Field of the invention
[0001] The present invention relates to an article that can be worn on a user's arm, for
supporting a baby for lulling/breast-feeding purposes in contact with a comfortable
surface.
Description of the prior art
[0002] Various types of wearable articles are known, such as sleeves or cushions, for holding
a baby and preventing a direct contact with the garments or the skin of whom holds
the baby. In particular, these articles make more comfortable the rest of the head
of the baby. Articles of this kind are described, for example, in
US20070203443 US4393520,
US5159727,
US5239717,
US5440769,
US6381786,
US6918148,
US7131156,
US20060179574.
[0003] In particular, in
US2006/0179574 a wearable pillow to is described with tubular shape and end having narrowed ends,
for example by buttons or zip-fasteners. The tubular pillow can provide a fixed cross
section or a tapered shape. In addition, an end can be extendable, substantially like
an accordion, in order to adapt to the different conformations of the person who wears
it. Furthermore, it provides a pocket near an end, that is adapted to hold a dummy,
and a ring ribbon for a bib or handkerchief.
[0004] In
US7131156, another type of wearable pillow is described which is also of tubular shape, with
rubber bands arranged respectively at the wrist and forearm. In particular, the pillow
provides an inner padding that extends for all the length, in addition to a cloth
that can be extracted to provide a support surface for the baby. More precisely, the
cloth may have different functions. Firstly, when the pillow is not worn by the user,
the cloth can form a support surface on which to lay the baby, for example, for changing
the diaper, or to let the baby rest, etc. On the other hand, when the pillow is worn
by the user the cloth can be used as covering when breast feeding the baby.
[0005] In
US2007/0203443, another wearable pillow is described that has an elongated length that extends beyond
the wrist of the user, covering in part the hand of the same.
[0006] The above described types of wearable cushions have some drawbacks. Firstly, such
cushions are uncomfortable to carry and relatively bulky. In fact, if transported
in a common bag, they take a considerable space. On the other hand, when carrying
them in a bag, they unavoidably contact other objects, which can dirty the surface
where the head of the baby will rest.
[0007] In addition, padded cushions are difficult to wear and do not permit perspiration.
In fact, they cause an excessive increase of the temperature and then cause sweating
to the user's skin.
[0008] Another wearable pillow is disclosed in
US5159727. It is mounted on a bed sheet, which provides two longitudinal Velcro® strips which
can be connected to make a sleeve. This way, the sleeve can be worn on the forearm
for holding the head of a baby. However, a bed sheet is not adapted to form a sleeve
that can be worn bridging the elbow, and then it has a limited applicability.
[0009] Furthermore, as above said, wearable cushions have a padding that makes them bulky,
and then uncomfortable to carry in a bag of a normal size. Even providing, as described
in
US4393520, a central folding line to assist bending at the height of the elbow, they have a
considerable encumbrance and cannot be folded book-like into a flat configuration.
Summary of the invention
[0010] It is therefore a feature of the present invention to provide a wearable article
for supporting a baby that is practical and comfortable to carry and is not cumbersome.
[0011] It is another feature of the present invention to provide a wearable article for
supporting a baby that allows perspiration, is hygienic and at the same time comfortable
for the baby.
[0012] It is a further feature of the present invention to provide a wearable article for
supporting a baby, which is easy to wear and maintains a steady arrangement once worn.
[0013] It is also a feature of the present invention to provide a wearable article for supporting
a baby that is easy and not expensive to make and is aesthetically valuable to wear.
[0014] These and other objects are achieved through a wearable article, for supporting a
baby for lulling/breast-feeding purposes, comprising:
a flexible sleeve with elongated shape having a first and a second open ends, opposite
to each other, which define a channel for introduction of a user's arm, said first
and second open ends having a diameter that is configured to fit said user's arm at
opposite sides with respect to the user's elbow, said sleeve defining an inner surface
that touches said user's arm and an outer surface on which a baby can rest,
wherein said sleeve comprises at least one folding line that extends transversally,
in order to define a first and a second sleeve portions separated by said folding
line, said folding line positioned to allow folding said sleeve from a use configuration,
in which said sleeve is completely unfolded and wearable, to a compact configuration,
in which said sleeve is folded along said folding line and can assume a reduced size
and flat shape.
[0015] This way, through the folding line it is possible to fold the sleeve, such that it
is compact and practical to carry occupying a minimum space. Furthermore, this allows
to fold book-like the support surface of the head of the baby such that it is protected
when the sleeve is put away, maintaining the two inner faces always protected from
contact with foreign objects.
[0016] This solution, furthermore, prevents the sleeve from contamination by foreign smells.
In fact, the sleeve worn repeatedly by the user allows creating a comfortable environment
for the baby because it maintains a typical smell, giving the child a familiar and
calming sensation.
[0017] Advantageously, said sleeve comprises a resting portion applied to said outer surface,
in order to provide a more comfortable support surface where the baby can rest.
[0018] Preferably, said resting portion is obtained by an adsorbing and/or soft contact
material selected from the group consisting of: cotton, kapok fibres, sponge cloth
for wipers, chenille, etc. More in particular, the resting portion can be made of
spongy material having a predetermined thickness and then with a predetermined stiffness
for keeping the sleeve in a steady position once worn.
[0019] In particular, the resting portion provides a boundary edge that gives to the resting
portion a predetermined stiffness. This way, when the sleeve is worn, such a portion
with stiff edge allows the sleeve to have a steady position bridging the arm and the
user's forearm. The enlarged portion prevents the portion of the sleeve that is located
on the user's arm from sliding down and limiting the user's movements. Furthermore,
a stiffened resting portion avoids oversizing of the elastic band of end that is tied
around the user's arm such that it can have a low resilient force, thus increasing
the comfort for the user who wears the sleeve.
[0020] In particular, the resting portion is a portion protruding with respect to said the
sleeve outer surface and to it integral. In this case, the resting portion is arranged
fixed to the sleeve outer surface. It can be, for example, coupled to the sleeve by
means of a seam.
[0021] Advantageously, the resting portion is releasably applied by means of fastening means
to the outer surface to be easily replaced. In this case, it is possible to apply/replace
the resting portion and providing different types, for example one type for the summer
season, for keeping fresh the support surface, and another for the winter, for keeping
warmer the support surface.
[0022] In particular, said fastening means can be a zip fastener or buttons or Velcro®.
[0023] In particular, the sleeve comprises said resting portion releasably applied on the
sleeve outer surface, through a plurality of buttons integral to the sleeve arranged
to enter respective elongated holes obtained on the resting portion. In detail, the
fastening buttons comprise two buttons arranged transversally to the sleeve, in order
to define said folding line.
[0024] Advantageously, said resting portion has a transversal dimension larger than 10%,
preferably 20% with respect to the transversal diameter of said sleeve. This way,
there is a wide and encircling support for the head. Furthermore, by folding the two
open ends of the sleeve within the resting portion it is possible to then fold the
same resting portion along the folding line to achieve a compact configuration. In
the latter configuration the sleeve and the resting portion folded on each other form
a compact object that can be carried easily in a bag, directly, or that can be put
in a case or sachet envelope for its protection.
[0025] In particular, said sleeve comprises an upper portion and a lower sleeve portion
coupled to each other according to a longitudinal line. Such solution allows to differentiate
the two sleeve parts. For example, it is possible to provide two types of material,
where the first part is made with a soft material on which the resting portion is
present, whereas the lower portion has the object of making more comfortable the sleeve
to the user.
[0026] In particular, a upper support portion is provided made of fabric, in particular
cotton, whereas said lower portion can be made of a perspiration material, in order
to reduce sweating of whom wears it. This way, the sleeve is much more hygienic for
the baby.
[0027] Preferably, said lower sleeve portions is a net having a predetermined mesh size
to allow a high perspiration suitable for keeping always dry the support surface of
the baby.
[0028] Advantageously, said upper portion and said lower sleeve portions are releasably
coupled to each other through a connection means. Said connection means is selected
from the group consisting of: a zip fastener, hook-loop fastener, buttons or other
types.
[0029] Preferably, said sleeve provides at least at one end a band of resilient material,
in order to ensure a stable position of the sleeve once worn. This way, the band avoids
undesired extraction of the sleeve from the user's arm.
[0030] Preferably, opposite to said band a fixing means is provided made by a further elastic
band or alternatively, by a flexible strap that comprises a base end integrally connected
to the sleeve and a free head end having a fastening hook-loop portion. This way,
the flexible strap can be wound about the user's arm and connected to the base end
by the fastening hook-loop portion. Such solution allows adjusting the tension of
the strap, and, furthermore, allows applying or removing the strap, simply tightening
or pulling away the head end of the strap with respect to the sleeve. Advantageously,
a housing is provided for the elbow. This way, rotations are avoided of the sleeve
about its own axis.
