JP2014081171A - Humidifier - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a humidifier allowed to be beautifully decorated as a decorative body while performing suitable natural humidification.SOLUTION: The humidifier includes a water container 2 having an insertion hole with an upper opened shape and a three-dimensional decorative element 1 configured by folding water absorptive nonwoven cloth plural times and provided with an insertion leg part formed like a radial cross-sectional shape and allowed to be inserted into the insertion hole, further includes a holding lid 6 provided with a radially shaped through hole and allowed to be attached to the insertion hole, and is configured so that posture of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 in a use state can be held by inserting the insertion leg part into the through hole of the holding lid 6.

Description

  The present invention relates to a naturally vaporizing humidifier.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a humidifier has been proposed in which a sheet-shaped humidifying element is placed in a container filled with water, and the humidifying element is humidified by containing water and evaporating the humidifying element (see Patent Document 1).

JP 2004-271156 A

  However, since the conventional humidifier has a planar shape of the sheet-like humidifying element, the design variation is poor, and the decorativeness is not sufficient for use as an interior product. In addition, when the humidifying element sucks up the water as a whole, the water-containing end becomes heavy, and the humidifying element gets wet and its rigidity decreases, so the humidifying element cannot hold its own weight and can maintain its posture. There was a drawback that it could not be sufficiently humidified because it was bent and collapsed.

  Then, an object of this invention is to provide the humidifier which performs moderate natural humidification and can be beautifully decorated as a decorative body.

  The humidifier according to the present invention includes a water container having an insertion hole having an upper opening shape, and an insertion leg portion having a radial cross section that is configured by folding a water-absorbing nonwoven fabric a plurality of times and can be inserted into the insertion hole. A three-dimensional decorative element, a radial through-hole is formed, and a holding lid attached to the insertion hole is provided, and the insertion is inserted into the through-hole of the holding lid in use A leg portion is inserted to maintain the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element.

Further, a water container having an insertion hole with an upper opening shape and a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics are assembled in a lattice shape in plan view, and an insertion leg portion having a non-circular cross section that can be inserted into the insertion hole is formed. A three-dimensional decorative element, and a non-circular through hole is formed and a holding lid attached to the insertion hole is provided, and the inserted into the through hole of the holding lid in use. A leg portion is inserted to maintain the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element.
In addition, the three-dimensional decorative element is configured so that a plurality of air flow passages communicating in the vertical direction are formed in the use state, and the cross-section is substantially overlapped in a single letter shape in the unused state. is there.

  According to the humidifier of the present invention, a three-dimensional decorative element can be erected on a water container in a stable posture. Variations in the design of the three-dimensional decoration element can be increased and beautifully decorated, and the rigidity of the three-dimensional decoration element can be improved and the standing posture can be reliably maintained. The three-dimensional decorative element maintains a three-dimensional posture and can reliably evaporate water by touching air. It can be used as an interior that improves the landscape of homes and offices, and can be moderately humidified according to the humidity of the room. Moreover, even if the water container falls down unexpectedly, it is difficult for the water to spill.

It is the perspective view which showed the 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is the perspective view which showed the 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is the perspective view which showed the 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a principal part cross-sectional front view which shows the use condition of the humidifier of FIG. It is a top view of the use condition of the humidifier of FIG. It is a top view of the unused state of the solid decoration element of FIG. It is a top view which shows an example of a holding lid. It is a top view which shows another holding lid. It is the top view which showed another holding lid, (a) is a holding lid with a through-hole having an elongated hole shape, (b) is a holding lid with a through-hole having an eight-sided radial shape, and (c) is a through-hole with a well. It is a holding lid which is the character shape. It is the perspective view which showed other embodiment of this invention. It is a principal part expanded sectional front view which shows the use condition of the humidifier of FIG. FIG. 12 is a plan view of the holding lid of FIG. 11. It is a principal part expanded sectional front view which showed the modification of the humidifier. It is a perspective view which shows another holding lid. It is sectional drawing which shows another holding lid. It is a perspective view which shows another holding lid.

Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings illustrating embodiments.
1 and 2 show a first embodiment and a second embodiment of the present invention. The humidifier of the present invention includes a water container 2 and a three-dimensional decorative element 1 configured by folding a water-absorbing nonwoven fabric a plurality of times.
As shown in FIG. 4, the water container 2 has an insertion hole 4 having an upper opening shape, and the three-dimensional decorative element 1 has insertion legs 3 a having a radial cross section that can be inserted into the insertion hole 4. Is formed.
The humidifier of the present invention is provided with a holding lid 6 that is attached to the insertion hole 4 of the water container 2, and the holding lid 6 is formed with a radial through hole 6 a (see FIG. 7). . 1 and 2, the insertion leg 3a is inserted into the through hole 6a of the holding lid 6 so that the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is maintained.

In FIG. 1, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is formed by punching out a water-absorbing nonwoven fabric to form a plurality of design portions Z shaped like animals (horses in the illustrated example), and the valley folds gather at the central portion (inner peripheral side). In this way, when bent by a fold line in the vertical direction and rounded, a plurality of design portions Z are arranged at equal intervals on the entire circumference and formed like a merry-go-round. Hereinafter, the humidifier shown in FIG. 1 is a merry-go-round type.
In FIG. 2, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 has a shape imitating a flame when it is folded along a vertical fold line so that a valley fold is gathered at the center (inner circumference side). The three-dimensional decorative element 1 in FIG. 2 is preferably colored red or blue. Hereinafter, the humidifier shown in FIG. 2 is a flame type.
In the merry-go-round type and flame type humidifiers, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is formed in a cross-sectional radial shape as a whole, and the insertion leg portion 3a connected to the lower part of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 has a cross-sectional radial shape. It is formed (not shown). The three-dimensional decorative element 1 is configured so that when the insertion leg 3a is immersed in water, the water is sucked up and soaked in the whole by a capillary phenomenon.

As shown in FIG. 4, the water container 2 is provided with a bottom portion 8 for storing water W and a cylindrical portion 9 a that is fitted into the opening of the bottom portion 8 and has an insertion hole 4 on the inside. And an upper member 9 to be operated.
The holding lid 6 has a short cylindrical portion 16 projecting below the disc-shaped main body portion 15 by placing the outer peripheral edge of the disc-shaped main body portion 15 in which the through-hole 6a is formed on the upper end of the cylindrical portion 9a. It is shallowly inserted into the upper end opening of the and is detachably attached. The holding lid 6 may be formed such that the short cylinder portion 16 is fitted around the upper end portion of the cylindrical portion 9a, or the short cylinder portion 16 may be omitted.

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a third embodiment of the present invention. The humidifier of the present invention has a non-circular cross-section that is constructed by assembling a water container 2 having an insertion hole 4 having an upper opening shape and a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics in a lattice shape in a plan view and can be inserted into the insertion hole 4. And a three-dimensional decorative element 1 on which an insertion leg 3b is formed. The humidifier shown in FIG. 3 has a non-circular through hole 6b (see FIG. 8) and a holding lid 6 attached to the insertion hole 4. The insertion leg 3b is inserted into the through hole 6b so that the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is maintained.
In FIG. 3, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is assembled by inserting a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics punched into a predetermined shape, and is formed in a shape that simulates a three-dimensional heart in the assembled state. Hereinafter, the humidifier shown in FIG.

In the use state of FIG. 5, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is formed with a plurality of air flow passages 7 communicating in the vertical direction. The three-dimensional decoration element 1 is entirely formed in a lattice shape in plan view, and therefore the insertion leg 3b is formed in a cross shape or a lattice shape. The holding lid 6 has a cross-shaped through-hole 6b (see FIG. 8) corresponding to the insertion leg 3b. The insertion leg 3b may have a well shape, and the through hole 6b may be formed in a well shape correspondingly (see FIG. 9C).
In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, in an unused state, it is configured to be superimposed in a substantially single character section.
The three-dimensional decorative element 1 has such a rigidity that it can maintain its posture even in a state of containing water by maintaining a self-supporting state by engaging a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics. Further, by forming a plurality of air flow passages 7 in a lattice shape in plan view, a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics are spaced apart from each other to increase the area in contact with air, and the capillary phenomenon from the insertion leg 3b. The water sucked up by is naturally evaporated and humidifies the surrounding air.
Furthermore, when not in use, a plurality of water-absorbing non-woven fabrics can be overlapped so that the air flow passage 7 is deformed into a rhombus, and can be carried as a thin laminate, facilitating packaging in the distribution channel and convenient handling. It becomes.

The usage method (action) of the humidifier of the present invention described above will be described.
As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, a three-dimensional decorative element 1 is erected and decorated on a water container 2 containing water W. The humidifier according to the present invention has a three-dimensional decorative element 1 formed in a three-dimensional structure, has a high design, and is installed in a living room at home, an office, a museum, a museum, an exhibition hall, etc. Can be used. The three-dimensional decorative element 1 is inserted into the insertion hole 4 by inserting the insertion leg 3a (3b) into the through hole 6a (6b) of the holding lid 6, and stably maintains the standing posture. At this time, in the merry-go-round type humidifier of FIG. 1 and the flame type humidifier of FIG. 2, the radial insertion leg 3 a is fitted into the through hole 6 a, and the mountain-folded end on the outer peripheral side of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 The part holds the three-dimensional posture at equal intervals. The three-dimensional decorative element 1 immerses the lower part of the insertion leg 3a (3b) in water and sucks up the water by capillary action. A vertical air flow passage 7 is formed between the mountain-folded ends of the three-dimensional decorative element 1, and air is smoothly circulated without blocking the flow, and is sucked up according to the humidity of the surrounding air. Evaporate the water.

In addition, in the heart-shaped humidifier of FIG. 3, a cross-shaped or lattice-shaped insertion leg 3 a is fitted into the through hole 6 a so that the air flow passage 7 has a square shape in plan view. The posture is held (in a plan view lattice shape) (see FIG. 5). The three-dimensional decorative element 1 held in a lattice shape is formed with an air flow passage 7 that communicates in the vertical direction, smoothly flowing air without blocking the flow, and sucked up according to the humidity of the surrounding air Evaporate the water.
The humidifier of the present invention naturally evaporates the water contained in the three-dimensional decorative element 1, so that when the surrounding air is dry, a large amount of water soaked into the three-dimensional decorative element 1 evaporates, When the air is humid and damp, water hardly evaporates from the three-dimensional decorative element 1. That is, natural humidification is performed in accordance with the humidity of the surrounding air to create a favorable environment in the indoor space. Thus, the humidifier of the present invention is useful for suppressing the spread of viruses, preventing dry eyes, and protecting paintings, arts, ceramics / porcelain, antiques, and wooden products from drying. In addition, since the holding lid 6 is attached to the insertion hole 4, even if the water container 2 falls down unexpectedly, it is difficult for water to overflow to the outside, and it is placed near the PC or important documents in the office. Even if it is installed near a precious painting or artwork, it can be used safely.

As shown in FIG. 9, if the insertion leg 3a (3b) of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 has a single character shape, the holding lid 6 is formed with a through hole 6a (6b) in the shape of a long hole. Alternatively, it is preferable to form an octagonal radial shape. Or when the insertion leg part 3b is the shape of a well, the through-hole 6b may be formed in the shape of a well corresponding to this.
As described above, a plurality of types of holding lids 6 are prepared in advance, and can be used interchangeably according to the shape of the insertion leg portion 3a (3b) of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 to be used. is there. According to this configuration, the holding lid 6 can correspond to two or more types of three-dimensional decorative elements 1 having insertion legs 3a (3b) having different shapes. Depending on the mood, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 having a desired design can be selected from a plurality of types and used.

