TW201521619A - An active venting system and devices incorporating active venting system - Google Patents

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TW201521619A
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Abstract

An active venting system for venting air from devices covering mouth and nose, said active venting system comprises: a power source; a blower coupled to the power source; and an electronic device or a printed circuit board coupled to the blower, wherein the blower is turned on or off by the electronic device or printed circuit board to vent exhaled or dead air from the respirator body. Also, provided are respiratory devices comprising the active venting system.

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主動通氣系統和包含主動通氣系統的設備 Active ventilation system and equipment containing an active ventilation system

本揭露書一般係有關於一種在覆蓋穿戴者的鼻和臉的防護裝備和呼吸設備(例如面罩、頭盔)中使用的主動通氣系統(Active Venting System,AVS)。特別是,本發明關於具有用於在每個呼吸週期內有效地移除呼出空氣的主動通氣系統的呼吸設備。 The present disclosure generally relates to an Active Venting System (AVS) for use in protective equipment and respiratory equipment (eg, masks, helmets) that cover the wearer's nose and face. In particular, the present invention relates to a breathing apparatus having an active venting system for effectively removing exhaled air during each breathing cycle.

覆蓋穿戴者的鼻和臉的防護裝備和呼吸設備(例如面罩、頭盔等)在其操作期間需要通氣系統以移除它們內部的溫暖且潮濕的呼出空氣。該通氣系統可具有或不具有強制通氣。 Protective equipment and respiratory devices (such as masks, helmets, etc.) that cover the nose and face of the wearer require a ventilation system during their operation to remove warm and moist exhaled air from within them. The ventilation system may or may not have forced ventilation.

US 20110083255公開了一種用於具有空氣通氣開口的運動頭盔的通氣系統,其中至少一些所述通氣開口具有至少部分地覆蓋所述通氣開口的蓋子。透過旋轉軸的傾斜,此蓋子部分地或完全地釋放此通氣開口。當致動蓋子時,該蓋子的一端被提升到周圍的頭盔表面以上,同時該蓋子的另一端被降低到周圍的頭盔表面的水平面以下。因此,將運動頭盔內部的空氣排出是透過使用者致動該蓋子,而不是透過強制通氣。 US 20110083255 discloses a ventilation system for a sports helmet having an air venting opening, wherein at least some of the venting openings have a cover that at least partially covers the venting opening. The cover partially or completely releases the vent opening through the tilt of the rotating shaft. When the lid is actuated, one end of the lid is raised above the surface of the surrounding helmet while the other end of the lid is lowered below the level of the surrounding helmet surface. Therefore, the air inside the sports helmet is discharged by the user, rather than through forced ventilation.

N95面罩和呼吸器被用作針對空氣污染物(例如霧霾和流感)的防護裝備。市面販售的不具強制通氣的產品被分類成兩個主要類別:一次性使用的可拋棄的呼吸器,以及具有可拆卸的過濾器盒的可重複使用的呼吸器。這些不具有強制通氣的產品通常配有單向之結合在一起的閥(被動閥)以允許呼出空氣逸出。然而,這些被動閥在移除溫暖且潮濕的呼出空氣時的功效高 度地依賴於呼吸深度和壓力。 N95 masks and respirators are used as protective gear for airborne contaminants such as smog and flu. Commercially available non-forced ventilation products are categorized into two main categories: disposable disposable respirators and reusable respirators with removable filter cartridges. These products without forced ventilation are usually equipped with a one-way combined valve (passive valve) to allow exhaled air to escape. However, these passive valves are highly effective in removing warm and humid exhaled air. It depends on the depth and pressure of breathing.

通常,由於單向閥的有限的窗口,呼出空氣被強制透過過濾器排出。當溫暖的呼出空氣流經冷的過濾器時,溫暖的呼出空氣中的水氣冷凝,從而部分地或完全地阻塞過濾器中的空氣通道。空氣通道的尺寸的減少直接使空氣阻力增加,空氣阻力增加導致呼吸困難。此外,缺乏適當的呼出路徑導致熱且潮濕的呼出空氣在呼吸器的主體內循環,因此引起使用者的不適。 Typically, exhaled air is forced through the filter due to the limited window of the one-way valve. As warm exhaled air flows through the cold filter, the moisture in the warm exhaled air condenses, partially or completely blocking the air passages in the filter. The reduction in the size of the air passage directly increases the air resistance, and the increase in air resistance causes difficulty in breathing. In addition, the lack of a proper exhalation path causes hot and humid exhaled air to circulate within the body of the respirator, thus causing discomfort to the user.

為了克服此問題,具有強制通氣或由風扇和/或鼓風機提供動力的空氣供應的呼吸器是可取得的。這些設備被設計成供應最高達800L/min的大的空氣流以適合個人的呼吸需要。這些產品通常是體積大的且需要大的的動力供應以維持長時間的空氣流和壓力。為滿足空氣流高速率,該動力供應通常是外加的且不是呼吸器主體的一部分。因此,這些產品不適合於一般大眾日常使用。 To overcome this problem, a respirator with forced air or air supply powered by a fan and/or blower is available. These devices are designed to supply large air streams of up to 800 L/min to suit the individual's breathing needs. These products are typically bulky and require a large power supply to maintain long air flow and pressure. To meet the high airflow rate, the power supply is typically external and not part of the body of the respirator. Therefore, these products are not suitable for everyday use by the general public.

因此,需要一種主動通氣系統,當將該主動通氣系統納入到呼吸設備或防護裝備中時,該主動通氣系統可以被舒適地用於長時間的用途,且適合於一般大眾。另外,要求這樣的設備應當將熱且潮濕、導致穿戴者不適的呼出空氣對臉部的接觸最小化,且具有在每個呼出週期內排出熱和濕氣的有效裝置。 Accordingly, there is a need for an active ventilation system that can be comfortably used for extended periods of time when incorporated into a respiratory or protective device and that is suitable for the general public. In addition, such devices are required to minimize contact with the face of hot and humid exhaled air that causes discomfort to the wearer, and to have effective means of expelling heat and moisture during each exhalation cycle.

提供以下發明內容以便於理解所所揭露的實施例獨有的一些創新特徵,且非旨在完整描述。透過將整個說明書、申請專利範圍、附圖和摘要作為整體考慮,能夠獲得對本文的實施例的多個方面的充分理解。 The following summary is provided to facilitate an understanding of some of the innovative features of the disclosed embodiments and is not intended to be exhaustive. A full understanding of various aspects of the embodiments herein can be obtained by considering the entire specification, the scope of the claims, the drawings and the abstract.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供一種用於將空氣從覆蓋嘴和鼻的設備排出的主動通氣系統,此主動通氣系統包括:電源;耦接到該電源的鼓風機;以及耦接到該鼓風機的電子裝置或印刷電路板,其中該鼓風機藉由該電子裝置或印刷電路板導通或關閉,以將呼出空氣從呼吸器主體排出。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active venting system for venting air from a device that covers the mouth and nose, the active venting system including: a power source; a blower coupled to the power source; and coupled to An electronic device or printed circuit board of the blower, wherein the blower is turned on or off by the electronic device or printed circuit board to discharge exhaled air from the respirator body.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣,其中鼓風機是微型風扇。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide active ventilation wherein the blower is a microfan.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中電子裝置或印刷電路板觸發用於該鼓風機的合適的控制信號,以調節空氣流的速度和量。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active venting system in which an electronic device or printed circuit board triggers appropriate control signals for the blower to adjust the speed and amount of air flow.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中主動通氣系統在整個使用時段維持導通。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active ventilation system in which the active ventilation system maintains conduction throughout the life of the application.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中主動通氣系統在使用後被手動關閉。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active ventilation system in which the active ventilation system is manually closed after use.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中電源是可拆卸的且可充電的電源。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active venting system in which the power source is a detachable and rechargeable power source.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中電源以連接到主電源的電線或電纜供應。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active venting system in which a power source is supplied with wires or cables connected to a mains power source.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中電源能夠在該主動通氣系統仍操作時,透過連到行動電源(power bank)的USB微型電纜再充電。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active venting system in which a power source can be recharged through a USB mini-cable connected to a power bank while the active venting system is still operating.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供主動通氣系統,其中在該主動通氣系統在使用中時,能夠對該電源充電。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide an active ventilation system in which the power source can be charged while the active ventilation system is in use.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,包括:呼吸器主體,其覆蓋穿戴者的臉和嘴,以形成與環境空氣密封的相對封閉的區域;至少一個第一過濾器,整合地配置在該呼吸器主體內,用以過濾吸入空氣;以及至少一個主動通氣系統,功能性地耦接至該呼吸器主體,其中該主動通氣系統操作以將空氣從該呼吸器主體排出,其中該主動通氣系統包括:電源;鼓風機,耦接至該電源;以及電子裝置或印刷電路板,耦接至該鼓風機,其中該鼓風機藉由該電子裝置或印刷電路板導通或關閉,以將呼出空氣從呼吸器主體排出。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device comprising: a respirator body that covers a wearer's face and mouth to form a relatively closed region that is sealed from ambient air; at least one first filter, integrated Disposed within the respirator body for filtering intake air; and at least one active venting system functionally coupled to the respirator body, wherein the active venting system operates to vent air from the respirator body, wherein The active ventilation system includes: a power source; a blower coupled to the power source; and an electronic device or a printed circuit board coupled to the blower, wherein the blower is turned on or off by the electronic device or the printed circuit board to exhale air Discharge from the body of the respirator.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,更包括至少一空氣引導器(air guide),該空氣引導器被放置 在該主動通氣系統的周圍,且圍繞穿戴者的鼻和嘴區域,以導引和分開呼出空氣和吸入空氣。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus, further comprising at least one air guide that is placed Around the active ventilation system, and around the nose and mouth area of the wearer to direct and separate the exhaled air and inhaled air.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該空氣引導器以相對於符合人體工學之面部輪廓傾斜的角度被定位,以移除過量的呼出空氣。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the air guide is positioned at an angle that is oblique relative to an ergonomic facial contour to remove excess exhaled air.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,更包括在該空氣引導器和該呼吸器主體的底座之間的至少一間隙,以在過量的呼出空氣未通過該主動通氣系統被排出的情況下,允許過量的呼出空氣逸出。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus that further includes at least one gap between the air guide and the base of the respirator body to be expelled from excess exhaled air through the active venting system In the case, excessive exhaled air is allowed to escape.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該主動通氣系統被附接到具有膜的單向控制閥,以持續避免環境空氣通過鼓風機入口或出口進入到該呼吸器主體內。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus wherein the active venting system is attached to a one-way control valve having a membrane to continuously prevent ambient air from entering the ventilator body through the blower inlet or outlet.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該具有膜的單向控制閥被附接到該鼓風機的入口或出口。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus wherein the one-way control valve with a membrane is attached to an inlet or outlet of the blower.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該主動通氣系統被附接到第二過濾器以防止環境空氣進入該呼吸器主體。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the active ventilation system is attached to a second filter to prevent ambient air from entering the respirator body.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中第二過濾器被附接到該鼓風機的入口或出口。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus in which a second filter is attached to an inlet or outlet of the blower.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該主動通氣系統被附接到一個閂體(latch),以防止環境空氣進入該呼吸器主體。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the active ventilation system is attached to a latch to prevent ambient air from entering the respirator body.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該閂體被附接到該鼓風機的入口或出口。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus wherein the latch is attached to an inlet or outlet of the blower.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該閂體嵌有感測器,當該主動通氣系統的電能耗盡時,該感測器自動地關閉。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus wherein the latch body is embedded with a sensor that automatically closes when the power of the active venting system is exhausted.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設 備,其中該閂體是透過使用者手動關閉的,以阻塞該鼓風機開口。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus The latch body is manually closed by a user to block the blower opening.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體、該主動通氣系統和該空氣引導器可一起折疊成口袋尺寸。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the respirator body, the active venting system, and the air guide can be folded together into a pocket size.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是可拋棄的或可重複使用的。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the respirator body is disposable or reusable.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是部分地或全部地覆蓋穿戴者的臉的空氣過濾呼吸器。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the respirator body is an air filter respirator that partially or fully covers the wearer's face.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是空氣淨化呼吸器。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the respirator body is an air purifying respirator.

因此,所揭露的實施例的一個目的是提供呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是逃生面罩。 Accordingly, it is an object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a respiratory device wherein the respirator body is an escape mask.

因此,所揭露的實施例的另一個目的是提供呼吸設備,該呼吸設備是特別輕的、小型的且廉價生產的,且利用超低功率的微型鼓風機。 Accordingly, it is another object of the disclosed embodiments to provide a breathing apparatus that is particularly lightweight, compact, and inexpensive to produce, and that utilizes an ultra low power micro-blower.

為了對本發明之上述及其他方面有更佳的瞭解,下文特舉較佳實施例,並配合所附圖式,作詳細說明如下: In order to better understand the above and other aspects of the present invention, the preferred embodiments are described below, and in conjunction with the drawings, the detailed description is as follows:

100‧‧‧呼吸設備 100‧‧‧ breathing equipment

102‧‧‧呼吸器主體 102‧‧‧ Respirator body

104‧‧‧過濾器 104‧‧‧Filter

106‧‧‧空氣引導器 106‧‧‧Air guide

108‧‧‧主動通氣系統 108‧‧‧Active ventilation system

110‧‧‧底座 110‧‧‧Base

112‧‧‧間隙 112‧‧‧ gap

136‧‧‧熱空氣區 136‧‧‧hot air zone

138、140‧‧‧箭頭 138, 140‧‧‧ arrows

142、144‧‧‧空氣流 142, 144‧‧ air flow

146‧‧‧涼空氣區 146‧‧‧ cool air zone

148‧‧‧反向方向 148‧‧‧ Reverse direction

150‧‧‧緊固件 150‧‧‧fasteners

152‧‧‧膜 152‧‧‧ film

154‧‧‧第二過濾器 154‧‧‧Second filter

160‧‧‧閂體 160‧‧‧Latch

161‧‧‧閂體保持器 161‧‧‧Latch holder

222‧‧‧殼體 222‧‧‧ housing

224‧‧‧電子裝置或印刷電路板 224‧‧‧Electronic devices or printed circuit boards

226‧‧‧電源 226‧‧‧Power supply

228‧‧‧鼓風機 228‧‧‧Blowers

230‧‧‧感測器 230‧‧‧ sensor

232‧‧‧鼓風機出口 232‧‧‧ blower outlet

234‧‧‧開口 234‧‧‧ openings

302‧‧‧箭頭 302‧‧‧ arrow

當結合附圖閱讀時,將更好地理解例示性實施例的以上發明內容以及以下具體實施方式。出於例示本揭露書的目的,在附圖中示出了本揭露書的示例性構造。然而,本揭露書不被限制于本文所揭露的特定方法和工具。在任何可能的情況下,相同的元件已經由同樣的數字指示。 The above summary of the exemplary embodiments, as well as the following detailed description, The exemplary construction of the present disclosure is shown in the drawings for the purpose of illustrating the disclosure. However, the disclosure is not limited to the specific methods and tools disclosed herein. Wherever possible, the same elements have been indicated by the same numerals.

第1A-1B圖是呼吸設備的示例性側視圖;第2圖是圖1的呼吸設備的示例性側視圖,顯示在呼出階段的空氣流方向;第3圖是具有主動通氣系統、空氣引導器和過濾器的呼吸設備的示例性俯視立體視圖; 第4圖是呼吸設備內的空氣引導器的示例性立體視圖;第5圖是主動通氣系統的示例性立體視圖的;第6圖是呼吸設備的示例性俯視立體視圖,顯示在呼出期間熱空氣區的產生;第7圖是呼吸設備的示例性俯視立體視圖,顯示在吸入期間涼空氣區的產生;第8圖是呼吸設備的示例性俯視立體視圖,顯示具有過濾器的鼓風機的一個實施例;第9圖是具有單向控制閥的鼓風機的另一個實施例的示例性側視圖;以及第10圖是附接到閂體的主動通氣系統的另一個實施例的示例性側視圖。 1A-1B is an exemplary side view of the breathing apparatus; FIG. 2 is an exemplary side view of the breathing apparatus of FIG. 1 showing the direction of air flow during the exhalation phase; and FIG. 3 is an active ventilation system, air guide An exemplary top perspective view of a respiratory device with a filter; Figure 4 is an exemplary perspective view of the air guide within the breathing apparatus; Figure 5 is an exemplary perspective view of the active venting system; and Figure 6 is an exemplary top perspective view of the breathing apparatus showing hot air during exhalation Generation of a zone; Figure 7 is an exemplary top perspective view of the respiratory device showing the generation of a cool air zone during inhalation; and Figure 8 is an exemplary top perspective view of the respiratory device showing one embodiment of a blower with a filter Figure 9 is an exemplary side view of another embodiment of a blower having a one-way control valve; and Figure 10 is an exemplary side view of another embodiment of an active venting system attached to the latch body.

在這些非限制性例子中討論的特定配置可以被改變,且被引用只是為了說明至少一個實施例且非用以限制其範圍。 The specific configurations discussed in these non-limiting examples may be changed, and are cited only to illustrate at least one embodiment and not to limit the scope thereof.

本發明關於一種主動通氣系統,包括:一電源;一鼓風機,耦接至該電源;以及一電子裝置或一印刷電路板,耦接至該鼓風機,其中該鼓風機透過該電子裝置或印刷電路板導通或關閉,以將呼出空氣從呼吸器主體排出。 The invention relates to an active ventilation system, comprising: a power source; a blower coupled to the power source; and an electronic device or a printed circuit board coupled to the blower, wherein the blower is electrically connected through the electronic device or the printed circuit board Or closed to expel exhaled air from the respirator body.

當配戴該呼吸器主體時,呼出噴嘴被阻塞,且空氣再循環,導致該呼吸器主體內的熱量、水氣和二氧化碳增加。本發明的主動通氣系統藉由模仿呼吸的自然方式解決了此問題。該主體通氣系統具有足夠的動力以將呼出物排出,高達1m遠。因此,防止呼出的空氣在呼吸器主體內再循環。 When the respirator body is worn, the exhalation nozzle is blocked and air is recirculated, resulting in an increase in heat, moisture, and carbon dioxide within the respirator body. The active ventilation system of the present invention solves this problem by mimicking the natural way of breathing. The subject ventilation system has sufficient power to expel the exhalation, up to 1 m away. Therefore, the exhaled air is prevented from being recirculated within the respirator body.

本發明的主動通氣系統不僅移除熱量和水氣,而且還移除二氧化碳。該主動通氣系統可適用於所有種類的防護裝備(例如頭盔)內。該主動通氣系統更可適用於逃生面罩上。逃生面罩通常被用於緊急情況,且覆蓋整個頭或進入任何呼吸設備 內。該呼吸設備具有用於容易儲存和可攜帶的折疊機構。 The active venting system of the present invention not only removes heat and moisture but also removes carbon dioxide. The active ventilation system can be adapted for use in all types of protective equipment such as helmets. The active ventilation system is more suitable for use on an escape mask. Escape masks are often used in emergencies and cover the entire head or enter any breathing apparatus Inside. The breathing apparatus has a folding mechanism for easy storage and portability.

第1A圖中繪示的呼吸設備100的一個實施例顯示呼吸設備100的側視圖。呼吸設備100包括:呼吸器主體102,其具有一個或多個過濾器104和主動通氣系統108。第1B圖繪示根據本發明的另一個實施例的呼吸設備100的側視圖,其中呼吸設備100更包括空氣引導器106。第1A-1B圖中繪示的呼吸設備100的側視圖僅繪示出一個過濾器104。過濾器104整合地配置在呼吸器主體102的表面上,以過濾通過呼吸器主體102的吸入空氣。過濾器104可以是例如可拋棄的或可替換的空氣過濾器,且不限於由紙、泡沫塑料或紡織玻璃纖維製成。過濾器104可具有許多穿孔,空氣在進入呼吸器主體102之前通過許多穿孔而被過濾。在所示的實施例中,隨同呼吸器主體102設置有兩個過濾器104、一個空氣引導器106和主動通氣系統108,然而,有可能用多個這樣的元件應用本發明的教導。應指出的是,第2-10圖是第1B圖的多個視圖的繪示。 One embodiment of the respiratory device 100 illustrated in FIG. 1A shows a side view of the respiratory device 100. The respiratory device 100 includes a respirator body 102 having one or more filters 104 and an active venting system 108. FIG. 1B illustrates a side view of a respiratory device 100 in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, wherein the respiratory device 100 further includes an air guide 106. The side view of the respiratory device 100 depicted in Figures 1A-1B depicts only one filter 104. The filter 104 is integrally disposed on the surface of the respirator body 102 to filter the intake air passing through the respirator body 102. The filter 104 can be, for example, a disposable or replaceable air filter, and is not limited to being made of paper, foam or woven fiberglass. The filter 104 can have a plurality of perforations through which air is filtered prior to entering the respirator body 102. In the illustrated embodiment, two filters 104, one air guide 106, and an active venting system 108 are provided with the respirator body 102, however, it is possible to apply the teachings of the present invention with a plurality of such elements. It should be noted that Figures 2-10 are illustrations of various views of Figure 1B.

如在第1B圖、第2圖和第4圖所繪示的,空氣引導器106放置在呼吸器主體102的底座110附近,以導引來自鼻孔的呼出空氣,並將呼出空氣與在鼻孔區域附近的吸入空氣分開。作為一個實施例,空氣引導器106是環形式的圓形形狀,且例如是由矽膠或柔性聚合物製成。空氣引導器106透過製模(molding)或熱接合附接到呼吸器主體102的內側。 As depicted in Figures 1B, 2, and 4, the air guide 106 is placed adjacent the base 110 of the respirator body 102 to direct exhaled air from the nostrils and to exhale the air in the nostril area. The nearby inhalation air is separated. As an embodiment, the air guide 106 is a circular shape in the form of a ring and is made, for example, of silicone or a flexible polymer. The air guide 106 is attached to the inside of the respirator body 102 by molding or thermal engagement.

在如第1A-1B圖和第3圖中所示的描繪的實施例中,主動通氣系統108也被放置在呼吸器主體102的底座110附近,使得主動通氣系統108在空氣引導器106的周邊內。主動通氣系統108固定在呼吸器主體102的內部表面,並且被用來將呼出空氣從呼吸設備100移除。主動通氣系統108連同空氣引導器106的定位有助於在呼出週期期間移除呼出空氣。主動通氣系統108可在其整個操作期間維持導通,或它能夠被定時以僅在呼出週期期間操作。在後者情況下,透過嵌入的感測器啟動主動通氣 系統108。透過使用合適的控制信號控制設置在主動通氣系統108中的微型鼓風機(在第5圖中解釋的)可以調節空氣流的速度和量。過濾器104、空氣引導器106和主動通氣系統108被定位以產生不同的空氣區,使得吸入空氣流經與呼出空氣分開的區域,且吸入空氣不會與呼出空氣混合。 In the depicted embodiment as shown in FIGS. 1A-1B and 3, the active ventilation system 108 is also placed adjacent the base 110 of the respirator body 102 such that the active ventilation system 108 is at the periphery of the air guide 106. Inside. The active ventilation system 108 is secured to the interior surface of the respirator body 102 and is used to remove exhaled air from the respiratory device 100. The positioning of the active venting system 108 along with the air guide 106 helps to remove exhaled air during the exhalation cycle. The active ventilation system 108 can remain conductive throughout its operation, or it can be timed to operate only during the exhalation cycle. In the latter case, active ventilation is initiated through the embedded sensor System 108. The speed and amount of air flow can be adjusted by controlling the micro-blower (as explained in Figure 5) disposed in the active venting system 108 using suitable control signals. The filter 104, air guide 106, and active venting system 108 are positioned to create different air zones such that the inhaled air flows through an area separate from the exhaled air and the inhaled air does not mix with the exhaled air.

第3圖繪示了呼吸設備100的俯視立體視圖。在呼吸器主體102中顯示了過濾器104、空氣引導器106和主動通氣系統108的定位。在一個實施例中,空氣引導器106被定位成恰在鼻孔之下,使得呼出空氣直接下降到由空氣引導器106界定的空間內。由於此定位,空氣引導器106將呼出空氣有效地導引到主動通氣系統108內(第2圖所示的箭頭302),並防止溫暖的呼出空氣被引導到呼吸器主體102的其他部分。因此,空氣引導器106沿著呼出流產生了與呼吸器主體102的其他部分隔離的溫暖空氣區(在第6圖中進一步描述)。然後,藉由主動通氣系統108移除呼出空氣。此外,間隙112(顯示於第2圖和第4圖)被設置在空氣引導器106和呼吸器主體102之間,用於在主動通氣系統108的速度不足夠快的情況下使呼出空氣逸出。間隙112更允許一些溫暖的呼出空氣沿著呼吸器主體102的側面暫時地逸出,而不是在碰到呼吸器主體102的表面以後反射回到臉部。 FIG. 3 depicts a top perspective view of the respiratory device 100. The positioning of the filter 104, air guide 106, and active venting system 108 is shown in the ventilator body 102. In one embodiment, the air guide 106 is positioned just below the nostrils such that the exhaled air drops directly into the space defined by the air guide 106. Due to this positioning, the air guide 106 effectively directs the exhaled air into the active ventilation system 108 (arrow 302 shown in FIG. 2) and prevents warm exhaled air from being directed to other portions of the respirator body 102. Thus, the air guide 106 creates a warm air zone (described further in FIG. 6) that is isolated from the rest of the respirator body 102 along the exhalation flow. Exhaled air is then removed by the active ventilation system 108. Additionally, a gap 112 (shown in Figures 2 and 4) is disposed between the air guide 106 and the respirator body 102 for escaping the exhaled air if the speed of the active venting system 108 is not fast enough. . The gap 112 further allows some warm exhaled air to temporarily escape along the side of the respirator body 102, rather than being reflected back to the face after hitting the surface of the respirator body 102.

因此,在吸入週期期間,來自呼吸器主體102外部的環境空氣流經空氣過濾器104進入呼吸器主體102內的相對封閉的區域。內部空氣引導器106和主動通氣系統108在每個呼出週期期間有效地移除通常熱且潮濕的呼出空氣。 Thus, ambient air from outside the respirator body 102 flows through the air filter 104 into a relatively closed region within the respirator body 102 during the inhalation cycle. The internal air guide 106 and the active venting system 108 effectively remove the normally hot and humid exhaled air during each exhalation cycle.

請參照第4圖,其揭露了顯示具有間隙112的空氣引導器106的呼吸設備100的立體視圖。空氣引導器106被定位在呼吸器主體102的底座110附近,使得一個或多個間隙112被設置在呼吸器主體102和空氣引導器106之間。在一個呼出週期期間,間隙112使空氣改向到呼吸器主體102的其他區域。如果空氣沒有迅速地排出,空氣引導器106允許過量的溫暖空氣沿著 呼吸器主體102的表面流動。空氣引導器106產生了一個溫暖的空氣區,隔離於呼吸器主體102的其他部分和皮膚。應注意的是,空氣引導器106不接觸臉部,且可以在呼吸器主體內傾斜以捕獲最多的呼出空氣。此傾斜的空氣引導器106形成一個通道,用於使來自穿戴者的嘴和鼻的呼出空氣進入主動通氣系統108內。 Referring to FIG. 4, a perspective view of a respiratory device 100 showing an air guide 106 having a gap 112 is disclosed. The air guide 106 is positioned adjacent the base 110 of the respirator body 102 such that one or more gaps 112 are disposed between the respirator body 102 and the air guide 106. The gap 112 redirects air to other areas of the ventilator body 102 during an exhalation cycle. If the air is not expelled quickly, the air guide 106 allows excess warm air to follow along The surface of the respirator body 102 flows. The air guide 106 creates a warm air zone that is isolated from the rest of the respirator body 102 and the skin. It should be noted that the air guide 106 does not contact the face and can be tilted within the body of the respirator to capture the most exhaled air. This slanted air guide 106 forms a passage for the exhaled air from the wearer's mouth and nose to enter the active venting system 108.

第5圖已揭露了本發明之主動通氣系統的一個實施例。主動通氣系統108具有殼體222,該殼體容納電子裝置或印刷電路板224、電源226、及鼓風機228、並選擇性地具有感測器230。應注意的是,主動通氣系統108的不同部件的其他放置方式是可能的,而且在本發明的範圍內。電子裝置224可以是處理單元,該處理單元控制主體通氣系統108的各個部件的功能。替代地,僅對於鼓風機228一直導通的實施例,電子裝置224可以包括電池和電路。電子裝置224耦接至電源226、鼓風機228以及感測器230。鼓風機228是由電源226(例如可再充電電池)操作的。可以以所需的時間間隔移除電源226和對電源226充電。根據本發明的一個實施例,主動通氣系統可以包括第二過濾器(未繪示)。 An embodiment of the active venting system of the present invention has been disclosed in FIG. The active venting system 108 has a housing 222 that houses an electronic device or printed circuit board 224, a power source 226, and a blower 228, and optionally has a sensor 230. It should be noted that other placements of different components of the active venting system 108 are possible and are within the scope of the present invention. Electronic device 224 may be a processing unit that controls the functionality of the various components of main body ventilation system 108. Alternatively, electronic device 224 may include batteries and circuitry only for embodiments in which blower 228 is always on. The electronic device 224 is coupled to the power source 226 , the blower 228 , and the sensor 230 . The blower 228 is operated by a power source 226, such as a rechargeable battery. The power source 226 can be removed and the power source 226 can be charged at desired intervals. According to one embodiment of the invention, the active ventilation system may include a second filter (not shown).

藉由電子裝置或印刷電路板224,鼓風機228導通或關閉,以將呼出空氣排出。電子裝置或印刷電路板224觸發用於鼓風機228的合適的控制信號以調節空氣流的速度和量。根據本發明的一個實施例,主動通氣系統108在整個使用時段內維持導通。主動通氣系統108可以在使用後被手動關閉。 The blower 228 is turned on or off by an electronic device or printed circuit board 224 to expel exhaled air. The electronic device or printed circuit board 224 triggers appropriate control signals for the blower 228 to adjust the speed and amount of air flow. According to one embodiment of the invention, the active venting system 108 maintains conduction throughout the life of the application. The active ventilation system 108 can be manually closed after use.

根據本發明的一個實施例,電源226是可拆卸的且可充電的電源。 According to one embodiment of the invention, the power source 226 is a detachable and rechargeable power source.

在一個實施例中,供應電源226以連接到主電源的電線或電纜的方式被提供。在另一個實施例中,在主動通氣系統仍在操作時,透過到行動電源的通用序列匯流排(USB)微型電纜對電源226再充電。 In one embodiment, the supply power source 226 is provided in a manner that is connected to a wire or cable of the main power source. In another embodiment, the power supply 226 is recharged through a universal serial bus (USB) microcable to the mobile power source while the active venting system is still operating.

在一個實施例中,鼓風機228可以是提供例如 0-25L/min的空氣流的微型鼓風機或微型風扇。在一個呼出週期期間,鼓風機228允許呼吸器主體102內的主動空氣交換。感測器230可以例如是壓電感測器,且被嵌入在呼吸器主體102的在鼻或嘴的前面的內部表面上,以在每個呼吸週期期間感測呼出空氣。感測器230進而與電子裝置224通信,以控制鼓風機228的操作。此後,在每個呼吸週期期間,鼓風機228對呼吸器主體102有效地排氣。在不存在感測器230的情況下,鼓風機228被設置為一直導通。 In one embodiment, the blower 228 can be provided, for example A micro-blower or micro-fan with an air flow of 0-25 L/min. Blower 228 allows for active air exchange within respirator body 102 during an exhalation cycle. The sensor 230 can be, for example, a piezoelectric sensor and is embedded on the interior surface of the respirator body 102 on the front of the nose or mouth to sense exhaled air during each breathing cycle. Sensor 230 in turn communicates with electronic device 224 to control the operation of blower 228. Thereafter, the blower 228 effectively vents the respirator body 102 during each breathing cycle. In the absence of the sensor 230, the blower 228 is set to be always on.

應注意的是,主動通氣系統108中的鼓風機228可以是一系列不同的微型風扇,既可以是軸類型的又可以是離心類型的。在一個實施例中,鼓風機228是軸類型的微型風扇,該軸類型的微型風扇從一個方向抽吸空氣且從另一個方向沿著該風扇的軸排出。本發明的另一個實施例使用離心類型的微型風扇。另一個實施例使用鼓風機類型的離心微型風扇。離心微型風扇和鼓風機類型的離心微型風扇都從一個(或多個)方向抽吸空氣,且透過另一個(或多個)方向排出。 It should be noted that the blower 228 in the active venting system 108 can be a series of different miniature fans, either of the shaft type or of the centrifugal type. In one embodiment, the blower 228 is a shaft type microfan that draws air from one direction and exits the shaft along the axis of the fan from the other direction. Another embodiment of the invention uses a miniature fan of the centrifugal type. Another embodiment uses a centrifugal fan of the blower type. Both centrifugal micro fans and blower type centrifugal micro fans draw air from one (or more) directions and are discharged through the other (or more) directions.

在一個實施例中,鼓風機228可以產生強制通氣,以在每個呼吸週期內將過量的熱量和濕氣從鼓風機出口232排出。另外,用於鼓風機出口的開口234可以將呼出空氣從呼吸器主體102排出。另外,在呼出空氣離開呼吸器主體102以前,可將呼出空氣通過選擇性的過濾器過濾。應注意的是,鼓風機228將由使用者排出的空氣(其為二氧化碳氣體)連同熱量和水氣一起排出。 In one embodiment, the blower 228 can generate forced ventilation to expel excess heat and moisture from the blower outlet 232 during each breathing cycle. Additionally, an opening 234 for the blower outlet can expel exhaled air from the respirator body 102. Additionally, exhaled air may be filtered through a selective filter prior to exhaled air exiting the respirator body 102. It should be noted that the blower 228 discharges the air discharged by the user, which is carbon dioxide gas, together with heat and moisture.

本發明在長時段期間內大幅度提高了使用者的呼吸舒適度。感測器230驅動的鼓風機228是節能的,且消耗比傳統系統相比明顯更少的功率。此外,由於使用微型鼓風機/風扇,呼吸設備100是輕的、小型的、而且可攜帶的。對於長時間逗留在具有空氣污染或汙化的惡劣環境中的使用者,本發明是理想的解決方案。 The present invention greatly improves the user's breathing comfort over a long period of time. The blower 228 driven by the sensor 230 is energy efficient and consumes significantly less power than conventional systems. In addition, the respiratory device 100 is light, small, and portable due to the use of a micro blower/fan. The present invention is an ideal solution for users who stay in harsh environments with air pollution or pollution for a long time.

第6圖繪示了呼吸設備100在呼氣階段期間的功能。由於空氣引導器106的傾斜的定位,呼出空氣集中在由空氣引導器106圍繞的區域內。空氣引導器106將來自鼻孔的呼出空氣導引在此區域中,且熱空氣區136被產生於呼吸器主體102的內部。第5圖中繪示的感測器230感測呼出空氣,基於該感測,電子器件224啟動鼓風機228。然後鼓風機228將呼出空氣排出到大氣,如箭頭138所示。 Figure 6 depicts the function of the respiratory device 100 during the exhalation phase. Due to the oblique positioning of the air guide 106, the exhaled air is concentrated in the area surrounded by the air guide 106. The air guide 106 directs exhaled air from the nostrils in this region, and a hot air region 136 is generated inside the respirator body 102. The sensor 230 depicted in FIG. 5 senses exhaled air, based on which the electronic device 224 activates the blower 228. The blower 228 then vents the exhaled air to the atmosphere as indicated by arrow 138.

應注意到的是,大部分的呼出空氣係透過主動通氣系統108而被排出。然而,一些呼出空氣可能從間隙112逸出,如箭頭140所示。當主動通氣系統108的速度不足以將呼出空氣完全排出時,間隙112允許過量的呼出空氣逸出到呼吸器主體102側面。 It should be noted that most of the exhaled air is expelled through the active ventilation system 108. However, some exhaled air may escape from the gap 112 as indicated by arrow 140. The gap 112 allows excess exhaled air to escape to the side of the respirator body 102 when the speed of the active venting system 108 is insufficient to completely expel the exhaled air.

在吸入期間,如第7圖所示,潔淨的空氣經由過濾器104進入呼吸器主體102,如空氣流144所示。這產生了呼吸器主體102內部的涼空氣區146。在吸入期間,空氣大多不通過鼓風機出口232進入,這是因為鼓風機228操作以將空氣排出,從而不管怎樣都防止灰塵顆粒通過鼓風機出口232進入。然而,在一個選擇性的實施例中,為了防止外部灰塵顆粒通過鼓風機出口232(繪示在第5圖)進入呼吸器主體102,如空氣流142所示,可使用過濾器和單向閥,如第8-9圖中所描述。 During inhalation, as shown in FIG. 7, clean air enters the respirator body 102 via the filter 104, as shown by air flow 144. This creates a cool air zone 146 inside the respirator body 102. During inhalation, most of the air does not enter through the blower outlet 232 because the blower 228 operates to vent air, thereby preventing dust particles from entering through the blower outlet 232 anyway. However, in an alternative embodiment, in order to prevent external dust particles from entering the ventilator body 102 through the blower outlet 232 (shown in Figure 5), as shown by air flow 142, a filter and a one-way valve may be used, As described in Figures 8-9.

第8圖繪示了一個實施例,其中第二過濾器154被放置成橫跨鼓風機吸入入口。當在吸入期間在反向方向148上正通過鼓風機出口232吸入空氣時,第二過濾器154捕捉顆粒且防止顆粒進入呼吸器主體102。此實施例具有的額外優點是,儘量減少呼吸器主體102內部的潮濕的空氣被抽吸入鼓風機馬達中,且儘量減少電子裝置224在呼出期間的老化。應注意的是,第二過濾器154可被附接到鼓風機入口或出口,而不受限制。 Figure 8 depicts an embodiment in which the second filter 154 is placed across the blower suction inlet. The second filter 154 captures particles and prevents particles from entering the respirator body 102 when air is being drawn through the blower outlet 232 in the reverse direction 148 during inhalation. This embodiment has the additional advantage of minimizing the humid air inside the respirator body 102 being drawn into the blower motor and minimizing aging of the electronic device 224 during exhalation. It should be noted that the second filter 154 can be attached to the blower inlet or outlet without limitation.

在未使用第二過濾器154的情況下,鼓風機甚至在吸入期間排放空氣。因此,因為鼓風機持續地排放空氣,所以環 境空氣不進入到呼吸器主體102內。 In the case where the second filter 154 is not used, the blower discharges air even during inhalation. Therefore, because the blower continuously discharges air, the ring Ambient air does not enter the respirator body 102.

第9圖顯示了第二實施例,其使用膜152實現單向控制閥。膜152允許空氣通過鼓風機出口232流出,但是防止空氣在相反的方向上進入。藉由利用緊固件150,將膜152附接到鼓風機出口232。應理解的是,多種機械裝置允許膜被保持在鼓風機出口232的上方。應注意的是,具有膜的單向控制閥可被附接到鼓風機入口或出口,而不受限制。 Figure 9 shows a second embodiment which uses membrane 152 to implement a one-way control valve. Membrane 152 allows air to flow out through blower outlet 232, but prevents air from entering in the opposite direction. The membrane 152 is attached to the blower outlet 232 by the use of fasteners 150. It should be understood that a variety of mechanical devices allow the membrane to be held above the blower outlet 232. It should be noted that a one-way control valve with a membrane can be attached to the blower inlet or outlet without limitation.

第10圖顯示另一個實施例,其中主動通氣系統108借助閂體保持器161而被附接到閂體160,以防止環境空氣進入呼吸器主體102。閂體160嵌有感測器,當主動通氣系統108的電能耗盡時,該感測器自動關閉。另外,如果需要,使用者可以手動操作關閉閂體160,以阻塞鼓風機開口。應注意的是,閂體160可以被附接到鼓風機入口或出口,而不受限制。 FIG. 10 shows another embodiment in which the active venting system 108 is attached to the latch body 160 by means of a latch body holder 161 to prevent ambient air from entering the ventilator body 102. The latch 160 is embedded with a sensor that automatically turns off when the power of the active venting system 108 is exhausted. Additionally, if desired, the user can manually operate the closure latch 160 to block the blower opening. It should be noted that the latch body 160 can be attached to the blower inlet or outlet without limitation.

從上文的敘述,應注意的是,定位在呼吸器主體102的底部處的空氣引導器106,連同主動通氣系統108,產生用於將呼出空氣從呼吸器主體102有效地排出的專用路徑。事實上,由於過濾器104、空氣引導器106和主動通氣系統108之所述的定位而形成專用路徑。吸入空氣流經與呼出空氣分開的區域,且吸入空氣不與呼出空氣混合,該區域形成獨立的空氣區。 From the above description, it should be noted that the air guide 106 positioned at the bottom of the ventilator body 102, along with the active venting system 108, creates a dedicated path for effectively expelling exhaled air from the ventilator body 102. In fact, a dedicated path is formed due to the positioning of the filter 104, air guide 106, and active venting system 108. The inhaled air flows through an area separate from the exhaled air, and the inhaled air does not mix with the exhaled air, which forms a separate air zone.

另外,主動通氣系統108可以適用於且被附接到任何呼吸器或防護裝備。呼吸器主體可以使用,例如可拋棄的N95呼吸器。在N95呼吸器的呼吸器主體中,可以切割一個開口,而主動通氣系統108可附接到該開口。類似地,主動通氣系統108可以被安裝到其他呼吸器(可拋棄的或非可拋棄的兩者均可)的呼吸器主體102上。可拋棄的呼吸器可以是例如(且不限於)矽膠/橡膠呼吸器,全臉的或半臉的、具有過濾器或濾毒罐等的呼吸器。 Additionally, the active ventilation system 108 can be adapted to and attached to any respirator or protective equipment. The respirator body can be used, for example, a disposable N95 respirator. In the respirator body of the N95 respirator, an opening can be cut and the active venting system 108 can be attached to the opening. Similarly, the active ventilation system 108 can be mounted to the respirator body 102 of other respirators (both disposable or non-disposable). The disposable respirator may be, for example, but not limited to, a silicone/rubber respirator, a full face or a half face, a respirator with a filter or canister.

經由以上描述,可以理解的是,具有主動通氣系統和內部空氣引導器的此呼吸設備可以為穿戴者提供經過濾的淨化空氣,在每個呼吸週期內將呼出空氣排放掉,且排空呼吸器主 體。由於呼吸器主體內的主動的空氣交換,因此所有這些特徵將為使用者提供改善的呼吸體驗。 From the above description, it will be appreciated that this breathing apparatus with an active venting system and an internal air guide can provide filtered clean air to the wearer, vent the exhaled air during each breathing cycle, and vent the respirator the Lord body. All of these features will provide the user with an improved breathing experience due to active air exchange within the body of the respirator.

應理解的是,上文所討論的變形以及其他特徵和功能或其替代方案可以根據期望組合成許多其他不同的系統或應用。而且,所附申請專利範圍也應包含各種目前未預見或未預料到的且可以由本領域通常知識者隨後作出的替代方案、潤飾、變化或改良。 It should be understood that the variations discussed above, as well as other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, can be combined into many other different systems or applications as desired. Moreover, the scope of the appended claims should also cover various alternatives, modifications, variations or improvements which are presently unforeseen or unanticipated and can be subsequently made by those of ordinary skill in the art.

儘管已經非常詳細地全面描述了當前揭露書的實施例,以涵蓋可能的方面,但是本領域通常知識者將可瞭解到本揭露書的其他版本也是可能的。 Although the embodiments of the present disclosure have been fully described in great detail to cover the possible aspects, those skilled in the art will appreciate that other versions of the present disclosure are also possible.

綜上所述,雖然本發明已以較佳實施例揭露如上,然其並非用以限定本發明。本發明所屬技術領域中具有通常知識者,在不脫離本發明之精神和範圍內,當可作各種之更動與潤飾。因此,本發明之保護範圍當視後附之申請專利範圍所界定者為準。 In conclusion, the present invention has been disclosed in the above preferred embodiments, and is not intended to limit the present invention. A person skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, the scope of the invention is defined by the scope of the appended claims.

108‧‧‧主動通氣系統 108‧‧‧Active ventilation system

222‧‧‧殼體 222‧‧‧ housing

224‧‧‧電子裝置或印刷電路板 224‧‧‧Electronic devices or printed circuit boards

226‧‧‧電源 226‧‧‧Power supply

228‧‧‧鼓風機 228‧‧‧Blowers

230‧‧‧感測器 230‧‧‧ sensor

232‧‧‧鼓風機出口 232‧‧‧ blower outlet

234‧‧‧開口 234‧‧‧ openings

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一種用於將空氣從覆蓋嘴和鼻的設備排出的主動通氣系統,該主動通氣系統包括:一電源;一鼓風機,耦接至該電源;以及一電子裝置或印刷電路板,耦接至該鼓風機,其中該鼓風機藉由該電子裝置或該印刷電路板導通或關閉,以將呼出空氣或停滯空氣從呼吸器主體排出。 An active venting system for venting air from a device that covers a mouth and a nose, the active venting system comprising: a power source; a blower coupled to the power source; and an electronic device or printed circuit board coupled to the blower And wherein the blower is turned on or off by the electronic device or the printed circuit board to discharge exhaled air or stagnant air from the respirator body. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該鼓風機是微型風扇。 The active ventilation system of claim 1, wherein the air blower is a micro fan. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該電子裝置或該印刷電路板觸發用於該鼓風機的合適的控制信號,以調節空氣流的速度和量。 The active venting system of claim 1, wherein the electronic device or the printed circuit board triggers a suitable control signal for the blower to adjust the speed and amount of air flow. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該主動通氣系統在整個使用時段維持導通。 The active ventilation system of claim 1, wherein the active ventilation system maintains conduction throughout the period of use. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該主動通氣系統在使用後被手動關閉。 The active ventilation system of claim 1, wherein the active ventilation system is manually closed after use. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該電源是可拆卸的且可充電的電源。 The active venting system of claim 1, wherein the power source is a detachable and rechargeable power source. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該電源以連接到主電源的電線或電纜供應。 The active venting system of claim 1, wherein the power source is supplied with a wire or cable connected to a main power source. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中該電源能夠在該主動通氣系統仍操作時,透過連到行動電源的USB微型電纜再充電。 The active venting system of claim 1, wherein the power source is rechargeable via a USB microcable connected to the mobile power source while the active venting system is still operating. 如申請專利範圍第1至8項之任一項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中所述設備是覆蓋臉和嘴的單元,例如防護裝備和呼吸設備。 The active ventilation system of any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the device is a unit covering a face and a mouth, such as a protective gear and a breathing apparatus. 如申請專利範圍第1項所述之該主動通氣系統,其中在該主動通氣系統處於使用中時,能夠對該電源充電。 The active venting system of claim 1, wherein the active venting system is capable of charging the power source while in use. 一種呼吸設備,包括: 一呼吸器主體,其覆蓋一穿戴者的臉和嘴,以形成與環境空氣密封的相對封閉的區域;至少一個第一過濾器,整合地配置在該呼吸器主體內,用以過濾吸入空氣;以及至少一個主動通氣系統,功能性地耦接至該呼吸器主體,其中該主動通氣系統操作以將空氣從該呼吸器主體排出,其中該主動通氣系統包括:一電源;一鼓風機,耦接至該電源;以及一電子裝置或印刷電路板,耦接至該鼓風機,其中該鼓風機藉由該電子裝置或該印刷電路板導通或關閉,以將呼出空氣從呼吸器主體排出。 A breathing apparatus comprising: a respirator body covering a wearer's face and mouth to form a relatively closed area sealed from ambient air; at least one first filter integrally disposed within the respirator body for filtering intake air; And at least one active ventilation system functionally coupled to the respirator body, wherein the active ventilation system is operative to expel air from the respirator body, wherein the active ventilation system comprises: a power source; a blower coupled to The power source; and an electronic device or printed circuit board coupled to the blower, wherein the blower is turned on or off by the electronic device or the printed circuit board to discharge exhaled air from the respirator body. 如申請專利範圍第11項所述之該呼吸設備,更包括至少一空氣引導器,該空氣引導器被放置在該主動通氣系統的周圍,且圍繞穿戴者的鼻和嘴區域,以導引和分開呼出空氣和吸入空氣。 The breathing apparatus of claim 11, further comprising at least one air guide disposed around the active ventilation system and surrounding the wearer's nose and mouth area to guide and Exhale air and inhale air separately. 如申請專利範圍第12項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該空氣引導器以相對於符合人體工學之面部輪廓傾斜的角度被定位,以移除過量的呼出空氣。 The breathing apparatus of claim 12, wherein the air guide is positioned at an angle that is inclined relative to an ergonomic facial contour to remove excess exhaled air. 如申請專利範圍第12或13項所述之該呼吸設備,更包括在該空氣引導器和該呼吸器主體的底座之間的至少一間隙,以在過量的呼出空氣未通過該主動通氣系統被排出的情況下,允許該過量的呼出空氣逸出。 The breathing apparatus of claim 12 or 13, further comprising at least one gap between the air guide and the base of the respirator body to prevent excess exhaled air from passing through the active ventilation system In the case of discharge, the excess exhaled air is allowed to escape. 如申請專利範圍第11至14項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該主動通氣系統被附接到具有膜的單向控制閥,以持續避免環境空氣通過鼓風機入口或出口進入到該呼吸器主體內。 The breathing apparatus of any one of clauses 11 to 14, wherein the active venting system is attached to a one-way control valve having a membrane to continuously prevent ambient air from entering through the blower inlet or outlet Inside the respirator body. 如申請專利範圍第15項所述之該呼吸設備,其中具有該膜的該單向控制閥被附接到該鼓風機的入口或出口。 The breathing apparatus of claim 15, wherein the one-way control valve having the membrane is attached to an inlet or an outlet of the blower. 如申請專利範圍第11至16項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該主動通氣系統被附接到第二過濾器以防止環境空氣進 入該呼吸器主體。 The breathing apparatus of any one of clauses 11 to 16, wherein the active ventilation system is attached to a second filter to prevent ambient air from entering Enter the respirator body. 如申請專利範圍第17項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該第二過濾器被附接到該鼓風機的入口或出口。 The breathing apparatus of claim 17, wherein the second filter is attached to an inlet or an outlet of the blower. 如申請專利範圍第11至18項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該主動通氣系統被附接到一閂體,以防止環境空氣進入該呼吸器主體。 The breathing apparatus of any one of clauses 11 to 18, wherein the active venting system is attached to a latch to prevent ambient air from entering the ventilator body. 如申請專利範圍第19項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該閂體被附接到該鼓風機的入口或出口。 The breathing apparatus of claim 19, wherein the latch is attached to an inlet or an outlet of the blower. 如申請專利範圍第19或20項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該閂體嵌有感測器,當該主動通氣系統的電能耗盡時,該感測器自動地關閉。 The breathing apparatus of claim 19, wherein the latch body is embedded with a sensor that automatically turns off when the power of the active venting system is exhausted. 如申請專利範圍第18至20項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該閂體是透過使用者手動關閉的,以阻塞該鼓風機開口。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 18 to 20, wherein the latch body is manually closed by a user to block the blower opening. 如申請專利範圍第12至22項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體、該主動通氣系統和該空氣引導器可一起折疊成口袋尺寸。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 12 to 22, wherein the respirator body, the active venting system, and the air guide are foldable together into a pocket size. 如申請專利範圍第12至23項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是空氣過濾呼吸器。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 12 to 23, wherein the respirator body is an air filter respirator. 如申請專利範圍第12至24項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是空氣淨化呼吸器。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 12 to 24, wherein the respirator body is an air purifying respirator. 如申請專利範圍第12至23項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是可拋棄的或非可拋棄的面罩之一。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 12 to 23, wherein the respirator body is one of a disposable or non-disposable mask. 如申請專利範圍第12至23項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是逃生面罩。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 12 to 23, wherein the respirator body is an escape mask. 如申請專利範圍第12至23項之任一項所述之該呼吸設備,其中該呼吸器主體是可拋棄的或可重複使用的。 The breathing apparatus of any one of claims 12 to 23, wherein the respirator body is disposable or reusable.
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