Cooling Neckband

Abstract

The object of the present invention is to provide a cooling neckband that comprises an elastic ring-shaped band and a band containing a phase-change material, that can be easily worn around the wearer's neck, that will not easily come off even with prolonged use or strenuous movement, and that can maintain a cool feeling around the wearer's neck for a long period of time. [Solution] The present invention relates to a cooling neckband. To achieve this objective, the present invention provides a cooling neckband comprising an elastic band having elasticity sufficient to fit snugly around the wearer's neck, and a cooling band detachably attached to the inside of the elastic band, with cooling cubes containing PCM on one surface so that they can directly contact the wearer's neck and deliver a cooling sensation. The cooling band is characterized by comprising a first film made of TPU material having a length corresponding to the elastic band, and a second film made of TPU material having a length corresponding to the first film and having a plurality of protruding cooling cubes containing PCM spaced evenly along the length, which are fused together. The present invention relates to a cooling neckband that is easy to wear around the wearer's neck, does not easily come off even with prolonged use or intense movement, and can maintain a cooling sensation around the wearer's neck for a long time.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a cooling neckband, and more specifically to a cooling neckband that can be easily worn around the neck of a wearer, does not easily come off even during prolonged use or strenuous movement, and can maintain a cool feeling around the wearer's neck for a long period of time. [Background technology]

[0002] Generally, heat stroke can occur during outdoor activities in the hot summer when the body consumes a lot of heat due to high outdoor temperatures, and heat stroke can occur in workers who work long hours in industrial sites that handle thermal energy.

[0003] In order to prevent heat-related accidents such as those mentioned above and to cool the human body, ice bags filled with ice or frozen towels or water bottles placed in the refrigerator were placed in contact with the face, neck, and other parts of the body to provide a cooling sensation.

[0004] Ice bags used to temporarily cool the body melt easily, so the ice must be replaced frequently. Cold towels have the problem of having to be repeatedly put in and taken out of the refrigerator to maintain their coolness.

[0005] In addition, there are problems with clothes getting wet due to condensation that occurs as the ice in the ice bag melts and the water that comes out of the cold towel.In addition, there is a large temperature difference between the ice in the ice bag or the cold air of a cold towel frozen in the refrigerator, and the human body and warm air, so if an ice bag or cold towel comes into contact with the body or is wrapped around the neck, there is a problem that abnormal physical symptoms such as headaches can occur.

[0006] To address this issue, Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2014-0141161, titled "An ice neckband using a phase change material," includes a band wearing member that can be worn around a person's neck, an ice pack containing a phase change material attached to one side of the band wearing member and that absorbs heat generated by the body to provide a cooling sensation, a pack protection member attached to the back of the ice pack and equipped with an attachment member for attaching and detaching the ice pack to the band wearing member, and cool air leakage prevention members attached to the top and bottom of one side of the band wearing member to prevent the cool air from the ice pack from escaping to the outside. This configuration not only makes the neckband easy to wear around a person's neck, but also maintains the cool air delivered to the neck of the person wearing the neckband at a constant temperature for a long time, providing a cooling sensation and a long-lasting cooling sensation.

[0007] However, in order to put on and take off the band, it must be attached or tied with Velcro®, which has the side effect of causing skin rubbing due to the rough surface of Velcro®, and has the problem that it easily becomes loose or falls off the body when worn for a long time. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0008] [Patent Document 1] Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2014-0141161 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0009] The present invention has been made in consideration of the above-mentioned conventional technology, and an object of the present invention is to provide a cooling neckband that comprises an elastic ring-shaped band and a band containing a phase-change material, that can be easily worn around the wearer's neck, that will not easily come off even during prolonged use or strenuous movement, and that can maintain a cool feeling around the wearer's neck for a long period of time. [Means for solving the problem]

[0010] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides a cooling band comprising an elastic band having elasticity sufficient to fit snugly around a wearer's neck, and a cooling band detachably attached to the inside of the elastic band, with cooling cubes containing PCM on one surface so as to directly contact the wearer's neck and deliver a cooling sensation. The elastic band is formed by plastic processing into a plate of a predetermined length from a neck portion that wraps around the wearer's neck. The elastic band has elastic portions extending on both sides, forming a "horseshoe" shape with a partial incision on the forward-facing side, so that it can be put on and taken off by the wearer's strength. The cooling band preferably comprises a first film made of TPU material having a length corresponding to the elastic band, and a second film made of TPU material having a length corresponding to the first film and having a plurality of protruding cooling cubes containing PCM at equal intervals along the length, which are fused together.

