Abstract: A vacuum packed suitcase with specially arranged sealable compartments for vacuum sealing of articles of travel such as clothing and makeup accessories, the suitcase including a top cover and a more rigidly constructed bottom receptacle, the bottom receptacle having one or more separate article compartments separated by vertical or horizontal walls for organizing the articles of travel, the top cover and bottom receptacle being airtight when sealed over each other so that after packing the articles of travel the air in the compartments can be removed separately or collectively by means of a vacuum pump, thereby reducing the volume of the articles of travel to a minimum and thus increasing storage efficiency.

Abstract: A case for acoustic and electrical sound instruments and including bottom and cover sections hingedly connectable with each other, a fastener for releasably securing the cover section to the other bottom section, and a least one retaining band connectable to the bottom section for releasably securing a sound instrument in the case.

Abstract: A collapsible electronic equipment enclosure surrounds portable or tabletop electronic equipment, such as laptop computers, with opaque protective sheeting supported by flexible struts. An opening is provided that may include a transparent window and provision for hand entry to permit use of the contained equipment while it is protected from environmental hazards. Provision is made for equipment display visibility in bright sunshine and lighting. Restricting visibility of the equipment display enhances privacy. The enclosure collapses to store in a narrow space, is lightweight, and can be used to transport the contained equipment either by a carry handle or as a backpack. The enclosure can be anchored to a tabletop for motion protection. It can also be locked closed and the contained equipment fastened by a security cable and lock to provide theft and tamper protection for the contained equipment and the enclosure when unattended.

Abstract: A fish tackle box that utilizes maximum efficiency of space wherein said tackle is stored in clear plastic bags that are hung with hooks on storage rods; wherein the storage rods are moveable and are inserted into a moveable supporting arm and wherein the storage rods slide into and out of a track.

Abstract: A cosmetic and utility kit includes a container formed with a back side, bottom side, front side and opposite lateral side and further includes an extension flap extending from the back side that folds over the bottom side, front side and top side to enclose contents within the container.

Abstract: A chair-supported bag has a downwardly-opening first pocket adapting the bag to receive and be supported by the back of the chair.

Abstract: A combined carrying case and workstation for computer components includes a first shell having a first cavity therein. A second shell is pivotally connected to the first shell for pivoting between a closed position, where the second shell is against the first shell to enclose at least a first portion of the first cavity, and an open position where the second shell extends generally perpendicular to the closed position. There is a frame having a stand and being extensibly mounted on the first shell for extension between a retracted position for transport, where the stand is adjacent to the first shell, and an extended position for workstation use, where the first shell is spaced-apart above the stand when the stand is positioned on a flat, horizontal surface.

Abstract: Luggage that includes a bag that is capable of housing an elongated article of leisure, such as a snowboard or skis, the bag including an arrangement to enable it to be attached to a main article of luggage having substantially the same length.

Abstract: A luggage lock covering device for protecting a luggage lock from damage as well as protecting the luggage from damage caused by-the luggage lock. The luggage lock covering device includes a panel having a plurality of fold indentations therein such that a first portion, a second portion and a third portion are defined. The second portion is positioned between the first and third portions. The second portion includes an elongated slot extending therethrough. The elongated slot includes a size designed for removably receiving the luggage zipper. There is a fastening means for removably coupling the first portion to the third portion. The fastening means comprises a hook and loop fastening means that includes a loop portion and a hook portion.

Abstract: A buckle device for luggage includes a male part connected to a belt on the luggage and a female part which is removably connected to a position member on the luggage. The female part has a hole and a recess respectively defined through a bottom plate thereof The recess is smaller than the hole. The position member has two flanges and the bottom plate is located between the two flanges. One of the flanges is larger than the recess and smaller than the hole. The buckle device is located transversely above a zipper device of the luggage. The zipper device is operated without separating the female part from the male part and simply disengaging the female part from the position member by allowing the flange passing through the hole.

Abstract: A case for transporting and operating a mobile office system comprised of a portable computer and a portable printer. The computer and printer are separated to protect them when being transported, yet when the case is opened both computer and printer can quickly and easily be operated from within the case with minimal connecting or repositioning. Printed paper exiting a particular printer model can be accommodated by a cutout in the base of the case or a curved ramp within the case.

