U.S. patent application number 12/113944 was filed with the patent office on 2008-11-20 for artificial nose hair.
Invention is credited to Gengsheng Sun.
Application Number | 20080283072 12/113944 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 40026271 |
Filed Date | 2008-11-20 |
United States Patent
Application |
20080283072 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Sun; Gengsheng |
November 20, 2008 |
Artificial Nose Hair
Abstract
This invention involves artificial nose hair, which improves and
reinforces the function of human physiological nose hair. It's
designed according to the nature structure of human nose hair.
Different than the existing nose filters and mask, artificial nose
hair doesn't harms the physiological nose hair and nasal membrane
when used. In addition to the filtering characteristic, artificial
nose hair also exploit the beneficial possibility of functional
fiber when manufactured with specific material. For example, it can
be used as medicine carrier or physical therapy.
Inventors: |
Sun; Gengsheng; (Rowland
Heights, CA) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Gengsheng Sun
1430 Greenport Ave
Rowland Heights
CA
91748
US
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Family ID: |
40026271 |
Appl. No.: |
12/113944 |
Filed: |
May 2, 2008 |
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60930321 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
132/53 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41G 5/00 20130101; A61M
31/00 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
132/53 |
International
Class: |
A41G 5/02 20060101
A41G005/02 |
Claims
1. An artificial nose hair, the characteristic is, it consists of
two hirsute fiber main structures (1) that can be placed in
vestibule and a centre link (2) that connect the two hirsute fiber
main structures.
2. The artificial nose hair, as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures take of
tube brush form and are attached to each end of the centre link.
(FIG. 2A)
3. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (2), the
characteristic is the tube brush shaped fiber main structures can
be shaped and presented in a fold arrangement. (FIG. 2B)
4. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (2), the
characteristic is the tube brush shaped fiber main structures can
be shaped and presented in a coil arrangement. (FIG. 2C)
5. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures take one or
multi-layer form and attached to each end of the centre link. Each
layer can be made from different fiber material with different
density. (FIG. 3A)
6. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (5), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures in
multi-player form can be presented in a rolled arrangement. The
centre link acts as a center axis. (FIG. 4A)
7. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures can be
adjusted and trimmed according to one's need.
8. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the position of two hirsute fiber main structures
can be adjusted by holding the centre link with thumb and index
finger.
9. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures can be
manufactured with functional fiber.
10. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures (1) and the
center link (2) can be manufactured by crochet.
11. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures can be made
from medicine carrier fiber.
12. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the two hirsute fiber main structures can be
manufactured by materials that would allow it to be used for
physical therapy.
13. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is it's washable and reusable.
14. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is it can work with water or nasal rinse liquid to
cleanse the nasal cavity.
15. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the centre link (2) that connects two hirsute
fiber main structures can be manufactured with plastic.
16. The artificial nose hair as described in claim (1), the
characteristic is the center link (2) that connects two hirsute
fiber main structures can be manufactured with metal wire.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] Medical Bionics Products has always been a vital member
within the development of medical care products. Some examples are;
artificial kidney, artificial limb, artificial nail and etc. The
invention of artificial nose hair is based on the same concept.
Human physiological nose hair plays a critical role and acting as
first guard in our self-protect system against foreign particles in
air. With the assistance of nasal membrane, nose hair can
successfully block particle size greater than 10 .mu.m. The result
is moderate filtered air entering our lung. But human nose hair
can't stop dust, germ, and other particles smaller than 10 .mu.m
from harming our body. It also can't block pollens or dust mites,
which can cause allergy, nasal infection and harmful materials from
contacting with nasal membrane.
[0002] Therefore, I invented the artificial nose hair that can be
placed in nasal vestibule to strengthen the function of human nose
hair. This practical addition will not only allow filtered clean
air to be breathed in, but also block harmful particles from
contacting nasal membrane. Artificial nose hair has a further value
to people who are experiencing physiological nose hair degradation
due to disease or aging. In addition, people who breathe under
deleterious air quality can benefit from using this item.
[0003] During current medication process, sometimes it is required
to supply medicine through vestibule and nasal membrane.
Unobstructed breathing is also needed for both cases. We need a
nasal medicine carrier for this purpose.
[0004] With the advancement of technology, many functional fibers
such as negative ion fiber were been developed. Artificial nose
hair made from these functional fibers expands the possibility of
additional benefits to users.
[0005] The existing air filtration market is dominated by products
like face mask and respirator. They are effective but inconvenient
during routine use. Some reduce sized air filters such as nasal
filters are also available. But again they are not based on the
medical bionics concept and don't possess the function and benefit
of artificial nose hair.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0006] Artificial nose hair consist two round shaped hair like
fiber main structures. They are joined by a centre link in between.
To use the artificial nose hair, place the two round shaped fiber
main structures in each vestibule. The centre link acting as a
supporting and positioning mechanism.
[0007] The two round shaped fiber main structures can be adjusted
and trimmed to fit individual's unique vestibule. It ensures a
perfect compatibility with the existing physiological nose hair.
The artificial nose hair would not cause irritation or oppression
to vestibule like the existing fixed shaped nasal filter products
do.
[0008] During breathing, air pass through both artificial,
physiological nose hair and nasal membrane. This process allows air
to be filtered while maintain its warmth and humidity. The purpose
of artificial nose hair is to work in conjunction with the existing
physiological nose hair, enhancing its function. The nasal filter
on the other hand, neglects the existence of physiological nose
hair and nasal membrane. This could damage these physiological
components.
[0009] The artificial nose hairs' small size results an almost
unaltered facial appearance. The advantage of its price due to
inexpensive manufacturing allows it to be carried and used in daily
life. These characteristics are absented from face mask and
respirator products.
[0010] When an artificial nose hair is made from functional fiber,
it inherits the beneficial characteristic of the functional
fiber.
[0011] When an artificial nose hair is made from washable and
reusable fiber, it can work with water or nasal rinse liquid to
cleanse the nasal cavity.
[0012] Furthermore, the artificial nose hair can also act as a
medicine carrier. This can be done when fiber on the artificial
nose hair is treated with medicine prior to usage.
[0013] The broad range of selective manufacture material and
process make artificial nose hair useful against germs, infection,
anti-allergy, rhinitis and other nasal diseases. Not to mention it
can also be used as a medicine carrier for treatments. All these
benefits make artificial nose hair a favorable member in the field
of medical bionics.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0014] This invention, artificial nose hair, is created to enhance
and support the function of existing physiological nose hair.
Mainly to filter the air we breathe in while maintain its warmth
and humidity. When implement as a medicine carrier, it can assist
existing medication process which contribute to one's health.
[0015] The artificial nose hair consists of two parts, two round
shaped hair like fiber main structures (FIG. A1) and a centre link
(FIG. A2).
[0016] Based on the concept of medical bionics, two round shaped
fiber main structures are designed according to human physiological
nose hair and medical fiber. The centre link is thin wire shaped
connector, which can be manufactured from either plastic or metal.
Then, two ends of the centre link are connected to each round
shaped fiber main structure via twist or weld method. The end
product is a final artificial nose hair. The two round shaped fiber
main structures can be adjusted and trimmed. User can also twist
the centre link. These characteristics allow the size and shape of
an artificial nose hair to be customized according one's
liking.
[0017] Before wearing, user needs to trim two round shaped fiber
main structures to one's size. The centre link also can be
adjusted.
[0018] Then, holding the centre link with thumb and index finger
and place each of the round shaped fiber main structure into
vestibule. The artificial nose hair will work in conjunction with
existing physiological nose hair during wear.
[0019] According to invention description, artificial nose hair
provides air filtration function. Unlike artificial nose hair, face
mask and respirator can't be placed inside vestibule. Although some
nasal filtration products on the market can be placed inside
vestibule, but their fixed shaped do not accommodate the irregular
shape of humans' vestibule. It's uncomfortable during continuous
wear. Furthermore, they neglect the purpose of nasal membrane and
damage its physiological function as a result. Not to mention they
do not possess medicine carrier characteristic.
[0020] According to invention description, first variation is two
hirsute fiber main structures attached to each end of a twisted
wire. The twisted wire functions as a linkage between two hirsute
fiber main structures, similar to a tube brush. (FIG. 2A)
[0021] According to invention description, one of the improvements
is the two main structures, which can be manufactured to a folding
shape to accommodate the different shape and size of vestibule.
(FIG. 2B)
[0022] According to invention description, one of the improvements
is the tube brush shaped main structures can be coil and ranged
individually. So it can accommodate the different shape and size of
vestibule. (FIG. 2C)
[0023] According to invention description, second variation is a
multi-layer structure presentation of the hirsute fiber main
structures. Layers of fiber in different density and material
overlay each other. A centre link connects all layers together as
well as two hirsute fiber main structures. (FIG. 3A)
[0024] According to invention description, third variation is to
have each of the two hirsute fiber main structures take shape of
roller. It can be manufactured with various type of fiber material
in different density. A centre link connects two main hirsute fiber
main structures. (FIG. 4A, after rolling) (FIG. 4B, before
rolling)
[0025] According to invention description, one of the improvements
is to apply medicines that are designed for nasal absorption to the
fiber. Or implement the medicine during the manufacturing stage.
Then, the artificial nose hair will act as a medicine carrier.
[0026] According to invention description, one of the improvements
is to have the two hirsute fiber main structures manufactured with
functional fibers, negative ion, nanoengineering and activated
carbon fiber for example. As a result, the artificial nose hair
will inherit characteristic of the functional fiber used.
[0027] According to invention description, one of the improvements
is make the shape and position of hirsute fiber main structure
adjustable. Then the artificial nose hair can be used for physical
therapy.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING
[0028] FIG. 1A is front perspective view of the artificial nose
hair in the vestibules of nose.
[0029] FIG. 1B is a left side perspective view thereof.
[0030] FIG. 1C is a right side perspective view thereof.
[0031] FIG. 2A is a front elevational view of the artificial nose
hair in single tube brush shape.
[0032] FIG. 2B is a front elevational view of the artificial nose
hair in fold tube brush shape.
[0033] FIG. 2C is a front elevational view of the artificial nose
hair in coil tube brush shape.
[0034] FIG. 3A is a front elevational view of the artificial nose
hair in multi layers shape.
[0035] FIG. 4A is front elevational view of the artificial nose
hair in roll shape.
[0036] FIG. 4B is a front elevational view of the artificial nose
hair before rolling.
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