EP3286072A1 - Diving mask provided with a telecommunications device - Google Patents

Diving mask provided with a telecommunications device

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EP3286072A1
EP3286072A1 EP16723417.8A EP16723417A EP3286072A1 EP 3286072 A1 EP3286072 A1 EP 3286072A1 EP 16723417 A EP16723417 A EP 16723417A EP 3286072 A1 EP3286072 A1 EP 3286072A1
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breathing tube
frame
diving mask
telecommunication device
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Stéphane ARMANI
Antoine RAVISE
Olivia MEILLASSOUX
Grégoire HEMBERT
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Decathlon SE
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Decathlon SE
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    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63CLAUNCHING, HAULING-OUT, OR DRY-DOCKING OF VESSELS; LIFE-SAVING IN WATER; EQUIPMENT FOR DWELLING OR WORKING UNDER WATER; MEANS FOR SALVAGING OR SEARCHING FOR UNDERWATER OBJECTS
    • B63C11/00Equipment for dwelling or working underwater; Means for searching for underwater objects
    • B63C11/02Divers' equipment
    • B63C11/26Communication means, e.g. means for signalling the presence of divers
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A62LIFE-SAVING; FIRE-FIGHTING
    • A62BDEVICES, APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR LIFE-SAVING
    • A62B18/00Breathing masks or helmets, e.g. affording protection against chemical agents or for use at high altitudes or incorporating a pump or compressor for reducing the inhalation effort
    • A62B18/08Component parts for gas-masks or gas-helmets, e.g. windows, straps, speech transmitters, signal-devices
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63CLAUNCHING, HAULING-OUT, OR DRY-DOCKING OF VESSELS; LIFE-SAVING IN WATER; EQUIPMENT FOR DWELLING OR WORKING UNDER WATER; MEANS FOR SALVAGING OR SEARCHING FOR UNDERWATER OBJECTS
    • B63C11/00Equipment for dwelling or working underwater; Means for searching for underwater objects
    • B63C11/02Divers' equipment
    • B63C11/12Diving masks
    • B63C11/16Diving masks with air supply by suction from diver, e.g. snorkels

Definitions

  • the present invention relates to the field of diving masks, including masks used for underwater hiking, also called PMT (Palmes-Mask-Tuba), in English “snorkeling”.
  • PMT Palmes-Mask-Tuba
  • the underwater hiker is equipped with a mask for vision, and a snorkel for breathing.
  • the tuba consists of a tube whose lower end is provided with a mouth portion which is housed in the mouth of the user, and an upper end for both the admission of fresh air and Exhaled air exhaust.
  • document FR 2 720 050 proposes a diving mask for breathing through the nose and mouth.
  • Such a diving mask comprises:
  • a flexible skirt having a partition defining an upper chamber for the vision of a lower chamber for breathing, the partition being arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and nose of the in the lower chamber, while the user's eyes are in the upper chamber,
  • a breathing tube having a proximal end for binding the breathing tube to the frame, and a distal end opposite the proximal end, the breathing tube having at least one channel fluidly connected to the lower chamber.
  • the document FR 2 720 050 further provides that the lower part of the visor of the mask has a slightly finer honeycomb wall in order to fulfill the function of a membrane and allow the passage of sounds in the water. Such an arrangement does not, however, make it possible to communicate with other underwater hikers several meters away, or with a person staying on the shore, while having their heads underwater.
  • An object of the present invention is to provide a diving mask of the aforementioned type, for communicating comfortably with other remote underwater hikers.
  • the mask further comprises a telecommunication device which is mounted at least in part to the breathing tube.
  • breathing tube is meant in particular, but not exclusively, a tuba having an open distal end.
  • the breathing tube may also be a tube connected to a source of compressed air.
  • the breathing tube preferably extends from an upper part of the frame.
  • said breathing tube extends from a lower part of the frame or the visor.
  • the diving mask according to the invention comprises several breathing tubes.
  • telecommunication device an electronic device that makes it possible to transmit and / or receive a signal, such as a radio signal or ultrasound.
  • the telecommunication device uses a wireless communication technology.
  • the telecommunication device uses "Bluetooth®” technology, which is also known, particularly in the field of computing.
  • the telecommunication device is an ultrasound technology that makes it possible to communicate underwater.
  • the telecommunication device implements both the "Bluetooth®” technology and the ultrasound technology, in order to substantially improve the listening quality of the mask when the user is completely immersed.
  • the telecommunication device is arranged to allow communication with several users at the same time.
  • An advantage of the invention is that underwater hikers, provided with masks according to the invention, can communicate with each other remotely, which has the effect of creating moments of pleasure and sharing during the webbed hike.
  • Another advantage of the invention is that it makes it possible to practice underwater hiking with a child in a secure manner, the child remaining in permanent communication with the adult, regardless of its location in the water.
  • the invention also finds an advantageous application in the coaching of underwater hikers, the instructor can easily give instructions to a group of hikers.
  • the hiker equipped with the diving mask according to the invention can also keep in touch and communicate with a person who has remained on the shore or on a boat.
  • the telecommunication device is mounted at least in part to the breathing tube.
  • mounted is meant that the telecommunication device is fixed at least partly to the breathing tube, detachably or not.
  • the telecommunication device is housed in the breathing tube during the manufacture of said tube.
  • This arrangement is advantageous because it avoids cluttering the mask area in front of the mouth of the user.
  • the telecommunication device is disposed near the surface of the water, which facilitates the transmission and reception of the radio signal.
  • Another advantage of the invention is that the telecommunication device picks up the sounds emitted by the user through the breathing tube, whereupon it is not necessary to place a microphone near the mouth of the user. the user.
  • At least a part, the first part, of the telecommunication device is disposed at the proximal end of the breathing tube.
  • proximal end is meant that of the two ends of the breathing tube which is closest to the frame of the mask.
  • Another advantage is to be able to place some components, such as a microphone, closer to the user.
  • the telecommunication device is housed in a housing which is mounted with the breathing tube, for example by clipping, or any other detachable fastening means.
  • the first part comprises a microphone and / or a loudspeaker.
  • the proximal arrangement of the microphone it more easily captures sound waves that come from the mouth of the user and move in the breathing tube.
  • the first part includes a microphone that opens into the channel.
  • a proximal arrangement of the loudspeaker makes it possible to ensure listening comfort.
  • At least a part, the second part, of the telecommunication device is disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube.
  • distal end is meant the end of the breathing tube which is opposite to the proximal end. It is therefore the end of the breathing tube which is distant from the frame and which is generally emerged when the breathing tube is a tuba.
  • the second part comprises an antenna.
  • the antenna which promotes the transmission and reception of radio signals.
  • the second part further comprises transmitting and / or receiving modules for transmitting and / or receiving the radio signals.
  • At least a part, the third part, of the telecommunication device is mounted to the frame.
  • the third part can also be mounted to the visor.
  • the third part is integrated in the frame or the visor, and is electrically connected to the first part and / or the second part of the telecommunication device. Still preferably, when the third portion is present, the breathing tube forms a single piece with the frame or the visor.
  • the third part comprises at least one control button of the telecommunication device.
  • the button can be an on / off button, or a button for adjusting the sound volume.
  • the third part preferably includes several buttons, and control members associated with said buttons for controlling the telecommunication device.
  • the third part comprises at least one loudspeaker that can be integrated into the frame or the visor.
  • the speaker is connected to the frame by a connecting arm, and this in order to place the speaker closer to one of the ears of the user.
  • a second speaker preferably connected to the frame by another link arm so that the second speaker is disposed near the other ear of the user.
  • the telecommunication device comprises at least one speaker remote from the body of the breathing tube so as to be placed near at least one of the ears of the user.
  • the telecommunication device comprises a - preferably two - remote speaker consisting of an ear-canal earphone connected to the breathing tube by a flexible cable which is preferably, but not exclusively, detachable from the breathing tube. breathing.
  • the breathing tube forms a single piece with the frame.
  • the breathing tube is not detachable from the frame or the visor. If necessary, it makes it easy to pass cables to connect the first or second part of the telecommunications device mounted to the breathing tube with the third part of the telecommunications device mounted to the frame or the visor.
  • the breathing tube preferably extends, but not exclusively, from an upper part of the frame, and the telecommunication device comprises an antenna disposed in the lower part of the frame. Still preferably, this antenna disposed in lower part of the frame is an ultrasonic antenna configured to transmit and / or receive ultrasound. As the lower part of the frame is most often immersed, the ultrasonic antenna is also immersed, which ensures the emission and reception of ultrasound by the telecommunication device.
  • the breathing tube is detachable from the frame, and wherein the breathing tube comprises the telecommunication device.
  • the entire telecommunication device is preferably integrated in the breathing tube.
  • the antenna is disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube.
  • said dive mask further comprises a removable connector arranged to be mounted to the breathing tube and to the frame, so that the removable connector, when mounted to the breathing tube and to the frame, forms a fluid connection at least between the lower chamber and the channel of the breathing tube, the removable connection being detachable from the frame and the breathing tube, and wherein the removable connection comprises the telecommunication device.
  • This removable connection thus constitutes an intermediate piece that fits between the frame of the mask and the breathing tube. It is understood that when the removable connector is mounted to the breathing tube, the telecommunication device is also mounted to the breathing tube, according to the invention.
  • the removable connection ensures the passage of air between at least the lower chamber and the breathing tube.
  • the telecommunication device comprises a loudspeaker housed in the removable connection.
  • the telecommunication device comprises at least one remote speaker which is arranged to be arranged facing one of the ears of the user.
  • An interest is to improve the quality of listening by placing the speaker as close to the user's ear.
  • the frame includes a fastener for holding the remote speaker.
  • the removable connection comprises a connecting arm carrying the remote speaker, the connecting arm extending along a lateral side of the diving mask.
  • the connecting arm has the same curvature as the lateral side of the mask and borders the frame so as not to oppose hydrodynamic resistance.
  • the telecommunication device comprises a - preferably two - remote speaker consisting of an ear-canal earphone connected to the removable connector by a flexible cable which is preferably, but not exclusively, detachable from the removable connector.
  • the telecommunication device comprises an antenna which is disposed in a junction element configured to extend along the breathing tube, said junction element having an end arranged to be attached to the distal end of the breathing tube. breathing.
  • the connecting element comprises an electrical connection wire connecting the antenna to the other electronic components of the telecommunication device arranged in the removable connection.
  • the breathing tube comprises a fixing member
  • the frame comprises a fixing device arranged to be releasably fixed to the fixing member of the breathing tube so as to form a tight connection between the tube of breathing and the frame
  • the removable connection comprises a first fixing portion arranged to be releasably attached to the fixing member of the breathing tube, and a second fixing portion arranged to be releasably fixed with the frame fixing device, so as to form a first sealed connection between the breathing tube and the removable connector, and a second sealed connection between the frame and the removable coupling.
  • the breathing tube can be connected directly to the frame of the diving mask when the removable connector is detached, whereby the diving mask according to the invention can also be used without the telecommunication device.
  • the partition has at least one passage to allow an inspired air flow directed from the upper chamber to the lower chamber during a phase of inspiration of the user, and in which the breathing tube has a inspired air intake channel and at least a first exhaled air outlet channel, so that when said breathing tube is fluidly connected with the frame, the inspired air intake channel is fluidly connected with the upper chamber, while the first exhaled air outlet channel is fluidly connected with the lower chamber.
  • Such an arrangement allows to evacuate moisture out of the upper chamber, whereby it is advantageously avoided the appearance of steam on the inner wall of the visor.
  • the removable coupling comprises an inspired air intake duct and at least a first expired air exhaust duct, and, when the removable coupling, the breathing tube and the frame are mounted together, the air intake duct inspired by the removable connector fluidly connects the air intake channel inspired from the breathing tube to the upper chamber, while the first exhaust air duct exhaled from the fitting detachably connects the lower chamber to the first exhaled air outlet channel.
  • the invention furthermore relates to a detachable coupling of a diving mask according to the invention, said coupling comprising at least one duct, in which, when the removable coupling is attached to the diving mask, the duct fluidically connects the tube of breathing in the lower chamber, and the removable connector comprises a telecommunication device.
  • the removable coupling is advantageously that of the third embodiment of the diving mask.
  • the invention relates to a removable breathing tube of a diving mask according to the second embodiment of the invention, the breathing tube comprising a fixing part for its removable attachment to the frame of the mask, and a device for telecommunication.
  • the telecommunication device of the removable connection and the removable breathing tube has the technical characteristics defined above.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a diving mask according to the first embodiment of the invention, in which the tube of breathing is a snorkel that extends from the lower part of the frame;
  • Figures 2A and 2B illustrate a variant of the mask of Figure 1, the snorkel extending from the top of the frame;
  • FIG. 3 shows a variant of the mask of FIG. 2A, in which the loudspeaker and control buttons are offset on a lateral edge of the mask;
  • FIGS. 4A and 4B illustrate a variant of the first embodiment in which the mask comprises an ultrasonic antenna arranged in the lower part of the frame;
  • FIG. 5 illustrates a diving mask according to a second embodiment of the invention
  • FIGS. 6A to 6C illustrate a breathing tube according to the invention integrating a telecommunication device for the diving mask of FIG. 5;
  • Figure 7 is a variant of the removable breathing tube of Figure 6B;
  • Figure 8 is a perspective view of a diving mask according to the third embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 9 is an exploded view of the diving mask of FIG.
  • Figure 10 is a rear view of the flexible skirt of the mask of Figure 8.
  • Figure 11 is a top view of the flexible skirt of Figure 10;
  • Figure 12 is a front view of the flexible skirt of Figure 11 assembled with the frame;
  • Figure 13 shows the breathing tube of the mask of Figure 8, seen from its lower end
  • Figure 14 is a top view of the flexible skirt assembled with the frame
  • Figure 15 is a detail view of the connection of the top sleeve of the flexible skirt of Figure 11 with the top fitting of the frame;
  • Figure 16 is a rear view of the mask of Figure 8, without the strap attachment;
  • FIGS. 17A and 17B are detailed views of the connection of the first sleeve of the flexible skirt with the first lateral connection of the frame;
  • FIG. 18 is an exploded view of the upper part of the breathing tube of the mask of FIG. 8;
  • FIG. 20 shows the situation in which the float closes the inlet of the breathing tube when the latter is immersed in water
  • FIG. 21 is a rear view of the mask of FIG. 8, with the fastening strap;
  • FIGS. 22A and 22B illustrate the telecommunication device and the removable coupling of the diving mask of FIG. 8;
  • - Figure 23 illustrates a variant of the removable connector of Figure 8;
  • FIGS. 25A and 25B illustrate a variant of the removable connector of FIG. 24A.
  • FIGS. 26 and 27 show a microphone box configured to be mounted on a breathing tube such as that shown in FIGS. 6A to 6C.
  • visor we mean the faceshield through which the user can see the objects outside the mask.
  • frame means the peripheral portion of the diving mask which carries the aforementioned facial screen, the flexible skirt being preferentially attached to the frame.
  • the frame can form a single piece with the visor, in which case the frame is constituted by the peripheral portion of the visor.
  • the flexible skirt is preferably fixed to the frame constituted by the peripheral portion of the visor.
  • the frame may also be in several parts, for example a first part forming a single piece with the visor and a second part fixed around the first part.
  • the flexible skirt can be attached to the first part of the frame.
  • Figure 1 there is illustrated an example of a diving mask 10 according to a first embodiment of the invention.
  • This dive mask 10 comprises a frame 12 provided with a visor 18, and a flexible skirt 40 integral with the frame.
  • the flexible skirt has a partition 46 which defines an upper chamber 50 for viewing a lower chamber 52 for breathing.
  • the partition 46 is arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber 52, while the eyes of the user are in the superior room 50.
  • the diving mask 10 further comprises a breathing tube
  • proximal end 20a for the connection of the breathing tube 20 to the frame 12, and a distal end 20b which is opposite to the proximal end 20a.
  • the proximal end 20a of the breathing tube 20 extends from a lower portion 10a of the diving mask 10.
  • the proximal end 20a of the breathing tube 20 passes through the lower part of the frame to open into the lower chamber 52.
  • the proximal end of the breathing tube could pass through the lower part of the visor which is opposite the lower chamber 52.
  • the breathing tube 20 extends from its proximal end along one of the lateral edges of the frame 12 to an upper portion 14 of the frame, and then extends in one direction opposite to that of the lower chamber 52.
  • the distal end 20b of the breathing tube 20 is provided with orifices to allow air to enter the breathing tube.
  • the breathing tube 20 comprises at least one channel 21 which is fluidly connected with the lower chamber 52 and with the orifices 23 of the distal end 20b of the breathing tube 20.
  • the breathing tube is a tuba.
  • the diving mask 10 further comprises a telecommunication device 500 which is mounted to the breathing tube 20.
  • the telecommunication device 500 comprises a first portion 502 which is disposed at the proximal end 20a of the breathing tube.
  • the first part 502 includes a microphone 504 which opens into the channel 21.
  • the microphone could also open into the lower chamber 52.
  • the second portion 506 of the telecommunication device is disposed at the distal end 20b of the breathing tube 20.
  • the second portion 506 includes an antenna 517.
  • the telecommunication device 500 further comprises a third frame-mounted portion 510, which includes a control button 512, for controlling the telecommunication device.
  • the third portion 510 further includes a control member integrated in the frame 12.
  • the third part of the telecommunication device further comprises a loudspeaker 514 which is integrated in the frame.
  • the loudspeaker may be disposed at another location, and for example be offset from the frame while being connected by a connecting arm.
  • the breathing tube 20 forms a single piece with the frame 12, the electrical connecting members, in particular the wires, which connect the first, second and third parts of the device. telecommunication are integrated in the mask without being shown in the drawing of Figure 1.
  • FIGs 2A and 2B there is illustrated a diving mask 10 ', which is a variant of the diving mask 10 according to the first embodiment.
  • the diving mask 10 ' differs from that of FIG. 1 in that the breathing tube 20' is connected to an upper part 12a 'of the frame 12' of the diving mask 10 '.
  • the diving mask 10 ' also includes a telecommunication device 500' which has a first portion 502 'disposed at the proximal end 20a' of the breathing tube 20 '.
  • the first portion 502 ' includes a microphone 504', control buttons 512 'are disposed on an upper face of the breathing tube 20', as seen in Figure 2A.
  • the first part 502 'further comprises a loudspeaker 514' which is disposed on a lower face of the breathing tube 20 ', partly proximal.
  • the telecommunication device 500 'further includes a second portion 506' disposed at the distal end 20b 'of the breathing tube 20' which includes an antenna 517 '.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates a variant 10 "of the dive mask according to the first embodiment, the mask 10" illustrated in FIG. 3 differs from the mask 10 'of FIGS. 2A and 2B in that the loudspeaker 514 "and the control buttons 512" are mounted to the frame 12 "The first portion 502" has the microphone 504 "while the distal end 20b" of the breathing tube 20 "has the second portion 506" of the telecommunication device, which includes the antenna 517 ".
  • a dive mask 10 '" according to a variant of the first embodiment of the invention is illustrated
  • the dive mask 10'" also comprises a breathing tube 20 "' having a proximal end 20a "" at which the first portion 502 "'of the telecommunication device 500" "is disposed, the first portion 502"' of the telecommunication device comprises a microphone 504 "'.
  • the variant of Figures 4A and 4B differs essentially from that of Figure 3 in that the antenna 517 "'is not disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube but in the lower part of the frame 12"'.
  • the antenna 517 "' is an ultrasound antenna configured to transmit and receive ultrasound
  • the antenna 517"' is also connected to an electronic device arranged in the mask which is adapted to transform the signal emanating from the microphone 504 "'in an ultrasonic signal
  • the electronic device is also adapted to transform an ultrasonic signal received by the antenna 517"' into an audio signal which is then transmitted to the loudspeaker of the diving mask.
  • the ultrasonic antenna 517 "' is disposed in a housing 509"' which protrudes downwardly from the lower end of the frame 12 ".
  • the diving mask 110 illustrated in FIG. 5 comprises a frame 112 provided with a visor 118, a flexible skirt 140 fastened to the frame, the flexible skirt comprising a partition 146 defining an upper chamber 150 for the vision of a lower chamber 152 for breathing, the partition being arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber, while the eyes of the user are in the superior room.
  • the dive mask 110 further includes a breathing tube 120 which has a proximal end 120a for connecting the breathing tube to the frame at a distal end 120b opposite to the proximal end.
  • the breathing tube 120 comprises at least one channel 121, illustrated in FIG. 6A and fluidly connected with the lower chamber 152.
  • the breathing tube 120 extends from the upper part 112a of the frame 112.
  • the breathing tube could extend from the lower part 112b of the frame 112.
  • the breathing tube 120 is a tuba whose distal end 120b comprises openings 123 to allow air exchange with the atmosphere.
  • the breathing tube 120 is detachable from the frame 112.
  • the telecommunication device 1500 is disposed in the breathing tube 120.
  • FIGS. 6A to 6C illustrate an exemplary embodiment of the removable breathing tube 20 according to the invention.
  • This removable breathing tube has a proximal end 120a for the connection of the breathing tube 120 to the frame 112 of the dive mask of Figure 5 and a distal end 120b opposite the proximal end.
  • the distal end 120b comprises the air inlet E which consists of orifices 123.
  • the diving mask 110 further comprises a telecommunication device 1500 which is mounted to the breathing tube 120. More specifically, in this second embodiment, the telecommunication device 1500 is integrated with the removable breathing tube 120.
  • the telecommunication device 1500 includes a first portion 1502 disposed at the proximal end 120a of the breathing tube 120, the first portion 1502 having a microphone 1504 and a speaker 1514.
  • the microphone 1504 opens into the channel 121, while the The loudspeaker 1514 is arranged to direct sounds to the user's head when the breathing tube is attached to the diving mask.
  • the speaker is directed to the same side of the breathing tube as that of the air inlet.
  • the telecommunication device 1500 further comprises a second portion 1506 disposed at the distal end 120b of the breathing tube 120.
  • This second portion 1506 includes an antenna 1517.
  • the removable breathing tube 120 further comprises an electronic device comprising a transmitter module and / or a receiver module connected to the antenna 1517, the microphone 1504 and the loudspeaker 1514.
  • the telecommunication device 1500 further comprises receiver / transmitter modules 1505 and 1507 which are arranged, in this example, in the body of the breathing tube 120.
  • the breathing tube For its removable attachment to the frame 112 of the diving mask 110, the breathing tube comprises at its proximal end a coupling member 125.
  • FIG. 7 there is illustrated a removable breathing tube 120 'in which a telecommunication device 1500' is arranged, this breathing tube 120 'being intended to be coupled to the diving mask 110 illustrated in FIG. respiration 120 'also has a proximal end 120'a and a distal end 120'b.
  • the telecommunication device also comprises a first part 1502 'which comprises a loudspeaker 1514' and a microphone 1504 '.
  • Control buttons 1512 ' are also disposed on the body of the breathing tube.
  • the removable breathing tube 120 'further comprises a coupling member 125' for attachment to the frame of the mask.
  • the breathing tube 120 'of FIG. 7 differs from that of FIGS. 6A to 6C by the fact that the second part 1506' of the telecommunication device includes not only the antenna 1517 ', but also the battery 1513' as well as the transmitter modules / Receiver 1505 'and 1507', these elements being disposed beyond the air inlet E of the breathing tube.
  • the breathing tube 120 ' comprises a cover 124' which has an extension forming a housing for sealingly receiving the aforementioned electronic components of the telecommunication device 1500 '.
  • the dive mask 210 illustrated in FIG. 8 comprises a frame 212 of generally oblong shape having an upper portion 212a and a lower portion 212b.
  • the frame 212 is provided with a visor 218.
  • the frame 212 has an upper portion 214 forming an upper strapping and a lower portion 216 constituting a lower strapping.
  • the upper portions 214 and lower 216 of the frame are attached to each other to form a strapping surrounding the face of the user.
  • the frame 212 surrounds the visor 218.
  • This mask furthermore comprises a purge valve 217 for evacuating the water that could have entered the mask.
  • the diving mask 210 further comprises a breathing tube 220 which has a proximal end 220a, in this case its lower end, which comprises a fastener 229 adapted to be connected to the upper part 212a of the frame.
  • the breathing tube 220 is removable. It can be detached or unclipped from the frame 212, which reduces the size of the mask when the latter is not used.
  • the breathing tube 220 further has a distal end 220b which is provided with a cage 222 permeable to air.
  • the breathing tube 220 further comprises a cap 224 which cooperates with the cage 222.
  • the lower portion 216 of the frame 212 comprises a first element 216 'and a second element 216 "which are fixed to each other in order to form the portion
  • the frame could consist of a single piece.
  • the breathing tube 220 comprises an elongated body 226 whose lower end 226a is able to engage with an extension 228 of the upper portion 214 of the frame 212 which protrudes from the upper end 212a of the frame .
  • the breathing tube 220 comprises a float 230 which is movable in the cage 222, the float having an upper end 230a provided with a closure device 232.
  • the float 230 is arranged such that when the breathing tube 220 is immersed in the water, the float moves so that the closure device 232, in this case a flexible membrane, closes the inlet of the breathing tube.
  • the flexible skirt 240 has a generally oblong shape of substantially the same size as the frame 212 and the visor 218.
  • the flexible skirt has a periphery 242 which has an upper portion which is fixed with the lower portion of the frame.
  • the flexible skirt 240 further comprises a peripheral sealing lip 244 which is arranged to bear against the face of the user, so as to prevent water from entering between the face of the user and the visor.
  • the flexible skirt 240 further comprises a partition 246 which is arranged to bear above the nose of the user. This partition 246 thus delimits an upper chamber 250 for viewing, a lower chamber 252 for breathing. As can be seen from FIG. 12, which illustrates the frame 212 assembled with the visor 218 and the skirt 240, the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber 252, while the eyes of the the user are in the upper chamber 250.
  • the upper chamber 250 is defined by the visor, the eyes of the user, the upper wall 246a of the partition 246, and the portion of the flexible skirt that extends above the partition 246.
  • the lower chamber 252 is defined by the visor 218, the mouth and the nose of the user, the lower portion 246b of the partition 246, and the portion of the flexible skirt that extends below the partition 246.
  • the partition comprises a pair of passages 254 provided with non-return valves which are arranged to allow an inspired air flow directed solely from the upper chamber 250 to the lower chamber 252 during an inspiration phase of the user.
  • the flexible skirt is made of silicone, and forms a single piece with the partition 246, the sealing lip 244 and the periphery 242.
  • the breathing tube 220 is shown seen from its proximal end 220a.
  • the breathing tube 220 comprises an inspired air intake channel 260 which extends between the proximal end 220a of the breathing tube and the distal end 220b of the breathing tube.
  • This inspired air intake channel thus extends in the longitudinal direction of the body 226.
  • the inspired air intake channel opens into the upper chamber.
  • the breathing tube 220 further comprises two channels 221 fluidly connected with the lower chamber, namely a first expired air exhaust channel 262, which also extends in the longitudinal direction of the body 226 between the proximal end 220a and the distal end 220b of the breathing tube 220.
  • This first expired air exhaust channel 262 communicates with the lower chamber 252.
  • the breathing tube 220 includes a second expired air exhaust channel 264 similar to the first expired air intake channel.
  • the inspired air admission channel 260 is separated from the first and second air exhaust ducts 262, 264 by two longitudinal walls 266, 268.
  • the extension 228 also includes a central channel 270 arranged to communicate with the inspired air intake channel 260 when the breathing tube is fixed to the frame, and two exhalation channels 272, 274 arranged to communicate respectively with the first and second exhaled air exhaust channels 262, 264.
  • the frame 212 furthermore includes an upper connector 280 which protrudes from the upper portion 214 of the frame 212.
  • the flexible skirt 240 comprises, in turn, a top sleeve 282 which projects from an upper portion of the flexible skirt 240 opening into the upper chamber 250. It is noted that the top fitting 280 engages inside the top sleeve 282 to create a tight connection between these two elements.
  • the arrow Fl symbolizes the flow of fresh air inspired.
  • first internal duct 290 for exhaled air
  • second internal duct 292 for exhaled air
  • the first and second internal ducts 290, 292 may be provided in a periphery 219 of the visor 218 which borders the inner periphery of the frame 212.
  • the mask may comprise a single internal conduit for exhaled air.
  • the breathing tube may also include a single, inspired air intake channel.
  • these first and second internal ducts are disposed on either side of a longitudinal plane P of the mask.
  • This plane P is here the plane of symmetry of the mask.
  • first and second internal ducts 290, 222 are identical, only the first internal duct 290 will be described.
  • the latter has an upper end which corresponds to the outlet of the channel 272 illustrated in FIG. besides a lower end.
  • the flexible skirt 240 further comprises a first sleeve 2100 protruding from a first lateral edge 241 of the flexible skirt 240 extending towards the upper portion 212a of the frame 212.
  • the first sleeve which forms one and the same part with the flexible skirt, has a lower end 2100a opening into the lower chamber 252 and an upper end 2100b opposite the lower end, which is fluidly connected with the lower end of the first inner conduit. It is understood that the sleeve forms a pipe for exhaled air.
  • the flexible skirt further comprises a second sleeve 2200, identical to the first sleeve 2100, the second sleeve 2200 protrudes from a second lateral edge 243 of the skirt 240, opposite the first lateral edge 241.
  • the second sleeve has a lower end 2200a opening in the lower chamber 252 and an upper end 2200b opposite the lower end which is fluidly connected with the lower end 292b of the second inner conduit 292.
  • the first internal duct 290 extends between the top of the frame and a lower end 214a of the upper portion 214 of the frame.
  • the frame 212 and more specifically the lower end of the upper portion 214 of the frame 212 comprises a first lateral connection 2110 which is engaged in the second end 2100b of the first sleeve .
  • the first lateral connection 2110 has ribs 2112 on its outer face 2110a, the ribs 2112 cooperate with the inner face. 2101 of the second end of the first sleeve.
  • the second end of the first sleeve is flush with a lateral side 212c of the frame 212.
  • the exhaled air flows successively through the first sleeve 2100, through the first inner conduit 290 and then through the first expired air exhaust channel 262.
  • This outgoing air flow is illustrated by arrow F2.
  • the arrow F3 illustrates the other outgoing air circuit flowing via the second sleeve 2200 and the second inner conduit 292.
  • the breathing tube 220 of the mask according to the invention comprises at its upper end means for regulating the inflow and outflow of air into the breathing tube.
  • the breathing tube 220 comprises a plate 2300 which is arranged in a sealed manner between the cover 224 and the upper end 226b of the body 226 of the breathing tube 220.
  • This plate comprises a main orifice 2302 communicating with the inlet E of the breathing tube.
  • the inlet E of the breathing tube is made through slots 223 formed in the cage 222.
  • the wafer 2300 further includes an inlet port 2304 communicating with the inlet 260a of the inspired air emission channel 260.
  • the wafer 2300 further comprises a first outlet port 2306 which communicates with the outlet 262a of the first exhaust channel 262.
  • the wafer 2300 further includes a second output port 2308 which communicates with the outlet 264a of the second expired air exhaust channel.
  • the sections of the main orifice 2302, the inlet orifice 2304 and the two outlet orifices 2306, 2308 correspond substantially to the cross sections of the inlet channel. of inspired air 260 and exhaled air exhaust channels 262, 264.
  • the wafer 2300 further comprises a first non-return valve 2310 disposed opposite the first inlet orifice 2304, in order to close off said inlet orifice during an expiration phase.
  • the wafer 2300 further comprises a second non-return valve 2312 disposed opposite the first outlet orifice in order to close off said first outlet orifice during an inspiration phase.
  • wafer 2300 also has a third nonreturn valve 2312 which is arranged to close the second outlet orifice during an inspiration phase.
  • the breathing tube 220 further comprises a fluid communication chamber 2350 into which the main orifice 2302 opens, the inlet orifice 2304, the first outlet orifice 2306 and the second outlet orifice 2308.
  • the fluidic communication chamber 2350 is formed in the cover 224 which is sealingly attached to the upper end of the body 226.
  • FIG. 19 the configuration of the breathing tube is illustrated during an inspiration phase. It is understood that the fresh air inspired illustrated by the arrow Fl, enters the cage 222 via the slots 223, then enters the fluid communication chamber 2350 via the main office 2302 and enters the air intake channel inspired 260 through the inlet 2304, the first non-return valve 2310 is then open to allow the flow of air to pass.
  • FIG 20 there is illustrated the case in which the breathing tube is immersed in water.
  • the float 230 under the action of buoyancy, rises in the cage 222 until the closure device 232 closes the main opening 2302, which has the effect of closing the inlet of the breathing tube.
  • the diving mask 210 further comprises an elastic holding strap 2400 which extends between the upper portion 214 of the frame and the lower portion 216.
  • the elastic strap 2400 comprises two 2402.2404 connection with the upper portion 214 and two connection points 2406, 2408 with the lower portion 216. It is then found that the elastic strap forms an "X".
  • the upper portion 214 of the frame 212 also has two loops 2410, 2412 in which are engaged the ends of the two upper portions of the strap portions 2414, 2416. It is noted that the ends of these two web portions 2414, 2416 form beads. 2418, 2420 wider than the slots 2422, 2424 formed in the loops, which has the effect of ensuring the maintenance of the elastic strap 2400 to the frame.
  • the diving mask 210 further comprises a telecommunication device 2500 which is also mounted to the breathing tube 220.
  • the diving mask 210 comprises a removable connector 600 arranged to be mounted to the tube of breathing and frame, so that the removable connector 600, when mounted to the breathing tube and to the frame, forms a fluid connection between the lower chamber 252 and the exhalation channels 262,264 exhaled from the breathing tube and, between the upper chamber 250 and the inspired air intake channel 260.
  • the detachable coupling is detachable from the frame 212 and the breathing tube 220.
  • the removable connector 600 comprises the telecommunication device 2500.
  • the telecommunication device 2500 comprises, in the example of FIGS. 22A and 22B, a loudspeaker 2514 which is housed in the removable connector 600.
  • the telecommunication device 2500 further comprises a transmitter module 2505 of a radio signal, and a receiver module 2507 of a radio signal.
  • the radio signal is a signal compliant with the "Bluetooth®" protocol, known elsewhere.
  • the transmitter and receiver modules are therefore configured to transmit or receive radio signals according to this wireless transmission protocol.
  • the speaker 2514 is connected to the receiver module by a wired link not shown here.
  • the telecommunication device includes an antenna 2517 for receiving and transmitting radio signals. This antenna 2517 is connected to the transmitter modules 2505 and receiver 2507.
  • the telecommunication device 2500 further comprises control buttons 2512 which are arranged, in this example, on the removable connector.
  • the telecommunication device 2500 further comprises a microphone 2504 connected to the transmitter module 2505.
  • the microphone 2504 opens into at least one of the conduits of the removable connector, preferably into the inspired air exhaust duct.
  • the telecommunication device 2500 is de facto mounted to the breathing tube 220.
  • the removable connector 600 is interposed between the upper portion 212a of the frame 212 and the breathing tube 220. As seen in Figure 8, the removable connector is located at the proximal end of the breathing tube 20 when these two pieces are assembled to each other. Referring to Fig. 22A, the removable connector 600 includes an inspired air intake duct 602, and first and second expired air exhaust ducts 604,606 which extend across the duct. As mentioned above, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the removable connector 600 may comprise a single conduit when the breathing tube has a single channel.
  • the inspired air intake conduit 602 of the removable connector 600 fluidly connects the inspired air intake channel 260 of the breathing tube 220 to the upper chamber 250, while the first and second expired air exhaust ducts 604,606 of the removable connector 606 fluidly connect the lower chamber 252 to the first and second exhaled air exhaust channels 262,264 of the breathing tube 220.
  • the removable connector 600 has a first end 600a shaped to cooperate with the proximal end 220a of the breathing tube, and a second end 600b which is shaped to cooperate with the extension 228 of the upper portion of the frame 212.
  • the inspired air intake conduit 602 of the detachable coupling is fluidly connected to the central channel. 270 of the extension 228, while the first and second exhaled air exhaust ducts 604,606 are fluidly connected to the exhalation channels 272,274.
  • the breathing tube 220 comprises a fixing member 229, visible in Figure 9.
  • the frame 12 comprises a fixing device, here constituted by the extension 228 illustrated in Figure 14, arranged to be releasably coupled to the fixing member 229 of the breathing tube to form a tight connection between the breathing tube and the frame.
  • the detachable coupling 600 further includes a first attachment portion 608, located at the first end 600a, arranged to be detachably attached to the attachment member 229 of the breathing tube 220.
  • the first attachment portion 608 is shaped to to fit into the fastener 229 of the breathing tube 220.
  • the removable coupling 600 comprises a second fixing portion 610 arranged to be detachably fastened to the fastening device 228 of the frame 212. As can be understood from FIGS. 14 and 24, the fastening device 228 of the frame 212 is shaped to fit inside the second fixing portion 610.
  • This arrangement allows for a first sealed connection between the breathing tube 220 and the removable connector 600, and a second sealed connection between the frame and the removable connector.
  • the removable connector 600 comprises a body 611 provided with a housing 612 which receives the speaker 2514, the transmitter module, the receiver module, the microphone and the antenna.
  • the removable connector further comprises a battery and control buttons 512.
  • FIG. 23 there is illustrated a variant of the removable coupling 600 'according to the invention.
  • the removable connector 600 'of FIG. 23 differs from the removable connector 600 of FIG. 22A in that the loudspeaker 2514' is offset and is connected to the removable connector 600 'by a link arm 614' which extends Laterally with respect to the frame 212.
  • the remote speaker 2514 ' is located opposite the user's ear, which substantially improves the listening quality.
  • the frame 212 comprises a fixing element 219 to allow the attachment of the connecting arm 614' to the frame 212.
  • This fixing element 219 shown diagrammatically in FIG. is an extension of the strapping of the mask frame. It is specified here that this remote speaker configuration can also be implemented in the first and second embodiments of the dive mask described above.
  • FIGS. 24A and 24B another variant of the removable coupling 600 "according to the invention is illustrated:
  • the removable coupling 600" illustrated in FIGS. 24A and 24B differs from the removable coupling 600 of FIG. 22A in that the Antenna is not disposed in the housing of the removable connector, but at the distal end 220b of the breathing tube 220 when the latter is attached to the removable connector 600 ".
  • the removable coupling comprises a connecting element 616 "which projects from the body 611" of the removable coupling 600 "so as to extend along the breathing tube 220 when the latter is fixed to the removable coupling 600” .
  • the junction element 616 "receives the antenna 2517 at its distal end 617". As can be understood from FIG.
  • the distal end 617 "of the connecting member 616" is shaped to be attached to the distal end 220b of the breathing tube.
  • the fixing is carried out in that the distal end 617 "of the connecting element is made of flexible material forms a hook whose end cooperates with the slots 223 formed in the cage 222 of the breathing tube 220.
  • the telecommunication device further comprises control buttons 2512 disposed on the body 611 "of the removable coupling.
  • 25A and 25B illustrate a variant of the removable coupling 600 '' according to the invention, the removable coupling 600 '' of FIGS. is offset laterally, like the variant of Figure 23.
  • Figures 26 and 27 show a microphone housing 1509 configured to be mounted, for example and without limitation, on a breathing tube 120 such as that shown in Figures 6A-6C.
  • the housing 1509 includes a body 1511 defining a housing in which the microphone 1504 is disposed.
  • the housing further includes a face 1515 configured to cover the opening of the housing defined by the body.
  • the housing 1509 comprises a damper block 1521, for example formed in a foam-type material, disposed between the microphone 1504 and the face 1515.
  • the body 1511 also comprises sealing means 1519, 1519 'which comprise, for example and without limitation, two sealing lips extending annularly around the body 1511.
  • Figure 27 shows the assembly of the housing 1509 on the breathing tube 120.
  • the breathing tube 120 comprises a wall 127 in which is formed an orifice 129.
  • the orifice 129 is formed in the wall opposite to that on which the speaker 1514 is mounted.
  • the housing 1509 is mounted on the wall 127 extending through the orifice 129 so that the face 1515 is disposed inside the tube
  • the sealing lips coming into contact with the two opposite faces of the wall 127. It is understood that the casing 1509 is thus housed in the thickness of material forming the wall 127.
  • the casing 1509 thus makes it possible to prevent the microphone 1504 from being exposed to water, which would jeopardize its operation.
  • the face 1515 has a small thickness and is formed of a silicone material.
  • a sufficient volume between these elements is formed in the housing housing 1509.
  • the body 1511 is formed of an elastic material such as silicone and has a thickness configured to reduce vibrations generated by the breathing tube 120; preferably, the thickness of the body 1511 is greater than that of the face 1515.
  • thickness of the body 1511 denotes the thickness of the various walls constituting the body 1511.
  • the body 1511 also has a face 1523 disposed outside the tube 120; for example and without limitation, the face 1523 of the body 1511 comprises an elastic material such as silicone glue, so as to participate in the sealing of the housing while contributing to the reduction of the vibrations generated by the breathing tube 120 .
  • an elastic material such as silicone glue
  • the presence of the damping block 1521 also contributes to the damping of the vibrations of the breathing tube 120.
  • the housing 1509 receiving the microphone 1504 and mounted in the wall of the breathing tube 120 allows both to protect the microphone from moisture while filtering the mechanical vibrations emitted by the breathing tube 120.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a diving mask (10) comprising a frame (12) provided with a visor (18); a flexible skirt (40) comprising a partition (46) defining an upper chamber (50) for viewing a lower chamber (52) for breathing, the partition being arranged to rest above the nose of the user such that the mouth and nose of the user are in the lower chamber, while the eyes of the user are in the upper chamber, a breathing tube (20) having a proximal end (20a) for connecting the breathing tube to the frame, the breathing tube comprising at least one channel (21) in fluid communication with the lower chamber. The diving mask further comprises a telecommunications device (500) that is mounted at least in part on the breathing tube (20).

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MASQUE DE PLONGEE MUNI D'UN DISPOSITIF DE TELECOMMUNICATION  DIVING MASK WITH TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICE
Arrière-plan de l'invention Background of the invention
La présente invention concerne le domaine des masques de plongée, et notamment les masques utilisés pour la randonnée subaquatique, également appelée PMT (Palmes-Masque-Tuba), en anglais « snorkeling ».  The present invention relates to the field of diving masks, including masks used for underwater hiking, also called PMT (Palmes-Mask-Tuba), in English "snorkeling".
Cette activité de randonnée subaquatique permet d'observer les fonds marins tout en nageant à la surface de l'eau. Le randonneur subaquatique doit ainsi pouvoir maintenir la tête sous l'eau tout en respirant.  This underwater activity allows you to observe the seabed while swimming on the surface of the water. The underwater hiker must be able to hold the head underwater while breathing.
Généralement, le randonneur subaquatique s'équipe d'un masque pour la vision, et d'un tuba pour la respiration. Le tuba est constitué d'un tube dont l'extrémité inférieure est munie d'une portion buccale qui vient se loger dans la bouche de l'utilisateur, et d'une extrémité supérieure permettant à la fois l'admission d'air frais et l'échappement d'air expiré.  Generally, the underwater hiker is equipped with a mask for vision, and a snorkel for breathing. The tuba consists of a tube whose lower end is provided with a mouth portion which is housed in the mouth of the user, and an upper end for both the admission of fresh air and Exhaled air exhaust.
Il est connu qu'un tel matériel présente de nombreux inconvénients. Tout d'abord, le fait de respirer par la bouche n'étant pas naturel, certaines personnes éprouvent des difficultés à respirer oralement à l'aide d'un tuba. Un autre inconvénient est qu'il n'est pas possible de parler sous l'eau lorsqu'on a un tuba dans la bouche.  It is known that such a material has many disadvantages. First of all, breathing by mouth is not natural, some people have difficulty breathing orally with a snorkel. Another disadvantage is that it is not possible to talk underwater when you have a snorkel in your mouth.
Aussi, l'utilisation de ce dispositif masque-tuba est peu confortable.  Also, the use of this mask-snorkel device is uncomfortable.
Pour remédier à cet inconvénient, le document FR 2 720 050 propose un masque de plongée permettant de respirer par le nez et par la bouche. To remedy this drawback, document FR 2 720 050 proposes a diving mask for breathing through the nose and mouth.
Un tel masque de plongée comporte :  Such a diving mask comprises:
un cadre muni d'une visière;  a frame with a visor;
une jupe souple comportant une cloison délimitant une chambre supérieure pour la vision d'une chambre inférieure pour la respiration, la cloison étant agencée pour être en appui au-dessus du nez de l'utilisateur de manière que la bouche et le nez de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre inférieure, pendant que les yeux de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre supérieure,  a flexible skirt having a partition defining an upper chamber for the vision of a lower chamber for breathing, the partition being arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and nose of the in the lower chamber, while the user's eyes are in the upper chamber,
un tube de respiration ayant une extrémité proximale pour la liaison du tube de respiration au cadre, et une extrémité distale opposée à l'extrémité proximale, le tube de respiration comportant au moins un canal relié fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure.  a breathing tube having a proximal end for binding the breathing tube to the frame, and a distal end opposite the proximal end, the breathing tube having at least one channel fluidly connected to the lower chamber.
Grâce à ce masque, l'utilisateur, qui a la bouche libre, a la possibilité de parler. Le document FR 2 720 050 prévoit en outre que la partie inférieure de la visière du masque a une paroi un peu plus fine alvéolée afin de remplir la fonction d'une membrane et permettre le passage de sons dans l'eau. Un tel agencement ne permet toutefois pas de pouvoir communiquer avec d'autres randonneurs subaquatiques distants de plusieurs mètres, ou bien avec une personne restée sur le rivage, tout en ayant la tête sous l'eau. Thanks to this mask, the user, who has the free mouth, has the opportunity to speak. The document FR 2 720 050 further provides that the lower part of the visor of the mask has a slightly finer honeycomb wall in order to fulfill the function of a membrane and allow the passage of sounds in the water. Such an arrangement does not, however, make it possible to communicate with other underwater hikers several meters away, or with a person staying on the shore, while having their heads underwater.
Objet et résumé de l'invention Object and summary of the invention
Un but de la présente invention est de proposer un masque de plongée du type précité, permettant de communiquer de manière confortable avec d'autres randonneurs subaquatiques éloignés.  An object of the present invention is to provide a diving mask of the aforementioned type, for communicating comfortably with other remote underwater hikers.
L'invention atteint son but par le fait que le masque comporte en outre un dispositif de télécommunication qui est monté au moins en partie au tube de respiration.  The invention achieves its object by the fact that the mask further comprises a telecommunication device which is mounted at least in part to the breathing tube.
Par tube de respiration, on entend notamment, mais pas exclusivement, un tuba ayant une extrémité distale ouverte. Le tube de respiration peut également être un tube relié à une source d'air comprimé.  By breathing tube is meant in particular, but not exclusively, a tuba having an open distal end. The breathing tube may also be a tube connected to a source of compressed air.
Le tube de respiration s'étend préférentiellement depuis une partie supérieure du cadre. Toutefois, selon une variante, ledit tube de respiration s'étend depuis une partie inférieure du cadre ou de la visière. Selon une autre variante, le masque de plongée selon l'invention comporte plusieurs tubes de respiration.  The breathing tube preferably extends from an upper part of the frame. However, according to one variant, said breathing tube extends from a lower part of the frame or the visor. According to another variant, the diving mask according to the invention comprises several breathing tubes.
Par dispositif de télécommunication, on entend un dispositif électronique qui permet d'émettre et/ou de recevoir un signal, tel qu'un signal radio ou bien des ultrasons.  By telecommunication device is meant an electronic device that makes it possible to transmit and / or receive a signal, such as a radio signal or ultrasound.
De manière avantageuse, le dispositif de télécommunication selon l'invention utilise une technologie de communication sans fil. De préférence, le dispositif de télécommunication utilise la technologie « Bluetooth® », connue par ailleurs, notamment dans le domaine de l'informatique.  Advantageously, the telecommunication device according to the invention uses a wireless communication technology. Preferably, the telecommunication device uses "Bluetooth®" technology, which is also known, particularly in the field of computing.
Les inventeurs ont constaté que cette technologie permet aux randonneurs subaquatiques de communiquer entre eux tout en étant éloignés de plusieurs dizaines de mètres.  The inventors have found that this technology allows underwater hikers to communicate with each other while being several tens of meters away.
Selon une variante, il s'agit d'une technologie ultrasons, qui permet de communiquer sous l'eau. Selon une autre variante, le dispositif de télécommunication met en œuvre à la fois la technologie « Bluetooth® » et la technologie ultrasons, et ce afin d'améliorer sensiblement la qualité d'écoute du masque lorsque l'utilisateur est complètement immergé.  According to one variant, it is an ultrasound technology that makes it possible to communicate underwater. According to another variant, the telecommunication device implements both the "Bluetooth®" technology and the ultrasound technology, in order to substantially improve the listening quality of the mask when the user is completely immersed.
Encore de préférence, le dispositif de télécommunication est agencé pour permettre de communiquer avec plusieurs utilisateurs en même temps.  Still preferably, the telecommunication device is arranged to allow communication with several users at the same time.
Un intérêt de l'invention est que les randonneurs subaquatiques, munis de masques selon l'invention, peuvent communiquer entre eux à distance, ce qui a pour effet de créer des moments de plaisir et de partages pendant la randonnée palmée. An advantage of the invention is that underwater hikers, provided with masks according to the invention, can communicate with each other remotely, which has the effect of creating moments of pleasure and sharing during the webbed hike.
Un autre intérêt de l'invention est qu'elle permet de pratiquer la randonnée subaquatique avec un enfant de manière sécurisée, l'enfant restant en communication permanente avec l'adulte, quelle que soit sa localisation dans l'eau.  Another advantage of the invention is that it makes it possible to practice underwater hiking with a child in a secure manner, the child remaining in permanent communication with the adult, regardless of its location in the water.
L'invention trouve également une application avantageuse dans le coaching de randonneurs subaquatiques, l'instructeur pouvant aisément donner des consignes à un groupe de randonneurs.  The invention also finds an advantageous application in the coaching of underwater hikers, the instructor can easily give instructions to a group of hikers.
Enfin, le randonneur équipé du masque de plongée selon l'invention peut également rester en contact et communiquer avec une personne restée sur le rivage ou sur un bateau.  Finally, the hiker equipped with the diving mask according to the invention can also keep in touch and communicate with a person who has remained on the shore or on a boat.
Selon l'invention, le dispositif de télécommunication est monté au moins en partie au tube de respiration.  According to the invention, the telecommunication device is mounted at least in part to the breathing tube.
Par « monté », on entend que le dispositif de télécommunication est fixé au moins en partie au tube de respiration, de manière détachable ou pas. By "mounted" is meant that the telecommunication device is fixed at least partly to the breathing tube, detachably or not.
Cela inclut notamment le cas, non limitatif, dans lequel le dispositif de télécommunication est logé dans le tube de respiration lors de la fabrication dudit tube. Cela inclut notamment le cas, non limitatif, dans lequel une section du dispositif de télécommunication appartient au tube de respiration, pendant qu'une autre section du dispositif de télécommunication appartient au cadre ou à la visière du masque. This includes in particular the nonlimiting case in which the telecommunication device is housed in the breathing tube during the manufacture of said tube. This includes in particular the nonlimiting case in which a section of the telecommunication device belongs to the breathing tube, while another section of the telecommunication device belongs to the frame or the visor of the mask.
Cette disposition est avantageuse car elle évite d'encombrer la zone du masque située devant la bouche de l'utilisateur.  This arrangement is advantageous because it avoids cluttering the mask area in front of the mouth of the user.
Encore un autre intérêt est que le dispositif de télécommunication est disposé à proximité de la surface de l'eau, ce qui permet de faciliter la transmission et la réception du signal radio.  Yet another advantage is that the telecommunication device is disposed near the surface of the water, which facilitates the transmission and reception of the radio signal.
Un autre avantage de l'invention est que le dispositif de télécommunication capte les sons émis par l'utilisateur au travers du tube de respiration, à la suite de quoi il ne s'avère pas nécessaire de placer un microphone à proximité de la bouche de l'utilisateur.  Another advantage of the invention is that the telecommunication device picks up the sounds emitted by the user through the breathing tube, whereupon it is not necessary to place a microphone near the mouth of the user. the user.
Avantageusement, au moins une partie, la première partie, du dispositif de télécommunication est disposée à l'extrémité proximale du tube de respiration.  Advantageously, at least a part, the first part, of the telecommunication device is disposed at the proximal end of the breathing tube.
Par extrémité proximale, on entend celle des deux extrémités du tube de respiration qui est la plus proche du cadre du masque. Un intérêt de cet agencement est de pouvoir placer certains composants électroniques au plus près de l'utilisateur, afin que le centre de gravité du masque ne soit pas déporté vers l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration. By proximal end is meant that of the two ends of the breathing tube which is closest to the frame of the mask. An advantage of this arrangement is to be able to place certain electronic components closer to the user, so that the center of gravity of the mask is not offset to the distal end of the breathing tube.
Un autre intérêt est de pouvoir placer certains composants, comme par exemple un microphone, au plus près de l'utilisateur.  Another advantage is to be able to place some components, such as a microphone, closer to the user.
Selon un exemple de réalisation, le dispositif de télécommunication est logé dans un boîtier qui est monté avec le tube de respiration, par exemple par clipsage, ou tout autre moyen de fixation détachable.  According to an exemplary embodiment, the telecommunication device is housed in a housing which is mounted with the breathing tube, for example by clipping, or any other detachable fastening means.
De façon préférentielle, la première partie comporte un microphone et/ou un haut-parleur.  Preferably, the first part comprises a microphone and / or a loudspeaker.
Grâce à la disposition proximale du microphone, ce dernier capte plus facilement les ondes sonores qui proviennent de la bouche de l'utilisateur et qui se déplacent dans le tube de respiration.  Thanks to the proximal arrangement of the microphone, it more easily captures sound waves that come from the mouth of the user and move in the breathing tube.
Pour améliorer la qualité de l'information sonore captée par le microphone, la première partie comporte un microphone qui débouche dans le canal.  To improve the quality of the sound information picked up by the microphone, the first part includes a microphone that opens into the channel.
Par ailleurs, une disposition proximale du haut-parleur permet d'assurer un confort d'écoute.  In addition, a proximal arrangement of the loudspeaker makes it possible to ensure listening comfort.
Avantageusement, au moins une partie, la deuxième partie, du dispositif de télécommunication est disposée à l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration.  Advantageously, at least a part, the second part, of the telecommunication device is disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube.
Par extrémité distale, on entend l'extrémité du tube de respiration qui est opposée à l'extrémité proximale. Il s'agit donc de l'extrémité du tube de respiration qui est distante du cadre et qui est généralement émergée lorsque le tube de respiration est un tuba.  By distal end is meant the end of the breathing tube which is opposite to the proximal end. It is therefore the end of the breathing tube which is distant from the frame and which is generally emerged when the breathing tube is a tuba.
De préférence, la deuxième partie comporte une antenne.  Preferably, the second part comprises an antenna.
Comme l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration est le plus souvent émergée, il en est de même de l'antenne, ce qui favorise la transmission et la réception des signaux radio.  As the distal end of the breathing tube is most often emerged, so is the antenna, which promotes the transmission and reception of radio signals.
De préférence, mais non exclusivement, la deuxième partie comporte en outre des modules émetteurs et/ou récepteurs pour émettre et/ou recevoir les signaux radios.  Preferably, but not exclusively, the second part further comprises transmitting and / or receiving modules for transmitting and / or receiving the radio signals.
Avantageusement, au moins une partie, la troisième partie, du dispositif de télécommunication est montée au cadre.  Advantageously, at least a part, the third part, of the telecommunication device is mounted to the frame.
La troisième partie peut également être montée à la visière. Selon un mode de réalisation préférentiel, la troisième partie est intégrée au cadre ou à la visière, et est reliée électriquement à la première partie et/ou à la deuxième partie du dispositif de télécommunication. Encore de préférence, lorsque la troisième partie est présente, le tube de respiration forme une seule et même pièce avec le cadre ou la visière. The third part can also be mounted to the visor. According to a preferred embodiment, the third part is integrated in the frame or the visor, and is electrically connected to the first part and / or the second part of the telecommunication device. Still preferably, when the third portion is present, the breathing tube forms a single piece with the frame or the visor.
De préférence, la troisième partie comprend au moins un bouton de commande du dispositif de télécommunication. Le bouton peut être un bouton marche/arrêt, ou bien un bouton pour le réglage du volume sonore. La troisième partie comprend de préférences plusieurs boutons, et des organes de commande associés auxdits boutons afin de commander le dispositif de télécommunication.  Preferably, the third part comprises at least one control button of the telecommunication device. The button can be an on / off button, or a button for adjusting the sound volume. The third part preferably includes several buttons, and control members associated with said buttons for controlling the telecommunication device.
Dans un exemple de réalisation, la troisième partie comporte au moins un haut-parleur qui peut être intégré au cadre ou à la visière. Toutefois, de façon préférentielle, le haut-parleur est relié au cadre par un bras de liaison, et ce afin de pouvoir placer le haut-parleur au plus près de l'une des oreilles de l'utilisateur. Selon une variante, il est prévu un second haut-parleur, de préférence relié au cadre par un autre bras de liaison de sorte que le second haut-parleur est disposé à proximité de l'autre oreille de l'utilisateur.  In an exemplary embodiment, the third part comprises at least one loudspeaker that can be integrated into the frame or the visor. However, preferably, the speaker is connected to the frame by a connecting arm, and this in order to place the speaker closer to one of the ears of the user. Alternatively, there is provided a second speaker, preferably connected to the frame by another link arm so that the second speaker is disposed near the other ear of the user.
Selon un autre exemple de réalisation, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte au moins un haut-parleur déporté par rapport au corps du tube de respiration de façon à être placé à proximité d'au moins l'une des oreilles de l'utilisateur.  According to another embodiment, the telecommunication device comprises at least one speaker remote from the body of the breathing tube so as to be placed near at least one of the ears of the user.
Selon une autre variante, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte un - de préférence deux - haut-parleur déporté constitué d'un écouteur intra- auriculaire relié au tube de respiration par un câble souple qui est de préférence, mais non exclusivement, détachable du tube de respiration.  According to another variant, the telecommunication device comprises a - preferably two - remote speaker consisting of an ear-canal earphone connected to the breathing tube by a flexible cable which is preferably, but not exclusively, detachable from the breathing tube. breathing.
Selon un premier mode de réalisation de l'invention, le tube de respiration forme une seule et même pièce avec le cadre. Dans ce premier mode de réalisation, le tube de respiration n'est pas détachable du cadre ou de la visière. Le cas échéant, il permet de faire passer aisément des câbles afin de relier la première ou deuxième partie du dispositif de télécommunication monté au tube de respiration avec la troisième partie du dispositif de télécommunication monté au cadre ou à la visière.  According to a first embodiment of the invention, the breathing tube forms a single piece with the frame. In this first embodiment, the breathing tube is not detachable from the frame or the visor. If necessary, it makes it easy to pass cables to connect the first or second part of the telecommunications device mounted to the breathing tube with the third part of the telecommunications device mounted to the frame or the visor.
Dans ce premier mode de réalisation, le tube de respiration s'étend préférentiellement, mais pas exclusivement, depuis une partie supérieure du cadre, et le dispositif de télécommunication comporte une antenne disposée en partie inférieure du cadre. Encore de préférence, cette antenne disposée en partie inférieure du cadre est une antenne ultrasons configurée pour émettre et/ou recevoir des ultrasons. Comme la partie inférieure du cadre est le plus souvent immergée, l'antenne ultrasons est également immergée, ce qui assure l'émission et la réception des ultrasons par le dispositif de télécommunication. In this first embodiment, the breathing tube preferably extends, but not exclusively, from an upper part of the frame, and the telecommunication device comprises an antenna disposed in the lower part of the frame. Still preferably, this antenna disposed in lower part of the frame is an ultrasonic antenna configured to transmit and / or receive ultrasound. As the lower part of the frame is most often immersed, the ultrasonic antenna is also immersed, which ensures the emission and reception of ultrasound by the telecommunication device.
Selon un deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention, le tube de respiration est détachable du cadre, et dans lequel le tube de respiration comporte le dispositif de télécommunication.  According to a second embodiment of the invention, the breathing tube is detachable from the frame, and wherein the breathing tube comprises the telecommunication device.
Dans ce deuxième mode de réalisation tout le dispositif de télécommunication est préférentiel lement intégré dans le tube de respiration.  In this second embodiment, the entire telecommunication device is preferably integrated in the breathing tube.
Un intérêt est de réduire l'encombrement du masque lorsqu'il n'est pas utilisé. Un autre intérêt est de pouvoir changer facilement le dispositif de télécommunication, par exemple en cas de panne ou bien lors d'une évolution technologique, sans avoir à changer de masque de plongée. Encore un autre intérêt, est de pouvoir changer de taille de masque, tout en conservant son tube de respiration muni du dispositif de télécommunication.  An interest is to reduce the bulk of the mask when not in use. Another advantage is to be able to easily change the telecommunication device, for example in case of failure or during a technological change, without having to change the mask. Yet another interest is to be able to change the size of the mask, while maintaining its breathing tube equipped with the telecommunication device.
De préférence, l'antenne est disposée à l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration.  Preferably, the antenna is disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube.
Selon un troisième mode de réalisation de l'invention, ledit masque de plongée comporte en outre un raccord amovible agencé pour être monté au tube de respiration et au cadre, de sorte que le raccord amovible, lorsqu'il est monté au tube de respiration et au cadre, forme une connexion fluidique au moins entre la chambre inférieure et le canal du tube de respiration, le raccord amovible étant désolidarisable du cadre et du tube de respiration, et dans lequel le raccord amovible comporte le dispositif de télécommunication.  According to a third embodiment of the invention, said dive mask further comprises a removable connector arranged to be mounted to the breathing tube and to the frame, so that the removable connector, when mounted to the breathing tube and to the frame, forms a fluid connection at least between the lower chamber and the channel of the breathing tube, the removable connection being detachable from the frame and the breathing tube, and wherein the removable connection comprises the telecommunication device.
Ce raccord amovible constitue ainsi une pièce intermédiaire venant s'insérer entre le cadre du masque et le tube de respiration. On comprend que lorsque le raccord amovible est monté au tube de respiration, le dispositif de télécommunication est également monté au tube de respiration, conformément à l'invention.  This removable connection thus constitutes an intermediate piece that fits between the frame of the mask and the breathing tube. It is understood that when the removable connector is mounted to the breathing tube, the telecommunication device is also mounted to the breathing tube, according to the invention.
Le raccord amovible assure ainsi le passage de l'air entre au moins la chambre inférieure et le tube de respiration.  The removable connection ensures the passage of air between at least the lower chamber and the breathing tube.
De façon avantageuse, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte un haut-parleur logé dans le raccord amovible.  Advantageously, the telecommunication device comprises a loudspeaker housed in the removable connection.
Toutefois, selon une variante préférentielle, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte au moins un haut-parleur déporté qui est agencé pour être disposé en regard de l'une des oreilles de l'utilisateur. Un intérêt est d'améliorer la qualité d'écoute en disposant le haut-parleur au plus près de l'oreille de l'utilisateur. Pour améliorer le maintien du haut-parleur, le cadre comporte un élément de fixation pour tenir le haut-parleur déporté. However, according to a preferred embodiment, the telecommunication device comprises at least one remote speaker which is arranged to be arranged facing one of the ears of the user. An interest is to improve the quality of listening by placing the speaker as close to the user's ear. To improve the maintenance of the loudspeaker, the frame includes a fastener for holding the remote speaker.
Selon une autre variante, le raccord amovible comporte un bras de liaison portant le haut-parleur déporté, le bras de liaison s'étendant selon un côté latéral du masque de plongée. De préférence, le bras de liaison présente la même courbure que le côté latéral du masque et borde le cadre afin de ne pas opposer de résistance hydrodynamique.  According to another variant, the removable connection comprises a connecting arm carrying the remote speaker, the connecting arm extending along a lateral side of the diving mask. Preferably, the connecting arm has the same curvature as the lateral side of the mask and borders the frame so as not to oppose hydrodynamic resistance.
Selon une autre variante, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte un - de préférence deux - haut-parleur déporté constitué d'un écouteur intra- auriculaire relié au raccord amovible par un câble souple qui est de préférence, mais non exclusivement, détachable du raccord amovible.  According to another variant, the telecommunication device comprises a - preferably two - remote speaker consisting of an ear-canal earphone connected to the removable connector by a flexible cable which is preferably, but not exclusively, detachable from the removable connector.
De façon avantageuse, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte une antenne qui est disposée dans un élément de jonction configuré pour s'étendre le long du tube de respiration, ledit élément de jonction ayant une extrémité agencée pour être fixée à l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration.  Advantageously, the telecommunication device comprises an antenna which is disposed in a junction element configured to extend along the breathing tube, said junction element having an end arranged to be attached to the distal end of the breathing tube. breathing.
L'élément de jonction comporte un fil de liaison électrique reliant l'antenne aux autres composants électroniques du dispositif de télécommunication disposés dans le raccord amovible.  The connecting element comprises an electrical connection wire connecting the antenna to the other electronic components of the telecommunication device arranged in the removable connection.
Avantageusement, le tube de respiration comporte un organe de fixation, tandis que le cadre comporte un dispositif de fixation agencé pour pouvoir être fixé de manière désolidarisable à l'organe de fixation du tube de respiration afin de pouvoir former une liaison étanche entre le tube de respiration et le cadre, et dans lequel le raccord amovible comporte une première partie de fixation agencée pour être fixée de manière désolidarisable avec l'organe de fixation du tube de respiration, et une seconde partie de fixation agencée pour pouvoir être fixée de manière désolidarisable avec le dispositif de fixation du cadre, de façon à pouvoir former une première liaison étanche entre le tube de respiration et le raccord amovible, et une deuxième liaison étanche entre le cadre et le raccord amovible.  Advantageously, the breathing tube comprises a fixing member, while the frame comprises a fixing device arranged to be releasably fixed to the fixing member of the breathing tube so as to form a tight connection between the tube of breathing and the frame, and wherein the removable connection comprises a first fixing portion arranged to be releasably attached to the fixing member of the breathing tube, and a second fixing portion arranged to be releasably fixed with the frame fixing device, so as to form a first sealed connection between the breathing tube and the removable connector, and a second sealed connection between the frame and the removable coupling.
On comprend donc que le tube de respiration peut être connecté directement au cadre du masque de plongée lorsque le raccord amovible est détaché, grâce à quoi le masque de plongée selon l'invention peut également être utilisé sans le dispositif de télécommunication.  It is therefore understood that the breathing tube can be connected directly to the frame of the diving mask when the removable connector is detached, whereby the diving mask according to the invention can also be used without the telecommunication device.
Selon un mode de réalisation préférentiel du masque de plongée, la cloison comporte au moins un passage pour autoriser une circulation d'air inspiré dirigée de la chambre supérieure vers la chambre inférieure lors d'une phase d'inspiration de l'utilisateur, et dans lequel le tube de respiration a un canal d'admission d'air inspiré et au moins un premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré, de sorte que lorsque ledit tube de respiration est connecté fluidiquement avec le cadre, le canal d'admission d'air inspiré est relié fluidiquement avec la chambre supérieure, tandis que le premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré est relié fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure. According to a preferred embodiment of the diving mask, the partition has at least one passage to allow an inspired air flow directed from the upper chamber to the lower chamber during a phase of inspiration of the user, and in which the breathing tube has a inspired air intake channel and at least a first exhaled air outlet channel, so that when said breathing tube is fluidly connected with the frame, the inspired air intake channel is fluidly connected with the upper chamber, while the first exhaled air outlet channel is fluidly connected with the lower chamber.
Un tel agencement permet d'évacuer l'humidité hors de la chambre supérieure, grâce à quoi on évite avantageusement l'apparition de buée sur la paroi intérieure de la visière.  Such an arrangement allows to evacuate moisture out of the upper chamber, whereby it is advantageously avoided the appearance of steam on the inner wall of the visor.
Selon une variante du troisième mode de réalisation, le raccord amovible comporte un conduit d'admission d'air inspiré et au moins un premier conduit d'échappement d'air expiré, et, lorsque le raccord amovible, le tube de respiration et le cadre sont montés ensemble, le conduit d'admission d'air inspiré du raccord amovible relie fluidiquement le canal d'admission d'air inspiré du tube de respiration à la chambre supérieure, tandis que le premier conduit d'échappement d'air expiré du raccord amovible relie fluidiquement la chambre inférieure au premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré.  According to a variant of the third embodiment, the removable coupling comprises an inspired air intake duct and at least a first expired air exhaust duct, and, when the removable coupling, the breathing tube and the frame are mounted together, the air intake duct inspired by the removable connector fluidly connects the air intake channel inspired from the breathing tube to the upper chamber, while the first exhaust air duct exhaled from the fitting detachably connects the lower chamber to the first exhaled air outlet channel.
L'invention porte en outre sur un raccord amovible d'un masque de plongée selon l'invention, ledit raccord comportant au moins un conduit, dans lequel, lorsque le raccord amovible est fixé au masque de plongée, le conduit relie fluidiquement le tube de respiration à la chambre inférieure, et le raccord amovible comporte un dispositif de télécommunication.  The invention furthermore relates to a detachable coupling of a diving mask according to the invention, said coupling comprising at least one duct, in which, when the removable coupling is attached to the diving mask, the duct fluidically connects the tube of breathing in the lower chamber, and the removable connector comprises a telecommunication device.
Le raccord amovible est avantageusement celui du troisième mode de réalisation du masque de plongée.  The removable coupling is advantageously that of the third embodiment of the diving mask.
L'invention porte enfin sur un tube de respiration amovible d'un masque de plongée selon le deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention, le tube de respiration comportant une partie de fixation pour sa fixation amovible au cadre du masque, et un dispositif de télécommunication.  Finally, the invention relates to a removable breathing tube of a diving mask according to the second embodiment of the invention, the breathing tube comprising a fixing part for its removable attachment to the frame of the mask, and a device for telecommunication.
Le dispositif de télécommunication du raccord amovible et du tube de respiration amovible comporte les caractéristiques techniques définies plus haut.  The telecommunication device of the removable connection and the removable breathing tube has the technical characteristics defined above.
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L'invention sera mieux comprise à la lecture de la description qui suit de modes de réalisation de l'invention donnés à titre d'exemples non limitatifs, en référence aux dessins annexés, sur lesquels :  The invention will be better understood on reading the following description of embodiments of the invention given as non-limiting examples, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:
- la figure 1 est une vue en perspective d'un masque de plongée selon le premier mode de réalisation de l'invention, dans lequel le tube de respiration est un tuba qui s'étend depuis la partie inférieure du cadre ; FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a diving mask according to the first embodiment of the invention, in which the tube of breathing is a snorkel that extends from the lower part of the frame;
les figures 2A et 2B illustrent une variante du masque de la figure 1, le tuba s'étendant depuis la partie supérieure du cadre ; Figures 2A and 2B illustrate a variant of the mask of Figure 1, the snorkel extending from the top of the frame;
la figure 3 montre une variante du masque de la figure 2A, dans lequel le haut-parleur et des boutons de commande sont déportés sur un bord latéral du masque ; FIG. 3 shows a variant of the mask of FIG. 2A, in which the loudspeaker and control buttons are offset on a lateral edge of the mask;
les figures 4A et 4B illustrent une variante du premier mode de réalisation dans lequel le masque comporte une antenne ultrasons disposés en partie inférieure du cadre ; FIGS. 4A and 4B illustrate a variant of the first embodiment in which the mask comprises an ultrasonic antenna arranged in the lower part of the frame;
la figure 5 illustre un masque de plongée selon un deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention ; FIG. 5 illustrates a diving mask according to a second embodiment of the invention;
les figures 6A à 6C illustrent un tube de respiration selon l'invention intégrant un dispositif de télécommunication pour le masque de plongée de la figure 5 ; FIGS. 6A to 6C illustrate a breathing tube according to the invention integrating a telecommunication device for the diving mask of FIG. 5;
la figure 7 est une variante du tube de respiration amovible de la figure 6B ; Figure 7 is a variant of the removable breathing tube of Figure 6B;
la figure 8 est une vue en perspective d'un masque de plongée selon le troisième mode de réalisation l'invention ; Figure 8 is a perspective view of a diving mask according to the third embodiment of the invention;
la figure 9 est une vue éclatée du masque de plongée de la figureFIG. 9 is an exploded view of the diving mask of FIG.
8; 8;
la figure 10 est une vue de dos de la jupe souple du masque de la figure 8 ; Figure 10 is a rear view of the flexible skirt of the mask of Figure 8;
la figure 11 est une vue de dessus de la jupe souple de la figure 10; Figure 11 is a top view of the flexible skirt of Figure 10;
la figure 12 est une vue de face de la jupe souple de la figure 11 assemblée avec le cadre ; Figure 12 is a front view of the flexible skirt of Figure 11 assembled with the frame;
la figure 13 représente le tube de respiration du masque de la figure 8, vu depuis son extrémité inférieure ; Figure 13 shows the breathing tube of the mask of Figure 8, seen from its lower end;
la figure 14 est une vue de dessus de la jupe souple assemblée avec le cadre ; Figure 14 is a top view of the flexible skirt assembled with the frame;
la figure 15 est une vue de détail de la connexion du manchon sommital de la jupe souple de la figure 11 avec le raccord sommital du cadre ; Figure 15 is a detail view of the connection of the top sleeve of the flexible skirt of Figure 11 with the top fitting of the frame;
la figure 16 est une vue de dos du masque de la figure 8, sans la sangle de fixation ; - les figures 17A et 17B sont des vues de détail de la connexion du premier manchon de la jupe souple avec le premier raccord latéral du cadre ; Figure 16 is a rear view of the mask of Figure 8, without the strap attachment; FIGS. 17A and 17B are detailed views of the connection of the first sleeve of the flexible skirt with the first lateral connection of the frame;
- la figure 18 est une vue éclatée de la partie supérieure du tube de respiration du masque de la figure 8 ;  FIG. 18 is an exploded view of the upper part of the breathing tube of the mask of FIG. 8;
- la figure 19 illustre le circuit d'entrée d'air dans le tube de respiration ;  - Figure 19 illustrates the air inlet circuit in the breathing tube;
- la figure 20 montre la situation dans laquelle le flotteur obture l'entrée du tube de respiration lorsque ce dernier est immergé dans l'eau ;  - Figure 20 shows the situation in which the float closes the inlet of the breathing tube when the latter is immersed in water;
- la figure 21 est une vue de dos du masque de la figure 8, avec la sangle de fixation ;  FIG. 21 is a rear view of the mask of FIG. 8, with the fastening strap;
- les figures 22A et 22B illustrent le dispositif de télécommunication et le raccord amovible du masque de plongée de la figure 8 ; - la figure 23 illustre une variante du raccord amovible de la figure 8 ; FIGS. 22A and 22B illustrate the telecommunication device and the removable coupling of the diving mask of FIG. 8; - Figure 23 illustrates a variant of the removable connector of Figure 8;
- les figures 24A et 24B illustrent une autre variante du raccord amovible de la figure 8 ; - Figures 24A and 24B illustrate another variant of the removable connector of Figure 8;
- les figures 25A et 25B illustrent une variante du raccord amovible de la figure 24A ; et  FIGS. 25A and 25B illustrate a variant of the removable connector of FIG. 24A; and
- les figures 26 et 27 représentent un boîtier pour microphone configuré être monté sur un tube de respiration tel que celui représenté aux figures 6A à 6C.  FIGS. 26 and 27 show a microphone box configured to be mounted on a breathing tube such as that shown in FIGS. 6A to 6C.
Description détaillée de l'invention Detailed description of the invention
De façon préliminaire, on précise que, par visière, on entend l'écran facial au travers duquel l'utilisateur peut voir les objets extérieurs au masque. Par cadre, on entend la partie périphérique du masque de plongée qui porte l'écran facial précité, la jupe souple étant préférentiellement fixée au cadre.  In a preliminary way, it is specified that, by visor, we mean the faceshield through which the user can see the objects outside the mask. By frame means the peripheral portion of the diving mask which carries the aforementioned facial screen, the flexible skirt being preferentially attached to the frame.
Selon l'invention, le cadre peut former une seule pièce avec la visière, auquel cas le cadre est constitué par la portion périphérique de la visière. Dans ce dernier cas, la jupe souple est préférentiellement fixée au cadre constitué par la portion périphérique de la visière. Le cadre peut également être en plusieurs parties, par exemple une première partie formant une seule pièce avec la visière et une seconde partie fixée autour de la première partie. Dans ce dernier cas, la jupe souple peut être fixée à la première partie du cadre. Sur la figure 1 on a illustré un exemple d'un masque de plongée 10 conforme à un premier mode de réalisation de l'invention. Ce masque de plongée 10 comporte un cadre 12 muni d'une visière 18, et une jupe souple 40 solidaire du cadre. La jupe souple comporte une cloison 46 qui délimite une chambre supérieure 50 pour la vision une chambre inférieure 52 pour la respiration. La cloison 46 est agencée pour être en appui au-dessus du nez de l'utilisateur de manière que la bouche et le nez de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre inférieure 52, pendant que les yeux de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre supérieure 50. According to the invention, the frame can form a single piece with the visor, in which case the frame is constituted by the peripheral portion of the visor. In the latter case, the flexible skirt is preferably fixed to the frame constituted by the peripheral portion of the visor. The frame may also be in several parts, for example a first part forming a single piece with the visor and a second part fixed around the first part. In the latter case, the flexible skirt can be attached to the first part of the frame. In Figure 1 there is illustrated an example of a diving mask 10 according to a first embodiment of the invention. This dive mask 10 comprises a frame 12 provided with a visor 18, and a flexible skirt 40 integral with the frame. The flexible skirt has a partition 46 which defines an upper chamber 50 for viewing a lower chamber 52 for breathing. The partition 46 is arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber 52, while the eyes of the user are in the superior room 50.
Le masque de plongée 10 comporte en outre un tube de respiration The diving mask 10 further comprises a breathing tube
20 qui comprend une extrémité proximale 20a pour la liaison du tube de respiration 20 au cadre 12, et une extrémité distale 20b qui est opposée à l'extrémité proximale 20a. Which comprises a proximal end 20a for the connection of the breathing tube 20 to the frame 12, and a distal end 20b which is opposite to the proximal end 20a.
Dans l'exemple de la figure 1, l'extrémité proximale 20a du tube de respiration 20 s'étend depuis une partie inférieure 10a du masque de plongée 10. L'extrémité proximale 20a du tube de respiration 20, dans cet exemple, traverse la partie inférieure du cadre pour déboucher dans la chambre inférieure 52. Sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, l'extrémité proximale du tube de respiration, pourrait traverser la partie inférieure de la visière qui est en regard de la chambre inférieure 52.  In the example of FIG. 1, the proximal end 20a of the breathing tube 20 extends from a lower portion 10a of the diving mask 10. The proximal end 20a of the breathing tube 20, in this example, passes through the lower part of the frame to open into the lower chamber 52. Without departing from the scope of the present invention, the proximal end of the breathing tube could pass through the lower part of the visor which is opposite the lower chamber 52.
Comme on le constate sur la figure 1, le tube de respiration 20 s'étend depuis son extrémité proximale en longeant l'un des bords latéraux du cadre 12 jusqu'à une portion supérieure 14 du cadre, pour ensuite s'étendre dans une direction opposée à celle de la chambre inférieure 52.  As can be seen in FIG. 1, the breathing tube 20 extends from its proximal end along one of the lateral edges of the frame 12 to an upper portion 14 of the frame, and then extends in one direction opposite to that of the lower chamber 52.
L'extrémité distale 20b du tube de respiration 20 est munie d'orifices pour permettre l'entrée d'air dans le tube de respiration. Le tube de respiration 20 comporte au moins un canal 21 qui est relié fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure 52 et avec les orifices 23 de l'extrémité distale 20b du tube de respiration 20. Dans cet exemple, le tube de respiration est un tuba.  The distal end 20b of the breathing tube 20 is provided with orifices to allow air to enter the breathing tube. The breathing tube 20 comprises at least one channel 21 which is fluidly connected with the lower chamber 52 and with the orifices 23 of the distal end 20b of the breathing tube 20. In this example, the breathing tube is a tuba.
Conformément à l'invention, le masque de plongée 10 comporte en outre un dispositif de télécommunication 500 qui est monté au tube de respiration 20. Le dispositif de télécommunication 500 comporte une première partie 502 qui est disposée à l'extrémité proximale 20a du tube de respiration 20. Dans cet exemple, la première partie 502 comporte un microphone 504 qui débouche dans le canal 21. Sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, le microphone pourrait également déboucher dans la chambre inférieure 52. La deuxième partie 506 du dispositif de télécommunication est disposée à l'extrémité distale 20b du tube de respiration 20. Dans cet exemple, la deuxième partie 506 comporte une antenne 517. According to the invention, the diving mask 10 further comprises a telecommunication device 500 which is mounted to the breathing tube 20. The telecommunication device 500 comprises a first portion 502 which is disposed at the proximal end 20a of the breathing tube. In this example, the first part 502 includes a microphone 504 which opens into the channel 21. Without departing from the scope of the present invention, the microphone could also open into the lower chamber 52. The second portion 506 of the telecommunication device is disposed at the distal end 20b of the breathing tube 20. In this example, the second portion 506 includes an antenna 517.
Le dispositif de télécommunication 500 comporte en outre une troisième partie 510, montée au cadre, qui comprend un bouton de commande 512, permettant de commander le dispositif de télécommunication. La troisième partie 510 comporte en outre un organe de commande intégré dans le cadre 12.  The telecommunication device 500 further comprises a third frame-mounted portion 510, which includes a control button 512, for controlling the telecommunication device. The third portion 510 further includes a control member integrated in the frame 12.
Pour la restitution du son, la troisième partie du dispositif de télécommunication comporte en outre un haut-parleur 514 qui est intégré dans le cadre.  For sound reproduction, the third part of the telecommunication device further comprises a loudspeaker 514 which is integrated in the frame.
Sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, le haut-parleur peut être disposé à un autre endroit, et par exemple être déporté du cadre tout en étant relié par un bras de liaison.  Without departing from the scope of the present invention, the loudspeaker may be disposed at another location, and for example be offset from the frame while being connected by a connecting arm.
Dans l'exemple de la figure 1, on constate que le tube de respiration 20 forme une seule et même pièce avec le cadre 12, les organes de liaison électriques, notamment les fils, qui relient les première, deuxième et troisième parties du dispositif de télécommunication sont intégrées dans le masque sans toutefois avoir été représentées sur le dessin de la figure 1.  In the example of FIG. 1, it can be seen that the breathing tube 20 forms a single piece with the frame 12, the electrical connecting members, in particular the wires, which connect the first, second and third parts of the device. telecommunication are integrated in the mask without being shown in the drawing of Figure 1.
Sur les figures 2A et 2B, on a illustré un masque de plongée 10', qui est une variante du masque de plongée 10 selon le premier mode de réalisation. Le masque de plongée 10' diffère de celui de la figure 1 par le fait que le tube de respiration 20' est relié à une partie supérieure 12a' du cadre 12' du masque de plongée 10'.  In Figures 2A and 2B, there is illustrated a diving mask 10 ', which is a variant of the diving mask 10 according to the first embodiment. The diving mask 10 'differs from that of FIG. 1 in that the breathing tube 20' is connected to an upper part 12a 'of the frame 12' of the diving mask 10 '.
Là encore, le tube de respiration 20' forme une seule et même pièce avec le cadre 12'. Le masque de plongée 10' comprend également un dispositif de télécommunication 500' qui comporte une première partie 502' disposée à l'extrémité proximale 20a' du tube de respiration 20'. Dans cet exemple, la première partie 502' comporte un microphone 504', des boutons de commande 512' sont disposés sur une face supérieure du tube de respiration 20', comme on le voit sur la figure 2A.  Again, the breathing tube 20 'forms a single piece with the frame 12'. The diving mask 10 'also includes a telecommunication device 500' which has a first portion 502 'disposed at the proximal end 20a' of the breathing tube 20 '. In this example, the first portion 502 'includes a microphone 504', control buttons 512 'are disposed on an upper face of the breathing tube 20', as seen in Figure 2A.
La première partie 502' comporte en outre un haut-parleur 514' qui est disposé sur une face inférieure du tube de respiration 20', en partie proximale.  The first part 502 'further comprises a loudspeaker 514' which is disposed on a lower face of the breathing tube 20 ', partly proximal.
Le dispositif de télécommunication 500' comporte en outre une deuxième partie 506' disposée à l'extrémité distale 20b' du tube de respiration 20' qui comporte une antenne 517'. Sur la figure 3, on a illustré une variante 10" du masque de plongée selon le premier mode de réalisation. Le masque 10" illustré en figure 3, diffère du masque 10' des figures 2A et 2B par le fait que le haut-parleur 514" et les boutons de commande 512" sont montés au cadre 12". La première partie 502" comporte quant à elle le microphone 504" tandis que l'extrémité distale 20b" du tube de respiration 20" comporte la deuxième partie 506" du dispositif de télécommunication, qui comprend l'antenne 517". The telecommunication device 500 'further includes a second portion 506' disposed at the distal end 20b 'of the breathing tube 20' which includes an antenna 517 '. FIG. 3 illustrates a variant 10 "of the dive mask according to the first embodiment, the mask 10" illustrated in FIG. 3 differs from the mask 10 'of FIGS. 2A and 2B in that the loudspeaker 514 "and the control buttons 512" are mounted to the frame 12 "The first portion 502" has the microphone 504 "while the distal end 20b" of the breathing tube 20 "has the second portion 506" of the telecommunication device, which includes the antenna 517 ".
Sur les figures 4A et 4B, on a illustré un masque de plongée 10"' selon une variante du premier mode de réalisation de l'invention. Dans cette variante, le masque de plongée 10"' comporte également un tube de respiration 20"' ayant une extrémité proximale 20a'" à laquelle est disposée la première partie 502"' du dispositif de télécommunication 500"', la première partie 502"' du dispositif de télécommunication comporte un microphone 504"'. La variante des figures 4A et 4B diffère essentiellement de celle de la figure 3 par le fait que l'antenne 517"' n'est pas disposée à l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration mais en partie inférieure du cadre 12"'. Dans la variante des figures 4A et 4B, l'antenne 517"' est une antenne ultrasons configurée pour émettre et recevoir des ultrasons. L'antenne 517"' est par ailleurs reliée à un dispositif électronique disposé dans le masque qui est adapté pour transformer le signal émanant du microphone 504"' en signal ultrasons. De préférence, le dispositif électronique est également adapté pour transformer un signal ultrasons reçu par l'antenne 517"' en signal audio qui est ensuite transmis au haut- parleur du masque de plongée.  In FIGS. 4A and 4B, a dive mask 10 '"according to a variant of the first embodiment of the invention is illustrated In this variant, the dive mask 10'" also comprises a breathing tube 20 "' having a proximal end 20a "" at which the first portion 502 "'of the telecommunication device 500" "is disposed, the first portion 502"' of the telecommunication device comprises a microphone 504 "'. The variant of Figures 4A and 4B differs essentially from that of Figure 3 in that the antenna 517 "'is not disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube but in the lower part of the frame 12"'. In the variant of FIGS. 4A and 4B, the antenna 517 "'is an ultrasound antenna configured to transmit and receive ultrasound The antenna 517"' is also connected to an electronic device arranged in the mask which is adapted to transform the signal emanating from the microphone 504 "'in an ultrasonic signal Preferably, the electronic device is also adapted to transform an ultrasonic signal received by the antenna 517"' into an audio signal which is then transmitted to the loudspeaker of the diving mask.
Dans cet exemple, l'antenne ultrasons 517"' est disposée dans un boîtier 509"' qui fait saillie vers le bas depuis l'extrémité inférieure du cadre 12 ".  In this example, the ultrasonic antenna 517 "'is disposed in a housing 509"' which protrudes downwardly from the lower end of the frame 12 ".
A l'aide des figures 5 à 7, on va maintenant décrire un masque de plongée 110 selon un deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention ainsi que le tube de respiration amovible selon l'invention.  With the help of Figures 5 to 7, will now be described a dive mask 110 according to a second embodiment of the invention and the removable breathing tube according to the invention.
Le masque de plongée 110 illustré en figure 5 comporte un cadre 112 muni d'une visière 118, une jupe souple 140 fixée au cadre, la jupe souple comportant une cloison 146 délimitant une chambre supérieure 150 pour la vision d'une chambre inférieure 152 pour la respiration, la cloison étant agencée pour être en appui au-dessus du nez de l'utilisateur de manière que la bouche et le nez de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre inférieure, pendant que les yeux de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre supérieure. Le masque de plongée 110 comporte par ailleurs un tube de respiration 120 qui comporte une extrémité proximale 120a pour la liaison du tube de respiration au cadre à une extrémité distale 120b opposée à l'extrémité proximale. The diving mask 110 illustrated in FIG. 5 comprises a frame 112 provided with a visor 118, a flexible skirt 140 fastened to the frame, the flexible skirt comprising a partition 146 defining an upper chamber 150 for the vision of a lower chamber 152 for breathing, the partition being arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber, while the eyes of the user are in the superior room. The dive mask 110 further includes a breathing tube 120 which has a proximal end 120a for connecting the breathing tube to the frame at a distal end 120b opposite to the proximal end.
Le tube de respiration 120 comporte au moins un canal 121, illustré sur la figure 6A et relié fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure 152. Dans l'exemple de la figure 5, le tube de respiration 120 s'étend depuis la partie supérieure 112a du cadre 112. Toutefois, sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, le tube de respiration pourrait s'étendre depuis la partie inférieure 112b du cadre 112. Dans cet exemple, le tube de respiration 120 est un tuba dont l'extrémité distale 120b comporte des ouvertures 123 pour permettre les échanges d'air avec l'atmosphère.  The breathing tube 120 comprises at least one channel 121, illustrated in FIG. 6A and fluidly connected with the lower chamber 152. In the example of FIG. 5, the breathing tube 120 extends from the upper part 112a of the frame 112. However, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the breathing tube could extend from the lower part 112b of the frame 112. In this example, the breathing tube 120 is a tuba whose distal end 120b comprises openings 123 to allow air exchange with the atmosphere.
Dans le deuxième mode de réalisation, le tube de respiration 120 est détachable du cadre 112. En outre, le dispositif de télécommunication 1500 est disposé dans le tube de respiration 120.  In the second embodiment, the breathing tube 120 is detachable from the frame 112. In addition, the telecommunication device 1500 is disposed in the breathing tube 120.
A l'aide des figures 6A à 6C, on va décrire un premier exemple du tube amovible 120 pour le masque de plongée selon le deuxième mode de réalisation.  With the aid of FIGS. 6A to 6C, a first example of the removable tube 120 for the diving mask according to the second embodiment will be described.
Sur les figures 6A à 6C, on a illustré un exemple de réalisation du tube de respiration amoviblel20 selon l'invention. Ce tube de respiration amovible présente une extrémité proximale 120a pour la liaison du tube de respiration 120 au cadre 112 du masque de plongée de la figure 5 et une extrémité distale 120b opposée à l'extrémité proximale. L'extrémité distale 120b comprend l'entrée d'air E qui est constituée d'orifices 123.  FIGS. 6A to 6C illustrate an exemplary embodiment of the removable breathing tube 20 according to the invention. This removable breathing tube has a proximal end 120a for the connection of the breathing tube 120 to the frame 112 of the dive mask of Figure 5 and a distal end 120b opposite the proximal end. The distal end 120b comprises the air inlet E which consists of orifices 123.
Le masque de plongée 110 comporte en outre un dispositif de télécommunication 1500 qui est monté au tube de respiration 120. Plus précisément, dans ce deuxième mode de réalisation, le dispositif de télécommunication 1500 est intégré au tube de respiration amovible 120. Le dispositif de télécommunication 1500 comporte une première partie 1502 disposée à l'extrémité proximale 120a du tube de respiration 120, la première partie 1502 comportant un microphone 1504 et un haut-parleur 1514. Dans cet exemple, le microphone 1504 débouche dans le canal 121, tandis que le haut-parleur 1514 est disposé de façon à diriger les sons vers la tête de l'utilisateur lorsque le tube de respiration est fixé au masque de plongée. Dans cet exemple, le haut-parleur est dirigé vers du même côté du tube de respiration que celui de l'entrée d'air. Le dispositif de télécommunication 1500 comporte en outre une deuxième partie 1506 disposée à l'extrémité distale 120b du tube de respiration 120. Cette deuxième partie 1506 comporte une antenne 1517. Il est également prévu des boutons de commande 1512 sur le corps du tube de respiration 120. Le tube de respiration amovible 120 comporte en outre un dispositif électronique comportant un module émetteur et/ou un module récepteur relié à l'antenne 1517, au microphone 1504 et au haut-parleur 1514. The diving mask 110 further comprises a telecommunication device 1500 which is mounted to the breathing tube 120. More specifically, in this second embodiment, the telecommunication device 1500 is integrated with the removable breathing tube 120. The telecommunication device 1500 includes a first portion 1502 disposed at the proximal end 120a of the breathing tube 120, the first portion 1502 having a microphone 1504 and a speaker 1514. In this example, the microphone 1504 opens into the channel 121, while the The loudspeaker 1514 is arranged to direct sounds to the user's head when the breathing tube is attached to the diving mask. In this example, the speaker is directed to the same side of the breathing tube as that of the air inlet. The telecommunication device 1500 further comprises a second portion 1506 disposed at the distal end 120b of the breathing tube 120. This second portion 1506 includes an antenna 1517. There are also provided control buttons 1512 on the body of the breathing tube 120. The removable breathing tube 120 further comprises an electronic device comprising a transmitter module and / or a receiver module connected to the antenna 1517, the microphone 1504 and the loudspeaker 1514.
Le dispositif de télécommunication 1500 comporte en outre des modules récepteur/émetteur 1505 et 1507 qui sont disposés, dans cet exemple, dans le corps du tube de respiration 120.  The telecommunication device 1500 further comprises receiver / transmitter modules 1505 and 1507 which are arranged, in this example, in the body of the breathing tube 120.
Pour sa fixation amovible au cadre 112 du masque de plongée 110, le tube de respiration comporte en son extrémité proximale un organe de couplage 125.  For its removable attachment to the frame 112 of the diving mask 110, the breathing tube comprises at its proximal end a coupling member 125.
Sur la figure 7, on a illustré un tube de respiration amovible 120' dans lequel est disposé un dispositif de télécommunication 1500', ce tube de respiration 120' étant destiné à être couplé au masque de plongée 110 illustré en figure 5. Le tube de respiration 120' présente également une extrémité proximale 120'a et une extrémité distale 120'b. Le dispositif de télécommunication comporte également une première partie 1502' qui comporte un haut-parleur 1514' et un microphone 1504'. Des boutons de commande 1512' sont également disposés sur le corps du tube de respiration. A l'instar de celui des figures 6A à 6C, le tube de respiration amovible 120' comporte en outre un organe de couplage 125' pour sa fixation au cadre du masque.  In FIG. 7, there is illustrated a removable breathing tube 120 'in which a telecommunication device 1500' is arranged, this breathing tube 120 'being intended to be coupled to the diving mask 110 illustrated in FIG. respiration 120 'also has a proximal end 120'a and a distal end 120'b. The telecommunication device also comprises a first part 1502 'which comprises a loudspeaker 1514' and a microphone 1504 '. Control buttons 1512 'are also disposed on the body of the breathing tube. Like that of Figures 6A to 6C, the removable breathing tube 120 'further comprises a coupling member 125' for attachment to the frame of the mask.
Le tube de respiration 120' de la figure 7 diffère de celui des figures 6A à 6C par le fait la deuxième partie 1506' du dispositif de télécommunication inclut non seulement l'antenne 1517', mais aussi la batterie 1513' ainsi que les modules émetteur/récepteur 1505' et 1507', ces éléments étant disposés au-delà de l'entrée d'air E du tube de respiration. Pour ce faire, le tube de respiration 120' comporte un capot 124' qui présente une extension formant un logement pour recevoir de manière étanche les composants électroniques précités du dispositif de télécommunication 1500'.  The breathing tube 120 'of FIG. 7 differs from that of FIGS. 6A to 6C by the fact that the second part 1506' of the telecommunication device includes not only the antenna 1517 ', but also the battery 1513' as well as the transmitter modules / Receiver 1505 'and 1507', these elements being disposed beyond the air inlet E of the breathing tube. To do this, the breathing tube 120 'comprises a cover 124' which has an extension forming a housing for sealingly receiving the aforementioned electronic components of the telecommunication device 1500 '.
A l'aide des figures 8 à 25B, on va maintenant décrire un troisième mode de réalisation du masque de plongée 210 de l'invention, ainsi que le raccord amovible selon l'invention. Le masque de plongée 210 illustré en figure 8 comporte un cadre 212 de forme générale oblongue ayant une partie supérieure 212a et une partie inférieure 212b. Le cadre 212 est muni d'une visière 218. With the help of Figures 8 to 25B, will now be described a third embodiment of the diving mask 210 of the invention, as well as the removable connector according to the invention. The dive mask 210 illustrated in FIG. 8 comprises a frame 212 of generally oblong shape having an upper portion 212a and a lower portion 212b. The frame 212 is provided with a visor 218.
Dans cet exemple, le cadre 212 comporte une portion supérieure 214 formant un cerclage supérieur et une portion inférieure 216 constituant un cerclage inférieur.  In this example, the frame 212 has an upper portion 214 forming an upper strapping and a lower portion 216 constituting a lower strapping.
Les portions supérieure 214 et inférieure 216 du cadre sont fixées l'une à l'autre afin de former un cerclage entourant le visage de l'utilisateur.  The upper portions 214 and lower 216 of the frame are attached to each other to form a strapping surrounding the face of the user.
Comme on le comprend à l'aide de la figure 8, le cadre 212 entoure la visière 218. Ce masque comporte en outre une valve de purge 217 pour l'évacuation de l'eau qui aurait pu entrer dans le masque.  As can be understood from FIG. 8, the frame 212 surrounds the visor 218. This mask furthermore comprises a purge valve 217 for evacuating the water that could have entered the mask.
Le masque de plongée 210 comporte par ailleurs un tube de respiration 220 qui présente une extrémité proximale 220a, en l'espèce son extrémité inférieure, qui comporte un organe de fixation 229 adapté pour être connectée à la partie supérieure 212a du cadre.  The diving mask 210 further comprises a breathing tube 220 which has a proximal end 220a, in this case its lower end, which comprises a fastener 229 adapted to be connected to the upper part 212a of the frame.
Dans cet exemple, le tube de respiration 220 est amovible. Il peut être détaché ou déclipsé du cadre 212, ce qui permet de réduire l'encombrement du masque lorsque ce dernier n'est pas utilisé.  In this example, the breathing tube 220 is removable. It can be detached or unclipped from the frame 212, which reduces the size of the mask when the latter is not used.
Le tube de respiration 220, mieux visible sur la figure 9, présente par ailleurs une extrémité distale 220b qui est munie d'une cage 222 perméable à l'air.  The breathing tube 220, better visible in Figure 9, further has a distal end 220b which is provided with a cage 222 permeable to air.
Comme il sera décrit plus en détail ci-dessous, le tube de respiration 220 comporte en outre un capot 224 qui coopère avec la cage 222.  As will be described in more detail below, the breathing tube 220 further comprises a cap 224 which cooperates with the cage 222.
En se référant maintenant à la vue éclatée de la figure 9, on constate que la portion inférieure 216 du cadre 212 comporte un premier élément 216' et un deuxième élément 216" qui sont fixés l'un à l'autre afin de former la portion inférieure. Sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, le cadre pourrait être constitué d'une seule et même pièce.  Referring now to the exploded view of FIG. 9, it can be seen that the lower portion 216 of the frame 212 comprises a first element 216 'and a second element 216 "which are fixed to each other in order to form the portion Without departing from the scope of the present invention, the frame could consist of a single piece.
On constate par ailleurs que le tube de respiration 220 comporte un corps 226 longiligne dont l'extrémité inférieure 226a est apte à s'emmancher avec une extension 228 de la portion supérieure 214 du cadre 212 qui fait saillie depuis l'extrémité supérieure 212a du cadre.  Furthermore, it can be seen that the breathing tube 220 comprises an elongated body 226 whose lower end 226a is able to engage with an extension 228 of the upper portion 214 of the frame 212 which protrudes from the upper end 212a of the frame .
Par ailleurs, le tube de respiration 220 comporte un flotteur 230 qui est mobile dans la cage 222, le flotteur comportant une extrémité supérieure 230a munie d'un dispositif d'obturation 232. Comme il sera expliqué plus en détail ci-après, le flotteur 230 est agencé de telle manière que lorsque le tube de respiration 220 est immergé dans l'eau, le flotteur se déplace en sorte que le dispositif d'obturation 232, en l'espèce une membrane souple, vient fermer l'entrée du tube de respiration. Furthermore, the breathing tube 220 comprises a float 230 which is movable in the cage 222, the float having an upper end 230a provided with a closure device 232. As will be explained in more detail below, the float 230 is arranged such that when the breathing tube 220 is immersed in the water, the float moves so that the closure device 232, in this case a flexible membrane, closes the inlet of the breathing tube.
En se référant aux figures 10, 11 et 12, on constate que la jupe souple 240 présente une forme générale oblongue sensiblement de même dimension que le cadre 212 et la visière 218.  Referring to Figures 10, 11 and 12, it is found that the flexible skirt 240 has a generally oblong shape of substantially the same size as the frame 212 and the visor 218.
La jupe souple comporte un pourtour 242 qui présente une partie supérieure qui est fixée avec la portion inférieure du cadre.  The flexible skirt has a periphery 242 which has an upper portion which is fixed with the lower portion of the frame.
La jupe souple 240 comporte en outre une lèvre d'étanchéité périphérique 244 qui est agencée pour venir en appui contre le visage de l'utilisateur, de manière à éviter que de l'eau pénètre entre le visage de l'utilisateur et la visière.  The flexible skirt 240 further comprises a peripheral sealing lip 244 which is arranged to bear against the face of the user, so as to prevent water from entering between the face of the user and the visor.
La jupe souple 240 comporte par ailleurs une cloison 246 qui est agencée pour être en appui au-dessus du nez de l'utilisateur. Cette cloison 246 délimite ainsi une chambre supérieure 250 pour la vision, d'une chambre inférieure 252 pour la respiration. Comme on le conçoit à l'aide de la figure 12, qui illustre le cadre 212 assemblé avec la visière 218 et la jupe 240, la bouche et le nez de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre inférieure 252, pendant que les yeux de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre supérieure 250.  The flexible skirt 240 further comprises a partition 246 which is arranged to bear above the nose of the user. This partition 246 thus delimits an upper chamber 250 for viewing, a lower chamber 252 for breathing. As can be seen from FIG. 12, which illustrates the frame 212 assembled with the visor 218 and the skirt 240, the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber 252, while the eyes of the the user are in the upper chamber 250.
Autrement dit, la chambre supérieure 250 est délimitée par la visière, les yeux de l'utilisateur, la paroi supérieure 246a de la cloison 246, et la partie de la jupe souple qui s'étend au-dessus de la cloison 246.  In other words, the upper chamber 250 is defined by the visor, the eyes of the user, the upper wall 246a of the partition 246, and the portion of the flexible skirt that extends above the partition 246.
Par ailleurs, la chambre inférieure 252 est délimitée par la visière 218, la bouche et le nez de l'utilisateur, la partie inférieure 246b de la cloison 246, et par la partie de la jupe souple qui s'étend en dessous de la cloison 246.  Furthermore, the lower chamber 252 is defined by the visor 218, the mouth and the nose of the user, the lower portion 246b of the partition 246, and the portion of the flexible skirt that extends below the partition 246.
Dans cet exemple, la cloison comporte une paire de passages 254 munis de valves anti-retour qui sont agencées pour autoriser une circulation d'air inspiré dirigée uniquement de la chambre supérieure 250 vers la chambre inférieure 252 lors d'une phase d'inspiration de l'utilisateur. Dans cet exemple, la jupe souple est réalisée en silicone, et forme une seule et même pièce avec la cloison 246, la lèvre d'étanchéité 244 et le pourtour 242.  In this example, the partition comprises a pair of passages 254 provided with non-return valves which are arranged to allow an inspired air flow directed solely from the upper chamber 250 to the lower chamber 252 during an inspiration phase of the user. In this example, the flexible skirt is made of silicone, and forms a single piece with the partition 246, the sealing lip 244 and the periphery 242.
Sur la figure 13, on a illustré le tube de respiration 220, vu depuis son extrémité proximale 220a.  In FIG. 13, the breathing tube 220 is shown seen from its proximal end 220a.
On constate que le tube de respiration 220 comprend un canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260 qui s'étend entre l'extrémité proximale 220a du tube de respiration et l'extrémité distale 220b du tube de respiration. Ce canal d'admission d'air inspiré s'étend ainsi selon la direction longitudinale du corps 226. Comme on l'expliquera plus en détail ci-dessous, le canal d'admission d'air inspiré débouche dans la chambre supérieure. It is found that the breathing tube 220 comprises an inspired air intake channel 260 which extends between the proximal end 220a of the breathing tube and the distal end 220b of the breathing tube. This inspired air intake channel thus extends in the longitudinal direction of the body 226. As will be explained in more detail below, the inspired air intake channel opens into the upper chamber.
Le tube de respiration 220 comporte par ailleurs deux canaux 221 reliés fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure, à savoir un premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré 262, qui s'étend également selon la direction longitudinale du corps 226 entre l'extrémité proximale 220a et l'extrémité distale 220b du tube de respiration 220. Ce premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré 262 communique avec la chambre inférieure 252.  The breathing tube 220 further comprises two channels 221 fluidly connected with the lower chamber, namely a first expired air exhaust channel 262, which also extends in the longitudinal direction of the body 226 between the proximal end 220a and the distal end 220b of the breathing tube 220. This first expired air exhaust channel 262 communicates with the lower chamber 252.
Dans cet exemple, le tube de respiration 220 comporte un deuxième canal d'échappement d'air expiré 264 similaire au premier canal d'admission d'air expiré.  In this example, the breathing tube 220 includes a second expired air exhaust channel 264 similar to the first expired air intake channel.
Comme on le constate sur la figure 13 le canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260 est séparé des premier et deuxième canaux d'échappement d'air 262, 264 par deux parois longitudinales 266, 268.  As can be seen in FIG. 13, the inspired air admission channel 260 is separated from the first and second air exhaust ducts 262, 264 by two longitudinal walls 266, 268.
Comme on le constate sur la figure 14, qui représente le cadre 212 assemblé à la jupe souple 240 en vue de dessus, l'extension 228 comporte également un canal central 270 agencé pour communiquer avec le canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260 lorsque le tube de respiration est fixé au cadre, et deux canaux d'expiration 272, 274 agencés pour communiquer respectivement avec les premier et deuxième canaux d'échappement d'air expiré 262,264.  As can be seen in FIG. 14, which shows the frame 212 assembled to the flexible skirt 240 in top view, the extension 228 also includes a central channel 270 arranged to communicate with the inspired air intake channel 260 when the breathing tube is fixed to the frame, and two exhalation channels 272, 274 arranged to communicate respectively with the first and second exhaled air exhaust channels 262, 264.
En se référant maintenant à la figure 15, on constate que le cadre 212 comporte en outre un raccord sommital 280 qui fait saillie depuis la portion supérieure 214 du cadre 212. La jupe souple 240 comporte quant à elle un manchon sommital 282 qui fait saillie depuis une partie supérieure de la jupe souple 240 en débouchant dans la chambre supérieure 250. On constate que le raccord sommital 280 vient s'engager à l'intérieur du manchon sommital 282 afin de créer une liaison étanche entre ces deux éléments. Sur la figure 15, la flèche Fl symbolise le flux d'air frais inspiré.  Referring now to FIG. 15, it can be seen that the frame 212 furthermore includes an upper connector 280 which protrudes from the upper portion 214 of the frame 212. The flexible skirt 240 comprises, in turn, a top sleeve 282 which projects from an upper portion of the flexible skirt 240 opening into the upper chamber 250. It is noted that the top fitting 280 engages inside the top sleeve 282 to create a tight connection between these two elements. In Figure 15, the arrow Fl symbolizes the flow of fresh air inspired.
On comprend que lors d'une phase d'inspiration, l'air frais rentre dans le tube de respiration, s'écoule dans le canal d'admission d'air inspiré, puis dans la chambre supérieure 250 en traversant le manchon sommital 282.  It is understood that during an inspiration phase, fresh air enters the breathing tube, flows into the inspired air intake channel, then into the upper chamber 250 through the top sleeve 282.
On va maintenant s'intéresser au circuit d'air expiré.  We will now be interested in the expired air circuit.
Dans le cadre 212, et plus particulièrement dans la partie supérieure 214 dudit cadre, est ménagé un premier conduit interne 290 pour l'air expiré, et un deuxième conduit interne 292 pour l'air expiré. Toutefois, sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, les premier et deuxième conduits internes 290, 292 peuvent être ménagés dans un pourtour périphérique 219 de la visière 218 qui borde le pourtour intérieur du cadre 212. Selon une autre variante, le masque peut comprendre un unique conduit interne pour l'air expiré. De même, le tube de respiration peut également comprendre un seul canal d'admission d'air inspiré. In the frame 212, and more particularly in the upper portion 214 of said frame, is provided a first internal duct 290 for exhaled air, and a second internal duct 292 for exhaled air. However, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first and second internal ducts 290, 292 may be provided in a periphery 219 of the visor 218 which borders the inner periphery of the frame 212. According to another variant, the mask may comprise a single internal conduit for exhaled air. Likewise, the breathing tube may also include a single, inspired air intake channel.
Comme on le constate sur la figure 16, ces premier et deuxième conduits internes sont disposés de part et d'autre d'un plan longitudinal P du masque. Ce plan P constitue ici le plan de symétrie du masque.  As can be seen in FIG. 16, these first and second internal ducts are disposed on either side of a longitudinal plane P of the mask. This plane P is here the plane of symmetry of the mask.
Dans la mesure où les premier et deuxième conduits internes 290,292 sont identiques, on va décrire uniquement le premier conduit interne 290. Ce dernier présente une extrémité supérieure qui correspond à la sortie du canal 272 illustré en figure 14. Le premier conduit interne 290 présente en outre une extrémité inférieure.  Insofar as the first and second internal ducts 290, 222 are identical, only the first internal duct 290 will be described. The latter has an upper end which corresponds to the outlet of the channel 272 illustrated in FIG. besides a lower end.
Par ailleurs, la jupe souple 240 comporte en outre un premier manchon 2100 faisant saillie depuis un premier bord latéral 241 de la jupe souple 240 en s'étendant vers la partie supérieure 212a du cadre 212. Le premier manchon, qui forme une seule et même pièce avec la jupe souple, présente une extrémité inférieure 2100a débouchant dans la chambre inférieure 252 et une extrémité supérieure 2100b opposée à l'extrémité inférieure, qui est connectée fluidiquement avec l'extrémité inférieure du premier conduit interne. On comprend que le manchon forme une conduite pour l'air expiré.  Furthermore, the flexible skirt 240 further comprises a first sleeve 2100 protruding from a first lateral edge 241 of the flexible skirt 240 extending towards the upper portion 212a of the frame 212. The first sleeve, which forms one and the same part with the flexible skirt, has a lower end 2100a opening into the lower chamber 252 and an upper end 2100b opposite the lower end, which is fluidly connected with the lower end of the first inner conduit. It is understood that the sleeve forms a pipe for exhaled air.
La jupe souple comporte en outre un deuxième manchon 2200, identique au premier manchon 2100, le deuxième manchon 2200 fait saillie depuis un deuxième bord latéral 243 de la jupe 240, opposé au premier bord latéral 241. Le deuxième manchon présente une extrémité inférieure 2200a débouchant dans la chambre inférieure 252 et une extrémité supérieure 2200b opposée à l'extrémité inférieure qui est connectée fluidiquement avec l'extrémité inférieure 292b du deuxième conduit interne 292.  The flexible skirt further comprises a second sleeve 2200, identical to the first sleeve 2100, the second sleeve 2200 protrudes from a second lateral edge 243 of the skirt 240, opposite the first lateral edge 241. The second sleeve has a lower end 2200a opening in the lower chamber 252 and an upper end 2200b opposite the lower end which is fluidly connected with the lower end 292b of the second inner conduit 292.
En se référant à la figure 16, on constate que le premier conduit interne 290 s'étend entre le sommet du cadre et une extrémité inférieure 214a de la portion supérieure 214 du cadre.  Referring to FIG. 16, it can be seen that the first internal duct 290 extends between the top of the frame and a lower end 214a of the upper portion 214 of the frame.
En se référant aux figures 16, 17A et 10B, on constate que le cadre 212, et plus précisément l'extrémité inférieure de la portion supérieure 214 du cadre 212 comporte un premier raccord latéral 2110 qui est engagé dans la seconde extrémité 2100b du premier manchon. Pour améliorer la tenue et l'étanchéité, le premier raccord latéral 2110 comporte des nervures 2112 sur sa face extérieure 2110a, les nervures 2112 coopèrent avec la face intérieure 2101 de la seconde extrémité du premier manchon. En se référant à nouveau à la figure 16, on constate que la seconde extrémité du premier manchon affleure un côté latéral 212c du cadre 212. Referring to FIGS. 16, 17A and 10B, it can be seen that the frame 212, and more specifically the lower end of the upper portion 214 of the frame 212 comprises a first lateral connection 2110 which is engaged in the second end 2100b of the first sleeve . To improve the strength and tightness, the first lateral connection 2110 has ribs 2112 on its outer face 2110a, the ribs 2112 cooperate with the inner face. 2101 of the second end of the first sleeve. Referring again to FIG. 16, it can be seen that the second end of the first sleeve is flush with a lateral side 212c of the frame 212.
On comprend donc que l'air expiré s'écoule successivement à travers le premier manchon 2100, à travers la première conduite interne 290 puis à travers le premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré 262. Ce flux d'air sortant est illustré par la flèche F2. La flèche F3 illustre quant à elle l'autre circuit d'air sortant qui s'écoule via le deuxième manchon 2200 et le deuxième conduit interne 292.  It is therefore understood that the exhaled air flows successively through the first sleeve 2100, through the first inner conduit 290 and then through the first expired air exhaust channel 262. This outgoing air flow is illustrated by arrow F2. The arrow F3 illustrates the other outgoing air circuit flowing via the second sleeve 2200 and the second inner conduit 292.
A l'aide des figures 18 à 20, on va maintenant décrire plus particulièrement la portion supérieure du tube de respiration 220.  With the aid of FIGS. 18 to 20, the upper portion of the breathing tube 220 will now be described more particularly.
Le tube de respiration 220 du masque selon l'invention comporte en son extrémité supérieure des moyens pour réguler les entrées et sorties d'air dans le tube de respiration. A cet effet, le tube de respiration 220 comporte une plaquette 2300 qui est disposée de manière étanche entre le capot 224 et l'extrémité supérieure 226b du corps 226 du tube de respiration 220.  The breathing tube 220 of the mask according to the invention comprises at its upper end means for regulating the inflow and outflow of air into the breathing tube. For this purpose, the breathing tube 220 comprises a plate 2300 which is arranged in a sealed manner between the cover 224 and the upper end 226b of the body 226 of the breathing tube 220.
Cette plaquette comporte un orifice principal 2302 communiquant avec l'entrée E du tube de respiration. Dans cet exemple, l'entrée E du tube de respiration est réalisée grâce à des fentes 223 ménagées dans la cage 222.  This plate comprises a main orifice 2302 communicating with the inlet E of the breathing tube. In this example, the inlet E of the breathing tube is made through slots 223 formed in the cage 222.
La plaquette 2300 comporte en outre un orifice d'entrée 2304 communiquant avec l'entrée 260a du canal d'émission d'air inspiré 260.  The wafer 2300 further includes an inlet port 2304 communicating with the inlet 260a of the inspired air emission channel 260.
La plaquette 2300 comporte en outre un premier orifice de sortie 2306 qui communique avec la sortie 262a du premier canal d'échappement 262.  The wafer 2300 further comprises a first outlet port 2306 which communicates with the outlet 262a of the first exhaust channel 262.
La plaquette 2300 comporte en outre un deuxième orifice de sortie 2308 qui communique avec la sortie 264a du deuxième canal d'échappement d'air expiré.  The wafer 2300 further includes a second output port 2308 which communicates with the outlet 264a of the second expired air exhaust channel.
Comme on le constate à l'aide de la figure 18, les sections de l'orifice principal 2302, de l'orifice d'entrée 2304 et des deux orifices de sortie 2306, 2308, correspondent sensiblement aux sections transversales du canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260 et des canaux d'échappement d'air expiré 262, 264.  As can be seen from FIG. 18, the sections of the main orifice 2302, the inlet orifice 2304 and the two outlet orifices 2306, 2308 correspond substantially to the cross sections of the inlet channel. of inspired air 260 and exhaled air exhaust channels 262, 264.
La plaquette 2300 comporte en outre un premier clapet anti-retour 2310 disposé en regard du premier orifice d'entrée 2304, afin d'obturer ledit orifice d'entrée lors d'une phase d'expiration. La plaquette 2300 comporte en outre un deuxième clapet anti-retour 2312, disposé en regard du premier orifice de sortie afin d'obturer ledit premier orifice de sortie lors d'une phase d'inspiration. Et, dans cet exemple, la plaquette 2300 comporte également un troisième clapet anti-retour 2312 qui est agencé pour obturer le deuxième orifice de sortie lors d'une phase d'inspiration. The wafer 2300 further comprises a first non-return valve 2310 disposed opposite the first inlet orifice 2304, in order to close off said inlet orifice during an expiration phase. The wafer 2300 further comprises a second non-return valve 2312 disposed opposite the first outlet orifice in order to close off said first outlet orifice during an inspiration phase. And, in this example, wafer 2300 also has a third nonreturn valve 2312 which is arranged to close the second outlet orifice during an inspiration phase.
Le tube de respiration 220 comporte en outre une chambre de communication fluidique 2350 dans laquelle débouchent l'orifice principal 2302, l'orifice d'entrée 2304, le premier orifice de sortie 2306 et le deuxième orifice de sortie 2308. La chambre de communication fluidique 2350 est ménagée dans le capot 224 qui est fixé de manière étanche à l'extrémité supérieure du corps 226.  The breathing tube 220 further comprises a fluid communication chamber 2350 into which the main orifice 2302 opens, the inlet orifice 2304, the first outlet orifice 2306 and the second outlet orifice 2308. The fluidic communication chamber 2350 is formed in the cover 224 which is sealingly attached to the upper end of the body 226.
Sur la figure 19, on a illustré la configuration du tube de respiration lors d'une phase d'inspiration. On comprend que l'air frais inspiré illustré par la flèche Fl, entre dans la cage 222 via les fentes 223, puis entre dans la chambre de communication fluidique 2350 via l'office principal 2302 puis entre dans le canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260 en traversant l'orifice d'entrée 2304, le premier clapet anti-retour 2310 étant alors ouvert pour permettre au flux d'air de passer.  In FIG. 19, the configuration of the breathing tube is illustrated during an inspiration phase. It is understood that the fresh air inspired illustrated by the arrow Fl, enters the cage 222 via the slots 223, then enters the fluid communication chamber 2350 via the main office 2302 and enters the air intake channel inspired 260 through the inlet 2304, the first non-return valve 2310 is then open to allow the flow of air to pass.
Sur la figure 20, on a illustré le cas dans lequel le tube de respiration est immergé dans l'eau. Le flotteur 230, sous l'action de la poussée d'Archimède, remonte dans la cage 222 jusqu'à ce que le dispositif d'obturation 232 vienne obturer l'orifice principal 2302, ce qui a pour effet de fermer l'entrée du tube de respiration.  In Figure 20, there is illustrated the case in which the breathing tube is immersed in water. The float 230, under the action of buoyancy, rises in the cage 222 until the closure device 232 closes the main opening 2302, which has the effect of closing the inlet of the breathing tube.
Comme illustré dans l'exemple de la figure 21, le masque de plongée 210 comporte en outre une sangle de maintien élastique 2400 qui s'étend entre la portion supérieure 214 du cadre et la portion inférieure 216. La sangle élastique 2400 comporte deux points de liaison 2402,2404 avec la portion supérieure 214 et deux points de liaison 2406, 2408 avec la portion inférieure 216. On constate alors que la sangle élastique forme un « X ».  As illustrated in the example of FIG. 21, the diving mask 210 further comprises an elastic holding strap 2400 which extends between the upper portion 214 of the frame and the lower portion 216. The elastic strap 2400 comprises two 2402.2404 connection with the upper portion 214 and two connection points 2406, 2408 with the lower portion 216. It is then found that the elastic strap forms an "X".
La portion supérieure 214 du cadre 212 comporte par ailleurs deux passants 2410, 2412 dans lesquels sont engagées les extrémités des deux portions supérieures des portions de sangle 2414, 2416. On constate que les extrémités de ces deux portions de sangle 2414, 2416 forment des bourrelets 2418, 2420 plus larges que les fentes 2422, 2424 ménagées dans les passants, ce qui a pour effet d'assurer le maintien de la sangle élastique 2400 au cadre.  The upper portion 214 of the frame 212 also has two loops 2410, 2412 in which are engaged the ends of the two upper portions of the strap portions 2414, 2416. It is noted that the ends of these two web portions 2414, 2416 form beads. 2418, 2420 wider than the slots 2422, 2424 formed in the loops, which has the effect of ensuring the maintenance of the elastic strap 2400 to the frame.
Selon ce premier mode de réalisation, le masque de plongée 210 comporte en outre un dispositif de télécommunication 2500 qui est également monté au tube de respiration 220. A ce titre, le masque de plongée 210 comporte un raccord amovible 600 agencé pour être monté au tube de respiration et au cadre, de sorte que le raccord amovible 600, lorsqu'il est monté au tube de respiration et au cadre, forme une connexion fluidique entre la chambre inférieure 252 et les canaux d'échappement 262,264 d'air expiré du tube de respiration, et entre la chambre supérieure 250 et le canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260. Comme il sera expliqué plus en détail ci- dessous, le raccord amovible est désolidarisable du cadre 212 et du tube de respiration 220. According to this first embodiment, the diving mask 210 further comprises a telecommunication device 2500 which is also mounted to the breathing tube 220. As such, the diving mask 210 comprises a removable connector 600 arranged to be mounted to the tube of breathing and frame, so that the removable connector 600, when mounted to the breathing tube and to the frame, forms a fluid connection between the lower chamber 252 and the exhalation channels 262,264 exhaled from the breathing tube and, between the upper chamber 250 and the inspired air intake channel 260. As will be explained in more detail below, the detachable coupling is detachable from the frame 212 and the breathing tube 220.
Selon le troisième mode de réalisation, le raccord amovible 600 comprend le dispositif de télécommunication 2500.  According to the third embodiment, the removable connector 600 comprises the telecommunication device 2500.
Le dispositif de télécommunication 2500 comprend, dans l'exemple des figures 22A et 22B, un haut-parleur 2514 qui est logé dans le raccord amovible 600.  The telecommunication device 2500 comprises, in the example of FIGS. 22A and 22B, a loudspeaker 2514 which is housed in the removable connector 600.
Le dispositif de télécommunication 2500 comporte en outre un module émetteur 2505 d'un signal radio, et un module récepteur 2507 d'un signal radio.  The telecommunication device 2500 further comprises a transmitter module 2505 of a radio signal, and a receiver module 2507 of a radio signal.
Dans cet exemple, le signal radio est un signal conforme au protocole « Bluetooth® », connu par ailleurs. Les modules émetteur et récepteur sont donc configurés pour émettre ou recevoir des signaux radio selon ce protocole de transmission sans fil. Le haut-parleur 2514 est relié au module récepteur par une liaison filaire non représentée ici.  In this example, the radio signal is a signal compliant with the "Bluetooth®" protocol, known elsewhere. The transmitter and receiver modules are therefore configured to transmit or receive radio signals according to this wireless transmission protocol. The speaker 2514 is connected to the receiver module by a wired link not shown here.
Le dispositif de télécommunication inclut une antenne 2517, qui permet de recevoir et de transmettre les signaux radio. Cette antenne 2517 est reliée aux modules émetteur 2505 et récepteur 2507. Le dispositif de télécommunication 2500 comporte en outre des boutons de commande 2512 qui sont disposés, dans cet exemple, sur le raccord amovible.  The telecommunication device includes an antenna 2517 for receiving and transmitting radio signals. This antenna 2517 is connected to the transmitter modules 2505 and receiver 2507. The telecommunication device 2500 further comprises control buttons 2512 which are arranged, in this example, on the removable connector.
Le dispositif de télécommunication 2500 comporte en outre un microphone 2504, relié au module émetteur 2505. Le microphone 2504 débouche dans au moins l'un des conduits du raccord amovible, de préférence dans le conduit d'échappement d'air inspiré.  The telecommunication device 2500 further comprises a microphone 2504 connected to the transmitter module 2505. The microphone 2504 opens into at least one of the conduits of the removable connector, preferably into the inspired air exhaust duct.
Lorsque le raccord amovible 600 est monté au cadre 212 du masque de plongée et au tube de respiration 220, le dispositif de télécommunication 2500 est de facto monté au tube de respiration 220.  When the removable connector 600 is mounted to the frame 212 of the diving mask and the breathing tube 220, the telecommunication device 2500 is de facto mounted to the breathing tube 220.
Plus précisément, le raccord amovible 600 est intercalé entre la partie supérieure 212a du cadre 212 et le tube de respiration 220. Comme on le constate sur la figure 8, le raccord amovible est situé à l'extrémité proximale du tube de respiration 20 lorsque ces deux pièces sont assemblées l'une à l'autre. En référence à la figure 22A, le raccord amovible 600 comporte un conduit d'admission d'air inspiré 602, et un premier et un second conduits d'échappement d'air expiré 604,606 qui s'étendent de part et d'autre du conduit d'admission d'air inspiré 602. Comme mentionné ci-dessus, sans sortir du cadre de la présente invention, le raccord amovible 600 peut comporter un seul conduit lorsque le tube de respiration comporte un seul canal. Specifically, the removable connector 600 is interposed between the upper portion 212a of the frame 212 and the breathing tube 220. As seen in Figure 8, the removable connector is located at the proximal end of the breathing tube 20 when these two pieces are assembled to each other. Referring to Fig. 22A, the removable connector 600 includes an inspired air intake duct 602, and first and second expired air exhaust ducts 604,606 which extend across the duct. As mentioned above, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the removable connector 600 may comprise a single conduit when the breathing tube has a single channel.
Lorsque le raccord amovible 600, le tube de respiration 220 et le cadre 212 sont montés ensemble, le conduit d'admission d'air inspiré 602 du raccord amovible 600 relie fluidiquement le canal d'admission d'air inspiré 260 du tube de respiration 220 à la chambre supérieure 250, tandis que les premier et deuxième conduits d'échappement d'air expiré 604,606 du raccord amovible 606 relient fluidiquement la chambre inférieure 252 aux premier et deuxième canaux d'échappement d'air expiré 262,264 du tube de respiration 220.  When the removable connector 600, the breathing tube 220 and the frame 212 are mounted together, the inspired air intake conduit 602 of the removable connector 600 fluidly connects the inspired air intake channel 260 of the breathing tube 220 to the upper chamber 250, while the first and second expired air exhaust ducts 604,606 of the removable connector 606 fluidly connect the lower chamber 252 to the first and second exhaled air exhaust channels 262,264 of the breathing tube 220.
Le raccord amovible 600 comporte une première extrémité 600a conformée pour coopérer avec l'extrémité proximale 220a du tube de respiration, et une seconde extrémité 600b qui est conformée pour coopérer avec l'extension 228 de la portion supérieure du cadre 212.  The removable connector 600 has a first end 600a shaped to cooperate with the proximal end 220a of the breathing tube, and a second end 600b which is shaped to cooperate with the extension 228 of the upper portion of the frame 212.
Plus précisément, on comprend à l'aide de la figure 14 que, lorsque le raccord amovible est fixé au cadre 212 et au tube de respiration 220, le conduit d'admission d'air inspiré 602 du raccord amovible est relié fluidiquement au canal central 270 de l'extension 228, tandis que les premier et deuxième conduits d'échappement d'air expiré 604,606 sont reliés fluidiquement aux canaux d'expiration 272,274.  More specifically, it will be understood from FIG. 14 that when the detachable connector is attached to the frame 212 and the breathing tube 220, the inspired air intake conduit 602 of the detachable coupling is fluidly connected to the central channel. 270 of the extension 228, while the first and second exhaled air exhaust ducts 604,606 are fluidly connected to the exhalation channels 272,274.
Pour assurer la fixation du raccord amovible 600 au cadre 212 et au tube de respiration 220, le tube de respiration 220 comporte un organe de fixation 229, visible en figure 9. Le cadre 12 comporte un dispositif de fixation, constitué ici par l'extension 228 illustrée en figure 14, agencé pour pouvoir être couplé de manière désolidarisable à l'organe de fixation 229 du tube de respiration afin de pouvoir former une liaison étanche entre le tube de respiration et le cadre.  To ensure the attachment of the removable connector 600 to the frame 212 and the breathing tube 220, the breathing tube 220 comprises a fixing member 229, visible in Figure 9. The frame 12 comprises a fixing device, here constituted by the extension 228 illustrated in Figure 14, arranged to be releasably coupled to the fixing member 229 of the breathing tube to form a tight connection between the breathing tube and the frame.
Le raccord amovible 600 comporte par ailleurs une première partie de fixation 608, située à la première extrémité 600a, agencée pour être fixée de manière désolidarisable avec l'organe de fixation 229 du tube de respiration 220. La première partie de fixation 608 est conformée pour venir s'emboiter dans l'organe de fixation 229 du tube de respiration 220. Le raccord amovible 600 comporte une seconde partie de fixation 610 agencée pour pouvoir être fixée de manière désolidarisable avec le dispositif de fixation 228 du cadre 212. Comme on le comprend à l'aide des figures 14 et 24, le dispositif de fixation 228 du cadre 212 est conformé pour venir s'emboiter à l'intérieur de la deuxième partie de fixation 610. The detachable coupling 600 further includes a first attachment portion 608, located at the first end 600a, arranged to be detachably attached to the attachment member 229 of the breathing tube 220. The first attachment portion 608 is shaped to to fit into the fastener 229 of the breathing tube 220. The removable coupling 600 comprises a second fixing portion 610 arranged to be detachably fastened to the fastening device 228 of the frame 212. As can be understood from FIGS. 14 and 24, the fastening device 228 of the frame 212 is shaped to fit inside the second fixing portion 610.
Cet agencement permet de réaliser une première liaison étanche entre le tube de respiration 220 et le raccord amovible 600, et une deuxième liaison étanche entre le cadre et le raccord amovible.  This arrangement allows for a first sealed connection between the breathing tube 220 and the removable connector 600, and a second sealed connection between the frame and the removable connector.
On comprend qu'il est également possible de relier directement le tube de respiration 220 au cadre 212 du masque, comme cela est illustré en figures 16, par exemple lorsqu'on envisage de ne pas utiliser le dispositif de télécommunication.  It is understood that it is also possible to directly connect the breathing tube 220 to the frame 212 of the mask, as shown in Figures 16, for example when considering not to use the telecommunication device.
Le raccord amovible 600 comporte un corps 611 muni d'un logement 612 qui reçoit le haut-parleur 2514, le module émetteur, le module récepteur, le microphone et l'antenne. Le raccord amovible comporte en outre une batterie et des boutons de commande 512.  The removable connector 600 comprises a body 611 provided with a housing 612 which receives the speaker 2514, the transmitter module, the receiver module, the microphone and the antenna. The removable connector further comprises a battery and control buttons 512.
Sur la figure 23, on a illustré une variante du raccord amovible 600' selon l'invention. Le raccord amovible 600' de la figure 23 se distingue du raccord amovible 600 de la figure 22A par le fait que le haut-parleur 2514' est déporté et est relié au raccord amovible 600' par un bras de liaison 614' qui s'étend latéralement par rapport au cadre 212. Comme on le comprend à l'aide de la figure 23, le haut-parleur déporté 2514' est situé au regard de l'oreille de l'utilisateur, ce qui améliore sensiblement la qualité d'écoute.  In Figure 23, there is illustrated a variant of the removable coupling 600 'according to the invention. The removable connector 600 'of FIG. 23 differs from the removable connector 600 of FIG. 22A in that the loudspeaker 2514' is offset and is connected to the removable connector 600 'by a link arm 614' which extends Laterally with respect to the frame 212. As can be understood from FIG. 23, the remote speaker 2514 'is located opposite the user's ear, which substantially improves the listening quality.
Pour améliorer le maintien du bras de liaison 614' pendant la randonnée subaquatique, le cadre 212 comporte un élément de fixation 219 pour permettre la fixation du bras de liaison 614' au cadre 212. Cet élément de fixation 219, schématisé sur la figure 23, est une extension du cerclage du cadre du masque. On précise ici que cette configuration de haut-parleur déporté peut également être mise en œuvre dans les premier et deuxième modes de réalisation du masque de plongée décrits ci-dessus.  To improve the maintenance of the connecting arm 614 'during the underwater hike, the frame 212 comprises a fixing element 219 to allow the attachment of the connecting arm 614' to the frame 212. This fixing element 219, shown diagrammatically in FIG. is an extension of the strapping of the mask frame. It is specified here that this remote speaker configuration can also be implemented in the first and second embodiments of the dive mask described above.
Sur les figures 24A et 24B, on a illustré une autre variante du raccord amovible 600" selon l'invention. Le raccord amovible 600" illustré sur les figures 24A et 24B se distingue du raccord amovible 600 de la figure 22A par le fait que l'antenne n'est pas disposée dans le logement du raccord amovible, mais à l'extrémité distale 220b du tube de respiration 220 lorsque ce dernier est fixé au raccord amovible 600". Pour ce faire, le raccord amovible comporte un élément de jonction 616" qui fait saillie depuis le corps 611" du raccord amovible 600" de manière à s'étendre le long du tube de respiration 220 lorsque ce dernier est fixé au raccord amovible 600". L'élément de jonction 616" reçoit l'antenne 2517 en son extrémité distale 617". Comme on le comprend à l'aide de la figure 24B, l'extrémité distale 617" de l'élément de jonction 616" est conformée pour être fixée à l'extrémité distale 220b du tube de respiration. Dans cet exemple, la fixation est réalisée par le fait que l'extrémité distale 617" de l'élément de jonction est réalisée en matière souple forme un crochet dont l'extrémité coopère avec les fentes 223 ménagées dans la cage 222 du tube de respiration 220. In FIGS. 24A and 24B, another variant of the removable coupling 600 "according to the invention is illustrated: The removable coupling 600" illustrated in FIGS. 24A and 24B differs from the removable coupling 600 of FIG. 22A in that the Antenna is not disposed in the housing of the removable connector, but at the distal end 220b of the breathing tube 220 when the latter is attached to the removable connector 600 ". To do this, the removable coupling comprises a connecting element 616 "which projects from the body 611" of the removable coupling 600 "so as to extend along the breathing tube 220 when the latter is fixed to the removable coupling 600" . The junction element 616 "receives the antenna 2517 at its distal end 617". As can be understood from FIG. 24B, the distal end 617 "of the connecting member 616" is shaped to be attached to the distal end 220b of the breathing tube. In this example, the fixing is carried out in that the distal end 617 "of the connecting element is made of flexible material forms a hook whose end cooperates with the slots 223 formed in the cage 222 of the breathing tube 220.
Comme on le constate sur la figure 24A, le dispositif de télécommunication comporte en outre des boutons de commande 2512 disposés sur le corps 611" du raccord amovible.  As can be seen in FIG. 24A, the telecommunication device further comprises control buttons 2512 disposed on the body 611 "of the removable coupling.
Sur les figures 25A et 25B, on a illustré une variante du raccord amovible 600"' selon l'invention. Le raccord amovible 600"' des figures 25A et 25B diffère de celui des figures 24A et 24B par le fait que le haut-parleur est déporté latéralement, à l'instar de la variante de la figure 23.  25A and 25B illustrate a variant of the removable coupling 600 '' according to the invention, the removable coupling 600 '' of FIGS. is offset laterally, like the variant of Figure 23.
Les figures 26 et 27 représentent un boîtier 1509 pour microphone configuré être monté, par exemple et de manière non limitative, sur un tube de respiration 120 tel que celui représenté aux figures 6A à 6C.  Figures 26 and 27 show a microphone housing 1509 configured to be mounted, for example and without limitation, on a breathing tube 120 such as that shown in Figures 6A-6C.
Tel que cela apparaît sur la vue éclatée de la figure 26, le boîtier 1509 comporte un corps 1511 définissant un logement dans lequel est disposé le microphone 1504. Le boîtier comporte en outre une face 1515 configurée pour couvrir l'ouverture du logement défini par le corps.  As shown in the exploded view of FIG. 26, the housing 1509 includes a body 1511 defining a housing in which the microphone 1504 is disposed. The housing further includes a face 1515 configured to cover the opening of the housing defined by the body.
En outre, le boîtier 1509 comporte un bloc amortisseur 1521, par exemple formé dans un matériau du type mousse, disposé entre le microphone 1504 et la face 1515.  In addition, the housing 1509 comprises a damper block 1521, for example formed in a foam-type material, disposed between the microphone 1504 and the face 1515.
Le corps 1511 comporte également des moyens d'étanchéité 1519, 1519' qui comprennent, par exemple et de manière non limitative, deux lèvres d'étanchéité s'étendant annulairement autour du corps 1511.  The body 1511 also comprises sealing means 1519, 1519 'which comprise, for example and without limitation, two sealing lips extending annularly around the body 1511.
La figure 27 représente l'assemblage du boîtier 1509 sur le tube de respiration 120.  Figure 27 shows the assembly of the housing 1509 on the breathing tube 120.
Le tube de respiration 120 comporte une paroi 127 dans laquelle est formé un orifice 129. Par exemple et de manière non limitative, l'orifice 129 est formé dans la paroi opposée à celle sur laquelle est monté le haut-parleur 1514. Le boîtier 1509 est monté sur la paroi 127 en s'étendant à travers l'orifice 129 de manière que la face 1515 est disposée à l'intérieur du tubeThe breathing tube 120 comprises a wall 127 in which is formed an orifice 129. For example and without limitation, the orifice 129 is formed in the wall opposite to that on which the speaker 1514 is mounted. The housing 1509 is mounted on the wall 127 extending through the orifice 129 so that the face 1515 is disposed inside the tube
120 ; dit autrement, la face 1515 du boîtier 1509 débouche dans le canal120; said otherwise, the face 1515 of the housing 1509 opens into the channel
121 du tube de respiration 120 ; les moyens d'étanchéité 1519, 1519' sont ainsi configurés pour assurer l'étanchéité entre la paroi 127 et le boîtier121 of the breathing tube 120; the sealing means 1519, 1519 'are thus configured to seal between the wall 127 and the housing
1509, les lèvres d'étanchéité venant en contact avec les deux faces opposées de la paroi 127. On comprend que le boîtier 1509 est ainsi logé dans l'épaisseur de matière formant la paroi 127. 1509, the sealing lips coming into contact with the two opposite faces of the wall 127. It is understood that the casing 1509 is thus housed in the thickness of material forming the wall 127.
Le boîtier 1509 permet ainsi d'éviter que le microphone 1504 soit exposé à l'eau, ce qui compromettrait son fonctionnement.  The casing 1509 thus makes it possible to prevent the microphone 1504 from being exposed to water, which would jeopardize its operation.
De manière que le boîtier 1509 ne compromette pas la qualité du signal capté par le microphone 1504, la face 1515 présente une faible épaisseur et est formée dans un matériau du type silicone. En outre, pour assurer la propagation du son entre la face 1515 et le microphone 1504, un volume suffisant entre ces éléments est ménagé dans le logement du boîtier 1509.  So that the housing 1509 does not compromise the quality of the signal picked up by the microphone 1504, the face 1515 has a small thickness and is formed of a silicone material. In addition, to ensure sound propagation between the face 1515 and the microphone 1504, a sufficient volume between these elements is formed in the housing housing 1509.
Le corps 1511 est formé dans un matériau élastique tel que du silicone et présente une épaisseur configurée pour réduire les vibrations générées par le tube de respiration 120 ; de préférence, l'épaisseur du corps 1511 est supérieure à celle de la face 1515. Par épaisseur du corps 1511, on désigne l'épaisseur des différentes parois constituant le corps 1511.  The body 1511 is formed of an elastic material such as silicone and has a thickness configured to reduce vibrations generated by the breathing tube 120; preferably, the thickness of the body 1511 is greater than that of the face 1515. By thickness of the body 1511, denotes the thickness of the various walls constituting the body 1511.
Le corps 1511 présente également une face 1523 disposée à l'extérieur du tube 120 ; par exemple et de manière non limitative, la face 1523 du corps 1511 comporte un matériau élastique tel que de la colle silicone, de manière à participer à la fermeture étanche du logement tout en contribuant à la réduction des vibrations générées par le tube de respiration 120.  The body 1511 also has a face 1523 disposed outside the tube 120; for example and without limitation, the face 1523 of the body 1511 comprises an elastic material such as silicone glue, so as to participate in the sealing of the housing while contributing to the reduction of the vibrations generated by the breathing tube 120 .
La présence du bloc amortisseur 1521 participe aussi à l'amortissement des vibrations du tube de respiration 120.  The presence of the damping block 1521 also contributes to the damping of the vibrations of the breathing tube 120.
Ainsi le boîtier 1509 recevant le microphone 1504 et monté dans la paroi du tube de respiration 120 permet à la fois de protéger le microphone de l'humidité tout en filtrant les vibrations mécaniques émises par le tube de respiration 120.  Thus the housing 1509 receiving the microphone 1504 and mounted in the wall of the breathing tube 120 allows both to protect the microphone from moisture while filtering the mechanical vibrations emitted by the breathing tube 120.

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REVENDICATIONS
1. Masque de plongée (10,...,210) comportant : 1. Diving mask (10, ..., 210) comprising:
un cadre (12,...212) muni d'une visière (18,...,218);  a frame (12, ... 212) provided with a visor (18, ..., 218);
une jupe souple (40,...240) comportant une cloison (46,...,246) délimitant une chambre supérieure (50,... ,250) pour la vision d'une chambre inférieure (52,... ,252) pour la respiration, la cloison étant agencée pour être en appui au- dessus du nez de l'utilisateur de manière que la bouche et le nez de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre inférieure, pendant que les yeux de l'utilisateur se trouvent dans la chambre supérieure,  a flexible skirt (40, ... 240) comprising a partition (46, ..., 246) delimiting an upper chamber (50, ..., 250) for the vision of a lower chamber (52, ... 252) for breathing, the partition being arranged to bear above the nose of the user so that the mouth and the nose of the user are in the lower chamber, while the eyes of the user are in the superior room,
un tube de respiration (20,... ,220) ayant une extrémité proximale (20a,... ,220a) pour la liaison du tube de respiration au cadre, et une extrémité distale (20b,... ,220b) opposée à l'extrémité proximale, le tube de respiration comportant au moins un canal (21, ...,221) relié fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure ;  a breathing tube (20, ..., 220) having a proximal end (20a, ..., 220a) for connecting the breathing tube to the frame, and an opposite distal end (20b, ..., 220b) at the proximal end, the breathing tube having at least one channel (21, ..., 221) fluidly connected to the lower chamber;
le masque de plongée étant caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte en outre un dispositif de télécommunication (500,... ,2500) qui est monté au moins en partie au tube de respiration (20,...,220).  the diving mask being characterized in that it further comprises a telecommunication device (500, ..., 2500) which is mounted at least in part to the breathing tube (20, ..., 220).
2. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 1, dans lequel au moins une partie, la première partie (502,... ,1502), du dispositif de télécommunication est disposée à l'extrémité proximale (20a,... ,220a) du tube de respiration (20,...,220). The diving mask according to claim 1, wherein at least a portion, the first portion (502, ..., 1502), of the telecommunication device is disposed at the proximal end (20a, ..., 220a). breathing tube (20, ..., 220).
3. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 2, dans lequel la première partie (502) comporte un microphone (514,...,1514) et/ou un haut- parleur (504,... ,1504). The diving mask according to claim 2, wherein the first portion (502) includes a microphone (514, ..., 1514) and / or a speaker (504, ..., 1504).
4. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 3, dans lequel la première partie comporte un microphone (514,...,1514) qui débouche dans le canal. 4. Diving mask according to claim 3, wherein the first part comprises a microphone (514, ..., 1514) which opens into the channel.
5. Masque de plongée selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, dans lequel au moins une partie, la deuxième partie (506,...1506), du dispositif de télécommunication est disposée à l'extrémité distale du tube de respiration. 5. Diving mask according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein at least a portion, the second portion (506, ... 1506), of the telecommunication device is disposed at the distal end of the breathing tube. .
6. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 5, dans lequel la deuxième partie comporte une antenne (517,...,1517). The diving mask according to claim 5, wherein the second portion includes an antenna (517, ..., 1517).
7. Masque de plongée selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6, dans lequel au moins une partie, la troisième partie (510,..,510"'), du dispositif de télécommunication (500,..,500'") est montée au cadre. The diving mask according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein at least a portion, the third portion (510, .., 510 "'), of the telecommunication device (500, .., 500'" ) is mounted to the frame.
8. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 7, dans lequel la troisième partie comprend un bouton de commande (512,..,512") du dispositif de télécommunication. 8. Diving mask according to claim 7, wherein the third part comprises a control button (512, .., 512 ") of the telecommunication device.
9. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 7 ou 8, dans lequel la troisième partie comporte au moins un haut-parleur (514") qui est relié au cadre par un bras de liaison. 9. Diving mask according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the third portion comprises at least one speaker (514 ") which is connected to the frame by a connecting arm.
10. Masque de plongée selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 9, dans lequel le tube de respiration (20,... ,20'") forme une seule et même pièce avec le cadre (12,...,12"'). 10. Diving mask according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the breathing tube (20, ..., 20 '") forms a single piece with the frame (12, ..., 12 " ').
11. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 10, dans lequel le dispositif de télécommunication (500"') comporte une antenne (517'") disposée en partie inférieure (12b'") du cadre. 11. Diving mask according to claim 10, wherein the telecommunication device (500 "') comprises an antenna (517'") arranged in the lower part (12b '") of the frame.
12. Masque de plongée selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 9, dans lequel le tube de respiration (120,120') est détachable du cadre12. Diving mask according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the breathing tube (120, 120 ') is detachable from the frame
(112), et dans lequel le tube de respiration (120,1200 comporte le dispositif de télécommunication (1500,1500'). (112), and wherein the breathing tube (120, 1200 comprises the telecommunication device (1500, 1500 ').
13. Masque de plongée (210) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 9, dans lequel ledit masque de plongée comporte en outre un raccord amovible (600) agencé pour être monté au tube de respiration (220) et au cadre (212), de sorte que le raccord amovible, lorsqu'il est monté au tube de respiration et au cadre, forme une connexion fluidique au moins entre la chambre inférieure (252) et le canal du tube de respiration (221), le raccord amovible étant désolidarisable du cadre et du tube de respiration, et dans lequel le raccord amovible comporte le dispositif de télécommunication (2500). The diving mask (210) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein said diving mask further comprises a removable connector (600) arranged to be mounted to the breathing tube (220) and the frame (212). ), so that the removable connector, when mounted to the breathing tube and the frame, forms a fluid connection at least between the lower chamber (252) and the channel of the breathing tube (221), the removable connector being detachable from the frame and the breathing tube, and wherein the removable connector comprises the telecommunication device (2500).
14. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 13, dans lequel le dispositif de télécommunication (2500) comporte un haut-parleur (2514) logé dans le raccord amovible (600). The diving mask according to claim 13, wherein the telecommunication device (2500) comprises a speaker (2514) housed in the removable connector (600).
15. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 13, dans lequel le dispositif de télécommunication comporte au moins un haut-parleur déporté (25140 qui est agencé pour être disposé en regard de l'une des oreilles de l'utilisateur. 15. Diving mask according to claim 13, wherein the telecommunication device comprises at least one remote speaker (25140) which is arranged to be arranged facing one of the ears of the user.
16. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 15, dans lequel le cadre (212) comporte un élément de fixation pour tenir le haut-parleur déporté (2514'). The diving mask of claim 15, wherein the frame (212) includes a fastener for holding the remote speaker (2514 ').
17. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 15, dans lequel le raccord amovible comporte un bras de liaison (6147) portant le haut-parleur déporté, le bras de liaison s'étendant selon un côté latéral du masque de plongée. The diving mask according to claim 15, wherein the removable connector comprises a link arm (614 7 ) carrying the remote speaker, the link arm extending along a lateral side of the diving mask.
18. Masque de plongée selon l'une quelconque des revendications 13 à 17, dans lequel le dispositif de télécommunication (2500) comporte une antenne (2517) qui est disposée dans un élément de jonction (616") configuré pour s'étendre le long du tube de respiration, ledit élément de jonction ayant une extrémité (617",617"') agencée pour être fixée à l'extrémité distale (220b) du tube de respiration. The diving mask according to any one of claims 13 to 17, wherein the telecommunication device (2500) comprises an antenna (2517) which is disposed in a junction element (616 ") configured to extend along of the breathing tube, said connecting member having an end (617 ", 617" ') arranged to be attached to the distal end (220b) of the breathing tube.
19. Masque de plongée l'une quelconque des revendications 13 à 18, dans lequel le tube de respiration (210) comporte un organe de fixation (229), tandis que le cadre (212) comporte un dispositif de fixation (228) agencé pour pouvoir être fixé de manière désolidarisable à l'organe de fixation (229) du tube de respiration afin de pouvoir former une liaison étanche entre le tube de respiration et le cadre, et dans lequel le raccord amovible (600) comporte une première partie de fixation (608) agencée pour être fixée de manière désolidarisable avec l'organe de fixation (229) du tube de respiration, et une seconde partie de fixation (610) agencée pour pouvoir être fixée de manière désolidarisable avec le dispositif de fixation (228) du cadre, de façon à pouvoir former une première liaison étanche entre le tube de respiration et le raccord amovible, et une deuxième liaison étanche entre le cadre et le raccord amovible. 19. A diving mask according to any one of claims 13 to 18, wherein the breathing tube (210) comprises a fastener (229), while the frame (212) comprises a fastening device (228) arranged to being releasably attachable to the breathing tube attachment member (229) so as to form a sealed connection between the breathing tube and the frame, and wherein the detachable connector (600) includes a first attachment portion (608) arranged to be releasably secured to the breathing tube attachment member (229), and a second fastening portion (610) arranged to be detachably attachable to the fastener (228) of the frame, so as to form a first sealed connection between the breathing tube and the removable connector, and a second sealed connection between the frame and the removable connector.
20. Masque de plongée (210) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 19, dans lequel la cloison (246) comporte au moins un passage (254) pour autoriser une circulation d'air inspiré dirigée de la chambre supérieure (250) vers la chambre inférieure (252) lors d'une phase d'inspiration de l'utilisateur, et dans lequel le tube de respiration a un canal d'admission d'air inspiré (260) et au moins un premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré (262), de sorte que lorsque ledit tube de respiration est connecté fluidiquement avec le cadre, le canal d'admission d'air inspiré est relié fluidiquement avec la chambre supérieure, tandis que le premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré est relié fluidiquement avec la chambre inférieure. The diving mask (210) according to any one of claims 1 to 19, wherein the partition (246) has at least one passage (254) for allowing inspired airflow directed from the upper chamber (250). to the lower chamber (252) during a user inspiration phase, and wherein the breathing tube has an inspired air intake channel (260) and at least a first exhaust channel exhaled air (262), so that when said breathing tube is fluidly connected with the frame, the inspired air intake channel is fluidly connected with the upper chamber, while the first air exhaust channel exhaled is fluidly connected with the lower chamber.
21. Masque de plongée selon la revendication 20 et l'une quelconque des revendications 13 à 19, caractérisé en ce que le raccord amovible (600,... ,600"') comporte un conduit d'admission d'air inspiré (602) et au moins un premier conduit d'échappement d'air expiré (604,606), et en ce que, lorsque le raccord amovible, le tube de respiration (220) et le cadre (212) sont montés ensemble, le conduit d'admission d'air inspiré (602) du raccord amovible relie fluidiquement le canal d'admission d'air inspiré (260) du tube de respiration à la chambre supérieure (250), tandis que le premier conduit d'échappement d'air expiré (604,606) du raccord amovible relie fluidiquement la chambre inférieure au premier canal d'échappement d'air expiré (262,264). 21. Diving mask according to claim 20 and any one of claims 13 to 19, characterized in that the removable connector (600, ..., 600 "') comprises an inspired air intake duct (602 ) and at least a first expired air exhaust duct (604,606), and in that, when the detachable connector, the breathing tube (220) and the frame (212) are mounted together, the intake duct of inspired air (602) of the removable connector fluidly connects the inspired air intake channel (260) of the breathing tube to the upper chamber (250), while the first expired air exhaust duct (604,606 ) of the removable connector fluidly connects the lower chamber to the first exhaled air outlet channel (262,264).
22. Raccord amovible (600,... ,600'") d'un masque de plongée (210) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 13 à 21, caractérisé en ce que le raccord amovible comporte au moins un conduit, dans lequel, lorsque le raccord amovible est fixé au masque de plongée (210), le conduit relie fluidiquement le tube de respiration (220) à la chambre inférieure, et en ce que le raccord amovible comporte un dispositif de télécommunication (500). 22. Removable coupling (600, ..., 600 '") of a diving mask (210) according to any one of claims 13 to 21, characterized in that the removable coupling comprises at least one duct, in which when the detachable connector is attached to the dive mask (210), the conduit fluidly connects the breathing tube (220) to the lower chamber, and in that the detachable connector includes a telecommunication device (500).
23. Tube de respiration amovible (120,120') d'un masque de plongée (110) selon la revendication 12, ledit masque de plongée ayant un cadre (112), caractérisé en que le tube de respiration comporte une partie de fixation (121) pour sa fixation amovible au cadre du masque, et un dispositif de télécommunication (1500,15000. 23. A detachable breathing tube (120, 120 ') of a diving mask (110) according to claim 12, said dive mask having a frame (112), characterized in that the breathing tube has a fastening portion (121). for its removable attachment to the frame of the mask, and a telecommunication device (1500, 15000.
24. Boîtier pour microphone (1509) d'un masque de plongée (110) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 21, le tube de respiration (120) comportant une paroi (127) dans laquelle est formé un orifice (129), ledit boîtier étant caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un microphone (1504) et qu'il est monté à la paroi (127) du tube de respiration en s'étendant à travers l'orifice (129), le boîtier comportant une face (1515) disposée à l'intérieur du tube (120) et des moyens d'étanchéité (1519, 15190 configurés pour assurer l'étanchéité entre la paroi (127) et le boîtier (1509), le boîtier comportant en outre un bloc amortisseur (1521) disposé entre le microphone (1504) et la face (1515). 24. Microphone housing (1509) of a diving mask (110) according to any one of claims 1 to 21, the breathing tube (120) having a wall (127) in which an orifice (129) is formed, said housing being characterized in that it comprises a microphone (1504) and is mounted to the wall (127) of the breathing tube extending through the orifice (129), the housing having a face (1515) disposed within the tube (120) and sealing means (1519, 15190 configured to seal between the wall (127) and the housing (1509), the housing further comprising a damper block (1521) disposed between the microphone (1504) and the face (1515).
25. Boîtier pour microphone (1509) selon la revendication 24, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte en outre un corps (1511) définissant un logement dans lequel est disposé le microphone (1504), la face présentant une épaisseur inférieure à celle du corps. 25. microphone housing (1509) according to claim 24, characterized in that it further comprises a body (1511) defining a housing in which is disposed the microphone (1504), the face having a thickness less than that of the body .
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