COMB AND USE OF IT

Abstract

The invention relates to a comb and its use. The comb (1) is designed to accommodate at least one finger, wherein when the at least one finger is accommodated, the at least one finger is at least partially encompassed in the circumferential direction (v). The comb proposed here, and its use, provide solutions that enable an improved comb and improved use of the comb.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a comb and its use. background

[0002] Combs, especially hair combs, are widely known. They typically consist of a comb-like back and numerous teeth attached to it, which are pulled through the hair using a combing or brushing motion. People who use combs can generally be divided into two categories. Firstly, combs are sold in large quantities for private use. Secondly, combs are used in large numbers in professional settings, particularly by hairdressers, stylists, and similar professionals.

[0003] A comb, whether for personal use or by a hairdresser, must first and foremost be functional and user-friendly. It should fit comfortably in the hand and be easy to use, even for those with little hair care experience. Users should be able to comb their hair efficiently and without discomfort. For hairdressers, the precision of the comb is paramount. They require combs that allow for precise combing and styling. Furthermore, hairdressers and stylists often hold a comb for extended periods, which can lead to fatigue in the hand. Prolonged use can also cause increased perspiration in the hand, which in turn can make it difficult to grip the comb properly and maintain the desired results.

[0004] These requirements are often not met at all, and if they are, it is often by means of a grooved surface on the back of the comb. However, this still has the disadvantage that prolonged use of the comb can lead to fatigue in the hand holding the comb or in the fingers of that hand.

[0005] Based on this, the present invention aims to provide a comb and its use, thereby ensuring improved comb guidance.

[0006] This problem is solved by the comb according to claim 1 and claim 13. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are specified in dependent claims 2 to 12.

[0007] The features of the claims can be combined in any technically meaningful way, taking into account the explanations from the following description as well as features from the figures, which include supplementary embodiments of the invention. Description

[0008] The invention relates to a comb (1) wherein the comb (1) is configured and designed to receive at least one finger, wherein, upon receiving the at least one finger, the at least one finger is at least partially encompassed in the circumferential direction (v). This results in more stable handling of the comb, particularly when the hands and the associated at least one finger are wet or slippery.

[0009] In some embodiments, the comb is selected from the group consisting of: hair comb, styling comb, tail comb, strand comb, curl comb, wide-tooth comb, fine-tooth comb, beard comb, thinning comb, barber's comb, wooden-tooth comb, rat-tooth comb, detangling comb, quiff comb, paddle brush, ceramic comb and / or heat-resistant comb.

[0010] In some embodiments, the comb comprises at least one tine, wherein the at least one tine is arranged on the comb's spine. In some embodiments, the comb comprises a plurality of tines. In some embodiments, the plurality of tines is arranged substantially along the entire longitudinal direction of the comb's spine and extends substantially in a plane in a transverse direction of the comb. In some embodiments, the plurality of tines is arranged in a section of the longitudinal direction of the comb's spine. In these embodiments, tines may, for example, extend to half of the spine, leaving no tines on the other half of the spine, as in a handle comb or a styling comb. The half of the spine without tines essentially forms the comb's handle.

[0011] In one embodiment, the comb comprises a finger-receiving device attachable to the comb, wherein the finger-receiving device is configured and designed to receive the at least one finger and wherein the finger-receiving device (10) is attached to the comb (1).

[0012] Conventional combs can often be difficult to hold and control, especially when the user's hands are wet or slippery, or if the user has certain physical limitations. The finger grip device can be attached to the comb or is already integrated and is designed to hold at least one of the user's fingers, at least partially. This allows the user to grip the comb more securely and control it more precisely, making combing and styling hair easier.

[0013] In one embodiment, the comb includes more than one finger-holding device that can be attached to the comb. These finger-holding devices can be exchanged according to the user's wishes and preferences. A finger-holding device capable of holding multiple fingers is also conceivable.

[0014] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device is positioned at least along one of the following directions of the comb (1): a longitudinal direction (x), a transverse direction (y), or a circumferential direction (u), at least at a first and a second position, in particular wherein the finger-receiving device is displaceable along said at least one direction from the at least one first position to the second position, and in particular wherein the at least one direction is preferably the longitudinal direction of the comb. This has the advantage that, depending on a user's preferences, the position of the finger-receiving device, and thus also of the at least one finger of the comb-handling hand, can be positioned on the comb to ensure optimal use of the comb.

[0015] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device is rotatable around its own axis.

