Patent application title:

Eyeglass and sunglass display and carrying case

Publication number:

US20120012502A1

Publication date:
Application number:

12/930,508

Filed date:

2010-07-19

Abstract:

This invention provides for the efficient transport and storage of multiple pairs of eyeglasses and/or sunglasses along with miscellaneous items. In addition, it provides security for the contents and allows for the quick inventory of the items it contains. The invention is designed using lightweight, durable materials allowing for both ease of use and long-term durability.

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Classification:

B65D85/38 »  CPC main

Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for articles particularly sensitive to damage by shock or pressure for delicate optical, measuring, calculating or control apparatus

A45C11/04 »  CPC further

Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups - Spectacle cases; Pince-nez cases

B65D5/52 IPC

Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper; Details of containers or of foldable or erectable container blanks; Integral, inserted or attached portions forming internal or external fittings External stands or display elements for contents

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

Not Applicable

STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESAERCH OR DEVELOPMENT

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REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISC APPENDIX

Not Applicable

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Traditionally, eyeglasses and sunglasses are put in drawers, left out, or put in places where they are forgotten. Under these conditions, the glasses are often damaged or lost. This invention provides an environment where the glasses (along with peripheral items) can be safely stored, transported and inventoried.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

A product to safely house, carry and inventory eyeglasses and sunglasses along with storage for miscellaneous items. The intent is to prevent damage, display contents clearly, transport and keep track of glasses while providing security to the contents.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

This invention consists of the following components and performs in the following manner; whereas a base unit is comprised of a storage drawer with locking mechanism and drawer pull and whereas eyeglasses and sunglasses rest on inclined “wave” display section for viewing and recognition and on which clear housings shall be attached to individual “wave” sections in which to insert labels for inventory and tracking purposes and whereas “wave” display section shall be securely attached to top of base unit and whereas lid is comprised of clear view material on top for viewing and locking mechanism and whereas lid is secured to base unit with hinges and whereas material used to line all interior surfaces (clear view lid material excepted) shall be a soft, non-scratch type and whereas all exterior surfaces shall be of a durable, washable material and whereas all structural materials used to assemble case shall be of a durable, rigid, lightweight type and whereas all locking mechanisms shall be keyed alike.

DESCRIPTIONS OF DRAWINGS

FIG. 1: Exploded view showing components and assembly.

FIG. 2: View showing lid open with glasses in their compartments.

FIG. 3: View showing lid closed with glasses in their compartments.

FIG. 4: Details of components.

(1): Base unit

(2): Storage drawer

(3): Keyed lock

(4): Drawer pull

(5): “Wave” display section

(6): Clear housing for labels

(7): Lid

(8): Clear top for lid

(9): Keyed lock

(10): Hinge

Claims

1. Provides an efficient manner to easily transport multiple pairs of glasses.

Provides an efficient manner to inventory glasses.

Provides for the safe, protective storage of glasses and miscellaneous items.

Provides and attractive and effective display case.

Provides security for glasses and other contents.

Provides a system to track glasses.

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