[0031] Preferably, a sachet envelope is provided containing the sleeve in said compact configuration
for carrying easily the sleeve in it preventing contact with other objects.
[0032] Advantageously, said sleeve provides a pocket that is configured to receive for example
a dummy for keeping it at hand in addition to create a space protected from the outside.
Brief description of the drawings
[0033] The invention will be now shown with the following description of an exemplary embodiment
thereof, exemplifying but not limitative, with reference to the attached drawings
in which:
- Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of a wearable article, according to the invention,
worn by a user, for supporting a baby,
- Fig. 2 shows a perspective view of the article of Fig. 1, in a use configuration that
depicts the elongated structure of the sleeve;
- Fig. 3 shows a top plan view of the sleeve that shows the resting portion on which
the baby can lay and depicts the folding lines;
- Fig. from 4 to 6 show a succession of steps for folding the sleeve from a use configuration
to a compact configuration;
- Fig. 7 shows an exemplary embodiment that provides a different resting portion;
- Fig. 8 shows an exemplary embodiment of the sleeve with a differentiation of material
between an upper support portion and a lower portion for improving the comfort and
the practicality of the article, according to the invention;
- Fig. 9 shows a sachet envelope for containing the sleeve in the compact configuration,
which assists its transportation in a bag along with other objects;
- Figs. 10 and 11 show a further exemplary embodiment of the sleeve that provides a
removable resting portion of spongy material;
- Figs. from 12 to 14 show the step of folding the sleeve of Fig. 10 from the use configuration
to the compact configuration, in particular Fig. 12 shows a rear view of the sleeve
that depicts a central folding line defined by a means for hanging the resting portion.
Description of a preferred exemplary embodiment
[0034] With reference to Fig. 1, a wearable article 100 is described, according to the invention,
for supporting a baby 200 for lulling/breast-feeding purposes. In particular, as better
shown in Figs. 2 and 3, wearable article 100 comprises a flexible sleeve 10 with elongated
shape with a first end open 25a and a second open end 25b, opposite to each other,
which define an introduction channel 30 that is configured to receive an arm 105 of
a user 300, inserted through first end 25a or second end 25b. In particular, first
25a and second 25b open ends have a diameter that is configured to fit the user's
arm at opposite sides with respect to the user's elbow.
[0035] In detail, the diameter of the introduction channel is configured in such a way that
sleeve 10 is easily wearable also on other garments.
[0036] In particular, as shown in Fig. 2 and 3, sleeve 10 defines an outer surface 11 in
introduction channel 30, which can contact directly user's arm 105 and an outer surface
12 oriented towards the baby 200 and on which the baby head can rest.
[0037] In particular, sleeve 10 comprises at least one folding line 13, in particular two
folding lines 13 and 13a, which extend transversally with respect to sleeve 10, in
order to define a first 14, a second 15 and a third 16 sleeve portion. More precisely,
as shown in Figs. 4, 5 and 6, folding lines 13/13a are configured to make it possible
folding sleeve 10 between a use configuration to (Fig.4), where the sleeve is completely
unfolded and wearable, and a compact configuration B (Fig.6) where sleeve 10 is flat
and folded on itself along folding line/s 13/13a, in order to form a compact object
and of small size.
[0038] More in particular, sleeve 10 is folded according to first folding line 13, in order
to overlap portion 14 substantially to portion 15 (Fig.4 and 5). Then, the two portions
14 and 15 coupled to each other are folded along folding line 13a above portion 16,
in order to form the folded compact sleeve 10' (Fig.6). In other words, on folding
lines 13/13a it is possible to fold on itself sleeve 10, such that it is compact and
practical to carry occupying a minimum space. Such solution solves, furthermore, another
problem present in wearable cushions of the prior art, since it allows to fold the
support surface, i.e. outer surface 12 and resting portion 20, such that it remains
inside protected by the folded wings. Such solution, furthermore, allows that sleeve
10 is not contaminated by extraneous smells. In fact, the sleeve worn repeatedly by
the user allows creating a comfortable environment for the baby, since it keeps the
smell of the same, giving to the child a familiar and calming sensation.
[0039] In addition, as better shown in Fig. 3, on the outer surface 12 a resting portion
20 is made of determined thickness, in order to obtain a more comfortable support
surface where the baby can rest. Resting portion 20 is preferably obtained from kapok
or cotton. In particular, kapok is a hollow fibre with the capacity of keeping the
heat - ca. 80% of the volume of the fibres comprises air, which gives to the material
a good insulating effect with a low weight. Both features of the kapok fibres or good
for sensitive skins for keeping heat without using wool, to which some people can
be allergic. It has an antibacterial effect, self-cleaning, it allows good perspiration
and spreads uniformly the heat.
