MX2015000611A

MX2015000611A - Multi-component backpack.

Info

Publication number: MX2015000611A
Application number: MX2015000611A
Authority: MX
Inventors: Danny Filous; Edward Elliot Durant Iii
Original assignee: Lunchback Llc
Priority date: 2012-07-13
Filing date: 2013-07-11
Publication date: 2015-08-20
Also published as: WO2014011920A1; CA2879086A1; US20150164203A1

Abstract

A multi-component backpack comprising a first storage component and a second storage component, wherein the first, second or both components are insulated.

Description

BACKPACK OF MULTIPLE COMPONENTS FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to the field of attachments for carrying various articles, and more particularly, it refers to a multi-component backpack.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Backpacks can be used to help transport objects from one place to another. Children and adults involved in academic studies can use backpacks to transport books, folders and other school materials from one class to another. Backpacks can also be used in other different activities. Hiking is another activity during which you can use a backpack. In this case, a backpack could be used to carry water from the hiker, first aid kit, tools and other necessary items. In the event that a hiking trip or an academic day is particularly long, the participant may bring food with them to support themselves during the activity.

The food is often carried in a separate food container. The food containers can be thermally insulated in order to keep the contents in a most conductive storage environment. Such isolation allows the participant to extend the time of viable consumption of the food for periods greater than those allowed if the isolation were absent.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION In one embodiment, a multi-component backpack is disclosed. The multi-component backpack comprises a first storage component and a second storage component. The two components are coupled together detachably, and one, or the other, or both of the components are insulated.

In another embodiment, a system for identifying an incomplete multi-component backpack is disclosed. The system comprises a first storage component that contains at least one accessible compartment. The system also comprises an indicator configured to indicate that the multi-component backpack is incomplete. The system also comprises a second storage component. The removal of the second storage component causes the expression of the indicator, indicating that the multi-component backpack is incomplete.

In another embodiment, a method for manufacturing a multi-component backpack is disclosed. The method comprises manufacturing a first storage component and a second storage component detachably coupled. The method also comprises providing an indicator configured to indicate that the multi-component backpack is incomplete with the detachment of the first and second components.

These and other features will be more clearly understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and the claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS For a more complete understanding of the present disclosure, reference is now made to the following brief description, taken in connection with the accompanying figures and the detailed description, in which like reference numbers represent similar parts.

Figure 1A is an illustration of a multi-component backpack according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure IB is an illustration of a multi-component backpack according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 1C is another illustration of a multi-component backpack according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 2A is an illustration of a multi-component backpack system showing an indicator according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 2B is an illustration of a multi-component backpack system that hides an indicator according to a disclosure modality.

Figure 3A is an illustration of a multi-component backpack system showing an indicator according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 3B is an illustration of a multi-component backpack system showing an indicator in accordance with one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 4A is an illustration of a multi-component backpack system showing an indicator according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 4B is an illustration of a multi-component backpack system showing an indicator according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 5 is a diagram of a method according to one embodiment of the disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION It should be understood from the outset that although exemplary implementations of one or more embodiments are illustrated below, the systems and methods disclosed may be implemented using any number of techniques, whether currently known or not yet in existence. The disclosure should not be limited in any way to the implementations, drawings, and illustrative techniques that are illustrated below, but may be modified within the scope of the appended claims along with their full scope of equivalents.

Turning now to Figure 1A, a multi-component backpack 100 is described. In one embodiment, the multi-component backpack 100 comprises a backpack component 120 and a food container component 140. The backpack component 120 a first handle 132 , a first zippered compartment 130, a second zipper compartment 128, side pockets 126 and 127, a first fastening component 121 comprising a clip strip 122 and a hook strip (not shown), and a female fastener 124 of a second clamping component 125. The food container component 140 comprises a second handle 142, an inner pocket 146, an insulating layer 148, a zippered compartment 150, and a female fastener 152 configured in such a way that it can be coupled with the first pin 124.

While in some contexts, backpack component 120 can be referred to as a backpack, backpack, suitcase, package, etc., for the purposes of this disclosure it will be referred to as backpack component 120. While in some contexts, the food container component 140 may be referred to as a backpack, a backpack, a suitcase, a package, a lunch box, a lunch bag, an accessory, a lunch pocket, etc., for the purposes of this disclosure shall be referred to as a container component for food 140.

