WO2022178390A1

WO2022178390A1 - Electromagnetic radiation shielding receptacle assembly

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Publication number: WO2022178390A1
Application number: PCT/US2022/017236
Authority: WO
Inventors: Victoria May GRANTHAM
Original assignee: The Cube 5 Inc.
Priority date: 2021-02-22
Filing date: 2022-02-22
Publication date: 2022-08-25

Abstract

The disclosure herein provides methods, systems, and devices for deflecting, redirecting, and/or preventing the transmission of electromagnetic radiation into the body of a user that has positioned an electronic portable device near and/or on the user's body via a bag and/or pocket and/or other receptacle, in some embodiments, the foregoing may generally be based on utilizing a metal mesh system that is configured to deflect, redirect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation.

Description

ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION SHIELDING RECEPTACLE ASSEMBLY

INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE TO ANY PRIORITY APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims priority benefit to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/152,072, filed February 22, 2021, titled “ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION SHIELDING RECEPTACLE ASSEMBLY,” which is hereby incorporated by reference m its entirety herein.

Field

[0002] The embodiments of the disclosure generally relate to receptacles for holding objects, and more particularly to systems, devices, and methods for receptacles configured to receive objects emitting radiofrequency energy.

Description of the Related Art

[0003] With the development of new technologies, people are carrying with increasing frequency objects that emit radio frequency energy. For example, many people today carry_' cellular telephones that emit non-ionizing radiation that allows cellular telephones to electronically communicate with ground station cellular antennas. Additionally, people are now carrying multiple cellular phones in their pockets and/or in bags that people carry' close to their bodies. Further, many people carry' other mobile devices, such as handheld computers or the like, and these electronic devices also emit electromagnetic waves in order for such devices to electronically communicate with an electronic communications network. Oftentimes, these devices are placed very close to the body of a user. Accordingly, the user's body is in close proximity to the electromagnetic waves that are being emitted by such devices in order for such devices to communicate wirelessly to an electronic computer network. Often, such electromagnetic waves are being directed at or near important and/or sensitive tissues and/or bodily organs of a user. Accordingly, the human body is absorbing large amounts of electromagnetic radiation emanating from electronic devices that people are holding closely to their bodies.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0004] These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present application are described with reference to drawings of certain embodiments, which are intended to il!ustrate, but not to limit, the present disclosure. It is to be understood that the attached drawings are for the purpose of illustrating concepts disclosed in the present application and may not be to scale.

[0005] FIG. 1 illustrates a top-down view' of an embodiment of a proximal layer.

[0006] FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of the embodiment of the proximal layer in

FIG. 1.

[0007] FIG. 3 illustrates a stacked view of possible layers of an embodiment of a proximal layer.

[0008] FIG. 4 illustrates a stacked view of possible layers of an embodiment of a proximal layer.

[0009] FIG. 5 illustrates an embodiment of a proximal layer coupled with a distal layer to form an embodiment of a receptacle.

[0010] FIG. 6 illustrates an embodiment of a bag comprising a second compartment positioned within a first compartment.

[0011] FIG. 7 illustrates an embodiment of a receptacle comprising a proximal layer forming a portion of a proximal side of the receptacle,

[0012] FIG. 8, there is illustrated an embodiment of a thread composite.

[0013] FIGS, 9A and 9B are illustrations of shielding properties of a thread composite.

[0014] The figures are drawn for ease of explanation of the basic teachings of the present disclosure only; the extensions of the figures with respect to number, position, relationship, and dimensions of the parts to form the preferred embodiment will be explained or will be within the skill of the art after the following teachings of the present disclosure have been read and understood. Further, the exact dimensions and dimensional proportions to conform to specific force, weight, strength, and similar requirements will likewise be within the skill of the art after the following teachings of the present disclosures have been read and understood.

SUMMARY

[0015] Any feature, structure, or step disclosed herein can be replaced with or combined with any other feature, structure, or step disclosed herein, or omitted. Further, for purposes of summarizing the disclosure, certain aspects, advantages, and features of the inventions have been described herein. It is to be understood that not necessarily any or all such advantages are achie ved m accordance with any particular embodiment of the inventions disclosed herein. No individual aspects of this disclosure are essential or indispensable.

[0016] In a first aspect, a hag assembly for storing a device that emits electromagnetic radiation is described. The bag assembly comprises a first compartment for receiving and containing objects, and a second compartment attached to the first compartment. Although, other bag assemblies may include the second compartment alone. The second compartment comprises a distal layer and a proximal layer. The distal layer comprises a material that permits transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the distal layer. The proximal layer deflects, redirects, or prevents transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the proximal layer. The proximal layer and the distal layer are coupled together to form a receptacle for receiving the device. The proximal layer is configured to be positioned closer to the body of a user than the distal layer while the bag assembly is being used.

[0017] The proximal layer comprises a plurality of layers joined together. The plurality of layers comprises: a first outer layer comprising a material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation, a second outer layer also comprising a material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation, and/or a shielding layer, which is configured to prevent, deflect, or redirect electromagnetic radiation. The shielding layer is positioned between the first outer layer and the second outer layer. In any of the bag assemblies described herein, the distal layer may permit the transmission of electromagnetic radiation or include a similar construction to the proximal layer.

[0018] In another aspect, a method of manufacturing a bag assembly is described. The method comprises providing a distal layer comprising a material that permits transmission of electromagnetic radiation. The method also comprises creating a proximal layer, which comprises providing a shielding layer configured to prevent, deflect, or redirect electromagnetic radiation, positioning the shielding layer between a first outer layer and a second outer layer, each of the first outer layer and the second outer layer comprising the material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation. The method also comprises joining the first outer layer, the second outer layer, and the shielding layer. Finally, the method comprises forming a receptacle by coupling the proximal layer and the distal layer. [0019] In some embodiments, the second compartment of the bag assembly is smaller than the first compartment. The second compartment of the bag assembly may be positioned within the first compartment, for example suspended in the first compartment or share a layer or wall with the first component. In other configurations, the second compartment may be positioned external of the first compartment.

[0020] In various embodiments the proximal and distal layers are connected together. For example, the layers could be stitched together along the perimeter of the second compartment. In another example, the layers could be adhered together along the perimeter with a glue or other adhesive. In another example, the layers could be joined by rivets along the perimeter.

[0021] In various embodiments, the plurality of layers are joined. For example, the plurality' of layers could be joined by an adhesive, which could be water- based, which is applied to one or more of the layers. In another example, the plurality' of layers could be merged together into a laminate, which would form a single sheet. Additionally, a film material could be positioned between the shielding layer and the first or second outer layer. The film material could be heated to activate and join the plurality⁷ of layers. In another example, the layers eould be joined through a combination of different adhesives or methods.

[0022] In some embodiments, the shielding layer comprises a metal mesh material. The shielding layer could be a composite material,

[0023] Some embodiments of the invention could include a visible indicator of one of the distal or proximal layers, allowing the user to see which way to turn the bag assembly to use it correctly. The indicator could be an arrow, a logo, a word, or some other symbol.

DESCRIPTION

[0024] With the development of new portable electronic devices, people are increasingly carrying electronic devices in their pockets, in their bags and the like. In many instances, these electronic devices are configured to emit radio frequencies, electromagnetic radiation, thermal energy, and the like in order to function and slash or communicate with an electronic wireless network. In creating these electromagnetic waves, the electronic portable devices are transmitting such radiofrequency energy into the bodies of users. The transmission of such electromagnetic radiation into the bodies of users can negatively impact the tissue and s!ash organs and slash or organs of the bodies of a user. For example, such radiation exposure has been linked to a myriad of adverse biological effects, including increases in cancer rates for various body organs, reproductive dysfunction, DNA breaks, creation of reactive oxygen species, immune dysfunction, stress protein synthesis in the brain, altered brain development, and sleep and memory disturbances. Moreover, studies have shown observable blood changes due to cell phone radiation exposure. Havas, Magda, "Radiation from wireless technology affects the blood, the heart, and the autonomic nervous system 1)" Reviews on Environmental Health, vol. 28, no. 2-3, 2013, pp. 75-84; Dr Beverly Rubik PhD, Does Short-term Exposure to Cell Phone Radiation Affect the Blood? Wise Traditions m Food, Farming, and the Healing Arts, 2014;15(4): 19-28. Studies have even shown correlations between COVTD-10 cases and deaths and areas with 5G technology. TSIANG, Angela; HAVAS, Magda, CQVID-19 Attributed Cases and Deaths are Statistically Higher in States and Counties with 5th Generation Millimeter Wave Wireless Telecommunications in the United States, Medical Research Archives, [S.L], v. 9, n. 4, apr. 2021. Accordingly, there is a need for reflecting and/or redirecting and/or preventing the transmission of such electromagnetic radiation from reaching the tissue and/or organs of a user of the electronic portable device. Therefore, it can be advantageous for a user to utilize a receptacle to contain the electronic portable device such that the electromagnetic radiation being emitted from the electronic portable device is substantially deflected away or substantially redirected away from the body of the user or is substantially prevented from being transmitted into the body of the user.

[0025] The disclosure herein provides methods, systems, and devices for deflecting, redirecting, and/or preventing the transmission of electromagnetic radiation into the body of a user that has positioned an electronic portable device near and/or on the user’s body via a bag and/or pocket and/or other receptacle. In some embodiments, the foregoing may generally be based on utilizing a metal mesh system that is configured to deflect, redirect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation.

[0026] in some embodiments, assembly systems disclosed herein comprise a bag assembly, in some embodiments, the bag assembly comprises a first compartment for receiving and containing objects. For example, objects can comprise but are not limited to portable devices configured to unit electromagnetic waves from, frequency, thermal energy, electromagnetic waves, or the like. The first compartment may include a first layer and a second layer defining an interior space for receiving and containing the objects. Each of the first layer and the second layer may include an exterior facing surface that is exposed to the environment and an interior facing surface. The assembly may include a handle or strap attached to the first compartment. At least one side, for example an upper side, of the first compartment may be open or configured to be opened to receive objects. The first compartment may include one or more closure features to close the open side of the first compartment, for example a zipper, button, magnetic fastener, tie closure, and/or the like.

[0027] In some embodiments, the bag assembly comprises a second compartment. In some embodiments, the second compartment is positioned within the first compartment of the bag assembly. The second compartment may be smaller than the first compartment. The second compartment may include a proximal layer and a distal layer defining an interior space for receiving a portable device configured to emit electromagnetic waves from, frequency, thermal energy, electromagnetic waves, or the like. In some configurations, the second compartment may be attached to the interior facing surface of the first layer and/or the second layer of the bag assembly. The second compartment may share a layer with the first compartment or have distinct layers from the first compartment. In some configurations, the second compartment may be suspended between the first and second layers of the first compartment such that there is open space between the second compartment and each of the first and second layers of the first compartment. In other embodiments, the second compartment may be external to and attached to the first compartments. In yet other configurations, the bag assembly may include the second compartment without the first compartment. In any of the embodiments described herein, the second compartment may be removable from the first compartment. The second compartment may have at least one side, for example an upper side, that is open or configured to be opened to receive objects. The second compartment may include one or more closure features to close the open side of the second compartment, for example a zipper, button, magnetic fastener, tie closure, and/or the like. The second compartment may include a handle or strap attached to the first compartment.

[0028] In some embodiments, the second compartment comprises a distal layer and a proximal layer. In some embodiments, the proximal layer is positioned closest to the body of the user. In some embodiments, the distal layer comprises a material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the distal layer. For example, the distal layer, or any other layers disclosed m the embodiments herein, can comprise leather, cloth, polyurethane, polyvinylchloride, silk, plastic, linen, eco-friendly fabrics, bio fabrications (for example, materials made from yeast and/or vegetable-based substances), natural fibers, for example, in woven or knitted structures, such as cotton canvas, cotton twill, or cotton jersey knit, recycled nylon and/or polyester materials, in woven or knitted structures or the like. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a material that is configured to deflect, redirect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the proximal layer. For example, the proximal layer can comprise a composite material. In some embodiments, the proximal layer is a composite material that is constructed as a laminate. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a first layer of material configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a second layer comprising a film material that is configured to be activated by the application of heat. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a third layer comprising a metal mesh material configured to prevent, deflect, and/or redirect electromagnetic radiation that reaches the material. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a fourth layer of material that is configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation. In some embodiments, the forgoing four layers of the proximal layer are coupled together into a laminate when heat is applied to all four layers thereby creating a monolithic sheet of material.

[0029] In some embodiments, a first outer layer (for example, leather), a radiation shielding material internal layer, and a second outer layer (for example, leather or other material) are joined together by a water-based glue, that is sprayed onto the back side of the first outer layer, and/or both sides of the shielding material, and/or the backside of the second outer later (for example, a bonding material). In some embodiments, this is a dry gluing process with about 5 minutes drying time required, and wherein no heat is required for this process. In some embodiments, the three joined layers are then passed through an industrial roller with an adjustment based on thickness.

[0030] In some embodiments, the proximal layer is not a laminate but rather is constructed as a composite of materials. For example, in some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises two outer layers together with a metal mesh layer that are sandwiched together by sewing or adhering the edges of the outer layers, in some embodiments, the outer layers comprise materials that are configured to allow transmission of electromagnetic radiation as such materials have been described herein. For example, the outer layers can comprise materials such as leather, cloth, polyurethane, polyvinylchloride, silk, plastic, cotton, biofabrics, vegetable- based materials, or the like.

[0031] In some embodiments, the proximal layer and the distal layer are coupled together to form a receptacle for receiving portable device. In some embodiments, the proximal layer and the distal layer are stitched together along the perimeter of the layers. In some embodiments, the proximal layer and the distal layer are adhered together along the edges of the layers.

[0032] In some embodiments, the second compartment is positioned within the first compartment of the bag assembly in such a w¾y that the proximal layer of the second compartment is closest to the body of the user. In some embodiments, the second compartment is configured to receive an electronic portable device such that wdien the user is carrying the bag assembly, the electromagnetic radiation produced by the electronic portable device positioned within the second compartment are directed, reflected, redirected, away from the users body because the metal mesh material that is part of the composite material of the proximal layer prevents the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the proximal layer.

[0033] Although the proximal and distal layers may have different constructions, the proximal and distal layers may be visually indistinguishable. For example, the distal layer can include the same material as the first and fourth materials or outer layers of the proximal layer. In some embodiments, the bag assembly comprises a marking to indicate to the user how the bag should be worn by the user such that the proximal layer of the second compartment is positioned closest to the body of the user relative to the distal layer of the second compartment. In some embodiments, the markings for indicating how the user should wear the bag can include but are not limited to a logo, a word, a symbol, a texture, a direction, an arrowy a color, or a combination one or more of the foregoing. In some embodiments, the bag assembly comprises a shape wherein the shape indicates to the user how the hag should be worn such that the proximal layer of the bag assembly is positioned closest to the body of the user. By positioning the proximal layer closest to the user’s body, the electromagnetic radiation emanating from an electronic device that is positioned within the bag assembly is reflected and/or redirected away from the user’s body, and/or is prevented from being transmitted towards the user’s body.

