Combination computer and briefcase

Description

FIG. 1 is a right front perspective view showing my new design, in an open position, and with an interior panel partially raised to show the space below it;

FIG. 2 is another right front perspective view thereof showing the interior panel completely raised against the computer screen;

FIG. 3 is a back view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a side view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a right end view thereof the left end view being identical;

FIG. 6 is another side view thereof showing the side opposite the side shown in FIG. 4, and the briefcase in a closed position;

FIG. 7 is a side view thereof with the briefcase shown in an open position; and,

FIG. 8 is a front view thereof.

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Patent History
Patent number: D414751
Type: Grant
Filed: Nov 18, 1998
Date of Patent: Oct 5, 1999
Inventor: Gowry Yogalingam (Mississauga, Ontario)
Primary Examiner: Freda Nunn
Law Firm: Barrigar & Moss
Application Number: 0/96,708
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: D14/106; D3/276; D3/284
International Classification: 1402;