Removable Liquid-holding Container Held By Carrier Patents (Class 224/148.4)
  • Patent number: 11812843
    Abstract: A container holder may include an inner liner, an outer shell, and an intermediate layer in between the inner liner and the outer shell. The inner liner may provide an inner wall. And the inner wall may include a cavity for receiving a container. The container holder can define a first portion and a second portion. The first portion may follow a curved profile and the second portion may follow a flat profile such that a cross-section of the container holder follows a D-shape. The second portion may have a series of openings extending through the outer shell to vent the cavity to an outside. A series of loops may cover the series of openings on the second portion and a pair of clips can be mounted to the series of loops. A bottom vent can extend through the base, the intermediate layer, and the inner liner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2023
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: John W. Dow, Derek G. Sullivan
  • Patent number: 11076969
    Abstract: The breastfeeding device present in the invention, simulates natural breastfeeding experience and delivers fluid, milk or infant formula to the nursing infant in a contactless or latch free manner than any prior art in this field. This device integrates physical sensors to the breastfeeding device and includes a neck strap, refillable housing chamber that contains fluid, a tubing that connects the housing chamber to a prosthetic nipple via a sealing attachment and a prosthetic nipple for infant latching to nurse. The invention is a notable step forward in creating an effective, safe and contactless nursing which mitigates and prevents bruised, sore nipples or engorged breasts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Little Latchers, LLC
    Inventor: Kimberly Meikle
  • Patent number: 10932552
    Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to a tool holder having a tool support member rotationally coupled to a outwardly deflecting member, the tool holder configured to transition between a first mode and a second mode, where in the first mode, the tool support member protrudes away from the rest of the tool holder and the outwardly deflecting member extends longitudinally downward, and where in the second mode, the weight of a stowed tool causes the tool support member to rotate in a downward direction while simultaneously rotating/deflecting the outwardly deflecting member away from a downwardly extending back member. In an illustrative example, the tool holder may push a bottom end of a tool away from a user in response to storage of the tool in the tool holder, thus advantageously mitigating or preventing injury or discomfort from the tool banging or brushing up against the user's leg.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Inventor: Salvador Zamarron
  • Patent number: 10088272
    Abstract: Disclosed methods, systems, and apparatus provide multiple-position slings and hands-free carrying devices for equipment, hand guns, shoulder weapons, military-style tactical firearms, etc. Systems include adjustably attaching into a garment, a single-point sling with a slider strap and slider for repositioning a detachable lanyard, e.g. to attach a shoulder weapon. Methods for using systems for a single-point sling for a long gun, include holstering the gun supported by a loop of the lanyard detachably attached to the slider in a front-holstering position, e.g. at a user's secondary side under the arm. Embodiments include drawing the long gun forward, the loop of the lanyard supporting the long gun proximate a stock, grip or single-point receiver plate mount of the long gun, and shouldering the gun with the stock against a shoulder, the slider positioned at a shooting position of the slider strap of the single-point sling system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2018
    Inventor: Javier R. Echevarria
  • Patent number: 10017125
    Abstract: A portable personal electronic device mounting apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a vertical strip comprised of vertical fasteners, a support bracket attached to a bottom portion of the vertical strip. In this embodiment, the support bracket is configured to receive a personal electronic device. The apparatus further includes a first support strap comprised of first strap fasteners and two ends. Each of the two ends is selectively fastenable to each other and at least one of the two ends is selectively fastenable in relation to the vertical strip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2018
    Inventor: Sean Frazier
  • Patent number: 9956139
    Abstract: A portable canister holder is disclosed. The portable canister system comprises a collapsible substantially cylindrical, non-rigid body assembly comprising a plurality of vertical support rods configured to support a plurality of horizontal support restraints. The vertical support rods are able to pivot along with the horizontal supporting restraints, thereby collapsing the body assembly. The lowest horizontal support restraint further comprises a stopper to prevent the canister from being disconnected from the body assembly when in use. The portable canister holder further comprises an articulating joint member having a first end configured to attach to the body assembly and a second end configured to attach to a clamping device. The portable canister holder further comprises an IV holder configured to attach to the body assembly, the IV holder having a plurality of rods configured to support an IV bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2018
    Inventor: Eric W. Hesketh
  • Patent number: 9872548
