Thermal Technology in Professional Hair Styling Devices
Professional hair styling devices routinely operate at temperatures between 150-230°C, subjecting hair strands to significant thermal stress while managing precise heat distribution across varying hair types and densities. Current devices must balance heat application with protection against thermal damage, while maintaining consistent temperature across styling surfaces that can span 25-100cm² in area.
The fundamental challenge lies in achieving uniform heat distribution and precise temperature control while protecting both hair integrity and user safety during extended styling sessions.
This page brings together solutions from recent research—including sensor-embedded handles for dynamic heat adjustment, electromagnetic heating zones with shielded components, adaptive temperature control systems, and rotatable thermal plates with specialized conductive surfaces. These and other approaches focus on delivering consistent styling results while preventing thermal damage across diverse hair types and styling techniques.
1. Hair Styling Appliance with Adjustable Electromagnetic Heating Zones and Shielded Hair Gathering Members
DYSON TECHNOLOGY LTD, 2024
A hair styling appliance with adjustable heating zones that enables precise control over hair styling. The appliance features two opposing arms connected at one end, allowing them to be moved between a closed position where the heating zones face each other and an open position where they are separated. The heating zones are comprised of electrodes that generate an electromagnetic field when energized, while the hair gathering members on the arms are designed with shielding materials to prevent electromagnetic interference from escaping the heating zones. This design enables precise temperature control and electromagnetic field management for hair styling applications.
2. Hair Styling Device with Rotating and Sliding Adjustable Heating Elements
SHENZHEN FENDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, Shenzhen Fenda Technology Co., Ltd., 2024
Hair styling device with adjustable heating elements that allows versatile styling options without needing multiple tools. The device has a clamp that can open and close. One heating element rotates to expose different styling surfaces. Another heating element slides between positions. Driving components move the elements. This provides flexibility to switch between straightening, curling, and other styles without changing tools.
3. Hair Styling Device with Rotatable and Retractable Heating Elements
SHENZHEN FENDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 深圳市奋达科技股份有限公司, 2024
A hair styling device that can straighten and curl hair using a single device instead of multiple devices. The device has a clamp with rotatable and retractable heating elements. The rotatable element provides a straightening surface, while the retractable element provides a curling surface. This allows both straightening and curling in a single device.
4. Hair Styling Device with Rotatable Heating Element for Straightening and Curling
Shenzhen Fenda Technology Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN FENDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024
A multifunctional hair styling device that can straighten and curl hair without needing separate tools. The device has a rotatable heating element that can be positioned in different angles to achieve different styling effects. The heating element is mounted in clamps that can be opened and closed around the hair. When the heating element is rotated to a first angle, both clamps have the heating element aligned to straighten the hair. At a second angle, the heating elements in the clamps are staggered to curl the hair. The rotating heating element allows versatility and efficiency in styling without needing multiple tools.
5. Hair Styling Apparatus with Sensor-Embedded Handle and Dynamic Heat Adjustment Mechanism
JEMELLA LTD, 2024
Styling hair apparatus that dynamically adjusts heat application based on user input and hair characteristics. The apparatus features a sensor-embedded handle that monitors user grip pressure, hair position, and tension, enabling real-time feedback to optimize heat delivery. The device incorporates a thermal restriction mechanism between the heating element and temperature sensor to prevent excessive heat transfer, ensuring controlled temperature adjustments throughout the styling process. This intelligent temperature control enables precise heat application while preventing damage, while the sensor-embedded handle provides immediate feedback to the user.
6. Hair Styling Device with Sensor-Driven Temperature Control and Adaptive Heating Adjustment
SPECTRUM BRANDS INC, 2024
Hair styling device with a temperature control system that customizes the heating assembly based on hair characteristics and user operation to provide optimal styling results. The system uses sensors to detect temperatures during styling and adjusts the heating element setpoint based on estimated hair temperature and desired profiles. This allows adapting the heat transfer to match hair thickness, moisture, color, etc. and prevent over/under styling.
