Combined With Other Than Garment Supporter Structure Patents (Class 2/300)
  • Patent number: 11950975
    Abstract: A band selection guide is provided to help determine an exact size of a tooth, such as a molar, for example. The band selection guide is intended for single use and may be disposable. The band selection guide includes a tapered body having opposed proximal and distal ends, where the proximal end is larger than the distal end. A number of size markings appear on the tapered body near the distal end to indicate the size of a patient's tooth. A vertical slit is formed through the tapered body, such that the tapered body may be looped, with the distal end being inserted through the vertical slit. The band selection guide is placed around a tooth to be measured, with the size marking which aligns with the vertical slit indicating the size of the tooth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2024
    Assignee: KING SAUD UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Noura Abdulaziz Alessa, Reuof Abdulaziz Alessa
  • Patent number: 11920383
    Abstract: A restraint system includes an elongated member extending between a first end portion and a second end portion. A first handcuff is mounted to the elongated member at the first end portion of the elongated member, and a second handcuff is mounted to the elongated member at the second end portion of the elongated member. A first handle is positioned adjacent the first handcuff, and a second handle is positioned adjacent the second handcuff.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Inventor: Michael Bryan
  • Patent number: 11432642
    Abstract: A harness system for a clip. The clip has a base portion and a pair of elongated members, the elongated members folded over the base portion, thereby defining a gap configured to receive portions of a harness. The elongated members are separated from one another by a longitudinal opening for accommodating a rib between the portions of the harness. A gate is securably engaged to a first one of the elongated members and rotatable between an open position in which the gate does not obstruct said longitudinal opening and a closed position in which said gate obstructs said longitudinal opening. The harness is fashioned from a strip of webbing secured to a base along its midline and edges. The webbing thereby forms two pockets, each sized to accommodate one of the elongated members of the clip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: First-Light USA, LLC
    Inventor: Jeremy B. Ross
  • Patent number: 11324267
    Abstract: A cummerbund belt assembly for retaining a cummerbund in a preferred position includes a cummerbund is wearable around a waist of a user to enhance the appearance of formal dress. A plurality of couplers is each coupled to and extends downwardly from the cummerbund. Each of the couplers is positioned at strategic locations along the cummerbund such that each of the couplers is aligned with a respective plurality of suspender buttons in the trousers. Moreover, each of the couplers releasably engages the respective suspender button to inhibit the cummerbund from riding upwardly on the user's waist when the cummerbund and the trousers are worn.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Inventor: David Craft
  • Patent number: 10914550
    Abstract: A holster accessory apparatus that is configures to modify existing holsters to allow for more comfortable carrying of a gun with an exposed grip. The accessory comprises two elements, a flexible material larger than the perimeter of a combination of a gun holster and an attaching element configures to affix the holster to the flexible material. In one embodiment, method is designed for conceal and carry situations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Inventor: Lawrence Bruce Dirlam
  • Patent number: 10856595
    Abstract: Magnetic clothing stay methods including gripping a first clothing item between a first body and second body of a clothing stay near an edge of the first clothing item, the first body having a first magnetic element and the second body having a second magnetic element, tucking the edge of the first clothing item underneath a second clothing item, contacting an inner surface of the second clothing item with an outer surface of the clothing stay, and thereby retarding movement of the first clothing item relative to the second clothing item via friction between the outer surface of the clothing stay and the inner surface of the second clothing item.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: Magnetucks, LLC
    Inventor: Philip Bunting
  • Patent number: 10661110
    Abstract: A back support apparatus which includes a length of cloth consisting of a tail, body and buckle; the tail and buckle join to form a loop inside which a user sits. The apparatus and method of use stabilize a user in a seated position. The method of use is as follows: the cloth is wrapped around the users back and knees while in a seated, crossed leg position, and the tail threaded through the buckle and cinched tight in front of the users body. The apparatus is adjusted by pulling the tail further through the buckle, increasing support, or pulling the buckle away from the user's body, releasing tension.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2020
    Inventor: Kara Marie Schwandt
  • Patent number: 10548389
    Abstract: A backpack system or personal load bearing system uses a lightweight, SRC (semi-rigid core) and hanger suspension system, that compresses the center of the body between the xiphoid process and the lower back to a compressive force to transfer the load upward and forward while freeing up the shoulders. The SRC is provided that is made out of a semi-rigid plastic such as ABS plastic, carbon fiber composite or any other non-compressible material with similar structural characteristics. Left and right hooks pass over, forward and downward over the chest and are joined at a central coupling at a center of the human body, the “xiphoid process”, a small extension of the sternum. Right and left lower straps extend to left and right lower support sites to form a arched cage on the user. A belt wraps around the waist on top of the hip bones to limit lateral movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Inventor: Jose Luis Santana-Zaizar
  • Patent number: 10398184
    Abstract: A belt with hidden receptacle is disclosed. The receptacle or pouch opens on only one side, such as a top side, and is within a belt. Items can be placed there-in which lie flat (money, credit cards, phone) along a longest length thereof and the belt can be covered with a removable front cover. This removable front cover can match the dress or have the same pattern, fabric, or material as a portion of the dress so as to appear to be a unitary portion of the dress itself. The front cover can be attached by magnets on either end thereof, while the belt attaches to itself at ends thereof, which are at an opposite side of the length of the belt from the front cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Inventor: Hadassah Farkas
  • Patent number: 10302392
    Abstract: A firearm holster system and methods of use are described herein for safely securing a firearm while providing visibility and quick access. A shroud is provided in the rough shape of the firearm. One or more magnets attached to the shroud create a retaining force between the firearm and the shroud. The magnets in combination with the back and side walls of the shroud, provide protection and security to the firearm. The user simply accesses the firearm in a grip section of the shroud to remove it from the holster assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Inventor: Steven Waters
  • Patent number: 10285523
    Abstract: An improved race hydration system and method are provided that will enable runners and other athletes participating in competitive events using the system and method to easily and quickly access hydrating fluids without interfering with their competition pace or stride. The system may be formed from lightweight disposable components and is designed to be worn by the athlete without discomfort or distraction during competition. A hydration assembly, including a straw element with attachment structures, may be removably attached to the athlete's clothing by an attachment assembly. The straw element has a length and diameter that permits the athlete to obtain a maximum amount of hydrating fluid from an open top container while continuing to maintain a desired pace and stride. The hydration assembly is secured in place when it is not being used at an attachment assembly location that is easily accessed by the athlete when needed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2019
    Inventor: Raymond F. Pugsley
  • Patent number: 10264859
    Abstract: The Liquid Dispenser that can be worn as jewelry of the present invention includes a dispenser having a bladder assembly and an outer shell. The outer shell opens to receive the bladder assembly, which includes a flexible bladder, neck and valve. The outer shell has an opening, exposing the enclosed flexible bladder to enable a user to apply pressure directly on the flexible bladder through the opening. When a user applies pressure to the flexible bladder, liquid passes through the valve for use. In an alternative embodiment, a flexible bladder is contained within a watch base. The watch base includes a flexible watch face that when pressed by a user, applies pressure to the flexible bladder. In yet another embodiment, a pump/valve device in combination with hollow tubes that store liquid enables a user to press a flexible dome on the device to release fluid stored in the hollow tubes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Inventors: Ivonne Parker, Adonica Vickers
  • Patent number: 10219586
    Abstract: A fastener is coupled to the first strap portion for securing the end flap segment in the looped configuration. A buckle includes a buckle frame, a cross bar, and at least one tool bit. The buckle frame defines a longitudinal frame axis, and the cross bar extends between opposed portions of the buckle frame and defines cross bar axis that is generally perpendicular to the longitudinal frame axis. The tool bit is pivotally coupled to the cross bar and is pivotable about the cross bar axis. The tool bit is sized and positioned to be captured between the end flap segment and the body segment when the end flap segment is in the looped configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2019
    Assignee: WESTLIFE EXPRESS, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Akira West, Michael Bretz
  • Patent number: 10194706
    Abstract: A garment includes a longitudinal arch support configured for supporting a longitudinal arch of a foot; and a transverse arch support that extends from the longitudinal arch support and is configured for supporting a transverse arch of the foot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2019
    Assignee: INTELLISKIN USA, LLC
    Inventor: Timothy W. Brown
  • Patent number: 10173334
    Abstract: A utility knife includes a body with a knife blade storable within the body and one or more magnets coupled to the knife body. The magnets are able to be embedded within the body or embedded with an adapter that is configured to removably couple with the utility knife. In some embodiments, the knife blade folds out from a side of the body and into an operable position. Alternatively, in some embodiments, the knife blade slides out of a top of the body and into the operable position. The utility knife is able to magnetically couple with a base having a magnetically attractable surface. The utility knife is securable to the base in a vertical orientation and a horizontal orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2019
    Assignee: MagnoGrip Inc.
