US3844840A
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Solar energy helmet
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-09-27
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Granted: 1974-10-29
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Expires: 1993-09-27
Abstract
Abstract The substantially hemispherical portion of a cycle rider''s helmet is covered with a plurality of solar energy electric current generating cells. Conductors, connected with the cells, are in turn connected to a junction plate for energizing a hearing aid or a small transistorized radio carried by the user.
Inventors
- 👤 R Bender
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 05:52
CPC Classifications
A; A42; A42B; A42B3/00; A42B3/04; A42B3/30; H; H10; H10F; H10F99/00; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S136/00; Y10S136/291
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
61 words
In a cycle helmet having a substantially hemispherical top portion and a depending rearward neck portion, the improvement comprising: a plurality of juxtaposed solar cells overlying said hemispherical top portion; a junction plate secured to said neck portion; a circuit comprising wiring connecting said solar cells with said junction plate; and, a protective coating of transparent material overlying said solar cells.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
61 words
In a cycle helmet having a substantially hemispherical top portion and a depending rearward neck portion, the improvement comprising: a plurality of juxtaposed solar cells overlying said hemispherical top portion; a junction plate secured to said neck portion; a circuit comprising wiring connecting said solar cells with said junction plate; and, a protective coating of transparent material overlying said solar cells.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The combination according to claim 1 and further including; a diode interposed in the wiring of said circuit between the solar cells and said junction plate.
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) | 1977-10-28 | 1978-04-29 | 1978-10-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-10-28 | 1982-04-29 | 1982-10-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-10-28 | 1986-04-29 | 1986-10-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |