David J Workman

US Patent:

D3112764, Oct 16, 1990

Filed:

May 28, 1987

Appl. No.:

7/056209

Inventors:

David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

US Classification:

D 3 76

US Patent:

D2825090, Feb 11, 1986

Filed:

Aug 30, 1982

Appl. No.:

6/412636

Inventors:

Mark B. Nordstrom - Evergreen CO
David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

US Classification:

D 3 76

US Patent:

D2780003, Mar 19, 1985

Filed:

Nov 12, 1981

Appl. No.:

6/320440

Inventors:

Mark B. Nordstrom - Denver CO
David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

US Classification:

D 3 76

US Patent:

51139839, May 19, 1992

Filed:

Mar 15, 1991

Appl. No.:

7/670126

Inventors:

David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

International Classification:

A45C 300
A45C 1300

US Classification:

190127

Abstract:

Frames for softsided luggage usually comprise a hoop-shaped member of extruded plastic or metal attached to a bottom board to which in turn is attached wheels or the like. The means of attachment between this frame member and bottom board leads to aesthetic problems with regard to cluttered interior space. Disclosed is a luggage case and frame construction wherein the downwardly directed leg members of an extruded frame member terminate in splayed or outwardly directed attachment feet. Each attachment foot thus is positioned and permanently fixed to an end portion of the bottom board. Adjacent to the leg member is a divider panel, preferably in the form of a pouch-like cloth construction, which is attached to the associated end panel and forms an auxiliary compartment accessible through the end panel via a zipper. The pouch-like construction rests directly on the attachment foot, at least partially covering it, thus avoiding the addition of a cloth panel or auxiliary board for that purpose. The central area of the case remains uncluttered because of the unique attachment arrangement dislcosed.

US Patent:

D2566311, Sep 2, 1980

Filed:

Jan 30, 1979

Appl. No.:

6/007785

Inventors:

David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

International Classification:

D0301

US Classification:

D 3 48

US Patent:

47842482, Nov 15, 1988

Filed:

Aug 31, 1987

Appl. No.:

7/091558

Inventors:

David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

International Classification:

A45C 1336

US Classification:

190126

Abstract:

Flexible extruded piping for use between adjacent panels of luggage or the like. Shoulders extending outwardly from the sides of the tubular portion are of a different color than that of the exposed tubular portion to provide a color trim. The shoulders stabilize the piping to prevent twisting of the piping around corners, thereby maintaining the neat appearance of the trim. The different colored parts of the piping are formed by coextruding different colored plastic material.

US Patent:

54941571, Feb 27, 1996

Filed:

Nov 14, 1994

Appl. No.:

8/339366

Inventors:

Douglas J. Golenz - Morrison CO
James A. Reiner - Denver CO
Jack W. Renforth - Aurora CO
David E. Workman - Princeton NJ

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

International Classification:

B65D 8530
A45C 302

US Classification:

206370

Abstract:

Dozens of companies offer many different types of cases specifically designed to carry microcomputers. One type of microcomputer, the laptop style, can be carried by hand or from a shoulder strap in such cases. Unfortunately, as these microcomputers become more powerful tools for scientists, students, engineers, artists, and medical personnel, there is a ever greater need to protect these devices while enhancing their ready access and ease of use. These two conflicting requirements, easy removal from the carrying case, and superior protection from weather and impact, have not been adequately met by these several computer cases. This computer case provides a main packing space for the microcomputer defined by a "C" shaped rigid frame and corresponding shock absorbing pad, the forth side of the packing space is selectively closed by a padded access door. The handle and/or shoulder strap is riveted to the upper side of this "C" shaped frame. The access door is integrally hinged to the lower side of the frame, and is secured to the case when closed by double slide fastener and hook and loop fasteners.

US Patent:

D2864665, Nov 4, 1986

Filed:

Sep 6, 1983

Appl. No.:

6/529454

Inventors:

William L. King - Denver CO
David E. Workman - Evergreen CO

Assignee:

Samsonite Corporation - Denver CO

US Classification:

D 3 77