US3768610A
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Pillow-pak carrying case
Assignee: Atlantic Products Corp
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Filing: 1972-03-02
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Granted: 1973-10-30
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Expires: 1992-03-02
Abstract
Abstract Improved carrying case of two piece construction. The case includes four double pleated corners which provide structural stability.
Inventors
- 👤 R Housel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 11:48
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C3/00; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S190/00; Y10S190/903
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
125 words
A carrying case comprising two rectangular pieces of pliable material, each piece having pleats at each corner to form sides and top, bottom and end sections, said top, bottom and end sections extending generally perpendicularly from the respective side, means for securing said pleated corners in folded condition, said pleats providing shape and structural stability to said case, said sections being generally one-half the width of said case, adjacent top, bottom and end sections of respective pieces secured together along the entire interior periphery of adjacent sections to form said case, a welt positioned around the periphery between adjacent respective sections, an opening in at least one side of said pieces providing access to the interior of said case and closure means for said opening.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
125 words
A carrying case comprising two rectangular pieces of pliable material, each piece having pleats at each corner to form sides and top, bottom and end sections, said top, bottom and end sections extending generally perpendicularly from the respective side, means for securing said pleated corners in folded condition, said pleats providing shape and structural stability to said case, said sections being generally one-half the width of said case, adjacent top, bottom and end sections of respective pieces secured together along the entire interior periphery of adjacent sections to form said case, a welt positioned around the periphery between adjacent respective sections, an opening in at least one side of said pieces providing access to the interior of said case and closure means for said opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The carrying case of claim 1 wherein the means for securing said pleated corners is stitching.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The carrying case according to claim 1 wherein handles are provided one each attached to the sides of said case.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-10-29 | 1977-04-30 | 1977-10-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-29 | 1981-04-30 | 1981-10-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-29 | 1985-04-30 | 1985-10-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |