JP2015019920A - Mask and auxiliary spacer - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a face mask and an auxiliary spacer thereof by using a commercially available face mask, which is a type of covering mouth and nose, with leaving it as it is, without damaging its function, so that a user can use the face mask without worrying about such as the makeup coming off or pressure marks by attaching it, and the user can breath and has conversations smoothly.SOLUTION: A face mask 1 possesses a face mask body 2 and an auxiliary spacer 3 which is interposed between the face mask body 2 and a face. In the face mask 1, the auxiliary spacer 3 forms annular to cover the vicinity of a mouth and a nose of a user. Furthermore, the auxiliary spacer 3 is formed out of air-impermeable material, has flexibility, and is closely fitted on the face by attaching the face mask body 2 to the face.

Description

  The present invention relates to a mask including an auxiliary spacer for preventing breathing due to mask compression without impairing the function of the mask, and the auxiliary spacer.

  Conventionally, a mask of a type that covers both the nose and the mouth has been sold and used. Many conventional masks of this type have attachment members such as rubber straps for ear hooks on both sides of a mask body made of a rectangular cloth. Further, conventional masks are enhanced in function of preventing virus infection and preventing inflow of dust and pollen by increasing the density of gauze or providing a diaphragm.

JP 2002-748 A JP 2007-97904 A

  Conventional masks that cover both the mouth and nose have the problem that the main surface of the mask body sticks to the nose or mouth during breathing, making it difficult to breathe and causing discomfort. Further, since the conventional mask has a close contact between the mask body and the mouth and nose, there is a disadvantage that women can take lipstick and makeup, and adhere to the mask body. Furthermore, if you talk while wearing a mask, your voice is muffled and difficult to hear. In particular, in the case of using a mask having improved adhesion to the face and having almost no gap, inconveniences often occur in breathing, makeup removal, conversation, and the like.

  In addition, the conventional mask has rubber straps attached to both sides of the mask body in close contact with the face.If the mask is removed, the rubber strap marks will remain on the face. It was a factor reminiscent of use.

  Therefore, the present invention uses a commercially available mask that covers both the mouth and nose without losing the function of the mask such as drying the nose and preventing inflow of dust or pollen. It is an object of the present invention to provide a mask and an auxiliary spacer that can be used without worrying about dropping or wearing traces and that can smoothly perform breathing and conversation.

  In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, a mask according to the present invention is a mask having a mask body and an auxiliary spacer interposed between the mask body and the face, and the auxiliary spacer includes a user's nose and mouth. It is formed of an air-impermeable material that does not allow outside air to pass through, has flexibility, and is closely attached to the face when the mask body is attached to the face. It is.

  Further, the auxiliary spacer according to the present invention is an auxiliary spacer interposed between the mask main body and the face, and is formed of an air-impermeable material that does not allow outside air to pass through and has a ring shape that covers the periphery of the user's nose and mouth. The mask body is closely attached to the face when the mask body is attached to the face.

According to the mask to which the present invention is applied, since an auxiliary spacer is interposed between the mask main body and the face, a space is formed between the mask main body and the user's nostril or mouth. Therefore, according to the mask, the mask body does not stick to the nose or mouth by breathing, and there is no breathing difficulty.

It is a top view which shows the mask to which this invention was applied. It is a perspective view which attaches an auxiliary spacer to a mask main part. It is a side view which shows the state which mounted | wore with the mask to which this invention was applied. It is a side view which shows the state which mounted | wore with the mask to which this invention was applied. It is a perspective view which shows the state which the auxiliary spacer is deform | transforming according to the unevenness | corrugation of a face. It is a figure which shows the shape of an auxiliary | assistant spacer, (A) is a perfect circle, (B) is an ellipse, (C) is a shape where two curved parts continue through a constriction part, (D) is four curved parts. The shape which continues through a constriction part is shown. It is a figure which shows the substantially rectangular shaped auxiliary spacer. It is a figure which shows the substantially triangular auxiliary spacer. It is a figure which cut | disconnects and shows a part of auxiliary spacer in which the cross section was formed in the perfect circle shape. It is a figure which cut | disconnects and shows a part of auxiliary spacer in which the cross section was formed in the ellipse shape.

  Hereinafter, a mask and an auxiliary spacer to which the present invention is applied will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. Further, the drawings are schematic, and the ratio of each dimension may be different from the actual one. Specific dimensions should be determined in consideration of the following description. Moreover, it is a matter of course that portions having different dimensional relationships and ratios are included between the drawings.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the mask 1 to which the present invention is applied includes a mask body 2 and an auxiliary spacer 3 interposed between the mask body 2 and the face.

