Hanger system, method and apparatus

Abstract

A hanging system is disclosed. The hanging system is especially adapted to couple with travel bags of various sizes for holding garments and accessories in place when traveling or commuting. A second embodiment includes a hangar accessory which allows the hanging system to be mounted from a standard hanging rod.

Claims

1. A hanging system comprising: a) a hanging accessory comprising: i) a hanging accessory body comprising: 1) an upper hanging accessory element, 2) a right hanging accessory element extending outwardly in an approximately right direction from the upper hanging accessory element, and 3) a left hanging accessory element extending outwardly in an approximately left direction from the upper hanging accessory element, ii) a right hanging mounting ring directly attached to the right hanging accessory element and distal to upper hanging accessory element, iii) a left hanging mounting ring directly attached to the left hanging accessory element and distal to upper hanging accessory element, and iv) a hanging accessory hook extending outwardly in an upward direction from the hanging accessory body; b) a transverse element; c) a right clasping strap coupled to the transverse element; c) a left clasping strap coupled to the transverse element; d) a right mounting mechanism coupled to the right clasping strap and removably coupled to the right hanging mounting ring; and e) a left mounting mechanism coupled to the left clasping strap and removably coupled to the left hanging mounting ring.

2. The hanging system of claim 1: wherein the right clasping strap is coupled to the transverse element by a first right mounting ring, and wherein the left clasping strap is coupled to the transverse element by a first left mounting ring.

3. The hanging system of claim 1: wherein the right clasping strap is coupled to the right mounting mechanism by a second right mounting ring, and wherein the left clasping strap is coupled to the left mounting mechanism by a second left mounting ring.

4. The hanging system of claim 3: wherein the right clasping strap is selectively supported via the right mounting mechanism by the right hanging mounting ring, and wherein the left clasping strap is selectively supported via the left mounting mechanism by the left hanging mounting ring.

5. The hanging system of claim 1, further comprising: a right mounting tab integrally formed to the transverse element, and a left mounting tab integrally formed to the transverse element.

6. The hanging system of claim 5, further comprising: a clothing strap comprising: a right eyelet adapted to couple to the right mounting tab, and a left eyelet adapted to couple to the left mounting tab.

7. The hanging system of claim 1, wherein the hanging accessory hook comprises: an arcuate hook portion by which of a hanging accessory weight of the hanging accessory is supportable.

8. The hanging system of claim 7: wherein a combined weight of the transverse element and a garment is supportable by the hanging accessory via coupling of the right mounting mechanism with the right hanging mounting ring and the left mounting mechanism with the left hanging mounting ring.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) Although the characteristic features of this disclosure will be particularly pointed out in the claims, the invention itself, and the manner in which it may be made and used, may be better understood by referring to the following description taken in connection with the accompanying drawings forming a part hereof, wherein like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the several views and in which:

(2) FIG. 1 depicts an embodiment of the flexible hanger system and apparatus disclosed herein;

(3) FIG. 2 depicts the disclosed flexible hanger system and apparatus holding garments and accessories while attached to a travel bag;

(4) FIG. 3 depicts a close up view of a strap and hook mounting mechanism for use with the flexible hanger system and apparatus disclosed herein;

(5) FIG. 4 depicts a close up view of a strap mounting mechanism for use with the flexible hanger system and apparatus disclosed herein;

(6) FIG. 5 depicts an additional embodiment of the flexible hanger system and apparatus disclosed herein including a clothing rod hanging mechanism;

(7) FIG. 6 depicts the embodiment of FIG. 5 holding garments and accessories while hanging from a hanging rod; and

(8) FIG. 7 depicts the embodiment of FIG. 5 with a mounting mechanism coupled to the transverse element that could be used to, for example, hang an umbrella or other accessory.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

(9) Turning to the Figures and to FIG. 1 in particular, an embodiment of the disclosed flexible hanger system and apparatus is illustrated. As illustrated, the flexible hanger system and apparatus comprises left and right clasping straps 102a, 102b. The clasping straps 102a,102b can be made of, for example, ballistic nylon, although another material, such as vinyl, bamboo, or various metals, could be used. Each clasping strap 102a,b comprises a spring loaded hook 104a,b, which allows the clasping strap 102 to be connected to a travel bag as discussed herein. Each clasping strap 102a,b further comprises a mounting ring 106a,b, which mounts the spring loaded hook 104a,b to a strap 108a,b. The mounting rings 106a,b could be made of any reasonable material, such as aluminum, stainless steel, plastic, etc. While the clasping straps 102a,b are drawn as being coupled to mounting rights using spring loaded hooks 104a,b, a variety of other mechanisms could be used, such as, for example, buttons, hook and loop fasteners, simple ties, etc.

(10) Each strap 108a,b is mounted to a transverse element 112 by a mounting ring 110a,b. Integrally formed to each end of the transverse element 112 is a mounting tab 114a,b. As discussed herein, the mounting tab 114a,b can hold a clothing strap 116 in place, which can be used to, for example, hold a pair of trousers or pants in place. As depicted the clothing strap includes a right eyelet 117b and a left eyelet 117a. The left and right clasping straps 102a,102b can be adjustable to accommodate a variety of bags. The surface of the transverse element 112 can also be covered with a non-slip surface such as, for example, matted rubber.

(11) Turning to FIG. 2, the hanging apparatus and system 100 of the present disclosure is illustrated. In particular, the hanging apparatus 100 is depicted with a jacket draped over the clasping straps 102a,b, and a pair of slacks draped over the transverse element 112. The clothing strap 116 holds the slacks and jacket in place, and supports them in a substantially wrinkle and crease free state.

(12) Turning to FIG. 3, a close up view of the strap and hook mounting mechanism utilized by the present disclosure is depicted. As depicted the strap and hook mounting mechanism comprises a spring loaded hook 104, which is adapted to couple to various mounting rings on travel bags (not shown). The spring loaded hook 104 is coupled to a mounting ring 106. As shown, the spring loaded hook 104 is depicted as coupled to the mounted tab 106 using a swivel screw 105. The mounting ring 106 is coupled to a strap 108. As depicted, the strap 108 is shown as made from ballistic nylon. However, this is strictly for demonstrative purposes, rather than for purposes of limitation.

(13) Turning to FIG. 4, a close up view of the strap 108 as coupled to the transverse element 112 is depicted. In particular, the transverse element 112 is coupled to the strap 108 using a mounting ring 110. Also depicted is a mounting tab 114, which as discussed herein, is used to hold a clothing strap 116 in place.

(14) Turning to FIG. 5, a second embodiment of the disclosed hanging embodiment and system is disclosed. This embodiment includes the entire embodiment of FIG. 1. In particular, as illustrated, the flexible hanger system and apparatus comprises left and right clasping straps 102a, 102b. Each clasping strap 102a,b comprises a spring loaded hook 104a,b, which is adapted to couple with the hanging accessory 118 as discussed below. Each clasping strap 102a,b further comprises a mounting ring 106a,b, which mounts the spring loaded hook 104a,b to a strap 108a,b. Each strap 108a,b is mounted to a transverse element 112 by a mounting ring 110a,b. Integrally formed to each end of the transverse element 112 is a mounting tab 114a,b. As discussed herein, the mounting ring 114a,b can hold a clothing strap 116 in place, which can be used to, for example, hold a pair of trousers or pants in place.

(15) The hanging accessory 118 comprises a right angular element 122a and a left angular element 122b. Both of the angular elements 122a,b are coupled to mounting rings 120a,b. The mounting rings are adapted to couple with the spring loaded hooks 104a,b. In addition, a hanging hook 124 is coupled to the angular elements. The hanging hook 124 allows the flexible hanger apparatus and system to be hung from a hanging rod as depicted in FIG. 6.

(16) FIG. 6 depicts the second embodiment of the flexible hanger apparatus and system hanging from a hanging rod, as is typically present in, for example, a hotel room, airport lounge, train lounge, or other travel destination. The flexible hanger apparatus and system is also depicted with a jacket draped over the angular elements 122a,b, a pair of slacks draped over the transverse element 112, with the clothing strap 116 holding the slacks in place, and an umbrella also hanging from one of the mounting tabs 114b.

(17) FIG. 7 depicts an additional refinement of the hanging system. This embodiment is identical to that of FIGS. 5 and 6, but includes a pair of straps coupled to the transverse element that can be used by users to, for example, hang an umbrella or other accessory.

(18) The foregoing description of the disclosure has been presented for purposes of illustration and description, and is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the precise form disclosed. The description was selected to best explain the principles of the present teachings and practical application of these principles to enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the disclosure in various embodiments and various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. It is intended that the scope of the disclosure not be limited by the specification, but be defined by the claims set forth below. In addition, although narrow claims may be presented below, it should be recognized that the scope of this invention is much broader than presented by the claim(s). It is intended that broader claims will be submitted in one or more applications that claim the benefit of priority from this application. Insofar as the description above and the accompanying drawings disclose additional subject matter that is not within the scope of the claim or claims below, the additional inventions are not dedicated to the public and the right to file one or more applications to claim such additional inventions is reserved.