Combined With A Different Art Device Patents (Class 224/576)
  • Publication number: 20040206795
    Abstract: Disclosed is a backpack having a gas mask. The backpack includes a body made of a sack shape and having a front surface and a rear surface, a pair of shoulder bearing straps attached to the front surface and at least one pocket positioned at the rear surface for receiving trifling articles, a mask overlapped over the front or rear surface of the body and having a detachable filter and an auxiliary cap for separately enclosing and sealing surroundings of a mouth and nose of a wearer, and an auxiliary cover installed to the rear surface of the body for opening/closing the mask. The backpack can be used as a gas mask to enable a wearer to evacuate from a dangerous area in case of emergency such as fire or toxic gas outflow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2003
    Publication date: October 21, 2004
    Inventor: Jong Sin Kang
  • Publication number: 20040200871
    Abstract: A knapsack with stereophonic reproducing kit mainly includes a knapsack having pockets provided at predetermined positions for receiving a musical sound source and two speakers that together form basic items in the stereophonic reproducing kit. A user may enjoy listening to music or broadcast alone or with other companions at any time and at any place while carrying the knapsack on the back or on the shoulder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2003
    Publication date: October 14, 2004
    Inventor: Angela W. Han
  • Patent number: 6802083
    Abstract: A cap and shade combination in which the shade may be folded inside an attached pouch when not in use. The shade comprises a central portion and two wing portions such that it may be unfurled both down away from the cap and laterally in both directions around the rim of the cap. The extending portion of the shade is of split configuration and of light weight material to be better received within the pouch of the cap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Inventor: Suen Ching Yan
  • Publication number: 20040188483
    Abstract: Rollers are fastened to a chassis which is removably held to a bottom of a backpack by hook and loop fasteners. The rollers are on legs which are rotatably mounted at one end so the rollers can be moved from a first, compact position to a second, expanded position to provide better stability to the backpack which rests on the rollers. Another hook and loop area on the backpack can be used to store the rollers and chassis when they are removed from the bottom of the backpack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2003
    Publication date: September 30, 2004
    Inventors: Rikio E. Kato, Dori A. Clarke, Carlos Joaquin Aros
  • Publication number: 20040188482
    Abstract: The present invention is a beach accessory that combines a backpack and beach towel into an integral, unique product. The invention may also be used as an adjustable pillow for car and airplane travel. Fabricated from 100% terrycloth or velour towel and 100% cotton or cotton blends, the accessory is machine washable for easy care. The accessory can be easily unfolded to access the towel and just as easily refolded when desired. In backpack form, the invention includes ample storage space for personal items. An added feature incorporates a security pocket for the safekeeping of valuables. Adjustable straps are provided to ensure a good fit when the accessory is utilized as a backpack. The straps also function to secure the towel in a rolled-up configuration when employed as a pillow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Publication date: September 30, 2004
    Inventors: Danielle L. Wilson, Marcia E. Wilson
  • Patent number: 6796473
    Abstract: A laptop computer transport and support system for a mobile environment such as an airplane, bus or train is embodied as a wheeled clamshell style backpack carrying case with a retractable handle. The system is employed by unzipping three case edges and lifting a hinged protective cover thereby exposing a computer. The backpack straps unhook from the cover and secure to a user's seatback or around a user's headrest while strap posts at an opposite backpack strap end extend from the case and prevent strap interference with the user. A foldable or detachable handle permits retractable handle posts to extend on each side of the user and support the system against the seatback instead of the user when the system is used. Optionally, computer peripherals within a compartmentalized base are connected within the base to a docking station port and provide the computer with quick access to the peripherals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Assignee: The Boeing Company
    Inventor: William J. Purpura
  • Patent number: 6793111
    Abstract: An outer assembling mechanism of a backpack for carrying a detachable skate. The mechanism includes a base plate fixed to assembling seats. The assembling seats are adapted to releasably engage with the detachable skate for walking or to disengage with the detachable skate for skating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2004
    Inventor: Chun-Cheng Chang
  • Patent number: 6789268
    Abstract: A cap and shade combination in which the shade may be folded inside an attached pouch when not in use. The shade comprises a central portion and two wing portions such that it may be unfurled both down away from the cap and laterally in both directions around the rim of the cap. Each wing portion has an upper edge comprising one or more shade attachment members configured and positioned to removably attach to mating attachment members on the inner surface of the cap near the front visor when in use for maximum coverage of the user's neck, ears, etc. The pouch may be removably attached to the inner surface of the crown of the cap or sewn into or as part of the band or sweatband of the cap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2004