[0034] It can be advantageous for the second compartment to comprise a distal layer that is configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation while simultaneously comprising a proximal layer that is configured to redirect, deflect, or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation in order to protect the user and/or shield the user from electromagnetic radiation emanating from the electronic device while simultaneously allowing the electronic portable device to communicate with an electronic wireless network.

[0035] In some embodiments, it can be advantageous to position the metal mesh material between two outer layers in order to protect the metal mesh layer from being degraded and/or damaged due to direct contact with an electronic portable device that is being taken in and out of the second compartment. For example, if the metal mesh layer was in direct contact with the electronic device being positioned in and out of the second compartment, the electronic device would rub against the metal mesh material thereby degrading or damaging the metal mesh material overtime.

[0036] In some embodiments, wherein the second compartment is positioned within the first compartment, the proximal layer can be m contact with objects on both sides of the proximal layer, and therefore, it can be advantageous to have the metal mesh material be sandwiched between two outer protective players in order to ensure that the metal mesh material is not degraded or damaged on either side of the metal mesh material layer. Such degrading and/or damaging of the metal mesh material could result in the metal mesh material allowing electromagnetic radiation to be transmitted through the material or reduce the ability of the metal mesh material to deflect or redirect electromagnetic radiation. Accordingly, a degraded or damaged metal mesh material could allow electromagnetic radiation to reach the body of the user.

[0037] In order to better protect the metal mesh material, the embodiments disclosed herein can comprise a metal mesh material that is sandwiched between two outer layers in order to protect the metal mesh material overtime. In some embodiments, it can be advantageous to position the metal mesh material between two outer layers in order to prevent the user’s fingers or hands from coming into direct contact with the metal mesh material, which in some embodiments can be harmful to humans, for example depending on the nickel content, hut advantageous in deflect or redirecting electromagnetic radiation.

[0038] In some embodiments, the proximal layer can form the entire side or substantially the entire side or a portion of the side of a proximal side of a receptacle, for example, a bag, wherein the proximal side of the receptacle is the side of the receptacle closest to the user of the receptacle.

[0039] The embodiments disclosed herein can also be applied to other receptacles such as but not limited to compartments in pants, shirts, hats, shoes, fanny packs, jackets, bags, luggage, and the like.

[0040] In reference to FIG. 1, there is illustrated a top-down view of an embodiment of a proximal layer 102 comprising multiple layers. In some embodiments, proximal layer 102 can comprise an outer layer 104. In some embodiments, the outer layer 104 comprises a material that is configured to transmit electromagnetic radiation. For example, the outer layer 104 can comprise but is not limited to leather, cloth, polyurethane, polyvinylchloride, silk, plastic, suede, cotton, bio-based materials, vegetable-based materials, or any other materials. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 102 can comprise an internal bonding material 106. For example, the internal bonding material 106 can be heat activated. In some embodiments, the internal bonding material 106 and the glues and other bonding materials disclosed in the embodiments herein can comprise but is not limited to Tandy leather eco-flo leather weld adhesive, Barge all-purpose cement, or other similar bonding material that is water-based, and/or comprises a low V.O.C. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 102 can comprise a shielding material 108. In some embodiments, the shielding material 108 can comprise a metal mesh that is configured to deflect, redirect, and/or prevent transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the shielding material 108. For example, the shielding material 108 can comprise copper or nickel, polyester, cobalt alloy, silver, or other metal alloy materials, or a combination of two or more of the foregoing. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 102 can comprise a second outer layer (not shown) that is positioned underneath the shielding material 108 in FIG. 1. The bonding material 106 can have the same length and width as the outer layer 104 and/or the second outer layer. The bonding material 106 can be applied across an entire surface of the outer layer 104 such that the entire interior surface of the outer layer 104 can be bonded to the shielding material 108. In other embodiments, the bonding material 106 is only applied to a portion of the interior surface, for example along a perimeter of the interior surface such that only a perimeter of the outer layer 104 is bonded to the shielding material 108. In other embodiments, the shielding material 108 may be smaller than the outer layer 104 and/or the second outer layer, for example such that a perimeter of the outer layer 104 may be bonded to the second outer layer without contacting the shielding material 108.

