Shaded clothing

Abstract

To provide a garment which shields a neck and a back of a head of a wearer, protects the wearer from direct sunlight, and can effectively cool the same parts when the garment is applied as an air-conditioned garment.SOLUTION: A garment includes a shade part 3 for covering a neck and a back of a head of a wearer, and an upper part of the shade part 3 can be attached to a helmet and the like. A base end of the shade part 3 is connected to a back body part 5 of a garment body 2, and a storage pocket 13 which can store the shade part 3 is provided in the back body part 5. When the garment is applied as an air-conditioned garment, the shade part 3 functions as a wind guide sheet which guides air sent into the garment by a blower to the neck and the back of the head of the wearer. Thus, the garment not only shields the neck and the back of the head of the wearer from direct sunlight but also can guide the air to the same parts to positively cool them.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a shaded garment that covers the neck and back of the head of a wearer. [Background technology]

[0002] To prevent heatstroke, it is important to protect the nape of the neck and the back of the head from direct sunlight. This can be achieved by covering the nape of the neck and the back of the head in some way, but the only clothing that can do this is a hooded parka or a windbreaker.

[0003] On the other hand, air-conditioned clothing equipped with a blower (air blower fan) that forcibly sends air into the clothing is known. Prior art in which a guide sheet or an air duct hood is integrated into such air-conditioned clothing is described in Patent Documents 1 and 2. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] International Publication No. 2016 / 016996 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-71032 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, hooded parkas and windbreakers have the problem of poor breathability because they completely cover not only the wearer's neck and the back of the head, but also the entire head, trapping heat inside the hood. There is also the problem of poor visibility due to the hood blocking the view.

[0006] On the other hand, the prior art described in Patent Document 1, in which a guide sheet is integrated into an air-conditioned suit, has the advantage that the guide sheet can guide the air blown in by the blower to the wearer's neck, the back of the head, and even the inside of the helmet. However, because the guide sheet is attached to the back of the collar of the suit (Patent Document 1, Claim 1, etc.), it also covers the ears (Patent Document 1, Figures 1 and 6, etc.), which, combined with the noise of the blower itself, makes it difficult to hear surrounding sounds. Furthermore, because the guide sheet is supposed to be left hanging down when not in use (Paragraph

[0045] , Figures 2 and 3, etc.), there is also the problem that the guide sheet gets in the way of work.

[0007] Furthermore, in the prior art described in Patent Document 2, in which an air duct hood is integrated into an air-conditioned suit, the air duct hood can be stored inside the collar when not in use, but storing the air duct hood inside the collar causes the collar to bulge, narrowing the airflow around the neck and impeding air circulation, which may hinder the air conditioning function of the air-conditioned suit itself. This is because, in order for air-conditioned suit to fully perform its air conditioning function, the air taken into the suit by the blower needs to be able to circulate and be exhausted smoothly.

[0008] The present invention has been made to solve such problems, and aims to provide clothing that shields the wearer's neck and back of the head to protect them from direct sunlight, and when applied to air-conditioned clothing, can also guide air to the neck and back of the head to effectively cool these areas. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is characterized by the following configuration. That is, the present invention provides a garment that includes a wearing means that can be worn on the head of a wearer, and a shade part that covers the nape of the neck and the back of the head of the wearer when the wearing means is worn on the head, The base end of the shade section is connected to the back of the garment body, and the back section is provided with a storage pocket capable of storing the shade section.

[0010] According to the present invention, the shade portion can cover the nape of the neck and the back of the head of the wearer, thereby shielding and protecting these areas from direct sunlight.

[0011] The shade can be stored in a storage pocket on the back of the garment, so when not in use, the shade can be stored in the storage pocket, preventing it from getting in the way of work or exercise.

[0012] Furthermore, since the storage pocket of the present invention is not located in a narrow, curved area such as the collar that goes around the neck, but in the relatively flat and roomy back body, storing the shade in the storage pocket does not make the area bulky or stiff, resulting in a comfortable fit and the storage pocket containing the shade not interfering with work or exercise.

