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WO2011066140A1
WO2011066140A1 PCT/US2010/056868 US2010056868W WO2011066140A1 WO 2011066140 A1 WO2011066140 A1 WO 2011066140A1 US 2010056868 W US2010056868 W US 2010056868W WO 2011066140 A1 WO2011066140 A1 WO 2011066140A1
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Jorge E. Moran
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Megatrade International, Inc.
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D21/00—Nestable, stackable or joinable containers; Containers of variable capacity
    • B65D21/08—Containers of variable capacity
    • B65D21/086—Collapsible or telescopic containers
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C11/00—Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C1/00-A45C9/00
    • A45C11/20—Lunch or picnic boxes or the like
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C7/00—Collapsible or extensible purses, luggage, bags or the like
    • A45C7/0018—Rigid or semi-rigid luggage
    • A45C7/0036—Rigid or semi-rigid luggage collapsible to a minimal configuration, e.g. for storage purposes

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  • the present disclosure relates generally to containers for storage and/or transport. More specifically, the disclosure provides a container that is capable of being used for storage and/or transport of various items.
  • the container may possess insulative properties.
  • the container may be capable of being expanded from a collapsed state.
  • the container may be used, in its expanded or collapsed state, to transport various items and/or goods.
  • the items and/or goods may include, but are not limited to, food and liquid goods.
  • the food and liquid goods may be contained within their own separate containers that may fit within the container according to exemplary embodiments.
  • the food and liquid goods may be hot or cold.
  • the container may have a strap and/or wheels to facilitate movement of the container.
  • coolers to transport hot or cold food goods.
  • These coolers are used due to the insulative qualities a cooler possesses, which typically is derived from some form of insulation in the structure of the container, and for their storage capacity and shape. Consumers use these coolers to transport and store the aforementioned food goods to and from various activities, such as picnics, lunches, and tailgating.
  • coolers are bulky and hence take up considerable space. These coolers are also of a fixed size and are not collapsible. A consumer must therefore choose an appropriately sized cooler that fits the consumer's transport or storage requirements. Because the cooler size is fixed, the container chosen may have considerable empty space in relation to the food goods being transported. Once the transport or storage is completed, the cooler still occupies the same amount of space, even though the need for it has been completed.
  • Exemplary embodiments provide a container that is collapsible. When collapsed, the space taken up by the container is less than its original size.
  • the container may be expanded from the collapsed state. When expanded, the container may be used to transport and/or store various items, such as food and liquid goods.
  • the container may be expanded to one or more intermediate states that are less than the fully expanded state.
  • the container may have an interior volume for containing the various items.
  • the container may consist of a number of sections and may be available in various sizes.
  • the sections may be tiered in size such that the upper sections are bigger in size than the lower sections.
  • the sections may be generally rectangular in shape, although other shapes are possible.
  • the sections may have a locking mechanism to enable the container to be free standing when in its fully expanded state.
  • the container may have a lid, a handle, and/or a strap.
  • the container may have insulation. According to exemplary embodiments, the container may operate as a cooler.
  • Figure 1 is front view of a container according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 2 is a side view of a container according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 3 is a top view of a container according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 4 is a perspective view of a container according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 5 is a perspective view of a container in a collapsed state with the lid removed according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 6 is a top perspective view of a container with the lid removed and contents therein according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 7 is a perspective view of a container depicting the sections ready to be collapsed with the handle and lid removed according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 8 is a perspective view of a container according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 9 is perspective view of a container in the collapsed state according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 10 is a top perspective view of a container in the collapsed state according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 11 is a top perspective view of a container, inverted such that that lid is at the bottom in a carrying position according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 12 is a perspective view of a container, inverted such that that lid is at the bottom in a carrying position according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 13 is a perspective view of a container with the lid removed according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 14 is a perspective view of a container with the lid removed according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 15 is a close-up perspective view of a container showing the detail of the sections according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 16 is a perspective view of a container in the collapsed state with the lid removed according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 17 is a top perspective view of a container in the collapsed state according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 18 is a close-up top perspective view of a container in the collapsed state showing the detail of the sections according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 19 is a perspective view of a container in a disassembled condition according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 20 is a perspective view of a container in the collapsed state with the lid removed in the fully assembled condition according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 21 is a close-up perspective view of a container according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 22 is a close-up perspective view of a container showing the details of the sections according to a first exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 23 is a perspective view of a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 24 is a second perspective view of a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 25 is a side view of a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 26 is a second side view of a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 27 is a top view of a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 28 is a bottom view of a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 29 is a perspective view of a container with the lid removed according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 30 is a top view of a container with the lid removed according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 31 is a close-up top perspective view of a container showing the detail of the sections according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 32 is a perspective view of a container in the collapsed state according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 33 is a side view of a container in the collapsed state according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 34 is a second side view of a container in the collapsed state according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 35 is a perspective view of a container in the collapsed state with the lid removed according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 36 is a perspective exploded view of a container in a disassembled condition according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 37 is a perspective view of a container with a strap attached according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 38 is a perspective view of a container with a strap attached being carried by an individual according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 39 is a side cut-away view of a container with a strap attached according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 40 is a side view of a strap for a container according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 41 is bottom perspective view of a container in the collapsed state with a strap attached according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 42 is top perspective view of a container in the collapsed state with a strap attached according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 43 is a close-up view of an attachment point for a strap according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 44 is a side cut-away view of an attachment point for a strap showing the container in the collapsed state according to a second exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 45 is a perspective cut-away view of a container with an insulated liner according to an exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 46 is a side view of an insulated liner for a container according to an exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 47 is a top view of an insulated liner for a container according to an exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 48 is a perspective view of an insulated liner for a container according to an exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • Figure 49A-K show a sequence for assembly of an insulated liner for a container according to an exemplary embodiment of the disclosure.
  • the present disclosure provides numerous inventive features relating to embodiments of a container that enable a user to transport and/or store various items.
  • the container may be collapsible.
  • Figures 1-22 provide depictions of a first exemplary embodiment of a container in various states and conditions. These depictions are meant to be exemplary only.
  • a container 100 is shown, for example, in Figures 1-3.
  • the container 100 may have a body section 102.
  • the body section 102 may be made of any suitable material.
  • the body section 102 may be made of plastic or styrofoam or another suitable material.
  • the container 100 may be manufactured using any appropriate method.
  • the body section 102 may consist of a number of separate sections.
  • the body section may consist of 4 separate sections 104, 106, 108, and 110 as depicted in Figures 1 and 2.
  • the container 100 may have a body section 102 with different numbers of separate sections; that is, having more or less sections than shown in Figures 1 and 2.
  • the container 100 may have a body section 102 with three sections; conversely, the container 100 may have more than 4 sections.
  • the size of the container 100 may be decreased or increased.
  • the separate sections may vary in size, such that the separate sections fit into one another in progression from smaller to larger in diameter.
  • the smallest section (110) may fit into the next larger section (108) and so on (106), such that when all the sections are fit together in a collapsed state, only the largest section 104 is visible as shown in Figures 5 and 7.
  • the largest section 104 will be at the top and the smaller sections will be below it, with section 110 at the lower end of the container 100, as shown in Figure 1.
  • the smallest section 110 may have a base 1102.
  • the remaining sections, 104, 106, and 108 may lack a base. That is, those sections may consist of only a wall section that makes up their perimeter.
  • the sections, 104, 106, 108, and 110 may fit and/or lock together using any suitable means.
  • Figures 18 and 22 depict a close-up of the edges of the body sections 104, 106, 108, and 110.
  • Each section may have an upper lip 1802 configured around the upper perimeter of the body section. This lip 1802 is designed to rest and/or mate with a corresponding lower lip (not shown) that may be located at the lower perimeter of each body section.
  • the lower lip provides support to the upper lip 1802.
  • the upper lip 1802 and the lower lip may lock together to form a secure fit such that the container 100, when fully expanded, does not collapse under the force of gravity. That is, the container 100 may be designed to be free standing once fully expanded.
  • a snap or interference fit may be used.
  • the secure fit may be such that the sections may be unsecured from one another through the application of an external force, such as pressure applied by a user.
  • the upper lip 1802 of the largest section 104 may be designed to fit with a lip 502 on the lid 112 as shown in Figure 5. This combination of lips 1802 and 502 may provide a seal around the upper perimeter of section 104 to provide a seal for the container 100.
  • Figure 21 provides a close-up of the container 100 in a collapsed state with the lid removed.
  • the sections of the container may be different colors.
  • the colors may be for aesthetics.
  • the colors may be functional.
  • the colors may be in a particular sequence to assist the user in assembling the container.
  • the container may be all one color.
  • the expansion and contraction, or collapsing, of the container may be performed without any disassembly or assembly required by the user, with the exception of possibly removing the lid 112 to expand the container.
  • a handle 114 may optionally be detached, as shown in Figures 7 and 19.
  • the user may remove the lid 112, as shown in Figure 5, and merely apply pressure to the smaller sections, pushing them downward until each is in place. Once each section is pushed downward and mated with the section above it, the container 100 is then in a fully expanded state as depicted in Figures 1-4.
  • the user may merely apply pressure to the container to push the top section downward such that each of the smaller sections is collapsed inside of it as shown in Figure 5.
  • These actions may be performed with or without the lid and/or handle affixed.
  • the container 100 may be partially expanded or contracted to configure the container to a particular size. That is, the container 100 may be configured to a size less than fully expanded.
  • sections can be added or removed from the container to increase or decrease the container's expanded size. Such modifications may be performed by the user.
  • the sections of the container may be separatable.
  • a user may disassemble the container to clean the container or to replace a section.
  • Figure 19 depicts the container 100 in one such disassembled condition
  • Figure 20 depicts the container 100 of Figure 19 in a fully assembled, collapsed state.
  • a handle 114 may be affixed to the largest section 104, as shown in the various Figures, such as Figures 1 and 6.
  • the handle 114 may be affixed so that the handle is rotatable in at least one axis.
  • the handle may rotate from side to side of the container.
  • Figures 1 and 6 depict the handle in two possible different positions.
  • Figure 15 provides a close-up of the handle in a position rotated to the side of the container. These positions are provided as non-limiting examples of positions for the handle 114.
  • the handle may be positionable directly above the container to facilitate carrying the container in its fully expanded state in a loaded or unloaded condition, as shown in Figures 1-3 and Figure 8.
  • the container, in the fully collapsed state, with the handle may be carried in any position.
  • Figures 11 and 12 show the container 100 in one such carrying position.
  • the handle 114 may be attached to the largest section 104 by two tabs 116a and 116b affixed to opposite ends of the outer perimeter of the largest section 104 as shown in Figure 1.
  • Figure 7 shows the handle 114 in a detached condition.
  • Each tab 116 may be provided with a slot 702 to accommodate a pin-like structure 704 affixed to an extremity 706 of the handle 114.
  • the pin-like structure 704 may be configured and dimensioned to fit into the slot 702.
  • the pin-like structure 704 may lock in place into the slot 702 through any suitable means. For example, a friction fit, an interference fit, or a snap fit may be used. Combinations of locking types may be used.
  • Figure 7 depicts the slot 702 on the largest section 104 and the corresponding pin-like structure 704 on the handle 114.
  • the handle 114 may be detachable as shown in Figures 7 and 19.
  • the handle may be telescoping (not shown). That is, the handle may be adjustable in size and length to facilitate carrying of the container.
  • the base of the container may have two or more wheels attached thereto (not shown).
  • the wheels may be used to move the container.
  • the handle or strap may be used to pull the container.
  • the container 100 may have a lid 112.
  • the lid 112 may be configured and dimensioned to fit onto the largest section 104.
  • the lid 112 may be used to cover the largest section 104, which in turn covers the body sections that are smaller than section 104 (i.e., sections 106, 108, and 110).
  • Figures 6, 13, and 14 depict the lid 112 removed from the container 100 in the expanded condition.
  • the lid 112 may be secured to the container 100 by any suitable means.
  • the lid 112 may be snap fit onto the largest section 104 using the same tabs (116) that accommodate the handle as shown in Figure 1.
  • the lid 112 may have tabs 708a and 708b, as shown in Figure 7, each having a projection 710 designed to fit into a corresponding slot 712 located on a corresponding tab 116.
  • the lid may be snap fit to the entire upper perimeter of the largest section to provide a tight seal.
  • the container 100 When collapsed, the container 100 may be a fraction of its original size. For example, the container may collapse to 20% of its original size. Other fractions, such as 15% to 25% are possible.
  • Figure 1 depicts the container 100 in a fully expanded state and Figure 5 depicts the container in a fully collapsed state.
  • the container 100 may be designed as a carrier and/or storage device for various types of items and/or goods.
  • the container may be used to store dry goods, such as foodstuffs, and/or liquids.
  • the liquids may be in their own container which may fit within the container according to exemplary embodiments.
  • the container 100 may possess insulation. The insulation may minimize heat loss or heating of an item placed into the container 100.
  • the item may be in a heated or cooled state when it is placed into the container 100. When possessing such insulation, the container 100 may be referred to as a cooler.
  • the insulation may be an integral part of the container structure.
