Abstract: An ergonomic handle for luggage is provided. In one aspect, the handle comprises at least one palm grip. The handle is attached to a compartment with wheels. The palm grip can be used to push the luggage as the wheels roll over a rolling surface.

Abstract: A piece of luggage has a body with a surface. A weight scale has a top surface and is disposed in the body of the luggage. The top surface of the weight scale is coplanar with the surface of the body of the luggage. The weight scale determines a weight of the piece of luggage when in an operating state. When the weight scale is in a non-operating state it is stored safely within the body of the luggage. Most importantly the weight scale does not stick out from the body of the luggage so as to be susceptible to damage during transport of the luggage.

Abstract: A suitcase includes a main body and a retractable handle assembly. The handle assembly includes a pair of outer handles and at least one pair of inner handles. Each of the inner handles and the outer handles is made of a plastic pipe which is formed by a primary material which is fused, extruded and molded to form the plastic pipe of each of the inner handles and the outer handles. The primary material includes polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), polycarbonate (PC) or polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Thus, the handle assembly has a better outer appearance and has a lighter weight. In addition, each of the inner handles and the outer handles has a better restoring function and can be rapidly restored to the original state when being deformed due to a collision.

Abstract: Luggage, duffel bags, travel bags and travel covers including travel covers for sporting goods such as, but not limited to, golf bags, skis, snowboards, baseball equipment, soccer equipment, and tennis equipment, and travel covers for tradeshow or conference displays or graphics, product samples, tents (collectively, “travel covers”), for example, are commonly used for conveniently transporting and protecting large objects during travel by walking, car, train and/or airplane. The travel covers may have a handle that my rotate or swivel to adjust to an ergonomic position for pulling or pushing the travel cover.

Abstract: An ultralight suitcase comprises a case framework, case material, pull rods, wheels and supporting legs.

Abstract: A presentation capsule is provided for the display, transport and protection of A2 or A3 sized documents including: a rigid body including at least two body portions configured for opening and closing in locking engagement with each other; a handle portion having different material to the body and formed into and extending from the body; a base also being of different material to the body and formed into and extending from the body; wherein, in combination, the handle portion and base are configured for self-supporting the case on a surface without contact of the body with the surface.

Abstract: A low-profile retractable cord system in which a line is attached to a pair of retractor mechanisms located in the sides of an article to be carried (such as a briefcase, a purse, a handbag, suitcase, tote, bag, knapsack, sports bag, gym bag, etc.). The line is high-tensile braided line threaded out through eyelets which are offset inwardly and downwardly from the upper corners of the article to be carried. This way, the line and shoulder pad attached thereto lie flat along the carried article. Various retractor mechanisms are shown, including an opposed pair of coil-spring-biased reels, opposed independent pulley mechanisms, or a common pulley mechanism. An alternate embodiment employs a single retractor mechanism and line for a single loop-handle is also shown.

Abstract: A strap handle for a piece of luggage that has been modified to have the strap handle added thereon. The strap handle includes a strap, and apparatus for having the strap handle added onto the piece of luggage. The apparatus sits within the piece of luggage. The strap engages into the apparatus.

Abstract: A piece of luggage including at least one section of a stiff shell material is provided. The at least one section of the stiff shell material defines a first face of the piece of luggage and has at least one corner. A portion of the at least one section has been removed to define at least one notch proximate the at least one corner. First and second edges of the at least one section adjacent the notch are folded inward relative an inner surface of the at least one section forming first and second sides. The first and second sides define second and third faces of the piece of luggage. The piece of luggage further includes at least one rigid corner piece secured to the first and second sides proximate the at least one notch.

Abstract: An insulated cooler with an integral padlock system comprises a hinged lid and a padlock receiving loop located on the lid. A second, corresponding receiving loop is disposed on the cooler. When closed, a user can apply a padlock to the first and second receiving loop simultaneously to lock the lid in a closed position to enable a user to leave the cooler unattended while full of food or beverages in a public location and prevent unauthorized persons and animals from getting into the cooler.

