Abstract: A clipping apparatus is disclosed. The clipping apparatus connects on the Z-axis but can be activated for release on either the X or Y-axis. The system also has a self-locking mechanism on the handle to create a secure connection along the Z-axis. It is includes a first member that includes a first cavity and a first handle and a second member that includes a second cavity and a second handle. The first member and second member are mated to a spring connection mechanism and a base plate, thereby forming an opening. When the first handle and the second handle are pushed inwards, a male fitting is accepted into the opening and locked into the opening when the first handle and the second handle are released.

Abstract: The present application relates to a tightness adjusting device for shoelaces, which includes a connection mechanism and a traction mechanism. The traction mechanism includes a traction assembly, the traction assembly includes a ring member hinged with the connection mechanism, the traction mechanism further includes an elastic adjusting assembly; the elastic adjusting assembly includes a connection block, a clamping block, an elastic member and a linkage member, a connection portion is connected to each end of the connection blocks, the connection portion is detachably connected to the ring member, the connection block divides the ring member into two shoelace holes, the clamping block is hinged with the connection block, the elastic member is configured to force the two clamping blocks away from each other, and to mount the shoelaces in the shoelace holes with the ring member, the clamping block is connected to the connection portion by the linkage member.

Abstract: An attachment system for a portable electronic device includes a clip unit including a clip magnet disposed between a base plate and a top cover and a clip lip formed on the top cover; and an attachment adapter for attached to a back side of the base plate and configured for attachment of the clip unit to an article. The clip magnet is positioned to be aligned with a magnet in the portable electronic device when mated with the portable electronic device. The attachment system enables the portable electronic device to be quickly and easily attached to a desired article and further enable quick release of the portable electronic device from the attachment system.

Abstract: A small and handheld tool for opening small clasps and other closures. More specifically, the tool features an elongated handle, having a slider mechanism and a push button. The slider mechanism operates a slider or positioning arm and the spring-loaded push button operates a pair of clamps to hold the clasp in position. The slider arm and the pair of clamps extend from one end of the elongated handle. The pair of clamps secure the clasp between their rubber-tipped ends and the slider arm opens the clasp by moving a tab of the clasp radially along the surface of the clasp.

Abstract: A fastening device including a case unit and a spool is provided. The case unit includes a wall forming a receiving space, an upper opening communicated with the receiving space, and a lower opening opposite to the upper opening and communicated with the receiving space. The spool is within the receiving space. The spool is limited by the wall, and the wall prohibits the spool from leaving the receiving space from the upper opening.

Abstract: There is provided a touch fastener that has high followability to the relative movement of portions to be engaged and does not easily separate from a mating member, and thus is usable in a wider range of applications. In the touch fastener, all the elements, that is, first strands, second strands, and engagement elements are formed of a thermoplastic elastomer. Further, the plurality of first strands and the plurality of second strands are disposed to intersect with each other, and consequently, hole portions each surrounded by the two adjacent first strands and the two adjacent second strands are provided. Accordingly, it has a high elastic function, easily stretches, and has high followability to the relative movement of portions to be engaged.

Abstract: An adjustment buckle assembly includes a first component having a shaft extending from a flange and a second component having a receptacle formed through a base. The shaft is configured to be at least partially inserted into the receptacle and tapers inwardly relative to a central axis extending centrally through the first component. The shaft carries a plurality of teeth that are configured to engage with a plurality of ribs carried on the second component.

Abstract: A material closure assembly including a material closure, such as zipper or a hook and loop fastener, having a first portion and a second portion that are configured to be releasably joined together; an electrical circuit that is configured to be closed when the first portion of the material closure is entirely joined with the second portion of the material closure; and an first indicator that is electrically connected to the electrical circuit and configured to indicate that the first portion of the material closure is entirely joined with the second portion of the material closure. The material closure assembly thus providing an active feedback system for closures on garments and personal protective equipment (PPE) to alert wearer of incomplete seals between interfaces on modular PPE which could result in the wearer of the PPE being exposed to the surrounding environment outside the PPE.

Abstract: A cord lock includes a cord lock main body as a case which houses the same. The cord lock main body is made such that locking on the cord is released by a pulling operation to reduce an insertion amount of a portion of a male member into an insertion passage. The case forms a cylindrical shape with openings on both ends through which the cord can pass and combines with the cord lock main body side in a manner allowing the case to be reciprocally moved along the cylinder axis direction. When the case is moved forward, the pulling action is made with a first engage-abutting portion of the case engaging an engage-abutted portion. When the case is moved backward, the pulling operation is made with a second engagement portion of the case engaging the engagement portion of the case engage-abutted portion of the male member.

Abstract: A device for attaching a bracelet or strap to a watch case, the device including, on the one hand, a bar secured to the watch case by a horn, and on the other hand, an insert integral with the end of the bracelet, wherein the bar and the insert are complementary to interlock with each other forming a removable assembly to make the bracelet interchangeable. The insert includes a movable pivot mounted in the insert and arranged to engage in a corresponding hole of the horn, the device having handling device integral with the movable pivot in order to move from a first position, in which the pivot is free to move and the strand can be assembled and/or disassembled, to a second position, in which said pivot is stationary in translation and the bracelet strand is locked on the watch case.

Abstract: A fastener includes an elongate body defined by a first end, a second end, a first side portion, and a second side portion. The elongate body includes a plurality of discrete slits along at least the first side portion, and the plurality of slits extend at least partially into the elongate body of the fastener. The elongate body of the fastener includes a biodegradable material.

Abstract: A water repellent product includes a water repellent fabric in which a non-fluorine-based water repellent agent is applied to a fabric formed of a fiber; and a resin component attached to the water repellent fabric. The water repellent product contains substantially no cross-linking agent for chemically bonding the non-fluorine-based water repellent agent and the fiber.

Abstract: A spinning device attachable to a band, including a watch and with the spinning device rotatably mounted on a spin-able mount with a bearing and attached to a band, the band receivable onto a user's wrist or finger. The wrist-mounted, or alternatively finger-mounted spinner device includes a watch, mounted in a stationary position, or alternatively in a rotatable position above the spinner device. The spin-able mount includes a spinner bearing attached to a band, the spin-able mount rotatable about the spinner bearing mounted between a post nut and a base screw. The base screw of the spin-able mount receives a bottom band washer and a top band washer, with the top band washer firmly sandwiching the band.

Abstract: A magnetic apparel cinch apparatus for securely gathering or taking up slack or adjusting a hem in an article of clothing is provided. A magnetic first member and a magnetic second member coupled via a link strap are featured. A user may gather a portion of the article of clothing and secure said gathering by meeting the first member and the second member such that the portion of the article of clothing gathered by the user is secured in place by the link strap. The magnets in the apparel cinch clip are permanently secured in the first member and the second member to ensure best use, user safety, and to avoid damage to the magnets.

Abstract: A plastic product disposed on a strap is provided. The strap is a soft string type textile. The plastic product includes a first injection molding portion and a second injection molding portion. The second injection molding portion is combined with the first injection molding portion to form the plastic product. An end portion of the strap protrudes out of the first injection molding portion and is completely covered by the second injection molding portion. A length of the first injection molding portion along a longitudinal direction of the strap is less than a length of the plastic product along the longitudinal direction of the strap. A protruding length of the end portion of the strap protruding out of the first injection molding portion along the longitudinal direction of the strap is less than half of a thickness of the second injection molding portion along a radial direction of the strap.

Abstract: A slider for a closure assembly of a bag. The slider has a pair of finger pads extending from a top wall. Each pad has a surface with a curved portion running from a front end to a back end of the slider, a defined, first curved area extending from the curved portion to an end of the first curved area, and a defined, second curved area extending from the end of the first curved area to a midpoint of the curved portion. The first curved area and the second curved area are defined by different angles at which the respective curved area extends into the respective finger pad. Each finger pad includes a major axis dimension greater than a minor axis dimension to provide an area that fits an average finger size, and a lip region to guide a finger of a user into a finger pad.

Abstract: An ejector element with a trigger for a belt buckle sensor includes a plate-shaped ejector body and a trigger blade of a magnetic and/or metallic material for producing a change in a magnetic field of a Hall sensor or an inductive sensor. The ejector element is distinguished by the fact that the trigger blade is connected in one piece to the ejector body, wherein the one-piece connection between the trigger blade and the ejector body is produced by an injection-molding process.

Abstract: An ultra-slim fastener for a garment includes male and female parts engagable by inclining the male part while inserting a foot into a cavity of the female part, and pivoting the parts to a co-planar orientation. The female has a roof thickness, and the foot may be offset by at least the roof thickness. The male and female may include flanges which have a symmetrical appearance when engaged. The male and female may include a plurality of protrusions distributed throughout a weld region for welding the parts to a garment piece. Features of the fastener improve tensile strength, increase flexibility, and improve comfort.

Abstract: An adhesive fabric fastener for temporary securing two pieces of fabric or an object to a piece of fabric. In one embodiment, the fastener can be a snap assembly which can include ball and socket members each associated with adhesive for temporarily securing the ball and socket members to the fabric/objects. In one non-limiting use the fastener can be used to close or reduce the gap created between buttons on a buttoned shirt and such that the fastener is not seen in use. No modification or alteration to the piece of fabric or garment is required for securing the fastener. In another embodiment the fastener can be a cord secured at one end to adhesive tape and at its other end to another piece of adhesive tape.

Abstract: A mobius zipper learning model is described. The learning model can include a device comprising two 3D printed, hard plastic, semi-circular halves connected by a plastic zipper, which could also be 3D printed, with top ends connected to the frame halves. The zipper can be twisted and then reconnected at the bottom of the frames using embedded fasteners (e.g., hook and eyelet, snaps, or hook and loop). The Mobius zipper permits topologists and others to explore and demonstrate Mobius properties without having to seek and size workable material (usually paper) and/or successfully slice the selected material. Further, use of the Mobius Zipper results in no waste of material.