Perpendicular Closure System for Combat Headgear
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing headgear for combat sports lacks customizable fit, adequate protection, and maintains an unobstructed field of view, particularly at the front and chin areas, which are critical for safety and vision during activities.
Innovation Solution
A protective headgear with a closure system featuring adjustable straps that operate perpendicular to each other, providing a secure and customizable fit while maintaining the field of view, incorporating a chin closure system with padding for enhanced protection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional straps are used to secure headgear, then the headgear can be fastened to the head, but the straps interact in a way that encourages separation and does not maintain the field of view
Solution Approach 1:
The closure system transitions from a single-plane strap arrangement to a multi-dimensional configuration where straps extend in perpendicular directions (first strap horizontally, second strap vertically). This spatial arrangement prevents strap separation by distributing securing forces across different planes while maintaining an unobstructed field of view through strategic positioning away from the front facial area.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If headgear provides comprehensive coverage for protection, then protection is improved, but vision is significantly impacted
Solution Approach 1:
The headgear applies protection selectively to specific regions of the head (sides, back, top) while deliberately leaving the front facial area uncovered. The closure system is positioned at the rear, concentrating securing mechanisms away from the field of view. This localized approach provides impact protection to vulnerable areas without obstructing vision through the front.
3Adaptability or versatility
If headgear is designed with adjustable means for custom fit, then customized fit is achieved, but the only adjustable means is a chin strap which lacks adequate protection at the front of the chin
Solution Approach 1:
The closure system is divided into separate functional components: a first strap for horizontal adjustment and a second strap for vertical adjustment. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each strap's function - the first strap provides custom fit adjustment while the second strap extends to provide additional chin protection, with each strap adjustable to suit different head shapes and sizes.
Data Source
AI summary
A protective headgear is disclosed. The headgear protects regions of the wearer's head including the crown, temples, and chin. The headgear has a closure system having two adjustable closures, operating substantially perpendicular to each other and to reinforce one another, that act to provide custom fit for the headgear and to maintain a field of view for the wearer during use and after repeated uses.