UV Sanitizing Case for Tattoo Machines
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Solution Overview
Problem
Tattoo machines are not properly sanitized between uses, leading to potential disease transmission among individuals, as existing solutions do not adequately address the need for convenient and reliable sanitizing and transporting of these devices.
Innovation Solution
A storage and sterilizing case with a hinge-connected cover and base, equipped with four ultraviolet lights and an electronic circuit board, which activates when closed to provide UV sanitation, ensuring effective disinfection of tattoo machines and their accessories.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If tattoo machines are reused between clients, then device complexity and cost are reduced, but disease transmission risk increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the sanitization function from the tattoo machine itself and places it in a separate storage case with UV lighting system. The machine remains simple and reusable, while the case provides the harmful factor mitigation through UV-C sterilization.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage case acts as an intermediary between tattoo machines and clients. It provides a controlled environment with UV lighting that sterilizes machines before use, breaking the transmission chain without requiring machine replacement.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If tattoo machines are sanitized between uses, then disease transmission risk is reduced, but time and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The case automatically activates UV lighting when closed, performing sanitization in advance before the machine is needed. This preliminary action eliminates the need for time-consuming manual sanitization procedures right before each use.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage case performs self-sanitization through automatic UV lighting activation upon closing. The system serves itself by detecting when the case is closed and automatically initiating the sterilization process without human intervention.
3Device complexity
If manual sanitization procedures are used, then equipment cost is reduced, but reliability and consistency of sanitization decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical sanitization procedures with an automated UV lighting system controlled by an electronic circuit board. This substitution ensures consistent, reliable sanitization through automated timing and UV dose control.
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic circuit board provides feedback control by monitoring the closing of the case (via switch activation) and automatically controlling the UV lighting duration and intensity. This ensures consistent sanitization effectiveness without manual intervention.
4Reliability
If UV lighting system is added to case, then sanitization effectiveness is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The storage case serves multiple functions: it stores tattoo machines, provides structural protection during transport, and integrates an automated UV sanitization system. This multi-functionality justifies the added complexity by consolidating several needs into one device.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the storage function and sanitization function into a single integrated case. The UV lighting system is incorporated within the case structure itself, combining protection and sterilization in one unified device.
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 case provides a reliable mechanism for sanitizing and transporting tattoo machines, effectively reducing the risk of disease transmission by utilizing UV light disinfection, as demonstrated by its ability to kill bacterial agents within a short time frame.
Implementation Method 1
The case further includes an electronic circuit board and at least one ultraviolet light
Data Source
AI summary
A storage and sterilizing case shaped and dimensioned for storing a tattoo machine therein. The case has a cover and a base. The cover is connected to the base via a hinge securing the cover to the base along adjacent edges thereof. The base includes a tray for supporting the tattoo machine within the case. The interior of the case is provided with an electronic circuit board and at least one ultraviolet light.