EP2835067A1 - Luftdurchlässiges Kleidungsstück - Google Patents

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EP2835067A1
EP2835067A1 EP14180188.6A EP14180188A EP2835067A1 EP 2835067 A1 EP2835067 A1 EP 2835067A1 EP 14180188 A EP14180188 A EP 14180188A EP 2835067 A1 EP2835067 A1 EP 2835067A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41D—OUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
    • A41D27/00—Details of garments or of their making
    • A41D27/28—Means for ventilation
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
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    • A41D—OUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
    • A41D13/00—Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches
    • A41D13/002—Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches with controlled internal environment
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41D—OUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
    • A41D31/00—Materials specially adapted for outerwear
    • A41D31/04—Materials specially adapted for outerwear characterised by special function or use
    • A41D31/10—Impermeable to liquids, e.g. waterproof; Liquid-repellent

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  • the invention relates to windproof and waterproof clothing when used by persons who are engaged in active pursuits, such as those involving either work or recreation. Specifically this invention relates to a method for protecting persons from the negative effects of wind or rain, while simultaneously providing means for the hot, moist air generated by their body to vent to the exterior of their clothes so that the vapor doesn't condense inside their clothes and make them wet.
  • This problem has been recognized and ventilation systems have been created for clothing that can be opened by various means such as zippers, however in the event of rain these vents must be closed to prevent water from entering into the clothing from the outside and then the moist air created by the body condenses on the interior of the clothing.
  • Waterproof clothing has until the present time been constructed either from coated fabric such that it is absolutely windproof and waterproof, or from fabric with a membrane that keeps water (such as rain) from penetrating the fabric from the exterior but which is, to some degree, permeable to vapor such as that created by the human body under exertion.
  • neither material allows substantial amounts of heat or moisture to move from the interior to the exterior of clothing constructed from the material. The result is that heat and moisture will accumulate within a very short time when the user is active. This in turn results in overheating, a drop in performance, and the wearer becoming wet from moisture condensing inside the clothing.
  • clothing as used in the description of the present invention relates to jackets, trousers, shirts, and headgear.
  • Japanese Patent No. 2008038323 Fukuyama Teruyoshi discloses a similar shingled construction to create ventilation, but suffers from the same drawbacks as Jaeger.
  • the prior-art techniques attempt to prevent the intrusion of water while allowing for the venting of vapor.
  • the prior methods have a number of disadvantages: a) the construction costs of creating the vents using elaborate combinations of materials are prohibitive; b) the shingled construction with multiple layers of materials creates added bulk that feels awkward and constrains movement; c) the amount of air flow through the vents is limited by the various meshes it has to pass through; and d) the designs limit the range of materials that can used to create the clothing.
  • the present disclosure relates to windproof and waterproof clothing for use by persons who are engaged in active pursuits involving either work or recreation as well as other applications in which both waterproofing and breathability are important.
  • the present disclosure is related to an apparatus including at least one panel defining one or more apertures and including a flexible material.
  • One or more vent assemblies are secured to the at least one panel for each aperture of the one or more apertures.
  • Each vent assembly includes a base portion secured to the at least one panel and defining an opening overlapping the each aperture.
  • An outer ridge is secured to the base portion and an inner ridge secured to the base portion, the inner ridge being encircled by the outer ridge.
  • a cap is secured to the base portion and has an outer perimeter positioned between the inner ridge and the outer ridge, the cap, inner ridge, and outer ridge defining a channel in fluid communication with the opening.
  • the base may include a flange for bonding to the panel.
  • the outer ridge defines one or more notches, which may be non-uniformly distributed around the outer ridge.
  • the outer ridge may extend outwardly from the base more than the inner ridge.
  • the perimeter of the cap may be offset from the base a distance less than the extent of the outer ridge outwardly from the base.
  • the base defines a plurality of receptacles and the cap has a plurality of posts secured thereto and sized to insert within the receptacles.
  • the end portions of the plurality of posts may include a widened portion configured to resist removal of the end portions from the receptacles.
  • FIG.1 shows the liner 21 of a jacket with vents 20 set into the fabric of the anterior upper-thorax region wherein the materials used in the construction may be inherently flame resistant such as Nomex, FR (Flame Resistant) Modacrylic, FR Urethane and FR Vinyl.
  • Fig. 2 shows a view from below of the opening of the vent 20, which will allow for the movement of warm moist air away from the body.
  • Fig. 3 shows a section view of vent 20 showing how the vent includes a vent hood affixed to the material of the jacket liner such that it surrounds a hole in the liner such that air can escape but water is prevented from entering.
  • Fig. 4 shows another embodiment of the method for creating a series of vents 22 in the liner portion of the current invention utilizing a series of shingle-like, over-lapping panels of fabric arranged so that water running down will fall from panel to panel until reaching the lower hem of the garment.
  • vents 22 are not necessarily in rows, but rather can be arranged individually in any suitable pattern or in an arbitrary pattern.
  • the fabric panels are joined together at intervals allowing gaps in the seams that will allow airflow to carry hot, moist air away from the user's body.
  • the material of the fabric panels itself may not be breathable; however, by virtue of the vents the hot, moist air is permitted to exit the garment and therefore achieve breathability.
  • Fig. 5 shows a view of the vent 22 from below showing how the vent panel 22 is fastened.
  • a sewn construction is utilized that is later sealed against water intrusion.
  • the vent panel 22 is fastened with Radio Frequency welding methods 26 at intervals to the liner 21.
  • a dam portion 23 is also employed, which prevents water from moving up and through the vent.
  • Fig. 6 shows a cross sectional view of the construction details of the vent 22 with the core stiffening element 25 and the placement and construction of the dam 23 with its core element 24.
  • Fig. 7 shows the same cross section view as Fig. 6 with the addition of a second dam portion 23 placed outside of the vent 22 to provide additional protection from water moving into and through the vent opening.
  • Fig. 8 shows a cut-away view of the shell portion 27 of the jacket revealing the vents 20 in the liner portion 21 of the jacket.
