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Ergonomic weight-distributing vest

a vest and ergonomic technology, applied in the field of ergonomic weight distribution vests, can solve the problems of uneven hip weight distribution, musculoskeletal disorders, and long-lasting damage and discomfort to the musculoskeletal system

Inactive Publication Date: 2015-12-31
DAHL JON S
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The present invention is an ergonomic weight-distributing vest designed to prevent and alleviate stress injuries caused by carrying various articles on the body. The vest is made of a non-stretch mesh fabric that conforms to the contours of the torso and evenly distributes the weight of the articles attached to it, reducing local stresses and promoting correct posture. The vest can be adjusted to fit different sizes and is comfortable to wear. It also provides lumbar support and allows for the articles to be moved to a more comfortable position. The shoulder straps are adjustable for a snug fit or to carry the articles loosely. The mesh fabric is durable, waterproof, and ventilated for hot and cold climates. The invention improves safety and comfort while promoting proper posture and reducing the likelihood of injury.

Problems solved by technology

For example, carrying a tool belt while working construction applies weight unevenly distributed upon the hips.
Regular use of a tool belt can, over time, cause musculoskeletal disorders and create lasting damage and discomfort to the musculoskeletal system.

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[0027]With reference now to the drawings, and in particular FIGS. 1 through 9 thereof, example of the instant ergonomic weight-distributing vest employing the principles and concepts of the present ergonomic weight-distributing vest and generally designated by the reference number 10 will be described.

[0028]Referring to FIGS. 1 through 9 a preferred embodiment of the present ergonomic weight distributing vest 10 is illustrated.

[0029]The present ergonomic weight-distributing vest 10 has been devised to enable portage of various tools, accouterments, articles, and accessories that a particular job may require. Many jobs necessitate the repeated use of particular tools, articles, accouterments, or other accessories (herein collectively “articles”), on a regular basis, whereby keeping said articles about the person is deemed efficient and desirable. Unfortunately, porting such articles about the person can, over periods of time, engender repetitive stress injuries from the weight of sai...

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Abstract

An ergonomic weight distributing vest that includes a non-stretch mesh fabric that enables multiple anatomical contact points of said fabric across the torso of a wearer, each of said contact points conforming the vest to the contours of the torso of the wearer, wherein the weight of extant articles suspended from the vest and attached thereto, is distributed evenly throughout the mesh fabric over said multiple anatomical contact points across the contours of a wearer's torso, whereby said weight is more evenly distributed across a wearer's body and load bearing is thereby ergonomically configured to lessen local stresses resultant from carrying said articles at specific positions upon the body over extended periods of time.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority benefit to pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13 / 781,243, filed on Feb. 28, 2013, which is a Continuation-in-Part of now abandoned U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12 / 813,755, filed on Jun. 11, 2010, which is a Continuation-in-Part of now abandoned U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 8,696,108 filed on Oct. 9, 2007, which claims priority to now expired U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 828,427 filed on Oct. 6, 2006.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to an ergonomic weight-distributing vest comprising a non-stretch mesh fabric that provides multiple anatomical contact points across the torso of the vest wearer's body when the vest is snugly fit to the wearer's torso, said contact points thereby conforming the vest to the contours of the torso of the wearer, whereby the weight of extant articles attached to and suspended from the vest is distributed evenly throughout the mesh f...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A41D1/04A41D13/00
CPCA41D1/04A41D13/0012
Inventor DAHL, JON S.
Owner DAHL JON S
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