Storage receptable for use in automotive door lining

Abstract

A storage receptacle is usable in a map pocket without requiring an intermediate adapter ring. The storage receptacle only uses part of the storage space within the map pocket, and leaves the rest of the space available for maps or other personal items. The receptacle may be dimensioned to use less than half the space of the vehicle door pocket. In a selected illustrative embodiment, a storage receptacle is adapted to receive and store glasses therein, such as eyeglasses or sunglasses. The storage receptacle includes a receptacle case made from a strong plastic material, and may also include a liner made from a material such as foam padding, cloth, and / or flocking provided on an inner wall of the receptacle case, to protect glasses which may be stored therein.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to vehicular storage receptacles. More particularly, the present invention relates to a storage receptacle for subdividing a pocket in a vehicle door. [0003] 2. Description of the Background Art [0004] Most vehicles today have pockets disposed in the lining of the door, for storage of personal items such as maps, recorded music, umbrellas, trash, and other user-selected items. However, when storing small items in these conventional pockets, it is very difficult to locate a small item in a large pocket, especially while driving. [0005] When storing something relatively small such as sunglasses or eyeglasses, there is no need for a large space-consuming storage receptacle. Conventionally, sunglasses and eyeglasses have been stored in compartments within the roof console, the center console or the glove box. [0006] However, when stored in these conventional locations, the glasses may be sc...

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Problems solved by technology

However, when storing small items in these conventional pockets, it is very difficult to locate a small item in a large pocket, especially while driving.

However, when stored in these conventional locations, the glasses may be scratched or damaged from contact with other items placed within the same area.

When glasses are stored in a roof console, and a vehicle is left in the sun with the windows up, the glasses may become too hot for the user to immediately wear after they are removed from storage.

Under extreme conditions, sunglasses may melt or warp if exposed to excessive heat.

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