ES1249354U - Protective mask (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Protective mask, characterized in that it is constituted from an arched central piece (1), which has a vertical (2) and longitudinal slot for the passage and fixing of a plate (3) of transparent and elastic material, which in assembly situation extends from the eye area to the user's neck, arched central piece (1) that includes corresponding through its ends two through holes (6) in which a pair of pins are selectively and stably inserted (5), configuration in "J" inverted. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

D E S C R I P T I O N

Protection mask

TECHNICAL SECTOR

The present invention refers to a mask for protection against bacteria, viruses and germs in general, whose obvious purpose is to protect its users safely against possible infections, all with a structure that makes it transparent, in order to humanize the treatment of customer service.

The object of the invention is to provide a safe, washable, reusable mask that allows the prevention of infections while facilitating a more humane relationship between people.

The invention is applicable in practically all sectors, such as health, education, hospitality, catering, sports, social, etc ...

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The appearance of COVID-19 has posed a serious health risk in society, to the point that the use of masks is fully recommended, in many cases mandatory.

However, the masks that are commonly used consist of opaque elements that cover a large part of the user's face, preventing the display of certain gestures that make the interaction between people much less human, as they cannot visualize gestures such as smiles and the like.

Thus, although this type of device satisfactorily fulfills the function for which it has been designed, from a customer service point of view, it significantly limits the capacity for non-verbal communication, that is, to gesture, and may even generate distrust for consumers.

Furthermore, these types of masks have a very short useful life, so they must be discarded periodically, with the consequent and negative environmental impact that this entails.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The recommended mask fully satisfactorily solves the aforementioned problem, based on a simple but effective solution.

The mask of the invention is embodied in a totally safe and reusable device, aimed at those sectors in direct contact with the public such as restaurants, schools, hotels or supermarkets.

More specifically, the mask of the invention is made up of four easily removable and mountable pieces, which allow both a perfect fit of the mask as well as its washing, storage and dispatch with a minimum volumetric occupation.

The mask has an arched central piece with a vertical slot that affects it mainly, through which a transparent plate fitted with an anti-fog coating passes, an arch that is finished off at its ends in separate through holes through which They adjust some temples, with an inverted "J" configuration, to hang the device from the user's ears, so that the transparent front screen can be adjusted in height according to the specific needs of each case.

The transparent screen will cover from the area of the eyes to the part of the neck, so that it is attached to the aforementioned central piece as an arch so that it protrudes with respect to it both superiorly and inferiorly, an arc-like piece that will present an internal central flange as a separating element, in order to keep the screen separated from the face allowing air to enter and exit, not generating the feeling of suffocation that conventional masks produce.

The device, in addition to being transparent in nature, will present a low weight, so that the user does not notice that he is wearing it.

Its transparent material adjusts easily to the face to cover the nose and mouth without the need to hide them, thus allowing a more comfortable and friendly contact between people.

In addition, it is especially useful for the deaf and dumb community who need to read lips and use facial expressions to communicate.

The device will be obtained from materials with antibacterial properties, easy to assemble, being compatible with the use of glasses, being perfect for solving everyday problems such as facial unlocking of mobile devices.

On the other hand, as it is washable, it can be reused as many times as you want, so that in the long run it is much cheaper than disposable masks.

From this structuring, a device capable of preventing and stopping infections is obtained, creating less social alarm since it allows the face of the interlocutor to be seen, presenting a totally reusable character.

In short, the invention proposes a new way of feeling safe without losing our expressiveness, without forgetting who we are, without barriers. A new way of shortening, as far as possible, the distances imposed by this new reality.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the description that is going to be made below and with the aim of helping a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, according to a preferred example of practical realization thereof, a set of drawings is attached as an integral part of said description. where, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented:

Figure 1.- Shows an exploded view of the different parts that participate in a protective mask made in accordance with the object of the present invention.

Figure 2.- Shows a perspective view of the mask in an intermediate assembly situation.

Figure 3.- Shows, finally, a perspective view of the mask completely assembled and ready to be used.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In view of the figures outlined, it can be seen how the mask of the invention is constituted from an arched central piece (1), which has a vertical (2) and longitudinal slot for passage and fixation of a plate (3) of transparent and elastic material in which lower lateral recesses (4) are established as stops to limit the insertion of the plate (3) in the vertical groove (2), plate (3) that will present an anti-fog coating, and that It will extend from the eye area to the wearer's neck.

To do this, the mask adapts to the user's face from a pair of temples (5), with an inverted "J" configuration, whose vertical arm fits tightly into respective through holes (6) with which the central piece is provided. arched (1) in correspondence with its ends, said arms being able to incorporate vertically distributed annular or sawtooth reliefs, in order to define different insertion and stabilization positions of the pins with respect to said arched central piece (1), in order to allow the height of said central piece to be adjusted with respect to the area of support on the user's ears by means of the temples (5).

According to another of the characteristics of the invention, it has been foreseen that the arched central piece (1) includes in its inner middle area a flange (7) acting as a separator, which rests on the user's chin, maintaining an appropriate distance. of the screen or transparent plate (3), so that it does not feel overwhelmed.

The device thus described will be made of antibacterial polyethylene, resulting in a comfortable, light and easy-to-adjust mask, ideal for all types of work that requires customer service.

From this structuring, the mask can be easily disassembled to be washed when necessary, with a minimal volumetric occupation once disassembled, and can be manufactured in different sizes and designs.

The mask thus described has the advantage of not being in contact with the nose or having hard parts in contact with the bridge of the nose, therefore it does not generate friction or irritation due to its continuous use.

Claims (6)

1a.- Protective mask, characterized in that it is made up of an arched central piece (1), which has a vertical (2) and longitudinal slot for passage and fixation of a plate (3) of transparent and elastic material, which In the assembly situation, an arched central piece (1) that includes, in correspondence with its ends, two through holes (6) into which a pair of stably and selectively insertable are extended from the eye area to the user's neck. pins (5), inverted "J" configuration. 2.- Protective mask, according to claim 1, characterized in that the arched central piece (1) includes in its inner middle area a flange (7) acting as a separator. 3 a.- Protection mask, according to claim 1, characterized in that its pieces are made of antibacterial polyethylene. 4 a.- Protection mask, according to claim 1, characterized in that the plate (3) includes an anti-fog coating. 5 a.- Protective mask, according to claim 1, characterized in that the plate (3) includes lower lateral recesses (4) as stops to limit the insertion of the plate (3) in the vertical slot (2). 6.- Protective mask, according to claim 1, characterized in that the temples (5) include vertically distributed annular or sawtooth reliefs, determining different stable mounting positions in height of the arched central piece (1) with respect to the pins (5).