Patent ID: 6742684
Filing Date: 2004-06-01
Classification: A45C,A45F

Abstract:
A convertible luggage container capable of being in a backpack mode or a wheeled suitcase mode comprising:a first compartment having a backside with a top edge; a pair of wheels mounted to the first compartment; a second compartment affixed to the first compartment; a first cover having a bottom edge and is affixed to the backside of the first compartment near the top edge, wherein a pocket is formed; an extendable handle comprising a gripping member secured to a first and second extending members that travel in the vertical direction through first and second sleeves; a frame piece disposed in the pocket, wherein the frame piece and first and second sleeves are of uniform construction and the frame piece is firmly held within the pocket without engaging the first compartment; a second cover defining and providing access to the second compartment; and a pair of shoulder straps having two ends wherein the ends are affixed within the second compartment, such that the straps can be deployed by opening the second compartment, and when the second compartment is closed, the straps are secured within the second compartment.