Various embodiments of the present invention relate generally to organizational and optimal space utilization systems and associated methods.
In any physical space there is always a desire to maximize the utilization of that space and avoid unused or wasted space. Space-saving technologies continue to evolve and be implemented in new and unexpected ways, largely fueled by the demand to maximize space utilization and organization. Spaces that can benefit from these technologies include, but are not limited to, closets, garages, cabinets, refrigerators, or any other enclosed space. In addition to space saving, there is a continued demand for convenient organization solutions that place a desired object in an easy-to-access location. As such, convenient, organized, space optimizing technologies for these and other physical spaces will continue to be in high demand, thereby spurring innovation to meet the consumer's needs and desires.
Some example embodiments are therefore described that provide for suspending an item. Apparatuses for magnetically suspending an object within a space are provided with associated methods and systems. One example apparatus includes an apparatus for suspending an item includes a carrier including a chamber and a hook. The hook is configured to engage a rod of a shelf to removably secure the apparatus to the shelf. The magnet is disposed within the chamber. Additional example apparatuses, as well as systems and methods are also provided.
Having thus described various example embodiments of the invention in general terms, reference will now be made to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and wherein:
Some example embodiments of the present invention or inventions will now be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which some, but not all embodiments are shown. Indeed, the various example embodiments may take many different forms and the inventions should not be construed as being limited to the example embodiments set forth herein; rather, these example embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will satisfy applicable legal requirements. Like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout.
According to various example embodiments, an apparatus or device for suspending an item is provided. The apparatus may be removably secured to rods of a shelf (e.g., wire rods) in, for example, a pantry of a home. In this regard, according to some example embodiments, the apparatus may include hooks on two sides of the apparatus that are configured to engage with rods of a shelf to secure the apparatus to an underside of the shelf and facilitate the apparatus' ability to suspend an item. The apparatus may employ one or more magnets to attract and suspend an item having a ferrous materiel a component. According to some example embodiments, the item may be, for example, a steel can. The can may be suspended by the apparatus due to the magnet's attraction to the ferrous component of the can. The magnet or magnets may be formed to have a sufficient magnetic pull or force to suspend the weight of a can and its contents.
Many modifications and other example embodiments of the inventions set forth herein will come to mind to one skilled in the art to which these inventions pertain having the benefit of the teachings presented in the foregoing descriptions and the associated drawings. Therefore, it is to be understood that the inventions are not to be limited to the specific example embodiments disclosed and that modifications and other embodiments are intended to be included within the scope of this disclosure. Moreover, although the foregoing descriptions and the associated drawings describe example embodiments in the context of certain example combinations of elements and/or functions, it should be appreciated that different combinations of elements and/or functions may be provided by alternative embodiments without departing from the scope of this disclosure. In this regard, for example, different combinations of elements and/or functions than those explicitly described above are also contemplated as may be set forth in some of this disclosure. Although specific terms are employed herein, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/397,182 filed on Sep. 20, 2016, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.
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62397182 | Sep 2016 | US |