Abstract: A beach cart having a first frame member and a second frame member, the first frame member being pivotably attached to the second frame member; a first payload carrier rotatably attached to the first frame member and removably attached to the second frame member; a second payload carrier pivotably attached to the first frame member and removably attached to the second frame member; a third payload carrier pivotably attached to the second frame member; a first wheel riser and a second wheel riser attached to the first frame member; a first wheel mounting block and a second wheel mounting block removably attached to the first wheel riser and the second wheel riser, respectively; a wear bearing and a second wear bearing mounted in the first wheel mounting block and the second wheel mounting block, respectively; and a roller assembly having a first end cap having a first stub axle and a second end cap having a second stub axle, the first stub axle being mounted within the first wear bearing and the first wheel mo

Abstract: A mobile carrier for an augmentative communication device or laptop computer contains a supporting tray enabling a user to slidably adjust the height of the tray for optimum usage. The mobile carrier is easily pushed or pulled to accommodate a user's needs by the use of four wheels, the front two of which are smaller and pivot, and the rear two of which are larger for ease in movement over obstacles. The handle of the mobile carrier is adjustable, and preferably T-shaped, to enable a person to rest on the same when needed, or to pull or push the carrier from either side, when needed. After removal of a pin, the carrier is easily folded into a compressed position, and various elements thereof may be easily removed for ease in storage or transportation thereof.

Abstract: A wheeled beach cart construction 10 including a wheeled framework member 20 a support leg member 30 pivotally associated with the lower end of the framework member 20 and dimensioned to support a beverage cooler and a beach chair support unit 13 rotatably associated with the upper portion of the framework member 20, wherein the beach chair support unit 13 includes a pair of extendable and retractable support arm members 40 slidably disposed on a cross-piece element 41 rotatably suspended in the framework member 20.

Abstract: A collapsible luggage cart characterized by left and right telescoping members having top sections and bottom sections, the top sections being pivotally connected so that when the cart is extended for use the telescoping members provide an A-frame back for the cart, each bottom section having an axle on which a wheel is mounted, and each bottom section having a forwardly-extending arm pivotally connected to it, so that when the cart is to be collapsed, the arms are swung upwardly into the bottom sections, the telescoping members are then pivoted together until they are side by side, and finally the telescoping members are collapsed into the bottom sections, the exterior surfaces of which together then substantially enclose the collapsed cart.

Abstract: A kit for assembling modular support structures is described. The kit comprises structural members and joining means. The joining means further comprise straight members, angle members and "T"-shaped members. A variety of different support structures of different shapes and sizes can be assembled by inserting the ends of the structural members into the ends of the various joining means. Furthermore, angle members may be arranged to include wheeled means, allowing for the construction of mobile support structures.

Abstract: A light-weight carrier comprised of hollow tubular members joined by angle brackets to form a substantially rectangular structure. Two longer sides extend beyond the ends of the two shorter sides. The first ends of the two longer sides receive and support an axle having a pair of wheels mounted thereto. The angle brackets each secure a long and short side and assure rectangularity. At least one pair of brackets, preferably those remote from the wheels, may be moved closer to or further removed from the brackets closer to the wheels, thereby, respectively, extending or reducing the overall length thereof. The net is loosely coupled to all four (4) sides of the frame and cooperates with a pair of criss-crossed bungee cords or the like to retain articles on the tote. The short piece remote from the axle serves as a handle.

Abstract: A fishing cart includes a base frame having two front foot members and two upright stop rods bilaterally disposed on the middle, a transverse wheel holder frame tube welded to a rear side of the base frame to hold a pair of wheels, a back frame pivoted to the rear side of the base frame by pivot means and set between an operative position and a collapsed position, the back frame having parallel barrels and receptacles for holding fishing rods, a U-shaped handle frame pivoted to the back frame by pivot means and turned up and down between an operative position and a collapsed position, two releasable retaining devices bilaterally mounted on the back frame for locking the handle frame in the operative position, a pull cable connected between the retaining devices for pulling by hand to disengage the retaining devices from the handle frame for permitting the handle frame to be collapsed, and a backpack carried on the base frame between the upright stop rods and the back frame, the backpack having hook and loop m

Abstract: A hand truck has a pivoting wedge that initiates a fracture within a bale of hay, straw and similar materials and assists in retaining the material onto the truck. The wedge pivots out of the way when not in use. A toe consists of long slender tines which may serve the dual purpose of sliding under and/or piercing baled material. The toe is removable from the hand truck for shipping and storage purposes. A guard rack is also provided to provide enhanced support for loose material carried by the truck and to prevent the material from getting caught up in the tires or being dragged inadvertently. According to a method of the invention, the hand truck is engaged with the bale, the wedge used to separate a flake, and then the flake is transported on the hand truck.

