DANIEL MARTINSON

SPECIFICATION

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

[0001] This U.S. Patent Application claims priority to Provisional Application: 63/341,172 filed May 12, 2022, the disclosure of which is considered part of the disclosure of this application and is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0002] This invention relates generally to a new and improved wallet assembly comprised of a pair of generally flexible plaques with specific features secured by a thermoplastic urethane band having generally radiused/chamfered edges to prevent tearing and interference along leading edges during use.

BACKGROUND

[0003] Within the prior art there exist several references related to wallet assemblies comprised of generally rigid plate members secured together through a flexible material to generally sandwich a plurality of cards or currency in a secure assembly. US Pat. No.

10,206,473 to Haarburger entitled "Systems and Methods for a Holder and Tool Device" discloses and claims a tool and wallet system comprised of a pair of generally rigid planar body portions having a rectangular shape approximately the size of a standard credit card with a strap having two circular strap portions wrapped around the pair of rigid planar bodies. US Pat. No. 9,125,464 to Minn et al. entitled "Low Profile Wallet" discloses and claims a wallet assembly comprised of a pair of generally rigid plate members secured together thorough a substantially flat strap secured around a top and bottom portion of the pair of plate members. US Pat. No. 9,314,074 to Johnson et al. entitled "Wallet with Rolling O-Ring Hinge" discloses and claims a first rigid plate and second rigid plate coupled together with a first stationary O-ring and a second movable O-ring, wherein the second O-ring is specifically configured for movement to allow access to an area between the first and second plates.

[0004] Although generally useful, these wallet assemblies have several common properties that prone to failure or generally render them inconvenient when in use. Most commonly, the elastic strap, band, or O-ring of these devices is generally prone to wearing, tearing, and breakage over time. Various materials used can have some beneficial properties while others that are detrimental to the design and long term efficacy of the wallet assembly that can include silicon, styrenic thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), and natural rubber. Silicone products can have good elasticity, tension set resistance and heat resistance, but have poor abrasion and tear propagation resistance. TPE can have good elasticity and tension set resistance, but poor heat abrasion, and tear propagation resistance. Natural rubber can have good elasticity and tension set resistance, but poor to moderate UV, abrasion, and tear propagation resistance. Additionally, the rigid plate members, although generally providing security for sandwiched materials, present issues related to the easy access of the sandwiched materials by a user. Further, the rigid nature of the plate members further accelerates the wearing and tear propagation of elastic strap, band, or O-ring.

[0005] Therefore, a need exists for an improved wallet assembly that provides a minimalist way to secure cards and currency that provides RFID blocking, flexibility, durability, and an improved elastic member comprised of a dimensioned thermoplastic urethane band. Further there exists a need for an improved material that can stretch and return to its original shape, resist tension set when stretched and elongated for long period of time, resist abrasion and wear when cards and other materials are slid in and out of the wallet assembly, and also resist heat when exposed to high temperatures. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0006] In one aspect, this disclosure is related to an improved wallet assembly utilizing advanced materials and features to provide a more robust and durable assembly in a minimalist configuration for the securing of a plurality of credit card shaped materials and currency.

[0007] In another aspect, this disclosure is related to a pair of plaque members having a generally planar shape conforming to a standard credit card with a coating on each of an opposed side of each of the pair of plaque members. The coating on an inner side generally being a conductive layer to form an RFID block. The coating on an outer side generally configured to allow for the application of a finish material, such as, but not limited to, a chrome or chrome-like coating, paint, or powder coat.

[0008] In yet another aspect, this disclosure is related to a wallet assembly with a pair of plaques having a specifically configured notch or cutout with a preselected depth along a length of each plaque of the pair of plaques to generally provide a space for the placement of an elastic band member configured to secure the plaques in adjacency. The preselected depth specifically selected to conform to the width of a standard credit card, wherein the distance between the depth of the opposite notches is closely aligned with this standard dimension to enable the elastic band to contact a pair of edges of a card placed and secured between the plaque members. The notches can allow the band member to be seated within the notch secure the plaques in adjacency and maintain a continuously planar edge around the perimeter of the plaque members and wallet assembly.

[0009] In still another aspect, this disclosure is related to wallet assembly utilizing an elastic band specifically constructed from a thermoplastic urethane (TPU) with specific dimensions and characteristics for use in the device. In particular, the TPU band has a shape that is generally dimensioned with radiused or chamfered edges to prevent interference when cards are placed or slid between the plaques and to provide a generally raised surface that can be easily grasped or picked up when compared to a standard flattened band.

[0010] Another aspect of the present disclosure is related to a wallet assembly having a plurality of flexible plaque members. The wallet assembly can include a first plaque member and a second plaque member. The plaque members include a first end and a second end, and a first side and second side extending between the first end and second end. A removable band member can be applied around the edges of the plaque members and configured to maintain a compressive force between the first plaque member and second plaque member. The band member can be comprised of a polycaprolactone based TPU. Each plaque member can have a first notch on a first side and a second notch on a second side. The notches can be positioned generally along a central axis of the plaque members and positioned opposite each other on the first plaque member. The notches of the first and second plaque members are configured to allow a band portion of the band member to be located within the notches and allow for the sides of the first and second plaque members to remain generally continuous and planar without any substantial bumps or protrusions.

[0011] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure is related to the novel use of a thermoplastic urethane (TPU) material. A polycaprolactone based TPU composition can be used to form the band member of a wallet assembly. Similarly, a plastic or polymer infused with metal components can be utilized for the plaque members to provide RFID blocking properties. The plaque members can maintain some flexibility to allow a user to bend the plaque member when accessing the interior contents of the wallet assembly.

[0012] Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a wallet assembly having a first flexible plaque member and a second flexible plaque member. The first flexible plaque member can include a first side, a second side, a third side, and a fourth side, wherein the first side and the second side are positioned opposite of each other and the third side and the fourth side are positioned opposite of each other. Additionally, the first side and the second side each have a recessed area and the third and fourth side can have corresponding notches. [0013] The second flexible plaque member can include a first side, a second side, a third side, and a fourth side, wherein the first side and the second side are positioned opposite of each other and the third side and the fourth side are positioned opposite of each other.

Additionally, the first side and the second side each have a recessed area and the third and fourth side can have corresponding notches. The recessed areas and the notches between the two plaque members can generally mirror each other. A polycaprolactone based TPU band member having a first side, a second side, and an edge can be removably couplable around the plaque member. The band member can include a band portion and a grip portion. The band member is configured to maintain a compressive force between the first plaque member and the second plaque member and can be stretched and return to its original shape. The band member can be positioned within the notches formed on the third and fourth sides of each of the plaque members and fully seated within the grooves to form a continuous planar edge of the wallet assembly without a bump or protrusion along the sides of the plaque members. The band member can be formed from a polycaprolactone based TPU material.

[0014] The invention now will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, which are intended to be read in conjunction with both this summary, the detailed description and any preferred and/or particular embodiments specifically discussed or otherwise disclosed. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided by way of illustration only and so that this disclosure will be thorough, complete and will fully convey the full scope of the invention to those skilled in the art.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Fig. 1A is an isometric view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0016] Fig. IB is an exploded view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0017] Fig. 1C is a side view along the latitudinal of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0018] Fig. 2A is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0019] Fig. 2B is a side view along the longitudinal of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0020] Fig. 2C is a top view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure without the band member. [0021] Fig. 2D is a cross-section view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure with the band member along axis A shown in Fig. 2B.

[0022] Fig. 3A is top view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0023] Fig. 3B is a cross-section view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure along axis B of Fig. 3A.

[0024] Fig. 3C is a cross-section view of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure showing a detailed area C of Fig. 3B.

[0025] Fig. 3D is a cross-section isometric view of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure along axis B of Fig. 3A.

[0026] Fig. 4A is top view of a plaque of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0027] Fig. 4B is a side view of a plaque of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0028] Fig. 4C is an isometric view of a plaque of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0029] Fig. 5A is top view of a band member of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0030] Fig. 5B is a first side view of a band member of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

[0031] Fig. 5C is a second side view of a band member of an exemplary embodiment of a wallet assembly of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0032] The following detailed description includes references to the accompanying drawings, which forms a part of the detailed description. The drawings show, by way of illustration, specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments, which are also referred to herein as "examples," are described in enough detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. The embodiments may be combined, other embodiments may be utilized, or structural, and logical changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.

