Athletic mask and helmet
US11684841B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA42B3/225
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Novel and advantageous masks and helmets to protect an athlete's head and face from impacts and injuries. In particular, the present disclosure relates to novel and advantageous masks and helmets to help protect a baseball or softball catcher's face and head from concussive forces of an incoming ball strike. A mask of the present disclosure may be coupled to a helmet, or may be configured for use without a helmet in some embodiments. The mask may provide a generally cone-shaped structure in front of a wearer's face, so as to provide an angled surface for contact with an incoming ball. Additionally, a shock absorbing material may be provided at an interface between the helmet and mask to reduce and distribute force transfer between the mask and the helmet.
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