Abstract: An apparatus and method for securing a bed linen proximate a mattress includes a planar member with at least one tapered portion that is adapted to receive a portion of a bed linen therein. In use, the bed linen is urged into the tapered portion and is secured thereto. The planar member is then rotated approximately 180 degrees and is placed under a corner of the mattress, thereby securing the corner of the linen in position under the mattress. Alternate embodiments for the planar member and for the tapered portion are described.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for securing a bed linen proximate a mattress includes a planar member with at least one tapered portion that is adapted to receive a portion of a bed linen therein. In use, the bed linen is urged into the tapered portion and is secured thereto. The planar member is then rotated approximately 180 degrees and is placed under a corner of the mattress, thereby securing the corner of the linen in position under the mattress. Alternate embodiments for the planar member and for the tapered portion are described.

Abstract: A portable card-like article having a force sensing assembly for use in a force monitoring system comprises a support (3) to which is pivoted a plate (1) via a pair of laterally spaced arms (2). A pair of leaf springs (4) urge the plate (1) towards a normal, rest position. A Hall effect transducer (8) and permanent magnet (7) are mounted to a base (5) of the assembly and an underside of the plate (1) respectively and sense pivotal movement on the plate (1) due to the action of a writing instrument of the upper surface of the plate. The output signals from the Hall effect transducer (8) provide an indication on the magnitude of the applied force.