# US 2012/0073995 A1 · Interchangeable Lock Assembly

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- Number: US 2012/0073995 A1
- Document ID: US20120073995A1
- Status: Published application
- Kind: A1
- Application number: 12/891,457
- Filed: 2010-09-27
- Published: 2012-03-29
- Earliest claimed: 2010-09-27
- Inventors: Linda K. Parker
- Web page: https://patentgrep.com/patent/US20120073995A1

## CPC

- A45C 7/0045: {comprising a plurality of separable elements which can be used independently of one another}
- A45C 13/10: Arrangement of fasteners
- A45C: PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS

## Abstract

An Interchangeable Lock Assembly, which connects a main bag and two accessory items. These Interchangeable Lock Assembly parts are disposed on accessory items and main case in suitable locations. Two individual accessory carrying items can also be secured together using this Interchangeable Lock Assembly. The main case and accessory items further include straps, a plurality of pockets or compartments and zippered openings.

## Claims

### Claim 1

An improved detachable lock assembly comprising of: four interconnecting parts to be attached to a main case having a plurality of compartments and a plurality of accessory holding members with a plurality of compartments removably secured to the main case. The improved detachable accessory assembly, wherein the two accessory components are secured on the two opposite exterior sides of the main case. The lock assembly, main case and accessory holding members are manufactured of textile based materials.

### Claim 2

The improved detachable accessories can also be secured together.

### Claim 3

The improved detachable accessory assembly may be interchangeable from carrying case to carrying case.