[0040] In particular, resting portion 20 is a portion protruding with respect to the outer
surface 12 and to it integral. In this case, resting portion 20 is arranged fixed
to the outer surface 12 of the sleeve. Such can be, for example, coupled to sleeve
10 by means of seams. Preferably, the portion 20 is needled as shown in Fig. 2.
[0041] Alternatively, as shown in Fig. 7, resting portion 20 can be releasably applied to
the outer surface 12 of sleeve 10, by means of dedicated fastening means, in order
to be replaced. This way, it is possible to apply/to replace a variety of types of
padded portions, for example one for the summer and one for the winter season. In
particular, the fastening means is a hook-loop fastener straps 27 applied opposite
to each other for the application of resting portion 20.
[0042] A further exemplary embodiment, with removable resting portion 20, is described with
reference to Figs. 10 and 11.
[0043] More in particular, as shown in Fig. 8, sleeve 10 comprises a first sleeve part 18
and a second sleeve part 19 coupled to each other according to a longitudinal midplane
17. This way, it is possible to differentiate functionally the two sleeve parts, into
an upper support portion 19, and a lower portion 18. Furthermore, it is possible to
provide two types of material, such that in the resting portion 19 a soft material
is used in which resting portion 20 is present, whereas on the lower portion 18 a
perspiration material is provided for making more comfortable to user 300 the use
of sleeve 10. This way, lower portion 18 of perspiration material reduces sweating,
so that sleeve 10 is much more hygienic for the baby 200.
[0044] For example, always as shown in Fig. 8, lower sleeve portion 18 is a resilient net
having a predetermined mesh size to allow a high perspiration suitable for keeping
always dry the inner surface 11 and therefore the support surface 19 where the baby
can rest 200. In particular, this solution prevents transmission of sweat and of bacteria
from the lower portion 18 towards the upper portion 19.
[0045] In an exemplary embodiment, not shown, the upper support portion 19 and the lower
portion 18 of sleeve are releasably coupled to each other through a connection means.
The latter are chosen for example among a zip fastener, a hook-loop fastener, buttons
or other types. This way, it is possible to replace and exchange between each other
upper support portion 19 and lower portion 18, in order to obtain different configurations,
which can be adapted for different seasons. For example, lower net portion 18 (Fig.8)
can be used during the summer, whereas a lower portion 18 of fabric (Fig.8A) can be
used during the winter.
[0046] Such solutions with the two portions of sleeve 18/19 differentiated from each other
provide more types of complete sleeves.
[0047] Further particular embodiments provide, as shown in Fig. 2, at one end 25a a band
23 of resilient material, in order to give to the sleeve a steady position once worn.
Associated with band 23, furthermore, at opposite end 25b a fixing means is provided,
for example made by a further elastic band 24 (Fig. 3 and 3) or alternatively, by
a flexible strap 26 that comprises a base end 26a integrally connected to sleeve 10
and a free head 26b having a fastening hook-loop portion 27 (Fig.8 and 8A). This way,
the flexible strap can be wound about the user's arm 105 and connected by the fastening
hook-loop portion 27. Such solution allows adjustably tightening the strap, and, furthermore,
allows applying or removing the strap, simply tightening or pulling away the head
end 26b of strap 26 with respect to sleeve 10. The combination between band 23 and
resilient portion 24 or strap 26 prevents sleeve 10 from sliding along arm 105 of
user 300.
[0048] In addition, as shown in Figs. 8 and 8A, to block the rotation along the longitudinal
axis of sleeve 10 about the arm, a housing 40 is provided at the elbow height with
the additional function of working as reference when wearing sleeve 10.
[0049] Finally, as shown in Fig. 9, a sachet envelope is provided 50 for containing sleeve
10', when it is bent into compact configuration B. This allows carrying easily the
sleeve in it, preventing contact with other objects. The sachet envelope 50 is also
preferably of fabric, in particular cotton, in order to have an aesthetically pleasant
shape.
[0050] A further embodiment provides, furthermore, prearranging a pocket 60 that is configured
to receive for example a dummy 62 (Fig.2). This allows keeping it at hand and housing
it in a space protected from the outside.
[0051] In a further exemplary embodiment, sleeve 10 comprises resting portion 20 releasably
applied on the outer surface 12 of sleeve 10, through a plurality of buttons 27a integral
to sleeve 10 that are adapted to engage respective elongated holes 27b obtained on
resting portion 20.
[0052] More in particular, resting portion 20 is made of spongy material having a predetermined
thickness and then with a predetermined stiffness for keeping the sleeve in a steady
position once worn.
[0053] In particular, resting portion 20 provides a boundary edge 29 that gives to resting
portion 20 a predetermined stiffness. This way, when the sleeve is worn, such a portion
with stiff edge allows the sleeve to have a steady position bridging the arm and the
user's forearm. The enlarged portion prevents the portion of the sleeve that is located
on the user's arm from sliding down and limiting the user's movements. Furthermore,
the stiff edge of the resting portion avoids to oversize elastic band 24 that is tied
around the user's arm can be resized and have a lower resilient force, thus increasing
the comfort for the user who wears the sleeve.
[0054] In particular, resting portion 20 has a transversal dimension larger than 10%, preferably
20% with respect to the transversal diameter of sleeve 10, as shown in Fig. 12.
[0055] In detail, always as shown in Fig. 12, fastening buttons 27' arranged transversally
to the sleeve define folding line 13.
[0056] After folding the two wings 11a and 11b of sleeve 10 within resting portion 20 (Fig.13)
it is possible to fold the same resting portion 20 along folding line 13 (Fig.14)
achieving compact configuration B. In the latter configuration the sleeve can be put
in a case or sachet envelope (Fig.9) for carrying easily in a bag.
[0057] The foregoing description of an embodiment of the method and of the apparatus according
to the invention will so fully reveal the invention according to the conceptual point
of view, so that others, by applying current knowledge, will be able to modify and/or
adapt for various applications such embodiment without further research and without
parting from the invention, and it is therefore to be understood that such adaptations
and modifications will have to be considered as equivalent to the specific embodiment.
The means and the materials to realize the different functions described herein could
have a different nature without, for this reason, departing from the scope of the
invention as defined by the claims. It is to be understood that the phraseology or
terminology the is employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation.
1. A wearable article (100) for supporting a baby (200) for lulling/breast-feeding purposes
comprising:
- a flexible sleeve (10) with elongated shape having a first and a second open ends
(25a,25b), opposite to each other, which define a channel (30) for introduction of
a user's arm (105), said first and second open ends (25a,25b) having a diameter that
is configured to fit said user's arm (105) at opposite sides with respect to the user's
elbow, said sleeve (10) defining an inner surface that touches said user's arm (105)
and an outer surface (12) on which a baby can rest,
characterised in that said sleeve (10) comprises at least one folding line (13,13a) that extends transversally,
in order to define a first and a second sleeve portions (14,15) separated by said
folding line (13,13a), said folding line (13,13a) positioned to allow folding said
sleeve (10) between a use configuration, in which said sleeve (10) is completely unfolded
and wearable, to a compact configuration, where said sleeve (10) is folded along said
folding line (13,13a) and can assume a reduced size and flat shape.
2. A wearable article (100), according to claim 1, wherein said sleeve (10) provides
two transversal folding lines (13,13a) at a same distance from each other and from
the sleeve ends (25a,25b).
3. A wearable article (100), according to claim 1, wherein said sleeve (10) comprises
a resting portion (20) applied to said outer surface (12), in order to provide a more
comfortable support surface where the baby can rest.
4. A wearable article (100), according to claim 3, wherein said resting portion (20)
is obtained by an adsorbing and/or soft contact material selected from the group consisting
of: cotton, kapok fibers, sponge cloth for wipers, chenille, etc., in particular,
said resting portion (20) can be made of spongy material having a predetermined thickness
and then with a predetermined stiffness for keeping the sleeve in a steady position
once worn.
5. A wearable article (100), according to claim 3, wherein said resting portion (20)
provides a boundary edge (29) that gives to the resting portion (20) a predetermined
stiffness.
6. A wearable article (100), according to claim 3, wherein said resting portion (20)
is a portion protruding with respect to said the sleeve outer surface (12) to which
it is integral.
7. A wearable article (100), according to claim 3, wherein said resting portion (20)
is releasably applied by means of fastening means (27) to said outer surface (12),
to be replaced, in particular said fastening means (27) is a zip fastener or buttons
or Velcro®.
8. A wearable article (100), according to claim 3, wherein said resting portion (20)
is releasably applied on the sleeve outer surface through a plurality of buttons integral
to the sleeve (10) arranged to enter respective elongated holes (27b) obtained on
the resting portion (20), in particular the fastening buttons (27a) comprise two buttons
arranged transversally to the sleeve (10), in order to define said folding line.
