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Protective sleeve for portable computer

US7487896B2 · kind B2 · utility

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19Claims
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Filing dateAug 12, 2004
Grant dateFeb 10, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S224/926
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A protective sleeve for a portable computer, or other fragile article, is described. The protective sleeve is specifically designed to be used in conjunction with, and inside of, a larger piece of luggage, such as a suitcase or backpack.The protective sleeve is comprised of a semi-rigid material, such as closed-cell polyethylene foam. The semi-rigid material is preferably covered by abrasion-resistant fabric.

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