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  Modular hatUSPTO Application #: 20060053527Title: Modular hat Abstract: Systems in accordance with the present invention can include hats having a base and one or more layers removably connectable with the base and/or one or more layers. Substitute layers can be interchanged with the one or more layers to create a different aesthetic or function of the hat. Further, the system can include one or more badges and/or devices that can be connected with accessory attachment points of the base and/or layers to further define a desired aesthetic or enable a desired functionality. (end of abstract) Agent: Fliesler Meyer, LLP - San Francisco, CA, US Inventor: Robert E. Schneider USPTO Applicaton #: 20060053527 - Class: 002171100 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Apparel, Head Coverings, Separable Crown Section Type The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060053527. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
PRIORITY CLAIM [0001] This application claims priority to the following U.S. Provisional and Design Patent Applications: [0002] U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/609,886, entitled "XAP--New Stylish Hat/Cap Made of Configurable Solid Materials," filed Sep. 14, 2004, which application is incorporated herein by reference. [0003] U.S. Design Patent Application No. ______, entitled "Logo Sports Hat," (Attorney Docket Number: XAPP-01001US0) filed Sep. 7, 2005, which application is incorporated herein by reference. [0004] U.S. Design Patent Application No. ______, entitled "Logo Sports Hat," (Attorney Docket Number: XAPP-01002US0) filed Sep. 7, 2005, which application is incorporated herein by reference. TECHNICAL FIELD [0005] This invention relates to hats. BACKGROUND [0006] Hats come in many shapes and sizes, but are commonly constructed as a single unit. Many hats, for example baseball caps, are made from cloth sections sewn together in a permanent fashion, and therefore have a single look or a single function. Hats made from sturdier material are used specifically in work environments, such as construction, and are generally formed as single utilitarian units. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0007] FIG. 1 is a side view of an embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base and one or more layers. [0008] FIG. 1a is an exploded view of the embodiment of FIG. 1. [0009] FIG. 2 is a side view of an alternative embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base, a plurality of layers each removably connected with the base, and a plurality of accessory attachment points for fixing one or both of a badge and a device. [0010] FIG. 3 is a side view of still another embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a construction a base and one or more layers assembled in a receding fashion from the back of the hat to the crown. [0011] FIG. 4 is a side view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base, and a plurality of layers arranged to progressively shield a crown of a head. [0012] FIG. 5 is a plan view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base, and a plurality of non-symmetrical layers including an accessory attachment point and a badge removably attached with the accessory attachment point. [0013] FIG. 6 is a side view of still another embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a layer including integrally formed vents allowing air to flow along the inner periphery of the hat. [0014] FIG. 7 is a side view of still another embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a construction allowing air to flow along the inner periphery of the hat. [0015] FIG. 8 is a side view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base, including a brim with headphones, and a camera removably connected with the hat. [0016] FIG. 9 is a side view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base, and a layer removably connected with the base and providing an aesthetically desired structure. [0017] FIG. 10 is a side view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention having a base partially enclosing a head and a latch for fixing a diameter of the brim. [0018] FIG. 11 is a side view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention including a latch for fixing a diameter of the brim. [0019] FIG. 12 is a side view of a still further embodiment of a hat in accordance with the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION [0020] FIG. 1 is a side view and FIG. 1a is an exploded view of an embodiment of a hat 100 in accordance with the present invention. The hat 100 comprises a base 102 having a brim 106 that encircles a crown of a head to hold the hat 100 in position on the head. In a preferred embodiment, the brim 106 can be adjustable to accommodate a range of head sizes, but in other embodiments the brim 106 can be "fitted" so that the brim fits an approximate head size, as is common with baseball caps, for example. The base 102 can be a single integrally formed unit, or alternatively can having multiple pieces fixedly associated with one another. For example, a cloth band can be sewn, snapped or otherwise connected with a subunit to form the brim 106 of the base 102. [0021] The base 102 can further include a visor 108 extending from the brim 106 for shielding a wearer's eyes from sunlight, to provide a platform for connecting solar panels for providing power to electronic devices and other objects, to provide a platform for connecting a light source, etc. As shown, the visor 108 is integrally formed with the brim 106; however, in accordance with the modular spirit of the invention, the visor 108 can alternatively be removably connected with the brim 106, or as described below, integrally formed with a layer 104 removably connectable with the base 102. [0022] As can be seen more clearly in the exploded view of FIG. 1a, the hat 100 further includes a first layer 104a removably attachable to the base 102 by way of attachment points 110 and a second layer 104b removably attachable to the first layer 104a by way of additional attachment points 110-113 such that the layers 104a-b supplement the surface area coverage of the hat 100 so that the forehead and/or crown of the head is shielded from outside exposure to the sun or elements. The attachment points 110-113 can comprise any number of mating structures or fasteners. For example, the attachment points 110-113 can be interference snaps, fastening tape, magnets, latches, and toggles. In a preferred embodiment, the layers 104a-b can be commercially available in a variety of colors, rigidity, texture, etc., and having more or fewer features (e.g., attachment points for emblems). In this way, a hat 100 can be customized by the wearer to suit the wearer's taste or mood, or to suit an event (e.g., to match a favorite team's colors). The hat 100 can be purchased with a basic set of layers 104a-b, or alternatively, a system can be purchased having multiple bases 102 and/or layers 104 allowing the wearer to reconfigure multiple different hats right out of the box. In addition to having commercially available layers 104, "blank" layers can be made available that allow for individual layer customization. For example, a "blank" layer can be particularly suited to painting or other modification. Such a feature can be particularly appealing to children. Layers 104 can further be sufficiently flaccid (or rather, less rigid) to allow the layer 104 to be inverted so that a different exterior is exposed. One of skill in the art will appreciate that upon reflecting on the teachings of the present specification, a number of additionally different modifications will become obvious and are meant to fall within the scope of the present invention. Continue reading... Full patent description for Modular hat Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Modular hat patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. Start now! - Receive info on patent apps like Modular hat or other areas of interest. ### Previous Patent Application: Shirt for a sports player Next Patent Application: Air conditioned helmet apparatus Industry Class: Apparel ### FreshPatents.com Support Thank you for viewing the Modular hat patent info. 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