9. A wearable article (100), according to claim 3, wherein said resting portion (20)
has a transversal dimension larger than 10%, preferably 20% with respect to the transversal
diameter of said sleeve (10).
10. A wearable article (100), according to claim 1, wherein said sleeve (10) comprises
an upper portion (19) and a lower sleeve portion (18) coupled to each other according
to a longitudinal symmetry line, in particular said upper support portion (19) can
be made of tissue, in particular cotton, whereas said lower portion (18) can be made
of a perspiration material, in order to reduce sweating, in particular said lower
sleeve portions (18) is a net having a predetermined mesh size to allow a high perspiration
to the user, which is suitable for keeping always dry the support surface of the baby.
11. A wearable article (100), according to claim 10, wherein said upper portion (19) and
said lower sleeve portions (18) are releasably coupled to each other through a connection
means, in particular said connection means is selected from the group consisting of:
a zip fastener, hook-loop fastener, buttons or other types.
12. A wearable article (100), according to claim 1, wherein said sleeve (10) comprises,
at least at one end, a band (23) of resilient material, in order to ensure a stable
position of the sleeve (10) once worn, in particular associated with said band (23),
at the opposite ends, a fixing means is provided made by a further elastic band (24)
or by a flexible strap (26) that comprises a base end (26a) integrally connected to
the sleeve (10) and a free head (26b) end having a fastening hook-loop portion (27).
13. A wearable article (100), according to claim 1, wherein a housing (40) is provided
for the elbow that is configured to avoid a possible rotation of the sleeve (10) along
its own longitudinal axis.
14. A wearable article (100), according to claim 1, wherein a sachet envelope (50) is
provided containing the sleeve (10) in said compact configuration for carrying easily
the sleeve (10) in it preventing contact with other objects.
1. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) zum Stützen eines Babys (200) für Zwecke des in-den-Schlafwiegens
/ Stillens, mit:
- einem flexiblen Schlauch (10) mit länglicher Form mit einem ersten und einem zweiten
offenen Ende (25a,25b), die einander entgegengesetzt sind und einen Kanal (30) zum
Einführen eines Arm eines Anwenders (105) definieren, wobei die ersten und zweiten
offenen Enden (25a,25b) einen Durchmesser haben, der so konfiguriert ist, dass er
zu dem Arm des Anwenders (105) an entgegengesetzten Seiten bezüglich dem Ellbogen
des Anwenders passt, wobei der Schlauch (10) eine Innenfläche, die den Arm des Anwenders
(105) berührt, und eine Außenfläche (12), auf der ein Baby liegen kann, definiert,
dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Schlauch (10) zumindest eine Faltlinie (13,13a) besitzt, die sich in Querrichtung
erstreckt, um einen ersten und zweiten Schlauchabschnitt (14,15) zu definieren, die
durch die Faltlinie (13,13a) getrennt sind, wobei die Faltlinie (13,13a) positioniert
ist, um ein Falten des Schlauches (10) zwischen einer Anwendungskonfiguration, bei
der der Schlauch (10) vollständig ungefaltet und tragbar ist, und einer kompakten
Konfiguration, wo der Schlauch (10) entlang der Faltlinie (13,13a) gefaltet ist und
eine verringerte Größe und eine flache Form annehmen kann, zu ermöglichen.
2. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 1, wobei der Schlauch (10) zwei Quer-Faltlinien
(13,13a) in einer gleichen Distanz voneinander und von den Schlauchenden (25a,25b)
vor sieht.
3. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 1, wobei der Schlauch (10) einen Auflageabschnitt
(20) aufweist, der an der Außenfläche (12) aufgebracht ist, um eine komfortablere
Stützfläche vorzusehen, wo das Baby liegen kann.
4. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 3, wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) durch
ein absorbierendes und/oder weiches Kontaktmaterial erhalten ist, das ausgewählt ist
ist aus der Gruppe bestehend aus: Baumwolle, Kapokfasern, Schwammgewebe für Wischtücher,
Chenille, etc., wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) insbesondere aus einem schwammartigen
Material mit einer vorbestimmten Dicke und dann mit einer vorbestimmten Steifigkeit
zum Halten des Schlauchs in einer stabilen Position im getragenen Zustand hergestellt
sein kann.
5. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 3, wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) einen
Begrenzungsrand (29) vorsieht, der dem Auflageabschnitt (20) eine vorbestimmte Steifigkeit
verleiht.
6. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 3, wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) ein
Abschnitt ist, der bezüglich der Schlauch-Außenfläche (12), mit der er integral ist,
vorsteht.
7. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 3, wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) abnehmbar
mittels eines Befestigungsmittels (27) an der Außenfläche (12) aufgebracht ist, um
ausgetauscht zu werden, wobei das Befestigungsmittel (27) insbesondere ein Reißverschluss
oder Knöpfe oder Velcro® ist.
8. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 3, wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) an der
Schlauch- Außenfläche über eine Vielzahl von Knöpfen abnehmbar aufgebracht ist, die
integral mit dem Schlauch (10) sind und angeordnet sind, um in jeweilige Langlöcher
(27b) einzutreten, die an dem Auflageabschnitt (20) gebildet sind, wobei die Befestigungsknöpfe
(27a) insbesondere zwei quer zu dem Schlauch (10) angeordnete Knöpfe aufweisen, um
die Faltlinie zu definieren.
9. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 3, wobei der Auflageabschnitt (20) eine
Querabmessung besitzt, die größer ist als 10%, vorzugsweise 20% bezüglich dem Querdurchmesser
des Schlauchs (10).
10. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 1, wobei der Schlauch (10) einen oberen
Abschnitt (19) und einen unteren Schlauchabschnitt (18) aufweist, die miteinander
gemäß einer Längssymmetrielinie gekoppelt sind, wobei insbesondere der obere Tragabschnitt
(19) aus einem Gewebe bzw. Tissue, insbesondere Baumwolle, gemacht sein kann, wohingegen
der untere Abschnitt (18) aus einem Atmungsmaterial gemacht sein kann, um Schwitzen
zu verringern, wobei insbesondere der untere Schlauchabschnitt (18) ein Netz mit einer
vorbestimmten Maschengröße ist, um dem Anwender eine starke Schweißabsonderung zu
erlauben, die geeignet ist, um die Auflagefläche des Babys immer trocken zu halten.
11. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 10, wobei der obere Abschnitt (19) und
die unteren Schlauchabschnitte (18) miteinander lösbar über ein Verbindungsmittel
gekoppelt sind, wobei das Verbindungsmittel insbesondere aus der Gruppe ausgewählt
ist, die besteht aus: einem Reißverschluss, Haken/Schlaufen-Befestigern, Knöpfen oder
anderen Arten.
12. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 1, wobei der Schlauch (10) zumindest an
einem Ende ein Band (23) aus elastischem Material besitzt, um eine stabile Position
des Schlauchs (10) in getragenem Zustand sicherzustellen, wobei insbesondere dem Band
(23) an den entgegengesetzten Enden ein Befestigungsmittel zugeordnet vorgesehen ist,
das durch ein weiteres elastisches Band (24) oder durch einen flexiblen Riemen bzw.
eine flexible Lasche (26) hergestellt ist, die ein Basisende (26a), das integral mit
dem Schlauch (10) verbunden ist, und ein freies Kopfende (26b) besitzt, das einen
Haken/Schlaufen-Befestigungsabschnitt (27) besitzt.
13. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 1, wobei ein Gehäuse (40) für den Ellbogen
vorgesehen ist, das ausgestaltet ist, um eine mögliche Drehung des Schlauchs (10)
entlang seiner eigenen Längsachse zu vermeiden.
14. Ein tragbarer Artikel (100) gemäß Anspruch 1, wobei ein Beutelumschlag (50) vorgesehen
ist, der den Schlauch (10) in der kompakten Konfiguration zum einfachen Tragen des
Schlauchs (10) darin unter Verhinderung eines Kontakts mit anderen Gegenständen enthält
1. Article portable (100) permettant de soutenir un bébé (200) afin de le bercer/l'allaiter
comprenant :
un manchon flexible (10) de forme allongée ayant des première et seconde extrémités
ouvertes (25a, 25b), en face l'une de l'autre, qui définissent un canal (30) pour
l'introduction du bras (105) d'un utilisateur, lesdites première et seconde extrémités
ouvertes (25a, 25b) ayant un diamètre qui est conçu pour s'adapter audit bras (105)
d'un utilisateur à des côtés opposés par rapport au coude de l'utilisateur, ledit
manchon (10) définissant une surface interne qui touche ledit bras (105) d'un utilisateur
et une surface externe (12) sur laquelle un bébé peut s'appuyer,
caractérisé en ce que ledit manchon (10) comprend au moins une ligne de pliage (13, 13a) qui s'étend transversalement,
afin de définir des première et seconde parties (14, 15) de manchon séparées par ladite
ligne de pliage (13, 13a), ladite ligne de pliage (13, 13a) étant positionnée pour
permettre le pliage dudit manchon (10) entre une configuration d'utilisation, dans
laquelle ledit manchon (10) est complètement déplié et portable, et une configuration
compacte, dans laquelle ledit manchon (10) est plié le long de ladite ligne de pliage
(13, 13a) et peut prendre une taille réduite et une forme plate.
2. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 1, ledit manchon (10) comprenant deux
lignes de pliage transversales (13, 13a) à une même distance l'une de l'autre et des
extrémités (25a, 25b) de manchon.
3. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 1, ledit manchon (10) comprenant une
partie d'appui (20) appliquée sur ladite surface externe (12), pour fournir une surface
d'appui plus confortable où le bébé peut se reposer.
4. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 3, ladite partie d'appui (20) étant
obtenue par un matériau absorbant et/ou à contact doux choisi dans le groupe constitué
de : coton, fibres de kapok, tissu éponge pour racleur, chenille, etc., en particulier,
ladite partie d'appui (20) pouvant être en un matériau spongieux ayant une épaisseur
prédéfinie puis ayant une rigidité prédéterminée pour maintenir le manchon dans une
position stable une fois porté.
5. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 3, ladite partie d'appui (20) fournissant
un bord limite (29) qui donne à la partie d'appui (20) une rigidité prédéfinie.
6. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 3, ladite partie d'appui (20) étant
une partie en saillie par rapport à ladite surface externe (12) de manchon dont elle
fait partie intégrante.
7. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 3, ladite partie d'appui (20) étant
appliquée amovible à l'aide d'un moyen de fixation (27) à ladite surface externe (12),
pour être remplacée, en particulier ledit moyen de fixation (27) étant une fermeture
à glissière, des boutons ou une bande Velcro®.
8. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 3, ladite partie d'appui (20) étant
appliquée amovible sur la surface externe du manchon à travers une pluralité de boutons
faisant partie intégrante du manchon (10) disposés pour entrer dans des orifices allongés
(27b) respectifs percés dans la partie d'appui (20), en particulier les boutons de
fixation (27a) comprenant deux boutons disposés transversalement au manchon (10),
afin de définir ladite ligne de pliage.
9. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 3, ladite partie d'appui (20) ayant
une dimension transversale supérieure à 10 %, de préférence à 20 % par rapport au
diamètre transversal dudit manchon (10).
10. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 1, ledit manchon (10) comprenant une
partie supérieure (19) et une partie inférieure (18) de manchon raccordées l'une à
l'autre selon une ligne de symétrie longitudinale, en particulier ladite partie de
support supérieure (19) pouvant être en tissu, en particulier en coton, alors que
ladite partie inférieure (18) peut être en un matériau antitranspirant, afin de réduire
la transpiration, en particulier lesdites parties inférieures (18) de manchon étant
un filet ayant une taille de maille prédéfinie pour permettre une forte transpiration
de l'utilisateur, ce qui est approprié pour garder toujours sèche la surface d'appui
du bébé.
11. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 10, ladite partie supérieure (19) et
lesdites parties de manchon inférieures (18) étant raccordées amovibles l'une à l'autre
par l'intermédiaire d'un moyen de connexion, en particulier ledit moyen de connexion
étant choisi dans le groupe constitué de : une fermeture à glissière, une fermeture
auto-agrippante, des boutons ou autres.
12. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 1, ledit manchon (10) comprenant, au
moins à une extrémité, une bande (23) de matériau résilient, afin d'assurer une position
stable du manchon (10) une fois porté, en particulier associé à ladite bande (23),
aux extrémités opposées, un moyen de fixation étant fourni par un ruban élastique
(24) supplémentaire ou par une sangle souple (26) qui comprend une extrémité de base
(26a) intégralement connectée au manchon (10) et une extrémité de tête libre (26b)
ayant une partie (27) de bande Velcro de fixation.
13. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 1, un boîtier (40) fourni pour le coude
étant conçu pour éviter une rotation possible du manchon (10) le long de son axe longitudinal.
14. Article portable (100) selon la revendication 1, une enveloppe sachet (50) étant fournie
pour contenir le manchon (10) dans ladite configuration compacte afin de transporter
facilement le manchon (10) en lui évitant tout contact avec d'autres objets.