A pocket-sized device designed to be attached to the strap of a carrying bag

Abstract

A carrying item (300) comprising: - a strap (4) extending along a longitudinal direction (D4), - a pouch (1) intended to be attached to the strap (4), and - a first attachment (2) of the pouch (1) to the strap (4). At an attachment zone (ZF) extending from a first transverse edge (11) of the pouch, over a length (L23) between 25% and 75% of the length (L1) of the pouch, the pouch is attached to the strap by the first attachment (2). At a free zone (ZL) extending from a second transverse edge (12) of the pouch, over a length of at least 25% of the length (L1) of the pouch, the pouch (1) is either not attached to the strap or the pouch (1) is attached to the strap by a second adjustable attachment (3).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a pocket device for attachment to a strap, particularly a shoulder strap or waist belt, of a carrying device such as a backpack. The invention also relates to a strap device comprising such a pocket device. Finally, the invention relates to a carrying device comprising such a strap device or such a pocket device.

[0002] Various types of pockets are available, which can be attached either removablely or permanently to belts, particularly backpack belts. These pockets can hold various items, such as a mobile phone, during physical activities like hiking. However, storing rigid items in such pockets is uncomfortable for the user because the rigidity of the item tends to stiffen the belt. Consequently, when the belt is tightened, it won't conform properly to the user's body shape and will exert localized pressure, causing discomfort. The same applies to pockets positioned on shoulder straps.

[0003] The aim of the invention is to provide a pocket-sized device that overcomes the above-mentioned drawbacks and improves upon known prior art devices. In particular, the invention makes it possible to create a pocket-sized device that is comfortable for the user when used to house a rigid item such as a mobile phone.

[0004] A carrying item according to the invention comprises: a strap extending in a longitudinal direction, a pocket intended to be attached to the strap, a pocket intended to be attached to the strap, the pocket extending longitudinally, in a direction parallel or substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the strap when the pocket is attached to the strap, the pocket having: ∘ a length delimited by a first transverse edge and a second transverse edge, and ∘ a width delimited by a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge, and ∘ a thickness delimited by an internal panel facing a user and an external panel, opposite the internal panel, a first attachment of the pocket to the strap.

[0005] At a fixing zone extending from the first transverse edge of the pocket, over a length between 25% and 75% of the length of the pocket, the pocket is fixed to the strap by the first fixing.

[0006] At the level of a free area extending from the second transverse edge of the pocket, over a length of at least 25% of the length of the pocket, the pocket is not attached to the strap or the pocket is attached to the strap by a second adjustable attachment.

[0007] According to advantageous but not mandatory aspects of the invention, such a carrying article may incorporate one or more of the following features, taken in any technically permissible combination.

[0008] The first attachment for the pouch is a rigid one. This makes the pouch more stable when in motion.

[0009] The first attachment can be designed to make the pouch permanently fixed to the strap. This ensures the pouch is more reliable and secure, preventing loss during use.

[0010] The first attachment may consist of one or more seams designed to directly secure the pocket to the strap. This technique provides a reliable and easy-to-make connection.

[0011] The first fixing may include: a first component at or near the first longitudinal edge of the pocket, and a second component at or near the second transverse edge of the pocket, The first and second components of the first fastening are spaced more than 60% of the pocket width apart, with no other fastening components placed between these two components of the first fastening. This arrangement allows for a comfortable strap for the user due to the possibility of air circulation.

[0012] The second adjustable attachment may include at least one component attached to the pocket at the second transverse edge, the connection length of which between the pocket and the strap is adjustable.

[0013] The second adjustable fastener includes at least one elastic component.

[0014] The component(s) of the second adjustable fastener is / are a ribbon(s) with a width of less than twenty millimeters.

[0015] The inner and / or outer panel of the pocket may be made of woven material and / or knitted material, in particular of material composed of several portions of woven material and / or knitted material assembled by sewing and / or welding and / or gluing.

[0016] The inner and / or outer panel of the pocket can be made of stretchable material.

[0017] The inner panel and / or outer panel of the pocket can be made of rigid material or partially of rigid material.

[0018] The carrying device can be a backpack with a back pocket, and the strap can be a waist belt attached to the back pocket. Advantageously, the first transverse edge of the pocket is the front edge of the pocket, located closest to the abdomen.

[0019] The carrying item may be a backpack with a back pocket, and the strap may be a shoulder strap attached to the back pocket. Advantageously, the first transverse edge of the pocket is preferably the top edge of the pocket, located closest to the shoulders.

[0020] The strap may include an opening, part of which is positioned opposite the internal panel of the pocket.

[0021] The attached drawing represents, by way of example, one embodiment of a bag according to the invention. There figure 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a bag according to the invention. figure 2 is a partial front view of a strap of an embodiment of a bag according to the invention. figure 3 is a partial rear view of the strap of the bag embodiment according to the invention. figure 4 is a schematic and partial top view of the embodiment of the bag according to the invention, the pocket device not containing a rigid object. figure 5 is a schematic and partial top view of the embodiment of the bag according to the invention, the pocket device containing a rigid object. figure 6 is a section view of a strap of the embodiment according to a plane AA of the figure 2 or of the figure 4 . There figure 7 is a view of an embodiment of a component of the adjustable fastener usable within the scope of the invention.

[0022] One embodiment of a 300-piece carrying case is described below with reference to figures 1 à 7 in the form of a backpack.

[0023] However, the carrying device can be of a completely different nature. It can include a harness, a shoulder strap, or a simple carrying belt.

[0024] If the carrying item is a backpack, it may include: a main pocket 5, two carrying straps 4b, connected to the main pocket 5 and / or an abdominal belt 4c, connected to the main pocket 5.

[0025] In the example shown in the figures, the 4c ​​abdominal belt comprises two components positioned respectively on the user's right and left sides. Each component includes: a carrying portion 41c, attached to the main pocket 5 and intended to cover part of the user's right or left hip and a tightening strap 42c, attached to the carrying portion 41s and extending it forward to cover part of the belly.

[0026] The 42c tightening straps of the abdominal belt components are connected on the side of their free ends via a buckle in order to adjust the tightness of the abdominal belt.

[0027] According to the invention, the carrying article 300 comprises at least one strap 4 extending along a longitudinal direction D4.

[0028] For the purposes of this invention, strap 4 corresponds to: a 4b carrying strap, and / or a 4c abdominal belt.

[0029] The longitudinal direction D4 of the strap corresponds to the average longitudinal axis of strap 4. For a shoulder strap, when the pack is worn, the longitudinal axis is approximately vertical; it may be slightly inclined and follow a curved path to conform to the body's shape. For a waist belt, when the pack is worn, the longitudinal axis is approximately horizontal; it may be slightly inclined and follow a curved path to conform to the body's shape.

[0030] According to the invention, the carrying item 300 also includes a pocket 1 intended to be attached to the strap 4. The pocket 1 extends along a longitudinal direction D1 corresponding to the mean longitudinal axis of the pocket 1. When the pocket 1 is assembled to the strap 4, the longitudinal direction D1 is parallel or substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction D4 of the strap when the pocket 1 is attached to the strap 4. By "substantially parallel directions" is meant directions forming an angle between 0 and 25° with each other. When the bag is carried, the pocket 1 is specifically intended to be located in a curved area of ​​the strap 4.

[0031] The pocket 1 is attached to the strap by fastening means. According to the invention, there may be several fastening means. The pocket 1 can be attached to the strap 4 solely by a first fastening 2. Alternatively, the pocket 1 can be attached to the strap 4 by a first fastening 2 and a second adjustable fastening 3. The pocket 1 could also be attached to the strap 4 solely by a second adjustable fastening 3.

[0032] By "fastening" we mean one or more means of connection allowing a part of the pocket to be assembled with a part of the strap.

[0033] By “rigid fixing” we mean a fixing which prohibits any relative movement of the pocket 1 with respect to the strap 4.

[0034] By "adjustable fixing" we mean a connecting element whose length can be adjusted by deformation of the connecting element or by an action on a component that adjusts the length of the connecting element.

[0035] A "rigid" fixing is not "adjustable", and vice versa, but could be removable.

[0036] In the embodiment shown in the figure 1 The 300 pack includes a pocket 1 on the waist belt 4c and a pocket 1 on a shoulder strap 4b. In this example, pocket 1 is attached to the carrying section 41c of the waist belt 4c, preferably towards the front of this carrying section for easier access. However, the 300 pack could include only one of the two pockets. The pack could also include additional pockets on a strap, such as another pocket on a different shoulder strap or a second pocket on the waist belt.

