US20210204627A1 - Clothing assembly with pair of magnets and hooded sweatshirt or jacket - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to a clothing assembly including a pair of magnet assemblies and a hood, for particular use with a hooded sweatshirt or a hooded jacket.
- Hooded sweatshirts and hooded jackets have used drawstrings or cords as the primary manner for adjusting the fit of the hood for many years.
- pulling a drawstring or cord of conventional hooded sweatshirts and hooded jackets to the tight, closed position often obstructs the peripheral vision of the user.
- the tight drawstring position impairs vision by pulling the hood in front of the eyes. This vision impairment may be particularly dangerous for people who are driving, working in hard-hat zones, crossing the street, and playing sports.
- the tight closed position may also not fully protect the user from cold temperatures or inclement weather.
- the tight, closed position of a conventional hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket usually makes a poor seal around the face, which thereby lets in wind, rain, and snow.
- hood and neck drawstrings on children's upper outerwear in sizes 2T to 12 or the equivalent present a strangulation hazard that is a substantial product hazard” (https://www.cpsc.gov/Business-Manufacturing/Business-Education/Business-Guidance/Drawstrings-in-Childrens-Upper-Outerwear).
- ASTM F1816-97 prohibits drawstrings for certain children's outerwear, limits the length of certain children's drawstrings, and prohibits toggles, knots, and other attachments at the free ends of certain children's drawstrings.
- Drawstrings can also promote a safety hazard to certain adult users, as they may become stuck in operating machines and equipment.
- Magnets have been used with clothing apparel as a closing mechanism.
- U.S. Publication 2007/0266476 discloses a head covering with magnetic closure
- U.S. Publication 2013/0247275 discloses a sport headscarf
- U.S. Publication 2016/0015099 discloses an apparel with retractable extensions
- U.S. Publication 2012/0291181 discloses a ready to wear headscarf
- U.S. Publication 2013/0180030 discloses a versatile head and neck apparel with magnetic clasp.
- these clothing items utilize the magnets sewn into a fixed, predetermined position, such that the magnetic closure has only one closed position.
- these closing mechanisms therefore do not provide a manner for multiple positions of closure, and the closure cannot be precisely adjusted based on the discretion of the user.
- these clothing items generally utilize a first clothing part that overlaps with a second clothing part, which generally requires extra fabric or material in order to be able to form the magnetic closure.
- U.S. Publication 2005/0102802 discloses a device to maintain in contact, to regulate, to adjust, or to close parts of clothing.
- a device 8 includes two parallel sheaths 9 and 10 to close or to adjust two open parts of clothing.
- Sheaths 9 and 10 each include a magnetic component 11 and 12 .
- each magnetic component is made up of two magnets of opposite polarities.
- the polarities of the two magnets are opposed in the direction of the sheath.
- the '802 publication also discloses a number of embodiments that utilize fixedly-positioned magnets. Further, the closures of the '802 publication generally utilize a first clothing part that overlaps with a second clothing part, such as shown in FIGS. 5 c and 5 d thereof.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,954,968 discloses a device for mutually adjusting or fixing parts of garments.
- a device in a sub-embodiment thereof (as shown in FIG. 1 b ), includes two parallel sheathes each having a ferromagnetic element 11 and 12 , of which at least one is comprised of a magnet.
- This sub-embodiment describes that the two elements are capable of working in conjunction with each other, allowing a double adjustment, which may be most suitable for a belt or clothing.
- the '968 patent also discloses a number of embodiments that utilize fixedly-positioned magnets. Further, the closures of the '968 patent generally utilize a first clothing part that overlaps with a second clothing part, such as shown in FIGS. 11 a and 11 d thereof.
- U.S. Publication 2014/0215770 discloses a drawstring connector and methods of use.
- the present invention provides a hood assembly comprising a hood with a first hood semi-portion and a second hood semi-portion, the hood sized to be selectively worn over a head of a user; a first adjustment assembly in the first hood semi-portion, the first adjustment assembly comprising a first channel having a length of at least 2 inches and encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being slidable through the first channel and having a first magnetic polarity; and a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion, the second adjustment assembly comprising a second channel having a length of at least 2 inches and encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being slidable through the second channel and having a second magnetic polarity; wherein the second magnetic polarity is an opposing polarity of the first magnetic polarity, such that the first magnet can be selectively secured together with the second magnet to thereby bring together a portion of the first hood semi-portion with a portion of the second
- the present invention provides a hood assembly comprising a hood with a first adjustment assembly and a second adjustment assembly, the first adjustment assembly and the second adjustment assembly being adapted to move the hood between a looser position and a tighter position; the first adjustment assembly comprising a first channel encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being spherically shaped and being slidable through the first channel; and a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion the second adjustment assembly comprising a second channel encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being spherically shaped and being slidable through the second channel; wherein the first magnet and the second magnet provide opposing magnetic polarities, such that the first magnet and the second magnet can be selectively secured together to thereby move the hood between the looser position and the tighter position, wherein the first magnet and the second magnet together provide a securing force such that when the first magnet and the second magnet are secured together, the first magnet and the second magnet cannot slide respectively through the
- FIG. 1 is a side view of a clothing assembly having a pair of magnets and a hood, shown with the pair of magnets positioned in respective channels inside the hood, according to one or more embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 1 , shown with the pair of magnets closed together.
- FIG. 3 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 1 , shown with the pair of magnets separated.
- FIG. 4 is a side view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 1 , shown with certain dimensions thereof.
- FIG. 5 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 1 , showing a schematic of the movement from the open position to the closed position.
- FIG. 6 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 1 , showing a schematic of the movement from the closed position to the open position.
- FIG. 7 is a front view of a clothing assembly having a pair of magnets and a hood, shown with the pair of magnets at each end of a drawstring, according to one or more embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 8 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 7 , shown with the pair of magnets being closed together.
- FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 7 , shown with the pair of magnets closed together to secure the hood in place.
- FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the clothing assembly shown in FIG. 7 , shown with the pair of magnets closed together behind the hood to secure the magnets in a not-in-use position.
- FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 12 is a perspective view of an alternative magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a further alternative magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 14 is a perspective view of the further alternative magnet assembly shown in FIG. 13 , shown with a magnet portion separated from a storage portion.
- One or more embodiments of the present invention provide a clothing assembly including a pair of adjustment assemblies and a hood.
- Each of the adjustment assemblies includes a respective magnet for interaction and joining with the other in order to secure the hood in a desired position.
- the clothing assembly may be particularly useful for closing the hood around a wearer's face in a proper fit.
- the pair of magnets are positioned in respective channels inside the hood.
- the magnets are slidable through the respective channels, such that the closure of the two magnets can stay in various positions within the channels. This provides the user with the ability to fit the closed hood to a tightly closed position or a more loosely closed position, as desired.
- the pair of magnets are located at the ends of a drawstring or cords of the hood.
- the proper fit of the closed hood provides a sufficient air-tight seal to block out the elements (e.g. cold wind, rain, and snow) while maintaining good visibility for the wearer.
- the hood may be part of a hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket.
- a clothing assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 10 .
- Clothing assembly 10 which may also be referred to as hood assembly 10 , includes a hood 12 sized to be selectively worn over the head of a user, and a pair of adjustment assemblies 14 .
- Hood 12 is coupled with a sweatshirt 15 or a jacket 15 and may or may not be unitary therewith.
- Each adjustment assembly 14 which may also be referred to as a magnet assembly 14 or retention assembly 14 , includes a channel 16 that encases a magnet 18 therein.
- channels 16 which may also be described as pockets 16 or pocket channels 16 , may be provided between layers of hood 12 . That is, channels 16 may be between an inner material layer 20 and an outer material layer 22 of hood 12 . As such, in these embodiments, the channels 16 are not visible externally of hood 12 . In other embodiments, channels 16 may be secured on the inner surface of inner material layer 20 .
- channels 16 may be not connected or coupled with each other. That is, in these embodiments, the top of a first channel 16 may be not coupled with the top of a second channel 16 .
- channels 16 may be connected or coupled with each other. That is, in these embodiments, the top of a first channel 16 may be coupled with the top of a second channel 16 . This may be by way of the first channel 16 and the second channel 16 being part of a unitary bigger channel (not shown).
- channels 16 may be formed congruently with the hood 12 . That is, the material of the hood 12 may be utilized to form the channels 16 . This congruent formation of channels 16 may be provided by sewing the border of channels 16 into the material of an existing hood 12 , or during manufacture thereof. In one or more embodiments, this congruent formation of channels 16 may be within an elongate internal passageway (not shown) along the border of the hood 12 as would otherwise carry a drawstring (not shown) in the configuration of a conventional hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket. This might include first removing the drawstring from the conventional hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket before forming channels 16 within the passageway. In other embodiments, hood 12 may only include channels 16 and may be devoid of an elongate internal passageway along the entire border thereof.
- Channels 16 may also include an additional material layer 24 positioned between inner material layer 20 and magnet 18 , and an additional material layer 26 positioned between outer material layer 22 and magnet 18 .
- the additional material layers 24 , 26 may be provided for improving the slidability of the magnets 18 through the channels 16 , and also to protect inner material layer 20 and outer material layer 22 of hood 12 .
- the additional material layers 24 , 26 may be referred to as themselves being a channel within channel 16 .
- additional material layers 24 , 26 may be made from any suitable material that allows magnets 18 to slide therethrough. Additional material layers 24 , 26 should provide a slidable surface such that magnets 18 can slide through channels 16 .
- the additional material layers 24 , 26 may be made from the synthetic polymers generally designated as nylon, which are based on aliphatic or semi-aromatic polyamides. In one or more embodiments, the additional material layers 24 , 26 may be made from spandex.
- the additional material layers 24 , 26 may be made from stretchable material, such as stretchable nylon or spandex. This may be characterized as the additional material layers 24 , 26 stretching to at least 110%, in other embodiments, at least 120%, in other embodiments, at least 130%, and in other embodiments, at least 150%, of their original length. These stretching percentages may also apply to the material of channel 16 and of hood 12 , whether the same or different than the material of additional material layers 24 , 26 .
- two or more layers of additional material layer 24 may be positioned between inner material layer 20 and magnet 18 .
- two layers of additional material layer 26 may be positioned between outer material layer 22 and magnet 18 .
- the channels 16 may be an incongruent component that is initially separate from the hood 12 . That is, in these embodiments, the channel 16 may be made separately from hood 12 and be subsequently secured therein. This attachment of the channel 16 component with the hood 12 may be by sewing or by other suitable attachment, such as an adhesive glue. In these embodiments, channels 16 may be made from a similar or different material than the hood 12 , though channels 16 should be made from a suitable material that allows magnets 18 to slide therethrough. These embodiments may also include the additional material layers 24 , 26 as discussed above. Channels 16 may be made from a similar material as additional material layers 24 , 26 as described above.
- the pocket channels 16 may be in any suitable position of hood 12 as to properly close a portion of the hood 12 by joining magnets 18 , as shown in FIG. 2 .
- the bottom of the pocket channels 16 may correspond with the bottom of the hood 12 or approximate thereto.
- the bottom of the pocket channels 16 may be spaced at least 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, at least 0.5 inches, and in other embodiments, at least 1 inch from the bottom of the hood 12 .
- the bottom of the pocket channels 16 may be spaced from 0.25 inches to 1.5 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches, and in other embodiments, from 0.75 inches to 1 inch, from the bottom of the hood 12 .
- the pocket channels 16 extend up to about the cheek of the face of the user.
- the length L ( FIG. 4 ) of the pocket channels 16 may be from 1 inch to 8 inches, in other embodiments, from 2 inches to 7 inches, in other embodiments, from 3 inches to 6 inches, in other embodiments, from 3 inches to 5 inches, and in other embodiments, from 4 inches to 5 inches. In one or more embodiments, the length L of the pocket channels 16 may be about 3 inches, in other embodiments, about 5 inches, in other embodiments, about 6 inches, and in other embodiments, about 7 inches. In one or more embodiments, the length L of the pocket channels 16 may be at least 2 inches, in other embodiments, at least 3 inches, in other embodiments, at least 4 inches, and in other embodiments, at least 5 inches.
- the length L of the pocket channels 16 may also be described as channels 16 occupying a certain percentage with respect to the entire inner perimeter of the hood 12 .
- the pocket channels 16 together may occupy from 25% to 70%, in other embodiments, from 30% to 60%, and in other embodiments, from 40% to 50%, of the entire inner perimeter of the hood.
- the pocket channels 16 together may occupy from 60% to 100%, in other embodiments, from 80% to 98%, and in other embodiments, from 85% to 95%, of the entire inner perimeter of the hood.
- the pocket channels 16 together may occupy at least 20% in other embodiments, at least 30%, in other embodiments, at least 50%, and in other embodiments, at least 70%, of the entire inner perimeter of the hood.
- the width W of the pocket channels 16 should be such that the magnets 18 can slide through channels, but do not easily slide through the channels 16 without user involvement.
- the width W ( FIG. 4 ) of the pocket channels 16 (i.e. side to side) may be from 0.25 inches to 1.5 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1 inch, and in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 0.75 inches.
- the width W of the pocket channels 16 may be about 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.5 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.75 inches, and in other embodiments, about 1 inch.
- the width W of the pocket channels 16 approximates the diameter D of the magnets 18 .
- the thickness of the pocket channels 16 should also be such that the magnets 18 can slide through channels, but do not easily slide through the channels 16 without user involvement.
- the thickness of the pocket channels 16 may be from 0.1 inches to 1 inch, in other embodiments, from 0.2 inches to 0.75 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.2 inches to 0.5 inches, and in other embodiments, from 0.25 inches to 0.5 inches.
- the thickness of the pocket channels 16 may be about 0.1 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.2 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.25 inches, and in other embodiments, about 0.4 inches. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of the pocket channels 16 approximates the thickness of the magnets 18 .
- a separating length S may be present between an inner boundary 28 of the pocket channels 16 and an inner boundary 30 of the hood 12 .
- the inner boundary 28 of the pocket channels 16 and the inner boundary 30 of the hood 12 are formed at the same position, such that there is no separating length S present.
- separating length S may be less than 0.4 inches, in other embodiments, less than 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, less than 0.2 inches, and in other embodiments, less than 0.1 inches.
- the pocket channels 16 may include a closing and opening mechanism (not shown) at the top end thereof for removal of the magnets 18 , such as for washing the sweatshirt 15 or jacket 15 .
- magnets 18 may be machine washable.
- Exemplary articles for the closing and opening mechanism include a zipper, snap, and hook and loop fastener. In other embodiments, closing and opening mechanism is not present and the pocket channels 16 are fully enclosed such that the magnets 18 are not removable.
- the magnets 18 are able to travel the entire length of the pocket channels 16 .
- the magnets 18 can slide to countless positions within the channels 16 based on the desire of the user for a tighter closure or a looser closure of hood 12 .
- this closure of hood 12 may also be referred to as closing a portion of the hood 12 .
- the magnets 18 can travel from the bottom of the hood 12 to about the cheek of the face of the user.
- the magnet 18 of hood semi-portion 12 A and the magnet 18 of hood semi-portion 12 B are joined together, as shown in FIG. 2 .
- the magnet 18 of hood semi-portion 12 A has a first magnetic polarity (e.g. north) facing inward of hood 12
- the magnet 18 of hood semi-portion 12 B has the opposing magnetic polarity (e.g. south) facing inward of hood 12 such that these inward-facing opposing magnetic polarities can attract to secure the magnets 18 together.
- this closed position of hood 12 may include the magnets 18 being generally parallel with each other in the direction of the user. In other embodiments, the closed position of hood 12 may include the magnets 18 being overlapped with each other in the direction of the user.
- Magnets 18 can be any suitable shape, such as spherical, cylindrical, ellipsoid, oval, or dome/semi-sphere. Shapes having a rounded portion may be particularly useful for correlation with the fingers of a user for adjusting the magnets 18 through the channels 16 , as shown in FIGS. 5-6 .
- magnets 18 are spherical. Where magnets 18 are spherical, magnets 18 can be slid up and down the respective channels 16 based on manipulation by the user. As mentioned elsewhere herein, magnets 18 should be strong enough as to not slide while connected unless the user moves the magnets 18 . Based on the magnetic polarities, magnets 18 of a spherical shape will tend to move in a sliding motion, rather than in a rolling motion. Magnets 18 of a spherical shape may be a unitary magnet or may include a certain feature, such as a plastic half, such that they are non-unitary.
- magnets 18 are in the shape of a dome/semi-sphere.
- magnets 18 include a flat magnetic face 32 .
- the flat magnetic face 32 of one magnet 18 generally faces the other flat magnetic face 32 of the other magnet 18 .
- Magnets 18 further include a dome/semi-sphere shaped extension 34 .
- the dome/semi-sphere shaped extension 34 may be a magnetic portion such that the dome/semi-sphere shaped extension 34 and the flat magnetic face 32 are a unitary magnet.
- the dome/semi-sphere shaped extension 34 may be a non-magnetic portion, such as being made from plastic, such that the dome/semi-sphere shaped extension 34 and the flat magnetic face 32 are non-unitary.
- the magnets 18 may be made of any suitable magnetic material, whether soft magnetic material or hard magnetic material.
- An exemplary magnetic material are rare-earth magnets, which are strong permanent magnets made from alloys of rare-earth elements.
- An exemplary rare-earth magnet is a neodymium magnet, which may also be referred to as a NdFeB magnet, and which is a permanent magnet made from an alloy of neodymium, iron, and boron to form the Nd 2 Fe 14 B tetragonal crystalline structure.
- Neodymium is a metal which is ferromagnetic, meaning it can be magnetized to become a magnet, and is particularly useful when compounded with transition metals.
- Exemplary neodymium magnets are N35, N42, and N52 neodymium magnets.
- the width D ( FIG. 4 ), which may be a diameter D, of the magnets 18 may be from 0.25 inches to 1.5 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.25 inches to 1 inch, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1 inch, and in other embodiments, from 0.25 inches to 0.75 inches. In one or more embodiments, the width D, which may be a diameter D, of the magnets 18 may be about 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.5 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.75 inches, and in other embodiments, about 1 inch.
- the width/diameter D of the magnets 18 may also be described relative to the width W of channels 16 . In one or more embodiments, there may be a total of 1/16 inches, in other embodiments about 1 ⁇ 8 inches, between magnets 18 and the inner portion of channels 16 . In one or more embodiments, the width/diameter D of the magnets 18 may be at least 75%, in other embodiments, at least 85%, in other embodiments, at least 90/o, and in other embodiments, at least 95%, of the width W of channels 16 . In one or more embodiments, the width/diameter D of the magnets 18 may be about 85%, in other embodiments, about 90%, and in other embodiments, about 95%, of the width W of channels 16 .
- the width/diameter D of the magnets 18 may be from about 65 to about 95%, in other embodiments, from about 75 to about 85%, and in other embodiments, from about 85 to about 95%, of the width W of channels 16 .
- the thickness of the magnets 18 may be from 3/16 inches to 1 inch, in other embodiments, from 3/16 inches to 1 ⁇ 2 inches, and in other embodiments, from 3/16 inches to 1 ⁇ 4 inches. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of the magnets 18 may be about 3/16 inches, in other embodiments, about 1 ⁇ 4 inches, and in other embodiments, about 1 ⁇ 2 inches.
- the thickness of the magnets 18 may also be described relative to the thickness of channels 16 .
- the thickness of the magnets 18 may be at least 85%, in other embodiments, at least 90%, in other embodiments, at least 95%, and in other embodiments, at least 98%, of the thickness of channels 16 .
- the thickness of the magnets 18 may be about 85%, in other embodiments, about 90%, in other embodiments, about 95%, and in other embodiments, about 98%, of the thickness of channels 16 .
- the strength of magnets 18 should be strong enough to secure and maintain the magnets 18 together to form the closed position of the hood 12 . Though, the strength of magnets 18 should not be so strong that the user is unable to move the magnets 18 through channels 16 while magnets are secured together.
- the pair of magnets 18 together may provide a securing force, which may also be referred to as power or pull strength or theoretical strength, of from 10 lbs. to 30 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, from 12 lbs. to 25 lbs. of pull force, and in other embodiments, from 13 lbs. to 20 lbs. of pull force. In one or more embodiments, the pair of magnets 18 together may provide a securing force of about 10 lbs.
- the pair of magnets 18 together may provide a securing force of at least 10 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, at least 13 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, at least 16 lbs. of pull force, and in other embodiments, at least 20 lbs. of pull force.
- Magnets 18 may include a coating to improve corrosion resistance.
- An exemplary corrosion resistance coating is nickel plating, which may be a triple nickel plating.
- Magnets 18 may include a coating to improve waterproofing such that clothing assembly 10 can be machine washable.
- the coating to improve waterproofing may be provided on the corrosion resistance coating.
- An exemplary coating to improve waterproofing is an epoxy coating.
- the magnet 18 of hood semi-portion 12 A and the magnet 18 of hood semi-portion 12 B are joined together, as shown in FIG. 2 .
- the magnets 18 will connect layers of the hood 12 fabric together creating the comfortable seal.
- the closed magnetic connection can be made by magnets 18 anywhere along the length of the channels 16 , and the magnets 18 can slide up and down the channels 16 with user input, such that a variety of closed positions, from right at the chin to below the chin, can be utilized. A closed position right at the chin will be best to keep the air-tight quality, but the user is free to make that connection wherever feels most comfortable.
- the magnets 18 In the closed position, the magnets 18 have between them the two layers of inner material layer 20 , and the layers of additional material layer 24 , where present. As suggested above, the magnetic attraction of the magnets 18 must be strong enough to secure these various layers to form the closed position of the hood 12 , while also allowing the magnets 18 to slide through the channels 16 when manipulated by the user.
- the magnets 18 can be adjusted while maintaining the connection. This ability of the magnets 18 to be adjusted allows for customizable fit (i.e. tight fit or looser fit), in contrast to the single closure position that is obtained if the magnets were fixedly positioned. In a tighter fit position, the user might adjust the hood 12 downward such that the hood 12 is more positioned around only the neck area rather than on the top of the head.
- the bottom of the hood 12 might be pinched and pulled down with one hand of the wearer in order to pull the channels 16 to a stretched position. Then, the other hand of the wearer can be used to adjust the magnets 18 down or up within the pocket channels 16 to secure the magnets 18 in the new desired position.
- the diameter of the hood 12 decreases when the magnets 18 are slid up, which tightens the hood 12 .
- the diameter of the hood 12 increases when the magnets 18 are slid down, which loosens the hood 12 .
- the respective sizing of the channels 16 and magnets 18 as well as the material of the channels 16 and the strength of the magnets 18 , all generally assist with the functionality of being able to move the magnets 18 while the magnets 18 are in the closed position.
- the magnets 18 can be pulled apart by pulling on the magnets 18 themselves, or by pulling the fabric of the hood 12 apart.
- the first magnet 18 and the second magnet 18 are not overlapped in a belt-type manner. As shown in FIG. 2 , when in the closed position, and when looking in the direction of the user, the first magnet 18 and the second magnet 18 are not overlapped. In contrast, in a belt-type overlap, the first item would be overlapped with the second item when looking in the direction of the user. As suggested above, in one or more embodiments, this positioning of the first magnet 18 and the second magnet 18 is based on the respective magnetic pole forces facing inward (i.e. opposite poles facing inward) of hood 12 in order to secure the magnets 18 at or under the chin of the user.
- the magnetic pole forces facing inward may be the same (e.g. north and north), such that the first magnet 18 would have to be overlapped with the second magnet 18 in a belt-type overlap in order to form a closing mechanism.
- magnets 18 may be capable of rotating within channels when in the open position such that magnets 18 do not have any specific inward facing magnetic pole.
- the closing of the first magnet 18 and the second magnet 18 may include the material of hood semi-portion 12 A and the material of hood semi-portion 12 B not being overlapped in a belt-type manner.
- the material of hood semi-portion 12 A and the material of hood semi-portion 12 B are not overlapped.
- This material of hood semi-portion 12 A and the material of hood semi-portion 12 B, at the location of magnet 18 may be referred to as being in a parallel position when looking in the direction of the user.
- the first material would be overlapped with the second material when looking in the direction of the user.
- the material of hood semi-portion 12 A and the material of hood semi-portion 12 B might be overlapped in a belt-type manner if the user desires to manipulate the material of hood semi-portion 12 A overlapped with the material of hood semi-portion 12 B. This might be done for fashion or comfort.
- the bottom of the pocket channels 16 may be spaced some distance from the bottom of the hood 12 .
- this spacing may be said to form a hole (not shown) in the hood 12 for a user to utilize for adjusting the magnets 18 .
- the hole would be below the connected magnets 18 .
- the user can then insert a finger into the hole for pushing up on the connected magnets 18 .
- the connected magnets then slide up through channels 16 until the user reaches the desired position.
- hood semi-portion 12 A and hood semi-portion 12 B may include respective securing mechanisms (not shown) in a position below the chin of the user.
- the respective securing mechanisms of hood semi-portion 12 A and hood semi-portion 12 B would be below the connected magnets 18 .
- the securing mechanisms might be utilized to further prevent the elements (e.g. cold wind, rain, and snow) from entering this portion of hood 12 .
- the securing mechanisms could be positioned in any suitable location on hood semi-portion 12 A and hood semi-portion 12 B, and an exemplary position is a position corresponding with about the halfway position of channels 16 .
- Exemplary securing mechanisms include hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g. Velcro® brand fasteners), clasp and hook fasteners, button and loop fasteners, knot and loop fasteners, a pair of small magnets, and strips of foil-like fabric.
- hook-and-loop fasteners e.g. Velcro® brand fasteners
- clasp and hook fasteners e.g. button and loop fasteners
- button and loop fasteners e.g. Velcro® brand fasteners
- knot and loop fasteners e.g. Velcro® brand fasteners
- a pair of small magnets e.g., a pair of small magnets, and strips of foil-like fabric.
- clothing assembly 10 may be devoid of a drawstring.
- clothing assembly 10 may be devoid of a fixed securement mechanism, which may also be referred to as a fixedly-positioned mechanism.
- fixed securement mechanisms include fixed magnets, snaps, and hook-and-loop fasteners.
- fixed securement mechanism is defined as a mechanism that is fixedly positioned with respect to the hood or article to which it is attached. A fixed securement mechanism does not slide through a channel. Nor does a fixed securement mechanism allow a user to secure the closure in an adjustable yet precise position.
- clothing assembly 10 is devoid of conductor wire.
- a clothing assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 110 .
- Clothing assembly 110 which may also be referred to as hood assembly 110 , includes hood 112 and a pair of magnet assemblies 114 , which may also be referred to as magnets 114 .
- the pair of magnet assemblies 114 are located at respective ends of a drawstring 116 , which may also be a pair of draw cords 116 each attached to the hood 112 , that is located through an opening 118 in hood 112 .
- Hood 112 is coupled with a sweatshirt 120 or a jacket 120 and may or may not be unitary therewith.
- the magnet of the magnet assemblies 114 may be contained within a housing such that the magnet portion itself is not seen externally.
- the pair of magnets 114 can be brought together by the wearer in order to close hood 112 . The wearer will then use his or her hands to bring the pair of magnets 114 in proximate position with each other and with layers of hood 112 fabric between the magnets 114 .
- FIGS. 8-9 show the magnets 114 in the magnetically secured position with the in-between fabric between the magnets 114 . This completes the airtight seal around the jaw and chin.
- the in-between fabric may include four layers of fabric, or other suitable number of layers of fabric of hood 112 .
- the connection of magnets 114 may be made anywhere under the chin to keep the air-tight quality. The wearer is free to make the magnetic connection wherever feels most comfortable.
- the magnets 114 can be pulled apart through the fabric by pulling the hood 112 apart at the bottom.
- the magnets 114 themselves may also be grasped and separated.
- the magnets 114 can be removed from drawstring 116 for washing and drying purposes if necessary. Exemplary removal techniques are further described herein below.
- the pair of magnets 114 can be brought together by the wearer behind the hood 112 in order to store the magnets 114 and drawstring 116 in a not-in-use position. This position keeps the drawstring 116 away from the face and also secures the drawstring 116 so it is not dangling. The wearer can separate this position by pulling on the magnets 114 or drawstring 116 .
- a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 114 A.
- Magnet assembly 114 A includes a magnet 124 , which may be a neodymium magnet, positioned within a cylindrical housing 126 , which may be made of plastic. Housing 126 is carried by a spring-activated toggle stopper portion 128 .
- Toggle stopper portion 128 includes a plunger 130 that may be squeezed by a user in order to attach or detach drawstring 116 .
- magnet assemblies 14 A are removable by pressing plunger 130 and pulling magnet assembly off of drawstring 116 .
- the method of using magnet assembly 114 A with hood 112 is similar to the above description with respect to magnet assembly 114 .
- a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 114 B.
- Magnet assembly 114 B includes a magnet 132 , which may be a neodymium magnet, carried by a cylindrical carrier 134 , which may be made of plastic.
- Cylindrical carrier 134 may include an eyelet 136 at the other end thereof to attach drawstring 116 by placing drawstring 116 through eyelet 136 and then forming a knotted end.
- the method of using magnet assembly 14 B with hood 112 is similar to the above description with respect to magnet assembly 114 .
- a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 114 C.
- Magnet assembly 114 C includes a magnet 138 , which may be a neodymium magnet, positioned within a cylindrical perimeter housing 140 , which may be made of plastic.
- Housing 140 includes a threaded end 142 that is adapted to fit within an internal threading 144 of a second housing portion 146 , which may also be referred to as a storage portion 146 .
- threading is shown in FIGS. 13-14 , other mechanisms may be useful, such as a snap fastener, hook and loop fastener, or clasp fastener.
- Magnet assemblies 114 C are removable from drawstring 116 .
- Second housing portion 146 is hollow, which may also be described as second housing portion 146 including a channel 148 therethrough, such that drawstring 116 can be placed through second housing portion 146 . A knotted end of drawstring 116 then secures magnet assemblies 114 C at the end of drawstring 116 . Second housing portion 146 may include a tapered perimeter 150 in order to receive the knotted end.
- the method of using magnet assembly 114 C with hood 112 is similar to the above description with respect to magnet assembly 114 .
- the properties of magnets 114 , 124 , 132 , 138 may correspond with the above disclosed properties of magnets 18 .
Abstract
A hood assembly includes a hood with a first hood semi-portion and a second hood semi-portion, the hood sized to be selectively worn over a head of a user. The hood assembly further includes a first adjustment assembly in the first hood semi-portion, the first adjustment assembly having a first channel encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being slidable through the first channel. The hood assembly further includes a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion, the second adjustment assembly having a second channel encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being slidable through the second channel. The first and second magnets can be selectively secured together to thereby bring together the first hood semi-portion with the second hood semi-portion.
Description
- This application claims the benefit of U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 62/958,354, filed Jan. 8, 2020, which is incorporated by reference herein.
- The present invention relates to a clothing assembly including a pair of magnet assemblies and a hood, for particular use with a hooded sweatshirt or a hooded jacket.
- Hooded sweatshirts and hooded jackets have used drawstrings or cords as the primary manner for adjusting the fit of the hood for many years. However, pulling a drawstring or cord of conventional hooded sweatshirts and hooded jackets to the tight, closed position often obstructs the peripheral vision of the user. The tight drawstring position impairs vision by pulling the hood in front of the eyes. This vision impairment may be particularly dangerous for people who are driving, working in hard-hat zones, crossing the street, and playing sports.
- The tight closed position may also not fully protect the user from cold temperatures or inclement weather. The tight, closed position of a conventional hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket usually makes a poor seal around the face, which thereby lets in wind, rain, and snow.
- It may also be desirable to have a hood without a drawstring or cord. Drawstrings or cords themselves may pose a hazard, particularly for young children. The drawstrings or cords can pose strangulation hazards, as the drawstrings or cords may become entangled in playground equipment or other items. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has “determined that hood and neck drawstrings on children's upper outerwear in sizes 2T to 12 or the equivalent present a strangulation hazard that is a substantial product hazard” (https://www.cpsc.gov/Business-Manufacturing/Business-Education/Business-Guidance/Drawstrings-in-Childrens-Upper-Outerwear). ASTM F1816-97 prohibits drawstrings for certain children's outerwear, limits the length of certain children's drawstrings, and prohibits toggles, knots, and other attachments at the free ends of certain children's drawstrings. Drawstrings can also promote a safety hazard to certain adult users, as they may become stuck in operating machines and equipment.
- Magnets have been used with clothing apparel as a closing mechanism. For example, U.S. Publication 2007/0266476 discloses a head covering with magnetic closure, U.S. Publication 2013/0247275 discloses a sport headscarf, U.S. Publication 2016/0015099 discloses an apparel with retractable extensions, U.S. Publication 2012/0291181 discloses a ready to wear headscarf, and U.S. Publication 2013/0180030 discloses a versatile head and neck apparel with magnetic clasp. However, these clothing items utilize the magnets sewn into a fixed, predetermined position, such that the magnetic closure has only one closed position. Said another way, these closing mechanisms therefore do not provide a manner for multiple positions of closure, and the closure cannot be precisely adjusted based on the discretion of the user. Also, these clothing items generally utilize a first clothing part that overlaps with a second clothing part, which generally requires extra fabric or material in order to be able to form the magnetic closure.
- U.S. Publication 2005/0102802 discloses a device to maintain in contact, to regulate, to adjust, or to close parts of clothing. In a sub-embodiment thereof (as shown in
FIG. 1b ), a device 8 includes twoparallel sheaths 9 and 10 to close or to adjust two open parts of clothing.Sheaths 9 and 10 each include amagnetic component 11 and 12. Though, each magnetic component is made up of two magnets of opposite polarities. And, the polarities of the two magnets are opposed in the direction of the sheath. The '802 publication also discloses a number of embodiments that utilize fixedly-positioned magnets. Further, the closures of the '802 publication generally utilize a first clothing part that overlaps with a second clothing part, such as shown inFIGS. 5c and 5d thereof. - U.S. Pat. No. 6,954,968 discloses a device for mutually adjusting or fixing parts of garments. In a sub-embodiment thereof (as shown in
FIG. 1b ), a device includes two parallel sheathes each having aferromagnetic element 11 and 12, of which at least one is comprised of a magnet. This sub-embodiment describes that the two elements are capable of working in conjunction with each other, allowing a double adjustment, which may be most suitable for a belt or clothing. The '968 patent also discloses a number of embodiments that utilize fixedly-positioned magnets. Further, the closures of the '968 patent generally utilize a first clothing part that overlaps with a second clothing part, such as shown inFIGS. 11a and 11d thereof. - U.S. Publication 2014/0215770 discloses a drawstring connector and methods of use.
