Machine equipment

Abstract

This device mounting device can be worn without interfering with other shoulder harnesses such as backpacks, does not hinder the wearer's movements, and allows the user to view the display screen of a mobile device without interfering with other equipment. [Solution] The device has a pair of shoulder straps 10 positioned on both shoulders 2A of the wearer 2, a neck section 20 connected to the rear of the pair of shoulder straps 10 and positioned on the back of the neck, and a device mounting section 30 attached to the front of the pair of shoulder straps 10 and positioned on the chest. A mobile device storage section 31 for attaching a mobile device 1 is positioned on one side of the device mounting section 30. The mobile device storage section 31 rotates with its lower end 31x as a pivot point, with its upper end 31y moving away from the device mounting section 30. By rotating the upper end 31y away from the device mounting section 30, the wearer 2 can view the display screen of the mobile device 1.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an equipment mounting tool for mounting a portable terminal having an information communication function.

Background Art

[0002] For example, for rescue workers in disaster situations such as firefighters, it is important to receive appropriate and accurate information and instructions from a remote location, and it is desirable to use widely prevalent portable terminals for transmitting and receiving such information. For example, Patent Documents 1 to 4 propose mounting tools capable of mounting portable terminals.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Patent Document 3

Patent Document 4

Summary of Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, for example, in an equipment mounting tool used by rescue workers, it is desirable that the tool can be worn without interfering with the shoulder harness of a self-contained breathing apparatus or a backpack. Further, for example, when a portable terminal is mounted using an arm, the arm obstructs the movement of the wearer and hinders original rescue work. In addition, rescue workers often remove a face mask or the like and leave it hanging, and it is necessary to eliminate the trouble caused by such a face mask to the portable terminal.

