KR102276785B1 - Mask tongs for adjusting mask area - Google Patents

Abstract

Mask tongs for adjusting a mask area of the present invention provide stability during use by adjusting a mask area, block inflow of external air which does not pass through a filter into a mask, prevent contamination of an inner surface of the mask when the mask is not in use, and include straps to prevent accidents that the mask falls to the ground and becomes contaminated or the mask is lost.

Description

Mask tongs for adjusting mask area

The present invention relates to mask tongs for adjusting the mask area, which can adjust the area of the mask by fixing the folded state of both vertical ends of the mask. When the mask is not in use, the tongs positioned at both vertical ends of the mask are brought into contact with each other. Contamination of the inner surface of the mask can be prevented by magnetically fixing the state.

Convenience tools for conventional mask users include a strap for hanging the mask around the neck, a member for preventing the mask string from touching the ear, or a member for adjusting the length of the mask string. Among the related art, Korean Patent No. 10-1819181, a mask having a string adjustment mechanism, discloses "a mask having a mechanism capable of adjusting the length of the string supporting the mask body when worn".

However, the prior art such as the relevant literature did not suggest a method to reduce the area of the mask, and due to this, if the size of the mask does not fit, the mask does not adhere to the user's face, so the outside air does not go through the filter and directly enters the user's respiratory tract. There has been an influx of Therefore, there has been a problem that the mask cannot perform its original role properly.

In addition, when the size of the mask does not match, there has been a problem in that the upper end of the mask pierces the eye or causes discomfort that blocks the view.

Registered Patent Publication No. 10-1819181, 2018.01.10.

The problem to be solved by the present invention is to control the area of the mask to block the inflow of external air without going through a filter, to provide a wearing stability for the user when using the mask, to protect the user's eyes and vision, and to An object of the present invention is to provide a mask tongs for adjusting the mask area that prevents contamination of the inner surface of the mask by allowing it to be stored in a folded state so that the ends are in contact with each other.

The problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to the problems mentioned above, and other problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

The mask clamp for adjusting the mask area according to an aspect of the present invention for solving the above problems includes an upper part and a lower part, and the first protrusion of the upper part and the second protrusion of the lower part engage each other to perform the role of clamp, and the lower part The second pressing member is made to include a magnet so that different tongs of the same shape are fixed in a state in which each magnet is attached to each other.

Other specific details of the invention are included in the detailed description and drawings.

Mask tongs for adjusting the mask area according to the present invention,

First, the mask area is adjusted to fit the user's face width to provide a comfortable wearing experience.

Second, both vertical ends of the mask are in close contact with the user's face to prevent outside air that has not passed through the mask filter from flowing into the mask and touching the user's respiratory tract.

Third, when the mask is not in use, it is possible to fix the mask in a closed state so that both vertical ends of the mask face each other, so that it is possible to conveniently store the mask and prevent contamination of the inner surface of the mask.

Fourth, it can be hung on the user's neck, including the strap, to prevent the mask from falling to the floor or losing the mask.

Effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

1 is an application diagram according to an embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
2 is a perspective view according to an embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
3 is an exploded view of a mask tongs for adjusting a mask area according to an embodiment of the present invention.
4 is a view of the upper jaw according to an embodiment of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
5 is a view of the mandible according to an embodiment of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
6 is another exploded view of a mask tongs for adjusting a mask area according to an embodiment of the present invention.
7 is a cross-sectional view of the operation for carrying out FIG. 1 of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
8 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 1 of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
9 is a view showing various shapes of first and second protrusions according to an embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
10 is another application diagram according to an embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.
11 is a shape diagram of a mask tongs for adjusting a mask area according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Prior to this, the terms or words used in the present specification and claims should not be construed as being limited to their ordinary or dictionary meanings, and the inventor should properly understand the concept of the term in order to best describe his invention. Based on the principle that can be defined, it should be interpreted as meaning and concept consistent with the technical idea of the present invention.

Therefore, the configuration shown in the embodiments and drawings described in the present specification is only the most preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not represent all of the technical spirit of the present invention, so at the time of the present application, various It should be understood that there may be equivalents and variations.

1 is an application diagram according to an embodiment of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a perspective view according to an embodiment of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention, and FIG. 3 is the present invention It is a separation diagram according to an embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of .

As shown in FIG. 1, the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention is formed in a connection structure of the tongs and the strap, so that the user may lose the mask 1 while using the mask, lifting the mask 1 from the face, It is possible to prevent eye puncture due to the cross-section of the mask 1 .

2 and 3, in the tongs for fixing the folded state of both longitudinal ends of the mask to adjust the mask area, the upper part 100, the lower part 200 and the pin 300 are included. can be configured.

The upper part 100 and the lower part 200 are configured to correspond to each other, and the pin 300 connecting the upper part 100 and the lower part 200 is connected to the upper part 100 and the lower part ( 200) part of it.

In addition, the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention is located between the upper part 100 and the lower part 200, and when the user releases the unidirectional pressure on the forceps, the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion ( It further includes an elastic part 500 for rotating the first connecting member 120 from the second connecting member 220 so that the 230 is abutted.

According to one embodiment, the pin 300 includes a locking member, so that the locking member prevents the upper part 100 and the lower part 200 from opening unless the user unlocks the locking member, so that the mask is removed from the forceps. It is possible to prevent the fixing of the folds that have reduced the area of (1) from being released.

Specifically, a locking member is additionally formed in a protrusion shape in the longitudinal direction of the pin 300 , and the locking member is a portion through which the pin 300 of the upper part 100 or the lower part 200 passes (the upper part 100 ). When the first connecting member 120 and the second connecting member 220 of the lower jaw 200 are engaged with the additionally formed locking groove and receive one-way pressure from the user as much as a preset strength, the locking member is separated from the locking groove and pin (300) It is possible that the gap between the upper part 100 and the lower part 200 is performed by releasing the fixation.

In this configuration, when the user releases the one-way pressure, the upper part 100 and the lower part 200 are coupled so that they come into contact, and the clamp shape is fixed again by the coupling of the locking member and the locking groove.

4 is a view of the upper jaw according to an embodiment of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention. According to FIG. 4 , the upper part 100 of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention includes a first connecting member 120 for coupling the clamp shape, and a first protrusion 130 for fixing the mask 1 . and a first pressing member 140 for applying a unidirectional pressure when the user presses the tongs. In addition, the upper part 100 further includes a first body 110 forming a torso.

The first connecting member 120 is formed to protrude from one side of the first body 110 .

The first protrusion 130 is formed to protrude from one end of the first body 110 , and the protruding direction has the same direction as that of the first connecting member 120 . At this time, the first protrusion 130 and the first connecting member 120 are formed to be spaced apart from each other. The first protrusion 130 is configured in the form of at least one protrusion capable of fixing a part of the mask 1 .

The first pressing member 140 may extend to the other end of the first body 110 .

The first pressing member 140 may constitute an anti-slip groove for preventing the user's fingers from sliding when the user operates the tongs, and an anti-slip pad for increasing friction may be fixed to the non-slip groove. .

In one embodiment, the non-slip groove may be concave to correspond to the surface of the user's finger, or may be formed in a stepwise manner to add friction when the user's finger presses the non-slip groove.

In addition, in one embodiment, when a part of the user's finger is inserted into the concave entrance, the non-slip groove is formed to protrude over the user's nail, so that the user's finger is located on the upper part of the upper part ( 100) can be prevented from sliding in the direction of one end (one end of the first body 110). At this time, the non-slip protrusion may be attached with decorations for aesthetic purposes, or the shape of the non-slip protrusion itself may be formed in the shape of animals and plants or insects, and jewelry such as cubic may be attached.

As an embodiment of the non-slip pad, the non-slip pad may be made of a material such as rubber, silicon, sandpaper, or leather, and is positioned to cover all or part of the non-slip groove.

By this configuration, when the user uses the tongs, the user's hand slips and the skin is scratched on the edge of the tongs, or an accident in which the user's hand is caught or crushed in the protruding shape such as the first protrusion 130 is prevented, providing safety and preventing slipping Due to this function, the pressure applied by the user in one direction of the tongs acts only on one point or one surface where the user's finger is in contact, making it possible to operate the tongs with little force, thereby providing convenience in use.

5 is a view of the mandible according to an embodiment of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention. According to FIG. 5 , the lower part 200 of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention has a shape corresponding to the second connecting member 220 and the first protrusion 130 coupled to the first connecting member 120 . and a second pressing member 240 supporting the pressure when the user applies pressure in one direction to the first pressing member 140 and the second protrusion 230 of the .

The second connecting member 220 is formed to protrude from the other side of the second body 210 .

The second protrusion 230 is formed to protrude from one end of the second body 210 , and the protruding direction has the same direction as that of the second connecting member 220 . At this time, the second protrusion 230 and the second connecting member 220 are formed to be spaced apart from each other. The second protrusion 230 is configured in the form of at least one protrusion capable of fixing a part of the mask 1 .

The second pressing member 240 may extend to the other end of the second body 210 .

Specifically, the lower part 200 takes a shape symmetrical to the upper part 100, so that the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 may engage with each other, and the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion In the gap where the 230 is engaged, it is possible to stack and fix the wrinkled portion in the form of a wrinkle to adjust the area of the mask 1 .

According to the configuration of the upper part 100 and the lower part 200, the pin 300 penetrates in a state in which the first connecting member 120 and the second connecting member 220 are coupled to each other to form the upper part 100 and the lower part. The coupling of 200 is fixed, but the second connection member 220 supports the rotational movement of the first connection member 120 from the second connection member 220 when the user presses the tongs, or the second connection member 220 from the first connection member 120 ) can support rotational motion.

The second connecting member 220 is formed to be inserted into the inside of the first connecting member 120 in the manner of coupling with the first connecting member 120 as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, and a pin ( 300), but in this embodiment, the first connecting member 120, which is the opposite case, may be inserted inside the second connecting member 220.

In one embodiment, the shape of the second connecting member 220 protruding from the second body 210 is a semi-cylindrical shape, and the first connecting member 120 surrounds the second connecting member 220 on both sides of the pin 300 . may be combined, and these shapes are merely examples, and may take various other forms.

The second protrusion 230 corresponds to the first protrusion 130, and when the upper part 100 and the lower part 200 are in contact with each other, the shape is engaged to be coupled with the first protrusion 130 for the function of the tongs. can take The shape of the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 may be configured in various embodiments, which are described in FIG. 9 .

In addition, as shown, the second pressing member 240 includes a first ring 243 , and as the second pressing member 240 includes the first ring 243 , a strap formed of a string 410 . In order to secure the tongs at both ends of the silver string 410 , respectively, it may include a second ring 420 coupled to the first ring 243 .

Specifically, the first ring 243 and the second ring 420 may be in the form of a bond between the rings as shown, but in order to increase the bonding strength between the first ring 243 and the second ring 420, the first The first ring 243 and the second ring 420 are coupled to each other by screw coupling, or the first ring 243 and the second ring 420 are configured in a tick-tock shape to form the first ring 243 and the second ring. It can be implemented so that the coupling is made by interference fit between the rings 420 .

In addition, the second pressing member 240 further includes an impact preventing member 244, when the user operates the tongs, when the first pressing member 140 is pressed by receiving pressure in one direction, the first pressing member The mask for adjusting the mask area of the present invention by supporting the 140 and preventing the first pressing member 140 from directly transmitting the impact to the second pressing member 240 to alleviate the impact of the forceps itself and prevent damage. It can extend the service life of the tongs.

In one embodiment, the impact prevention member 244 is formed of the same material as the lower jaw 200, or a material that absorbs shock such as rubber, silicone, sponge, cotton, leather, wool, etc. to prevent damage due to physical force. It is possible to form with

6 is another exploded view of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention according to an embodiment, and FIG. 10 is another application view of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention according to an embodiment.

As shown, the second pressing member 240 may further include a magnet 242 fixed to the magnet groove 241 and a magnet groove 241 concave formed on one surface (one side of the second body 210). have. Therefore, when the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention make both vertical ends of the mask 1 face to face, the tongs located at both vertical ends of the mask 1 are coupled by respective magnets 242 . It is possible to prevent contamination of the inner surface of the mask (1) in accommodating the mask (1).

In one embodiment, the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention may further include a body temperature measuring unit for measuring the user's body temperature, including the instrument panel and the measuring member. The measuring member is a magnet 242 , and may measure the user's body temperature by using the property of changing the strength of the magnetic field according to the temperature of the magnet 242 and display it on the measuring device.

Specifically, when the user wears the mask 1 in a state where the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention adjusts the area of the mask 1, the magnet 242 is located around the user's earlobe so that the user's The body temperature is measured in real time, and by adding a vibrating body that adjusts the intensity of vibration in response to the magnetic field, the vibrating body may vibrate with respect to the strength of the magnetic field corresponding to the preset temperature. In this case, the vibrating body may be inserted into the lower jaw 200 or inserted into a separate measuring device.