[0033] Before the present invention of this disclosure is described in such detail, however, it is to be understood that this invention is not limited to particular variations set forth and may, of course, vary. Various changes may be made to the invention described and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the true spirit and scope of the invention. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation, material, composition of matter, process, process act(s) or step(s), to the objective(s), spirit, or scope of the present invention. All such modifications are intended to be within the scope of the disclosure made herein.

[0034] Unless otherwise indicated, the words and phrases presented in this document have their ordinary meanings to one of skill in the art. Such ordinary meanings can be obtained by reference to their use in the art and by reference to general and scientific dictionaries.

[0035] References in the specification to "one embodiment" indicate that the embodiment described may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but every embodiment may not necessarily include the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Moreover, such phrases are not necessarily referring to the same embodiment. Further, when a particular feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, it is submitted that it is within the knowledge of one skilled in the art to affect such feature, structure, or characteristic in connection with other embodiments whether or not explicitly described.

[0036] The following explanations of certain terms are meant to be illustrative rather than exhaustive. These terms have their ordinary meanings given by usage in the art and in addition include the following explanations.

[0037] As used herein, the term "and/or" refers to any one of the items, any combination of the items, or all of the items with which this term is associated.

[0038] As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" include plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. [0039] As used herein, the terms "include," "for example," "such as," and the like are used illustratively and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0040] As used herein, the terms "preferred" and "preferably" refer to embodiments of the invention that may afford certain benefits, under certain circumstances. However, other embodiments may also be preferred, under the same or other circumstances.

[0041] Furthermore, the recitation of one or more preferred embodiments does not imply that other embodiments are not useful and is not intended to exclude other embodiments from the scope of the invention.

[0042] As used herein, the terms "front," "back," "rear," "upper," "lower," "right," and "left" in this description are merely used to identify the various elements as they are oriented in the FIGS, with "front," "back," and "rear" being relative to the apparatus. These terms are not meant to limit the elements that they describe, as the various elements may be oriented differently in various applications.

[0043] As used herein, the term "coupled" means the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary in nature or movable in nature. Such joining may be achieved with the two members, or the two members and any additional intermediate members being integrally formed as a single unitary body with one another or with the two members or the two members and any additional intermediate members being attached to one another. Such joining may be permanent in nature or alternatively may be removable or releasable in nature. Similarly, coupled can refer to a two member or elements being in communicatively coupled, wherein the two elements may be electronically, through various means, such as a metallic wire, wireless network, optical fiber, or other medium and methods.

[0044] It will be understood that, although the terms first, second, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another. For example, a first element could be termed a second element, and, similarly, a second element could be termed a first element without departing from the teachings of the disclosure. [0045] Referring now to Figs. 1-5 of an wallet assembly 10 of the present disclosure. The wallet assembly 10 of the present disclosure is generally comprised of a pair of plaque members 100 secured in an adjacent assembly with a thermoplastic urethane band member 200. The pair of plaque members 100 comprising a first plaque 101 and a second plaque 102. The first plaque 101 and the second plaque 102 having a specific shape generally described as rectangular and a size generally corresponding to the size of the standard credit card, wherein the pair of plaque members 100 generally sandwich cards or currency between them during use. The plaque members 100 can be comprised of a thermoplastic and optionally have a RFID blocking property. The plaque members can have a perimeter edge 104 that can generally define the shape of the plaque members. The perimeter edge 104 of the plaque members 100 can be flat, chamfered, radiused or any other suitable edge shape.

[0046] Additionally, the band member 200 can be utilized to maintain a compressive force between the first plaque and the second plaque. The compressive force can allow for one or more content components 300 to be placed between the first plaque and second plaque and maintained between the plaque members. The content components can include money, cards, credit cards, or any other suitable contents. In some exemplary embodiments, the band member 200 can be comprised of a thermoplastic material.

[0047] As shown in Fig. 1A and Figs. 5A-5C, the band member 200 can have a pre-determined circumference that allows it to be formed around the edges of the plaque members 100. The band member 200 having a circumference that can be generally slightly smaller than a circumference around the exterior of the plaque members 100 to allow for the band member 200 to exert a compressive force against the sides of the plaque members 100 to allow for the first and second plaque members 101, 102 to maintain a coupled relationship. The band member 200 can be removably couplable to the plaque members 100 and can be easily removed to allow for the contents 300 to be accessed that are stored between the two plaque members 101, 102. Similarly, the band member 200 can be elastic in nature to allow for the band member 200 to be stretched by a user to similarly access the contents 300 between the plaque members 100 while maintaining a compressive force against the exterior sides of the plaque members 100. [0048] In some exemplary embodiments, the plaque members 100 can have an exterior surface 103 and an interior surface 105 which can have the same coefficient of friction. In other embodiments, the exterior surface 103 can have a first coefficient of friction and the interior surface 105 can have a second coefficient of friction. The first and second coefficient of friction can be the same or different. In one exemplary embodiment, the interior surface 105 can have a higher coefficient of friction than the exterior surface 103. In some exemplary embodiments, the interior surface 105 can have a higher coefficient of friction or optionally a tread/pattern to better secure the cards within the plaque members 100 and a smooth surface on the exterior surface 103 to allow for easier access to the wallet assembly when concealed. Alternatively, the interior surface 105 and the exterior surface 103 can be the same.

[0049] The band member 200 can include a band portion 202 and optionally include a grip member 204 that can generally be positioned between the edges 151, 153 of the plaque members 100 as shown in Fig. 3A-D. The grip member 204 can take any suitable shape, and can generally extend out a pre-determined distance from the generally width of the band member 200. The grip member 204 can provide a space for a decorative feature as well as create an area for a user to better grip the band member 200 when either removing the band member from the assembly or stretching the band member to provide access to the contents 300 between the plaque members 100.

[0050] The band portion can have a first side 211 and a second side 213. In general, the first side can be the exterior facing side that is in contact with the exterior environment, whereas the second side can be the interior facing side that is contacting primarily the surface and edges of the plaque members 100. In some exemplary embodiments, the interior side can additionally contact the contents 300 positioned between the plaque members 100. The edge of the band member 200 can be flat, radiused or chamfered edges 201 to prevent interference when cards are placed or slid between the plaques and to provide a generally raised surface that can be easily grasped or picked up when compared to a standard flattened band. In some exemplary embodiments, the first side 211 of the band portion 202 of the band member can have a first width 206a and the second side 213 of the band portion can have a second width 206b. In some exemplary embodiments, the first width can be greater than the second width. In these embodiments an angular edge 201 can be formed as shown in Fig. 5C. The edge 201 can slant at an angle backwards and can allow for a user to more easily get their finger underneath the edge 210 to better extend the band member or remove the band member 200. The grip member 204 can have a pre-determined width 206d that can be generally larger than the width 206a of the band portion of the band member 200.

[0051] Preferably the band member 200 material can be comprised of a flexible and/or elastic material. In some exemplary embodiments, the band member material is an elastic TPU material. In one exemplary embodiment, the TPU material can be a polycaprolactone based TPU material that has advantageous properties over the current state of the art. The polycaprolactone TPU can have exceptional elasticity, tension set resistance, heat resistance, and abrasion and tear propagation resistance, which is necessary due to various needs of the wallet assembly of the present disclosure. The band member 200 can stretch and return to its original shape. As shown in Figs. 5B-C, the band member 200 can have a first surface 211 and a second surface 213. In some exemplary embodiments, the first surface and second surface can have the same coefficient of friction. In other embodiments, the first surface can have a first coefficient of friction and the second surface can have a second coefficient of friction. The first and second coefficient of friction can be the same or different. In one exemplary embodiment, the second surface 213 can have a higher coefficient of friction than the first surface. In this embodiment, the second surface can contact primarily the plaque members and maintain a better relationship to the plaque members to keep them from sliding while the first surface that is outwards facing can be smoother to prevent the wallet assembly from grabbing against materials, such as the interior compartment of a pocket or fabric.

[0052] The shape of the pair of plaque members 100 can generally be identical between the first plaque 101 and the second plaque 102. The plaque members can be generally rectangular and can have a size generally corresponding to a width and a length of a standard credit card. In some exemplary embodiments, the length and width of the plaque members can be longer than that of the length and width of a standard credit card. As shown in Figs. 2A-2D, a plaque member 100 can have four total sides with two sides having a latitudinal length 140 and two sides having a longitudinal length 150. The longitudinal sides 150 can be longer in length that the latitudinal sides 140. The latitudinal sides can be located and formed on the first end 141 and second end 143 and the longitudinal sides can be located and formed on the first side 151 and second side 153 of each plaque member. In some exemplary embodiments each side of the plaque members can generally overhang the edges of the interior contents 300 as shown in Figs. 1A-1C. The overhang portions 123 can allow a user to better grip and flex the plaque member 100 backwards to access the interior contents 300. The overhang potions can generally be formed around the entire perimeter edge of the plaque members 100.

[0053] One or both of the plaque members 100 can include a first recessed area 110 on the first end 141. Additionally, a second recessed area 120 can be located at the second end 143 of the plaque member 100. The first recessed area 110 and the second recessed area 120 can be of any suitable shape and can recess in a pre-determined distance from the respective end of the plaque member. The recessed areas can allow a user to easily access a portion of the contents 300 located between the two plaque members 100. In exemplary embodiments where a recessed area is included on both the first end 141 and the second end 143, a user can have better access on each from both ends of the wallet assembly to access the interior components 300. Similarly, the recessed portions can form one or more tab portions 122 on each end of the plaque members. In some exemplary embodiments, the tab portions 122 can be proximate to the corners of the plaque members. As shown in Fig. 2A, each plaque member can have a first tab portion 122a, a second tab portion 122b, a third tab portions 122c, and a forth tab portion 122d.

[0054] As shown in Fig. IB, the plaque members can have a first distance 106a between the first end and the second end of the outside edges. The plaque members 100 can have a second distance 106b between the first end and second end of each of the recessed portions. In some exemplary embodiments, the first distance can be greater than the second distance. The interior components can have a third pre-determined distance from the first end to the second end. The third pre-determined distance 306a can be smaller than the first distance, but greater than the second distance. Similarly, as shown in Fig. 4A, the plaque members 100 can have a first width 108a between the outside edge of the plaque member and a second width 108b between the edges of the notches. The second width 108b can be smaller than the first width 108a. In some exemplary examples, length 106a of the plaque members can be between about 3.5 and 4.0 inches. The width 108a of the plaque members can be between about 2.28 and 2.4 inches. In some exemplary embodiments, the length 106a is 3.56 inches and the width 108a is 2.29 inches. The length 106a can be greater than the width 108a. In other examples, any of wallets 10 may have different dimensions. For example, the plaque members can be made in a size to better suite different currencies. In general, the plaque members are configured to suit a standard credit card dimension.

[0055] On one or more of the sides 151, 153 of each plaque member a notched area can be formed. As shown in Fig. IB and Fig. 4A, a plaque member 100 can have a first notch 111 on the first side 151 and a second notch 121 on the second side 153 of the plaque member. The notches 111, 121 can be positioned generally at a central location along a length of a side of each plaque and the notches can correspond to one another between the plaque members 101, 102. The notches can be formed generally along a central line of the plaque members 100. The notches can take generally any acceptable shape. In some exemplary embodiments, the recesses 110, 120 can have a generally curved radius as shown in Fig. 2A. In other exemplary embodiment, the recesses 110, 120 can have angular edge and a flat portion as shown in Fig. 3A. The first set of recesses 110, 120 and the second set of recesses 111, 121 can have a preselected depth inwards towards an interior of the plaques 100 opposite the edge. In some exemplary embodiments, the distance 106b between the depth of the two recessed portion can be less than that of a standard credit card length to allow a user to easily access the contents 300 or credit car from either end of the wallet assembly 100 as shown in Fig. 4A. In other exemplary embodiments, the plaque member may only have a single recessed portion on one of the latitudinal sides 140.

