Abstract: A container defines a pocket for receipt of articles, the pocket being bounded by a front panel and a rear panel. A connecting flap extends from the rear panel along a fold line, the conncting flap being dimensioned to fit into the pocket of a next container and the fold line on each container being spaced above a top edge of a front panel defining the pocket. Accordingly, a front and a rear container attached by means of the connecting flap of one being inserted in the pocket of the next, can be placed in registry or lifted out of registry, the containers telescoping until the connecting flap of the front container, becomes fixed in the pocket by either bottoming out or by encountering the top edge of the pocket, whereupon the telescoping containers lift one another, exposing an edge of the rear panel and/or connecting flap on the rear container.

Abstract: A carrier bag 1 has within a self-supporting smaller bag 3. The bags 1 and 3 are joined together along their common base 4. The smaller bag 3 has a closeable opening which is readily accessible to a user through the mouth of the carrier bag 1. The smaller bag 3 can be used very simply for accessories, including valuables but with security because it is essentially invisible.

Abstract: An expandable carrying case apparatus, having two pivotably attached members, each of which is substantially rectangular, and each of which is expandable. Expansion is accomplished by individualized displacement mechanisms deployed upon each corner of the members. Each of the displacement mechanisms is attached to a controllable driver which when actuated, expands or contracts an element of the case frame causing the exterior members to expand outwardly or contract inwardly and thereby increase or decrease the volume of the carrying case.

Abstract: A carryon suitcase having two compartments. A garment bag is twice folded upon itself and packed in one of the compartments.

Abstract: A suitcase is a hollow box having a hollow lid hinged thereto. A divider is stretched across the lid and removably secured to the lid on one side with Velcro fasteners and hooks and rings on the other side. The divider has multiple pockets on each side for clothing articles and accessories.

Abstract: A fishing accessory container is shown which includes a flexible outer bag having a left and right halves which meet along a peripheral edge. A zipper joins the left and right halves along the peripheral edge to define a closed interior for the bag. A plurality of removable inserts are located within the bag interior and can be unzipped and removed from the bag interior to allow the user to select only needed equipment to be carried on a particular occasion.

Abstract: A carrying case is designed with a removable partition so that with the partition in place, compact discs may be stored and transported, and with the partition removed, the case serves as a utility or tote bag. The partition and inside walls of the case are formed with cooperative Velcro pads so that, in one embodiment, the partition is pivoted out of position, and in another embodiment, the partition may be removed from the case. A novel dual zippered top flap provides ready access for storing the compact discs, compact disc (CD) player, camcorder or other objects.

Abstract: A multiple use cassette carrying case has an injection molded rigid cassette tray which is grippingly received in a rectilinear recess formed in a flexible case, with the fabric case cover zipper enclosing the tray in the carrying case. The cassette carrying case is a durable, self-supporting construction, without the need for stiffening and supporting materials. With the tray removed the fabric case serves as a utility case and the tray is an independent cassette storage tray. The tray is designed for large volume storage of both foxed and unboxed cassettes. The tray features inner partitions, and ribs for the mounting of either boxed or unboxed cassettes in box-like compartments. The cassette carrying case is useful for the storage of either audio or video cassettes, or other types of cassettes, i.e. magnetic tape enclosures in general.

Abstract: Apparatus for temporarily attaching one object to another object which includes a channel on one object, a form on the other object which may be slidably inserted into the channel, a flap on one object, and means for engaging the flap on the other object. The objects are connected to each other by sliding the form into the channel and then engaging the flap with the engagement means. When engaged, the flap prevents sliding motion, and thereby ensures that the form does not slide out of the channel.

Abstract: A utility bag which is generally rectangular in shape and sized to fit into an athletic locker or under the seat of an airplane.

Abstract: A purse insert capable of retaining a number of articles in separate pockets such that the articles can be transferred from one purse to another by removing and transferring the entire insert. The pockets of the insert are formed of an elastic material such that the pockets retain the individual articles by the elastic nature of the material without requiring closure means.

Abstract: A garment bag that may serve as a portable wardrobe comprises flexible front, back and side panels which define a compartment for containing articles of clothing and accessories. The front panel has a flap adapted to be rolled and stored in the bottom of the garment bag. The garment bag is provided with pockets that are accessible from inside the bag with the flap in its stowed position.

Abstract: The carrying case disclosed is of the attache-case variety. It includes a tray (3) located under the lid (2) of the case. The tray overlies, and closes, the compartment (14) in the body (1) of the case when the lid of case is un-zipped and raised. The tray (3) can be used as a writing tablet (7). The tray (3) includes a flap (8) that is hinge-able relative to the remainder (7) of the tray. The flap (8) can be raised to allow restricted access to the compartment (14). Alternatively, the whole tray (3) can be raised to permit wide-open access to the compartment (14). The lid (2) of the case is provided with a corresponding hinged flap (21). The tray (3) rests on top of the inner frame (5) of the body (1) of the case. The frame encircles the whole compartment, and is rigid enough that the floor of the compartment can be of flexible fabric. A shoulder strap is attached to the frame, and lies around the frame, when not in use.

Abstract: A support structure such as but not limited to bags, carrying cases, suitcases, file cabinets and storage boxes, including a pegged matrix base structure for permitting a variable configuration of at least one retaining board received thereon. Each said retaining board would include article holders and is detachable from said container floor for expedient access of articles thereto and from. The rows and columns of pegs receive retaining boards in a guiding relationship for secure but detachable engagement. Articles contained on each board may be separately managed and manipulated apart from those of other boards, and removed from the container floor. Removable article holders may be flexibly coupled to the retaining boards for selective configuration of articles on each board.

Abstract: A data cartridge handling system comprising a plurality of carrying cases, each case having a base, a hinged lid, and a carrying handle, and each being of suitable dimensions to house an insertable partitioned tray designed to hold a predetermined number of data tape cartridges having one of a variety of sizes. The cases may be removably inserted into a shelving module by sliding the case horizontally between spaced supports, and the entire system may be placed on a desktop or inverted and mounted under a desk or table.

Abstract: Expandable luggage which includes a case forming a first compartment and having a hinged cover, and a collapsible bag located at the top of the case and forming a second compartment to provide additional packing space when required. A removable panel is also attached to the top of the case, and the panel forms a pocket for the collapsible bag when the second compartment is not in use.

Abstract: A utility bag which is generally rectangular in shape and sized to fit into an athletic locker or under the seat of an airplane.

Abstract: Apparatus for temporarily attaching one object to another object which includes a channel on one object, a form on the other object which may be slidably inserted into the channel, a flap on one object, and means for engaging the flap on the other object. The objects are connected to each other by sliding the form into the channel and then engaging the flap with the engagement means when engaged, the flap prevents sliding motion, and thereby ensures that the form does not slid out of the channel.

Abstract: Microphones having attached electrical cords are stored for transport in a carrying case by providing separate mutually isolated compartments for the cords to avoid inter-tangling of the cords. The microphones are engaged in spaced parallel relation on the carrying case lid with individual cord-storage compartments disposed to receive respective power cords. The engagement structure and compartments may be a permanent part of the carrying case, or may be an insert adapted to be selectively removable from the case. A novel engagement clip is fabricated from hard resilient plastic material and permits insertion of the microphone handle therein from the side of the clip so as to provide a barrier forwardly of the microphone that prevents the microphone from becoming disengaged as the case is opened and closed.

Abstract: A bag has an opening for receiving a foldable insert comprising a pair of hingedly connected panels, each having several pockets on opposite sides thereof. The panels are moveable between a fully open position in which they are disposed in a common plane, a fully closed position in which they are disposed adjacent one another for storage, and a partially open position in which they are adapted to be self-supporting on the edges of the two panels.

Abstract: A releasable assembly is provided for connecting a pair of bags in a side by side abutting manner. The releasable assembly is comprised of a flat female member and a flat male member. The female member has a bottom side affixed to one of the bags and a top side with an open faced rectangular groove defined by spaced apart channel members. The male member has a bottom side affixed to the other bag and a top side with an outwardly projecting tongue for sliding engagement within the groove of the female member. The female member is also provided with an integral catch at one end which is engaged by a pawl member located on one end of the male member to securely retain the bags in abutting relationship. A peg at the opposite end of the female member is engaged by a notch at the opposite end of the male member to limit insertion of the male member within the female member.

Abstract: A cosmetic carrier adapted for use alone or for placement in the bottom of a larger container to contain a plurality of cosmetic bottles and the like from bumping and tipping in transit. The carrier comprises an open topped resiliently rigid container having sidewalls and a bottom. A vertically disposed ribbon of elastic material horizontally crisscrosses the container between a plurality of first points on one area of the sidewalls and a plurality of second points disposed between the first points on a second area of the sidewalls opposite the first area to create a plurality of generally triangular areas within the container each being bounded on two sides by the elastic material and on a third side by a portion of the sidewalls.

Abstract: A cassette carrying case has a rectangular bottom with a pressed cardboard bottom formed with recesses for accommodating cassettes and flocked. A top of dome shape is hinged to the rectangular bottom and carries a domed styrene plastic insert that nests in the top and is formed with a number of parallel ribs that engage the tops of the cassettes when nested in the recesses in the bottom portion with the top over the bottom.

Abstract: A case for holding equipment such as cameras and accessories has a shell formed of a bottom wall and upstanding sidewalls and end walls. Dividers, which extend between the sidewalls, are secured to the sidewalls in an adjustable fashion that allows them to be positioned horizontally to divide the case into compartments of different sizes. A horizontal support extends between, is attached to the sidewalls and is secured to the end wall and one of the dividers for providing a horizontal surface for supporting the bottom of a camera body. The dividers have U-shaped cutouts that support a lens attached to and extending out from the camera body. The horizontal support is adjustable vertically to accommodate different sized camera bodies so that the horizontal support and the U-shaped cutouts in the dividers cooperate to support the camera body and its attached lens above the rest of the accessories and extra lenses in the case.

Abstract: A travel pack for storing and transporting equipment, clothing, food, or other supplies is provided with a lid which has operable positions of at least a closed position, a half-open position, and a fully opened position. Pockets are provided in the pack to hold various items and are arranged such that all of the contents can be accessed in confined spaces when the pack is in the half-open position, as well as when it is in the fully open position. Unique open drawer pockets are located within the pack and are accessible either through the open ends or by opening the top flaps.

Abstract: A vacuum molded compartmentalized insert is temporarily or permanently installed in one end portion of an attache case, without the necessity of structurally altering the case. Various utility items and supplies can be held in the compartments of the insert, and space is provided in the attache case beneath and at one side of the insert for legal size documents and smaller documents, respectively. The insert is a great convenience for those who must largely work out of their attache cases while traveling.

Abstract: An insert (10) for organizing contents of a piece of luggage or purse or wallet (76) is formed of a backing sheet (12) joined at its common side edges (16, 18) and bottom edge (20) to a front sheet (14) to form an upwardly-facing, storage pocket (22). The bottom edge (20) also carries at least one, preferably two, hinging assemblies (24) formed of a loop (50) to which is clipped by means of metal or plastic clip (54) to loops (50) on the bottom edge of other inserts (10) to form a loose-leaf assembly (75) or (78) or the clip (54) may be joined to loops (28) on the top edge of other inserts to form stringed, hanging assemblies (80). The insert may contain a hook (30) and stiffener (32) or these functions can be provided by a hanger (206) inserted into the rear pocket (202).

Abstract: A carrying case includes a wall member which provides a bottom and sidewalls for the carrying case and which has at each of its opposite ends an end assembly including a generally planar plastic end panel having a pair of metal end frames extending about its periphery. The end panels may be cut from flat sheets of material and need not be molded into specialized shapes. In the preferred embodiment, the end panels are made substantially of antistatic materials which enable the case to be useful in transporting items which might be damaged by static electricity. The case illustrated herein includes a divider assembly which is removable as a unit from the case and which is made substantially of antistatic materials.

Abstract: Case for accommodating written material for presentation includes a clear box formed of transparent plastic having walls and an interior, and receptacles for written material being disposed in the interior of the box allowing the written material to be read through the walls of the box, the receptacles being adapted to the format of the written material for preventing sliding of the written material.

Abstract: An emergency medical pack for storing and transporting emergency medical equipment is provided with a lid which has operable positions of at least a closed position, a half-open position and a fully opened position. Pockets are provided in the pack to hold the medical equipment and are arranged such that all of the equipment can be accessed in confined spaces when the pack is in the half-open position as well as when it is in the fully open position. Unique open drawer pockets are located within the pack and are accessible either through the open ends or by opening the top flaps.

Abstract: An activity bag system includes an outer carrying bag, multiple interchangeable inner containers carried one-at-a-time within the outer bag, and a container storage cover for each inner container which also serves as a partition for the outer carrying bag. Each inner container is divided by partitions into compartments for carrying the items needed for a particular sport or activity. At least some of the compartments are covered by a lid to which some items can be secured. The outer bag includes a lower section which receives the inner container and an upper lid section separated from the lower section by the inner container's storage cover. The inner container is placed within its storage cover when not being carried by the outer bag. The outer bag includes straps for securing large items to its outside surface and outside storage pockets, including an insulated pocket for carrying a container of hot or cold liquid.

Abstract: A bag which has a cover member for shoes and other items. The cover member is placed on or fixed to the bottom part of the bag proper and comprises a bottom sheet and cover cloth which is of the same width as the bottom sheet and of the length long enough to cover shoes and other items. The cover cloth has fastening members to engage with corresponding fastening members provided at the bottom sheet, an other cover cloth and the inner side surface of the bag proper so as to ensure perfect covering.

Abstract: A case is provided specifically tailored to the shape and needs of a video camera and being characterized by a shaped frame of aluminum bands confined between an outer cover and an inner liner, the liner and the cover both being removable from the frame for washing and repair and being made of foam sandwiched between durable Nylon cloth. A specialized anti-slip strap and an accessory bag which is removably attached to the main body of the case are also features of note.

Abstract: A modular stacking bag includes a substantially rectangularly shaped container having an open top and a cover hinged to the container for closing the open top. Spring clip members are secured to the upper edges of the container end walls and are adapted to be releasably coupled to similar spring clip members at the ends of a strap to thereby form a carrying strap for the bag. Alternatively, the strap can be passed through rings secured to the back of the container and worn as a belt. Each end wall is also provided with a plurality of snap elements which can be used to hold additional spring clip members. The spring clip members on one bag may then be releasably coupled to similar spring clip members on another bag to join two or more bags vertically or horizontally.

Abstract: A soft-sided carrying case or travel bag having individual business document and paraphenalia storage compartments, an umbrella storage retainer, and a compartment suitable for storing clothes is combinable with an improved garment bag which may be folded in half and retained in that position by a neck and collar configuration on the top of the bag. A strap structure on the garment bag is selectably attachable to the travel bag carrying handle, thus avoiding the need for any specialized hooks, rings, slips, buckles or the like on the carrying case.