Swatch Tag With Contrast Background For Net Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Customers find it difficult to determine the material of cast nets displayed in transparent containers due to their complex construction and packing, requiring the container to be opened, which is a security concern at the retail level.
Innovation Solution
A net swatch tag system is introduced, where a container holds a net covered by a removable lid, and a swatch tag is connected to the container. The swatch tag features a base with a contrast background section, where the swatch material is mounted, and a cover that overlays the base to sandwich the swatch material, allowing it to be easily viewed without opening the container.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the container is sealed for security, then security is improved, but the customer cannot view the net material without opening the container
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a swatch tag as an intermediary element that bridges the container and the customer's viewing need. The swatch tag includes a window portion that allows visual access to the net material inside the sealed container without compromising the seal. This mediator enables information transfer (visual inspection) while maintaining the security function of the sealed container.
Solution Approach 2:
The swatch tag is segmented into multiple functional portions: a window portion for viewing, a body portion for structural support, and a connector portion for attachment to the container. This segmentation allows each part to serve its specific function - the window portion provides visibility while the connector portion maintains the sealed container integrity.
2Loss of information
If the container is opened to view the net material, then the customer can identify the material, but security is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The swatch tag acts as a mediator that enables the customer to view the net material through its window portion without requiring container opening. This eliminates the need to compromise security for viewing purposes, as all visual inspection can be performed through the sealed container's window.
Solution Approach 2:
The swatch tag is prepared in advance with the window portion positioned to display the net material before the customer arrives. This preliminary arrangement ensures that when the customer views the product, the information is already available through the sealed container, eliminating the need to open it.
3Loss of information
If the swatch material is mounted on a contrast background, then the visibility of the swatch material is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The swatch tag employs local quality by applying a contrast background specifically to the window portion where the swatch material is mounted. This localized contrast enhancement improves visibility of the net material without requiring complex structures throughout the entire tag. The contrast background is applied only where needed for visual differentiation.
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 swatch tag system allows potential customers to easily identify the material of the net without opening the container, addressing the retail security concern and enhancing customer experience by providing a clear visual representation of the product.
Implementation Method 1
The swatch material adheres to the base at an adhesive ring
Data Source
AI summary
A net swatch tag system has a container containing a net. The container has a lid that is removable and attaches to the container. A swatch tag is connected to the container. The swatch tag retains a swatch material corresponding to the net. A base is formed on the swatch tag. The base has a contrast background section. The swatch material is mounted over the contrast background section.