EP1265677B1 - Glove, especially a goalkeeper's glove - Google Patents

Abstract

The glove (1) has a palm piece (3) and a back-of-the-hand piece (2) and support elements (4) especially on the backs of the fingers and holding the fingers stretched out. The support elements have prefabricated elements (41) across the lengthwise direction of the support elements. The support elements each have at least one pull-band passing through the middle of the elements.

Description

The invention relates to a glove and in particular a goalkeeper glove according to the preamble of claim 1.

The purpose of such gloves is to improve the protection of the To ensure hands and the wrist and especially the individual fingers. They are often found as sports gloves such as B. as goalkeeper gloves, Motorcycle gloves, carving gloves etc. application, they also as Protective gloves can be used. In addition to protecting the Hand area is another requirement for such gloves that they as far as possible not impair the natural functions of the hand. Exemplary a goalkeeper glove can be seen that this one hand, the safety catch should not affect and even improve if possible, while on the other hand especially the finger joints and the wrist from those at the Fangoder Forces that occur must be protected. A special There is also a danger to a goalkeeper's fingers when a goalkeeper shoots Ball in line with the longitudinal extension of a finger on the extended one Finger hits. Another source of danger is external influences e.g. in the event of an impact on goal posts or by opponents who use their studs could step on the goalkeeper's hand. Not insignificant here Injuries occur.

An example of a goalkeeper glove that stands out for its high level of safety distinguished, is given in DE 297 05 586 U1. With this goalkeeper glove are molded parts made of resilient material next to the finger positions Material arranged, which support the inner surface of the glove and into the area reach the top of the fingers. Improved protection of the individual fingers from external ones Actions on the back of the fingers or against bending of the fingers in This goalkeeper glove does not produce the direction of the back of the hand.

Sports gloves are from documents US 1,841,193 and US 5,946,720, respectively become known, which are particularly suitable for sports in which a Stick or a racket is used, such as. B. hockey or the like. This Sports gloves have padding in the area of the back of the fingers the finger joints is divided to allow the fingers to be bent. This padding serves to dampen sticks from the opponent etc. and thus injuries avoid the finger during the game.

Another sports glove is known from JP 9-262332, in which in the area of the back of the fingers according to the number of finger joints are arranged. These interlock and are in this way with each other combined that they allow the fingers to be bent without forming a fist that the covering of the back of the fingers and thus the protective effect is lost.

In addition, JP 11-192335 discloses a protective insert for sports gloves, in which finger protectors in a base made of soft, elastic material are included. The finger protectors are made of stable plastic material and have slits in the area of the finger joints so that they bend the finger is possible.

An example of a goalkeeper glove that can be used in practice to deal with has proven the problems mentioned at the outset is known from DE 35 16 545 C2. This glove has an upper glove between two layers of material Support element arranged, which is multi-layered. Here is the inner material layer of the support element at least in certain surface areas essentially tensile yet flexible, while an outer material layer of the support element from lined up in the longitudinal direction consists essentially of pressure-resistant elements. These are under education of gaps on the inner layer of material such that they shortly before reaching the extended position of the glove.

With this known glove there is a natural bending of the area of the back of the finger arranged support element thus possible while he a stretching of one finger in the direction of the back of the hand by the other Blocking of the pressure-resistant elements of the outer material layer with simultaneous Absorption of the tensile load prevented by the inner material layer.

This has made the protective effect of such sports gloves essential to improve; however, it has been in practical use for many years shown that there are still disadvantages. So the provision is different Glove sizes and especially the associated different Lenght for the individual fingers insofar as one for each differently designed individual element must be manufactured, d. H. the support elements must be specially designed for every glove size and every finger his.

A further disadvantage of this known goalkeeper glove is that it is has a thick padding, since the support elements face over the individual Lay your fingers and make sure that protruding parts are well padded are. This makes the goalkeeper glove unwieldy.

Another disadvantage is that this well-known goalkeeper glove is perceived by some users as too uncomfortable. incoming Considerations on this aspect within the scope of the invention have shown that this problem is due to the one-piece design of the support element. So for every deformation such. B. a force is required to clench a fist, to overcome the material stability of the inner material layer. simultaneously however, some stability of this inner layer of material is required to to be able to withstand sufficient tensile forces so that a Fingers towards the back of the hand can be reliably avoided. This State of the art is therefore a compromise in which the inner material layer on the one hand, is kept relatively thick in order to be able to reliably absorb tensile forces and on the other hand should be as thin as possible to reduce the resistance due to the Keep dimensional stability low, d. H. allow the finger to bend.

Another design has also become known in practice, in which the Support element formed in two parts in particular to simplify production is. The support element here has an outer part with an elongated, raised middle part and laterally protruding flat edges or straps on. In the middle part, transverse slots are formed at a distance, into which spreading webs of an inner part, which is arranged within the raised central part is. The expansion bars of the inner part are here on both sides by tension bars connected with each other. In an assembled position this results in Design a pre-bend, because the spreading webs the edges of the cross slots push apart. If this glove comes under stress in the In the sense of an overstretch in the direction of the back of the hand, they get Spreader bars under pressure, this pressure from the edges of the transverse slots is transmitted. The tensile reaction forces that occur are determined by the Belt straps on the outer part and the tie bars on the inner part included. The Belt straps must be flat so that they do not bend the base part oppose additional form resistance, but with such a bend z. B. curved to close a fist in their plane.

Functionally, this glove design is known from practice roughly the teaching of DE 35 16 545 C2 with the difference that optimizations made in terms of manufacturing technology and materials technology were.

However, this glove also has disadvantages. That's how it is Force to deflect the support member from the rest position, d. H. to bend of the finger, not adjustable by free shaping because z. B. the width of the transverse slots cannot be freely realized due to the manufacturing process. These must e.g. B. in application an injection molding process a certain minimum width due to manufacturing exhibit. Furthermore, the support element of this known glove should also have a certain coverage of the finger to develop the protective function. The lateral protrusion that occurs due to the protruding straps is however limited in its dimensioning because the individual neighboring ones Fingers of this known glove do not mutually impair their function allowed to. A different orientation of these straps than in the plane, such as B. curved in the direction of the finger shape, does not come in here Consider this, as there is resistance to deformation from the basic position would increase by leaps and bounds, since the form strength of the support element in such a Design would be increased drastically. With such a construction would be thus making it difficult to bend your fingers, which is a significant deterioration comfort and, in particular, sensitivity is felt.

It is therefore an object of the present invention, a glove and in particular to provide a goalkeeper glove with no or possibly only one Desired resistance to deformation from the basic position is given, and yet there is constructive freedom with regard to any desired adjustments to rounded fingers allowed.

This task is accomplished by a glove with the features of the claim 1 solved.

The glove according to the invention is thus characterized in that the Support elements have a plurality of prefabricated links that are transverse to Longitudinal extension of the support elements or the finger over the back of the finger extend and which are hinged together. This configuration the support elements in the manner of a link chain allowed compared to the known Construction significantly improved comfort because of the natural functions remain largely unaffected by the hand. In contrast to the stand the technology can z. B. additional force required to clench a fist due the articulated coupling of the limbs completely avoided, or at least at least be largely reduced. If desired, you can a restoring force can be provided to maintain a basic position.

In addition, the glove according to the invention continues and Reliable protection without restrictions compared to the state of the art achieved for the finger joints or the wrist against burns.

It is a further advantage that such a structure of substructure is technically feasible very easy to provide and also with simple means to different Glove sizes and the different lengths of each Finger is customizable. This is only a targeted selection of the number of links required. This reduces the deployment costs for the invention Glove.

Another advantage of the glove according to the invention is that. that an essential by the structured design of the support elements greater constructive freedom, especially for adaptation Rounding of fingers, i.e. to the actual contour of a finger. Thereby it can be equipped more delicate and there is an improved wearing comfort. It can also cause impairments between individual neighboring ones Fingers can be avoided even better with regard to their function. Since the Support elements are anatomically adaptable to the fingers is a protective Grasping the back of your fingers is even easier to achieve. Also better poistering and embedding of the individual fingers possible, since fewer parts of the finger contour survive, the padding being thinner than in the prior art can be.

Advantageous developments of the invention result from the features of subclaims.

According to a first embodiment of the invention, the support elements be arranged in or on the upper part of the hand, thereby reducing their protective effect can develop even more reliably.

If the support elements each have at least one traction element, which reaches through the limbs in the longitudinal direction of the fingers, the articulated coupling can be made the links with little design effort for the provision of the individual elements. At the same time, a decoupling of the Limbs with the traction element effectively prevented by the fact that it is the limbs reaches through and therefore no lateral emergence of the limbs from the bandage is possible is. The tension member prevents in cooperation with the limbs an overstretching of the support elements in the direction of the back of the hand and takes the occurring tensile loads.

In this case, the traction element can in particular be a band, which the links reaches through in the middle. This design can be inexpensive with simple means provide and is characterized by a high reliability.

Alternatively, it is also possible for the traction element to have two bands or wires has which reach through the links in the lateral edge area. So that's it possible to arrange the "joints" in an area to the side of the finger, whereby there is a larger lever between the joint and each other supported areas of the limbs. This allows a much higher one Achieve stability than in the prior art.

Furthermore, it is also possible for the links to rest on one another in the support element facing side surfaces have locking surfaces which are formed in this way are that the limbs in the direction away from the back of the finger in the longitudinal direction of the finger expand that each support element towards the back of your finger is curved. This allows a certain pre-alignment in the direction of the bend the finger provide, which in many applications such. B. in football, motorcycling, etc. It can also cause a even better protection against overextension of a finger towards the back of the hand be achieved. In particular, this can cause injuries in the direction the longitudinal extension of the ball hitting a finger etc. is even better can be avoided because the load is reliably absorbed by the support element becomes. Here, the support element itself opposes the ball, but it does it tends to bend to form a fist rather than an overextension to allow the finger.

If the blocking surfaces from the central axis of the pulling element move away from the back of your finger Extending away outwards, the traction element comes in the neutral line of the Curvature to lie, which makes the effort to bend the fingers particularly is low. This further increases the wearing comfort. Moreover, results such a design means less stress for the Traction element, which increases the life of the glove according to the invention can be achieved.

As an alternative, it is also possible for the blocking areas to extend from one area extend away from the back of your finger, which is closer than the central axis of the Tension member on the back of the finger is present. This measure ensures that the support elements are stable in their extended position in an extended manner. This defines the basic position of the glove even more clearly, with improved defense and protection for the goalkeeper especially when force is applied z. B. by a ball in the longitudinal direction of a finger, since this impulse is directly over the blocking areas is removed.

It is a further advantage if the links on each other in the support element Assigning side surfaces have rolling surfaces, which differ from the Central axis of the pulling element, or from an area somewhat closer to Back of the finger, extend towards the back of the finger. So that the Resistance to bending the fingers can be kept very low as the Roll the rolling surfaces against each other and therefore do not have a blocking effect. About that there is also a defined angling movement of the support elements achievable, making adjustments to the anatomy of a finger even easier are and the comfort increases.

If the limbs are discontinuous or transverse to the length of the finger have curved locking or rolling surfaces that are complementary to the adjacent Link are formed, can act laterally on the support elements Forces are absorbed even better. In addition, there are thus enlarged Contact surfaces, whereby an improved support effect and lateral guidance can be achieved is.

Because the tension member is biased, a game between the Structures of the support elements can be reliably avoided, thereby introducing force can be recorded seamlessly or smoothly. This increases the Comfort further. In addition, the wear on the support elements is reduced, which means that the glove can be extended.

If the traction element is made of plastic or metal, it can with simple means are provided and reliably perform its function. In particular, it is a suitable adaptation to the respective application easily possible.

It is a further advantage if the points facing each other in the support element Sides of each link have at least one protrusion on one side and on the other side are formed at least one depression. Then one can additional guidance for the individual links can be provided in the support element, whereby the links then also in a defined assignment or in engagement with each other stay when the support element z. B. angled during a fist formation is. This form fit between the cooperating projections and depressions also leads to increased stability of the support elements against Overstretching.

In another embodiment, it is also possible that the links over a hinge joint are coupled together. This construction too is characterized by its simple constructive design, since there is no separate one Traction element for guidance or power transmission is required. Every link can for this purpose on a side facing another link, for example with at least be provided with a hinge pin that fits into a suitable bearing hole on next link is insertable, i.e. each link has bearing bolts and bearing holes on. These bearing arrangements can be provided in the side area of the links be so that they are on the side of the fingers. This construction can thus further reducing the number of components of the glove according to the invention, whereby this can be provided even more cost-effectively.

According to a further embodiment of the invention, the invention is distinguished Glove particularly characterized in that the support elements a Have a plurality of prefabricated limbs, which not only the back of the finger, but also spread over the flanks of the fingers. In addition, these links are in the area the flanks of the fingers or the underside of the fingers in an articulated manner. These measures are the first time with the glove according to the invention provided a design that allows extensive coverage of an individual Fingers can be manufactured to protect against injuries. Hence the finger joints not only when acting in the direction of the support elements and perpendicular to it in Protected towards the upper hand, but it can also be applied laterally to the fingers acting power components supported and by the finger joints be kept away.

In this case, it was especially recognized according to the invention that the support elements can be filigree in the area of the finger flanks if they are here or coupled to each other in the area of the underside of the fingers. So according to the invention a lateral protrusion through webbing etc. as in the state of the Technology can be avoided. This gives the main advantage that a mutual impairment of the fingers can be largely avoided can. This affects both the functionality as well as the comfort advantageous.

In addition, this construction has the further advantage that the Articulation point extremely far from the opposite end of the Link is what makes it a particularly affordable lever for absorbing forces results. Therefore, the support element of the glove according to the invention can be used in a analog dimensioning as in the prior art greater stability achieve; on the other hand, the support element with comparable stability can also be designed more filigree, which in turn is advantageous for comfort effect. In particular, the natural functions of Hand largely unaffected.

In the case of a goalkeeper glove, the glove according to the invention allows thus reliable protection of the fingers on the three outer sides, whereby at the same time continue to hold the inside of your finger on a soccer ball without restriction and can throw off or roll off with sensitivity. If the support elements on the bottom of the fingers are connected to each other, the palm parts can be used relatively large effective areas can be realized, e.g. a ball more reliable and can be held with absolute sensitivity.

