阅读说明：本技术 背包承载件以及包括这种背包承载件的设备 (Backpack carrying object and device comprising such a backpack carrying object ) 是由 J·格雷尼尔 M·梅内特里尔 于 2019-01-22 设计创作，主要内容包括：本发明涉及一种敞开式附连配件(2)和至少一个板(3a、3b),板布置在配件上,从而能够在延伸位置从配件朝向配件的外侧延伸,该延伸位置允许背包在使用期间搁置在板上,配件在使用期间成形为至少部分地围绕用户的每一侧,以平衡用户背部与两侧之间的约束。本发明还涉及一种包括这种配件的设备。(The invention relates to an open attachment accessory (2) and at least one panel (3a, 3b) arranged on the accessory so as to be able to extend from the accessory towards the outside of the accessory in an extended position which allows the backpack to rest on the panel during use, the accessory being shaped to at least partially surround each side of the user during use to balance the constraint between the back and both sides of the user. The invention also relates to a device comprising such an accessory.)

1. A backpack carrier comprising an open attachment frame (2; 102; 202; 302) and at least one support (3a, 3 b; 103a, 103 b; 203a, 203 b; 303) arranged on the frame in such a way as to be extendable outwardly from the frame in a protruding position which in use enables a backpack to rest on the support, the frame being shaped such that it extends at least partially around each side of a user in use, thereby balancing stresses between the user's back and both sides of the user.

2. The backpack carrier according to claim 1, wherein at least one end of the frame (302) on the user's side exhibits protrusions capable of supporting a load other than the backpack in use and is arranged on or on both sides of the user's torso, which balances the structure with respect to a load located behind the backpack.

3. The backpack carrier according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the support (3a, 3 b; 303) is movable between the protruding position and a folded position, the protruding position enabling the backpack to rest on the support in use.

4. The backpack carrier according to claim 3, wherein said support (3a, 3 b; 303) is mounted to move on said frame (2; 302) between said protruding position and said folded position.

5. The backpack carrier according to claim 4, wherein said support member (3a, 3 b; 303) is mounted for rotational movement between said protruding position and said folded position.

6. The backpack carrier according to any of claims 3-5, comprising a spring tending to keep the support members (3a, 3 b; 303) in their folded position.

7. The backpack carrier according to any preceding claim, wherein the backpack support member (301) comprises at least one stop preventing the support member (303) from tilting towards the interior of the frame.

8. The backpack carrier according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the support (303) is ribbed.

9. The backpack carrier according to any preceding claim, wherein said support (3a, 3 b; 303) is mounted on said frame (2; 302) by means of a carriage (12a, 12 b; 312) of said backpack carrier.

10. The backpack carrier according to any of the preceding claims, wherein said frame (2; 102; 202; 302) is composed of at least two parts.

11. The backpack carrier according to claim 10, wherein each frame portion is slidably mounted in a carriage (312) carrying the support (303).

12. The backpack carrier according to any of the preceding claims, wherein said support (303) is outwardly offset from said frame (302).

13. Apparatus comprising a backpack carrier according to any preceding claim, the apparatus being independent of a backpack to be rested on the backpack carrier.

Technical Field

The present invention relates to a backpack carrier comprising an open attachment frame and a support on which a backpack rests.

The invention also relates to a device (textile device such as an exoskeleton type mechanical device and/or a belt) comprising such a backpack carrier, which is independent of a backpack intended to rest on the backpack carrier.

Background

Modern backpacks used for outdoor activities often include a waist belt for transferring a portion of the weight of the backpack to the user's hips.

This serves to limit the stress exerted on the upper body of the user, which tends to weaken the user's back.

While very ergonomic, this type of backpack is hardly available in the military field. In particular, soldiers have been equipped with textile devices (jackets, belts, etc., for example for carrying ammunition) which hinder or prevent the closing of the waist belt.

This is problematic because soldiers often carry heavy items, typically in excess of 15 kilograms, and sometimes as high as 50 or 60 kilograms in the most extreme cases.

Disclosure of Invention

The aim of the present invention is to propose a solution for better distributing the weight exerted by the backpack on the user, even in a military environment.

In order to achieve this object, a backpack carrier is proposed comprising an open attachment frame and at least one support arranged on the frame in such a way that it can extend outwardly from the frame in a protruding position which in use enables a backpack to rest on the support, the frame being shaped such that it extends at least partially around each side of a user in use, thereby balancing the stress between the back of the user and both sides of the user.

Thus, in order to equip the user with a backpack carrier, for example, it is sufficient to attach the frame to a belt that has been worn by the user.

In use, the support in its protruding position enables a user to put the backpack down on the support, the backpack carrier then acting as a waist belt.

Thus, the invention provides a solution that is simple and also compatible with military activities, particularly considering the equipment already carried by soldiers. The backpack carrier can thus be attached to a belt already worn by the soldier.

Advantageously, the present invention does not require a fastening backpack. Thus, in an emergency, the backpack can be quickly removed.

Furthermore, since the frame extends not only around the back of the user but also around both sides of the user, it is possible to avoid concentrating the force on the back of the user, thereby better distributing the force around the user. Further, in a military environment, for example, equipment other than a backpack, such as a bullet-resistant vest for example, may then rest on the frame, thereby making the user more relaxed and also serving to balance the load behind the wearer associated with the backpack.

Preferably, at least one end of the frame to be located at the user side exhibits a protrusion.

This may provide more support for equipment other than a backpack on a backpack carrying member, relieving the user of more burden and balancing the load on the back.

In a particular embodiment, the support is movable between said protruding position and a folded position, which protruding position enables the backpack to rest on the support in use.

Thus, the support member can be folded up, making the backpack carrying member more ergonomic. In particular, even without a backpack resting on the backpack carrier, the user may place the support in the folded position and may continue to wear the backpack carrier without hindering it.

In a particular embodiment, the support is mounted for movement on the frame between said projecting position and said folded position.

Thus, it is very simple to fold the support by moving it relative to the frame.

Optionally, the support is mounted for rotational movement between said protruding position and said folded position.

Optionally, the backpack carrier comprises a spring which tends to hold the support in its folded position.

Optionally, the backpack carrier comprises at least one stop preventing the support from tilting towards the inside of the frame.

Optionally, the support is ribbed to provide a good grip for the backpack on the support.

Optionally, the support is movably mounted on the frame by means of a carriage of the backpack carrier.

Optionally, the frame is composed of at least two parts.

Optionally, each frame portion is slidably mounted in a carriage carrying the support.

Optionally, the support is offset outwardly from the frame.

The invention also provides an apparatus comprising such a backpack carrier, which is independent of a backpack to be rested on the backpack carrier.

Thus, fastening the backpack is not necessary. Thus, in an emergency, the backpack can be quickly removed.

The device (belt, exoskeleton … …) can be dedicated to wearing a backpack carrier.

In a variation, the device (belt, exoskeleton … …) has been worn by the user and the backpack carrier has been attached to the device.

Thus, in a military environment, the backpack carrier can be attached to a belt that has been worn by the user, such as a gunstrap. Typically, the backpack carrier is arranged such that the frame is located between the bulletproof inner belt of the belt and the outer belt of the belt for carrying ammunition and accessories.

Other features and advantages of the present invention will appear upon reading the following description of a specific, non-limiting embodiment of the invention.

Drawings

The invention may be better understood in view of the following description, given with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

figure 1 is a three-dimensional view of a backpack carrying article in a first embodiment of the invention;

fig. 2 is a three-dimensional view of a portion of the backpack carrier shown in fig. 1, with the support members in their folded position;

FIG. 3 is a view similar to FIG. 2, but with the carriage in a different position than in FIG. 2;

fig. 4 is a three-dimensional view of the carriage of the backpack carrier shown in fig. 1;

figure 5 is a three-dimensional view of a backpack carrying carrier in a second embodiment of the invention;

figure 6 is a three-dimensional view of a backpack carrying carrier in a third embodiment of the invention;

figure 7 is a three-dimensional view of a backpack carrying carrier in a fourth embodiment of the invention; and

figure 8 is a three-dimensional view of the backpack carrier shown in figure 7 from another angle;

Detailed Description

Referring to fig. 1, in a first embodiment of the invention, a backpack carrier given the general reference numeral 1 comprises an open frame 2 for attaching the backpack carrier 1 to equipment (not shown) to be worn by a user. The device may be developed specifically for wearing the backpack carrier 1 (textile device such as a belt and/or mechanical device of exoskeleton type) or may be an already existing device (textile device such as a belt and/or mechanical device of exoskeleton type). Preferably, the device is worn at least partially on the lower torso of the user so as to allow the lower torso to withstand forces, thereby relieving the upper body of the user.

The frame 2 is shaped to match the shape of the lower back of the user.

The frame 2 is shaped so that the stress exerted by a backpack resting on the backpack carrier 1 is not concentrated in the middle of the user's back.

In this case, the frame 2 is shaped to balance the stress between the user's back and the sides of the user.

For this purpose, the frame 2 in this example is substantially U-shaped. Typically, the frame 2 consists of a straight or slightly curved central portion, which extends symmetrically by two curved sections, the central portion being designed to fit around the back of the user and the two curved sections being designed to fit around the sides of the user.

In order to avoid hindering the movement of the arms when walking, the frame 2 is shaped in this example such that it does not completely surround the user. Typically, the frame 2 is shaped to extend more than substantially 180 ° around the user.

Preferably, in this example, the frame 2 comprises at least two distinct portions. In a particular embodiment, the frame is made up of two distinct portions 3a and 3 b.

This enables the user to adapt the frame 2 to the user's own body shape, making the backpack carrier more ergonomic. For example, a user of heavier stature can assemble the frame 2 in such a way that the two portions 3a and 3b do not touch. Thus, the shape of the frame 2 as described above corresponds to the case where the two portions 3a and 3b contact each other.

Advantageously, the division of the frame 2 into two portions 3a and 3b facilitates the movement when serving the user, each hip being associated with only one portion.

Furthermore, this ensures that the stresses exerted by the backpack resting on the backpack carrier 1 are more concentrated on the user's side, which results in a better balance between the two parts of the stresses to which the user is subjected under the action of the backpack.

Furthermore, this enables adaptation to the size of the backpack.

The two portions 3a and 3b can be obtained, for example, by moulding.

In this example, the two parts 3a and 3b are made of a plastic material.

Each portion 3a, 3b preferably comprises a continuous rim 4a, 4b, which is substantially circular arc-shaped, and from which at least one attachment tab extends for attachment to the device. The attachment tab(s) of a given portion (collectively) define:

a straight or curved proximal section for contact with the other parts if the two parts 3a and 3b are in contact with each other; and

a distal section extending the proximal section, the distal section being curved.

The tab is preferably curved so as to fit around the curvature of the user's back. This also serves to simplify the attachment of the backpack carrier 1 to the user.

As mentioned above, the backpack carrier 1 is connected to the user by being attached to the equipment via its tabs.

In particular, each tab comprises an aperture (e.g. extending vertically and/or horizontally) to pass through one or more straps for attaching each portion 3a, 3b to the device. Alternatively or additionally, the aperture is used to limit the weight of the backpack carrier 1.

The number of tabs and their shape and the number of apertures and their shape are thus dependent on the equipment to be carried with the backpack carrier.

For example, the spacing between the tabs may correspond to the width of a fabric strip of a piece of military textile equipment.

In a particular embodiment, each portion 3a, 3b comprises a first tab 5a, 5b forming a proximal section of the considered portion, and two other tabs 6a, 7a and 6b, 7b, which together form a distal section of the considered portion, the respective tabs being separate from each other. The outermost tabs 7a, 7b of the backpack carrier comprise central apertures 8a, 8b, the middle tabs 6a, 6b comprise vertically extending apertures 9a, 9b (only some of which are labeled in the figures), the bottom edge comprises horizontally extending apertures 10a, 10b (only some of which are labeled in the figures), and the central tabs 5a, 5b comprise only vertically extending apertures (not visible in the figures).

This enables the backpack carrier 1 to be attached to military textile equipment such as belts.

Thereby, the backpack carrier 1 is not attached to the backpack to be rested thereon, thus enabling the user to more easily remove the backpack.

Advantageously, by being joined to the belt in this way, the backpack carrier 1 facilitates the wearing of another textile element worn by the user, such as for example a jacket, a bullet-proof vest (BPV), a Smart Jacket (SJ), or indeed a Modular Ballistic Structure (MBS) … …

This is particularly advantageous in military environments where jacket type textile equipment is relatively heavy. In particular, the jacket naturally rests on the edges 4a, 4b of the frame 2, so that some of the weight of the jacket can be transferred from the user's shoulders to the user's hips.

This serves to further limit the stress exerted on the upper body of the user.

Typically, in a military environment, the backpack carrier 1 is arranged such that the frame 2 is located between the bulletproof inner belt of a belt and the outer belt of a belt.

Advantageously, the backpack carrier 1 also serves to change the way in which the pressure experienced by the user is balanced between the jacket and the backpack, since the backpack and jacket naturally tend to pull towards the back and front of the user's torso, respectively, taking into account the various elements in the jacket (ammunition, electronic components, etc.). In particular, the backpack carrier 1 is used to increase the force on the user's hips.

Preferably, the backpack carrier 1 is shaped such that the resultant of the forces applied by the backpack and the jacket is located slightly behind the iliac crest of the user.

Optionally, the rims 4a, 4b are also shaped to be smaller at the distal end of said rims 4a, 4b than at the proximal end of said rims 4a, 4b, again in order not to obstruct the user too much when walking.

The backpack carrier 1 further comprises at least one support. Preferably, each portion 3a, 3b of the frame 2 comprises its own support 11a, 11 b. Thus, in this example, the backpack carrier 1 has two different supports 11a and 11 b.

The two supports 11a and 11b can be obtained, for example, by moulding. In this example, the two supports 11a and 11b are made of plastic material.

In a preferred manner, the two supports 11a and 11b are mounted on the frame 2 by means of respective carriages 12a and 12b which slide the two supports 11a and 11b with respect to the frame 2 (one of the carriages being more clearly visible in fig. 4). In this example, the carriages are arranged in a manner that allows both carriages to slide circumferentially (i.e., around the user substantially around the user's head-to-foot axis when the user is wearing the backpack carrier).

