Helmet comprising surface reinforcing component with embedded anchors
US9364041B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 14, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/4821
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Described herein are helmets comprising at least one surface reinforcing component. In some embodiments the surface reinforcing component comprises at least one anchoring feature embedded in a structural feature of the helmet, such as a force absorbing element. In other embodiments, the surface reinforcing component comprises fasteners configured to mate with a respective fastener on a shell of the helmet.
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