Patent Application
20220079311
Rolling suitcases that are small enough to carry on many airplanes are commonplace. Some rolling suitcases also have attached shoulder straps so that they can be carried as a backpack. However, these designs have certain limitations.
Embodiments of the present inventive concepts provide a luggage system that addresses the limitations of the conventional configurations.
In some embodiments, the luggage system can include a removable or detachable portion that can be mounted to a front of a rolling suitcase bag.
In some embodiments, the luggage system can include a removable or detachable portion that can be mounted to a rear of a rolling suitcase bag, opposite the front.
In some embodiments, the removable or detachable portion positioned at the front and/or back can be mounted to a suitcase unit that is not rolling.
In some embodiments, the system can include a checkpoint-friendly configuration per TSA regulations.
In some embodiments, a detachable backpack, briefcase, tote, or similar bag can be included in the system as the removable portion.
In some embodiments, the removable portion can be relatively smaller, and used separately from, and independently of, the larger, suitcase bag, when detached. For example, the removable portion can be taken to meetings or used to carry items when touring a destination location, without having to bring the entire suitcase along.
In some embodiments, a system incorporating the features of the present inventive concepts enables a traveler to travel with only one bag. The system is easier to manage by a traveler—leaving one hand free to attend to other items, or both hands free if the entire system is worn as a backpack
In some embodiments, a system incorporating the features of the present inventive concepts allows for passage through TSA security checkpoints in a more traveler-friendly procedure, that can be relatively quicker and easier.
In some embodiments, a system incorporating the features of the present inventive concepts allows for a single bag to be carried and stowed in an airplane, whether under the seat or in an overhead rack, in a manner that is relatively easier and simpler. In some embodiments, the system is configured to qualify as a carry-on bag, in view of United States' requirements for carry-on bags. In some embodiments, the system is configured to qualify as a carry-on bag, in view of international requirements for carry-on bags.
In some embodiments, a system incorporating the features of the present inventive concepts allows for the improvement of the one-bag travel experience for travelers, so that they can travel efficiently with a single, fairly small, carry-on piece of luggage.
As noted above, it would be helpful if the single piece of luggage could be separated at certain points along the journey, so that excursions to meetings or tourist sites could be accomplished in more traveler-friendly fashion, or so that items could be more readily accessed in flight.
In some embodiments, a luggage system is comprised of at least three detachable parts: 1. A “rear unit” or “suspension unit” which may include backpack straps and a compartment which can carry a computer, or a suit, or other fairly flat objects such as files, or may contain a handle or a shoulder strap or both so that when separated it can be carried as a briefcase or tote, 2. A “middle unit” or “suitcase unit” which can carry clothes, toiletries, and/or a variety of other objects, 3. A “front unit”, which, among other embodiments, can have quick-access pockets for storing items in an organized manner. The “rear unit” and the “front unit” can be independently attached or unattached to the “middle unit”. Once unattached from the “middle unit”, the “front unit” and the “back unit” can then be attached together, to form, among other embodiments, a smaller backpack or “daypack”, or alternatively, among other embodiments, a briefcase or tote. Alternatively, both the “front unit” and the “back unit” may be used independently (for example, the “back unit” can be used as a slim backpack that is constructed and arranged to carry a computer or other items. In some embodiments, the “front unit” can be constructed and arranged to independently be hung on an airplane seat to provide easy access to items (such as a tablet, book, headphones, etc., for example) during flight.
In some embodiments, a hip-belt can be included on the “suspension unit”. In some embodiments, the hip belt can be hidden or folded behind a padded panel designed to make the back of the wearer feel more comfortable when the backpack is worn. This hip-belt can then be pulled out from behind the panel by means of a loop attached to the hip-belt, making it easy to grab while wearing the pack, as opposed to currently available packs requiring a user to remove the pack in order to pull out the hip belt. This “pull out while wearing” feature is further enhanced by a crease in the hip belt on each side of the pack, so that, when the belt is stored, it folds to the correct location for the loop to be easily grabbed and pulled.
In some embodiments, a modular backpack comprises a first body, a second body and a third body. The first body comprises a backpack suspension, a first storage region and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism. The second body comprises a second storage region and a first portion of second attachment mechanism. The third body comprises a third storage region, a second portion of the first attachment mechanism and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism. In a first configuration mode, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism and first portion of the second attachment mechanism mate/couple. In a second configuration mode the first portion of the first attachment mechanism and the second portion of the first attachment mechanism mate/couple; and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism and the second portion of the second attachment mechanism mate/couple.
In some embodiments, a modular system comprises a first body, a second body and a third body. The first body includes a first section, a second section that is TSA compliant, a hinge/access zipper, and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism. The second body includes a second storage region and a first portion of second attachment mechanism. The third body includes a third storage region, a second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism. In a first configuration mode, a first portion of the first attachment mechanism and first portion of the second attachment mechanism mate/couple. In a second configuration mode, a first portion of the first attachment mechanism and the second portion of the first attachment mechanism mate/couple; and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism and the second portion of the second attachment mechanism mate/couple.
In some embodiments, a modular system comprises a first body, a second body and a third body. The first body includes a first storage region, a first portion of a first attachment mechanism. The first body has a first height. The second body includes a second storage region, a first portion of a second attachment mechanism. The second body has a second height. The third body includes a third storage region, a second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism. The third body is at a third height. In a first configuration mode, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism and first portion of the second attachment mechanism mate/couple. In a second configuration mod, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism and the second portion of the first attachment mechanism mate/couple, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism and the second portion of the second attachment mechanism mate/couple. The third height is greater than the first height.
In some embodiments, the first height is substantially similar to second height
In some embodiments, a wheel is positioned on an underside of the second body. In some embodiments, a handle extends from the second body.
In some embodiments, a backpack comprises: a first portion, a first exterior having a backpack suspension, and a first interior having a first region. The first region is constructed and arranged to store/hold/confine a laptop. The first region is “TSA compliant”, in some embodiments, devoid of metal snaps/zippers/buckles. The second portion includes a second interior that encompasses the first region on a second interior side. A hinge couples the first portion and the second portion. The hinge allows the first portion and the second portion to be opened to at least 180 degrees relative to each other. The second portion further comprises a second exterior side that, in turn, includes an attachment region. The attachment region is substantially planar and includes an attachment mechanism constructed and arranged to receive an additional body.
In some embodiments, the first region includes a laptop pocket. The laptop pocket can include, in various embodiments, a Velcro™ strap (non-metallic), a non-metallic zipper, or a three-sided, envelope, sleeve, pocket, or drawstring.
In some embodiments, the attachment mechanism comprises a zipper, clasps, straps, tension straps, snaps with buttons or Velcro straps.
In some embodiments, the hinge comprises a piece of material or a zipper or other suitable hinge configuration or material.
In some embodiments, an access zipper secures the first portion to the second portion. In some embodiments, the access zipper extends over sides and a top of the backpack
In some embodiments, the third body of the system further comprises attachment hooks/straps that are configured to hang the third body on a back of an airplane seat or tray.
In an aspect, a luggage system comprises a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism. A second body comprises: a second storage region; and a first portion of a second attachment mechanism. A third body comprises: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism. In a first configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism. In a second configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the second attachment mechanism.
In an embodiment, a spatial arrangement of the first portion of the first attachment mechanism matches a spatial arrangement of the first portion of the second attachment mechanism.
In an embodiment, a spatial arrangement of the first portion of the first attachment mechanism matches a spatial arrangement of the second portion of the first attachment mechanism.
In an embodiment, a spatial arrangement of the first portion of the second attachment mechanism matches a spatial arrangement of the second portion of the second attachment mechanism.
In an embodiment, the third body further comprises a front region and a rear region.
In an embodiment, the front region comprises the second portion of the second attachment mechanism.
In an embodiment, the rear region comprises the second portion of the first attachment mechanism.
In an embodiment, the front region and the rear region are positioned at opposite sides of the third body.
In an embodiment, wherein a bottom of the first body is at a first height relative to a lowermost position of the third body.
In an embodiment, a bottom of the second body is at a second height relative to the lowermost position of the third body wherein the first height is substantially similar to the second height.
In an embodiment, the third body comprises at least one wheel.
In an embodiment, the first height is at least half a diameter of the at least one wheel.
In an embodiment, the first height is selected so that the luggage system can roll on the at least one wheel when the first body is tilted 45 degrees.
In an embodiment, the first body further comprises: a first section constructed and arranged to store a computer in a TSA-approved manner such that it may be screened without being removed from the first section; a second section; a hinge that couples a proximal end of the first section to a proximal end of the second section; and an access mechanism that couples the distal end of the first section to the distal end of the second section.
In an embodiment, the hinge of the first body is constructed and arranged to rotate at least 180 degrees.
In an embodiment, the second section of the first body comprises a pocket constructed and arranged to store a computer
In an embodiment, the access mechanism comprises a zipper.
In an embodiment, the access mechanism secures the first section to the second section.
In an embodiment, the access mechanism couples the first section to the second section on three sides of the first body.
In an embodiment, the first body further comprises a side pocket.
In an embodiment, the side pocket comprises pleated walls.
In an embodiment, the first body is removably coupled to a first region of the third body.
In an embodiment, the second body is removably coupled to a second region of the third body.
In an embodiment, the first region of the third body is positioned opposite the second region of the first body.
In an embodiment, at least one of the first body, the second body, and the third body comprises at least one foot at a lower portion thereof.
In an embodiment, the at least one foot comprises a half-moon foot.
In an embodiment, the luggage system further comprises at least one compression strap.
In an embodiment, a first length of the at least one compression strap is adjustable.
In an embodiment, the luggage system further comprises at least one compression strap that extends under the third body at at least one side panel thereof.
In an embodiment, the first attachment mechanism comprises a zipper.
In an embodiment, the second attachment mechanism comprises a zipper.
In an embodiment, the first attachment mechanism comprises clips.
In an embodiment, the second attachment mechanism comprises clips.
In an embodiment, the first attachment mechanism comprises straps and buckles.
In an embodiment, the second attachment mechanism comprises straps and buckles.
In an embodiment, the first and second attachment zippers are shorter in length than the first and second access zippers.
In an embodiment, an alignment guide is positioned at a bottom of the first body, the second body, and the third body.
In an embodiment, the backpack suspension comprises at least one shoulder strap.
In an embodiment, the at least one shoulder strap is widest near a top of the first body.
In an embodiment, the at least one shoulder strap comprises a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion and the second portion are detachably coupled.
In an embodiment, the at least one of the first portion or the second portion comprises a distal end that is tapered.
In an embodiment, the first body comprises a shoulder strap stowaway compartment.
In an embodiment, the first body is configured as a briefcase.
In an embodiment, the backpack suspension comprises at least one hip strap.
In an embodiment, the backpack suspension further comprises a hip belt between the hip strap and the first storage region.
In an embodiment, the hip belt comprises a foam pad.
In an embodiment, the hip belt comprises at least one crease at which the hip belt can be folded and stored at a hip belt stowaway compartment.
In an embodiment, the hip belt further comprises a finger loop.
In an embodiment, the first body further comprises a foam back support.
In an embodiment, the first body comprises at least one foot.
In an embodiment, the first body comprises a first access mechanism constructed and arranged to allow access to the first storage region.
In an embodiment, the first access mechanism comprises a zipper.
In an embodiment, the zipper comprises a moisture-resistant zipper cover.
In an embodiment, the first body comprises a first expansion mechanism constructed and arranged to expand the first storage region.
In an embodiment, the first expansion mechanism comprises an expansion gusset.
In an embodiment, the first expansion mechanism comprises an expansion zipper.
