公开(公告)号：US06539943B1

公开(公告)日：2003-04-01

申请号：US09658579

申请日：2000-09-08

申请人： Jon D. Kittelsen ,  Henry D. Cross ,  Paul C. Belvedere ,  Mark Herman

发明人： Jon D. Kittelsen ,  Henry D. Cross ,  Paul C. Belvedere ,  Mark Herman

IPC分类号： A61C514

CPC分类号： A63B71/085 ,  A63B2208/12

摘要： A performance enhancing and force absorbing dental appliance adapted to lie within the mouth of an athlete consists of an occlusal posterior pad made of quadruple composite material comprising four layers of distinct materials, further comprising a first layer of a durable, resilient material; a second layer of non-softenable, flexible material; a third layer of a hard, very durable material; and a fourth layer of a softenable material, engageable with the occlusal surfaces to space apart the upper and lower teeth, to absorb shock and clenching stress. An adjustable arch adapted to expand and contract to be molded to the palate is provided connecting the posterior pads together within the mouth and out of the way of the tongue to maintain the position of the occlusal posterior pads within the mouth during use and to prevent loss of the pads such as by swallowing. An expandable serpentine bridge may be embedded in the arch.

摘要翻译： 适于放置在运动员口腔内的性能增强和强力吸收牙科器具包括由包含四层不同材料的四层复合材料制成的咬合后垫，其还包括耐久的弹性材料的第一层; 第二层不可软化的柔性材料; 第三层硬，非常耐用的材料; 以及可软化材料的第四层，可与咬合面接合以将上下牙齿间隔开，以吸收冲击和紧固应力。 提供适于膨胀和收缩以模制到上颚的可调拱，其将所述后垫连接在所述口内并且在所述舌头之外，以在使用期间保持所述咬合后垫在所述口中的位置并防止损失 的垫，例如吞咽。 可扩展的蛇形桥可以嵌入拱中。

公开(公告)号：US06257239B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-10

申请号：US09658102

申请日：2000-09-08

申请人： Jon D. Kittelsen ,  Henry D. Cross ,  Paul C. Belvedere ,  Mark Herman

发明人： Jon D. Kittelsen ,  Henry D. Cross ,  Paul C. Belvedere ,  Mark Herman

IPC分类号： A61C514

CPC分类号： A63B71/085 ,  A61C19/063 ,  A61J7/0092 ,  A63B2208/12

摘要： A performance enhancing and force absorbing dental appliance adapted to lie within the mouth of an athlete having an occlusal posterior pad made of quadruple composite material comprising four layers of distinct materials, further having a first layer of a durable, resilient material; a second layer of non-softenable, flexible material; a third layer of a hard, very durable material; and a fourth layer of a softenable material, engageable with the occlusal surfaces to space apart the upper and lower teeth, to absorb shock and clenching stress. An adjustable arch adapted to expand and contract to be molded to the palate is provided connecting the posterior pads together within the mouth and out of the way of the tongue to maintain the position of the occlusal posterior pads within the mouth during use and to prevent loss of the pads such as by swallowing. An expandable serpentine bridge may be embedded in the arch.

摘要翻译： 一种性能增强和吸力牙科器具，适于位于运动员口腔内，具有由四层复合材料制成的咬合后垫，其包括四层不同的材料，还具有耐久的弹性材料的第一层; 第二层不可软化的柔性材料; 第三层硬，非常耐用的材料; 以及可软化材料的第四层，可与咬合面接合以将上下牙齿间隔开，以吸收冲击和紧固应力。 提供适于膨胀和收缩以模制到上颚的可调拱，其将所述后垫连接在所述口内并且在所述舌头之外，以在使用期间保持所述咬合后垫在所述口中的位置并防止损失 的垫，例如吞咽。 可扩展的蛇形桥可以嵌入拱中。

公开(公告)号：US06598365B2

公开(公告)日：2003-07-29

申请号：US09975817

申请日：2001-10-12

申请人： Carl J. Abraham ,  Henry D. Cross

发明人： Carl J. Abraham ,  Henry D. Cross

IPC分类号： E04F1522

CPC分类号： E04F15/225 ,  E04F19/026 ,  F16F1/128 ,  F16F7/00

摘要： An impact and energy absorbing product for floors, walls, panels, crash mats and other flat surfaces. More particularly, the invention teaches the usage of coiled springs in conjunction with polymeric materials or metals such as titanium or steel, to help absorb and dissipate forces of humans and other objects coming in contact with said flat surfaces. Depending upon the exact environment in which the same are to be used, the coiled springs may be constructed of polymers or metals such as titanium or steel—lightweight, yet durable materials to accomplish the purposes of the invention. In the preferred mode of attachment, an insert is fitted to each end of each spring, with a flared insert then placed into a molded female slot upon a flat surface to hold the spring in place. Thus, a floor or wall surface may comprise a series of female slots such that multiple springs can easily slide therein. The springs may be spread throughout the area to be protected, providing a completely controlled protected area to help effectively absorb and dissipate forces upon impact. As such, the assembly of the present invention may be utilized for items such as crash mats for many sports, wall mats in gymnasiums, or wall boards in indoor or outdoor rinks and arenas.

公开(公告)号：US06378140B1

公开(公告)日：2002-04-30

申请号：US09949237

申请日：2001-09-07

申请人： Carl J. Abraham ,  Henry D. Cross

发明人： Carl J. Abraham ,  Henry D. Cross

IPC分类号： A42B300

CPC分类号： A42B3/064

摘要： An impact and energy absorbing product for helmets and protective gear. More particularly, the invention teaches the usage of coiled springs in conjunction with polymeric materials or metals such as titanium, to absorb and dissipate forces of humans and other objects coming in contact with helmets and a variety of sporting equipment. Depending upon the exact environment in which the same are to be used, the coiled springs may be constructed of polymers or titanium—lightweight, yet durable materials to accomplish the purposes of the invention. In the preferred mode of attachment, an insert is fitted to each end of each spring, with a flared insert then placed into a molded female slot upon the equipment to hold the spring in place. Thus, a helmet, chest protector or the like may comprise a series of female slots such that multiple springs can easily slide therein.

摘要翻译： 头盔和防护装备的冲击和能量吸收产品。 更具体地，本发明教导了螺旋弹簧与诸如钛的聚合物材料或金属结合使用以吸收和消散与头盔和各种运动设备接触的人和其它物体的力。 根据使用相同的确切环境，螺旋弹簧可以由聚合物或钛轻质但耐用的材料构成以实现本发明的目的。 在优选的附接模式中，将插入件装配到每个弹簧的每个端部，然后将扩口插入件放置在设备上的模制凹槽中以将弹簧固定就位。 因此，头盔，胸部保护器等可以包括一系列凹槽，使得多个弹簧可以容易地在其中滑动。

公开(公告)号：US06282724B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-04

申请号：US09790248

申请日：2001-02-21

申请人： Carl J. Abraham ,  Henry D. Cross

发明人： Carl J. Abraham ,  Henry D. Cross

IPC分类号： A42B300

CPC分类号： A42B3/063 ,  A41D13/015 ,  A63B71/08

摘要： An apparatus for enhancing absorption and dissipation of impact forces for all helmets and protective equipment. More particularly, the invention is a series of detachable pre-formed pads that each include a rigid or semi-rigid insert for enhanced protection and effectiveness. In one mode of production, at least one rigid or semi-rigid layer is located within the pad, or covered by pliable pad material on all sides. In a second mode, at least one rigid member or semi-rigid appears on the exterior surface of the pad, with pliable materials located beneath. In still another mode, at least one rigid or semi-rigid member appears on the interior surface of the pad, providing great versatility to the manufacturer or user. As such, the device is specifically designed to improve the absorption and dissipation of primary forces directly into items such as a plurality of previously existing pads and chest protectors, as well as to the shell of helmets.

摘要翻译： 一种用于增强所有头盔和防护设备的冲击力的吸收和消散的装置。 更具体地说，本发明是一系列可拆卸的预成型垫，每个垫都包括刚性或半刚性的插入物，以增强保护和有效性。 在一种生产模式中，至少一个刚性或半刚性层位于垫内，或者在所有侧面上由柔韧的垫材料覆盖。 在第二模式中，至少一个刚性构件或半刚性出现在垫的外表面上，柔韧材料位于下方。 在另一种模式中，至少一个刚性或半刚性构件出现在垫的内表面上，为制造商或用户提供了很大的通用性。 因此，该装置被专门设计成将一次力的吸收和消散直接改善成诸如先前存在的多个垫和胸部保护器以及头盔壳的物品。