Helmet Visor Pivot Locking for Headset-Clear Fast Deployment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing helmets with visors face issues such as cumbersome deployment mechanisms, interference with non-helmet-integrated headsets, and visor positioning that is not adaptable to different user face configurations, leading to discomfort and inefficiency, especially in time-sensitive scenarios.

Innovation Solution

A helmet visor system with a pivotally movable visor that can be stored within the helmet, allowing for independent headsets and customizable deployment positions, using an actuation knob, positioning hook, and lock screw mechanism for smooth operation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If hand-screws are used to adjust visor height, then visor positioning is achieved, but operation becomes time-consuming and difficult with gloves on

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevisor adjustment operationVSAvoidtime to deploy visor

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the hand-screw clicking mechanism with a push-button actuation system that uses spring-loaded plunger and cam mechanism. This substitution eliminates the need for fine motor skills and multiple clicking actions, allowing visor deployment with a simple push motion that can be operated even with gloves on.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a spring-loaded mechanism that provides dynamic motion to the visor deployment process. The spring-loaded plunger and cam mechanism create a rapid, controlled movement that deploys the visor quickly without requiring sustained manual manipulation, thereby reducing deployment time while maintaining ease of operation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If sliding visors are used, then visor deployment is achieved, but high friction prevents fast deployment

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevisor deploymentVSAvoidvisor deployment speed

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSSpeed

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the sliding track mechanism with a pivot-based deployment system actuated by spring-loaded plungers and cams. This substitution eliminates the high-friction sliding contact, allowing the visor to pivot freely and deploy rapidly without resistance from frictional forces.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent uses spring-loaded mechanisms to provide dynamic, rapid motion to the visor during deployment. The springs store and release energy to accelerate the visor's movement, overcoming any residual friction and enabling fast deployment that maintains operational ease.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

3Ease of operation

If visors are positioned external to helmet shell, then visor storage is achieved, but weight and bulk increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevisor storageVSAvoidhelmet weight

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a nested configuration where the visor is stored within the helmet shell itself, rather than being positioned externally. The visor fits into a recess or cavity in the helmet, eliminating the need for external visor covers or housings. This nesting approach maintains compact storage while reducing the overall weight and bulk of the helmet-visor assembly.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

4Ease of operation

If sliding track mechanisms are used, then visor storage is achieved, but mechanical wear and tear increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevisor storage and deploymentVSAvoidmechanical durability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the sliding track mechanism with a pivot-based system that reduces sliding friction and contact wear. The pivot points and cam mechanisms are designed to minimize mechanical wear, and the spring-loaded components provide smooth, controlled motion that reduces stress on moving parts, thereby improving overall mechanical durability and reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables quick and comfortable visor deployment without interfering with headsets, accommodating various user face configurations, and improving operational efficiency by reducing mechanical wear and tear.

Implementation Method 1

A spring may be attached to the actuation knob to push the actuation knob

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectSpring: Spring

Implementation Method 2

Friction between the actuation knob and the visor actuator slot may serve to hold the visor in the deployed position

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectFriction: Friction

Data Source

PatentUS12550964B2Helmet having visor pivoting and locking mechanism and associated system and methods

Publication Date: 2026.02.17 FINAL FORGE LLC

AI summary

A helmet visor system may include a helmet shaped to accommodate a headset, a visor lens and a visor apparatus to pivotally move the visor lens between a stored position and a deployed position. The deployed position may be defined as a majority of the visor lens being extended from the helmet, and the stored position may be defined as the majority of the visor lens being occluded by the helmet within an interior of the helmet. The visor lens may be pivotally moveable between the stored position and the deployed position so as not to interfere with the headset.