In an embodiment, the first expansion mechanism comprises a mesh pocket.
In an embodiment, the first body comprises a composite or polyethylene board stiffener.
In an embodiment, the board stiffener comprises a composite material,
In an embodiment, the second body comprises at least one shoulder strap.
In an embodiment, the at least one shoulder strap comprises: a first portion, a proximal end of which is coupled to an upper region of the second body; and a second portion, a proximal end of which is coupled to a lower region of the second body.
In an embodiment, a distal end of the first portion of the at least one shoulder strap further comprises a first strip of one of hook and loop fasteners; and a distal end of the second portion of the at least one shoulder strap further comprises a second strip of the other of hook and loop fasteners.
In an embodiment, the first portion of the at least one shoulder strap has a first width at the proximal end thereof and has a second width at a distal end thereof, the first width being greater than the second width.
In an embodiment, the second body comprises at least one hip strap.
In an embodiment, the second body comprises at least one front pocket
In an embodiment, the at least one front pocket is constructed and arranged to store a clear TSA 3-1-1 bag.
In an embodiment, the second body comprises a compressible pad comprising foam or polyurethane foam.
In an embodiment, the second body comprises at least one hook-and-loop strap.
In an embodiment, the second body comprises at least one hook.
In an embodiment, the at least one hook comprises a composite material, a composite plastic material, or other suitable material.
In an embodiment, the second body comprises at least one pocket constructed and arranged to store the at least one hook.
In an embodiment, the second body further comprises at least one side pocket.
In an embodiment, the at least one side pocket is constructed and arranged to seal content from RFID frequencies.
In an embodiment, the third body comprises at least one wheel.
In an embodiment, the third body comprises at least one handle.
In an embodiment, the at least one handle comprises a retractable handle
In an embodiment, the at least one handle comprises multiple handles positioned at different sides of the third body.
In an embodiment, the at least one handle is positioned at a bottom of the third body.
In an embodiment, the at least one handle is positioned at a top of the third body.
In an embodiment, the at least one handle is positioned at a side of the third body.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism. A second body, comprises: a second storage region; and a first portion of a second attachment mechanism. A third body comprises: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism. The first body is removably coupled to a first region of the third body by the first attachment mechanism. The second body is removably coupled to a second region of third body, wherein the second region of the third body is opposite the first region of the third body.
In an embodiment, the third body includes a top surface, a bottom surface, a left side surface, a right side surface, a front surface and a rear surface, and wherein the first body is positioned at the rear surface of the third body and the second body is positioned at a front surface of the third body.
In an embodiment, in a first configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism; and in a second configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the second attachment mechanism.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body comprising: a first storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism. A second body comprises: a second storage region; and a first portion of second attachment mechanism. A third body comprises: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein a bottom of the first body is at a first height relative to a lowermost position of the third body.
In an embodiment, a bottom of the second body is at a second height relative to the lowermost position of the third body wherein the first height is substantially similar to the second height.
In an embodiment, the third body comprises at least one wheel.
In an embodiment, the first height is at least half a diameter of the at least one wheel.
In an embodiment, the first height is selected so that the luggage system can roll on the at least one wheel when the first body is tilted 45 degrees.
In an aspect, a backpack comprises a first portion, comprising: a first exterior, comprising a backpack suspension; and a first interior, comprising a first region constructed and arranged to store a computer in a TSA-approved manner such that it may be screened without being removed from the first region. A second portion comprises: a second interior encompassing the first region on the second interior side; a hinge coupling the first portion and the second portion, the hinge being constructed and arranged to allow the first portion and the second portion to be opened at least 180 degrees relative to each other; and a second exterior side, comprising an attachment region, wherein the attachment region is substantially planar, and wherein the attachment region comprises an attachment mechanism constructed and arranged to receive an additional body.
In an aspect, a bag comprises: a front face; a rear face; a first storage region between the front face and the rear face; an access mechanism constructed and arranged to allow access to the first storage region; a suspension mechanism constructed and arranged to secure the bag to an airplane seat tray; a pocket at the front face, the pocket including a pocket access mechanism constructed and arranged to open a pocket flap to allow access to in inner region of the pocket when the pocket access mechanism is in an open position; and a support mechanism that supports the pocket flap in the open position in a direction that is transverse the front face.
In an embodiment, the suspension mechanism further comprises first and second hooks that extend from the rear face, the hooks dimensioned to interface with an end of an airplane seat tray.
In an embodiment, the suspension mechanism further comprises at least one strap, the at least one strap comprising: a first portion, a proximal end of which is coupled to an upper region of the bag; and a second portion, a proximal end of which is coupled to a lower region of the bag.
In an embodiment, a distal end of the first portion of the at least one strap further comprises a first strip of one of hook and loop fasteners; and a distal end of the second portion of the at least one strap further comprises a second strip of the other of hook and loop fasteners.
In an embodiment, the first portion of the at least one shoulder strap has a first width at the proximal end thereof and has a second width at a distal end thereof, the first width being greater than the second width.
In an embodiment, the access mechanism comprises a zipper.
In an embodiment, the support mechanism comprises at least one strap coupled at a first end to the inner region of the pocket and coupled at a second end to the pocket flap.
In an aspect, a bag comprises: a front face; a rear face; a first side face comprising a first side pocket; a second side face; a top face; a bottom face comprising a rigid base; a storage region between the front face, the rear face, the first side face, the second side face, the top face and the bottom face; an access mechanism constructed and arranged to allow access to the storage region; four wheels coupled to the bottom face; and an expansion mechanism constructed and arranged to expand the storage region.
In some embodiments, the expansion mechanism comprises an expansion gusset.
In some embodiments, the expansion mechanism comprises an expansion zipper.
In some embodiments, the second side face comprises a second side pocket.
In some embodiments, the rigid base limits movement of the positions of the wheels relative to each other.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first body storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism; a second body, comprising: a second body storage region; and a first portion of a second attachment mechanism; and a third body, comprising: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein: in a first configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism; and in a second configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein the third body comprises an expansion mechanism constructed and arranged to expand the third storage region, wherein the third body comprises a side pocket.
In some embodiments, the expansion mechanism of the third body comprises an expansion gusset.
In some embodiments, the expansion mechanism comprises of the third body an expansion zipper.
In some embodiments, the third body comprises a rigid base.
In some embodiments, the third body further comprises four wheels coupled to the rigid base of the third body and wherein the rigid base limits movement of the positions of the wheels relative to each other.
In an aspect, a system, comprises: a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism; a second body, comprising: a second storage region; and a first portion of a second attachment mechanism; and a third body, comprising: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein: in a first configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism; and in a second configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein the first attachment mechanism comprises a first zipper, the first zipper comprising a first zipper pull, wherein the second attachment mechanism comprises a second zipper, the second zipper comprising a second zipper pull, wherein at least one of the first attachment mechanism or the second attachment mechanism comprises a catch configured to retain the respective first or second zipper pull.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a loop.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a rigid material.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a flexible material.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises an elastic material.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a U-shape.
In some embodiments, the first body comprises a stabilization clip and the second body comprises a stabilization clip, the stabilization clip of the first body being constructed and arranged to couple with the stabilization clip of the second body.
In some embodiments, the first body comprises a stabilization clip and the third body comprises a stabilization clip, the stabilization clip of the first body being constructed and arranged to couple with the stabilization clip of the third body.
In some embodiments, the second body comprises a stabilization clip and the third body comprises a stabilization clip, the stabilization clip of the second body being constructed and arranged to couple with the stabilization clip of the third body.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body, comprising: a first storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism; a second body, comprising: a second storage region; and a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; wherein in a secured configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and in an open configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is separated from the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, wherein the first attachment mechanism comprises a first zipper, the first zipper comprising a first zipper pull, and wherein first attachment mechanism comprises a catch configured to retain the respective first zipper pull.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a loop.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a rigid material.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a flexible material.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises an elastic material.
In some embodiments, the catch comprises a U-shape.
In some embodiments, the first body comprises a stabilization clip and the second body comprises a stabilization clip, the stabilization clip of the first body being constructed and arranged to couple with the stabilization clip of the second body.
In some embodiments, the first body further comprises a backpack suspension.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first storage region; and a first portion of a first attachment mechanism; a second body, comprising: a second storage region; and a first portion of a second attachment mechanism; and a third body, comprising: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein: in a first configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism; and in a second configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein the first body comprises an expansion mechanism constructed and arranged to expand the first storage region.
In some embodiments, the expansion mechanism comprises an expansion gusset.
In some embodiments, the expansion mechanism comprises an expansion zipper.
In an aspect, a bag comprises: a front face; a rear face, comprising: a first lower corner; a second lower corner; a first slot at an upper region of the rear face; a second slot at an upper region of the rear face; and an attachment position, the attachment position being at a horizontal position on the rear face that is between a first horizontal position of the first lower corner and a second horizontal position of the second lower corner; a storage region between the front face and the rear face; an access mechanism constructed and arranged to allow access to the storage region; and a strap comprising a first end and a second end, the first end of the strap being coupled to the first lower corner of the rear face and the second end of the strap being coupled to the second lower corner of the rear face, wherein the strap passes through the first slot and the second slot and is removably coupled to the attachment position of the rear face.
In some embodiments, the bag is configured as backpack.
In some embodiments, the strap is decoupled from the attachment position of the rear face and is configured as an over-the-shoulder bag.
In some embodiments, the over-the-shoulder bag comprises at least one of a messenger bag, a purse or a satchel.
In some embodiments, the bag further comprises a clip configured to removably couple the strap to the attachment position.
In some embodiments, the length of the strap is dimensioned to interface with an airplane seat tray.
In some embodiments, the bag further comprises at least one cam coupled to the strap, the at least one cam being configured to adjust a length of of the strap.
In an aspect a bag comprises: a front face; a rear face, comprising: a first lower corner; a second lower corner; a first slot at an upper region of the rear face; a second slot at an upper region of the rear face; and an attachment position, the attachment position being at a horizontal position on the rear face that is between a first horizontal position of the first lower corner and a second horizontal position of the second lower corner; a storage region between the front face and the rear face; an access mechanism constructed and arranged to allow access to the storage region; and a strap comprising a first end and a second end, the first end of the strap being coupled to the first lower corner of the rear face and the second end of the strap being coupled to the second lower corner of the rear face, wherein: in a first configuration, the strap passes through the first slot and the second slot and is removably coupled to the attachment position of the rear face; and in a second configuration, the strap passes through the first slot and the second slot.
In some embodiments, in the first configuration, the bag is configured as backpack.
In some embodiments, in the second configuration, the bag is configured as an over-the-shoulder bag.
In some embodiments, the over-the-shoulder bag comprises at least one of a messenger bag, a purse or a satchel.
In some embodiments, the bag further comprises a clip configured to removably couple the strap to the attachment position.
In some embodiments, the length of the strap is dimensioned to interface with an airplane seat tray.
In some embodiments, the bag further comprises at least one cam coupled to the strap, the at least one cam being configured to adjust a length of of the strap.
In an aspect, a bag comprises: a front face; a rear face; a first side face, comprising: at least one loop that extends from the first side face; and a pocket; a second side face; a storage region between the front face, the rear face, the first side face, and the second side face; an access mechanism constructed and arranged to allow access to the storage region; and a bottle holder comprising a sleeve constructed and arranged to secure a bottle, wherein the bottle holder is configured to be stored in the pocket of the first side face.
