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- BR112021025824
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- BR · BR
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- 2026-08-25
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1 / 28 NETWORK CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED REQUESTS
[0001] This application claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 863,909, filed June 20, 2019, and entitled “REDE”, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention in some of its embodiments relates to a net and, more particularly, but not exclusively, to an adjustable net. HISTORY OF THE INVENTION
[0003] Commonly used nets have a flat, two-dimensional shape that can be folded and glued to form a three-dimensional shape. Nets are frequently used for packaging items, point-of-sale display units, tissue boxes, wrapping, lining, barriers, and so on.
[0004] Commonly used nets can provide protection to an element at least partially enclosed by the net while supporting the element. For example, nets are used to wrap solid products of all kinds. Nets are used to transport various products safely and stably. Some nets are commonly used in medical packaging and treatments that require air to pass through the openings in the net. BRIEF PRESENTATION
[0005] The following embodiments and their aspects are described and illustrated together with systems, tools and methods that are intended to be exemplary and illustrative, without limiting the scope of the invention.
[0006] According to one aspect of some embodiments, a network is provided, including a plurality of transverse strips intersecting a plurality of longitudinal strips, wherein each longitudinal strip of the plurality of longitudinal strips includes two intermittently adhering films, forming channels with discontinuous adhesion between the films, and wherein, at an intersection of a longitudinal strip and a Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 4 / 40 2 / 28 transverse strip, a transverse strip is placed across a channel in said longitudinal strip.
[0007] According to some embodiments, at least one channel of the channels includes a semi-adherent zone, a non-adherent zone, a friction zone, or a combination thereof between the channel and the transverse strips. In some embodiments, at least one channel of the channels is configured to prevent the movement of the transverse strip through the channel. In some embodiments, at least two of a plurality of transverse strips are placed across channels of at least two of a plurality of longitudinal strips, forming four intersections between the longitudinal strips and the transverse strips.
[0008] In some embodiments, the adhesion strength between the cross strip and the intersecting films is at least 30% weaker than the adhesion between the films. In some embodiments, the channel includes internal surfaces facing each other, where the cross strip occupies 20 to 90% of the surface area of the internal surfaces. In some embodiments, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions of the films to the surface area of the films in the channel is at least 3:1.
[0009] In some embodiments, the position and / or orientation of the transverse strip relative to the longitudinal strip in the channel is adjustable. In some embodiments, the location of the intersection point between the longitudinal and transverse strips is adjustable along the length of at least one of the longitudinal and / or transverse strips. In some embodiments, the adjustability of the network is independent of the elasticity of the transverse and longitudinal strips.
[0010] According to one aspect of some embodiments of the invention, a network is provided, including a plurality of transverse strips crossing a plurality of longitudinal strips, wherein each longitudinal strip of the plurality of longitudinal strips includes two intermittently adhesive films, forming channels at discontinuities of adhesion between the films, and wherein, at an intersection of a longitudinal strip and a transverse strip, a transverse strip is placed through a channel in said longitudinal strip, wherein at least one channel of the channels is Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 5 / 40 3 / 28 configured to prevent the movement of at least one transverse strip placed therein, and wherein the adhesion between each of the films within the channel and the transverse strip is at least 30% weaker than the adhesion between the adhesive films.
[0011] According to some embodiments, the adhesion within at least one channel of the channels includes a semi-adherent zone, a non-adherent zone, a friction zone, or a combination thereof between the films. In some embodiments, at least two of a plurality of transverse strips are held together by a plurality of longitudinal strips and forming four intersections between the longitudinal strips and the transverse strips. In some embodiments, the channel includes internal surfaces facing each other, and wherein the transverse strip occupies 20 to 90% of the surface area of the internal surfaces.In some embodiments, the ratio of the surface area of adherent portions of the films to the surface area of the films in the channel is at least 3:1.
[0012] In some embodiments, the position and / or orientation of the transverse strip relative to the longitudinal strip in the channel is adjustable. In some embodiments, the location of the intersection point between the longitudinal and transverse strips is adjustable along the length of at least one of the longitudinal and / or transverse strips. In some embodiments, the adjustability of the net is independent of the elasticity of the transverse and longitudinal strips. In some embodiments, the transverse strip also crosses an edge of the longitudinal strip, in a serpentine or zigzag manner. In some embodiments, the transverse strip crosses the edge of the longitudinal strip of the net and forms a semi-loop on one longitudinal edge of the net, on another longitudinal edge of the net, or on both. In some embodiments, the semi-loop extends beyond the longitudinal edge of one net, another longitudinal edge of the net, or both.In some modalities, the length (L) of the half-loop corresponds to a predetermined distance (D) between the intersection of the half-loop and the edge of the longitudinal strip, one longitudinal edge of the net, another longitudinal edge of the net, or both. In some modalities, two adjacent segments of the transverse strip mark at least one longitudinal strip and define between them a half-loop locking portion of the longitudinal strip. In some modalities, the ratio... Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 6 / 40 4 / 28 between an area (a) of the aforementioned exclusive locking portion of the channels and an area (b) inclusive of the channels is expressed by (0.1b>a).
[0013] According to some embodiments, a net comprising a plurality of longitudinal strips intersecting at least one transverse strip is provided in this document, wherein each longitudinal strip of said plurality of longitudinal strips comprises two intermittently adhering films forming channels with discontinuous adhesion between the films, and wherein, at an intersection of a longitudinal strip and the transverse strip, the transverse strip crosses at least a portion of said plurality of longitudinal strips in a serpentine or zigzag pattern. The transverse strip crosses the edge of the longitudinal strip of the net and forms a semi-loop on one longitudinal edge of the net, on the other longitudinal edge of the net, or on both. In some embodiments, the semi-loop extends beyond one longitudinal edge of the net, the other longitudinal edge of the net, or both.In some embodiments, the length (L) of the half-loop corresponds to a predetermined distance (D) between the intersection of the half-loop and at least one longitudinal strip on a longitudinal edge of the net, another longitudinal edge of the net, or both. In some embodiments, two adjacent segments of the transverse strip placed across the edge of the longitudinal strip define between them the locking portion of the half-loop of said longitudinal strip.
[0014] In addition to the exemplary aspects and modalities described above, other aspects and modalities will become apparent by reference to the figures and by studying the following detailed description. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] Exemplary embodiments are illustrated in the referenced figures. The dimensions of the components and features shown in the figures are generally chosen for convenience and clarity of presentation and are not necessarily shown to scale. The figures are listed below: Figure 1: Simplified perspective illustration of one embodiment of a network according to some embodiments of the present invention; Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 7 / 40 5 / 28 Figures 2A and 2B: simplified cross-sectional illustrations of the embodiments of intersections within a network according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figures 3A to 3E: illustrations of cross-sections of the intersection embodiments within a network according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figures 4A and 4B: simplified illustrations of the net tensioning system according to some embodiments of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a network comprising adjustable intersections 114 is provided. In some embodiments, the network comprises a plurality of transverse strips and a plurality of longitudinal strips. In some embodiments, each longitudinal strip comprises two intermittently adhering films. In some embodiments, the adhered segments of the intermittently adhering films are irreversibly adhered. In some embodiments, the non-adherent portions of the films form channels between the films. In some embodiments, the transverse strip is placed through the channels. In some embodiments, the non-adherent portions of the transverse films placed there prevent movement of the transverse strip. In some embodiments, the dimensions and physical properties of the channel and / or the transverse strip determine the adjustability, i.e., the geometric deformation of the transverse strip within the channels.
[0017] According to one aspect of some embodiments of the present invention, a network comprising longitudinal and transverse strips is provided, wherein the longitudinal strips comprise channels, in which the transverse strips are placed through the channels. In some embodiments, the channels are at least partially adhered to the transverse strips placed in them. In some embodiments, the adhesion (weaker adhesion of the intersecting strips) between the transverse strip and the films in the channel, also referred to as junction, intersection or crossing, is at least 30% weaker than the adhesion between the films in the adhering portion. In some embodiments, the adhesion between the transverse strip and the films in the channel is Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 8 / 40 6 / 28 also referred to as a junction, intersection, or cross-adhesion. In some embodiments, the adhesion of the longitudinal strips to the transverse strips is formed at least in part by one or more bonds (e.g., thermal bonding, adhesive bonding, gluing, or similar), welding, chemical adhesion, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, the adhesion (stronger adhesion of the intersection strips) of the edge of a longitudinal strip to a transverse strip is formed by thermal bonding, welding, chemical adhesion, or any combination thereof; this adhesion at the edge of a longitudinal strip is at least 2 times, 3 times, 4 times, 5 times, 6 times, 8 times, or 10 times stronger than the adhesion at the junction. In one embodiment, the edge of the longitudinal strip is 0.01 to 5 cm long at the end of the longitudinal strip.In some modalities, the strong adhesion of intersecting strips is achieved only in a longitudinal strip situated or located on a longitudinal edge of the network.
[0018] According to one aspect of some embodiments of the present invention, a network comprising transverse and longitudinal strips is provided, wherein the adjustability of the network is independent of the elasticity of the transverse and longitudinal strips. In some embodiments, the network comprises an adjustable form of two-dimensional and three-dimensional geometries. In some embodiments, the transverse strip is placed across the channel of the longitudinal strip to form a reticulated structure. In some embodiments, the adjustability of the longitudinal and transverse strips relative to each other at the intersections 114 comprises displaceable locations of the intersection along the length of the transverse strip, angles between the transverse and longitudinal strips at the intersection, and lengths of the transverse strip between the intersections 114.
[0019] In one embodiment, a longitudinal strip comprises an edge of the longitudinal strip. In one embodiment, an edge of the longitudinal strip is positioned on a longitudinal edge or end of the net. In one embodiment, a longitudinal edge or end of the net comprises at least one longitudinal strip or at least one edge of the longitudinal strip. In one embodiment, each of the longitudinal edges or ends of the net comprises from 1 to 10 longitudinal strips / edges. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 9 / 40 7 / 28 of the longitudinal strips of the network. In one embodiment, each of the longitudinal edges of the network comprises 1 to 6 longitudinal strips / edge of the longitudinal strips. In one embodiment, each of the longitudinal edges of the network consists of 1 longitudinal strip / edge of the longitudinal strip. In one embodiment, each of the longitudinal edges of the network comprises 2 to 4 longitudinal strips / edge of the longitudinal strips.
[0020] In one embodiment, a transverse band crosses an edge of the longitudinal band in a serpentine or zigzag manner. In one embodiment, a transverse band crosses an edge of the longitudinal band of the net and forms a semi-loop on one longitudinal edge of the net, on another longitudinal edge of the net, or on both. In one embodiment, the semi-loop extends beyond one edge of the net, another edge of the net, or both.
[0021] In one embodiment, a length (L) of the half-loop corresponds to a predetermined distance (D) between an intersection of the half-loop and at least one longitudinal strip or an edge of the longitudinal strip, on one edge of the net, another edge of the net, or both.
[0022] In one embodiment, at least two adjacent segments of a longitudinal cross-section marked by at least one edge define between them a locking portion of the half-loop, of the longitudinal section or of an edge of the longitudinal section (on the longitudinal edge of the network). In one embodiment, the ratio between an area (a) of the locking portion exclusive of the channels and an area (b) inclusive of said channels is expressed by (0.1b>a).
[0023] In one embodiment, a network is provided in this document, comprising: a plurality of transverse strips; and a plurality of longitudinal strips; wherein each longitudinal strip of said longitudinal strips comprises two films, each longitudinal strip comprising at least two adherent portions and a non-adherent portion between them, forming a channel. In some embodiments, the channel is an opening formed between the films and / or at least a partial discontinuity in the adhesion of the films between two adherent portions. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 10 / 40 8 / 28
[0024] In some embodiments, each adherent portion of said adherent portions terminates with a channel; wherein the channel (and / or non-adherent portion) comprises a semi-adherent zone, a non-adherent zone, or both, wherein each transverse band of at least 50% of the transverse bands is placed across the channel, forming an intersection between the longitudinal band and the transverse band. In one embodiment, a transverse band is distinct, wherein each channel of at least two channels is in a longitudinal band. In one embodiment, at least one transverse band is recognized, wherein each channel of at least two channels is in a different longitudinal band.
[0025] In one embodiment, a semi-adherent zone, a non-adherent zone, or both, is present only in one channel. In one embodiment, a semi-adherent zone, a non-adherent zone, or both, is present only in a longitudinal strip. In one embodiment, a semi-adherent zone is a zone in which the films are loosely adhered to each other. In one embodiment, a semi-adherent zone is a zone in which each of the films is loosely adhered to a transverse strip. In one embodiment, a non-adherent zone is a zone in which the films are not adherent to each other. In one embodiment, a non-adherent zone is a zone in which each of the films is not adherent to a transverse strip.
[0026] In one embodiment, the two films are glued together. In one embodiment, each of the two films comprises two sides, wherein one side is sticky or comprises an adhesive and the other side is non-sticky or devoid of adhesive. In one embodiment, the adhesive side or the side comprising the adhesive of each of the two films is in contact within an adhesive portion of the adhesive portions. In one embodiment, the adhesive side or the side comprising the adhesive of each of the two films is in contact with the transverse strip within the channel. In one embodiment, the transverse strip is devoid of adhesive or an adhesive side. In one embodiment, the transverse strip comprises a single film devoid of adhesive or an adhesive side. In one embodiment, the longitudinal strip comprises two films, wherein each film has two sides (or surfaces), wherein one side or Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 11 / 40 9 / 28 surface is devoid of glue or has an adhesive side and the second side or surface comprises a glue or an adhesive side.
[0027] In one embodiment, a tape comprises a pressure-sensitive adhesive. In one embodiment, a tape comprises fiberglass filaments. In one embodiment, a tape is a filament tape. In one embodiment, a tape comprises a pressure-sensitive adhesive coated in a polypropylene or polyester film and fiberglass filaments embedded therein. In one embodiment, a tape is composed of liquid rubber. In one embodiment, a tape comprises ethylene propylene rubber (EPR). In one embodiment, a tape comprises polyisobutylene.
[0028] In one embodiment, a tape is a friction tape. In one embodiment, a tape comprises an adhesive impregnated therein. In one embodiment, the adhesive is a rubber-based adhesive. In one embodiment, a tape is a self-fusing tape. In one embodiment, a tape is a non-sticky tape.
[0029] In one embodiment, a tape comprises a pressure-sensitive adhesive coated on one side of the tape. In one embodiment, a pressure-sensitive adhesive is coated onto the tape, wherein the tape is composed of a polypropylene or polyester film. In one embodiment, a tape has strength in both the long (machine) and transverse directions. In one embodiment, a tape comprises an adhesive. In one embodiment, a tape comprises an acrylic adhesive. In one embodiment, the terms adhesive and glue are used interchangeably.
[0030] In one embodiment, a tape comprises a strip of thin plastic material. In one embodiment, a tape comprises latex. In one embodiment, a tape adheres only to itself or to another identical tape. In one embodiment, a tape is a pressure-sensitive tape with a fabric or thick fabric backing. In one embodiment, a tape is coated with polyethylene.
[0031] In one embodiment, loosely bonded is an adhesion between two films with a strength, bond strength, adhesive power, cohesive power, or any combination thereof, that is at least 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80% or 90% less than the bond strength, the adhesive strength, the cohesive power Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 12 / 40 10 / 28 adhesive, cohesive power, or any combination thereof, between two films within the adhesive portion of a longitudinal strip.
[0032] In one embodiment, a network is provided in this document, comprising: a plurality of transverse strips; and a plurality of longitudinal strips. In one embodiment, each longitudinal strip of the longitudinal strips comprises two films. In one embodiment, each longitudinal strip comprises at least two adhering portions. In one embodiment, an adhering portion is a portion or area characterized by adhesion between the two films. In one embodiment, each adhering portion limits one or two channels of the channels.
[0033] In one embodiment, each channel of the channels comprises at least a partial adhesion between the two films, or between each film and the cross-strip. In one embodiment, each channel of the channels does not comprise adhesion between the two films, or between each film and the cross-strip. In one embodiment, each channel is configured to accommodate at least a portion of a cross-strip between the films.
[0034] In one embodiment, each transverse strip of at least 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, or all transverse strips, is controlled through each channel of the channels. In one embodiment, a transverse strip placed through a channel forms an intersection between the longitudinal strip and said transverse strip. In one embodiment, the adhesion strength, bonding strength, adhesive power, cohesive power, or any combination thereof, between the transverse strip and the intersection channel is at least 30% weaker than the adhesion strength, bonding strength, adhesive power, cohesive power, or any combination thereof, between the two films in the adhesive portion(s).
[0035] In one embodiment, the cross-section occupies 90%, 80%, 75%, 70%, 60%, or 50%, or less, of the channel area. In one embodiment, the cross-section occupies is synonymous with a cross-section of the cross-section.
[0036] In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is at least 2:1. In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface of the channel is at least 2.5:1. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 13 / 40 11 / 28 In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is at least 3:1. In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is at least 4:1. In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is at least 5:1.
[0037] In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is between 1.5:1 and 100:1. In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is between 1.5:1 and 75:1. In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is between 2:1 and 50:1. In one embodiment, the ratio of the surface area of the adhering portions to the surface area of the channel is between 4:1 and 50:1.
[0038] In one embodiment, the transverse strip is movable within the channel. In one embodiment, the transverse strip is translocatable within the channel. In one embodiment, the transverse strip is movable along the length of the channel, along the width of the channel, or both. In one embodiment, the transverse strip is translocatable within the length of the channel, the width of the channel, or both.
[0039] In one embodiment, the orientation of the transverse strip relative to the longitudinal strip is adjustable. In one embodiment, the orientation of the transverse strip relative to the longitudinal strip within a channel is adjustable. In one embodiment, the angle between a transverse strip and a longitudinal strip with a channel is adjustable. In one embodiment, the intersection and / or the channel are movable and / or relocatable.
[0040] In one embodiment, the network is an adjustable network, which is a deformable structure composed of elements that may be non-deformable, rigid, semi-rigid and / or elastic and the like, such that the adjustability of the network structure 100 is formed at least partially by the adjustable orientation and / or position of the elements relative to each other. In one embodiment, a network as described herein is extensible.
[0041] In one embodiment, a net as described herein is stretchable by at least 1.5 of its initial length and / or width. In some embodiments, the net is stretchable Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 14 / 40 12 / 28 in at least 1.2 of its initial length. In some modalities, the net is stretchable in at least 1.7 of its initial length. In some modalities, the net is stretchable in at least 1.2 of its initial width. In some modalities, the net is stretchable in at least 1.5 of its initial width. In some modalities, the net is stretchable in at least 1.7 of its initial width.
[0042] Reference is made to Fig. 1, which is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a net according to some embodiments of the present invention. In some embodiments, the net 100 comprises a plurality of longitudinal strips 102. In some embodiments, the net 100 comprises a plurality of transverse strips 104. In some embodiments, the longitudinal strip 102 comprises at least one channel 110 formed between two or more films 112. In some embodiments, the transverse strip 104 is placed between the films 112 and / or through the channel 110.
[0043] In some embodiments, a longitudinal band 102 comprises at least one channel 110. In some embodiments, each longitudinal band 102 comprises at least two channels 110. In some embodiments, at least one transverse band 104 is laid across each channel 110. In some embodiments, one band 104 is laid across each channel 110. In some embodiments, a plurality of transverse bands 104 are laid across each channel 110.
[0044] In some embodiments, the elements of the network 100, as described in more detail elsewhere in this document, are the longitudinal strip 102 and / or the transverse strip 104. In some embodiments, the intersection 114 of the transverse strip 104 and the longitudinal strip 102 is movable along the length of at least one of the transverse strips 104 and the longitudinal strip 102. In some embodiments, the network 100 is deformable, for example, by adjusting the position and / or orientation of the transverse strip 104 within the channels 110.
[0045] A potential advantage in adjustable intersections 114 is that a network geometry 100 is adjustable independently of the elasticity of the transverse and longitudinal strips 104 / 102. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 15 / 40 13 / 28
[0046] A potential advantage of the adjustability of the longitudinal strip 102 and the transverse strip 104 relative to each other at the intersections 114 is that the adjustability of the network structure 100 is increased by establishing a range of positions and / or orientations of the transverse strip 104 relative to the longitudinal strip 102. In some embodiments, the adjustability of the network 100 is independent of the elasticity of the transverse strips 104 and the aforementioned longitudinal strips 102. Longitudinal Strip
[0047] In some embodiments, the longitudinal strip 102 is composed of two films 112-1 and 112-2, collectively referred to as films 112. In some embodiments, the films 112 comprise a cord, a wire, a belt, film, a wire, and so forth. In some embodiments, the films 112 comprise tapes. In some embodiments, the longitudinal strip 102 comprises two layered films 112. In some embodiments, the films 112 are similar in shape and size. In some embodiments, and as described in more detail elsewhere in this document, the films 112 are at least partially adherent to each other.
[0048] In some embodiments, the films 112 comprise inner surfaces (for example, inner surfaces 122-1 and 122-2, collectively referred to as inner surfaces 122) that face each other. In some embodiments, the inner surfaces 122 of the films 112 are adhesive in at least two adhesive portions 106 along the longitudinal strip 102. In some embodiments, a portion of the inner surfaces 122 are sticky at least in the adhesive portions 106 of the longitudinal strip 102. In some embodiments, the inner surfaces of the films 112 comprise an adhesive. For example, in some embodiments, such as the exemplary embodiment represented by Fig. 1, the longitudinal strip 102 comprises two films 112 glued to each other.
[0049] In some embodiments, the films 112 are touched, adhered, coupled, linked, glued, connected, joined, limited, attached, fixed, or any combination thereof. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 16 / 40 14 / 28
[0050] In some embodiments, the longitudinal strip 102 is flexible, semi-rigid, rigid, elastic, deformable, ductile, extensible, and the like. In some embodiments, the longitudinal strip 102 is composed of materials such as steels, polymers, alloys, polyethylene, plastics, elastic polymers, metals, or any combination thereof.
[0051] In some embodiments, the width of the longitudinal stripe 102 is 1-150 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the longitudinal stripe 102 is 10 to 50 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the longitudinal stripe is 15 to 25 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the longitudinal stripe 102 is constant. In some embodiments, the width of the longitudinal stripe 102 varies.
[0052] In one embodiment, the width of a tape is from 2 mm to 150 mm. In one embodiment, the width of a tape is from 5 mm to 75 mm. In one embodiment, the width of a tape is from 10 mm to 75 mm. In one embodiment, the width of a tape is from 10 mm to 50 mm. In one embodiment, the width of a tape is from 15 mm to 45 mm. In one embodiment, both tapes of the two tapes have the same width. In one embodiment, both tapes of the two tapes have the same length. In one embodiment, both tapes of the two tapes have the same thickness. In one embodiment, both tapes of the two tapes and the longitudinal strip have the same width. In one embodiment, both tapes of the two tapes and the longitudinal strip have the same length.
[0053] In one embodiment, the tape thickness is from 0.02 to 1 mm. In one embodiment, the tape thickness is from 0.05 to 1 mm. In one embodiment, the tape thickness is from 0.05 to 0.5 mm. In one embodiment, the tape thickness is from 0.06 to 0.8 mm. In one embodiment, the tape thickness is from 0.08 to 0.5 mm.
[0054] In one embodiment, the thickness 102 of the longitudinal strip is from 0.03 to 2 mm. In one embodiment, the thickness of the longitudinal strip is from 0.05 to 1.8 mm. In one embodiment, the thickness of the longitudinal strip is from 0.1 to 1 mm. In one embodiment, the thickness 102 of the longitudinal strip is from 0.12 to 1.8 mm. In one embodiment, the thickness 102 of the longitudinal strip is from 0.16 to 1.2 mm. In some embodiments, the longitudinal strip 102 comprises at least two adhesive portions 106 to which the films 112 are adhered. In some embodiments, the adhesive portions 106 contain a channel 110 between them. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 17 / 40 15 / 28 Sticky portion
[0055] In some embodiments, the total surface area of the adhering portions 106 is at least 50%, 60%, 70%, 80% or 90% of the total surface area of the longitudinal strip 102, or any value and range between them.
[0056] In some embodiments, the length of the adhering portion 106 along the length of the longitudinal strip 102 is 0.5-150 mm. In some embodiments, the length of the adhering portion 106 is 0.5-75 mm. In some embodiments, the length of the adhering portion 106 is 1-25 mm. In some embodiments, the length of the adhering portion 106 is 1-13 mm. In some embodiments, the length of the adhering portion 106 is 1-7 mm.
[0057] In some modalities, each longitudinal strip 102 comprises adherent portions 106 of equal lengths. In some modalities, the length of the adherent portions 106 varies along each individual longitudinal strip 102.
[0058] In some embodiments, and as described in more detail elsewhere in this document, the film 112 comprises a tape. In some embodiments, and as described in more detail elsewhere in this document, the tape comprises one or more of a filament tape, a friction tape, a self-amalgamating tape, comprising adhesion properties such as bonding strength and / or friction. Channel
[0059] In some embodiments, the longitudinal band 102 comprises a plurality of channels 110. In some embodiments, the channel 110 is shaped to accommodate the transverse band 104 through the channel 110. In some embodiments, the channels 110 are formed by discontinuities in intermittent adhesion with the longitudinal band 102. In some embodiments, at least 50% of the adherent portions 106 within a network 100, as described in this document, each contain at least two channels 110. In some embodiments, at least 60% to 80% of the adherent portions 106 within a network 100 each contain at least two channels 110.
[0060] In some embodiments, the channel 110 between two films 112 of the longitudinal strip 102 comprises an opening, a partial opening, a partial adhesion Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 18 / 40 16 / 28 and / or no adhesion between the films 112. In some embodiments, the opening comprises a gap, crack and / or discontinuity of adhesion between two films 112. In some embodiments, and as described in more detail elsewhere in this document, the channel 110 comprises a semi-adherent zone, a non-adherent zone or both. In some embodiments, the channel 110 houses the transverse strip 104.
[0061] In one embodiment, a semi-adherent zone comprises one or more zones in which the films 112 are loosely adhered to each other and a zone in which at least one film 112 is loosely adhered to the cross strip 104. For example, in some embodiments, the loosely adhered films 112 comprise an adhesive in which the adhesive strength is weaker than the adhesion strength between the films 112 in the adhered portions 106. For example, in some embodiments, the loosely adhered films 112 comprise surfaces that have frictional interaction with each other and / or with the cross strip 104.
[0062] For example, in some embodiments, the loosely adhered film 112 and the cross strip 104 comprise an adhesive, wherein the strength of the adhesive is weaker than the strength of the adhesion between the films 112 in the adhesive portions 106.
[0063] In some embodiments, the semi-adherent zone comprises adhesion which is at least 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80% or 99% weaker than the adhesion between the films 112 of the longitudinal strip 102, or any value or interval thereto.
[0064] In some embodiments, the non-adherent zone comprises a zone in which one or both of the films 112 are not adhered to the cross strip 104 and / or the films 112 are not adhered to each other.
[0065] In some embodiments, channel 110 houses transverse strip 104. In some embodiments, channel 110 houses 1-3 transverse strips 104. In some embodiments, channel 110 is adapted to provide an opening that houses transverse strip 104. In some embodiments, channel 110 is adapted to provide an opening that houses transverse strip 104 and an area of 20 to 200% of the width of transverse strip 104. In some embodiments, channel 110 is adapted to provide a transverse strip 104 opening that houses transverse strip 104 and an area of 30% Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 19 / 40 17 / 28 to 150% of the width of the transverse lane 104. In some embodiments, channel 110 is adapted to provide an opening that accommodates the transverse lane 104 and an area of 40% to 100% of the width of the transverse lane 104.
[0066] In some embodiments, the ratio between the surface area of the outer surface of the films 112 in the adhesive portion 106 and the surface area of the outer surface of the films 112 in the channel 110 is 8:1, 6:1, 4:1, or 2:1, or any value and interval therebetween them. For example, in the exemplary embodiment represented by Fig. 1, the ratio between the surface area of the outer surface of the films 112 in the adhesive portion 106 and the surface area of the outer surface of the films 112 in the channel 110 is 3:1. In some embodiments, the width of the films 112 in the adhesive portion 106 is equal to the width of the films 112 in the channel 110.
[0067] In some embodiments, the width of channel 110 is defined as a distance across channel 110 that is parallel to the length of longitudinal band 102. In some embodiments, channel 110 is at least 2 mm wider than transverse band 104. In some embodiments, channel 110 is at least 5 mm wider than transverse band 104. In some embodiments, the width of channel 110 is 1-20 mm greater than the width of transverse band 104.
[0068] In some embodiments, the width of channel 110 is 5-10 mm greater than the width of the crossband 104. In some embodiments, the width of channel 110 is 1-5 mm greater than the width of the crossband 104. In some embodiments, the width of channel 110 is constant. In some embodiments, the width of channel 110 varies. In some embodiments, the difference between the width of channel 110 and the width of the crossband 104 defines the distance range in which the crossband 104 can be adjusted within channel 110.
[0069] A potential advantage of channel width 110 being greater than the width of the crossband 104 is that the position and / or orientation of the crossband 104 is adjustable within channel 110, which increases the adjustability of the network structure 100, independently forming the elasticity of the longitudinal band 102 and / or the crossband 104.
[0070] A potential advantage of the longitudinal band 102 comprising a channel 110 is that the surfaces of the crossband can remain parallel to the surfaces of the Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 20 / 40 18 / 28 longitudinal strip within channel 110, which keeps the net 100 flat. A flat net 100 can be rolled onto a roll during unpacking and / or for efficient storage.
[0071] A potential advantage of films 112 with stronger adhesion than adhesion within channel 110 is that the dimensions of the adhesive portions 106 and / or channels 110 of the longitudinal strip 102 are not altered by forces applied to the network 100. In some embodiments, the adhesion of the films 112 prevents external forces applied to the longitudinal strip 102 from deforming the channel 110. In some embodiments, the adhesion of the films 112 prevents external forces applied to the transverse strip 104 from deforming the channel 110. Crossbar
[0072] In some embodiments, the transverse strip 104 comprises a cord, a wire, a belt, a film, a thread and the like. In some embodiments, the transverse strip 104 comprises at least a portion with dimensions sufficient to fit within the channel 110 of the longitudinal strip 102.
[0073] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional strip 104 is flexible, semi-rigid, rigid, elastic, deformable, extensible, ductile, and the like. For example, in some embodiments, the cross-sectional strip 104 is composed of materials such as steel, polymers, alloys, metals, polyethylene, plastics, elastic polymers, or any combination thereof.
[0074] In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is from 0.03 to 2 mm. In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is from 0.05 to 1.8 mm. In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is from 0.1 to 1 mm. In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is from 0.12 to 1.8 mm. In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is from 0.04 to 1.3 mm. In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is constant. In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 varies.
[0075] In some embodiments, the thickness of the transverse band 104 is less than or equal to the height of the channel opening 110. In some embodiments, the thickness of the band Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 21 / 40 19 / 28 cross-section 104 is sufficient to fit within the opening of channel 110 so that the cross-section 104 touches both films 112 of channel 110.
[0076] In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 is less than the width of the channel 110. In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 is 1-50 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 is 0.2-30 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 is 0.5-15 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 is 3-17 mm. In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 is constant. In some embodiments, the width of the transverse band 104 varies.
[0077] In some embodiments, the transverse strip 104 folds within the channel 110, so that the width of the transverse strip 104 within the channel 110 is less than a flattened transverse strip 104.
[0078] In some modes, the transverse band 104 occupies 90% or less of the area of channel 110. In some modes, the transverse band 104 occupies 70% or less of the area of channel 110. In some modes, the transverse band 104 occupies 60-99% of the area of channel 110. In some modes, the transverse band 104 occupies 20-65% of the area of channel 110.
[0079] In some embodiments, the crossband comprises a portion within the channel 110 and an outer portion 118 that remains outside the channel 110. In some embodiments, the dimensions of the outer portion 118 are larger than the dimensions of the channel 110 (as described in more detail elsewhere in this document and represented by Fig. 2B). For example, in some embodiments, the width of the outer portion 118 is greater than the width of the channel 110. In some embodiments, the outer portion 118 is dimensioned and positioned so that the crossband 104 has limited mobility along the longitudinal axis of the crossband 104. In some embodiments, the movement of the crossband 104 within the channel 110 is limited by the outer portion 118.
[0080] In some embodiments, the transverse band 104 comprises the outer portion 118 on one or both sides of the channel 110, so that the movement of the transverse band 104 is limited within the channel 110. In some embodiments, the band Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 22 / 40 20 / 28 transverse 104 comprises at least an outer portion 118 on at least one side of channel 110, such that the intersection of movement 114 along the length of the transverse strip 104 is limited in at least one direction.
[0081] In some forms, the distance between two consecutive outer portions 118 is 20 to 90 mm. In some forms, the distance between two consecutive outer portions 118 is 30 to 100 mm. In some forms, the distance between two consecutive outer portions 118 is 40 to 60 mm.
[0082] Reference is made to Figs. 2A and 2B, which are seen in cross-section of exemplary embodiments of intersections within a network according to some embodiments of the present invention. In the exemplary embodiments represented by Figs. 2A and 2B, the longitudinal strips 204 / 214 comprise a film 210 / 224 on each side of the transverse strips 206 / 216 at each intersection 200 / 250.