[0005] Therefore, the present invention aims to provide a device mounting device that can be worn without interfering with other shoulder harnesses such as backpacks, does not hinder the wearer's movements, and allows the user to view the display screen of a mobile device without interfering with other equipment. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The device attachment of the present invention as described in claim 1 is a device attachment for attaching a mobile terminal 1 having an information communication function, comprising: a pair of shoulder strap portions 10 arranged on both shoulders 2A of the wearer 2; a neck portion 20 connected to the rear of the pair of shoulder strap portions 10 and arranged on the back of the wearer 2's neck; and a device mounting portion 30 attached to the front of the pair of shoulder strap portions 10 and arranged on the wearer 2's chest, wherein a mobile terminal storage portion 31 for attaching the mobile terminal 1 is arranged on one side of the device mounting portion 30, and the mobile terminal storage portion 31 rotates with its lower end 31x as a pivot point, with its upper end 31y moving away from the device mounting portion 30, and the wearer 2 can view the display screen of the mobile terminal 1 by rotating the upper end 31y in the direction away from the device mounting portion 30. The present invention as described in claim 2 is characterized in that, in the equipment mounting device described in claim 1, a photographic equipment storage section 32 for housing a photographic equipment 3 is arranged on the other side of the equipment mounting section 30. The present invention as described in claim 3 is characterized in that, in the device attachment described in claim 2, the photographic device 3 comprises a visible light camera 3a for photographing visible light and a thermographic camera 3b for photographing far infrared light. The present invention as described in claim 4 is characterized in that, in the device attachment described in claim 1, a storage section 60 is provided in the neck portion 20, and a battery 5 connected to the mobile terminal 1 can be stored in the storage section 60. The present invention as described in claim 5 is characterized in that, in the equipment mounting device described in claim 1, a pair of flat belt attachments 33 are provided for attaching a pair of shoulder straps 10 to the equipment mounting portion 30, and the pair of flat belt attachments 33 are arranged in a V-shape by positioning the respective central end 33c of the pair of flat belt attachments 33 relative to the equipment mounting portion 30 higher than the respective lateral end 33s of the pair of flat belt attachments 33 relative to the equipment mounting portion 30. The present invention as described in claim 6 is characterized in that, in the equipment mounting device described in claim 1, a pair of speakers 70 are arranged on both upper sides of the equipment mounting portion 30. The present invention as described in claim 7 is characterized in that, in the equipment mounting device described in claim 1, it has a waist strap 40 that hangs down from the equipment mounting portion 30 and is attached to the waist belt 2B worn by the wearer 2. The present invention as described in claim 8 is characterized in that the device attachment described in claim 1 is further equipped with a throat microphone 80 that is attached to the neck of the wearer 2. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to the present invention, the device can be worn by positioning a pair of shoulder straps on both shoulders of the wearer and the neck portion on the back of the wearer's neck, so that it can be worn without interfering with, for example, a self-contained breathing apparatus or the shoulder harness of a backpack. Furthermore, according to the present invention, by rotating the upper end of the storage section in a direction away from the equipment mounting section, the wearer can view the display screen of the mobile device. This allows the wearer to view the display screen without removing the mobile device from the mobile device storage section. Moreover, since the upper end of the storage section rotates in a direction away from the equipment mounting section with the lower end of the storage section as a pivot point, it is less likely to hinder the wearer's movements compared to, for example, the case where an arm is used. Furthermore, according to the present invention, since the mobile terminal storage section is located on one side of the equipment mounting section, the display screen of the mobile terminal will not be obscured by a face mask or the like that which is removed and hanging down. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] A photograph illustrating an equipment mounting device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] A photograph showing the device being worn. [Figure 3] A photograph showing the storage compartment for the device attachment. [Figure 4] A photograph showing the upper part of the equipment mounting section of the device attachment device, viewed from the rear. [Figure 5] A photograph showing the mobile device storage compartment of the device attachment. [Figure 6] A photograph of the mobile device storage compartment showing the mobile device's display screen in a visible state. [Figure 7] A photograph of the mobile device storage compartment showing the mobile device's display screen not visible. [Figure 8] A photograph showing how to wear the device. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] The device mounting device according to the first embodiment of the present invention has shoulder straps positioned on both shoulders of the wearer, a neck portion connected to the rear of the pair of shoulder straps and positioned on the back of the wearer's neck, and a device mounting portion attached to the front of the pair of shoulder straps and positioned on the wearer's chest, with a mobile device storage portion for mounting a mobile device positioned on one side of the device mounting portion, and the mobile device storage portion rotates with its lower end as a pivot point so that its upper end moves away from the device mounting portion, and by rotating the upper end of the storage portion so that it moves away from the device mounting portion, the wearer can view the display screen of the mobile device. According to this embodiment, the device can be worn by positioning the pair of shoulder straps on both shoulders of the wearer and the neck portion on the back of the wearer's neck, so that it can be worn without interfering with, for example, a self-contained breathing apparatus or the shoulder harness of a backpack. Further, according to the present embodiment, by rotating the upper end of the storage portion in the direction away from the device mounting portion, the wearer can visually recognize the display screen of the mobile terminal, so that the display screen can be viewed without removing the mobile terminal from the mobile terminal storage portion. Furthermore, since the upper end of the storage portion rotates in the direction away from the device mounting portion with the lower end of the storage portion as the fulcrum, compared with the case of using an arm, for example, it is less likely to obstruct the movement of the wearer. Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, since the mobile terminal storage portion is disposed on one side portion of the device mounting portion, the display screen of the mobile terminal will not become difficult to see due to a face mask or the like that is detached and hanging down.

[0010] In a second embodiment of the present invention, in the device mounting tool according to the first embodiment, an imaging device storage portion for storing an imaging device is disposed on the other side portion of the device mounting portion. According to the present embodiment, by disposing the imaging device storage portion for storing the imaging device on the other side portion of the device mounting portion, imaging will not be obstructed by a face mask or the like that is detached and hanging down.

[0011] In a third embodiment of the present invention, the device mounting tool according to the second embodiment is provided with, as imaging devices, a visible light camera that captures visible light and a thermographic camera that captures far infrared rays. According to the present embodiment, by being provided with the thermographic camera together with the visible light camera, it is possible to obtain important information particularly at a disaster site in a dark place, and to support relief activities.

[0012] In a fourth embodiment of the present invention, in the device mounting tool according to the first embodiment, a storage portion is provided in a neck portion, and a battery connected to the mobile terminal can be stored in the storage portion. According to the present embodiment, by providing the storage portion in the neck portion, the weight of the device mounting portion can be reduced, and it is less likely to obstruct the movement of the wearer.

[0013] A fifth embodiment of the present invention is a device mounting device according to the first embodiment, wherein the device mounting portion is provided with a pair of flat belt attachments for attaching a pair of shoulder strap portions, and the pair of flat belt attachments are arranged in a V-shape by positioning the respective central ends of the flat belt attachments relative to the device mounting portion higher than the respective lateral ends of the flat belt attachments relative to the device mounting portion. According to this embodiment, the pressure on the wearer's neck from the shoulder strap portion can be reduced, improving the wearing comfort.

[0014] A sixth embodiment of the present invention is a device mounting device according to the first embodiment, wherein a pair of speakers are arranged on both sides of the upper part of the device mounting portion. According to this embodiment, sounds from the speaker are easier to hear even in noisy environments, allowing important information to be obtained at disaster sites and supporting rescue operations.

[0015] A seventh embodiment of the present invention is a device attachment device according to the first embodiment, which has a waist strap that hangs down from the device attachment part and is attached to the waist belt worn by the wearer. According to this embodiment, the device can be securely worn by attaching the waist strap to the waist belt worn by the wearer.

[0016] An eighth embodiment of the present invention is a device attachment according to the first embodiment, further comprising a throat microphone attached to the wearer's neck. According to this embodiment, it is possible to transmit sounds generated by the wearer. [Examples]

[0017] The following describes an embodiment of the present invention regarding a device attachment. Figure 1 is a photograph illustrating the device attachment according to this embodiment; Figure 1(a) is a front view of the device attachment, and Figure 1(b) is a photograph showing a person wearing the device attachment. The device attachment according to this embodiment is designed to accommodate a portable terminal 1 (see Figure 5) that has information and communication functions. The device attachment comprises a pair of shoulder straps 10 positioned on both shoulders 2A of the wearer 2, a neck section 20 connected to the rear of the pair of shoulder straps 10 and positioned on the back of the wearer 2's neck, a device attachment section 30 attached to the front of the pair of shoulder straps 10 and positioned on the wearer 2's chest, and a waist strap 40 hanging from the device attachment section 30 and attached to the waist belt 2B worn by the wearer 2.

[0018] The shoulder strap portion 10 is equipped with a pair of shoulder pads 50. The shoulder pads 50 protect the shoulders of the wearer 2 when carrying luggage.

[0019] A mobile device storage section 31 for attaching the mobile device 1 is located on one side of the equipment mounting section 30. A camera storage section 32 for storing the camera equipment 3 is located on the other side of the equipment mounting section 30. In particular, if the wearer 2 is a firefighter, it is preferable that one side of the equipment mounting section 30 be on the right side of the wearer 2's chest. The imaging device 3 includes a visible light camera 3a that captures visible light and a thermographic camera 3b that captures far-infrared light. The visible light camera 3a transmits the captured image to the mobile terminal 1, and the thermographic camera 3b transmits the captured image, which visualizes the heat source, to the mobile terminal 1. Therefore, the images captured by the visible light camera 3a and the thermographic camera 3b can be viewed on the display screen of the mobile terminal 1. In addition, the images captured by the visible light camera 3a and the thermographic camera 3b can also be transmitted from the mobile terminal 1 to a remote location. Thus, by equipping the system with both a visible light camera 3a and a thermal imaging camera 3b, it becomes possible to obtain important information, especially in dark disaster areas, and support rescue operations.

[0020] The central part of the device mounting section 30 is equipped with a heatstroke index meter 4. The heatstroke index meter 4 transmits environmental information around the wearer 2, such as temperature and relative humidity, to the mobile terminal 1. Therefore, the mobile terminal 1 can view the environmental information on its display screen. In addition, the environmental information measured by the heatstroke index meter 4 can also be transmitted from the mobile terminal 1 to a remote location.

[0021] The neck portion 20 is provided with a storage compartment 60. The storage compartment 60 can accommodate a battery 5 (see Figure 3) that connects to the mobile device 1. A pair of speakers 70 are positioned on both sides of the upper part of the equipment mounting section 30. The speakers 70 can output sound from the mobile terminal 1. By positioning the pair of speakers 70 on both sides of the upper part of the equipment mounting section 30, the sound from the speakers 70 can be easily heard even in noisy environments, allowing important information to be obtained at disaster sites and supporting rescue operations. The device also includes a throat microphone 80. The throat microphone 80 is attached to the neck of the wearer 2 and transmits the sounds produced by the wearer 2 to the mobile terminal 1. The sounds produced by the wearer 2 are then transmitted from the mobile terminal 1 to a remote location.

