Classifications

• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
  • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
  • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
  • A45C13/18—Devices to prevent theft or loss of purses, luggage or hand carried bags
  • A45C13/22—Detachable handles; Handles foldable into the luggage
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
  • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
  • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
  • A45C13/26—Special adaptations of handles
  • A45C13/262—Special adaptations of handles for wheeled luggage
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
  • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
  • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
  • A45C13/26—Special adaptations of handles
  • A45C13/262—Special adaptations of handles for wheeled luggage
  • A45C2013/265—Special adaptations of handles for wheeled luggage the handle being adjustable in rotation to a towing element
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
  • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
  • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
  • A45C13/26—Special adaptations of handles
  • A45C13/262—Special adaptations of handles for wheeled luggage
  • A45C2013/267—Special adaptations of handles for wheeled luggage the handle being slidable, extractable and lockable in one or more positions

Definitions

• the present invention provides a structure for wheeled luggage designed to be pulled by the user 1 using a poigiîée telescopic.
• the invention proposes another improvement making it possible to increase the comfort and the handling of a suitcase with telescopic handle.
• the invention more particularly makes it possible to reduce the hand weight of a suitcase pulled using a telescopic device while adapting to the different sizes of users.
• the present invention relates to a device for rolling luggage consisting of a telescopic handle whose end is tiltable relative to the wall of the luggage to which the telescopic device is adjacent.
• the inclination of the tilting or pivoting handle associated with the length of the deployed telescopic handle makes it possible to maintain the center of gravity of the luggage above or almost above the rollers and therefore minimize the '' traction effort for the user.
• the invention thus consists in proposing a device which optimizes the orientation of the luggage during taxiing, in order to minimize the tractive effort and optimize the comfort of the user, and this independently of the size of this user.
• the degree of extension of the telescopic handle can be determined by the user by using a conventional device, for example a rack.
• an inverted U-shaped handle end is pivotable from a passive position parallel to the telescopic system to a position inclined relative to this system, this position being activated for towing the luggage.
• the pivoting of the U-shaped handle can be done from bottom to top or from top to bottom.
• the handle in the passive position, the handle is superimposed or inserted between the two telescopic tubes with which it is associated.
• the pivoting is limited for example by a concentric cam mechanism known per se.
• the weight of the luggage keeps the handle in the active position (inclined).
• a simple spring is able to return the handle to the passive position.
• the handle itself is a pivotable U-shaped handle disposed between the ends of two parallel telescopic tubes receiving the corresponding pivot axis, the assembly forming a frame inserted between these ends, essentially coplanar with said tubes.
• the pivoting in use, is of a well defined amplitude, for example between 100 and 135 °, preferably between 110 ° and 125 °, more preferably still about 117 °, relative to the plane of the telescopic tubes. This pivoting easily leads to an ideal position of the bag for its traction. In the absence of stress by the user, a spring device brings the handle in known manner in the plane of these two tubes.
• the pivot axis connected to the ends of the telescopic tubes can comprise, for example in its center, a knob for adjusting the degree of extension of the telescopic tubes, according to a mechanism known per se. Conventionally, this button can however be found elsewhere, including outside the handle itself, for example at the casing housing the telescopic system.
• the telescopic system can have in this case two parallel manual sockets, one constituted by the element of axis perpendicular to the end of the telescopic tubes and one the other by the pivoting grip-socket proper which is integral therewith.
• the branches of the inverted U handle can take different forms, for example by having a slight concave or convex curvature. It will also be understood that the U-shaped handle can be replaced by a trapezoidal handle, or even with rounded corners.
• the end handle of telescopic elements is a U-shaped element the plane of which is at least partially curved into the shape of a butt, pivotable handle disposed no longer between, but at the ends of the telescopic tubes receiving the corresponding pivot axis.
• the swiveling socket is superimposed on the two telescopic tubes without being inserted between them. In the absence of stress from the user, a conventional spring system brings the handle against the two tubes.
• the handle is a pivotable U-shaped handle whose branches are themselves capable of sliding in a segment of tube or telescopic guide.
• the pivoting can be activated and then blocked by any mechanism known per se.
• a simple button can be provided for locking and unlocking this tilting mechanism of the pivotable handle. This button can be found on the gripping element or on a housing in which the telescopic system is housed.
• the telescopic handle release button can be combined with this button or be provided independent of it.
• This handle with two branches can therefore be pulled upwards, until its two branches come into abutment at the upper end of the corresponding guide tubes where the joints are located.
• These guides can have a beveled edge to allow the inclination of the branches by rotation around a pivot support contained at the lower ends of said branches.
• the aforementioned guides can themselves constitute telescopic sections which are housed in a larger guide.
• the rotation can be blocked or unlocked by a simple mechanism, for example by pressing a button provided on the grip part.
• this button can press on the center of an internal flexible element, such as a blade, the ends of which are raised and cause the rods secured therein provided in the U-shaped branches perpendicular to the axis of the gripping element.
• the lower ends of the rods can thus be released from the locking holes provided in pivots secured to the ends of the branches and forming an axis of rotation.
• fig. 1 represents a pivotable handle according to a first embodiment, in the folded and deployed position
• FIG. 2 schematically illustrates the handles of FIG, 1 side view figs.
• 3A and 3B schematically illustrate the same handle according to the invention seen from above and seen from the front.
• FIG. 4A and 4B schematically illustrate the possible external aspects of a bag according to the invention, the handle seen from above and from the front
• fig. 5 is an exploded view of the various elements of the axis of a handle according to FIGS. preceding.
• figs. 7A-C illustrate a second embodiment of a pivoting handle according to the invention
• figs. 8A-F show different views of luggage according to the invention in different states
• FIG. 9A-B, 9C and 9D schematically illustrate a third embodiment of a device according to the invention
• fig. 11 illustrates a detail of the gripping device according to FIG. 9.
• FIG. 12 illustrates the traction of a baggage with the device of the invention for three users of different sizes
• FIG. 1 illustrates the external appearance of a pivotable handle according to a first embodiment of the invention.
• a telescopic system is distinguished in two sections 2, 20 with a frame 4, 4 *, 5, 8, one side 8 of which constitutes a pivot axis fixed between the ends of the telescopic tubes 2.
• the handle is in the plane of the telescopic tubes.
• the handle is in the use position, here at 117 ° relative to this plane. Note that the sides 5 and 8 constitute two different gripping elements for the user.
• Figs. 2A and 2B illustrate the device of FIG. 1 handle seen in profile in the retracted (A) and deployed (B) position.
• Figs. 3A and 3B illustrate in section the pivoting handle and the telescopic system seen from above (A) and from the side (B).
• a spring 7 for returning to the retracted position of the handle 5 as well as an adjustment knob 6 for the extension of the telescopic system, provided in the middle of the axis 8.
• Figs. 4A and 4B show the external appearance of the rear of the luggage according to two variants. At A, only the handle grip of the telescopic system is visible in the closed position, this system being inside or included in a housing. In B the swivel handle is fully exposed and can be used without the telescopic deployment.
• Fig. 5 is an exploded view of a detail of the handle according to the invention, namely the element 8 forming a pivot axis and taken for the user.
• the parts 3 pivotable in tension of the springs 7 are fixed to the sides 4, 4 ′, the ends of which include the handle 5 not shown.
• Fig. 6 illustrates, with the dimensional details, the telescopic device according to this first embodiment of the invention for three extension positions and in the folded state, each time for a suitcase of 70 cm (A) and 75 cm ( B).
• Figs 7A-C illustrate a detail of the handle according to a second alternative embodiment.
• the pivoting of the handle 80 around the axis 85 conventionally equipped with a rotation stop cam, is illustrated.
• This handle can be folded down along the telescopic guide.
• There is a spring 86 associated in a conventional manner with a pivot allowing, under the effect of a bias, the pivoting and automatic closing of the handle itself, the extent of the pivoting being limited to an angle of 110 to 130 °. , preferably 117 °.
• Figs. 8A-8P illustrate in more detail a suitcase according to this alternative embodiment, seen from above, from the front and from the side, in the latter case with three positions for extending the telescopic tube.
• a handle 70 which can be pivoted at the end of the telescopic tubes 70 in a U shape. Once raised, this handle is bent outwards.
• the extension position can be determined by the user using a wing device.
• Figs. 9A-D constitute a sectional profile diagram illustrating a third embodiment in which the tilting part of the handle can be housed in a telescopic section of the device.
• each rod 94 is engaged, through the pivot 97 surrounding a coaxial cylindrical support 98 of the joint, in a blocking hole provided on this pivot support 98.
• FIGS. 11A and 11B, 11C and 11D The circled details shown in fig. 10 A ', C, D' illustrate the pivot, the concentric pivot support and the end of a rod, in parallel locking position, in unlocking position and in inclined locked position corresponding to FIGS. 11A and 11B, 11C and 11D respectively.
• the classic system of notches and lugs in an arc (“concentric cams") limits the possible extent of pivoting.
• Fig. 11 schematically illustrates a front view of the manual gripping element of the U-shaped handle provided with a press button 95 pressing on an element 100, for example a blade, flexible on fixed supports 101 and 101 ′ and whose ends 102 and 102 ', under the effect of pressing the button, straighten and drive the rods thus allowing the release.
• Fig. 12 illustrates three extensions of the telescopic system with the pivoting handle deployed at a well-defined angle, here 117 °, for luggage according to the invention and according to the size of the user.
• This diagram can be applied for the three above-mentioned embodiments, the reference numerals however referring to the first mode.
• the telescopic system can be fully retracted.
• the telescopic system can be fully retracted.
• the telescopic system is partially deployed and for a taller person (C, C), the telescopic system tube can be even more out of its guide, to an extreme position.
• the ideal position can thus be obtained regardless of the size of the user.

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