Helmet Visor Mounting Base for Interchangeable Dual Visors

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing helmet visor mounting systems are complex, requiring multiple parts and symmetric components, which can lead to assembly errors and inefficiencies, especially when multiple visors are used.

Innovation Solution

A helmet with a visor mounting system featuring a pair of unitary mounting bases that are interchangeable and connect to either side of the helmet, allowing for removability and pivotal movement of visors, with offset pivot axes for different visor motions, and a snap-fit connection mechanism.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If multiple separate mounting components are used for each side of the helmet, then the helmet can accommodate multiple visors with symmetric mounting systems, but the device complexity increases and assembly becomes more error-prone

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to accommodate multiple visorsVSAvoidnumber of mounting components

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple separate mounting components into a single unitary mounting base that integrates the functions of both left and right mounting sections. This single base includes integrated pivots, retention mechanisms, and mounting interfaces that previously required separate components, thereby reducing overall device complexity while maintaining the ability to accommodate multiple visors.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The unitary mounting base is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides mounting interfaces for multiple visors, includes integrated pivots for rotational movement, incorporates retention mechanisms for secure attachment, and enables interchangeable positioning on different helmet sides. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate specialized components for each function.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Shape

If symmetric mounting systems are used on both sides of the helmet, then the helmet maintains aesthetic symmetry, but assembly errors increase due to identical components on both sides

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesymmetry of helmet shellVSAvoidassembly accuracy

Core Design Contradiction:

ShapeVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces asymmetric features into the previously symmetric mounting system. The unitary mounting base includes asymmetric pivot configurations, asymmetric retention mechanism positions, and asymmetric mounting interface orientations that allow the same base design to be installed on either side of the helmet without creating confusion. This asymmetry within the unitary design maintains external aesthetic symmetry while enabling precise, error-free assembly through unique identification and orientation features.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #4Asymmetry

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple separate mounting systems are used for multiple visors, then each visor can be independently mounted, but the weight of the helmet increases due to additional parts

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveindependent visor operationVSAvoidweight of mounting system

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple separate mounting systems into a single unitary mounting base that supports multiple visors simultaneously. By integrating the mounting structures, pivots, and retention mechanisms into one consolidated component, the total weight of the mounting system is significantly reduced compared to using separate mounting systems for each visor, while still allowing independent operation of each visor.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

4Reliability

If complex multi-part mounting systems are used, then the visor can be securely retained, but the ease of manufacture decreases due to multiple assembly steps

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevisor retention securityVSAvoidassembly simplicity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple separate mounting components into a single unitary mounting base that is manufactured as one integrated piece. This eliminates the need for assembling multiple separate parts, significantly simplifying the manufacturing process while maintaining secure visor retention through integrated retention mechanisms that are built into the unitary structure.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The unitary mounting base is pre-manufactured with all retention mechanisms, pivots, and mounting interfaces already integrated and positioned correctly. This preliminary integration during manufacturing eliminates the need for complex assembly steps later, allowing the base to be installed as a single component while ensuring proper function and secure retention from the outset.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS12501959B2Visor assembly with unique plate

Publication Date: 2025.12.23 KIMPEX

AI summary

A helmet is provided which includes a helmet shell defining a cavity. The helmet shell has left and right helmet mounting sections defined on left and right sides thereof, and the helmet includes a visor mounting system comprising a primary visor connector made of a single piece and adapted for connection with the left and right helmet mounting sections. The helmet further has a primary visor removably and pivotally connected to the primary visor connector and adapted to pivot about a primary pivot axis.