EP0771160B1 - Suitcase with variable capacity - Google Patents
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- the prior invention relates to a suitcase changeable capacity, with a middle section that consists of There are two hinged stable frame halves that serve as a carrier of only two shells forming the trunk, wherein each frame half has a handle side, a hinge side opposite the handle side and has two opposite side parts.
- both solutions have the disadvantage that the folds or the flexible intermediate part the stability of the case adversely affect.
- the fold or the flexible The intermediate part lowers the overall rigidity of the case. When external loads occur, there is a Deformation of the case. This allows either the suitcase itself or objects contained therein are damaged.
- the German patent application DE-A-33 43 068 discloses one Suitcase with a modular structure. Are on both Sides of a middle part cover parts are provided.
- the Cover parts can be detachably connected to the central part. This makes it possible to cover a certain depth to replace a cover part of different depth.
- the Lid parts are hinged to the middle part connected. The hinges will open and close the Case heavily used. If the hinges as releasable Connections are established, they usually a Vulnerability representing the lifespan of such Suitcase lowers.
- FR-A-2 455 442 discloses a method for producing a Hand luggage, for example a suitcase, known a non-opening middle frame, a bottom shell and has a ceiling shell with opening device. The The case capacity cannot be changed.
- US-A-4 270 590 describes a case with an openable Middle part, which consists of two frame halves. With everyone Half of the frame are several nested shells releasably connected. The capacity of this case is however also not changeable. Rather, the user can Variation of the order of the nested shells that of Change the visible color and texture of the case shells.
- FR-A-2 551 027 describes a jewelry box that has a hinged middle frame, wherein in the same framework in the manufacturing process different Shells can be used in the outer grooves of the frame and there can be glued. A replacement of the shells by the User is not provided.
- the case has two hinged, sturdy frame that can be locked with respect to the joint as a carrier of two shells surrounding the trunk.
- the shells are held stretchable to fit each To create a customizable volume of the trunk.
- the Shells are made of a resilient material and this reduces the stability of the case.
- the object of the present invention is to have a suitcase create a volume that can be adapted to the respective needs, which is stable and easy to handle.
- a suitcase with changeable Capacity with the characterizing features of claim 1. It points a middle section that consists of two hinged together stable frame halves.
- the frame halves serve as Carrier of only two shells together with the frame halves form the trunk.
- the frame has one rectangular general shape, with each frame half a Handle side, one opposite the handle side Hinge side and two opposite side parts having.
- the elements of the frame can be molded in one piece be.
- each of the two shells with the associated frame halves of the middle part releasably connected.
- Each frame half advantageously has means for at least one Three-point attachment of the shells.
- a detachable three-point attachment of the shells in the corresponding half of the frame can e.g. be realized by a snap connection. It care must be taken that the shells have sufficient rigidity have to together with the frame halves of the middle part to form a stable trunk.
- Each frame half preferably has on the hinge side inside a groove into which a fold of the respective shell intervenes.
- On the opposite side of the handle is inside at least one means for fixing the respective shell arranged. If the shells are replaced frequently, it can happen that the above Snap connection due to Material fatigue fails. Therefore, to fix the shells other mechanical parts in the middle section for reasons of stability Prefer funds.
- the shells advantageously have a circumferential fold or a circumferential edge on, the one against the inside circumferential edge of the associated frame half comes into contact and snaps behind ridges that are parallel to the circumferential edge are arranged in the associated frame half. Through the The shells become snap-in beads in their stop position fixed. This type of connection allows fast Exchange of the bowls and is easy to use.
- the stop edge preferably has a groove into which a nose provided on the fold of the shell elements can be used.
- the means for fixing the respective shell in the associated frame half are advantageously formed by one of the following means or by a combination of at least two of these means: Springs, joints, cam bar, corner tensioner, rocker, latch and / or slide. Preferred means for fixing the respective shell in the associated frame half are shown in the accompanying drawing.
- a handle is preferably articulated on the central part. It it is also possible to attach a handle to each bowl. In this case, the handles are on the shells to arrange that the two handles are assembled of the case form a single handle.
- a depression in at least one shell is advantageous provided that can be closed by a pivotable lid is aligned with the outer contour of the shell.
- the Recess is used to hold utensils that are used during the Use of the case should be easily accessible, e.g. Papers, keys, wallet, glasses case etc.
- a preferred embodiment of the middle part of the Case according to the invention has means for attaching a Shoulder straps on, which are preferred in the side parts of the Frame halves are provided.
- the shoulder strap will advantageous on a side part in the upper half of the frame and on the opposite side part in the lower half of the frame attached.
- the fastening means advantageously comprise in each side part at least one that runs parallel to the side part Slide rail which is recessed in the side part, the Slide rail at its top, near the handle side located end has a stop and on a part their width of at least one, from the surface of the Partly formed, protruding ridge is covered so that complementary, provided on a buckle of the shoulder strap Latching agents can come into engagement.
- the Fasteners do not come out of the surface of the Middle part and disturb the overall aesthetic impression of the case according to the invention not.
- each side part has two parallel ones Slide rails that are advantageous on the two edges of a Side part are arranged. The slide rail then forms to some extent an undercut groove and thanks to the protruding burr practically not recognizable from the outside.
- the buckle, or its latching means can have a certain Have elasticity so that they are under force with the Fasteners of the side bar can come into engagement.
- the locking means ensure a secure hold of the Buckle when worn and prevent the buckle from falling Relieve the belt in the slide rail downwards again falls.
- the latching means are advantageous as projections in the Slide rail formed. The dimensions of these protrusions are then chosen so that the buckle with some force over these protrusions can be pulled, but the dead weight the buckle and shoulder strap are not enough Drop the buckle over the ledges. The distance of the projections from the stop is preferably so chosen that with the necessary game a firm seat for the Locking means of the buckle is guaranteed.
- the latching means of the buckle are preferred around metal tongues that come into engagement with the slide rail can.
- the tongues can come from another Material, for example made of plastic, and can in other embodiments of the buckle also as knobs be trained.
- the buckle itself can also be made Plastic or metal exist.
