Hat With Air Curtain

Abstract

Provided is a hat that creates an air curtain between a wearer and the external environment to prevent contact with contaminants, pathogens, insects, and the like. The device includes a hat with a fan, an air intake, a power switch, a power source, an interior channel, and release points. Air is directed into the hat through the air intake, which then travels through the interior channel towards the release points. The air is compressed and expelled through release points, which are angled downward and away from the wearer. The flow of air creates an air curtain separating the wearer from the external environment.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 064,587 filed on Aug. 12, 2020, entitled, “Hat With Air Curtain”. The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to a hat. More particularly, it pertains to a hat that creates an air curtain to prevent the wearer from coming into contact with contaminants, pathogens, insects, and the like.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Humans have known for centuries that the inhalation of contaminants can cause disease or death. An early form of protection against such contaminants involved covering ones nose and mouth with breathable materials, such as with a Shemagh or a bandana. Modern forms of protection include N-95 masks, which are particulate-filtering masks or respirators that filter at least 95% of airborne particles.[0004]With the e...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a hat that creates an air curtain between the wearer and external environment. It includes a fan, air intake, power source, interior channel, and release points. The air is compressed and expelled through the release points, creating an air curtain that protects against contaminants, pathogens, and others. The invention provides better protection than conventional face coverings and offers complete protection from the elements. It does not cover the mouth of the wearer, providing additional benefits.

Problems solved by technology

Humans have known for centuries that the inhalation of contaminants can cause disease or death.

Many individuals, however, are unable to wear a mask or face covering for an extended period of time or at all.

Finally, as is known, long-term use of masks can cause claustrophobia, irritability, and hypoxia.

In addition, while many individuals appreciate the enhanced safety afforded by face coverings, it also causes individuals to feel self conscious and emotionless.

A mask or face covering, however, makes it virtually impossible to tell if one is smiling or frowning.

This causes one to stop smiling or expressing oneself through ones face, which can lead to psychological and emotional issues.

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