US3574398A
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Head supports for use in moving vehicles
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-11-15
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Granted: 1971-04-13
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Expires: 1988-11-15
Abstract
Abstract Head supports having portions for supporting the back and each side of the head of a person, particularly for use in moving vehicles, where there is possibility of collision which might throw the person in any direction, and in particular, might throw the head of the person rearward or sideward with respect to the heavier body of the person, thereby causing damage to the neck. The supports do not bind the head to a stationary or rigid position, but fit the head loosely enough that the head may turn at least to an extent permitting reasonable freedom of motion and comfort. The side support positions do not limit vision to either side.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael C Hairgrove
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 12:03
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60N; B60N2/00; B60N2/80; B60N2/885
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
185 words
Protective head support apparatus for mounting above the back support portion of a vehicle seat, comprising an integral head support element extending across the back of the head of a person and along each side of the head to terminate forwardly at each side of the head at a point rearward of the eye and forward of the ear, means supporting said head support element above the back support portion of a vehicle, said head support element being spaced outwardly from the sides of the head sufficiently to permit substantial sideways turning of the head, said head support element including padding means interiorly from one end to the other around the side and back portions of the head, the forward extents of the portions of said head support element along the sides of the head being such that the eyes are not covered thereby when the head is facing forward and when the head is turned sideways in said head support element in either direction, whereby said head support element supports the head against rearward and sideways motions without obscuring the vision of the user.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
185 words
Protective head support apparatus for mounting above the back support portion of a vehicle seat, comprising an integral head support element extending across the back of the head of a person and along each side of the head to terminate forwardly at each side of the head at a point rearward of the eye and forward of the ear, means supporting said head support element above the back support portion of a vehicle, said head support element being spaced outwardly from the sides of the head sufficiently to permit substantial sideways turning of the head, said head support element including padding means interiorly from one end to the other around the side and back portions of the head, the forward extents of the portions of said head support element along the sides of the head being such that the eyes are not covered thereby when the head is facing forward and when the head is turned sideways in said head support element in either direction, whereby said head support element supports the head against rearward and sideways motions without obscuring the vision of the user.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
The combination of claim 1, said head support element being curved from end-to-end.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The combination of claim 1, the back and side portions of said head support element being straight, each side portion extending perpendicularly forward from the back portion thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The combination of claim 1, said means supporting said head support element above the back support portion of a vehicle seat being vertically adjustable.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-04-12 | 1974-10-12 | 1975-04-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-04-12 | 1978-10-12 | 1979-04-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-04-12 | 1982-10-12 | 1983-04-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |