US20100180906A1

US20100180906A1 - Hat Hair Comb Pin

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Publication number: US20100180906A1
Application number: US12/357,695
Authority: US
Inventors: Martha Marozsan; Bernice Curry
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2009-01-22
Filing date: 2009-01-22
Publication date: 2010-07-22

Abstract

A hat hair comb pin is provided. The hat hair comb pin is a one piece L shaped metal casted device. The lower part of the L is designed with flat prongs spaced evenly that penetrate the hair and provide a comfortable structure that rests on the head while supporting the hat. The upper part of the L shape creates distance between the inside of the hat and the hair. There is a curved appendage on the tipper part of the backside of the L shape. The extreme end of the appendage is designed to penetrate the inside brim of the hat thus securely attaching the hat hair comb pin to the hat.

Description

BACKGROUND

This invention has a huge potential impact on the world of fashion. It will affect everyone who has ever avoided wearing his/her hat for fear of hat hair. It will have a direct effect on the sales and marketing of hats.
The enjoyment of wearing a hat is a pleasure that has been experienced through the centuries by generations of men and women. However, in the decade of the 60's hat wearing became decreasingly popular with the advent of the bouffant hair styles of that era. The fluffy hair styles and the flat hair effect were mutually incompatible. Few people, particularly women, are willing to start the process of re-styling their hair after removing their hat. And no one would dare be caught with “hat hair”. Hats, however, are still considered high fashion and are frequently displayed on the front pages of fashion magazines. Most individuals will confess to owning a number of hats which they seldom, if ever, wear—the reason being obvious—“hat hair”. It was in consideration of these realities that the hat hair comb pin was conceptualized—a device that allows the wearer to enjoy the comfort and joy of wearing stylish hats without the previously inevitable “hat hair” effect.
All references cited herein are incorporated by reference to the maximum extent allowable by law. To the extent a reference may not be fully incorporated herein, it is incorporated by reference for background purposes and indicative of the knowledge of one of ordinary skill in the art

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The problems presented with presently wearing a hat are solved by the present invention.
The purpose of the hat hair comb pin is to preserve the hair style and prevent the flattening of hair while the hat is being worn. It is essential that the device provide comfort to the wearer while adequately stabilizing and supporting the hat. The hat hair comb pin may be constructed of any metallic or polymer substance that provides sufficient rigidity to meet this purpose and is appropriate for human contact.
These objectives are met with the design of the hat hair comb pin. The flat pronged surface of the hat hair comb pin serves as a base for balancing and supporting the weight of the hat. The prongs of the surface allow for penetration of the hair thus augmenting the stability of the device. The L shape provides an extension from the pronged base of the hat hair comb pin to the inner brim of the hat thus keeping the hat from making direct contact with the hair. This design minimizes the pressure on the hair. The curved pin is a continuation of the upper part of the L shape and provides distance between the hat and the head. The pointed part of the extension Functions to penetrate and attach the device securely to the inner brim of the hat.
Other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent with reference to the drawings and detailed description that follow.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a front view of the hat hair comb pin,

FIG. 2 is a top view of the hat hair comb pin.

FIG. 3 is a side perspective view.

FIG. 4 is a bottom view of the hat hair comb pin.

FIG. 5 illustrates the placement of the hat hair comb pin in the inner brim of the hat.

FIG. 5 a shows the under side view of the inner brim of the back of the hat.

FIGS. 5 b & 5 e show the hat hair comb pin when attached to the inside of hat.

FIG. 5 c shows the under view of the inner brim of the front of the hat.

FIG. 5 d shows the pronged surfaces of the hat hair comb pin inside the hat.

FIG. 6 illustrates the technique for placing the hat on the head after the attachment of the hat hair comb pin.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

All references cited herein are incorporated by reference to the maximum extent allowable by law. To the extent a reference may not be fully incorporated herein, it is incorporated by reference for background purposes and indicative of the knowledge of one of ordinary skill in the art.
In the following detailed description of the preferred embodiments, reference is made to the accompanying drawings which form a part hereof and in which is shown by way of illustration specific preferred embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it is understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that logical mechanical changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. To avoid detail not necessary to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, the description may omit certain information known to those skilled in the art. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense, and the scope of the present invention is defined only by the appended claims.
Referring now to the drawings, FIG. 1 shows the front view of the hat hair comb pin. The flat base of the device is shaped with pronged extensions designed to penetrate and “scoop” the hair away from the scalp. In this preferred embodiment, the device is constructed as a one piece metal casted device; however, one skilled in the art would know that such a device could be constructed of any metallic, polymer or similar substance providing sufficient rigidity and suitability for human contact. The under side of the pronged extension has a flat surface which allows the device to rest securely and comfortably on the head. In this preferred embodiment the dimensions of the flat base measure approximately 32 mm length×22 mm width which extends at a right angle to a flat upwardly projected surface measuring approximately 32 mm length×14 mm width; however, one skilled in the art would know that variations in dimension such as length and/or width would not alter the utility of the invention.
FIG. 2 provides an aerial view of the hat hair comb pin. The curved appendage on the upper part of the device adds to the distance separating the pronged base structure from the hat and the hair. In this preferred embodiment the appendage is curved at a 180 degree angle and extends to the width of the upper surface which again curves at 180 degrees: however, one skilled in the art would know that variations in the curvature of the appendage or the addition of a separate connectible appendage would not alter the utility of the invention. The pointed edge at the end of the appendage penetrates the inside of the hat brim and serves to securely attach the device to the hat. In this preferred embodiment the pointed edge is designed as a continuing extension of the device; however, one skilled in the art would know that variations in design such as an attached or connectible pi or clip would not alter the utility of the invention.
FIG. 3 shows the L shape design of the structure which consists of a flat pronged base perpendicular to the side structure. The side structure serves to connect the flat pronged base and the curved appendage which attaches to the hat. FIG. 4 shows the flat base surface of the device which rests securely on the head of the wearer while penetrating and “scooping” the hair from the scalp.
FIG. 5 shows the technique for placement of the hat hair comb pin in the inside brim of the hat. The pointed edge of the device is inserted into the inside brim of the hat then pushed forward horizontally. A minimum of two flat hair comb pins are required to be placed on each side of the inner brim of the hat although additional hat hair comb pins may be inserted if desired.
FIG. 5 a is the under view from the rear of the hat while FIG. 5 c shows the under view of the inner brim from the front of the hat.
FIGS. 5 b & 5 e show the hat hair comb pin when attached to the inside of the hat. FIG. 5 d shows the pronged surfaces of the hat hair corn pin after the device is attached to the inside brim of the hat.
The device is placed on the head by holding the hat at the edges of the brim and rolling it outward as shown in FIG. 6. The hat is then lowered to head while brim is moved in a sweeping inward motion thus penetrating and scooping the hair upward.
It should be apparent from the foregoing that an invention having significant advantages has been provided. While the invention is shown in only a few of its forms, it is not just limited but is susceptitble to various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit thereof.

Claims

1. A hat hair comb pin which includes a pronged first member to comb the hat hair comb pin securely into the hair of the user, a second member which provides distance between the head of the user and the hat, and a third member that includes a pointed end to attach the hat hair comb pin to the inner brim of a hat.

2. The hat hair comb pin of claim 1, wherein the hat hair comb pin is made from a metallic, polymer or similar substance providing sufficient rigidity and suitability for human contact.

3. The hat hair comb pin of claim 1, wherein said members are comprised of a single casted piece.

4. The flat hair comb pin of claim 1, wherein said third member is a separate part that is fixed to the second member.

5. A hat hair comb pin which includes a first member having a planar surface measuring approximately 30 mm in length and approximately 20 mm in width, the first member including multiple prongs extending approximately 15 mm along the width of the first member from the proximal end of the first member, a second member that extends from the first member at approximately ninety degrees arid approximately perpendicular to the first member, the second member having a planar surface measuring approximately 30 mm in length and 15 mm in width, and a third member that extends from the second member at approximately ninety degrees and approximately parallel to the first member in the distal direction of the first member, the third member including a pointed end for attaching the hat hair comb pin to the inside brim of a hat.

6. The hat hair comb pin of claim 1, wherein the hat hair comb pin is made from a metallic, polymer or similar substance providing sufficient rigidity and suitability for human contact.

7. The hat hair comb pin of claim 1, wherein said members are comprised of a single casted piece.

8. The hat hair comb pin of claim 1, wherein said third member is a separate part that is fixed to the second member.