CN114585277A - Product for holding an object and method for manufacturing the product - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention provides a product for holding an object. The closure shells may be joined together to form a V-shaped surface for holding an object when opened. The legs may be connected to the sides of the enclosure. The legs may be configured to support the V-shaped surface platform when opened.

Description

Product for holding an object and method for manufacturing the product

Cross Reference to Related Applications

This application claims benefit of united states provisional application No. 62/907,822 filed on 30/9/2019, united states application No. 15/930,909 filed on 13/5/2020, and united states provisional application No. 63/069,443 filed on 24/8/2020. The entire contents of these applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

Drawings

Fig. 1A-19AAA illustrate various features of a first embodiment of a product for holding objects in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

1A-1B illustrate various components of a product for holding objects according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 2-3 illustrate various views of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

4A-4E illustrate exemplary enclosures that may be used to hold products in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 5 illustrates top and bottom views of a product for holding objects according to aspects of the present disclosure.

6A-11 illustrate a plurality of engineering drawings of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 12A-F illustrate an exemplary method for manufacturing a stent according to aspects of the present disclosure.

FIG. 13 illustrates an exemplary injection molding process that may be used for the cover shells, the clamp members, and/or the legs according to aspects of the present disclosure.

FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplary die-casting process that may be used for the feet and/or the buckle according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 15 illustrates a plurality of different assembly views of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 16 illustrates an exemplary opening method of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 17 illustrates an exemplary closing method of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 18A-18TT illustrate various views of various aspects/embodiments of the present disclosure.

Fig. 19A-E list additional information related to products according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Fig. 19F-19AAA shows a number of details of aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 20A-24D illustrate various features of a second embodiment of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 20A-20G illustrate various details of a second embodiment according to aspects of the present disclosure.

21A-21AJ illustrate various views of various designs of alternative products according to aspects of the present disclosure.

22A-22F illustrate an exemplary method for manufacturing an alternative product according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 23A-23I show additional details of alternative products according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 24A-24D illustrate additional details of optional foot features according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Detailed Description

First embodiment

Fig. 1A-19AAA illustrate various features of a first embodiment of a product for holding objects in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 1A illustrates various components of a product (also referred to as a rack) for holding objects according to aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 1A illustrates that a product according to aspects of the present disclosure can include an enclosure housing 105, a clamp 110, a leg 115, a buckle 120, and a magnet 125. Legs 130, springs 135 and screws 140 may also be included. FIG. 1B shows another view of the product, which may include: cladding (e.g., injection molded); snaps (e.g., die cast or machined); indicia 145 (e.g., screen printed); screws (e.g., commercial off-the-shelf); a clamp (e.g., injection molded); magnets (e.g., commercial off-the-shelf); a clamp (e.g., injection molded); magnets (e.g., commercial off-the-shelf); springs (e.g., commercially off-the-shelf); pins 150 (e.g., in commercial stock); legs (e.g., die cast or machined); feet (e.g., injection molded).

Fig. 2 illustrates a plurality of views of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 3 illustrates a plurality of views of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 3 shows how information (e.g., logo 145, website address 305) may be displayed on a product. The sign may be shiny (e.g. like an aluminium foil).

Fig. 4A illustrates an enclosure that may be used to hold a product according to aspects of the present disclosure. Any type of enclosure may be used. For example, a bag may be used in some aspects of the present disclosure. The bag may be made of: satin, silk, cotton, linen, polyester, leather, artificial leather, or any combination thereof. Many other types of materials may also be used. In other aspects of the disclosure, an envelope may be used. Fig. 4A-4E illustrate an envelope (e.g., a wrapper) that may be used to hold a product according to aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 4B shows exemplary front and side views of the jacket. Information (e.g., a logo 145) may be included on the envelope. Fig. 4C shows an exemplary back view of the envelope with the logo 145 and snap 405 for closing the envelope. Fig. 4D shows an exemplary engineering drawing of the envelope, which also shows the logo 145, the website address 305, and the snap 405. Fig. 4E shows exemplary top external and internal views of the envelope, and also shows the logo 145, the email address 305, and the snap 405. The envelope may be made of: satin, silk, cotton, linen, polyester, leather, artificial leather, or any combination thereof. Many other types of materials may also be used. In addition, many other types of holders for products besides bags or envelopes may be used in aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 5 illustrates top and bottom views of a product for holding objects according to aspects of the present disclosure. The product may be made of plastic (e.g., black plastic). The hardware may have a silver color, gold color, black color, or any other color.

6A-11 illustrate a plurality of engineering drawings of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. It should be noted that the measurements disclosed in this application are merely exemplary measurements and one of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that many other measurements may be used for any component of a product for holding an object. In some aspects of the disclosure, the product may hold an object (e.g., bag, computer, telephone, shoe, coat) of up to about 10 pounds. In other aspects, the product may hold heavier objects (e.g., duffel bags, heavier computers) or lighter objects (e.g., cell phones) if the measurements are larger or smaller than those provided in the examples.

Fig. 6A-6B illustrate an exemplary holder having a V-shaped surface for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. As shown in fig. 6A and 6B, the bracket may include: a magnet (e.g., part number DH18, made from 304 SST); an extension spring (e.g., LH 160D, part number 9271K 13); a grub screw (e.g., 2.56 x. 06LG, part number may be 91772a 503); snaps (e.g., made from 304 SST); a pin (e.g., made from 304 SST); a cushion (e.g., made of 90 durometer rubber); hinge clips (e.g., made of ABS); an enclosure housing (e.g., made of ABS); or legs (e.g., made of AL); or any combination thereof. Fig. 6A shows the enclosure 105, the hasp 120, the leg 115, and the foot 130. Fig. 6B shows the buckle 120, the enclosure 105, the hinge, the legs 115, and the feet 130.

Fig. 7A illustrates multiple views of an exemplary first enclosure housing, in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 7B illustrates multiple views of an exemplary second enclosure housing, in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 7A and 7B show a hinge 605, snap holes 715, hinge cup slots 705, and magnet holes 710.

Fig. 8A illustrates an example leg according to aspects of the present disclosure. Positive stop 805, hinge 605 and an aperture for presser foot 810 are shown. In the embodiment of fig. 8A, the legs are substantially vertical relative to the ground when the stand is open. Fig. 8B illustrates an embodiment of a product having different exemplary legs than fig. 8A. As shown in fig. 8B, the legs are at an obtuse angle relative to the ground when the stand is open.

FIG. 9 illustrates an example hinge clip according to aspects of the present disclosure. An exemplary hinge 605 is shown. Fig. 10 illustrates an exemplary cushion according to aspects of the present disclosure. Press-fit portions 815 are shown along with an exemplary press-fit rubber foot 130 retained by the collar.

Fig. 11 illustrates an exemplary buckle according to aspects of the present disclosure. An exemplary screw hole 1105 is shown.

Fig. 12A-F illustrate an exemplary method for manufacturing a stent according to aspects of the present disclosure. In step 9.1, all necessary materials can be retrieved. An exemplary list of materials is provided in step 9.1. In step 9.2, the long pin may be cut (e.g., 4.75 inches). And 4 short pins can be cut (e.g., 1.125 inches). A wire cutter may be used. Metal files can be used to remove burrs and sharp edges. The pin may be filed flat so that both ends have flat surfaces. In step 9.3, the long hinges enclosing the housings 1 and 2 can be aligned and fixed together by inserting long pins using hammers or hammers. Prior to inserting the pin, the degree of fit of the pin in the hinge can be tested to ensure that it will be flush with the outer end of the hinge. In some aspects of the disclosure, no portion of the pin should protrude. The pin may be filed flat until it reaches the correct size.

In step 9.4, a small drop of glue (e.g., super glue) may be added to each designated magnet hole in the enclosure housing. The magnet may be inserted into the magnet bore before the glue dries. Hit gently with a hammer or mallet until they are fully seated in the hole.

In step 9.5, for each magnet that is mounted, they can be oriented and tested using another magnet to find out which end will be attracted by the mounted magnet. The test magnet can be mounted on the opposite side of the enclosure housing 2 by the same procedure as step 9.4 to help ensure that the attracted magnet faces the outside of the bore.

In step 9.6, the hasp can be mounted on the side of the enclosure housing using grub screws. This may be repeated for the second enclosing shell.

In step 9.7, the cushion pad can be inserted into the hole in the bottom of the leg. This may be repeated to form two legs with cushioning pads.

In step 9.8, the leg can be placed flat down on the table top and the hinge clip can be mounted flat up using a short pin for each hinge. With the pin partially installed, a spring (e.g., a torsion spring) is slid into the middle of the hinge clip, thereby securing the pin in place. It is ensured that the spring is mounted with one end down and flush with the side of the leg. The spring can be trimmed using a wire cutter so that its top end is flush with the hinge clip and the bottom end does not protrude out of the plane of the leg. This may be repeated to form the leg assembly.

In step 9.9, the hinge clip(s) can be inserted into the slot in the enclosure housing such that the plane of the legs is towards the center of the assembly. The legs can be attached at any angle using the process described in steps 9.8 and 9.9.

In step 10.0, the assembly may be inspected and a label placed. It should be noted that the exemplary assembly method described above is only one example of how a product may be assembled. Many other assembly methods may be performed.

In addition, a number of other components may be used in place of the components depicted in FIGS. 12A-F. For example, the snap may be connected to the enclosure using screws, press-fit portions (e.g., such legs), glue or other adhesive, a snap-in-place mold, a design of two interlocking plastic parts, rivets, or any combination thereof. As another example, the legs may be closed by a user's finger or a pocket tucker mechanism or a cam lock of the legs (e.g., folding the legs to snap them into place) or any combination thereof. As another example, the hinge may be self-locking (e.g., spring loaded and/or by means of a pin), a piano hinge, one part having a protrusion and the other part may snap over the protrusion, no articulation (e.g., only interlocking), a living hinge, an automatic opening hinge (e.g., spring loaded), or any combination thereof. As another example, the product may be closed using a magnet, a hasp with a locking mechanism, a cam lock for lowering the body (e.g., a lid with a snap feature), a strap (e.g., around the product), a snap lock (e.g., a jewel case lock), a snap hook, a spring loaded hinge with open and closed positions (e.g., an example of eyeglasses), or any combination thereof.

FIG. 13 illustrates an exemplary injection molding process that may be used for the cover shells, the clamp members, and/or the legs according to aspects of the present disclosure. In step 1301, the mold may be closed and the cycle may begin. In 1302, heated plastic may be injected into a mold. In step 1303, the part may be provided with a cooling time. In step 1304, the screw can be retracted while new plastic for the next part is introduced. In step 1305, the mold may be opened and the push rod may push the part out of the mold and the cycle may end.

FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplary die-casting process that may be used for the legs and/or the buckle according to aspects of the present disclosure. In step 1401, the stamper may be closed and a new cycle may begin. In step 1402, heated metal may be injected into a mold. In step 1403, the part can be provided with a cooling time. In step 1404, the piston may be retracted. In step 1405, the mold may be opened, and a push rod may push the part out of the mold, flash may be removed, and the cycle may end.

Fig. 15 illustrates a plurality of different assembly views of a product for holding an object in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 16 illustrates an exemplary opening method of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. In step 1, the product may be removed and opened from any object used to hold it (e.g., a bag, enclosure, etc., or not having such objects). In step 2, the legs can be automatically flipped open as the product is opened. In this manner, the user does not need to contact the bottom of the leg (e.g., the portion of the leg that contacts the ground) in order to open the product. In step 3, the product may be inverted and ready for use.

Fig. 17 illustrates an exemplary closing method of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. In step 4, the user may press the side(s) of the leg and then close the leg so that the user does not need to touch the bottom of the leg (e.g., so that the user does not touch a dirty surface at all times). In step 5, the product may be flipped while continuing to press the legs. In step 6, the product may be turned off (e.g., using a magnet). It may be placed in a bag, enclosure, or other object.

Fig. 18A-18TT illustrate various views of various aspects/embodiments of the present disclosure. Fig. 18A-18H show various views of an embodiment of a V-shaped stent in solid lines. Fig. 18I-18P show various views of an embodiment of a V-shaped bracket and legs in solid lines. Fig. 18Q-18W show various views of an embodiment showing the V-shaped brackets and the surfaces of the enclosure housing in solid lines. Fig. 18X-18EE show various views of an embodiment having the V-shaped bracket and legs (at obtuse angles) emphasized in solid lines. 18FF-18TT show multiple views of an embodiment with full product detail shown in solid lines.

Fig. 19A-E list additional information related to products according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in fig. 19A and 19C, the product (which may be referred to as Bagceit, for example) may be sized individually, lightweight, small, inexpensive, rugged, portable, easy to store, easy to use, or a combination thereof. Which may be made of fabric and/or metal. It may have telescoping legs. It can be used for: purses, briefcases, and bags of all types. It can also be used for other objects (e.g., books, computers, computing devices, cell phones, ipads, keys). The product can help ensure that objects do not contact the floor. It can be used in any location: indoors or outdoors (e.g., as shown in fig. 19D: airports, airplanes, restaurants, hospitals, conference rooms, picnic rooms, toilets, sporting events, salons, gyms, yogas, movie theaters, etc.). Which can be secured to various types of floor surfaces. It can be cleaned (e.g., using an antimicrobial wipe, any cleaning product, rust-resistant material).

As shown in fig. 19B, in some embodiments, the product may include a small, low profile seat made of durable fabric (e.g., canvas, plastic) supported by lightweight, collapsible legs (e.g., metal). When the socket is open, an object may be placed thereon. The seat may be slid to the seat bottom or placed beside it, or placed in front of the individual's foot. The product may be small so that it can fit into a small space. When folded, the product may become smaller and easier to carry. As shown in fig. 19E, the product may have a strap (e.g., wristband, long strap).

Fig. 19F-19AAA list additional embodiments 1-6 of products according to aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 19F to 19N show details related to another embodiment 1. Fig. 19O to 19T show details related to another embodiment 2. Fig. 19U to 19CC show details related to further embodiment 3. Fig. 19D-19II show details related to further embodiment 4. Fig. 19JJ to 19RR show details related to another embodiment 5. Fig. 19SS to 19ZZ show details related to another embodiment 6. Fig. 19AAA shows additional embodiments 1-6. It should be noted that any of the details or features of any aspect or embodiment discussed in this application may be used with any other details or features of any other aspect or embodiment discussed in this application.

Second embodiment

Fig. 20A-23I illustrate various features of a second embodiment of a product for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. A plurality of features are different from the embodiment shown in the first embodiment. It should be noted that any features and/or details of the first embodiment of the product may be used with any features and/or details of the second embodiment of the product.

Fig. 20A-20G illustrate various details in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 20A shows various components of a product. For example, the hinge arrangement may be different from that of the first embodiment (e.g., to help distribute weight evenly). Additionally, ribs 2090 may be added (e.g., to help provide structure as the product is weighted). A locking mechanism 2015 can be provided (e.g., to help provide additional structure for the legs as the product is loaded). The locking mechanism 2015 can have a spring action (e.g., to facilitate ease of use and minimize parts that need to be contacted). A wide leg 2040 may be provided (e.g., to help provide more support when contacting the dual positive stops). A double positive stop 2095 may be provided (e.g., to help make the base of the leg wider and to add additional positive stops to achieve a larger contact point to provide more structure when the product is fully open). It should be noted that in some aspects of the present disclosure, only one positive stop may be used.

Fig. 20B illustrates the difference between two alternative hinge arrangements. The second arrangement shown in fig. 20B allows the product to be flush in the middle when fully open. This may improve the weight distribution over the product.

Fig. 20C-20D show how the product is opened and closed. It should be noted that these steps, as well as other steps and processes in the present disclosure, may be performed in a different order. In step 1, the product can be removed from any object used to hold it and opened. In step 2, the legs can be automatically flipped open and locked in place. In step 3, the product may be turned over and ready for use. In step 4, the product may be flipped and the lock may be pushed out of the bottom of the leg. In step 5, the user may press the legs (e.g., without contacting the floor or any dirty surface). In step 6, the product may be closed (e.g., by a magnet) and placed into an optional bag or the like.

Fig. 20E illustrates components of another embodiment of a product (also referred to as a stand) for holding an object according to aspects of the present disclosure. The product shown in fig. 20E may include enclosure housing 2005, clamp 2010, lock 2015, legs 2040, snaps 2025, pins 2026, screws and magnets 2019/2020, feet 2045, or springs 2035, or may include any combination thereof. Additionally, a rib 2090 and a dual positive stop 2095 may be included.

Fig. 20F illustrates exemplary details of injection molding according to aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 20G illustrates exemplary details of die casting according to aspects of the present disclosure.

21A-21AJ illustrate various views of a product according to aspects of the present disclosure. Fig. 21A-21I show the legs of the product flipped open and closed. Fig. 21A is a top perspective view of an open product. Fig. 21B is a front view. Fig. 21C is a rear view. Fig. 21D is a left side view. Fig. 21E is a right side view. Fig. 21F is a plan view. Fig. 21G is a bottom view. Fig. 21H is a bottom perspective view. Fig. 21I is a closed perspective view.

