Helmet
US11147335B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 12, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 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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