Foldable Suction Cup Pet Hammock With Flat Mattress Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional pet hammocks either occupy large space when curtains are drawn due to their fixed structure or lack sufficient comfort and thickness, as they are typically hung vertically and have single-layer mesh cloth surfaces.
Innovation Solution
A foldable suction cup-type pet hammock with a bedstead comprising L-shaped pipes and a mattress, where suction cups on fixed components allow for easy attachment and detachment from walls or windows, enabling a rotatable bedstead that maintains mattress flatness in both folded and unfolded states, ensuring comfort and reduced space occupation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the hammock is fixed vertically with hanging wire structure, then the hammock can support pets to rest, but the hammock cannot be folded and occupies large space when curtains need to be drawn
Solution Approach 1:
The bedstead is designed with a rotatable connection to the fixed component, allowing it to dynamically change position between a horizontal extended position for pet resting and a vertical folded position for space saving. This dynamic structure enables the hammock to adapt between different spatial requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
When folded, the bedstead is positioned vertically against the wall or window, nesting within the wall thickness or window frame space, minimizing the occupied volume while maintaining structural integrity for future use.
2Ease of operation
If the hammock uses single-layer mesh cloth, then the structure remains simple, but the comfort and softness for pets is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The mattress is specifically designed with a thickness of 5-15cm and made of soft, comfortable material to provide localized comfort and cushioning for pets, while the rest of the structure (L-shaped pipes, connecting pipes, fixed component) remains relatively simple and functional.
Solution Approach 2:
The hammock combines different materials with complementary properties: the L-shaped pipes and connecting pipes provide structural support, while the mattress made of soft material provides comfort. This composite structure achieves both simplicity and comfort.
3Ease of manufacture
If the hammock structure is simplified for easy manufacturing, then production cost decreases, but the mattress may not maintain flatness when folded and unfolded
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable connection design allows the bedstead to dynamically adjust its position, enabling the mattress to maintain a relatively flat surface during both folded and unfolded states by distributing gravitational forces evenly across the mattress structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The L-shaped pipe geometry and rotatable connection parameters are specifically designed to maintain optimal angles between the bedstead components, ensuring the mattress remains relatively flat during state transitions while keeping the overall structure simple for manufacturing.
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 solution provides a comfortable, soft, and space-efficient pet hammock that maintains mattress flatness and flexibility, allowing pets to rest comfortably while occupying minimal space when not in use.
Implementation Method 1
the back of the fixed component is provided with at least one suction cup
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses a foldable suction cup-type pet hammock, which comprises at least one fixed component and a bedstead, wherein the back of the fixed component is provided with at least one suction cup; the bedstead is rotatably connected with the fixed component and comprises at least one L-shaped pipe; the bedstead has a first position and a second position relative to the fixed component; the fixed component is provided with a limiting component to keep the bedstead in the first position or the second position; and a mattress with a thickness is also arranged on the bedstead, and when a pet hammock is in the folded or unfolded state, the mattress has a relatively flat surface.