Hat

Abstract

To provide a cap that solves problems of getting amenity and maintaining health, by keeping temperature lower than atmospheric air temperature and, in a cold district, conversely by warming to prevent temperature from getting excessively cold or by keeping warm above a prescribed temperature, that is used as an easy-to-handle and effective tool, and that, in daily life, is employed as an accessory for making easy use and comfort compatible while keeping convenience and beauty, with problems being solved such as preventing heatstroke.SOLUTION: In the present invention, a cap is used which freely covers more than one consecutive or detached part of the head or otherwise covers the entire head and which has a structure with attachment pockets provided in one or more part abutted on the head, as the characteristics of the cap.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a hat capable of adjusting the temperature of the head.

Background Art

[0002] In the human body, the head is a part where nerves are concentrated and sensitive, and blood flow is also concentrated. Therefore, it is of great significance to adjust its temperature as needed. It has effects such as being able to do so. In addition, when an abnormality occurs in the scalp, there is also considered to be a need to maintain a certain temperature for treatment.

[0003] For such temperature adjustment of the head or scalp, a hat equipped with a temperature adjustment function can be considered as an easy-to-handle and effective tool.

[0004] For example, Patent Document 1 describes a temperature adjustment device for attaching to a hat body, which is a temperature adjustment device for attaching to a hat body and includes a blower and an interior member for arranging inside the hat body, and a power source in the vicinity of the hat and a blower operated by the power source for arranging inside the hat body, etc., and includes control means for controlling the operation of the blower. However, cooling by a blower has the problem that the cooling function is maintained and the effect persists as long as the power supply continues, but the device becomes complicated and handling also becomes cumbersome. Helmets and the like having such a head temperature adjustment function are also scattered in other patent documents, but in daily life, there is no such thing that can achieve both ease of use and comfort while maintaining simplicity and aesthetics.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0005] Utility Model Registration No. 3156862

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006] From the above background, in many commonly occurring situations, there is a large potential demand for tools that are easy to handle and effective. Furthermore, in daily life, if there could be ornaments that are convenient, maintain aesthetics, and combine ease of use and comfort, there are issues such as preventing heat stroke. More broadly, there are issues of obtaining comfort and maintaining health by keeping the temperature lower than the temperature in the atmosphere, warming it in cold regions so that it does not become too low, or keeping it at a certain temperature or above.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0007] The inventor of the present invention arrived at the present invention during the process of intensive development. The present invention has the following configuration and solves the problems, but is not limited to the following as long as it does not deviate from the gist of the present invention. (1) A hat characterized by having a layer made of a material that easily transmits temperature to the side in contact with the head, covering one or more parts of the head that may be continuous or separated from each other or the entire head, and attachment pockets provided on one or more parts in contact with the head. (2) The hat according to (1) above, wherein the attachment pocket has a portion capable of storing and / or fixing an instrument for performing temperature adjustment such as cooling, warming, or heat retention.

Effects of the Invention

[0008] By using the present invention, comfort can be maintained, or the head can be kept at an appropriate temperature for prevention such as preventing heat stroke or for treatment of the head or scalp. It has the appearance of a hat as an easy-to-use ornament, and there is not much discomfort even when worn in daily life. The hat of the present invention can be used alone or as an inner cap with another hat or covering worn on it, so when keeping the head at an appropriate temperature, it can be used more widely than a fixture for temperature adjustment means specifically made for medical use.

Brief Explanation of the Drawings

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Best Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0010] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to those embodiments. The hat of the present invention covers one or more parts of the head that may be continuous or separated from each other, or the entire head, and is provided with a layer made of a material that easily transmits temperature on the side in contact with the head. The layer made of the material that easily transmits temperature may be a heat conduction layer, a heat insulation layer, or both, depending on the use of the hat of the present invention. One or more parts of the hat of the present invention that contact the head are provided with attachment pockets. The attachment pockets are provided on the side of the cavity where the inner head exists, that is, on the side closer to the surface in contact with the head, overlapping the heat conduction layer or the heat insulation layer. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a typical example of the hat of the present invention.

[0011] The attachment pocket of the hat according to the present invention can store and / or fix an instrument for cooling the head or for heat preservation and / or warming. For example, when the hat of the present invention is manufactured for cooling and is provided with a heat conduction layer, and a cold storage agent is stored in the attachment pocket, the cold storage agent transmits an appropriate coolness from the inside of the attachment pocket through the material of the attachment pocket to the head, making the inside of the hat a comfortable temperature.

[0012] [Hat] The hat of the present invention can be used as a single unit without wearing another hat outside. The hat of the present invention preferably has a shape suitable for use as an inner cap. On the outside of the hat of the present invention, not only various hats but also wigs, particularly full wigs or full head wigs, may be worn. There is no particular limitation on the material of the hat of the present invention as long as it can function as a hat material. The appearance or outer shape of the hat of the present invention may have aesthetics and fashionability, and may further have functionality such as attachment and mooring functions for use as an inner cap covered with another prevention or the like on top.

[0013] [Thermal conduction layer] When the hat of the present invention is manufactured for the head, it has a thermal conduction layer as a layer made of a material through which temperature is easily transmitted on the inner front surface where the hat covers the head. [Material through which temperature is easily transmitted] Examples of the material through which temperature is easily transmitted used for the thermal conduction layer include conductive yarns. In terms of having appropriate thermal conductivity, it is suitable for the hat of the present invention. However, in order to obtain the effects of the present invention, since the electrical conductivity of the conductive yarn is not relevant, as long as the material has properties such as thermal conductivity, flexibility, breathability, and ease of maintenance equivalent to or higher than those of the conductive yarn, it can be used as a layer made of a material through which temperature is easily transmitted according to the hat of the present invention. [Conductive yarn] Regarding the conductive yarn used for the thermal conduction layer according to the hat of the present invention, the following products can be cited as specific examples. However, as long as the material has properties such as thermal conductivity, flexibility, breathability, and ease of maintenance equivalent to or higher than those of the conductive yarn, it can be used. Example of conductive yarn used for the thermal conduction layer according to the hat of the present invention: Product name "AGposs 70d / 24f" The conductive yarn with the above product name, silver-plated fiber AGposs, is different from conventional silver-incorporated fibers and film-like silver yarns. Since the amount of silver is overwhelmingly large, it has excellent conductivity and is excellent in electromagnetic wave shielding, antibacterial, deodorant, heat preservation, heat insulation, and static electricity control effects. The conductive thread with the above product name has the best electrical resistance characteristics among conductive fibers while maintaining the texture of a fiber and is a thread with washing durability. In addition, the conductive thread with the above product name can also be used for antibacterial materials, etc., and its durability in home washing more than 100 times and its safety to the human body have also been demonstrated.

[0014] [Heat insulation layer] On the other hand, as a modification of the present invention, when the hat of the present invention is manufactured for heat preservation and warming of the head, the heat insulation layer is provided instead of the heat conduction layer provided when it is manufactured for cooling. The heat insulation layer not only keeps the temperature without letting heat escape, but also has air permeability and vapor permeability, so as to achieve both comfort and cleanliness. As the material of the heat insulation layer, it is considered that a thick fabric also has a certain effect, but a substance having a large specific heat and an effect of maintaining temperature among carbon, minerals, resins, etc. can be kneaded or impregnated and fixed to enhance the heat preservation effect.

[0015] [Attachment pocket] One or more attachment pockets are provided on the hat of the present invention. The attachment pocket according to the hat of the present invention is formed of a material such as cloth or a flexible resin sheet, and can store and fix a member for temperature adjustment. Since the attachment pocket according to the hat of the present invention directly contacts the head, a material having a certain flexibility and not damaging the scalp and hair is used. As the material of the attachment pocket according to the hat of the present invention, carbon thread can be used. However, as long as it has a flexibility that allows it to contact the head and durability against friction, etc., other materials can also be used as the material of the attachment pocket.

[0016] [Carbon thread] For example, as a specific product, the thread of SUMISEN (registered trademark) is a single thread formed by carbonizing precious extra-long cotton with a low annual harvest at a high temperature and twisting it with a normal thread. Use a material in which the thread itself is carbonized at a high temperature and "carbon thread" is woven or knitted. (Materials that tout the effects of ordinary charcoal are "mixtures of charcoal particles and chemicals," and although their effects decrease over time, since the thread itself of this material is "charcoal," the effects of charcoal persist semi-permanently. The deodorizing effect of charcoal can suppress the attachment of odors. Also, due to the humidity control effect and the rapid water absorption and drying effect of charcoal, mold does not grow even during the rainy season.

[0017] [Temperature regulation] The hat of the present invention can be used for cooling, heat preservation, and warming as applications. As described above, when the hat of the present invention is manufactured for cooling, a heat conduction layer is provided inside the hat. Also When the hat of the present invention is manufactured for heat preservation and / or warming to a heat insulation layer is provided inside the hat may also be .

[0018] When the hat of the present invention is manufactured for cooling, the temperature of the assumed contact point between the hat and the head is lower than the high external air temperature and contacts the head surface at a comfortable temperature, or the temperature required for medical cooling. For this purpose, it can be easily predicted that if the temperature is significantly lower than the body temperature on the head surface, it will be too cold to wear. Therefore, when the hat of the present invention is manufactured for cooling, considering medical applications such as icing of wounds, a temperature of about 0°C to 30°C is an appropriate temperature for the assumed contact point between the hat and the head. When adjusting to a more wearable temperature for comfort, it is considered that comfort can be easily obtained by adjusting to 10°C to 28°C, preferably 15°C to 25°C.

[0019] When the hat of the present invention is manufactured for heat preservation and / or warming, it is worn in a situation where the atmospheric temperature is low to warm the head or is used for the purpose of keeping the temperature below a certain level. The temperature at the contact point between the assumed hat and the head is higher than the low external air temperature and serves to prevent the release of body heat. Also, it becomes a comfortable temperature when in contact with the head surface, or a temperature necessary for medical heat or insulation temperature adjustment. For this purpose, if the temperature is significantly higher than the body temperature on the head surface, it is easily foreseeable that it will be too hot to wear, or even if it can be worn temporarily, it will result in being hot and uncomfortable. Therefore, when the hat of the present invention is manufactured for heat and / or insulation, the temperature at the assumed contact point between the hat and the head is appropriately around 10°C to 50°C even considering medical applications such as heat therapy. When adjusting to around 10°C to 37°C for more comfortable wearing, it is considered that comfort can be easily obtained.

[0020] [Cooling] Examples of cooling devices stored and / or fixed in the attachment pocket of the hat according to the present invention include cold packs, ice packs, cooling electric elements (Peltier elements), etc. When using a cooling electric element (Peltier element), the power source can be attached to the hat, or a power cord can be connected from the hat and worn on the body separately from the hat. Or, when not moving over a wide range, the power supply device can be installed at a position away from the body. For the cooling electric element (Peltier element), for example, among commercially available ones, those with a temperature that can be easily adjusted to a temperature suitable for the purpose of the present invention and are small in size can be used.

[0021] However, when the power supply device is installed at a position away from the body, in order to prevent accidents such as forgetting that the power cord is connected and moving in an undesirable form to cut the power cord or the power supply falling, for example, it is desirable to simultaneously use a safety device or means that allows the power cord to disconnect at a predetermined position when pulled with a certain force. An example of a safety device is a safety device in which the energized part of the power cord is connected by a magnet with appropriate strength, and when a force above a certain level is applied, it disconnects at a predetermined position to prevent accidents.

