JP2021007678A - string - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a string which is not limited to one application, a string which is easy to be used by a sightless person, a physically handicapped person, and an elderly person, and a string capable of using as a distance-measuring means, and a member-hanging means which is easy to be used particularly by a sightless person, a physically handicapped person, and an elderly person.SOLUTION: The string includes a plurality of protrusions 2 provided by an equal distance, a plurality of string parts 4 provided between mutual respective protrusions 2, and ring parts 6 surrounded by adjacent two protrusions 2 and the plurality of string parts 4.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

The present invention relates to a string.

Various products and techniques have been proposed to facilitate the operation of drying laundry.
Patent Document 1 discloses a washing rope in which a spherical bulge is provided on the rope body and the length can be adjusted (see FIG. 8). Patent Document 1 discloses that a bulging portion 62 is provided on a rope main body 61, a loop 63 is hung between the bulging portions 62, and a hanger 42 is hung on the loop 63.
However, Patent Document 1 has a problem that the loop 63 is easily disengaged and the laundry is easily dropped. Further, it is necessary to prepare the loop 63 separately, which is inconvenient, and there is a problem that the hanger 42 is easily dropped if the hanger 42 is hung without using the loop 63.

As a commercial product, a washing rope with a slit for hanging a hanger is sold (for example, Oe, see FIG. 9). The size of the openings of the slits 72 and 73 allows the hanger to pass through, but since it is made small, there is an advantage that the passed hanger does not easily fall off.
However, it is desirable that there is a mechanism that makes it difficult to grasp the position of the slit and how long it is when used by a visually impaired person. In addition, it is convenient for the user to have a function that can be effectively used not only for washing but also for other purposes.

Jitsuzensho 59-085193

In addition to providing a string that is not limited to one use, the present invention provides a string that is easy for the blind, the physically handicapped, and the elderly to use, especially the blind and the physically handicapped. It is an object of the present invention to provide a string that can be used as a distance measuring means or a member hanging means that is easy for free people and elderly people to use.

In order to solve the above problems, the string of the present invention includes a plurality of convex portions provided at equal intervals, a plurality of string portions provided between the convex portions, and two adjacent convex portions and the convex portions. It is characterized by having a ring portion surrounded by the plurality of string portions.

According to the present invention, in addition to providing a string that is not limited to one use, a string that is easy to use for blind people, people with disabilities, elderly people, especially blind people and bodies. It is possible to provide a string that can be used as a distance measuring means or a member hanging means that is easy to use for people with disabilities and the elderly.

It is a schematic diagram which shows one Embodiment. It is an enlarged schematic diagram (A)-(C) which shows one Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram (A) and (B) which shows the use example of the hooking means. It is a schematic diagram which shows the use example of packing. It is a schematic diagram which shows the use example of packing. It is a schematic diagram which shows the use example of packing. It is a schematic diagram which shows the use example of a ladder. It is a schematic diagram which shows the use example of the mountaineering equipment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the use example of the door fixing member. It is a schematic diagram which shows an example of the prior art. It is a schematic diagram which shows another example of the prior art.

Hereinafter, the string according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The present invention is not limited to the embodiments shown below, and can be modified within the range conceivable by those skilled in the art, such as other embodiments, additions, modifications, and deletions. However, as long as the action and effect of the present invention are exhibited, it is included in the scope of the present invention.

The string of this embodiment is shown in FIG.
The string 1 of the present embodiment includes a plurality of convex portions 2 provided at equal intervals, a plurality of string portions 4 provided between the convex portions 2, two adjacent convex portions 2 and a plurality of string portions. It is characterized by having a ring portion 6 surrounded by 4.

The shape of the convex portion can be appropriately changed, and examples thereof include a spherical shape.
When it is spherical, it has a smooth feel when used as a distance measuring means (for example, a measure) by a visually impaired person, and discomfort when touched by hand can be reduced.

The shape of the convex portion may be a shape other than a spherical shape. For example, the knot when the string portion is tied may be a convex portion. In addition to the above, for example, the shape of a cube, the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped, and the like can be mentioned. It may have an elliptical shape. However, it is preferable that a larger proportion of the convex portions has the same shape among the plurality of convex portions.

