U.S. patent application number 11/344678 was filed with the patent office on 2006-06-15 for flexible carry bag with replaceable fluid bladder.
Invention is credited to Linda Kucharski.
Application Number | 20060126973 11/344678 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 46323744 |
Filed Date | 2006-06-15 |
United States Patent
Application |
20060126973 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Kucharski; Linda |
June 15, 2006 |
Flexible carry bag with replaceable fluid bladder
Abstract
A flexible carry bag for the transport and consumption of fluid
by an individual, the flexible carry bag defining a receptacle for
a flexible bladder formed of flexible resilient plastic such as
polyethylene having a closure means at one end and pre-filled with
the fluid, this flexible bladder insertable within the flexible
carry bag such that its closure extends out of said carry bag,
carry bag having a closure to allow access thereto by the user, the
flexible carry bag having a strap or clip for the transport of the
flexible bladder and flexible carry bag by the user.
Inventors: |
Kucharski; Linda; (Asbury
Park, NJ) |
Correspondence
Address: |
CLIFFORD G. FRAYNE;Suite 7A
136 Drum Point Road
Brick
NJ
08723
US
|
Family ID: |
46323744 |
Appl. No.: |
11/344678 |
Filed: |
February 2, 2006 |
Related U.S. Patent Documents
|
|
|
|
|
|
Application
Number |
Filing Date |
Patent Number |
|
|
10732852 |
Dec 11, 2003 |
|
|
|
11344678 |
Feb 2, 2006 |
|
|
|
60464999 |
Apr 25, 2003 |
|
|
|
Current U.S.
Class: |
383/111 ; 383/80;
383/86; 383/906; 383/98 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45F 3/20 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
383/111 ;
383/906; 383/086; 383/098; 383/080 |
International
Class: |
B65D 30/08 20060101
B65D030/08; B65D 33/16 20060101 B65D033/16; B65D 33/24 20060101
B65D033/24 |
Claims
1. A flexible carry bag with fluid bladder comprising: a
kidney-shaped carry bag generally oval in longitudinal cross
section formed from two complimentary panels secured about a
portion of said panels peripheries, thereby defining an opening
proximate one end thereof and a kidney-shaped cavity; a resilient
disposable fluid bladder for containment of a fluid, generally oval
in longitudinal cross section formed from two complimentary panels
secured about said panels peripheries and defining an opening at
one end thereof, said opening in said fluid bladder having a
closure means formed thereon for the dispensing from said fluid
bladder, said fluid bladder shape when filled being complimentary
with said kidney-shaped cavity of said carry bag, said fluid
bladder having no shape when emptied; a closure means secured to
said carry bag for partial closure of said opening of said carry
bag, said closure means secured to said carry bag permitting the
insertion and removal of said fluid bladder, said closure means of
said fluid bladder extending outwardly from said carry bag when
said closure means of said carry bag is in a closed position.
2. The flexible carry bag and fluid bladder in accordance with
claim 1 wherein said closure means secured to said carry bag is a
flap permanently secured to one of said panels of said carry bag
and means for securing to said opposing panel.
3. A flexible carry bag with fluid bladder in accordance with claim
1 wherein said closure means of said carry bag is a zipper securing
opposing panels of said carry bag.
4. The flexible carry bag with fluid bladder in accordance with
claim 1 wherein said closure means of said fluid bladder is a
threaded closure.
Description
RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This is a continuation in part application of application
Ser. No. 10/732,852, in which Applicant claimed the benefit of
provisional application Ser. No. 60/464,999, filed Apr. 25,
2003.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] 1. Field of the Invention
[0003] The present invention relates to a portable, flexible fluid
container for individual use, and more particularly to a flexible
container or carry bag cooperative with a pre-filled fluid
receptacle or bladder for the receipt thereof and transportation
and use, the fluid bladder and carrying bag having complimentary
shapes and dimensions.
[0004] 2. Description of the Prior Art
[0005] Health conscious people are increasing consuming more water
on a daily basis. In doing so they are increasingly consuming
bottled water in container sizes ranging from 8 ounces to 32
ounces. The number of bottled water purveyors has increased
dramatically as is evident from television and print advertising.
It is not unusual to see a professional man or woman dressed in a
suit walking down the street with a bottle of water in their
pocket. This may oftentimes present a problem, particularly if the
bottle of water has recently been removed from a refrigerator or
cooler such that condensation occurs on the outside of the bottle
which condensation is transferred to the clothing of the
individual. Therefore there exists a need for a water container for
the transport of water in a stylish fashion without affecting the
clothing of the consumer. Applicant's invention is directed to a
combination container which addresses this problem.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0006] An object of the present invention is to provide for a novel
flexible fluid container for the transport of fluids, and in
particular water, in a stylish and comfortable manner.
[0007] Another object of the present invention is to provide for a
novel flexible fluid container for the transport and consumption of
water which can be worn on a strap.