Furthermore, the glove according to the invention has the further advantage that Links according to the invention can be made very filigree, which makes them have great elasticity and a limb of a certain size for different Finger sizes is applicable. This can reduce manufacturing costs can be further reduced.

In addition, the glove according to the invention allows the other essential Advantage that the individual links or the support elements formed therefrom can be adapted to the shape of the fingers with great constructive freedom can, d. H. an adaptation to the actual contour of the finger is possible. This structured design also allows the fingers to move freely remains as unaffected as possible, with pivot points of the support elements in the essentially come to rest in the area of the finger joints.

This design also simplifies the effort required for the upholstery of the glove, using thinner cushion layers than in the prior art Technology can be provided, since all parts better overall on the finger contour issue. This also results in improved wearing comfort.

In an advantageous development of this embodiment, the links are the support elements are connected to one another in an articulated manner via at least one fabric band, so that the glove can be provided with very simple means. In particular, it was recognized according to the invention that due to the favorable Leverage ratios on the links between the articulation point and this already very far spaced support point on the limbs a fabric tape is suitable to avoid the risk of overstretching the To absorb fingers in the direction of the back of the hand. In order to can on particularly tensile plastic layers or webbing as in the state of the Technology can be dispensed with. Therefore, the construction of the invention is simplified Gloves and it can be made more delicate. It follows from this also an even better wearing comfort.

Furthermore, it is a further advantage if the links with the at least a fabric tape is sewn. The glove according to the invention can thus be used produce even easier and with even fewer components. In addition, one reliable connection between fabric tape and links can be provided.

The fact that a fabric band is arranged on the underside of the fingers, simplified the construction continues because only a single fabric band is required is and by the provision on the underside of the fingers very cheap lever for the Support of tensile forces are given, which makes the fabric tape relatively low Is exposed to forces.

The fabric band can be the inside of the glove, which means the construction of the glove is further simplified.

Alternatively or in addition, it is also possible for two fabric bands to be attached the finger flanks are arranged. With this design, therefore, on both sides of the Fingers each provided a pivot point for each limb, which was also included relatively little effort is feasible. If the two fabric bands also are sewn with the flanks of the fingers, it can be avoided that larger Overhangs on the flanks of the fingers result in freedom of movement for the individual Fingers could affect each other.

The two fabric belts can be provided by the usually provided Finger side layers of the glove according to the invention are formed. To this The construction of the glove can be further simplified.

If the support elements also have end members which are the fingertips reaching over is for the first time also reliable protection for the ends of the fingertips achievable. The glove according to the invention can thus have its protective effect unfold even better. This is also an effective finger extension possible, which, for example, the catch properties and defense options have a goalkeeper glove improved.

If the support elements also have transition elements, which in the area the finger roots are arranged and in which flank sections of the Limbs on the side of the finger root can be reliably avoided be that introduced in particular in the longitudinal direction of the support elements Power components not in the area of the finger roots, but in the area of the Back of the hand can be recorded. This makes it more comfortable to wear and improve the protective effect.

It is a further advantage if the support elements in the area of the back of the hand are supported by a common support plate. Then let Absorb forces even more reliably and especially away from individual fingers hold.

If the links on the side surfaces facing each other in the support element Have blocking areas, with indentations and at a blocking area the other blocking surface has complementary projections, Enlarged contact areas can be realized in this area Forces can be intercepted even better. In particular, it is through this achievable form fit better possible to prevent overstretching and reliably absorb lateral forces.

It is a further advantage if flank cuts are made in the longitudinal direction of the fingers are narrower than a back section of the limbs, the links being spaced from each other such that each support element in the stretched finger position is curved towards the back of the finger. Then there is a special way of engaging the indentations and protrusions, which not only allows a particularly good power transmission, but through this positive connection also ensures that large resistance forces against Bending a finger towards the back of the hand. This allows one particularly stable design of the glove according to the invention. In front However, with this design, the further advantage can also be achieved, that a very high mobility of the links in the support element is possible, wherein also relatively few links are required to manufacture the support elements.

