EP2954799A1 - Suitcase shell or suitcase with integrated holding device and method of manufacture - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a case shell (20) for a case (10; 10a; 10b), in particular a rear shell arranged at least partially in a plane, wherein the case shell (20) is formed from a structurally rigid hard material and is arranged to have a predetermined geometry of the case at least partially define, wherein the case shell (20) has a structurally rigid and offset or sunk arranged attachment point (20c) arranged for stationary fixing a storage device (30) adapted for receiving an object, wherein the attachment point (20c) is arranged by the storage device (30) to forward the forces exerted on the case shell (20) forces at least one predefined force application point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell (20). Furthermore, the invention relates to a suitcase with such a case shell. Furthermore, the invention relates to a manufacturing method for such a case shell or such a suitcase.

Description

The present invention relates to a case for a suitcase, e.g. a back shell of a structurally rigid hard material, which at least partially defines a predetermined geometry of the suitcase. The present invention further relates to a suitcase, in particular a trolley, which comprises at least one case shell with an outer contour which at least partially defines a bearing surface of the suitcase. The present invention further relates to a manufacturing method for such a case made of hard material or a manufacturing method for a case with such a case shell. The present invention particularly relates to a suitcase shell with individual features of claim 1 a suitcase with individual features of the corresponding independent device claim, and a manufacturing method with individual features of the corresponding independent method claim.

For some time, luggage or suitcases have been designed that have a variety of subjects, pockets or storage options. On a journey there are often waiting times in which a traveler must supervise his suitcase. It is convenient if the traveler has smaller items, e.g. Brochures or books or a mobile phone, in the meantime can put on the suitcase, especially at an advantageous height easily accessible at "vertical luggage". For this purpose, suitable compartments or bags can also be provided in rollable trolleys.

It has been shown that it is advantageous to be able to store some objects in a certain orientation or at a certain position as safely as possible. However, this is not possible with many suitcases, especially in Weichschalenkoffern, because the subjects or storage options are usually made of a soft, unstable material. The patent application US 2010/0252383 A1 describes a suitcase without rollers with a zippered side pocket, which is adapted to receive a bottle or a coffee mug.

The patent application US 2006/0037825 A1 describes a gimbaled device which can be attached to the side of the suitcase in a corresponding receptacle or between two rods of a drawbar.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a device or arrangement for a suitcase, by means of which the preferably intermediate storage or storage of an article on the suitcase can be facilitated. In particular, the object is to design the device or arrangement in such a way that a shelf can be provided with an orientation that is as precisely predefined as possible, in particular in an easily accessible position, and in particular also such that the device or arrangement does not impair further functions of the case. The object can also be seen to increase the functionality of the case, without standard functions such. ease of handling, ruggedness or packing volume.

This object is achieved by a case shell for a suitcase, in particular by a rear shell arranged at least partially in a plane, wherein the case shell is formed from a structurally rigid hard material and is arranged to at least partially define a predetermined geometry of the suitcase, the case shell being structurally rigid and displaced or sunk arranged attachment point set up for fixedly attaching a storage device equipped for (preferably only temporarily) receiving an object, wherein the attachment point is arranged, applied from the storage device on the case shell forces at least one predefined force introduction point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell forward. In this way, an integration of the storage device can be made possible in the case shell. The case shell can be provided for a variety of different types of luggage. Preferably, the case shell extends substantially in a height direction, wherein the attachment point is preferably integrated in a depth direction offset to an outer contour in the case shell. The attachment point can be arranged sunk in the case shell such that a cavity for preferably complete reception of the storage device can be provided.

As a suitcase shell is preferably a structurally rigid component to understand that stabilizes the case and, for example, framed or bounded by two halves of the case. The case shell may be covered with a textile material, in particular for the purpose of better feel or appearance. The case shell is preferably in one piece, but may also be composed of several components, and may then be referred to as a case shell part. The case shell can include a floor structure. The case shell can also be provided for a suitcase, which is largely formed of soft material. The case shell can act in the manner of a reinforcing plate for the storage device.

As a hard material is preferably a moldable material to understand, which is no longer elastic or plastically deformable in the molded state. The hard material is intended to cushion shocks and ensure the predefined geometry of the suitcase. For example, ABS, polycarbonate, PE (polyethylene), or another plastic material can be used, in particular a plastic material which can ensure a desired stiffness for a particular suitcase type after curing.

As an attachment point is preferably a surface portion or more points to understand what a stationary coupling can be done in a predefined position on the case shell, for example by means of fasteners in the form of screws, or by an at least partially cohesive connection. The attachment point allows the storage device to be firmly fixed to the case shell, in particular in such a way that no relative movement takes place at the attachment point. The fastening point can also be designed as a mounting device designed for reversible mounting / dismounting of the storage device. The attachment can be done for example by means of rivets or screws, so by riveting or screwing. Preferably, the attachment point allows to permanently attach the storage device to the case shell and more preferably to integrate into the case shell. Optionally, a preferably tool-free latching mechanism can be used or a gripping or trapping done, in particular such that a customer can hold several types of storage facilities and the Depending on the journey, suitcases can be equipped with one or more specific storage devices.

As a storage device is preferably a means to understand, by means of which an object can be stored in a predefined orientation and kept as safe as possible. Preferably, the storage device is a cup holder, in particular of structurally stiff material, and is adapted to hold a cup or a bottle. However, the storage device may also be adapted to hold other items, e.g. a mobile phone, a navigation system, a map with directions, or a keychain. Preferably, the storage device has at least one flat, at least partially planar, bottom, which can be arranged in an at least approximately horizontal orientation. Preferably, the floor is hinged.

It has been found that most cases have at least one hard shell or any hard structural member to which the tray can be coupled. Preferably, the coupling or attachment takes place on a back shell. As a result, the storage device is easily accessible, especially when rolling the suitcase, especially as a "vertical luggage".

Typically, two trays make up the case, with each tray providing a certain amount of packing. The dishes may e.g. be connected to each other by means of a circumferential zipper. A bilateral Bepacken is possible by opening the zipper and unfolding the shells.

Most of the cases also have a telescopic rod with a handle on which these cases can be pulled or pushed.

There are also also various cases available, which are at least partially made of soft material, especially soft upper. These cases then have one or more "soft sides". Such soft case or plastic case may have only a hard shell or hard structure, which is also provided on a lower edge or bottom of the case. In the case of a soft luggage item, a large number of criteria must be observed. On the one hand, some have to be stiff Elements or trays are provided so that the soft luggage in a vertical arrangement or when rolling is torsionally rigid, on the other hand, hard shells or plates should be avoided as possible, because they adversely affect the weight or flexibility or variability when packing or handling ,

According to one embodiment, the case shell has an outer contour, which defines a support surface, wherein the attachment point is arranged offset inwardly to the support surface, in particular an orthogonal to the depth direction at least partially flat in a plane arranged support surface, wherein the attachment point is offset in the depth direction inwards , In this way, an integration can take place such that the storage device can be provided in combination with the support surface and does not affect the function of the support surface. Optionally, the storage device may form part of the support surface. Insbesondre a flush "sinking" of the storage device can be achieved.

Preferably, the outer contour defines a main side or a narrow side of the suitcase. The outer contour can be substantially planar. The suitcase is preferably storable on the outer contour.

As outer contour is preferably a level of the case shell to understand, which is accessible from the outside and defines a most outward outside of the case. The outer contour is for example arranged strictly in a geometric plane (in particular the xz plane) (outer plane), but may also have a slight (in particular outwardly convex) curvature. The outer contour does not necessarily have to be two-dimensional, but may also have a (comparatively small) three-dimensional extent, in particular in the depth direction.

According to one embodiment, the case shell has an inner recess, which is offset to a case inside, for integrating the depositing device into the case shell, on which the attachment point is formed. The inner recess is preferably formed geometrically corresponding to the storage device. Preferably, the inner recess is formed trough-like. Preferably, the inner recess is formed by an outer side or outer surface of the case shell and also forms the outer contour. Preferably, the Inner recess in one piece with the case shell, at least in one piece with adjacent sections of the case shell. Preferably, the inner recess is integrally provided on the case shell. Preferably, a plurality of fasteners / attachment points are arranged in the attachment point, in particular centrally on the outer surface in the inner recess and / or distributed over the surface of the inner recess, so that a particular folding storage device can be fixed inwardly stably fixed to the outer surface of the case shell. For example, the storage device has a rectangular rear wall / rear plate, which has at least approximately the same dimensions and / or the same contour as the inner recess. Preferably, the inner recess has a depth, which corresponds to a thickness / depth extension of the storage device, in particular a thickness / depth extension in a folded state. A preferably flush integration of the storage device provides the advantage that the case can be handled as usual, and that the storage device can not get caught on other objects (especially suitcases).

As inner recess is preferably to understand a portion of the case shell, which is arranged offset inwards to the outer contour. The receptacle can together with the depression form a cavity, which is formed both geometrically corresponding to the telescopic linkage and geometrically corresponding to the depositing device.

According to a variant, the case shell has a plurality of surface sections offset from one another in a depth direction, which define a depth section of the case shell in which a receptacle and / or an inner recess is formed. The depth portion has a maximum depth extension of the case shell, at least with respect to the plane in which the case shell is substantially disposed.

According to one embodiment, the case shell on a concave inwardly curved inner recess, which is integrally formed integrally in the case shell. Preferably, the case shell is a molded part, on which the inner recess is formed by a shaping process. This type of case shell can have a good tightness and ensure good rigidity. An additional reinforcement plate to introduce forces from the storage device into the case is not required. Also, the inner recess may be provided in the same manufacturing step. The cost of such a case shell with additional inner recess can be kept low. The inner recess may even increase the stiffness of the case shell, particularly through corrugations or bends that are aligned with respect to prevailing force flow paths.

According to one embodiment, the attachment point has an at least partially planar contact surface, which is preferably formed geometrically corresponding to a flat back plate of the storage device. This allows attachment and support in a stable manner.

