A drowning-prevention jacket

By installing a detachable airbag on the waterproof jacket and securing it with Velcro, the problem of existing waterproof jackets being unable to effectively prevent drowning is solved. This allows for rapid inflation of the airbag and stable buoyancy, improving self-rescue efficiency and safety.

CN224386821UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23XIAN HAIKONG POWER TECH DEV CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
XIAN HAIKONG POWER TECH DEV CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2026-06-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing waterproof jackets are not effective in preventing drowning during outdoor activities, and the airbags are prone to obstruction or poor aesthetics during self-rescue due to the design of the flaps.

Method used

A detachable airbag is installed at the collar of the jacket and secured with Velcro via front and rear flaps. The airbag has an internal folding structure and uses Velcro for quick inflation and fixation. It can be used in conjunction with a compressed gas cylinder and an air hose for self-rescue.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid inflation and stable buoyancy of the airbag, ensuring that the user's head floats, improving self-rescue efficiency and safety, and avoiding usage obstacles caused by airbag adhesion.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a waterproof jacket, specifically is a kind of anti-drowning waterproof jacket, including waterproof jacket body, detachably install air bag at the collar of waterproof jacket body, air bag is placed along the front and back of the shoulder of waterproof jacket body, and is shielded by front stoppage and rear stoppage, the front stoppage is at the end of rear stoppage away from the shoulder of waterproof jacket body by magic tape and the waterproof jacket body is adhered;Air bag is connected with inflator unit, and the inflator unit is used to quickly supply air to air bag;When air bag is not inflated, the position close to magic tape is formed with inner fold, and the inner fold is between magic tape. The inner fold formed on air bag is between magic tape, when air bag is inflated, the inner fold can be quickly turned outwards, so as to rush open magic tape, so that air bag can float quickly, keep the head of user at upper side, eliminate security risk.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a waterproof jacket, specifically a waterproof jacket designed to prevent drowning. Background Technology

[0002] A windproof jacket, also known as a jacket, is an essential piece of equipment for outdoor sports. Its popularity among outdoor enthusiasts stems from its all-weather functionality. While it's not a mysterious garment—just a jacket—the name "windproof jacket" originated abroad and was adopted to differentiate it from ordinary clothing. Widely used by outdoor enthusiasts, windproof jackets are problematic due to the unpredictable nature of outdoor environments and the potential for accidents. Current windproof jackets lack inflation capabilities, offering no self-rescue function in the event of a fall into water, failing to prevent drowning, and thus being inconvenient to use, reducing their practicality.

[0003] The current method integrates airbags into the jacket, with the airbags installed at the shoulder area and blocked by a flap. This improves the jacket's aesthetics while ensuring the airbags are used for self-rescue. However, if the flap is sewn directly onto the jacket, it can obstruct the airbag when it inflates, reducing its effectiveness. If the flap is simply placed on the shoulder, it fails to provide stability and aesthetics. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a waterproof jacket to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A waterproof jacket for preventing drowning includes a jacket body, an airbag detachably mounted at the collar of the jacket body, the airbag being placed along the front and back of the shoulders of the jacket body and covered by a front flap and a back flap, the end of the front flap away from the shoulders of the jacket body being glued to the jacket body by Velcro; the end of the back flap away from the shoulders of the jacket body being glued to the jacket body (1) by Velcro.

[0007] The airbag is connected to an inflation unit, which is used to rapidly supply air into the airbag.

[0008] When the airbag is not inflated, an inward fold is formed near the Velcro, and the inward fold is located between the Velcro straps.

[0009] As described above, the waterproof jacket is designed to prevent drowning. The Velcro includes a hook side sewn onto the back flap and a first Velcro fleece side sewn onto the jacket body. The air bladder has a second Velcro fleece side on the side facing the hook side.

[0010] As described above, the anti-drowning waterproof jacket has a first cavity and a second cavity formed inside the air bladder, and the inner fold is placed inside the second cavity when it is not inflated.

[0011] As described above, the anti-drowning waterproof jacket has an extension formed on the airbag, and the extension is provided with a plurality of connection holes for connecting to the jacket body.

[0012] The water-resistant waterproof jacket as described above: the inflation unit includes:

[0013] A control valve is installed on the airbag, the control valve is connected to the inside of the first cavity and is connected to the inside of the second cavity through a connecting pipe;

[0014] A compressed gas cylinder is also installed on the control valve.

[0015] As described above, the anti-drowning waterproof jacket has an air bladder equipped with an air tube, and a one-way valve is installed on the air tube.

[0016] As described above, the waterproof jacket has a waterproof pocket located at the chest area on the jacket body, and the end of the air tube away from the air bladder is inserted into the waterproof pocket.

[0017] As described above, the waterproof jacket has an adjustable drawstring located on the inside of the jacket body near the waist.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By using Velcro to bond the front flap, back flap and the main body of the jacket, the airbag is covered. The airbag is located between the Velcro, which restricts the position of the airbag and prevents the airbag from wrinkling or folding when the jacket is worn, thus affecting the subsequent inflation efficiency. Secondly, the airbag has an inward fold between the Velcro. When the airbag is inflated, the inward fold can quickly flip outward, thereby opening the Velcro and allowing the airbag to float quickly, keeping the user's head above the ground. This prevents the Velcro from sticking too firmly, which would make it difficult for the airbag to detach from the jacket, thus eliminating safety hazards. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 A front view of a waterproof jacket designed to prevent drowning.

[0020] Figure 2 Rear view of a waterproof jacket designed to prevent drowning.

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the air bladder and the inflation unit in a waterproof jacket designed to prevent drowning.

[0022] Figure 4A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the air bladder in a waterproof jacket designed to prevent drowning.

[0023] Figure 5 A diagram illustrating the connection between the Velcro and the airbag in a waterproof jacket designed to prevent drowning.

[0024] In the diagram: 1-jacket body, 2-waterproof pocket, 3-adjustable drawstring, 4-front flap, 5-rear flap, 6-hook and loop fastener, 601-hook and loop hook side, 602-first hook and loop fleece side, 603-second hook and loop fleece side, 7-hood, 8-hood adjustment buckle, 9-air bladder, 901-first cavity, 902-second cavity, 903-inner fold, 10-extension piece, 11-connecting hole, 12-compressed gas cylinder, 13-control valve, 14-connecting tube, 15-air blowing tube. Detailed Implementation

[0025] Various exemplary embodiments, features, and aspects of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote elements that have the same or similar functions. Although various aspects of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, they are not necessarily drawn to scale unless specifically indicated otherwise.

[0026] The term “exemplary” as used herein means “serving as an example, embodiment, or illustration.” Any embodiment illustrated herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as superior to or better than other embodiments.

[0027] Furthermore, to better illustrate this application, numerous specific details are provided in the following detailed embodiments. Those skilled in the art should understand that this application can be implemented even without certain specific details. In some instances, methods, means, and elements well-known to those skilled in the art have not been described in detail in order to highlight the main points of this application.

[0028] Please see Figures 1-5 In this embodiment of the present invention, a waterproof jacket includes a jacket body 1. An airbag 9 is detachably installed at the collar of the jacket body 1. The airbag 9 is draped along the front and back of the shoulders of the jacket body 1 and is covered by a front flap 4 and a back flap 5. The end of the front flap 4 away from the shoulder of the jacket body 1 is glued to the jacket body 1 by Velcro 6. The end of the back flap 5 away from the shoulder of the jacket body 1 is glued to the jacket body 1 by Velcro 6. The airbag 9 is connected to an inflation unit, which is used to quickly supply air into the airbag 9. When the airbag 9 is not inflated, an inward fold 903 is formed near the Velcro 6, and the inward fold 903 is located between the Velcro 6.

[0029] In this embodiment, the front flap 4, the rear flap 5, and the jacket body 1 are glued together by the Velcro 6, thus covering the airbag 9. Part of the airbag 9 is located between the Velcro 6, which can restrict the position of the airbag 9 and prevent the airbag 9 from wrinkling or folding when the jacket body 1 is worn, affecting the subsequent inflation efficiency. Secondly, the airbag 9 has an inner fold 903 formed on it and is located between the Velcro 6. When the airbag 9 is inflated, the inner fold 903 can quickly flip outward, thereby opening the Velcro 6 and allowing the airbag 9 to float quickly, keeping the user's head above the body. This prevents the Velcro 6 from being too firmly attached, which would make it difficult for the airbag 9 to detach from the jacket body 1, thus eliminating safety hazards.

[0030] Further, please refer to Figure 5 The Velcro 6 includes a Velcro hook surface 601 sewn onto the back flap 5 and a first Velcro fleece surface 602 sewn onto the jacket body 1. A second Velcro fleece surface 603 is provided on the side of the airbag 9 facing the Velcro hook surface 601. When the jacket body 1 is worn normally, the first Velcro hook surface 601 is bonded to the first Velcro fleece surface 602, and then bonded to the second Velcro fleece surface 603, thereby fixing the back flap 5 and the airbag 9. This prevents the airbag 9 from folding due to body movement or carrying items on the back during the wearing process, thus preventing the airbag 9 from being unable to quickly fill with gas, effectively improving safety.

