Apparel – Guard or protector – For wearer's head
Patent
1998-05-26
2000-01-04
Neas, Michael A.
Apparel
Guard or protector
For wearer's head
2422, 2425, 362105, 455 90, 455100, 455351, A42B 330
Patent
active
060095636
ABSTRACT:
A sports safety helmet includes two way radio communications and integral external lighting. The helmet is particularly well adapted for use in sailing, where head protection from swinging booms, heavy lines, and other components is desirable, and where unassisted voice communication can be difficult due to noise from wind, waves, and rigging of the boat. The present helmet is also of value in other activities where head protection is important, such as skiing, climbing, etc., and is of value in many occupations as well. The helmet is preferably configured to have smoothly rounded contours devoid of any protrusions, in order to preclude catching or snagging on rigging, tree branches, or other articles during use. The integrated lighting is of great assistance for night sailing, skiing, climbing, or other activities engaged in at night or periods of low lighting. A collar may also be provided, depending from the lower rear edge of the helmet, to protect the wearer from water spray. Preferably, the radio transmitter is voice activated for hands free operation, enabling a sailor, skier, climber, or other user to use both hands for their work. The radio transceiver and battery may be incorporated integrally into the helmet, or may be provided externally and connected to integral earphones and microphone by appropriate cords. Automatic activation and deactivation of the radio circuitry may be provided, thus precluding the radio being left on after removal of the helmet, and depleting any self contained battery power contained integrally with the helmet.
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1998 Catalog from the Hobie Company, describing a sailing helmet.
Swanson David A.
White Greg
Litman Richard C.
Neas Michael A.
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