The convex portions are provided at equal intervals, and since they are used at equal intervals, they can be used for a plurality of purposes, and various advantages can be obtained. In particular, when the string of the present embodiment is used as a measure, it becomes a measure that can be used even by a visually impaired person. Further, when the hooking member is hung on the string portion and used as a member hooking means for hanging an arbitrary member, the members can be hung at equal intervals.

The distance between the adjacent protrusions is preferably 5 cm to 100 cm. In such a range, when used as a clothesline, the laundry can keep a certain distance from each other, it becomes easy to dry, and a lot of laundry can be hung. Further, within the above range, there is an advantage that distance measurement is easy even when used as a measure by a visually impaired person.

As a method of measuring the distance between the adjacent convex portions, for example, a human pulls both ends of the string with a normal force to eliminate the slack of the string portion between the convex portions.

The length of the convex portions in the direction orthogonal to the arrangement direction of the convex portions is preferably 0.1 cm to 5 cm. In the above range, for example, when used as a measure by a visually impaired person, there is an advantage that it is easy to recognize with a finger and easy to measure. The length of the convex portions in the direction orthogonal to the arrangement direction of the convex portions is preferably larger than the thickness of the string. This makes it easier to grasp the convex portion when touched by hand.

The lengths of the convex portions in the direction orthogonal to the arrangement direction of the convex portions may be the same or different between the convex portions. In the case of different cases, for example, two convex portions having different sizes (referred to as a first convex portion and a second convex portion) are provided, and the first convex portion is provided adjacent to the first convex portion. Second convex portions larger than the convex portions may be provided at predetermined intervals. For example, the first convex portions may be provided at intervals of 10 cm, and the second convex portions may be provided at intervals of 1 m. In this case, for example, when it is used as a measure, a particularly useful effect is obtained, and it becomes easier to measure the length. Further, when used as a member hanging means, it is convenient because the member to be hung between the ring portion adjacent to the first convex portion and the ring portion adjacent to the second convex portion can be changed.

The material of the convex portion may be the same as that of the string portion described later, or may be a different material. Examples of the material of the convex portion include cotton, linen, plastic, resin, metal, and wood.

The method for producing the convex portion can be appropriately changed. For example, the convex portion may be produced by tying the string portion, may be produced by a separate process from the string portion, or may be produced by welding. Alternatively, it may be produced by melting the string portion.

The string portion is provided between the adjacent convex portions. The strings may be connected to each other or separated from each other. Further, the string portion may be formed by being twisted, or a plurality of string-shaped members may be bundled into one string portion.

The material of the string portion can be changed as appropriate, and examples thereof include cotton, linen, plastic, resin, and metal.

The strength of the string portion can be appropriately changed, and can be appropriately changed according to the intended use. For example, the strength can be set so that it can be cut with scissors or the like while ensuring a certain level of strength. In this case, when used as a packing rope, it is possible to cut off an excess portion while ensuring the strength for packing the luggage, so that the packing can be easily performed. Further, when used as a laundry rope, it is possible to cut an excess portion for length adjustment while ensuring strength for holding the laundry.

The number of string portions provided between the adjacent convex portions can be appropriately changed, but is preferably two or three, and more preferably two. If there are two, the area of the ring portion can be easily taken, and it becomes easy to hang a hooking member such as a hanger.

The ring portion is an area surrounded by two adjacent convex portions and a plurality of string portions. The size of the region secured as the ring portion is not particularly limited, and is appropriately changed depending on the material and strength (hardness) of the string portion.

If you pull both ends of the string, the area of the ring will be small, and if you loosen both ends of the string, the area of the ring will be large. A schematic diagram of this is shown in FIG. FIG. 2A is an example in which both ends are loosened to increase the area of the ring portion, and FIG. 2B is an example in which both ends are pulled to reduce the area of the ring portion. Further, FIG. 2C is an example in the case where the number of string portions provided between the adjacent convex portions is three.

Next, an example of the use of the string of the present embodiment will be described.
As an application, for example, it can be used as a distance measuring means for measuring the length by a convex portion. Due to the convex portion, it is particularly useful for visually impaired people, physically handicapped people, and elderly people when measuring the length.

When used as a distance measuring means, the method of measuring the length is not particularly limited and can be appropriately changed. When measuring by a person who can see, the string of the present embodiment may be placed or fixed on the object or place to be measured, and the number of convex portions may be visually observed. When measuring by a blind person, for example, the length is measured by fixing any part of the string with tape or holding it with one hand and counting the number of convex parts while touching the string with the free hand. Can be measured.

Further, it can be used as a member hooking means for hooking an arbitrary member by hooking the hooking member on the string portion. The member to be hung is not particularly limited, and examples thereof include hangers, interior goods, lanterns, illuminations, foodstuffs, and appliances. As described above, since the convex portions are provided at equal intervals, the interval between the members can be adjusted accurately when the members are hooked, and there is an advantage that the layout is easy.

The hooking method can be changed as appropriate. For example, the hooking portion provided on the member may be hooked on the string portion, or other methods may be used. Examples of the hooking portion include a hanger hook and the like.

FIG. 3A shows an example in which the string of the present embodiment is used as a clothesline. The hanger 42 is hooked on the ring portion 6, and the string 1 is fixed to the support member 41 (such as a clothesline). According to the present embodiment, when both ends of the string 1 are pulled and fixed to the support member 41, the area of the ring portion 6 becomes small, and the hanger 42 is hard to fall even in a strong wind. Further, even when the string 1 is fixed to the support member 41, the hanger 42 can be hung on the ring portion 6.

According to this embodiment, for example, the following advantages can be obtained. Since the hanger 42 may be hung on the ring portion 6 with the string 1 placed on the floor and then fixed to the support member 41, even people with disabilities or elderly people who have difficulty raising their arms can easily wash the laundry. Can be dried. Such advantages can be obtained not only for clothes drying but also for other hooking members.

Further, when the string of the present embodiment is used as a clothesline, there is an advantage that the laundry can be stored in the closet as it is after the laundry has dried. An example is shown in FIG. 3 (B). As shown in the figure, since it can be stored in the closet 43 as it is, it is possible to save the trouble of taking in the laundry. Further, since the string of the present embodiment can be used by hooking only one ring portion on, for example, an S-shaped hook 48 in the closet 43, it can be stored very easily and vertically (vertically). Since it can be hung in the direction), it has a useful effect of saving storage space.

In addition to the above, it can also be used as a packing string.
FIGS. 4A to 4C show figures for explaining the case of using the string for packing.
As shown in FIG. 4A, the end 8b of the string of this embodiment is passed through the ring 6 at the other end 8a. In the figure, the arrows schematically indicate the direction in which the string is passed. As shown in FIG. 4B, by pulling the end portion 8b by hand 9 in the direction of the arrow, for example, after passing through the ring portion, the convex portions 2 are prevented from being caught and the string around the luggage is prevented from loosening. It will be easier. For this reason, for example, even a physically handicapped person or an elderly person can easily pack. FIG. 4C is a schematic view after packing is completed. The luggage 44 is not particularly limited, and examples thereof include magazines and the like.

Since the convex portions are evenly spaced and can be used as a distance measuring means, the width and height of the load can be measured before packing. In addition, even after packing, the width and height of the packed baggage can be measured by using the distance between the convex parts, which saves the trouble of using a measure when mailing or disposing of as garbage. Can be omitted.

FIG. 5 shows a diagram for explaining an example when it is used as a ladder.
As shown in FIG. 5, the ladder of the present embodiment has two strings 1 of the present embodiment arranged in parallel, a ring portion 6a of one string 1a, and one string 1a of the other string 1b. The scaffolding 10a (footrest member) fixed by using the ring portion 6a and the ring portion 6b facing the ring portion 6a of the above is provided.

The scaffolding 10a can be changed as appropriate, and may be, for example, a rod or a rope. Although not particularly limited, the scaffolding 10a and the scaffolding 10b may be the same member or may be different members. It is preferable that the string 1a and the string 1b do not come into contact with each other, and the scaffolding 10b preferably uses a member such as a rod that can maintain the shape to some extent in order to maintain the distance between them.

The interval at which the scaffolding is provided is not particularly limited, and the convex portions 2 may be skipped by two or three. When used as a ladder, for example, the distance between the convex portions 2 is preferably 20 cm to 50 cm.

The method of fixing the scaffolding 10a by using the ring portion 6a and the ring portion 6b is not particularly limited and can be appropriately changed. For example, when ropes are used as scaffolds 10a and 10b, they are tied to the string portion 4 to form a knot 14. In addition to this, a locking member may be provided on the scaffolding 10a so that the locking member can be hooked on the string portion 4.

