Removable Vibrating Handle Insert for Ergonomic Toiletry Grips
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing toiletry appliances with integrated vibrating mechanisms are often bulky, expensive, and require replacement when the bristles wear out, leading to unnecessary disposal of the entire device, and lack ergonomic grip options.
Innovation Solution
A removable, rubberized elastic handle with a vibrating motor insert that can be fitted to various toiletry appliances, offering customizable vibration settings and improved grip through use of materials like silicon or thermoplastic elastomer, allowing for separate replacement of the handle and motor insert.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a vibrating mechanism is built into the handle of the toothbrush, then therapeutic and health benefits are provided, but the device becomes large and awkward
Solution Approach 1:
The handle is divided into a hard inner core and a soft outer rubberized layer with a receiving cavity. The vibrating motor insert is segmented as a separate removable component that fits into the cavity, allowing the vibration function to be added without increasing the core handle volume.
Solution Approach 2:
The vibrating motor insert is nested within the receiving cavity of the rubberized handle layer. This nesting allows the vibrating mechanism to be housed within the existing handle structure without increasing overall device volume, while still providing therapeutic benefits.
2Reliability
If the vibrating mechanism is built into the toothbrush, then vibration function is provided, but the whole toothbrush must be replaced when bristles wear out
Solution Approach 1:
The handle system is segmented into three replaceable components: the hard inner core, the rubberized outer layer with receiving cavity, and the vibrating motor insert. When bristles wear out, only the brush head needs replacement, while the handle components can be reused or independently replaced.
Solution Approach 2:
The handle design allows dynamic reconfiguration and selective replacement of components. The vibrating motor insert can be removed and replaced independently, and the rubberized layer can be swapped to change grip characteristics, enabling the system to adapt to different needs without complete replacement.
3Strength
If the handle is made of hard plastic material, then structural integrity is maintained, but ergonomic grip is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The handle employs different materials with different properties in different regions: the hard inner core provides structural integrity and strength, while the soft rubberized outer layer provides ergonomic grip comfort. Each material is placed where its specific properties are most needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The handle is constructed as a composite structure with a hard plastic inner core and a soft rubberized outer layer. This composite design combines the advantages of both materials: the hard core maintains structural strength while the soft outer layer enhances grip comfort and reduces slippage.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables user satisfaction through improved grip and vibration functionality while allowing for cost-effective replacement of worn-out parts, extending the life of the appliance and accommodating various appliance sizes and user preferences.
Implementation Method 1
Vibrating appliances such as vibrating toothbrushes are known. Such vibration can have a therapeutic, health, or customer satisfaction benefit.
Data Source
AI summary
A device is disclosed for providing a removable vibrating rubberized handle for a toiletry appliance. The device includes a vibrating motor insert and a rubberized handle. The rubberized handle includes at least one receiving cavity configured to receive at least one of a handle of the appliance and the vibrating motor insert.