Removably attachable storage device

Abstract

A temporary storage device fabricated at least in part of memory stretch material (such as synthetic rubber, e.g. polychloroprene material and the like. A storage portion of said device may be fabricated from the same polychloroprene material and is configured with at least one defined storage pocket. An attachment portion of the storage device has defined therein at least one generally annular stretchable opening. This attachment opening, due to the elastically stretchable quality of the device fabric will be stretched sufficiently to surround and cling snugly to a support stanchion such as a bedpost commonly found on a bunk or loft bed. More than one attachment opening of different sizes can be defined in the attachment portion so as to sizably correspond with different posts. The suspended storage device remains in place due to its gripping elasticity as well as gravity pull which distorts and further tightens the elastic opening.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 457,240 filed on Feb. 9, 2011, and entitled “Bunk Pocket,” the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes, as if fully set forth herein.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not applicableREFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING[0003]Not applicableFIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE[0004]The present disclosure relates generally to item and material storage receptacles. More specifically the present disclosure relates to temporary storage devices for personal items and materials for convenient access.BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE[0005]The popular use of cell phones has soared throughout the last two decades. These personal devices not only help people stay in touch with family, friends and businesses, they have become a principal link to the outside world. Today, nearly six billion subscribers across the ...

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Benefits of technology

[0012]Presented herein is a unique removably attachable storage device configured especially to temporarily secure cell phones and other personal items at a location easily accessed by the user. The storage device described herein as particularly applicable to bedside use where it securely engages a bedpost or other adjacent, generally vertical column or stanchion, and serves to present stored items for immediate retrieval on demand. Obviously, broader application of the disclosed storage device can extend to any stationary fixture or structure suited to its unique interconnection qualities as will be explained below. The unique storage device remains in place without slipping or falling due to the elasticity and anti-slip properties of the material from which it is fabricated.

[0014]By force of gravity the device's pliable, elastic material is further stretched causing the attachment opening to be distorted, thereby considerably increasing gripping traction. Cumulative weight of items / devices placed within the storage portion to increase device tension about the post, thus drawing it ever tightly. Once stretchably secured about a post or other generally vertical stanchion, this novel device remains snuggly in place, free from interference with bed linens, pillows, and such, but conveniently within easy reach for retrieval of personal items. The device may be moved relatively easily at any time, for portability or more secure storage as necessary.

Problems solved by technology

By force of gravity the device's pliable, elastic material is further stretched causing the attachment opening to be distorted, thereby considerably increasing gripping traction.

As noted above, college campus dormitories are known for limited capacity for furnishings.

A lack of bedside table space poses a major challenge for students virtually physically linked to their mobile phones and similar electronic devices.

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