Patent attributes
This invention provides a case system that removably stores a laptop computer so that it can be removed normally through the top of the case when needed, but also through a flap formed in the side of the case while residing upon a tray with retention lips on at least three sides. The case can be a briefcase, messenger bag or backpack, among other styles. The tray edge facing the top opening is free of any lip or raised obstruction to allow laptop removal from the case through a conventional top flap. The tray is withdrawn/slid from the side of the case unzipping and opening the side flap. The tray is tethered to the case interior so that it extends only slightly beyond the adjacent edge of the case. In this manner, the tray/laptop is prevented from excess rotational movement (e.g. jackknifing) with respect to the case. The tray is free of any x-ray opaque structures or materials, thereby allowing an unobstructed scan to be performed on the laptop. A zipper pull, a fabric loop structure formed adjacent to the side flap, and/or the side flap itself an indicia that clearly indicates regulatory approval of the case. Alternatively, a case is provided, having a central zipper that extends along three side edges along its midline thickness allows it to be opened, clamshell-like into two opposing halves. The laptop is enclosed within one of the halves. The lips prevent excursion of the laptop from the case half as it moves through the scanner. The laptop-containing half omits metallic or other x-ray-opaque structures that would overlie or underlie the laptop. Likewise, as required no obstructions of any kind overlie the laptop. The case of this embodiment can include appropriate indicia indicating regulatory approval.