[0041] In connection with FIG. 2, there is illustrated a side view' of the embodiment of the proximal layer 102 shown in FIG. 1. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 102 can comprise an outer layer 104. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 102 can comprise an internal bonding material 106. In some embodiments, layer 102 can comprise a shielding material 108. In some embodiments, the shielding material 108 can be configured to reflect, redirect, and or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the shielding material 108. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 102 can comprise a second outer layer 110. In some embodiments, the outer layer 110 and the outer layer 104 can comprise a material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the outer layers 110, 104. In some embodiments, the internal bonding material 106 can be configured to adhere outer layer 104, shielding material 108, and outer layer 110 together as a monolithic sheet,

[0042] FIG. 3 illustrates a stacked view of possible layers of the proximal layer 102 shown in FIGS. 1 and 2. In some embodiments, the proximal layer can comprise four layers of materials as illustrated in FIG. 3. In some embodiments, the proximal layer can comprise two outer layers 302, 308. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises two inner layers 304, 306. In some embodiments, the inner layer 304 can comprise an adhesive layer 304. In some embodiments, the inner layer 306 can comprise a shielding material that is configured to redirect, reflect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the shielding material. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer 304 can be configured to adhere the four layers 302, 304, 306, 308 of the proximal layer together as a monolithic sheet. The adhesive layer 304 may be a physical layer with sufficient thickness and rigidity that the adhesive layer 304 can be cut and/or handled without application to another layer or material. Each of the layers 302, 304, 306, 308 have the same length and width. In other configurations, the outer layers 302, 308 can have a greater length and/or width than one or both inner layers 304, 306. When the inner layer 306 having the shielding material is a mesh material, the adhesive layer 304 can extend through the mesh to bond the four layers together.

[0043] FIG. 4 illustrates a stacked view of possible layers of the proximal layer 102 shown in FIGS. 1 and 2. In some embodiments, a layer of a compartment can comprise three layers of materials as illustrated in FIG. 4. In some embodiments, the compartment layer can comprise two outer layers 402, 406. In some embodiments, the outer layers 402, 406 can comprise a material that is configured to permit the transmission of electronic magnetic radiation. In some embodiments, the inner layer 404 can comprise a shielding material that is configured to redirect, reflect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the shielding material. In the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 4, the three layers of the compartment layer can be coupled together to form a monolithic sheet by sewing the outer layers 402, 406 to each other around the perimeters of the outer layers 402, 406. In some embodiments, the outer layer is 402, 406 can be adhered to each other around at least the perimeters or borders of the outer layers 402, 406. In some embodiments, an adhesive is applied to the entirely of one or both of the outer layers 402, 406. In some embodiments, the composite layer as illustrated in FIG. 4, does not comprise an adhesive layer that bonds together the layers across the entire or substantially the entire sheet but rather only bonds the layers in certain portions. The foregoing embodiment can be advantageous in reducing the need for adhesive material, or providing greater flex to the layer, or reducing manufacturing fumes from the layer, increasing manufacturing ease of the layer, or reducing stiffness of the material, or the like. Any of these methods of coupling may be used m combination. When the inner layer 404 having the shielding material is a mesh material, the adhesive can extend through the mesh to bond the four layers together.

[0044] Referring to FIG. 5, there is illustrated an embodiment of a proximal layer coupled with a distal layer to form an embodiment of a receptacle. In some embodiments, the compartment 506 can comprise a first layer 502 and a second layer 504. In some embodiments, the first layer 502 can be a proximal layer 502 and the second layer 504 can be a distal layer 504, where in the distal layer 504 is positioned furthest away from a user’s body that is holding the compartment 506, and wherein the proximal layer 502 is positioned closest to the user’s body that is holding the compartment 506. The proximal layer 502 can be constructed like any of the proximal layers described above. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 502 can compnse a shielding material that is configured to reflect, redirect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the proximal layer 502. In some embodiments, the distal layer 504 can comprise a material configured to allow the transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the distal layer 504.

[0045] FIG. 6 illustrates an embodiment of a bag assembly comprising a second compartment positioned within a first compartment, in some embodiments, the bag assembly 602 can comprise a first compartment 603 wherein a second compartment 604 is positioned within the first compartment 603. In some embodiments, the second compartment 604 comprises a proximal layer 606 and a distal layer 605. In some embodiments, the proximal layer 606 is positioned furthest from the marking 608 and the distal layer 605 is positioned closest to the marking 608. In some embodiments, the marking 608 can be used by a user to indicate how the bag assembly 602 should be worn such that the proximal layer 606 is positioned closest to the user's body. In some embodiments, the distal layer 605 can comprise a material that is configured to allow' the transmission of electromagnetic radiation emanating from an electronic device positioned within the second compartment 604, In some embodiments, the second compartment 604 comprises a proximal layer 606 that is configured to redirect and/or reflect electromagnetic radiation away from the user’s body, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation toward the user’s body, wherein the electromagnetic radiation is emanating from an electronic device positioned within the second compartment 604.

[0046] In FIG. 7, there is illustrated an embodiment of a receptacle comprising a proximal layer forming a portion of a proximal side of the receptacle. The receptacle can include any of the features of the second compartments described herein but standalone without the first compartment. In some embodiments, the receptacle assembly 702 can comprise a proximal layer 704. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a shielding material configured to prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation towards the body of a user that is carrying the receptacle assembly 702. In some embodiments, the receptacle assembly 702 comprises a shape that indicates to the user how the receptacle assembly 702 should be carried or positioned relative to the user's body such that the proximal layer 704 is positioned closest to the user's body. By positioning the proximal layer 704 closest to the position of the user’s body, electromagnetic radiation emanating from an electronic device positioned within the receptacle assembly 702 is redirected and/or reflected away from the proximal layer 704 and away from the user’s body, and the electromagnetic radiation is not permitted to be transmitted through the proximal layer 704 and is not permitted to be directed towards the user’s body.

