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US5160001A
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Computer carrying case
Assignee: HERITAGE INDUSTRIES Ltd
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Filing: 1992-03-09
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Granted: 1992-11-03
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Expires: 2012-03-09
Abstract
Abstract A soft combination briefcase and carrying case for the purpose of transporting a portable computer easily and in relative safety with its ancillary supplies and including structure for suspending the computer unit in the central zone of the carrying case, spaced from the case bottom and ends to protect the computer against damage.
Inventors
- 👤 Stephen M. Marceau
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 13:25
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C3/00; A45C3/02; G; G06; G06F; G06F1/00; G06F1/16; G06F1/1613; G06F1/1628; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S190/00; Y10S190/90; Y10S190/902
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
206 words
In a soft carrying case for the transportation of a portable notebook computer unit: a rod extending essentially the full width of said case and integrally contained within the upper surface of said case to which a centrally located full length dividing wall may be attached; a first cover flap depending from the top of said case to cover and essentially close at least one pocket formed within said case on a first side of said dividing wall; a second cover flap depending from the opposite side of the top of said case to cover and essentially close at least one pocket designated for holding a portable notebook computer unit on a second side of said dividing wall; at least one pair of laterally spaced straps vertically extending around the rod and attached to the central dividing wall in said designated pocket from near the top of said pocket to a point partway down said dividing wall and spaced from the case bottom so as to securely contain a portable notebook computer unit against the upper portion of said dividing wall when said straps are fixed around said computer protecting the portable notebook computer unit from damage and making the case and computer easier to carry.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
206 words
In a soft carrying case for the transportation of a portable notebook computer unit: a rod extending essentially the full width of said case and integrally contained within the upper surface of said case to which a centrally located full length dividing wall may be attached; a first cover flap depending from the top of said case to cover and essentially close at least one pocket formed within said case on a first side of said dividing wall; a second cover flap depending from the opposite side of the top of said case to cover and essentially close at least one pocket designated for holding a portable notebook computer unit on a second side of said dividing wall; at least one pair of laterally spaced straps vertically extending around the rod and attached to the central dividing wall in said designated pocket from near the top of said pocket to a point partway down said dividing wall and spaced from the case bottom so as to securely contain a portable notebook computer unit against the upper portion of said dividing wall when said straps are fixed around said computer protecting the portable notebook computer unit from damage and making the case and computer easier to carry.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
The unit according to claim 1 wherein: the designated pocket is at least partially covered by an additional pocket placed on its outer wall.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The unit according to claim 2 wherein: said additional pocket contains a multiplicity of specialized pockets within for receiving various items of collateral computing supplies.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
33 words
The unit according to claim 3 wherein: the outside wall of said additional pocket may be released along its sides to fold down and provide clear access to said multiplicity of pockets within.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The unit according to claim 1 wherein: adjusting buckles are mounted in quick-release clasp systems.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
The unit according to claim 1 wherein: at least one of said cover flaps is secured in the closed position by Velcro fasteners.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
28 words
The unit according to the claim 1 wherein: at least one of said cover flaps is secured in the closed position by a buckle and quick-release clamp system.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1995-11-03 | 1996-05-04 | 1996-11-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1999-11-03 | 2000-05-04 | 2000-11-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2003-11-03 | 2004-05-04 | 2004-11-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |