Luggage article having an external pocket in the molded portion

Abstract

Luggage article having an external pocket in a molded portion, a luggage article comprising: a main body having an interior defining a main body containment volume accessible through a main body opening; a lid comprising a molded concave shell having an interior defining a lid containment volume accessible through a lid opening extending in a lid opening plane; and a hinge between the main body and the lid to enable the lid to move relative to the main body between an open position and a closed position; in the open position, the main body containment volume and the lid containment volume are accessible through the main body opening and the lid opening; and, in the closed position, the main body opening and the lid opening cooperate such that the main body containment and the lid containment are enclosed. The molded concave shell comprises: a lower protrusion protruding from the lid opening plane via a lower step portion; an upper protrusion protruding from the lid opening plane via an upper step portion facing the lower step portion. The molded concave shell further comprises a first slit providing access to a lower pocket within the lid containment volume behind the lower protrusion; and a second slit providing access to an upper pocket within the lid containment volume behind the upper protrusion; wherein the upper pocket is partially bounded by an inner surface of the upper step portion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of luggage, such as suitcases comprising at least one molded shell. Background Technology

[0002] One advantage of luggage that includes at least one molded shell is that the molded shell provides more protection for the contents of the luggage than fabric alternatives. Furthermore, compared to fabric, the molded shell retains its shape without requiring other structural limiting elements.

[0003] In fabric luggage, fabric panels can be fastened together to achieve a three-dimensional form. This fastening is usually direct, such as by sewing. In contrast, fastening a monolithic molded part to other components is more complex, and in any case, since the molded part itself provides the three-dimensional form, it is not necessary to do so in order to obtain the three-dimensional form.

[0004] GB 2580666, commonly owned with this disclosure, discloses a molded luggage shell with an outer fabric panel. However, the protective advantage of a molded shell does not provide protection for the contents of the pocket, since the outer surface of the pocket is fabric. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In this context, a luggage item is provided, comprising:

[0006] The main body has an interior that is accessible through an opening in the main body;

[0007] A lid, including a molded recess having an interior defining a lid-receiving volume accessible through a lid opening extending in a lid opening plane; and

[0008] The hinge between the body and the lid allows the lid to move relative to the body between an open position and a closed position; in the open position, the body receiving volume and the lid receiving volume are accessible through the body opening and the lid opening; and in the closed position, the body opening and the lid opening engage to close the body receiving portion and the lid receiving portion; wherein:

[0009] The molded concave shell includes:

[0010] The lower protrusion protrudes from the plane of the cover opening via a lower stepped portion;

[0011] An upper protrusion, which protrudes from the cover opening plane via an upper stepped portion facing the lower stepped portion;

[0012] The first slit provides an entrance to a first pocket within the accommodating volume of the flap, behind the lower protrusion; and

[0013] The second slit provides an entrance to the upper pocket within the cover-receiving volume behind the upper protrusion, wherein the upper pocket is partially defined by the inner surface of the second step portion.

[0014] In this way, the molded portion can protect the contents of the suitcase without having to open the lid of the luggage item to enter the pocket from the outside. Furthermore, the inner surface of the second step provides a molded surface at the lower edge of the upper pocket, which can be protected with a molded cover for the contents at the lower edge of the upper pocket.

[0015] Optionally, the upper and lower steps are substantially perpendicular to the plane of the lid opening. Optionally, the lower step may include a first slit. In this way, the first slit may be less noticeable, less easily accessible to a third party, and better prevent damage.

[0016] The molded concave shell may further include a first recess located between the upper step portion and the lower step portion and retracting from the upper protrusion and the lower protrusion.

[0017] The molded concave shell may further include a second recess and a top step, the second recess retracting from the upper protrusion and substantially perpendicular to the plane of the cover opening, the top step being located on the side of the upper protrusion opposite to the upper step, wherein a second slit is located in the top step. In this way, the second slit may be less noticeable, less susceptible to rapid entry by a third party, and better protected against damage.

[0018] The lower pocket may include a first fabric container having a first container opening having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the first container opening is fastened to the molded outer shell on the first side of the first seam, and the second side of the first container opening is fastened to the molded outer shell on the second side of the first seam. In this way, the fabric container can prevent significant movement of the pocket contents within the molded outer shell.

[0019] The first container opening can be closed by a first pocket zipper having a first zipper strap on a first side of the first container opening and a second zipper strap on a second side of the first container opening, such that both the first seam and the fabric container can be opened and closed by the first pocket zipper.

[0020] The first zipper strap can be secured to the molded housing by stitching, and the second zipper strap can also be secured to the molded housing by stitching. In this way, a zipper provides the functions of closing the seam and the pocket.

[0021] The upper pocket may include a second fabric container having a second container opening having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the second container opening is fastened to a second molded shell on a first side of a second seam, and the second side of the second container opening is fastened to a second molded shell on a second side of a second seam.

[0022] The second container opening can be closed by an upper pocket zipper having a main zipper strap on a first side of the second container opening and a secondary zipper strap on a second side of the second container opening, such that both the second seam and the second fabric container can be opened and closed by the second pocket zipper. In this way, a single zipper provides the functionality to close both the seam and the pocket.

[0023] The luggage item may also include a flap liner that is fastened to the second molding within the flap opening and adjacent to the flap opening, such that the first fabric container and, if present, the second fabric container are located between the flap liner and the molding. In this way, further restriction on the movement of the pocket contents can be provided.

[0024] The luggage may also include a body lining that is fastened to and close to the body within the body opening.

[0025] Optionally, in the closed position where the body opening and the cover opening engage to close the body receiving portion and the cover receiving portion, a main zipper is provided for engagement, the main zipper comprising a first band fastened to the first molded portion near the base opening and a second band fastened to the second molded portion near the cover opening.

[0026] The luggage may also include multiple protruding wheel systems, each protruding wheel system including at least one wheel, wherein each protruding wheel system is fastened to the outside of the first molded part.

[0027] Each wheel system may include a connecting element and a wheel unit, wherein the wheel unit is rotatable relative to the connecting element about a generally perpendicular axis located outside the coverage area of ​​the base.

[0028] Optionally, the luggage may be in the form of a suitcase.

[0029] In another aspect of this disclosure, a method for manufacturing luggage items is provided, the luggage items comprising:

[0030] The main body has an interior that is accessible through an opening in the main body;

[0031] A lid, including a molded recess having an interior defining a lid-receiving volume accessible through a lid opening extending in a lid opening plane;

[0032] The method includes:

[0033] Molding the lid, which includes a concave shell, to include:

[0034] The lower protrusion protrudes from the plane of the cover opening via a lower stepped portion;

[0035] An upper protrusion, which protrudes from the cover opening plane via an upper stepped portion facing the lower stepped portion;

[0036] A slit is made to provide a first slit in the molded concave shell, the first slit providing an entrance to the lower pocket within the cover receiving volume behind the lower protrusion;

[0037] A slit is made to provide a second slit in the molded concave shell, the second slit providing an entrance to an upper pocket within the cover receiving volume behind the upper protrusion, wherein the upper pocket is partially defined by the inner surface of the upper step portion;

[0038] A hinge is fastened between the body and the lid so that the lid can move relative to the body between an open position and a closed position; in the open position, the body receiving volume and the lid receiving volume can be accessed through the body opening and the lid opening; and in the closed position, the body opening and the lid opening engage so that the body receiving portion and the lid receiving portion are closed.

[0039] In this way, direct manufacturing of luggage items, including those with molded tops featuring externally accessible pockets, can be provided.

[0040] The method may further include:

[0041] A first fabric container is provided, the first container opening having a first side and a second side;

[0042] The molded outer shell fastens the first side of the first container to the first side of the first seam;

[0043] The molded shell is fastened to the second side of the first container on the second side of the first seam.

[0044] The method may further include: fastening a first pocket zipper having a first zipper strap and a second zipper strap to the lid, wherein the first zipper strap is fastened to a first side of the first container opening and the second zipper strap is fastened to a second side of the first container opening, such that both the first zipper and the fabric container are openable and closable by the first pocket zipper.

[0045] Optionally, any one or more fastening steps of the method include suturing. Attached Figure Description

[0046] This invention can be implemented in various ways, and specific embodiments will now be described by way of example only and with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0047] Figure 1 A perspective view of a first embodiment of a suitcase according to the present disclosure is shown;

[0048] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 Front view of the suitcase;

[0049] Figure 3 It shows Figure 1 A side view of the suitcase;

[0050] Figure 4 It shows Figure 1 Front view of the molded lid of the suitcase;

[0051] Figure 5 It shows Figure 4 Side view of the molded cover plate;

[0052] Figure 6 It shows crossing Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the molded cover plate;

[0053] Figure 7 Showing a view from above Figure 1 A perspective view of the suitcase;

[0054] Figure 8 A perspective view of a second embodiment of a suitcase according to the present disclosure is shown;

[0055] Figure 9 It shows Figure 8 Another perspective view of the suitcase. Detailed Implementation

[0056] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of luggage items (specifically, suitcase 100) according to a first embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0057] The suitcase 100 includes a body 110 having an interior that defines an opening through the body (extending in a body opening plane 115, marked as...). Figure 3 The luggage 100 includes a lid 120 having an interior that defines a lid-accommodating volume accessible through a lid opening extending in a lid opening plane (extending in a lid opening plane 125).

[0058] The body 110 is hinged to the cover 120 so that the cover 120 can move relative to the body 110 between an open position and a closed position.

[0059] In the closed position, the main body opening meets the lid opening, such that the main body opening plane 115 and the lid opening plane 125 are parallel. A main zipper 130 located between the lid opening plane and the main body opening plane can be used to secure the lid 120 near the lid opening to the main body 110 near the main body opening. The main zipper 130 may include a first zipper strap securing to the main body 110 around the main body opening and a second zipper strap securing to the lid 120 around the lid opening.

[0060] The cover 120 includes a first molded housing. The first molded housing provides a three-dimensional structure without the need for separate shape-defining elements.

[0061] In the first option, the body 110 may include a second molded housing. The second molded housing provides a three-dimensional structure without the need for separate shape-defining elements. The molded housing may be made of a rigid material that does not substantially bend under pressure, or of a soft material that bends to some extent under pressure.

[0062] In the second option, the body 110 may include a fabric exterior having an internally shaped skeleton.

[0063] See Figure 1 The main body 110 includes a side handle 112, a top handle 114, and a retractable handle assembly 116. The main body 110 also includes a first wheel assembly 191, a second wheel assembly 192, a third wheel assembly 193, and a fourth wheel assembly 194 (in...). Figure 1 (Not visible in the image). Each of the first wheel assembly 191, the second wheel assembly 192, the third wheel assembly 193, and the fourth wheel assembly 194 is located at one of the four corners of the lower surface of the body 110. Each of the wheel assemblies 191, 192, 193, and 194 includes an arm that extends between the corners of the lower surface of the body 110 to a position outside the footprint of the body 110. This results in increased stability relative to wheel assemblies located only within the footprint of the body 110. Each of the wheel assemblies 191, 192, 193, and 194 also includes a pair of wheels, one on each side of the arm. The pair of wheels together are configured to rotate about a vertical axis provided by a rotatable rod projecting below the arm. Each wheel in the pair is also configured to rotate about a horizontal axis extending through the rotatable rod. In this way, the suitcase has high maneuverability.

