Bilateral devices for mask wearing assistance, headband devices, and hats

Abstract

We provide a bilateral device for assisting in mask wearing, a headband device, and a hat. [Solution] The device on both sides includes a pair of arch-shaped parts having a groove structure. Each arch-shaped part includes an inner upright member 22R and an outer upright member 32R, both of which have an arched shape on their sides. The bottoms of the inner and outer upright members are connected, forming a groove structure. In addition, a row of holes 26R is provided on the upper part of the inner upright member. When wearing the mask, the straps on both sides of the mask are each placed inside the groove structure of the arch-shaped part. This assists in wearing the mask, eliminates the burden and discomfort on the ears caused by the mask's straps, further enhances the protective effect of the mask, is easy to operate, has various uses, and is easy to manufacture from readily available raw materials.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical fields of daily necessities and medical protection equipment, and particularly relates to bilateral devices, headband devices, and hats for assisting in wearing masks.

Background Art

[0002] Wearing a mask is a common behavior for maintaining hygiene and is one of the effective protective means for preventing related diseases. Conventionally, the method of directly hanging the mask straps on the ears has obvious drawbacks. When the mask straps are hung on the ears for a long time, it will cause a continuous burden on the ears, causing discomfort and even potential damage. Especially for the ears of infants in the growth stage, it may have an adverse effect, that is, such long-term wearing is likely to cause forward deformation of the cartilage of the infant's ears and may result in "erect ears". Instead of the method of directly hanging the mask straps on the ears, several articles or embodiments have been disclosed so far, but there are some drawbacks and deficiencies during use.

[0003] For example, there is a connector for fixing the left and right straps of a mask used on the back of the head. Such a device can reduce the burden on the ears caused by directly hanging the mask straps on the ears. However, during use, the connector connecting the left and right straps of the mask located on the back of the head may slip off from the back of the head, which may cause the mask to slip off. And during use, the mask straps contact the ears with pressure, causing discomfort to the ears.

[0004] In the prior art, a mask wearing assistance device for preventing the burden caused by directly hanging on the ears has been disclosed. The device has a strap hanging groove for hanging the mask straps, and the mask straps are not directly hung on the ears. However, during use, this assistance device needs to be hung on the ears, so ultimately it will still cause a burden on the ears.

[0005] Conventional technology also includes a mask attachment device. When using one model of this device, the mask's straps do not go directly over the ears, but the ear hooks at both ends of the stand do, putting strain on the ears. When using another model of this device, the strain on the ears is reduced, but only a connecting belt located at the back of the head is used to connect the left and right stands, and during use, this connecting belt can slip off the back of the head, causing the mask to fall down.

[0006] For example, there are button-type fasteners that are fixed to both sides of a hat and used to hook the mask's straps near the ears. While this reduces the strain on the ears caused by directly attaching the mask's straps, when used, the upper and lower straps on both sides of the mask come close together at a small angle, creating wrinkles and gaps on both sides of the mask. As a result, it fails to achieve its purpose of properly covering the mouth and nose and enhancing protection. Furthermore, these button-type fasteners are designed to be used in conjunction with a hat, which limits their usability.

[0007] As described above, some conventional articles or embodiments have not been able to fully combine the effects of eliminating the pressure caused by the ear loops of a mask, enhancing the protective effect of the mask, being easy to operate, and having a variety of uses.

[0008] Therefore, in order to compensate for the shortcomings of conventional technology, it is necessary to research mask-wearing assistance devices, and to solve or alleviate one or more of the above-mentioned problems. [Overview of the project]

[0009] In view of the above issues, this invention provides a two-sided device (two devices located on the left and right sides) for assisting in mask wearing, a headband device, and a hat. It can assist in wearing a mask, eliminate the burden and discomfort on the ears caused by the mask's straps, further enhance the protective effect of the mask, is easy to operate, has various uses, and is easy to manufacture using readily available raw materials.

[0010] One aspect of the technical solution of this invention provides a two-sided device for assisting in mask wearing. This two-sided device includes a pair of arch-shaped components having a groove structure.

[0011] Each of the arch-shaped components includes an inner and outer upright member, both of which have arch-shaped sides. The bottoms of the inner and outer upright members are connected, forming a groove structure. Furthermore, a row of holes is provided in the upper section of the inner upright member.

[0012] When wearing the mask, the straps on both sides of the mask are each placed within the groove structure of the arch-shaped component.

[0013] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. A first projection is provided on the middle section of the outer upright member, and a second projection having a second hole is provided on the middle section of the inner upright member.

[0014] Based on the above perspectives and any possible implementation methods, another implementation method is further provided. The outer shape of the side of the arched component is an irregular shape including at least one of a curved three-centered arch, a V-shaped triangular arch, or a C-shaped arc arch, a curved shape, a strip-shaped shape, or a sheet-shaped shape.

[0015] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, we further provide another implementation method. The inner and outer upright members are either a sheet-like structure with a sheet-like surface, or a sheet-like structure with hollow holes.

[0016] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The outer erecting member is a continuous erecting member or an intermittent erecting member with a gap.

[0017] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. A bottom connection is positioned between the inner and outer upright members.

[0018] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. Both ends of the bottom connection portion have a notch.

[0019] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, we further provide another implementation method. The upper and lower sections of the inner upright member have symmetrical shapes, both are provided with rows of holes, and the positions of the rows of holes in the upper section of the inner upright member and the rows of holes in the lower section are symmetrical.

[0020] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, we further provide another implementation method. The opening angle of the upper ends of the outer and inner upright members is between 0 and 80 degrees, with 0 degrees being the state where both upper ends are parallel.

[0021] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The two-sided device includes an ear-shape correcting pressing plate that is bonded to the outside of the outer upright member.

[0022] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The ear-shape correcting pressing plate is provided with a plurality of protrusions, and a plurality of first holes are provided on the outside of the middle section of the outer upright member. The protrusions and the plurality of first holes correspond to each other.

[0023] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The two-sided device further comprises a first mounting base plate and a second mounting base plate, the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate having rows of snap buttons. The rows of snap buttons correspond to the rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member, and the number of the rows of snap buttons is greater than the number of rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0024] The first and second mounting base plates allow the two side devices to be attached to other articles in appropriate positions.

[0025] From the second perspective of the technical solution of the present invention, a headband device is provided, which includes a front band, a rear band, and both-side devices for assisting in wearing any of the above masks.

[0026] The rear band is connected and attached to the middle section of the inner standing member, and the front band is connected and attached to the upper section of the inner standing member.

[0027] The both-side devices are respectively arranged at positions corresponding to the rear of the ears of the headband device.

[0028] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. In the rear band, an intermediate loop section and both-end hook sections are distributively provided on the same surface. After passing through the second holes in the middle sections of the inner standing members on both sides, the both-end hook sections of the rear band are folded back and self-locked to the intermediate loop section.

[0029] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The front band is a strip-shaped headband with an adjustable length.

[0030] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. During use, the front band呈s a semi-circular shape and is located at a position extending from the forehead to near the upper sides of the left and right ears.

[0031] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. Column-shaped snap buttons are respectively provided at both ends of the surface of the front band that does not contact the skin of the head, and the column-shaped snap buttons correspond to the column-shaped holes in the upper section of the inner standing member.

[0032] Based on the above perspective and any of the possible implementation methods, we further provide another implementation method. The number of rows of snap buttons is greater than the number of rows of holes.

[0033] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The front band is attached to the upper section of the inner upright member by methods such as sewing, binding, locking, or clamping.

[0034] A third aspect of the technical solution of this invention provides a headband device that includes a band-shaped annular headband and two side devices for assisting in the wearing of any of the above-mentioned masks.

[0035] The two side devices are each positioned behind the ears of the band-shaped, ring-shaped headband.

[0036] A fourth aspect of the technical solution of this invention provides a hat. One of the above-mentioned side devices for assisting mask wearing is fixedly positioned on the hat at a location corresponding to the rear of the ears.

[0037] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The side devices are fixed to the cap by a row of holes provided in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0038] Based on the above viewpoint and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. A first mounting base plate and a second mounting base plate are fixedly positioned on both sides of the cap. Rows of snap buttons are provided on the first and second mounting base plates, and the rows of snap buttons correspond to the rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member. The number of rows of snap buttons may be greater than the number of rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member. This allows the inner upright member to be attached to the base plate, and thus the devices on both sides can be attached to the cap.

[0039] Based on the above viewpoint and any of the possible implementation methods, another implementation method is further provided. The first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate are further provided with mounting base plate fixing holes.

[0040] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The cap further includes a rear band, which is attached to the middle section of the inner upright member.

[0041] Based on the above perspective and any possible implementation method, another implementation method is further provided. The rear band has intermediate loop sections and end hook sections distributed on the same plane. The end hook sections of the rear band pass through second holes in the middle section of the inner upright members on both sides, then fold back and self-lock to the intermediate loop section.

[0042] Compared to conventional technology, this invention can achieve the following technical effects. 1. By attaching the mask's straps to the grooved components located behind both ears, which are included in the headband device of this invention, the burden and discomfort on the ears that occurs when the mask's straps are worn directly over the ears are eliminated. 2. The shape and size of the device of this invention conform to the principles of ergonomics. When in use, the upper and lower straps on both sides of the mask can bypass the upper and lower ends of the ears and are placed in the groove structure of the device of this invention located behind the ears, making it less likely to slip and fall off. The device of this invention enhances the protective effect of the mask as it covers the mouth and nose area more closely. 3. Due to the multiple holes in the internal upright member, the device of this utility model can be easily assembled with other applicable accessories or articles. The open groove structure design of the device of this invention allows the mask straps to be easily attached and detached, resulting in convenient operation. 4. The multiple holes in the inner and outer upright members allow the device of this invention to be combined with other different related accessories or articles to form a variety of head-mounted devices with specific functions. As a result, the device of this invention has a variety of uses, as it is mounted behind the ears and used to assist in wearing a mask or to perform other functions. 5. The device further includes an ear shape correction pressure plate, the front part of which contacts the outside of the auricle, and by applying pressure to the auricle, it achieves a corrective function for protruding ears.

[0043] Of course, when implementing any of the products of this invention, it is not necessarily required to achieve all of the technical effects described above simultaneously. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0044] To more clearly explain the technical solutions according to the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly described below. The drawings in the following description represent only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and it is clear that those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without requiring any creative effort. [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a side-by-side device in one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing the use of one embodiment of the present invention, in which both side devices are assembled in combination with other accessories. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a headband device in one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of a headband device in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of a hat in one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a hat in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7]Figure 7 is a schematic diagram showing the local external appearance of both side devices in one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the local external appearance of both side devices in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the local external appearance of both side devices in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the local external appearance of both side devices in another embodiment of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0045] To better understand the technical solution of this invention, embodiments of this invention will be described in detail below, along with the drawings.

[0046] It is clear that the embodiments described are only a part of, and not all, embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments that can be obtained based on the embodiments of the present invention, without creative effort by a person skilled in the art, are all within the scope of the protection of the present invention.

[0047] The terms used in the embodiments of this invention are used solely for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. The singular forms "one kind," "the said," and "the said" used in the embodiments and claims of this invention are intended to include the plural form unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0048] As described above, in order to eliminate the burden caused by the mask's straps that rest on the ears, enhance the protective effect of the mask, make it easy to operate, and provide a variety of usage methods, this invention provides the following technical solutions.

[0049] This is an integrated mask-wearing aid device having a groove structure, and includes two upright members 22R and 32R with arched sides, and a bottom connecting part 38R that connects the edges of the arch sides of the two arched upright members. The two upright members and the bottom connecting part form a groove structure with an opening in the direction of the back of the arch and arched sides. When in use, the device is placed behind the ears, and the mask straps are placed on the bottom connecting surface within this groove structure. The inner and outer upright members of the groove structure prevent the mask straps from slipping out of the groove structure. Small notches 39R1 and 39R2 are provided at both ends of the bottom connecting part 38R of the groove structure of the device, to more securely hold the mask straps and prevent them from slipping out of the groove structure of the device. During use, the device does not come into contact with the ears while pressure is applied.

[0050] The specific components and functions of this device are as follows, and are named based on the positional relationship between the device and the user's head during use, as well as the direction and state it presents. It includes an inner upright member 22R located closer to the skin of the head, an outer upright member 32R located further away from the skin of the head, and a bottom connector 38R for connecting the inner and outer upright members. The inner and outer upright members each include an upper, middle, and lower section. The upper section of the inner upright member has multiple holes 26R, which are used to connect the device with other different related accessories or articles to assemble it into a head-mounted device with a specific function. This allows the device to be worn behind the ears to assist in wearing a mask or to perform other functions. For example, the holes in the upper section of the inner upright member can be used to attach a row of snap buttons on a bendable plastic front strap, thereby connecting the device to the front strap. Furthermore, the multiple holes 26R in the upper section of the inner upright member are also used for passing sewing threads, allowing the device to be assembled and connected to a textile or plastic ring-shaped head strap by sewing. The multiple holes 26R in the upper section of the inner upright member are also used for passing sewing threads, allowing the device to be assembled and connected to both sides of a suitable hat by sewing. The middle section of the inner upright member of this device has a second hole 28R, which can be assembled and connected to a related member used at the back of the head by threading, tying, or sewing. For example, it can be used to pass hook-and-loop fasteners through and assemble them, or to pass various cords, etc. through and tie them together. The lower section of the inner upright member of this device has multiple holes 26R-L, which are used to realize the various joining and assembly functions related to the multiple holes 26R in the upper section of the inner upright member described above when the device is inverted and used at the back of the other ear. The middle section of the external upright member of the device may have a plurality of first holes 36R, which may be used to mount other related accessories to enable other expansion functions.

[0051] The shape and size of this device are ergonomically designed. The arched shape of the device's sides conforms to the contour of the ear, and because it is positioned behind the ear during use and does not come into contact with the ear under pressure, it does not cause ear discomfort. The length of the device, i.e., the span at both ends of the overall arch, is available in multiple sizes to accommodate different users' ear sizes. Users select the appropriate size of the device according to the length of their ears, and the upper and lower sections of the mask's straps bypass the upper and lower ends of the ear and are positioned within the groove structure of the device located behind the ear. The mask's straps do not come into contact with the ear under pressure. The upper and lower sections of the mask's straps pull the mask backward in the appropriate direction. At the same time, because the mask's straps are positioned in the device behind the ear, they are pulled further, resulting in a better fit. As a result, the mask covers the mouth and nose more closely, increasing its protective effect. The mask's straps and the device do not come into contact with the ear under pressure, thus not causing ear discomfort.

[0052] Preferably, the distance between the top openings of the two upright members of the device is greater than or equal to the distance between the two upright members at the bottom connecting surface. That is, the cross-section of the groove structure for hanging the mask straps exhibits a V-shaped or U-shaped opening, making it easy for the mask straps to be smoothly placed in and removed from the groove structure.

[0053] Preferably, the upper and lower sections of the internal upright members of this device have symmetrical and similar shapes, and the positions of the multiple holes in the upper section of the internal upright member and the multiple holes in the lower section are arranged symmetrically. This allows the device to be smoothly assembled and used when it is reversed and used behind the other ear. That is, two identical devices can be assembled and used behind the left and right ears, respectively, in the appropriate orientation.

[0054] Preferably, the outer upright member of the device has a projection 34R in the middle section to facilitate gripping with the fingers.

[0055] Preferably, the internal upright member of the device has a projection 24R in the middle section to improve efficiency and ease of use when assembling and connecting the rear section.

[0056] Preferably, the upper and lower ends of the inner and outer upright members of this device have rounded corners to prevent discomfort caused by the ends of the device coming into contact with the ears or head during use.

[0057] Preferably, the cross-section of the connection portion at the bottom of the groove structure of the device has an arc shape that protrudes toward the ear, meaning that the entire bottom of the groove structure of the device is concave in a U shape and not flat. This allows the mask's hanging straps to be more securely positioned within the groove structure, making them less likely to slip and fall off.

[0058] Preferably, small notches 39R1 and 39R2 are provided at both ends of the bottom connection portion of the groove structure of the device, to more securely fasten the mask's hanging strings and prevent them from slipping out of the groove structure of the device.

[0059] Preferably, the sides of the inner and outer upright members of the device adopt an appropriate arched shape, including, but not limited to, an arched three-center arch (see Figure 1), a V-shaped triangular arch (see Figure 9), and a C-shaped arc arch (see Figure 10).

[0060] Preferably, the two-sided devices are manufactured by injection molding technology. The materials used include various plastic materials, silicone materials, or composite materials containing silicone and plastic, having appropriate hardness and flexibility.

[0061] Specifically, the technical solution of this invention first provides a bilateral device for assisting in mask wearing. The bilateral device includes a pair of arch-shaped components having a groove structure. Each of the arch-shaped components includes an inner and outer upright member, both of which have arch-shaped sides. The bottoms of the inner and outer upright members are connected, forming a groove structure. Furthermore, a row of holes is provided in the upper section of the inner upright member. When wearing the mask, the straps on both sides of the mask are each placed within the groove structure of the arch-shaped component.

[0062] Preferably, the outer shape of the side surface of the arch-shaped component is a curved three-center arch, a V-shaped triangular arch, a C-shaped arc arch, a curved shape, a strip-shaped shape, a sheet-shaped shape, or other irregular shape.

[0063] Preferably, the inner and outer upright members have a structure in which the entire surface is sheet-like, or a sheet-like structure having hollow holes.

[0064] Preferably, the outer upright member is a continuous upright member or an intermittent upright member having a gap.

[0065] Preferably, a bottom connecting portion is positioned between the inner upright member and the outer upright member.

[0066] Preferably, both ends of the bottom connecting portion have a notch.

[0067] Preferably, the first hole is provided in the middle section of the outer upright member.

[0068] Preferably, the first projection is provided on the middle section of the outer upright member.

[0069] Preferably, the first projection of the outer upright member is provided with a first hole.

[0070] Preferably, a second hole is provided in the middle section of the inner upright member.

[0071] Preferably, a second projection is provided on the middle section of the inner upright member.

[0072] Preferably, the second projection of the inner upright member is provided with a second hole.

[0073] Preferably, a row of holes is provided in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0074] Preferably, the upper and lower sections of the inner upright member have symmetrical shapes, both are provided with rows of holes, and the positions of the rows of holes in the upper and lower sections of the inner upright member are symmetrical.

[0075] Preferably, the opening angle of the upper ends of the outer and inner upright members is between 0 and 80 degrees, with 0 degrees being the position where both upper ends are parallel.

[0076] Preferably, the two-sided device further includes an ear-shape correcting pressing plate that is bonded to the outside of the outer upright member.

[0077] Preferably, the ear-shape correcting pressure plate is provided with a plurality of protrusions, and a plurality of first holes are provided in the middle section of the outer upright member. The protrusions and the plurality of first holes correspond to each other.

[0078] The end of the middle section of the outer upright member has an outward-sloping angle, so the front part of the ear-shape correction plate that contacts the outside of the auricle presses down on the auricle while applying pressure, thereby achieving a corrective function for protruding ears.

[0079] Preferably, the two-sided device further has a first mounting base plate and a second mounting base plate, and rows of snap buttons are provided on the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate. The rows of snap buttons correspond to the rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member, and the number of rows of snap buttons is greater than the number of rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0080] The first and second mounting base plates allow the two side devices to be attached to other articles in appropriate positions.

[0081] The technical solution of this invention further provides a headband device. The headband device includes a front band, a rear band, and side devices for assisting in the wearing of any of the above-mentioned masks. The rear band is attached in connection with the middle section of the inner upright member, and the front band is attached in connection with the upper section of the inner upright member. The two side devices are each positioned behind the ears of the headband device.

[0082] Preferably, the rear band has an intermediate loop section and hook sections at both ends distributed on the same plane. The hook sections at both ends of the rear band pass through the second holes in the middle section of the inner upright members on both sides, then fold back and self-lock to the intermediate loop section.

[0083] Preferably, the front band is a band-shaped headband, and preferably, a flexible band-shaped headband.

[0084] Preferably, the front band takes on a semi-circular shape when in use and extends from the forehead to the area above the left and right ears.

[0085] Preferably, a row of snap buttons is provided at both ends of the surface of the front band that does not come into contact with the skin, and the row of snap buttons corresponds to the row of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0086] Preferably, the number of the rows of snap buttons is greater than the number of the rows of holes.

[0087] Preferably, the front band is attached to the upper section of the inner upright member by methods such as sewing, tying, locking, or clamping.

[0088] The technical solution of this invention further provides a hat. One of the above-mentioned mask-wearing assist devices is fixedly positioned on the hat at a location corresponding to the rear of the ears.

[0089] Preferably, the side devices are fixed to the hat by a row of holes provided in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0090] Preferably, the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate are fixedly positioned at a location corresponding to the rear of the ears of the hat. Rows of snap buttons are provided on the first and second mounting base plates, and the rows of snap buttons correspond to the rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member. The number of rows of snap buttons is greater than the number of rows of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member.

[0091] Preferably, the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate are provided with mounting base plate fixing holes.

[0092] Preferably, the cap further includes a rear band. The rear band is attached to the middle section of the inner upright member.

[0093] Preferably, the rear band has an intermediate loop section and hook sections at both ends distributed on the same plane. The hook sections at both ends of the rear band pass through the second holes in the middle section of the inner upright members on both sides, then fold back and self-lock to the intermediate loop section.

[0094] Preferably, the outer and inner upright members of the groove structure of the present invention may be a structure in which the entire surface is sheet-like, or a sheet-like structure having hollow holes, as shown in Figure 7, the outer upright member 32R-H has hollow holes 32-h. The outer upright member may also be an intermittent upright member with a gap, as shown in the outer upright member 32R-C in Figure 8.

[0095] Preferably, the manufacturing of this invention may utilize manufacturing techniques other than injection molding, such as 3D printing or mechanical engraving. The manufacturing materials used may include various plastics, silicone materials, or composite materials containing plastic and silicone, as well as biomaterials, safety metals, or other suitable metal-containing synthetic materials.

[0096] <Embodiment 1> As described above, in order to eliminate the burden caused by the mask's straps that rest on the ears while enhancing the protective effect of the mask, this embodiment provides the following technical solutions.

[0097] As shown in Figure 1, the two-sided device for mask attachment includes two upright members 22R and 32R with arched sides, and a bottom connecting part 38R that connects these two upright members. These together form an integrated device with arched sides and a groove structure. This device, when combined with other related combinations and articles, is assembled into a head-mounted device and positioned behind the ears, with the mask straps resting on the bottom connecting surface of the groove structure. The inner and outer upright members of the groove structure prevent the mask straps from slipping out of the groove structure. Small notches 39R1 and 39R2 are provided at both ends of the bottom connecting part of the groove structure of this device to more securely hold the mask straps and prevent them from slipping out of the groove structure of this device. During use, this device does not come into contact with the ears while pressure is applied. The specific parts and functions of this device are as follows, named based on the positional relationship between this device and the user's head, as well as the direction and state they present during use. The device includes an inner upright member 22R located closer to the skin of the head, an outer upright member 32R located further away from the skin of the head, and a bottom connecting portion 38R for connecting the edges of the arch bellies of the inner and outer upright members. The inner and outer upright members each include an upper, middle, and lower section. The upper section of the inner upright member has multiple holes 26R, which are used to connect the device with other different related accessories or articles to assemble it into a head-mounted device with a specific function. This allows the device to be mounted behind the ears to assist in wearing a mask or to perform other functions. The middle section of the inner upright member has a second hole 28R, which is used to assemble and connect with related members used at the rear of the head by through-knotting or sewing. This allows the device to be mounted behind the ears to assist in wearing a mask or to perform other functions. The lower section of the inner upright member has multiple holes 26R-L, which enable various coupling and assembly functions related to the multiple holes 26R in the upper section of the inner upright member when the device is inverted and used behind the other ear. The middle section of the outer upright member may have multiple first holes 36R, which may be used to attach other applicable accessories to enable other expansion functions.

[0098] <Embodiment 2> Figure 3 shows how the device is used in this embodiment, when it is assembled in combination with other accessories. It also shows the appearance of the completed head-mounted ring-shaped device when the device is assembled with other accessories in the following manner. The complete head-mounted ring-shaped device for wearing on the head and assisting in the wearing of a mask is composed of two devices positioned on the left and right sides, a bendable plastic front strap 10, and a hook-and-loop rear strap 30. When the complete head-mounted ring-shaped device is assembled, the two devices are positioned on the left and right sides, and the arch bellies of the arch-shaped structure of the two devices face forward. The bendable plastic front strap has rows of snap buttons 12R, 12L arranged in a linear array of multiple protruding elements on surfaces near both ends that do not come into contact with the skin of the head. The connection and assembly of the two main devices and the front strap are achieved by engaging multiple rows of snap buttons 12R, 12L near both ends of the front strap with multiple holes 26R, 26R-L in the inner upright members 22R of the two main devices on the left and right sides. The main device located on the right side engages with the row of snap buttons at the right end of the front strap through multiple holes 26R in the upper part of its inner upright member 22R, and is connected to the right end of the front strap. The main device located on the left side engages with the row of snap buttons at the left end of the front strap through multiple holes 26R-L in the upper part of its inner upright member 22R, and is connected to the left end of the front strap. In this way, the two main devices located on both the left and right sides and the front strap are assembled and connected. The number of rows of snap buttons 12R near the right end of the front strap may be greater than the number of holes 26R in the front part of the inner upright member 22R of the main device located on the right side. The user can select several rows of snap buttons 12R at different positions from among all the rows of snap buttons 12R and engage them with the holes 26R in front of the inner upright member 22R of the device, thereby adjusting the overall circumference of the headband device and the appropriate position where the device is located behind the right ear.The number of rows of snap buttons 12L near the left end of the front strap may be greater than the number of holes 26R-L in the front section of the internal upright member 22R of the device located on the left side. The user can adjust the overall circumference of the headband device and the appropriate position of the device behind the right ear by selecting several rows of snap buttons 12L at different positions and engaging them with the holes 26R-L in the front section of the internal upright member 22R of the device. The two devices on the left and right and the hook-and-loop rear strap are assembled and connected by passing the rear strap through a second hole 28R in the middle section of the internal upright member of the device. The hook-and-loop rear strap has a loop section and a hook section on the same surface. The middle section is a loop section, and both ends are hook sections. The right end of the rear strap passes through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the internal upright member of the device located on the right side, then folds back and self-locks into the middle loop section of the rear strap. The left end of the rear strap passes through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the internal upright member of the device located on the left side, then folds back and self-locks into the middle loop section of the rear strap. The user adjusts the overall circumference size and comfort level of the headband device by changing the position where the hook sections at both ends of the hook-and-loop strap fold back and self-lock into the middle loop section.

[0099] As shown in Figure 2, the two devices on the left and right sides are assembled with the front strap 10 and the rear strap 30 to form a complete head-mounted ring-shaped device (see Figure 3). When the overall circumference and the proper position of the device are adjusted and it is worn on the user's head, the two devices on the left and right sides are securely fixed behind the left and right ears, making it less likely to shift or loosen. The upper and lower sections of the mask straps 106R on both sides bypass the upper and lower ends of the ears and are securely attached to the devices located behind the ears on both sides. The mask 108 covers the mouth and nose more closely, and the protective effect is enhanced by the device.

[0100] <Embodiment 3> Figure 4 shows how to use this embodiment by combining it with other accessories, and also shows the overall appearance of the head-mounted ring-shaped device when the device is assembled with other accessories by the following method of use. The head-mounted ring-shaped device for wearing a mask is composed of two devices positioned on the left and right sides, a closed-loop ring-shaped head strap 50 that fits the size of the head, and a hook-and-loop rear strap 30. When assembling the head-mounted ring-shaped device, the two devices are positioned on the left and right sides, and the arched bellies of the arched structure of the two devices face forward. The two devices and the ring-shaped head strap are assembled and connected by sewing the upper sections of the inner upright members 22R of the two devices on the left and right sides to appropriate positions on both sides of the ring-shaped head strap. The ring-shaped head strap may be made of plastic or fiber material. The sewing thread passes through multiple holes 26R, 26R-L in the inner upright members 22R of the two main devices located on the left and right sides, is wrapped around them, and then passes through predetermined positions on both sides of the ring-shaped head strap, sewing and fixing the inner upright members of the two main devices to the ring-shaped head strap. In this way, the two main devices located on the left and right sides and the ring-shaped head strap 50 are assembled and connected. The two main devices located on the left and right sides and the hook-and-loop fastener rear strap 30 are assembled and connected by passing the rear strap through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the inner upright member of the main device. The hook-and-loop fastener rear strap has a loop section and a hook section on the same surface. The middle section is a loop section, and both ends are hook sections. The right end of the rear strap passes through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the inner upright member of the main device located on the right side, then folds back and self-locks to the middle loop section of the rear strap. The left end of the rear strap passes through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the internal upright member of the device located on the left side, then folds back and self-locks into the middle section of the rear strap's loop section.The user adjusts the amount of force the rear strap exerts on the two devices towards the back of the head and the level of comfort by changing the position where the hook sections at both ends of the hook-and-loop strap are folded back and self-locked into the middle loop section.

[0101] The two devices on the left and right sides are assembled with the ring-shaped head strap 50 and the rear strap 30. When the completed assembly is worn on the user's head, the two devices on both sides are securely fixed behind the left and right ears, making it less likely for them to shift or loosen. The upper and lower straps of the mask on both sides bypass the upper and lower ends of the ears and are securely attached to the devices located behind the ears on both sides. The mask covers the mouth and nose more closely, and the protective effect is enhanced by these devices.

[0102] <Embodiment 4> Figure 5 shows one method of use in this embodiment, in which the device is assembled to the hat, and also shows the appearance of the completed device assembled to the hat by the following method of use. In this method of use, the two devices on the left and right are sewn to the appropriate positions on both sides of the hat 51 and then connected to the hook-and-loop rear strap 30 to pull the devices on both sides toward the back of the head and reinforce the fixation. The two devices and the hat are assembled and connected by sewing the upper part of the inner upright members 22R of the two devices on the left and right to the appropriate positions on the near edges of both sides of the hat. When sewing, the sewing thread 52R on the right side passes through multiple holes 26R in the upper part of the inner upright member 22R of the right device, and then passes through the appropriate position on the right edge of the hat. The sewing thread 52L on the left side passes through multiple holes 26R-L in the upper part of the inner upright member 22R of the left device, and then passes through the appropriate position on the left edge of the hat. In this way, the two main devices located on the left and right sides and the hat are assembled and connected by sewing. The two main devices on the left and right sides and the hook-and-loop fastener rear strap are assembled and connected by passing the rear strap through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the inner upright member of the main device. The hook-and-loop fastener rear strap has a loop section and a hook section on the same surface. The middle section is a loop section, and both ends are hook sections. The right end of the rear strap passes through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the inner upright member of the main device located on the right side, then folds back and self-locks to the middle loop section of the rear strap. The left end of the rear strap passes through the second hole 28R in the middle section of the inner upright member of the main device located on the left side, then folds back and self-locks to the middle loop section of the rear strap. The user can adjust the amount of force the rear strap exerts on the two devices towards the back of the head and the level of comfort by changing the position where the hook sections at both ends of the hook-and-loop strap are folded back and self-locked into the middle loop section.

