IPC분류정보
국가/구분 |
United States(US) Patent
등록
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국제특허분류(IPC7판) |
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출원번호 |
US-0895840
(2004-07-22)
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등록번호 |
US-7265358
(2007-09-04)
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우선권정보 |
FR-03 08998(2003-07-23) |
발명자
/ 주소 |
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출원인 / 주소 |
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대리인 / 주소 |
Oblon, Spivak, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt, P.C.
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인용정보 |
피인용 횟수 :
30 인용 특허 :
8 |
초록
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A device intended to reduce the risks of overexposure to harmful solar radiation. The device includes a detection arrangement, including at least one sensor sensitive to solar radiation, in particular UV. In addition, an arrangement is linked to the detection arrangement to generate a signal represe
A device intended to reduce the risks of overexposure to harmful solar radiation. The device includes a detection arrangement, including at least one sensor sensitive to solar radiation, in particular UV. In addition, an arrangement is linked to the detection arrangement to generate a signal representing the quantity of radiation received by the detection means. An attachment arrangement is provided to attach the device to the head of a subject, such that the sensor(s) is (are) oriented in a substantially perpendicular manner to the vertical plane of the subject when the latter is active in the sun. The device is preferably configured in the form of a cap, with the detection arrangement arranged on a first visor intended to be positioned over the back of the individual's neck. The cap also preferably includes a second visor located opposite the first.
대표청구항
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What is claimed as new and desired to be secured by Letters Patent of the United States is: 1. A device to reduce the risks of overexposure to harmful solar radiation comprising: i) detection means including at least one sensor sensitive to at least one type of solar radiation; ii) means to generat
What is claimed as new and desired to be secured by Letters Patent of the United States is: 1. A device to reduce the risks of overexposure to harmful solar radiation comprising: i) detection means including at least one sensor sensitive to at least one type of solar radiation; ii) means to generate a signal representing a quantity of radiation received by the detection means, wherein the means to generate a signal are linked to the detection means, and iii) means for attaching the device to the head of an individual so that the at least one sensor can be oriented in a manner substantially perpendicular to a vertical plane of the individual when the individual is standing, wherein the device is configured in the form of a cap, with the detection means being arranged on a first visor configured to be positioned over the back of the individual's neck, and wherein the cap further includes a second visor located opposite the first visor. 2. A device according to claim 1, wherein the signal is a visual signal. 3. A device according to claim 1, wherein the signal is an audible signal. 4. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal generates both a visual signal and an audible signal. 5. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal are separate from the detection means. 6. A device according to claim 5, wherein the detection means includes a photocell. 7. A device according to claim 6, wherein the photocell is a photovoltaic cell. 8. A device according to claim 1, wherein the detection means generates the signal representing the quantity of radiation received. 9. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal includes at least one area including a composition containing at least one photochromic compound. 10. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal includes at least one area including a composition containing at least one thermochromic compound. 11. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal includes liquid crystals. 12. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal includes at least one florescent compound. 13. A device according to claim 1, wherein the at least one sensor is sensitive to UV radiation. 14. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal generates a plurality of different signals depending upon a quantity of radiation received. 15. A device according to claim 14, wherein the plurality of different signals include a plurality of different colors. 16. A device according to claim 14, wherein the plurality of different signals includes a first color which is displayed after a first amount of radiation is received and a second color which is displayed after a second amount of radiation is received and wherein said second amount is greater than said first amount. 17. A device according to claim 16, wherein the plurality of different signals further includes a third color which is displayed after a third amount of radiation is received and wherein said third amount is greater than said second amount. 18. A device according to claim 17, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a plurality of display elements. 19. A device according to claim 18, wherein said plurality of display elements are arranged in a row, and wherein each of said display elements displays one of said first, second, and third colors. 20. A device according to claim 19, wherein at least one of said first, second, and third colors is displayed by more than one of said plurality of display elements. 21. A device according to claim 1, wherein the detection means includes a photovoltaic cell that converts solar radiation into electric current that heats a thermochromic system which changes color as a function of temperature change. 22. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a computer that determines when a quantity of radiation has been received by the individual based on a sun protection factor entered into the computer and a quantity of radiation received by the detection means, wherein when the computer determines a specified quantity of radiation has been received, the computer generates a signal detectable by the individual. 23. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal generates a change in color in an area of the at least one sensor, and the color change is reversible. 24. A device according to claim 1, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a plurality of zones, each zone includes compositions based on mixtures of different liquid crystals, and each zone is configured to react to different temperatures and to create a signal when a different quantity of infrared radiation is received by the detecting means. 25. A cap comprising: i) a portion configured to attach the cap to the head of a subject; ii) a first visor configured to be positioned substantially over the back of the subject's neck, wherein the first visor is equipped with detection means including at least one sensor sensitive to at least one type of solar radiation, and means to generate a signal representing a quantity of radiation received by the detection means, and wherein the means to generate a signal is linked to the detection means; and iii) a second visor located substantially opposite the first. 26. A cap according to claim 25, wherein the at least one sensor is sensitive to UV radiation. 27. A cap according to claim 25, wherein the signal is a visual signal. 28. A cap according to claim 25, wherein the signal is an audible signal. 29. A cap according to claim 25, wherein the means to generate a signal generates a plurality of different signals depending upon a quantity of radiation received. 30. A cap according to claim 29, wherein the plurality of different signals include a plurality of different colors. 31. A cap according to claim 29, wherein the plurality of different signals includes a first color which is displayed after a first amount of radiation is received and a second color which is displayed after a second amount of radiation is received and wherein said second amount is greater than said first amount. 32. A cap according to claim 31, wherein the plurality of different signals further includes a third color which is displayed after a third amount of radiation is received and wherein said third amount is greater than said second amount. 33. A cap according to claim 32, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a plurality of display elements. 34. A cap according to claim 33, wherein said plurality of display elements are arranged in a row, and wherein each of said plurality display elements displays one of said first, second, and third colors. 35. A cap according to claim 34, wherein at least one of said first, second, and third colors is displayed by more than one of said plurality of display elements. 36. A cap according to claim 25, wherein said first visor extends such that when the cap is placed on the subject's head the first visor extends perpendicular to a vertical plane when the subject is standing. 37. A device according to claim 25, wherein the at least one sensor includes a photovoltaic cell that converts solar radiation into electric current that heats a thermochromic system which, changes color as a function of temperature change. 38. A device according to claim 25, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a computer that determines when a quantity of radiation has been received by the individual based on a sun protection factor entered into the computer and a quantity of radiation received by the detection means, wherein when the computer determines a specified quantity of radiation has been received, the computer generates a signal detectable by the individual. 39. A device according to claim 25, wherein the means to generate a signal generates a change in color in an area of the at least one sensor, and the color change is reversible. 40. A device according to claim 25, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a plurality of zones, each zone includes compositions based on mixtures of different liquid crystals, and each zone is configured to react to different temperatures and to create a signal when a different quantity of infrared radiation is received by the detecting means. 41. A cap comprising: i) a portion configured to attach the cap to the head of a subject; ii) a first visor; iii) at least one sensor positioned on said first visor, wherein said at least one sensor is sensitive to at least one type of solar radiation; iv) an indicator linked to said at least one sensor, wherein said indicator provides a signal indicating an amount of radiation received by said at least one sensor. 42. A cap according to claim 41, wherein said cap further includes a second visor, and wherein said second visor is positioned at a front of said cap and said first visor is positioned at a rear of said cap such that said first visor extends over at least part of subject's neck when the cap is positioned on the subject's head. 43. A cap according to claim 42, wherein said first visor extends substantially perpendicular to a vertical plane when the cap is placed on the subject's head and the subject is standing. 44. A cap according to claim 41, wherein said first visor extends substantially perpendicular to a vertical plane when the cap is placed on the subject's head and the subject is standing. 45. A cap according to claim 41, wherein said indicator provides a plurality of different signals depending upon a quantity of radiation received. 46. A cap according to claim 45, wherein the plurality of different signals include a plurality of different colors. 47. A cap according to claim 45, wherein the plurality of different signals includes a first color which is displayed after a first amount of radiation is received and a second color which is displayed after a second amount of radiation is received and wherein said second amount is greater than said first amount. 48. A cap according to claim 47, wherein the plurality of different signals further includes a third color which is displayed after a third amount of radiation is received and wherein said third amount is greater than said second amount. 49. A cap according to claim 48, wherein the indicator includes a plurality of display elements. 50. A cap according to claim 49, wherein said plurality of display elements are arranged in a row, and wherein each of said plurality display elements displays one of said first, second, and third colors. 51. A cap according to claim 50, wherein at least one of said first, second, and third colors is displayed by more than one of said plurality of display elements. 52. A cap according to claim 51, wherein said indicator is disposed on said first visor. 53. A cap according to claim 41, wherein said indicator is disposed on said first visor. 54. A cap according to claim 53, wherein said signal is a visual signal. 55. A cap according to claim 53, wherein said signal is an audible signal. 56. A device according to claim 41, wherein the at least one sensor includes a photovoltaic cell that converts solar radiation into electric current that heats a thermochromic system which, changes color as a function of temperature change. 57. A device according to claim 41, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a computer that determines when a quantity of radiation has been received by the individual based on a sun protection factor entered into the computer and a quantity of radiation received by the detection means, wherein when the computer determines a specified quantity of radiation has been received, the computer generates a signal detectable by the individual. 58. A device according to claim 41, wherein the means to generate a signal generates a change in color in an area of the at least one sensor, and the color change is reversible. 59. A device according to claim 41, wherein the means to generate a signal includes a plurality of zones, each zone includes compositions based on mixtures of different liquid crystals, and each zone is configured to react to different temperatures and to create a signal when a different quantity of infrared radiation is received by the detecting means.
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