HAIR EXTENSION MOUNT

Abstract

The patent application pertains to a method of detachably coupling a hair extension to a head covering. The method involves providing a first piece with an open end and a closed end, the closed end having a hair extension attachment coupled to a hair extension. A second piece is secured to the head covering, this piece having a substantially cylindrical core with a first end and a second end, with at least one radial extension extending from the first end and a base on the second end that attaches to the head covering. A spring is secured between the first piece and the second piece such that when the first end is accepted into the open end the spring biases the first piece away from the second piece. The closed end can have a loop and the hair extension can be coupled to the loop.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present specification relates generally to devices for attaching hair to a helmet and more specifically a removable system for attaching hair extension onto a helmet or hat.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Hair extensions are well known in the art. Individuals use hair extensions for a variety of reasons. For example, hair extensions are used for hair loss, to elongate hair, to add volume to hair and for decoration. These extensions are usually made from human hair, synthetic extensions of nylon, acrylic or polyester and are attached to a person's head by weaving, hair bands, rings, sewing, tying, or knotting the extension into the person's hair. Individuals have now gone beyond just putting extensions in their hair and have now started to put hair extensions such as ponytail braids on other items such as bicycle helmets, motorcycle helmets, and other head coverings. Traditional helmets are essential safety equipment for individuals engaging in activities that pose risks of head injury. Hair extensions, however, are not specifically designed for attachment to motorcycle helmets, so user have developed hair extension braids that mount to a user's helmet.

Traditional helmet mounted braids on the market have either a suction or are made from a knock-off camera mounts which can snap when the hair clip on the helmet mount is removed. In these cases, the user has to either buy and replace the broken clip which means disassembling the entire product or buy a new one in hopes that the new clip does not break again. Other attachment mechanisms include tying the braid ponytail extensions to a suction cup which can easily be removed or fall off if the suction fails.

Therefore, there is a need for a braid ponytail extension that is easily attached to a head covering and allows the user to easily replace the braided ponytail extension without removing the adhesive or relying on a suction cup to keep the braid ponytail extension attached and easily remove and put another style braid on their helmet.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Accordingly, the present is a hair extension mount that can be attached to a head covering comprising a first piece having an open end and a closed end wherein the closed end can have a hair extension attachment. A second piece can have a first end and a second end wherein the open end can be configured to accept a portion of the second end. At least one spring can be coupled to the first piece wherein the spring pushes against the second piece. The first piece can comprise an inner diameter on its open end wherein the inner diameter comprises can have at least one first groove, at least one second groove and can have at least one locking groove.

The first end can have at least one tab extending from the first end and a base on the second end wherein the channel can be formed between the first end and the second end. The at least one spring can be coupled to the open end. The first groove can allow the at least one tab to enter into the first piece and lock within the locking groove. The at least one spring can push against the second piece into the first piece. The first piece and the second piece can be manufactured from plastic, metal, or carbon. The second end and/base can have adhesive, hook and loop, or fasteners coupled to it which can be used to attach the second piece to the head covering. The head covering can be a motorcycle helmet, bicycle helmet, or ski helmet. The base can extend from a channel forming a diameter and having a thickness.

The hair extension attachment can be coupled to a loop which is coupled to hair extension wherein the loop can be a d-loop, ring, or split steel ring wherein the at least one hair extension is attached to a D-ring having a straight section and wherein the straight section of the D-ring passes through the loop. The hair extension braids can be attached to a ring wherein the ring can be coupled to the loop.

A method for detachably coupling a hair extension to a head covering. The method includes providing a first piece with an open end and a closed end, where the closed end has a hair extension attachment coupled to a hair extension. A second piece is secured to the head covering, this second piece having a substantially cylindrical core with a first end and a second end, with at least one radial extension extending from the first end and a base on the second end that attaches to the head covering. The open end of the first piece is configured to accept and encompass the radial extension on the first end of the second piece. A spring is secured between the first piece and the second piece such that when the first end of the second piece is accepted into the open end of the first piece, the spring biases the first piece away from the second piece.

The first piece comprises an inner diameter on its open end wherein the inner diameter comprises at least one groove and at least one locking groove. The at least one radial extension is aligned with the at least one groove to allow the second piece to enter the open end of the first piece. The first piece is then rotated relative to the second piece to align the at least one radial extension with the at least one locking groove, and the at least one radial extension is inserted into the at least one locking groove to secure the first piece to the second piece.

