Portable personal hygiene device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing personal hygiene devices lack a portable, efficient, and easy-to-use solution for cleansing the posterior regions, as they do not incorporate a detachable toilet rim attachment, retractable nozzle assembly, discharge control mechanism, or remote control operation.
Innovation Solution
A portable personal hygiene device with a detachable mounting bracket for toilet rim attachment, a retractable and extendable nozzle assembly, discharge control and adjustment mechanism, and a portable remote control device for controlling the device's operation, allowing for efficient and easy cleansing of the posterior regions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a portable personal hygiene device is designed with detachable mounting bracket and retractable nozzle assembly, then ease of operation and portability are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into separable components including a detachable mounting bracket that can be removed from the toilet rim, a retractable nozzle assembly that can be pulled out and retracted, and a portable housing containing the pump and power source. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while maintaining overall functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The nozzle assembly incorporates a retractable mechanism that allows it to dynamically change position between extended and retracted states. The mounting bracket also transitions between attached and detached states, providing dynamic adaptability for different usage scenarios and storage conditions.
2Measurement precision
If a discharge control and adjustment mechanism is added to control nozzle positioning, then precision of liquid delivery is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The discharge control mechanism incorporates adjustment features that allow users to control the position and direction of the nozzle assembly. The mechanism provides tactile feedback through adjustable components that can be manually positioned to achieve precise liquid delivery control.
3Ease of operation
If a portable remote control device is integrated for remote operation, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity and power consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
A portable remote control device serves as an intermediary between the user and the pump system. The remote contains a wireless transmitter that communicates with a receiver in the pump housing, allowing the user to control pump operation without direct contact with the main device controls.
Solution Approach 2:
The remote control system replaces mechanical control mechanisms with wireless electronic communication. Instead of requiring direct mechanical interaction with switches or dials on the pump housing, the system uses wireless signals transmitted from the portable remote control device.
4Adaptability or versatility
If the nozzle assembly is made fully retractable and extendable, then adaptability and ease of operation are improved, but reliability of liquid delivery may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The nozzle assembly is designed with a retractable mechanism that allows it to dynamically change position between extended and retracted states. This dynamic capability provides adaptability for different usage scenarios while maintaining a sealed connection to the discharge conduit throughout the movement range.
Solution Approach 2:
The discharge conduit is made flexible to accommodate the retractable movement of the nozzle assembly. The flexible conduit maintains fluid connection while allowing the nozzle to move between positions, ensuring reliable liquid delivery regardless of nozzle position.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device provides a convenient, efficient, and hygienic means of cleansing the posterior regions by allowing secure attachment to a toilet rim, adjustable nozzle positioning, and remote operation, enhancing user experience and hygiene.
Implementation Method 1
a pump, the pump and motor are enclosed within the second interior chamber, the pump is driven by the motor
Implementation Method 2
a flexible discharge conduit interconnecting the nozzle assembly with the pump; a flexible intake conduit interconnecting the pump and a reservoir
Implementation Method 3
a means for enabling the nozzle assembly to oscillate and discharge liquid in a concurrent fashion
Data Source
AI summary
A portable personal hygiene device is detachably secured to a toilet bowl rim via an integral mounting bracket. The hygiene device controllably directs liquid, water, or other solution to the posterior portions of a user's body through a nozzle assembly. The hygiene device includes a housing which encloses a power source, a motor and a pump. An adjustable brace is included to facilitate enhanced secured attachment of the hygiene device to the toilet rim. A replaceable, reusable reservoir provides the water supply for the pump. The nozzle assembly is movable between retracted and extended positions.