Abstract: A carrier for carrying elongate materials of varying lengths comprises an outer container, an insert which fits and is slidable within the outer container, and a shelf assembly disposed within the insert for holding the elongate materials. The insert has top access ports (preferably, two) and side access ports for viewing and obtaining access to materials stored within the interior of the insert. The shelf assembly has, preferably, a T-shaped cross-section, and comprises a horizontal member for holding materials stored in an upper portion of the insert, and a vertical member dividing the lower portion of the insert into separate compartments. Further features include a retrieve handle connected to the insert and a pair of brackets for mounting the outer container to the top of a vehicle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carrying system for a portable weapon having a rigid support plate, a locking device to secure the weapon on the support plate, and at least one retaining strap. The locking device has a manually controlled movable finger and an elastic element for returning the finger to a locking position where it engages a groove in the weapon to lock the weapon against the support plate. The movable finger is automatically manipulated by the thumb of the shooter's hand, when the shooter grasps the weapon, to release the locking finger from the groove.

Abstract: An improved security holster comprising a solenoid having a plunger member positionable in a locked gun position wherein the plunger member extends through the trigger guard of the gun when the gun is disposed in a pocket defined by a holster body and positionable in an unlocked gun position wherein the plunger member is retracted from the trigger guard of the gun. The solenoid is connected to a power source and a magnetic reed switch is interposed between the solenoid and the power source to allow electrical continuity to be established between the power source and the solenoid by placing a magnet, located on an individual's hand, near the switch. In an energized condition, the solenoid positions the plunger member in the unlocked position and in a non-energized condition the plunger member is biased in the locked gun position.

Abstract: A cargo carrier for a vehicle includes a frame having an elongated front jaw, a U-shaped rear jaw having a first end pivotally attached to one end of the front jaw along a vertical pivot axis. The second end of the rear jaw is releasably secured to the other end of the front jaw so as to enclose a space between the closed jaws. The carrier further includes a hitch tongue for releasably cantilevering the frame to the vehicle. A container for cargo is releasably secured to at least one of the frame jaws and has a base portion which extends into the space between the jaws and an upper portion which protrudes from the jaws in the closed position. The container has at least one catch/holddown mechanism disposed below an outwardly protruding ledge on the base portion.

Abstract: An extendable carrier rack comprising a pair of L-shaped base legs, each base leg having a horizontal outer side rail coupled to an upwardly extended outer support rail thus creating an upper free end, a lower free end, and a corner therebetween; a pair L-shaped extension legs, each extension leg having a horizontal inner side rail coupled to an upwardly extended outer support rail thus creating an upper free end, a lower free end, and a corner therebetween with the lower free ends of the extension legs each coupled with a separate free end of a base leg; a pair of L-shaped bottom rails with one bottom rail coupled to the corners of separate base legs and the other bottom rail coupled to the corners of separate extension legs, whereby the base legs, extension legs, and bottom rails define a pedestal having a base section and an upwardly extended legged section adapted to be placed in and secured to a vehicle; and a pair of u-shaped holding legs with each holding leg having a top rail and a pair of inner exten

Abstract: A fuel filler module fits in the filler pipe of an automotive fuel tank and includes a spring biased trap door assembly that cooperates with a fuel nozzle restrictor to seal an open end of the filler pipe automatically when a fuel nozzle is withdrawn. The trap door assembly includes positive and vacuum pressure relief valves for maintaining fuel tank pressure within certain limits. The fuel filler module also includes a fuel nozzle guide that is part of a vent system for venting the fuel tank during the refuelling process and a splash guard feature that prevents splash back at the end of the refuelling process. The trap door assembly and an internal valve assembly are designed to be handled and installed as a unit to facilitate economical manufacture.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing a cart to the bed of a vehicle such as a truck or trailer consists of a first clamping apparatus having a top and a bottom. The top is formed into a "U" shape while the bottom is formed into an "L" shape. The bottom has an opening through which a bolt is inserted which passes into the bed of the truck to secure the first clamping apparatus to the truck. The Cart has an axle which is attached to a pair of wheels. The first clamping apparatus "U" shaped end is adapted to mate with the cart axil. A second clamping apparatus is attached to the bed of the vehicle. The second clamping apparatus has a central locking portion and has a handle attached to the locking portion. An end portion is likewise attached to the end portion so that when the handle is lifted, for example, the clamp will be unlocked and the end portion will be lifted. When the handle is lowered, the end portion will also be lowered with the clamp in a locking position.

Abstract: A tray for use by both children and adults while traveling in an automobile has a box-like frame and is supported by hinged panel legs. The box-like frame has a food serving surface on one side, a smooth desk surface on the opposite side, and a storage compartment within the box-like frame. A hinged door provides access to the storage compartment. The tray is placed over the legs of a user and secured to the user's seat belt. The hinged panel legs may be rotated 180 degrees to allow the tray to be used as a food tray in the normal position and as a desk when the box frame is inverted. In an alternative embodiment, the tray includes a food serving surface supported by hinged legs which may fold under the food serving surface for storage. A storage bag, which may be attached to the back of a passenger seat, provides for convenient storage of the folded tray.

Abstract: A portable table includes a frame that is worn by various size users while standing or sitting and can be used where free-standing tables are impractical for writing, eating and other purposes. Two hooks that telescope longitudinally from the main frame fit over the user's shoulders. A table is affixed rotatingly at a bottom side to the main frame and rotatingly and removably at a top side to a slider which is slidably affixed to the main frame. Moving the slider upward thereby rotates the table surface toward the main frame for storage while moving the slider downward rotates the table surface essentially perpendicular to the main frame for use. The slider can further be locked into place using convention means. In addition, a support bar is affixed rotatingly to the bottom of the main frame and can be rotated toward and affixed to the table in a conventional manner while the table is in use.

Abstract: A tool carrying system including a housing mounted on a truck and individual tool carriers positionable therein comprising a rectangular housing having a parallel floor and roof, parallel sides, a parallel front wall and a door pivotally mounted at its lower edge to the lower rear edge of the floor, the door being of a height essentially equal to the height of the side walls of the housing for closing the rear open end of the housing and positionable in a open orientation to form an angled ramp for the sliding of the tool carriers to exterior of the housing; a plurality of tool carriers, each of the tool carriers being provided with a floor, and with upstanding side, front and rear walls coupled at their lower edge to the side, front and rear edges of the floor, and a handle having front and rear ends secured to the upper end of the front and rear walls with diagonal braces coupling an intermediate portion of the inner surface of each of the front and rear walls to the side walls; and the tool carriers each h

Abstract: A rack assembly for pickup trucks for devices with handles of varying lengths comprising of a bracket assembly formed of an inverted L-shaped number with a vertical portion and a horizontal portion, the bracket having a plurality of apertures through the vertical portion; a plurality of hollow cylindrical members secured in a vertical orientation parallel with each other adjacent to the exterior edge of the horizontal component of the L-shaped members, each of the cylindrical members having an open upper and lower end; and a cup shaped member having an open upper end and a closed lower end with an interior diameter to fit over the exterior diameter of the lower extent of each cylindrical member, the cup shaped members adapted to overlay the lower extent of the cylindrical members to a predetermined extent, a horizontal radially disposed threaded aperture extending through an upper extent of each cup shaped member.

Abstract: A remote battery switch for motor vehicles provides for the remotely controlled disconnection and connection of the vehicle electrical system, for long term storage or carjacking threats. The switch attaches directly to the side terminal or top post connector of a standard motor vehicle battery, without further need for additional structural attachment. A cord or cable is run from the battery switch to the vehicle passenger interior, and is preferably discreetly accessible by the vehicle operator should the need arise. The cord or cable serves to open the switch by releasing a magnetic contact and withdrawing the magnetic switch bar against a spring, whereupon the switch bar is caught and retained by a double acting catch. A second pull on the cord releases the catch, whereupon the spring pulls the magnetic switch bar into magnetic contact with the other switch point to close the circuit. Thus, the switch may be remotely opened and closed using purely tensile forces in the cord.