    Inventor: Suen Ching Yan
  • Publication number: 20040155077
    Abstract: A combination beach towel and knapsack in which the towel has a storage pocket or compartment at its top. The storage pocket has two clasp or similar fastening devices inside of the pocket. There are two drawstrings around the perimeter of the top of the pocket that when pulled, draws the top of the storage pocket into a closed position. The ends of the drawstrings are provided with fasteners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2003
    Publication date: August 12, 2004
    Inventors: Dennis R. Cullen, Graziano Berto, David E Scherer
  • Publication number: 20040149793
    Abstract: The triathlonbag is used for the rapid identification and segregation of triathlon equipment. The bag comprises a water-resistant base (11) to which water-resistant front and rear shells are connected with a waterproof closure device (16). Storage areas of meshed material are disposed on the interior (17, 18, 19) and exterior (1,3,4,5,6) surfaces of the shells and, along with a removable mesh cylinder (20), allow segregation of wet and dry items and rapid visual identification of and access to the equipment. This triathlonbag may be transported either as a duffel bag or as a backpack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2004
    Publication date: August 5, 2004
    Inventor: Dean Anthony Theodore
  • Patent number: 6763983
    Abstract: An infant carrier configured to be worn by a wearer is disclosed. The infant carrier includes a seat support configured to support an infant's bottom, a back support, which is integral with the seat support, a head support which is integral with the back support and a strap support system which is worn around the wearer's torso to support the infant in the infant carrier. The seat support is diaper-like in shape with a front notch to prevent chafing the infant. Preferably, the strap support system is made up of a single pair of straps. Preferably, there is a separation (e.g., a seam) between the back support and the head support which allows the head support to be folded down when not being used to support the infant's head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2004
    Assignee: Infantino, LLC.
    Inventor: Lisa C Norman
  • Publication number: 20040134954
    Abstract: A bag or holder for retaining fastening devices such as nails, staples, screws and the like is detachably positionable on a hand-held tool, such as a power drill, screw driver and the like powered by a battery, AC power, air compressor, pneumatic power, etc. The bag defines a compartment with an open top for retaining a desired quantity of the fastening devices for the user's easy access. A flap secured to an upper portion of the bag main body can be retained in a closed position, covering the top opening, and an open position, allowing ready access to the interior of the compartment. The bag can be suspended from the hand-held tool by a suspension strap secured to the bag main body. A plurality of fastening members positioned on the bag main body and the strap selectively retain the strap in an open or closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Inventor: Jeffrey T. Myron
  • Publication number: 20040129748
    Abstract: A luggage case (10) has a molded, relatively hard or rigid back portion affixed to the relatively soft fabric constructed front portion (12). A connector form (25) constructed of an extruded, flexible shape extends around the peripheral rim (19) of the back portion, and has a first free end (30) which is attached by sewing to a gusset (21) that extends around the front portion (11). The connector form (25) has an upper portion that has one and preferably two channels on an outer portion, one of which contains a stiffening wire (36). The upper portion is fastened by stitching to the rim (19) of the back portion. The upper portion includes at least a pair of protruding pockets (22), which define a gap or channel (23) there between. A strap (39) attached to opposite sides of the back portion by triangular-shaped anchors, passes through this gap or channel (23) and had a lifting handle (38) attached thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2004
    Publication date: July 8, 2004
    Inventors: William L King, Edward F Wholley
  • Patent number: 6742635
    Abstract: A sports bag which is defined to include any carrying bag such as a duffel bag, backpack, gym bag or other bag which is used to carry articles such as sports equipment, a thermos, sports clothing etc, which includes a mat which is conveniently stored inside the sports bag when not in use and can be removed through an opening in the sports bag to permit the mat to be extended transverse to the sports bag so that it provides a flat surface on which the user may rest or place articles. The mat can be permanently affixed to the sports bag or it can be removably affixed and attached by means of fasteners such as male and female mating hook and loop fasteners, snaps, etc. The mat can be rolled up and stored within the sports bag when not in use and unrolled and laid flat adjacent the sports bag when in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2004
    Assignee: JR286 Inc.
    Inventor: Jonathan Hirshberg
  • Publication number: 20040099704
    Abstract: A knapsack or rucksack for providing leaning support for a wearer. The inventive rucksack or knapsack includes a back-wall and a bottom-wall formed of a rigid frame of a generally L-shape wherein a first leg of the frame supports the back-wall and a second leg supports the bottom-wall. The L-shape frame allows a user to lean against the back-wall of the rucksack or knapsack when the bottom-wall is on a support surface such as a floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Publication date: May 27, 2004
    Inventor: Isaac Zion
  • Publication number: 20040094591
    Abstract: A laptop computer transport and support system for a mobile environment such as an airplane, bus or train is embodied as a wheeled clamshell style backpack carrying case with a retractable handle. The system is employed by unzipping three case edges and lifting a hinged protective cover thereby exposing a computer. The backpack straps unhook from the cover and secure to a user's seatback or around a user's headrest while strap posts at an opposite backpack strap end extend from the case and prevent strap interference with the user. A foldable or detachable handle permits retractable handle posts to extend on each side of the user and support the system against the seatback instead of the user when the system is used. Optionally, computer peripherals within a compartmentalized base are connected within the base to a docking station port and provide the computer with quick access to the peripherals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2003
    Publication date: May 20, 2004
    Inventor: William J. Purpura
  • Patent number: 6726071
    Abstract: An information handling system lock and carrying strap provides a carrying mode to transport the portable computer and a security mode to secure the portable computer to a fixed object. A cable has attachment devices coupled to each end and operable to couple to a portable computer so that the cable acts as a carrying strap. The cable further secures the information handling system to a fixed device to prevent theft by attaching one cable end to the information handling system and the other end to a fixed object. In one embodiment, the attachment device include a secured unlocked position to allow convenient use as a carrying strap and a secured locked position to allow locking of the device with a key.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2004
    Assignee: Dell Products L.P.
    Inventors: Michael Baseflug, Reynold Li Liao, Sean P. O'Neal
  • Patent number: 6712249
    Abstract: A backpack entertainment system with detachable speaker pockets is provided. The speaker pockets can be detached from the backpack and positioned separately therefrom to provide an enhanced stereo sound quality and/or ambience. Audio equipment within the backpack is connected to the speakers. The speaker pockets preferably comprise canvas or other like material, and can be quickly and easily attached to and detached from the backpack by zippers or other similar means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2004
    Assignee: California Board Sports, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony Magnusson, Brian Reid
  • Patent number: 6702167
    Abstract: A breastpump carrier in the form of a backpack. The breastpump backpack has a horizontal shelf dividing the interior of the breastpump carrier into lower and upper storage areas. The lower storage area is accessible through an exterior side of the backpack with a pumping mechanism mounted therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2004
    Assignee: Medela Holding AG
    Inventor: Larry D. Annis
  • Publication number: 20040040996
    Abstract: An outer assembling mechanism of a backpack for carrying a detachable skate in accordance with the present invention mainly comprises a base plate and a plurality of assembling seats fixed thereto. The assembling seats are adapted to releasably engage with the detachable skate in walking or to disengage with the detachable skate for skating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2002
    Publication date: March 4, 2004
    Inventor: Chun-Cheng Chang
  • Patent number: 6695188
    Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a camera in a stable position from an individual's torso comprising, a storage compartment which is defined by upper and lower walls, opposite side walls and front and rear walls, the rear wall further comprising a proximal attachment surface and a distal attachment surface; a waist band with first and second locking elements attached to the proximal attachment surface of the rear wall, a neck band attached to the proximal attachment surface of the rear wall, a mono-pod receptacle with a mono-pod receiving bore, and at least one adjustable attachment means for fixedly positioning a mono-pod insertably received within the receiving bore.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2004
    Inventors: David Jerome Bradshaw, Donivan Jerome Bradshaw
  • Patent number: 6685071
    Abstract: A container for transporting articles that transforms into a ballistic protection unit includes a bag and a detachable panel. The bag includes a first compartment for containment of at least one piece of ballistic shield material. The detachable panel also contains at least one piece of ballistic shield material and is coupled to the bag by at least a first strap. The detachable panel is detachably coupled to the bag. During use, the user may detach the detachable panel from the bag and the bag may be placed over a shoulder of the user, protecting the user from high speed projectiles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2004
    Inventor: Jeffrey Prather
  • Patent number: 6672494
    Abstract: A shoulder-strapped ladder for allowing a ladder to be easily carried from a user's shoulder with the ladder being held together. The shoulder-strapped ladder includes a ladder having rails and a plurality of rungs interconnecting the rails; and also includes a shoulder strap assembly including an adjustable shoulder strap being detachably attached to the ladder to allow a user to carry the ladder from one's shoulder; and further includes a bounder strap assembly including a bounder strap being fastenable about the rails for binding the rails together; and also includes an assembly for attaching the shoulder strap assembly to the ladder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2004
    Inventor: Jesus Fernandez
  • Publication number: 20030234269
    Abstract: A knapsack includes footwear securing arrangements to either side thereof. The footwear securing arrangements preferably have a releasable strap arrangement for placement about the footwear and drawing it into engagement with the knapsack. The preferred arrangement includes a base strap for engaging and supporting the sole of the footwear and a releasable side strap for engaging an upper portion of the footwear and draw it into engagement with the knapsack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2003
    Publication date: December 25, 2003
    Inventor: Steven Shamas
  • Patent number: 6662984
    Abstract: A carrying device comprising a rigid elongate yoke, extending between two distal ends, a clamping member adapted for engagement with the yoke member to clampingly fix the device on a supportive member of a backpack. At least both ends of the yoke member laterally project from the supportive member and each of the ends is formed with at least one strap-engaging element for connecting thereto a strap to support equipment. When the backpack is carried over the shoulders of a wearer, the equipment/gear hangs down in front of the body of the wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2003
    Inventor: Avichay Mor
  • Patent number: 6659319
    Abstract: A laptop computer transport and support system for a mobile environment such as an airplane, bus or train is embodied as a wheeled clamshell style backpack carrying case with a retractable handle. The system is employed by unzipping three case edges and lifting a hinged protective cover thereby exposing a computer. The backpack straps unhook from the cover and secure to a user's seatback or around a user's headrest while strap posts at an opposite backpack strap end extend from the case and prevent strap interference with the user. A foldable or detachable handle permits retractable handle posts to extend on each side of the user and support the system against the seatback instead of the user when the system is used. Optionally, computer peripherals within a compartmentalized base are connected within the base to a docking station port and provide the computer with quick access to the peripherals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2003
    Assignee: The Boeing Company
    Inventor: William J. Purpura
  • Patent number: 6655565
    Abstract: A backpack comprises base, back, lateral side, top as well as first and second overlying front panels. The outside one of the front panels is congruent with the back panel. The other, interior front panel has a lesser height than the back panel thereby permitting ingress to the interior of the backpack through both the top as well as the front when the outside panel is released from attachment to the side and top panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2003
    Assignee: Travel Caddy, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald E. Godshaw, Andrezj M. Redzisz
  • Publication number: 20030192925
    Abstract: An apparatus for transporting a car seat such as an infant car seat, child car seat, or a child booster seat is disclosed. The apparatus includes a carrier body and at least one system of harnesses for attaching a wheeled assembly to the car seat. The apparatus with attached car seat may be wheeled on the ground by a person using one hand, or may be carried on a person's back, chest, or side, leaving the person's hands free. The system of harnesses may include an upper harness system, a middle harness system, a shoulder harness system, and a hip harness system. The wheeled assembly may also be attached to the carrier body via a system of attachment straps, including an upper attachment system, middle attachment system, and lower attachment system. The apparatus permits a person to wheel or carry the car seat together with a child secured in the car seat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2003
    Publication date: October 16, 2003
    Inventor: Brian T. Boone
  • Patent number: 6626341
    Abstract: A massaging backpack having at least one shoulder strap for massaging an individual which includes at least one massaging unit carried by the shoulder strap, at least one power supply carried by the backpack and connected to the massaging unit, and at least one actuating member carried by the backpack being connected to the massaging unit for actuating the massaging unit when the backpack is worn by the individual so that a massaging sensation is applied to selected areas of the individual.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2003
    Inventor: Carter Mitchell
  • Publication number: 20030173389
    Abstract: These abstracts show that the Card & Comics Collectors Backpack is a new idea. The card collector's backpack has three clear plastic pockets on the front of the bag. It also has clear plastic pocket on each shoulder strap that holds a single card. Inside the backpack, which unzips from the right side that allows the backpack to open up like a book. It has a three ring binder, which will pull open to hold Trading Cards Pages. You will also find mesh pockets to hold a new deck of cards. The Comics Back Pack is basically the same the only difference is, it has a clear plastic pocket that is made to carry a comic book on the front of the bag cover and no pockets on the straps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2001
    Publication date: September 18, 2003
    Inventor: Michael A. Washington
  • Publication number: 20030164391
    Abstract: A kayak portage harness includes: a draw cord in a hem of the harness that is used to secure the hem of the harness under the lip of a kayak cockpit coaming and a pair of opposed hooks that are also secured to the lip of the kayak cockpit coaming at the front and rear of the coaming. In addition, the harness may include a pair of hull straps that extend from the harness about the hull of the kayak and carry paddle clips for securing a paddle to a side of the kayak. The harness is secured to the back of the kayaker in a substantially vertical position for portaging by shoulder straps and an equipment gear bag of the harness fits down through the kayak cockpit into the hull.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2002
    Publication date: September 4, 2003
    Inventor: Peter L. Zwagerman
  • Publication number: 20030150470
    Abstract: A make up case or kit comprises two hingedly connected compartments, a flat dividing element inserted between the compartments which is hingedly held in place, and a plurality of magnetic holders of the cosmetics supplies removably insertable inside the first compartment. The case is opened and closed by rotating either of the compartments about the hinge and the dividing element is rotatable about the hinge to cover either of the compartments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2003
    Publication date: August 14, 2003
    Inventor: Jeanne Van Phue
  • Patent number: 6598771
    Abstract: An infant carrier configured to be worn by a wearer is disclosed. The infant carrier includes a seat support configured to support an infant's bottom, a back support, which is integral with the seat support, a head support which is integral with the back support and a strap support system which is worn around the wearer's torso to support the infant in the infant carrier. The seat support is diaper-like in shape with a front notch to prevent chafing the infant. Preferably, the strap support system is made up of a single pair of straps. Preferably, there is a separation (e.g., a seam) between the back support and the head support which allows the head support to be folded down when not being used to support the infant's head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: Infantino
    Inventor: Lisa C. Norman
  • Publication number: 20030132260
    Abstract: A container for transporting articles that transforms into a ballistic protection unit includes a bag and a detachable panel. The bag includes a first compartment for containment of at least one piece of ballistic shield material. The detachable panel also contains at least one piece of ballistic shield material and is coupled to the bag by at least a first strap. The detachable panel is detachably coupled to the bag. During use, the user may detach the detachable panel from the bag and the bag may be placed over a shoulder of the user, protecting the user from high speed projectiles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2002
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Inventor: Jeffrey Prather
  • Patent number: 6585137
    Abstract: This technical disclosure is for a carrying case for a skateboard having an elongate body including forward and rearward wheel assemblies longitudinally aligned medially on a bottom portion of the skateboard body. The carrying case includes an enclosure that provides an inner storage area for enclosing the skateboard body and an opening on the enclosure for storing and retrieving the skateboard into and out of the storage area. A zipper closure located around a peripheral edge of the opening allows for secure closing and opening of the carrying case. The carrying case has two apertures for receiving the forward and rearward wheel assemblies of the skateboard therethrough when the skateboard is placed in the inner storage area of the carrying case. A covering member covers each apertures and covers the forward and rearward wheel assemblies that project through the apertures when the skateboard is located in the inner storage area of the carrying case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2003
    Inventor: Gary E. Archuleta
  • Publication number: 20030075577
    Abstract: A carrying device comprising a rigid elongate yoke, extending between two distal ends, a clamping member adapted for engagement with the yoke member to clampingly fix the device on a supportive member of a backpack. At least both ends of the yoke member laterally project from the supportive member and each of the ends is formed with at least one strap-engaging element for connecting thereto a strap to support equipment. When the backpack is carried over the shoulders of a wearer, the equipment/gear hangs down in front of the body of the wearer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2001
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Inventor: Avichay Mor
  • Publication number: 20030062391
