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Helmet

US11147335B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateDec 12, 2017
Grant dateOct 19, 2021
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Expiry dateSep 9, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA42B3/32
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a helmet comprising an inner shell (3) a detachable outer shell (2) and an intermediate layer (4) between the inner shell and the outer shell. At least one connecting member (5) is configured to directly connect the inner shell to the outer shell, and allow sliding between the inner shell and the outer shell, when the outer shell is attached to the helmet. When the outer shell is attached, the outer shell and the inner shell are configured to slide relative to one another in response to an impact. A sliding interface is provided between the intermediate layer and one or both of the outer shell and the inner shell.

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