[0022] [Insulation] The situation where the head is kept warm by the hat of the present invention is a situation where the temperature in the atmosphere is lower than the body temperature, and if left unattended, the temperature of the head will drop significantly. Therefore, generally, not only is it necessary to keep the body temperature near the head warm with a hat, but it is often necessary to actively warm it by transferring heat with an instrument stored and / or fixed in the attachment pocket provided in the hat of the present invention. Therefore, in the situation where the head is kept warm by the hat of the present invention, an instrument having a temperature higher than the body temperature, similar to warming the head by heat with the hat of the present invention, will be stored and / or fixed in the attachment pocket. In this regard, the situation where the head is kept warm by the hat of the present invention is often a situation where the head is kept warm and / or heated by the hat of the present invention, and there is no particular need to distinguish when the purpose is to keep the head at a higher temperature than when left unattended. Examples of the heat-insulating instrument stored and / or fixed in the attachment pocket according to the hat of the present invention include a heat storage material, a portable warming stove, an electric heater, and the like.

[0023] [Warming] When the head is warmed by the hat of the present invention, there are cases of warming to relieve cold and cases of warming at a temperature higher than the body temperature for a certain period of time in heat therapy or the like. In the situation where the head is warmed by the hat of the present invention, an instrument having a temperature higher than the body temperature will be stored and / or fixed in the attachment pocket. Examples of the heat-insulating instrument stored and / or fixed in the attachment pocket according to the hat of the present invention include a cloth bag wrapped with azuki beans, a heat storage material, a portable warming stove, an electric heater, and the like. Among these, the cloth bag wrapped with azuki beans is made of natural materials and has effects such as enjoying the fragrance, and thus has a particularly high relaxation effect.

[0024] [Modification example of the hat of the present invention] As described above, the hat of the present invention is provided with a heat conduction layer and / or a heat insulation layer according to the intended use, but there are no particular restrictions on their materials or attachment methods, and the heat conduction layer and the heat insulation layer may be manufactured so as to be interchangeable. In order to maintain temperature adjustment such as coldness or warmth inside the hat, both the heat conduction layer and the heat insulation layer may be provided in layers. In this case, if a heat insulation layer is provided between the side closer to the head as the heat conduction layer and the outer part of the hat, which is in direct contact with the atmosphere on the side opposite to the head, the surface part of the head can be efficiently temperature-adjusted, and the temperature-adjusted state is less likely to be released outside during the wearing of the hat of the present invention. The hat of the present invention can be created and used by changing the position and shape of the attachment pocket according to the intended use. The position of the attachment pocket according to the hat of the present invention can vary according to the purpose. In addition to providing it in a part of the back of the head where there is a lot of blood flow to cool the head, it can also be provided at a position corresponding to a specific affected area for thermotherapy to give a warming effect.

Explanation of Signs

[0025] 1 Hat 11 Attachment Pocket 12 Mouth Part of the Attachment Pocket 20 Layer Made of a Material with Good Heat Transfer (Heat Conduction Layer, Heat Insulation Layer, or Layer with the Heat Conduction Layer and the Heat Insulation Layer Overlapped)

Industrial Applicability

[0026] The present invention can be used as a medical device and also as an ornament for daily use, and can be utilized in these industries.

Claims

Claim 1 A hat, comprising: a heat conduction layer covering one or more parts of the head, which may be continuous or separated from each other, and made of a material that is in contact with the head and has a heat conductivity and air permeability equal to or higher than that of silver-plated fibers, so that heat can be easily transmitted; one or more attachment pockets are provided on the part in contact with the head, and the attachment pocket has a portion capable of storing and / or fixing an instrument for performing temperature adjustment such as cooling, warming, or heat preservation. The hat has a heat insulation layer on the side closer to the outer surface of the hat than the attachment pocket. The hat, wherein the side closer to the head is the heat conduction layer, and the heat insulation layer is provided on the side closer to the outer surface of the hat than the heat conduction layer.

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