Telescopic Faucet Extension for Adjustable Pipe Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tap extensions require multiple pieces to achieve the correct length, leading to increased assembly time, risk of leakage, and visual defects due to large tolerances in wall thickness, necessitating a more reliable and simple connection solution.
Innovation Solution
A tap extension with a 1/2" male thread for the water pipe and a 1/2" female thread for the fitting, featuring a 1/2" external thread that can be shortened to exactly match installation requirements, eliminating the need for multiple pieces and ensuring proper sealing and aesthetics.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If multiple tap extensions of different lengths are used to bridge the gap, then the required length can be achieved, but assembly time increases and leakage risk increases due to multiple threaded connections
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate tap extensions into a single integrated component with a telescopic mechanism. The inner tube can slide within the outer tube to provide adjustable length, eliminating the need to assemble multiple separate extensions and reducing the number of threaded connections required.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a telescopic mechanism that allows the tap extension to dynamically adjust its length. The inner tube can move relative to the outer tube, enabling the extension to adapt to different gap sizes without requiring multiple fixed-length components.
2Length of moving object
If multiple tap extensions are combined to achieve the required length, then the gap can be bridged, but the risk of leakage increases due to multiple sealed threaded connections
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple extension segments into a single telescopic unit, reducing the number of threaded connections that require sealing. Fewer connections mean fewer potential leakage points and improved overall reliability of the water connection.
3Ease of manufacture
If tap extensions with standard lengths are used, then assembly is simplified, but visual defects occur when the combination is longer than needed, leaving difficult-to-clean thread sections visible
Solution Approach 1:
The telescopic mechanism allows the tap extension to be adjusted to the exact length needed, eliminating protruding thread sections that would be visible through the rosette. The inner tube can be extended or retracted to achieve a clean finish without exposing difficult-to-clean threads.
4Ease of operation
If a combination of tap extensions that is too short is used, then assembly is easier, but the fitting cannot be installed in a sealed manner, requiring costly repairs
Solution Approach 1:
The telescopic design allows the tap extension to be adjusted to ensure the threaded connection protrudes far enough for proper fitting installation and sealing. The inner tube can be extended to provide the necessary length while maintaining ease of assembly with fewer components.
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AI summary
Disclosed is a faucet extension (10) that has a 1/2" external thread (14) for connection to a water pipe (30) and a 1/2" internal thread for connection to a fitting (32), the 1/2" external thread (14) having a minimum length (l) of 30 mm.