Visor assembly and helmet

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a visor assembly (100) for a helmet (50). The visor assembly includes a visor (106) including a visor body (108) and a viewing window (116) disposed centrally to the visor body. The visor further includes a first protective shield (120) attached to the visor body and arranged covering the viewing window. The visor further includes a retaining member (122) including a retaining cavity (124). The visor assembly includes a connector (130) configured to be received in the retaining cavity, such that the connector is removably coupled to the visor. The connector includes a connector body (132) and an attachment member (134) pivotally coupled to the connector body, such that the attachment member is rotatable about a pivot axis relative to the connector body. The connector further includes at least one actuating member (136) received in the connector body and configured to be moved along the pivot axis between a locked position and an unlocked position.

Description

VISOR ASSEMBLY AND HELMETTechnical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates generally to a helmet, and more particularly, to a visor assembly for the helmet.Background

[0002] Helmets are essential protective gear designed to safeguard a user’s head during various activities, such as bicycling, sports, and other industrial applications, for example welding. Welding helmets, in particular, are equipped with protective shields to protect the user’s eye and face during welding processes. Often, these welding helmets include a grinding shield, which is transparent and provides basic eye protection, and a welding shield that covers the grinding shield and is usually tinted or darkened to prevent eye damage from harmful radiations emitted during welding.

[0003] In general, welding helmets incorporate a flip-up mechanism that allows the welding shield to be rotated pivotally away from the user's eyes, uncovering the grinding shield beneath. This is beneficial for users performing tasks other than welding, as it allows unobstructed vision through the transparent grinding shield. With this rotational capability, the welding shield remains attached to the helmet, ensuring it is always available when needed.

[0004] However, welding shields, especially those with self-darkening features, are known for being particularly front-heavy, therefore may add considerable weight to the welding helmet and cause neck pain for the users. Moreover, when the welding shield is moved / rotated away from the user’s eyes, the helmet's center of gravity also gets shifted, which may lead to instability and causing additional neck strain and muscle stress for the user.

[0005] Therefore, there is a need for a helmet which is free from the above-mentioned limitations, thereby enhancing user comfort and reducing the risk of neck pain.Summary

[0006] In a first aspect, the present disclosure provides a visor assembly for a helmet. The visor assembly includes a visor. The visor includes a visor body extending between a top end and a bottom end opposite to the top end. The visor further includes a viewing window defined between the top end and the bottom end and disposed centrally to the visor body. The visor further includes a first protective shield attached to the visor body and arranged covering the viewing window. Furthermore, the visor includes a retaining member including a retaining cavity and disposed at the top end of the visor body. The visor assembly further includes a connector configured to be received in the retaining cavity of the retaining member, such that the connector is removably coupled to the visor. The connector includes a connector body. The connector further includes an attachment member pivotally coupled to the connector body, such that the attachment member is rotatable abouta pivot axis relative to the connector body. Furthermore, the connector includes at least one actuating member received in the connector body and configured to be moved along the pivot axis between a locked position and an unlocked position. The connector is coupled to the visor in the locked position of the at least one actuating member. The connector is disconnected from the visor in the unlocked position of the at least one actuating member. The connector further includes a force applied member configured to force the at least one actuating member towards the locked position. The visor assembly further includes a second protective shield coupled to the attachment member of the connector, such that the second protective shield is pivotably movable relative to the visor between a lowered position and a raised position. In the lowered position, the second protective shield at least partially covers the first protective shield. In the raised position, the second protective shield is disposed proximate to the top end of the visor body and at least partially uncovers the first protective shield.

[0007] In a second aspect, the present disclosure provides a helmet. The helmet includes the visor assembly of the first aspect. The helmet further includes an outer shell coupled to the visor assembly of the first aspect.

[0008] The details of one or more examples of the disclosure are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features, objects, and advantages of the disclosure will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from the claims.Brief Description of the Drawings

[0009] Exemplary embodiments disclosed herein may be more completely understood in consideration of the following detailed description in connection with the following figures. The figures are not necessarily drawn to scale . Like numbers used in the figures refer to like components. However, it will be understood that the use of a number to refer to a component in a given figure is not intended to limit the component in another figure labeled with the same number.

[0010] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a helmet, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0011] FIG. 2A is a perspective view of a visor assembly of the helmet of FIG. 1 in which a second protective shield is shown in a raised position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0012] FIG. 2B is a perspective view of the visor assembly of FIG. 2A in which the second protective shield is shown in a lowered position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0013] FIG. 3 is an exploded view of the visor assembly of FIG. 2A, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0014] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a visor of the visor assembly of FIG. 2A, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0015] FIG. 5 is a magnified view of a portion of the visor of FIG. 4, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0016] FIG. 6A is a front perspective view of a connector of the visor assembly of FIG. 2A, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0017] FIG. 6B is a rear perspective view of the connector of FIG. 6A, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0018] FIG. 6C is another front perspective view of the connector of FIG. 6A in which an actuating member is shown in an unlocked position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0019] FIG. 7 is another rear perspective view of the connector of FIG. 6 A, with some components not shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0020] FIG. 8 is another front perspective view of the connector of FIG. 6A, with some components not shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

[0021] FIG. 9 is another rear perspective view of the connector of FIG. 6 A with some components not shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.Detailed Description

[0022] In the following description, reference is made to the accompanying figures that form a part thereof and in which various embodiments are shown by way of illustration. It is to be understood that other embodiments are contemplated and may be made without departing from the scope or spirit of the present disclosure. The following detailed description, therefore, is not to be taken in a limiting sense.

[0023] In the following disclosure, the following definitions are adopted.

[0024] As used herein, all numbers should be considered modified by the term “about”. As used herein, “a,” “an,” “the,” “at least one,” and “one or more” are used interchangeably.

[0025] The term “about”, unless otherwise specifically defined, means to a high degree of approximation (e.g., within + / - 5% for quantifiable properties) but again without requiring absolute precision or a perfect match.

[0026] As used herein as a modifier to a property or attribute, the term “generally”, unless otherwise specifically defined, means that the property or attribute would be readily recognizable by a person of ordinary skill but without requiring absolute precision or a perfect match (e.g., within + / - 20 % for quantifiable properties).

[0027] As used herein, “at least one of A and B” should be understood to mean “only A, only B, or both A and B”.

[0028] As used herein, the statement that two or more parts or components are “coupled” shall mean that the parts are joined or operate together either directly or indirectly, i.e., through one or more intermediate parts or components, so long as a link occurs. As used herein, “directly coupled”means that two elements are directly in contact with each other. As used herein, “fixedly coupled” or “fixed” means that two components are coupled so as to move as one while maintaining a constant orientation relative to each other.

[0029] As used herein, the phrase “removably coupled” or “temporarily coupled” means that one component is coupled with another component in an essentially temporary manner. That is, the two components are coupled in such a way that the joining or separation of the components is easy and would not damage the components. For example, two components secured to each other with a limited number of readily accessible fasteners, i.e., fasteners that are not difficult to access, are “removably coupled” whereas two components that are welded together or joined by difficult to access fasteners are not “removably coupled”. A “difficult to access fastener” is one that requires the removal of one or more other components prior to accessing the fastener wherein the “other component” is not an access device such as, but not limited to, a door.

[0030] As used herein, “substantially” means “for the most part” relevant to the term being modified as would be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0031] As used herein, an “elongated” element inherently includes a longitudinal axis and / or longitudinal line extending in the direction of the elongation.

[0032] As used herein, “corresponding” indicates that two structural components are sized and shaped similar to each other and can be coupled with a minimum amount of friction. Thus, an opening “corresponding” to a member is sized slightly larger than the member so that the member can pass through the opening with a minimum amount of friction. This definition is changed when the two components are said to “snugly” fit together or “just correspond”. In that situation, the difference between the sizes of those components is even smaller, thereby increasing the amount of friction.

[0033] The present disclosure provides a visor assembly for a helmet. The visor assembly includes a visor. The visor includes a visor body extending between a top end and a bottom end opposite to the top end. The visor further includes a viewing window defined between the top end and the bottom end and disposed centrally to the visor body. The visor further includes a first protective shield attached to the visor body and arranged covering the viewing window. Further, the visor includes a retaining member including a retaining cavity and disposed at the top end of the visor body. The visor assembly further includes a connector configured to be received in the retaining cavity of the retaining member, such that the connector is removably coupled to the visor. Furthermore, the visor assembly includes a second protective shield coupled to the attachment member of the connector, such that the second protective shield is pivotably movable relative to the visor between a lowered position and a raised position. The helmet may be a welding helmet. The helmet may be used in industrial applications.

[0034] As the connector facilitates removable coupling of the second protective shield to the visor body, this enables a user to easily detach the second protective shield from the visor body, when notin use. This feature significantly reduces an overall weight of the helmet when the user does not require the second protective shield. The reduction in the overall weight of the helmet minimizes strain on the user’s head and neck, thereby reducing fatigue and discomfort during prolonged use of the helmet. Removable coupling of the second protective shield from the visor assembly makes the helmet lighter, which ensures enhanced balancing and stability of the helmet and reduces the risk of neck pain. Moreover, the connector and the retaining member ensures a quick detachment and reattachment of the second protective shield from / to the visor, without use of any additional tool. Hence, minimal effort is required for coupling and decoupling of the second protective shield with the visor, thereby improving workflow efficiency of the user.

[0035] Referring now to Figures, FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a helmet 50, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. In the illustrated example, the helmet 50 is shown as a welding helmet. However, in other examples, the helmet 50 may be other types of helmets including, but not limited to, military helmets, grinding shields, or any other type of helmet capable of providing protection to a user's head. The helmet 50 may be used in industrial applications.

[0036] The helmet 50 includes an outer shell 60 configured to receive the user’s head such that the user’s head is fully covered to provide protection to the user’s head. The helmet 50 further includes a visor assembly 100 coupled to the outer shell 60 of the helmet 50. In the illustrated embodiment of FIG. 1, the visor assembly 100 is removably coupled to the outer shell 60. The visor assembly 100 may include a coupling structure 102 (better shown in FIG. 2) to facilitate coupling of the visor assembly 100 with the outer shell 60 of the helmet 50. In some embodiments, the visor assembly 100 and the outer shell 60 may be coupled by means of a bayonet coupling.

[0037] FIG. 2A illustrates a perspective view of the visor assembly 100 for the helmet 50, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 2B illustrates another perspective view of the visor assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 illustrates an exploded view of the visor assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] Referring to FIGS. 2A to 3, the visor assembly 100 includes a visor 106. The visor 106 includes a visor body 108 extending between a top end 112 and a bottom end 114 opposite to the top end 112. The visor 106 further includes a viewing window 116 defined between the top end 112 and the bottom end 114 and disposed centrally to the visor body 108. The viewing window 116 allows the user of the helmet 50 to see through it. Furthermore, the visor 106 includes a first protective shield 120 attached to the visor body 108 and arranged covering the viewing window 116.

[0039] The first protective shield 120 is arranged covering the viewing window 116, such that the first protective shield 120 closes the viewing window 116. Thus, the user’s face, specifically eyes of the user, may be protected by the first protective shield 120. In some embodiments, the first protective shield 120 may include a completely transparent or clear protective plate made of polycarbonate material or a safety glass.

[0040] The visor 106 further includes a retaining member 122 including a retaining cavity 124 and disposed at the top end 112 of the visor body 108. In some embodiments, the retaining member 122 is integral with the visor body 108. The retaining member 122 includes at least one retaining structure 126 defining at least a portion of the retaining cavity 124. The at least one retaining structure 126 will be described in detail later in the description.

