Anti-Theft Carrying Straps

Abstract

In various embodiments, a carrying bag is disclosed which includes a one or more security panel assemblies comprising a first flexible material layer and a polymeric fiber matrix, such as a polymer fiber-based cut-resistant fabric, matrix or mesh. Various carrying straps are disclosed which include a first flexible fabric or webbing; and a second flexible fabric or webbing comprising a polymeric fiber matrix. Additional polymeric fibers, filaments, cables, threads or yarns may be included in the security panel assemblies and straps, such as cut-resistant monofilament and multifilament fibers comprised of a polyethylene such as ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), high-modulus polyethylene (HMPE), or High Performance Polyethylene (HPPE), for example.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO A RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is nonprovisional of and claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 695,994, filed Jul. 10, 2018, inventors Donald E. Godshaw et al., titled “Anti-Theft Carrying Bags and Carrying Straps”, which is commonly assigned herewith, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference with the same full force and effect as if set forth in its entirety herein, and with priority claimed for all commonly disclosed subject matter.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]This invention relates to various types of carrying bags and, more particularly, to a cut or slash-resistant carrying bag with a cut or slash-resistant security panel for carrying bags such as purses, backpacks, messenger bags, briefcases, luggage, and so on, and to cut or slash-resistant carrying straps which may be used with such carrying bags.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Handbags, travel bags, purses, backpacks, messenger...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The patent provides new types of carrying bags and straps that are resistant to cutting and scratching, which are easy and inexpensive to make, and are comfortable to wear. These new features also include anti-theft features to prevent theft and unauthorized access to the bag's contents. Overall, the patent presents a way to make carrying bags and straps that are both durable and flexible, which appeal to consumers while maintaining a unique design.

Problems solved by technology

On occasion, such bags are subject to theft or attempted theft.

In such circumstances, a person's attention is often on their activities, and the carrying bag is not being observed at all or most times, and such an unattended carrying bag is a prime target for potential theft.

In other circumstances, the owner of the bag may be inattentive or distracted, such as intentionally distracted by groups or teams of thieves or pickpockets.

While the bag is unattended or the attention of the owner is diverted, moreover, a potential thief typically has considerably more time in which to attempt to gain access to the contents of the bag, especially compared with the much more rapidly occurring grabbing, pickpocketing or slashing of a carrying bag.

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