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Convertible storage container

US8079451B2 · kind B2 · utility

84Cited by
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31Claims
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Filing dateFeb 5, 2008
Grant dateDec 20, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 22, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D3/04
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Apparatuses convertible between at least a storage container in a first configuration and an activity mat in a second configuration. One apparatus includes a circular lid, a circular base, and at least one zipper pull that zips the lid and base to a wall. When zippered, the apparatus has a generally cylindrical shape. A carrying handle is provided on the lid. When unzippered, the apparatus becomes an activity mat and lies flat. Another apparatus includes two sides, a base, a flap, and at least one zipper pull that zips the sides to the flap. The sides resemble the outline of a car, such that the apparatus when zipped up resembles a car and when unzipped becomes an activity mat and lies flat. Backpack straps on the back allow the apparatus to be worn as a backpack.

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