MASK CONTROLLING AIR VOLUME AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREFOR

The patent application describes a mask with a fan, valve, pressure sensor, and processor that work together to regulate the air volume inside the mask based on the user's breathing patterns.

The mask includes a fan that supplies air to the inside of the mask.
A valve is present to release air from the mask.
A pressure sensor detects the maximum and minimum pressure values inside the mask.
The processor analyzes the pressure data to determine the user's breathing patterns and adjusts the fan's air volume accordingly.

Potential Applications

This technology could be used in various industries such as healthcare, industrial settings, and sports where individuals need respiratory protection or assistance.

Problems Solved

This innovation solves the problem of inefficient air circulation in traditional masks, ensuring that users receive the right amount of air based on their breathing patterns.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved comfort, better air quality, and enhanced respiratory support for users wearing the mask.

Potential Commercial Applications

A potential commercial application for this technology could be in the development of smart masks for healthcare professionals, athletes, or individuals working in polluted environments.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be existing respiratory masks with basic air filtration systems but lacking the advanced features of the described mask with a fan, valve, pressure sensor, and processor.

Unanswered Questions

How does the processor determine the optimal air volume for the user's breathing patterns?

The processor uses the data from the pressure sensor to calculate the number of breaths and adjusts the fan's air volume accordingly.

What is the expected battery life of the mask with the fan running continuously?

The battery life would depend on the capacity of the battery and the power consumption of the fan, which would need to be specified in the patent application or product specifications.

Original Abstract Submitted

A mask and a controlling method thereof are disclosed. The mask includes a fan that provides an air volume to an inside of the mask, a valve that discharges air from the mask, a pressure sensor, and a processor. The processor may control the pressure sensor to detect a maximum pressure value and a minimum pressure value inside the mask worn by a user. The processor may identify a time for a single breath based on a maximum pressure value and a minimum pressure value detected at the pressure sensor. The processor may identify a number of breaths based on the identified time for the single breath and a predetermined time. The processor may control the fan to provide an air volume set at a level corresponding to the identified number of breaths among a plurality of levels divided based on a predetermined number of breaths.

18518189. MASK CONTROLLING AIR VOLUME AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREFOR simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)

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MASK CONTROLLING AIR VOLUME AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREFOR

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