Suspender with energy absorbing properties
By adopting a combination design of knitted coil structure and inlay structure in the suspension belt, the existing suspension belt lacks energy absorption and tensile strength are solved, and a more efficient head protection effect is achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202311277610.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-09-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-28
AI Technical Summary
When used in helmet shock-proof brackets or equipment, existing suspension straps are not sufficient for insufficient energy absorption and tensile strength, making it difficult to effectively protect the wearer's head.
Multiple knitted coil structures and multiple knitted inlay structures are adopted, and the weft inlay pins are inserted above, below or inside the coil structure to form inlay sections and reinforcement sections to improve the energy absorption and tensile strength of the suspension strap.
The energy absorption and tensile strength of the suspension strap is significantly improved, and it can more effectively protect the wearer's head from damage caused by impact and fall.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present disclosure relates generally to suspension straps. In particular, the present disclosure relates to suspension straps having energy absorbing properties. Background Art
[0002] The suspension strap or webbing used in the helmet anti-vibration bracket or harness suspension device may have a webbing structure with a fabric webbing webbing made of polyester, nylon yarn or mixed synthetic yarn woven by interlacing in the weft and warp directions. The applicant has identified various technical problems with existing suspension straps or webbings.
[0003] Through applied effort, ingenuity and innovation, Applicants have solved the problems associated with suspension straps by developing the solution embodied in the present disclosure, which will be described in detail below. Summary of the invention
[0004] Generally speaking, embodiments of the present disclosure provide suspension harnesses, helmet systems, and / or the like.
[0005] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, there is provided a suspension belt, which includes a plurality of knitted coil structures; and a plurality of knitted inlay structures, wherein the plurality of knitted inlay structures are inserted as weft inlay stitches over, under, or into the plurality of knitted coil structures.
[0006] In some embodiments, the suspension strap comprises one or more inlaid sections and a reinforcement section, and wherein a greater portion of the plurality of knitted loop structures is disposed above, below, or within the reinforcement section than above, below, or within the one or more inlaid sections.
[0007] In some embodiments, the one or more inlay segments include a first inlay segment and a second inlay segment, wherein the first inlay segment is disposed on a first side of the reinforcement segment, and wherein the second inlay segment is disposed on a second side of the reinforcement segment.
[0008] In some embodiments, the suspension strap has a length ranging from 335 mm to 390 mm, wherein the one or more inlaid sections comprise a width ranging from 20 mm to 24 mm and a thickness ranging from 1.3 mm to 1.7 mm, and wherein the one or more reinforcement sections comprise a width ranging from 23 mm to 27 mm and a thickness ranging from 2 mm to 2.4 mm.
[0009] In some embodiments, the plurality of knitted loop structures and the plurality of knitted inlay structures are yarns.
[0010] In some embodiments, one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures comprises polyester DTY, and wherein one or more of the plurality of knitted inlay structures comprises a liquid crystal polymer (LCP).
[0011] In some embodiments, the yarn size of one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures is 300D, and the yarn size of one or more of the knitted inlay structures is 1000D.
[0012] In some embodiments, the yarn tensile strength of one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures is 3.52 cN / dtex, and the yarn tensile strength of one or more knitted inlay structures is 2.1 N / tex.
[0013] In some embodiments, the suspension strap comprises a plurality of elongated structures, wherein one or more of the plurality of elongated structures are inserted as weft inlay stitches over, under or into the plurality of knitted coil structures and are disposed adjacent to one or more of the plurality of inlay structures.
[0014] In some embodiments, one or more elongation structures of the plurality of elongation structures comprise elongation yarns.
[0015] In some embodiments, the suspension strap is integrated with the helmet, fall protection gear, or rope.
[0016] According to various embodiments, a helmet system is provided, comprising: an outer shell configured to protect a wearer's head; a harness disposed above, below, or within the outer shell; and a plurality of suspension straps, wherein at least one of the plurality of suspension straps comprises: a plurality of knitted coil structures; and a plurality of knitted inlay structures, wherein the plurality of knitted inlay structures are inserted as weft inlay stitches above, below, or within the plurality of knitted coil structures, wherein the suspension straps define one or more inlay sections, and wherein the suspension straps define a reinforcement section, wherein the harness is operably engaged with the plurality of suspension straps.
[0017] In some embodiments, the suspension strap comprises one or more inlaid sections and a reinforcement section, and wherein a greater portion of the reinforcement structure is disposed above, below, or within the reinforcement section than above, below, or within the one or more inlaid sections.
[0018] In some embodiments, the one or more inlay segments include a first inlay segment and a second inlay segment, wherein the first inlay segment is disposed on a first side of the reinforcement segment, and wherein the second inlay segment is disposed on a second side of the reinforcement segment.
[0019] In some embodiments, the suspension strap has a length ranging from 335 mm to 390 mm, wherein the one or more inlaid sections include a width ranging from 20 mm to 24 mm and a thickness ranging from 1.3 mm to 1.7 mm, wherein the one or more reinforcement sections have a width ranging from 23 mm to 27 mm and a thickness ranging from 2 mm to 2.4 mm, wherein the outer shell of the helmet system has a helmet diameter and a helmet depth, and wherein the length of the suspension strap depends at least in part on the helmet diameter and the helmet depth.
[0020] In some embodiments, the plurality of knitted loop structures and the plurality of knitted inlay structures are yarns.
[0021] In some embodiments, one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures comprises polyester DTY, and wherein one or more of the plurality of knitted inlay structures comprises a liquid crystal polymer (LCP).
[0022] In some embodiments, the yarn size of one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures is 300D, and the yarn size of one or more of the knitted inlay structures is 1000D.
[0023] In some embodiments, the yarn tensile strength of one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures is 3.52 cN / dtex, and the yarn tensile strength of the one or more knitted inlay structures is 2.1 N / tex.
[0024] In some embodiments, the helmet system further comprises a plurality of elongated structures, wherein one or more of the plurality of elongated structures are inserted as weft inlay stitches over, under or within the plurality of knitted coil structures and are disposed adjacent to one or more of the plurality of inlay structures.
[0025] The above summary is provided only to summarize some example embodiments to provide a basic understanding of some embodiments of the present disclosure. Therefore, it will be appreciated that the above embodiments are merely examples. It will be appreciated that in addition to those embodiments summarized here, the scope of the present disclosure encompasses many potential embodiments, some of which will be further described below. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0026] Having generally described the present disclosure, reference will now be made to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and in which:
[0027] Figure 1A shows a top plan view of an example suspension strap according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0028] Figure 1Bshows a detailed view of an example suspension strap according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0029] Figure 1C shows a flat knitted strap structure of an example inlaid section of an example suspension strap according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0030] Figure 1D shows a flat knitted strap structure of an example reinforcement section of an example suspension strap according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0031] Figure 2A-2C shows a top plan view of an example weave pattern, such as a suspension strap, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0032] Figure 3A shows a top plan view of an example suspension strap according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0033] Figure 3B shows a top angled view of an example helmet according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0034] Figure 4A and 4B shows the tensile strength of example suspension straps according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;
[0035] Figures 5A-5C shows example test data of example suspension belts and suspension helmets according to various embodiments of the present disclosure; and
[0036] Figures 6A-6C Example test data for example suspension belts and suspension helmets according to various embodiments of the present disclosure are shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0037] Various embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described more fully below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which some but not all embodiments of the present disclosure are shown. In fact, the present disclosure can be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein; on the contrary, these embodiments are provided so that the present disclosure will meet applicable legal requirements. Unless otherwise indicated, the term "or" (also represented as " / ") is used herein both as a substitute and as a connection. The terms "illustrative" and "exemplary" are used as examples that do not indicate a level of quality. Throughout the text, the same number may refer to the same element. The phrase "in one embodiment", "according to one embodiment", etc. generally means that the specific features, structures, or characteristics following the phrase may be included in at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, and may be included in more than one embodiment of the present disclosure (importantly, such phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment).
[0038] Overview
[0039] According to various embodiments, a sling having a knitted structure is provided, the knitted structure having a plurality of knitted coil structures and a plurality of knitted inlay structures, wherein the sling is divided into one or more inlay sections and one or more reinforcement sections. Textile structures can generally be divided into three categories, namely woven, knitted, and non-woven. The knitting category is further divided into flat knitting, warp knitting, and circular knitting, which can produce different coil structures. In some embodiments, different types of knitting structures rely on different knitting machines, and the same knitting structure cannot be knitted by different knitting machines. The orientation, quantity, and material of the inlay structure in the knitted structure of the sling can vary, thereby affecting the tensile strength and energy absorption properties of the sling. In some embodiments, one or more slings can be used in various applications, including (but not limited to) helmets, webbing for fall protection equipment, ropes, and / or the like.
[0040] Example Suspension Strap
[0041] Figure 1A A top plan view of an example suspension strap 100 is shown in accordance with various embodiments. In the depicted embodiment, the suspension strap 100 includes inlaid segments 102A, 102B (note that a similar description applies to segments 102A and 102B unless otherwise noted). A detailed view of the example inlaid segment 102A is shown in FIG. Figure 1B , and the flat knitted structure of the example inlay segment 102A is shown in Figure 1C Also, as shown in the depicted embodiment, the suspension strap 100 includes at least one reinforcement section 104 . Figure 1D , a flat knit structure of an example reinforcement section 104 is shown in FIG. According to various embodiments, the sling 100, including (but not limited to) its inlaid sections 102A-B and / or the reinforcement section 104, can be manufactured using one or more flat knitting machines, including (but not limited to) STOLL ADF, CIXIN CX2, SHIMA SEIKI, etc. In some embodiments, the sling 100 can be incorporated into one or more applications, including but not limited to helmets (as will be discussed later in this disclosure), fall protection gear, ropes, and / or the like.
[0042] Reference now Figure 1BIn the depicted embodiment, the inlaid section 102A includes one or more inlaid structures 106A, 106B, 106C (note that similar descriptions can apply to one or more inlaid structures 106A-C unless otherwise stated) and a coil structure 108. In some embodiments, the inlaid structures 106A-C are substantially straight knitted structures arranged perpendicular to one or more coils of the coil structure 108. In some embodiments, the inlaid structures 106A-C are yarn structures having energy absorbing properties that are configured to strengthen and / or enhance the tensile strength of the suspension belt 100. Still referring to Figure 1B In the depicted embodiment, the coil structure 108 is a weft knit structure having transverse and longitudinal stretches formed into a plurality of coils distributed into a plurality of rows. In some embodiments, the coil structure 108 may be a continuous line wherein the coils in the plurality of coils are interlocked. In some embodiments, the coil structure 108 may be composed of a polyester yarn having a 600D yarn size and a tensile strength of 3.52 cN / dtex.
[0043] In some embodiments, the mosaic structures 106A-C are disposed above, below, or within the coil structure 108. Figure 1B As shown, inlay structures 106A-C are stitched through the loops of coil structure 108. In at least the depicted embodiment, inlay structures 106A-C are interwoven (i.e., inlaid) within coil structure 108. In some embodiments, inlay structures 106A-C may be composed of yarn, and may be liquid crystal polymer (LCP) yarn.
[0044] In some embodiments, the inlay structures 106A-C may have a low elongation (e.g., ~3%). According to various embodiments, the inlay structures 106A-C may be an inlay yarn material based on polyester (stretch textured yarn, fully stretched yarn, and / or the like), modified polyester, bio-based PA56, PA66, or liquid crystal polymer (LCP), high performance polyethylene (HPPE), high density polyethylene (HDPE), low density polyethylene (LDPE), polyamide, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), and / or the like. According to various embodiments, the inlay structures 106A-C may have a yarn size (D) of 1000D and a yarn tensile strength of 2.1N / Tex, 3.1N / Tex, or 2N / Tex. According to various embodiments, the coil structure 108 can be a coil yarn material including (but not limited to) PA6, PA56, PA66, polyester (which can be modified with, for example, PA6, PA66, wool, ramie, silk, or blended with cotton), CVC (80 / 20, 60 / 40 or 55 / 45) and / or TC (80 / 20, 60 / 40, 65 / 35).
[0045] Reference now Figure 1C In the depicted embodiment, the inlaid sections 102A, 102B may be of a flat knitted construction, as may the reinforcing section 104, at least as Figure 1D The arrows will be understood to be for illustrative purposes to show the knitted inlay segments 102A-B ( Figure 1C ) and the reinforcement section 104 ( Figure 1D that is, the knitting steps follow the arrows. Figure 1C The knitting process of the inlaid section 102A-B is shown, wherein a first row having single-bed stitches is knitted, and a second row having double-bed stitches is knitted, and an inlaid yarn is inserted. Figure 1D The knitting process of the reinforcement section 104 is shown, wherein the double needle bed needle loops and the inlay structure 106A are inserted in every loop row or every other row or every two rows. Figure 1C As shown in FIG. 1-D, in addition to the inlaid structure 106A (or 106B, 106C), the reinforcement section 104 may include a greater number of coil structures 108. As shown, the coil structure 108 may be knitted such that the inlaid structures 106A-C are disposed between the coils of the coil structure 108.
[0046] Reference now Figure 2A -C, shows alternative embodiments of inlay segments 200A, 200B, and 200C according to various embodiments. In the depicted embodiment, the alternative structures 200A, 200B, 200C are shown with multiple inlay structures 202A-E and a coil structure 204. It will be understood that the alternative structures 200A-C are alternative arrangements for the previously described inlay segments 102A-B, and it will also be understood that these alternative structures 200A-C are not exhaustive.
[0047] As mentioned above, and as Figure 2A 202A-E are knitted one above, below, or within coil structure 204. It will be appreciated that inlay structures 202A-E may be described similarly to inlay structures 106A-C, as previously described in the specification, unless otherwise expressly stated. It will also be appreciated that coil structure 204 may be described similarly to coil structure 108, as previously described in the specification, unless otherwise expressly stated.
[0048] In some embodiments, and at least as Figure 2A and 2B As shown, there are five mosaic structures 202A-E, about at least Figure 1A In some embodiments, increasing the number of inlaid structures 202A-E may increase one or more mechanical properties (eg, tensile strength) of the suspension straps 200A-C.
[0049] At least Figure 2B and 2C In the illustrated embodiment, alternative structure 200B and / or 200C may include multiple elongated structures 206A-E. As shown, elongated structures 206A-E may be paired with multiple inlay structures 202A-E and / or placed adjacent to them. As shown, elongated structures 206A-E may be knitted and / or inlaid with coil structure 204, as multiple inlay structures 202A-E. In certain embodiments, elongated structures 206A-E may be configured to increase the tensile strength of slings (200B, 200C). In certain embodiments, elongated structures 206A-E may be knitted yarns. In certain embodiments, elongated structures 206A-E may be composed of liquid crystal elastomer (LCE), high performance polyethylene (HPPE), polyamide, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and / or the like.
[0050] Example Helmet System
[0051] Figure 3A and 3B A top plan view and a top angled view of an example helmet system 300 are shown, respectively. In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 can be used to protect a user's head from trauma (e.g., being struck in the head by a falling object). In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 can be used in various activities, including (but not limited to) climbing, mining, utility repair / maintenance, and / or construction. In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 includes a plurality of suspension straps 302A, 302B, 302C. Figure 3A-3B In the embodiment shown and described, the suspension straps 302A-C are similar to those of reference Figure 1A It will be appreciated that in some embodiments, the slings 302A-C may include at least one of the slings 100 shown and described with reference to FIG. Figure 2A -C. In some embodiments, the suspension straps 302A-C may differ from each other in length, width, and / or thickness. For example, one suspension strap (e.g., 302B) may be shorter than the other suspension straps (e.g., 302A and 302C).