- Trunk shells are preferred because of their strength Hard plastic shells are used. With others however, the case shells are embodiments of the invention Soft shells, for example made of tear-resistant synthetic or Natural fiber fabrics can exist. It is essential that the edge area engaging with the central part of each Shell is relatively rigid and both Hard shells have the same shape as soft shells owns.
- the interchangeable case shells in the lower corners of the feet on which are advantageous as hard rubber or plastic rollers are trained.
- the present invention also relates to Case set consisting of a middle section of the type described above as well as at least two pairs of bowls with different Depth is formed.
- a suitcase set has the advantages of two conventional suitcases. By faster Production cycles and simple assembly become costs saved.
- the case according to the invention can be in any Formats are produced.
- the principle of the invention leaves apply to any type of suitcase.
- the interchangeability the bowls also opens up new opportunities at individual color design of the case.
- a suitcase set can, for example, both hard shell and Include soft shell pairs.
- FIGS. 1 and 3 A middle part 10 shown in FIGS. 1 and 3 is shown in FIG two frame halves 20,30 formed.
- Each frame half has one Handle side 21.31, one hinge side 22.32 and two Side panels 23.33.
- the two frame halves are 20.30 hinged to one another by hinges 14.
- the frame halves 20,30 have each have a peripheral edge 24,34. Furthermore, on the Hinge side 22.32 of the frame halves 20.30 parallel to the Hinges 14 inside grooves 25, 35 are provided.
- FIG. 2 An advantageous embodiment of a handle 13 and one hinge-free handle attachment in the middle part 10 is shown in FIG. 2 shown.
- the handle 13 advantageously consists of a tube-like, flexible material that at the two ends, with which it is fastened in the middle part 10, Has screw connections.
- the tubular handle can a reinforcement insert, for example a metal cable or a chain included.
- This handle has the advantage of extreme easy to manufacture and easy to attach. He points no hinges on and is still in the same way foldable like a hinge handle.
- a conventional, case handle known per se can be used instead of the hinge-free handle.
- the trunk shown in Figure 1 is made of two flat Shells 41,42 formed, which are exchangeable in the middle part 10 can be used.
- the shells 41, 42 each have a circumferential fold 47, which against the circumferential edge 24 of the Half of the frame comes in at 20.30.
- FIG. 4 A particularly advantageous embodiment of the cross section of the Frame halves 20, 30 are shown in FIG. 4.
- the peripheral edge 24, 34 is not only designed as a stop, but has a groove 26,36 into which the shape of the Groove complementary nose of the circumferential fold 47 of the shells 41.42 can intervene. This ensures that the Handle side 21,31 when lifting a loaded case not from the top edge of the shells 41,42, but that the Middle part 10 and the shells 41, 42 in the vertical direction are dimensionally stable.
- a shell seal 27.37 intended. When inserting the shells 41.42 in the Frame halves 20,30 will face the outer surface of each shell Seal 27.37 pressed so that no moisture from outside in can penetrate the suitcase.
- a corresponding waterproof Seal is in the form of a seal in the area of the frame halves Sealing tape 28 is provided.
- FIG. 5 shows exemplary embodiments of these means shown, which serve to fold 47 against the stop Keep peripheral edge 24.34 or in the groove 26.36. So shows for example Figure 5a one on the frame halves 20,30 attached spring mechanism, with a bolt the (not shown) shell against a stop of the frame half 20.30 presses.
- 5b are fixing means in the form of a Cam bar shown, while the closure in Figure 5c in Form of a rotatable bolt is formed.
- Figure 5d finally shows a fixation by a sliding Bars. It is understood that a variety of those skilled in the art known fixation mechanisms advantageous in the device according to the invention can be used.
- FIG. 6 shows a preferred embodiment of the belt fastening means according to the invention.
- two parallel sliding rails 61, 62 are provided at the edge, which are introduced into the frame in the form of an undercut groove.
- Each slide rail is covered by a protruding ridge 63, 64 so that the fastening means 60 does not protrude from the surface of the middle part 10.
- the fastening means 60 are practically not perceived as such.
- the visible part of the gel rails 61, 62 rather acts like decorative strips of the middle part.
- a stop 67, 68 and a latching means 67 a , 68 a in the form of a projection in the slide rail are provided at the upper end facing the handle side.
- Recesses 65, 66 are provided in the ridge 63, 64 in the lower region of the track rail.
- Figure 7 shows the slide rail of Figure 8 in side view.
- FIG. 8 shows one end of a shoulder strap 70 which is provided with a buckle 71, which with the Fasteners 60 can cooperate.
- buckle latching means 72 are arranged, which in on the ridge 63, 64 provided recesses 65.66 can be used. After When inserted, the buckle becomes a snap-in device pushed. After latching, the buckle 71 is firmly in place anchored the upper part of the slide rail 61, 62.
- the latching means 72 as an L-shaped Tongues 72a, 72b formed. These tongues engage undercut groove of the slide rails and hold the Buckle 71 on the rails.
- FIG. 9 shows a depression 43 in one of the shells 41, 42.
- the recess 43 can be closed by a cover 44.
- the pocket 45 is used to hold small parts.
- Figure 10 shows one of two frame halves 20, 30 and four Case 41,42,51,52 formed case set.
- the shells 41.42 form a flat bowl set 40 and have a smaller one Depth than the shells 51, 52, which is a deep shell set 50 form.
- the case shells 41, 42, 51, 52 preferably have in the area feet from the lower corners, which consist of a ball, which is in a hemispherical shape formed on the case shells Bowl lying.
- the balls preferably consist of Hard rubber or plastic. You have compared to conventional ones Case feet have the advantage of not creating any scratches.
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Die vor iegende Erfindung betrifft einen Koffer mit veränderbarem Fassungsvermögen, mit einem Mittelteil, das aus Zwei aneinander angelenkten stabilen Rahmenhälften besteht, die als Träger von nur zwei den Kofferraum bildenden Schalen dienen, wobei jede Rahmenhälfte eine Griffseite, eine der Griffseite gegenüberliegende Scharnierseite und zwei einander gegenüberliegende Seitenteile aufweist.The prior invention relates to a suitcase changeable capacity, with a middle section that consists of There are two hinged stable frame halves that serve as a carrier of only two shells forming the trunk, wherein each frame half has a handle side, a hinge side opposite the handle side and has two opposite side parts.
