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Headwear with switch shielding portion

US8333485B2 · kind B2 · utility

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28Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 2, 2010
Grant dateDec 18, 2012
Priority date
Expiry dateJul 2, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA42B1/244
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

There is provided hands-free lighting, components thereof, and other accessories combined with the hands-free lighting. The hands-free lighting is preferably lighted headgear including hats and includes various accessories for use therewith, such as a protective switch guard associated with hat packaging surrounding an activation switch to prevent inadvertent activation while still allowing intentional actuation thereof.

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