed-size compression garment is used, then the garment structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the compression level cannot be adjusted to individual needs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the static compression garment into a dynamic system with adjustable compression levels. The lacing system with movable lacing guides and tensioning cords allows the garment to adapt its compression force dynamically according to user needs, resolving the contradiction between fixed structure and adjustable functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The garment is segmented into multiple adjustable zones with independent lacing systems. Each panel can be adjusted separately using lacing guides and cords, allowing localized compression control. This segmentation enables customization without requiring complete garment redesign, balancing adaptability with manageable complexity.
2Manufacturing precision
If the compression garment is customized for individual body shapes, then the compression fit is optimized, but the manufacturing complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of manufacturing different garments for different body shapes, the patent uses parameter changes by allowing users to adjust the compression force and tension through the lacing system. A single garment design can accommodate various body types and compression preferences by changing the lacing tension parameter, eliminating the need for multiple sized versions.
Solution Approach 2:
The lacing system provides multi-functionality by enabling the same garment to serve multiple purposes: accommodating different body shapes, providing varying compression levels, and allowing adjustments for different activities. This universal design approach maintains manufacturing simplicity while achieving customization goals.
3Force
If the compression level is increased for better performance, then the support and compression effect improve, but the comfort and wearability may decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The lacing system enables dynamic adjustment of compression force, allowing users to optimize the balance between performance and comfort. Users can increase tension for high-performance activities requiring maximum compression, or reduce tension for comfort during low-intensity activities or extended wear, resolving the fixed force versus comfort contradiction.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables users to quickly and easily adjust the compression to suit their individual needs, enhancing comfort and performance by providing customizable compression levels without the need to change the garment.
Implementation Method 1
The least one fabric portion is comprised of an elastic material and is configured to provide a degree of compression to a human body part depending on a degree of stretch of the at least one fabric portion
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AI summary
A garment configured to be worn on a human body is disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the garment is a short that includes at least one fabric portion and a compression adjustment arrangement. The least one fabric portion is comprised of an elastic material and is configured to provide a degree of compression to a human body part depending on a degree of stretch of the at least one fabric portion. The at least one fabric portion extends from a hip portion to a limb portion of the short. The compression adjustment arrangement is coupled to the at least one fabric portion. The compression adjustment arrangement includes a first lacing guide, a second lacing guide and a dial. Rotation of the dial is configured to move the first lacing guide toward the second lacing guide and increase an amount of compression provided by the elastic material.