[0013] Here, the wearing means of the present invention may be one that can be worn on the wearer's head, and may not only be one that can be worn directly on the wearer's head, but also one that can be worn on a helmet, hat, cap, etc. if the wearer is wearing such a hat.

[0014] In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the shade can be formed to widen from the base end to the tip end. This allows the shade to be connected to the back of the garment at its narrow base end, allowing it to easily follow the wearer's neck movements. Furthermore, this configuration minimizes the likelihood of the shade covering the ears when worn, eliminating the risk of making it difficult to hear surrounding sounds.

[0015] In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the shade portion may be provided with an expandable bellows portion, which allows the shade portion to better follow the movement of the wearer's neck.

[0016] In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the shade portion may be coated with a light-shielding or heat-shielding coating, thereby further improving the light-shielding and heat-shielding effects on the neck and back of the head of the wearer.

[0017] In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the attachment means may be an elastic band. The band may also be provided with a non-slip member. This configuration allows the shade to be securely fastened to the wearer's head, eliminating the risk of distraction caused by an unstable fit.

[0018] In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the shade may be provided with an ice pack storage section capable of storing an ice pack, in which case the cooling effect of the ice pack can further cool the neck and back of the head of the wearer.

[0019] In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, a blower may be provided to forcibly send air into the clothing, which is an example of the application of the present invention to an air-conditioned clothing.

[0020] When the present invention is configured in this manner, when the wearing means is worn on the head, the shade portion also functions as an air guide sheet that guides the air sent into the inside of the clothing by the blower to the wearer's neck and back of the head, thereby providing a cooling effect in addition to the shielding effect on the neck and back of the head.

[0021] Furthermore, because the storage pocket is located in the back body, where the fabric is relatively flat and spacious, a sufficient air flow path can be secured even when the shade part is stored in the storage pocket, allowing the air conditioning function of the air-conditioned clothing itself to be fully utilized and a sufficient amount of air to be distributed to the nape of the neck and the back of the head. As a result, there is no risk of the storage part being bulky or stiff, which would narrow the air flow path or impede air flow, as would be the case if the storage part were located in a narrow, curved part such as the collar.

[0022] When the present invention is applied to an air-conditioned suit, one of its preferred embodiments is as follows: An inner pad portion having cushioning properties is provided inside the garment, When the garment is worn and a harness for working at height is then put on over it, the inner pad portion separates the garment from the human body to ensure an air passage between the two, and this air passage may allow air from the blower to circulate inside the garment.

[0023] With this configuration, even when a harness for working at heights (also called a "harness-type safety belt" or "full harness-type safety belt"; in this invention, simply referred to as a "harness") is worn over the clothing, the cushioned inner pad portion provided inside the harness ensures an air passage between the clothing and the human body, and this air passage allows air from the fan to circulate inside the clothing, so the tightness of the harness does not impede the flow of air inside the clothing. Therefore, the cooling function can be fully exerted even when the harness is worn over the clothing.

[0024] Furthermore, when working at heights, it is mandatory to wear not only a harness but also a helmet. If the harness is worn over the garment of the present invention and the attachment means is attached to the helmet, the air sent in by the blower can be guided not only to the neck and back of the head by the shade portion, but also to the inside of the helmet through the gap between the helmet and the head, thereby cooling a wide area of ​​the head.

[0025] When the present invention is applied to an air-conditioned suit, one of its preferred embodiments is as follows: The inner pad portions are provided on both the left and right sides of the back side of the garment at intervals, and the air blower is provided at a position lower than the left and right inner pad portions, A downwardly expanding air passage may be formed between the left and right inner pad portions, and the air from the blower may be forcibly guided from below to above the air passage.

[0026] With this configuration, even when the harness is worn over the clothing, an air passage can be secured in the back area, and air can flow from bottom to top in that area. This not only allows for concentrated cooling in that area, but also, because the air passage is formed in a downward-spreading shape, it is possible to gradually compress the air from the bottom and increase the flow rate, thereby ensuring sufficient air distribution all the way to the head.