[0022] As described above, the device attachment according to this embodiment can be worn by positioning the pair of shoulder straps 10 on both shoulders 2A of the wearer 2, positioning the neck portion 20 on the back of the wearer 2's neck, and attaching the waist strap 40 to the waist belt 2B worn by the wearer 2. Therefore, it can be worn without interfering with, for example, a self-contained breathing apparatus or the shoulder harness 2C of a backpack.

[0023] Figure 2 shows photographs illustrating the wearing of the device; Figure 2(a) is a photograph of the wearer viewed from the front, Figure 2(b) is a photograph of the wearer viewed from the left front, and Figure 2(c) is a photograph of the wearer viewed from the right front. As shown by the dashed line in Figure 2(a), the mobile device storage section 31 is located on one side of the device mounting section 30, and the camera storage section 32 is located on the other side of the device mounting section 30. Therefore, neither the mobile device storage section 31 nor the camera storage section 32 is located below the neck of the wearer 2. Therefore, as shown in Figure 1(b), the detached and hanging face mask 2D does not obstruct the view of the mobile device 1's display screen, and does not interfere with the shooting of the shooting device 3.

[0024] Figure 3 shows photographs of the storage compartment of the device; Figure 3(a) is a photograph of the wearer viewed from the rear, Figure 3(b) is a photograph of the storage compartment with the lid open, and Figure 3(c) is a photograph of the storage compartment with the contents removed. As shown in Figure 3, by providing a storage section 60 in the neck section 20, the weight of the equipment mounting section 30 can be reduced, and it will not interfere with the movements of the wearer 2. In addition to the battery 5, the storage compartment 60 also stores, for example, the camera body 3x of the visible light camera 3a.

[0025] Figure 4 is a photograph of the upper part of the equipment mounting section of the device attachment device, viewed from the rear. The equipment mounting section 30 is equipped with a pair of flat belt attachments 33 for attaching a pair of shoulder strap sections 10. The pair of flat belt fasteners 33 are arranged in a V-shape, with their respective central ends 33c relative to the equipment mounting portion 30 positioned higher than their respective lateral ends 33s relative to the equipment mounting portion 30 (see dashed line). In this way, by arranging the pair of flat belt attachments 33 in a V-shape (see dotted line), the pressure on the wearer's neck by the shoulder strap portion 10 can be reduced, improving the wearing comfort.

[0026] Figure 5 is a photograph showing the mobile device storage compartment of the device attachment; Figure 5(a) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from the left front, and Figure 5(b) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from the rear. The mobile device 1 is inserted into the mobile device storage compartment 31 from the back. Therefore, the display screen of the mobile device 1 faces the wearer 2, and the side opposite the display screen faces the mobile device storage compartment 31. The mobile device storage section 31 has ribs 31a that rise up on the back side, and these ribs 31a form a recess on the back of the mobile device storage section 31. The mobile device 1 is stored in a recess formed on the back of the mobile device storage compartment 31. It is preferable that the back of the mobile device storage section 31 is provided with a mobile device fixing member 31b. The mobile device fixing member 31b is preferably, for example, a hook-and-loop fastener or a gel pad, which can hold the mobile device 1 to the mobile device storage section 31 and is also detachable. The mobile device storage compartment 31 has a window 31c. This window 31c allows the mobile device 1 to utilize its camera function, lighting function, or display functions such as flashing.

[0027] Figure 6 shows photographs of the mobile device storage compartment, with the mobile device's display screen visible. Figure 6(a) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from the left front, Figure 6(b) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from the rear at an angle, and Figure 6(c) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from above. As shown in Figure 6, the mobile device storage section 31 rotates with its lower end 31x as a pivot point, with its upper end 31y moving away from the device mounting section 30. By rotating the upper end 31y of the storage section away from the device mounting section 30, the wearer 2 can view the display screen of the mobile device 1. In this way, by rotating the upper end 31y of the storage section away from the device mounting section 30, the wearer 2 can view the display screen of the mobile terminal 1, so the display screen can be viewed without removing the mobile terminal 1 from the mobile terminal storage section 31. Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the upper end 31y of the storage unit rotates away from the equipment mounting unit 30 with the lower end 31x of the storage unit as a pivot point, it is less likely to interfere with the movements of the wearer 2 compared to, for example, when operating the mobile terminal 1 using an arm.