Fig. 1

eine perspektivische Darstellung eines erfindungsgemäßen Handschuhs gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform mit teilweise weggelassenem Obermaterial;

Fig. 2

eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Stützelementabschnitts in einer ersten Ausführungsform;

Fig. 3

eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Glieds gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform;

Fig. 4

eine Schnittdarstellung durch ein Stützelement gemäß der ersten Ausführungsform im leicht abgewinkelten Zustand;

Fig. 5

eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Stützelementabschnitts gemäß einer zweiten Ausführungsform;

Fig. 6

eine Draufsicht auf zwei Glieder des Stützelements einer anderen Ausführungsform;

Fig. 7

eine Draufsicht auf zwei Glieder des Stützelements noch einer anderen Ausführungsform; und

Fig. 8

eine Vorderansicht eines Gliedes in einer weiteren Ausführungsform;

Fig. 9

eine perspektivische Darstellung eines erfindungsgemäßen Handschuhs gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform mit teilweise weggelassenem Obermaterial;

Fig. 10

eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Glieds eines Stützelements des erfindungsgemäßen Handschuhs;

Fig. 11

eine perspektivische Darstellung eines Endglieds des Stützelements;

Fig. 12

eine Draufsicht auf eine weitere Ausführungsform eines Glieds für das Stützelement des erfindungsgemäßen Handschuhs; und

Fig. 13

eine schematische Seitenansicht auf drei miteinander gekoppelte Glieder eines Stützelements in der maximal gestreckten Stellung.

The invention is explained in more detail below in exemplary embodiments with reference to the figures of the drawing. It shows:

Fig. 1

a perspective view of a glove according to the invention according to a first embodiment with partially omitted upper material;

Fig. 2

a perspective view of a support element section in a first embodiment;

Fig. 3

a perspective view of a link according to a first embodiment;

Fig. 4

a sectional view through a support element according to the first embodiment in the slightly angled state;

Fig. 5

a perspective view of a support element section according to a second embodiment;

Fig. 6

a plan view of two links of the support element of another embodiment;

Fig. 7

a plan view of two links of the support element of yet another embodiment; and

Fig. 8

a front view of a link in a further embodiment;

Fig. 9

a perspective view of a glove according to the invention according to a further embodiment with the outer material partially omitted;

Fig. 10

a perspective view of a member of a support member of the glove according to the invention;

Fig. 11

a perspective view of an end member of the support element;

Fig. 12

a plan view of a further embodiment of a member for the support element of the glove according to the invention; and

Fig. 13

is a schematic side view of three interconnected links of a support element in the maximum extended position.

1 to 8, a first embodiment of the Invention explained with possible modifications.

In Fig. 1, a glove 1 is shown, the upper hand part 2 and a Has inner hand part 3. A user's fingers intervene between these.

The upper hand part 2 is also in an inner palm 21 and an on-hand or. Oberhandaußenldge 22 divided, which one in the area of the fingers Form type bag into which support elements 4 are inserted.

As can be seen in particular from FIGS. 1, 2 and 4, each support element has 4 a plurality of links 41, which are connected to one another via a pulling element are connected. According to the illustration in FIG. 2, the tension member is a tension band 42 educated. This drawstring 42 passes through a complementary one Through hole 411 in link 41 (see FIG. 3). Each link 41 is also designed that it is adapted to the anatomy of a finger, d. H. easily around you Fingers around and on the side used by the finger as small as possible Has protrusions, as is clearly shown in particular in FIG. 3. In addition, each link 41 has opposing blocking surfaces 412 and adjoining rolling surfaces 413. A transition line 414 between a locking surface 412 and a rolling surface 413 is designed so that it meets with the central axis of the tension member.

To illustrate the mode of operation of the support elements 4, a is shown in FIG slightly angled support element 4 with an end member 44 and two members 41 shown. The two links 41 are penetrated by the tension band 42, which in the end member 44 z. B. is fixed by gluing. The determination of the Tension band 42 in the end member 44 can, however, also be done in another way, wherein it z. B. also passed through the end member 44, returned in the opposite direction and can be welded, for example.

In the slightly angled state of the support element 4 as shown 4, the locking surfaces 412 of the links 41 do not abut one another. The Power transmission for compressive forces takes place here in the area of the transition line 414 and in the course of a further angling of the support element 4 increasingly over the Rolling surfaces 413. Since the drawstring 42 is in the neutral line of the bend is, there are no significant forces, which the Would counteract bending.

In the stretched state of the support element 4, the blocking surfaces 412 lie against it directly against each other and thus prevent a finger from pointing in the direction Back of the hand is flexed. This can be a reliable injury to the finger be avoided. In addition, those in the longitudinal direction of the support element 4 occurring forces on the end member 44 and the individual members 41 removed and not initiated on the single finger.

Due to the bias or pre-curvature in the support element 4 and beveled shape of the end member 44, the support element 4 inclines in the longitudinal direction of the finger hitting ball to bend towards the palm, i.e. to support a fist formation. This helps prevent injuries become.

5 shows a further embodiment of a support element 4 ', in which two pull wires 43 are arranged in the lateral region of a link 41 ' are. The central axis of the puller wires 43 can thereby be further away from it present top edge of a locking surface 412 ', whereby there is a larger lever for power transmission and absorption. Also in In this embodiment, a rolling surface 413 'is also formed. How out Fig. 5 can also be seen, the link 41 'in this embodiment also better adapt to the anatomy of a finger.

