Insert Device Holding Mount

Abstract

A mounting system made to hold secure a custom insert device and be attached securely to a water sport board or vessel by an adhesive layer. The purpose of the insert device holding mount is to provide a small, lightweight, durable, reliable and convenient electronic device holder that can be unobtrusively attached to a water sport board or vessel and endure rough water environments and conditions. Our patent application includes our primary insert device as a water resistant time piece device, yet we plan to design a variety of insert devices with different functions for the benefit of the users. The device holding mount will be made of a soft, yet rigid water and weather resistant material. The material we will use is EVA foam, which is a type of polyethylene foam material. This EVA material is commonly used as a durable padding material in a wide variety of products. In the future different types of water and weather resistant materials may be used for the insert device holding mount if we find a more suitable or alternative material that will function using the same design elements stated herein.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The invention disclosed herein relates to the first small, unobtrusive surface mount insert device holding mount which adheres directly to a smooth planar surface for use primarily on a water sport board or vessel and is designed to hold an array of small water resistant insert device modules such as a time piece. This is the first time the concept of mounting a time piece or such device to a water sport board has been implemented in this manner.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Water board sports athletes have had the availability of a wrist watch as an informational device. Yet there are many who prefer not to wear a wrist watch or other device attached to their wrist while enjoying their water sports activities. A wrist watch can irritate the wrist, feel unbalanced and cumbersome and cause other annoyances to the person wearing the wrist watch. Another problem with a wrist watch that is worn only for water sports, is that it may be forgotten at home or in the car and therefore not available during a water sports session.

Therefore, it is desirable to have a suitable water resistant time piece or other desired device mounted directly on the water sport board in a convenient to view area. A water resistant time piece module and water sport board mount apparatus have been developed by the present inventor. The time piece and module mount will provide the user with confidence that the time piece will always be there on their board without them having to remember to bring it with them. Time can be conveniently monitored with a clock mounted on the essential piece of equipment for their sport. The mount and clock are small and sleek and will not hinder the user in any way. Upon further consideration, it is desirable to have other devices in addition to a time piece on the water sport board or vessel. Therefore the holding mount is designed to allow interchanging a variety of same sized insert device items including compass, thermometer and others.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

An object of this invention is to provide a mounting system for a water resistant time piece or a variety of other water resistant devices to be attached onto a water sport board or vessel. A further object of this invention is to give the water sport enthusiast the option of mounting desirable objects to their water sport boards or vessels in a convenient location of their choice, rather than have the item attached to their body or in a pocket out of sight and inconvenient to use.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention comprise an insert device module holding mount and water resistant time piece insert device module. The device holding mount has a top surface, a bottom surface and a center cavity in the top surface. The bottom surface of each device holding mount has an adhesive coating that readily adheres to a flat, planar surface of the water sport board or vessel. The insert device module holding mount may be adhered to a smooth surface of the board or vessel in any convenient location.

Further preferred embodiments include a logo or an emblem (such as a company logo, name or trademark and/or a stylistic design or message) disposed on the top surface of the insert device module holding mount and the insert device module unit.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a top view of the multi piece system of the invention 1.

FIG. 2 is a top, side elevation view of the Insert Device Holding Mount 2.

FIG. 3 is a side elevation view of the Insert Device Holding Mount 2.

FIG. 4 is a top, side elevation view of the Insert Device Module 11.

FIG. 5 is a front elevation view of the Insert Device Holding Mount 2 with Insert Device Module 11 inside.

FIG. 6 is a top view representation of a water sport board with the invention 1 placed in a recommended location on the top surface/deck of the board 16.

FIG. 7 is a top view of other exterior shape design options of the Insert Device Holding Mount 2

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

FIG. 1 is a top side view of the entire multi-piece water sport board insert device holding mount and the insert device being a water resistant time piece system 1 according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Generally, the water sport board insert device holding mount and insert device system 1 shown in FIG. 1 is comprised of multiple elements. The holder mount 2 and the inset clock 11 which is press fit into the holder cavity 4 in the top surface 3 of the holder mount 2.

In FIG. 2 the holding cavity 4 in the top surface 3 has vertical interior sides 5 and is slightly deeper than the insert (FIG. 4) thickness. Exterior sides 7 of the holding mount will be angled or curved to deflect water energy. The holder mount 2 is preferably made from, but not limited to, soft, rubbery or flexible material with sufficient durability and water resistance or compatibility to withstand prolonged exposure to sea water. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, EVA foam or a variety of closed cell polyethylene foams. Alternatively, other suitable materials suitable to be mounted on the surface of a water sport board or vessel (FIG. 6) by a user for the purpose of holding a custom insert device or object represented here as 11. FIG. 3 In the preferred embodiment, the bottom surface 8 of the insert device holding mount 2 further has an adhesive coating 9 that is protected prior to use by a peel-away paper cover 10. The paper cover 10 will be peeled off immediately before application, to expose the adhesive layer 9. The adhesive coating 9 will readily adhere to the upper surface (or deck) 16 of the water sport board or vessel (FIG. 6). In this manner, the user may place the holding mount 2 at locations which best accommodate the user's preference for use. Of course, other arrangements (locations of the insert device holding mount 2) on water sports boards are also within the scope of the invention. Further embodiments may employ other suitable adhesives, glue, rivets, screws or other means for securing the insert device holding mount to the water sports board (FIG. 6).

FIG. 4 is a top angle view of the single piece insert device 11 according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The insert device 11 has vertical exterior sides 12 and is slightly thinner than the depth of the holder cavity 4 of the holding mount 2. The top surface 15 of the insert device 11 will be parallel to the top surface 3 of the insert device holding mount 2.

FIG. 5 The insert device holder cavity 4 interior side surfaces 5 will press against the insert device 11 exterior side surfaces 12 to form a press fit hold. The insert device holding mount 2 is made of a polyethylene closed cell foam and the cavity 4 is slightly smaller in length and width than the insert device 11 length and width. Therefore the insert device holder cavity interior walls 5 are compressed against the exterior side walls 12 of the insert device 11 when it is inserted into the device holder cavity 4. The bottom surface 6 of the insert device holder cavity 4 is also shaped to match the insert device 11 bottom surface 14. The match of the shape of the insert device 11 to a custom shaped device holder cavity 4, with the insert device 11 being slightly larger in width and length holds the cavity walls 5 against the tensile strength of the insert clock 11 to aid friction for the press fit. The matching, inverse shapes of the device holding cavity 4 and the insert device 11 are what create the press fit. This press fit does not allow space for movement of the insert device 11, therefore, holding the insert device 11 securely in place inside the insert device holding mount 2. The 90 degree corners 13 and the vertical sides 12 of the clock insert device 11 help to keep the clock insert device 11 from twisting or spinning inside the clock insert device holder cavity 4. The insert device module 11 is preferably a water resistant time piece, but not limited to, any custom designed rigid insert device or object with sufficient durability and water resistance or compatibility to withstand prolonged exposure to sea water. Suitable insert devices 11 include, but are not limited to, time pieces, thermometers, compasses, storage boxes. Alternatively, other suitable insert items 11 suitable to be conveniently mounted on the surface of the water sport board or vessel (FIG. 6) by a user can also be utilized.

FIG. 6 An example of the invention 1 placed on the surface of a water sport board.

For further custom design of the invention, the concept of a holder cavity 4 with the insert press fit design in a closed cell polyethylene foam will be the same, but the size and shape of the insert device 11 may change and the insert device holder cavity 4 may be custom designed to fit another insert device 11. The same press fit concept will be used and the same materials of polyethylene closed cell foam or similar material will also be used.

In other preferred embodiments, the exterior edges 7 of the insert device holding mount will be offered in a variety of shapes including but not limited to; original shape, rectangle, starfish, turtle, sand dollar, sun, dolphin, and any other preferred shapes. In other preferred embodiments, the insert device holding mount 2 is a contiguous structure comprising multiple insert device holder cavity members 4 of suitable shape and contour to hold multiple insert devices 11 in a single holder mount 2. Yet other embodiments employ any suitable number and shaped holder cavity members 4.

Although the foregoing described the invention with preferred embodiments, this is not intended to limit the invention. Rather, the foregoing is intended to cover all modifications and alternative constructions falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as expressed in the appended claims.

Claims

1. A convenient, water resistant mounting system to hold a desired insert device for use with water sport boards and vessels.

When the insert device holding mount is used with an insert device, wherein the insert device has a top side having indicia and display of the informational device readings generally mounted facing outward in the top, center of the insert device holding mount for convenient reading by the user.

2. The insert device holding mount according to claim 1, wherein the main body of the holding mount has a top surface with a holder cavity designed to match the shape of the insert module device for a secure press fit hold on the device module.

3. The insert device holding mount according to claim 2, wherein the device holder cavity side surfaces are parallel to the side surfaces of the insert device.

4. The insert device holding mount according to claim 2, wherein the rigid insert device is held secure by the compression of the flexible holding mount material around the insert device.

5. The insert device holding mount according to claim 4, wherein the insert device is held secure, yet the insert device can be removed and replaced if necessary or desired.

6. The insert device holding mount according to claim 4, wherein the flexible material is a polyethylene closed cell foam rubber.

7. The insert device holding mount according to claim 1, wherein the outer edges of the mount are slightly angled or rounded to deflect moving water energy over the mounting system. Designed to stay attached securely to a surface and hold the insert device secure when turbulent water conditions are present.

8. The insert device holding mount according to claim 1, wherein a contact adhesive is applied to the bottom side of the insert device holding mount to allow permanent attachment to a desired planar surface on a water sport board or vessel.

Accordingly, it is a principal object of the invention to offer a means of attaching a device to a water sport board or vessel so as to be convenient, compact, out of the way, yet visually accessible to the user.

An additional object of the invention is to provide a compact mounting system for a water-resistant time piece that does not have to be worn on the body and can be permanently attached to a water sport board or vessel for use with that water sport board or vessel.

It is a further object of the invention to provide improved elements and arrangements thereof in an apparatus for the purposes described which is inexpensive, dependable and fully effective in accomplishing its intended purposes.

These and other objects of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following specification and drawings.