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Face mask having closable opening and method of reducing exposure to respiratory illness

a mask and closable technology, applied in the direction of garments, garment fasteners, protective garments, etc., can solve the problems of inconvenient wearing of masks, people risk exposing themselves or others to respiratory illnesses, etc., and achieve the effects of convenient opening and closing, greater societal acceptance of masks, and improved protection

Inactive Publication Date: 2020-10-22
OFF CAMPUS SOCIAL LLC
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The patent is about a face mask that can be easily opened and closed to allow for eating and drinking without needing to remove the mask. The mask has clasps that can be magnetic to make it easy for the user to open and close the mask without touching their mouth or the edges of the mask. This makes the mask more protective and comfortable to wear. The technical effects of this invention include improved protection and convenience for the user, as well as potential to reduce exposures to respiratory illnesses and the impact of pandemics on society.

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Some people object to use of face masks because wearing them is inconvenient.
As a result, these people risk exposing themselves or others to respiratory illnesses.

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[0019]In a first aspect of the invention, a face mask 10 is provided. Face mask 10 has one or more straps 12, cloth 14, and flap 16. Straps 12 may be woven or non-woven cloth and may be elastic, particularly if the mask is intended to loop around the ears as shown, or substantially non-elastic if the straps are intended to be tied around the back of the head or fastened in any other manner. Cloth 14 has an exterior face 18 and an interior face (not shown). Exterior face 18 may be convex such that the interior face (not shown) is concave to better fit over the chin of a wearer. Cloth 14 may be made from any suitable woven or non-woven fabric including, but not limited to, cotton, synthetic plastic fibers (polypropylene and others), neoprene, chiffon, silk, nylon, polyester, flannel, spandex satin and fabrics qualified for use in personal protective equipment or provided that the cloth is breathable. Cloth 14 may have different layers which may be of different materials. Flap 16 has a...

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Abstract

A face mask having an opening covered by a flap is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method of reducing exposure to a respiratory illness while eating or drinking.

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CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 039,073, filed Jun. 15, 2020, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND[0002]Respiratory illnesses including COVID-19 can be spread by droplets and aerosols. The Centers for Disease Control and authorities in countries outside the US recommend the wearing of masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These masks cover the mouth and nose. To eat or drink, it is necessary for the wearer to remove the mask.[0003]A need therefore exists for a mask that permits eating or drinking.[0004]Some people object to use of face masks because wearing them is inconvenient. As a result, these people risk exposing themselves or others to respiratory illnesses.[0005]A need therefore exists for a mask that is ore convenient to wear.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0006]A first aspect of the invention is a face mask to be worn by a wearer for reducing exposure...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A41D13/11
CPCA41D13/1107A41D13/11A41F1/002
Inventor HOWARD, CHARLESDAWSON, JAMES CONNORGRACE, TAYLOR
Owner OFF CAMPUS SOCIAL LLC