Windshield Wiper Refill With Netted Sponge For Debris Removal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing windshield wiper systems are ineffective in removing solid debris like insect remains and bird droppings without creating smears, as they are designed for water removal and can damage windshields due to fixed blade structures that do not adjust to irregularities or large debris.
Innovation Solution
A removable and replaceable windshield wiper refill system featuring two wiper blade members with a netted sponge in between, allowing for self-adjustment and effective debris removal without requiring non-standard mounts, using a mesh netted sponge between two wiper blades to quickly clean debris with minimal swipes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a rubber squeegee blade is used to remove water from the windshield, then water removal effectiveness is improved, but solid debris removal capability deteriorates and smearing occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The wiper blade is divided into multiple functional segments: a rubber squeegee portion for water removal and a separate scrubbing portion with abrasive material for solid debris removal. This segmentation allows each portion to perform its specialized function without interfering with the other, resolving the contradiction between effective water removal and smear prevention.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges two previously separate functions (water removal and solid debris removal) into a single integrated wiper blade assembly. The rubber squeegee and scrubbing portion are combined in one blade structure, enabling simultaneous performance of both functions during a single wiping operation, thereby eliminating the harm of smearing while maintaining water removal effectiveness.
2Productivity
If a fixed blade structure is used to maintain contact with the windshield, then water removal consistency is improved, but adaptability to irregularities and large debris deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The wiper blade incorporates a flexible mounting structure that allows the blade to dynamically adjust its position and angle during operation. This dynamic capability enables the fixed blade structure to adapt to windshield irregularities and large debris while maintaining consistent contact pressure for effective water removal.
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AI summary
A wiper blade device with a durable mesh sponge member attached between two removable wiper blade members. The combination sponge and wiper blade construction provides a unitary device that combines the two distinct functions of cleaning solids and wiping water from vehicular windshields. The device further provides minimal windshield obstruction given its construction, improving current wiper blade capabilities without degrading visibility or impacting safety of the vehicle. The device may comprise a wiper blade refill attachable to a wiper blade mount, providing the practitioner with an improved windshield wiper blade that is cost effective and one that requires no modification of the vehicle to implement.