Carl J Abraham, 873 Baker Hill Rd, Great Neck, NY 11023

6378140, Apr 30, 2002

Sep 7, 2001

09/949237

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, 11023
Henry D. Cross - Murrells Inlet SC, 29576

A42B 300

2411, 2425, 2459, 2463, 2465, 2467

An impact and energy absorbing product for helmets and protective gear. More particularly, the invention teaches the usage of coiled springs in conjunction with polymeric materials or metals such as titanium, to absorb and dissipate forces of humans and other objects coming in contact with helmets and a variety of sporting equipment. Depending upon the exact environment in which the same are to be used, the coiled springs may be constructed of polymers or titaniumâlightweight, yet durable materials to accomplish the purposes of the invention. In the preferred mode of attachment, an insert is fitted to each end of each spring, with a flared insert then placed into a molded female slot upon the equipment to hold the spring in place. Thus, a helmet, chest protector or the like may comprise a series of female slots such that multiple springs can easily slide therein.

6450639, Sep 17, 2002

Jun 2, 2001

09/872459

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, 11023

G02C 1108

351 62, 351 41, 2435

Improved eyewear designs allow for circulation of air between the eyes and lenses to prevent fog from appearing on the lenses, the eyewear utilized in a host of sporting activities and work areas that require glasses or goggles for safety purposes. A first embodiment of the invention teaches the use of beveled members affixed to the interior portion of the frames of the glasses or goggles, such that the spaced apart members come in direct contact with the users forehead, allowing for continuous air flow between the beveled members to the users eyes. The spacers may be placed on the inside of the frames, attached to the frames by simple adhesives. The distance between the spacers may be of a range of one-quarter to three-eighths inches, and the spacers may be of a similar width as the outside frame. The edges may be rounded or beveled for user comfort. Regarding goggles that completely enclose the eye area, an additional embodiment describes eyewear frames bearing air holes through the circumference of each eye portion.

6598365, Jul 29, 2003

Oct 12, 2001

09/975817

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, 11023
Henry D. Cross - Murrells Inlet SC, 29576

E04F 1522

524031, 521671, 521674, 267160, 267179, 482 23, 482 26, 482 30

An impact and energy absorbing product for floors, walls, panels, crash mats and other flat surfaces. More particularly, the invention teaches the usage of coiled springs in conjunction with polymeric materials or metals such as titanium or steel, to help absorb and dissipate forces of humans and other objects coming in contact with said flat surfaces. Depending upon the exact environment in which the same are to be used, the coiled springs may be constructed of polymers or metals such as titanium or steelâlightweight, yet durable materials to accomplish the purposes of the invention. In the preferred mode of attachment, an insert is fitted to each end of each spring, with a flared insert then placed into a molded female slot upon a flat surface to hold the spring in place. Thus, a floor or wall surface may comprise a series of female slots such that multiple springs can easily slide therein. The springs may be spread throughout the area to be protected, providing a completely controlled protected area to help effectively absorb and dissipate forces upon impact.

6675395, Jan 13, 2004

Aug 22, 2002

10/225866

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, 11023

A63B 7110

2425, 2181, 2411, 2DIG 2, 2DIG 11

A sweatband designed to be worn on the head of a user engaged in activities such as soccer. Specifically, in the preferred mode, the device comprises a âhorizontalâ sweatband portion, much like a typical headband. In an enhanced mode, the horizontal member is affixed to a âverticalâ portion that is perpendicular to the horizontal portion, extending from the users forehead, over the crown of the head, and to the back of the head. In either instance, the sweatband of the present invention comprises inserts for the purpose of protecting the user, which may be permanently placed or removable. In the preferred mode, the inserts are polymeric and function to absorb and dissipate impact forces with which the users head comes in contact. Importantly, the inserts may be strategically placed within the sweatband, such as in the areas most vulnerable to concussion or injury upon impact. In addition, the polymeric inserts may be removed from the sweatband so that the sweatband may be conveniently washed.