[0064] See Figure 3The lid 120 includes a lower protrusion 150 extending substantially outward from the lid opening plane 125 and an upper protrusion 170 also extending substantially outward from the lid opening plane 125. The lower protrusion 150 includes a lower edge 155 through which it projects from the lid opening plane 125 at its lower end. The lid 120 includes a first recess 165 located between the lower protrusion 150 and the upper protrusion 170, wherein the first recess 165 extends outward from the lid opening plane 125 to a lesser extent than the lower protrusion 150 and the upper protrusion 170. The lid 120 also includes a lower step 160 extending between the lower protrusion 150 and the first recess 165, and substantially perpendicular to the lid opening plane 125. The lid 120 also includes an upper stepped portion 175 that extends between the upper protrusion 170 and the first recess 165 and is substantially perpendicular to the lid opening plane 125. In this way, the first recess 165 is located between the upper stepped portion 175 and the lower stepped portion 160 and retracts from the upper protrusion 170 and the lower protrusion 150.

[0065] See Figure 6 The first seam 161 is located in the lower step portion 160. The first seam 161 provides an entrance to the lower pocket 162, which is located within the flap receiving volume behind the lower protrusion 150.

[0066] The lower pocket 162 includes a first fabric container having a first container opening having a first side and a second side. The first side is fastened to a molded outer shell on a first side of a first seam facing the front of the first recess 165, and the second side of the first container opening is fastened to a molded outer shell on a second side of a first seam facing the rear of the first recess 165.

[0067] The opening of the first container is closable by a first pocket zipper, the first pocket zipper having a first zipper strap on a first side of the opening of the first container and a second zipper strap on a second side of the opening of the first container, such that both the first seam 161 and the first fabric container are closable by the first pocket zipper.

[0068] The first zipper tape can be fastened to the molded housing by stitching, and the second zipper tape can also be fastened to the molded housing by stitching.

[0069] In this way, sewing the first zipper strap and the second zipper strap to the molded shell not only provides the function of opening and closing the lower pocket 162 via the first pocket zipper, but also provides the function of keeping the first fabric container in place.

[0070] It is possible that the first fabric container was not otherwise secured to the first molded outer shell. This reduces manufacturing steps and costs.

[0071] The lid can be provided with a fabric lining, allowing the first fabric container to be positioned between the molded lid and the fabric lining, thereby providing some restriction on the movement of the first fabric container beyond the seam around the zipper tape.

[0072] By providing a first seam 161 in the lower step 160, it is less conspicuous than when it is on the front, and the seam and zipper are less susceptible to damage during handling, such as in airport baggage handling areas. Furthermore, the lower pocket 162 itself is ideal for receiving and accommodating various items that travelers prefer to have access to in an outer pocket rather than in the main body of the baggage, such as laptops and tablets.

[0073] The main body can also be lined with fabric to supplement the fabric lining of the cover.

[0074] The lid 120 includes a second recess 185 located between the upper protrusion 170 and the top edge of the lid 120. The lid 120 also includes a top step 180 that is substantially perpendicular to the lid opening plane 125. The second recess 185 extends outward from the lid opening plane 125 to a less extent than the lower protrusion 150 and the upper protrusion 170.

[0075] The second seam 181 is located in the top stepped portion 180. See also Figure 6 The second seam 181 provides an entrance to the upper pocket 182, which is located within the flap-receiving volume behind the upper protrusion 170. The lower part of the upper pocket 182 is partially defined by the inner surface of the upper stepped portion 175. In this way, items at the bottom of the upper pocket 182 benefit from the protection provided by the molding material of the upper stepped portion 175 of the molded outer shell of the flap 120.

[0076] The upper pocket 182 includes a second fabric container having a second container opening having a first side and a second side. The first side is fastened to a molded outer shell on a first side of a second seam 181 facing the front of the second recess 185, and the second side of the second container opening is fastened to a molded outer shell on a second side of a second seam 181 facing the rear of the second recess 185.

[0077] The second container opening is closable by a second pocket zipper, the second pocket zipper having a main zipper strap on a first side of the second container opening and a secondary zipper strap on a second side of the second container opening, such that both the second seam and the second fabric container are closable by the second pocket zipper.

[0078] The main zipper tape can be secured to the molded housing by stitching, and the secondary zipper tape can also be secured to the molded housing by stitching.