[0011] The plastic material of the elastic band is preferably made of any one or a combination of thermoplastic resins such as polyethylene, polypropylene, vinyl chloride resin, vinyl acetate resin, polystyrene, ABS resin, and acrylic resin.

[0012] It is preferable that a plurality of belt rings, to which elastic bands are connected in a belt-like manner, are formed at intervals along the length of the cooling band on the opposite side of the cooling band corresponding to the cooling cubes.

[0013] The cooling band, which is connected to the end of the elastic band in a belt manner by a belt ring, preferably has a folded portion formed along the length to prevent the cooling band from flowing away.

[0014] It is preferable that finishing bags are provided at both ends of the cooling band to accommodate a portion of both ends of the elastic band and prevent the cooling band from flowing away. [Effects of the Invention]

[0015] The cooling neckband of the present invention can be easily worn around the wearer's neck, does not easily come off even during prolonged use or strenuous movement, and has the effect of maintaining a cool feeling around the wearer's neck for a long period of time. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0016] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a first embodiment of a cooling neckband according to the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is an exploded view showing a first embodiment of a cooling neckband according to the present invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the configuration of a second embodiment of a cooling neckband according to the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is an exploded view showing a second embodiment of a cooling neckband according to the present invention. [Figure 5] 1 is a cross-sectional view showing the installation of a cooling band applied to a cooling neck band according to the present invention; [Figure 6] 1 is a cross-sectional view showing the installation of a cooling band applied to a cooling neck band according to the present invention; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0017] When describing embodiments of the present invention, detailed descriptions of known technologies related to the present invention may be omitted if they are deemed to unnecessarily obscure the gist of the present invention. The terms used below are defined in consideration of their functions in the present invention and may vary depending on the intentions or practices of users and operators. Therefore, definitions should be based on the content of the entire specification. Terms used in the detailed description are intended solely to describe embodiments of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting. Unless otherwise clearly defined, singular terms include plural terms. In this specification, terms such as "comprise" or "comprise" refer to certain features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, parts thereof, or combinations thereof. Furthermore, terms such as "comprise" or "comprise" should not be interpreted as excluding the presence or possibility of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, parts thereof, or combinations thereof in addition to those described.

[0018] In each system shown in the drawings, elements in some cases may have the same or different reference numerals, respectively, to indicate that the elements represented may be different or similar. However, elements may have different reference numerals and operate with some or all of the systems shown or described herein. The various elements shown in the drawings may be identical or different. Which element is referred to as a first element and which element is referred to as a second element is arbitrary.

[0019] As used herein, when one component "sends," "communicates," or "provides" data or signals to another component, this includes not only the component sending the data or signals directly to the other component, but also the component sending the data or signals to the other component via at least one other component.

[0020] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS In the following, preferred embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily understand the present invention.

[0021] As shown in Figures 1 to 6, the cooling neckband of the present invention is configured by detachably integrating a cooling band 200 with an elastic band 100, and can provide a cool feeling to the wearer when worn around the neck.

[0022] Phase change materials (PCMs) are materials that accumulate or release heat through a type of physical change process in which a substance changes from one state to another, such as from solid to liquid, from liquid to solid, from liquid to gas, or from gas to liquid.

[0023] Hereinafter, the phase change material will be referred to as PCM, and the configuration and shape will be described in each applied embodiment.

[0024] First Embodiment

[0025] 1 and 2, the elastic band 100 can be made of plastic having elasticity that allows it to fit snugly around the neck of the wearer.

