Dog Blanket with Integrated Chewable Objects

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional dog toys do not provide the comfort of a blanket to occupy and calm dogs, while dog blankets lack chewable objects to engage dogs, thus failing to address both comfort and entertainment needs simultaneously.

Innovation Solution

A dog blanket with integrated chewable objects, such as toys, secured between panels to prevent movement and indicated on the outer surface, allowing easy access for the dog to chew and lie comfortably.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional dog toys are used, then dogs can chew and play, but they do not provide the comfort of a blanket for relaxation and sleep

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefunctional versatilityVSAvoidproduct design complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines a blanket and chewable toy into a single integrated product. The blanket body incorporates chewable objects (bones, toys, or other chewable materials) embedded within or attached to the blanket, allowing the same product to provide both comfort/warmth and chewing entertainment simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The blanket is designed to serve multiple functions: it provides thermal comfort and coziness like a traditional blanket, while simultaneously offering chewing stimulation through integrated chewable objects. This multi-functional design addresses both relaxation needs and mental stimulation needs in a single product.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If conventional dog blankets are used, then dogs can relax and sleep comfortably, but they lack chewable objects to engage and stimulate dogs

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecomfort and relaxationVSAvoidengagement and stimulation capability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the comfort function of a blanket with the engagement function of a chewable toy. The chewable objects are integrated into the blanket structure, allowing the blanket to simultaneously provide warmth/comfort and mental stimulation through chewing behavior.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If chewable objects are added to a dog blanket, then dogs can be occupied and calmed, but the blanket structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveoccupancy and calming capabilityVSAvoidblanket structure complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The chewable objects are nested within or attached to the blanket structure. The objects are positioned within the blanket body or secured to the surface in a way that integrates them into the overall structure without requiring separate, complex assembly components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Solution Approach 2:

The blanket is divided into panels that can be secured together, with chewable objects positioned within specific panels. This segmentation allows for easier integration of chewable objects and simplifies the overall construction process while maintaining structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

4Ease of operation

If chewable objects are secured to the blanket panels, then the objects remain in position for easy dog access, but the manufacturing process becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveobject position stability and dog accessibilityVSAvoidmanufacturing process complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The chewable objects are pre-positioned within or attached to the blanket panels during the manufacturing process. This preliminary placement ensures proper positioning and secures objects before the blanket is assembled, simplifying the overall manufacturing process while ensuring objects remain in accessible positions for dogs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS11602123B1Dog blanket for play and sleep

Publication Date: 2023.03.14 PARSONS MARY LOUISE

AI summary

A dog blanket (1) having one or more chewable objects (3) integrated into a body (2) of the dog blanket to occupy and comfort a dog while sleeping and while at play.