In the embodiment according to FIG. 5, it is also possible to use a single one Lead wire 43 to pass through the entire support element 4 ', the one Place coupled together in a suitable manner well known to those skilled in the art is.

6 and 7 are further embodiments of links 41 "and 41 "'. According to FIG. 6, the links point in the transverse direction to the longitudinal extension of the fingers discontinuous blocking or rolling surfaces. 7, the blocking or Rolling surfaces are curved. In both embodiments, the limbs are designed so complementary that they interlock positively and thus an enlarged contact surface and an improved lateral guidance provide. It can also be used without affecting comfort Larger individual links can be realized, which means fewer links for one Support element are required.

8 shows a further embodiment of a link 41 "". Here it is Drawstring 42 is not arranged in a through hole, but in a T-slot. Therefore, it can be inserted through the opening of the groove with appropriate flexibility be, which facilitates the assembly of the support element. Moreover, it is one Link also easier to manufacture. Another advantage of this design is that greater design freedom is given and the drawstring 42 e.g. hereby can be brought closer to the back of your fingers. The link can therefore be better adapted to the actual finger contour.

In addition to the embodiments shown here, the invention allows further Design approaches too.

The individual links can also be connected with a hinge joint instead of being connected to each other via traction elements. This allows forces that occur in a transverse direction to the support element 4 or 4 ', better recorded and transferred to neighboring links.

Furthermore, the transition line 414 between the barrier surface 412 and the The rolling surface 413 is also closer to the back of the finger, i. H. the restricted area too overlap the through hole for the traction element, thereby a Return torque in an extended basic position of a support element results. This restoring effect is supported when the tension member is preloaded is.

Alternatively, it is also possible that the rolling surface 413 itself Through hole completely overlaps, so that there is a basic position of the glove results that corresponds to an angled position.

Furthermore, it is also possible for guide members on the individual members such as. the projection 415 shown exaggerated in FIG. 3 and the one indicated in FIG. 5 Recess 416 are formed, with each link preferably on one restricted area with a projection and on the other restricted area with a Depression is provided. This allows the individual links to interlock and are in a defined position with respect to one another without any bending of the support element is hindered. It is also an improved guide possible when angled. The interacting edge areas the projection and the recess can be chamfered and / or be rounded in order to thread or slide into one another to facilitate.

The cross-sectional shape of each link 41 or 41 ', as they are in particular 3 and 5 can be seen, can be more clearly on the finger contour be adjusted to increase comfort. In particular, the pull wires 43 be located further out and closer to the back of your fingers than this is shown in Fig. 5.

The support elements 4 and 4 'according to the invention can also in the area of the wrist to protect this area. Further can the support elements 4 and 4 'on support plates on the back of the hand support, so that the forces introduced can be supported even better if necessary.

The inner hand part 3 of the glove 1 according to the invention can also be used be coated with a latex foam or another foamed plastic, which has good damping properties, but with a delayed springback manifests. This allows balls to be held even more reliably.

A further embodiment is described below with reference to FIGS. 9 to 13 explained the invention with possible modifications.

9 shows a glove 1 'which has an upper hand part 2' and an inner hand part 3 '. A user's fingers intervene between these.

As can also be seen from this figure, there are between the upper hand part 2 'and the inner hand part 3' arranged support elements 5, which the back of the finger and overlap the flanks of your fingers. The support elements 5 have a plurality of prefabricated limbs 51 on the finger flanks on both sides Fabric tape 52 hinged together and also on the underside of the fingers are fixed on the inner hand part 3 '. The fabric tapes 52 are here formed from a strong elastic band, which is relative to a turn opposed little resistance, but is so tensile that overstretching of the support element 5 in the direction of the back of the hand is prevented. by virtue of the elasticity of the fabric bands does not make the glove 1 'too rigid, which allows almost natural movements of the fingers. The individual links 51 are sewn onto the fabric bands 52 and onto the inner hand part 3 '. deviant however, there is also another connection method such as a sticking, Welding, especially ultrasonic welding, foaming and / or brackets etc. possible.

An example of the shape of such a link 51 is shown in FIG. 10. The link 51 has a back section 511 and two flank sections 512 on. These are arranged essentially in a U-shape and to the Adjusted anatomy of a finger. The flank sections 512 are relative here thin and flexible so that they only protrude slightly over the flanks of the fingers. The links 51 also point on the mutually facing sides Blocked areas 513.

The support elements 5 also have an end member 53, which in a Embodiment is shown in Fig. 11. This end member 53 encompasses here the finger end with the exception of the inside of the finger completely and protects it. Further the end member 53 is rounded at the end such that it supports the 5 a head-on impact of a ball at an angle, i.e. hand to Fisting seduced. On the other hand, when such a pulse is initiated in such a directed manner If there is no bending, then the locking effect of the Support element 5 so that the entire hand is deflected towards the back of the hand becomes. This prevents injury to individual fingers.

