Multipurpose spectacle case device

Abstract

The utility model provides a multipurpose spectacle case device which comprises a main body which comprises a first half part and a second half part which are connected through a hinge, and is characterized in that the first half part is provided with a first side wall and a first inner space formed by an inner wall, and the second half part is provided with a second side wall and a second inner space formed by a cross member; the connecting point is positioned on the first half part or the second half part; and a telephone receiving structure; the multipurpose glasses box device comprises a decorative cover, the device is used for safely storing and taking personal belongings such as glasses.

Description

[0001] This application is a divisional application of application number 202420315066.9, application date February 20, 2024, and invention name “A multi-purpose glasses case device”. Technical Field

[0002] The present invention relates to the field of eyeglass cases. More specifically, the present invention relates to a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that allows a user to store eyeglasses and provides a variety of other functions. Therefore, this disclosure specifically addresses this aspect. Nevertheless, it should be appreciated that various aspects of the present invention are also applicable to other similar applications, devices, and manufacturing methods. Background Art

[0003] In our daily lives, many people rely on various types of glasses, including reading glasses, sunglasses, prescription glasses, and more. Whether for vision correction, sun protection, or simply as a fashion accessory, glasses are essential. When not in use, we usually store and carry our glasses in a carrying case to protect them from scratches, dust, and possible damage. However, the design of existing glasses cases often fails to fully utilize the size and storage capacity of the case. This underutilization of space is inconvenient, especially for those who need to wear several pairs of glasses a day. In addition, a standard glasses case can usually only hold one pair of glasses, which poses functional limitations for those who need to switch between different types of glasses. This poses challenges in terms of practicality and convenience. Since users have to carry multiple glasses cases or choose which pair of glasses to carry, they may not have the glasses they need at a critical moment.

[0004] Therefore, there is a long-standing need in the art for an improved eyeglass case. There is also a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device. More specifically, there is a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can store multiple pairs of glasses. Furthermore, there is a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can store multiple pairs of glasses and a plurality of other daily necessities. Furthermore, there is a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can store multiple pairs of glasses and other daily necessities and has additional functions beyond storage.

[0005] The subject matter disclosed and claimed in the present invention includes, in one embodiment, a multi-purpose eyeglass case device. The device is used to safely store and access personal items such as eyeglasses. The device includes two hinged halves, each of which includes side walls that form an interior space, and the interior space contains various fasteners and storage areas. The device also includes a customizable decorative cover that can be attached to either half and can include additional features such as a battery pack or charger. The decorative cover and the two halves can be decorated with decorative pieces and have connection points for convenient carrying. In addition, the device can include a phone storage structure that can display a phone in different positions and can include charging capabilities.

[0006] In this way, the multi-purpose glasses case device of the present invention achieves all of the aforementioned objectives and provides an improved glasses case. More specifically, the device can store multiple pairs of glasses and a variety of other daily necessities. Furthermore, the device has additional functions beyond storage. Utility Model Content

[0007] The following is a brief description of the utility model to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This utility model summary is not an extensive overview, nor is it intended to identify key / important elements or delineate its scope. Its sole purpose is to introduce some general concepts in a simplified form to lay the foundation for the more detailed description below.

[0008] The subject matter disclosed and claimed in this utility model comprises, in one embodiment, a multi-purpose eyeglass case device. The device comprises a body comprising a first half and a second half connected by at least one hinge. Each of the two halves comprises at least one sidewall, with the first sidewall preferably radially surrounding the entire first half, such that the first sidewall defines a first interior space. The first interior space may include at least one fastener for accommodating / securing a pair of eyeglasses (or other personal items). In another embodiment, the first interior space may comprise at least one inner wall. The wall defines a storage area between the wall and the sidewall, allowing any type of item to be stored within the storage area. Either or both halves may comprise at least one cross member that further secures and supports a pair of eyeglasses within the halves. In one embodiment, the interior space of either or both halves comprises at least one fixedly or removably attached insert for securing a pair of eyeglasses in / on the insert. Either or both halves may comprise at least one locking mechanism for securing the two halves together.

[0009] In one embodiment, the device includes at least one decorative cover that can be attached to the outer surface of the first half (or the second half in various embodiments of the device). The decorative cover can include at least one fastener located on the bottom surface of the decorative cover. The fastener can be any type of fastener that allows the decorative cover to be attached to an outer surface. In another embodiment, the fastener includes at least one reciprocating fastener that connects to the fastener of the decorative cover. The decorative cover can also have any decorative design / pattern and can be made of any material. In one embodiment, the decorative cover can be attached to any exterior and / or interior of a wall. In various embodiments, the decorative cover can be foldable / decorative. When the two halves are separated (i.e., opened), the decorative cover can also be placed on either half, so that when the other half is opened (to access glasses stored in the open half), the decorative cover can serve as a cover for the other half. The decorative cover can also include (or be capable of housing) a utility structure, such as, but not limited to, a power battery pack, headphones / earphones, a wired or wireless phone charger, a nail file, a comb, cosmetics, a mirror, a health / vital sign monitoring device, a blood glucose meter, or other items.

[0010] In one embodiment, the surface of the first half (or second half and / or decorative cover) and / or the wall comprises at least one decorative hole, which can accommodate at least one insert having a corresponding decorative protrusion. The insert can be located on the inner surface of the first half (or second half) and / or the wall, wherein the decorative protrusion is exposed outwardly upon passing through the decorative hole, thereby providing a decorative arrangement of the first half (or second half) and / or the wall. In one embodiment, an additional insert made of any flexible material is placed between the decorative hole and the decorative protrusion, allowing the decorative protrusion to extend from the decorative hole and completely cover a soft / flexible / cloth-like material / member that is entirely formed and / or has a shape similar to that of the corresponding decorative protrusion.

[0011] In one embodiment, the apparatus includes at least one phone receiving structure that accommodates a cell phone (or other similar device) and positions / displays the phone in a vertical or horizontal manner. In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure is located on the exterior of the two halves. In this embodiment, the phone receiving structure is connected to either half or both halves by at least one hinge that allows the phone receiving structure to be in a folded state when not in use. The phone receiving structure may include at least one recess for receiving a phone. The phone receiving structure may also include at least one opening for receiving a charging cord. In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure includes a rechargeable phone charging structure, such as, but not limited to, a wired or wireless charger. In another embodiment, the lower wall of either half may include at least one recessed area for receiving a cell phone in a horizontal vertical or horizontal position. In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure is integrated into the locking mechanism.

[0012] The multi-purpose eyeglass case device of the present invention provides an improved eyeglass case, thereby offering particular advantages. More specifically, the device can store multiple pairs of glasses and a variety of other daily necessities. Furthermore, the device has additional functions beyond storage. In this way, the multi-purpose eyeglass case device overcomes the limitations of existing eyeglass cases known in the art.

[0013] To achieve the above and related objectives, the present invention describes certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovations in conjunction with the following description and accompanying drawings. However, these aspects are merely indicative of a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein may be employed, and the present invention is intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Additional advantages and novel features will become more apparent from the following detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] The following description is directed to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the different views, and wherein:

[0015] Figure 1 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when opened;

[0016] Figure 2 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when opened;

[0017] Figure 3 An exploded view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when closed;

[0018] Figure 4A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when closed with an open locking mechanism;

[0019] Figure 5 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when opened;

[0020] Figure 6 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed architecture is shown, when the device is closed with an open locking mechanism supporting a mobile phone;

[0021] Figure 7 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when opened;

[0022] Figure 8 A perspective view showing a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed architecture when opened and supporting a mobile phone;

[0023] Figure 9 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when closed;

[0024] Figure 10 A perspective view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device according to the disclosed structure is shown when closed;

[0025] Figure 11 A perspective view showing a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device according to the disclosed architecture when closed and with the locking mechanism pulled out from the main body;

[0026] Figure 12 An exploded view of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose glasses case device of the present invention according to the disclosed architecture is shown;

[0027] Figure 13A A perspective view showing a storage container of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device according to the disclosed architecture;

[0028] Figure 13B A perspective view of a storage container of a possible embodiment of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device of the present invention is shown according to the disclosed architecture.

[0029] Among them, 10, mobile phone; 12, article; 100, device; 110, main body; 112, hinge; 114, connection point; 116, fastener; 120, first half; 121, first side wall; 122, surface; 123, fastener; 124, lower wall; 1240, recessed area; 125, fastener; 126, inner wall; 127, first internal space; 130, second half; 131, second side wall; 132, lower wall; 1320, recessed area; 134, bottom surface; 135, fastener; 136, inner wall; 137, second internal space ;138. Fastener;140. Decorative cover;142. Bottom surface;144. Fastener;146. Utility structure;148. Opening;150. Locking mechanism;160. Phone receiving structure;161. Recess;162. Opening;163. Hinge;164. Charging structure;171. Insert;172. Decorative protrusion;173. Decorative shaped hole;175. Insert;180. Decorative member;182. Insert;184. Opening;186. Fastener;190. Cross member;191. Storage container;192. Strap;193. Hook. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The present innovation will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals refer to like components throughout. For ease of explanation, many specific details are described below to provide a thorough understanding thereof. However, it is apparent that the present innovation can be implemented without these specific details. Other examples show well-known structures and devices in block diagram form to facilitate their description. Various embodiments will be discussed below. It should be noted that the description of the drawings is only for the convenience of describing the embodiments. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of the present invention, nor do they limit the scope of the present invention. In addition, the enumerated embodiments do not need to have all the aspects or advantages shown. Therefore, any features described in different embodiments of the present invention may be combined in other embodiments.

[0031] As described above, there is a long-standing need in the art for an improved eyeglass case. There is also a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device. More specifically, there is a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can store multiple pairs of glasses. Furthermore, there is a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can store multiple pairs of glasses and a plurality of other daily necessities. Furthermore, there is a long-standing need in the art for a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can store multiple pairs of glasses and other daily necessities and has additional functions beyond storage.

[0032] In one exemplary embodiment, the present invention includes a multi-purpose eyeglass case device that can be used to securely store and provide access to personal items such as eyeglasses. The device includes two hinged halves, wherein each half includes side walls that define an interior space containing various fasteners and storage areas. The device also includes a customizable decorative cover that can be attached to either half and can include additional functionality such as a battery pack or charger. The decorative cover and the two halves can be decorated with decorative elements and have connection points for convenient carrying. Additionally, the device can include a phone holder that can display a phone in different positions and can include charging functionality.

[0033] First, refer to the accompanying drawings. Figure 1 A perspective view of one potential embodiment of a multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 according to the disclosed architecture is shown, when opened. Device 100 includes a body 110, which includes a first half 120 and a second half 130. First half 120 and second half 130 are connected by at least one hinge 112 of any hinge type known in the art. Body 110 can be made of any material, such as, but not limited to, metal, gold, silver, aluminum, plastic, leather, bone, hide, wood, and / or a combination of different materials. In one embodiment, all or part of body 110 is phosphorescent, allowing device 100 to glow in the dark and be easily visible in a dark environment.

[0034] The first half 120 includes at least one first side wall 121. The first side wall 121 preferably radially surrounds the entire first half 120, so that the first side wall 121 forms a first interior space 127. The first interior space 127 may include at least one fastener 125. The fastener 125 is designed to accommodate / secure a pair of glasses (or other personal items 12), and may include but is not limited to elastic loops, hooks, loops, magnets, snaps, clips, etc. In another embodiment, the first interior space 127 may include at least one inner wall 126. The inner wall 126 forms a storage area between the inner wall 126 and the first side wall 121, so that any type of items 12, such as Figure 7 shown.

[0035] The second half 130 includes at least one second side wall 131. The second side wall 131 preferably radially surrounds the entire second half 130, so that the second side wall 131 forms a second interior space 137. The second interior space 137 may include at least one fastener 135. The fastener 135 is designed to accommodate / secure a pair of glasses (or other personal items 12), and may include but is not limited to elastic rings, hooks, loops, magnets, snaps, clips, plugs, supports, etc. In another embodiment, the second interior space 137 may include at least one inner wall 136. The inner wall 136 forms a placement and / or storage area between the inner wall 136 and the second side wall 131, so that any type of items 12, such as Figure 5 and Figure 8 shown.

[0036] Either or both halves 120 and 130 may include at least one cross member 190. Cross member 190 may be located in any region and / or orientation within first and second halves 120 and 130. In one embodiment, cross member 190 is fixedly attached to first and second halves 120 and 130. In another embodiment, cross member 190 is removably attached to first and second halves 120 and 130 via at least one fastener 138 (such as, but not limited to, a hook), allowing cross member 190 to be easily removed when not needed and / or repositioned within first and second halves 120 and 130 as needed. In one embodiment, cross member 190 is made of a rigid material. In another embodiment, cross member 190 is made of cloth, elastic, or fabric. Cross member 190 further secures and supports a pair of eyeglasses within first and second halves 120 and 130. In one embodiment, the first interior space 127 and the second interior space 137 are padded only at selected points so that a user can see into the device 100 from points without padded surfaces.

[0037] In one embodiment, the first interior space 127 and the second interior space 137 of either or both halves, first half 120 and second half 130, include at least one fixedly attached or removably attached insert 182. Insert 182 is preferably made of a foam material and may include at least one opening 184 and / or at least one fastener 186 (of any type) (such as, but not limited to, an elastic ring) to secure a pair of eyeglasses in / on insert 182.

[0038] Either or both halves 120, 130 may include at least one locking mechanism 150 that secures the halves 120, 130 together. The locking mechanism 150 may be any locking / securing mechanism known in the art.

[0039] In one embodiment, the device 100 includes at least one decorative cover 140, such as Figure 3 As shown. Decorative cover 140 can be attached to surface 122 of first half 120 (or second half 130 in various embodiments of device 100). Decorative cover 140 can include at least one fastener 144 located on bottom surface 142 of decorative cover 140. Fastener 144 can be any type of fastener that attaches decorative cover 140 to surface 122. In another embodiment, fastener 123 includes at least one reciprocating fastener 123 that connects to fastener 144 of decorative cover 140. In any embodiment, fasteners 123 and 144 can be of any type, such as, but not limited to, hooks, loops, magnets, male and female elements, snaps, tongues, grooves, adhesives, etc. Decorative cover 140 can also have any decorative design / pattern (with or without self-powered lighting) and can be made of any material. In one embodiment, decorative cover 140 is secured to any exterior and / or interior portion of first sidewall 121 and / or second sidewall 131.

[0040] In various embodiments, the decorative cover 140 can be foldable. When the first and second halves 120, 130 are separated (i.e., opened), the decorative cover 140 can be placed on either half 120, 130. This allows the decorative cover 140 to function as a cover for the first and second halves 120, 130 when the other half 120, 130 is opened (to access the glasses stored in the opened half 120, 130). The decorative cover 140 can also include (or accommodate) a utility structure 146, such as, but not limited to, a power battery pack, headphones / earphones, a wired or wireless phone 10 charger, a nail file, a comb, cosmetics 12, a mirror, a health / vital sign monitoring device, a blood glucose meter, or other similar items used in daily life. The utility structure 146 can be found anywhere on the device 100 in one embodiment. In one embodiment, the decorative cover 140 may include at least one opening 148 to allow the first half 120 , the second half 130 and / or the first side wall 121 , the second side wall 131 to be visible for decorative purposes.

[0041] Either half, first half 120 or second half 130, may include at least one connection point 114 located anywhere on the device 100. The connection point 114 accommodates at least one fastener 116, such as, but not limited to, a lanyard (i.e., the connection point 114 accommodates a lanyard), a clip, a strap, etc., which enables the device 100 to be worn or secured to the user. Figure 13A and Figure 13BIn one embodiment shown, the connection point is used to accommodate at least one storage container 191. Storage container 191 has at least one strap 192 on either side, and strap 192 has at least one hook 193 that hooks with fastener 116 when needed to become part of device 100. The user can attach or detach storage container 191 at his or her discretion.

[0042] In one embodiment, the first half 120 (or the second half 130 and / or the decorative cover 140) and / or the surface 122 of the first side wall 121 and the second side wall 131 have at least one decorative hole 173 (e.g., Figure 12 As shown), the decorative hole 173 can accommodate at least one insert 171, and the insert 171 has a corresponding decorative protrusion 172. The insert 171 can be located on the surface 122 of the first half 120 (or the second half 130) and / or the first side wall 121, the second side wall 131, wherein the decorative protrusion will be fully or partially exposed outward when passing through the decorative hole, so as to provide a decorative arrangement of at least one first half 120 (or the second half 130) and / or the first side wall 121, the second side wall 131 outward. In one embodiment, an additional insert 175 made of any flexible material is placed between the decorative hole 173 and the decorative protrusion, so that the decorative protrusion can extend from the decorative hole and be fully and / or partially covered with flocking and / or soft / flexible materials / components (such as cloth) that are entirely and / or shaped similar to the corresponding decorative protrusion. Figure 9 shown.

