Temperature regulation equipment

Abstract

To provide a versatile and user-friendly temperature control device by making the contact area of ​​the heat transfer surface adjustable. [Solution] The temperature control device 1, to which a Peltier element unit 30 including a heat transfer surface 31 that is cooled or heated by a Peltier element PE can be attached, has a main body 2 to which the Peltier element unit 30 can be attached and a connecting member 3 that can be connected to the main body 2. The main body 2 has a plurality of connecting parts 9 for connecting to the connecting member 3, and the connecting member 3 has a connecting part 4 that can be connected to a person's clothing CP. The part of the body to which the heat transfer surface 31 comes into contact can be adjusted by connecting a required number of connecting parts 9 from among the plurality of connecting parts 9 to the connecting member 3 and connecting the connecting part 4 to the person's clothing CP.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a temperature control wearable device that cools or warms a person by means of a Peltier element unit.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, there have been many sweltering days that are uncomfortable for people throughout the year. On such sweltering days, as a measure to prevent heat stroke, in addition to taking small amounts of water, the use of appropriate cooling devices has been encouraged. However, due to reasons such as the absence of cooling equipment or insufficient cooling effect, workers working outdoors under sweltering heat, workers working in a stuffy indoor environment, and people engaged in recreation, sports, watching games, etc. under the scorching sun cannot cool off with a cooling device. Therefore, as an example for solving this problem, it is disclosed in Patent Document 1.

[0003] Patent Document 1 discloses a body temperature regulator having a heat transfer surface that cools or generates heat by means of a Peltier element.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] Patent Document 1 discloses a technique in which by attaching the holding part of the body temperature regulator to a person's neck, the heat transfer surface of the body temperature regulator contacts the neck to cool or warm the neck.

[0006] The technique of Patent Document 1 has the following problems. For example, in the body temperature regulator, the part where the heat transfer surface contacts is only the neck, and since the part where the heat transfer surface contacts cannot be adjusted to other parts than the neck, it lacks versatility and has a problem of poor usability.

[0007] This disclosure is made to solve the above-mentioned problems and aims to provide a versatile and user-friendly temperature control device by making the contact area of ​​the heat transfer surface adjustable. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] A temperature-regulating device made in order to solve the above problems has a Peltier element according to one aspect of the present disclosure, and a Peltier element unit including a heat transfer surface to be cooled or heated by the Peltier element can be attached to the Peltier element unit, wherein the temperature-regulating device has a main body to which the Peltier element unit can be attached and a plurality of connecting members that can be connected to the main body, the main body has a plurality of connected parts for connecting to the connecting members, the connecting members have connecting parts that can be connected to a person's clothing, and the part in which the heat transfer surface comes into contact with the body can be adjusted by connecting a required number of connected parts from among the plurality of connected parts to the connecting members and connecting the connecting parts to a person's clothing.

[0009] Furthermore, the term "temperature-regulating device" in this disclosure refers to a device worn on the body via clothing, and is a general term encompassing devices that can be attached to clothing worn directly on the body or indirectly via underwear, etc.

[0010] The garments referred to in this disclosure are those worn directly on the human body or indirectly through underwear, etc., and are broadly classified into (a) upper garments such as jackets, jumpers, suits, vests, etc., and (b) lower garments such as pants, trousers, etc., as well as items worn on the feet and legs such as socks, and items such as hats, backpacks, protective helmets, etc. The garments referred to in this disclosure are a general term encompassing the concepts of (a) and (b).

[0011] According to this embodiment, by connecting a required number of connected parts from among a plurality of connected parts to the connecting part of the connecting member, and by connecting the connecting part of the connecting member to the wearer's clothing, it is possible to adjust the area to be cooled or heated by contact with the heat transfer surface. As a result, the area where the heat transfer surface contacts the body can be adjusted not just to one location, but to various areas where the person wishes to make contact with the heat transfer surface, making the temperature adjustment device versatile. Therefore, it is possible to provide a temperature adjustment device that is versatile and easy for the person to use.

[0012] In the above embodiment, it is preferable that the main body includes a flexible material.

[0013] Flexible materials are those that can be easily bent, twisted, stretched, or torsioned in any direction, and that have a wide elastic deformation range that does not cause yielding or fracture. Examples of flexible materials include silicone, nylon, polyester, and polyurethane foam.

[0014] The body temperature controller described in Patent Document 1 is highly rigid, causing it to shift from the neck due to the wearer's movements, and the heat transfer surface to move away from its contact point with the body. However, in this embodiment, since the Peltier element unit is attached to a body containing a flexible material, the body containing the flexible material can accommodate the movements of the wearer, for example, when they move. This prevents the temperature control device from shifting due to the wearer's movements and makes it less likely for the heat transfer surface of the Peltier element unit to move away from its contact point with the body. Therefore, it is less likely for the wearer to experience discomfort from not being cooled or warmed by the heat transfer surface despite wearing the temperature control device, and the Peltier element unit can regulate the body temperature.

[0015] In the above embodiment, the plurality of connected parts include a first connected part located on one part of the main body and a second connected part located on another part of the main body. At least one of the following can be selected: adjusting the part of the body to which the heat transfer surface contacts the body to a first contact part by connecting a required number of the first connected parts to a first connecting member and connecting the person's clothing to the connecting part of the first connecting member; or adjusting the part of the body to which the heat transfer surface contacts the body to a second contact part different from the first contact part by connecting a required number of the second connected parts to a second connecting member and connecting the person's clothing to the connecting part of the second connecting member.

[0016] A part of the main body does not mean a single location on the main body where the first connected part is located, but rather all locations on the main body where the first connected part is located.

[0017] "Other parts of the main body" does not refer to a single location on the main body where the second connected part is located, but rather to all locations on the main body where the second connected part is located.

[0018] According to this embodiment, the temperature control device can be adjusted to cool or warm a first contact area depending on the number of first connected parts and first connecting members required, and the connection of the connection part of the first connecting member to the wearer's clothing. The temperature control device can be adjusted to cool or warm a second contact area depending on the number of second connected parts and second connecting members required, and the connection of the connection part of the second connecting member to the wearer's clothing. As a result, the temperature control device can be adjusted by connecting the selected appropriate connected parts and connecting members according to the area where the wearer wants to make contact with the heat control device, and by connecting the connection part to the wearer's clothing, making the device easier to use. Therefore, it is possible to provide a temperature control device that is more versatile and easier for people to use.

[0019] In the above embodiment, the first contact area is the back of the neck, and the second contact area is the back.

[0020] According to this embodiment, the temperature control device can be adjusted to cool or warm the back of the neck to be cooled by the heat transfer surface, depending on the number of first connected parts and first connecting members required, and the connection of the connection part of the first connecting member to the wearer's clothing. The temperature control device can be adjusted to cool or warm the back to be cooled by the heat transfer surface, depending on the number of second connected parts and second connecting members required, and the connection of the connection part of the second connecting member to the wearer's clothing. As a result, the temperature control device can be adjusted by connecting the appropriate connected parts and connecting members according to the back of the neck or back to which the wearer wants to make contact with the heat transfer surface, and by connecting the connection part to the wearer's clothing, making the device easier to use. Therefore, it is possible to provide a temperature control device that is more versatile and easier for people to use.

[0021] In the above embodiment, the connecting member has a connecting portion that can be connected to the connected portion, the connected portion is an opening for connecting to the connecting portion, the connecting portion has a convex portion and a concave portion, and the main body and the connecting member are connected by fitting the convex portion and the concave portion together when the convex portion is inserted through the connected portion.

[0022] According to this embodiment, when a person wants to connect the main body and the connecting member, they do so by inserting the protrusion of the connecting part into the opening of the part to be connected, and then engaging the protrusion with the recess of the connecting part. As a result, for example, a worker working outdoors in extreme heat can put on the temperature control device simply by inserting the protrusion of the connecting part into the opening of the part to be connected, engaging the protrusion with the recess, and then connecting the connecting part to their clothing. Therefore, the temperature control device can be put on in a short time, and the part to be cooled locally by the heat transfer surface can be cooled, providing a highly versatile and user-friendly temperature control device for people.

[0023] In the above aspect, the connecting member has a mounting member that can be connected to the connected portion. The connected portion is an opening for passing the mounting member. One end of the mounting member has a first engaging member, and the other end of the mounting member has a second engaging member that can engage with the first engaging member. When the first engaging member of one end of the mounting member passing through the connected portion engages with the second engaging member, the main body and the connecting member are connected.

[0024] According to this aspect, when a person wants to connect the main body and the connecting member, the first engaging member of one end of the mounting member passing through the connected portion (which is an opening) is engaged with the second engaging member of the other end of the mounting member to connect the main body and the connecting member. Thereby, for example, a worker working outdoors under sweltering heat can engage the first engaging member of one end of the mounting member passing through the connected portion with the second engaging member of the other end of the mounting member, and just connect the connecting portion to the clothing to wear the temperature adjustment wearable. Therefore, the temperature adjustment wearable can be worn in a short time, and the part to be cooled by the heat transfer surface can be locally cooled. A temperature adjustment wearable with high versatility and better usability can be provided to people.

[0025] In the above aspect, the main body is made connectable to a holding member for holding the state where the heat transfer surface is in contact with the body.

[0026] According to this aspect, the holding member connected to the main body of the temperature adjustment wearable can hold the state where the heat transfer surface is in contact with the body. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the heat transfer surface from being displaced from the contacted part due to the movement of the person wearing the temperature adjustment wearable.

[0027] In the above aspect, in the state of wearing the temperature adjustment wearable with the holding member connected to the main body, the holding member can be arranged to face between the left scapula and the right scapula of a person.

[0028] According to this embodiment, when the temperature control device, with the retaining member attached to the main body, is mounted, the retaining member can be positioned to face the left and right shoulder blades of a person, so that it aligns with the space between the left and right shoulder blades. This makes it possible to further prevent the heat transfer surface from shifting away from the area in contact with it, even if the person wearing the temperature control device moves.

[0029] In the above embodiment, the connecting portion can grip and connect to a person's clothing.

[0030] According to this embodiment, a person who wishes to wear a temperature-regulating device can attach the connecting member to their clothing by connecting the part to be connected to the connecting member and then clamping the connecting part of the connecting member onto their clothing. As a result, a worker working outdoors in extreme heat can attach the temperature-regulating device simply by clamping the connecting part of the connecting member, which is connected to the part to be connected, onto their clothing. Therefore, the temperature-regulating device can be attached in a short time, allowing for localized cooling of the area to be cooled by the heat transfer surface, providing a highly versatile and user-friendly temperature-regulating device.

[0031] In the above embodiment, the connecting portion has an auxiliary member that assists in the state in which the person's clothing is clamped and connected.

[0032] According to this embodiment, the auxiliary member of the connecting part can hold and maintain the connected state of the person's clothing. As a result, even if the person wearing the temperature control device moves, the reinforcing member prevents the connection of the person's clothing from being released. [Effects of the Invention]

