Helmet

Abstract

A helmet for protecting an athlete from concussion or laceration during sporting activities is disclosed. The helmet is constructed of an outer shell and an inner cushion. The outer shell and inner cushion each have curvature relief cutouts to allow the helmet to be compressed to securely fit on the athlete's head. In addition, the outer shell and the inner cushion each have a front section and a rear section, the rear section defining an open section that allows the athlete a range of motion without interference by the helmet.

1 . A helmet to be worn during sports comprising:
 a) a unitary inner cushion having:
 1) a front section having a first thickness; 
 2) a rear section having a second thickness greater than the first section; 
 3) an open section that distinguishes the rear section of the inner cushion from the front section of the inner cushion; and 
 4) at least one curvature relief cutout distributed around the front section of the inner cushion; and 
   b) a unitary outer shell into which the inner cushion can be inserted, the outer shell having:
 1) a front section; 
 2) a rear section; 
 3) an open section; and 
 4) at least one curvature relief cutout distributed around the front section of the outer shell.