Abstract: A retractable pulling rod utilizing an elastic extension device, comprising: a pulling rod set, a plug set, and elastic extension device. The pulling rod set is provided with a first socket, a second socket, and a third socket, sleeved onto each other through their ends of small diameters, and each is provided with at least a positioning hole. A first plug and a second plug are disposed respectively at bottom ends of first socket and second socket, to dispose a protrusion tenon of elastic extension device in an indentation slot inside second socket. Through using elastic extension device to assist steel beads of first plug and second plug to position in or detach from positioning hole, retractable pulling rod is extended or retracted smoothly.

Abstract: Luggage cases of the soft-side construction are perceived to be lighter than hard-side cases. However, many rigidifying elements in soft-side cases tend to add to the weight of a soft-side luggage case. This reduces its weight advantage over molded shell luggage cases. Using a textile body in the luggage case to form both the grip of a carry handle and a portion of the outer surface of the luggage helps reduce the weight of the luggage. The textile body may be attached to a thin resilient wire hoop to resist distortion of the luggage case when is it lifted by the handle. This construction saves weight in comparison to conventional luggage case constructions.

Abstract: A mobile storage unit is disclosed. The mobile storage unit includes a rigid exo-skeletal frame and a flexible storage bag that couples to the rigid exo-skeletal frame while within an open storage region framed by the exo-skeletal frame. The mobile storage unit also includes a top seat portion and stabilizing features that extend and retract from the rigid exo-skeletal frame to support the mobile storage unit in the upright position. The mobile storage unit can also include a monitoring device for transmitting signals that are used to determine the location of the mobile storage unit.

Abstract: Generally, embodiments discussed herein may include an article of softside luggage including flexible portions formed from flexible material and a rigid or semi-rigid reinforcing member. One embodiment may take the form of a wheeled duffel including a base wall, a top wall opposite the base wall, a plurality of sidewalls extending upwardly from the base wall to the top wall, a top end wall, and a bottom end wall opposite the top end wall. The wheeled duffel may further include a reinforcing member forming the top and bottom end walls and extending along the base wall from the top end wall to the bottom end wall. The reinforcing member may have an hourglass shape.

Abstract: An article of luggage comprises a suitcase with a substantially cuboid fabric structure supported by a frame. A set of wheels and an upward and rearward projecting handle are mounted on the frame. The suitcase is stable in an upright position. A user may incline the handle of the suitcase rearward from the upright position to wheel the suitcase. Thus, the suitcase need not be orientated far from the vertical when being wheeled by a user. The handle may be fixed but is preferably telescopic. The frame has a plurality of elongate members connected to form a frame base and a frame top spaced apart by diagonal length members connected between the front of the base and the rear of the top. The handle is mounted to the diagonal length members and the wheels are mounted to the frame base.

Abstract: A suitcase includes a main body and a retractable handle assembly mounted on the main body. The handle assembly includes two outer pipes and at least two inner pipes retractably mounted in the outer pipes respectively. Each of the inner pipes and the outer pipes of the handle assembly is made of a plastic pipe which is formed by a primary material and an auxiliary material. The primary material and the auxiliary material are initially mixed and fused, and are then extruded and molded to form the plastic pipe of each of the inner pipes and the outer pipes of the handle assembly. The primary material includes polycarbonate (PC) or polyoxymethylene (POM). The auxiliary material includes fiber. The fiber of the auxiliary material includes glass fiber or carbon fiber.

Abstract: Lightweight reinforced modular tubes of extruded plastic material are provided for the first stage of a trolley-type carry case, in combination with a locking mechanism, which facilitates effective extension and collapse of a multi-telescopic handle system. The tubes are made of extruded plastic material and include a pair of opposed metal strips having appropriately spaced and dimensioned apertures for reception of spring loaded locking pins of the telescopic system. The metal strips are respectively retained in position by a pair of radially extending elongated flange members which overlap marginal positions of the strips. The tubes and the metal strips can easily and quickly be cut to size to fit any size carry case. While the metal insert strips are preferably made of aluminum, any material stronger than the extruded plastic of the first stage tube can be used, i.e., steel, nylon, PVC, polyethylene, polycarbonate, or the like.

