ES1281775U - Nasal clamp for masks (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Nasal forceps for masks characterized by being constituted in a single piece in the shape of a trident where the central body is twice as long as the sides and said piece being curved with respect to the central body adapting to the contour of the nose. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Nasal clamp for masks

PREAMBLE

The present invention, as indicated by the title of this specification, refers to a device that is attached to masks to improve their hold on the face and prevent the glasses from fogging up during use.

As a result of the pandemic caused by covid-19, the use of both hygienic and filtering masks has become widespread, in many places and circumstances their use is advisable or mandatory. However, on many occasions its use creates a problem for people who wear glasses, since when exhalation condenses on the lenses, an annoying fogging occurs that can prevent correct vision, with the risks that this entails.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The widespread use of the mask has led to the appearance of a large number of proposals to solve the problem. The most common is the moldable element, generally a metal or plastic band, which usually incorporates the mask itself near its upper edge with the intention of adapting its shape to the physiognomy of the face, in this way it tries to prevent exhalation of the person comes out through the gap that is produced between the mask and the face around the nose. However, this solution is often not fully effective because the support provided by this element is not stable and durable enough.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The device of the invention is a rigid one-piece device that is attached to the mask itself and that, thanks to its shape, achieves a better adaptation of the mask. mask to the facial physiognomy, providing a sufficient seal to prevent the air coming from the exhalation from escaping through its upper part and fogging the lenses of the glasses.

In this way, not only the appearance of mist is avoided, but also the protection against pathogens present in the environment is increased since the amount of air that is exchanged with the outside is limited and that does not pass through the mask.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figure 1 is a front view of the invention and Figure 2 represents the back of the part turned to the right. In both cases, the arms (1), the trunk (2) and the grooves (3) can be seen.

Figure 3 shows a view of the inside of a mask with the device attached and Figure 4 provides a view of the outside of the mask with the device attached. Here you can also see the arms (1), the trunk (2) and the grooves (3)

Figure 5 shows a person with glasses wearing the device inserted into the mask

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

The device consists of a single rigid piece in the shape of a trident whose central body, which we will call the trunk, is somewhat longer than the sides, which we will call arms (figure 1). The piece is curved with respect to this central trunk in order for the device to adapt to the contour of the nose (figure 2).

The piece is attached to the upper part of the mask in such a way that the central trunk will remain inside it, resting directly on the nose. On the other hand, the lateral arms will be located outside the mask, as it passes through the slots that open between the central trunk and the arms (figures 3 and 4). As part of the structure of the device remains inside the mask and another outside, the piece remains firmly anchored to the upper part of the mask, being an element that reinforces the action of the metal or plastic band that usually incorporate the masks.

Once the piece is inserted into the mask, it acquires a greater consistency in the area that is in contact with the trunk of the nose, thus achieving a better grip and reducing or eliminating the characteristic gaps that usually open between the nose, the mask and face, where most of the exhaled air escapes, causing fogging of the glasses.

One of the novelties that this device brings to the state of the art is that it is a single piece that by its own shape fits tightly to the mask without the need for additional additional elements or adhesives. Another novelty lies in the shape of the central body or trunk of the piece, the length of which contributes to maintaining the cavity that forms between the tip of the nose, the mouth and the inside of the mask, preventing, with time and movement, the inside of the mask ends up brushing against these wet parts of the face, which, in addition to being uncomfortable, reduces the effectiveness of the protection.

The device is designed to fit a wide range of face masks, both cloth and disposable hygienic and surgical, as well as respiratory protection masks FFP1, FFP2, and FFP3.

It can be made of rigid materials such as PLA PLUS.

Claims (1)

1- Nasal clamp for masks characterized by being constituted in a single piece in the shape of a trident where the central body is twice as long as the sides and said piece being curved with respect to the central body adapting to the contour of the nose. 2- Nasal clamp for masks according to claim 1, characterized in that the central body remains inside the mask resting directly on the nose and the sides are located on the outside of the mask, as it passes through the slots that open between the central trunk and the sides, leaving the piece firmly anchored to the upper part of the mask.