    Abstract: A massaging backpack having at least one shoulder strap for massaging an individual which includes at least one massaging unit carried by the shoulder strap, at least one power supply carried by the backpack and connected to the massaging unit, and at least one actuating member carried by the backpack being connected to the massaging unit for actuating the massaging unit when the backpack is worn by the individual so that a massaging sensation is applied to selected areas of the individual.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2001
    Publication date: April 3, 2003
    Inventor: Carter Mitchell
  • Publication number: 20030042277
    Abstract: A convertible bag has a front panel peripherally engaging a rear panel. The front panel defines an harness pouch encompassing an upper portion of the front panel. A flap 60 may be positioned over the harness pouch closing it with a zipper 70. The flap 60 alternately is positionable to one side of the front panel 30 to expose a carry harness 80. The lower portion of the elongated bag 13 is adapted for folded placement exteriorly to the rear panel in positional opposition to the harness pouch. In this position the flap covers the folded lower portion 13 and the zipper 70 joins the flap 60 over the rear panel 30 thereby forming a back pack for carrying the elongated bag and other items as desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2001
    Publication date: March 6, 2003
    Inventor: Ramon Gulmatico
  • Publication number: 20030038149
    Abstract: A laptop computer transport and support system for a mobile environment such as an airplane, bus or train is embodied as a wheeled clamshell style backpack carrying case with a retractable handle. The system is employed by unzipping three case edges and lifting a hinged protective cover thereby exposing a computer. The backpack straps unhook from the cover and secure to a user's seatback or around a user's headrest while strap posts at an opposite backpack strap end extend from the case and prevent strap interference with the user. A foldable or detachable handle permits retractable handle posts to extend on each side of the user and support the system against the seatback instead of the user when the system is used. Optionally, computer peripherals within a compartmentalized base are connected within the base to a docking station port and provide the computer with quick access to the peripherals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2001
    Publication date: February 27, 2003
    Inventor: William J. Purpura
  • Patent number: 6488190
    Abstract: A strap-supported article such as a back pack having a messaging device is disclosed. The messaging device is located in an easily accessible position on the strap of the article. The user can access the device for operation conveniently without removal of the article. The device is affixed to the strap by clipping into a slit or pocket, or by disposing within a pocket in the article. The pocket preferably includes a clear outer wall, and a user interface such as a touch plate is accessible through the clear wall. Alternatively, the device may be embedded within the strap. Operation of the device is accomplished via a record button and a recording switch for selecting between modes. Prerecorded messages are accessed by touching the touch plate, and successive touches are utilized in order to access successive prerecorded messages. Alternatively, voice activation circuitry is included to access playback of messages. The device utilizes either analog or digital recording circuitry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2002
    Inventor: Carolyn A. Alonzo
  • Publication number: 20020148871
    Abstract: A rucksack is provided which is equipped with a speaker system which creates, at a periphery of each ear of a rucksack carrier, a sound field in which sounds from an electric acoustic device can be heard clearly and naturally without use of headphones or earphones, and ambient noise as well can be heard clearly. A speaker unit, which radiates plane waves toward ears or vicinities of ears of the rucksack carrier, is disposed at a shoulder belt of a rucksack. The speaker unit is connected to a music playback device or the like accommodated in an accommodating portion of the rucksack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2002
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: Masaki Nakano, Kouji Matsunaga
  • Patent number: 6435389
    Abstract: A tool and parts carrier, capable of supporting a standard tool belt with tools displayed and easily accessible. The invention provides a metal framework consisting of two approximately rectangular sides, joined along the top by a hinge. The hinged sides spread open at the base to form an “A” shaped, self standing structure, utilizing the top of the rectangle as a carrying handle, and folding closed for easier carrying and storage. Each side is covered with a flat sheet spanning the carrier from front to back and from the bottom part way up the side. A horizontal, ridged prong extends along the width and above the flat sides of the carrier onto which a standard tool belt's tool bags may be threaded and hung on the prongs, supported by the sides. A detachable tray or trays attach to the carrier's framework to hold extra parts and tools. The carrier can be transported by hand or is self-standing, or attaches to a variety of objects such as ladders, railings, and joists etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Inventor: Eric Sucher
  • Publication number: 20020074372
    Abstract: A small animal carrying device incorporating a pouch section with a padded bottom. The pouch is closed by a drawstring and a harness assembly using padded crossover straps secures the device around the carrier's shoulders. An additional strap at the bottom of the pouch secures the device around the carrier's waist or lower torso. It can be worn in the front and back positions and contains a side pocket for carrying a leash or other accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2000
