| 摘要 |
<p>An ear cover 10 for enhancing perception of sound from behind a cyclist, the cover being a funnel which is worn such that sound from behind the ear of a cyclist is directed towards the ear. The cover preferably has a leading edge 20 in front of the ear of a wearer, and a trailing edge 30 spaced from the head of the wearer. There is preferably a barrier 40 between the trailing edge and the leading edge. The barrier may have an S shape. The leading edge is preferable a flange, and may have a notch along an edge of the flange. The trailing edge may have a chamfered, bevelled, curved or rounded cross section. The cover may have an attachment member such as a resilient flap 80 for attaching the cover to a cycling helmet. The barrier preferably has a textured surface to improve air flow. Also claimed is an item of headwear for use with such an ear cover.</p> |
