KR20220053867A - Film mask structure - Google Patents

Abstract

Disclosed is a transparent film mask structure that effectively blocks harmful substances and minimizes a direct contact with the skin. The film mask structure includes: a film mask formed of a film and covering at least a portion of the face; an end cap coupled to an end of the film mask and in contact with the skin of the face; a filtering part arranged inside the film mask; and a fixing member connected to the filtering part and fixing the filtering part or the film mask to the head.

Description

Film mask structure {FILM MASK STRUCTURE}

The present invention relates to a film mask structure formed of a film and having a replaceable filter.

As the causative substances (harmful substances) of respiratory infections such as yellow dust, dust, foreign substances, and droplets are included in the air, many problems such as respiratory problems are caused. A mask is used for this purpose, but there is a problem that there is a lot of space between the facial skin and the mask, so harmful substances can easily flow in, and the mask flows well depending on the shape of the face.

KR 10-2020-0116432 A

An object of the present invention is to provide a transparent film mask structure that effectively blocks harmful substances and minimizes the part in direct contact with the skin.

In addition, the present invention is to provide a film mask structure that can be used for a long time by suppressing direct contamination of the mask during a conversation by arranging a filtering unit on the side surface with a transparent front face.

Furthermore, it is to provide a film mask structure in which the film mask and the filter can be freely replaced.

In order to achieve the object as described above, the film mask structure according to an embodiment of the present invention is formed of a film and covering at least a portion of the face film mask; an end cap coupled to an end of the film mask and in contact with the skin of the face; a filtering unit arranged inside the film mask; and a fixing member connected to the filtering unit and fixing the filtering unit or the film mask to the head.

A film mask structure according to another embodiment of the present invention is formed of a film, the film mask covering at least a portion of the face; a filtering unit arranged inside the film mask; and a fixing member connected to the filtering unit and configured to fix the filtering unit or the film mask to the head. Here, the filtering unit has a filter and a filter fixing unit for receiving and fixing the filter, and the filter fixing unit can be opened and closed so that the filter can be replaced.

Since the film mask structure of the present invention uses a film mask formed of a film, it can be reused after washing and is semi-permanent, and since the end cap is coupled to the film mask to contact the skin, the inflow of harmful substances can be blocked as much as possible.

In addition, since the film mask structure is used by inserting the filter into the filter fixing part, the filter and the respirator do not come into direct contact, so that contamination can be minimized.

1 is a view showing a state in which a film mask structure according to an embodiment of the present invention is worn on the face.
2 is a view showing a film mask according to an embodiment of the present invention.
3 is a diagram illustrating a process of manufacturing a film mask according to an embodiment of the present invention.
4 and 5 are diagrams schematically illustrating a structure in which a filter according to an embodiment of the present invention is coupled to a film mask.
6 to 8 are views showing a filter fixing unit and its components according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As used herein, the singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. In this specification, terms such as "consisting of" or "comprising" should not be construed as necessarily including all of the various components or various steps described in the specification, some of which components or some steps are It should be construed that it may not include, or may further include additional components or steps. In addition, terms such as "...unit" and "module" described in the specification mean a unit that processes at least one function or operation, which may be implemented as hardware or software, or a combination of hardware and software. .

The present invention relates to a film mask structure, and since a film substrate is used, even if the film mask is replaced, the film mask may be reused after washing. As a result, semi-permanent use of the film mask is possible. In addition, the filter that blocks the inflow of harmful substances such as fine dust and droplets can also be replaced.

In addition, since the end cap is used in combination with the film mask, the inflow of harmful substances into the film mask can be blocked as much as possible.

Hereinafter, various embodiments of the film mask structure of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

1 is a view showing a state wearing a film mask structure according to an embodiment of the present invention on the face, Figure 2 is a view showing a film mask according to an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 3 is the present invention It is a view showing a film mask manufacturing process according to an embodiment. 4 and 5 are views showing a schematic structure in which a filter is coupled to a film mask according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 6 to 8 are a filter fixing unit and its configuration according to an embodiment of the present invention Figures showing the elements.