Abstract: A transport container, in particular for storing notes of value, with a container body (12, 12a, 12b) which has at least one storage area (36, 36a, 36b) for storing the notes of value and a handle (16, 16a, 16b) connected to the container body (12, 12a, 12b). The handle (16, 16a, 16b) and the container body (12, 12a, 12b) are connected by at least one connecting element (38, 38a, 38b). The handle (16, 16a, 16b) is arranged displaceably relative to the container body (12, 12a, 12b) via the connecting element (38, 38a, 38b). Further, the invention relates to an arrangement with two transport containers.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a piece of luggage is provided. The luggage includes a case body having a front portion, a rear portion, and four walls coupled with the front portion and the rear portion to form an interior region within which items may be placed. The luggage also includes a handle coupled with the case body and extendible therefrom. The handle includes rods that are slidably coupled with the case body to allow the handle to be extended from the case body. The handle also includes a grip member that is coupled at a distal end of the rods and that extends laterally therebetween. A pair of arms are pivotably coupled with the handle on opposing sides thereof. Each arm is movable between a stowed configuration and a deployed configuration to form an extended handle having a relatively flat middle portion and arcuate opposing end portions.

Abstract: Luggage cases of the soft-side construction are perceived to be lighter than hard-side cases. However, many rigidifying elements in soft-side cases tend to add to the weight of a soft-side luggage case. This reduces its weight advantage over molded shell luggage cases. Using a textile body in the luggage case to form both the grip of a carry handle and a portion of the outer surface of the luggage helps reduce the weight of the luggage. The textile body may be attached to a thin resilient wire hoop to resist distortion of the luggage case when is it lifted by the handle. This construction saves weight in comparison to conventional luggage case constructions.

Abstract: A luggage case includes a case body, a handle, and at least one cable. The handle is retractably connected to the case body and includes a shaft and a hand grip, wherein the shaft has one end connected to the case body and the other end connected to the hand grip. The shaft is retractable to adjust a distance between the hand grip and the case body. The cable has one end connected to the hand grip and the other end connected to the case body. The cable extends and is exposed between the hand grip and the case body when the shaft extends out from the case body. The cable retracts in a winding manner as the shaft retracts to the case body.

Abstract: A system and a method of a carbon fiber-reinforced intelligent wheeled backpack and human transportation seat with adjustable foot rest is disclosed. In one embodiment, a method of simultaneous human being and luggage transportation through an airport may include coupling an upper part of a handle assembly to a hollow lower part through a connector wherein the upper part of the handle assembly may be permitted to be pulled in and out of the hollow lower part of the handle assembly. A backpack body comprising a carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) material may be coupled to the hollow lower part of the handle assembly wherein the backpack body may include spinable wheels, an adjustable seat, and adjustable footrests for simultaneous human and luggage transportation.

Abstract: An exemplary system configured convert from a luggage back to a standing clothing rack and back. First, the lids rotate 180 degrees along the top edge of the base from a closed position to extend the height of the rack. While configured as a rack, the system is supported on each side by a support structure which also extends from the base. The luggage bag may be double sided, such that both sides mirror each other, and fasten to the handle, base, or upright lids. One or more hanger bars may either swing out from, or be fastened to, the upright lids, to support hanging garments. The hanger bars may also be configured to keep hanging garments evenly spaced by equally spaced grooves along the top edge of the hanger bar. The system may later be converted back into a luggage bag.

Abstract: A carrying case including a first container having a first perimeter around a first opening and a second container comprising a second perimeter around a second opening, a first portion of the second perimeter being coupled to a first portion of the first perimeter to form a foldable interface between the first container and the second container; and a handle coupled to the foldable interface, a second portion of the first perimeter being configured to removably couple to a second portion of the second perimeter to enclose the handle of the first and second containers.

Abstract: A portable storage device comprising an openable outer enclosure, an inner storage compartment which is compressible by evacuation of air from the compartment and a pump integrated into the outer enclosure for evacuating the inner storage compartment.

Abstract: An interlocking case system includes a base case having a luggage receptacle and an overlying lid that together form a luggage compartment. One or more swivel wheels are located in proximity to one end of the base case and at least one non-swivel wheel is located at the other end. An upper case is configured to interlock with, and be supported by, the base case when the base case is supported by the first and second swivel wheels and the at least one non-swivel wheel. The case system may be towed using a flexible towing strap coupled to the base case.

Abstract: A carrying assembly for a tablet computer or similar object. A bag structure is provided that has an internal pocket. Padding areas exist around the internal pocket between the internal pocket and the bag structure. The padding areas are at least partially filled with padding material. The ends of a handle structure are attached to the bag structure. A fabric panel extends from the handle structure to the bag structure. The object is stored in the internal pocket. When needed, the object is removed. The bag structure is laid on one side so that the fabric panel lay flat on a surface. In this orientation, the handle structure and the bag structure combine to create a holding trough. The object is placed within the holding trough, wherein the object leans against the bag structure in an inclined orientation.

Abstract: According to the invention, a golf bag is disclosed. The golf bag may include a frame and a removable cover. The frame may include a top member at a top most portion of the frame, and a bottom member at a bottom most portion of the frame. The removable cover may include a central portion, a first coupling member, and a second coupling member. The first coupling member may be coupled with at least a portion of a top of the central portion. The second coupling member may be coupled with at least a portion of a bottom of the central portion. The first coupling member may be reversibly coupled with a top most portion of the top member. The second coupling member may be reversibly coupled with a bottom most portion of the bottom member.

Abstract: A handle assembly that includes two sets of handle members that are vertically engageable with one another and where at least one of the sets of handle members extends substantially across a width of the receiving portion in the housing or bag that receives the handle. The receiving portion can be integral with the housing such that no additional receiving portion needs to be produced during the manufacturing process, resulting in a less complex and expensive manufacturing operation. The handle can further include a detent mechanism to allow the handle to easily collapse into the housing without the need for a separate button and lock mechanism.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for luggage is provided. In one aspect, the handle comprises at least one palm grip. The handle is attached to a compartment with wheels. The palm grip can be used to push the luggage as the wheels roll over a rolling surface.

Abstract: A carrying device for extending into a piece of luggage and for absorbing and minimizing shocks when carrying the piece of luggage. The carrying device includes a handle and apparatus for absorbing and minimizing shocks when carrying the piece of luggage by the handle. The apparatus is normally disposed within the piece of luggage so as not to be unaesthetically visible, and is operatively connected to the handle so as to allow for the absorbing and the minimizing of the shocks when carrying the piece of luggage by the handle.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a handle structure and a housing. The housing has an opening. The handle structure is retractably disposed in the housing and includes an engaging module and a handle module. The engaging module includes a first engaging portion disposed on the housing. The handle module is movably connected to the housing and includes a main body, an elastic element and a second engaging portion. The elastic element provides an elastic force for the main body to move toward the opening. When the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion are disposed at an engaging portion, at least a portion of the main body is disposed in the housing. When the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion are disposed at a separating position, the main body protrudes from the housing.

Abstract: A folding sport luggage including a main luggage case and wheels equipped at the bottom of the case. The main luggage case includes a front portion and a rear portion. The rear portion of the main luggage case has a frame composed of side, back, and bottom panels and coated with a coating. The front portion of the main luggage case has a soft bag case extending from the frame of the main luggage case. The bottom panel can be folded and includes a folding front portion supporting the bottom of the soft bag case and a rear portion supporting the bosom of the frame of the main luggage case. With no items inside, the front portion of the luggage can be folded inwards to greatly reduce the space occupied by the sport luggage. Thus it is convenient to place and transport, with low cost.

Abstract: A telescoping luggage handle and stabilizer are provided. The telescoping luggage handle includes an elongated element, a conduit, and at least one stabilizer. The conduit is for receiving the elongated element, and the stabilizer is for restricting lateral movement of the elongated in relation to the conduit. The stabilizer includes a cap and a biasing member. The biasing member engages a flexible portion of the cap.

Abstract: Disclosed is an article of luggage having a structure that comprises flexible and transparent sidewalls supported by a rigid frame that creates the base shape of the device. In a first embodiment, the luggage article comprises a rollerboard luggage article having roller wheels, a rectangular frame, upstanding sidewalls and an open upper having a removable cover. The sidewalls and cover are transparent and further comprise securable pockets and luggage handles. In a second embodiment, a handheld luggage article is disclosed having a base rectangular frame, handle straps, transparent sidewalls and a transparent cover flap. Finally, a pet carrying embodiment is disclosed in a similar fashion as the handheld embodiment, where further retractable flaps are provided that cover vented panels along each of the luggage article's transparent sidewalls. The disclosed embodiments provide a set of transparent and flexible luggage carriers that facilitate visual inspection and personalization.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a handle for use with an item of luggage. The handle comprises an outer shell, at least one inner bar and at least one strain gauge, wherein the at least one inner bar extends out from within the outer shell at each end of the handle such that the item of luggage may be attached to the handle using the at least one inner bar. The arrangement is such that when an item of luggage is lifted using the handle, the weight of the suitcase is measured using the at least one strain gauge.

Abstract: An exemplary mobile module includes a device frame and/or a case, with the device frame positioned within, and (preferably immovably) affixed to, the case walls. An appendage extending from the top of the module may include a handle and/or an adjustable support mount (which preferably includes a flat portion and a valley) that allows the module to hang from a variety of surfaces (such as a cabinet roof/door). Optional (preferably adjustable) sidebars extending from the module sides provide stability when the module is hanging. Equipment such as display and input devices may be (preferably adjustably) affixed to the device frame, and communication ports (e.g., for serial connectivity) and power sources may be provided in the frame interior. Such equipment may be accessible through openings in the case walls that provide access to the case interior. A (preferably affixed) computer and a multi-function cable may enhance diagnosing and interfacing capabilities.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a slide-cover handlebar device whose handlebar body has a slide cover to conceal the button arranged in a recession of the handlebar body, and whose handlebar body also has a torsion spring. The torsion spring has a fixing ring press-fitted with a fixing protrusion of the slide cover. When the slide cover is pulled or pushed, the torsion spring is also driven to move. When the pulling or pushing force has reached a critical point, the torsion spring generates a rotation torsion force to keep on pulling or pushing the slide cover to reveal or conceal a button. The present invention can protect the button from being imprudently pressed. The torsion spring can assist the user in opening or shutting the slide cover.

Abstract: A luggage case includes a box-shaped frame formed of integrally molded polymeric material, and a retractable handle unit. The box-shaped frame includes a bottom portion having a plurality of openings and a surrounding wall portion upward extended from the bottom portion, and all edges of the box-shaped frame between the bottom portion and the surrounding wall portion are rounded edges. At least one of the rounded edges is provided with a recessed rib portion having two insertion holes provided thereon. The retractable handle unit includes two retractable bars that are inserted into the two insertion holes with two upper ends located outside the box-shaped frame to connect to a transverse grip portion, and two lower ends extended into a holding block located inside and connected to the box-shaped frame. Being supported by the box-shaped frame and the retractable handle unit, the luggage case has reduced weight but good structural strength.

Abstract: A travelling case for receiving articles therein includes a case body and a cover body. The cover body covers the case body. The cover body is provided with a three-dimensional pattern. By this arrangement, the distinctiveness of the travelling case can be increased. Further, the three-dimensional pattern can be changed according to user's demands.

Abstract: A transport device comprises a luggage for carrying a load that is movable over a support surface on one or more wheels. A handle assembly is coupled to the luggage having an extendible handle for handling the load. A foldable support assembly has a work surface that is pivotable between a closed position when the foldable support assembly is folded and an open position when the foldable assembly is unfolded. The luggage has a side that forms housing about the handle assembly for enclosing the foldable support assembly when the foldable support assembly is folded such that the work surface becomes an outer surface of the luggage in its closed position thereby concealing the handle assembly and the foldable support assembly from view.

Abstract: A piece of luggage including at least one section of a stiff shell material is provided. The at least one section of the stiff shell material defines a first face of the piece of luggage and has at least one corner. A portion of the at least one section has been removed to define at least one notch proximate the at least one corner. First and second edges of the at least one section adjacent the notch are folded inward relative an inner surface of the at least one section forming first and second sides. The first and second sides define second and third faces of the piece of luggage. The piece of luggage further includes at least one rigid corner piece secured to the first and second sides proximate the at least one notch.

Abstract: A convertible luggage or storage case having wheels and a telescoping or extending handle that may extend generally linearly from a retracted position to at least one, and preferably a plurality, of extended positions, so that case may be wheeled from one location to another. Handle may include a pair of arms and a cross-piece and also may pivot about an end opposite the cross-piece to form a leg, which may be part of a stand for case. Prior to pivoting, a second leg having a pair of arms and a cross-piece may be located generally coplanar with the handle or first leg, preferably in the interior space between arms. The second leg may pivot at a point between the cross-piece and the opposite end, and an end of the second leg may be located in a groove. As such, the first and second legs may cooperate to form a stand for the case, elevating the case for convenience.