- In a first embodiment, the present invention provides a hood assembly comprising a hood with a first hood semi-portion and a second hood semi-portion, the hood sized to be selectively worn over a head of a user; a first adjustment assembly in the first hood semi-portion, the first adjustment assembly comprising a first channel having a length of at least 2 inches and encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being slidable through the first channel and having a first magnetic polarity; and a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion, the second adjustment assembly comprising a second channel having a length of at least 2 inches and encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being slidable through the second channel and having a second magnetic polarity; wherein the second magnetic polarity is an opposing polarity of the first magnetic polarity, such that the first magnet can be selectively secured together with the second magnet to thereby bring together a portion of the first hood semi-portion with a portion of the second hood semi-portion.
- In another embodiment, the present invention provides a hood assembly comprising a hood with a first adjustment assembly and a second adjustment assembly, the first adjustment assembly and the second adjustment assembly being adapted to move the hood between a looser position and a tighter position; the first adjustment assembly comprising a first channel encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being spherically shaped and being slidable through the first channel; and a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion the second adjustment assembly comprising a second channel encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being spherically shaped and being slidable through the second channel; wherein the first magnet and the second magnet provide opposing magnetic polarities, such that the first magnet and the second magnet can be selectively secured together to thereby move the hood between the looser position and the tighter position, wherein the first magnet and the second magnet together provide a securing force such that when the first magnet and the second magnet are secured together, the first magnet and the second magnet cannot slide respectively through the first channel and the second channel without user involvement.
- Advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings wherein:
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FIG. 1 is a side view of a clothing assembly having a pair of magnets and a hood, shown with the pair of magnets positioned in respective channels inside the hood, according to one or more embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 1 , shown with the pair of magnets closed together. -
FIG. 3 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 1 , shown with the pair of magnets separated. -
FIG. 4 is a side view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 1 , shown with certain dimensions thereof. -
FIG. 5 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 1 , showing a schematic of the movement from the open position to the closed position. -
FIG. 6 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 1 , showing a schematic of the movement from the closed position to the open position. -
FIG. 7 is a front view of a clothing assembly having a pair of magnets and a hood, shown with the pair of magnets at each end of a drawstring, according to one or more embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 8 is a front view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 7 , shown with the pair of magnets being closed together. -
FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 7 , shown with the pair of magnets closed together to secure the hood in place. -
FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the clothing assembly shown inFIG. 7 , shown with the pair of magnets closed together behind the hood to secure the magnets in a not-in-use position. -
FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 12 is a perspective view of an alternative magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a further alternative magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention. -
FIG. 14 is a perspective view of the further alternative magnet assembly shown inFIG. 13 , shown with a magnet portion separated from a storage portion. - One or more embodiments of the present invention provide a clothing assembly including a pair of adjustment assemblies and a hood. Each of the adjustment assemblies includes a respective magnet for interaction and joining with the other in order to secure the hood in a desired position. The clothing assembly may be particularly useful for closing the hood around a wearer's face in a proper fit. In one or more embodiments, the pair of magnets are positioned in respective channels inside the hood. In these embodiments, the magnets are slidable through the respective channels, such that the closure of the two magnets can stay in various positions within the channels. This provides the user with the ability to fit the closed hood to a tightly closed position or a more loosely closed position, as desired. In one or more embodiments, the pair of magnets are located at the ends of a drawstring or cords of the hood. The proper fit of the closed hood provides a sufficient air-tight seal to block out the elements (e.g. cold wind, rain, and snow) while maintaining good visibility for the wearer. The hood may be part of a hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket.
- With reference to
FIGS. 1-6 , a clothing assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 10.Clothing assembly 10, which may also be referred to ashood assembly 10, includes ahood 12 sized to be selectively worn over the head of a user, and a pair ofadjustment assemblies 14.Hood 12 is coupled with asweatshirt 15 or ajacket 15 and may or may not be unitary therewith. - Each
adjustment assembly 14, which may also be referred to as amagnet assembly 14 orretention assembly 14, includes achannel 16 that encases amagnet 18 therein. In one or more embodiments,channels 16, which may also be described aspockets 16 orpocket channels 16, may be provided between layers ofhood 12. That is,channels 16 may be between aninner material layer 20 and anouter material layer 22 ofhood 12. As such, in these embodiments, thechannels 16 are not visible externally ofhood 12. In other embodiments,channels 16 may be secured on the inner surface ofinner material layer 20. - In one or more embodiments, as best seen in
FIG. 1 ,channels 16 may be not connected or coupled with each other. That is, in these embodiments, the top of afirst channel 16 may be not coupled with the top of asecond channel 16. - In other embodiments,
channels 16 may be connected or coupled with each other. That is, in these embodiments, the top of afirst channel 16 may be coupled with the top of asecond channel 16. This may be by way of thefirst channel 16 and thesecond channel 16 being part of a unitary bigger channel (not shown). - In one or more embodiments,
channels 16 may be formed congruently with thehood 12. That is, the material of thehood 12 may be utilized to form thechannels 16. This congruent formation ofchannels 16 may be provided by sewing the border ofchannels 16 into the material of an existinghood 12, or during manufacture thereof. In one or more embodiments, this congruent formation ofchannels 16 may be within an elongate internal passageway (not shown) along the border of thehood 12 as would otherwise carry a drawstring (not shown) in the configuration of a conventional hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket. This might include first removing the drawstring from the conventional hooded sweatshirt or hooded jacket before formingchannels 16 within the passageway. In other embodiments,hood 12 may only includechannels 16 and may be devoid of an elongate internal passageway along the entire border thereof. -
Channels 16 may also include anadditional material layer 24 positioned betweeninner material layer 20 andmagnet 18, and an additional material layer 26 positioned betweenouter material layer 22 andmagnet 18. The additional material layers 24, 26 may be provided for improving the slidability of themagnets 18 through thechannels 16, and also to protectinner material layer 20 andouter material layer 22 ofhood 12. The additional material layers 24, 26 may be referred to as themselves being a channel withinchannel 16. - Where present, additional material layers 24, 26 may be made from any suitable material that allows
magnets 18 to slide therethrough. Additional material layers 24, 26 should provide a slidable surface such thatmagnets 18 can slide throughchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, the additional material layers 24, 26 may be made from the synthetic polymers generally designated as nylon, which are based on aliphatic or semi-aromatic polyamides. In one or more embodiments, the additional material layers 24, 26 may be made from spandex. - In one or more embodiments, the additional material layers 24, 26 may be made from stretchable material, such as stretchable nylon or spandex. This may be characterized as the additional material layers 24, 26 stretching to at least 110%, in other embodiments, at least 120%, in other embodiments, at least 130%, and in other embodiments, at least 150%, of their original length. These stretching percentages may also apply to the material of
channel 16 and ofhood 12, whether the same or different than the material of additional material layers 24, 26. - In one or more embodiments, two or more layers of
additional material layer 24 may be positioned betweeninner material layer 20 andmagnet 18. In these or other embodiments, two layers of additional material layer 26 may be positioned betweenouter material layer 22 andmagnet 18. - In one or more embodiments, the
channels 16 may be an incongruent component that is initially separate from thehood 12. That is, in these embodiments, thechannel 16 may be made separately fromhood 12 and be subsequently secured therein. This attachment of thechannel 16 component with thehood 12 may be by sewing or by other suitable attachment, such as an adhesive glue. In these embodiments,channels 16 may be made from a similar or different material than thehood 12, thoughchannels 16 should be made from a suitable material that allowsmagnets 18 to slide therethrough. These embodiments may also include the additional material layers 24, 26 as discussed above.Channels 16 may be made from a similar material as additional material layers 24, 26 as described above. - The
pocket channels 16 may be in any suitable position ofhood 12 as to properly close a portion of thehood 12 by joiningmagnets 18, as shown inFIG. 2 . In one or more embodiments, the bottom of thepocket channels 16 may correspond with the bottom of thehood 12 or approximate thereto. In other embodiments, the bottom of thepocket channels 16 may be spaced at least 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, at least 0.5 inches, and in other embodiments, at least 1 inch from the bottom of thehood 12. In one or more embodiments, the bottom of thepocket channels 16 may be spaced from 0.25 inches to 1.5 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches, and in other embodiments, from 0.75 inches to 1 inch, from the bottom of thehood 12. In one or more embodiments, thepocket channels 16 extend up to about the cheek of the face of the user. - In one or more embodiments, the length L (
FIG. 4 ) of the pocket channels 16 (i.e. top to bottom) may be from 1 inch to 8 inches, in other embodiments, from 2 inches to 7 inches, in other embodiments, from 3 inches to 6 inches, in other embodiments, from 3 inches to 5 inches, and in other embodiments, from 4 inches to 5 inches. In one or more embodiments, the length L of thepocket channels 16 may be about 3 inches, in other embodiments, about 5 inches, in other embodiments, about 6 inches, and in other embodiments, about 7 inches. In one or more embodiments, the length L of thepocket channels 16 may be at least 2 inches, in other embodiments, at least 3 inches, in other embodiments, at least 4 inches, and in other embodiments, at least 5 inches. - The length L of the
pocket channels 16 may also be described aschannels 16 occupying a certain percentage with respect to the entire inner perimeter of thehood 12. In one or more embodiments, thepocket channels 16 together may occupy from 25% to 70%, in other embodiments, from 30% to 60%, and in other embodiments, from 40% to 50%, of the entire inner perimeter of the hood. In one or more embodiments, thepocket channels 16 together may occupy from 60% to 100%, in other embodiments, from 80% to 98%, and in other embodiments, from 85% to 95%, of the entire inner perimeter of the hood. In one or more embodiments, thepocket channels 16 together may occupy at least 20% in other embodiments, at least 30%, in other embodiments, at least 50%, and in other embodiments, at least 70%, of the entire inner perimeter of the hood. - The width W of the
pocket channels 16 should be such that themagnets 18 can slide through channels, but do not easily slide through thechannels 16 without user involvement. In one or more embodiments, the width W (FIG. 4 ) of the pocket channels 16 (i.e. side to side) may be from 0.25 inches to 1.5 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1 inch, and in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 0.75 inches. In one or more embodiments, the width W of thepocket channels 16 may be about 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.5 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.75 inches, and in other embodiments, about 1 inch. In one or more embodiments, the width W of thepocket channels 16 approximates the diameter D of themagnets 18. - Similarly, the thickness of the
pocket channels 16 should also be such that themagnets 18 can slide through channels, but do not easily slide through thechannels 16 without user involvement. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of thepocket channels 16 may be from 0.1 inches to 1 inch, in other embodiments, from 0.2 inches to 0.75 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.2 inches to 0.5 inches, and in other embodiments, from 0.25 inches to 0.5 inches. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of thepocket channels 16 may be about 0.1 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.2 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.25 inches, and in other embodiments, about 0.4 inches. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of thepocket channels 16 approximates the thickness of themagnets 18. - In one or more embodiments, a separating length S may be present between an
inner boundary 28 of thepocket channels 16 and aninner boundary 30 of thehood 12. In other embodiments, theinner boundary 28 of thepocket channels 16 and theinner boundary 30 of thehood 12 are formed at the same position, such that there is no separating length S present. Where present, in one or more embodiments, separating length S may be less than 0.4 inches, in other embodiments, less than 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, less than 0.2 inches, and in other embodiments, less than 0.1 inches. - In one or more embodiments, the
pocket channels 16 may include a closing and opening mechanism (not shown) at the top end thereof for removal of themagnets 18, such as for washing thesweatshirt 15 orjacket 15. Though,magnets 18 may be machine washable. Exemplary articles for the closing and opening mechanism include a zipper, snap, and hook and loop fastener. In other embodiments, closing and opening mechanism is not present and thepocket channels 16 are fully enclosed such that themagnets 18 are not removable. - As suggested above, the
magnets 18 are able to travel the entire length of thepocket channels 16. Themagnets 18 can slide to countless positions within thechannels 16 based on the desire of the user for a tighter closure or a looser closure ofhood 12. As suggested above, this closure ofhood 12 may also be referred to as closing a portion of thehood 12. Corresponding with the position of thechannels 16, in one or more embodiments, themagnets 18 can travel from the bottom of thehood 12 to about the cheek of the face of the user. - To close the
hood 12 ofclothing assembly 10, which may also be referred to as reducing the inner perimeter ofhood 12, themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12A and themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12B are joined together, as shown inFIG. 2 . In some embodiments of the closed position, themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12A has a first magnetic polarity (e.g. north) facing inward ofhood 12, and themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12B has the opposing magnetic polarity (e.g. south) facing inward ofhood 12 such that these inward-facing opposing magnetic polarities can attract to secure themagnets 18 together. In order to achieve the closed position ofhood 12, these opposing, and therefore attracting, magnetic polarities ofmagnets 18 are brought together by the user to secure themagnets 18 together. As discussed further elsewhere herein, this closed position ofhood 12 may include themagnets 18 being generally parallel with each other in the direction of the user. In other embodiments, the closed position ofhood 12 may include themagnets 18 being overlapped with each other in the direction of the user. -
Magnets 18 can be any suitable shape, such as spherical, cylindrical, ellipsoid, oval, or dome/semi-sphere. Shapes having a rounded portion may be particularly useful for correlation with the fingers of a user for adjusting themagnets 18 through thechannels 16, as shown inFIGS. 5-6 . - In one or more embodiments, as shown in
FIGS. 3, 5, and 6 ,magnets 18 are spherical. Wheremagnets 18 are spherical,magnets 18 can be slid up and down therespective channels 16 based on manipulation by the user. As mentioned elsewhere herein,magnets 18 should be strong enough as to not slide while connected unless the user moves themagnets 18. Based on the magnetic polarities,magnets 18 of a spherical shape will tend to move in a sliding motion, rather than in a rolling motion.Magnets 18 of a spherical shape may be a unitary magnet or may include a certain feature, such as a plastic half, such that they are non-unitary. - In one or more embodiments, as shown in
FIG. 2 ,magnets 18 are in the shape of a dome/semi-sphere. In these embodiments,magnets 18 include a flatmagnetic face 32. The flatmagnetic face 32 of onemagnet 18 generally faces the other flatmagnetic face 32 of theother magnet 18.Magnets 18 further include a dome/semi-sphereshaped extension 34. In one or more embodiments, the dome/semi-sphereshaped extension 34 may be a magnetic portion such that the dome/semi-sphereshaped extension 34 and the flatmagnetic face 32 are a unitary magnet. In one or more embodiments, the dome/semi-sphereshaped extension 34 may be a non-magnetic portion, such as being made from plastic, such that the dome/semi-sphereshaped extension 34 and the flatmagnetic face 32 are non-unitary. - The
magnets 18 may be made of any suitable magnetic material, whether soft magnetic material or hard magnetic material. An exemplary magnetic material are rare-earth magnets, which are strong permanent magnets made from alloys of rare-earth elements. An exemplary rare-earth magnet is a neodymium magnet, which may also be referred to as a NdFeB magnet, and which is a permanent magnet made from an alloy of neodymium, iron, and boron to form the Nd2Fe14B tetragonal crystalline structure. Neodymium is a metal which is ferromagnetic, meaning it can be magnetized to become a magnet, and is particularly useful when compounded with transition metals. Exemplary neodymium magnets are N35, N42, and N52 neodymium magnets. - In one or more embodiments, the width D (
FIG. 4 ), which may be a diameter D, of themagnets 18 may be from 0.25 inches to 1.5 inches, in other embodiments, from 0.25 inches to 1 inch, in other embodiments, from 0.5 inches to 1 inch, and in other embodiments, from 0.25 inches to 0.75 inches. In one or more embodiments, the width D, which may be a diameter D, of themagnets 18 may be about 0.25 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.5 inches, in other embodiments, about 0.75 inches, and in other embodiments, about 1 inch. - The width/diameter D of the
magnets 18 may also be described relative to the width W ofchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, there may be a total of 1/16 inches, in other embodiments about ⅛ inches, betweenmagnets 18 and the inner portion ofchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, the width/diameter D of themagnets 18 may be at least 75%, in other embodiments, at least 85%, in other embodiments, at least 90/o, and in other embodiments, at least 95%, of the width W ofchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, the width/diameter D of themagnets 18 may be about 85%, in other embodiments, about 90%, and in other embodiments, about 95%, of the width W ofchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, the width/diameter D of themagnets 18 may be from about 65 to about 95%, in other embodiments, from about 75 to about 85%, and in other embodiments, from about 85 to about 95%, of the width W ofchannels 16. - In one or more embodiments, the thickness of the
magnets 18 may be from 3/16 inches to 1 inch, in other embodiments, from 3/16 inches to ½ inches, and in other embodiments, from 3/16 inches to ¼ inches. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of themagnets 18 may be about 3/16 inches, in other embodiments, about ¼ inches, and in other embodiments, about ½ inches. - The thickness of the
magnets 18 may also be described relative to the thickness ofchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of themagnets 18 may be at least 85%, in other embodiments, at least 90%, in other embodiments, at least 95%, and in other embodiments, at least 98%, of the thickness ofchannels 16. In one or more embodiments, the thickness of themagnets 18 may be about 85%, in other embodiments, about 90%, in other embodiments, about 95%, and in other embodiments, about 98%, of the thickness ofchannels 16. - The strength of
magnets 18 should be strong enough to secure and maintain themagnets 18 together to form the closed position of thehood 12. Though, the strength ofmagnets 18 should not be so strong that the user is unable to move themagnets 18 throughchannels 16 while magnets are secured together. In one or more embodiments, the pair ofmagnets 18 together may provide a securing force, which may also be referred to as power or pull strength or theoretical strength, of from 10 lbs. to 30 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, from 12 lbs. to 25 lbs. of pull force, and in other embodiments, from 13 lbs. to 20 lbs. of pull force. In one or more embodiments, the pair ofmagnets 18 together may provide a securing force of about 10 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, about 13 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, about 16 lbs. of pull force, and in other embodiments, about 20 lbs. of pull force. In one or more embodiments, the pair ofmagnets 18 together may provide a securing force of at least 10 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, at least 13 lbs. of pull force, in other embodiments, at least 16 lbs. of pull force, and in other embodiments, at least 20 lbs. of pull force. -
Magnets 18 may include a coating to improve corrosion resistance. An exemplary corrosion resistance coating is nickel plating, which may be a triple nickel plating.Magnets 18 may include a coating to improve waterproofing such thatclothing assembly 10 can be machine washable. The coating to improve waterproofing may be provided on the corrosion resistance coating. An exemplary coating to improve waterproofing is an epoxy coating. - As suggested above, for closing the
hood 12 ofclothing assembly 10, themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12A and themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12B are joined together, as shown inFIG. 2 . Themagnets 18 will connect layers of thehood 12 fabric together creating the comfortable seal. The closed magnetic connection can be made bymagnets 18 anywhere along the length of thechannels 16, and themagnets 18 can slide up and down thechannels 16 with user input, such that a variety of closed positions, from right at the chin to below the chin, can be utilized. A closed position right at the chin will be best to keep the air-tight quality, but the user is free to make that connection wherever feels most comfortable. In the closed position, themagnets 18 have between them the two layers ofinner material layer 20, and the layers ofadditional material layer 24, where present. As suggested above, the magnetic attraction of themagnets 18 must be strong enough to secure these various layers to form the closed position of thehood 12, while also allowing themagnets 18 to slide through thechannels 16 when manipulated by the user. - When the magnetic connection of the
magnets 18 is made, themagnets 18 can be adjusted while maintaining the connection. This ability of themagnets 18 to be adjusted allows for customizable fit (i.e. tight fit or looser fit), in contrast to the single closure position that is obtained if the magnets were fixedly positioned. In a tighter fit position, the user might adjust thehood 12 downward such that thehood 12 is more positioned around only the neck area rather than on the top of the head. - As shown in
FIGS. 5 and 6 , to adjustconnected magnets 18, the bottom of thehood 12 might be pinched and pulled down with one hand of the wearer in order to pull thechannels 16 to a stretched position. Then, the other hand of the wearer can be used to adjust themagnets 18 down or up within thepocket channels 16 to secure themagnets 18 in the new desired position. The diameter of thehood 12 decreases when themagnets 18 are slid up, which tightens thehood 12. The diameter of thehood 12 increases when themagnets 18 are slid down, which loosens thehood 12. As suggested above, the respective sizing of thechannels 16 andmagnets 18, as well as the material of thechannels 16 and the strength of themagnets 18, all generally assist with the functionality of being able to move themagnets 18 while themagnets 18 are in the closed position. - Though it is not necessary to ever pull the
magnets 18 apart due to their ability to be manipulated between the closed position and open position, it may be desirable to separate themagnets 18 from the magnetic connection. That is, when thesecured magnets 18 are at the bottoms of thechannels 16, thehood 12 is at a loose enough fit. Though, if desired, to remove the closed magnetic connection ofmagnets 18, themagnets 18 can be pulled apart by pulling on themagnets 18 themselves, or by pulling the fabric of thehood 12 apart. - As further description of the closing mechanism of joining the
magnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12A with themagnet 18 ofhood semi-portion 12B, in one or more embodiments, thefirst magnet 18 and thesecond magnet 18 are not overlapped in a belt-type manner. As shown inFIG. 2 , when in the closed position, and when looking in the direction of the user, thefirst magnet 18 and thesecond magnet 18 are not overlapped. In contrast, in a belt-type overlap, the first item would be overlapped with the second item when looking in the direction of the user. As suggested above, in one or more embodiments, this positioning of thefirst magnet 18 and thesecond magnet 18 is based on the respective magnetic pole forces facing inward (i.e. opposite poles facing inward) ofhood 12 in order to secure themagnets 18 at or under the chin of the user. - In other embodiments, the magnetic pole forces facing inward may be the same (e.g. north and north), such that the
first magnet 18 would have to be overlapped with thesecond magnet 18 in a belt-type overlap in order to form a closing mechanism. In some embodiments, particularly where themagnets 18 may be spherically shaped,magnets 18 may be capable of rotating within channels when in the open position such thatmagnets 18 do not have any specific inward facing magnetic pole. - In one or more embodiments, the closing of the
first magnet 18 and thesecond magnet 18 may include the material ofhood semi-portion 12A and the material ofhood semi-portion 12B not being overlapped in a belt-type manner. Again as shown inFIG. 2 , when in the closed position, and when looking in the direction of the user, the material ofhood semi-portion 12A and the material ofhood semi-portion 12B are not overlapped. This material ofhood semi-portion 12A and the material ofhood semi-portion 12B, at the location ofmagnet 18, may be referred to as being in a parallel position when looking in the direction of the user. In contrast, in a belt-type overlap, the first material would be overlapped with the second material when looking in the direction of the user. - In other embodiments, the material of
hood semi-portion 12A and the material ofhood semi-portion 12B might be overlapped in a belt-type manner if the user desires to manipulate the material ofhood semi-portion 12A overlapped with the material ofhood semi-portion 12B. This might be done for fashion or comfort. - As suggested above, in one or more embodiments, the bottom of the
pocket channels 16 may be spaced some distance from the bottom of thehood 12. In these embodiments, this spacing may be said to form a hole (not shown) in thehood 12 for a user to utilize for adjusting themagnets 18. When themagnets 18 are secured together, but in the open, loose position, the hole would be below theconnected magnets 18. The user can then insert a finger into the hole for pushing up on theconnected magnets 18. The connected magnets then slide up throughchannels 16 until the user reaches the desired position. - In one or more embodiments,
hood semi-portion 12A andhood semi-portion 12B may include respective securing mechanisms (not shown) in a position below the chin of the user. In these embodiments, when themagnets 18 are secured together in the closed, tight position ofhood 12, the respective securing mechanisms ofhood semi-portion 12A andhood semi-portion 12B would be below theconnected magnets 18. The securing mechanisms might be utilized to further prevent the elements (e.g. cold wind, rain, and snow) from entering this portion ofhood 12. The securing mechanisms could be positioned in any suitable location onhood semi-portion 12A andhood semi-portion 12B, and an exemplary position is a position corresponding with about the halfway position ofchannels 16. Exemplary securing mechanisms include hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g. Velcro® brand fasteners), clasp and hook fasteners, button and loop fasteners, knot and loop fasteners, a pair of small magnets, and strips of foil-like fabric. - In one or more embodiments,
clothing assembly 10 may be devoid of a drawstring. In one or more embodiments,clothing assembly 10 may be devoid of a fixed securement mechanism, which may also be referred to as a fixedly-positioned mechanism. Examples of fixed securement mechanisms thatclothing assembly 10 may be devoid of include fixed magnets, snaps, and hook-and-loop fasteners. As used here, fixed securement mechanism is defined as a mechanism that is fixedly positioned with respect to the hood or article to which it is attached. A fixed securement mechanism does not slide through a channel. Nor does a fixed securement mechanism allow a user to secure the closure in an adjustable yet precise position. In one or more embodiments,clothing assembly 10 is devoid of conductor wire. - With reference to
FIGS. 7-14 , a clothing assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 110.Clothing assembly 110, which may also be referred to ashood assembly 110, includeshood 112 and a pair ofmagnet assemblies 114, which may also be referred to asmagnets 114. The pair ofmagnet assemblies 114 are located at respective ends of adrawstring 116, which may also be a pair ofdraw cords 116 each attached to thehood 112, that is located through anopening 118 inhood 112.Hood 112 is coupled with asweatshirt 120 or ajacket 120 and may or may not be unitary therewith. As will be further described, the magnet of themagnet assemblies 114 may be contained within a housing such that the magnet portion itself is not seen externally. - With reference to
FIGS. 8-9 , the pair ofmagnets 114 can be brought together by the wearer in order to closehood 112. The wearer will then use his or her hands to bring the pair ofmagnets 114 in proximate position with each other and with layers ofhood 112 fabric between themagnets 114.FIGS. 8-9 show themagnets 114 in the magnetically secured position with the in-between fabric between themagnets 114. This completes the airtight seal around the jaw and chin. The in-between fabric may include four layers of fabric, or other suitable number of layers of fabric ofhood 112. The connection ofmagnets 114 may be made anywhere under the chin to keep the air-tight quality. The wearer is free to make the magnetic connection wherever feels most comfortable. - The
magnets 114 can be pulled apart through the fabric by pulling thehood 112 apart at the bottom. Themagnets 114 themselves may also be grasped and separated. - In one or more embodiments, the
magnets 114 can be removed fromdrawstring 116 for washing and drying purposes if necessary. Exemplary removal techniques are further described herein below. - With reference to
FIG. 10 , the pair ofmagnets 114 can be brought together by the wearer behind thehood 112 in order to store themagnets 114 anddrawstring 116 in a not-in-use position. This position keeps thedrawstring 116 away from the face and also secures thedrawstring 116 so it is not dangling. The wearer can separate this position by pulling on themagnets 114 ordrawstring 116. - With reference to
FIG. 11 , a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 114A.Magnet assembly 114A includes amagnet 124, which may be a neodymium magnet, positioned within acylindrical housing 126, which may be made of plastic.Housing 126 is carried by a spring-activatedtoggle stopper portion 128.Toggle stopper portion 128 includes aplunger 130 that may be squeezed by a user in order to attach or detachdrawstring 116. As such, magnet assemblies 14A are removable by pressingplunger 130 and pulling magnet assembly off ofdrawstring 116. The method of usingmagnet assembly 114A withhood 112 is similar to the above description with respect tomagnet assembly 114. - With reference to
FIG. 12 , a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 114B.Magnet assembly 114B includes amagnet 132, which may be a neodymium magnet, carried by acylindrical carrier 134, which may be made of plastic.Cylindrical carrier 134 may include aneyelet 136 at the other end thereof to attachdrawstring 116 by placingdrawstring 116 througheyelet 136 and then forming a knotted end. The method of using magnet assembly 14B withhood 112 is similar to the above description with respect tomagnet assembly 114. - With reference to
FIGS. 13-14 , a magnet assembly according to one or more embodiments of the present invention is generally indicated by the numeral 114C.Magnet assembly 114C includes amagnet 138, which may be a neodymium magnet, positioned within acylindrical perimeter housing 140, which may be made of plastic.Housing 140 includes a threadedend 142 that is adapted to fit within aninternal threading 144 of asecond housing portion 146, which may also be referred to as astorage portion 146. Though threading is shown inFIGS. 13-14 , other mechanisms may be useful, such as a snap fastener, hook and loop fastener, or clasp fastener.Magnet assemblies 114C are removable fromdrawstring 116. -
Second housing portion 146 is hollow, which may also be described assecond housing portion 146 including achannel 148 therethrough, such thatdrawstring 116 can be placed throughsecond housing portion 146. A knotted end ofdrawstring 116 then securesmagnet assemblies 114C at the end ofdrawstring 116.Second housing portion 146 may include atapered perimeter 150 in order to receive the knotted end. - The method of using
magnet assembly 114C withhood 112 is similar to the above description with respect tomagnet assembly 114. - The properties of
magnets magnets 18. - In light of the foregoing, it should be appreciated that the present invention advances the art by providing an improved clothing assembly including a pair of magnet assemblies and a hood. While particular embodiments of the invention have been disclosed in detail herein, it should be appreciated that the invention is not limited thereto or thereby inasmuch as variations on the invention herein will be readily appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art. The scope of the invention shall be appreciated from the claims that follow.
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1. A hood assembly comprising
a hood with a first hood semi-portion and a second hood semi-portion, the hood sized to be selectively worn over a head of a user;
a first adjustment assembly in the first hood semi-portion,
the first adjustment assembly comprising
a first channel having a length of at least 2 inches and encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being slidable through the first channel and having a first magnetic polarity; and
a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion,
the second adjustment assembly comprising
a second channel having a length of at least 2 inches and encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being slidable through the second channel and having a second magnetic polarity;
wherein the second magnetic polarity is an opposing polarity of the first magnetic polarity, such that the first magnet can be selectively secured together with the second magnet to thereby bring together a portion of the first hood semi-portion with a portion of the second hood semi-portion.
2. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first channel and the second channel are formed between an inner material layer and an outer material layer of the hood, such that the first channel and the second channel are not visible externally of the hood.
3. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first channel and the second channel are incongruent with the hood and are secured on an inner surface of the hood.
4. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first channel and the second channel each include two additional material layers surrounding the respective one of the first magnet and the second magnet.
5. The hood assembly of claim 4 , wherein the two additional material layers are made from nylon or spandex.
6. The hood assembly of claim 4 , wherein the first channel and the second channel and the two additional material layers are stretchable to at least 120% of an original length.
7. The hood assembly of claim 1 , the hood having an inner perimeter, wherein the first channel and the second channel together occupy at least 20% of the inner perimeter of the hood, and wherein the first magnet and the second magnet are spherically shaped.
8. The hood assembly of claim 7 , wherein the first channel and the second channel together occupy at least 30% of the entire inner perimeter of the hood.
9. The hood assembly of claim 1 , the first channel and the second channel having respective channel bottoms, the hood having a bottom, wherein the respective channel bottoms are from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches from the bottom of the hood.
10. The hood assembly of claim 1 , the first channel and the second channel having respective channel bottoms, the hood having a bottom, wherein the respective channel bottoms correspond with the bottom of the hood.
11. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein a width and a thickness of the first channel and the second channel, and a diameter and a thickness of the first magnet and the second magnet, and a securing force between the first magnet and the second magnet when secured together, are such that the first magnet and the second magnet cannot slide respectively through the first channel and the second channel without user involvement.
12. The hood assembly of claim 11 , wherein the width of the first channel and the second channel is from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches, and wherein the lengths of the first channel and the second channel are from 2 inches to 7 inches.
13. The hood assembly of claim 12 , wherein the thickness of the first channel and the second channel is from 0.2 inches to 0.75 inches.
14. The hood assembly of claim 11 , wherein the diameter of the first magnet and the second magnet is at least 85% of the width of the first channel and the second channel, respectively.
15. The hood assembly of claim 11 , wherein the thickness of the first magnet and the second magnet is at least 85% of the thickness of the first channel and the second channel, respectively.
16. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first magnet and the second magnet together provide the securing force of from 10 lbs. to 30 lbs. of pull force.
17. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first magnet and the second magnet together provide the securing force of from 13 lbs. to 20 lbs. of pull force.
18. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the hood assembly is devoid of a drawstring.
19. The hood assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first magnetic polarity faces the second hood semi-portion, wherein the second magnetic polarity faces the first hood semi-portion, such that when the first magnet is selectively secured together with the second magnet the portion of the first hood semi-portion and the portion of the second hood semi-portion are not overlapped.
20. A hood assembly comprising
a hood with a first adjustment assembly and a second adjustment assembly, the first adjustment assembly and the second adjustment assembly being adapted to move the hood between a looser position and a tighter position;
the first adjustment assembly comprising
a first channel encasing a first magnet therein, the first magnet being spherically shaped and being slidable through the first channel; and
a second adjustment assembly in the second hood semi-portion,
the second adjustment assembly comprising
a second channel encasing a second magnet therein, the second magnet being spherically shaped and being slidable through the second channel;
wherein the first magnet and the second magnet provide opposing magnetic polarities, such that the first magnet and the second magnet can be selectively secured together to thereby move the hood between the looser position and the tighter position,
wherein the first magnet and the second magnet together provide a securing force such that when the first magnet and the second magnet are secured together, the first magnet and the second magnet cannot slide respectively through the first channel and the second channel without user involvement.
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