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US4690653A
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Noise making mask
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1985-10-03
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Granted: 1987-09-01
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Expires: 2005-10-03
Abstract
Abstract An over-the-head face mask is provided with a completely self-contained, electrical noise generating system. The noise generator comprises a speaker, a signal generating electrical circuit, a battery or other power supply and wires connecting the electrical components together. In addition, an on/off switch can be provided in the electrical circuit. Light emitting diodes, located as pupils of the fake eyes of the face mask are also connected in the electrical circuit so that they light up when the electrical circuit is closed. The noise generating speaker of the electrical system is located in a protuberance of the face portion of the face mask. Preferably, the protuberance is an integral disguise feature of the face mask and, therefore, the speaker is camouflaged, self-contained and yet capable of transmitting an unmuffled sound. In this manner, the speaker is hidden from view and, yet, is located proximal to the face mask to provide realistic sound or noises apparently emanating from the front of the face mask.
Inventors
- 👤 Mel Goldberg
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 12:13
CPC Classifications
A; A41; A41G; A41G7/00; A41G7/02; A63; A63H; A63H5/00; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S2/00; Y10S2/90
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
121 words
A noise-generating mask comprising: (a) a face covering disguise section having a substantially realistically sized human head form fitting disguise area and a rear portion attached to said face covering forming a hollow structure with an inside surface; (b) a surface abnormality integrally molded into said disguise area; (c) a speaker mounted within said surface abnormality; (d) electronic means for driving said speaker to generate a noise; (e) power means for powering said electronic means and said speaker; (f) wiring connecting said speaker, said electronic means and said power means; (g) a pair of fake eyes provided to said disguise section; and (h) said fake eyes being provided with light emitting diodes which are also electrically connected to said power means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
121 words
A noise-generating mask comprising: (a) a face covering disguise section having a substantially realistically sized human head form fitting disguise area and a rear portion attached to said face covering forming a hollow structure with an inside surface; (b) a surface abnormality integrally molded into said disguise area; (c) a speaker mounted within said surface abnormality; (d) electronic means for driving said speaker to generate a noise; (e) power means for powering said electronic means and said speaker; (f) wiring connecting said speaker, said electronic means and said power means; (g) a pair of fake eyes provided to said disguise section; and (h) said fake eyes being provided with light emitting diodes which are also electrically connected to said power means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
54 words
A noise generating mask as claimed in claim 1 further comprising: (a) a thin fabric layer overlays and separates said elements (d), (e) and (f) from the actual face of the wearer of said face mask, said thin fabric layer substantially conforming to the inside surface of the rear portion of said face mask.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
123 words
(New) A noise generating mask comprising: (a) a face covering disguise section and a rear portion attached to said face covering forming a hollow structure with an inside surface; (b) a speaker holding pocket made from resilient material and having an opening extending from the inside of said face mask; (c) a speaker mounted and held within said holding pocket, the width of said speaker being greater than the opening of said speaker holding pocket, yet capable of being placed therein and removed therefrom by stretching said opening; (d) electronic means for driving said speaker to generate a noise; (e) power means for powering said electronic means and said speaker; and (f) wiring connecting said speaker, said electronic means and said power means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
123 words
(New) A noise generating mask comprising: (a) a face covering disguise section and a rear portion attached to said face covering forming a hollow structure with an inside surface; (b) a speaker holding pocket made from resilient material and having an opening extending from the inside of said face mask; (c) a speaker mounted and held within said holding pocket, the width of said speaker being greater than the opening of said speaker holding pocket, yet capable of being placed therein and removed therefrom by stretching said opening; (d) electronic means for driving said speaker to generate a noise; (e) power means for powering said electronic means and said speaker; and (f) wiring connecting said speaker, said electronic means and said power means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
42 words
A face mask as claimed in claim 3, further comprising: (a) a pair of fake eyes are provided in said disguise section; and (b) said fake eyes are provided with light emitting diodes which are also electrically connected to said power means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
53 words
A face mask as claimed in claim 3, further comprising: (a) a thin fabric layer overlays and separates said elements (d), (e) and (f) from the actual face of the wearer of said face mask, said thin fabric layer substantially conforming to the inside surface of the rear portion of said face mask.
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) | 1990-08-31 | 1991-03-02 | 1991-09-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-08-31 | 1995-03-02 | 1995-09-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-08-31 | 1999-03-02 | 1999-09-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |