Garment with hood and inflatable neck support

Abstract

The invention relates to a garment with a hood and inflatable neck support, characterised in that it includes an inflatable neck cushion (1) integrated into the hood (2) of a garment (3) and an inflation system (4).

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Garment with hood and inflatable neck support

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as the title of this descriptive document states, is a garment with a hood and inflatable neck support. It is an innovation that offers advantages previously unknown within current techniques.

[0005] TECHNICAL SECTOR

[0006] The present invention falls within the sector of textile garments and clothing articles.

[0007] STATE OF THE ART

[0008] The present invention arises from the observation that, during travel, especially on low-cost lines and trains, many passengers choose to carry cervical cushions for greater comfort.

[0009] However, these cushions, available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, present a problem when it comes to transport. Being a bulky accessory, they add up to the rest of your belongings like suitcases, bags, and coats, making them cumbersome and difficult to handle. This problem becomes especially noticeable on long trips, where the need for rest and support is essential. Inflatable cushions are one solution, but they get lost, shift around once set up, and generally aren't as effective as one might hope.

[0010] In response to this need, the present invention presents a garment with a hood and inflatable neck support that not only provides neck support during travel, staying fixed in the correct position, but, when deflated and integrated into the garment, offers a practical and discreet solution, eliminating the inconvenience of carrying a traditional cushion.

[0011] Currently, no garment with a hood and inflatable cervical support is known to exist that presents structural and constitutive technical characteristics equal or similar to those described in this specification, as claimed. DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] The object of the present invention is the creation of a garment with a hood and inflatable neck support 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 the present description.

[0013] The present invention describes a garment with a hood and inflatable neck support, incorporating an inflatable cushion integrated into the garment's hood. This cushion is concealed due to its small size when deflated and is activated by an inflation system, providing support to the user's head and neck when needed.

[0014] This innovation solves the problem of carrying traditional neck pillows by discreetly integrating them into clothing, eliminating the need for an additional accessory and providing neck support when required. Furthermore, the placement is always ideal, as the entire garment provides support, and its size can be adjusted to fit the garment.

[0015] Thanks to its functional design, it offers comfort during travel without taking up extra space, allowing the garment to remain unaltered when the cushion is not in use, making it easy to transport and improving the user experience without affecting the appearance or overall comfort.

[0016] The inflatable cushion is usually located on the inner surface of the hood, between its inner layer and the lining, or in an internal compartment. This arrangement allows the cushion to be unfolded, folded, and compressed inside the hood when deflated, without altering the garment's appearance.

[0017] This design helps the garment remain functional and aesthetically unchanged, especially when the cushion is not in use.

[0018] Furthermore, the inflatable cushion may feature a fastening mechanism, such as reinforced seams, that ensures a secure attachment to the hood or garment. This option guarantees that the cushion remains properly secured at all times, preventing unwanted movement and maintaining the integrity of the device.

[0019] Additionally, the cushion can have multiple size and design configurations, including at least one, two, or more interconnected inflation chambers. This system allows for even air distribution during inflation, providing effective support to the user's neck and head.

[0020] On the other hand, the inflatable cushion could be made with lightweight and resistant materials, such as reinforced polyester, which offers durability without compromising the comfort and weight of the garment.

[0021] Both the hood and the cushion are sized according to the size and configuration of the garment, ensuring a proper and functional fit so that cervical support is provided optimally.

[0022] Regarding the garment itself, there are various design options compatible with this system, such as sweatshirts, anoraks, coats, down jackets, bomber jackets, vests, windbreakers, sweaters, and more. This versatility allows the garment with a hood and inflatable neck support to adapt to different preferences and situations.

[0023] Finally, the inflation system can incorporate various mechanisms, such as inflation via a valve, which allows inflation by blowing and deflation by releasing air, or inflation with a manual pump of the bicycle pump type, hidden in the garment.

[0024] It is also possible to have automatic inflation and deflation by means of a lightweight mini electric motor powered by a battery or rapid inflation with a quick-activation compressed air bottle, providing different usage options according to the user's needs.

[0025] To use the garment with inflatable cervical support, the user must put on the garment and activate the inflation system, which will allow the cushion to inflate and provide support to the cervical area. After use, the user can deflate the cushion and store it inside the garment, maintaining its appearance intact.

[0026] The inflation system offers manual or automatic options, adapting to the user's preferences. Furthermore, the garment is designed for comfort and ease of transport, without interfering with the functionality of other clothing items, such as coats or trench coats.

[0027] EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES

[0028] To complete the description being made and in order to help in the better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, this descriptive report is accompanied, as an integral part thereof, by some figures in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented.

[0029] Figure 1 shows the front view of the inflatable cushion.

[0030] Figure 2 shows the side view of the inflatable cushion.

[0031] Figure 3 shows the rear view of the inflatable cushion.

[0032] Figure 4 illustrates the garment with hood and inflatable neck support in its used condition.

[0033] Figure 5 illustrates the garment with hood and inflatable cervical support in a resting state.

[0034] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION.

[0035] The depicted garment with a hood and inflatable neck support comprises an inflatable neck cushion (1) integrated into the hood (2) of a garment (3). The inflatable cushion (1) is concealed when deflated. This inflatable cushion (1) is inflated by means of an inflation system (4), providing support to the user's head and neck when required. The inflation system (4) offers an efficient solution for user comfort, ensuring that neck support is readily and easily available at any time.

[0036] In a preferred embodiment, the inflatable cushion (1) is stored on the inner surface of the hood (2), between its inner face and the inner lining, or in an internal compartment. This design allows the inflatable cushion (1) to be unfolded, folded, and compressed inside the hood (2) when deflated, without altering the external appearance of the garment (3). Preferably, the inflatable cushion (1) includes a fastening mechanism, such as reinforced seams, that ensures a stable connection between the inflatable cushion (1) and the garment (3). This mechanism ensures that the cushion remains in position and does not shift during use.

[0037] In another preferred embodiment, the inflatable cushion (1) features different sizes and configurations, including at least one, two, or more inflation chambers, generally stacked one on top of the other to control thickness, which may be interconnected to equalize pressure. The interconnection can be achieved via differential valves, such as duckbill valves, operating in both directions to allow for a slight pressure difference. This design enables uniform air distribution during inflation, providing adequate support to the user's neck and head. The inclusion of multiple inflation chambers facilitates greater customization of the support, better adapting it to the user's needs.

[0038] Generally, the inflatable cushion (1) is made of a lightweight and durable material, such as reinforced polyester. This material ensures its durability and strength while maintaining a low weight, which contributes to the user's comfort.

[0039] Preferably, the hood (2) is sized according to the size and configuration of the inflatable cushion (1) it houses. This dimension ensures a proper and functional fit of the inflatable cushion (1) within the hood (2), guaranteeing that the inflatable cushion (1) can be activated and held in the correct position when needed.

[0040] In another preferred embodiment, the garment (3) may have various designs compatible with hoods (2), such as sweatshirt, anorak, coat, down garment, jacket, vest, windbreaker, sweaters, among others.

[0041] The inflation system (4) typically comprises several mechanisms that enable the activation of the inflatable cushion (1). These mechanisms include, but are not limited to:

[0042] • Inflated by means of an inflation valve, which allows inflation by blowing and deflation by releasing air.

[0043] • Inflation with a manual pump, for example of the bicycle pump type, which is hidden in the garment (3). • Automatic inflation and deflation by means of a pump activated by a mini electric motor powered by a battery, usually also hidden.

[0044] • Inflation with a quick-activation compressed air bottle, allowing for rapid inflation with just the push of a button or remote control, all of which is also hidden.

[0045] Each of these mechanisms offers a practical and efficient option for activating the inflatable cushion (1), adapting to the user's preferences in terms of comfort and ease of use.

[0046] 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 make its explanation more extensive so that any expert in the field may understand its scope and the advantages that derive from it, it being noted that, within its essentiality, it may be put into practice in other modes of embodiment that differ in detail from the one indicated as an example, and which will also achieve the protection sought provided that its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Garment with hood and inflatable cervical support, characterized by including an inflatable cervical cushion (1) integrated into the hood (2) of a garment (3) and an inflation system (4).

2. Garment with hood and inflatable cervical support, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflatable cushion (1) is stored in the inner surface of the hood (2), between its inner face and the inner lining, or in an internal compartment of the hood (2).

3. Garment with hood and inflatable cervical support, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflatable cushion (1) includes a mechanism for attaching it to the hood (2).

4. Garment with hood and inflatable cervical support, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflatable cushion (1) has two or more inflation chambers.

5. Garment with hood and inflatable cervical support, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflatable cushion (1) is made of reinforced polyester.

6. Garment with hood and inflatable cervical support, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflation system (4) is selected from: • an inflation valve; • a hidden manual strap in the garment (3); • a domda with an electric motor powered by dataría; a can of compressed air.

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