Patent Application
20200329854
The present invention relates to a key fob holder device. More specifically, the present invention provides a solution to the problem of conveniently storing a key fob, while also providing some level of protection to the key fob.
Motor vehicles, such as motorcycles and automobiles, are commonly utilized to allow motor vehicle operators to lock and unlock doors, start the ignition of the vehicle, and engage many other functions of the vehicle. These key fobs may be stored in a pocket or bag while operating the vehicle. This can be risky and potentially damaging to the key fob. For example, a key fob stored in a pocket or a bag could be scratched or otherwise damaged by items such as keys, coins, pens and the like. Particularly when considering motorcycles, there is a risk of the key fob falling out of the pocket of the operator and onto the road. If the key fob falls onto the road, it can be damaged by the fall, or can be run over by other vehicles.
Therefore, there is a defined need amongst the known prior art for a device that provides a safe and effective securement for a key fob. The device should have sufficient stability and strength to prevent the key fob from falling off of the vehicle operator.
In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known types of key fob securement devices and apparatuses now present in the prior art, the present invention provides a key fob holder device wherein the same can be utilized for providing convenience for the user when securing a key fob for a motor vehicle operator.
The present system comprises a housing. The housing defines an interior cavity. Furthermore, an opening is defined on the housing, such that access to the interior cavity is provided through said opening. A first strap extends outward from a first end of the housing. Additionally, a second strap extends outward from a second end of the housing, the second end of the housing defined on an opposing edge of the housing from the first end of the housing. A fastener is disposed on each of the first strap and the second strap. The fastener is configured to allow the key fob holder device to be movable between a closed position and an open position.
In a further embodiment, the key fob holder device includes a loop disposed on the rear face of the second strap, such that the key fob holder device can be secured to a belt of the motor vehicle operator.
In another embodiment, the key fob holder device includes a housing specifically dimensioned to receive a key fob in the interior cavity of the housing.
In yet a further embodiment, the key fob holder device includes a key chain ring disposed on a distal end of the second strap, such as to allow the motor vehicle operator to store keys thereon.
In yet another embodiment, the key fob holder device includes a plurality of flaps extending inward around the opening, over the interior cavity, such as to define space between the second strap and a key fob stored in the interior cavity.
In another embodiment, an indicium is disposed on the rear face of the housing, opposite the opening, such that the key fob holder device can be identified without placing the key fob holder device into an open position.
Although the characteristic features of this invention will be particularly pointed out in the claims, the invention itself and manner in which it may be made and used may be better understood after a review of the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein like numeral annotations are provided throughout.
Reference is made herein to the attached drawings. Like reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to depict like or similar elements of the key fob holder device. The figures are intended for representative purposes only and should not be considered to be limiting in any respect.
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A first strap 13 extends upward from a first end of the housing 11. The first strap 13 is configured to provide for the placement of a fastener 15 thereon. The fastener 15 is designed to correspond to the fastener 15 of a second strap 14 that extends downwardly from a second end of the housing 11. As illustrated, the first strap 13 and the second strap 14 are disposed on exactly opposing sides of the housing 11, such that the first strap 13 and the second strap 14 are parallel to each other. The fastener 15 is disposed on the front face of the first strap 13 and the front face of the second strap 14 such that the first strap 13 and the second strap 14 can be folded over each other to engage the fastener 15. The housing 11, the first strap 13 and the second strap 14 may be made of any suitable material for the desired purpose. In some embodiments, the housing 11, the first strap 13 and the second strap 14 are made of leather.
Because of the action of the fastener 15, the key fob holder device 10 is movable between an open position (as shown in
In the illustrated embodiment, the key fob holder device 10 further comprises a loop 16. As shown, the loop 16 is placed on the rear face of the second strap 14. As such the loop 16 can be engaged with a belt of a user (as shown in
Referring now to
In the illustrated embodiment, the second strap 14 comprises a key chain ring 18 disposed on a distal end thereof. The key chain ring 18 is configured to provide a secure location for keys or key chains on the key fob holder device 10. Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, the key chain ring 18 is disposed upon a clip 19. The clip 19 is secured to the distal end of the second strap 14 such that the key chain ring 18 is easily removable from the second strap 14 for the user.
Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, an indicium 21 may be inserted into the rear face of the housing 11. As such, when the key fob holder device 10 is placed in the closed position, the indicium 21 will be represented upon the external surface of the key fob holder device. As such, the owner or user of the key fob holder device 10 will be able to identify the contents of the internal cavity of the housing 11 without placing the key fob holder device 10 into the open position. This can be useful for individuals who have multiple key fob holder devices and need to differentiate between them.
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It is therefore submitted that the instant invention has been shown and described in various embodiments. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art. With respect to the above description then, it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relationships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.
Therefore, the foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention. Further, since numerous modifications and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/835,305 filed on Apr. 17, 2019. The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62835305 | Apr 2019 | US |
