Multi container dispensing arrangement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing dispensing systems for fluid products like shampoo and conditioner are bulky and inconvenient for carrying outside the home, as they require individual containers that do not easily fit in travel bags and can be difficult to locate within a bag.
Innovation Solution
A multi-container dispenser with a selecting arrangement and dispensing mechanism that allows users to choose which fluid to dispense from a plurality of interconnected storage containers, featuring one-way valves and a manually manipulatable pump to prevent leakage and facilitate easy use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If multiple individual dispensing containers are brought for travel, then multiple fluid products can be carried, but the arrangement becomes bulky and creates excessive weight
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple individual dispensing containers into a single integrated multi-container dispenser unit. Multiple storage containers are interconnected and mounted on a common support structure with a shared dispensing mechanism, eliminating the need to carry separate bottles and reducing overall bulk while maintaining the ability to dispense multiple fluid products.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispensing arrangement is designed with a universal dispensing mechanism that can service multiple different storage containers. The single pump system can dispense from any of the connected containers, and the system can adapt to different container types (shampoo, conditioner, body wash), making the entire unit multi-functional rather than requiring separate dedicated dispensers for each product.
2Quantity of substance
If multiple individual dispensing containers are brought for travel, then multiple fluid products can be carried, but the weight becomes excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple individual dispensing containers into a single integrated multi-container dispenser unit. Multiple storage containers are interconnected and mounted on a common support structure with a shared dispensing mechanism, eliminating the need to carry separate bottles and reducing overall bulk while maintaining the ability to dispense multiple fluid products.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispensing arrangement is designed with a universal dispensing mechanism that can service multiple different storage containers. The single pump system can dispense from any of the connected containers, and the system can adapt to different container types (shampoo, conditioner, body wash), making the entire unit multi-functional rather than requiring separate dedicated dispensers for each product.
3Quantity of substance
If individual dispensing containers are placed in a bag, then multiple fluid products can be carried, but it becomes difficult to find containers dispersed individually inside a bag
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple individual dispensing containers into a single integrated multi-container dispenser unit. Multiple storage containers are interconnected and mounted on a common support structure with a shared dispensing mechanism, eliminating the need to carry separate bottles and reducing overall bulk while maintaining the ability to dispense multiple fluid products.
4Adaptability or versatility
If individual fluid dispensing containers are used, then each product can be dispensed separately, but they do not fit conveniently into single toiletry bags
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple individual dispensing containers into a single integrated multi-container dispenser unit. Multiple storage containers are interconnected and mounted on a common support structure with a shared dispensing mechanism, eliminating the need to carry separate bottles and reducing overall bulk while maintaining the ability to dispense multiple fluid products.
Solution Approach 2:
The dispensing arrangement is designed with a universal dispensing mechanism that can service multiple different storage containers. The single pump system can dispense from any of the connected containers, and the system can adapt to different container types (shampoo, conditioner, body wash), making the entire unit multi-functional rather than requiring separate dedicated dispensers for each product.
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 multi-container dispenser provides a compact and convenient solution for carrying multiple fluid products by allowing users to select and dispense fluids from a single unit, preventing leakage and reducing bulk, while also accommodating solid items like toothbrushes and other articles.
Implementation Method 1
each storage container comprises a one-way valve member, configured to allow flow of fluid through the valve in one direction and preventing flow of fluid in the opposite direction
Implementation Method 2
The dispensing arrangement is a manually manipulatable pump
Data Source
AI summary
A multi-container dispenser for storing hygiene product, is disclosed. The dispenser comprises a plurality of storage reservoirs and an elongate receptacle body. The storage reservoir is configured to store fluids such as shampoo, and the elongate receptacle body is configured to store hygiene product such as tooth brush. Further, the storage reservoir comprises a dispensing outlet. A resealable cap disposed over each storage reservoir, such that each cap is selectively unsealed and resealed by a user. The dispenser comprises a dispensing arrangement in fluid communication with the plurality of storage reservoir, which is configured for actuation by the user, thereby causes dispensing of fluid from the selected storage reservoir. The storage reservoir being selected by the user by unsealing the selected respective sealable cap.