Mask Maker Machine with pH Electrolysis and Heating

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing facial mask machines are not advanced enough to produce masks tailored to the specific pH scale of individual skin types, leading to ineffective treatment and are often bulky and inconvenient for use.

Innovation Solution

A mask maker machine with an emulsification box divided into acidic and alkaline compartments, equipped with pH meters, heating elements, and flow control valves, allowing users to select desired pH levels and temperatures for producing masks that match their skin type, using electrolysis to control pH and a portable design for ease of use.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional mask machines use integrated design for extraction, heating, and mixing, then the device can perform all functions, but the device becomes bulky and inconvenient to carry

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefunctional integrationVSAvoiddevice portability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The mask machine is divided into separate functional modules: a processing unit for extraction and heating, and a separate application unit for mask delivery. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized independently and reduces the overall bulk of the device while maintaining all necessary functions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The processing unit is designed to handle multiple operations (extraction, heating, mixing) within a compact configuration, while the application unit can serve multiple purposes including mask delivery and storage. This multi-functionality approach maintains versatility without requiring separate dedicated components for each function.

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

2Ease of manufacture

If conventional mask machines produce pH neutral masks, then the manufacturing process is simple, but the masks cannot balance and supplement treatment for skin with high or low pH

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemask production simplicityVSAvoidpH customization capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system incorporates pH adjustment mechanisms that allow the mask formulation parameters to be changed based on skin type requirements. The processing unit can modify pH levels of the mask solution while maintaining automated operation, enabling customized pH masks without significantly complicating the manufacturing process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The mask production system transitions from static pH neutral formulation to dynamic pH adjustment capability. The device can adaptively change mask properties in real-time based on user selection, allowing the same device to produce masks tailored to different skin conditions while maintaining ease of operation through automated controls.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Device complexity

If existing mask machines lack pH control capability, then the device design is simpler, but the masks cannot be tailored to individual skin pH needs

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice structureVSAvoidpH tailoring capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mask machine incorporates automated pH control systems with sensors and feedback mechanisms that allow the device to self-adjust mask formulation parameters. This self-service capability enables pH-tailored masks without requiring complex manual intervention or overly complicated device structures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system includes pH sensing and feedback control mechanisms that monitor and adjust mask solution pH levels automatically. This feedback loop enables the device to maintain precise pH control while keeping the overall device structure manageable through automated regulation rather than complex mechanical adjustments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

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

Enables the production of masks with precise pH levels tailored to individual skin needs, improving treatment effectiveness and convenience through a compact, user-friendly device.

Implementation Method 1

an anode and a cathode are mounted on the first and the second portion of the component plate, respectively... perform electrolysis on water contained in the emulsification box

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrolysis: Electrolysis

Implementation Method 2

a heating element, a temperature sensor... heats the masking solution by the heating element

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectHeating: Heating

Data Source

PatentUS11396461B2Mask maker machine
Publication Date: 2022.07.26 SHENZHEN KAIYAN MEDICAL EQUIP CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention discloses mask maker machine for producing a mask of any desired shape. The mask maker machine comprises an emulsification box having an acidic chamber and an alkaline chamber to produce acidic and alkaline water with the help of electrolysis process. The user is able to select a desired pH scale via an input unit and once the desired pH is achieved the raw material is added in the corresponding alkaline or acidic chamber as per the requirement of the mask. The heating element heats the masking solution to a desired temperature for homogenous mixing of the masking solution. Further, the user can put any desired shape of mask mold on a base plate and the masking solution is poured in the mask mold through an outlet valve. Furthermore, the mask maker machine is able to produce the mask of variable pH as per the user skin.