This makes the backpack carrier 1 more ergonomic. Furthermore, this enables adaptation to the size of the backpack.

Typically, each portion 3a, 3b comprises its own carriage 12a, 12b on which its own support 11a, 11b is mounted. For each portion 3a, 3b, the carriage is mounted to slide on its proximal section, rather than over the entire length of said portion. For this purpose, and as can be better seen in fig. 3 and 4, the central tab 5a, 5b of each portion 3a, 3b comprises, at its top and bottom ends, rails 18, 19 allowing the sliding of the carriages 12a, 12b between said rails.

The two carriages 12a and 12b can be obtained, for example, by moulding. In this example, the two carriages 12a and 12b are made of plastic material.

As can be seen in fig. 4, each carriage 12a, 12b has snap fastener fingers 16 and 17 arranged at the top and bottom ends of the carriage, respectively, so as to cooperate with respective notches 20 (only some of which are marked in the figure), which are arranged in tracks 18 and 19 of the central tabs 5a, 5b in question. This serves to temporarily set the position of the carriages 12a, 12b with respect to the portion 3a, 3b in question, when the snap-fastener fingers 16, 17 are engaged in a pair of notches 20 in said central tabs 5a, 5 b. This also serves to prevent the carriages 12a, 12b from falling off the track.

It is also preferred that each support 3a, 3b is movably mounted on the frame 2 for movement between a folded position in which the support 3a, 3b extends along the frame 2 and a protruding position enabling the backpack to rest on the support 3a, 3b when in use.

In this example, each support 3a, 3b is pivotally mounted on the associated carriage 12a, 12b to pivot about a respective pivot pin between its folded position and its projecting position. In a preferred manner, each support 3a, 3b is pivotally mounted on an associated carriage 12a, 12b, so that:

in its folded position (shown in fig. 2), the supports 3a, 3b extend along the frame 2; and

in its protruding position (as shown in fig. 1), the support 3a, 3b extends substantially transversely or perpendicularly with respect to the frame 2.

In particular, the supports 3a, 3b are pivotally mounted on the associated carriages 12a, 12b so that:

in its folded position, the support members 3a, 3b extend substantially vertically upwards; and

in its protruding position, the support 3a, 3b extends substantially horizontally.

Thus, in its folded position the supports 3a, 3b extend along the back of the user towards the head of the user, and in its protruding position the supports 3a, 3b extend substantially perpendicularly with respect to the user.

Preferably, the backpack carrier 1 comprises a spring 15 associated with each support 3a, 3 b.

Each spring 15 is arranged in such a way that the associated support member is held in its folded position so that the support members 3a and 3b do not interfere with the user if the user is not carrying the backpack. If the user desires to use the backpack carrying member, the user lowers the supports 3a and 3b simultaneously, which remain in the protruding position under the weight of the backpack as long as the backpack is not removed.

For example, the spring 15 is made of metal, as is the pivot pin of the supports 3a and 3b, on which the spring is arranged in this example.

In this example, each support 3a, 3b is in the form of a plate. For example, each plate is shaped so that its side facing away from the other plate widens away from the frame 2.

Preferably, apertures 13 (only some of which are labeled in the figures) are provided in each support 3a, 3 b.

This serves to reduce the weight of the backpack carrier 1. This also serves to avoid water remaining between the backpack and the backpack carrier 1.

For example, the apertures 13 are oblong and they extend straight outward from the backpack carrier 1.

The backpack carrier 1 as described above is structurally simple and at the same time ergonomic.

It should be noted that the backpack carrier 1 consists of a small number of parts. The backpack carrier 1 can be easily mass produced at low cost.

With reference to fig. 5, a second embodiment will now be described. Unlike the first embodiment, the supports 103a, 103b cannot move relative to the frame.

The backpack carrier 101 comprises an open attachment frame 102 for attaching the backpack carrier 101 to a piece of equipment to be worn by a user. The device may be developed specifically for wearing backpack carrier 101 (a textile device such as a belt and/or an exoskeleton type mechanical device) or may be an already existing device (a textile device such as a belt and/or an exoskeleton type mechanical device). Preferably, the device is worn at least partially on the lower torso of the user so as to allow the lower torso to withstand forces, thereby relieving the upper body of the user.

The frame 102 is shaped to match the shape of the user's lower back.

The frame 102 is shaped so that the stress exerted by a backpack resting on the backpack carrier 101 is not concentrated in the middle of the user's back.

In this case, the frame 102 is shaped to balance the stress between the user's back and the sides of the user.

To this end, the frame 102 in this example is substantially U-shaped. Typically, the frame 102 consists of a straight or slightly curved central portion that extends symmetrically by two curved sections, the central portion being designed to fit around the back of the user and the two curved sections being designed to fit around the sides of the user.

To avoid interfering with the movement of the arms while walking, in this example, the frame 102 is shaped such that it does not completely surround the user. Typically, the frame 102 is shaped to extend more than substantially 180 ° around the user.

Preferably, in this example, the frame 102 comprises at least two distinct portions. In a particular embodiment, the frame 102 is comprised of two distinct portions.

This enables the user to adapt the frame 102 to the user's own body shape, making the backpack carrier 101 more ergonomic. For example, a heavy user may be able to assemble the frame 102 in a manner where the two parts do not touch. Thus, the shape of the frame 102 as described above corresponds to a case where the two portions contact each other.

Advantageously, dividing the frame 102 into two parts facilitates movement while serving the user, with only one part associated with each hip.

Furthermore, this ensures that the stresses exerted by the backpack resting on the backpack carrier 1 are more concentrated on the user's side, which results in a better balance between the two parts of the stresses to which the user is subjected under the action of the backpack. Furthermore, this enables adaptation to the size of the backpack.

These two parts of the frame 102 are obtained, for example, by moulding.

In this example, the two portions 102 are made of a plastic material.

Preferably, each portion includes a continuous rim from which at least one attachment tab 114 extends for attachment to the device. The tab(s) of a given portion (collectively) define:

a straight or curved proximal section for contacting the other part if the two parts are in contact with each other; and

a distal section extending the proximal section, the distal section being curved.

The tab 114 is preferably curved to fit around the curvature of the user's back. This also serves to simplify the attachment of the backpack carrier 101 to the user.

As described above, the backpack carrier 101 is connected to the user by being attached to the equipment via its tabs 114.

In particular, each tab 114 includes an aperture (e.g., extending vertically and/or horizontally) to pass one or more straps therethrough for attaching each portion to the device. Alternatively or additionally, the aperture is used to limit the weight of the backpack carrier.

The number of tabs 114 and their shape and the number of apertures and their shape are thus dependent on the equipment to carry the backpack carrier 101. For example, the spacing between tabs 114 may correspond to the width of a fabric strip of a piece of military equipment.

In a particular embodiment, each section has five tabs 114, with each tab 114 being separate from one another. All tabs 114 also include vertically extending apertures.

This enables attachment of the backpack carrier 101 to military textile equipment.

Thereby, the backpack carrier 101 is not attached to the backpack to be rested thereon, thus enabling the user to more easily remove the backpack.

Advantageously, by being joined to the belt in this way, backpack carrier 101 facilitates the wearing of another textile element worn by the user, such as, for example, a jacket, a bullet-proof vest (BPV), a Smart Jacket (SJ), or indeed a Modular Ballistic Structure (MBS) … …

This is particularly advantageous in military environments where jacket type textile equipment is relatively heavy.

In particular, the jacket naturally rests on the rim of the frame 102, enabling some of the weight of the jacket to be transferred from the user's shoulders to the user's hips.

This serves to limit even more pressure exerted on the user's upper body, which tends to weaken the user's back.

Typically, in a military environment, the backpack carrier 101 is arranged such that the frame 102 is located between the bulletproof inner belt of the belt and the outer belt of the belt.

Advantageously, the backpack carrier 101 also serves to change the way in which the pressure experienced by the user is balanced between the jacket and the backpack, as the backpack and jacket naturally tend to pull towards the back and front of the user's torso, respectively, taking into account the various elements (ammunition, electronics, etc.) in the jacket. In particular, the backpack carrier 1 is used to increase the force on the user's hips.

Preferably, the backpack carrier 101 is shaped such that the resultant of the forces applied by the backpack and the jacket is located slightly behind the iliac crest of the user.

The backpack carrier 101 further comprises at least one support 103a, 103 b. Preferably, each part of the frame comprises its own support 103a, 103 b. Thus, in this example, backpack carrier 101 has two different supports 103a and 103 b.

In the second embodiment, the supports 103a, 103b are stationary relative to the frame 102.

In this example, the edges of each part of the frame 102 form a support for the part in question. Thus, for each portion, the supports 103a, 103b and tab 114 form a single component.

Thus, in this example, the supports 103a, 103b and the tab 114 of the considered part are manufactured simultaneously.

The two portions are preferably shaped so that the supports 103a and 103b extend substantially perpendicularly or transversely with respect to the frame 102, thereby defining a protruding position in which the backpack can rest on the supports 103a and 103 b. In particular, the two portions are shaped so that the supports 103a and 103b extend substantially horizontally in said protruding position.

Each edge forming the support 103a, 103b is shaped like a comma, widening when approaching the centre of the frame 102.

Thus, the rim is also shaped to be smaller at the distal end of the rim than at the proximal end of the rim, again in order not to unduly hinder the user when walking.

In particular, the rim presents a recess in the form of an orifice (which may be open and/or closed).

This serves to reduce the weight of the backpack carrier 101. This also serves to avoid water remaining between the backpack and the backpack carrier 101.

