Engineering Papers⌕ Search

Engineering topics

Himel, V.

Publications and source records attributed to Himel, V..

Integral Face Shield Concept for Firefighter's Helmet

Stowable face shield could be made integral part of helmet worn by firefighters. Shield, made from same tough clear plastic as removable face shields presently used, would be pivoted at temples to slide up inside helmet when not needed. Stowable face shield, being stored in helmet, is always available, ready for use, and is protected when not being used.

Abeles, F.↗

Nonslip Wristlet

Simple garmet protects vulnerable area between sleeve end and glove. Mittenlike wristlet is restrained by thumb loop and cuff attachment with either single finger opening or separate openings for each digit. Worn under glove, wristlet provides additional layer of protective material over palm, back of hand, and over web of thumb.

Himel, V.↗