US20100065454A1 - Carrying Case - Google Patents

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US20100065454A1
US20100065454A1 US12/573,269 US57326909A US2010065454A1 US 20100065454 A1 US20100065454 A1 US 20100065454A1 US 57326909 A US57326909 A US 57326909A US 2010065454 A1 US2010065454 A1 US 2010065454A1
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  • the present invention relates to carrying cases for handheld apparatus and more specifically to carrying cases having an interconnected selectively adjustable and reversible stand to provide an apparatus for supporting or hanging the carrying case in a plurality of positions.
  • Handheld cases are used for any variety and number of purposes to protect electronic devices such as cameras, camcorders and other products from exposure to weather and other elements. These cases are also used to hold products such as flashlights, cell phones, global positioning systems (GPS), personal digital assistants (PDA's) portable radios and other similar handheld devices (herein collectively “electronic device”) These handheld cases are typically made of leather, nylon, or other fabrics which are resistant to wear yet provide protection from the elements. Certain cases also have the additional feature of providing a belt strap or other interconnection mechanism to attach the case to a user's belt or clothing. This feature prevents the case and associated electronic device from being inadvertently lost or stolen, yet allowing a user to have their hands free for other uses.
  • this type of case is a cell phone case manufactured and sold by McGuire-Nicholas which comprises a sheath or holster designed to receive the phone, and which is interconnected to a short, rigid metallic clip extending from the back of the sheath.
  • the clip can be used on a belt, the carrying apparatus and enclosed electronic device cannot be supported in a stable upright position on a flat object such as a desk top. Further, the metallic clip is incapable of being reversibly bent to either support or hang the carrying case in any number of positions.
  • none of the existing prior art storage cases provide a means for supporting or hanging an electronic device in a preferred position of use, while otherwise allowing the electronic device to be stored in a secure position adjacent a user's body.
  • a user For example, to access the key pad on a cellular phone or PDA, it is preferable to have the device supported in a secure upright position.
  • flashlights which can be utilized in a number of different ways if the beam of light can be oriented in a preferred direction. For example, when a user needs both hands to operate tools or other machinery, it is preferable to have some type of case which can be used to support or hang the flashlight, yet can also be secured adjacent a user's body during transportation.
  • a portable carrying case for an electronic apparatus with a built-in selectively adjustable stand which can be either supported on an object such as a table top or hung from an object.
  • these electronic apparatus may include but are not limited to cellular telephones, personal digital assistants (PDA's), radios, global positioning systems, (GPS), cameras, flashlights and other similar devices.
  • PDA's personal digital assistants
  • GPS global positioning systems
  • the invention is designed to provide a reversibly bendable support member interconnected to a sheath or holster such that the apparatus and/or the case can be used in a multiplicity of applications.
  • the carrying case in one embodiment is designed to hold a cellular telephone.
  • the selectively adjustable stand can be used to position the cellular phone in an upright position on a table or desk top for hands free operation. Further, the device can be used to hang the phone from an object such as a rear view mirror or cup-holder in an automobile.
  • the selectively adjustable stand may also be used as a belt clip for securing the case to one's belt or another article of clothing when not in use. Further, the case may be secured on a belt and tilted in a preferred orientation of use while removably interconnected to a user's belt or pocket.
  • a removably bendable support stand which may be bent in at least two distinct directions to allow the carrying case to either be supported on or hung from an object.
  • a bendable metallic material is provided for the support stand which is preferably covered with a fabric, plastic, rubber or other material.
  • an elastic cord is interconnected on a front surface of the sheath to accommodate this feature.
  • mesh fabric materials, hook and loop straps or other types of similar devices may be used for the same purpose.
  • This reflective lining may be chosen from metal foils or any other reflective fabrics to reflect a light source in a preferred direction.
  • the reflective inner lining is preferably used in conjunction with a flashlight to deflect light similar to a lantern.
  • the flashlight/carrying case may be adjusted using the selectively adjustable stand to deflect light off the flap inner lining to disburse the light over a greater area than a typical flashlight.
  • the sleeves are generally created by an elastic band sewn or otherwise attached to the carrying case body.
  • the elastic sleeves are typically sized for the batteries commonly used in the device for which the carrying case is designed to carry, although other types of accessory items commonly used with the electronic apparatus can also be conveniently stored on the case.
  • this feature enables a user to create an adjustable headband for holding the carrying case and associated flashlight on a user's head.
  • the support member and associated sheath and backing plate have sufficient rigidity to provide at least three distinct points of support, i.e. from a minimum of two corners on the sheath back support and one on the selectively adjustable support member.
  • at least four distinct points of support are provided, i.e., two from the corners of the sheath back support and two from the corners of the adjustable support stand corners to provide a stable, secure stand that will not easily tip over during use.
  • a support member with two distinct legs is provided which works in operable combination to support or suspend the carrying case and electronic apparatus.
  • a sheath and/or support member with a skid-resistant material such as rubber or soft plastic which in use is in direct contact with a table top or other planer object to impede slipping.
  • a rubber material is positioned along a lower edge of the support member, or sheath back support.
  • the selectively adjustable stand may be used as a tripod for a camera for which the case is designed. More specifically, the camera case can be selectively adjusted to support a camera, camcorder or other similar hand-held object in a stable, preferred position wherein a remote control or timing device can be used to operate the camera in a “hands-off” mode.
  • the selectively adjustable support stand can be removed and stored in a sleeve, pocket, or other similar storage area integral to the case.
  • the sewn and stitched type sheath provides flexibility for different sized electronic devices, and is cost effective to manufacture.
  • a one-piece bendable, metallic support member is provided, and which extends along substantially the entire rear portion of the sheath.
  • the one-piece bendable metallic support stand has a sufficient length to comprise both a back support for the sheath and the selectively adjustable support member, and being bendable in a position substantially midway between a first end and a second end.
  • dual support legs which operate in substantial unison may be provided with the sheath to provide a case with sufficient support to be oriented in an upright position.
  • the support member include a snap, button or other similar securement device which allows the support member to be removably interconnected to the sheath to allow the carrying case to be secured to a belt or other object.
  • the device may be secured with the use of one hand, such as with a snap on hook and loop material.
  • a case adapted for protecting an apparatus and providing a selectively adjustable support stand which comprises:
  • a case body comprising a back support and a sheath for defining an interior space to receive the apparatus, said sheath comprising an upper end, a lower end and opposing lateral edges positioned therebetween;
  • a support member having a free end, a connecting end and opposing lateral edges positioned therebetween, said support member being reversibly bendable along substantially an entire length and interconnected on said connecting end to said sheath, wherein said support member can be maintained closely adjacent to said sheath or selectively bent to either support or hang said carrying case in a plurality of positions.
  • FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of the present invention
  • FIG. 3 is the rear elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 ;
  • FIG. 5 is a right elevation view of the embodiment depicted in FIG. 1 with a flashlight held in a vertical position of use;
  • FIG. 6 is a right elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 1 , wherein a flashlight is held in an angled position;
  • FIG. 7 is a side elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 1 , wherein the selectively adjustable stand is formed to provide a handgrip;
  • FIG. 8 is a right elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 1 , with a portion of a reflective flap used to provide a lantern;
  • FIG. 9 is a top plan view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 ;
  • FIG. 10 is a front perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 10 a is a front elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 10 ;
  • FIG. 11 is a front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 10 shown with a flap extended upwardly to identify various pockets;
  • FIG. 12 is a left elevation view of FIG. 10 ;
  • FIG. 13 is a front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 10 with an incorporated shoulder strap
  • FIG. 14 is a front perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention used to hold a portable camera
  • FIG. 15 is a right elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 14 with a camera positioned on top of the case;
  • FIG. 16 is a front perspective view of the an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 17 is a front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 16 in an open position
  • FIG. 18 is a front perspective view of the portable support stand used to hold a camera as shown in a position of use;
  • FIG. 19 is a side view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 18 , in application with a camera positioned on top of the support stand;
  • FIG. 20 is a securing screw for use in the embodiment shown in FIG. 15 ;
  • FIG. 21 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of the present invention shown with an elastic cord element
  • FIG. 22 is a top plan view of the embodiment of FIG. 21 and shown in application as a headband;
  • FIG. 23 is a front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 22 in use as a headband;
  • FIG. 24 is a front perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention designed to hold a cell phone
  • FIG. 25 is a right elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 24 with an elastic cord shown in a stored position;
  • FIG. 26 is a right elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 25 with the support stand shown hung over an object;
  • FIG. 27 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of the present invention designed to hold a 2-way radio
  • FIG. 28 is a left front perspective view of the invention of FIG. 27 ;
  • FIG. 29 is a rear perspective view of the invention of FIG. 27 ;
  • FIG. 30 is a left perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 27 shown hung over an object;
  • FIG. 31 is a front view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention and designed to hold a cellular phone
  • FIG. 32 is a left front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 31 ;
  • FIG. 33 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 31 ;
  • FIG. 34 is left perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 31 and shown in a hung position of use;
  • FIG. 35 is a front perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention, designed and used to hold a personal digital assistant;
  • FIG. 36 is a left front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 35 with the flap down;
  • FIG. 37 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 35 ;
  • FIG. 38 is a front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 35 and shown hung from an object;
  • FIG. 39 is a front perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention which is designed to hold a global positioning system
  • FIG. 40 is a left front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 39 ;
  • FIG. 41 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 39 ;
  • FIG. 42 is a front elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 39 , and shown hung from an object;
  • FIG. 43 is a front elevation view of the present invention in use in combination with an electronic apparatus.
  • FIG. 44 is a right front perspective view of the invention shown in FIG. 43 with the selectively adjustable support member removed from a user's belt.
  • FIG. 1 shows one embodiment of the present invention.
  • the invention comprises a case body 30 with a back support 32 and a sheath 34 interconnected to the back support 32 .
  • the back support 32 typically has a lower end 36 and an upper end 38 which provides rigidity and support to the sheath 34 .
  • a sheath 34 may be provided without the back support 32 .
  • One distinct and novel feature of the present invention is the selectively adjustable support member 40 , which generally has a free end 42 and a connection end 44 .
  • the adjustable support member 40 is interconnected to an upper portion of the back support 38 in a manner which allows the support member to be rotated about a point of interconnection with an upper portion of the back-support 38 or sheath 34 .
  • the adjustable support member 40 is bendable and positionable so as to allow selective adjustment and orientation of the carrying case to a desired position of use or storage.
  • the adjustable support member 40 is hingedly interconnected to the back support upper end 38 .
  • the adjustable support member 40 is bendable in at least a first direction and a second direction, and has the ability to repeatedly be bent and configured in a plurality of positions without damaging the bendable material associated with the adjustable support member 40 .
  • the adjustable support member 40 be flexible enough to be repositioned to another desired position or to its original position, i.e., reversibly bendable. Additionally, it is preferable that the adjustable support member 40 be reversibly bendable along at least substantially its entire length.
  • the adjustable support member 40 has a sufficient length to extend substantially along an entire length of the sheath 34 , and thus serves the dual role of being both a back support 32 and a selectively adjustable support member 40 .
  • the selectively adjustable support member 40 is used in conjunction with a sewn and stitched, durable fabric material which provides some flexibility to hold different types of apparatus in the same case in a cost effective manner.
  • the sheath 34 may be constructed with elastic panels which interconnect the back support 32 to a front panel of the sheath 34 . Further, in some embodiments which store electronic devices, it is preferable to have some form of aperture or opening on a lower end of the sheath 34 to allow the removable interconnection of attachment devices such as headphones, etc.
  • the adjustable support member 40 may be bent to either provide a support for a substantially flat object such as a desk top, or be used to hang the case and associated electronic apparatus from an object such as a vehicle rear view mirror or other object.
  • FIG. 1 Also shown in FIG. 1 is a plurality of storage sleeves 46 .
  • two storage sleeves 46 are attached to the sheath 34 .
  • Each storage sleeve 46 is essentially a piece of elastic fabric folded to form a tube and sewn to or otherwise attached to the case body 30 .
  • the embodiment of FIG. 1 further includes a sheath cover 48 for securing the apparatus within the case body 30 .
  • the sheath cover 48 has a flap end 50 and a secured end 52 .
  • the secured end 52 is attached to the back support head end 38 and can be selectively secured to the case body 30 by cover securement means 54 .
  • the cover securement means 54 may be hook and loop closure, snap, button or other equivalent device for selective securement.
  • the sheath cover 48 may be sized to accommodate selective insertion and removal of a writing instrument 55 , such as a pencil, into the sheath 34 beside the carrying case's intended electronic device without displacement of the sheath cover.
  • FIGS. 2-4 represent the front elevation, rear elevation and right elevation views of the embodiment of FIG. 1 .
  • FIG. 4 is a partially exploded view which provides more detail regarding the adjustable support member 40 and the construction thereof.
  • FIG. 3 depicts the selectively adjustable support member 40 with an interconnection mechanism 60 for securing the adjustable support member 40 to the back support 32 .
  • This interconnection mechanism 60 may be any securement means such as a snap, hook and loop closure, such as VELCRO®, or other equivalent device that allows the adjustable support to be maintained in a proximal relation to the case to minimize the area required to store the case 30 . More specifically, the snap or other similar device is typically used to secure the adjustable support member 40 and associated case body 30 to a user's belt or other similar device.
  • FIG. 3 also depicts a flashlight bulb holder 62 .
  • the bulb holder 62 is typically fabricated in the same manner as the other storage sleeves 46 . However, in this embodiment the bulb holder 62 is attached horizontally between the seam of the sheath cover secured end 52 and the back support head end 38 .
  • the bulb holder may be used, among other things, to store a replacement bulb for a flashlight for which the carrying case is designed.
  • FIG. 4 depicts a right elevation view of the embodiment of the present invention shown in FIG. 1 .
  • FIG. 4 shows in a partially exploded view and one possible method of forming the selectively adjustable support member 40 .
  • the bendable support member 40 is housed within one side by the inner support lining 66 and the inner fabric cover 70 and on the other side by the outer support lining 68 and the outer fabric covering 72 .
  • the bendable support member 40 may be formed from any formable material, for example sheet metal, bendable plastics and other similar materials.
  • the support linings 66 and 68 protect the fabric coverings 70 and 72 , respectively, from wear and abrasion by the bendable support member 40 .
  • the fabric coverings 70 and 72 are secured together by a support edge covering 74 .
  • the support edge covering 74 also provides a method of securement by stitching, adhesive or other similar method.
  • the support member 40 may have a generally rectangular, square, or triangular shape, or may be comprised of two legs (as opposed to one) working in operable combination to provide a stable support mechanism capable of supporting or hanging the sheath 34 .
  • the adjustable support member be biased to extend outwardly when pressure is applied to a lower portion of the sheath 30 , back support lower end 36 , or a lower portion of the support member 40 .
  • the selectively adjustable support member 40 can be automatically extended upon setting the case body 30 on a surface (not shown). Further, anti-skid materials such as rubber may be placed on a lower portion of the adjustable support member 40 , lower portion of the back support 32 , or lower portion of the sheath 34 to inhibit the device from sliding while positioned on a table top or other similar surface.
  • a reflective lining 56 is provided on an interior surface of the sheath cover 48 .
  • This reflective lining 52 causes the sheath cover 48 to deflect light when used in combination with a flashlight.
  • the reflective material is generally comprised of a reflective surface such as aluminum foil, tin foil and other well known materials which may be sewn, stitched or otherwise interconnected to the interior flap surface.
  • FIG. 1 further shows an additional embodiment of the present invention used in combination with the reflective lining 52 , and which includes an eyelet 58 .
  • the eyelet 58 can be used in conjunction with a flashlight in the carrying case 30 and the reflective lining 56 to create a type of signal mirror, for example, to be used to signal help.
  • the user may look through the eyelet 58 in the direction of the light reflected by the reflective lining 56 to verify the reflection is directed as desired.
  • the user may also line up a target person to receive a signal with the eyelet 56 and prevent unwanted persons or animals from viewing the signal.
  • FIGS. 5-8 shows the present invention in use with a typical handheld flashlight.
  • the selectively adjustable support member 40 is positioned relative to the case body 30 in one of a plurality of possible positions to direct a beam of light in a preferred direction.
  • FIG. 7 shows a side view of the alternative use of the embodiment of the present invention.
  • the adjustable support member 40 is formed so as to fit the hand of the user of the case body 30 such that the user's hand may hold the adjustable support member 40 while keeping the other hand free to hold another device such as a baton or other weapon in the use of law enforcement.
  • FIG. 8 shows a side view of yet another application of the embodiment of the present invention shown in FIG. 1 .
  • the selectively adjustable support member 40 is positioned such that the case body in conjunction with a flashlight is held in a vertical position.
  • the reflective lining 56 of the sheath cover 48 is placed above the flashlight such that the flashlight can be used as a lantern by disbursing and defracting light over a greater area.
  • FIG. 9 is a top plan view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 , and identifying in greater detail some of the features discussed above.
  • an elastic fabric 76 is generally cut to a desired length and folded to form the storage sleeves 46 secured by a tube seam.
  • the elastic fabric 76 has a constraining member along one of the lateral sides of the elastic fabric 76 .
  • the constraining member provides for one end of the storage sleeves 46 to remain at some desired size such that unwanted slippage of a battery or other accessory device does not occur through that respective end of the storage sleeve 46 .
  • the constraining member may be a thread, a cord, a wire, a staple or any other like material inserted in the elastic fabric 76 to limit the stretching along at least a portion of the material.
  • FIG. 10 depicts another embodiment of the present invention wherein the case body 30 is designed to hold a cellular telephone 86 .
  • this embodiment generally comprises a sheath 34 designed to fit a particular apparatus.
  • the sheath 34 may be interconnected to a back support 32 with a sufficiently wide lower end 36 to provide stability and inhibit the case body 30 and enclosed electronic apparatus from inadvertently tipping.
  • the case body 30 and interconnected selectively adjustable support member 40 have at least three distinct points of contact to provide a stable, non tipping base.
  • the adjustable support member 40 has at least one distinct point of contact while the lower end of the back support 32 has a point of contact on each corner.
  • the adjustable support member 40 is wide enough to provide two distinct points of contact, i.e., one on each corner.
  • FIG. 10 shows an alternative embodiment of the present invention whereby the sheath cover 48 may include a logo 88 or other distinctive design to allow the user to show support for a company, corporation or particular sports team.
  • FIG. 11 shows the embodiment of the present invention as in FIG. 10 without the cellular phone in the sheath 34 .
  • alternative embodiments of the invention such as a business card pocket 90 formed on the outside of the sheath 34 , and a money pocket 92 formed between the sheath 34 and the back support 32 .
  • These alternative embodiments allow the user to employ the case for additional purposes beyond merely storing a cellular telephone.
  • the money pocket 92 and the business card pocket 90 may be used in applications other than what their names would imply.
  • the business card pocket 90 could easily store a thin calculator.
  • the money pocket 92 could be just as easily house credit cards, or similar items.
  • FIG. 11 shows, the case may suffice as an all purpose wallet or purse such that the user need not carry any additional personal items.
  • FIG. 12 is a left elevation view of the embodiment invention shown in FIG. 11 with the sheath cover 48 in a closed position and containing a cellular telephone.
  • FIG. 11 further shows how a flashlight 96 or other electronic device may be stored in a desired location in one of the storage sleeves 46 immediately adjacent the cellular telephone.
  • FIG. 13 depicts an alternative embodiment of the present invention shown in FIG. 12 , wherein a shoulder strap 98 is secured between the adjustable support member 40 and the back support 32 by the interconnection mechanism 60 .
  • the case 30 may be carried with the shoulder strap 98 over the user's shoulder, much like a purse.
  • the strap could be wrapped around an object to secure the case 30 in a desired position.
  • the shoulder strap may comprise an elastic cord or other similar type of stretchable material.
  • non-stretching materials such as leather may be used.
  • FIG. 14 shows an alternative embodiment of the present invention for use with a camera.
  • a camera mounting surface 100 is formed by the sheath cover 48 .
  • the camera mounting surface 100 preferably contains a mounting screw aperture 102 for selectively mounting a camera to the sheath cover 48 and thus the case body 30 .
  • the present invention may be used as a camera stand by positioning the selectively adjustable support member 40 in a desired orientation.
  • the camera mounting surface 100 may additionally include a plate (not shown) attached to the sheath cover 48 to provide a more rigid surface for resting a camera.
  • FIG. 15 is a side elevation view of the embodiment of the present invention showing FIG. 14 in application.
  • the camera 106 for which the case is sized is nested upon the carrying case body 30 for hands free use.
  • the camera may be secured to the sheath cover 48 and the associated camera mounting surface 100 by means of a mounting screw 104 .
  • FIG. 20 shows a possible embodiment of the mounting screw 104 in greater detail.
  • the mounting screw 104 has opposing sides with two distinct sized threads.
  • the mounting screw minor thread 108 is sized to properly insert into the base of the most common sized small screw receiving cameras.
  • the size of the mounting screw major thread 110 is selected to fit the most common sized large screw receiving cameras, and thus has multiple uses.
  • FIG. 16 shows yet another embodiment of the present invention.
  • the case body 112 is hingedly connected to a case cover 114 .
  • the case cover 114 may be selectively secured to the case body 112 by the case cover securement means 118 , which may include a snap, button, hook and loop material or the like.
  • the embodiment of FIG. 16 is shown with a carrying strap 116 .
  • the carrying strap 116 is generally secured to the lateral edges of the case body.
  • the adjustable support 120 are removably attached to the inside surface of the case cover 114 by Velcro® or other attachment means.
  • FIG. 17 the embodiment of the present shown in FIG. 16 is shown in the open position.
  • This case body 112 could be used to carry a camera and other ancillary equipment such as a telephoto lens.
  • FIG. 18 shows the removably attached supports 120 from the inside of the case cover 114 in application.
  • the formable supports 120 can be positioned to form a camera stand by using two adjustable supports 120 in tandem. Both adjustable supports 120 preferably have a central screw aperture 122 such that when the screw hole apertures 122 are aligned the two adjustable supports 120 form a mounting platform 124 .
  • FIG. 19 shows the mounting platform 124 of FIG. 23 in application as a camera stand.
  • the mounting screw 104 is inserted through the screw aperture 122 into the camera to provide a secure position.
  • the free ends of the support members may be positioned to properly orient the camera as desired by the user.
  • the present invention may also include an elastic cord element 126 on the case body 30 of the present invention which is adapted for use with a flashlight.
  • the two opposing ends of the elastic cord element 126 are attached to the case body 30 at the base end 36 of the back support 32 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may thus be used to form a loop with the base end 36 of the back support 32 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may be used to maintain the position of the selectively adjustable support member 40 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may also be used in tandem with the adjustable support member 40 to maintain the case body 30 at some position relative to another object.
  • the sheath cover 48 may also be placed behind the item in the sheath 34 to prevent interference, e.g., to prevent the sheath cover 48 from blocking a portion of the light beam from a flashlight in the sheath 34 .
  • a central portion of the elastic cord element 126 may be looped around the adjustable support member 40 to maintain its relative connection. Additionally, a portion of the adjustable support member 40 may be bent on one end to further facilitate the connection. With reference to FIG. 21 , the elastic cord element 126 may be placed in a stored position when not in use. One possible storage position of the elastic cord element 126 is created by forming a loop in a central portion of the elastic cord element 126 and placing it over the adjustable support free end 42 and moving the loop to the adjustable support free end 44 .
  • FIGS. 22-23 one possible use of the present invention with an elastic cord element 126 is shown.
  • FIG. 22 the adaptation of the present invention with the elastic cord element 126 for use as a head band is shown in a top plan view.
  • the present invention in this drawing is shown for encasing a flashlight.
  • the adjustable support free end 42 may be bent to form a hook 128 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may then be placed over the hook 128 and the head of a user may be placed within the band created by the case body 30 , the adjustable support member 40 , and the elastic cord element 126 .
  • FIG. 23 shows the embodiment of FIG. 30 shown in front plan view.
  • the case body 30 may then be positioned to direct the light beam of the flashlight to user's line of sight, thus allowing for hands-free use of the flashlight.
  • an elastic cord element 126 may be provided on the case to assist in maintaining an object on an exterior portion of the sheath 34 .
  • an elastic cord element 126 may be attached to opposite lateral sides of the back support 32 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may be attached to a portion of the sheath 34 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 is attached to the opposing lateral sides of the back support 32 closer to the lower end 36 than the upper end 38 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may be wrapped around the case body 30 a plurality of times to sufficiently hold the stored device, e.g., a cellular telephone 86 , to the exterior of the case body 30 . If a shorter elastic cord element 126 is used, the elastic cord element 126 may be used to hold the stored device to the exterior of the case body 30 simply by moving the elastic cord element 126 to the front of the case body 30 and inserting the stored device therein. As shown in FIG. 24 , the elastic cord element 126 may also be used with the stored electronic device in the sheath 34 to more securely hold the stored device in place.
  • FIG. 25 the embodiment of FIG. 24 is shown in a right elevation view.
  • the elastic cord element 126 is placed in a position of storage around the back support 32 of the case body 30 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 is placed out of the way to prevent undesired snagging of the elastic cord element 126 on foreign bodies or other interferences.
  • the elastic cord element 126 may be maintained in this position with or without the back support 32 secured to the case body 30 by interconnection mechanism 60 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 is used to secure an object, e.g., a cellular telephone 86 , normally stored within the sheath 34 to the exterior of the case body 30 .
  • the elastic cord element 126 may also be used to store an additional object, e.g., a note pad or other device, to the exterior of the case body 30 with or without the normally stored object within the sheath 34 .
  • FIG. 35 shows how the selectively adjustable support member 40 , because it is reversibly bendable along at least substantially its entire length, may be bent in a plurality of directions to accommodate the necessary usage.
  • the selectively adjustable support member 40 is bent to form a hook such that the case body 30 may be supported by an object B. Once the hooking of the case body 30 is no longer required, the selectively adjustable support member 40 may be bent back to its original shape and placed once again in a storage position or bent to form another desired orientation.
  • FIGS. 27-30 numerous depictions of one embodiment of the present invention is provided herein. More specifically, a case for a two-way radio is shown. Likewise, FIGS. 31-34 are drawings of a case for a cell phone, FIGS. 35-38 are drawings of a case for a PDA, and FIGS. 39-42 are drawings depicting a case for a GPS.
  • FIGS. 43-44 one additional aspect of the present invention is provided herein. More specifically, a case designed to hold a PDA or other electronic device is provided, and as shown interconnected to a user's belt in FIG. 43 . As depicted, the selectively adjustable support member 40 may be positioned behind a user's belt, while the interconnected back support member 40 and sheath 34 are oriented upwardly in a position which allows the PDA to be used in any number of desired configurations which are convenient for the user.
  • FIG. 44 is a front perspective view of the carrying case and associated PDA shown in FIG.
  • FIGS. 43-44 can be used to carry any type of electronic or non-electronic devices.

Abstract

This invention relates to a portable case adapted for holding handheld devices such as phones, cameras, camcorders, radios and other products as well as non-electronic devices such as flashlights. The case is supported by a selectively bendable stand which may be altered in any variety of positions to provide a support for the case and associated electronic equipment. The case may also include an elastic cord element to removably interconnect the electronic device on an exterior surface of the case during use.

Description

  • This application is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/758,473, filed Jun. 5, 2007, which is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/839,601, filed May 4, 2004, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,270,255, which is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/902,510, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,729,518, filed Jul. 9, 2001, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. Nos. 60/216,977 and 60/241,631, filed Jul. 7, 2000 and Oct. 19, 2000, respectively, and is a Continuation-In-Part of U.S. Design patent application Ser. No. 29/137,521, now U.S. Design Pat. D453,417, filed Feb. 21, 2001, each application or issued patent incorporated by reference in their entirety herein.
  • FIELD OF THE INVENTION
  • The present invention relates to carrying cases for handheld apparatus and more specifically to carrying cases having an interconnected selectively adjustable and reversible stand to provide an apparatus for supporting or hanging the carrying case in a plurality of positions.
  • BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • Handheld cases are used for any variety and number of purposes to protect electronic devices such as cameras, camcorders and other products from exposure to weather and other elements. These cases are also used to hold products such as flashlights, cell phones, global positioning systems (GPS), personal digital assistants (PDA's) portable radios and other similar handheld devices (herein collectively “electronic device”) These handheld cases are typically made of leather, nylon, or other fabrics which are resistant to wear yet provide protection from the elements. Certain cases also have the additional feature of providing a belt strap or other interconnection mechanism to attach the case to a user's belt or clothing. This feature prevents the case and associated electronic device from being inadvertently lost or stolen, yet allowing a user to have their hands free for other uses. One example of this type of case is a cell phone case manufactured and sold by McGuire-Nicholas which comprises a sheath or holster designed to receive the phone, and which is interconnected to a short, rigid metallic clip extending from the back of the sheath. Although the clip can be used on a belt, the carrying apparatus and enclosed electronic device cannot be supported in a stable upright position on a flat object such as a desk top. Further, the metallic clip is incapable of being reversibly bent to either support or hang the carrying case in any number of positions.
  • Another type of holder especially designed for a flashlight is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,206,542 for a “Flashlight Support Device”. This device allows a flashlight to be positioned in one of numerous different positions with four independently operated legs, yet is incapable of holding and securing other electronic devices within the rigid plastic sleeve. Further, the lower end of the plastic sleeve does not independently provide a stable base to secure an apparatus in a stable, upright position, nor provide a means for securing an electronic device to an exterior surface of the sleeve.
  • Thus, none of the existing prior art storage cases provide a means for supporting or hanging an electronic device in a preferred position of use, while otherwise allowing the electronic device to be stored in a secure position adjacent a user's body. For example, to access the key pad on a cellular phone or PDA, it is preferable to have the device supported in a secure upright position. A further problem exists with flashlights which can be utilized in a number of different ways if the beam of light can be oriented in a preferred direction. For example, when a user needs both hands to operate tools or other machinery, it is preferable to have some type of case which can be used to support or hang the flashlight, yet can also be secured adjacent a user's body during transportation.
  • Thus, a need exists for a carrying case which has a selectively adjustable support stand which allows the case to be oriented and positioned in a firm upright position or hung from an object to orient an electronic device in a preferred position of use. Additionally, a need exists for the support stand to be reversibly bendable in such a degree that it can be alternatively used as a belt clip or a support device with a plurality of positions of use.
  • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • It is thus one aspect of the present invention to provide a portable carrying case for an electronic apparatus with a built-in selectively adjustable stand which can be either supported on an object such as a table top or hung from an object. As previously stated, these electronic apparatus may include but are not limited to cellular telephones, personal digital assistants (PDA's), radios, global positioning systems, (GPS), cameras, flashlights and other similar devices. The invention is designed to provide a reversibly bendable support member interconnected to a sheath or holster such that the apparatus and/or the case can be used in a multiplicity of applications. For example, the carrying case in one embodiment is designed to hold a cellular telephone. The selectively adjustable stand can be used to position the cellular phone in an upright position on a table or desk top for hands free operation. Further, the device can be used to hang the phone from an object such as a rear view mirror or cup-holder in an automobile. The selectively adjustable stand may also be used as a belt clip for securing the case to one's belt or another article of clothing when not in use. Further, the case may be secured on a belt and tilted in a preferred orientation of use while removably interconnected to a user's belt or pocket.
  • In one aspect of the present invention, a removably bendable support stand is provided which may be bent in at least two distinct directions to allow the carrying case to either be supported on or hung from an object. In one embodiment of the present invention a bendable metallic material is provided for the support stand which is preferably covered with a fabric, plastic, rubber or other material.
  • It is another aspect of the present invention to provide a means for supporting the electronic apparatus on the exterior of the carrying case to allow use while exposing keypads, buttons, speakers and other gadgetry associated with the electronic device. In one embodiment of the present invention, an elastic cord is interconnected on a front surface of the sheath to accommodate this feature. Alternatively, mesh fabric materials, hook and loop straps or other types of similar devices may be used for the same purpose.
  • It is another aspect of the present invention to provide a carrying case with a reflective flap cover, wherein the interior surface of the flap has a reflective lining. This reflective lining may be chosen from metal foils or any other reflective fabrics to reflect a light source in a preferred direction. The reflective inner lining is preferably used in conjunction with a flashlight to deflect light similar to a lantern. Thus, the flashlight/carrying case may be adjusted using the selectively adjustable stand to deflect light off the flap inner lining to disburse the light over a greater area than a typical flashlight.
  • It is yet a further aspect of the present invention to provide one or more sleeves interconnected to the case for storing batteries or other auxiliary devices. The sleeves are generally created by an elastic band sewn or otherwise attached to the carrying case body. The elastic sleeves are typically sized for the batteries commonly used in the device for which the carrying case is designed to carry, although other types of accessory items commonly used with the electronic apparatus can also be conveniently stored on the case.
  • It is yet another aspect of the present invention to provide a secondary elastic band or other similar apparatus which is interconnected to the support stand, sheath, or both and which enables the carrying case to be attached to a secondary object. In the example of the flashlight carrying case, this feature enables a user to create an adjustable headband for holding the carrying case and associated flashlight on a user's head.
  • It is a further aspect of the present invention that the support member and associated sheath and backing plate have sufficient rigidity to provide at least three distinct points of support, i.e. from a minimum of two corners on the sheath back support and one on the selectively adjustable support member. Preferably, at least four distinct points of support are provided, i.e., two from the corners of the sheath back support and two from the corners of the adjustable support stand corners to provide a stable, secure stand that will not easily tip over during use. Alternatively, in one embodiment of the present invention a support member with two distinct legs is provided which works in operable combination to support or suspend the carrying case and electronic apparatus.
  • It is a further aspect of the present invention to provide a sheath and/or support member with a skid-resistant material such as rubber or soft plastic which in use is in direct contact with a table top or other planer object to impede slipping. Thus, in one embodiment of the present invention a rubber material is positioned along a lower edge of the support member, or sheath back support.
  • It is another aspect of the present invention to provide a removable support stand in combination with a carrying case for use with cameras and other similar devices wherein the selectively adjustable stand may be used as a tripod for a camera for which the case is designed. More specifically, the camera case can be selectively adjusted to support a camera, camcorder or other similar hand-held object in a stable, preferred position wherein a remote control or timing device can be used to operate the camera in a “hands-off” mode. When not in use, the selectively adjustable support stand can be removed and stored in a sleeve, pocket, or other similar storage area integral to the case.
  • It is yet another aspect of the present invention to provide a flexible sheath made of a sewn and stitched material with a rigid backing sheet to provide sufficient support for the apparatus while positioned upright on a planar object such as a table or desk top. As opposed to rigid plastic cases, the sewn and stitched type sheath provides flexibility for different sized electronic devices, and is cost effective to manufacture.
  • In one embodiment of the present invention, a one-piece bendable, metallic support member is provided, and which extends along substantially the entire rear portion of the sheath. Preferably, the one-piece bendable metallic support stand has a sufficient length to comprise both a back support for the sheath and the selectively adjustable support member, and being bendable in a position substantially midway between a first end and a second end. Alternatively, dual support legs which operate in substantial unison may be provided with the sheath to provide a case with sufficient support to be oriented in an upright position.
  • It is a further aspect of the present invention that the support member include a snap, button or other similar securement device which allows the support member to be removably interconnected to the sheath to allow the carrying case to be secured to a belt or other object. Preferably, the device may be secured with the use of one hand, such as with a snap on hook and loop material.
  • Thus, in one aspect of the present invention, a case adapted for protecting an apparatus and providing a selectively adjustable support stand is provided, which comprises:
  • a case body comprising a back support and a sheath for defining an interior space to receive the apparatus, said sheath comprising an upper end, a lower end and opposing lateral edges positioned therebetween;
  • a support member having a free end, a connecting end and opposing lateral edges positioned therebetween, said support member being reversibly bendable along substantially an entire length and interconnected on said connecting end to said sheath, wherein said support member can be maintained closely adjacent to said sheath or selectively bent to either support or hang said carrying case in a plurality of positions.
  • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of the present invention;
  • FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 3 is the rear elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 4 is a right elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 5 is a right elevation view of the embodiment depicted in FIG. 1 with a flashlight held in a vertical position of use;
  • FIG. 6 is a right elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 1, wherein a flashlight is held in an angled position;
  • FIG. 7 is a side elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 1, wherein the selectively adjustable stand is formed to provide a handgrip;
  • FIG. 8 is a right elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 1, with a portion of a reflective flap used to provide a lantern;
  • FIG. 9 is a top plan view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 10 is a front perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention;
  • FIG. 10 a is a front elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 10;
  • FIG. 11 is a front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 10 shown with a flap extended upwardly to identify various pockets;
  • FIG. 12 is a left elevation view of FIG. 10;
  • FIG. 13 is a front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 10 with an incorporated shoulder strap;
  • FIG. 14 is a front perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention used to hold a portable camera;
  • FIG. 15 is a right elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 14 with a camera positioned on top of the case;
  • FIG. 16 is a front perspective view of the an alternative embodiment of the present invention;
  • FIG. 17 is a front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 16 in an open position;
  • FIG. 18 is a front perspective view of the portable support stand used to hold a camera as shown in a position of use;
  • FIG. 19 is a side view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 18, in application with a camera positioned on top of the support stand;
  • FIG. 20 is a securing screw for use in the embodiment shown in FIG. 15;
  • FIG. 21 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of the present invention shown with an elastic cord element;
  • FIG. 22 is a top plan view of the embodiment of FIG. 21 and shown in application as a headband;
  • FIG. 23 is a front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 22 in use as a headband;
  • FIG. 24 is a front perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention designed to hold a cell phone;
  • FIG. 25 is a right elevation view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 24 with an elastic cord shown in a stored position;
  • FIG. 26 is a right elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 25 with the support stand shown hung over an object;
  • FIG. 27 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of the present invention designed to hold a 2-way radio;
  • FIG. 28 is a left front perspective view of the invention of FIG. 27;
  • FIG. 29 is a rear perspective view of the invention of FIG. 27;
  • FIG. 30 is a left perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 27 shown hung over an object;
  • FIG. 31 is a front view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention and designed to hold a cellular phone;
  • FIG. 32 is a left front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 31;
  • FIG. 33 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 31;
  • FIG. 34 is left perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 31 and shown in a hung position of use;
  • FIG. 35 is a front perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention, designed and used to hold a personal digital assistant;
  • FIG. 36 is a left front perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 35 with the flap down;
  • FIG. 37 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 35;
  • FIG. 38 is a front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 35 and shown hung from an object;
  • FIG. 39 is a front perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention which is designed to hold a global positioning system;
  • FIG. 40 is a left front perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 39;
  • FIG. 41 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment of FIG. 39;
  • FIG. 42 is a front elevation view of the embodiment of FIG. 39, and shown hung from an object;
  • FIG. 43 is a front elevation view of the present invention in use in combination with an electronic apparatus; and
  • FIG. 44 is a right front perspective view of the invention shown in FIG. 43 with the selectively adjustable support member removed from a user's belt.
  • To assist in the understanding of the invention and associated drawings, the following list of components and associated numbering are included herein.
  • # Component
    30 case body
    32 back support
    34 Sheath
    36 back support lower end
    38 back support upper end
    40 selectively adjustable support
    42 adjustable support free end
    44 adjustable support connection end
    46 storage sleeves
    48 sheath cover
    50 sheath cover flap end
    52 sheath cover secured end
    54 cover securement device
    55 writing instrument
    56 reflective lining
    58 Eyelet
    60 interconnection mechanism
    62 flashlight bulb holder
    64 bendable support
    66 inner support lining
    68 outer support lining
    70 inner fabric cover
    72 outer fabric cover
    74 support edge covering
    76 elastic fabric
    84 cellular phone wallet
    86 cellular telephone
    88 Logo
    90 wallet business card pocket
    92 wallet money pocket
    94 nail clippers
    96 Flashlight
    98 shoulder strap
    100 camera mounting surface
    102 mounting screw aperture
    104 mounting screw
    106 Camera
    108 mounting screw minor thread
    110 mounting screw major thread
    112 Case
    114 case cover
    116 carrying strap
    118 case cover securement means
    120 removably attached support
    122 screw aperture
    124 mounting platform
    126 elastic cord element
    128 Hook
    130 personal digital assistant
    134 crease
    138 back panel
    142 front panel
    146 lateral surface
    150 upper end of sheath
    154 lower end of sheath
    160 aperture
    164 support
  • DETAILED DESCRIPTION
  • Referring now to the drawings, FIG. 1 shows one embodiment of the present invention. In general, the invention comprises a case body 30 with a back support 32 and a sheath 34 interconnected to the back support 32. The back support 32 typically has a lower end 36 and an upper end 38 which provides rigidity and support to the sheath 34. Alternatively, a sheath 34 may be provided without the back support 32. One distinct and novel feature of the present invention is the selectively adjustable support member 40, which generally has a free end 42 and a connection end 44. The adjustable support member 40 is interconnected to an upper portion of the back support 38 in a manner which allows the support member to be rotated about a point of interconnection with an upper portion of the back-support 38 or sheath 34.
  • The adjustable support member 40 is bendable and positionable so as to allow selective adjustment and orientation of the carrying case to a desired position of use or storage. Preferably, the adjustable support member 40 is hingedly interconnected to the back support upper end 38. More preferably, the adjustable support member 40 is bendable in at least a first direction and a second direction, and has the ability to repeatedly be bent and configured in a plurality of positions without damaging the bendable material associated with the adjustable support member 40. It is also preferred that the adjustable support member 40 be flexible enough to be repositioned to another desired position or to its original position, i.e., reversibly bendable. Additionally, it is preferable that the adjustable support member 40 be reversibly bendable along at least substantially its entire length.
  • In a preferred embodiment, the adjustable support member 40 has a sufficient length to extend substantially along an entire length of the sheath 34, and thus serves the dual role of being both a back support 32 and a selectively adjustable support member 40. In one embodiment, the selectively adjustable support member 40 is used in conjunction with a sewn and stitched, durable fabric material which provides some flexibility to hold different types of apparatus in the same case in a cost effective manner. To enhance the flexibility, the sheath 34 may be constructed with elastic panels which interconnect the back support 32 to a front panel of the sheath 34. Further, in some embodiments which store electronic devices, it is preferable to have some form of aperture or opening on a lower end of the sheath 34 to allow the removable interconnection of attachment devices such as headphones, etc.
  • Thus, as seen in FIGS. 5-8, the adjustable support member 40 may be bent to either provide a support for a substantially flat object such as a desk top, or be used to hang the case and associated electronic apparatus from an object such as a vehicle rear view mirror or other object.
  • Also shown in FIG. 1 is a plurality of storage sleeves 46. In this embodiment two storage sleeves 46 are attached to the sheath 34. Each storage sleeve 46 is essentially a piece of elastic fabric folded to form a tube and sewn to or otherwise attached to the case body 30. The embodiment of FIG. 1 further includes a sheath cover 48 for securing the apparatus within the case body 30.
  • In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the sheath cover 48 has a flap end 50 and a secured end 52. The secured end 52 is attached to the back support head end 38 and can be selectively secured to the case body 30 by cover securement means 54. The cover securement means 54 may be hook and loop closure, snap, button or other equivalent device for selective securement. Alternatively, the sheath cover 48 may be sized to accommodate selective insertion and removal of a writing instrument 55, such as a pencil, into the sheath 34 beside the carrying case's intended electronic device without displacement of the sheath cover.
  • FIGS. 2-4 represent the front elevation, rear elevation and right elevation views of the embodiment of FIG. 1. FIG. 4 is a partially exploded view which provides more detail regarding the adjustable support member 40 and the construction thereof. FIG. 3 depicts the selectively adjustable support member 40 with an interconnection mechanism 60 for securing the adjustable support member 40 to the back support 32. This interconnection mechanism 60 may be any securement means such as a snap, hook and loop closure, such as VELCRO®, or other equivalent device that allows the adjustable support to be maintained in a proximal relation to the case to minimize the area required to store the case 30. More specifically, the snap or other similar device is typically used to secure the adjustable support member 40 and associated case body 30 to a user's belt or other similar device.
  • FIG. 3 also depicts a flashlight bulb holder 62. The bulb holder 62 is typically fabricated in the same manner as the other storage sleeves 46. However, in this embodiment the bulb holder 62 is attached horizontally between the seam of the sheath cover secured end 52 and the back support head end 38. The bulb holder may be used, among other things, to store a replacement bulb for a flashlight for which the carrying case is designed.
  • FIG. 4 depicts a right elevation view of the embodiment of the present invention shown in FIG. 1. FIG. 4 shows in a partially exploded view and one possible method of forming the selectively adjustable support member 40. In this view, the bendable support member 40 is housed within one side by the inner support lining 66 and the inner fabric cover 70 and on the other side by the outer support lining 68 and the outer fabric covering 72. In this way, the bendable support member 40 may be formed from any formable material, for example sheet metal, bendable plastics and other similar materials. The support linings 66 and 68 protect the fabric coverings 70 and 72, respectively, from wear and abrasion by the bendable support member 40. In one embodiment, the fabric coverings 70 and 72 are secured together by a support edge covering 74. Thus, the fabric coverings 70 and 72, plastic linings 66 and 68, and bendable support member 40 are all protected along the edges. The support edge covering 74 also provides a method of securement by stitching, adhesive or other similar method.
  • With regard to the physical shape and characteristics of the selectively adjustable support member 40, any number of configurations could be used for the same purpose of providing a selectively adjustable support which can be reversibly and repeatedly bent in a plurality of positions. More specifically, the support member 40 may have a generally rectangular, square, or triangular shape, or may be comprised of two legs (as opposed to one) working in operable combination to provide a stable support mechanism capable of supporting or hanging the sheath 34. Further, in one embodiment of the present application it is anticipated that the adjustable support member be biased to extend outwardly when pressure is applied to a lower portion of the sheath 30, back support lower end 36, or a lower portion of the support member 40. Thus, the selectively adjustable support member 40 can be automatically extended upon setting the case body 30 on a surface (not shown). Further, anti-skid materials such as rubber may be placed on a lower portion of the adjustable support member 40, lower portion of the back support 32, or lower portion of the sheath 34 to inhibit the device from sliding while positioned on a table top or other similar surface.
  • Referring now to FIGS. 5-8, in another aspect of the present invention a reflective lining 56 is provided on an interior surface of the sheath cover 48. This reflective lining 52 causes the sheath cover 48 to deflect light when used in combination with a flashlight. The reflective material is generally comprised of a reflective surface such as aluminum foil, tin foil and other well known materials which may be sewn, stitched or otherwise interconnected to the interior flap surface. One such material is a metallic silver wolf grain laminated to an Osnaburg cloth as manufactured by Kline Processing, Inc. of Trenton, N.J.
  • FIG. 1 further shows an additional embodiment of the present invention used in combination with the reflective lining 52, and which includes an eyelet 58. The eyelet 58 can be used in conjunction with a flashlight in the carrying case 30 and the reflective lining 56 to create a type of signal mirror, for example, to be used to signal help. The user may look through the eyelet 58 in the direction of the light reflected by the reflective lining 56 to verify the reflection is directed as desired. The user may also line up a target person to receive a signal with the eyelet 56 and prevent unwanted persons or animals from viewing the signal.
  • FIGS. 5-8 shows the present invention in use with a typical handheld flashlight. In this application the selectively adjustable support member 40 is positioned relative to the case body 30 in one of a plurality of possible positions to direct a beam of light in a preferred direction. FIG. 7 shows a side view of the alternative use of the embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, the adjustable support member 40 is formed so as to fit the hand of the user of the case body 30 such that the user's hand may hold the adjustable support member 40 while keeping the other hand free to hold another device such as a baton or other weapon in the use of law enforcement.
  • FIG. 8 shows a side view of yet another application of the embodiment of the present invention shown in FIG. 1. In this application, the selectively adjustable support member 40 is positioned such that the case body in conjunction with a flashlight is held in a vertical position. In this configuration, the reflective lining 56 of the sheath cover 48 is placed above the flashlight such that the flashlight can be used as a lantern by disbursing and defracting light over a greater area.
  • FIG. 9 is a top plan view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, and identifying in greater detail some of the features discussed above. To form some of the numerous storage sleeves 46 used in the present invention, an elastic fabric 76 is generally cut to a desired length and folded to form the storage sleeves 46 secured by a tube seam. The elastic fabric 76 has a constraining member along one of the lateral sides of the elastic fabric 76. The constraining member provides for one end of the storage sleeves 46 to remain at some desired size such that unwanted slippage of a battery or other accessory device does not occur through that respective end of the storage sleeve 46. The constraining member may be a thread, a cord, a wire, a staple or any other like material inserted in the elastic fabric 76 to limit the stretching along at least a portion of the material.
  • FIG. 10 depicts another embodiment of the present invention wherein the case body 30 is designed to hold a cellular telephone 86. As in other embodiments of the present invention, this embodiment generally comprises a sheath 34 designed to fit a particular apparatus. The sheath 34 may be interconnected to a back support 32 with a sufficiently wide lower end 36 to provide stability and inhibit the case body 30 and enclosed electronic apparatus from inadvertently tipping. Thus, it is preferable that the case body 30 and interconnected selectively adjustable support member 40 have at least three distinct points of contact to provide a stable, non tipping base. In FIG. 10, the adjustable support member 40 has at least one distinct point of contact while the lower end of the back support 32 has a point of contact on each corner. Preferably the adjustable support member 40 is wide enough to provide two distinct points of contact, i.e., one on each corner.
  • FIG. 10 shows an alternative embodiment of the present invention whereby the sheath cover 48 may include a logo 88 or other distinctive design to allow the user to show support for a company, corporation or particular sports team. FIG. 11 shows the embodiment of the present invention as in FIG. 10 without the cellular phone in the sheath 34. In this view it is possible to see alternative embodiments of the invention such as a business card pocket 90 formed on the outside of the sheath 34, and a money pocket 92 formed between the sheath 34 and the back support 32. These alternative embodiments allow the user to employ the case for additional purposes beyond merely storing a cellular telephone. The money pocket 92 and the business card pocket 90 may be used in applications other than what their names would imply. For example, the business card pocket 90 could easily store a thin calculator. Similarly, the money pocket 92 could be just as easily house credit cards, or similar items. As FIG. 11 shows, the case may suffice as an all purpose wallet or purse such that the user need not carry any additional personal items.
  • FIG. 12 is a left elevation view of the embodiment invention shown in FIG. 11 with the sheath cover 48 in a closed position and containing a cellular telephone. FIG. 11 further shows how a flashlight 96 or other electronic device may be stored in a desired location in one of the storage sleeves 46 immediately adjacent the cellular telephone.
  • FIG. 13 depicts an alternative embodiment of the present invention shown in FIG. 12, wherein a shoulder strap 98 is secured between the adjustable support member 40 and the back support 32 by the interconnection mechanism 60. In this way, the case 30 may be carried with the shoulder strap 98 over the user's shoulder, much like a purse. Alternatively, the strap could be wrapped around an object to secure the case 30 in a desired position. In one embodiment the shoulder strap may comprise an elastic cord or other similar type of stretchable material. Alternatively, non-stretching materials such as leather may be used.
  • FIG. 14 shows an alternative embodiment of the present invention for use with a camera. In this embodiment, a camera mounting surface 100 is formed by the sheath cover 48. The camera mounting surface 100 preferably contains a mounting screw aperture 102 for selectively mounting a camera to the sheath cover 48 and thus the case body 30. In this manner, the present invention may be used as a camera stand by positioning the selectively adjustable support member 40 in a desired orientation. The camera mounting surface 100 may additionally include a plate (not shown) attached to the sheath cover 48 to provide a more rigid surface for resting a camera.
  • FIG. 15 is a side elevation view of the embodiment of the present invention showing FIG. 14 in application. As depicted, the camera 106 for which the case is sized is nested upon the carrying case body 30 for hands free use. For example, with the use of a timer on a camera, the camera may be secured to the sheath cover 48 and the associated camera mounting surface 100 by means of a mounting screw 104. FIG. 20 shows a possible embodiment of the mounting screw 104 in greater detail. In this embodiment, the mounting screw 104 has opposing sides with two distinct sized threads. The mounting screw minor thread 108 is sized to properly insert into the base of the most common sized small screw receiving cameras. Similarly, the size of the mounting screw major thread 110 is selected to fit the most common sized large screw receiving cameras, and thus has multiple uses.
  • FIG. 16 shows yet another embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, the case body 112 is hingedly connected to a case cover 114. The case cover 114 may be selectively secured to the case body 112 by the case cover securement means 118, which may include a snap, button, hook and loop material or the like. The embodiment of FIG. 16 is shown with a carrying strap 116. The carrying strap 116 is generally secured to the lateral edges of the case body. The embodiment of FIG. 16, however, differs in one important aspect from the embodiments described thus far. In this embodiment, the adjustable support 120 are removably attached to the inside surface of the case cover 114 by Velcro® or other attachment means.
  • As shown in FIG. 17, the embodiment of the present shown in FIG. 16 is shown in the open position. This case body 112 could be used to carry a camera and other ancillary equipment such as a telephoto lens. FIG. 18 shows the removably attached supports 120 from the inside of the case cover 114 in application. The formable supports 120 can be positioned to form a camera stand by using two adjustable supports 120 in tandem. Both adjustable supports 120 preferably have a central screw aperture 122 such that when the screw hole apertures 122 are aligned the two adjustable supports 120 form a mounting platform 124.
  • FIG. 19 shows the mounting platform 124 of FIG. 23 in application as a camera stand. The mounting screw 104 is inserted through the screw aperture 122 into the camera to provide a secure position. The free ends of the support members may be positioned to properly orient the camera as desired by the user.
  • With reference to FIG. 21, the present invention may also include an elastic cord element 126 on the case body 30 of the present invention which is adapted for use with a flashlight. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 21, the two opposing ends of the elastic cord element 126 are attached to the case body 30 at the base end 36 of the back support 32. The elastic cord element 126 may thus be used to form a loop with the base end 36 of the back support 32. The elastic cord element 126 may be used to maintain the position of the selectively adjustable support member 40. The elastic cord element 126 may also be used in tandem with the adjustable support member 40 to maintain the case body 30 at some position relative to another object. The sheath cover 48 may also be placed behind the item in the sheath 34 to prevent interference, e.g., to prevent the sheath cover 48 from blocking a portion of the light beam from a flashlight in the sheath 34.
  • As further shown in FIG. 21, a central portion of the elastic cord element 126 may be looped around the adjustable support member 40 to maintain its relative connection. Additionally, a portion of the adjustable support member 40 may be bent on one end to further facilitate the connection. With reference to FIG. 21, the elastic cord element 126 may be placed in a stored position when not in use. One possible storage position of the elastic cord element 126 is created by forming a loop in a central portion of the elastic cord element 126 and placing it over the adjustable support free end 42 and moving the loop to the adjustable support free end 44.
  • With reference now to FIGS. 22-23, one possible use of the present invention with an elastic cord element 126 is shown. In FIG. 22, the adaptation of the present invention with the elastic cord element 126 for use as a head band is shown in a top plan view. The present invention in this drawing is shown for encasing a flashlight. As shown in FIG. 22, the adjustable support free end 42 may be bent to form a hook 128. The elastic cord element 126 may then be placed over the hook 128 and the head of a user may be placed within the band created by the case body 30, the adjustable support member 40, and the elastic cord element 126. FIG. 23 shows the embodiment of FIG. 30 shown in front plan view. The case body 30 may then be positioned to direct the light beam of the flashlight to user's line of sight, thus allowing for hands-free use of the flashlight.
  • Referring now to FIG. 24, in one embodiment of the present invention an elastic cord element 126 may be provided on the case to assist in maintaining an object on an exterior portion of the sheath 34. In one embodiment, an elastic cord element 126 may be attached to opposite lateral sides of the back support 32. Alternatively, the elastic cord element 126 may be attached to a portion of the sheath 34. Preferably, the elastic cord element 126 is attached to the opposing lateral sides of the back support 32 closer to the lower end 36 than the upper end 38. If a longer elastic cord element 126 is used, the elastic cord element 126 may be wrapped around the case body 30 a plurality of times to sufficiently hold the stored device, e.g., a cellular telephone 86, to the exterior of the case body 30. If a shorter elastic cord element 126 is used, the elastic cord element 126 may be used to hold the stored device to the exterior of the case body 30 simply by moving the elastic cord element 126 to the front of the case body 30 and inserting the stored device therein. As shown in FIG. 24, the elastic cord element 126 may also be used with the stored electronic device in the sheath 34 to more securely hold the stored device in place.
  • Referring now to FIG. 25, the embodiment of FIG. 24 is shown in a right elevation view. In this view, the elastic cord element 126 is placed in a position of storage around the back support 32 of the case body 30. In this position, the elastic cord element 126 is placed out of the way to prevent undesired snagging of the elastic cord element 126 on foreign bodies or other interferences. The elastic cord element 126 may be maintained in this position with or without the back support 32 secured to the case body 30 by interconnection mechanism 60.
  • With reference now to FIG. 26, the embodiment of claim 24 is shown in a right elevation view. In this embodiment, the elastic cord element 126 is used to secure an object, e.g., a cellular telephone 86, normally stored within the sheath 34 to the exterior of the case body 30. The elastic cord element 126 may also be used to store an additional object, e.g., a note pad or other device, to the exterior of the case body 30 with or without the normally stored object within the sheath 34. Additionally, FIG. 35 shows how the selectively adjustable support member 40, because it is reversibly bendable along at least substantially its entire length, may be bent in a plurality of directions to accommodate the necessary usage. In this figure, the selectively adjustable support member 40 is bent to form a hook such that the case body 30 may be supported by an object B. Once the hooking of the case body 30 is no longer required, the selectively adjustable support member 40 may be bent back to its original shape and placed once again in a storage position or bent to form another desired orientation.
  • Referring now to FIGS. 27-30, numerous depictions of one embodiment of the present invention is provided herein. More specifically, a case for a two-way radio is shown. Likewise, FIGS. 31-34 are drawings of a case for a cell phone, FIGS. 35-38 are drawings of a case for a PDA, and FIGS. 39-42 are drawings depicting a case for a GPS.
  • Referring now to FIGS. 43-44, one additional aspect of the present invention is provided herein. More specifically, a case designed to hold a PDA or other electronic device is provided, and as shown interconnected to a user's belt in FIG. 43. As depicted, the selectively adjustable support member 40 may be positioned behind a user's belt, while the interconnected back support member 40 and sheath 34 are oriented upwardly in a position which allows the PDA to be used in any number of desired configurations which are convenient for the user. FIG. 44 is a front perspective view of the carrying case and associated PDA shown in FIG. 43, with the device removed from the user's belt and identifying the interconnection of the PDA to the exterior of the sheath by the use of elastic cords 126. As appreciated by one skilled in the art, the carrying case shown in FIGS. 43-44 can be used to carry any type of electronic or non-electronic devices.
  • The foregoing exemplary descriptions and the illustrative preferred embodiments of the present invention have been explained in the drawings and described in detail with varying modifications and alternative embodiments being taught. While the invention has been so shown, described and illustrated, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that equivalent changes in form and detail may be made therein without departing from the true spirit and scope of the invention, and that the scope of the present invention is to be limited only to the claims except as precluded by the prior art. Moreover, the invention as disclosed herein, may be suitably practiced in the absence of the specific elements which are disclosed herein.

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1. A case adapted for carrying and protecting a handheld device, comprising:
a case body comprising a back panel, a front panel and opposing lateral surfaces positioned therebetween that define a sheath adapted to receive the handheld device, said sheath also comprising an upper end and a lower end; and
a pocket associated with said back panel within said sheath, said money pocket being adapted to store at least one of a business card, a calculator, and a credit card.
2. The case of claim 1, wherein said opposing lateral surfaces are flexible and further comprising at least one storage sleeve interconnected to at least one of said opposing lateral surfaces, wherein said sheath and said at least one storage sleeve are both resiliently deflectable to allow the selective insertion and removal of the handheld device and to allow for the secondary storage of an accessory device in said at least one storage sleeve.
3. The case of claim 2, further comprising at least one secondary storage sleeve interconnected to said at least one storage sleeve, said at least one secondary storage sleeve comprising a resiliently deflectable material that is capable of assuming a generally tubular shape to retain at least one of a flashlight, a battery and a tool.
4. The case of claim 1, wherein said case body is further defined by at least one support member interconnected to said lower of said sheath, said at least one support member having at least one aperture wherein removal of the handheld device is facilitated by pushing upwardly through the aperture on the handheld device.
5. The case of claim 1, further comprising a cover hingedly interconnected to said back panel and an auxiliary sleeve that is attached horizontally between said opposing lateral surfaces adjacent to a hinged point of said cover point of said cover.
6. The case of claim 1, further comprising a flexible, generally cylindrical member that is adapted to secure at least one of a writing instrument, a knife and a tool that is interconnected to at least one of an interior portion of said sheath and at least one of said opposing lateral surfaces.
7. The case of claim 1, further comprising a cover hingedly interconnected to said back panel and an auxiliary sleeve that is attached horizontally between said opposing lateral surfaces adjacent to a hinged point of said cover point of said cover; and
a flexible, generally cylindrical member that is adapted to secure at least one of a writing instrument, a knife and a tool that is interconnected to at least one of an interior portion of said sheath and at least one of said opposing lateral surfaces.
8. A flexible case adapted for carrying and protecting a handheld device, comprising:
a case body comprising a back panel, a front panel and opposing stretchable lateral surfaces positioned therebetween that define a flexible sheath adapted to receive the handheld device, said flexible sheath also comprising an upper end and a lower end, said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces each having a first edge associated with said front panel and a second edge associated with said back panel to define a width of said lateral surface;
at least one storage sleeve interconnected to at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces, said at least one storage sleeve including a first edge interconnected adjacent to said front panel and a second edge interconnected adjacent to said back panel, wherein said first edge of at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces coincides with said first edge of said storage sleeve and wherein said second edge of at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces coincides with said second edge of said storage sleeve such that said at least one storage sleeve spans said width of said at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surface and rests flat against said at least one opposing stretchable lateral surface when said at least one storage sleeve is positioned in a non-deflected state, and wherein said flexible sheath and said at least one storage sleeve are both resiliently deflectable to allow the selective insertion and removal of the handheld device and to allow for the secondary storage of an accessory device in said at least one storage sleeve; and
a pocket associated with said back panel within said sheath.
9. The flexible case of claim 8, further comprising at least one secondary storage sleeve interconnected to said at least one storage sleeve, said at least one secondary storage sleeve comprising a resiliently deflectable material that is capable of assuming a generally tubular shape to retain at least one of a flashlight, a battery and a tool.
10. The flexible case of claim 8, wherein said case body is further defined by at least one support member interconnected to said lower end and said back panel, said at least one support member having at least one aperture wherein removal of the handheld device is facilitated by pushing upwardly through the aperture on the handheld device.
11. The flexible case of claim 8, further comprising a cover hingedly interconnected to said back panel and an auxiliary sleeve that is attached horizontally between said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces adjacent to a hinged point of said cover point of said cover.
12. The flexible case of claim 8, further comprising a flexible, generally cylindrical member that is interconnected to at least one of an interior portion of said sheath and at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surface.
13. The flexible case of claim 8, further comprising a cover hingedly interconnected to said back panel and an auxiliary sleeve that is attached horizontally between said opposing lateral surfaces adjacent to the hinged point of said cover point of said cover;
and a flexible, generally cylindrical member that is interconnected to at least one of an interior portion of said sheath and at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surface.
14. A flexible case adapted for storing at least one of a cellular phone, radio or other electronic device, comprising:
a case body comprising a back surface, a front surface and opposing stretchable lateral surfaces positioned therebetween that define a flexible sheath, said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces each having a first edge associated with said front panel and a second edge associated with said back panel to define a width of said opposing stretchable lateral surface;
a flexible sleeve associated with said opposing stretchable lateral surfaces, said at least one flexible sleeve includes a first edge, which coincides with said first edge of said opposing stretchable lateral surface, and a second edge, which coincides with said second edge of said opposing stretchable lateral surface such that said flexible sleeve spans said width of said at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surface and is oriented substantially parallel to said opposing lateral surface when said flexible sleeve is positioned in a non-deflected state, and extends outwardly to accept and restrain a device for storage when the flexible sleeve is positioned in a second position of use; and
a flexible, generally cylindrical member that is adapted to secure at least one of a writing instrument, a knife and a tool that is interconnected to at least one of an interior portion of said sheath and at least one of said opposing stretchable lateral surface.
15. The flexible case of claim 14 further comprising a pocket associated with said back panel, said pocket being adapted to store at least one of a business card, a calculator, and a credit card.
16. The flexible case of claim 14 further comprising a cover hingedly interconnected to said back panel and an auxiliary sleeve that is attached horizontally between said opposing lateral surfaces adjacent to a hinged point of said cover point of said cover.
17. The flexible case of claim 14, further comprising a pocket associated with said back panel, said pocket being adapted to store at least one of a business card, a calculator, and a credit card and a cover hingedly interconnected to said back panel and an auxiliary sleeve that is attached horizontally between said opposing lateral surfaces adjacent to the hinged point of said cover point of said cover.
18. The flexible case of claim 14, further comprising a belt clip interconnected to said back panel.
19. The flexible case of claim 14, wherein said flexible sleeve is capable of resiliently deflecting to secure a handheld tool, a writing device, or a flashlight.
20. The flexible case of claim 14, wherein said case body is further defined by at least one support member interconnected to a lower end and said back surface, said at least one support member having at least one aperture.
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