EP2524621A1 - Fluid packaging for persons with reduced mobility - Google Patents

Abstract

The fluid package includes a container for receiving pasty substances such as liquids and/or gases, which is connected to the container interior pipe (4). The container has two upper support portions (2) which are designed to stabilize the head of person with respect to the support portion on the lower jaw of the person, when the container is filled and fastened to the person's body, while the other support portion rests on the chest of the person.

Description

The invention relates to a fluid packaging with at least one container for holding liquids and / or gases and a connectable to the container interior line. In principle, the fluid packaging according to the invention is also suitable for receiving pasty substances.

Various solutions for hand-free and close-to-body transport of beverages and liquid foods are known from the prior art. That's how it describes US 5,060,833 a well-known for the sports and outdoor area under the name "Camelback" system for the transport of liquids, which is fixed on the back or integrated into a backpack. This solution allows easy access to a drink by attaching a drinking tube to the shoulder and thus close to the mouth. A similar solution is in the US 4,090,650 represented, wherein the liquid tank is fixed here not on the back, but in belt shape around the hip.

Both solutions address the transport of fluids, but serve people with healthy bodies and high physical space for which both solutions are designed. For persons with reduced mobility, especially those who need to stay in a sitting posture, who are limited in grasping activities due to disability of the upper extremities or have similar limitations, these known systems tend to be unsuitable. One reason for this is, inter alia, the comparatively long hose of these known systems, which creates a risk of entanglement and can be pressed or crushed by pressure of other body parts while sitting. In addition, in a sedentary posture Beverage system on the back or around the hip associated with uncomfortable pressure on these regions.

A further system is sold under the brand Leatt ^® from Leatt Corporation as a combination with a neck support for motorcyclists, wherein a liquid storage bag is mounted in the upper back between the shoulder blades. A supply hose is here fixed to a helmet, whereby the hose can thus be substantially shorter than in the two abovementioned solutions, so that the suction vacuum to be applied by a user is also lower. However, the Leatt ^® system is not designed to sit ajar and can only be fixed over the back with a complicated harness, which in turn hinders its ease of use for people with disabilities in the upper body or upper limbs.

In addition, chin rests are known as postural aids in inflatable and flexible Füllkörperform for the seated sleeping position as well as training instrument for sporting applications, for example. From the WO 03/047474 A1 , of the CA 1 191 412 A , of the GB 2 165 762 A , of the GB 2 405 088 A , of the US 2009/0300831 A1 and the US 2009/0306562 A1 , However, these chin rests can not all fulfill the function of a beverage reservoir that can be emptied by hand. Furthermore, none of these solutions offers an attractive fixation possibility, which hides a physical restriction of the wearer and contributes to his well-being.

From the US 2005/0039242 A1 For example, a scarf is known which has at one end a pocket, for example, for receiving a beverage package, from which a tube can be guided to the oral region. The scarf is loosely around the neck of the user, so that the beverage packaging on about Abdominal height is arranged. This system does not provide postural support for supporting the chin in the ideal relaxation area of the head.

A scarf with several additional features, including an integrated neck support, is in the EP 2 025 254 A1 described. This system also does not provide a chin-supporting function, especially with fluid packaging for beverages and liquid food.

The invention is therefore an object of the invention to provide a fluid packaging of the type mentioned above, in particular the physically limited persons to provide a drink or liquid or pstöser food in the immediate vicinity of the mouth allows and at the same time offers a chin support function.

This object is achieved essentially with the features of claim 1. In the fluid packaging according to the invention, the container has at least two support areas and is designed such that the container in a filled and attached to a person state for stabilizing the head of the person with one of the support areas on the lower jaw of the person and with another of the support areas on the Breast of the person rests. The independent intake of a drink or liquid or pasty food allows a higher degree of self-determination and makes a positive contribution to the overall well-being of physically impaired persons.

The invention is based on the idea to create a flexible packaging for liquids or pasty substances and gases and their support, which can be fixed under the chin of a person so that they are emptied directly over a short straw and / or air can be filled, without the use of your own hands or foreign aid. Since the again with air and liquids fillable and tightly sealable pack under the chin a forward tilting and a lateral tilting of the head is prevented, whereby a comfortable permanent sitting posture can be taken. For fixing the fluid unit, a holding system, also referred to below as a fixing unit, may be provided which, for example, serves similar to a scarf or other garments for covering and positioning the fluid packaging. Thus, the packaging according to the invention fulfills the task of supporting people with disabilities, such as paralysis in the upper body, and operated patients, who often rely on the help of other people and thus by their illness in a constant dependence on other people, and to them more comfortable gain. Essential needs such as drinking and others should be able to be fulfilled without outside help.

The invention also provides an advantage for people with temporary or permanent disabilities who need to spend a lot of time sitting, and this is also a predominant sleeping position. Weak people have the problem that the muscles often can not hold the head permanently, as well as in healthy people while sitting asleep, the head often tips over to the front. These tipping movements cause increased pressure on the intervertebral discs as they mean constant torsion and deviation from the middle equilibrium position. Due to such a long-term burden, detrimental malpositions in the skeleton follow in the long term. The system according to the invention can ensure a simple self-sufficiency and a better sitting position due to the special combination of fluid volume with an ergonomic shape for the chest and neck chin region, the holder on the neck and the suitable suction piece.

In particular, the above object is achieved with the invention by a flexible packaging for fluids, especially for liquid and pasty foods and gases, with chin support function and fixation around the neck, that the flexible packaging can serve in particular as beverage packaging, which supporting the head in the sitting position between the choke pit (Incisura Jugularis), the two clavicles, or on the upper sternum (Manubrium Stemi) and the chin at a comfortable angle to the trunk by supporting the chin and preventing the head from doing so Leave the comfortable relaxation area of the cervical spine laterally as well as frontally.

Fluid packaging belongs to the category of pressure containers, which means that special safety requirements should be met by the materials, fasteners and valves. Furthermore, the various sizes of the packaging help package sizes are covered by the various beverage packaging volumes, and for small body sizes and small beverage volumes of e.g. 200 ml and for large body sizes beverage volumes of about 330 ml or 500 ml are interesting. In addition, the foil-type packaging materials for beverages offer high buckling durability and very low weight in order to withstand high mechanical pressure requirements, making them particularly suitable for travel. These properties result from the possibility of being able to use different film composites, whereby at the same time all requirements, such as food resistance, UV radiation resistance, stability, printability and / or suppleness, etc., can be met in combination.

The chin support function is used to relieve the neck muscles in the sitting posture, whereby a relaxation of the upper trunk is achieved. Due to the shape of the fluid packaging with chin support function, the head is held in the body axis, which is the most comfortable position of the head, since it causes the lowest tension in the neck and trunk muscles, as well as relieves the neck and upper body slices best.

An ergonomically conforming surface under the chin and on the chest with a corresponding width or with a large moment of inertia prevents a lateral displacement of the head center on the relaxed equilibrium position, whereby the head in the comfortable adjustment range of 0 ° lateral angle to the body axis and between 12 ° -25 ° remains in the preventive posture [ W. Lange / A. Windel: Small Ergonomic Data Collection]. Loads from side-acting moments on the cervical region cause significant tension in the muscles and high pressure on the intervertebral discs. It is often the ergonomically inappropriate seats eg in passenger planes, trains and buses, which force the passenger to strenuous, very upright postures, without ensuring sufficient support of the back region (especially in body sizes over 1.85 m), and thereby to an additional Stress and lead to faster fatigue. In a study of the intradiscal pressure of the intervertebral discs, Nachemsen has set the measured value for standing upright at 100%. It is noteworthy that the intradiscal pressure in straight sitting is about 40% higher than standing upright. [Ulrich Weber / Gunther Schwetlich: Spine Diseases and Spinal Injuries Surgical Therapy - Stabilization Procedures] These increased loads plus additional moments, for example, lateral head posture, even lead to greater loads while sitting than large external forces. Due to the developed shape of the fluid-packing chin rest, occurring moments and resulting strain on the spine can be minimized, whereby a pleasant relaxation posture is achieved and the tension potential is lowered. Because a minimization of muscle tension can only be achieved if the regional joints are in the middle position [Hans Tischler / Manfred Eder: Spine School: From a holistic viewpoint].

