Disaster-mitigation rucksack

Abstract

To provide a disaster-mitigation rucksack which can contain a sufficient amount of daily necessities to be brought at the time of disaster and which can carry life water at the time of water distribution, the rucksack allowing a user to carry a large amount of necessities stably by supporting at a gravity center without causing excessive load on a shoulder or back, allowing a user to use both hands which helps them to support when falling, and preventing damage on the contained daily necessities and any water leakage accidents.SOLUTION: A disaster-mitigation rucksack Z includes: a foldable liquid storing body 1 provided at a lower part inside the rucksack W body; and a normal storing body 3 provided above the liquid storing body 1. The normal storing body 3 can be separated and removed from the rucksack body.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a disaster prevention backpack used by disaster victims to carry drinking water and the like from a water supply location to an evacuation center or their home in the event of a disaster such as a major earthquake, typhoon, major fire, or flood. [Background technology]

[0002] When a disaster such as a major earthquake occurs, it is conceivable that lifelines will be damaged and supplies will be disrupted. In such cases, drinking water and other water for daily use will be the most important necessity for disaster victims waiting at evacuation centers or at home. However, even if containers for receiving water for daily use from water trucks or other sources are prepared for sudden disasters, buckets and water bags are bulky and take up space when stored, making them extremely inconvenient to carry in an emergency. Furthermore, carrying large amounts of water for daily use using such buckets and water bags requires at least one arm. As a result, they are unsuitable for use in disasters where both arms are restricted and various hazardous materials are scattered, making them prone to accidents such as falls. Based on such empirical situations, for example, a "bag" has been disclosed, as described in Utility Model Registration No. 3033447.

[0003] The "bag" can be carried on the back like a backpack, allowing both arms to be used freely, making it extremely convenient. However, if it is made of thin, fragile materials to avoid bulkiness when carried out in an emergency, it can easily break, resulting in accidents such as water leaks. Furthermore, if a strong material or structure is used, it will be difficult to fold and will be bulky, occupying the internal space of an emergency bag prepared for emergencies such as a major earthquake, leaving extremely little space for packing daily necessities. Taking such cases into consideration, for example, Japanese Patent Laid-Open Publication No. 10-179253 discloses a disaster backpack. This backpack has a liquid storage bag inside, which can be used to store drinking water or other water for daily use instead of a bucket when needed, and can be used in a backpack style for great convenience. Prior Patent Literature Patent Literature

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Utility Model Registration No. 3033447 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 10-179253 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The disaster backpack features a compactly folded liquid storage bag inside, allowing it to be fully packed with daily necessities when carried out, and the liquid storage bag, protected by the sturdy backpack body, can be used to secure water for daily use. However, when using the liquid storage bag, the daily necessities packed inside are packed in a disorderly manner, resulting in poor weight balance and distortion of the body when carrying the backpack. This puts extra strain on the shoulders and waist after walking for a while, making the backpack more tiring than necessary. Furthermore, the daily necessities packed in a disorderly manner may be damaged by the water inside the liquid storage bag, or conversely, the pressure of the daily necessities may cause the liquid storage bag to break, resulting in accidents such as water leaks.

[0006] In view of the above problems, the present invention aims to provide a disaster prevention backpack that can carry a sufficient amount of daily necessities in the event of a disaster, that can be carried with a stable center of gravity even when carrying a large amount of water for daily use, that does not cause excessive strain on the shoulders or waist, that allows both hands to be used so that it is easy to deal with falls, that does not damage the daily necessities packed in the backpack, and that does not cause accidents such as water leaks. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the disaster prevention backpack of the present invention comprises a foldable liquid storage body located at the bottom inside the backpack body and a general storage body located above the liquid storage body, and is characterized in that the general storage body can be separated and removed from the backpack body.

[0008] There are no particular restrictions on the shape or materials of the disaster preparedness backpack body, the general storage body placed inside it, the liquid storage body, etc., and well-known canvas, cloth, synthetic plastic resin, various laminate sheets, nonwoven fabric, etc. can be suitably used.

[0009] Furthermore, the liquid container needs to be folded efficiently and compactly to maximize the capacity of the general container when carried out in an emergency. A shape that can be expanded to fill the entire backpack body is ideally used so that as much water as possible can be stored during use. A folding shape that expands vertically like a bellows is ideal, but is not limited to this. Essentially, any folding shape is acceptable as long as it can be folded efficiently and stored compactly, similar to a bellows shape.

[0010] In the case of the bellows-shaped design, there is no limit to the number of bellows. When the required amount of water for daily use is poured into the liquid container, the capacity can be adjusted by raising the container to a height that leaves no empty space above it. This effectively controls the instability of the center of gravity caused by the lateral and vertical swaying of the water for daily use inside the liquid container when carrying the backpack on one's back, preventing the backpack from losing balance. This stabilizes the center of gravity when walking, reducing the strain on the shoulders and lower back, and making it easy to carry large amounts of water for daily use even when walking long distances over many obstacles.

[0011] Also, this is true for cases other than the accordion-like folding type, but if an opening for injecting and discharging domestic water is provided on the top of the liquid container, it is desirable to have a structure in which the cap or the like for said opening protrudes and is recessed so as not to hit the bottom of the general container placed on top of the liquid container. This will prevent unnecessary space from being created at the contact surface between the liquid container and the general container, which will cause the disaster preparedness backpack to lose its balance. Conversely, a recess may be formed in the bottom of the general container, and the cap or the like for said opening may be fitted into this recess.

[0012] The balance is a very important point for the disaster preparedness backpack of the present invention. Therefore, it is preferable that the main body of the disaster preparedness backpack, the liquid container placed inside, and the general container be connected and integrated as desired. This can be easily achieved by using, for example, Velcro or similar means. It is also acceptable to make the liquid container non-removable if balance is prioritized. This increases the overall balance stability of the disaster preparedness backpack and prevents the liquid container from being lost. Furthermore, the removable general container can be stored and used in the appropriate location.

[0013] Furthermore, convenience can be further enhanced by providing a simple liquid outlet such as a faucet on the liquid container. In this case, if the faucet is exposed at the bottom of the disaster preparedness backpack, it will be possible to pour water directly into the container. Furthermore, if the faucet is designed to be removable from the liquid container, it will be easy to clean the liquid container.

[0014] Normally, at evacuation shelters or at home, the liquid container is used together with the disaster preparedness backpack, and the general container is removed and used separately in the appropriate location. However, there may be times when it is necessary to transport both water for daily use and daily necessities at the same time. In such cases, if the general container can be attached to the outside of the disaster preparedness backpack (top, bottom, side, etc.), it will be possible to transport both water for daily use and daily necessities together.

[0015] Furthermore, a partition plate may be provided at the boundary between the general container and the liquid container placed inside the main body of the emergency preparedness backpack to balance the contact surface between the two. The partition plate may then be placed on the side of the main body of the emergency preparedness backpack that comes into contact with the back of the body. This provides elasticity and cushioning to the back of the body, allowing the emergency preparedness backpack to be carried like a backpack, even if it is filled with water for daily use.

[0016] Furthermore, it would be even more convenient if the emergency backpack was equipped with casters or an extendable handle so that it could be dragged around like a carry-on case on flat ground. For example, by extending the extendable handle to any length, the general container could be placed on top of the liquid container with the container sticking out from the emergency backpack, allowing for balanced transport just like a backpack. [Effects of the Invention]

