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  Method for creating a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniformUSPTO Application #: 20070272554Title: Method for creating a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform Abstract: A plurality of methods for creating a substantially two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform having a front, back, top, and sides, are disclosed. In the first method, the arms are removed from the uniform. Most of the back of the uniform and at least some of the sides of the uniform are removed. The top and remaining back of the uniform are rolled into substantially the same plane as the front of the uniform to create a substantially two-dimensional uniform. In the second method, the two-dimensional representation is created from scratch. A fabric garment piece is created, wherein the fabric garment piece comprises at least a portion of the uniform front, a portion of the uniform back and at least a portion of the uniform top. The top and the portion of the back are rolled into substantially the same plane as the front of the uniform to create a substantially two-dimensional uniform. (end of abstract) Agent: Gregory W. Fair - Falls Church, VA, US Inventor: Gregory W. Fair USPTO Applicaton #: 20070272554 - Class: 204490 (USPTO) The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070272554. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001]The present invention is generally related to creating a uniform. More particularly, the present invention relates to a method for creating a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform for display purposes. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002]Various professions require their personnel to wear a uniform. For example, professions such as; military, police, fireman, park service, etc. require their personnel to wear uniforms. The uniforms are comprised of at least jackets, coats, vests and/or shirts. Typically, these uniforms are adorned with a plurality of uniform decorations, such as rank, insignia, medals, awards, badges, patches, unit crests, name plates, etc. The awards are typically given in recognition for service in the field. [0003]People are justifiably proud of their uniforms and awards and want to display them for other people to see. One known method of display is to buy a large shadow box and hang the uniform in the shadow box. The shadow box can then be mounted to a wall. Typically, the uniform hangs from a hangar which is attached to the shadow box in some manner. There are, however, several problems with displaying the jacket inside the shadow box. First, the shadow box will have to be quite large and will take up a large amount of wall space. In addition, when the uniform is hanging in the shadow box, any uniform decorations which are attached to the shoulder epaulets or sleeves of the uniform may be hard to see since the shoulder epaulets generally face toward the top of the shadow box and the sleeves face toward the sides of the shadow box. This is a particular problem for military personnel since various uniform decorations must be displayed in mandated positions on the shoulder epaulets and sleeves. [0004]Thus, there is a need for creating a substantially two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform which can be placed in a shadow box or other display device so that uniform decorations can be attached in their proper position as they would appear on a real uniform while easily being visible. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0005]It is therefore a feature and advantage of the present invention to provide a method for creating a substantially two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform which can be placed in a shadow box or other display device so that uniform decorations can be attached in their proper position which is easily visible. The two dimensional representation may be created by cutting up an actual uniform or made from scratch using fabric and other materials. [0006]According to one embodiment of the invention, a method for creating a substantially two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform having a front, back, top, and sides, is disclosed. First, the arms are removed from the uniform. Most of the back of the uniform and at least some of the sides of the uniform are removed. The top and remaining back of the uniform are rolled into substantially the same plane as the front of the uniform to create a substantially two-dimensional uniform. [0007]According to another embodiment of the invention, a method for creating a substantially two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform, the three-dimensional uniform having a front, back, top and sides, is disclosed. A fabric garment piece is created, wherein said fabric garment piece comprises at least a portion of the uniform front, a portion of the uniform back and at least a portion of the uniform top. The top and said portion of the back are rolled into substantially the same plane as the front of the uniform to create a substantially two-dimensional uniform. [0008]There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof that follows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are, of course, additional features of the invention that will be described below and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. [0009]In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein, as well as the abstract, are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. [0010]As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception upon which this disclosure is based may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the present invention. 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 present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0011]The invention will now be described, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein: [0012]FIGS. 1(a)-1(c) illustrate how the substantially two-dimensional uniform is created from a three-dimensional uniform according to one embodiment of the invention; [0013]FIG. 2 illustrates a uniform display case according to one embodiment of the invention; [0014]FIG. 3 illustrates how a substantially two-dimensional uniform is created according to one embodiment of the invention; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION [0015]The invention relates to a method for creating a substantially two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform which can be placed in a shadow box or some other display device for the purpose of displaying uniform decorations. In the present invention, uniform decorations comprise, rank, insignia, medals, awards, badges, patches, unit crests, name plates, belts, etc. and the invention is not limited thereto. [0016]The substantially two-dimensional representation of a uniform can represent any variety of uniform, for example, military uniforms (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, etc.) both domestic and foreign, para-military uniforms, National Guard uniforms, police uniforms, fireman uniforms, park service uniforms, school uniforms, uniforms for service organizations and fraternal organizations, civil servants, security, airlines, etc., or any other organization that uses a uniform shirt, jacket, coat and/or vest as a platform for displaying additional decorations, badges, medals and/or awards, and the invention is not limited thereto. In addition, the uniform may be a representation of a uniform no longer in production or in active use or uniforms used in the future. Finally, the uniform may be a representation of a uniform used in a fictitious production such as a movie, book, etc. [0017]The simulated uniform may be a portion of a jacket, coat, shirt, vest or any combination thereof. In addition, the uniform may be any color, but the typical colors are varying shades of green, brown, blue, black, white, red, etc. The uniform may be made out of a wide range of materials, for example, wool, cotton, polyester, etc., or any combination thereof. [0018]The simulated uniform may comprise any combination of elements described below and the invention is not limited thereto. The uniform body may include decorative stitching, embroidery, additional padding, loops and mechanisms for attaching other decorations. The uniform may also comprise any number of buttons. The buttons may vary in size and color and may be comprised of metal, plastic, wood, composite, etc., or any combination thereof. The uniform may also comprise any number of pockets. The pockets may be with or without pleats, may be simulated or actual pockets, with or without buttons, and with or without additional decorations or embroidering. The uniform may also have epaulets of various size which are with or without buttons, loop and/or additional decorations or embroidering. The epaulets may comprise a decorative shoulder board attached to the epaulet that hangs over the shoulder. The sleeves of the uniform may comprise additional stitching, fabric decorations, embroidery, stripes, buttons, pockets, etc. [0019]The simulated uniform may have a lapel which varies in size and style and may include button holes, other attachment mechanisms and/or additional decorative stitching or embroidery. The uniform may comprise a simulated or actual belt of varying size and composition (typically leather or fabric), and with or without a decorative buckling mechanism. The uniform may include a shoulder strap varying in size and compositions (typically leather or fabric). The shoulder strap may be displayed diagonally from one shoulder to the waist and may be attached to an accompanying belt. In addition, the uniform may include fabric loops to support belts, shoulder straps and/or epaulets. Continue reading... Full patent description for Method for creating a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Method for creating a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional uniform patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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