A flexible packaging according to the invention for liquid food and gases and the like. Fluids with chin support function and fixation around the neck allows to remain in a healthy sitting posture for a long time without permanent loading on the intervertebral discs resulting in negative posture. Furthermore, the invention allows a direct hands-free intake of liquids or liquid foods, whereby physically handicapped people gain a higher sense of independence. The attractive concealment of the entire system by means of a conventional garment does not give any impression of postural assistance, thereby increasing the wearer's self-esteem in comparison to the use of alternative postural aids such as a neck brace or postural aid integrated with a wheelchair. In the preferred embodiment of the invention with fully integrated or at the bottom of the packaging connected drinking tube / valve, it is also possible to consume comfortably and without stabbing, inflexible straw from a package located under the chin - in contrast to conventional beverage packaging over Chin height must be kept. Minimizing the fluid unit to a common beverage unit volume means comparatively easy handling (drinking, stowing, stowing, concealment) whereas conventional postural aids often cause poor posture due to a large-volume hollow / air volume surrounding the entire neck and additionally give the impression of disability ,

Advantageous developments of the subject invention will become apparent from the dependent claims. In particular, it is preferred that the container and the support portions are configured such that the container in a filled and attached to a person state the person's head in about 0 ° to about 5 ° lateral head tilt and / or in about 10 ° to about Stabilized 25 °, in particular about 12 ° to about 20 °, frontal head tilt.

According to a preferred embodiment, a device for releasably securing the container to a person is additionally provided. You can do this For example, hooks, eyes or the like. Fastening be provided, with which the container on a belt, a belt, a scarf or other suitable means can be fixed.

Preferably, the means for releasably securing the container comprises a fixing unit which can be placed around the neck of a person and which is reversibly or irreversibly connected to the container. Alternatively, a one-piece connection with the container is possible.

In a further development of this idea, it is provided that the device for releasably securing the container in a garment, in particular a collar, scarf or a scarf, or in a ceiling is integrated. This makes it particularly easy to laminate the fluid packaging.

It is preferred if the line is provided at its end facing away from the container with a mouthpiece for emptying and / or refilling of the container. This allows in addition to the removal of a drink or the like. Inflation of the container to regulate the support function for the chin, or in particular after the removal of a drink or the like. Restore.

It has proved to be particularly advantageous if the container, the line and / or provided on the line mouthpiece is (are) provided with a valve and / or a closure device. Preferably, the valve and / or the closure device can be opened and / or closed without manual assistance. This can be done, for example, that the mouthpiece of the valve unit is a pressure-tight closure that can be opened by squeezing the mouthpiece. Thus, it can be ensured that a supply without manual use is possible. According to another embodiment, a valve closure with a rotating or swiveling suction piece be provided in the mouthpiece, which closes pressure-tight and can be opened and closed by gently turning the suction piece by means of the tongue tip, while the remaining mouthpiece between the teeth or the lips is fixed.

The container preferably consists of a flexible, in particular multilayer, material. This can be adapted to the hygienic, haptic, optical and technical requirements. For example, the container must also be fluid-tight under an overpressure exerted by the chin. Next, the outer layer of material should be comfortable and skin-friendly on the chin and chest can rest. These requirements are fulfilled, for example, by a multilayer liquid container which consists of an inner skin of polyethylene, an intermediate layer of aluminum and an outer skin of polyvinyl chloride, the inner skin facing the liquid.

In a fluid packaging according to the invention, it is particularly preferred if the container leaves a recess for the larynx. For this purpose, the container may have a predetermined packaging shape or a shape that changes during use, in particular at different filling levels. Furthermore, the container can be provided with predetermined bending points, webs or the like in such a way that deformations of the container are produced during use, in particular at different filling levels, which increase the laryngeal trapping space and / or ergonomically on the chin and / or torso contact surfaces of the packaging adapting person.

If the container and / or its support areas are designed such that a predetermined chin support surface or a load bearing chin support surface has a slope sloping away from the side of the neck, tissue deformation in a person using the packaging can be prevented to a double chin.

To facilitate filling, the container may have an additional sealable channel. Preferably, this is provided with a rotatably received insertion part, which opens depending on its position within the channel this either for filling or closes.

It is further preferred if the container, in particular by different levels and / or by folding over webs or edge surfaces, is changeable between two configurations, wherein the container has a substantially planar footprint in a first configuration for filling and in the second configuration forms a support area adapted to the chest area of a person using the packaging.

The beverage unit should preferably be fixed centrally, with the chin area under the chin in the body axis, since lateral (asymmetrical) loads due to the liquid weight lead to tension, whereby a long wearing can be uncomfortable. In this case, in order to achieve a maximum volume of the contact with the throttle pit (Incisura jugularis) and the two collarbone, or the resting on the upper sternum (Manubrium sterni) not to avoid, but rather desirable because the contact over the weight of the fluid unit transferred from the neck to the upper body. The different body sizes can be supplied with liquid volumes between preferably 150 ml and 500 ml, which are also available as the normal volumes in the beverage industry.

To allow easy access to a drink, the packaging must be easy to use and within easy reach of the mouth. The invented solution offers in one possible embodiment with a valve, drinking tube or tube two ways to consume the contents. The first type of removal is by an accessible near the mouth Saugstücks and to achieve sucking negative pressure. In the second method, pressure is applied to the package by pressure of the chin (lowering of the head), whereby the liquid rises and can be removed via a hose attached to the bottom of the package. Through the same tube, the volume of the packaging can be refilled by inflation and reduced again by pressure of the chin.

The shape of the beverage unit should not have any nooks or sharp edges, nor should it press on the throat, push the skin forward under the chin, or irritate any part of the skin by friction. For this, the beverage unit on the chin side is preferably without joint seam, i. e.g. without sharp-edged weld, but e.g. formed from the sheet material of the neck-near and the neck-distant side, similar to a gusseted bag. In the case of the possible embodiment with chin-side joining seam, the joining surface is preferably sufficiently long that it is fixed flat against the chin-facing surface, e.g. glued, or dimensionally stable can be folded.

The chin surface is sufficiently wide to enclose the chin on both sides, that is, the pressure of the head allows the upper edges, edges or packaging corners to nestle around the lower jaw, thereby providing stabilization against lateral buckling or torsion. In order to avoid interference with the beverage valve, this is preferably attached to one of the body-facing sides, not on the chin, breast or neck side, but on the left or right side of the chin or on the body-remote area. In this case, the valve is preferably integrated in a joining seam on the side edges.

Preferably, the valve is mounted laterally to the chin surface to visually least noticeable and to guide the hose from the valve most easily laterally to the mouth.

In order to ensure easy filling with the appropriate stability of the fluid unit, one side, preferably the side facing the chest or the side opposite the valve, should be flat or rounded with a standing edge or have another shape with this functional performance.

This breast-facing surface / side is also used to distribute the weight of the fluid volume over a large area at Torsokontakt and not, as given in an edge or joint seam, cut into the skin contact surface.

In order to avoid an unpleasant pressure of the fluid unit on the neck, especially on the throat, the neck-side shape of the fluid unit must be given a specific shape or can be taken by it during the load. A preferred variant to meet this requirement is a form of fluid unit as in FIG FIG. 4 shown by a deeper foot on the chest side compared to the shaft depth, so a sidecut of the body, provides a favorable distance to the larynx in the normal state of wear. This shape can easily buckle under load of the head on the chin-side surface in the waist bend of the two different depths, whereby the distance to the neck and in particular to the larynx is ensured or even increased (see FIG. 5a ). This principle can also be enhanced by a V-shaped notch or a neck-concave curvature in the fluid unit. Also conceivable is a fully curved shape similar to a sickle or a boomerang. Another possible form of training with this feature is a bridge that connects the neck and body side over a short distance, creating more space around the larynx. In an embodiment with multiple chambers that can be filled with fluid, a clearance around the larynx can be achieved. However, a simple one also shows cuboid shape with a predetermined kink sufficient operability.

In order to obtain a comfortable chin support surface, an inclination of the chin surface towards the side facing away from the neck is to be preferred, since the skin under the chin can thus be prevented from moving forward uncomfortably, and a double chin effect occurs. This feature is preferably to be integrated with a less flexible fluidic unit in one embodiment, but occurs automatically under the load of the dead weight of the head when the fluidic unit is fixed close enough to the neck and does not protrude from under the chin. The burden of the chin on the surface adapts the yielding fluid unit to the individual anatomy.

When using the fluid unit in the embodiment with a minimum fixing unit, e.g. in the form of a string, it is advantageous if the outer surface of the fluid unit consists of a skin-friendly, supple material that offers a pleasant wearing comfort, to prevent a disturbing feeling due to cold, smoothness, moisture, etc., is an outer textile neoprene , velvet or imitation leather-like surface to prefer, however, in addition to the usual new materials for this function can be used.

Other forms of fuser offer various possibilities to integrate the fluid unit so that only the fuser has body contact. For this purpose, skin-friendly materials from all known leathers, leather-like fabrics and textiles, especially clothing textiles are to be preferred, but new materials can also be used for this function.

To make the fluid unit reusable, a simple cleaning by introducing detergent should be possible. There can be one for that Embodiment with a large valve diameter, about 1 cm and more give. In addition, a material property for the inside of the fluid packaging can be carried out in a variant which makes bacterial colonization more difficult. This property is preferably achieved by certain surface-refined materials.

For the embodiment of a disposable fluid unit, a resealable valve unit is not necessary, but a simple tear-off tab as a spout or a pierceable perforation for a straw is integrated into the fluid unit.

For easy connection with the fixing unit and ideal positioning of the fluid unit, in one embodiment connecting elements such as eyes, hooks and clips and the like are integrated into the fluid unit or valve unit by welding parts or recesses in the welds.

The bottom surface of the support body (container) is preferably rounded, which nowhere disturbing edges and corners pressed by the Fixing scarf could press or cut on the skin. However, designs are also possible which increase the slip resistance on the torso, for example a surface-structured material or profile can be used for this purpose.

The material of the inflatable support body (container) is preferably as light as possible, thin, foldable, robust, of artificial or natural origin, a component or a composite of several classes of materials. Preferably, a composite of several layers is to be selected as the material, for example, inside PE with a strength-promoting layer of aluminum and a polymeric outer layer of PVC, so that a food packaging material closes the inner volume, the outer surface consists of a printable and / or haptic comfort bidding material. For one A combination of beverage packaging and chin rest often requires a UV-protective packaging layer that can be used as a composite with a textile polymer or a printable polymer. Preferably, the outer layer is made of a polymeric textile such as velor, acrylic or polyester, or of a polymer fleece whereby a more comfortable feeling is generated and any noise is damped by hard buckling and loading of the material. The fixing unit for the support body is characterized in that it preferably a kind of scarf, which is preferably provided with a pocket as a means of connection, in which the support body can be inserted, and thus holds him at the desired position. A comfortable fit is also created by the fact that it is protected from wind draft and preferably warms the fabric in the usual way. A scarf as a fixation of the support body has the additional advantage that a support body is discreetly hidden and you do not work, as you use a prosthesis. Alternatively, however, other connection options between fixation and support body are used, such as Velcro, hooks or snaps or other types of connections.

Said, preferably scarf-like fixation with the possibility of connection / stowage / positioning / fixation of the support body provides a suitable format for the support body, so that the support body not from the fixation, e.g. looks out of the scarf and that it provides support for this in both the filled and unfilled state of the support without it dissolves, relocates, or falls off.

The connection method is preferably firmly integrated into the fixation. Thus, a sewn into the scarf bag for fixing the chin rest is conceivable.

In a possible Schalfixierung the bag or the fixing elements are preferably mounted in the middle of the scarf, as the simplest positioning and stabilization by symmetrical length distribution of the shell ends is possible.

One way to further fix the scarf and thus the support body is e.g. reached by a brooch / tab with two holes for pulling through the shell ends, whereby the fixation can be centered and set as desired.

Generally, the fixing unit serves to position and stabilize the fluid unit as a support body at the desired position to achieve the best possible wearing comfort in various situations.

Various types of fixing unit are possible, of which the preferred variant should be inconspicuous, comfortable, attractive, easy to handle. Reusable but also disposable solutions are useful for a variety of applications. A common way of fixing auxiliary items to the body is the use of textile, size-adjustable bands that are placed around the body such that a desired position is adjustable with a selectable contact pressure. These belts are equipped with various systems, often consisting of loops, loops, tape reversers and closures, to create a variability that is adaptable to all sizes and requirements. These systems are e.g. connected via hooks and eyes of the aid with the fixing system, and are usually nondestructive separable. All these possibilities also exist in the fixation of the fluid packaging unit in combination with the fixing unit.

In order to ensure easy handling, so that even persons with physical limitations can bring the fluid unit in the desired position and fix it there, a simple system is necessary, which is operated, for example, with one hand. Here is preferably a System without a powerful locking mechanism, which would require a second hand to stabilize. This requirement can be easily met by a scarf-like fixation unit with a sound length from about 120 cm, because you can determine by simply wrap around the neck, the position and the pressure or the stability claim itself.

A fuser preferably has another inner pocket in which the fuser unit can be stored separately from the fluid unit when the system is not in use. This prevents excessive deformation with sharp creases and rapid wear of the fluid unit.

Furthermore, it is possible to combine the above-mentioned fixation systems directly with a collar of a normal garment, whereby even any positioning problem would be omitted here.

In general, all types of straps, straps, loops, etc. of textiles and other materials are possible, which meet the requirements mentioned. The solution presented here does not exclude any of these systems.

The above-mentioned and claimed and described in the embodiments, to be used according to the invention components are subject to their size, shape, design, choice of materials and technical concepts no special conditions of exception, so that the selection criteria mentioned in the field can apply without restriction.

Fig. 1 a

in Frontansicht einen Benutzer mit einer Fluidverpackung nach einer ersten Ausführungsform in einem ersten Zustand,

Fig. 1b

in Frontansicht einen Benutzer mit einer Fluidverpackung nach der ersten Ausführungsform in einem zweiten Zustand,

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in Frontansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach einer zweiten Ausführungs-form in einem ersten Zustand,

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in Frontansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach der zweiten Ausführungs-form in einem zweiten Zustand,

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in Frontansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach einer dritten Ausführungs-form,

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in Frontansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach einer vierten Ausführungs-form,

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in Frontansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach einer fünften Ausführungs-form,

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in Frontansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach einer sechsten Ausfüh-rungsform,

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in Seitenansicht eine Fluidverpackung nach einer siebten Ausführungs-form,

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in Seitenansicht einen Benutzer mit einer Fluidverpackung nach einer achten Ausführungsform,

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in Seitenansicht einen Benutzer mit einer Fluidverpackung nach einer neunten Ausführungsform,

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in Seitenansicht einen Benutzer mit einer Fluidverpackung nach einer zehnten Ausführungsform,

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in Seitenansicht einen Benutzer mit einer Fluidverpackung nach einer elften Ausführungsform,

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ein erstes Mundstück mit einem Ventil einer erfindungsgemäßen Fluid-verpackung in einem ersten Zustand,

Fig. 6b

das erste Mundstück mit einem Ventil einer erfindungsgemäßen Fluid-verpackung in einem zweiten Zustand,

Fig. 7a

ein weiteres Mundstück mit einem Ventil einer erfindungsgemäßen Fluidverpackung in einem ersten Zustand, und

Fig. 7b

das weitere Mundstück mit einem Ventil einer erfindungsgemäßen Fluidverpackung in einem zweiten Zustand.

Further details, features and advantages of the subject matter of the invention will become apparent from the subclaims and from the following description of the accompanying drawings in which - by way of example - preferred embodiments of the invention are shown. They show schematically:

Fig. 1 a

3 shows a front view of a user with a fluid package according to a first embodiment in a first state,

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in front view a user with a fluid packaging according to the first embodiment in a second state,

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in front view of a fluid packaging according to a second embodiment in a first state,

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front view of a fluid package according to the second embodiment in a second state,

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front view of a fluid packaging according to a third embodiment,

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front view of a fluid packaging according to a fourth embodiment form,

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front view of a fluid packaging according to a fifth embodiment,

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front view of a fluid package according to a sixth embodiment,

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in side view a fluid packaging according to a seventh embodiment form,

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in side view a user with a fluid packaging according to an eighth embodiment,

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in side view a user with a fluid packaging according to a ninth embodiment,

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in side view a user with a fluid packaging according to a tenth embodiment,

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in side view a user with a fluid packaging according to an eleventh embodiment,

Fig. 6a

a first mouthpiece with a valve of a fluid packing according to the invention in a first state,

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the first mouthpiece with a valve of a fluid packing according to the invention in a second state,

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another mouthpiece with a valve of a fluid packaging according to the invention in a first state, and

Fig. 7b

the further mouthpiece with a valve of a fluid packaging according to the invention in a second state.