Abstract: A disc storage case is disclosed for storing discs in a convenient, user-friendly arrangement. The disc storage case allows users to store discs in protective sleeves which are mounted to one or more panels of the storage case rather than mounted at the center of the case. The sleeves are mounted to the panels by a holder mechanism through at least one hole in the sleeve along the sleeve edge. The disc storage case is easier to operate since the holder mechanism does not interfere with the hinge between the side panels. Additionally, the disc storage case stores the discs in a flatter design to maximize the amount of discs that may be stored in a case. The flatter design of the disc storage case of the present invention also reduces the likelihood of spilling the discs and is easier to operate in small spaces since the case does not need to be fully opened to locate and retrieve or insert discs.

Abstract: A laptop carrying case (20) is disclosed as including a pair of sides (22, 24) and a carriage assembly (28). The sides (22, 24) are connected together by a hinge (26) and are configured to enclose a laptop computer (144) and the carriage assembly (28) in a closed position. The carriage assembly (28) is configured for retaining the laptop (144) and for sliding the laptop (144) between a carry position and a work position.

Abstract: An article-holding device is connected to the shell of a piece of luggage to facilitate the carrying of an article along with the luggage. The device is formed of a base plate, a hooked plate, and a fastening piece. The base plate is provided with two protruded blocks for fastening pivotally to the fastening piece, and a cross seat block for fastening pivotally to the hooked plate. The base plate is provided with a cross hole for enabling the hooked plate to swivel upward to connect to the base plate. The fastening piece is provided with a retaining hole and a folding hole. The hooked plate is provided in the underside with two retaining hooks to facilitate the folding or the unfolding of the hooked plate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a storage device for use with a carrying case, and having an aperture therein adapted to receive a handle or strap of the carrying case. The device may also have attachment devices enabling the device to be carried separate from the carrying case if desired. Side body portions of the device have compartments that are adapted to receive, store, and carry items of various sizes. These compartments may be lined with material to protect or enhance the items contained therein. Optional straps may extend from the bottom edges of the side portions in order to attach and secure the device onto a carrying case.

Abstract: A carrying case for transporting and storing two guitars, having two recesses adapted to hold both guitars firmly in place, and a hinged partition between the recesses supporting L-shaped body pads that urge each guitar into its respective recess when the case is closed.

Abstract: An article for use with a laptop computing device protects the device during periods of non-use, including transport, while stabilizing the device when positioned on a user's lap. The article provides a base panel having front, rear and two side sections, a lower surface adapted to rest on a user's lap, and an upper surface to receive the bottom surface of the laptop device. The preferred embodiment includes two side panels, each with a storage compartment, which may be dressed over the user's thighs to assist in stabilizing the laptop device during use. Attachment means are preferably provided for securing the side panels to one another across the top surface of the computing device during periods of non-use or transport. Preferably flexible front and rear panels may also be folded over and onto the top surface of the computer in overlapping fashion beneath the secured side panels to create a protective device wrapper in conjunction with surrounding closure means and a carrying handle.

Abstract: A clothes hanging assembly for hanging clothes above a suitcase. The clothes hanging assembly includes an assembly which is mountable to opposing walls in a suitcase. The assembly has a first support structure and second support structure. A clothing support means supports clothes. The clothing support means extends between the fist and second support structures. A mounting assembly includes a first and second pair of securing means. The first pair of securing means removably secures the first support structure to a first wall of the pair of opposing walls. The second pair of securing means removably secures the second support structure to a second wall of the first pair of opposing walls.

Abstract: Case combination has a main portion and an accessory portion, which can be connected together side by side. The main and accessory portions can also be used separated from each other.

Abstract: A modular carry-all assembly typically comprising two containers, one of which is connected by emplacement upon the other, each suitable for independent or separate carrying. Examples include a purse, baby supply bag, briefcase and rucksack. Bearing straps of one of the assembly members are extended through a slider band of the other such that the latter pends loosely from the former in a non-integral manner.

Abstract: A portable luggage carrying case having a detachable carry tote portion capable of housing a lap-top computer, and various computer accessories. The detachable carry tote is joined to the main portion of the luggage enclosure via a zipper situated around the periphery of the main portion and the carry tote. Once separated from the main portion, the carry tote, comprised of an upper and a lower section joined together along its adjacent edges via material along the inner-facing surface of each section, can be folded, and a securing zipper used to secure the upper and lower portions to each other in a face-to-face configuration. The carry tote, with lap-top computer stored within one of its zippered pouches, can now be utilized separately and independently from the main portion of the luggage enclosure.

Abstract: A modular luggage system includes wheeled flight bag with an externally demountable releasably attachable computer carrying case for carrying a delicate instrument such as a portable computer. The wheeled flight bag has wheels on a bottom wall and a retractable handle incorporated in an integral frame running up a back wall. The front of the flight bag includes a projecting member or salient tongue spaced a selected distance from a releasable fastening member. A computer carrying case adapted to be externally demountable from the flight bag has a bottom wall and a back wall including a receiving slot or aperture for receiving the salient tongue mounted on the flight bag.

Abstract: A clasping device is formed of a hook plate, a control bolt, a retaining plate, a reinforcing hook, a cover, and a recovery spring. The hook plate is provided with a retaining seat having a retaining slot and a cross through hole in which the control bolt is received. The hook plate is provided in the back thereof with a receiving slot in which the retaining plate is received. The retaining plate has a hooked body which is received in the retaining slot to locate the crown portion of the recovery spring of a U-shaped construction. The receiving slot of the hook plate is sealed off by the cover which presses against the reinforcing hook which is located in the back of the hook plate.

Abstract: A sanitary pet-waste collection pouch having front, rear and side-walls defining an interior open topped chamber for holding tied pet-waste loaded plastic litter bags containing retrieved pet-waste. The rear wall is extended forming a unitary flap cover having interior opening and exterior opening pockets on opposite sides threof. The exterior opening pocket is closed by a “hook and pile” Velcro closure. An open topped side-pocket having a restricted bottom opening is secured along a side-wall of the pouch. A sanitizer dispensing container with a dispensing cap is seated securely within the side-pocket with the dispensing cap passing through the restricted bottom opening. The flap cover carries the “hook” portion of a second “hook and pile” Velcro closure and the front wall carries the “pile” portion of said closure, the “pile” portion being longer than the “hook” portion and being located on the front wall.

Abstract: A laptop carrying case (20) is disclosed as including a pair of sides (22, 24) and a carriage assembly (28). The sides (22, 24) are connected together by a hinge (26) and are configured to enclose a laptop computer (144) and the carriage assembly (28) in a closed position. The carriage assembly (28) is configured for retaining the laptop (144) and for sliding the laptop (144) between a carry position and a work position.

Abstract: A bag for carrying a guitar stand. The bag comprises a box shaped pouch having four walls, a bottom, an openable flap on top for a lid, and an interior compartment defined by the walls, bottom and lid. The flap and front wall of the pouch are provided with mating fasteners for securing the flap shut. The exterior surface of the front wall is provided with two loops, located on the lower portion of the wall approximately perpendicular to each other. The loops removably receive a folded down base of the guitar stand and a bar provided on the stand, respectively, in order to removably secure the stand to the outside of the bag. The bag is provided with a carrying strap by which the bag may be carried.

Abstract: A bag for a notebook computer which allows easy use of the computer while still maintained in the computer bag. The bag includes a body for receiving a notebook computer therein, and a cover pivotally coupled along one side to the body to enable opening motion of the cover. The bag further includes an angular motion restraint which couples the cover of the bag to the body of the bag, so that the cover opening approximately corresponds to the opening of the computer display panel. In one embodiment of the invention, the angular motion restraint includes a restraining band. The restraining band has one end fixed to the body of the bag and the other end fitted with a first fastener part. The first fastener part of the restraining band is attachable to a second faster part which is attached to an inner surface of the cover.

Abstract: An add-a-bag assembly for luggage has a base attached to a top wall of the luggage and a buckle that is detachably received on the base. The base has a buckle-receiving portion defined by spaced-apart side walls, each of which has a front overhanging abutment surface that slopes downwardly and rearwardly from a front upper surface. A retainer boss projects laterally from each side wall of the buckle and engages one of the overhanging abutment surfaces of the side wall. Releasable rear locking surfaces on the base and the buckle located rearwardly of the bosses and overhanging abutment surfaces engage each other so as to prevent translatory forward movement of the buckle relative to the base and maintain the bosses on the buckle in engagement under the overhanging abutment surfaces of the base. Tab and slot detents latch the buckle in place. A strap is secured to the rear edge of the body portion of the buckle and is adapted to be joined to an article that is piggybacked on the luggage.

Abstract: A light weight and easy to use strap-like device (1) for carrying bottles (1) and other containers by securing them to a handle (2) of another object. The device has a buckle (8) at a proximal end. A first side of the strap near the proximal end has matching fastening means which is spaced apart a sufficient distance so when connected around a handle (2) it forms an attachment loop (5) for attaching the device to the handle (2) of another object. The second or opposite side of the strap contains fastening means, such as hook and loop fastening material (10,11), with the distal portion of the strap containing one component of the fastening means, such as hook fabric (11), and the remaining portion having loop fabric (10). After the device has been attached to a handle of another object, a bottle (4) or other object is wrapped in the first side of the loop (6) and the distal end of the strap is placed around the bottle and pulled through the buckle (8) until the bottle is securely held in place.

Abstract: A bingo bag carrying case comprising a primary shell of weatherproof pliable material, the shell formed of at least two half shells connected together for hinging along a common side and forming at least two receptacles, each half shell formed of a rectangular back panel with a bottom panel, a top panel and two end panels secured along the periphery of the back panel forming the at least two receptacles, a multipocket panel assembly secured to the external facing side panel of one of the half shells and including a pleated or zig-zag folded panel forming a plurality of pockets having spaces therebetween, and a foldable closure panel that is secured along the hinging edge along the common side of one of the external half shells and folds over the plurality of pockets. The lower closure panel has multiple pockets for storing assorted items.

Abstract: Luggage includes first and second separate pouches connected by a web and is adapted to be positioned over the handle of separate carrier luggage whereby the luggage may be utilized in a saddle bag type configuration or in an assembled configuration as a garment or other type bag.

Abstract: An improved carrying case for a laptop computer or other delicate instrument is disclosed. The improved computer carrying case allows access to the stored computer/instrument via more than one opening to permit use and operation of the instrument without requiring extensive unpacking, particularly during transit when there is an enhanced risk of damage to the stored computer/instrument. The case, further, may allow storage of peripheral devices, including those to be used with the stored computer. The case may also be used to simultaneously store catalogs, manuals and other papers, thus making it a versatile aid to mobile users.

Abstract: A rolling luggage with a notebook carrier bag detachably attached to a front side of the rolling luggage, wherein a first fastening means is secured at a top side of said rolling luggage. The notebook carrier bag includes a base supporting panel, a first and a second carrying container provided on an outer surface of the base supporting panel, a handle means for easy holding, and a first connector secured to one end of the notebook carrier bag for detachably connecting with the first fastening means so as to combine the notebook carrier bag with the rolling luggage to form a single piece of luggage during traveling and transportation. Normally, the notebook carrier bag can be detached from the rolling luggage. Also, since the first carrying container and the second carrying container are foldably connected together, the first carrying container and the second carrying container can be folded up overlappedly to form an independent notebook carrier bag.

Abstract: A carry bag system in which the handle of a briefcase, attache case, small suitcase, or overnight bag, for example, fits through an elongated slot on the flap of an accessory bag having one or more compartments for storing articles placed therein, with the accessory bag draping over one of the sides while being transported about as a single unit by virtue of the carry handle. A series of straps and buckle-snap arrangements are described to further secure the accessory bag with the main carrying unit, and with a second accessory bag carried by the briefcase, attache case, small suitcase or overnight bag in similar manner--with either or both accessory bags being additionally detachable from the combination to allow independent carrying thereof to conferences, meetings and seminars without having to carry the entire combination together.

Abstract: A substantially pear-shaped case (30) for an audio device (20), such as a compact disc player, and headphone set (10), the case (30) formed of a base (32) with side walls (34) extending therefrom to form a compartment tapering inwardly terminating in a narrowed portion distal the base (32). In combination, the audio device (20) is disposed in substantially upright condition in the compartment of the case (30) while the headphones (10) lie in an inverted substantially upright position with the ear speakers (12) lying in an upper narrowed portion (37) of the case and the curved connecting member (14) arranged in a U-shaped configuration lying in cooperative nesting position with the audio device (20) adjacent the base (32) of the case (30).

Abstract: A wheeled briefcase has a container and a two-piece lid assimilating the appearance of a conventional court briefcase. The wheeled briefcase includes a pair of wheels placed along the rear of the case, spaced apart to provide stable maneuvering. An integrated telescoping handle construction cooperates with the included wheels to facilitate rolling transportation of the case. A retractable strap may be used to secure additional cargo placed on top of the briefcase.

Abstract: A luggage case includes a primary case provided with a plurality of male fasteners each including a base and a plug, the base being riveted on the primary case and having a passage going through the primary case, and a secondary case provided with a plurality of female fasteners riveted on the secondary case, each of the female fasteners having a recess adapted to receive the plug, a neck portion having two holes at two opposite sides thereof, and two positioning arms at the two opposite sides thereof each having a protuberance engageable with the holes of the neck portion, whereby the secondary case can be easily engaged or disengaged from the primary case.

Abstract: An article for use with a laptop computing device protects the device during periods of non-use, including transport, while stabilizing the device when positioned on a user's lap. The article provides a base panel having front, rear and two side sections, a lower surface adapted to rest on a user's lap, and an upper surface to receive the bottom surface of the laptop device. The preferred embodiment includes two side panels, each with a storage compartment, which may be dressed over the user's thighs to assist in stabilizing the laptop device during use. Attachment means are preferably provided for securing the side panels to one another across the top surface of the computing device during periods of non-use or transport. Preferably flexible front and rear panels may also be folded over and onto the top surface of the computer in overlapping fashion beneath the secured side panels to create a protective device wrapper in conjunction with surrounding closure means and a carrying handle.

Abstract: A curling iron travel case which is flexible and readily disposed for placement into luggage while the curling iron remains hot. The travel case is particularly disposed to store one or more curling irons and a number of hair care accessories that a user may desire to carry along with the curling iron. The travel case is constructed of a first sheet of material, at least one row of pockets formed on one side of the first sheet, and a second sheet of material secured to the other side of the first sheet. The first sheet of material and each of the pockets are formed of a noncombustible heat resistant fabric, and the second sheet of material is a quilted fabric which provides additional insulation. One of the pockets in each of the rows is sufficiently deep completely to receive the heatable member of a curling iron. Adjacent pockets are disposed to receive the electrical cord and other hair care accessories.

Abstract: Joinable, soft-sided containers (10) include individual containers (12, 14) each having a compartment (20, 22). Individual containers (12, 14) have handle portions (16, 18) extending outwardly therefrom which each include, in turn, a first panel (50, 52) and a second panel (54, 56). Each first panel (50, 52) has an opening (60, 62) therein that may serve as a handle when the individual containers (12, 14) are used individually. The containers (12, 14) may be configured into a saddlebag configuration by joining the second panels (54, 56) such that openings (64, 66) in the second panels (54, 56) align to form a single opening that may be placed over a handle (76) of a briefcase (74). The individual containers (12, 14) may also be configured into a single container (80) having two compartments (20, 22) by joining the rear walls (24, 26) of the containers (12, 14) and joining the first panels (50, 52) such that the opening (60, 62) in the first panels (50, 52) align and form a single handle.

Abstract: A wheeled article of luggage, such as a carry-on case, is provided with an elongate member which is extensible for it to secure an article of auxiliary luggage positioned on a top wall of the wheeled case. The extensible member can be built into the carry-on case, and conveniently stored in an externally accessible pocket.

Abstract: A wheeled article of luggage, such as a carry-on case, is provided with an elongate member which is extensible for it to secure an article of auxiliary luggage positioned on a top wall of the wheeled case. The extensible member can be built into the carry-on case, or into the towing handle of the case, or, can be provided as an add-on to an existing prior art case.

Abstract: A protective carrying bag for a computer includes opposing front and back walls. An opening in the front wall provides access by a user for viewing a screen on the computer when the computer is contained within the bag. Opposing openable first and second side walls as well as a lower wall extend between the front and back walls. An openable upper flap is positioned between the front and back walls. A carrying strap is included which is capable of being secured in a first arrangement for carrying the bag in a substantially vertical orientation and in a second arrangement for carrying the bag in a substantially horizontal orientation such that the computer can be operated through the opening in the front wall while being carried in the substantially horizontal orientation.

Abstract: A wheeled luggage including a body portion having a primary case and a secondary case engageable with the primary case by means of a zipper, a L-shaped member mounted on a bottom of the body portion, an axle disposed on the L-shaped member and mounted across the two corners, two wheel protectors each fitted in one of the two recesses of the body portion, two wheels each pivotally connected with an end of the axle, two plugs fitted on a top of the body portion and each having a cylindrical portion and a plurality of clamping members enclosing the cylindrical portion and having a distance therefrom, an annular member having an inner diameter which is just equal to an outer diameter of a cylinder formed by the clamping members, two tubular members having a lower end vertically mounted on the L-shaped member and an upper end inserted between the cylindrical portion and the clamping members of the plug, and a handle having two pull rods each inserted in one of the tubular members and provided with a guide member a

Abstract: A removably attachable hook strap for holding auxiliary luggage which comprises a strap having two ends, one end comprising a means for removably attaching to a main piece of luggage, a rigid hook having a distal and a proximal end, the proximal end being joined to the other end of the strap, a member having a first and second end, the first end being fixed to the proximal end of the rigid hook and a means for detachably fastening the second end of the member to the distal end of the rigid hook.

Abstract: An article for attaching an item to a wheeled suitcase includes a flexible member or strap with one end removably attached to a handle of the suitcase and the other end carrying a collapsible hook, suspended from the handle for holding an auxiliary item such as a briefcase. Attachment at the handle includes a plug and socket that permit rotation relative to the handle without risking disengagement of the plug from the socket when tension on the strap pulls the plug downwardly. The hook has two interlinked members and is secured to the flexible member such that the hook opens when suspended due to tension from the hook's own weight.

Abstract: A fastener for removably attaching pockets and other accessories to garments which includes slidably interlocking male and female members. The male member also includes a locking tab which cooperates with a locking post on the female member for securing the fastener in a closed position. The male member and the female member may be attached to the pocket and the garment respectively by sewing them in position.

Abstract: Invention relates to a portable and display carrying case for receiving, displaying an transporting a plurality of collectable items, such as the popular Beanie Babies, and related accessories. The case comprises a pair of outer members, preferably rectangular in shape, hingedly secured along one pair of complementary edges, and a center inner panel member configured to nest between the outer members. The inner panel member is provided with an array of elastic-type straps secured at their respective ends to the inner panel member, to receive the items, and includes a corresponding array of collapsible boxes for securing the accessories. Fastening members are provided to secure the outer members together, such as a zipper, about the periphery thereof to form a closed carrying case. Finally, a handle may be included along the periphery of the case for easily transporting the Beanie Babies.

Abstract: An auxiliary hand article of luggage is disclosed, which includes an exteriorly accessible pocket which can be readily converted to a strap for temporarily securing the auxiliary hand article to the U-shaped handle extending upward from the top of a separate article of wheeled luggage. The externally accessible pocket is readily converted into a securement strap by the opening of a closure, which may be in the form of a zipper.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing an item of footwear may stand alone or be integral with an item of luggage. The apparatus has a continuous large flap and two flap ends with a center portion located between the two flaps. The center portion is secured to the luggage, and two flap ends are arranged to partially encircle the body section of the footwear when the footwear is placed upon the center portion. One flap end partially overlaps the other. The flaps are attached to one another such that the flap ends secure the footwear to the luggage substantially at the body section of the footwear. A rear strap is secured to either of the base portion, the center portion or a flap end and encircles the heel, section of the footwear when the footwear is placed upon the base portion. The rear strap secures the footwear to the luggage and prevents the footwear from sliding in a direction toward the heel section of the footwear.