Hook-and-Loop Carrying Bag Patches for Damage-Free Customization

Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional carrying bags offer limited options for easy and safe customization, as existing methods often damage the bag or are permanent, restricting users' ability to periodically personalize and update their bags based on preferences.

Innovation Solution

The use of hook-and-loop material in constructing sections of carrying bags allows for easy attachment, removal, and rearrangement of patches or art pieces, enabling users to customize their bags without causing damage.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If permanent methods like iron-on patches or sewing are used to personalize carrying bags, then the bag can be customized, but the bag may be damaged or the customization cannot be changed

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecustomization capabilityVSAvoidbag integrity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the customization system into separate modular components: a base bag and detachable patches. The patches are segmented from the bag body, allowing them to be independently attached and removed without permanently modifying the bag structure. This segmentation enables customization while preserving bag integrity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamic customization by using hook-and-loop fastening systems that allow patches to be easily attached, removed, and repositioned. This dynamic system replaces static permanent attachments, enabling users to change the bag's appearance over time without damage. The fastening mechanism provides reversible connectivity between patches and the bag.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If permanent customization methods are used, then the bag can be personalized, but the personalization cannot be updated or removed

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvepersonalization optionVSAvoidease of updating customization

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic customization by using hook-and-loop fastening systems that allow patches to be easily attached, removed, and repositioned. This dynamic system replaces static permanent attachments, enabling users to change the bag's appearance over time without damage. The fastening mechanism provides reversible connectivity between patches and the bag.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent enables self-service customization by designing a user-friendly attachment system that requires no special tools or skills. Users can independently attach, remove, and rearrange patches using the hook-and-loop fastening system, making the customization process accessible and easy to perform without professional assistance.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If permanent patches or rivets are used for customization, then the bag can be customized, but the method may pose danger or cause damage

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecustomization capabilityVSAvoiddamage to bag

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the customization system into separate modular components: a base bag and detachable patches. The patches are segmented from the bag body, allowing them to be independently attached and removed without permanently modifying the bag structure. This segmentation enables customization while preserving bag integrity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary fastening system (hook-and-loop material) between the patches and the bag body. This intermediary layer provides a safe connection mechanism that avoids direct permanent attachment methods like sewing or rivets, eliminating the risk of bag damage while enabling secure patch attachment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This solution provides a safe and versatile method for users to modify and update their carrying bags, allowing for frequent changes in customization, enhancing user expression and extending the bag's lifespan.

Implementation Method 1

constructing sections of a carrying bag of hook-and-loop material and constructing patches or other pieces of art from corresponding hook-and-loop material to facilitate securing such patches to the carrying bag

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectHook-and-loop fastening mechanism: Mechanical Fastener

Data Source

PatentUS20230172343A1Personalized bag

Publication Date: 2023.06.08 BECCO IP LLC

AI summary

The present disclosure describes products and methods for customizing carrying bags that allows users to express their individuality. The products and methods provide for users to periodically modify and update their carrying bag by easily attaching, moving, removing, or adding one or more patches or pieces of art. The products and methods include constructing sections of a carrying bag of hook-and-loop material and constructing patches or other pieces of art from corresponding hook-and-loop material to facilitate securing such patches to the carrying bag. Once secured, the patches can be easily removed from the bag, moved to a different section of the bag, or other patches can be added to change the customization and personalization over time.