JP7488576B2 - Portable grip - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a portable grip.

Portable grips that can be worn on the hand to allow the user to use straps on trains and other vehicles, or handrails on stairs without touching them directly, or to operate elevator buttons, doorknobs, and the like without touching them directly, have been publicly known. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a portable grip that has a grip body that is a bellows-like, cylindrical body with a C-shaped cross section that has alternating large and small diameter portions.

JP2018-131034A

The portable grip disclosed in Patent Document 1 allows an object such as a hanging strap to be indirectly held by inserting it inside the cylindrical grip body, so germs, viruses, etc. adhering to the surface of the hanging strap or the like do not come into direct contact with the hands, allowing for hygienic use.

However, with such portable grips, the inner periphery of the grip body is larger than the outer periphery of the strap, resulting in an unstable state inside. As a result, it is not possible to indirectly grip the strap firmly, and there is a risk that the hand will come off the strap due to the swaying of the train interior or changes in posture when the train is crowded. On the other hand, if the grip body is made relatively small to match the size of the strap, it is not possible to indirectly and stably grip relatively wide objects such as doorknobs and escalator handrails.

The present invention is an improvement over conventional portable grips, and aims to provide a portable grip that can stably hold both objects with relatively small external dimensions and objects with relatively large external dimensions.

SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the present invention relates to a portable grip having a longitudinal direction and a lateral direction, the grip including a flexible grip body and a strap attached to the grip body.

The portable grip of the present invention is characterized in that the grip body is in the shape of a flat plate and includes first and second end edges opposing each other in the vertical direction, first and second side edges opposing each other in the horizontal direction, a hinge portion extending in the horizontal direction , first and second movable parts that can move toward and away from each other via the hinge part, a first gripping part surrounded by the inner circumferential surface of the grip body , and a second gripping part located on the inner surface of the hinge part, the second gripping part being located in a groove extending in the horizontal direction on the inner surface of the hinge part, and clamping protrusions extending along the groove are located on both sides of the groove in the vertical direction, the clamping protrusions having a step, a portion on the first side edge side being higher than a portion on the second side edge side and protruding further outward, a plurality of protrusions extending in the horizontal direction and spaced apart in the vertical direction are arranged on the inner surfaces of the first and second movable parts, and the grip body has antibacterial and conductive protrusions .

The grip for a mobile phone according to the present invention includes the following embodiments, which can be adopted separately or in combination with each other.
( 1 ) The strap has a cover having a decorative element.

The portable grip of the present invention allows a relatively large object to be indirectly gripped by the first gripping portion surrounded by the inner circumferential surface of the grip body, and allows a relatively small object to be indirectly gripped by the second gripping portion located on the inner surface of the inner circumferential surface of the hinge portion.

The drawings show specific embodiments of a mobile grip according to the present invention, including essential features of the invention as well as alternative and preferred embodiments.
1 is a perspective view of a grip for a portable device according to a first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 4 is a side view of the portable grip as viewed from the first movable part side. FIG. 4 is a side view of the portable grip as viewed from the second movable part side. FIG. 4 is a plan view of the grip for carrying the portable device as seen from the inside. FIG. (a) A cross-sectional view taken along line VI(a)-VI(a) in Fig. 4. (b) An enlarged cross-sectional view taken along line VI(b) in Fig. 6(a) when a hanging strap is gripped by the first gripping part. (c) A view similar to Fig. 6(b) showing a state where a doorknob is gripped by the second gripping part. A diagram showing the appearance of holding a strap with a portable grip. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a state in which a doorknob is gripped with the portable grip. A diagram showing how to press an elevator button with a protruding part. (a) A diagram showing a state where the handrail of an escalator is grasped with the portable grip, and (b) A diagram showing a state where a plastic bag is suspended with the portable grip. FIG. 2 is a side view of a portable grip according to an example of the first embodiment; FIG. 11 is a plan view of the inner surface side of a grip body according to a second embodiment. FIG. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing the grip attached. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing the state in which the grip body has been deformed with the grip attached. 16(a) is a view similar to FIG. 4(a) of the grip according to the second embodiment, (b) is an enlarged cross-sectional view shown in XVI(b) of FIG. 16(a) when the first gripping part grips a hanging strap, and (c) is a view similar to FIG. 16(b) showing a state where the second gripping part grips a doorknob. A diagram showing the state in which the grip is holding the hanging strap. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a state in which a doorknob is gripped by the grip. 13A and 13B are diagrams showing another manner in which the grip is attached.