[0017] The emergency backpack of the present invention allows the liquid storage compartment to be efficiently folded and stored in the general storage compartment in the event of a disaster, allowing essential books to be carried in the general storage compartment.The general storage compartment can then be removed and used in an appropriate location at an evacuation shelter or at home. In addition, a large amount of water for daily use supplied from a water truck can be packed into the expanded liquid container to the maximum extent, and the stable center of gravity allows it to be carried without putting a strain on the body and with both hands free to use. Furthermore, the spaces for the general storage section and the liquid storage section are clearly separated, so that daily necessities will not be damaged and accidents such as water leakage will not occur. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0018] [Figure 1] 1 is a partially cutaway perspective view showing the structure of a disaster prevention backpack Z of the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is an example of a liquid container 1 placed at the bottom inside the backpack body W of a disaster prevention backpack Z, and is a perspective view showing the accordion-shaped liquid container 1 in a folded state before use. [Figure 3] 1 is a front view and a partial cross-sectional view showing a state of the liquid container 1 that has been extended from a folded state to a desired height in order to fill it with water for daily use. [Figure 4] 1A to 1C are cross-sectional views showing different forms of the liquid container 1. FIG. [Figure 5] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a general storage body 3. [Figure 6] 10 is a partially enlarged side view showing the state in which the faucet 4 is provided on the side of the backpack body W. FIG. [Figure 7] (A) is an internal side view showing the partition plate 5 in use, and (B) and (C) are side views showing the order in which the partition plate 5 is deployed in chronological order to create a backpack state when the general storage body 3 is removed and the liquid storage body 1 is extended to utilize the entire interior of the backpack body W. [Figure 8] This is a side view showing the state in which the removed general storage body 3 is placed on the top, side, or bottom of the backpack body W. [Figure 9] This is a side view of a disaster prevention backpack Z with casters 7 and handles 6 attached to the backpack body W so that it can be used as a carry case, and a disaster prevention backpack Z with a general storage body 3 placed on top and secured with the handles 6 so that it can be used as a backpack. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0019] The present invention will now be described in an easy-to-understand manner with reference to the drawings. As shown in Figure 1, the interior of the disaster preparedness backpack Z of the present invention is divided into a liquid storage body 1 and a general storage body 3. The liquid storage body 1 is located at the bottom inside the backpack body W, and the general storage body 3 is located above it. The top of the backpack body W can be opened and closed freely, for example, by a zipper.

[0020] As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the liquid container 1 is a bellows-shaped container made of, for example, synthetic plastic resin, which is expandable in both the vertical and horizontal directions, and when stored in the lower part of the backpack body W, it is folded compactly as shown in Figure 2. A spout for pouring and draining water is provided on the top surface, and is sealed with a cap 2. When using the liquid container 1, it can be expanded in the vertical direction as shown in Figure 3 to increase its volume. There are no particular restrictions on the material of the liquid container 1. It is sufficient if the material is not prone to leaking, and is also sufficient to withstand fatigue caused by repeated folding and contraction in various ways.

[0021] As will be described later, the liquid container 1 is placed at the bottom inside the rucksack body W. The general container 3 is placed above it and comes into contact with the bottom surface of the general container 3. For this reason, it is best if the pouring spout and cap 2 are arranged to be as balanced as possible on the contacting surfaces (preferably with flat surfaces in contact) and do not protrude and push up against the bottom surface of the general container 3.

[0022] Furthermore, to avoid unbalanced contact between the water inlet and the protruding cap 2, it is also possible to recess a portion of the bottom surface of the general storage body 3 so that the cap 2 fits into this recess. In any case, the interior of the rucksack body W is sufficiently fixed and stable, which further reduces the strain on the body when walking.

[0023] The shape of the liquid container 1 is not limited to a bellows shape, and a shape that occupies a small volume when folded and is as large as possible when expanded is selected. There is also no limit to the number of bellows sections in the bellows shape, and a small number of sections, such as that shown in Figure 4, is acceptable. At the same time, it is even better if the design is such that the cap 2 of the water inlet is buried and does not interfere with the bottom surface of the general container 3 placed above.

