Peltier cooling unit attachable liner and clothing equipped with the same

Abstract

To provide clothing which makes it possible to effectively utilize a cooling device according to a work environment or the like.SOLUTION: In clothing 100, a liner 10 is detachably attached to the clothing 100. The liner 10 has an attachment part 20 for attaching a Peltier cooling unit and does not have a fitting hole for attaching a blower. The clothing 100 has fitting holes 102A and 102B for attaching the blower to the clothing 100 and does not have a fitting hole for attaching a Peltier cooling unit.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1B

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to clothing to which a cooling device such as a Peltier cooling unit or a fan can be attached. [Background technology]

[0002] Fan-equipped clothing (also known as EF wear) has an opening for attaching a fan near the waist on the back of the garment or at the back sleeve position (see, for example, Patent Document 1). By attaching a fan to the opening and operating it, outside air is drawn into the garment and expelled through the collar and cuffs. This helps to prevent temperature increases inside the garment and the wearer from sweating or experiencing an increase in body temperature. A harness (safety belt) can also be attached to the fan-equipped clothing for use when working at heights (see Patent Document 2).

[0003] On the other hand, in clothing that can be fitted with a cooling device equipped with a Peltier element (hereinafter referred to as a Peltier cooling unit), a mounting hole is formed near the upper back surface of the clothing, and the Peltier cooling unit is attached so that the cooling surface comes into contact with the wearer's body or innerwear. The body is directly cooled by the Peltier effect, and heat released from the heat exhaust surface of the Peltier module is expelled to the outside by a fan (see Patent Documents 3, 4, and 5). [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-101354 [Patent Document 2] Patent Publication No. 2021-59798 [Patent Document 3] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2023-92711 [Patent Document 4] Utility Model Registration No. 3240865 [Patent Document 5] Patent No. 7396605 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] When working while wearing clothing that can be fitted with cooling devices such as Peltier cooling units or fans, the heat and heat that a worker actually feels varies greatly depending on the work environment. For example, the perceived temperature and body temperature rise will differ depending on whether the worker is working under the hot sun, working at high altitudes in a high-rise building, or working indoors, and will also change as the work progresses and weather conditions change.

[0006] In some cases where the fan alone is not enough to provide a cooling sensation, it may be necessary to work while wearing clothing combined with a Peltier cooling unit. On the other hand, in other cases, the fan alone can provide a cooling sensation that is sufficient, and the Peltier cooling unit, which is often installed on the back, can become an obstacle to work.

[0007] Therefore, there is a demand for clothing that allows the cooling device to be used effectively depending on the work environment, etc. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] The present invention addresses the trend towards removable liners for garments (garment bodies).

[0009] The liner of the present invention has a plurality of attachment parts for attachment to clothing and a mounting part for mounting a Peltier cooling unit, and is not provided with a fan mounting hole for mounting a fan. Also, the clothing of the present invention has a plurality of clothing-side attachment parts that connect to the mounting parts provided on the liner and a fan mounting hole for mounting a fan, and is not provided with a mounting part for mounting a Peltier cooling unit. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide clothing that allows effective use of a cooling device depending on the work environment, etc. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0011] [Figure 1A]FIG. 1 is a development view of the garment of the first embodiment, seen from the back body side. [Figure 1B] FIG. 1 is a development view of a liner according to a first embodiment, seen from the clothing side. [Figure 2A] FIG. 1 is a development view of the garment of the first embodiment as seen from the lining side. [Figure 2B] FIG. 2 is a development view of the liner of the first embodiment, seen from the body side. [Figure 3A] FIG. 10 is a development view of the back body of the garment according to the second embodiment. [Figure 3B] FIG. 10 is a development view of a liner according to a second embodiment, seen from the clothing side. [Figure 4A] FIG. 10 is a development view of the garment of the second embodiment as seen from the lining side. [Figure 4B] FIG. 10 is a development view of a liner according to a second embodiment, seen from the body side. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] Hereinafter, a liner according to this embodiment and a garment to which the liner is attached will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0013] Fig. 1A is a development view of the garment of the first embodiment, showing the back body, i.e., the garment as seen from the outside, and Fig. 1B is a development view of the liner attached to the garment, facing the garment side, i.e., as seen from the side opposite the body side (skin side).

[0014] On the other hand, FIG. 2A is a development view of the back side of the garment, that is, the side facing the body, and FIG. 2B is a development view of the liner as viewed from the side facing the body.

[0015] Garment 100 is a garment to which a blower such as an axial fan can be attached, and in this example is configured as a vest with armholes 105A and 105B. Garment 100 has a pair of mounting holes 120A and 120B for mounting a blower (not shown) that are symmetrically positioned with respect to a center line C of garment 100. Note that garment 100 may also be configured as a garment other than a vest, for example, a long-sleeved garment.

[0016] Garment 100 has a pair of pleats 115A and 115B provided at symmetrical positions across center line C. In addition, a mesh bag 118 that can be used as a pocket is provided on the back side of garment 100, aligned with the position of zipper 117.

[0017] Side pockets 112A, 112B (see FIG. 2A) provided on the back side of garment 100 can store a battery (not shown) and the like. The fan can be operated (rotated) by attaching a fan to a pair of mounting holes 120A, 120B and connecting a power cord (not shown) between the battery and the fan.

[0018] Liner 10 is a lining that can be removably attached to garment 100, and is provided with armholes 15A, 15B and a neck edge 12 to fit the shape of garment 100. Belt 29 is a belt that fastens liner 10 to the body. Pockets 28A, 28B provided on the body side (back side) of liner 10 store ice packs and the like.

[0019] The liner 10 has a hole (mounting part) 20 for mounting a Peltier cooling unit (not shown) formed in a reinforcing member 22 provided near the neck edge 12. The reinforcing member 22 has a wiring hole 25 formed therein for passing a wiring cord to the Peltier cooling unit. The Peltier cooling unit here is configured as a cylindrical unit, and the mounting part 20 is configured as a circular hole symmetrical with respect to a center line C. The diameter R is determined according to the size of the Peltier cooling unit.

[0020] The mounting means for the Peltier cooling unit can be configured to clamp the periphery of the mounting part 20 with a flange and tighten it, as shown in Patent Document 3, for example. It is also possible to apply the mounting means for a box-shaped Peltier cooling unit as shown in Patent Document 4. In this case, the mounting part 20 is formed as a rectangular hole. Furthermore, a mounting structure without a hole is also possible.

[0021] Regarding the power supply to the Peltier cooling unit, a battery capable of supplying power to both the fan and the Peltier cooling unit can be used, as shown in, for example, Cited Document 2. Alternatively, the Peltier cooling unit may be operated by providing a battery for the fan and a battery for the cooling Peltier unit, and connecting a power cord between the battery and the Peltier cooling unit.

[0022] The garment 100 is provided with a ventilation hole 110 at a location facing the attachment part 20. Here, a mesh fabric is provided. The ventilation hole 110 allows heat from the back side of the garment 100 to be discharged to the outside. For example, when a Peltier cooling unit equipped with a heat dissipation fan is attached to the attachment part 20, heat from the heat dissipation surface of the Peltier element is discharged to the outside of the garment 100 through the ventilation hole 110.

[0023] The liner 10 is provided with a plurality of attachment portions for attaching the liner 10 to the garment 100. Here, attachment portions (neck attachment portions) 30A and 30B are provided near the neck edge 12. Attachment portions 40A and 40B are provided between the armholes 15A and 15B and the outer edge 10E, aligned with the shoulders. Attachment portions 50A and 50B are provided aligned with the abdomen, and attachment portions 60A and 60B are provided aligned with the waist. Attachment portions 30A and 30B are symmetrically arranged with respect to center line C, and attachment portions 30A and 30B, attachment portions 50A and 50B, and attachment portions 60A and 60B are similarly symmetrically arranged.

[0024] Here, attachment portions 30A and 30B are configured as fasteners (also called tape snaps) in which hooks (snap buttons) are attached to tape-like fabric. Attachment portions 40A and 40B, attachment portions 50A and 50B, and attachment portions 60A and 60B have a similar configuration.

[0025] The multiple attachment parts (hereinafter referred to as garment-side attachment parts) provided on the garment 100 are similarly configured as fasteners in which hooks are attached to tape-like fabric. Some of these, garment-side attachment parts 130A and 130B, are positioned to face the attachment parts 30A and 30B of the liner 10. The attachment parts 30A and 30B of the liner 10 and the garment-side attachment parts 130A and 130B are configured so that a recess and a protrusion fit together. The attachment parts 40A and 40B and the garment-side attachment parts 140A and 140B, the attachment parts 50A and 50B and the garment-side attachment parts 150A and 150B, and the attachment parts 60A and 60B and the garment-side attachment parts 160A and 160B are also configured in a similar manner.

[0026] The distance B (see FIG. 1B) between the hooks of the attachment portions 30A, 30B on the liner 10 is shorter than the distance A (see FIG. 2A) between the hooks of the garment-side attachment portions 130A, 130B. Therefore, when the attachment portions 30A, 30B of the liner 10 are connected and fixed to the garment-side attachment portions 130A, 130B, a gap is created between the garment 100 and the liner 10 along the center line C. This gap serves as a flow path for creating a flow of air that is exhausted from around the neck while the blower is operating.