[0008] A still further object of the present invention is to
provide for a novel flexible fluid container in which a first
flexible bladder having a dispensing and closure means is
positioned within a second absorbent container having a closure
means and a strap, or clip means for transport.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0009] A flexible carry bag for the transport and consumption of
fluid by an individual, the flexible carry bag defining a
receptacle for a flexible bladder formed of flexible resilient
plastic such as polyethylene having a closure means at one end and
pre-filled with the fluid, this flexible bladder insertable within
the flexible carry bag such that its closure means extends out of
said carry bag, carry bag having a closure means to allow access
thereto by the user, the flexible carry bag having a support means
in the form of a strap or clip for the transport of the flexible
bladder and flexible carry bag by the user.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0010] These and other objects of the present invention will become
apparent, particularly when taken in light of the following
illustrations wherein:
[0011] FIG. 1 is a front view of the flexible bladder in which
fluid is pre-filled;
[0012] FIG. 2 is a front closed view of the flexible carry bag for
receipt of the flexible bladder;
[0013] FIG. 3 is a front open view of the flexible carry bag;
and
[0014] FIG. 4 is a rear open view of the flexible carry bag.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0015] FIG. 1 is a front view of the flexible bladder receptacle 10
of the present invention which is essentially two dimensional when
empty. Flexible bladder receptacle 10 assumes a kidney-when filled
with fluid. It is constructed of polyethylene, or some other
flexible plastic, preferably clear, and is secured about its
periphery by heat seal 12 or similar sealing means. The general
shape of flexible bladder receptacle 10 may vary depending upon the
shape of the flexible carry bag described hereafter. For the
purposes of disclosure, the flexible bladder receptacle is
illustrated is generally kidney-shaped, having a first end 14
circumference greater than a second end 16 circumference.
Positioned on second end 16 is a combination dispensing and closure
means 18. The dispensing and closure means 18 could comprise a
twist off cap or a push-pull nipple arrangement, or any other
suitable closure means. The flexible bladder receptacle would be
prefilled with the fluid, such as water, and the closure means 18
would be secured thereto. The closure means 18 would also include
an appropriate anti-tampering seal to assure the purchaser at the
time of purchase.
[0016] The flexible bladder receptacle 10 is designed as a
replacement for the rigid plastic polyethylene bottles presently
used in most instances for the packaging and sale of bottled water.
Prefilled flexible bladder receptacles 10 of the like described
could be packaged in six packs, or cases for purchase by the user,
or could be stocked on refrigerator shelves in convenience stores
for individual purchase. The flexible bladder receptacle 10 is
designed to be disposable after its contents have been consumed.
However, that is not to say that the purchaser and consumer could
not remove the closure means 18 and clean the interior of the
bladder by rinsing such that the consumer or user could then refill
the flexible bladder receptacle 10 with a similar liquid or
alternative beverage.
[0017] In order to avoid the awkwardness of carrying around the
flexible bladder receptacle 10 in the same manner as individuals
presently carry around a bottle of water, a flexible carry bag 20
would receive the flexible bladder receptacle 10. In the embodiment
shown in FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, the flexible carry bag 20 comprises a
kidney-shaped bag having a first end 22 circumference greater than
the second end 24 circumference thereby being compatible with the
shape of the flexible bladder receptacle 10. In the embodiment
shown, the flexible carry bag 20 would be secured about its
periphery 26 with a seam 28. An opening 30 with a closure means 31
for the insertion of the flexible bladder receptacle 10 would be
formed along edge 33 in alignment with seam 28. One side wall 32 of
the flexible carry bag 20 would have a flap means 34 which would
extend over the opposing side wall 36 of flexible carry bag 20. The
underside of flap means 34 and the opposing side wall 36 would be
secured by a hook and loop fastener 38 or the like after insertion
of the flexible bladder receptacle 10. In this configuration after
insertion of the flexible bladder receptacle 10, the closure means
16 would extend outwardly from the flexible carry bag 20 through an
aperture 40 formed when flap means 34 were secured to the opposing
side wall 36. In addition to flap means 34, carry bag 20 could also
be formed with a zipper closure means 31 in alignment with seam 28
along the upper periphery of carry bag 20.
[0018] Flexible carry bag 20 would also have a supporting means 42
secured thereto. In the embodiment shown, the support means 42
consists of an adjustable strap secured to the flexible carry bag
20 at opposing ends. Strap means 42 could be of a sufficient length
to allow the user to place the strap on their shoulder and carry
the flexible carry bag 20 and inserted flexible bladder receptacle
10 as hanging from their shoulder at their waist.
[0019] Other embodiments of a support means 42 may also be
developed without departing from the spirit and scope of the
invention. As an example, a clip means could be incorporated on one
side wall of the flexible carry bag 20 for engagement with a waist
belt. Additionally, flexible carry bag 20 could also be formed with
other receptacles or pockets 46 with or without closure means which
would allow the user or consumer to store keys, change or
money.
[0020] In the embodiments shown, the user would make a one time
purchase of a flexible carry bag 20 and thereafter purchase the
flexible bladder receptacle either individually or in bulk and
after appropriate refrigeration if desired, insert the flexible
bladder receptacle 10 into the flexible carry bag 20 for transport
and use.
[0021] While the present invention has been described with respect
to the exemplary embodiments thereof, it will be recognized by
those of ordinary skill in the art that many modifications or
changes can be achieved without departing from the spirit and scope
of the invention. Therefore it is manifestly intended that the
invention be limited only by the scope of the claims and the
equivalence thereof.
* * * * *