WO2020055860A1 - Bonnet pouvant être resserré - Google Patents

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WO2020055860A1
WO2020055860A1 PCT/US2019/050402 US2019050402W WO2020055860A1 WO 2020055860 A1 WO2020055860 A1 WO 2020055860A1 US 2019050402 W US2019050402 W US 2019050402W WO 2020055860 A1 WO2020055860 A1 WO 2020055860A1
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Devin Ann Clifton
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A42—HEADWEAR
    • A42B—HATS; HEAD COVERINGS
    • A42B1/00—Hats; Caps; Hoods
    • A42B1/22—Hats; Caps; Hoods adjustable in size ; Form-fitting or self adjusting head coverings; Devices for reducing hat size
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D8/00—Hair-holding devices; Accessories therefor
    • A45D8/40—Hair-nets; Hair-protecting caps

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  • the present invention relates generally to hair drying devices, and more particularly to an improved absorbent constricting hair cap.
  • the present invention is directed to a constricting hair cap.
  • One embodiment of the present invention can include an elongated, generally cone-shaped body having a crown section, a middle section and an open bottom end.
  • a resilient band can be positioned along the bottom end to permit securement to the head of a user.
  • a plurality of drawstrings can extend upward from the bottom end through an aperture located on the crown section of the main body. Each of the drawstrings can be positioned within a channel that is located inside the main body.
  • each of the drawstrings can be connected to a cord stop that is positioned adjacent to the aperture along the outside of the main body.
  • Each of the drawstrings are positioned evenly along the main body and function to constrict the main body upon receiving a pulling force.
  • the main body is constructed from an absorbent, malleable and breathable microfiber material that functions to absorb water from a user’s hair without trapping heat inside the device.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of one embodiment of a constricting hair cap that is useful for understanding the inventive concepts disclosed herein.
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the constricting hair cap in operation, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 3 is another perspective view of the constricting hair cap in operation, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 4 is a front view of the constricting hair cap in the constricted position, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.
  • breathable refers to the ability of a fabric to allow air to pass through it, and more specifically, a material having a Moisture Vapor transmission rate (MVTR) of greater than 1.
  • MVTR Moisture Vapor transmission rate
  • FIGS. 1-4 illustrate one embodiment of a vial with a constricting hair cap 10 that are useful for understanding the inventive concepts disclosed herein.
  • identical reference numerals are used for like elements of the invention or elements of like function. For the sake of clarity, only those reference numerals are shown in the individual figures which are necessary for the description of the respective figure.
  • the terms“upper,”“bottom,”“right,”“left,”“front,”“vertical,”“horizontal,” and derivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as oriented in FIG. 1.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates one embodiment of the cap 10 in the extended position.
  • the cap 10 can include an elongated main body 11, having a crown section 12, a continuous middle section 13, and a bottom edge 14 that defines an opening 15 for receiving the hair and head of a user.
  • the constricting hair cap 10 can include a generally cone-shaped member having a wide downward sloping brim that is constructed from a single layer of highly malleable, absorbent and breathable microfiber material.
  • the cap is not limited to such a shape or material, as any number of other shapes, materials and/or layers of materials are also contemplated.
  • a tensioning mechanism 16 can be disposed within or along the bottom edge 14 so as to allow the cap to expand and contract to the shape and size of a user’s head.
  • the tensioning mechanism can include, comprise or consist of an elastomeric band; however other embodiments using a non-elastic adjustable head band are also contemplated.
  • a plurality of channels 21 can be formed along the inside surface of the main body and can extend from the bottom end 14 to an aperture 22 located along the crown section 12.
  • Each of the channels can be positioned uniformly along the main body and can preferably be constructed from an identical material as the main body.
  • each of the channels 21 can include an elongated drawstring 23 having a first end that is connected to the tensioning mechanism 16, and a second end that extends out of the channel 21 and through the aperture 22.
  • an adjustable cord stop 24 can be positioned adjacent to the aperture 22 and can function to receive and engage each of the drawstrings.
  • FIGS 2 and 3 illustrate one embodiment of the cap 10 in operation wherein the inverted cap 10 is positioned beneath the hair 2 of the user 1 that is bent over. Next, the user will position their hair within the inside of the cap 15 and secure the elastomeric bottom edge 14 of the cap around their forehead.
  • the user can then grasp the cord stop 24 and/or the main body with one hand and pull the drawstrings 23 with the other hand as shown by arrow a.
  • This force causes the crown 12, middle section 13 and the user’s hair 2 to constrict in toward the bottom end of the cap 14 as shown by arrow b.
  • the cap Due to the uniform orientation of the channels, this movement results in the cap applying even pressure to the entirety of the user’s hair, without twisting, pulling or otherwise tangling the same. Additionally, due to the breathable nature of the main body material, the cap advantageously does not trap heat or moisture, thus preventing the frizzy outcome caused by the use of a conventional towel.
  • FIG. 4 illustrates one embodiment of the cap 10 in the constricted position.
  • the user can stop the pulling motion and allow the cord stop to maintain the pressure.
  • the elastomeric bottom 14 can also function to secure the cap onto the user’s head, thus resulting in hands free movement by the user.
  • the cap 10 can include a length (e.g., distance between bottom end 14 and aperture 22) of approximately 18 inches when not constricted (see FIG. 1). Such a length being suitable for allowing complete straight insertion of hair up to 18 inches in length, which is the average length of adult female hair in the United States. Of course, other dimensions are also contemplated.
  • the above described constricting hair cap provides an innovative means for drying any type of hair without the drawbacks of the prior known devices.
  • one or more elements of the cap 10 can be secured together utilizing any number of known attachment means such as, for example, glue, stitching, or liquid seams, among others.
  • attachment means such as, for example, glue, stitching, or liquid seams, among others.
  • one or more individually identified elements may be formed together as one or more continuous elements, either through manufacturing processes, or through the use of a singular piece of material manufactured with the aforementioned components forming identifiable sections thereof.

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L'invention concerne un bonnet pouvant être resserré comprenant un corps allongé généralement en forme de cône présentant une section de couronne, une section médiane et une extrémité inférieure ouverte. Une bande élastomère est positionnée le long de l'extrémité inférieure et une pluralité de cordons de traction s'étend vers le haut à partir de l'extrémité inférieure à travers une ouverture située sur la section de couronne. Chacun des cordons de traction est positionné à l'intérieur d'un canal qui est situé à l'intérieur du corps principal et est raccordé à une butée de cordon qui est positionnée adjacente à l'ouverture le long de l'extérieur du corps principal. Chacun des cordons de traction est positionné de manière uniforme le long du corps principal et fonctionne pour faire passer le corps principal d'une position étendue à une position resserrée et vice-versa lors de la réception d'une force de traction.
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US201862728926P 2018-09-10 2018-09-10
US62/728,926 2018-09-10
US16/503,861 2019-07-05
US16/503,861 US10945505B2 (en) 2018-07-06 2019-07-05 Constricting hair cap

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Citations (8)

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US3335502A (en) * 1963-06-17 1967-08-15 Sunbeam Corp Hair dryer cap
US3522813A (en) * 1968-12-16 1970-08-04 Julia J Corey Hair and head protecting bonnet
US4354496A (en) * 1981-03-17 1982-10-19 Esther Andersen Hood for prevention of scalp hair loss
US5511249A (en) * 1994-09-15 1996-04-30 Jerry Piotrowicz Cap with crown opening
US20020095712A1 (en) * 2001-01-24 2002-07-25 Fayle Thomas Walker Clarke Outdoor jacket
US20060179544A1 (en) * 2005-02-14 2006-08-17 Knievel Janet A Tube hat
US20160165992A1 (en) * 2014-12-12 2016-06-16 Nike, Inc. Cooling assembly
US20170027262A1 (en) * 2015-07-30 2017-02-02 Virtuosa Beauty LLC Breathable protective head covering

Patent Citations (8)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US3335502A (en) * 1963-06-17 1967-08-15 Sunbeam Corp Hair dryer cap
US3522813A (en) * 1968-12-16 1970-08-04 Julia J Corey Hair and head protecting bonnet
US4354496A (en) * 1981-03-17 1982-10-19 Esther Andersen Hood for prevention of scalp hair loss
US5511249A (en) * 1994-09-15 1996-04-30 Jerry Piotrowicz Cap with crown opening
US20020095712A1 (en) * 2001-01-24 2002-07-25 Fayle Thomas Walker Clarke Outdoor jacket
US20060179544A1 (en) * 2005-02-14 2006-08-17 Knievel Janet A Tube hat
US20160165992A1 (en) * 2014-12-12 2016-06-16 Nike, Inc. Cooling assembly
US20170027262A1 (en) * 2015-07-30 2017-02-02 Virtuosa Beauty LLC Breathable protective head covering

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