7. Styling Device with Processor-Controlled Heating Element and Feedforward Temperature Control Algorithm
KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS NV, 2023
A styling device that optimizes styling performance by automatically adjusting heating power during styling cycles. The device features a functional unit with a heating element, a processor controlling styling operation, and a temperature control algorithm that maintains a steady styling temperature through feedforward control. The algorithm automatically adjusts heating power based on initial contact conditions, preventing significant temperature drops that can delay styling results. This approach enables faster styling times and more consistent results compared to conventional styling devices.
8. Hair Straightening Device with Rotatable Thermal Conductive Plates and Arc-Shaped Surface
SHENZHEN HUANTAI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 2023
A hair straightening device with a novel thermal conductive plate that reduces scalp discomfort during styling. The device features a heat-conductive plate with a specially designed styling surface and heat-receiving surface that form a separation gap when the plates are rotated 180 degrees. This gap creates a controlled separation between the plates, allowing the user to style hair without generating excessive clamping forces. The plates are connected by a curved, arc-shaped surface that provides a comfortable, smooth contact with the hair.
9. Hair Styling Tool with Rotatable Heating Elements and Elastic-Cushioned Splints
FENDA TECH CO LTD, 2023
Multifunctional hair styling tool that allows different styling effects without needing multiple devices. It has rotatable heating elements that can be positioned at different angles to straighten, curl, or wave hair. The tool has two splints that can open and close around the rotatable heating elements. When closed, the heating elements surround the hair. By rotating the elements to different angles, they can straighten, curl, or wave the hair. This avoids the need for separate devices for different styles. The tool also has elastic members that cushion the rotating elements as they move.
10. Hair Styling Tool with Interchangeable Rotatable Heating Elements and Adjustable Telescoping Gap Mechanism
SHENZHEN FENDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
A hair styling tool with interchangeable heating elements that can achieve multiple styling effects without needing multiple tools. The tool has a hinged clamp with rotatable heating elements that can switch between different surfaces for straightening or curling. Additionally, a telescoping element can extend or retract to change the gap between the heating elements for varying curl sizes. This allows versatility in styling without requiring multiple tools for different effects.
11. Hair Styling Device with Heat-Conductive Shell and Strategically Positioned Heat Sinks for Controlled Heat Distribution
Shenzhen Qianyi Technology Development Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN QIANYI TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD, 2023
Hair styling device that improves hair styling performance by enhancing heat distribution through a novel heat radiation system. The device comprises an operating handle and a heat radiation cavity within the handle's front end, with a heat-conductive shell fixed to the handle and featuring a heat radiation cavity. The shell has strategically positioned heat sinks that communicate with the radiation cavity, creating a controlled heat distribution pattern. The shell's side wall is designed to conform to the hair, while the heat sinks provide targeted heat transfer to the hair. This design enables precise temperature control and uniform heat distribution throughout the styling process.
12. Hair Styling Device with Rotating Vertically Movable Heating Element and Fixed Heating Components
SHENZHEN HUANTAI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 深圳市环泰电器有限公司, 2023
A hair styling device with a unique rotating heating element that allows straightening and styling without wrapping hair around fixed plates. The device has a handle and a styling mechanism with two fixed heating components and a rotating, vertically movable heating component. The movable component has a molded tube, electric heating element, and heat conductor that transfers heat to the tube. A pressing plate between the fixed components provides a gap. This allows hair to be placed between the fixed and rotating components for styling without wrapping. It provides wider contact, uniform heating, and reduced damage compared to wrapping.
13. Flexible Hair Straightener with Heat-Conductive Sheet and Independent Elastic Support Structures
DONGGUAN GANGDIAN ELECTRIC APPLIANCES PRODUCTS CO LTD, Dongguan Gangdian Electric Appliance Products Co., Ltd., 2023
A flexible hair straightener and heating device that enables precise heat distribution through elastic support structures. The device features a heat-conductive sheet with integrated elastic support elements that allow the heating component to float and move independently. This design enables optimal heat transfer while maintaining precise control over the heating element's position. The elastic support structures enable the heating component to move freely within the sheet, ensuring consistent heat distribution and reduced hair damage.
14. Hair Styling Device with Sensor-Controlled Automatic Temperature Adjustment Based on Hair Length
DONGGUAN GANGDIAN ELECTRIC APPLIANCES PRODUCTS CO LTD, Dongguan Gangdian Electric Appliance Products Co., Ltd., 2023
A hair styling device that automatically adjusts temperature to achieve optimal styling results. The device employs a sensor to detect the length of hair being styled and adjusts the temperature accordingly. This continuous temperature control ensures consistent heat application throughout the hair length, preventing excessive damage while maintaining optimal styling performance. The device can also automatically adjust temperature based on the length of the drawn hair, providing personalized styling solutions.
15. Curling Iron with Telescoping Rod and Integrated Blowing Function Featuring Automatic Protective Housing and Safety Shutoff Mechanism
GUANGXI HUAZHENG NEW ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
A curling iron with a blowing function that prevents overheating and damage to the hair and skin. The curling iron features a telescoping rod with a built-in protective housing that automatically closes when the curling iron is removed, preventing overheating and protecting the user's skin from burns. The housing also includes a safety feature that automatically turns off the heating element when the curling iron is removed, ensuring safe and controlled styling.
16. Flexible Hair Styling Device with Floating Heating Element and Elastic Curved Base
DONGGUAN GANGDIAN ELECTRIC APPLIANCES PRODUCTS CO LTD, 2023
A flexible hair styling device that combines a heating plate, U-shaped support, and heater to achieve effective hair styling while maintaining flexibility. The device features a heat-conductive sheet with an elastic, curved base that allows the heating element to float freely in multiple directions, enabling optimal heat transfer and styling performance. The curved base enables the heating element to move independently of the U-shaped support, while the elastic base provides a natural spring-like effect that enables the heating element to maintain its position even under varying hair tension. This design enables the device to achieve precise control over hair styling while maintaining flexibility and comfort.
17. Hair Styling Device with Power Draw Monitoring and Motion Sensors for Hair Damage Parameter Calculation
DYSON TECHNOLOGY LTD, 2023
Hair styling device that monitors power draw during hair heating to calculate hair damage parameters. The device has a heatable hair contact member that applies heat to style hair. It monitors power draw during heating and uses that to calculate parameters indicating hair damage. This allows the device to adapt styling based on hair health. For example, it could reduce heat or prevent re-heating if hair is already damaged. The device also uses motion sensors to calculate hair position and displacement during styling. This helps more accurately calculate hair damage parameters based on movement.
18. Hair Styling Appliance with Integrated Infrared Emitters in Heating Elements
SHENZHEN LEMEI TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 深圳市乐美科技有限公司, 2023
Hair styling appliance like hair straighteners and curlers that simplifies the structure by integrating infrared emitters into the existing heating elements and components. The infrared emitters are sandwiched between the heating element and heat-conducting member. This eliminates the need for separate infrared emitter components and circuits. It provides far-infrared radiation to the scalp and hair during styling without requiring separate power supply. The integrated infrared emitters heat up with the styling plates and transfer heat to the scalp. This simplifies the design, reduces complexity, and cost compared to separate infrared emitters.
19. Hair Curling Device with Motorized Clipless Heating Roller and Integrated Air Flow System
DREAME TECH SHANGHAI CO LTD, 2023
A hair curling device that automatically curls hair without the need for manual clipping. The device features a motorized heating roller with a patented clipless design that automatically secures the hair in place. The roller features a unique clipless mechanism that utilizes a spring-loaded clip system to maintain the curl pattern, eliminating the need for manual clipping. The device also incorporates a built-in air flow system that continuously maintains the curl pattern through gentle air circulation.
20. Hair Styling Appliance with Adaptive Temperature Control Utilizing Real-Time Sensor Feedback
SPECTRUM BRANDS INC, 2022
Customized temperature control for hair styling appliances like straighteners and curlers that provides consistent styling results by adapting heating to individual hair characteristics and user techniques. The appliances have sensors to monitor heating element or hair temperature during styling. A controller compares the measured temperature to desired profiles for the specific hair and user. It adjusts the heating setpoint mid-styling to compensate for factors like hair thickness or speed of movement. This avoids overheating or underheating during styling.
