Abstract: A deformable grip (10) for handheld implements such as writing pen (20) and other handheld equipment such as shaving instruments, medical instruments, sporting equipment, and similar articles, which is capable of being deformed in conformance with the user's s hands and fingers. The present grip (10) includes an elastomeric sleeve (40) filled with a magnetorheological (MR) fluid (60) and a magnetic field generator that acts upon such fluid to adjust grip deformability. In a preferred form of the invention, the implement body (32) or other equipment handle is configured to include a recessed cavity (35) wherein the (MR) fluid-filled sleeve (40) resides. A permanent magnet assembly (34) is disposed within the tubular sleeve (40) such that in an on-state of the present grip (10), the magnetic flux field extends radially to pass through the (MR) fluid (60) to instantaneously solidify it in a relatively nondeformable set condition in conformance with the user's anatomical contours.

Abstract: A device facilitating operation of a doorknob, comprising a tubular body member having a continuous wall with an outer gripping surface and an inner surface defining bore adapted for receiving the doorknob. A plurality of resiliently deformable projections extend inwardly from the inner surface of the wall. A distance between opposing projections before installation of the device on the doorknob is smaller than a cross dimension of the knob. Each projection has a pair of spaced end portions formed integrally with the inner surface of the wall. The outer gripping surface of the continuous wall includes a generally curved section between each pair of spaced end portions before the device is installed on the knob. Deformation of the projections upon installation of the device on the knob causes the spaced end portions of each projection to spread apart and embrace an outer periphery of the doorknob.

Abstract: A moldable hand grip and method of forming the grip using a light curable moldable material. The moldable material is wrapped around a handle of a hand held implement. Pressure is then applied with the hand of a user to mold the moldable material while the temperature of the material is at ambient temperature. Light is applied to the molded material to cure the material and form a custom grip.

Abstract: A grip for a tool handle or other surface intended for gripping by a user, may be provided by a durable, expanded elastomeric material. Formation of the grip, and installation thereof on a handle may be effected to provide pre-loading of a normal force against the handle, requiring substantially less normal force by a user on order effect frictional engagement of a handle by the grip. The grip may also be formed to provide micro-pressure along ridges impressed into the hand of the user alternating with cavities in a surface of the grip for receiving intrusions of the hand. Thus, mechanical engagement, rather than strictly frictional engagement may be effected. Grips made in accordance with the invention have been demonstrated to provide sufficient engagement with a hand and a tool handle to permit a user to apply the maximum physical force available from the user.

Abstract: A brush includes a handle extending from one side of the brush head. The handle includes protrusions formed on two ends of an upper surface of the handle and a concave portion formed between the protrusions of receiving the user's thumb. First and second spacers are formed on the lower side of the handle in such a manner that the first spacer is arranged to be held by the index and middle fingers of the user when the thumb is situated in the concave portion and the middle finger extends between the first and second spacers. A concave cambered surface on the second spacer can accommodate a third finger for optimal comfort and control of the handle.

Abstract: Handle for tools such as screwdrivers, cormprising a core of hard plastic material around a metal shaft and a gripping surface (14) of soft material covering parts of the core, where the core within the regions covered by the gripping surface is made with a multitude of protruding lower blocks (17) with flat tops, and the soft material filling the space between lower blocks to the level of the tops of lower blocks (17) to form base surface (16) and a multitude of blocks (15) raised from the base surface, arranged in a repetitive pattern with voids where the lower blocks protrude.

Abstract: A handle piece (15) for application to the cross bar handle (14) of a domestic hose cock comprises a unitary plastics moulding comprising an open bottomed shell (16) having an upper surface sized to fit into the palm of the hand. Formations within the shell define a recess adapted to receive the cross bar handle and comprise opposed pressure pads (19,20) at or near each end of the recess adapted to bear against respective end portions of a cross bar handle when homed in said recess. Two opposed resilient flanges (22) resiliently clasp the cross bar handle intermediate its ends to retain the handle piece in position upon and shrouding the cross bar handle.

