Razor Storage System

Abstract

Various embodiments of the present invention provide a razor storage system, which can be used to extend a usable lifetime of a shaving razor. The razor storage system can comprise a razor platform, an air moving device, a controller in communication with the air moving device, and a hygroscopic material, all enclosed in a sealable container. The razor storage system can further comprise a power supply coupled the controller and a switch configured to activate the controller.

1 . A razor storage system comprising:
 a razor platform comprising a razor chamber;   an air moving device below the razor platform and in fluid communication with a first passage through one side of the razor chamber and a second passage through an opposite side of the razor chamber;   a controller configured to control the air moving device;   a power supply coupled to the controller and configured to provide power to the controller; and   a hygroscopic material configured to receive at least a portion of the air traveling through the second passage.   
     
     
         2 . The system according to  claim 1  further comprising a switch coupled to the controller and configured to activate the controller to start the air moving device. 
     
     
         3 . The system according to  claim 1 , further comprising a timer device in the controller and configured to terminate power to the air moving device upon at least one of an expiration of a predetermined time period. 
     
     
         4 . The system according to  claim 1 , wherein the power supply comprises a battery. 
     
     
         5 . The system according to  claim 1 , wherein the power supply comprises a USB port configured to receive power from a computer, a wall plug, or a charging port. 
     
     
         6 . The system according to  claim 1 , wherein the hygroscopic material is silica gel. 
     
     
         7 . The system according to  claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to activate the air moving device and then to terminate power to the air moving device upon at least one of an expiration of a predetermined time period and upon reaching a predetermined humidity threshold. 
     
     
         8 . The system according to  claim 1 , wherein the sealable container comprises a lid. 
     
     
         9 . The system according to  claim 8  further comprising a switch coupled to the controller and configured to activate the controller to start the air moving device upon closing of the lid. 
     
     
         10 . A method of extending a lifetime of a shaving razor, the method comprising the steps of:
 placing a razor into a holder inside a razor storage system;   activating a fan in the razor storage system;   directing an air flow through the razor chamber and across at least a portion of a blade of the razor; and   receiving the air flow from the razor chamber onto a hygroscopic material, thereby lowering humidity in the razor storage system   
     
     
         11 . The method according to  claim 10 , further comprising terminating power to the fan after a predetermined time period. 
     
     
         12 . The method according to  claim 11 , wherein the predetermined time period is in a range from 20 seconds to 120 seconds. 
     
     
         13 . The method according to  claim 11 , wherein the predetermined time period is about 20 seconds. 
     
     
         14 . The method according to  claim 11 , wherein the predetermined time period is about 30 seconds. 
     
     
         15 . The method according to  claim 10 , further comprising terminating power to the fan upon reaching a humidity threshold. 
     
     
         16 . The method according to  claim 15 , wherein the humidity threshold is in the range between 40% and 70%. 
     
     
         17 . The method according to  claim 10 , further comprising terminating power to the fan upon reaching a humidity threshold or upon expiration of a predetermined time period. 
     
     
         18 . The method according to  claim 10 , further comprising removing at least one water droplet from the at least a portion of a blade of the razor. 
     
     
         19 . A razor storage system for extending a usable lifetime of razor blades, the system comprising:
 a platform comprising chamber configured to hold a razor;   a first set of vents in a first side of the chamber;   a second set of vents in a second side of the chamber;   a controller;   a power supply coupled to controller;   a fan powered by the controller and configured move an airstream through the first set of vents then through the second set of vents;   a desiccant configured to receive the airstream moved through the second set of vents.   
     
     
         20 . The claim according to  claim 19 , wherein the controller is configured to provide power and start the fan and then to terminate power to the fan upon at least one of an expiration of a predetermined time period and upon reaching a predetermined humidity threshold.