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Weight-Balanced Modular Carrying Apparatus

a modular, carrying device technology, applied in the field of carrying devices, can solve the problems of limited inability to easily alter the functionality of each device, and inability to carry a bag that has unlimited functionality, etc., to achieve the effect of sufficient weight-balance, enhanced functionality of the apparatus, and easy attachment and disassembly

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-12-09
GIGLIO SHANLEY
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[0026]The apparatus utilizes a secure system of securing means and may take into account the expected weight of the contents of each storage component so that the apparatus is sufficiently weight-balanced and secure for ready transport. The securing means allow components to be easily attached and detached in seconds, and in some embodiments, with one hand. In addition, it is not necessary that a user see the attachment means in order to operate them.
[0027]As components are attached, the modular carrying apparatus retains its appearance as an integrated, singly-constructed unit. A strap(s) may be added or positioned as necessary to enhance the functionality of the apparatus and to stabilize and balance the weight of the modular carrying components.
[0028]In various embodiments, the modular apparatus may be placed upright on floors and counters and hung on hooks to be adapted for use in restrooms and other public environments. In various embodiments, the weight-balanced storage components of the modular carrying apparatus can be selectively attached and detached for use as a purse, diaper bag and / or briefcase, and various components may increase the functionality or vary the appearance of the modular carrying apparatus.

Problems solved by technology

Designers have focused on functionality in the past, but have yet to come up with a bag that has unlimited functionality and for which functionality can be easily altered, e.g., from a purse to a diaper bag.
Currently each type of accessory (e.g., a handbag and a diaper bag) is designed so that each device offers limited, traditional functionality.

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[0029]For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the present invention, references are made in the text to exemplary embodiments of a weight-balanced modular carrying apparatus, only some of which are described herein. It should be understood that no limitations on the scope of the invention are intended by describing these exemplary embodiments. One of ordinary skill in the art will readily appreciate that alternate but functionally equivalent designs, materials, and components may be used. The inclusion of additional elements may be deemed readily apparent and obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art. Specific elements disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one of ordinary skill in the art to employ the present invention.

[0030]It should be understood that the drawings are not necessarily to scale; instead, emphasis has been placed upon illustrating the principles of the invent...

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Abstract

The present invention is a modular carrying apparatus for personal items and baby supplies that includes a plurality of separately attachable weight-balanced storage components which allow the apparatus to be carried with a shoulder strap.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 185,113 filed on Jun. 8, 2009.FIELD OF INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to the field of carrying devices, in particular to a convertible carrying device which allows modular components to be stably attached and weight-balanced.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS[0003]FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a modular carrying apparatus in the closed position.[0004]FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a modular carrying apparatus in the open position.[0005]FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a modular carrying apparatus in the closed position.[0006]FIG. 4 illustrates an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a modular carrying apparatus.[0007]FIG. 5a illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a weight-balanced modular carrying apparatus.[0008]FIG. 5b illustrates an exemplary embodiment of an unbalanced modular ca...

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IPC IPC(8): A45C3/02
CPCA45C11/24A45C7/0086
Inventor GIGLIO, SHANLEY
Owner GIGLIO SHANLEY
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