A cover that changes in usage and shape.
The foldable mask cover addresses moisture absorption and hygiene issues by providing a stylish and portable storage solution with integrated moisture-proof features and absorbent materials, ensuring clean and convenient mask handling.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- JP2023014300
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-01-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-26
- Estimated Expiration
- 2043-01-17
AI Technical Summary
Conventional mask storage solutions face challenges such as moisture absorption, hygiene issues, unsightly placement, lack of distinction from others, and inconvenience when no storage is available, leading to wearing the mask uncovered.
A foldable mask cover designed with a stopper portion and crease retention features, allowing for stylish, hygienic, and portable storage, with optional moisture-proof sections and absorbent materials integration.
Provides a clean, moisture-free, and stylish way to store masks, maintaining air circulation and allowing for easy carrying, while offering a designated place for masks and additional items like tissues or incense bags.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] Relates to a cover for a mask that can be stored while being dried.
Background Art
[0002] Conventionally, the double - stacked form has been mainstream.
Prior Art Documents
Patent Documents
[0003] Japanese Patent Application Laid - Open No. 2004 - 313750 / Sheet mask using cherry leaves. Utility Model Registration No. 3112121 / Mask case for portable storage
Summary of the Invention
Problems to be Solved by the Invention
[0004] For this reason, there were the following problems. i) It was difficult to absorb the moisture of the used mask. ii) The mask with accumulated moisture had to be stored in a sealed manner. iii) When it was desired to place it on a table without looking unsightly and hygienically and without absorbing moisture, there was no choice but to lay or cover it with a napkin. iv) There was no other way to place the removed mask at a restaurant so that it could be distinguished from the masks of other customers. v) When there was no place to put it, there was no choice but to wear the mask on the arm uncovered. Means for Solving the Invention
[0005] At approximately the middle position of a sheet portion having a generally horizontally - long rectangular outline shape, it is folded vertically and overlapped, and the outside of a folding line obtained by folding the end portion of the lower side surface portion of the sheet portion vertically with an arbitrary width is used as a stopper portion. In order to give a folding habit to the line generated by folding, the shape of the folding is memorized, or perforations are made at that position, or partial joining is performed at the end portion or the like, or the same processing as described above is performed on the core portion, and the end portion of the upper side surface portion of the sheet portion is fitted into the fold between the stopper portion and the lower side surface portion, which is characterized in that. Effects of the Invention
[0006] • I no longer have to worry about where to put my removed mask, and there are no longer any hygiene issues when I place it on the table. It no longer absorbs moisture. • It looks stylish on the table and no longer feels like it's getting in the way. • Covering it allows you to maintain space and allow air to circulate. • It can now be kept clean and moisture-free, and can be carried in a bag or worn on the wrist. • I now have a place to put my mask when I take it off. • Because it is made of a single piece and is not a complete bag, it is possible to create space and allow air to circulate. It's now possible to keep absorbent materials like tissues and scented tea bags on hand along with masks. • It is now possible to hang the mask with the usable side open. • It can be made smaller and is portable without being cumbersome. • It can now cover masks with greater thickness and width. [Brief explanation of the drawing]
[0007] [Figure 1] This is form 1. [Figure 2] This is a diagram for use. [Figure 3] This is form 2. [Figure 4] This is form 3. [Figure 5] This is a perspective view of its use. [Modes for carrying out the invention] [Examples]
[0008] The design is based on a single sheet or a sheet of material bundled into a single sheet. The ear loops (8) are shown with a single line, and the handles (15) with a double line. A moisture-proof section (11) is provided as needed for all forms. In addition, if a material that can completely block moisture is used, a cotton-linen sheet section is added to the inside, etc. Folding may simply involve bending, or a clear line may be drawn. To create a crease in the material, the crease shape is either memorized along the fold line, perforated at that location, or partially joined at the edges. If the material is not suitable for these methods, a core is inserted into the main body as a support, and the core is processed in the same way as described above to create a crease. In some cases, the material is cut at the fold line and a separate sheet is added to create a similar effect to creating a crease. The materials used include sheet-like Japanese paper, cotton and linen materials, synthetic fibers, and sheets with uneven surfaces.
