Systems, devices, and methods for storing equipment

Abstract

An apparatus for storing equipment is disclosed. The apparatus has a housing including a plurality of members configured to rotate relative to each other about an attachment portion of the plurality of members between a closed position forming an internal cavity and an open position, an assembly attached to the housing and configured to rotate relative to the housing, a shaped member attached to one of the plurality of members and configured to rotate relative to the one of the plurality of members, and at least one aperture extending through the one of the plurality of members. The shaped member is configured to removably receive the equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure generally relates to a system, apparatus, and method for equipment, and more specifically to a system, apparatus, and method for storing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Recreational activities (such as golf) typically involve materials used by individuals organizing the activity. For example, in addition to golf clubs, a typical golfer uses five to seven different items to effectively play a round of golf. Golfers usually scatter these items throughout their golf bags. These items may include equipment and devices such as golf tees, turf repair tools, ball markers, gloves, yardage books, and golf balls, which are typically stored unsystematically in random pockets of the golf bag.

[0003] For golfers, trying to find and organize these items at different points in a round of golf (such as before his or her first tee shot) can be both time-consuming and frustrating. A typical golfer will often place these items in the pockets of one or more of the most convenient golf bags without thinking, and often struggles to remember the locations of various items between rounds of golf.

[0004] For reasons similar to those mentioned above, golfers often encounter difficulties in handling and caring for their golf gloves during a round of golf. For example, golfers struggle to disassemble and store their gloves between rounds and between practice sessions or tournaments. Because traditional methods don't provide a systematic way to organize golf equipment before and after a round, golfers often fail to properly maintain and care for their gloves. For instance, a typical golfer often folds a glove into a pocket or uses it as storage for the other items mentioned above, ultimately stretching the glove. Another example is that a typical golfer often glues or attaches gloves to the outside of their bag, exposing them to the elements and increasing the likelihood of loss. As a result, gloves often don't stay in good condition, leading to relatively quick wear and tear, and golfers frequently spend extra money on new or additional golf gloves due to a lack of proper maintenance.

[0005] U.S. Patent No. 7,770,723 ('723 Patent) granted to Hajduk attempts to address some of the aforementioned drawbacks of the prior art by providing a moisture-wicking glove form that can be inserted into a glove. However, the moisture-wicking glove form of the '723 Patent provides the user with the need to manage and maintain additional items, which increases the user's burden of organizing items. Furthermore, the '723 Patent's container does not provide for organizing additional items used during activities such as golf.

[0006] The exemplary devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein are intended to overcome one or more of the disadvantages described above and / or other defects in the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] In one exemplary aspect, this disclosure relates to an apparatus for storing equipment. The apparatus includes a housing comprising a plurality of members configured to rotate relative to each other about attachment portions of the members between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity; an assembly attached to the housing and configured to rotate relative to the housing; a forming member attached to one of the members and configured to rotate relative to one of the members; and at least one aperture extending through one of the members. The forming member is configured to removably receive the equipment.

[0008] On the other hand, this disclosure relates to a method for storing equipment. The method includes providing a first member, providing a second member attached to the first member via an attachment portion, the second member including a plurality of orifices, allowing the first and second members to rotate relative to each other about the attachment portion between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity, providing an organization assembly attached to the attachment portion or the first member, and rotating the organization assembly about the attachment portion or about a first axis parallel to the attachment portion. The method also includes providing a forming member rotatably attached to the second member, allowing the forming member to rotate about a second axis substantially perpendicular to the attachment portion or the first axis, placing an equipment piece on the forming member, and drying the equipment piece through the plurality of orifices while it is placed on the forming member in the internal cavity when the first and second members are in the closed position. Attached Figure Description

[0009] Figure 1 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0010] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0011] Figure 3 This is a side view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0012] Figure 4 This is a side view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0013] Figure 5 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0014] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 7This is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 8 This is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 9 A top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 11 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 12 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 13 This is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 14 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 15 This is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 16 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 17 This is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Figure 1-5 Exemplary embodiments of the systems, devices, and methods disclosed are illustrated. System 100 may include device 105. Device 105 may be a component for maintaining, storing, and / or organizing equipment for any suitable activity. For example, device 105 may be used to maintain, store, and organize equipment for recreational activities (e.g., golf, baseball, football, lacrosse, bowling, cycling and motorcycling, weightlifting, hunting, skiing, fishing, water sports, and / or any other suitable recreational activity), work or professional activities (e.g., electrical or mechanical work, construction work, healthcare, law enforcement or military applications, and / or any other suitable work or professional activity), or any other suitable activity.

[0027] Device 105 may include housing 110, tissue assembly 115, and forming assembly 120. Tissue assembly 115 and forming assembly 120 may be movably supported by housing 110.

[0028] The housing 110 can be any suitable component for receiving and supporting the tissue assembly 115 and the forming assembly 120. The housing 110 may include a first member 125 and a second member 130. The first member 125 and the second member 130 may be integrally formed together or attached together by any suitable technique. For example, the first member 125 and the second member 130 may be attached by an attachment portion 135, which may be a direct attachment between the first member 125 and the second member 130 or an attachment portion attached between the first member 125 and the second member 130. The attachment portion 135 between the first member 125 and the second member 130 may be made by stitching, adhesives, mechanical fasteners, and / or any other suitable attachment technique.

[0029] The first component 125 and the second component 130 can move relative to each other during attachment, for example in Figure 1 and Figure 2 The relative positions shown (e.g., housing 110 in the closed position) and Figure 5 The relative positions shown are (e.g., housing 110 is in a partially open or substantially fully open position). Housing 110 may include a fastener assembly 140 that can selectively secure housing 110 in a closed position. Fastener assembly 140 may include any suitable fastener, such as a zipper, magnet, button, mechanical fastener, and / or any other suitable fastener. For example, fastener assembly 140 may be a zipper assembly disposed along the respective periphery of the first member 125 and the second member 130. Fastener assembly 140 may be used to fasten the first member 125 and the second member 130 together in a closed position (e.g., as shown). Figure 1 and 2 (As shown) to secure items such as exemplary disclosed equipment within the housing 110 described herein.

[0030] The housing 110 may also include external fasteners 145, such as... Figure 1 and 2 As shown, the external fastener 145 can be attached to the first component 125 and / or the second component 130. The external fastener 145 can be any suitable fastener for securing the device 105 to an object such as a bag, structure, clothing, or any other desired object. The fastener 145 can include mechanical fasteners, clips, carabiners, magnets, tape, hook and loop fasteners, retractable locking devices, friction-fit locking devices, compressible locking devices, and / or any other suitable connecting device.

[0031] The outer shell 110 may be formed of any suitable material used for supporting the tissue assembly 115 and the forming assembly 120, as well as storage equipment such as the exemplary disclosed equipment described herein. The outer shell 110 may include any suitable structural material, such as, for example, plastic, polymer, textile, fabric, composite material, leather, wood, metal, and / or any other suitable structural material. For example, the outer shell 110 may be formed of nylon fabric material. The outer shell 110 may be formed of vinyl, foam, or acetate material. The outer shell 110 may be formed of ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) material. The outer shell 110 may be thermoformed. The outer shell 110 may include ballistic nylon. The outer shell 110 may be formed of foam thermoformed with nylon. The outer shell 110 may be formed of "full-grain leather" and / or synthetic "genuine leather". The outer shell 110 may be made of nylon, leather, and / or polyurethane. In at least some exemplary embodiments, the outer shell 110 may be formed of EVA foam thermoformed with 600D-900D ballistic nylon.

[0032] The housing 110 may include an elastic or flexible material disposed on the inner side of the first member 125 and the second member 130 (e.g., when the housing 110 is in the closed position, such as...). Figure 1 and 2 As shown, an inner layer 150 is formed within the outer casing 110 and / or faces the inner cavity 152 within the outer casing 110. For example, the inner layer 150 disposed inside the first member 125 and the second member 130 can be formed of any suitable elastic or flexible material, such as textiles, felt, foam, natural fiber materials, synthetic fiber materials, cotton, elastomer materials, rubber, polyester, open-cell foam sheets and / or any other suitable material that can provide a soft, flexible and / or elastic layer to the inner surface of the outer casing 110.

[0033] In at least some exemplary embodiments, such as Figure 11 and 12 As shown, component 154 may be attached to the first component 125, the second component 130, and / or the inner layer 150. Component 154 may be formed of a material similar to that of the inner layer 150 (e.g., and / or the first component 125 and the second component 130). Component 154 may be a sheet-like component. Component 154 may be a flexible or elastic component. In at least some exemplary embodiments, component 154 may be a mesh (e.g., a fabric mesh). Component 154 and a portion of the inner layer 150 may together form a pocket for storing items (e.g., the exemplary disclosed equipment described herein). In at least some exemplary embodiments, component 154 may be a component for receiving (e.g., holding) cigars or other tobacco products. For example, component 154 may be an insert that can be selectively opened and closed to receive a cigar. In at least some exemplary embodiments, component 154 may be a foam insert.

[0034] like Figure 1-5 As shown, the first component 125 and / or the second component 130 may include one or more (e.g., multiple) pores 155. In at least some exemplary embodiments, the second component 130 may include pores 155 and the first component 125 may not include pores 155 (e.g., or both the first component 125 and the second component 130 may include pores 155). The pores 155 may extend through the thickness (e.g., the entire thickness) of the first component 125 and / or the second component 130. The pores 155 may allow air and moisture to pass through the internal cavity 152 of the housing 110 (e.g., when the housing 110 is in a position where...). Figure 2 When the housing 110 is in the closed position shown, passage (e.g., airflow may be allowed) is possible between the housing 110 and the outside of the housing 110 (e.g., the air or atmosphere surrounding the housing 110). The aperture 155 may be a hole created (e.g., formed) by laser cutting. The aperture 155 may be a laser-cut hole. For example, the aperture 155 may be a laser-cut hole (e.g., a man-made laser-cut hole). The aperture 155 may allow access to the internal cavity 152 of the housing 110 (e.g., when the housing 110 is in the closed position). Figure 2 The equipment in the closed position (as shown) is dried.

[0035] The tissue assembly 115 can be any suitable component for movably attaching to the housing 110. The tissue assembly 115 can be attached to the first member 125, the second member 130, and / or the attachment portion 135 by any suitable attachment technique, or it can be integrally formed with the first member 125, the second member 130, and / or the attachment portion 135. For example, the tissue assembly 115 can be attached to the first member 125, the second member 130, and / or the attachment portion 135 by stitching, adhesives, mechanical fasteners, and / or any other suitable attachment technique. A side portion 160 of the tissue assembly 115 (e.g., partially or substantially the entire length) can be attached to the first member 125, the second member 130, and / or the attachment portion 135. Figure 3 As shown, the tissue assembly 115 is movable relative to the housing 110. For example, the tissue assembly 115 is rotatably movable relative to the housing 110 about the attachment portion of the side 160 to the first member 125, the second member 130, and / or the attachment portion 135. For example, the tissue assembly 115 can be rotated relative to the housing 110 to... Figure 11 and Figure 12 Any desired position between the exemplary positions shown. Tissue component 115 may be a suture flap of housing 110.

[0036] like Figure 1-5As shown, tissue assembly 115 may be a substantially flat member. Tissue assembly 115 may be a sheet-like member. Tissue assembly 115 may be a substantially flat flexible member. Tissue assembly 115 may be formed of any suitable material, such as a material similar to that of shell 110. In at least some exemplary embodiments, tissue assembly 115 may be a flat member formed of plastic, polymer, textile, fabric, composite material, leather, wood, metal and / or any other suitable structural material. Tissue assembly 115 may include a layer 165 covering some or all of one or both sides of tissue assembly 115, which may be formed of a material similar to inner layer 150. Tissue assembly 115 may include an end 170, which may be a seam and / or include additional material (e.g., padding) formed of a material similar to that of inner layer 150. For example, end 170 may provide a padding area that may be comfortable to touch or move by a user.

[0037] like Figure 12 As shown, tissue assembly 115 may include one or more resilient fasteners 175. The resilient fasteners 175 may be attached to one or both sides of tissue assembly 115 (e.g., to layer 165) by any suitable technique such as by stitching, adhesive, mechanical fasteners, and / or any other suitable attachment technique. The resilient fasteners 175 may be formed of any suitable flexible or elastic material, such as nylon, spandex, polyester, elastomeric materials, rubber, and / or any other suitable elastic material, for retaining any suitable article, such as the exemplary disclosed equipment described. Portions of the resilient fasteners 175 (e.g., strip fasteners) may be attached to tissue assembly 115 at any desired interval to form multiple pockets or sections for retaining articles. Magnets 180 may be attached or retained (e.g., by stitching, adhesive, clips, or any other suitable fastener) to the resilient fasteners 175. Magnets 180 may be sewn into the resilient fasteners 175.

[0038] like Figure 1-5 As shown, the forming assembly 120 may include a forming member 185 and a support assembly 190. The forming member 185 may be movably (e.g., rotatably) supported by the support assembly 190.

[0039] The molded member 185 may be formed of any suitable structural material, such as, for example, a material similar to that of the housing 110 and / or the tissue component 115. The molded member 185 may be formed of any suitable rigid or non-flexible material (e.g., rigid or flexible material). The molded member 185 may be formed of plastic (e.g., hard plastic), metal, wood, composite material, and / or any other suitable material. In at least some exemplary embodiments, the molded member 185 may be formed of EVA material, such as the EVA material described above with respect to the housing 110. The molded member 185 may also be formed of any suitable moisture-absorbing material.

[0040] like Figure 5 and 8 As shown, the forming member 185 can be configured or shaped in any desired form. For example, the forming member 185 may include a plurality of teeth 195. A portion of the forming member 185 may include a reinforcement 200 (e.g., a rib) that can reinforce that portion of the forming member 185. The reinforcement 200 may be formed of a material similar to the forming member 185 and may be integrally formed with the forming member 185 or attached to the forming member 185 by any suitable technique. For example, the reinforcement 185 may be disposed at the teeth 195 to reinforce the teeth 195 and / or may be disposed along the periphery of the forming member 185. In at least some exemplary embodiments, the forming member 185 may be configured to receive a glove, wherein the teeth 195 are configured to receive the finger (e.g., finger and / or thumb) portion of the glove. For example, the forming member 185 may be hand-shaped, having four or five teeth 195 (e.g., finger-shaped or finger-shaped teeth) to receive the finger portion of the glove.

[0041] For example, such as Figure 8 As shown, the forming member 185 may include an elongated member 205, which may be integrally formed with (e.g., an integral portion thereof) or attached to the forming member 185. The elongated member 205 may be configured to be received in a portion of the support assembly 190, as described below. The elongated member 205 may be integrally formed with or attached to the forming member 185 via a portion 210. Aperture 215 may be formed by the elongated member 205 and the portion 210 to receive a portion of the support assembly 190. The elongated member 205 and the portion 210 may be formed of a material similar to that of the forming member 185.

[0042] like Figure 5-7 As shown, the support assembly 190 may include a base member 220 and one or more (e.g., multiple) fastener assemblies 225. The fastener assemblies 225 may attach the base member 220 to a first member 125 (e.g., or a second member 130).

[0043] The base member 220 may be formed of a material similar to that of the formed member 185. The base member 220 may include one or more apertures 230 for receiving a portion of the fastener assembly 225. The base member 220 may also include a plurality of protrusions 235, 240, and 245 configured to receive the elongated member 205. For example, protrusions 235, 240, and 245 may be provided on each side and at each end of the elongated member 205. Protrusions 235, 240, and 245 may be flexible, such that the elongated member 205 can be removably attached to the base member 220 between the protrusions 235, 240, and 245. For example, the elongated member 205 of the formed member 185 may be snap-fitted (e.g., snap-in and snap-out) to the protrusions 235, 240, and 245. For example, as Figure 7 As shown, apertures 250 and 255 may be provided near protrusions 235 and 240. Apertures 250 and 255 may provide cuts in the material that allow for relatively greater flexibility in protrusions 235 and 240 to facilitate the engagement and disengagement of the elongated member 205. When the elongated member 205 is received between protrusions 235, 240, and 245, the elongated member 205 may be rotatable. For example, the elongated member 205 may be received removably and rotatably (e.g., and engagingly) between protrusions 235, 240, and 245, such that the formed member 185 can be rotated to any desired position, such as... Figure 4 As shown. In at least some exemplary embodiments, the protrusion 245 may be a side rail or buffer that holds the elongated member 205 in place during rotation (e.g., pivoting).

[0044] Fastening assembly 225 may include base fastener 260 and fastener 265. Fastener 265 may include a hole 266 for receiving (e.g., snap-fit ​​and / or securely receiving) a protrusion 261 of base member 260. Fastener assembly 225 may be formed of any suitable material, such as, for example, a material similar to that of shaped member 185. In at least some exemplary embodiments, fastener assembly 225 may be formed of plastic, metal, or any other suitable structural material. Fastener assembly 225 may be a bolt, rivet assembly, or any other suitable fastener assembly. In at least some exemplary embodiments, fastener assembly 225 may be a plastic snap-fit ​​rivet assembly. One or more fastener assemblies 225 may permanently or securely attach base member 220 to first member 125 (e.g., second member 130) based on the protrusion 261 received through the hole 230 of base member 220 and corresponding (e.g., aligned) holes of first member 125 (e.g., or second member 130). Thus, one or more fastener assemblies 225 can securely attach the base member 220 to the inside of the first member 125 (e.g., or the second member 130). Thus, the base member 220 can be secured within the internal cavity 152 of the housing 110.

[0045] like Figure 9-12 As shown, system 100 can be used to maintain, store, and / or organize any suitable equipment, such as, for example, gloves 300, golf tees 305, turf tools 310, ball markers 315, and / or any other required equipment. Equipment 105 can be used to maintain, store, and / or organize the equipment disclosed in the examples.

[0046] The glove 300 can be received by the forming member 185. For example, the finger or finger portion of the glove 300 can be received by corresponding teeth 195, such that the proper shape 300 of the glove is maintained (e.g., so that the glove 300 does not roll up or so that the finger portion of the glove 300 does not stick together and is not difficult for the user to put on after storage). Thus, the forming member 185 can shape the glove 300 when it is stored in the housing 110. For example, the user can open (e.g., untie or loosen) the device 105 and from it. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The closed position shown Figure 9 The device 105 is opened by activating the shown open position. The user can then move (e.g., rotate) the forming member 185 to any desired position, such as... Figure 4 and 5 The position shown helps to place the glove 300 on the forming member 185 (e.g., as shown). Figure 10 (As shown). Then, the forming member 185 holding the glove 300 can be moved (e.g., rotated) into the inner cavity 152, for example as... Figure 11 As shown. The user can then close and secure the first component 125 and the second component 130 together with the forming component 185 that holds the glove 300 in the internal cavity 152 (e.g., by zipping up a zipper), so that the device 105 is in the position... Figure 1 and 2 The closed and secured positions are shown. When the glove 300 is stored in the device 105, the pore 155 allows air and moisture (e.g., possibly from a wet glove 300) to pass between the inner cavity 152 of the housing 110 and the outer surface of the housing 110. This airflow through the pore 155 allows the glove 300 to dry while stored in the device 105.

[0047] Component 154 (e.g., between component 154 and inner layer 150 of first component 125 or second component 130) can be used to store any desired items. For example, paper, scorecards, stopwatches, pencils or pens, balls (e.g., golf balls) and / or any other suitable equipment for any exemplary public activity used with device 105 can be stored between component 154 and inner layer 150.

[0048] The organization component 115 can be used to store any desired items. For example, one or more golf tees 305, one or more turf tools 310, one or more ball markers 315, and / or any other desired items can be stored in an exemplary exposed pocket or section formed by the resilient fastener 175. Metal items (such as ball markers 315) can be magnetically attached to the magnet 180 for storage. The organization component 115 can... Figure 11 and Figure 12 Move (e.g., rotate) between any desired positions shown.

[0049] The organization component 115 can be used as a separator between the glove 300 received on the forming component 185 and the article stored on the organization component 115 and by the component 154. For example, as Figure 11 As shown, items can be stored on the side or face of the tissue assembly 115 facing the member 154, while the reverse or back side of the tissue assembly 115 may not store items and may face the glove 300 when the device 105 is closed or secured. Therefore, when the device 105 is in such a position... Figure 1 and 2 When the glove 300 is in the closed and secured position (e.g., when the glove 300 is being dried based on an airflow that carries moisture from the glove 300 out of the inner cavity 152 through the pores 155), the tissue assembly 115 can be used to separate or block the moisture of the glove 300 stored by the forming member 185 from the wetted item stored on the back of the tissue assembly 115 and stored by the member 154.

[0050] Organization component 115 and forming member 185 can move or rotate (e.g., pivot) about different axes to facilitate efficient and compact organization and storage of the exemplary disclosed articles in device 105. For example, as Figure 3 As shown, the organization component 115 can pivot or rotate about axis z (e.g., axis z can be in the length direction of device 105, axis x can be in the width direction of device 105, and axis y can be in the height direction of device 105). For example, as Figure 4 As shown, the forming member 185 can pivot or rotate about axis x (e.g., an axis parallel to axis x). In at least some exemplary embodiments, the forming member 185 can rotate or pivot perpendicularly to the rotation or pivot of the tissue assembly 115. This exemplary disclosed relative rotation or pivoting allows the tissue assembly 115 to fold onto the forming member 185 to provide compact and efficient storage and drying of the exemplary disclosed article.

[0051] Figure 13-17 Another exemplary embodiment of the disclosed system, device, and system, system 1100, is shown. Figure 13 The front external portion of the articulated glove former and organizer is shown, which can be configured to store and organize golf items or any other suitable items as described herein. The articulated glove former and organizer may include leather exterior and interior 1102, 1116, 1118, and 1126, resilient fastener 1104, a resilient fastener with a mesh pocket 1112 for holding turf tools, one or more resilient golf tee fasteners 1110, a magnetic ring 1108 for securing ball markers or similarly sized items, a sewn pocket for securing a yardage book 1106, a hinge mechanism 1120, glove former 1114, and golf ball fastener 1122. The exterior and interior can be formed of any suitable material, such as leather, plastic, wood, metal, or combinations thereof. The resilient fastener 1104 may be formed of any suitable material, such as nylon, spandex, polyester, or combinations thereof. The resilient fastener 1104 may include any suitable device, such as a zipper, magnet, button, or combinations thereof.

[0052] Figure 14The left inner surface 1116 is shown, which has sewn-in pockets 1106 at the top and bottom, with openings facing inwards towards the device. The sewn-in pockets 1106 can be formed of any suitable material, such as leather, mesh, fabric, or combinations thereof. A resilient fastener with a mesh pocket 1112, sewn into the sewn-in pocket 1106, can be used to hold turf tools or similarly sized objects. Alternatively, for example, a golf tee fastener can be sewn into the sewn-in pocket 1106 to hold a golf tee or similarly sized item. A magnetic ring 1108 secured to the upper right corner of the sewn-in pocket 1106 can be secured by any suitable material, such as adhesive (e.g., glue), thread, magnet, or combinations thereof, to hold a ball marker or similar item.

[0053] Figure 14 The right inner surface 1118 is also shown. The hinge mechanism 1120 can be fixed to the bottom formed of any suitable material such as metal, plastic, wood, or a combination thereof. Figure 17 The base of the hinged glove former 1124 shown can be configured to interlock substantially the entire hinged glove former 1114 with a hinge mechanism 1120 fastened to the bottom of the right inner surface 1118. The hinge mechanism 1120 can be securely interlocked with and attached to the hinged glove former 1114 by a locking pin formed of any suitable material such as metal, plastic, wood, or a combination thereof, for example... Figure 16 As shown. This interlocking relationship between the hinge mechanism 1120 and the hinged glove former 1114 allows the hinged glove former 1114 to move freely (e.g., rotate) in a longitudinal (e.g., sagittal) plane of motion, rising from the right inner surface 1118. This movement established by the interlocking relationship between the hinge mechanism 1120 and the hinged glove former 1114 allows the user to easily put on and take off the glove onto the hinged glove former 1114.

[0054] Figure 15 The rear exterior of the articulated glove former and organizer 1126 is shown. A resilient fastener 1104 can be secured to the top and bottom of the rear exterior portion of the articulated glove former and organizer 1126. The resilient fastener 1104 can be formed of any suitable material, such as nylon, spandex, polyester, or combinations thereof. The resilient fastener 1104 can include any suitable device, such as a zipper, magnet, button, or combinations thereof. The resilient fastener 1104 can be secured by any method, such as sewing, adhesive (e.g., glue), staples, or combinations thereof. One or more resilient fasteners with one or more mesh openings 1122 can be present on the bottom of the rear exterior of the articulated glove former and organizer 1126 to store one or more golf balls or similarly sized items.

[0055] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may be articulated glove formers and organizers that securely accommodate a wide range of items of various sizes. The articulated glove former and organizer may include an articulated glove former that moves freely within the device to allow easy use by a user when putting on and taking off gloves.

[0056] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may include a glove forming device that provides articulated movement allowing a user to lift the device off a surface and to put on and / or remove gloves. This articulated glove former allows a user to place gloves on the device for efficient storage and drying. Airflow and ventilation may be allowed into the housing for effective drying of the gloves after use. The interior of the case may be a sewn flap with an elastic ring that can accommodate golf items such as tee boxes and turf tools (e.g., and may have sewn magnets for storing ball markers). The front interior of the case may include a mesh pocket for storing other items such as mobile devices (e.g., mobile phones), wallets, keys, and other similarly sized items.

[0057] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may include a “hinge” mechanism for the forming member that allows the device to be assembled into an EVA housing and allows the device to be used by being lifted and returned to the housing. The base of the hinge may be attached to the EVA housing via two separate plastic snap-fit ​​rivets, and a “hand forming” assembly may snap into the “hinge” assembly at the base. The base of the hinge may have two side rails / bumpers to prevent lateral movement of the hand forming member that could affect the “hinged” movement. An internal “flip-top” may allow for organized storage of items and may include one or more (e.g., two) magnets sewn into place to store magnetic ball markers. The back of the EVA housing may include laser-cut holes that allow airflow and allow gloves on the forming member to dry effectively.

[0058] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods can allow gloves to maintain a suitable (e.g., appropriate) shape while being securely stored within an enclosed environment to reduce exposure to external parts and prevent the gloves from falling off or being lost. Ventilation allows the gloves to air dry naturally, keeping most of them from exposure to external factors. The thumb portion of the hand shaper can be removed to allow for relatively easier putting on and / or taking off of the gloves.

[0059] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may include a front internal component configured with a humidor capable of individually holding multiple cigars (e.g., four cigars), including a lid for protecting the cigars from interaction with other items within the case. Additionally, magnets may be mounted on a rear component of the housing to allow attachment (e.g., securing) to a golf cart for easier access during a game. Alternative fastening techniques may include buttons, elastic bands, or materials, including leather and / or nylon, arranged on or on the outer surface. The case may also include two-handed shapers (e.g., one in the front and one in the back) to store more than one glove for dual-glove movement or activity.

[0060] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods are generally associated with golf accessories and may be articulated glove formers and organizers. The exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may include articulated glove formers and organizers, including a leather-bound booklet that opens to reveal the organization components of the device. The top and bottom of the leather-bound booklet may have fastening components. A left inner surface may be configured to securely hold a predetermined number of golf tees. A left inner surface may be configured to securely hold turf tools. The left inner surface may include a securely fixed magnetic device having opposite polarities to attract and securely hold ball markers. The left inner surface may include a liftable pocket to securely hold a yardage book. The right inner surface may include an articulated glove former to securely hold and shape a golf glove. The right inner surface may have a hinge fixed to the bottom. The hinge located on the right inner surface may connect to the glove former to raise it from the right inner surface. The rear of the device may have a mesh pocket fixed in the leather booklet to hold a predetermined number of golf balls.

[0061] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may be articulated glove formers comprising a body and a base, the base having interlocking components for connection to the articulation components and secured by locking pins, thereby allowing a relatively large degree of movement in the longitudinal (e.g., sagittal) plane. In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods may be articulated glove formers and organizers comprising a leather shell including an outer and inner portion secured by resilient fasteners, a hinged glove former secured to the inner layer allowing a relatively large radii of movement away from the inner surface, and an internal portion consisting of multiple fasteners for storing a large number of items of different sizes.

[0062] The exemplary systems, devices, and methods disclosed herein can be used in any suitable application for maintaining, storing, and organizing equipment for any suitable activity. For example, the exemplary systems, devices, and methods disclosed herein can be used to maintain, store, and organize equipment for recreational activities such as golf, baseball, football, lacrosse, bowling, cycling and motorcycling, weightlifting, hunting, skiing, fishing, water sports, and / or any other suitable recreational activity. The exemplary systems, devices, and methods disclosed herein can also be used in any suitable work or professional activity, such as electrical or mechanical work, construction work, healthcare, law enforcement or military applications, or any other suitable work or professional activity.

[0063] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed device may be a device for storing equipment, the device including a housing comprising: a plurality of members configured to rotate relative to each other about attachment portions of the plurality of members between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity; an assembly attached to the housing and configured to rotate relative to the housing; a shaping member attached to one of the plurality of members and configured to rotate relative to one of the plurality of members; and at least one aperture extending through one of the plurality of members. The shaping member may be configured to removably receive equipment. The assembly may be configured to rotate about the attachment portion or about an axis parallel to the attachment portion. The equipment may include a glove, and the shaping member includes a plurality of teeth configured to receive finger portions of the glove. The exemplary disclosed device may also include a fabric mesh attached to a second of the plurality of members, the assembly separating the fabric mesh and the shaping member in the internal cavity when the plurality of members are in the closed position. The exemplary disclosed device may also include at least one resilient fastener attached to a surface of the assembly facing the fabric mesh when the plurality of members are in the closed position. The formed component can be attached to one of a plurality of components via a hinge assembly, which is attached to one of the plurality of components via a snap-fit ​​rivet assembly. At least one aperture can be a plurality of laser-cut holes. The plurality of components can be formed of at least one material selected from the group consisting of nylon, leather, polyurethane, and combinations thereof.

[0064] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed method may be a method for storing an apparatus, including: providing a first member; providing a second member attached to the first member via an attachment portion, the second member including a plurality of orifices; rotating the first member and the second member relative to each other about the attachment portion between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity; providing an organization assembly attached to the attachment portion or the first member; rotating the organization assembly about the attachment portion or about a first axis parallel to the attachment portion; and providing a shaping member rotatably attached to the second member. The exemplary disclosed method may further include: rotating the shaping member about a second axis substantially perpendicular to the attachment portion or the first axis; placing an apparatus on the shaping member; and drying the apparatus through the plurality of orifices when the apparatus is placed on the shaping member in the internal cavity while the first member and the second member are in the closed position. The exemplary disclosed method may further include disposing the organization assembly between the first member including a storage bag and the second member including the shaping member in the internal cavity when the first member and the second member are in the closed position. The organization assembly may include a plurality of resilient fasteners disposed on a surface of the organization assembly facing the storage bag in the internal cavity when the first member and the second member are in the closed position. The exemplary disclosed method may further include: storing additional multiple pieces of equipment in the internal cavity using a storage bag and multiple resilient fasteners when the first and second components are in the closed position, and separating the additional multiple pieces of equipment from the piece of equipment that has been dried in the internal cavity by the organization component when the first and second components are in the closed position. Rotating the first and second components from the open position to the closed position to form the internal cavity may include: rotating the forming component including the piece of equipment toward the inner surface of the second component; rotating the first component toward the second component such that the organization component abuts against the forming component including the piece of equipment in the internal cavity; and fastening a first periphery of the first component to a second periphery of the second component. Fastening the first periphery of the first component to the second periphery of the second component may include pulling the first periphery of the first component onto the second periphery of the second component.

[0065] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed device may be a device for storing golf equipment including a golf glove, the device comprising: a first member; a second member attached to the first member via an attachment portion, the first and second members being configured to rotate relative to each other about the attachment portion between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity; an organization assembly attached to the attachment portion or the first member, the organization assembly being configured to rotate about the attachment portion or about a first axis parallel to the attachment portion; a shaping member rotatably attached to the second member, the shaping member being configured to rotate about a second axis substantially perpendicular to the attachment portion or the first axis; and a plurality of apertures extending through the second member. The shaping member may be configured to removably receive the golf glove. The shaping member may be rotatably attached to the second member via a hinge assembly attached to the second member. The shaping member may include an elongated member. The hinge assembly may include a plurality of protrusions configured to removably, snap-fit, and rotatably receive the elongated member. When the first and second members are in the closed position, the first member may include a storage pouch disposed within the internal cavity. The organizing component may include multiple resilient fasteners configured to receive multiple pieces of golf equipment, including golf tees and turf tools. The multiple resilient fasteners may include multiple sewn magnets and configured to receive golf equipment including metal golf gear. The forming member may be a hand-shaped member including finger-shaped teeth configured to receive finger portions of a golf glove.

[0066] In at least some exemplary embodiments, the exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods can provide efficient and effective systems for maintaining and organizing items used in activities such as golf. The exemplary disclosed systems, devices, and methods can also provide proper maintenance and care for golf gloves.

[0067] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made to the exemplary disclosed devices, systems, and methods. Other embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art in light of the specification and practice of the exemplary disclosed devices, systems, and methods. The specification and examples are intended to be exemplary, and the true scope is indicated by the following claims.

Claims

1. A device for storing equipment, characterized in that, Include: The housing includes a plurality of components configured to rotate relative to each other about an attachment portion of the plurality of components between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity; A rigid forming member attached to one of the plurality of members and configured to rotate relative to said one of the plurality of members, wherein the rigid forming member is configured to removably receive the equipment, the rigid forming member comprising an elongated member; and A base member, which is attached to one of the plurality of members by a fastener assembly, the base member including a plurality of protrusions configured to receive the elongated member; The rigid forming member includes a plurality of sharp teeth configured to receive a portion of the equipment, the plurality of sharp teeth being rotatably attached to one of the plurality of members and rotatable relative to the one of the plurality of members based on the rigid forming member being received between the plurality of protrusions; The equipment includes a golf glove, wherein a plurality of teeth of the rigid forming member are configured to receive the finger portion of the golf glove.

2. The device of claim 1, wherein the device further comprises an organization component attached to the housing and configured to rotate relative to the housing.

3. The device of claim 2, further comprising a fabric web attached to a second of the plurality of components, wherein when the plurality of components are in the closed position, the organization assembly separates the fabric web from the rigid forming member in the internal cavity.

4. The device of claim 3, further comprising at least one resilient fastener attached to the surface of the organization component facing the fabric web when the plurality of components are in the closed position.

5. The device according to claim 1, wherein the fastener assembly is a snap-fit ​​rivet assembly.

6. The device of claim 1, wherein the device further comprises at least one aperture extending through one of the plurality of components.

7. The device according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of components are formed of at least one of nylon, leather, and polyurethane.

8. A method for storing equipment, characterized in that, include: Provide an apparatus, the apparatus comprising: First component; A second component is attached to the first component via an attachment portion, and the first and second components are configured to rotate relative to each other about the attachment portion between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity. A rigid, molded member is rotatably attached to the second member; the rigid, molded member includes an elongated member and a plurality of teeth, the equipment including a golf glove, the plurality of teeth of the rigid, molded member being configured to receive the finger portions of the golf glove; and A base member, attached to the second member by a fastener assembly, the base member including a plurality of protrusions configured to receive the elongated member; The rigid forming member is received between the plurality of protrusions via the elongated member, such that the plurality of sharp teeth are rotatably attached to the second member; The method further includes the following steps: Rotate the first component and the second component from the closed position to the open position; The rigid forming member is rotated relative to the second member to facilitate placing the golf glove on the rigid forming member; The golf glove is placed on the plurality of sharp teeth of the rigid forming member; Rotate the rigid, shaped component carrying the golf glove back into the internal cavity; and Rotate the first component and the second component from the open position to the closed position.

9. The method of claim 8, further comprising drying the equipment through a plurality of pores in the second member while placing the equipment on the rigid forming member in the internal cavity, when the first member and the second member are in the closed position.

10. The method of claim 8, further comprising: Provide an organization component that is attached to the attachment portion or the first component; The tissue assembly is rotated about the attachment portion or along a first axis parallel to the attachment portion.

11. The method of claim 10, further comprising rotating the rigid forming member about a second axis substantially perpendicular to the attachment portion or the first axis.

12. The method of claim 10, further comprising, when the first member and the second member are in the closed position, disposing the tissue assembly between the first member, including the storage pouch, and the second member, including the rigid forming member, in the internal cavity.

13. The method of claim 12, wherein the tissue assembly includes a plurality of resilient fasteners disposed on a surface of the tissue assembly facing the storage bag in the internal cavity when the first member and the second member are in the closed position.

14. The method of claim 13, further comprising: When the first and second components are in the closed position, additional multiple pieces of equipment are stored in the internal cavity using the storage bag and the plurality of resilient fasteners; and When the first and second components are in the closed position, the additional multiple pieces of equipment are separated from the equipment that is drying in the internal cavity by the tissue assembly.

15. A device for storing golf equipment, including golf gloves, characterized in that, Include: First component; A second component is attached to the first component via an attachment portion, and the first and second components are configured to rotate relative to each other about the attachment portion between a closed position and an open position forming an internal cavity. as well as A rigid forming member rotatably attached to the second member and configured to rotate about a second axis substantially perpendicular to the attachment portion, wherein the rigid forming member is configured to be removably received in the golf glove, the rigid forming member comprising an elongated member; A base member, which is attached to the second member by a fastener assembly, the base member including a plurality of protrusions configured to receive the elongated member; The rigid forming member includes a plurality of sharp teeth configured to receive portions of the equipment, the plurality of sharp teeth being rotatably attached to the second member and rotatable relative to the second member based on the rigid forming member being received between the plurality of protrusions; The rigid forming member has a plurality of sharp teeth configured to receive the finger portion of the golf glove.

16. The device according to claim 15, wherein: The plurality of protrusions are configured to removably, snap-fit, and rotatably receive the elongated member.

17. The device of claim 15, further comprising an organization component attached to the attachment portion or the first member and configured to rotate about the attachment portion or a first axis parallel to the attachment portion, wherein: The first component includes a storage bag disposed in the internal cavity when the first component and the second component are in the closed position; and The organization component includes a plurality of resilient fasteners configured to receive multiple pieces of the golf equipment, including golf tees and turf tools.

18. The device of claim 17, wherein the plurality of resilient fasteners comprises a plurality of sewn magnets configured to receive the golf equipment comprising metal golf gear.

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