[0056] In some exemplary embodiments, the notches 111 and 121 can have a preselected depth providing a space for the placement of the band member 200 configured to secure the plaques 100 in adjacency. As shown in Figs. 2C-2D, the notch shape can generally approximate the shape of the band member edge 201 to allow for the band portion to be securely housed within the notches 111, 121. This allows the sides 151, 153 to remain generally smooth and easier for a user to remove the wallet assembly in and out of a pocket or garment. The notches 111, 121 can allow for the band member 200 to be housed/seated within the notch securely and to form a continuous planar edge of the wallet assembly without a bump or protrusion along the sides of the assembly as shown in Figs. 2A, 2D, and 3A. Fig. 2C illustrates an exemplary embodiment where only the contents 300 are accessible via the recessed. The notches can reduce or eliminate the amount of the overhang portion 123 around the perimeter edge of the plaque members 100. In some embodiments, by reducing the width at this point on the plaque members 100 can allow the band member to contact the interior components of the wallet assembly 10.

[0057] In some exemplary embodiments, the preselected depth of the notches 111, 121 can be specifically selected to conform to the width of a standard credit card, wherein the distance 108b between the depth of the opposite notches 111, 121 is closely aligned with this standard dimension to enable the band member 200 to contact each edge along a length of a card placed and secured between the plaque members 100. In some exemplary embodiments, the preselected depth of the notches can be specifically selected to allow the band 200 to contact the card edges, wherein the band 200 presents an interference to movement of retained cards and generally increases the friction along the card edge. Other embodiments may allow for the distance 108b between the notches to provide for a slight space between the band member 200 and the interior contents 300. Similarly, the band member can have a predetermined thickness 206c. The depth of the notches can be equal to the thickness of the band member. [0058] The pair of plaque members 100 are provided in a sided configuration with a first side generally being an outer surface relative to the assembly and a second side being an inner surface relative to the assembly, wherein the inner surface is interior and adjacent to a stored card and the outer surface exterior to the wallet assembly 10. The sidedness of the pair of plaque members 100 configured with a coating on each of an opposed side of each of the pair of plaque members. The coating on an inner side generally being a conductive layer to form an RFID block. The coating on an outer side generally configured to allow for the application of a finish material, such as, but not limited to, a chrome or chrome-like coating, paint, or powder coat. [0059] The pair of plaque members 100 can be of a material that can be described as having flexibility, wherein the plaques 100 can flex or deflect and are generally not brittle or comprised of a substantially rigid material. In a preferred assembly, the plaques 100 can be constructed out of an injection molded plastic or polymerized material including, but not limited to, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyethylene, high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene, polycarbonates, nylons, polyamides, polypropylene, or high impact polystyrene (HIPS). In some exemplary embodiments, the notches can also provide additional flexibility at a central axis of the plaque member.

[0060] The wallet assembly 10 can be specifically configured to utilize an improved elastomeric material for the generally elastic band wherein the band 200 is specifically constructed from a thermoplastic urethane (TPU) with specific dimensions and characteristics for use in the wallet assembly 10. In an alternate embodiment of the wallet assembly 10, the plaque members 100 inner side includes a recess. The recess selected to account for the depth of a conductive material, such as, but not limited to an aluminum tape or generally metallic tape.

[0061] In some exemplary embodiments, one or more of the plaque member 100 can be composed of a metallically filled, infused, or impregnated plastic or polymer material to provide RFID protection of the contents of the wallet assembly. Similarly, a flexible carbon fiber plaque member can be utilized. Other exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure may include more than two plaque members 100, such as an assembly comprising a third plaque member that can be positioned between the first and second plaque member. Contents 300, such as credit cards can then be positioned between the first and third plaque member as well as between the third and second plaque member.

[0062] While the invention has been described above in terms of specific embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to these disclosed embodiments. Upon reading the teachings of this disclosure many modifications and other embodiments of the invention will come to mind of those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains, and which are intended to be and are covered by both this disclosure and the appended claims. It is indeed intended that the scope of the invention should be determined by proper interpretation and construction of the appended claims and their legal equivalents, as understood by those of skill in the art relying upon the disclosure in this specification and the attached drawings.