In one embodiment, the measuring device may be configured as a separate electronic device or non-powered device for measuring the strength of a magnetic field, and when the user approaches or contacts the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention for body temperature measurement The measuring device may transmit information about the measured body temperature to the user through means such as sound, vibration, and instrument panel.

In one embodiment, the measuring member may be composed of the mandible part 200 rather than the magnet 242 . Specifically, the mandible 200 may be coated with a dye that changes color according to temperature to provide a color change according to body temperature change. Accordingly, a color representing the wearer's fever may indicate that the body temperature has risen during fever symptoms. For example, using the properties of Zion ink, red may indicate high fever and blue may indicate hypothermia.

7 is a cross-sectional view of an operation for performing FIG. 1 of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention, and FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 1 of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 7 , a portion of the mask 1 including the wrinkles formed at the longitudinal end of the mask 1 is stacked between the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 to receive the first press. It is a cross-sectional view of a shape spaced apart from each other by releasing the coupling between the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 when the member 140 is subjected to pressure in one direction.

8 is a cross-sectional view of the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention in FIG. 1 , and shows a shape in which a part of the mask 1 is stacked and accommodated between the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 .

9 is a view showing various shapes of first and second protrusions according to an embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.

9A shows the shapes of the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 to be engaged with each other in a saw-tooth shape. The shape shown in FIG. 9A is the most general embodiment and can accommodate various types of masks. Since the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 are formed to include a plurality of protrusions, there are a plurality of edges that are fixed when the mask 1 is accommodated, and the friction force is large and the receiving surface is wide. 1) If the range of wrinkles formed to reduce the area is wide, the fixing effect can be greatly seen by accommodating all the wrinkles.

In FIG. 9B , the first protrusion has a protruding shape such that one tip is present, and the first protrusion receiving groove is formed in the lower portion 200 instead of the second protrusion. When the fabric of the mask is thick, the force to fix the coupling between the first protrusion and the second protrusion through the elastic part or the locking member may be weaker than the restoring force of the thickness of the fabric. In order to solve this problem, as shown in the shape shown in FIG. 9B, the mask clamp for adjusting the mask area of the present invention is formed to adjust the area of the mask 1 among the vertical ends of the mask 1, which is an area independent of the filter. For this purpose, the position where the folds are overlapped on the part where the folds are formed can be fixed through the tip of the first protrusion.

9 c shows that the first and second protrusions have a combined shape of a tick, and there is a predetermined uniform gap between the first and second protrusions, so that it is possible to accommodate the thickness of the face of the mask (1). Since the shape shown in FIG. 9 c does not include the tip of the first projection and the second projection, it is stored with minimal damage to the fabric for a mask with a thin or easily torn fabric, such as a summer fabric or a cheap fabric. it is possible

In addition, in the shape in which the first protrusion and the second protrusion are combined, there may be various embodiments.

11 is a shape diagram according to another embodiment of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention. As shown, in the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention, the first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 are each in order to minimize the area in which the lower part 200 comes into contact with the user's face. It may be bent from the upper part 100 and the lower part 200 .

Specifically, in order for the user's finger to operate the tongs, a force is applied to at least one of the first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 to gather the first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 together. to bring the two closer to each other with a single point. At this time, when the second pressing member 240 is in contact with the user's face, in order for the user's finger to enter between the second pressing member 240 and the user's face, the second pressing member 240 moves away from the user's face. The forceps must be pulled outward from the user's face so that the forceps are formed by the corresponding operation, and the portion of the forceps formed with the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 presses the user's face, and the user's face is injured or pressed. You may experience discomfort due to In addition, when the tongs are used, if all of the mandibular part 200 (one side of the second body 210) is in full contact with the user's face, it may be a burden on the user's facial skin and may cause discomfort during use.

Therefore, in order to solve this inconvenience, the first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 are bent from the upper part 100 and the lower part 200, respectively, so that the user's finger operates the tongs. However, it is possible to provide an advantageous structure in terms of use because the burden on the user's face is reduced.

In another embodiment, even if the first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 are not in the bent shape, a protective member formed of silicone, leather, rubber, cotton, etc. on one side of the lower part 200 is applied. In addition, by preventing the user's face from coming into direct contact with the mandible 200, the clamping string 410 of the mask 1 is pulled to the ear and the forceps caused by the pressure from the vertical end of the mask 1 can hold the user's face. It is possible to relieve pressure when a pressing phenomenon occurs, and to prevent chafing and scratching of the user's face due to the use of the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention.

Although not shown, in the mask tongs for adjusting the mask area of the present invention, the upper part 100 further includes a first elastic part receiving groove to which one side of the elastic part 500 is fixed, and the lower part 200 is an elastic part. (500) may further include a second elastic part receiving groove to which the other side is fixed.

Specifically, the elastic part 500 may be made of a material that can be stretched or compressed, such as a spring or rubber, and the user's finger applies pressure to collect the first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 at one point. When applied, the elastic part 500 having one side and the other side fixed to the first elastic part receiving groove and the second elastic part receiving groove, respectively, is deformed by a tensile force or a compressive force, so that the first protrusion 130 and the second protrusion 230 are formed. away from each other, and when the pressure from the user's finger is released, the tensile force or compressive force applied to the elastic part 500 is removed so that the elastic part 500 returns to its original shape, and the first elastic part receiving groove and the second elastic part receiving groove are removed. The first pressing member 140 and the second pressing member 240 are separated from each other by pulling the elastic receiving groove in the direction of each other, so that the first projection 130 and the second projection 230 are gathered at one point to be engaged. can induce

As described above, although the present invention has been described with reference to limited embodiments and drawings, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the technical spirit of the present invention and the following by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention pertains. It goes without saying that various modifications and variations are possible within the scope of equivalents of the claims to be described.

1: Mask
100: maxillary
110: first body
120: first connecting member
130: first projection
140: first pressing member
200: mandible
210: second body
220: second connection member
230: second projection
240: second pressing member
241: magnetic groove
242: magnet
243: first ring
244: impact prevention member
300: pin
410: string
420: second ring
500: elastic part

Claims (6)

an upper portion comprising a first connecting member for coupling in the shape of the tongs, a first protrusion for fixing the mask, and a first pressing member for applying unidirectional pressure when the user presses the tongs;
A lower part comprising a second connecting member coupled to the first connecting member, a second protrusion having a shape corresponding to the first protrusion, and a second pressing member supporting the pressure when the user applies pressure to the first pressing member in one direction. ;
While the first connecting member and the second connecting member penetrate in a coupled state to fix the coupling of the upper and lower parts, the rotational movement of the first connecting member from the second connecting member when the user presses the tongs a pin for supporting the; and
An elastic part that is located between the upper part and the lower part, and rotates the first connection member from the second connection member so that the first projection and the second projection come into contact with the user when the user releases the one-way pressure on the tongs. ; and
A body temperature measuring unit for measuring the user's body temperature including a measuring member; includes;
The pin is formed with a locking member protruding in a protrusion shape in the longitudinal direction;
A lock groove recessed in the first connecting member and the second connecting member is formed;
The locking member is engaged with the locking groove to fix the pin to the upper and lower parts, and the locking member is separated from the locking groove by mandibular force to release the pin to release the pin. Wealth may arise,
The measuring member is made of a magnet whose magnetic field strength varies according to temperature, and the magnet is connected to an external measuring device to transmit a measured value,
The measuring member is coated with a dye that changes color according to temperature to provide a color change according to body temperature change.
The method of claim 1,
The second pressing member,
a magnet groove concavely formed on one surface of the second pressing member; and
A magnet fixed to the magnet groove; further including,
When both vertical ends of the mask are brought into contact with each other, the tongs positioned at both vertical ends of the mask are coupled by respective magnets to prevent contamination of the inner surface of the mask in accommodating the mask. doing,
Mask tongs for adjusting the mask area. 3. The method of claim 2,
The second pressing member,
Including a first ring;
The first ring is characterized in that connectable to the strap,
Mask tongs for adjusting the mask area. 4. The method of claim 3,
The first pressing member,
a non-slip groove for preventing the user's finger from sliding when the user operates the tongs; and
It further includes; an anti-slip pad fixed to the anti-slip groove and increasing frictional force,
The second pressing member,
When the user operates the tongs, when the first pressing member is pressed by receiving pressure in one direction, the first pressing member is supported to prevent the first pressing member from transmitting an impact to the second pressing member Further comprising; an anti-impact member;
Mask tongs for adjusting the mask area. The method of claim 1,
The upper part,
It further includes; a first elastic part receiving groove to which one side of the elastic part is fixed,
The lower part,
A second elastic part receiving groove to which the other side of the elastic part is fixed; further comprising,
Mask tongs for adjusting the mask area. delete

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