Erectile Dysfunction Band with Adjustable Constriction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mechanical devices for erectile dysfunction, such as vacuum pumps and restrictors, are cumbersome and primarily focus on restricting blood flow rather than enhancing it, failing to effectively address the need for increased blood flow to the penis.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a unitary tube with a flat top portion and adjustable legs that apply pressure to the dorsal veins, featuring a soft surgical tissue exterior and a rigid interior, allowing for customizable constriction and integration with Kegel exercises to enhance blood flow.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If prior art restrictors are used to restrict blood flow from the penis, then blood retention is improved, but device complexity and user comfort deteriorate due to cumbersome designs
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the restrictor function into two separate components: a constriction ring for restricting blood flow from the penis, and a flat top portion for applying pressure to dorsal veins. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while reducing overall device complexity and improving comfort.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention extracts the dorsal vein compression function from the traditional restrictor design and implements it as a separate flat top portion. This extraction allows the constriction ring to focus solely on blood flow restriction while the flat top portion independently manages venous compression, simplifying the overall device structure.
2Reliability
If prior art restrictors are used to restrict blood flow from the penis, then blood retention is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to lack of adjustability
Solution Approach 1:
The constriction ring incorporates an adjustable mechanism that allows users to dynamically modify the constriction level according to their needs. This dynamic adjustment capability enhances ease of operation while maintaining reliable blood retention through customizable pressure levels.
3Force
If rigid structures are used to provide adequate pressure to the base of the penis, then pressure application is improved, but comfort deteriorates due to hardness
Solution Approach 1:
The device applies different material properties to different regions: the constriction ring uses rigid material for effective blood flow restriction, while the flat top portion uses soft material for comfortable dorsal vein compression. This local quality differentiation ensures adequate pressure application without compromising user comfort.
Solution Approach 2:
The device combines rigid and soft materials in a single integrated structure, allowing the constriction ring to provide firm pressure for blood retention while the flat top portion provides gentle compression for comfort. This composite approach resolves the contradiction between pressure effectiveness and user comfort.
4Reliability
If traditional restrictor designs are used, then blood flow restriction is achieved, but effectiveness in enhancing blood flow to the penis deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of solely restricting outflow, the device inverts the approach by simultaneously compressing dorsal veins to prevent blood loss while the adjustable constriction mechanism promotes arterial inflow. This inverted strategy enhances both blood flow restriction and blood flow enhancement effectiveness.
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
The device provides a comfortable and adjustable means to increase blood flow to the penis, aiding in attaining and maintaining erections by compressing dorsal veins while allowing arterial blood inflow, thus effectively addressing erectile dysfunction.
Implementation Method 1
The flat top portion is configured to lay across a base of a penis. The flat top portion applies pressure to the dorsal veins of the penis.
Implementation Method 2
The first leg and the second leg extend inwardly to a constriction region to form a receiving cavity configured to receive the penis. The elastic loop portion is configured to constrict the first leg and the second leg at the constriction region.
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AI summary
A device for alleviating erectile dysfunction includes a unitary tube having a flat top portion, a first leg, and a second leg. The first leg and the second leg extend from opposing ends of the flat top portion. The flat top portion is configured to lay across a base of a penis. The first leg and the second extend inwardly to a constriction region to form a receiving cavity. The receiving cavity is configured to receive the penis. The first leg and the second leg extend outwardly from the constriction region to form handle portions. An elastic loop portion extends from a distal end of the second leg. The elastic loop portion is configured to constrict the two leg portions at the constriction region.