When the string of the present embodiment is used as a ladder, in addition to being convenient to carry, since convex portions are provided at equal intervals, it is easy to prevent tilting from the horizontal direction when a scaffold is provided. Become. Further, since the convex portions are provided at equal intervals, it becomes easy to accurately adjust the location where the scaffold is provided.

In addition to the above, the string of the present embodiment can be used as, for example, mountain climbing equipment.
FIG. 6 shows an example of use as a mountaineering equipment. FIG. 6 shows an example in which the area of the ring portion 6 is set to be slightly larger than the waist circumference of the human 46, and one human 46 enters the ring portion 6 for use. Then, several people can enter another ring portion 6 and act so as not to separate from each other. When used in this way, it is preferable that the distance between the convex portions 2 is, for example, 30 cm to 100 cm.

In addition to the above, the string of this embodiment can be used as, for example, a rock climbing product. When used as a rock climbing equipment, for example, a device for fixing a body for climbing a cliff is used by hooking it on a ring portion.

In addition to the above, the string of the present embodiment can be used, for example, as a life-saving tool. When used as a life-saving tool, for example, in the sea or river, the end of the rope connected to the floating ring is passed through the ring, and for example, it is tied and fixed. In this case, a plurality of people can be rescued at the same time. Since the convex portions are provided at equal intervals, it is easy to adjust the intervals at which the ropes are provided.

In addition to the above, the string of the present embodiment can be used as, for example, a crane wire. When used as a crane wire, for example, one of the ring portions is hooked on a crane hook. In this case, since the convex portions are provided at equal intervals, the location where the hook is hooked can be adjusted accurately.

In addition to the above, the string of the present embodiment can be used as a means of drawing a circle when playing sports. For example, pass a rod through one of the rings, fix it to the ground as the center of the circle, pass the rod or foot through the other ring and pull it away from the center of the circle, and hold the rod or foot on the ground. You can draw a circle by advancing. In this case, since the convex portions are provided at equal intervals, a circle having a predetermined radius can be drawn, and the radius of the circle can be adjusted accurately. When drawing a circle, a line drawing (line car) may be passed through the ring portion in addition to the stick and the foot.

In addition to the above, the string of the present embodiment can be used, for example, as a door fixing member. When used as a door fixing member, for example, one of the ring portions is hooked on the door knob, and another ring portion is hooked on the door stopper. As a result, the door can be kept open, and the convex portions are arranged at equal intervals, so that the opening degree of the door can be adjusted accurately. FIG. 7 shows an example when the door is used as a fixing member. One of the ring portions of the string of the present embodiment is hooked on the door knob 51, and another ring portion is hooked on the door stopper 52 for use.

The door fixing member can be appropriately changed in addition to the above. For example, when a hook-shaped door stopper is provided on the door, the ring portion may be hooked on the door stopper provided on the door instead of the door knob.

As described above, the string of the present embodiment can be used for one or more applications selected from distance measuring means, member hanging means, packing string, mountaineering equipment and ladder. When used as a crane wire, it is included in the member hooking means because it is used by hooking it on a crane hook. When used as a means for drawing a circle, it is included in the distance measuring means because the radius of the circle can be measured. Also, when it is used for saving lives, it is included in the member hanging means because it is provided with a rope connected to a floating ring. Further, even when it is used as a door fixing member, it is included in the member hanging means because it is used by hooking it on a door knob or a door stopper.

1 string 2 convex part 4 string part 6 ring part 8a, 8b end part 9 hand 10a, 10b scaffolding 14 knot 41 support member 42 hanger 43 closet 44 luggage 46 human 48 S-shaped hook 50 door 51 doorknob 52 door stopper 53 doorway Main body 62 Protruding part 63 Loop 71a, 71b Main body 72, 73 Slit

Claims (5)

With multiple convex parts provided at equal intervals,
A plurality of string portions provided between the convex portions and
A string characterized by having two adjacent convex portions and a ring portion surrounded by the plurality of string portions. The string according to claim 1, wherein the convex portion is spherical. The string according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the distance between the adjacent convex portions is 5 cm to 100 cm. The string according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the length of the convex portions in a direction orthogonal to the arrangement direction of the convex portions is 0.1 cm to 5 cm. The string according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the string is used for one or more purposes selected from a distance measuring means, a member hanging means, a packing string, a mountain climbing device, and a ladder.