ES1161110U - Accessory for sleeping. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Accessory for sleeping, intended for its possible use in means of transport to correct bad postures when sitting while on a trip and to provide support to the head, characterized by having a structural configuration of portable and folding character comprising: a frame (2) ) foldable, of c-shaped plantar configuration; at least one piece of foam (4) integrally incorporated on the internal surface of said c-shaped frame (2), determining a fluffy surface for said inner part intended to receive the head of the user providing support and support thereto; and a flexible and adjustable strap (6) suitable for attaching the accessory (1) to the seat, for transporting it hung and for holding it in folded position. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

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ACCESSORY TO SLEEP OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The invention, as expressed in the statement of the present specification, refers to a sleeping accessory that provides, to the function to which it is intended, advantages and novelty characteristics that will be described in detail below.

The object of the present invention falls specifically on an accessory element designed to offer the user full comfort when resting and sleeping anywhere, especially when traveling in transport, for which it presents a practical design that is foldable, compact and adaptable to any situation, satisfactorily improving the user's rest experience.

FIELD OF APPLICATION OF THE INVENTION

The field of application of the present invention is part of the industry sector dedicated to the manufacture of articles, products and devices for rest.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

When making long journeys in means of transport such as vehicles, train, subway, bus, plane ... you are looking for the best possible comfort to rest and sleep if desired. However, it is very likely that if a person falls asleep in the seat of the aforementioned means of transport, he adopts uncomfortable and harmful positions for health, since

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the head and body will tend to lean laterally or forward, causing discomfort, sleep interruption and even sometimes cervical injuries.

There are products on the market focused on solving these types of problems, however, most of them are sometimes appalling, too large, inefficient or even uncomfortable.

The objective of the present invention is therefore to develop an alternative accessory of said type that solves said problems in a practical and effective manner.

The following documents are known as closer examples of objects with similar application:

The U201330207 Utility Model that discloses a travel headrest that allows the user to rest their head on a surface to sleep or rest more comfortably especially during a ride on any means of transport. It is formed by a support element (flexible and of a spongy material) and a tape (attached to the support by its two ends) that surrounds the head. It is small and light, which is an advantage when transporting it. The support element can be placed laterally to rest on a wall or window or on the back of the head to accommodate it more to the seat, in addition there is another version in which the tape has two support elements so as not to have to move it if It changes sides.

Also known as Utility Model U200802371 is a travel accessory for sleeping while sitting, intended for use in travel on any means of transport and its purpose is the fastening of the user's head allowing a greater rest avoiding its balance. He

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Accessory design consists of a transverse strip (which is placed on the forehead) of a flexible material with velcro or similar closure means, attached to another longitudinal tape (also with velcro type closure elements) that is placed on the chin . It also includes a mask to cover the eyes of the user and ensure a sensation of darkness that facilitates sleep.

Utility Model U9800875 refers to a headrest applicable to vehicle seats and the like whose objective is to make the journey more comfortable for the user. It comprises a main body whose shape adapts to the head and prevents its balancing and some elements formed by straps for fixing to the seat itself. It is envisaged that the main body can be removed from the straps and stored if not in use. The straps can be placed vertically or horizontally and the body moves over them.

Also the Utility Model U200402724 describes a headrest adaptable to vehicles, designed to serve as a support element for the head, arm, or can even be used as if it were a small table. It is designed to fit the seats of vehicles (car, train, plane ...) but can be attached to any type of seat. It is formed by a telescopic arm to regulate the height, which allows the attachment to the seat that has a rectangular and flat articulated piece on which the head restraint itself is placed (small pillow that can be inflatable). This accessory is designed to be easily transportable so it can be disassembled and folded.

The patent PCT / ES2009 / 000097 describes a hanging device for vertical support of the head for vehicle seats, which allows to improve the rest conditions during a journey and improve the

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passenger safety This device achieves a non-rigid and vertical head restraint, while restricting its movement in all probable directions of travel. Also in case of accident or sudden maneuvering, this limitation of head movement improves user safety. All restrictions are dynamic and progressive due to its hanging character.

