Expandable, locking bag to prevent delivered packages from being stolen

Abstract

This invention is new because it's the first device of its kind designed to be used to prevent packages from being stolen after delivery to a consumer's house. Other methods like locking boxes or special locks either already exist, or are being developed but this device is the first locking bag for that purpose that is held securely by an extended strap that closes under a door, or secures to a physical object.

Claims

1. A locking pouch or bag (device) that secures to a house or physical object and is used to securely maintain parcels or packages after delivery.

2. The device in claim #1 further comprises of a locking zipper (the lock being either mechanical or electronic), an extended strap used to secure the device under a door or to secure the device to a physical object, a single chamber or multiple chambers to accommodate multiple parcels and is made of tamper resistant materials.

Description

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] FIG. 1 shows a rendering of what the final product would resemble. It shows the device itself (A), two zippers to close and secure the two chambers on this example (B), it shows the location of the locking mechanism (C) and it shows the tail strap (D) that closes under the user's door to secure it from being stolen. It also shows the expected position of a method to keep it from being pulled out from under the door (E). The alternative method of securing the device to a porch post or other physical object are shown as grommet holes along the tail strap (F).

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0015] This invention would be used as follows: when a consumer orders a product online and arranges for it to be delivered to their house (for example), they would set this locking, expandable bag on their porch (for example). They would be sure the locking zipper(s) are unlocked, run the tail strap under their door and close the door on the strap. A rolled-up amount of fabric sewn into the strap would prevent the strap from being pulled out under the door. A removable pin would also achieve this result. The delivery person would bring the package to the house, they would place the package inside the bag and zip it closed. The zipper would self-lock when closed, or be locked with another mechanical or electronic device. When the recipient returns home, they unlock the bag, remove their package and store the bag for future use. It's made from cut and tear resistant fabric and the strap that closes under the door is designed to be cut proof.