Apparel – Head coverings – Combined with diverse article
Reexamination Certificate
2000-02-23
2001-02-13
Mohanty, Bibhu (Department: 3741)
Apparel
Head coverings
Combined with diverse article
C002S209120, C002S171200
Reexamination Certificate
active
06185750
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The invention relates to an apparatus that allows individuals to cool themselves. More particularly, the invention relates to an inexpensive and portable cooling device that allows individuals to remain cool while working in hot temperatures.
It is generally known that strenuous work in hot weather conditions can cause harmful effects on one's health. It is also known that a person's work efficiency is inversely impacted by temperature, since heat causes mental and physical fatigue. As a result, as the temperature in the workplace gets hotter, the productivity of the workers decreases. Unfortunately, it is difficult for people who work outdoors to keep themselves cool, while performing their work assignments.
There are occasions when one is required to perform physically strenuous work, which raises the body temperature and results in heavy perspiration that can cause dehydration. While it is possible to maintain cooler temperatures in an indoor workplace, it is difficult to ensure low temperatures while working outdoors.
Many people wear caps or wide-rim hats to shield themselves from direct sunlight while working outdoors. Unfortunately, head gear merely blocks direct contact of sunlight with one's skin, while failing to ensure cooler temperatures. Thus, it is desirable to provide a mechanism that allows people to keep themselves cool, while working in high temperatures.
While the prior art units may be suitable for the particular purpose employed, or for general use, they would not be as suitable for the purposes of the present invention as disclosed hereinafter.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the invention to provide an apparatus that allows a person to remain cool while working in high temperatures.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a portable cooling device that is easy to use and allows one to remain cool. Accordingly, the present invention provides a cooling device that comprises a pouch with ice stored therein. The cooling device has a pair of securement wings that are secured together around the user's neck, such that the cooling device provides a cool sensation to the upper portion of the user's body.
To the accomplishment of the above and related objects the invention may be embodied in the form illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Attention is called to the fact, however, that the drawings are illustrative only. Variations are contemplated as being part of the invention.
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