Webbing Adjuster and Helmet Strap System Including Same

摘要

A webbing adjuster for maintaining orderly, adjustable strap arrangement and secure connections in, e.g., a helmet, which allows for strap adjustment and, upon cinching, secures straps in place. The adjuster can be used in mountaineering, with motorcycle and bicycle helmets, and in other applications that benefit from orderly, adjustable strap arrangement and/or secure connections.

主权项

1. A webbing adjuster selectively positionable and securable on a bight of webbing, the webbing having a width and a thickness, said adjuster comprising:
a strap securing component comprising opposed sidewalls with a securing beam extending lengthwise between the sidewalls, the securing beam having a height in a direction perpendicular to the lengthwise direction; and a strap guiding component movably received between said sidewalls adjacent the securing beam, the strap guiding component defining at least a first opening with a width sufficient to receive a width of webbing and a height sufficient to receive at least two thicknesses of webbing; wherein said securing beam height is greater than said first opening height and said strap securing and guiding components are configured and dimensioned to slidably receive the bight of webbing around the securing beam and through said at least one opening, and to trap the bight of webbing between the securing beam and strap guiding component in response to a force applied to the strap guiding component when tensioned in a direction opposite the bight of webbing.