Fig. 21J-21R show the legs of the product flipped open and closed. The open V-shaped enclosure and legs are forced out with solid lines. Fig. 21J shows a top perspective view. Fig. 21K shows a front view. Fig. 21L shows a rear view. Fig. 21M shows a left side view. Fig. 21N shows a right side view. Fig. 21O shows a top view. Fig. 21P shows a bottom view. Fig. 21Q shows a bottom perspective view. Fig. 21R shows a closed perspective view.

Fig. 21S-21AA show the legs of the product flipped open and closed. The opened V-shaped enclosure housing and lock are forced out with solid lines. Fig. 21S shows a top perspective view. Fig. 21T shows a front view. Fig. 21U shows a rear view. Fig. 21V shows a left side view. Fig. 21W shows a right side view. Fig. 21X shows a top view. Fig. 21Y shows a bottom view. Fig. 21Z shows a bottom perspective view. Fig. 21AA shows a closed perspective view.

Fig. 21AB-21AJ show the legs of the product opened and closed. The open V-shape encloses the housing, lock and ribs forcibly out with solid lines. Fig. 21AB shows a top perspective view. Fig. 21AC shows a front view. Fig. 21AD shows a rear view. Fig. 21AE shows a left side view. Fig. 21AF shows a right side view. Fig. 21AG shows a top view. Fig. 21AH shows a bottom view. Fig. 21AI shows a bottom perspective view. Fig. 21AJ shows a closed perspective view.

22A-22F illustrate an exemplary method of manufacturing an alternative product according to aspects of the present disclosure. It should be noted that the steps need not necessarily be performed in this manner, but can just be performed in this manner, and that any of the steps in this exemplary method can be performed in different manners known to those of ordinary skill in the art. Fig. 23A-23I show additional details of alternative products according to aspects of the present disclosure.

Fig. 24A-24D illustrate additional details of optional foot features according to aspects of the present disclosure. As shown in fig. 24A, in some aspects of the present disclosure, in addition to pressing the rubber foot against the leg bottom, the rubber foot may fit into a groove in the leg bottom (e.g., where an adhesive may be applied). Fig. 24B shows an operational guideline that provides details of how to manufacture a product having a rubber foot attached to a leg in this manner. Fig. 24C and 24D show details of an exemplary bottom of a leg with a groove into which a rubber foot can be inserted.

In some aspects of the disclosure, microbans may be used on any part of a product for holding objects to help prevent bacterial growth. For any part of the product that contains plastic (e.g., can (e.g., ABS), clamp (e.g., ABS), feet (e.g., rubber), ribs, positive stops, locks), additives can be mixed into the polymer before the part can be manufactured. For any part of the product that contains metal (e.g., snaps (e.g., 304 stainless steel), legs (e.g., aluminum)), an additive can be mixed into the epoxy, which can be applied after the part is manufactured. The following references (all published on 12/5/2020), incorporated herein by reference, talk of additional hygiene features and materials that may be used in any part of a product for holding objects according to aspects of the present disclosure:

https://materialdistrict.com/article/bacteria-fighting-materials/

https://aabme.asme.org/posts/material-resists-bacteria-prevents-infectionsaves-lives

https://plasticpartsinc.com/plastic-decorating

the following references, incorporated herein by reference, discuss microban additives (e.g., for use with ABS, metals, rubbers) and biocote additives that may be used according to aspects of the present disclosure:

https://www.microban.com

https://www.microban.com/antimicrobial-solutions/applications/antimicrobial-plastics

https://www.biocote.com/treatable-materials/plastics-polymers/

the following references, incorporated herein by reference, discuss exemplary textures/bionics (e.g., shark-grain, leaves, leather materials covered with a plastic jacket) that may be used according to aspects of the present disclosure. In some aspects of the present disclosure, the product for holding the object may be made using recycled plastic, metal, and/or rubber.

https://www.sharklet.com/

https://www.wired.com/2014/06/empzeal-superhydrophobic-leaf/

It is to be understood that the disclosed subject matter is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangements of components set forth in the description or illustrated in the drawings. The disclosed subject matter is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Accordingly, other implementations are within the scope of the following claims. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. For example, the measurements and/or weights provided are for illustration purposes only, and many other measurements and/or weights may be used. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception upon which this disclosure is based may be utilized as a basis for the designing of other products, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the disclosed subject matter. It is important, therefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the disclosed subject matter.

While the disclosed subject matter has been described and illustrated in the foregoing exemplary embodiments, it is understood that the present disclosure has been made only by way of example, and that numerous changes in the details of implementation of the disclosed subject matter may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosed subject matter. For example, the steps and/or limitations in the description, drawings, and/or claims may be performed in a different order than the order described in the description, drawings, and/or claims. In addition, any of the components and/or features representing any form or selection of products may be used in any combination with other components and/or features.

Further, it should be understood that any drawings emphasizing functionality and advantages are given for purposes of example. The disclosed methods and systems are each sufficiently flexible and configurable so that they can be used in different ways than those shown. For example, other steps may be provided, or steps may be deleted, with respect to the described flows, and other components may be added to, or removed from, the described systems.

While the word "at least one" may often be used in the specification, claims, and drawings, the word "at least one" or "the at least one" may also be used in the specification, claims, and drawings to express "at least one" or "the at least one".

Finally, applicants believe that only claims comprising an expression language of "means for … …" or "step for … …" are to be construed as conforming to 35U.S. C.112 (f). Claims that do not explicitly include the word "means for … …" or "step for … …" should not be construed as conforming to 35u.s.c.112 (f).

Claims (30)

1. A product for holding an object, comprising:

enclosing housings connected together forming a V-shaped surface for holding an object when opened; and

a leg connected to a side of the enclosure housing, the leg configured to support the V-shaped surface when opened.

2. The product of claim 1, wherein the legs are configured to open automatically when the product is opened.

3. A product according to claim 2, wherein the legs open automatically by means of a spring.

4. The product of claim 1, wherein the leg is configured to close when a user pushes on a side of the leg.

5. The product of claim 4, wherein the product is closed without contacting the bottom of the leg.

6. The product of claim 1, wherein a microban additive may be used on some or all of the product.

7. The product of claim 1, wherein a biocote additive may be used on part or all of the product.

8. A method of manufacturing a product for holding an object, comprising:

attaching the enclosure housing such that the enclosure housing forms a V-shaped surface for holding an object when the product is opened;

connecting a leg to the enclosure housing, the leg configured to support the V-shaped surface when opened.

9. The method of claim 8, wherein a spring is used to connect the leg to the enclosure housing.

10. The method of claim 9, wherein the spring is an extension spring.

11. The method of claim 8, wherein the closure shells are connected together by a hinge clip.

12. The method of claim 8, wherein the legs are configured to open automatically by means of a spring.

13. The method of claim 8, wherein the leg is configured to close when a user pushes on a side of the leg.

14. The method of claim 8, wherein the leg is configured such that the product does not need to be closed by contacting a bottom of the leg.

15. The method of claim 8, wherein a microban additive is added to some or all of the product.

16. The method of claim 8, wherein a biocote additive is added to part or all of the product.

17. The product of claim 1 comprising ribs on a bottom side of the enclosed housing.

18. The product of claim 1 comprising a locking mechanism for the legs on a bottom side of the enclosed housing.

19. A product as set forth in claim 18 wherein the locking mechanism has a spring action.

20. The product of claim 1 comprising a positive stop on a bottom side of the enclosed housing.

21. The product of claim 1 comprising a dual positive stop on a bottom side of the enclosed housing.

22. A product according to claim 1, comprising a magnet for holding the enclosure housing together when the product is closed.

23. A product for holding an object, comprising:

enclosing shells connected together forming a V-shaped surface for holding an object when opened; and

a leg connected to a side of the enclosure housing, the leg configured to support the V-shaped surface when opened,

wherein the legs are unfolded and locked into place when the enclosure housing is opened.

24. The product of claim 23 wherein the legs are automatically deployed and locked into place.

25. A product as set forth in claim 23 wherein the legs are spring loaded.

26. A product as set forth in claim 23 wherein the legs are spring loaded and automatically move into position.

27. The product of claim 23 wherein the leg includes a hinge for holding the leg in place.

28. A product as set forth in claim 27 wherein a spring in the hinge locks the legs in place so that the product is unfolded and can be placed upright.

29. The product of claim 23 wherein the product is closed by pushing a lock on the bottom of the containment case, wherein the lock releases the leg.

30. A product as set forth in claim 29 wherein the lock is spring loaded.

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