Shower Column Adjustable Connection Structure for Variable Pipe Depth
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing connection structures for shower column systems are laborious and time-consuming to adjust due to friction and resistance from sealing members, which can lead to reduced sealing performance over time.
Innovation Solution
A connection structure featuring a flexible hose and connecting pipe with a movement channel allows for adjustable installation without compromising sealing performance, using a PVC hose and a connecting pipe that moves within a channel, along with a sealing member and tying member to ensure a secure and leak-proof connection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a sealing member is used to improve sealing performance between the support and connecter, then sealing performance is improved, but friction and resistance increase during adjustment, making the process laborious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the sealing member from the adjustment interface between the support and connecter. Instead, the sealing member is placed only at the water inlet connection, eliminating the friction and resistance caused by sealing members during the adjustment process while maintaining sealing performance where needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a buffer component as an intermediary between the support and connecter. This buffer allows relative movement during adjustment without requiring friction from a sealing member, enabling smooth adjustment while maintaining connection integrity.
2Reliability
If a sealing member is used to ensure sealing performance, then sealing performance is improved, but the sealing member is worn by friction over time, eventually reducing sealing performance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the sealing member from the adjustment interface, eliminating the friction that causes wear. The sealing member is retained only at the water inlet connection where sealing is critical but relative movement is minimal, thereby extending the service life of the sealing member.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies the sealing member only where absolutely necessary (at the water inlet connection) rather than throughout the entire adjustment interface. This localized application reduces overall friction and wear on the sealing member while maintaining sealing performance at critical points.
3Adaptability or versatility
If an adjustable connection structure is used to adapt to different water supply pipe depths, then adaptability is improved, but the adjustment process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a dynamic connection structure where the support can move relative to the connecter through a buffer mechanism. This dynamic design allows for quick adjustment to different pipe depths without complex procedures, reducing installation time while maintaining adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection structure is divided into separable components (support, connecter, buffer) that can be independently adjusted and positioned. This segmentation allows for simple, modular adjustment to accommodate different pipe depths without requiring complex integrated mechanisms.
Data Source
AI summary
A connection structure of shower column systems includes fixing member, shower column body having containing cavity, connecting pipe communicating with water supply pipe, and hose in the containing cavity. The shower column body includes installation part having movement channel communicating with the containing cavity; the installation part is installed on the fixing member; the connecting pipe is in wall, an end thereof passes the movement channel to move axially; the hose communicates with water inlet of the shower column body and passes the movement channel to communicate with the connecting pipe. Flexible connection through the hose and connecting pipe makes more adjustment room than rigid connection. Distance between the connecting pipe and shower column body is adjusted by moving the connecting pipe in the movement channel. System adjustment and installation are quickly completed according to different depths of water supply pipes. Sealing performance of products wouldn't be influenced during adjusting.