21. Hair Styling Device with Integrated Hair and Component Temperature Sensors and Adaptive Control System
KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS NV, 2022
Hair styling device with integrated temperature monitoring that enables personalized styling by incorporating hair temperature sensors. The device features a hair styling component with a flat surface that faces the hair during styling, a heating mechanism, and temperature sensors that measure both component and hair temperatures. The controller processes sensor data to determine optimal styling parameters, including temperature settings, based on the hair's moisture content. This enables users to select the most suitable temperature for their hair type, ensuring optimal styling results while maintaining moisture balance.
22. Hair Styling Device with Integrated Rotatable Heating Plate and Consistent Heat Distribution Mechanism
Ningbo Taili Electric Appliance Co., Ltd., NINGBO TAILI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 2022
A multifunctional hair styling device with adjustable hairstyles that overcomes the thermal conductivity issue of rotating curling irons. The device features a rotatable heating plate that is integrated with a heating body and heating source. The heating plate rotates as a whole to curl and perm hair, while the heating body and source work together to maintain consistent heat distribution. This design eliminates the thermal conductivity gap between the heating plate and the rotating element, ensuring efficient and effective hair styling.
23. Hair Iron with Silicone Elastic Compression and Hydrophobic Polymer Coated Heating Element
UNIX ELECTRONICS CO LTD, 2022
Hair iron and perm treatment method that prevents rapid heating damage to hair during styling and chemical processing. The hair iron features a specially designed heating element with integrated silicone elastic members that compress hair during styling, while the heating element itself contains a hydrophobic polymer resin coating that prevents moisture transfer to the hair. The perm treatment method employs a hair iron with this same heating element design, allowing for gentle compression of hair while preventing rapid heating damage during chemical processing.
24. Hair Curling Device with Rotating Barrel and Integrated Spring-Loaded Tilting Comb
KISS NAIL PRODUCTS INC, 2022
Hair curling device with a rotating barrel that enables simultaneous curling and combing without clamps. The device features a rotating barrel with a central axis, a heating element, and a rotating member that wraps hair around the barrel. The rotating member has a tab that extends along the barrel's length, with multiple comb teeth arranged along the barrel's length. The hair wraps around the barrel, and the user can then comb the hair while it's in place. The device features a spring-loaded comb that tilts to hold the hair in place, eliminating the need for manual combing.
25. Hairstyling Device with Dynamic Temperature Control and Real-Time Damage Detection
DYSON TECHNOLOGY LTD, 2022
Hairstyling device that optimizes heat delivery to achieve desired styles through dynamic temperature control. The device features a hair contact member with a heatable surface that applies heat to hair as it moves along the tress. The device's control system monitors hair position and movement, automatically adjusting temperature and speed to maintain optimal heat delivery profiles. This enables precise control over heat application, reducing damage while maintaining style. The system also provides real-time damage detection and alerts users to prevent further damage.
26. Hair Styling Device with Rotatable Handles and Adjustable Heating Surfaces
SHENZHEN HUANTAI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 深圳市环泰电器有限公司, 2021
An adjustable hair styling device with rotatable upper and lower handles that have adjustable heating surfaces. The device allows the user to change the angle of the heating plates to suit different styling needs without needing multiple fixed-angle devices. Each handle has a rotating mechanism to adjust the angle of its heating surface. This allows customization of the device for different hair types and styles. The handles can also be locked together during use for stability.
27. Hairdressing Equipment with Dynamic Temperature Adjustment Between Heating Element and Plate
FENDA TECH CO LTD, 2021
Hairdressing equipment that dynamically adjusts temperature between the heating element and heating plate to achieve optimal styling results. The system continuously monitors the temperature difference between the heating element and heating plate during styling, automatically adjusting the heating element's power to maintain the desired temperature. This enables precise temperature control between the heating element and heating plate, ensuring consistent styling results while preventing overheating or underheating of the heating plate.
28. Hairdressing Device with Rotating Cylindrical Heating Accessory and Movable Hooking Mechanism
SEB SA, 2021
Hairdressing device with a rotating heating accessory that maintains precise temperature control during operation. The device features a main body with a motor unit that rotates a heating accessory with a cylindrical tip, which is mounted to the main body through a movable hooking mechanism. The heating accessory has an inner chamber containing the motor unit, ensuring efficient heat transfer between the motor and the hair. The device's ergonomic design and precision temperature control enable reliable operation while minimizing maintenance and ensuring safe use.
29. Hair Styling Device with Dual-Plate Hinged Assembly and Multi-Angle Heating Comb
FENDA TECH CO LTD, 2021
A hair styling device that provides even heating across the hair shaft while combing, enabling enhanced styling effects. The device comprises an upper body with a heating plate and a lower body with a heating plate, connected by a hinged assembly. The device incorporates a specialized comb that simultaneously heats the hair from multiple angles, including the sides, while maintaining consistent temperature distribution across the hair shaft. This dual-heat approach enables uniform heating and improved styling outcomes.
30. Hair-Setting Tool with Integrated Heat and Steam Delivery System Featuring Ventilated Heat Distribution
HAIR4GOOD, 2021
Hair-setting tools that deliver heat and steam for styling hair while minimizing damage. The tools incorporate a heating component that generates heat and retains it through indirect or direct transfer to the hair, enabling efficient heat conductivity compared to conventional styling tools. The heating component can be integrated into the tool's body or positioned on the user's hair, with features like ventilation systems to manage heat distribution. This design enables users to achieve professional-looking styles without the need for direct heat application, while maintaining control over temperature and preventing scalp damage.
31. Hair Styling Apparatus with Dual Ceramic Heating and Pivoting Handles
CONAIR CORP, 2021
Hair styling apparatus that can both straighten and curl hair using a unique thermally conductive construction and double ceramic heating unit. The apparatus has movable handles that pivot between an open position for receiving hair and a closed position. A locking switch secures the handles in the closed position. The ceramic hinge bearings allow smooth pivoting. The double ceramic heating unit distributes thermal energy evenly to both straightening and curling heads. This allows consistent styling regardless of user skill.
32. Hair Styling Device with Interchangeable and Rotatable Heating Elements
SHENZHEN HUANTAI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 2021
Adjustable hair styling device with interchangeable heating elements that can change shape to provide versatility in hair styling without needing multiple straighteners. The device has two rotatable handles with adjustable heating elements on each. The heating elements can be rotated to change the angle and shape of the styling surface. This allows customization of the styling pressure and curvature for different hair types and styles. The handles lock together during use to keep the elements close for consistent styling. The adjustable elements prevent the need for multiple straighteners with fixed shapes.
33. Hair Curler with Hinged Splint and Nanofiber Cloth-Coated Inner Surface
Shenzhen Delong Electrical Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN DELONG ELECTRIC APPLIANCE CO LTD, 2021
A hair curler that reduces hair damage and achieves hair care functions through a novel design. The curler features a curling iron assembly connected to a handle, with a hinged splint that connects to the curling iron. The splint's outer surface forms a clamping fit, while its inner surface is coated with nanofiber cloth. This unique combination provides a secure, moisture-retentive environment for curling hair, preventing moisture loss and damage while styling.
34. Hair Styling Appliance with Curved Contact Surface Heating Element for Uniform Heat Distribution
DYSON TECHNOLOGY LTD, 2021
A hair styling appliance with a unique heating element design that eliminates hair damage while achieving precise styling. The appliance features a heating element with a specially shaped contact surface that guides hair over the element, preventing pressure points and scorching. The contact surface is machined to create a precise, curved path for hair to follow, ensuring uniform heat distribution across the hair section. The heating element itself features a raised surface that extends above the mounting structure, allowing the contact surface to make direct contact with the hair. This design enables precise control over heat distribution while minimizing pressure points, resulting in healthier hair.
35. Portable Automatic Hair Curling Device with Enclosed Heating Element and Rotating Curling Mechanism
Shenzhen Huan Tai Electric Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN HUANTAI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 2021
A portable automatic hair curling device that eliminates the need for manual styling while maintaining safety and convenience. The device features a compact main body with a control circuit and power supply at its rear end, housing a heating element and a rotating curling mechanism. The device has a specially designed receiver cavity that holds the hair to be styled, with the curling mechanism positioned outside the heating element. The device's control circuit automatically winds the hair onto the heating element during styling, eliminating the need for manual manipulation. The device's heating element is safely located within the main body, eliminating exposure risks, and can be stored without cooling after use.
36. Hair Iron with Rotationally Aligned Air Ducts and Reciprocating Heating Tube
Xiangyu Holdings Co., Ltd., XYCOSMOS HOLDINGS CO LTD, 2021
Hair iron and hair waving device with air ducts to improve perming results. The hair iron has at least two air ducts that blow hot air in the same direction as the hair rotates around the heating tube. This prevents hair from getting messed up during perming and ensures uniform heating. The hair iron also has a reciprocating heating tube that extends and retracts within the iron body.
37. Hair Care Appliance with Circumferential Air Outlet and Peripheral Heating Element Configuration
Shenzhen Fenda Technology Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN FENDA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021
Hair care appliance that maintains optimal styling temperature while preventing heat damage. The appliance features an air outlet positioned around the heating element's circumference, with a height difference between the outlet and element surface. The outlet is strategically located at the periphery of the heating element, preventing direct heat transfer to the component. This design enables even hair cooling around the heating element while maintaining normal temperature levels.
38. Automatic Hair Curling Device with Rotating Heating Element and Continuous Motion Curling Mechanism
Shenzhen Huan Tai Electric Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN HUANTAI ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO LTD, 2021
Automatic hair curling device that eliminates the need for manual styling and reduces the risk of burns. The device features a rotating heating element that curls hair while the curling mechanism rotates around it, creating a continuous motion that positions the hair for styling. The device automatically controls the heating element's temperature and rotation, eliminating the need for manual heating or manual winding.
39. Hair Styling Appliance with Integrated Handle Heating System and Airflow-Controlled Hollow Rod
Dreame Technology Co., Ltd., DREAME TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2021
A hair styling appliance that eliminates the risks associated with traditional curling irons by incorporating a unique heating system within the handle. The device features a hollow rod body with an air duct that houses a heating element, a fan for air circulation, and an auxiliary heating element. The heating element is positioned within the rod body, while the fan provides airflow to the rod. This configuration enables precise temperature control and simultaneous heating of the rod body, eliminating the need for separate heating elements and reducing the risk of burns.
40. Hair Curling Device with Replaceable, Size-Adjustable Reciprocating Heating Tube
Xiangyu Holdings Co., Ltd., XYCOSMOS HOLDINGS CO LTD, 2021
A hair curling device with a replaceable, adjustable-size heating tube that extends and retracts inside the device. The curling iron has a main body with a cavity to hold the tube. The tube can be swapped out and has varying diameters. This allows customizing the tube size for different hair lengths to prevent inner layers getting too hot and outer layers not curling enough. The tube reciprocates in the cavity to extend and retract. This allows curling longer hair sections in one pass instead of multiple layers.
41. Hairbrush with Integrated Hot Air Injection System in Pedestal
CRATES CO LTD, 2021
A hairbrush that speeds up hair styling, enhances curl formation, and increases volume by injecting hot air into the brush pedestal. The brush has a hot air injection hole in the pedestal that allows air from a dryer or other hot air source to flow into the pedestal and heat the brush. This provides additional heat to the hair being styled, aiding in styling and conditioning the hair. The hot air injection feature allows using the brush with one hand instead of both, as the dryer is not needed separately. The hot air also reaches the roots better since the brush itself is heated.
42. Hair Styling Device with Dual-Function Rotating and Straightening Mechanism and Integrated Heating System
DONGGUAN GANGDIAN ELECTRIC APPLIANCE PRODUCT CO LTD, 2020
Automatic hair styler that can both roll and straighten hair without manual intervention. The styler has a housing with a cold section and a heating component inside. The heating component has two sections connected by a torsion spring. A motor rotates the component to style hair. A slot in the housing allows the sections to move vertically. The styler also has buttons to control power, temperature, and motor direction. An IR lamp at the bottom heats the cold section.
