Patent ID: 7357135
Filing Date: 2008-04-15
Classification: A42B,A62B

Abstract:
1. A protective system, comprising: a. a protective hood for surrounding corresponding areas of a wearer's head having at least front and rear portions, wherein said protective hood defines a vent opening in said rear portion; b. a transparent shield mounted to said front portion of said protective hood; c. a fan assembly having a fan, wherein said fan comprises a plurality of blades and a motor for rotating said plurality of blades in a path of movement so as to generate an airflow; d. wherein said fan assembly is removably mounted to said protective hood to couple said fan to said vent opening to direct said airflow within said protective hood; and, e. a flap mounted on said rear portion of said protective hood, wherein said flap partially covers said fan to define a pathway for said airflow to or from said fan and wherein said flap is configured to seal said vent opening when said fan assembly is removed from said protective hood.