Task Mask Device with Adjustable Headlamp and Filtration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing face mask shields are uncomfortable and inconvenient for extended wear, often requiring frequent adjustments and failing to provide adequate protection against flying debris and contaminants, especially in hazardous environments, while also not accommodating eyeglasses or offering features like noise cancellation and improved visibility.

Innovation Solution

A face mask shield device that fully encapsulates the eyes, nose, and ears with a flexible, transparent face protector, detachable respirator filter, and earmuffs, powered by batteries, which includes an integrated headlamp and armband battery compartment, designed for comfort and adaptability, with features like noise cancellation and improved visibility.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If standard face mask shields are used to protect against flying debris and contaminants, then safety protection is provided, but the device requires frequent adjustments and is uncomfortable for extended wear

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveprotection against contaminantsVSAvoidcomfort and stability during wear

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The headlamp is designed to be movable and adjustable along the visor structure, allowing users to dynamically reposition it to achieve optimal illumination and comfort positions. This dynamic adjustment capability resolves the contradiction by enabling the device to adapt to different user preferences and working conditions, improving comfort without compromising protection

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The protective device is segmented into distinct functional components: visor, headlamp, battery compartment, and adjustment mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the visor provides protection while the headlamp assembly can be adjusted separately for comfort, resolving the contradiction between reliable protection and ease of operation

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Duration of action of stationary object

If face mask shields are worn for extended periods in hazardous environments, then continuous protection is maintained, but skin irritation and discomfort occur

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecontinuous protection durationVSAvoidskin irritation

Core Design Contradiction:

Duration of action of stationary objectVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The headlamp serves as an intermediary element that provides illumination without requiring direct contact with the skin. By positioning the light source on the visor structure rather than having it integrated into the mask material, the design eliminates skin irritation while maintaining continuous protection capability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The visor and mask components utilize flexible, thin film materials that can conform to facial contours without creating pressure points or irritation. These flexible materials maintain protective coverage for extended periods while reducing discomfort and skin irritation

Inventive Principle:

Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

3Adaptability or versatility

If eyeglasses are worn under the face mask shield, then users can maintain vision correction, but the view becomes obstructed and the fit becomes unstable

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveaccommodation of eyeglassesVSAvoidvisual clarity and unobstructed view

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The headlamp is positioned in the vertical dimension above the visor rather than within the planar mask structure. This dimensional relocation provides illumination from above, clearing the visual field for users wearing eyeglasses and eliminating obstruction issues while maintaining adaptability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

4Adaptability or versatility

If multiple features like headlamp, respirator filter, and earmuffs are integrated into the face mask shield, then comprehensive protection and functionality are provided, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecomprehensive protection featuresVSAvoidnumber of integrated components

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The visor structure serves as a universal platform that supports multiple functions: protection, illumination (headlamp), respiratory filtration (respirator filter), and noise cancellation (earmuffs). By designing the visor as a multi-functional base structure, the patent reduces overall device complexity while maintaining comprehensive protection features through shared structural support

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS20230233884A1Task Mask Device

Publication Date: 2023.07.27 GINTHER NICHOLAS

AI summary

The present invention relates to a novel face mask shield device. The device is designed to fully encapsulate the eyes, nose, mouth, and ears of a user, while working in hazardous material environments. The device comprises a protective mask component, an attached headlamp, a detachable respirator filter, and detachable earmuffs with high decibel noise cancelling ability. The face mask shield device is powered by regular batteries or by a 12 v rechargeable battery. The face mask shield device keeps the user safe while working, remaining in place and offering comfortable wear for long periods of time.