Abstract: Illuminated jewelry wearable as earrings, body rings, necklaces or the like includes a single or multiple light source(s) that cast, scrape, front light and otherwise illuminate the jewelry desired either incorporated there in or adjacently. Additional desirous effects may include body/skin illumination directly, indirectly, reflected or refracted. Light source(s) can include LED(s), chemo luminescence, incandescent, electro luminescent or other.

Abstract: Detachable cap lights including a cap assembly, an attaching assembly and a light assembly. The cap assembly includes a cap. The attaching assembly includes an attaching band. The light assembly includes a housing and lights. The attaching band is attached to a rear side of the cap. The attaching band includes a magnet on an exterior wall of the attaching band. The lights are embedded within the housing. The housing has a magnetic layer. The housing is attached to the magnet of the attaching band through the magnetic layer.

Abstract: A system and method for authenticating a face mask with a user for providing secure access to a user device whereby received on the user device is a request from the user to pair a user face mask having a pre-printed unique identifier with the user device for user authentication purposes. The user device captures an image of the pre-printed unique identifier on the user face mask so as to associate the captured image of the unique identifier with the user device. Afterwards, when the user requests access to the user device in a locked state, the user device is caused to capture of an image of the unique identifier affixed to the user face mask. The user device may further be caused to capture an image of at least a portion of the user's face to authenticate the captured unique identifier affixed to the user face mask with the captured portion of the user's face to verify the captured unique identifier and the captured portion of the user's face are associated with the user device.

Abstract: A cap including at least one panel and a brim having an opening in a shape of at least one of an advertisement, a logo, a design, a statement, a phrase, an emblem of a sports team, company, or organization.

Abstract: A bespoke protective sports helmet to be worn by a player engaged in a sporting activity is provided. The bespoke helmet includes i) systems and methods for acquiring, storing and processing a player's unique data, namely the player's anatomical features, where that player is to wear a protective sports helmet, (ii) for systems and methods of using the player's unique data to manufacture a protective sports helmet with a custom formed internal padding assembly that substantially corresponds to the player's unique data, and (iii) a protective sports helmet designed using the acquired and processed unique player's data and including the custom formed internal padding assembly that provides improved fit and comfort for the player. The system and method allows for the design and manufacture of a bespoke protective sports helmet that is purposely designed and manufactured to match the player's anatomical specifications.

Abstract: Disclosed is an article that allows for removable attachment of an adornment. The article has an inner layer of material and an outer layer of material. The outer layer of material is adjacent to an exterior surface of the inner layer of material, the outer layer forming an aperture around a first portion of the exterior surface of the inner layer. A coupling mechanism attaches the outer layer to the inner layer at an attachment location surrounding the aperture. A cavity adjacent to the aperture and between the inner layer and the outer layer receives the adornment for removable attachment of the adornment to the article.

Abstract: A workplace management system includes a wearable device and a cloud server. The wearable device includes a processing chip and a communication chip connected to the processing chip. The cloud server is in communication with the wearable device. The cloud server includes an operating module, a transceiver module, a storage module storing working mode data, and a processing module. The processing module is configured to apply a current working mode data from the working mode data stored in the storage module according to an instruction given by a user using the operation module, control the transceiver module to transmit the present working mode data in an electromagnetic form, control the transceiver module to receive a response message generated by the wearable device in response to the current working mode data, and control the transceiver module to transmit a call message according to the response message.

Abstract: The invention relates to a head covering such as a tiara having a display element attached thereon which may be easily interchanged by the user to increase the versatility of the head covering and allow the user to switch in display elements having varying shapes and sizes. The head coverings may be used by adults at sporting events and/or by children playing dress-up, for example.

Abstract: A biometric monitoring device and multiple carrying cases for same are provided. In some implementations, the case may be made from a flexible viscoelastic material and the biometric monitoring device may be slipped into a receptacle in the case through an opening in the case; the opening may become distended during the insertion of the biometric monitoring device. In some implementations, the case may feature a display window that, in combination with materials of the biometric monitoring device, may mask a display of the biometric monitoring device from view when the display is off and may allow the display to be seen when the display is displaying content.

