Pet Bath Rack With Foldable Ladder for Independent Tub Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing pet bathing systems, such as foldable containers, struggle with pets entering and exiting bathtubs independently, especially for larger pets, and the foldable supporting frames can interfere with the bathing process.
Innovation Solution
A bath rack with a foldable ladder and a swinging end portion that allows pets to enter and exit the bathtub at a desired height, which can be lowered or raised to accommodate the pet's entry and maintain sufficient water levels, and the ladder can be folded or detached to avoid interference during bathing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the bathtub is supported at a high position, then the user can easily access the pet for cleaning, but the pet cannot enter and exit the bathtub by itself
Solution Approach 1:
The bathtub system is segmented into multiple functional components: the bathtub body supported at height, a foldable ladder providing independent access, and a swinging end portion for height adjustment. This segmentation allows the bathtub to serve multiple functions - being accessible to users at high position while also allowing pets to enter independently via the ladder.
Solution Approach 2:
The foldable ladder acts as an intermediary element between the ground and the high-positioned bathtub. It provides a gradual transition for pets to reach the bathtub independently, while not interfering with user access when folded or detached.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the foldable ladder is always present, then the pet can enter and exit independently, but the ladder interferes with the bathing process
Solution Approach 1:
The foldable ladder is designed to be dynamic rather than static. It can be folded or detached when not needed during the bathing process, eliminating interference. The ladder is only deployed when pet independent entry/exit is required, adapting to different operational phases.
Solution Approach 2:
The ladder is folded or detached in advance before the bathing process begins, preventing any potential interference. It is only set up when needed for pet access, ensuring the bathing area remains clear during the actual cleaning operation.
3Ease of operation
If the bathtub end portion is lowered for pet entry, then the pet can enter easily, but water or cleaning liquid may spill out
Solution Approach 1:
The swinging end portion is lowered in advance before the pet enters the bathtub. This preliminary action allows the pet to easily step into the tub without encountering a height barrier, while the lowered position prevents water spillage during the entry process.
Solution Approach 2:
The end portion of the bathtub is designed to be dynamically adjustable in height. It can be lowered when the pet needs to enter and then reset to its original position after entry, adapting to different operational requirements while preventing water loss.
4Loss of substance
If the bathtub end portion is reset to original position after pet entry, then water is retained, but the pet cannot exit easily
Solution Approach 1:
The end portion is reset to the original position in advance before the pet exits the bathtub. This ensures water is retained in the tub while providing a height advantage for the pet's exit, making it easier for the pet to step out.
Solution Approach 2:
The dynamic height adjustment of the bathtub end portion serves different functions at different stages: lowered for easy entry, reset for water retention and easy exit. This dynamic adaptability resolves the contradiction between water retention and exit ease.
Data Source
AI summary
A bath rack includes a rack body, a bathtub disposed on the rack body which is capable of supporting the bathtub to a predetermined height; and a foldable ladder includes an installation end portion installed on the rack body and a standing end portion opposite to the installation end portion adapted for standing on a ground. A pet is allowed to enter and exit the bathtub at a high position through the foldable ladder by itself, so as to facilitate the user to clean the pet with a relatively large size by the bath rack.