U.S. patent application number 14/166993 was filed with the patent office on 2015-07-30 for s.a.t (spring absorption technology).
This patent application is currently assigned to Sedrick Day. The applicant listed for this patent is Sedrick Dewayne Day. Invention is credited to Sedrick Dewayne Day.
Application Number | 20150208751 14/166993 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 53677830 |
Filed Date | 2015-07-30 |
United States Patent
Application |
20150208751 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Day; Sedrick Dewayne |
July 30, 2015 |
S.A.T (Spring Absorption Technology)
Abstract
The S.A.T. (Spring Absorption Technology) helmet is designed to
more effectively absorb the impact from an object that comes in
contact with the helmet worn by an individual. The S.A.T. helmet is
designed with 2 shells separated by 1 or more springs. The springs
act as a repelling feature that will help absorb the force from an
object that comes in contact with the helmet with S.A.T. to help
protect against potential head injuries.
Inventors: |
Day; Sedrick Dewayne;
(Atlanta, GA) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Day; Sedrick Dewayne |
Atlanta |
GA |
US |
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Assignee: |
Day; Sedrick
Atlanta
GA
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Family ID: |
53677830 |
Appl. No.: |
14/166993 |
Filed: |
January 29, 2014 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
2/414 ;
2/411 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A42B 3/064 20130101;
A42B 3/124 20130101 |
International
Class: |
A42B 3/12 20060101
A42B003/12 |
Claims
1. The S.A.T. helmet is composed of 2 shells. The inner shell (FIG.
2) has 1 or more springs attached to its outer surface. The inner
portion of the inner shell has interior padding similar to that
typically used in conventional helmets.
2. The S.A.T. helmet has an outer shell (FIG. 1) that connects to
the inner shell (FIG. 2) without compromising the integrity of the
spring recoil effect. Springs can be connected to: a. the outer
surface of the inner shell (FIG. 1) b. the inner surface of the
outer shell (FIG. 2) c. both the inner surface of the outer shell
(FIG. 1) AND the outer surface of the inner shell (FIG. 2) working
together to absorb the impact.
3. Springs used in FIG. 2 or described in claims 1 and 2 will have
different recoil strengths and size based on the calculated force
at which expected impact or collision would occur, which would have
a different effect on the absorbing properties.
4. When the 2 shells are connected, the head of the participant
would be better protected. The springs will minimize the impact by
absorbing the impact received by the outer shell before it reaches
the inner shell, allowing for a less forceful impact to the head.
This will reduce the rate of concussions better than conventional
head gear.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] This is an invention related to helmet and headgear
accessories. More specifically, the Spring Absorbent Technology
that serves as a unique protection of the participant's head.
[0002] Over the past few years, we have learned the importance of
protecting the head from injuries. Now more than ever, we are more
focused on preventing head injuries such as concussions and other
brain injuries that causes permanent mental dysfunction.
[0003] Conventional Helmets have a foam or equivalent like
cushioning covered by a hard plastic shell which serves as the
heads protection. Although the current conventional helmet protects
does offer some protection, it is not adequate enough to prevent
injuries. My invention adds another layer to the helmet that
absorbs some of the impact. The springs recoil, slowing and
reducing the energy before it reaches the conventional helmet's
protection thus serving as a more adequate protective helmet.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0004] This invention is created and designed to help protect the
participant from head injuries such as concussions and other brain
injuries.
[0005] The Spring Absorbent Technology (S.A.T.) design is not just
limited to just American Football athletes, but can be infused in
many types of head protective gear such as lacrosse, hockey, and
even for motor sports such as racing.
[0006] The S.A.T. helmet provides an extra layer of protection.
S.A.T. adds an absorbent layer comprised of springs to the helmet.
The springs will have different strengths depending on the expected
use of the headgear. There is a hard outer shell and a hard inner
shell separated by springs. When an impact strikes the outer shell,
the spring recoils and absorbs the force caused by the impact. This
limits the force that reaches the inner shell. In addition, the
inner shell will have the foam cushion attached to its inner
surface, similar to framework we see in the conventional helmet.
The (SAT) functions to absorb the energy leading to a significant
decrease in force being transferred to the inner shell. Once at the
inner shell, the energy will have reached the protection provided
by the conventional helmet design.
[0007] Thus, the S.A.T. layer will drastically decrease the number
and severity of head injuries cause by impact sports.
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