[0009] 1. Figure 2 will be used to explain Morphology 1. Figure 1a is a plan view before molding, with the left-right orientation of the main sheet section (16) being the long axis. The left end is the starting end (1), and the right end is the ending end (7). The sheet is folded at the folding line (3) at a length approximately one-fifth of the long axis to create a stopper piece (2). However, this length is selectable depending on the overall length and the quality of the sheet section. The width of the lower side surface excluding the stopper piece must be greater than or equal to the short axis of the mask. The sheet is divided into a lower side section (4) and an upper side section (6) at the center line (5), which is approximately halfway along the long axis. Figure b is a perspective view of the assembled product, where the upper side is sandwiched between the stopper piece and the bent lower side. The upper side bends, creating a space above the mask and forming a top section. c shows how to place the mask (9). The ear loops (8) can be placed inside, but they can also be left outside and used as securing straps when the main body is made long and narrow and rolled up, as described later. This is also true for other types. Figure 2a shows the mask in use, where the top surface is clearly folded at the optimal position to create a top line (10). The optimal position will vary depending on the size, tension of the material, etc. It will generally be around the center of the top surface. When placed on a table in this state, a clear space is created above the mask. b shows the mask being held in place by the stopper. c is the case where the mask is folded in half lengthwise and the moisture-blocking section (11) is attached to the back side near the final end (7). Having a top line and a center line makes it easier to fold and harder to unfold when wrapping. The bottom side is folded at approximately three equal divisions, and the top side is folded at approximately two equal divisions. If the primary use is for 'a', then for absorbent sheet materials, it is better to have a moisture-blocking section on most of the underside of the lower side. The triangular shape also makes it easier to fix in place.
[0010] Figure 3 illustrates the second form. Figure a is a plan view before molding, in which the rectangular main sheet portion (16) is folded from both ends at positions that divide the length in the major axis direction into approximately four equal parts, creating the first line (12) and the second line (13). These lines are either shaped to retain their shape, secured with perforations, or have corner fastening points (14) at the corners. When b is molded and folded, the lower side portion (4) is a single piece, and the upper side portion (6) is a two-piece door section with an open center. c is a diagram of use. It can be used with the door sections open, or with the left and right door sections covered. When covered, the mask will gently drape over the surface due to resistance such as shape memory at the line positions. The separation position of the door section (19) is not necessarily in the center, and it can be separated widely or overlapping. It may also be close to a single door.
[0011] Figure 4 will be used to explain Form 3. The separate sheet section (17) should be made of a cotton-linen blend that can absorb moisture or a mesh that does not block air. a shows the state where a separate sheet part is provided attached to the main body sheet part (16). The holding parts (15) are provided at both ends of the main body sheet part. If the holding parts are of the same length on the left and right, both can be held simultaneously. If there is a difference in length, insert the longer one into the shorter one for use. It shows the state where an incense bag, tissue, etc. (18) is inserted between the main body sheet part and the separate sheet part. The usage method will be described with reference to b and c. b shows the case where the mask (9) is placed between the separate sheet part such as a mesh and the main body sheet part, and a replacement mask may be inserted. c shows the state where the main body is being bent in half. The holding parts are provided at the starting end (1) and the final end (7) on the short side of the sheet part. If the ear-hanging strings are hooked on the holding parts, it will not slip out between the two sheet parts even when suspended.
[0012] Supplementary explanation will be given with reference to Fig. 5. a shows the state where the holding part (15) of Form 3 is fixed to the arm. Inside the frame of b, the main body is in a state of being wound slenderly. When the moisture barrier part (11) can be seen with the left mark surrounded by a circle, the right mark is the state on the back side of the left mark. When a surface tape is provided for fixing after winding, it will be at the position on the back side of the moisture barrier part. Although mainly described with respect to the cover for the mask, depending on the material used, it can be applied to other instruments. As materials, there are sheet-like stones, woods, film materials, etc. It is added that even with these materials, in Form 1, it can also be used as a tray for blocking saliva.
Explanation of Reference Signs
[0013] 1 Starting end 2 Stopper piece part 3 Folding line 4 Lower side face 5 Central line 6 Upper side face 7 Final end 8 Ear-hanging string 9 Mask 10 Top line 11 Moisture barrier part 12 First line 13 Second line 14 Corner retention point part 15 Holding part 16 Main body sheet part 17 Separate sheet part 18 Tissue, etc. 19 Door part
Claims
1. A cover whose shape and usage change as it is formed by folding a rectangular sheet, roughly in the middle, vertically, then folding the sheet vertically to an arbitrary width, leaving the left end intact, and using this as a stopper. To create a crease in the two fold lines, the core is processed in one of the same ways as described above, either by memorizing the fold shape, adding perforations at the location, or by joining, and a moisture-blocking section is provided. The right end of the sheet is then fitted into the fold next to the stopper and formed.
2. A cover whose shape and usage change depending on the volume of the stored items. It is characterized by the fact that the general shape is a horizontally elongated rectangular sheet, which is folded vertically at two points avoiding the middle to create two left and right side sections, and the ends are joined on the inside to create a single bottom side section and two upper side sections that serve as a door, and in order to set the fold line at the two resulting points, the shape of the fold is memorized, perforations are made at the position, or the core is processed in one of the same ways as described above, a water-blocking section is provided, and the capacity of the storage space increases or decreases depending on the volume of the stored items.
3. A cover whose shape and usage change, characterized by having a main body of a rectangular sheet with a roughly horizontal shape, with a shorter rectangular secondary sheet section having a similar shorter diameter, joined to both sides of the secondary sheet section, and a moisture-blocking section provided in the core by either memorizing the folded shape, adding perforations at that position, joining, or processing the core in the same manner as described above, near the center where a natural fold occurs in the vertical or horizontal direction during use.
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