Referring to FIG. 1 , the film mask structure of this embodiment may include a film mask 100 , an end cap 102 , a filtering unit 104 , and a fixing member 106 . On the other hand, a center member 108 for holding the center of gravity may be formed in the center of the fixing member 106 .

The film mask 100 may be easily formed by pressing the mask film 310 with thermocompression molds 300 and 302 as shown in FIG. 3 . Here, the thermocompression molds 300 and 302 have concave and convex portions corresponding to the shape of the film mask 100 . When the film mask 100 is formed of a film in this way, it can be used semi-permanently by washing.

According to an embodiment, the film mask 100 may be formed of a transparent film such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polycarbonate (PC), polypropylene (PP), PE (polyethylene), or the like.

According to another embodiment, the film mask 100 may include a UV absorber to protect the skin from UV rays, or a heat blocking layer for suppressing heat generation due to sunlight or the like.

The film mask 100 may be designed to cover not only the mouth and nose, but also the eyes and forehead as shown in FIG. 1 . That is, the film mask 100 may mask the entire face.

In addition, the film mask 100 is designed so that the front surface is formed to protrude so as not to contact the eyes, nose, and mouth to prevent skin troubles and to facilitate breathing. However, the portion 230 corresponding to the forehead of the film mask 100 may be in close contact with the forehead for stable wearing.

The end cap 102 may be coupled along a termination line of the film mask 100 . For example, as shown in FIG. 2 , a groove is formed in the end cap 102 , and the end of the film mask 100 is inserted into the groove of the end cap 102 , so that the end cap 102 and the film mask ( 100) may be combined. Of course, the film mask 100 and the end cap 102 may be manufactured integrally, but since the process is complicated and the cost increases, it is efficient to separately manufacture the end cap 102 and the film mask 100 and then combine them. .

According to one embodiment, the end cap 102 may be formed of high adhesion silicone or urethane. If these materials are used, the end cap 102 may have high adhesion to the skin, and thus may be stable when the film mask structure is worn on the face.

However, if a higher adhesion is desired, the end cap 102 may use tape or the like. In this case, the base film of the end cap 102 may be silicone or urethane.

The filtering unit 104 functions to filter harmful substances, and may be located on the inner side of the film mask 100 as shown in FIGS. 1, 4 and 5 . As a result, since the filter 700 of the filtering unit 104 does not come into direct contact with the respirator, contamination can be minimized. In this case, the filtering unit 104 may be coupled to the inner surface of the film mask 100 . However, the bonding may be performed through various methods such as attachment.

In addition, the filtering unit 104 may be detachable from the film mask 100 , and may be connected to the fixing member 106 hung on the ear. As a result, the film mask 100 and the filtering unit 104 can be stably supported by the fixing member 106 .

According to an embodiment, the filtering unit 104 may include a filter 700 that blocks harmful substances such as KF80 and KF94, and a filter fixing unit fixing it and a connection unit 510 for connecting to the fixing member 106. can

The filter fixing part includes a filter inserting part 600 and a cover part 602 as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, but the filter inserting part 600 and the cover part 620 are connected by a hinge 604. can

In addition, a protrusion 612 is formed at one end of the filter insertion part 600 , and a groove for accommodating the protrusion 612 may be formed in the cover part 602 . That is, the filter fixing part can be opened and closed based on the hinge 604 .

Specifically, a hole 630 is formed in the filter insertion unit 600 , and the filter 700 is inserted and fixed into the hole 630 of the filter insertion unit 600 . but. For stable fixing, a step is formed on the inner surface of the filter insertion part 600 corresponding to the hole 630 as shown in FIG. 6 , and the filter 700 is placed at a position where the step exists. When the cover part 620 is closed in this state, the filter 700 may be stably fixed by the filter fixing part. Of course, when the filter 700 is replaced, the filter 700 can be easily replaced by opening the cover part 620 . In addition, as long as the filter 700 can be fixed, the structure of the filter fixing part may be variously modified.

