Magnetic Shoulder Strap Retainer for Discreet Undergarment Concealment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions fail to effectively and discreetly retain undergarment shoulder straps beneath outer garments, leading to visibility issues and discomfort, especially under sleeveless or strapped outer garments, and lack modularity and ease of use.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic shoulder strap retainer system that secures undergarment straps beneath outer garment straps using magnetically attracted members, allowing for adjustable and removable attachment without sewing, and enabling decorative accessories on a base plate.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing strap retention devices are used, then undergarment straps are retained, but they are visible from under outer garments causing embarrassment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a thin, flexible retainer member that can be positioned between the undergarment strap and outer garment to conceal the strap. This thin film approach allows the device to remain invisible under outer garments while effectively retaining the undergarment strap in place.
2Reliability
If strap retention devices are permanently attached to garments, then straps are securely retained, but the device cannot be used with different garments and requires sewing
Solution Approach 1:
The retainer member is designed with self-adhesive properties or magnetic characteristics that allow it to attach to both the undergarment strap and outer garment without requiring sewing or permanent attachment. This enables the device to be easily applied and removed, and used with various different garments.
3Force
If strap retention devices are bulky, then they provide strong retention force, but they cannot be easily hidden under outer garments
Solution Approach 1:
The retainer member is designed as a thin, flexible component that can be easily concealed under outer garments. Despite its minimal volume, it maintains effective retention force through strategic positioning between the undergarment strap and outer garment, leveraging the compression and friction from the layered structure.
4Reliability
If strap retention devices require complex attachment mechanisms, then they provide secure retention, but they become a hassle during daily dressing routine
Solution Approach 1:
The retainer member utilizes self-adhesive backing or magnetic attachment mechanisms that allow for simple application and removal without complex fastening procedures. Users can easily attach the device to the undergarment strap and outer garment, and just as easily remove it, making it convenient for daily use.
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
Effectively hides undergarment straps while allowing for easy adjustment and removal, accommodating various strap widths and styles, and allowing for decorative customization, enhancing user comfort and appearance.
Implementation Method 1
A decorative base plate is placed against the outer surface of the outer garment to engage the magnetic field produced by magnets positioned within the anchor assembly so that the magnetic field pulls against the base plate
Implementation Method 2
The magnetic attraction between the members also permits removal of the securing element without removal of the device secured to the strap
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a shoulder strap retainer for garments, and more particularly to an undergarment strap retention device for retaining a shoulder strap of an undergarment beneath a shoulder strap of an outer garment. Retention of a strap of an undergarment, such as a bra, beneath the shoulder strap of an outer garment is accomplished by a pair of members which are magnetically attracted to each other. One of the members, an anchor assembly, is secured to a strap of an undergarment. The strap of the outer garment is positioned above and adjacent to the undergarment with the inner strap hidden from view. A decorative base plate is placed against the outer surface of the outer garment to engage the magnetic field produced by magnets positioned within the anchor assembly so the magnetic field pulls against the base plate to sandwich the cloth of the outer garment.