EP0972457B1 - Protective device particularly for skating - Google Patents

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EP0972457B1
EP0972457B1 EP99112234A EP99112234A EP0972457B1 EP 0972457 B1 EP0972457 B1 EP 0972457B1 EP 99112234 A EP99112234 A EP 99112234A EP 99112234 A EP99112234 A EP 99112234A EP 0972457 B1 EP0972457 B1 EP 0972457B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
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    • A41D13/082—Hand protectors especially for the inner part of the hand
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    • A41D—OUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
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    • A41D13/08—Arm or hand
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    • A41D13/088—Hand protectors especially for the wrist
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
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    • A63B71/14—Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the hands, e.g. baseball, boxing or golfing gloves
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
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    • A63B2071/125—Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the body or the legs, e.g. for the shoulders for the legs, e.g. thighs, knees, ankles, feet for the knee
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
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    • A63B2209/10—Characteristics of used materials with adhesive type surfaces, i.e. hook and loop-type fastener

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  • the invention relates to a fall protection device, more particularly suitable for sports such as roller skating, roller skating in line wheels or skateboard.
  • Patent application WO 97/27768 relates to wrist and wrist protection hand comprising a stiffening element extending from the palm of the hand to below the wrist joint.
  • the stiffening element is threaded into a flexible pocket with a flat configuration bandage.
  • the bandage is put on by wrapping around the wrist and is tightened by means of a strap provided with a Velcro type fastening.
  • Utility model DE-U1-297 17 989 relates to knee protection comprising a flexible shaped part on which is fixed a plastic shell rigid.
  • the flexible part is attached to the leg by two straps each arranged on either side of the knee joint.
  • US patent 5,526,531 is a wrist protection comprising a reinforcement elongated I-shaped connected by two straps on the arm. The reinforcement is extended by a rigid thumb protection finger.
  • US patent 5,685,013 relates to a device for protecting the hand, the wrist and forearm.
  • the device that covers a large part of the front arm by stiffening elements connected by straps is very bulky and limits the mobility of the arm and hand.
  • US Patent 5,255,391 relates to a knee protection sleeve comprising a flexible body, padding means of resilient material and detachable fastening means for fixing the sleeve around the knee comprising two fixing flaps surrounding the leg on each side of the knee.
  • Patent application CA 2,120,176 relates to knee protection promoting knee flexion by means of two separate portions of shells suitable for rotate around a horizontal axis.
  • the hulls are only intended to protect the ball joint and they are not adjustable to tighten to protect protruding parts separate from the knee.
  • the device provides optimal protection of the hand; especially from the palm without affecting the mobility of the joints; namely, the wrist joint and the finger joint.
  • Such a device also has the advantage of being able to be set up easier and faster than the devices of the prior art existing by the fact that the fingers are left free unlike mittens or protective gloves.
  • the device according to the invention takes better account of the morphology of the area to be protected by adapting to it during tightening, while limiting space requirement.
  • the device according to the invention may relate to a device intended to protect the hand.
  • the raised parts targeted more specifically are the palm and the cutting edge of the hand.
  • the affected parts are the patella and head of the fibula.
  • the parts to be protected extend in relief in planes forming an angle from one to the other.
  • the object of the invention is achieved by the design of articulated portions of the rigid protective element which adapt when the device is tightened around the limb to be protected.
  • the device 1 of the invention is particularly suitable for protecting a hand 2 as illustrated in Figures 1 to 3.
  • the device comprises a foldable main body and flexible 3 having a palm portion 30 and a back portion 31 surrounding the user's hand.
  • the body forms a flexible sleeve around the hand comprising an opening 32 for the passage of the thumb.
  • the opening is located at a first junction 33 between the palm portion and the back portion of the flexible body.
  • the device is limited in transverse dimensions, on the one hand; by a first transverse edge 34 located just behind the first phalangeal joints 20 and on the other hand; by a second transverse edge 35 located in the vicinity of the wrist joint 21.
  • the device leaves great freedom of hand movement which is useful in skating especially in the practice of so-called "aggressive" skating or skateboarding; where practitioners have need to grab their skateboard when jumping or when performing FIGS.
  • the device is also distinguished from the protective devices. wrists more particularly intended for beginner skaters whose balance poorly controlled rear can cause rear falls and lead to trauma linked to hyper-extension of the wrist. This device seeks protection ' lightened hand to prevent injuries from falling or slipping on the front or the side, frequent whatever the level of skating.
  • the flexible body 3 essentially has the function of ensuring good wrapping of the hand part which it covers, providing good hold and good comfort.
  • the device also comprises a protective element 4 formed of a semi-rigid or rigid abrasion-resistant material arranged externally and locally distributed over the palm portion 30 of the flexible body 3. Element 4 provides protection against impact by distributing the pressure. Being located outside, it also has the role of protecting the hand from friction on the ground.
  • the element 4 comprises a main portion 40 substantially covering the palm and a side portion 41 extending to the level of one second junction 36 between the palm portion and the back portion of the flexible body. This junction 36 is arranged opposite the cutting edge region 22 of the hand.
  • the portions 40, 41 are interconnected by an articulation 42 favoring the orientation portions 40, 41 substantially along respective protection planes P1, P2 distinct forming an angle A, after tightening the device on the hand.
  • the main portion 40 and the secondary portion 41 are connected by a zone weakening cross section extending substantially from the first edge transverse 34 to the second transverse edge 35 of the device.
  • the articulation could be achieved in a different way as by means mechanical parts separated from the protective element.
  • the joint could also be multiple in the transverse direction so as to refine the conformation of portions to the morphology of the hand.
  • the clamping of the flexible body 3 is ensured by a clamping element 5.
  • the clamping member includes a quick attach fastening means. he it is advantageous to have the clamping element in the region of the back of the hand for reasons of ease of handling.
  • the back portion 31 includes a discontinuity formed by a first free end 37 and a second end free 38 which are interconnected by the quick-attach fastening means. The first free end 37 and the second free end 38 are interconnected by a strap / buckle assembly.
  • a strap 50 is attached to one of the ends 37.
  • a loop 51 is attached to the opposite end 38 to allow the return of the strap 50.
  • a quick-release fastening element 53 of the Velcro type or equivalent secures the free end 52 of the strap with the back portion.
  • the strap 50 is formed from a flexible and tensile-resistant material. It is preferably inextensible although a portion or the whole can be made of a material elastic allowing limited extension.
  • the flexible body 3 comprises a padding 6 located under the rigid or semi-rigid element 4.
  • the padding aims to absorb shock during a fall and improve the comfort of the device.
  • the padding comprises at least one zone delimiting a volume closed 63 filled with a gelled incompressible material such as a material based on a silicone or polyurethane polymer.
  • a gelled incompressible material such as a material based on a silicone or polyurethane polymer.
  • Such padding provides an improvement very significant shock absorption in the event of a fall and in any case greater padding traditionally used for this type of device.
  • the material presents a physical state whose properties lie between a liquid and a solid. It is made up of a three-dimensional network structure dispersed in one phase homogeneous liquid with interpenetration of the phases between them.
  • the material is used for its large creep capacity at a given speed allowing a distribution of pressures and absorption of impact energy.
  • the gel is preferably contained in an envelope formed by a hermetically sealed film such as a polyurethane film.
  • the thickness of the envelope containing the gel can vary between 3 and 12 mm as required. Thickness can be chosen more important for knee protection, for example, where shocks are more violent because of the falling mass only for the protection of the hand where the mass is less.
  • the combination of protective element 4 and a layer of gel 63 is an important feature of the invention. Indeed, the protective element acts as a pressure distribution plate; pressure which is then partly absorbed by the gel layer.
  • the padding can also be completed with one or more layers of foam 64 protected between two layers of fabric 65, 66 superimposed.
  • a thickness of a few millimeters of polyurethane or polyethylene-based foam provides good absorption complementary to the layer of gelled material.
  • the foam also aims at a role of comfort and improved wrapping of the part to protect.
  • the element of rigid or semi-rigid protection comprises a lower edge 43 which is curved so as to form a concave gutter 44 extending near the edge 43 and substantially parallel thereto.
  • the lower edge 43 of the rigid element is itself located in the vicinity of the wrist joint or in the vicinity of the first transverse edge 35 of the device.
  • the gutter forms substantially two contact zones 45, 46 separated transversely on which supports the hand near the wrist.
  • the fingers therefore remain raised by report to the ground.
  • the effect is all the more effective the longer the gutter transversely over the rest of the protective element by a convex surface 47.
  • This convex surface has the effect of bringing the hand resting on the gutter, keep the fingers raised from the ground and therefore protect them during a slip on the ground.
  • the device has a geometry that takes into account in the shape of the palm of the hand.
  • the first transverse edge 34 and the second transverse edge 35 flares transversely with respect to each other from the cutting edge region of the hand toward the thumb region. This flare progressive is substantially proportional to the natural widening of the palm of the hand.
  • the rigid or semi-rigid element is not bound over its entire surface to the flexible body surface for reasons of fixing compatibility and flexibility of the device.
  • the rigid or semi-rigid element is locally linked on the flexible body.
  • the main portion 40 and the secondary portion 41 are independently linked on the flexible body so that when tightening the flexible body around the hand, the portions 40, 41 can orient and adjust to the size of the hand.
  • the rigid or semi-rigid protective element is linked by bands 60, 61, 62 forming loops fixed to the flexible body and which pass through lights 67, 68, 69 formed on the edges of the protective element.
  • the end of the secondary portion 41 is connected by a strip 60 on the flexible body; while the end of the main portion, wider, comprises two fixing bands 61, 62, spaced transversely.
  • Loop 51 of the clamping element 5 can advantageously be connected to the free end 38 by the band 60 which thus performs a dual function.
  • the band 61 for attachment of the protective element extends to form the band 50 of the clamping element 5.
  • the attachment to the flexible body of the band 50, 61 can be done, preferably, by a seam 54.
  • the flexible body is preferably made of material breathable such as fabrics, foams, leather, or combinations of these materials.
  • material breathable such as fabrics, foams, leather, or combinations of these materials.
  • the use of elastic perforated or wide mesh fabrics is preferred in non-padded areas in direct contact with the hand to promote hold and breathability, as on the back portion 31.
  • the padded areas prefer soft fabrics that are less stretchy, absorbent and have a comfortable feel.
  • the flexible body is preformed after making an appropriate pattern, cutting and assembly by sewing and / or gluing.
  • Figure 5 shows the device in an open configuration when the strap 50 is detached from buckle 51.
  • the flexible body includes a first part 70 of trapezoidal shape provided with padding and a second part 71 substantially triangular in finer textile material, preferably in fabric ventilated.
  • the two parts 70, 71 are assembled at the junction line 33 in the region of the thumb opening 32.
  • the first part looks like a fabric pocket. It constitutes the palm portion 30 and goes up on the sides to form part of the edges of the back portion of the hand.
  • an insert corresponding to the gel layer 63 is added.
  • the yoke can be placed either on the internal surface of the part 70 in contact with your hand as illustrated in figure 5, i.e.
  • this yoke is, preferably connected by sewing on the flexible body.
  • the foam padding is preferably extends beyond the outline of the yoke to garnish the whole of the pocket forming the part 70.
  • the protective element is, in turn, made of plastic material, metallic or rubber.
  • it is a plastic injected in the form such than polyurethane, polypropylene or polyamide plastic.
  • Plastic can be loaded with fibers to increase its resistance. It can also be a plastic thermosetting such as epoxy or fiber reinforced polyester. He can too be an aluminum plate.
  • the protective element includes holes 49 to promote ventilation and air circulation at the across the device.
  • the invention may also relate to other protective accessories concerning other parts of the body.
  • the device serves to protect the knee; and more specifically, the patella and head of the fibula, both of which are protruding parts particularly exposed during a fall in skating. These parts also have peculiarity of extending into different planes; the patella being substantially in the longitudinal plane I-I 'of the leg while the head of the fibula is in a plane offset on the side by an angle close to 90 degrees relative to the plane longitudinal.
  • Figures 7 to 8 show in detail the knee protection device proposed as the best embodiment.
  • the references to the drawings will be used to designate the same means to which is added the prefix "1".
  • the device will be designated 11
  • the flexible body will be designated 13
  • the rigid or semi-rigid protective element will be designated 14 and so after.
  • the protective element 14 which comprises two separate portions 140, 141 hinged together.
  • the part principal 140 has a substantially ovoid shape and slightly domed to cover the kneecap.
  • the secondary portion 141 which aims to cover the head of the fibula 7 is laterally and downwardly offset from the position of the main portion 140 on the device.
  • the portions 140, 141 are interconnected by a line section 142 attenuation inclined to the plane longitudinal I-I 'of the device. The inclination can vary between 0 and 90 degrees approximately.
  • the line is not necessarily perfectly straight but a certain curvature is tolerated.
  • the flexible body 13 on which the protection element is fixed in three places 14 includes a first preformed portion 136 and a second preformed portion 137 extending the first vertically and which forms a rim intended to cap the upper part of the kneecap to improve the grip of the device on the knee.
  • This particular geometry makes it possible to use only one clamping element 15, of preferably arranged at the base of the first preformed portion 136.
  • the element of tightening is a strap of the same kind as in the preceding mode.
  • the strap is designed to surround the upper calf just below the knee joint.
  • the use of a single strap has many advantages. Among others, the setting up the device is made much faster. In addition, the bending of the leg at knee level does not cause any discomfort or interfere with the application of knee device as can be the case with two straps arranged on the side and other of the joint.
  • the holding the device can advantageously be supplemented by an extendable band retaining rear 17 attached, preferably by sewing, on either side of the front portions 136, 137.
  • the strip forms a continuous sleeve elastic provided with an upper notch 18 for the passage of the leg.
  • the band includes an internal portion 19, intended to adjust in contact with the knee, covering the internal surface of the front portions 136, 137.
  • the clamping element 15 formed by the strap 150 / buckle 151 / Velcro 153 assembly surrounds transversely the stretch band so as to ensure adjustment to the size of the stretch band.
  • the strap 150 is preferably attached to one of the edges of the front portion; the buckle 151 being attached to the opposite portion by means of a strap portion 160 fixed on the front portion 136.
  • the strap is preferably not very extensible or inextensible.
  • a reinforcement yoke in traction 170 is advantageously sewn at the base of the strap portion 160 to improve its tensile strength.
  • the role of the stretch band is to improve the comfort and the holding in place of the protection device.
  • the strip 17 preferably comprises ventilation holes promoting the evacuation of sweat.
  • a padding 16 comparable to the previous mode can also be arranged between the protective element and the flexible body to improve the absorption of shock in the event of a fall.
  • the rigid or semi-rigid protective element 14 is preferably attached to the body 13 by bands 160, 161, 162 forming loops passing through lights 167, 168, 169 formed in the protective element.
  • the means of connection 161, 162, 168, 169 of the main portion 140 are distinct from those 160, 167 of the secondary portion 141; which allows the portions 140, 141 to be placed in look of the projecting parts to be protected when tightening the clamping element 15.
  • the portions adopt protection planes P'1, P'2 which form a certain angle A ' between them depending on the particular morphology and size of each person.
  • Absorbed energy measurement tests were carried out to assess the effectiveness of the protective device of the invention comprising the padding of the invention by comparing it to a similar device comprising a padding traditional foam-based.
  • the device of the invention measured consisted to a knee protection device with padding gel, thick about 10 mm, such as that described with reference to Figures 6 and 7. Then, the device was measured without padding gel. The test is based on the vertical fall of a mass of 5 kg on the device; which covers a shaped anvil hemispherical (100 mm diameter) connected to an effort sensor. The mass travels a distance of 296 mm before impact resulting in an impact speed of 2.4 m / s.
  • the maximum force value undergone by the anvil is recorded after filtration of the parasitic vibrations.
  • the value for a device without padding of the invention could be measured compared to approximately 30,000 N. We aknowledge therefore that the padding according to the invention provides a very significant absorption pressure peaks during an impact and therefore provides particularly protection effective.
  • FIGS 9 and 10 illustrate another embodiment of the invention.
  • the device comprises a flexible body 23 and an internal distribution element 24 rigid or semi-rigid hidden inside the flexible body through a pocket 233 comprising an opening 234.
  • the pocket is formed by two foldable flaps 231, 232 the edges of which are connected to each other by any suitable means, preferably by sewing leaving one side free, preferably the upper side forming the opening 234 for the passage of the distribution element 24.
  • the element 24 is held in place inside the pocket 234 by at least one internal flap 235 under which a portion of the element 24 is threaded.
  • the flap can be part of the front flap 231 as illustrated in figure 10. It could also be attached to the rear flap 232.
  • the pocket is closed by means of closure 236 of the Velcro or equivalent type, one of the functional parts is preferably carried by the flap 235; the other complementary functional part being supported on the opposite flap 232.
  • the flexible shutters 231, 232 are multi-layered.
  • the component front 231 includes an external textile coating 237 resistant to abrasion and a internal padding underlay 260.
  • the covering 237 is advantageously a Kevlar-based textile, chosen for its tear resistance and abrasion which make it a good surface protective material.
  • Underlay 260 is preferably made of foam.
  • the inner layer 238 is a support layer textile forming the tensile-resistant part of the front flap. It extends to inside by flap 235.
  • the rear flap 232 also comprises a support layer 239, preferably external, made of a flexible textile material having either properties moisture absorption or moisture-wicking properties (holes ventilation).
  • the layer 239 is preferably extensible to be able adapt to the morphology of the knee.
  • a padding layer 261, such as a foam, can be provided as a trim on the inside of the rear flap. In a mode possible, this layer is removable by simply being held in place by a second flap 262.
  • yoke comprising a hermetically sealed pouch containing a gel to locally improve the absorption capacity of the device.
  • the yoke can be sewn together on one of the faces of the support layers 238, 239.
  • the removable element 24 is preferably made of a rigid material or semi-rigid plastic or densified foam. Good results have been obtained in choosing a foam based on preformed densified polyethylene.
  • an elbow protection device can also be constructed according to the same principle as that of the invention.
  • the invention can find an application in other sports than those mentioned preferably like snowboarding, hockey, freestyle skiing, etc.