[0041] The visor assembly 100 further includes a connector 130 configured to be received in the retaining cavity 124 of the retaining members 122, such that the connector 130 is removably coupled to the visor 106. The connector 130 includes a connector body 132 and an attachment member 134 pivotally coupled to the connector body 132, such that the attachment member 134 is rotatable about a pivot axis X-X relative to the connector body 132. In some embodiments, the attachment member 134 may include an arcuately-shaped arm disposed at least partially within the connector body 132 and extending arcuately and outwardly of the connector body 132 from either side thereof.

[0042] Furthermore, the connector 130 includes at least one actuating member 136 received in the connector body 132 and configured to be moved along the pivot axis X-X between a locked position Pl (also shown in FIGS. 2A and 6A) and an unlocked position P2 (shown in FIG. 6C). The connector 130 is coupled to the visor 106 in the locked position Pl of the at least one actuating member 136. The connector 130 is disconnected from the visor 106 in the unlocked position P2 of the at least one actuating member 136. The at least one actuating member 136 includes a protrusion 138 (also shown in FIG. 3) extending along the pivot axis X-X. Furthermore, the connector 130 includes a force applied member 142 (shown in FIG. 7) configured to force the at least one actuating member 136 towards the locked position Pl.

[0043] The visor assembly 100 further includes a second protective shield 140 coupled to the attachment member 134 of the connector 130, such that the second protective shield 140 is pivotably movable relative to the visor 106 between a lowered position P3 and a raised position P4. In FIG. 2A, the second protective shield 140 is shown in the raised position P4. In the raised position P4, the second protective shield 140 is disposed proximate to the top end 112 of the visor body 108 and at least partially uncovers the first protective shield 120. In some embodiments, in the raised position P4, the second protective shield 140 completely uncovers the first protective shield 120. In FIG. 2B, the second protective shield 140 is shown in the lowered position P3. In the lowered position P3, the second protective shield 140 at least partially covers the first protective shield 120. In some embodiments, in the lowered position P3, the second protective shield 140 completely covers the first protective shield 120.

[0044] The second protective shield 140 may be darkened or capable of darkening in order to inhibit damage to the user’s eyes while performing a welding process. A viewing capacity of the first protective shield 120 is greater than a viewing capacity of the second protective shield 140. Accordingly, the second protective shield 140 is configured to filter those portions of light of a welding arc that could be harmful for the user of the helmet 50 (i.e., welding helmet) observing thewelding arc through the viewing window 116 of the visor 106. In some embodiments, the second protective shield 140 includes a welding fdter. In some embodiments, the welding fdter is an automatic darkening fdter.

[0045] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the visor 106, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 5 is a magnified view of a portion of the visor 106, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Specifically, FIG. 5 illustrates the portion of the visor 106 that defines the retaining member 122. Referring to FIGS. 2A to 5, in the illustrated embodiment, the at least one retaining structure 126 includes a pair of retaining structures 126 spaced apart from each other. The pair of retaining structures 126 together define at least a portion of the retaining cavity 124.

[0046] The at least one retaining structure 126 includes a first leg 146 extending from the visor body 108 towards the top end 112 of the visor body 108. The at least one retaining structure 126 further includes an intermediate leg 148 extending from the first leg 146 along the pivot axis X-X. Furthermore, the at least one retaining structure 126 includes a second leg 152 extending from the intermediate leg 148 at a first end 156 towards the first protective shield 120 and ends at the visor body 108 at a second end 158. In some embodiments, the first leg 146 and the second leg 152 are inclined to each other. In some embodiments, a length L 1 of the first leg 146 is smaller than a length L2 of the second leg 152.

[0047] The second leg 152 includes an opening 160 defined at the second end 158 and configured to receive the protrusion 138 of the at least one actuating member 136. In some embodiments, the opening 160 is D-shaped (as shown in FIG. 5), round, rectangular, square, or elliptical. The first leg 146 and the second leg 152 may act as a detent to restrict movement of the connector 130 along the pivot axis X-X. The intermediate leg 148 may act as a detent to restrict movement of the connector 130 perpendicular or at angle to the pivot axis X-X. Accordingly, the connector 130 is fitted or housed inside the retaining cavity 124 of the at least one retaining structure 126, thereby facilitating coupling and retention of the connector 130 with the visor 106.

[0048] As the connector 130 facilitates removable coupling of the second protective shield 140 to the visor 106 (i.e., the visor body 108), this enables the user to easily detach the second protective shield 140 from the visor body 108, when not in use. This feature significantly reduces the overall weight of the helmet 50 when the user does not require the second protective shield 140. The reduction in the overall weight of the helmet 50 minimizes strain on the user’s head and neck, thereby reducing fatigue and discomfort during prolonged use of the helmet 50. Removable coupling of the second protective shield 140 from the visor assembly 100 makes the helmet 50 lighter, which ensures enhanced balancing and stability of the helmet 50 and reduces the risk of neck pain. Moreover, the connector 130 and the retaining member 122 (i.e., the at least one retaining structure 126) ensures a quick detachment and reattachment of the second protective shield 140 from / to the visor 106, without use of any additional tool. Hence, minimal effort is required in coupling and decoupling ofthe second protective shield 140 with the visor 106, thereby improving workflow efficiency of the user.

[0049] FIG. 6A is a front perspective view of the connector 130 of the visor assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 6B is a rear perspective view of the connector 130, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIGS. 2A to 6B, the connector body 132 includes a first connector element 162 arranged abutting the retaining member 122 in the retaining cavity 124. The connector body 132 further includes a second connector element 164 arranged abutting and at least partially covering the first connector element 162 and the at least one actuating member 136. The first connector element 162 includes a plurality of holding portions 166 configured to hold and support the attachment member 134 thereon, such that the attachment member 134 passes through the plurality of holding portions 166 thereby allowing the rotatable movement of the attachment member 134.

[0050] In some embodiments, the at least one actuating member 136 is a pressable component, a tumable component, or a movable component. In the illustrated embodiment of FIGS. 6A and 6B, the at least one actuating member 136 is a pressable component.

[0051] The at least one actuating member 136 includes a pair of actuating members 136 corresponding to the pair of retaining structures 126. Each of the pair of actuating members 136 may be movable along the pivot axis X-X between their corresponding locked position Pl and the unlocked position P2.

[0052] In FIG. 6A, the at least one actuating member 136 is shown in the locked position Pl. In the locked position Pl of the at least one actuating member 136, the protrusion 138 of the at least one actuating member 136 is received in the opening 160 of the second leg 152, thereby coupling the connector 130 to the visor 106.

[0053] FIG. 6C illustrates another front perspective view of the connector 130 in which the at least one actuating member 136 is shown in the unlocked position P2. In the unlocked position P2 of the at least one actuating member 136, the protrusion 138 of the at least one actuating member 136 is removed from the opening 160 of the second leg 152, thereby disconnecting the connector 130 from the visor 106. Therefore, in application, the user may press the at least one actuating member 136 to decouple the connector from the visor 106. Similarly, by pressing and holding the at least one actuating member 136 in a pressed state, placing the connector 130 in the retaining cavity 124, and then releasing the at least one actuating member 136 may again couple the connector 130 to the visor 106.

[0054] FIG. 7 is another rear perspective view of the connector 130, with some components not shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The first connector element 162 is not shown in FIG. 7 for illustrative purposes. The at least one actuating member 136 includes a main portion 172 defining a main cavity 174 and an elongated portion 176 extending from the main portion 172. The force applied member 142 is configured to force the elongated portion 176 of theat least one actuating member 136 towards the locked position Pl. When the user presses the at least one actuating member 136 to move the at least one actuating member 136 from the locked position Pl to the unlocked position P2, the force applied member 142 gets compressed, thereby allowing the at least one actuating member 136 to move inwardly. Accordingly, the protrusion 138 of the at least one actuating member 136 is removed from the opening 160 of the second leg 152.

[0055] Upon removal of the pressing force from the at least one actuating member 136, the force applied member 142 tries to come into its original position and accordingly pushes the at least one actuating member 136 outwardly. Specifically, the force applied member 142 pushes the elongated portion 176 of the at least one actuating member 136 to facilitate movement of the at least one actuating member 136 from the unlocked position P2 to the locked position Pl. In the locked position Pl, the protrusion 138 of the at least one actuating member 136 is received in the opening 160 of the second leg 152.

[0056] In the illustrated embodiment of FIG. 7, the force applied member 142 is a biasing member. Specifically, the biasing member is a spring. In other embodiments, the force applied member 142 may be a latch button, a lever, or a sponge.

[0057] Moreover, the connector 130 further includes a pair of springs 184 disposed adjacent to each other. The pair of springs 184 is arranged in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the pivot axis X-X. Each of the pair of springs 184 is coupled to the attachment member 134. The pair of springs 184 facilitates the movement of the second protective shield 140 between the raised position P4 and the lowered position P3.

[0058] FIG. 8 is another front perspective view of the connector 130, with some components not shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The second connector element 164 is not shown in FIG. 8 for illustrative purposes. The first connector element 162 includes at least one tubular portion 168 extending along the pivot axis X-X. The at least one tubular portion 168 is partially received within the main cavity 174. Further, the elongated portion 176 of the at least one actuating member 136 is received within and passes through the at least one tubular portion 168.

[0059] FIG. 9 is another rear perspective view of the connector 130, with some components not shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The second connector element 164 and one actuating member 136 from the pair of actuating members 136 are not shown in FIG. 9 for illustrative purposes.

[0060] The at least one tubular portion 168 enables the movement of the at least one actuating member 136 relative to the connector body 132 between the locked position Pl and the unlocked position P2. Specifically, the at least one tubular portion 168 defines a passage 180 to facilitate movement of the at least one actuating member 136 between the locked position P 1 and the unlocked position P2. Upon movement of the at least one actuating member 136 from the locked position Pl to the unlocked position P2, the main portion 172 of the at least one actuating member 136 abuts theat least one tubular portion 168, such that the at least one tubular portion 168 acts as an end stop for the at least one actuating member 136 at the unlocked position P2.

[0061] Unless otherwise indicated, all numbers expressing feature sizes, amounts, and physical properties used in the specification and claims are to be understood as being modified by the term “about”. Accordingly, unless indicated to the contrary, the numerical parameters set forth in the foregoing specification and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by those skilled in the art utilizing the teachings disclosed herein.

[0062] Although specific embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that a variety of alternate and / or equivalent implementations can be substituted for the specific embodiments shown and described without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. This application is intended to cover any adaptations or variations of the specific embodiments discussed herein. Therefore, it is intended that this disclosure be limited only by the claims and the equivalents thereof.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A visor assembly for a helmet, the visor assembly comprising: a visor comprising: a visor body extending between a top end and a bottom end opposite to the top end; a viewing window defined between the top end and the bottom end and disposed centrally to the visor body; a first protective shield attached to the visor body and arranged covering the viewing window; and a retaining member comprising a retaining cavity and disposed at the top end of the visor body; a connector configured to be received in the retaining cavity of the retaining member, such that the connector is removably coupled to the visor, the connector comprising: a connector body; an attachment member pivotally coupled to the connector body, such that the attachment member is rotatable about a pivot axis relative to the connector body; at least one actuating member received in the connector body and configured to be moved along the pivot axis between a locked position and an unlocked position, wherein the connector is coupled to the visor in the locked position of the at least one actuating member, wherein the connector is disconnected from the visor in the unlocked position of the at least one actuating member; and a force applied member configured to force the at least one actuating member towards the locked position; and a second protective shield coupled to the attachment member of the connector, such that the second protective shield is pivotably movable relative to the visor between a lowered position and a raised position, wherein, in the lowered position, the second protective shield at least partially covers the first protective shield, and wherein, in the raised position, the second protective shield is disposed proximate to the top end of the visor body and at least partially uncovers the first protective shield.

2. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein the retaining member comprises at least one retaining structure defining at least a portion of the retaining cavity.

3. The visor assembly of claim 2, wherein the at least one retaining structure comprises: a first leg extending from the visor body towards the top end of the visor body; an intermediate leg extending from the first leg along the pivot axis; and a second leg extending from the intermediate leg at a first end towards the first protective shield and ends at the visor body at a second end.

4. The visor assembly of claim 3, wherein: the at least one actuating member comprises a protrusion extending along the pivot axis; the second leg comprises an opening defined at the second end and configured to receive the protrusion of the at least one actuating member; wherein, in the locked position of the at least one actuating member, the protrusion of the at least one actuating member is received in the opening of the second leg, thereby coupling the connector to the visor; and wherein, in the unlocked position of the at least one actuating member, the protrusion of the at least one actuating member is removed from the opening of the second leg, thereby disconnecting the connector from the visor.

5. The visor assembly of claim 4, wherein the opening is D-shaped, round, rectangular, square, or elliptical.

6. The visor assembly of claim 3, wherein a length of the first leg is smaller than a length of the second leg.

7. The visor assembly of claim 3, wherein the first leg and the second leg are inclined to each other.

8. The visor assembly of claim 2, wherein the at least one retaining structure comprises a pair of retaining structures spaced apart from each other, and wherein the pair of retaining structures together define at least a portion of the retaining cavity; the at least one actuating member comprises a pair of actuating members corresponding to the pair of retaining structures.

9. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein the retaining member is integral with the visor body.

10. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein the connector body comprises a first connector element arranged abutting the retaining member in the retaining cavity, the first connector element comprising a plurality of holding portions configured to hold and support the attachment member thereon, such that the attachment member passes through the plurality of holding portions thereby allowing the rotatable movement of the attachment member.

11. The visor assembly of claim 10, wherein the first connector element comprises at least one tubular portion extending along the pivot axis; the at least one actuating member comprises a main portion defining a main cavity and an elongated portion extending from the main portion, the at least one tubular portion partially received within the main cavity; and upon movement of the at least one actuating member from the locked position to the unlocked position, the main portion of the at least one actuating member abuts the at least one tubular portion, such that the at least one tubular portion acts as an end stop for the at least one actuating member at the unlocked position.

12. The visor assembly of claim 11, wherein the elongated portion of the at least one actuating member is received within and passes through the at least one tubular portion.

13. The visor assembly of claim 11 , wherein the force applied member is configured to bias the elongated portion of the at least one actuating member towards the locked position.

14. The visor assembly of claim 10, wherein the connector body further comprises a second connector element arranged abutting and at least partially covering the first connector element and the at least one actuating member.

15. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein the at least one actuating member is a pressable component, a tumable component, or a movable component.

16. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein a viewing capacity of the first protective shield is greater than a viewing capacity of the second protective shield.

17. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein the second protective shield comprises a welding filter.

18. The visor assembly of claim 17, wherein the welding filter is an automatic darkening filter.

19. The visor assembly of claim 1, wherein the force applied member is a biasing member.

20. The visor assembly of claim 1, whereinin the lowered position, the second protective shield completely covers the first protective shield; and in the raised position, the second protective shield completely uncovers the first protective shield.

21. A helmet comprising : the visor assembly of claim 1 ; and an outer shell coupled to the visor assembly of claim 1.

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