Clip-On Cap Brim Structure for Full Head and Neck Sun Shielding
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing caps and hats do not provide comprehensive protection from sunlight, leaving many areas of the head and neck exposed, despite having a bill that does not fully enclose the head.
Innovation Solution
A sun shield designed to be attached to a cap or hat, featuring a brim that surrounds the cap from its edges, equipped with clips for secure attachment and adjustable positioning, and optionally includes reflective stickers, storage elements, and a light feature for enhanced visibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If a traditional cap or hat with a bill is used, then the front face is partially protected from sunlight, but the entire head and neck remain exposed to sunlight
Solution Approach 1:
The sun shield is divided into multiple functional segments: a brim portion that extends around the cap, a face shield portion that provides facial protection, and a neck shield portion that protects the neck area. This segmentation allows comprehensive coverage of all exposed areas while maintaining flexibility in attachment and adjustment.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from the traditional two-dimensional bill to a three-dimensional structure that wraps around the cap in multiple directions. The brim extends laterally and vertically, the face shield projects forward, and the neck shield extends backward, creating multi-dimensional protection against sunlight from various angles.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a comprehensive sun shield is added to a cap, then full head and neck protection is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The sun shield merges multiple protective functions into a single integrated accessory that attaches to the cap. The brim, face shield, and neck shield portions are combined into one cohesive structure with unified attachment mechanisms, simplifying the overall system while providing comprehensive protection.
Solution Approach 2:
The sun shield serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides sunlight protection for the head, face, and neck; it can be attached to various types of caps; and it includes optional features like reflective stickers and storage elements. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate protective devices.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a fixed sun shield is attached to a cap, then protection is provided, but adaptability to different users and conditions is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The sun shield incorporates dynamic elements including adjustable straps with buckles, movable clips, and flexible positioning mechanisms that allow users to adjust the fit and orientation according to their head shape, size, and preferred protection levels. This enables the same shield to adapt to different users and conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment mechanisms allow for parameter changes in positioning, angle, and tightness of the sun shield relative to the cap and user's head. Users can modify these parameters to optimize protection based on individual needs, weather conditions, and activity requirements.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The sun shield effectively shields the entire head and neck from sunlight, providing adjustable protection and additional safety features like reflectivity and illumination, enhancing user safety and comfort.
Implementation Method 1
The sun shield can have a brim, and a plurality of clips, wherein each clip is adapted to fasten the brim to an edge of the cap
Data Source
AI summary
A sun shield configured to be attached to a cap. The sun shield can have a brim, and a plurality of clips, wherein each clip is adapted to fasten the brim to an edge of the cap. In embodiments each clip is adapted to position the brim substantially orthogonally to the cap. In embodiments each clip is adapted to position the brim extending outwardly from the cap in a manner that a wearer of the cap is shielded from the sun.