    Inventor: Andre A. Woolery
  • Patent number: 10165815
    Abstract: An adaptable shirt stay for maintaining shirttails in a flat and fully extended position. The shirt stay is provided in a kit that includes a pair of thigh bands, a crotch panel, a plurality of thigh belts and a plurality of straps having at least one clasp on one end for anchoring the shirttail to the thigh bands, the crotch panel or a combination of thigh bands and crotch panel. The straps are adjustable for accommodating a plurality of shirts of many different lengths and styles of shirttails. The shirt stay provides easy access to undergarments through a crotch panel that selectively opens when the shirt stay is in place. The shirt stay optionally has a plurality of downward straps with clasps attaching to the thigh bands for maintains stockings in place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2019
    Inventors: Gladys Branker, Rachel Branker
  • Patent number: 10034533
    Abstract: A heavy-duty, modular backpack system or personal load bearing system replaces shoulder straps with a lightweight, SRC (semi-rigid core) and hanger suspension system, that subjects the chest or center of the body to a compressive force to transfer the load forward while freeing up the shoulders. The SRC is provided that is made out of a semi-rigid plastic such as ABS plastic or a carbon fiber composite or any other non-compressible material with similar structural characteristics. Left and right hooks pass over, forward and downward over the chest and are joined at a central coupling at a center of the human body, the “xiphoid process”, a small extension of the sternum. Right and left lower straps extend to left and right lower support sites to form a arched cage on the user. A belt wraps around the waist on top of the hip bones to limit lateral movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2018
    Inventor: Jose Luis Santana-Zaizar
  • Patent number: 10004301
    Abstract: A belt buckle is disclosed and described. The belt buckle can include a support structure defining a front side and a back side of the belt buckle. The belt buckle can also include a first belt strap coupling feature supported by the support structure to couple with a first portion of a belt strap. The first belt strap coupling feature can define a belt strap opening configured to receive the first portion of the belt strap therethrough. In addition, the belt buckle can include a second belt strap coupling feature supported by the support structure to couple with a second portion of the belt strap. The first belt strap coupling feature can be sufficient to bindingly engage the first portion of the belt strap when the belt strap extends in opposite directions on the front side and the back side of the belt buckle to minimize relative movement between the first portion of the belt strap and the first belt strap coupling feature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2018
    Inventor: John Minson
  • Patent number: 10004305
    Abstract: The present invention is an innovative way to blend the barefoot sandal with the high tight stoking and garter belts, incorporating and assembling these with intricate artistic jewellery rudiments from the toes up to the legs and then up to the hips, enhancing the beauty of the foot up to leg and hip, as well as making it utile for temporarily holding small valuables, like cell phones, credit card or lipstick. The foot-leg-thigh-hip jewellery or barefoot sandal assembly system, wherein the style can be altered depending upon the occasion and can be worn only about the ankle or up to the knee or up to the thighs alone with the garter belt, providing a cost effective foot assembly accessory.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2018
    Inventor: Elizabeth McHugh
  • Patent number: 9999841
    Abstract: In a first aspect, a construction toy element is provided and includes a body and a first circumferential row of arms extending from the body. The body has an axis, and has a first axial end and a second axial end. A first circumferential row of arms extends from the body. Each arm includes a root end and a free end, and has a first connecting member thereon that is configured for connecting the construction toy element to another construction toy element. The root end projects from the body in a direction that is angled towards one of the first and second axial ends relative to a normal direction to a surface of the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2018
    Assignee: SPIN MASTER LTD.
    Inventor: Paul Andrew Reynolds
  • Patent number: 9810510
    Abstract: In accordance with an example embodiment, there is disclosed herein a holster that provides for infinite adjustment and positioning of a gun and gun grip in a concealed or unconcealed location on a person. Accordingly the same holster can be used by a right-handed or left-handed shooter, and by either in a strong side or cross-draw position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Inventor: Edward R. Massaro, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9777988
    Abstract: A concealed carry anchor and holster system secures a holster to a user in order to conceal a firearm from perception. The concealed carry anchor and holster system includes: a holster, to support the firearm; a garment portion, which is a portion of a garment the user wears in order to support and/or conceal the holster and subsequently a firearm; at least one anchor magnet and a holster magnet to secure the holster onto the garment portion. The holster magnet is integrated into the holster, while the at least one anchor is positioned adjacent to the garment portion. The garment portion is positioned between the at least one anchor magnet and the holster magnet. The at least one anchor magnet is magnetically engaged with the holster magnet in order to secure the holster to the garment portion. Therefore, a supported firearm is anchored to the user's body for efficient access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2017
    Inventor: Joseph Norman Karcher
  • Patent number: 9746299
    Abstract: A holder for receiving and releasably retaining ferrous metal ammunition magazines for firearms in a pocket of a garment includes a rare earth magnet positioned in a passage formed centrally through a ferrous metal plate, with the passage having a front end region that is sized to retain the magnet within the passage. A rear opening of the passage is closed by a flat central region of a C-shaped ferrous metal retaining member that has spaced, forwardly extending right and left arms for retaining an ammunition magazine therebetween and in contact with a front surface of the metal plate. An elongate reverse-bent metal clip positioned rearwardly of the retaining member is configured to grip garment pocket material to secure the holder where desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2017
    Inventor: Graig Michael Davis
  • Patent number: 9581413
    Abstract: In accordance with an example embodiment, there is disclosed herein a holster that provides for infinite adjustment and positioning of a gun and gun grip in a concealed or unconcealed location on a person. Accordingly the same holster can be used by a right-handed or left-handed shooter, and by either in a strong side or cross-draw position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Inventor: Edward R. Massaro, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9387381
    Abstract: In the present invention, players train for and compete in a wrestling type competition by wrapping a releasable sports strap around at least one of their ankles. The sports strap comprises an ankle wrap portion which is worn around the ankle and a releasable fastener. The sports strap includes a pull strap extending from the exposed end of the wrap portion. The pull strap is long enough and wide enough that it can be grasped and pulled by the hand of a competitor during the competition. From a starting position, the competitors attempt to be the first to grasp the other's pull strap, and pull on it to unfasten and remove the other's sports strap from his or her ankle. The sports strap can be used as part of a training method for wrestlers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2016
    Inventor: Hector Garces
  • Patent number: 8943616
    Abstract: There is a leg-worn storage device configured to store objects about a leg of a user. The device includes a cylindrical band of two-way elastic fabric. The cylindrical band includes an interior layer of two-way elastic fabric having a friction enhancing texture layer protruding therefrom and penetrating thereinside. The cylindrical band includes an exterior layer of two-way elastic fabric coupled to the interior layer. The cylindrical band includes a pocket formed between the interior layer and the exterior layer; wherein the pocket is selectably accessible from an exterior of the cylindrical band this permitting the storage of objects. The cylindrical band includes a first end region selectably coupled to a second end region. The cylindrical band includes a mating coupling device disposed at each of the first end region and the second end region and configured to selectably couple the first end region to the second end region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: Andy Paige Style, Inc.
