US20110296584A1 - Mask that Provides a Comfortable Sensation to a User - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to a mask and, more particularly, to an anti-virus mask.
- a conventional mask comprises a mask body and two loop-shaped straps mounted on two opposite ends of the mask body.
- the straps When in use, the straps are put on a user's ears, and the mask body is placed on the user's mouth and nose to isolate harmful substances, such as dust, bacteria and the like, from the user's mouth and nose so as to prevent the harmful substances from touching and entering the user's mouth and nose.
- each of the straps has a fixed size so that the size of each of the straps cannot be adjusted to fit that of different users, and the mask body cannot be placed on the user's mouth and nose exactly and closely, thereby decreasing the sealing effect of the mask.
- the mask body has a poor breathability and poor permeability so that when the user wears the mask body, the user cannot breathe smoothly, thereby easily causing an uncomfortable sensation to the user.
- a mask comprising a thin film layer having a surface formed with a plurality of net-shaped irregular pores to provide a ventilating effect.
- the thin film layer is made of soft and tough material.
- the thin film layer is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP.
- Each of the pores of the thin film layer has a size smaller than that of dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus so that it can to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer.
- the mask further comprises two loop-shaped straps mounted on two opposite ends of the thin film layer respectively, and two adjusting rings each movably mounted on a respective one of the two straps.
- the mask further comprises a lining cloth layer mounted on the first side of the thin film layer, a non-woven cloth layer having the first side mounted on a second side of the thin film layer, and an outer cloth layer mounted on a second side of the non-woven cloth layer.
- the outer cloth layer is provided with an additive.
- the additive of the outer cloth layer is a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst or a nano-silver antibacterial agent.
- the mask further comprises a spacing layer mounted between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer, and an active carbon layer mounted on a surface of the spacing layer and sandwiched in between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer.
- the active carbon layer is removably mounted on the spacing layer for replacement of the active carbon layer.
- the mask further comprises an active carbon layer directly mounted between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer.
- the mask further comprises a support bar mounted in the lining cloth layer, and a shaping bar mounted in the lining cloth layer.
- the support bar is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer and the thin film layer and is located at a central portion of the lining cloth layer.
- the shaping bar is located at an upper portion of the lining cloth layer and has a middle portion abutting a top of the support bar.
- the primary objective of the present invention is to provide a mask that providing a comfortable sensation to a user.
- the thin film layer is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer is soft and has a breathability and permeability effects to provide a comfortable sensation to the user.
- the thin film layer has a plurality of pores and each having a size smaller than that of the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer so that the thin film layer can isolate most of the harmful substances to protect the user's health.
- the thin film layer is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer is waterproof, resistant to chemical agents, resistant to high and low temperature and is easily cleaned.
- the thin film layer has a very small thickness and has a plurality of pores so that the thin film layer has a better ventilating effect to make the user breathe well.
- the adjusting rings are moved on the loop-shaped straps respectively to adjust the size of each of the loop-shaped straps so as to fit every user's face.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a mask in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a locally enlarged view of the mask as shown in FIG. 1 .
- FIG. 3 is a schematic operational view of the mask as shown in FIG. 1 in use.
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 5 is a side cross-sectional view of the mask as shown in FIG. 4 .
- FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a lining cloth layer of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- a mask in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a thin film layer 1 having a surface formed with a plurality of net-shaped irregular pores 11 to provide a ventilating effect.
- the thin film layer 1 is made of soft and tough material.
- the thin film layer 1 is made of a material, such as e-PTFE (expanded polytetra-fluoro-ethylene), TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), TPEE (thermoplastic polyester/polyether elastomer), COC (cyclic olefin copolymer), FRP (fiber reinforced plastic) and the like.
- Each of the pores 11 of the thin film layer 1 has a size smaller than that of a dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer 1 .
- the mask further comprises two loop-shaped straps 2 mounted on two opposite ends of the thin film layer 1 respectively, and two adjusting rings 21 each movably mounted on a respective one of the two straps 2 .
- each of the two adjusting rings 21 is moved on the respective strap 2 to adjust the size of the respective strap 2 so as to fit the user's ears.
- the mask further comprises a lining cloth layer 5 mounted on the first side of the thin film layer 1 , a non-woven cloth layer 4 having the first side mounted on the second side of the thin film layer 1 , and an outer cloth layer 3 mounted on the second side of the non-woven'cloth layer 4 .
- the thin film layer 1 is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer 5 and the non-woven cloth layer 4 .
- the non-woven cloth layer 4 is sandwiched in between the thin film layer 1 and the outer cloth layer 3 .
- the outer cloth layer 3 is made of a mixed woven fiber cloth to isolate dust and bacteria having a larger size.
- the outer cloth layer 3 is provided with an additive, such as a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst, a nano-silver antibacterial agent and the like.
- a water-repellent agent such as a water-repellent agent
- the outer cloth layer 3 can enhance the waterproof effect of the mask
- the outer cloth layer 3 is provided with a Photocatalyst or a nano-silver antibacterial agent
- the outer cloth layer 3 can provide a sterilizing effect to kill the bacteria and virus.
- the non-woven cloth layer 4 is made of a common fiber non-woven cloth to provide a ventilating effect and to utilize the static electricity to catch these harmful substances in the air. In addition, the non-woven cloth layer 4 increases the strength of the film.
- the lining cloth layer 5 is attached to the user's mouth and nose.
- the lining cloth layer 5 can provide a warming effect to the user when the ambient environment has a lower temperature.
- the lining cloth layer 5 includes a core shell 53 , a plurality of porous members 51 mounted on the core shell 53 and a plurality of phase change material 52 mounted on the core shell 53 and connected with the porous members 51 .
- the lining cloth layer 5 can provide a cooling effect to the user when the ambient environment has a higher temperature.
- the mask further comprises a support bar 6 mounted in the lining cloth layer 5 , and a shaping bar 61 mounted in the lining cloth layer 5 .
- the support bar 6 is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer 5 and the thin film layer 1 and is located at a central portion of the lining cloth layer 5 .
- the support bar 6 has a substantially arc-shaped profile and is disposed at an upright state.
- the shaping bar 61 is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer 5 and the thin film layer 1 .
- the shaping bar 61 has a substantially arc-shaped profile and is disposed at a transverse state.
- the shaping bar 61 is located at an upper portion of the lining cloth layer 5 and has a middle portion abutting a top of the support bar 6 .
- the support bar 6 co-operates with the shaping bar 61 to fit the user's face so as to facilitate the user wearing the mask.
- the mask further comprises a spacing layer 7 mounted between the non-woven cloth layer 4 and the outer cloth layer 3 , and an active carbon layer 8 mounted on a surface of the spacing layer 7 and sandwiched in between the non-woven cloth layer 4 and the outer cloth layer 3 . Furthermore, the active carbon layer 8 is removably mounted on the spacing layer 7 for replacement of the active carbon layer 8 .
- the mask further comprises an active carbon layer 8 directly mounted between the non-woven cloth layer 4 and the outer cloth layer 3 .
- the loop-shaped straps 2 When in use, referring to FIGS. 1-8 , the loop-shaped straps 2 are putting on a user's ears, and the adjusting rings 21 are moved on the loop-shaped straps 2 respectively to adjust the size of each of the loop-shaped straps 2 so as to fit the user's face.
- the mask comprises a thin film layer 1 having a plurality of pores 11 .
- each of the apertures 11 of the thin film layer 1 has a size smaller than that of the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer 1 so that the thin film layer 1 can isolate most of the harmful substances to protect the user's health.
- the thin film layer 1 is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer 1 is waterproof, resistant to chemical agents and easily cleaned.
- the mask further comprises a lining cloth layer 5 mounted on the first side of the thin film layer 1 , a non-woven cloth layer 4 mounted on the second side of the thin film layer 1 , and an outer cloth layer 3 mounted on the non-woven cloth layer 4 .
- the outer cloth layer 3 has an excellent air permeability and can isolate dust and bacteria having a larger size.
- the outer cloth layer 3 is provided with an additive, such as a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst, a nano-silver antibacterial agent and the like.
- a water-repellent agent such as a water-repellent agent
- the outer cloth layer 3 is waterproof to protect the non-woven cloth layer 4
- the outer cloth layer 3 is provided with a Photocatalyst, a nano-silver antibacterial agent
- the outer cloth layer 3 can provide a sterilizing effect to kill the bacteria and virus.
- the non-woven cloth layer 4 can provide a ventilating effect and can filter dust particles whose diameter is about 0.1 ⁇ m to 0.3 ⁇ m.
- the lining cloth layer 5 can absorb the moisture and odor and has an air circulating and permeating effect.
- the lining cloth layer 5 can provide a warming effect to the user when the ambient environment has a lower temperature.
- the lining cloth layer 5 includes a core shell 53 , a plurality of porous members 51 mounted on the core shell 53 and a plurality of phase change material 52 mounted on the core shell 53 and connected with the porous members 51 .
- the phase change material 52 has a heat absorbing and draining function to provide the lining cloth layer 5 a temperature adjusting effect to our skin.
- the lining cloth layer 5 can absorb and drain heat from the user to provide a cooling effect to the user when the ambient environment has a higher temperature.
- the mask further comprises an active carbon layer 8 mounted between the non-woven cloth layer 4 and the outer cloth layer 3 .
- the active carbon layer 8 can filter toxic items, chemical components, malodor and virus more efficiently to protect the user.
- the thin film layer 1 has a plurality of apertures 11 each having a size smaller than that of the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer 1 so that the thin film layer 1 can isolate most of the harmful substances to protect the user's health from any danger of infection.
- the thin film layer 1 is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer 1 is soft and has a warming effect to provide a comfortable sensation to the user.
- the thin film layer 1 is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer 1 is waterproof, resistant to chemical agents, resistant to high and low temperature and is easily cleaned. Further, the thin film layer 1 has a very small thickness and has a plurality of pores 11 so that the thin film layer 1 has a better ventilating effect to make the user breathe easy and well. Further, when the loop-shaped straps 2 are put on a user's ears, the adjusting rings 21 are moved on the loop-shaped straps 2 respectively to adjust the size of each of the loop-shaped straps 2 so as to fit the user's face.
Abstract
A mask includes a thin film layer having a plurality of net-shaped irregular pores to provide a ventilating effect, two loop-shaped straps mounted on two ends of the thin film layer, and two adjusting rings each movably mounted on a respective one of the straps. The thin film layer is made of soft and tough material, such as e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP. Each of the pores has a size smaller than that of dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate and prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer. When the loop-shaped straps are put on a user's ears, the adjusting rings are moved on the loop-shaped straps to adjust the size of each of the loop-shaped straps so as to fit the user's face.
Description
- 1. Field of the Invention
- The present invention relates to a mask and, more particularly, to an anti-virus mask.
- 2. Description of the Related Art
- A conventional mask comprises a mask body and two loop-shaped straps mounted on two opposite ends of the mask body. When in use, the straps are put on a user's ears, and the mask body is placed on the user's mouth and nose to isolate harmful substances, such as dust, bacteria and the like, from the user's mouth and nose so as to prevent the harmful substances from touching and entering the user's mouth and nose. However, each of the straps has a fixed size so that the size of each of the straps cannot be adjusted to fit that of different users, and the mask body cannot be placed on the user's mouth and nose exactly and closely, thereby decreasing the sealing effect of the mask. In addition, the mask body has a poor breathability and poor permeability so that when the user wears the mask body, the user cannot breathe smoothly, thereby easily causing an uncomfortable sensation to the user.
- In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a mask, comprising a thin film layer having a surface formed with a plurality of net-shaped irregular pores to provide a ventilating effect. The thin film layer is made of soft and tough material. The thin film layer is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP. Each of the pores of the thin film layer has a size smaller than that of dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus so that it can to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer.
- In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises two loop-shaped straps mounted on two opposite ends of the thin film layer respectively, and two adjusting rings each movably mounted on a respective one of the two straps.
- In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises a lining cloth layer mounted on the first side of the thin film layer, a non-woven cloth layer having the first side mounted on a second side of the thin film layer, and an outer cloth layer mounted on a second side of the non-woven cloth layer. The outer cloth layer is provided with an additive. The additive of the outer cloth layer is a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst or a nano-silver antibacterial agent.
