Rotatable Vehicle Perfume Dispenser Slit Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional perfume dispensers for motor vehicles are limited in their ability to adjust the amount of perfume dispensed, as they can only be connected to the vehicle structure in fixed positions, lacking flexibility in perfume distribution.
Innovation Solution
A perfume dispenser with an articulated dorsal attachment and a rotatable perfume-dispensing body featuring tapered spoke-like slits on both the body and base, allowing for adjustable alignment and varying the flow of perfumed fluid by rotating the body relative to the support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the perfume dispenser is connected to the vehicle structure in fixed positions, then the structural stability is improved, but the adaptability of perfume distribution is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The perfume-dispensing body is made rotatable relative to the support base through an articulated connection mechanism, allowing the structure to transition from a static fixed position to a dynamic adjustable configuration. This enables the perfume dispenser to adapt its orientation and slit alignment while maintaining structural stability through the mechanical connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The perfume dispenser is divided into separate components: a support base and a rotatable perfume-dispensing body. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each part - the base provides stable attachment to the vehicle structure while the dispensing body can rotate to adjust perfume distribution patterns.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the perfume-dispensing body is made rotatable, then the adaptability of perfume distribution is improved, but the device complexity is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
A simple rotatable joint mechanism is introduced between the support base and perfume-dispensing body, providing adjustability without complex control systems. The mechanism allows manual rotation to align slits for desired perfume distribution patterns while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
By separating the perfume-dispensing body from the support base with a defined rotation interface, the complexity is localized to a simple articulated connection rather than requiring complex integrated mechanisms. Each component remains relatively simple in design.
3Productivity
If the slits are aligned to maximize perfume flow, then the productivity of perfume distribution is improved, but the adaptability to user preferences is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable perfume-dispensing body enables dynamic adjustment of slit alignment, allowing users to optimize perfume flow by rotating to positions where slits coincide for maximum distribution, or adjust to intermediate positions for reduced flow or different distribution patterns.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotation mechanism allows periodic adjustment of the perfume-dispensing body to different angular positions, enabling users to cycle through different perfume distribution intensities and patterns based on preference or environmental conditions.
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
Enables effective and customizable perfume distribution within the vehicle by allowing the user to adjust the alignment of slits on the dispenser body and base, enhancing the functional effectiveness and user control over fragrance release.
Implementation Method 1
The casing 8 contains a hydrophilic material soaked with a perfumed fluid. This hydrophilic material is conveniently a constant-volume absorbent material.
Implementation Method 2
by rotating the perfume-dispensing body 2 with respect to the support 1 it is possible to vary the relative positions of the slits 9 and the slits 4 so as to increase or reduce selectively the passages of flow of the perfumed fluid towards the environment inside the motor vehicle.
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AI summary
Perfume dispenser for motor vehicles comprising a support (1) bearing a perfume-dispensing body (2), wherein the support (1) comprises a generally circular base (3) provided with slits and an articulated dorsal attachment (5) coupled to a supporting structure of a motor vehicle, and a front arm (6) connected to the base (3) and bent in front of this to form an open receptacle (7). The perfume-dispensing body (2) consists of a flattened cylindrical casing (8) set in a projecting way within the receptacle (7) and connected in a coaxially rotatable way to the base (3). The casing contains a hydrophilic material soaked with a perfumed fluid and has dorsal slits facing the slits of the base (3) of the support (1).