Bathing apparatus

Abstract

A bathing apparatus according to the present invention comprises: a body part which has a cleaning inner layer having a cleaning function and is worn on the body of a user; arm accommodating parts which are connected to opposite sides of the body part and into which the both arms of the user are accommodated, respectively; a fixing part for fixing the body part to the user's body; and at least one supply port which is provided through the upper side of the body part and through which water and a cleaning agent are selectively supplied into the body part.

Description

Bathing device

[0001] The present invention relates to a bathing device.

[0002] More specifically, the present invention relates to a bathing device that supplies water and a detergent to a user's body, so that a user with a disability can use it or a user can use it freely without being restricted by location.

[0003] In a broad sense, bathing can include any activity that brings a person's body parts into contact with water, such as swimming, bathing, showering, or washing.

[0004] And, in a narrow sense, bathing means washing the body in a bathtub or the like. When washing the body while bathing, it may include the act of wetting the body and then directly massaging the skin with soap using the palm of the hand, or holding a bath sponge in the hand and vigorously rubbing the skin with an appropriate amount of force, or using a scrubbing towel or the like to directly rub the skin to wash it.

[0005] As mentioned above, washing and bathing required a lot of strength, and was especially difficult for the elderly, those with hand disabilities, the sick, or the weak.

[0006] In order to solve the above problems, an automatic cleaning device was developed that is installed in a bathroom, transmits the rotational motion of a motor to a power transmission cable, and is composed of a driving unit that drives a cleaning tool with the rotational motion transmitted to the power transmission cable, and has been registered as Korean Patent No. 10-0960707.

[0007] However, since the components of conventional automatic cleaning devices are mainly designed to be installed in existing bathrooms, when installing an automatic bathing device in an existing bathroom, all of the components are exposed to the surface of the bathroom or the space above the surface.

[0008] Therefore, even if a motor that is driven by an external power supply is configured inside a motor box, there is a problem that users with weak judgment, such as infants, children, the mentally disabled, or drunk users, may make unnecessary contact or apply unnecessary force to the motor box with electricity built in and the power lines connected to the motor box, exposing them to potential electrical hazards.

[0009] In addition, conventional automatic washing devices had the problem that they could only be used in limited places, and when bathing with the help of others, the user's body was exposed, causing embarrassment.

[0010] The present invention is intended to solve the problems of the above-mentioned prior art, and the purpose of the present invention is to provide a bathing device that supplies water and a detergent to a user's body, so that a user with a physical disability can use it or a user can use it freely without being restricted by a location.

[0011] In order to achieve the above object, a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a cleaning inner garment having a cleaning function, a main body part worn on a user's body; arm receiving parts connected to each of both sides of the main body part and each of the user's arms being received; a fixing part for fixing the main body part to the user's body; and at least one supply port provided on an upper side of the main body part and supplying water and optionally a cleaning agent into the interior of the main body part.

[0012] By using a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention, the following advantages are achieved.

[0013] 1. By supplying water and detergent to the user's body and allowing bathing, it is convenient for users with disabilities to use and users can use it freely without being restricted by location.

[0014] 2. Since the detergent is applied to the cleansing inner lining before the user wears the bathing device, a quick bathing can be performed.

[0015] 3. As the main body is provided with a covering part, the user's important parts can be covered, thereby protecting the user from feeling shame.

[0016] 4. By providing an expansion part inside the main body, the cleaning area can be increased while accommodating cleaning water, enabling quick and effective cleaning.

[0017] Figure 1 is a drawing schematically showing the front structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] FIG. 2 is a drawing schematically showing the rear structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 3 is a schematic drawing of the front structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention when worn by a user.

[0020] FIG. 4 is a schematic drawing of the rear structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention when worn by a user.

[0021] FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram illustrating various examples of an expansion member according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 6 is a schematic drawing showing a state in which a 2D structure of an expansion portion is installed in a main body according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that, where possible, identical components are represented by identical reference numerals in the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, detailed descriptions of well-known functions and configurations that may obscure the gist of the present invention will be omitted.

[0024] FIG. 1 is a drawing schematically showing the front structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a drawing schematically showing the rear structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3 is a drawing schematically showing the front structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention when worn by a user.

[0025] And, FIG. 4 is a drawing schematically showing the rear structure of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention when worn by a user, FIG. 5 is a drawing schematically showing various examples of an expansion part according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 6 is a drawing schematically showing a state in which a 2D structure of an expansion part is installed in a main body according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 6, a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a cleaning inner lining (120) having a cleaning function, a main body (100) worn on a user's body; arm receiving portions (310, 320) connected to both sides of the main body (100) and each receiving the user's two arms; a fixing portion (400) for fixing the main body (100) to the user's body; and at least one supply port (200) provided on an upper side of the main body (100) for supplying water and optionally a cleaning agent into the interior of the main body (100).

[0027] Below, the specific configuration and operation of a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention are described in detail.

[0028] A bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention supplies water and a detergent to a user's body, enabling use by users with physical disabilities or users to freely use the device regardless of location. This bathing device may include a main body (100), arm receiving portions (310, 320), a fixing portion (400), and a supply port (200).

[0029] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main body (100) has a cleaning inner lining (120) having a cleaning function and can be worn on the user's body.

[0030] Meanwhile, the main body (100) according to one embodiment of the present invention has a waterproof function and may further include a waterproof outer skin (110) that is optionally combined with a cleaning inner skin (120).

[0031] For example, if the user uses the bathing device in a bathroom or other place with a drain, the main body (100) may be composed only of a cleaning inner lining (120) since the main body does not need to have a waterproof function.

[0032] However, when the user uses the device outside of a bathroom or a place with a drain, a waterproof function is required to prevent water from splashing out, so the main body (100) may be composed of a cleaning inner lining (120) and a waterproof outer lining (110) combined with the cleaning inner lining (120).

[0033] That is, depending on the place of use of the bathing device, the main body (100) may be composed of only the cleaning inner skin (120), or may be composed of the cleaning inner skin (120) and a waterproof outer skin (110) selectively combined with the cleaning inner skin (120).

[0034] The waterproof outer shell (110) of the main body (100) according to one embodiment of the present invention may be made of a waterproof material to prevent water inside from splashing out when bathing.

[0035] The waterproof outer shell (100) is basically waterproof and may be composed of a material with excellent durability, heat resistance, and weather resistance. For example, the waterproof outer shell (100) may be selected from the nylon product group, and any soft and tough material may be used.

[0036] The cleansing inner skin (120) may be configured by attaching any one of ultrafine fibers, non-woven fabric, shower towels, and sponges made of soft materials capable of generating rich foam with a small amount of cleansing agent to the inside of the waterproof outer skin (110), but is not necessarily limited thereto, and any configuration may be used as long as it is a material that can be attached to the inside of the waterproof outer skin (110) to cleanse the user's body.

[0037] Meanwhile, a cleaning agent can be applied to the cleaning inner lining (120) of the main body (100) before the user wears the main body (100). That is, since the cleaning agent is applied to the cleaning inner lining (120), the user can perform quick and effective cleaning after wearing the main body (100).

[0038] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the arm receiving portions (310, 320) can be connected to each side of the main body portion (100), and the user's two arms can be received respectively.

[0039] Although not shown in detail, the arm receiving portion (310, 320) may be a combination of a waterproof outer shell having a waterproof function and a cleaning inner shell having a cleaning function, similar to the main body portion (100).

[0040] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, a main body (100) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a first main body (101), a second main body (102), and a third main body (103). In this case, the main body (100) may be provided to cover the user's torso to the ankle.

[0041] The first main body (101) can be worn on the front body part of the user. At this time, the first main body (101) can be composed of a first waterproof outer shell (111) and a first cleaning inner shell (121) coupled to the first waterproof outer shell (111), and the first main body (101) cleans the front body part of the user using the first cleaning inner shell (121).

[0042] Meanwhile, if the waterproof outer skin (111) is not combined with the main body (100), the first main body (101) may be composed of only the first cleaning inner skin (121).

[0043] The second main body (102) can be extended from one side of the first main body (101) and worn on the user's rear body part while wrapping around one side of the user's body. At this time, the second main body (102) can be made of a second waterproof outer shell (112) and a second cleaning inner shell (121) coupled to the second waterproof outer shell (112), and the second main body (102) cleans the user's rear body part using the second cleaning inner shell (122).

[0044] Meanwhile, if the waterproof outer skin (111) is not combined with the main body (100), the second main body (102) may be composed of only the second cleaning inner skin (122).