[0016] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device is designed to be positioned continuously and / or at predefined intervals along at least one direction (x, y, v) on the comb. This provides an additional level of flexibility and personalization for the user, further enhancing the comb's handling and ease of use. The continuous or predefined-interval positioning of the finger-receiving device allows the user to adjust its position to best suit their specific needs and preferences. This can be particularly useful when the comb is used by multiple people with different hand sizes or grip preferences, or when the user employs various combing or styling techniques that require different grips.The ability to change the position of the finger-receiving device along said directions can also help to reduce the strain and fatigue of the user's hand and wrist by allowing a more natural and comfortable hand position.

[0017] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device can be positioned at predefined intervals at at least a first position and a second position. This can enable precise, reproducible adjustment of the device's position, which can be particularly useful in professional environments where consistency and accuracy are important.

[0018] Providing a continuously and / or at predefined intervals adjustable finger-holding device in a comb thus improves the flexibility and adaptability of the comb and offers an improved user experience for a wide range of users and applications.

[0019] If a finger-holding device is to be positioned longitudinally along the ridge from a first position to a second position, for example, thickenings of the ridge back that extend circumferentially outwards along the longitudinal direction can define predefined distances and thus positions in which the finger-holding device can be repositioned.

[0020] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device is configured and designed to partially encompass at least one finger in the circumferential direction (v). In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device is configured and designed to completely encompass at least one finger in the circumferential direction (v). In certain embodiments, the at least one finger is partially encompassed in the circumferential direction by the finger-receiving device and partially encompassed in the circumferential direction by the comb. In certain embodiments, the at least one finger is completely encompassed in the circumferential direction by the finger-receiving device.

[0021] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device is arranged with one end on a tine and with another end on another part of the comb that is not a tine.

[0022] In the embodiment where at least one finger is partially encompassed circumferentially by the finger-receiving device and partially circumferentially by the comb, the finger-receiving device can, for example, be arranged at one end on a comb handle and at another end on a tine. This is particularly useful for handle or styling combs where the tines are only partially located on the comb's spine and a dedicated comb handle is present. When using the comb, for example, a user's index finger can then be partially encompassed circumferentially by the finger-receiving device, with the comb also contributing to greater stability during use. It is also conceivable that the finger-receiving device could partially encompass the index and middle fingers, or even other fingers of the same hand, circumferentially.

[0023] These designs allow for more stable and secure handling of the comb, even when the user's hands are wet or slippery, or when the user has limited grip strength. Alternatively, the ability to fully encircle at least one finger within the finger grip provides increased control and precision when combing and styling hair. This is particularly useful for detailed and precise hairstyling tasks that require fine control of the comb. By encircling at least one finger, the user is also able to hold the comb more comfortably, as the pressure is distributed evenly around the finger. This can reduce strain and fatigue in the hand and wrist holding the comb, especially during extended use.This design thus represents an improvement in the use, handling, and control of combs, offering both individuals and professional hairdressers a more effective and user-friendly option. It enhances the efficiency and accuracy of combing and styling hair and contributes to an improved user experience.

[0024] In certain embodiments, the finger-receiving device comprises a ring, wherein the ring is configured to receive at least one finger.

[0025] In certain embodiments, the ring is further designed to be attached to the comb and repositioned longitudinally, transversely, circumferentially, and / or around its own axis. The use of a ring with a finger-holding device offers several advantages. Firstly, it allows the user to grip the comb securely and firmly. A ring also provides a comfortable and natural way to hold the comb, reducing strain and fatigue on the user's hand and wrist. The ring can be sized and designed to fit comfortably around at least one of the user's fingers, ensuring a high level of comfort and ease of use.

[0026] In certain embodiments, the comb is designed to accommodate a maximum of five fingers, in particular a maximum of four fingers, further in particular a maximum of three fingers, even further in particular a maximum of two fingers, and especially in particular exactly one finger.

[0027] The ring of the finger-holding device can be dimensioned to accommodate a maximum of five fingers, in particular four fingers, in particular three fingers, in particular two fingers, and in particular one finger. For example, the ring can essentially have the shape of a knuckle duster. The ability to hold up to five fingers can improve stability and control when holding the comb, especially during more extensive and complex hairstyling tasks. Furthermore, it can allow for a more natural and comfortable grip position and reduce user fatigue and strain. The four-, three-, or two-finger setting allows for more flexible handling of the comb, depending on the specific needs and preferences of the user. For example, a user who requires more precise control for more detailed styling tasks might prefer to hold the comb with fewer fingers.The design, which is specifically intended to accommodate a finger, offers, for example, maximum precision and control when handling the comb. It can be particularly useful for detailed styling tasks or for users with limited hand or finger dexterity.

[0028] In certain embodiments, the ring of the finger-receiving device is designed to accommodate exactly one finger. In this embodiment, the ring can essentially have the shape of a conventional ring, such as those known from jewelry or wedding rings.

[0029] In certain embodiments, the finger receptacle comprises or consists of a metal, a metal alloy, a plastic, a plastic compound, a rubber, a rubber compound, and / or a composite material. These materials offer a variety of advantages, including durability, flexibility, and comfort. Metals and metal alloys are known for their strength and durability, which can help extend the lifespan of the finger receptacle and ensure its performance even under intensive use. They can also provide an attractive appearance and a higher-quality finish. Plastics and plastic compounds offer advantages in terms of flexibility and weight. They can be shaped to comfortably fit around the user's finger, and they are typically lightweight, which facilitates handling of the comb and reduces strain and fatigue for the user.They are also resistant to water and other liquids, making them a good choice for use in damp environments, such as bathrooms. Composite materials can combine the advantages of metals and plastics while minimizing their disadvantages. They can be designed to combine the strength and durability of metals with the lightness and flexibility of plastics, resulting in a finger grip that is both robust and user-friendly.

[0030] In one embodiment, said fingers are assigned to the same hand.

[0031] Thus, when using the comb according to the above-mentioned embodiments, improved, more uniform and more stable comb guidance is enabled when combing, especially when combing hair, and furthermore especially when combing human hair. Character description

[0032] The invention described above is explained in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which show preferred embodiments. The invention is in no way limited by the purely schematic drawings, and it should be noted that the embodiments shown in the drawings are not limited to the dimensions depicted. It is illustrated in Fig. 1 a comb in a first embodiment. Fig. 2 a comb in a second embodiment. Fig. 3 a comb in a third embodiment. Fig. 4 a comb in a fourth embodiment. Fig. 5 a comb in a fifth embodiment.

[0033] Fig. Figure 1 shows a comb 1 with teeth 4 arranged at two different distances from each other along a longitudinal direction x of the comb 1 on the comb's back 2, and extending essentially in a plane in the transverse direction y of the comb 1 away from the comb's back 2. In this embodiment, a finger-receiving device 10 is arranged on the comb 1, which is configured to receive a finger. For receiving the finger, the finger-receiving device 10 in this embodiment includes a ring 11. This ring 11 can be designed similarly to a conventional ring such as those known from jewelry or wedding rings. Furthermore, the finger-receiving device 10 here includes a connecting device 15 that connects the ring 11 and the comb 1, so that the finger-receiving device 10 is arranged on the comb 1.It is possible that the connecting device 15 can also be detached from the comb 1 or ring 11, allowing the comb 1 and the finger-receiving device 10 to be separated. In the example shown here, the finger-receiving device 10 is attached to the comb 1 in such a way that at least the ring 11 can rotate about its own axis 14. For example, the connecting device 15 can include a fixed-floating bearing into which a shaft attached to the ring 11 engages. Support bearings, floating bearings, and similar configurations are also conceivable. In general, any bearing that allows rotation about its own axis is conceivable. Furthermore, the finger-receiving device 10 is designed to be displaced in the longitudinal direction x of the comb 1. However, this does not mean that the finger-receiving device moves freely in a constant longitudinal direction.For example, force must be applied by a user to continuously move the finger-holding device along the longitudinal direction of the comb to reposition the comb.

[0034] Fig. Figure 2 shows a further embodiment, in which the comb 1 is designed as a so-called handle comb. Essentially, a distinction can be made between two sections of the comb 1. A first section represents the comb 1 with its teeth 4. Unlike in Fig. The tines are spaced at a substantially constant distance from each other. A further second section of the comb 1, connected to the first section, shows the comb handle 5 with the finger-receiving device 10 attached to it. Here, the finger-receiving device 10 can be moved at predefined intervals in the longitudinal direction x of the comb 1. At least one thickening 6, which extends outwards in the circumferential direction u of the comb 1, limits or defines the positions at which the finger-receiving device 10 can be repositioned. Similar to in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the ring 11 of the finger-receiving device 10 can rotate about its own axis 14. Unlike in Fig. Here, it is also possible for the finger-receiving device to be rotated about an axis 16 formed by the comb handle 5 of the comb 1. The finger-receiving device 10 benefits from the fact that the connecting device 15 is designed as another ring that fits tightly around the comb handle and is therefore not integrally connected to it. Furthermore, the possible distance between ring 11 and comb handle can be increased in the transverse direction y by means of a corresponding connecting device 15. For example, a finger can be held in ring 11, thereby improving the stability and precision of the comb guidance. Moreover, the various adjustment options of the finger-receiving device 10 allow for the satisfaction of a user's preferred comb-holding position.

[0035] In Fig. Figure 3 shows a third embodiment of the invention. This is similar to the embodiment shown in Figure 3. Fig. Figure 2 shows a finger-holding device 10. Unlike the embodiments described above, the finger-holding device 10 here does not comprise a ring but is arranged at one end 12 on a prong 4 of the comb 1 and at another end 13 on the comb handle. This results in a finger being encompassed in its circumferential direction v by both the comb 1 and the finger-holding device. It is also conceivable that several fingers could fit into an opening formed by the comb 1 and the finger-holding device 10, thus allowing multiple fingers to be held. Unlike before, rotation of at least part of the finger-holding device is not possible here. Likewise, the entire finger-holding device cannot be displaced in the longitudinal direction x of the comb 1.However, it is conceivable that the other end 13 of the finger-receiving device is positioned further back towards the comb-handle end in order to enlarge the opening, for example to accommodate several fingers.

[0036] Fig. 4 shows an extension of the embodiment from Fig. 2, wherein an additional finger-receiving device 10 is arranged on the comb's ridge 2 of the comb 1. The finger-receiving device 10 also includes a ring 11 that can be rotated about an axis 14. Furthermore, this finger-receiving device 10 is arranged with one end 12 at the beginning of the comb and with another end 13 around the end of the first section of the comb. According to the distance spanned by one end 12 and the other end 13, the ring 11 of the finger-receiving device 10 can be repositioned in the longitudinal direction x of the comb 1. In this embodiment, the repositioning can be carried out continuously.

[0037] Fig. 5 shows comb 1 from Fig. 1, where the finger-receiving device 10 is similar to that in Fig. Figure 4 shows that the comb is positioned at one end 12 at the beginning of the comb and at another end 13 at the end of the comb, the difference being that the distance between one end 12 and the other end 13 essentially encompasses the entire longitudinal direction x of the comb 1. Thus, repositioning can also occur continuously here.

[0038] Fig. Figure 6 shows an embodiment as in Fig. 2, wherein the connecting device 15 of the finger-receiving device 10 is designed here as a clip that can be attached to the comb back 2 or alternatively to the comb handle 5. The contact pressure of the clip is sufficient to firmly position the finger-receiving device 10 on the comb back 2. With sufficient force applied, the clip can be moved along the comb back 2 to allow continuous repositioning.

[0039] Fig.Figure 7 shows a further embodiment in which two finger receiving devices 10 are arranged on the comb 1, in particular the back of the comb 2, wherein the connecting device 15 of the respective finger receiving device 10 is designed as a clip and engages in a groove which here is provided on one side along the back of the comb 2.

[0040] The comb proposed here, and its use, provide solutions that enable an improved comb and improved use of the comb. Reference sign 1 comb 2 ridges 4 prongs 5 Comb handle 6 Thickening 10-finger recording device 11 Ring 12 End of the finger-receiving device 13 Other end of the finger-receiving device 14 Axis of the finger-receiving device 15 Connecting device 16 Axis of the comb handle 17 groove x longitudinal direction y transverse direction u Circumferential direction of the comb v Circumferential direction of at least one finger

Claims

[1] A comb (1), wherein the comb (1) is designed and constructed to receive at least one finger, wherein when receiving the at least one finger, the at least one finger is at least partially enclosed in the circumferential direction (v). [2] The comb (1) according to claim 1, comprising a finger receiving device (10), wherein the finger receiving device (10) is arranged and designed to receive the at least one finger and wherein the finger receiving device (10) is attached to the comb (1). [3] The comb (1) according to claim 2, wherein the finger receiving device (10) is arranged to move at least along one of the following directions of the comb (1): a longitudinal direction (x), a transverse direction (y), a circumferential direction (u) at at least a first position and a second position, in particular wherein the finger receiving device is displaceable along said at least one direction from the at least one first position to the second position, in particular wherein the at least one direction is preferably the longitudinal direction of the comb. [4] The comb (1) according to claim 3, wherein the finger receiving device (10) is adapted to be arranged on the comb continuously and / or at predefined intervals along said at least one direction (x,y,v,14). [5] The comb (1) according to claim 2, wherein the finger receiving device (10) is rotatable about its own axis (14). [6] The comb (1) according to claim 2, wherein the finger receiving device (10) is arranged and designed to encompass at least one finger in regions in the circumferential direction (v). [7] The comb (1) according to claim 2, wherein the finger receiving device is arranged with one end (12) on a prong (4) and with another end (13) on another part of the comb (1) which is not a prong. [8] The comb (1) according to claim 2, wherein the finger receiving device (10) is arranged and designed to completely encompass at least one finger in the circumferential direction (v). [9] The comb (1) according to any one of claims 2 to 8, wherein the finger receiving device (10) comprises a ring (11), the ring (11) being adapted to receive at least one finger. [10] The comb (1) according to claim 9, wherein the ring (11) is further adapted to be attached to the comb (1) and to be repositioned in the longitudinal direction (x), transverse direction (y), circumferential direction (u) and / or about its own axis (14).

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