Protective helmet assembly with a suspension system

The protective helmet assembly addresses the complexity of existing helmet systems by using a link element and releasable fastening mechanism to simplify assembly and disassembly, enabling rapid and tool-free configuration.

EP4537693A1Pending Publication Date: 2025-04-16MSA EUROPE GMBH
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Patent Information

Application Number
EP2023202783
Authority / Receiving Office
EP · EP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-10-10
Publication Date
2025-04-16

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Technical Problem

Existing protective helmets with suspension systems require multiple parts and tools for assembly and disassembly, which complicates the process and contradicts the need for rapid assembly in hazardous situations.

Method used

A protective helmet assembly with a reduced number of parts, featuring a link element that connects the helmet suspension to the outer shell without the need for tools, and a releasable fastening mechanism for easy assembly and disassembly.

Benefits of technology

The solution allows for rapid and tool-free assembly and disassembly of the protective helmet, reducing the complexity of the process and improving its usability in time-sensitive situations.

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Abstract

The application is directed to a protective helmet assembly (1), comprising at least one outer shell (3) configured for surrounding at least partly a head of a user; at least one helmet suspension (30) adapted to be releasably coupled to the outer shell (3), wherein the assembly (1) further comprises at least one link element (20) configured to be connected to the outer shell (3); wherein the helmet suspension (30) is connected to the outer shell (3) by attaching the helmet suspension (30) to the link element (20). The application is further directed to a method of assembling and disassembling a protective helmet assembly (1).
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