A45F2200/055

WEARABLE MAP HOLDER
20240081512 · 2024-03-14 · ·

An attachable map holding apparatus comprising a pouch for displaying at least one map, having a front surface and a back surface, being flexible but substantially flat, foldable between an open position and a closed position, and configured to fold at least once along a fold line into the closed position; the front surface being, at least partially, made of transparent material; the back surface having a means for attaching a coupling structure to a wearer; at least one opening on the exterior of the pouch that allows the wearer to place at least one map inside the pouch; at least one means for securing the apparatus in the closed position; and at least one coupling tab that folds underneath the pouch to lock it in the closed position.

VERSATILE INSULATION AND SECURE STORAGE SYSTEMS
20240059476 · 2024-02-22 ·

Described herein are examples of a versatile insulation and secure storage system including an insulated sleeve, a first pocket, a second pocket, a fastener, and a multifunctional device. The insulated sleeve may be configured to surround and thermally insulate a container. The first pocket may be configured to hold a card a first card vertically within the insulated sleeve, and the second pocket may be configured to hold an identification card or driver's license within the insulated sleeve. The fastener may be configured to provide quick and reliable access to the second pocket. The multifunctional device may be attachable to an outer surface of the insulated sleeve, wherein the multifunctional device comprises various integrated components configured to provide additional functionality to the system.

Biomechanical sensing system using wirelessly locatable tags
11896115 · 2024-02-13 · ·

A posture-monitoring system for monitoring a body posture of a user includes an array of wirelessly locatable tags, including a first tag configured to be positioned along a first shoulder region of the user and having a first battery and a first wireless circuit configured to transmit a first locating signal, a second tag configured to be positioned along a second shoulder region of the user and having a second battery and a second wireless circuit configured to transmit a second locating signal, and a third tag configured to be positioned along a back region of the user and having a third battery and a third wireless circuit configured to transmit a third locating signal. The posture-monitoring system further includes a portable electronic device including a processing unit and a wireless circuit operably coupled to the processing unit and configured to receive the first, second, and third locating signals.

Loop for use with a variety of handheld device cases
10455927 · 2019-10-29 · ·

Disclosed is a loop suitable for a handheld device. A flexible loop is affixed e.g. via adhesive onto a handheld device protective case and serves as a wrist strap for ease of grabbing and prevents accidental drops of the handheld device. A feature for cleaning the handheld device, such as a piece of microfiber cloth, can be integrated on the loop. None of a handheld device's functionality is impaired. A back strap loop is disclosed for holding a device with one hand. Components are highly customizable in regards to color, shape, dimension, print, etc., the overall design of which may help a user to make their handheld device unique, particularly as a promotional item.

REMOVABLE STORAGE CLIP
20190313778 · 2019-10-17 ·

A storage system for containing personal items. The storage system including a storage unit for storing the personal items, the storage unit including an interior cavity for receiving the personal items; and a clip fastened to the storage unit, the clip being configured to be releasably attachable to an article of clothing.

MOBILE DEVICE ACCESSORY

An accessory is provided for a mobile device and has a molded plastic body defining a squat personal card storage compartment with a door that forms an outer major wall to the storage compartment. The door defines a depth to the storage compartment such that it can at least two personal cards in a stacked relationship relative to each other. The body assembly has a mounting base with an attachment surface for adhesive attachment to a surface of either a mobile device or a case for a mobile device. The attachment of the door to the body assembly at its attached edge is configured to limit the opening of the door as a result of the application of an opening force applied thereto to a maximum angle of between 5 and 30.

CARD HOLDER
20190269213 · 2019-09-05 · ·

An example multifunctional card holder comprises: a transparent screen that is attached to a back piece, a spring inside a card holding space between the transparent screen and the back piece, where in the spring connects to the back piece so as to hold one or more cards inside the card holding space by pushing one or more cards against the transparent screen, wherein the spring in substantially straight; the back piece; and a clip attached to the back piece outside the card holding space, wherein the clip includes a first connection opening located substantially at center of upper portion of the clip and is configured to mechanically connect the card holder to an item of a user; and wherein the clip includes a second strip shape opening located at substantially center of the clip.

Belt with receptacle and removable decorative front portion
10398184 · 2019-09-03 ·

A belt with hidden receptacle is disclosed. The receptacle or pouch opens on only one side, such as a top side, and is within a belt. Items can be placed there-in which lie flat (money, credit cards, phone) along a longest length thereof and the belt can be covered with a removable front cover. This removable front cover can match the dress or have the same pattern, fabric, or material as a portion of the dress so as to appear to be a unitary portion of the dress itself. The front cover can be attached by magnets on either end thereof, while the belt attaches to itself at ends thereof, which are at an opposite side of the length of the belt from the front cover.

WRIST-WEARABLE, SELF-STANDING PERSONAL ITEM MANAGEMENT APPARATUS
20190239605 · 2019-08-08 ·

A personal item management apparatus includes a bag including opposing first and second side panels, opposing first and second end panels, and a bottom panel. In several embodiments, a first foot is formed by the bottom panel and/or the first side panel, and a second foot is formed by the bottom panel and/or the second side panel. When placed on a flat surface, the first and second feet are adapted to provide support so that the apparatus stands upright and at least a portion of the bottom panel is spaced apart from the flat surface. In several embodiments, a zipper is coupled to each of the opposing first and second side panels. A wearable band may be coupled to the zipper so that the zipper is openable and closeable by moving: the wearable band relative to the bag; and/or the bag relative to the wearable band.

Cell phone accessories
10368628 · 2019-08-06 ·

A strap is provided which may be attached to a rear portion of the casing of a cell phone obviating the need for a user to wrap her/his hand around the phone. A plurality of embodiments depict different quick-change ways of attaching the strap to the casing or directly to the back of a cell phone. A quick-removal holster is also described, as is a belt clip which engages the strap without the need to grasp the phone casing. The case is provided with a compartment for 2-3 credit card-sized items. A retractable kick stand forms a hood over the compartment providing physical and visual protection to the contents of the compartment and a pusher is provided to facilitate removal of the items.