Gel-State Content Applicator With Lower Pressurization Button
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gel-state content applicators face issues with inconsistent discharge amounts and inconvenience when applying gel-state contents to molar areas, as the pressurization button is typically located on the upper end, making it difficult to control the discharge and apply to hard-to-reach areas.
Innovation Solution
A gel-state content discharging applicator with a pressurization button on the lower end of the container, which pressurizes the inner container cap and pump, ensuring a consistent discharge through a valve and discharge member, allowing easy application to molar areas by forming a predetermined amount of gel-state content.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the pressurization button is formed on the upper end of the container, then the structure is simple, but it is inconvenient to push the button when applying gel-state contents to molar areas
Solution Approach 1:
The pressurization button is relocated from the conventional upper end position to the lower end of the container. This inversion of the button position allows users to comfortably push the button with their finger while applying gel-state contents to molar areas, solving the accessibility problem without adding complex mechanisms
2Quantity of substance
If only the central portion of the rubber pump is pressed, then the operation is simple, but the unpressurized portion swells up making it impossible to discharge constant amount of contents
Solution Approach 1:
The pressurization button is designed to pressurize the entire inner container simultaneously rather than just the central portion of the pump. By combining the pressurization action across the whole container volume, the system achieves consistent discharge amounts while maintaining simple user operation
Solution Approach 2:
The button structure is designed to distribute pressure uniformly across the inner container before content discharge begins. This preliminary uniform pressurization prevents swelling of unpressurized portions and ensures consistent discharge volume from the first use
3Loss of substance
If gel-state contents are applied with tools such as puff or cotton swab, then the application is precise, but the gel contents are stuck on the tool causing waste
Solution Approach 1:
The discharge member is designed to directly apply gel-state contents to the application site without requiring separate tools like puffs or cotton swabs. The system serves itself by integrating the application function into the container, eliminating tool-related waste while maintaining ease of use
Solution Approach 2:
The discharge member serves multiple functions: it dispenses the gel-state contents, applies them directly to the target area, and eliminates the need for separate application tools. This multi-functionality reduces waste while maintaining operational convenience
4Ease of operation
If gel-state contents are applied with hands, then no additional tools are needed, but the contents stick on hands requiring washing
Solution Approach 1:
The discharge member is designed to self-apply the gel-state contents directly to the target area, eliminating the need for hand application. This self-service mechanism maintains the simplicity of hand-free operation while preventing hand contamination by keeping the gel confined to the intended application site
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables easy and consistent discharge of gel-state content, preventing wastage and facilitating application to molar areas without the need for additional tools, ensuring efficient use and reduced hand contamination.
Implementation Method 1
a pump (40) which is coupled to the inner container cap (30), and comprises a pump bottom plate (41), a pump main body (42) integrally extending from an upper side of the pump bottom plate (41), a valve body (43) coupled to an upper portion of the pump main body (42), and an elastic member (44) installed to an outside of the pump main body (42)
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a gel-state content discharging applicator and, more particularly, to a gel-state content, discharging applicator wherein a pressurization button is formed on the lower end of a container such that, when the pressurization button is pressed, an inner container is pressurized, thereby pressurizing an inner container cap, which is coupled to the inner container, and a pump, which is coupled to the inner container cap; as a result, the gel-state content is discharged through a valve of the pump and through a discharge member such that a predetermined mount of gel-state content is always discharged easily; in addition, formation of the pressurization button on the lower end of the container guarantees that, when the container according to the present invention is used for tooth-related products among medications and sanitary aids, the content can be easily applied even to molar parts.