    Abstract: The present invention discloses, inter alia, a bag apparatus having a main body with different portions. Aspects of embodiments of the invention contemplate the apparatus having side portions and curved ends that enable the apparatus to hug the contours of a user and efficiently distribute the weight of the apparatus and contents thereby relieving pressures and stresses normally encountered with contemporary bags. Additional aspects contemplate straps to enable the apparatus to be carried by a user in a number of ways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Inventor: Yan Ma
  • Patent number: 9651339
    Abstract: A releasable vest having a front panel; front shoulder strap elements that include at least one front shoulder strap attachment opening; a back panel; a first waist belt element that extends from the front panel and has at least one waist belt element attachment opening formed through the waist belt element; a second waist belt element that extends from the front panel and has at least one release loop attached thereto, wherein the at least one release loop is capable of being passed through the waist belt attachment opening of the first waist belt element and the at least one front shoulder strap attachment opening of the front shoulder strap elements; and a release lanyard that is capable of being passed through the release loop so as to releasably secure the first waist belt element and the at least one shoulder strap element to the release loop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Assignee: Vista Outdoor Operations LLC
    Inventors: Frederick W. Storms, Jr., Eric M. Yeates, Thomas A. Marx, Marty Goldman
  • Patent number: 9463662
    Abstract: A portable utility storage apparatus includes a lower portion having a first receiving section, and an upper portion contiguously formed with the lower portion wherein the upper portion has a second receiving section oppositely spaced from the first receiving section. A clip is selectively and removably engaged with the upper portion in such a manner that the first receiving section and the second receiving section freely and synchronously oscillate about a fulcrum axis defined substantially perpendicular to the upper portion. A first coupling is removably attached to another one of the first receiving section and the second receiving section. Notably, a rail is removably attached to one of the first receiving section and the second receiving section. In this manner, the rail having a second coupling is interchangeably engaged with the first receiving section and the second receiving section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Inventor: Carlos Sotolongo
  • Patent number: 9027807
    Abstract: A wearable cup holder arrangement permits a wearer to secure a drink cup or bottle to the leg, either above or below the knee, to hold the container while seated or standing. A holder body or shell has a receptacle for the drink container, with a pair of L-shaped slots extending on the back and bottom. A strap passes through these slots and then secures around the wearer's leg. The L-shaped slots allow the strap to be positioned at the back side or the bottom of the shell. In one alternative, pivot hardware holds the shell to the strap, and allows rotation of 90 degrees.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Inventor: Elliot Zachary Kampas
  • Patent number: 9027806
    Abstract: A beverage and pill carrier device attaches to a garment for hands free carrying of a beverage and discretely held medications. The device includes a container for holding a bottle. A hook is coupled to and extends from the container. The hook is attachable to a loop of a garment. A support wall is coupled to a perimeter wall of the container and extends through an interior space of the container. The support wall supports the bottle in spaced relationship to a base wall of the container. A pocket wall has a peripheral edge coupled to a perimeter edge of the base wall such that the pocket wall forms a pocket with the base wall. An opening extends into the pocket for insertion of pills into the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Inventor: Donald J. Gioggia
  • Publication number: 20150108183
    Abstract: A bottle and accessories carrier generally includes a bottle carrier with preferable accessory storage. One version includes a holster portion for retaining at least one bottle or container; straps or other means attaching the holster portion onto a user's body or other article; a preferably flattened bottle; and an accessory storage area for carrying items. A strategically placed spacer or padding layer improves breathability and reduces bounce, providing a more comfortable carrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Inventors: Keith S. Willows, June A. Angus, Antonio Del Rosario
  • Patent number: 8985409
    Abstract: A bottle and accessories carrier generally includes a bottle carrier with preferable accessory storage. One version includes a holster portion for retaining at least one bottle or container; straps or other means attaching the holster portion onto a user's body or other article; a preferably flattened bottle; and an accessory storage area for carrying items. A strategically placed spacer or padding layer improves breathability and reduces bounce, providing a more comfortable carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Amphipod, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith Willows, June Angus, Antonio Del Rosario
  • Patent number: 8950632
    Abstract: A wearable dispenser is provided having an elongate body having a first end and a second end and extending from the first end to the second end in an arc forming at least a portion of an ellipse, oval or circle and extending through greater than 180 degrees so as to fit over a wrist. A product is retained interiorly of the body, and a pump assembly fluidly communicates with the product in the body. The pump assembly includes a movable dispensing tip that, upon reciprocal movement, dispenses a dose of product from the pump assembly and draws another dose of product into the pump assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: Gojo Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Nick E. Ciavarella, Matthew I. Archer
