Massaging Device With Integrated Shampoo Container And Deflecting Protrusions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional scalp massaging devices inadequately massage and clean the scalp during hair washing due to insufficient vibration transfer and require manual application of shampoo, leading to inefficient washing and potential device drop risks.
Innovation Solution
A massaging device with a detachable treating section featuring a base portion and protrusions that deflect to supply liquid detergent through communicating slits, eliminating the need for manual shampoo application and reducing the risk of device drop by integrating a container that foams and delivers shampoo during use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the brush section simply vibrates against the scalp using conventional eccentric rotation, then the device structure is simple, but the massage effect is insufficient and debris cannot be sufficiently removed
Solution Approach 1:
The base portion is designed to deflect dynamically in response to reciprocating drive, transforming the static brush section into a dynamic massaging element that adapts to scalp contours while providing effective massage and debris removal
Solution Approach 2:
The reciprocating drive means generates periodic deflection of the base portion, creating rhythmic massage movements that enhance cleaning effectiveness while maintaining a relatively simple device structure
2Ease of operation
If the treating section is pressed against the scalp after manual shampoo application, then the massaging function is achieved, but preliminary labor is required and device drop risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The container pre-stores liquid detergent in ready-to-use form, performing the shampoo preparation action in advance. The communicating slit system enables automatic detergent delivery to the treating section, eliminating the need for manual shampoo application before use
Solution Approach 2:
The device serves itself by automatically delivering detergent from the container through the communicating slit to the treating section during operation, eliminating the need for external manual preparation and reducing user labor
3Extent of automation
If liquid detergent is stored in a container during use, then manual shampoo application is eliminated, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The container is integrated within the drive section structure, with the communicating slit system embedded in the base portion. This nesting approach allows automatic detergent delivery functionality to be incorporated without significantly increasing overall device complexity
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables effective scalp massage and hair washing with reduced manual effort, minimizing shampoo adherence and device drop risks, while providing a minute lather for improved cleaning and protection.
Implementation Method 1
a container (26) communicating with said communicating slit (25) and moving in response to the deflection of said base portion (4) is provided in said region
Implementation Method 2
the container (26) is made of an elastic material... enabling such massaging, etc to be performed as if done by fingertips
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AI summary
A massaging device enabling hair wash and massage of a scalp to be readily performed effectively and reliably. The massaging device 1 includes a massaging device main body 2 acting as a drive section and a treating section 3. The treating section 3 includes a base portion 4 made of a flexible material and a plurality of first protrusions 5 protruding in a downward direction that is the direction of intersecting with a surface of the base portion 4. The massaging device main body 2 includes a reciprocating drive means 12. A reciprocating drive means 12 is provided to allow the base portion 4 to defect in an up-and-down direction that intersects with a surface of the base portion 4. Each of the first protrusions 5 includes a communicating slit 25 which allows an interior and an exterior to communicate with each other. A container 26 for a shampoo L is provided inside the base portion 4. The container 26 communicates with the communicating slit 25, and moves in response to the deflection of the base portion 4. As a result, the shampoo L infiltrated into the container 26 is foamed in response to the deflection of the base portion 4 to permit hair washing and massaging to be performed with said shampoo L being supplied from the communicating slit 25.