WO2011112952A1 - Chest protector including internal heat dispersion channels - Google Patents

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WO2011112952A1
WO2011112952A1 PCT/US2011/028127 US2011028127W WO2011112952A1 WO 2011112952 A1 WO2011112952 A1 WO 2011112952A1 US 2011028127 W US2011028127 W US 2011028127W WO 2011112952 A1 WO2011112952 A1 WO 2011112952A1
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chest protector
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David Perrault
Dmitry Rusakov
Matthew Arndt
Thomas Hoke
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Easton Sports, Inc.
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41WEARING APPAREL
    • A41DOUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
    • A41D13/00Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches
    • A41D13/05Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches protecting only a particular body part
    • A41D13/0518Chest
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41WEARING APPAREL
    • A41DOUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
    • A41D27/00Details of garments or of their making
    • A41D27/28Means for ventilation
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63BAPPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B71/00Games or sports accessories not covered in groups A63B1/00 - A63B69/00
    • A63B71/08Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions
    • A63B71/12Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the body or the legs, e.g. for the shoulders
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63BAPPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B71/00Games or sports accessories not covered in groups A63B1/00 - A63B69/00
    • A63B71/08Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions
    • A63B71/12Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the body or the legs, e.g. for the shoulders
    • A63B2071/1208Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the body or the legs, e.g. for the shoulders for the breast and the abdomen, e.g. breast plates

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  • Chest protectors such as those worn by baseball catchers, traditionally have external padding for absorbing impact from pitched balls, opposing players, and so forth.
  • the chest protectors are typically made from a relatively flexible material into which the padding is sewn.
  • the padding often is in the form of a series of blocks arranged in rows.
  • the padding is typically secured to a relatively flat, flexible base, which rests against the torso of the wearer.
  • the padding may extend over the shoulders of the wearer to offer additional protection. Straps are commonly included on the chest protector for securing it around the sides and back of the wearer.
  • a chest protector includes rows of padding protruding inwardly from a base section.
  • the pads are arranged to rest against the body of a wearer.
  • Ventilation channels are located between neighboring rows of padding to provide multiple paths for heat dispersion.
  • the rows of padding are able to flex relative to one another such that the chest protector may conform to the body of the wearer.
  • FIG. 1 is a front-perspective view of a chest protector, according to one embodiment.
  • Fig. 2 is a rear-perspective view of the chest protector shown in Fig. 1 .
  • Fig. 3 is a sectional view of Section A-A of Fig. 2.
  • a chest protector 10 includes a forward-facing base section 12.
  • the base section 12 preferably is made of a flexible material, such as nylon or another suitable material.
  • a plurality of inwardly protruding pads 16 are attached to the base section 12.
  • the pads 16 may optionally protrude forward from the base section 12, as well.
  • the pads 16 are preferably covered by a flexible material, such as nylon or another suitable material.
  • the pads may be made of a foam material, such as "memory foam,” or of any other material suitable for absorbing impact and protecting the wearer.
  • the rearward-facing pads 16 are preferably aligned in rows, which are spaced apart from one another by heat dispersion or ventilation channels 18. The relative spacing of the rows allows pads in neighboring rows to flex relative to one another.
  • the term "row” may refer to a linear series of pads 16, or to a curved or non-linear series of pads 16.
  • the pads 16 engage or rest against the front torso of the wearer. Accordingly, when the wearer moves or bends, the rows of pads 16 can flex to accommodate the wearer's movements.
  • the base section 12 optionally includes padded upper regions 24 configured to extend over a wearer's shoulders toward the back of the wearer.
  • the upper regions 24 are preferably sewn or otherwise fixedly attached to a rear or back section 26 that engages the rear torso of the wearer when the chest protector 10 is worn as intended.
  • the back section 26 optionally includes padding for providing additional comfort to the wearer.
  • the back section 26 preferably is attached, directly or indirectly, to one or more adjustable straps 28, or other suitable connectors, having attachment elements 30 at their free or distal ends.
  • the back section 26 is attached, directly or indirectly (e.g., via an adjustable strap 25), to a harness 27 that supports the one or more adjustable straps 28.
  • the harness 27, may include openings through which the one or more adjustable straps 28 pass, as shown in Fig. 1 .
  • the adjustable straps 28 are optionally made of an elastic material, such as nylon or spandex, such that they are stretchable under loading conditions and able to return to their original lengths when the load is removed.
  • One or more receiving elements 32 are preferably attached, directly or indirectly (e.g., via straps), to lower side regions of the chest protector, for receiving the attachment elements 30.
  • the attachment elements 30 may be attached to the lower side regions of the chest protector and the receiving elements 32 may be attached to the adjustable straps 28.
  • a wearer may don the chest protector 10 by pulling it over his or her head, such that the upper regions 24 rest on the wearer's shoulders and the back section 26 rests against the back of the wearer. The wearer may then insert the attachment elements 30 into the corresponding receiving elements 32. If necessary, the wearer (or another person) may tighten or loosen the adjustable straps 28 to provide a proper, secure fit. Any other suitable connecting mechanisms or fastening elements may of course be used to secure the chest protector 10 to the wearer.
  • the flexible rows of pads 16 conform well to the front and sides of a wearer's torso, while providing heat dispersion channels between the neighboring rows.
  • a relatively flat base pad rests against the wearer's body but does not conform particularly well to the wearer's torso and does not provide heat dispersion channels along the wearer's torso.
  • the chest protector 10 described herein better allows for heat dispersion from a wearer's body, which allows the wearer to remain cooler in warm playing conditions.
  • Additional padding may optionally be permanently or removably attached to the chest protector 10.
  • Shoulder pads or upper arm pads may be removably attached to upper regions of the base section 12 via hook and loop fastening material or via any other suitable connectors.
  • Including removable pads provides a catcher with the option to remove, for example, a pad that would otherwise protect the catcher's throwing shoulder, thus providing increased freedom of movement when throwing a ball.
  • a catcher could remove a pad that would otherwise protect the catcher's non-throwing shoulder, thus providing increased freedom of movement when reaching for a pitched, batted, or thrown ball.
  • Other additional pads may optionally be included to protect various regions of the wearer's body.
  • Chest protectors having inwardly protruding padding for engaging a wearer's body and providing heat dispersion channels may be used in many applications.
  • a protector could be used as a catcher's chest protector, an umpire's chest protectors, a lacrosse player's chest protector, a motocross rider's chest protector, and so forth.
  • additional padding may be added to the back or the sides of the protector to provide additional protection.
  • Any of the above-described embodiments may be used alone or in combination with one another.
  • the chest protector may include additional features not described herein. While several embodiments have been shown and described, various changes and substitutions may of course be made, without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. The invention, therefore, should not be limited, except by the following claims and their equivalents.

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Abstract

A chest protector includes rows of padding protruding inwardly from a base section. The pads are arranged to rest against the body of a wearer. Ventilation channels are located between neighboring rows of padding to provide multiple paths for heat dispersion. The rows of padding are able to flex relative to one another such that the chest protector may conform to the body of the wearer.

Description

CHEST PROTECTOR INCLUDING INTERNAL
HEAT DISPERSION CHANNELS
BACKGROUND
[0001] Chest protectors, such as those worn by baseball catchers, traditionally have external padding for absorbing impact from pitched balls, opposing players, and so forth. The chest protectors are typically made from a relatively flexible material into which the padding is sewn. The padding often is in the form of a series of blocks arranged in rows. The padding is typically secured to a relatively flat, flexible base, which rests against the torso of the wearer. The padding may extend over the shoulders of the wearer to offer additional protection. Straps are commonly included on the chest protector for securing it around the sides and back of the wearer.
[0002] While many existing chest protectors have been effective at protecting wearers from impact-related injuries, they typically are not well ventilated. As a result, when chest protectors are worn in very warm or humid conditions, such as during summer baseball games played in warm climates, wearers often are uncomfortable and can become overheated.
SUMMARY
[0003] A chest protector includes rows of padding protruding inwardly from a base section. The pads are arranged to rest against the body of a wearer. Ventilation channels are located between neighboring rows of padding to provide multiple paths for heat dispersion. The rows of padding are able to flex relative to one another such that the chest protector may conform to the body of the wearer. Other features and advantages will appear hereinafter. The features described above can be used separately or together, or in various combinations of one or more of them.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0004] In the drawings, wherein the same reference number indicates the same element throughout the views:
[0005] Fig. 1 is a front-perspective view of a chest protector, according to one embodiment.
[0006] Fig. 2 is a rear-perspective view of the chest protector shown in Fig. 1 . [0007] Fig. 3 is a sectional view of Section A-A of Fig. 2.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0008] Various embodiments of the invention will now be described. The following description provides specific details for a thorough understanding and enabling description of these embodiments. One skilled in the art will understand, however, that the invention may be practiced without many of these details. Additionally, some well-known structures or functions may not be shown or described in detail so as to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the relevant description of the various embodiments.
[0009] The terminology used in the description presented below is intended to be interpreted in its broadest reasonable manner, even though it is being used in conjunction with a detailed description of certain specific embodiments of the invention. Certain terms may even be emphasized below; however, any terminology intended to be interpreted in any restricted manner will be overtly and specifically defined as such in this detailed description section.
[0010] Where the context permits, singular or plural terms may also include the plural or singular term, respectively. Moreover, unless the word "or" is expressly limited to mean only a single item exclusive from the other items in a list of two or more items, then the use of "or" in such a list is to be interpreted as including (a) any single item in the list, (b) all of the items in the list, or (c) any combination of items in the list. [0011] Turning now in detail to the drawings, as shown in Figs. 1 and 2, in one embodiment, a chest protector 10 includes a forward-facing base section 12. The base section 12 preferably is made of a flexible material, such as nylon or another suitable material. A plurality of inwardly protruding pads 16 are attached to the base section 12. The pads 16 may optionally protrude forward from the base section 12, as well. The pads 16 are preferably covered by a flexible material, such as nylon or another suitable material. The pads may be made of a foam material, such as "memory foam," or of any other material suitable for absorbing impact and protecting the wearer.
[0012] The rearward-facing pads 16 are preferably aligned in rows, which are spaced apart from one another by heat dispersion or ventilation channels 18. The relative spacing of the rows allows pads in neighboring rows to flex relative to one another. As used herein, the term "row" may refer to a linear series of pads 16, or to a curved or non-linear series of pads 16. When worn as intended, the pads 16 engage or rest against the front torso of the wearer. Accordingly, when the wearer moves or bends, the rows of pads 16 can flex to accommodate the wearer's movements.
[0013] The base section 12 optionally includes padded upper regions 24 configured to extend over a wearer's shoulders toward the back of the wearer. The upper regions 24 are preferably sewn or otherwise fixedly attached to a rear or back section 26 that engages the rear torso of the wearer when the chest protector 10 is worn as intended. The back section 26 optionally includes padding for providing additional comfort to the wearer.
[0014] The back section 26 preferably is attached, directly or indirectly, to one or more adjustable straps 28, or other suitable connectors, having attachment elements 30 at their free or distal ends. In one embodiment, the back section 26 is attached, directly or indirectly (e.g., via an adjustable strap 25), to a harness 27 that supports the one or more adjustable straps 28. The harness 27, for example, may include openings through which the one or more adjustable straps 28 pass, as shown in Fig. 1 . The adjustable straps 28 are optionally made of an elastic material, such as nylon or spandex, such that they are stretchable under loading conditions and able to return to their original lengths when the load is removed. [0015] One or more receiving elements 32 are preferably attached, directly or indirectly (e.g., via straps), to lower side regions of the chest protector, for receiving the attachment elements 30. Alternatively, the attachment elements 30 may be attached to the lower side regions of the chest protector and the receiving elements 32 may be attached to the adjustable straps 28. A wearer may don the chest protector 10 by pulling it over his or her head, such that the upper regions 24 rest on the wearer's shoulders and the back section 26 rests against the back of the wearer. The wearer may then insert the attachment elements 30 into the corresponding receiving elements 32. If necessary, the wearer (or another person) may tighten or loosen the adjustable straps 28 to provide a proper, secure fit. Any other suitable connecting mechanisms or fastening elements may of course be used to secure the chest protector 10 to the wearer.
[0016] When the adjustable straps 28 are adequately tightened, the flexible rows of pads 16 conform well to the front and sides of a wearer's torso, while providing heat dispersion channels between the neighboring rows. In a conventional chest protector, conversely, a relatively flat base pad rests against the wearer's body but does not conform particularly well to the wearer's torso and does not provide heat dispersion channels along the wearer's torso. Thus, the chest protector 10 described herein better allows for heat dispersion from a wearer's body, which allows the wearer to remain cooler in warm playing conditions.
[0017] Additional padding may optionally be permanently or removably attached to the chest protector 10. Shoulder pads or upper arm pads, for example, may be removably attached to upper regions of the base section 12 via hook and loop fastening material or via any other suitable connectors. Including removable pads provides a catcher with the option to remove, for example, a pad that would otherwise protect the catcher's throwing shoulder, thus providing increased freedom of movement when throwing a ball. Alternatively, a catcher could remove a pad that would otherwise protect the catcher's non-throwing shoulder, thus providing increased freedom of movement when reaching for a pitched, batted, or thrown ball. Other additional pads may optionally be included to protect various regions of the wearer's body.
[0018] Chest protectors having inwardly protruding padding for engaging a wearer's body and providing heat dispersion channels, as described herein, may be used in many applications. For example, such a protector could be used as a catcher's chest protector, an umpire's chest protectors, a lacrosse player's chest protector, a motocross rider's chest protector, and so forth. For some applications, additional padding may be added to the back or the sides of the protector to provide additional protection. [0019] Any of the above-described embodiments may be used alone or in combination with one another. Furthermore, the chest protector may include additional features not described herein. While several embodiments have been shown and described, various changes and substitutions may of course be made, without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. The invention, therefore, should not be limited, except by the following claims and their equivalents.

Claims

What is claimed is:
1 . A chest protector, comprising:
a base section;
a plurality of rows of pads protruding inwardly from the base section, wherein the rows of pads are spaced apart from one another by a plurality of ventilation channels; and
means for securing the base section to a wearer such that the rows of inwardly protruding pads engage the front torso of the wearer.
2. The chest protector of claim 1 further comprising a rear section attached to an upper region of the base section, wherein the means for securing comprises:
at least one strap directly or indirectly attached to the rear section; an attachment element attached to the strap; and
a receiving element directly or indirectly attached to a side region of the base section.
3. The chest protector of claim 2 wherein the rear section is directly or indirectly attached to a harness that supports the at least one strap.
4. The chest protector of claim 3 wherein the harness includes at least one opening through which the at least one strap passes.
5. The chest protector of claim 2 wherein the at least one strap includes two ends each attached to an attachment element, and wherein a corresponding receiving element is directly or indirectly attached to each of two side regions of the base section.
6. The chest protector of claim 2 wherein the at least one strap is made of an elastic, stretchable material.
7. The chest protector of claim 1 further comprising at least one upper arm pad removably connected to the base section.
8. The chest protector of claim 1 wherein the base section includes padded upper regions configured to extend over a wearer's shoulders toward the back of the wearer.
9. A chest protector, comprising:
an outwardly facing base section;
a plurality of rows of pads protruding inwardly from the base section and arranged to engage the front torso of a wearer, wherein the rows of pads are spaced apart from one another by a plurality of heat dispersion channels;
a rear section attached to an upper region of the base section; at least one first fastening element attached directly or indirectly to a side portion of the base section;
at least one second fastening element, configured to engage the first fastening element, attached directly or indirectly to the rear section.
10. The chest protector of claim 9 further comprising at least one strap directly or indirectly attached to the rear section, wherein the second fastening element is attached to the strap.
1 1 . The chest protector of claim 10 further comprising a harness directly or indirectly attached to the rear section, wherein the at least one strap is supported by the harness.
12. The chest protector of claim 1 1 wherein the at least one strap includes two ends each attached to a second fastening element, and wherein a corresponding first fastening element is directly or indirectly attached to each of two side portions of the base section.
13. The chest protector of claim 10 wherein the at least one strap is made of an elastic, stretchable material.
14. The chest protector of claim 9 further comprising at least one upper arm pad removably connected to the base section.
15. The chest protector of claim 9 wherein the upper region of the base section includes padding and extends over a wearer's shoulders toward the back of the wearer.
16. A chest protector, comprising:
a base section including upper regions configured to rest on a wearer's shoulders;
a plurality of pads protruding inwardly from the base section and arranged to engage the front torso of the wearer, wherein the pads are spaced apart from one another by a plurality of ventilation channels;
a rear section connected to the upper regions of the base section and configured to engage the rear torso of the wearer;
at least one strap directly or indirectly attached to the rear section;
at least one fastening element attached to the at least one strap;
at least one receiving element attached directly or indirectly to the base section for receiving the at least one fastening element.
17. The chest protector of claim 16 further comprising a harness directly or indirectly attached to the rear section, wherein the at least one strap is supported by the harness.
18. The chest protector of claim 17 wherein the at least one strap includes two ends each attached to a fastening element, and wherein a corresponding receiving element is directly or indirectly attached to each of two side regions of the base section.
19. The chest protector of claim 16 wherein the at least one strap is made of an elastic, stretchable material.
20. The chest protector of claim 16 further comprising at least one upper arm pad removably connected to the base section.
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