ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 31 -- United States Patent no. 12,507,745, issued on Dec. 30.

"Multi-pocket travel coat for portable storage of clothing" was invented by Jason Hartman (Gulf Shores, Ala.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to a multifunctional travel coat designed to serve as outerwear and as a portable storage solution for clothing. The travel coat features a durable and lightweight construction with integrated storage compartments, including four internal breast pockets disposed in an inner lining and five external back pockets, each equipped with zipper closures for secure item retention. The internal pockets are ergonomically positioned for ease of access to...