[0024] The general storage body 3 placed inside the disaster preparedness backpack Z of the present invention can be suitably one that has a zipper or other opening and closing design at the top and a handle for easy access, as shown in Figure 5. This allows the contents to be easily removed and moved to an appropriate location for use in an evacuation shelter or at home. The interior of the general storage body 3 may be further divided by partitions or the like, and multiple trays or the like may be stacked on top of each other.

[0025] There are no restrictions on the materials used for the backpack body W and the general storage body 3, and materials that are relatively strong and rigid enough to maintain their shape, such as plastic resins, various laminated sheets, and nonwoven fabrics, can be used. Fire-resistant materials and materials laminated with aluminum vapor deposition or aluminum film can also be used, as these provide even greater safety.

[0026] To increase the efficiency of discharging water after filling the liquid storage body 1, a drain faucet 4 may be provided at the bottom of the backpack body W, as shown in Figure 6. This makes it possible to easily pour water into a cup or other container without having to lift or tilt the heavy disaster preparedness backpack Z after filling it with water. The faucet 4 can be made removable for even greater ease of use.

[0027] A partition plate 5 may be provided at the boundary between the general storage body 3 and the liquid storage body 1, as shown in Figure 7(A). This ensures that the bottom of the general storage body 3 is supported on a flat surface, providing stability. The partition plate 5 can be made foldable, and when removing the general storage body 3 and using the liquid storage body 1, it can be raised and secured to the side of the backpack body W that comes into contact with the user's back, as shown in Figures 7(B) and (C). This allows the user to carry a large volume of water for daily use on their back, as if carrying a backpack, further reducing the strain on the user's body during transport. The partition plate 5 is preferably made of a material or structure that is elastic to provide a backpack-like feel, as well as cushioning to distribute pressure at the contact points.

[0028] The removed general storage container 3 can be stored in an appropriate location and used, but in some cases it may be necessary to carry both water for daily use and general supplies at the same time. In such cases, it is preferable to attach it to the side of the backpack W or to any surface that can easily balance the top and bottom, as shown in Figure 8. The attachment must be secure and stable, but Velcro is generally acceptable as an easy method. Furthermore, it is preferable to secure the backpack body W, general storage container 3, and liquid storage container 1, which make up the disaster preparedness backpack Z of the present invention, as a whole. In this case, a fastener such as Velcro is preferably used.

[0029] On flat ground where there is no need to carry a heavy backpack, if casters 7 and an extendable handle 6 are provided as shown in Figure 9, the handle 6 can be extended and used like a carry case. Also, by extending the handle, the general storage unit 3 can be placed so that it protrudes from the top of the backpack body W, allowing it to be carried like a backpack, as mentioned above. Furthermore, if a waist belt is provided, it can be fitted to the body for even more convenience. [Explanation of symbols]

[0030] Z Disaster Preparedness Backpack W Backpack body 1 Liquid container 2 Caps 3 General storage 4. Faucet 5 Bulkhead plate 6 Handle 7 Caster

Claims

1. This disaster prevention backpack is characterized in that it comprises a foldable liquid storage body arranged in the lower part inside the backpack body and a general storage body arranged above the liquid storage body, and the general storage body can be separated and removed from the backpack body.

2. 2. The disaster prevention backpack according to claim 1, wherein the liquid container is folded so as to be expandable in the vertical direction.

3. 3. The disaster prevention backpack according to claim 1, wherein a liquid outlet is provided at the bottom of the backpack body.

4. 4. The disaster prevention backpack according to claim 1, wherein the general storage body and the liquid storage body, or the general storage body and / or the liquid storage body, are connectable to the backpack body.

5. 5. A disaster prevention backpack according to claim 1, wherein a partition wall provided inside the backpack body to separate the general storage body from the liquid storage body can be fixed to the back of the backpack body.

6. 6. The disaster prevention backpack according to claim 1, wherein the backpack body has a carrying function.

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