According to one embodiment, the fastening point comprises fastening means, in particular a bore and / or a clamp and / or a rear engagement and / or latching means, wherein the fastening means are preferably formed on one / the outer contour of the case shell or integrated into the case shell. The attachment means may e.g. be designed as blind holes, in particular to prevent moisture entry into the suitcase.

According to one exemplary embodiment, the case shell has at least one receptacle for a telescopic linkage or a telescopic linkage integrated into the receptacle, wherein the attachment point is arranged adjacent to the receptacle or between two receptacles, preferably centrically with respect to a lateral extent of the suitcase shell , This allows integration in a convenient way and can ensure good accessibility of the filing device. The attachment point is preferably arranged offset to a case interior towards the recessed integration of the storage device in the case shell. The integration can be carried out flat in the case shell. The storage device and the telescopic rod can be arranged flush adjacent to the outer contour in the same plane as the support surface or slightly offset inwardly from the support surface. Preferably, the inner recess is arranged together with the / the receptacle (s) in the same depth section, so that a depth extension of the case shell does not need to be increased. Preferably, the respective receptacle is integral with the case shell. The receptacle and the inner recess can be provided in the same shaping process or forming process. In this case, the receptacle is preferably a cavity accessible from the outside or the inside or a region of the case shell which is geometrically corresponding to the telescopic linkage and in which the telescopic linkage can be arranged, in particular such that it is in relation to the outside contour does not protrude. The receptacle may comprise fastening means for attaching the telescopic linkage. The receptacle may be formed, for example, as a recess inwards or as a recess.

According to one embodiment, the case shell is designed as a at least partially arranged in a plane case shell, in particular rear shell, from a structurally rigid hard material and adapted to define a predetermined geometry of the suitcase at least partially, the case shell a structurally rigid and sunk arranged attachment site set up for stationary fastening a storage device configured to receive an object, wherein the attachment point is adapted to pass from the storage device on the case shell forces transmitted to at least one predefined force application point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell, the case shell having an outer contour defining a support surface, and wherein the attachment point is arranged in a depth direction inwardly offset from the support surface, wherein the case shell to one egg Inside the case interior staggered inner recess for integrating the storage device into the case shell, on which the attachment point is formed, wherein the attachment point has an at least partially planar contact surface, wherein the contact surface and the support surface form an outer contour of the case shell. Such a case shell results in a variety of the aforementioned advantages.

The aforementioned object is also achieved by a suitcase, in particular a trolley, wherein the suitcase comprises: at least one case shell with an outer contour which at least partially defines a bearing surface of the suitcase, in particular a case shell according to the invention; wherein the case has a storage device adapted to (preferably only temporarily / temporarily) receiving an object which is fixed to the case shell attached to the case shell and is integrated in an inner recess of the case shell or can be integrated. This allows a storage device in a simple manner be integrated into a structurally rigid shell, so that the case has a wider range of functions without other functions are impaired.

Preferably, the storage device at least partially forms the support surface, in particular in the entire section / area in which the storage device is arranged on the case shell.

The depositing device, in particular an outer side of the depositing device, is preferably arranged on the outer contour or more inwardly than the supporting surface, in particular in a folded state.

The depth extension of the depositing device is preferably smaller than the depth extent of the inner recess. In this way, the storage device can be completely integrated into the case shell, namely in a depth section between a respectively defined by the case shell bearing surface and an inner plane.

Preferably, the inner recess is arranged in an area / section which corresponds to an upper half of the case shell when the luggage is upright arranged as a "vertical piece of luggage", more preferably to an upper third. This allows good accessibility, especially without bending over.

As a side surface is to be understood as a main page or a narrow side, preferably a rear main page. According to a variant, the case has a front part and a rear part, which respectively form a main side of the case, wherein the case shell is arranged on the front part and / or on the rear part.

Preferably, the trolley has a bottom, on which two or four rollers are arranged, on which the trolley in a tilted state or as a "vertical luggage" is rollable. More preferably, the trolley on four roles, so that the trolley can be rolled even if an open drink such as a coffee mug is arranged in the storage device. This can ensure a high degree of mobility in conjunction with a high level of travel comfort.

According to one embodiment, the storage device is a fold-out cup holder, in particular with a fold-out bottom and / or a fold-out lid with a recess. Preferably, the diameter of the recess at least approximately corresponds to the diameter of a geometrically corresponding to the recess formed bottom portion of the bottom. Optionally, the fold-out cup holder exclusively have a bottom or a lid with a recess. The beverage can then be kept in the recess, provided that it has a conical shape.

According to one exemplary embodiment, the depositing device is a fold-out cup holder with a rear plate fastened to the inner recess and a lid which can be folded out relative to the back plate and a bottom which can be folded out relative to the back plate. Preferably, an upper side of the lid is embodied geometrically corresponding to an underside of the base such that the upper side and lower side form an outer side of the depositing device in a folded state, in particular a rear side, preferably an at least approximately flat rear side.