[0027] When the present invention is applied to an air-conditioned suit, one of its preferred embodiments is as follows: The left and right inner pad portions may be provided on a common base portion, and this base portion may prevent the left and right inner pad portions from coming into close contact with each other, thereby ensuring an air passage between them.

[0028] With this configuration, there is no risk that the fabric of the clothing will bend when the wearer moves, causing the left and right inner pad portions to come into close contact with each other and block the air passage between them, and relative movement of the left and right inner pad portions can be prevented, keeping them appropriately spaced apart.

[0029] When the present invention is applied to an air-conditioned clothing, one preferred embodiment is that the inner pad portion is configured to be detachable from the clothing.

[0030] With this configuration, when there is no need to wear a harness, for example when working on the ground, the inner pad can be removed and worn, so the usage mode can be changed depending on the application, improving convenience. Note that if the left and right inner pads on the back side are provided on a common base to prevent the inner pads from sticking together, the base may be configured to be detachable as well. [Effects of the Invention]

[0031] As described above, the present invention can effectively shield the wearer's nape and back of the head from direct sunlight. Furthermore, when the present invention is applied to air-conditioned clothing, in addition to this effect, air can be guided to the nape of the neck and back of the head, actively cooling these areas. Furthermore, since the shade section can be stored in a storage pocket when not in use, the shade section does not get in the way of work or exercise. Furthermore, since the storage pocket is located in the back body, where the fabric is relatively flat and roomy, storing the shade section in the storage pocket does not cause the area to become bulky or stiff. Therefore, even when the present invention is applied to air-conditioned clothing, the air-conditioning function of the air-conditioned clothing itself can be fully utilized, and a sufficient amount of air can be distributed to the nape of the neck and back of the head. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0032] [Figure 1] FIG. 1A is a front view of a vest according to a first embodiment, and FIG. 1B is a rear view thereof. [Figure 2] A side view of the vest. [Figure 3] (A) is a front view of the vest with the shade part stored in the storage pocket, (B) is a back view of the same, and (C) is a front view of the vest with only the shade part extracted. [Figure 4] A side view of the vest when worn. [Figure 5] 10A and 10B are diagrams illustrating the ability of the shade portion to follow the wearer's neck movements while wearing the vest. [Figure 6]10A is a front view of the air-conditioned clothing according to the second embodiment, and FIG. 10B is a rear view thereof (both show the shade part stored in the storage pocket). [Figure 7] A rear perspective view of the air-conditioned suit being worn. [Figure 8] A side view of the air-conditioned suit being worn. [Figure 9] A front view of the head area when wearing the air-conditioned suit. [Figure 10] (A) is an exploded view of the air-conditioned clothing, and (B) is an exploded view (both excluding the sleeves). [Figure 11] An exploded view of the inner pad part of the above air-conditioned clothing. [Figure 12] A disassembled (separated) view of the inner pad and base on the back side of the above air-conditioned clothing. [Figure 13] A diagram showing the air flow inside the above-mentioned air-conditioned clothing. [Figure 14] A diagram showing the air flow inside the above-mentioned air-conditioned clothing. [Figure 15] An external view of the above air-conditioned suit with various harnesses attached. [Figure 16] A diagram showing the internal state when a harness is worn over the above-mentioned air-conditioned suit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0033] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0034] First Embodiment The first embodiment is an example in which the present invention is applied to a vest, and Figure 1(A) is a front view thereof, Figure 1(B) is a back view thereof, Figure 2 is a side view thereof, Figure 3(A) is a front view of the same vest with the shade portion stored in the storage pocket, Figure 3(B) is a back view thereof, and Figure 3(C) is a front view of the same vest with only the shade portion extracted.

[0035] This vest 1 comprises a vest body (clothing body) 2 and a shade part 3 that covers the wearer's nape (back of the neck) and the back of the head. The vest body 2 has a structure similar to that of a normal vest, with a zipper 6 that slides up and down in the center of the front body 4, allowing the front body 4 to be opened and closed left and right by sliding this zipper 6. A rubber band (not shown) is installed in the hem 7, so that the hem 7 fits snugly around the wearer's waist when worn. Reference numeral 8 denotes the collar.

[0036] The shade section 3 has its lower end (base end) sewn to the upper part of the back part of the back body 5, and is constructed as one unit with the vest body 2. The position where the lower end of the shade section 3 is sewn is below the collar section 8. Therefore, the shade section 3 is independent of the collar section 8. The lateral (horizontal) length (linear distance) of the lower end of this shade section 3 corresponds approximately to the lateral (horizontal) length (linear distance) of the collar section 8 when viewed from behind. The outer shape of the shade section 3 is formed to widen upward from the bottom (see Figures 2 and 4), and the length of the upper end is longer than the length of the lower end. As shown in Figures 2 and 4, the length of the upper end of this shade section 3 is long enough to go around halfway around the head.

[0037] An elastic band (wearing means) 9 is sewn to both the left and right ends of the upper end of the shade part 3. This band 9 is positioned near the wearer's forehead when worn, and its inner surface (the surface facing the wearer) is coated with non-slip rubber (non-slip member) (not shown). This prevents the band 9 from accidentally coming off the head when worn on the head.

[0038] As shown in Figures 1(B) and 2, a bellows portion 10 is provided near the lower end of the shade portion 3, where the fabric is folded and sewn into a bellows shape. This bellows portion 10 is configured to be stretchable, and as shown in Figure 5, it is intended to easily follow the movement of the wearer's neck when they move it back and forth or side to side while wearing the shade portion 3 on their head. In this embodiment, this bellows portion 10 is configured with three pleats in the lateral direction (horizontal direction). In addition, one pleat 11 is formed on each of the left and right sides of the rear center line in the longitudinal direction (up and down direction) of the shade portion 3, and these also function as stretchable bellows portions.

[0039] 3(C), an ice pack storage section 12 capable of storing an ice pack (not shown) is provided near the nape of the neck on the inside (wearer side) of the shade section 3. The ice pack storage section 12 is formed into a horizontally long bag shape by overlapping a stretchy mesh fabric on the inside (wearer side) of the fabric constituting the shade section 3 and sewing the periphery together, and is configured so that the ice pack can be taken in and out through a slit 12a made vertically in the approximate center.

[0040] The "ice pack" referred to in the present invention may be any material capable of cooling the human body, regardless of its name; one example is a material commercially available under the name of an ice pack. The ice pack is frozen in a freezer before use. The ice pack used in this embodiment is configured to be rectangular in plan view, with a gel-like substance such as a water-absorbent polymer or a water-soluble polymer filled inside a packaging material and further covered with a heat insulating sheet such as an aluminum vapor deposition sheet.

[0041] The shade unit 3 can be stored in the vest body 2. That is, a storage pocket 13 capable of storing the shade unit 3 is provided at the upper part of the back part of the back body 5 of the vest body 2, and when the shade unit 3 is not in use, it can be folded and stored in this storage pocket 13. Specifically, the lower end of the shade unit 3 is sewn to the back body 5 at a position slightly below the entrance opening 13a of the storage pocket 13 so that it fits within the storage pocket 13. In addition, a hook-and-loop fastener 13b is provided at the entrance opening 13a of the storage pocket 13, and this hook-and-loop fastener 13b allows the entrance opening 13a to be opened and closed freely.

[0042] The vest 1 of the first embodiment configured as described above can be used as work clothing in the hot sun, or as sports clothing for fishing, mountain climbing, jogging, etc. in the hot sun. It is particularly characterized by its use in combination with a helmet 14, hat, or cap (hereinafter, the helmet 14, hat, cap, etc. will be referred to as the "helmet 14, etc."). Specifically, while wearing the helmet 14, etc., the shade portion 3 is removed from the storage pocket 13, and the stretchable band 9 attached to its upper end (tip) is wrapped around the helmet 14, etc. As a result, as shown in FIG. 4, the neck and back of the head can be further covered while wearing the helmet 14, etc., thereby shielding these areas from direct sunlight.

[0043] Furthermore, the vest 1 of this embodiment does not cover the entire head like a hood, but only covers the nape and back of the head, so it is less likely to trap heat and is breathable.Furthermore, it does not obstruct the view and the ears are mostly exposed, making it easy to check for safety around you.

[0044] Additionally, the inner surface of the band 9 is provided with anti-slip rubber, allowing the shade part 3 to be firmly fixed to the helmet 14, etc. Furthermore, the shade part 3 is provided with stretchable bellows parts 10 and 11, which allow it to easily follow the movement of the neck, which also provides a sense of stability when worn.

[0045] Furthermore, when the shade part 3 is not in use, it can be stored in the storage pocket 13, so the shade part 3 does not get in the way of work or exercise.

[0046] In order to enhance the light-shielding and heat-shielding effects of the shade portion 3, a light-shielding or heat-shielding coating (not shown) may be applied to the inside thereof. Examples of such a coating include titanium and silver coatings.

[0047] Second Embodiment Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. The second embodiment is an example in which the present invention is applied to a so-called air-conditioned suit, with Fig. 6(A) being a front view, Fig. 6(B) being a back view, and Fig. 7 being a rear perspective view. This air-conditioned suit 21 comprises a garment main body 22 and a shade part 3 that covers the neck and back of the head of the wearer. To avoid redundant explanation, the same or corresponding parts as those in the first embodiment will be assigned the same reference numerals and explanations thereof will be omitted.

[0048] The garment body 22 is a sleeved, blouson-style jacket, and has a front body 24 and a back body 25. A zipper 6 that slides freely up and down is provided in the center of the front body 24, and the front body 24 can be opened and closed left and right by sliding this zipper 6. A rubber band (not shown) is installed in the hem 7, so that the hem 7 fits snugly around the waist of the wearer when worn.

[0049] A pair of blowers 26, 26 are attached to the left and right sides of the lower part of the back body 25. In this embodiment, the pair of blowers 26, 26 are fan-type blowers (details not shown) and are positioned on the sides of the wearer's waist when worn. However, the location of the blowers 26 is not limited to this position. A battery for driving the blowers 26 and a controller (not shown) equipped with a switch and air volume adjustment unit are stored in a pocket 27 provided inside the front body 24 and are connected to each blower 26, 26 by cables not shown.

[0050] On the other hand, the configuration of the shade portion 3 is the same as that of the first embodiment, and the configuration of the storage pocket 13 for storing the shade portion 3 and the location where it is provided are also the same as those of the first embodiment.

[0051] Furthermore, inside the air-conditioned clothing 21, a pair of inner pads 32 are provided on the left and right sides, parallel to each other in the vertical direction, approximately above the fans 26, specifically at the shoulder blades on the back side of the wearer. The pair of inner pads 32 are spaced apart on the left and right, and the space between them forms an air passage 33 through which air sent by the fans 26 circulates, as will be described later. This air passage 33 is provided exactly along the spine. The air passage 33 is also formed to widen downward, so that the left and right fans 26 forcibly send air into the lower inlet of the air passage 33.

[0052] The inner pad portions 32·32 according to this embodiment have sufficient breathability and cushioning to allow air to pass from one side to the other, and are rigid enough to ensure an air passage 33 between the air-conditioned clothing 21 and the body even when the air-conditioned clothing 21 is worn with a harness 40 for work at height attached over it. The air passage 33 thus ensured between the air-conditioned clothing 21 and the body and the breathability of the inner pad portions 32·32 themselves allow air sent in by the fans 26·26 to circulate inside the air-conditioned clothing 21.