The multi-component backpack 100 is configured to allow the user to attach the food container component 140 to the backpack component 120, thereby allowing the user to transport the two components. For example, the two components can be transported hands-free by sliding the shoulder straps over the user's shoulders. The ability to transport the multi-component backpack 100 hands-free is useful for the user when circumstances require that food and other materials be transported at the same time or when the user prefers to transport both components 120, 140 as a unit.

In one embodiment, the backpack component 120 is a backpack comprising two shoulder straps, the first handle 132, the first zippered compartment 130 that is configured to carry books, the second zippered compartment 128 that is configured to be a pocket of front storage, the side pockets 126 and 127 comprising a mesh and which are configured to store water bottles, the clip strip 122, and the female clip 124. In such an embodiment, the food container component 140 is a container for food coupled to the backpack component 120 by means of a hook strap and a female fastener 152. In this embodiment, the food container component 140 comprises a second handle 142, the inner pocket 146 comprising a mesh, the insulating layer 148, the zippered compartment 150 and a hard plastic liner in the lower part of the food container component 140 configured for support In other embodiments, the multi-component backpack 100 may take different forms. The multi-component backpack 100 may comprise additional resealable compartments. These additional compartments can facilitate the transport and / or storage of additional items. In addition, the multiple backpack components 100 may comprise additional release components, and all components may vary in location. Referring to Figures IB and 1C, the multi-component backpack 100 further comprises a third detached component 145. The third detached component may take several different forms. For example, the third detached component may be configured to store a cell phone, a laptop, pencils, books, a camera, a music player, or other portable items.

In one embodiment, the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 can be joined using different methods. The two components can be joined using a zipper, a button, a hook, and clip strips, a snap, a press fit, a buckle, a magnet, a strap, or combinations thereof. The other features of the multi-component backpack 100 can also be varied. In one embodiment, the backpack component 120 can be isolated. This feature may be useful when a smaller food container component 140 does not provide sufficient insulated space. Similarly, the food container component 140 can have substantially the same dimensions as the backpack component 120. Such configuration would provide more space and still allow the components to separate. This ability to separate the components can be beneficial when the user is a member of a group, the group is divided, and each subgroup carries provisions. To further facilitate such a situation, both components may comprise features to assist in their transportation. For example, both the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 may comprise a shoulder strap, a belt, a handle, or combinations thereof.

Additionally, the components 120, 140 of the multi-component backpack 100 may comprise different materials. The insulation used in the components may comprise laminated vinyl with aluminized mylar, neoprene, a polyethylene terephthalate insulator, reflective metal insulation, a synthetic fiber thermal insulator, or other insulating materials. The components 120, 140 themselves may comprise nylon, vinyl, polyester, canvas, cotton, wool, leather, denim, corduroy or other materials. In some embodiments, the inner pocket 146 of the food container component 140 may comprise a mesh, while in others it may comprise a continuous material. Also, in some modalities, the pair of pockets laterals 126 may comprise a mesh, while in others they may comprise a continuous material.

Turning now to Figures 2A and 2B, a system for identifying an incomplete multi-component backpack is discussed. In one embodiment, a multi-component backpack system 250 comprises a multi-component backpack 100, further comprising the backpack component 120, the food container component 140, and an indicator 160. Figure 2A represents the expression of the indicator 160 with the decoupling of the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140.

In one embodiment, the indicator 160 may comprise an image that is discovered by decoupling the knapsack component 120 and the food container component 140. For example, the image may be a stop sign configured to alert the user that the the food container component 140 and the backpack component 120 are not properly coupled together. Indicator 160 may comprise a nature scene, a television character, an urban landscape, a painting, a person, an animal, a mechanical device, a tool, a game, a book, a mythological character or another image. In other embodiments, the indicator 160 may be a distinctive color.