As can also be seen from FIG. 9, the limbs point to the finger roots facing side a beveled bevel in the longitudinal direction of the flank on, which makes the support element 5 better to the contour of the hand in this Range is adjusted. Furthermore, it is also possible in the area of Finger root provided a transition link, which is the only one a beveled Has flank section.

In the area of the back of the hand, the individual support elements 5 are also through a common support plate 54 is supported, which absorbs the forces that occur.

The support element 5 designed in this way can therefore bend the fingers follow with a fist formation, the individual limbs around their articulation point pivot on the fabric bands 52. On the other hand, hyperextension Fingers in the direction of the back of the hand are effectively prevented, as this is the blocking area 513 of the individual links come into mutual contact and interact with the tensile strength of the fabric tapes 52 a deflection in prevent this direction. Since the articulation point of the links 51 on the respective fabric tape 52 is spaced relatively far from the outermost portion of the locking surfaces 513 is present, this results in favorable leverage ratios for taking up the Loads.

Since the individual links 51 are also fixed on the inner hand part 3 ', This also results in a relatively large area for the inner hand part 3 ', without that there would be large protrusions directly on the flanks of the fingers. In order to can be the effective receiving surface for picking up a ball etc. on the The inside of the hand should be very large.

As can also be seen from Fig. 9, can between the thumb and the Forefinger of the glove 1 'a web 6 may be arranged, which spreads too far prevents the thumb and thus prevents injuries. Also enlarged the effective palm of the hand. With that and also through it is also the corresponding choice and dimensioning of the inner hand part 3 ' possible to pre-tension on the palm of the glove 1 ' which promotes a closing movement and thus the catching properties e.g. with a goalkeeper glove positively influenced.

12 and 13 is a further embodiment with modified Links 51 'shown. As from the top view of a link 51 ′ according to FIG. 12 can be seen, the restricted areas have indentations in this special construction 514 or projections 515, which are complementary to each other are. Links 51 'arranged next to one another therefore form in the extended position of the support element a form fit.

According to the side view in FIG. 13, the links are designed such that a back portion 511 'is formed wider in the longitudinal direction of the finger than that Flank sections 512 '. As from this Fig. 13, which is the maximum stretched Represents state, can be seen, the links 51 'are so little from each other spaced that that formed by the indentations 514 and the protrusions 515 Toothing unfolds its locking effect before the support element in its theoretically fully extended position. This is an extraordinary one high stability achievable, on the other hand, this design allows for bending a quick disengagement of these gearing elements with one finger, whereby a high degree of mobility can be achieved. The essentially point or line-shaped contact points between the projections 515 and the indentations 514 can thus be a large one in the stretched state Establish stability and still allow great mobility once this Contact points are eliminated.

In addition to the embodiments shown here, the invention allows further Design approaches too.

The links can also be sewn directly onto finger side layers 7. In addition, a fabric tape can also be provided on the inner hand part. The Coupling the links can alternatively in the area of the finger flanks or the underside of the fingers.

Furthermore, the links can also have a recess with a recess 516 (see FIGS. 10 and 11) and on the other blocking surface with a suitable one and be provided here not shown projection, which one inside the other intervene and establish a defined position assignment of the individual links. Here, these projections and the depressions are to be provided so that a Angling the support element is not or not significantly hindered, wherein preferably also achieved improved guidance in the angled state becomes. The mutually interacting edge regions of the projection can thus and the recess bevelled and / or rounded to to facilitate threading or intermeshing.

Furthermore, instead of the individual recess 516 and a corresponding number of depressions and projections be provided. The restricted areas can also be analog Be formed to the shape shown in Fig. 13, so that the individual The projections and recesses interlock exactly and as deeply as possible, to provide great stability when stretched.

Alternatively, it would also be possible for the blocking areas to have a large number of points have protruding projections and corresponding depressions, which interlock. Further variations for interlocking Restricted area shapes are straightforward for the average specialist.

The glove according to the invention can be because of its excellent Apply protective effect for the individual fingers also in the medical field. So he can also protect injured joints instead of bandages and cups serve and still allow an exercise of the sport.

The invention thus creates a glove 1 or 1 ', in particular a goalkeeper glove, the articulated support elements. The individual prefabricated Links of the support elements extend transversely to the longitudinal direction of the Support elements or the finger over the back of the finger and possibly the flanks of the fingers and are articulated together. This will improve protection for reached the finger joints, while also giving greater design freedom for Adjustments to the respective rounded fingers are given. The invention Glove 1 'is therefore characterized by effective protection for the integrity the finger or hand with great comfort at the same time, with both the access and trapping properties as well as the defense options supported by the goalkeeper.

