US4925064A
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Backpack cushioning device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-05-12
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Granted: 1990-05-15
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Expires: 2008-05-12
Abstract
Abstract A cushioning device which is quickly and easily attachable/detachable to backpacks of various sizes to, thusly, substantially reduce discomfort and abrasion from objects within a backpack which otherwise would rub against the back of the user of the backpack. The device is also functional as an upper and lower body cushion for use upon the ground, chairs and the like.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael E. Comora
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 01:32
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45F; A45F3/00; A45F3/04; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/907
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
127 words
A cushioning device in combination with a backpack; the backpack comprising: a pack, having a back surface; and shoulder straps, connected to the pack; the cushioning device comprising: a first panel; a second panel, the first panel and second panel each having an opposing edge, and non-opposing edges; a hinge means connecting the opposing edges of the first panel and the second panel, the first panel and second panel capable of being separated at the hinge means; locking elements connected to the first panel and the second panel to lock the panels against each other; straps attached to at least one of the panels to secure the locked panels to the shoulder straps of the backpack with the panels adjacent to the back surface of the backpack.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
127 words
A cushioning device in combination with a backpack; the backpack comprising: a pack, having a back surface; and shoulder straps, connected to the pack; the cushioning device comprising: a first panel; a second panel, the first panel and second panel each having an opposing edge, and non-opposing edges; a hinge means connecting the opposing edges of the first panel and the second panel, the first panel and second panel capable of being separated at the hinge means; locking elements connected to the first panel and the second panel to lock the panels against each other; straps attached to at least one of the panels to secure the locked panels to the shoulder straps of the backpack with the panels adjacent to the back surface of the backpack.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the locking elements are connected to the non-opposing edges of the first panel and the second panel.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the locking elements are a hook and loop fastening means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the hinge means is a hook and loop fastening means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
The device of claim 1 wherein th elength and width of the first panel and second panel correspond to the length and width of the back surface of the backpack.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the straps are attached to at least one non-opposing edge of one of the panels.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device of claim 6 wherein the straps comprise two straps, with each strap having means to adjust the length thereof.
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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) | 1993-05-14 | 1993-11-13 | 1994-05-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1997-05-14 | 1997-11-13 | 1998-05-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2001-05-14 | 2001-11-13 | 2002-05-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |