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Helmet

US11678709B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2018
Grant dateJun 20, 2023
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB32B2437/04
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A helmet having an energy absorbing layer, an outer layer that is harder than the energy absorbing layer and a plurality of outer plates mounted on the outer surface of the outer layer is provided. The outer plates on the outer layer can slide across the outer layer. A low friction interface between the outer surface of the outer layer and at least a part of the outer surface of the outer plates contacts the outer surface of the outer layer under an impact.

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