  • the sections of the container may be formed from material possessing insulative properties.
  • the container sections may be made of molded plastic with an insulative core of styrofoam or other material.
  • a portion of the container may be insulated.
  • the bottom two-thirds of the container may possess insulative properties, while the remaining one-third may be uninsulated.
  • the container may be available in various sizes to accommodate different quantities of goods.
  • a container 400 may be available to transport up to six 2 liter bottles 402 of liquid. It should be appreciated that the container 400 may be similar in structure and function to the container 100.
  • Figures 4 and 6 depict a container 400 according to exemplary embodiments capable of containing up to six bottles of liquid 401. It should be appreciated that a variety of sizes of the container may be available according to exemplary embodiments.
  • a container smaller than the container 400 may be constructed to accommodate a six pack of standard 12 ounce soda cans.
  • the container 400 may also be capable of carrying goods in its collapsed state.
  • a baking dish such as a typical Pyrex dish, may fit into the container in its collapsed state and be carried therein as shown for example in Figures 9 and 10; Figures 16 and 17 depict the container 100 with the lid 112 removed to show the interior volume.
  • Figures 23-44 provide depictions of a second exemplary embodiment of a container in various states and conditions. These depictions are meant to be exemplary only. It should be appreciated that the various features of this embodiment may be combined with those of the preceding embodiment described above. Likewise, it should be appreciated that the features of the preceding embodiment may be combined with the features described for this embodiment. For example, this second exemplary embodiment is shown with a strap for carrying the container and the first embodiment is shown with a handle; accordingly, this second exemplary embodiment may incorporate a handle in addition to the described strap. Other such combinations of features are possible and are limited only by the knowledge and skill of one of ordinary skill in the art.
  • a container 200 is shown for example in Figures 23-26.
  • the container 200 may have a body section 202.
  • the body section 202 may be made of any suitable material.
  • the body section 202 may be made of plastic or styrofoam or another suitable material.
  • the container 200 may be manufactured using any appropriate method.
  • the body section 202 may consist of a number of separate sections.
  • the body section may consist of 4 separate sections 204, 206, 208, and 210 as depicted in Figure 23.
  • the container 200 may have a body section 202 with different numbers of separate sections; that is, having more or less sections than shown in Figures 23 through 26.
  • the container 200 may have a body section 202 with three sections; conversely, the container 200 may have more than 4 sections.
  • the size of the container 200 may be decreased or increased.
  • the separate sections may vary in size, such that the separate sections fit into one another in progression from smaller to larger in diameter.
  • Figure 36 depicts the container 200 in an exploded view showing various sections that make-up the body section 202.
  • the smallest section (210) may fit into the next larger section (208) and so on, such that when all the sections are fit together in a collapsed state, only the largest section 204 is visible as shown in Figure 32.
  • the largest section 204 will be at the top and the smaller sections will be below it, with section 210 at the lower end of the container 200, as shown in Figures 23 through 26, for example.
  • the smallest section 210 may have a base 2802.
  • the remaining sections, 204, 206, and 208 may lack a base. That is, those sections may consist of only a wall section that makes up their perimeter.
  • the sections, 204, 206, 208, and 210 may fit and/or lock together using any suitable means.
  • Figures 29 through 31 depict a locking mechanism for these sections.
  • Each section may have two ridges, 2902A and 2902B, configured at a position along the perimeter of the body section.
  • the ridges 2902 may be designed to rest upon a lip 2904 of the body section immediately below it. In doing so, the ridge 2902 may provide a rigid or semi-rigid support for that body section to keep that section in position.
  • the container when in the fully expanded position, as shown for example in Figure 29, the container may remain in that position without any external assistance, withstanding the force of gravity; that is, the container may be capable of remaining in a free-standing position.
  • each body section provides a seal for the body section immediately below it.
  • the ridges 2902 may snap into place as each body section is moved upward.
  • the body sections 204, 206, 208, and 210 may be designed to allow for some lateral displacement of the perimeter wall of the side to allow the ridges 2902 to fit into place.
  • the sections of the container may be different colors.
  • the colors may be for aesthetics.
  • the colors may be functional.
  • the colors may be in a particular sequence to assist the user in assembling the container.
  • the container may be all one color.
  • the container 200 may have a lid 212.
  • the lid 212 may be configured and dimensioned to fit onto the largest section 204.
  • the lid 212 may be used to cover the largest section 204, which in turn covers the body sections that are smaller than section 204 (i.e., sections 206, 208, and 210).
  • Figure 35 depicts the lid 212 removed from the container 200, while the container 200 is in the collapsed position.
  • Figure 27 depicts the container 200 with the lid 212 in place from a top view.
  • Figure 29 depicts the container 200 with the lid 212 removed in the expanded condition.
  • Figures 32 through 34 depict the container 200 with the lid 212 in place in the collapsed condition.
  • Figure 35 depicts the container 200 with the lid 212 removed in the collapsed condition.
  • the lid 212 may be secured to the container 200 by any suitable means.
  • the lid 212 may be snap fit or interference fit onto the largest section 204 by fitting over the perimeter of the uppermost section 204.
  • the lid 212 may be snap fit using the tabs 214.
  • the tabs 214 may be located on each side of the container 200 in a symmetric fashion.
  • the lid 212 may have tabs 708a and 708b, as shown in Figure 7, each having a projection 710 designed to fit into a corresponding slot 712 located on a corresponding tab 116.
  • the lid may be snap fit to the entire upper perimeter of the largest section to provide a tight seal.
  • the tabs 214 may have a first slot 216 passing therethrough.
  • the body section 210 may have a second slot 218 passing therethrough located on a lower section of its perimeter.
  • the slot 218 may be positioned on both sides of the container 200 in a symmetrical fashion.
  • the body section 210 may also have a recessed area 2804 extending the width of the base section 2802 and terminating at the slot 218 on either end of the body section 210.
  • the expansion and contraction or collapsing of the container may be performed without any disassembly or assembly required by the user, with the exception of possibly removing the lid 212 to expand the container.
  • the container 200 When collapsed, the container 200 may be a fraction of its original size. For example, the container may collapse to 20% of its original size. Other fractions, such as, for example, 15% to 25% are also possible.
  • Figure 23 depicts the container 200 in a fully expanded state and Figure 32 depicts the container in a fully collapsed state.
  • the user may remove the lid 212, as shown in Figure 35, and merely apply pressure to the smaller sections, pushing them downward until each is in place.
  • the container 200 is then in a fully expanded state as depicted in Figures 23-26.
  • the user may merely apply pressure to the container to push the top section downward such that each of the smaller sections is collapsed inside of it as shown in Figure 35.
  • the container 200 may be available in a variety of different sizes.
  • the container 200 may be available in various sizes to accommodate different quantities of goods.
  • the container 200 may possess interior volume to carry goods in either the fully expanded state or the collapsed state.
  • the container 200 may be designed as a carrier and/or storage device for various types of items and/or goods.
  • the container may be used to store dry goods, such as foodstuffs, and/or liquids.
  • the liquids may be in their own container which may fit within the container according to exemplary embodiments.
  • the container 200 may possess insulation. The insulation may minimize heat loss or heating of an item placed into the container 200.
  • the item may be in a heated or cooled state when it is placed into the container 200. When possessing such insulation, the container 200 may be referred to as a cooler.
  • the insulation may be an integral part of the container structure.
  • the sections of the container may be formed from material possessing insulative properties.
  • the container sections may be made of molded plastic with an insulative core of styrofoam or other material.
  • a portion of the container may be insulated.
  • the bottom two-thirds of the container may possess insulative properties, while the remaining one-third may be uninsulated.
  • the container 200 may have a strap 250 attached to facilitate carrying of the container as shown in Figure 37.
  • the strap 250 may be designed to allow a person to carry the container by putting the strap over their shoulder.
  • Figure 38 shows the container 200 be carried using the strap 250 by an individual 3800. It should be appreciated that there may be other ways to carry the container 200 by using the strap 250.
  • the container 200 may be carried by gathering the strap 250 into an individual's hands for carrying.
  • the strap 250 may be in the form of an adjustable belt which encircles the container 200 as shown in Figures 39 and 42, for example. In some embodiments, the strap 250 may not encircle the container and may terminate at the tabs 214.
  • the strap may adjustable in length.
  • the strap may include a buckle mechanism 3902 that may enable the strap to be lengthened and shortened through appropriate adjustments.
  • the strap 250 may include two buckle mechanisms 3902A and 3902B as shown in Figures 39 and 40.
  • the strap 250 may also include a handle structure 3904.
  • the strap 250 may be made of a variety of materials.
  • the strap 250 may be constructed of leather, nylon, polyester, cloth, rope, cord, or other suitable material, including both man-made and synthetic material, or combinations thereof.
  • the strap 250 may be attached to the container 200 at two or more locations.
  • the strap 250 may be attached on either side of the lid 212, passing through the first slot 216 in the tab 214, and passing through the second slot 218 on the bottom of the container as shown in Figures 41 and 44.
  • the strap 250 may be removable. It should be appreciated that the container 200 may have both a handle 114 and a strap 250.
  • a bag 500 may be provided which may be configured and dimensioned to fit into an interior volume of a container 502.
  • the container 502 may be similar in structure to the container 100 or 200 described herein.
  • the bag 500 may be a harmonic bag which is both collapsible and extensible in size to fit within the interior volume of the container 502.
  • the bag 500 may be harmonically structured to extend and collapse in a vertical dimension.
  • the container 502 may be collapsed and expanded with the bag 500 in place, as shown, for example in Figure 49, which is fully described below.
  • the bag 500 may be neoprene or another suitable, flexible material with insulative properties, such as, for example, plastic material.
  • the bag 502 may have a tension wire 508 mated with a top portion 510 to stretch the bag 500 to fit the full size of the container 502 and to provide rigidity to the top portion 510 of the bag 500 to facilitate loading and unloading of the bag 500.
  • a frame 506 may be attached over the tension wire 508, a frame 506 may be attached.
  • the frame 506 may be sewn or otherwise attached to the bag 500.
  • the frame 506 may be neoprene or another suitable, flexible material, such as, for example, plastic material.
  • the frame 506 may have a closure device 512B on its inner perimeter.
  • the closure device 512B may be a zipper or other suitable closure device, such as, for example, velcro.
  • a bag lid 504 may be configured to mate with the frame 506 and attach to the closure device 512B to provide a seal to the top portion of the bag.
  • the bag lid 504 which may also be neoprene or another suitable, flexible material with insulative properties, such as, for example, plastic material, may have a closure device 512A around its outer perimeter designed to mate with the closure device 512B on the inner perimeter of the frame, for example 512A, which may be a zipper other suitable closure device, such as, for example, velcro.
  • the bag 500 may be removable from the container 502. It should be appreciated that when removed, the bag 500 may be used as a separate container. It should also be appreciated that the container may possess insulative properties and use the bag to provide added insulation.
  • Figure 49 shows a sequence for assembling the bag 500.
  • Figures 49A-K show the attachment of the bag lid to the top frame of the bag to seal the bag in an expanded container and the subsequent collapsing of the container with the bag in place and sealed with its lid.
  • the components are shown in an exploded view. These components are the same as shown in Figure 45, for example.
  • the tension wire 508 has been attached to the top portion 510 of the bag 500.
  • Figure 49C the frame 506 has been attached to the top portion 510 of the bag 500, enclosing the tension wire 508.
  • the lid 504 is ready for attachment.
  • Figures 49E and 49F the attachment of the lid 504 is conducted.
  • the lid 504 may be attached to the frame by a closure device 512, such as a zipper or velcro.
  • a closure device 512 such as a zipper or velcro.
  • the bag 500 is compressed into the container 502 from its Figure 49E position.
  • the lid 504 attachment is completed.
  • the bag 500 is extended upward to be at a level with the upper edge of the top section 514 of the container 502.
  • the container 502 is started to be compressed or collapsed.
  • the top section 522 of the container 502 has been pushed down to be substantially coincident with the next lower section 524.
  • the collapsing of the container 502 continues to a next position.
  • the sections 522 and 524 have been pushed down to be substantially coincident with the next lower section 526.
  • the container 502 is fully collapsed.
  • each of the sections 522, 524, and 526 have been collapsed to be coincident with the bottom section 528.
  • the bag 500 is fully collapsed, but remains inside of the container and remains sealed with the lid 504.

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L'invention concerne, dans des modes de réalisation représentatifs, un récipient repliable. Lorsqu'il est replié, l'espace occupé par le récipient est inférieur à sa taille d'origine. Le récipient peut être déployé à partir de l'état replié. Lorsqu'il est déployé, le récipient peut être utilisé pour transporter et / ou stocker divers objets, par exemple des aliments et des produits liquides. Le récipient peut être déployé jusqu'à un ou plusieurs états intermédiaires en-deçà de l'état entièrement déployé. Le récipient peut être constitué de plusieurs sections et peut être proposé dans des tailles diverses. Le récipient peut comprendre un couvercle et une poignée. Selon des modes de réalisation représentatifs, le récipient peut faire fonction de glacière et peut posséder des propriétés isolantes.
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