    Inventor: Andrea Paige Carter-Cohen
  • Publication number: 20140304897
    Abstract: The invention provides a spectator accessory in the form of a belt having a central emblem adorned with a screen printed image of a sport team's logo. The emblem contains a battery which powers an array of LED lights. On the bottom of the emblem is a toggle switch to turn on the lights when appropriate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2014
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventor: Robert Acton
  • Patent number: 8850621
    Abstract: There is a leg-worn storage device configured to store objects about a leg of a user. The device includes a cylindrical band of two-way elastic fabric. The cylindrical band includes an interior layer of two-way elastic fabric having a friction enhancing texture layer protruding therefrom and penetrating thereinside. The cylindrical band includes an exterior layer of two-way elastic fabric coupled to the interior layer. The cylindrical band includes a pocket formed between the interior layer and the exterior layer; wherein the pocket is selectably accessible from an exterior of the cylindrical band this permitting the storage of objects. The cylindrical band includes a first end region selectably coupled to a second end region. The cylindrical band includes a mating coupling device disposed at each of the first end region and the second end region and configured to selectably couple the first end region to the second end region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: Andy Paige Style, Inc.
    Inventor: Andrea Paige Carter-Cohen
  • Publication number: 20140259300
    Abstract: The tactical dress belt assembly allows a wearer to readily and comfortably carry a variety of tactical items, while maintaining a conventional dress appearance. The tactical dress belt assembly is a two or three component system, consisting of an inner belt, and either a combined outer utility belt with an integral front dress belt section or separate dress belt over an outer utility belt. The inner belt is worn to hold up the wearer's trouser and typically is run through the belt loops of the wearer's trousers. The outer belt fits over the inner belt and provides a comfortable load bearing platform for a variety of carried items. The integrated front dress belt section or separate dress belt covers the front of the inner belt so that only the outer dress belt is visible when a coat or jacket is worn.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: David Iosilevich, Jill H. Aaron
  • Patent number: 8690835
    Abstract: A garment for use with a patient requiring treatment with a central venous catheter and/or gastrostomy tube. Access openings are provided through which the catheter or tube may be reached from the outside of the garment and, in the case of the catheter, coiled on the outside of the garment. Flaps are attached to the garment for covering the access openings and securing the catheter or tube under the flaps. When the access openings are connected with an open ended slot to a central longitudinal opening in the front of the garment, the catheter or tube may be passed into the access opening and the garment put on and taken off without disturbing the medical appliance to which the catheter or tube is attached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Inventor: Nicole A. Parris
  • Publication number: 20140075650
    Abstract: A tactical gun belt system comprises an inner belt, outer belt, and one or more belt units. The inner belt comprises hook-and-loop fasteners on an inner surface and an outer surface. The outer belt comprises a removable belt buckle and positions the one or more belt units about the waist of a user. The outer belt further comprises hook-and-loop fasteners on an inner surface and detachably affixes to the inner belt. The one or more belt units may attach to one another, may position guns, ammunition magazines, utilities, or pouches, and may comprise a quick-release harness for MOLLE-compatible accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventors: Adam Garrison, James Overton
  • Publication number: 20130333097
    Abstract: Footwear for use in resistance band training includes plural spaced straps extending loosely over the instep. Each strap is circumscribed by a connection ring freely movable along the strap such that, when the ring is pulled by an applied force, the ring traverses the strap and is repositioned according to the direction of the force. The user may alternatively select any of the straps to engage a resistance band. A belt for connection to the straps includes a band connection ring movable to different positions on the belt. A pad may be positioned over a front belt ring to comfortably project the band away from the user's body. The footwear and belt may be used with a vest connected to limbs and extremities to body parts for a full body workout.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2013
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Applicant: True Form, LLC
    Inventor: True Form, LLC
  • Patent number: 8607366