The at least one radial extension is a first tab and a second tab and wherein the at least one groove is a first groove and a second groove and the at least one locking groove is a first locking groove and a second locking groove. The first tab is aligned with the first groove and the second tab with the second groove to allow the second piece to enter the open end of the first piece. The first piece is then rotated relative to the second piece to align the first tab with the first locking groove and the second tab with the second locking groove, and the first tab is inserted into the first locking groove and the second tab into the second locking groove.

The at least one spring is secured to the open end of the first piece. The first piece and the second piece can be manufactured from plastic, metal, or carbon. The base of the second piece can be attached to the head covering via an adhesive, hook and loop material, or a fastener. The head covering can be a motorcycle helmet, a bicycle helmet, or a ski helmet. The closed end of the first piece can have a loop and the hair extension can be coupled to the loop. The loop can be a d-loop, ring, or split steel ring and the hair extension can be attached to a D-ring having a straight section and threading the straight section of the D-ring through the loop.

Aspects and applications of the invention presented here are described below in the drawings and detailed description of the invention. Unless specifically noted, it is intended that the words and phrases in the specification and the claims be given their plain, ordinary, and accustomed meaning to those of ordinary skill in the applicable arts. The inventors are fully aware that they can be their own lexicographers if desired. The inventors expressly elect, as their own lexicographers, to use only the plain and ordinary meaning of terms in the specification and claims unless they clearly state otherwise and then further, expressly set forth the. Absent such clear statements of intent to apply a “special” definition, it is the inventor's intent and desire that the simple, plain, and ordinary meaning to the terms be applied to the interpretation of the specification and claims.

The inventors are also aware of the normal precepts of English grammar. Thus, if a noun, term, or phrase is intended to be further characterized, specified, or narrowed in some way, then such noun, term, or phrase will expressly include additional adjectives, descriptive terms, or other modifiers in accordance with the normal precepts of English grammar. Absent the use of such adjectives, descriptive terms, or modifiers, it is the intent that such nouns, terms, or phrases be given their plain, and ordinary English meaning to those skilled in the applicable arts as set forth above.

Further, the inventors are fully informed of the standards and application of the special provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 112 (f). Thus, the use of the words “function,” “means” or “step” in the Detailed Description or Description of the Drawings or claims is not intended to somehow indicate a desire to invoke the special provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 112 (f), to define the invention. To the contrary, if the provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 112 (f) are sought to be invoked to define the inventions, the claims will specifically and expressly state the exact phrases “means for” or “step for” and will also recite the word “function” (i.e., will state “means for performing the function of . . . , without also reciting in such phrases any structure, material or act in support of the function. Thus, even when the claims recite a “means for performing the function of molding a . . . , step for performing the function of molding a . . . ,” if the claims also recite any structure, material or acts in support of that means or step, or that perform the recited function, then it is the clear intention of the inventors not to invoke the provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 112 (f). Moreover, even if the provisions of 35 U.S.C. § 112 (f) are invoked to define the claimed inventions, it is intended that the inventions not be limited only to the specific structure, material or acts that are described in the preferred embodiments, but in addition, include any and all structures, materials or acts that perform the claimed function as described in alternative embodiments or forms of the invention, or that are well known present or later-developed, equivalent structures, material or acts for performing the claimed function.

Additional features and advantages of the present specification will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the following detailed description of the illustrative embodiment exemplifying the best mode of carrying out the invention as presently perceived.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present specification will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:

FIG. 1 is an isometric view of the hair extension mount attached to a helmet in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 2 is a side view of the hair extension mount attached to a helmet in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 3 is a back view of the hair extension mount attached to a helmet in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 4 is an isometric view of the hair extension mount in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 5 is an isometric view of another embodiment of the hair extension mount in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 6 is an isometric view of the hair extension mount in its open position in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 7a is a side view of the hair extension mount in its open position in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 7b is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 7a of the hair extension mount in its open position in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 8a is a side view of the hair extension mount in its closed position in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 8b is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 8a of the hair extension mount in its closed position in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 9 is an isometric view of the hair extension mount bottom piece in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 10 is a side isometric view of the hair extension mount top piece in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 11 is a top view of the hair extension mount mounted to a helmet in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 12 is a side view of the hair extension mount in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 13a is a side view of the hair extension mount in accordance to one, or more embodiments;

FIG. 13b is a cross section view of FIG. 13a of the hair extension mount in accordance to one, or more embodiments; and

FIG. 14 is a side view of the hair extension mount in accordance to one, or more embodiments.

Elements and acts in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and have not necessarily been rendered according to any particular sequence or embodiment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

In the following description, and for the purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the various aspects of the invention. It will be understood, however, by those skilled in the relevant arts, that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, known structures and devices are shown or discussed more generally in order to avoid obscuring the invention. In many cases, a description of the operation is sufficient to enable one to implement the various forms of the invention, particularly when the operation is to be implemented in software. It should be noted that there are many different and alternative configurations, devices and technologies to which the disclosed inventions may be applied. The full scope of the inventions is not limited to the examples that are described below.

Referring initially to FIGS. 1-10, a hair extension mount is shown generally at 10. The hair extension mount 10 can be attached to a head covering 12 by any suitable mechanism, but in the preferred embodiment the hair extension mount can be attached by such as, for example, adhesive, fastener or the like. The head covering 12 can be such as, for example, motorcycle helmet, bicycle helmet, ski helmet or the like. The hair extension mount 10 can comprise a first piece 16 having an open end 18 and closed end 20 wherein the closed end has a hair extension mount 22 on its outer surface. The hair extension mount 22 can be attached to or can be coupled to at least one hair extension 14 by such as, for example, bands, locks, knots, ties, fasteners, adhesive, or the like and in certain embodiments the hair extensions 14 can be weaved into the mount hole 23 or it can be removably attached. The hair extensions 14 can be such as, for example, braided pigtail extension, ponytail, kanekalon, Marley Twist, Knotless Braids, Pick, or the like. In certain embodiments, the hair extension mount 22 can be various shape and size as shown in FIG. 4-FIG. 6 and FIG. 14 which can allow the braid to be weaved into or attached to the hair extension mount 22 wherein the hair extension mount can be sloped, chamfered, radiused, straight, or the like.

Referring to FIGS. 11-12, the hair extension mount 22 can be coupled to a loop 17 which can be coupled to the hair extension 14. The hair extension 14 can have a ring 19 that can combine and keep the hair together and can allow the hair extension to be coupled to the loop 17 wherein the loop can be such as, for example, a d-loop, ring, or split steel ring. The ring 19 can be such as, for example, ring, zip-ties, carabiner, chain rings, quick links, or the like. The hair extension 14 can be attached to a ring wherein the ring can be coupled to the loop. The at least one hair extension 14 can be attached to a D-ring having a straight section and wherein the straight section of the D-ring passes through the mount hole 23 of the hair extension mount 22. In other embodiments, there can be more than one mount holes 23 or hair extension mounts 22 to allow for multiple hair extensions.

Referring back to FIGS. 1-10, the first piece 16 can comprise an inner diameter 32 on its open end 18 wherein the inner diameter comprises at least one groove which can be a first groove 24 and at least one second groove 26 and at least one locking groove 28. The first groove 24 can partially extend from the closed end 20 to the second groove 26 wherein the second groove can partially wrap on the inner circumference of the inner diameter 32 to the at least one locking groove 28 wherein the locking groove can partially extend back towards the open end 18. In the preferred embodiment there can be at least two opposing of the first groove 24, second groove 26 and the at least one locking groove 28 on the inner diameter 32. In other embodiments at least one of the first groove 24, second groove 26 and the locking groove 28 can be omitted.

In embodiments, the hair extension mount can further comprise a second piece 40 wherein the second piece can have a substantially cylindrical core with a first end 42 and a second end 44 with at least one radial extension extending from the first end and a base 48 on the second end configured to couple to the head covering 12. The open end 18 is configured to accept and encompass the radial extension 46 on the first end. The first end 42 can have at least one radial extension 46 extending from it wherein in the preferred embodiment the first end 42 can have at least two radial extensions opposite of each other but in other embodiments there can be such as, for example, three, four, five, one that completely surrounds the first end 42, or the like. In embodiments, the first end 42 can partially extend towards the base 48 forming a channel 50 between the at least one radial extension 46 and the base 48. The base 48 can extend from the channel forming a diameter and having a thickness wherein the base extends to the second end 44. In certain embodiments the channel 50 can carrying in length from the radial extension 46 to the base 48 and the second end 44 can have a curvature that matches the head covering 12. The second end 44 can have such as, for example, adhesive, hook and loop, fasteners, rivets, or the like which can be used to attach the second piece to the head covering 12. The first piece 16 and the second piece 40 can be such as, for example, circular, triangular, square, or the like in shape.