Since the filter 700 is housed by the filter fixing part, the filter 700 does not come into direct contact with the respirator, for example, the mouth and nose, so that contamination of the respirator can be minimized.

According to an embodiment, at least one longitudinal hole may be formed in the cover part 602 .

The fixing member 106 may be connected to the filter fixing part through the connection part 702, and is caught on the human ear. The fixing member 106 may be bent based on the bending point 800 so that the fixing member 106 is easily hung on the ear. At this time, since the portion caught on the ear of the fixing member 106 is minimized, skin troubles of the ear portion may be minimized.

In summary, the film mask structure of the present invention uses a film mask 100 made of a film, and the end cap 102 is attached to the end of the film mask 100 to maximally block entry of harmful substances into the film mask 100 . It is used in combination with the film mask 100 , and a filter fixing unit containing the film 700 can be arranged on the inner side.

In the above, it was mentioned that the film mask 100 covers the entire face, but only a part may be covered. For example, the film mask 100 may cover only the nose and mouth. In this case, the shape of the film mask 100 will be different, and the end cap 102 and the filter fixing part will be used in the same way.

On the other hand, the components of the above-described embodiment can be easily grasped from a process point of view. That is, each component may be identified as each process. In addition, the process of the above-described embodiment can be easily understood from the point of view of the components of the apparatus.

The above-described embodiments of the present invention have been disclosed for purposes of illustration, and various modifications, changes, and additions will be possible within the spirit and scope of the present invention by those skilled in the art having ordinary knowledge of the present invention, and such modifications, changes and additions should be regarded as belonging to the following claims.

100: film mask 102: end cap
104: filtering unit 106: fixing member
600: filter insertion unit 602: cover unit
604: hinge 612: protrusion
700: filter 702: connection part

Claims (7)

a film mask formed of a film and covering at least a portion of the face;
an end cap coupled to an end of the film mask and in contact with the skin of the face;
a filtering unit arranged inside the film mask; and
and a fixing member connected to the filtering unit and fixing the filtering unit or the film mask to the head. The film mask structure according to claim 1, wherein the film mask is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polycarbonate (PC), polypropylene (PP) or PE (polyethylene), and is formed by a thermocompression bonding method. The method of claim 1, wherein the end cap is formed of silicone or urethane,
A groove is formed in the end cap, the film mask and the end cap are coupled by inserting an end of the film mask into the groove, and the end cap is formed along the end of the film mask. mask structure. According to claim 1, wherein the filtering unit arranged on the inner side of the filter mask,
a filter that filters out harmful substances; and
Including a filter fixing unit for accommodating the filter,
The filtering part is connected to the fixing member, and the filter fixing part is a film mask structure, characterized in that it has a structure that can be opened and closed to allow replacement of the filter. The method of claim 4, wherein the filter fixing unit,
a filter insertion unit into which the filter is inserted;
a cover part covering the filter insertion part; and
A hinge connecting the filter insertion part and the cover part,
A hole is formed in the filter insertion part, and a step is formed on an inner surface of the filter insertion part corresponding to the hole, and the filter is inserted into and fixed into the hole of the filter insertion part in a state of being placed on the step, and one part of the filter insertion part A protrusion is formed on a side surface, and a groove into which the protrusion can be inserted is formed in the cover part. a film mask formed of a film and covering at least a portion of the face;
a filtering unit arranged inside the film mask; and
It is connected to the filtering unit and comprises a fixing member for fixing the filtering unit or the film mask to the head,
The filtering unit has a filter and a filter fixing unit for receiving and fixing the filter, and the filter fixing unit is openable and openable so that the filter can be replaced. The method of claim 6, wherein the filter fixing part,
a filter insertion unit into which the filter is inserted;
a cover part covering the filter insertion part; and
A hinge connecting the filter insertion part and the cover part,
A hole is formed in the filter insertion part, and a step is formed on an inner surface of the filter insertion part corresponding to the hole, and the filter is inserted into and fixed into the hole of the filter insertion part in a state of being placed on the step, and one part of the filter insertion part A protrusion is formed on a side surface, and a groove into which the protrusion can be inserted is formed in the cover part.

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