Patent Application
20240415249
The present invention relates generally to the field of carrying bags. More specifically, the present invention relates to an expandable bag device that provides storage for a plurality of yoga equipment, wherein the device can be expanded by releasing fasteners of the body of the device. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices, and methods of manufacture.
Existing yoga bags often cannot accommodate extra thick and wider-sized yoga mats, making it difficult for users to transport their yoga equipment comfortably and securely. Furthermore, the issue extends beyond just yoga mats. Many yoga practitioners find that existing yoga bags do not offer sufficient space for other essential yoga accessories. For instance, items such as yoga blocks, a change of clothes, shoes, a towel, and personal items cannot be easily carried in the same bag due to limited space. This lack of storage capacity forces individuals to carry additional bags or leave some items behind, which can be inconvenient and detract from the overall yoga experience.
In addition to spatial limitations, the shoulder strap design on many yoga bags raises concerns regarding comfort and versatility. A significant number of these bags come with non-adjustable shoulder straps. This design oversight neglects the diverse needs of yoga practitioners, whose body types and carrying preferences vary widely. An adjustable strap is essential for ensuring that the bag can be carried comfortably for extended periods, whether walking, biking, or commuting to and from yoga sessions. The absence of this feature limits the bag's versatility and adaptability to different users, making it less appealing to a broader audience. Overall, the design and functionality of many current yoga mat bags do not fully meet the needs of yoga practitioners.
Therefore, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved yoga bag. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device that can be used to store yoga equipment. Further, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device that can be used to store yoga equipment wherein the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device that can be used to store yoga equipment wherein the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes and wherein the device can be carried in a plurality of adjustable orientations.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises an expandable bag device. The device is comprised of a bag-like body with an interior space with a capacity for items such as yoga mats. Additionally, the body features at least one mesh area for enhanced breathability and is expandable through the use of a zipper fastener that increases the storage capacity as needed. The device also offers at least one exterior pocket, which can be configured in multiple ways, including with elastic or non-elastic openings and expandable via mesh connectors for larger items. For carrying convenience, the device is equipped with at least one handle and a strap that can be adjusted in length, attached in different ways, and even divided into two for backpack-style wearing.
In this manner, the expandable bag device of the present invention accomplishes all the foregoing objectives and provides an improved yoga bag. More specifically, the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes due to the expandable nature of the device. In addition, the device can be carried in a plurality of adjustable orientations.
The following presents a simplified summary to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises an expandable bag device comprised of a bag-like body that can be used to store items such as, but not limited to, yoga-related items like yoga mats, yoga blocks, etc. The body may be any shape and size and is comprised of an interior space that provides a storage area for items such as, but not limited to, a yoga mat. The interior space can be closed via at least one fastener. In one embodiment, the body is expandable via releasing at least one fastener located around the diameter of the body that when unzipped allows the body to become larger to allow the interior space to hold more items.
The body may also be comprised of at least one exterior pocket of any size, shape, and configuration. In a further embodiment, the pocket may be comprised of a fastener that secures the opening. In one embodiment, the pocket is comprised of at least one fastener that when disengaged allows the pocket to expand in size using at least one mesh connector section.
The body may also be comprised of at least one carrying handle. In one embodiment, the handle allows the device to be carried like a duffel bag. In addition, the device is comprised of at least one strap. The strap is comprised of at least one adjustment fastener that allows the strap to increase or decrease in length. The strap can be worn as a cross-body strap in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the strap is comprised of a first half and a second half attached to one another via at least one attachment fastener. In this manner, the strap can be separated into two straps to allow the device to be worn similar to a backpack in an over-the-shoulder manner.
Accordingly, the expandable bag device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides an improved yoga bag. More specifically, the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes due to the expandable nature of the device. In addition, the device can be carried in a plurality of adjustable orientations. In this manner, the expandable bag device overcomes the limitations of existing yoga bags known in the art.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:
The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.
As noted above, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved yoga bag. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device that can be used to store yoga equipment. Further, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device that can be used to store yoga equipment wherein the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an expandable bag device that can be used to store yoga equipment wherein the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes and wherein the device can be carried in a plurality of adjustable orientations.
The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is comprised of an expandable bag device comprised of a bag-like body that can be used to store items such as, but not limited to, yoga-related items like yoga mats, yoga blocks, etc. The body may be any shape and size and is comprised of an interior space that provides a storage area for items such as, but not limited to, a yoga mat. The interior space can be closed via at least one fastener. In a further embodiment, the body is expandable via releasing at least one fastener located around the diameter of the body that when unzipped allows the body to become larger to allow the interior space to hold more items.
The body may also be comprised of at least one exterior pocket of any size, shape, and configuration. The pocket may be comprised of a fastener that secures the opening. The pocket may also be comprised of at least one fastener that when disengaged allows the pocket to expand in size using at least one mesh connector section.
The body may also be comprised of at least one carrying handle that allows the device to be carried like a duffel bag. In addition, the device is comprised of at least one strap. The strap is comprised of at least one adjustment fastener that allows the strap to increase or decrease in length. The strap can be worn as a cross-body strap in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the strap is comprised of a first half and a second half attached to one another via at least one attachment fastener. In this manner, the strap can be separated into two straps to allow the device to be worn similar to a backpack in an over-the-shoulder manner.
Accordingly, the expandable bag device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides an improved yoga bag. More specifically, the device can accommodate a wide range of yoga equipment of various sizes due to the expandable nature of the device. In addition, the device can be carried in a plurality of adjustable orientations. In this manner, the expandable bag device overcomes the limitations of existing yoga bags known in the art.
Referring initially to the drawings,
In one embodiment, the body 110 is expandable via releasing at least one fastener 118 located around the diameter of the body 110. The fastener 118 is preferably a zipper, wherein when unzipped the body 110 can become larger to allow the interior space 114 to hold more items 10, as seen in
The body 110 may also be comprised of at least one exterior pocket 130 of any size, shape, and configuration. In one embodiment, the pocket 130 is comprised of a pocket with an clastic opening 132. In another embodiment, the pocket 130 is comprised of a non-elastic opening 132. In a further embodiment, the pocket 130 may be comprised of a fastener 134 that secures the opening 132, wherein the fastener 134 may be, but is not limited to, a zipper, a snap button, a magnet, etc., as seen in
The body 110 may also be comprised of at least one carrying handle 120. The handle 120 may be any type and style of handle known in the art. In one embodiment, the handle 120 allows the device 100 to be carried like a duffel bag. In addition, the device 100 is comprised of at least one strap 140. In an embodiment wherein the device 100 is carried like a duffle bag, the strap 140 can be secured to the body 110 via at least one fastener 160 such as, but not limited to, a magnetic button, a snap button, a magnet, a hook and loop fastener, etc. The strap 140 is comprised of at least one adjustment fastener 142, such as, but not limited to, a sliding buckle, that allows the strap 140 to increase or decrease in length. The strap 140 may be fixedly attached to the body 110 at a first end of the strap 140 (or removably attached by at least one fastener 170 such as, but not limited to, a zipper, a clip, etc.,) and attached via at least one attachment fastener 146 at a second end of the strap 140. The attachment fastener 146 may include, but is not limited to, a buckle, a clip, a snap button, a magnet, a zipper, etc. The strap 140 may be any thickness and may be padded in one embodiment. The strap 140 may be attached or detachable from the body 110 at the first end of the strap.
The strap 140 can be worn as a cross-body strap in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the strap 140 is comprised of a first half 141 and a second half 143 attached to one another via at least one attachment fastener 144 such as, but not limited to, a buckle, a clip, a snap button, a magnet, a zipper, etc. In this manner, the strap 140 can be separated into two straps 141, 143 to allow the device 100 to be worn similar to a backpack in an over-the-shoulder manner, as seen in
Any fastener 116, 134, 144, 146 may be comprised of at least one pull cord 150 of any type/style.
Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein “expandable bag device” and “device” are interchangeable and refer to the expandable bag device 100 of the present invention.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the expandable bag device 100 of the present invention and its various components can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that they accomplish the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size, configuration, and material of the expandable bag device 100 as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the expandable bag device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the expandable bag device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the expandable bag device 100 may be of any size, shape, and/or configuration that ensures optimal performance during use and/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.
Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.
What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications, and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/507,838, which was filed on Jun. 13, 2023, and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
| Number | Date | Country | |
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| 63507838 | Jun 2023 | US |