Abstract: A protective helmet of a type worn by a firefighter or by an emergency worker, wherein the protective helmet is equipped with a mounting device, by which a badge having a front face bearing indicia is mounted to the protective helmet. The mounting device comprises a fitment, which is mounted to the protective helmet and which has a recess opening downwardly and receiving an upper portion of the badge, the upper portion comprising an upper end of the badge. The mounting device comprises a blade, which is mounted to the protective helmet and which has a portion extending upwardly along a back face of the badge as far as the upper edge of the badge, or farther. The badge may be predominantly made of leather. The blade is a leaf spring, which biases the badge frontwardly.

Abstract: An illuminated headgear (10), with an energy absorbing support structure (11), operationally coupled to an outer shell (12), with illuminated graphical display units, containing graphical representations that are illuminated by lights (25a-25f) energized in a timed mode of operation, the illuminated graphical displays being integrated with the outer shell and supported by the window instead of disposed in the supporting structure (11), and further comprising graphical support membrane (82), enabling individuals to make and apply their own unique graphical representations to light-transmissive windows (13, 14) in the generally opaque outer shell (12).

Abstract: A magnetic license protection and tagging device includes a main body with at least one magnet. The main body has a first pocket for holding at least one of a license and a tag. The main body is foldable between an open position and a closed position. The at least one magnet is connected to the main body, and selectively militates against the main body moving from the closed position to the open position. The magnetic license protection and tagging device may be secured to a game animal by magnetic attraction. The magnetic license protection and tagging device is used to appropriately tag the game animal in compliance with hunting laws.

Abstract: A device for displaying a recognition award includes a hard hat having a pocket, a detachable connected holder to be placed in the pocket and a personnel unit adapted to display the recognition award and adapted to be positioned in the detachedly connected holder. The device is used as a recognition award or personnel identification unit to be retained within a detachedly connected holder.

Abstract: An article, such as a towel, having an opening to secure a twirling mechanism thereto. The twirling mechanism having a handle extending from a bottom portion thereof and having a mechanism to permit rotating of the handle with respect to the fabric-article, such that the fabric article is capable of twirling around the twirling mechanism. The twirling mechanism may in other embodiments include noise maker when the handle is rotated.

Abstract: An illuminated headgear (10), with an energy absorbing support structure (11), operationally coupled to an outer shell (12), with illuminated graphical lighting displays, containing graphical representations that are illuminated by lights (25a-25f), the lighting displays being integrated with the outer shell instead of being supported on the supporting structure (11), and further comprising graphical support membrane (82), enabling individuals to make and apply their own unique graphical representations to light-transmissive windows (13, 14) in the generally opaque outer shell (12).

Abstract: The safety device 10 is in the form of a rectangular sheet of stiff plastic material including a display surface 12 which can be printed upon to display information 14 to remind a worker of their home life. The information may include a photograph 18 of a family member, along with a message 16 from the family member, such as “Work Safe Please Dad”. In use in a typical work-site environment, the device 10 may be affixed to the inside of a worker's safety hat such that the information 14 is readily available to provide workers with a link reminding them of their home life. Thus, the information may be readily utilised to provide a compelling reason for the workers to remain mindful of workplace safety issues.

Abstract: A cap for providing a distinctive appearance for a person includes a head cover being positionable over a portion of a head of a person. A bill is coupled to the head cover and extends outwardly from the head cover to shade eyes of the person. A band is removably positioned on an exterior surface of the head cover. The band is positioned adjacent and coextensive with a bottom edge of the head cover. The band includes a loop portion and a single raised section spaced from the exterior surface. The band extends upwardly from the bottom edge of the head cover and above the bill. The raised portion is adjustable to adjust a length of the loop portion to frictionally engage the head cover. At least one decorative item is insertable through the raised section.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved article of head apparel having a means for displaying at least one object. The article of head apparel in its wearable state is comprised of a display object housed in an object display module, fitted to the article of head apparel. In one embodiment there is provided an article of head apparel having removably attachable object display modules which enable the user to easily customize the unit. Another embodiment includes the means for permanently attaching an object display module to the article of head apparel. Other embodiments enable an article of head apparel with the capability of accepting and displaying more than one object display module.

Abstract: A baseball cap with a programmable tight emitting diode screen attached to the crown of the headgear. The sign would display the desired message either preprogrammed or input directly by the wearer.

Abstract: An illuminated headgear (10), with an energy absorbing support structure (11), operationally coupled to an outer shell (12), with illuminated graphical light displays, containing graphical representations that are illuminated by lights (25a-25f) flashing in a timed mode of operation, the lighting displays being integrated with the outer shell instead of disposed in the supporting structure (11), and further comprising graphical support membrane (82), enabling individuals to make and apply their own unique graphical representations to light-transmissive windows (13, 14) in the generally opaque outer shell (12).

Abstract: A sports fan helmet has a one-piece molded plastic shell and rear projecting brim providing for an appearance during usage that a user is wearing a conventional baseball helmet backwards. The helmet includes an impact absorbing liner disposed inside the shell and provides for a minimum impact shock attenuation. It is configured to allow the user to appear during usage that such user is wearing the helmet backwards. A logo is placed on the outside rear surface of the shell above the rear projecting brim, and reinforces the appearance that the user is wearing such helmet backwards.

Abstract: A billed hat having a writing material such as paper attached to the bill by tacky adhesive. The note paper, card stock or the like may be instantly removed and inserted into any other billed hat, even billed hats lacking any structures such as clips or studs, as the adhesive alone is sufficient to hold the writing material onto the hat. The writing material may be generally shaped and sized like the bill of a hat, with a rounded top and a width similar to that of the hat bill width. The adhesive is preferably a tacky one, allowing one note paper to be removed and emplaced in multiple different places not limited to hats.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a functional cap that is provided with a holder adapted to be attached to a cap body, the holder having a given shape like a square, oval, round, and triangle, with a plurality of ventilating holes or without having any ventilating holes formed thereon, such that a plate having a character formed of a specific picture or letter is detachably mounted to the holder of the cap body. The plate of the present invention has a specific character recognized by naked eyes like a specific letter or picture formed on one surface thereof, and the plate can be detachably mounted to the holder by an external force applied by a wearer. Therefore, the functional cap of the present invention can be utilized for advertising specific organizations or groups when the plate is exchanged for their purpose.

Abstract: The method of providing for rapid identification of personnel attending surgery for enhancing surgical or surgical related procedure efficiency, that includes providing a surgical related item selected from one or more of the following: a disposable lightweight face mask, a disposable lightweight cap, or a disposable lightweight gown; the provision of that item including fabricating a label integrated into the item, to face outwardly; at or close to the time of surgery writing the item wearer's identification on the label; the above steps effected to allow persons in the surgical procedure area to instantly visually observe that identification, during surgery, to enable the wearer's quick summoned assistance to the surgeon, in aid of such procedure.

Abstract: A bi-directional information card holder that can hold one or more differently sized information cards in both the landscape and portrait orientation. In some embodiments the card holder is permanently attached to either a hardhat or a soft hat. In some embodiments, the cardholder is connected with a hardhat through a curve. In other embodiments the card holder is removeably attached to either a hardhat or a soft hat. In some embodiments, there is a clear, rigid protective plate that covers and protects the information card.

Abstract: An emergency information system for a helmet for providing first attenders, paramedics and police emergency with emergency contact and medical information in the event a user is involved in an accident. The emergency information system includes an information carrier attachable to or inserted into a safety helmet. The information carrier can be a waterproof information card or an electronic information carrier, such as flash-memory device. With the use of an electronic information carrier a computer system is available to either read or write emergency contact and medical information or other such information to the carrier. The emergency information system further can include reflective elements to increase visibility of the wearer to other road users in low-light conditions.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the invention provide a headgear, such as a hat or visor, that includes a top portion, a sidewall extending downwardly from the top portion, and a design element attached to and spaced apart from the sidewall. The design element has a front surface and a back surface. The back surface of the design element is adjacent, spaced apart from, and co-facing the sidewall, and the front surface of the design element faces outwardly from the sidewall. In one embodiment, the design element is spaced apart from the sidewall using one or more rods that project from the sidewall. According to various embodiments, the design element may comprise a logo, one or more letters, one or more words, or one or more numbers.

Abstract: An article of clothing insert system which has a perimeter mounting member which is configured to have inserts be positioned therein and mounted on articles of clothing. The inserts can be replaceable by way of positioning therein an annular recess portion.

Abstract: A method of advertising comprising providing a sheet of advertising material having a front surface, front surface having advertising information thereon. The method also includes providing a sporting helmet having a head accepting portion and a facemask and connecting the sheet of advertising material to the sporting helmet such that at least a portion of the sheet of advertising material covers the facemask. The method could alternatively include providing headwear comprising a head accepting portion and applying the sheet of advertising material having adhesive on less then the entire rear surface thereof to the headwear. In another alternative, the method could include providing a vehicle having a rear bumper and applying the sheet of advertising material having adhesive on less then the entire rear surface thereof to the vehicle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide a wearable hat that contains an interchangeable advertising media location positioned on an exterior portion thereof. The interchangeable advertising media location is generally configured to receive an advertising media logo that may be quickly and easily removed and replaced with a different advertising media logo. The respective advertising media logos may be removable secured to the advertising media location via magnetic securing means, Velcro®, or other means of removably securing an advertising object to an article of clothing.

Abstract: The method entails disposing advertising on a cover of an apparatus for hands-free holding of an article to a hat that has a substantially stiff lower clamp with a shape contoured to match a hat and two planar surfaces to provide grip support integral with the first planar surface, a substantially stiff upper clamp with engaging two arms integrally secured to the first planar surface, wherein the inner arm slides inside the crown alongside the head of the user, the other side inside of the crown, and wherein the outer arm that is substantially parallel to the inner arm and spaced enough from the inner arm to attach removably to the crown; a spring fixedly secured to the base of the outer arm and extending away from the base substantially parallel to and to secure removably an article; and a soft outer clamp secured to the spring for additionally holding the article.

Abstract: A visor construction with inverted display material for enabling the visor to be worn of a head of a wearer in an upside down orientation while providing an upright disposition of display material. The visor has a header panel with a first, outwardly facing surface and a second surface for being disposed adjacent to the head of the wearer. An arcuate bill is fixed to the header projecting transversely from the first, outwardly facing surface of the header panel. A strap, resiliently deflectable legs, or any other appropriate arrangements can be employed to retain the header panel and the arcuate bill relative to the wearer's head. Display material is oriented oppositely to the visor construction thereby enabling the visor construction to be worn upside down while retaining the display material in an upright orientation.

Abstract: A brim or visor for hats is described which includes a brim cover and a brim insert securely affixed within the brim cover. The brim cover comprises an upper sheet having an image printed to one side thereof; and a lower sheet attached to the upper sheet to form a pocket adapted to receive the brim insert. The brim insert is securely affixed within the pocket such that the image printed on the upper sheet lays substantially flat over the brim insert.

Abstract: A maintenance-free cap that is stylish and appeals to the fashion conscious user. Such a cap will be made from a thin plastic sheet or band, have a fitment layer disposed on its inner surface, and a comfort layer disposed over the fitment layer. The plastic sheet will resist the formation of stress marks and fractures when subject to bending or crushing. Interchangeable logos may be affixed to any surface of the plastic sheet or band.

Abstract: An assembly for exhibiting displays, such as logos, fanciful designs or messages on a clothing apparel. The assembly includes an appliqué having a flexible front layer provided with an opening and a back layer affixed to and extending across the opening of the front layer. The assembly further includes a rigid display securely positioned within the opening of the appliqué. The assembly can be attached to clothing apparel, including a cap and visor by stitching or sewing the appliqué to the clothing apparel. A headgear having an assembly exhibiting a display is also provided.

Abstract: A device is provided for attachment to the existing snap portions on a helmet such as a motorcycle helmet. Design elements are presented on a display member, and in some embodiments the display member extends across several helmet snap portions. One embodiment incorporates helmet accessories, such as visors, while still providing the outward presentation of the design elements on the display member.

Abstract: A marker for attachment to a helmet head covering or the like of a friendly force member, and more particularly to an on-the-go hand securable marker having at least one extension with a retaining head for inserting into a hole in the uniform with the retaining head sufficiently rigid to prevent withdrawal therefrom under field conditions with the marker having a limited wavelength reflective surface thereon to enable a person observing under nighttime conditions to determine if a person is a friendly force member by the presence of reflections of electromagnetic radiation from the marker on the friendly force member. If field conditions change one can quickly remove the marker and replace the marker with conventional camouflage materials.

Abstract: A golf accessory clip is provided with a garment fastener that clips onto a golf garment, such as the bill of a golf hat or the edge of a golf shirt. The golf accessory clip is provided with a shield portion that is rotatable relative to a mounting base. The shield portion bears a surface embellishment which may be considered to have a top and a bottom for purposes of viewing. By providing a rotatable connection between the shield and the mounting base, the golf accessory clip may be utilized in a wide variety of ways and clipped onto many different golf garments while still allowing the shield to be oriented and reoriented so that the surface embellishment thereon is always right side up. The coupling between the underside of the shield and the mounting structure on the garment fastener is preferably formed as a dovetail connection that permits rotation of the shield relative to the fastener, but which holds the shield and fastener coupled together.