[0079] In this way, sewing the main zipper strap and the secondary zipper strap to the molded shell not only provides the function of opening and closing the upper pocket through the second pocket zipper, but also provides the function of keeping the second fabric container in place.

[0080] The second fabric container may not be otherwise secured to the first molded outer shell. This reduces manufacturing steps and costs. If the lid-containing volume is provided with a fabric lining, the second fabric container can be located between the molded lid and the fabric lining, thus providing some restriction on the movement of the second fabric container beyond the seams around the zipper tape.

[0081] By providing a second seam 181 in the top step 180, it is less conspicuous than when it is on the front, and the seam and zipper are less susceptible to damage from handling, such as in airport baggage handling areas. Furthermore, the upper pocket 182 itself is ideal for receiving and accommodating various items that travelers prefer to have access to in an outer pocket rather than in the main body of the baggage, such as laptops and tablets.

[0082] The lid 120 may also include a plurality of reinforcing ribs 121, 122, 123 present on the front surface of the lid in the form of shallow linear indentations. In a first embodiment of the suitcase 100 according to the present disclosure, the reinforcing ribs 121, 122, and 123 are all perpendicular to the sides of the suitcase.

[0083] In alternative arrangements, the first seam 161 and / or the second seam 181 are located elsewhere on the molded cover.

[0084] In alternative arrangements, the closure of the lower pocket 162 and the upper pocket 182 can be provided by means other than zippers. For example, the closure can be provided by one or more of the following: magnetic snaps, button clips, snaps, or any other suitable closure.

[0085] Figure 8 and 9 This is a schematic diagram of a luggage item (specifically a suitcase 200) according to a second embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0086] The suitcase 200 of the second embodiment differs from the suitcase 100 of the first embodiment in many respects. The following description focuses on the differences relative to the suitcase 100 of the first embodiment.

[0087] The suitcase 200 includes a first protrusion 250 and a second protrusion 270, both of which extend substantially outward from the plane of the lid opening. In the first embodiment of the suitcase 100, the first seam 161 is located on the lower step 160, while in the second embodiment of the suitcase 200, the first seam 261 is located on the front surface of the first protrusion 250. Similarly, the second seam 281 of the suitcase 200 is located on the front surface of the second protrusion 270, rather than on the top step 180.

[0088] Secondly, the lower step 260, the upper step 275, and the top step 280 protrude from the lid opening plane at a gentle acute angle, while the corresponding step in the suitcase 100 protrudes at an angle approximately perpendicular to the lid opening plane.

[0089] Furthermore, the radius between the lower step 260 and the front surface of the first protrusion 250 does not change significantly. Instead, the radius is fairly continuous. Similarly, the radius does not change significantly between the upper step 275 and the front surface of the second protrusion 270, or between the top step 280 and the front surface of the second protrusion 270.

[0090] Furthermore, compared to the suitcase 100 of the first embodiment, there is a larger radius between the lower edge 255 of the first protrusion 250 and the front surface of the first protrusion 250.

[0091] In this way, when viewed from the side, the overall profile of the front surface avoids the appearance of a corner between the first protrusion 250, the first recess 265, and the second protrusion 270.

[0092] Finally, the suitcase 200 includes a greater number of reinforcing ribs 222 than the suitcase 100 of the first embodiment. Furthermore, the reinforcing ribs 222 are curved. Additionally, the first seam 261 and the second seam 281 are parallel to the curve of the reinforcing ribs 222.

[0093] Alternative reinforcing ribs and seam constructions fall within the scope of this disclosure. For example, seams and / or reinforcing ribs can be relative to... Figure 8 and 9 The diagram shows an inverted arrangement. The seam can be parallel to or not parallel to the reinforcing rib. Furthermore, different seam shapes are possible, including n-shaped and U-shaped.

[0094] Embodiments having more than two protrusions, thus providing more than two pockets, also fall within the scope of this disclosure.

[0095] In addition, molded concave shells may include embossing for structural and aesthetic reasons, or both.