[0047] In some embodiments, the outer layers of the devices disclosed herein is a leather and in some embodiments the leather is a calf leather and/or a cow leather or other kind of leather or material. In some embodiments, the outer layers of the devices disclosed herein comprise a variable thickness from 1.3mm to 1.8mm. In some embodiments, the outer layers of the devices disclosed herein comprise a thickness of 0.1 mm, 0.2mm, 0.3 mm, 0.4mm, 0.5mm, 0.6mm, 0.7mm, 0.8mm, 0.9mm, 1.0mm, 1.1mm, 1.2mm, 1.3mm, 1.4mm, 1.5mm, 1.6mm, 1.7mm, 1.8mm, 1.9mm, 2.0mm, 2.1mm, 2.2mm, 2.3mm, 2.4mm, 2.5mm, 2.6mm, 2.7mm, 2.8mm, 2.9mm, 3.1mm, or the like.

[0048] In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein can require heat activation. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein does not require heat activation and couples the plurality' of layers of the via air drying. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer can comprise a gluing process wherein an industrial roller is used with an adjustment based on thickness. In some embodiments, the adhesive used in the embodiments herein is a water-based glue. In some embodiments, adhesive used m the embodiments herein is sprayed on the inner surfaces of one and/or both and/or a portion of the outer layers. In some embodiments, the two outer layers comprise the same material, and in some embodiments, the material of the first outer layer comprise different material from the second outer layer. For example, the first outer layer can comprise leather whereas the second outer layer comprises a cloth or other material, such as mistral In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein can require a glue that can set in about 1 minute, 2 minutes 3 minutes 4 minutes 5 minutes or more to dry and after drying the layers are immediate bonded. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein can he a water-based glue. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein can he a non-polluting and/or non-toxic or dangerous for those using or applying the glue. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein can comprise a glue compound wherein an air machine is used vacuum all excess glue particles. In some embodiments, the adhesive layer of the devices disclosed herein can comprise a glue that requires drying before proceeding with gluing, otherwise the glue does not stick to the other layers.

[0049] In reference to FIG. 8, there is illustrated an embodiment of a thread composite 800. In some embodiments, the metal mesh material in connection with the embodiments disclosed herein can comprise a thread made from a composite of materials. In some embodiments, the metal mesh material used in connection with the embodiments disclosed herein comprises a thread having a composite of non-metal materials and metal materials. In some embodiments, the metal mesh material is created using one or more types of thread composites wherein each thread composite comprises a composite of different materials. In some embodiments, the thread having a composite of materials, each layer or tube of material being coaxial with each other. The thread can be a composite of at least two, at least three, at least four, or at least five materials. The thread composite 800 can include polyester, nickel, copper, and/or a nickel-cobalt alloy. In some embodiments, the thread composite can include a core 810 such as a polyester core. In some embodiments, the thread composite having a core 810 surrounded by a first layer 808 such as a nickel layer. In some embodiments, the thread composite can include a core 810 wrapped in a first layer 808 and a second layer 806 such as a copper layer. In some embodiments, the thread can include a core 810, which is surrounded by a first layer 808, which in turn is surrounded in a second layer 806 and a third layer 804 which can include the same material as the second layer 808, In some embodiments, the thread composite having a core 810 wrapped in a first layer 808, a second layer 806, a third layer 804, and an outer layer 802 such as a nickel cobalt alloy layer. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that other thread compositions are possible for use in manufacturing the metal mesh layer disclosed in the embodiments herein. In some embodiments, the metal mesh layer is a faraday fabric. In some embodiments, the metal mesh layer is a copper fabric,

[0050] In some embodiments, the shielding layer is constructed from the thread materials disclosed herein are configured to provide near field magnetic RF shielding from electronic devices emitting electromagnetic radiation, for example, RF shielding from 65-100 dB over 303MHz to IGHz, 2GHz, 3 GHz, 4GHz, or 5 GHz, is configurable for the shielding layers disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the shielding layer is configured to be light weight, for example, 10 g/m², 20 g/m², 30 g/m², 40 g/m², 50 g/'m², 60 g/m², 70 g/m², 80 g/m². 90 g/m², 100 g/m², 110 g/m², 100 g/m², 120 g/m², 130 g/m², 140 g/m², 150 g/m², 160 g/m², 170 g/m², 180 g/m² 190 g/m² 200 g/m². In some embodiments, the shielding layer material is flexible. In some embodiments, the shielding layer comprises a taffeta weave, which can be tight, high density, or loosely woven, low density. In some embodiments, a taffeta weave means a medium to lightweight fabric of a smooth and fine texture and plain weave. In some embodiments, the shielding layer is configured to have a resistivity less than 0.1 Ohm/sq.

