Wearable Jewelry Cartridge System for Cosmetic Storage

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional wearable storage accessories do not provide a convenient and efficient means for users to easily replace storage containers, limiting versatility and usability.

Innovation Solution

A detachable and replaceable cartridge system for storing cosmetics and perfumes, featuring a storage element with a recess and notch configuration that allows for reversible engagement with a base, enabling easy removal and replacement of storage containers.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If conventional storage containers are coupled to wearable elements using latches or hooks, then the storage container can be securely attached, but the user cannot easily replace the storage containers

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of replacing storage containerVSAvoidcomplexity of attachment mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The device is divided into two separate components: a wearable element and a storage container cartridge. The cartridge can be independently removed and replaced from the wearable element without disassembling the entire device, enabling easy replacement while maintaining secure attachment during use.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The storage container cartridge is extracted as a separate, removable component from the wearable element. This allows the cartridge to be easily taken out and replaced while the wearable element remains intact, solving the problem of difficult replacement in conventional integrated designs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

2Adaptability or versatility

If storage containers are permanently attached to wearable elements, then the structure is simplified, but the versatility and adaptability of the accessory is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveability to exchange storage containersVSAvoidcomplexity of detachable cartridge system
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The wearable element is designed with a universal receiver that can accommodate different types of storage container cartridges. This allows a single wearable element to serve multiple functions by accepting various cartridges, enhancing versatility without requiring multiple dedicated devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The attachment system transitions from a static, permanent connection to a dynamic, reversible connection. The cartridge can be easily inserted and removed from the wearable element, allowing the system to adapt to different user needs and situations while maintaining structural integrity during wear.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS12048358B2Accessory storage device
Publication Date: 2024.07.30 MORALES MARIA
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AI summary

The present invention generally relates to wearable jewelry and storage devices. Specifically, this invention relates to wearable jewelry having the ability to store materials, including cosmetic makeup materials, lotions, and perfumes.