Pocket Mirror With Extendable Ring And Dual Light Sources
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional pocket mirrors are not well-suited for beauty applications such as applying eye shadow, as they lack functionality for easy manipulation and illumination.
Innovation Solution
A pocket mirror design featuring a body with a mirror, first and second light sources, and a ring that can be extended and rotated for easy manipulation, allowing for one-handed use while applying cosmetics, with adjustable light intensity and a standable leg for upright positioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional pocket mirrors are used, then they can be stored in a bag or pocket, but they are not well suited for beauty applications such as applying eye shadow
Solution Approach 1:
The ring is designed to be movable between a retracted position (within the body) and an extended position (outward from the body). When extended, the ring provides a finger loop that enables easy one-handed manipulation of the mirror. This dynamic structure allows the mirror to transition from a compact storage state to an operational state with improved ergonomics, directly addressing the need for ease of operation during beauty applications
2Illumination intensity
If conventional pocket mirrors are used, then they have simple structure, but they lack illumination functionality
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into a single integrated device: the mirror surface, the illumination system (LEDs with diffusers), and the ergonomic ring handle are merged into one unified pocket mirror structure. This merging approach adds illumination functionality without creating separate discrete components, thereby improving suitability for beauty applications while minimizing the increase in overall device complexity
3Ease of operation
If a ring is extended outward from the body for manipulation, then ease of operation improves, but the compact storage capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The ring's ability to move between retracted and extended positions allows the device to adapt its form factor based on usage state. During storage, the ring is retracted to minimize volume and maintain compactness. During use, the ring extends to provide ergonomic finger loop for one-handed manipulation. This dynamic configuration resolves the contradiction between operational ease and storage compactness
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables convenient and versatile use for beauty applications, such as applying eye shadow, with adjustable lighting and ergonomic design for easy handling with one hand.
Implementation Method 1
first and second light sources disposed at left and right portions of the mirror, respectively, to emit light from the mirror
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention is a pocket mirror that may be conveniently used by a person for many applications, including the application of eye shadow and other cosmetics. The pocket mirror comprises a body and a mirror engaged with the body. The pocket mirror further comprises first and second light sources disposed at left and right portions of the mirror, respectively, to emit light from the mirror. The pocket mirror further comprises a ring engaged with the body between a closed position where the ring is disposed substantially within the body and an open position where the ring is disposed substantially outward of said body. The ring comprises an least one opening that so the pocket mirror may be manipulated by a person's finger or fingers.