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Baggage with retractable beverage container pocket

a beverage container and baggage technology, applied in the field of baggage, can solve the problems of reducing the practicality of carrying a beverage container, so as to reduce the chances of the pocket being snagged, streamlined and stylistic

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-09-07
SIWAK TODD
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Benefits of technology

The retractable pocket offers a convenient, accessible, and aesthetically pleasing solution for holding beverage containers, reducing snagging and damage risks by being collapsible and concealed, while maintaining a professional appearance.

Problems solved by technology

However, holding a beverage container while also transporting a piece of baggage can become burdensome.
Another disadvantage of prior art beverage pockets is that many people feel that having such a pocket on a piece of baggage gives the piece of baggage a rustic or outdoorsy appearance.
Such an appearance is often undesirable in professional settings.
These disadvantages limit the usefulness of beverage pockets as more professional baggage is thought to require a more formal styling.
However, the use of traditional pockets or compartments to hold beverage containers compromises the benefits associated with easily accessible specialized pockets as described above.
Traditional pockets are often less accessible and clumsy for use as beverage holders.
Additionally, condensation and spillage can cause damage to the contents of the compartment used to hold the container or even to the piece of baggage itself.
This risk of damage is amplified by the fact that a traditional pocket usually doesn't include an elastic strap or other elastic retainer to help support a beverage container in an upright position.

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embodiment 10

[0019] The mesh portion 24 of this embodiment 10 is preferably a trapezoidal piece of mesh material having two equal length side edges 34 and opposite upper 36 and lower(not shown) edges. The side edges 34 of the mesh portion 24 are preferably slightly longer than the length of the slit 26 in the shroud 22 such that, with the upper edge 36 of the mesh portion aligned with the upper edge 28 of the shroud, the side edges of the mesh portion can be sewn or otherwise attached to the opposite edges 32 of the slit on the backside of the shroud and the lower edge of the mesh can be attached beneath the slit on the backside of the shroud. The mesh portion 24 may also preferably have an elastic member 38 sewn or otherwise attached to its upper edge 36.

[0020] The closure mechanism 20 of this embodiment 10 is preferably a zipper 40 that is attached along the opposite edges 32 of the slit 26 where it can be operated to hold the opposite edges 32 together when the slider 42 of the zipper 40 is r...

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[0023] Like the first embodiment, the closure mechanism of the embodiment shown in FIG. 3 and 4 is a zipper 64 that is positioned along the opposite edges 58 of the vertical slit 60 where it can operate to hold the opposite edges 58 of the vertical slit 60 together when closed. With the slider 66 of the zipper 64 lowered, the vertical slit 60 is open and the pocket 50 expands outward or can be pulled outward through the slit 60 as shown in FIG. 3. When in this position, the pocket functions as described above to support a beverage container therein. When not in use, the pocket can be collapsed into the interior cavity 52 and the slider 66 of the zipper 64 can be raised to close the vertical slit 60 and hide the pocket 50 in the interior cavity 52 as shown in FIG. 4. In this position the pocket is concealed and is not exposed to be snagged on other items or fixtures.

[0024] It is convenient to perhaps think of these two embodiments as being surface mounted as in the first embodiment a...

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Abstract

A piece of baggage is provided with a retractable pocket that is configured to support a beverage container on the exterior of the piece of baggage. The pocket is constructed of a mesh material and has an elastic strap along an upper edge that allows the pocket to expand to support various size containers, such as bottled water. When not in use, the pocket can be held collapsed against or inside the piece of baggage by a closure mechanism such as a zipper. This conceals the pocket to improve the aesthetic appearance of the piece of baggage and reduces the risk of snagging the mesh pocket as the piece of baggage is transported.

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[0001] This application is a continuation of the copending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09 / 521,702 filed on Mar. 9, 2000 and currently pending.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] (1) Field of the Invention [0003] This invention pertains to the field of baggage. More particularly, this invention pertains to a pocket fashioned as part of a piece of baggage. The pocket is capable of holding a beverage container on the exterior of the piece of baggage and can be retracted so as to be substantially hidden when not being used. The retractable feature of the pocket provides the piece of baggage with a convenient place for holding a beverage container when desired without detracting from the styling or aesthetic appearance of the piece of baggage when retracted. [0004] (2) Description of the Related Art [0005] It has become increasingly more common for persons to carry beverages while traveling. However, holding a beverage container while also transporting a piece of baggage can become b...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A45C3/00A45C5/03
CPCA45C3/00A45C5/03A45C5/06A45C13/001A45C13/40A45C15/00A45F3/16A45F2003/001
Inventor SIWAK, TODD
Owner SIWAK TODD