The basic construction of the fluid packages shown in the figures is essentially the same. Thus, the fluid packaging has a container 1 with a in FIG. 1 upper support region 2 for the chin or the lower jaw of a person and with a lower support region 3, with which the container 1 can rest on the chest area of the person. Possibly. the fluid packaging additionally comprises a line 4 with a mouthpiece 5. In addition, fastening means may be provided with which the container, in particular in the in FIG. 1 fix the position shown.

FIG. 1a shows a fluid packaging unit in bag form at the position for which it is most ergonomically adapted, namely between the collarbones and below the chin. The fluid unit has in this embodiment, no weld on the chin side 2. The here attached to a side surface mouthpiece 5 for emptying and refilling, here in the form of a tube 4, can be closed by a valve with oral control function tight for gas and liquid. Examples of this show the Figures 6a to 7b ,

FIG. 1b shows the fluid packaging FIG. 1a in that the head deforms the flexible package 1 due to its own load, so that the upper side edges nestle laterally around the lower jaw and thereby ensure lateral stability in the neck region. When the valve is open in the mouthpiece 5, for example, the liquid contents of the container 1 can be emptied or, with the valve closed, the frontal head tilt can be supported.

In the embodiment according to FIG. 2a the fluid unit is equipped with a seamless chin-side surface 2, which forms a support area. An insertion part 7 integrated into a joining seam 6 at the lower edge of the inner fluid unit volume allows emptying of the fluid unit when it is below the chin level through the outer straw or hose 4. The inner volume is in this case represented by an ellipsoidal bottom surface 3 , which has a tactile pleasant surface, supplemented with a flat standing surface around a standing edge to allow a better refilling with liquids. The insertion parts 7 integrated in the joining seams 6 may be equipped with a device such as an eyelet 8, a clip or the like for connection to a fixing unit. A standing edge 9 is shown in its folded down position to form a secure footprint for the container 1.

FIG. 2b shows the fluid packaging FIG. 2a with upright raised edge 9, whereby the optimized ergonomics of the fluid unit without cutting edges can be guaranteed.

In the embodiment of the FIG. 3a is a fluid package with integrated channel 10 can be seen, which serves by a double joint seam 11, which extends to just above the bottom 3 of the container 1, the emptying and the filling. In the channel 10, an insertion part 12 is provided which has a through hole. The insertion part 12 is connected to the conduit 4 so that the channel can be opened or closed by turning or pivoting the conduit 4. The insert has in this embodiment two Kanuförmige areas over which it is integrated into the joint seams. The insertion part 12 allows in the absence of the line 4, a filling with liquid directly into the fluid unit (container 1), whereby a filling is avoided by the channel formed.

In FIG. 3b the channel 10 is stabilized by another insertion part 13 at the lower end of the channel. In Figure 3c The integrated insertion parts have additional connection possibilities 8 in order to achieve a stable positioning by means of a fixing unit.

Another embodiment is in 3d figure displayed. A web 14, which establishes a connection between the neck-side and the body-far side, allows a greater distance between the fluid unit (container 1) and the larynx. Furthermore, it is possible to obtain a division of the fluid unit into a two-chamber system through a continuous web.

A side view of a possible embodiment with a sidecut 15 is shown in FIG FIG. 4 shown. This sidecut allows a predetermined kink of the fluid unit Under stress by the head weight, which creates a greater distance to the larynx in this buckling bend.

In the FIGS. 5a to 5d Fluid packages are shown from the side. In FIG. 5a a fluid packaging is shown in disposable form, which has, for example, only a puncture hole for a straw, but no means for resealing the container 1. The predetermined bending point 15 offers a greater sense of comfort due to the greater distance in the bend to the larynx 16 of a user. FIG. 5b shows the fluid packaging with a straw 17th

An embodiment with a narrow, simple fixation 18 which is fastened to insertion parts 7 by means of eyelets 8 is shown in FIG FIG. 5c shown. An embodiment with a fixing unit 19 in the form of a shawl, in which the fluid unit is inserted and connected to insertion parts by means of connecting elements, is shown in FIG FIG. 5d displayed.

Figures 6a and 6b show the mouthpiece 5 with an integrated valve unit in closed ( FIG. 6a ) or opened ( FIG. 6b ) Status. Here, a pressure-tight closure 20 can be opened by squeezing the mouthpiece 5. Thus, it can be ensured that a supply without manual use is possible.

Another possible embodiment is a valve closure in a mouthpiece 5 'which closes pressure-tight and can be opened and closed by gently turning the suction piece 21 by means of the tongue tip, while the mouthpiece 5' is fixed between the teeth or the lips. As in the FIGS. 6c and 6d shown, the mouthpiece 5 'on a rotary cylinder 22 which is secured via a bearing rivet 23 in the mouthpiece. In the rotary cylinder 22, a recess 24 is provided for the pivotable suction piece 21, wherein FIG. 6c the closed and FIG. 6d the open position of the mouthpiece 5 'shows.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

container

2

Chin surface (support area)

3

Floor area (support area)

4

Pipe (hose between mouthpiece and container)

5, 5 '

mouthpiece

6

joint seam

7

Eingfügeteil

8th

junction

9

Stand-up edge

10

channel

11

joint seam

12

Eingfügeteil

13

insertion part

14

web

15

sidecut

16

larynx

17

drinking straw

18

narrow fixation

19

Fixing unit in form of a shawl

20

shutter

21

suction piece

22

rotary cylinder

23

bearing rivets

24

recess

Claims (15)

Fluid packaging with at least one container (1) for receiving pasty substances, liquids and / or gases and a connectable to the container interior line (4), characterized in that the container (1) at least two support areas (2, 3) and in such a way is designed such that the container (1) in a filled and attached to a person state for stabilizing the head of the person with one of the support areas (2) on the lower jaw of the person and with another of the support areas (3) rests against the chest of the person , Fluid packaging according to claim 1, characterized in that the container (1) and the support areas (2, 3) are designed such that the container (1) in a filled and attached to a person state the head of the person in about 0 ° stabilized about 5 ° lateral head tilt and / or in about 10 ° to about 25 °, in particular about 12 ° to about 20 °, frontal head tilt. Fluid Packaging according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that in addition a device (8) for removably attaching the container (1) is provided on a person. A fluid packaging according to claim 3, characterized in that the means for releasably securing the container (1) comprises a fixing unit which can be applied around the neck of a person and which is reversibly or irreversibly connected to the container (1). Fluid packing according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that the means for releasably securing the container (1) in a garment, in particular a scarf (19) or a scarf, or is integrated in a ceiling. Fluid packing according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the line (4) is provided at its end remote from the container (1) with a mouthpiece (5, 5 ') for emptying and / or refilling the container (1). Fluid packing according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1), the line (4) and / or a mouthpiece (5, 5 ') provided on the line (4) are provided with a valve (20, 21, 22, 23) and / or a closure device is (are) provided. Fluid packaging according to claim 7, characterized in that the valve (20, 21, 22, 23) and / or the closure device can be opened and / or closed without manual assistance. Fluid Packaging according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1) made of a flexible, in particular multilayer material. Fluid packaging according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1) has a predetermined packaging shape or a shape that changes during use, in particular at different filling levels. Fluid packaging according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1) is provided with predetermined kinks, webs or the like., That in use, in particular at different levels, deformations of the container (1) are generated, which the larynx clearance enlarge and / or ergonomically adjust to chin and / or Torsokontaktflächen a person using the packaging. Fluid packing according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1) and / or its support areas (2, 3) are designed such that a predetermined chin support surface (2) or a deformed under load chin support surface (2) by a for away from the neck, fabric deformation in a person using the package is prevented at a double chin. Fluid packing according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1) has an additional closable channel (10) for filling. Fluid packaging according to claim 13, characterized in that the channel (10) is provided with an insertion part (12) rotatably received therein, which depending on its position within the channel (10) either opens or closes it for filling. Fluid packing according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the container (1), in particular by different levels and / or by folding over webs or edge surfaces (9), between two configurations is variable, wherein the container (1) in a first configuration for filling, has a substantially planar footprint and in the second configuration forms a support region (3) adapted to the chest area of a person using the packaging.

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