Patent ID: 6193118
Filing Date: 2001-02-27
Classification: A45C,A45F

Abstract:
A backpack, comprising:(a) a pouch having a rear portion and a front portion, the pouch further having(i) and open end that is selectively closed;(b) at least one shoulder strap coupled to the rear portion of the pouch;(c) a substantially flat, substantially rigid work surface which is selectively used to receive objects thereon or as a writing surface;(d) means for coupling the substantially flat, substantially rigid work surface to the front portion of the pouch such that the work surface covers at least a substantial portion of the surface area of the front portion of the pouch, the means for coupling the work surface to the front portion of the pouch having an open, open end, and wherein a space exists between the work surface and the front portion of the pouch, the space enabling selective placement of a substantially flat sheet through the open end and between the work surface and the front portion of the pouch, said coupling means comprising a flaccid material; and(e) at least one flap coupled to one side of the pouch such that an interior surface of the at least one flap selectively folds in abutting relationship against the substantially flat work surface.