Modular Sonic Vibration Buffer for Tight Space Cleaning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cleaning systems struggle to effectively clean small spaces, corners, and crevices on automotive and home appliances due to their design limitations and high costs, making them inaccessible to common consumers.
Innovation Solution
A modular sonic vibration buffer system with interchangeable adapter assemblies and cleaning tools, featuring different buffering tips made of materials like cotton, foam, or rubber, which can be easily attached to a sonic vibration device for efficient cleaning of various shapes and sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional cleaning devices are used, then large items can be cleaned, but small spaces and corners cannot be effectively cleaned
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning device is divided into modular components: a handle assembly and interchangeable cleaning head assemblies. Each cleaning head can be independently selected and attached based on the specific cleaning task, allowing effective cleaning of both large surfaces and small spaces while maintaining operational efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The handle assembly serves as a universal base that can accommodate multiple types of cleaning head assemblies through a standardized mounting interface. This multi-functional design allows a single handle to perform various cleaning functions by simply changing the cleaning head, resolving the contradiction between versatility and productivity.
2Reliability
If specialized cleaning devices are used, then specific cleaning tasks can be performed, but the cost becomes prohibitively high
Solution Approach 1:
By creating a universal handle assembly that works with multiple cleaning head types, the system reduces the need for multiple specialized devices. Consumers can purchase one handle and interchangeably use different cleaning heads for various tasks, maintaining cleaning effectiveness while significantly reducing overall cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular design allows individual cleaning heads to be replaced or recovered independently of the handle assembly. If a cleaning head wears out or becomes damaged, only that specific component needs replacement rather than the entire device, reducing costs while maintaining reliability.
3Ease of manufacture
If polishing wheels are used, then cost is reduced, but small spaces and corners cannot be cleaned
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning system segments the cleaning function into separate interchangeable heads, including smaller-profile heads designed specifically for accessing tight spaces. This allows consumers to affordably access small spaces by selecting the appropriate cleaning head for the task while keeping the universal handle.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides dynamic adaptability through interchangeable cleaning heads that can be selected based on the specific application. Users can switch between different head sizes and configurations to optimize for either cost-effectiveness or access to small spaces depending on the cleaning task at hand.
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
The modular system enhances cleaning efficiency and efficacy by allowing for secure attachment and effective cleaning of both large and small spaces with different configurations, improving product longevity and reducing waste, while being cost-effective and user-friendly.
Implementation Method 1
a sonic vibration device with a mounting shaft, the adapter assembly being coupleable to the sonic vibration device with the mounting shaft of the sonic vibration device being receivable in the mounting hole of the adapter body, the sonic vibration device operable to vibrate one of the first cleaning tool or the second cleaning tool
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AI summary
A modular some vibration buffer system includes an adapter assembly that can be attached to a sonic vibration device. The adapter assembly includes a body with apertures and a plate with arms that are received in the apertures of the body to couple the plate to the body. A cleaning tool is secured between the body and the plate to couple the cleaning tool to the adapter assembly. The sonic vibration device is operable to vibrate the cleaning tool via the adapter assembly. The system also includes additional adapter assemblies and cleaning tools with different characteristics that are attachable to the sonic vibration device in a modular nature for different cleaning or buffering applications.