Segmented Ring Vibrator for External Labial Stimulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current solutions for female arousal disorders, such as estrogen therapy, are limited, expensive, and often have adverse side effects, while existing vibration-based devices focus on internal vaginal or clitoral stimulation, which many women cannot orgasm from and may cause pain.
Innovation Solution
A ring-shaped vibrating device with adjustable segments and motors for external labial stimulation, providing 360-degree vibration coverage and customizable patterns, designed to fit the unique shape and size of each user's labia.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If estrogen therapy is used to treat arousal disorder, then the condition can be treated, but it is expensive and has adverse side effects
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces chemical therapy (estrogen) with a mechanical vibration-based stimulation device. The vibrator uses mechanical oscillation to stimulate the clitoris and surrounding areas, achieving arousal without chemical intervention, thereby eliminating adverse side effects while maintaining treatment effectiveness
2Ease of operation
If internal vaginal stimulation devices are used, then stimulation can be provided, but many women experience penetration pain
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts the conventional approach by designing a ring-shaped device that fits around the vulva externally rather than inserting into the vagina. The vibrator stimulates the clitoris and labia from the outside, eliminating penetration pain while providing effective stimulation through external contact
3Ease of operation
If direct clitoral stimulation is provided, then arousal can be achieved, but many women have sensitive clitoris making it painful
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by designing the ring vibrator to distribute stimulation across multiple areas (clitoris, labia majora, labia minora) rather than concentrating force on the sensitive clitoris alone. The segmented design allows different parts of the ring to contact different tissues, providing graduated stimulation that builds arousal without causing pain
4Ease of operation
If internal vaginal stimulation is used, then stimulation can be provided, but most women cannot orgasm from internal stimulation alone
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple stimulation functions into one device: the ring vibrator simultaneously stimulates the clitoris (through the central opening), labia majora (outer ring), and labia minora (inner ring), combining what were previously separate stimulation targets into a unified approach that increases orgasm potential
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 device effectively stimulates the labia and surrounding areas, promoting arousal and lubrication without pain, offering a safer and more affordable alternative to estrogen therapy, allowing for external stimulation without the need for insertion.
Implementation Method 1
at least one motor configured to generate vibration
Data Source
AI summary
Vibrating devices or sexual stimulation devices according to various embodiments are provided. In some embodiments, the device has a ring-shaped structure and includes at least one motor configured to generate vibration. an internal structure housing the at least one motor, and a deformable outer ring enclosing the internal structure. In some embodiments, the device includes a main body, a first segment and a fourth segment flexibly or rotatably coupled to the main body, a second segment flexibly or rotatably coupled to the first segment, and a third segment flexibly or rotatably coupled to the fourth segment. The first, second, third, and fourth segments form an adjustable ring structure having a central gap exposing at least a vaginal opening of a user when the device is placed on labia of the user. In some embodiments, each of the first, second, third, and fourth segments has a motor configured to generate vibration.