Bei herkömmlichen Koffern, z.B. Hand- oder Reisekoffern ist das Volumen des Kofferraums meist konstant. Folglich müssen für unterschiedliche Gepäckvolumina auch unterschiedliche Koffer verwendet werden. Für eine mehrtägige Geschäftsreise wird z.B. ein kleinerer Koffer benötigt als für eine mehrwöchige Urlaubsreise. Die Anschaffungskosten für mehrere Koffer in unterschiedlichen Größen sind hoch. Außerdem benötigen die Koffer bei der Lagerung viel Stauraum.With conventional suitcases, e.g. Hand or suitcase is that Volume of the trunk is mostly constant. Hence for different luggage volumes also different suitcases be used. For a business trip lasting several days, e.g. a smaller suitcase is needed than a multi-week one Vacation trip. The purchase cost for several suitcases in different sizes are high. They also need Suitcase with plenty of storage space.
Aus dem Stand der Technik sind verschiedene Koffer bekannt, bei denen das Volumen des Kofferraums variabel gehalten ist, um einen Koffer zu schaffen, der unterschiedliche Gepäckvolumina aufnehmen kann. So ist in dem deutschen Gebrauchsmuster DE-U-77 26 305 ein Koffer beschrieben, dessen Packraum je nach Bedarf stufenweise bis zum doppelten Volumen vergrößert werden kann. Zu diesem Zweck sind im Deckel und im Unterkoffer jeweils besonders tiefe Falten vorgesehen. Das deutsche Gebrauchsmuster DE-U-75 41 679 betrifft einen Koffer mit zwei festen Schalen und einem flexiblen Zwischenteil.Various cases are known from the prior art, at which the volume of the trunk is kept variable to to create a suitcase that has different luggage volumes can record. So is in the German utility model DE-U-77 26 305 described a suitcase, its packing space as needed can be gradually increased to twice the volume. For this purpose are in the lid and in the lower case particularly deep folds are provided. The German utility model DE-U-75 41 679 relates to a case with two fixed shells and a flexible intermediate part.
Beide Lösungen weisen jedoch den Nachteil auf, daß die Falten bzw. das flexible Zwischenteil die Stabilität des Koffers ungünstig beeinflussen. Die Falte bzw. das flexible Zwischenteil erniedrigen die Gesamtsteifigkeit des Koffers. Beim Auftreten von äußeren Belastungen kommt es zu einer Verformung des Koffers. Dadurch können entweder der Koffer selbst oder darin enthaltene Gegenstände beschädigt werden.However, both solutions have the disadvantage that the folds or the flexible intermediate part the stability of the case adversely affect. The fold or the flexible The intermediate part lowers the overall rigidity of the case. When external loads occur, there is a Deformation of the case. This allows either the suitcase itself or objects contained therein are damaged.
Die deutsche Offenlegungsschrift DE-A-33 43 068 offenbart einen Handkoffer mit einem modularen Aufbau. Dabei sind auf beiden Seiten eines Mittelteils Deckelteile vorgesehen. Die Deckelteile können lösbar mit dem Mittelteil verbunden sein. Dadurch ist es möglich ein Deckelteil bestimmter Tiefe durch ein Deckelteil unterschiedlicher Tiefe zu ersetzen. Die Deckelteile sind über Scharniere mit dem Mittelteil gelenkig verbunden. Die Scharniere werden beim Öffnen und Schließen des Koffers stark beansprucht. Wenn die Scharniere als lösbare Verbindungen ausgebildet sind, stellen sie i.d.R. eine Schwachstelle dar, welche die Lebensdauer eines derartigen Koffers herabsetzt.The German patent application DE-A-33 43 068 discloses one Suitcase with a modular structure. Are on both Sides of a middle part cover parts are provided. The Cover parts can be detachably connected to the central part. This makes it possible to cover a certain depth to replace a cover part of different depth. The Lid parts are hinged to the middle part connected. The hinges will open and close the Case heavily used. If the hinges as releasable Connections are established, they usually a Vulnerability representing the lifespan of such Suitcase lowers.
Aus FR-A-2 455 442 ist ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Handgepäckstücks, beispielsweise eines Koffers, bekannt, der einen nicht aufklappbaren Mittelrahmen, eine Bodenschale und eine Deckenschale mit Öffnungseinrichtung aufweist. Das Fassungsvermögen des Koffers ist nicht veränderbar.FR-A-2 455 442 discloses a method for producing a Hand luggage, for example a suitcase, known a non-opening middle frame, a bottom shell and has a ceiling shell with opening device. The The case capacity cannot be changed.
US-A-4 270 590 beschreibt einen Koffer mit aufklappbarem Mittelteil, das aus zwei Rahmenhälften besteht. Mit jeder Rahmenhälfte sind mehrere ineinander verschachtelte Schalen lösbar verbunden. Das Fassungsvermögen dieses Koffers ist aber ebenfalls nicht veränderbar. Vielmehr kann der Benutzer durch Variation der Reihenfolge der verschachtelten Schalen die von außen sichtbare Farbgebung und Textur der Kofferschalen ändern.US-A-4 270 590 describes a case with an openable Middle part, which consists of two frame halves. With everyone Half of the frame are several nested shells releasably connected. The capacity of this case is however also not changeable. Rather, the user can Variation of the order of the nested shells that of Change the visible color and texture of the case shells.
In FR-A-2 551 027 ist ein Schmuckkästchen beschrieben, das einen aufklappbaren Mittelrahmen aufweist, wobei in den gleichen Rahmen beim Herstellungsprozeß unterschiedliche Schalen in Außennuten des Rahmens einsetzbar sind und dort verklebt werden können. Ein Auswechseln der Schalen durch den Benutzer ist nicht vorgesehen.FR-A-2 551 027 describes a jewelry box that has a hinged middle frame, wherein in the same framework in the manufacturing process different Shells can be used in the outer grooves of the frame and there can be glued. A replacement of the shells by the User is not provided.
Aus dem deutschen Gebrauchsmuster DE-U-84 15 488.8 ist ein Koffer mit zwei aneinander angelenkten Rahmenhälften bekannt, in welche beim Herstellungsprozeß unterschiedliche Halbschalen eingesetzt werden können. Ein Auswechseln der Schalen durch den Benutzer ist nicht vorgesehen. From the German utility model DE-U-84 15 488.8 is a Case with two hinged frame halves known, in which different half-shells during the manufacturing process can be used. A replacement of the shells by the User is not provided.
In dem deutschen Gebrauchsmuster DE-U-83 08 483 ist ein Koffer mit den Merkmalen des Oberbegriffs des vorliegenden Anspruchs 1 beschrieben. Der Koffer weist zwei aneinander angelenkte, gegenüber dem Gelenk miteinander verschließbare stabile Rahmen als Träger zweier den Kofferraum umgebenden Schalen auf. Dabei sind die Schalen dehnbar gehalten, um ein an den jeweiligen Bedarf anpassbares Volumen des Kofferraumes zu bilden. Die Schalen bestehen aus einem nachgiebigen Werkstoff und vermindern dadurch die Stabilität des Koffers.In the German utility model DE-U-83 08 483 there is a case with the features of the preamble of the present claim 1 described. The case has two hinged, sturdy frame that can be locked with respect to the joint as a carrier of two shells surrounding the trunk. Here the shells are held stretchable to fit each To create a customizable volume of the trunk. The Shells are made of a resilient material and this reduces the stability of the case.
Aufgabe der vorliegenden Erfindung ist es, einen Koffer mit einem an den jeweiligen Bedarf anpassbaren Volumen zu schaffen, der stabil und leicht handhabbar ist.The object of the present invention is to have a suitcase create a volume that can be adapted to the respective needs, which is stable and easy to handle.
Diese Aufgabe wird gelöst durch einen Koffer mit veränderbarem Fassungsvermögen mit den kennzeichnenden Merkmalen des Anspruchs 1. Er weist ein Mittelteil auf, das aus zwei aneinander angelenkten stabilen Rahmenhälften besteht. Die Rahmenhälften dienen als Träger von nur zwei Schalen, die zusammen mit den Rahmenhälften den Kofferraum bilden. Üblicherweise hat der Rahmen eine rechteckige Allgemeinform, wobei jede Rahmenhälfte eine Griffseite, eine der Griffseite gegenüberliegende Scharnierseite und zwei einander gegenüberliegende Seitenteile aufweist. Die Elemente des Rahmens können einstückig geformt sein. Erfindungsgemäß ist jede der beiden Schalen mit der zugehörigen Rahmenhälften des Mittelteils lösbar verbunden.This task is solved by a suitcase with changeable Capacity with the characterizing features of claim 1. It points a middle section that consists of two hinged together stable frame halves. The frame halves serve as Carrier of only two shells together with the frame halves form the trunk. Usually the frame has one rectangular general shape, with each frame half a Handle side, one opposite the handle side Hinge side and two opposite side parts having. The elements of the frame can be molded in one piece be. According to the invention, each of the two shells with the associated frame halves of the middle part releasably connected.
Dadurch ist es möglich, unterschiedlich tiefe Schalen in Verbindung mit ein und demselben Mittelteil zu verwenden. Auf diese Weise läßt sich das Koffervolumen an das Gepäckvolumen anpassen. Die üblicherweise aus einem steifen Kunststoff bestehenden Schalen bilden zusammen mit dem aus Leichtmetall oder steifem Kunststoff bestehenden Mittelteil einen stabilen Koffer. Wenn der Koffer nicht benutzt wird, lassen sich die unterschiedlich tiefen Schalen ineinander stapeln. Ein erfindungsgemäßer Koffer benötigt so zur Lagerung deutlich weniger Stauraum als mehrere herkömmliche Koffer mit unterschiedlichen Koffervolumina.This makes it possible to put shells in different depths To be used in conjunction with one and the same middle section. On in this way the luggage volume can be compared to the luggage volume to adjust. Usually made of a rigid plastic existing shells form together with that of light metal or rigid plastic existing middle part a stable Suitcase. If the case is not used, the Stack bowls of different depths. A The case according to the invention thus clearly needs for storage less storage space than several conventional suitcases different suitcase volumes.
Vorteilhaft weist jede Rahmenhälfte Mittel für mindestens eine Dreipunkt-Befestigung der Schalen auf. Eine lösbare Dreipunkt-Befestigung der Schalen in der jeweils zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte kann z.B. durch eine Schnappverbindung verwirklicht sein. Es ist darauf zu achten, daß die Schalen genügend Steifigkeit aufweisen, um zusammen mit den Rahmenhälften des Mittelteils einen stabilen Kofferraum zu bilden.Each frame half advantageously has means for at least one Three-point attachment of the shells. A detachable three-point attachment of the shells in the corresponding half of the frame can e.g. be realized by a snap connection. It care must be taken that the shells have sufficient rigidity have to together with the frame halves of the middle part to form a stable trunk.
Vorzugsweise weist jede Rahmenhälfte auf der Scharnierseite innen eine Nut auf, in die ein Falz der jeweiligen Schale eingreift. Auf der gegenüberliegenden Griffseite ist innen mindestens ein Mittel zum Fixieren der jeweiligen Schale angeordnet. Beim häufigen Auswechseln der schalen kann es passieren, daß die o.g. Schnappverbindung infolge von Materialermüdung versagt. Deshalb sind zum Fixieren der Schalen in dem Mittelteil aus Stabilitätsgründen andere mechanische Mittel vorzuziehen.Each frame half preferably has on the hinge side inside a groove into which a fold of the respective shell intervenes. On the opposite side of the handle is inside at least one means for fixing the respective shell arranged. If the shells are replaced frequently, it can happen that the above Snap connection due to Material fatigue fails. Therefore, to fix the shells other mechanical parts in the middle section for reasons of stability Prefer funds.
Vorteilhaft weisen die Schalen einen umlaufenden Falz, bzw. eine Umlaufkante auf, der bzw. die jeweils gegen eine innen umlaufende Kante der zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte in Anschlag kommt und hinter Wülsten einschnappt, die parallel zu der Umlaufkante in der zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte angeordnet sind. Durch die Einschnappwülste werden die Schalen in ihrer Anschlagposition fixiert. Diese Art der Verbindung erlaubt einen schnellen Austausch der Schalen und ist einfach zu handhaben. The shells advantageously have a circumferential fold or a circumferential edge on, the one against the inside circumferential edge of the associated frame half comes into contact and snaps behind ridges that are parallel to the circumferential edge are arranged in the associated frame half. Through the The shells become snap-in beads in their stop position fixed. This type of connection allows fast Exchange of the bowls and is easy to use.
