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Multi-level expandable suitcase

a suitcase and multi-level technology, applied in the field of luggage, can solve the problems the level of expansion being somewhat limited, and achieve the effect of increasing the volume of the suitcas

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-11-22
ELPRO INT
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This results in an increase in the volume of the suitcase.
However, the level of expansion is somewhat limited by the single zip fastener with respect to the overall configuration of the suitcase.

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[0017]Referring now to FIGS. 1 to 4, a multi-level expandable suitcase in accordance with the preferred embodiment is generally shown at 10. In the illustrated embodiment, the suitcase 10 is of the upright type, and is in the upright position in FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0018]The suitcase 10 has a generally rectangular body. In the illustrated embodiment, it is seen that the suitcase has a trapezoidal shape (i.e., flared) from a front viewpoint. Accordingly, the center of mass of the suitcase 10 is lower with this trapezoidal shape, resulting in additional stability for the suitcase 10. The suitcase 10 has a receptacle portion A and a flap portion B, separable to allow access to an interior of the suitcase 10. In FIGS. 1 to 4, the receptacle portion A and the flap portion B are connected, whereby the suitcase 10 is closed. The suitcase 10 has a front surface 14 and a rear surface 16. The periphery of the suitcase 10 is defined by a left lateral surface 18, a top surface 20, a right lateral surf...

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A suitcase comprises a receptacle portion and a flap portion connected thereto. An access fastener is provided between the receptacle portion and the flap portion so as to releasably connect the flap portion to the receptacle portion to allow / close access to an interior of the receptacle portion. A first and a second level of lateral expansion are provided on the flap portion and / or the receptacle portion, with respectively a first-expansion and a second-expansion fastener extending about a periphery of the suitcase and openable to release suitcase material to increase a volume of the suitcase, whereby the volume of the suitcase is cumulatively increased by the first and the second level of lateral expansion.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]The present patent application claims priority on U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 797,774, filed on May 5, 2006.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to luggage and, more particularly, to suitcases and like pieces of luggage expandable in size, to increase the volume thereof.[0004]2. Background Art[0005]The amount of luggage used by a traveler often varies in round trips. A traveler will typically pack some gifts, business documents or the like, that are destined to being given at the trip's destination. Likewise, travelers will often return home with additional luggage, to carry items such as souvenirs. Similarly, travelers will frequently shop while on vacation, to benefit from locally unavailable merchandise, to save on high local taxes, and / or simply for the pleasure of it.[0006]Accordingly, expandable compartments have been developed on suitcases and like pieces of lug...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A45C7/00
CPCA45C5/14A45C13/262A45C7/0018
Inventor SEDEROFF, JEFFREY
Owner ELPRO INT
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