Load-bearing jacket

Abstract

A load-bearing jacket having an integrated tool belt system connected to a jacket. More specifically, an integrated tool belt comprising a plurality of flexible belt straps and a plurality of rigid pieces, each rigid piece paired with a corresponding flexible belt strap to enhance the rigidity of the plurality of flexible belt straps. Each of the plurality of flexible belt straps can have two ends, wherein a first end of each of the plurality of flexible belt straps can be permanently connected to the jacket and a second end of each of the plurality of flexible belt straps can be connected to the external surface of the jacket by a locking system and designed to hinge around the first end of each of the plurality of flexible belt straps.

Description

BACKGROUND[0001]Workers in various fields require quick access to tools or equipment. For example, construction workers frequently wear a tool belt around their waist or a tool suspender system. These belts permit various pouches and tools to be attached for quick and easy access during construction. Additionally, workers such as police, military personnel, or photographers require quick access to often-heavy equipment in time-sensitive situations.[0002]Current tool belts or suspender systems have several drawbacks. In cold weather, outdoor workers typically wear a jacket in addition to a tool belt, and the tool belt often gets in the way. For example, if the worker chooses to wear the belt over his jacket, the jacket may lift out from under the belt and cover the tool belt when the worker lifts his arms up. Additionally, the tool belt may slide further down the worker's waist, and the tools may become less accessible. Consequently, the worker must readjust his tool belt every time ...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The disclosed load-bearing jacket with tool belt system allows users to carry various tool pouches while working outside. It has a built-in tool belt at the waist and a removable liner for warmth. Additionally, it has removable sleeves for hands and arms. This jacket ensures that workers remain warm, reduces the likelihood of entanglement, and is less likely to cause abrasion than other tool belt systems.

Problems solved by technology

Additionally, workers such as police, military personnel, or photographers require quick access to often-heavy equipment in time-sensitive situations.

In cold weather, outdoor workers typically wear a jacket in addition to a tool belt, and the tool belt often gets in the way.

Additionally, the tool belt may slide further down the worker's waist, and the tools may become less accessible.

However, suspender systems also have drawbacks.

This creates pressure and abrasion points on the worker's shoulders.

Additionally, suspender systems frequently involve the use of several straps, which increases the opportunity for entanglement when a worker is in a tight space or brushes up against non-smooth surfaces.

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