[0037] The construction of pocket 1 will now be described in more detail.

[0038] As illustrated on the figures 2 à 5 Pocket 1 features: a length L1 delimited by a first transverse edge 11 of pocket 1 and a second transverse edge 12 of pocket 1, the length L1 being measured along the direction D1, and a width W1 delimited by a first longitudinal edge 13 of pocket 1 and a second longitudinal edge 14 of pocket 1, the width W1 being measured along the direction perpendicular to the direction D1, and a thickness E1 delimited by ∘ (i) an internal panel 15 facing a user of the carrying article or intended to come against the strap 4 and ∘ (ii) an external panel 16, opposite the internal panel 15.

[0039] According to the invention, the pocket is attached to the strap at the level of an attachment zone ZF extending from the first transverse edge 11 of the pocket, over a length L23 between 25% and 75% of the length L1 of the pocket.

[0040] In the example illustrated in the figures 1 à 7 The pouch is attached to the strap 4 by a first fastener 2. This first fastener 2 is a rigid fastener. This ensures a reliable and robust attachment of the pouch to the strap. It reduces the pouch's movement relative to the strap.

[0041] In this example, the first fastener 2 has two components: a first component 23, and a second component 24.

[0042] The first component 23 of the first fixation 2 is positioned at or near the first longitudinal edge 13 of the pocket 1, that is, less than fifteen millimeters from it.

[0043] The second component 24 of the first fixation is positioned at or near the second transverse edge 14 of the pocket 1, that is to say less than fifteen millimeters from it.

[0044] This design allows for better integration of the pocket with the strap and prevents the creation of a debris collection point. With an edge-to-edge or slightly offset connection, continuity is achieved between the pocket and the strap. This reduces the risk of snagging the pocket on an external object or on the hand.

[0045] As illustrated in particular on the figure 6 The first 23 and second 24 components of the first fastener 2 are spaced a distance W2 apart, with no other fastener components positioned between these two components 23 and 24 of the first fastener. Preferably, this distance W2 is greater than 60% of the width W1 of the pocket. Thus, the first component 23 of the first fastener 2 and the second component 24 of the first fastener 2 are arranged to provide a first recess 6 between the pocket 1 and the strap 4.

[0046] In the case of a waist belt 4c, such a first compartment can be used to house or fold an excess length of the tightening strap 42c. Furthermore, this first compartment creates a space between the pocket and the strap, allowing air circulation to insulate and dry the inner panel 15 of the pocket. The carrying portion 41c of the waist belt may include an opening 7, part of which is positioned opposite the inner panel 15 of the pocket, as shown in the figure 3 This opening 7 reduces the contact areas with the body and allows for a better adaptation to body shape, thus providing greater comfort and minimizing contact points that can cause perspiration. When combined with the first compartment 6, opening 7 also allows for local air circulation to ventilate the user's hips. Furthermore, the spacing W2 between components 23 and 24 of the first attachment 2 softens the central part of the carrying section 41c, eliminating pressure points caused by components 23 and 24 of the first attachment 2. This allows for a better anatomical fit, and therefore greater comfort, while ensuring stable support of the pouch.

[0047] Preferably, the first component 23 of the first fastener 2 includes a seam and / or a bond and / or a weld permanently joining the pocket 1 and the strap 4. In this case, it is a rigid fastener.

[0048] Preferably, the second component 24 of the first fastening 2 includes a seam and / or a glue and / or a weld permanently joining the pocket 1 and the strap 4. In this case, it is a rigid fastening.

[0049] In one embodiment, the first fastener 2 is designed to make the pouch permanently attached to the strap. In other words, the pouch can only be separated from the strap by damaging the first fastener 2. By being permanently attached, the risk of the pouch detaching and being lost during use is reduced, since it remains fixed to the strap.

[0050] In an embodiment where the pocket is fixed, the first attachment 2 is achieved by one or more seams designed to directly secure the pocket 1 to the strap 4. Seams are a simple and economical means of creating a rigid, fixed attachment. These seams ensure a direct connection between a portion of the pocket and a portion of the strap, without the use of an intermediate component between the two elements. In this case, it is a rigid attachment.

[0051] Furthermore, outside the fixing zone ZF, at the level of a free zone ZL extending from the second transverse edge 12 of the pocket, over a length LL (complementary to the length L23 with respect to the total length L1 of the pocket) of at least 25% of the length L1 of the pocket, the pocket 1 is not fixed to the strap 4 or the pocket 1 is fixed to the strap by a second adjustable fixing 3.

[0052] The absence of a fastener or the use of a second adjustable fastener 3 in this free zone ZL of the pocket allows relative movement between pocket 1 and strap 4 in this zone ZL. This degree of freedom is important for providing the desired comfort with this design. Indeed, inserting a rigid object into the pocket, such as a mobile phone, will stiffen it. Thanks to this degree of freedom on one side of the pocket, the internal panel 15 of pocket 1 can move away from strap 4 on that side without deforming the strap. Thus, strap 4 can remain in contact with the user's body and conform to their shape, as illustrated in the figure 5 Comfort is then improved.

[0053] As previously stated, pocket 1 may include a second adjustable fastening 3 in its free area ZL, and more specifically, at the level of the second transverse edge 12.

[0054] In this example, the second adjustable fastener 3 has two components: a first component 31, connecting the second transverse edge 12 of pocket 1, near the first longitudinal edge 13, with the strap 4, and a second component 32, connecting the second transverse edge 12 of pocket 1, near the second longitudinal edge 14, with the strap 4.

[0055] These components 31, 32 of the second adjustable fastening may be elastic or consist of elastic bands attached at one end to pocket 1 and at the other end to strap 4. Alternatively, the components 31, 32 of the second adjustable fastening may comprise rigid links but whose lengths are adjustable so that the links can be set by the user in a long configuration on the figure 4 and in a short configuration on the figure 3 An example of such a component of the second adjustable fastener 31 may include a link 311 cooperating with a loop 312, as illustrated in the figure 7 .

[0056] As mentioned previously, the components of the second adjustable fastener 3 improve user comfort when a rigid object is placed in pocket 1. Indeed, in the configuration shown on the figure 5 The components of the second adjustable fastening can elastically deform or be adjusted so that the strap can bend and remain pressed against the user without causing an area of ​​overpressure on the user.

[0057] Alternatively, the second adjustable fastener 3 could comprise one or more components, preferably at the second transverse edge 12 of the pocket. Similarly, the component or components may be elastic. They may include one or more rigid links whose length(s) is / are adjustable.

[0058] In one embodiment, the component(s) 31, 32 of the second adjustable fastener 3 is / are a ribbon or tie less than twenty millimeters wide. This allows for greater freedom of movement of the pouch within its free zone ZL, or at least reduces its rigidity. It also allows for larger openings for ventilation behind the pouch.

[0059] The advantage of having a second adjustable attachment 3, compared to not having one in the free zone ZL of pocket 1, is to press pocket 1 against the strap 4 at the free zone ZL, when there are no rigid objects in the pocket, as seen in the figure 4 Without this second adjustable fastener 3, the pocket portion 1 of the free zone ZL would be loose and not properly secured. This could be inconvenient and cause discomfort to the user.

[0060] When the strap is a 4c abdominal belt, the first transverse edge 11 of the pouch is preferably the anterior edge of the pouch, located closest to the abdomen. This allows better access to the pouch and prevents snagging the pouch when a rigid object is placed inside.

[0061] When the strap is a 4b shoulder strap, the first transverse edge 11 of the pocket is preferably the top edge of the pocket, located closest to the shoulders. This allows for better access to the pocket and prevents snagging when a rigid object is placed inside.

[0062] Preferably, the pocket 1 is made up of a parallelepiped or substantially parallelepiped envelope comprising the inner panel 15 and the outer panel 16. However, the pocket may optionally have any conformation necessary to contain an object.

[0063] Advantageously, pocket 1 is equipped with an opening 18. This opening can be closed by a zipper 19.

[0064] Preferably, pocket 1 is made of woven and / or knitted material, in particular by assembling several panels of woven and / or knitted material. This assembly can be carried out by sewing and / or welding and / or gluing. In one embodiment, the pocket is made of a stretchable material so that it can deform to hold a larger volume of objects. Such a material is, for example, a material containing elastane.

[0065] Alternatively, pocket 1 can be made entirely of rigid material or partially of rigid material. This allows for greater strength and the possibility of using a waterproof material to protect the items stored in the pocket from external elements such as water, dust, etc.

[0066] The W1 width of the pocket can be equal to the width of the strap. In this case, the strap and the pocket can be attached edge to edge. This allows for better integration and a more aesthetically pleasing look. Alternatively, the width of the strap can be less than or greater than the width of the pocket.

[0067] The invention is not limited to the few embodiments described above by way of example, but aims to protect any equivalent configuration. It is therefore possible to combine these embodiments.

[0068] The invention is not limited to the embodiments described above but extends to all embodiments covered by the attached claims.

Claims

1. Carrying article (300) comprising: - a strap (4) extending along a longitudinal direction (D4), - a pocket (1) intended to be attached to the strap (4), the pocket extending longitudinally, along a direction (D1) parallel or substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction (D4) of the strap when the pocket is attached to the strap (4), the pocket having: ∘ a length (L1) delimited by a first transverse edge (11) and a second transverse edge (12), and ∘ a width (W1) delimited by a first longitudinal edge (13) and a second longitudinal edge (14), and ∘ a thickness (E1) delimited by an internal panel (15) facing a user and an external panel (16), opposite the internal panel (15), - a first attachment (2) of the pocket (1) to the strap (4), characterized in thatat the level of a fixing zone (ZF) extending from the first transverse edge (11) of the pocket, over a length (L23) between 25% and 75% of the length (L1) of the pocket, the pocket is fixed to the strap by the first fixing (2), and in that at the level of a free zone (ZL) extending from the second transverse edge (12) of the pocket, over a length of at least 25% of the length (L1) of the pocket, the pocket (1) is not fixed to the strap or the pocket (1) is fixed to the strap by a second adjustable fastening (3).

2. Carrying article (300) according to claim 1, characterized in that The first attachment of the pocket is a rigid attachment.

3. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The first attachment (2) is designed to make the pocket non-removable from the strap.

4. Carrying article (300) according to the preceding claim, characterized in thatthe first attachment (2) includes one or more seams intended to directly secure the pocket (1) with the strap (4).

5. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first fixation (2) comprises: - a first first fixation component (23) at the first longitudinal edge (13) of the pocket (1) or near it, and - a second first fixation component (24) at the second transverse edge (14) of the pocket (1) or near it, the first (23) and second (24) components of the first fixation being spaced apart by a distance (W2) greater than 60% of the width (W1) of the pocket, no other fixation component being disposed between these two components (23, 24) of the first fixation.

6. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in thatthe second adjustable fastening (3) has two components: - a first component (31), connecting the second transverse edge (12) of the pocket (1), near the first longitudinal edge (13), with the strap (4), and - a second component (32), connecting the second transverse edge (12) of the pocket (1), near the second longitudinal edge (14), with the strap (4).

7. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second adjustable fastening (3) includes at least one component (31, 32) fixed to the pocket (1) at the level of the second transverse edge (12) whose connection length between the pocket (1) and the strap (4) is modifiable.

8. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second adjustable fastening includes at least one elastic component (31, 32).

9. Carrying article (300) according to one of the three preceding claims, characterized in thatthe component(s) (31, 32) of the second adjustable fastener (3) is / are a ribbon or link(s) with a width of less than twenty millimeters.

10. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The inner panel (15) and / or the outer panel (16) of the pocket (1) is / are made of woven material and / or knitted material, in particular of material composed of several portions of woven material and / or knitted material assembled by sewing and / or welding and / or gluing.

11. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The carrying item is a backpack comprising a back pocket (5) and the strap (4) is a waist belt (4c) connected to the back pocket.

12. Carrying article (300) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the first transverse border (11) of the pouch is the anterior border of the pouch, located closest to the belly.

13. Carrying article (300) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that The carrying item is a backpack comprising a back pocket (5) and the strap (4) is a carrying strap (4b) connected to the back pocket.

14. Carrying article (300) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the first transverse edge (11) of the pocket is preferentially the upper edge of the pocket, located closest to the shoulders.

15. Carrying article (300) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the strap (4) includes an opening (7) part of which is positioned opposite the internal panel (15) of the pocket.

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