In embodiments, at least one spring 60 can be coupled to the first piece 16 or the second piece 40 such that when the first end is accepted into the open end the spring is situated between the first piece and the second piece to bias the first piece away from the second piece. The spring 60 can be coupled to the first piece 16 or second piece 40 by such as for example, adhesive, fastener, press fit into the inner diameter, or the like. The at least one spring 60 can be such as, for example, compression spring, disc spring, linear spring, or the like. The at least one spring 60 can be such as, for example, one spring, two springs, three springs, four springs, five springs, six springs or the like as shown in FIGS. 13a and 13b wherein the spring can be coupled to the first piece 16 or the second piece 40.

The user can align the radial extension 46 with the at least one groove which can be the first groove 24 and second groove 26 and the first end 42 can push against the at least one spring 60 wherein the user can rotate the tabs through the second end 44 and then the radial extensions can engage with the at least one locking groove 28 wherein the locking groove keeps the second piece partially in the first piece 16. The at least one groove 24 can allow for the at least one radial extension 46 to enter into the first piece 16 and lock within the at least one locking groove. The at least one spring 60 can push against the second piece 40 into the locking grooves keeping the first piece 16 into the second piece 40. The first piece 16 and the second piece 40 can be any suitable shape and size, and can be manufactured from such as, for example, plastic, metal, stainless steel, ceramic, carbon, or the like.

The present invention can also relates to a method of detachably coupling a hair extension to a head covering. The method involves providing a first piece having an open end and a closed end, wherein the closed end has a hair extension attachment coupled to a hair extension. The first piece is designed to be a receptacle for a second piece, which is secured to the head covering. The second piece has a substantially cylindrical core with a first end and a second end. The first end of the second piece features at least one radial extension, while the second end has a base that attaches to the head covering. The open end of the first piece is configured to accept and encompass the radial extension on the first end of the second piece.

The method further involves securing a spring between the first piece and the second piece. The spring is positioned such that when the first end of the second piece is accepted into the open end of the first piece, the spring biases the first piece away from the second piece. This spring mechanism can provide a secure yet detachable connection between the hair extension and the head covering.

In a preferred embodiment, the first piece can comprise an inner diameter on its open end. The inner diameter can comprise at least one groove and at least one locking groove. The method can involve aligning the at least one radial extension with the at least one groove to allow the second piece to enter the open end of the first piece. The first piece is then rotated relative to the second piece to align the at least one radial extension with the at least one locking groove. The at least one radial extension is then inserted into the at least one locking groove to secure the first piece to the second piece.

In another embodiment, the at least one radial extension is a first tab and a second tab. Similarly, the at least one groove is a first groove and a second groove, and the at least one locking groove can be a first locking groove and a second locking groove. The method involves aligning the first tab with the first groove and the second tab with the second groove to allow the second piece to enter the open end of the first piece. The first piece is then rotated relative to the second piece to align the first tab with the first locking groove and the second tab with the second locking groove. The first tab is then inserted into the first locking groove and the second tab into the second locking groove.

In yet another embodiment, the at least one spring can be secured to the open end of the first piece. This configuration can provide additional stability and security to the connection between the hair extension and the head covering. The first piece and the second piece can be manufactured from various materials, including but not limited to plastic, metal, or carbon. The choice of material can be determined based on factors such as durability, weight, cost, and aesthetic appeal. The base or second end of the second piece can be attached to the head covering via various means, including but not limited to an adhesive, hook and loop material, or a fastener. The choice of attachment method can be determined based on factors such as the type of head covering, the weight of the hair extension, and the desired ease of detachment. The head covering can be any type of headgear, including but not limited to a motorcycle helmet, a bicycle helmet, or a ski helmet. The method is versatile and can be adapted to various types of head coverings.

In another embodiment, the closed end of the first piece has a loop. The method further involves coupling the hair extension to the loop. The loop can be a D-loop, ring, or split steel ring. The hair extension can be attached to a D-ring having a straight section, and the straight section of the D-ring can be threaded through the loop. This configuration provides a secure yet detachable connection between the hair extension and the first piece.

In conclusion, the present invention provides a method of detachably coupling a hair extension to a head covering. The method involves providing a first piece with a hair extension attachment, securing a second piece to the head covering, and securing a spring between the first piece and the second piece. The method is versatile and can be adapted to various types of head coverings and hair extensions. The method also provides a secure yet detachable connection between the hair extension and the head covering, allowing for easy attachment and removal of the hair extension.

In closing, it is to be understood that although aspects of the present specification are highlighted by referring to specific embodiments, one skilled in the art will readily appreciate that these disclosed embodiments are only illustrative of the principles of the subject matter disclosed herein. Therefore, it should be understood that the disclosed subject matter is in no way limited to a particular methodology, protocol, and/or reagent, etc., described herein. As such, various modifications or changes to or alternative configurations of the disclosed subject matter can be made in accordance with the teachings herein without departing from the spirit of the present specification. Lastly, the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure, which is defined solely by the claims. Accordingly, embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to those precisely as shown and described.

Certain embodiments are described herein, including the best mode known to the inventors for carrying out the methods and devices described herein. Of course, variations on these described embodiments will become apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art upon reading the foregoing description. Accordingly, this disclosure includes all modifications and equivalents of the subject matter recited in the claims appended hereto as permitted by applicable law. Moreover, any combination of the above-described embodiments in all possible variations thereof is encompassed by the disclosure unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context.

Claims

1. A hair extension mount that attaches to a head covering, the hair extension mount comprising: a first piece having an open end and a closed end wherein the closed end has a hair extension attachment;a second piece having a substantially cylindrical core with a first end and a second end, with at least one radial extension extending from the first end and a base on the second end configured to couple to the head covering;wherein the open end is configured to accept and encompass the radial extension on the first end; andat least one spring coupled to the first piece or the second piece such that when the first end is accepted into the open end the spring is situated between the first piece and the second piece to bias the first piece away from the second piece.

2. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein the first piece comprise an inner diameter on its open end wherein the inner diameter comprises at least one groove, and at least one locking groove.

3. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein second piece comprises a channel formed between the at least one radial extension and the base.

4. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein the at least one spring is coupled to the open end.

5. The hair extension mount according to claim 2, wherein the at least one groove allows the at least one radial extension to enter into the first piece and lock within the at least one locking groove.

6. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein the first piece and the second piece is manufactured from plastic, metal, or carbon.

7. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein the second end couples to the head covering via an adhesive, hook and loop material, or a fastener.

8. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein the head covering is a motorcycle helmet, a bicycle helmet, or a ski helmet.

9. The hair extension mount according to claim 1, wherein the closed end has a loop configured to couple to at least one hair extension.

10. The hair extension mount according to claim 9, wherein the loop is a d-loop, ring, or split steel ring wherein the at least one hair extension is attached to a D-ring having a straight section and wherein the straight section of the D-ring passes through the mount hole.

11. A method of detachably coupling a hair extension to a head covering, the method comprising the acts of: providing a first piece having an open end and a closed end wherein the closed end has a hair extension attachment coupled to a hair extension;securing a second piece to the head covering, the second piece having a substantially cylindrical core with a first end and a second end, with at least one radial extension extending from the first end and a base on the second end that attaches to the head covering, wherein the open end is configured to accept and encompass the radial extension on the first end;securing a spring between the first piece and the second piece such that when the first end is accepted into the open end the spring biases the first piece away from the second piece.

12. The method according to claim 11, wherein the first piece comprises an inner diameter on its open end wherein the inner diameter comprises at least one groove and at lease one locking groove; aligning the at least one radial extension with the at least one groove to allow the second piece to enter the open end of the first piece;rotating the first piece relative to the second piece to align the at least one radial extension with the at least one locking groove;inserting the at least one radial extension into the at least one locking groove to secure the first piece to the second piece.

13. The method according to claim 12, wherein the at least one radial extension is a first tab and a second tab and wherein the at least one groove is a first groove and a second groove and the at least one locking groove is a first locking groove and a second locking groove; aligning the first tab with the first groove and the second tab with the second groove to allow the second piece to enter the open end of the first piece;rotating the first piece relative to the second piece to align the first tab with the first locking groove and the second tab with the second locking groove;inserting the first tab into the first locking groove and the second tab into the second locking groove.

14. The method according to claim 11, wherein the at least one spring is secured to the open end of the first piece.

15. The method according to claim 11 further comprising manufacturing the first piece and the second piece from plastic, metal, or carbon.

16. The method according to claim 11, wherein the base is attached to the head covering via an adhesive, hook and loop material, or a fastener.

17. The method according to claim 11, wherein the head covering is a motorcycle helmet, a bicycle helmet, or a ski helmet.

18. The method according to claim 11, wherein the closed end has a loop and further comprising coupling the hair extension to the loop.

19. The method according to claim 18, wherein the loop is a d-loop, ring, or split steel ring and further comprising attaching the hair extension to a D-ring having a straight section and threading the straight section of the D-ring through the loop.