Heated clothing for use in cold weather and cold climate regions
US6550471B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 25, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62B17/005
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The claimed invention relates to an heated clothing with autonomous heating source and comprise (a) thermally insulated suit adapted to cover the human body, (b) portable, low-temperature heat generation module with combustion process controlled by a control unit, c) infrared window for energy delivery, (d) heat energy distribution system to supply heat to different parts of the body, (e) temperature control system, including the temperature sensors, responsible for maintaining proper temperatures at different parts of the body and f) moisture adsorbing pads to remove excessive moisture originating from sweating. A light and flexible suit provides controllable stream of heat from a heater to a wearer for prolonged time. The suit includes attachable, heated gloves and boots and gives complete protection against even extreme cold. The invention can find application in the protection of people being exposed to cold environment, including construction workers, mineral exploration and oil field personnel, and other employees who's jobs require them to work at adverse weather conditions or those exposed to cold surroundings. It is also applicable for sport, pleasure and other recreationa…
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