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US4421150A
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Waterproof bag device for articles
Assignee: Confluence Outdoor Inc
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Filing: 1981-07-13
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Granted: 1983-12-20
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Expires: 2001-07-13
Abstract
Abstract A bag device A is disclosed having a waterproof enclosure D contained within an outer case B having a cover flap C which fastens over a closure 18 by means of a yieldable fastener 20, 22 to seal an article within enclosure D in a generally airtight waterproof environment. Air entrapped therein provides buoyancy and a safety fastener E maintains the closure 18 sealed should cover flap C become unfastened under pressure such as when fallen upon during whitewater boating.
Inventors
- 👤 William E. Masters
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 22:21
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C11/00; A45C11/22; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S206/00; Y10S206/811
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
223 words
A waterproof bag device for containing articles in a generally airtight waterproof environment comprising: an outer case defined by flexible sides; a cover flap extension carried by a first of said flexible sides having a sufficient length to be folded over a second of said sides; an inner generally waterproof enclosure carried within said outer case forming and providing an air tight waterproof enclosure in which said article is contained and providing buoyancy to said bag device; foldable closure means carried by said inner enclosure having an open mouth to permit insertion of articles in said inner enclosure and being foldable to provide a generally airtight waterproof environment and seal; fastening means fastening said cover flap to said outer case with said cover flap folded over said closure means to maintain said closure means folded and said inner enclosure sealed and airtight; strap means carried by said cover flap attachable to said outer case securing and retaining said closure means in said folded sealing configuration upon said fastening means and cover flap becoming suddenly unfastened by sudden exertion of pressure on said bag device by sudden impact against said bag so that said airtight and waterproof environment is maintained in said inner enclosure after opening of said fastening means facilitating initial release of pressure upon said impact without loss of buoyancy or waterproofness.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
223 words
A waterproof bag device for containing articles in a generally airtight waterproof environment comprising: an outer case defined by flexible sides; a cover flap extension carried by a first of said flexible sides having a sufficient length to be folded over a second of said sides; an inner generally waterproof enclosure carried within said outer case forming and providing an air tight waterproof enclosure in which said article is contained and providing buoyancy to said bag device; foldable closure means carried by said inner enclosure having an open mouth to permit insertion of articles in said inner enclosure and being foldable to provide a generally airtight waterproof environment and seal; fastening means fastening said cover flap to said outer case with said cover flap folded over said closure means to maintain said closure means folded and said inner enclosure sealed and airtight; strap means carried by said cover flap attachable to said outer case securing and retaining said closure means in said folded sealing configuration upon said fastening means and cover flap becoming suddenly unfastened by sudden exertion of pressure on said bag device by sudden impact against said bag so that said airtight and waterproof environment is maintained in said inner enclosure after opening of said fastening means facilitating initial release of pressure upon said impact without loss of buoyancy or waterproofness.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
62 words
The device of claim 1 including first pressure sensitive fastening means carried on said second side of said outer case for fastening said cover flap and second pressure sensitive fastening means carried on said first side for attaching said strap means allowing said first fastening means to yield upon impact while said strap means and second pressure sensitive fastening means remain attached.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
50 words
The device of claim 1 including pressure sensitive fastening means carried by said first side of said outer case and said strap means for attachment thereof, said strap means having a sufficient length to permit said strap means to wrap around said outer case for attachment to said first side.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
36 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said strap means extends across corners of said outer case and cover flap to hold opposing ends of said folded closure means retaining same intact with said cover flap unattached.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
43 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said fastening means includes pressure sensitive fastening means yielding upon impact to allow said cover flap to become unattached without damage while said strap means retains said closure means folded and said articles in a waterproof environment.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said fastening means includes a yieldable fastener which yields and opens without damages thereto upon being stressed by pressure on said bag device.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
137 words
A bag device for containing articles in a generally airtight waterproof environment comprising: a flexible outer case having an inner enclosure; said inner enclosure being constructed of an impervious material providing an airtight waterproof environment therein rendering said bag device buoyant; closure means for sealing said inner enclosure; cover flap means carried by said outer case foldable over said closure means; first fastening means fastening said cover flap and outer case together; second fastening means securing said cover flap and outer cases; and said first fastening means being yieldable to open upon sufficient pressure exerted upon said bag to accommodate sudden impact while said second fastening means remains fastened to retain said closure means in said sealed configuration maintaining said airtight waterproof environment within said inner enclosure to preserve the buoyancy and waterproofness of said bag device.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
137 words
A bag device for containing articles in a generally airtight waterproof environment comprising: a flexible outer case having an inner enclosure; said inner enclosure being constructed of an impervious material providing an airtight waterproof environment therein rendering said bag device buoyant; closure means for sealing said inner enclosure; cover flap means carried by said outer case foldable over said closure means; first fastening means fastening said cover flap and outer case together; second fastening means securing said cover flap and outer cases; and said first fastening means being yieldable to open upon sufficient pressure exerted upon said bag to accommodate sudden impact while said second fastening means remains fastened to retain said closure means in said sealed configuration maintaining said airtight waterproof environment within said inner enclosure to preserve the buoyancy and waterproofness of said bag device.
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) | 1986-12-19 | 1987-06-20 | 1987-12-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-12-19 | 1991-06-20 | 1991-12-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-12-19 | 1995-06-20 | 1995-12-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |