Portable Coating Applicator Kit with Tethered Brush and Dual-Use Opening
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a lack of portable and ready-to-use systems for applying surface coatings, such as tire coatings, which are efficient and convenient for treating multiple surfaces.
Innovation Solution
A portable surface coating applicator kit that includes a container with an integral handle, a pour spout, and a removable cap, along with a tethered applicator brush that can be easily inserted into the container to coat its bristles with the surface coating liquid.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a portable container is used to store coating liquid, then portability and convenience are improved, but the container must accommodate both liquid storage and applicator storage functions
Solution Approach 1:
The container is designed to serve multiple functions: storing coating liquid, storing the applicator when not in use, and providing a base for replenishing coating liquid. The opening in the container wall allows both applicator insertion and liquid pouring, while the internal cavity accommodates both the applicator and liquid reservoir simultaneously.
2Reliability
If the applicator is tethered to the container, then loss prevention is improved, but the tethering mechanism adds structural complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The tether includes a visible portion that can be seen extending from the container, providing visual indication of the applicator's location and status. This visual element helps users locate and retrieve the applicator easily while maintaining a simple mechanical tethering structure.
3Ease of operation
If the opening height is sufficient for applicator insertion, then applicator coating capability is improved, but the container wall must be modified with additional openings
Solution Approach 1:
The opening in the container wall serves dual purposes: it allows the applicator to be inserted and removed from the container, and it provides access for pouring coating liquid into the container. This single opening eliminates the need for separate openings for these two functions, maintaining container simplicity while achieving full operational capability.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The kit provides a convenient and efficient means to apply a surface coating to tires and other surfaces, allowing for easy storage and reuse of the coating liquid, and ensuring consistent application.
Implementation Method 1
A tip of the applicator, such as a plurality of brush bristles are dipped into the surface coating liquid
Data Source
AI summary
A portable coating applicator kit preferably includes a liquid jug, an applicator brush, and a surface coating liquid. The liquid jug preferably includes an integral handle, a pour spout and a removable cap. A brush opening is formed through a side wall of the liquid, such that a small amount of surface coating liquid may be retained in a bottom of the liquid jug. A height of the brush opening is sufficient to allow the plurality of bristles to be freely inserted into the brush opening to coat tips thereof with the surface coating liquid. The brush preferably includes a brush handle and a brush tether. The brush tether extends from a free end of the brush handle. The brush tether preferably includes a flexible line and a hook. The hook is preferably large enough to hook around a bottom of the integrated handle.