Fireproof pants with detachable bottom leg sections
US6158056A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 15, 1999 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D1/08
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A revision to the standard fireproof garments currently worn by race car drivers and pit crew people that allows the wearer to remove the bottom section of the pants to cool off when not in the car or in an area where protection from possible fire is not required. The top and bottom sections of the pants secure through use of hook and loop fasteners designed to withstand extremely high temperatures. The top section features a stretchy material at the lower end that hugs the leg to prevent any extreme heat from going up the leg opening. The bottom section slides up over the stretchy portion and secures to the top section via the hook and loop fasteners. The bottom section features a cuff or fold that folds over the secured two sections to hide the seam. Also, cooperating snap button elements are located on the top and bottom sections to allow for quick alignment by the user.
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