[0043] In one embodiment, the device 100 includes at least one phone receiving structure 160. The phone receiving structure 160 receives the mobile phone 10 (or other similar device) and places / displays the phone in a vertical or horizontal manner. In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure 160 is located outside the first half 120 and the second half 130 of the two halves, such as Figure 2 In this embodiment, the phone receiving structure 160 is connected to either or both of the first half 120 and the second half 130 via at least one hinge 163, and the hinge 163 allows the phone receiving structure 160 to be folded when not in use. The phone receiving structure 160 may include at least one recess 161 for receiving the phone 10, such as Figure 6 As shown. The phone receiving structure 160 may also include at least one opening 162 for receiving a charging cable. In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure 160 includes a rechargeable phone charging structure 164 (such as, but not limited to, a wired or wireless charger), wherein the phone 10 can be placed on the charging structure 164 and / or the body 110, as shown. Figure 10As shown. The phone receiving structure 160 can be found anywhere on / in the device 100 in different embodiments. In another embodiment, the lower wall 124, 132 of either half 120, 130 can include at least one recessed area 1240, 1320 for receiving the phone 10 in a horizontal, vertical, or horizontal position. In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure 160 is integrated into the locking mechanism 150, as shown. Figure 11 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the phone receiving structure 160 is integrated at any position of the device 100 and is in a retractable position, which can be pulled out for use and then pushed back into the main body 110 in a resting position, as shown. Figure 11 In another embodiment, the inner walls 126 and 136 serve as a phone receiving structure 160 , wherein the phone can be placed between the inner walls 126 and 136 and the first side wall 121 and the second side wall 131 .

[0044] Any portion of first half 120, second half 130, and / or any area of ​​device 100 may include at least one fixedly or removably attached decorative element 180, such as, but not limited to, a gemstone. In this manner, a user can removably attach different decorative elements to match their clothing / style. In one embodiment, the decorative element is located on decorative cover 140.

[0045] Certain terms are used in the following description and claims to refer to specific features or components. As those skilled in the art will appreciate, different people may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not distinguish between components or features that have different names but the same structure or function. As used herein, "multi-purpose eyeglass case device" and "device" are used interchangeably to refer to the multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 of the present invention.

[0046] Nevertheless, the multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 and its various components described in the present invention may have any suitable size and configuration known in the art, provided that the above-mentioned objectives are achieved and the overall concept of the present invention is not affected. It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the size, configuration, and materials of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 shown in the figures are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. While the size of the multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 is an important design parameter for user convenience, the multi-purpose eyeglass case device 100 may have any size, shape, and / or configuration that ensures optimal performance during use and / or suits the needs and / or preferences of the user.

[0047] Various modifications and additions may be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to specific features, the scope of the present invention also includes embodiments with different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all of the features described. Therefore, the scope of the present invention is intended to include all such changes, modifications, and variations that fall within the scope of the claims and all equivalents thereof.

[0048] The foregoing description includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to encompass all such alterations, modifications, and variations that come within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, when the term "includes" is used in the detailed description or the claims, this term is to be construed as being inclusive in a manner similar to the term "comprising" when used as a transitional term in the claims.

Claims

1. A multi-purpose glasses case device, comprising: A main body comprising a first half and a second half connected by a hinge, wherein the first half has a first side wall and a first interior space formed by an inner wall, and the second half has a second side wall and a second interior space formed by a cross member; The connection point is located in the first or second half; and a phone accommodating structure; the multi-purpose glasses case device includes a decorative cover.

2. The multi-purpose glasses case device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The decorative cover is connected to the outer surface of the first half through fasteners.

3. The multi-purpose glasses case device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The multi-purpose eyeglass case device includes a decorative piece.

4. The multi-purpose glasses case device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The decorative element is detachably connected to the first half or the second half.

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