Abstract: A convertible wheeled luggage handle comprises a housing holding a movable swivel handle, and the swivel handle is locked from moving outside the housing by a spring-loaded detent pin engaging a hole, and this detent pin can be raised from the hole freeing the swivel handle to pivot outside the housing by a retainer pin driven through the width of the swivel handle at the housing, and each end of this retainer pin protrudes slightly from each side of the swivel handle, and these protruding ends correspondingly sit into two accommodating slide members located along opposite lengths of the walls locking the swivel handle to the housing, besides locking and being the pivot point for the swivel handle these protruding pin-ends from the retainer pin have the additional function of sliding the swivel handle along the slide members in order to position the swivel handle outside/perpendicular to the housing.

Abstract: A combination suitcase and baby carrier having a housing and a handle movable between a storage position and an extended position. The handle is also pivotal between a first position in which the handle is coplanar with the bottom and a second position in which the handle lies in a plane oblique to the plane of the housing bottom. A rear wheel support bracket having at least one rear wheel is pivotally mounted to the housing adjacent the end of the housing between a collapsed position in which the rear wheel is contained within the housing, and an operational position in which the rear wheel protrudes outwardly and downwardly from the housing bottom. A front wheel also extends outwardly from the bottom of the housing so that the housing can be supported by both the rear and front wheel. A housing top may then be open and movable against the handle to form a seat back for a baby carrier.

Abstract: A hard-sided suitcase may have a front and a back hard-sided shell that together comprise a main storage compartment. A telescopic handle may have retractable or extendable arms, corresponding fixed tubes configured to house the arms, and a curved handle. The fixed tubes and/or frame of the telescopic handle may be at least partially encased within the back hard-sided shell. The fixed tubes may be approximately flush with the exterior of the back hard-sided shell, and the interior of the back hard-sided shell may provide a smooth and continuous surface to the main storage compartment to alleviate packing around the telescopic handle during use. The curved handle may have an undulating bend, and be configured to fit into a corresponding curved surface on the top of the back hard-sided shell. The top and backmost portions of the curved handle may be approximately flush with the back hard-sided shell.

Abstract: A hard-sided suitcase may have a front and a back hard-sided shell that together comprise a main storage compartment. A telescopic handle may have retractable or extendable arms, corresponding fixed tubes configured to house the arms, and a curved handle. The fixed tubes and/or frame of the telescopic handle may be at least partially encased within the back hard-sided shell. The fixed tubes may be approximately flush with the exterior of the back hard-sided shell, and the interior of the back hard-sided shell may provide a smooth and continuous surface to the main storage compartment to alleviate packing around the telescopic handle during use. The curved handle may have an undulating bend, and be configured to fit into a corresponding curved surface on the top of the back hard-sided shell. The top and backmost portions of the curved handle may be approximately flush with the back hard-sided shell.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a support mechanism for luggage, and more specifically to a support mechanism for luggage having U-shaped recesses within which telescoping handle tubes are positioned.

Abstract: A remote cinching device 14 comprising a resiliency mechanism 15 and 16, a force-transferring device 17, and a cinching device 28, 30, 32 enhances luggage, totes, briefs, and other transport and/or storage devices. The resiliency mechanism biases the luggage in an open condition, while the cinching device, located remotely from the areas undergoing the highest levels of expansion force (the top and bottom ends of an upright luggage case, for example), allows effective, easy, and visually pleasing compression of the case once it has been closed. The cinch is carried by force-transferring structures 17, by which the act of cinching is made even more efficient.

Abstract: A handle-scale includes a luggage-scale for calculating a weight of a piece of luggage that is built into a carry-handle having weight-release slides and/or metal hinges. Scale functionality may be enclosed within the carry-handle. The luggage-scale may have a digital readout display, such as a touch screen, that changes color once weight is calculated. The handle-scale may be movable between a first and a second vertical position with respect to the piece of luggage during use. The handle-scale may include an outer shell that protects the digital readout by withdrawing the digital readout from an exterior of the handle-scale such that when a user grips the handle, the hand of the user does not touch the digital readout. The handle-scale may separately display a measurement scale, and whole and partial units of the calculated weight. The handle-scale may have an undulating outer exterior to facilitate gripping and manually lifting.