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Abstract

The protector consists of a flexible inner member at least partially covering the part of the body being protected, an outer rigid shell and fasteners (61, 62, 63). The shell is in two or more sections (40, 41) connected by hinges (42) which can be adjusted before fixing with locking elements (5) in the form of straps with buckles or Velcro (RTM) strips. The hinges can be made by zones of reduced thickness.

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L'invention se rapporte à un dispositif de protection contre les chutes, plus particulièrement adapté à la pratique de sports comme le patin à roulettes, le patin à roues en ligne ou la planche à roulettes.The invention relates to a fall protection device, more particularly suitable for sports such as roller skating, roller skating in line wheels or skateboard.

Dans la pratique du patin, il est important de bénéficier d'une grande liberté de mouvement de façon à pouvoir se déplacer efficacement, faire des figures ou des sauts, ou encore exécuter des mouvements de freinage ou d'accélération. Le risque de la pratique provient de ce qu'en cas de perte d'équilibre, le patineur peut chuter sur des surfaces dures et non amorties pouvant provoquer de graves traumatismes. C'est la raison pour laquelle, il a été conçu des accessoires de protection visant à limiter les risques de blessures, notamment aux endroits les plus vulnérables; c'est-à-dire, la tête, les mains, les genoux et les coudes.In the practice of skating, it is important to benefit from a great freedom of movement so that you can move efficiently, make figures or jumps, or perform braking or acceleration movements. The risk of practice comes from the fact that in case of loss of balance, the skater can fall on hard, non-cushioned surfaces that can cause severe trauma. This is the reason why protective accessories have been designed to limit the risk of injury, especially in the most vulnerable places; that is to say, head, hands, knees and elbows.

Les reproches souvent évoqués au sujet de ces accessoires de protection proposés concernent soit leur insuffisante protection en raison d'une conception généralement approximative, soit leur encombrement trop important qui a pour effet de limiter la mobilité des membres, d'apporter trop de chaleur et d'affecter la fluidité des gestes, et l'apparence artistique ou esthétique lors du patinage. En terme de protection, on remarque que les systèmes proposés ne tiennent pas suffisamment compte de ce que les parties à protéger sur une même zone, généralement des parties saillantes, peuvent être multiples et orientées dans des plans distincts les uns des autres. Ainsi, le plus souvent, soit la protection n'est efficace que dans un plan particulier mais inefficace ou insuffisante selon un autre plan, soit la protection est efficace dans tous les plans mais au prix d'un encombrement trop important.The criticisms often raised about these protective accessories proposed concern either their insufficient protection due to a design generally approximate, that is to say their too large bulk which has the effect limit limb mobility, bring too much heat and affect fluidity gestures, and artistic or aesthetic appearance during skating. In terms of protection, we notice that the proposed systems do not hold enough account for what parts to protect in the same area, usually parts protruding, may be multiple and oriented in separate planes each of other. So more often than not, protection is only effective in one plan particular but ineffective or insufficient according to another plan, or protection is effective in all plans but at the cost of too much space.

Les systèmes proposés sont aussi généralement compliqués et longs à enfiler; ce qui les rend rebutant à employer dans toutes les occasions, notamment lors des utilisations courtes ou sans difficultés apparentes. Or, ce sont le plus souvent lors de ces occasions que surviennent les accidents.The systems offered are also generally complicated and time-consuming to put on; this which makes them off-putting to use on all occasions, especially during short uses or without apparent difficulty. However, these are most often during those occasions that accidents happen.

Il existe donc un besoin d'amélioration des systèmes actuels qui vise (1) à rendre ces systèmes plus adaptés à la morphologie des parties du corps à protéger, (2) à réduire l'encombrement pour favoriser la mobilité et, (3) à faciliter la pose de ces systèmes pour rendre leur utilisation incontournable.There is therefore a need to improve current systems which aims (1) to make these systems more suited to the morphology of the parts of the body to be protected, (2) to reduce the size to promote mobility and, (3) to facilitate the installation of these systems to make their use essential.

La demande de brevet WO 97/27768 concerne une protection de poignet et de main comprenant un élément rigidificateur s'étendant de la paume de la main jusqu'en dessous de l'articulation du poignet. L'élément rigidificateur est enfilé dans une poche souple d'un bandage de configuration plane. Le bandage est mis en place par enroulement autour du poignet et est serré au moyen d'une sangle munie d'une attache de type Velcro. Patent application WO 97/27768 relates to wrist and wrist protection hand comprising a stiffening element extending from the palm of the hand to below the wrist joint. The stiffening element is threaded into a flexible pocket with a flat configuration bandage. The bandage is put on by wrapping around the wrist and is tightened by means of a strap provided with a Velcro type fastening.

Le modèle d'utilité DE-U1-297 17 989 concerne une protection de genou comprenant une partie souple en forme sur laquelle est fixée une coque plastique rigide. La partie souple est attachée à la jambe par deux sangles disposées chacune de part et d'autre de l'articulation du genou.Utility model DE-U1-297 17 989 relates to knee protection comprising a flexible shaped part on which is fixed a plastic shell rigid. The flexible part is attached to the leg by two straps each arranged on either side of the knee joint.

Le brevet US 5,526,531 est une protection de poignet comprenant un renfort allongé en forme de I relié par deux sangles sur le bras. Le renfort se prolonge par un doigt de protection rigide du pouce.US patent 5,526,531 is a wrist protection comprising a reinforcement elongated I-shaped connected by two straps on the arm. The reinforcement is extended by a rigid thumb protection finger.

Le brevet US 5,685,013 concerne un dispositif de protection de la main, du poignet et de l'avant bras. Le dispositif qui recouvre une grande partie de l'avant bras par des éléments de rigidification reliés par des sangles est très encombrant et limite la mobilité du bras et de la main.US patent 5,685,013 relates to a device for protecting the hand, the wrist and forearm. The device that covers a large part of the front arm by stiffening elements connected by straps is very bulky and limits the mobility of the arm and hand.

Le brevet US 5,255,391 se rapporte à un manchon de protection de genou comprenant un corps souple, des moyens de rembourrage en matériau résilient et des moyens de fixation détachables pour fixer le manchon autour du genou comprenant deux volets de fixation entourant la jambe de chaque côté du genou.US Patent 5,255,391 relates to a knee protection sleeve comprising a flexible body, padding means of resilient material and detachable fastening means for fixing the sleeve around the knee comprising two fixing flaps surrounding the leg on each side of the knee.

La demande de brevet CA 2,120,176 se rapporte à une protection de genou favorisant la flexion du genou au moyen de deux portions de coques séparées aptes à pivoter autour d'un axe horizontal. Cependant, les coques ne visent qu'à protéger la rotule et elles ne sont pas ajustables au serrage pour protéger des parties en saillies distinctes du genou.Patent application CA 2,120,176 relates to knee protection promoting knee flexion by means of two separate portions of shells suitable for rotate around a horizontal axis. However, the hulls are only intended to protect the ball joint and they are not adjustable to tighten to protect protruding parts separate from the knee.

Les documents US-A-5 600 849 et DE-U-29 510 932 présentent un dispositif recouvrant l'articulation du poignet.Documents US-A-5,600,849 and DE-U-29,510,932 disclose a device covering the wrist joint.

D'autres documents éloignés concernent d'autres dispositifs de protection comme le US 5,611,080 et US 4,190,902.Other distant documents relate to other protective devices like US 5,611,080 and US 4,190,902.

Il est aussi connu un système de protection de poignet distribué dans le commerce sous la marque BiomeX Protection qui comprend deux portions préformées rigides articulées au niveau du poignet pour favoriser la mobilité de celui-ci. L'une des portions vise à protéger la paume de la main tandis que l'autre recouvre une partie interne de l'avant bras. Les portions rigides sont simplement recouvertes d'une fine couche de mousse collée sur le fond des portions préformées. Le serrage se fait au moyen de deux sangles espacées longitudinalement. Le dispositif est donc peu conformable et peu adaptable à la taille de la main du fait de la structure très rigide et de la position de l'articulation qui n'autorise aucun rattrapage de forme ou de taille. Un tel dispositif est aussi encore encombrant, et de mise en place laborieuse.There is also known a wrist protection system distributed in the trade under the BiomeX Protection brand which includes two portions rigid preforms articulated at the wrist to promote mobility this one. One portion is intended to protect the palm of the hand while the other covers an internal part of the forearm. The rigid portions are simply covered with a thin layer of foam glued to the bottom of the preformed portions. The tightening is done by means of two straps spaced longitudinally. The device is therefore not very conformable and not very adaptable to the size of the hand due to the very rigid structure and the position of the joint which does not allow any catching up in shape or size. Such a device is also still bulky, and laborious implementation.

L'un des objets principaux de la présente invention est donc de répondre à ces attentes et de proposer un dispositif de protection incluant des améliorations significatives. Pour cela, l'invention concerne un dispositif de protection de la main qui procure une protection optimale tout en laissant libre les zones d'articulation. Pour cela, il comprend :

  • un corps flexible ayant une portion de paume et une portion de dos entourant, en partie au moins, la main de l'utilisateur ;
  • un élément de protection formé d'un matériau rigide ou semi-rigide localement réparti sur la portion de paume du corps flexible. Le dispositif est délimité en largeur par un premier bord transversal qui est localisé en dessous des articulations phalangiènnes et un second bord transversal opposé qui est localisé au voisinage de l'articulation du poignet.
    • One of the main objects of the present invention is therefore to meet these expectations and to propose a protection device including significant improvements. For this, the invention relates to a hand protection device which provides optimal protection while leaving free the areas of articulation. For this, it includes:
  • a flexible body having a palm portion and a back portion surrounding, at least in part, the user's hand;
  • a protective element formed of a rigid or semi-rigid material locally distributed over the palm portion of the flexible body. The device is delimited in width by a first transverse edge which is located below the phalangeal joints and a second opposite transverse edge which is located in the vicinity of the wrist joint.

    • Ainsi, le dispositif procure une protection optimale de la main; en particulier de la paume sans affecter la mobilité des articulations ; à savoir, l'articulation du poignet et l'articulation des doigts. Un tel dispositif a aussi pour avantage de pouvoir être mis en place de manière plus aisée et plus rapide que les dispositifs de l'art antérieur existant par le fait que les doigts sont laissés libres contrairement aux mitaines ou aux gants de protection.Thus, the device provides optimal protection of the hand; especially from the palm without affecting the mobility of the joints; namely, the wrist joint and the finger joint. Such a device also has the advantage of being able to be set up easier and faster than the devices of the prior art existing by the fact that the fingers are left free unlike mittens or protective gloves.

    Un autre objet de l'invention se rapporte à un dispositif de protection d'au moins deux parties en relief d'un membre, lesquelles parties se prolongent en relief dans des plans angulairement distincts, comprenant :

  • un corps flexible entourant partiellement au moins ledit membre ;
  • un élément de protection formé d'un matériau rigide ou semi-rigide localement réparti sur le corps flexible ;
  • des moyens d'attache de l'élément de protection sur le corps flexible ; et,
  • un élément de serrage du corps flexible autour dudit membre,
    •    caractérisé en ce que l'élément de protection comprend au moins une première portion et une seconde portion liées l'une à l'autre par un moyen d'articulation permettant un ajustement forcé des portions de l'élément de protection en regard des parties en relief à protéger lorsque l'élément de serrage est actionné au serrage.Another object of the invention relates to a device for protecting at least two raised parts of a limb, which parts extend in relief in angularly distinct planes, comprising:
  • a flexible body partially surrounding at least said member;
  • a protective element formed of a rigid or semi-rigid material locally distributed over the flexible body;
  • means for attaching the protective element to the flexible body; and,
  • a clamping element of the flexible body around said member,
    • characterized in that the protective element comprises at least a first portion and a second portion linked to each other by articulation means allowing a forced adjustment of the portions of the protective element opposite the parts in relief to protect when the clamping element is actuated during clamping.

    Ainsi, le dispositif selon l'invention tient mieux compte de la morphologie de la zone à protéger en s'adaptant à celle-ci lors du serrage, tout en limitant l'encombrement au minimum.Thus, the device according to the invention takes better account of the morphology of the area to be protected by adapting to it during tightening, while limiting space requirement.

    Le dispositif selon l'invention peut concerner un dispositif destiné à protéger la main. Dans ce cas, les parties en relief visées plus spécifiquement sont la paume et le tranchant de la main.The device according to the invention may relate to a device intended to protect the hand. In this case, the raised parts targeted more specifically are the palm and the cutting edge of the hand.

    Il peut s'agir aussi d'un dispositif destiné à protéger le genou. Dans ce cas, les parties visées sont la rotule et la tête du péroné.It can also be a device intended to protect the knee. In this case, the affected parts are the patella and head of the fibula.

    Dans tous les cas, les parties à protéger s'étendent en relief dans des plans formant un certain angle de l'un par rapport à l'autre. Le but de l'invention est atteint grâce à la conception de portions articulées de l'élément de protection rigide qui s'adaptent lors du serrage du dispositif autour du membre à protéger.In all cases, the parts to be protected extend in relief in planes forming an angle from one to the other. The object of the invention is achieved by the design of articulated portions of the rigid protective element which adapt when the device is tightened around the limb to be protected.

    Un autre objet de l'invention vise à proposer un dispositif de protection dont l'absorption des chocs est améliorée par rapport aux dispositifs connus de l'art antérieur. Pour cela, l'invention concerne un dispositif comprenant un corps flexible entourant partiellement au moins ledit membre ;

  • un élément de répartition de pression formé d'un matériau rigide ou semi-rigide localement réparti sur le corps flexible ;
  • un rembourrage disposé entre le corps flexible et l'élément de répartition de pression,
    •    caractérisé en ce que ;
  • le rembourrage comprend un volume fermé rempli d'un matériau incompressible gélifié.
    •  Another object of the invention is to propose a protection device whose shock absorption is improved compared to the devices known from the prior art. For this, the invention relates to a device comprising a flexible body partially surrounding at least said member;
  • a pressure distribution element formed of a rigid or semi-rigid material locally distributed on the flexible body;
  • padding disposed between the flexible body and the pressure distribution element,
    • characterized in that;
  • the padding comprises a closed volume filled with an incompressible gelled material.

    • Les avantages évoqués ci-avant de l'invention ainsi que d'autres seront explicités au travers de la description détaillée qui suit au moyen des figures servant à illustrer les meilleurs modes de réalisation.

  • La figure 1 est une vue du côté interne d'une main ; laquelle est habillée par le dispositif de protection selon l'invention
  • la figure 2 est une vue du côté externe de la main ; laquelle est habillée par le dispositif de protection selon l'invention ;
  • la figure 3 est une vue de profil du dispositif des figures 1 et 2 de l'invention lors d'un contact avec le sol ;
  • la figure 4 est une vue en coupe partielle du dispositif selon la ligne IV-IV de la figure 1;
  • la figure 5 est une vue interne du dispositif mis à plat ;
  • la figure 6 est une vue de côté externe d'un dispositif de protection de genou selon l'invention ;
  • la figure 7 est une vue de face du-dispositif de protection de genou de la figure 5;
  • la figure 8 est une vue arrière du dispositif de genou de la figure 6 selon une variante ;
  • la figure 9 est une vue de côté externe d'une variante d'un dispositif de protection de genou selon un autre mode de l'invention ;
  • la figure 10 est une coupe selon la ligne X-X de la vue de la figure 9.
    • The advantages mentioned above of the invention as well as others will be explained through the detailed description which follows by means of the figures used to illustrate the best embodiments.
  • Figure 1 is a view of the inner side of a hand; which is dressed by the protection device according to the invention
  • Figure 2 is a view of the outer side of the hand; which is dressed by the protection device according to the invention;
  • Figure 3 is a side view of the device of Figures 1 and 2 of the invention during contact with the ground;
  • Figure 4 is a partial sectional view of the device along the line IV-IV of Figure 1;
  • Figure 5 is an internal view of the device laid flat;
  • Figure 6 is an external side view of a knee protection device according to the invention;
  • Figure 7 is a front view of the knee protection device of Figure 5;
  • Figure 8 is a rear view of the knee device of Figure 6 according to a variant;
  • Figure 9 is an external side view of a variant of a knee protection device according to another embodiment of the invention;
  • FIG. 10 is a section along line XX of the view in FIG. 9.

    • Le mode de réalisation selon les figures 6 à 10 ne fait pas partie de l'invention.The embodiment according to Figures 6 to 10 is not part of the invention.

    Le dispositif 1 de l'invention est particulièrement adapté à protéger une main 2 comme l'illustrent les figures 1 à 3. Le dispositif comprend un corps principal pliable et souple 3 ayant une portion de paume 30 et une portion de dos 31 entourant la main de l'utilisateur. Le corps forme un manchon souple autour de la main comprenant une ouverture 32 pour le passage du pouce. L'ouverture se situe à une première jonction 33 entre la portion de paume et la portion de dos du corps flexible. Le dispositif est limité en encombrement transversal, d'une part ; par un premier bord transversal 34 localisé juste en retrait des premières articulations phalangiènnes 20 et d'autre part ; par un second bord transversal 35 localisé au voisinage de l'articulation du poignet 21. On comprend que le dispositif laisse une grande liberté de mouvement de la main qui est utile en patinage notamment dans la pratique du patinage dit de « l'aggressive » ou de la planche à roulettes ; où les pratiquants ont besoin d'agripper leur engin à roulettes lors des sauts ou lors de la réalisation de figures. Il est à noter que le dispositif se distingue aussi des dispositifs de protection de poignets plus particulièrement destinés aux patineurs débutants dont l'équilibre arrière mal maítrisé peut entraíner des chutes arrières et conduire à des traumatismes liés à une hyper-extension du poignet. Le présent dispositif vise une protection' allégée de la main pour prévenir les blessures survenant lors des chutes ou glissades sur l'avant ou le côté, fréquentes quel que soit le niveau de patinage.The device 1 of the invention is particularly suitable for protecting a hand 2 as illustrated in Figures 1 to 3. The device comprises a foldable main body and flexible 3 having a palm portion 30 and a back portion 31 surrounding the user's hand. The body forms a flexible sleeve around the hand comprising an opening 32 for the passage of the thumb. The opening is located at a first junction 33 between the palm portion and the back portion of the flexible body. The device is limited in transverse dimensions, on the one hand; by a first transverse edge 34 located just behind the first phalangeal joints 20 and on the other hand; by a second transverse edge 35 located in the vicinity of the wrist joint 21. It is understood that the device leaves great freedom of hand movement which is useful in skating especially in the practice of so-called "aggressive" skating or skateboarding; where practitioners have need to grab their skateboard when jumping or when performing FIGS. It should be noted that the device is also distinguished from the protective devices. wrists more particularly intended for beginner skaters whose balance poorly controlled rear can cause rear falls and lead to trauma linked to hyper-extension of the wrist. This device seeks protection ' lightened hand to prevent injuries from falling or slipping on the front or the side, frequent whatever the level of skating.

