Buoyancy vest

Abstract

The utility model provides a buoyancy vest which does not hinder fishing operation and can practically detect falling into water and send distress signals. Specifically, the buoyancy vest (1) provided by the utility model is provided with a water falling detector accommodating part (20) which can accommodate a water falling detector (50) for detecting water falling; and a portable terminal accommodating part (30) capable of accommodating a portable terminal (60) for receiving a water falling signal from the water falling detector (50), the water falling detector accommodating part (20) is provided with a mesh-shaped part (21) which can be soaked in water and is arranged at a lower position in the longitudinal direction of the buoyancy vest, and the portable terminal accommodating part (30) is subjected to waterproof processing around the whole periphery. And the upper part of the longitudinal center of the buoyancy vest is provided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a buoyancy vest worn when fishing. Background Art

[0002] A water fall detection unit, which can be carried while fishing and detect when a fisherman falls into the water, is known (see, for example, Non-Patent Document 1). This water fall detection unit is configured to transmit a water fall and distress signal from a water fall detector and a smartphone linked to the water fall detector to a third-party smartphone. In actual use, a dedicated application is downloaded onto the smartphone, and the fisherman can hang the water fall detector and the smartphone, housed in a sealed case, around their neck using a sling or other similar device.

[0003] Patent Literature

[0004] Non-Patent Literature 1: https: / / www.jmarinesafety.jp / Summary of the Invention

[0005] Because the aforementioned water drop detection unit is attached to the neck with a sling, it can hinder various fishing operations. Specifically, during actual fishing, anglers may employ various postures, such as casting, retrieving the fish, and manipulating the fishing gear. However, the water drop detection unit attached to the neck by a sling can become an obstacle during these operations. Furthermore, since it is exposed at the front of the chest, it can easily cause line entanglement.

[0006] While anglers wear buoyancy vests for safety reasons, existing buoyancy vests are designed to float in the event of a fall and are not designed to include a water detection unit. Therefore, even if an angler stores the water detection unit in the pocket of an existing buoyancy vest, it cannot fully function as a water detection unit. Specifically, if the water detector is stored in the pocket, there is a possibility that the pocket will not be fully immersed in water, resulting in an inability to detect a fall, or there are problems such as the time it takes to send a detection signal to the smartphone. Furthermore, if a smartphone is heavy and hung from a neck strap, it will sink in the event of a fall, making it difficult to send a distress signal to a third party. Furthermore, if the smartphone is simply stored in a pocket, it will be immersed in the water in the event of a fall, and there is also the possibility that a distress signal will not be sent to a third party.

[0007] The present invention is developed with an eye to the above-mentioned problems, and aims to provide a buoyancy vest which does not hinder fishing operations and can effectively detect falling into water and send distress signals.

[0008] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the buoyancy vest involved in the present invention is provided with: a water fall detector accommodating portion, which can accommodate a water fall detector for detecting water fall; and a portable terminal accommodating portion, which can accommodate a portable terminal that receives a water fall signal from the water fall detector. It is characterized in that the water fall detector accommodating portion has a water-immersed mesh portion and is arranged at the lower longitudinal position of the buoyancy vest, and the portable terminal accommodating portion is waterproofed around the entire circumference and is arranged at the upper longitudinal center position of the buoyancy vest.

[0009] According to the above-mentioned buoyancy vest, a fall-in-water detector can be accommodated in the fall-in-water detector accommodating portion, and a portable terminal (smartphone, etc.) can be accommodated in the portable terminal accommodating portion. Generally, since the buoyancy vest is designed to allow the wearer's head or upper lungs to float out of the water surface when falling into the water, when falling into the water, the legs are in the water, and the chest (lungs) and above are floating out of the water surface. Therefore, the fall-in-water detector accommodating portion, which is located in the longitudinal lower position of the buoyancy vest, that is, at a position lower than the wearer's chest, will be located in the water when falling into the water. At the same time, since it has a mesh-like portion that can be submerged in water, it can effectively detect falling into the water. In addition, since the portable terminal accommodating portion is waterproofed around the entire circumference and is located in the longitudinal center upper position of the buoyancy vest, that is, at a position higher than the wearer's chest, when falling into the water, the portable terminal is located higher than the water surface and will not be submerged or immersed in water, so it can effectively send a falling-in-water and distress signal.

