Disposable container
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current diffusers and vaporizers are permanently affixed to devices and limited to single applications, lacking versatility and convenience.
Innovation Solution
A disposable container with a closed empty space and permeable walls that can be secured to an air flow stream using locking means, allowing filler materials to be released through vaporization, evaporation, or diffusion, suitable for universal use with various air flow means such as hair dryers, cloth dryers, and air blowers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If diffusers or vaporizers are permanently affixed to a device, then they are secure and stable, but they are limited to single applications and lack versatility
Solution Approach 1:
The diffuser system is divided into two separate components: a reusable air flow means (hair dryer) and a disposable container that can be easily attached and removed. This segmentation allows the same air flow means to be used with different disposable containers for various applications (hair styling, fabric freshening, air freshening), thereby achieving application versatility without increasing the complexity of the main device
Solution Approach 2:
The disposable container is designed with universal compatibility to work with multiple air flow means (hair dryers, cloth dryers, air blowers). The container features a standardized attachment mechanism that can be securely fitted to different devices, enabling one container design to serve multiple functions across different applications while maintaining simple device structures
2Ease of operation
If diffusers are permanently affixed to devices, then they are stable and reliable, but they cannot be easily replaced or removed
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment mechanism transitions from a permanent fixed connection to a dynamic removable connection. The disposable container incorporates locking means (such as clips or snaps) that provide secure attachment during use, yet allow for easy removal and replacement when needed. This dynamic attachment system maintains reliability during operation while enabling convenient replacement
Solution Approach 2:
The invention employs disposable containers that are designed for single-use or limited-use applications. These containers are inexpensive enough to be discarded after use, eliminating the need for cleaning, maintenance, or complex removal procedures. The disposable nature ensures reliable attachment during the usage period while providing ease of operation through simple replacement - just attach a new container when the current one is depleted
3Productivity
If filler materials are released through permeable walls, then vaporization and diffusion are enhanced, but material loss increases
Solution Approach 1:
The disposable container incorporates permeable or perforated walls that allow controlled passage of filler materials into the air stream. The porous structure enables efficient vaporization and diffusion of the filler materials (such as fragrances or conditioning agents) while maintaining reasonable control over the release rate. The permeability is optimized to balance vaporization efficiency with material conservation
Solution Approach 2:
The container design ensures continuous exposure of filler materials to the hot air stream throughout the usage period. The permeable walls maintain consistent contact between the filler materials and the flowing air, enabling continuous vaporization and diffusion without interruption. This continuous action maximizes productivity while the controlled permeability prevents excessive material loss by maintaining optimal concentration gradients
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 flexible and convenient single-use vaporization, evaporation, or diffusion of filler materials across multiple applications, offering a universal solution that replaces the need for permanently fixed devices.
Implementation Method 1
filler materials to be released into an air flow stream through air flow means; wherein filler materials are released by means of vaporization, evaporation or diffusion
Implementation Method 2
filler materials to be released into an air flow stream through air flow means; wherein filler materials are released by means of vaporization, evaporation or diffusion
Implementation Method 3
locking means (104) at the bottom part of the disposable container (100) to further secure the disposable container (100) to an air flow means
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a disposable container (100). The disposable container (100) is use particularly for vaporization, evaporation or diffusion whereby filler materials of filler means are released into the air flow stream through air flow means. The disposable container (100) comprising filler means (101) filled with filler materials within the closed empty space between an inner side wall (101a) and an outer side wall (101b) and a top (101c) and a bottom part (101d) of the disposable container (100); and locking means (104) at the bottom part of the disposable container (100) to further secure the disposable container (100) to an air flow means. The inner side wall (101a), the outer side wall (101b), the top (101c) and the bottom part (101d) of the disposable container (100) are permeable or perforated enabling filler materials to be released into an air flow stream through air flow means; wherein filler materials are released by means of vaporization, evaporation or diffusion.