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1. Glove (1; 1'), in particular a goalkeeper's glove, having an internal hand part (3; 3') and an upper hand part (2; 2'), and having support elements (4; 4'; 5) disposed at least in the region of the backs of the fingers, which support elements have compression-proof elements and develop a locking effect, in order to support the fingers, in the extended finger position, against bending in the direction of the back of the hand, but to follow the bending of the fingers when forming a fist,
   characterised in that
   the support elements (4; 4'; 5) have, as compression-proof elements, a plurality of prefabricated members (41; 41'; 51; 51') which are adapted to the anatomy of a finger and are fabricated as individual parts, said members extending transversely relative to the longitudinal extension of the support element (4; 4'; 5) or of the finger over the back of the finger and being connected to each other in an articulated manner, an adaptation to different finger lengths being effected by a different number of members (41; 41'; 51; 51') of the relevant support element (4; 4'; 5).
2. Glove according to claim 1, characterised in that the support elements (4; 4') are disposed in or on the upper hand part (2).
3. Glove according to claim 2, characterised in that the support elements (4; 4') have respectively at least one tension element which penetrates the members (41; 41') in the longitudinal direction of the finger.
4. Glove according to claim 3, characterised in that the tension element is a strip (42) which penetrates the members (41) axially.
5. Glove according to claim 3, characterised in that the tension element has two strips or wires (43) which penetrate the members (41') in the lateral edge region.
6. Glove according to one of the claims 2 to 5, characterised in that the members (41; 41') have locking faces (412; 412') on the side faces which point towards each other in the support element (4; 4'), which locking faces are configured such that the members (41; 41') extend in the direction away from the back of the finger in the longitudinal direction of the finger such that each support element (4; 4') is curved, in the extended finger position, in the direction towards the back of the finger.
7. Glove according to claim 6, characterised in that the locking faces (412; 412') extend outwardly from the central axis of the tension element away from the back of the finger.
8. Glove according to claim 6, characterised in that the locking faces extend outwardly from one region away from the back of the finger, which region is nearer to the back of the finger as the central axis of the tension element.
9. Glove according to one of the claims 2 to 8, characterised in that the members (41; 41') have uncurling faces (413; 413') on the side faces which point towards each other in the support element (4; 4'), which uncurling faces extend from the central axis of the tension element, or from a region somewhat nearer in the direction towards the back of the finger, in the direction towards the back of the finger.
10. Glove according to claim 9, characterised in that the members, in the transverse direction relative to the longitudinal extension of the finger, have discontinuous or curved locking or uncurling faces which are configured in a complementary manner to the adjacent member.
11. Glove according to one of the claims 2 to 10, characterised in that the tension element is pretensioned.
12. Glove according to one of the claims 2 to 11, characterised in that the tension element is formed from plastic material or metal.
13. Glove according to one of the claims 2 to 12, characterised in that there are configured on the sides of each member (41; 41'), which sides point towards each other in the support element (4; 4'), at least one projection (415) on one side and at least one recess (416) on the other side.
14. Glove according to claim 1. or 2, characterised in that the members are coupled together via a hinge articulated joint.
15. Glove according to claim 1, characterised in that the members (51; 51') extend further over the sides of the finger and are connected to each other in an articulated manner in the region of the sides of the finger or of the underside of the finger.
16. Glove according to claim 15, characterised in that the members (51; 51') are connected to each other in an articulated manner via at least one woven textile strip.
17. Glove according to claim 16, characterised in that the members (51; 51') are sewed to the at least one woven textile strip.
18. Glove according to claim 16 or 17, characterised in that a woven textile strip is disposed on the underside of the finger.
19. Glove according to one of the claims 16 to 18, characterised in that the woven textile strip is the internal hand part (3; 3').
20. Glove according to one of the claims 16 to 19, characterised in that two woven textile strips (52) are disposed on the sides of the finger.
21. Glove according to claim 20, characterised in that the two woven textile strips are finger side-layers (7).
22. Glove according to one of the claims 15 to 21, characterised in that the support elements (5) have end members (53) which cover the fingertips.
23. Glove according to one of the claims 15 to 22, characterised in that the support elements (5) have transition members which are disposed in the region of the roots of the fingers and in the case of which side portions (512) of the members (51) are chamfered on the side of the roots of the fingers.
24. Glove according to one of the claims 15 to 23, characterised in that the support elements (5) are supported in the region of the back of the hand via a common support plate (54).
25. Glove according to one of the claims 15 to 24, characterised in that the members (51') have locking faces on the side faces which point towards each other in the support element (5), indentations (514) being configured on one locking face and projections (515), which are complementary thereto, being configured on the other locking face.
26. Glove according to claim 15, characterised in that side portions of the members (51') are configured narrower in the longitudinal direction of the finger than a back portion (511') of the members (51'), the members (51') being spaced from each other such that each support element (5) is curved, in the extended finger position, in the direction towards the back of the finger.

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