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Eye mask

US9572718B2 · kind B2 · utility

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30References
38Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 5, 2013
Grant dateFeb 21, 2017
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 5, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2002/899
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An eye mask for a person includes a forward portion adapted to cover the person's eyes and having a malleable nose bridge, and two side straps each fixed with the forward portion and terminating at strap ends each having at least one part of a first two-part mechanical fastener. At least one of the side straps may include a first part of a second two-part mechanical fastener for attachment to a seat retention strap adapted to encircle a portion of a seat. Other adjustable attachment means that include a plurality of different straps for encircling the seat or headrest of a seat are included for retaining the person's head against the seat. Each side strap may include a pocket formed therein for holding an ear plug.

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