Patents Assigned to Tough Traveler Ltd.
  • Patent number: 7909214
    Abstract: The present interlocking bag and waist belt invention assists the user that must carry weight comfortably while being able to access the contents. The embodiment of the present invention teaches a soft bag, a waist belt, an optional detachable shoulder strap, and a connecting system that includes a rigid member or semi-rigid member interlocking between the waist belt and the bag through placement in looped pieces which are fixed alternatively on bag and waist belt. This invention will be of importance to walking delivery people, but the utilization will be more expansive. People young and old who are attracted by the informality of messenger bags but who want more comfort, may use the present interconnecting bag and waist belt invention for school, work, and travel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2011
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Nancy Gold, Christian Timm, Inna Spektor
  • Patent number: 7841453
    Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus for constraining an object against an article of luggage and related luggage systems. In one embodiment, the invention includes an elongate member; a first loop member located at a first end of the elongate member; and a second loop member located at a second end of the elongate member, wherein the first loop member is adapted for non-fixed attachment to a rigid, elongated handle of an article of luggage and the second loop member is adapted for non-fixed attachment to a handle of the article of luggage, such that when the first loop member is attached to the rigid, elongated handle and the second loop member is attached to the handle, the elongate member is operable to constrain an object against the article of luggage and the rigid, elongated handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Nancy Gold, Christian Timm, Inna Spektor
  • Publication number: 20080121673
    Abstract: The current invention is intended to help emergency personnel who otherwise would lose precious time needed for reaction to crisis events. By making all information that is being outputted by a radiation detector, or other small equipment device, immediately accessible and secure, as well as convenient to use, this extendable pouch gives an edge to security and other emergency personnel so that they can act quickly to avert a crisis or secure others. Other embodiments or modifications include non-elastic sides, tethering of the pouch to user's belt, a web belt with a pouch sewn as an integrated piece, one vinyl window, or open windows and may be imagined for other small device use for security or otherwise. Embodiments may include use for a warning device for sight-impaired persons, with readings felt as well as partially seen. Other embodiments might also be imagined by one schooled in the art.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2007
    Publication date: May 29, 2008
    Applicant: Tough Traveler Ltd
    Inventors: Christian Timm, Nancy Gold
  • Patent number: 5779248
    Abstract: The present invention provides a releasably mounted retrofit system that allows a standard back-mounted child carrier to also serve as a stroller. The retrofit system comprises an adjustable handlebar apparatus and a wheel unit. Both of these can be releasably mounted to the rear frame of an existing back-mounted child carrier thereby allowing existing carriers to also function as strollers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Assignee: Tough Traveler, Ltd.
    Inventors: Nancy Gold, Carl Legere, Christine Gauss, Charles Howarth
  • Patent number: D526468
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2006
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Dingman, Inna Spektor, Nancy Gold
  • Patent number: D537625
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2007
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Henry Michelin, Inna Spektor, Nancy Gold
  • Patent number: D549400
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2007
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Nancy Gold, Inna Spektor
  • Patent number: D569102
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2008
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Christian Timm, Nancy Gold
  • Patent number: D573342
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2008
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Christian Timm, Nancy Gold
  • Patent number: D599107
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2009
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventors: Nancy Gold, Christian Timm, Inna Spektor, Ronald Dingman
  • Patent number: D603605
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2009
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd
    Inventor: Ronald A. Dingman
  • Patent number: D657125
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Assignee: Tough Traveler Ltd.
    Inventor: Nancy Gold