Adjustable Water Baffle Structure for Sink Splash Blocking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional sinks and bathtubs lack effective water blocking devices, leading to water splashing that can make surrounding areas greasy or slippery, increasing cleaning difficulty and slipping risks.
Innovation Solution
A water blocking member comprising a fixed plate rotatably connected to a water baffle plate, locked and fixed through various locking devices such as straps, hook and loop fasteners, or suction cups, to prevent water splashing by positioning the baffle plate perpendicularly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional sinks and bathtubs are made of materials such as stainless steel, iron enamel, or ceramic, then the structural strength and durability are improved, but the water blocking capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The water blocking member is divided into multiple functional segments: a fixed plate for stable installation, a rotatable water baffle plate for adjustable positioning, and a locking device for securing the structure. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally while collectively solving the water splashing problem without compromising structural strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The water baffle plate is designed to be rotatable relative to the fixed plate, allowing dynamic adjustment of the baffle angle to optimize water blocking effectiveness for different water flow conditions. The locking device enables the structure to transition from a dynamic adjustable state to a fixed stable state during operation, combining both adaptability and structural integrity.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a water blocking device is added to prevent water splashing, then the water blocking capability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The water blocking function is extracted as a separate, independent device that can be installed in traditional sinks and bathtubs without modifying their original structure. This extraction approach allows the water blocking capability to be added while maintaining the simplicity of the original sink or bathtub design, avoiding unnecessary complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of making the entire sink or bathtub structure complex to achieve water blocking, the invention inverts the approach by adding a simple, separate water blocking member that attaches to the existing structure. This reverses the traditional design philosophy and achieves water blocking with minimal added complexity.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the water baffle plate is fixed in position, then the structural stability is improved, but the adaptability to different water flow conditions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The water baffle plate incorporates rotational movement capability around the fixed plate, allowing the baffle angle to be adjusted dynamically. This dynamic feature enables the structure to adapt to different water flow conditions and directions while the locking device maintains structural stability during use by securing the baffle plate in the desired position.
Solution Approach 2:
The key parameter that can be changed is the angle of the water baffle plate relative to the fixed plate. By allowing this angular parameter to be adjusted and then locked, the system achieves both adaptability to different water flow conditions and structural stability during operation.
4Reliability
If multiple locking mechanisms are used to secure the water baffle plate, then the reliability of water blocking is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The locking device is designed to be self-operating through simple user actions. The snap-in members automatically engage with the clamping members when the water baffle plate is rotated to the desired position, providing reliable locking without requiring complex mechanisms or multiple steps. The structure itself facilitates the locking action.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism uses simple, inexpensive components such as snap-in members and clamping members that can be easily manufactured and replaced if needed. These simple components provide reliable locking functionality without the complexity and cost of sophisticated locking systems.
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
Effectively reduces water splashing, keeping the environment dry and clean by stabilizing the baffle plate relative to the fixed plate, with flexible materials enhancing durability and ease of use.
Implementation Method 1
a suction locking device
Implementation Method 2
the suction locking device includes a magnetic suction locking device
Data Source
AI summary
A water blocking member includes a fixed plate, a water baffle plate and a locking device. The fixed plate is rotatably connected to the water baffle plate. The water baffle plate and the fixed plate are locked and fixed through the locking device, and the locking devices configured to lock an angle between the water baffle plate and the fixed plate. Through the above structure, a user can fixedly place the fixed plate in a sink or a bathtub or any other position platform that requires water blocking. Under the locking action of the locking device, the water baffle plate is rotated to a locking position relative to the fixed plate. The water baffle plate is locked in a basically perpendicular state relative to the fixed plate.