Patents by Inventor Asif A. Lala

Asif A. Lala has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Head restraint system for racecar drivers
    Patent number: 6381758
    Abstract: A head restraint system is provided for a driver of a racecar. The system includes a helmet for receiving the driver's head, and first and second energy dissipating extendable restraining lanyards for connecting the helmet to a structural member of the racecar. The system preferably includes a quick connect apparatus for allowing the driver to easily escape from the head restraint system. The system preferably includes a rotatable connector which allows the driver to rotate his head left and right so that his lateral vision will not be impeded by the head restraint system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2002
    Assignee: Vanderbilt University
    Inventors: Lyman J. Roberts, II, Asif A. Lala, Panasarn Aim Jirut