Package for earphones or other electronic devices and packaged earphones

Packaged and packaged earphones for earphones or other electronic devices

Package for Earphones or Other Electronic Devices and Packaged Earphones

The described embodiments generally relate to packaging, and more specifically to earphone packaging.

The headset package can be used, for example, to store, transmit, protect, and/or present the headset to consumers.

This disclosure details a system, equipment, and method for packaging an electronic device (such as a headset packaging). A package for an electronic device may include: a first compressed natural fiber layer defining a void; and a second compressed natural fiber layer disposed adjacent to the first compressed natural fiber layer. In some embodiments, the aperture receives a portion of the electronic device. In some embodiments, the second compressed natural fiber layer has a flap that partially covers the pores of the first compressed natural fiber layer. The first compressed natural fiber layer and the second compressed natural fiber layer can be joined to each other by high-frequency welding. For example, the first compressed natural fiber layer and the second compressed natural fiber layer may include a coating or film, such as a polypropylene laminate. The polypropylene laminate of the first layer and the second layer can be welded together by high frequency, so that the first compressed natural fiber layer and the second compressed natural fiber layer are joined to each other.

In some embodiments, the first layer is paper. In some embodiments, the second layer is paper. In some embodiments, the second layer includes two flaps that partially cover the void defined by the first compressed natural fiber layer. In some embodiments, the package also includes a third compressed natural fiber layer that is arranged adjacent to the first layer on the side opposite to the second layer. In some embodiments, the first layer defines a second pore. In some embodiments, the third layer includes a flap that partially covers the second aperture defined by the first layer. In some embodiments, the third layer completely covers the void defined by the first layer. In some embodiments, the third layer is joined to the second layer by high frequency welding. In some embodiments, the first layer, the second layer, and the third layer constrain the electronic device in three dimensions.

In some embodiments, each compressed natural fiber layer includes a coating of one of the polypropylene laminates. The first layer may form an exterior of the package.

In some embodiments, a packaged product includes the package described above and a product. The product may include a product body and a cable connected to the product body. In some embodiments, a portion of the product body is tied above the first layer. In some embodiments, a portion of the product body is tied below the first layer. The cable cannot be seen from above the first layer.

In some embodiments, a perimeter of the pores of the first layer is smaller than a perimeter of the product body. The flap can be biased to press the product body against the perimeter of the aperture.

In some embodiments, a package includes a compressed natural fiber earphone support, a compressed natural fiber cable support, and a compressed natural fiber cable guide. The compressed natural fiber earphone support may include a first compressed natural fiber layer and a second compressed natural fiber layer. In some embodiments, the first compressed natural fiber layer and the second compressed natural fiber layer are configured to fasten the ears. Two holes of the machine. In some embodiments, the compressed natural fiber cable support is attached to the compressed natural fiber earphone support. In some embodiments, the cable support and the second compressed natural fiber layer are monolithic. In some embodiments, the compressed natural fiber cable guide is attached to the cable support and includes protrusions. Each protrusion may have a tab on each end, and the tabs are arranged at an angle to form an annular guide for one of the earphones to wind the cable.

In some embodiments, the package includes a connector support attached to the cable support. The connector support may include a hole to receive a connector of the earphones. In some embodiments, the package includes an accessory support attached to the connector support. The accessory support may include an additional aperture to receive an accessory.

In some embodiments, the cable guide includes a channel surrounding the cable of the earphones. The channel can be disconnected when a user opens the package, allowing the cable to be removed from the package.

In some embodiments, the package includes a side portion, the side portion being a single piece with the compressed natural fiber cable support and the second compressed natural fiber layer, and the side portion may form a side of the package. In some embodiments, the package includes two tabs extending from the cable support, and each tab can form one side of the package. In some embodiments, when the package is closed, the two tabs and the side part cannot be seen from above the first compressed natural fiber layer.

In some embodiments, the second compressed natural fiber layer includes flaps that partially cover the two holes to fasten the earphones. In some embodiments, one gram of the first compressed natural fiber layer is greater than one gram of the second compressed natural fiber layer.

In some embodiments, the packaged earphones include the package and the earphones described above. In some embodiments, the earphones are fastened in the two holes. In some embodiments, the ears The cable of the machine extends from the earphones in a direction parallel to the first compressed natural fiber layer and the second compressed natural fiber layer. In some embodiments, the cable cannot be seen from above the first compressed natural fiber layer and the second compressed natural fiber layer. In some embodiments, the compressed natural fiber earphone support is disposed above the compressed natural fiber cable support, and most of the cable is disposed between the compressed natural fiber earphone support and the cable support.

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The present disclosure can be more easily understood through the following embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which similar component symbols refer to similar structural components, and in which: [FIG. 1] shows a top view of an earphone package according to some embodiments.

[Figure 2] Shows a side view of an earphone package according to some embodiments.

[Figure 3] Shows a partial cross-sectional view taken along line 3-3 of Figure 1.

[Figure 4] Shows a partial cross-sectional view taken along the line 4-4 of Figure 1.

[Figure 5] shows an internal view of a headset package in an open configuration according to some embodiments.

[Figure 6] shows an external view of a headset package in an open configuration according to some embodiments.

[Figure 7] shows an internal view of a headset package in an open configuration according to some embodiments.

[Figure 8] shows an exploded view of an earphone package according to some embodiments.

[Figure 9] shows a part of a headset package according to some embodiments.

[Fig. 10] shows a part of a headphone package according to some embodiments.

[Figure 11] shows a part of a headset package according to some embodiments.

[Figure 12] shows a part of a headset package according to some embodiments.

[Fig. 13] shows a part of a headphone package according to some embodiments.

Reference will now be made in detail to the representative embodiments illustrated in the drawings. It should be understood that the following description is not intended to limit the embodiment to a preferred embodiment. On the contrary, the intention is to cover various alternatives, modifications, and equivalent examples that can be included in the spirit and scope of the described embodiments as defined by the scope of the patent application.

This disclosure generally relates to packaging, and more specifically to earphone packaging. Although the earphone packaging is specifically discussed, the principles discussed in this article are also applicable to packaging for other products. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the package can be used for any product, especially for small and lightweight products.

Encapsulation can be used to store, transmit, protect, and/or present products (such as headsets or other electronic devices) to consumers, for example. In some embodiments, the headset package can be designed to achieve multiple goals. For example, the packaging can protect the headset (for example, by securing the headset in position) while presenting the headset to consumers, including allowing consumers to easily access the headset to take out the headset from the package. The use of adhesives can, for example, fasten the earphones in place, but the adhesives make it difficult for consumers to take out the earphones from the packaging. Therefore, in some embodiments, the packaging described herein secures the earphone in position, while also making the earphone easily accessible by using mechanisms and techniques that minimize the use of adhesives. At the same time, because the package can be discarded, in some embodiments, the package is made with a minimum amount of material, and the material is environmentally friendly (e.g., recyclable, for example, in a conventional paper recycling stream, no deconstruction is required Package and separate its component parts).

In some embodiments, the encapsulation may be formed by a layer of compressed natural fibers (e.g., paper or cardboard formed of, for example, cellulose, bagasse, or bamboo fibers). These compressed natural fiber layers can be This attachment forms the package. In some embodiments, the compressed natural fiber layers are attached by high frequency welding. In some embodiments, the compressed natural fiber layers can be attached to each other by an adhesive.

In some embodiments, an upper surface layer of the package defines one or more apertures that receive a portion of a product. For example, the upper surface layer may include two pores, and one pore is used for each earphone of a pair of earphones. The apertures can conform to the contours of the earphones, but are slightly smaller than the earphones, so that the earphones can rest against the perimeter of the aperture from below without passing through the apertures. This can help to present the earphones as "floating" on the upper surface within the package, especially without viewing any other anchors or fixing mechanisms from above the upper surface. Additional apertures may be included in any of the same layer or a different layer to receive, for example, a headphone jack, adapter, or other type of electrical connector (e.g., a USB device, a Connector, a power plug, etc.).

In some embodiments, a compressed natural fiber layer adjacent to an aperture includes one or more flaps that partially cover the apertures in the adjacent layer. The flap can be biased towards the aperture so that when a product is placed between the flap and the aperture, the product is secured in place between the flap and the perimeter of the aperture. In some embodiments, the two flaps together secure the product in position. In this way, the flaps can fasten the product in position from below the visible upper surface, allowing the product to be displayed from the opposite side of the aperture, without the flaps themselves being visible. In addition, the flaps may allow easy access to the product for removal from the package. For example, the product can be taken out by pulling the product between the flaps.

In some embodiments, because the specific part of the product is larger than the aperture, the flaps and a perimeter of the aperture form a space for storing the specific part of the product. In some real In an embodiment, a part of the product extends beyond this space (ie, above the layer with the pores). This part of the product can be displayed to consumers, so the product is displayed.

In some embodiments, the package stores the rest of the product (such as the cable of the earphone) under the upper layer, which is mainly invisible to consumers. For example, one or more compressed natural fiber layers can provide a guide to wind the cable in the package in an annular (eg, circular) pattern. In some embodiments, one or more compressed natural fiber layers may have tabs to close the package.

These and other embodiments are discussed below with reference to the drawings. However, those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field will understand that the detailed descriptions given in this article on these diagrams are for understanding purposes only and should not be construed as limiting.

As shown for example in FIGS. 1 and 2, the package 100 can be used to store, transmit, protect, and/or present a product 10 or other items, such as earphones (sometimes referred to as earphones (in -ear headphone) or ear pod headset). In some embodiments, part of the product 10 may be disposed inside one of the packages 100 and other parts of the product 10 may be disposed on the outer side (eg, above) of the inside of the package 100. This may allow a specific part of the product 10 to be displayed or presented to the consumer, while hiding the rest of the product 10 from being visible.

For example, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the product 10 may include a product body 12 and a cable 14 connected to the product body 12. In some embodiments, the product 10 includes two product bodies 12 (e.g., two earphones). In some embodiments, a portion of the product body 12 is disposed above an upper layer 400 of the package 100. In some embodiments, a part of the product body 12 is disposed in the package 100. In some embodiments, the cable 14 cannot be seen from above the package 100 (see FIG. 1). In some embodiments, the cable 14 is visible from a side view of one of the packages 100 (see FIG. 2).

In some embodiments, the package 100 is configured to support the product 10 in the manner described above (ie, present the product body 12 while concealing the cable 14) so that the product 10 remains in place when no force is applied, However, it can also be taken out of the package 100 easily and quickly. In some embodiments, the package 100 includes a plurality of compressed natural fiber layers (such as paper) to achieve this.

In some embodiments, the various layers of the package 100 include apertures (e.g., apertures 220, 320, 420, 520, 525, 530, 620, and 630) to receive portions of the product 10 (see, e.g., FIG. 8). In some embodiments, the various layers of the package 100 include flaps (eg, flaps 222, 322, 622, and 632) to at least partially cover the apertures and thereby secure the portions of the product 10 in position. In some embodiments, the dimensions of the flaps are appropriately sized to fasten specific parts of the product 10 in position. For example, in some embodiments, the flaps may extend across the entire aperture. In some embodiments, the flaps may extend along at least half of the length of the exposed portion of the product 10. In some embodiments, parts of the product 10 can be pulled between the flaps to remove the product 10 from the package 100. In some embodiments, each layer of the package 100 includes tabs (eg, tabs 230 and sections 238) to guide portions of the product 10 within the package 100, such as the cable 14. In some embodiments, various types of package 100 may include tabs (for example, tabs 330, 360, and 540) to form sidewalls 306 of package 100 (that is, when package 100 is closed, the shape and position appear to be similar to The side wall 305 is on the side of the package 100).

In some embodiments, the apertures (e.g., apertures 320 and 420) and flaps (e.g., flaps 322) create a space to contain the product body 12, as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, for example. Figures 3 and 4 are schematic diagrams of partial cross-sectional views through an aperture and a part of the product at positions without flaps (Figure 3) and with flaps (Figure 4). In some embodiments, a part of the product body 12 extends above the product body section 410, and the product body section 410 may form part of the upper layer 400 of the package 100, as follows describe. In some embodiments, a part of the product body 12 extends below the product body section 310, and the product body section 310 may be formed in a part of the layer 300 below the upper layer 400. Because the edges of the product body sections 410 and 310 (ie, the perimeters of the apertures 420 and 320) are not completely aligned (see FIG. 3), the product body 12 is less likely to be rotated from the desired position of the product body 12 for presentation For consumers, this is because the product body is partially framed to prevent deviation between layers. In some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 4, the flap 322 is biased toward the aperture 420. Therefore, in some embodiments, the flap 322 is biased to press the product body 12 against the circumference of the aperture 420.

In some embodiments, the perimeter of the aperture 420 is smaller than a perimeter of the product body 12, or the distance between opposite sides of the aperture is smaller than the width of a corresponding part of the product body 12 (as shown in FIG. 4, for example) ). Therefore, the product body 12 may not fit through the aperture 420 unless the product body 12 is forced through, the layer 400 is flexed, or some other manipulation of the package 100 allows the product body 12 to pass through the aperture 420. When no force is applied, the product body 12 is fastened in position in the package 100, and only a part of the product body 12 is displayed to the consumer (see FIG. 1). In some embodiments, although the flaps 322 are biased to press the product body 12 toward the circumference of the aperture 420, the product body 12 can be easily pulled by applying a force to overcome the bias and pull the product body 12 between the flaps 322. The product body 12 is taken out from the package 100.

In some embodiments, the product body section 310 and the product body section 410 together secure the product body 12 in the package 100. In some embodiments, the apertures 320 and 420 can imitate the shape of the product body 12. For example, although both the pore 320 and the pore 420 may follow the same contour of the shape of the product body 12, the pore 320 and the pore 420 may overlap the part of the product body 12 to varying degrees, so that the shape of the pore 320 may be slightly different from that of the pore. The shape of 420. In some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 5, the perimeter of aperture 320 does not match the perimeter of aperture 420. Therefore, a part of the product body section 410 The points may protrude to partially cover the aperture 320. Similarly, in some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 6, the perimeter of aperture 420 does not match the perimeter of aperture 320. Therefore, a part of the product body section 310 may protrude to partially cover the aperture 420. In some embodiments, the difference in the circumference of the aperture 320 and the aperture 420 contributes to securing the product body 12 in position. For example, the product body 12 may rest on a portion of the product body section 310 protruding to partially cover the aperture 420, which may assist in preventing the product body 12 from rotating or preventing the product body 12 from sliding out of position. As an additional example, the portion of the product body section 410 protruding to partially cover the aperture 320 can also assist in preventing the product body 12 from rotating or preventing the product body 12 from sliding out of position.

In some embodiments, the aperture 320 and/or the aperture 420 can constrain the product body 12 in the X and Y directions, and the flap 322 can constrain the product body 12 in the Z direction (for example, by being biased to press the product body 12 against By the perimeter of pore 320 and/or pore 420). In some embodiments, the cable 14 extends from the product body 12 in a direction parallel to the product body section 310 and the product body section 410. In some embodiments, the cable 14 adjoins the bottom of the product body section 310 where the cable 14 extends from the product body 12.

In some embodiments, additional apertures and flaps may be used in other layers to accommodate other parts of the product 10, such as the connector 18, as shown, for example, in FIG. 7. In some embodiments, additional apertures and flaps may be used to accommodate additional accessories. For example, in some embodiments, as shown in FIG. 8, package 100 includes layer 200, layer 300, layer 400, layer 500, and layer 600. Each of these layers may include one or more apertures and/or one or more flaps, as described in more detail below. In some embodiments, more or fewer layers may be used. The number of layers may depend on the type of product 10 in the package 100 or the number of accessories included in the package 100.

In some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 9, the layer 200 operates as a cable guide portion of the package 100. In some embodiments, the layer 200 includes a central section 210. In some embodiments, the central section 210 defines an aperture 220. In some embodiments, one or more flaps 222 (eg, two flaps 222) extend from the central section 210 across the aperture 220. In some embodiments, the tabs 230 extend from opposite ends of the central section 210. The tab 230 can be folded to create the cable guide portion of the package 100.

For example, the tab 230 may include sections 232, 234, 236, and 238. In some embodiments, the sections 232, 234, and 236 may be folded (eg, at right angles to each other) to form a channel 239 for holding the cable 14 wound within the package 100 (see FIG. 7). In some embodiments, the section 232 is folded at a 90 degree angle to the center section 210 to form an inner side wall of the channel 239. In some embodiments, the section 234 is folded against the section 232 at an angle of 90 degrees to form a top of the channel 239. In some embodiments, the section 236 and the section 234 are folded at an angle of 90 degrees to form an outer side wall of the channel 239. Therefore, the cable 14 can be wound within the package 100 and can be wrapped around the cable 14 by folding the sections 232, 234, and 236 as described above, so that the cable 14 runs between the sidewall sections 232 and 236 And below the top section 234 to establish a channel 239 (see Figure 7).

In some embodiments, the section 238 is folded toward the center of the layer 200 to serve as a tab against which the cable 14 is wound within the package 100 (see FIG. 7). The diameter of the winding of the cable 14 within the package 100 may depend on the degree to which the section 238 is folded relative to the section 232, thereby providing flexibility in the winding diameter of the cable 14 which can help ensure the product being wound along the The components of 10 are arranged in a suitable position while allowing uniform winding turns of the cable 14 to be wound. For example, a controller 16 positioned along a portion of the cable 14 may not have the same flexibility as the cable 14, so it is intended to be along the straight side wall 306 of the package 100 One is to configure the controller 16 instead of locating the controller 16 at a corner of the cable 14 bend. Since the section 238 can be bent to adapt to different winding diameters, a suitable diameter can be used so that the controller 16 terminates at a desired position around one of the circumferences of the package 100. The other components of the product 10 along the cable 14 can be similarly positioned based on the angle between the section 232 and the section 238 when the section 238 is folded toward the center of the layer 200, such as a connector 18, a connector 18 may be positioned in the center of one of the packages 100 (e.g., within the aperture 220 and below the flap 222).

In some embodiments, the angle between section 232 and section 238 is between 10 degrees and 60 degrees. In some embodiments, the angle between section 232 and section 238 is between 30 degrees and 50 degrees. In some embodiments, the angle between section 232 and section 238 is approximately 45 degrees. In some embodiments, the diameter of the cable 14 wound in the package 100 may be between 30 mm and 50 mm. In some embodiments, the diameter of the cable 14 wound in the package 100 may be about 40 mm. Other angles and sizes can be used depending on the characteristics of the product 10. For example, the length of the cable 14 or the distance between the components of the cable 14 may affect the desired angle between the section 232 and the section 238 and the desired diameter of the cable 14 wound within the package 100.

In some embodiments, as shown for example in Figure 10, the layer 300 operates as a product body support part and as a cable support part. In some embodiments, the layer 300 includes a product body section 310 and a cable section 340. In some embodiments, the product body section 310 and the cable section 340 are connected via the side wall 305. In some embodiments, the product body section 310, the cable section 340, and the side wall 305 are a single piece. In some embodiments, the product body section 310, the cable section 340, and the side wall 305 are folded relative to each other such that the product body section 310 is parallel to the cable section 340 and separated from the cable section 340 by equal to the side wall 305 A distance of its height. For example, the product body section 310 may form the package 100 A part of a top part, the cable section 340 may form a part of a bottom part of the package 100, and a side wall 305 may form a part of a side part of the package 100.

In some embodiments, the product body section 310 defines an aperture 320. In some embodiments, the product body section 310 defines two apertures 320. In some embodiments, the aperture 320 is configured to receive the product body 12. In some embodiments, the shape of the aperture 320 imitates the shape of the product body 12 (ie, is shaped to follow a contour of a circumference of the product body 12). In some embodiments, one or more flaps 322 extend from the product body section 310 across each aperture 320. For example, two flaps 322 may extend across each aperture 320. In some embodiments, a tab 330 extends from the product body section 310 on a side opposite to the side wall 305. In some embodiments, the tab 330 forms a part of a side wall 306 opposite to the side wall 305. For example, as shown by the crossed lines in FIG. 8, an adhesive 370 may be provided on one side of the tab 330 to be attached to a section 542 from the layer 500 to form one opposite to the side wall 305 The side wall 306.

