Ernest M Pino

US Patent:

20080313792, Dec 25, 2008

Filed:

Jun 20, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/766073

Inventors:

Ernest J. Pino - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

A61F 9/02

US Classification:

2427

Abstract:

The present invention provides full-face polycarbonate goggles for use with an open-face helmet for comprehensive face and head protection for motorcycle riders. The goggles are optically transmissive so that, not only can the wearer see out, but also an onlooker can identify the wearer's facial features.

US Patent:

20080024289, Jan 31, 2008

Filed:

Jul 25, 2006

Appl. No.:

11/492338

Inventors:

Ernest J. Pino - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

B60Q 1/22

US Classification:

340463

Abstract:

A pass-alert system can be mounted on bicycle handlebars to relieve a user (bicyclist) of having to vocalize passing alerts. When the bicyclist approaches a pedestrian from behind, the bicyclist can push a left or right trigger button to cause a phrase such as “passing on the left” to be sounded, alerting the pedestrian of the oncoming bicycle and providing a directional indication to aid in avoiding the bicycle. After a delay, a confirmatory message is sounded such as “thank you” to let the pedestrian know that the source of the alert has passed or is passing. Alternative embodiments accommodate joggers, runners, boaters, skiers, etc.