In some embodiments, the bottle holder further comprises: at least one strap configured to support and secure a bottle; and at least one clip configured to couple to a corresponding at least one loop of the first side face thereby securing the position of the bottle holder,
In some embodiments, the bottle holder sleeve is coupled to the bag along a vertical seam permitting the bottle holder to rotate relative to the bag along a vertical axis of the bag.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first storage region; a first portion of a first attachment mechanism; and a cover coupled to a rear face of the first body, the cover comprising at least one strap, the at least one strap comprising a first end and a second end, the first end being coupled to the cover and the second end being coupled to a one of a hook or loop; a second body, comprising: a second storage region; a first portion of a second attachment mechanism; and at least one other of a hook or loop extending from a surface of the second body; and a third body, comprising: a third storage region; a second portion of the first attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein: in a first configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism; and in a second configuration, the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the first attachment mechanism, and the first portion of the second attachment mechanism is coupled to the second portion of the second attachment mechanism, wherein the cover is configured to be extended under the bottom of the first body and the second body so that the at least one of the hook or loop of the cover of the first body is coupled to a corresponding other of the hook or loop of the second body.
In some embodiments, the cover is further configured to be extended under the third body.
In an aspect, a system comprises: a first body, comprising: a backpack suspension; a first storage region; a first portion of a first attachment mechanism; and a cover coupled to a rear face of the first body, the cover comprising a first portion of a retaining mechanism; a second body, comprising: a second storage region; a first portion of a second attachment mechanism; and a second portion of the retaining mechanism of the cover of the first body; and wherein, when the first portion of the first attachment mechanism is coupled to the first portion of the second attachment mechanism, the cover is configured to be folded under the bottom of the first body and the second body and secured to the second body by the retaining mechanism.
In some embodiments, first portion of the retaining mechanism comprises a hook and the second portion of the retaining mechanism comprises a loop.
In some embodiments, first portion of the retaining mechanism comprises a loop and the second portion of the retaining mechanism comprises a hook.
In some embodiments, retaining mechanism comprises at least one of interlocking mechanical features, buttons, clasp, clamp, and hook and loop fastener.
In an aspect, a bag comprises: a backpack suspension; a storage region; a cover coupled to a rear face of the bag, the cover comprising at least one hook; and at least one loop extending from a surface of the bag, wherein: in a first configuration, the cover is configured to cover a rear face of the bag; and in a second configuration, the cover is configured to be folded under the bottom of the bag and the at least one hook coupled to a corresponding at least one loop.
The foregoing and other objects, features and advantages of embodiments of the present inventive concepts will be apparent from the more particular description of embodiments, as illustrated in the accompanying drawings in which like reference characters refer to the same elements throughout the different views. The drawings are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon illustrating the principles of the embodiments.
FIG. 1A1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a luggage system in accordance with the present inventive concepts.
FIG. 1A2 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a suitcase unit and a daypack unit in accordance with the present inventive concepts.
FIG. 1B1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the first body and the third body in accordance with the present inventive concepts.
FIG. 1B2 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the second body and the third body in accordance with the present inventive concepts.
Reference will now be made in detail to the present embodiments of the technology, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Similar reference numbers may be used to refer to similar components. However, the description is not intended to limit the present disclosure to particular embodiments, and it should be construed as including various modifications, equivalents, and/or alternatives of the embodiments described herein.
It will be understood that the words “comprising” (and any form of comprising, such as “comprise” and “comprises”), “having” (and any form of having, such as “have” and “has”), “including” (and any form of including, such as “includes” and “include”) or “containing” (and any form of containing, such as “contains” and “contain”) when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
It will be further understood that, although the terms first, second, third etc. may be used herein to describe various limitations, elements, components, regions, layers and/or sections, these limitations, elements, components, regions, layers and/or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one limitation, element, component, region, layer or section from another limitation, element, component, region, layer or section. Thus, a first limitation, element, component, region, layer or section discussed below could be termed a second limitation, element, component, region, layer or section without departing from the teachings of the present application.
It will be further understood that when an element is referred to as being “on”, “attached”, “connected” or “coupled” to another element, it can be directly on or above, or connected or coupled to, the other element, or one or more intervening elements can be present. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being “directly on”, “directly attached”, “directly connected” or “directly coupled” to another element, there are no intervening elements present. Other words used to describe the relationship between elements should be interpreted in a like fashion (e.g. “between” versus “directly between,” “adjacent” versus “directly adjacent,” etc.).
It will be further understood that when a first element is referred to as being “in”, “on” and/or “within” a second element, the first element can be positioned: within an internal space of the second element, within a portion of the second element (e.g. within a wall of the second element); positioned on an external and/or internal surface of the second element; and combinations of one or more of these.
As used herein, the term “proximate” shall include locations relatively close to, on, in and/or within a referenced component, anatomical location, or other location.
Spatially relative terms, such as “beneath,” “below,” “lower,” “above,” “upper” and the like may be used to describe an element and/or feature's relationship to another element(s) and/or feature(s) as, for example, illustrated in the figures. It will be further understood that the spatially relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use and/or operation in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. For example, if the device in a figure is turned over, elements described as “below” and/or “beneath” other elements or features would then be oriented “above” the other elements or features. The device can be otherwise oriented (e.g. rotated 90 degrees or at other orientations) and the spatially relative descriptors used herein interpreted accordingly.
The terms “reduce”, “reducing”, “reduction” and the like, where used herein, are to include a reduction in a quantity, including a reduction to zero. Reducing the likelihood of an occurrence shall include prevention of the occurrence.
The term “and/or” where used herein is to be taken as specific disclosure of each of the two specified features or components with or without the other. For example, “A and/or B” is to be taken as specific disclosure of each of (i) A, (ii) B and (iii) A and B, just as if each is set out individually herein.
In this specification, unless explicitly stated otherwise, “and” can mean “or,” and “or” can mean “and.” For example, if a feature is described as having A, B, or C, the feature can have A, B, and C, or any combination of A, B, and C. Similarly, if a feature is described as having A, B, and C, the feature can have only one or two of A, B, or C.
The expression “configured (or set) to” used in the present disclosure may be used interchangeably with, for example, the expressions “suitable for”, “having the capacity to”, “designed to”, “adapted to”, “made to” and “capable of” according to a situation. The expression “configured (or set) to” does not mean only “specifically designed to” in hardware. Alternatively, in some situations, the expression “a device configured to” may mean that the device “can” operate together with another device or component.
It is appreciated that certain features of the disclosure, which are, for clarity, described in the context of separate embodiments, may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features of the disclosure which are, for brevity, described in the context of a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in any suitable sub-combination. For example, it will be appreciated that all features set out in any of the claims (whether independent or dependent) can be combined in any given way.
It is to be understood that at least some of the figures and descriptions of the disclosure have been simplified to focus on elements that are relevant for a clear understanding of the disclosure, while eliminating, for purposes of clarity, other elements that those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate may also comprise a portion of the disclosure. However, because such elements are well known in the art, and because they do not necessarily facilitate a better understanding of the disclosure, a description of such elements is not provided herein.
Terms defined in the present disclosure are only used for describing specific embodiments of the present disclosure and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. Terms provided in singular forms are intended to include plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. All of the terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meanings as those generally understood by an ordinary person skilled in the related art, unless otherwise defined herein. Terms defined in a generally used dictionary should be interpreted as having meanings that are the same as or similar to the contextual meanings of the relevant technology and should not be interpreted as having ideal or exaggerated meanings, unless expressly so defined herein. In some cases, terms defined in the present disclosure should not be interpreted to exclude the embodiments of the present disclosure.
In some embodiments, the first body 100 is removably coupled to a rear region of the third body 300 via a first attachment mechanism 400. In some embodiments, the second body 200 is removably coupled to a front region of the third body 300 via a second attachment mechanism 450. In some embodiments, the front region and the rear region are positioned on opposite sides of the third body 300.
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In some embodiments, the second body 200 comprises a second storage region 220 (not shown in
In some embodiments, the third body 300 comprises a third storage region 320, a second portion 420 of the first attachment mechanism 400, and a second portion 470 of the second attachment mechanism 450. In the embodiment shown in
The at least one handle 315 may be retractable. In some embodiments, the at least one handle 315 may extend and retract by way of a telescoping mechanism. In some embodiments, the third body 300 is absent a handle. In some embodiments, the at least one handle 315 is fixed and non-retractable. In some embodiments, the third body 300 comprises handles 315 positioned at side portions of the third body 300, for example at opposite side portions. In some embodiments, an access cover is provided to cover the at least one handle 315, when retracted. In such an embodiment, the access cover comprises a zipper or similar access mechanism for accessing the handle 315.
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By configuring the first and second attachment mechanisms 400, 450 to be the same size, shape or length, a modular system can be provided. In the embodiment shown in the side view of
Once separated, the first body 100 can be coupled directly to the second body 200. In particular, the first portion 410 of the first attachment mechanism 400 is configured to couple to the first portion 460 of the second attachment mechanism 450. In a case where the first and second attachment mechanisms 400, 450 comprise zippers, the first portion 410 of the first attachment mechanism 400 may include a zipper slider and zipper retainer box, while the second portion 420 of the first attachment mechanism 400 may include a zipper pin that mates with the zipper slider and zipper retainer box of the first portion 410 of the first attachment mechanism 400. Similarly, the first portion 460 of the second attachment mechanism 450 may include a zipper pin, while the second portion 470 of the second attachment mechanism 450 may include a mating zipper slider and zipper retainer box that corresponds to the first portion 460 of the second attachment mechanism 450. As shown in FIG. 1A2, as a result, the first body 100 can be coupled directly to the second body 200. In this example, the coupled first body 100 and second body 200 provide a daypack configuration, with the first body 100 providing the utility of a full suspension 110 along with a first pack volume at the first storage region 120, and with the second body 200 providing a second pack volume at the second storage region 220.
To accommodate this arrangement, the geometries of the first and second portions 410, 420 of the first attachment mechanism 400 and the geometries of the first and second portions 460, 470 of the second attachment mechanism 450 are arranged to match. In the case of the first and second attachment mechanisms being in the form of zippers, the matching zippers can be configured to have corresponding positional geometries, corresponding lengths, mating zipper teeth, and the like.
In some embodiments, the zipper tape of each of the first and second portions 410, 420, 460, 470 is coupled to portions of respective bodies 100, 200, 300 so that the zipper teeth extend in a direction away from the body 100, 200, 300 to which it is coupled, for mating with zipper teeth of a corresponding portion of a corresponding body 100, 200, 300. In some embodiments the zipper tape is coupled to the body 100, 200, 300 so that the zipper teeth extend in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the body 100, 200, 300.
FIGS. 1B1 and 1B2 are perspective views of examples of matching zipper geometries for the first and second portions 410, 420 of the first attachment mechanism 400 and the first and second portions 460, 470 of the second attachment mechanism 450 in accordance with an embodiment of the present inventive concepts. In this example embodiment, the zippers of each of the first and second attachment mechanisms 400, 450 comprise a single zipper. The first and second portions 410, 420 of the first attachment mechanism 400 and the first and second portions 460, 470 of the second attachment mechanism 450 are coupled to the respective bodies in a generally arched-shaped, or upside-down-U-shaped, configuration. The right-side legs of each zipper portion 410, 420, 460, 470 have the same height Hz1 and the left-side legs of each portion 410, 420, 460, 470 have the same height Hz2. In some embodiments, the heights of the right-side legs Hz1 and the heights of the left-side legs Hz2 are in turn equal to each other, i.e., Hz1=Hz2. In addition, the horizontal portions of each zipper portion 410, 420, 460, 470 have the same width Wz.
By configuring the portions 410, 420, 460, 470 of the attachment mechanisms 400, 450 to have similar geometries, the first and second bodies 100, 200 can be separated from the third body 300 and re-attached to each other, as shown in FIG. 1A2.
