FR2838612A1 - Baseball cap includes a single piece shell with a peak, the shell including a decorative cloth piece made of a film that reflects infrared and ultraviolet radiation and contains an element for absorbing humidity - Google Patents

Abstract

The baseball cap includes a single piece shell (1) with a peak (1'). The shell including a decorative cloth piece (11) made of a film (12) that reflects infrared and ultraviolet radiation. The cap also includes an insulating element (13) and an absorber element (14) for absorbing humidity to eliminate air saturated by transpiration and ensuring ventilation around the head. The elements are placed on the fixed and adjustable frame arms (3) of the cap.

Description

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The present invention relates to a headgear comprising means of protection against heat, more particularly for controlling and eliminating the air saturated by perspiration and ensuring ventilation around the head.

The invention finds particular application in situations of significant physical effort.

Classic headgear is usually made up of one or more pieces of canvas or fabric assembled around a rigid or semi-rigid shell matching the shape of the user's skull.

They generally do not include any means making it possible to effectively regulate the circulation of air between the interior wall of the shell and the head of the user and the evacuation of perspiration.

Ventilation is ensured through orifices made on the sides of the hull or by using more or less porous materials, which then has the disadvantage of less resistance, therefore less protection.

However, it is very important to be able to provide good ventilation around the head and under the headgear, especially when the air is saturated with perspiration, for example due to climatic conditions (high heat) or activity exercised by the user (physical efforts, practice of sport).

To address this problem, various devices have been proposed. Document W00076334 describes a head covering comprising a band of permeable material fixed inside on the periphery of the head covering by overlapping a corrugated part to define a series of transverse channels.

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 This method is certainly effective, but it remains complex to implement, therefore costly, and above all does not make it possible to control and regulate the saturated air.

Document EP 0988804 describes a device composed of a molded plastic base comprising an elongated flexible strip associated with flat wall elements forming a uniform curve with a spacing with respect to each other to form ventilation openings.

Again, this device is purely passive and no means are provided to control the saturated air.

The known methods do not make it possible to ensure effective insulation of the head as well against hot as against cold by carrying out an evacuation of calories, and a reflection of infrared and ultra violet rays in a satisfactory manner.

This has the consequence that the temperature of the cranial box increases and the consequences on health can be disastrous, (sunstroke, heat stroke).

The invention proposes to remedy these drawbacks by producing a head covering comprising means allowing thermal regulation of the head, while providing better comfort and being integrated into all current head covering. The head covering according to the invention is formed of a shell comprising framework blades and adjustable pericranean opening blades, as well as a flap for the evacuation of perspiration on the forehead and the nape of the user.

The headgear according to the invention will be better understood through the description, given below of a non-limiting example of embodiment, and with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which: - Figure 1 is an exploded view of three-quarters before the headgear according to the invention,

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 - Figure 2 is a top view of the headgear illustrated in Figure 1 and - Figure 3 is a rear view of the headgear according to the invention and - Figure 4 is a front view of the headgear illustrated in Figure 1.

With reference to the accompanying drawings, and more particularly to FIG. 1, the headgear according to the invention comprises a monocoque shell (1) extended by a visor (1 ′) and constituted by a canvas or any other suitable material forming a cover and placed on fixed frame blades (2) to give it an appropriate shape.

The cap will consist of a decoration (11), a film reflecting infrared and ultraviolet radiation (12), an insulator (13) and a moisture-absorbing element (14).

According to an advantageous embodiment, the film (12) and the insulator (13) can be combined within a single element.

The opening of the cover is adjusted by means of a lockable opening blade (3), for example by means of a click-clac spring or hooks.

According to an advantageous embodiment, the opening will be automated, for example by reaction of elements suitable for variations in heat or humidity.

The shell (1) further comprises a peripheral ventilation strip (4) disposed on the inner periphery of the lower part of the cap, so as to surround the head when the headgear is in position.

This makes it possible to create an air intake all around the head, and, thanks to the presence of peripheral stops (6), to ensure the circulation of air by the presence of a regulating buffer protecting the head. stops (6) are preferably but not necessarily of a height between 8 and 10 mm and are positioned on the framing blades

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 (2), about 70 mm from the top of the headgear. In the example shown, the stops (6) are four in number. However, nothing prevents the provision of a different number of stops.

The stops (6) also allow, during strong transposition related to the effort, to release the pericraniene tension.

In addition, the stops make it possible to prevent the headgear from sinking during the exercise of intense activities, for example sports, by compensating for the increased pericraniene tension. Control of the adjustment voltage is thus maximum.

Depending on the case, the strip (4) can be integrated into the shell (1) or be separable therefrom, for example to allow an exchange of the shell according to the seasons or climatic conditions.

The perspiration generated at the front and the nape of the neck will be evacuated to the outside through front (5) and rear (9) flaps associated with the stops (6), and cooperating with the peripheral ventilation strip (4) arranged on the inner periphery of the lower part of the cap.

As illustrated in FIG. 2, the shell (1) also comprises, in the rear part, a ventilated clamping band (8) associated with a tension lock. (7), the latter allowing moisture to migrate from the skin towards the ascending air flow. This makes it possible to regulate the pericraniene tension in two stages, and in particular to reduce it when necessary, for example during periods of great heat or in case of heavy sweating. This modality is also well suited to low wind conditions.

According to an advantageous embodiment, the latch (7) and the strip (8) are arranged between the cap and the contact strip (4), so as not to be visible.

According to an alternative embodiment (not shown), the strip (4) can be produced using capillary fibers with a wide and crossed mesh, with

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 addition of a tampon (not shown) or sponge. The tampon then acts as a means of capturing and storing the moisture resulting from perspiration.

According to another alternative embodiment, the strip (4) can be overlapped in its lower part to allow the ventilation to be closed in the event of cooling.

According to yet another variant, the lower part of the strip (4) may be provided with a mosquito repellent grid.

According to yet another variant, the visor (1 ′) will include means (10) for hanging or hanging accessories, for example a sunscreen or glasses.

According to an advantageous embodiment, the neck flap (9) covers an opening in the rear part of the shell (1) for the passage of hair, for example a bun.

The flap (9), which is composed of all the elements (11, 12, 13), is removable and adjustable. The periphery of the opening comprises a rib or a groove of suitable shape and size making it possible to receive the flap.

This ventilation mode means that the head is never exposed.

According to an advantageous embodiment, provision may be made to integrate elements, for example capsules (not shown), charged with a gas lighter than air, into the reflector and into the absorption fabric.

It could be, for example, helium.

This particular method makes it possible to resolve any drawbacks linked to the weight of the headgear or to the noise resulting from the circulation of air on the aluminum elements.

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 The above description shows that the device fulfills the desired objectives.

The circulation of fresh air, ascending and annular around the head, creates a regulating buffer and a space for the evacuation of calories and moisture from perspiration.

Thanks to the presence of the strip (4) and the stops (6), the heat and perspiration arriving on the head are perfectly controlled, without residual traces of sweat on the fabric, since an air buffer separates the head and The hairdo.

The device according to the invention is adaptable to any type of head covering in order to combat heat and induced perspiration as well as protection against cold. The headgear is made using a limited number of components, which makes it possible to reduce both its weight and its cost.

Finally, any decorative elements associated with the headgear will not be soiled by perspiration.

The invention is not limited to the embodiment given above by way of nonlimiting example. It may include any variant obvious to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention. In particular, the dimensions or the materials used may be modified. The head cover may also receive elements of known type of protection or reflection against infrared radiation.

Claims (10)

CLAIMS 1. Headgear formed by a monocoque shell (1) extended by a visor (1 '), characterized in that the shell (1) is composed of a canvas forming a headdress consisting of a decoration (11) , a film reflecting infrared and ultraviolet radiation (12), an insulator (13) and a moisture-absorbing element (14) and placed on fixed framework blades (2) associated with blades opening (3) adjustable. 2. Headwear according to claim 1, characterized in that the shell (1) is monocoque. 3. Head cover according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the blades (3) are associated with elements reacting to variations in heat or humidity to automate the opening. 4. Head cover according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the shell (1) comprises a peripheral ventilation strip (4) disposed on the inner periphery of the lower part of the cap and cooperating with front flaps (5) and rear (9) for the evacuation of perspiration on the front and the neck of the user. 5. Head cover according to claim 4, characterized in that the strip (4) is overlapped in its lower part. 6. Head cover according to claim 4, characterized in that the strip (4) is made of capillary fibers with a wide and crossed mesh, associated with a tampon. 7. Head covering according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the shell (1) comprises stops (6) positioned on the framework blades (2), to form a space between the head and the cap. 8. Headgear according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the shell (1) comprises, at the rear, a ventilated tightening band (8) and a tension lock (7) disposed between the cap and the band. contact (4) so as not to be apparent. <Desc / Clms Page number 8>  9. Headgear according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the reflector (12) and the absorption fabric (13) are associated with integrated elements charged with a gas lighter than air. 10. Headgear according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the visor (1 ') comprises means (10) for hanging or hanging accessories.