Skin protector

a skin protector and outer surface technology, applied in the direction of protective clothing, garments, apparel, etc., can solve the problems of extreme heat on the outer surface of the muffler, and the rear passenger rider is particularly vulnerable to burn injuries on the inner part of the lower leg, and achieve excellent heat resistance

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-05-07
MASTRONARDI LUCIA
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[0008]The present invention is generally directed to a skin protector for users adapted to protect the skin against burns due to contact with hot objects or surfaces such as, for example, the exhaust pipe or muffler of a motorcycle. The skin protector of the present invention is adapted to protect any part of the body including limbs, however it may be preferably configured to protect the leg including the mid- to lower portion of the leg calf area, for situations where a motorcycle rider or occupant may be more prone to inadvertent

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After a long ride or extended idling of the engine, the exterior surface of the muffler can be extremely hot.
The rearward position of the exposed muffler makes the r

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[0032]Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B, a skin protector 30 is shown for the present invention. The skin protector 30 includes a substantially tubular body 32 having a flexible, resilient protective portion 34 with a first and second ends 38 and 40, respectively, and a fastening portion 36 for securing the protective portion 34 to the user's body via attachment to the first and second ends 38 and 40 of the protective portion 34. The skin protector 30 may further include a pocket or compartment 42 with an opening 54, attached to an exterior portion thereof for holding the user's belongings such as keys, currency and coinage, cards such as, for example, driver's license, identification card, and debit / credit card, and the like.

[0033]The tubular body 32 further includes top and bottom openings 44 and 46, respectively, and proximal and distal sides, 48 and 50, respectively. The proximal side 48 of the tubular body 32 having the protective portion 34 is intended to be positioned on the user'...

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[0037]Referring to FIG. 4, a partially cutaway view of a skin protector 60 is shown for the present invention. The skin protector 60 is similar in most features to the previous skin protector 30. The skin protector 60 comprises a flexible, inner covering 62 overlaying the interior surface of the protective portion 34. The inner covering 62 may be composed of the same material or a different material from the outer covering 58. The inner covering 62 functions primarily to minimize abrasion wear on the protective portion 34 during donning and removal, and enhance wear comfort to the user.

[0038]The inner covering 62 may be further adapted for enhanced breathability for wicking moisture from the user's skin and facilitating passage of moisture therethrough. The inner covering 62 may be composed of any suitable moisture wicking material including, but not limited to, closely woven cotton, polymer membrane laminates, microporous textiles and membranes, expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, GO...

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[0039]Referring to FIG. 5, a skin protector 70 is shown for the present invention. The skin protector 70 is similar in most features to the previous skin protector 30. The skin protector 70 includes a fastening portion 72 having a buckle fastener 74 attached to the second end 40 of the protective portion, each in cooperation with a hook and loop fastener strap 76. It will be understood that the fastening portion 72 is not limited to this form, and may include any fastening mechanism as known to those skilled in the art.

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A skin protector for a user such as a motorcycle rider, includes a flexible, resilient protective portion having first and second ends, wherein the protective portion exhibits both heat resistance and insulation to protect the user's skin from heat. The protective portion is dimensioned for shielding a portion of the user's body that may come into contact with a hot surface. The skin protector further includes a fastening portion connecting the first end to the second end of the protective portion for securing the protective portion to the user's body.

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RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This Application claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 002,004, filed on Nov. 6, 2007.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to safety devices or accessories, and more particularly to a skin protector for users such as motorcycle riders.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]A motorcycle is a single-track, two-wheeled, and less commonly three-wheeled, motor vehicle powered by an engine. The motorcycle encompasses many variations including motorbikes, motor scooters, mopeds, sidecar motorcycles, motortricycles and the like. The style of motorcycles will vary depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.[0004]In many parts of the world, motorcycles are among the least expensive and most widespread forms of motorized transport especially in larger cities such as, for examp...

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IPC IPC(8): A41D13/05
CPCA41D13/0543A41D2600/102A41D31/0027A41D31/085
Inventor MASTRONARDI, LUCIA
Owner MASTRONARDI LUCIA
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