Abstract: A tool handle includes a number of blocks attached to a handle member, and a cover sleeve engaged on the handle member and having a number of orifices for receiving the blocks and for retaining the blocks in place. The handle member and the blocks may be secured together by the engagement of projections and cavities. The user may adjust the blocks into various kinds of shapes and patterns. The blocks may each include one or more openings for receiving the materials of the cover sleeve and for stably securing the blocks to the handle.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a pot holder, which comprises at least two panels each being defined by an edge portion. Each panel has an outer layer, an inner layer and a heat insulating filling member sandwiched between the outer layer and the inner layer. The outer layer, the filling member and the inner layer of each panel are connected to one another along at least part of its edge portion. The pot holder of the present invention further comprises a joining member which continuously connects the panels along at least part of their edge portions to form a pocket portion therebetween. The pocket portion has an opening portion defined by the remaining edge portions of the panels. The pot holder of the present invention provides an easy, direct and effective way for protecting a user's hands and fingers from being burned. In addition, the pot holder of the present invention is simple and inexpensive to manufacture, and can be of excellent artistic flavor.

Abstract: A handgrip is provided suitable for installation over, for example, a handlebar of a bicycle. The handgrip generally includes a cap having an inside depending sidewall and an outside depending sidewall defining a circumferential gap therebetween, and an integrally molded hollow tubular plastic body surrounding the inside depending sidewall, extending therefrom to form a sleeve and filling the circumferential gap. The sleeve material may extend into and fill one or several voids defined in the cap such that an end surface of the cap defines a colorful, distinguishable pattern, logo or the like. The handgrip may include a hard inner sleeve including a plurality of longitudinal ribs for enhancing grip.

Abstract: A tool handle includes a handle member, a number of blocks attached to the handle member, and a cover sleeve engaged on the handle member and having a number of orifices for receiving the blocks and for retaining the blocks in place. The handle member includes a number of cavities, and the blocks each includes one or more projections engaged into the cavities of the handle member for attaching onto the handle member and for allowing the user to adjust the blocks into various kinds of shapes and patterns.

Abstract: Hammer rebound shock and hand and wrist fatigue associated with the use of a wire seating and/or cutting tool, such as an impact tool, is alleviated by a covering at least the butt end of the tool handle with an internally ribbed cushioning sleeve of elastically deformable material, such as soft rubber. Because of its ribbed configuration and soft rubber material, the cushioning sleeve readily absorbs the rebound of the hammer impact force that would otherwise be transmitted through the handle in the course of operation of the tool, and thereby provides shock protection for the craftsperson's hand.

Abstract: An elongated handle for a kitchen utensil is shaped for easy gripping having a slightly bulbous rear section and a forward and intermediate section of a rounded rectangular cross sectional shape, the intermediate section smaller than either the forward or rear sections to create an overall stretched hourglass handle shape. The bulbous rear section is inclined downwardly from the top of the handle to be positioned in the crook of the three encircling fingers gripping the handle, while the thumb rests on the flat surface of the depression formed by the intermediate section and the index finger wraps around the intermediate section to the rear of the enlarged forward section.

Abstract: An air isolation hand or handle covering has a bladder consisting of a plurality of interconnected or independent inflation cells that is positioned between the hand and a hand-held tool or other vibrating object. The cells are oriented to permit easy bending of the hand covering in directions appropriate for grasping an object. The effectiveness of the bladder in reducing the vibration energy transmitted to the hand is a function of the bladder material thickness, the shape and configuration of the bladder, the pressure in the bladder, the compressible fluid used, the volume of the bladder, and the grip force and push force used when clasping a tool or other object. The bladder is attached in place by way of an attachment tab which is integrally formed from at least one of the layers of the bladder and extends for at least about one sixth the length of the fluid cavity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a gripping device for a hand held article. The gripping device has an encasement assembly for fitting on a hand grip portion of the article. The encasement assembly contains a controllable fluid, such as magnetorheological and electrorheological fluids. The gripping device also has an activating assembly for selectively applying a field to the controllable fluid to change its Theological behavior, e.g., increasing its viscosity. Thus, the controllable fluid can maintain the shape of the encasement assembly until the activating assembly withdraws the applied field therefrom. The present invention further relates to a manual implement that has the above gripping device fitted thereon and a method for using a manual implement having the above gripping device.