[Mask body]
The mask body 2 is formed into a sheet shape using a breathable material such as a fabric, a nonwoven fabric, or paper, and a commercially available mask can also be used. The mask body 2 is preferably a non-woven fabric from the viewpoint of ease of processing and economy. For example, various non-woven fabrics such as a melt blown non-woven fabric, a spunbond non-woven fabric, a thermal bond non-woven fabric by an air-through method, and a spunlace non-woven fabric are used. Can do. A desired function can be imparted to the mask body 2 by appropriately combining these various nonwoven fabrics. The mask body 2 is large enough to cover the nose and mouth when worn on the user's face.

  Further, when the mask body 2 is mounted on the user's face, rubber bands 5 for mounting are attached to both side surfaces 2a facing both sides of the user's head. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 3, the mask main body 2 may be continuously formed from the mask main body 2 with a strip-shaped ear hook piece 6 extending toward both sides of the user's head. In addition, the mask main body 2 may be formed with various mounting members that can be hung around the user's head or ear to mount the mask main body 2 on the user's face.

  The mask main body 2 may be appropriately folded into a pleat shape, and may be formed into a substantially bowl shape by widening the crease during use, or may have various shapes such as a laminate of a plurality of sheets. .

[Auxiliary spacer]
The auxiliary spacer 3 is interposed between the mask main body 2 and the user's face to form a predetermined gap between the mask main body 2 and the user's face. The auxiliary spacer 3 has an annular shape that covers the periphery of the user's nose and mouth. As shown in FIG. 4, the auxiliary spacer 3 is applied to the mouth, cheeks, and nose of the user's face when used, and from the opening 3 a to the mouth and the mouth. Let the nostrils face. The auxiliary spacer 3 is held on the face of the user by attaching the mask body 2 from above, and is also in close contact with the mask body 2.

  The auxiliary spacer 3 is made of an air-impermeable material that does not allow outside air to pass through. The auxiliary spacer 3 can be formed of, for example, a vinyl resin or other known plastic film.

  Thus, in the mask 1 to which the present invention is applied, since the auxiliary spacer 3 is interposed between the mask body 2 and the face, a space is formed between the mask body 2 and the user's nostril or mouth. Is done. Therefore, according to the mask 1, the mask main body 2 does not stick to the nose or mouth by breathing, and there is no breathing difficulty.

  Further, since the mask 1 is separated from the mask main body 2 by the auxiliary spacer 3 in the mouth, mouth, nose and the periphery thereof, there is no inconvenience that the lipstick and makeup can be removed and the mask main body 2 is attached. Furthermore, even with the mask 1 on, the voice is not muffled and conversation is easy.

[Flexibility]
Here, the auxiliary spacer 3 preferably has flexibility. Due to the flexibility, when the auxiliary spacer 3 is attached to the face by the mask body 2, as shown in FIG. Thereby, the auxiliary spacer 3 is brought into close contact with the main surface 2b of the mask body 2 and the face of the user, and can effectively prevent inhalation of fine particles such as viruses, pollen and dust.

  That is, the mask 1 has the auxiliary spacer 3 interposed between the mask body 2 and the outer edge of the mask body 2 is reduced in adhesion to the user's face or separated from the face. In the mask 1, the nose and mouth facing the opening 3 a of the auxiliary spacer 3 are impermeable to the face, and the breathable auxiliary spacer 3 is in close contact with the auxiliary spacer 3. The main surface 2b of the mask body 2 is covered. As a result, the mask 1 ensures the inhalation of air from the main surface 2b of the mask main body 2 and effectively inhales microparticles such as viruses, pollen and dust by the main surface 2b of the mask main body 2 and the auxiliary spacer 3. Can be prevented.

  Further, the mask 1 can prevent the exhalation from leaking from both sides of the nose and fogging of the glasses by the flexible auxiliary spacer 3 being in close contact with the face.

  Further, the mask 1 has reduced adhesion to the face of the outer edge portion of the mask body 2 or is separated from the user's face, so that the wearing member such as the rubber strap 5 and the ear hook piece 6 of the mask body 2 can be removed. The pressure on the user's face is reduced. Therefore, the mask 1 can thin the trace of the mounting member remaining on the face after use, and can disappear in a short time. Alternatively, the mask 1 can prevent the mounting member from being marked on the face even after use by separating part or all of the mounting member from the face. In the conventional mask, since the outer edge portion of the mask body 2 is pressure-bonded to the face, a rubber string attached to the outer edge portion is also pressure-bonded to the face, and a mounting member such as a rubber string in a conspicuous position visible from the front of the face It was easy to leave a trace. However, in the mask 1, the adhesion of the outer edge portion of the mask body 2 is reduced or separated from the face, so that the mark of the mounting member is not effectively left at a conspicuous position seen from the front of the face. Can do. In addition, this can prevent the makeup from collapsing due to the crimping of the mounting member.

  Moreover, it is preferable to cover the surface of the auxiliary spacer 3 with a nonwoven fabric or a cloth. Since the auxiliary spacer 3 directly touches the face, covering with a non-woven fabric or a cloth ensures air permeability, and has an effect of absorbing sweat and hardly leaving a mark on the face, thereby improving the wearing feeling. be able to. Moreover, the auxiliary spacer 3 can be provided with adhesion to the face by covering the surface with a nonwoven fabric or a cloth.

  Therefore, it is preferable that the auxiliary spacer 3 is coated with a nonwoven fabric or a cloth at least on the side that touches the user's face. Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 can effectively prevent inhalation of fine particles such as viruses, pollen and dust by covering the surface with a nonwoven fabric or a cloth.

  The nonwoven fabric or fabric covering the surface of the auxiliary spacer may be laminated with a synthetic fiber cover such as nylon. Thereby, the strength can be improved, and it can be used in a sanitary manner by applying antibacterial treatment.

  Such an auxiliary spacer 3 has flexibility and is formed in a hollow ring shape, and can be formed by filling with gas. For example, the auxiliary spacer 3 is formed into a hollow ring like a floating ring and made of a flexible material such as vinyl resin and filled with air.

  Thereby, when the auxiliary spacer 3 is attached to the face by the mask body 2, the auxiliary spacer 3 is deformed along the unevenness of the face and is in close contact, effectively preventing the inhalation of fine particles such as viruses, pollen and dust, It is possible to prevent the exhalation from being expelled from both sides of the nose and to prevent fogging of the glasses.

  At this time, the auxiliary spacer 3 may be filled with a smaller amount of gas than the internal capacity. By filling the gas slightly smaller than the internal volume, the auxiliary spacer 3 can be easily deformed, and the adhesion to the face can be further improved.

[Valve part]
Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 may form a valve capable of injecting and exhausting the gas. The valve is not particularly limited, and various known valves such as those used in a floating ring or a bicycle tube can be used.

  By providing the valve, the auxiliary spacer 3 can adjust the gas filling amount according to the face shape of the user, and can improve the adhesion to the face. In addition, the auxiliary spacer 3 reduces or reduces the pressing force of the mounting members such as the rubber strap 5 and the ear piece 6 provided on the outer edge of the mask body 2 by adjusting the height from the face. The member can be adjusted to be separated from the face.

  In addition, the auxiliary spacer 3 may be formed by being flexible and formed in a hollow ring shape and filling gel inside. For example, the auxiliary spacer 3 is formed into a hollow ring like a floating ring with a flexible material such as vinyl resin, and a known gel-like body is filled therein. In this way, when the auxiliary spacer 3 is attached to the face by the mask body 2, the auxiliary spacer 3 is deformed and closely adhered along the unevenness of the face, and effectively prevents the inhalation of fine particles such as viruses, pollen and dust. It is possible to prevent the exhalation from being discharged from both sides of the nose and to prevent the fogging of the glasses.

  Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 may be filled with a smaller amount of gel than the internal capacity. By filling the gel slightly smaller than the internal volume, the auxiliary spacer 3 can be easily deformed, and the adhesion to the face can be further improved.

  Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 may be formed by covering an annular sponge with an air-impermeable material. For example, the auxiliary spacer 3 is formed by covering an annular sponge with a vinyl resin. In this way, when the auxiliary spacer 3 is attached to the face by the mask body 2, the auxiliary spacer 3 is deformed and closely adhered along the unevenness of the face, and effectively prevents the inhalation of fine particles such as viruses, pollen and dust. It is possible to prevent the exhalation from being discharged from both sides of the nose and to prevent the fogging of the glasses.

  In addition, when the auxiliary spacer 3 is formed into a hollow ring with the above-described flexible material and is formed by filling the inside with a gas, the pressure is evenly distributed over the whole, and it is easy with a small pressing force. It can be deformed to an advantage. On the other hand, when formed with a sponge, the pressure is not dispersed and only the pressed portion is deformed. Therefore, in order to closely contact the entire face of the auxiliary spacer 3, a larger pressing force is required as compared with a case where expectations are filled. Become.

[Auxiliary spacer shape]
Here, the auxiliary spacer 3 is preferably formed in a circular shape in plan view. By forming the auxiliary spacer 3 in a circular shape, when deformed along the unevenness of the face, the pressure is evenly distributed throughout, and the shape is stably maintained, and the durability and wearing feeling are improved. be able to.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, the circular shape here is a shape in which two curved portions are continuous via a constricted portion as shown by a perfect circle shape (A), an elliptical shape (B), and the outline of the numeral “8”. (C) or a shape (D) in which four curved portions are continuous via a constricted portion is also included.

  Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 may be formed in a rectangular shape as shown in FIG. By being formed in a rectangular shape, the auxiliary spacer 3 has a shape substantially similar to the shape of the mask main body 2 and can improve the adhesion to the mask main body 2.

  Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 may be formed in a triangular shape as shown in FIG. By being formed in a triangular shape, the auxiliary spacer 3 has a substantially similar shape to the face shape extending from the nose to the mouth, and can improve the adhesion to the face.

[Cross-sectional shape]
The auxiliary spacer 3 is preferably formed in a circular cross section as shown in FIG. By making the cross section into a circular shape, the auxiliary spacer 3 can uniformly distribute the internal pressure, stably hold the shape, and improve the durability and wearing feeling.

  Moreover, as shown in FIG. 10, the auxiliary spacer 3 may have an elliptical cross section. When the cross section is elliptical, it is preferable to form the curved surface 3b having a small curvature as a close contact surface between the face and the mask body 2. Thereby, the auxiliary spacer 3 can improve the adhesion between the face and the mask body 2 and the feeling of wearing.

[Removable / Integrated]
Further, the auxiliary spacer 3 and the mask body 2 may be detachably attached. For example, the auxiliary spacer 3 and the mask main body 2 can be made detachable by forming a hook-and-loop fastener on their close contact surfaces. Thereby, when either one of the mask main body 2 or the auxiliary spacer 3 is disposable, the mask 1 can be reused, and it is economical.

  Alternatively, the auxiliary spacer 3 and the mask body 2 may be inseparably attached in advance. Attachment of the auxiliary spacer 3 and the mask main body 2 can be performed by any method such as sewing, bonding, or welding. The mask 1 is inseparably attached to the auxiliary spacer 3 and the mask main body 2 to improve the adhesion and durability of the mask 1 and the minute amount of viruses, pollen, dust and the like from between the auxiliary spacer 3 and the mask main body 2. Inhalation of particles can be effectively prevented.

[Others]
Note that the auxiliary spacer 3 may be mounted and held on the face by the pressure applied when the mask main body 2 is mounted, or may have a mounting member independently. As the mounting member, as in the mask main body 2, a known method such as a rubber string, an ear hook piece, a band, a hook-and-loop fastener or the like that is hung around the user's head or ear can be used. Thereby, the auxiliary spacer 3 can adjust the wearing feeling independently from the mask body 2.

1 Mask, 2 Mask body, 3 Auxiliary spacer, 5 Rubber string, 6 Ear piece

Claims (10)

In a mask having a mask body and an auxiliary spacer interposed between the mask body and the face,
The auxiliary spacer has an annular shape that covers the periphery of the user's nose and mouth, is formed of an air-impermeable material that does not allow outside air to pass therethrough, has flexibility, and the mask body is attached to the face. A mask characterized by being in close contact with the face. The mask body has a mounting member that is pulled out to the side of the user's head and attaches the mask body to the user's face;
The mask according to claim 1, wherein the mounting member is provided with the auxiliary spacer to reduce a pressing force on the user's face.   The mask according to claim 2, wherein at least a part of the mounting member is separated from a user's face.   The mask according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the auxiliary spacer has flexibility, is formed in a hollow ring shape, and is filled with a gas or gel filler.   The mask according to claim 1, wherein the auxiliary spacer is detachably attached to the mask main body.   The mask according to claim 1, wherein the auxiliary spacer is inseparably attached to the mask main body. In the auxiliary spacer interposed between the mask body and the face,
It has an annular shape that covers the periphery of the user's nose and mouth, is formed of an air-impermeable material that does not allow the outside air to pass through, has flexibility, and is in close contact with the face when the mask body is attached to the face. An auxiliary spacer characterized by the above. The mask body has a mounting member that is pulled out to the side of the user's head and attaches the mask body to the user's face;
The said auxiliary spacer has the height which reduces the crimping | compression-bonding force to the user's face of the said mounting member, or separates at least one part of the said mounting member from a user's face. Auxiliary spacer.   The auxiliary spacer according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the auxiliary spacer has flexibility, is formed in a hollow annular shape, and is filled with a gas or gel filler.   The auxiliary spacer according to any one of claims 7 to 9, wherein the auxiliary spacer is detachable from the mask main body.

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