    Abstract: A garment includes a vertical opening and a transverse flap on the front panel thereof for securing an external portion of a central line or catheter having at least two distal lumens or branches. The external portion of the catheter extends through a gap between a pair fasteners of the vertical opening. In order to secure the catheter, the flap includes a stopper that is fastened to front panel such that the stopper is located between the distal branches of the catheter. If one or both of the distal branches are pulled or tugged, a junction or transition area of the catheter is pressed against the stopper and limits further motion of the catheter to prevent dislodgement thereof. The flap further includes a series of fasteners for releasably coupling a free edge thereof onto the front panel to house the external portion of the catheter under the closed flap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Inventor: Emily Austin
  • Publication number: 20130326797
    Abstract: A belt is provided having a longitudinal axis configured to encompass the waist of a person, a patch is disposed on the belt, the patch extends across a width of the belt and forms a longitudinal pocket for a key between the patch and belt where an opening of the pocket receives the actuator end of the key, the longitudinal pocket is oriented to receive the key parallel to the longitudinal axis of the belt and a cutout in the patch extends outwards from the opening and from the pocket along the longitudinal axis, the cutout traces the outline of the handle of the key wherein a curvature of the belt causes the portion of the patch surrounding the opening to pull the handle of the key into the cutout against the belt thereby preventing the key from being accidentally dislodged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2012
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Applicant: ARMANENT SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES, INC.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Publication number: 20130254976
    Abstract: A tactical clothing accessory and/or clothing item which provides a magnetic attraction sufficient to reversibly secure military, police and other items. The tactical clothing accessory can be a tactical magnetic keeper having one magnet or a plurality of magnets which can reversibly secure one or optionally more items such as a firearm, an ammunition clip, a pair of hand cuffs, a hand cuff key, a baton, a knife, a magnet, or other magnetic object. The tactical clothing item can be a tactical vest having one magnet or a plurality of magnets which can reversibly secure such items. The tactical clothing accessory can be a belt having one magnet or a plurality of magnets which can reversibly secure such items. This disclosure also encompasses methods and means for making and using the tactical clothing accessory and/or clothing item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Inventor: Cristian Marcelo Aravena
  • Publication number: 20130239299
    Abstract: There is a leg-worn storage device configured to store objects about a leg of a user. The device includes a cylindrical band of two-way elastic fabric. The cylindrical band includes an interior layer of two-way elastic fabric having a friction enhancing texture layer protruding therefrom and penetrating thereinside. The cylindrical band includes an exterior layer of two-way elastic fabric coupled to the interior layer. The cylindrical band includes a pocket formed between the interior layer and the exterior layer; wherein the pocket is selectably accessible from an exterior of the cylindrical band this permitting the storage of objects. The cylindrical band includes a first end region selectably coupled to a second end region. The cylindrical band includes a mating coupling device disposed at each of the first end region and the second end region and configured to selectably couple the first end region to the second end region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2013
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Inventor: Andrea Paige Carter-Cohen
  • Patent number: 8516621
    Abstract: Magnetic work clothes for holding work items comprise a body having a surface and one or more magnets coupled to the surface for holding work items. The one or more magnets providing a magnetic force for attracting magnetically attractable objects and securing them to the surface such that they are readily available for use. The body comprising a pair of suspenders, a vest, an apron or any other suitable clothing item.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: AAW Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Andre A. Woolery
  • Patent number: 8510868
    Abstract: One example of the invention describes a belt that is to be used by uniformed professional field personnel (e.g. law enforcement, fire, park department, search and rescue, private security, utilities personnel, military, etc.). Some examples of the invention introduce many new features which allow for improved access, comfort, reliability, ruggedness and cosmetics. In one embodiment, the description describes a metal rail on a belt, to which accessories attach. The other items of the inventions are the details of the buckle and its various designs. Other attachments and accessories, plus various setups and arrangements for the belts and buckles, are also presented here.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2013
    Inventors: Ryan Mongan, David Law, Graeme Esarey, Scott Comins
  • Publication number: 20130191970
    Abstract: A belt has a retracting lanyard built into it for convenient deployment of an attachment device attached to the lanyard. The lanyard can be contained within the belt when not in use and can be extended therefrom for use. A stop prevents the lanyard from being removed from the belt and, therefore, the lanyard never needs to come off the belt. Because the lanyard retracts into a channel or slot in the belt, it does not get tangled and hung up. The belt can also include a hidden pocket to store money, notes, maps and the like. The attachment device can be stored in an attachment pouch when not in use, keeping the attachment device ready for use and preventing it from getting caught when not in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2013
    Publication date: August 1, 2013
    Inventor: James Frederick Foreman
  • Publication number: 20130167286
    Abstract: A special fishing vest device with see-through and removable pockets for containing fishing tackle and lures. The device relates to fishing and hunting clothing and more particularly to fishing garments with removable pockets and adapted for wear by sportspersons needing easier access to pockets, desiring to have pre-filled pockets for easy placement on the vest, having a support system and a plurality of pockets with a coupling means for removably securing the pockets to the support system of the vest. The preferred embodiment of the device is comprised of a vest with features and for wearing by a fisherman; a plurality of pockets that have features such as at least one see-though side; and a means to removably secure the pockets to the vest whereby the fisherman may select the desired pockets and attach them to the vest for easy access to fishing tackle and lures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2013
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Inventor: Michael E Hudson
  • Publication number: 20130067642
    Abstract: A maternity belt structure includes at least one protection strap for supporting/holding lower belly of a pregnant woman, a waist protection board and at least one sling. The waist protection board is attached to the back of the pregnant woman for supporting the back. The protection straps extend from two sides of the waist protection board and are wound over the waist of the pregnant woman to the lower belly to connect with each other for providing a first support force. For a humpback pregnant woman, the sling is conducted through the armpit and wound over the shoulder to connect with the protection straps and the waist protection board for providing a second support force. Therefore, the lower belly supporting/holding force of the protection strap is enhanced and the pregnant woman can more comfortably wear the maternity belt to relieve the waist and back soreness and minimize the risk of humpback.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2011
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Inventor: William CHEN
  • Publication number: 20120233744
    Abstract: A crawling encouragement garment is configured to train a child to support himself on hands and knees in a crawling position. The crawling encouragement garment includes front and rear panels with one or more pockets configured to receive pressure generating members such as hollow plastic balls or elongate foam-like members. The pressure generating members apply gentle pressure to the child laying on his front side or on his rear side such that the child is encouraged to roll onto his front side and to climb up on hands and knees and thereby learn to crawl in this position. The crawling encouragement garment is provided with adjustable coupling mechanisms to reliably secure the garment to children of various sizes. One or more of the pockets may be removable when not in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Laura A. Wallace
  • Patent number: 8261373
    Abstract: A necklace that does not fully encircle the neck of the user but, instead, has its two free ends with an affixing device at each free end to attach to the straps of the wearers garment or undergarment, such as a bra. In the preferred embodiment, the straps have a plurality of affixing devices vertically spaced along the strap so as to enable the user to position the necklace at differing heights on the wearer to suit the particular neckline of the attire worn by the user. In addition, the affixation and removal of the necklace takes place at the front of the wearer and thus is more convenient and easier to carry out than the use of a clasp that is intended to be manipulated behind the neck of the wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Inventor: Elizabeth M. Detsis
  • Publication number: 20120198602
    Abstract: One example of the invention describes a belt that is to be used by uniformed professional field personnel (e.g. law enforcement, fire, park department, search and rescue, private security, utilities personnel, military, etc.). Some examples of the invention introduce many new features which allow for improved access, comfort, reliability, ruggedness and cosmetics. In one embodiment, the description describes a metal rail on a belt, to which accessories attach. The other items of the inventions are the details of the buckle and its various designs. Other attachments and accessories, plus various setups and arrangements for the belts and buckles, are also presented here.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2011
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: Ryan Mongan, David Law, Graeme Esarey, Scott Comins
  • Publication number: 20120078190