[0051] In some embodiments, the shielding material is configured to block or substantially block, and/or reduce Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cell signals, including but not limited to 3G networks, 4G networks, 5G netwOrks, GPS, RFID, and radio signals with 50-100dB shielding rating from lOMhz to 5Ghz. For example, the shielding material can have an attenuation rating of at least 60 dB, at least 70 dB, or at least 80 dB across communications frequencies ranging from at least about 10 kHz and/or less than or equal to about 40 Ghz, for example between 1 GHz and 5 GHz or between 25 GHz and 39 GHz. When incorporated into a bag assembly, the bag assembly can shield against RF energy from cell phone communication bands, RFID signals, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. In some embodiments, the shielding material is configured to provide EMF shielding and/or RFI shielding. In some embodiments, the metal mesh materia] can comprise a thread count of 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170, 180, 190, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900, or 1000 or the like. In some embodiments, the shielding material comprises a ratio a thickness to weight ratio of less than, equal to, or greater than 1:1, 1:100, 1 : 1000, 1 : 10000, or the like. In some embodiments, the shielding material comprises other ratios of the characteristics, features, measurements, or the like.

[0052] With reference to FIGS. 9A and 9B, there are illustrations of shielding properties of a thread composite. In some embodiments, the thread composite illustrated in FIGS. 8 comprises the metal shielding properties illustrated in the charts of FIGS. 9A and FIGS. 9B. In some embodiments, the thread composite illustrated in FIGS. 8 comprises a metal shielding property wherein the shielding effectiveness increases with the frequency of the radiation being directed at the thread composite. In some embodiments, the thread composition illustrated in FIGS. 8 comprises the electric field attenuation property illustrated in FIGS. 9B wherein as frequency increases the electric field attenuation also rises up to a point at which point the electric field attenuation starts to degrade with increasing frequency. [0053] In some embodiments, the method of manufacturing the proximal layer or shielding layer requires that the leather, the metal mesh material layer, and the fabric undergo a gross first cut to be processed more easily, in some embodiments, the leather is reduced in thickness, and can require the elimination of all flesh of the leather (for example, the leather can be halved m its thickness, bringing it to 0.7 mm). In some embodiments, the materials can be glued together. In some embodiments, the finished panel can be cut clean with the desired size (for example, a pocket or a bag body). In some embodiments, the method manufacture includes a rib finish process wherein the edges of the panel are given a richer finish by using a resin tint.

[0054] As used herein, the terms “radiation,” “radiofrequency,” “electromagnetic radiation,” “radio waves,” are broad interchangeable terms that include but are not limited to electromagnetic radiation (EMR), electromagnetic fields (EMF), extremely low frequencies (ELF), radio frequencies (RF) and thermal radiation.

[0055] As disclosed herein, the proximal layer and/or shielding layer can be configured to redirect, reflect, and/or prevent the transmission of el ectromagnetic radiation. It will be understood by those having ordinary skill in the art that the proximal layer and/or the shielding layer as disclosed in the embodiments herein are configured to entirely, substantially, or partially redirect, reflect, and/or prevent the transmission of electromagnetic radiation. Embodiments

[0056] In some embodiments, the shielding device comprises a first receptacle apparatus. In some embodiments, the first receptacle apparatus comprises a second receptacle apparatus. In some embodiments, the second receptacle apparatus comprises a proximal layer and distal layer relative to the positioning of the layers to an exterior of a user. The proximal layer and distal layer coupled together to form a cavity. In some embodiments, the distal layer comprises leather or cloth. In some embodiments, the proximal layer comprises a composite material. In some embodiments, the composite material is a laminate material. In some embodiments, the laminate material comprises a first and second outer layers. In some embodiments, the first and second outer layers comprises a cloth or leather. In some embodiments, the laminate material comprises a film material and a metal mesh material between the first and second outer layers. In some embodiments, the first and second outer layers, the film material and the metal mesh material are adhered to each other by applying heat. In some embodiments, the cavity of the second receptacle apparatus is configured to receive an electronic device configured to emit at least one of an electromagnetic signal, a radio frequency energy, or a radiation. In some embodiments, the proximal layer is configured to deflect the at least of the electromagnetic signal, the radio frequency energy, or the radiation away from the exterior of the user. In some embodiments, the distal layer is configured to allow the electromagnetic radiation that is being deflected from the proximal layer to pass through the distal layer.

[0057] Although the inventions hereof have been described by way of several embodiments, it will be evident that other adaptations and modifications can be employed without departing from the spirit and scope thereof. The terms and expressions employed herein have been used as terms of description and not of limitation; and thus, there is no intent of excluding equivalents, but on the contrary, it is intended to cover any and ail equivalents that may be employed without departing from the spirit and scope of the inventions.

[0058] While the disclosure has been described with reference to certain embodiments, it will be understood that various changes may be made and equivalents may be substituted for elements thereof without departing from the scope of the disclosure. In addition, many modifications will be appreciated to adapt a particular instrument, situation, or material to the teachings of the disclosure without departing from the essential scope thereof. Therefore, it is intended that the disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiment disclosed as the best mode contemplated for carrying out this disclosure.

