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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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08-03-2012 дата публикации

Scarf Caps

Номер: US20120054944A1
Автор: Shern Andrea Bonner
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention is a one piece stretch scarf, placed on the head with brim facing front. Excess fabric is pulled at the rear of the neckline, crossed, pulled and placed at the front of the cap. The entire head of an individual is covered allowing the hair to follow a direct course after the wrap is twisted, thus allowing the hair to main its style. The brim and scarf protects the head from the weather elements and covers the ears of an individual if needed.

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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Baseball Hat Protective Insert

Номер: US20120131731A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A baseball hat protective insert and a protective baseball hat containing the protective insert are disclosed. The protective insert is a unitary piece of unique shape and construction that is placed in the inside of a baseball hat to reduce, soften, and otherwise deflect and disperse blunt trauma to the head. The protective insert is comfortable to wear, lightweight and virtually unnoticeable to an observer.

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23-08-2012 дата публикации

Removable band for visor

Номер: US20120210493A1
Автор: Lynn Evans
Принадлежит: Lynn Evans

A removable band for a conventional sun visor is disclosed. The removable band allows a visor-wearer to customize their visor without having to permanently alter their visor. A non-damaging adhesive may be used to affix the removable band to the visor and may be reused multiple times. The removable band may have decorative elements such as colors, patterns, themes, logos, lettering, attachments, rhinestones or other attractive decorations.

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18-10-2012 дата публикации

Protective head guard

Номер: US20120260406A1
Автор: Cliff Zatz, Michael Green
Принадлежит: Individual

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.

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01-11-2012 дата публикации

User Wearable Animal Decoy

Номер: US20120272428A1
Автор: Mark Renner
Принадлежит: Individual

A user wearable animal decoy, to: provide the user with a wearable decoy, allow the user to move effortlessly through the game territory with ease and little difficulty, attract selected game to the user, and not interfere with the user's movement during operation of any equipment that is being operated by the user. There may be a decoy hat, designed to be worn by the user on their head, having a cavity, formed within the decoy hat, designed and shaped for placement of a top portion of the users head therein; a pair of horns, removably coupled to a top section of the decoy hat; a coloration patch, removably coupled to the decoy hat. There may be a decoy neck, positionally located proximate to the decoy hat, designed to be worn by the user to cover at least a portion of the face of the user to resemble a neck of the animal. There may be a decoy body, positionally located proximate to the decoy neck and separated from the decoy hat, designed to be worn by the user to cover at least a portion of the body of the user to resemble a body section of the animal.

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

MUSICAL BABY HAT WITH PORTABLE DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER

Номер: US20130074245A1
Автор: Cardi Clayre
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A portable digital audio player and hat system can include a volume limiting mechanism, or means for limiting volume. The digital audio play may be integrated in or with apparel such as a hat. The hat may include speakers that are located within or on the hat. The hat may be sized or configured for use by a child or infant. 1. A portable music system comprisinga portable music device; anda hat configured to hold the portable music device, wherein the hat comprises a pair of earflaps configured to hold a pair of earphones, respectively, of the portable music device.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the earphones are connected to the portable music device by respective wires.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the hat further comprises a pocket configured to hold the portable music device.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the portable music device is a digital audio device configured to play digital audio files.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the hat is configured for wearing by an infant.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the hat is configured for wearing by a child.7. A portable music system comprisingportable music means; anda hat configured to hold the portable music means, wherein the hat comprises a pair of earflaps configured to hold a pair of earphones or speakers, respectively, of the portable music means.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the earphones or speakers are connected to the portable music means by respective wires.9. The system of claim 7 , wherein the hat further comprises a pocket configured to hold the portable music means.10. The system of claim 7 , wherein the portable music means is a digital audio device configured to play digital audio files.11. The system of claim 7 , wherein the hat is configured for wearing by an infant.12. The system of claim 7 , wherein the hat is configured for wearing by a child. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Applications Ser. No. 61/343,503 filed on 30 Apr. 2010, the entire ...

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25-04-2013 дата публикации

FORM-FITTING PROTECTIVE HEADWEAR

Номер: US20130097767A1
Автор: Cleva Robert E.
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Provided is a protective headwear that includes a body, pocket band and plurality of protective inserts. The body has an opening and a crown, and is configured to fit a head of a person. The pocket band extends about the opening to the interior of the body and partially toward the crown being secured to the body by a base stitching about the opening. The pocket band is free floating from the base stitching with respect to the interior of the body and configured to fit the head of the person. The pocket band also includes a plurality of pockets disposed about the base stitching. The protective inserts are configured to be received into the pockets to provide a protective function to the head of the person. The protective inserts are disposed adjacently to one another about the pocket band and extend from the base stitching toward the crown. 1. A protective headwear , the headwear comprising:a body having an opening and a crown, the body configured to fit a head of a person;a pocket band extending about the opening to the interior of the body and partially toward the crown being secured to the body by a base stitching about the opening, the pocket band free floating from the base stitching with respect to the interior of the body and configured to fit the head of the person, the pocket band including a plurality of pockets disposed about the base stitching; anda plurality of protective inserts configured to be received into the plurality of pockets to provide a protective function to the head of the person, the protective inserts being disposed adjacently to one another about the pocket band and extending from the base stitching toward the crown.2. The protective headwear of claim 1 , wherein a cuff is monolithically formed from the body claim 1 , the cuff extending from and about the body and away from the crown claim 1 , wherein the cuff is configured to fold over the body.3. The protective headwear of claim 2 , wherein the pocket band is formed monolithically from ...

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09-05-2013 дата публикации

HAT WITH AUTOMATED SHUT-OFF FEATURE FOR ELECTRICAL DEVICES

Номер: US20130111651A1
Автор: Waters Michael
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Headgear is provided having one or more electrical devices, such as light sources mounted thereto. The headgear includes a power source for providing power to the electrical devices and a motion sensing device, such that any operating electrical devices are shut off if the hat does not move within a predetermined time period to conserve the life of the power source. In one form, the motion sensing device is operable to reset a shut-off timer when movement of the headgear is detected by the motion sensor so that the light sources, for example, are not turned off when the headgear is worn with the light sources turned on. In this manner, the shut-off timer is constantly being reset when the headgear is worn to keep the shut-off timer from timing out and turning the light sources off. 1. Headgear comprising:a head fitting portion;support structure extending forwardly from the head fitting portion;one or more electronic device mounted to the support structure;a power source mounted to one of the head fitting portion and the support structure for providing power to the one or more electronic devices;a switch device mounted to one of the head fitting portion and the support structure and configured to cycle the one or more electronic devices between on and off states upon actuation thereof; anda motion sensing device mounted to one of the head fitting portion and the support structure and coupled between the power source and the one or more electronic devices;wherein any of the one or more electronic devices in an on state are shut off in response to the motion sensing device not detecting motion for a predetermined period of time.2. The headgear of wherein the motion sensing device is a tilt switch device.3. The headgear of wherein the support structure comprises a brim portion having a brim insert with upper and lower coverings thereon; and the motion sensing device is mounted to the brim insert underneath one of the upper and lower coverings.4. The headgear of further ...

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Headwear

Номер: US20130117906A1
Принадлежит: HATS LIFE LIMITED

A bill or stiffening member for a bill for headwear such as a baseball cap, having first and second opposed surfaces and including a retaining means arranged to automatically retain the bill in either of a first curved state in which the first side of the bill is convex and the second side concave and a second, oppositely, curved state in which the first side is concave and the second side is convex when the bill it urged towards the first or second states respectively. The retaining means may be a curved, resilient, elongate member such as a rod The retaining means may be secured to a flexible sheet of material The sheet of material may also be resilient. 1. A bill for headwear , the bill having first and second opposed surfaces and comprising a bi-stable retaining means arranged to automatically retain the bill in either of a first curved state in which the first side of the bill is convex and the second side concave and a second , oppositely , curved state in which the first side is concave and the second side is convex when the bill is urged towards the first or second states respectively.2. A bill as claimed in wherein the retaining means comprises a curved elongate member.3. A bill as claimed in wherein the elongate member has a substantially circular cross-section.4. A bill as claimed in wherein the elongate member is resilient.5. A bill as claimed in wherein the elongate member is rotatably secured to the bill to enable it to rotate relative to the bill as the bill is urged between the first and second curved states.6. A bill as claimed in wherein the elongate member is secured to the body of a stiffening member comprised in the bill.7. A bill as claimed in wherein the elongate member is secured along an edge of the body of the stiffening member.8. A bill as claimed in wherein the elongate member is secured to the bill or body of the stiffening member by stitches.9. A bill as claimed in comprising two or more elongate members.10. Headwear comprising a bill ...

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE WHICH ALLOWS CHEMOTHERAPY PATIENTS TO STYLISHLY COVER THEIR HEADS AND GIVES THEM THE OPTION OF TURNING THE HEAD COVERING INTO A BALL

Номер: US20130125290A1
Автор: Schultz Christine
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A method and device which allows chemotherapy patients to stylishly cover their heads and gives them the option of turning the head covering into a ball. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. 1. A method of entertainment for individuals receiving chemotherapy and/or individuals receiving head operations and/or other medical patients and/or individuals who need to wear a head covering , comprising: a cap being configured for wearing as a head covering , said cap comprising a flexible material being configured for fitting the head of an individual and being configured for assuming a ball shape; at least two strings or straps being configured for fitting and securing said cap to the head of said individual; an opening being configured for receiving an inflatable balloon into said opening; said balloon being disposed in said cap and being configured for inflation; said head covering being further configured for assuming a substantially spherical shape of said balloon; and said head covering being further configured for converting said cap into a ball to entertain , said method comprising the following steps:locating said opening in said covering;holding said opening in a first hand;locating an end of said covering comprising a point on said covering which is furthest from said ...

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

HAT ACCESSORY

Номер: US20130125292A1
Принадлежит: CBW, Inc.

A hat accessory which may be used as a flight training aid for creating intentional vision restriction. The hat accessory is adapted to be readily attached to common baseball-style caps. The hat accessory includes a lower bill panel with an upper bill panel bonded to the lower bill panel along an arcuate bonding band. This configuration forms an envelope or pocket for receiving the cap bill. A pair of lateral wings can be provided which are bent in a downward direction to restrict peripheral vision. The hat accessory may be used for other applications including the display of commercial, political, or other messages. 1. A hat accessory for attachment to a baseball-style cap with an extending bill comprising:a first bill panel forming a panel surface; anda second bill panel affixed to the first bill panel along an arcuate attachment line forming a pocket for receiving the cap bill, one of the first or the second bill panel formed of a material being more flexible than that forming the other of the first or the second bill panel whereby the extending bill can be frictionally maintained in position within the pocket.2. The accessory according to wherein the first bill panel is formed of the material being more flexible than the second bill panel.3. The accessory according to wherein the first bill panel is positioned on an upper surface of the second bill panel.4. The accessory according to wherein the second bill panel is positioned on an upper surface of the first bill panel.5. The accessory according to wherein one of the first or second bill panels further comprises a pair of lateral wings which can extend downwardly about score lines to obscure vision of the wearer of the device.6. The accessory according to wherein one of the first or second bill panels further comprises a decorative extension.7. The accessory according to wherein one of the first or second bill panels further comprises the decorative extension forming a football styled helmet.8. The accessory ...

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

Sound muffling headwear

Номер: US20130133671A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A headband, cap, hat, or the like worn by a child, particularly an infant, includes an embedded sound-attenuation system to protect hearing against loud sounds that might startle, awaken, or injure a wearer. Shells formed of a comparatively soft and flexible elastomeric material are secured against the head of a user, each enclosing an ear in an air tight chamber, to close down the transmission paths available to sound waves. The shells are impervious to air, and flexible to conform to the head when secured by the headgear in which the shells are embedded. Each shell is provided with a rim, sufficiently flexible to deform and deflect into complete, sealed contact with the head.

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

Detasseling safety headwear

Номер: US20130145525A1
Автор: Marty Arenson, Noel Teves
Принадлежит: Marty Arenson, Noel Teves

The present invention is directed to a new and improved form of protective headwear that incorporates a shield composed of a strong, durable mesh material that protects the wearer from cuts, scratches, scrapes, and other injuries to the face, eyes, and/or neck. An embodiment of the present invention comprises an article of headwear having a shield securely or releasably attached to a portion of the headwear with the shield shaped and sized such that it covers a substantial portion of the wearer's face and/or neck.

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Cool cap

Номер: US20130152274A1
Автор: Welch Tammie Rosalee
Принадлежит: Berrie Green Accessories, LLC

A cap defines a cap body with a coolant reservoir. The cap is configured with side pockets that receive coolant packs; or the cap carries the coolant reservoir integrated into the cap structure. A cap configured as a swim cap protects and cools the user's hairdo in humid situations and carries a surface décor concealing the traditional austerity of a swim cap design. 1. A cooling cap , comprising:a cap body;a first coolant reservoir contained within said cap body; anda chemical characterized by high enthalpy of fusion contained within said coolant reservoir for, in use, cooling a user's head when the coolant is chilled and the user wears the cap.2. The cooling cap according to claim 1 , wherein:said cap body defines a plurality of peripheral pockets;at least one of said pockets extends from a base edge of the cap body to a dome thereof;said first coolant reservoir is sized to fit into at least one of said plurality of pockets;said cap further comprises a plurality of additional coolant reservoirs containing a chemical characterized by high enthalpy of fusion, sized to fit into additional pockets selected from said plurality of pockets;wherein at least one of said coolant reservoirs, selected from said first coolant reservoir and said additional coolant reservoirs, is sized to fit into said pocket extending from the base edge to the dome of the cap body;whereby the cooling cap is adapted, in use, to cool both the periphery and the dome of the user's head.3. The cooling cap according to claim 1 , wherein:said cap body is formed of an inner layer and an outer layer and defines said coolant reservoir there between; andsaid inner and outer layers of the cap body are formed of a waterproof material, such that the cooling cap is suitable for use as a bathing cap.4. The cooling cap according to claim 1 , wherein:said cap body is formed of a plurality of at least first and second panels combined at least at a first junction; andsaid first coolant reservoir is at least a ...

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27-06-2013 дата публикации

ACTIVE HEAD COVERING WITH MOVEABLE ELEMENT

Номер: US20130160188A1
Автор: Strong Finn Alexander
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A system and method for increasing customer interest in head coverings. A set of actuating components are coupled to moveable elements of an active head covering, the moveable elements respond to operation of an actuating mechanism in a side extension. 1. An active head covering , comprising:a head portion having an outside layer, an inside layer coupled to said outside layer, and a head cavity defined therebetween, said outside layer defining at least one aperture, a first lateral portion and a second lateral portion opposite of said first lateral portion;a side extension portion extending downwardly from one of said lateral portions, said side extension portion defining a side extension cavity communicated to said head cavity and a terminal portion having a terminal portion cavity; andan actuator assembly, including:a first actuating mechanism disposed within said terminal portion, said first actuating mechanism having a bulb defining a first actuating volume containing a first quantity of air, said bulb repeatably collapsible to expel a portion of said first quantity of air through a first actuating port of said bulb, said bulb automatically expanding to refill said first actuating volume;a first remote actuator having a pair of flexible layers sealed to form a non-deformable actuating balloon defining a second actuating volume accessible through a second actuating port, said first remote actuator having a fixed portion foldably coupled to a moving portion at a fold region with said moving portion at least partially overlapping said fixed portion defining a folded configuration, said fixed portion disposed inside said head cavity with said fold region and said moving portion both disposed outside of said cavity portion, said first remote actuator unfolding about said fold region from said folded configuration in response to air entering into said second actuating volume with said moving portion moving away from said fixed portion and said first remote actuator ...

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22-08-2013 дата публикации

Cap with improved ventilation

Номер: US20130212776A1
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention relates to a cap with improved ventilation, and more specifically, to a cap comprising: a visor provided at the front the cap to shield sunlight; and a crown formed to cover the head portion of a wearer in which a part of the lower end of the crown is coupled to the back front end of the visor, wherein a part of the lower end of the crown coupled to the visor has an openable/closable structure capable of being separated from the visor. Particularly, rotation portions are provided at the both left and right sides of the shield at which the visor is coupled to the lower end of the crown, a rotatable suspending member having predetermined length and width is provided in such a way that the both ends of the suspending member are fixed to both rotation portions, the lower end of the crown separated from the front end of the visor is coupled to the one side of the suspension member, and the suspension member rotates around the rotation portions, thereby enabling the front portion of the crown separated from the visor to be opened/closed. Therefore, a wearer opens the front portion of the crown coupled to the suspension member at any time to evaporate sweat generated on the head for cooling or to ventilate the head, thereby solving inconveniences while wearing a cap.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

HATS WITH CHANGEABLE ANTENNA TOPPERS

Номер: US20130227762A1
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A hat has a topper mount extending from a surface of the hat, where the topper mount can receive a topper, such as an antenna topper. In some embodiments, the invention relates to a hat having the topper mount and/or a topper. In some embodiments, the invention relates to a retrofit kit that may convert a conventional hat into a hat with a topper mount and topper. Once the mount is installed in the hat, the topper may be interchangeable. 1. A hat comprising:a topper mount extending from a top portion of the hat; anda topper adapted to be disposed on the topper mount.2. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the topper mount includes a topper base supporting a topper neck that extends through the top portion of the hat claim 1 , and a topper knob adapted to fit into a hole in the topper.3. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the topper mount is a hat button manufactured into the hat.4. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the topper mount is integrated into the hat.5. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the topper mount is removable from the hat.6. The hat of claim 5 , wherein the topper mount extends through a hole in the top portion of the hat.7. A hat conversion kit for converting a hat into a changeable antenna mount hat claim 5 , comprising:a topper mount operable to extend through a top portion of a hat; anda topper removable secured to an end of the topper mount.8. The hat of claim 7 , wherein the topper mount includes a topper base supporting a topper neck that extends through the top portion of the hat claim 7 , and a topper knob adapted to fit into a hole in the topper.9. The hat of claim 7 , wherein the topper mount is removable from the hat.10. The hat of claim 9 , wherein the topper mount extends through a hole in the top portion of the hat.10. A hat topper comprising:{'img': {'@id': 'CUSTOM-CHARACTER-00001', '@he': '7.53mm', '@wi': '135.93mm', '@file': 'US20130227762A1-20130905-P00999.TIF', '@alt': 'text missing or illegible when filed', '@img-content': 'character', '@img-format': ' ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

MILITARY HAT CONSTRUCTION

Номер: US20130232664A1
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A military or uniform hat comprising a frame having an annular headband and visor connected thereto. A stay is connected to the frame and extends outwardly, above the visor so as to at least partially define a frontal portion of the hat. The stay includes an elongated channel formed rearward of a front face of the stay and structured to enclose and support at least a portion of the length of a grommet used to support an at least partially configure a cover of the hat. The stay includes an at least partially smooth, substantially uninterrupted front surface and oppositely disposed open ends of the channel cooperatively configured to eliminate or significantly reduce the possibility of any unsightly deformations, protrusions, etc. observable on the portion of the cover overlying the stay and/or frontal portion of the military hat. 1. A military hat comprising:a frame including an annular headband and a visor connected to said headband, said visor extending outwardly from and at least partially defining a frontal portion of said frame,a stay connected to said frame and extending upwardly from said visor to further at least partially define said frontal portion of said frame,a grommet connected in supported relation to said stay and structured to support and at least partially configure a hat cover,said stay comprising an elongated channel formed on a rear face thereof and extending along and in adjacent relation to an outer periphery of said stay, said channel structured to support and enclose a portion of said grommet,said channel including oppositely disposed open ends and an at least partially closed configuration extending along the length thereof between said open ends, andeach of said open ends comprising a front end segment and a rear end segment; each front end segment recessed inwardly along the length of said channel relative to a corresponding rear end segment.2. A military hat as recited in wherein said stay comprises a front face having a substantially ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

System and Device for Active Hat

Номер: US20130254973A1
Автор: BAROCH HAREAL
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Present invention novelty is based on wearing an active hat on one's head, thus being able to activate, upon demand or in certain defined situations, opening or closing an object, operating or shutting off a visual presentation, when device controlling these actions is attached to the hat. Visual 2 or 3 dimensions presentation, or presentation using an electric screen, can be shown when device opens. The viewer will then be presented with, for example, electronic system, or an electric, or manual mechanism in motion, such as a 3-dimensions doll performing certain actions. Another possible application is appearance of a digital screen showing a picture, a motion picture or a demo, while hat is in open or closed position. 1. System and device enabled under the present invention , wherein , the system includes system and devices implementations attached to a hat that can be wear on the user head , and when system and device are installed as an integral part of the hat , or as a system enabled to be connected or to be removed from some hats , wherein , the system and device include the following components:A. The system and the device are attached, or integrated to some area on the hat still enabling to wear on the user head, wherein;B. In some parts of the hat, for example in the front, is an installation shaped in a shape of a door, that can be opened or shut at desired times or randomly, or can be controlled and operated by the user, or operates when an external event occurs, or stops, wherein;{'b': '2', 'C. When the door, in closed position hides a hollow space exist between the door and the hat, wherein, that space contains shapes, such as or 3-dimensions figurines, for example a doll, wherein;'}D. the shape, for example, a 3-dimensions doll, is attached to a mechanical system, electronic system, or a combination of these both, enabling in time of operating events, such as activation or deactivation of operation switch, to moves some of the system componnent, or to ...

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

HAT

Номер: US20130263357A1
Принадлежит: ABURNET LIMITED

Provided is a hat formed from a single piece of fabric. The single piece of fabric comprises parallel regions of fabric including first and second headband regions and at least one intermediate region. The headband regions are joined at their ends to form a headband and the intermediate region forms the crown of the hat. The headband regions and the at least one intermediate region are of differing stiffness and/or thickness. 1. A hat formed from a single piece of fabric , the single piece of fabric comprising:parallel regions of fabric including first and second headband regions; andat least one intermediate region, the first and second headband regions being joined at their ends to form a headband and the intermediate region forming a crown of the hat, wherein the first and second headband regions and the at least one intermediate region are of one or both of differing stiffness and thickness.2. The hat according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second headband regions are of greater stiffness claim 1 , greater thickness claim 1 , or both greater stiffness and thickness than the at least one intermediate region.3. The hat according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second headband regions and the at least one intermediate region have at least one of differing densities of threads claim 1 , different patterns of threads claim 1 , and yarns of differing weights.4. (canceled)5. The hat according to claim 1 , wherein a stiffening agent or a setting agent is applied to at least selected regions of the fabric.6. The hat according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second headband regions have widths of between 3 cm and 40 cm and the at least one intermediate region has a width of between 5 cm and 40 cm.7. (canceled)8. The hat according to claim 1 , wherein the single piece of fabric comprises two headband regions and one intermediate region.9. The hat according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second headband regions are formed using yarns of heavier gauge or ...

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

HEAD COOLING AID DEVICE

Номер: US20130263358A1
Автор: Fleischmann Bruce A.
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Head cooling aid device comprises a strip of flexible material having a series of laterally spaced air flow passageways extending completely through the width of the strip for allowing air to flow through the passageways. At the approximate center of the length of the device is an inwardly facing recess or cavity that substantially spans the space between the wearer's eyes to avoid the pinching-off of blood flow to the wearer's head in this region caused by tight cap headbands resulting in poor blood circulation in this region that may cause over-heating of the head and/or excess sweating. The device can either be attached to an inner surface of a front portion of a cap headband or be made an integral part of the front portion of the cap headband to promote air flow into the cap through the passageways and out through top vents in the cap when worn to contribute to cooling of the top of the wearer's head. 1. A head cooling aid device comprising a strip of flexible material having a greater length than width and a greater width than thickness , and a series of laterally spaced air flow passageways extending completely through the width of the strip for allowing air to flow through the passageways.2. The device of wherein the flexible strip has an inwardly facing cavity or recess at the approximate center of the length of the strip claim 1 , and the air passageways are in laterally spaced relation from opposite ends of the center cavity or recess.3. The device of which is attached to an inner surface of a front portion of a cap headband to promote air flow into the cap through the passageways and out through top vents in the cap when worn to contribute to cooling of the top of a wearer's head.4. The device of which is an integral part of a front portion of a cap headband to promote air flow into the cap through the passageways and out through top vents in the cap when worn to contribute to cooling of the top of a wearer's head.5. The device of which is either attached ...

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24-10-2013 дата публикации

Sports Cap with Rotatable Crown

Номер: US20130276209A1
Автор: Lim Chae K
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A sports rally cap, comprising a crown member configured to rotate around its own vertical axis and to rotate around a horizontal axis of a brim. The crown member includes a plurality of sports theme logos. A brim includes on its inner surface a T-head shaped male track means for slidably engaging a compatible inter-locking bracket-shaped female channel track means that is attached to a headband member of a visor. The visor member comprises a bill having at least one logo displayed on its upper surface. The crown is configured to rotate around the head of an individual wearer person, wherefore the visor member being stably positioned on the head of the individual wearer person. The individual wearer person rallies for at least one sports team by rotating the crown until an appropriate logo appears to suit a rally theme. 1. A sports rally cap , comprising:a crown member configured to cover a head of an individual wearer person, said crown member further configured to rotate around its own vertical axis, said crown member having a bottom-end opening, said opening defining a brim, said brim having a circularly configured opening to receive an individual wearer person's head, said crown member additionally configured to rotate around a horizontal axis of said brim, said crown member having a plurality of sports theme logos outwardly displayed on said crown member's outer surfaces, said brim having a substantially semi-stiff inner surface configured to be reversibly detachable and re-attachable to and from a visor member, said brim includes on its inner surface a protruding generally circular cross-sectionally T-head shaped male track means for slidably engaging a compatible inter-locking and generally circular reciprocally cross-sectionally bracket-shaped female channel track means, said generally circular cross-sectionally T-head shaped male track means further comprises an upper first groove and a lower second groove that are vertically connected by an intermediate ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

Wearable, snack or beverage storing and dispensing, and body cooling container

Номер: US20130284762A1
Автор: Voss Patrick J.
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A wearable snack and beverage storing and dispensing and body cooling and heating container, generally configured, in its preferred embodiment in a spiral design, formed tubing, having a central reservoir with spiral tubing integrally extending therefrom, having a filling area at one end, with a dispensing valve at its opposite end. The device is shaped and contains inherent memory to fit directly upon the head of the user. Alternative embodiments include a flapped and fingered wrap that fits upon the head, and other embodiments include spiral tubing that may fit upon the wrist, arm, leg, or other body parts. Various other novelty items and accessories may be applied to the reservoir and its tube shaped member. 1. A wearable device formed having a reservoir segment integrally formed with a spiral tubular segment , wherein a substance provided within the reservoir and tubular segment is capable of consumption , or influencing body temperature , said reservoir segment having an access opening , a closure cap provided for closing of the access opening , after a filling of the device with a substance , a dispenser provided at the other end of said tubular segment , for dispensing of the substance when disposed for discharge , and said tubular segment being coiled , and in combination with its reservoir , capable of being shaped and fitted onto the head of the wearer.2. The dispensing container of wherein said spiral tubing having sufficient flexibility to conform to the contours of the wearer's head claim 1 , and said spiral tubing having sufficient resiliency to provide for its pressure fitting upon the head of the wearer.3. The dispensing device of wherein said closure cap threadily engages onto the reservoir of said device.4. The dispensing device of wherein said closure cap pressure fitting onto the reservoir of said dispensing device.5. The dispensing device of wherein said dispensing valve comprises a slit claim 1 , which when pressed claim 1 , opens to allow for ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

Vibration dampening material

Номер: US20130302601A1
Принадлежит: Matscitechno Licensing Co

A vibration reducing assembly including a flexible headgear and at least one panel of vibration reducing material secured to the flexible headgear. The at least one panel of vibration reducing material includes at least a first elastomer layer and a reinforcement layer comprising a high tensile strength fibrous material.

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

PERSONAL HEAD-MOUNTED PRIVACY SYSTEM

Номер: US20130305431A1
Автор: Mraz Norma R.
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Technologies are described for a personal privacy system configured to create a private space around the head and face of a user. The system can include a flexible membrane. The membrane may be in the form of a hood or curtain that may be held, supported, or suspended around the user's face. The hood or curtain may be held in position by a set of supporting elements. The hood or supporting elements may be supported by a headgear system such as a headband, hat, or visor. By extending the flexible membrane, the user can enjoy privacy from light, sounds, or other sensory distractions allowing them to sleep or rest in a public, or quasi-public environment such as an airplane, train, park, beach, subway, or waiting room. The personal privacy system may fold up, roll up, or otherwise deform into a compressed geometry that is discrete and lightweight. 1. A personal privacy system comprising:two or more collapsible supporting elements attachable to a headgear, wherein the headgear is configured to be worn on a head above a face of a human; anda flexible membrane affixed to the two or more supporting elements positioned to substantially cover the face without touching against the face, wherein the flexible membrane supported by the supporting elements provides a tent-like mask around the face when the supporting elements are extended and takes on a significantly reduced geometry when the supporting elements are collapsed.2. The personal privacy system of claim 1 , wherein the headgear is a headband.3. The personal privacy system of claim 1 , wherein the headgear is a cap.4. The personal privacy system of claim 1 , wherein the headgear is a visor.5. The personal privacy system of claim 1 , wherein the two or more supporting elements attach to the headgear at a bill extending from the headgear.6. The personal privacy system of claim 1 , wherein the two or more supporting elements attach to the headgear using one or more clips.7. The personal privacy system of claim 1 , wherein ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE HEADBAND PILLOW

Номер: US20130305432A1
Автор: Thomson Gregory K.
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A headband including an inside surface and an outside surface and at least one cushion, wherein the cushion is removably attachable to the outside surface of the headband, wherein the cushion is slidably adjustable along the headband, is disclosed herein. 1. A headband comprising:an inside surface and an outside surface; and,at least one cushion, wherein the cushion is removably attachable to the outside surface of the headband, wherein the cushion is slidably adjustable along the headband.2. The headband of claim 1 , wherein the headband further comprises:at least one holding device for holding the cushion, wherein the holding device is slidably adjustable along the headband.3. The headband of claim 2 , wherein the headband further comprises:at least one frame, wherein the frame is attached to the holding device, and the cushion is in the frame.4. The headband of claim 3 , wherein the at least one cushion is at least two cushions.5. The headband of claim 1 , wherein the headband is made of an elastic material.6. The headband of claim 1 , wherein the headband has two ends that can be connected to each other claim 1 , wherein the size of the headband is adjustable.7. The headband of claim 3 , wherein the cushion is adjustable within the frame.8. The headband of claim 7 , wherein the headband further comprises:a height adjustment mechanism, wherein the cushion can be selectively adjusted in or out of the frame.9. The headband of claim 8 , wherein the frame is connected to the holding device by at least one peg.10. The headband of claim 2 , wherein the cushion has a removable cover.11. The headband of claim 2 , wherein the headband further comprises:selectively removable eye protection, wherein the eye protection can be selectively attached to the headband.12. A headband comprising:an inside surface and an outside surface;a holding device;at least one bladder, wherein the bladder is contained within the holding device, wherein the holding device is removably attachable ...

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

CAP PROTECTOR

Номер: US20130318688A1
Принадлежит: NEW ERA CAP CO., INC.

A protector for a cap having a crown and a bill, the crown comprising a front part and a rear part defining an interior cavity for the head of a wearer, the protector comprising a substantially rigid body having a front half-domed surface shaped to follow contours of the front part of the crown, a retaining element configured to extend from a first connection on a left side portion of the body around an outer front surface of the front part of the crown above the bill to a second connection on a right side portion of the body, the body and retaining element configured so the front surface of the body engages the outer rear surface of the rear part of the crown when the rear part is folded into the front part. 1. A protector for a cap , said cap having a generally domed crown and a bill connected to the crown and extending away from the crown , said crown comprising a front generally half domed part and a rear generally half domed part , said front part having an outer front surface and an inner front surface , said rear part having an outer rear surface and an inner rear surface , said inner front surface and said inner rear surface defining an interior cavity for receiving the head of a wearer , comprising:a substantially rigid body having a front generally half-domed surface shaped and sized to follow contours of said front part of said crown of said cap, a left side portion and a right side portion;a retaining element configured and arranged to extend from a first connection on said left side portion of said body around said outer front surface of said front part of said crown above said bill to a second connection on said right side portion of said body;wherein said body and said retaining element are configured and arranged such that said front surface of said body engages said outer rear surface of said rear part of said crown when said rear part is folded into said front part at a substantially transversely extending fold; andwherein said shape of said front ...

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

ACTIVE HEAD COVERING WITH MOVEABLE ELEMENT

Номер: US20130340144A1
Автор: Strong Finn Alexander
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A system and method for increasing customer interest in head coverings. A set of actuating components are coupled to moveable elements of an active head covering, the moveable elements respond to operation of an actuating mechanism in a side extension. 1. An active head covering , comprising:a head portion having an outside layer defining a head cavity therewithin; andan actuator assembly coupled to said head portion, said actuator assembly including:a first actuating mechanism, said first actuating mechanism having a bulb defining a first actuating volume containing a first quantity of air, said bulb repeatably collapsible to expel a portion of said first quantity of air through a first actuating port of said bulb, said bulb automatically expanding to refill said first actuating volume;a first remote actuator forming an actuating balloon defining a second actuating volume accessible through a second actuating port, said first remote actuator having a fixed portion foldably coupled to a moving portion at a fold region with said moving portion at least partially overlapping said fixed portion defining a folded configuration, said fixed portion coupled to said outer layer with said fold region and said moving portion both disposed outside of said head cavity portion, said first remote actuator unfolding about said fold region from said folded configuration in response to said portion of said first quantity of air expelled from said first actuating port with said moving portion moving away from said fixed portion and said first remote actuator folding about said fold region in response to air exiting from said second actuating volume, said first remote actuator biased to said folded configuration; andan air communication channel coupled to said first actuating port of said first actuating mechanism and coupled to said second actuating port of said first remote actuator.2. The active head covering of wherein said actuator assembly further includes an intake valve ...

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

REVERSIBLE STORAGE VISOR, CAP AND SUN HAT

Номер: US20140013486A1
Автор: LEON Joseph A.
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A two-sided, reversible storage sun visor, reversible storage cap, and a reversible storage sun hat, each featuring retaining straps on the crown to secure a pair of glasses, when not in use, and an elastic headband or elastic storage panel for versatile fitment. The bill of the reversible sun visor and the reversible hat is constructed from durable materials that retain theft original shape and thus may be folded, crumpled, and washed without any permanent distortion to the bill. The elastic panel may be formed as a pocket for storage that can be securely closed. When the reversible sun storage visor, reversible storage hat, or reversible storage sun hat are reversed, the pocket will remain in an upright orientation. 2. The reversible storage visor of further comprising:a first exterior sunglass retaining loop affixed to said exterior of said crown adjacent to said right temple and a second exterior sunglass retaining loop affixed to said exterior of said crown adjacent to said left temple; anda first interior sunglass retaining loop affixed to said interior of said crown adjacent said right temple and a second interior sunglass retaining loop affixed to said interior of said crown adjacent said left temple,wherein the first interior sunglass retaining loop and first exterior sunglass retaining loop are located on opposite sides of side right temple of said crown and the second interior sunglass retaining loop and second exterior sunglass retaining loop are located on opposite sides of said left temple of said crown.3. The reversible storage visor of wherein said first exterior sunglass retaining loop and said first interior sunglass retaining loop are made of a single loop partially passed through said right temple of said crown and wherein said second exterior sunglass retaining loop and said second interior sunglass retaining loop are made of a single loop partially passed through said left temple of said crown.4. The reversible storage visor of wherein said ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

FACEMASK AFFIXED TO A BASEBALL CAP

Номер: US20140020153A1
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A decorative facemask can be worn by a sports fan to imitate a facemask worn by a professional athlete. Facemasks can be imitated from a wide variety of sports. An apparatus to decorate the face of a wearer of a ball cap including a bill includes the decorative facemask affixed to the bill of the ball cap. 1. Apparatus to decorate the face of a wearer of a ball cap comprising a bill , the apparatus comprising:a decorative facemask affixed to the bill of the ball cap.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the decorative facemask comprises a bill attachment feature.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the bill attachment feature comprises a slot configured to receive the bill.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the slot is defined by two wires located along an upper edge of the facemask.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the slot comprises two slot end geometries configured to narrow the slot at each end of the slot.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the two wires comprise an upper wire configured to bend when the bill is inserted within the slot.7. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the slot is defined by a lower slot edge and a upper frame band.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the upper frame band is configured to bend when the bill is inserted within the slot.9. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the bill attachment feature comprises a pair of magnetic features.10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the facemask is configured to imitate a football facemask.11. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the facemask is configured to imitate a hockey facemask.12. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the facemask is configured to imitate a baseball facemask.13. The apparatus of claim 12 , wherein the facemask further includes a chin pad.14. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the facemask comprises a decorative design.15. Apparatus to decorate the face of a wearer of a ball cap comprising a bill claim 1 , the apparatus comprising: a decorative grid pattern; and', 'a ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

FUR HAT PRODUCTION

Номер: US20140047615A1
Автор: BRIZEL Israel
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An intermediate article for the manufacture of traditional Jewish fur hats and a method of producing the same are disclosed. The intermediate article includes a plate-like element; a plurality of fur tips, derived from the terminal portion of a tail; a pair of flanking fur strips, derived from longitudinal portions of the tail, and at least a portion of a hair thread; so that a sufficient density or thickness of the hair in the hats is achieved. 2. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said step furnishing the anterior portion of said plate-like element with said plurality of fur tips is characterized by that said fur tips are spaced apart in a somewhat equidistant manner claim 1 , alongside the anterior edge of said plate-like element.3. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said at least one suitable tail does not exceed two tails.4. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said at least one suitable tail does not exceed one tail.5. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said step of further furnishing at least the anterior portion of said plate-like element with at least a portion of said hair thread is characterized by that said hair thread is folded on itself claim 1 , forming at least one formation selected from the group consisting of: a double layer formation claim 1 , triple formation layer and multiplex layer formation.6. The method as set forth in claim 1 , further comprises fragmenting said hair thread into a plurality of segments.7. The method as set forth in claim 1 , further comprises furnishing at least one of the flanking portions of said plate-like element with at least a portion of said hair thread.8. The method as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising assembling a plurality of said intermediate articles into a traditional Jewish fur hat.10. The intermediate article as set forth in claim 10 , wherein the furnishing of the anterior portion of said plate-like element with said plurality of fur tips is characterized by ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

POWER HEADGEAR

Номер: US20140053318A1
Принадлежит: NRG PRODUCTS, LLC

A power source is concealed into headwear/headgear that may also have multiple built-in plugs that can be used to plug in a variety of external devices that would require power to operate. This headwear/headgear can also be used to recharge variety of external devices with only USB plug technology. 1. A universal battery powered headgear comprising:a rear head-fitting crown portion having a lower edge;a brim disposed on said crown portion proximate to said lower edge, and an outer perimeter of the brim distal from said lower edge, the brim comprising a top layer of fabric material and a bottom layer of fabric material; anda power source located inside the headgear connected to at least one built-in receptacle having two or more electrical leads built-into the receptacle used for exporting power from the power source to an external device or transmitting data transmissions to an external device.2. The headgear of claim 1 , wherein the receptacle is a receiving plug/socket comprising electrical leads comprising both a positive and a negative lead and is connected to a multifunction switch used to control the amount of power distributed from the receptacle to the plugged in external device that requires power to operate.3. The headgear of claim 1 , further comprising a USB port used to transfer data transmissions claim 1 , transfer power claim 1 , and connect to external devices claim 1 , and is connected to a multifunction switch used to control the amount of power distributed from the receptacle to the plugged in external device that requires power to operate.4. The headgear of claim 1 , wherein the power source is located inside the crown portion of the headgear.5. The headgear of claim 1 , further comprising a receptacle located in the crown portion of the headgear and is a USB port used to recharge the power source.6. The headgear of claim 1 , further comprising a receptacle located in the brim of the headgear and is a USB port used to recharge the power source.7. ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

Transformative Novelty Apparatus

Номер: US20140059731A1
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A novelty headgear apparatus made from a formed, three-dimensional paperboard box is presented. The inventive apparatus, and method for making same, comprises the use of guides applied to a formed, three-dimensional paperboard box in any headgear configuration selected by a producer. The user thereafter tears or cuts along the guides to reveal the selected headgear. Multiple pieces and indicia may also be applied or enabled in the device. 1. A novelty headgear comprising a three-dimensional box further comprising guides strategically located on the three-dimensional box , the guides in the configuration of a headgear style.2. The novelty headgear of wherein the headgear style is selected from the group comprising football helmets claim 1 , baseball batting helmets claim 1 , race car claim 1 , motorcycle claim 1 , caps claim 1 , masks claim 1 , visors claim 1 , military helmets claim 1 , firefighter helmet claim 1 , astronaut helmets claim 1 , mascots claim 1 , various types of animals claim 1 , monsters claim 1 , holiday figures or figurines claim 1 , various types of food claim 1 , well known public figures claim 1 , corporate logos claim 1 , and non-descript headgear.3. The guides of selected from the group comprising perforations claim 1 , scoring claim 1 , dotted lines claim 1 , and solid lines.4. The novelty headgear of further comprising secondary guides forming the contours of ancillary attachments for the novelty headgear.5. The secondary guides of comprising a face mask.6. The face mask of including punch-outs.7. The secondary guides of comprising three-dimensional glasses.8. The novelty headgear of further comprising at least one earhole punch-out.9. The novelty headgear of further comprising at least one indicia placement area.10. The novelty headgear of comprised of paperboard.11. The visor of further comprising an elongated headband piece further including a strap separator to separate the headband piece into a first headband piece having a first ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL SWEATBAND

Номер: US20140059740A1
Автор: CHO BYOUNG-WOO
Принадлежит: YUPOONG, INC.

A sweat absorber according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a first sweat absorber extended in a head circumferential direction and a second sweat absorber partially surrounding the first sweat absorber and formed of a different material having a different strechability, and the sweat absorber is highly stretchable, provides wearing comfort, improves sweat absorbing capability, is quick drying, and has antibacterial and deodorization functions, and provides a temperature control function to maintain a constant temperature. 1. An elastically stretchable multi-function sweat absorber improved in wearing comfort , comprising a first sweat absorber extended in a head circumferential direction and a second sweat absorber partially surrounding the first sweat absorber and formed of a different material having different stretchability.2. The sweat absorber of claim 1 , wherein the first sweat absorber comprises a main body portion and wing portions extended to upper and lower ends of the main body portion claim 1 , and the thickness of the main body portion is greater than the thickness of the wing portion.3. The sweat absorber of claim 2 , wherein the second sweat absorber is formed of two sheets of piece panels including a cover portion that surrounds the wing portions and a sewing portion coupled with the wing portions.4. The sweat absorber of claim 2 , wherein the second sweat absorber is one panel formed by connecting a cover portion facing one side of the main body portion and two sewing portions to surround the wing portions.5. The sweat absorber of claim 1 , wherein a first warp yarn density of the main body portion of the first sweat absorber is greater than a second warp yarn density of the wing portion.6. The sweat absorber of claim 1 , wherein a monofilament yarn is used as the weft yarn of the first sweat absorber and a polypropylene yarn having an absorption ratio of about 0.05% to be quickly dried is used as one of the warp yarn ...

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

HEAD COVERING

Номер: US20140075647A1
Автор: Perthou Peter
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A head covering includes a top fastened to a cylindrical wall. The bottom of the cylindrical wall is folded outwardly and upwardly to form a rim which is connected to a rear point of the top. 1. A head covering comprising ,a top cover,a cylindrical wall connected at its upper edge to the perimeter of the top,the cylindrical wall being folded upward and inwardly at the rear and connected together with the rear edge of the top cover.2. A head covering in accordance with wherein the top is circular.3. A head covering in accordance with wherein the lower edge of the cylindrical wall is folded upward over itself to form a rim.4. A hat in accordance with with a back and front made of two pieces of material claim 1 ,a rectangular piece having a length and width forming the cylindrical wall,and a circular piece forming the top cover,the width ends of the rectangular piece being stitched together and the circular piece being attached across one opening of the cylindrical wall formed by the rectangular piece to form a flat top cover,the bottom edge of the cylindrical wall being folded up twice to form three layers that are stitched to the body of the hat to hold the folds in place,the back medial edge of the flat top piece being stitched so as to be attached at one spot to the bottom edge of the fold in the back of the hat,forming a structure with a rise at the front of the hat,the back of the hat having the top piece connected to the bottom edge of the hat, creating a triangular appearance when viewed from the side so that the hat may be worn with the top of the hat slanting from a peak at the front over the forehead down to the back over the neck,the bottom edge of the hat when worn by a person tracing a slant from the forehead to the back of the neck,thereby covering the top of the head, but providing a triple layer of fabric over the forehead and ears and five layers of fabric over the back of the neck for protection against rain, snow, wind and cold and helping prevent ...

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27-03-2014 дата публикации

CAP WITH ONE OR MORE OPENINGS FOR RECEIVING A BUNDLE OF HAIR

Номер: US20140082826A1
Автор: Kuthari Praveen
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In accordance with the present invention, an article of headwear includes a main body having a front portion and an opposite rear portion. The main body has a closeable opening (e.g., slit) formed therein and extending along a length thereof. The article of headwear also includes a fastener mechanism disposed along closeable opening for selectively closing at least two portions of the closeable opening. The fastener is configured such that it defines ends of the opening and permits both a location and length of the opening to be varied. The fastener can be in the form of a zipper with two sliders located along the zipper track. 1. An article of headwear comprising:a main body having a front portion and an opposite rear portion, wherein the main body has a closeable opening formed therein and extending along a length thereof; anda fastener mechanism disposed along the closeable opening for selectively closing at least two portions of the closeable opening to thereby form a bounded through hole, wherein the fastener is configured such that it defines ends of the bounded through hole and permits both a location and length of the bounded through hole to be varied along the closeable opening.2. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the main body comprises a baseball cap.3. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the fastener mechanism comprises a pair of sliders that are part of a zipper that is disposed within the closeable opening claim 1 , wherein the bounded through hole is defined between the pair of sliders.4. The article of headwear of claim 3 , wherein the closeable opening comprises a slit formed in the main body and extending between the front portion and the opposite rear portion of the main body.5. The article of headwear of claim 4 , wherein the slit includes a first end located in the front portion and an opposite second end located in the rear portion claim 4 , the main body including a first set of teeth formed along one side edge of the slit ...

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27-03-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PREVENTING EATING

Номер: US20140082827A1
Автор: Davidson Lana
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Apparatuses, systems, and methods are disclosed for preventing eating. A head covering is shaped to surround a user's head. The head covering includes a neck portion positioned to contact the user's neck, and a mouth portion positioned to cover the user's mouth. The mouth portion includes breathable material configured to obstruct the passage of food into the user's mouth. A security device is configured to secure the neck portion around the user's neck. 1. An apparatus for preventing eating , the apparatus comprising:a head covering shaped to surround a user's head, the head covering comprising a neck portion positioned to contact the user's neck and a mouth portion positioned to cover the user's mouth, the mouth portion comprising a breathable material configured to obstruct the passage of food into the user's mouth; anda security device configured to secure the neck portion around the user's neck.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the mouth portion further comprises a drinking opening.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein a size of the drinking opening is at most the size of a drinking straw.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising a drinking straw coupled to the drinking opening.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the head covering comprises a hood of a hooded garment.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a top portion of the head covering and the neck portion comprise a material stronger than the breathable material of the mouth portion.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the security device comprises a replaceable claim 1 , single-use device claim 1 , a condition of the device indicating whether tampering has occurred.8. An apparatus for preventing eating claim 1 , the apparatus comprising:a cap;a neckband;a face covering coupled to the cap and the neckband, the face covering having openings sized to obstruct the passage of food;a drawstring comprising a central portion and end portions, the central portion coupled to the neckband; anda security ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

AIR PERMEABLE HEADWEAR

Номер: US20150000008A1
Автор: Shirai Syoji
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Provided is a baseball cap-type headwear in which a peak is provided in a front lower end of a head circumferential portion and a crown is connected to an upper end of the head circumferential portion, in which a front portion of the head circumferential portion is formed as an inclined surface that widens in an outward direction of the headwear as the inclined surface advances toward a lower end, a void is formed between the peak and the head circumferential portion, and the central portion of one end of the peak is positioned on an inner side of the headwear more than the front lower end of the head circumferential portion, and at least the front portion of the head circumferential portion and the peak are integrally molded from a synthetic resin. 1. A baseball cap-type headwear in which a peak is provided in a front lower end of a head circumferential portion and a crown is connected to an upper end of the head circumferential portion , wherein:a front portion of the head circumferential portion is formed as an inclined surface that widens in an outward direction of the headwear as the inclined surface advances toward a lower end, the front lower end of the head circumferential portion is connected to both sides of one end of the peak but is not connected to a central portion of one end of the peak so that a void is formed between the peak and the head circumferential portion, and the central portion of one end of the peak is positioned on an inner side of the headwear more than the front lower end of the head circumferential portion, andat least the front portion of the head circumferential portion and the peak are integrally molded from a synthetic resin.2. The headwear according to claim 1 , wherein the front portion and both sides of the head circumferential portion and the peak are integrally molded from a synthetic resin.3. The headwear according to claim 1 , wherein entire circumference of the head circumferential portion and the peak are integrally molded ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

SUBLIMATION PRINTED CLOTHING ARTICLES

Номер: US20190000171A1
Автор: Peterson Brad
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An article of clothing may include a first layer made of a polyester fabric. The polyester fabric may have the following properties a thread count of at least 130 threads per square inch, a weft knit weave pattern, and a bird's eye mesh texture. The polyester fabric may include a dye sublimation printed image with a resolution that is at least 200 dots per inch. The dye sublimation printed image may be oriented to stretch laterally with a lateral stretch of the polyester. The article of clothing may also include a second layer attached to the first layer. The second layer may include a lining fabric configured to stretch laterally with the first layer. 1. A headwear article comprising:a first layer made of a polyester fabric having the following properties a thread count of at least 130 threads per square inch, a weft knit weave pattern, a stretchability of less than 50%, and a bird's eye mesh texture, the polyester fabric including a dye sublimation printed image with a resolution that is at least 200 dots per inch, the dye sublimation printed image being oriented to stretch laterally with a lateral stretch of the polyester fabric; anda second layer attached to the first layer, the second layer including lining fabric configured to stretch laterally with the first layer.2. The headwear article of claim 1 , wherein the lining fabric in the second layer includes at least one of acrylic knit claim 1 , cotton knit claim 1 , wool knit claim 1 , polar fleece claim 1 , and polyester stretchable fabric.3. The headwear article of claim 1 , wherein the first layer is an outer layer and the second layer is an inner layer.4. The headwear article of claim 1 , wherein the resolution is between 300 and 1400 dots per inch.5. The headwear article of claim 1 , wherein the headwear article has a first stretchability at a bottom of the headwear article and has a second stretchability at a top portion of the headwear article claim 1 , wherein the second stretchability IS less than the ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

HAT WITH AN AIR VENTILATING STRUCTURE

Номер: US20200000172A1
Автор: Wong Ying-Chun
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A hat with an air ventilating structure contains: a hat body and at least one air mesh formed inside the hat body. The hat body includes an air mesh or multiple air meshes, and the air mesh or each of the multiple air meshes has a plurality of apertures defined thereon. Thereby, one or multiple air chambers are defined among the hat body and user's head, and air flows inside the hat, thus provide air ventilation and comfort. 1. A hat with an air ventilating structure comprising:a hat body; andat least one air mesh formed inside the hat body so that an air chamber is defined inside the hat body.2. A hat with an air ventilating structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein multiple air meshes are formed inside the hat body. The present invention relates to a hat with an air ventilating structure which contains at least one air mesh or multiple air meshes so that multiple air chambers are defined among the hat body and user's head, and air flows inside the hat, thus provide air ventilation and comfort.A conventional hat does not include an air ventilating structure, so it has poor air ventilation and wearing for long time causes discomfort.The present invention has arisen to mitigate and/or obviate the afore-described disadvantages.The primary aspect of the present invention is to provide a hat with an air ventilating structure which contains at least one air mesh or multiple air meshes so that multiple air chambers are defined among the hat body and user's head, and air flows inside the hat, thus provide air ventilation and comfort.To obtain above-mentioned aspect, a hat with air ventilating structure provided by the present invention contains: a hat body; and at least one air mesh formed inside the hat body so that an air chamber is defined inside the hat.Preferably, multiple air meshes are formed inside the hat body.With reference to , a hat with an air ventilating structure according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises: a hat body and at least ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Cooling Hat

Номер: US20200000173A1
Автор: Clark Johnnie
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A hat includes a brim having a front portion and a back portion. The hat also includes a crown which is coupled with the back portion of the brim. The brim includes one or more intake ports placed along the back portion of the brim and the crown includes one or more exhaust ports. 1. A hat , comprising:a single-piece brim comprising a front portion, a back portion, and side edges;a crown having a front portion, a back portion and a bottom portion;the bottom portion of the crown including a bottom perimeter;the crown directly engaged with the back portion of the brim;a flexible band located on an inner circumference of the bottom perimeter of the crown, wherein the flexible band is configured to lay directly against a forehead of a user;the flexible band having a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion of the flexible band is directly connected to the bottom perimeter of the crown, andwherein the second portion of the flexible band is spaced apart from the front portion of the crown such that a channel is formed in between the flexible band and the bottom portion of the crown;the brim comprising one or more intake ports placed in the back portion of the brim and in communication with the channel.2. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the one or more intake ports comprises a plurality of intake ports claim 1 , and wherein each of the plurality of intake ports are separated from an adjacent intake port of the plurality of intake ports by one or more reinforcements.3. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the brim comprises one or more structural tabs that attach the brim to the flexible band.4. The hat of claim 3 , wherein the one or more structural tabs comprise a plurality of structural tabs claim 3 , and wherein each of the plurality of structural tabs are separated from an adjacent structural tab of the plurality of structural tabs by a space.5. The hat of claim 3 , wherein the one or more structural tabs are perpendicular to the brim.6. The hat of claim 3 , ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

Youth Body Armor Device

Номер: US20160000157A1
Автор: Tzamarot Aaron
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A youth body armor device protects a wearer from being damaged by ballistic and stabbing weapons. The device includes an article of clothing configured for being worn by a user. The article is constructed from a plurality of layers of ballistic and piercing resistant material. A plurality of plates is provided. Each of the plates is interposed between the layers of the ballistic resistant material. Each plate disperses force from a projectile over an enlarged area. A tracking chip is coupled to the article of clothing wherein a location of the article of clothing is determinable. 1. A youth body armor device comprising:an article of clothing configured for being worn by a user, said article being constructed from a plurality of layers of ballistic resistant material;a plurality of plates, each of said plates being interposed between said layers of said ballistic resistant material, each said plate being configured to disperse force from a projectile over an enlarged area; anda tracking chip coupled to said article of clothing wherein a location of said article of clothing is determinable.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising said article of clothing being a jacket having a front panel and a back panel defining a torso claim 1 , said jacket further comprising a pair of arms coupled to and extending from said torso claim 1 , said plurality of plates comprising a pair of back plates claim 1 , each of said back plates being positioned in said back panel of said jacket.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising:said front panel having a first section and a second section separated by a slit wherein a front of said torso of said jacket is openable; anda fastener coupled to said front panel, said fastener selectively coupling said first section of said front panel to said second section of said front panel.4. The device of claim 3 , further comprising said plurality of plates further comprising a pair of front plates claim 3 , each of said front plates being ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

Method of adorning an article

Номер: US20160000160A1
Автор: Ronald Kronenberger
Принадлежит: Individual

A method of adorning an article including the steps of: providing a first layer; cutting the first layer along a first border edge that surrounds a discrete piece of the first layer; separating the discrete piece of the first layer from a remaining portion of the first layer to thereby produce a void within the first border edge; providing a pre-formed insert piece configured to fit within the void and having a second border edge having a shape that conforms to a shape of at least a portion of the first border edge; directing the insert piece into the void with the void and insert piece pre-aligned so that the second border edge is placed against or immediately adjacent to the first border edge where the first and second border edge shapes conform; with the insert piece directed into the void, fixing the insert piece and remaining portion of the first layer together to define an adornment assembly; and integrating the adornment assembly into an article to adorn the article.

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

HEADWEAR

Номер: US20160000172A1
Автор: CHO BYOUNG-WOO
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The present invention provides a headwear comprising a head receiving portion and a visor/peak, which is substantially improved in sweat absorption and evaporation performance, thereby achieving superior stain-resistant properties. 1. A headwear including a crown and a visor , comprising:a sweat band coupled along an inner lower edge of the crown including a stretchable sweat absorbing portion to absorb sweat and a stretchable sweat storing portion to store the sweat absorbed by the sweat absorbing portion; anda sweat evaporating portion connected to said sweat band, said sweat evaporating portion surrounding at least a part of the visor of the headwear to evaporate moisture from the sweat stored in the sweat band.2. The headwear of claim 1 , wherein the sweat absorbing portion surrounds an inner surface of the sweat storing portion and a part of an outer surface of the sweat storing portion.3. The headwear of claim 2 , further comprising a sweat evaporation-blocking portion surrounding the outer surface of the sweat storing portion and preventing evaporation of the sweat stored in the sweat storing portion toward the crown.4. The headwear of claim 3 , wherein the sweat evaporation-blocking portion surrounds the outer surface of the sweat storing portion claim 3 , and the sweat absorbing portion surrounds the inner surface of the sweat storing portion and a part of the outer surface of the sweat evaporation-blocking portion.5. The headwear of claim 4 , wherein the sweat evaporation-blocking portion is formed of one of stretchable woven fabric claim 4 , knit claim 4 , band claim 4 , non-woven fabric claim 4 , and sheet.6. The headwear of claim 5 , wherein the sweat evaporation-blocking portion is water-repellent finished or waterproofed by a silicon-based agent.7. The headwear of claim 5 , wherein the sweat evaporation-blocking portion is coated with a polyurethane film or formed of polyurethane film.8. The headwear of claim 1 , wherein the sweat absorbing portion is ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

INTERCHANGEABLE HAT SYSTEM

Номер: US20180000180A1
Автор: Gholson Arthur
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Provided is a hat system including a crown having a headband and a bill. A connection mechanism may slidingly attach the bill and the crown. The connection mechanism includes a bill portion and a crown portion. The bill portion may include a channel and the crown portion may include at least one rail wherein the channel is configured to slidingly receive the rail to connect the bill to the crown. Additionally, the crown portion may include a first receiver track and the bill portion may include the second receiver track wherein the first receiver track may slidingly receive a portion of the crown portion and the second receiver track may slidingly receive a portion of the bill portion to connect the bill to the crown. 1. An interchangeable hat system comprising:a crown;a bill; anda connection mechanism between the bill and the crown wherein the connection mechanism includes a bill portion and a crown portion wherein the crown portion includes a first receiver track and the bill portion includes a second receiver track wherein the first receiver track slidingly receives the second receiver track and the second receiver track slidingly receives the first receiver track to connect the bill to the crown.2. The interchangeable hat system of claim 1 , wherein the crown portion includes an arm and an attachment member that define the first receiver track claim 1 , and the bill portion includes a wall and an attachment portion that define a second receiver track.3. The interchangeable hat system of claim 2 , wherein the crown portion includes a bead portion and the bill portion includes a bead portion.4. The interchangeable hat system of claim 1 , wherein the crown portion includes at least one hinge member for selectively biasing between an open position and a closed position relative to the first receiver track.5. The interchangeable hat system of claim 4 , wherein the hinge member includes a ridge.6. The interchangeable hat system of claim 4 , wherein when the hinge ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Wearable Accessory

Номер: US20170000206A1
Автор: Bonnie, CHONG Shong Voon
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A wearable accessory is disclosed herein. In a described embodiment, the wearable accessory is configured in the form of a head protector having at least one connector and a plurality of accessory members having respective attachment mechanisms . Each attachment mechanism is releasably engageable to the at least one connector . The wearable accessory may be configured as other types of accessories and a connector for use with the wearable accessory is also disclosed. 1. A head protector comprisingfirst and second connectors;a plurality of semi-rigid protective members adapted to match a shape of a user's head, wherein each of the protective members include respective attachers being arranged to be releasably connectable to the first and second connectors; andwherein the protective members are spaced away from each other to create gaps between each of the protective members.2. The head protector of wherein each of the first and second connectors includes a coupling member extending from a base member claim 1 , and each attacher of the plurality of semi-rigid protective members is arranged to be releasably engaged to the coupling member.3. The head protector of wherein each of the first and second connectors include a single continuous structure and is circular in shape.4. The head protector of wherein each attacher includes an elastic loop member arranged to loop around the coupling member.5. The head protector of wherein each of the semi-rigid protective members includes a degree of flexibility to conform to a shape of a user's head.6. The head protector of wherein each of the semi-rigid protective members includes a cushion-like material.7. The head protector of comprising a decorative ornament releasably attached to at least one of the semi-rigid protective members.8. The head protector of wherein the first and second connectors are made of silicon rubber.9. The head protector of wherein each of the two connectors include ribbings which prevent the protective ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Head trauma bandage cap and method

Номер: US20200000644A1
Принадлежит: FIRST RESPONDER SOLUTIONS LLC

An emergency trauma stretch bandage cap shaped as a skull cap with roll able edges capable of holding hot or cold packs, which is placed on the cranium to cover the crown, forehead, back of the head, ears, sides of the head around the ears, and the temples of an injured patient with minimal movement of the neck and spine made of two or more layers of a stretchable warp knit fabric cut and sewn to form a form-fitting head bandage shape to apply sufficient pressure to suppress bleeding.

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE HOOD

Номер: US20210001158A1
Принадлежит: Toray Industries, Inc.

A protective hood that can be easily worn and that has an excellent degree of contact is described, where the protective hood includes: a hood that covers the head of the wearer; an opening formed at a position corresponding to the face of the wearer; and a latching tool A that can be latched around the head of the wearer and is provided on the upper side of the opening. 1. A protective hood comprising:a hood that covers a head of a wearer;an opening formed at a position corresponding to a face of the wearer; anda latching tool A that can be latched around the head of the wearer and is provided on an upper side of the opening.2. The protective hood according to claim 1 , whereinthe hood has a latching tool B on each of right and left sides of the opening, andthe latching tool B is a belt-shaped material, a part of the latching tool B being connected to one of the right and left sides, and another part of the latching tool B being connected or being connectable to the latching tool A.3. The protective hood according to further comprising a mask that covers the nose and mouth of the wearer claim 1 , whereinthe opening is formed by the hood and the mask, andthe mask is connected to the hood below the opening.4. The protective hood according to further comprising a belt-shaped material on each of right and left sides of the mask claim 3 , whereinthe belt-shaped material is connected or is connectable to the latching tool A.5. The protective hood according to claim 3 , wherein the mask is made of a nonwoven fabric having a water vapor transmission rate of 200 g/m·h or more and 2000 g/m·h or less.6. The protective hood according to claim 3 , wherein the mask is made of a nonwoven fabric having an air permeability of 20 cm/cm/sec or more and 200 cm/cm/sec or less claim 3 , and a dust collection efficiency of 80% or more.7. The protective hood according to claim 1 , wherein the hood is made of a nonwoven fabric having a water vapor transmission rate of 200 g/m·h or more and ...

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13-01-2022 дата публикации

SCRUNCH CAP

Номер: US20220007771A1
Автор: Little Kylie
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A scrunch cap that can be compressed and scrunched tight or loosened when worn on the wearer's head. The scrunch cap is adjustable in some embodiments. The scrunch cap is made from a single piece of stretchable fabric. The fabric includes a first and a second long side of generally equal lengths, and a third and a fourth short side of generally equal lengths. A seam is included such that when folded the fabric includes a hemmed side, an unhemmed side opposite the hemmed side, a folded side, and a side opposite the folded side. A plurality of holes is distributed along three sides of the folded stretchable fabric. The folded side of the single piece of stretchable fabric does not include the plurality of holes. A piece of cord or other tying member is threaded through the plurality of holes in a crisscross arrangement and pulled tight. 1. A scrunch cap to cover hair , the scrunch cap further comprising:a single piece of stretchable fabric, wherein the single piece of stretchable fabric is initially cut as a rectangular piece, wherein the rectangular piece comprises a first long side and a second long side having generally equal lengths, and further includes a third short side and a fourth short side having generally equal lengths;a seam, wherein the seam is included on either a first long side or a second long side of the single piece of stretchable fabric, wherein when folded, the single piece of stretchable fabric comprises a hemmed side, an unhemmed side opposite the hemmed side, a folded side, and a side opposite the folded side;a plurality of holes distributed along three sides of the folded, single piece of stretchable fabric, the three sides comprising the hemmed side, the unhemmed side opposite the hemmed side, and the side opposite the folded side, wherein the folded side of the single piece of stretchable fabric does not include the plurality of holes, and wherein the plurality of holes extend through a top layer and a bottom layer of the folded single ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Decorative accessory for clothing, shoes, hair, or other articles

Номер: US20170006945A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A fashion accessory is provided, wherein the accessory comprises a chenille or other fabric design of a sports team, fictional character, university logo, or other aesthetic design, a supportive backing, and a fastener for removably attaching the accessory to an article, such as a shoe, dog collar, bracelet, necklace, hat, belt buckle, ponytail, clothing, or other portable item. The accessory is inexpensive and reusable, such that it can be collected, traded, and shared between friends and can be reused without damaging the article to which it is attached or the accessory itself.

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Bill Shaper Device

Номер: US20170006948A1
Автор: Quinones Raul David
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The bill shaper device, is a unique and improved headwear shaping device that combine the following features in one single unit, making it, compact, curved inwardly towards dome of hat and contains a flat channel for receiving the visor portion of a baseball style hat, imparting a desired flat shape to the cap bill. Indicia may be placed on a top surface of the bill shaper device which covers the cap bill that may bear information, images, messages of the like related to any sports teams, advertising, or any communication or expression desired. The unitary shaped body of the invention is comprised of a lightweight, compact, cost-effective rigid material which also provides for enhanced portability of headwear even while in use. 1. The bill shaper device may be instantly applied to a cap bill and worn with a baseball style hat with a cap that has a shapeable bill extending forward and side-to-side with a sufficient distance to shade the forehead and eyes of the wearer.2. The brim shaper device is comprised of: a straight shaper strip slightly greater in length than the width of a shapeable cap bill.3. The shaper strip has an exposed upper side and a underside adapted to contact the top surface of a shapeable cap bill and is adapted to make a shapeable cap bill conform to the shape of the straight shaper strip.4. The bill shaper device of wherein the straight shaper strip is fabricated of a semi-rigid material capable of bending outwardly to receive the cap bill inserted between the tab and the shaper strip in a relatively flat configuration of the cap bill claim 2 , shaping the cap bill.5. The bill shaper device of further comprises at least one pointed protrusion extending from the pair of curved arms and at least one pointed protrusion capable of engaging the cap bill and assisting in retaining the cap bill shaper in place on the cap bill.6. The bill shaper device of wherein the exposed upper-side of the shaper strip is capable of receiving indicia applied thereto. ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

SIZING MECHANISM FOR HEADWEAR

Номер: US20170006949A1
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Embodiments are disclosed for headwear including a crown and a size-adjusting mechanism extending around at least a portion of a perimeter of the crown. An example size-adjusting mechanism is adapted to selectively adjust a size of the crown, and includes an outwardly-protruding dial having a gear disposed in an interior of the dial, and a first and second band section each coupled to the crown. The gear of the example size-adjusting mechanism is configured to engage each of the first and second band section to adjust a relative position of the first and second band section relative to one another. 1. Headwear comprising:a crown; anda size-adjusting mechanism extending around at least a portion of a perimeter of the crown and adapted to selectively adjust a size of the crown, the size-adjusting mechanism comprising an outwardly-protruding dial having a gear disposed in an interior of the dial, and a first and second band section each coupled to the crown and having separable terminating ends, the gear configured to engage each of the first and second band section to adjust a relative position of the terminating ends of the first and second band section relative to one another.2. The headwear of claim 1 , further comprising a brim extending from the crown and a headband extending around a portion of the perimeter of an interior of the crown claim 1 , each of the first and the second band section being coupled to the headband.3. The headwear of claim 1 , wherein the size-adjusting mechanism includes a housing configured to secure the first and second band sections and the dial to the headwear.4. The headwear of claim 3 , wherein the first and the second band sections form terminating ends of a continuous band claim 3 , the continuous band extending around the perimeter of the crown and coupled to the crown claim 3 , and the terminating ends of the continuous band are housed within the housing.5. The headwear of claim 3 , wherein each of the first and the second band ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

Hat Flap

Номер: US20160007667A1
Автор: Morrow Kevin Ashley
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A modification of the traditional baseball hat brim. The invention consists of a partially detachable covering for the underside of a hat brim. By partially detaching a flap, the user would be able to store small items within the flap ideally by attaching the objects to the brim itself. 1a. A flap of material of the same approximate shape and size of the overlying hat brim.b. A means of securing the flap to the brim of the hat so that one or more edges can be repeatedly detached and reattached.. A baseball hat with a partially removable flap built into the brim comprising: Not Applicable.Not Applicable.Not Applicable.1. Field of the InventionThis invention relates to the field of clothing. More specifically, this invention is a modification of the brim of the conventional baseball hat.2. Description of the Related ArtThe conventional baseball hat is a ubiquitous form of headwear. It consists of a semi-sphere, typically made of fabric, placed on the wearer's head, with a brim of varying lengths made of a rigid material wrapped in the same material as the main hat. The hats have had various types of pockets, sleeves and attachments added to modify the basic hat design.The present invention modifies the brim of the hat. It integrates a detachable flap to the underside of the brim of the hat. This flap remains sewn on one edge of the hat and is attached by Velcro to the other three sides. The purpose of the flap is to allow small objects to be safely attached to the physical brim of the hat yet remained covered by fabric. The types of objects envisioned are fishing flies or perhaps a credit card or small amount of cash. The purpose of this is twofold. It provides a safer method of attaching objects than an unsecured pocket, it also conceals the objects providing a functional method of holding objects inconspicuously yet conveniently. The hat need not he removed to gain access to the objects stored in the brim.shows an underneath view of the flap. The flap preferably ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

Power-Ventilated Soft Headgear

Номер: US20160007672A1
Автор: Ku Tsu Kung
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A soft headgear is provided. The soft headgear includes a soft outer layer, an inner liner layer formed from an air permeable material, a rigid substructure disposed between the soft outer layer and the inner liner layer, an active ventilation system located at the crown of the soft headgear, and a power supply operably coupled to the active ventilation system. The rigid substructure includes a plurality of ribs extending radial from a crown of the soft headgear to a ring of the rigid substructure, thereby forming air conduction pathways. The active ventilation system exhausts air drawn in through the ring of the rigid substructure and out through the crown of the soft headgear. The power supply provides power for the active ventilation system. 1. A soft headgear comprising:a soft outer layer;an inner liner layer formed from an air permeable material;a rigid substructure disposed between the soft outer layer and the inner liner layer, the rigid substructure including a plurality of ribs extending radial from a top of a crown of the soft headgear to a ring of the rigid substructure, thereby forming air conduction pathways;an active ventilation system located at the top of the crown of the soft headgear, the active ventilation system configured to exhaust air drawn in through the ring of the rigid substructure and out through the top of the crown of the soft headgear; anda power supply operably coupled to the active ventilation system, the power supply configured to provide power for the active ventilation system.2. The soft headgear of claim 1 , wherein the power supply comprises a battery.3. The soft headgear of claim 2 , further comprising a solar cell operatively coupled to the active ventilation system claim 2 , the solar cell configured to provide electrical power to the active ventilation system.4. The soft headgear of claim 1 , wherein the air is drawn in through inlet vents in the ring of the rigid substructure.5. The soft headgear of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

System for securing items to outerwear.

Номер: US20160007722A1
Автор: Macon Brenda, Macon Todd
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A system for securing gloves, mittens, hats, goggles, and other small items to the chest area of a coat, jacket, vest or shirt, or to a thigh-pocket area of pants by the use of magnets and garment clips. A magnet is disclosed and comprises a first magnet for positioning exterior on the exterior face of the chest area on a jacket, vest, coat, or shirt, or on the thigh area of pants, the second magnet being for positioning interior on the interior face of said garment, the second magnet being magnetically attracted to the first magnet. A garment clip, also known as a suspender, pacifier, or mitten clip, is disclosed and positioned and clipped on the item needing to be retained. A method includes positioning the first magnet adjacent to the exterior face of the garment, positioning the second magnet adjacent to the interior face at a location that is substantially opposite of the first magnet such that magnetic attraction pulls the first and second magnets toward each other on the opposite wall faces, and moving the garment clip now fastened to the item (such as a glove, mitten, hat, etc.) to the location of the first magnet, and bringing the item into contact with the first magnet such that the item is magnetically attracted to it, whereby the item is retained without straps, lariats, elastic, buckles, velcro, or snaps. 1. In combination: a piece of outerwear (coat , jacket , vest or pocket of a pants or skirt) having an interior and an exterior , the outerwear being at least partially defined by a wall having an interior face corresponding to an interior of the outerwear and an exterior face corresponding to an exterior of the outerwear; an item securing apparatus for securing items to the outerwear , comprising: a first magnet positioned exterior of the outerwear adjacent to the exterior face of the wall defining the outerwear; and a second magnet positioned in the interior of the outerwear adjacent to the interior face of the wall defining the outerwear , the ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR PLATE

Номер: US20210007439A1
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A method of forming a plate for an article of footwear is disclosed. The method includes applying a first strand portion to a base layer including positioning adjacent segments of the first strand portion to form a first layer on the base layer. The adjacent segments of the first strand portion having a greater density across a width of the plate between a medial side and a lateral side at a forefoot region of the plate than at a midfoot region of the plate and at a heel region of the plate. The method also includes applying at least one of heat and pressure to the first strand portion and to the base layer to conform the first strand portion and the base layer to a predetermined shape. 1. A method of forming a plate for an article of footwear , the method comprising:applying a first strand portion to a base layer including positioning adjacent segments of the first strand portion to form a first layer on the base layer, the adjacent segments of the first strand portion extending toward one another at a midfoot region of the plate;attaching the first strand portion to the base layer using stitching; andapplying at least one of heat and pressure to the first strand portion and to the base layer to conform the first strand portion and the base layer to a predetermined shape.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising extending the adjacent segments away from one another in a forefoot region of the plate.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising extending the adjacent segments away from one another in a heel region of the plate.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising extending the adjacent segments away from one another in a heel region of the plate.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising causing the adjacent segments to cross one another at the midfoot region of the plate.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising positioning a second strand portion on the first layer to form a second layer on the first layer.7. The method of claim 1 , further ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Surgical Cap and Method

Номер: US20180007989A1
Принадлежит: Medline Industries LP

In accordance with one aspect of the present disclosure, a surgical cap is provided that includes a cover having a head-receiving cavity and a resilient member connected to the cover and extending about less than the entire head-receiving cavity. The cover includes a plurality of layers comprising at least one layer inward from the resilient member adapted to separate the resilient member from a head received in the head-receiving cavity and at least two outer layers outward from the resilient member to which the resilient member is secured. In accordance with another aspect, a method of fabricating a surgical cap is provided.

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

HOOD WITH CAP-SECURING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180007995A1
Автор: Morales Angel L.
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A piece of apparel comprises a hooded garment, a cap having a front, and a securing system associated with the hood of the hooded garment. The securing system comprises a band that contacts the front of the cap and secures the cap to a wearer's head when the hood is up and that secures the cap within the hood with the hood is down. The band extends from one side of the interior of the hood, across the front of the cap and to the other side of the interior of the hood. The band can comprise an elastic portion so that the band compresses the front of the cap when in use. 1. Apparel comprising:a hooded garment,a cap having a front, anda securing system associated with the hood of the hooded garment,wherein the securing system comprises a band that contacts the front of the cap and secures the cap to a wearer's head when the hood is up and that secures the cap within the hood with the hood is down.2. The apparel according to wherein band extends from one side of the interior of the hood claim 1 , across the front of the cap and to the other side of the interior of the hood.3. The apparel according to wherein the band comprises an elastic portion so that the band compresses the front of the cap when in use.4. The apparel according to wherein the front of the cap comprises a bill and a banner and wherein the band contacts the cap between the bill and the banner.5. The apparel according to wherein the band is sized and shaped to not obstruct an image on the banner of the cap.6. The apparel according to wherein the band has a width extending in the direction between the bill and the banner and wherein the width is less than about 1.25 inches.7. The apparel according to wherein the band comprises two bungee cords and a piece of material between the bungee cords.8. The apparel according to wherein the band may be removed from the hood and separately used.9. The apparel according to wherein the length of the band is adjustable.10. The apparel according to wherein the band ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

Head and Neck Covering Towel

Номер: US20220022583A1
Автор: Royal Sophia
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The present invention relates to a head and neck covering towel configured to securely wrap around a user's head and neck to absorb water from their hair. More specifically, the head and neck covering towel is a hooded towel comprised of a hood portion to be worn around the head and a pair of tie panels extending from the hood portion to tie and secure the hood portion around a user's neck. The pair of tie panels secures the towel around a user's head and prevents the towel from falling off onto the floor. The invention offers a novel solution to drying wet hair and can be conveniently used at salons, at home or other similar places. 1. A head and neck covering to protect a neck and a back of a wearer , the head and neck covering comprising:a hood component to cover a head of the wearer;an exterior surface;an interior surface;a bottom edge that conforms and ties around a nape of a neck of the wearer;a right tie panel that extends from a right base of the hood component; anda left tie panel that extends from a left base of the hood component, wherein the right tie panel and the left tie panel are tied together and secured around the neck of the wearer.2. The head and neck covering of claim 1 , wherein the hood component is manufactured of a water absorbent material.3. The head and neck covering of claim 1 , wherein the hood component is manufactured of a bamboo.4. The head and neck covering of claim 1 , wherein the hood component is a single piece of material.5. The head and neck covering of claim 1 , wherein the hood component comprises a right head cover portion and a left head cover portion secured together.6. The head and neck covering of claim 5 , wherein the right head cover portion and the left head cover portion are sewn together along a longitudinal axis.7. The head and neck covering of claim 1 , wherein the exterior surface and the interior surface comprise two different materials attached together.8. The head and neck covering of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

RETENTION DEVICE FOR USE WITH HEADWEAR

Номер: US20200008506A1
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A retention device for securing a pair of eyeglasses on the bill of a hat or other garment is described. A pair of retention devices may be attached to the inside of hat for receiving and releaseably holding ear pieces of a pair of eyeglasses to retain the lens frames in position on the bill of the cap. Each retention device has a socket for receiving an ear piece of the eyeglasses through an aperture provided in the crown of the hat. 1. A device for retaining eyeglasses in relation to a hat , the eyeglasses having an earpiece , the device comprising:a base portion having an interior surface, a forward edge, and a rear edge;a retention portion having an interior surface, a forward edge, and a rear edge;wherein the base portion is joined to the retention portion with the interior surfaces disposed toward each other to form a socket for receiving the earpiece of the eyeglasses; andwherein the forward edge of one of the base portion and the retention portion is provided with a recessed portion that is at least partially recessed with respect to the forward edge of other of the base portion and the retention portion.2. The device of wherein the forward edge of the base portion is partially recessed with respect to the forward edge of the retention portion.3. The device of wherein the retention portion extends forward of the recessed portion of the forward edge of the base portion.4. The device of wherein the forward edge of the base portion is at least partially recessed by a notch in the forward edge of the base portion.5. The device of wherein the socket narrows from the forward edge of the retention portion to the recessed portion of the forward edge of the base portion.6. The device of wherein the socket has a uniform width from the recessed portion of the forward edge of the base portion to the read edge of the base portion.7. The device of wherein the interior surface of the retention portion in the socket is provided with a concave channel extending from the ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

TEXTURED, BREATHABLE TEXTILE LAMINATES AND GARMENTS PREPARED THEREFROM

Номер: US20190009496A1
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A textile laminate as described herein comprises a water vapor permeable outward facing protective membrane comprising an inner surface and an outer surface and a textile attached to the inner surface of the membrane, wherein the textile has a surface having a pattern of high regions and low regions. The outer surface of the membrane has a surface topography comprising a pattern of high and low regions that are dimensionally coordinated with a pattern of high and low regions on the surface of the textile. 1. A textile laminate , comprising:a water vapor permeable outward facing protective membrane comprising an inner surface and an outer surface; anda textile attached to the inner surface of the permeable membrane, wherein the textile has a surface having a pattern of high regions and low regions wherein the textile comprises a woven, or knit material,wherein the outer surface of the permeable membrane has a surface topography that is dimensionally coordinated with the pattern of high regions and low regions on the surface of the textile, andwherein said dimensional coordination occurs with an H/V ratio of greater than or equal to 0.5, wherein the H/V ratio is defined by the horizontal displacement (H) between adjacent high and low regions to the vertical displacement (V) between a peak in the high region and a valley in the adjacent low region on the outer surface of the permeable membrane.2. The laminate of claim 1 , wherein said dimensional coordination further occurs with an H/V ratio of greater than or equal to 1.3. The laminate of claim 1 , wherein said dimensional coordination further occurs with an H/V ratio from 1 to 100.4. The laminate of claim 1 , wherein the total of the individual straight line displacements from the outer surface of the permeable membrane is within 20% of the total of the individual straight line displacements on the surface of the textile.5. The laminate of claim 1 , wherein the vertical displacement of high region to adjacent low ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

RESPIRATORY FILTERING FABRIC AND GARMENT MADE THEREFROM

Номер: US20200009409A1
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An enhanced filtration multilayer laminated fabric includes an air permeable, moisture-vapor-transmissive central layer such as polytetra-fluoroethylene (ePTFE) sandwiched between a first pair of nonwoven textile layers and a second pair of woven textile layers. The laminated fabric may also feature a fire resistant application. The top textile layer may also include a permanent, highly breathable and highly durable electro-static discharge feature added to the inside of the layer by laying down a carbon based printed pattern on the inside of the layer. The filtration fabric may be utilized to manufacture a wearable garment that is aesthetically pleasing and comfortable to wear in all weather conditions and which effectively filters airborne particulates from entering a user's respiratory system by blocking particulates having a size of 0.3 microns and larger from inhaled air for a user's respiratory system with a particle blocking efficiency of at least 90%. 1. An air permeable multilayer fabric comprising:an air permeable, multilayer, air filtering fabric, said air permeable multilayer fabric having an overall air permeability rating of greater than 15 CFM, said air permeable multilayer fabric comprising;an air permeable central membrane having a top surface and a bottom surface and a first air permeability rating of greater than 15 CFM, said air permeable central membrane configured for blocking particulates having a size of 0.3 microns and larger through said air permeable, multilayer, fabric with a particle blocking efficiency of at least 90%;first and second air permeable nonwoven layers, said first air permeable nonwoven layer bonded to said top surface of said air permeable central membrane, and said second air permeable nonwoven layer bonded to said bottom surface of said air permeable central membrane, wherein said first and second air permeable nonwoven layers have a second air permeability rating which is greater than said first air permeability rating ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

Ball catching hat

Номер: US20150013045A1
Автор: Willie Harold Cox
Принадлежит: Pamela Cox Coulter

A ball catching hat for catching a ball may include an hemi spherical shell, a visor connected to the hemi spherical shell and the shell may include a pair of side straps connected to the outer surface of the hemi spherical shell.

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

DETACHABLE AND ADJUSTABLE HOOD

Номер: US20150013046A1
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A garment hood has lower side portions adapted to extend on respective sides in an manner forward of the neck of the user with complementary structures such as clips enabling the lower side portions to be secured together in front of the neck of the user. The lower side portions additionally have a button formed on the inside surface and a second button formed on the outside surface; with the other lower side portion having a slot forming a button hole to enable the hood to be secured to a garment. 1. A hood formed of a garment material shaped to fit the head of an intended user has lower side portions adapted to extend on respective sides in an manner forward of the neck of the user , one of said lower side portions having a button formed on the inside surface and a second button formed on the outside surface; with the other lower side portion having a slot forming a button hole.2. A hood as set forth in claim 1 , said hood having a fabric channel formed around an opening framing the face of the user as well as a fabric channel around the neck opening; and respective tie strings received within these channels.3. A hood as set forth in claim 2 , said tie strings each being of a respective different color.4. A hood as set forth in claim 1 , said lower side portions additionally having complementary structures enabling the lower side portions to be secured together in front of the neck of the user.5. A hood as set forth in claim 1 , said buttons being formed oppositely one another.6. A hood formed of a garment material shaped to fit the head of an intended user has lower side portions adapted to extend on respective sides in an manner forward of the neck of the user claim 1 , said lower side portions having complementary structures enabling the lower side portions to be secured together in front of the neck of the user claim 1 , and additionally one of said lower side portions having a button formed on the inside surface and a second button formed on the outside ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

FACE SHIELD SYSTEMS FOR SECURING REMOVABLE FACE SHIELD LENSES

Номер: US20220030977A1
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An example face shield includes a face shield lens comprising a locking channel, a face shield shell configured to receive the face shield lens when the face shield is inserted into the face shield shell, and a lens lock configured to move between: a locked position in which the lens lock is configured to engage the locking channel of the face shield to secure the face shield lens to the face shield shell; and an unlocked position in which the lens lock is configured to disengage the locking channel of the face shield to permit insertion of the face shield to the face shield shell and removal of the face shield from the face shield shell. 1. A face shield , comprising:a face shield lens comprising a locking channel;a face shield shell configured to receive the face shield lens when the face shield is inserted into the face shield shell; and a locked position in which the lens lock is configured to engage the locking channel of the face shield to secure the face shield lens to the face shield shell; and', 'an unlocked position in which the lens lock is configured to disengage the locking channel of the face shield to permit insertion of the face shield to the face shield shell and removal of the face shield from the face shield shell., 'a lens lock configured to move between2. The face shield as defined in claim 1 , wherein the face shield lens is configured to be inserted and removed from the face shield shell without deforming the face shield shell or the face shield lens.3. The face shield as defined in claim 2 , wherein the face shield lens is at least 0.07 inches thick.4. The face shield as defined in claim 1 , wherein the face shield shell further comprises an upper portion claim 1 , a lower portion claim 1 , and two side portions; andthe lens lock is located on a face shield shell side portion.5. The face shield as defined in claim 4 , wherein at least one lens lock is located on both of the face shield shell side portions.6. The face shield as defined in ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE SLEEVE FOR HAIRS

Номер: US20220031000A1
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A protective sleeve for preserving the style and texture of hairs during sleeping. The protective sleeve can include a broad sleeve portion having a first open end, wherein the broad sleeve portion configured to stretch over a bunch of hairs and worn over the head of a wearer; a narrow-elongated sleeve portion that has a second open end, wherein the narrow-elongated sleeve portion configured to cover the bunch of hairs, wherein the second open end configured to permit a tail of the bunch of hairs to pass through; and a flared sleeve portion that extends between the broad sleeve portion and the narrow-elongated sleeve portion, wherein the narrow-elongated sleeve portion, the broad sleeve portion, and the flared sleeve portion are integral. 1. A protective sleeve for preserving style and texture of hairs during sleep , the protective sleeve comprises:a broad sleeve portion having a first open end, wherein the broad sleeve portion configured to stretch over a bunch of hairs and worn over head of a wearer;a narrow-elongated sleeve portion that has a second open end, wherein the narrow-elongated sleeve portion configured to cover the bunch of hairs, wherein the second open end configured to permit a tail of the bunch of hairs to pass through; anda flared sleeve portion that extends between the broad sleeve portion and the narrow-elongated sleeve portion,wherein the narrow-elongated sleeve portion, the broad sleeve portion, and the flared sleeve portion are integral.2. The protective sleeve according to claim 1 , wherein the protective sleeve further comprises an elastic band coupled around a periphery of the broad sleeve portion adjacent to the first open end claim 1 , the elastic band configured to stretch over the head and hold the protective sleeve worn over the head.3. The protective sleeve according to claim 2 , wherein the protective sleeve further comprises a drawstring along a periphery of the narrow-elongated sleeve portion adjacent to the second open end claim ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

COMPRESSION HEADWEAR

Номер: US20220031001A1
Принадлежит: NMN Monday LLC

The invention is an article of headwear that incorporates a hair compression system and adjustment system for compressing one or more sections of a wearer's hair. The headwear may be formed of a compression system and an adjustment system. The compression system includes one or more stretchable materials. The compression system may compress along a circumference, side and/or vertical plane of the head of a wearer. The compression system is attached to an adjustment system. The adjustment system allows a user to selectively tighten the compression system to a desired compression to keep the hair of the wearer compressed while wearing the headwear. The desired hair compression is capable of being regulated by the adjustment system. When the user is finished wearing the headwear, the adjustment system may be released to allow the user to remove the headwear without undoing the effects of the compression system. 1. An article of headwear capable of compressing at least a portion of a head of a wearer , the headwear comprising:a crown;a compression system for compressing at least a portion of the head of the wearer, the compression system comprising a first stretchable material; andan adjustment system for adjusting the compression system.2. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the first stretchable material compresses in a direction of a circumference of the headwear.3. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the first stretchable material is a textile.4. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment system comprises a fastening means.5. The article of headwear of claim 4 , wherein the adjustment system further comprises a tightening means.6. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein a sweatband is attached to the crown and the compression system.7. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the compression system further comprises a second stretchable material.8. The article of headwear of claim 1 , wherein the compression system further ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Hats exhibiting brim imagery, detachable brim imagery, and method of making and displaying the same

Номер: US20170013902A1
Автор: Anthony VALVERDE
Принадлежит: Under Bill LLC

Hats having images, including those with images displayed on the upper or lower surface of the brim. Exemplary hats include baseball hats with brims adapted to affix at least one image to the brim's lower surface, wherein said at least one image is detachable. Also described are displays, including kits and packages, comprising at least one detachable image adapted to be affixed to the upper surface or lower surface of a hat brim.

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

HEADGEAR WITH NOTCH

Номер: US20170013903A1
Автор: SPRAGUE NATHAN
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Headgear, such as a hat, cap or visor, with notches, cut-outs or spaces provided in the lower edge or band area above the ears. The notches or spaces may be mirror images on either side of the headgear, although the number, placement, and configurations of the notches or spaces may vary. The notches or spaces are configured to allow eyewear to be worn normally without interference with the eyewear earpieces, or any eyewear keeper devices that may be attached to the earpieces, but also without substantially impacting the integrity and functionality of the headgear. 1. An item of apparel , comprising:a headgear with a right side, a left side, and a crown or band with a lower edge;a pair of notches in the lower edge, a first notch on the right side and a second notch on the left side.2. The item of apparel of claim 1 , wherein said headgear comprises a bill extending from a front of the headgear.3. The item of apparel of claim 1 , wherein said first notch and second notch are positioned midway down the respective right and left sides.4. The item of apparel of claim 1 , wherein said headgear comprise one of a hat claim 1 , cap or visor.5. The item of apparel of claim 1 , wherein each of said pair of notches comprises a front edge and a back edge claim 1 , wherein the front edge and back edge met at an angle at a vertex.6. The item of apparel of claim 5 , wherein the vertex angle is from approximately 70 degrees to approximately 165 degrees.7. The item of apparel of claim 5 , wherein the vertex angle is from approximately 90 degrees to approximately 135 degrees.8. The item of apparel of claim 5 , wherein the vertex is located medially in the notch.9. The item of apparel of claim 5 , wherein the vertex is proximate a back of the notch.10. The item of apparel of claim 1 , wherein said pair of notches are configured to accommodate a set of eyewear earpieces when the headgear and eyewear are worn by a user.11. The item of apparel of claim 1 , wherein each of said pair of ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

Personal head and neck cooling cap

Номер: US20180014596A1
Автор: Earl James Washington
Принадлежит: Individual

A head and neck cooling cap that has an air bag sewn to the back of the cap which extends below the wearer's collar line. The air bag contains a battery operated fan that fills the bag with air. The air is distributed over the cap's adjustable band to the top of the head. Air is also vented through vent grommets or other openings in the bag at the wearer's neck. The fan is equipped with a variable speed motor which runs from a battery pack or USB power pack. The batteries are typically worn in a pocket or other location on the user including a V-clip or possible battery belt or battery holder. The batteries can also be mounted in the bottom of the air bag.

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Apparel with Retractable Extensions

Номер: US20160015099A1
Автор: Saladino Gregory
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Apparel in which retractable extensions from a body portion of a hood may be selectively engaged in to cover a wearer's face. The extension of material is connected to the body portion, and stored within a pocket when it is not in use. When it is needed the wearer reaches into the hood, and extends the material out of the storage region, engaging it as a useful face covering. 1. Headwear comprising:a headwear portion having opposite sides;an accessory removably secured by a first detachable securing means to one end of said headwear portion in a first storage position, when not in use; andsecond detachable securing means secured to the opposite side of said headwear portion, said accessory being manually detachable from its said first position and movable across a wearer's face to a second position in which said first detachable securing means is detachably secured to said second detachable securing means; said accessory being manually detachable from its said second position and returnable to its said first storage position after said accessory has been detached from its said second position.2. Headwear comprising:a headwear portion having opposite sides;a storage region at one side of said headwear portion and having an opening at least one end thereof;an accessory stored in a first storage position in said headwear portion when not in use;first and second cooperating detachable securing means respectively secured to said accessory and to an opposite side of said headwear portion, said accessory being removable from its said first storage position and movable to a second position on the opposite side of said headwear portion at which it is detachably secured to said headwear portion by means of the engagement of said first and second detachable securing means and in which said accessory extends over a wearer's face; andmeans operatively secured to said accessory for manually returning said accessory after said accessory has been detached from its said second ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Hat having selectively extendable brim

Номер: US20160015108A1
Автор: Dennis Bertron
Принадлежит: Individual

A selectively extendable brim hat for enabling a wearer to extend coverage and protection from the elements over his face comprises a hat body defined as a wearable head covering shaped as a conventional driver's cap and having a front end, a back end, and a bottom rim extending around its perimeter edge, ear flaps, and an extendable brim defined by two discrete brim flaps which are hingedly attached to the bottom rim, each spanning from one side of the to selectively extendable brim hat to the area of the front end. In the deployed position, the flaps of the extendable brim additionally include an auxiliary flap which also can be flipped down to further extend such coverage over a users face provided by such flaps.

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

HEADBAND WITH PROTECTIVE INSERT

Номер: US20190014839A1
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A headband with one or more protective inserts. The inserts may be strategically positioned to provide protection for specific areas of a person's head that are most vulnerable to impact, depending on the sport or other activity. The inserts may be directly attached to the headband, or may be enclosed in pouches which are directly attached to the headband. The headband may be worn with or without additional headgear, and may be configured to cooperate with the additional headgear as to form, fit, and functionality. 120-. (canceled)21. A protective headgear comprising:a headband configured to fit around a head of a person, the headband having an open top and a plurality of pouches attached to an outer surface of the headband; anda plurality of protective inserts each at least partially enclosed within the plurality of pouches respectively.22. The protective headgear of claim 21 , wherein the plurality of protective inserts comprise impact-resistant plastic.23. The protective headgear of claim 22 , wherein the plurality of protective inserts are aerated.24. The protective headgear of claim 23 , wherein each of the plurality of protective inserts are segmented.25. The protective headgear of claim 22 , wherein at least one of the pouches is detachable from the headband.26. The protective headgear of claim 25 , wherein each of the plurality of protective inserts are segmented.27. The protective headgear of claim 21 , wherein each of the plurality of protective inserts are segmented.28. The protective headgear of claim 22 , wherein each of the plurality of protective inserts are segmented.29. The protective headgear of claim 21 , wherein the plurality of protective inserts are aerated.30. The protective headgear of claim 21 , wherein the plurality of pouches includes a first pouch attached to the outer surface of the headband at a first primarily smooth location claim 21 , and a second pouch attached to the outer surface of the headband at a second primarily smooth ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Garment With Sound Absorbing Layer

Номер: US20190014842A1
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A garment engaged in a sound-reducing state includes a first garment portion formed with a sound-absorbing material with transmission loss properties and configured to surround a wearer's head and ears to form a substantially enclosed reduced-sound zone, when the first garment portion is engaged in a sound-reducing state. The garment also includes a second garment portion operable with the first garment portion, for example, where the first garment portion is a hood and the second garment portion is the body of a hooded sweatshirt. In the sound-reducing state, the sound-absorbing barrier material reduces an amount of sound passing through the sound-absorbing material and over the material on the inside of the reduced-sound zone into the substantially enclosed reduced-sound zone. 1. A garment engaged in a sound-reducing state , comprising:a first garment portion, the first garment portion formed from a sound attenuating cloth that comprises a base layer, a layer of sound barrier material provided on the base layer and a layer of sound-absorbing material is provided on the sound barrier layer and configured to surround part of a wearer's head and form a substantially enclosed reduced-sound zone about the user's ears when the first garment portion is engaged in a sound-reducing state; anda second garment portion operable with the first garment portion;wherein in the sound-reducing state, the layer sound-absorbing material and the sound barrier layer together substantially reduce an amount of sound passing over and through the sound attenuating cloth into the substantially enclosed reduced-sound zone.2. The garment of claim 1 , further comprising a second sound-absorbing layer provided between the base layer and the sound barrier layer.3. The garment of claim 1 , further comprising a second base layer provided on the sound absorbing layer.4. The garment of claim 1 , wherein the base layer is a natural or synthetic material.5. The garment of claim 1 , wherein the first ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

HELMET-SPECIFIC INNER CAP

Номер: US20190014853A1
Автор: Ji Jack
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The use of select knitting processes allow the production of a cap liner with a separate eye opening and several distinct mesh structures that are individually designed to enhance the comfort of the eyes, nose, and mouth of the wearer. Generally, the cap liner comprises: (a) a cap body comprising an upper mesh structure; (b) a neck retainer that is integrally formed with the cap body; (c) an eye opening positioned in the cap body; (d) a first ear position positioned in the cap body comprising a second mesh structure; (e) a second ear position positioned in the cap body comprising a third mesh structure; (f) a nasal ventilation positioned in the cap body comprising a fourth mesh structure; (g) a mouth ventilation positioned in the cap body comprising the fourth mesh structure or a fifth mesh structure; (h) a neck retainer base positioned on the neck retainer that is integrally formed with the neck retainer and comprises a sixth mesh structure or a two-layered structure; and (i) an edging at least partially surrounding the eye opening that comprises a three-layered structure. 1. A cap liner for a helmet , said cap liner comprising:(a) a cap body, wherein the cap body comprises an upper end portion comprising a first mesh structure;(b) a neck retainer, wherein the cap body and the neck retainer are integrally connected;(c) an eye opening positioned in the cap body;(d) a first ear position positioned in the cap body, wherein the first ear position comprises a second mesh structure;(e) a second ear position positioned in the cap body, wherein the second ear position comprises a third mesh structure;(f) a nasal ventilation positioned in the cap body, wherein the nasal ventilation comprises a fourth mesh structure; and(g) a mouth ventilation positioned in the cap body, wherein the mouth ventilation comprises the fourth mesh structure or a fifth mesh structure.2. The cap liner according to claim 1 , further comprising a neck retainer base positioned on the neck retainer ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

WEARABLE AUDIO USER INTERFACE APPARATUS, METHOD, AND ARTICLE OF MANUFACTURE

Номер: US20210014607A1
Автор: COHEN LEE, Snyder Ross
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A method, apparatus, and article of manufacture for a wearable audio user interface are described. In accordance with at least one embodiment, the apparatus or article of manufacture comprises a head covering configured to cover an upper portion of a user's head, a transmit audio transducer located in a forehead region of the head covering, and a receive audio transducer located in a temporal region of the head covering. The transmit audio transducer is configured to provide directional response oriented toward a user's mouth to obtain a transmit audio signal. The receive audio transducer is configured to convert a receive audio signal to a form perceptible by a user's ear. As one example, the head covering comprises elasticized knit textile material, and an interface circuit may be located in an occipital region of the head covering and connected to the transmit audio transducer and to the receive audio transducer. 1. An apparatus comprising:a head covering configured to cover an upper portion of a user's head;a transmit audio transducer located in a forehead region of the head covering, the transmit audio transducer configured to provide directional response oriented toward a user's mouth to obtain a transmit audio signal; anda receive audio transducer located in a temporal region of the head covering, the receive audio transducer configured to convert a receive audio signal to a form perceptible by a user's ear.2. The apparatus of wherein the head covering is a skullcap of elasticized knit textile material.3. The apparatus of wherein the receive audio transducer comprises a contact surface exposed to enable direct contact with the user's head through an aperture defined on an interior surface of the head covering.4. The apparatus of further comprising:a transmit audio transducer array comprising the transmit audio transducer and at least one other transmit audio transducer, the transmit audio transducer array configured to provide the directional response ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

A reversible beanie with a pom-pom

Номер: US20200015534A1

A reversible headwear ( 100 ), such as a beanie, includes a reversible headwear body ( 110 ) and a pom-pom ( 150 ) connected thereto. The reversible headwear body ( 110 ) is adjustable between a first configuration and a second configuration. The headwear body ( 110 ) has a first surface ( 112 ) and an opposite second surface ( 114 ). The first and second surfaces ( 112, 114 ) correspond to outer and inner surfaces respectively in the first configuration of the headwear body ( 110 ), and to the inner and outer surfaces respectively in the second configuration of the headwear body ( 110 ). The headwear body ( 110 ) has a through-hole ( 130 ) extending from the first surface ( 112 ) to the second surface ( 114 ). The pom-pom ( 150 ) is configured to be connected to the headwear body ( 110 ) to allow movement of the connected pom-pom ( 150 ) through the through-hole ( 130 ) for positioning the connected pom-pom ( 150 ) over the opening on or over the outer surface when the headwear body ( 110 ) is in the first configuration or the second configuration.

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

CONVERTIBLE HAT

Номер: US20200015535A1
Автор: Costenbader David G.
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A system for displaying changeable messages in a hat is shown and described. The system may include a hat including a crown and a button affixed to the crown, and a message display removably attachable to the crown. The message display may include comprising a message panel, an attachment element configured to engage the hat by sliding into close fit with the button between the button and the crown, and a post spanning the message panel and the attachment element. The message panel may be perpendicular to the attachment element. The attachment element may include a slot including a closed proximal end proximate the message panel and an open distal end such that the slot surrounds a juncture between the crown and the button when the message display is deployed. The slot may have a relatively wide portion proximate the open distal end and a relatively narrow portion proximate the closed proximal end. 1. A system for displaying changeable messages on a hat having a top button , the system comprising:a hat including a crown and a button affixed to the crown, anda message display removably attachable to the crown, the message display comprising a message panel and an attachment element configured to engage the hat by interfit with the button.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the attachment element comprises a clevis dimensioned and configured to slide into close fit with the button between the button and the crown.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising a post spanning the message panel and the attachment element.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the attachment element is substantially planar and has a nominal thickness claim 2 , the message panel is substantially planar and has a nominal thickness claim 2 , and the message panel is perpendicular to the attachment element.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the attachment element comprises a slot including a closed proximal end proximate the message panel and an open distal end claim 2 , wherein the slot surrounds ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

Combination hat and bandana assembly

Номер: US20200015540A1
Автор: Ronald Baum
Принадлежит: Individual

A combination hat and bandana assembly for absorbing sweat when a hat is worn includes a hat that is worn on a user's head. The hat has a rim and an inside surface, and the rim encircles the user's head when the hat is worn. A bandana is coupled to the hat. The bandana is positionable in a deployed position having the bandana extending downwardly from the rim. Thus, the bandana encircles the user's head when the hat is worn. The bandana is foldable into a stored position having the bandana being positioned in the hat.

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE HEADWEAR PROVIDING A DRAPING MATERIAL

Номер: US20210015193A1
Автор: Silver John Austin
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A protective headwear with a draping material for protecting the wearer's neck and ears from the environmental elements is provided. The protective headwear is adapted to worn even if the wearer is wearing another form of headwear. The protective headwear provides an elongated member that can be selectively attached around the head of a wearer by way of an adjustable attachment point. The elongated member also has a draping material for extending therefrom for protecting the wearer's neck and ears from the environmental elements, such as the sunlight. 1. A protective headwear with a draping material for covering a neck and ears of a wearer , comprising:an elongated member having a length-to-thickness ratio of at least three-to-one, the elongated member extending between a first connector and a second connector;said connectors removably attach to each other at one of a plurality of portions of the other connector, thereby defining an adjustable attachment point; anda draping material depending from a longitudinal portion of the elongated member, wherein a distal end of the draping material is six or more inches from said longitudinal portion.2. The protective headwear of claim 1 , wherein the draping material has a rounded triangular shape.3. The protective headwear of claim 1 , wherein the elongated member has a neoprene core wrapped within an outer material.4. The protective headwear of claim 1 , wherein the first connector and the second connector are hook and loop connectors claim 1 , respectively.5. A protective headwear for covering a neck and ears of a wearer claim 1 , comprising:an elongated member having a length-to-thickness ratio of at least three-to-one, wherein the elongated member extends between a first connector and a second connector, and wherein the elongated member has a neoprene core wrapped within an outer material;said connectors removably attach to each other at one of a plurality of portions of the other connector, thereby defining an ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

WIG CAP

Номер: US20140101827A1
Автор: Dennis Radi
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The cap is a durable flexible head covering foundation article to be used on the head of a person under an artificial head covering. The body is dome shaped and contains a smooth inner layer to protect the natural hair and hairline and to retain/provide moisture to the natural hair thereby lessening breakage along the hairline and the hair itself that can be caused by artificial head coverings. The body also includes a smooth or textured outer layer with notches above/framing the top of the ears enabling it to conform to the head of the wearer. The body further includes a reinforced rim allowing for lasting or durable stretch memory of the perimeter of the cap. The present invention contains zero to multiple openings allowing for attachment of the artificial head covering to the natural hair of the wearer. 1. A flexible, durable head covering foundation article with a smooth inner layer with zero to multiple openings/slits to be used on the head of a person under an artificial head covering such as a wig, cap, hat, etc whereby the invention protects the hairline and hair of the wearer from damage while allowing for secure placement of the artificial head covering on the head of the wearer the article being comprised of a material that conforms to the head of the wearer and containing a tapered reinforced elasticized bottom/rim edge encircling the perimeter of the head with notches framing the top of both ears. Claims the benefit of the provisional application #61710788Not ApplicableNot Applicable1. Technical FieldThis invention relates to a wig cap and more specifically a wig cap that effectively protects the hairline and the hair from thinning, baldness, and breakage as a result of wearing wigs and hats.2. Prior ArtThe problem with wig caps currently on the market is that they are made of a nylon that does not adequately protect the hairline from the rim of the wig or the adhesive used on many wigs to secure the lace of the wig to the head and give a more natural ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Easily unraveled textile article

Номер: US20140101903A1
Автор: John L. Tuttle
Принадлежит: Individual

A device is provided including a textile article. The textile article includes a leading edge comprising an open loop and a secured loose end. The device further includes a piece of hardware threaded through the open loop. The textile article is configured to easily unravel by removing the piece of hardware from the open loop and pulling upon the secured loose end.

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

Virtual reality hat apparatus

Номер: US20180017796A1
Автор: Nicolas A. Toso
Принадлежит: Individual

A virtual reality hat is a baseball style cap that functions as a virtual reality headset having a double brim that hinges at the attachment point of the crown and the bottom brim portion is able to hinge downward exposing a cell phone holder and a lens that function together to provide virtual reality to the wearer when desired. The brims collapse together in an instant to conceal the virtual reality headset.

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

Headgear having insulated ventilation channels and perspiration and moisture drainage channel

Номер: US20150020292A1
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This headgear having insulated ventilation channels and perspiration and moisture drainage channel consists of top insulated ventilation channels with front ventilation openings and rear ventilation openings Insulated side walls with side ventilation openings Rim with embedded perspiration and moisture drainage channel Perspiration and moisture drainage channel perspiration and moisture collection holes and perspiration and moisture drainage holes and rim adjustment strap Air circulates between front and back of top of headgear through insulated ventilation channels to aid in the removal of excess moisture and heat from the top of the wearer's head. Insulated side walls with ventilation holes aid in the removal of excess moisture and heat from the sides of the wearer's head. Perspiration and moisture from the wearer's head is removed through collection holes placed on the rim embedded perspiration and moisture drainage channel and drained through discharge holes placed at the ends of the drainage channel in the rear area of the headgear. Other embodiments are described and shown. 1. A headgear suited for extraneous outdoor activities comprising:{'b': 50', '44', '52, 'a. a rim with a plurality of front ventilation openings and a visor ,'}{'b': 44', '42', '62', '56', '58', '60, 'b. said front ventilation openings open to a plurality of insulated ventilation channels and a plurality of insulated ventilation channel support ribs having means for attachment to top structural arch and bottom structural arch having means to form a rear ventilation opening ,'}{'b': 56', '58', '50, 'c. said top structural arch and said bottom structural arch having means for attachment to rear area of said rim ,'}{'b': 50', '66', '64', '68, 'd. the rim having means for attachment to rim embedded perspiration and moisture drainage channel perspiration and moisture collection holes and perspiration and moisture discharge holes ,'}{'b': 46', '48', '50', '62', '56', '58, 'e. insulated side walls ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

Protective garment for an individual that maintains his "cool" look while inconspicuously protecting him

Номер: US20160021947A1
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The present invention is a protective garment for individuals which includes a hoodie with a hood and a pair of sleeves, a head protective element and elbow, shoulder, wrist, back and torso protective pads. The head protective element is coupled to the hood of the hoodie by a fastening system. Each of the elbow protective pads is coupled to the hoodie by a fastening system. Protective elements are spacer fabrics filled with a shear thickening (also known as dilatant) gel having flexibility and drape-ability so as not to degrade the natural “cool” look of a standard garment. 1. A protective garment for individuals comprises:a. a hoodie with a hood and a pair of long sleeves and unobtrusive protective elements composed of 3 to 20 millimeters thick gel filled spacer fabric,a hoodie with a hood and a pair of sleeves;b. a protective element being coupled to said hood of said hoodie by a fastening system; andc. Elbow, shoulder, wrist, back and torso protective pads elements each of which being coupled to one of parts of said sleeves of said hoodie garment by a fastening system whereby said protective garment not only maintains a look that most individuals think is “cool,” but also provides protection of other more conspicuous protective garments inconspicuously.2. A protective garment according to wherein said protective elements are spacer fabrics filled with a shear thickening (also known as dilatant) gel and sealed around the perimeter wherein said spacer fabrics contain gels yielding enhanced impact protection (reduction of >80% in transmitted force at 10 Joules when tested according to EN1621-1) stemming from the combination of the resiliency inherent in the spacer fabric construction principle and the reaction of the contained gel to impact and shear.3. The protective elements of having flexibility and drape-ability so as not to degrade the natural “cool” look of a standard garment.4. The dilatant gel of composed of one or more of the following combinations: silica ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

HAT WITH SHAPE-CHANGEABLE VISOR OR BRIM

Номер: US20160021959A1
Автор: Song Won Young
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According to an embodiment of the present invention, a hat comprises a hat body put on a user's head and a visor externally projecting from the hat body. The visor comprises a pair of upper and lower external layers and a core material formed between the pair of upper and lower external layers. The core material includes a base material formed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fabric and a variable resin layer formed by applying a thermoplastic resin having a low melting point onto the base material, The variable resin layer is formed of a low melting point thermoplastic polyester resin with a softening point of 80° C. to 110° C. 1. A hat , comprising:a hat body put on a user's head; and a pair of upper and lower external layers, and', 'a core material formed between the pair of upper and lower external layers, the core material including a base material formed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fabric and a variable resin layer formed by applying a thermoplastic resin having a law melting point onto the base material, and wherein the variable resin layer is formed of a low melting point thermoplastic polyester resin with a softening point of 80° C. to 110° C., 'a visor externally projecting from the hat body, wherein the visor comprises2. The hat of claim 1 , wherein the low melting point thermoplastic polyester resin is prepared by mixing and esterifying terephthalic acid of 100 parts by weight claim 1 , isophthalic acid of 50 to 75 parts by weight claim 1 , ethylene glycol of 60 to 75 parts by weight claim 1 , and diethylene glycol of 3 to 13 parts by weight. This patent application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119 to Korean Utility Model Application No. 20-2014-0005607, filed on Jul. 25, 2014, in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.Embodiments of the present invention relate to hats with a shape-changeable visor or brim, and more specifically, to hats with a brim that may be ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

REVERSE SPLIT BRIM

Номер: US20160021960A1
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Embodiments are disclosed for headwear including a folding brim. For example, the headwear may include a headwear body including a crown, and a hat brim extending from the crown, the hat brim including one or more slits forming a hinge on an underside of the hat brim for folding the hat brim, each slit being reinforced with bias material along each edge of the slit and a center webbing over an opening formable under the slit when the brim is in a folded position, the bias material being coupled to an inner surface of each edge of the slit. 1. Headwear comprising:a headwear body including a crown; anda hat brim extending from the crown, the hat brim including one or more slits forming a hinge on an underside of the hat brim for folding the hat brim, each slit being reinforced with bias material along each edge of the slit and a center webbing over an opening formable under the slit when the brim is in a folded position, the bias material being coupled to an inner surface of each edge of the slit.2. The headwear of claim 1 , wherein the hat brim further includes a brim substrate claim 1 , the inner surface of each edge of the slit facing away from a face of a wearer of the headwear and toward the brim substrate.3. The headwear of claim 2 , wherein the brim substrate is sandwiched between two or more brim material pieces comprising an outer material of the brim that is exposed to an environment of the headwear.4. The headwear of claim 3 , wherein the two or more brim material pieces includes an under brim material piece having an outer surface facing the face of the wearer and an upper brim material piece having an outer surface facing away from the face of the wearer claim 3 , and wherein the bias material is coupled to a surface of the brim substrate facing or in face-sharing contact with the upper brim material piece.5. The headwear of claim 4 , wherein the center webbing is coupled to one or more of the bias material and the surface of the brim substrate facing or ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

ELASTIC SIZING MECHANISM

Номер: US20160021961A1
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Embodiments are disclosed for headwear comprising a crown including a cap, and a size-adjusting mechanism extending around a portion of a perimeter of the cap and adapted to selectively adjust a size of the cap. The size-adjusting mechanism may comprise a first tab including a plurality of holes, and a second tab including a plurality of snaps configured to engage with the plurality of holes of the first tab, at least one of the first tab and the second tab being coupled to the perimeter of the cap via an elastic portion attached to a terminal end of a rigid portion of that tab. 1. Headwear comprising:a crown including a cap; anda size-adjusting mechanism extending around a portion of a perimeter of the cap and adapted to selectively adjust a size of the cap, the size-adjusting mechanism comprising a first tab including a plurality of holes, and a second tab including a plurality of snaps configured to engage with the plurality of holes of the first tab, at least one of the first tab and the second tab being coupled to the perimeter of the cap via an elastic portion attached to a terminal end of a rigid portion of that tab.2. The headwear of claim 1 , further comprising a visor extending from the cap and a headband extending around a portion of the perimeter of an interior of the cap and including terminating ends that are spaced from one another at an opening in a rear of the cap.3. The headwear of claim 2 , wherein the elastic portion of the first tab and/or the second tab is attached between the headband and the crown and wherein at least a portion of the elastic portion that is attached between the headband and the crown extends within a pocket formed between the headband and the crown.4. The headwear of claim 2 , wherein the elastic portion of the first tab and/or the second tab comprises an elastic strap extending from the terminal end of that tab to an attachment point on the perimeter of the cap claim 2 , the attachment point for the elastic strap being ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

Visor with Plug In Accessory Sockets

Номер: US20160021963A1
Автор: Johns Stephen
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Visors and methods of using a soft type foam visor formed from a pliable and flexible material, such as but not limited to EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) having patterns of through-holes and partial cutouts for allowing accessories such as labels, charms, badges, puncture tool and sunglass/eyeglass supports and the like, to be plugged into the holes and cut-outs and easily removable and interchangeable with other accessories. A removable rear head strap be attached to the visor, having a plurality of holes with fasteners to adjust the strap to different head sizes. 1. A visor assembly , comprising:a brim and a front headband formed from a plastic material, the headband having a left end and a right end;a separate removable rear headband strap having a first end for being attachable and detachable from the left end of the front headband, and a second end for being attachable and detachable from the right end of the front headband;a first rivet member and a first alignment stud for attaching the first end of the removable rear headband strap to the left end of the front headband; anda second rivet member and a second alignment stud for attaching the second end of the removable rear headband strap to the right end of the front headband.2. The visor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of slots on the left end of the headband; anda plurality of slots on the right end of the headband.3. The visor assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first alignment stud protrudes inward from the first end of the headband strap claim 2 , and the second alignment stud protrudes inward from the second end of the headband strap.4. The visor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the brim includes:an curved outer perimeter edge;a curved base edge which transitions to a lower front edge of the front edge of the front headband; anda raised curved rim on the outer curved perimeter edge of the brim.5. The visor assembly of claim 4 , further comprising:a raised curved rim on the curved base edge ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

SENSOR MODULE FOR SENSING FORCES TO THE HEAD OF AN INDIVIDUAL AND WIRELESSLY TRANSMITTING SIGNALS CORRESPONDING THERETO FOR ANALYSIS, TRACKING AND/OR REPORTING THE SENSED FORCES

Номер: US20170020205A1
Принадлежит: Triax Technologies, Inc.

Sensor module for sensing forces to the head of an individual and wirelessly transmitting signals corresponding thereto for analysis, tracking and/or reporting the sensed forces. 1. An assembly for sensing forces to a head of an individual comprisinga flexible support having a shape to surround at least a portion of the head of the individual; a sensor module attachable to the flexible support, the sensor module configured to sense forces experienced by the head of the individual in three orthogonal axes, and communicate one or more signals of the forces sensed in the three orthogonal axes;a wireless transmitter incorporated in the sensor module for transmitting the one or more signals;the sensor module further comprising at least one processor configured to analyze force signals sensed by the sensor module and trigger communication of the one or more signals responsive to detecting forces exceeding a predetermined threshold to a remote device.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible support is formed by an elastic headband.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein said headband includes a membrane for covering the top of the head to form a skullcap.4. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the headband further comprises a non-stretchable material.5. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the headband further comprises an inner surface and at least one non-Newtonian fluid portion positioned on the inner surface to buffer the sensor module and a back of the head.6. The assembly of claim 5 , wherein the at least one non-Newtonian fluid portion is configured to thicken responsive to impact on the individual and facilitate accurate sensing of forces to the head.7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible support includes an elastic.8. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible support is constructed and arranged to limit double hit sensing in response to an impact on the individual.9. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible support further comprises at least ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Securable Hat

Номер: US20170020220A1
Автор: Plon Richard Stanley
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The present invention provides hats with attachment assemblies allowing them to be detachably secured in an exterior-side out configuration to a belt of medium width worn around the wearer's waist, without requiring the hats to be inverted, reversed, or folded in a complex fashion, and without any need for pockets, linings, zippers or the like. The hats may also be provided with retention members for holding the hats in a simple folded configuration when carried on a belt. 1. A securable hat comprising:a crown portion for covering a wearer's head, the crown portion including an interior side for engaging the head and an exterior side for facing away from the head;a brim portion extending outwardly from a lower edge of the crown portion, the brim portion including an interior side and an exterior side; andan attachment assembly for detachably securing the hat in an exterior-side out configuration to a belt worn on the wearer's waist, the attachment assembly comprising at least one strip of flexible material having at least one of a first end and a second end attached to either the brim portion or the crown portion of the hat;wherein the strip has a length sufficient to extend transversely over a waist belt of at least medium width.2. The securable hat according to claim 1 , wherein the first end of the strip is permanently secured to the exterior side of the crown portion of the hat.3. The securable hat according to claim 2 , wherein:the hat and the strip are formed of fabric; and the first end of the strip is sewn to the crown portion of the hat.4. The securable hat according to claim 2 , wherein the attachment assembly further comprises:a first fastener element of a releasable connection mounted on the second end of the strip; anda second fastener element of a releasable connection mounted on the crown portion of the hat;wherein said first fastener element and second fastener element are configured to releasably engage one another to detachably secure the second ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Headwear having retention features

Номер: US20170020221A1
Автор: James F. HARSH
Принадлежит: Thundagear Inc

The invention includes a headwear apparatus configured to be worn on the head of an individual. In particular embodiments, the headwear apparatus includes a head-receiving body having an inner cavity configured to receive a portion of a head and an opening providing access into the inner cavity from an exterior side of the headwear apparatus. The headband apparatus a band operably attached along a perimeter of the opening of the body and one or more retention members affixed to an inner side of the band and configured to improve the retention of the headwear apparatus upon the individual when worn.

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Headwear Item Comprising Hair Locating Sections for Locating a Bundle of Hair at Different Positions on a Wearer's Head

Номер: US20170020222A1
Автор: Arnott Mackenzie Rae
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A headwear piece for comfortably wearing with lengthy hair has a hair opening for passing a bundle of a wearer's hair therethrough. The headwear piece features at least one elastic member spanning across the hair opening, each of which divides the hair opening into separate hair locating sections. The hair locating sections are usable for locating the bundle of hair at different positions on the head of the wearer. 1. A headwear item for comfortably wearing with lengthy hair comprising:a cap portion formed as a generally hemi-spherical body having an apex at a top of the cap portion and an annular periphery at a bottom of the cap portion that defines a head opening for receiving a head of a wearer within the cap portion;a hair opening in the cap portion sized smaller than the head opening for passing a bundle of hair of the wearer therethrough;the hair opening being located between the annular periphery and the apex;at least one elongate elastic member spanning across the hair opening;each elastic member dividing the hair opening into separate hair locating sections, each of which is collectively defined by a portion of a periphery of the hair opening and a side of the respective elastic member;the hair locating sections being usable for locating the bundle of hair at different positions on the head of the wearer.2. The headwear item according to wherein said at least one elastic members comprises a plurality of elastic members spanning across the hair opening at spaced positions relative to one another.3. The headwear item according to wherein one or more of said at least one elastic member has an inner surface facing inwardly towards an inside of the cap portion that comprises a gripping material usable for resisting movement of the cap portion relative to the head of the wearer.4. The headwear item according to wherein the gripping material is a polymeric material.5. The headwear item according to wherein each elastic member is sufficiently resilient to resist ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Cooled Insulated Headgear Device

Номер: US20170020721A1
Автор: Kobilca Mark S.
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A headgear device for inhibiting a user from losing hair is provided. The user has a scalp with the hair growing from hair follicles in the scalp. The headgear device comprises a head covering and a cooled gel insert receivable within the head covering. The cooled gel insert cools the scalp and the hair follicles, restricting the flow of blood to the scalp and the hair follicles. 1. A headgear device for inhibiting a user from losing hair , the user having a scalp , the hair growing from hair follicles in the scalp , the headgear device comprising:a head covering; anda cooled gel insert receivable within the head covering;wherein the cooled gel insert cools the scalp and the hair follicles, restricting the flow of blood to the scalp and the hair follicles.2. The headgear device of wherein the head covering is a cap.3. The headgear device of wherein the cap is malleable and deformable.4. The headgear device of wherein the head covering is a hard-sided helmet.5. The headgear device of wherein the helmet is insulated inhibiting cold air from escaping the helmet during wear.6. The headgear device of wherein the head covering encompass the top claim 1 , sides claim 1 , and base of the user.7. The headgear device of wherein the cooled gel insert is covered in a fine claim 1 , medical grade plastic and nylon material that transmits the cool temperature to the scalp of the user.8. The headgear device of and further comprising:an electrical cooling system for maintaining the cooled gel insert at a desired cooled temperature.9. The headgear device of and further comprising:a rechargeable battery for powering the electrical cooling system.10. The headgear device of and further comprising:a chin strap attached to a base of an opening of the head covering.11. The headgear device of and further comprising:a hook and loop fastener for securing the chin strap.12. The headgear device of wherein the cooled gel insert covers only a portion of an interior surface of the head covering. ...

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

CAP WITH A BILL HAVING UPPER AND LOWER PORTIONS DISPLAYING INFORMATION WHEN SPACED-APART

Номер: US20180020757A9
Автор: Kay Jordan S., Kay Neil J.
Принадлежит: Cisco Sales Corp.

A flip cap which has crown and bill portions, the bill having upper and lower members, at least one of the upper and lower members having a surface capable of displaying information secured thereto when the upper and lower members are spaced-apart. 1. A flip bill member comprising:a crown portion to be worn on a head of a person;a bill portion affixed to said crown portion and comprising upper and lower members;means for removably securing said upper and lower bill members together in a first position;means for securing said lower and upper bill members in a spaced-apart position from each other; andmeans for forming a cut out portion on said upper bill portion thus creating at least two elongated protrusions that create pressure on selected points of the lower bill portion.2. The member of wherein said spaced-apart position is approximately 90 degrees.3. The member of wherein said upper bill member has a first surface viewable to observers when said first and second bill members are in said spaced-apart position.4. The member of wherein said first surface comprises a satin cloth material.5. The member of wherein said first surface has messages formed thereon.6. The member of wherein said member is a cap.7. The member of wherein said member is a visor.8. The member of wherein said securing means comprises a plurality of holes formed in the upper bill member and a plurality of aligned pin members formed in said lower bill portion.9. The member of wherein said holes are oval shaped.10. The member of wherein a lower edge of said upper bill member has a shape that enables it to engage at least two of said pin members formed on said lower bill member when said lower and upper bill members are spaced-apart claim 8 , thereby maintaining said lower and upper bill members in said spaced-apart position.11. The member of wherein said upper member is secured to a first material formed around its edge.12. The member of wherein said lower member is secured to a second material ...

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

Tassel Securing Graduate Cap Device

Номер: US20180020758A1
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A tassel securing graduate cap device inhibits undesired movement or positioning of a tassel while wearing a graduation cap. The device includes a board coupled to a skull cap. The board has a perimeter edge. A line has a first end coupled to the board and a second end coupled to a tassel such that the line extends over the perimeter edge of the board. A slot extends into the perimeter edge of the board. The line is positionable in the slot wherein the slot inhibits sliding of the line along the perimeter edge of the board. 1. A tassel securing graduation cap device comprising:a skull cap;a board coupled to said skull cap, said board having a perimeter edge;a tassel;a line having a first end coupled to said board and a second end coupled to said tassel such that said line extends over said perimeter edge of said board; anda slot, said slot extending into said perimeter edge of said board, said line being positionable in said slot wherein said slot inhibits sliding of said line along said perimeter edge of said board.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising said slot having a first section extending inwardly from said perimeter edge of said board claim 1 , said first section forming an acute angle with said perimeter edge of said board.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising said slot having a second section extending into said board from a distal end of said first section relative to said perimeter edge of said board.4. The device of claim 3 , further comprising each of said first section and said second section of said slot being straight.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising said board being square wherein said perimeter edge of said board defines a front point claim 1 , a rear point claim 1 , and a pair of lateral points.6. The device of claim 5 , further comprising said slot extending into said perimeter edge along a side of said perimeter edge between said front point and one of said lateral points.7. The device of claim 1 , further ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

SKULL MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR HEADGEAR AND HEADGEAR WITH SKULL MOUNTING SYSTEM

Номер: US20220039499A1
Принадлежит: Sata GmbH & Co. KG

A skull mounting system for headgear, preferably a respirator hood, includes a headband with a front headband and a rear headband. The front headband extends around at least the front of the head of the wearer and the rear headband is found on the back of the head of the wearer, and at least one upper headband is provided that extends over the top of the head of the wearer. The upper headband has higher elasticity than the front and rear headbands. 1. A skull mounting system for headgear , the system comprising a headband with a front headband and a rear headband , the front headband extending around at least the front of the head of the wearer and the rear headband being situated on the back of the head of the wearer , and at least one upper headband is provided that extends over the top of the head of the wearer , wherein the at least one upper headband has a higher elasticity than the front and rear headbands.2. The skull mounting system of claim 1 , wherein the higher elasticity is in a band longitudinal direction.3. The skull mounting system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one upper headband is rubber-elastic.4. The skull mounting system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one upper headband comprises a plurality of upper headband sections and wherein the plurality of upper headband sections is guided over the top of the head of the wearer.5. The skull mounting system of claim 4 , wherein lengths of the plurality of upper headband sections overlap once and/or the plurality of upper headband sections form a coherent upper headband.6. The skull mounting system of claim 1 , wherein the front headband has a convex arch when the front headband is unloaded claim 1 , at least in areas that can directly or indirectly come in contact with the forehead of the wearer when worn claim 1 , which extends along the length of the front headband.7. The skull mounting system of claim 1 , wherein the front headband has a concave arch when the front headband is unloaded claim 1 , ...

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LOW PROFILE BODY PROTECTION DEVICE

Номер: US20190021415A1
Принадлежит:

A body protection device having a clothing component and one or more thin protective components provided with the clothing component. The thin protective components provide protection to a wearer of the clothing component. Advantageously, the thin protective components are substantially hidden so that the clothing component can look to others like a regular item of clothing. In one embodiment, the clothing component is a hat having at least one thin force absorbing member. 1. A protective head device , comprising:a fabric covering; andat least one thin force absorbing member, the at least one thin force absorbing member being covered by the fabric covering,wherein the at least one thin force absorbing member has a plurality of openings,wherein the at least one thin force absorbing member has a thickness of approximately 1 to 5 millimeters, andwherein the at least one thin force absorbing member consists of polyurethane foam.2. A protective head device , comprising:a fabric covering forming an interior opening; andat least one thin force absorbing member internal to the interior opening of the fabric covering,wherein the at least one thin force absorbing member has a plurality of openings, andwherein the at least one thin force absorbing member has a thickness of approximately 1 to 5 millimeters.3. The protective head device of claim 2 , wherein the fabric covering is formed from a single piece of fabric material.4. A protective device claim 2 , comprising:a plurality of thin force absorbing members, each of the plurality of thin force absorbing members having a thickness of approximately 1 to 5 millimeters; anda fabric covering provided over the plurality of thin force absorbing members,wherein each of the plurality of thin force absorbing members consists of polyurethane foam. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/342,872, filed Jan. 3, 2012, entitled “LOW PROFILE BODY PROTECTION DEVICE,” which is herein incorporated by reference ...

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Skin protecting garment

Номер: US20190021428A1
Автор: Lucy Page
Принадлежит: Individual

A skin protecting garment includes a back panel, a lower front panel coupled to the back panel, and an upper front panel coupled to the back panel. An upward facing opening is formed by the back panel and the upper front panel. The upward facing opening is dimensioned, shaped and positioned to expose a top of a user's head. A forward facing slit is between the lower front panel and the upper front panel. The forward facing slit is dimensioned, shaped and positioned to expose the user's eyes. The back panel, the lower front panel and the upper front panel are each formed of a material configured to block ultraviolet (UV) light.

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Hat with flex to store or use eyeshield

Номер: US20190021430A1
Принадлежит: Individual

An eyeshield made of flexible transparent plastic is attached to the underside of a curved brim of an article of headwear by a connection which will let the eyeshield flex from an open, viewable position to a closed hidden position. By utilizing the formed curvature of the brim, the eyeshield can be flexed into a concaved closed position against the underside of the brim. By manually pulling the rear, unattached edge of the eyeshield down from the stored position, the eyeshield will flex into a convex shape and lock into an open, viewable position perpendicular to the brim of the article of headwear.

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