6978487, Dec 27, 2005

Jun 10, 2003

10/457856

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, US

A63B071/10

2425, 2181, 2411, 2DIG 2, 2DIG 11

A sweatband designed to be worn on the head of a user under a pre-existing helmet, for usage in a variety of sporting activities. Due to the presence of an additional layer beneath the helmet, it takes additional time for impact forces to reach the user's head, thus providing greater protection. In the preferred mode, the device comprises a generally tubular “horizontal” sweatband portion, much like a typical headband. In an enhanced mode, the horizontal member is affixed to a “vertical” portion that is perpendicular to the horizontal portion, extending from the user's forehead, over the crown of the head, and to the back of the head. In still another embodiment, three such bands are utilized for maximum coverage of critical areas of the head. The sweatband of the present invention comprises inserts for the purpose of protecting the user, which may be permanently placed or removable. In the preferred mode, the inserts are polymeric and function to absorb and dissipate impact forces with which the user's head comes in contact.

7234174, Jun 26, 2007

Nov 17, 2005

11/281073

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, US

A63B 71/10

2425

A sweatband designed to be worn on a user for usage in a variety of sporting activities. The sweatband comprises inserts for the purpose of protecting the user, which may be permanently placed or removable. In the preferred mode, the inserts are polymeric and function to absorb and dissipate impact forces with which the user comes in contact. Importantly, the inserts may be strategically placed within the sweatband, such as in the areas most vulnerable to concussion or injury upon impact. In an alternate embodiment, the polymeric inserts may be removed from the sweatband. In total, the invention provides a novel, lightweight means to protect the athlete, while effectively functioning to absorb perspiration.

7322693, Jan 29, 2008

Nov 14, 2005

11/273672

Carl J. Abraham - Great Neck NY, US

G02B 1/00

351158, 351 44, 351155, 2 15

Focus enhancing blinders for usage in sporting activities and other activities that require visual focus and concentration. More particularly, the invention is a perspiration-absorbing headband worn by players of tennis and other sports where hand-eye coordination is critical. In one mode, the headband includes a slot to hold and guide blinders that extend to the areas on the outside of each eye, functioning to block off a previously-determined degree of peripheral vision. This assists a player in the difficult task of keeping his or her visual focus straight ahead and directly on a ball, thus enhancing the user's performance. This also keeps one reading or studying focused on the task at hand. In the preferred mode, the blinders are of a length of one to four inches and are held in place through the usage of Velcro on the inside of the blinders and outside of the headband. In the preferred mode, Velcro is also placed along the ear on both sides past the open slot to hold the blinders.

2003020, Oct 30, 2003

Apr 26, 2002

10/134182

Carl Abraham - Great Neck NY, US

A43B013/28

036/027000, 036/028000

A complete energy absorbing system for a variety of items, including athletic shoes. To accomplish the foregoing, the invention utilizes a series of encapsulated springs that are always in a state of suspension. In the preferred mode, the encapsulated springs are conical in nature, providing the utmost in strength and support while preventing the springs from bottoming out upon impact. Such is a result of the unique stiffening of the conical spring during compression thereof. Importantly, as distinguished from the prior art, an encapsulating material placed around a plurality of conical springs prevents the springs from being continually placed in a stressed situation, thus maintaining their structural integrity. Such encapsulating material may be made of a polymeric or thermoplastic material, which conforms to the conical shape of the springs and their respective apertures, functioning to aid in the dissipation of impact forces. The uniqueness of the encapsulation of the springs is that such a configuration allows for specific designs, lengths, and widths, as well as ease of placement in pre-formed openings in the padding or encapsulating material for the manufacture of the final product. Because the springs work in conjunction with one another, and because the springs work in conjunction with the encapsulating material, the present invention provides a durable, long-lasting system that allows for previously-unattained stability and comfort.