US20210112905A1 - Advanced Comfort Chincup - Google Patents
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- the invention relates to systems and methods for an improved chincup. More specifically, this invention relates to systems and methods for a chincup comprising additional comfort relief during use.
- a chincup including but not limited to American football, lacrosse, hockey, baseball.
- the purpose of this piece of equipment is dual: protecting the chin against injuries and securing the headgear to the head to hold the associated helmet on the player's head securely, resisting rearward and upward forces to help prevent further injury.
- chincups are rigid and uncomfortable. Many players complain about the chincups lack of comfort, and even sometimes report that the outer perimeter of the chincup causes chin abrasions or bruising with continuous wear and/or after receiving impacts.
- the chincup assembly comprising a chincup, chincup padding layer, one or more chin cup straps or chinstraps, one or more sliding fasteners.
- the chincup having a first opening, a second opening and a relief cut out.
- the relief cutout being disposed on a region of the chincup, the regions of the chincup comprises a top portion, a bottom portion, a right portion or left portion, and/or any combination thereof.
- One or more chinstraps are threaded through the each of the first or second openings and extending away from the chincup.
- Each of the one or more chinstraps having at least two sliding fasteners on the opposed outer ends of the one or more chinstraps.
- the at least two sliding fasteners allow the one or more chinstrap to be slidably adjustable for tension on the wearers head and be coupled to the protective headgear.
- the sliding fasteners may include a snap elements, Velcro, quick release mechanism, magnetic mechanism, etc.
- a protective helmet may comprise an improved chincup.
- the protective helmet may comprise a helmet, a facemask and a chincup assembly.
- the helmet may comprise an outer shell, an inner shell, an impact mitigation layer.
- the outer shell having an inner surface; the inner shell having an exterior surface, the inner shell positioned adjacent to the outer shell inner surface; an impact mitigation layer between the outer shell inner surface and the inner shell exterior surface; and a chincup assembly;
- the chincup assembly comprises a chincup body or shell, a chincup padding, a chinstrap, a sliding fastener, the chincup body having a top or bottom portion and at least one cutout, the at least one cutout disposed on a region of the chincup body.
- the at least one cutout having a height and a width, the width being at least 2 ⁇ larger than the height.
- the impact mitigation layer may comprise at least a portion of various impact mitigation structures, including filaments, laterally supported filaments, chevron or zigzag structures, inflatable air bladders, cones, shock absorbers, shock suspension systems, at least one foam layer, auxetic structures, 3D printed structures, and/or any combinations thereof.
- the improved chincup assembly comprises a chincup, an inner padding layer, a chinstrap, and a sliding fastener.
- the chincup comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the shell, the regions of the chincup being a top portion, a bottom portion, a right portion and a left portion, and/or any combination thereof;
- the inner padding layer having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being positioned within the relief cutout, the second portion being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the shell, the inner padding layer having a perimeter, at least a portion of the perimeter matches the edge of the chincup, or the at least a portion of the perimeter of the inner padding layer extends beyond the edge of the chincup.
- the inner padding layer first portion and the second portion comprises a foam material, elastomeric materials or a soft polymer material.
- the inner padding layer first portion and the inner padding layer second portion comprises the same foam material, an elastomeric material, or a soft polymer material.
- the inner padding layer first portion and the inner padding layer second portion comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or soft polymer materials.
- the inner padding layer comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers.
- the improved chincup assembly comprises a chincup shell, an inner padding layer, relief cutout padding layer, a chinstrap, and a sliding fastener.
- the chincup shell comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the chincup shell, the regions of the chincup shell being a top portion, a bottom portion, a right portion and a left portion, and/or any combination thereof; the relief cutout padding layer, the relief cutout padding layer disposed within the relief cutout; the relief cutout padding layer having an edge, the edge matches or substantially matches with the perimeter of the chincup.
- the edge is below or extends beyond the perimeter of the chincup.
- the inner padding layer being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the shell, the inner padding layer having a perimeter that matches the edge of the chincup, or the perimeter of the inner padding layer extends beyond the edge of the chincup.
- the inner padding layer and the relief cutout layer comprises a foam material, and elastomeric material or a soft polymer material.
- the inner padding layer and the relief cutout layer comprises the same foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer material.
- the inner padding layer and the relief cutout layer comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer materials.
- the inner padding layer and the relief cut out layer comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers.
- a chincup assembly comprising: a shell, the shell comprises an external surface, an inner surface, and a recessed relief cutout, the relief cutout positioned on a top region of the shell; a first padding layer, the first padding layer comprising a first padding material the first padding layer disposed within the recessed relief cutout; and a second padding layer, the second padding layer comprising a second padding material, the second padding layer being coupled to the inner surface of the shell.
- the chincup further comprises a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism.
- the shell comprising a deformable polymer material.
- the first padding layer and the second padding layer comprises different materials or the same materials.
- the first padding layer material comprises an elastic material and the second padding layer comprises a foam material.
- the chincup shell further comprising a first opening and second opening, the first and second opening spaced apart.
- a chincup assembly comprising: a shell, the shell comprises recessed a relief cutout, the recessed relief cutout positioned on a top region of the shell; and a inner pad layer, the inner pad layer having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being disposed within the recessed relief cutout, the second portion being disposed on an inner surface of the shell.
- the chincup further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism.
- the chincup further comprising a first opening and second opening, the first and second opening spaced apart.
- the shell comprising a deformable polymer material.
- the first portion and the second portion comprise different foam materials.
- the first portion comprises an elastic material.
- a protective helmet comprising an outer shell, the outer shell having an inner surface; an inner shell, the inner shell having an exterior surface, the inner shell positioned adjacent to the outer shell inner surface; an impact mitigation layer between the outer shell inner surface and the inner shell exterior surface; and a chincup assembly;
- the chincup assembly comprises a shell, a first pad layer and a second pad layer, the shell including a recessed relief cutout disposed onto a top portion of the shell, the first pad layer being positioned within the recessed relief cutout out; the second pad layer being coupled to an inner surface of the shell.
- the chincup body further comprises a first opening and a second opening, the first and second opening spaced apart.
- the chincup assembly further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism.
- the shell comprising a deformable polymer material.
- the first padding layer and the second padding layer comprises different materials.
- the second portion comprises a foam material.
- the first portion comprises an elastic material.
- FIGS. 1A-1B depict various views of one embodiment of a protective helmet assembly with an improved chincup.
- FIGS. 2A-2C depict various views of another embodiment of an improved chincup
- FIGS. 3A-3C illustrate front and top view of the different embodiments of a chincup with a comfort relief region
- FIGS. 4A-4B depicts one embodiment of an inner padding layer
- FIGS. 5A-5B depicts isometric views of an alternate embodiment of an improved chincup
- FIGS. 6A-6G depicts various views of the improved chincup of FIGS. 5A-5B ;
- FIG. 7 depicts an exploded view of the improved chincup of FIGS. 5A-5B ;
- FIGS. 8A-8I depicts various views of one embodiment of a chincup shell
- FIGS. 9A-9H depicts various views of one embodiment of a relief cutout padding layer
- FIGS. 10A-10E depict various views of an alternate embodiment of an inner padding layer
- FIGS. 11A-11B illustrate an isometric and side view of a mandible.
- Chincups provide multi-factorial uses. For example, a chincup may be used to hold the associated helmet on the player's head securely, resisting rearward and upward forces but not offering such a high degree of resistance that an injury to the upper neck of the player might occur. Additionally, chincups offer protection to the mandible of a player to help reduce or eliminate common fractures or injuries. However, since traditional chincups are intended for impact protection, the traditional chincups may be sometimes uncomfortable to wear leading to abrasions or non-compliance to wear the chincup.
- the improved chincup or chincup assembly that comprises a comfort relief region.
- the comfort relief chincup comprises a recess/relief/cutout on the top edge perimeter (or bottom edge perimeter or both) that can be filled with foam or soft polymer such that the top of the chincup to allow it to deform when pressure is applied, such as during an activity or impact, and returns to its original shape after impact (e.g., elastomeric material).
- the addition of the comfort relief region provides more comfort, support, contouring of the chin shape, rebounding, thus reducing risk of abrasions, bruising or cuts.
- the comfort relief region will allow a quicker recovery, allowing a quicker rebound and bounce when the impact or pressure is released (e.g., a spring like behavior).
- FIGS. 1A-1B depict various views of one embodiment of a protective helmet assembly 100 with an improved chincup 106 .
- the protective helmet 100 comprises an outer shell 102 , and an impact mitigation layer (not shown).
- the protective helmet 100 may further comprise an inner shell (not shown) and a facemask 114 .
- the impact mitigation layer being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the outer shell 102 , and between the inner surface of the outer shell 102 and the inner shell.
- the chincup assembly 108 comprises a shell, a first padding layer and a second padding layer.
- the shell comprises a recessed relief cutout 112 , the first padding layer disposed within the recessed relief cutout, the second padding layer disposed over a portion of the first padding layer and a portion of an inner surface of the shell.
- FIGS. 2A-2C depict various views of one embodiment of a chincup 200 .
- the chincup 200 comprises a shell 220 , an inner padding layer 206 , and a relief cut out padding layer 202 .
- the shell 220 comprises a first opening and a second opening 204 and a relief cutout 216 .
- the relief cut out 216 is disposed on top region or top portion of the chincup shell 220 .
- the relief cut out 216 is disposed on bottom region or portion, or a side region (left and right sides) of the chincup shell.
- the relief cutout having a height 214 , the height 214 can be at least 0.05 in or greater, the height 214 can be less than 0.5 in and the width can be at least 1.75 in or greater.
- the inner padding layer 206 is disposed on an inner surface of the chincup shell 220 .
- the relief cut out padding layer 202 is disposed in the relief cut out 216 .
- the inner padding layer 206 and/or the relief cut out padding layer 202 may comprise one or more foam material layers, one or more elastomeric layers, one or more soft polymer layers, and/or any combination thereof.
- the chincup shell 220 comprises a shell material, the shell material may include a rigid polymer or substantially rigidi polymer. Alternatively, the chincup shell 220 may include a flexible or deformable polymer.
- the polymers may comprise a polycarbonate or any other impact modified TPE.
- the chincup shell first opening and second opening 204 comprises a post 208 .
- the post 208 may be disposed within the first and second openings 204 .
- the post 208 may be centered within the first and second openings 204 .
- the post 208 having a width and height 218 , the height 218 spans the height of the opening, the post width spanning only a portion of the width of the opening.
- the post 208 having a triangular shape.
- the post 208 having a non-uniform or uniform shape along the height 218 of the post 208 .
- the chincup shell 220 having a front surface and a back surface. Each of the first opening and second opening 204 extends through the front surface and the back surface of the chincup shell.
- the chincup shell 220 having an elliptical body with a hemispherical shape.
- the chincup shell further comprises a plurality of holes 210 , the plurality of holes 210 extend through the front surface and the back surface of the chincup shell.
- the plurality of holes 210 may be used for any fasteners or connection mechanisms.
- at least a portion the inner padding layer 206 may extend beyond the perimeter of the chincup shell 220 , forming a flange 212 .
- the chincup recess or chincup relief cutout 216 can either be filled with the foam padding or by another material, such as a TPU or thermoset part with a size substantially similar to the recess or lining the majority of the inner surface of the chincup and continuing on its top part to fill the recess.
- the one or more foam material layers can include polymeric foams, quantum foam, polyethylene foam, ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam, XPS foam, thermoplastic polyurethane foam (foam rubber), XPS foam, polystyrene, phenolic, memory foam (traditional, open cell, or gel), Ariaprene, impact absorbing foam (e.g., VN600), latex rubber foam, convoluted foam (“egg create foam”), Evlon foam, impact hardening foam, 4.0 Custula comfort foam (open cell low density foam), TPU foam and/or any combination thereof.
- the at least one foam layer may have an open-cell structure or closed-cell structure.
- the one or more foam material layers can be further tailored to obtain specific characteristics, such as anti-static, breathable, conductive, hydrophilic, high-tensile, high-tear, controlled elongation, and/or any combination thereof.
- the one or more foam material layers may have a thickness ranging from 7 mm to 25 mm.
- FIGS. 3A-3C illustrate different views of the different embodiments a chincup 300 with a comfort relief region.
- the chincup 300 comprises a shell 308 with a inner padding layer 306 or second padding layer 306 and the relief cutout padding layer 310 or first padding layer 310 as shown FIG. 3B .
- the relief cutout padding layer or first padding layer is disposed within a recessed relief cutout 302 .
- the inner padding layer or the second padding layer 306 disposed over a portion of the first padding layer and an inner surface of the shell 308
- the inner padding layer 306 and the relief cutout padding layer 310 comprises a foam material, and elastomeric material or a soft polymer material.
- the inner padding layer 306 and the relief cutout padding layer 310 comprises the same foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer material.
- the inner padding layer 306 and the relief cutout padding layer 310 comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer materials.
- the inner padding layer 306 and the relief cut out layer 310 comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers.
- the shell 308 further comprises a plurality of openings 304 .
- the shell 308 further comprise a first and second openings 304 , the first and second openings spaced apart.
- the chincup 300 comprises a single, continuous padding component (see FIG. 3C ).
- the chincup 300 comprises a shell, and at least one padding layer 312 .
- the shell 308 comprises a recessed relief cutout 302 , the recessed relief cutout 302 is disposed on a top region of the shell 308 .
- the at least one padding layer 312 comprises a first portion 314 and a second portion 316 , the first portion 314 disposed within the recessed relief cut out, and the second portion 316 disposed on an inner surface of the chincup shell 308 .
- the first portion 314 extends perpendicular or substantially perpendicular from a surface of the at least one padding layer 312 .
- the at least one padding layer 312 first portion 314 and the second portion 316 comprises a foam material, elastomeric materials or a soft polymer material.
- the at least one padding layer 312 first portion 314 and the second portion 316 comprises the same foam material, an elastomeric material, or a soft polymer material.
- the at least one padding layer 312 first portion 314 and second portion 316 comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or soft polymer materials.
- the at least one padding layer 312 comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers.
- the first portion 314 may be coupled to the second portion 316 . Alternatively, the first portion 314 may be integral to the second portion 316 .
- FIGS. 4A-4B depicts one embodiment of an inner padding layer or second padding layer 400 .
- the inner padding layer 400 may comprise a main body 408 and a rim or perimeter 410 .
- the rim or perimeter 410 extends beyond the body 408 .
- the inner padding layer 400 may further comprise a plurality of openings 402 .
- Each of the plurality of openings 402 may align with a portion the chincup shell first and second openings and/or be concentric with the shell first and second openings.
- the inner padding layer 400 may further comprise an inner surface 406 and an outer surface 412 .
- the outer surface 412 of the inner padding layer 400 is positioned adjacent and/or coupled to an inner surface of the chincup shell.
- the plurality of channels 404 may extend in a plurality of orientations, the plurality of orientations may comprise a range of 0 degrees to 90 degrees.
- FIGS. 5A-5B and 6A-6G depict isometric views of an alternate embodiment of a chincup or chincup assembly 500 , 600 .
- the chincup comprises a shell 504 , a first padding layer 502 and a second padding layer 506 .
- the shell 504 comprises a recessed cutout that is disposed on a top region of the shell 504 .
- the first padding layer 502 is disposed within the recessed cutout.
- the second padding layer 506 is disposed and/or coupled to a portion of the first padding layer 502 and an inner surface of the shell 504 .
- the shell having an external surface, the external surface may comprise a logo 508 .
- the chincup 500 , 600 may further comprise a plurality of openings 510 , the plurality of openings 510 are spaced apart symmetrically or asymmetrically.
- the chincup 500 , 600 may further comprise a plurality of holes 512 , the plurality of holes 512 are sized and configured to receive a connection mechanism.
- the connection mechanism may include a rivet, a screw, a dowel pin, and/or any combination thereof.
- FIG. 7 depicts an exploded view of the improved chincup of FIGS. 5A-5B .
- the chincup or chincup assembly 700 comprises a shell 706 , a first padding layer 702 , and a second padding layer 704 .
- FIGS. 8A-8I depicts various views of one embodiment of a chincup shell 800 ;
- the shell 800 comprises a top region 802 , a front region 804 , a back region 806 , a side region 808 (right and left sides), and a bottom region 810 .
- the shell 800 further comprises a recessed relief cutout 812 , the recessed relief cutout 812 having length 828 and a width 830 .
- the shell 800 comprises a shape, the shape includes an arched shape, hemispherical shape and/or a concave shape.
- the shell 800 also comprises a longitudinal axis 820 .
- the longitudinal axis separates the shell 800 into right and left side regions 808 .
- the shell 800 further comprises an external surface or outer surface 818 and/or an internal or inner surface 822 .
- the shell 800 comprises a plurality of openings 816 and/or a plurality of holes 814 .
- the plurality of openings 816 and/or a plurality of holes 814 are spaced apart symmetrically or asymmetrically. Accordingly, the plurality of openings 816 and/or the plurality of holes are disposed within a right and left side regions 808 of the shell 800 .
- the plurality of openings 816 extend through from the external surface 818 through the internal surface 822 .
- the plurality of openings may comprise a shape, the shape may include a circle, an oval, a regular polygon or an irregular polygon.
- the plurality of holes 814 may include a recess, the plurality of holes 814 extend from the external surface 818 through the internal surface 822 .
- the plurality of holes 814 may be sized and configured to receive a connection mechanism for the chinstrap, the connection mechanism includes a rivet, a bolt, a screw, a dowel pin, a quick-release
- the shell 800 comprises a recessed relief cutout 812 .
- the recessed cutout 812 may formed from at least one surface of the external surface 818 or the internal surface 822 .
- the recessed cutout 812 is formed from the external surface 818 towards a portion of the internal surface 822 .
- the recessed cutout 812 is formed from the internal surface 822 towards a portion of the both the external surface 818 .
- the recessed cutout 812 may be formed or disposed from the external surface 818 or the internal surface 822 .
- the recessed cutout 812 is formed or disposed from the external surface 818 towards a portion of the internal surface 822 the internal surface 822 towards a portion of the external surface 818 .
- the shell 800 may be solid or hollow.
- the shell 800 further includes a perimeter 834 .
- the shell 800 may comprise a recess cutout 812 , the recess cutout 812 is disposed from the top region 802 towards a portion of a bottom region 810 , following the contour of the shell 800 .
- the recess cutout 812 comprises a “U” shape, a concave shape, an arched shape, and/or any combination thereof.
- the recess cutout 812 comprises a width 828 and a height 830 .
- the recess cutout 812 includes a bridge 828 .
- the bridge 826 spans the entire width 828 and height 830 . Alternatively, the bridge 826 spans a portion of the width 828 and a portion of the height 830 .
- the bridge 826 spans the width 828 and a portion of the height 830 or does not extend the entire height 826 .
- the recess cutout 812 is sized and configured to receive a bridge 826 .
- the bridge 826 is sized and configured to be disposed within the recess cutout 812 .
- the bridge 826 comprises a first surface 828 and a second surface 832 .
- the bridge 826 includes a plurality of holes 824 , the plurality of holes 824 are spaced apart, and offset. At least two of the plurality of holes 824 are axially aligned.
- FIGS. 9A-9H depicts various views of one embodiment of a relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 .
- the first padding layer 900 or the relief cutout padding layer 900 comprises a top region 902 , a bottom region 904 , a front region 906 , a back region 908 and a side region 910 (right and left sides).
- the first padding layer 900 comprises recess 912 , the recess 912 is disposed from the front region 906 towards a portion of the back region 908 .
- the recess 912 is sized and configured to receive the bridge 826 as shown in FIGS. 8A-8I .
- the first padding layer 900 further comprises one or more posts 914 , the one or more posts 914 align with the plurality of holes 824 of the bridge 826 as shown in FIGS. 8A-8I .
- the one or more posts 914 are sized and configured to fit within the plurality of holes 824 .
- the first padding layer 900 is heated to cause melting or softening of the first padding layer to bind or fuse to the recessed cutout 812 and the bridge 826 .
- FIGS. 10A-10E depict various views of an alternate embodiment of an inner padding layer 1000 or a second padding layer 1000 .
- the inner padding layer 1000 or a second padding layer 1000 comprises a body 1002 and a flange 1004 .
- the flange 1004 surrounds a portion of a perimeter of the body 1002 .
- the flange 1004 may be disposed on a portion of a top region, a side region (right and left side) and a bottom region.
- the flange 1004 extends outward from the perimeter of the body 1002 or beyond the perimeter of the body 1002 .
- the flange 1004 extends perpendicular or substantially perpendicular from the perimeter of the body 1002 .
- the body 1002 comprises a shape, the shape includes an arched shape, hemispherical shape and/or a concave shape.
- the body 1002 comprises a first plurality of openings 1006 and a second plurality of openings 1014 .
- the first plurality of openings is 1006 disposed on a side region (right or left side) of the body 1002
- the second plurality of openings 1014 is disposed on the opposing side region (right or left side) of the body 2002 .
- the first plurality of openings 1006 is spaced apart from the second plurality of openings 1014 .
- Each of the first plurality of openings 1006 are spaced apart, each of the second plurality of openings 1014 is spaced apart.
- At least one of the first plurality of openings 1006 and at least one of the second plurality of openings 1014 align with and/or are concentric with the plurality of openings 816 of the shell 800 .
- At least a portion of at least one of the first plurality of openings 1006 and at least a portion of at least one of the second plurality of openings 1014 align with and/or are concentric with the plurality of openings 816 of the shell 800 .
- the body 1002 comprises a first surface or external surface 1008 and a second surface or internal surface 1010 .
- the internal surface or second surface 1010 comprises a plurality of channels 1012 .
- the plurality of channels 1012 are oriented at different angles. The different angles comprise a range of 0 degrees to 90 degrees, or 30 to 90 degrees.
- At least a portion of the external surface or first surface 1008 is coupled to a portion of the internal surface 822 of the shell 800 .
- At least a portion of the of the external surface or first surface 1008 is coupled to a portion of the relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 .
- FIGS. 11A-11B illustrate an isometric and side view of a mandible to show the portions of the bone and the locations of injuries.
- the relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent to the symphysis bone.
- the relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 is positioned below, above or at the alveolar.
- At least a portion of the relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent to at least a portion of the symphysis bone. At least a portion of the relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent at, above or below the alveolar. The relief cutout padding layer or a first padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent to the symphysis bone and a portion of the body.
- a chincup comprising: a shell, the shell having comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the shell; a relief cutout padding layer, the relief cutout padding layer disposed within the relief cutout; and a inner pad layer, the pad layer being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the shell.
- the chincup further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism.
- the chincup strap comprising an elastic material.
- the shell comprising a polymer material.
- the inner pad layer or the relief cutout padding layer comprising a foam material.
- the inner pad layer and the relief cutout padding layer comprising a foam material.
- the inner pad layer foam material and the relief cut out padding layer foam material comprises different foam materials.
- the inner pad layer foam material and the relief cut out padding layer foam material comprises the same foam materials.
- the region comprises a top portion of the shell, and/or the region comprises a bottom portion or side portion.
- a chincup comprising: a shell, the shell comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the shell; and a inner pad layer, the pad layer having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being disposed within the relief cutout, the second portion being disposed on an inner surface of the shell.
- the chincup further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism.
- the chincup strap comprising an elastic material.
- the shell comprising a polymer material.
- the first portion or the second portion comprising a foam material.
- the first portion and the second portion comprising a foam material.
- the first portion foam material and the second portion foam material comprises different foam materials.
- the first portion foam material and the second portion foam material comprises the same foam materials.
- the region comprises a top portion of the shell, and/or the region comprises
- a protective helmet comprising: an outer shell, the outer shell having an inner surface; an inner shell, the inner shell having an exterior surface, the inner shell positioned adjacent to the outer shell inner surface; an impact mitigation layer between the outer shell inner surface and the inner shell exterior surface; and a chincup assembly;
- the chincup assembly comprises a chincup body, a chincup padding, a chinstrap, a sliding fastener, and a connection mechanism, the chincup body having a top or bottom portion and at least one cutout, the at least one cutout disposed on a region of the chincup body.
- the chincup body further comprises a first opening and a second opening.
- the chincup body further comprises a post, the post positioned within each of the first and second opening.
- the chincup padding comprises a one or more foam layers.
- the chincup padding comprises a first portion and a second portion.
- the chincup padding first portion disposed within the at least one cutout, and the second portion disposed on an inner surface of the chincup body.
- the region comprises a top portion of the shell.
- the region comprises a bottom portion or a side portion of the shell.
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- This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/916,134 entitled “Advanced Comfort Chincup,” filed Oct. 16, 2019, the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.
- The invention relates to systems and methods for an improved chincup. More specifically, this invention relates to systems and methods for a chincup comprising additional comfort relief during use.
- Several sports and applications require the use of a chincup, including but not limited to American football, lacrosse, hockey, baseball. The purpose of this piece of equipment is dual: protecting the chin against injuries and securing the headgear to the head to hold the associated helmet on the player's head securely, resisting rearward and upward forces to help prevent further injury.
- Traditionally, chincups are rigid and uncomfortable. Many players complain about the chincups lack of comfort, and even sometimes report that the outer perimeter of the chincup causes chin abrasions or bruising with continuous wear and/or after receiving impacts.
- In one embodiment, the chincup assembly comprising a chincup, chincup padding layer, one or more chin cup straps or chinstraps, one or more sliding fasteners. The chincup having a first opening, a second opening and a relief cut out. The relief cutout being disposed on a region of the chincup, the regions of the chincup comprises a top portion, a bottom portion, a right portion or left portion, and/or any combination thereof. One or more chinstraps are threaded through the each of the first or second openings and extending away from the chincup. Each of the one or more chinstraps having at least two sliding fasteners on the opposed outer ends of the one or more chinstraps. The at least two sliding fasteners allow the one or more chinstrap to be slidably adjustable for tension on the wearers head and be coupled to the protective headgear. The sliding fasteners may include a snap elements, Velcro, quick release mechanism, magnetic mechanism, etc.
- In another embodiment, a protective helmet may comprise an improved chincup. The protective helmet may comprise a helmet, a facemask and a chincup assembly. The helmet may comprise an outer shell, an inner shell, an impact mitigation layer. The outer shell having an inner surface; the inner shell having an exterior surface, the inner shell positioned adjacent to the outer shell inner surface; an impact mitigation layer between the outer shell inner surface and the inner shell exterior surface; and a chincup assembly; the chincup assembly comprises a chincup body or shell, a chincup padding, a chinstrap, a sliding fastener, the chincup body having a top or bottom portion and at least one cutout, the at least one cutout disposed on a region of the chincup body. The at least one cutout having a height and a width, the width being at least 2× larger than the height. The impact mitigation layer may comprise at least a portion of various impact mitigation structures, including filaments, laterally supported filaments, chevron or zigzag structures, inflatable air bladders, cones, shock absorbers, shock suspension systems, at least one foam layer, auxetic structures, 3D printed structures, and/or any combinations thereof.
- In another embodiment, the improved chincup assembly comprises a chincup, an inner padding layer, a chinstrap, and a sliding fastener. The chincup comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the shell, the regions of the chincup being a top portion, a bottom portion, a right portion and a left portion, and/or any combination thereof; The inner padding layer having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being positioned within the relief cutout, the second portion being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the shell, the inner padding layer having a perimeter, at least a portion of the perimeter matches the edge of the chincup, or the at least a portion of the perimeter of the inner padding layer extends beyond the edge of the chincup. The inner padding layer first portion and the second portion comprises a foam material, elastomeric materials or a soft polymer material. The inner padding layer first portion and the inner padding layer second portion comprises the same foam material, an elastomeric material, or a soft polymer material. The inner padding layer first portion and the inner padding layer second portion comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or soft polymer materials. The inner padding layer comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers.
- In another embodiment, the improved chincup assembly comprises a chincup shell, an inner padding layer, relief cutout padding layer, a chinstrap, and a sliding fastener. The chincup shell comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the chincup shell, the regions of the chincup shell being a top portion, a bottom portion, a right portion and a left portion, and/or any combination thereof; the relief cutout padding layer, the relief cutout padding layer disposed within the relief cutout; the relief cutout padding layer having an edge, the edge matches or substantially matches with the perimeter of the chincup. Alternatively, the edge is below or extends beyond the perimeter of the chincup. The inner padding layer being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the shell, the inner padding layer having a perimeter that matches the edge of the chincup, or the perimeter of the inner padding layer extends beyond the edge of the chincup. The inner padding layer and the relief cutout layer comprises a foam material, and elastomeric material or a soft polymer material. The inner padding layer and the relief cutout layer comprises the same foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer material. The inner padding layer and the relief cutout layer comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer materials. The inner padding layer and the relief cut out layer comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers.
- In another embodiment, a chincup assembly comprising: a shell, the shell comprises an external surface, an inner surface, and a recessed relief cutout, the relief cutout positioned on a top region of the shell; a first padding layer, the first padding layer comprising a first padding material the first padding layer disposed within the recessed relief cutout; and a second padding layer, the second padding layer comprising a second padding material, the second padding layer being coupled to the inner surface of the shell. The chincup further comprises a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism. The shell comprising a deformable polymer material. The first padding layer and the second padding layer comprises different materials or the same materials. The first padding layer material comprises an elastic material and the second padding layer comprises a foam material. The chincup shell further comprising a first opening and second opening, the first and second opening spaced apart.
- In another embodiment, a chincup assembly comprising: a shell, the shell comprises recessed a relief cutout, the recessed relief cutout positioned on a top region of the shell; and a inner pad layer, the inner pad layer having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being disposed within the recessed relief cutout, the second portion being disposed on an inner surface of the shell. The chincup further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism. The chincup further comprising a first opening and second opening, the first and second opening spaced apart. The shell comprising a deformable polymer material. The first portion and the second portion comprise different foam materials. The first portion comprises an elastic material.
- In another embodiment, a protective helmet comprising an outer shell, the outer shell having an inner surface; an inner shell, the inner shell having an exterior surface, the inner shell positioned adjacent to the outer shell inner surface; an impact mitigation layer between the outer shell inner surface and the inner shell exterior surface; and a chincup assembly; the chincup assembly comprises a shell, a first pad layer and a second pad layer, the shell including a recessed relief cutout disposed onto a top portion of the shell, the first pad layer being positioned within the recessed relief cutout out; the second pad layer being coupled to an inner surface of the shell. The chincup body further comprises a first opening and a second opening, the first and second opening spaced apart. The chincup assembly further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism. The shell comprising a deformable polymer material. The first padding layer and the second padding layer comprises different materials. The second portion comprises a foam material. The first portion comprises an elastic material.
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FIGS. 1A-1B depict various views of one embodiment of a protective helmet assembly with an improved chincup. -
FIGS. 2A-2C depict various views of another embodiment of an improved chincup; -
FIGS. 3A-3C illustrate front and top view of the different embodiments of a chincup with a comfort relief region; -
FIGS. 4A-4B depicts one embodiment of an inner padding layer; -
FIGS. 5A-5B depicts isometric views of an alternate embodiment of an improved chincup; -
FIGS. 6A-6G depicts various views of the improved chincup ofFIGS. 5A-5B ; -
FIG. 7 depicts an exploded view of the improved chincup ofFIGS. 5A-5B ; -
FIGS. 8A-8I depicts various views of one embodiment of a chincup shell; -
FIGS. 9A-9H depicts various views of one embodiment of a relief cutout padding layer; -
FIGS. 10A-10E depict various views of an alternate embodiment of an inner padding layer; and -
FIGS. 11A-11B illustrate an isometric and side view of a mandible. - Chincups provide multi-factorial uses. For example, a chincup may be used to hold the associated helmet on the player's head securely, resisting rearward and upward forces but not offering such a high degree of resistance that an injury to the upper neck of the player might occur. Additionally, chincups offer protection to the mandible of a player to help reduce or eliminate common fractures or injuries. However, since traditional chincups are intended for impact protection, the traditional chincups may be sometimes uncomfortable to wear leading to abrasions or non-compliance to wear the chincup.
- As a result, the improved chincup or chincup assembly that comprises a comfort relief region. The comfort relief chincup comprises a recess/relief/cutout on the top edge perimeter (or bottom edge perimeter or both) that can be filled with foam or soft polymer such that the top of the chincup to allow it to deform when pressure is applied, such as during an activity or impact, and returns to its original shape after impact (e.g., elastomeric material). The addition of the comfort relief region provides more comfort, support, contouring of the chin shape, rebounding, thus reducing risk of abrasions, bruising or cuts. Furthermore, the comfort relief region will allow a quicker recovery, allowing a quicker rebound and bounce when the impact or pressure is released (e.g., a spring like behavior).
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FIGS. 1A-1B depict various views of one embodiment of aprotective helmet assembly 100 with animproved chincup 106. Theprotective helmet 100 comprises anouter shell 102, and an impact mitigation layer (not shown). Theprotective helmet 100 may further comprise an inner shell (not shown) and afacemask 114. The impact mitigation layer being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of theouter shell 102, and between the inner surface of theouter shell 102 and the inner shell. Thechincup assembly 108 comprises a shell, a first padding layer and a second padding layer. The shell comprises a recessedrelief cutout 112, the first padding layer disposed within the recessed relief cutout, the second padding layer disposed over a portion of the first padding layer and a portion of an inner surface of the shell. -
FIGS. 2A-2C depict various views of one embodiment of achincup 200. Thechincup 200 comprises ashell 220, aninner padding layer 206, and a relief cut outpadding layer 202. Theshell 220 comprises a first opening and asecond opening 204 and arelief cutout 216. The relief cut out 216 is disposed on top region or top portion of thechincup shell 220. Alternatively, the relief cut out 216 is disposed on bottom region or portion, or a side region (left and right sides) of the chincup shell. The relief cutout having aheight 214, theheight 214 can be at least 0.05 in or greater, theheight 214 can be less than 0.5 in and the width can be at least 1.75 in or greater. Theinner padding layer 206 is disposed on an inner surface of thechincup shell 220. The relief cut outpadding layer 202 is disposed in the relief cut out 216. Theinner padding layer 206 and/or the relief cut outpadding layer 202 may comprise one or more foam material layers, one or more elastomeric layers, one or more soft polymer layers, and/or any combination thereof. Thechincup shell 220 comprises a shell material, the shell material may include a rigid polymer or substantially rigidi polymer. Alternatively, thechincup shell 220 may include a flexible or deformable polymer. The polymers may comprise a polycarbonate or any other impact modified TPE. - The chincup shell first opening and
second opening 204 comprises apost 208. Thepost 208 may be disposed within the first andsecond openings 204. Thepost 208 may be centered within the first andsecond openings 204. Thepost 208 having a width andheight 218, theheight 218 spans the height of the opening, the post width spanning only a portion of the width of the opening. Thepost 208 having a triangular shape. Thepost 208 having a non-uniform or uniform shape along theheight 218 of thepost 208. Thechincup shell 220 having a front surface and a back surface. Each of the first opening andsecond opening 204 extends through the front surface and the back surface of the chincup shell. Thechincup shell 220 having an elliptical body with a hemispherical shape. The chincup shell further comprises a plurality ofholes 210, the plurality ofholes 210 extend through the front surface and the back surface of the chincup shell. The plurality ofholes 210 may be used for any fasteners or connection mechanisms. Furthermore, at least a portion theinner padding layer 206 may extend beyond the perimeter of thechincup shell 220, forming aflange 212. The chincup recess orchincup relief cutout 216 can either be filled with the foam padding or by another material, such as a TPU or thermoset part with a size substantially similar to the recess or lining the majority of the inner surface of the chincup and continuing on its top part to fill the recess. - The one or more foam material layers can include polymeric foams, quantum foam, polyethylene foam, ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam, XPS foam, thermoplastic polyurethane foam (foam rubber), XPS foam, polystyrene, phenolic, memory foam (traditional, open cell, or gel), Ariaprene, impact absorbing foam (e.g., VN600), latex rubber foam, convoluted foam (“egg create foam”), Evlon foam, impact hardening foam, 4.0 Custula comfort foam (open cell low density foam), TPU foam and/or any combination thereof. The at least one foam layer may have an open-cell structure or closed-cell structure. The one or more foam material layers can be further tailored to obtain specific characteristics, such as anti-static, breathable, conductive, hydrophilic, high-tensile, high-tear, controlled elongation, and/or any combination thereof. The one or more foam material layers may have a thickness ranging from 7 mm to 25 mm.
