Infant Shower Hammock with Collapsible Frame and Detachable Stool Seat
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing infant bathing devices are not designed for use in showers, requiring individuals to stand and bend awkwardly while washing infants, often getting wet, and are often heavy and cumbersome to set up and transport.
Innovation Solution
A self-contained infant shower hammock system with a collapsible frame, dual support members, and a detachable stool seat, allowing comfortable seated washing in a shower while keeping the individual dry, with lightweight and portable components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional infant bathing devices are used in showers, then the infant can be washed, but the individual washing must stand and bend awkwardly while getting wet
Solution Approach 1:
A detachable stool seat is introduced as an intermediary element between the hammock frame and the user. The stool seat includes a support arm connected to the frame and a seat portion with support legs extending to the ground, providing a stable seating position for the individual washing the infant. This allows the user to remain dry and comfortable while performing the washing task.
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional infant bathing devices are used, then bathing can be performed, but the devices are heavy and cumbersome to set up and transport
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into separate modular components: a hammock section with a collapsible frame and a detachable stool seat section. The stool seat can be detached from the hammock frame, allowing each component to be lightweight and easy to transport. The collapsible frame further reduces the size and weight for storage and travel while maintaining structural integrity during use.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional infant bathing devices are used, then bathing can be performed, but the devices are not easily transported
Solution Approach 1:
The hammock frame is designed to be collapsible, transitioning from an extended stable structure during use to a compact folded configuration for transport and storage. The detachable stool seat further enhances portability by allowing separation of components. These dynamic features reduce the device's footprint and weight during travel while maintaining structural stability during operation.
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AI summary
An infant shower hammock system has a shower hammock section with a collapsible frame with dual interconnected support members. Each support member has an upper bar component and leg components extending down from the upper bar components. A durable flexible netting extends between the two support members to support the infant. A shower head bracket holder is attached to one of the upper bar components for securing a handheld shower nozzle. A detachable stool seat section comprises a stool seat connected by a horizontal stool seat support arm, extending between the seat and the frame. A vertical stool seat support with support legs is connected to and extends down from the stool seat.