Interlockable Hair Curlers for Even Heat Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hair curling processes result in uneven curling due to higher heat exposure on the inner layers of hair in contact with the curler, leading to dissatisfaction among long-hair customers.
Innovation Solution
Interlockable hair curlers with electrical heating means that allow for longitudinal connection, providing a larger surface area for even heating and versatility in use, enabling homogenous perming results and accommodating different hair treatment processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If hair is wound onto a single curler, then the curling process is simple, but the heat exposure is uneven causing dissatisfaction
Solution Approach 1:
The curling system is divided into multiple separate curlers that can be used individually or connected together. Each curler is a独立的单元 with its own heating element, allowing the system to be segmented to match different hair lengths and achieve uniform heat distribution across all hair sections.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple curlers can be connected end-to-end to form a longer curling assembly. This merging of separate curling units allows long hair to be wrapped uniformly across the entire length, ensuring even heat exposure and consistent curling results throughout.
2Manufacturing precision
If multiple curlers are connected for long hair, then uniform perming results are achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Each curler is designed as a universal unit that can function both independently and as part of a connected assembly. The standardized interlocking mechanism and uniform dimensions allow the same curler design to serve multiple purposes - single use for short hair, or connected in sequences for long hair - reducing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The curlers feature nested or interlocking structures at their ends that allow them to connect securely. One curler fits onto another through standardized coupling mechanisms, creating a scalable assembly where multiple units nest together to form longer curling surfaces without requiring complex external fixtures.
3Stability of the object's composition
If curlers have permanent connections, then mechanical stability is high, but versatility for different hair types is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The connection between curlers is designed to be dynamic rather than fixed - it can be engaged when needed for stability during use, and disengaged when versatility is required for different treatments or storage. This on-demand connectivity allows the system to transition between stable operational state and flexible storage state.
Solution Approach 2:
An intermediary coupling mechanism serves as the interface between curlers, providing both mechanical stability when connected and ease of separation when needed. This mediator component enables the curlers to maintain firm connections during operation while allowing quick reconfiguration for different hair types and treatment processes.
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 interlockable design ensures more even perming results for long-hair customers, allowing for extended surface area for hair winding and enabling multiple treatment processes, while maintaining mechanical stability and user convenience.
Implementation Method 1
electrical heating means (14) for heating the cylindrical body (11) to a surface temperature in the range of 45°C to 150°C
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AI summary
The present invention is directed to the provision of interlockable hair curlers, an assembly of interlockable hair curlers, treatment processes for reshaping of keratin fibers using these interlockable hair curlers, and a kit-of-parts. The invention allows for a more homogenous perming result.