[0053] The specific configuration of the inner pad sections 32·32 is as follows. That is, as shown in Fig. 11, each inner pad section 32·32 mainly comprises a pad core material 34 and a storage section 35. The pad core material 34 is made by irregularly entangling a large number of synthetic resin wires and partially welding them together, and has spaces or gaps formed inside that allow sufficient air to flow through and communicate from one side to the other, so that the storage section 35 as a whole has both cushioning properties against compression and rigidity necessary to prevent crushing. The storage section 35 has a surface section 35a and an attachment surface section 35b made of a relatively large mesh fabric, and the pad core material 34 is stored between the two before being integrated.

[0054] As shown in Figure 12, each of the inner pad sections 32, 32 having such a configuration is attached to a base section 38 made of a relatively thick, inelastic, and stiff mesh fabric called hard mesh, and is attached to the inner surface of the air-conditioned clothing 21 via this base section 38. Specifically, snap fasteners 36 are provided on the side edges of the base section 38 (see Figure 10(B)), which engage with fasteners 37 provided at corresponding locations on the air-conditioned clothing 21, allowing the base section 38 itself to be detachably attached to the inside of the air-conditioned clothing 21.

[0055] The base 38 has the function of separating the left and right inner pad portions 32 (the function of preventing relative movement), thereby preventing the left and right inner pad portions 32 from coming into close contact with each other and maintaining the air passage 33 between them. Specifically, if the left and right inner pad portions 32 were attached directly to the inside surface of the air-conditioned clothing 21 without the base 38, the fabric of the air-conditioned clothing 21 would flex as the wearer moves, causing the left and right inner pad portions 32 to come into close contact with each other and potentially blocking the air passage 33 between them. However, if the inner pad portions 32 are attached to the inside of the air-conditioned clothing 21 via a common base 38, the rigidity of the base 38 prevents the left and right inner pad portions 32 from moving relative to each other, maintaining an appropriate distance between them.

[0056] In this embodiment, in addition to the inner pads 32 on the back side, inner pads 39 are also provided inside the chest area of ​​the left and right front body panels. These inner pads 39 on the chest area also have breathability and cushioning properties, and are formed in a generally rectangular shape.

[0057] The specific configuration of the inner pad sections 39 is substantially the same as that of the back-side inner pad sections 32, except for their outer shapes. However, while the back-side inner pad sections 32 were attached to the inner surface of the air-conditioned clothing 21 via a base section 38, the chest-side inner pad sections 39 do not have such a base section and are instead attached directly to the air-conditioned clothing 21 with their attachment surfaces 35b facing the air-conditioned clothing 21. Specifically, snap fasteners 36 are provided on the side edges of the attachment surfaces 35b of each inner pad section 39 (see Figure 10(B)), which engage with fasteners 37 provided at corresponding locations on the air-conditioned clothing 21, allowing each inner pad section 39 to be detachably attached to the inside of the air-conditioned clothing 21.

[0058] The positions of the back side inner pads 32 and chest inner pads 39 are set so that they come into contact with the belt of the harness 40 (see Figures 15 and 16) when the harness 40 for work at height is worn over the air-conditioned clothing of this embodiment. As shown in Figure 16(B) in particular, on the back side, the left and right inner pads 32 are positioned so that the back side belt of the harness 40 bridges between them. On the front side, the left and right chest inner pads 39 are positioned so that they come into contact with the two front belts of the harness 40, respectively.

[0059] 7 to 9, in the air-conditioned clothing 21 of the second embodiment configured in this manner, the shade portion 3 not only has a shielding function that protects the wearer's nape and back of the head from direct sunlight, but also functions as an air guide sheet that guides air discharged from the nape of the collar (this is air taken into the clothing by the fan) to the wearer's nape and back of the head. This not only protects the wearer's nape and back of the head from direct sunlight, but also actively cools these areas.

[0060] Furthermore, when the air-conditioned clothing 21 of the second embodiment is used in conjunction with a helmet 14, the air guided to the wearer's neck and back of the head can be further guided into the interior of the helmet 14 through the gap between the helmet 14 and the head, thereby cooling the inside of the helmet 14, thereby achieving a greater cooling effect.

[0061] Furthermore, the air-conditioned clothing 21 of the second embodiment is provided with inner padding 32 / 39 inside the main garment body 22 that is compatible with a harness 40 for work at height, allowing the harness 40 for work at height to be worn over the garment. The inner padding 32 / 39 also creates an air passage inside the air-conditioned clothing 21, allowing the air conditioning effect inherent to the clothing to be fully achieved even when the harness 40 is not worn, and allowing air to be smoothly delivered to the nape of the neck and the back of the head. Furthermore, the inner padding 32 / 39 is detachable, allowing the clothing to be worn without the inner padding 32 / 39. The above points are described in further detail below.

[0062] First, when the air-conditioned clothing 21 of this embodiment is worn alone without the harness 40 for work at height, the inner pad portions 32 and 39 separate the air-conditioned clothing 21 from the human body, creating a space between them, which acts as an air passageway, allowing air to circulate smoothly to the nape of the neck and the back of the head. Furthermore, when the helmet 14 is worn, the air delivered to the nape of the neck and the back of the head can be further guided by the shade portion 3 through the gap between the helmet 14 and the head into the interior of the helmet 14, thereby effectively cooling the interior of the helmet 14. Furthermore, the air that passes through the interior of the helmet 14 is discharged in front of the face, effectively cooling the wearer's face.

[0063] If the harness 40 is not worn, the inner pad portions 32, 39 may be removed and worn. In this case, the body can be cooled in the same way as with a normal air-conditioned suit, and the shade portion 3 allows air to circulate smoothly to the nape of the neck and the back of the head. Furthermore, when the helmet 14 is worn, the shade portion 3 can further guide the air delivered to the nape of the neck and the back of the head into the interior of the helmet 14 through the gap between the helmet 14 and the head, thereby effectively cooling the interior of the helmet 14.

[0064] On the other hand, when wearing a harness 40 for working at heights, the harness 40 can be worn over the air-conditioned clothing 21 of this embodiment. Even in this case, as shown in Fig. 16, the inner pad portions 32, 39 prevent the air-conditioned clothing 21 from coming into close contact with the human body and ensure an air passage between them, allowing air taken into the air-conditioned clothing 21 by the fans 26, 26 to be smoothly delivered to the nape of the neck and the back of the head through the air passage. Furthermore, the air delivered to the nape of the neck and the back of the head in this way can be further guided by the shade portion 3 through the gap between the helmet 14 and the head into the interior of the helmet 14. As a result, the neck, the back of the head, and even the interior of the helmet 14 can be effectively cooled even when the harness 40 and helmet 14 are worn.

[0065] Furthermore, the air passage 33 on the back side is formed to widen downward, and the left and right fans 26, 26 are configured to forcibly send air into the lower inlet of the air passage 33, so that the air flowing through this air passage 33 is gradually compressed upward, increasing the flow velocity near the upper back, as shown in Figure 13(B). This not only enables intensive cooling near the upper back, but also allows the air to be more smoothly distributed upward (to the nape of the neck, the back of the head, and even the head). As a result, this works synergistically with the air guide effect of the shade part 3 to effectively cool the nape of the neck, the back of the head, and even the head of the wearer.

[0066] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments. In the above-described embodiments, an example in which the present invention is applied to outerwear has been shown, but the present invention may also be applied to one-piece top and bottom garments. In the above-described embodiments, a band with anti-slip rubber (anti-slip material) applied to the inner surface has been described as an example of a fastening means for attaching the shade unit 3 to the head, but this is merely an example, and other means such as hook-and-loop fasteners or buttons may be used as long as they can be attached to the wearer's head.

[0067] In the first embodiment, an example in which the present invention is applied to a sleeveless vest is shown, but the present invention is not limited to this configuration and may be applied to, for example, a jacket with sleeves.

[0068] In the second embodiment, the present invention is applied to an air-conditioned clothing with sleeves, but the present invention is not limited to this configuration and may be applied to, for example, a sleeveless vest-type air-conditioned clothing. Also, in the second embodiment, inner pad portions 32 and 39 are provided, but the provision of inner pad portions 32 and 39 is not essential.

[0069] The specific configuration of the inner pad portion is not limited to that shown in the above embodiment. In the above embodiment, the inner pad portion itself is configured to be breathable. However, the inner pad portion may be configured using a material that has cushioning properties but is not breathable, such as urethane resin. In the above embodiment, the left and right inner pad portions 32 on the back side are attached to the inner surface of the garment via a common base portion 38. However, the base portion 38 is not required, and each inner pad portion 32 may be attached directly to the inner surface of the garment. Furthermore, the specific configuration of the base portion 38 is not limited to that of the above embodiment. Any appropriate material and configuration may be used as long as it has the function of preventing relative movement of the left and right inner pad portions 32 to a certain extent.

[0070] Furthermore, the locations and number of inner pads are not limited to those shown in the above embodiment, as long as an air passage is secured when the harness is worn over the air-blowing garment. For example, although the inner pads are provided on the back and chest in the above embodiment, they may also be provided on the shoulders.

[0071] In the above embodiment, a pair of blowers 26, 26 is provided, but the number of blowers is not limited to two and may be one or more. In the above embodiment, a blower of a fan type is provided as the blower, but the blower of the present invention is not limited to this configuration and may be, for example, a compressor type. It is sufficient for the blower of the present invention to have the function of blowing outside air into the inside of the garment. [Explanation of symbols]

[0072] 1 Vest (clothing) 2 Vest body (clothing body) 3 Shade section 4 Front 5 Back 6 Zipper 7 Hem 8 Collar 9. Band (wearing means) 10 Horizontal bellows section (bellows section) 11 Vertical bellows section (bellows section) 12 Ice pack storage section 12a Break 13 Storage Pocket 13a Inlet opening 13b Hook and Loop Fastener 14. Helmet 21 Air-conditioned clothing (clothing) 22 Clothes body 24 Front 25 Back 26 Blower 27 Controller storage pocket 32 Inner pad part (back side) 33 Ventilation channel 34 Pad core material 35 Storage section 35a Surface part 35b Mounting surface 36 Fastener (inner pad side) 37 Fastener (Air Conditioned Suit Side) 38 Base 39 Inner pad part (chest side) 40 Harness for working at height

Claims

1. A garment comprising a wearing means that can be worn on the head of a wearer, and a shade part that covers the neck and back of the head of the wearer when the wearing means is worn on the head, The base end of the shade section is connected to the back of the garment body, and the back section is provided with a storage pocket in which the shade section can be stored, while the collar section does not have the storage pocket; the garment is provided with a fan that forcibly sends air into the garment, and when the wearing means is worn on the head, the shade section also functions as a wind guide sheet that directs the air sent into the garment by the fan to the wearer's neck and back of the head; and the shade section is formed in a fan-shaped shape from the base end to the tip end so as not to cover the ears.

2. 2. The garment according to claim 1, wherein the shade portion is provided with an expandable bellows portion.

3. 3. The garment according to claim 1, wherein the shade portion is coated with a light-shielding or heat-shielding coating.

4. 4. The garment according to claim 1, wherein the fastening means is a stretchable band, and the band is provided with an anti-slip member.

5. 5. The garment according to claim 1, wherein the shade portion is provided with an ice pack storage portion capable of storing an ice pack.

6. An inner pad portion having cushioning properties is provided inside the garment, A garment as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that when the garment is worn and a harness for working at height is attached over it, the inner pad portion separates the garment from the human body to ensure an air passage between them, and this air passage allows air from the blower to circulate inside the garment.

7. The inner pad portions are provided on both the left and right sides of the back side of the garment at intervals, and the air blower is provided at a position lower than the left and right inner pad portions, 7. The garment according to claim 6, wherein a downwardly expanding air passage is formed between the left and right inner pad portions, and the air from the blower is forcibly guided from below to above the air passage.

8. The garment according to claim 7, characterized in that the left and right inner pad portions are provided on a common base portion, and this base portion prevents the left and right inner pad portions from coming into close contact with each other, thereby ensuring an air passage between them.

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