Other configurations of the attachment mechanisms are equally applicable to the principles of the present inventive concepts.
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As described herein, the front 200 and back 100 units can each be independently attached to the suitcase unit 300, creating an integrated unit that can be carried as a single piece, for example carried by the suspension 110 as a single piece. Alternatively, the front 200 and back 100 units can be separated from the suitcase unit 300 and joined together by the first portion 410 of the first attachment mechanism 400 and the first portion 460 of the second attachment mechanism 450 create a backpack, which can be used and worn independent of the suitcase unit 300, as described herein at least in connection with the embodiments of FIGS. 1A2 and 5-7. Note also that both the front unit 200 and the back unit 100 could also be used independently of each other, so that the system can be deployed as three separate, functional units 100, 200, 300, for example as illustrated at least in the embodiments of
In other embodiments, attachment mechanisms 400, 450 other than zippers can be employed. For example attachment mechanisms 400, 450 in the form of such as clasps, levers, straps, and the like, or other suitable mechanisms for removably coupling the first, second and third bodies 100, 200, 300 can be employed. In such a configuration, by configuring the positions of the mating attachment mechanisms 400, 450 to be of the same configuration, geometry, and/or position for each portion, a modular system can be provided.
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In some embodiments, the back panel 170 may comprise a polyurethane (PU) foam insert. In other embodiments, the back panel 170 may comprise another suitable foam, synthetic, or natural material. The thickness of the back panel may be selected based on desired comfort or desired profile. In some embodiments, the shoulder straps 140 may be detached from the hip strap 160 or hip belt 150, and the entire suspension 110 can be tucked behind the back panel 170 at pockets 142 and hip belt passage 165 (see
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In some embodiments, one or more zippers of the first body 100 are covered with a zipper cover. In some embodiments, one or more zippers of the second body 200 are covered with a zipper cover. In some embodiments, one or more zippers of the third body are covered with a zipper cover. In various embodiments, such zipper covers can operate to resist incidental water from entering the interior of the system through the zipper. In some embodiments, the luggage system 1000 comprises access mechanisms with water resistant shielding. In some embodiments, the luggage system 1000 comprises regions with bar-tack reinforcement to provide for increased durability.
In other embodiments, the first body 100 or second body 200 may be configured as a briefcase. In some embodiments, the first body 100 or second body 200 may be configured as a tote. In some embodiments, the first body 100 or second body 200 is configured as another type of bag or luggage.
As described herein, optional zippered side pockets 350 can be positioned on the suitcase unit 300. The side pockets 350 can be configured to store a variety of items. Optional front “quick access” pockets 240 at the outer face of the front unit 200, can be configured with helpful organizational compartments for storage and/or positioning of various items, including, for example, cell phones, battery chargers, umbrellas, sunglasses, iPads or other tablet devices, etc. In addition, wheels for rolling the suitcase unit 300, rear unit 100 or front unit may optionally be stored in the pockets 240, 350.
In some embodiments, the second body 200 comprises a second access mechanism 222 that provides access to the second storage region 220. In the embodiment shown in
In one advantageous aspect, the system 1000 can be sold in its entirety (e.g. all three units 100, 200, 300), or as individual components (e.g. just the suitcase 300, or just the front 200 or back 100 units.) A user can optionally pair different styles of front units 200 or back units 100 with the suitcase 300, for different types of trips. For example, a traveling pair can have a front unit 200 and back unit 100 that convert into a backpack, as shown herein, for trips one partner takes, and a separate front unit 200 and back unit 100 that would convert into a briefcase for trips the other partner would take, if the second partner prefers a briefcase to a daypack. Many other embodiments of this concept of selling separate front units or back units or suitcases are possible, such as use of different colors, fabrics, or other design features. For example, a front unit 200 can be configured with task-specific pockets, straps, attachments to carry for example, a skateboard, tennis racket, or other specialty item.
In some embodiments, the rear unit 100 comprises two shoulder straps 140. In other embodiments, the rear unit 100 comprises a single strap 140, so that it could be carried like a “messenger bag” or “cross-body bag”. In other embodiments features can be added to the straps 140. For example, a “sternum strap” 145 can be coupled between left and right shoulder straps 140a, 140b (see
According to the TSA (Transportation Security Administration), a backpack is to exhibit the following to be designated as “checkpoint friendly”, so that a computer can be screened without being removed from the bag:
For a bag to be considered checkpoint friendly it should meet the following standards: A designated laptop-only section
Embodiments of the rear unit 100 can incorporate the requirements of the checkpoint-friendly specifications, as partially shown in
In some embodiments described herein, the first body 100 is TSA checkpoint-friendly. In other embodiments, the second body 200 can be configured as TSA-checkpoint-friendly. In other embodiments, both the first body 100 and the second body 200 are TSA checkpoint-friendly.
In the present embodiment, the computer is to be stored in its laptop-only section of the rear unit 100 in a way that it avoid occupying the bottom 1.5 inches of the rear unit 100. This will permit the computer to be viewed by the TSA screening technology in an unobstructed way when it is folded out. If the computer were to be stored at a position lower in the compartment, that is, lower than 1.5 inches from the bottom part of the computer would be obscured from the screening device by the suitcase unit 300, after the rear unit was unfolded.
In some embodiments, a clearance is present between the attachment mechanism that couples the first body 100 to the third body 300 and the at least one wheel 310.
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In some embodiments, each strap 140 comprises at least one sternum strap pocket 147 constructed and arranged for storing components of the sternum strap 145.
In this embodiment, the second body 200 also comprises two hooks 910. In this embodiment, the hooks are swiveling hooks 910 and are coupled to the second body 200 with webbing 912. In other embodiment, the second body comprises different types of hooks and the hooks are secured differently.
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In some embodiments, in one configuration, the front unit 2200 and the back unit 2100 couple to the middle unit 2300 (see
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In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 and the back unit 2100 are coupled together to form a backpack. In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 and the back unit 2100 are decoupled from each of the other units and each independently functions as a backpack. In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 and the back unit 2100 are decoupled from each of the other units and each independently functions as a messenger bag. In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 and the back unit 2100 are decoupled from each of the other units and each independently functions as a shoulder bag or tote.
In alternative embodiments, the system 2000 comprises a different number of wheels. The presence of four wheels allows for a “floater design”. In such embodiments, the position of the system 2000 is stable and is unlikely to tip over. In alternate embodiments, the system 2000 comprises a different number of wheels.
In some embodiments, the one or more wheels are coupled to a base 2305 constructed and arranged to provide stability to the system. In some embodiments, the base 2305 comprises a single piece of material, such as plastic, metal, or any such suitable material or configurations thereof. The base 2305 associated with some embodiments are shown and described in
In some embodiments, such as the one shown in
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In some embodiments, the middle unit 2300 is constructed and arranged to expand. In some embodiments, the middle unit 2300 comprises one or more side pockets 2350. In some embodiments, the middle unit 2300 comprises an expansion mechanism 2630, similar to the expansion mechanism described in connection with
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In alternative embodiments, the expansion mechanism 2630 extends along all for sides and the expansion gusset 2635 is at the middle of the side of the middle unit. In such embodiments, in order to facilitate the expansion, the base 2305 is split into two portions: a front portion (and the associated wheels) are in front of the expansion gusset 2635 and a back portion (and the associated wheels) are behind the expansion gusset 2635. In some embodiments, such a split configuration decreases the storage capacity of one or more of the side pockets.
In some embodiments, one or more of expansion gussets discussed herein allow for expansion in the d1, d2 (into the page), and d3 (out of the page) directions.
In some embodiments, the middle unit 2300 comprises foam at a top portion thereof for support. In some embodiments, the middle unit 2300 does not comprise foam at a top portion thereof.
In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 comprises an expansion gusset constructed and arranged to expand the storage capacity of the front unit. In some embodiments, the front unit does not comprise an expansion gusset.
In some embodiments, the back unit 2100 comprises one or more loops 2106. In the embodiment shown in
In some embodiments, the back unit 2100 comprises at least one side sleeve 2105 configured to retain an item such as a water bottle. In the embodiment shown in
In some embodiments, the catch 2050 comprises a rigid material. In some embodiments, the catch 2050 comprises a flexible material. In some embodiments, the catch 2050 comprises an elastic material. In some embodiments, the catch 2050 comprises a U-shape. In some embodiments, the catch 2050 is anchored to the unit at first and second ends 2051a, 2051b. A mid-portion or body-portion 2015c of the catch interacts with a pull portion 2051a or slide portion 2052b of the zipper to mitigate or prevent inadvertent opening of the zipper. The catch 2050 can be temporarily withdrawn from the zipper pull portion 2051a or slide portion 2052b to allow its release and opening of the zipper.
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In some embodiments, one of the units comprises one or more cams 2236 that allow the user to adjust the position and fit of the strap 2230 so that the webbing can be loosened or tightened. In some embodiments the cams 2236 which are oriented to optimize ser access for adjustment including tightening and loosening of the strap 2230 when the bag is in “airplane tray mode”.
In some embodiments, the backpack/tote strap design, comprises:
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In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 comprises a “zip out/swing out/clip down” water bottle holder 2202, as shown in
In some embodiments, when the water bottle holder 2202 is deployed, it can swing or pivot around to a side of the front unit 2200 In this manner, interference with a user carrying the unit 2200 is mitigated or eliminated. In some embodiments, the front unit 2200 comprises at least one clip 2204 and a corresponding loop 2206. In some embodiments, when the water bottle holder 2202 is deployed, it clips to one or more loops 2206 on the side of the front unit 2200, as shown in the diagram, so that it is retained at the side of the unit 2200, and does not flop around while being carried. In the embodiment shown in
In some embodiments, the back unit 2100 comprises one or more loops 2106. In the embodiment shown in
In a first configuration, the rear cover 2115 can be expanded and so that it envelops the rear padding and shoulder straps on the back of the back unit 2100. In some embodiments the rear cover can have a zipper at a top side and optionally left and right sides for securing to the back of the back unit 2100. In this manner, the rear cover can operate as a protective cover for the rear padding, shoulder straps, hip belt and/or other portions of the back unit 2100, for example in a situation where the unit 2100 is to be checked as luggage on an airplane.
In a second configuration, the rear cover 2115 can be folded under the bottom of the back unit 2100, and the tension hooks 2119a, 2119b can be attached to the loops 2206 on the front unit 2200, when the front 2200 and back 2100 unit are zipped together. Alternatively, the tension hooks 2119a, 2119b can be attached to loops 2106 on the back unit 2100. In either of these configurations, the “under the backpack” deployment of the cover creates a carry for a sleeping bag, jacket, yoga mat, etc. as shown in
In some embodiments, the back unit 2100 comprises a different number of strip webbing 2117. In some embodiments, one or more of the one or more strips of webbing 2117 comprises abrasion-resistant material.
In some embodiments, one or more of the one or more loops 2106 of the back unit 2100 comprises abrasion-resistant material.
In some embodiments, one or more of the one or more loops 2206 of the front unit 2200 comprises abrasion-resistant material.
The materials identified in connection with the figures of this application are provided as examples. In some alternative embodiments, one or more of the materials are different.
The above-described embodiments should be understood to serve only as illustrative examples; further embodiments are envisaged. Any feature described herein in relation to any one embodiment may be used alone, or in combination with other features described, and may also be used in combination with one or more features of any other of the embodiments, or any combination of any other of the embodiments. Furthermore, equivalents and modifications not described above may also be employed without departing from the scope of the specification.
This application is related to U.S. Pat. No. 10,694,834, issued on Jun. 30, 2020, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/053,906 filed Jul. 20, 2020, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
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