Retractable table and handle system and method of use

Abstract

A retractable table system integrated into luggage is disclosed herein. The table can be retracted and deployed along with the telescopic retractable handle system employed in luggage. The table retracts inside the luggage compartment for storage.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION[0001]Embodiments of the current invention relate to the mechanical arts and are directed to devices employing retractable handles.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Retractable handles integrated into luggage are a part of popular luggage designs, due in part to the way the handles and telescopic support bars slide seamlessly into the luggage.[0003]In crowded airports and other places, a table or work station for placing a drink and or a book, magazine, laptop, or any other material or device is desirable and attempts have been made to build travel work stations that attach to luggage. However, these attempts generally fall short in achieving a table that is easy to deploy for use and retract for convenient storage. These attempts further fall short in achieving a table that pivots upon a permanent attachment to the telescopic support bars and is completely hidden from view when stored.[0004]For example, U.S. Pat. No. 6,471,019 discloses a variation of a table that ...

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Benefits of technology

The patent describes a way to easily deploy and retract a table using common luggage handles. This can be done with a simple push of a button, allowing the table to fall to the ground for easy use. The table can also be retracted and stored by simply pushing the button, and there are no additional steps required by the person using the luggage. Overall, this invention makes it easy for people to use the table with their luggage.

Problems solved by technology

However, these attempts generally fall short in achieving a table that is easy to deploy for use and retract for convenient storage.

These attempts further fall short in achieving a table that pivots upon a permanent attachment to the telescopic support bars and is completely hidden from view when stored.

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