Universal object retention system and method of use

Abstract

An object retention system is adapted for retaining any one of a plurality of objects of different size and shape. The object retention system comprises a substantially thin, semi-rigid substrate and having a strap assembly including a plurality of straps overlaying the substrate and arranged in first and second sets oriented and angled in relation to one another. The first and second sets are woven together such as in a non-uniform or random pattern to form a plurality of strap overlaps. Each one of the straps may further be securable to the substrate with at least two anchor points. Strap sections are defined between each adjacent pair of strap overlaps and / or between adjacent pairs of anchor points to allow for insertion of at least one of the objects of multiple size and shape between the strap and substrate.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001](Not Applicable)STATEMENT RE: FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH / DEVELOPMENT[0002](Not Applicable)BACKGROUND[0003]The present invention relates generally to storage devices and, more particularly, to a uniquely configured and highly adaptable object retention system for organizing, storing and carrying a wide variety of objects and / or personal articles of different size and shape wherein the objects are easily insertable into and removable from the object retention system.[0004]Included in the prior art are a wide variety of storage devices such as storage bags which are specifically adapted for containing and transporting various objects and accessories as may be required by a user as they go about their daily activities or during travel. For example, backpacks are commonly used by students to carry books and other materials and supplies to and from home as well as between classes. Backpacks typically include at least one relatively large inte...

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Benefits of technology

"The object retention system described in this patent is a unique system for storing a large number of objects of varying size and shape. It consists of a substrate and a strap assembly. The straps are made of elastic material and are arranged in angled orientation to provide a plurality of object retention configurations. The straps can be woven together in a non-uniform or random pattern, or in a repeating pattern, to allow for the insertion and retention of objects of varying size and orientation. The straps can be secured to the substrate or surface using anchor points or other suitable means such as snaps, rivets, buttons, hooks, or adhesive bonding. The system can be integrated into existing structures or releasably mounted to or integrated into any storage or transport device. It provides a convenient and efficient solution for storing objects in various applications."

Problems solved by technology

For art students, the size and shape of the materials required for different classes presents additional problems in storing and carrying such supplies and materials to and from class.

Due to the wide variety of sizes of materials and supplies used by art students, the carrying of such items is especially cumbersome making transportation difficult, especially in an urban setting where art students may commute to and from classes using public transportation.

The need to carry a wide variety of personal effects and accessories of different sizes in their daily activity and during travel is also a challenge for women.

However, the above-mentioned storage devices such as backpacks and handbags possess certain deficiencies which detract from their overall utility.

For example, most prior art storage devices are provided with a limited number of compartments, pockets or slots which can only hold certain size objects.

Furthermore, the total quantity of compartments, slots or pockets typically included with prior art storage bags is many times less than the total number of items that an individual must carry.

Unfortunately, the total number of cosmetic items carried by women is typically greater than the number of individual compartments which are provided in many purses, handbags and travel bags.

As a result, many women simply place the above-mentioned cosmetic items in a mixed array at the bottom of the purse or handbag making identification and retrieval of a specific item difficult.

Likewise, for individuals who carry conventional backpacks, the total number of items carried during the day or during travel typically exceeds the limited number of pockets or slots which are available in the backpack.

The remaining items that do not fit into one of the separate enclosures must be stored in an unorganized fashion as loose items in one of the larger compartments of the carrying bag making later retrieval of a particular item inconvenient.

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