[0052] In some embodiments, and now with reference to Figure 3B , the helmet system 300 may include a shell 312. In some embodiments, the shell 312 may be a dome-shaped structure designed to fit around the user's head. In some embodiments, the shell may be composed of a "hard," substantially rigid material designed to absorb and / or deflect one or more impacts. In some embodiments, the shell 312 may be composed of polycarbonate and / or fiberglass of varying durability and thickness.
[0053] In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 may include a harness 304. In some embodiments, one or more of the suspension straps 302A-C may be disposed through the harness 304 and operably engaged with the harness 304. In some embodiments, the harness 304 may be a substantially circular structure having one or more slots for receiving the plurality of suspension straps 302A-C. Figure 3B As shown, the suspension straps 302A-C are disposed through the harness 304 and attached to one or more slots of the outer shell 312 of the helmet system 300.
[0054] In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 can include a frame 306. The frame 306 can be disposed around the perimeter of the helmet shell 312. In some embodiments, the frame 306 can provide stability to the helmet system 300.
[0055] In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 may include one or more cushioning structures 308A, 308B disposed above, below, or within the frame 306. In some embodiments, the one or more cushioning structures 308A, 308B may be a "soft" material intended to provide comfort to the user's head when wearing the helmet system 300.
[0056] In some embodiments, the helmet system 300 may include one or more straps 310A, 310B. In some embodiments, the one or more straps 310A-B may include buckles or clasps and may be configured to secure the helmet system 300 to the user's head. In some embodiments, the one or more straps 310A-B may be adjusted to increase or decrease the "tightness" of the helmet system 300 and adjust the "fit" of the helmet system 300 around the user's head.
[0057] Example test data
[0058] Figure 4A and 4B Example test data is shown for a test run using an example suspension strap 100 and an example helmet system 300. The test was performed using an INSTROM 5967 test machine and the ISO 13934 test standard. The tensile speed was 100 mm / min, the temperature was 26 degrees Celsius (+ / - 3 degrees), and the test humidity was 85%.
[0059] Figure 4A The test results of the helmet 300 using the example suspension strap 100 with 6 inlaid yarns (i.e., 6 inlaid structures, as described above) are shown, and Figure 4B Results are shown for an example suspension tape 100 having eight inlay yarns (ie, eight inlay structures, as described above). As shown, Figure 4AThe results plotted in show a helmet with a maximum load (in Newtons) of approximately 800 and a maximum load extension of 68 mm (+ / - 5 mm), and Figure 4B A helmet with a maximum load (in Newtons) of approximately 1000 and a maximum load extension of 62 mm (+ / - 5 mm) is shown. As shown, a general trend of a steady increase in load is observed as the suspension strap continues to extend, and the general trend is broken when the suspension strap breaks under the load.
[0060] Figures 5A-5C Example test data is shown that was run using an example suspension harness 100 and an example helmet system 300. The testing was performed using a load sensor apparatus. Figure 5A shows example test data at -30 degrees Celsius, Figure 5B Example test data at 50 degrees Celsius is shown, and Figure 5C Example test data at 20 degrees Celsius is shown, and test data for the helmet system 300 in water during testing is shown. Note that when referring to test data in this disclosure, those temperatures refer to test conditions where the sample helmets were held to precondition the helmets (4-24 hours) prior to testing; the preconditioned helmets were subjected to loads at atmospheric pressure conditions of 22°C ± 5°C and 55% ± 30% humidity.
[0061] Reference now Figure 5A As shown, six tests (32#1 to 32#6) were run for the example helmet system 300, and the average of the results was calculated and shown. Two tests were also run for the fiber-metal safety (FSH) helmets of "Comparative-1" and "Comparative-2", and the average of the results ("Comparative Average") was calculated and shown as the example comparative helmet and suspension belt. As shown, the example helmet system 300 achieved an average of 2590N, and the comparative achieved an average of 3416N.
[0062] Reference now Figure 5B As shown, six tests (32#1 to 32#6) were run for the example helmet system 300, and the average of the results was calculated and shown. Eight tests ("Comparison-1" to "Comparison-8") were also run for the FSH helmet, and the average of the results ("Comparison Average") was calculated and shown as an example comparison helmet and suspension belt. As shown, the example helmet system 300 achieved an average of 2440N, and the comparison achieved an average of 3220N.
[0063] Reference now Figure 5CAs shown, six tests (32#1 to 32#6) were run for the example helmet system 300, and the average of the results was calculated and shown. Two tests were also run for the FSH helmet ("Comparison-1" to "Comparison-2"), and the average of the results was calculated ("Comparison Average") and shown as an example comparison helmet and suspension belt. As shown, the example helmet system 300 achieved an average of 2533N, and the comparison achieved an average of 2991N.
[0064] Figures 6A-6C Example test data using an example suspension belt 100 and an example helmet system 300 are shown. Fig. 6A ), at -30 degrees Celsius ( Figure 6B ) and at 20 degrees Celsius ( Figure 6C ) The test is performed using ANSI Z89.1 peak force at 50°C. The 50°C test condition requires the helmet to be kept in the preconditioning cabinet for at least 2 hours, the -30°C test condition requires the helmet to be kept in the preconditioning cabinet for at least 4 hours, the 20°C test condition requires the helmet to be kept in the preconditioning cabinet for at least 2 hours, the high and low temperature treated samples are impact tested within 30 seconds after they are removed from the treatment environment, and the "wet" samples are tested within 90 seconds after they are removed from the water bath.
[0065] Reference now Fig. 6A As shown, nine tests were run, three tests were run for each of the three different groups of example suspension straps 100 (#32, #35, and #36), and the average for each strap was found. Four tests were also run for the FSH helmet ("Comparison-1" to "Comparison-4"), and the average of the results for the example comparison helmets and suspension straps was calculated and shown ("Comparison Average"). As shown, the example helmet system 300 achieved an average of 2170N in the case of #36, and the comparison achieved an average of 2648N.
[0066] Reference now Figure 6B As shown, nine tests were run, three tests were performed on each of the three different groups of example suspension straps 100 (#32, #35, and #36), and the average for each strap was found. Four tests were also run on the FSH helmet ("Comparison-1" to "Comparison-4"), and the average of the results was calculated ("Comparison Average") and shown as the example comparison helmet and suspension strap. As shown, the example helmet system 300 achieved an average of 2496N in the case of #32, and the comparison achieved an average of 2672N.
[0067] Reference now Figure 6CAs shown, nine tests were run, three tests were performed on each of the three different groups of the example suspension straps 100 (#35, #36, and #37), and the average for each strap was found. Four tests were also run on the suspension FSH helmet ("Comparison-1" to "Comparison-4"), and the average of the results for the example comparison helmets and suspension straps was calculated and shown ("Comparison Average"). As shown, the example helmet system 300 achieved an average of 2392N in the case of #36, and the comparison achieved an average of 2775N.
[0068] With the benefit of the teachings given in the foregoing description and the associated drawings, those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure pertains will recognize many modifications and other embodiments of the present disclosure set forth herein. Therefore, it is to be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed, and modifications and other embodiments are intended to be included within the scope of the appended claims. Although specific terms are employed herein, they are used in a general and descriptive sense only and not for the purpose of limitation.
Claims
1. A suspension belt, comprising: a plurality of knitted loop structures; and Multiple knitted inlay structures, Wherein, the multiple knitted inlay structures are inserted as weft inlay stitches above, below or inside the multiple knitted coil structures.
2. The sling according to claim 1, wherein: The suspension strap comprises one or more inlaid sections and a reinforcement section, and wherein a greater portion of the plurality of knitted loop structures is disposed above, below or within the reinforcement section than above, below or within the one or more inlaid sections.
3. The sling according to claim 2, wherein: The one or more inlaid segments include a first inlaid segment and a second inlaid segment, wherein the first inlaid segment is disposed on a first side of the reinforcement segment, and wherein the second inlaid segment is disposed on a second side of the reinforcement segment.
4. The sling according to claim 2, wherein: The suspension strap comprises a length ranging from 335 mm to 390 mm, wherein the one or more inlaid sections comprise a width ranging from 20 mm to 24 mm and a thickness ranging from 1.3 mm to 1.7 mm, and wherein the one or more reinforcement sections comprise a width ranging from 23 mm to 27 mm and a thickness ranging from 2 mm to 2.4 mm.
5. The sling according to claim 1, wherein: The plurality of knitted loop structures and the plurality of knitted inlay structures include yarn.
6. The suspension belt according to claim 5, wherein: One or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures comprises polyester DTY, and wherein one or more of the plurality of knitted inlay structures comprises a liquid crystal polymer (LCP).
7. The sling according to claim 5, wherein: The yarn size of one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures is 300D, and the yarn size of one or more of the knitted inlay structures is 1000D.
8. The sling according to claim 5, wherein: The yarn tensile strength of one or more knitted loop structures among the plurality of knitted loop structures is 3.52 cN / dtex, and the yarn tensile strength of one or more knitted inlay structures is 2.1 N / tex.
9. The suspension belt of claim 1, further comprising a plurality of elongated structures, wherein: One or more of the plurality of elongated structures are inserted as weft inlaid stitches over, under or within the plurality of knitted loop structures and are disposed adjacent to one or more of the plurality of inlaid structures.
10. The sling according to claim 9, wherein: The one or more elongation structures of the plurality of elongation structures comprise elongation yarns.
11. The sling according to claim 1, wherein: The suspension belt is integrated with a helmet, a fall protection device or a rope.
12. A helmet system comprising: a housing configured to protect a wearer's head; a fitting disposed on, under or within the housing; and Multiple suspension straps, Wherein, at least one of the plurality of suspension belts comprises: a plurality of knitted loop structures; and Multiple knitted inlay structures, wherein the plurality of knitted inlay structures are inserted as weft inlay stitches above, below or within the plurality of knitted coil structures, wherein the suspension strap defines one or more inlaid sections, and wherein the suspension strap defines a reinforcement section, Wherein, the harness is operably engaged with the plurality of suspension straps.
13. The helmet system according to claim 12, wherein: The suspension strap comprises one or more inlaid sections and a reinforcement section, and wherein a greater portion of the reinforcement structure is disposed above, below or within the reinforcement section than above, below or within the one or more inlaid sections.
14. The helmet system according to claim 13, wherein: The one or more inlaid segments include a first inlaid segment and a second inlaid segment, wherein the first inlaid segment is disposed on a first side of the reinforcement segment, and wherein the second inlaid segment is disposed on a second side of the reinforcement segment.
15. The helmet system according to claim 13, wherein: The suspension strap comprises a length ranging from 335 mm to 390 mm, wherein the one or more inlaid sections comprise a width ranging from 20 mm to 24 mm and a thickness ranging from 1.3 mm to 1.7 mm, wherein the one or more reinforcement sections comprise a width ranging from 23 mm to 27 mm and a thickness ranging from 2 mm to 2.4 mm, wherein the outer shell of the helmet system has a helmet diameter and a helmet depth, and wherein the length of the suspension strap depends at least in part on the helmet diameter and the helmet depth.
16. The helmet system of claim 12, wherein: The plurality of knitted loop structures and the plurality of knitted inlay structures include yarn.
17. The helmet system according to claim 16, wherein: One or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures comprises polyester DTY, and wherein one or more of the plurality of knitted inlay structures comprises a liquid crystal polymer (LCP).
18. The helmet system of claim 16, wherein: The yarn size of one or more of the plurality of knitted loop structures is 300D, and the yarn size of one or more of the knitted inlay structures is 1000D.
19. The helmet system of claim 16, wherein: The yarn tensile strength of one or more knitted loop structures among the plurality of knitted loop structures is 3.52 cN / dtex, and the yarn tensile strength of one or more knitted inlay structures is 2.1 N / tex.
20. The helmet system of claim 12, further comprising a plurality of elongated structures, wherein: One or more of the plurality of elongated structures are inserted as weft inlaid stitches over, under or within the plurality of knitted loop structures and are disposed adjacent to one or more of the plurality of inlaid structures.