Integrated Razor Connector Hinge and Push-Button Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Razor connectors typically have complex mechanisms requiring multiple components, increasing assembly time and the risk of system failure due to movable parts prone to breaking.
Innovation Solution
A razor connector design featuring an interlocking mechanism with a push-button integrally formed with a hinge, allowing rotation to disconnect the razor cartridge, and a flexible tongue for pivotable movement, reducing the number of components and enhancing durability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional razor connectors use multiple components and complex mechanisms, then the connection reliability is improved, but the assembly complexity and production time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate components (hinge, push-button, spring, and connector body) into a single integrated connector piece. The hinge is formed as an integral part of the connector body, and the push-button mechanism is built-in, eliminating the need for separate assemblies. This merging reduces assembly complexity while maintaining the reliable connection function through the interlocking feature and elastic biasing mechanism.
2Ease of operation
If traditional razor connectors use multiple movable components, then the ease of operation is improved, but the risk of system failure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The push-button, hinge, and spring are integrated into a single connector body, reducing the number of movable parts that can fail. The elastic structure is formed as an integral part of the connector, eliminating separate spring assemblies. This integration maintains ease of operation through the simple push-button interface while reducing system failure risk by minimizing the number of components that can break or malfunction.
3Ease of operation
If traditional razor connectors use complex mechanisms with multiple components, then the ease of operation is improved, but the production time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is manufactured as a single integrated piece, likely through injection molding or similar processes. The hinge, push-button, spring, and interlocking features are all formed in one manufacturing step, eliminating the need for multiple assembly operations. This significantly reduces production time while maintaining the user-friendly push-button release mechanism.
4Adaptability or versatility
If traditional razor connectors use multiple separate components, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated connector design incorporates universal features: the interlocking feature with protrusion and recess can accommodate various cartridge shapes, the elastic structure provides adaptable biasing force, and the push-button mechanism works with different hinge configurations. The single-piece construction maintains versatility while reducing component count, as the integrated design can be configured for different applications without requiring separate component designs.
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 design simplifies assembly, reduces the risk of failure, and improves handling by allowing easy release of the razor cartridge with a single-action push-button mechanism, while maintaining mechanical stability and ease of use.
Implementation Method 1
The push-button is connected to an elastic structure configured to store a mechanical energy and to release the mechanical energy in order to move the push-button from the distal position to the proximal position
Implementation Method 2
The push-button is integrally formed with a hinge. The push-button is configured to rotate the hinge from a first to a second position upon actuation
Data Source
AI summary
In a first aspect, the present disclosure relates to a razor connector configured to connect a razor cartridge to a razor handle. The razor connector includes at least one interlocking feature configured to interlock with at least one interlocking part of the razor cartridge and a push-button integrally formed with a hinge. The push-button is configured to rotate the hinge from a first to a second position upon actuation, wherein rotation of the hinge from the first to the second position is configured to disconnect the razor cartridge from the razor connector.