Inflatable air bag skiing protector

By introducing pop-up airbag knee pads into ski protective gear, combined with triggered collision and protective collision sensors, instant protection of the knees is achieved, solving the problem of insufficient protection of traditional ski protective gear during high-intensity sports and reducing the risk of falls and roll injuries.

CN120695421APending Publication Date: 2025-09-26CHANGCHUN UNIV OF TECH
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202410332545.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-03-22
Publication Date
2025-09-26

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Technical Problem

Existing ski protective gear cannot effectively reduce the impact of falls and the damage caused by secondary rolls, especially in high-intensity sports, where the protective effect of traditional protective gear is insufficient.

Method used

A new type of pop-up airbag knee pad has been designed with a built-in trigger collision sensor and a protective collision sensor. When a knee collision is detected, it can quickly inflate and adjust the airbag status according to the situation to provide immediate protection.

Benefits of technology

In skiing, it responds quickly and provides effective protection, reduces the risk of knee injuries, prevents secondary injuries after falls, and adapts to the needs of different exercise intensities.

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Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of skiing protectors, and an air bag technology is introduced into the skiing protector. Several parts in the protective tool are provided with collision sensors, when the sensors detect collision signals, the helium bottle is rapidly opened, the air bag is inflated, and after the air bag is popped out, impact force caused by collision can be effectively relieved, particularly stress borne by secondary collision is relieved, and meanwhile a skier is protected against secondary damage such as rolling after falling down. Due to the softness of the inflatable air bag, the harm caused by collision can be better reduced, and the harm caused by a series of skiing such as fracture can be better prevented. After one-time use is finished, the air bag can be shrunk, and the protective tool is installed again. The helium tank can be simply replaced and can be used for the second time. And in case of danger, the skier can also actively open the air bag. The protective clothing has the heating function of three parts, and warm keeping measures can be taken under the low-temperature condition.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of ski protective gear and relates to a technology of introducing an airbag into a ski protective gear. Background Art

[0002] Skiing is gaining popularity as a recreational sport. While fun and exciting, skiing also carries significant risks. Every year, many skiers suffer injuries, some serious. Therefore, wearing protective gear correctly is crucial and an effective way to reduce skiing injuries.

[0003] The application of airbag technology will be an innovative and promising improvement in this field, with a particular focus on reducing the forces experienced in secondary collisions. Existing ski protective gear can provide simple protection, but it cannot be as flexible as airbag protection to reduce the risk of fractures when falling to the ground and the damage caused by secondary rolls. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The new pop-up airbag anti-injury kneepad designed by this invention adopts advanced mechanical structure and material technology, aiming to improve the joint protection level of athletes during high-intensity activities.

[0005] The knee brace of the present invention adopts advanced materials and technology, and embeds specially designed air bags around the knee joint to achieve instant protection of key parts during exercise.

[0006] The knee brace incorporates both a trigger collision sensor and a protective collision sensor. The trigger collision sensor detects an impact on the knee and immediately sends a signal to the system, initiating the airbag inflation process. This process is extremely rapid, providing adequate protection in a very short period of time.

[0007] Once the airbag is inflated, the protective collision sensor will begin to work, continuously monitoring the collision situation of the knee and adjusting the status of the airbag according to the actual situation to ensure that the knee is always optimally protected. The combination of these two sensors allows the embedded pop-up airbag knee pad to respond quickly to emergencies, provide effective protection, and reduce the possibility of knee injury. It is worth mentioning that this new type of knee pad can not only effectively prevent the impact of falls, but also avoid secondary injuries caused by rolling after falling. In high-intensity sports, rolling is often one of the main causes of serious injuries, and the emergence of this equipment undoubtedly provides safer protection for high-intensity sports enthusiasts.

[0008] After a use, the airbag can be deflated and put back into the protective gear. The helium cylinder can also be easily replaced and can be used again immediately.

[0009] The protective gear is adjustable for ergonomic fit, ensuring a smooth, ergonomic stance and comfortable movement. In the event of danger, the skier can also proactively deploy the airbags. Three heating areas provide warmth in low-temperature conditions. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] Schematic diagram of the structure of the inflatable airbag ski protective gear proposed by the present invention

[0011] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the inflatable airbag ski protective gear of the present invention in a state where it is not compressed by an impact.

[0012] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the inflatable airbag ski protective gear of the present invention in an inflated state after being impacted or actively deployed.

[0013] In the figure: a thigh warming device (1), a knee warming device (2), a calf warming device (3), a calf fixing device (4), a thigh fixing device (5), a leg device connecting belt (6), a helium cylinder and a helium cylinder protective sleeve (7), a connection between the helium cylinder port and the delivery tube (8), an internal gas delivery tube (9), a knee protective airbag (10), a collision sensor (11), a protective collision sensor (12), an adjustable nylon tie (13), a calf protective rear airbag (14), a knee gas exhaust port (15), a calf protective front airbag (16), a thigh protective rear airbag (17), a calf gas exhaust port (18), a thigh protective front airbag (19), a thigh gas exhaust port (20), and a power supply device (21). DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0014] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Example 1

[0015] Reference Figure 1 、 2 When a skier falls while skiing, the collision sensor (11) receives a collision signal and gives a command to the helium bottle (7), which immediately sends a signal to the system. The connection between the helium bottle mouth and the delivery tube (9) opens, and gas is delivered through the internal gas delivery tube (9), which opens quickly to form knee airbags (10), front thigh airbags (19), back thigh airbags (17), and front calf airbags (16) and back calf airbags (14) for protection. At the same time, the protective collision sensor (12) also starts to work, continuously monitors the collision situation of the knee, and adjusts the state of the airbag according to the actual situation to ensure that the legs are always optimally protected.

[0016] The above description is only a preferred specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any technician familiar with the technical field, within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention, who makes equivalent replacements or changes based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered by the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An inflatable airbag ski protective gear, comprising a nylon elastic leggings with adjustable tightness that conforms to the human body, the leggings being of a segmented design, comprising a thigh portion, a knee portion, and a calf portion, which are connected together by nylon elastics, the leggings being connected with a thigh warming device (1), a knee warming device (2), a calf warming device (3), a calf fixing device (4), a thigh fixing device (5), a collision sensor (11), a protective collision sensor (12), and two branch patches of the collision sensor (11) being connected to the thigh and calf portions to ensure that the sensors can better receive signals.

2. When a collision occurs, the collision sensor (12) transmits a signal to the helium cylinder part (7), which immediately sends a signal to the system. The connection between the helium cylinder port and the delivery tube (9) opens, and gas is delivered through the internal gas delivery tube (9) to form knee airbags (10), front thigh airbags (19), back thigh airbags (17), front calf airbags (16) and back calf airbags (14) for protection.

3. The helium cylinder (7) can be replaced at any time after use. It can be replaced with a prepared sealed helium cylinder to achieve secondary use. Helium is an inert gas and can still be used normally under cold conditions.

4. After the airbag pops out for protection, it can be restored and continued to be used. The color of the airbag uses a brighter color, such as red, which contrasts sharply with the surrounding colors, allowing rescuers to better find the faller and provide rescue faster.

5. When a skier falls, the airbag opens and the protective collision sensor starts working, continuously monitoring the collision of the knee and adjusting the status of the airbag according to the actual situation to ensure that the knee is always optimally protected.

6. After the airbag is ejected, the airbag can be deflated by opening the gas exhaust port (20) at the thigh, the gas exhaust port (18) at the calf, and the gas exhaust port (15) at the knee to quickly discharge the gas. The ejected airbag can then be folded for secondary use.