EP2593758A1 - Poignée - Google Patents
PoignéeInfo
- Publication number
- EP2593758A1 EP2593758A1 EP11721568.1A EP11721568A EP2593758A1 EP 2593758 A1 EP2593758 A1 EP 2593758A1 EP 11721568 A EP11721568 A EP 11721568A EP 2593758 A1 EP2593758 A1 EP 2593758A1
- Authority
- EP
- European Patent Office
- Prior art keywords
- handle
- item
- luggage
- display means
- strain gauge
- Prior art date
- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
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Classifications
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- G—PHYSICS
- G01—MEASURING; TESTING
- G01G—WEIGHING
- G01G19/00—Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in the preceding groups
- G01G19/52—Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. furniture
- G01G19/58—Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. furniture combined with handles of suit-cases or trunks
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
- A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
- A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
- A45C13/26—Special adaptations of handles
- A45C13/28—Combinations of handles with other devices
Definitions
- the present invention relates to a handle, and, more particularly, to a handle that enables the weight of an item of luggage to be measured.
- Various means of measuring the weight of an item of luggage are known, including the use of an external weighing mechanism and weighing mechanisms that are integrated within an item of luggage.
- the simplest external weighing mechanism is a set of scales, but other external weighing mechanisms specifically designed for use with an item of luggage have also been developed.
- GB 2411966 discloses an electronic weighing device that may be used to lift an item of luggage by way of a strap releaseably fitted around the handle of the item of luggage.
- external weighing mechanisms have an inherent disadvantage in that a user is required to carry a separate device with them to wherever they may wish or need to measure the weight of the suitcase.
- Known weighing mechanisms that are integrated within an item of luggage include mechanisms using springs and load sensors.
- US 3090454 discloses a handle for use with an item of luggage, in which a weighing mechanism comprising springs is built into the handle. Lifting an item of luggage with a handle according to US '454 causes the weight of the item of luggage to be displayed mechanically. However, such a device is inaccurate and the mechanical display would be difficult for a user to read. Even more recent developments tend to suffer from multiple disadvantages.
- US 2006/0266563 discloses a weighing mechanism comprising one or more load sensors that are built into the base or the top surface of an item of luggage.
- the present invention seeks to provides an improved handle that overcomes many of the disadvantages associated with prior art mechanisms for weighing an item of luggage.
- a handle for use with an item of luggage comprising an outer part, at least one inner bar and at least one strain gauge, wherein the at least one inner bar extends out from within the outer part at each end of the handle such that the item of luggage may be attached to the handle using the at least one inner bar, the arrangement being such that when an item of luggage is lifted using the handle, the weight of the suitcase is measured using the at least one strain gauge.
- the outer part is an outer shell.
- the outer shell may be made out of any durable material, such as a hard plastic or a metal.
- a hard plastic outer shell provides a robust handle whilst helping to minimise its weight.
- the outer shell may be ergonomically designed, may comprise a textured outer surface and/or may comprise an additional outer layer, such as rubber, to improve grip.
- the at least one inner bar may be made out of any durable material, such as a hard plastic or a metal.
- the at least one inner bar may be a continuous bar extending from one end of the handle to the other with the at least one strain gauge mounted on the continuous bar or within a recess in the continuous bar.
- the at least one inner bar may comprise two parts linked by the at least one strain gauge.
- the at least one inner bar may be maintained in a fixed position within the outer shell by the close fit of parts of the outer shape of the at least one inner bar with parts of the internal shape of the outer shell.
- the at least one inner bar may also be maintained in a fixed position within the outer shell by the close fit of parts of the outer shape of the at least one strain gauge with parts of the internal shape of the outer shell.
- the handle comprises a single strain gauge.
- the strain gauge may be connected to a printed circuit board that converts the signal from the strain gauge into a weight measurement.
- the handle of the present invention may also comprise display means for displaying the weight of the item of luggage. Suitable display means include a liquid crystal display.
- the weight may be displayed in any unit of measurement and the display means may comprise a button to switch between different units of measurement, e.g. between kilograms and pounds.
- the display means may be protected by a retractable cover to prevent the display means being damaged at times when it is not necessary to weigh the item of luggage, e.g. when the item of luggage is being processed by baggage handlers at an airport.
- the retractable cover may be designed to retract such that it is housed within the outer shell and may comprise two parts that move away from each other as they retract to uncover the display means.
- the handle of the present invention may also comprise a battery to supply power to the weighing mechanism and/or the display means.
- the battery may be stored behind a removable cover to ensure that the battery may readily be changed.
- the handle may also comprise an on/off switch to improve battery life.
- a suitcase comprising the handle of the present invention.
- Any item of luggage incorporating a handle may be covered by the present invention, for example the item of luggage may be a suitcase, a rucksack, a bag, a trunk or a briefcase.
- the item of luggage may also comprise display means for displaying the weight of the item of luggage either in addition to or instead of the display means that may be present in the handle.
- display means suitable for use with the handle include a liquid crystal display.
- the display means suitable for use with the item of luggage may be protected by a retractable cover, may display the weight in any unit of measurement and may comprise a button to switch between different units of measurement.
- the item of luggage may be designed such that the handle can pivot between an upstanding position and a flat position.
- the item of luggage will comprise a recess, the recess being shaped such that when the handle is in the flat position it is located within the recess. This helps ensure the handle is not damaged when it is not in use.
- the at least one inner bar may be attached to the item of luggage by any suitable means, such as springs, pins, spigots and/or pegs.
- the pivot point of the handle may be extended inwards (towards the middle of the handle) to help distribute the weight of the item of luggage.
- Figure 1 is a view of the inside of a handle according to the present invention.
- Figure 2 is a close up of a part of Figure 1.
Abstract
La présente invention concerne une poignée pour un bagage. La poignée comprend une coque externe, au moins une barre interne, et au moins une jauge de déformation. La ou les barres internes s'étendent vers l'extérieur depuis l'intérieur de la coque externe à chaque extrémité de la poignée de façon à ce que le bagage puisse être attaché à la poignée en utilisant la ou les barres internes. L'agencement permet, en soulevant un bagage à l'aide de la poignée, de mesurer le poids de la valise en utilisant la ou les jauges de déformation.
Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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GBGB1007263.5A GB201007263D0 (en) | 2010-04-30 | 2010-04-30 | Handle |
PCT/GB2011/000674 WO2011135317A1 (fr) | 2010-04-30 | 2011-04-28 | Poignée |
Publications (1)
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EP2593758A1 true EP2593758A1 (fr) | 2013-05-22 |
Family
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Family Applications (1)
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EP11721568.1A Withdrawn EP2593758A1 (fr) | 2010-04-30 | 2011-04-28 | Poignée |
Country Status (5)
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US (1) | US20130037363A1 (fr) |
EP (1) | EP2593758A1 (fr) |
CN (1) | CN103038615A (fr) |
GB (1) | GB201007263D0 (fr) |
WO (1) | WO2011135317A1 (fr) |
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WO2018046018A1 (fr) * | 2016-09-12 | 2018-03-15 | Suzhou Swandoo Children's Articles Co., Ltd. | Détection de poids de dispositif de transport d'enfant |
Citations (1)
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2010
- 2010-04-30 GB GBGB1007263.5A patent/GB201007263D0/en not_active Ceased
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2011
- 2011-04-28 US US13/695,183 patent/US20130037363A1/en not_active Abandoned
- 2011-04-28 WO PCT/GB2011/000674 patent/WO2011135317A1/fr active Application Filing
- 2011-04-28 EP EP11721568.1A patent/EP2593758A1/fr not_active Withdrawn
- 2011-04-28 CN CN2011800317105A patent/CN103038615A/zh active Pending
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US20070007048A1 (en) * | 2005-07-05 | 2007-01-11 | Michael Gill | Luggage scale |
Also Published As
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WO2011135317A1 (fr) | 2011-11-03 |
US20130037363A1 (en) | 2013-02-14 |
GB201007263D0 (en) | 2010-06-16 |
CN103038615A (zh) | 2013-04-10 |
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