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A SPORTING HELMET BACKPACK, LUNCHBOX AND TRAVEL LUGGAGE
ABSTRACT
The present invention provide.: a backpack/bag in different shapes/designs.
It provides a backpack, lunchbox for children, travelling luggage which
comprises back in the shape of different sporting helmets or masks such as
hockey mask, football helmet, baseball helmet etc. which makes the present
invention unique and novel. The present invention can also be formed as
lunchbox, luggage etc. The backpack under the present invention not only
provides for storage but it also has provision for having indicia and logos
printed on the backpack to enhance branding and lifestyle.
DESCRIPTION
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001]The invention relates generally to the fields of bags/backpacks/
luggage carriers.
[0002]More particularly, the invention also relates to backpack having shape
of different sporting helmets.
[0003]The present invention can be used to carry objects related to
backpacks, books, food, tools, personal items, sports items or any such other
item as desired by the user.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0004]A backpack is used by people of almost every age to carry things
easily and more comfortably. Backpacks differ in shape and size as does
luggage and lunchboxes. The trend of carrying things like sports materials,
books, food etc. has grown widely and the pertaining backpack size depends
upon the user and materials to be carried.
[0005]The development of backpacks has generally focused on enabling
individuals to use the product functionally, carry items more easily, reduce
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DESCRIPTION
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001]The invention relates generally to the fields of bags/backpacks/
luggage carriers.
[0002]More particularly, the invention also relates to backpack having shape
of different sporting helmets.
[0003]The present invention can be used to carry objects related to
backpacks, books, food, tools, personal items, sports items or any such other
item as desired by the user.
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effort and protect bodies of those carrying loads heavier than 10% of their
body weight. However, contemporary backpacks are not merely utility
containers to carry objects. They are also accessory apparel articles.
[0006]Therefore, in addition to usefulness, backpacks have become
symbols of branding and lifestyle. Coordination of
colors and team
affiliations have become important to those who carry backpacks and use
luggage and lunchboxes. Hence, backpacks, luggage and lunchboxes are a
fashion accoutrement that may be selected and worn for the purpose of
satisfying needs beyond function or simply to replace briefcases and book
bags. The backpack can be worn to serve as an identifiable link to a
particular group, share a belief, attitude or desire.
[0007]Students at college or university may desire to have backpacks that
exhibit a logo or other indicia of an institution or group which they are
affiliated. A backpack is particularly suited to this purpose because when
used, it is exposed to the view of others.
[0008]There exists a need for a backpack that is adapted to the hockey
industry where logos and other indicia can be affixed on the backpack
indicating affiliation with different hockey teams, associations and
organizations.
[0009]Considerable inventive skill has been applied to the design and
material making the backpack light, promotional capable and attractive for
the younger generation; the backpack is not only useful for youths but it can
also be used by people of differing ages also because of its lightweight and
easy to use characteristic. The backpack is compatible with all types of
goods. It also comprises of provision for including design and personal
customized stickers, prints on the backpack, lunchbox and luggage.
[0010]Reference may be made to United States Patent 8,678,258, by
Knight, et al. which relates to 'Backpack back support frame'. This invention
relates to a vertically and horizontally flexible backpack support frame
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having a Y-shaped configuration and fitting reversibly into a pocket on a
backpack. The support frame is curved horizontally and vertically to conform
to the shape of a back of a user. The frame has a raised Y-shaped
corrugation for increased strength. A shoulder strap bar attaches reversibly
across a longitudinal central opening in the support frame so that the
shoulder strap bar is adjustable vertically and horizontally when the support
frame is in the backpack. The backpack straps and belt attach reversibly and
pivotably to the support framt,. when the support frame is in the pocket of
the backpack.
[0011]Further reference may be made to United States Patent 8,678,253,
titled 'Ergonomic backpack' dated 25.03.2014. Under this invention a
backpack is provided giving ergonomic support for the back and neck of the
wearer. The backpack provides continuous, fully ergonomic cushioning
support to provide optimal comfort to the wearer.
[0012]Another reference may be made to United States Patent 8,678,019,
titled 'Umbrella engaged with a back pack' by Christie. This invention relates
to a backpack with an anchoring device. The anchoring device allows an
umbrella to be attached to the backpack. The umbrella has a collapsible
canopy and can be stored in a storage unit on the backpack.
[0013]Reference may also be made to United States Patent D699,031, titled
'Backpack'.
[0014]Reference may also be made to United States Patent D699,031 titled
'Backpack'.
[0015]Reference may also be made to United States Patent D699,032 titled
'Backpack for laptop and tablet. computers'.
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[0016]Reference may also be made to United States Patent 8,651,353 titled
'Gym locker organizer backpack'. This invention relates to a utility bag
having
shoulder straps which allows the bag to be used as a backpack to carry
clothing, shoes, wet items, personal grooming items, etc. to a gym. At the
gym the utility bag can be hung up on one or more of the locker hooks and,
when the front panel of the utility bag is opened, all items in the utility
bag
can be easily accessed without removing the bag from the locker. The bag
has a number of separate internally located compartments where each
compartment can have a see thru mesh front panel which allows a user to
see the contents of the compartment and allows air to circulate. The bag has
pockets which are accessible from the outside of the bag which allow a user
to quickly access a desired item such as a cell phone, wallet, etc. without
opening the utility bag.
[0017]Reference may also be made to United States Patent D699,431 titled
'Backpack having football material and texture'.
[0018]Reference may also be made to United States Patent D699,432 titled
'Backpack having soccer ball material and stitch pattern'.
[0019]Reference may also be made to United States Patent 8,657,169 titled
'Backpack'. This invention relates to a backpack including a pack portion
having a top, a bottom, a front, a rear and two sides. A strap arrangement
can also be included for carrying the pack portion as a backpack. The strap
arrangement can have a pair of carrying straps. Each carrying strap can be
secured to the pack portion at about the bottom and extend upwardly along
respective sides of the pack portion, and redirected at about the top of said
respective sides to extend aroUnd to the rear of the pack portion, and being
redirected at about the top of the rear to extend downwardly for securement
at about the bottom of the pack portion at the rear. The strap arrangement
can redirect forces to support a load in the pack portion from the sides of
the
pack portion.
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[0020]However, the backpacks as mentioned in the prior art does not
comprise of features as present in the present invention. The backpacks
mentioned above are either too specific or very restricted to carrying
specific
products. Some of the backpacks are heavy and so are not comfortable to
carry by the user. Therefore there is a need for more light weight, strong and
compatible to carry any type of product backpack.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0021]Thus, it is an object of the present invention to provide a bag,
Sporting Helmet Backpack, Lunchbox and Travel Luggage.
[0022]Further, it is another object of the present invention to provide a
lightweight and easy to carry backpack comprising of designs of different
sports helmets.
[0023]It is another object of the present invention to provide a backpack
which is capable of bearing design, stickers of different sports team as per
the user requirement.
[0 0 24]It is a further object of the present invention to provide a backpack
which can be used for multiple purposes either for sports, apparels, food,
books etc. which may also comprise of a LED lighting on it for the purpose of
security of the user.
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0025]The present invention will be readily understood by the following
detailed description in conjunction with the enclosed drawings, and in which:
[0026]FIG. 1 illustrates the backpack in shape of football helmet.
[0 0 2 7YIG. 2 Illustrates backpack in shape of hockey helmet.
[0028]FIG. 3 illustrates the side view of the backpack.
[0029]FIG. 4 illustrates the front view of the backpack.
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[0030]FIG. 5 illustrates the back view of the backpack.
[0031]FIG. 6 illustrates the lower portion of the backpack.
[0032]FIG. 7 illustrates the side view of the backpack in hockey helmet
design.
[0033]FIG. 8 illustrates the front view of the backpack in hockey helmet
design.
[0034]FIG. 9 illustrates the different usages of the invention as backpack,
luggage and lunchbox.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE ILLUSTRATED EMBODIMENTS
[0035]NOTE: The following is the preferred embodiment or best mode for
carrying out the invention. It should be noted that this invention is not
limited only to the preferred embodiments discussed here. There are various
alternates/modifications/improved or different versions of the product, which
are within the ambit of present invention only. The following specification
and
embodiments are for the purposes of illustration only and therefore should
not be construed to limit the scope of the invention.
[0036]Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with
reference to the enclosed drawings. The terms bag/backpack/luggage are
used interchangeably in this specification.
[0037]In one embodiment, the sporting helmet backpack, lunchbox and
travel luggage can be manufactured of polyester materials, cloth materials
etc.
[0038]The backpack of the present invention can be manufactured in any
sporting helmets designs with light weight and easy to carry. The invention is
designed and manufactured in such a way that it is attractive for the young
sports enthusiast or other persons interested in sports.
[0039]The present invention comprises a provision for adapting logos and
other indicia which can be affixed on the backpack indicating affiliation with
different sports teams, associations and organizations. The user can also
affix
customized stickers on the backpack.
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[0040]The backpack may be emblazoned with advertising messages, team
logos, can be sold as promotional items at events, can be coated with
reflective luminescent, phosphorescent or safety materials, coordinated with
particular marketing program or advertising campaign in the field of hockey.
The unique design and the ability to place advertising on backpack is very
unique and allows the user to place/ affix its personal advertising or
messages or logos. The backpack may also comprise of LED lighting as
security feature, the LED lighting provides a good look and also works for
security reasons as the backpack is visible when a vehicles headlights shine
on the bag when the user is on dark streets or road.
[0041]The backpack of the present invention can be comprised of any shape
and size; it can further comprise of any shape of any sports helmets.
[0042]The backpack can be carried in hand, on back or even can be dragged
on wheels; all the comfortable features are imbedded in the backpack.
[0043]The embodiments described herein are examples of structures,
systems or methods having elements corresponding to the elements
of the invention recited in the claims. This written description may
enable those skilled in the art to make and use embodiments having
alternative elements that likewise correspond to the elements of the
invention recited in the claims.
[0044]The intended scope of the invention thus includes other
structures, systems or methods that do not differ from the literal
language of the claims, and further includes other structures,
systems or methods with insubstantial differences from the literal
language of the claims.
[0045]The backpack comprises of designs of sports helmets, the invention
may comprise any design of sports helmet and it is not restricted to any
specific sports. The front portion of the backpack will comprise of the front
portion of any sport helmets.
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[0046]The backpack of the present invention can be used by any person
interested in sports or not, the unique design of the backpack allows the
user to select his/ her own choice of helmet designed backpack.
[0047]The user of the backpack can carry it on back, carry in hand or can
even drag it as per his/ her requirements. The backpack is not restricted
only to use by youngster; it can be used by any age person. There will be
some Velcro at the top and center to allow some flexibility and keep the bag
upright or prevent it from drooping down. Also, an extra padding on the
shoulders for the kids' protection is provided.
[0048]The backpack comprises of provision for personal messages, team
messages, logos, advertising eic. the user can customize the front portion of
the backpack with his/ her choice of messages, advertisement, logos,
stickers of different sporting teams etc.
[0049]The backpack is capable of accommodating any type of articles be it
sports materials, food, books, apparels etc.
[0050]FIG. 9 illustrates the multiple ways the backpack can be used by the
user; it further shows the comfortable use of the invention by the user and
the design of the backpack relating to the design of sports helmet.
[0051]Due to all the unique features of this invention, there would be a glow
on the bag when in dark. This shall act as a dual safety feature, as it will
help in locating the bag while in dark, at the same time it will help a user
safely cross a road while carrying this bag in dark.
[0052]The decorations on the bag, for example any mask, are
interchangeable. Preferably a zipper will be added to have the masks on the
backpack interchangeable.
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[0053]The material used to construct/manufacture the bag is 600-Denier
fabric, which shall impart the bag with good strength. The plastic used is
ABS, i.e. Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) which is a common
thermoplastic. ABS is a terpolymer made by polymerizing styrene and
acrylonitrile in the presence of polybutadiene.
[0054]Further, the bag/backpack comprises provisions for a lunch bag
cooler added to lunch box, backpack and luggage.
[0055] Accordingly, the present invention provides a flexible, moldable and
decorable bag with various in-built accessories and security features, said
bag being able to carry, store and transport goods safely, said bag is
manufactured in various shapes and forms as per the requirements of the
user, said bag having at least one interior layer, at least one exterior
layer,
with spacing in the inner side of interior layer to carry, store and transport
goods, wherein said external layer is decorable, writable and editable so as
to
put advertisements, logos or any other design or decorative material on it,
wherein the inner space of said bag comprises one or plurality of
compartments, wherein the external layer of said bag also comprises means
to carry or hold or drag the bag easily when in use, the external layer also
comprises means to close the bag safely when carrying or storing or
transporting goods, wherein said security features provide additional safety
benefits for the users when said bag is in use.
[0056] In an embodiment, said means to carry or hold the bag include at
least a strap or a handle or wheels or any other such provision as defined
herein.
[0057] In another embodiment, said means to close the bag includes zipper
or buttons or stitching provisions or any other such provision as defined
herein.
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[0058]In yet another embodiment, said security features preferably
comprises LED lighting to improve visibility inside for the users and on
outside for others when in dark or in vicinity of any vehicle.
[0059]In yet another embodiment, said bag can be located even in dark due
to unique security features added.
[0060]In another embodiment, said decorations on the bag are removable
and/or reusable and said means to fix decorations on the bag may be
including but not limited to a zipper, reusable adhesives, buttons, threads or
any other such provision as defined herein.
[0061.]In yet another embodiment, said bag is made up of a material having
good fabric strength preferably above 500 Denier along with a lightweight
texture.
[0062]In yet another embodiment, said bag preferably comprises provisions
for a lunch bag cooler added to lunch box, backpack and luggage.
[0063]In another embodiment, said bag optionally includes one or plurality
of pockets on the external side of the bag.
[0064]In another embodiment, said bag optionally includes extra shoulder
padding for the kids to carry it easily and safely.
[0065]In another embodiment, said bag can be in any shape, including but
not limited to a backpack, a lunchbox, a sporting helmet, travelling case etc.
[0066]In another embodiment, said bag comprises provisions for including
but not limited to advertisements, messages, logos and stickers of sports
teams etc.
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[0067]In another embodiment, said bag is capable of accommodating
materials including but not limited to sport materials, books, apparel and
food etc.
[0068]In another embodiment, said bag is carried on back, held in hand or
pulled as per user's requirement.
[0069]In another embodiment, said bag is lightweight in nature and is easy
to carry by any user.
[0070]In another embodiment, said bag having means to carry with good
support material and lightweight in nature provides ergonomic support for
the back and neck of the user even after carrying it for longer duration
continuously.
[0071]In another embodiment, said bag is used as lunch box, backpack,
travel case and any other application as per the requirement and design.
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