suitcase

Abstract

To provide a suitcase in which valuables can be hidden. [Solution] The suitcase 10 is characterized by comprising a case main body 12, a lid body 14 for opening and closing the case main body 12, a pocket section 18 that is exposed when the lid body 14 is opened and can be used to store items, and a storage section 20 that is provided concealed within the pocket section 18.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a suitcase. [Background technology]

[0002] Various suitcases have been developed in the past. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a suitcase front cover buckle lock for use in being attached between a suitcase and a front cover, the suitcase front cover buckle lock comprising: a suitcase engaging member attached to the suitcase and having a hook portion with an engaging hole formed in the hook portion; a lock base attached to the front cover so as to be fixed thereto; a suitcase lock attached to the lock base; a locking tongue attached to the lock base so as to be elastically movable on the lock base; and a pull plate pivotally attached to the lock base and corresponding to the locking tongue, wherein the front cover is fastened to the suitcase, the locking tongue is fitted into the engaging hole, the front cover and the suitcase are in a closed state, the suitcase lock releases the locked state, and when the pull plate is pulled, the locking tongue is moved in conjunction with the pull plate and released from the hook portion, causing the combination of the pull plate and the front cover to tilt and the front cover and the suitcase to be in an open state. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2022-83284 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] Suitcases are used for travel, but there is a need for a place to hide valuables such as passports.

[0005] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a suitcase in which valuables can be hidden. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The suitcase according to the present invention comprises a case body, a lid for opening and closing the case body, and a cover that is exposed when the lid is opened, The three sides except the top are fixed with sutures, and the top can be opened to enlarge the opening. The concealment pocket includes a pocket portion, a concealment pocket portion provided on the inner surface of the pocket portion in a concealed state, a concealment lid portion arranged to overlap and cover the opening of the concealment pocket portion, and a concealment fastener portion capable of opening and closing the concealment lid portion. The pocket has the same pattern as the inner surface of the pocket. It is characterized by: [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] According to the present invention, valuables and the like can be hidden. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0010] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing a suitcase according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] 3 is an enlarged view of a pocket and a storage section of the suitcase according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following, similar elements in all drawings will be designated by the same reference numerals, and duplicate explanations will be omitted. Furthermore, in the description below, previously described reference numerals will be used as necessary.

[0012] Fig. 1 is a diagram showing a suitcase 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 2 is an enlarged view of a pocket 18 and a storage section 20 of the suitcase 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing the state when the opening of the pocket 18 is opened and the side where the storage section 20 is provided is viewed from the center of the inside of the pocket 18.

[0013] Suitcase 10 comprises a case body 12, a lid 14 and a main opening / closing mechanism 11 for opening and closing case body 12, a pocket 18 that is exposed when lid 14 is opened and can store items, and a storage section 20 that is provided concealed within pocket 18. Suitcase 10 has the function of storing valuables and the like in a secret manner.

[0014] The case body 12 has a main storage section for storing travel items, clothing, etc. when the main opening / closing mechanism 11 is opened, and a sub-storage section for storing small items when the lid body 14 is opened.

[0015] The case body 12 has a hard shell structure made primarily of polycarbonate resin, which is excellent in impact resistance and light weight. The case body 12 is not limited to polycarbonate resin, and other hard materials such as ABC resin, aluminum alloy, magnesium alloy, and FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) can be used.

[0016] Furthermore, flexible materials such as nylon (including ballistic nylon), polyester, canvas, and leather (genuine leather and synthetic leather) can also be used for the soft case structure.

[0017] It is also possible to use composite materials that combine impact resistance and light weight, such as a hybrid structure using EVA resin, PC+ABS composite material, or aluminum+polycarbonate composite material.

[0018] The lid 14 is provided so as to be able to open and close relative to the case body 12. A secondary storage compartment is formed inside the case body 12 for storing small travel items, clothing, etc. The secondary storage compartment is structured so that it can be accessed through an opening formed by opening the lid 14 relative to the case body 12.

[0019] The lid 14 has a downward-opening structure that can be opened and closed using the lower end of the case body 12 as a fulcrum. This allows the suitcase 10 to be opened and closed even when placed upright, allowing the user to take out stored items without having to turn the suitcase sideways.

[0020] The opening and closing operation of the lid body 14 is performed via a hinge mechanism, and a stopper mechanism is provided that can adjust the opening and closing angle. This stopper mechanism prevents the lid body 14 from opening too far at an unintended angle, and keeps the lid body 14 in place so that the user can easily remove their belongings.

[0021] The suitcase 10 is provided with a buckle lock mechanism 40 to securely fasten the case body 12 and the lid body 14. The buckle lock mechanism 40 includes a locking protrusion (latch portion), a sliding lock lever, and a spring.

[0022] The locking projection (latch portion) is formed on the inside of the cover portion 14, and is inserted into an engagement hole in the case main body portion 12, thereby fixing the cover portion 14 in place.

[0023] The sliding lock lever is provided on the case body 12, and when the user slides the lock lever, the locking protrusion is released and the lid body 14 opens. A spring is built into the lock lever, and it automatically returns to its original position after being unlocked, making it easy to relock.

[0024] The case main body 12 will be described as being fully open (clamshell type) with a left and right section that opens and closes with a central hinge, but of course other types are also possible, such as a front-open type (opens vertically or horizontally), a frame type (aluminum frame type), an expandable type (with expansion mechanism), a fastener type (zipper type), a top-loading type (opens at the top), or a type with a front pocket.

[0025] The main opening / closing mechanism 11 is provided inside the case body 12 and serves to open and close the case body 12 in order to place luggage in the main storage compartment, which is used to store travel goods, clothing, etc. The main opening / closing mechanism 11 opens the case body 12, making the main storage compartment accessible.

[0026] To improve the convenience of organizing and retrieving stored items, suitcase 10 is provided with a pocket 18 on the inside of lid 14. Pocket 18 can be expanded at the top to enlarge the opening, allowing items to be stored inside.

[0027] The pocket 18 has a storage section 20 provided on the inner surface of the lid 14, but even if the top of the pocket 18 is widened to enlarge the opening, the storage section 20 cannot be seen. In other words, the storage section 20 is a hidden pocket. Details of the storage section 20 will be described later.

[0028] Although the storage section 20 has been described here to explain the features of the pocket section 18, storage other than the storage section 20 may be provided. For example, a mesh pocket may be provided, which is a pocket made of a highly breathable mesh material and has a structure that allows the stored contents to be seen at a glance. The opening of the mesh pocket is formed to be openable and closable with an elastic band or zipper so that the user can easily take items in and out of the pocket.

[0029] Other options include zippered pockets with zippers at the openings to safely store small electronic devices and valuables, and elastic bands for securing documents and folded clothing, preventing items from moving during transport.

[0030] Next, we will explain the pocket 18. The pocket 18 is fixed by stitching or the like on three sides (left and right sides and bottom) except for the top, and the top is open to form an opening. The user can place items into the pocket 18 from the top.

[0031] As shown in Figure 2, the storage section 20 within the pocket section 18 has a concealment pocket section 20a provided on the inner surface of the pocket section 18 and a concealment lid section 20b provided so as to overlap the upper part of the opening of the concealment pocket section 20a.

[0032] The storage section 20 further includes a fastener section 20c that opens and closes the opening of the secret pocket section 20a. The secret pocket section 20a is fixed by stitching or the like on three sides (left and right sides and bottom) other than the top, and the top is open to form the opening. The user can place items into the secret pocket section 20 from the top.

[0033] A fastener 20c is provided at the top of the concealment pocket 20a, and closing this eliminates the opening, causing the top of the concealment pocket 20 to be in close contact with the inside surface of the storage section 20. A band-shaped concealment lid 20b is provided at the top of the concealment pocket 20, including the fastener 20c, as shown in FIG.

[0034] The concealment lid 20b is provided at the top of the inner surface of the storage section 20, and the three sides (left and right sides and the top) other than the bottom are fixed by stitching or the like, and the bottom is opened to form an opening. As shown in Fig. 2, when the bottom of the concealment lid 20b is opened, the fastener 20c provided at the top of the concealment pocket 20a is exposed, and this fastener 20c can be opened to store items in the concealment pocket 20a.

[0035] The inner surface of the pocket portion 18 and the concealment pocket portion 20a are displayed with the same pattern, giving a sense of unity, and when the bottom of the concealment lid portion 20b is closed, the existence of the concealment pocket portion 20a is not visible.

[0036] Next, the operation of the suitcase 10 configured as described above will be explained. A variety of suitcases have been developed in the past, each designed to store a large number of items. However, for example, when traveling abroad, important documents such as a passport must be carried. If these documents are stored in a conventional suitcase, there is a risk that the passport may be misused if the suitcase is stolen. The suitcase 10 according to the embodiment of the present invention provides a significant solution to this problem.

[0037] Suitcase 10 has a lid 14 on the front side, and opening lid 14 allows items to be stored in pocket 18. However, when the top opening of pocket 18 is opened, the contents are visible, so if valuables such as a passport are placed there, it will be immediately obvious.

[0038] In contrast, valuables such as a passport can be stored in the storage compartment 20 by opening the bottom of the concealment lid 20b, opening the fastener 20c, and then closing the concealment lid 20b, so that it is not apparent from the outside that a passport is stored therein. This has the advantage of reducing the risk of the suitcase 10 being misused even if it is stolen. [Explanation of symbols]

[0039] 10 suitcase, 11 main opening / closing mechanism, 12 case body, 14 lid body, 18 pocket, 20 storage section, 20a secret pocket, 20b secret lid, 20c zipper, 40 buckle lock mechanism.

Claims

[Claim 1] A case main body; a cover portion for opening and closing the case main body portion; a pocket portion that is exposed when the lid body portion is opened, that is fixed on three sides except for the top by stitching, and that has an opening at the top so that the opening can be expanded; A hidden pocket portion provided in a concealed state on the inner surface of the pocket portion; A concealment lid portion arranged to overlap and cover the opening of the concealment pocket portion; A concealed fastener part that can open and close the concealed lid part; Equipped with The suitcase is characterized in that the secret pocket portion has the same pattern as the inner surface of the pocket portion.

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