43. Hair Iron with Dual Heating Elements and Concave-Convex Thermal Contact Surfaces
LEE DAE BUM, 2020
Hair iron with dual heating elements that enables precise control over hair heating dynamics. The iron features a pair of heating elements with different thermal transfer characteristics, one for rapid heat transfer and the other for slower heat transfer. The rapid heat transfer element has a concave contact surface, while the slower heat transfer element has a convex contact surface. This design enables the iron to selectively heat hair on one side while maintaining heat on the other side, allowing for precise control over curl formation and prevention of damage to the hair.
44. Wave Perm Device with Reference Heating Rod Temperature Control and Detachable Cooling System
Lee Seung-soo, LEE, Seung Su, 2020
Wave perm device that enables simultaneous temperature control of multiple heating rods through a reference heating rod with built-in temperature monitoring. The device features detachable main and head units, with the reference heating rod housing a temperature sensor. The reference heating rod's temperature data is used to monitor and control the temperature of each heating rod, with automatic power interruption when exceeding predetermined thresholds. The device also incorporates a detachable cooling fan for precise airflow management.
45. Hair Straightener Temperature Control System with Microcontroller-Based Position-Responsive Heating Adjustment
Spectrum Brands, Inc., SPECTRUM BRANDS INC, 2020
Temperature control system for a hair straightener that maintains consistent heating plate temperatures regardless of device position. The system uses a microcontroller to monitor temperature and position signals from the device, and automatically adjusts heating element power to maintain optimal temperature regardless of whether the device is in the open or closed position.
46. Hair Styling Device with Adaptive Temperature and Displacement Control Based on Hair Type and Condition
LUBRIZOL ADVANCED MAT INC, 2020
Hair styling device and method that provides personalized, efficient and gentle hair styling by adapting the temperature and styling time based on the hair type and condition. The device has heating plates that can pivot towards each other to style hair between them. It uses sensors to detect the hair speed and adjust the plates' displacement rate. The device also has temperature sensors to monitor the plates' temperature. An algorithm calculates the optimal styling parameters based on the detected hair type and condition. This allows customized styling that avoids overheating and damage for different hair types.
47. Cordless Hair Styling Device with Interchangeable Heat Cartridges and Integrated Safety Mechanisms
LEVINGSTON JOHNSON CHARLOTTE, 2020
A cordless hair styling device with replaceable heat cartridges that eliminates the need for adapters and eliminates the safety concerns associated with traditional straighteners. The device features a rechargeable battery-powered system with interchangeable heat cartridges that can be replaced when worn out, eliminating the need for frequent recharging. The device also includes safety features such as automatic shut-off and thermal protection to prevent overheating.
48. Hair Styling Iron with Dual-Clamping System and Integrated Auxiliary Heating Unit
DENG ZHIYONG, 2019
Hair straightening and curling iron with enhanced heating efficiency and superior styling performance. The device features a dual-clamping system with a main heating element and an auxiliary heating unit that can be activated through a drive mechanism. This dual-heat approach enables more effective heat distribution and improved styling outcomes compared to conventional straightening irons.
49. Flexible Hair Shaping Device with Integrated Flexible Heaters and Insulating Layer for Uniform Temperature Maintenance
LOREAL, 2019
A flexible heating device for hair shaping that enables uniform heating of hair strands within a closed space. The device comprises a heating layer with integrated flexible heaters, a heat-insulating layer, and a mechanism to maintain the closed space around the hair. The device can be applied to hair in a closed space, where the heating layer is heated by electric power supplied through a flexible lead wire. The closed space maintains the heated hair in a uniform temperature environment, eliminating the need for chemical treatments and water-based styling products.
50. Hair Styling Device with Dynamic Power Adjustment and Integrated Temperature and Power Sensors
JEMELLA LTD, 2019
A hair styling device that rapidly compensates for temperature drops across its heating elements by dynamically adjusting the power delivery. The device incorporates a temperature sensor that measures the surface temperature of the heating elements, while a power sensor monitors the electrical power input. The control system combines these measurements to determine the optimal power level for maintaining the desired temperature across the heating elements. This enables rapid temperature compensation during styling, particularly when the device is moving through hair, while maintaining precise temperature control.
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