[0033] Therefore, the temperature-regulating device according to this disclosure has the excellent effect of providing a user-friendly temperature-regulating device by making it possible to adjust the contact position where the heat transfer surface comes into contact with the body. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0034] [Figure 1] This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature-regulating device according to the first embodiment is worn around the wearer's neck. [Figure 2] This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature control device according to the first embodiment is worn on the back. [Figure 3] This is a rear view showing the back surface of the temperature control device connected to the first connecting member according to the first embodiment. [Figure 4] This is a front view showing the surface of a temperature control device connected to a first connecting member according to the first embodiment. [Figure 5] This is a rear view showing the back surface of the temperature control device connected to the second connecting member according to the first embodiment. [Figure 6] This is a front view showing the surface of a temperature control device connected to a second connecting member according to the first embodiment. [Figure 7] This is a front view showing the main body of the attachment according to the first embodiment. [Figure 8] This is a cross-sectional view along line AA in Figure 7. [Figure 9] This is an explanatory diagram showing the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, viewed from the lid side. [Figure 10] This is an explanatory diagram showing the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment from the heat transfer surface side. [Figure 11] This is an exploded perspective view showing the configuration of the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment. [Figure 12] This is an unfolded view of the outer circumferential surface of the main body according to the first embodiment, laid out on a plane. [Figure 13] This is an explanatory diagram showing a method for attaching a Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment to a temperature control device. [Figure 14] This is a side view of a Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, and is an explanatory diagram showing the state in which the inner flange and the outer flange are engaged at the first stage. [Figure 15]This is a side view of a Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, and is an explanatory diagram showing the state in which the inner flange and the outer flange are engaged at the second stage. [Figure 16] This is a side view of a Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, and is an explanatory diagram showing the state in which the inner flange and the outer flange are engaged at the third stage. [Figure 17] This is a partial cross-sectional view of a Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment. [Figure 18] This is a front view showing the first connecting member according to the first embodiment. [Figure 19] Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view along line BB. [Figure 20] This is a cross-sectional view of the first connection portion in the closed state according to the first embodiment. [Figure 21] This is a cross-sectional view of the first connection portion in the open state according to the first embodiment. [Figure 22] This is a cross-sectional view of the connecting portion when it fits into the circular opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. [Figure 23] This is a cross-sectional view of the case where the connecting portion is fitted into the circular opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. [Figure 24] This is a front view showing the second connecting member according to the first embodiment. [Figure 25] Figure 24 is a cross-sectional view along the CC line. [Figure 26] This is an explanatory diagram showing a scene in which a second connecting member is passed through a long, rectangular opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. [Figure 27] This is an explanatory diagram showing a scene in which the second connecting member is passed through the elongated opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. [Figure 28] This is an explanatory diagram showing a scene in which the mounting device body 2 and the second connecting member according to the first embodiment are connected. [Figure 29] This is a block diagram showing the configuration of the operating unit included in the temperature control device 1 according to the first embodiment. [Figure 30] This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature control device according to the second embodiment is worn on the wearer's back. [Figure 31] This is a rear view showing the back surface of a temperature control device fitted with a retaining member according to the second embodiment. [Figure 32] This is a front view showing the surface of a temperature control device fitted with a retaining member according to the second embodiment. [Figure 33] This is a front view showing the surface of the retaining member according to the second embodiment. [Figure 34] This is a rear view showing the back surface of the retaining member according to the second embodiment. [Figure 35] Figure 33 is a cross-sectional view of the DD line. [Figure 36] Figure 34 is a cross-sectional view along the EE line. [Figure 37] This is an explanatory diagram showing how to attach the retaining member according to the second embodiment to the mounting device body. [Figure 38] This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature-regulating device according to the third embodiment is worn around the wearer's neck. [Figure 39] This is an explanatory diagram showing a temperature control device connected to a third connecting member according to the third embodiment. [Figure 40] This is a front view showing the third connecting member according to the third embodiment. [Figure 41] Figure 40 is a cross-sectional view along the FF line. [Figure 42] This is a cross-sectional view of the second connection portion before it is connected to the protective helmet in the third embodiment. [Figure 43] This is a cross-sectional view of the second connection portion connected to the protective helmet in the third embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0035] <First Embodiment> The first embodiment of the temperature-regulating device according to this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. The temperature-regulating device according to this disclosure is constructed by attaching a Peltier element unit capable of regulating body temperature to an insertion hole in the fabric that makes up the temperature-regulating device. In the first embodiment, the temperature-regulating device will be described as one that is attached to a hat CP worn by a person and one that is attached to a backpack RS carried on a person's back.

[0036] In the first and second embodiments, the vertical direction is defined as the axial direction L along the axis line AX, the upper part of the vertical direction is defined as the upper Lp, the lower part as the lower Lw, and the left-right direction is defined as the radial direction RD. In the first and second embodiments, the circumferential direction centered on the axis line AX is defined as the circumferential direction CR, and the anti-circumferential direction centered on the axis line AX is defined as the anti-circumferential direction ACR.

[0037] The left-right and up-down directions shown in Figures 1 to 2, 30, and 38 refer to the left-right and up-down directions from the perspective of the wearer HM wearing the temperature control device 1. The left-right and up-down directions shown in Figures 3 to 6, 26 to 28, and 31 to 32 refer to the left-right and up-down directions from the back surface 2A of the device body 2. The upward direction is defined as upper U, downward W, right R, and left L.

[0038] <Example of wearing temperature control device 1> Examples of how the temperature-regulating device 1 is worn will be explained using Figures 1 and 2. Figure 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature-regulating device according to the first embodiment is worn around the wearer's neck. Figure 2 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature-regulating device according to the first embodiment is worn on the wearer's back. In this embodiment, the temperature-regulating device according to this disclosure will be referred to as the temperature-regulating device 1.

[0039] The temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment can be attached to various garments worn by a person. Using Figure 1, we will explain an example of attachment where the temperature-regulating device 1 is attached to a hat CP worn by a person, and using Figure 2, we will explain an example of attachment where the temperature-regulating device 1 is attached to a backpack RS carried on a person's back. For example, the hat CP and backpack RS correspond to garments in this disclosure.

[0040] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the temperature-regulating device 1 is connectable to connecting members 3 for connecting to various garments worn by a person. The connecting member 3 in the first embodiment includes a first connecting member 3A (an example of the first connecting member in this disclosure) and a second connecting member 3B (an example of the second connecting member in this disclosure) which is different from the first connecting member 3A. The device body 2 of the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment can be connected to up to four first connecting members 3A. Furthermore, the device body 2 of the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment can be connected to up to four second connecting members 3B.

[0041] As shown in Figure 1, when a person brings the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) into contact with the back of their neck (left back LN, right back RN), the first connecting member 3A is connected to two connecting circular openings 9, which are required for attachment and are no more than 4 in number, for the connection between the hat CP and the temperature adjustment device 1. Then, the temperature adjustment device 1 can be used by connecting the two first connecting members 3A to the hat CP worn by the person. When the temperature adjustment device 1 is connected to the hat CP, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the temperature adjustment device 1 cools or warms, for example, the back of the wearer HM's neck (left back LN, right back RN). Specifically, as shown in Figure 1, the first Peltier element unit 30A can be positioned so that the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) comes into contact with the right back RN of the wearer HM's neck when the temperature adjustment device 1 is attached. As a result, the heat transfer surface 31 of the first Peltier element unit 30A can cool or heat the right back of the neck RN. As shown in Figure 1, the second Peltier element unit 30B can be positioned so that when the temperature adjustment device 1 is worn, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) contacts the left back of the neck LN of the wearer HM. As a result, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the second Peltier element unit 30B can cool or heat the left back of the neck LN. For example, the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) corresponds to the first contact area in this disclosure.

[0042] As shown in Figure 2, if a person wants to bring the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) into contact with their back NC, they connect the second connecting member 3B to each of the two elongated openings 10 required for attachment (4 or less) to the backpack RS in order to connect the temperature control device 1 to the backpack RS. Then, the temperature control device 1 can be used by connecting the two second connecting members 3B to the backpack RS that the person is carrying. Specifically, as shown in Figure 2, the person can attach the temperature control device 1 to the backpack RS by connecting the second connecting member 3B to the left shoulder strap STL of the backpack RS and the second connecting member 3B to the right shoulder strap STR of the backpack RS. When the temperature control device 1 is connected to the backpack RS, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the temperature control device 1 will, for example, cool or warm the wearer's back NC. Specifically, as shown in Figure 2, the first Peltier element unit 30A can be positioned so that its heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) contacts the wearer's back NC when the temperature control device 1 is attached. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 of the first Peltier element unit 30A to cool or heat the wearer's back NC. As shown in Figure 1, the second Peltier element unit 30B can be positioned so that its heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) contacts the wearer's back NC when the temperature control device 1 is attached. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 of the second Peltier element unit 30B to cool or heat the wearer's back NC. For example, the back NC corresponds to the second contact area in this disclosure.

[0043] <Regarding temperature-regulating device 1> Next, the temperature control device 1 according to the first embodiment will be described using Figures 3 to 6. First, the temperature control device 1, in which two first connecting members 3A are connected using the back surface 2A of the device body 2 shown in Figure 3 and the front surface 2B of the device body 2 shown in Figure 4, will be described. Figure 3 is a rear view showing the back surface of the temperature control device connected to the first connecting member according to the first embodiment. Figure 4 is a front view showing the front surface of the temperature control device connected to the first connecting member according to the first embodiment.

[0044] As shown in Figures 3 to 6, the temperature control device 1 comprises a device body 2 (an example of the body in this disclosure) and a Peltier element unit 30, etc. The temperature control device 1 is capable of connecting connecting members 3 (first connecting member 3A, second connecting member 3B) to the device body 2. For example, the connecting member 3 corresponds to the connecting member in this disclosure.

[0045] The main body of the device 2 is designed to accommodate the first Peltier element unit 30A and the second Peltier element unit 30B symmetrically. As shown in Figures 3 to 6, the first Peltier element unit 30A and the second Peltier element unit 30B are mounted symmetrically on the main body of the device 2. For example, the point of contact between the heat transfer surface 31 of the first Peltier element unit 30A and the right back of the neck RN, and the point of contact between the heat transfer surface 31 of the second Peltier element unit 30B and the left back of the neck LN, serve as holding points that maintain the temperature control device 1 in place when it is attached to the wearer HM. These holding points stabilize the temperature control device 1 when it is attached to the neck, preventing it from slipping off.

[0046] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the first connecting member 3A has a first connecting portion 4 that can be connected to a person's clothing, a first attachment member 5, a connecting portion 6 that can be connected to the attachment body 2, and an adjustment member 8 for adjusting the distance between the attachment body 2 and the person's clothing. For example, the first connecting portion 4 corresponds to the connecting portion of this disclosure. For example, the connecting portion 6 corresponds to the connecting portion of this disclosure.

[0047] Next, we will describe a temperature-controlled attachment 1 in which two second connecting members 3B are connected using the back surface 2A of the attachment body 2 shown in Figure 5 and the front surface 2B of the attachment body 2 shown in Figure 6. Figure 5 is a rear view showing the back surface of the temperature-controlled attachment connected to the second connecting member according to the first embodiment. Figure 6 is a front view showing the front surface of the temperature-controlled attachment connected to the second connecting member according to the first embodiment.

[0048] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, the second connecting member 3B has a first connecting portion 4 that can be connected to a person's clothing, and a second attachment member 7 that can be connected to the attachment body 2 and can adjust the distance between the attachment body 2 and the person's clothing.

[0049] <Regarding the main body of the attachment device 2> Next, the mounting body 2 of the temperature control mounting device 1 will be explained using Figures 7 and 8. Figure 7 is a front view showing the mounting body according to the first embodiment. Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in Figure 7. The left direction, upper left direction, lower left direction, right direction, upper right direction, lower right direction, up direction, and down direction shown in Figure 7 refer to the left direction, upper left direction, lower left direction, right direction, upper right direction, lower right direction, up direction, and down direction from the back surface 2A of the mounting body 2. The left direction is defined as the left side L, the upper left direction as the upper left side LU, the lower left direction as the lower left side LW, the right direction as the right side R, the upper right direction as the upper right side RU, the lower right direction as the lower right side RW, the up direction as the upper side U, and the down direction as the lower side W. The left direction and right direction shown in Figure 8 refer to the left and right directions when viewed from the cross-section of the mounting body 2. Furthermore, we define the left direction as L and the right direction as R.

[0050] The device body 2 is made of a flexible material (in this embodiment, silicone, nylon, polyester, urethane foam, etc.). Because the device body 2 according to the first embodiment is made of a flexible material, it is stretchable and does not easily shift from the contact point between the device body 2 and the body in response to the force generated by the movement of the wearer HM's body.

[0051] As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the mounting body 2 has a plurality of (e.g., 4) connectable circular openings 9 (an example of a connectable part in this disclosure), a plurality of (e.g., 4) connectable rectangular openings 10 (an example of a connectable part in this disclosure), and a plurality of (e.g., 2) unit mounting parts 11. For example, the connectable circular openings 9 correspond to the first connectable part in this disclosure. For example, the connectable rectangular openings 10 correspond to the second connectable part in this disclosure.

[0052] As shown in Figure 7, the connectable circular opening 9 is a circular through hole, and the connectable rectangular opening 10 is a substantially rectangular through hole. As shown in Figure 7, the mounting body 2 has a plurality (for example, four) of connectable circular openings 9 that can be connected to the connecting portion 6 of the first connecting member 3A. As shown in Figure 7, in the mounting body 2, the first connectable circular opening 9A is located on the upper right side RU, the second connectable circular opening 9B is formed on the upper left side LU, the third connectable circular opening 9C is located on the lower left side LW, and the fourth connectable circular opening 9D is located on the lower right side RW.

[0053] As shown in Figure 7, the mounting device body 2 has a plurality (for example, four) of connectable elongated openings 10 that can be connected to the second connecting member 3B. As shown in Figure 7, in the mounting device body 2, the first connectable elongated opening 10A is located on the right side R, the second connectable elongated opening 10B is located on the upper side U, the third connectable elongated opening 10C is located on the left side L, and the fourth connectable elongated opening 10D is located on the lower side W.

[0054] As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the unit mounting portion 11 has a unit insertion hole 11A located in the unit mounting portion 11, and a unit outer peripheral edge portion 11B surrounding the unit insertion hole 11A. The unit mounting portion 11 is made of a material that is more rigid than the parts of the mounting device body 2 other than the unit mounting portion 11 (for example, leather, rubber, resin, etc.).

[0055] A person can place up to two Peltier element units 30 on the two unit mounting sections 11 of the temperature-controlled wearable device 1. For example, if a person chooses to place two Peltier element units 30 on the two unit mounting sections 11, the first Peltier element unit 30A and the second Peltier element unit 30B are attached to the unit mounting sections 11 of the wearable device body 2. As a result, as shown in Figures 1 to 6, each of the two unit mounting sections 11 will have a Peltier element unit 30 attached. When a person wears the temperature-controlled wearable device 1 shown in Figure 1, they can cool or warm the right back RN and the left back LN of their neck using the heat transfer surface 31. When a person wears the temperature-controlled wearable device 1 shown in Figure 2, they can cool or warm two locations on their back NC using the heat transfer surface 31.