  • Patent number: 8931669
    Abstract: A belt clip for supporting a paint container from a user's waist belt while allowing the painter spill free freedom of movement and secure means for stowing a paint brush. The belt clip has an integral body configured to have an elongated back, a neck extending outward from the proximal end of the back, a head, and a magnet embedded in the head. The belt clip is configured to have a recessed channel for receiving the bail of the paint can and a separate integral hook part for supporting a paint container having a peripheral lip. The back is configured to allow the belt clip to pivot slightly side to side about the wearer thereby accommodating a limited range wearer movement. The magnet allows a user to secure a paint brush to belt clip so that the bush is oriented directly over the open paint can, thereby reducing inadvertent painting errors and messes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Inventor: Antonio Bajuyo
  • Patent number: 8919623
    Abstract: A beverage carriage if provided for wear around a user's waist area. The apparatus includes an accessory that attaches to a user's waist area. A hanger depends from the accessory, the hanger having an upwardly positioned socket. A mounted sleeve has a top opening having an opening that enables a contained beverage to be housed within the sleeve interior. A curved panel/plate fits inside the sleeve. A projecting member is attached to the curved panel/plate and extends through the insulated sleeve to a position spaced externally of the sleeve. A detachable connector joins the projecting member to the hanger when the detachable connector is lowered into the socket via the open top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Inventors: Victor James Bergeron, Creighton Pier Ward, Mark J. Gabriel, Clarence Barton Kemper, III, Krista Wohlfeil, Donald Scott Rogers, Melissa B. Rogers, Billy James McDonald
  • Patent number: 8919622
    Abstract: A beverage carriage if provided for wear around a user's waist area. The apparatus includes an accessory that attaches to a user's waist area. A hanger depends from the accessory, the hanger having an upwardly positioned socket. A mounted sleeve has a top opening having an opening that enables a contained beverage to be housed within the sleeve interior. A curved panel/plate fits inside the sleeve. A projecting member is attached to the curved panel/plate and extends through the insulated sleeve to a position spaced externally of the sleeve. A detachable connector joins the projecting member to the hanger when the detachable connector is lowered into the socket via the open top. A locking member moves between locking and release positions, the locking member automatically interlocking with the connector when the connector is lowered into the socket, the locking member having a manually operated release portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Assignee: Guide's Choice Inc
    Inventors: Mark J. Gabriel, Clarence Barton Kemper, III, Victor James Bergeron, Creighton Pier Ward, Melissa B. Rogers, Billy James McDonald, Krista Wohlfeil, Donald Scott Rogers
  • Patent number: 8915408
    Abstract: A device to assist in the feeding of an infant from a bottle comprising a shoulder support pad shaped like a figure eight comprised of a washable material including a nonskid on the underside having ridges and valleys. A baby bottle holder is rotatably attached near one end of said shoulder support band. The caregiver can hold and support an infant in one arm and hand greatly reducing the effort required to feed an infant milk from a baby bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Inventor: Martin Richard Hill
  • Patent number: 8905667
    Abstract: A scent dispenser includes a holder member that is removably attached to the back side and heel of a hunter's boot and has curved arms disposed at each side thereof, the holder attached to the boot by an elastic cord that extends from one arm, over the vamp portion of the boot, and is releasably attached to the other arm. The back side of the holder removably holds a scent containing bottle in an inverted position at the rear portion of the boot, the bottle having a cap with a sponge that extends a distance below the bottom of the boot heel to engage the ground surface and is compressed to deposit an amount of the scent onto the ground each time a step is taken to leave a scented trail to attract animals, or mask the smell of a human. The bottle may be removed and hung from another object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Inventor: Kym Burks
  • Publication number: 20140353347
    Abstract: The present invention provides in some embodiments, the first for purpose designed, low cost, easy to transport, ergonomically correct, water transport backpack and storage device for the least developed countries of the world. The backpack includes a carrier bag and a food-safe liner configured to be disposed within the carrier bag. The carrier bag includes handles and straps to enable the user to carry the bag comfortably for long distances. The carrier bag and the food-safe liner also include wide-mouthed tops for filling the backpack with water and can be rolled down and secured with ties, in order to keep the backpack closed. The food-safe liner includes a spout for dispensing the water. The backpack also includes a flattened bottom for positioning the backpack on a flat surface for storage. The components of the water backpack can be provided as a kit for local manufacture to provide jobs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2012
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Applicant: Greif Flexibles Trading Holding B.V.
