Wearable Pack Accessory Attachment Arrangement

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing wearable packs, such as chest packs, lack an efficient and convenient method for securely attaching and removing accessory devices.

Innovation Solution

A wearable pack system featuring a pack device with an accessory attachment arrangement using hook and loop fastener panels, allowing for selective coupling with accessory devices for easy attachment and detachment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional attachment methods are used for accessory devices on wearable packs, then the attachment may be secure, but the attachment and removal process becomes time-consuming and complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of attachment and detachmentVSAvoidtime for attachment and detachment

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces traditional mechanical attachment systems (such as buckles, clips, or straps) with a hook and loop fastening system. This substitution allows for rapid attachment by simply bringing the accessory device into contact with the pack surface, and equally rapid removal by peeling the accessory away, dramatically reducing the time and complexity of attachment operations while maintaining secure fastening

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Adaptability or versatility

If accessory devices are attached to the wearable pack, then functionality is enhanced, but the aesthetic appearance may be compromised due to visibility

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefunctionality enhancementVSAvoidaesthetic appearance

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSShape

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies hook and loop fastening panels to specific localized areas on the wearable pack where accessories are intended to be attached. This allows the main body of the pack to maintain its clean aesthetic design, while providing functional attachment capability in specific zones. The fastening panels are strategically positioned to minimize visual impact when accessories are attached, preserving the overall aesthetic appearance while enhancing functionality

Inventive Principle:

Principle #3Local quality

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

The system provides a simple, quick, and efficient way to attach and detach accessory devices, ensuring they are not visible and hang lower than the pack device, enhancing usability and aesthetics.

Implementation Method 1

an accessory attachment arrangement including a hook panel and a loop panel which together are configured for selectively coupling with a hook and loop mechanism of at least one accessory device

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectHook and loop fastening mechanism: Velcro

Data Source

PatentUS12336620B2Accessory attachment arrangement for a wearable pack

Publication Date: 2025.06.24 EBERLESTOCK USA LLC

AI summary

A wearable pack system includes: a support device; and a pack device coupled with the support device, the pack device including an accessory attachment arrangement including a hook panel and a loop panel which together are configured for selectively coupling with a hook and loop mechanism of at least one accessory device.