Abstract: The present invention provides a protective crash cage, or roll cage, for use with ATV's. The roll cage of the present invention utilizes a rounded shape to provide automatic recovery from most "crashes". The cage is designed so that it can be retrofitted to existing ATV's. The addition, a special harness system is employed which acts as a web to support the driver without restricting his ability to control the ATV through movement of his body. The roll cage of the present invention is designed to contain the drive wheels of the ATV within its boundaries except when the ATV is in an upright and safe position. Otherwise, the drive wheels are removed from contact with the ground in a crash situation so as not to continue propelling the vehicle in an unsafe manner.

Abstract: Motorcycle safety apparel is disclosed which may be made in stylish and unencumbering designs to encourage regular use by motorcycle riders, and the like, which in the event of an impending or actual accident will inflate to provide a protective enclosure for the parts of the body most susceptible to critical or fatal injury. In the motorcycle application, the apparel is coupled through an umbilical cord to a container of compressed or liquified gas, with a much shorter pull cord being coupled between the rider and the valve of the container to rapidly inflate the apparel on separation of the rider from the motorcycle prior to separation of the umbilical cord.

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective metal crash cage, or roll cage, for use with ATV's. The roll cage of the present invention utilizes a rounded shape to provide automatic recovery from most "crashes". The cage is designed so that it can be retrofitted to existing ATV's. In addition, a special harness system is employed which acts as a web to support the driver without restricting his ability to control the ATV through movement of his body. The roll cage of the present invention is designed to contain the drive wheels of the ATV within its' boundaries except when the ATV is in an upright and safe position. Otherwise, the drive wheels are removed from contact with the ground in a crash situation so as not to continue propelling the vehicle in an unsafe manner.

Abstract: Motorcycle safety apparel is disclosed which may be made in stylish and unencumbering designs to encourage regular use by motorcycle riders, and the like, which in the event of an impending or actual accident will inflate to provide a protective enclosure for the parts of the body most susceptible to critical or fatal injury. In the motorcycle application, the apparel is coupled through an umbilical cord to a container of compressed or liquified gas, with a much shorter pull cord being coupled between the rider and the valve of the container to rapidly inflate the apparel on separation of the rider from the motorcycle prior to separation of the umbilical cord.

Abstract: A baby car seat and protector is disclosed which provides a comfortable car seat for a baby, complete with a conveniently located toy retaining tray-like area, which car seat automatically encloses the baby in a protective cocoon-like structure in the event of a crash to cushion the impact resulting therefrom and to protect the baby from flying glass and other debris. The car seat has a main member which defines a seat-like structure for receiving the baby in the sitting position and supporting the back thereof, with the seat-like structure having a top region and sides which extend forward somewhat around the baby to provide side protection thereto. A second, tray-like member is disposed in front of the baby to define a region for conveniently holding toys and the like. The tray-like member extends to the baby's chest and abdomen, providing a padded tunnel-like region for passage of an automobile seat belt therethrough.