Abstract: A helmet jacket for covering and protecting a helmet and for substantially and releasably enclosing the volume inside the helmet to allow the covered helmet to function as a sealed carrying and storage container. The jacket may include elastic segments that define respective constricted openings through which the chin straps of the helmet extend on opposed sides of a releasable fastening element so that the chin straps may be used to carry the helmet while the fastened jacket material substantially encloses the volume inside the helmet to define a storage volume within the helmet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the manufacture of a moulded article comprising the steps of forming a stack by stacking (2) or more sheets comprising monolayers of unidirectional fibers and optionally a binder; providing isostatic pressurizing means; placing the stack in the isostatic pressurizing means; and consolidating the stack under temperature and isostatic pressure into a moulded article. The invention furthermore relates to products obtainable with said process, which are very suitable for use in anti-ballistic applications and include e.g. helmets, curved panels, cones and domes.

Abstract: A wind rectifying member positioned between two ventilation covers on the top of a helmet is adjustably supported by fitting members of support structures mounted within each ventilation cover. The fitting members adjust the forward and rearward positioning of the rectifying member and its angle of tilt relative to the wind direction. The fitting members extend through openings in facing side walls of the ventilation covers and into indentations in the ends of the rectifying member.

Abstract: A helmet includes a shell, a base coating layer entirely covering an outer surface of the shell, and a decorative layer entirely and thermally bonded to an entire outer surface of the base coating layer. The decorative layer includes an adhesive layer, a reflective layer that is bonded to the adhesive layer and that has a plurality of reflective particles, and a patterned layer that is printed on the adhesive layer. A method of forming the helmet is also disclosed.

Abstract: In a gear main body (1), a mouth opening portion (6) through which a mouth portion can be seen is formed in addition to and separately from an eye opening portion (5) through which both eyes can be seen. A part above the eye opening portion (5) covers a forehead portion, a part between the eye opening portion (5) and the mouth opening portion (6) covers cheek portions and a nose portion, and a part below the mouth opening portion (6) covers a lower jaw portion. A surface-side skin material (2) and a back-face-side skin material (3) are split in a vertical direction between the eye opening portion (5) and the mouth opening portion (6) to form a gap (9). At this gap (9), end portions facing each other at the gap (9) are connected by connecting means in such a manner that left and right spaces between the surface-side skin material (2) and the back-face-side skin material (3) communicate with each other. A shock absorbing material (4) is filled also in the communicating space at the gap (9).

Abstract: A helmet which can ventilate the interior of a head protecting body well by a ventilator mechanism and can decrease the degree of injury or the like of a wearer that may increase by the presence of the ventilator mechanism. At least one of a plurality of attaching mechanisms that attach a cover member or air current deflecting member to the shutter attaching member of the ventilator mechanism includes an engaging projection portion and an engaging hole having a gap. The engaging projection portion is configured to be relatively pressed into the gap and then relatively inserted and held in the engaging hole through the gap.

Abstract: A full-face-type helmet such as an off-road driving helmet, in which ventilation of the interior of the full-face-type helmet is performed well by external air flowing in from a chin region, and a ventilation through hole extending through an impact absorbing liner substantially in the direction of its thickness need not be particularly formed in a region including the side head region and its vicinity of the impact absorbing liner for the external air flowing in from the chin region. The impact-on-the-chin absorbing portion of the impact absorbing liner disposed inside an outer shell having a first ventilation opening in the chin region includes a liner main body portion, and a sheet-like backing plate which is arranged on the inner surface of the liner main body portion.

Abstract: A protective ear appliance including two ear protectors with a band and a slidable coupling between the band and the ear protectors. The band encircles a portion of a wearer's head, has a curved shape with two ends and inner and outer curved surfaces. There is a slidable coupling between each of the ear protectors and the band so that each ear protector can slide independently with respect to the band to adjust the distance between the two ear protectors along the band so that the ear protectors can seat in the wearer's ears. The band can be formed with a central band hingedly coupled to the two end band portions. The ear protectors are coupled to the end band portions and slide relative to the end band portions. The protective ear appliance is designed to be worn with the central band around the back of the wearer's head.

Abstract: A personal protection system for providing a sterile barrier around medical/surgical personnel. The system includes a head unit over which a hood or a toga suspended. Internal to the head unit is a ventilation fan, a light for illuminating the surgical field and communications system for communicating with others. The head unit includes a head band. The ventilation fan is adjustably mounted to the head band so it can be positioned at a location to minimize the strain imposed on the wearer.

Abstract: An apparatus including a housing forming a protective head cover and a hearing protection mechanism coupled to the housing is defined. The apparatus further includes an attachment mechanism coupled to the housing and the attachment mechanism is to connect the housing to an external air supply.

Abstract: A removable washable liner system for headgear. The system may be used to line headgear of different materials, sizes and/or geometries. An embodiment of the system generally includes a liner body with a base layer and a moisture layer that is attached to the inner surface thereof. A means for releasably securing may attach the liner body to a portion of headgear. In some embodiments, the system includes at least one deodorizing substance.

Abstract: The present invention is a ski helmet that combines a visor and face shield. Adapted to the ski helmet is a suitably thick strip of resilient foam material positioned across the exterior front-facing surface of the helmet protecting the forehead area of the person wearing the helmet. The face shield can be rotated to various positions which will change the contact area of the face shield and foam strip and thus the amount of air flow between the face shield and user's face. When the face shield is in maximum contact with the foam strip, air flow is minimized.

Abstract: A bicycle helmet has a body with a concave inner surface configured to permit the helmet to fit a user's head. The helmet also includes a reinforcement structure having a plurality of separate frames interconnected with each other, at least one of the plurality of frames comprising a unidirectional filament, wherein the reinforcement structure engages the body.

Abstract: There is provided a lightweight helmet shell including an inner shell formed from a porous expanded plastic layer, and an outer shell, in which the outer shell is formed from a compressed fiber sheet having an apparent density of 0.15 to 0.7 g/cc and an impact absorbability of less than 300 G. The lightweight helmet shell according to the invention has excellent breathability, is lightweight, and has improved impact absorbability.

Abstract: An air circulation system is provided that is fittable to a protective helmet. The system includes an external manifold, a removable intake duct, and a removable exhaust duct. The manifold is mountable to an external surface of a protective shell of a helmet and defines an exhaust passage external of the shell having at least one orifice communicable with an interior crown region of the shell and an intake passage communicable with a bottom region of the shell near a wearer's mouth and nose. The removable intake duct is connected to a remote positive pressure source at one end and connected to the external intake passage on the other end. The removable exhaust duct is connected to a remote source of negative pressure at one end and connected to the external exhaust passage of the external manifold on the other end.

Abstract: An article of protective apparel for placement on and protection of a portion of the body of a user includes a protective shell and bi-directional device that receives a first and second line that each extend to the shell. Rotation of a control handle of the bi-directional device causes portions of the lines to be drawn into the device, thereby tightening the protective shell about the user. Optionally, the article is a helmet for having an adjustable chin strap that is capable of being tightened by manual rotation of the control handle of the device. Optionally, the article of protective apparel is capable of being loosened by manual positioning of the control handle into a release position.

Abstract: A hard hat with radio frequency communication includes a hat body and a vibrator carried by the hat body. A transceiver for receiving and transmitting radio frequency signals is connected to a processor. The transceiver and the processor are carried by the hat body. The processor is programmed to activate the vibrator to notify a wearer of a radio frequency signal received by the transceiver and to transmit an acknowledgement signal via the transceiver. A power source is carried by the hard hat for powering the vibrator, the transceiver and the processor.