    Le corps flexible 3 a essentiellement pour fonction d'assurer un bon enveloppement de la partie de main qu'il recouvre, en procurant une bonne tenue et un bon confort. Le dispositif comprend d'autre part un élément de protection 4 formé d'un matériau semi-rigide ou rigide résistant à l'abrasion disposé extérieurement et localement réparti sur la portion de paume 30 du corps flexible 3. L'élément 4 assure la protection contre les chocs en répartissant la pression. Etant localisé à l'extérieur, il a aussi pour rôle de protéger la main des frottements sur le sol.The flexible body 3 essentially has the function of ensuring good wrapping of the hand part which it covers, providing good hold and good comfort. The device also comprises a protective element 4 formed of a semi-rigid or rigid abrasion-resistant material arranged externally and locally distributed over the palm portion 30 of the flexible body 3. Element 4 provides protection against impact by distributing the pressure. Being located outside, it also has the role of protecting the hand from friction on the ground.

    L'élément 4 comprend une portion principale 40 recouvrant sensiblement la paume et une portion de côté 41 se prolongeant jusqu'au niveau d'une seconde jonction 36 entre la portion de paume et la portion de dos du corps flexible. Cette jonction 36 est disposée en regard de la région du tranchant 22 de la main. Les portions 40, 41 sont reliées entre elles par une articulation 42 favorisant l'orientation des portions 40, 41 sensiblement selon des plans respectifs P1, P2 de protection distincts formant un angle A, après serrage du dispositif sur la main. En particulier, la portion principale 40 et la portion secondaire 41 sont reliées par une zone d'affaiblissement de section transversale s'étendant sensiblement du premier bord transversal 34 au second bord transversal 35 du dispositif. Bien entendu, l'articulation pourrait être réalisée de manière différente comme par des moyens mécaniques séparés des portions de l'élément de protection. L'articulation pourrait aussi être multiple dans le sens transversal de façon à affiner la conformation des portions à la morphologie de la main.The element 4 comprises a main portion 40 substantially covering the palm and a side portion 41 extending to the level of one second junction 36 between the palm portion and the back portion of the flexible body. This junction 36 is arranged opposite the cutting edge region 22 of the hand. The portions 40, 41 are interconnected by an articulation 42 favoring the orientation portions 40, 41 substantially along respective protection planes P1, P2 distinct forming an angle A, after tightening the device on the hand. In particular, the main portion 40 and the secondary portion 41 are connected by a zone weakening cross section extending substantially from the first edge transverse 34 to the second transverse edge 35 of the device. Of course, the articulation could be achieved in a different way as by means mechanical parts separated from the protective element. The joint could also be multiple in the transverse direction so as to refine the conformation of portions to the morphology of the hand.

    Le serrage du corps flexible 3 est assuré par un élément de serrage 5. De préférence, l'élément de serrage comprend un moyen de fixation à attache rapide. Il est avantageux de disposer l'élément de serrage dans la région du dos de la main pour des raisons de facilité de manipulation. La portion de dos 31 comprend une discontinuité formée par une première extrémité libre 37 et une seconde extrémité libre 38 qui sont reliées entre elles par le moyen de fixation à attache rapide. La première extrémité libre 37 et la seconde extrémité libre 38 sont reliées entre elles par un ensemble sangle/boucle. Une sangle 50 est rattachée sur une des extrémités 37. Une boucle 51 est rattachée sur l'extrémité opposée 38 pour permettre le renvoi de la sangle 50. Un élément de fixation détachable rapide 53 du type Velcro ou équivalent assure la fixation de l'extrémité libre 52 de la sangle avec la portion de dos. La sangle 50 est formée d'un matériau flexible et résistant à la traction. Il est de préférence inextensible bien qu'une portion ou la totalité puisse être faite dans un matériau élastique permettant une extension limitée.The clamping of the flexible body 3 is ensured by a clamping element 5. From preferably, the clamping member includes a quick attach fastening means. he it is advantageous to have the clamping element in the region of the back of the hand for reasons of ease of handling. The back portion 31 includes a discontinuity formed by a first free end 37 and a second end free 38 which are interconnected by the quick-attach fastening means. The first free end 37 and the second free end 38 are interconnected by a strap / buckle assembly. A strap 50 is attached to one of the ends 37. A loop 51 is attached to the opposite end 38 to allow the return of the strap 50. A quick-release fastening element 53 of the Velcro type or equivalent secures the free end 52 of the strap with the back portion. The strap 50 is formed from a flexible and tensile-resistant material. It is preferably inextensible although a portion or the whole can be made of a material elastic allowing limited extension.

    Comme le montre la figure 4, de préférence, le corps flexible 3 comprend un rembourrage 6 localisé sous l'élément rigide ou semi-rigide 4. Le rembourrage vise à amortir les chocs lors d'une chute et à améliorer le confort du dispositif. De préférence, le rembourrage comprend au moins une zone délimitant un volume fermé 63 rempli d'un matériau incompressible gélifié tel qu'un matériau à base d'un polymère silicone ou polyuréthanne. Un tel rembourrage procure une amélioration très significative de l'absorption des chocs en cas de chute et en tout cas supérieure au rembourrage utilisé traditionnellement pour ce type de dispositif. Le matériau présente un état physique dont les propriétés se situent entre un liquide et un solide. Il est formé d'une structure en réseau tridimensionnel dispersé dans une phase liquide homogène avec interpénétration des phases entre elles. Le matériau est utilisé pour sa capacité de fluage importante à une vitesse donnée permettant une répartition des pressions et une absorption de l'énergie de choc. Le gel est préférablement contenu dans une enveloppe formée d'un film hermétiquement scellé tel qu'un film de polyuréthanne. L'épaisseur de l'enveloppe contenant le gel peut varier entre 3 et 12 mm selon les besoins. L'épaisseur peut être choisie plus importante pour une protection du genou, par exemple, où les chocs sont plus violents en raison de la masse en chute que pour la protection de la main où la masse est moindre. La combinaison de l'élément de protection 4 et d'une couche de gel 63 est une caractéristique importante de l'invention. En effet, l'élément de protection joue un rôle de plaque de répartition de pression; pression qui est ensuite en partie absorbée par la couche de gel.As shown in Figure 4, preferably, the flexible body 3 comprises a padding 6 located under the rigid or semi-rigid element 4. The padding aims to absorb shock during a fall and improve the comfort of the device. Of preferably, the padding comprises at least one zone delimiting a volume closed 63 filled with a gelled incompressible material such as a material based on a silicone or polyurethane polymer. Such padding provides an improvement very significant shock absorption in the event of a fall and in any case greater padding traditionally used for this type of device. The material presents a physical state whose properties lie between a liquid and a solid. It is made up of a three-dimensional network structure dispersed in one phase homogeneous liquid with interpenetration of the phases between them. The material is used for its large creep capacity at a given speed allowing a distribution of pressures and absorption of impact energy. The gel is preferably contained in an envelope formed by a hermetically sealed film such as a polyurethane film. The thickness of the envelope containing the gel can vary between 3 and 12 mm as required. Thickness can be chosen more important for knee protection, for example, where shocks are more violent because of the falling mass only for the protection of the hand where the mass is less. The combination of protective element 4 and a layer of gel 63 is an important feature of the invention. Indeed, the protective element acts as a pressure distribution plate; pressure which is then partly absorbed by the gel layer.

    Le rembourrage peut aussi être complété par une ou plusieurs couches de mousse 64 protégée entre deux couches de tissu 65, 66 superposées. Une épaisseur de quelques millimètres d'une mousse à base de polyuréthanne ou de polyéthylène procure une bonne absorption complémentaire à la couche de matériau gélifié. La mousse vise aussi un rôle de confort et d'enveloppement amélioré de la partie à protéger.The padding can also be completed with one or more layers of foam 64 protected between two layers of fabric 65, 66 superimposed. A thickness of a few millimeters of polyurethane or polyethylene-based foam provides good absorption complementary to the layer of gelled material. The foam also aims at a role of comfort and improved wrapping of the part to protect.

    Selon une autre caractéristique intéressante de l'invention, l'élément de protection rigide ou semi-rigide comprend un bord inférieur 43 qui est incurvé de façon à former une gouttière concave 44 s'étendant à proximité du bord 43 et de manière sensiblement parallèle à celui-ci. Le bord inférieur 43 de l'élément rigide est lui-même localisé au voisinage de l'articulation de poignet ou encore au voisinage du premier bord transversal 35 du dispositif. Lors d'une chute, la gouttière a pour rôle de maintenir la main dans une configuration relevée. Comme le montre la figure 3, plus précisément, lorsque le dispositif entre au contact du sol, la gouttière forme sensiblement deux zones de contact 45, 46 séparées transversalement sur lesquelles se fait l'appui de la main à proximité du poignet. Les doigts restent donc relevés par rapport au sol. L'effet est d'autant plus efficace que la gouttière se prolonge transversalement sur le reste de l'élément de protection par une surface convexe 47. Cette surface convexe a pour effet de ramener la main en appui sur la gouttière, de maintenir les doigts relevés par rapport au sol et donc de les protéger lors d'une glissade sur le sol.According to another advantageous characteristic of the invention, the element of rigid or semi-rigid protection comprises a lower edge 43 which is curved so as to form a concave gutter 44 extending near the edge 43 and substantially parallel thereto. The lower edge 43 of the rigid element is itself located in the vicinity of the wrist joint or in the vicinity of the first transverse edge 35 of the device. The role of the gutter during a fall to maintain the hand in a raised configuration. As shown in Figure 3, more precisely, when the device comes into contact with the ground, the gutter forms substantially two contact zones 45, 46 separated transversely on which supports the hand near the wrist. The fingers therefore remain raised by report to the ground. The effect is all the more effective the longer the gutter transversely over the rest of the protective element by a convex surface 47. This convex surface has the effect of bringing the hand resting on the gutter, keep the fingers raised from the ground and therefore protect them during a slip on the ground.

    D'une manière générale, le dispositif présente une géométrie qui tient compte de la forme de la paume de la main. Ainsi, le premier bord transversal 34 et le second bord transversal 35 s'évasent transversalement l'un par rapport à l'autre à partir de la région du tranchant de la main en direction de la région du pouce. Cet évasement progressif est sensiblement proportionnel à l'élargissement naturel de la paume de la main.Generally, the device has a geometry that takes into account in the shape of the palm of the hand. Thus, the first transverse edge 34 and the second transverse edge 35 flares transversely with respect to each other from the cutting edge region of the hand toward the thumb region. This flare progressive is substantially proportional to the natural widening of the palm of the hand.

    De préférence, l'élément rigide ou semi-rigide n'est pas lié sur toute sa surface à la surface du corps flexible pour des raisons de compatibilité de fixation et de flexibilité du dispositif. Cependant, l'élément rigide ou semi-rigide est lié localement sur le corps flexible. En particulier, il est important que la portion principale 40 et la portion secondaire 41 soient liées indépendamment sur le corps flexible de façon que lors du serrage du corps flexible autour de la main, les portions 40, 41 puissent s'orienter et s'ajuster à la taille de la main. Ainsi, une solution avantageuse consiste à prévoir que l'élément de protection rigide ou semi-rigide est lié par des bandes 60, 61, 62 formant des boucles fixées au corps flexible et qui passent au travers de lumières 67, 68, 69 ménagées sur les bords de l'élément de protection. Par exemple, l'extrémité de la portion secondaire 41, de faible largeur, est reliée par une bande 60 sur le corps flexible ; alors que l'extrémité de la portion principale, plus large, comprend deux bandes 61, 62 de fixation, espacées transversalement. La boucle 51 de l'élément de serrage 5 peut avantageusement être reliée à l'extrémité libre 38 par la bande 60 qui assure ainsi une double fonction. De même, à l'opposé du dispositif, la bande 61 de rattachement de l'élément de protection se prolonge pour former la bande 50 de l'élément de serrage 5. La fixation sur le corps flexible de la bande 50, 61 peut se faire, de préférence, par une couture 54.Preferably, the rigid or semi-rigid element is not bound over its entire surface to the flexible body surface for reasons of fixing compatibility and flexibility of the device. However, the rigid or semi-rigid element is locally linked on the flexible body. In particular, it is important that the main portion 40 and the secondary portion 41 are independently linked on the flexible body so that when tightening the flexible body around the hand, the portions 40, 41 can orient and adjust to the size of the hand. So an advantageous solution is to providing that the rigid or semi-rigid protective element is linked by bands 60, 61, 62 forming loops fixed to the flexible body and which pass through lights 67, 68, 69 formed on the edges of the protective element. For example, the end of the secondary portion 41, of small width, is connected by a strip 60 on the flexible body; while the end of the main portion, wider, comprises two fixing bands 61, 62, spaced transversely. Loop 51 of the clamping element 5 can advantageously be connected to the free end 38 by the band 60 which thus performs a dual function. Similarly, opposite to the device, the band 61 for attachment of the protective element extends to form the band 50 of the clamping element 5. The attachment to the flexible body of the band 50, 61 can be done, preferably, by a seam 54.

    On peut noter que le corps flexible est préférablement réalisé en matériau respirant tel que les tissus, les mousses, le cuir, ou les combinaisons de ces matériaux. L'utilisation de tissus élastiques perforés ou à larges mailles est préférée dans les zones non rembourrées en contact direct avec la main pour favoriser la tenue et la respirabilité, comme sur la portion de dos 31. Dans les zones rembourrées, on préférera les tissus souples moins extensibles, absorbants, et au touché confortable. Le corps flexible est préformé après réalisation d'un patron approprié, découpage et assemblage par couture et/ou collage.It can be noted that the flexible body is preferably made of material breathable such as fabrics, foams, leather, or combinations of these materials. The use of elastic perforated or wide mesh fabrics is preferred in non-padded areas in direct contact with the hand to promote hold and breathability, as on the back portion 31. In the padded areas, prefer soft fabrics that are less stretchy, absorbent and have a comfortable feel. The flexible body is preformed after making an appropriate pattern, cutting and assembly by sewing and / or gluing.

    La figure 5 montre le dispositif dans une configuration ouverte lorsque la sangle 50 est détachée de la boucle 51. Dans sa conception, le corps flexible comprend une première partie 70 de forme trapézoïdale munie du rembourrage et une seconde partie 71 sensiblement triangulaire en matériau textile plus fin, de préférence en tissu aéré. Les deux parties 70, 71 sont assemblées au niveau de la ligne de jonction 33 dans la région de l'ouverture du pouce 32. La première partie se présente comme une poche de tissu. Elle constitue la portion de paume 30 et remonte sur les côtés pour former une partie des bords de la portion de dos de la main. Sensiblement au centre de la partie 70 est rapporté un empiècement correspondant à la couche de gel 63. L'empiècement peut être disposé soit sur la surface interne de la partie 70 en contact avec la main comme l'illustre la figure 5, soit entre la partie 70 et l'élément de protection 6 comme dans le cas de la figure 4. Dans tous les cas, cet empiècement est, de préférence, relié par couture sur le corps flexible. Le rembourrage de mousse se prolonge préférablement au-delà du contour de l'empiècement pour garnir la totalité de la poche formant la partie 70.Figure 5 shows the device in an open configuration when the strap 50 is detached from buckle 51. In its design, the flexible body includes a first part 70 of trapezoidal shape provided with padding and a second part 71 substantially triangular in finer textile material, preferably in fabric ventilated. The two parts 70, 71 are assembled at the junction line 33 in the region of the thumb opening 32. The first part looks like a fabric pocket. It constitutes the palm portion 30 and goes up on the sides to form part of the edges of the back portion of the hand. Noticeably in the center from part 70, an insert corresponding to the gel layer 63 is added. The yoke can be placed either on the internal surface of the part 70 in contact with your hand as illustrated in figure 5, i.e. between part 70 and the element of protection 6 as in the case of FIG. 4. In all cases, this yoke is, preferably connected by sewing on the flexible body. The foam padding is preferably extends beyond the outline of the yoke to garnish the whole of the pocket forming the part 70.

    L'élément de protection est, quant à lui, réalisé en matériau plastique, métallique ou caoutchouc. De préférence, il s'agit d'un plastique injecté en forme tel qu'un plastique polyuréthanne, polypropylène ou polyamide. Le plastique peut être chargé de fibres pour augmenter sa résistance. Il peut aussi s'agir d'un plastique thermodurcissable tel qu'un époxyde ou un polyester renforcé fibres. Il peut aussi s'agir d'une plaque d'aluminium. On peut prévoir que l'élément de protection comprenne des trous 49 de façon à promouvoir l'aération et la circulation d'air au travers du dispositif.The protective element is, in turn, made of plastic material, metallic or rubber. Preferably, it is a plastic injected in the form such than polyurethane, polypropylene or polyamide plastic. Plastic can be loaded with fibers to increase its resistance. It can also be a plastic thermosetting such as epoxy or fiber reinforced polyester. He can too be an aluminum plate. It can be foreseen that the protective element includes holes 49 to promote ventilation and air circulation at the across the device.

    L'invention peut aussi se rapporter à d'autres accessoires de protection concernant d'autres parties du corps. Dans un autre mode préféré de l'invention illustré aux figures 7 à 8, le dispositif sert à protéger le genou; et plus spécifiquement, la rotule et la tête du péroné, l'une et l'autre étant des parties saillantes particulièrement exposées lors d'une chute en patin. Ces parties ont aussi pour particularité de se prolonger dans des plans différents ; la rotule étant sensiblement dans le plan longitudinal I-I' de la jambe alors que la tête du péroné se trouve dans un plan décalé sur le côté d'un angle voisin de 90 degrés par rapport au plan longitudinal. Les figures 7 à 8 montrent en détail le dispositif de protection du genou proposé comme meilleur mode de réalisation. Dans un but de simplification, les références aux dessins seront utilisées pour désigner les mêmes moyens auxquels est ajouté le préfixe « 1 ». Ainsi, le dispositif sera désigné 11, le corps flexible sera désigné 13 et l'élément de protection rigide ou semi-rigide sera désigné 14 et ainsi de suite.The invention may also relate to other protective accessories concerning other parts of the body. In another preferred embodiment of the invention illustrated in figures 7 to 8, the device serves to protect the knee; and more specifically, the patella and head of the fibula, both of which are protruding parts particularly exposed during a fall in skating. These parts also have peculiarity of extending into different planes; the patella being substantially in the longitudinal plane I-I 'of the leg while the head of the fibula is in a plane offset on the side by an angle close to 90 degrees relative to the plane longitudinal. Figures 7 to 8 show in detail the knee protection device proposed as the best embodiment. For the sake of simplification, the references to the drawings will be used to designate the same means to which is added the prefix "1". Thus, the device will be designated 11, the flexible body will be designated 13 and the rigid or semi-rigid protective element will be designated 14 and so after.

    La protection contre les chocs est assurée par l'élément de protection 14 qui comprend deux portions distinctes 140, 141 articulées entre elles. La portion principale 140 a une forme sensiblement ovoïde et légèrement bombée pour couvrir la rotule. La portion secondaire 141 qui vise à recouvrir la tête du péroné 7 est décalée latéralement et vers le bas par rapport à la position de la portion principale 140 sur le dispositif. Les portions 140, 141 sont reliées entre elles par une ligne d'affaiblissement de section 142 s'étendant de manière inclinée par rapport au plan longitudinal I-I' du dispositif. L'inclinaison peut varier entre 0 et 90 degrés environ. La ligne n'est pas nécessairement parfaitement rectiligne mais une certaine courbure est tolérée.Protection against shocks is provided by the protective element 14 which comprises two separate portions 140, 141 hinged together. The part principal 140 has a substantially ovoid shape and slightly domed to cover the kneecap. The secondary portion 141 which aims to cover the head of the fibula 7 is laterally and downwardly offset from the position of the main portion 140 on the device. The portions 140, 141 are interconnected by a line section 142 attenuation inclined to the plane longitudinal I-I 'of the device. The inclination can vary between 0 and 90 degrees approximately. The line is not necessarily perfectly straight but a certain curvature is tolerated.

    Le corps flexible 13 sur lequel est fixé en trois endroits l'élément de protection 14 comprend une première portion préformée 136 et une seconde portion préformée 137 prolongeant la première verticalement et qui forme un rebord destiné à coiffer la partie supérieure de la rotule pour améliorer la tenue du dispositif sur le genou. Cette géométrie particulière permet de n'utiliser qu'un seul élément de serrage 15, de préférence disposé à la base de la première portion préformée 136. L'élément de serrage est une sangle de même nature que dans le mode qui précède. La sangle est prévue pour entourer le haut du mollet juste en dessous de l'articulation du genou. L'utilisation d'une seule sangle présente de nombreux avantages. Entre autres, la mise en place du dispositif est rendue beaucoup plus rapide. De plus, la flexion de la jambe au niveau du genou ne cause aucune gène ni ne perturbe l'application du dispositif sur le genou comme ce peut être le cas avec deux sangles disposées de part et d'autre de l'articulation.The flexible body 13 on which the protection element is fixed in three places 14 includes a first preformed portion 136 and a second preformed portion 137 extending the first vertically and which forms a rim intended to cap the upper part of the kneecap to improve the grip of the device on the knee. This particular geometry makes it possible to use only one clamping element 15, of preferably arranged at the base of the first preformed portion 136. The element of tightening is a strap of the same kind as in the preceding mode. The strap is designed to surround the upper calf just below the knee joint. The use of a single strap has many advantages. Among others, the setting up the device is made much faster. In addition, the bending of the leg at knee level does not cause any discomfort or interfere with the application of knee device as can be the case with two straps arranged on the side and other of the joint.

    Comme le montre plus précisément le mode de réalisation de la figure 8, la tenue du dispositif peut avantageusement être complétée par une bande extensible arrière de maintien 17 rattachée, de préférence par couture, de part et d'autre des portions avants 136, 137. De préférence, la bande forme un manchon continu élastique muni d'une échancrure supérieure 18 pour le passage de la jambe. La bande comprend une portion interne 19, destinée à s'ajuster au contact du genou, recouvrant la surface interne des portions avants 136, 137. L'élément de serrage 15 formé par l'ensemble sangle 150 / boucle 151 / Velcro 153 entoure transversalement la bande extensible de façon à assurer l'ajustement à la taille de la bande extensible. La sangle 150 est préférablement rattachée sur l'un des bords de la portion avant; la boucle 151 étant rattachée sur la portion opposée au moyen d'une portion de sangle 160 fixée sur la portion avant 136. La sangle est préférablement peu extensible ou inextensible. Un empiècement de renforcement en traction 170 est avantageusement cousu à la base de la portion de sangle 160 pour améliorer sa résistance à la traction. La bande extensible a pour rôle d'améliorer le confort et la tenue en place du dispositif de protection. La bande 17 comprend préférablement des trous d'aération favorisant l'évacuation de la sueur.As shown more precisely in the embodiment of FIG. 8, the holding the device can advantageously be supplemented by an extendable band retaining rear 17 attached, preferably by sewing, on either side of the front portions 136, 137. Preferably, the strip forms a continuous sleeve elastic provided with an upper notch 18 for the passage of the leg. The band includes an internal portion 19, intended to adjust in contact with the knee, covering the internal surface of the front portions 136, 137. The clamping element 15 formed by the strap 150 / buckle 151 / Velcro 153 assembly surrounds transversely the stretch band so as to ensure adjustment to the size of the stretch band. The strap 150 is preferably attached to one of the edges of the front portion; the buckle 151 being attached to the opposite portion by means of a strap portion 160 fixed on the front portion 136. The strap is preferably not very extensible or inextensible. A reinforcement yoke in traction 170 is advantageously sewn at the base of the strap portion 160 to improve its tensile strength. The role of the stretch band is to improve the comfort and the holding in place of the protection device. The strip 17 preferably comprises ventilation holes promoting the evacuation of sweat.

    Un rembourrage 16 comparable au mode précédent peut aussi être disposé entre l'élément de protection et le corps flexible pour améliorer l'absorption des chocs en cas de chute.A padding 16 comparable to the previous mode can also be arranged between the protective element and the flexible body to improve the absorption of shock in the event of a fall.

    L'élément de protection rigide ou semi-rigide 14 est, de préférence rattaché au corps 13 par des bandes 160, 161, 162 formant des boucles passant au travers de lumières 167, 168, 169 ménagées dans l'élément de protection. Les moyens de liaison 161, 162, 168, 169 de la portion principale 140 sont distincts de ceux 160, 167 de la portion secondaire 141 ; ce qui permet une mise en place des portions 140, 141 en regard des parties saillantes à protéger lors du serrage de l'élément de serrage 15. Les portions adoptent des plans de protection P'1, P'2 qui forment un certain angle A' entre eux fonction de la morphologie particulière et de la taille de chaque personne.The rigid or semi-rigid protective element 14 is preferably attached to the body 13 by bands 160, 161, 162 forming loops passing through lights 167, 168, 169 formed in the protective element. The means of connection 161, 162, 168, 169 of the main portion 140 are distinct from those 160, 167 of the secondary portion 141; which allows the portions 140, 141 to be placed in look of the projecting parts to be protected when tightening the clamping element 15. The portions adopt protection planes P'1, P'2 which form a certain angle A ' between them depending on the particular morphology and size of each person.

    Des essais de mesure de l'énergie absorbée ont été réalisés pour évaluer l'efficacité du dispositif de protection de l'invention comprenant le rembourrage de l'invention en le comparant à un dispositif similaire comprenant un rembourrage traditionnel à base de mousse. Pour cela, le dispositif de l'invention mesuré consistait à un dispositif de protection du genou avec gel de rembourrage, d'épaisseur d'environ 10 mm, tel que celui décrit en référence aux figures 6 et 7. Puis, le dispositif a été mesuré sans gel de rembourrage. Le test est basé sur la chute verticale d'une masse de 5 kilogrammes sur le dispositif ; lequel recouvre une enclume de forme hémisphérique (diamètre de 100 mm) reliée à un capteur d'effort. La masse parcourt une distance de 296 mm avant impact entraínant une vitesse à l'impact de 2,4 m/s. On enregistre la valeur de force maximale subie par l'enclume après filtration des vibrations parasites. Pour le dispositif de l'invention, on a pu mesurer une valeur de force maximale d'environ 4350 N. La valeur pour un dispositif sans le rembourrage de l'invention a pu être mesurée comparativement à 30 000 N environ. On constate donc que le rembourrage selon l'invention procure une absorption très significative des crêtes de pression lors d'un choc et procure donc une protection particulièrement efficace.Absorbed energy measurement tests were carried out to assess the effectiveness of the protective device of the invention comprising the padding of the invention by comparing it to a similar device comprising a padding traditional foam-based. For this, the device of the invention measured consisted to a knee protection device with padding gel, thick about 10 mm, such as that described with reference to Figures 6 and 7. Then, the device was measured without padding gel. The test is based on the vertical fall of a mass of 5 kg on the device; which covers a shaped anvil hemispherical (100 mm diameter) connected to an effort sensor. The mass travels a distance of 296 mm before impact resulting in an impact speed of 2.4 m / s. The maximum force value undergone by the anvil is recorded after filtration of the parasitic vibrations. For the device of the invention, it was possible to measure a value of maximum force of approximately 4350 N. The value for a device without padding of the invention could be measured compared to approximately 30,000 N. We aknowledge therefore that the padding according to the invention provides a very significant absorption pressure peaks during an impact and therefore provides particularly protection effective.

