Flexible Light Therapy Patch With Detachable Intensity Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light and microcurrent therapy devices are non-reusable, lack adaptability to uneven body contours, and do not provide adaptive intensity control, leading to discomfort and inefficiency.
Innovation Solution
A light therapy device with a detachable controller and flexible silicone casing, featuring a patch with protrusions and cuts for secure attachment, and a rechargeable battery for multiple uses, along with adaptive intensity control through an integrated or detachable controller.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional adhesive patches are used on uneven body contours, then the patch can be applied to the skin, but the adhesive tape alone fails to cover the entire irregular surface effectively
Solution Approach 1:
The patch employs a flexible silicone casing that can conform to uneven body contours, allowing the device to adapt to irregular surfaces such as the area below the eyes while maintaining effective coverage and contact with the skin
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional single-use patches are employed, then the device can be disposed of after use, but this exacerbates the issue of medical waste
Solution Approach 1:
The invention introduces a reusable light therapy device with a detachable controller and rechargeable battery, allowing the therapeutic components to be recovered and used multiple times, thereby reducing medical waste while maintaining ease of disposal for the adhesive patch portion
3Duration of action of moving object
If conventional patches are detached from the user's body, then the therapy session ends, but the user experiences discomfort during removal
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible silicone casing and soft material construction of the patch reduce mechanical stress and irritation during detachment, minimizing user discomfort while allowing for complete removal after the therapy session
4Ease of operation
If light therapy devices with in-built controllers are used, then the device provides compactness and ease of use, but this limits interchangeability and battery serviceability
Solution Approach 1:
The light therapy device is divided into separable components including a detachable controller and rechargeable battery that can be independently serviced or replaced, maintaining compactness and ease of use while enabling interchangeability and battery serviceability
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 ensures comfort and adaptability to uneven body contours, reduces medical waste, and provides reusable, water-resistant, and adaptable therapy with adjustable intensity.
Implementation Method 1
The silicone material of the flexible casing absorbs and dissipates mechanical stress through deformation
Implementation Method 2
The adhesive agent on the back portion of the flexible casing adheres to the skin through molecular attraction
Implementation Method 3
The rechargeable battery stores electrical energy through electrochemical reactions
Implementation Method 4
The deformable element made with metallic material resists deformation through elastic recovery
Data Source
AI summary
A light therapy device comprises a flexible casing made with flexible silicone material. A Flexible Printed Circuit Board (FPCB) is installed over a front portion of the flexible casing. The FPCB comprises a plurality of stimulation elements and at least one pair of primary electrodes for therapeutic and recreational purpose. A detachable controller is attached over a back portion of the flexible casing. The controller comprises at least one pair of secondary electrodes, a rechargeable battery, and a user interface. The at least one pair of secondary electrodes engages with the at least one pair of primary electrodes to transmit the power from the rechargeable battery to the FPCB. Further, a flexible diaphanous sheet mounted over the FPCB through which the light therapy is provided to a user.