Patents Assigned to Targus, Inc.
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Patent number: 7216763Abstract: An impact protection system for a carrying case. The system includes at least one impact protection panel that is inserted in between an exterior side wall and an interior storage compartment of a carrying case, wherein the interior storage compartment is adapted for receiving a portable computer or other delicate instruments or objects. The impact protection panel includes a base portion and an elevated portion and is positioned so that when an impact to the exterior side wall of the case occurs, the force of the impact is first received by the elevated portion and is then distributed via the elevated portion throughout the base portion before impacting a portable computer or other instrument or object stored in the storage compartment of the case.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2004Date of Patent: May 15, 2007Assignee: Targus, Inc.Inventors: Todd Michael Gormick, David Va, John Krsteski
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Publication number: 20060096822Abstract: An impact protection system for a carrying case. The system includes at least one impact protection panel that is inserted in between an exterior side wall and an interior storage compartment of a carrying case, wherein the interior storage compartment is adapted for receiving a portable computer or other delicate instruments or objects. The impact protection panel includes a base portion and an elevated portion and is positioned so that when an impact to the exterior side wall of the case occurs, the force of the impact is first received by the elevated portion and is then distributed via the elevated portion throughout the base portion before impacting a portable computer or other instrument or object stored in the storage compartment of the case.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2004Publication date: May 11, 2006Applicant: Targus, Inc.Inventors: Todd Gormick, David Va, John Krsteski
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Publication number: 20050072644Abstract: A multi-function travel case includes a plurality of features for facilitating ease of travel, including a retractable document sleeve for storing important travel-related documents in a manner that allows for quick, secure and easy access, viewing and storage of same during travel. The travel case further includes a retractable bottle holder extendable from a side pocket thereof, a side storage compartment adapted for storing eyeglasses in a manner that prevents scratching of same, a front interior storage compartment that houses a retractable light source, a key holder, and integrated pockets adapted for the storage of optical media without scratching the same, a central interior storage compartment having an adjustable top restraint and first and second user-positionable, impact resistant, adjustable cushions for securing portable computer devices of different sizes, a rear interior storage compartment having a removable file folder housed therein, ergonomically-designed rubber handles, and anti-tip feet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2004Publication date: April 7, 2005Applicant: Targus, Inc.Inventors: Todd Gormick, Stanley Wada, Hrag Nassanian, Grace Chang, Hing Yeung, Alex Rochat
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Publication number: 20050072643Abstract: A multi-function travel case includes a plurality of features for facilitating ease of travel, including a retractable document sleeve for storing important travel-related documents in a manner that allows for quick, secure and easy access, viewing and storage of same during travel. The travel case further includes a retractable bottle holder extendable from a side pocket thereof, a side storage compartment adapted for storing eyeglasses in a manner that prevents scratching of same, a front interior storage compartment that houses a retractable light source, a key holder, and integrated pockets adapted for the storage of optical media without scratching the same, a central interior storage compartment having an adjustable top restraint and first and second user-positionable, impact resistant, adjustable cushions for securing portable computer devices of different sizes, a rear interior storage compartment having a removable file folder housed therein, ergonomically-designed rubber handles, and anti-tip feet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2004Publication date: April 7, 2005Applicant: Targus, Inc.Inventors: Todd Gormick, Stanley Wada, Hrag Nassanian, Grace Chang, Hing Yeung, Alex Rochat