Abstract: A driving tool, such as a screwdriver, has a handle with an injection-molded, relatively hard and rigid inner body, molded around a tool shank, the inner body having an elongated central portion with two end flanges extending laterally outwardly of the central portion around the entire periphery thereof, with the central portion having a peripheral groove formed therein adjacent to an end flange. An outer gripping body of a relatively soft and resilient material is injection molded around the inner body, surrounding said central portion of said inner body and filling said groove.

Abstract: A handle for pulling or lifting a sheet with leaves thereatop. A handle has a rod shaped main body. The handle is extendable through holes in the sheet. In one design of the handle, a spring biased latch closes adjacent portions of the handle to prevent accidental disengagement of the handle from the sheet. Another handle design has an elastically deformable main body to releasably hold the sheet.

Abstract: An attachable hand grip device and glove kit wherein the attachable hand grip device is removably attachable to a handle, such as, without limitation, kitchen utensils or other implements such as tools, for increasing the circumferential outer perimeter of the handle to significantly minimize the amount of bending of the knuckle joints of the hand when gripping the attachable hand grip device; and a glove having a plurality of finger contouring members which limit the bending of the finger knuckle joints when gripping the hand around the circumferential outer perimeter of the attachable hand grip device.

Abstract: A multi-purpose holder with a flexible block having a guide surface for securement and for attachment to a variety of surfaces, including similar surfaces of others of the same multi-purpose holder and as a guide for a strap and an opposite gripping surface with a central, wide V-groove and parallel, narrow side V-grooves adjacent wings forming a continuation of the gripping surface of the block and having gripping surfaces thereon to engage an object positioned in the central, wide V-groove as the strap is tightened around the flexible block, the wings and the object.

Abstract: A safety device made of soft conformable cushioning material to be formed about the handle of manual work implements or tools to protect the hands of the user. The material is brightly colored to attract the eye and prevent the loss or misplacement of the tools. The material may be a polymer or rubber foam with or without a smooth outer surface. The user of any hand tool can modify the tool with the safety material by measuring, cutting and trimming to fit, then attaching the material to the handle of the tool by an adhesive.

Abstract: A handle assembly having a one piece molded handle that is mounted to an extension tube and that has an integrated switch for use with a floor supported appliance is provided. The handle includes a loop-shaped grip portion, an elongated portion in which an extension tube is mounted, and a switch mounting port for mounting the switch in the handle. The handle includes a minimum number of parts and does not require fasteners for mounting it to the extension tube. A method for making the handle is also provided.

Abstract: A finger-manipulated article (e.g., a pen) includes a foam grip. The foam preferably is made from a foamable polyurethane prepolymer and a filler, or a latex, or both. The preferred foam has a recovery rate of less than 5 cm per minute. The foam may include a surface coating on its outer surface.

Abstract: A handle system for a tool to fit the fingers of a hand of a user. At least two individual segments disposed adjacent to one another along a center sleeve. Projections and cooperating counterbores are formed on the edges of the respective segments such that the segments nest on the handle. The segments are axially slidable with respect to one another to accommodate the fingers of the hand. The segments may have grooves to receive the respective fingers. In a possible alternate embodiment, a center ridge is formed on each segment to be received between the fingers of the user's hand. In a system alternate embodiment, a removable handle system for a tool has individual axially slidable keyed or unkeyed segments on a center member. The center member engages the handle of the tool.

Abstract: A detachable grip for placement about an elongated member is disclosed. The grip includes a resilient body member having an arcuate gripping surface adapted to conform to the outer surface of the elongated member. A plurality of outwardly extending curvilinear projections are adapted to conform to the shape of a hand of a user. First and second pairs of resilient securing members extend from the body member. Attachment means releasably attach distal ends of each pair of securing members to each other in an overlapping relationship around the elongated member.

Abstract: A hand grip formed or molded on the handle for a cooking utensil for preventing peeling of the inner end of the hand grip from the handle and thereby limiting the migration of food particles into the space between the hand grip and the handle, the hand grip being molded onto the handle and interconnected through one or more openings in the inner end of the handle.

