Apparel – Guard or protector – Side impact torso protector
Reexamination Certificate
2006-12-19
2006-12-19
Lindsey, Rodney (Department: 3765)
Apparel
Guard or protector
Side impact torso protector
C002S455000, C002SDIG009, C340S573100
Reexamination Certificate
active
07150048
ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to active protective garments which are inconspicuously worn by an individual and which activate upon certain conditions being met. Activation causes inflation of regions of the active protective garment to provide padding and impact cushioning for the wearer. The invention is an active protective garment such as pair of shorts or pants, a jacket, a vest, underwear, and the like. The garments comprise multiple layers of material that constrain pockets or regions that are inflatable by a source of compressed gas or foam. The garments also comprise sensors to detect ballistic parameters such as acceleration, distance, relative acceleration, and rotation. The sensor information is used to determine whether activation is required. Detection and activation are accomplished in a very short time period in order to offer maximal protection for the individual wearing the garment. The system comprises a computer or logic controller that monitors the sensor data in real time and coordinates the information from all sensors. The system calculates velocity, distance, and rotational velocity. A rule-based system is used to detect a complex fall in progress and discriminate said fall in progress from the events of every day life. The pockets or inflatable regions of the garment protect the individual against falls and other impacts that may cause bone fracture or organ damage.
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Crockett & Crockett
Crockett, Esq. K. David
Lindsey Rodney
Syrengelas, Esq. Niky Economy
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