[0103] The two devices on the left and right sides are assembled with the cap 51 and rear strap 30, and when the completed product is worn on the user's head, the two devices on both sides are securely fixed behind the left and right ears, making it less likely to shift or loosen. The upper and lower straps of the mask on both sides bypass the upper and lower ends of the ears and are securely attached to the devices located behind the ears on both sides. The mask covers the mouth and nose more closely, and the protective effect is enhanced by the devices.

[0104] <Embodiment 5> Figure 6 shows one method of use in this embodiment, in which the device is assembled to the hat, and also shows the appearance of the completed device assembled to the hat by the following method of use. In this method of use, the two devices on the left and right are sewn to both sides of the hat 51 using sewing thread. When sewing, the sewing thread 52R on the right side passes through multiple holes 26R in the upper part of the inner upright member 22R of the device used on the right side, and then passes through an appropriate position on the right edge of the hat. Another sewing thread 53R on the right side passes through the second hole 28R in the middle part of the inner upright member 22R of the right device, and then passes through an appropriate position on the right edge of the hat near the rear. In this way, the right device is securely sewn to the right side of the hat by the two sewing threads on the right side. Similarly, the sewing thread 52L on the left side passes through multiple holes 26R-L in the upper part of the inner upright member 22R of the left device, and then passes through an appropriate position on the left edge of the hat. Another sewing thread 53L on the left side passes through the second hole 28R in the middle of the inner upright member 22R of the left main device and passes through the appropriate position on the edge near the rear left side of the hat. In this way, the left main device is securely sewn to the left side of the hat by the two sewing threads on the left side. In this way, the two main devices located on the left and right sides and the hat are assembled and connected by sewing. When the two main devices on the left and right sides are assembled with the hat 51 and the finished product is worn on the user's head, the two main devices on the left and right sides are securely fixed behind the left and right ears, making it less likely for them to shift or loosen. The upper and lower straps of the mask on both sides bypass the upper and lower ends of the ears and are securely attached to the main devices located behind the ears on both sides. The mask covers the mouth and nose more closely, and the protective effect is enhanced by the main device.

[0105] Preferably, the double-sided device of this embodiment is manufactured by injection molding technology. The material used may be various plastic materials, silicone materials, or composite materials containing silicone and plastic, having appropriate hardness and flexibility.

[0106] As described above, this invention provides a mask-wearing assistance device. The device has two upright members, each having an arched side, and one bottom connector connected to the edges of the arched sides of the two upright members. The two upright members and the bottom connector form a groove structure with an opening in the direction of the arch's back and an arched side. The mask straps are placed at the bottom connector within this groove structure. The upright members of the device have multiple holes, which are used to connect the device with other different related accessories or articles to assemble it into a head-mounted device with a specific function. During use, the device is positioned behind the ears and is used to attach the mask straps and to perform other functions.

[0107] The features of the effects of this invention are as follows: The two devices are positioned behind the user's left and right ears, respectively, when used in combination with other applicable parts and articles. The mask straps are not placed over the ears but are instead attached to the grooved structure of the device. In this way, the burden and discomfort on the ears caused by conventional ear-loop masks can be eliminated. The mask straps are positioned within the grooved structure of the device and will not easily slip out. The upper and lower sections of the mask straps pull the mask backward in the appropriate direction. At the same time, the placement of the mask straps in the device behind the ears provides further tension and a better fit. As a result, the mask covers the mouth and nose more closely, and the protective effect of the device is enhanced. The mask straps can be easily attached to and removed from the device. The device has multiple uses; specifically, the upright members of the device have multiple holes and can be used to combine the device with other different related accessories or articles to assemble into a head-mounted device with a specific function. For example, a complete head-mounted ring-shaped device for wearing a mask can be constructed by combining two of these devices with a bendable front strap and a rear strap. For example, two of these devices can be combined with a ring-shaped head strap and used for wearing a mask. For example, two of these devices can be combined with a suitable cap and used for wearing a mask. For example, after completing the various combinations described above, two of these devices can be used to correct the shape of the ear by adding further new accessories.

[0108] The double-sided device of this invention is easy to process and manufacture. This double-sided device can be manufactured by injection molding technology. The manufacturing materials used include, but are not limited to, various suitable plastic materials, silicone materials, or composite materials containing silicone and plastic.

[0109] Based on the above, the beneficial effects and features of the present invention are as follows: It can assist in wearing a mask, eliminate the burden and discomfort on the ears caused by the mask's straps, enhance the protective effect of the mask, is easy to operate, has various uses, and is easy to manufacture using readily available raw materials.

[0110] In the specification and claims, several terms are used to refer to specific assemblies. A person skilled in the art should understand that hardware manufacturers may refer to the same assembly using different terms. In this specification and claims, assemblies are not intended to be distinguished by differences in name, but rather by differences in functionality. The terms “including” and “contains” as used in the specification and claims are non-exclusive and should be interpreted as “including, but not limited to.” “Approximately” means that a person skilled in the art can solve the technical problem and basically achieve the technical effect within an acceptable margin of error. The description in the latter half of the specification illustrates better embodiments for carrying out the present invention, but the description is intended to illustrate the general principles of the present invention and does not limit the scope of the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention should be defined by the claims.

[0111] The terms “contains,” “includes,” or any other variation thereof imply non-exclusive inclusion, thereby meaning that a product or system containing a set of elements is intended to include not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements specific to that product or system. Unless otherwise specified, the statement “contains…” does not preclude the existence of other identical elements in the product or system containing that element.

[0112] As used herein, the terms "and / or" are used simply to describe the relationship between related objects, and mean that three types of relationships may exist. For example, A and / or B can include the following three situations: when A exists alone, when A and B exist simultaneously, and when B exists alone. Also, in this specification, the symbol " / " generally indicates that the related objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship.

[0113] While the above description illustrates and illustrates several excellent embodiments of this application, as stated above, this application is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be considered to exclude other embodiments. It can be used in a variety of other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be modified within the scope of the concepts described herein by utilizing the guidance above and related art or knowledge. Modifications and changes made by persons skilled in the art should be included within the scope of the utility model claims of this application, provided that they do not deviate from the spirit and scope of this application.

Claims

1. A bilateral device for assisting in mask application, comprising a pair of arch-shaped components having a groove structure, Each of the aforementioned arch-shaped components includes an inner upright member and an outer upright member, both having arch-shaped sides. The bottoms of the inner and outer upright members are connected, forming a groove structure. Furthermore, a row of holes is provided in the upper section of the inner upright member. A two-sided device for assisting mask wearing, characterized in that when wearing a mask, the straps on both sides of the mask are each hung within the groove structure of the arch-shaped component.

2. The dual-sided device for assisting mask attachment according to claim 1, characterized in that a first projection is provided on the middle section of the outer upright member, a second projection is provided on the middle section of the inner upright member, and a second hole is provided on the second projection of the inner upright member.

3. The double-sided device for mask attachment assistance according to claim 1, characterized in that the outer shape of the side surface of the arch-shaped component is an irregular shape including at least one of a curved three-center arch, a V-shaped triangular arch, or a C-shaped arc arch, a curved shape, a strip-shaped shape, or a sheet-shaped shape.

4. The dual-sided device for assisting mask attachment according to claim 1, characterized in that the inner and outer upright members have a structure in which the entire surface is sheet-like, or a sheet-like structure having hollow holes.

5. The dual-sided device for assisting mask attachment according to claim 1, characterized in that the outer upright member is a continuous upright member or an intermittent upright member having a gap.

6. The bilateral device for assisting mask attachment according to claim 1, characterized in that a bottom connecting portion is disposed between the inner upright member and the outer upright member.

7. The two-sided device for assisting mask attachment according to claim 6, characterized in that both ends of the bottom connection portion have a notch.

8. The two-sided device for assisting mask wearing according to claim 1, characterized in that the upper and lower sections of the inner upright member have symmetrical shapes, both are provided with rows of holes, and the positions of the rows of holes in the upper section of the inner upright member and the rows of holes in the lower section are symmetrical.

9. The dual-sided device for assisting mask wearing according to claim 1, characterized in that the opening angle of the upper ends of the outer and inner upright members is between 0 and 80 degrees, with 0 degrees being the state in which both upper ends are parallel.

10. The two-sided device for assisting mask wearing according to claim 1, characterized in that the two-sided device further includes an ear-shape correcting pressing plate that is attached to the outside of the outer upright member.

11. The bilateral device for assisting mask wearing according to claim 10, characterized in that the ear shape correcting pressing plate is provided with a plurality of protrusions, a plurality of first holes are provided on the outside of the middle section of the outer upright member, and the protrusions correspond to the plurality of first holes.

12. The two-sided device for assisting mask attachment, according to claim 1, further comprises a first mounting base plate and a second mounting base plate, wherein a row of snap buttons is provided on the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate, and the row of snap buttons corresponds to a row of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member.

13. A headband device comprising a front band, a rear band, and a side-by-side device for assisting mask wearing according to any one of claims 1 to 12, The rear band is attached in connection with the middle section of the inner upright member, and the front band is attached in connection with the upper section of the inner upright member. The headband device is characterized in that the two side devices are each positioned to correspond to the area behind the ears of the headband device.

14. A headband device comprising a band-shaped annular headband and a double-sided device for assisting mask wearing according to any one of claims 1 to 12, The headband device is characterized in that the two side devices are each positioned to correspond to the area behind the ears of the band-shaped annular headband.

15. A hat, characterized in that the two-sided mask attachment assist devices described in any one of claims 1 to 12 are fixedly positioned at a location corresponding to the rear of the ears of the hat.

16. The hat according to claim 15, characterized in that the side devices are fixed to the hat by a row of holes provided in the upper part of the inner upright member.

17. The hat according to claim 15, wherein a first mounting base plate and a second mounting base plate are fixedly arranged on both sides of the hat, a row of snap buttons is provided on the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate, and the row of snap buttons corresponds to a row of holes in the upper part of the inner upright member.

18. The hat according to claim 17, characterized in that the first mounting base plate and the second mounting base plate are provided with mounting base plate fixing holes.

19. The hat according to claim 15, further comprising a rear band, the rear band being connected to and attached to the middle section of the inner upright member.

20. The hat according to claim 19, wherein the rear band has an intermediate loop section and hook sections at both ends distributed on the same surface, and the hook sections at both ends of the rear band pass through the second holes in the middle section of the inner upright members on both sides, then fold back and self-lock to the intermediate loop section.

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