Bevorzugt weist die Anschlagkante eine Rille auf, in welche eine auf dem Falz der Schalenelemente vorgesehene Nase eingesetzt werden kann.The stop edge preferably has a groove into which a nose provided on the fold of the shell elements can be used.
Vorteilhaft werden die Mittel zum Fixieren der jeweiligen
Schale in der zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte durch eines der
folgenden Mittel bzw. durch eine Kombination von mindestens
zwei dieser Mittel gebildet:
Federn, Gelenke, Nockenleiste, Eckspanner, Wippe, Riegel
und/oder Schieber. Bevorzugte Mittel zum Fixieren der
jeweiligen Schale in der zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte sind in der
beigefügten Zeichnung dargestellt.The means for fixing the respective shell in the associated frame half are advantageously formed by one of the following means or by a combination of at least two of these means:
Springs, joints, cam bar, corner tensioner, rocker, latch and / or slide. Preferred means for fixing the respective shell in the associated frame half are shown in the accompanying drawing.
Vorzugsweise ist ein Handgriff an dem Mittelteil angelenkt. Es ist auch möglich, an jeder Schale einen Handgriff anzubringen. In diesem Fall sind die Handgriffe so an den Schalen anzuordnen, daR die beiden Griffe im zusammengebauten Zustand des Koffers einen einzigen Griff bilden.A handle is preferably articulated on the central part. It it is also possible to attach a handle to each bowl. In this case, the handles are on the shells to arrange that the two handles are assembled of the case form a single handle.
Vorteilhaft ist in mindestens einer Schale eine Vertiefung vorgesehen, die durch einen schwenkbaren Deckel verschließbar ist, der mit der Außenkontur der Schale fluchtet. Die Vertiefung dient zur Aufnahme von Utensilien, die während der Benutzung des Koffers leicht zugänglich sein sollten, z.B. Papiere, Schlüssel, Portemonnaie, Brillenetui etc.A depression in at least one shell is advantageous provided that can be closed by a pivotable lid is aligned with the outer contour of the shell. The Recess is used to hold utensils that are used during the Use of the case should be easily accessible, e.g. Papers, keys, wallet, glasses case etc.
Eine bevorzugte Ausführungsform des Mittelteils des erfindungsgemäßen Koffers weist Mittel zur Befestigung eines Schultergurts auf, die bevorzugt in den seitenteilen der Rahmenhälften vorgesehen sind. Der Schultergurt wird vorteilhaft an einem Seitenteil in der oberen Rahmenhälfte und am gegenüberliegenden Seitenteil in der unteren Rahmenhälfte befestigt. Durch diese Anordnung werden die Kofferhälften bei einem unbeabsichtigten Öffnen des Kofferverschlusses während des Tragens immer noch durch den Schultergurt zusammengehalten, so daß sie sich nicht vollständig öffnen können.A preferred embodiment of the middle part of the Case according to the invention has means for attaching a Shoulder straps on, which are preferred in the side parts of the Frame halves are provided. The shoulder strap will advantageous on a side part in the upper half of the frame and on the opposite side part in the lower half of the frame attached. With this arrangement, the case halves are an unintentional opening of the case lock during still held together by the shoulder strap so that they cannot open fully.
Vorteilhaft umfassen die Befestigungsmittel in jedem Seitenteil mindestens eine parallel zum Seitenteil verlaufende Gleitschiene, die in dem Seitenteil ausgespart ist, wobei die Gleitschiene an ihrem oberen, in der Nähe der Griffseite befindlichen Ende einen Anschlag aufweist und auf einem Teil ihrer Breite von zumindest einem, von der Oberfläche des Seitenteils gebildeten, überstehenden Grat so bedeckt ist, daß komplementäre, auf einer Schnalle des Schultergurts vorgesehene Einklinkmittel in Eingriff kommen können. Die Befestigungsmittel treten also nicht aus der Oberfläche des Mittelteils hervor und stören den ästhetischen Gesamteindruck des erfindungsgemäßen Koffers nicht. An jedem Seitenteil kann mittig eine Gleitschiene vorgesehen sein, in die ein auf der Schnalle des Schultergurts befindlicher Zapfen hineingepreßt wird, so daß er in der Gleitschiene verschiebbar ist. Bevorzugt weist jedes Seitenteil jedoch zwei parallel verlaufende Gleitschienen auf, die vorteilhaft an den beiden Rändern eines Seitensteils angeordnet sind. Die Gleitschiene bildet dann gewissermaßen eine hinterschneidende Nut und ist dank des überstehenden Grats von außen praktisch nicht zu erkennen.The fastening means advantageously comprise in each side part at least one that runs parallel to the side part Slide rail which is recessed in the side part, the Slide rail at its top, near the handle side located end has a stop and on a part their width of at least one, from the surface of the Partly formed, protruding ridge is covered so that complementary, provided on a buckle of the shoulder strap Latching agents can come into engagement. The Fasteners do not come out of the surface of the Middle part and disturb the overall aesthetic impression of the case according to the invention not. Can on each side part in the middle a slide rail can be provided, into which one on the Buckle of the shoulder strap pin pressed in is so that it is slidable in the slide rail. Prefers However, each side part has two parallel ones Slide rails that are advantageous on the two edges of a Side part are arranged. The slide rail then forms to some extent an undercut groove and thanks to the protruding burr practically not recognizable from the outside.
Die Schnalle, bzw. deren Einklinkmittel, können eine gewisse Elastizität aufweisen, so daß sie unter Krafteinwirkung mit den Befestigungsmitteln der Seitenleiste in Eingriff kommen können. Bevorzugt ist jedoch zum Anbringen der Schnalle am Koffer am unteren, von der Griffseite entfernten Ende der Gleitschiene eine zum Einsetzen der Einklinkmittel dienende Ausnehmung in dem Grat vorgesehen. Nach Einsetzen der Einklinkmittel kann die Schnalle in der Gleitschiene nach oben Richtung Anschlag bewegt werden.The buckle, or its latching means, can have a certain Have elasticity so that they are under force with the Fasteners of the side bar can come into engagement. However, it is preferred to attach the buckle to the case on lower end of the slide rail, which is remote from the handle side a recess for inserting the latching means in provided the ridge. After inserting the latching means, the Buckle in the slide rail moves up towards the stop will.
Vorteilhaft sind in der Nähe des Anschlags der Gleitschiene Einrastmittel für die Schnalle des Schultergurts vorgesehen. Die Einrastmittel gewährleisten einen sicheren Halt der Schnalle beim Tragen und verhindern, daß die Schnalle bei Entlastung des Gurts in der Gleitschiene wieder nach unten fällt. Vorteilhaft sind die Einrastmittel als Vorsprünge in der Gleitschiene ausgebildet. Die Abmessungen dieser Vorsprünge sind dann so gewählt, daß die Schnalle mit etwas Kraft über diese Vorsprünge gezogen werden kann, daß aber das Eigengewicht der Schnalle und des Schultergurts nicht ausreicht, die Schnalle über die Vorsprünge hinweg nach unten fallenzulassen. Der Abstand der Vorsprünge vom Anschlag ist bevorzugt so gewählt, daß mit dem nötigen Spiel ein fester Sitz für die Einklinkmittel der Schnalle gewährleistet ist.Are advantageous near the stop of the slide rail Locking means provided for the buckle of the shoulder strap. The locking means ensure a secure hold of the Buckle when worn and prevent the buckle from falling Relieve the belt in the slide rail downwards again falls. The latching means are advantageous as projections in the Slide rail formed. The dimensions of these protrusions are then chosen so that the buckle with some force over these protrusions can be pulled, but the dead weight the buckle and shoulder strap are not enough Drop the buckle over the ledges. The distance of the projections from the stop is preferably so chosen that with the necessary game a firm seat for the Locking means of the buckle is guaranteed.
Bei den Einklinkmitteln der Schnalle handelt es sich bevorzugt um Metallzungen, die mit der Gleitschiene in Eingriff kommen können. Die Zungen können jedoch auch aus einem anderen Material bestehen, beispielsweise aus Kunststoff, und können bei anderen Ausführungsformen der Schnalle auch als Noppen ausgebildet sein. Die Schnalle selbst kann ebenfalls aus Kunststoff oder Metall bestehen.The latching means of the buckle are preferred around metal tongues that come into engagement with the slide rail can. However, the tongues can come from another Material, for example made of plastic, and can in other embodiments of the buckle also as knobs be trained. The buckle itself can also be made Plastic or metal exist.
Als Kofferschalen werden aufgrund ihrer Festigkeit bevorzugt Hartschalen aus Kunststoff verwendet. Bei anderen Ausführungsformen der Erfindung sind die Kofferschalen jedoch Weichschalen, die beispielsweise aus reißfesten Kunst- oder Naturfasergeweben bestehen können. Wesentlich ist dabei, daß der mit dem Mittelteil in Eingriff kommende Randbereich jeder Schale relativ starr ausgebildet ist und sowohl bei den Hartschalen wie auch bei den Weichschalen die gleiche Form besitzt.Trunk shells are preferred because of their strength Hard plastic shells are used. With others However, the case shells are embodiments of the invention Soft shells, for example made of tear-resistant synthetic or Natural fiber fabrics can exist. It is essential that the edge area engaging with the central part of each Shell is relatively rigid and both Hard shells have the same shape as soft shells owns.
Bei einer bevorzugten Ausführungsform weisen die auswechselbaren Kofferschalen im Bereich der unteren Ecken Füße auf, die vorteilhaft als Hartgummi- oder Kunststoffrollen ausgebildet sind.In a preferred embodiment, the interchangeable case shells in the lower corners of the feet on, which are advantageous as hard rubber or plastic rollers are trained.
Die vorliegende Erfindung bezieht sich ebenfalls auf ein Kofferset, das aus einem Mittelteil der oben beschriebenen Art sowie mindestens zwei Paar der Schalen mit unterschiedlicher Tiefe gebildet wird. Ein solches Kofferset birgt die Vorteile von zwei herkömmlichen Koffern. Durch schnellere Produktionszyklen und die einfache Montage werden Kosten eingespart. Die erfindungsgemäßen Koffer können in beliebigen Formaten hergestellt werden. Das Prinzip der Erfindung läßt sich auf beliebige Koffertypen anwenden. Die Auswechselbarkeit der Schalen eröffnet zudem neue Möglichkeiten bei der individuellen farblichen Gestaltung der Koffer.The present invention also relates to Case set consisting of a middle section of the type described above as well as at least two pairs of bowls with different Depth is formed. Such a suitcase set has the advantages of two conventional suitcases. By faster Production cycles and simple assembly become costs saved. The case according to the invention can be in any Formats are produced. The principle of the invention leaves apply to any type of suitcase. The interchangeability the bowls also opens up new opportunities at individual color design of the case.
Ein Kofferset kann beispielsweise sowohl Hartschalen- als auch Weichschalenpaare umfassen.A suitcase set can, for example, both hard shell and Include soft shell pairs.
