Leash-Attached Dog Waste Carrier with Odor Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Carrying dog waste during a walk can be inconvenient and embarrassing, as existing solutions require additional items to be carried, and there is a need for a discreet and secure attachment to the dog leash.
Innovation Solution
A dog waste carrier that attaches to a leash using cord locks and paracords, with a main body that includes a top opening, interior and exterior panels, and a pouch for unused bags, featuring a deodorizing packet and a grommet for easy bag dispensing, allowing secure and convenient waste management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a bag containing dog waste is carried separately, then the waste can be disposed of, but the person must carry an additional item which is inconvenient and embarrassing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the waste bag carrier with the dog leash into a single integrated unit. The carrier is attached to the leash via cord locks and paracords, allowing the waste bag to be carried without requiring a separate hand-held bag. This merging eliminates the need to carry an additional item while maintaining the ability to dispose of waste conveniently.
Solution Approach 2:
The dog leash is transformed into a multi-functional device that serves both its primary purpose (controlling the dog) and a secondary purpose (carrying waste bags). The carrier system allows the leash to function as both a restraint tool and a waste management solution, reducing the total number of items needed during a dog walk.
2Ease of operation
If a waste carrier is attached to the leash, then no additional items need to be carried, but the attachment must be secure and discreet
Solution Approach 1:
The carrier is pre-attached to the leash using cord locks and paracords before the dog walk begins. This preliminary attachment ensures that the carrier is securely in place and ready for use immediately when waste needs to be collected, eliminating the need for fumbling with separate attachments during the walk.
Solution Approach 2:
The use of paracords and cord locks provides a flexible yet secure attachment mechanism. The paracords can be threaded through the carrier and adjusted to fit different leash thicknesses, while the cord locks provide a reliable locking mechanism that maintains security without being bulky or obvious.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the carrier is always attached to the leash, then it is ready for future use, but it may be noticeable or cumbersome during the walk
Solution Approach 1:
The waste bag is nested within the carrier structure, which itself is attached to the leash. This nested arrangement allows the carrier to maintain a compact profile during the walk while still being readily accessible when needed. The bag can be dispensed through a grommet in the carrier, minimizing the need for the carrier to be prominently displayed or frequently manipulated.
Solution Approach 2:
The waste bag is extracted from the carrier through a grommet when needed, allowing the carrier to remain attached to the leash in a minimal profile state. This extraction mechanism enables the carrier to be ready for future use without requiring the entire carrier structure to be visible or accessible at all times during the walk.
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AI summary
A dog waste carrier that can be securely attached to a leash that is used to walk a dog. The dog waste carrier is discreet and unobtrusive. The dog waste carrier is composed of an exterior panel and an interior panel. The exterior panel has a bag dispenser to hold bags for use while walking a dog. The dog waste carrier also includes a main body having an interior for holding used dog waste bags until the end of the walk. The interior of the main body of the dog waste carrier may be configured to include a pouch to contain a charcoal packet to minimize odors. The dog waste carrier is folded along fold lines to be fitted securely over a dog leash so that the individual does not have to carry the dog waste bag or dog waste carrier while walking.