US3910470A
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Carrying case for photographic equipment and the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-03-11
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Granted: 1975-10-07
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Expires: 1994-03-11
Abstract
Abstract A carrying case for photographic equipment and the like configured to rest against and conform to the curvature of an animate body. An outer shell of the case, which includes strap attachment for securing the case to the body, is lined internally with cushion material for retaining photographic equipment in a firm, vibration-damped state when the case is subjected to agitation.
Inventors
- 👤 Carl O Swenson
- 👤 William E Sturgis
- 👤 Richard L Moran
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 17:23
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C11/00; A45C11/38; A45F; A45F3/00; A45F3/005; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/908
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 13
Claim 1
Independent Claim
135 words
An equipment carrying case comprising: a hollow base portion having a first concavely curved side and a second generally convexly curved side; retention means attached to said base portion for securing said case against the body of the user to substantially obviate movement relative to the body; a hollow lid portion shaped to mate with said base portion; hinge means upon said generally convexly curved side and connecting said base portion to said lid portion to permit said lid portion to open away from the body; latch means upon other than said concavely curved side of said base and lid portions to cooperatively and releasably retain the same in a closed position and permit access thereto without bodily interference; and cushion material lining said base portion and said lid portion to cushion equipment stored therein.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
135 words
An equipment carrying case comprising: a hollow base portion having a first concavely curved side and a second generally convexly curved side; retention means attached to said base portion for securing said case against the body of the user to substantially obviate movement relative to the body; a hollow lid portion shaped to mate with said base portion; hinge means upon said generally convexly curved side and connecting said base portion to said lid portion to permit said lid portion to open away from the body; latch means upon other than said concavely curved side of said base and lid portions to cooperatively and releasably retain the same in a closed position and permit access thereto without bodily interference; and cushion material lining said base portion and said lid portion to cushion equipment stored therein.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
44 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 1 wherein: said hollow base portion includes a bottom wherein a central portion thereof is curved upward to define in said hollow base portion two substantially flat regions of maximum depth separated by a region of lesser depth.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 2 wherein: said generally convexly curved side includes a portion extending definitively outward therefrom to form a protrusion and cooperatively defining with a central portion of said hollow base portion a region of maximum width therein.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 3 wherein: said hollow base portion has a height exceeding that of said hollow lid portion; and said hollow lid portion is substantially filled with said cushion material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 4 wherein: said cushion material in said lid includes means defining a pair of cavities adjacent said ends.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
40 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 5 wherein: said hinge means connecting said hollow base portion and said hollow lid portion is located upon said protrusion, whereby the opening of said lid away from said concavely curved side is accommodated.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
37 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 1 wherein: said carrying case has two ends; and said latch means is a latch positioned on each said end so as to releasably connect said hollow base and lid portions.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
61 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 7 wherein: said base includes at each said end, adjacent said concavely curved side, means defining a slot therethrough; said last-mentioned side having an inner surface; and strap means extending through said slot means and lying against an inner surface of said concavely curved side between such side and a portion of said cushion material.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
59 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 7 wherein: said hollow base portion includes thickened portions defining a corner upon each said end; means in each said thickened portion define slots therethrough without penetrating the interior of said case, for receiving a case-supporting strap means therethrough oriented in spaced relation from said concavely curved side of said hollow base portion.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
30 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 7 wherein: a strap retainer is attached to each said end adjacent said latch means, and strap means is attached to said strap retainers.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
46 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 7 wherein: guide means is included upon at least one of said hollow base and lid portions, extending therefrom so as to engage the other said portion in a guiding and stabilizing relationship when said hollow lid portion is closed.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
50 words
The equipment carrying case of claim 11 wherein: said guide means is a pair of tabs upon said inner surface of said hollow base portion extending parallel thereto so as to contact an inner surface of said hollow lid portion when such lid portion is closed upon said base portion.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-10-06 | 1979-04-07 | 1979-10-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-10-06 | 1983-04-07 | 1983-10-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-10-06 | 1987-04-07 | 1987-10-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |