Integrated Suction Hose Wrap for Compact Vacuum Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional surface cleaning apparatuses, such as vacuum cleaners, often have bulky designs and lack efficient storage solutions for suction hoses and accessories, leading to increased size and vulnerability to damage.
Innovation Solution
A surface cleaning apparatus with a cyclone bin assembly and suction hose wrap that includes a recessed portion for hose storage and an accessory tool holder, allowing the hose to be securely wrapped and reducing the overall size, while also protecting the hose and tools from impact.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If the suction hose is stored externally without integration, then the apparatus structure remains simple, but the overall size increases and the hose is vulnerable to damage
Solution Approach 1:
The suction hose wrap is integrated within the main body housing of the vacuum cleaner, nesting the hose storage function inside the existing structure. This eliminates the need for external hose storage components, reducing overall apparatus size while maintaining structural simplicity through space-efficient design
2Reliability
If the accessory tool holder is exposed on the exterior, then tools are easily accessible, but they are vulnerable to impact and damage
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory tool holder is recessed into the main body housing, creating a protective cavity that cushions tools against impact before damage can occur. The housing structure itself acts as a pre-positioned protective barrier, absorbing potential impacts that would otherwise damage exposed tools
3Reliability
If the suction hose is left loose during storage, then it is easily accessible for use, but it is prone to damage and loss
Solution Approach 1:
The suction hose wrap incorporates a rotatable spool mechanism that allows the hose to be dynamically wound and unwound. During storage, the hose is securely wound around the spool and retained by a detent mechanism, protecting it from damage while allowing quick access when needed by simply unwinding from the rotating spool
4Ease of operation
If the cyclone bin assembly is permanently attached to the main body, then structural integrity is maintained, but the bin cannot be separated for convenient handling and emptying
Solution Approach 1:
The cyclone bin assembly is designed as a separable component that can be detached from the main body through a quick-release mechanism. This segmentation allows the bin to be easily removed for emptying or cleaning while maintaining structural integrity when attached, as the connection points are designed to preserve housing strength
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The design reduces the size of the surface cleaning apparatus, protects the suction hose and accessories from damage, and allows for easier handling and storage of the cyclone bin assembly without the suction hose, enhancing user convenience and durability.
Implementation Method 1
suction motor provided in the air flow path
Implementation Method 2
The rotation of the air in the cyclone results in some of the particulate matter in the airflow stream being disentrained from the airflow stream
Data Source
AI summary
A surface cleaning apparatus comprises an air flow path extending from a dirty air inlet to a clean air outlet and a flexible suction hose. The surface cleaning apparatus may comprise a main body comprising a suction motor provided in the air flow path. A cyclone bin assembly may be provided on the main body. The surface cleaning apparatus may comprise a suction hose wrap. The suction hose wrap having an accessory tool holder.