Utility Model U201430309 discloses a cervical pillow of inflatable character, which has two interconnected air chambers that facilitate swelling-deflation of the same, being aimed at the passenger's rest during the trip. This pillow provides the necessary cervical support during the trip, but what really characterizes it is that it hides part of the facial, mouth-chin and nose factions if the nasal fold is raised, avoiding the antistetic gestures that occur when sleeping . It has an automatic swelling and deflation system (for faster). The manufacturing materials are comfortable for the skin, hygienic and hypoallergenic.

Utility Model U201400230 also discloses a headrest that is intended to be an improvement on the current headrests of vehicle seats (car, train, plane ...). It is a unique device consisting of three basic pieces: a centerpiece that is where the seat anchors would be located, and two lateral mobile parts that can be placed or removed and adjusted vertically and horizontally to adapt to all passengers Optionally you can add a tape that holds the forehead, also the earmuffs can be inserted all kinds of accessories such as headphones. The whole set can be regulated in the same way as a traditional headrest, as it would replace it.

The also Utility Model U9902295 refers to a pad

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Adjustable cervical collar, consisting of a cervical pillow adjustable to the neck and chin, concave and rounded, covered by a double sheath and finished at the ends in tapes that allow a better fit to the neck. This cushion is based on the classic neck cushion but with the particularity of a neck adjustment system. It can be adjusted to suit each person.

The P201431006 patent refers to an ergonomic head and neck fastening system, also intended to improve rest in the various means of transport by coupling it to the vehicle seat. It consists of a main band that fixes it to the seat, and some side bands that will be placed on the head at a height that the user selects (front or eyes) and are fastened by velcro.

However, none of the documents cited, taken individually or in combination, describes a sleeping accessory with technical and structural characteristics equal to or similar to those presented in the one claimed herein.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The sleeping accessory that the invention proposes is thus configured as a novelty within its field of application, since according to its implementation the stated objectives are satisfactorily achieved, the characterizing details making it possible conveniently included in the final claims that Accompany this description.

Specifically, what the invention proposes, as noted above, is an accessory to eventually use in the means of transport to correct bad postures that occur during sleep.

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seated during a trip and that allows a correct support of the head, with the advantage of being equipped with a portable and folding structural configuration. Thus the user can have said accessory on any trip and rest much more comfortable, in a healthy posture and with the back, neck and head aligned.

For this purpose, the accessory comprises a C-shaped main structure that acts as a framework and is composed of three rigid pieces, one central and two lateral ones, articulated with each other, and two foam pieces that are incorporated alone on the rigid pieces, by the internal part of the aforementioned C-shape, and determine a soft and comfort surface that hugs the user's head providing the support and support necessary for rest.

The two pieces on the sides are joined to the center piece by means of spring hinges that tend to keep them in an open position, that is, to adopt the C-shape and intended to hug the head, but allow them to be folded inwards to fold the accessory and be able to store it properly, when it is not being used, occupying a minimum volume. For example during a trip, it can be carried in the suitcase without problems due to lack of space.

The accessory also has a strap to allow it to be attached to the backrest or headrest of the seat, which is incorporated into the central part, on the outside. Said strap, preferably, is made of nylon, and at its respective ends it incorporates the two complementary parts of a clip-type snap closure buckle.

This strap serves both to hold the accessory in any seat as well as to transport it, carrying it hanging from the shoulder as a shoulder strap. In addition, you can also use the

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strap to keep the accessory folded, simply by passing it through the front and adjusting it to the necessary extent.

On the other hand, of the two pieces of foam, while an upper one covers approximately the entire inner surface of the C-shape that determines the structure of the accessory, so that it supports both the lateral and rear areas of the head, the other lower one is smaller in size and slightly thicker, being located in the lower central area of said inner surface in C, so that it adapts appropriately to the concavity formed by the neck with respect to the user's head.

The described sleeping accessory consists, then, in an innovative structure with characteristics unknown until now for the purpose to which it is intended, reasons that together with its practical utility, provide it with sufficient grounds to obtain the privilege of exclusivity that is requested.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the description that is being made and in order to help a better understanding of the features of the invention, this descriptive report is accompanied, as an integral part thereof, a set of drawings in which with an illustrative and non-limiting the following has been represented:

Figure number 1.- Shows a perspective view of an example of embodiment of the sleeping accessory, object of the invention, represented in an open position, showing in it the main parts and elements it comprises, as well as its configuration and arrangement;

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Figure 2 shows an elevation view of the same example of the sleeping accessory, according to the invention, shown in the preceding figure, also represented in an open position but from another angle; Y

Figures 3 and 4 show different perspective views, posterior and anterior respectively, of the sleeping accessory of the invention, showing it in folded position.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In view of the aforementioned figures, and in accordance with the numbering adopted therein, a non-limiting example of the sleeping accessory object of the invention can be seen, which comprises the parts and elements indicated and described in detail below. .

Thus, as shown in Figure 1, the accessory (1) in question has a portable and foldable structural configuration that essentially comprises a folding frame (2) of C-shaped plantar configuration, composed of three pieces rigid, a central one (2a) and two lateral ones (2b), articulated with each other by means of connecting hinges (3), and integrally incorporated on the surface of said parts of the frame (2), by the internal part of said form of C, at least one piece of foam (4), but preferably two that will be described later, which determines a fluffy surface for said inner part intended to receive the user's head providing support and support to favor rest.

The two side pieces (2b) of the frame (2) are joined, as stated, by hinges (3) that allow them to be folded inwards to fold the accessory (1) occupying a minimum volume. Y,

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preferably, said hinges (3) are coupled with a spring that tends to keep the side pieces (2b) in an open position.

The accessory (1) also includes a flexible and adjustable strap (6) that allows both its attachment to the seat, transport it hung as a shoulder strap and hold it in a folded position, which is incorporated inserted into slots (7) provided in the frame (2) for this purpose, specifically in the external part of the central part (2a). The belt (6), preferably, is made of nylon, with respective complementary closure pieces (8), clip-on type, at its ends with length adjustment tensioners.

On the other hand, the foam pieces that the frame (2) incorporates for its inner surface are preferably an upper piece (4), which covers approximately the entire surface, and a lower piece (5) of smaller size and greater thickness , located in the lower central area of said inner surface of the C-shaped frame (2), coinciding with the concavity formed by the neck with respect to the user's head.

Describing sufficiently the nature of the present invention, as well as the way of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to extend its explanation so that any expert in the field understands its scope and the advantages that derive from it, stating that, within its essentiality, it may be carried out in other ways of realization that differ in detail from that indicated by way of example, and to which it will also achieve the protection that is sought as long as it does not alter, change or modify its fundamental principle .

Claims (7)

5 10 fifteen twenty 25 30 1. - Sleeping accessory, intended for eventual use in means of transport to correct bad postures while sleeping while sitting on a trip and providing support to the head, characterized by presenting a portable and folding structural configuration comprising: a frame ( 2) foldable, C-shaped plantar configuration; at least one piece of foam (4) integrally incorporated on the inner surface of said C-shaped frame (2), determining a fluffy surface by said inner part intended to receive the user's head providing support and attachment thereto; and a flexible and adjustable strap (6) suitable for attaching the accessory (1) to the seat, for transporting it hanging and for holding it in a folded position. 2. - Sleeping accessory, according to claim 1, characterized because the frame (2) comprises three rigid pieces, a central one (2a) and two sides (2b), articulated with each other by means of hinges (3) of union. 3. - Sleeping accessory, according to claim 2, characterized because the two side pieces (2b) of the frame (2) are attached to the hinges (3) so that they allow them to be lowered into the C-shape of said frame (2). 4. - Sleeping accessory according to claims 2 and 3, characterized in that the hinges (3) are coupled with a spring that tends to keep the side pieces (2b) in an open position. 5. - Sleeping accessory, according to claim 1, characterized because the belt (6) is incorporated inserted in grooves (7) provided on the outside of the frame (2). 6. - Sleeping accessory according to any of claims 1 6 5, characterized in that the strap (6) is preferably made of nylon, with complementary clips (8) of clip-like closure in its 5 ends with length adjustment tensioners. 7. - Sleeping accessory, according to any of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the frame (2) incorporates two pieces of foam on its inner surface, an upper piece (4), which covers 10 approximately the entire surface, and a lower piece (5) of smaller size and greater thickness, located in the lower central area of said inner surface of the C-shaped frame (2), coinciding with the concavity formed by the neck with respect to at the head of the user.