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Self-attaching storage device

a self-attaching and storage device technology, applied in the direction of travelling carriers, travelling articles, other accessories, etc., can solve the problems of inconvenient and uncomfortable carrying a conventional wallet, inconvenient to carry, and easy loss of conventional wallets

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-10-14
THROPE MICHAEL
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[0008]The self-attaching storage device of the present invention may be secured around a user's limb by simply “slapping” the s

Problems solved by technology

Carrying a conventional wallet can be inconvenient and uncomfortable for people when they are wearing few clothes and / or clothes without pockets.
Under such circumstances the conventional wallet is susceptible to being lost, or just inconvenient to carry.
Another problem is that the wallet can be damaged by sweat or by immersion in water.
However, a major disadvantage with such typical wallets and purses is that one may easily lose them through negligence or because they have been stolen.
In addition, there are many situations when it is desirable to be able to carry a wallet but lack the pockets in which to carry it, or when it is not practicable to carry a purse or other case with a handle or strap.

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[0017]Although the disclosure hereof is detailed and exact to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, the physical embodiments herein disclosed merely exemplify the invention which may be embodied in other specific structures. While the preferred embodiment has been described, the details may be changed without departing from the invention.

[0018]The various aspects of the invention will be described in connection with a self-attaching storage device and methods used to store items and to place the storage device about a limb, the storage device being simply and conveniently “snapped” around a user's wrist or ankle, for example, without the need for a pocket for storage of the items. That is because the features and advantages of the invention are well suited for this purpose. Still, it should be appreciated that the various aspects of the invention can be applied in other forms and used in the preparation of other devices that may also be snapped around a user's b...

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Abstract

A self-attaching storage device comprises a storage case having a first edge and a second edge and a third edge and a forth edge, with at least one edge comprising a fold, the storage case including at least one inner storage space. Sealing means may be included for sealing at least one of the first edge and second edge and third edge and for the edge that is not the at least one edge comprising a fold. A bi-stable ribbon spring is positioned on or in the storage case, the bi-stable ribbon spring adapted to include a stable linear configuration and a coiled configuration. Securing means may be included for securing the storage device in a coiled configuration about a user's limb.

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RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of provisional patent application Ser. No. 61 / 212,549 filed 13 Apr. 2009.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The invention relates generally to a device for storing personal items, and more particularly to a self-attaching storage device that is adapted to be worn on a limb or waist of a user.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Carrying a conventional wallet can be inconvenient and uncomfortable for people when they are wearing few clothes and / or clothes without pockets. When wearing such clothes many people resort to carrying a conventional wallet in their hands or place the wallet in a position between their clothes and their body. Under such circumstances the conventional wallet is susceptible to being lost, or just inconvenient to carry. Another problem is that the wallet can be damaged by sweat or by immersion in water.[0004]A wide variety of devices have been used over the years for storing (i.e., carrying) personal items on on...

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IPC IPC(8): A45F5/00
CPCA45C1/00A45C13/1076A45F2200/0516A45F5/00A45F2005/008A45C2001/101
Inventor THROPE, MICHAEL
Owner THROPE MICHAEL
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