Shower Bidet with Split Seating and Upward Spray Nozzle Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bidets are not designed for use in shower environments, lacking a suitable configuration to provide effective sanitation and comfort during showering, and existing shower systems do not integrate a bidet-like functionality for personal hygiene.
Innovation Solution
A shower bidet system comprising a plastic device with seating surfaces and a bridge portion, allowing a shower spray nozzle to be positioned between the seating columns to direct water upward for sanitary cleaning, with optional arcuate profiles for attachment and a method to utilize it over a shower drain with a flexible water supply hose.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional bidet is used, then personal hygiene function is provided, but it cannot be integrated into shower environment
Solution Approach 1:
The bidet device is designed to function both as a standalone personal hygiene device and as an integrated shower accessory. The simplified structure allows it to be placed in shower environments without requiring complex plumbing integration, while still providing effective bidet functionality through the nozzle assembly and water delivery system.
2Strength
If a plastic bidet device is used, then durability and resistance to chemicals are improved, but structural stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The bidet device utilizes plastic material that combines chemical resistance with structural integrity. The molded construction creates a rigid yet lightweight structure that resists corrosion from shower chemicals while maintaining sufficient structural stability to support the nozzle assembly and withstand normal use conditions.
3Ease of operation
If the nozzle is positioned between seating columns, then spray coverage is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bidet device is divided into distinct functional segments: the seating surface structure and the nozzle assembly. The nozzle assembly is positioned between the seating columns, creating separate functional zones that improve spray coverage without requiring complex integration. This segmentation allows the nozzle to be strategically positioned for optimal hygiene effectiveness while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables effective personal hygiene during showering by providing a sanitary washing function with upward water flow, using durable and resistant materials, and accommodating various user sizes with adaptable seating configurations.
Implementation Method 1
The shower spray nozzle is operable to include a flow of water. The shower bidet is operable to direct the flow of water upward from below the first seating surface and the second seating surface.
Data Source
AI summary
A shower bidet is provided. The shower bidet includes a plastic device operable for a user to sit upon. The plastic device includes a first seating surface disposed atop a first seating column, a second seating surface disposed atop a second seating column, and a bridge portion connecting the first seating column and the second seating column. The first seating surface and the first seating column are separated from the second seating surface and the second seating column such that a spray nozzle may be disposed between the first seating column and the second seating column.