Abstract: An improved process for producing integral, composite handles having cushioned comfort grips, for appliances such as electric steam irons, comprising a first step of injection molding a one-piece handle substrate of strong, rigid, resinous composition having the desired predetermined shape and design, including a recessed, wrap-around area corresponding to the area of the handle which will be gripped by the hand of the eventual user of appliance. The present process comprises a second step of injection molding an integral, outer, soft, contoured layer of foamed resin into the recessed, wrap-around area of the rigid plastic handle substrate, to form a smooth, compressible, comfort grip surface area of the composite handle for engagement with the hand of the user.

Abstract: An expanded implement handle grip for placing over an implement handle of a spoon, fork, knife, toothbrush, hand tool, or the like has been devised which has improved concave features within the hollow, interior space thereof. These concave features, which include, but are not limited to dimples, grooves, spiral grooves, indentations, impressions, channels, depressions, hollows, slits, and the like, to permit the implement handle to be easily inserted into the grip, but nevertheless more effectively held by the expanded implement handle grip while being employed by a user with limited dexterity or strength. Other optional features such as sinuous slits, enlarged ends, and roll-inhibiting features allow the expanded implement handle grip to have improved function.

Abstract: A handle for a paint roller frame includes an inner core made of a substantially rigid plastic material and an outer grip made of a softer rubber-like material surrounding the inner core and extending part way around both ends thereof. At the outer end of the inner core is an internally threaded opening surrounded by a planar end wall. The outer grip includes an outer end portion overlying the planar end wall which acts like a locking washer, resisting unscrewing of an extension pole from the threaded opening when the extension pole is screwed down tight and a flange at a base of the extension pole threads comes into contact with the outer end portion of the outer grip overlying the planar end wall.

Abstract: A grip contains a profiled membrane (1) made of flexible material with two lips (1c) (1d) forming an interior collar, leaving the passage for the introduction of a tool shaft with any cross section free and which, when used and handled, allows the collars to fulfil the function of sealing lips and in that the profiled membrane forms at least one air chamber (1a) on the inside, and when the grip is handled by the user the membrane is deformed and creates a vacuum in the interior chambers (1a) (1b), forming suction pads on the tool shaft.

Abstract: A tool handle (3) in which a handle part (5) is made from a material with a Shore hardness of at least 70 and a thumb and/or finger rests (6, 8) which is integral with the handle part (5) is made from a material having a Shore hardness of no more than 60. The thumb and/or finger rests (6, 8) are molecularly bonded, or integrated into the handle part (5) by a two-component molding process.

Abstract: The invention is a method for exercising the hands, fingers and forearms by attaching a squeezable grip to the handlebars of various devices and using the grip for exercise by squeezing on the grip with the hands. The grip is made of resilient material such as rubber, polymeric material, etc. and is sized and shaped for use as an exercise grip. The grip may be constructed with two halves, above and below a plane defined by a central channel with each halve of dissimilar thickness. The device may be attached to any device that has handlebars including: bicycles, exercise bikes, and exercise equipment. The fingers, wrists and forearms would also be worked by such action.

Abstract: A two-material or three-material tool handle includes, over at least part of its length, an outer sheath made of a flexible grade polyester elastomer overmolded onto a carrier sleeve made of a hart grade polyester elastomer.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for kitchen articles includes a hollow elongate body having a longitudinal axis, the body having a first end for providing attachment and connection of the kitchen articles into a hollow interior of the body, and which includes a second or free end. The elongate body of the kitchen handle includes a top face including a substantially oval recess proportioned for receipt of an engaging surface to the human thumb, the recess proximal to the first end of the body, the oval recess having a major axis co-linear with the longitudinal axis. The top face further includes an ellipsoidal aperture proximal to the second end of the body, the aperture having a major axis co-linear with the longitudinal axis of the body.

Abstract: A grip for an apparatus having a shaft comprises an elongate hollow sleeve adapted to be slidably inserted on to the shaft and is shrinkable upon the application of heat at a preselected temperature range so that the sleeve contracts and surroundingly attaches to the shaft. A tubular member is adapted to be slidably inserted over the sleeve such that the sleeve and the tubular member together form an easily attachable grip. In a further aspect of the invention the sleeve and/or the tubular member are provided with an adhesive. The adhesive may take the form of a two part curable adhesive such as an epoxy. One of the parts is applied to the outer surface of the sleeve and the other part is applied to the interior surface to the tubular member such that the parts mix upon sliding of the grip sections upon one another. In another embodiment of the invention, the two part adhesive is applied to either the exterior of the sleeve or the interior of the tubular member.

