Abrégé

A head restraint unit is configured to restrain the movement of a head of a user, and to be fixed to or to be integral with a vehicle seat. The head restraint unit includes a headrest member and two side portions extending therefrom. A restraining member is pivotally coupled to the two side portions to allow rotation between a maximal upward position and a maximal downward position. The head of the user is intended to be positioned within the confined space that is formed within the loop defined by the back portion, side portions and the head restraining member. In result to an extreme maneuver of the vehicle, the head of the user can maneuver in a non-safely manner that can damage his/her head or spine. The head restraining member is configured to restrain this extreme movement and to reduce of its risk.

Classes IPC  ?

• B60N 2/888 - Appuis-tête avec des agencements pour protéger contre des forces d’accélération anormales, p. ex. par déplacement de l’appui-tête
• B60N 2/882 - Appuis-tête séparables
• B60N 2/885 - Appuis-tête pourvus d’appuis latéraux
• B60R 21/00 - Dispositions ou équipements sur les véhicules pour protéger les occupants ou les piétons ou pour leur éviter des blessures en cas d'accidents ou d'autres incidents dus à la circulation
• B60R 21/01 - Circuits électriques pour déclencher le fonctionnement des dispositions de sécurité en cas d'accident, ou d'accident imminent, de véhicule
• B60R 22/00 - Ceintures ou harnais de sécurité dans les véhicules
• B60R 22/32 - Dispositifs de libération en cas d'urgence, p. ex. après un accident

Abrégé

The present disclosure provides a head restraint unit that is configured to restrain the movement of a head of a user. The head restraint unit is configured to be fixed to a seat, e.g. a seat of a vehicle, or being integral with a seat. The head restraint unit comprises a headrest member and two side portions extending therefrom. A restraining member is pivotally coupled to the two side portions to allow it to rotate between a maximal upward position and a maximal downward position. The head of the user is intended to be positioned within the confined space that is formed within the loop defined by the back portion, side portions and the head restraining member. The loop defines a loop directionality, namely a direction along the path defined by the back portion, side portions and the head restraining member. In result to an extreme maneuver of the vehicle, the head of the user can maneuver in a non-safely manner that can damage his/her head or spine. The head restraining member is configured to restrain this extreme movement and to reduce of its risk. In cases where the extreme maneuver is too great, the application of a great high restraining force may cause a severe damage to the spine of the user. Thus, the head restraint unit comprises a loop breaking mechanism that is configured to break the loop upon application of a force that exceeds a selected threshold to thereby allow the head of the user to move freely after being restrained for a short duration. This configuration causes that the head of the user is restrained to some degree and reduces the potential impact due to the extreme maneuver, and after this short duration of restraining (which can be several tenth of milliseconds) the restraining is seized due to the breakage of the loop and the head continuous to move freely without risking a spine injury in result of a high restraining force.

Classes IPC  ?

• B60N 2/888 - Appuis-tête avec des agencements pour protéger contre des forces d’accélération anormales, p. ex. par déplacement de l’appui-tête
• B60R 22/00 - Ceintures ou harnais de sécurité dans les véhicules
• B60N 2/882 - Appuis-tête séparables
• B60R 22/32 - Dispositifs de libération en cas d'urgence, p. ex. après un accident
• B60R 21/01 - Circuits électriques pour déclencher le fonctionnement des dispositions de sécurité en cas d'accident, ou d'accident imminent, de véhicule
• B60R 21/02 - Dispositions ou accessoires de sécurité pour les occupants
• B60R 21/00 - Dispositions ou équipements sur les véhicules pour protéger les occupants ou les piétons ou pour leur éviter des blessures en cas d'accidents ou d'autres incidents dus à la circulation

Abrégé

According to an aspect of the presently disclosed subject matter, there is provided a head support assembly attachable to a seat comprising a right frame member and a left frame member. The head support assembly comprising: a right support post and a left support post; a right coupler and a left coupler, articulatable respectively to the right frame member and to the left frame member, and configured for independently arresting the right support post and the left support post, respectively, in a manner facilitating tilting the support post at least partially about a pitch axis extending between the right coupler and the left coupler; and a head support unit articulable to a right top portion of the right support post and to a left top portion of the left support post. The head support assembly of the first aspect is configured to be attached to any seat having right and left frame members, and the head support unit thereof is configured to be mounted to a head of a user seated on the seat for providing support to the head and preventing the head from being tilted forwardly and/or downwardly. In some cases, the head support unit can have a support body which is configured with a front portion to which a head restraint is attachable. In such cases, the head restraint is configured for providing improved head and neck support to a user while seated in the seat.

Classes IPC  ?

• A61G 5/12 - Appuis qui leur sont spécialement adaptés, p. ex. pour la tête ou les pieds

Abrégé

According to an aspect of the presently disclosed subject matter, there is provided a head support assembly attachable to a seat comprising a right frame member and a left frame member. The head support assembly comprising: a right support post and a left support post; a right coupler and a left coupler, articulatable respectively to the right frame member and to the left frame member, and configured for independently arresting the right support post and the left support post, respectively, in a manner facilitating tilting the support post at least partially about a pitch axis extending between the right coupler and the left coupler; and a head support unit articulable to a right top portion of the right support post and to a left top portion of the left support post. The head support assembly of the first aspect is configured to be attached to any seat having right and left frame members, and the head support unit thereof is configured to be mounted to a head of a user seated on the seat for providing support to the head and preventing the head from being tilted forwardly and/or downwardly. In some cases, the head support unit can have a support body which is configured with a front portion to which a head restraint is attachable. In such cases, the head restraint is configured for providing improved head and neck support to a user while seated in the seat.

Classes IPC  ?

• A47C 7/38 - Appuis pour la tête ou le dos pour la tête, p. ex. amovibles
• A47C 7/36 - Appuis pour la tête ou le dos
• A61G 5/00 - Fauteuils ou moyens de transport personnels spécialement adaptés pour des personnes handicapées, p. ex. fauteuils roulants

Abrégé

A support unit for a modular head support assembly having a right support post and a left support post, said support unit comprising: a support body; a right attachment element and a left attachment element configured for articulation with said right support post and said left support post, respectively, said right attachment element and said left attachment element being disposed at opposite sides of the support body; and an adjustment mechanism configured for selectively adjusting the position of the right attachment element and the left attachment element with respect to each other, at least from an extended position towards a retracted position.

Classes IPC  ?

• A47C 7/38 - Appuis pour la tête ou le dos pour la tête, p. ex. amovibles
• A61G 5/12 - Appuis qui leur sont spécialement adaptés, p. ex. pour la tête ou les pieds
• A61G 5/08 - Fauteuils ou moyens de transport personnels spécialement adaptés pour des personnes handicapées, p. ex. fauteuils roulants pliables
• A61G 5/10 - Parties constitutives, détails ou accessoires

Produits et services

Head support assistive devices for persons with disabilities. Head support assistive devices for persons with disabilities adapted to vehicle and wheelchairs.

Produits et services

(1) Head support assistive devices for persons with disabilities. (2) Head support assistive devices for persons with disabilities adapted to vehicle and wheelchairs.

Produits et services

Head support assistive devices for persons with disabilities, namely, head supports for persons with disabilities that restraint and support the head in an upright position for medical use Head support assistive devices for persons with disabilities adapted to vehicle and wheelchairs, namely, head supports for persons with disabilities that restraint and support the head in an upright position adapted to vehicle and wheelchairs

Produits et services

Accessories, namely cushioned restraints and frames, for supporting a passenger's head during travel in a land, water or air vehicle.

Produits et services

Cushioned head restraints for supporting a passenger's head during travel in a land, water or air vehicle