Vaginal Shield With Adhesive Silicone Contour And Absorbent Pad
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vaginal shields do not include an attachable contour to effectively protect the female genitalia from fecal contamination, lacking an efficient and economical solution.
Innovation Solution
A vaginal shield with an absorbent pad and a central silicone or gel area, designed to be attached to the female genitalia, providing protection against fecal contamination and conforming to the vaginal shape with an oval design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing vaginal shield designs are used, then the basic protective function is provided, but they lack an attachable contour to effectively protect the female genitalia from fecal contamination
Solution Approach 1:
The vaginal shield is divided into distinct functional segments: an attachable contour portion with adhesive properties for securing to the genitalia, a central absorbent pad region for fecal absorption, and side flaps for additional protection. This segmentation allows each part to perform its specific function optimally while maintaining overall effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the vaginal shield have different material properties and functions: the contour portion has adhesive characteristics for attachment, the central area has high absorbency for fecal matter, and the edges have protective barriers. This local differentiation of properties enhances overall protection effectiveness without requiring complex integration.
2Reliability
If more features are added to improve protection, then the protective capability increases, but the device becomes more complicated and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple protective functions are merged into a single integrated shield structure: attachment functionality, fecal absorption, and contamination prevention are combined in one device. This merging reduces the need for multiple separate products while maintaining comprehensive protection.
Solution Approach 2:
The vaginal shield serves multiple functions simultaneously: it attaches to the genitalia to provide a barrier, absorbs fecal matter through the central pad, and prevents contamination through its contoured design. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for additional separate protective devices.
3Reliability
If a secure fit is achieved through attachment, then protection reliability improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The vaginal shield attaches to the genitalia through self-adhesive properties of the contour portion, eliminating the need for additional fastening mechanisms, clips, or adjustment components. The device secures itself through its design, maintaining simplicity while achieving reliable attachment.
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 vaginal shield effectively prevents fecal contamination, is inexpensive to implement and maintain, and retains its effectiveness by using an absorbent pad and gel or silicone attachment for secure fit and hygiene.
Implementation Method 1
an absorbent pad to absorb urine or feces
Data Source
AI summary
A vaginal shield including a covering assembly and an absorbing assembly. The covering assembly includes a covering. The covering is made of silicon or gel. The covering is used to cover female genitalia when defecating. The covering can be attached to the female genitalia. The absorbing assembly includes an absorbing pad. The absorbing pad is removably attached to the covering. The absorbing pad is used to absorb fences, blood, or urine. The absorbing pad can be used attached to underwear. The covering can be used attached to female genitalia.