System and methods for designing and manufacturing a bespoke protective sports helmet
US11033796B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2119/18
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A bespoke protective sports helmet to be worn by a player engaged in a sporting activity is provided. The bespoke helmet includes i) systems and methods for acquiring, storing and processing a player's unique data, namely the player's anatomical features, where that player is to wear a protective sports helmet, (ii) for systems and methods of using the player's unique data to manufacture a protective sports helmet with a custom formed internal padding assembly that substantially corresponds to the player's unique data, and (iii) a protective sports helmet designed using the acquired and processed unique player's data and including the custom formed internal padding assembly that provides improved fit and comfort for the player. The system and method allows for the design and manufacture of a bespoke protective sports helmet that is purposely designed and manufactured to match the player's anatomical specifications.
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