[0059] Although several embodiments and examples are disclosed herein, the present application extends beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and/or uses of the inventions and modifications and equivalents thereof. It is also contemplated that various combinations or subcombinations of the specific features and aspects of the embodiments may be made and still fall within the scope of the inventions. Accordingly, it should he understood that various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments can be combined with or substituted for one another in order to form varying modes of the disclosed inventions. To be clear, although certain features are described with respect to “some embodiments,” any of these features can be combined with or substituted for one another to form different combinations that are envisioned by the present disclosure. Further, the disclosure herein of any particular feature, aspect, method, property, characteristic, quality, attribute, element, or the like m connection with an implementation or embodiment can be used in all other implementations or embodiments set forth herein. Any methods disclosed herein need not be performed in the order recited. Thus, it is intended that the scope of the present inventions herein disclosed should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described above.

[0060] Note that the terms "first," "second," “third,” and “fourth” layers can be used interchangeably and to refer to any layer of the respective compartments.

[0061] While the embodiments disclosed herein are susceptible to various modifications, and alternative forms, specific examples thereof have been shown in the drawings and are herein described in detail. It should be understood, however, that the inventions are not to be limited to the particular forms or methods disclosed, but, to the contrary, the inventions are to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the various embodiments described. Any methods disclosed herein need not be performed in the order recited. The methods disclosed herein include certain actions taken by a practitioner; however, they can also include any third-party instruction of those actions, either expressly or by implication. The ranges disclosed herein also encompass any and all overlap, sub-ranges, and combinations thereof. Language such as “up to,” “at least,” “greater than,” “less than,” “between,” and the like includes the number recited. Numbers preceded by a term such as “about” or “approximately” include the recited numbers. For example, “about 10 mm” includes “10 mm.” Terms or phrases preceded by a term such as “substantially” include the recited term or phrase. For example, “substantially parallel” includes “parallel.”

Claims

Ti-IE FOLLOWING IS CLAIMED:

1. A bag assembly for storing a device that emits electromagnetic radiation, the bag assembly comprising: a first compartment for receiving and containing objects; and a second compartment attached to the first compartment, the second compartment comprising: a distal layer comprising a material that permits transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the distal layer; and a proximal layer that deflects, redirects, or prevents transmission of electromagnetic radiation through the proximal layer, the proximal layer and the distal layer coupled together to form a receptable for receiving the device, the proximal layer configured to be positioned closer to a body of a user than the distal layer, in use; the proximal layer comprising a plurality of layers joined together, the plurality of layers comprising: a first outer layer comprising the material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation; a second outer layer comprising the material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiation; and a shielding layer configured to prevent, deflect, or redirect electromagnetic radiation, the shielding layer positioned between the first outer layer and the second outer layer.

2. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the second compartment is within the first compartment.

3. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the proximal layer and the distal layer are stitched together along at least a portion of a perimeter of the second compartment.

4. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the proximal layer and the distal layer are adhered together along at least a portion of a perimeter of the second compartment.

5. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the plurality of layers are joined together by a water-based adhesive applied onto one or more of the plurality of layers.

6. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the plurality of layers joined together into a laminate to form a monolithic sheet.

7. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the plurality of layers further comprising a film material positioned between the shielding layer and the first outer layer or the second outer layer.

8. The bag assembly of claim 7, wherein the film material is configured to be acti vated by application of heat to join the first outer layer, the second outer layer, and the shielding layer.

9. The bag assembly of claim 1, wherein the shielding layer comprises a metal mesh material.

10. The bag assembly of claim 1, further comprising a visible indicator indicative of one of the distal layer or the proximal layer.

11. A method of manufacturing a bag assembly, the method comprising: providing a distal layer comprising a material that permits transmission of electromagnetic radiation ; creating a proximal layer comprising: providing a shielding layer configured to prevent, deflect, or redirect electromagnetic radiation positioning the shielding layer between a first outer layer and a second outer layer, each of the first outer layer and the second outer layer comprising the material that permits the transmission of electromagnetic radiati on ; joining the first outer layer, the second outer layer, and the shielding layer; and forming a receptacle by coupling the proximal layer and the distal layer.

12. The method of claim 11 , further comprising forming a first compartment for receiving and containing objects.

13. The method of claim 12, further comprising: positioning the receptacle within the first compartment; and attaching the receptacle to the first compartment.

14. The method of claim 11, wherein forming the receptacle comprises stitching the proximal layer and the distal layer together along at least a partial perimeter of the proximal layer and the distal layer.

15. The method of claim 11, wherein forming the receptacle comprises adhering the proximal layer and the distal layer together along at least a partial perimeter of the proximal layer and the distal layer.

16. The method of claim 11 , wherein joining the first outer layer, the second outer layer, and the shielding layer comprises applying a water-based adhesive to one or more of the first outer layer, the second outer layer, or the shielding layer.

17. The method of claim 11, wherein joining the first outer layer, the second outer layer, and the shielding layer creates a laminate forming a monolithic sheet.

18. The method of claim 11, wherein creating the proximal layer further comprises positioning a film material between the shielding layer and the first outer layer or the second outer layer.

19. The method of claim 18, further comprising applying heat to activate the film material.

20. The method of claim 11 , further comprising applying a visible indicator indicative of one of the distal layer or the proximal layer.