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Object wrapper and wearable protective cover apparatus and methodRelated Patent Categories: Apparel, Garment Protectors, ApronsObject wrapper and wearable protective cover apparatus and method description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060174390, Object wrapper and wearable protective cover apparatus and method. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The invention relates to the field of object wrappers and wearable protective covers and is more particularly, but not by way of limitation, directed to an apparatus and method for wrapping an object wherein the object wrapper may also be used as a wearable protective cover. [0003] 2. Description of the Related Art [0004] There are no known object wrappers that may be used as wearable protective covers. Existing protective covers such as bibs and aprons protect a user from the elements such as food, drinks, cleaning materials, or materials found in industrial settings. [0005] In U.S. Pat. No. 6,105,165, a pop-out baby/adult bib is disclosed wherein a flexible spring forms a circular bowl area for catching food and liquids, however there is no contemplation of using the baby/adult bib as a wrapper for objects in any way since an object of the invention is to minimize the packaging volume of the apparatus by compressing the bowl area down to a flat shape during storage. [0006] In U.S. Pat. No. 5,075,897, a multi-purpose protective garment is disclosed wherein the garment may also be used as a cushion device for sitting while commuting. This device does not allow for storing an object inside since the object of the invention is to allow for a cushioning effect from the material used in the construction of the garment. [0007] In U.S. Pat. No. 5,504,941, a bib is disclosed wherein the bib comprises a pouch for use in catching liquids and solids. This device does not allow for storing an object inside since the pouch of the apparatus since the object of the apparatus is to allow for catching spilt liquids and solids when the bib is worn. [0008] In U.S. Pat. No. 4,660,224, a bib-apron is disclosed wherein the bib-apron is supplied to consumers of fast food. This device does not allow for storing an object inside since the bib-apron of the apparatus since the object of the apparatus is to allow for inexpensively manufactured throw-away protection after the bib-apron is worn. [0009] In summary, there are no known wrappers that allow for an object to be packaged inside the wrapper wherein the wrapper may be worn as a protective cover once the object is unwrapped. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0010] One or more embodiments of the invention are directed to an apparatus and method for utilizing an object wrapper and a wearable protective cover. An object wrapper and wearable protective cover an object to be wrapped inside of the apparatus wherein the apparatus is easily converted into a wearable protective cover. [0011] In one or more embodiments of the invention pouches are integrated into the center portion of the object wrapper and wearable protective cover. These pouches are configured to enable each object inserted into the object wrapper and wearable protective cover to remain in a particular location when the object wrapper and wearable protective cover is unfolded and coupled with the wearer. For example when a user orders a fast food item that is pre-wrapped into the enclosure apparatus the user may place the apparatus on their lap, unwrap the fast food item and then position the apparatus so that it may function as a wearable protective cover. In one or more embodiments of the invention the pouch or pouches may comprise insulating properties that allow for food items to be stored in the apparatus for a longer time before the apparatus is used as a wearable protective cover. [0012] In one or more embodiments of the invention contemplates constructing the apparatus of a liquid absorbing material. Hence, it is possible for the apparatus to absorb liquids without making contact with or staining the clothing of the wearer of the apparatus. Embodiments of the invention comprising liquid absorbing material may also comprise a moisture barrier that holds the moisture and does not allow the moisture to pass through the apparatus. [0013] In one or more embodiments of the invention fire resistant or fire retarding material may be used in the construction of the object wrapper and wearable protective cover. This allows for defense against sparks and heat without allowing the thermal event to make contact with or burn the clothing of the wearer. For example a supermarket may query a customer whether the customer intends to barbeque the purchased food immediately in which case the customer may opt for packaging the purchased food within an embodiment of the invention. The barbeque items may then be obtained from the apparatus once the apparatus is unfolded at which time the apparatus may be worn as a protective apron for example when grilling the purchased food. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0014] FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of an embodiment of the invention after unwrapping the embodiment thereby leaving an object inside the embodiment accessible and allowing for the embodiment to be used as a wearable protective cover. [0015] FIG. 2 illustrates a front view of an embodiment of the invention in the fully extended position. [0016] FIG. 3 illustrates a sequence of images detailing wrapping an object in an embodiment of the invention. [0017] FIG. 4 illustrates a sequence of images detailing unwrapping an object in an embodiment of the invention and use of the embodiment as a wearable protective cover. [0018] FIG. 5 illustrates a stack of folded embodiments of the invention without wrapped objects inside. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0019] One or more embodiments of the invention are directed to an apparatus and method for utilizing an object wrapper and a wearable protective cover. The following descriptions of the embodiment of the invention are exemplary, rather than limiting, and many variations and modifications are within the scope and spirit of the invention. Although numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention, it will be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art, that embodiments of the invention may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known features have not been described in detail in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the present invention. [0020] One or more embodiments of the invention are directed to an apparatus and method for utilizing an object wrapper configured to convert into a wearable protective cover. Some examples of the various uses and benefits of the invention are provided below and followed by a description of the structural elements utilized to implement one or more embodiments of the invention. Continue reading about Object wrapper and wearable protective cover apparatus and method... 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