  • Fig. 9 shows the liner 28 of a pair of trousers with vents 20 set into the fabric of the anterior upper-thigh region.
  • Fig. 10 shows a cut-away view of the shell portion 29 of the pair of trousers revealing the vents 20 in the liner portion 21 of the trousers.
  • Figs. 11A and 11B illustrate a vent assembly 30 that may be used to provide breathability for a garment or in other applications.
  • the vent assembly 30 may include an upper portion 34 and a lower portion 32.
  • the lower portion 32 may define a base plate 36 having a generally planar shape.
  • the vent assembly 30 may secure to a garment or some other device by means of the base plate 36.
  • Fig. 12A and Fig. 12B illustrate the base portion 32 of the vent assembly 30.
  • the base portion 32 may define an outer ridge 38 and an inner ridge 40.
  • the outer ridge 38 encircles the inner ridge 40.
  • the ridges 38, 40 may be separated from one another by a gutter portion 42.
  • the ridges 38, 40 extend outwardly from the base plate 16 in the same direction and to a greater extent than the gutter portion 42.
  • the gutter portion 42 may be defined as a portion of the base plate 36 positioned between the ridges 38, 40.
  • the ridges 38, 40 and base plate 36 all have a circular perimeter shape. However, other perimeter shapes may also be used.
  • the outer ridge 38 defines one or more grooves 44 to facilitate drainage of fluids that may collect in the gutter portion 42.
  • the grooves 44 may be distributed non-uniformly around the outer ridge 38.
  • the grooves 44 may only be present in one half of the outer ridge 38. In this manner the un-grooved portion of the outer ridge 38 may be positioned vertically above the grooved portion thereby allowing water to drain from the gutter portion 42 but hindering falling water from entering the gutter portion 42.
  • the upper portion 34 may mount to the lower portion by means of receivers 46 secured to the base plate 36.
  • the receivers 46, outer ridge 38, and inner ridge 40 may be disposed about an aperture 48 defined by the base plate 36.
  • the aperture 48 is preferably large, e.g. have a diameter larger than 50%, preferably larger than 75%, of the diamter of the outer ridge 38.
  • the outer ridge 38 and inner ridge 40 are concentric with each other and the aperture 48 and the receivers 46 protrude into the aperture 48.
  • other configurations may also be used, including eccentric configurations.
  • Fig. 13A and Fig. 13B illustrate the upper portion 34 of the vent assembly 30.
  • the upper portion 34 may define an outer cover 50 that provides a continuous waterpoof area within a perimeter 52.
  • the cover 50 may have posts 54 or some other fastening structure extending from a lower surface thereof to enable securement of the cover 50 to the base portion 32.
  • the posts 54 may protrude from the outer cover 50 or from pedestals 56 or some other structure secured to a lower surface of the cover 50.
  • the posts 54 may be inserted into the receivers 46 in order to fasten the upper portion 34 to the lower portion 32.
  • the posts 54 may be secured within the receivers 56 by means of adhesives, an interference fit, or some other means.
  • the posts 54 have a widened distal portion 58.
  • one or both of the distal portion 58 and the receiver 46 may elastically deform.
  • one or both of the distal portion 58 and receiver 46 may elastically return to approximately their original dimensions such that the widened distal portion 58 will resist removal of the posts 54 from wtihin the receivers 46.
  • the receivers 46 have a tapered, e.g. conical, shape to facilitate insertion of the widened portion.
  • the receivers 46 may be formed in a member 60 that protrudes into the aperture 48. When the posts 54 are inserted within the receivers 46, the pedestals 56 may abut the members 60.
  • the base plate 36 may define a flange 62 extending radially outward therefrom enabling securement of the vent assembly 30 to a sheet 64 of material defining an aperture for receiving the vent assembly 30.
  • the flange 62 secures to an inner surface of the sheet 64 and the ridges 38, 40 and cover 50 extend through the sheet 64 and extend outwardly from an outer surface of the sheet 64.
  • the lower surface of the flange 62, and additionally or alternatively other areas of the base plate 36 could secure to the outer surface of the sheet 64.
  • the sheet 64 may define an aperture that overlaps with the aperture 48 when the vent assembly is installed.
  • the base plate 36 may secure to the sheet 64 by means of adhesives, stitching, welds (e.g. high frequency or radio frequency welds), or some other bonding technique.
  • the lower portion 32 and upper portion 34 may be formed of a rigid material or a flexible material.
  • a flexible vent assembly 30 may facilitate movement of the wearer and reduce the likelihood of the vent assembly 30 tearing out of the garment.
  • vent assemblies 30 including a rigid or semirigid material may also be suitable for many applications. Even with a rigid material, the vent assembly 30 can function well with a flexible material in a garment, for example. The vents may be small enough that when strategically placed they do not interfere with movement and comfort.
  • the vent assembly 30 may be constructed of vinyl, coated urethane, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or other polymer materials.
  • the sheet 64 may be a breathable or non-breathable material.
  • the vent assembly 30 is particularly useful with materials that are waterproof but not breathable inasmuch as these materials are less expensive than breathable materials.
  • the sheet 64 may be a flexible material, however rigid and semirigid materials may also be used as the sheet 64.
  • the inner ridge 40 has a height 66
  • the outer ridge 38 has a height 68
  • the perimeter portion 52 of the cover 50 has an offset distance 70 relative to a deepest point of the gutter portion 42.
  • the height 68 may be greater than the offset distance 70 such that the outer ridge 68 is able to hinder ingress of water under the cover 50.
  • the height 66 of the inner ridge 40 may be such that there is a gap between the lower surface of the cover 50 and the inner ridge 40.
  • a garment 74 such as a jacket, windbreaker, pants, or the like may incorporate vent assemblies 30 as described hereinabove in one or more panels of material forming the garment 74.
  • a garment may include upper vents 76 and lower vents 78 such that the upper vents 76 are higher than the lower vents 78 when the garment 74 is worn by a person standing upright. In this manner, convection will tend to draw air through the lower vents 78 and expell air through the higher vents 76. Vents may be placed at other strategic areas, such as vents 80 placed in the armpit area of the garment 74. As noted herein, each vent 76, 78, 80 may be placed in or over an aperture defined by the panel in which it is placed.
  • vent assemblies 30 may be incorporated into a tent 82, such as a single-walled tent.
  • a tent 82 In single-walled tents, a single layer of material must provide both a waterproof covering and permit venting for breathing and to reduce condensation on the inner surface of the tent.
  • a panel of the tent 82 may have vents 84, 86 mounted thereto, such as vents 84, 86 embodied as a vent assembly 30 described herein.
  • the tent 82 may include upper vents 84 and lower vents 86 positioned such that the upper vents 84 are vertically above the lower vents 86 when the tent is set up, thereby promoting venting due to convection.

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US4270227A (en) * 1978-10-30 1981-06-02 American Clearwater Corp. Articles incorporating air vents
US4576087A (en) * 1985-01-08 1986-03-18 Swell-Wear, Inc. Air vent for an article
JPH0931728A (ja) * 1995-07-17 1997-02-04 Osaka Bijiyou Kogyo Kk 衣服用通気具
US7043767B2 (en) 2001-06-21 2006-05-16 Knut Jaeger Ventilation system for clothing
JP2008038323A (ja) 2006-08-08 2008-02-21 Teruyoshi Fukuyama 通気性ウエア
CN201349559Y (zh) * 2009-01-05 2009-11-25 高锋实业有限公司 通气装置
US20100242149A1 (en) 2009-03-31 2010-09-30 Under Armour, Inc. Multi-layer passive water barrier system
US20130178146A1 (en) * 2012-01-10 2013-07-11 Ryan C. Stockett Auto-ventilated outerwear

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* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4270227A (en) * 1978-10-30 1981-06-02 American Clearwater Corp. Articles incorporating air vents
US4576087A (en) * 1985-01-08 1986-03-18 Swell-Wear, Inc. Air vent for an article
JPH0931728A (ja) * 1995-07-17 1997-02-04 Osaka Bijiyou Kogyo Kk 衣服用通気具
US7043767B2 (en) 2001-06-21 2006-05-16 Knut Jaeger Ventilation system for clothing
JP2008038323A (ja) 2006-08-08 2008-02-21 Teruyoshi Fukuyama 通気性ウエア
CN201349559Y (zh) * 2009-01-05 2009-11-25 高锋实业有限公司 通气装置
US20100242149A1 (en) 2009-03-31 2010-09-30 Under Armour, Inc. Multi-layer passive water barrier system
US20130178146A1 (en) * 2012-01-10 2013-07-11 Ryan C. Stockett Auto-ventilated outerwear

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