Removable Compartment Or Compartment-forming Member Patents (Class 190/110)
  • Publication number: 20140197000
    Abstract: An organizational luggage system includes a main housing having a closed bottom, front, rear, and opposed side walls extending upwardly from the bottom such that the main housing defines an open top and interior area. An outer panel is pivotally coupled to the rear wall and selectively movable between a closed configuration covering the main housing open top and an open configuration enabling access to the interior area. An inner panel is pivotally coupled to the main housing rear wall and situated between the outer panel and the main housing interior area, the inner panel being accessible when the outer panel is at the open configuration, the interior panel being selectively movable between a closed configuration preventing access to the main housing interior area and an open configuration providing access thereto. A plurality of holding pouches is coupled to an inner surface of the outer panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2013
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Inventor: Renee Joan Harrison
  • Patent number: 8684054
    Abstract: Handbags, including soft handbags, are easily customizable by attaching or changing handbag covers of virtually any design. The handbag covers can include, at least in part, an essentially collapsible material, and are relatively small and easily stored. Accordingly, the aesthetic and design of handbags can be easily altered without requiring the purchase of different handbags of different styles. In at least one implementation of the present invention, the handbag covers essentially envelope the base handbag. Additionally, one or more implementations of the present invention include handbag covers that attach to a base handbag via a plurality of attachment forces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignee: Miche Bag, LLC
    Inventors: Jennie Platt, Christian J. Seegmiller, Corbin B. Church
  • Patent number: 8684053
    Abstract: Handbags, including soft handbags, are easily customizable by attaching or changing handbag covers of virtually any design. The handbag covers can include, at least in part, an essentially collapsible material, and are relatively small and easily stored. Accordingly, the aesthetic and design of handbags can be easily altered without requiring the purchase of different handbags of different styles. In at least one implementation of the present invention, the handbag covers essentially envelope the base handbag. Additionally, one or more implementations of the present invention include handbag covers that attach to a base handbag via a plurality of attachment forces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignee: Miche Bag, LLC
    Inventors: Jennie Platt, Christian J. Seegmiller, Corbin B. Church
  • Patent number: 8662269
    Abstract: A carrying case for a portable electronic device includes an inner compartment having a front panel and a side panel extending peripherally around the front panel to define a hollow interior. A pivotal flap extending across width of the front panel is formed as an upper part of the front panel connected thereto through a living hinge. A plurality of spaced resilient dimples extends into the interior of the inner compartment from at least the front panel. The living hinge comprises an internal crease in a front panel material. The internal crease extends inwardly in to the material toward an exterior of the inner compartment from the front panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Avenues in Leather, Inc.
    Inventors: Otniel Shor, Todd Kramer
  • Patent number: 8607947
    Abstract: On a piece of luggage having at least one inner volume, which is delimited by at least one luggage wall and by at least one side wall protruding from said luggage wall, wherein the inner volume is divided by at least one intermediate plate, it is provided that at least one luggage strap is attached to the intermediate plate with a first end, the luggage strap is adjustably guided by means of at least one deflection device along the wall of the piece of luggage and at least two side wall sections that are disposed opposite each other such that the distance of the intermediate plate to the luggage wall can be adjusted in a variable way, and that the free second end of the luggage strap can also be fastened to the intermediate plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Assignee: RIMOWA GmbH
    Inventor: Dieter Morszeck
  • Patent number: 8596433
    Abstract: A handling baggage, constituted from a trolley or a suitcase, equipped of a couple of sliding shoes in elastic material, able to slide on stairs, facilitating the crossing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Inventor: Francesco Tauro
  • Publication number: 20130306421
    Abstract: A suitcase is described, comprising a body with an edge adapted to be coupled to a space of a connection means for a partition adapted to divide the internal space of the suitcase into an inferior space and a superior space, said connection means comprising a raceway adapted to be slidingly coupled to a sliding element which is complementary to the raceway and fixed to a support element with which the partition is integrally associated. Said connection means includes an internal portion of the body made of soft material, at the extremity of which the raceway made of rigid material is fixed, and an external portion of the body made of soft material, the sliding element being made of rigid material fixed to the support element made of soft material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2012
    Publication date: November 21, 2013
    Applicant: VALIGERIA RONCATO S.P.A.