Abstract: A modular stacking storage unit with flexible containers is disclosed. The storage unit includes a rigid outer frame comprising a base section, vertical members rising from each corner of the base section, and a plurality of front and back support members. Each storage container or receptacle has flexible material supported between the front and back support members. The front support member is lower then rear support member to increase access to the storage container when multiple modules are stacked. The container has a wider top and a narrower bottom to taper the container and further improve access to a lower container. The top end of each vertical member of each module is shaped to mate with either the bottom end of the vertical members of another container module, a top member, or a support for a clothes bar. The base section has wheels to increase the mobility of the storage unit.

Abstract: A luggage system has a dolly connector unit on each of a plurality of luggage pieces; and a dolly including a wheeled base; a handle frame including a parallel spaced pair of telescoping columns projecting from the base, a handle member being rigidly connected between the columns for manipulation of the dolly; a platform pivotally connected to the base on a platform axis proximate the handle frame and having an extended position perpendicular the handle frame and a retracted position against the handle frame, a support for contacting the roadway surface in the extended position of the platform for providing a rest position of the dolly wherein the platform is fixed parallel to the roadway surface with the wheels also contacting the roadway surface, the dolly also having a luggage connector unit supported on the handle frame for coupling the dolly connector units, at least one luggage piece being supportable partly on the platform and partly by the handle frame when the luggage connector unit is coupled to the

Abstract: A collapsible hand truck (10) having storage and operative positions. The truck includes a back frame (12) having a back side, an upper end (16) and a lower end (18). Two wheels (44) are rotatably connected to the back frame lower end (18) at a position offset rearwardly and downwardly therefrom. The offset position is created by aft-extending arms (40). The truck (10) further includes a bail (14) having a front end (20) and an aft end (22). The aft end (22) is rotatably connected to the back frame lower end (18). A strap (50) is provided for maintaining the maximum angular distance between the back frame (14) and the bail (12) during use. In the operative position, the bail (14) is located substantially forward of the back frame (12) and the strap (50) is interconnected between the bail front end (20) and the back frame upper end (16). To reach the storage position, the bail (14) rotates downward and aftward to a location behind the back frame (12) and substantially adjacent to the back frame back side.

Abstract: The present invention is a structurally stable utility cart having a collapsible kneeling board to cushion the knees of the user and a collapsible hand support that the user can grab hold of when shifting to and from kneeling or crouching positions to upright standing positions. The kneeling board and hand support are independently collapsible without one affecting the movement of the other. Further, the device is readily collapsible for compact storage without substantially affecting the overall structural stability. The present invention also provides a utilitarian container, generally for storing various gardening tools.

Abstract: A personal cart for easily transporting several shopping articles when shopping or small packages, files, tools, and other small articles by other users such as professionals. The personal cart includes a lower frame structure having a lower frame extending vertically and a lower platform pivotally connected to and extending at an angle to the lower frame. A lower platform face extends about the lower platform when the personal cart is in an open position and forms a shelf resting an object. An upper frame structure extends from and is supported by one end of the lower frame structure. The upper frame structure includes an upper frame and an upper platform pivotally connected to and extending at an angle from the upper frame. An upper platform face extends about the upper platform when the personal cart is in an open position and forms a shelf for resting additional objects. The upper platform is completely collapsible within the upper frame and lays flush with the upper frame in the collapsed position.

Abstract: A retrofittable wheeled support for a dolly in which adjusting the length of the upper and lower frames adjusts the tilt angle at which the dolly is supported. Dolly ends of support tubes are detachably attachable to receivers that are mounted to the dolly frame so that the device can be easily removed or folded for storage. Dual wheel assemblies are provided for stability.

Abstract: An axle and wheel mount assembly for improving packaging efficiency and allowing easy wheel attachment and removal is disclosed. The axle and wheel assembly includes a novel axle mounting system that is adapted to hold several short axles instead of one long axle which spans the entire width of the transporter. The axle and wheel assembly also includes a novel wheel attachment system which allows wheel attachment and removal without the use of tools and prevents the wheels from accidentally disengaging from the axle.

Abstract: A luggage carrier including two wheel-supported sleeves fastened to a back side of a luggage, a retractable handle coupled to the sleeves, two wheel-supported back support bars respectively pivoted to the top ends of the sleeves, and two links coupled between the back support bars and the two opposite ends of the handle to extend out the back support bars when the handle is pulled out of the sleeves, or to pull back the back support bars when the handle is collapsed, each link having one end pivoted to one back support bar, and an opposite end pivoted to one end of the handle and moved along a longitudinal slot in one sleeve.

Abstract: A collapsible cart basically for serving food. A ground support assembly includes an axle with a wheel at each end and a caster cross-bar perpendicular to the axle with a caster at each end which provides great stability. Two sets of three parallel vertical bars are pivotally supported from the axle. One set is near the outer end and another set at the other end of the axle. Shelves are supported between the two sets at spaced intervals by pivots on each vertical bar such that each shelf is in a horizontal position throughout the range of rotation of the vertical bar about its pivot.

Abstract: The trolley comprises a pair of sides in a plastic material provided with a through hole for inserting and separably snap-locking a support shaft for a pair of wheels and upper housings for inserting and separably snap-locking respective ends of a tubular metal element, bent into a U shape, which forms a handle for manoeuvring the trolley. The tubular element is mechanically restrained at a variable height to an attachment ring for a collection bag. The trolley also comprises a tray in a plastic material designed to act as a base for supporting the trolley on the ground and as an element for supporting the base of the bag. The tray is fitted with projections which can be inserted and separably snap-locked in lower housings of the sides of the trolley and means for its separable snap-hooking to the shape for supporting the wheels.

Abstract: A lightweight, portable wheeled game cart can be compacted, as by folding, and attached to a shoulder harness so that it can be carried by a person on his or her back as if a backpack frame. This allows for easy transport of the compacted cart, and any gear attached to it, to a hunting site. In the preferred embodiment, the cart has a lever length in the form of an elongated frame for lifting and supporting game, and a pair of wheels to provide a rolling fulcrum, the frame being hinged in generally the middle. By removing the shoulder harness and unfolding the frame, the pack frame transforms into a cart. A person may then transport game and/or rescue victims from remote areas.

Abstract: A collapsible luggage carrier has a support frame and at least one support arm attached to the support frame. There is a tubular axle sleeve member attached to the support arms and a rear axle in and extending beyond opposing ends of the axle sleeve member. A rear wheel is rotatively attached to each end of the rear axle. A lower handle member is rotatively connected to the rear axle and is adjacent the opposing ends of the axle sleeve member. An upper handle member is slidingly and lockingly connected to the lower handle. A handle locking member is releasably secured to the lower handle member and to the upper handle member. The handle locking member has a first bar and a second bar opposing the first bar. A cross member of the lower handle member is placed within a first channel to releasably grasp the lower handle member and each of the side bars of the upper handle member are placed in the second channels to releasably grasp the upper handle member.

Abstract: A pushable cart for transporting a golf bag includes a carriage frame and cradle. The carriage frame is connected to wheels at one end and has a handle at the other end. The cradle is connected to the carriage frame in an angular relation so that the cart is generally X-shaped. The cart can be made foldable or collapsible for transportation and storage. The cart also has structurally rigid design which allows the cart to be made of light weight metal. Moreover, the carts can be made nestable to provide space economy during storage.

Abstract: A foldable hand truck apparatus having 1) a main support frame assembly; 2) a support wheel assembly connected to the main support frame assembly which resembles a conventional hand truck structure; 3) an extendable handle assembly having a handle support tube which is anchored to the main support frame assembly; and 4) a dual foldable load assembly pivotally connected to the main support frame assembly. The extendable handle assembly includes a handle member telescopingly mounted within the handle support tube and movable from a compact storage position laterally of the handle support tube to a locked usage position. The dual foldable load assembly includes a luggage or large article support frame and a load support plate, both pivotally connected to a lower portion of the main support frame assembly. The load support plate is first pivotal to a position 90 degrees perpendicular to the main support frame assembly for carrying smaller loads thereon or gripping an edge portion of an article to be moved.

Abstract: A luggage trolley comprises a lower support member having a first and a second cup members respectively attached to the two ends thereof. A shaft member extends through the lower support member with a pair of wheels respectively mounted on the two ends thereof to rollingly support the lower support member on the ground. A pair of first tubular members are respectively insertedly received within the cup members and extending therefrom. A pair of extension members, each of which is constituted by a second and a third tubular members, are respectively telescopically inserted into the first tubular members. An upper support member is releasably mounted between the upper ends of the first tubular members so as to define a trunk loading area with the first tubular members and the lower support member.

Abstract: The invention is a collapsible luggage cart for hauling luggage items across a floor. The luggage cart includes a handle, a carrying platform for receiving the luggage items, and a hinge which is used to connect the carrying platform to the handle so that the carrying platform is pivotal between a fully raised position wherein the carrying platform is generally parallel to the handle, and a fully lowered position wherein the carrying platform is generally perpendicular to the handle. Means are provided for supporting the luggage cart assembly in a vertical position with respect to the floor when the carrying platform is in either the fully raised position or the fully lowered position.

Abstract: A convertible bulk hand truck with a lift off table is described which has a foldable linkage and structure that is adjustable between folded and unfolded positions to define either a two wheeled dolly device or a four wheeled platform cart with or without a table assembly and the foldable subframe has a table rest and the main frame has a toe plate or load support nose that is disposed vertically when the subframe is vertically positioned such that the subframe and toe plate are arranged to receive and support opposite ends of a lift off table assembly on the bulk hand truck for positioning a table top thereon in generally vertically spaced parallelism with the main frame of the convertible bulk hand truck when in its four wheeled platform cart position.

Abstract: A retractable luggage handle mounting assembly including two sleeves, a top mounting frame and a bottom mounting frame fixed to a luggage to hold the sleeves, and a handle bar having two opposite ends coupled with a respective stop rod, each sleeve having a locating bushing and a neck portion at different elevations to limit the vertical moving range of the handle bar, the stop rod having a sloping surface portion near the top end, which fits into the tapered bottom opening of the respective locating bushing to hold the handle bar in the operative position when the handle bar is pulled out of the sleeves, and a spring supported steel ball near the bottom end which stops below the neck portion of either sleeve to retain the handle bar in the collapsed position.

Abstract: A new and improved folding utility cart apparatus includes a vertical support assembly which includes a top portion adapted to serve as a handle, a middle portion, and a bottom portion. A pair of wheels are connected to the bottom portion of the vertical support assembly. A container support assembly is rotatably connected to the bottom portion of the vertical support assembly. A limit assembly is connected between the vertical support assembly and the container support assembly, for limiting rotation of the container support assembly around the bottom portion of the vertical support assembly. A container top guide assembly is rotatably supported by the middle portion of the vertical support assembly. The container top guide assembly includes a first lever arm portion, a fulcrum portion, a second lever arm portion, and a guide ring. A spring assembly is connected between the top portion of the vertical support assembly and the first lever arm portion of the container top guide assembly.

Abstract: A handcart includes a pair of wheels mounted on an axle, a pair of lower tubes mounted on the axle, a pair of upper tubes telescopically received in the pair of lower tubes, and a holding assembly mounted on the pair of lower tubes to hold a baggage container. The holding assembly includes a lower holding member mounted to a lower portion of the pair of lower tubes, a sleeve mounted to a mediate portion of the pair of lower tubes and slidable along the lower tubes, an upper holding member extending from the sleeve for holding the baggage container between the lower and upper holding members, a handle extending upward from the upper holding member and having an elongate hole extending vertically, a stop member mounted to an upper portion of the pair of lower tubes and having a pin extending outward into the elongate hole, and a spring mounted around each of the lower tubes between the stop member and the sleeve.

Abstract: The flexible cargo container of this cart partially deflects inside-out as the cart truss supporting it changes orientation pivoting on wheels rotatably mounted at the aft lower extremity of downwardly projecting support struts to serve as a chair. Leg supports providing static stability are pivotably mounted to extend forward thereby resisting tipping moments about the wheel axle with payload located intermediate thereto. Rotation of the forward end of the cart upwardly and rearwardly brings the rearward upper connect strut in contact with the support surface exposing the underside of the flexible container inverted to concavity, resulting in a chair of supine positioning. Support struts making up the truss fold about pivotable connections yielding a non-use flat geometry for storage. Snap releasable interconnections dissociate struts from the truss in further disassembly.

Abstract: An improved baggage barrow, of which the retaining handle is mounted on the upper ends of two lower segment rods; the retaining handle is slidably mounted with a movable fastening member; the fastening member has two ball-shaped retainers to mate with two corresponding round holes on the lower segment rods and the upper segment rods so as to fix the upper segment rods when pulled out in place; the baggage barrow can be reduced in size simply by lifting the fastening member to have the ball-shaped retainers disengaged from the round holes of the upper segment rods, and then the upper segment rods can automatically be retracted in the lower segment rods. The stub tube at the lower part of each of the lower segment rods has a bead, which provides a retaining and positioning function upon opening the carriage frame; the baggage barrow is simple in operation, and the barrow can stand steadily without falling down.

Abstract: A container for holding assorted items includes a rack, a compartment having a rear face and connected to the rack, a flange member extending from the rack which can pivot flat against the rear face of the compartment, and a wheel mounted on the flange member which can pivot with the flange member against the rear face of the compartment, to conserve space and prevent unwanted rolling of the container. The compartment is preferably an elongated, hollow cube, and a plurality of such compartments may be provided, one on top of the other, for the segregated retention of items. The rack preferably includes an essentially inverted U-shaped tube having a cross-segment and two parallel side segments. The compartment top and bottom faces have rack receiving ports for receiving the side segments of the rack. The side segments are each formed of multiple link portions removably connected together.

Abstract: A two wheeled vehicle which is utilized to receive a elasticized cloth laundry bag which in turn is used to receive linen and other washables from hospitals, nursing homes, other healthcare facilities and the like. The wheeled vehicle is collapsible for storage and has a unique cover to allow an open bag receptacle to be covered when not in immediate use and has a unique hinge assembly.A two wheeled vehicle which is utilized to receive a plastic trash bag which in turn is used to receive and store household trash and garbage. The wheeled vehicle has a unique cover with vinyl foam tape attached along the periphery of the underside of the cover so that odors from trash and garbage stored therein are unable to escape from the plastic trash bag.

Abstract: A collapsible cart apparatus (10) for transporting a golf bag (100) and a cooler (150); wherein, the cart apparatus (10) comprises a pivoted framework unit (12) mounted on a wheel assembly unit (11) and having a golf bag support unit (13) and a cooler support unit (14) disposed in such a manner that the golf bag (100) overlies the cooler (150) in the operative mode of disposition of the cart apparatus (10).

Abstract: A recycling bin cart having a pair of wheels and rigid vertical support coupled to at least two horizontally supported shelves sized and spaced apart to receive recycling bins with the lower shelf being located close to the ground. The cart is used to transport recycling bins containing different segregated trash such as newspapers is used to reduce the lifting of the recycling bins for people who are physically impaired. The device may be folded when not in use in a collapsed position and also may be covered aesthetically for use in the home or apartment by a decorative covering while still being used for collecting individual segregated trash items.

Abstract: A multipurpose recreational cart comprised of a round barrel shaped body, a handle for pushing or pulling the cart, a lid opening to expose the interior of the barrel and a chair pivotally connected in the interior of the barrel such that when the lid is opened a chair is exposed.

Abstract: A luggage cart including a pair of spaced wheels mounted on an axle. An upright frame and bracket means mounting the upright frame on the axle. The improvement comprising a luggage platform swingably supported on the axle in operative assembly therewith. A synthetic plastic latch bar pivotally mounted at one end on the luggage platform enabling the latch bar to be moved from a horizontal position to an upright position and vice-versa. A pivot structure between one end of the latch bar and the luggage platform enabling the latch bar to be swung from its horizontal platform latching position to its upright inoperative storage position. A latch structure adjacent a free end of the latch bar remotely located from the pivot structure for latched engagement with the frame when the latch bar is in its horizontal position for securing the swingable luggage platform in its horizontal luggage receiving position.

