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Waterproof case for electronic devices

a technology for electronic devices and cases, applied in the field of waterproof cases for electronic devices, can solve the problems of not being waterproof and therefore susceptible to water damag

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-11-15
SKB CORP
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A problem with portable media players is that they are not waterproof and are therefore susceptible to water damage.

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[0025] Turning to the drawings, FIGS. 1 and 2 show a perspective and side view, respectively, of a protective waterproof case 10 according to an embodiment. The waterproof case 10 in this particular embodiment is dimensioned to protect a Gen 4 iPod media player The waterproof case 10 may also be dimensioned to protect other models and other portable media players. Preferably, the waterproof case 10 comprises a transparent polycarbonate shell 15 forming an interior compartment 30 therein, in which the iPod media player to be protected is placed. The shell 15 may also be made of other rigid or semi-rigid plastics.

[0026] The case 10 further comprises a polyurethane overmold 18 molded over selected portions of the shell 15, e.g., by injection molding. The polyurethane overmold 18 may be translucent with a color shading, e.g., blue. Polyurethane is preferred because it forms a tight bond with the polycarbonate shell 15. Polyurethane is also a soft pliable plastic. Other soft plastics ma...

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Abstract

The present invention provides protective waterproof cases for portable media players such as iPods. In an exemplary embodiment, the waterproof case comprises a transparent polycarbonate shell having an interior compartment formed therein and comprising upper and lower portions that can be detached for placing a portable player in the interior compartment. A polyurethane overmold is molded over selected portions of the shell to form protective layers on the exterior and interior surfaces of the shell. The waterproof case also comprises a window through which the screen of the player can be viewed, and a flexible pad for operating the player while it is in the waterproof case. The waterproof case further comprises a gasket for forming a watertight seal between the upper and lower portions of the shell when they are attached, and a compressible fitting for forming a watertight seal for a headphone connected to the player in the case.

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[0001] The present invention relates to waterproof cases, and more particularly to waterproof cases for electronic devices. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Portable digital media players have become popular for providing portable media, e.g., music, to people on the go, e.g., commuters, and to sports enthusiasts, e.g., joggers, bikers, etc. Presently, the most popular portable digital media player in the United States is the iPod media player from Apple Computer, Inc. [0003] A problem with portable media players is that they are not waterproof and are therefore susceptible to water damage. However, many people desire to use portable media players while they are engaging in water-related activities such as water sports, e.g., surfing and swimming, and showering. [0004] Accordingly, there is a need for waterproof cases for electronic devices, and particularly for portable media players. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0005] The present invention provides protective waterproof cases for p...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B65D85/00
CPCA45C11/22A45C2011/001A45F5/00A45F2200/0508A45F5/021A45F2005/006A45F5/02
Inventor SANDERSON, DAVID
Owner SKB CORP
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