    Publication date: June 20, 2002
    Inventor: Sylvia Pickett
  • Patent number: 6382490
    Abstract: A fishing tackle box worn about a waist including a tackle box portion having a front face, a back face, a top face, a bottom face, and opposed side faces. The front face is defined by a plurality of compartments being slidably disposed therein. The front face has a cover panel hingedly coupled thereto. The cover panel is openable to a position essentially perpendicular to the front face. The opposed side faces each have a belt strap extending outwardly therefrom. The belt straps each have corresponding male and female buckles for securing the tackle box portion around a waist of a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2002
    Inventor: Michael Divincenzo
  • Publication number: 20020047033
    Abstract: A holder allowing a portable terminal to be held selectively on a waist or thigh is provided. The holder for a portable terminal comprises an accommodating unit for accommodating the portable terminal, and plural wearing units for having the accommodating unit worn on a body. The plural wearing units include a thigh fixing band worn on the thigh, a belt fixing band suspended on a waist belt, and a waist belt band having only an inserting unit slightly wider than the width of the belt. The units are attached to the accommodating unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2001
    Publication date: April 25, 2002
    Inventors: Hideki Harada, Naoyuki Ito, Nobuhiro Ide
  • Patent number: 6360684
    Abstract: A hand-down indicator for aiding a football official in tracking play of an American-style football game including a pocket for holding and storing accessory items which may be easily accessed by the official during the game is provided. The down indicator also preferably includes an elastic wristband configured to be wrapped around the official's wrist, and a finger loop extending from the wristband. The pocket may be positioned on an inside surface of the wristband, or on an outside surface of the wristband and is sized to house the accessory items. In one embodiment, the pocket may include a flap for covering the open end of the pocket. In another embodiment, a cleat checking device which may be used by the official to check the size of a player's cleats during the game is removably supported within the pocket. The cleat checking device may also be attached to the finger loop to provide easy access thereto and to prevent misplacement of the cleat checking device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2002
    Inventor: Kenneth L. Quaglia
  • Patent number: 6345744
    Abstract: A floating caddy for holding and storing the gear of wading hunters comprising an inflatable tube formed from an impermeable fabric for providing flotation for the caddy. The tube is configured to create a water resistant storage compartment within its periphery. The top of the storage compartment has weather resistant zipper for access into the storage compartment. The caddy is fitted with straps for attaching a shotgun and shoulder straps mounted to the tube to allow the caddy to be carried on the back of the hunter in knapsack fashion. The caddy may be floated in and out of a flooded area by a wading hunter by means of a tether attached to the tube. The fabric forming the caddy maybe printed in a desired camouflage pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2002
    Inventor: Ezekiel Clay Eldridge
  • Publication number: 20020014753
    Abstract: A wheel system, adapted for incorporating with a traveling body, includes at least a pair of wheel assembly for attaching to two outer sides of the traveling body respectively. Each wheel assembly includes a reinforcing panel adapted to be provided at an edge portion of the respective outer side of the traveling body, a wheel shelter extended from the reinforcing panel that defines a wheel cavity between the wheel shelter and the reinforcing panel, and a wheel rotatably supported in the wheel cavity for supporting the traveling body on ground. Therefore, a storage space defined between the two outer sides of the traveling body is maximized and the rigid structure of the traveling body is enhanced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2001
    Publication date: February 7, 2002
    Inventor: Chun Lung Cheng
  • Publication number: 20020008126
    Abstract: Disclosed is a securing device for personal pagers consisting of a plastic holster-type device that includes interchangeable securing means for attaching it to the clothes of the user. The present invention includes a conventional belt clip for attaching to belts and the like as well as a locking straight pin, either of which can be used at any one given time. The incorporation of the pin allows the user to attach the pager to virtually any article of clothing in a secure manner in a situation where the belt clip would be insufficient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2001
    Publication date: January 24, 2002
    Inventor: Shirley Warner
  • Patent number: 6315178
    Abstract: A rucksack is provided on its rear surface with a flap (5) which serves as a cover attached at its lower edge to the rucksack body (2). A waterproof skirt (20) is attached to the inside of the flap. When not in use the skirt is housed within the flap which is kept closed. In the event of rain the flap and the skirt can be deployed over the main body of the rucksack thus protecting the contents of the rucksack from the rain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2001
    Assignee: Louis Colbert Company Limited
    Inventor: Tsuneo Nobata