[0096] In another aspect of this disclosure, a method for manufacturing luggage items according to this disclosure is provided.

[0097] The method includes molding a lid 120 including a concave shell to include a lower protrusion 150 projecting from a lid opening plane 125 via a lower step portion 160 and an upper protrusion 170 projecting from a lid opening plane 125 via an upper step portion 175 facing the lower step portion 160.

[0098] The method further includes: making a cut to provide a first slit in the molded concave shell, the first slit providing an entrance to a lower pocket within a cover-receiving volume behind the lower protrusion. The method further includes: making a cut to provide a second slit in the molded concave shell, the second slit providing an entrance to an upper pocket within the cover-receiving volume behind the upper protrusion, wherein the upper pocket is partially defined by the inner surface of the upper step portion.

[0099] The method further includes: fastening a hinge between the body and the cover so that the cover can move relative to the body between an open position and a closed position; in the open position, the body receiving volume and the cover receiving volume are accessible through the body opening and the cover opening; and in the closed position, the body opening and the cover opening engage so that the body receiving portion and the cover receiving portion are closed.

[0100] In some embodiments, the upper and lower steps are substantially perpendicular to the plane of the cover opening.

[0101] In some embodiments, the molded concave shell further includes a first recess located between the upper step portion and the lower step portion and retracting from the upper protrusion and the lower protrusion.

[0102] In some embodiments, the molded concave shell further includes a second recess and a top step, the second recess being recessed from the upper protrusion and substantially perpendicular to the plane of the cover opening, the top step being located on the side of the upper protrusion opposite to the upper step, wherein a second slit is located in the top step.

[0103] In some embodiments, the method further includes: providing a first fabric container having a first container opening having a first side and a second side, then fastening the first side of the first container to a molded shell on a first side of a first seam, and fastening the second side of the first container to a molded shell on a second side of a first seam.

[0104] The method may further include fastening a first pocket zipper having a first zipper strap and a second zipper strap to the lid. Specifically, the first zipper strap may be fastened to a first side of the first container opening, and the second zipper strap may be fastened to a second side of the first container opening, such that both the first zipper and the fabric container are openable and closable by the first pocket zipper.

[0105] In some embodiments, any one or more fastening steps may include suturing.

Claims

1. A type of luggage item, comprising: The main body has an interior that is accessible through an opening in the main body; A lid, including a molded recess having an interior defining a lid-receiving volume accessible through a lid opening extending in a lid opening plane; as well as The hinge between the body and the lid allows the lid to move relative to the body between an open position and a closed position; In the open position, the main body receiving volume and the cover receiving volume can be accessed through the main body opening and the cover opening; Furthermore, in the closed position, the main body opening and the cover opening engage, thereby sealing the main body accommodating volume and the cover accommodating volume; wherein: The molded concave shell includes: The lower protrusion protrudes from the plane of the cover opening via a lower stepped portion; An upper protrusion, which protrudes from the cover opening plane via an upper stepped portion facing the lower stepped portion; The first slit provides an entrance to the lower pocket within the cover-receiving volume behind the lower protrusion; and The second slit provides an entrance to an upper pocket within the cover-receiving volume behind the upper protrusion, wherein the upper pocket is partially defined by the inner surface of the upper stepped portion. The lower pocket includes a first fabric container with a first container opening having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the first container opening is fastened to a molded recess on a first side of the first seam, and the second side of the first container opening is fastened to a molded recess on a second side of the first seam. The upper pocket includes a second fabric container with a second container opening having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side of the second container opening is fastened to the molded recess on the first side of the second seam, and the second side of the second container opening is fastened to the molded recess on the second side of the second seam.

2. The baggage and articles according to claim 1, wherein, The lower step portion includes the first seam.

3. The baggage and articles according to claim 1, wherein, The upper step and the lower step are substantially perpendicular to the plane of the cover opening.

4. The baggage and articles according to claim 3, wherein, The molded concave shell also includes a first recess located between the upper stepped portion and the lower stepped portion and retracting from the upper protrusion and the lower protrusion.

5. The baggage and articles according to claim 4, wherein, The molded concave shell further includes a second recess and a top stepped portion, the second recess retracting from the upper protrusion and substantially perpendicular to the plane of the cover opening, and the top stepped portion located on the side of the upper protrusion opposite to the upper stepped portion. The second seam is located in the top step portion.

6. The baggage and articles according to claim 3, wherein, The first container opening is closable by a first pocket zipper having a first zipper strap on a first side of the first container opening and a second zipper strap on a second side of the first container opening, such that both the first seam and the first fabric container are closable by the first pocket zipper.

7. The baggage and articles according to claim 6, wherein, The first zipper tape is fastened to the molded recess by stitching, and the second zipper tape is fastened to the molded recess by stitching.

8. The baggage and articles according to claim 7, wherein, The second container opening is closable by a second pocket zipper, the second pocket zipper having a main zipper strap on a first side of the second container opening and a secondary zipper strap on a second side of the second container opening, such that both the second seam and the second fabric container are closable by the second pocket zipper.

9. The luggage article of claim 1, further comprising a lid liner fastened within the lid opening to the molded recess and adjacent to the lid opening, such that the first fabric container and the second fabric container are located between the lid liner and the molded recess.

10. The luggage article of claim 1, further comprising a body lining fastened to the body and adjacent to the body opening within the body opening.

11. The baggage and articles according to claim 1, wherein, In the closed position where the main body opening and the cover opening mate to close the main body receiving volume and the cover receiving volume, a main zipper provides engagement, the main zipper comprising a first band fastened to the molded concave shell near the main body opening and a second band fastened to the molded concave shell near the cover opening.

12. The luggage article according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising a plurality of projecting wheel systems, each projecting wheel system comprising at least one wheel, wherein each projecting wheel system is fastened to the exterior of the molded concave shell.

13. The baggage and articles according to claim 12, wherein, Each wheel system includes a connecting element and a wheel unit, wherein the wheel unit is rotatable relative to the connecting element about a generally perpendicular axis located outside the coverage area of ​​the base.

14. The baggage and articles according to claim 13, wherein, The luggage items are in the form of suitcases.

15. A method for manufacturing luggage articles, the luggage articles comprising: The main body has an interior that is accessible through an opening in the main body; A lid, including a molded recess having an interior defining a lid-receiving volume accessible through a lid opening extending in a lid opening plane; The method includes: Molding the lid, which includes a concave shell, to include: The lower protrusion protrudes from the plane of the cover opening via a lower stepped portion; An upper protrusion, which protrudes from the cover opening plane via an upper stepped portion facing the lower stepped portion; A slit is made to provide a first slit in the molded concave shell, the first slit providing an entrance to the lower pocket within the cover receiving volume behind the lower protrusion; A slit is made to provide a second slit in the molded concave shell, the second slit providing an entrance to an upper pocket within the cover receiving volume behind the upper protrusion, wherein the upper pocket is partially defined by the inner surface of the upper step portion; A hinge is fastened between the body and the lid so that the lid can move relative to the body between an open position and a closed position; in the open position, the body receiving volume and the lid receiving volume are accessible through the body opening and the lid opening; and in the closed position, the body opening and the lid opening engage so that the body receiving volume and the lid receiving volume are closed.

16. The method of claim 15, further comprising the step of: A first fabric container is provided, the first container opening having a first side and a second side; The molded concave shell is fastened to the first side of the first slot on the first side of the first container; The molded concave shell is fastened to the second side of the first container on the second side of the first seam.

17. The method of claim 16, further comprising: A first pocket zipper with a first zipper strap and a second zipper strap is fastened to the lid, wherein the first zipper strap is fastened on a first side of the first container opening and the second zipper strap is fastened on a second side of the first container opening, such that both the first seam and the first fabric container are openable and closable by the first pocket zipper.

18. The method according to any one of claims 15 to 17, wherein, Any one or more fastening steps of the method include suturing.

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