Garment with a lighting element

Abstract

The present invention relates to a garment with a lighting element, which is supported by a detachable fastening means where at least one lighting element powered by a battery and controlled via an actuation element is attached.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Clothing item with lighting element

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as the title of this specification indicates, is a garment with a lighting element. This is an innovation that, within current technology, offers previously unknown advantages.

[0005] The garment features a removable attachment system so the wearer can quickly and conveniently attach a lighting element to be seen by other users or drivers, which is especially useful for cyclists.

[0006] TECHNICAL SECTOR

[0007] Therefore, this invention is limited to the sector of manufacturing clothing and lighting systems for athletes.

[0008] STATE OF THE ART

[0009] Within the state of the art in the field of road safety, the critical importance of visibility for athletes, especially cyclists, in low-light or adverse weather conditions is recognized. The importance of this aspect is due to the high incidence of road accidents, which often result from the difficulty drivers have in detecting cyclists and pedestrians in these circumstances.

[0010] Cyclists, as vulnerable road users, are particularly at risk at night or in foggy, rainy, or other conditions that limit visibility. Although the use of reflective elements and lights on bicycles is common practice, the state of the art is constantly seeking improvements in these systems to increase signaling effectiveness and early recognition of cyclists by drivers.

[0011] Currently, there are various lighting devices available, such as strobe lights, LED lights integrated into clothing and accessories, and active lighting systems that can be mounted on the bike or worn on the cyclist's clothing or helmet. These solutions have been developed to be activated either manually or automatically, depending on ambient lighting conditions.

[0012] However, the challenge remains to develop lighting devices that are not only highly visible but also convenient to carry or integrate into a cyclist's equipment, that do not hinder the activity, and that ensure adequate durability and battery life for long journeys. Additionally, it is important that these devices be robust, water- and weather-resistant, and offer variable lighting options to adapt to different environments and light levels.

[0013] The present invention aims to address these needs by proposing an innovative lighting system for cyclists that improves their visibility and, consequently, their safety. This system could incorporate emerging technologies, such as wireless connectivity for synchronization with mobile devices or vehicles, thereby increasing the ability to alert drivers and contributing to a reduction in accidents.

[0014] The existence of any product with the same technical characteristics as the invention presented here is unknown.

[0015] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] The object of the present invention is the creation of a garment with a lighting element that provides a notable innovation within its field of application in the current state of the art, the characterizing details that make it possible being conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

[0017] The garment of the present invention allows the user to easily carry a lighting element, making them highly visible to other drivers, avoiding possible accidents.

[0018] To this end, the garment comprises a removable fastening means to which at least one lighting element powered by a battery and controlled by a drive element, preferably remotely, is attached.

[0019] The actuating element can be a set of buttons that can be located, for example, on the handlebars of the bicycle, from where the user can turn the lights on and off, or can even select a button to turn on the right side of the lighting element or the left side if the user presses the left button.

[0020] EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES

[0021] To complete the description being made and in order to help better understand the characteristics of the invention, this descriptive report is attached, as an integral part thereof, with a figure in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented.

[0022] Figure 1 shows a view of an example of the garment object of the present invention.

[0023] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0024] The present invention relates to a garment with integrated lighting elements, designed to increase the visibility of wearers, particularly athletes, in low-light conditions or at night. The garment is a notable innovation that incorporates a lighting system coupled by a removable attachment means, facilitating its installation and removal as needed. The lighting element is powered by a battery source and operated through an actuator, allowing the wearer to control the activation and deactivation of the light conveniently and efficiently.

[0025] In one embodiment, the attachment means is a hook-and-loop fastener. This type of fastening is practical and secure, allowing the lighting element to adhere firmly to the garment while offering the flexibility to easily remove it when necessary, for example, to wash the garment.

[0026] In another embodiment, the attachment means may consist of hooks and eyelets, providing a traditional and discreet method for incorporating the lighting element into clothing.

[0027] Preferably, the lighting element is a strip of LEDs (1), an efficient solution in terms of energy and luminosity, capable of emitting a clear and distinctive light that can be seen from a considerable distance, thus increasing the safety of the user.

[0028] The operating element consists of a set of buttons that allow the user to turn the LEDs on, off, and possibly change their lighting modes, such as flashing or constant, to suit different needs and preferences.

[0029] The detailed invention is applicable to a variety of garments, such as T-shirts, jackets, or pants, demonstrating its versatility and adaptability to different styles and usage situations.

[0030] This illuminated garment represents a significant safety improvement for athletes, especially cyclists, in low-light environments. Its innovative design seeks to prevent accidents and improve safe interaction between athletes and other road users.

[0031] Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to explain it further so that any expert in the field may understand its scope and the advantages derived from it, stating that, within its essence, it may be put into practice in other embodiments that differ in detail from that indicated by way of example, and to which it will also achieve the protection sought provided that its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

CLAIMS 1.- Garment with lighting element, characterized in that it has a removable fixing means where at least one element is fixed. 5 lighting powered by a battery and controlled through a drive element. 2.- Garment item with lighting element, according to claim 1, characterized in that the fixing means is a hook and loop joint. 10 3.- Garment with lighting element, according to claim 1, characterized in that the fixing means are hooks. 4.- Garment item with lighting element, according to claim 1, 15 characterized in that the lighting element is a strip of LEDs (1). 5.- Garment with lighting element, according to claim 1, characterized in that the actuating element is a set of buttons. 20 6.- Item of clothing with a lighting element, according to claim 1, characterized in that it is a T-shirt, jacket or pants.

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