Patent classifications
A45C11/00
Items formed using stitching equipment with adjustable-shape fixtures
An item may be formed from structures that include holes. Stitching may be used to form a seam that joins the structures. The stitching may be formed from a chain stitch that passes through the holes. The holes may be formed from loops of knit fabric or other holes. Leather layers, polymer layers, fabric layers, and other structures with holes may be joined using the stitching. During fabrication, a layer of material with holes may be placed on an adjustable-shape fixture having a bed of needles. The shape of the bed of nails in the adjustable-shape fixture may then be changed. After the fixture has been used to transform the shape of one or more of the structures, the structures may be placed on needles in an assembly fixture and the stitching between the structures may be formed. The item may be an electronic device cover or other item.
Items formed using stitching equipment with adjustable-shape fixtures
An item may be formed from structures that include holes. Stitching may be used to form a seam that joins the structures. The stitching may be formed from a chain stitch that passes through the holes. The holes may be formed from loops of knit fabric or other holes. Leather layers, polymer layers, fabric layers, and other structures with holes may be joined using the stitching. During fabrication, a layer of material with holes may be placed on an adjustable-shape fixture having a bed of needles. The shape of the bed of nails in the adjustable-shape fixture may then be changed. After the fixture has been used to transform the shape of one or more of the structures, the structures may be placed on needles in an assembly fixture and the stitching between the structures may be formed. The item may be an electronic device cover or other item.
Method for storing an orthodontic appliance
An expandable and collapsible pouch for accommodating an orthodontic appliance while not is use. The pouch may be selectively and repeatedly coupled to a variety of objects. After selectively coupling the pouch to a desired object, the user opens the pouch by expanding at least one collapsible wall or side. The user then removes their orthodontic appliance, inserts it into the open pouch, and then closes the pouch by letting the pouch contract. When the orthodontic appliance is needed again, the user removes the appliance from the pouch and lets the pouch contract into its original position flush against the surface of the object. The pouch is coupled to the object via a magnet disposed within the pouch that is configured to interact with the surface of the object. The pouch also includes a second magnet which assists the pouch maintain a closed position while an appliance is inserted therein.
Method for storing an orthodontic appliance
An expandable and collapsible pouch for accommodating an orthodontic appliance while not is use. The pouch may be selectively and repeatedly coupled to a variety of objects. After selectively coupling the pouch to a desired object, the user opens the pouch by expanding at least one collapsible wall or side. The user then removes their orthodontic appliance, inserts it into the open pouch, and then closes the pouch by letting the pouch contract. When the orthodontic appliance is needed again, the user removes the appliance from the pouch and lets the pouch contract into its original position flush against the surface of the object. The pouch is coupled to the object via a magnet disposed within the pouch that is configured to interact with the surface of the object. The pouch also includes a second magnet which assists the pouch maintain a closed position while an appliance is inserted therein.
Detachable wheel assembly for wheeled cases
This invention is directed toward a wheel assembly that can easily be attached and detached from a case such that the case can be wheeled when needed, but have the wheels removed for storage or transportation in a vehicle or plane. The wheel assembly comes in three parts—an axel, two wheels, and two wheel mounts—so it is simple to assembly, and because it has no moving parts, it is solid and durable.
Headset case with smartphone holder
A headset case includes a base providing a cavity for stowing a headset, the base including a bottom region configured to rest on a surface; a lid; and a hinge pivotably connecting the lid to the base. When the headset case is in a closed configuration, the lid covers the cavity. When the headset case is in an open configuration, a first section of the lid at least partially rests on the surface, and a second section of the lid, extending from the first section of the lid, is configured to prop up a smartphone by mechanically supporting the smartphone leaning against the second section of the lid while resting on the base.
Headset case with smartphone holder
A headset case includes a base providing a cavity for stowing a headset, the base including a bottom region configured to rest on a surface; a lid; and a hinge pivotably connecting the lid to the base. When the headset case is in a closed configuration, the lid covers the cavity. When the headset case is in an open configuration, a first section of the lid at least partially rests on the surface, and a second section of the lid, extending from the first section of the lid, is configured to prop up a smartphone by mechanically supporting the smartphone leaning against the second section of the lid while resting on the base.
PROTECTIVE PHONE CASE WITH INTEGRATED CARD HOLDER AND STRAP AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF
The present disclosure relates to a resilient protective case for mobile devices having shock resistant properties and a fully integrated card holder for storing one or more cards and a finger strap for securing the encased phone to a user's finger while talking on the phone or taking “selfies”. In particular, the protective case includes a back support member disposed on the unitary body, an outer frame member disposed along an outer portion of the back support member, a card holder formed along a portion of the back support member, and a finger strap coupling a first end portion of the card holder to a second end portion of the card holder.
ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR STORING EXTERNAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE
An electronic device including a housing configured to accommodate a first portion of a bracket, the bracket defining a second portion having seating space in which the at least one earbud is at least partially accommodated; and a cover rotatably connected to the housing and configured to cover the second portion of the bracket, a third portion of the bracket being exposed to an exterior of the housing while covering an edge portion of the housing, the third portion includes at least one protrusion protruding inward toward the edge of the housing, the edge portion of the housing includes at least one groove, corresponding to the at least one protrusion and providing a space in which the at least one protrusion is movable, and the bracket transitions between a first position and a second position depending on positions of the at least one groove and the at least one protrusion.
PROTECTIVE CASE WITH INTEGRATED HAND STRAP
The present disclosure relates to a resilient protective case for mobile computer devices. In particular, the protective case includes a unitary body having a one piece assembly. The unitary body includes an outer frame having retaining members for securing the mobile computer device therein and a backside support member disposed between two side portions of the outer frame. The backside support member includes an upper slot and a lower slot. An integrated strap is disposed in the backside support member, separating the upper slot from the lower slot.