Abstract: An ornament display device configured to be mounted on a button or similar shaped member found on the top of conventional hats or the like. The display device of the present invention includes a base configured to be releasably mounted over the button, a flexible stem mounted on the top of the base and extending upwardly, and an ornament or signage member mounted on the upper end of the stem. The device of the present invention permits the ornament or signage member to be removably mounted on a convention athletic hat or cap in a highly visible manner attracting attention to the displayed ornament.

Abstract: A display assembly for placement on an apparel is provided. The assembly includes a flexible layer for placement against the apparel. The assembly further includes a display having pliable extension for penetrating across the flexible layer to securely position the display on the flexible layer. The assembly can be attached to the apparel, including a cap and visor by stitching or sewing the flexible layer to the apparel. A headgear having an assembly exhibiting a display is also provided.

Abstract: A curved cap bill shaper has binding tabs at each end compression fitting the side edges of a cap bill and imparting a desired curvature to the cap bill. Mating curved arms hinged to the bill shaper may adjustably interlock below the cap bill sandwiching it therebetween. Protruding points from the bill shaper and the arms may pierce or indent the cap bill. Indicia may be placed on a top surface of the bill shaper which covers or partly covers the cap bill.

Abstract: A 3-dimensional map for ski areas or other such regions is provided. The map is preferably constructed of flexible latex rubber or other suitable material with “memory” that may be repeatedly unfolded or unrolled and expanded to display the contours of the area and folded up again for convenient storage and/or transport when not in use. The surface of the map is painted, printed or otherwise formed to show pertinent information to visitors of an area. The flexible map may also be embodied in hat or cap designs as a novelty.

Abstract: A headgear and method for exhibiting displays, such as company logos, special events, messages, or just general advertisement on the bill of the headgear are provided. The bill can be made from a flexible material sufficiently pliable to permit a display to be embroidered or sewn therethrough, while permitting the bill to maintain its shape. The headgear further includes a resilient headband for engagement against the sides of the head of a user.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lightweight protective ear guard which relies on an outer air cushion created between a semi-rigid inner shell and a resilient outer shell to provide a multi-level degree of shock absorbency and protection for the ears. The wearable structures comprising a pair of ear guards connected by a plurality of adjustable strap members are provided for particular use by wrestlers to protect their ears from injury due to contact with wrestling surface and other wrestlers.

Abstract: The present invention provides an economical process for forming a plastic integral product having a protected advertising surface and the resulting product which contains an indicia or imprint which is completely protected from the possibility of damage. The product has an interior liner and an exterior integral transparent or translucent layer to allow unimpeded viewing of any imprint placed on the exterior of the liner. Furthermore, the product provides an attractive, completely integral product having a protected advertising surface. An example of the integral product is in the form of a tumbler, a mug, a cup, a coaster, a coin dish or the like.

Abstract: A headgear and method for exhibiting displays, such as company logos, special events, messages, or just general advertisement on the bill of the headgear are provided. The bill, generally made from a stiff material, can be provided with a flexible and pliable insert to permit a display to be embroidered or sewn therethrough, while permitting the bill to maintain its shape.

Abstract: A decorative element for a hat, designed to fit over an edge of a hat, in particular over a brim of a hat.

Abstract: The combination of a crown and first and second visor surfaces. The crown has an internal surface for engaging a wearer's head and an external surface with information thereon relating to a golf course. The first visor surface has information thereon relating to the golf course. The second visor surface has information thereon relating to the golf course that is different than the information on the first visor surface. The first and second visor surfaces are selectively interchangeably mounted to the crown so as to project angularly away from the external surface of the crown.

Abstract: A hat with a window at a transparent frame installed at the front edge thereof. By the orientation of the cover frame, the opening and closing of an opening can be controlled by the orientation of the cover frame so that the manufacturer or user may change patterns on the window rapidly, and thus the hat can present various styles.

Abstract: A baseball cap having distorted graphics applied to the upwardly facing surface of the cap's visor, wherein the graphics are distorted in such a manner as to compensate for perspective and become more easily readable when viewed from a particular viewing position, more particularly, a frontal viewing position. The graphics may be text or pictorial views, and are distorted in such a manner that the distortion compensates for the distortion that normally exists when the visor is viewed from the frontal position whereby the graphics are easier to read or understand when so viewed.