U.S. patent application number 11/821736 was filed with the patent office on 2008-01-03 for brace for carrying papers/books on arm.
Invention is credited to Peter Palmer.
Application Number | 20080001420 11/821736 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 38875821 |
Filed Date | 2008-01-03 |
United States Patent
Application |
20080001420 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Palmer; Peter |
January 3, 2008 |
Brace for carrying papers/books on arm
Abstract
Brace for Carrying Papers/Books on Arm is a holder for mail,
papers, magazines, books or the like. The preferred embodiment of
the invention utilizes a brace, a backing, a ledge and a cut-out to
allow a user to cradle the mail, papers, magazines, books or the
like. To use the preferred embodiment of Brace for Carrying
Papers/Books on Arm, an individual would rest the backing on their
forearm while resting the ledge against the front of their body and
their wrist in the cut-out. The user would then place the
appropriate objects such as papers, mail, books or other items on
the backing against the brace and the ledge.
Inventors: |
Palmer; Peter; (Hamtramck,
MI) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Raymond M. Galasso;Galasso & Associates LP
P.O. Box 26503
Austin
TX
78755-0503
US
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Family ID: |
38875821 |
Appl. No.: |
11/821736 |
Filed: |
June 25, 2007 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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60817812 |
Jun 30, 2006 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
294/137 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45F 5/12 20130101; A45F
2005/125 20130101; A45F 5/00 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
294/137 |
International
Class: |
A45F 5/00 20060101
A45F005/00 |
Claims
1. A carrying device comprising: (a) a backing connected to a brace
at a right angle; (b) a ledge connected to the bottom of the
backing and the brace; and (c) a cut-out on the side of the backing
opposite the brace.
2. The device of claim 1 wherein the backing is approximately
rectangular.
3. The device of claim 1 wherein the backing is ten inches in
length and nine inches in width.
4. The device of claim 1 wherein the brace is rectangular.
5. The device of claim 1 wherein the brace is ten inches in length
and two inches in width.
6. The device of claim 1 wherein the ledge is approximately
rectangular.
7. The device of claim 1 wherein the ledge extends approximately
four inches from the backing and has a width of nine inches.
8. The device of claim 1 wherein the backing, the brace and the
ledge are made of plastic.
9. The device of claim 1 wherein the backing, the brace and the
ledge are made of metal.
10. The device of claim 1 wherein the cut-out is semi-circular and
is approximately centrally located on the side of the backing.
11. The device of claim 10 wherein the cut-out has a two inch
radius.
12. A carrying device comprising: (a) a backing that is
approximately rectangular connected at a right angle to a brace
that is approximately rectangular; (b) a ledge that is
approximately rectangular connected to the bottom of the backing
and the brace; and (c) a semi-circular cut-out approximately
centrally located on the side of the backing opposite the brace.
Description
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This United States Non-Provisional Patent Application claims
priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/817,812
entitled "Brace for Carrying Papers/Books on Arm" filed on Jun. 30,
2006.
FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0002] The disclosures made herein relate generally to the school
supplies, mail delivery and office accessories industries. The
invention discussed herein is in the general classification of
holders for mail, magazines, papers, books and the like.
BACKGROUND
[0003] Almost everyone who has ever tried to carry a pile of papers
or multiple magazines or books has experienced the frustration of
having them fall out of their arms, causing them to shuffle and
bend. Often, carrying multiple stacks of paper or magazines and
books requires both arms to be used to balance the items and
minimize the chance of dropping them. Unfortunately, this does not
leave the individual with a free arm to complete other tasks such
as opening doors.
[0004] A variety of devices are well-known in the art for carrying
papers and books. Both papers and books are often stored and
carried in a backpack or briefcase. These items are not always
readily available and are often expensive and heavy to carry. Many
of these backpacks and briefcases are vulnerable to the weather
elements because they are made of leather or some other less
durable fabric.
[0005] Binders and folders are also often used for holding papers.
These devices often hold only a small number of papers and require
a hole puncher to be used to create holes for securing the papers
inside the binders or folders.
[0006] Mailmen often tote a large mailbag to carry envelopes,
magazines and the like. However, these mailbags are large and
cumbersome to use. They also are not aesthetically pleasing or
available for most individuals for everyday use.
[0007] Hence, there is a need in the art for a convenient to use,
inexpensive, durable, safe, effective and aesthetically pleasing
device for holding and carrying books, magazines, mail, papers and
the like.
SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0008] Brace for Carrying Papers/Books on Arm is a holder for mail,
papers, magazines, books or the like.
[0009] The preferred embodiment of the invention utilizes a brace,
a backing, a ledge and a cut-out to allow a user to cradle the
mail, papers, magazines, books or the like.
[0010] The principal object of this invention is to provide a
device that can be used to hold and carry mail.
[0011] Another object of this invention is to provide a device that
can be used to hold and carry books, magazines, paper and other
materials.
[0012] Another object of this invention is to provide a device for
use with one arm to hold and carry mail, books, magazines, paper
and other materials
[0013] Another object of this invention is to provide an affordable
device for holding and carrying mail, books, magazines, paper and
other materials.
[0014] Another object of this invention is to provide an easily
used device for holding and carrying mail, books, magazines, paper
and other materials.
[0015] Another object of this invention is to provide a reliable
device for holding and carrying mail, books, magazines, paper and
other materials.
[0016] Another object of this invention is to provide an
aesthetically pleasing device for holding and carrying mail, books,
magazines, paper and other materials.
[0017] Yet another object of this invention is to provide a durable
device for holding and carrying mail, books, magazines, paper and
other materials.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0018] FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of the preferred
embodiment of the present invention.
[0019] FIG. 2 depicts a cross-sectional view of the preferred
embodiment of the present invention cut along the line A-A of FIG.
1.
[0020] FIG. 3 depicts a top view of the preferred embodiment of the
present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0021] The preferred embodiment of Brace for Carrying Papers/Books
on Arm is comprised of at least some of the following: a brace, a
backing, a ledge and a cut-out to allow a user to cradle the mail,
papers, magazines, books or the like.
[0022] FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of the preferred
embodiment of the present invention. A backing 1 connects to a
brace 2 at a right angle at one side of the backing 1. The backing
1 is ten inches in length and nine inches in width in this
preferred embodiment. The brace is ten inches in length and two
inches in width in this preferred embodiment. A ledge 3 connects to
the bottom of the backing 1 and the brace 2. The ledge 3 extends
approximately four inches from the backing 1 and has a width of
nine inches.
[0023] The brace 2 is rectangular and the backing 1 and ledge 3 are
approximately rectangular in this preferred embodiment though other
shapes will also work. The rectangular design is preferred so that
the papers, mail, books and magazines will be supported along
almost their entire length and width when they are placed onto the
ledge 3 and pressed against the backing 1 and brace 2. The backing
1, brace 2, and ledge 3 are all approximately one-eighth of an inch
in thickness in this preferred embodiment. The thickness is not
critical to the invention, however, thinner components of the same
materials will weigh less which is beneficial for a handheld
device.
[0024] The backing 1, brace 2 and ledge 3 are made of plastic
though other materials such as metal will also suffice. If the
backing 1, brace 2 and ledge 3 are made of other materials, they
will ideally be water-resistant and durable enough to be utilized
outside. The plastic construction of these components is preferable
due to the lightweight and durability.
[0025] A cut-out 4 is located in the backing 1 on the side opposite
the brace 2. The cut-out is semi-circular in this preferred
embodiment to allow a user's arm/wrist to be placed inside of it.
The cut-out 4 has a two-inch radius/four-inch diameter in this
preferred embodiment to accommodate the average user's arm/wrist.
The cut-out 4 is approximately centrally located on the side of the
backing 1.
[0026] FIG. 2 depicts a cross-sectional view of the preferred
embodiment of the present invention cut along the line A-A of FIG.
1. The backing 1 and ledge 3 are shown at right angles to one
another, forming an L-shape.
[0027] FIG. 3 depicts a top view of the preferred embodiment of the
present invention. The backing 1, brace 2 and ledge 3 are all
visible from this perspective. The ledge 3 is at the bottom to
support the various objects pinned against the backing 1 and brace
2.
[0028] To use the preferred embodiment of Brace for Carrying
Papers/Books on Arm, an individual would rest the backing on their
forearm while resting the ledge against the front of their body and
their wrist in the cut-out. The user would then place the
appropriate objects such as papers, mail, books or other items on
the backing against the brace and the ledge.
[0029] The materials utilized for Brace for Carrying Papers/Books
on Arm may vary widely but will likely include metal and/or plastic
components. The metals would ideally be selected from available
steel or alloys of steel and aluminum. The production process
related to the use of these metals insures that the metal is
non-corrosive, durable and strong. The selected metal should have
high impact strength and be capable of accepting and retaining
coloring materials for an extended length of time.
[0030] The plastic used in the production will ideally be selected
for durability and longevity. Thermoplastics are commonly used in
the manufacturing of components similar to those used in this
invention. Polyethylene, polypropylene, and other similar
thermoplastic materials would be among those with the necessary
traits. Members of this family are recognized universally as being
versatile and of high quality.
[0031] The plastic components of Brace for Carrying Papers/Books on
Arm can also be formed with the use of plastic molding techniques,
such as injection molding or blow molding. Injection molding
requires melted plastic to be forcefully injected into relatively
cool molds. As the plastic begins to harden, it takes on the shape
of the mold cavity. This technique is ideal for the mass production
of products. Alternatively, blow molding, a form of extrusion,
could be utilized. Blow molding involves a molten tube being pushed
into a mold. Compressed air then forces the molten tube against the
cold walls of the mold.
[0032] It should be obvious that the components of the present
invention can be of various shapes and sizes. It should also be
obvious that the components of the invention can be made of
different types of plastics or other suitable materials and can be
of any color.
[0033] It will be recognized by those skilled in the art that
changes or modifications may be made to the above-described
embodiments without departing from the broad inventive concepts of
the invention. It should therefore be understood that this
invention is not limited to the particular embodiments described
herein, but is intended to include all changes and modifications
that are within the scope and spirit of the invention as set forth
in the claims.
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