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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cleaning devices are inadequate for handling both wet and dry debris effectively, often requiring multiple devices and leading to inefficiencies in cleaning time, messiness, and maintenance, especially when dealing with mixed media spills.
Innovation Solution
A cleaning device connector system with a housing and bracket mechanism that allows for a removable cleaning head with a foldable portion and receptacle, enabling easy attachment and detachment, and a vacuum source for simultaneous wet and dry debris handling.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple cleaning devices are used to handle both wet and dry debris, then cleaning effectiveness is improved, but device complexity and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning device incorporates a vacuum source and a cleaning head with a cleaning element that can handle both wet and dry debris through a single device. The device includes a housing with a cavity that receives the cleaning head, a vacuum source connected to the housing, and a release mechanism that allows easy attachment and detachment of the cleaning head. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate brooms, mops, and vacuum cleaners.
Solution Approach 2:
The cleaning device is divided into separable components: a housing containing the vacuum source, a cleaning head with cleaning element, and a release mechanism. The cleaning head can be easily attached and detached from the housing through the release button that moves the bracket and pin. This segmentation allows the device to function as a multi-purpose cleaner while enabling easy maintenance and head replacement.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple cleaning devices are used, then cleaning capability is improved, but time consumption for setup and maintenance increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning head is pre-configured with the cleaning element and can be quickly attached to the housing using the release mechanism. The release button is positioned on the housing and configured to move the bracket and pin from a first position to a second position, enabling rapid attachment and detachment without complex setup procedures. This preliminary preparation of components reduces setup time significantly.
Solution Approach 2:
The cleaning head can be easily extracted from the housing by actuating the release mechanism. The release button moves the bracket and pin to release the cleaning head, allowing quick removal for maintenance or replacement without time-consuming disassembly procedures. This extraction capability reduces maintenance time while maintaining cleaning versatility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If combination tools are used to handle wet and dry media, then cleaning versatility is improved, but after-use maintenance and sanitation issues worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning device separates the cleaning head from the housing, allowing the cleaning head to be easily removed for maintenance. The release mechanism with the bracket and pin enables quick detachment of the cleaning head, which can then be cleaned or replaced independently of the housing and vacuum source. This segmentation simplifies maintenance and sanitation procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The cleaning head can be discarded after use or easily recovered for cleaning. The release mechanism allows the cleaning head to be quickly detached and disposed of if heavily soiled, or recovered and cleaned separately from the main housing. This reduces the maintenance burden on the entire device and simplifies sanitation procedures.
Data Source
AI summary
A cleaning device connector is provided having a connector housing with a front wall, a rear wall, a bottom surface, and a top surface. A cavity is arranged within the bottom surface of the housing. A bracket is arranged within the cavity of the housing. A pin extends from the rear wall of the housing. A release button is positioned on the housing and configured to move the bracket and the pin from a first position to a second position.