Catcher's helmet
US9743702B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 8, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA42B3/32
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A catcher's mask comprises a two-piece plastic shell composed of a rigid front shell and a rigid rear shell. The front and rear shells are connected by a strap harness attached to the front shell and have padding assemblies. The front shell has ventilation holes including dual ear holes positioned over the wearer's ears and a full jaw protector integrally formed as part of front shell. A wire faceguard is removably attached to the front shell extending over the ear holes. A front liner is installed in the brow area, crown area, and side areas of the front shell, a middle liner extending around the rear inner surface of the front shell, a suspended foam jaw pad, and a central chin pad. The rear shell has a concave padding assembly comprised of a concave TPU shock absorbing layer, and a nested concave comfort layer.
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