[0083] In some embodiments, as represented by Fig. 2A, channel 202 is shaped to accommodate transverse strip 206. In some embodiments, channel 202 is shaped to accommodate transverse strip 206 in a variation of orientations relative to longitudinal strip 204.
[0084] In some embodiments, as represented by Fig. 2B, the width of the cross lane 216 varies. In some embodiments, the width of the portion 220 of the cross lane within the channel 212 is less than the width of the channel 212. In some embodiments, the width of the portion 218 of the cross lane 216 outside the channel 212 is greater than the width of the channel 212. In some embodiments, the distance between the portions 218 of the cross lane 216 that are wider than the channel 212 determines the mobility amplitude of the intersection 250 along the length of the cross lane 216.
[0085] In some embodiments, channel 212 is asymmetric. In some embodiments, the asymmetric channel 212 prevents the transverse band 216 from sliding through the channel in only one direction along the length of the transverse band 216. Intersection
[0086] In some modalities, the network 100 comprises a plurality of intersections 114. In some modalities, intersection 114 comprises a first Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 23 / 40 21 / 28 film, for example, film 112-1, a transverse strip 104 and a second film, for example, 112-2. In some embodiments, the first and second films 112-1 and 112-2 are components of the longitudinal strip 102. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the surface of the first film 112 is adhered to at least a portion of the surface of the second film. In some embodiments, one or both films 112 comprise adherent sides. In one embodiment, an intersection 114 comprises a transverse strip 104 sandwiched between two films 112.
[0087] In some embodiments, an intersection 114 comprises a first portion comprising a first film 112, a cross strip 104 and a second film, and a second portion comprising a first film 112 and a second film 112 without a cross strip 104. In some embodiments, an intersection 114 comprises 3 regions, wherein the first and third regions comprise the first portion and the second region comprises the second portion. In one embodiment, the second region is sandwiched between the first and third regions.
[0088] In some embodiments, the adhesion between the transverse strip 104 and each of the films 112 of the longitudinal strip 102 is such that the application of a force above a limit value to one of the strips of an intersection 114 alters the orientation of one strip relative to the other.
[0089] In some embodiments, the adhesion between the transverse strip 104 and one or more of the films 112 of the longitudinal strip 102 comprises lateral adhesion.
[0090] In some embodiments, the transverse strip 104 is sliding within the channel 110. In some embodiments, the location of the intersection 114 along the length of the transverse strip 104 is adjustable. In some embodiments, the orientation of the transverse strip 104 is adjustable relative to the channel 110 and / or the longitudinal strip 102. Reticulated structure
[0091] In some embodiments, the 100 network comprises a lattice structure. In some embodiments, the lattice structure is symmetrical. In some embodiments, the lattice structure is a grid or something similar to a grid. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 24 / 40 22 / 28
[0092] In some embodiments, at least one transverse strip 104 is positioned within the channels 110 of the longitudinal strips 102, such that applying a tensile force to the transverse strip 104 reduces one or more of the width, length, or thickness of at least one portion of the net 100. In some embodiments, and as explained in more detail elsewhere in this document, the net 100 structure is adjusted to form an envelope that properly encloses a three-dimensional object.
[0093] In some embodiments, the length of a diagonal of the net 100 is lengthened by altering the position of the intersection point 114 along the length of one or more transverse bands 104. In some embodiments, the stretching capacity of the net 100 is increased by removing a transverse band 104 from one or more channels 110. Network tensioning control system
[0094] With reference now to Figs. 3A, 3B, 3C and 3D, which are simplified plan view illustrations of a net tensioning control system according to some embodiments of the present invention. In some embodiments, and as explained elsewhere in this document, a net 300 comprises adhering portions 106 along longitudinal strips 102, one or more transverse strips 104 crossing one or more longitudinal strips 102 from one side of the net 300 to the other through one or more channels 312, similar to channels 110 described elsewhere in this document, in a serpentine or zigzag pattern. In some embodiments, the net 300 comprises one or more transverse strips 104 crossing an edge of the longitudinal strip 304 of the net 300 in a serpentine or zigzag pattern.
[0095] In some cases, the 300 net may include items with asymmetrical geometry, protruding portions and / or protrusions. Therefore, in some embodiments, the 300 net is extensible at least along one longitudinal axis thereof. However, excessive stretching may, in some cases, cause loss of elasticity of the fibers / strips of the 300 net or even tear the fibers / strips of the net. Thus, in some embodiments, the 300 net comprises a net tensioning control system. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 25 / 40 23 / 28 350 which limits the extent of the net's stretch to 300 and prevents excessive stretching and possibly tearing of the net.
[0096] In some embodiments, the tension control system of the net 350 comprises one or more transverse strips 302 that run along the net 300 in a serpentine or zigzag pattern. In some embodiments, the tension control system of the net 350 comprises one or more transverse strips 302 that cross, encircle and / or surround an edge of the longitudinal strip 304 of the net 300 in a serpentine or zigzag pattern. In some embodiments, the strip 302 traverses the net 300, or crosses, encircles and / or surrounds an edge of the longitudinal strip, following other patterns, for example, parallel to the edge or edges of the net 300, in a cross pattern, a zigzag pattern (Z pattern or N pattern), or any other pattern that is compatible with increasing the tension on the net 300 over a material being packaged.
[0097] In some embodiments, and as shown in Fig. 3A, the transverse strip 302 extends beyond the edges 304 of the network 300, or an edge of the longitudinal strip 304 exits and re-enters the channels 312 at adjustable intersections 114 on one or more edges 304 of the network 300 to form one or more half-loops 306. For example, the transverse strip 302 may exit at an exit point 308 of a channel 312 and re-enter the edge 304 of the network 300 through the entry point 310 in a second channel 312. In some embodiments, the transverse strip 302 forms one or more half-loops 306 at predetermined locations, for example, at locations arranged to tear as in the folds or curves of the network 300. Alternatively, and optionally, the transverse strip 302 forms half-loops 306 in a repetitive pattern. along a dimension, for example, an edge, of the 300 network. In one embodiment, the 304 edges are or comprise an edge of the 304 longitudinal strip.
[0098] In some embodiments, the 302 crossband is placed, for example, across the 300 network, between the 112 films of a band and / or across 110 channels and / or a dedicated 312 channel, formatted to have a geometry that corresponds to and supports the accommodation of the 302 crossband. In some embodiments, the 302 crossband is at least partially adhered to the 300 network in one or more locations in the dedicated channel, Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 26 / 40 24 / 28 for example, at a junction, intersection or crossing, as explained in more detail elsewhere in this document. In some embodiments, the adhesion of the 302 crossband is the same at the 308 / 310 exit and entry points, as along the adhesion points in the 110 channels and / or a dedicated 312 channel. In some embodiments, the adhesion of the 302 crossband is greater at the 308 / 310 entry and exit points than the adhesion of the 302 crossband along the adhesion points in the 110 channels and / or a dedicated 312 channel.