Preferably, the lid is folded up. This facilitates a flush, integrated arrangement. The lid can be formed in a simple manner in terms of area larger than the bottom, whereby in the lid in a simple manner a recess for receiving e.g. a coffee mug can be provided. Preferably, the storage device has latching means, which ensure engagement in a folded or stowed position. Preferably, the locking means are provided on the back plate and / or the lid.

Preferably, the lid is so in mechanical and kinematic operative connection with the ground, that when the lid is folded and the bottom is unfolded, in particular downwards. This allows the unfolding of the storage device with one hand and done in a simple manner.

According to one embodiment, the case has a telescopic rod with at least one rod, preferably two rods, which is arranged together with the storage device in a depth portion of the case shell, wherein the storage device is preferably arranged between the two rods, and wherein an outer side surface the telescopic linkage is preferably arranged in an outer plane defined by a bottom and / or a lid of the depositing device, or more externally than the outer plane. As a result, the storage device can be protected by the telescopic linkage. Preferably, the outer side surface is arranged in the plane of the support surface or further inwardly than the support surface. In this way, an outer contour can be provided, which is essentially flat. Projections or undercuts are caused neither by the storage device nor by the telescopic linkage.

The telescopic linkage may e.g. be designed as a one-arm linkage or one-rod linkage.

Preferably, the storage device and / or the telescopic linkage are integrated into the case shell in such a way that the storage device and / or the telescopic linkage together with the case shell define the support surface, in particular an at least approximately planar support surface or a slightly convex outwardly curved support surface. Preferably, the telescopic linkage on an outer side surface, which is located further out than an outer surface of the storage device (in particular in the folded state). As a result, the storage device can be protected by the side surfaces, in particular in an arrangement between two rods.

In the event that the case has a telescopic linkage with two vertical bars and a vertical rod / orthogonal horizontal bar / handle bar, the inner recess is preferably located in a range / section as close to the position of the handle bar with telescoped telescopic linkage, so as far as possible above the poles of the telescopic linkage. This allows for convenient integration and accessibility, especially without bending over. Also, a coffee mug can be grabbed where a traveler must also grab the handlebar. This simplifies handling, especially for large suitcases, since the traveler can stay in a certain relative position to the suitcase.

According to one embodiment, the case comprises at least one case shell with an outer contour which at least partially defines a support surface of the case, and a storage device adapted for receiving an object; the case shell a structurally rigid and offset or sunk arranged attachment point set up for stationary fastening of the storage device, wherein the attachment point is adapted to pass from the storage device on the case shell forces transmitted to at least one predefined force introduction point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell, the storage device fixed to the case shell is attached to the case shell and is integrated into an inner recess of the case shell and at least partially on the outer contour to the plant, wherein the case has a telescopic rod with at least one rod which is arranged on the case shell and defines a depth portion of the case shell, wherein the storage device is arranged in the depth section, in particular between two rods, wherein the storage device fasten a fold-out cup holder with a on the inner recess gten backplate and a fold-out bottom and a fold-out lid, wherein the lid is folded up and is in mechanical or kinematic operative connection with the ground that when folding the lid and the bottom is unfolded, especially downwards. By such a case, a variety of the aforementioned advantages arise.

1. a) Bereitstellen von Hartmaterial;
2. b) Ausbilden, insbesondere Formen des Hartmaterials zu einer struktursteifen Kofferschale;
3. c) Ausbilden einer Innenvertiefung derart an der Kofferschale, insbesondere an einer Außenseite oder Außenkontur, und insbesondere beim Formen, dass die Innenvertiefung eingerichtet ist, eine Ablageeinrichtung in Form eines Getränkehalters aufzunehmen; und
4. d) Ausbilden einer Befestigungsstelle derart in der Innenvertiefung, dass die Befestigungsstelle eingerichtet ist zum ortsfesten Befestigen der Ablageeinrichtung, insbesondere an der Außenseite/Außenkontur der Kofferschale. Die Schritte b) und c) oder auch die Schritte c) und d) können dabei auch in Verbindung miteinander als ein zusammenhängender Schritt durchgeführt werden. Bevorzugt werden die Schritte b) und c) zusammen in einem Formgebungsschritt durchgeführt. Das Hartmaterial kann dabei bevorzugt einstückig sein. Die Kofferschale kann aber auch dadurch ausgebildet werden, dass mehrere Teile aneinander montiert werden. Die Kofferschale kann z.B. durch Einspritzen (insbesondere bei ABS-Material) oder durch Erhitzen und Verformen (insbesondere bei Polycarbonat-Material) hergestellt werden.

The aforementioned object is also achieved by a method for producing a case shell, in particular a case shell according to the invention, comprising at least the following steps:

1. a) providing hard material;
2. b) forming, in particular forms the hard material into a structurally rigid case shell;
3. c) forming an inner recess in such a way on the case shell, in particular on an outer or outer contour, and in particular during molding, that the inner recess is adapted to receive a storage device in the form of a beverage holder; and
4. d) forming an attachment point in such a way in the inner recess, that the attachment point is adapted for fixed fixing of the storage device, in particular on the outer side / outer contour of the case shell. The steps b) and c) or else the steps c) and d) can also be carried out in conjunction with one another as a coherent step. Preferably, steps b) and c) are carried out together in a shaping step. The hard material may preferably be in one piece. The case shell can also be formed by several parts are mounted together. The case shell can eg by injection (especially with ABS material) or by heating and molding (especially with polycarbonate material).

1. A) Bereitstellen einer Kofferschale mit einer in einer Innenvertiefung angeordneten Befestigungsstelle eingerichtet zum ortsfesten Befestigen einer Ablageeinrichtung, insbesondere einer erfindungsgemäßen Kofferschale;
2. B) Befestigen der Ablageeinrichtung an der Befestigungsstelle an der Kofferschale;
3. C) Integrieren der Ablageeinrichtung von außen in die Innenvertiefung, insbesondere flächenbündig zu einer durch die Kofferschale definierten Außenkontur, wobei die Ablageeinrichtung (30) bevorzugt ein Getränkehalter ist; und wahlweise zusätzlich
4. D) Befestigen und Integrieren eines Teleskopgestänges in wenigstens einer Aufnahme der Kofferschale, insbesondere angrenzend an die Innenvertiefung oder beidseitig von der Innenvertiefung. Die Schritte B) und C) können dabei auch in Verbindung miteinander durchgeführt werden.

The aforementioned object is also achieved by a method for producing a suitcase, in particular a suitcase according to the invention, comprising at least the following steps:

1. A) providing a case shell with an arranged in an inner recess attachment point adapted for fixedly attaching a storage device, in particular a case shell according to the invention;
2. B) attaching the storage device at the attachment point to the case shell;
3. C) integrating the storage device from the outside into the inner recess, in particular flush with an outer contour defined by the case shell, wherein the storage device (30) is preferably a beverage holder; and optionally in addition
4. D) fastening and integrating a telescopic linkage in at least one receptacle of the case shell, in particular adjacent to the inner recess or on both sides of the inner recess. The steps B) and C) can also be carried out in conjunction with each other.

The attachment of the storage device may be e.g. by jamming, latching, screwing or riveting done. The integration can e.g. done by folding. When integrating the storage device is preferably arranged completely in such a way in the inner recess, that the storage device is not protruding from the inner recess.

Optionally, the telescoping linkage may be integrated into the case shell in the same manner as the depositing device, e.g. from the outside of the case shell in designated trough-like or half-shell-like shots. The steps C) and D) can be carried out in any order.

Figur 1

in schematischer Darstellung in perspektivischer Ansicht eine Ablageeinrichtung in Form eines ausklappbaren Getränkehalters, welche eingerichtet ist, an einer erfindungsgemäßen Kofferschale angeordnet zu werden;

Figur 2

in schematischer Darstellung in Draufsicht den in Fig. 1 gezeigten Getränkehalter;

Figur 3A, 3B

in schematischer Darstellung in einer Seitenansicht und einer Schnittansicht gemäß Schnitt A-A eine Kofferschale gemäß einem Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung;

Figur 4

in schematischer Darstellung in einer Seitenansicht einen Hartschalen-Koffer gemäß einem Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung;

Figur 5A, 5B

jeweils in schematischer Darstellung in einer Seitenansicht einen Koffer gemäß einem weiteren Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung;

Figur 6A, 6B

in schematischer Darstellung in perspektivischer Ansicht und in einer Seitenansicht einen Koffer gemäß einem weiteren Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung; und

Figur 7

in schematischer Darstellung in einer Seitenansicht einen zumindest teilweise aus Weichmaterial ausgebildeten Koffer gemäß einem weiteren Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung.

In the following drawing figures, the invention will be explained in more detail with reference to embodiments. Show it:

FIG. 1

in a schematic representation in perspective view of a storage device in the form of a fold-out cup holder, which is adapted to be arranged on a case shell according to the invention;

FIG. 2

in a schematic representation in plan view the in Fig. 1 shown cup holders;

Figure 3A, 3B

in a schematic representation in a side view and a sectional view along section AA a case shell according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 4

in a schematic representation in a side view of a hard case case according to an embodiment of the invention;

Figure 5A, 5B

each in a schematic representation in a side view of a suitcase according to another embodiment of the invention;

Figure 6A, 6B

in a schematic representation in perspective view and in a side view of a suitcase according to another embodiment of the invention; and

FIG. 7

in a schematic representation in a side view of an at least partially formed of soft material suitcases according to another embodiment of the invention.

In connection with the description of the following figures, reference numbers, if not explicitly explained in individual figures, refer to the further figures.