    Inventor: Enrico Roncato
  • Patent number: 8567577
    Abstract: The luggage and air mattress combination is a wheeled luggage device including an upper compartment for storage of personal items. A lower compartment houses an inflatable mattress, which can be extended from the lower compartment and pumped up for use as a sleeping or lounging platform. A pump is housed in the luggage and connected to the mattress for inflation thereof. A backrest is also housed adjacent the lower compartment and is extracted therefrom for use. Pivotal arms are positioned adjacent the backrest to enhance the user's comfort. A canopy may be removably attached to the luggage to block out light from the surrounding area and add a modicum of privacy. An insulated liner may be provided for use in the upper compartment for the storage of food, if desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2013
    Inventor: Valerie D. Jackson
  • Patent number: 8567578
    Abstract: A computer case having an open and a closed configuration may comprise two or more sections. The sections may be foldably joined. A fastener may selectively maintain the computer case in the closed configuration. One or more of the sections may be adapted to receive an electronic device, such as a computer. The sections adapted to receive a computer may comprise a cover. The computer case may be comprised of materials configured to allow the contents thereof to be scanned by a scanning device, such as an X-ray. Portions of the case may allow for visual inspection of a computer disposed therein. A foldable container may be disposed between foldable sections of the case. The foldable container may be configured to receive and hold personal items during a security screening process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2013
    Assignee: Targus Group International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bui Phu Cuong, Todd Gormick, Robert Shortt
  • Publication number: 20130206526
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a bag for use in carrying and separating articles, such as garments (clothing), towels, shoes, and the like and having means for separating clean articles from soiled or dirty articles. In a preferred embodiment of the invention the bag has a first chamber for storing clean articles and second chamber for dirty articles and allows for air circulation within the second chamber for hindering or preventing the growth of mold or other odor causing bacteria.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Inventor: Alice Huff
  • Publication number: 20130186792
    Abstract: A protective bag is disclosed that allows users to tote their tablet computers and other electronic devices safely. The protective bag typically comprises a detachable tablet case, which fits into the protective bag and may be secured to the bag with straps, or any other securing means. The detachable tablet case houses a tablet computer or other similar electronic device. Furthermore, the protective bag folds in such a way that a user may use the tablet computer while it is still attached to the protective bag. The protective bag can also comprise legs that can be folded out to allow the protective bag to stand upright when in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2013
    Publication date: July 25, 2013
    Inventor: Liam Weisner
  • Patent number: 8485327
    Abstract: The luggage with integrated eating surface includes a standard piece of wheeled luggage having an eating surface that folds out from a top surface of the wheeled luggage. The top surface of the luggage folds upwards to reveal the eating surface and cup holder. The eating surface is suspended above an inner surface, which protects the contents of the luggage from liquids and other debris. The suspension of the eating surface from the inner surface also enables a cup or container to hang from the cup holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Inventor: Tiffany Dalrymple
  • Patent number: 8453813
    Abstract: A travel bag includes a bag body defining a front open side, a cover panel covered on the front open side of the bag body, a first zipper joining the cover panel and the bag body, a locating panel mounted in a center opening in the cover panel, a connection frame stitched to the locating panel, a sub cover panel hinged to the bottom side of the connection flap, a second zipper joining the sub cover panel and the locating panel, a partition panel set in a center opening in the connection frame, a third zipper joining the connection frame and the partition panel, and two fan-like expandable side flats bilaterally connected between the connection frame and the sub cover panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2013
    Inventor: Wei-Hung Lai
  • Publication number: 20130098721
    Abstract: A travel bag includes a bag body defining a front open side, a cover panel covered on the front open side of the bag body, a first zipper joining the cover panel and the bag body, a locating panel mounted in a center opening in the cover panel, a connection frame stitched to the locating panel, a sub cover panel hinged to the bottom side of the connection flap, a second zipper joining the sub cover panel and the locating panel, a partition panel set in a center opening in the connection frame, a third zipper joining the connection frame and the partition panel, and two fan-like expandable side flats bilaterally connected between the connection frame and the sub cover panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Inventor: WEI-HUNG LAI
  • Patent number: 8424680
    Abstract: A camera storage case is provided that includes a camera support system. The camera support system may be made of EVA foam and made to conform to the exterior perimeter surface of the camera. The camera support system may also include a tube to protect the camera's interconnected lens. The storage case can be configured as a backpack, messenger bag, or holster. Flexible lens holders are included in the storage case to facilitate easy access to stored lenses. Furthermore, the storage case provides dividing walls to allow the user to selectively configure the interior storage compartment of the camera case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Fair, Josh Buller
  • Patent number: 8403011
    Abstract: An interchangeable handbag system. The system includes a handbag body having an open top and an interchangeable flap. The interchangeable flap may be removeably attached to the handbag body to cover an opening of the handbag body. In other embodiments, the interchangeable flap may be removeably attached to itself to form a separate handbag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2013
    Inventor: Dorothy R. McKendry
  • Patent number: 8393450
    Abstract: An improved duffel bag with inner removable panels can be configured with a large main space or a central space and end spaces. The removable panels can zip up into place to divide the bag into a central space and end spaces, or can be unzipped and rolled up to create one large space or two sections. A main flap closure provides access to the central space, and end openings with zipper closures provide access to the end spaces. The bag can be available in a range of sizes and styles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2013
    Inventor: Meegan Lynch-Ringvold
  • Patent number: 8376102
    Abstract: A garment organizing system, assembly, and method enables users to organize garmentry for travel. The basic assembly comprises a support panel, a restraint panel, a panel attachment mechanism for removably attaching each restraint panel to a first edge of a respective support panel, and a panel linking mechanism for linking each support panel to an adjacent support panel. The support panels support garmentry placed thereupon. Each restraint panel is fixedly attached to a second edge of a respective support panel, and the restraint panels selectively restrain garmentry supported by the support panels via said panel attachment mechanism. The panel linking mechanism enables the user to link and stack a series of interconnectable garment restraint assemblies for organizing the supported and restrained garmentry for travel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Inventor: Kim Ritschel
  • Patent number: 8371441
    Abstract: A firearm cleaning kit includes a case, a fastener, a tool insert, an attachment element releasably securing the tool insert to the interior of the case, and a firearm cleaning tool. The case includes a first side and a second side joined along a fold line. The fastener joins the first and second sides of the case together. The tool insert is secured to an interior region of the case, and includes a plurality of tool cavities. The attachment element includes a fixed portion and a detachable portion; the fixed portion being permanently secured to the interior region of the case and the detachable portion engaging the fixed portion. The firearm cleaning kit further includes a firearm cleaning tool. The firearm cleaning tool is selected from the group consisting of a right angle pick, a scraper, a slotted tip, and a bore cleaning brush.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: The Otis Patent Trust
    Inventor: Nicholas Williams
  • Patent number: 8324534
    Abstract: A case for holding an iron having a heating element coupled to a handle, the handle coupled to an electrical cord having a plug, the apparatus comprising: a sleeve having an opening for receiving the heating element; a pair of flaps each coupled to the surface of the sleeve, the flaps forming a cavity from one portion of the perimeter of the opening to another portion of the perimeter of the opening, the cavity being such that the electrical cord can be wrapped around the sleeve and secured by removably coupling the flaps around the electrical cord.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignee: Pollyseon, LLC
    Inventors: Polly J. Shrewsbury, Judy S. Im, Greg S. Hinzmann
  • Patent number: 8302749
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to bags and cases for storage of cameras or other objects. More specifically, the system integrates a waterproof dry bag component optimized for storage of cameras and camera accessories, with a bag component of substantially the same size and shape of the dry bag into a single unit. When separated, the two components can perform as individual units.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Daymen Canada Acquisition ULC
    Inventors: Bradley S. Melmon, Ryan H. Mongan, David J. Law, Parker T. Chou, Graeme Esarey
  • Publication number: 20120222932
    Abstract: A traveling case with a functional lid comprises at least a case body. Onto the inner surface of the case body are provided with an interior lining and a lid plate for locating at least an object between the top of the interior lining and the bottom of the lid plate. The lid plate's periphery is detachably connected with a top periphery of the case body's inner surface. Besides, the lid plate is provided with at least a positioning part on the lid plate's upper surface. Thereby, different lid plates can be used for replacement according to the needs of users and consequently different objects can be positioned onto the upper surface of the lid plate via the positioning part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2011
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventor: Ante WANG
  • Publication number: 20120097495
    Abstract: A versatile bag including: a bag, one or more removable and optionally reversible art panels, and one or more devices for attaching the one or more removable and optionally reversible art panels to the outside of the bag is provided. A method of decorating the bag is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Inventor: Michael Moore
  • Patent number: 8157068
    Abstract: A luggage container comprising a foldable flat member. To the inner surface of the foldable flat member I releasable attached a number of pockets in which articles may be stored and/or displayed. A single, flat, foldable member can be folded into a generally rectangular shape or laid flat or hung vertically.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: Perfect World Luggage, Inc.
    Inventor: Rachel Theora Sapyta
  • Publication number: 20120067682
    Abstract: In the present invention, a removable and interchangeable organizer is attached to the inside of a bag, thereby giving users the flexibility of carrying various types of articles organized and secured. By installing hooks at the ends of the bag, the present invention allows the users to use the bag in two different modes, i.e., horizontally (i.e., laying on the floor or ground) and vertically (hanging by the hooks).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2010
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Inventor: Wenhui Liao
  • Patent number: 8120896
    Abstract: The present invention provides a strap device capable of, when used in a state of being attached to an electronic apparatus body including a display portion and a key input portion as an object, improving the visibility of the display portion and the operability of the key input portion and the touch panel without tilting the electronic apparatus body with the wrist. A strap device includes a substantially plate-shaped belt base to be attached to the object; and a strap belt formed in an annular shape and supported by a substantially center portion of the belt base rotatably within a plane substantially parallel to the belt base. The belt base includes a back part provided with a pivot fitting as a bearing member for supporting the strap belt rotatably and a front part facing the back part. The strap belt extends across the belt base from the front part to the back part of the belt base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: Panasonic Corporation
    Inventors: Takeshi Mori, Hirofumi Takemasa
  • Patent number: 8104594
    Abstract: A case, a system and/or a method for storing and/or for transporting articles are provided. The case, the system and/or the method operate to store and/or to transport articles, such as, for example, office-related articles and personal articles. A first compartment forms a first volume that may be protected by walls of the case. Further, a second compartment forms a second volume. The second compartment extends into the first volume of the first compartment. The second compartment receives and/or stores the articles towards the interior of the first compartment. The second compartment has a divider for maintaining a position of the articles in the second compartment and restricts movement of the articles outward with respect to the interior of the first compartment. The second compartment is opened to form a tray for accessing one or more of the articles without opening the first compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignee: Kingport Industries, LLC
    Inventor: Claudia Chisholm
  • Publication number: 20110297498
    Abstract: A luggage container with a detachable pocket includes a compartment having at least front, rear, top, bottom and side surfaces and at least one pocket receiving portion configured to receive the detachable pocket and formed on an outer surface of the compartment, the outer surface including at least the front surface, rear surface, top surface, bottom surface or side surface. The detachable pocket is attached to the compartment via the at least one pocket receiving portion to form an opening of the pocket configured to receive an object via the opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2010
    Publication date: December 8, 2011
    Inventor: Chris Yu
  • Publication number: 20110266107
    Abstract: A luggage carrier for transporting a plurality of beverage bottles, including a substantially rectangular-shaped housing including a bottom panel, a top panel, a front panel, a back panel, a right panel and a left panel that define an interior hollow compartment having an interior length, width and height. The luggage carrier further includes a pre-formed bottle shipping container having an exterior length, width and height substantially equal to the interior length, width and height of the interior hollow compartment. The pre-formed bottle shipping container is positioned within the interior hollow compartment. The pre-formed bottle shipping container contains a plurality of cavities each configured and dimensioned to accept a beverage bottle. A method of transporting a plurality of beverage bottles is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2011
