Inflatable Penis Ring Balloon Attachment Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing medical devices for treating penis-related issues lack an efficient and comfortable attachment mechanism, as conventional attachment devices do not incorporate an inflatable structure to securely hold medical appliances like catheters and erection devices.
Innovation Solution
An inflatable penis ring with evenly spaced inflatable balloons around its internal diameter, which can be inflated with air or liquid to securely hold medical appliances, featuring a rim for attaching devices such as vacuum erection tubes and urinary drainage catheters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional attachment devices are used, then medical appliances can be attached to the penis, but the attachment is not secure or comfortable
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by incorporating inflatable balloons that can be inflated or deflated to adjust the attachment security. The balloons transition from a deflated state (allowing easy insertion) to an inflated state (providing secure attachment), making the attachment device dynamic rather than static. This resolves the contradiction by allowing the device to adapt its properties based on the operational phase.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs parameter changes by altering the volume and pressure of the inflatable balloons to control attachment security and comfort. By changing the inflation parameter (from deflated to inflated), the device transitions between different functional states, achieving both secure attachment and user comfort at different stages of use.
2Reliability
If an inflatable ring structure is used, then secure and comfortable attachment is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the attachment device into modular components: an annular ring base structure and multiple inflatable balloons distributed around the ring. This segmentation allows the complex function of secure attachment to be achieved through simpler, repeating units (balloons) rather than a single complex mechanism, thereby managing device complexity while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The annular ring serves multiple functions: it provides the structural base for the balloons, offers a mounting surface for medical appliances via its rim, and maintains the overall shape of the device. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, thereby managing complexity while achieving secure attachment.
3Manufacturing precision
If multiple inflatable balloons are used, then secure positioning is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the attachment function across multiple identical balloon units, the patent achieves precise positioning through the collective action of distributed elements rather than requiring high precision in a single complex component. The balloons are evenly spaced around the annular ring, providing uniform attachment pressure and secure positioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses parameter changes (inflation/deflation) to achieve positioning accuracy without requiring complex manufacturing precision. The balloons can be inflated to the appropriate pressure to ensure secure attachment, compensating for variations in manufacturing tolerances and anatomical differences, thereby improving positioning accuracy while maintaining ease of manufacture.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The inflatable penis ring provides a comfortable, versatile, and effective attachment solution for medical appliances, ensuring secure positioning and ease of use, making it an efficient and dependable option for various medical procedures.
Implementation Method 1
An array of inflatable balloons is evenly spaced around the internal diameter of the ring. Means are provided to inflate or deflate the array of balloons as desired. Either air or liquid may be employed as an inflation medium.
Data Source
AI summary
The inflatable penis ring is a device facilitating attachment of medical appliances to the penis. The device comprises an annular ring having an internal and external diameter. An array of inflatable balloons is evenly spaced around the internal diameter of the ring. A pressure control is provided to inflate or deflate the array of balloons as desired. Either air or liquid may be employed as an inflation medium. Inflation of the balloons, functions to efficiently and comfortably hold the ring in place on the penis. A rim or sleeve is mounted on the ring. Medical appliances may be attached to the rim.