[0028] Figure 7 shows a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment in a state where the display screen of the mobile device is not visible. Figure 7(a) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from the left front, and Figure 7(b) is a photograph of the mobile device storage compartment viewed from the diagonal rear. As shown in Figure 7, in order to prevent the display screen of the mobile terminal 1 from being viewed, the upper end 31y of the storage section is rotated in a direction that brings it closer to the equipment mounting section 30. Therefore, in the state shown in Figure 7, the equipment mounting portion 30 is less likely to interfere with the operation of the wearer 2.

[0029] Figure 8 is a photograph showing how to wear the device. As shown in Figure 8(a), the shoulder pads 50 are held with both hands, and as shown in Figure 8(b), they are put over the head. Then, as shown in Figure 8(c), the waist strap 40 is attached to the waist belt 2B worn by the wearer 2, and finally the throat microphone 80 is placed around the neck. In this way, the device can be worn by positioning the pair of shoulder straps 10 on both shoulders 2A of the wearer 2, positioning the neck strap 20 on the back of the wearer 2's neck, and attaching the waist strap 40 to the waist belt 2B worn by the wearer 2. This allows the device to be worn without interfering with, for example, a self-contained breathing apparatus or the shoulder harness 2C of a backpack. [Industrial applicability]

[0030] The equipment attachment device according to the present invention is suitable for use by rescue personnel such as firefighters during disasters, but it can also be used by people other than such rescue personnel, for example, for mountain climbing or cycling. [Explanation of symbols]

[0031] 1. Mobile device 2. Wearer 2A Both shoulders 2B Waist belt 2C Shoulder Harness 3. Imaging equipment 3a Visible Camera 3b Thermal imaging camera 3x Camera Body 4. Heatstroke Index Meter 5 batteries 10 Shoulder strap section 20 Neck section 30 Equipment mounting section 31 Mobile device storage compartment 31a Rib 31b Portable fixing member 31c Window section 31x Lower end of storage compartment 31y Upper end of storage compartment 32. Storage compartment for photographic equipment 33 Flat belt attachment 33c Center side end 33s Lateral side edge 40 waist strap 50 Shoulder pads 60 Storage compartments 70 speakers 80 Throat Microphone

Claims

1. A device for attaching a mobile terminal having information and communication functions, A pair of shoulder straps positioned on both shoulders of the wearer, A neck portion connected to the rear of the pair of shoulder strap portions and positioned on the back of the wearer's neck, A pair of equipment mounting parts are attached to the front of the shoulder strap portion and positioned on the wearer's chest. It has, A mobile device storage section for attaching the mobile device is provided on one side of the equipment mounting section. The aforementioned mobile device storage section rotates with the lower end of the storage section as a pivot point, so that the upper end of the storage section moves away from the equipment mounting section. By rotating the upper end of the storage section in the direction that separates it from the equipment mounting section, the wearer can view the display screen of the mobile device. A device attachment characterized by the following features.

2. A camera equipment storage section for housing a camera is provided on the other side of the aforementioned equipment mounting section. The device attachment according to feature 1.

3. The aforementioned imaging equipment includes a visible light camera for capturing visible light and a thermographic camera for capturing far-infrared light. The device attachment according to feature 2.

4. A storage compartment is provided in the neck portion. The storage compartment can accommodate a battery that connects to the mobile device. The device attachment according to feature 1.

5. The equipment mounting section is provided with a pair of flat belt attachments for attaching the pair of shoulder strap sections. The pair of flat belt fasteners are arranged in a V-shape, with each of their central ends relative to the equipment mounting portion positioned higher than each of their lateral ends relative to the equipment mounting portion. The device attachment according to feature 1.

6. A pair of speakers are placed on both sides of the upper part of the equipment mounting section. The device attachment according to feature 1.

7. It has a waist strap that hangs down from the equipment mounting part and attaches to the waist belt worn by the wearer. The device attachment according to feature 1.

8. The aforementioned throat microphone is attached to the wearer's neck. The device attachment according to feature 1.

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