Im folgenden sind beispielhafte Ausführungsformen des
erfindungsgemäßen Koffers anhand der beiliegenden Zeichnung
erläutert. Dabei zeigt:
Ein in den Figuren 1 und 3 gezeigtes Mittelteil 10 wird von
zwei Rahmenhälften 20,30 gebildet. Jede Rahmenhälfte weist eine
Griffseite 21,31, eine Scharnierseite 22,32 und zwei
Seitenteile 23,33 auf. Die beiden Rahmenhälften 20,30 sind
durch Scharniere 14 aneinander angelenkt. Auf der den
Scharnieren 14 gegenüberliegenden Seiten der Rahmenhälften
20,30 sind Schließeinrichtungen 11 angebracht. Zwischen den
Schließeinrichtungen 11 sind in den Rahmenhälften 20,30
Aussparungen 12 zur Aufnahme eines (in Figur 1 nicht gezeigten)
Handgriffs 13 vorgesehen. Die Rahmenhälften 20,30 weisen
jeweils eine Umlaufkante 24,34 auf. Ferner sind auf der
Scharnierseite 22,32 der Rahmenhälften 20,30 parallel zu den
Scharnieren 14 innen Nuten 25,35 vorgesehen.A
Eine vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung eines Griffs 13 und einer
scharnierlosen Griffbefestigung im Mittelteil 10 ist in Figur 2
dargestellt. Der Griff 13 besteht vorteilhaft aus einem
schlauchartigen, flexiblen Material, das an den beiden Enden,
mit denen es im Mittelteil 10 befestigt ist,
Schraubverbindungen aufweist. Der schlauchartige Griff kann
eine Verstärkungseinlage, zum Beispiel ein Metallkabel oder
eine Kette, enthalten. Dieser Griff hat den Vorteil, äußerst
einfach herstellbar und leicht befestigbar zu sein. Er weist
keine Scharniere auf und ist trotzdem in gleicher Weise
umlegbar wie ein Griff mit Scharnier. Es versteht sich jedoch,
daß anstelle des scharnierlosen Griffs auch ein herkömmlicher,
an sich bekannter Koffergriff verwendet werden kann.An advantageous embodiment of a
Der in Figur 1 dargestellte Kofferraum wird von zwei flachen
Schalen 41,42 gebildet, die auswechselbar in das Mittelteil 10
eingesetzt werden können. Die Schalen 41,42 weisen jeweils
einen umlaufenden Falz 47 auf, der gegen die Umlaufkante 24 der
Rahmenhälften 20,30 in Anschlag kommt. Auf der Scharnierseite
22,32 der Rahmenhälften 20,30 kommt der Falz 46 jeweils hinter
den Wülsten 25,35 in Eingriff.The trunk shown in Figure 1 is made of two
Eine besonders vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung des Querschnitts der
Rahmenhälften 20,30 ist in Figur 4 dargestellt. Die Umlaufkante
24,34 ist dabei nicht lediglich als Anschlag ausgebildet,
sondern weist eine Rille 26,36 auf, in die eine zur Form der
Rille komplementäre Nase des umlaufenden Falzes 47 der Schalen
41,42 eingreifen kann. Dadurch ist gewährleistet, daß sich die
Griffseite 21,31 beim Anheben eines beladenen Koffers nicht von
der Oberkante der Schalen 41,42 entfernt, sondern daß das
Mittelteil 10 und die Schalen 41,42 in vertikaler Richtung
formstabil miteinander verbunden sind. In einer zweiten
umlaufenden Ausnehmung ist eine Schalendichtung 27,37
vorgesehen. Beim Einsetzen der Schalen 41,42 in die
Rahmenhälften 20,30 wird die Außenfläche jeder Schale gegen die
Dichtung 27,37 gedrückt, so daß keine Feuchtigkeit von Außen in
den Koffer dringen kann. Eine entsprechende wasserdichte
Dichtung ist im Verschlußbereich der Rahenhälften in Form eines
Dichtungsbandes 28 vorgesehen.A particularly advantageous embodiment of the cross section of the
Frame halves 20, 30 are shown in FIG. 4. The
Auf der Griffseite 21,31 der Rahmenhälften 20,30 sind Mittel
zum Fixieren der Schalen 41,42 in der zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte
20,30 angeordnet.There are means on the
In Figur 5 sind beispielhafte Ausführungsformen dieser Mittel gezeigt, die dazu dienen, den Falz 47 im Anschlag gegen die Umlaufkante 24,34 bzw. in der Rille 26,36 zu halten. So zeigt beispielsweise Figur 5a einen an den Rahmenhälften 20,30 befestigten Federmechanismus, wobei ein Bolzen die (nicht dargestellte) Schale gegen einen Anschlag der Rahmenhälfte 20,30 drückt. In Figur 5b sind Fixiermittel in Form einer Nockenleiste dargestellt, während der Verschluß in Figur 5c in Form eines drehbaren Riegels ausgebildet ist. Figur 5d schließlich zeigt eine Fixierung durch einen verschiebbaren Riegel. Es versteht sich, daß eine Vielzahl dem Fachmann bekannte Fixiermechanismen vorteilhaft bei der erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung verwendet werden können.5 shows exemplary embodiments of these means shown, which serve to fold 47 against the stop Keep peripheral edge 24.34 or in the groove 26.36. So shows for example Figure 5a one on the frame halves 20,30 attached spring mechanism, with a bolt the (not shown) shell against a stop of the frame half 20.30 presses. 5b are fixing means in the form of a Cam bar shown, while the closure in Figure 5c in Form of a rotatable bolt is formed. Figure 5d finally shows a fixation by a sliding Bars. It is understood that a variety of those skilled in the art known fixation mechanisms advantageous in the device according to the invention can be used.
Figur 6 zeigt eine bevorzugte Ausführungsform der
erfindungsgemäßen Gurtbefestigungsmittel. An einem Seitenteil
23 der Rahmenhälfte 20 sind jeweils am Rand zwei parallel
laufende Gleitschienen 61,62 vorgesehen, die in Form einer
hinterschneidenden Nut in den Rahmen eingebracht sind. Jede
Gleitschiene wird durch einen überstehenden Grat 63,64 bedeckt,
so daß das Befestigungsmittel 60 nicht aus der Oberfläche des
Mittelteils 10 hervorsteht. Die Befestigungsmittel 60 werden
als solche praktisch nicht wahrgenommmen. Der sichtbare Teil
der Gelitschienen 61,62 wirkt vielmehr wie Zierleisten des
Mittelteils. Am oberen, der Griffseite zugewandten Ende ist ein
Anschlag 67,68 sowie ein Einrastmittel 67a,68a in Form eines
Vorsprungs in der Gleitschiene vorgesehen. Im unteren Bereich
der Gleischiene sind Ausnehmungen 65,66 in dem Grat 63,64
vorgesehen. Figur 7 zeigt die Gleitschiene der Figur 8 in
Seitenansicht.FIG. 6 shows a preferred embodiment of the belt fastening means according to the invention. On a
In Figur 8 ist ein Ende eines Schultergurts 70 dargestellt, der
mit einer schnalle 71 versehen ist, die mit den
Befestigungsmitteln 60 zusammenwirken kann. Auf der Schnalle
sind Einklinkmittel 72 angeordnet, die in auf dem Grat 63,64
vorgesehene Ausnehmungen 65,66 eingesetzt werden können. Nach
dem Einsetzen wird die Schnalle nach oben zu den Einrastmitteln
geschoben. Nach dem Einrasten ist die Schnalle 71 fest im
oberen Teil der Gleitschiene 61,62 verankert. Im vorliegenden
Ausführungsbeispiel sind die Einklinkmittel 72 als L-förmige
Zungen 72a,72b ausgebildet. Diese Zungen greifen in die
hinterschneidende Nut der Gleitschienen ein und halten die
Schnalle 71 auf den Schienen.FIG. 8 shows one end of a
Figur 9 zeigt eine Vertiefung 43 in einer der Schalen 41,42.
Die Vertiefung 43 ist durch einen Deckel 44 verschließbar.
Zwischen der Vertiefung 43 und dem Deckel 44 ist eine Tasche 45
eingeklebt. Die Tasche 45 dient zur Aufnahme von Kleinteilen.FIG. 9 shows a
Figur 10 zeigt ein von zwei Rahmenhälften 20,30 und vier
Schalen 41,42,51,52 gebildetes Kofferset. Die Schalen 41,42
bilden ein flaches Schalenset 40 und weisen eine geringere
Tiefe als die Schalen 51,52 auf, die ein tiefes Schalenset 50
bilden. Bei der Lagerung können die Schalen 41,42,51,52
ineinandergesetzt werden und benötigen so deutlich weniger
Stauraum als zwei komplette Koffer.Figure 10 shows one of two
Bei der Benutzung des erfindungsgemäßen Koffersets ist wie folgt vorzugehen:When using the case set according to the invention is how proceed as follows:
Zunächst wählt man aus, welches Schalenpaar das Gepäckvolumen
am besten aufnimmt; daraufhin bringt man den Falz 46 der
ausgewählten Schale hinter dem Wulst 25,35 in Eingriff; dann
drückt man die jeweilige Schale so in die zugehörige
Rahmenhälfte, daß der umlaufende Falz 47 auf der Umlaufkante
24,34 aufliegt, bzw. die Nase des Falzes 47 in die Rille 26,36
der Rahmenhälften eingreift. Zuletzt werden die Mittel zum
Fixieren der Schalen in der zugehörigen Rahmenhälfte in ihre
Verschlußstellung gebracht und der erfindungsgemäße Koffer ist
zur Benutzung bereit.First you choose which pair of trays the luggage volume
best records; then you bring the
Die Kofferschalen 41,42,51,52 weisen vorzugsweise im Bereich
der unteren Ecken Füße auf, die aus einer Kugel bestehen,
welche in einer an die Kofferschalen angeformten, halbkugelförmigen
Schale liegen. Die Kugeln bestehen vorzugsweise aus
Hartgummi oder Kunststoff. Sie haben gegenüber herkömmlichen
Kofferfüßen den Vorteil, keine Kratzer zu erzeugen.The
Claims (15)
- A case with a variable capacity, comprising a central part (10) which consists of just two stable frame halves (20,30) which are hinged to each other and serve as supports for only two shells (41,42;51,52) defining the case interior, each frame half (20,30) having a grip side (21,31), a hinge side (22,32) positioned opposite the grip side, and two opposing side parts (23,33), characterised in that each of the two shells (41,42;51,52) are detachably connected with their associated frame halves (20,30) of the central part (10), so that shells or different depth (41,42;51,52) can be used in conjuction with one and the same central part (10).
- A case according to claim 1, characterised in that each frame half (20,30) has means for fixing the shells (41,42:51,52) on at least three points.
- A case according to claim 1 or 2, characterised in that each frame half (20,30) has a groove (25,35) on the inside of the hinge side (22,32), in which a seam (46) of the relevant shell (41,42;51,52) engages, and at least a means for fixing the relevant shell (41,42;51,52) on the opposing grip side (21,31).
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the shells (41,42;51,52) have a circumferential seam (47) which abuts an inner circumferential edge of the associated frame half (20,30) and snaps in behind beads arranged parallel to the circumferential edge (24,34) in the associated frame half (20,30).
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the means for fixing the relevant shell (41,42;51,52) in the associated frame half (20,30) are provided by one of the following means or by a combination of at least two of these means: springs, hinges, cam strip, corner-clamping device, rocker, bolt and/or slide.
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that a recess (43) is provided in at least one shell (41,42;51,52) which may be closed by a pivotable cover (44) which substantially aligns with the outer contour of the shell (41,42;51,52).
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that a handle (13) without hinges and made of a tube-like, flexible material is detachably secured to the central part (10).
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that means (60) for fixing a shoulder strap (70) are provided in the side parts (23,33) of the frame halves (20,30).
- A case according to claim 8, characterised in that the fixing means (60) in each side part (23,33) comprise at least one slide rail (61,62) which runs parallel to the slide part and is recessed in the side part, the slide rail (60,62) having a stop (67,68) at its upper end close to the grip side (21,31) and being covered over one part of its width by at least one projecting fin (63,64) formed by the surface of the side part, so that complimentary catch means (72) arranged on a buckle (71) of the shoulder strap (70) may engage.
- A case according to claim 9, characterized in that, in order to mount the buckle (71) on the case, a recess (65,66) used for the insertion of the catch means (72) is provided in the fin (63,64), at the lower end of the slide rail (61,62), remote from the grip side (21,31).
- A case according to claim 9 or 10, characterised in that close to the stop (67,68) there are locking means (67a,68a) for the buckle (71) of the shoulder strap (70).
- A case according to one of claims 9 to 11, characterised in that the catch means (72) of the buckle (71) are metal tongues (72a,72b).
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the shells (41,42;51,52) are hard or soft shells.
- A case according to one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the shells (41,42;51,52) have roller castor feet within the region of the lower corners, which are mounted in integrally moulded, semi-spherical trays.
- A set of cases, comprising a case according to one of the previous claims, wherein at least two pairs of shells (41,42:51,52) of different depth are provided.
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