DEVICE FOR SEPARATING AND MAINTAINING A DISTANCE BETWEEN A PERSON S FACE AND A PROTECTIVE EYE MASK HELD IN PLACE BY AN ELASTIC STRAP (SKI OR MOTOCROSS TYPE)
The invention relates to a device for separating, and maintaining a distance between, a person"s face and a protective eye mask worn on a helmet. The device is formed by two symmetrical elements disposed on each side of the helmet. Each element is fonned by a flap (1) hinged to a support (2) by means of a rotation shaft (2). When the flap is positioned to the rear, the strap can be positioned normally. When the user pushes the flap forwards, the flap rotates through approximately 1800 and becomes the new support point for the mask instead of the face. The mask is then held in place by the tension of the strap and a lever (4) that presses against the mask. A roller (5), mounted on a shaft solidly connected to the flap, facilitates the movement of the flap under the strap. The device provides increased ventilation for the helmet wearer and allows the helmet to be taken off without the protective mask being removed.