[0031] It should be noted that the airbag 9 has a first cavity 901 and a second cavity 902. The inner fold 903 is folded into the second cavity 902 when it is not inflated. The internal space of the second cavity 902 is smaller than the internal space of the first cavity 901. Therefore, the second cavity 902 can inflate the fastest, so that the rear flap 5 and the airbag 9 can be quickly separated from the jacket body 1 at the Velcro 6 position.

[0032] To connect the airbag 9 to the jacket body 1, an extension 10 is formed on the airbag 9. The extension 10 is provided with a plurality of connection holes 11 for connecting with the jacket body 1. The jacket body 1 can be provided with a strap, which passes through the connection holes 11 to fix the airbag 9 and facilitates replacement after the airbag 9 is used or broken. Of course, in the specific implementation process, buttons provided on the jacket body 1 can also be used to connect with the connection holes 11. The specific choice can be made according to actual needs. This embodiment does not make a specific limitation on this.

[0033] Further, please refer to Figure 3The inflation unit includes a control valve 13 installed on the airbag 9. The control valve 13 is connected to the inside of the first cavity 901 and is connected to the inside of the second cavity 902 through a connecting pipe 14 (integrated with a one-way valve). A compressed gas cylinder 12 is also installed on the control valve 13.

[0034] The control valve 13 is controlled to open and close by a water-soluble trigger. The water-soluble plate in the water-soluble trigger dissolves when it comes into contact with water, thereby triggering the automatic valve 6 to open. The water-soluble trigger 8 is a conventional technology module, so it will not be described in detail in this embodiment.

[0035] As an alternative measure, the airbag 9 is also equipped with an air inflator 15, which has a one-way valve. The waterproof pocket 2 is located on the chest of the jacket body 1. The end of the air inflator 15 away from the airbag 9 is inserted into the waterproof pocket 2. In the event of falling into water, if the control valve 13 or the compressed gas cylinder 12 is damaged and the airbag 9 cannot be inflated quickly, the user can blow air into the airbag 9 through the air inflator 15 to save himself, which is highly safe.

[0036] In another embodiment of this utility model, an adjustment buckle 3 is provided on the inner side of the jacket body 1 near the waist, so that the gap between the bottom of the jacket body 1 and the body can be adjusted after the jacket body 1 is worn, so as to achieve a warming effect.

[0037] It should be noted that the adjusting cord buckle 3 is an existing hook and loop fastener and a flat cord, therefore, this embodiment will not describe it in detail.

[0038] The jacket body 1 has a hood 7, and the hood 7 is provided with a hood circumference adjustment buckle 8.

[0039] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0040] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A waterproof jacket, comprising a jacket body (1), wherein an airbag (9) is detachably installed at the collar of the jacket body (1), the airbag (9) is draped along the front and back of the shoulder of the jacket body (1) and covered by a front flap (4) and a back flap (5), wherein the end of the front flap (4) away from the shoulder of the jacket body (1) is attached to the jacket body (1) by Velcro (6); the end of the back flap (5) away from the shoulder of the jacket body (1) is attached to the jacket body (1) by Velcro (6). The airbag (9) is connected to an inflation unit, which is used to rapidly supply air into the airbag (9); Its features are, When the airbag (9) is not inflated, an inward fold (903) is formed near the Velcro (6), and the inward fold (903) is located between the Velcro (6); The airbag (9) has a first cavity (901) and a second cavity (902) formed inside it, and the inner fold (903) is folded inside the second cavity (902) when it is not inflated; The inflation unit includes: A control valve (13) is installed on the airbag (9), the control valve (13) is connected to the inside of the first cavity (901), and is connected to the inside of the second cavity (902) through a connecting pipe (14); A compressed gas cylinder (12) is also installed on the control valve (13).

2. The anti-drowning waterproof jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The Velcro (6) includes a Velcro hook surface (601) sewn onto the back flap (5) and a first Velcro fleece surface (602) sewn onto the jacket body (1). A second Velcro fleece surface (603) is provided on the side of the airbag (9) facing the Velcro hook surface (601).

3. A waterproof jacket for preventing drowning according to claim 1, characterized in that, An extension (10) is formed on the airbag (9), and the extension (10) is provided with a plurality of connection holes (11) for connecting with the body of the jacket (1).

4. A waterproof jacket for preventing drowning according to claim 1, characterized in that, The airbag (9) is also provided with an air blowing pipe (15), and a one-way valve is installed on the air blowing pipe (15).

5. A waterproof jacket for preventing drowning according to claim 4, characterized in that, A waterproof pocket (2) is provided on the body of the jacket (1) at the chest position, and the end of the air tube (15) away from the airbag (9) is inserted into the waterproof pocket (2).

6. A waterproof jacket for preventing drowning according to claim 1, characterized in that, An adjustment buckle (3) is provided on the inner side of the jacket body (1) near the waist.