Multi-Section Pool Skimmer Guard with Interchangeable Mesh Heads
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing pool maintenance devices do not provide a single, multi-purpose solution for preventing debris from entering the filtration system, requiring multiple tools and devices for various functions.
Innovation Solution
A one-piece, multi-section pool tool with varying length and size parts that can be combined to serve as a skimmer guard, weir guard, water intake line guard, pump basket guard, and vertical debris remover, utilizing a geometric shape frame with flexible mesh net and adjustable components for multiple functions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate tools are used for different pool maintenance functions, then each tool can be optimized for its specific function, but the device complexity and the number of tools required increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple pool maintenance tools (skimmer guard, debris rake, pump basket tool, leaf basket tool) into a single integrated pole system with interchangeable heads, eliminating the need for multiple separate tools while maintaining all necessary functions
Solution Approach 2:
The pole system is designed as a universal platform that can perform multiple pool maintenance functions through interchangeable heads and attachments, allowing one tool to replace several specialized tools
2Ease of operation
If a one-piece multi-purpose tool is used, then the number of tools is reduced and versatility is improved, but the manufacturing complexity and design difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into modular segments - a standard pole shaft and interchangeable heads/attachments - that can be manufactured separately using standard components and assembly methods, reducing overall manufacturing complexity while enabling multi-functionality
3Reliability
If standard pool skimmer intake is used, then debris enters the filtration system, but modifying the intake structure increases device complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary debris guard assembly that fits over the existing skimmer intake, preventing debris from entering the filtration system without requiring modification to the skimmer structure itself
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AI summary
An in-pool swimming pool skimmer/skimmer basket, weir, pump-motor/basket, water-inline and water intake inlet debris clog reduction embodiment system, that's size/shaped to be placed in-front of a pool skimmer/plate, unattached inside a pool. The embodiment has a geometric shape-correspondent to a pool skimmer, said with a flexible fabric that has apertures that is molded into it or fits over its frame. The Main Body Shaft© mass has optional embodiments(handle, various lengths, extension, series, etc.). The present invention geometric length shape frame, the Master Head Net© assembled unit, with flexible aperture fabric, is deployed over the top edge of a pool and in front of pool skimmer/plate from above ground. When used at different angles, it's a multiple tool unit in one, a skimmer/weir, water intake debris stopper/guard, a pool leaf rake or leaf skimmer, etc.