Abstract: A mask is described herein that uses correlated magnets which enable a person to easily secure and remove the mask to and from their head. Some examples of such a mask include a scuba mask, a welding mask, a fencing mask, a goalie mask, a paint mask, a paintball mask, a catcher's mask, a ski mask, a goalie mask, an oxygen mask, a surgical mask, a face shield, a filter mask, a theatrical mask, a costume mask, a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask.

Abstract: This invention relates to a helmet, comprising an external shell (9) and an impact-absorbing helmet liner (10) in which the helmet liner comprises a layer provided with protruding, deformable and impact-absorbing hollow knobs (7) distributed on an substantial part of the surface of the helmet liner as a protective layer. The helmet is characterized in that the hollow knots (7) are arranged for deformation by crushing in case of external impact on the helmet, and that the helmet liner (10) with the hollow knots (7) exhibits undercut. The helmet may also comprise an impact-absorbing and preferably resilient layer (2) which may be arranged between the external shell (9) and an internal lining (11) being arranged to rest in contact with the head of a user.

Abstract: A system of modular, detachable cushions having surfaces containing hook and/or loop fasteners that fasten to mating loop, open weave or hook surfaces to define adjustable, conformal contoured support surfaces at user contact surfaces and appliances producing fatigue and/or abrasion (e.g. automotive seats, chairs, compartment walls, desks, footwear, helmets, tools etc.). The cushions can include air, elastomer, fabric, fiber, foam, liquid, gel, and/or rubber cushioning materials or combinations thereof arranged in envelopes, pads, cavities or tiered assemblies. The cushions include surfaces fitted with one or more layers of cushioning materials or envelopes of cushioning material and one or more regions of fastener materials that mate with interconnecting fasteners at the contact surface or appliance.

Abstract: A helmet blastometer for characterizing the direction, speed, magnitude, and duration of a blast event to determine the likelihood of blast-induced traumatic brain injury (biTBI). A set of external sensors, each having one or more time of arrival (TOA) gages, is mounted at various positions on a rigid outer shell of the helmet. Each external sensor includes a first TOA gage that produces a TOA signal in response to a fast rising blast induced positive pressure change above a predetermined threshold. These positive pressure change TOA signals are received by a receiver and analyzed to determine direction, speed, and magnitude of a blast. At least one of the external sensors may also include a second TOA gauge that produces a TOA signal in response to a negative pressure change below a predetermined threshold. The positive and negative pressure change TOA signals from the same external sensor are used by the receiver processor to determine blast duration.

Abstract: A safety helmet provides toxic gas monitoring in the field of vision of the helmet user. The safety helmet includes a gas-measuring device of modular design. The safety helmet has a sensor module (5) positioned in the field of vision of the helmet user.

Abstract: According to one embodiment of the invention, a helmet attachment system is provided. The system includes a helmet. The system also includes a platform coupled to the helmet. The platform has a length, a width, and a thickness. The platform is configured to allow a device to be coupled to the helmet.

Abstract: An adjustment mechanism for a helmet. A first sliding surface is defined in a first portion of the helmet and includes an opening. A second sliding surface is defined in a second portion of the helmet. Two spaced apart arms extend from the second sliding surface. The first and second sliding surfaces are in sliding engagement with one another with the arms sliding within the opening. A lever is pivotally connected to the first portion in proximity of the opening and pivotable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The lever has a series of regularly spaced apart parallel teeth which in the locked position protrude through the opening with at least a selected one of the teeth being engageable between the two spaced apart arms to prevent the first and second sliding surfaces from sliding relative to one another.

Abstract: An eye protector (16) is provided for mounting to a protective helmet (10) of the type worn by a firefighter or other emergency worker. The protective helmet (10) has a brim (14), and the eye protector (16) includes a bracket (20) mounted to the brim (14), a first stop surface (38) carried on the bracket (20), an eye shield (18) attached to the bracket (20) for movement between a storage position extending along the brim (14) and a usage position extending downward from the brim (14) to shield the eye of the wearer, and a second stop surface (37) carried on the eye shield (18) and abutted against the first stop surface (38) with the eye shield (18) in the usage position to limit movement of the eye shield (18) beyond the usage position.

Abstract: An eye protector (16) is provided for mounting on a helmet (10) of the type worn by a firefighter or other emergency worker, the helmet having a brim (14) that projects forwardly and laterally from a lower part of a crown (12). The eye protector (16) includes a bracket (20) mounted to the brim (14), a pair of eye shields (18) movable between a storage position extending along the brim (14) and a usage position extending downward from the brim (14) to shield the eyes of the wearer, and a pair of hinges (22) to connect the eye shields (18) to the bracket (20) for movement between the storage and usage positions.

Abstract: Low-shrinkage chitosan films containing sugars and laminates made from the films are provided. The films and laminates can be used to make a variety of finished articles that can be used to provide protection from hazardous chemical and biological agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a head gear. The object of the invention is to increase the functionality of the head gear concerning playing and security features. To achieve said object the head gear comprises a whistle attached to it.

Abstract: Safety clothing (1) for persons in dangerous situations is provided including at least one device (3) for generating light and/or at least one device for generating sound and/or at least one mechanical device for generating a warning stimulus, which is perceptible by the person, an interface (5) for generating data or signals with a gas-measuring device (12) and a power supply device (9) for supplying the at least one device (3) and/or the interface with power. The features are in functional connection with one another, for optically and/or acoustically and/or mechanically warning the person when at least one limit value of a harmful gas is exceeded or in case of at least one implausible measured value of the air detected by the gas-measuring device (12).

Abstract: A system for supplying and carrying air into the interior lens of a closed mask, helmet or goggle for the purpose of removing accumulated precipitation from the mask lens consisting of a battery powered air pump or aerator of any size or type which removably attaches to a person or a mask, helmet or goggle by a clip or other type of fastener which may be carried within a vest, belt pouch or on a belt pouch or on a belt or other form of carrying device or casing, or which may be build in as an integral part of a mask, helmet or goggle whereby air is carried from said pump through a single or multiple lines(s) of flexible plastic, vinyl or other type of flexible tubing or molded tubing which can be detached, or broken into two pieces, by a disconnect piece/connector (a quick disconnect piece) and whereby said tubing communicates between the pump outlet and the interior of the mask, helmet or goggle and air is directed onto the lens of the mask, helmet or goggle through some type of air inlet adapter, or air dir

Abstract: A shock balance controller is described, including a support structure configured to support the shock balance controller, the support structure having a chamber including a port disposed in a side of the chamber, the port providing an opening to a housing, and a bladder coupled to the housing, the bladder being filled with a first material configured to receive pressure from a shock, wherein the first material, when receiving the shock pushes a first piston that compresses a spring disposed in the housing, the spring pushing a second piston that increases the pressure of a second material stored in the chamber. A shock balance controller may also include a structure configured to support the shock balance controller, the structure having a chamber, a port, and a housing assembly, and a bladder coupled to the structure using the housing assembly, the bladder and housing assembly being configured to transfer energy between the bladder and the chamber.

Abstract: A safety helmet with molded and imbedded LED in its shell, designed and arranged in a manner to provide visual recognition and/or identification of the wearer in an unsafe, hazardous or hostile environment. The helmet is intended for recreational (i.e., cyclist, hikers, cave explorers, etc), professional (i.e., firefighters, special police operations, underground infrastructure tasks, etc.) and military operations. The LED safety lighting system may be powered by either AA, AAA, LR2032, 9-Volt, or any other electrochemical device, i.e., dry cell or lithium-ion battery combination, mounted within or without the helmet shell; and may be manually and/or automatically activated.

Abstract: A head worn apparatus that is configured to attach to and securely position one or more devices. The head worn apparatus is made of an inelastic and rigid material that provides for secure positioning of one or more attached devices, and further provides for improved comfort with respect to increased air ventilation along the outer surface of the head of the wearer, and with respect to increased flexibility at particular locations of the apparatus along the contour of the head of the wearer. The improved air ventilation and flexibility are provided by voids that are configured to occupy a substantial area of portions of the apparatus, as it is worn along the outer surface of the head of the wearer.

Abstract: A protective insert adapted to convert a standard baseball cap into a protective head guard, while maintaining the cap's desired attributes, such as comfort and stability. The protective insert of the present invention in combination with a baseball cap, not only protects a wearer from head injuries caused by impact force, but also has the attributes of stability, light weight and comfort so that it may be worn for extended periods during more intense activity than conventional baseball helmets.

Abstract: This invention is to obtain a targeted traveling-window channeling-off function irrelevant to respective intrinsic driving postures of a helmet wearer, a speed of vehicles and the like. Helmets A, B, C include straightening members which relate to the holding of the stability of the helmets during traveling. The straightening members are provided in a state that a position of the straightening members is adjustable in a fore-and-aft direction or an angle of straightening surfaces which face a traveling window in an opposed manner is adjustable corresponding to various intrinsic driving postures of a helmet wearer and a speed of vehicles.

Abstract: A safe protective sports helmet is provided which includes a hat body, the hat body is provided therein with a circle of a head encircling element, and is provided rotatably thereon with a rotatable adjusting button. The head encircling elements and the rotatable adjusting button are movably connected with each other. By rotating the rotatable adjusting button, the head encircling elements can be adjusted to fit the head size of a user.

Abstract: The present invention describes a corrective headgear for treating infants having abnormal head shape or torticollis. In an embodiment, the headgear comprises a protective shell having a curvilinear surface, wherein the curvilinear surface is positioned to overlie at least a portion of the cranium of an infant, to thereby prevent the infant from resting its head on the regions of the skull underneath the surface of the shell. In an embodiment, the headgear comprises a cloth cap that wraps around the shell to position the shell on the infant's head. Also in an embodiment, the shell comprise a convex protrusion positioned on the shell to prevent the infant from resting its head on regions of the skull protected by the headgear.

Abstract: A protective element to be disposed adjacent an edge of an object such as a hat. The protective element may include one or more of a phosphor and an insect repellant.

Abstract: Apparatus 10 discloses a cranial orthosis for treating cranial deformities in infants. The device 10 conforms to the contour of an infant's head 18 and is used to correct positional plagiocephaly by redirecting the compressive forces that would otherwise be imposed on soft, compliant areas of the developing cranium. The device 10 is comprised of a frame member 12 housing having front 14 and rear 16 pads incorporating means for adjusting pressure 24 thereon. The cranial orthosis 10 has at least one removable panel 44 for relieving pressure during nighttime use. Alternate embodiments disclose devices having three pads 14, 54 in either an “X” or “Y” configuration.

Abstract: A holding device for a respiratory mask, especially for use in the field of sleep medicine, includes a headband which, in an application position, extends from the forehead area of the patient to behind the ear area of the patient, whereby the headband is provided with a flexible reinforcing insert for reinforcing the headband in a lateral direction. This makes it advantageously possible to provide the mask retention forces, which are necessary for reliably applying a respiratory mask, in a manner that is very compatible with regard to ergonomics.

Abstract: A kit containing infant hair protection devices which minimize hair loss and scalp irritation resulting from friction with materials contacting an infant's head, especially the back of an infant's head, is disclosed. The devices are configured for use with commonly used infant apparatuses, such as cribs, bassinets, car seats, bouncers, high chairs, strollers.

Abstract: The invention relates to an integral helmet comprising a shock resistant helmet shell (1) which covers the top part of the head to the neck and the ear area of a user, defines a visor opening (3) at lower and top edges and is complimented by the chin area defining the lower side of the visor opening in such a way that a slip opening (19) which totally encompasses the neck of the helmet user is formed, wherein the chin area is connected to the helmet shell (1) which upwardly pivots around a horizontal axis of rotation for enlarging the slip opening (19). The aim of said invention is to develop a light identically safe helmet. For this purpose, the chin area comprises a chin element (8) which is connected to a lateral area (4) of the shell (1) in such a way that it is pivotable around a rotatable joint having a substantially horizontal axis in order to increase the slip opening (19).