[0010] Furthermore, since the water fall detector and the portable terminal are not hung from the neck for use but are stored in respective storage portions provided on the buoyancy vest, it is possible to prevent them from becoming an obstacle or catching the fishing gear during fishing operations.

[0011] As described above, according to the present invention, a buoyancy vest can be provided that can reliably detect a fall into water and send a distress signal without interfering with fishing operations. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 It is a front view showing one embodiment of the buoyancy vest involved in the present invention.

[0013] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An expanded view of the buoyancy compensator is shown.

[0014] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing an example of a water fall detector and a portable terminal (smartphone) housed in a buoyancy vest.

[0015] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing an example of a water fall detector housing portion that houses the water fall detector.

[0016] Figure 5This figure shows a state where a wearer falls into water.

[0017] Explanation of symbols

[0018] 1- buoyancy vest; 2- back body; 3- front body; 3A left front body; 3B right front body; 20- water detector storage part; 21- mesh part; 27- belt (connecting part); 30- portable terminal storage part; 50- water detector; 60- portable terminal (smartphone). DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] Next, an embodiment of the buoyancy vest according to the present invention will be described.

[0020] Figure 1 and Figure 2 1 is a diagram showing the structure of a buoyancy vest according to this embodiment. Figure 1 is the front view, Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An expanded view of the buoyancy compensator is shown.

[0021] The buoyancy vest 1 of this embodiment comprises a back panel 2 positioned on the wearer's backside, and a front panel 3 (left front panel 3A and right front panel 3B) positioned on the wearer's frontside. The back panel 2 is connected to the left and right front panels 3A and 3B via left and right underarm portions 5A and 5B. When worn, the wearer's wrists are placed above the left and right underarm portions 5A and 5B. Furthermore, the left and right front panels 3A and 3B are connected to the back panel 2 via left and right shoulder portions 6A and 6B, which abut against the wearer's shoulders.

[0022] A zipper 7 is provided from the longitudinal center of the left front body 3A and the right front body 3B to the edge of the lower position, and the zipper 7 can be opened and closed up and down to form a Figure 1 The wearing state shown and Figure 2 Shown in the unfolded state (undressed state).

[0023] The various components of the buoyancy vest 1 are made of a conventional fiber material. Buoyancy materials are housed in appropriate locations within the buoyancy vest (primarily the back panel 2 and front panel 3) to help a person who falls into the water float. Furthermore, a belt 8 is provided at the lower end of the back panel 2 to secure the torso when worn, and a pair of belts 9 are provided that extend downward. Buckles 9a are provided at the ends of each of the pair of belts 9. Furthermore, belts 10 are provided in a drooping manner on the left and right front panels 3A and 3B. When worn, the belts 9 are passed from the back to the crotch, and the buckles 9a are connected to the buckles 10a provided at the ends of the respective belts. This prevents the buoyancy vest 1 from falling off the neck in the event of a fall.

[0024] On the buoyancy vest 1 of above-mentioned structure, sew up with the receiving portion (pocket) that can receive small articles etc. at various places. These pockets are provided with with identical structure on the same position as existing buoyancy vest.

[0025] In this embodiment, a left chest pocket 12A and a right chest pocket 12B are provided on the upper portions of the left and right front panels 3A and 3B (corresponding to the position of the user's chest). These left and right chest pockets 12A and 12B can be opened and closed by zippers 12a and 12b, respectively. In this case, the left and right chest pockets 12A and 12B can be divided by a partition inside, or can be configured so that each can be opened and closed by a zipper (double zipper) (hereinafter, this chest pocket is referred to as the first pocket).

[0026] Furthermore, a left abdominal pocket 14A and a right abdominal pocket 14B are provided at the lower portion of the left front panel 3A and the right front panel 3B (corresponding to the user's abdomen). These left abdominal pocket 14A and right abdominal pocket 14B can be opened and closed by zippers 14a and 14b, respectively. Similar to the breast pocket, the left abdominal pocket 14A and the right abdominal pocket 14B can be divided internally by a partition, and can also be constructed so that each can be opened and closed by a zipper (a double zipper). (Hereinafter, this abdominal pocket will be referred to as the second pocket).

[0027] The buoyancy vest 1 of the present invention is provided with, in addition to the above-mentioned conventional pockets, a water fall detector receiving portion 20 capable of receiving a water fall detector for detecting water fall; and a portable terminal receiving portion 30 capable of receiving a portable terminal for receiving a water fall signal from the water fall detector.

[0028] like Figure 3 As shown, the water detector 50 is configured to transmit a water drop signal when it detects water. For example, it includes a water detection unit (electrode) 51 that is energized when immersed in water. When the electrode 51 is immersed in water, the water drop signal is transmitted to the portable terminal 60. Alternatively, the portable terminal 60 can be a conventional smartphone that has a dedicated application pre-downloaded. Upon receiving the water drop signal from the water detector 50, the portable terminal 60 can transmit a water drop or distress signal to the outside world. This water drop or distress signal can be transmitted to a pre-registered third-party terminal, for example, and may include, in addition to the distress signal notifying the user of the water drop, location information, time of the water drop, and other information.

[0029] Alternatively, a hook such as a locking ring 55 may be provided on the water fall detector 50 so as to be hung on the buoyancy vest 1. Furthermore, the portable terminal 60 may be directly accommodated in the portable terminal accommodating portion 30. However, in order to further improve the sealing performance, the portable terminal 60 may be placed in a sealing bag 70 or the like and accommodated in the portable terminal accommodating portion 30.

[0030] Next, the configuration of the water fall detector housing portion 20 and the mobile terminal housing portion 30 provided in the buoyancy vest 1 will be described.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, the water detector housing 20 of this embodiment is provided at the lower longitudinal position of the buoyancy vest 1 (at a position lower than the wearer's chest when the wearer wears it), and is preferably provided on the inner side of the front body (right front body 3B) in a pocket structure so as not to be exposed to the outside. Figure 4 As shown, a mesh portion 21 that can be submerged in water is provided so that it can be immersed in water immediately when falling into the water. In this way, by arranging the water detector storage portion 20 to the inner side of the front body, the mesh portion will not be exposed, and it is possible to prevent the fishing gear such as the hook from being caught during fishing operation.

[0032] In this embodiment, if Figure 4 As shown, the water detector housing 20 has a pocket structure surrounded by a mesh portion 21 and includes a flap 25 with a Velcro 24 to close the opening when housing the water detector 50. Furthermore, a belt 27, which serves as a connecting member, is sewn near the water detector housing 20 and is configured so that a hook 27a provided at its top end can be secured to the locking ring 55 of the water detector 50.

[0033] Furthermore, it is preferable to provide the water fall detector storage portion 20 in advance between the first pocket (breast pocket 12B) and the second pocket (abdomen pocket 14B) described above.

[0034] By providing the water-fall detector housing 20 at this position, expansion in the front-rear direction can be prevented, and fishing operability can be improved.

[0035] Since the water detector housing 20 is located at the lower longitudinal position of the buoyancy vest 1, i.e., lower than the wearer's chest, and is composed of a submersible mesh portion 21, water immediately enters when the wearer falls into the water, thereby immediately transmitting a detection signal to the portable terminal 60. Furthermore, since the water detector housing 20 and the first and second pockets are formed as separate components, fishing gear can be stored in the first and second pockets located on the outside, while the water detector 50 can be stored in the water detector housing 20 located on the inside. This prevents the water detector 50 from being dropped or the operating button of the water detector 50 from being accidentally pressed (misoperation) when removing fishing gear or other tools.

[0036] Furthermore, by connecting the water detector 50 with the connecting member provided near the water detector housing 20 , the water detector 50 does not fall off or separate from the buoyancy vest 1 , and thus stable communication with the portable terminal 60 is possible.