In some embodiments, the cable section 340 defines an aperture 350 that may provide a space to accommodate a portion of the product 10 (e.g., a portion secured in another aperture by a flap as described above). In some embodiments, the shape of the aperture 350 is similar to the central section 210 of the layer 200. In some embodiments, the cable 14 is wound within the package 100 and rests in the cable section 340. In some embodiments, the cable section 340 forms a bottom portion of the channel 239. In some embodiments, the tab 360 extends from the opposite end of the cable section 340. The tab 360 can be folded to create the side wall 306 of the package 100.

For example, the tab 360 may include sections 362 and 364. In some embodiments, the section 362 is folded against the cable section 340 at an angle of 90 degrees to form a side wall 306 of the package 100. In some implementation In an example, the section 364 can be folded over the top of the section 234. In some embodiments, the section 364 may be disposed between the section 234 and the product body section 310.

In some embodiments, an adhesive 370 may be disposed on the section 362, as shown by the crossed lines in FIG. 8. For example, the section 362 can be adhered to the section 236 of the layer 200. This configuration can keep the channel 239 formed by the sections 232, 234, and 236 in position. In some embodiments, the adhesive 370 may be a double-sided adhesive. In some embodiments, the adhesive 370 is a differential adhesive, wherein one side of the adhesive 370 has greater viscosity than the other side, which can help a consumer to open the package 100 when needed It will not tear the part of the package together with the adhesive because the adhesive will have a natural tendency to stay together on the side with higher viscosity. Because the adhesive 370 can be attached to the section 362 and the section 236, when the package 100 is opened by separating the sections 362 and 236, the channel 239 surrounding the cable 14 is also opened, allowing easy removal from the package 100 Cable 14. For example, after the channel 239 is opened, the tab 230 can be easily folded back to allow the consumer to take out the cable 14 from the tab position in the package 100.

In some embodiments, the cable section 340 includes an indented portion 342 on one side of the cable section 340. For example, the indented portion 342 may be provided on the side of the cable section 340 opposite to the side wall 305. In some embodiments, the indentation 342 provides a space for an additional sidewall formed by another layer, such as layer 500. In some embodiments, the indented portion 342 allows a side wall to close the package 100 without protruding beyond the circumference of the product body section 410 (see FIG. 1).

In some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 11, layer 400 operates as a second layer of a product body support portion. In some embodiments, the layer 400 includes a product body section 410. In some embodiments, the product body section 410 defines an aperture 420. In some embodiments, The product body section 410 defines two pores 420. In some embodiments, the aperture 420 is configured to receive the product body 12. In some embodiments, the shape of the aperture 320 imitates the shape of the product body 12 (ie, is shaped to follow a contour of a circumference of the product body 12). The shape of the aperture 420 may be substantially the same as the shape of the aperture 320, but slightly offset around its periphery, as described above (for example, see FIGS. 3 and 4). In some embodiments, the product body section 410 forms a top layer of the package 100.

In some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 12, layer 500 operates as a connector support part. In some embodiments, the layer 500 is disposed under the layer 300. In some embodiments, the layer 500 includes a connector section 510. In some embodiments, the connector section 510 defines an aperture 520. In some embodiments, the aperture 520 is sized to receive the connector 18 of the product 10 (eg, a headset jack, adapter, or other electrical connector). In some embodiments, aperture 520 and flap 222 operate in a manner similar to aperture 420 and flap 322 to secure connector 18. For example, the aperture 520 can constrain the connector 18 in the X and Y directions, and the flap 222 can constrain the connector 18 in the Z direction (eg, by being biased to press the connector 18 against the circumference of the aperture 520) .

In some embodiments, a tab 540 extends from the connector section 510. The tab 540 may include a section 542 and a section 544. In some embodiments, the section 542 may form a side wall 306 of the package 100 (eg, by being attached to the tab 330 via an adhesive 370). In some embodiments, the section 544 can be folded over the top of the product body section 410, as shown in FIG. 1, for example.

In some embodiments, the connector section 510 defines only one aperture (e.g., aperture 520). In some embodiments, the connector section 510 defines one or more additional apertures, such as aperture 525 and aperture 530. In some embodiments, aperture 525 and aperture 530 are configured to receive a portion of an accessory for product 10, such as an adapter. In some embodiments, the aperture 525 and the aperture 530 are configured to Receive different parts of the same accessory. In some embodiments, the aperture 525 may receive a part of an accessory that is different from the accessory received by the aperture 530.

In some embodiments, as shown for example in Figure 13, layer 600 can operate as part of an accessory support. For example, the layer 600 may be disposed under the connector section 510 to accommodate an accessory. In some embodiments, the layer 600 includes an accessory section 610. In some embodiments, the accessory section 610 completely covers the aperture 520, and therefore, can help constrain the connector 18 in the Z direction.

In some embodiments, the accessory section 610 may define one or more apertures, such as apertures 620 and 630. In some embodiments, one or more flaps 622 (eg, two flaps 622) extend from the fitting section 610 across the aperture 620. In some embodiments, aperture 525 and flap 622 operate in a manner similar to aperture 420 and flap 322 to fasten a portion of an accessory. For example, the aperture 525 can constrain a part of the accessory in the X and Y directions, and the flap 622 can constrain the part of the accessory in the Z direction (e.g., by being biased to press the part of the accessory against the aperture 525 perimeter).

In some embodiments, one or more flaps 632 (eg, two flaps 632) extend from the fitting section 610 across the aperture 630. In some embodiments, aperture 530 and flap 632 operate in a manner similar to aperture 420 and flap 322 to fasten a portion of an accessory. For example, the aperture 530 can constrain a part of the accessory in the X and Y directions, and the flap 632 can constrain the part of the accessory in the Z direction (e.g., by being biased to press the part of the accessory against the aperture 530 perimeter).

In some embodiments, the central section 210 of the layer 200 completely covers the apertures 620 and 630, and therefore, can help constrain the part of the accessory in the Z direction. In some embodiments, the layer 600 may not be included in the package 100, and the layer 500 is the bottom layer. In some embodiments, this may expose a part of the connector 18.

As discussed above, the package 100 is formed from a plurality of layers of compressed natural fibers (such as paper). In some embodiments, each layer contains paper of the same grammage (grammage is one measure of mass per unit area). In some embodiments, certain layers may include different grammes. For example, in some embodiments, all layers have the same grammage (for example, one grammage of 300), except for layer 400. In some embodiments, layer 400 includes paper having a gram weight greater than that of layers 200, 300, 500, and 600 (for example, layer 400 may have a grammage greater than that of layers 200, 300, 500, and 600). At 120%, for example, such as one gram of 380). In some embodiments, the layer 400 with a larger weight can facilitate the fastening of the product body 12 in position and can provide a reinforcement structure for the package 100, so that the package 100 can maintain its shape during packaging, shipping, and handling procedures. , At the same time, lower gram weight materials are used for other layers, thereby reducing the waste and weight of the package 100 as a whole. For example, a layer 400 with a larger weight can provide greater stiffness, thus contributing to preventing the product body 12 from rotating and preventing the package 100 from flexing.

In some embodiments, the layers of the package 100 may be formed of self-compressed natural fiber sheets. In some embodiments, the layers of the package are formed only by compressed natural fibers. In some embodiments, the entire package 100 is formed by a compressed natural fiber layer and an adhesive. In some embodiments, the entire package 100 is formed by a compressed natural fiber layer, an adhesive, and a polypropylene laminate.

In some embodiments, the layers are die cut from the self-compressed natural fiber sheet. In some embodiments, layers with similar outer circumferences (for example, part of layer 300 and layer 400) can be die cut together. In some embodiments, the portion of the layer to be folded is scratched (e.g., compressed to provide a crease or scoring almost through the layer, and requires or does not require cutting (such as a v-shaped oblique cut) ) Take out the material) to help each fold to be accurate. For example, in some embodiments, the flaps 222, 322, 622, and 632 are scratched at a location to facilitate biasing the flaps 222, 322, 622, and 632 to press against the fixed position. While holding the part of the product 10 that is positioned, it also allows the product 10 to be inserted during the assembly of the package 100 without damaging the flaps 222, 322, 622, and 632.