[0056] <About the Peltier element unit 30> Next, the Peltier element unit 30 will be described using Figures 9 to 11. Figure 9 is an explanatory diagram showing the Peltier element unit body according to the first embodiment from the discharge side. Figure 10 is an explanatory diagram showing the Peltier element unit body according to the first embodiment from the heat transfer side. Figure 11 is an exploded perspective view showing the configuration of the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment.

[0057] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, the Peltier element unit 30 has a Peltier element PE (an example of the Peltier element of this disclosure) built into its main body. The Peltier element PE is a type of plate-shaped semiconductor thermoelectric element. When a DC current is supplied to the Peltier element PE, the flat plate portion of the Peltier element PE absorbs heat, for example to about 10°C, and one side becomes a cooling surface. At the same time, the other side on the opposite side heats up, for example to about 30°C, and becomes a heating surface. The Peltier element is an element that transfers heat from the cooling surface to the heating surface, generating a large amount of heat on the heating surface.

[0058] In this embodiment, the Peltier element PE has the characteristic of simultaneously absorbing and generating heat relative to the ambient temperature, for example, within a temperature range of about 20 to 30°C.

[0059] In other words, for example, in a Peltier element PE operating at an ambient temperature of 35°C in summer, the cooling surface exhibits a temperature of 15-15°C, and this heat becomes cooling heat for the body. At the same time, the heating surface exhibits a temperature of 55-65°C, and this heat is dissipated.

[0060] On the other hand, when operating in winter at an ambient temperature of 5°C, the cooling surface of a Peltier element PE exhibits a temperature of -15 to -25°C, and this heat is dissipated. Simultaneously, the heating surface exhibits a temperature of 25 to 35°C, and this heat becomes warmth for the body.

[0061] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, the Peltier element unit 30 has a heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) which is one of its surfaces, a circularly formed lid portion 32, and a cylindrically formed cylindrical portion 34. For example, the heat transfer surface 31 corresponds to the heat transfer surface of this disclosure.

[0062] As shown in Figure 10, the cylindrical portion 34 has multiple intake sections 35 (for example, 4) spaced apart in the circumferential direction. Each of the multiple intake sections 35 has multiple intake ports 36 (for example, 8) spaced apart in the circumferential direction. The multiple intake ports 36 are holes formed to draw air from outside the Peltier element unit 30 into the Peltier element unit. As shown in Figure 9, the lid portion 32 has multiple exhaust ports 33 for discharging air that has undergone heat exchange by the heat exchange surface 38 to the outside of the Peltier element unit 30.

[0063] As shown in Figure 11, the Peltier element unit 30 has a heat exchange surface 38 that takes in heat from the Peltier element PE and dissipates it into the air to perform heat exchange, and an inner flange 37 formed on the cover member of the main body. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 11, the Peltier element unit 30 also has a heat exhaust device 40 that blows the air that has been heat-exchanged by the heat exchange surface 38 to the outside of the Peltier element unit 30 through a plurality of exhaust ports 33, as well as a ring fastener 50, etc.

[0064] As shown in Figure 11, guide rails 43 are provided on the outer circumferential surface of the main body of the Peltier element unit 30. The guide rails 43 extend toward the inner flange 37 and are arc-shaped between one end 43A and the other end 43B along the circumferential direction CR of the main body (see Figures 11 and 12). Multiple guide rails 43 are provided at different positions along the circumferential direction CR of the main body (for example, 4). Mounting grooves 45 are provided between each of the multiple guide rails 43 and the inner flange 37. The multiple (for example, 4) mounting grooves 45 are provided along the circumferential direction CR of the main body. Adjacent guide rails 43 in the circumferential direction CR are arranged at the same height in the axial direction L (see Figures 15 to 17). The four guide rails 43 have gaps 46 between them, with intermittently adjacent guide rails 43. Multiple gaps 46 (for example, 4) are provided on the outer circumferential surface of the main body. As shown in Figure 12, the gaps 46 are connected to the mounting grooves 45.

[0065] Next, using Figure 12, a plurality of guide rails 43 provided on the outer circumferential surface of the main body unfolded on a plane will be described. As shown in Figure 12, the plurality of guide rails 43 have sliding surfaces 47 that connect one end 43A of each guide rail 43 to the other end 43B of the guide rail 43 and that contact each projection 52 of the ring fastener 50. As shown in Figure 12, a plurality of (for example, 4) restricting portions 44 are provided on each of the sliding surfaces 47 of the plurality of guide rails 43. Each of the plurality of restricting portions 44 restricts the movement of the plurality of projections 52 that move along the sliding surface 47 toward the anticircumferential direction ACR of the main body. On the sliding surface 47 connecting one end 43A and the other end 43B of each guide rail 43, restricting portions 44 are provided intermittently in the order of first restricting portion 44A ⇒ second restricting portion 44B ⇒ third restricting portion 44C ⇒ fourth restricting portion 44D.

[0066] As shown in Figure 12, the multiple guide rails 43 are inclined toward the cylindrical portion 34 with respect to a plane perpendicular to the axis AX of the main body. All of the multiple guide rails 43 in the first embodiment have an inclination angle θ1 of 3° between one end 43A and the other end 43B. As a result, all of the multiple guide rails 43 in the first embodiment are formed in an inclined manner with a height difference ΔH in the axial direction L between one end 43A and the other end 43B. That is, the inclination angle θ1 of the sliding surface 47 in the first embodiment is 3° toward the cylindrical portion 34 with respect to a plane perpendicular to the axis AX of the main body.

[0067] Let's return to the explanation using Figure 11. As shown in Figure 11, the ring fastener 50 is formed to be freely fastened to or released from the main body portion, which is the end opposite to the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B). The ring fastener 50 is made of synthetic resin and has an annular outer flange 53 formed in a substantially polygonal shape. As shown in Figure 11, the outer flange 53 has 12 elliptical holes formed therein. The inner diameter of the ring fastener 50 is larger than the outer diameter of the lid portion 32 and smaller than the outer diameter of the inner flange 37.

[0068] The inner circumferential surface 51 of the ring fastener 50 is provided with projections 52 that can be connected to each of the multiple guide rails 43. Multiple projections 52 (for example, four) are provided at intervals along the circumferential direction CR of the ring fastener 50. Each of the multiple projections 52 can engage with each of the multiple restricting portions 44 of the multiple guide rails 43. Adjacent projections 52 in the circumferential direction CR and each other are arranged at the same height in the axial direction L. The multiple projections 52 are inclined toward the surface side with respect to a plane parallel to the surface of the outer flange 53, and the inclination angle θ2 is 3°. This makes it easy for each of the multiple projections 52 to connect to each of the multiple guide rails 43. The temperature control mounting device 1 can accommodate up to two Peltier element units 30 (first Peltier element unit 30A, second Peltier element unit 30B) at two unit mounting portions 11.

[0069] The heat transfer surface 31 is exposed to the outside, and in the Peltier element unit 30, the heat transfer surface 31 and the cover portion 32 are positioned on opposite sides of each other. Here, the heat transfer surface 31 is made of, for example, stainless steel or a metal with excellent thermal conductivity.

[0070] The heat exchange surface 38 formed on the back side of the heat transfer surface 31 is made of a metal with excellent thermal conductivity, such as aluminum or copper. The heat exchange surface 38 has a plurality of (e.g., 117) heat dissipation fins 39, which are configured as protrusions. The protrusions of the heat dissipation fins 39 increase the surface area of ​​the fins 39, thereby increasing the portion that comes into contact with the air and enabling efficient heat dissipation from the Peltier element. On the heat exchange surface 38, the heat dissipation fins 39 are arranged in a line with a certain gap between them so that air flowing in from the air intake 36 can pass between them. As a result, for example, the cooling air that flows in between the heat dissipation fins 39 comes into contact with the heat dissipation fins 39, allowing for efficient heat exchange with the Peltier element PE.

[0071] As shown in Figure 11, a heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) is provided at the end opposite to the main body, in the axial direction L along the axis line AX of the main body. The main body is formed in a cylindrical shape, and an inner flange 37 is provided that protrudes in an annular plate shape from the outer peripheral end.

[0072] As shown in Figure 11, the heat dissipation device 40 of the first embodiment includes a heat dissipation fan 41 that blows air and a heat dissipation drive unit 42 controlled by a motor (not shown) that rotates the heat dissipation fan 41. As a result, the air that has undergone heat exchange on the heat exchange surface 38 is discharged from the exhaust port 33 by the air generated when the heat dissipation fan 41 rotates due to the drive of the heat dissipation drive unit 42 under the control of the control unit 101.

[0073] In the Peltier element unit 30, the Peltier element PE is electrically connected to a portable battery (not shown) via the operation unit 100 through wiring (not shown).

[0074] For example, when two Peltier element units 30 are attached to the temperature control device 1, the wiring consists of two branch wires extending from a main wire bundled together in a single line, which is then branched off at a branching point. The number of branch wires according to the first embodiment corresponds to the number of Peltier element units 30.

[0075] The main wiring and the portable battery can be easily connected and disconnected via a connector, such as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection. Power from the portable battery is supplied to the Peltier element PE and the motor of the heat dissipation drive unit 42 through the wiring. For example, each of the two branch wires is connected to the respective Peltier element unit 30 (first and second Peltier element units 30A and 30B). However, this is not the only option. As long as the two branch wires have a one-to-one connection relationship with the two Peltier element units 30 (first and second Peltier element units 30A and 30B), they can be connected arbitrarily, with the user HM making a judgment to simplify the wiring route.

[0076] <Regarding the installation of the Peltier element unit 30> A method for attaching the Peltier element unit 30 to the unit mounting section 11 will be explained using Figure 13. Figure 13 is an explanatory diagram showing how to attach the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment to the temperature control mounting device. The left, right, up, and down directions shown in Figure 13 refer to the left, right, up, and down directions from the back surface 2A of the mounting device body 2. The left direction is defined as the left side L, the right direction as the right side R, the up direction as the upper side U, and the down direction as the lower side W.

[0077] As shown in Figure 13, when attaching the Peltier element unit 30, the person is inserted from the exhaust port 33 side of the lid portion 32 of the Peltier element unit 30 into the unit insertion hole 11A formed in the unit mounting portion 11, from the surface side of the mounting device body 2. The Peltier element unit 30 is placed in the unit insertion hole 11A with the inner flange 37 in contact with the outer peripheral edge portion 11B of the unit. The unit insertion hole 11A is a hole for attaching the temperature adjustment device 1 so that the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 is in close contact with the body of the wearer HM (back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN), back NC).

[0078] Next, the person brings the outer flange 53 into contact with the outer peripheral edge 11B of the unit from the back side of the mounting body 2. The person moves the main body inside the ring fastener 50 and moves the projection 52 of the ring fastener 50 into the gap 46. As a result, the outer peripheral edge 11B of the unit is sandwiched between the inner flange 37 of the main body and the outer flange 53 of the ring fastener 50. Next, the person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, causing each projection 52 to enter the mounting groove 45 from one end 43A of the guide rail 43. Furthermore, the person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, causing each projection 52 to slide along the circumferential direction CR of the main body on the sliding surface 47 of the respective guide rail 43. Next, the person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other in the circumferential direction CR of the main body, causing the multiple projections 52 to overcome the restricting parts 44 provided on each of the multiple sliding surfaces 47. When each of the multiple projections 52 overcomes each of the multiple restricting parts 44, the multiple restricting parts 44 restrict the movement of the multiple projections 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR of the main body. The projections 52 that have overcome the restricting parts 44 and stopped moving are fixed by engaging with the restricting parts 44 through surface contact. As a result, the outer peripheral edge 11B of the unit is fixed in a state where it is sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53. The multiple projections 52 and the restricting parts 44 of the guide rail 43 can be connected, but they do not come into contact with each other's opposing helical screws or the like. Therefore, the projections 52 of the ring fastener 50 and the restricting parts 44 of the guide rail 43 are fixed by engagement, not by screwing.

[0079] In the main body of the device 2, the first Peltier element unit 30A and the second Peltier element unit 30B are attached to two unit mounting sections 11, respectively. In this case, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) is positioned to be in contact with the wearer HM's own body side (two locations on the back NC, and the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN)) of the temperature adjustment device 1 (see Figures 1 and 2). The heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) can cool or warm the wearer HM's own body side (two locations on the back NC, and the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN)) by directly or indirectly contacting it through underwear or the like.

[0080] As shown in Figure 13, a person can attach the first connecting member 3A to the main body of the attachment device 2 by connecting the connecting portion 6 of the first connecting member 3A to the connected circular openings 9 (first connected circular opening 9A, second connected circular opening 9B).

[0081] <Regarding the thickness of the fabric sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53> Using Figures 14 to 16, the locations where the projection 52 and the restricting portion 44 are engaged and fixed according to the thickness of the fabric sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53 will be explained. Figure 14 is a side view of the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, and is an explanatory diagram showing the state in which the inner flange and the outer flange are engaged in the first stage. Figure 15 is a side view of the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, and is an explanatory diagram showing the state in which the inner flange and the outer flange are engaged in the second stage. Figure 16 is a side view of the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment, and is an explanatory diagram showing the state in which the inner flange and the outer flange are engaged in the third stage.

[0082] Using Figure 14, we will explain the case in which each of the multiple protrusions 52 overcomes the first restricting portion 44A of the respective guide rail 43 and engages with the guide rail 43 in the first stage. When the thickness of the material of the mounting device body 2 is X1 (for example, about 3 mm), with the material sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53, a person moves the body into the inside of the ring fastener 50. As a result, each of the multiple protrusions 52 enters each of the multiple gaps 46. Next, when the person rotates the body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the protrusions 52 of the ring fastener 50 enters the mounting groove portion 45 from one end 43A of the guide rail 43. Furthermore, as the person continues to rotate the body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the multiple protrusions 52 slides along the circumferential direction CR of the body on the sliding surface 47 of the respective guide rail 43. As the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other along the circumferential direction CR of the main body, for example by 15 degrees, each of the multiple projections 52 overcomes each of the multiple first restricting portions 44A disposed on the sliding surface 47. Each of the overcome first restricting portions 44A restricts the movement of each projection 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR. The angle by which the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other along the circumferential direction CR of the main body in order for each of the multiple projections 52 to overcome each of the multiple first restricting portions 44A is not limited to 15 degrees. For example, it is preferable to have an angle between 15 and 20 degrees.

[0083] As shown in Figure 14, each of the multiple protrusions 52, whose movement in the circumferential direction CR of the main body has stopped in the first stage, is fixed by engaging with each of the multiple first restricting parts 44A through surface contact. In this case, the Peltier element unit 30 can be attached to the temperature control attachment device 1 with the fabric of the attachment device body 2 having a thickness of X1 (for example, about 3 mm) sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53. To release the Peltier element unit 30, a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other by, for example, 15 degrees in the counter-circumferential direction ACR of the main body, causing each of the multiple protrusions 52 to move over each of the first restricting parts 44A. This allows the Peltier element unit 30 to be released from the temperature control attachment device 1.

[0084] Next, using Figure 15, we will explain the case in which each of the multiple protrusions 52 overcomes the second restricting portion 44B of the respective guide rail 43, and the guide rail 43 and the protrusion 52 engage in the second stage. When the thickness of the fabric of the temperature control device 1 is X2 (for example, about 2 mm), with the fabric sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53, a person moves the main body into the inside of the ring fastener 50. As a result, each of the protrusions 52 enters the respective gap 46. Subsequently, when the person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the multiple protrusions 52 of the ring fastener 50 enters the mounting groove portion 45 from one end 43A of the guide rail 43. Furthermore, as the person continues to rotate the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the multiple protrusions 52 slides along the circumferential direction CR of the main body on the sliding surface 47 of the respective guide rail 43. As the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other by, for example, 15 degrees along the circumferential direction CR of the main body, each of the multiple projections 52 overcomes each of the multiple first restricting portions 44A arranged on the sliding surface 47. Each of the overcome first restricting portions 44A restricts the movement of each projection 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR.

[0085] Furthermore, if a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other along the circumferential direction CR of the main body, for example by 15 degrees, each of the multiple protrusions 52 slides on the sliding surface 47 and overcomes each of the multiple second restricting parts 44B. Each of the second restricting parts 44B that is overcome restricts the movement of each protrusion 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR. The angle at which the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other along the circumferential direction CR of the main body in order for each of the multiple protrusions 52 to overcome each of the multiple second restricting parts 44B is not limited to 15 degrees. For example, it is preferable to have an angle between 15 and 20 degrees.

[0086] As shown in Figure 15, in the second stage, each of the multiple protrusions 52, whose movement in the circumferential direction CR of the main body has stopped, is fixed by engaging with each of the multiple second restricting parts 44B through surface contact. In this case, the Peltier element unit 30 can be attached to the temperature control mounting device 1 with the fabric of the temperature control mounting device 1 having a thickness of X2 (for example, about 2 mm) sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53. To release the Peltier element unit 30, a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other by, for example, 30 degrees in the counter-circumferential direction ACR of the main body, causing each of the multiple protrusions 52 to overcome the first restricting part 44A and the second restricting part 44B, respectively. This allows the Peltier element unit 30 to be released from the temperature control mounting device 1.

[0087] Next, using Figure 16, we will explain the case in which each of the multiple protrusions 52 overcomes the third restricting portion 44C of the respective guide rail 43, and the guide rail 43 and the protrusion 52 engage in the third stage. When the thickness of the fabric of the temperature control device 1 is X3 (for example, about 1 mm), with the fabric sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53, a person moves the main body into the inside of the ring fastener 50. As a result, each of the protrusions 52 enters the respective gap 46. Subsequently, when the person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the multiple protrusions 52 of the ring fastener 50 enters the mounting groove 45 from one end 43A of the guide rail 43. Furthermore, as the person continues to rotate the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the multiple protrusions 52 slides along the circumferential direction CR of the main body on the sliding surface 47 of the respective guide rail 43. As the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other by, for example, 15 degrees along the circumferential direction CR of the main body, each of the multiple projections 52 overcomes each of the multiple first restricting portions 44A arranged on the sliding surface 47. Each of the overcome first restricting portions 44A restricts the movement of each projection 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR.

[0088] Furthermore, if a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other by, for example, 15 degrees along the circumferential direction CR of the main body, each of the multiple protrusions 52 slides on the sliding surface 47 and overcomes each of the multiple second restricting parts 44B. Each of the overcome second restricting parts 44B restricts the movement of each protrusion 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR.

[0089] Furthermore, if a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other along the circumferential direction CR of the main body, for example by 15 degrees, each of the multiple protrusions 52 slides on the sliding surface 47 and overcomes each of the multiple third restricting parts 44C. Each of the overcome third restricting parts 44C restricts the movement of each protrusion 52 in the counter-circumferential direction ACR. The angle at which the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other along the circumferential direction CR of the main body in order for each of the multiple protrusions 52 to overcome each of the multiple third restricting parts 44C is not limited to 15 degrees. For example, it is preferable to have an angle between 15 and 20 degrees.

[0090] As shown in Figure 16, in the third stage, each of the multiple protrusions 52, whose movement in the circumferential direction CR of the main body has stopped, is fixed by engaging with each of the multiple third restricting parts 44C through surface contact. In this case, the Peltier element unit 30 can be attached to the temperature control mounting device 1 with the fabric of the temperature control mounting device 1 having a thickness of X3 (for example, about 1 mm) sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53. To release the Peltier element unit 30, a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other by, for example, 45 degrees in the counter-circumferential direction ACR of the main body, causing each of the multiple protrusions 52 to overcome each of the first restricting parts 44A to the third restricting parts 44C. This allows the Peltier element unit 30 to be released from the temperature control mounting device 1.

[0091] If each of the multiple protrusions 52 overcomes the third restricting portion 44C, even if a person rotates the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to the main body in the circumferential direction CR, each of the multiple protrusions 52 cannot overcome each of the multiple fourth restricting portions 44D. This prevents the Peltier element unit 30 from falling off the temperature control mounting device 1 due to the relative rotation of the main body and the ring fastener 50 in the circumferential direction.

[0092] When attaching the Peltier element unit 30 according to the first embodiment to the temperature control device 1, first, each of the multiple (e.g., 4) protrusions 52 enters the multiple (e.g., 4) gaps 46 in the axial direction L along the axis line AX of the main body. As a result, the inner flange 37 and the ring fastener 50 sandwich the fabric of the temperature control device 1. Subsequently, the main body and the ring fastener 50 are rotated relative to each other, and with the fabric of the temperature control device 1 sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the ring fastener 50, the movement of each of the multiple protrusions 52 is restricted by the respective restricting portion 44 that they have overcome. Furthermore, as each of the multiple protrusions 52 engages with each of the restricting portions 44, the Peltier element unit 30 is attached to the temperature control device 1 with the fabric of the temperature control device 1 sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the ring fastener 50. Therefore, a person can attach the Peltier element unit 30 to the temperature control device 1 with a single touch. Furthermore, by rotating the main body and the ring fastener 50 relative to each other, the points of engagement with each of the multiple protrusions 52 can be changed in stages. As a result, if the thickness of the fabric of the mounting device body 2 is approximately 3 mm, each of the multiple protrusions 52 engages with each of the multiple first restricting parts 44A, allowing the Peltier element unit 30 to be attached to the temperature control mounting device 1. If the thickness of the fabric of the mounting device body 2 is approximately 2 mm, each of the multiple protrusions 52 engages with each of the second restricting parts 44B, allowing the Peltier element unit 30 to be attached to the temperature control mounting device 1. If the thickness of the fabric of the mounting device body 2 is approximately 1 mm, each of the multiple protrusions 52 engages with each of the third restricting parts 44C, allowing the Peltier element unit 30 to be attached to the temperature control mounting device 1. Therefore, regardless of the thickness of the fabric of the mounting device body 2, a person can attach the Peltier element unit 30 to the temperature control mounting device 1 in accordance with that thickness. Therefore, it becomes easy to attach the Peltier element unit 30 according to the first embodiment to the fabric of the temperature control attachment 1, thereby improving the ease of use of the temperature control attachment 1. Furthermore, even if the unit mounting portion 11 is repeatedly clamped between the inner flange 37 and the ring fastener 50, the unit mounting portion 11 is less likely to undergo plastic deformation.Therefore, even when the Peltier element unit 30 is attached to the temperature control mounting device 1, it is possible to prevent rattling or damage to the unit mounting part 11.

[0093] <Regarding the air intake and exhaust ports> The interior of the Peltier element unit 30 will be explained using Figure 17. Figure 17 is a partial cross-sectional view of the Peltier element unit according to the first embodiment. Note that Figure 17 is a partial cross-sectional view of the Peltier element unit 30 (first Peltier element unit 30A, second Peltier element unit 30B).

[0094] As shown in Figure 17, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) and cylindrical portion 34 of the Peltier element unit 30 (first and second Peltier element units 30A and 30B) are attached to the body side of the wearer HM wearing the temperature control device 1.

[0095] As shown in Figure 17, the cylindrical portion 34 has an air intake port 36 for drawing air from the body side of the wearer HM wearing the temperature control device 1 into the Peltier element unit 30. As shown in Figure 17, the lid portion 32 has an exhaust port 33 for discharging the air that has been heated by contacting the heat exchange surface 38 and heat dissipation fins 39 with the air drawn in from the air intake port 36 to the outside of the Peltier element unit 30.

[0096] In the Peltier element unit 30 according to the first embodiment, for example, air taken in from an intake port 36 formed in the cylindrical portion 34 comes into contact with the heat exchange surface 38 and the heat dissipation fins 39. When the air flowing in from the intake port 36 comes into contact with the heat exchange surface 38 and the heat dissipation fins 39, heat exchange occurs on the heat exchange surface 38. The air that has undergone heat exchange by coming into contact with the heat exchange surface 38 and the heat dissipation fins 39 is carried toward the exhaust port 33 by the wind generated by the rotation of the exhaust fan 41 driven by the heat exhaust drive unit 42, and is discharged from the exhaust port 33.

[0097] <Regarding the first connecting member> Next, the first connecting member 3A will be described using Figures 18 to 23. Figure 18 is a front view showing the first connecting member according to the first embodiment. Figure 19 is a cross-sectional view taken along line BB of Figure 18. Figure 20 is a cross-sectional view of the first connecting portion in the closed state according to the first embodiment. Figure 21 is a cross-sectional view of the first connecting portion in the open state according to the first embodiment.

[0098] First, the configuration of the first connecting member 3A will be explained using Figures 18 and 19. As shown in Figures 18 and 19, the first connecting member 3A has a first connecting portion 4 for clamping and holding a person's wearable item (for example, a hat CP), a first mounting member 5 connected to the first connecting portion 4, and an adjustment member 8 that can adjust the length of the first mounting member 5. The first mounting member 5 has a connecting portion 6 at one end 5A that can be connected to the mounting device body 2. The adjustment member 8 can maintain the distance between the first connecting portion 4 and the connecting portion 6 by overlapping and clamping the first mounting member 5. By changing the point where the adjustment member 8 overlaps and clamps the first mounting member 5, it is possible to adjust the distance between the first connecting portion 4 and the connecting portion 6. The first mounting member 5 is made of synthetic resin fibers such as silicone, nylon, and polyester.

[0099] <Regarding the first connection section 4> Next, the first connecting portion 4 will be described using Figures 18 to 21. As shown in Figures 19 to 21, the first connecting portion 4 has a clamping operation portion 60 that can be operated by a person, a movable clamping portion 61 that can be opened and closed via a pivot point 65 by operation of the clamping operation portion 60, a movable clamped portion 62, a through hole 64 for passing the first mounting member 5, and a pivot point 65. The movable clamping portion 61 and the movable clamped portion 62 are formed in a flat plate shape.

[0100] As shown in Figure 19, the first connecting portion 4 and the first mounting member 5 can be connected by passing the other end 5B of the first mounting member 5 through the through hole 64 and then overlapping and clamping the first mounting member 5 with the adjustment member 8. When the first connecting portion 4 is in the closed state, the movable clamping portion 61 and the movable clamped portion 62 are arranged facing each other, as shown in Figures 18 to 20.

[0101] <Regarding the open / closed state of the first connection part 4> The open and closed states of the first connection part 4 will be explained using Figures 20 and 21. As shown in Figure 20, when the first connection part 4 is in the closed state, a person pulls the clamping operation part 60 toward the movable clamping part 61. As a result, as shown in Figure 20, the movable clamping part 61 rises via the fulcrum 65, and the first connection part 4 opens. Also, as shown in Figure 21, when the first connection part 4 is in the open state, a person wearing the temperature adjustment device 1 pushes the clamping operation part 60 toward the movable clamped part 62. As a result, as shown in Figure 22, the movable clamping part 61 descends via the fulcrum 65, and the first connection part 4 closes.

[0102] As shown in Figure 22, the movable clamping portion 61 has an auxiliary member 63 on its upper contact surface 61A, which can come into contact with a part of the wearable item (e.g., hat CP, backpack RS), to assist in the state in which the wearable item (e.g., hat CP, backpack RS) is clamped and held. As shown in Figure 22, the movable clamping portion 62 has an auxiliary member 63 on its lower contact surface 62A, which can come into contact with the wearable item (e.g., hat CP, backpack RS), to assist in the state in which the wearable item (e.g., hat CP, backpack RS) is clamped and held. For example, the auxiliary member 63 corresponds to the auxiliary member of this disclosure.

[0103] <Regarding connecting section 6> Next, the connecting portion 6 will be described using Figures 18 and 19. As shown in Figures 18 and 19, the connecting portion 6, which is located at one end 5A of the first mounting member 5, is composed of a surface portion 6A and a back portion 6B. The surface portion 6A has a protrusion 70 (an example of a protrusion in this disclosure) for engaging with a recess 71 of the back portion 6B. The back portion 6B also has a recess 71 (an example of a recess in this disclosure) for engaging with the protrusion 70 of the surface portion 6A.

[0104] <Regarding the connection method of the first connecting member 3A> Next, the method of connecting the mounting device body 2 and the first connecting member 3A will be explained using Figures 22 and 23. Figure 22 is a cross-sectional view when the connecting part is fitted into the circular opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. Figure 23 is a cross-sectional view when the connecting part is fitted into the circular opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. Although Figures 22 and 23 illustrate the connection between the first circular opening to be connected 9A and the connecting part 6, the connection between the other circular openings to be connected (second circular opening to be connected 9B, third circular opening to be connected 9C, fourth circular opening to be connected 9D) and the connecting part 6 is similar.

[0105] First, using Figure 22, we will explain how to connect the connecting part 6 to the first connectable circular opening 9A of the mounting device body 2. As shown in Figure 22, the person faces the first connectable circular opening 9A of the mounting device body 2 and the convex part 70 of the surface part 6A of the connecting part 6, and faces the first connectable circular opening 9A of the mounting device body 2 and the concave part 71 of the back surface part 6B of the connecting part 6. Next, the person presses the surface part 6A of the connecting part 6 toward the mounting device body 2, thereby inserting the convex part 70 of the surface part 6A into the first connectable circular opening 9A of the mounting device body 2.

[0106] Next, the person inserts the protrusion 70 of the surface portion 6A of the connecting portion 6 into the first circular opening 9A of the mounting device body 2, and then brings the back portion 6B of the connecting portion 6 into contact with the mounting device body 2, pressing the surface portion 6A and the back portion 6B toward the mounting device body 2. Subsequently, as shown in Figure 23, the person engages the recess 71 of the back portion 6B with the protrusion 70 of the surface portion 6A of the connecting portion 6. As a result, the mounting device body 2 and the first connecting member 3A are connected, as shown in Figure 23.

[0107] <Regarding the second connecting member> Next, the second connecting member 3B will be described using Figures 24 to 28. Figure 24 is a front view showing the second connecting member according to the first embodiment. Figure 25 is a cross-sectional view taken along line CC of Figure 24. Figure 26 is an explanatory diagram showing the second connecting member being passed through the elongated opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. Figure 27 is an explanatory diagram showing the second connecting member having been passed through the elongated opening to be connected according to the first embodiment. Figure 28 is an explanatory diagram showing the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member connected according to the first embodiment.

[0108] The second connecting member 3B will be described using Figures 24 and 25. As shown in Figures 24 and 25, the second connecting member 3B has a first connecting portion 4 for clamping and holding a person's wearable item (e.g., a backpack RS), and a second mounting member 7 (an example of a mounting member in this disclosure) connected to the first connecting portion 4. A hook-and-loop fastener 80 is attached to one end 7A of the second mounting member 7, and a hook-and-loop fastener 80 is also attached to the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7. The hook-and-loop fastener 80 at one end 7A of the second mounting member 7 can be engaged with the hook-and-loop fastener 80 at the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7. The first connecting portion 4 of the second connecting member 3B is the same as the first connecting portion 4 of the first connecting member 3A. The second mounting member 7 is made of synthetic resin fibers such as silicone, nylon, or polyester. For example, the hook fastener 80 at one end 7A of the second mounting member 7 corresponds to the first engaging member of this disclosure. For example, the hook fastener 80 at the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7 corresponds to the second engaging member of this disclosure.

[0109] As shown in Figures 24 and 25, the first connecting portion 4 and the second mounting member 7 are connected by engaging the hook fastener 80 on one end 7A of the second mounting member 7 with the hook fastener 80 on the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7 through the through hole 64 at the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7.

[0110] <Regarding the connection method of the second connecting member 3B> Next, the method of connecting the mounting device body 2 and the second connecting member 3B will be explained using Figures 26 to 28. Figures 26 to 28 illustrate the connection between the first connected rectangular opening 10A and the second connecting member 3B. However, the connection between the other connected rectangular openings 10 (second connected rectangular opening 10B, third connected rectangular opening 10C, fourth connected rectangular opening 10D) and the second connecting member 3B is similar.

[0111] First, as shown in Figure 26, the person separates one end 7A of the second mounting member 7 of the second connecting member 3B from the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7 of the second connecting member 3B, and passes one end 7A of the second mounting member 7 of the second connecting member 3B through the first elongated opening 10A of the mounting device body 2. As a result, as shown in Figure 27, the second mounting member 7 of the second connecting member 3B passes through the first elongated opening 10A of the mounting device body 2.

[0112] Next, as shown in Figure 27, with the second mounting member 7 of the second connecting member 3B passing through the first elongated opening 10A of the mounting device body 2, the person engages the hook-and-loop fastener 80 at one end 7A of the second mounting member 7 with the hook-and-loop fastener 80 at the other end 7B of the second mounting member 7. As a result, as shown in Figure 28, the mounting device body 2 and the second connecting member 3B are connected with the second mounting member 7 passing through the first elongated opening 10A.

[0113] <About the control unit> Next, the configuration of the operating unit 100 provided in the temperature control device 1 will be described using Figure 29. Figure 29 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the operating unit provided in the temperature control device 1 according to the first embodiment.

[0114] As shown in Figure 29, the operation unit 100 includes a control unit 101, an operation unit 102, a display unit 103, etc. Within the operation unit 100, the operation unit 102 and the display unit 103 are electrically connected to the control unit 101.

[0115] The operation unit 102 is configured to allow operation to switch the power supply to the Peltier element PE on or off for the first and second Peltier element units 30A and 30B by pressing a button located on the upper surface of the operation unit 100. Furthermore, the operation unit 102 is configured to allow operation to switch the power supply to the motor (not shown) that rotates the heat dissipation fan 41 on or off by pressing a button located on the upper surface of the operation unit 100. The display unit 103 is located on the upper surface of the operation unit 100 and is configured to allow selective illumination from multiple colors.

[0116] When the press-button on the operating section 102 on the upper surface of the operating unit 100 is pressed, the control unit 101 reverses the direction of the DC current supplied from the portable battery to the Peltier element PE, based on a predetermined operating mode different from the on / off switching operation of the power supply. This makes it possible to switch the polarity of the current supplied to the first and second Peltier element units 30A and 30B.

[0117] In the Peltier element unit 30, when the direction of the DC current supplied to the Peltier element PE is reversed, the functions of one surface and the other surface are reversed. Therefore, if the control unit 101 is configured to reverse the polarity of the current supplied to the Peltier element PE, the heat transfer surface 31 can be selectively varied by the control unit 101 between a cooling surface 31A cooled by heat absorption and a heating surface 31B heated by heat generation. As a result, the cooling surface 31A and the heating surface 31B are swapped on the heat transfer surface 31. If the control unit 101 does not have a function to switch the direction of the current to the Peltier element PE, the heat transfer surface 31 will be either the cooling surface 31A or the heating surface 31B.

[0118] Next, the operation and effects of the temperature control device 1 according to the first embodiment will be described.

[0119] In a temperature-regulating device 1 to which a Peltier element unit 30 having a Peltier element PE according to the first embodiment and including a heat transfer surface 31 that is cooled or heated by the Peltier element PE can be attached, the temperature-regulating device 1 has a device body 2 to which the Peltier element unit 30 can be attached, and a plurality of connecting members 3 that can be connected to the device body 2, the device body 2 has a plurality of connectable circular openings 9 and connectable rectangular openings 10 for connecting to the connecting members 3, and the connecting members 3 have a first connecting part 4 that can be connected to a person's clothing, and the part in which the heat transfer surface 31 comes into contact with the body can be adjusted by connecting a required number of connectable circular openings 9 and connectable rectangular openings 10 to the connecting members 3 and connecting the first connecting part 4 to a person's clothing.

[0120] According to the temperature-regulating device 1 of the first embodiment, for example, a person connects the first connecting member 3A to two locations (for example, the first connected circular opening 9A and the second connected circular opening 9B) necessary for attaching the temperature-regulating device 1 to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN). Furthermore, the person connects the first connecting portions 4 of the two first connecting members 3A to the person's clothing (for example, a hat CP). This allows the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) of the temperature-regulating device 1 attached to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) to be adjusted to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) where it contacts the body. On the other hand, the person connects the second connecting member 3B to two locations (for example, the first connected elongated opening 10A and the second connected elongated opening 10B) necessary for attaching the temperature-regulating device 1 to the back NC. Furthermore, a person can connect, for example, the first connection portion 4 of the two second connecting members 3B to their clothing (e.g., a backpack RS). This allows the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) of the temperature adjustment device 1, which is attached to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN), to be adjusted to the back NC. Therefore, simply by using the temperature adjustment device 1, the contact area of ​​the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) can be adjusted not only to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) but also to the back NC, making it easy to use. Thus, a versatile and user-friendly temperature adjustment device 1 can be provided to a person.

[0121] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment, the device body 2 includes a flexible material.

[0122] The body temperature controller described in Patent Document 1 is highly rigid, causing it to shift from the neck due to the wearer's movements, and the heat transfer surface to move away from its contact point with the body. However, according to the temperature control device 1 of the first embodiment, the device body 2, which includes a flexible material, is fitted with the Peltier element units (first Peltier element unit 30A, second Peltier element unit 30B). As a result, even if the wearer HM moves, for example, the device body 2, which includes a flexible material, can accommodate that movement. Therefore, the heat transfer surfaces 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element units (first Peltier element unit 30A, second Peltier element unit 30B) are less likely to shift from the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) or the back NC. Therefore, it is possible to provide a temperature-regulating device 1 that is less likely to cause discomfort to the wearer HM, such as the wearer HM feeling that the temperature is not being properly regulated by the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) due to the wearer HM's movements.

[0123] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment, the plurality of connectable parts include, for example, a connectable circular opening 9 located in one part of the device body 2 and a connectable elongated opening 10 located in another part of the device body 2. At least one of the following can be selected: adjusting the part of the body to which the heat transfer surface 31 contacts the body to a first contact area (for example, the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN)) by connecting a required number of connectable circular openings 9 to a first connecting member 3A and connecting the hat CP to a first connecting part 4 of the first connecting member 3A; or adjusting the part of the body to which the heat transfer surface 31 contacts the body to a second contact area (for example, the back NC) by connecting a required number of connectable elongated openings 10 to a second connecting member 3B and connecting the backpack RS to a first connecting part 4 of the second connecting member 3B.

[0124] According to the temperature-regulating device 1 of the first embodiment, a person connects the first connecting member 3A to the first and second connecting circular openings 9A and 9B, respectively, from among the four connecting circular openings 9. Furthermore, the person connects the first connecting parts 4 of the two first connecting members 3A to the person's clothing (e.g., a hat CP), allowing the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) to be adjusted to cool or warm the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN). On the other hand, the person connects the second connecting member 3B to the first and second connecting rectangular openings 10A and 10B, respectively, from among the four connecting rectangular openings 10. Furthermore, a person can, for example, connect the first connection portion 4 of the two second connecting members 3B to their clothing (e.g., a backpack RS), allowing the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) to be adjusted to cool or warm the back NC they wish to warm. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 to be brought into contact with a selected area from among several areas where the temperature adjustment device 1 is to be worn. Therefore, a temperature adjustment device 1 can be provided that can meet the diverse needs of various people.

[0125] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment, the first contact area is the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN), and the second contact area is the back NC.

[0126] According to the temperature-controlled wearable device 1 of the first embodiment, a person can, for example, connect the first connecting member 3A to the first connected circular opening 9A and the second connected circular opening 9B, respectively, from among the four connected circular openings 9. Furthermore, by connecting the first connecting portions 4 of the two first connecting members 3A to the person's clothing (e.g., a hat CP), the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) can be adjusted to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) where contact is desired. On the other hand, a person can, for example, connect the second connecting member 3B to the first connected elongated opening 10A and the second connected elongated opening 10B, respectively, from among the four connected elongated openings 10. Furthermore, by connecting the first connecting portions 4 of the two second connecting members 3B to the person's clothing (e.g., a backpack RS), the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) can be adjusted to the back NC where contact is desired. This allows for the flexibility to choose where to connect the connecting member 3 for attaching the temperature control device 1, depending on the area to which the heat transfer surface 31 is to be in contact. Therefore, it is possible to meet the needs of various people and provide a temperature control device 1 that is very easy for people to use.

[0127] In the temperature-regulating attachment device 1 according to the first embodiment, the first connecting member 3A has a connecting portion 6 that can be connected to a circular opening 9 to be connected, the circular opening 9 to be connected is an opening for connecting to the connecting portion 6, the connecting portion 6 has a convex portion 70 and a concave portion 71, and the attachment device body 2 and the first connecting member 3A are connected by fitting the convex portion 70 and the concave portion 71 together when the convex portion 70 is inserted through the circular opening 9 to be connected.

[0128] According to this embodiment, when a person wants to connect the main body of the attachment 2 and the first connecting member 3A, they insert the protrusion 70 of the connecting part 6 into the circular opening 9 to be connected, and then engage the protrusion 70 with the recess 71, thereby connecting the main body of the attachment 2 and the first connecting member 3A. For example, a worker working outdoors in extreme heat can easily engage the protrusion 70 with the recess 71 to connect the main body of the attachment 2 and the first connecting member 3A, and then connect the first connection part 4 of the first connecting member 3A to the hat CP. As a result, the worker can attach the temperature-regulating attachment 1 to the hat CP in a short time and cool the back of their neck (left back LN, right back RN) with the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B), providing a more user-friendly temperature-regulating attachment 1 to the person.

[0129] In the temperature control attachment device 1 according to the first embodiment, the second connecting member 3B has a second attachment member 7 that can be connected to the elongated opening 10 to be connected, the elongated opening 10 to be connected is an opening for passing the second attachment member 7 through, one end 7A of the second attachment member 7 has a hook-and-loop fastener 80, and the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7 has a hook-and-loop fastener 80 that can engage with the hook-and-loop fastener 80, and the attachment device body 2 and the second connecting member 3B are connected when the hook-and-loop fastener 80 on one end 7A of the second attachment member 7, which has passed through the elongated opening 10 to be connected, engages with the hook-and-loop fastener 80.

[0130] According to this embodiment, when a person wants to connect the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member 3B, they first pass one end 7A of the second attachment member 7 through the elongated opening 10. Next, the person engages the hook-and-loop fastener 80 of one end 7A of the second attachment member 7, which has passed through the elongated opening 10, with the hook-and-loop fastener 80 of the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7, thereby connecting the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member 3B. As a result, for example, a worker working outdoors in extreme heat can attach the temperature-regulating attachment 1 simply by connecting the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member 3B and connecting the first connection part 4 of the second connecting member 3B to the backpack RS. Therefore, the temperature-regulating attachment 1 can be attached in a short time, and the back NC can be cooled by the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B), providing a more user-friendly temperature-regulating attachment 1 to the person.

[0131] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment, the first connection part 4 can be connected to the hat CP or backpack RS by clamping onto the hat CP or backpack RS.

[0132] According to the temperature-regulating device 1 of the first embodiment, a person attaches the temperature-regulating device 1 to a hat CP by connecting the first connecting member 3A to the first connected circular opening 9A and the second connected circular opening 9B. Furthermore, the first connecting portion 4 of the two first connecting members 3A clamps the hat CP. As a result, a worker working outdoors in extreme heat can attach the temperature-regulating device 1 to the hat CP simply by having the first connecting portion 4 of the first connecting member 3A, which is connected to the device body 2, clamp the hat CP. Therefore, a more user-friendly temperature-regulating device 1 can be provided, which allows the temperature-regulating device 1 to be attached in a short time and the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) of the worker wearing the hat CP to be cooled by the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B).

[0133] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the first embodiment, the first connection part 4 has an auxiliary member 63 that assists in the state in which the hat CP or backpack RS is clamped and connected.

[0134] According to the temperature-regulating device 1 of the first embodiment, the auxiliary member 63 of the first connection part 4 can maintain the state in which the hat CP and backpack RS are clamped and connected. This prevents the hat CP and backpack RS from being released from being clamped and connected to the first connection part 4 due to the movements of the wearer HM.

[0135] <Second Embodiment> The features of the temperature control device 1 of the second embodiment will be described in detail below. Unless otherwise specified, the temperature control device 1 of the first embodiment is also applicable to the second embodiment. Of course, the configurations of the first embodiment and the second embodiment below may be combined as appropriate. Technical features in the first embodiment and the second embodiment below may be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

[0136] For example, in the first embodiment, the temperature control device 1 was attached to a backpack RS worn by a person so that the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 could come into contact with the wearer's back NC. However, it is not limited to this. For example, in the second embodiment, the temperature control device 1 may be attached to the collar CL of a person's jacket so that the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 can come into contact with the wearer's back NC. Furthermore, the temperature control device 1 in the second embodiment may be equipped with a retaining member 12 to prevent the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 from shifting from its position in contact with the back NC.

[0137] Using Figure 30, an example of the temperature control device 1 according to the second embodiment being attached to a backpack RS carried on a person's back will be explained. Figure 30 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the temperature control device according to the second embodiment being attached to the wearer's back. In Figure 30, the person is wearing the temperature control device 1 so that the heat transfer surface 31 can indirectly come into contact with the wearer through their outer clothing, and is also wearing an outer garment.

[0138] As shown in Figure 30, the temperature-regulating device 1 is connectable to a first connecting member 3A for connecting to a person's clothing (for example, the collar CL of a jacket). For example, the collar CL of a jacket corresponds to the clothing in this disclosure.

[0139] As shown in Figure 30, if a person wants to bring the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) into contact with their back NC, they connect the first connecting member 3A to each of the two connecting circular openings 9 required for attachment, which are 4 or less in number, in order to connect the temperature control device 1 to the backpack RS. Then, it is possible to use the temperature control device 1 by connecting the two first connecting members 3A to the collar CL of the jacket the person is wearing. Specifically, as shown in Figure 30, a person can attach the temperature control device 1 to the collar CL by connecting the two first connecting members 3A to the collar CL. When the temperature control device 1 is attached to the collar CL, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the temperature control device 1 will, for example, cool or warm the wearer's back NC. Specifically, as shown in Figure 30, the first Peltier element unit 30A is configured such that when the temperature control device 1 is attached, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) can be positioned on the right side of the wearer's back NC. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 of the first Peltier element unit 30A to cool or heat the right side of the wearer's back NC. As shown in Figure 1, the second Peltier element unit 30B is configured such that when the temperature control device 1 is attached, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) can be positioned on the left side of the wearer's back NC. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 of the second Peltier element unit 30B to cool or heat the left side of the wearer's back NC.

[0140] As shown in Figure 30, a retaining member 12 (an example of a retaining member in this disclosure) is attached to the lower part of the main body 2 of the temperature-regulating device 1. The retaining member 12 is shaped and sized to fit between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of the wearer HM. As a result, as shown in Figure 30, when the temperature-regulating device 1 is worn, the retaining member 12 attached to the temperature-regulating device 1 fits snugly between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) from shifting away from the position where it contacts the wearer HM's back NC. The retaining member 12 is made of synthetic resin fibers such as silicone, nylon, polyester, or urethane foam.

[0141] <Regarding the temperature control device 1 according to the second embodiment> Next, the temperature control device 1 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 31 and 32. Figure 31 is a rear view showing the back surface of the temperature control device with the retaining member according to the second embodiment attached. Figure 32 is a front view showing the front surface of the temperature control device with the retaining member according to the second embodiment attached.

[0142] As shown in Figures 31 and 32, the temperature control device 1 comprises a device body 2 and a Peltier element unit 30, etc. As shown in Figures 31 and 32, a retaining member 12 is connected to the lower part of the device body 2 of the temperature control device 1.

[0143] <Regarding the retaining member 12> Next, the retaining member 12 will be described using Figures 33 to 36. Figure 33 is a front view showing the surface of the retaining member according to the second embodiment. Figure 34 is a rear view showing the back surface of the retaining member according to the second embodiment. Figure 35 is a cross-sectional view taken along line DD of Figure 33. Figure 36 is a cross-sectional view taken along line EE of Figure 34. The left direction, right direction, up direction, and down direction shown in Figures 33 and 34 refer to the left direction, right direction, up direction, and down direction from the surface 12SF of the retaining member 12. The left direction is defined as the left side L, the right direction as the right side R, the up direction as the upper side U, and the down direction as the lower side W.

[0144] As shown in Figure 33, the surface 12SF of the retaining member 12 does not have any protrusions (first protrusion 12A, second protrusion 12B, third protrusion 12C) that can be fitted into the connected circular opening 9 or the connected rectangular opening 10. As shown in Figures 34 to 36, the back surface 12BC of the retaining member 12 is provided with a first protrusion 12A that can be fitted into the third connected circular opening 9C. As shown in Figures 34 to 36, the back surface 12BC of the retaining member 12 is provided with a third protrusion 12C that can be fitted into the fourth connected circular opening 9D. As shown in Figures 34 to 36, the back surface 12BC of the retaining member 12 is provided with a second protrusion 12B that can be fitted into the fourth connected rectangular opening 10D.

[0145] As shown in Figures 33 and 34, the retaining member 12 is a roughly trapezoidal shape having an upper base 12D, a lower base 12E, a right side surface 12G that tapers from the right end of the upper base 12D toward the right end of the lower base 12E, and a left side surface 12H that tapers from the left end of the upper base 12D toward the left end of the lower base 12E. As shown in Figures 33 and 34, the upper base 12D of the retaining member 12 is longer than the lower base 12E. As shown in Figures 33 and 34, the edge of the upper base 12D is provided with two recesses 12F that are recessed toward the lower base 12E, so as to be in line with the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the mounting device body 2 to which the retaining member 12 is connected. The recesses 12F prevent the retaining member 12 from coming into contact with and interfering with the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the mounting device body 2. The retaining member 12 has a right side surface 12G and a left side surface 12H, so that it is shaped and sized to fit between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC. The shape and size of the retaining member 12, which fits snugly between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC, prevents the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) from shifting away from the point where it contacts the wearer HM's back NC.

[0146] <Regarding the method of attaching the retaining member 12 to the mounting device body 2> Next, the method of attaching the retaining member 12 to the mounting device body 2 will be explained using Figure 37. Figure 37 is an explanatory diagram showing the method of attaching the retaining member to the mounting device body according to the second embodiment. The left direction, right direction, upward direction, and downward direction shown in Figure 37 refer to the left direction, right direction, upward direction, and downward direction from the surface 12SF of the retaining member 12. The left direction is defined as the left side L, the right direction as the right side R, the upward direction as the upper side U, and the downward direction as the lower side W.

[0147] First, as shown in Figure 37, the person positions the lower part of the back surface 2A of the mounting device body 2 and the back surface 12BC of the retaining member 12 facing each other. Next, as shown in Figure 37, the person moves the retaining member 12 toward the back surface 2A of the mounting device body 2 in order to fit the first protrusion 12A into the third connected circular opening 9C, the second protrusion 12B into the fourth connected rectangular opening 10D, and the third protrusion 12C into the fourth connected circular opening 9D. Furthermore, with the first protrusion 12A fitted into the third connected circular opening 9C, the second protrusion 12B into the fourth connected rectangular opening 10D, and the third protrusion 12C into the fourth connected circular opening 9D, the person presses the retaining member 12 toward the mounting device body 2. As a result, as shown in Figures 31 and 32, the retaining member 12 is attached to the lower part of the mounting device body 2.

[0148] Next, the operation and effects of the temperature control device 1 according to the second embodiment will be described.

[0149] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the second embodiment, a retaining member 12 can be connected to the device body 2 to maintain a state in which the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) is in contact with the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN).

[0150] According to the temperature control device 1 of the second embodiment, the holding member 12 connected to the device body 2 of the temperature control device 1 can maintain the state in which the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) is in contact with the back NC. This prevents the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) from shifting away from the back NC due to the movement of the wearer HM.

[0151] In the temperature-regulating device 1 according to the second embodiment, when the temperature-regulating device 1, with the retaining member 12 connected to the device body 2, is worn, the retaining member 12 can be positioned to face each other between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of a person.

[0152] According to the temperature-controlled attachment device 1 of the second embodiment, when the temperature-controlled attachment device 1, which has a retaining member 12 connected to the attachment device body 2, is attached, the retaining member 12 is positioned to face the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of the wearer HM. As a result, even if the wearer HM moves, the retaining member 12 fits snugly between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of the wearer HM, thus further preventing the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) from shifting away from the back NC with which it is in contact.

[0153] <Third Embodiment> The features of the temperature control device 1 of the third embodiment will be described in detail below. Unless otherwise specified, the temperature control device 1 of the first embodiment or the temperature control device 1 of the second embodiment may also be applied to the third embodiment. Of course, the configurations of the first embodiment, the second embodiment and the third embodiment below may be combined as appropriate. Technical features in the first embodiment, the second embodiment and the third embodiment below may be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

[0154] For example, in the first embodiment, the temperature-regulating device 1 was attached to a hat CP worn by a person such that the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the temperature-regulating device 1 was in contact with the back of the neck (right back of the neck RN, left back of the neck LN). However, it is not limited to this. For example, in the third embodiment, the temperature-regulating device 1 may be attached to a protective helmet HL worn by a person such that the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 was in contact with the back of the neck (right back of the neck RN, left back of the neck LN). For example, the protective helmet HL corresponds to the wearable garment of this disclosure.

[0155] Using Figure 38, we will explain an example of how the temperature control device 1 is attached to a protective helmet HL worn by a person. Figure 38 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of how the temperature control device according to the third embodiment is attached to the wearer's neck.

[0156] As shown in Figure 38, the main body 2 of the temperature-regulating device 1 is connectable to a third connecting member 3C (an example of the first connecting member in this disclosure) which can be connected to a person's clothing (for example, a protective helmet HL).

[0157] As shown in Figure 38, when a person brings the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) into contact with the left back LN or right back RN of their neck, the third connecting member 3C is connected to the two connecting circular openings 9 required for attachment, which are 4 or less in order to connect the temperature adjustment device 1 to the protective helmet HL. Then, the temperature adjustment device 1 can be used with the two third connecting members 3C connected to the protective helmet HL worn by the person. When the temperature adjustment device 1 is connected to the protective helmet HL, the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) of the Peltier element unit 30 attached to the temperature adjustment device 1 cools or warms, for example, the back of the wearer HM's neck (left back LN, right back RN). Specifically, as shown in Figure 38, the first Peltier element unit 30A can be positioned so that its heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) contacts the right rear ridge RN of the wearer HM's neck when the temperature-controlled wearer 1 is attached. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 of the first Peltier element unit 30A to cool or warm the right rear ridge RN of the neck. As shown in Figure 38, the second Peltier element unit 30B can be positioned so that its heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B) contacts the left rear ridge LN of the wearer HM's neck when the temperature-controlled wearer 1 is attached. This allows the heat transfer surface 31 of the second Peltier element unit 30B to cool or warm the left rear ridge LN of the neck.

[0158] <Regarding the temperature control device 1 according to the third embodiment> Next, the temperature control device 1 according to the third embodiment will be described using Figure 39. Figure 39 is an explanatory diagram showing the temperature control device connected to the third connecting member according to the third embodiment.

[0159] As shown in Figure 39, the temperature control device 1 comprises a device body 2 and a Peltier element unit 30, etc. The temperature control device 1 is capable of connecting a third connecting member 3C to the device body 2.

[0160] <Regarding the third connecting member> Next, the third connecting member 3C will be described using Figures 40 and 41. Figure 40 is a front view showing the third connecting member according to the third embodiment. Figure 41 is a cross-sectional view of Figure 40 along the FF line.

[0161] As shown in Figures 40 and 41, the third connecting member 3C has a second connecting portion 13 (an example of a connecting portion in this disclosure) that can be connected to a person's clothing (e.g., a protective helmet HL), a third mounting member 14 equipped with the second connecting portion 13, and a connecting portion 6 that can be connected to the mounting device body 2. The third mounting member 14 has a connecting portion 6 at one end 14A that can be connected to the mounting device body 2, and a second connecting portion 13 at the other end 14B that can be connected to a person's clothing (e.g., a protective helmet HL). The connecting portion 6 of the third connecting member 3C is the same as the connecting portion 6 of the first connecting member 3A. The third mounting member 14 is made of synthetic resin fibers such as silicone, nylon, or polyester.

[0162] <Regarding the second connection section 13> Next, the second connecting portion 13 will be described using Figure 41. As shown in Figure 41, the second connecting portion 13 has an upper magnet clamping portion 91 and a lower magnet clamping portion 92. The upper magnet clamping portion 91 and the lower magnet clamping portion 92 are formed in a flat plate shape.

[0163] As shown in Figure 41, the upper magnet clamping portion 91 is provided with an upper magnet surface 93 (an example of an auxiliary member of this disclosure) having a plurality of protrusions 95. As shown in Figure 41, the lower magnet clamping portion 92 is provided with a lower magnet surface 94 (an example of an auxiliary member of this disclosure) having a plurality of recesses 96 that can engage with the plurality of protrusions 95.

[0164] <Regarding the open / closed state of the second connection part 13> The open and closed states of the second connection part 13 will be explained using Figures 42 and 43. Figure 42 is a cross-sectional view of the second connection part before it is connected to the protective helmet in the third embodiment. Figure 43 is a cross-sectional view of the second connection part connected to the protective helmet in the third embodiment.

[0165] As shown in Figure 42, when a person connects the second connection part 13 to the protective helmet HL, they face the upper magnet clamping part 91 and the lower magnet clamping part 92, and place the person's clothing (for example, the protective helmet HL) between the upper magnet clamping part 91 and the lower magnet clamping part 92. Next, the person brings the lower magnet surface 94 of the lower magnet clamping part 92 into contact with the person's clothing (for example, the protective helmet HL), and then brings the upper magnet clamping part 91 into contact with the person's clothing (for example, the protective helmet HL). As a result, as shown in Figure 43, the person's clothing (for example, the protective helmet HL) is sandwiched between the upper magnet clamping part 91 and the lower magnet clamping part 92, thereby connecting the second connection part 13 to the person's clothing (for example, the protective helmet HL).

[0166] As shown in Figure 43, the upper magnetic surface 93 and the lower magnetic surface 94 that sandwich the person's clothing (e.g., protective helmet HL) attract each other by magnetic force, making it difficult for the connection between the second connecting part 13 and the person's clothing (e.g., protective helmet HL) to come loose. As shown in Figure 43, the multiple protrusions 95 on the upper magnetic surface 93 and the multiple recesses 96 on the lower magnetic surface 94 catch on the person's clothing (e.g., protective helmet HL), making it even more difficult for the connection between the second connecting part 13 and the person's clothing (e.g., protective helmet HL) to come loose.

[0167] Next, the operation and effects of the temperature control device 1 according to the third embodiment will be described.

[0168] According to the temperature-controlled wearable device 1 of the third embodiment, a person can, for example, connect the third connecting member 3C to the first connected circular opening 9A and the second connected circular opening 9B, respectively, from among the four connected circular openings 9. Furthermore, by, for example, connecting the second connection portions 13 of the two third connecting members 3C to the hat CP, the person can adjust the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) where they want it to make contact. This allows the part of the neck to which the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B) makes contact to be adjusted to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) using the third connecting member 3C instead of the first connecting member 3A. Therefore, not only the first connecting member 3A but also the third connecting member 3C can be used, increasing versatility and providing a more user-friendly temperature-controlled wearable device 1 to the person.

[0169] According to the temperature-regulating device 1 of the third embodiment, a person connects the third connecting member 3C to the first connected circular opening 9A and the second connected circular opening 9B in order to attach the temperature-regulating device 1 to a protective helmet HL. Furthermore, the person clamps the helmet CP between the second connecting portions 13 of the two third connecting members 3C. As a result, the person can attach the temperature-regulating device 1 to the protective helmet HL simply by having the second connecting portions 13 of the third connecting member 3C, which is connected to the device body 2, clamp the protective helmet HL. Therefore, it is possible to provide a more user-friendly temperature-regulating device 1 that can be attached in a short time and the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) of the worker wearing the protective helmet HL be cooled by the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A, heating surface 31B).

[0170] According to the temperature-regulating device 1 of the third embodiment, when the protective helmet HL is sandwiched between the upper magnetic clamping portion 91 and the lower magnetic clamping portion 92 of the second connecting portion 13, the upper magnetic surface 93 and the lower magnetic surface 94 attract each other by magnetic force, thus maintaining the state in which the protective helmet HL is sandwiched and connected. Furthermore, the upper magnetic surface 93 has a plurality of protrusions 95, and the lower magnetic surface 94 has a plurality of recesses 96 that can engage with the protrusions 95. This makes it possible to better maintain the state in which the protective helmet HL is sandwiched between the upper magnetic clamping portion 91 and the lower magnetic clamping portion 92. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the protective helmet HL from being released from being sandwiched and connected to the second connecting portion 13 due to the movement of the wearer HM.

[0171] Although the present disclosure has been described above in reference to embodiments, the present disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments and can be modified and applied as appropriate without departing from its essence.

[0172] In the above embodiment, a temperature control device 1 provided with two unit mounting sections 11 was given. However, it is not limited thereto. The number, position, and arrangement of the unit mounting sections 11 provided on the temperature control device 1 can be appropriately changed according to the product specifications, such as the intended use of the temperature control device (product) and the physique of the wearer HM.

[0173] In each of the above embodiments, the Peltier element unit 30 is attached to a unit mounting portion 11 having a unit insertion hole 11A. However, it is not limited to this. As long as the Peltier element unit 30 is attached so that the heat transfer surface 31 is in close contact with the wearer HM's body when the temperature control wearer 1 is attached, for example, a rail for attaching the Peltier element unit 30 may be provided on the surface of the wearer body 2. With this, it becomes possible to easily attach the Peltier element unit 30 by inserting it into a rail provided on the surface of the wearer body 2, without having to specifically provide a unit insertion hole 11A on the wearer body 2. In addition, for example, a string for attaching the Peltier element unit 30 may be provided on the surface of the wearer body 2. This makes it possible to easily attach the Peltier element unit 30 without having to specifically provide a unit insertion hole 11A on the wearer body 2.

[0174] The temperature control device 1 of the first embodiment described above had two first connecting members 3A and two second connecting members 3B as connecting members 3 that can be connected to the device body 2. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the temperature control device 1 may have three or more first connecting members 3A, or three or more second connecting members 3B.

[0175] The temperature control device 1 of the second embodiment described above had two first connecting members 3A as connecting members 3 that can be connected to the device body 2. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the temperature control device 1 may have three or more first connecting members 3A.

[0176] In the third embodiment described above, the connecting member 3, which can be connected to the mounting device body 2, had two third connecting members 3C. However, it is not limited to this. For example, it may have three or more third connecting members 3C.

[0177] In each of the embodiments described above, a mounting device body 2 having four connectable circular openings 9 was given. However, the invention is not limited thereto. The number, position, and arrangement of connectable circular openings 9 on the mounting device body 2 can be appropriately changed depending on the product specifications, such as the intended use of the temperature control mounting device (product) according to this disclosure.

[0178] In each of the embodiments described above, a mounting device body 2 having four connectable elongated openings 10 was given. However, the invention is not limited thereto. The number, position, and arrangement of the connectable elongated openings 10 on the mounting device body 2 can be appropriately changed depending on the product specifications, such as the intended use of the temperature control mounting device (product) according to this disclosure.

[0179] The first connecting portion 4 in the first and second embodiments described above was configured to clamp a person's clothing with a movable clamping portion 61 that can be opened and closed via a pivot point 65 by operating a clamping operation portion 60, and a movable clamped portion 62. The second connecting portion 13 in the third embodiment described above was configured to clamp with an upper magnetic clamping portion 91 having an upper magnetic surface 93 and a lower magnetic clamping portion 92 having a lower magnetic surface 94. However, the invention is not limited to these. For example, the attachment body 2 may have a fourth connecting member which includes a third connecting portion having a lower clamping portion having a recess and an upper clamping portion having a protrusion that can engage with the recess. In this way, the third connecting portion can be connected to the person's clothing by engaging the recess and the protrusion while the lower clamping portion having the recess and the upper clamping portion having the protrusion are clamping the person's clothing.

[0180] In the first and second embodiments described above, the number of connectable circular openings 9 required to attach the temperature-regulating device 1 to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) was two. However, it is not limited to this. The number of connectable circular openings 9 can be changed as appropriate, as long as it is less than or equal to the total number of connectable circular openings 9 on the device body 2, and is the number of connectable circular openings 9 required to attach the temperature-regulating device 1 to the body.

[0181] In the third embodiment described above, the number of connectable elongated openings 10 required to attach the temperature control device 1 to the back NC was two. However, it is not limited to this. The number of connectable elongated openings 10 can be changed as appropriate, as long as it is less than or equal to the total number of connectable elongated openings 10 on the device body 2, and is the number of connectable elongated openings 10 required to attach it to the body.

[0182] In the first embodiment described above, as shown in Figure 1, an example of attachment was shown in which a first connecting member 3A connected to a first connected circular opening 9A and a first connecting member 3A connected to a second connected circular opening 9B were connected to the hat CP. However, the invention is not limited to this. For example, the temperature adjustment device 1 may be attached to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) by connecting the first connecting member 3A connected to two connected circular openings 9 to the hat CP and connecting the second connecting member 3B connected to two connected elongated openings 10 to the collar CL of the jacket. This prevents the temperature adjustment device 1 from coming off the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) due to the movements of the wearer HM.

[0183] In the first embodiment described above, as shown in Figure 2, an example of attachment was shown in which a second connecting member 3B connected to a first elongated opening 10A and a second connecting member 3B connected to a second elongated opening 10B were connected to the backpack RS. However, the invention is not limited to this. For example, the temperature control device 1 may be attached to the back NC by connecting the second connecting member 3B connected to each of the two elongated openings 10 to the backpack RS, and by connecting the first connecting member 3A connected to each of the two circular openings 9 to the collar CL of the jacket. This prevents the temperature control device 1 from coming off the back NC due to the movements of the wearer HM.

[0184] In the embodiments described above, the temperature control device 1 could be attached to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN) or the back NC. However, it is not limited to these. For example, the temperature control device 1 could be attached to the arms, legs, abdomen, etc., by being connected to clothing worn by a person. This would allow the heat transfer surface 31 to come into contact with the arms, legs, abdomen, etc., and regulate the temperature.

[0185] In each of the above embodiments, the front surface 6A of the connecting portion 6 had a protrusion 70, and the back surface 6B of the connecting portion 6 had a recess 71. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the front surface 6A of the connecting portion 6 may have a recess 71, and the back surface 6B of the connecting portion 6 may have a protrusion 70.

[0186] In each of the above embodiments, the connecting part 6 and the attachment body 2 are connected when the protrusion 70 on the surface part 6A of the connecting part 6 is inserted through the circular opening 9 to be connected, and the protrusion 70 engages with the recess 71 on the back surface part 6B of the connecting part 6. However, the invention is not limited to this. For example, the connecting part 6 and the attachment body 2 may be connected by inserting the protrusion 70 on the surface part 6A of the connecting part 6 through the circular opening 9 to be connected. For example, the connecting part 6 may have a button and the attachment body 2 may have a buttonhole. In this way, a person can connect the connecting part 6 and the attachment body 2 by passing the button on the connecting part 6 through the buttonhole on the attachment body 2.

[0187] In the first embodiment described above, a person connects the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member 3B by engaging the hook-and-loop fastener 80 of the second attachment member 7, which has been passed through the elongated opening 10 at one end 7A of the second attachment member 7, with the hook-and-loop fastener 80 at the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7. However, the invention is not limited to this. For example, a button may be provided at one end 7A of the second attachment member 7, and a buttonhole at the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7. This allows a person to connect the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member 3B by passing the button provided at one end 7A of the second attachment member 7 through the buttonhole at the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7, without having to sew on the hook-and-loop fastener. For example, a protrusion may be provided at one end 7A of the second attachment member 7, and a recess may be provided at the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7. As a result, without having to sew on a hook-and-loop fastener, a person can connect the attachment body 2 and the second connecting member 3B by fitting a protrusion provided on one end 7A of the second attachment member 7 into a recess provided on the other end 7B of the second attachment member 7.

[0188] In the second embodiment described above, the heat transfer surface 31 could be kept in contact with the back NC by positioning the retaining member 12 connected to the temperature adjustment device 1 so as to face each other between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of the wearer HM. However, the embodiment is not limited to this. For example, the temperature adjustment device 1 may be attached to the back NC by connecting the jacket to a second connecting member 3B connected to each of the two elongated openings 10, and connecting the collar CL of the jacket to a first connecting member 3A connected to each of the two circular openings 9. This makes it possible to maintain the state in which the heat transfer surface 31 is in contact with the back NC even without connecting the temperature adjustment device 1 to the retaining member 12.

[0189] In the second embodiment described above, as shown in Figure 30, the retaining member 12 connected to the temperature control device 1 was shaped and sized to fit between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of the wearer HM. However, it is not limited to this. For example, if the heat transfer surface 31 can maintain contact with the back NC when the temperature control device 1 is attached to the back NC, the shape and size of the retaining member 12 can be changed as appropriate.

[0190] In the second embodiment described above, an example was given in which the first projection 12A is fitted into the third connected circular opening 9C, the third projection 12C is fitted into the fourth connected circular opening 9D, and the second projection 12B is fitted into the fourth connected rectangular opening 10D. However, the embodiment is not limited to this. For example, the first projection 12A may be fitted into the first connected circular opening 9A, the third projection 12C may be fitted into the second connected circular opening 9B, and the second projection 12B may be fitted into the second connected rectangular opening 10B.

[0191] The retaining member 12 according to the second embodiment described above was designed to fit snugly between the left scapula LSC and the right scapula RSC of the wearer HM. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when the temperature control device 1 is attached to the back of the neck (left back LN, right back RN), the retaining member 12 connected to the temperature control device 1 may fit snugly to the wearer HM's shoulder, thereby maintaining the state in which the heat transfer surface 31 is in contact with the back NC.

[0192] In the first and second embodiments described above, the upper contact surface 61A of the movable clamping portion 61 and the lower contact surface 62A of the movable clamped portion 62 had an auxiliary member 63. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the auxiliary member 63 may be provided on either the upper contact surface 61A of the movable clamping portion 61 or the lower contact surface 62A of the movable clamped portion 62, thereby reducing the area that digs into a person's clothing.

[0193] The attachment body 2 in each of the above embodiments did not have a reinforcing member to reinforce the area around the attachment body 2. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the attachment body 2 may have a reinforcing member to reinforce the area around the attachment body 2. By having a reinforcing member around the attachment body 2, the area around the attachment body 2 can be reinforced. The reinforcing member may be made of a mixture of nylon and polyester, for example, or it may be made of wire.

[0194] The examples of attachment shown in each of the above embodiments are merely examples. For example, the temperature-regulating attachment 1 may be attached by connecting the connecting member 3 to a hand towel or the like. This allows the wearer to adjust their body temperature by hanging a hand towel or the like around their neck, without being limited by clothing, and using the heat-transmitting surface 31.

[0195] In the above embodiment, the number of protrusions 52 was 4. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the number of protrusions 52 may be 3 or less, or 5 or more. However, it is preferable that the number of protrusions 52 is the same as the number of guide rails 43. This is because if the number of protrusions 52 and the number of guide rails 43 are different, it becomes difficult to attach the Peltier element unit 30 to the temperature control mounting device 1.

[0196] In the above embodiment, the number of guide rails 43 was 4. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the number of guide rails 43 may be 3 or less, or 5 or more. However, it is preferable that the number of guide rails 43 be the same as the number of protrusions 52. This is because if the number of protrusions 52 and the number of guide rails 43 are different, it becomes difficult to attach the Peltier element unit 30 to the temperature control mounting device 1.

[0197] In the above embodiment, the number of restricting portions 44 provided on each of the multiple sliding surfaces 47 was 4. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the number of restricting portions 44 provided on each of the multiple sliding surfaces 47 may be 3 or less, or 5 or more.

[0198] In the above embodiment, the number of gaps 46 was 4. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the number of gaps 46 may be 3 or less, or 5 or more.

[0199] In the above embodiment, all of the multiple guide rails 43 have an inclination angle θ1 of 3° between one end 43A and the other end 43B on the sliding surface 47. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the inclination angle θ1 between one end and the other end on the sliding surface 47 of all of the multiple guide rails may be less than 3° or greater than 3°. However, if the inclination angle θ1 is less than 1 degree, the height difference between one end and the other end of the guide rail will disappear, making it impossible to accommodate various fabric thicknesses, which is undesirable. On the other hand, if the inclination angle θ1 is 10 degrees or more, it will be difficult to sandwich the fabric of the temperature control attachment 1 and attach it to the temperature control attachment 1, which is undesirable.

[0200] In the above embodiment, the regulating portion 44 was provided on the sliding surface 47 which has a 3° angle toward the cylindrical portion 34. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the multiple guide rails 43 may be arc-shaped and stepped along the outer circumferential surface of the main body.

[0201] In the above embodiment, the main body of the Peltier element unit 30 and the ring fastener 50 were rotated relative to each other, and with the main body sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the ring fastener 50, each of the multiple protrusions 52 engaged with each of the restricting portions 44. As a result, the Peltier element unit 30 was attached to the temperature control device 1 with the person's clothing sandwiched between the inner flange 37 and the ring fastener 50. However, the embodiment is not limited to this. For example, the person's clothing may be sandwiched between the main body of the Peltier element unit 30 and the ring fastener 50, and the main body side and the ring fastener 50 side may be screwed together to fix it. Alternatively, for example, the person's clothing may be sandwiched between the main body of the Peltier element unit 30 and the ring fastener 50, and the protrusion on the ring fastener 50 side may be engaged with the recess on the main body side to fix it. Alternatively, for example, the Peltier element unit 30 can be configured to sandwich a person's clothing between its main body and the ring fastener 50, and then the convex part of the main body can be engaged with the concave part of the ring fastener 50 to secure it.

[0202] In the above embodiment, the inner flange 37 was inclined toward the lid portion 32 with respect to a plane parallel to the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B). However, it is not limited to this. For example, the inner flange 37 and the outer flange 53 may be parallel to the heat transfer surface 31 (cooling surface 31A or heating surface 31B). [Industrial applicability]

[0203] As is clear from the above explanation, the temperature control device according to this disclosure has the excellent effect of providing a versatile and user-friendly temperature control device by making the contact area of ​​the heat transfer surface adjustable. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0204] 1 Temperature adjustment fitting 2. Main body of the device 3 Connecting members 3A First connecting member 3B Second connection member 3C Third connecting member 4. First connection section 5. First mounting member 6 Connecting part 7. Second mounting member 8 Adjustment Member 9. Connected circular opening 10 Connected rectangular opening 12 Retaining member 13. Second connection section 30 Peltier element units 30A First Peltier Element Unit 30B Second Peltier Element Unit 31 Heat transfer surface 31A cooling surface 31B Heating surface 63 Auxiliary member 70 Convex part 71 recess 80-sided fastener AX axis center line CP hat HL Hard hat HM wearer PE Peltier element RS knapsack

Claims

1. A temperature control mounting device capable of mounting a Peltier element unit having a Peltier element and including a heat transfer surface that is cooled or heated by the Peltier element, The temperature control device comprises a main body to which the Peltier element unit can be attached, and a plurality of connecting members that can be connected to the main body. The main body has a plurality of connecting parts for connecting with the connecting member, The connecting member has a connecting portion that can be connected to a person's clothing, A temperature-regulating device that allows adjustment of the area in contact with the body by connecting a required number of connected parts (up to a certain number) from among a plurality of connected parts to the connecting member, and by connecting the connecting part to the wearer's clothing.

2. In the temperature control device described in claim 1, The aforementioned main body is a temperature-regulating device containing a flexible material.

3. In the temperature control device described in claim 1, The multiple connected parts include a first connected part located on one part of the main body and a second connected part located on another part of the main body. A temperature-regulating device that allows selection of at least one of the following cases: adjusting the area in contact with the body of the heat transfer surface to a first contact area by connecting a required number of the first connected parts to the first connecting member and connecting the wearer's clothing to the connecting part of the first connecting member; or adjusting the area in contact with the body of the heat transfer surface to a second contact area different from the first contact area by connecting a required number of the second connected parts to the second connecting member and connecting the wearer's clothing to the connecting part of the second connecting member.

4. In the temperature control device described in claim 3, The aforementioned first contact area is the back of the neck. The second contact area is the temperature-regulating device located on the back.

5. In the temperature control device described in claim 1, The connecting member has a connecting portion that can be connected to the portion to be connected, The connected portion is an opening for connecting to the connecting portion, The connecting portion has a convex portion and a concave portion, A temperature control device in which the main body and the connecting member are connected by engaging the protrusion and the recess when the protrusion is inserted through the connected portion.

6. In the temperature control device described in claim 1, The connecting member has a mounting member that can be connected to the connected portion, The connected portion is an opening for passing the mounting member through, One end of the mounting member has a first engaging member, The other end of the mounting member has a second engaging member that can engage with the first engaging member. A temperature control device in which the main body and the connecting member are connected by the engagement of the first engaging member, which is located at one end of the mounting member that passes through the connected portion, with the second engaging member.

7. In the temperature control device described in claim 1, A temperature-regulating device to which a retaining member can be connected to the main body for maintaining the state in which the heat transfer surface is in contact with the body.

8. In the temperature control device described in claim 7, In the state in which the temperature-regulating device, with the retaining member connected to the main body, is attached, the retaining member can be positioned so as to face each other between the left and right shoulder blades of a person.

9. A temperature-regulating device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, The aforementioned connecting part is a temperature-regulating device that can be attached to a person's clothing by clamping it onto the clothing.

10. In the temperature control device described in claim 8, The aforementioned connecting portion is a temperature-regulating device having an auxiliary member that assists in the state of being connected by clamping the wearer's clothing.

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