[0026] That is, typical plastics belonging to the thermoplastic resin category can be polyethylene, polypropylene, vinyl chloride resin, vinyl acetate resin, polystyrene, ABS resin, acrylic resin, etc., either singly or in combination, and it is preferable to provide the most inexpensive composition that is harmless to humans.

[0027] In particular, the elastic band 100 is plastically processed into a plate of a predetermined length, and has a horseshoe shape with a partial cutout on the front side that wraps around the wearer's neck. The elastic parts 130 extend on both sides from the neck part 120 that wraps around the wearer's neck, allowing the wearer to put on and take off the band using their arms.

[0028] At this time, it is preferable that the elastic band 100 be standardized to various lengths according to the neck of the wearer.

[0029] The cooling band 200 is detachably attached to the inside of the elastic band 100 and has a cooling cube 221 with a PCM 223 built in on one surface so that it can directly contact the wearer's neck and transmit a cooling sensation.

[0030] Here, the cooling band 200 may be constructed by integrally joining a first film 210 and a second film 220 having a width equal to or smaller than that of the elastic band 100 through fusion.

[0031] Here, the first film 210 is made of a TPU material and has a length corresponding to the elastic band 100 .

[0032] The second film 220 is made of a TPU material and has a length corresponding to that of the first film 210, and may have a plurality of cooling cubes 221 protruding therefrom at equal intervals along the length thereof, each having a PCM 223 embedded therein.

[0033] In this case, a plurality of belt rings 211 may be formed on the opposite side of the cooling band 200 in correspondence with the cooling cubes 221 at intervals along the longitudinal direction, to which the elastic band 100 is connected in a belt-like manner.

[0034] In other words, the belt ring 211 of the cooling band 200 is continuously fitted along the longitudinal direction of the elastic band 100, and the cooling band 200 is positioned inside the neck portion 120 of the elastic band 100, and the cooling cube 221 of the cooling band 200 comes into direct contact with the wearer's neck, thereby providing a cooling sensation to the wearer's neck due to the properties of the PCM 223.

[0035] On the other hand, although the cooling band 200 is integrally formed by the belt ring 211, finishing bags 201 are provided at both ends of the cooling band 200 to accommodate a portion of both ends of the elastic band 100 and prevent the cooling band 200 from flowing away, so that the cooling band 200 will not come off from the elastic band 100 even if the wearer makes extreme movements.

[0036] Second Embodiment

[0037] 3 and 4, the elastic band 100 can be made of plastic having elasticity that allows it to fit snugly around the neck of the wearer.

[0038] That is, typical plastics belonging to the thermoplastic resin category can be polyethylene, polypropylene, vinyl chloride resin, vinyl acetate resin, polystyrene, ABS resin, acrylic resin, etc., either singly or in combination, and it is preferable to provide a composition that is harmless to humans and is the least expensive.

[0039] In particular, the elastic band 100 is plastically processed into a plate of a predetermined length, and has a horseshoe shape with a partial cutout on the front side that wraps around the wearer's neck. The elastic parts 130 extend on both sides from the neck part 120 that wraps around the wearer's neck, allowing the wearer to put on and take off the band using their arms.

[0040] At this time, it is preferable that the elastic band 100 be standardized to various lengths according to the neck of the wearer.

[0041] The cooling band 200 is detachably attached to the inside of the elastic band 100 and has a cooling cube 221 with a PCM 223 built in one surface so as to directly contact the neck of the wearer and transmit a cooling sensation.

[0042] Here, the cooling band 200 may be constructed by integrally joining a first film 210 and a second film 220 having a width equal to or smaller than that of the elastic band 100 through fusion.

[0043] Here, the first film 210 is made of a TPU material and has a length corresponding to the elastic band 100 .

[0044] The second film 220 is made of a TPU material and has a length corresponding to that of the first film 210, and may have a plurality of cooling cubes 221 with PCMs 223 embedded therein protruding therefrom at equal intervals along the length.

[0045] In this case, a plurality of belt rings 211 may be formed on the opposite side of the cooling band 200 corresponding to the cooling cubes 221 at intervals along the longitudinal direction to which the elastic bands 100 are connected in a belt-like manner.