In some embodiments, the die-cutting process and the scratching process are performed at the same time. In some embodiments, the layers of the package 100 are die cut in a downward direction. In some embodiments, the layers of the package 100 are die cut in an upward direction. In some embodiments, different layers are die cut in different directions. For example, in some embodiments, the layer 200 can be die-cut in a downward direction, and the layers 300, 500, and 600 can be die-cut in an upward direction.

In some embodiments, the die cutting process may facilitate allowing most of the package 100 to be hidden from the consumer from above the top layer (eg, layer 400). For example, the die-cut patterns of the tab 540, the tab 330, the tab 360, and the side wall 305 can be cut into a portion of the cable section 340 and the connector section 510. Therefore, when the tabs 540, the tabs 330, the tabs 360, and the side walls 305 are formed into the side walls 305 and 306 of the package 100, they can be arranged at least slightly below the product body section 310 and hidden from view. , Instead of protruding from below the product body section 310.

In some embodiments, one or more layers (eg, layers 200, 300, 400, 500, and 600) can be attached to each other to form a package 100, as shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, for example. The various layers (for example, layers 200, 300, 400, 500, and 600) can be adhered together by, for example, adhesive tape (for example, double-sided tape) or glue or by high frequency welding. High frequency welding provides a strong joint and a clean edge to avoid potential exposure of tape or glue. In some embodiments, each layer includes a coating to facilitate high frequency welding. For example, each layer may comprise a coating of one of the polypropylene laminates. In some embodiments, one layer (for example, layer 200, 300, 400, 500, or 600) of the polypropylene laminate can be welded to an adjacent layer of polypropylene laminate by high frequency welding. By joining one layer of polypropylene laminate to an adjacent layer of polypropylene laminate, adjacent layers can be adhered or joined together. In some embodiments, high frequency welding can be used in the area 700 (such as In Figure 9, Figure 10, Figure 12, and Figure 13 (shown by the crossed lines) heat and pressure are applied to adhere the layers 200, 300, 400, 500, and 600 together. Although the crossover line of the high-frequency welding area 700 is different from the crossover line of the adhesive 370, any one of these areas can be adhesive or welded. In some embodiments, as shown in FIGS. 10, 12, and 13, for example, a region 710 surrounding the edges of the connector section 510, the accessory section 610, and the product body section 310 is not High frequency welding to adjacent layers. In some embodiments, this allows the crease formed by the scratch to function and may contribute to allow most of the package 100 to be hidden from the consumer from above the top layer (eg, layer 400).

In some embodiments, as shown for example in FIG. 7, the assembled package 100 can hold the product 10, and the product body 12 is fastened in the product body sections 310 and 410, and the cable 14 together with the controller 16 and the connector 18 are fastened together in the central section 210, the cable section 340, and the connector section 510.

The previous descriptions of the specific embodiments described herein are presented for illustration and illustrative purposes. These exemplary embodiments are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the precise forms disclosed. Not all specific details are necessary to practice the described embodiments.

Those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field will understand that many modifications and changes are feasible in view of the previous teachings, and by applying the knowledge in the technical field, it is easy to modify and/or adapt various such specifics without excessive experimentation. The application in the embodiment does not deviate from the general concept of this disclosure. Based on the teaching and guidance presented in this article, such adaptations and modifications are intended to be within the meaning and scope of the equivalent examples of the disclosed embodiments. For example, the apertures and flaps can be of different shapes and sizes, or in positions other than those shown in the figure. In addition, although headphones are mainly shown in the drawings, in some embodiments, other products can be packaged according to the principles disclosed herein.

The detailed description of [Embodiment Mode] is intended to explain the scope of patent application. The contents of [Summary] and [Abstract] may describe one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure as envisioned by the inventor, but not all exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, and therefore, are not intended to be limited to the present disclosure and application Patent scope.

Above, the present disclosure has been described with the aid of the function building block that illustrates the implementation of the specified functions and relationships. For ease of explanation, this article has arbitrarily defined the boundaries of these functional building blocks. Alternative boundaries can be defined, as long as the specified functions and their relationships are appropriately performed.

The terms or terms used herein are for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, so that the terms or terms in this specification can be interpreted by the skilled person.

The breadth and scope of the present disclosure should not be limited to any of the exemplary embodiments described above, but should be defined based on the scope of the patent application and its equivalent examples.