Ground covering device with integrated support retention areas
US7174585B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47G9/062
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An ergonomic blanket or towel for covering any surface that a person would lay, rest, and/or sit on includes a main body portion and a support portion. At least a portion of the support portion is removably attached to the main body portion, and at least a portion is permanently attached to the main body portion. The support and main body portions are adapted to retain support matter, such as sand or a pillow, therebetween to provide comfortable support to the user, as well as serving to anchor the device. The ergonomic blanket may also include a storage portion, at least a portion of which is removably attached to the main body portion, and at least a portion of which is permanently attached to the main body portion. The storage portion is adapted to retain personal items, such as a wallet, key, comb, glasses, sunscreen lotion, book, and the like. The storage portion may be totally removable from the main body portion.
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