Nasal Dilating Bridge and Appliques for Goggle Seal Compression
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional goggles compress nasal passages, inhibiting breathing through the nose, and there is a need for a device to enhance nasal airflow without relying on eyewear.
Innovation Solution
A breathing system comprising a bridge member and nasal appliques that apply a dilating force to the nose, using magnets to increase nasal passage volume, with the option to attach to eyewear for stabilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If goggles are worn to protect eyes during sports, then eye protection is improved, but nasal passage compression increases which inhibits breathing
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the breathing enhancement function from the eyewear system by providing a separate nasal passage dilating device that can be worn independently or with eyewear, thereby removing the harmful compression effect while maintaining eye protection
Solution Approach 2:
The nasal passage dilating device applies a counteracting force to the compression caused by goggle foam liners, using elastic members and adjustable mechanisms to open nasal passages against the compressive pressure, thereby restoring breathing ability without compromising eye protection
2Reliability
If foam liner compression is increased to create an effective seal, then seal effectiveness is improved, but nasal passage compression increases which inhibits breathing
Solution Approach 1:
The invention segments the functions of sealing and breathing by providing a separate dilating device that specifically addresses nasal passage compression without affecting the seal integrity, allowing independent optimization of both functions
Solution Approach 2:
The dilating device incorporates adjustable elastic members and tensioning mechanisms that can be dynamically adjusted to counteract varying levels of compression from different goggle models or fit conditions, maintaining breathing ability while preserving seal effectiveness
3Ease of operation
If a breathing system is added to alleviate nasal pressure, then breathing ability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The dilating device utilizes the existing compression force from goggle foam liners as a spring mechanism, converting the harmful compression into useful dilation force through elastic members, thereby eliminating the need for external power sources or complex actuation systems
Solution Approach 2:
The invention replaces complex electronic or pneumatic dilation systems with a simple mechanical elastic member-based system that automatically responds to compression forces, reducing device complexity while maintaining breathing enhancement functionality
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively enhances nasal airflow, allowing for improved breathing during physical activities by dilating the nasal passages and can be easily activated or deactivated as needed.
Implementation Method 1
The pair of nasal appliques and the bridge member are configured to selectively transition between an ON state wherein the pair of nasal appliques interact with the bridge member to apply a dilating force on the nose of the user
Data Source
AI summary
A breathing system is provided which enhances the ability of a user to breathe through the user's nasal passageways. The breathing system generally includes a bridge member and a pair of nasal appliques which are attachable to the lateral portions of the user's nose. The bridge member is positionable adjacent the appliques to activate the system and impart a dilating force onto the user's nose. The system may be deactivated by removing the bridge member from the appliques, and thereby removing the dilating force from the user's nose.