[0046] In other words, the belt ring 211 of the cooling band 200 is continuously fitted along the longitudinal direction of the elastic band 100, and the cooling band 200 is positioned inside the neck portion 120 of the elastic band 100, and the cooling cube 221 of the cooling band 200 comes into direct contact with the wearer's neck, thereby providing a cooling sensation to the wearer's neck due to the properties of the PCM 223.

[0047] Meanwhile, the cooling band 200 is integrally formed by the belt ring 211, and a folding part 110 is formed at the end of the elastic band 100 or the tip of the elastic part 130 by the belt ring 211 to prevent the cooling band 200, which is connected in a belt-like manner, from moving away along the longitudinal direction, so that the cooling band 200 will not come off the elastic band 100 even if the wearer moves violently.

[0048] As shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, the first film 210 and the second film 220 of the cooling band 200 are fused and bonded together to form an integrated unit. The second film 220 has cooling cubes 221 formed along its length, which are formed to protrude from its inner surface so that spaces for accommodating the PCM 223 are formed inside through plastic processing of the second film 220. The first film 210 can be bonded by fusion while finishing the opening on the opposite side. During the bonding process, it is preferable that belt rings 211 are fused together at intervals along the length to the outside so that the elastic band 100 can be bonded in a belt-like manner.

[0049] The terms and words used in the above-described specification and claims should not be construed as being limited to their ordinary or dictionary meanings, but should be construed as meanings and concepts that are consistent with the technical idea of ​​the present invention, based on the principle that the inventor can appropriately define the concepts of terms in order to explain his / her invention in the best possible way.

[0050] Therefore, the configurations shown in the drawings and embodiments described in this specification are merely the most preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not represent the entire technical idea of ​​the present invention. Therefore, it should be understood that there are various equivalents and modifications that can be substituted for them at the time of this application. [Industrial Applicability]

[0051] To provide the present invention with the advantages that it can be easily worn around the neck of a wearer, does not easily come off even during prolonged use or vigorous movement, and can maintain a cool feeling on the wearer's neck for a long period of time. [Explanation of symbols]

[0052] 100: Elastic band 110: Bending part 120: Neck 130: Elastic part 200: Cooling band 201: Finishing bag 210: First Film 211: Belt ring 220: Second Film 221: Cooling Cube 223:PCM

Claims

1. an elastic band having elasticity that allows it to fit tightly around the neck of a wearer; a cooling band detachably attached to the inside of the elastic band, the cooling band having a cooling cube with PCM embedded on one surface so as to directly contact the neck of the wearer and transmit a cooling sensation; The elastic band is It is made of plastic material and formed into a plate of a predetermined length. The neck part is centered on the neck of the wearer, and elastic parts extend on both sides, so that it can be put on and taken off by the wearer's strength. It is formed in a "horseshoe" shape with a partial cut on the side facing forward, so that it can be wrapped around the neck of the wearer. The cooling band is a first film made of TPU material having a length corresponding to the elastic band; and a second film made of TPU having a length corresponding to that of the first film and having a plurality of cooling cubes protruding therefrom, each having a PCM embedded therein, spaced at equal intervals along the longitudinal direction, and the second film is integrally fused together. Cooling neckband.

2. On the opposite side of the cooling band corresponding to the cooling cube, A plurality of belt rings are formed at intervals along the longitudinal direction, to which the elastic bands are connected in a belt-like manner. The cooling neckband according to claim 1 .

3. At the end of the elastic band: The cooling band connected in a belt manner by the belt ring has a folded portion formed along a longitudinal direction to prevent flow separation. The cooling neckband according to claim 2 .

4. At both ends of the cooling band, A finishing bag is provided to accommodate a portion of both ends of the elastic band and prevent the cooling band from flowing away. The cooling neckband according to claim 2 .

5. The types of plastic material applicable to the elastic band are: It is characterized by being composed of one or a combination of thermoplastic resins such as polyethylene, polypropylene, vinyl chloride resin, vinyl acetate resin, polystyrene, ABS resin, and acrylic resin. The cooling neckband according to claim 1 .

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