Portable Solid Perfume Device with Snap-Fastening Capsule Retention
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing devices for solid perfumes are not practical for daily use due to their lack of portability, ease of use, and stability during transport, often requiring two hands to open and close, and relying on precarious single-magnet holding mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
A portable device with a simultaneous opening and closing system for both sides, using a toothed central wheel mechanism, and incorporating multiple snap-fastening means for secure capsule retention, allowing for one-handed operation and enhanced stability during use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a single magnet is used to hold the capsule in the device, then the device structure is simple, but the capsule stability during transport is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The single magnet holding mechanism is segmented into multiple magnets (at least two) distributed within the recess. This segmentation provides multiple contact points for the capsule, distributing the holding force and preventing capsule movement during transport, thereby improving reliability without significantly increasing structural complexity.
2Reliability
If a valve or slide system actuated by two hands is used, then the closing is secure, but the ease of operation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The lid closing system incorporates a self-latching mechanism with a latch element and a cam surface. When the lid is closed, the cam surface automatically engages the latch element to secure the lid without requiring manual intervention or two-handed operation. The system serves itself by using the closing motion to trigger the locking action.
3Ease of operation
If the device is made compact for portability, then the ease of operation is improved, but the capsule holding stability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The capsule is retained not only by vertical magnetic force but also by lateral confinement through side walls with recesses and positioning elements. This multi-dimensional retention approach (vertical + lateral) ensures capsule stability within the compact device volume, preventing movement in any direction during portability use.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a portable device (1) for receiving an interchangeable capsule (2) containing a solid cosmetic or perfumery product, said device (1) comprising a receptacle (3) having a recess (4) that is complementarily shaped and sized for receiving said capsule (2), said device (1) being equipped with a system (7) for opening and closing said recess (4), which system is provided with means for holding said capsule (2), which means are provided to be removable and are in the form of snap-fastening means (5), preferentially in the form of grooves (6), shaped to engage with complementary snap-fastening means (26) equipping said capsule (2), preferentially in the form of ball catches. The invention also relates to a capsule (2) containing a solid cosmetic or perfumery product and to the use of said device (1) provided with the capsule (2) for caring for the skin, applying make-up or applying perfume, depending on the corresponding product contained inside said capsule (2).