In the FIG. 1 a storage device 30 is shown, which is designed as a fold-out cup holder. The depositing device 30 has a back plate 31 with attachment means 31.1 (in particular through-holes) and an at least partially planar outer side / outer surface 31.2. At the top of the rear plate 31, a lid 33 is relatively to the rear plate 31 pivotally mounted in a first rotational direction, and at the bottom of the rear plate 31, a bottom 32 is pivotally mounted relative to the back plate 31 in a second direction opposite to the first direction. The lid 33 has a recess 33.1, which is preferably formed geometrically corresponding to a bottom or a portion / region of the underside of the bottom 32. In this recess 33.1, a drink can be kept, and the drink can also be parked on the floor 32. The storage device 30 can be unfolded with one hand by pulling a traveler on the handle 33.2 or tab. For folding only pressure from above on the lid 33 must be exercised. The operation of the storage device 30 can be done ergonomically and one-handed.

In the FIG. 2 In addition, a bottom 32.1 of the bottom 32 is shown. The underside 32.1 or the corresponding lower surface portion is circular and has a diameter smaller than the diameter of the recess 33.1. In this way, the storage device 30 can be folded into a particularly flat arrangement and can be conveniently integrated into a suitcase shell. The cover 33 surrounds or frames the bottom 32 in such a way that cover 33 and bottom 32 can be arranged at least partially in the same plane, in particular a top 33.3 of the cover and the bottom 32.1 of the bottom.

In the FIGS. 3A, 3B a case shell 20 is shown, in which a storage device 30 can be integrated. The case shell 20 has an inner recess 20b, which extends inwardly from a support surface 20d.1 and has a depth Y1, which is preferably at least approximately as large as a depth extension of the storage device 30 in the folded (fully integrated) state. In the inner recess 20, the storage device 30 can be arranged, as indicated by the dashed line. The inner recess 20b defines an attachment point 20c and a flat abutment surface 20c.2. At the contact surface 20c.2, the back plate of the storage device 30 can be brought to bear and be supported structurally rigid in a predefined mounting position. In this way, the storage device 30 can be given the desired stability, for example, to forward forces or moments of large beverage bottles in the case shell 20. The contact surface 20c.2 and the support surface 20d.1 form an outer contour 20d of the case shell.

In the attachment site 20c, one or more attachment means 20c.1 are arranged, e.g. Through holes or internal thread to which the storage device 30 can be attached. The fastening means 20c.1 are preferably arranged on the contact surface 20c.2, so that a force or a moment can be transmitted directly to the contact surface 20c.2. By means of the fastening means 20c.1, the depositing device 30 can be pressed against the contact surface 20c.2. The fastening means 20c.1 may also be designed in the form of a surface section set up for material adhesion. Preferably, however, is a fastening means 20c.1, which is set up for a reversible positive and / or non-positive fastening.

In the case shell 20 may be formed on the inner recess 20b, a recess 20b.1, in which a handle (a handle) 33.2 of the storage device 30 can be arranged. The indentation 20b.1 is preferably formed geometrically corresponding to the handle 33.2.

The case shell 20 also has two receptacles 20a for receiving a telescopic linkage. The receptacles 20a are each integrated in the case shell 20. The case shell 20 defines a depth portion Y20 in which both the seats 20a and the inner recess 20b are disposed. The receptacles 20a each have a depth Y2 which is smaller than the depth section Y20. The depth Y1 is smaller than the depth portion Y20 (and optionally smaller than the depth Y2), so that the tray 30 can be fully integrated into the case shell 20 without having to make the case shell 20 thicker / deeper than any other way, e.g. with regard to the integrated receptacles 20a required.

The case shell 20 extends substantially in a height direction z and defines by means of the outer contour 20d at least partially a main side and / or a narrow side of a suitcase.

In the FIG. 4 a hard shell case 10 is shown, which is essentially formed of two parts, namely a front part 12 and a rear part 13. Both parts 12, 13 define a main side 14 and together also a respective narrow side 15 of the case. The two parts 12, 13 are connected to each other, for example by means of a zipper 19. Optionally, individual closures, such as toggle-type fasteners, may be disposed on one or more sides of the suitcase. The case has a telescopic rod 40. On a bottom 11 four castors 17 are arranged, by means of which the case can be rolled, be it as a "vertical luggage", it tilted.

The case 10 has a case shell 20 which is disposed at least on the narrow side 15 of the rear part 13 and defines an outer contour 20d. The case shell 20 has an inner recess 20b, in which a storage device 30 is integrated, in particular the storage device 30 described above. Attachment means 20c.1 are arranged at an attachment point 20c defined by the inner recess Fig. 4 are indicated by screw holes, although they are covered by the storage device 30. In this case, the linkage 40 and the storage device 30 are arranged on different sides of the case.

The in the FIGS. 5A, 5B shown suitcase 10a may be, for example, a hard shell case or at least partially formed of soft material suitcases. A case shell 20 forms a back of the suitcase. The case shell 20 has two receptacles 20a and an inner recess 20b. In the in Fig. 5A the embodiment shown, the inner recess 20b is disposed between the two receptacles 20a. In the in Fig. 5B In the embodiment shown, the inner recess 20b is arranged laterally from both receptacles 20a next to one of the receptacles 20a.

In the FIGS. 6A . 6B is a trolley 10; 10a, which has a case shell 20 with an at least approximately centrally disposed with respect to opposite narrow sides inner recess 20b. The inner recess 20b is arranged between two rods 41a, 41b of a telescopic rod 40. In the inner recess a storage device 30 is arranged. The rods 41 a, 41 b may be integrated into the case shell. In any case, the storage device 30 is in a collapsed state not further outward than an outer side surface 40.1 of the telescopic linkage. Preferably, the storage device 30 is arranged further inside than an outer side surface 40.1 of the telescopic linkage, so that impacts or pulses are received primarily by the side surface 40.1, but not directly from the storage device. The trolley 10; 10a is mounted on four steering rollers 17, which are supported by means of roller receivers 18 on a lower side and on one side surface.

In the Fig. 6A Furthermore, a mechanical and / or kinematic operative connection 34 between the lid and the floor is indicated, by means of which it can be ensured that, when the lid 33 is folded up, the floor 32 is folded downwards.

From the FIG. 6B shows that the side surface 40.1, the top 33.3 of the lid and the bottom 32.1 of the bottom in the respective surface portion together form the outer contour 20d. All components can together form an arranged in an xz plane bearing surface. The outer contour 20d is at least approximately flat, so that the case 10; 10a can be stored on the outer contour 20d. Optionally, the side surface 40.1, the top 33.3 of the lid and / or the bottom 32.1 of the bottom are slightly offset inwards, so that the case rests only with the case shell 20, but not with the side surface 40.1, the top 33.3 and / or the bottom 32.1.

In the FIG. 7 is shown at least partially formed of soft material 16 trolley 10b. The case has two opposite main sides 14 and two opposite narrow sides 15. The case has a telescopic rod 40. On an underside four supported in corresponding roller 18 supports castors 17 are arranged, by means of which the case can be rolled, either as a "vertical luggage", be tilted. With regard to the case shell 20 and the indicated storage device 30 is on the embodiment of FIG. 4 directed.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

10; 10a; 10b

Suitcases, in particular trolley

11

bottom

12

front

13

rear part

14

Home

15

narrow side

16

Soft area made of soft material

17

Roller, in particular castor

18

roll cradle

19

zipper

20

Case shell or stabilizing structure

20a

admission

20b

indoor recess

20b.1

Indentation on the inner recess

20c

fastening point

20c.1

Fastener at attachment point

20c.2

level contact surface at attachment point

20d

outer contour

20d.1

bearing surface

30

Bin Setup

31

Back plate (mounting plate)

31.1

Fastener to back plate

32.2

at least partially planar outer side / outer surface of the back plate

32

ground

32.1

Bottom of the floor

33

cover

33.1

Recess in the lid

33.2

Handle on cover, in particular pull handle

33.3

Top of the lid

34

mechanical and / or kinematic operative connection between cover and floor

40

telescopic boom

40.1

external side surface of the telescopic linkage

41a

single rod, in particular vertically arranged telescopic rod

41b

single rod, in particular vertically arranged telescopic rod

42

Handle or handlebar, especially arranged horizontally

x

Lateral direction (width)

y

Depth direction (depth)

z

Height direction (length)

Y1

Depth of the inner recess

Y2

Depth of recording

Y20

Depth section or depth extension of the case shell

Claims (15)

Case shell (20) for a case (10; 10a; 10b), in particular at least partially arranged in a plane back shell, wherein the case shell (20) is formed from a structurally rigid hard material and is adapted to define a predetermined geometry of the suitcase at least partially
characterized in that the case shell (20) has a structurally rigid and offset or sunk arranged attachment point (20c) arranged for stationary fixing a storage device (30) adapted to receive an object, wherein the attachment point (20c) is arranged by the storage device (30 ) on the case shell (20) forces transmitted to at least one predefined force application point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell (20). Case shell (20) according to claim 1, wherein the case shell (20) has an outer contour which defines a support surface (20d.1), and wherein the attachment point (20c) is arranged offset inwardly to the support surface (20d.1), in particular one Orthogonal to the depth direction (y) at least partially planar in a plane arranged support surface (20d.1). A case shell (20) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the case shell (20) has an inner recess (20b) offset from a case interior for integrating the tray (30) into the case shell (20) on which the attachment point (20c) is formed. A case shell (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the case shell has a concave inwardly curved inner recess (20b) integrally formed integrally in the case shell. Case shell (20) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fastening point (20c) has an at least partially planar contact surface (20c.2), which is preferably formed geometrically corresponding to a flat back plate (31) of the storage device (30). Case shell (20) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the attachment point (20c) comprises attachment means (20c.1), in particular a bore and / or a clamp and / or a rear engagement and / or latching means, wherein the attachment means (20c.1) are preferably formed on one / the outer contour (20d) of the case shell (20) or in the case shell (20) are integrated. Case shell (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the case shell (20) has at least one offset to the interior of the case or recessed receptacle (20a) for a telescopic linkage (40) or in the receptacle (20a) integrated telescopic linkage, and wherein the attachment point (20c) is arranged adjacent to the receptacle (20a) or between two receptacles, preferably centrally with respect to a lateral extent of the case shell (20). Case shell (20) for a suitcase, which is designed as a suitcase shell (20), in particular rear shell, arranged at least partially in a structural rigid hard material and is arranged to at least partially define a predetermined geometry of the suitcase,
characterized in that the case shell (20) has a structurally rigid and offset or sunk arranged attachment point (20c) arranged for stationary fixing a storage device (30) adapted to receive an object, wherein the attachment point (20c) is arranged by the storage device (30 ) on the case shell (20) transmitted forces at least one predefined force introduction point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell (20), wherein the case shell (20) has an outer contour (20d) which defines a support surface (20d.1), and wherein the attachment point (20c) in a depth direction (y) inwardly offset from the support surface (20d.1) is arranged, wherein the case shell (20) offset to a case inner recess (20b) for integrating the storage device (30) in the case shell (20), on which the fastening point (20c) is formed is, wherein the attachment point (20c) at least partially planar contact surface (20c.2), wherein the contact surface (20c.2) and the support surface (20d.1) form an outer contour (20d) of the case shell (20). Suitcase (10; 10a; 10b), in particular trolley, wherein the suitcase comprises: at least one case shell (20) with an outer contour which at least partially defines a bearing surface (20d.1) of the suitcase, in particular a case shell (20) according to one of Claims 1 to 8;
characterized in that the case (10; 10a; 10b) has a depositing device (30) arranged to receive an object which is fixed to the case shell (20) on the case shell (20) and into an inner recess (20b) of the case shell (20b). 20) is integrated or can be integrated. Suitcase according to claim 9, wherein the storage device (30) is a fold-out cup holder, in particular with a fold-out bottom (32) and / or a fold-out cover (33), in particular with a recess (33.1). Case according to claim 9 or 10, wherein the depositing means (30) is a fold-out cup holder with a back plate (31) attached to the inside recess (20b) and a lid (33) which folds out relative to the back plate and a bottom (32) which folds out relative to the back plate , Case according to claim 9, 10 or 11, wherein the case is a telescopic linkage (40) with at least one rod (41 a, 41 b), which together with the storage device (30) in a depth portion (Y20) of the case shell (20) is arranged wherein an outer side surface (40.1) of the telescopic linkage is preferably arranged in one of a bottom (32) and / or a lid (33) of the storage device (30) defined outer plane or further outward than the outer plane. Suitcases (10; 10a; 10b), in particular trolleys, the suitcase comprising: at least one case shell (20) having an outer contour (20d) which at least partially defines a support surface (20d.1) of the case, and a storage device (30) adapted to receive an object; characterized in that the case shell (20) has a structurally rigid and offset or sunk arranged attachment point (20c) arranged for stationary fastening of the storage device (30), wherein the attachment point (20c) is arranged, from the storage device (30) on the case shell (30). 20) transmitted forces on at least one predefined force introduction point or a predefined force introduction surface portion in the case shell (20), wherein the storage device (30) fixed to the case shell (20) on the case shell (20) and in an inner recess (20b) of the case shell (20) is integrated and at least partially on the outer contour (20d) comes to rest, wherein the case has a telescopic rod (40) with at least one rods (41 a, 41 b), which is arranged on the case shell (20) and a Depth section (y) of the case shell (20) defined, wherein the storage device (30) in the depth section ( y), in particular between two bars, wherein the depositing device (30) is a foldable cup holder with a back plate (31) fixed to the inside recess (20b) and a foldable bottom (32) and a hinged lid (33), the cup Lid is folded up and is in such a mechanical or kinematic operative connection with the ground that when folding the lid and the bottom is unfolded, especially downwards. Method for producing a suitcase shell (20), in particular a suitcase shell (20) according to one of claims 1 to 8, comprising at least the following steps: a) providing hard material; b) forming, in particular forms the hard material into a structurally rigid case shell (20); c) forming an inner recess (20b) on the case shell (20), in particular on an outer or outer contour (20d), and in particular when molding, that the inner recess is adapted to receive a storage device (30) in the form of a beverage holder; and d) forming an attachment point (20c) in such a way in the inner recess (20b), that the attachment point (20c) is adapted for fixed fixing of the storage device (30), in particular on the outer contour (20d). Method for producing a suitcase (10, 10a, 10b), in particular a suitcase according to one of Claims 9 to 13, comprising at least the following steps: A) providing a case shell (20) with an in an inner recess (20b) arranged attachment point (20c) adapted for fixedly attaching a storage device (30), in particular a case shell (20) according to one of claims 1 to 8; B) attaching the storage device (30) at the attachment point (20c) on the case shell (20); C) integrating the depositing device (30) from the outside into the inner recess (20b), in particular flush with an outer contour (20d) defined by the case shell (20), wherein the depositing device (30) is preferably a cup holder; and optionally in addition D) fastening and integrating a telescopic linkage in at least one receptacle (20a) of the case shell (20), in particular adjacent to the inner recess (20b) or on both sides of the inner recess (20b).

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