KR102586380B1 - Mask and silicone structure used thereto - Google Patents

Abstract

The technical task of the present invention is to provide a mask that can minimize irritation to the skin. To this end, the mask of the present invention includes a silicone body made of silicone material and having a concave inner surface; Ventilation holes formed in the silicone body to allow air to flow in and out; a filter member that covers the ventilation hole and filters incoming air; A wearing unit that wears the silicone body on the user's face; and a filter attachment/detachment unit that detachably attaches the filter member to the silicone body.

Description

Mask and silicone structure used thereto {Mask and silicone structure used thereto}

The present invention relates to masks.

Generally, masks are used to cover the nose and mouth to prevent inhalation of dust or the spread of droplets.

Fine dust is dust whose particles are so small that they cannot be seen with the naked eye. They penetrate deep into a person's alveoli and accumulate in the bronchi and lungs, causing various respiratory diseases and a decrease in the body's immune function. In addition, coronaviruses are RNA viruses that cause respiratory infections in humans and animals, and are mainly transmitted through droplets. To prevent this, the importance of masks that can block fine dust or droplet transmission is being increasingly emphasized.

Existing masks typically consist of a mask body made of a fiber material such as non-woven fabric or cloth that covers the nose, mouth, cheeks, etc. excluding the eyes, and earrings in the form of rubber bands that are worn on the ears to secure the mask body to the face.

However, existing masks have a problem in that the inner surface of the mask body made of fiber material directly touches the skin of the face, causing discomfort due to the rough texture of the fiber material. When used for a long time, this rough texture continues and irritates the skin. There is a problem of causing skin problems on the user's face.

In addition, the existing mask is made of a fiber material, so it has poor adhesion to the skin, so there is a problem that unfiltered outside air flows in through the gaps, and there is a problem of fogging of glasses and the like while exhaling.

The technical object of the present invention is to provide a mask that can minimize irritation to the skin and a silicone structure used therein.

Another technical object of the present invention is to provide a mask that can increase adhesion to the skin and a silicone structure used therein.

In order to achieve the above object, a mask according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a silicon body having a concave inner surface and made of a silicon material; Ventilation holes formed in the silicone body to allow air to flow in and out; a filter member that covers the ventilation hole and filters incoming air; A wearing unit that wears the silicone body on the user's face; and a filter attachment/detachment unit that detachably attaches the filter member to the silicone body, wherein the silicone body has an edge curved inward, and an inner surface of the silicone body excluding the edge. It has a concave shape and a depth that does not touch the user's facial skin, and the wearing part includes: passing slits formed on both edges of the silicone body; an outer cover made of a fiber material and surrounding the outer surface of the silicone body; and earrings respectively fixed to both edges of the outer cover and passing through each of the passing slits to be hung on the user's ears, wherein the wearing portion is formed to be stepped on the outer surface of the silicone body and has an edge of the outer cover. It further includes an external cover locking part that catches.

The filter detachable portion may include a support portion protruding from an inner circumferential surface of the ventilation hole; and a detachable member that is detachably provided on the support part, mounts the filter member between the support part and the detachable member, and has one or more openings in communication with the ventilation hole.

The support portion includes a mounting hub located at the center of the ventilation hole and on which the detachable member is mounted; and one or more supports connected between the inner peripheral surface of the ventilation hole and the mounting hub.

The detachable member may be detachably coupled to the mounting hub using a coupler. The coupler includes a coupling protrusion provided on any one of the detachable member and the mounting hub; and a coupling groove provided on the other one of the detachable member and the mounting hub and into which the coupling protrusion is inserted. A protrusion passing hole for passing the coupling protrusion may be formed in the filter member.

The detachable member may have a smaller diameter than the ventilation hole.

The filter member may have its center cover the ventilation hole and its edge portion may be provided on the outer surface of the silicone body.

The filter member may have a plurality of cutouts formed at its edges.

Each of the cut portions may be cut from the edge of the filter member toward its center and may be disposed at intervals along the circumference of the filter member.

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Each of the passing slits may have a structure in which opposing inner surfaces are in contact with each other.

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The earrings may be strings or wide straps.

For example, if the earring is a string, it may have a ring shape. As another example, if the earring is a wide strap, an earring hole for hanging on the ear may be formed in the middle portion.

If the earring is a wide strap, the end of the earring may be provided with a fastening means such as Velcro so that it can be fastened to the end of the other strap. Therefore, for people who have ear pain, etc., they can be used by connecting directly with Velcro without using the earring hole.

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As described above, the mask according to embodiments of the present invention and the silicon structure used therein may have the following effects.

According to embodiments of the present invention, a technical configuration including a silicone body, a ventilation hole, a filter member, a wearing unit, and a filter attachment/detachment unit is provided, so that the silicone body can be worn on the user's face through the wearing unit. , pollutants (fine dust, droplets, etc.) in the outside air can be filtered through the filter member, and it can be used semi-permanently by replacing only the filter member with a new one through the filter detachment part, and external force is not applied due to the self-elasticity of the silicone body. Even if it is returned to its original position, it can maintain its original shape, and by maintaining its original shape for long-term use, only the edge of the silicone body touches the face and the inner surface of the silicone body can be prevented from touching the user's facial skin, thereby protecting the skin. Irritation can be minimized.

In addition, according to embodiments of the present invention, due to the characteristics of the silicone body, the edge forming the circumference of the silicone body can be strongly adhered to the face while being partially deformed to fit the contour of the face due to its own elasticity, thereby filtering out between the silicone body and the face. It can block the inflow of unwanted external air, and prevents fogging of glasses by preventing breath from leaking out during exhalation.

In addition, according to embodiments of the present invention, the filter detachable part provides a technical configuration including a support part and a detachable member, so anyone can easily assemble it by placing the filter member between the support part and the detachable member and then mounting the detachable member to the support part. It can be installed easily and quickly, and since the filter member is installed while being positioned between the support part and the detachable member, the filter member can be made slightly larger than the ventilation hole for installation without lengthening both ends of the filter member. Expensive filter elements can be saved.

Additionally, according to embodiments of the present invention, the support portion provides a technical configuration including a mounting hub and one or more supports, so that the filter member can be stably supported through the mounting hub located at the center of the ventilation hole.

In addition, according to embodiments of the present invention, the filter member provides a technical configuration provided on the outer surface of the silicone body, so that the filter member is pulled by the inflow force of the air while breathing in air and firmly adheres to the outer surface of the silicone body. This allows polluted outdoor air (outdoor air containing fine dust or droplets, etc.) to pass through the filter member intensively rather than flowing in between the filter member and the silicone body, thereby increasing filtration efficiency.

In addition, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the wearing part provides a technical configuration including a pass-through slit, an external cover, and an earring, so that the earring is inserted into the pass-through slit of the silicone body while the outer cover is covered on the outer surface of the silicone body. The silicone body can be easily and quickly worn on the user's face by hanging it on the user's ear.

In addition, according to one embodiment of the present invention, each passage slit provides a technical configuration in which opposing inner surfaces are in contact with each other, so that the passage slit can be maintained in a closed state even after the earring is inserted. This can prevent contaminated outdoor air from flowing in through it.

In addition, according to another embodiment of the present invention, the wearing unit provides a technical configuration in which the earring is fixed to both edges of the silicone body to be worn on the user's ears, so that an embodiment of the present invention further includes an external cover, etc. Compared to the example, the product cost can be lowered by reducing the number of components, and exhalation can be performed more smoothly by removing the external cover.

In addition, according to another embodiment of the present invention, the detachable member provides a technical configuration having a smaller diameter than the ventilation hole, so that while exhaled breath is discharged through the ventilation hole, the edge of the filter member is supported by the detachable member and is discharged. It can be smoothly bent in the desired direction, allowing exhaled breath to be discharged smoothly.

In addition, according to another embodiment of the present invention, the filter member provides a technical configuration in which a plurality of incisions are formed at the edge thereof, so that while exhaled breath is discharged through the ventilation hole, the edge of the filter member is formed through the plurality of incisions. It can bend more smoothly in the discharge direction.

1 is a diagram schematically showing a mask according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a view of the mask of FIG. 1 cut along line II-II.
FIG. 3 is a view of the mask of FIG. 1 cut along line III-III.
FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically showing the silicon body of FIG. 1.
Figure 5 is a diagram schematically showing a state in which a filter member is mounted on the silicon body of Figure 4.
Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing the mask of Figure 1 worn on the user's face.
Figure 7 is a diagram schematically showing the mask of Figure 1 worn on the user's head.
Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a mask according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a mask according to a third embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 is a diagram schematically showing the state in which exhaled breath is discharged through the mask of Figure 9.
Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a mask according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 12 is a diagram schematically showing a state in which exhaled breath is discharged through the mask of Figure 11.
Figure 13 is an exploded perspective view schematically showing the mask of Figure 11.

Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the present invention may be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

FIG. 1 is a diagram schematically showing a mask according to a first embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a view of the mask of FIG. 1 cut along line II-II, and FIG. 3 is a view of the mask of FIG. 1 taken along line III-III. This is a drawing cut with lines. FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically showing the silicon body of FIG. 1, and FIG. 5 is a diagram schematically showing a state in which a filter member is mounted on the silicon body of FIG. 4. FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing the mask of FIG. 1 worn on the user's face, and FIG. 7 is a diagram schematically showing the mask of FIG. 1 worn on the user's head.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 9, the mask 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention includes a silicone body 110, a ventilation hole 120, a filter member 130, and a wearing portion ( 140) and a filter removable part 150. Hereinafter, with continued reference to FIGS. 1 to 7, each component will be described in detail.

The silicon body 110 is a component forming the structure S10, which is the main support body of the mask 100 of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 1. This silicon body 110 may be made of a silicon material and may have a concave inner surface 110a and a convex outer surface 110b as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3.

Furthermore, the edge of the silicone body 110 may be in close contact with the user's facial skin, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 . Additionally, the concave inner surface 110a of the silicone body 110 may have a depth that does not contact the user's facial skin (including the nose), as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 .

Additionally, the silicon body 110 may have a shape (see “G31” in FIG. 9 ) whose edges are curved inward. Therefore, the adhesion to the user's facial skin can be increased through the edges of this curved shape.

The ventilation hole 120 is a component that allows air to flow in and out of the silicone body 110 while the wearer exhales or inhales air. These ventilation holes 120 may be formed in the silicon body 110, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 5 . For example, the ventilation hole 120 may be formed in the center of the silicon body 110, as shown in FIG. 4.

The filter member 130 is a component that filters dust, etc. contained in the air while the wearer breathes in the air. As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, this filter member 130 may be provided on the ventilation hole 120 through which air flows in and out, and may be provided to cover the ventilation hole 120.

Furthermore, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the center of the filter member 130 may cover the ventilation hole 120 and its edge may be provided on the outer surface 110b of the silicone body 110. Therefore, while inhaling air, the filter member 130 is pulled by the inflow force of the air and can be firmly adhered to the outer surface 110b of the silicone body 110, thereby preventing contaminated external air (outdoor air containing fine dust or droplets, etc.) ) does not flow between the filter member 130 and the silicone body 110 but passes through the filter member 130 intensively, thereby increasing filtration efficiency.

The wearing unit 140 is a component for wearing the silicone body 110 on the user's face, and the filter detachable unit 150 is a component that attaches and detachably attaches the filter member 130 to the silicone body 110. It is an element. A more detailed description of the wearing part 140 and the filter attachment/detachment part 150 will be described later.

Therefore, since these components are provided, the silicone body 110 can be worn on the user's face through the wearing part 140, and pollutants (fine dust, droplets, etc.) in the outside air can be removed through the filter member 130. can be filtered, and can be used semi-permanently by replacing only the filter member 130 with a new one through the filter attachment/detachment unit 150. Even if an external force is applied due to the self-elasticity of the silicone body 110, it is returned to its original position and is returned to its original position. It can maintain its original shape, and by maintaining its original shape for long-term use, only the edge of the silicone body 110 touches the face and the inner surface 110a of the silicone body 110 can be prevented from touching the user's facial skin. Irritation to the skin can be minimized. In addition, due to the nature of the silicone body 110, the edge forming the circumference of the silicone body 110 can be deformed to a certain extent to fit the contour of the face due to its own elasticity and come into strong contact with the face, creating a gap between the silicone body 110 and the face. It can block the inflow of unfiltered outside air, and prevents fogging of glasses, etc. by preventing breath from leaking out during exhalation.

Hereinafter, the wearing unit 140 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3 .

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the wearing unit 140 may include two passage slits 141, an external cover 142, and two earrings 143.

Each passing slit 141 may be formed on both edges of the silicon body 110, respectively. The outer cover 142 may be made of a fiber material and may be provided to surround the outer surface 110b of the silicone body 110. Each earring 143 may be fixed to both edges of the outer cover 142 and may pass through each passage slit 141 to be hung on the user's ear. Therefore, with the outer cover 142 covering the outer surface 110b of the silicone body 110, the earring 143 is passed through the through slit 141 of the silicone body 110 and hung on the user's ear. 110) can be easily and quickly worn on the user's face.

Furthermore, the outer cover 142 with the earrings 143 may be used as a ready-made cotton mask or non-woven mask that is already sold on the market.

Additionally, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 3, each passing slit 141 may have a structure in which opposing inner surfaces are in contact with each other, that is, a structure cut lengthwise with a sharp knife. Accordingly, the passage slit 141 can remain closed even after the earring 143 is inserted, thereby preventing contaminated outside air from flowing through it.

In addition, the wearing portion 140 is formed to be stepped on the outer surface of the silicone body 110 and may further include an outer cover engaging portion (see reference numeral “G32” in FIG. 11) that catches the edge of the outer cover 142. You can.

The earring 143 may be a string (see “143” in FIG. 1) or a wide strap (see “G33” in FIG. 11). If the earring 143 is a string, it may have a closed curve shape as shown in FIG. 1, and if the earring 143 is a strap, the earring hole (see "G34" in FIG. 11) for hanging on the ear as shown in FIG. 11 is in the middle. It can be formed in parts. In particular, when the earring is a strap (see "G33" in FIG. 11), the end of the earring may be provided with a fastening means such as Velcro (see "G35" in FIG. 11) so that it can be fastened to the end of the other strap. Therefore, in the case of people who have pain in their ears, they can be used by connecting through a fastening means such as Velcro (see “G35” in FIG. 11) without using an earring hole.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 2, 4, and 5, the filter attachment/detachment unit 150 will be described in detail.

The filter detachable part 150 may include a support part 151 and a detachable member 152, as shown in FIGS. 2, 4, and 5. The support portion 151 may be provided to protrude from the inner peripheral surface of the ventilation hole 120 . The detachable member 152 may be detachably provided on the support part 151 and may mount the filter member 130 between the support part 151 and one or more openings 152a communicating with the ventilation hole 120. ) can have.

Therefore, anyone can install it easily and quickly by simply assembling the filter member 130 between the support part 151 and the detachable member 152 and then attaching the detachable member 152 to the support part 151, and the filter member ( 130) is mounted while being positioned between the support portion 151 and the detachable member 152, so for installation, both ends of the filter member 130 are not lengthened and the size of the filter member 130 is slightly larger than the ventilation hole 120. Since it can be manufactured and used in a large size, the expensive filter member 130 can be saved.

Furthermore, the support portion 151 may include a mounting hub 151a and three supports 151b, as shown in FIG. 4 . The mounting hub 151a may be located at the center of the ventilation hole 120 and the detachable member 152 may be mounted thereon. The three supports 151b may be connected between the inner peripheral surface of the ventilation hole 120 and the mounting hub 151a and may be spaced approximately 120 degrees apart from each other. Of course, although not shown, the number of supports is not limited to three and may be one, two, four or more. Accordingly, the filter member 130 can be stably supported through the mounting hub 151a located at the center of the ventilation hole 120.

Additionally, the detachable member 152 may be detachably coupled to the mounting hub 151a by a coupler C20, as shown in FIG. 2 . For example, the coupler C20 may include a coupling protrusion C21 provided on the detachable member 152, and a coupling groove C22 provided on the mounting hub 151a into which the coupling protrusion C21 is inserted. A protrusion passing hole 131 may be formed in the filter member 130 to allow the coupling protrusion C21 to pass through. Of course, although not shown, a coupling protrusion may be provided on the mounting hub and a coupling groove may be formed on the detachable member.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 8, the mask 200 according to the second embodiment of the present invention will be described.

Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a mask according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 8, the mask 200 according to the second embodiment of the present invention is the same as the first embodiment of the present invention described above except for the wings 260 and the passing slit 241. , The following will mainly explain this.

The wings 260 may be provided in a protruding form on both edges of the silicon body 110, and the passing slit 241 may be formed in the wings 260.

Accordingly, when the earring 143 passes through the passing slit 241, it does not have to pass between the edge of the silicone body 110 and the face, thereby further increasing the adhesion between the edge of the silicone body 110 and the face.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 9 and 10, a mask 300 according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described.

Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a mask according to a third embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 10 is a diagram schematically showing a state in which exhaled breath is discharged through the mask of Figure 9.

As shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the mask 300 according to the third embodiment of the present invention has the size of the detachable member 352, the edge shape (G31) of the silicone body 310, and the earrings 343. Since it is the same as the first or second embodiment of the present invention described above except for, the following description will mainly focus on this.

The detachable member 352 may have a smaller diameter than the ventilation hole 120. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 10, while exhaled breath is discharged through the ventilation hole 120, the edge portion of the filter member is supported by the detachable member 352 and can be smoothly bent in the direction of discharge. Exhaled breath can be discharged smoothly.

Meanwhile, since the edge shape G31 of the silicon body 310 and the earrings 343 have already been mentioned in the mask 100 of the first embodiment of the present invention described above, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 11 to 13, a mask 400 according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described.

Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view schematically showing a mask according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention, Figure 12 is a diagram schematically showing a state in which exhaled breath is discharged through the mask of Figure 11, and Figure 13 is a diagram showing the mask of Figure 11. This is a schematic exploded perspective view.

The mask 400 according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIGS. 11 to 13, is the same as the third embodiment of the present invention described above except for the filter member 430 and the wearing portion 440. Since it is the same as , the description below will mainly focus on this.

As shown in FIG. 13, the filter member 430 may have a plurality of cut portions 431 formed at its edges. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 12, while exhaled breath is discharged through the ventilation hole 120, the edge portion of the filter member 430 can be bent more smoothly in the discharge direction through the plurality of cut portions 431. there is.

For example, each cut 431 may be cut from the edge of the filter member 430 toward its center, as shown in Figure 13, and at intervals along the circumference of the filter member 430. can be placed.

As shown in FIGS. 11 to 13, the wearing unit 440 is a type without an external cover (see 142 in FIG. 9) and is fixed to both edges of the silicone body 110 to be worn on the user's ears. It may be an earring (441). Therefore, the product price can be lowered by reducing the number of components compared to the first to third embodiments of the present invention, which further include an external cover (see 142 in FIG. 9), and the external cover (see 142 in FIG. 9). ) allows exhalation to occur more smoothly.

Hereinafter, referring again to FIGS. 3 to 5, a silicon structure for a mask (S10) according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described.

The silicon structure for a mask (S10) according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention is the silicon body 110 mentioned in the first embodiment of the present invention described above as shown in FIGS. 3 to 5. It is the same as the technical configuration including the ventilation hole 120, the mounting hub 151a, and one or more supports 151b mentioned in the first embodiment.

That is, the silicone structure for a mask (S10) includes a silicone body 110 made of a silicone material, a ventilation hole 120 formed in the silicone body 110 through which air flows in and out, and located at the center of the ventilation hole 120. It may include a mounting hub 151a for mounting the filter member 130, and one or more supports 151b connecting the inner peripheral surface of the ventilation hole 120 and the mounting hub 151a. Since each of these components is the same as that of the first embodiment of the present invention described above, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

In addition, the silicone structure for the mask (S10) is formed on both edges of the silicone body 110, as shown in FIG. 3, and is formed on each side for penetrating the earrings 143 of the outer cover 142. It may further include a passing slit 141, and as another example, as shown in FIG. 8, wings 260 provided in a protruding form on both edges of the silicon body 110 and an external cover formed thereon ( It may further include each passing slit 241 for passing the earring 143 of 142).

Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above, the scope of the present invention is not limited thereto, and various modifications and improvements made by those skilled in the art using the basic concept of the present invention defined in the following claims are also possible. falls within the scope of rights.

100, 200, 300: Mask 110, 310: Silicone Body
110a: Concave inner surface 110b: Convex outer surface
111: body of silicone body 120: ventilation hole
130, 430: Filter member 140, 440: Wearing part
141, 241: passing slit 142: external cover
143, 343: Earring 150: Filter removable part
151: support 151a: mounting hub
151b: Support 152, 352: Removable member
C20: coupling sphere C21: coupling protrusion
C22: Coupling groove 131: Protrusion through hole
260: Wing S10: Silicone structure for mask

Claims (8)

A silicone body made of silicone material and having a concave inner surface;
Ventilation holes formed in the silicone body to allow air to flow in and out;
a filter member that covers the ventilation hole and filters incoming air;
A wearing unit that wears the silicone body on the user's face; and
a filter attachment/detachment unit that detachably attaches the filter member to the silicone body;
Including,
The silicone body is,
Its edges have a shape that is curved inward,
The inner surface of the silicone body, excluding the edges, is
It has a concave shape and a depth that does not touch the user's facial skin.
The wearing part,
Each passing slit formed on both edges of the silicon body;
an outer cover made of a fiber material and surrounding the outer surface of the silicone body; and
Earrings fixed to both edges of the outer cover and passing through each of the passing slits to be hung on the user's ears;
Including,
The wearing part,
An outer cover locking portion that is formed to be stepped on the outer surface of the silicone body and catches the edge of the outer cover.
containing more
mask. In paragraph 1:
The filter removable part,
a support portion provided to protrude from an inner circumferential surface of the ventilation hole; and
a detachable member that is detachably provided on the support part, mounts the filter member between the support part and the detachable member, and has one or more openings in communication with the ventilation hole;
containing
mask. In paragraph 2,
The filter member is,
Its center covers the ventilation hole and its edge is provided on the outer surface of the silicone body.
mask. In paragraph 3,
The detachable member is,
Having a diameter smaller than the ventilation hole
mask. In paragraph 1:
The filter member is,
Multiple incisions are formed at the edges.
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