US20120111909A1

US20120111909A1 - Digital video camera/smart phone pouch and harness

Info

Publication number: US20120111909A1
Application number: US13/199,802
Authority: US
Inventors: Randall James Pappas
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2010-09-09
Filing date: 2011-09-09
Publication date: 2012-05-10

Abstract

An electronic device apparatus to allow individuals to safely and securely utilize the technology and features of the device without holding in one's hand. One component of the apparatus is a container to house electronic devices. The container houses and protects an electronic device. In addition, the container allows the user to access the controls and features of the device without removal from the container. Multiple attachment points located on the perimeter of the container, in conjunction with adjustable strap system, permits the user the flexibility to secure the container to multiple points on the body or to any object. The detachable adjustable strap system permits the electronic device and container to be positioned vertically or horizontally. The electronic device apparatus can be sized to a specific specification or a universal requirement.

Description

This application claims priority for claims against Provisional Patent Application No. 61/402,980 filed on Sep. 9, 2010.
I have invented an apparatus to allow individuals to store, protect and use electronic devices such as; digital video cameras and smart phones, without holding in ones hands. Harnesses have been produced in the past and have relied on concepts of securing SLR or video cameras to the body when not in use or to elevate the cameras to the eye level, both requiring human intervention at point of use.
Various aspects of my “Digital Video Camera/Smart Phone Pouch and Harness” may have one or more of the following advantages:
Flexibility to hold various electronic devices and other items
Hands free during device utilization.
Ability to access and use the technology functions while in pouch.
Ability to use the technology functions while harness is worn.

DRAWING FIGURE DESCRIPTION Digital Video Camera/Smart Phone Pouch and Harness

FIG. 1. Front and Rear view of the video camera/smart phone pouch.

FIG. 2. Camera Insertion Side view of the video camera/smart phone pouch.

FIG. 3. End view video camera/smart phone.

FIG. 4. Illustrates how the video camera/smart phone harness is connected to pouch and worn by user.

STATIC DESCRIPTION

Digital Video Camera/Smart Phone Pouch and Harness

10. Optically Clear and touch screen compatible, flexible material.
12 a. Fastener connects to strap 18 for horizontal use or connects to lanyard 20 during vertical use.
12 b. Fastener connects to strap 18 for horizontal use or connects to lanyard 20 during vertical use.
12 c. Fastener connects to strap 18 for vertical camera use or connects to lanyard 20 during horizontal use.
12 d. Fastener connects to strap 18 for vertical camera use or connects to lanyard 20 during horizontal camera use.
14. Water resistant and breathable material is attached to flexible material 10 to form pouch.
16 a. Closure to insert and secure electronics. Insertion side view (FIG. 2).
16 b. Closure to insert and secure electronics. End view (FIG. 3).
18. Torso strap secures to fastener 12. (FIG. 4)
20. Lanyard strap secures to fastener 12. (FIG. 4)

OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION

Digital Video Camera/Smart Phone Pouch and Harness

User inserts video camera/smart phone into pouch through insertion 16 a and secures the electronic device in pouch with closure. User has flexibility to determine the direction the device faces, towards the body or away. When user selects a horizontal orientation, the torso strap 18 is connected to 12 a and looped around users torso to fastener 12 b. User places lanyard 20 over neck and is connected to either 12 c or 12 d, depending on the pouches orientation. When user selects a vertical orientation, the torso strap 18 is connected to 12 c and looped around users torso to fastener 12 d. User places lanyard 20 over neck and is connected to either 12 a or 12 b, depending on the pouches orientation. User may then view and control the device through either the front or back panels of the pouch 10. The side of the device facing the users body may be easily accessed by disconnecting either a torso strap or the lanyard and using the controls through the flexible materials 10.

ALTERNATIVE EMBODIMENTS

Pouch materials may be clear, tinted, opaque.
Pouch materials may be soft or hard. May be various materials such as but not limited to; vinyl, nylon, poly, aluminum, carbon fiber.
Pouch size may vary.
Fasteners may be, but not limited to; nylon or acetal male/female clips, buttons, snaps, buckles, hooks, zippers, locks and may have break away features.
Fastener size may vary
Closures may be, but not limited to; a zipper, Velcro, snaps, buttons, and hooks. May vary in size.
Torso straps may be nylon, polyester, or polypropylene webbing strap. It may also be leather, elastic, neoprene, cord or rope. May have break away features. May vary in size and be adjustable.
Lanyards may be nylon, polyester, or polypropylene webbing strap. It may also be leather, elastic, neoprene, cord or rope. May have break away features. May vary in size and be adjustable.
Pouch may hold electronics, medical equipment, documents, food, currency or other personal items.
Pouch may be waterproof, water-resistant or provide secure containment.

Claims

1. An apparatus to secure a smartphone, cellphone, camcorder, video camera, GPS, medical related or any similar compact electronic device.

2. The apparatus may be secured to multiple points of an individuals body or object, based on the desired use and/or comfort of the individual.

3. The apparatus provides handsfree use of the secured device, which enables increased safety when transporting or operating the devices features.

4. Device features, such as touch screen controls, may be controlled without removal of the device from the apparatus.