Apparel Protecting Device Panel Isolating Tools From Clothing Pockets
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing devices fail to effectively isolate tools from clothing pockets, leading to potential damage to the clothing due to direct contact and friction.
Innovation Solution
A panel with a fold and slot configuration is designed to be inserted into a clothing pocket and a tool clip, positioning a section between the tool and pocket to prevent damage, with the panel being rectangular or rounded and potentially made of plastic.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If tools are directly attached to clothing pockets, then the tool is easily accessible and securely held, but the tool contacts the pocket fabric causing friction and potential damage to the clothing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a protective panel as an intermediary component between the tool and the clothing pocket. The panel has a pocket-receiving portion that attaches to the clothing pocket and a tool-receiving portion that holds the tool, with an isolating section positioned between them. This intermediary structure prevents direct contact between the tool and pocket fabric, eliminating friction damage while maintaining secure tool attachment and easy accessibility.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a protective barrier is introduced between the tool and pocket, then damage to clothing is prevented, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The protective panel is segmented into three functional portions: a pocket-receiving portion for attaching to clothing, a tool-receiving portion for holding the tool, and an isolating section positioned between them. This segmentation allows each portion to perform its specific function efficiently while keeping the overall structure simple and manageable.
Solution Approach 2:
The panel design allows the isolating section to be nested between the pocket-receiving portion and the tool-receiving portion, creating a compact layered structure. The fold line enables the panel to collapse flat when not in use, further reducing complexity and improving portability.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the panel is made rigid to provide stable protection, then the protective function is enhanced, but the panel cannot be easily collapsed for storage
Solution Approach 1:
The panel incorporates a fold line that allows it to dynamically change configuration. When attached to the clothing pocket, the panel maintains a stable rigid structure to provide effective protection. When detached, the panel can be collapsed flat along the fold line for compact storage, enabling easy transition between functional and storage states.
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AI summary
An apparel protecting device for isolating a pocket from a tool attached to the pocket includes a panel. A fold is positioned in the panel and defines a first section of the panel, a second section of the panel, and a slot that is positioned between the first section and the second section. The second section is configured to be inserted into a pocket of an article of clothing to position the first section on an exterior of the pocket. The panel is configured to be inserted into a clip of a tool, such as a tape measurer, to couple the tool to the panel. The first section is configured to be positioned between the tool and the pocket to isolate the tool from the pocket to prevent damage to the article of clothing.