[0027] As described above, in the garment 100 of this embodiment, a Peltier cooling unit is attached to the liner 10, which is detachable from the garment 100, and a blower is attached to the garment 100. The liner 10 does not have an attachment hole for attaching the blower, and the garment 100 does not have an attachment hole for attaching the Peltier cooling unit.

[0028] In this way, by attaching the cooling devices, the blower and the Peltier cooling unit, separately to the garment (garment body) 100 and the liner 10, the garment 100 can be used in accordance with a variety of work environments.

[0029] For example, when working in extreme heat, a Peltier cooling unit and a fan are attached to the liner 10 attached to the garment 100, and both devices are operated. The Peltier cooling unit comes into direct contact with the inner layer, etc., and cooling by the fan is performed simultaneously, enhancing the cooling effect and providing a feeling of coolness.

[0030] On the other hand, when weather conditions or other factors do not require strong body cooling, the liner 10 can be removed and the worker can work wearing only the garment 100. The cooling effect of the fan can provide a sufficient cooling sensation. Alternatively, if a fan is an obstacle to the work environment, the worker can still feel cool by directly cooling the body with the Peltier cooling unit, even without attaching a fan to the garment.

[0031] Additionally, near the neck edge 12 of the liner 10, the short distances B and A create a gap along the center line C (C') between the garment 100 and the liner 10, forming a flow path. By adjusting the hook distance between the attachment portions 30A and 30B, air from the blower can be effectively discharged from the neck area.

[0032] Furthermore, the garment 100 is provided with a vent 110 at a location facing the attachment portion 20 of the liner 10, so that heat from the Peltier cooling unit can be effectively discharged to the outside.

[0033] Next, a garment according to a second embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 3A, 3B, 4A and 4B. The garment according to the second embodiment is provided with a spacer to accommodate a harness.

[0034] Fig. 3A is a development view of the garment of the second embodiment as seen from the outside, Fig. 3B is a development view of the liner of the second embodiment as seen from the garment side, Fig. 4A is a development view of the garment as seen from the body side, and Fig. 4B is a development view of the liner as seen from the body side.

[0035] As shown in Fig. 3B, the liner 10' has a plurality of spacers on the outer side (clothing side). Here, spacers 60A and 60B are attached between the attachment part 20 and the neck edge 12, at positions symmetrical with respect to the center line C. Spacers 60C, 60D, and 60E are attached closer to the waist than the attachment part 20. Spacers 60A and 60B and spacers 60C to 60E are arranged with the attachment part 20 sandwiched between them.

[0036] Here, the spacers 60A to 60E are formed of columnar elastic bodies (see FIG. 3B). The spacers 60A to 60E may be made of any material, such as urethane. Due to the provision of the spacers 60A and 60B, no attachment portion is provided between the attachment portion 20 and the neck edge 12 as in the first embodiment.

[0037] When a worker wears the garment 100' with the liner 10' attached to the garment 100', the spacers 60A-60B create a gap between the liner 10' and the garment 100'. Therefore, when the worker puts on a harness (safety belt) from the outside of the garment 100', even if the harness causes the garment 100' to fit closely to the body, a flow path is formed on the back side along the center line C, allowing air from the blower to be discharged around the neck.

[0038] The attachment portion may be configured with a fastener other than a hook, and may also be configured with a zipper or the like. [Explanation of symbols]

[0039] 10 Liner 20 Mounting part 30 Mounting part 100 clothes

Claims

1. a plurality of attachment portions for attachment to clothing; a mounting portion for mounting a Peltier cooling unit; A liner characterized in that it does not have a blower mounting hole for mounting a blower.

2. 2. The liner according to claim 1, wherein a spacer is attached to the periphery of the attachment portion on the clothing side.

3. The attachment portion is provided along a center line, The liner according to claim 2, wherein a plurality of the spacers are attached along a center line so as to sandwich the mounting portion therebetween.

4. a plurality of garment-side attachment portions that connect to the attachment portions provided on the liner according to any one of claims 1 to 3; a blower mounting hole for mounting a blower; A garment characterized in that it does not have an attachment part for attaching a Peltier cooling unit.

5. 5. The garment according to claim 4, wherein a ventilation hole is provided at a location of the liner opposite the attachment portion.

6. The attachment portion is provided along a center line of the liner, 5. The garment according to claim 4, wherein the plurality of attachment portions provided on the liner include a neck attachment portion provided between a neck edge and the attachment portion.

7. 7. The garment according to claim 6, wherein when the neck attachment portion is attached to a garment-side attachment portion corresponding to the neck attachment portion, a flow path along a center line X is formed between the liner and the garment near the neck edge.

8. The garment according to claim 4 , wherein the plurality of attachment portions and the plurality of garment-side attachment portions each include a fastener.

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