BULLETPROOF BACKPACK
A bulletproof backpack includes a front panel, a side panel, and a back panel. The front panel includes at least one first storage compartment. Moreover, the front panel is made of multiple layers of bulletproof material. The side panel is fixedly attached to a periphery of the front panel and extends substantially perpendicular towards the back panel. The back panel is detachably attached to the side panel. An inner surface of the front panel, an inner surface of the side panel, and an inner surface of the back panel define a storage space, such that the storage space is accessible only when the back panel is detached from the side panel.
The present application is based on, and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application 62/666,340, filed May 3, 2018, the contents of which is incorporated herein by reference.
TECHNICAL FIELDThe present disclosure generally relates to backpacks. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a bulletproof backpack for safe storage and travel purposes.
BACKGROUNDGuns are ranged weapons typically designed to pneumatically discharge projectiles at sufficient velocity toward a target. For instance, a 9 mm or 0.44 caliber handgun is capable of launching bullets at muzzle velocities ranging between 700 to 985 feet per second imparting approximately 300-foot pounds of muzzle energy at the target. As such, personnel routinely exposed to combat scenarios require adequate protection to prevent injuries or even death. Alternately, army personnel deployed overseas are required to carry supplies for extended operations. For such applications, backpacks that are bulletproof are highly desirable.
Over the years, several bulletproof backpacks have been devised. However, existing bulletproof backpack designs, for example, U.S. Patent 20090014490 (Bulletproof Backpack), U.S. Patent 20170013948 (Backpack with Ballistic Insert), and U.S. Patent 20170276457 (Backpack For Transporting Articles and For Ballistic Protection) all fail to address several problems. Although existing backpacks on the market include a bulletproof panel for protection purposes, they still suffer from some drawbacks. For example, the zippers are visible to anyone because the bulletproof panel is placed in the back, which leaves belongings stored in the backpack vulnerable. The zippers are easily unzipped allowing easy access to the stored belongings. As such, the stored belongings are neither protected from the impact of a bullet nor from theft.
Hence, there is a long felt need for a bulletproof backpack capable of improving secure storage of belongings and preventing theft of the stored belongings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONThis summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further disclosed in the detailed description of the invention. This summary is not intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended for determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.
The present disclosure addresses the above-mentioned need for a bulletproof backpack capable of improving secure storage of belongings and preventing theft of the stored belongings.
The bulletproof backpack, disclosed herein, includes a front panel, a side panel, and a back panel. The front panel includes at least one first storage compartment. Moreover, the front panel is made of multiple layers of bulletproof material. The side panel is fixedly attached to a periphery of the front panel and extends substantially perpendicular towards the back panel. The back panel is detachably attached to the side panel via fastening elements, for example, zippers, hook and loop fasteners, snap fasteners, etc. An inner surface of the front panel, an inner surface of the side panel, and an inner surface of the back panel define a storage space, such that the storage space is accessible only when the back panel is detached from the side panel.
In another embodiment, the bulletproof backpack includes a front panel having at least one first storage compartment with the front panel made of a plurality of layers of bulletproof material. The side panel is fixedly attached to a periphery of the front panel and extends substantially perpendicular towards the back panel. The back panel is detachably attached to the side panel via zippers such that the zippers are inaccessible from a position proximal to the front panel. The bulletproof backpack further includes at least two side straps fixedly attached to the back panel such that the at least two side straps are configured to securely position the bulletproof backpack over a shoulder of the user. An inner surface of the front panel, an inner surface of the side panel, and an inner surface of the back panel define a storage space, such that the storage space is accessible only when the back panel is detached from the side panel. The hidden or inaccessible position of the zippers make it impossible to open the bulletproof backpack while using it. The stored belongings are also protected from any attack by a gun because of the bulletproof panel.
The foregoing summary, as well as the following detailed description of the invention, is better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. For the purpose of illustrating the invention, exemplary constructions of the invention are shown in the drawings. However, the invention is not limited to the specific methods and structures disclosed herein. The description of a method step or a structure referenced by a numeral in a drawing is applicable to the description of that method step or structure shown by that same numeral in any subsequent drawing herein.
The following reference numbers are used throughout the description to refer to elements in the figures:
- 1 Bulletproof Backpack
- 2 Handle
- 3 Front pocket
- 4 Front zipper
- 5 Side straps
- 6 Visibility paint
- 7 Bulletproof panel
- 7a First layer of bulletproof panel
- 7b Second layer of bulletproof panel
- 7c Third layer of bulletproof panel
- 7d Fourth layer of bulletproof panel
- 7e Fifth layer of bulletproof panel
- 8 Side panel
- 9a Left strap
- 9b Right strap
- 10 Adjuster buckle
- 11 Keychain
- 12 Lateral pocket
- 13 USB port
- 14 Foam—breathable material
- 15 Foam—breathable material
- 16 Backside pocket
- 17 Zipper track
- 18 Internal buckle
- 19a Upper elastic strap
- 19b Lower elastic strap
- 20 Left inner flap
- 21 Right inner flap
- 22 Lower compartment
- 23a Securing belt for lower compartment
- 23b Securing belt for back panel
- 24 Panel of lower compartment
- 25 Back panel
- 26 Interior section of front panel
- 27 Front panel
- 28 Edge of flap
- 29 Elastic Straps
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The foregoing examples have been provided merely for the purpose of explanation and are in no way to be construed as limiting of the bulletproof backpack 1, disclosed herein. While the bulletproof backpack 1 has been described with reference to various embodiments, it is understood that the words, which have been used herein, are words of description and illustration, rather than words of limitation. Further, although the bulletproof backpack 1 has been described herein with reference to particular means, materials, and embodiments, the bulletproof backpack 1 is not intended to be limited to the particulars disclosed herein; rather, the bulletproof backpack 1 extends to all functionally equivalent structures, methods and uses, such as are within the scope of the appended claims. Those skilled in the art, having the benefit of the teachings of this specification, may effect numerous modifications thereto and changes may be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the bulletproof backpack 1 disclosed herein in their aspects.
Claims
1. A bulletproof backpack comprising:
- a front panel comprising at least one first storage compartment, wherein the front panel is made of a plurality of layers of bulletproof material;
- a side panel fixedly attached to a periphery of the front panel and extending substantially perpendicular towards a back panel;
- a back panel detachably attached to the side panel; and
- wherein an inner surface of the front panel, an inner surface of the side panel, and an inner surface of the back panel define a storage space, and wherein the storage space is accessible only when the back panel is detached from the side panel.
2. The bulletproof backpack of claim 1, wherein an inner surface of the front panel further comprises a plurality of storage compartments.
3. The bulletproof back pack of claim 1, wherein an inner surface of the back panel further comprises a plurality of storage compartments.
4. The bulletproof backpack of claim 1, wherein the bulletproof material is one of a Kevlar material, an Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene material, a polycarbonate resin thermoplastic material, and a carbon fiber composite material.
5. The bulletproof backpack of claim 1, further comprising at least two side straps for securely fastening the bulletproof backpack over a shoulder of a user.
6. The bulletproof backpack of claim 1, wherein the back panel is detachably attached to the side panel using one of zippers, hook and loop fasteners, and snap fasteners.
7. The bulletproof backpack of claim 6, wherein the zippers, hook and loop fasteners, and snap fasteners are hidden within the back panel and inaccessible from a position proximal to the front panel.
8. A bulletproof backpack comprising:
- a front panel comprising at least one first storage compartment, wherein the front panel is made of a plurality of layers of bulletproof material;
- a side panel fixedly attached to a periphery of the front panel and extending substantially perpendicular towards a back panel;
- a back panel detachably attached to the side panel via zippers, wherein the zippers are inaccessible from a position proximal to the front panel;
- at least two side straps fixedly attached to the back panel, the at least two side straps configured to securely position the bulletproof backpack over a shoulder of the user; and
- wherein an inner surface of the front panel, an inner surface of the side panel, and an inner surface of the back panel define a storage space, and wherein the storage space is accessible only when the back panel is detached from the side panel.
9. The bulletproof backpack of claim 1, wherein an inner surface of the front panel further comprises a plurality of storage compartments.
10. The bulletproof back pack of claim 1, wherein an inner surface of the back panel further comprises a plurality of storage compartments.
11. The bulletproof backpack of claim 1, wherein the bulletproof material is a Kevlar material.
Type: Application
Filed: Apr 24, 2019
Publication Date: Nov 7, 2019
Inventor: ROBERTO NAVARRO ARRANZ (Dubai)
Application Number: 16/392,635