First Embodiment
The following embodiment relates to a grip 10 for a portable device according to a first embodiment of the present invention, and includes not only essential configurations of the invention but also optional and preferred configurations.

Referring to Figures 1 to 4, the grip 10 shown as an example of a portable grip (hereinafter, grip) of the present invention has a horizontal direction X and a vertical direction Y that intersect (are perpendicular to) each other, and a thickness direction Z that intersects (are perpendicular to) the above directions, and is equipped with a grip body 20 for indirectly gripping an object, and a strap 30 that is detachably attached to the grip body 20.

The grip body 20 is molded into a cylindrical body with a C-shaped cross section, and has an outer surface (non-skin-facing surface) 20A and an inner surface (skin-facing surface) 20B, first and second end edges 20a, 20b that face each other in the lateral direction X, and first and second side edges 20c, 20d that face each other in the thickness direction Z.

The grip body 20 further has first and second movable parts 21, 22 that face each other in the thickness direction Z, and a hinge part 23 that is located between the first and second movable parts 21, 22 and extends in the lateral direction X. The first and second movable parts 21, 22 can move toward and away from each other via the hinge part 23, and when they move toward each other, the cylindrical interior of the grip body 20 is reduced in diameter, and when they move away from each other, the cylindrical interior is expanded in diameter. The hinge part 23 has a curved shape that extends in the lateral direction X when viewed from the outside.

Specifically, when the wearer inserts one hand between the grip body 20 and the strap 30 so as to cover the entire outer surface of the grip body 20, for example, the hand is opened with the thumb on the first movable part 21 side and the middle finger and index finger on the second movable part 22 side, and when the tip 21a of the first movable part 21 and the tip 22a of the second movable part 22, which face each other in the thickness direction Z, move away from each other, the grip body 20 expands in diameter, and when they approach each other as if closing the hand, the grip body 20 contracts in diameter. When the tips 21a and 22a are in contact with each other, the grip body 20 is in the contracted state, and the wearer can stably grip an object placed inside the grip body 20.

The size of the grip body 20 can be freely designed as appropriate, but it is preferable that it is a size that fits in the hand when worn. In other words, when the user holds onto a strap 7 in a train while wearing it, the grip body 20 is not exposed and cannot be seen by other passengers, so the user can use it without worrying about being seen by others. Specifically, for a typical adult, the dimension of the grip body 20 in the circumferential direction R is preferably 100 to 150 mm.

Acupressure section 40 for stimulating pressure points on the palm of the wearer is disposed on the outer surface of grip body 20. Shiatsu section 40 has multiple protrusions 41 that protrude outward from the outer surface of grip body 20. Shiatsu section 40 has multiple rows of protrusions 41 that are spaced apart from one another in lateral direction X on the outer surface of grip body 20 and aligned side by side in circumferential direction R.

The wearer can grip the grip 10 with one hand so that the entire outer surface 20A of the grip body 20 is covered in the circumferential direction R, allowing the acupressure unit 40 to stimulate the acupressure points on the palm. When the wearer indirectly grips an object via the grip 10, the acupressure unit 40 can provide strong stimulation to the acupressure points, but when the grip is worn, a certain amount of stimulation can be provided to the acupressure points even without gripping an object.

The strap 30 has first and second end portions 31, 32 and an intermediate portion 33 located between the first and second end portions 31, 32. The first and second end portions 31, 32 are annular and are wound around an attachment portion 34 located on the inner surface of the side portion of the grip body 20 on the first and second edge 20a, 20b side, and are attached to the grip body 20 via a pair of buckles 35 as an option so that the length can be adjusted and the strap can be detached.

In this way, by attaching the strap 30 to the grip body 20, it is possible to prevent the grip body 20 from accidentally falling when held by the wearer. In addition, when gripping an object such as a hanging strap 7, the strap 30 covers the back of the hand, and the hand is sandwiched between the grip body 20 and the strap 30, allowing the wearer to stably grip the object.

In addition, the strap 30 is attached to the grip body 20 in an adjustable manner, so that its length can be freely adjusted to suit the size of the wearer's hand 2, and because it is detachably attached to the grip body 20, if the strap 30 becomes dirty or a part of it breaks, it can be quickly replaced with a new one.

A cover 36 is attached to the middle portion 33 of the strap 30 so as to wrap around it, and a decorative element 38 is arranged on the outer surface of the cover 36. In the illustrated example, the words "STAY HOME" are arranged as an example of the decorative element 38. The decorative element 38 of the strap 30 can be formed by printing, and can appropriately adopt, for example, advertisements for companies or public organizations, characters, various known figures, decorative patterns, pictures, letters, symbols, designs with strong messages, colored parts different from the strap 30 and/or grip body 20, etc. Also, fluorescent paint or the like may be applied to make it stand out in the dark.

Referring to FIG. 3, when the grip 10 is attached and the strap 7 is grasped, the strap 10 covers the back of the hand so that the decorative element 38 can attract the attention of other passengers. For example, a company's PR logo or advertising catchphrase can be used as the decorative element 38, which can have a high advertising effect like hanging advertisements inside trains and buses. The decorative element 38 can be printed directly on the strap 30, but by printing it on the buckle 35 that is separate from the strap 30, it is possible to wear only the sleeve 35 without changing the strap 30. Furthermore, the decorative element 38 can be freely changed according to the wearer's mood or to coordinate with their outfit.

The grip body 20 is preferably formed from a material having the required flexibility, such as a hard or soft plastic material or an elastic material. Examples of elastic materials that can be used include urethane foam, foamed rubber, soft rubber, and sponge. In this way, the grip body 20 has flexibility, so that the first and second movable parts 21, 22 can move in the direction of approaching and separating via the hinge part 23.

The grip body 20 may also be formed using a plurality of materials. For example, by forming the first and second movable parts 21, 22 from a hard or soft plastic material and the hinge part 23 from an elastic material, the flexibility (elasticity) of the first and second movable parts 21, 22 can be made lower than that of the hinge part 23 to fit the hand, while the flexibility (elasticity) of the hinge part 23 can be made relatively high to make the first and second movable parts 21, 22 easier to move.

The strap 30 can be made from various known elastic materials, such as nonwoven fabric, woven fabric, plastic film, rubber cord, woven cord, etc. In particular, if the strap is made from an elastic material with a specified width, such as a rubber cord or woven cord, it can securely cover the wearer's hand 2 and will not break unintentionally during use.

The grip body 20 and strap 30 may be treated with antiviral and antibacterial properties to ensure more hygienic use. In particular, it is preferable that these properties are applied to the outer surface 20A of the grip body 20 and the inner surface of the strap 30, which come into direct contact with the hand 2.

In order to stably grip an object, a friction resistance means may be provided on the inner peripheral surface of the grip body 20. Specifically, a material with relatively high friction resistance, such as urethane rubber or silicone rubber, may be attached, or a process that adds friction resistance, such as embossing, may be applied.

Referring to FIG. 2, a protruding portion 70 that protrudes outward in the lateral direction X is located on the side of the first edge 20a of the grip body 20. The protruding portion 70 extends in an upward curve, and can be used to indirectly press elevator buttons 9, etc., as described below (see FIG. 9).

Figure 5 is an expanded plan view of the grip body 20 as viewed from the outer surface 20A. The multiple protrusions 41 that make up the acupressure section 40 are positioned according to the position of the wearer's palm and fingers based on an arbitrary path theory, and can provide a high acupressure point stimulation effect. The acupressure section 40 is composed of multiple protrusions 41 of various sizes, and the size and height of the protrusions 41 can be adjusted as appropriate. For example, the smallest protrusion 41 has a diameter and height of 1.0 to 5.0 mm, and the largest protrusion 42 has a diameter and height of 3.0 to 6.0 mm. The largest protrusion 42 is positioned so that it can strongly stimulate the Hegu point located between the thumb and index finger of the hand 2.

