Methods and apparatus for expanding a rod from a collapsed position to a formed position are disclosed. One such apparatus includes a plurality of segments for forming the body of the collapsible rod including with each segment coupled to each immediately adjacent segment of the plurality of segments. The apparatus may include a coupler for coupling each segment of the plurality of segments to each immediately adjacent segment of the plurality of segments. A lure case and fishing case are provided for convenient use. The case may be used with collapsible fishing rods and provides a protective case for them. The lure case provides means to separate and distinguish lures for different conditions.

A bag with an interior space and an opening includes an opening mechanism comprising a frame structure in communication with the opening, a biasing mechanism adapted to apply a biasing force to the frame structure to move the frame structure from a closed position to an open position, and a latching mechanism adapted to latch the frame structure in the closed position when engaged and to allow the frame structure to move by the biasing force to the open position when disengaged. Movement of the frame structure from the closed position to the open position causes the bag to open to allow access to the interior space. In one version. the frame structure comprises a front frame member pivotally connected to a rear frame member and wherein the biasing mechanism comprises a torsional spring that biases the front frame member to rotate away from the rear frame member.

A bag with an interior space and an opening includes an opening mechanism comprising a frame structure in communication with the opening, a biasing mechanism adapted to apply a biasing force to the frame structure to move the frame structure from a closed position to an open position, and a latching mechanism adapted to latch the frame structure in the closed position when engaged and to allow the frame structure to move by the biasing force to the open position when disengaged. Movement of the frame structure from the closed position to the open position causes the bag to open to allow access to the interior space. In one version. the frame structure comprises a front frame member pivotally connected to a rear frame member and wherein the biasing mechanism comprises a torsional spring that biases the front frame member to rotate away from the rear frame member.

The operational parameters of a respiratory apparatus can be controlled through the use of a user interface located on a separate or separable mobile computing device. Sensors or features located on the mobile computing apparatus can be used to adjust the operation parameters or therapy of the respiratory apparatus or otherwise improve the compliance of a patient utilizing the respiratory apparatus.

Systems and methods for luggage systems are provided. The luggage systems and methods include a luggage housing assembly having a front housing portion and a rear housing portion connected to the front housing portion by a hinge. The luggage systems and methods include a set of wheels mounted to the luggage housing assembly. The luggage systems and methods can include a rechargeable power supply assembly that includes a housing component and a battery module casing configured to receive a rechargeable battery module. The luggage systems and methods can include a compression pad subsystem configured to compress contents of the luggage within the housing portions.

Case for containing an item and method of manufacture comprising: a first panel having a perimeter edge and at least one hinge for folding the first panel. A second panel having a perimeter edge and at least one hinge for folding the second panel. A side panel. A first fastener configured to attach the side panel to the perimeter edge of the first panel. A second fastener configured to attach the side panel to the perimeter edge of the second panel. Method of manufacture of a layered material comprising the steps of: placing a substrate between a first and a second layer of self-reinforced polypropylene (srPP). Bonding the layers of srPP and substrate by: stitching, or riveting through the first layer of srPP, the substrate and the second layer of srPP; or gluing the first layer of srPP, the substrate and the second layer of srPP together.

In one form, a security handbag is provided that includes an interior security panel assembly with a matrix of wires secured between a pair of material layers. The interior security panel assembly can be positioned intermediate the bag outside wall and a lining of the bag. A strap with security cable and a carabiner attachment device can be attached to the handbag. Methods for forming such security panel assemblies are also provided.

A device having a first container and a second container that is convertible between a primary configuration and a secondary configuration. Each container having a primary face (with primary access structure for accessing the interior of the container when the device is in the primary configuration) and a secondary face (with secondary access structure for accessing the interior of the container when the device is in the secondary configuration). A first mateable half and a second mateable half of an openable-closeable connection are connectable to secure the containers in either a primary configuration or a secondary configuration. Preferably, contents within the containers may remain during conversion between the primary configuration and the secondary configuration. A method for converting a device between the primary configuration and the secondary configuration.