The backpack carrier 101 as described above is very simple in construction while also being ergonomic. Specifically, the backpack carrier 101 comprises only two components: forming both the frame 102 and the two parts of the support 103a, 103 b.

It should be noted that the backpack carrier 101 is composed of a small number of components. The backpack carrier 101 can be easily mass produced at low cost.

As mentioned above, the shape and number of tabs 114 depends on the equipment to which it is desired to attach the backpack carrier 101.

Fig. 6 thus shows a third embodiment, in which the backpack carrier 201 exhibits another shape than the two embodiments described above.

In this third embodiment, each section has four tabs 214. Further, all of the tabs 214 include vertically extending apertures, and the end of one of the tabs additionally includes a circular aperture.

Referring to fig. 7 and 8, a fourth embodiment of the present invention is described below.

The backpack carrier given the general reference numeral 301 comprises an open attachment frame 302 for attaching the backpack carrier 301 to a piece of equipment (not shown) to be worn by a user. The device may be developed specifically for wearing the backpack carrier 1 (textile device such as a belt and/or mechanical device of exoskeleton type) or may be an already existing device (textile device such as a belt and/or mechanical device of exoskeleton type). Preferably, the device is worn at least partially on the lower torso of the user so as to allow the lower torso to withstand forces, thereby relieving the upper body of the user.

The frame 302 is shaped to match the shape of the user's lower back.

The frame 302 is shaped so that the stress exerted by a backpack resting on the backpack carrier 301 is not concentrated in the middle of the user's back.

In this case, the frame 302 is shaped to balance the stress between the user's back and the sides of the user.

To this end, in this example, the frame 302 is substantially U-shaped. Typically, the frame 302 consists of a straight or slightly curved central portion that extends symmetrically by two curved sections, the central portion being designed to fit around the back of the user and the two curved sections being designed to fit around the sides of the user.

To avoid interfering with the movement of the arms while walking, in this example, the frame 302 is shaped such that it does not completely surround the user. Typically, the frame 302 is shaped to extend more than substantially 180 ° around the user.

The frame 302 includes at least two distinct portions. In a particular embodiment, frame 302 is made up of two distinct portions 303a and 303 b.

The two portions 303a and 303b may be obtained by molding, for example.

In this example, the two parts 303a and 303b are made of a plastic material.

Each portion 303a, 303b preferably comprises a continuous rim 304a, 304b, which is substantially circular arc-shaped, and from which at least one attachment tab extends for attachment to the device.

The attachment tab(s) of a given portion (collectively) define:

a straight or curved proximal section, which is arranged substantially against the back of the user; and

a curved distal section, which is arranged substantially on one side of the user.

The tab is preferably curved to fit around the curvature of the user's pelvis. This also serves to simplify the attachment of the backpack carrier 301 to the user.

As described above, backpack carrier 301 connects to the user by attaching to the equipment via its tabs.

In particular, each tab includes an aperture (e.g., extending vertically and/or horizontally) to pass one or more straps therethrough for attaching each portion 303a, 303b to the device. Alternatively or additionally, the apertures serve to limit the weight of the backpack carrier 301.

The number of tabs and their shape and the number of apertures and their shape are thus dependent on the equipment to be carried with the backpack carrier.

For example, the spacing between the tabs may correspond to the width of a fabric strip of a piece of military textile equipment.

In a particular embodiment, each portion 303a, 303b comprises a first tab 305a, 305b forming a proximal section of the considered portion, and another tab 306a, 306b forming a distal section of the considered portion, the respective tabs being separate from each other. The outermost tabs 306a, 306b of the backpack carrier include vertically extending apertures 309a, 309b (only some of which are labeled in the figures) between two horizontally extending apertures 310a, 310b, while the central tabs 305a, 305b include vertically extending apertures 309a, 309b (only some of which are labeled in the figures) between two horizontally extending apertures 310a, 310 b.

This enables the backpack carrier 301 to be attached to military textile equipment such as a belt.

Thereby, the backpack carrier 301 is not attached to the backpack to be rested thereon, thus enabling the user to more easily remove the backpack.

Advantageously, by being joined to the belt in this way, the backpack carrier 301 facilitates the wearing of another textile element worn by the user, such as, for example, a jacket, a bullet-proof vest (BPV), a Smart Jacket (SJ), or indeed a Modular Ballistic Structure (MBS) … …

This is particularly advantageous in military environments where jacket type textile equipment is relatively heavy.

In particular, the jacket naturally rests on the edges 304a, 304b of the frame 302, thereby enabling some of the weight of the jacket to be transferred from the user's shoulders to the user's hips.

This limits the pressure exerted on the user's upper body even further and the forces from the backpack are balanced on the support located behind the body, making the load on the user stable and comfortable.

Typically, in a military environment, backpack carrier 301 is arranged such that frame 302 is located between the ballistic resistant inner belt of the belt and the outer belt of the belt. For example, the attachment tabs slide between the two straps in order to properly position the backpack carrier 301.

Advantageously, the backpack carrier 301 also serves to alter the way in which the pressure experienced by the user is balanced between the jacket and the backpack, as the backpack and jacket naturally tend to pull towards the back and front of the user's torso, respectively, in view of the various components (ammunition, electronics, etc.) in the jacket. In particular, the backpack carrier 301 is used to increase the force on the user's hips.

Preferably, the backpack carrier 301 is shaped such that the resultant of the forces applied by the backpack and the garment is located slightly behind the iliac crest of the user.

Preferably, each edge 304a, 304b of frame 302 widens at its distal end (i.e., its end furthest from the center of the frame). The widening forms protrusions 307a, 307b on either side of the frame.

This serves to further improve the support provided by the backpack carrier 301 to additional equipment such as a jacket.

Each projection 307a, 307b is thus planar. In this example, each protrusion 307a, 307b is generally elliptical in shape.

The backpack carrier 301 also includes at least one support member. In this example, the backpack carrier 301 has a single support 311.

The support 311 is obtained, for example, by molding. In this example, the support 311 is made of a plastic material.

Preferably, the support 311 is mounted on the frame 302 by means of a carriage 312.

In particular, each portion 303a, 303b of the frame 302 is slidably mounted in a carriage 312. In this example, the carriage 312 is arranged in a manner that allows both portions 303a, 303b to slide circumferentially (i.e., around the user substantially around the user's head-to-foot axis when the user is wearing the backpack carrier).

This enables the user to adapt the frame 302 to the user's own body shape, making the backpack carrier more ergonomic. For example, the user may arrange the frame 302 such that the two portions 303a and 303b do not contact each other, or conversely such that the two portions 303a and 303b do contact each other. In all cases, the two parts 303a and 303b are connected together by means of the carriage 312, even though they can slide freely with respect to each other and with respect to the carriage 312.

In a military environment where the backpack carrier 301 is mounted in a belt already in place on the operator, the ability of the two portions 303a and 303b to slide relative to the carriage 312 enables the operator to adapt the backpack carrier 301 to the size of the belt, particularly one of three standard belt sizes (1 to 3) available from certain military suppliers. Thus, the same backpack carrier 301 can be used by different operators of different sizes while maintaining similar beneficial ergonomic effects among people of various sizes and dimensions.

Furthermore, this ensures that the stresses exerted by the backpack resting on the backpack carrier 301 are more concentrated on the user's side, which results in a better balance between the two parts of the stresses to which the user is subjected under the action of the backpack.

Thus, each portion 303a, 303b is mounted to slide independently on the carriage 312.

For this purpose, the carriage 312 has a first guide 317 at the top end and a second guide 318 at the bottom end to allow each portion 303a, 30b to slide relative to the carriage 312 between said guides 317 and 318. Typically, edges 304a and 304b slide in top rail 317 and the tongue is attached to each portion 303a, 303b that slides in bottom rail 318.

The carriage 312 is obtained, for example, by molding. In this example, the carriage 312 is made of a plastic material.

Further, carriage 312 has two slots 319a and 319b near its bottom end and slidably receives respective pins 320a, 320b, each pin 320a, 320b being connected to a respective one of the tongues attached to each portion 303a, 303 b. Since both ends of each slot 319a, 319b are closed, the above-mentioned slot and pin combination serves to limit the sliding of each portion 303a, 303b with respect to the carriage 312, and in particular to ensure that neither portion 303a nor 303b is detached from the carriage 312.

Thus, although in this example the two parts 303a and 303b are independent, they remain linked together by means of the carriage 312. Thus, in this fourth embodiment, the backpack carrier 301 forms an integral assembly. However, by acting on the pins 320a, 320b, the assembly can be disassembled to form three distinct components, making the backpack carrier easier for the user to carry and more compact when the user decides not to use the backpack carrier.

It is also preferred that the support 303 is movably mounted on the frame 302 for movement between a folded position in which the support 303 extends along the frame 302 and a protruding position enabling the backpack to rest on the support 303 when in use.

In this example, the support 303 is pivotally mounted on the associated carriage 312 to pivot about a pivot axis Z between its folded position and its protruding position.

Preferably, in other embodiments the pivot axis is substantially vertically above the structure of the carriage, while in a fourth embodiment the support 303 is pivotally mounted on the carriage such that the pivot axis Z is offset from the edges 304a, 304b towards the outside of the frame 302, in other words the support is L-shaped in the sagittal plane, i.e. when the user is seen in a side profile.

In this way, the support members 303 are offset outwardly from the frame 102, i.e. towards the outside of the backpack carrier 301.

This is particularly advantageous in military environments when the support is in its folded position, as the bulletproof vest has a considerable thickness, particularly in the presence of bulletproof panels. This L-shape then enables the support to exceed the thickness of the vest, keeping it vertically abutted, wherein a straight support with its centre of rotation on the carriage and vertically aligned with the support will not exceed the thickness of the vest, and will remain semi-open in its folded position.

Preferably, the supports 303 are pivotally mounted on the associated carriage 312 such that:

in its folded position, support 303 extends along frame 302; and

in its protruding position, the support 303 extends substantially laterally or perpendicularly with respect to the frame 302.

In particular, the support 303 is pivotally mounted on an associated carriage 312, so that:

in its folded position, the support member 303 extends substantially vertically upwards; and

in its protruding position, the support 303 extends substantially horizontally.

Thus, in its collapsed position, the support 303 extends along the back of the user towards the head of the user, and in its protruding position, the support 303 extends substantially perpendicular with respect to the user.

Optionally, backpack carrier 301 comprises a spring associated with support 303.

The spring is arranged in such a way that the support 303 is kept in its folded position, so that the support 303 does not get in the way of the user if the user is not carrying the backpack. If the user desires to use the backpack carrier, the user simultaneously lowers the support 303, which remains in the protruding position under the weight of the backpack as long as the backpack is not removed.

For example, the spring is made of metal, like the pivot pin of the support 303, which is arranged on said pivot axis.

Preferably, the backpack carrier 301 comprises at least one stop to prevent the support member 303 from tilting towards the interior of the frame 302, such that the support member 303 does not obstruct the user if the user is not carrying the backpack.

In this example, the support 303 is in the form of a plate.

Preferably, the support member 303 is ribbed at least on its surface that contacts the backpack.

This serves to improve the grip of the backpack on the support 303.

The backpack carrier 1 as described above is structurally simple and at the same time ergonomic.

It should be noted that the backpack carrier 1 consists of a small number of parts. The backpack carrier 1 can be easily mass produced at low cost.

Naturally, the invention is not limited to the described embodiments and modifications can be applied thereto without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

Thus, the backpack carrier is equally suitable for military and civilian environments.

It should be noted that the backpack carrier is used when the operator is standing upright in order to relieve the operator of the weight of the backpack.

Further, although in this example the frame is made up of two parts, the frame can be made up of other numbers of parts. The frame can also be made as a single part.

Although in the first three embodiments the parts are completely independent of each other, the parts can be fastened together in an optional temporary manner, for example as in the fourth embodiment. For example, the backpack carrier can include a latch so that the two frame portions can be temporarily secured together.

In the same way, although in the first three embodiments the backpack carrier has two support members, the backpack carrier can have some other number of support members and it can for example have only one support member, as in the fourth embodiment.

Thus, in general, the backpack carrier of the present invention can be manufactured by combining several embodiments described in the present application. For example, the support of the fourth embodiment can comprise an aperture as in the first embodiment. The projection of the fourth embodiment can be applied to other embodiments.

The support member can be mounted on the backpack carrier in a manner different from that described. For example, the support can be mounted so that it moves directly between two positions on the frame (without the need for additional components such as the carriage as described). By performing a movement different from said movement, for example by a translational movement, the support can be moved between its two positions.

Each support can be connected to the frame using some other number of pins than the number described and/or some other number of springs.

Furthermore, the support need not be movably mounted on the frame. The support can thus be fastened to the frame in a stationary manner. The support can then be integral with the frame, or it can form a separate component that fits over the frame and is thereby securely fastened to the frame (via adhesive, screw fastening … …)

Although the support is described above as being made as a single plate, the support can be made in other ways. For example, the support can have a plurality of elements nested within one another (typically for telescopic movement) so that the support is more compact when it is not in its protruding position. For example, there may be a support in which the distal element is fixedly secured to the frame (or movably secured to the frame) and its other elements are nested within one another.

When the support is mounted on the frame via a carriage, the carriage can be arranged in a different manner than described. For example, instead of or in addition to moving in a circumferential translation (i.e. around the torso of the user) as described above, the carriage can be moved in an axial translation (i.e. up/down movement, i.e. preferably substantially vertically) and/or in a radial translation (i.e. towards or away from the user, i.e. preferably substantially horizontally).

Advantageously, with the carriage movable at least in an axial translation, the support can move up and down to contact the backpack and can do so without needing to change the position of the frame itself interacting with the user. This is particularly advantageous in certain circumstances, particularly in military environments, where the length of the terminal portion of the backpack is constant for a given model of backpack, even though the height of the user's torso naturally varies greatly from person to person.

As mentioned above, it can be assumed that the sledge(s) is not moving relative to the user.

Although the various components described above are made by moulding, the components can be made in different ways, for example by three-dimensional printing.

The backpack carrier can be attached to the intended equipment by means other than straps, for example by using a MOLLES interface, which is well known in the military.