    Les figures 9 et 10 illustrent un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention. Le dispositif comprend un corps flexible 23 et un élément de répartition 24 interne rigide ou semi-rigide caché à l'intérieur du corps flexible au travers d'une poche 233 comprenant une ouverture 234. La poche est formée de deux volets pliables 231, 232 dont les bords sont raccordés l'un à l'autre par tout moyen approprié, de préférence par couture laissant libre un côté, de préférence le côté supérieur formant l'ouverture 234 pour le passage de l'élément de répartition 24. L'élément 24 est maintenu en place à l'intérieur de la poche 234 par au moins un rabat interne 235 sous lequel une portion de l'élément 24 est enfilée. Le rabat peut faire partie du volet avant 231 comme l'illustre la figure 10. Il pourrait aussi être attaché au volet arrière 232. La poche est fermée par un moyen de fermeture 236 du type Velcro ou équivalent dont une des parties fonctionnelles est, de préférence, portée par le rabat 235 ; l'autre partie fonctionnelle complémentaire étant supportée sur le volet opposé 232.Figures 9 and 10 illustrate another embodiment of the invention. The device comprises a flexible body 23 and an internal distribution element 24 rigid or semi-rigid hidden inside the flexible body through a pocket 233 comprising an opening 234. The pocket is formed by two foldable flaps 231, 232 the edges of which are connected to each other by any suitable means, preferably by sewing leaving one side free, preferably the upper side forming the opening 234 for the passage of the distribution element 24. The element 24 is held in place inside the pocket 234 by at least one internal flap 235 under which a portion of the element 24 is threaded. The flap can be part of the front flap 231 as illustrated in figure 10. It could also be attached to the rear flap 232. The pocket is closed by means of closure 236 of the Velcro or equivalent type, one of the functional parts is preferably carried by the flap 235; the other complementary functional part being supported on the opposite flap 232.

    Les volets souples 231, 232 sont multi-couches. Préférentiellement, le volet avant 231 comprend un revêtement textile externe 237 résistant à l'abrasion et une sous-couche interne de rembourrage 260. Le revêtement 237 est avantageusement un textile à base de kevlar, choisi pour ses propriétés de résistance à la déchirure et à l'abrasion qui en font un bon matériau de protection superficiel. La sous-couche 260 est préférentiellement en mousse. La couche interne 238 est une couche de support textile formant la partie résistante à la traction du volet avant. Elle se prolonge à l'intérieur par le rabat 235.The flexible shutters 231, 232 are multi-layered. Preferably, the component front 231 includes an external textile coating 237 resistant to abrasion and a internal padding underlay 260. The covering 237 is advantageously a Kevlar-based textile, chosen for its tear resistance and abrasion which make it a good surface protective material. Underlay 260 is preferably made of foam. The inner layer 238 is a support layer textile forming the tensile-resistant part of the front flap. It extends to inside by flap 235.

    Le volet arrière 232 comprend aussi une couche de support 239, de préférence externe, réalisée dans une matière souple textile ayant soit des propriétés d'absorption d'humidité soit des propriétés d'évacuation de l'humidité (trous d'aération prévus). La couche 239 est de préférence extensible pour pouvoir s'adapter à la morphologie du genou. Une couche de rembourrage 261, telle qu'une mousse, peut être prévue en garniture de l'intérieur du volet arrière. Dans un mode possible, cette couche est amovible en étant simplement maintenue en place par un second rabat 262.The rear flap 232 also comprises a support layer 239, preferably external, made of a flexible textile material having either properties moisture absorption or moisture-wicking properties (holes ventilation). The layer 239 is preferably extensible to be able adapt to the morphology of the knee. A padding layer 261, such as a foam, can be provided as a trim on the inside of the rear flap. In a mode possible, this layer is removable by simply being held in place by a second flap 262.

    D'autres couches de support ou de rembourrage pourraient être prévus sur l'un ou l'autre des volets. C'est ainsi que l'on peut ajouter un empiècement comprenant une poche hermétiquement fermée contenant un gel afin d'améliorer localement le pouvoir d'absorption du dispositif. L'empiècement peut être cousu indifféremment sur l'une des faces des couches de support 238, 239.Other layers of support or padding could be provided on one either side of the shutters. This is how we can add a yoke comprising a hermetically sealed pouch containing a gel to locally improve the absorption capacity of the device. The yoke can be sewn together on one of the faces of the support layers 238, 239.

    L'élément amovible 24 est, de préférence, constitué d'un matériau rigide ou semi-rigide en plastique ou en mousse densifiée. De bons résultats ont été obtenus en choisissant une mousse à base de polyéthylène densifiée préformée.The removable element 24 is preferably made of a rigid material or semi-rigid plastic or densified foam. Good results have been obtained in choosing a foam based on preformed densified polyethylene.

    Dans l'exemple figuré, deux éléments de serrage 250, 251 sont raccordés sur le corps flexible. Toutefois, un seul élément pourrait être envisagé comme dans les modes précédents.In the example shown, two clamping elements 250, 251 are connected to the flexible body. However, only one element could be considered as in the previous modes.

    Bien entendu l'invention n'est pas limitée aux exemples des modes de réalisation préférés ci-dessus décrits mais peut englober d'autres modes possibles. Par exemple, un dispositif de protection du coude peut aussi être construit selon le même principe que celui de l'invention.Of course, the invention is not limited to the examples of the modes of preferred embodiments described above but may include other possible modes. For example, an elbow protection device can also be constructed according to the same principle as that of the invention.

    L'invention peut trouver une application dans d'autres sports que ceux évoqués préférentiellement comme le surf de neige, le hockey, le ski acrobatique, etc.The invention can find an application in other sports than those mentioned preferably like snowboarding, hockey, freestyle skiing, etc.

    Claims (12)

    1. Protective device adapted to protect the hand when skating, having:
      a flexible body (3) having a palm portion (30) and a back portion (31) at least partially surrounding the user's hand (2);
      a protective element (4) made of a rigid or semi-rigid material locally distributed on the palm portion (30) of the flexible body (3); characterized in that,
      the device is demarcated in width by a first transverse edge (35) that is located under the phalangeal articulations (20) and a second opposite transverse edge (34) that is located in the vicinity of the articulation of the wrist (21) without affecting the mobility of the articulation of the wrist and fingers.
    2. Protective device according to claim 1, characterized in that it has an opening (32) for the thumb passage positioned at a first junction (33) between the palm portion (30) and the back portion (31) of the flexible body.
    3. Protective device according to claim 2, characterized in that the protective element (4) has a main portion (40) substantially covering the palm and a side portion (41) positioned at a second junction between the palm portion (30) and the back portion (31) of the flexible body, which is located in the area of the edge (22) of the hand.
    4. Protective device according to claim 3, characterized in that the main portion (40) and the secondary portion (41) are connected together by at least one transverse section reducing zone (42) extending from the first transverse edge (34) to the second transverse edge (35).
    5. Protective device according to claim 1, characterized in that the back portion (31) has a discontinuity formed by a first end (36) and a second end (37) connected together by a quick attachment affixing means.
    6. Protective device according to claim 5, characterized in that the first end (36) and the second end (37) are connected together by an assembly having a strap (50) attached on one of the ends (36), a buckle (51) attached on the opposing end (37) allowing the strap to return, and a detachable affixing element (53) of VELCRO or equivalent type.
    7. Protective device according to claim 1, characterized in that at least a part of the palm portion (30) covered by the rigid or semi-rigid protective element (4) has a padding (6).
    8. Protective device according to claim 7, characterized in that the padding (6) has a closed volume filled with a non-compressible gelled material.
    9. Protective device according to claim 1, characterized in that the rigid or semi-rigid protective element (4) has a lower edge (43) located in proximity to the articulation of the wrist (21), curving inwardly so as to form a concave gutter (44) extending in proximity to said edge (43) and substantially in parallel to said edge.
    10. Protective device according to claim 9, characterized in that the gutter (44) is extended along the remainder of the protective element by a convex surface (47) in all directions.
    11. Protective device according to claim 1, characterized in that the first transverse edge (35) and the second transverse edge (36) of the device flare with respect to one another from the area of the edge (22) of the hand in the direction of the thumb area, taking into account in a substantially proportionate manner the widening of the palm of the hand.
    12. Protective device according to claim 1, characterized in that the rigid or semi-rigid protective element (4) is connected to the flexible body (3) by means of loop-forming bands (60, 61, 62) fixed to the flexible body and passing through slots (67, 68, 69) provided on the edges of the protective element.
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