Layered materials and structures for enhanced impact absorption
US10433609B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 5, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D13/015
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A garment worn by a wearer has an exterior shell and an interior shell with various impact absorbing material between the exterior shell and the interior shell. The impact absorbing material includes multiple structures, such as rods or filaments, capable of deforming when force is applied then returning to its state prior to application of the force. In various embodiments, a rate sensitive material (RSM) is positioned in one or more locations relative to the exterior shell and the interior shell of the garment to further attenuate impacts to the garment. The RSM changes its resistance to force based on a rate at which the material is loaded.
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