In one embodiment, the multi-component backpack system 250 may be configured to detect when the food container component 140 and the backpack component 120 are uncoupled. In such an embodiment, the indicator 160 may be configured to express an audible tone or to light a light. With the detection that the food container component 140 and the backpack component 120 are not coupled, the multi-component backpack system 250 would express the indicator 160 which, in this embodiment, is configured to express an audible tone. In connection with this mode, there are multiple possibilities for the indicator 160. The indicator 160 may comprise an electronic programmable device in which the user can program desired functions. For example, a parent may program the indicator 160 comprising a programmable electronic device to begin beeping 15 minutes after the known lunch period or last period of the child's school day if the multi-component backpack system 250 detects that the food container component 140 and the backpack component 120 are not coupled together. The indicator 160 may comprise a detector switch. This can prevent the child from losing a component of the multi-component backpack 100. In other modalities, the indicator 160 may express a constant tone, a periodic tone, etc., with the detection that the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete. The tone may sound for a short duration at periodic intervals when the components 120, 140 are decoupled, for example by sounding for two seconds every minute or for other durations and / or at other periodic intervals. Indicator 160 may be configured to promote a user programming a tone to be reproduced, for example a voice message or a segment of a popular song. In some embodiments, a method similar to that discussed above can be used to turn on a light set to indicate that the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete.

Figure 2B shows the multi-component backpack system 250 when the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are coupled together to form the multi-component backpack 100 in its full state. In this embodiment, the indicator 160 is hidden by the food container component 140, thus indicating that the multi-component backpack 100 is complete. When the indicator 160 comprises an electronic device, the detector switch can be closed when the components 120, 140 are coupled.

In one embodiment, the multi-component backpack system 250 may comprise a motion detector. The motion detector may be configured to activate the expression of the indicator 160 upon detection that the multi-component backpack 100 is moving and incomplete. In some embodiments, given the expression of the indicator 160 because the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete, the motion detector may be configured to increase the expression of the indicator 160 by detecting that the multi-component backpack 100 is in motion. For example, the expression can be increased by increasing the volume of the beeps or tone, by decreasing the time between beeps, or both. In a different embodiment, the motion detector may be configured to limit the expression of the indicator 160 times when the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete and in motion. Such a configuration can prevent undue expression of the indicator 160 in the event that the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are close together but not coupled. For example, such a configuration can prevent the expression of indicator 160 when the two components are stored in the user's box.

Turning now to Figures 3A and 3B, the multi-component backpack system 250 is further discussed. In one embodiment, the multi-component backpack system 250 comprises the multi-component backpack 100, further comprising the backpack component 120, the food container component 140, a first indicator component 170a and a second indicator component 170b. Figure 3A represents the expression of the indicator components 170a and 170b with the decoupling of the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140.

In one embodiment, the indicator components 170a and 170b are put together to form an indicator 170. Figure 3B shows the multi-component backpack system 250 when the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are coupled together to form the Multi-component backpack 100 in its full state. In this embodiment, the indicator 170 is a complete image, thus indicating that the backpack component 120 is coupled to the food container component 140 to form the complete multi-component backpack 100.

In one embodiment, the indicator 170 may be a two-dimensional image configured to appear in its full form when the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are coupled together. In that configuration, none of the backpack component 120, or the food container component 140 would show a complete picture in an incomplete state. Therefore, the user can identify that the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete if it fails to see the complete image that the multi-component backpack 100 would be expressing in its complete form. In similar modalities, the image can include a nature scene, a television character, an urban landscape, a painting, a person, an animal, a mechanical device, a tool, a game, a book, a mythological character or another two-dimensional image.

In one embodiment, the indicator 170 may be a three-dimensional image configured to appear in its full form when the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are coupled together. In such a configuration, none of the backpack component 120, nor the food container component 140 would show a complete picture in an incomplete state. Therefore, the user can identify that the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete if it fails to see the complete image that the multi-component backpack 100 would be expressing in its complete form. In one embodiment, the three-dimensional image that is formed by joining the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 to form the multi-component backpack 100 can be an animal. For example, a turtle can be formed by configuring the backpack component 120 to look like a turtle body, and configuring the food container component 140 to look like a turtle shell. Coupled together, the food container component 140 and the backpack component 120 would form the multi-component backpack 100 and form a three-dimensional image of a turtle. In other modalities, the three-dimensional image could be a nature scene, a television character, an urban landscape, a painting, a person, a mechanical device, a tool, a game, a book, a mythological character or another three-dimensional image .