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FIGS. 3A-3C illustrate different views of the different embodiments achincup 300 with a comfort relief region. In one embodiment, thechincup 300 comprises ashell 308 with ainner padding layer 306 orsecond padding layer 306 and the reliefcutout padding layer 310 orfirst padding layer 310 as shownFIG. 3B . The relief cutout padding layer or first padding layer is disposed within a recessedrelief cutout 302. The inner padding layer or thesecond padding layer 306 disposed over a portion of the first padding layer and an inner surface of theshell 308 Theinner padding layer 306 and the reliefcutout padding layer 310 comprises a foam material, and elastomeric material or a soft polymer material. Theinner padding layer 306 and the reliefcutout padding layer 310 comprises the same foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer material. Theinner padding layer 306 and the reliefcutout padding layer 310 comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or a soft polymer materials. Theinner padding layer 306 and the relief cut outlayer 310 comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers. Furthermore, theshell 308 further comprises a plurality ofopenings 304. Alternatively, theshell 308 further comprise a first andsecond openings 304, the first and second openings spaced apart. - In another embodiment, the
chincup 300 comprises a single, continuous padding component (seeFIG. 3C ). Thechincup 300 comprises a shell, and at least onepadding layer 312. Theshell 308 comprises a recessedrelief cutout 302, the recessedrelief cutout 302 is disposed on a top region of theshell 308. The at least onepadding layer 312 comprises afirst portion 314 and asecond portion 316, thefirst portion 314 disposed within the recessed relief cut out, and thesecond portion 316 disposed on an inner surface of thechincup shell 308. Thefirst portion 314 extends perpendicular or substantially perpendicular from a surface of the at least onepadding layer 312. The at least onepadding layer 312first portion 314 and thesecond portion 316 comprises a foam material, elastomeric materials or a soft polymer material. The at least onepadding layer 312first portion 314 and thesecond portion 316 comprises the same foam material, an elastomeric material, or a soft polymer material. The at least onepadding layer 312first portion 314 andsecond portion 316 comprises different foam material, elastomeric material or soft polymer materials. The at least onepadding layer 312 comprises one or more foam material layers—the one or more foam material layers comprises a single foam material, or comprises two or more material layers. Thefirst portion 314 may be coupled to thesecond portion 316. Alternatively, thefirst portion 314 may be integral to thesecond portion 316. -
FIGS. 4A-4B depicts one embodiment of an inner padding layer orsecond padding layer 400. Theinner padding layer 400 may comprise amain body 408 and a rim orperimeter 410. The rim orperimeter 410 extends beyond thebody 408. Theinner padding layer 400 may further comprise a plurality ofopenings 402. Each of the plurality ofopenings 402 may align with a portion the chincup shell first and second openings and/or be concentric with the shell first and second openings. Theinner padding layer 400 may further comprise aninner surface 406 and anouter surface 412. Theouter surface 412 of theinner padding layer 400 is positioned adjacent and/or coupled to an inner surface of the chincup shell. Theinner surface 406 of theinner padding layer 400 having a plurality ofchannels 404, the plurality ofchannels 404 extend from theinner surface 406 of the inner padding layer towards a portion of theouter surface 412 of the inner padding layer. The plurality ofchannels 404 may extend in a plurality of orientations, the plurality of orientations may comprise a range of 0 degrees to 90 degrees. -
FIGS. 5A-5B and 6A-6G depict isometric views of an alternate embodiment of a chincup orchincup assembly shell 504, afirst padding layer 502 and asecond padding layer 506. Theshell 504 comprises a recessed cutout that is disposed on a top region of theshell 504. Thefirst padding layer 502 is disposed within the recessed cutout. Thesecond padding layer 506 is disposed and/or coupled to a portion of thefirst padding layer 502 and an inner surface of theshell 504. The shell having an external surface, the external surface may comprise alogo 508. Thechincup openings 510, the plurality ofopenings 510 are spaced apart symmetrically or asymmetrically. Thechincup holes 512, the plurality ofholes 512 are sized and configured to receive a connection mechanism. The connection mechanism may include a rivet, a screw, a dowel pin, and/or any combination thereof.FIG. 7 depicts an exploded view of the improved chincup ofFIGS. 5A-5B . The chincup orchincup assembly 700 comprises ashell 706, afirst padding layer 702, and asecond padding layer 704. -
FIGS. 8A-8I depicts various views of one embodiment of achincup shell 800; Theshell 800 comprises atop region 802, afront region 804, aback region 806, a side region 808 (right and left sides), and abottom region 810. Theshell 800 further comprises a recessedrelief cutout 812, the recessedrelief cutout 812 havinglength 828 and awidth 830. Theshell 800 comprises a shape, the shape includes an arched shape, hemispherical shape and/or a concave shape. Theshell 800 also comprises alongitudinal axis 820. The longitudinal axis separates theshell 800 into right andleft side regions 808. Theshell 800 further comprises an external surface orouter surface 818 and/or an internal orinner surface 822. - The
shell 800 comprises a plurality ofopenings 816 and/or a plurality ofholes 814. The plurality ofopenings 816 and/or a plurality ofholes 814 are spaced apart symmetrically or asymmetrically. Accordingly, the plurality ofopenings 816 and/or the plurality of holes are disposed within a right andleft side regions 808 of theshell 800. The plurality ofopenings 816 extend through from theexternal surface 818 through theinternal surface 822. The plurality of openings may comprise a shape, the shape may include a circle, an oval, a regular polygon or an irregular polygon. The plurality ofholes 814 may include a recess, the plurality ofholes 814 extend from theexternal surface 818 through theinternal surface 822. The plurality ofholes 814 may be sized and configured to receive a connection mechanism for the chinstrap, the connection mechanism includes a rivet, a bolt, a screw, a dowel pin, a quick-release mechanism, and/or any combination thereof. - The
shell 800 comprises a recessedrelief cutout 812. The recessedcutout 812 may formed from at least one surface of theexternal surface 818 or theinternal surface 822. The recessedcutout 812 is formed from theexternal surface 818 towards a portion of theinternal surface 822. The recessedcutout 812 is formed from theinternal surface 822 towards a portion of the both theexternal surface 818. Alternatively, the recessedcutout 812 may be formed or disposed from theexternal surface 818 or theinternal surface 822. The recessedcutout 812 is formed or disposed from theexternal surface 818 towards a portion of theinternal surface 822 theinternal surface 822 towards a portion of theexternal surface 818. Theshell 800 may be solid or hollow. Theshell 800 further includes aperimeter 834. - In another embodiment, the
shell 800 may comprise arecess cutout 812, therecess cutout 812 is disposed from thetop region 802 towards a portion of abottom region 810, following the contour of theshell 800. Therecess cutout 812 comprises a “U” shape, a concave shape, an arched shape, and/or any combination thereof. Therecess cutout 812 comprises awidth 828 and aheight 830. Therecess cutout 812 includes abridge 828. Thebridge 826 spans theentire width 828 andheight 830. Alternatively, thebridge 826 spans a portion of thewidth 828 and a portion of theheight 830. Also, thebridge 826 spans thewidth 828 and a portion of theheight 830 or does not extend theentire height 826. Therecess cutout 812 is sized and configured to receive abridge 826. Thebridge 826 is sized and configured to be disposed within therecess cutout 812. Thebridge 826 comprises afirst surface 828 and asecond surface 832. Thebridge 826 includes a plurality ofholes 824, the plurality ofholes 824 are spaced apart, and offset. At least two of the plurality ofholes 824 are axially aligned. -
FIGS. 9A-9H depicts various views of one embodiment of a relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900. Thefirst padding layer 900 or the reliefcutout padding layer 900 comprises atop region 902, abottom region 904, afront region 906, aback region 908 and a side region 910 (right and left sides). Thefirst padding layer 900 comprisesrecess 912, therecess 912 is disposed from thefront region 906 towards a portion of theback region 908. Therecess 912 is sized and configured to receive thebridge 826 as shown inFIGS. 8A-8I . Thefirst padding layer 900 further comprises one ormore posts 914, the one ormore posts 914 align with the plurality ofholes 824 of thebridge 826 as shown inFIGS. 8A-8I . The one ormore posts 914 are sized and configured to fit within the plurality ofholes 824. Thefirst padding layer 900 is heated to cause melting or softening of the first padding layer to bind or fuse to the recessedcutout 812 and thebridge 826. -
FIGS. 10A-10E depict various views of an alternate embodiment of aninner padding layer 1000 or asecond padding layer 1000. Theinner padding layer 1000 or asecond padding layer 1000 comprises abody 1002 and aflange 1004. Theflange 1004 surrounds a portion of a perimeter of thebody 1002. Theflange 1004 may be disposed on a portion of a top region, a side region (right and left side) and a bottom region. Theflange 1004 extends outward from the perimeter of thebody 1002 or beyond the perimeter of thebody 1002. Theflange 1004 extends perpendicular or substantially perpendicular from the perimeter of thebody 1002. - The
body 1002 comprises a shape, the shape includes an arched shape, hemispherical shape and/or a concave shape. Thebody 1002 comprises a first plurality ofopenings 1006 and a second plurality ofopenings 1014. The first plurality of openings is 1006 disposed on a side region (right or left side) of thebody 1002, the second plurality ofopenings 1014 is disposed on the opposing side region (right or left side) of the body 2002. The first plurality ofopenings 1006 is spaced apart from the second plurality ofopenings 1014. Each of the first plurality ofopenings 1006 are spaced apart, each of the second plurality ofopenings 1014 is spaced apart. At least one of the first plurality ofopenings 1006 and at least one of the second plurality ofopenings 1014 align with and/or are concentric with the plurality ofopenings 816 of theshell 800. At least a portion of at least one of the first plurality ofopenings 1006 and at least a portion of at least one of the second plurality ofopenings 1014 align with and/or are concentric with the plurality ofopenings 816 of theshell 800. - The
body 1002 comprises a first surface orexternal surface 1008 and a second surface orinternal surface 1010. The internal surface orsecond surface 1010 comprises a plurality ofchannels 1012. The plurality ofchannels 1012 are oriented at different angles. The different angles comprise a range of 0 degrees to 90 degrees, or 30 to 90 degrees. At least a portion of the external surface orfirst surface 1008 is coupled to a portion of theinternal surface 822 of theshell 800. At least a portion of the of the external surface orfirst surface 1008 is coupled to a portion of the relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900. -
FIGS. 11A-11B illustrate an isometric and side view of a mandible to show the portions of the bone and the locations of injuries. There are at least four highest locations of the mandible that receive the highest injuries, these are the condyle process or the condylar at 29.1%, the angle bone at 24.5%, the symphysis bone at 22% and/or the body at 16%. The relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent to the symphysis bone. The relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900 is positioned below, above or at the alveolar. At least a portion of the relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent to at least a portion of the symphysis bone. At least a portion of the relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent at, above or below the alveolar. The relief cutout padding layer or afirst padding layer 900 is positioned adjacent to the symphysis bone and a portion of the body. - In another embodiment, a chincup comprising: a shell, the shell having comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the shell; a relief cutout padding layer, the relief cutout padding layer disposed within the relief cutout; and a inner pad layer, the pad layer being positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the shell. The chincup further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism. The chincup strap comprising an elastic material. The shell comprising a polymer material. The inner pad layer or the relief cutout padding layer comprising a foam material. The inner pad layer and the relief cutout padding layer comprising a foam material. The inner pad layer foam material and the relief cut out padding layer foam material comprises different foam materials. The inner pad layer foam material and the relief cut out padding layer foam material comprises the same foam materials. The region comprises a top portion of the shell, and/or the region comprises a bottom portion or side portion.
- In another embodiment, a chincup comprising: a shell, the shell comprises a first opening, a second opening, a post and a relief cutout, the post being disposed in each of the first opening and the second opening; the relief cutout positioned on a region of the shell; and a inner pad layer, the pad layer having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being disposed within the relief cutout, the second portion being disposed on an inner surface of the shell. The chincup further comprising a chincup strap, a sliding fastener and a connection mechanism. The chincup strap comprising an elastic material. The shell comprising a polymer material. The first portion or the second portion comprising a foam material. The first portion and the second portion comprising a foam material. The first portion foam material and the second portion foam material comprises different foam materials. The first portion foam material and the second portion foam material comprises the same foam materials. The region comprises a top portion of the shell, and/or the region comprises a bottom portion or a side portion of the shell.
- In another embodiment, a protective helmet comprising: an outer shell, the outer shell having an inner surface; an inner shell, the inner shell having an exterior surface, the inner shell positioned adjacent to the outer shell inner surface; an impact mitigation layer between the outer shell inner surface and the inner shell exterior surface; and a chincup assembly; the chincup assembly comprises a chincup body, a chincup padding, a chinstrap, a sliding fastener, and a connection mechanism, the chincup body having a top or bottom portion and at least one cutout, the at least one cutout disposed on a region of the chincup body. The chincup body further comprises a first opening and a second opening. The chincup body further comprises a post, the post positioned within each of the first and second opening. The chincup padding comprises a one or more foam layers. The chincup padding comprises a first portion and a second portion. The chincup padding first portion disposed within the at least one cutout, and the second portion disposed on an inner surface of the chincup body. The region comprises a top portion of the shell. The region comprises a bottom portion or a side portion of the shell.
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