Abdominal Support Belt With Multi-Layer Sheet for Upward Lift
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing abdominal support belts fail to provide an ideal upward lifting force, leading to inadequate relief of pressure on the pelvis and lower back, causing discomfort for pregnant women.
Innovation Solution
The abdominal support belt is designed with a waist support portion and a lower abdominal support portion connected at a junction, where the lower abdominal support portion is partially or entirely made of a sheet material comprising multiple layers, including an adhesive layer, to enhance upward lifting force and load-bearing performance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional abdominal support belts are used, then basic support function is provided, but upward lifting force is insufficient and load-bearing performance is inadequate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite materials by using a sheet material structure comprising multiple layers (first outer layer, second outer layer, and adhesive layer) to construct the abdominal support belt. This multi-layer composite structure provides enhanced strength and upward lifting force while maintaining flexibility and comfort, directly resolving the issue of insufficient support effectiveness in traditional single-material belts
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements local quality by positioning the lower abdominal support portion specifically over the lower abdominal region and configuring it with enhanced support properties. The sheet material structure is localized to provide targeted upward lifting force where needed, improving support effectiveness at the critical lower abdomen area without compromising overall comfort
2Ease of operation
If traditional abdominal support belts are used, then basic wearability is achieved, but pressure relief on pelvis and lower back is inadequate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by configuring the lower abdominal support portion to extend over the lower abdominal region with specific geometric features (curved downwardly from central region to opposing ends) that target the pressure distribution area. This localized design provides enhanced pressure relief on the pelvis and lower back while maintaining overall wearability through comfortable materials and fit
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes by using a sheet material structure with specific layering (first outer layer, second outer layer, adhesive layer) that modifies the mechanical properties of the support belt. This changes the material parameters to provide enhanced cushioning and pressure distribution, reducing harmful pressure on the lower back while preserving ease of wear
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AI summary
The present application discloses an abdominal support belt, comprising: a waist support portion having a first upper edge and a first lower edge, wherein the waist support portion is configured to extend around a user's waist region and along both sides of the user when worn; and a lower abdominal support portion having a second upper edge and a second lower edge, wherein the waist support portion and the lower abdominal support portion are connected at a junction, and the lower abdominal support portion is configured to be positioned over a lower abdominal region of the user when worn; wherein at least one of the waist support portion or the lower abdominal support portion is at least partially formed from a sheet material comprising a first outer layer, a second outer layer, and an adhesive layer disposed between the first outer layer and the second outer layer.