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Hidden closure

US6571432B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 9, 2000
Grant dateJun 3, 2003
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T24/2591
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A first panel-like element has a longitudinal fold near a first longitudinal edge. A second panel-like element has a longitudinal crease near a second longitudinal edge. The first longitudinal edge and second longitudinal edge are parallel to each other and form a longitudinal opening. A fastener is disposed at said longitudinal opening. When the fastener of the closure is closed, the first element and a second element form a flat, longitudinal flap, and the longitudinal opening and the fastener are located on the inside surface of the flap.

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