Although the indicator 160 and the indicator 170 are independently discussed, said indicators may be included both at the same time in the same multi-component backpack 100. In one embodiment, the multicomponent backpack 100 comprises the indicator 160 and the indicator 170, in where indicators 160 and 170 can operate simultaneously. For example, the indicator 160 may be an exposed image with the detachment of the food container component 140 from the backpack component 120, and the indicator 170 may be a three-dimensional image configured to appear in its full form when the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are coupled. The removal of the food container component 140 can cause the expression of the indicator 160 to reveal an image and also cause the expression of the indicator 170 by failing to complete a three-dimensional image. In another embodiment, the multi-component backpack 100 comprises both the indicator 160 and the indicator 170 at the same time, wherein the indicator 160 may be configured to express an audible tone, and the indicator 170 may take the form of a complete image when the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 are coupled. In this embodiment, the food container component 140 can be placed close to the backpack component 120, but not attached thereto, thus giving the appearance of a complete image. In this case, the user may not notice the expression of the indicator 170. In this mode, the indicator 160, configured to express an audible tone, would be expressed and would be more noticeable to the user.

As shown in Figures 4A and 4B, the third detached component 145 may also comprise an indicator 180 configured to indicate its detachment from the multi-component backpack 100. The indicator 180 can operate using any of the methods discussed above for indicators 160 and 170, or it can operate by a different method. In addition, each additional detachable component, eg, a fourth, fifth, sixth removable component, etc., may also comprise an indicator configured to detect its detachment from the multi-component backpack 100.

As noted, the third removable component 145 and / or other detachable components may comprise different indicators, eg, the indicator 180, different from those incorporated by the backpack component 120 and the container component for food 140. In one In this embodiment, the third detachable component 145 may comprise the indicator 180 configured to express an image with the detachment of the third detachable component 145 of the multi-component backpack 100. In such embodiment, the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 they may comprise the indicator 160 configured to express a different image with the detachment of the food container component 140 from the multi-component backpack 100.

In some embodiments, the third removable component 145 and / or additional removable components they may comprise indicators substantially similar to the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140. For example, the third release component 145, the additional release components, the backpack component 120, and the food container component 140 may comprise the indicator 160 comprising an image, audible tone, or substantially similar light in all cases. An indicator substantially similar to the indicator 170 may also be employed. The third removable component 145, the removable components, the backpack component 120 and the food container component 140 may form a complete image when they are coupled together to form the multiple backpack. components 100. In this embodiment, the removal of any of the detachable components will result in an incomplete image, indicating that the multi-component backpack 100 is incomplete.

While included in the same multi-component backpack 100 at the same time, it is contemplated that indicators 160, 170 and 180 may operate at different times. In one embodiment, the indicator 180 may be configured to indicate detachment of the detachable third component 145 while the indicator 170 may be configured to indicate detachment of the food container component 140. In such an embodiment, the third detachable component may be detached from the multi-component backpack 100, thus causing the expression of the indicator 180 while the indicator 170 is not expressed.

In one embodiment, the indicator 180 may be configured to indicate detachment of the detachable third component 145 while the indicator 160 may be configured to indicate detachment of the food container component 140. In such embodiment, the third detachable component may be detached from the multi-component backpack 100, thus causing the expression of the indicator 180 while the indicator 160 is not expressed. In other embodiments, the indicator 160, the indicator 170, and the indicator 180 may operate at different times in response to the detachment of additional detachable components.

Turning now to Figure 5, method 400 is discussed. In block 410, the components of a multi-component backpack are manufactured. These components comprise a first storage component and a second storage component removably coupled. In some contexts, the first storage component can be referred to as a backpack, a backpack, a suitcase, a package, etc., but for the purposes of this disclosure it will be referred to as the first storage component. In some contexts, the second storage component can be referred to as a food container, a backpack, a backpack, a suitcase, a package, a lunch box, a lunch bag, an accessory, a lunch pocket, etc., but for the purposes of this disclosure it will be referred to as the second storage component. In some embodiments, the first storage component and the second storage component can be attached by means of a zipper, a button, a hook, and loop strips, a snap, a press fit, a buckle, a magnet, a strap, or combinations thereof.

In block 420 an indicator is provided, configured to indicate the incomplete assembly of the first and second components. In different modalities, the indicator can be a color, a two-dimensional image, a three-dimensional image, or an audible tone. In one embodiment, the indicator may comprise an electronic device configured to detect whether the first storage component and the second storage component are coupled together or not.

In block 430, the first storage component, the second storage component, and the indicator for assembling a multi-component backpack configured in such a way that the detachment of the second storage component of the first storage component causes the expression of the indicator. In some embodiments, the location of the junction of the first storage component and the second storage component may vary. In some modalities, the nature of the indicator may vary.

While various embodiments have been provided in the present disclosure, it should be understood that the systems and methods disclosed may be incorporated in many other specific forms without departing from the spirit or scope of the present disclosure. The present examples should be considered as illustrative and not restrictive, and the intention is not to be limited to the details provided in this document. For example, different elements or components can be combined or integrated into another system or certain features can be omitted or not implemented.

Also, the techniques, systems, subsystems, and methods that are described and illustrated in the different modalities as discrete or separate may be combined or integrated with other systems, models, techniques, or methods without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Other items that are shown or discussed as directly coupled or in Communication between them can be indirectly coupled or communicated through some interface, device, or intermediate component, either electrically, mechanically, or otherwise. Other examples of changes, substitutions, and alterations are verifiable by someone experienced in the matter and could be done without departing from the spirit and scope disclosed in this document.

Claims

NOVELTY OF THE INVENTION Having described the present invention as above, it is considered as a novelty and, therefore, the content of the following is claimed as property: CLAIMS

1. A multi-component backpack, comprising: a first storage component; Y a second storage component; wherein the first storage component and the second storage component are removably coupled, and wherein the first, the second, or both components are insulated.

2. The multi-component backpack according to claim 1, characterized in that the insulation comprises laminated vinyl with aluminized mylar, neoprene, polyethylene terephthalate insulator, reflective metal insulation, a synthetic fiber thermal insulator, or combinations thereof.

3. The multi-component backpack according to claim 1, characterized in that the first, the second or both components further comprise at least one of: a shoulder strap, a handle, a waist band, or any combination thereof.

4. The multi-component backpack according to claim 1, further comprises at least a third detached storage component.

5. The multi-component backpack according to claim 4, characterized in that the third detached storage component is configured to store a mobile electronic device.

6. The multi-component backpack according to claim 1, characterized in that the first, the second or both components comprise: nylon, vinyl, polyester, canvas, cotton, wool, leather, denim, corduroy, or combinations thereof.

7. The multi-component backpack according to claim 1, characterized in that the coupling of the first and second components comprises: a strap, a buckle, a clasp, a hook and loop strips, a button, a press fit, a zipper, a magnet, or combinations thereof.

8. The multi-component backpack according to claim 1, characterized in that the second component further comprises a hard liner configured for support.

9. A system for identifying an incomplete multi-component backpack, comprising: a first storage component containing at least one accessible compartment; an indicator, where the indicator indicates incomplete multi-component backpack; Y a second storage component, wherein the decoupling of the second storage component causes the expression of the indicator.

10. The system according to claim 9, characterized in that the indicator is a color.

11. The system according to claim 9, characterized in that the indicator is configured to express an audible tone.

12. The system according to claim 11, characterized in that the indicator comprises an electronic device.

13. The system according to claim 9, characterized in that the indicator comprises an image exposed by the detachment of the second storage component of the first storage component.

14. The system according to claim 9, characterized in that the detachment of the second storage component of the first component of storage produces an incomplete image.

15. The system according to claim 14, characterized in that the image is one of: a nature scene, a television character, an urban landscape, a painting, a person, an animal, a mechanical device, a tool, a game , a book, or a mythological character.

16. A method for manufacturing a multi-component backpack, comprising: provide an indicator, where the indicator is configured to indicate incomplete multi-component backpack; Y manufacturing the multi-component backpack, wherein the multi-component backpack comprises a first storage component and a second storage component such that the first and second storage components are detachably coupled and the detachment of the second storage component. causes the expression of the indicator.

17. The method according to claim 16, characterized in that the indicator is a color.

18. The method according to claim 16, characterized in that the indicator is an image exposed by the detachment of the second storage component. of the first storage component.

19. The method according to claim 16, characterized in that the detachment of the second storage component of the first storage component produces an incomplete image.

20. The method according to claim 19, characterized in that the image is one of: a nature scene, a television character, an urban landscape, a painting, a person, an animal, a mechanical device, a tool, a game , a book, or a mythological character.