Abstract: A portable carrier comprises frames such as a handle frame defined by a handlebar and a pair of parallel handlebar tubes, and a luggage frame defined by a front tube and a pair of parallel side-tubes; where the frames are connected by a pivoting mechanism and snapped together by a fastening mechanism, so that the luggage frame can be readily unfolded from, or folded to, the handle frame. Both the tails of the two parallel side-tubes of the luggage frame are folded into a U-shape, and then a beam is fixed on each of the U-shaped tails. A supporting rod is fixed on and between the beams. Each of the handlebar tubes, at the lower end, are pivotally connected on the supporting rod. An axle is fitted to the U-shaped tails at a spot near the center of the tails. The axle protrudes from each of the tails so as to rotationally mount a wheel respectively, while the axle and the tails are fitted statically with no relative motion there-between.

Abstract: A multi-purpose hand truck having an elongated frame (1) possessing at one end two wheels (9) as well as toe plate (7) projecting at approximately 90.degree. from the frame, and at the other end possessing a handle arrangement (3); in a further refinement the truck can be converted into a utility table by means of a table top (10) and a support stand (5) which are attached to the frame (1). The table top (10) is on the one hand preferentially pivotably attached to the support stand (5) and on the other hand it pivots and is guided longitudinally in the side members (2) of the frame (1). For this purpose trunnions (14) projecting transversely from the table top (10) engage in grooves (15) on the inner surfaces of the side members (2). When the table top (10) is folded out, the toe plate (7) can be pivoted through the frame (1) into a horizontal position (7") so that its underside faces upwards.

Abstract: A cart for transporting objects onto beaches or other soft surfaces. The cart comprises a frame, a pivotable support platform, and at least two wheels. The frame includes a pair of elongated side rail members each having an upper end portion including a handle extending therebetween and a lower end portion through which an axle passes. The pair of wheels is mounted on the axle. The pivotable support platform comprises a generally planar plastic member having a pair of sides. A pair of pivot rods are provided to establish a horizontal pivot axis. The rods are coupled to the sides of the platform to enable it to be pivoted about that axis from a storage position wherein the platform is substantially flush with the frame to an operative position wherein the platform extends substantially perpendicularly to the frame. The platform includes a pair of cantilever brackets disposed therebelow and integrally molded therewith.

Abstract: A hand-propelled cart assembly for use in support of activities such as picnicking or beach-going includes a separable wheeled frame having an upright section comprising upper and lower portions. A foldable shelf member on the lower portion supports a cooler chest and is provided with elements precluding lateral shifting of the chest during movement of the cart. A pair of swingable arms on the lower portion accommodate one or more seating members such as folding chairs while receiver elements retain an umbrella and drink receptacles. The upper portion of the upright section supports a container having a fold down serving shelf adjacent an accessory panel presenting a radio, thermometer, clock and the like. A further receptacle, in the form of a closable bag is affixed behind the container. All components supported on the framework are individually removable and separately carried while the wheels may be likewise removed whereupon the cart is collapsed and folded for ease of transport, as in a vehicle trunk.

Abstract: A hand truck comprising a main frame which is supported by a plurality of wheels on one end and has a handle on the other end is disclosed. The main frame is provided with platforms which extend the load bearing surface of the main frame. Each of the platforms is provided with side members which extend outwardly from the surface of said platforms. Each of the side members in turn have a toe plate extension which is adapted to engage and attach to a toe plate which extends outwardly from the main frame on the side opposite from where the wheels are supported. The platforms, the side members, the toe plate and the toe plate extensions combine to form a three-sided load carrying compartment for handling bulky freight such as loaf bread and the like. Swivel rollers may be provided on the underside of the toe plate for allowing lateral movement of the hand truck.

Abstract: A shopping cart that utilizes two pivotably connected tubular frames, each frame having two spaced apart legs with an axle carrying wheels extended between them. These frames are pivotably connected in a way which permits the movable frame to be tilted backward thus lifting the front wheels of the cart, and making the cart capable of climbing stairs. When not in use, the whole cart can be easily folded in a space saving unit convenient for storage in a small closet or the like.

Abstract: A lawn debris accumulation and collection apparatus for facilitating the accumulation, collection, and bagging of outdoor debris comprises: a rear frame structure; a front guide-holder structure; a front wheel-support structure; and a plurality of joint locations for connecting common, adjacent elements of the apparatus. In particular, the frame structure includes a plurality of rear, side, upper, and lower straight members; the guide-holder structure includes a front annular member, a central cylindrical member, and rear vertical and horizontal members; the wheel-support structure includes a bottom straight member and wheels at the ends of such bottom straight member; and the plurality of joint locations includes means for mutually connecting at least one end of respective frame structure straight members to other straight members or to such guide-holder structure.

Abstract: A combination lawn debris receptacle-target apparatus for facilitating the accumulation, collection, and bagging of outdoor debris and which coverts to a recreational target comprises: a rear frame structure; a front guide-holder structure; a front wheel-support structure; and a plurality of joint locations for connecting adjacent elements of the apparatus. In particular, the rear frame structure includes: rear, central lower, and side upper and lower straight members; the guide-holder structure includes: upper and lower connecting straight members, and side U-shaped members; the wheel-support structure includes: a lower straight member and wheels at the ends of such lower straight member; and the plurality of joint locations includes: means for mutually connecting ends or other portions of apparatus members.

Abstract: A two-wheeled hand truck structure incorporates a primary frame, adapted in use to assume a vertically inclined position and having a forwardly projecting, load supporting, nose portion. The frame comprises an open framework with side rails connected by cross rails and at its upper end has a handle portion which can be grasped by the user to propel the truck. The cross rails comprise generally U-shaped plastic bars, each having a base wall portion, spaced apart opposing wall portions extending generally parallelly therefrom, and end wall portions integrally joining the base wall portion and opposing wall portions. Internal rib sections extend integrally from each base wall portion at angles one to another at spaced intervals over the length of the cross rails and integrally join with the opposing wall portions.

Abstract: A foldable dolly in which the arms are rotatably mounted to the frame preferably by means of interengaging sleeves formed with opposed ramps and opposed shoulders and positioned in relatively vertical alignment such that the ramps and shoulders of the first sleeve mate with the ramps and shoulders of the second sleeve. The sleeves are thereby found to permit rotation of the arms between a folded, collapsed position and an extended deployed position, while at the same time providing enhanced rigidity and stability of the arms at the extended, deployed position.

Abstract: A collapsible shopping cart where a specially made high rear traverse of the box, serves as a handle for the shopping cart. The legs of said handle are connected by means of rings with the usual traverse of the shopping cart and as a result, when the box is opened, said handle is placed above the traverse of the shopping cart, which increases its length and lightens the moving of the loaded shopping cart.

Abstract: A luggage cart of the type which unfolds from its storage into its luggage-carrying condition and vice versa, and in which the extending and collapsing handle is the principal space-saver, having the improvements of (1) a spring-biased detent to hold the handle in its extended position and a detent release to cause withdrawal of the detent preparatory to collapsing the handle, and (2) a novel plastic hinge to establish and support the luggage-carrying platform of the cart.

Abstract: The collapsible and slidable cart provides for the transport of articles on both horizontal and oblique surfaces. The cart includes a pair of spacially parallel support members, each having a handle portion at the upper end and a wheel mounted for rotation at the lower end. At least one tray member for supporting articles extends outwardly from and is rotationally connected to the support members. Lock means which permit or prevent the rotational movement of the parallel support members relative to the tray member provides the cart user with means to collapse the cart for storage. The parallel support members have a curved, outwardly extending lower end portion so that the wheels extend outwardly from the remaining upper length. The curved lower ends having a low friction contact surface permits the cart to be transported on oblique surfaces, such as stairs.

Abstract: An improved cart for personal use in transporting luggage about airports or the like, in which rotatable components on the luggage-supporting member in one position assist in bearing the weight of the luggage, and in another 180 degree rotated position help clamp the luggage-supporting member against the body of the cart to thereby provide and maintain a compact storage condition in the cart.