Headband with mountable electronic device

Abstract

The three-piece headband includes a first band, a second band, and a third band. The first band includes a first end and a second end and at least a portion of the first end and the second end includes respective internal channels. During use, the first band is arranged to engage with the forehead of the user, and the second and third bands are arranged at least partially within the respective internal channels of the first band. The second band may include an inelastic portion and an elastic portion, and may be arranged to include a connector at one end. The third band may include a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion and / or the second portion are arranged to engage with the connector and secure the headband to the head of the user in the tightened state.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims the benefit under Articles 4 and 8 of the Stockholm Act for the Protection of Industrial Property of U.S. Patent Application No. 63 / 374,126, filed on August 31, 2022, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates generally to headbands, and more particularly, to headbands for securing electronic devices to a user's head. Background Art

[0004] A head mounted display (HMD) that may take the form of a monocular with a suspended eyepiece may include an image source and, in some embodiments, an image light guide for presenting a virtual image to an eye of a wearer. The image light guide may be arranged to transmit the virtual image from an offset position of the image source to a position aligned with the eye of the wearer. For many applications, it is of particular value to form a virtual image that can be visually superimposed on a real world image located in the field of view of the HMD user.

[0005] HMDs require mounting means for mounting a display and various other electronic devices (e.g., a battery) to a user's head. However, current systems for mounting HMDs fail to properly secure the electronic devices to a user's head in a comfortable manner during extended periods of use. Summary of the invention

[0006] The present disclosure is directed to one or more exemplary embodiments of a three-piece headband, which includes a first band, a second band, and a third band. The first band includes a first end and a second end, and at least portions of the first end and the second end include respective internal channels. During use, the first band is arranged to engage with the forehead of the user, and the second and third bands are arranged to be at least partially within the respective internal channels of the first band. The second band may include a non-elastic portion and an elastic portion, and may be arranged to include a connector at one end. The third band may include a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion and / or the second portion are arranged to engage with the connector and secure the headband to the user's head in a tightened state.

[0007] The present disclosure is directed to one or more exemplary embodiments of a headgear.

[0008] In an exemplary embodiment, the headband may include a first band, a second band, and a third band, the first band including a first end including a first channel, a second end including a second channel, a first opening arranged on, in, along, or near the first end, and a second opening arranged on, in, along, or near the second end; the second band is connected to the first band, and the second band is arranged to at least partially pass through the first channel and the first opening; and the third band is connected to the first band, and the third band is arranged to at least partially pass through the second channel and the second opening, wherein the third band is operatively arranged to be selectively connected to the second band.

[0009] In an exemplary embodiment, the first band also includes a first temple portion, a second temple portion, and a forehead portion arranged between the first temple portion and the second temple portion, wherein the first opening is arranged on the first temple portion, in the first temple portion, along the first temple portion, or near the first temple portion. In an exemplary embodiment, the first channel and the second channel are connected to form a single channel. In an exemplary embodiment, the forehead portion has a first height, the first temple portion has a second height, and the first height is less than the second height. In an exemplary embodiment, the second band includes a fourth end and a third end securely fixed to the first band. In an exemplary embodiment, the third end is arranged in the first channel. In an exemplary embodiment, the fourth end is connected to the connector.

[0010] In an exemplary embodiment, the portion of the second band engaged with the first opening forms a first loop. In an exemplary embodiment, the first loop is movable between a loosened state and a tightened state. In an exemplary embodiment, the portion of the third band engaged with the second opening forms a second loop. In an exemplary embodiment, the second band includes an elastic portion and an inelastic portion. In an exemplary embodiment, the inelastic portion engages with the first opening. In an exemplary embodiment, the third band includes a hook fastener segment and a loop fastener segment. In an exemplary embodiment, the headband also includes at least one clip arranged on at least one of the second band and the third band, the at least one clip being operatively arranged to slidably or pivotably secure the electronic device to the headband.

[0011] The present disclosure is directed to one or more exemplary embodiments of a headband for mounting one or more electronic devices.

[0012] In an exemplary embodiment, the headband may include a first band, a second band, and a third band, the first band including a first end including a first channel, a second end including a second channel, a first opening arranged on, in, along, or near the first end, and a second opening arranged on, in, along, or near the second end; the second band including a third end and a fourth end, the third end being securely fixed to the first band, the second band being arranged to at least partially pass through the first channel and the first opening to form a first loop; and the third band including a fifth end and a sixth end, the fifth end being securely fixed to the first band, the third band being arranged to at least partially pass through the second channel and the second opening to form a second loop, wherein the third band is operatively arranged to be adjustably connected to the second band to form a fixed state of the headband.

[0013] In an exemplary embodiment, the first band also includes a first temple portion, a second temple portion, and a forehead portion arranged between the first temple portion and the second temple portion, wherein the first opening is arranged on, in, along, or near the first temple portion, and the second opening is arranged on, in, along, or near the second temple portion. In an exemplary embodiment, the second band is slidably engaged with the first channel to move the first loop between a first loosened state and a first tightened state. In an exemplary embodiment, the third band is slidably engaged with the second channel to move the second loop between a second loosened state and a second tightened state. In an exemplary embodiment, the second band includes a non-elastic portion arranged near the third end and an elastic portion arranged near the fourth end. In an exemplary embodiment, the elastic portion extends out of the first channel through the first end.

[0014] These and other aspects, objects, features and advantages of the present disclosure will be more clearly understood and appreciated from the following detailed description of the embodiments and the appended claims, and by reference to the accompanying figures. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The accompanying drawings are incorporated herein as part of the specification. The accompanying drawings described herein illustrate embodiments of the subject matter currently disclosed, and illustrate selected principles and teachings of the present disclosure. However, the accompanying drawings do not illustrate all possible implementations of the subject matter currently disclosed, and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure in any way.

[0016] Figure 1A is a top front perspective view of a headband in a secured state according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter.

[0017] Figure 1B yes Figure 1A A bottom rear perspective view of the headband is shown in FIG.

[0018] Figure 1C yes Figure 1A A top plan view of the headband is shown in FIG.

[0019] Figure 2A yes Figure 1A 00135] A front elevation view of the headband shown in an unsecured state.

[0020] Figure 2B yes Figure 2A A rear elevation view of the headband shown in FIG.

[0021] Figure 2C yes Figure 2A A front elevation view of a portion of a headband shown in FIG.

[0022] Figure 2D yes Figure 2A A rear elevation view of another portion of the headband is shown in FIG.

[0023] Figure 2E yes Figure 2A A rear elevational view of yet another portion of the headband is shown in FIG.

[0024] Figure 3 is a top front perspective view of a headband in an unsecured state according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter.

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 00100 100% 100% 0.0 ...

[0026] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 0048] A top perspective view of the headband is shown in , showing the first loop in a loosened state.

[0027] Figure 6 yes Figure 3 0048] A top perspective view of the headband is shown in , showing the second loop in a loosened state.

[0028] Fig. 7A yes Figure 3 is a left side elevational view of the headband in a fixed state.

[0029] Figure 7B yes Figure 3 is a right side elevational view of the headband shown in a fixed state.

[0030] Figure 8 is a bottom rear perspective view of a headband according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter.

[0031] Fig. 9 yes Figure 8 A top rear perspective view of the headband is shown in FIG.

[0032] Fig.10 yes Figure 8 A front elevation view of the headband shown in FIG.

[0033] Fig.11 is a front elevation view of a portion of a headband according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter.

[0034] Fig.12 is a front elevation view of a portion of a headband according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter.

[0035] Fig.13 is a front elevation view of a portion of a headband according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] It should be understood that the present invention may assume various alternative orientations and step sequences, unless expressly specified to the contrary. It should also be understood that the specific components and systems illustrated in the attached figures and described in the following specification are merely exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined herein. Therefore, specific dimensions, directions, or other physical characteristics associated with the disclosed embodiments will not be considered restrictive unless otherwise expressly stated. In addition, although they may not be, within this section of the application, similar elements in the various embodiments described herein may generally be referred to by similar reference numbers.

[0037] Where used herein, the terms "first", "second", etc. do not necessarily indicate any order, sequence or priority, but are merely used to more clearly distinguish one element or a group of elements from another element or another group of elements, unless otherwise specified.

[0038] Where used herein, the terms "viewer," "operator," "observer," "wearer," and "user" are considered equivalent and refer to a person or machine wearing and / or using a head-mounted device to view images.

[0039] As used herein, the term "set" refers to a non-empty set, since the concept of a series of elements or members of a set is widely understood in elementary mathematics. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, the term "subset" is used herein to refer to a non-empty proper subset, i.e., a subset of a larger set that has one or more members. For a set S, a subset may include the complete set S. However, a "proper subset" of a set S is strictly contained in the set S and excludes at least one member of the set S.

[0040] As used herein, the term "about" when applied to a numerical value is intended to mean within the tolerance of the equipment used to produce the numerical value, or in some examples, is intended to mean plus or minus 10%, or plus or minus 5%, or plus or minus 1%, unless expressly specified otherwise.

[0041] As used herein, the term “substantially” is intended to mean within a tolerance of the equipment used to generate the value, or in some examples, is intended to mean plus or minus 10%, or plus or minus 5%, or plus or minus 1%, unless expressly specified otherwise.

[0042] As used herein, the term "exemplary" is intended to mean "example," "as an example," or "illustrative," and does not imply any preference or requirement with respect to the disclosed aspects or embodiments.

[0043] Referring now to the accompanying drawings, Figure 1A is a top front perspective view of the headband 10 in a secured state. Figure 1B It is a bottom rear perspective view of the headband 10 in a fixed state. Figure 1C is a top elevational view of the headband 10 in a secured state. Figure 2A is a front elevational view of the headband 10 in an unsecured state. Figure 2A is a rear elevational view of the headband 10 in an unsecured state. Figure 2C It is a front elevational view of a portion of the headband 10 , namely the band 20 . Figure 2D It is a rear elevational view of another portion of the headband 10 , namely the band 40 . Figure 2E 1 is a rear elevation view of another portion of the headband 10, namely the band 60. Therefore, if at least Figures 1A-2E As shown in FIG. 1 , headband 10 generally includes strap 20, strap 40, and strap 60. In the exemplary embodiment, headband 10 also includes a connector or loop or ring 50.

[0044] Band 20 includes outer surface 22, inner surface 24, top 26, bottom 28, first end 30, and second end 32. Band 20 is operatively arranged to engage at least a portion of a user's head (i.e., the user's forehead and temples). Specifically, inner surface 24 is arranged to rest against the user's head. In an exemplary embodiment, outer surface 22, inner surface 24, top 26, and bottom 28 form a channel, creating one or more tubular members between outer surface 22, inner surface 24, top 26, and bottom 28, and band 40 and / or 60 are arranged within the tubular member (see Figure 2A-2B). For example, the belt 20 may include a first layer forming the outer surface 22 and a second layer forming the inner surface 24, wherein the two pieces of material are connected along the top 26 and the bottom 28 (e.g., by stitching, adhesive, etc.). In an exemplary embodiment, a third layer is wrapped around and / or connected to the first and second layers at the top 26, and a fourth layer is wrapped around and / or connected to the first and second layers at the bottom 28 (e.g., by stitching, adhesive, etc.). For example, the third layer and / or the fourth layer may form a binding seam BSd, BSe, or BSh, which is a welt on the edge of two layers (i.e., the first layer and the second layer). In an exemplary embodiment, the channel extends from end 30 to end 32, completely through the belt 20. In an exemplary embodiment, the channels 31, 33 extend from one of the ends 30 and 32, partially through the belt 20. In an exemplary embodiment, the channel 31 extends only from the end 30, partially through the belt 20, and the channel 33 extends only from the end 32, partially through the belt 20. For example, because the forehead portion 21A (i.e., the central portion) of the strap 20 may include only one layer of material, or because the first and second layers of material are connected, for example, by stitching or bonding at one or more locations between the ends 30, 32, the channels 31, 33 may not extend through the entire strap 20.

