Patents by Inventor Kevin J. Miles

Kevin J. Miles has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11300247
    Abstract: A size-adjustable hanging tie down device and method of securing objects creates a synergy within a resilient strap, using a fixed fastener, and a variable-adjustment fastener to form a fixed-size first loop, and a size-adjustable second loop, respectively. The formed first loop securely mounts to a mounting surface, like a hook, to restrict slippage or movement while supporting the weight of object. A first fastener, such as a grommet, fastens a first length of the strap together to form the fixed-size first loop. The second loop is size-adjusted through a female second fastener and a male second fastener, so as to allow for the secure attachment of variably sized and dimensioned objects. The second fasteners may include a buckle, or a hook and loop fastener. Additional attachment mechanisms, such as a carabiner are easily attached to the first loop for increasing length and mounting capacity while hanging the object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Inventor: Kevin J. Miles
  • Patent number: 9694877
    Abstract: A tie down system includes at least one device hook having a hook base; at least one hook opening in the hook base; a generally elongated hook shaft extending from the hook base; a curved hook finger extending from the hook shaft; a hook base extension extending from the hook base in spaced-apart relationship to the hook shaft; and a hook slot between the hook shaft and the hook base extension.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Inventor: Kevin J. Miles
  • Patent number: 9528655
    Abstract: A tensioning tie down apparatus enables a securing member to intertwine through multiple apertures and gaps in a tensioning member to generate tension through the securing member, which helps securely tie down objects and restrict slippage of the securing member. A securing member has a first securing member end and a second securing member end. The securing member is configured to have sufficient tensile strength and resiliency to stretch and bend, which helps create tension on the securing member. The tension helps tie down an object into a secure position, while also inhibiting slippage. The tensioning member has a hook shaped mounting member that forms a mounting gap. An extension member extends from the mounting member. A base extends perpendicularly form the extension member. The base is defined by a plurality of apertures. A base shaft extends from the base to form a base gap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Inventor: Kevin J. Miles
  • Publication number: 20160347418
    Abstract: A tie down system includes at least one device hook having a hook base; at least one hook opening in the hook base; a generally elongated hook shaft extending from the hook base; a curved hook finger extending from the hook shaft; a hook base extension extending from the hook base in spaced-apart relationship to the hook shaft; and a hook slot between the hook shaft and the hook base extension.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 1, 2016
    Inventor: Kevin J. Miles
  • Patent number: 9433261
    Abstract: A tie down system includes at least one device hook having a hook base; at least one hook opening in the hook base; a generally elongated hook shaft extending from the hook base; a curved hook finger extending from the hook shaft; a hook base extension extending from the hook base in spaced-apart relationship to the hook shaft; and a hook slot between the hook shaft and the hook base extension.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Inventor: Kevin J. Miles
  • Patent number: D694613
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Inventor: Kevin J. Miles