Squeezing device for squeezing a cleaning device

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing squeezing devices for cleaning devices, such as mops, require a large number of interacting parts, leading to complex manufacturing, high costs, and a higher likelihood of failure and wear.

Innovation Solution

A squeezing device comprising at least one pressing element, one counterpressing element, and an adjusting device with a selector element and shifting element that allows for adjustable squeezing force by varying the distance between the elements, reducing the need for multiple parts and enhancing durability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional squeezing devices use multiple interacting parts to achieve adjustable squeezing force, then the squeezing function is effective, but the device complexity increases and manufacturing cost rises

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustable squeezing forceVSAvoidnumber of parts

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the adjusting device with the pressing element into a single integrated component. The adjusting device includes a first adjusting element and a second adjusting element that are integrated with the pressing element structure, eliminating the need for separate adjustment mechanisms. This merging reduces the total number of parts while maintaining the ability to adjust squeezing force through the interaction between the two adjusting elements.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The pressing element is designed to serve multiple functions: it provides the squeezing force, allows for adjustment of the squeezing force magnitude, and maintains structural support. The first and second adjusting elements are integrated into the pressing element, making the pressing element a multi-functional component that combines both pressing and adjustment capabilities, thereby reducing overall device complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional squeezing devices use multiple interacting parts, then adjustable squeezing is achieved, but reliability decreases due to more potential failure points

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustable squeezing forceVSAvoidfailure probability

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

By integrating the adjusting device with the pressing element, the patent reduces the number of separate components that could potentially fail. The first and second adjusting elements are combined with the pressing element structure, creating fewer interfaces and connection points where failures could occur, thereby improving overall reliability while maintaining adjustability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If traditional squeezing devices use multiple interacting parts, then squeezing function is achieved, but manufacturing cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustable squeezing forceVSAvoidmanufacturing cost

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The integration of the adjusting device with the pressing element reduces the total component count, which directly lowers manufacturing costs. Fewer parts mean fewer manufacturing steps, less assembly work, and reduced inventory requirements. The first and second adjusting elements are manufactured as part of the pressing element structure, simplifying the production process.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The pressing element is designed as a multi-functional component that performs both pressing and adjustment functions. This universality means that a single component serves multiple purposes, reducing the need for separate specialized parts and thereby lowering overall manufacturing complexity and cost.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Adaptability or versatility

If traditional squeezing devices use multiple interacting parts, then squeezing function is achieved, but wear and maintenance requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustable squeezing forceVSAvoidservice life

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDuration of action of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

By combining the adjusting device with the pressing element into an integrated structure, the patent reduces the number of separate moving parts and interfaces. This integration minimizes the points of contact and potential wear locations, thereby extending the service life of the squeezing device while maintaining the adjustable squeezing force capability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS20260026671A1Squeezing device for squeezing a cleaning device

Publication Date: 2026.01.29 CRE A SOLVE AG

AI summary

A squeezing device for squeezing a cleaning device having at least one pressing element, at least one counterpressing element, and at least one adjusting device. The adjusting device is configured to adjust the squeezing force and has at least one selector element and at least one shifting element. The selector element has at least a first recess and a second recess. The shifting element is at least partially received in the first recess when the selector element is in the first position and is at least partially received in the second recess when the selector element is in the second position, whereby the distance between the pressing element and the counterpressing element and thereby the squeezing force is adjustable.