The grip body 20 can also be worn with multiple of the five fingers touching the outer surface 20A of the grip body 20. Specifically, the grip body 20 can also be worn with the thumb and little finger not touching the outer surface 20A of the grip body 20, and even in this state, the acupressure points of the fingers touching the outer surface A can be stimulated by the acupressure unit 40. In addition, assuming such a wearing state, multiple protrusions 41 may not be arranged to stimulate the acupressure points of the palm and all fingers, but may be arranged to stimulate the acupressure points of the palm and/or some of the fingers. Furthermore, the acupressure unit 40 may be formed from a portion that barely protrudes from the outer surface of the grip body 20 (height of 1.0 mm or less) as long as it stimulates the acupressure points. Even in such a case, it can be said that the acupressure point stimulating effect can be provided, albeit weakly.

Referring to FIG. 4, a groove 50 extending in the lateral direction X is formed on the inner surface 20B of the grip body 20. Specifically, the groove 50 is formed on the inner surface of the hinge portion 23 located between the first and second movable portions 21, 22, and the hinge portion 23 is thinner than the first and second movable portions 21, 22. In this way, because the hinge portion 23 is thinner and thinner than the first and second movable portions 21, 22, even if the entire grip body 20 is made of the same material, the hinge portion 23 can be deformed to facilitate the movement of the first and second movable portions 21, 22.

Referring to FIG. 4 and FIG. 6(a), there is a pair of raised portions 51, 52 extending in the lateral direction X on both sides of the groove 50 and positioned so as to sandwich the groove 50. The raised portion 51 is raised from the inner surface 20B of the grip body 20, and its thickness dimension is greater than the thickness dimension of other parts of the first and second movable portions 21, 22. Specifically, the thickness dimension D1 of the groove 50 is 0.5 to 0.7 times the thickness dimension D2 of the parts of the first and second movable portions 21, 22 other than the raised portions 51, 52, and the thickness dimension D3 of the raised portions 51, 52 is 1.1 to 1.8 times the thickness dimension D2 of the parts of the first and second movable portions 21, 22 other than the raised portions 51, 52.

The grip body 20 also has a first gripping portion 61 for gripping a relatively thick object, and a second gripping portion 62 for gripping a relatively thin object. That is, the grip body 20 has the first gripping portion 61 consisting of a space surrounded by its entire inner circumferential surface, and the second gripping portion 62 formed by a groove 50 located in the hinge portion 23.

Referring to FIG. 7, when a wearer rides on a train, he or she wears the grip 10 and indirectly grips the hanging strap 7 of the train or the like, preventing germs and viruses adhering to the surface of the hanging strap 7 from directly coming into contact with the hand 2, allowing for hygienic use. In particular, it is extremely effective in preventing contact infection with highly contagious viruses such as the recent COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).

In addition, the multiple protrusions 41 of the acupressure section 40 arranged on the outer surface 20A of the grip body 20 are arranged to correspond to the acupressure points on the palm, so that the acupressure points are pressed and stimulated, providing a massage effect and an acupressure stimulation effect. For example, when using a hanging strap 7 on a commuter train for a relatively long period of time, the acupressure points are stimulated for a long period of time, which can alleviate and improve symptoms such as fatigue from work during the day or localized muscle fatigue, congestion, poor circulation, and shoulder stiffness and fatigue caused by riding in an upright position. In this way, the grip 10 can be said to have two functional aspects: a sanitary tool for hygienically gripping an object, and a health tool that can stimulate acupressure points to improve health.

When the wearer holds the strap 7 of a train or the like while wearing the grip 10 on one hand, the strap 7 is placed in the second gripping portion 62 located in the groove 50 of the hinge portion 23. The raised portions 51 and 52 are located on both sides of the groove 50, so that the strap 7 can be stably placed in the groove 50. Also, referring to FIG. 6(b), when the wearer applies a relatively strong force to the hand 2, the tips 21a and 22a of the first and second movable portions 21 and 22 come into contact with each other, and the grip body 20 is reduced in diameter to the maximum extent, and the pair of raised portions 51 and 52 come close to each other, so that the strap 7 can be clamped so as to cover the entire strap 7. In this way, the strap 7 is clamped by the raised portions 51 and 52, so that the strap 7 can be more stably held in the grip 10.

8 and 6(c), when gripping the doorknob 8 of a door, as in the case of gripping the hanging strap 7, the hand does not directly touch the doorknob 8, so germs and viruses adhering to the surface of the doorknob 8 do not directly adhere to the hand, and the operation can be performed hygienically. In addition, by covering the entire doorknob 8 with the first gripping portion 61 surrounded by the entire inner circumferential surface of the grip 10, the door can be opened and closed while being held firmly. In addition, even if the time required for opening and closing the door is relatively short, the acupressure portion 40 located on the outer surface 20A of the grip body 20 stimulates the acupressure points on the palm, so that health-promoting effects such as improved blood circulation and stress reduction can be obtained.

Referring again to FIG. 6(a), the tip 21a of the first movable part 21 and the tip 22a of the second movable part 22 have a convex curved shape. In this way, the tips 21a, 22a have a convex curved shape, so that when they move in a direction away from each other while sliding against an object such as a doorknob 8, they can slide against it more smoothly than if they were angular, and they do not damage the surface of the object.

Referring to FIG. 9, the wearer can press the elevator button (object) 9 using the protruding portion 70 of the grip 10. That is, while wearing the grip 10, the wearer can stretch their arm so that the first edge 20a side of the grip 10 faces the button, and use the protruding portion 70 to press the button 9, which is a relatively small object. In this way, the elevator button can be operated without directly touching it with the hand, which is hygienic. Even in such a case, the acupressure section 40 can stimulate the acupressure points by momentarily gripping the grip 10 tightly when pressing the button.

It is preferable that the tip 70a of the protruding portion 70 is curved rather than sharp as shown in the figure. In this way, by having the tip 70a curved, even if the object is pressed hard, it will not slip or scratch the surface.

Referring to FIG. 10(a), the wearer can grasp the escalator handrail 80 using the first gripping portion 61 of the grip 10 without directly touching it. Referring to FIG. 10(b), the wearer can also indirectly hang a plastic bag 90 containing luggage using the grip 10. In such a case, the handle portion of the plastic bag 90, which has become narrower due to the weight of the luggage, will not bite into the hand. Also, by positioning the handle portion of the plastic bag 90 in the second gripping portion 62 where the groove 50 is located, the bag can be stably hung.

As described above, the grip 10 according to the present invention includes a first gripping portion 61 surrounded by the inner peripheral surface of the grip body 20 and a second gripping portion 62 located on the inner surface of the hinge portion 23. In addition to being able to indirectly and stably grip a relatively large (wide, large diameter) object such as a doorknob 8 or an escalator handrail 80 with the first gripping portion 61, the second gripping portion 62 can indirectly and stably grip a relatively small (narrow, small diameter) object such as a hanging strap 7 or the handle of a plastic bag 90.

The protruding portion 70 can also be used to operate objects that require touch operation, such as touch panels, or objects that require pressing, such as elevator buttons 9. In this way, by carrying the grip 10, objects can be grasped and operated in any situation in daily life without directly touching them, which is hygienic. In addition, in any of these situations, the acupressure points are constantly stimulated by the acupressure part 40, which can promote health through the massage effect and acupressure point stimulation effect.

<Example>
Fig. 11 is a side view of the grip 10 similar to Fig. 2, showing an example of the embodiment of the grip 10 according to the present invention. The basic configuration of the grip 10 according to this embodiment is the same as that of the grip 10 shown in Figs. 1 to 9, so only the differences will be explained below.

In the grip 10 according to this embodiment, the hinge portion 23 has a shape that is curved more sharply when viewed from the outside. In other words, compared to the embodiment shown in FIG. 2, the curvature is greater, making it easier for the fingers to hook and allowing for a firmer grip.

In addition, the protruding portion 70 has a shape that is curved even more significantly and protrudes outward in the lateral direction X. By having the protruding portion 70 have such a shape, it is possible to easily perform a pressing operation even on an object located in a narrow space where it is difficult to insert a hand.

Unless otherwise specified, the materials constituting the grip 10 may be any known material commonly used in this field, without restriction, in addition to the materials described in this specification. In addition, in this specification, etc., it is assumed that if the wearer is right-handed, he or she will hold a baggage or the like in the right hand and wear the grip 10 on the left hand to grasp a hanging strap or the like, but the position of the acupressure point 41 of the acupressure section 40 may be changed to be used for the right hand or for both left and right hands. In addition, the position of the protruding portion 70 may be changed accordingly, or the protruding portion 70 may extend from both sides in the horizontal direction X.

Second Embodiment
12 to 18 show various aspects of an example of a grip 100 according to a second embodiment of the present invention. The grip 100 according to the second embodiment has the same configuration and technical effects as the grip 10 according to the first embodiment, except where a particularly different configuration is described.

Grip 100, shown as an example of grip 100 according to the second embodiment of the present invention, has a vertical direction (longitudinal direction) A and a horizontal direction (short direction) B that intersect (orthogonal) with each other, and a thickness direction Z that intersects (orthogonal) with them, and is equipped with a grip body 200 for indirectly gripping an object, and a strap 300 detachably attached to grip body 200.

The grip body 200 is a flat, flexible plate made of a soft material such as silicone, and has an outer surface (non-skin-facing surface) 200A and an inner surface (skin-facing surface) 200B, first and second end edges 201, 202 that face each other in the vertical direction Y, and first and second side edges 203, 204 that face each other in the horizontal direction X.

The grip body 200 further has first and second movable parts 210, 220 that face each other in the thickness direction Z, and a hinge part 230 that is located between the first and second movable parts 210, 220 and extends in the lateral direction B. The first and second movable parts 210, 220 have a shape in which the parts on the first and second edge 201, 202 side gradually become narrower toward the first and second edge 201, 202.

As shown in Figures 14 and 15, when the wearer inserts one hand between the grip body 200 and the strap 300 so as to cover the entire outer surface of the grip body 200 and holds the grip body 200 in a rounded shape, the first and second movable parts 210, 220 are deformed from a flat shape to a curved shape.

That is, the first and second movable parts 210, 220 can move toward and away from each other via the hinge part 230, and as they move toward each other, the grip body 20 deforms from a plate shape to a cylindrical shape with a C-shaped cross section like the grip body 20 of the first embodiment. On the other hand, when the wearer spreads his or her hand, the first and second movable parts 210, 220 are released from the force that tries to deform them into a curved shape, and the grip body 200 returns to its original flat plate shape.

The strap 300 has first and second ends 310, 320, and the first end 310 and the second end 320 are connected by a known connecting means such as a mechanical fastener. Specifically, the hook (male part) of the mechanical fastener located at either the first or second end 310, 320 can be directly engaged with the outer surface of the strap 300, allowing the size to be adjusted to fit the wearer's hand.

A touch cover 710 having a protruding portion 700 is attached to the first end 310 side. A decorative cover (cover) 360 having a decorative element 380 is arranged on the second end 320 side. The decorative cover 360 is attached with a strap 300 inserted through insertion holes located on both ends. Although not shown, the strap 300 may have a buckle that allows the length to be adjusted.

Referring to Figures 12 to 15, multiple protrusions 540, 550 extending in the horizontal direction X and spaced apart from each other in the vertical direction Y are arranged on the inner surface 200B of the grip body 200. The protrusions 540, 550 include protrusions 540a, 540b, 540c, 540d arranged at intervals from each other in the vertical direction Y on the inner surface of the first movable part 210, and protrusions 550a, 550b, 550c, 550d arranged at intervals from each other in the vertical direction on the inner surface of the second movable part 220.

The length dimension (dimension in the horizontal direction X) of the protrusions 540, 550 is smaller than the dimension in the horizontal direction B of the first and second movable parts 210, 220, respectively, and both ends of the protrusions 540, 550 are spaced apart from the first and second side edges 201, 202. In the protrusions 540, 550, the protrusions 540d, 550d extending along the first and second end edges 201, 202, respectively, are wider than the other protrusions 540a-540c, 550a-550c.

Protrusions 540e, 550e are arranged on the outer surface 200A of the grip body 200 so as to face protrusions 540d, 550d in the thickness direction of the grip body 200. When worn, protrusions 540e, 550e come into contact with the wearer's hand and can function as anti-slip devices.

On both sides of the hinge portion 230 in the vertical direction A, there are clamping protrusions (raised portions, wall portions) 510, 520 extending laterally. A groove 500 is located between the clamping protrusions 510, 520, and the strap 300 is wrapped around the grip body 200 so as to face the groove 500. The clamping protrusions 510, 520 have a step, and the portion on the first side edge 203 side is higher than the portion on the second side edge 204 side, so that it protrudes further outward.

Like the grip 10 according to the first embodiment, the grip body 200 has a first gripping portion 610 for gripping a relatively thick object and a second gripping portion 62 for gripping a relatively thin object. That is, the grip body 20 has a first gripping portion 610 consisting of a space surrounded by its entire inner circumferential surface, and a second gripping portion 620 formed by a groove 500 located in the hinge portion 230.

Each component of the grip 100 can be made of a known material, but is preferably made of a material having antibacterial properties. Specifically, the grip body 200 can be made of a material that is both antibacterial and flexible, for example, a silicone material that has antibacterial properties. The touch rubber 710 and the protruding portion 700 located at the tip of the touch rubber 710 can be made of a soft material that is conductive and antibacterial, for example, a carbon-based material such as graphite, carbon black, or carbon nanotubes.

The decorative plate 360 can be formed from a conductive and antibacterial plastic material, for example, a hard plastic material such as ABS resin or polycarbonate resin. In this way, all of the components constituting the grip 100, except for the strap 300, have antibacterial properties, so that the grip 100 can be used to hold and touch objects in a hygienic manner.

As antibacterial agents having antibacterial properties used in each component, compounds such as silver zeolite carrying silver ions, and natural antibacterial agents such as catechin and hinokitiol can be publicly used. The antibacterial agent may be applied to the material, but by kneading the antibacterial agent into the material, the antibacterial effect does not decrease even if the entire grip 100 is washed, and permanent antibacterial properties can be exhibited.

As shown in FIG. 12, the touch rubber 710 and the strap 300 are attached via a screw 720. This type of connection allows the strap 300 and the touch rubber 710 to be easily detached, and the wearer can freely select and use straps 300 of various designs according to their tastes and moods.

Referring to Figures 15 and 16(a), the inner surface 200B of the first and second movable parts 210 and 220 of the grip body 200 has multiple protrusions 540 and 550 arranged thereon, so that when an object is gripped by the first gripping part 610, the protrusions 540 and 550 come into contact with the object and can function as an anti-slip device.

In addition, the protrusions 540, 550 are thick and have higher rigidity than portions where they are not formed, and the high rigidity portions where the protrusions 540, 550 are formed and the low rigidity portions where they are not formed are alternately positioned in the vertical direction Y in the first and second movable parts 210, 220. By having such an arrangement of the protrusions 540, 550, they can act as deformation-inducing portions that cause the first and second movable parts 210, 220 to bend when attached.

Referring to Figures 16(b) and 17, when a wearer holds a hanging strap 7 on a train or the like while wearing the grip 10 in one hand, the hanging strap 7 is placed in the second gripping portion 620 located in the groove 500 of the hinge portion 230. Since the clamping protrusions 510, 520 are located on both sides of the groove 500, the hanging strap 7 can be stably placed within the groove 500.

Also, referring to the portion indicated by the phantom line in FIG. 16(b), when the wearer applies a relatively strong force to the hand 2, the tips 210a, 220a of the first and second movable parts 210, 220 come into further contact with each other, and the pair of clamping protrusions 510, 520 approach each other, so that the hanging strap 7 can be clamped to cover the entirety of the hanging strap 7. In this way, the hanging strap 7 is clamped by the clamping protrusions 510, 520, so that the hanging strap 7 can be more stably held within the grip 100.

As described above, the clamping protrusions 510, 520 have a step, and the portion on the first side edge 203 side is higher than the portion on the second side edge 204 side, so that they protrude further outward. When an object is placed in the groove 500, there is a risk that the contact area with the object will be smaller on the first side edge 203 side where the thick touch rubber 710 is located than on the second side edge 204 side where only the strap 300 is located. However, by providing a step in the clamping protrusions 510, 520 and making the first side edge 203 side where the touch rubber 710 is located higher, the contact area with the object can be secured, and the clamping protrusions 510, 520 as a whole can stably clamp the object.

Referring to FIG. 18 and FIG. 16(c), when gripping the doorknob 8 of a door, as in the case of gripping the hanging strap 7, the hand does not directly touch the doorknob 8, so germs and viruses adhering to the surface of the doorknob 8 do not directly adhere to the hand, and the operation can be performed hygienically. In addition, by covering the entire doorknob 8 with the first gripping part 610 surrounded by the entire inner circumferential surface of the grip 100, the door can be opened and closed while holding firmly. In addition, referring to the part shown by the phantom line in FIG. 16(c), when the wearer applies a relatively strong force to the hand 2, the clamping protrusions 510, 520 are in a state of being laid down so as to follow the outer shape of the doorknob 8, and the contact area is larger than in the upright state, so that it can be said that the grip can be held more stably.

Although not shown, similar to the grip 10 according to the first embodiment shown in FIG. 9, elevator buttons 9 and the like can be touch-operated by using the protruding portion 700 located at the tip of the touch cover 710. The protruding portion 700 is made of a conductive carbon material, and can be used in the same way as a conductive touch pen used in tablet devices, allowing hygienic touch operations of various switch buttons and LCD screens of tablet devices, smartphones, bank ATM machines, ticket issuing machines, vending machines, and the like.

The decorative elements 380 of the decorative plate 360 may be arranged by directly printing on the decorative plate 360 or by attaching an antibacterial sticker. Unlike the first embodiment, the grip body 200 of the second embodiment is a flat plate, and therefore has excellent portability and can be easily stored in, for example, a clothing pocket.

Figure 19 shows another mounting state of the grip 100 according to the second embodiment, in which the decorative plate 360 is abutted against the inside of the wearer's wrist, and the outer surface 200A of the plate body 200 is abutted against the back of the hand. By mounting it in this manner, the wearer's hands are free, so that even when the grip 100 is mounted, the wearer can easily carry luggage or perform tasks using both hands.

10,100 Portable grip 20,200 Grip body 20A,200A Outer surface of grip body 21,210 First movable part 22,220 Second movable part 23,230 Hinge part 36,360 Cover 38,380 Decorative element 50,500 Groove 61,610 First gripping part 62,620 Second gripping part 70,700 Protruding part A,X Lateral direction Z Thickness direction

Claims (2)

A portable grip having a longitudinal direction and a lateral direction, the grip comprising a flexible grip body and a strap attached to the grip body,
The grip body is a flat plate-like member,
the grip includes first and second end edges opposed to each other in the vertical direction, first and second side edges opposed to each other in the horizontal direction, a hinge portion extending in the horizontal direction , first and second movable portions movable toward and away from each other via the hinge portion, a first gripping portion surrounded by an inner circumferential surface of the grip body, and a second gripping portion located on an inner surface of the hinge portion,
The second gripping portion is located in a groove extending in the horizontal direction on an inner surface of the hinge portion, and a clamping protrusion extending along the groove is located on both sides of the groove in the vertical direction,
The clamping protrusion has a step, and a portion on the first side edge side is higher than a portion on the second side edge side and protrudes further outward,
A plurality of protrusions extending in the horizontal direction and spaced apart from each other in the vertical direction are disposed on inner surfaces of the first and second movable parts,
The grip body has an antibacterial and conductive protruding portion . 10. The grip of claim 1 , wherein the strap has a cover having a decorative element.