Patents by Inventor Maria Martikkala

Maria Martikkala 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).

  • Helmet restraint system
    Patent number: 8046846
    Abstract: A helmet restraint system for restraining the forward and downward movement of a helmet having an unfavorable center of gravity. A buckle strap having a first end and a second end is configured to be movably disposed in a wearer's garment. The buckle strap is preloaded between its first end, which is attached to the adjustment mechanism, and its second end, which is attached to an emergency release, and is extended in a loop coming out from first and second openings respectively in the collar of the garment for connection with a snap hook on the helmet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2011
    Assignee: SAAB AB
    Inventors: Jimmie Karlsson, Maria Martikkala
  • Helmet restraint system
    Publication number: 20110093999
    Abstract: A helmet restraint system for restraining the forward and downward movement of a helmet having an unfavorable center of gravity. A buckle strap having a first end and a second end is configured to be movably disposed in a wearer's garment. The buckle strap is preloaded between its first end, which is attached to the adjustment mechanism, and its second end, which is attached to an emergency release, and is extended in a loop coming out from first and second openings respectively in the collar of the garment for connection with a snap hook on the helmet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Publication date: April 28, 2011
    Applicant: SAAB AB
    Inventors: Jimmie Karlsson, Maria Martikkala