US4078264A
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Article of clothing
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-11-22
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Granted: 1978-03-14
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Expires: 1996-11-22
Abstract
Abstract An article of clothing, such as a thermally lined cape, includes an integral storage compartment into which the cap can be folded to form a cushion. When not used to store the cape, the compartment can be used to store a pair of gloves, foul weather pants, et cetera. The storage compartment also includes a handle to facilitate carrying the cape when folded into the storage compartment.
Inventors
- 👤 Frank A. DeGennaro
- 👤 Catherine Mary DeGennaro
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 16:07
CPC Classifications
A; A41; A41D; A41D15/00; A41D15/04; A41D3/00; A41D3/08; A41D2400/00; A41D2400/42; A41D2400/422
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
77 words
In combination with an article of clothing having inner and outer surfaces, a storage compartment integral with said inner surface and normally lying between said inner and outer surfaces, said storage compartment being fastened along one edge to said inner surface and having an opening therein into which said article of clothing may be stuffed for storage, said storage compartment being adapted to fold into itself through said opening when said article of clothing is being worn.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
77 words
In combination with an article of clothing having inner and outer surfaces, a storage compartment integral with said inner surface and normally lying between said inner and outer surfaces, said storage compartment being fastened along one edge to said inner surface and having an opening therein into which said article of clothing may be stuffed for storage, said storage compartment being adapted to fold into itself through said opening when said article of clothing is being worn.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
The article of clothing according to claim 1 wherein said article has a cape-like configuration and said storage compartment is provided with a handle to facilitate portage of said article when folded into said storage compartment.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The article according to claim 2 wherein said handle is adapted to be folded into said storage compartment whereby said storage compartment functions as a cushion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
The article according to claim 3 wherein said cape-like member includes at least one pocket and an integral hood.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The article according to claim 4 wherein said article is comprised of a waterproof material and is lined with a thermal material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
The article according to claim 1 wherein said storage compartment includes pressure-sensitive means for securing the upper end of said compartment to the inner wall of said inner surface.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
35 words
The article according to claim 6 wherein said inner surface includes a flap and pressure-sensitive means for securing said flap to said inner surface to prevent articles stored in said storage compartment from falling therefrom.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
45 words
The article according to claim 7 including pressure-sensitive means for securing that portion of said storage compartment, previously secured to said inner surface, to said storage compartment to seal the same when said article of clothing is stored therein to form a pillow or cushion.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
58 words
The article of clothing according to claim 1 wherein said integral storage compartment is situated approximately medially along the principal axis of the article so that when the garment is worn by the user the storage compartment aligns with the small of the user's back whereby the presence of the storage compartment cannot be detected by visual observation.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-03-13 | 1981-09-12 | 1982-03-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-03-13 | 1985-09-12 | 1986-03-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-03-13 | 1989-09-12 | 1990-03-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |