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Survival belt/bag
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-01-20
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Granted: 1977-06-21
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Expires: 1995-01-20
Abstract
Abstract A survival belt/bag assembly includes a thin single ply non-inflatable, or a multi-layer inflatable wind resistant sleeping bag. The suitably colored or metalized mirror shiny belt/bag serves as a shelter, a ground rescue marker imprinted with survival instructions and maps. A removable head cover, imprinted with specific area maps and survival instructions for the area, also serves as a water bag. The belt buckle contains a mirror, knife, fish line and hooks, matches, whistle and compass.
Inventors
- 👤 John Switack
- 👤 Elva Jane Switack
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 15:55
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45F; A45F3/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
110 words
A survival belt/bag adapted to be worn about the waist as a belt or for enclosing a substantial portion of the body when as a bag, comprising impervious flexible, resilient, two-ply inflatable sheet material, foldable longitudinally on spaced fold lines of belt size dimensions, for wearing in the folded condition as a belt, plural air chambers between said fold lines, which may be inflated when unfolded to convert the belt to the bag, wherein it may be worn about the body providing insulation against the elements, and a belt-buckle container for attaching the ends of the folded belt/bag together about a person's waist, said container adapted to carry survival items.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
110 words
A survival belt/bag adapted to be worn about the waist as a belt or for enclosing a substantial portion of the body when as a bag, comprising impervious flexible, resilient, two-ply inflatable sheet material, foldable longitudinally on spaced fold lines of belt size dimensions, for wearing in the folded condition as a belt, plural air chambers between said fold lines, which may be inflated when unfolded to convert the belt to the bag, wherein it may be worn about the body providing insulation against the elements, and a belt-buckle container for attaching the ends of the folded belt/bag together about a person's waist, said container adapted to carry survival items.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-06-20 | 1980-12-20 | 1981-06-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-06-20 | 1984-12-20 | 1985-06-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-06-20 | 1988-12-20 | 1989-06-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |