Neck and head protection system
US5946719A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 20, 1998 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 20, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41H1/08
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A protective system for shielding the head and neck regions of an operative from the blast effects of exploding munitions comprises a helmet with a visor which is inwardly curved rearwardly at its lower end and interacts with a double collar arrangement of a protective suit to provide enhanced protection to the neck region of the operative.
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