Suction Holder with Line Plug for Quiet Standby Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Suctioning devices produce disturbing noise during temporary non-use, and there is a need for an efficient method to store them and prevent noise during storage, while maintaining readiness for immediate use.
Innovation Solution
A base with integrated storage structures for the suctioner and suction line, including an upward receptacle for the suctioner and a plug to block air suction into the suction line, along with a securing mechanism for quick attachment to a wall, ensuring quiet storage and easy reassembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the suctioner is set aside on a table or bed during temporary non-use, then it is stored for ready use, but disturbing suctioning noise is produced
Solution Approach 1:
The suctioning system is divided into separate components: the suctioner body can be stored independently in a receptacle, while the suction line can be separately capped. This segmentation allows the suction source to remain active without producing noise through the disconnected line.
Solution Approach 2:
The harmful suction flow is extracted or removed from the system by capping the open end of the suction line. This eliminates the noise-generating pathway while maintaining the suctioner's readiness for immediate use.
2Speed
If the suction line is left open during storage, then it is ready for immediate use, but air is sucked into the line producing noise
Solution Approach 1:
A cap is provided that can be preliminarily placed on the suction line end during storage. This preliminary action prevents air intake and noise generation while allowing quick removal and reconnection when needed, maintaining readiness without the harmful effect.
3Ease of operation
If a storage device is provided for the suctioner, then it is stored in a convenient location, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base unit serves multiple functions: it provides a receptacle for storing the suctioner body, holds caps for sealing suction line ends, and can be positioned in convenient locations. This multi-functionality consolidates storage needs without significantly increasing overall system complexity.
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AI summary
Apparatus for storing a suctioner and the end of a suction line after disconnection from the suctioner, comprising support means, first storage structure on the support means for storing the suctioner; and second storage structure on the support means for storing the end of the suction line and for blocking suction flow of air into the line via the end.