Patent Application
20200107631
The present invention relates generally to a duffle bag system and methods of use. More specifically, the invention is related to a system and method for the use of an insulated duffle bag that has an expandable compartment and adjustable carrying strap system.
Systems and methods for duffle bags are well known in the art. At times, it is required to pack food and clothing items in a portable carrying case for travel, whether on foot, bus, car or airplane.
One of the problems commonly associated with process 101 is the limited use. For example, many duffle bags have only one main compartment and it is hard to locate important items when they have gotten lost in with the rest of the items carried in the duffle bag.
Additionally, a duffle bag system, by design, can only be carried effectively over the shoulder limiting the use of the arms and hands of a person using the bag. While the duffle bag system provide means of transporting items in the main compartment no customized of item specific accommodations are provided for.
Although great strides have been made in the area of duffle bag systems and methods of use, many shortcomings remain.
The novel features believed characteristic of the embodiments of the present application are set forth in the appended claims. However, the embodiments themselves, as well as a preferred mode of use, and further objectives and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:
While the system and method of use of the present application is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the drawings and are herein described in detail. It should be understood, however, that the description herein of specific embodiments is not intended to limit the invention to the particular embodiment disclosed, but on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present application as defined by the appended claims.
Illustrative embodiments of the system and method of use of the present application are provided below. It will of course be appreciated that in the development of any actual embodiment, numerous implementation-specific decisions will be made to achieve the developer's specific goals, such as compliance with system-related and business-related constraints, which will vary from one implementation to another. Moreover, it will be appreciated that such a development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routine undertaking for those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure.
The system and method of use in accordance with the present application overcomes one or more of the above-discussed problems commonly associated with conventional systems and methods of duffle bags. Specifically, the invention of the present application enables the carrying of a bag with or without the use of the hands of parson. In addition, the invention combines the functionality of the bag with items specific accommodations to improve the efficiency of thereof. Unique features of the system and method of use are discussed below and illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
The system and method of use will be understood, both as to its structure and operation, from the accompanying drawings, taken in conjunction with the accompanying description. Several embodiments of the system are presented herein. It should be understood that various components, parts, and features of the different embodiments may be combined together and/or interchanged with one another, all of which are within the scope of the present application, even though not all variations and particular embodiments are shown in the drawings. It should also be understood that the mixing and matching of features, elements, and/or functions between various embodiments is expressly contemplated herein so that one of ordinary skill in the art would appreciate from this disclosure that the features, elements, and/or functions of one embodiment may be incorporated into another embodiment as appropriate, unless described otherwise.
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In the contemplated embodiment, system 201 includes an expandable bottom compartment 207, a variety of storage pockets, and adjustable carrying straps 507, 509 to overcome the problems commonly associated with conventional duffle bags.
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In one embodiment, the maximum dimensions of the convertible backpack-duffle bag 201 could be 9 inches by 14 inches by 22 inches so as to comply with standard carry-on luggage restrictions. With the bottom expandable compartment unzipped, and fully expanding, the height of the convertible backpack-duffle bag may be up to 13 inches.
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The carry straps 501, 503 are designed specifically to be adjustable for functionality and individual height and length requirements and needs. Both sides of the carry straps 501, 503 are designed for comfort of a person's shoulder when the duffle bag is used as a backpack. The carry straps 501, 503 may be configured to have padding with a bottom portion of the strap having a slip-grip material.
This configuration of the carrying straps is advantageous because there are four individual attachments or adjustable straps 209-212 located at each of the four corners of the top side 227 of the convertible backpack-duffle bag system 201. Each corner or individual attachment is designed with its own buckle to release and shorten or elongate the shoulder straps to the desired comfort of the individual when is use as a backpack. The extra length of the adjustable straps is configured to be hidden within the interior of the main storage compartment and slide through an opening in the seam. Additionally, the design with the Velcro strap allows for the straps to configure for a single shoulder strap as use as a side-carried duffle bag.
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The particular embodiments disclosed above are illustrative only, as the embodiments may be modified and practiced in different but equivalent manners apparent to those skilled in the art having the benefit of the teachings herein. It is therefore evident that the particular embodiments disclosed above may be altered or modified, and all such variations are considered within the scope and spirit of the application. Accordingly, the protection sought herein is as set forth in the description. Although the present embodiments are shown above, they are not limited to just these embodiments, but are amenable to various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit thereof.
