Collapsible Container Having Flexible Material that Maintains Structure and Assists in Collapsing Container

Abstract

Various embodiments of collapsible containers having folding assemblies are described where the containers comprise a body having front, back, left, right, and bottom sidewalls. A top side or lid may also be included and could be removably opened using a zipper or other fastener. At least two sidewalls comprise a folding assembly having a flexible material preferably disposed adjacent to first and second rigid boards. The folding assembly provides structural support when in a first configuration and aids in collapsing the container when in a second configuration. The container is designed to transition from an expanded form to a collapsed form when force is applied to the flexible material.

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