Abstract: A head-positioning aid for treating or preventing plagiocephaly and torticollis is formed of a soft, compliant beanie-style cap. A soft and pliable deflector is attached to the beanie cap and extends downward from near the apex to near the lower edge of the cap. The cap is applied on an infant's head in an orientation to place the deflector at any required position about the circumference of the head. The cap and deflector are united by themed indicia designed to bring family acceptance of the cap to promote acceptance and thereby support long term usage, as may be required.

Abstract: The present invention describes chemical protective enclosure comprising a waterproof outer surface comprising an impermeable portion and an air diffusive portion, and further comprising a chemically adsorptive material substantially adjacent the air diffusive portion, wherein there is sufficient diffusion of breathable air into the chemical protective enclosure to sustain life.

Abstract: A protective hood is provided for protecting a wearer's head from environmental elements. The protective hood includes a hood body having a cap section positioned to fit over a top of the wearer's head, side sections positioned to hang adjacent sides of the wearer's head, and a back section positioned to hang adjacent a back of the wearer's head. The hood body includes a channel extending along at least a portion of the cap section and/or at least a portion of the side and back sections. A transparent face member is held by the hood body. An adjustable head harness assembly is held by the hood body. The adjustable head harness assembly includes an elastic member extending through the channel for securing the hood body on the wearer's head.

Abstract: A personal protection system is provided for creating a sterile barrier between a user and an external environment. The personal protection system includes a head unit having a ventilation unit with a fan for distributing air to the user. The personal protection system also provides a protective covering draped over the head unit. The protective covering includes a flaccid shroud and a transparent face shield mounted to the flaccid shroud. The face shield is mounted to the head unit using a plurality of mounting elements. The face shield is mounted such that a top portion of the face shield has a larger radius of curvature when mounted that a bottom portion of the face shield. This reduces the glare directed toward the user. A control panel for the ventilation unit is also provided on a chin bar of the head unit for easy access by the user.

Abstract: A protective hood is provided for protecting a wearer's head from environmental elements. The protective hood includes a hood body having a cap section positioned to fit over a top of the wearer's head, side sections positioned to hang adjacent sides of the wearer's head, and a back section positioned to hang adjacent a back of the wearer's head. The hood body defines an interior space for receiving the wearer's head. An outlet is provided for exhausting gas from the interior space of the hood body. The outlet includes a channel defined by first and second portions of the hood body. The channel is in fluid communication with the interior space and includes an open end portion in fluid communication with the environment for exhausting gas from the channel into the environment.

Abstract: A head covering and insignia display assembly is structured in a sports helmet configuration and includes at least one insignia representative of a sports team. More in particular, the head covering assembly is constructed of a foldable material to facilitate transport and, additionally, the foldable material is structured to be weather resistant to at least partially protect the user from the elements, such as cold and/or precipitation. The head covering and insignia display assembly may include one or more auxiliary members such as, for example, a chin strap, a neckpiece, a face mask, and/or a visor. Further, an auxiliary accessory such as an audio or visual communication device and/or an illumination device may be incorporated in a cooperative and operational association with the head covering and insignia display assembly.

Abstract: An improved respiratory protective mask providing for several novelty features. In some embodiments a sealing member is provided with a skin contacting facet including a multiplicity of protruding ridges. In some embodiments a multi stage valve assembly is provided for blocking of intake of unfiltered ambient air. The valve contains two serially disposed valves defining a cavity. The cavity blocks residual amount of ambient air. In some embodiments a protective hood is provided, made of a modified fabric which enables aeration and dehumidification.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to dressings, such as patches and bandages, and other devices and systems that deliver nitric oxide.