US20060185997A1

US20060185997A1 - Article of manufacture for apparel CD display

Info

Publication number: US20060185997A1
Application number: US11/343,047
Authority: US
Inventors: Bill Effinger
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2005-02-24
Filing date: 2006-01-30
Publication date: 2006-08-24

Abstract

An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. with Plastic or lightweight material of stiff substance, used to create a flat surface (Button Plate) with central hub used to hold CD to surface/Button Plate, this design allows for the attachment to a person's pocket by sliding over the edge in a manner that uses resistance to hold the Plate in place, it may be attached to pliable surfaces by attaching a Pin back to the back of the Plate, it may also be attached to other surfaces by using adhesive/removable adhesive or magnetic strip applied to back side of Plate, and it can be worn by a person around their neck by using a Lanyard or other device. A preferred embodiment includes of a 3 by 3¾ inch elliptical button plate with a central attachment hub, for a for fastening the CD to the Button Plate.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is based on provisional application Ser. No. 60/593,927, filed on Feb. 2, 2005.

STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT

Not Applicable

DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED APPENDIX

Not Applicable

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

This invention relates generally to the field of advertising and more specifically to an article of manufacture for Apparel CD display.
There was a need for a device to secure a Compact Disc (CD) to the surface of another object and at the same time to provide for readily detaching the CD at pleasure. It also needed to allow for “hands free” storage and portability, along with the ability to have it be readily seen.
This Holder allows the CD to be Fastened, hooked, hung or held to another object. To provide for the fast and efficient distribution of CD's to recipients. To provide immediate storage and access of a CD.
There are currently sticky tab hubs that can be stuck to hard surfaces that you could use to attach a CD to another surface. You can also tape a CD envelope to a hard surface to allow you to store your CD's.
The current sticky tab hubs that can be stuck to hard surfaces that you could use to attach a CD to another surface. You can also tape a CD envelope to a hard surface to allow you to store your CD's.
The current devices used today to secure a Compact Disc (CD) to other surfaces are very limited. They only allow the CD to be attached to a hard surface and are not readily detachable. There currently is not a holder that allows for a CD to be fastened, hooked, hung or held to another object. That provides for the fast and efficient distribution of CD's to recipients.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The primary object of the invention is A device to secure a Compact Disc (CD) to the surface of another object and at the same time to provide for readily detaching the CD at pleasure.
Another object of the invention is This Holder allows the CD to be Fastened, hooked, hung or held to another object.
Another object of the invention is To provide for the fast and efficient distribution of CD's to recipients.
A further object of the invention is To provide immediate storage and access of a CD.
Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following descriptions, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings, wherein, by way of illustration and example, an embodiment of the present invention is disclosed.
In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, there is disclosed an article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. comprising: Plastic or lightweight material of stiff substance, used to create a flat surface (Button Plate) with central hub used to hold CD to surface/Button Plate, Button Plate design allows for the attachment to a person's pocket by sliding over the edge in a manner that uses resistance of the design to keep Button Plate in place, Button Plate may be attached to soft surfaces by Pin back attached to the back of the Button Plate to allow attachment to other soft pliable surfaces, Button Plate may also be attached to other surfaces by adhesive/removable adhesive on back side of Button Plate, Button Plate may also be attached to metallic surfaces by magnetic strip applied to back side of Button Plate, and Button Plate may also be worn by a person to hang around their neck by using a Lanyard or other device.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The drawings constitute a part of this specification and include exemplary embodiments to the invention, which may be embodied in various forms. It is to be understood that in some instances various aspects of the invention may be shown exaggerated or enlarged to facilitate an understanding of the invention.
Figure A is a plan view of the invention.
Figure B is a plan view of the invention.
Figure C is a plan view of the invention.
Figure D is a plan view of the invention.
Figure E is a plan view of the invention.
Figure F is a plan view of the invention.
Figure G is a plan view of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Detailed descriptions of the preferred embodiment are provided herein. It is to be understood, however, that the present invention may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed system, structure or manner.
Turning first to Fig A there is shown the front side of the Button Plate 1 with central hub 2 used to hold CD to surface/Button Plate 1. An article of manufacture for Apparel/CD display. comprised of Plastic or lightweight material of stiff substance, used to create a flat surface, a Button Plate 1 and 10 with central hub 2 and 9 design that is used to hold a CD to the surface/ Button Plate 1 and 10.
To accomplish an important function of the invention, there is shown in Fig A, the operation of attachment to a pocket by sliding over the edge, this may be understood upon reference to Fig. A which illustrates the three part resistance system. The three part resistance system is accomplished by further creation of two 1″¾ inch slots on the elliptical Button Plate. There by creating a left wing 3L, right wing 3R and a center section 4. In the illustrated embodiment the left wing 3L and the right wing 3R are placed behind the pocket edge, the center section 4 is placed in front of pocket, causing resistance against movement or dislocation of Button Plate 1. In like manner the elliptical Button Plate 1 may be attached to any vertical surface edge.
In accordance with the present invention, Figure B shows the back 5 of the elliptical Button Plate 1. In this present form of the invention, the Button Plate 1 is further enhanced with the attachment of a Pin Back 6. This further enhancement of the elliptical Button Plate 1 is for the purpose of allowing attachment to other soft pliable surfaces. Further in accordance with the invention, the Button Plate 1 may also be worn by a person using a Lanyard or other necklace device to be placed around a person's neck for immediate access. This is accomplished in the present instance by attaching a Lanyard or other necklace device to the Pin Back 6. In carrying out the present invention, I provide also for the attachment of the Button Plate 1 to any metallic surface. This is accomplished in the present instance by attaching a Magnetic strip 11 applied to back side of Button Plate 1 allowing attachment to any metallic surface for immediate access. Furthermore the magnetic strip can further be used to restrain the Button Plate 1 against fabric by providing a magnetic mate 12. Placing the Magnetic Mate 12 on the inside of fabric, opposite Magnetic strip 11. As a consequence of the relationship of the Magnetic strip 11 to the Magnetic mate 12 a Friction Attraction bond is formed thus affording considerable resistance to vertical descent allowing the Button Plate 1 to stay fastened an optimal position.
In carrying out the present invention, provided in Figs C (front) and D (back) alternate sizing of the Button Plate 10. This illustrates that the invention is not necessarily limited in the shape of the Button Plate 10. Thus it is seen that Fig C, D are circular in shape. The illustrative device is adapted to be supportive of adhesive/removable adhesive on back side Fig D of Button Plate 10. In this way the Button Plate 10 may be attached or fastened to any hard vertical surface for immediate access. In like manner the illustrative device is supportive of enhancement with the attachment of a Pin Back 6 on back side Fig D of Button Plate 10. Similarly it follows that the invention, the Button Plate 10 may also be worn by a person using a Lanyard or other necklace device to be placed around a person's neck for immediate access. This is accomplished in the present instance by attaching a Lanyard or other necklace device to the Pin Back 6. In carrying out the present invention, I provide also for the attachment of the Button Plate 10 to any metallic surface. This is accomplished in the present instance by attaching a Magnetic strip 11 applied to back side of Button Plate 10 allowing attachment to any metallic surface for immediate access. Furthermore the magnetic strip can further be used to restrain the Button Plate 10 against fabric by providing a magnetic mate 12. Placing the Magnetic Mate 12 on the inside of fabric, opposite Magnetic strip 11. As a consequence of the relationship of the Magnetic strip 11 to the Magnetic mate 12 a Friction Attraction bond is formed thus affording considerable resistance to vertical descent allowing the Button Plate 10 to stay in an optimal position.
In accordance with an important feature of the present invention, there is shown in Figure E a Hallow Channel 8 that runs along the lower half of the circumference of the Button Plate 10. This illustrative device is adapted to allow for the Button Plate 10 to hold a CD to the surface of it's Plate 10. Further using a Central Hub 9 to anchor CD to Button Plate 10 causing resistance against movement or dislocation from said Button Plate 10. The illustrative device is adapted to be supportive of adhesive/removable adhesive on back side Fig F of Button Plate 10. In this way the Button Plate 10 may be attached to any hard vertical surface for immediate access. In like manner the illustrative device is supportive of enhancement with the attachment of a Pin Back 6 on back side Fig F of Button Plate 10. Similarly it follows that the invention, the Button Plate 10 may also be worn by a person using a Lanyard or other necklace device to be placed around a person's neck for immediate access. This is accomplished in the present instance by attaching a Lanyard or other necklace device to the Pin Back 6. In carrying out the present invention, I provide also for the attachment of the Button Plate 10 to any metallic surface. This is accomplished in the present instance by attaching a Magnetic strip 11 applied to back side of Button Plate 10 allowing attachment to any metallic surface for immediate access. Furthermore the magnetic strip can further be used to restrain the Button Plate 10 against fabric by providing a magnetic mate 12. Placing the Magnetic Mate 12 on the inside of fabric, opposite Magnetic strip 11. As a consequence of the relationship of the Magnetic strip 11 to the Magnetic mate 12 a Friction Attraction bond is formed thus affording considerable resistance to vertical descent allowing the Button Plate 10 to stay in an optimal position.
Turning to Figs B, D and F, there is shown in Figure G an important feature of the present invention that can be used in Figs B, D and F. This illustrative device is adapted to allow for the Button Plate 1 and 10 to hold itself to apparel by using a Button/Pocket Slide 14. In this way the Button Plate 1 and 10 may be attached by slipping a button on a article of clothing into the open slot 13. Allowing for the Button Plate 1 and 10 to be worn by an individual. Furthermore the Button/Pocket Slide 14 is adapted to allow for the attachment of Button Plate 1 and 10 to hold itself to apparel by using the Pocket Slide 14 in a manner that slides itself over the edge of the pocket. Similarly the Button Plate 1 and 10 may be attached to any vertical surface edge.
In keeping with the principle objects of the invention the Billy Q. Button allows for easy storage and personal portability of CD's. A wearer of this invention can advertise and disperse their advertisements to the pubic or interested parties in the moment. It is the intent of this invention to allow the end users of said invention to allow for easy access of CD's wherever they might have the need to store them on any surface.
The definition of the following terms listed below, are correct but are not solely limited to their definition:
Button Plate, comprised of Plastic or lightweight material of stiff substance, used to create a flat surface with central hub used to hold CD to a flat protective surface.
Hub, a raised central button with resistive, finger like extension that allow for a circular hole to enclose them, which the extension push out against causing resistance, resulting in static, secure placement.
Pin Back, a device that is a metallic pin that can be attached to other surfaces, causing an intermediary securing device.
While the invention has been described in connection with a preferred embodiment, it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to the particular form set forth, but on the contrary, it is intended to cover such alternatives, modifications, and equivalents as may be included within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. comprising:

Plastic or lightweight material of stiff substance, used to create a flat surface (Button Plate) with central hub used to hold CD to surface/Button Plate;

Button Plate design allows for the attachment to a person's pocket by sliding over the edge in a manner that uses resistance of the design to keep Button Plate in place;

Button Plate may be attached to soft surfaces by Pin back attached to the back of the Button Plate to allow attachment to other soft pliable surfaces;

Button Plate may also be attached to other surfaces by adhesive/removable adhesive on back side of Button Plate;

Button Plate may also be attached to metallic surfaces by magnetic strip applied to back side of Button Plate; and

Button Plate may also be worn by a person to hang around their by using a Lanyard or other device.

2. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising of a 3 by 3¾ inch elliptical button plate with a central attachment hub, for a means for fastening the CD to the Button Plate.

3. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising of a 3 by 3 inch diameter button plate with a central attachment hub, for a means for fastening the CD to the Button Plate.

4. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising of Two 1″¾ inch slots on Button Plate to allow for attachment by sliding over a edge in a manner that uses a weaving of in/out to achieve resistance to secure Button Plate.

5. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising a 1″½ inch Pin Back attachment to the back of the Button Plate which allows attachment to soft/pliable surfaces for immediate access.

6. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising a Adhesive/Removable Adhesive attachment to the back of the Button Plate which allows for Plate to be placed on any hard vertical surface for immediate access.

7. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising a Magnetic Strip attachment to the back of the Button Plate which allows for Plate to be placed on Metallic surfaces for immediate access.

8. An article of manufacture for Apparel CD display. as claimed in claim 1 further comprising a Button Plate that may also be worn by a person using a Lanyard or other necklace device to be placed around a person's neck for immediate access.