[0045] The third main body (103) may be formed by extending from the other side of the first main body (101) and may be fixed to the second main body (102) by overlapping it while wrapping around the other side of the user's body. At this time, the third main body (103) may be formed of a third waterproof outer skin (113) and a third cleaning inner skin (123) coupled to the third waterproof outer skin (113), and the third main body (103) uses the third cleaning inner skin (123) to clean the user's rear body part together with the second cleaning inner skin (122).

[0046] Meanwhile, if the waterproof outer skin (111) is not combined with the main body (100), the third main body (103) may be composed of only the third cleaning inner skin (123).

[0047] The third main body (103) can be fixed to the second main body (102) by the first attachment member (410) described later.

[0048] A supply port (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention may be provided on the upper side of the main body (100) and may supply water or optionally a detergent into the interior of the main body (100). At this time, the supply port (200) may receive water and optionally a detergent from a water supply unit (not shown) and a detergent supply unit (not shown) provided on the exterior of the main body (100).

[0049] In this embodiment, it is presented that the supply ports (200) are provided on both sides of the upper portion of the main body (100), but it should be noted that this is not limited to this.

[0050] Referring to FIG. 4 together with FIGS. 1 and 2, a fixing member (400) according to one embodiment of the present invention can fix the main body (100) while it is worn on the user's body. This fixing member (400) can include a first attachment member (410) and a shoulder suspender (420, 430).

[0051] The first attachment member (410) can be provided on the third cleaning inner skin (123) of the third main body (103), and can be attached on the second main body (102) in a state where the third main body (103) is overlapped with the second main body (102).

[0052] The shoulder strap (420, 430) is formed by extending from the upper side of the first main body (101), and can be attached to the upper side of the third main body (103) while the second main body (102) and the third main body (103) are overlapped, so that it can be worn on the user's shoulder.

[0053] A shoulder cradle (420, 430) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a first shoulder cradle (420) that is draped over one shoulder of the user and a second shoulder cradle (430) that is draped over the other shoulder of the user.

[0054] The first shoulder-hanging member (420) may include a first shoulder-hanging member (421) formed by extending from an upper side of the first main body (101) and a second attachment member (422) provided on the first shoulder-hanging member (421). At this time, when the first shoulder-hanging member (421) is folded toward the upper side of the third main body (103), the second attachment member (422) may be attached to the upper side of the third main body (103).

[0055] The second shoulder-hanging member (430) may include a second shoulder-hanging member (431) formed to extend from the upper side of the first main body (101) and a third attachment member (432) provided on the second shoulder-hanging member (431). At this time, when the second shoulder-hanging member (431) is folded toward the upper side of the third main body (103), the third attachment member (432) may be attached to the upper side of the third main body (103).

[0056] That is, the bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention secures the main body (100) to the user's body in a state where the third main body (103) is overlapped with the second main body (102) using the first attachment member (410), and the main body (100) is hung on both shoulders of the user using the first shoulder cradle (420) and the second shoulder cradle (430), thereby preventing the main body (100) worn on the user's body from being detached from the user's body.

[0057] A bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include at least one covering part (510, 520, 530) that extends from the lower side of the first main body (101) and is attached to the lower side of the third main body (103) while the third main body (103) is overlapped with the second main body (102) to cover the user's crotch area.

[0058] These covering parts (510, 520, 530) may include a first covering part (510) formed in the lower central portion of the first main body (101), a second covering part (520) formed at a predetermined distance from one side of the first covering part (510), and a third covering part (530) formed at a predetermined distance from the other side of the first covering part (510).

[0059] The first covering member (510) may include a first covering member (511) formed to extend from the center of the lower side of the first main body (101) and a fourth attachment member (512) provided on the first covering member (511). At this time, when the first covering member (511) is folded toward the lower side of the third main body (103), the fourth attachment member (512) may be attached to the lower side of the third main body (103).

[0060] The second covering member (520) may include a second covering member (521) formed to extend from the lower side of the first main body (101) but formed to be spaced apart from one side of the first covering member (511) by a certain distance, and a fifth attachment member (522) provided on the second covering member (521). At this time, when the second covering member (521) is folded toward the lower side of the third main body (103), the fifth attachment member (522) may be attached to the lower side of the third main body (103).

[0061] The third covering member (530) may include a third covering member (531) formed to extend from the lower side of the first main body (101) but formed to be spaced apart from the other side of the first covering member (511) by a certain distance, and a sixth attachment member (532) provided on the third covering member (531). At this time, when the third covering member (531) is folded toward the lower side of the third main body (103), the sixth attachment member (532) may be attached to the lower side of the third main body (103).

[0062] That is, since the bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention is provided with a covering portion (510, 520, 530), when the main body portion (100) is worn on the user's body, it can cover the user's important part (crotch area), thereby preventing the user's important part from being exposed to the outside while the user is taking a bath. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the user from feeling shame as much as possible.

[0063] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main body (100) may be provided with at least one detergent inlet (600) for additionally supplying detergent to the inside of the main body (100).

[0064] A detergent inlet (600) may be provided on the main body (100) to allow the user to optionally inject additional detergent while taking a bath.

[0065] In this embodiment, it is suggested that two detergent inlets (600) are provided on the upper side and two on the lower side of the first main body (101), and one is provided on each of the second main body (102) and the third main body (103), but it should be noted that this is not limited thereto.

[0066] Meanwhile, although not shown, a check valve (not shown) may be installed in the detergent inlet (600) of the main body (100) to seal the detergent inlet (600) so that the detergent that has been injected does not come out again.

[0067] A bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include an expansion member (700).

[0068] The expansion portion (700) can be provided on at least one part of the inside of the main body (100), and expands the cleaning area while accommodating water for the user's cleaning.

[0069] Referring to FIG. 5, the expansion member can be implemented as any one of a 2D structure (710) that extends in one direction as shown in (a) of FIG. 5, a 3D structure that extends in at least two directions as shown in (b) of FIG. 5, and a structure made of a spandex material as shown in (c) of FIG. 5.

[0070] For example, as illustrated in FIG. 6, the 2D structure (710) of the expansion portion expands in one direction to expand the cleaning area for the user's cleaning. In addition, as water for the user's cleaning is accommodated in the expanded 2D structure (710), rapid cleaning can be achieved.

[0071] Meanwhile, a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include a necklace portion (800).

[0072] The necklace part (800) can be provided on the upper part of the main body part (100), and allows the main body part (100) to be hung around the user's neck to support the user before the user wears the main body part (100).

[0073] A seventh attachment member (810) and an eighth attachment member (820) may be provided at both ends of the necklace part (800), and the necklace part may be attached to the upper portion of the main body part (100) using the seventh attachment member (810) and the eighth attachment member (820) for use. At this time, when the main body part (100) is fixed to the user's body, the necklace part (800) is removed from the main body part (100) so that the user does not experience any inconvenience while taking a bath.

[0074] In this embodiment, it is suggested that the first to eighth attachment members use Velcro tape or double-sided tape, but it should be noted that this is not limited thereto.

[0075] Below, a process of wearing a bathing device according to one embodiment of the present invention on a user's body is described.

[0076] First, the first main body (101) is positioned on the user's front body part, and the necklace part (800) attached to the main body part (100) is hung around the user's neck so that the main body part (100) is hung on the user's body. At this time,

[0077] Next, after each arm is received in the arm receiving portions (310, 320), the second main body (102) is wrapped around one side of the user's body so that it can be worn on the user's back, and the third main body (103) is wrapped around the other side of the user's body so that it can be overlapped with the second main body (102). At this time, the first attachment member (410) is attached to the second main body (102) so that the main body portion (100) can be fixed to the user's body.

[0078] Next, the main body (100) is placed on both shoulders of the user using the first shoulder cradle (420) and the second shoulder cradle (430). At this time, the first shoulder cradle (421) is folded toward the upper side of the third main body (103), and the second attachment member (422) is attached to the upper side of the third main body (103), and the second shoulder cradle (431) is folded toward the upper side of the third main body (103), and the third attachment member (432) is attached to the upper side of the third main body (103).

[0079] Next, the first covering member (510), the second covering member (520), and the third covering member (530) are attached to the lower side of the main body (100) so as to cover the user's crotch area. At this time, the first covering member (511) is folded toward the lower side of the third main body (103), and the fourth attachment member (512) is attached to the lower side of the third main body (103), the second covering member (521) is folded toward the lower side of the third main body (103), and the fifth attachment member (522) is attached to the lower side of the third main body (103), and the third covering member (531) is folded toward the lower side of the third main body (103), and the sixth attachment member (532) is attached to the lower side of the third main body (103).

[0080] Meanwhile, while the main body (100) is worn on the user's body, the necklace part is removed.

[0081] Through this process, a bathing device can be worn on the user's body.

[0082] The bathing device described above supplies water and detergent to the user's body to allow bathing, so that users with disabilities can use it conveniently and users can use it freely without being restricted by location.

[0083] Additionally, since the cleanser is pre-applied to the cleansing inner lining before the user puts on the bathing device, a quick bathing can be performed.

[0084] In addition, since the main body is provided with a covering part, it can protect the user from feeling shame by covering the user's important parts.

[0085] In addition, by providing an expansion part inside the main body, the cleaning area can be increased while accommodating cleaning water, enabling quick and effective cleaning.

[0086] Since various modifications can be made to the constructions and methods described and illustrated herein without departing from the scope of the present invention, all matters contained in the above detailed description or illustrated in the accompanying drawings are illustrative and not intended to limit the present invention. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention should not be limited by the above-described exemplary embodiments, but should be determined solely in accordance with the following claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. In the bathing device, A main body having a cleaning inner lining having a cleaning function and worn on the user's body; Arm receiving portions connected to each side of the main body and each receiving the user's two arms; A fixing member that fixes the main body to the user's body; and At least one supply port provided on the upper side of the main body and supplying water and optionally a detergent into the interior of the main body A bathing device comprising:

2. In paragraph 1, A bathing device wherein the main body has a waterproof function and further includes a waterproof outer skin that is optionally combined with the cleaning inner skin.

3. In paragraph 2, The above main body part A first main body worn on the front body part of the user; A second body that is formed by extending from one side of the first body and is worn on the rear body part of the user while wrapping around one side of the user's body; and A third body that is formed by extending from the other side of the first body and is fixed by overlapping the second body while wrapping around the other side of the user's body. Including, The above body part is a bathing device provided to cover the user's torso from the ankle part.

4. In paragraph 3, The above fixed part A first attachment member provided on the cleaning inner surface of the third main body and attached to the second main body while the third main body is overlapped with the second main body; and At least one shoulder-hanging part that extends from the upper side of the first main body and is attached to the upper side of the third main body while the third main body is overlapped with the second main body and is hung over the shoulder of the user. A bathing device comprising:

5. In paragraph 4, The shoulder strap includes a first shoulder strap that is worn over one shoulder of the user and a second shoulder strap that is worn over the other shoulder of the user. The above first shoulder strap A first shoulder support member formed by extending from one side of the upper portion of the first main body; and A second attachment member provided on the first shoulder support member Includes, The above second shoulder strap A second shoulder support member formed by extending from the upper side of the first main body; and A third attachment member provided on the second shoulder support member A bathing device comprising:

6. In paragraph 2, A bathing device further comprising at least one covering portion that extends from the lower side of the first main body and is attached to the lower side of the third main body while the third main body is overlapped with the second main body to cover the user's crotch area.

7. In paragraph 6, The above covering part includes a first covering part formed in the lower central portion of the first main body, a second covering part formed at a predetermined distance from one side of the first covering part, and a third covering part formed at a predetermined distance from the other side of the first covering part. The above first covering part A first covering member formed by extending from the center of the lower side of the first main body; and A fourth attachment member provided on the first covering member Includes, The above second covering part A second covering member formed to extend from the lower side of the first main body and formed to be spaced apart from one side of the first covering member at a certain distance; and A fifth attachment member provided on the second covering member Including, The above third covering part A third covering member formed to extend from the lower side of the first main body and formed to be spaced apart from the other side of the first covering member at a certain distance; and A sixth attachment member provided on the third covering member A bathing device comprising:

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, A bathing device having at least one additional expansion member provided on the inside of the main body to accommodate the water while expanding the cleaning area of ​​the cleaning inner skin.

9. In paragraph 8, A bathing device having at least one detergent inlet additionally provided on the main body for additionally injecting the detergent while the user is bathing.

10. In paragraph 8, A bathing device further comprising a necklace portion provided on the upper side of the main body and hung around the user's neck to support the main body portion before wearing the main body portion.

11. In paragraph 8, A bathing device in which the cleansing agent is applied to a part or all of the cleansing inner lining before the user wears the main body.

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