Solid Bath Agent Revealing Sinking and Floating Play Elements
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solid bath agents lack interest-enhancing features beyond the use of toy finger puppets.
Innovation Solution
A solid bath agent comprising a water-soluble main body part transitioning to a second form after dissolution, with a secondary body part that includes a first secondary body part sinking in liquid and a second secondary body part floating, enhancing play experience through fishing-like interactions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional water-soluble solid bath agent with embedded finger puppet parts is used, then the toy function is provided, but the interest and enjoyment of the bath agent itself is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The solid bath agent is divided into multiple independent secondary body parts (first secondary body part and second secondary body part) that separate after dissolution. This segmentation creates distinct functional elements (sinking and floating parts) that enhance play value and interest beyond a single toy function
Solution Approach 2:
The bath agent transitions from a static embedded structure to a dynamic system where parts separate, sink, and float independently after dissolution. This dynamic behavior creates ongoing interest and interaction opportunities, transforming a simple toy into an engaging play experience
2Device complexity
If the secondary body part is completely embedded in the main body part before dissolution, then the structure is compact, but the dissolution process and revelation of hidden character is less interesting
Solution Approach 1:
The secondary body parts are nested within the main body part in a compact arrangement before dissolution. The first secondary body part is positioned to be completely embedded while the second secondary body part protrudes, creating a nested structure that maintains compactness while enabling interesting dissolution behavior
Solution Approach 2:
The secondary body parts are pre-positioned within the main body part during manufacturing, with the first secondary body part embedded and the second secondary body part protruding. This preliminary arrangement ensures that during dissolution, the hidden character is gradually revealed in an interesting sequence, enhancing user engagement
3Device complexity
If only a single toy function is provided in the bath agent, then the structure is simple, but the level of interest and enjoyment is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The solid bath agent incorporates multiple functions: the main body part provides water-soluble bath functionality, the first secondary body part provides a sinking toy element, and the second secondary body part provides a floating toy element. This multi-functionality increases play value while maintaining relatively simple structural implementation
Solution Approach 2:
The invention utilizes parameter changes in material density to create different functional behaviors. The first secondary body part uses denser material that sinks, while the second secondary body part uses less dense material that floats. This parameter variation enables diverse play functions without significantly increasing structural complexity
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The design provides a high level of interest and enjoyment by revealing a hidden character through dissolution, allowing for interactive play experiences.
Implementation Method 1
a main body part which is water-soluble and configured to transition from a first form which is prior to dissolution, to a second form after dissolution
Implementation Method 2
the first secondary body part is configured to sink in a liquid
Implementation Method 3
the second secondary body part is configured to float in the liquid
Data Source
AI summary
A solid bath agent comprises a main body part which is water-soluble and configured to transition from a first form which is prior to dissolution, to a second form after dissolution; and a secondary body part, at least a portion of which is contained in the main body part in the first form, and which is not contained within the main body part in the second form, wherein the secondary body part includes a first secondary body part and a second secondary body part, and in the second form, the first secondary body part is configured to sink in a liquid, and the second secondary body part is configured to float in the liquid.