Razor Hanger With Elastomeric Ring for Secure Upright Storage

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing personal care products, such as shaving razors, lack aesthetically pleasing storage solutions that securely hold the razor in an upright position, preventing accidental drops and damage, especially for modern razors with electrical components.

Innovation Solution

A shaving razor hanger with a body featuring a projection and an elastomeric ring that securely attaches to the razor handle, allowing easy attachment and removal, while maintaining an upright position and preventing contact with the mounting surface.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a hook is used to hang razors, then the razor can be stored vertically, but the razor may be accidentally knocked off and dropped

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevertical storageVSAvoidaccidental drop prevention

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The elastomeric ring acts as an intermediary between the projection and the handle opening, providing both secure engagement and cushioning. The ring's elastic properties allow it to deform during attachment and maintain constant contact pressure, preventing accidental drops while enabling easy removal.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The elastomeric ring provides beforehand cushioning by being pre-installed on the projection in a compressed state. When the handle is attached, the ring is further compressed, creating a cushioning effect that secures the razor firmly while protecting against drops.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

2Ease of manufacture

If conventional hangers are used, then storage is functional, but they are not aesthetically pleasing

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefunctional storageVSAvoidaesthetic appearance

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSShape

Solution Approach 1:

The invention merges the functional projection structure with an aesthetically pleasing contoured body and the addition of an elastomeric ring. This combination creates a premium appearance while maintaining the secure storage function, resolving the contradiction between functionality and aesthetics.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Weight of moving object

If heavier razor handles are used, then the razor feels more substantial, but they may damage the cartridge and blades

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvehandle weightVSAvoidcartridge damage

Core Design Contradiction:

Weight of moving objectVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The elastomeric ring provides beforehand cushioning that absorbs impact forces. When the heavier handle is attached or accidentally dropped, the ring's elastic deformation cushions the impact, protecting the cartridge and blades from damage while still supporting the heavier handle weight.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

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 hanger provides a secure, aesthetically pleasing storage solution that prevents accidental drops and damage, ensuring the razor dries properly and maintains ergonomic positioning.

Implementation Method 1

An elastomeric ring positioned on the projection

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS12484679B2Shaving razor hanger

Publication Date: 2025.12.02 THE GILLETTE CO

AI summary

A shaving razor hanger with a body having a top surface extending along a first plane and an opposing bottom surface extending along a second plane. A projection extending from the top surface. An elastomeric ring positioned on the projection.