Split handle, narrow rolling bag
AssigneeORG Group, LLC
InventorNetta Dor Shalgi
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Abstract
The present invention is directed to a rolling suitcase that is pulled depthwise rather than breadthwise, and incorporates a split handle that separates when the suitcase is to be opened. The split handle may incorporate a locking mechanism that includes a mechanical, magnetic, or other connector for locking and releasing the split handle halves. The suitcase maximizes internal volume by the use of inset wheels and handle extensions, and also provides for protections against many common types of breakage.
Claims15
A suitcase having a plurality of rolling elements along a lower surface, the suitcase when the plurality of rolling elements are in contact with a ground surface has a height defined by an upper surface and the ground surface, a width defined by a front side and a rear side, and a depth defined by a left side and a right side, the depth having a length that is less than a length of the width and less than a length of the height, the suitcase comprising:
- a first pair of wheels at a front lower edge, the first pairs of wheels inset from the left side, the right side, and the front side;
- a second pair of wheels at a rear lower edge, the second pair of wheels inset from the left side and the right side, the second pair of wheels having a diameter that is larger than a diameter of the first pair of wheels;
- an extendable handle having first and second arms seated in channels of the left and right sides, respectively, the seated arms slidable entirely within the respective channels, and a grip member connecting the first and second arms at respective distal ends, the grip member separable into first and second components;
- wherein the suitcase is capable of being opened when the grip member is separated into the first and second components, and is incapable of being opened when the grip member is locked into a single structure.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.