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Two sided motorcycle helmet

a motorcycle helmet and two-sided technology, applied in the direction of helmets, helmet covers, headwear, etc., can solve the problem of not carrying a spar

Inactive Publication Date: 2020-10-15
MICELI JOHN L
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This patent describes a protective helmet with various features and options for users. The shell of the helmet is designed to be reversible, meaning it can be worn in two different orientations. The helmet has a mandibular guard and chinstrap for added protection. It also has a face shield and ventilation options. The helmet can be used in various situations to protect the user's head from injury.

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Owing to the limited carriage space on the motorcycle, they may not carry a spare in the event the weather or road conditions change during the ride.

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[0024]The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.

[0025]Broadly, embodiments of the present invention provide a two sided, or reversible, protective helmet. In the non-limiting embodiment shown the helmet is reversible on the wearer's head to select between a closed face shield configuration and an open face visor free experience.

[0026]As seen in reference to the drawings of FIGS. 1-7, the protective helmet 10 of the present invention includes a generally rigid outer spheroidal shell 12 defining an interior cavity. In a first orientation of the helmet 10, shown in reference to FIG. 1, the shell 12 may include a face shield 14 to enclose the wearer's face and eyes from wind, deb...

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Abstract

A two sided motorcycle helmet that allows the operator to select between a full open face helmet and a fully enclosed face helmet. With the fully enclosed face orientation, a face shield protects the face of the wearer. With the full open face orientation, the wearer's face is open to the elements. A padding layer is provided on an interior surface of a shell of the helmet. A chin strap is operable to secure the helmet to the wearer's head in either orientation.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. provisional application No. 62 / 834,010, filed Apr. 15, 2019, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to protective head gear and, more particularly, to protective headgear for motor sports.[0003]When selecting protective head gear for motor sports activities, such as motorcycle helmets, the user confronted with a variety of helmet designs, shapes, and styles. Each choice provides a desired level of protection, a comfort level, or adaptation to a particular weather condition or type of riding.[0004]For riders that have more than one helmet, they may need to decide which helmet to use prior to a ride. Owing to the limited carriage space on the motorcycle, they may not carry a spare in the event the weather or road conditions change during the ride. Initially, an open face helmet may be suitable for a ride,...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A42B3/22A42B3/06
CPCA42B3/066A42B3/221A42B3/326
Inventor MICELI, JOHN L.
Owner MICELI JOHN L
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