INTERCHANGEABLE, FLEXIBLE, AND REVERSIBLE HAT INCLUDING A STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Abstract

An interchangeable hat is disclosed, including a hemispherical crown having a bottom edge defining a perimeter. A brim at least partially extends around the bottom edge, wherein the brim and the crown each including a first side and a second side. An elastic member is positioned about the perimeter to accommodate various head sizes. A storage compartment permits the storage of one or more items therein. The hemispherical crown is sufficiently flexible to allow the first side or the second side to be arranged on an exterior of the interchangeable hat.

Claims

1. An interchangeable hat, comprising: a hemispherical crown having an edge defining a perimeter; a brim at least partially extending around the edge, the hemispherical crown including a first side and a second side; a storage compartment positioned at least partially between the first side of the hemispherical crown and the second side of the hemispherical crown; and a zipper positioned at the second side of the hemispherical crown, wherein the zipper is configured to open and close the storage compartment; wherein: the first side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a first exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a first interior of the interchangeable hat; and the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a second exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the first side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a second interior of the interchangeable hat; at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be positioned between a user's head and the zipper while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat.

2. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein: the entire zipper is constructed to be positioned between the user's head and the brim.

3. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein: at least a portion of the zipper is constructed to be positioned between the user's head and the brim.

4. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein: at least a portion of the zipper is constructed to be positioned under the brim.

5. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned between the user's head and the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not positioned between the user's head and the brim.

6. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned between the user's head and the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not inside the interchangeable hat.

7. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned under the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not positioned under the brim.

8. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be at least partially positioned over a user's ear.

9. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, further comprising: a liner positioned between the first side and the second side of the hemispherical crown; wherein the liner is waterproof or water resistant.

10. The interchangeable hat of claim 1, wherein at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is made primarily of fabric.

11. An interchangeable hat, comprising: a hemispherical crown having an edge defining a perimeter; a brim at least partially extending around the edge, the hemispherical crown including a first side and a second side; a storage compartment positioned at least partially between the first side of the hemispherical crown and the second side of the hemispherical crown; and a zipper positioned at the second side of the hemispherical crown, wherein the zipper is configured to open and close the storage compartment; wherein: the first side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a first exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a first interior of the interchangeable hat; and the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a second exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the first side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a second interior of the interchangeable hat; at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is positioned between a user's head and the zipper while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat.

12. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein: the entire zipper is constructed to be positioned between the user's head and the brim.

13. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein: at least a portion of the zipper is constructed to be positioned between the user's head and the brim.

14. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein: at least a portion of the zipper is constructed to be positioned under the brim.

15. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned between the user's head and the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not positioned between the user's head and the brim.

16. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned between the user's head and the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not inside the interchangeable hat.

17. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned under the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not positioned under the brim.

18. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be at least partially positioned over a user's ear.

19. The interchangeable hat of claim 11, further comprising: a liner positioned between the first side and the second side of the hemispherical crown; wherein the liner is waterproof or water resistant.

20. A method of wearing the interchangeable hat of claim 1, comprising: placing the interchangeable hat on a user's head; lifting the brim while the interchangeable hat is placed on the user's head; pulling at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown in a downward direction so that at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is positioned between the user's head and the zipper and so at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is positioned below the brim; lowering the brim.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] A more complete understanding of the embodiments, and the attendant advantages and features thereof, will be more readily understood by references to the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings wherein:

[0016] FIG. 1 illustrates a top plan view of the first side of the reversible hat, according to some embodiments;

[0017] FIG. 2 illustrates a front elevation view of the reversible hat, according to some embodiments;

[0018] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of the second side of the reversible hat including a storage compartment to store one or more object therein, according to some embodiments; and

[0019] FIG. 4 illustrates a perspective view of a user wearing the reversible hat, according to some embodiments;

[0020] FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of a second side of a hemispherical crown of an interchangeable hat, according to some embodiments;

[0021] FIG. 6 illustrates a front view of an interchangeable hat with a zipper pulled downward, according to some embodiments;

[0022] FIG. 7 illustrates a front view of an interchangeable hat with a lowered brim, according to some embodiments;

[0023] FIG. 8 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an interchangeable hat with the first side worn as an exterior, according to some embodiments;

[0024] FIG. 9 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an interchangeable hat with the second side worn as an exterior, according to some embodiments;

[0025] FIG. 10 illustrates a bottom view of an interchangeable hat with a zipper extending from a front portion to a back portion, according to some embodiments;

[0026] FIG. 11 illustrates a front view of an interchangeable hat with a zipper pulled downward, according to some embodiments;

[0027] FIG. 12 illustrates a front view of an interchangeable hat with a lowered brim, according to some embodiments.\

[0028] The drawings are not necessarily to scale, and certain features and certain views of the drawings may be shown exaggerated in scale or in schematic in the interest of clarity and conciseness.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] The specific details of the single embodiment or variety of embodiments described herein are set forth in this application. Any specific details of the embodiments are used for demonstration purposes only, and no unnecessary limitation or inferences are to be understood therefrom.

[0030] Before describing in detail exemplary embodiments, it is noted that the embodiments reside primarily in combinations of components related to the system. Accordingly, the device components have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

[0031] In general, the embodiments described herein relate to an interchangeable, flexible, and reversible hat (hereinafter referred to as hat or the hat) having a first side and a second side which may have differing patterns to allow the user to select a side to wear during use. The hat is comprised of a crown portion which at least partially covers the head and a visor at least partially extending around the perimeter of the hat. The hat may include a storage compartment which is selectively opened and closed. The storage compartment is dimensioned to receive personal items commonly stored in a pocket, handbag or other small compartment. For example, the storage compartment may receive a mobile phone, wallet, money, keys, or other item.

[0032] FIG. 1 illustrates a top plan view of the hat 100 wherein the first side 101 is arranged on the exterior 103 of the reversible hat 100. The reversible hat 100 is comprised of a brim 105 (i.e., visor) and a crown 107. The brim 105 at least partially extends around a perimeter 109 of the bottom edge 111 of the reversible hat 100. As illustrated in FIG. 1, the brim 105 includes a first end 113 and a second end 115 which partially extend about the perimeter 109 of the reversible hat 100, while FIG. 3 illustrates a brim 105 which extends around the entire perimeter 109 of the reversible hat 100. The brim 105 and the crown 107 each include a first side 101 (as shown in FIG. 1) and a second side 117 (as shown in FIG. 3).

[0033] In some embodiments, the first side 101 is constructed of a first material having at least one pattern (see FIGS. 1 and 2) and the second side 117 is constructed of a second material having at least one pattern which differs from the pattern of the first side 101. In such, the appearance of the reversible hat 100 may be readily changed by flipping the crown 107 inside-out and vis-versa.

[0034] In some embodiments, the reversible hat 100 is constructed of a sufficiently resilient material such as to prevent tearing, excessive stretching, or damage. The material may be washable to permit the user to hand and/or machine wash the reversible hat 100 repeatedly as needed if the reversible hat 100 becomes soiled.

[0035] In reference to FIGS. 1-4, the reversible hat 100 may be constructed having various stitching 119 patterns and configurations. For example, the reversible hat may include 3 or more stitches positioned to connect 3 or more pieces of the crown 107 and/or brim 105 of the reversible hat. In some embodiments, the stitching 119 may be asymmetrical.

[0036] In some embodiments, and in reference to FIG. 1, the crown 107 is constructed of 4 panels (121, 123, 125, 127) wherein the stitching 119 comprises at least 3 stitches.

[0037] FIG. 2 illustrates a front elevation view of the reversible hat 100, wherein the bottom edge 111 includes an elastic member 201 which at least partially extending around the perimeter 109 of the reversible hat 100. The elastic member may be disposed between the first side 101 and second side 117 of the crown 107 or may be sewn into the material of the first and second sides 101,117. The elastic member 201 allows for the circumference of the reversible hat 100 to increase or decrease to accommodate users having various head sizes. In such, the reversible hat 100 may be manufactured as a one size fits all hat or in various sizes (e.g., small, medium, and large). Alternatively, in some embodiments the hat may be constructed without the elastic member 201 and be provided in various fitted sizes. In another embodiments, the reversible hat 100 includes an adjustable strap to allow the user to select a circumference that fits properly around their head.

[0038] In further reference to FIG. 2, the brim 105 is illustrated in a raised configuration wherein the brim 105 and crown 107 form an acute angle. FIG. 4 illustrates the brim 105 in a lowered configuration wherein the brim 105 and crown 107 form a right or obtuse angle. The connection between the brim 105 and crown 107 is sufficiently flexible to allow the user to adjust the position of the brim 105 as desired. This allows the user to further customize the style and appearance of the reversible hat 100.

[0039] In some embodiments, the brim 105 is flexible to allow for interchangeable designs and styles. In such, the brim 105 can be bent at least partially upwards (as shown in FIG. 2) or at least partially downwards (as shown in FIG. 4). This allows the user to customize their appearance and creates a hat 100 which can provide many styles in a single apparel item. The material of the brim 105 allows for flexibility while allowing the brim 105 to retain the user-selected shape, configuration, and orientation throughout normal wear.

[0040] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of the second side 117 of the reversible hat 100 including a storage compartment 300 to store one or more items 301 therein. The storage compartment is formed between the first side and the second side 117 of the crown 107 to create an interior cavity 303 therebetween. The storage compartment 300 may be selectively opened or closed by a zipper 305 or other means of releasably attaching textiles (e.g., a hook-and-loop system, buttons, etc.). The zipper 305 may be positioned at the top 307 of the crown 107 and may be accessible from the first side 101 or second side 117 of the hat 100.

[0041] In some embodiments, the zipper 305 may be positioned at the top, front, rear, and/or the sides of the hat 100.

[0042] In some embodiments, the zipper 305 being positioned at the top of the hat allows the storage compartment to be concealed if the hat 100 is reversed to be positioned inside-out. This allows the user to conceal the zipper 305 as it would be positioned inside the hat 100 (facing the user's head) rather than on the top of hat 100. When the zipper 305 is positioned on the front of the hat 100 (i.e., near the user's forehead and above the brim) and the hat 100 is reversed, the zipper 305 rests on top of the fabric rather than on the user's forehead cushioning to safeguard the skin. The brim may then fold on top of the zipper 305 to provide protection from the sun and rain.

[0043] In some embodiments, the item 301 may include a wallet, money, jewelry, credit card(s), ID card, or other personal item which can be easily carried while wearing the hat 100 or stored within the hat 100 while it is not being worn.

[0044] FIG. 4 illustrates a user 400 wearing the hat 100 such that the hat 100 is positioned to at least partially cover the head 401 of the user 400. The brim 105 may provide sufficient shade to the eyes 403 and/or face 405 of the user 400 such as to prevent overexposure to the sun or to provide shelter when raining.

[0045] In some embodiments, the brim 107 is constructed of a sufficiently rigid material to prevent unwanted bending or malformation of the brim 105 during repeated use. The brim 105 may be provided with a stabilizer positioned between the first side 101 and second side 117 of the hat 100. The stabilizer maintains the form of the brim 105 during repeated use and may be resilient to moisture, bending, or other factors which may damage or malform the brim 105.

[0046] In some embodiments, the stabilizer is constructed of a material that is suitably firm to hold a style which the user forms the brim 105, while being malleable enough to be re-styled and re-positioned repeatedly as desired by the user. In such, the user may bend, raise, lower, or otherwise form the brim 105 as desired without over-wearing the brim 105 and stabilizer therein.

[0047] In some embodiments, the hat 100 may include a liner positioned between the first side 101 and the second side 117. The liner may be waterproof or water resistant to ensure moisture (rain or perspiration) does not seep through the crown 107 or brim 105.

