ES1268108U - MASK AND UTENSIL KIT TO EAT THROUGH THIS (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Kit of mask and utensils to eat through it, consisting on the one hand of a mask (1) naso facial, and on the other by a set of cutlery and utensils such as a spoon (11), a fork (12), or a sipping straw (13), characterized in that the mask (1) comprises a prismatic compartment (2) fixed to it from a small fixing flange (17) in its contour, with two openings, one anterior (3) and a rear one (4), each having a gate, front (5) and rear (6) respectively, one always being open and the other closed, alternatively, through a manual roller mechanism (7) in which ropes or chains (8) that support each gate (5, 6) are wound, like a blind, the roller cylinder (7) placed in the front part protruding from both sides of the prismatic compartment (2), and having wheels (9) attached to it to activate it and execute the movement of both s gates (5, 6), and the roller (7) being placed at the rear hidden inside the compartment with the function of guiding the chain system to transfer the movement to the rear gate (6); As for the front hatch (5), it comprises a quadrangular notch (10) in its lower part, into which, while closed, the set of cutlery and utensils fit: spoon (11), a fork (12), or a sipping straw (13), which have in its handle a section of the same quadrangular profile (14) similar to the quadrangular notch (10), to be coupled to the prismatic compartment (2). (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

KIT OF MASK AND UTENSILS TO EAT THROUGH THIS

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The present invention refers to a kit consisting of a face mask with an access to eat through it, using utensils, such as a spoon, a fork and a straw to sip, adapted to pass and fit in said access.

It proposes a solution to the difficult situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to the limitations established for catering establishments, due to the recommendation / obligation imposed by the governments of different countries on the use of facial masks for prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, and the difficulty that this entails for meals in society in public places.

The current situation generated by the COVID 19 pandemic has led world society to restrict its mobility and social relations. The governments of most of the countries of the planet have established limitations to leave the homes with the idea of avoiding the spread of the virus, allowing only to go out to carry out essential activities. In addition, many countries have recommended, and others have required that walking on the street and in public places be done with a face mask.

On the other hand, in the face of de-escalation of mobility limitations, once the risk of transmission begins to be valued as "controlled", the different governments consider establishing the recommendation / obligation for a long period of time to carry face masks in public places.

This fact will affect the reopening of all catering establishments, since it is especially difficult to eat in public places, gathered with more people around a table, with a protective mask covering the nose and mouth, because in the Currently there is no other device that allows eating and drinking with the mask on.

The incorporation of this idea will reinforce the measures that the catering businesses are already considering (physical separation screens, increasing the distances between tables ...), above all because it will allow something that said measures do not allow in the restaurant interiors, which is the meeting around a table of more than two people from different backgrounds, since the physical separation screens would only allow the use of tables by couples who daily live together without masks (which limits it to the partner or family members of the home environment). The invention resides in a mask provided with a compartment that allows the entry and exit of utensils for eating and drinking, included in the same kit.

The industrial application of this invention is found within the sector of making and manufacturing of masks and cutlery, and more specifically kits of masks with utensils and cutlery to eat through.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

There are no devices similar to the one described in the present invention, despite the existence on the market of different types of facial masks, since none addresses the solution to the problem that is solved by the present utility model.

The main advantage of the invention, with respect to the state of the prior art, is that it allows feeding with the mask on, for those situations in which its use for respiratory isolation is recommended / mandatory.

With it, the shortest contact time with the outside air is guaranteed, minimizing to the maximum the risk of emission or reception of pathogenic substances contained in the air during the feeding process.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The mask and eating utensils kit through this object of the present invention is constituted from a facial mask of the same material as the conventional ones of the FFP2 type, with the "duck bill" shape commonly called, that is, that creates a chamber between the mouth and the mask, whose space The interior is closed by a watertight plastic compartment, with two openings, one front and one rear, each having a hatch, one being always open and the other closed, alternatively, through a manual mechanism, and on the other hand The kit includes a set of cutlery and plastic utensils such as a spoon, a fork, and a sipping straw, with a slight modification of its handle to fit the compartment, and bring the food to the mouth, with the front door closed.

All this material (mask plus utensils) will be provided for each diner in the restaurant table service, in closed and individual bags, which can also be personalized with the colors / logos of the restaurant in question, all being disposable (single use) at the end of the meal to preserve the hygiene of the diners and prevent the spread of the virus.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

For a better understanding of the present description, some drawings are attached that represent a preferred embodiment of the present invention:

Figure 1: Front elevation of the mask with the front door closed.

Figure 2: Front elevation of the mask with the anterior hatch open.

Figure 3: Side elevation section of the mask.

Figure 4: Profile view of the bucket.

Figure 5: Front view of the bucket.

Figure 6: Profile view of the fork.

Figure 7: Front view of the fork.

Figure 8: Profile view of the straw.

Figure 9: Front view of the straw.

Figure 10: Profile view of the mask assembly in place and the utensil in position for use within it.

The numerical references that appear in said figures correspond to the following constitutive elements of the invention:

1. Facial mask

2. Prismatic compartment

3. Anterior opening

4. Rear opening

5. Front gate

6. Tailgate

7. Rollers

8. Ropes / chains

9. Wheels

10. Square notch

11. Spoon

12. Fork

13. Straw for sipping

14. Section of quadrangular profile

15. Guide

16. Internal hollow duct of the compartment

17. Fixing tab

DESCRIPTION OF A PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

A preferred embodiment of the mask and eating utensils kit through this object of the present invention, with reference to the numerical references, can be based on a facial mask (1) similar to those of the FFP2 type, with a prismatic compartment (2 ), with two openings, one front (3) and one back (4), each having a gate, front (5) and rear (6), one always being open and the other closed, alternately, through a manual roller mechanism (7) in which ropes or chains (8) that support each gate (5, 6) are wound, like a blind. The roller cylinder (7) placed in the front part will protrude on both sides of the prismatic compartment (2), having wheels (9) attached to it to activate it and execute the movement of both gates (5, 6). The roller (7) placed at the rear will be completely hidden inside the compartment and its function will be to guide the chain system to transfer the movement to the rear gate (6).

The front gate (5) comprises a quadrangular notch (10) in its lower part, allowing it to be closed while a set of cutlery and utensils such as a spoon (11), a fork (12), or a sipping straw (13) , elements of the kit object of the present invention, have on their handle a section of the same quadrangular profile (14) similar to that of the quadrangular notch (10), to be coupled to it.

In turn, the interior of the prismatic compartment (2) will have a hollow conduit (16), delimited between one gate and the other, provided with a guide (15) at its base through which the utensil will run with the food towards the mouth. . The rest of the compartment will be used to house the internal mechanism for opening / closing the gates.

The design of the eating and drinking utensils (11, 12 and 13) has the characteristic that in the middle part of the handle (14) they have the necessary shape and dimensions to fit correctly in the device. Specifically, it must be a quadrangular prism with a size of its sides the same as those of the notch of the front gate (10), as well as those of the small lower guide of the compartment duct (15). The length of the prism should be that necessary to allow the utensil to run completely into the mouth through the compartment, while being manipulated from the outside with the end of the handle.

For its correct use, starting from the position with the front gate (5) open and the rear gate (6) closed. Once the piece of food has been placed on the fork (12) or spoon (11), it will be inserted through the front opening (3), fitting it into the guide (15), until it stops with the rear door ( 6).

At that moment, the wheel (9) will be operated with the free hand, which will make the rear gate (6) open (go up) and, at the same time, the front gate (5) close (go down), leaving the section of quadrangular section (14) of the utensil completely embraced by the quadrangular notch (10) of the front gate (5).

This will allow the utensil (11, 12) to continue advancing with the piece of food into the mouth. Once the food has been deposited in the mouth, proceed in the opposite direction, so that when the widest part of the utensil (11, 12) contacts the front gate (5), the wheel (9) will be activated again so that the rear hatch (6) is closed and the front one (5) is opened, thus allowing the utensil (11, 12) to come out completely.

To drink, proceed in the same way, although using the sipping straw (13), which will be inserted and extracted with the same procedure and the mouth will be kept inside to suck the liquid from the glass / cup / cup.

Regarding the grip and fastening of the mask (1) to the head, being of the naso-facial type, elastic means are used as in conventional masks of this type.

The compartment has a small fixing tab (17), surrounding it along its entire outer contour, which serves to adhere it (by heat sealing or similar procedure) to the body of the mask during the manufacturing process.

The compartment (2) is made of a plastic material with characteristics similar to those of plastic cutlery, with a thickness that gives it rigidity and avoids its malleability. It should not have any special characteristics in relation to withstanding extreme temperatures, as it will not need to undergo sterilization processes, as it is single-use and disposable. It will be an essential condition that the plastic material does not present any type of toxicity.

Regarding the utensils (11, 12 and 13), they can be made of the same material as the compartment, taking into account that they must comply with resistance standards that guarantee that they cannot be easily broken, avoiding the risks of choking.

Claims (3)

- Mask kit and utensils to eat through it, consisting on the one hand of a facial mask (1), and on the other by a set of cutlery and utensils such as a spoon (11), a fork (12), or a sipping straw (13), characterized in that the mask (1) comprises a prismatic compartment (2) fixed to it from a small fixing flange (17) in its contour, with two openings, a front one ( 3) and a rear one (4), each having a gate, front (5) and rear (6) respectively, one always being open and the other closed, alternatively, through a manual roller mechanism (7) in which ropes or chains (8) that support each gate (5, 6) are wound, like a blind, the roller cylinder (7) placed in the front part protruding from both sides of the prismatic compartment (2), and having wheels (9) attached to it to activate it and execute the movement of both gates (5, 6), and the roller (7) being placed at the rear hidden inside the compartment with the function of guiding the chain system to transfer the movement to the rear gate (6); As for the front hatch (5), it comprises a quadrangular notch (10) in its lower part, into which, while closed, the set of cutlery and utensils fit: spoon (11), a fork (12), or a sipping straw (13), which have in its handle a section of the same quadrangular profile (14) similar to the quadrangular notch (10), to be coupled to the prismatic compartment (2). two.

Mask kit and eating utensils through it, according to claim 1, characterized in that the prismatic compartment (2) comprises a hollow conduit (16), delimited between one gate and the other, provided with a guide (15) in its base through which the utensil (11, 12, 13) will run with the food towards the mouth. 3.

Mask kit and eating utensils through it, according to claim 1, characterized in that the mask (1) is fixed by elastic means.