- In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises a spacing layer mounted between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer, and an active carbon layer mounted on a surface of the spacing layer and sandwiched in between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer. The active carbon layer is removably mounted on the spacing layer for replacement of the active carbon layer.
- In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises an active carbon layer directly mounted between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer.
- In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises a support bar mounted in the lining cloth layer, and a shaping bar mounted in the lining cloth layer. The support bar is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer and the thin film layer and is located at a central portion of the lining cloth layer. The shaping bar is located at an upper portion of the lining cloth layer and has a middle portion abutting a top of the support bar.
- The primary objective of the present invention is to provide a mask that providing a comfortable sensation to a user.
- According to the primary objective of the present invention, the thin film layer is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer is soft and has a breathability and permeability effects to provide a comfortable sensation to the user.
- According to another objective of the present invention, the thin film layer has a plurality of pores and each having a size smaller than that of the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer so that the thin film layer can isolate most of the harmful substances to protect the user's health.
- According to a further objective of the present invention, the thin film layer is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that the thin film layer is waterproof, resistant to chemical agents, resistant to high and low temperature and is easily cleaned.
- According to a further objective of the present invention, the thin film layer has a very small thickness and has a plurality of pores so that the thin film layer has a better ventilating effect to make the user breathe well.
- According to a further objective of the present invention, when the loop-shaped straps are put on a user's ears, the adjusting rings are moved on the loop-shaped straps respectively to adjust the size of each of the loop-shaped straps so as to fit every user's face.
- Further benefits and advantages of the present invention will becoming apparently after a careful reading of the detailed description with appropriate reference to the accompanying drawings.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a mask in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is a locally enlarged view of the mask as shown inFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 3 is a schematic operational view of the mask as shown inFIG. 1 in use. -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 5 is a side cross-sectional view of the mask as shown inFIG. 4 . -
FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a lining cloth layer of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a mask in accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention. - Referring to the drawings and initially to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , a mask in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises athin film layer 1 having a surface formed with a plurality of net-shapedirregular pores 11 to provide a ventilating effect. Thethin film layer 1 is made of soft and tough material. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, thethin film layer 1 is made of a material, such as e-PTFE (expanded polytetra-fluoro-ethylene), TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), TPEE (thermoplastic polyester/polyether elastomer), COC (cyclic olefin copolymer), FRP (fiber reinforced plastic) and the like. Each of thepores 11 of thethin film layer 1 has a size smaller than that of a dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering thethin film layer 1. - The mask further comprises two loop-
shaped straps 2 mounted on two opposite ends of thethin film layer 1 respectively, and two adjustingrings 21 each movably mounted on a respective one of the twostraps 2. - Referring to
FIG. 3 , when the two loop-shaped straps 2 are put on a user's ears, each of the two adjustingrings 21 is moved on therespective strap 2 to adjust the size of therespective strap 2 so as to fit the user's ears. - Referring to
FIGS. 4 and 5 , the mask further comprises alining cloth layer 5 mounted on the first side of thethin film layer 1, anon-woven cloth layer 4 having the first side mounted on the second side of thethin film layer 1, and anouter cloth layer 3 mounted on the second side of thenon-woven'cloth layer 4. Thethin film layer 1 is sandwiched in between thelining cloth layer 5 and thenon-woven cloth layer 4. Thenon-woven cloth layer 4 is sandwiched in between thethin film layer 1 and theouter cloth layer 3. - The
outer cloth layer 3 is made of a mixed woven fiber cloth to isolate dust and bacteria having a larger size. Preferably, theouter cloth layer 3 is provided with an additive, such as a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst, a nano-silver antibacterial agent and the like. Thus, when theouter cloth layer 3 is provided with a water-repellent agent, theouter cloth layer 3 can enhance the waterproof effect of the mask, and when theouter cloth layer 3 is provided with a Photocatalyst or a nano-silver antibacterial agent, theouter cloth layer 3 can provide a sterilizing effect to kill the bacteria and virus. - The
non-woven cloth layer 4 is made of a common fiber non-woven cloth to provide a ventilating effect and to utilize the static electricity to catch these harmful substances in the air. In addition, thenon-woven cloth layer 4 increases the strength of the film. - The
lining cloth layer 5 is attached to the user's mouth and nose. Preferably, thelining cloth layer 5 can provide a warming effect to the user when the ambient environment has a lower temperature. - Alternatively, referring to
FIG. 6 , thelining cloth layer 5 includes acore shell 53, a plurality ofporous members 51 mounted on thecore shell 53 and a plurality ofphase change material 52 mounted on thecore shell 53 and connected with theporous members 51. Thus, thelining cloth layer 5 can provide a cooling effect to the user when the ambient environment has a higher temperature. - Again referring to
FIGS. 4 and 5 , the mask further comprises asupport bar 6 mounted in thelining cloth layer 5, and ashaping bar 61 mounted in thelining cloth layer 5. Thesupport bar 6 is sandwiched in between thelining cloth layer 5 and thethin film layer 1 and is located at a central portion of thelining cloth layer 5. Thesupport bar 6 has a substantially arc-shaped profile and is disposed at an upright state. Theshaping bar 61 is sandwiched in between thelining cloth layer 5 and thethin film layer 1. Theshaping bar 61 has a substantially arc-shaped profile and is disposed at a transverse state. The shapingbar 61 is located at an upper portion of thelining cloth layer 5 and has a middle portion abutting a top of thesupport bar 6. Thus, thesupport bar 6 co-operates with the shapingbar 61 to fit the user's face so as to facilitate the user wearing the mask. - Referring to
FIG. 7 , the mask further comprises aspacing layer 7 mounted between thenon-woven cloth layer 4 and theouter cloth layer 3, and anactive carbon layer 8 mounted on a surface of thespacing layer 7 and sandwiched in between thenon-woven cloth layer 4 and theouter cloth layer 3. Furthermore, theactive carbon layer 8 is removably mounted on thespacing layer 7 for replacement of theactive carbon layer 8. - Referring to
FIG. 8 , the mask further comprises anactive carbon layer 8 directly mounted between thenon-woven cloth layer 4 and theouter cloth layer 3. - When in use, referring to
FIGS. 1-8 , the loop-shapedstraps 2 are putting on a user's ears, and the adjusting rings 21 are moved on the loop-shapedstraps 2 respectively to adjust the size of each of the loop-shapedstraps 2 so as to fit the user's face. - In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the mask comprises a
thin film layer 1 having a plurality ofpores 11. In such a manner, each of theapertures 11 of thethin film layer 1 has a size smaller than that of the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering thethin film layer 1 so that thethin film layer 1 can isolate most of the harmful substances to protect the user's health. In addition, thethin film layer 1 is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that thethin film layer 1 is waterproof, resistant to chemical agents and easily cleaned. - In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises a
lining cloth layer 5 mounted on the first side of thethin film layer 1, anon-woven cloth layer 4 mounted on the second side of thethin film layer 1, and anouter cloth layer 3 mounted on thenon-woven cloth layer 4. - In such a manner, the
outer cloth layer 3 has an excellent air permeability and can isolate dust and bacteria having a larger size. And further, theouter cloth layer 3 is provided with an additive, such as a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst, a nano-silver antibacterial agent and the like. Thus, when theouter cloth layer 3 is provided with a water-repellent agent, theouter cloth layer 3 is waterproof to protect thenon-woven cloth layer 4, and when theouter cloth layer 3 is provided with a Photocatalyst, a nano-silver antibacterial agent, theouter cloth layer 3 can provide a sterilizing effect to kill the bacteria and virus. Thenon-woven cloth layer 4 can provide a ventilating effect and can filter dust particles whose diameter is about 0.1 μm to 0.3 μm. The liningcloth layer 5 can absorb the moisture and odor and has an air circulating and permeating effect. In addition, the liningcloth layer 5 can provide a warming effect to the user when the ambient environment has a lower temperature. - In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the lining
cloth layer 5 includes acore shell 53, a plurality ofporous members 51 mounted on thecore shell 53 and a plurality ofphase change material 52 mounted on thecore shell 53 and connected with theporous members 51. In such a manner, thephase change material 52 has a heat absorbing and draining function to provide the lining cloth layer 5 a temperature adjusting effect to our skin. Thus, the liningcloth layer 5 can absorb and drain heat from the user to provide a cooling effect to the user when the ambient environment has a higher temperature. - In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the mask further comprises an
active carbon layer 8 mounted between thenon-woven cloth layer 4 and theouter cloth layer 3. In such a manner, theactive carbon layer 8 can filter toxic items, chemical components, malodor and virus more efficiently to protect the user. - Accordingly, the
thin film layer 1 has a plurality ofapertures 11 each having a size smaller than that of the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering thethin film layer 1 so that thethin film layer 1 can isolate most of the harmful substances to protect the user's health from any danger of infection. In addition, thethin film layer 1 is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that thethin film layer 1 is soft and has a warming effect to provide a comfortable sensation to the user. Further, thethin film layer 1 is made of e-PTFE, TPE, TPEE, COC or FRP so that thethin film layer 1 is waterproof, resistant to chemical agents, resistant to high and low temperature and is easily cleaned. Further, thethin film layer 1 has a very small thickness and has a plurality ofpores 11 so that thethin film layer 1 has a better ventilating effect to make the user breathe easy and well. Further, when the loop-shapedstraps 2 are put on a user's ears, the adjusting rings 21 are moved on the loop-shapedstraps 2 respectively to adjust the size of each of the loop-shapedstraps 2 so as to fit the user's face. - Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment(s) as mentioned above, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. It is, therefore, contemplated that the appended claim or claims will cover such modifications and variations that fall within the true scope of the invention.
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1. A mask, comprising:
a thin film layer having a surface formed with a plurality of net-shaped irregular pores to provide a ventilating effect;
the thin film layer is made of soft and tough material;
the thin film layer is made of e-PTFE (expanded polytetra-fluoro-ethylene), TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), TPEE (thermoplastic polyester/polyether elastomer), COC (cyclic olefin copolymer) or FRP (fiber reinforced plastic);
each of the pores of the thin film layer has a size smaller than that of a dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus to isolate the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus efficiently so as to prevent the dust, water molecule, bacterium and virus from entering the thin film layer.
2. The mask of claim 1 , wherein the mask further comprises:
two loop-shaped straps mounted on two opposite ends of the thin film layer respectively;
two adjusting rings each movably mounted on a respective one of the two straps.
3. The mask of claim 1 , wherein the mask further comprises:
a lining cloth layer mounted on the first side of the thin film layer;
a non-woven cloth layer having the first side mounted on the second side of the thin film layer;
an outer cloth layer mounted on a second side of the non-woven cloth layer.
4. The mask of claim 3 , wherein the outer cloth layer is provided with an additive.
5. The mask of claim 4 , wherein the additive of the outer cloth layer is a water-repellent agent, a Photocatalyst or a nano-silver antibacterial agent.
6. The mask of claim 3 , wherein the mask further comprises:
a spacing layer mounted between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer;
an active carbon layer mounted on a surface of the spacing layer and sandwiched in between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer.
7. The mask of claim 6 , wherein the active carbon layer is removably mounted on the spacing layer for replacement of the active carbon layer.
8. The mask of claim 3 , wherein the mask further comprises:
an active carbon layer directly mounted between the non-woven cloth layer and the outer cloth layer.
9. The mask of claim 1 , wherein the mask further comprises:
a support bar mounted in the lining cloth layer;
a shaping bar mounted in the lining cloth layer.
10. The mask of claim 9 , wherein
the support bar is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer and the thin film layer;
the support bar is located at a central portion of the lining cloth layer.
11. The mask of claim 9 , wherein
the shaping bar is located at an upper portion of the lining cloth layer;
the shaping bar has a middle portion abutting a top of the support bar.
12. The mask of claim 9 , wherein
the support bar has a substantially arc-shaped profile;
the support bar is disposed at an upright state.
13. The mask of claim 9 , wherein the shaping bar is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer and the thin film layer.
14. The mask of claim 9 , wherein
the shaping bar has a substantially arc-shaped profile;
the shaping bar is disposed at a transverse state.
15. The mask of claim 1 , wherein the thin film layer is sandwiched in between the lining cloth layer and the non-woven cloth layer.
16. The mask of claim 1 , wherein the non-woven cloth layer is sandwiched in between the thin film layer and the outer cloth layer.
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