[0048] In some embodiments, the first and second sides 101,117 of the crown 107 may be adhered to the liner to form an attachment therebetween. Similarly, the first side 101 and second side 117 may be adhered together. The first and second sides 101,117 brim 105 may also be adhered to the stabilizer. The adhesive may prevent the material from bubbling or otherwise becoming mispositioned. In such, the adhesive aids in maintaining the intended appearance of the hat 100.

[0049] During use, the user 400 selects a which side (the first side 101 or second side 117) which they would like to wear on the exterior of the hat 100 and is therefore visible to others. To change the configuration of the hat 100, the user pushes on the top 307 of the crown 107 to reverse the hat.

[0050] In one aspect, the brim includes a slot positioned at the middle portion of the brim. The slot permits the user to carry the hat as they would a handbag.

[0051] Referring to FIG. 5 and FIG. 6, an interchangeable hat 500 can include a hemispherical crown 507. The hemispherical crown 507 can have an edge 511 defining a perimeter 509. A brim 505 can at least partially extend around the edge 511. The hemispherical crown 507 can include a first side (e.g., 516 in FIG. 8) and a second side 517. A zipper 605 can be positioned at the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507, wherein the zipper 605 is configured to open and close a storage compartment (e.g., 600 in FIG. 8).

[0052] When worn, the interchangeable hat 500 is placed on a user's head 501 as shown in FIG. 6. While the brim 505 is lifted, at least a portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is pulled in a downward direction 560 so that at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is positioned between the user's head 501 and the zipper 605. At least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 can protect the user's head 501 from the zipper 605 by providing cushioning. For example, in some embodiments, at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is made primarily of fabric. When worn, at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 can be constructed to contact the user's forehead 510. Referring to FIG. 7, the brim 505 can be lowered to protect the user's head 501 from the sun or weather.

[0053] Referring to FIG. 8, in some embodiments, the first side 516 of the hemispherical crown 507 is constructed to be worn as a first exterior 526 of the interchangeable hat 500 while at least a portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as a first interior 525 of the interchangeable hat 500. At least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is constructed to be positioned between a user's head 501 and the zipper 605 while at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as the first interior 525 of the interchangeable hat 500.

[0054] In some embodiments, at least a portion 604 of the zipper 605 is constructed to be positioned under the brim 505. In some embodiments, the entire zipper 605 is constructed to be positioned under the brim 505. In some embodiments, at least the portion 604 of the zipper 605 is constructed to be positioned between the user's head 501 and the brim 505. In some embodiments, the entire zipper 605 is constructed to be positioned between the user's head 501 and the brim 505.

[0055] The storage compartment 600 can be positioned at least partially between the first side 516 of the hemispherical crown 507 and the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507. A liner 550 can be positioned between the first side 516 and the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507. In some embodiments, the liner 550 is waterproof or water resistant.

[0056] Referring to FIG. 9, the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is constructed to be worn as a second exterior 546 of the interchangeable hat 500 while at least a portion 544 of the first side 516 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as a second interior 545 of the interchangeable hat 500. The portion 544 of the first side 516 of the hemispherical crown 507 can be opposite to the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507.

[0057] Referring to FIG. 10, the brim 505 can extend around a portion 521 of the edge 511 of the hemispherical crown 507. In some embodiments, the zipper 605 can extend along the portion 521 of the edge 511 of the hemispherical crown 507. In some embodiments, the zipper 605 can be adjacent to the portion 521 of the edge 511 of the hemispherical crown 507. In some embodiments, the zipper 605 can extend from a front portion 531 of the hemispherical crown 507 to a back portion 532 opposite the front portion 531 of the hemispherical crown 507.

[0058] Referring to FIG. 11, while at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as the first interior 525, a portion 541 of the zipper 605 is positioned under the brim 505, and a portion 542 of the zipper 605 is not positioned under the brim 505. While at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as the first interior 525, at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is constructed to be at least partially positioned over a user's ear 520. At least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 can protect the user's ear 520 by providing cushioning. In some embodiments, at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 can be constructed to contact the user's ear 520.

[0059] Referring to FIG. 12, while at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as the first interior 525, a portion 541 of the zipper 605 is positioned between the user's head 501 and the brim 505, and a portion 542 of the zipper 605 is not positioned between the user's head 501 and the brim 505. While at least the portion 515 of the second side 517 of the hemispherical crown 507 is worn as the first interior 525, the portion 541 of the zipper 605 is positioned between the user's head 501 and the brim 505, and the portion 542 of the zipper 605 is not inside the interchangeable hat 500.

[0060] The following description of variants is only illustrative of components, elements, acts, products, and methods considered to be within the scope of the invention and are not in any way intended to limit such scope by what is specifically disclosed or not expressly set forth. The components, elements, acts, products, and methods as described herein may be combined and rearranged other than as expressly described herein and are still considered to be within the scope of the invention.

[0061] According to variation 1, an interchangeable hat can include: a hemispherical crown having an edge defining a perimeter; a brim at least partially extending around the edge, the hemispherical crown including a first side and a second side; a storage compartment positioned at least partially between the first side of the hemispherical crown and the second side of the hemispherical crown; and a zipper positioned at the second side of the hemispherical crown, wherein the zipper is configured to open and close the storage compartment; wherein: the first side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a first exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a first interior of the interchangeable hat; and the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a second exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the first side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a second interior of the interchangeable hat; at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be positioned between a user's head and the zipper while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat.

[0062] According to variation 2, an interchangeable hat can include: a hemispherical crown having an edge defining a perimeter; a brim at least partially extending around the edge, the hemispherical crown including a first side and a second side; a storage compartment positioned at least partially between the first side of the hemispherical crown and the second side of the hemispherical crown; and a zipper positioned at the second side of the hemispherical crown, wherein the zipper is configured to open and close the storage compartment; wherein: the first side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a first exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a first interior of the interchangeable hat; and the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be worn as a second exterior of the interchangeable hat while at least a portion of the first side of the hemispherical crown is worn as a second interior of the interchangeable hat; at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is positioned between a user's head and the zipper while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat.

[0063] Variation 3 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein: the entire zipper is constructed to be positioned between the user's head and the brim.

[0064] Variation 4 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein: at least a portion of the zipper is constructed to be positioned between the user's head and the brim.

[0065] Variation 5 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein: at least a portion of the zipper is constructed to be positioned under the brim.

[0066] Variation 6 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned between the user's head and the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not positioned between the user's head and the brim.

[0067] Variation 7 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned between the user's head and the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not inside the interchangeable hat.

[0068] Variation 8 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: a portion of the zipper is positioned under the brim; and a portion of the zipper is not positioned under the brim.

[0069] Variation 9 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein while at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is worn as the first interior of the interchangeable hat: at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is constructed to be at least partially positioned over a user's ear.

[0070] Variation 10 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, further comprising: a liner positioned between the first side and the second side of the hemispherical crown; wherein the liner is waterproof or water resistant.

[0071] Variation 11 can include the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, wherein at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is made primarily of fabric.

[0072] According to variation 12, a method of wearing the interchangeable hat of variation 1 or 2, can include: placing the interchangeable hat on a user's head; lifting the brim while the interchangeable hat is placed on the user's head; pulling at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown in a downward direction so that at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is positioned between the user's head and the zipper and so at least the portion of the second side of the hemispherical crown is positioned below the brim; lowering the brim.

[0073] Many different embodiments have been disclosed herein, in connection with the above description and the drawings. It will be understood that it would be unduly repetitious and obfuscating to literally describe and illustrate every combination and subcombination of these embodiments. Accordingly, all embodiments can be combined in any way and/or combination, and the present specification, including the drawings, shall be construed to constitute a complete written description of all combinations and subcombinations of the embodiments described herein, and of the manner and process of making and using them, and shall support claims to any such combination or subcombination.

[0074] It will be appreciated by persons skilled in the art that the present embodiment is not limited to what has been particularly shown and described hereinabove. A variety of modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teachings without departing from the following claims.