[0037] The portable terminal storage section 30 is composed of a pocket structure that is waterproofed all around and is located in the upper longitudinal center of the buoyancy vest 1, i.e., at a position higher than the wearer's chest (lungs). The waterproofing is, for example, performed by waterproofing the zipper 31 that opens and closes the pocket, or by using a moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric such as neoprene or a composite material of nylon and neoprene on the storage section (pocket section) 33, or by sealing the seams to prevent water from entering the interior. In addition, as Figure 3 As shown, by putting the portable terminal 60 into the sealing bag 70 and accommodating it in the portable terminal accommodating portion 30 , the waterproof property can be more reliably improved.

[0038] As described above, the portable terminal storage section 30 is located in the upper longitudinal center of the buoyancy vest 1, i.e., higher than the wearer's chest. If the wearer falls into the water, the buoyancy of the buoyancy vest 1 will lift the wearer's chest and body above the water surface. Therefore, the portable terminal storage section 30 is almost immune to water damage. Even if it does get wet, the portable terminal 60 is waterproof all around, so it will not malfunction due to water damage, and can reliably transmit a drowning or distress signal to the outside world.

[0039] In addition, if Figure 1 As shown, the portable terminal storage section 30 of this embodiment is provided on the inner side of the front body 3, but it can also be provided on the outer side. That is, since the portable terminal storage section 30 is effectively waterproofed as described above, it can also be provided on the outer side of the front body 3 so that the portable terminal 60 can be easily taken out and operated.

[0040] Figure 5 These are diagrams showing a state where a wearer P wearing the aforementioned buoyancy vest 1 falls into water (views from the side and from above).

[0041] When the wearer P falls into the water and becomes immobile, the buoyancy of the buoyancy vest 1 causes the upper body to float (with the chest and above above the water surface) while the lower body to sink. As described above, since the water detector 50 is housed in the water detector housing 20 located at the lower longitudinal position of the buoyancy vest 1, i.e., below the chest of the wearer P, and the detector housing 20 includes a submersible mesh portion 21, water immersion can be reliably and quickly detected, and a water fall signal can be immediately transmitted to the portable terminal 60.

[0042] In addition, since the portable terminal storage portion 30 is waterproofed around the entire circumference and is located in the upper longitudinal center of the buoyancy vest 1, that is, at a position higher than the wearer's chest, even if the wearer P falls into the water, the portable terminal 60 will not be stained by water or submerged in water, so that a falling-into-water and distress signal can be sent to the outside immediately and stably.

[0043] Although the embodiment of the buoyancy vest according to the present invention has been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications are possible.

[0044] For example, there is no particular restriction on the overall structure, design, and various functional components of the buoyancy vest. In addition, the thickness or length of the belt provided can be appropriately deformed, and various components such as belts or D-rings for attaching other items can also be installed.

[0045] In addition, each housing portion is preferably a pocket structure as in the present embodiment, but in order to prevent the water detector from falling, the water detector housing portion may also be a structure that is hooked with a hook, etc. In other words, each housing portion only needs to be able to accommodate (hold) each device and prevent it from falling.

Claims

1. A buoyancy vest comprising: a water-fall detector receiving portion capable of receiving a water-fall detector for detecting water-fall; and a portable terminal receiving portion capable of receiving a portable terminal for receiving a water-fall signal from the water-fall detector, characterized in that: The water detector receiving portion has a water-immersible mesh portion and is arranged at the lower longitudinal position of the buoyancy vest. The portable terminal storage portion is waterproofed around its entire circumference and is provided at an upper longitudinal center position of the buoyancy vest.

2. The buoyancy vest according to claim 1, characterized in that The water detector housing is arranged on the inner side of the front body. The portable terminal storage portion is provided on the outer side of the front body.

3. The buoyancy vest according to claim 2, characterized in that The buoyancy vest has a first pocket provided at an upper position on the outer side of the front body and a second pocket provided at a lower position on the outer side of the front body. The water fall detector housing is provided between the first pocket and the second pocket.

4. The buoyancy vest according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The water drop detector housing has a connecting member that can be connected to the water drop detector.

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