HORUS - The Modular Aircrew Helmet System

Abstract

Systems and methods are disclosed herein for a Horus flight helmet is for pilots to be used in general, transport and long-range aviation. The invention includes an impact resistant helmet; the invention has high noise reduction system and helps to hear the clear message even in high noise environment. The visor come in as MBU-20/P Oxygen Mask trim in different colors. By keeping in mind, the safety of the pilots we have used energy-absorbing, pressure molded, low density, expanded-polystyrene, had been increased in thickness, secure fixing of helmet on the head of the pilot is provided, comfortable wearing due to the helmet's smaller size and better alignment.

I: A new modular aircrew helmet system comprising:
 Helmet shell; 
 Helmet retention system; 
 Helmet visors; 
 Helmet pads and liners; 
 Helmet gaskets and 
 Helmet other components and features. 
 
     
     
       II: The Flight Helmet Shell as per claim I, is manufactured with:
 aviation-grade epoxy resin Carbon/Kevlar prepreg; 
 reinforced with Zylon PBO aramid fabric inserts; 
 Helmet Shell target weight 300 gr+/−50 gr; 
 Ready to Fly helmet target weight 850 gr+/−50 gr and 
 Helmet shell meets or exceeds MIL-DTL-87174/A, MIL-DTL-87174/A and EN996 impact protection. 
 
     
     
       III: A Helmet retention system as per claim I, comprised of Kevlar fire retardant webbing type chin retention system with side steel plates which is matched with a quick-release self-extinguishing micrometric adjustment buckle. 
     
     
       IV: A single helmet visor system manufactured using:
 a 2.0 mm Lexan; 
 Polycarbonate with anti-scratch/antifog coating; 
 a locking visor system, plus a quick-release down position locking safety system, is provided; 
 the Visors are available in standard 70% dark finishing, clear, high contrast, iridium colors; and 
 no tools needed to remove and replace the visor system or to add the visor cover assy. 
 
     
     
       V: A helmet pads and liner system according to claim I;
 A Fire retardant treated MTP foam core in different thicknesses with coolmax padded fabric; 
 A liner is provided to adjust the helmet to the different head sizes, enhancing comfort; 
 A Kevlar fire retardant thread is used in all liner stitching; 
 A 3D mesh is placed in the helmet ventilation areas to increase airflow ventilation. 
 
     
     
       VI: A helmet with helmet gasket and other components as per claim I, including:
 components made with self-extinguishing plastic; 
 Visor plates screws are made of 7075 CNC machined aluminum with anodized finish; 
 Communication setup made in accordance with the customer and radio setup: 
 Mil use setup 5-8 ohm/Civil use up to 300 ohm; 
 Integrated speaker volume control; 
 Integrated CEP system; 
 Compatible with MBU-12/MBU20 oxygen Mask; 
 Removable Maxillo Facial protection; 
 Removable Visor cover with NVG quick release plate; 
 Quick-release NVG plate for F4949 NGV and 
 Integrated action cameras attaching points with removable lightweight.