US3696439A
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Personal armor
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-04-01
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Granted: 1972-10-10
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Expires: 1991-04-01
Abstract
Abstract Personal armor for an individual wearing a safety helmet having a chin strap comprising: 1. A substantially rigid, molded, torso-enclosing body portion, with openings for the hips, arms and head, secured to the wearer by leg, pelvic, and shoulder straps, and with cushions secured to the body portion at the hips and back of the wearer, the body portion having a front and rear skirt to protect the lower portion of the wearer''s torso. 2. A hood portion extending upward at the back and sides of the body portion and partially covering the wearer''s head. 3. A head-restraint strap extending from the hood portion to the back of the wearer''s safety helmet.
Inventors
- 👤 Roger Owen Durham
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 02:50
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41H; F41H1/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 14
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
A personal armor for an individual wearing a safety helmet with a chin strap comprising: a substantially rigid, molded, torso-enclosing body portion, with openings for the arms, hips and neck of the wearer, the body portion having extended front and rear aprons; a hood portion extending from the back of said body portion partially over the top of said wearer''s safety helmet; a head-restraint strap secured at one of its ends to said hood portion and at its other end to the back of the wearer''s safety helmet; strap means capable of securing the body portion to the wearer; cushioning means capable of cushioning the body portion where it contacts the wearer.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
A personal armor for an individual wearing a safety helmet with a chin strap comprising: a substantially rigid, molded, torso-enclosing body portion, with openings for the arms, hips and neck of the wearer, the body portion having extended front and rear aprons; a hood portion extending from the back of said body portion partially over the top of said wearer''s safety helmet; a head-restraint strap secured at one of its ends to said hood portion and at its other end to the back of the wearer''s safety helmet; strap means capable of securing the body portion to the wearer; cushioning means capable of cushioning the body portion where it contacts the wearer.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
41 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said strap means comprises a pair of shoulder straps extending over the wearer''s shoulders; a pelvic strap extending around the wearer''s pelvis; and a pair of leg straps extending between the legs of the wearer.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said hood portion comprises a semi-rigid, molded hood integral with said body portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
Apparatus according to claim 3 wherein said strap means comprises a pair of shoulder straps extending over the wearer''s shoulders; a pelvic strap extending around the wearer''s pelvis; and a pair of leg straps extending between the legs of the wearer.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said hood portion comprises a welded tubular hood-cage means, the ends of said tubular hood-cage means secured to said body portion.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
39 words
Apparatus according to claim 5 wherein said strap means comprises a pair of shoulder straps extending over the wearer''s shoulders; a pelvic strap extending around the wearer''s pelvis; and a pair of leg straps extending between the wearer''s legs.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
74 words
A personal armor comprising: a substantially rigid, molded, torso-enclosing body portion with openings for the arms, hips and neck of the wearer, the body portion having extended front and rear aprons; a hood portion extending from the back of said body portion partially over the top of the wearer''s head; strap means capable of securing the body portion to the wearer; cushioning means capable of cushioning the body portion where it contacts the wearer.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
74 words
A personal armor comprising: a substantially rigid, molded, torso-enclosing body portion with openings for the arms, hips and neck of the wearer, the body portion having extended front and rear aprons; a hood portion extending from the back of said body portion partially over the top of the wearer''s head; strap means capable of securing the body portion to the wearer; cushioning means capable of cushioning the body portion where it contacts the wearer.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
39 words
Apparatus according to claim 7 wherein said strap means comprises a pair of shoulder straps extending over the wearer''s shoulders; a pelvic strap extending around the wearer''s pelvis; and a pair of leg straps extending between the wearer''s legs.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
19 words
Apparatus according to claim 7 wherein said hood portion comprises a semi-rigid, molded hood integral with said body portion.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
41 words
Apparatus according to claim 9 wherein said strap means comprises a pair of shoulder straps extending over the wearer''s shoulders; a pelvic strap extending around the wearer''s pelvis; and a pair of leg straps extending between the legs of the wearer.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
27 words
Apparatus according to claim 7 wherein said hood portion comprises a welded, tubular hood-cage means, the ends of said tubular hood-cage means secured to said body portion.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
39 words
Apparatus according to claim 11 wherein said strap means comprises a pair of shoulder straps extending over the wearer''s shoulders; a pelvic strap extending around the wearer''s pelvis; and a pair of leg straps extending between the wearer''s legs.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-10-10 | 1976-04-10 | 1976-10-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-10 | 1980-04-10 | 1980-10-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-10 | 1984-04-10 | 1984-10-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |