Dual-arm radio headset

Abstract

A communications system includes a support band, a speaker, and two arms disposed on opposite ends of the support band. The speaker allows the user to receive radio communications. A first arm may comprise a communication subassembly, allowing for the user to send radio communications. The first and second arms may pivot about its connection to the support band. A second arm comprises a shield subassembly, whereby the shield subassembly may completely cover the mouth and nose of the user to prevent the exit and entrance of airborne particles. The shield assembly may comprise a medical-grade material disposed between two layers of plastic. The shield assembly may be disposable.

What is claimed: 
     
         1 . A communication headset system, the system comprising:
 a support band having a first end and a second end, wherein, in use, the support band is configured to extend over a head of a user with the first end positioned along a first side of the head of the user and the second end positioned along a second side of the head of the user;   a first arm pivotably attached to the first end of the support band;   a second arm pivotably attached to the second end of the support band, wherein the first and second arms are pivotable independent of each other;   a microphone disposed on the first arm; and   a shield assembly attached or attachable to the second arm, the shield assembly comprising an outer face and an inner face, wherein the shield assembly is adapted to obstruct the transmission and receipt of air particles and fit over the nose and mouth of a user.   
     
     
         2 . The system of  claim 1 , further comprising at least one ear cover extending from the first end or second end of the support band and positioned at a location corresponding to ears of the user when in use. 
     
     
         3 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the at least one ear cover includes a speaker. 
     
     
         4 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the first and second arms are vertically pivotable, laterally pivotable, or both. 
     
     
         5 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein an intermediate material is disposed between the outer face and the inner face of the shield assembly. 
     
     
         6 . The system of  claim 5 , wherein the intermediate material is a cloth material. 
     
     
         7 . The system of  claim 5 , wherein the intermediate material is a medical-grade material. 
     
     
         8 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the shield assembly comprises a screw disposed on the outer face, whereby the screw is adapted to engage a threaded slot disposed at the distal tip of the second arm. 
     
     
         9 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the first arm and second arm are removably attachable from the support band. 
     
     
         10 . The system of  claim 9 , wherein the first and second arms are vertically pivotable. 
     
     
         11 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the first and second arms are laterally pivotable 
     
     
         12 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein shield assembly is transparent. 
     
     
         13 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein shield assembly is opaque. 
     
     
         14 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the outer face and the inner face of the shield assembly comprise a plurality of holes. 
     
     
         15 . The system of  claim 14 , wherein the plurality of holes comprise circular holes and rectangular holes. 
     
     
         16 . The system of  claim 15 , wherein the circular holes are approximately one-half inch in diameter and the rectangular holes are approximately one-half inch in width and one-quarter inch in height. 
     
     
         17 . The system of  claim 16 , wherein the plurality of holes are arranged in separate rows alternating between circular holes and rectangular holes. 
     
     
         18 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the shield assembly further comprises a cushion material disposed on an outer edge of the inner face of the shield assembly. 
     
     
         19 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein sides of the shield assembly are configured to form a seal between the sides of the shield assembly and face of the user to prevent air flow therebetween. 
     
     
         20 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the first arm and the second arm are pivotable in an upward and downward direction and an inward and outward direction.