DE202013009368U1 - Knee pads and insert for knee pads - Google Patents

Abstract

Insert (1) for a knee protector, wherein the insert (1) comprises an elastically deformable material, an inner side (2) and an outer side (3), characterized in that the inner side (2) of the insert (1) has an adapted recess (1). 4).

Description

The invention relates to an insert according to the preamble of claim 1 and a knee protector adapted to receive the insert.

Knee pads or knee pads are often used by people who work kneeling. At the same time, the knee protector protects the person's knee from pressure and injuries that may result from friction between the knee and the ground on which the person is kneeling.

For example, a knee protector is off DE 101 20 823 A1 known. The knee protector is a shell in which an insert is inserted. The shell is made of a hard material and encloses the knee. There is a pad in the shell, which deforms elastically when inserted into the shell. Also known are knee pads, in which a pad is attached to a band. An abrasion protection on the outside of the pad protects it from wear.

In the event that an inlaid pad slips, pressure could be applied to the knee that is uncomfortable for the wearer. Also, a band on the outside of the pad is attached, when kneeling exert a person uncomfortable pressure on the knee.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a knee protector of the type mentioned, so that in an easy way an improved knee protector is given with increased comfort.

The object of the invention is achieved by a knee protector comprising an insert and an insert for a knee protector. The insert comprises an elastically deformable material, an inner side and an outer side and is characterized in that the inner side of the insert part has an adapted recess.

The inventive measures an insert is advantageously formed, which is characterized in that the insert is adapted to the shape of the respective knee: the knee is received in the recess on the inside of the insert, whereby the knee at least partially enclosed by the insert is and the insert is adapted by elastic deformation of the respective shape of the knee.

The insert part according to the invention increases the wearing comfort, because little pressure is exerted on the knee, in particular during prolonged wear, and the depression of the inside is also adapted, for example, when the position of the knee changes as a result of its movement.

Another advantageous development provides that the depression comprises a survey. The survey is arranged, for example, at the location of the inside of the insert at which the area is below the kneecap. As a result, the survey deforms according to the anatomy of the knee. Thus, an increased wearing comfort is possible.

In another advantageous refinement, the insert part is characterized in that the depression is larger in an upper region of the inner side than in a lower region of the inner side. In particular, when bending the upper portion of the insert is stretched more or exposed to a higher pressure. The larger recess reduces the stress on the upper area of the inside compared to traditional padding in knee pads or knee pads. At the same time, the comfort of wear increases due to the adapted depression of the inside of the insert, in particular the upper region of the knee is protected even with a strong angling of the knee and thus heavy stress on the insert.

Another advantageous development provides that the insert has a curvature in the upper region. The curvature of the upper portion of the insert is similar to the curvature of a bent knee, wherein an edge region of the inner side of the insert is formed at least in the upper region of the insert upwardly curved. Also, the outside of the insert may be formed curved in the upper region upwards.

In another advantageous development, it is provided that the insert part is designed substantially without curvature in the lower region. For example, the lower edge of the inside is at least centrally flat.

It can also be provided that the lower region of the insert part is tapered downwards. This in turn favors the adaptation of the recess of the inside of the insert. Also, the inside of the insert may be formed symmetrically to a longitudinal axis thereof.

In order to improve the insert even further is provided in an advantageous development that the survey is arranged in a central region of the inside. This allows an improved customized recess. Advantageously, the survey is provided in the central region of the patella and allows relief in the most stressed place, in addition, by the survey, the insert at this point may be strengthened.

Another advantageous development provides that the insert comprises a pad or cushion. The outside of the insert may have a layer of neoprene or neoprene sleeve that is waterproof and / or breathable, which improves comfort. Also, the outside of the insert may include an abrasion protection.

In order to further improve the insert part, it is provided in an advantageous further development that the middle, upper and / or lower region is formed from the same or different elastically deformable material. As a result, the adapted recess can be optimally deformed.

The inventive measures a knee protector is advantageously formed, which is characterized in that it comprises an insert (as described above), at least one holding element and a support member. The knee protector according to the invention increases the wearing comfort, since the knee is received in the adapted recess of the insert. In this case, the insert may be permanently or detachably attached to the carrier element. Also, the outer side of the insert part at least partially replace the support element, for example, the outside of the insert part fits into a recess of the support element. The at least one retaining element serves to attach the knee protector to the knee and has, for example, hook-and-loop fasteners.

Another advantageous further development provides that the carrier element and / or the insert on the outside comprises an abrasion protection. The abrasion protection can extend over the entire outside. Advantageously, the abrasion protection will comprise the areas of the support element or insert that come into contact with the floor when using the knee protector. The abrasion protection advantageously comprises kevlar fabric or another material that has high resistance and abrasion resistance. Also, the knee protector, the support member, the support member or the insert may have a neoprene shell that is impermeable to water and / or breathable.

Advantageous developments of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims.

Further details of the invention can be found in the exemplary embodiments, which will be described below with reference to the figures. Show it:

1 : an embodiment of an insert,

2 a sectional view of the embodiment of 1 .

3 a further sectional view of the embodiment of 1 .

4 FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an embodiment of an insert, FIG.

5 : an embodiment of a knee protector.

In 1 is an insert 1 pictured, which is an outside 2 and an inside 3 having. The inside 3 has a customized recess 4 on. The knee is in the recess 4 on the inside 3 of the insert 1 taken, with the knee from the insert 1 is at least partially enclosed. The insert 1 is made of an elastically deformable material. The depression 4 deforms, for example, by pressure and adapts to the shape of the knee.

The depression 4 has a survey 5 on. The assessment 5 is in the place of the inside 3 of the insert 1 located at the area below the kneecap. Is pressure on the insert by the knee 1 exercised, for example, when performing a kieenden activity, the survey deformed 5 corresponding.

The depression 4 is in an upper area 6 the inside 3 larger than in a lower area 7 the inside 3 , If the knee is bent, the upper area becomes 6 of the insert 1 more stretched or exposed to higher pressure. Through the larger recess 4 in the upper area 6 its stress is reduced compared to conventional pads in knee pads or knee pads. At the same time, the wearing comfort increases due to the adapted recess 4 the inside 3 of the insert 1 ,

2 shows a full section AA 1 , In 2 is the curved outside 2 and inside 3 as well as the depression 4 shown. The insert shown 1 is formed symmetrically to its longitudinal axis. A deformation of the depression 4 is on the inside 3 is due to the elastically deformable material of the insert 1 possible.

3 shows a full section BB 1 , The survey shown 5 the depression 4 is in a middle range 8th arranged. The upper area 6 has a curvature. The curvature extends when worn or along the knee. In this embodiment, the inside is 3 as well as the outside 2 arched. It is also possible only the inside 3 of the insert 1 to arch upwards.

The insert 1 is in the lower range 7 formed essentially without camber. In the embodiment shown, the lower edge 9 the inside centered flat.

Is provided in another embodiment that the insert 1 Partially touching the ground may be on the outside 2 of the insert 1 an abrasion protection be provided. The abrasion protection allows a long life of the insert 1 ,

4 shows a spatial representation of an embodiment of an insert 1 , The depression 4 the inside 3 is in the upper range 6 bigger than in the lower area 7 , The depression 4 is adapted to the knee and offers increased comfort.

In the spatial representation is symmetrical to the longitudinal axis of the insert 1 curved inside 3 shown. The curved inside 3 allows a simplified adjustment of the depression 4 , The bottom edge 9 the depression 4 is not curved and flat in its central area.

In 5 is an embodiment of a knee protector 10 shown. The knee protector 10 has an insert 1 , a carrier element 12 and a plurality of retaining elements 11 on.

The holding elements 11 fasten the knee protector on the knee and are in this embodiment Velcro fasteners.

In the embodiment shown, the insert is 1 on the carrier element 12 sewn. For this purpose, the support element 12 a recess on the size of the insert 1 equivalent. The insert 1 indicates on its outside 2 an abrasion protection, such as Kevlar fabric, on.

The knee protector shown 10 has a neoprene shell which is preferably impermeable to water and / or breathable.

In summary, it should be noted that an insert and a knee protector is formed by the measures described, through which in a simple manner increased comfort can be achieved with longer life by the insert has an adapted recess.

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Cited patent literature

• DE 10120823 A1 [0003]

Claims (10)

Insert ( 1 ) for a knee protector, the insert ( 1 ) an elastically deformable material, an inner side ( 2 ) and an outside ( 3 ), characterized in that the inside ( 2 ) of the insert ( 1 ) an adapted recess ( 4 ) having. Insert ( 1 ) according to claim, characterized in that the recess ( 4 ) a survey ( 5 ). Insert ( 1 ) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the recess ( 4 ) in an upper area ( 6 ) of the inside ( 3 ) greater than in a lower region ( 7 ) of the inside ( 3 ). Insert ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the insert part ( 1 ) in the upper area ( 6 ) has a curvature. Insert ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the insert part ( 1 ) in the area below ( 7 ) is formed substantially without curvature. Insert ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the survey ( 5 ) in a middle area ( 8th ) of the inside ( 4 ) is arranged. Insert ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the insert part ( 1 ) comprises a pad or cushion. Insert ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the middle, upper and / or lower region ( 6 . 7 . 8th ) of the inside ( 3 ) is formed of the same or different elastically deformable material. Knee pads ( 10 ), comprising an insert ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 8, at least one retaining element ( 11 ) and a carrier element ( 12 ). Knee pads ( 10 ) according to claim 9, wherein the carrier element ( 12 ) and / or the insert ( 1 ) comprises an abrasion protection on the outside.

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