IPC분류정보
국가/구분 |
United States(US) Patent
등록
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국제특허분류(IPC7판) |
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출원번호 |
US-0470741
(2012-05-14)
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등록번호 |
US-8562002
(2013-10-22)
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발명자
/ 주소 |
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출원인 / 주소 |
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대리인 / 주소 |
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인용정보 |
피인용 횟수 :
1 인용 특허 :
14 |
초록
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The described embodiments provide a modular mobile workstation with storage capacity. The apparatus has a modular shell that can be used for a variety of purposes including, for example, a stool and low table combination, a table and coat-rack combination, and a high table combination. The modular s
The described embodiments provide a modular mobile workstation with storage capacity. The apparatus has a modular shell that can be used for a variety of purposes including, for example, a stool and low table combination, a table and coat-rack combination, and a high table combination. The modular shell encloses a removable inner shell that can be used to store goods while traveling with the unit. In one embodiment, two large wheels cap the respective ends of the shell and allow the apparatus to roll freely behind a user. A multi-use handle is also included with the apparatus. In one embodiment, the handle is collapsible and is secured to the apparatus by a securing scarf, which also serves to hold the interlocking pieces of the outer shell together. The unit is useful for travelers needing a mobile workspace, and prevents the need for additional luggage, as it also provides storage capacity.
대표청구항
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1. A method of using an apparatus that is selectively configurable in plural arrangements, the apparatus comprising: two interlockable hard-shelled outer components, each said outer component having an open end and a closed end;at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer compone
1. A method of using an apparatus that is selectively configurable in plural arrangements, the apparatus comprising: two interlockable hard-shelled outer components, each said outer component having an open end and a closed end;at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer component; anda hard-shelled inner component; andwherein in a first arrangement, a securing mechanism of the apparatus is operable to secure the outer components to one another in an interlocked position,the hard shelled inner component provides a storage area, andthe apparatus is rollable on the wheels provided to the closed end of each said outer component, andwherein in a second arrangement, the first and second outer components are orientable such that the at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer component is substantially parallel to the ground,the first outer component is shaped and arranged to serve as a top of a low table,the second outer component is shaped and arranged to serve as a seat, andthe second outer component has a rigidity suitable for supporting the weight of a person;the method comprising: manipulating the apparatus to change from one of said arrangements to another of said arrangements. 2. The method of claim 1, wherein the apparatus further comprises an axel attached to an outer surface of the closed end of each said outer component and connecting respective wheels and outer components. 3. The method of claim 1, wherein the first and second outer components are further shaped and arranged such that, in a third arrangement, the first and second outer components are stackable to form a high table, the at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer component being substantially parallel to the ground at top and bottom end portions of the high table. 4. The method of claim 3, wherein the wheels of the low and high table are rotatable in the second and third arrangements, respectively. 5. The method of claim 1, wherein the apparatus further comprises a removable handle, and wherein the securing mechanism of the apparatus is further operable to secure the handle to at least one of the outer components. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the handle comprises an extendable shaft and two end pieces affixed to the respective ends of the shaft. 7. The method of claim 6, wherein the extendable shaft comprises a plurality of lengths of shaft and a locking mechanism. 8. The method of claim 6, wherein the end pieces comprise a length of shaft and two end caps. 9. The method of claim 1, wherein at least one of the interlocking outer components has at least one turnbuckle affixed thereto. 10. The method of claim 1, wherein the inner component is removable from the outer component. 11. The method of claim 1, wherein the inner component further comprises a hollow shell having at least one divider therein. 12. A method of making an apparatus that is selectively configurable in plural arrangements, the method comprising: providing two interlockable hard-shelled outer components, each said outer component having an open end and a closed end;connecting at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer component;providing a hard-shelled inner component; andwherein in a first arrangement, a securing mechanism of the apparatus is operable to secure the outer components to one another in an interlocked position,the hard shelled inner component provides a storage area, andthe apparatus is rollable on the wheels provided to the closed end of each said outer component, andwherein in a second arrangement, the first and second outer components being shaped and arranged to be orientable such that the at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer component is substantially parallel to the ground in serving as a top of a low table or seat, the first and/or second outer components having rigidities suitable for supporting the weight of a person. 13. The method of claim 12, further comprising attaching an axel to an outer surface of the closed end of each said outer component and connecting respective wheels and outer components. 14. The method of claim 12, wherein in a third arrangement the first and second outer components are stackable to form a high table, the at least one wheel provided to the closed end of each said outer component being substantially parallel to the ground at top and bottom end portions of the high table. 15. The method of claim 14, wherein the wheels of the low and high table are rotatable in the second and third arrangements, respectively. 16. The method of claim 12, further comprising providing a handle to the apparatus. 17. The method of claim 16, further comprising providing a securing mechanism operable to secure the outer components in an interlocked position and operable to secure the first handle to at least one of the outer components. 18. The method of claim 17, wherein the securing mechanism comprises a strip of material for securing the interlocking outer components in an interlocked position and having at least one hole cut therein. 19. The method of claim 16, wherein the first handle comprises: an extendable shaft, and two end pieces affixed to the respective ends of the shaft. 20. The method of claim 12, wherein the inner component comprises a hollow shell having at least one open end.
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