KR101752845B1 - Device for detecting life of mask - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention can confirm the degree of contamination and the life of the mask so that the user is prevented from exposure to a bacterial infection by inducing the user to replace the mask with a new one or to use the same after sterilizing and cleaning and prevent unnecessary purchasing of a new mask A mask lifetime detecting device is disclosed.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to a mask life detecting apparatus,

The present invention relates to a mask life detecting apparatus and a mask capable of detecting a life time, and more particularly, to a mask life detecting apparatus and a mask having a case having a fitting groove formed at a predetermined depth so as to be fixed to one side edge of a mask. A light emitting unit coupled to one side surface of the fitting groove of the case and having a light emitting lamp for emitting light toward the mask; A light receiving unit coupled to the side surface of the fitting groove of the case so as to face the light emitting unit and receiving light emitted from the light emitting lamp and passing through a mask sandwiched between the fitting recesses; A detector which is provided inside the case and is electrically connected to the light emitting unit and the light receiving unit and detects a brightness or an amount of light received by the light receiving unit after passing through a mask sandwiched between the fitting recesses and then compares the brightness or amount with a set reference value; And a detection result display unit which is formed on the outside of the case and displays the lifetime of the mask or the replacement timing of the mask so that the user can visually confirm the result according to the result detected through the detection unit. Lt; / RTI >

As is well known, the mask must have good breathing, and at the same time, have a filtering effect that can prevent dust and bacteria from entering. Usually, the cotton fabric or the nonwoven fabric of the cotton cloth is overlapped with the outer skin and the inner skin, Have a band that can be placed on the ear and are used frequently by patients who are susceptible to infection due to bacterial growth or who are susceptible to infecting others or those who are exposed to dust.

In recent years, it has also been used to prevent dust in the ultra-precision field. Since a general mask has to have a certain amount of voids for breathing, and bacteria are very fine like viruses, Even if it is worn, there is no possibility of the bacteria penetrating into the user's body through the gap of the mask because there is no sterilizing power. Especially, in a place such as a hospital, If bacteria are contaminated, it can worsen the disease.

FIG. 1 is a view for explaining a conventional general mask structure. A conventional conventional mask 10 comprises a cloth 12 of roughly cut shape and a wear band 14 connected to the body 12 in the form of a ring on both sides so as to hang on the wearer's ear.

In the conventional mask as described above, a great number of bacteria multiply in the mask due to moisture caused by breathing and external moisture, so that the longer the period of use, the higher the risk of bacterial infection of the user. In addition, when the mask becomes dampened by breathing or snorting, it may be used after drying or washing. However, when used after washing or sterilization, there is less concern about bacterial infection. However, when the mask is dried and removed from the dampness, There was a problem of infection.

Further, although the degree of contamination of the mask is not so great or it is sufficiently usable, it can not be confirmed whether or not the mask is usable. Thus, there is a problem that unnecessary cost is frequently consumed frequently when a new mask is purchased.

On the other hand, in the Utility Model No. 20-2009-0005015, an activated carbon sheet, which is made of activated carbon, activated carbon fiber, and activated carbon substrate, which are functionalized through silver / iodine surface treatment, A mask having sterilizing function for preventing diseases and bacterial infections caused by infiltration of microorganisms, bacteria and viruses by adsorption and respiration, blocking of various pollutants in the air when the outside air is sucked by being installed in the media layer is disclosed However, since conventional technologies have a limited period of use, it is impossible to use semi-permanently, and there is a problem that harmful bacteria contained in the outside air can not be completely prevented.

The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a method and apparatus for detecting a contamination degree and a life of a mask, thereby preventing a user from using a contaminated mask, The present invention provides a mask life detecting apparatus and a mask capable of detecting a life span by preventing a user from being exposed to a bacterial infection and confirming the life of the mask, have.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a mask comprising: a case having a fitting groove formed at a predetermined depth so as to be fixed to one side edge of a mask; A light emitting unit coupled to one side surface of the fitting groove of the case and having a light emitting lamp for emitting light toward the mask; A light receiving unit coupled to the side surface of the fitting groove of the case so as to face the light emitting unit and receiving light emitted from the light emitting lamp and passing through a mask sandwiched between the fitting recesses; A detector which is provided inside the case and is electrically connected to the light emitting unit and the light receiving unit and detects a brightness or an amount of light received by the light receiving unit after passing through a mask sandwiched between the fitting recesses and then compares the brightness or amount with a set reference value; And a detection result display unit which is formed on the outside of the case and displays a life time of the mask or a replacement time of the mask so that the user can visually confirm the life time of the mask according to the result detected through the detection unit.

According to the present invention, the detection result display unit is composed of a lamp or a phrase illuminated in various colors or a display liquid crystal capable of transmitting an image so that the user can visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement time of the mask.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a mask including an endothelial layer and an outer skin layer, the light emitting lamp being coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the outer skin layer and emitting light toward the endothelial layer; A light receiving unit coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the endothelial layer to face the light emitting lamp and emitting light emitted from the light emitting lamp and passing through the endothelial layer; A detecting unit inserted between the endothelial layer and the sheath layer and electrically connected to the light emitting lamp and the light receiving unit and detecting a brightness or an amount of light received by the light receiving unit after passing through the sheathing layer, And a detection result display unit provided on the rear surface of the light emission lamp and allowing a user to visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement timing of the mask according to the result detected through the detection unit.

In addition, in the present invention, the detecting unit is a flexible circuit board having flexibility so that it can be inserted between the endothelial layer and the sheath layer and does not cause discomfort when worn.

According to the present invention, the detection result display unit is composed of a lamp or a phrase illuminated in various colors or a display liquid crystal capable of transmitting an image so that the user can visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement time of the mask.

The present invention as described above can confirm the degree of contamination and the service life of the mask in use to prevent the user from using the contaminated mask and induce the user to use the mask after replacing the mask with a new one or after sterilizing and cleaning, Exposure can be prevented, and the life of the mask can be confirmed, which is advantageous in that unnecessary cost wasted due to purchase of a new mask can be prevented.

Figure 1 is an illustration of a typical mask.
2 to 4 illustrate an example of a mask life detecting apparatus according to the present invention.
FIGS. 5 to 6 are views showing a state in which a mask life detecting device is fixed to a mask according to the present invention; FIG.
Figures 7 to 9 illustrate an example of a mask capable of lifetime detection according to the present invention.

Hereinafter, the apparatus for detecting a mask life according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

The present invention relates to a mask life detecting device for confirming the degree of contamination and life of a mask and a mask capable of detecting the life of the mask, Is prevented from being exposed to a bacterial infection, and the cost of purchasing a mask is reduced.

2 to 6, the apparatus for detecting the life of a mask according to the present invention mainly comprises a case 10, a light emitting portion 20, a light receiving portion 30, a detection portion 40 and a detection result display portion 50 .

The case 10 is formed with a fitting groove 11 which is cut to a predetermined depth so as to be fitted and fixed to one side edge of the mask 1. The case 10 may be formed of various materials, but it may be made of a synthetic resin material to protect the components inserted therein, to mitigate impact, and to reduce weight.

Generally, the mask 1 is made of cotton fabric or nonwoven fabric of pure cotton yarn, and when it is worn, the mask 1 is tightly wrapped around the face so that it has an arc shape when viewed from above. The case 10 may be formed in a square or rectangular shape having a predetermined thickness so as to be usable before wearing the mask or when wearing the mask, and may be formed into a curved shape (bent) by a predetermined angle when viewed from above.

The light emitting unit 20 is coupled to one side surface of the fitting groove 11 of the case 10 and includes a light emitting lamp 21 that emits light toward the mask 1. The light emitting lamp 21 may be selected from a variety of devices (lamps) that emit light. For example, an infrared LED may be used.

The light receiving unit 30 is coupled to the other side of the fitting groove 11 of the case 10 and is coupled to the light emitting unit 20 to receive light emitted from the light emitting lamp 21. The light receiving unit 30 may use an illuminance sensor or a photodiode.

The detection unit 40 is provided inside the case 10 and is electrically connected to the light emitting unit 20 and the light receiving unit 30. The detection unit 40 detects the amount of light or brightness of the light emitted from the light emitting lamp 21, passes through the mask, and then received by the light receiving unit. Then, the detection unit 40 measures the degree of contamination or the life of the mask.

The detection result through the detection unit 40 is displayed on the detection result display unit 50. The detection result display unit 50 may be provided on the light emitting unit so as to be easily visible to a user and may be provided on the opposite side of the light emitting lamp 21, Or a display liquid crystal capable of transmitting images (graphics, graphs, characters, etc.).

For example, the amount of light received by the light receiving section 30 is converted into three sections of less than 50% (replacement required), 50 to less than 70% (washing required), and 70 to 100% (good condition) 40, and 45% of the light is received by the light emitting portion of the light emitting lamp after the case is inserted into the mask in use, the detection result display portion displays a color corresponding to the corresponding value (for example, red) , Or a phrase such as " need to be replaced " is sent to the screen to discontinue use and induce the user to purchase a new mask. As described above, the mask is made of cotton cloth or non-woven fabric of pure cotton yarn, and a predetermined air gap is formed for breathing. Dust or foreign matter is piled up on the air gap to seal the air gap. The accumulation of runny nose may block the pores and reduce the respiratory properties and may cause infection due to bacterial propagation during long-term use.

The present invention as described above enables the user to confirm the degree of contamination and the service life of the mask 1 in use so as to prevent the user from using the contaminated mask and to induce the user to use the mask after replacing or sterilizing the mask, It is possible to prevent exposure to a bacterial infection and to confirm the life of the mask, thereby avoiding unnecessary cost wastage due to purchase of a new mask.

Next, a mask capable of detecting the life span according to the present invention will be described with reference to Figs.

7 is a view for explaining a state in which the detection result display portion 50 'is provided on the outer circumferential surface of the outer skin layer 3. Fig. 8 is a sectional view of the light receiving portion 30' between the inner skin layer 2 and the outer skin layer 3. Fig. And a detection unit 40 '. FIG. 9 is an exemplary view for explaining a principle of detecting the life of a mask according to an embodiment of the present invention.

A mask capable of detecting the lifetime according to the present invention is a mask (1 ') including an endothelial layer (2) and an outer skin layer (3'), which is coupled to the outer circumferential surface of the outer skin layer and emits light toward the endothelial layer (21 '); A light receiving unit 30 'coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the endothelial layer and facing the light emitting lamp, and receiving light emitted from the light emitting lamp; A detection unit 40 'which is inserted between the endothelial layer and the outer skin layer and is electrically connected to the light emitting lamp and the light receiving unit, detects the brightness or amount of light received by the light receiving unit after passing through the outer skin layer, ); And a detection result display unit 50 'provided on the rear surface of the light emission lamp and allowing the user to visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement timing of the mask according to the result detected through the detection unit.

The light emitting lamp 21 'can be selected from various devices (lamps) that emit light. For example, an infrared LED can be used. The light receiving unit 30' can use an illuminance sensor or a photodiode have.

The detection unit 40 'measures the degree of contamination and the life of the mask by detecting the brightness or light amount of the light received by the light receiving unit after passing through the skin layer, It is possible to use a flexible circuit board having flexibility so that it can be inserted between the outer layers 3 and does not cause an uncomfortable feeling when worn.

The detection result through the detection unit 40 'is displayed on the detection result display unit 50'. The detection result display unit 50 'may be provided on the opposite side of the light emitting lamp 21' so that the user can easily recognize the light detection unit 50 'with the naked eye. The detection result display unit 50' A graph, a character, or the like) can be used.

For example, the amount of light received by the light receiving portion 30 'is converted into three sections of less than 50% (replacement required), 50 to 70% (washing required), and 70 to 100% (good condition) When the light emitting lamp 21 'emits light and 45% of the light is received by the light receiving unit 30' after inserting the case into the mask in use, the detection result display unit 50 ' (For example, red) corresponding to the corresponding value, or transmits a phrase such as 'need to replace' to the screen to discontinue use and induce the user to purchase a new mask. As described above, the mask is made of cotton cloth or non-woven fabric of pure cotton yarn, and a predetermined air gap is formed for breathing. Dust or foreign matter is piled up on the air gap to seal the air gap. The accumulation of runny nose may block the pores and reduce the respiratory properties and may cause infection due to bacterial propagation during long-term use. ) Can be selected from among various devices (lamps) that emit light, for example, an infrared LED can be used.

According to the present invention as described above, the degree of contamination and the life of the mask 1 'can be confirmed, the use of the contaminated mask 1' is prohibited, and the user is guided to replace the mask with a new one, And it has the advantage of being able to protect the health.

1,1 ': mask
2: endothelial layer 3:
10: Case 11: Fitting groove
20: light emitting portion 21, 21 ': light emitting portion
30, 30 ': light receiving unit 40, 40'
50, 50 ': detection result display section

Claims (5)

A case 10 in which a fitting groove 11 is formed at a predetermined depth so as to be fixed to one side edge of the mask;
A light emitting portion 20 coupled to one side surface of the fitting groove of the case and having a light emitting lamp 21 for emitting light toward the mask;
A light receiving part 30 which is coupled to the side surface of the fitting groove of the case so as to face the light emitting part and receives light passing through the mask which is emitted from the light emitting lamp and inserted in the fitting groove;
A detection unit (40) provided in the case and electrically connected to the light emitting unit and the light receiving unit, for detecting brightness or amount of light received by the light receiving unit after passing through a mask sandwiched by the fitting recess, ; And
And a detection result display part (50) formed on the outside of the case and showing the life of the mask or the replacement time of the mask so that the user can visually confirm the result of the detection according to the result detected through the detection part Detection device.
The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the detection result display unit comprises a display liquid crystal capable of transmitting a lamp or a phrase illuminated in various colors or an image so that the user can visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement time of the mask. Life detection device.
In a mask comprising an inner layer and an outer layer,
A luminescent lamp coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the shell layer and emitting light toward the endothelial layer;
A light receiving unit coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the endothelial layer to face the light emitting lamp and emitting light emitted from the light emitting lamp and passing through the endothelial layer;
A detecting unit inserted between the endothelial layer and the sheath layer and electrically connected to the light emitting lamp and the light receiving unit and detecting a brightness or an amount of light received by the light receiving unit after passing through the sheathing layer,
And a detection result display unit provided on a rear surface of the light emission lamp and allowing a user to visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement timing of the mask according to the result detected through the detection unit. Possible masks.
The mask according to claim 3, wherein the detecting unit is a flexible circuit board having flexibility so that it can be inserted between the endothelial layer and the sheath layer and does not cause discomfort when worn.
4. The apparatus according to claim 3, wherein the detection result display unit comprises a display liquid crystal capable of transmitting a lamp or a phrase or an image to be illuminated in various colors so that the user can visually confirm the life of the mask or the replacement time of the mask. Detectable mask.

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