Ring Joiner Kit with Locking Projections for Rotation Prevention
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Solution Overview
Problem
Wearing multiple rings, such as a wedding ring and an engagement ring, on the same finger is problematic due to rotation issues causing aesthetic misalignment and discomfort from stone rubbing against the finger, and sizing issues due to weight changes leading to loose fits and potential loss.
Innovation Solution
A kit with circular bands and inserts of varying thickness that fit into adjacent rings to secure them together and adjust size, featuring partially curved plates with projections to lock rings in place and prevent rotation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple rings are worn on the same finger, then aesthetic expression and personal style are improved, but the rings rotate with respect to each other causing misalignment and discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple rings with a common band structure that integrates them into a single stable unit. The shared band design merges the individual rings physically, preventing relative rotation while maintaining the ability to wear multiple rings for aesthetic expression.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention segments the ring system into modular components (individual rings attached to a common band) that can be independently selected and configured. This segmentation allows users to choose different ring combinations while the common band ensures stable relative positioning.
2Length of moving object
If ring size is increased to pass over the knuckle, then the ring can be worn on the finger, but the ring becomes loose and may rotate or fall off
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a resilient band material that dynamically adapts to finger size changes. The band can expand to accommodate weight changes and compressibility variations, maintaining secure fit and reliable retention while allowing the ring to pass over the knuckle.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the physical parameters of the band by using resilient material with specific elastic properties. This allows the band to temporarily deform during insertion over the knuckle and then maintain a snug fit during wear, balancing ease of insertion with secure retention.
3Ease of operation
If the band is made resilient to accommodate finger compressibility, then the ring fits the compressible area, but the ring may slide or rotate during wear
Solution Approach 1:
By merging multiple rings into a single integrated unit with a common band, the invention eliminates independent movement and rotation of individual rings. The unified structure maintains stability on the finger while the resilient material continues to accommodate finger compressibility.
Data Source
AI summary
A kit having a ring sizer and ring joiner. The kit has a plurality of circular bands that fit into and engage with a plurality of adjacent rings, such as a wedding ring and an engagement ring, to secure the plurality rings together. In addition, the bands are made in different thickness so the bands can also be used to adjust the size of the rings.