Next, other embodiments of the humidifier of the present invention will be described.
In FIG. 10, a plastic bottle as a beverage container is reused to form a water container 2, a drinking mouth is used as an insertion hole 4, and a holding lid 6 is attached. In the use state shown in FIG. 10, the insertion leg 3b of the three-dimensional decoration element 1 is inserted into the non-circular through hole 6b formed in the holding lid 6, and the lower part of the insertion leg 3b is immersed in water W. The water is sucked up by capillary action. The insertion leg portion 3b is inserted into the through hole 6b of the holding lid 6 so that the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is maintained.
In FIG. 10, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is formed into a shape imitating a three-dimensional animal when assembled by inserting a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics punched into a predetermined shape. Hereinafter, the humidifier shown in FIG. 10 is an animal type. The three-dimensional decorative element 1 is formed in a lattice shape in plan view. By reusing a plastic bottle that has finished serving as a beverage container as the water container 2, it is possible to save petroleum resources and contribute to environmental conservation.

As shown in FIG. 11, the holding lid 6 has a non-circular through-hole 6b with a protruding portion 19 projecting upward, and a plurality of small projections 12, 12, 12 projecting from the inner peripheral surface. ing. The small protrusions 12, 12, 12 are engaged with a cap spiral groove 14 formed on the outer peripheral surface of the insertion hole 4 of the water container 2 (pet bottle), and the holding lid 6 is fixed to the water container 2. Yes. The small protrusions 12 are preferably provided at four locations on the inner peripheral surface of the holding lid 6.
In the top view of FIG. 12, the figure by which the through-hole 6b of the holding | maintenance cover 6 is formed in the shape of a long hole is illustrated. The through-hole 6b of the holding lid 6 may have a radial shape, a cross shape, or a well shape.

Further, as shown in FIG. 13, the holding lid 6 may be formed by forming a non-circular through hole 6 b with a recessed portion 20 that is depressed downward. The holding lid 6 has a plurality of small protrusions 12, 12, 12 projecting on the inner peripheral surface thereof, and is engaged with a cap spiral groove 14 formed on the outer peripheral surface of the insertion hole 4 of the water container 2 (pet bottle). They are fixed together.
In FIG. 14, two or more types of plates 21 and 21 having through holes 6b having different shapes are attached to the holding lid 6 in a replaceable manner. According to this configuration, the through-hole 6b of the holding lid 6 is easily associated with the two or more types of three-dimensional decorative elements 1 having the insertion legs 3b having different shapes, and the atmosphere of the installation place and the user's mood The three-dimensional decorative element 1 having a favorite design can be selected and used from a plurality of types.
Further, as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, it is preferable that a fitting plate 22 having a through hole 6 b can be fitted to the holding lid 6. The fitting plate 22 has blade portions 22A and 22A formed at two locations on the outer peripheral edge portion, and the holding lid 6 has fitting holes 18 and 18 into which the blade portions 22A and 22A are fitted. When the fitting plate 22 is pushed into the holding lid 6 from above, the blade portions 22A and 22A are elastically deformed and snapped into the fitting holes 18 and 18, and conversely when pushed up from above ( It can be easily removed.

  In the humidifier of the present invention, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be arbitrarily designed in addition to the four embodiments shown in FIG. 1 to FIG. 3 and FIG. It is also desirable to form a three-dimensional structure that imitates a person, plant, building, or the like. The water container 2 may use a cup or a mug.

  As described above, the humidifier according to the present invention is configured to fold the water container 2 having the upper opening-like insertion hole 4 and the water-absorbing nonwoven fabric a plurality of times, and to be inserted into the insertion hole 4. A three-dimensional decorative element 1 formed with a shaped insertion leg 3a, a radial through hole 6a and a holding lid 6 attached to the insertion hole 4 are provided. Since the insertion leg 3a is inserted into the through hole 6a of the holding lid 6 to maintain the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element 1, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be erected on the water container 2 in a stable posture. . Variations in the design of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be increased and beautifully decorated, and the rigidity of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be improved and the standing posture can be reliably maintained. The mountain-folded end portions of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 are equally spaced to maintain a three-dimensional posture, and the water can be evaporated well by reliably touching the air. It can be used as an interior that improves the landscape of homes and offices, and can be moderately humidified according to the humidity of the room. Moreover, even if the water container 2 falls down, it is difficult for water to spill. Since no power source is required, it is possible to save electric energy and contribute to environmental conservation. If installed in a home or office, it can prevent dry skin and prevent the spread of viruses and prevent dry eyes. Also, in museums, exhibition halls, etc., paintings, works of art, ceramics, It protects porcelain, antiques, and wood products from drying and can maintain moderate humidity.

  Further, the insertion leg 3b having a non-circular cross-section that is configured by assembling a water container 2 having an insertion hole 4 having an upper opening shape and a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics in a lattice shape in a plan view and can be inserted into the insertion hole 4. The three-dimensional decorative element 1 is formed, a non-circular through hole 6b is formed, and a holding lid 6 to be attached to the insertion hole 4 is provided. Since the insertion leg 3b is inserted into the through-hole 6b and the posture of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is maintained, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be erected on the water container 2 in a stable posture. Variations in the design of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be increased and beautifully decorated, and the rigidity of the three-dimensional decorative element 1 can be improved and the standing posture can be reliably maintained. The three-dimensional decorative element 1 maintains a three-dimensional posture, and can reliably touch the air and evaporate water well. It can be used as an interior that improves the landscape of homes and offices, and can be moderately humidified according to the humidity of the room. Moreover, even if the water container falls down, it is difficult for water to spill. Since no power source is required, it is possible to save electric energy and contribute to environmental conservation. If installed in a home or office, it can prevent dry skin and prevent the spread of viruses and prevent dry eyes. Also, in museums, exhibition halls, etc., paintings, works of art, ceramics, It protects porcelain, antiques, and wood products from drying and can maintain moderate humidity.

  In addition, the three-dimensional decorative element 1 is configured so that a plurality of air flow passages 7 communicating in the vertical direction are formed in the use state, and is superposed in a substantially single section in the unused state. The three-dimensional decorative element 1 can increase the area in contact with air, reliably evaporate the sucked-up water, moderately humidify the surrounding air, and can be carried as a thin laminate when not in use. Easy packaging.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Three-dimensional decoration element 2 Water container 3a, 3b Insertion leg part 4 Insertion hole 6 Holding lid | cover 6a, 6b Through-hole 7 Air flow path

Claims (3)

A water container (2) having an upper opening-like insertion hole (4) and an insertion leg portion having a radial cross section that is configured by folding a water-absorbing nonwoven fabric a plurality of times and can be inserted into the insertion hole (4) ( A three-dimensional decorative element (1) formed with 3a),
A radial through-hole (6a) is formed, and a holding lid (6) is provided to be attached to the insertion hole (4), and the through-hole ( A humidifier characterized in that the insertion leg (3a) is inserted into 6a) to maintain the posture of the three-dimensional decoration element (1). Non-circular cross-section that is constructed by assembling a water container (2) having an insertion hole (4) with an upper opening shape and a plurality of water-absorbing nonwoven fabrics in a lattice shape in a plan view and can be inserted into the insertion hole (4) A three-dimensional decorative element (1) formed with an insertion leg (3b) of
A non-circular through hole (6b) is formed and a holding lid (6) is provided to be attached to the insertion hole (4), and the through hole of the holding lid (6) is provided in use. A humidifier characterized in that the insertion leg (3b) is inserted into (6b) to maintain the posture of the three-dimensional decoration element (1).   The three-dimensional decorative element (1) is configured such that a plurality of air flow passages (7) communicating in the vertical direction are formed in the used state, and that the cross section is superposed in a single letter shape in the unused state. The humidifier according to claim 1 or 2.

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