Multi-Mode Massager Mechanism for Sustained Massage Effect
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional massagers have only one vibration massage function, which is ineffective over time and reduces massage effectiveness with prolonged use, leading to a poor massage experience.
Innovation Solution
A massager with multiple massage modes, including moving, rotating, and sliding massages, utilizing vibration motors and transmission mechanisms to provide targeted massage through independent massage columns and rotating blocks, with an isolating member to prevent interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional massager uses only one vibration massage function, then the device structure is simple, but the massage effect is poor and the massage experience deteriorates after long-term use
Solution Approach 1:
The massager is divided into multiple independent massage units, each capable of different massage modes (vibration, rotating, sliding). Each unit has its own motor and massage head, allowing them to work independently or in combination. This segmentation enables diverse massage functions while maintaining modular structure that manages complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The massager integrates multiple massage functions (vibration massage, rotating massage, sliding massage) into a single device. Different massage heads can be attached to the same handle, and multiple motors can operate simultaneously or independently, making the device universally applicable for various massage needs and body parts.
2Reliability
If multiple massage modes are added to provide better massage effect, then the massage experience is enhanced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The massager employs dynamic massage heads that can move in multiple directions (rotating, sliding, vibrating) rather than fixed static structures. The massage columns can rotate and slide along guided paths, providing dynamic massage actions that adapt to different body contours and massage requirements, enhancing effectiveness while using controlled mechanical movements.
Solution Approach 2:
Transmission mechanisms act as intermediaries between the motors and massage heads, converting motor rotation into the desired massage movements (rotating, sliding, vibrating). These transmission components mediate the force and motion from the power source to the massage interface, enabling complex massage actions through structured mechanical transmission.
3Productivity
If vibration motors and transmission mechanisms are used to achieve moving massage, then the massage coverage and effectiveness are improved, but the device complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The massage columns are nested within the handle structure, with massage heads positioned at the ends of columns that extend outward. The transmission mechanisms are housed within the handle, with gears and linkages nested concentrically. This nested arrangement maximizes massage coverage while compacting the mechanical components for easier assembly and manufacturing.
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 multiple massage modes enhance the massage experience by providing simultaneous and targeted massage effects, improving convenience and effectiveness.
Implementation Method 1
at least one group of massagers are also arranged on the outer housing, one group of massagers comprises a first vibration motor and a transmission mechanism connected to the first vibration motor
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a massager with a plurality of massage modes and a massage method. The massager comprises an outer housing, a control board arranged in the outer housing, and a battery and a control button which are connected to the control board, wherein a handle is formed at one end of the outer housing, a charging port for charging the battery is arranged on the handle, at least one group of massagers are also arranged on the outer housing, one group of massagers comprises a first vibration motor and a transmission mechanism connected to the first vibration motor, at least one group of massage columns are arranged at an end portion of the transmission mechanism, and the massage columns are moved by the transmission mechanism when the first vibration motor is working.