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Articulated protective apparatus

A protective device, hinged technology, applied in the direction of protective clothing, clothing, sports accessories, etc., can solve the problems that are not suitable for the fit of the wearer, and the rigid shell is unfavorable

Active Publication Date: 2015-11-04
NIKE INNOVATE CV
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Rigid shells, however, are not conducive to a variety of wearers and do not adapt to the desired fit of the wearer.

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[0016] The subject matter of embodiments of the invention is described with detail herein to satisfy statutory requirements. However, the description itself is not intended to limit the scope of this patent. Rather, the inventors have contemplated that the claimed subject matter could also be implemented in other ways, to include different elements or combinations of elements similar to those described in this document, in conjunction with other present or future technologies. .

[0017] Aspects of the invention relate to a shield that includes an impact shell and an impact-attenuating structure. The impact shell consists of two separate parts that are movably hinged to each other to accommodate the underlying protected part, such as the athlete's shin area. The guard also uses an impact-attenuating structure that acts to dampen the force of an impact and acts as a hinge between the two-part housings. A further aspect includes a puncture-resistant element positioned between...

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Aspects of the present invention relate to a protective apparatus that is comprised of an impact shell and an impact attenuating structure. The impact shell includes two discrete portions that are moveably hinged to one another to conform to the underlying protected portion, such as an athlete's shin region. The protective apparatus also utilizes an impact attenuating structure that functions to attenuate an impact force as well as serve as a hinge between the two-part shell. Additional aspects include a puncture prevention element that is positioned between the two shell portions to resist impalement at the hinge junction formed between the two shell portions. Further, additional aspects utilize one or more channels on a posterior surface of the impact attenuating structure to aid in guiding the articulation of the impact attenuating structure in a location related to the shell articulation joint.

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Background of the invention [0001] Protective devices, such as shin guards or other padded elements, are traditionally used to limit the impact force experienced by a person or object. Some examples of guards rely on a foam-like material placed between the surface being guarded and the point of impact. Guards must be puncture resistant as part of several certification and testing schemes. The piercing force may be applied by, for example, cleats or studs on the opponent's shoe. However, a rigid shell may be used in conjunction with a foamed material because the foamed material may not provide the desired level of puncture protection. Rigid shells, however, are not conducive to fitting a variety of wearers, and do not adapt to the wearer's desired fit. Summary of the invention [0002] Aspects of the invention relate to a shield that includes an impact shell and an impact-attenuating structure. The impact shell consists of two separate parts that are movably hinged to eac...

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IPC IPC(8): A41D13/015
CPCA41D13/0153A41D13/0543A63B2071/1258A63B71/1225A63B2209/02A63B2209/023
Inventor 卡尔·贝伦德奥利弗·麦克拉克伦凯瑟琳·F·莫里森
Owner NIKE INNOVATE CV