Abstract: A hand gripping device for attachment to an implement, which comprises a hollow sleeve having at least one open end, the hollow sleeve having an inner surface which is adapted to conform to the implement and an outer surface, the outer surface having two peaks which extend from the sleeve which define a valley and a slope whereby when the sleeve is grasped by a hand. The little finger is held in the valley and the ring finger is held against the slope.

Abstract: Gripping device suitable for percussion tools of the type comprising a sleeve tube made of plastic that fits into the body of the tool, characterised in that it comprises a plastic sleeve tube (1) that is structurally flexible and comprises a plurality of large-diameter annular shapes (1.1) joined to each other by connecting shapes (1.2) of smaller cross-section to define a bellows structure with undulations, and in that, at the location of each ring, an internal circular projection (1.3) is provided that presses against the body of the tool, and in that the sleeve tube has at least one internal collar (1.4) capable of fitting and clipping inside at least one circular groove (2.1) formed on the body of the tool.

Abstract: A tool handgrip includes a core having two or more spaced longitudinal ridges secured to the outer peripheral portion of the core. The longitudinal ridges each includes a thickness ranging from 1 mm to 6 mm and each includes a hardness less than that of the core. The hardness of the longitudinal ridges ranges from SHORE A 35 to 75. The longitudinal ridges each includes one or more projections extended inward of the core or each includes a step ladder shaped surface for engaging with a corresponding step ladder shaped surface of the core for solidly securing the longitudinal ridges to the core.

Abstract: A new Shopping Cart Handle Cover for protecting an infant's mouth from a shopping cart handle by covering the shopping cart handle with a protective covering, and for facilitating entertainment for the infant during shopping. The inventive device includes a wrap around handle cover secured over a shopping cart handle, a toy strap apparatus secured to the wrap around handle cover for securing toys for the infant to play with, and a bottle strap apparatus secured to the wrap around handle cover to support bottles for the infant.

Abstract: An ergonometric handle is shaped so as to encourage a natural working grip, thereby increasing user comfort and enabling a user to use a tool incorporating said handle for a longer period of time with reduced fatigue to the tissues, nerves, tendons and bones of the hand. The handle may be angularly disposed relative to the long axis of the tool and the ends of the handle are smaller in width than the middle in order to accommodate the smaller gripping circumferences of the index and small digits. Thus the cross sectional shape of the handle is oblong and when viewed from the side is humpbacked. The grip honors the varying ratios of the digits to the metacarpals. The handle also has indentations in it to enhance the placement of the digits in the natural gripping position. These indentations form a hand imprint in the handle.

Abstract: A handle for kitchen utensils is disclosed. The handle is designed for ease of grasping and use as well as offering a protective guard to the user. The handle is generally rectangular in shape having an eye at one end to receive the finger of the user and a curved opposing end.

Abstract: A gripping device which is attachable to a hood prop rod of an automobile for isolating a user's hand from the heat of a hot prop rod. The gripping device includes a heat-insulating body adapted to be snapped on the hood prop rod. The heat-insulating body may have a longitudinal bore therethrough and a longitudinal slit extending the length of the body and extending into the body to join the longitudinal bore, the longitudinal bore being present for insertion of the prop rod and being sized for interference fit with the prop rod. The longitudinal slit may be defined by two longitudinal tapered leading edges.

Abstract: A cover for an expandable baton handle is molded onto the handle to provide an integral, unitary handle grip which is permanently bonded to the handle section of the baton. This permits secure bonding and formed contours to conform to the precise shape of the handle, eliminating collars and weak bonding areas, particularly in tapered sections such as used with wedge lock designs.

Abstract: A handle structure of a power tool comprises a handle portion continuously formed with the main body of the power tool and a gutter-like soft grip for covering the handle portion, the soft grip having two first engaging projections on its inner surface and two second engaging pieces provided on each edge of the soft grip, the handle portion having two first receiving recesses provided on an arched receiving surface for receiving the soft grip to detachably engage the two first engaging projections and the second receiving grooves provided between the receiving surface and an outer front side surface of the handle portion for detachably receiving the second engaging pieces, the first engaging recesses and the second engaging grooves being completely separated from a space provided in the front portion of the handle portion for accommodating wires and the like.

Abstract: This patent invention relates to Multiple Hand Grip System. This system may be used to cover the hand support pipes which are located in transit buses, subway train cars, light rail transit cars, street cars, trams, trolley buses etc. The system includes generally a cylindrical body, having an inner and outer wall and opposite open ends and exterior gripping means. The system is molded from plastic material high coefficient of friction and moldability of the material result in non-slippery, convenient, comfortable friction, and safe, hand grips for both left and right hands of the users. The plastic material used to mold the system provides a good feel to touch and good friction with hand skin. The exterior gripping means of the system, conforms to the shape of users' left and right hands. It provides adequate support and retention of the users' hands even though the users relax their grips.

Abstract: A handle for a garden tool includes two side walls having a depression formed in the upper and front portion. A sleeve of resilient materials is engaged on the handle and includes a recess formed in the upper and front portion and located above the depression of the handle. A number of projections are extended upward from the recess and located above the depression such that the resilience of the projections are increased for engaging with the users.

Abstract: A thermoplastic article formed of a composition for customizable moulding parts of devices such as hand grips or sports equipment or orthopaedic equipment comprises a composition which is set below 37.degree. C. and is conformably mouldable between about 50.degree. C. and 95.degree. C. The article can be moulded, used, and re-moulded and re-used, repeatedly. Such a composition may be an acrylate polymer, possibly a methacrylate polymer. The acrylate polymer may soften or become liquid in the range of 50.degree. C. to 95.degree. C. and may be mixed with another such polymer which is set at that temperature range so that a pasty mouldable mass is formed, for example by warming in warm water. The invention includes a method of forming the composition.

Abstract: A dual durometer thermoplastic polyurethane or thermoplastic polyurethane-containing handle suitable for human grip provides both mechanical strength and chemical resistance and can be prepared without the use of adhesives.

Abstract: A multifunctional spring-grip dumb-bell including a fist base frame and a second base frame symmetrically disposed in a diagonal manner, each base frame comprising an axle and a supporting bar extended from one end of the axle at right angles; a first locating member and a second locating member symmetrically disposed in a diagonal manner, each locating member having a first end connected to the axle of the first base frame and a second end linked to the supporting bar of the second base frame; first spring means connected between the supporting bar of the first base frame and the second end of the second locating member; second spring means connected between the supporting bar of the second base frame and the second end of the second locating member; two barrels respectively turned round the axles of the first and second base frames for the holding of the hand; two locking means respectively mounted on the locating members and controlled to lock the barrels in position, prohibiting the barrels from rotary mo

Abstract: A disposable, and reusable, hand grip is constructed as a flexible multi-ply band adapted to be wound around the circumference of a handle on a tool or other device, so that the person can exert an effective grip action on the hand grip. The multi-ply band includes a core sheet formed of a resilient foam material, a first surface sheet of rubber on one major face of the core sheet, and a second surface sheet of a woven fabric material on the other major face of the core sheet. The thickness of the band is designed to effectively increase the cross sectional thickness of conventional handles, so that the person has a more comfortable, less cramped, grip on the handle (hand grip).

Abstract: A slip control sheeting can comprise a backing having a first and a second major surface and an array of protrusions on the first major surface. The protrusions can be pyramids with polygonal bases or pyramidal frustums with polygonal bases. Alternatively, the protrusions can comprise posts having non-planar sides and bases on the first major surface wherein the posts taper radially inwardly from their bases to their tops, e.g., cones or conical frustums with circular bases. The sheeting can further comprise at least one of a layer of adhesive on the second major surface, a reinforcing web, or a mechanical fastening component for fastening the backing to a substrate. The sheeting can be made so that it retroreflects less than about 10 percent of a beam of electromagnetic radiation which is incident at any angle to the second major surface, the electromagnetic radiation having any wavelength from about 0.39 microns to about 1,000 microns.