[0045] Band 20 includes forehead portion 21A, temple portion 21B, and temple portion 21C. Forehead portion 21A is disposed between temple portion 21B and temple portion 21C. Temple portion 21B is disposed between forehead portion 21A and end 30 of band 20. Temple portion 21C is disposed between forehead portion 21A and end 32 of band 20. In an exemplary embodiment, forehead portion 21A has a height H1, and temple portion 21B and / or temple portion 21C has a height H2, wherein height H2 is greater than height H1 (see FIG. 2 ). Figure 2A ). In an exemplary embodiment, end 30 and / or end 32 has a height H3, wherein height H3 is greater than thickness H1 and less than height H2. It should be appreciated that in one or more exemplary embodiments, headband 10 may have a single uniform height, i.e., forehead portion 21A, temple portion 21B, and temple portion 21C are all the same height. In an exemplary embodiment, as Fig. 7A , when the headband 10 is in the secured state, the forehead portion 21A is arranged at an angle α relative to the vertical direction D1. In an exemplary embodiment, the angle α is an acute angle. In an exemplary embodiment, the angle α is approximately 5°. In the secured state of the headband 10, these variations throughout the height of the band 20 and / or the angular arrangement of the forehead portion 21A are arranged to cooperatively engage with the forehead of the user and provide the best possible securement and comfort for the user.

[0046] The belt 20 also includes one or more openings 34A, 34B ( Figure 2C21B), the openings 34A, 34B are arranged at or near the temple portion 21B. The opening 34A is arranged between the forehead portion 21A and the opening 34B, generally along the horizontal direction D2. The opening 34B is arranged between the opening 34A and the end 30. In an exemplary embodiment, the openings 34A and 34B are formed as a single opening by cutting a window in the outer surface 22 (i.e., through the first layer). For example, and Fig.13 , the windows 34B form two openings in the belt 20. In an exemplary embodiment, as shown in FIG. Figure 2C 2, opening 34A is formed by cutting a first hole in outer surface 22, and opening 34B is formed by cutting a second hole in outer surface 22 spaced from the first hole. Openings 34A, 34B are operatively arranged to engage with band 40 to form loop 12, as will be described in more detail below. It should be appreciated that in an exemplary embodiment, passage 31 extends from end 30 to a point between opening 34A and forehead portion 21A (e.g., as shown in FIG. 2 ). Figure 2C The end 42 (shown in FIG. 4 ) is formed by passing through the belt 20 .

[0047] Band 20 also includes one or more openings 36A, 36B, which are arranged at or near temple portion 21C. Opening 36A is arranged between forehead portion 21A and opening 36B, generally along horizontal direction D2. Opening 36B is arranged between opening 36A and end 32. In an exemplary embodiment, openings 36A and 36B are formed as a single opening by cutting a window in outer surface 22 (i.e., through the first layer). For example, and as Fig.13 2, window 36B forms two openings in band 20. In the exemplary embodiment, opening 36A is formed by cutting a first hole in outer surface 22, and opening 36B is formed by cutting a second hole in outer surface 22 spaced from the first hole. Openings 36A, 36B are operatively arranged to engage with band 60 to form loop 14, as will be described in more detail below. It should be appreciated that in the exemplary embodiment, passage 33 extends from end 32 to a point between opening 36A and forehead portion 21A (e.g., as shown in FIG. 1 ). Figure 2C The end 62 (shown in FIG. 6 ) is formed by passing through the belt 20 .

[0048] In an exemplary embodiment, the strap 20 comprises polyester, elastic fibers (e.g., Lycra, In an exemplary embodiment, the top 26 and / or bottom 28 layers include synthetic polyester fibers or fabrics, such as TERYLENE synthetic polyester fibers. In an exemplary embodiment, the layers forming the outer surface 22 include polyester, Synthetic elastic fibers, fabrics, or combinations thereof. For example, in an exemplary embodiment, the layers forming outer surface 22 include a first layer of polyester, A second layer of synthetic elastic fiber and a third layer of fabric (e.g., having a thickness of approximately 0.08 mm). In an exemplary embodiment, the layer forming the inner surface 24 includes polyester, Synthetic elastic fiber, styrene butadiene rubber (SBR), fabric, or a combination thereof. For example, in an exemplary embodiment, the layer forming the inner surface 24 includes a first layer of polyester, A second layer of synthetic elastic fiber, a third layer of styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) (e.g., thickness of about 1.0 mm), and a fourth layer of fabric. In an exemplary embodiment, belt 20 is inelastic. In an exemplary embodiment, at least a portion of belt 20 is operable to undergo a small elastic deformation.

[0049] The strap 40 includes an end 42 and an end 44. The end 44 is operatively arranged to be connected to the strap 60. In the exemplary embodiment, the end 42 is fixedly secured to the strap 20. In the exemplary embodiment, as shown in FIG. Figure 2A As best shown in FIG. 4 , end 42 is securely secured to band 20 within channel 31 at a point between opening 34A and forehead portion 21A. It should be appreciated that band 40 may be secured to band 20 by any suitable means, such as suture 49 (e.g., Figure 2B 34A), adhesive, etc. End 44 is arranged to extend out of channel 31, beyond end 30. In an exemplary embodiment, end 44 is connected to connector 50. Band 40 can be connected to connector 50 by any suitable means, for example, by looping end 44 around a portion of connector 50, stitching, adhesive, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, connector 50 includes polyoxymethylene (POM) or acetal, a polymer or copolymer. Band 40 is operatively arranged to engage both opening 34A and opening 34B so that the portion of band 40 aligned with band 20 can extend radially outward from outer surface 22. This portion of band 40 forms mounting ring 12.

[0050] In an exemplary embodiment, strap 40 is at least partially elastically deformable. For example, strap 40 includes a non-elastic portion 46 and an elastic portion 48. In an exemplary embodiment, non-elastic portion 46 extends from end 42 to a position between opening 34B and end 30, thereby providing a non-elastic mounting loop 12 with which the device is mounted. Elastic portion 48 extends from non-elastic portion 46 (i.e., at a position between opening 34B and end 30) to end 44. When headband 10 is in a fixed state, elastic portion 48 provides some elastic deformation (i.e., "give") to headband 10 to allow the user to be more comfortable. In addition, elastic portion 48 is arranged so that the amount of elastic deformation is not too great, i.e., it is not so elastic that the device attached to loop 12 will sag or rotate when installed. In an exemplary embodiment, non-elastic portion 46 includes polyester, Synthetic elastic fibers, fabrics, or combinations thereof. For example, the non-elastic portion 46 may include a first layer of polyester, A second layer of synthetic elastic fiber and a third layer of fabric (e.g., having a thickness of about 0.08 mm). In another exemplary embodiment, the band 40 is completely elastic. In yet another exemplary embodiment, the band 40 is completely inelastic.

[0051] The strap 60 includes an end 62 and an end 64. The end 64 is operatively arranged to be connected to the strap 20. In the exemplary embodiment, the end 64 is securely secured to the strap 20. In the exemplary embodiment, the end 62 is securely secured to the strap 20 within the channel 33, at a point between the opening 36A and the forehead portion 21A, as shown in FIG. Figure 2A 6A and 6B are best shown in FIG. It should be appreciated that the strap 60 can be secured to the strap 20 by any suitable means, such as stitching 69, adhesive, etc. The end 64 is arranged to extend out of the channel 33, beyond the end 32. In the exemplary embodiment, the end 64 is operatively arranged to be connected to the connector 50, as will be described in more detail below. The strap 60 is operatively arranged to engage with both the opening 36A and the opening 36B, so that the portion of the strap 60 aligned with the strap 20 can extend radially outward from the outer surface 22. This portion of the strap 60 forms the mounting loop 14. In the exemplary embodiment, the loop 14 (i.e., the engagement of the strap 60 with the strap 20) forms a grommet buckle.

[0052] In an exemplary embodiment, the belt 60 ( Figure 2E ) includes multiple layers or components. For example, the band 60 may include a segment 66 including one of a hook fastener and a loop fastener, and a segment 68 including the other of the hook fastener and the loop fastener. In an exemplary embodiment, the segments 66 and 68 may be connected to a layer 70. In this embodiment, the layer 70 is a backing layer to which the segments 66 and 68 are secured (i.e., the band 60 includes the segments 66, 68, and the layer 70). The band 60 is operatively arranged to be connected to the connector 50 to secure the headband 10 to the user's head. For example, in an exemplary embodiment, the band 60 is fed through the connector 50 in a first direction and folded, such as along line 67, so that the loop fastener segment 68 can be secured to the hook fastener segment 66. This method of connection allows the headband 10 to be adjustably tightened based on the size of the user's head. However, it should be appreciated that any manner suitable for adjustably connecting the band 60 to the band 40 may be used, such as one or more snaps, one or more clamps, buckles, ladder lock buckles, connecting clips, etc.

[0053] In an exemplary embodiment, strap 60 is inelastic. In an exemplary embodiment, strap 60 is at least partially elastic. In an exemplary embodiment, layer 70 comprises polyester, Synthetic elastic fibers, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), or combinations thereof. For example, layer 70 may include a first layer of polyester, A second layer of synthetic elastic fiber and a third layer of TPU (e.g., 0.1 mm in height). In an exemplary embodiment, segment 66 includes hook fasteners and segment 68 includes loop fasteners. In an exemplary embodiment, segment 66 includes loop fasteners and segment 68 includes hook fasteners.

[0054] Figure 3 1 is a top front perspective view of the headband 10 in an unfastened state. Figure 4 is a top front perspective view of the headband 10 in a partially disassembled state. Figure 5 is a top perspective view of the headband 10 showing the mounting ring 14 in a loosened state. Figure 6 is a top perspective view of headband 10, showing loop 12 in a loosened state. In the exemplary embodiment, and as shown, headband 10 also includes one or more brackets or clips, such as clip 80, clip 82, and / or clip 84, which are operatively arranged to facilitate mounting or connecting a device to headband 10.

[0055] Clip 80 includes an outer surface, an inner surface arranged to abut against band 20, and one or more openings that engage with band 40 to connect clip 80 to band 20. For example, clip 80 includes a first opening and a second opening. In an exemplary embodiment, band 40 is fed radially outward through the first opening and radially inward through the second opening to secure clip 80 to band 20. In an exemplary embodiment, and when assembled, opening 34A is aligned with the first opening of clip 80, and opening 34B is aligned with the second opening of clip 80, which operates to prevent clip 80 from moving relative to band 20. In an exemplary embodiment, as shown in FIG. Figure 8-10 , the clip 80 includes a connector that is operatively arranged to engage with the display 90. In an exemplary embodiment, the display 90 is slidably and / or pivotably connected to the clip 80. Thus, the display 90 can be mounted to the headband 10, specifically to the band 20, via the clip 80 and the band 40. In an exemplary embodiment, the display 90 can include one or more displays disclosed in U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2020 / 0278555 (Porter et al.), which is fully incorporated herein by reference.

[0056] Clip 82 includes an outer surface, an inner surface arranged to abut against strap 20, and one or more openings that engage strap 60 to connect clip 82 to strap 20. For example, clip 82 includes a first opening and a second opening. In an exemplary embodiment, strap 60 is fed radially outward through the first opening and radially inward through the second opening to secure clip 82 to strap 20. In an exemplary embodiment, and when assembled, opening 36A is aligned with the first opening of clip 82, and opening 36B is aligned with the second opening of clip 82, which operates to prevent clip 82 from moving relative to strap 20. In an exemplary embodiment, as shown in FIG. Figure 8-10 , the clip 82 includes a connector, such as a slot, operatively arranged to engage with the battery 92. In an exemplary embodiment, the battery 92 is slidably and / or pivotably connected to the clip 82. Thus, the battery 92 can be mounted to the headband 10, and specifically to the band 20, via the clip 82 and the band 60.

[0057] The headband 10 may also include a clip 84 that is operatively arranged to engage with a cable or wire 94. For example, the display 90 may be electrically connected to the battery 92 via the wire 94. Additionally or alternatively, the display 90 may be electrically connected to a peripheral device, such as a personal computer, a laptop computer, a smart phone, etc., via the wire 94. The wire 94 may be routed around the user's head on the outside of the headband 10. The wire 94 may be directed from the battery 92 or other peripheral device to the display 90 via the clip 84. It should be appreciated that while the clip 84 is shown as being connected to the band 40, specifically the elastic portion 48, the clip 84 may be connected to any other portion of the headband 10, including but not limited to the segment 66 and / or the segment 68, or the band 20. In an exemplary embodiment, the clip 84 includes a loop portion that is arranged to engage with the wire 94, and a connecting portion that is arranged to secure the loop portion to the band 20, 40, 60. The loop portion is connected to the connecting portion. The connecting portion includes a slot formed by two flanges that are generally oriented in the vertical direction D1. In an exemplary embodiment, a space is formed between the flanges to engage with the belt 20 , 40 , 60 .

[0058] To assemble headband 10, strap 40 is fed out of channel 31 through opening 34A. End 44 is fed back into channel 31 through opening 34B and out of strap 20 through end 30. Loop 12 is formed between strap 40 and strap 20. In an exemplary embodiment, and as shown in FIG. Figure 4 3, end 44 is fed through clamp 80 before end 44 is fed back into channel 31 through opening 34B. For example, end 44 may be fed through a first opening of clamp 80 and then through a second opening of clamp 80. In an exemplary embodiment, end 44 is connected to connector 50. Figure 6The loop 12 is shown in a loosened state. When the end 44 is pulled out of the end 30, the loop 12 is closed and the clamping clip 80 is firmly held against the band 20. It should be appreciated that the clamping effect of the loop 12 can be used with other devices, not just the clamp 80 shown.

[0059] Similarly, band 60 is fed out of channel 33 through opening 36A. End 64 is fed back into channel 33 through opening 36B and out of band 20 through end 32. Loop 14 is formed between band 60 and band 20. In the exemplary embodiment, and as shown in FIG. Figure 4 3, end 64 is fed through clamp 82 before end 64 is fed back into passage 33 through opening 36B. For example, end 64 may be fed through a first opening of clamp 82 and then through a second opening of clamp 82. In an exemplary embodiment, end 64 is connected to connector 50 as previously described. Figure 5 The loop 14 is shown in a loosened state. When the end 64 is pulled out of the end 32, the loop 14 closes and holds the clip 82 firmly against the band 20. It should be appreciated that the gripping effect of the loop 14 can be used with other devices, not just the clip 82 shown.

[0060] Fig. 7A 1 is a left side elevation view of the headband 10 in a fixed state. Figure 7B is a right side elevational view of headband 10 in a secured state. As shown, strap 60 is secured to strap 40 to form a secured state of headband 10. It should be appreciated that when strap 20 is tightened to the user's head, such as by engagement of strap 60 with strap 40 via connector 50, headband 10 is tightened around the user's head and loops 12 and 14 are tightened to secure clips 80 and 82 securely against strap 20.

[0061] Fig.11 is a front elevational view of a portion of headband 10 according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter. As shown, in some embodiments, band 20 includes a first opening 34B and a second opening 36B. First channel 31 extends between end 30 and first opening 34B, and second channel 33 extends between end 32 and second opening 36B. Band 40 engages channel 31 and securely secures band 20. For example, end 42 of band 40 is fed into channel 31 through end 30, fed out of channel 31 through opening 34B, and secured to outer surface 22 or inner surface 24 (e.g., by suture 49). The portion of band 40 disposed between suture 49 and opening 34B forms loop 12. Band 60 engages channel 33 and securely secures to band 20. For example, end 62 of band 60 is fed into channel 33 through end 32, fed out of channel 33 through opening 36B, and secured to outer surface 22 or inner surface 24 (e.g., by suture 69). The portion of tape 60 disposed between suture 49 and opening 36B forms loop 14 .

[0062] Fig.12 1 is a front elevational view of a portion of a headband 10 according to an exemplary embodiment of the presently disclosed subject matter. As shown, in some embodiments, headband 10 includes two straps, such as strap 20 and strap 40. Strap 20 may include one or more openings, such as opening 34B. First channel 31 extends between end 30 and opening 34B. Strap 40 engages channel 31 and is securely secured to strap 20. For example, end 42 of strap 40 is fed into channel 31 through end 30, fed out of channel 31 through opening 34B, and secured to outer surface 22 or inner surface 24 (e.g., by stitching 49). The portion of strap 40 disposed between stitching 49 and opening 34B forms loop 12. End 44 (not shown) of strap 40 is operatively arranged to connect with end 32 to form a secured state of headband 50, such as by a clip (such as clip 50), snap, buckle, ring, hook and loop fastener, or the like.

[0063] One or more features of the embodiments described herein may be combined to create additional embodiments that are not depicted. Although various embodiments have been described in detail above, it should be understood that they are presented by way of example and not limitation. It will be clear to those skilled in the relevant art that the disclosed subject matter may be embodied in other specific forms, variations and modifications without departing from its scope, spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be considered in all respects to be exemplary and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the appended claims, and all changes falling within the meaning and scope of its equivalents are intended to be included therein.

Claims

1. Headband, including: The first band includes: including a first end of a first channel; including a second end of a second passage; a first opening disposed on, in, along, or near the first end; and a second opening disposed on, in, along, or proximate to the second end; a second strap connected to the first strap, the second strap being arranged to at least partially pass through the first passage and the first opening; and a third strap connected to the first strap, the third strap being arranged to at least partially pass through the second passage and the second opening; Wherein, the third strap is operatively arranged to selectively connect to the second strap.

2. The headband as described in claim 1, wherein the first band also includes a first temple portion, a second temple portion, and a forehead portion arranged between the first temple portion and the second temple portion, wherein the first opening is arranged on the first temple portion, in the first temple portion, along the first temple portion, or near the first temple portion.

3. The headband of claim 2, wherein the first channel and the second channel are connected to form a single channel.

4. The headband of claim 2, wherein the forehead portion has a first height, the first temple portion has a second height, and the first height is smaller than the second height.

5. The headband of claim 1, wherein the second strap includes a fourth end and a third end fixedly secured to the first strap.

6. The headband of claim 5, wherein the third end is disposed in the first channel.

7. The headband of claim 5, wherein the fourth end is connected to a connector.

8. The headband of claim 1, wherein the portion of the second band engaged with the first opening forms a first loop.

9. The headband of claim 8, wherein the first loop is movable between a loosened state and a tightened state.

10. The headband of claim 8, wherein the portion of the third band engaged with the second opening forms a second loop.

11. The headband of claim 1, wherein the second strap includes an elastic portion and a non-elastic portion.

12. The headband of claim 11, wherein the non-elastic portion engages the first opening.

13. The headband of claim 1, wherein the third strap includes a hook fastener segment and a loop fastener segment.

14. The headband of claim 1, further comprising at least one clip disposed on at least one of the second strap and the third strap, the at least one clip being operatively arranged to slidably or pivotably secure an electronic device to the headband.

15. A headband for mounting one or more electronic devices, the headband comprising: The first band includes: including a first end of a first channel; including a second end of a second passage; a first opening disposed on, in, along, or near the first end; and a second opening disposed on, in, along, or proximate to the second end; a second strap including a third end and a fourth end, the third end being fixedly secured to the first strap, the second strap being arranged to at least partially pass through the first passage and the first opening to form a first loop; and a third strap including a fifth end and a sixth end, the fifth end being fixedly secured to the first strap, the third strap being arranged to at least partially pass through the second passage and the second opening to form a second loop; Wherein, the third strap is operatively arranged to be adjustably connected to the second strap to form a fixed state of the head strap.

16. The headband as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first band further comprises a first temple portion, a second temple portion and a forehead portion arranged between the first temple portion and the second temple portion, wherein the first opening is arranged on the first temple portion, in the first temple portion, along the first temple portion or near the first temple portion, and the second opening is arranged on the second temple portion, in the second temple portion, along the second temple portion or near the second temple portion.

17. The headband of claim 15, wherein the second strap slidingly engages the first channel to move the first loop between a first loosened state and a first tightened state.

18. The headband of claim 17, wherein the third strap slidingly engages the second channel to move the second loop between a second loosened state and a second tightened state.

19. The headband of claim 15, wherein the second band includes a non-elastic portion disposed proximate the third end and an elastic portion disposed proximate the fourth end.

20. The headband of claim 19, wherein the elastic portion extends out of the first channel through the first end.

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