Computer case

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for a notebook or laptop or tablet computer case that can also be used as a ventilated and/or insulating platform for supporting a computer during use, on either a lap or desk or table.

1 . A laptop case comprising:
 a back panel with a top edge flexibly connecting to;   a top panel with one edge flexibly connected to said back panel and an edge flexibly connected to a flap panel;   a front panel;   a bottom panel connecting said back panel and said front panel;   two collapsible side panels each connecting to an edge of said front panel, an edge of said back panel and an edge of said bottom panel;   wherein, when said case does not contain a laptop computer;   said front panel and said back panel meet along said top edge;   said front panel and said back panel remain separated by said bottom edge;   said laptop case thereby providing a wedge-shaped laptop base.   
   
   
       2 . The case according to  claim 1  further wherein:
 said top panel and said flap panel fit over said front panel when said case is closed.   
   
   
       3 . The case according to  claim 1  further wherein: said two collapsible side panels are made of a ventilating material allowing air flow when said case is closed. 
   
   
       4 . (canceled) 
   
   
       5 . The case according to  claim 1  further wherein:
 said back panel includes a heat resistant and/or heat reflective rigid material to prevent heat from transferring to a surface upon which said panel is resting, such as a user's lap from heat.   
   
   
       6 . The case according to  claim 1  further wherein:
 said front panel includes a rigid and ventilating material allowing air flow from underneath a laptop when said laptop is positioned on said front panel.   
   
   
       7 . The case according to  claim 1  further wherein:
 said case is manufactured with nine edges that are not separable by the user.   
   
   
       8 . (canceled) 
   
   
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       16 . A laptop case comprising:
 a back panel with a top edge flexibly connecting to;   a top panel with one edge flexibly connected to said back panel and an edge connected to a flap portion;   a front panel;   a bottom panel connecting said back panel and said front panel;   two side panels each connecting to an edge of said front panel, an edge of said back panel and an edge of said bottom panel;   wherein, when said case does not contain a laptop computer said case forms a rectangular box able to support a laptop computer while in use and providing a ventilated base;   wherein at least two of said panels include ventilation passages allowing for air flow through said case.   
   
   
       17 . The case of  claim 16  further wherein: said ventilation passages are arranged in a decorative pattern on at least one of said panels. 
   
   
       18 . A laptop case comprising:
 a back panel with a back-panel top edge;   a front panel with a front-panel top edge;   a bottom portion connecting said back panel and said front panel;   wherein, when said case does not contain a laptop computer;   said front panel and said back panel meet along said top edge;   said front panel and said back panel remain separated by said bottom edge;   said laptop case thereby providing a wedge-shaped laptop base.   
   
   
       19 . The case according to  claim 18  further comprising:
 two collapsible side panels each connecting to an edge of said front panel, an edge of said back panel and an edge of said bottom panel.   
   
   
       20 . The case according to  claim 18  further comprising:
 two side portions each connecting to an edge of said back panel.   
   
   
       21 . The case according to  claim 18  further comprising:
 a zipping fastener connecting said top edges and connecting portions of said two collapsible side panels.   
   
   
       22 . The case according to  claim 19  further wherein:
 said two collapsible side panels are made of a ventilating material allowing air flow when said case is closed.   
   
   
       23 . The case according to  claim 18  further wherein:
 said two collapsible side panels are made of a ventilating material allowing air ventilation while preventing dust to enter said case.   
   
   
       24 . The case according to  claim 18  further wherein:
 said back panel includes a heat resistant and/or heat reflective rigid material to prevent heat from transferring to a surface upon which said panel is resting, such as a user's lap from heat.   
   
   
       25 . The case according to  claim 18  further wherein:
 said front panel includes a rigid and ventilating material allowing air flow from underneath a laptop when said laptop is positioned on said front panel.