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Insert-molded helmet

US6532602B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 27, 2001
Grant dateMar 18, 2003
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Expiry dateAug 27, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA42B3/322
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A comfortable, self-adjusting, protective helmet made from a process of insert molding. The helmet comprises an armature or insert made of a porous material that is embedded in the layers of the helmet to connect the structural parts of the helmet to one another. The armature as used in the helmet also serves several other functions which include hinging and sizing. A retention system is strategically located on the helmet to provide increased stabilization of the helmet on the wearer's head. One embodiment of this invention is an insert-molded helmet that can be converted into a pouch. A further embodiment of this invention includes a protrusion at the back of a helmet suitable for a compartment.

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