[0099] The exemplary embodiments represented in the Figure in pairs, numbers 3B / 3C and 3D / 3E, the transverse strip 302 forms a semi-loop 306 with a generally fixed length (L) and projects outward from one or more edges 304 of the network 300, between the exit and the entry points 308 / 310 located at a distance (D1) from each other. As illustrated in Figs. 3B / 3C, once the net 300 is stretched, for example, in a direction indicated by an arrow designated by reference number 375, the distance between the exit and entry points 308 / 310 increases from a distance (D1) to a distance (D2), i.e., (D2)>(D1) as a result whereby the half-loop 306, of generally fixed length (L), is drawn axially and to the right, parallel to the direction indicated by arrow 350 to conform and be driven along its length against the edge 304 of the net 300.
[00100] In some forms, the half-loop 306 serves as a visual indicator of the amount of stretch of the net 300, where the amount of stretch of the net 300 corresponds to the level of flatness or proximity of the length dimension of the half-loop 306 to the edge 304 of the net 100. For this purpose, the length (L1) of the half-loop 306 shown in Fig. 3B is designed to be generally equal to the post-stretch distance (D2) of the net 300, between the exit and entry points 308 / 310 (L1=D2). Thus, the length (L) of the half-loop 306 is equal to a maximum permissible distance (D2).
[00101] In some embodiments, the length (L) of the half loop 306 is predetermined according to a desired flow limit of the network 300. For example, and as shown in Figs. 3D and 3E, the loop 306' has a length (L2) that allows the network 300 to stretch to a limited distance (D3), i.e., (L2=D3), in Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, p. 27 / 40 25 / 28 that the distance (D3) is greater than the distance (D2) in Fig. 3C (D3>D2). In this example, (L2 / L1) is proportional to (D3 / D2).
[00102] In some embodiments, during the stretching of the net 300, there is at least some movement / sliding of the crossband 302 within the channels 110 of the adjustable intersections 114, causing some distribution of the crossband 302 along the net 300. This minor distribution of the crossband 302 has a negligible effect, if any, on the stretching of the half-loop 306 along the edge 304 of the net 300 during stretching.
[00103] In some embodiments, the maximum permissible elasticity of the 300 net depends, for example, on the material from which the longitudinal bands 102 are made, the degree of adhesion of the transverse band 104 / 302 within the channels 312, and the density of the crossings of the transverse band 302. In some embodiments, the transverse band 302 is made of a non-compatible material. In some embodiments, the transverse band 302 is made of a material less compatible than the material from which the 300 net is made, for example, having a Young's modulus (Eband) equal to or less than a Young's modulus of the net (Enet). In some embodiments, the transverse band 302 is made of an elastic material whose yield strength is reached under tensile forces less than those required to tear the fibers of the 300 net.In some embodiments, the type of material of the 302 crossband depends on the degree of elasticity of the 300 mesh, or on the desired degree of elasticity of the 300 mesh, regardless of the level of elasticity of the 104 / 102 crossbands and longitudinal stripes themselves.
[00104] Reference is now made to Figs. 4A and 4B, which are simplified planar illustrations of the net tensioning system 300 according to some embodiments of the present invention. In some embodiments, the semi-loop 306 serves as a physical limiter of excessive stretching of the net 300. As shown in Fig. 4A, the net tensioning control system 300 comprises a locking portion 402 of the transverse strip 302, a semi-loop 306 along one or more edges of the longitudinal strips 106 (on the longitudinal edge of the net), on one or more edges 304 of the net 300 that prevents stretching of the transverse strip 302 from tearing the net 300. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, page 28 / 40 26 / 28
[00105] In one embodiment, an edge or edge is a longitudinal edge. In one embodiment, an edge or edges comprise a portion of longitudinal strips positioned on the edges or longitudinal edges of the network. In one embodiment, a network comprises 2 longitudinal edges. In one embodiment, each longitudinal edge comprises at least one longitudinal strip. In one embodiment, each longitudinal edge comprises from 1 to 10 longitudinal strips. In one embodiment, each longitudinal edge comprises from 1 to 6 longitudinal strips. In one embodiment, each longitudinal edge comprises from 2 to 4 longitudinal strips. In some embodiments, and as explained elsewhere in this document, the transverse strip 302 of the network 300 is positioned along the adhesion points in the channels 110 and / or dedicated channels 312.In some embodiments, the adhesion of the transverse strip 302 within one or more channels 110 and / or a dedicated channel 312 on portions of the network edge 300, for example, along a strip 106 of the edge 304, is stronger than the adhesion of the transverse and longitudinal strips 104 / 102 of the network 300 on portions of the edge 304 of the network 300. This configuration forms a locking portion 402 along one or more portions of the network edge 300, arranged between one or more channels 110 and / or a dedicated channel 312. In some embodiments, one or more portions of the transverse strip 104 / 302 are coated with an adhesive. In some embodiments, the transverse strip 104 / 302 is coated entirely with an adhesive. In some embodiments, one or more portions of the transverse strip 104 / 302 are welded and / or adhered to one or more longitudinal strips 106.
[00106] A potential advantage of this configuration is that local variation in the stretch of the net 300 does not affect the edges 304 of the net 300, for example, it does not cause tearing of the edges 304. A potential advantage of a locking portion 402 is that when the net 300 is tensioned, the locking portion 402 prevents the half-loop 306 from moving from the edges 304 inward toward the center of the net 300 in a direction indicated by arrow 395.
[00107] In some embodiments, the ratio between the area (a) of the locking portion 402 and the area (b), marked by dashed lines 404, which comprises area (a) and includes channels 110 and / or a dedicated channel 312 is (0.1 b>a). The area (b) of the network 300 is determined Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, pp. 29 / 40 27 / 28 by the density of the 300 network, of the longitudinal and transverse strips, and not necessarily by the elasticity of the 300 network.
[00108] In some embodiments, one or more portions 402 along the band 106 of the edge 304 may be reinforced by an increase in the density of the network 300, of the transverse and longitudinal bands 104 / 102, an additional layer of network 300, an additional layer of polymer, or similar, or any other strengthening mechanism.
[00109] Throughout this application, various embodiments of this invention may be presented in a variation format. It should be understood that the description in variation format is merely for convenience and brevity and should not be interpreted as an inflexible limitation of the scope of the invention. Consequently, the description of a variation should be considered as having specifically disclosed all possible sub-variations, as well as individual numerical values within that variation. For example, the description of a variation, such as 1 to 6, should be considered as having specifically disclosed sub-variations, such as 1 to 3, 1 to 4, 1 to 5, 2 to 4, 2 to 6, 3 to 6, etc., as well as individual numbers within that variation, for example, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. This applies regardless of the amplitude of the variation.
[00110] Whenever a numerical variation is indicated in this document, it is intended to include any cited numeral (fractional or integer) within the indicated variation. The phrases varying / ranging between a first indicated number and a second indicated number, and varying / ranging from a first indicated number to a second indicated number, are used here interchangeably and are intended to include the first and second indicated numbers and all fractional and integer numerals between them.
[00111] In the description and claims of the application, each of the words comprise, include, and have, and their forms, are not necessarily limited to members in a list with which the words may be associated. Furthermore, where there are inconsistencies between this application and any document incorporated by reference, this application is intended to correct them.
[00112] The descriptions of the various embodiments of the present invention have been presented for illustrative purposes only, but are not intended to be exhaustive or limited to Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, pp. 30 / 40 28 / 28 modalities disclosed. Many modifications and variations will be evident to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the modalities described. The terminology used in this document has been chosen to better explain the principles of the modalities, the practical application or technical improvement over technologies found in the market, or to allow others skilled in the art to understand the modalities disclosed herein. Petition 870220013754, dated 02 / 16 / 2022, pp. 31 / 40
Claims
1 / 6 CLAIMS 1. Network, characterized by comprising: a plurality of transverse strips, crossing a plurality of longitudinal strips; wherein each longitudinal strip of said plurality of longitudinal strips comprises two intermittently adhered films, forming channels with discontinuous adhesion between said films; and wherein, at an intersection of a longitudinal strip and a transverse strip, said transverse strip is placed through a channel in said longitudinal strip, and wherein the adhesion force between said transverse strip and said films at said intersection in said channel is at least 30% weaker than said adhesion between said films, thus a position and / or orientation of said transverse strip in relation to said longitudinal strip in said channel is adjusted, and wherein said channel is at least partially adhered to said transverse strips that are placed therein.
2. Network, according to claim 1, characterized by at least two of a plurality of transverse strips being placed across channels in at least two of the longitudinal strips and forming four intersections between the longitudinal and transverse strips.
3. Network, according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by: (a) said channel comprising internal surfaces facing each other, and wherein the transverse strip occupies from 20 to 90% of a surface area of said internal surfaces. Petition 870240079349, dated 17 / 09 / 2024, p. 6 / 24 2 / 6 4. Network, according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: (b) the ratio of a surface area of adhered portions of said films to a surface area of said films in said channel is at least 3:
1.
5. A network, according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the location of the intersection point between said longitudinal strip and said transverse strip is adjustable along the length of at least one of said longitudinal strips and / or said transverse strips, wherein the adjustability of the network is independent of the elasticity of said transverse strips and said longitudinal strips.
6. Netting, according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized by said transverse stripe further crossing an edge of the longitudinal stripe in a serpentine or zigzag manner.
7. A net, according to claim 6, characterized in that said transverse strip crosses said longitudinal strip of the edge of said net and forms a semi-loop on the longitudinal edge of one net, on the longitudinal edge of another net, or on both.
8. A net, according to claim 7, characterized in that said semi-loop extends beyond the longitudinal edge of one net, the longitudinal edge of another net, or both.
9. Net, according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that a length (L) of said semi-loop corresponds to a predetermined distance (D) between said Petition 870240079349, dated 17 / 09 / 2024, page 7 / 24 3 / 6 intersection of said semi-loop and said longitudinal edge strip, on said longitudinal edge of one net, on said longitudinal edge of the other net, or on both.
10. A net, according to any one of claims 6 to 9, characterized by two adjacent segments of said transverse strip threaded through at least one said longitudinal edge strip, defining between them a locking portion of a semi-loop of said longitudinal edge strip.
11. Network, according to claim 10, characterized in that the ratio (a) between an area of said locking portion exclusive of said channels and (b) an area inclusive of said channels is expressed by (0.1b>a).
12. Network, characterized by comprising: a plurality of transverse strips, crossing a plurality of longitudinal strips; wherein each longitudinal strip of said plurality of longitudinal strips comprises two films intermittently adhered forming channels of discontinuous adhesion between said films; and wherein, at an intersection of a longitudinal strip and a transverse strip, a transverse strip is placed through a channel in said longitudinal strip; wherein said channel is at least partially adhered to said transverse strips placed therein; and wherein said adhesion between each film of said films within said channel and said transverse strip is at least 30% weaker than the adhesion between the adhering films, thus a position and / or orientation of said transverse strip in relation to said longitudinal strip in said channel is adjusted.
13. Network, according to claim 12, characterized by at least two of a plurality of transverse strips being placed across channels of at least two of said longitudinal strips, and forming four intersections between said longitudinal strips and transverse strips.
14. Network, according to claim 12 or 13, characterized by: (a) said channel comprising internal surfaces facing each other, and wherein said transverse strip occupies from 20 to 90% of a surface area of said internal surfaces.
15. Network, according to any one of claims 12 to 14, characterized in that: (b) the ratio of a surface area of adhered portions of said films to a surface area of said films in said channel is at least 3:
1.
16. Network, according to any one of claims 12 to 15, characterized by a position and / or orientation of said transverse strip in relation to said longitudinal strip in said channel being adjustable.
17. Network, according to any one of claims 12 to 16, characterized by a location of the intersection point between said longitudinal strip and said transverse strip being adjustable along the length of at least one of the longitudinal strips and / or said transverse strips.
18. Network, according to claim 17, characterized by the adjustability of the network being independent of the elasticity of said transverse and longitudinal strips. Petition 870240079349, dated 09 / 17 / 2024, page 9 / 24 5 / 6 19. Netting, according to any one of claims 12 to 17, characterized by said transverse stripe further crossing an edge of the longitudinal stripe in a serpentine or zigzag manner.
20. A net, according to claim 19, characterized by said transverse strip crossing said edge of the longitudinal strip of said net and forming a half-loop on the longitudinal edge of one net, the longitudinal edge of another net, or both.
21. A net, according to claim 20, characterized in that said semi-loop extends beyond the longitudinal edge of one net, the longitudinal edge of another net, or both.
22. Net, according to claim 20 or 21, characterized in that a length (L) of said half loop corresponds to a predetermined distance (D) between said intersection of said half loop and said longitudinal edge strip, on said longitudinal edge of one net, on said longitudinal edge of the other net, or on both.
23. A net, according to any one of claims 20 to 22, characterized by two adjacent segments of said transverse strip threaded through at least one said longitudinal edge strip, defining between them a locking portion of a semi-loop of said longitudinal edge strip.
24. Network, according to claim 23, characterized by the ratio (a) between an area of said exclusive locking portion of said channels and (b) an inclusive area of said channels is expressed by (0.1b>a).