    Abstract: A garment includes a vertical opening and a transverse flap on the front panel thereof for securing an external portion of a central line or catheter having at least two distal lumens or branches. The external portion of the catheter extends through a gap between a pair fasteners of the vertical opening. In order to secure the catheter, the flap includes a stopper that is fastened to front panel such that the stopper is located between the distal branches of the catheter. If one or both of the distal branches are pulled or tugged, a junction or transition area of the catheter is pressed against the stopper and limits further motion of the catheter to prevent dislodgement thereof. The flap further includes a series of fasteners for releasably coupling a free edge thereof onto the front panel to house the external portion of the catheter under the closed flap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventor: Emily Austin
  • Publication number: 20120030861
    Abstract: A garment that includes a garment structure, a plurality of loop members, and first, second and third pocket assemblies. Each loop member is coupled to a waist portion of the garment structure and remains attached thereto in response to the application of a leash force of 37 lbf thereto. The first pocket assembly is configured to hold a plurality of disposable plastic bags and defines an opening through which the disposable plastic bags can be dispensed. The second pocket assembly is configured to receive one or more of the disposable plastic bags that have been filled with pet excrement. Each third pocket assembly is coupled to the lower portion of the garment structure and is configured to hold a tennis ball therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2010
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Inventor: Renee LaRose Miller
  • Publication number: 20110154559
    Abstract: Belt with two handgrips provides grips for hands to grasp to straighten arms for upper body extension. Patient who is suffering from backache secondary to pinched nerve can wear this device and grasps handgrips with hands to straighten his/her arms to extent upper body and vertebral space to decompress the pinched spinal nerve to relieve backache. It is especially helpful for patients who have to sit in a car or airplane for a long trip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2009
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Inventor: Kun Yuan Tong
  • Patent number: 7942856
    Abstract: A garment for securing and storing bodily fluid drainage reservoirs and other fluid reservoirs. The garment comprises a loose-fitting body with at least one small aperture for receiving drainage tubing and at least one pocket cloth partly fixed to the body of the garment and partly detachably coupled to the body of the garment which allows for the easy storage and removal of the fluid drainage reservoir. The pocket cloth allows for the continuing support of the drainage reservoir as the drainage reservoir becomes heavier e.g. about 1 kilogram, due to the collection of fluid draining from the patient into the drainage reservoir. The secure storage of the drainage reservoir enables the wearer to move without worry of the drainage reservoir coming loose, losing fluid, or being exposed to a non-sterile environment external to the pocket cloth. The garment may be configured for wear by male and female children and adults.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Inventor: Nedda Joy Lentini
  • Publication number: 20100083414
    Abstract: Securing devices secure the position of protective pads on the arms of a user of the protective pads. A first strap and a second strap are placed over the head with the head of the user passing in between the first and second strap. The first and second straps connect to a third strap at a first connection point. At a second connection point opposite from the first connection point a fourth strap connects to the first and second straps. The third and fourth straps each connect to an attachment device. The attachment devices connect to the protective pads of the wearer. Each one of the straps can each be adjustable to accommodate wearers of varying dimensions. The attachment devices can be detachable from the protective pads so that the wearer can utilize the securing device in conjunction with protective pads that the wearer already has.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2008
    Publication date: April 8, 2010
    Inventor: Matthew Hunt
  • Publication number: 20100011487
    Abstract: A functional belt having a flexible structure can relatively reduce pressure applied to the belly and the waist, thereby reducing the possibility of disc disease, prevent hypometabolism due to the belt that does not stretch, thereby promoting good health, and maintain its function as a belt even if a flexible portion is torn. The functional belt includes a flexible part 90 integrally provided at one end of the belt to allow the belt to stretch and contract in length, a buckle 92 coupled with one end of the flexible part 90 to allow the user to adjust the length of the belt, which is fastened to clothes such as trousers, in order to prevent the clothes from slipping down, and a connector 94 connecting the other end of the flexible part 90, coupled with the buckle 92, to a belt member 30 that is made of a predetermined material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2007
    Publication date: January 21, 2010
    Inventor: Mi Ri Kim