Segmented Body Support Panels for Independent Breast Pressure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing chest supports for post-surgical or cosmetic breast surgery do not effectively provide independent and adjustable support for both breast areas, leading to inadequate pressure distribution and comfort.
Innovation Solution
A body support system comprising two resilient panels with tongues and fasteners that allow for independent adjustment of pressure on each breast area, enabling encircling and supporting of the torso with customizable tension and pressure distribution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional chest support garment is used, then the chest can be supported generally, but independent and adjustable support for each breast area cannot be provided
Solution Approach 1:
The chest support is divided into separate modular components: a first support panel for the first breast area, a second support panel for the second breast area, and a connecting section. Each panel can be independently adjusted and fastened, allowing customized support for each breast area without requiring a completely complex redesign of the entire garment structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The support panels are made resilient and can be dynamically adjusted through fastening mechanisms (such as hooks, eyes, or snaps) that allow the user to modify the tension and position of each panel independently. This dynamic adjustment capability enables adaptation to different breast sizes and post-surgical needs while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional chest supports are used, then general chest support is provided, but customizable pressure distribution cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The pressure distribution system is segmented into independent adjustment points on each support panel, allowing users to apply different levels of pressure to each breast area according to their specific needs, whether for post-surgical compression, cosmetic support, or comfort.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilience of the support panels and the tension applied through the fastening mechanisms can be adjusted to change the pressure parameters. Users can modify the degree of compression and positioning by adjusting the fastening tightness, enabling customizable pressure distribution without complex mechanical systems.
3Adaptability or versatility
If resilient panels with fasteners are used for independent adjustment, then customizable support is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support system uses simple segmented panels connected by a connecting section, with minimal fastening hardware. Each panel is a discrete unit that can be independently adjusted, avoiding the need for complex integrated mechanisms while still achieving independent pressure adjustment capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient panels serve multiple functions: they provide structural support, apply pressure, and can be repositioned through the fastening mechanisms. The connecting section provides both structural connectivity and allows for adjustment of the panel positions, reducing the need for separate adjustment components for each function.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides customizable support pressures for each breast area, enhancing comfort and stability, and can be easily donned and doffed, accommodating various post-surgical or cosmetic needs.
Implementation Method 1
a first support comprising a resilient first panel... a second support comprising a resilient second panel... wherein a first support pressure is induced to the first body area by abutting contact therewith
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AI summary
A variety of body supports are disclosed for supporting a body portion, for example for supporting a chest in a donned configuration. In some examples, the body support includes a first support panel having one or more first tongues projecting outwardly therefrom, a second support panel having one or more second tongues projecting outwardly therefrom, a connecting section, joining the first support panel to said second support panel in longitudinal spaced relationship along an imaginary longitudinal mid-line of the body support, the first tongue and the second tongue being on opposite transverse sides of a mid-line of the body support, a first fastener and s second fastener. The body support further having a doffed configuration wherein the first support panel and the second support panel are non-contiguous with respect to one another.