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Smart Collapsible Helmet: AI Safety Tech Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11857020_0003_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Smart Collapsible Helmet: AI Safety Tech Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857020_0003_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857020_0003_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,020.

Background and Problem Solved

Conventional protective helmets, such as the collapsible helmet disclosed in the original patent, provide impact protection but lack advanced features for real-time safety monitoring, personalized customization, and secure authentication. This invention addresses these limitations by synergistically combining the collapsible helmet with emerging technologies to create a more comprehensive and effective safety solution.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The invention's novelty lies in the synergistic combination of the collapsible helmet with distinct technologies, such as IoT, AI, blockchain, and advanced materials, to create a more powerful system for enhanced safety, customization, and convenience in cycling. The inventive step resides in the integration of these technologies to provide a comprehensive safety solution that addresses the limitations of conventional protective helmets.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include variations in the type and arrangement of IoT sensors, AI-driven design algorithms, blockchain-based platforms, and advanced materials used in the collapsible helmet. Additionally, the system may be adapted for use in other fields, such as construction or equestrian activities, or integrated with other safety devices, such as smart glasses or wearable sensors.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the cycling industry, with potential applications in professional and recreational cycling, as well as in other fields where protective helmets are used. The market for advanced safety solutions is growing, driven by increasing concerns for safety and convenience. The invention's unique combination of technologies and features positions it for success in this market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A42 A42B3/322
A A42 A42B3/066

Field of Art

Personal protective equipment, specifically bicycle and sports safety helmets, involving mechanical design, materials engineering, and impact protection systems

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or product designer with expertise in protective equipment, familiar with materials science, impact resistance principles, and ergonomic design techniques, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree with 3-5 years of experience in safety equipment development

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's collapsible helmet design provides a foundational framework for technological enhancement through integrated sensing, materials innovation, and smart system integration. The modular and adaptable nature of the original helmet design inherently suggests opportunities for technological augmentation using standard engineering approaches. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of existing helmet technology by applying well-known interdisciplinary techniques from IoT, materials science, and digital platforms.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Collapsible helmet with universal joint coupling between crown and base body
PTD Variation
IoT sensors integrated into the helmet's structural joints for impact detection
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that adding sensors to existing mechanical interfaces is a standard design approach for creating smart protective equipment, with predictable results in enhanced safety monitoring
Source Patent Element
Impact-resistant base body configured to encircle a wearer's head
PTD Variation
Hybrid graphene-Kevlar material composition for improved impact resistance
Obviousness Reasoning
Material substitution and composite design are routine practices in protective equipment engineering, with known techniques for improving mechanical properties through advanced material selection
Source Patent Element
Helmet designed for cycling and sports protection
PTD Variation
AI-driven generative design for personalized helmet customization
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying computational design techniques to ergonomic equipment is a standard engineering approach, representing an obvious extension of existing product development methodologies
Source Patent Element
Protective helmet with modular structural configuration
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based certification and authentication platform for tracking helmet integrity
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing digital tracking systems for safety equipment is a predictable technological progression, utilizing standard platform integration techniques
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable technological extensions of US Patent 11857020's foundational collapsible helmet design, employing standard engineering techniques and interdisciplinary integration approaches known in the field of protective equipment design.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,020
TitleCollapsible protective helmet