    Publication date: November 3, 2011
    Applicant: The Wine Check
    Inventors: Shawnda HANSEN, Todd French
  • Publication number: 20110253494
    Abstract: A travel case with removable inserts, the case having opposed sides joined along one edge to form a base and the opposed sides defining an edge opposed to the base with a closure mechanism cooperatively positioned along the opposing edge and defining an interior volume. A plurality of rings fixedly attached to and spaced along the base within the interior volume. Each ring has an open orientation in which at least one end is separated to form an opening in the ring and a closed orientation in which the ring forms a continuous closed mounting element. An insert includes at least one pocket and has an attachment edge with a plurality of apertures defined adjacent the attachment edge. The apertures are spaced apart a distance so as to substantially align an aperture with each ring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2011
    Publication date: October 20, 2011
    Inventor: Judith A. Coventry
  • Patent number: 8011484
    Abstract: A versatile travel trunk may be reconfigured for numerous purposes, including a men's wardrobe, women's wardrobe, a combined wardrobe, food-carrying applications, tool and utensil accommodation, or any combination thereof. The preferred embodiment includes a body portion to which there is hinged a closable door portion. The body portion has an interior with a depth and opposing inner side walls adapted to receive one or more removable and reconfigurable shelves. A plurality of fasteners are disposed on the back portion of the back wall of the door to receive one or more modular inserts, each insert having a back surface connectable to the fasteners and a front surface with compartments adapted to carry a different set of items for a particular travel application. One or more of the shelves further include lower tracks to receive drawers that slide in and out of the body portion. The body portion preferably further includes a set of integrated wheels and a retractable handle for ease in transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Inventor: Lynne McIntyre
  • Patent number: 7958920
    Abstract: A compact, user-friendly and reusable shopping bag assembly has a pocket with a cavity having a top opening accommodating a plurality of reusable auxiliary shopping bags. A primary shopping bag is hinged to the pocket for movement between a compact folded position adjacent a side of the pocket to an unfolded position for holding merchandise. A panel assembly having pockets for holding printed materials are attached to the front of the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Inventor: Tiffany E. Olsson
  • Publication number: 20110127132
    Abstract: A carrying case with a first enclosure ad at least one additional enclosure which includes a substantially rigid, and selectively removable protective compartment which must be oriented at a predetermined position for both insertion and selective removal. The selectively removable protective compartment may be adapted for isolated and secure storing of delicate or fragile items.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2010
    Publication date: June 2, 2011
    Applicant: THULE ORGANIZATION SOLUTIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Paul Fair, James A. Bergh
  • Patent number: 7946425
    Abstract: This invention is directed toward an airtight, refrigerated cosmetics handbag that can be used as a stand alone product or inserted into other, larger handbags. The handbag has a pocket in the top panel into which frozen gel packs can be inserted, so that heat-sensitive cosmetics are cooled from the top. The exterior of the handbag is constructed of heat-shielding and/or heat reflective materials. The inside of the handbag additionally comprises means by which the cosmetics can be retained in a safe but compact form, and, optionally, a bi-directionally modifiable valve through which excess air can be removed subsequent to the cosmetics being placed in the handbag. The handbag can be manufactured in a variety of sizes and shapes, and, preferentially, from recycled materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Inventor: Joyce Diana Hayes Burnett
  • Publication number: 20110073426
    Abstract: A fun, durable, fashion forward tote bag, which allows people to change the middle insert around to fit their daily life routines weather they are right or left handed and keeps the mind thought of being organized at the same time, and be able to interchange colors with the insert and outer shells from the different themes. And most of all, have a comfortable fit to the whole bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2009
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventor: Brian Lawrence Alba
  • Patent number: 7900758
    Abstract: A carry-on case (2) comprising a packing compartment (12) defined by a lower textile panel (16) and a zipper track (8) that extends along a bottom edge of the packing compartment (12). Packing compartment is accessible from the top of the case (2) via a three sided zipper track (8) extending along the top edge, right, and left sides of the packing compartment (12) to permit all-sided access therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignee: Samsonite IP Holdings S.a.r.l.
    Inventors: William L. King, John H. Sullivan, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7900757
    Abstract: A carrying bag that includes a top portion having at least two side walls, a closable top, a closed bottom having an exterior bottom surface and an interior top compartment. The carrying bag also includes a detachable bottom portion having at least two side walls, a closed top having an exterior top surface, a closed bottom an interior bottom compartment and at least one access opening into the interior bottom compartment, and a compartmentalized structure having a plurality of individual compartments. A track system is included to attach the top portion to the detachable bottom portion, where the track system has a first component and a second component that slidingly engage one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Inventor: Aviva Warter Sisitsky
  • Patent number: 7874328
    Abstract: A utility bag having a compartment recessed in an upper portion of the utility bag to provide additional storage space and utilize unused space in compartments thereof. The recessed compartment may accommodate various items including tools and trays for storing small items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2011
    Assignee: Custom Leathercraft Manuf., Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Dancyger
  • Patent number: 7841454
    Abstract: Carriers for flat objects such as sheet music are described which supplement the capacity of musical instrument cases having at least one handle. An adjustable hanger strap or straps are provided so that the carrier can be used on cases having different sizes, shapes and thicknesses. The case handle fits through one of a plurality of elongated slots on the hangar strap of the carrier with the carrier positioned against the case. The particular slot used depends on the shape and size of the case. The carrier has one or more compartments for storing articles placed therein, with the carrier draping over one of the sides while being transported about as a single unit by virtue of the case carry handle. Loops engaging the strap are also provided to provide stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Inventor: Ralph Odell Burton
  • Publication number: 20100213020
    Abstract: An improved duffel bag with inner removable panels can be configured with a large main space or a central space and end spaces. The removable panels can zip up into place to divide the bag into a central space and end spaces, or can be unzipped and rolled up to create one large space or two sections. A main flap closure provides access to the central space, and end openings with zipper closures provide access to the end spaces. The bag can be available in a range of sizes and styles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2010
    Publication date: August 26, 2010
    Inventor: Meegan Lynch-Ringvold
  • Patent number: 7779976
    Abstract: An item of luggage is provided that has foldable shelves and collapsible drawers. The drawers and shelves may be folded relatively flat and stored in the main housing of the luggage when not in use. The luggage may have a cover support to hold the cover of the luggage open at various angles and under various loads when the cover is open.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2010
    Assignee: Ingenious Designs LLC
    Inventor: Joy Mangano
  • Patent number: 7762294
    Abstract: A reversible tote bag includes a bag portion, two pair of front brackets, two pair of rear brackets, and a pair of handles. The two pair of front brackets and the two pair of rear brackets have interior portions and exterior portions. The pair of handles are replaceably attached to the exterior portions of the two pair of front brackets and to the two pair of rear brackets, respectively, and when removed therefrom, the bag can be reversed, with the pair of handles then being placed onto the pair of previously interior portions that now become the exterior portions of the two pair of front brackets and the two pair of rear brackets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Assignee: Tumi, Inc.
    Inventor: San Chyi Wang
  • Publication number: 20100126814
    Abstract: A compartmented multiple-item carrying case (10) adapted for construction of configurable dividers (60, 62, 64, 66, 68) is formed with matable building elements (82, 84, 86) arranged by a user to provide interior compartments (40, 42, 44, 46) of customized shapes and sizes. User configurable interior compartments enable efficient item placement and storage because the items a user desires to carry at a given time can differ in size and shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Applicant: IPPASA, LLC
    Inventor: Aaron B. Sternberg
  • Publication number: 20100101971
    Abstract: A case, a system and/or a method for storing and/or for transporting articles are provided. The case, the system and/or the method operate to store and/or to transport articles, such as, for example, office-related articles and personal articles. A first compartment forms a first volume that may be protected by walls of the case. Further, a second compartment forms a second volume. The second compartment extends into the first volume of the first compartment. The second compartment receives and/or stores the articles towards the interior of the first compartment. The second compartment has a divider for maintaining a position of the articles in the second compartment and restricts movement of the articles outward with respect to the interior of the first compartment. The second compartment is opened to form a tray for accessing one or more of the articles without opening the first compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2008
    Publication date: April 29, 2010
    Inventor: Claudia Chisholm
  • Publication number: 20090294237
    Abstract: A carrying bag that includes a top portion having at least two side walls, a closable top, a closed bottom having an exterior bottom surface and an interior top compartment. The carrying bag also includes a detachable bottom portion having at least two side walls, a closed top having an exterior top surface, a closed bottom an interior bottom compartment and at least one access opening into the interior bottom compartment, and a compartmentalized structure having a plurality of individual compartments. A track system is included to attach the top portion to the detachable bottom portion, where the track system has a first component and a second component that slidingly engage one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2008
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Inventor: Aviva Warter Sisitsky
  • Patent number: 7607699
    Abstract: A portable work case for scrapbooking and other crafts is provided herein. The work case (101) comprises (a) a central portion (103) having first and second opposing sides, (b) a first lateral portion (105) hingedly attached to the first side of the central portion, (c) a first pad (111) releasably attachable to the first lateral portion, (d) a second lateral portion (107) hingedly attached to the second side of the central portion, and (e) a second pad (113) releasably attachable to the second lateral portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2009
    Inventor: Brenda Langford
  • Publication number: 20090260940
    Abstract: A carrying case is comprised of a valise or brief case with an internal compartment for a computer case which is tethered to the valise and which may be fully removed through an opening in the valise to which it is tethered. The computer storage case includes at least one side made of a mesh or transparent fabric or material so that the contents of the computer case may be visually inspected and so that the computer case can be totally segregated and yet remain tethered to the luggage item or valise.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2009
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Applicant: Travel Caddy, Inc. d/b/a Travelon
    Inventors: Zoran Gracer, Donald E. Godshaw
  • Patent number: 7600619
    Abstract: A luggage container comprising a foldable flat member. To the inner surface of the foldable flat member I releasable attached a number of pockets in which articles may be stored and/or displayed. A single, flat, foldable member can be folded into a generally rectangular shape or laid flat or hung vertically.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: Perfect World Luggage, Inc.
    Inventor: Rachel Sapyta
  • Publication number: 20090250362
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to bags and cases for storage of cameras or other objects. More specifically, the system integrates a waterproof dry bag component optimized for storage of cameras and camera accessories, with a bag component of substantially the same size and shape of the dry bag into a single unit. When separated, the two components can perform as individual units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2008
    Publication date: October 8, 2009
    Applicant: Daymen Photo Marketing LP
    Inventors: Bradley S. Melmon, Ryan H. Mongan, David J. Law, Parker T. Chou, Graeme Esarey
  • Patent number: 7588146
    Abstract: This invention provides a case system that removably stores a laptop computer so that it can be removed normally through the top of the case when needed, but also through a flap formed in the side of the case while residing upon a tray with retention lips on at least three sides. The case can be a briefcase, messenger bag or backpack, among other styles. The tray edge facing the top opening is free of any lip or raised obstruction to allow laptop removal from the case through a conventional top flap. The tray is withdrawn/slid from the side of the case unzipping and opening the side flap. The tray is tethered to the case interior so that it extends only slightly beyond the adjacent edge of the case. In this manner, the tray/laptop is prevented from excess rotational movement (e.g. jackknifing) with respect to the case. The tray is free of any x-ray opaque structures or materials, thereby allowing an unobstructed scan to be performed on the laptop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Assignee: The Gem Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark T. Salander, Richard C. Bellofatto, Quincy Reese