    Inventor: David Fischer
  • Publication number: 20140339273
    Abstract: A carrier suitable to mount an aerosol spray can on a backpack, a belt loop or the like. The carrier has a pair of downwardly depending skirts that are radially spaced from each other, and an upper connector section. Squeezing opposite sides of the outer skirt drives portions of the inner skirt inward as well. However, as the inner skirt is oblong, this also causes other intermediate regions of the inner skirt to bulge outwardly. These intermediate regions are designed to otherwise latch onto the can, and thus this squeezing helps release the carrier from the can. There may also be a secondary catch between the bottom of the outer skirt and the can, as well as a positive stop along an inner side of the outer skirt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2013
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Inventors: Dirk K. Nickel, Donald J. Schumacher, Mark W. Geis
  • Patent number: 8887962
    Abstract: An improved disposable hydration pouch and method of delivery is disclosed herein. The hydration pouch may be manufactured from poly-ethylene or other high self-friction polymers that can be thermally sealed, which allows the pouch to be inexpensive to manufacture and disposable. The hydration pouch also includes a plurality of latitudinal thermally sealed baffles to provide improved lateral support and strength while holding liquids during use over existing poly-ethylene hydration pouches in the prior art. The disposable hydration pouch may be used by athletes, hikers, cyclists, travelers, and more as a portable hydration source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Inventors: Gregory Ellis Herivel, Jeffrey Brooks Goodner
  • Patent number: 8839996
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for storing and delivering fluid to a person comprises, in at least one specific embodiment, a fluid reservoir having an internal volume therein with an opening disposed through a first wall or a second wall of the fluid reservoir and located toward a first end of the fluid reservoir. A first portion of a tube can be exterior to the fluid reservoir and a second portion of the tube can be disposed through the opening and within the internal volume. At least one insulation layer can be disposed about the exterior of the first wall of the fluid reservoir. The second wall of the fluid reservoir can be configured for transferring heat from or to the internal volume or from the person. At least one baffle is disposed within the internal volume and connected to the first wall and the second wall of the fluid reservoir.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
    Inventors: Scott E. Parazynski, Grant C. Bue, Mark E. Schaefbauer, Kase C. Urban
  • Patent number: 8820367
    Abstract: An activity and storage bag is includes a central compartment for holding one or more removable objects. The central compartment has an inner surface that is water-resistant and an outer surface. The activity and storage bag further includes a wallet attached to the outer surface of the central compartment for storing wallet items. The wallet includes an external flap that folds out from and attaches back with an internal flap that is connected to the outer surface of the central compartment. The activity and storage bag further includes one or more side pockets attached to the outer surface of the central compartment adjacent to the wallet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: Cathi Reyes
  • Publication number: 20140239022
    Abstract: The portable beverage rack of the present invention is a generally square or rectangular receptacle which may safely store one or more bottles in u-shaped channels which cradle the bottles and prevent movement of the bottles while in transit or while travelling on a boat or RV. The u-shaped channels may contain a rubber pad on the inside surface to prevent sliding, rolling, or other lateral movement of the bottles. The portable beverage rack also contains a securement mechanism, such as a strap, buckle or band which extends over the top of the bottles to prevent vertical movement of the bottles. Additionally, the rack includes means to attach the rack to a wall or other vertical surface using a separate wall mounted base plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2014
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Inventor: Amy Dovell
  • Patent number: 8814063
    Abstract: A new and useful system, method and components are provided, for hydrating and cooling a cyclist, in a manner that is efficient and effective, and in a manner that minimizes disruption of the cyclists attention to his/her riding. The components and system include a liquid container connected to a portion of a cycle and hydrating and actuating components that use the liquid (preferably water) in the liquid container. The liquid container has a body of liquid and the hydrating and actuating components include a drinking straw extending into the body of liquid, a spray device having a tube extending into the container with a spray head located outside the container, and an actuator mechanism comprising a pumping component in fluid communication with the liquid in the container and a hand actuated trigger mechanism located to be accessible to the hand of a cyclist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Inventor: Luis A. Millan
  • Patent number: 8783538
    Abstract: A work mans belt-mounted holder which allows a container to be suspended from the waist of a work man freeing up his hands. The holder has a belt receiving member of flexible material with slots to securely hold the belt receiving member on a belt. The holder is fixedly attached to belt receiving member and projects from the receiving member to hold a container. Built into the holder are openings for hand tools to be placed for easy access when needed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel E Dattilo
  • Patent number: 8757573
    Abstract: An adjustable cup holder incorporates an elongated clamp assembly and cup support assembly. The clamp assembly has a proximal end and a distal clamping end. The cup support assembly is connected at the proximal end of the clamp assembly, and comprises a body portion and a pair of arcuate cup-encircling arms having respective spaced-apart free ends. A pivot pin enables pivot adjustment of the cup support assembly at the proximal end of the clamp assembly, such that the cup support assembly is movable between a desired in-use position depending from the clamp assembly, and a folded stowed position beside the clamp assembly. In the stowed position, the clamp assembly passes between the spaced-apart free ends of the cup-encircling arms and into an area defined between the cup-encircling arms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: Drink Clip, LLC
    Inventor: John M. Barnes, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8740167
    Abstract: A container holder system for attachment to a lawnmower handle assembly. In operation, the container holder system receives a beverage container and pivots with respect to the ground to prevent spilling from the beverage container. Optionally, the container holder system rotates with respect to itself to provide ease of use. The container holder system includes a cage assembly and a mounting device for securing the cage assembly to the lawnmower handle assembly. The cage assembly includes cage arms and a flange interface defined by the cage arms. The mounting device includes a gripping sleeve positioned between the cage arms and the lawnmower handle assembly and includes a clamp for drawing the cage arms and the gripping sleeve against the lawnmower handle assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventor: Suzy Collins
  • Patent number: 8733462
    Abstract: This invention is related to a portable texture-spraying apparatus for uniformly dispersing a viscous material. This apparatus broadly includes a tank assembly having a body with an inner wall that defines a sealed cavity, and a piston assembly slidably disposed within the sealed cavity. The piston assembly divides the sealed cavity into an air-side chamber and a material-side chamber by providing an airtight seal therebetween. Additionally an air-control assembly is provided that broadly includes a pressure-control mechanism configured for receiving compressed air and routing a controlled pneumatic pressure to a directional valve configured for adjusting between a dispensing mode and a loading mode. In dispensing mode, the directional valve routes the controlled pneumatic pressure to the air-side chamber biasing the piston assembly toward the material-side chamber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Marshalltown Company
    Inventors: John Reynolds, Troy Thurber
  • Publication number: 20140042195
    Abstract: A carrier assembly facilitates the carrying (e.g. by a hiker) of a dispenser for materials such as insect repellents. There are two housings that couple together to form a sealed vault for storing the dispenser between uses. There is also a connector section of one housing in the form of a clip for mounting the housing structure on a backpack or belt loop. A sealing sleeve and a locking sleeve cooperate with the vault to achieve quick opening of the housing parts when desired, without compromising sealing between openings of the vault.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Inventors: Mark W. Geis, Donald J. Schumacher, Damien Vizcarra, Alexandre Hennen
  • Publication number: 20140027477
    Abstract: A wearable beverage bottle retaining clip includes: a back wall, including a top portion, bottom portion, a front face, and a rear face; two shoulder tabs, each extending in front of the top portion of the back wall such that a first end of each shoulder tab is located in front of the front face of the back wall, wherein the shoulder tabs are at least partially hook-shaped and the first end of each shoulder tab is spaced apart across a width of the back wall; and a retaining seat extending in front of the bottom portion of the front face of the back wall, wherein the retaining seat includes a bottom tab that is configured such that when a beverage bottle is secured in the retaining clip, the bottom tab is in contact with the front face of the beverage bottle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2013
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Applicant: RUNNING HEALTH LLC
    Inventor: James E. deBeers
  • Patent number: 8622263
    Abstract: A backpack structure having a lifesaving function is made of material capable of floating on water. Connection straps are provided on each end surface of the backpack, which can be buckled with connection straps of another backpack and which can be buckled with connection straps of a water bag filled with air inside. The backpack structure enables users to cross rivers more safely, so as to increase survival possibility in the field, and also to carry personnel, goods or conduct emergency relief on water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: Lao-Ching Su
  • Patent number: 8622264
    Abstract: One design embodiment of a holder for a container comprising: one or more bands each capable of retaining a container inside the band(s), with straps attached to and extending away from the exterior of the band(s); with fasteners on the ends of each strap such that container within the band or bands are held in a stable position relative to a harness to be worn by a user. The design embodiment allows easy attachment, use and deployment of containers in a variety of environmental conditions and situational uses, including but not limited to the carrying of gas supplies for underwater divers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: William Messner
  • Patent number: 8622262
    Abstract: The invention is a hydration system that is worn on a user's arm. The system has a flexible sleeve that is conical or forms a conical sleeve that fits a person's forearm. A bladder, made of a pliable material, attaches to the sleeve, and has a number of expandable ribs. The bladder is for holding water or liquid for drinking. The bladder can be flat and folds with the sleeve to form a gently tapering form. A frame secures the bladder to the sleeve. A cap is detachably connected to an opening of the bladder, and a drinking straw allows a user to withdraw water from the bladder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: Roger L. Van Art
  • Patent number: 8602278
    Abstract: An aerodynamic, hands free liquid containment system for horizontal mounting on to a bicycle handlebar and aerobars. The water bottle and the bottle cage are aerodynamically shaped and positioned between a rider's arms to eliminate turbulence and reduce drag on the bicycle and rider. The cage typically clips to both the aerobar extensions and the horizontal sections of the handlebars. The water bottle includes an opening for filling the container and another opening for receiving a flexible drinking tube. The opening for filling the container can be closed with a removable cover and includes a splash flap to avoid spilling of the reservoir contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Inventor: Todd E. Sweigart
  • Publication number: 20130292430
    Abstract: The hydration pouch includes an elastic band that compresses the bottom portion of the hydration bladder inside the pouch to more evenly distribute the fluid contents of the bladder vertically within the pouch, thereby preventing the pooling of the fluid contents in the bottom of the bladder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2012
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventor: Jo Won Seuk
  • Patent number: 8505788
    Abstract: The invention is an ergonomic detachable handle having a grip portion terminating at one end in a contoured band for carrying a paint container and associated brush. The contoured band has a cantilevered support portion with an upstanding peripheral edge for receiving the lip of a container. A spring biased retainer clip is mounted to the cantilevered support portion so that the slidable movement of the spring biased retainer clip traps the lip of the container between the upstanding peripheral edge of the cantilevered support portion and the spring biased retainer clip to securely hold the container to the grip portion of the handle. A shell housing dependent from the cantilevered support portion houses a permanent magnet in contact with the wall of the container to hold a painter's brush magnetically against the magnet on the inside of the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2013
    Inventor: Richard R. Thibault
  • Patent number: 8430284
    Abstract: A carrier for a bulk beverage container having a spout includes a shell having walls forming a hollow interior space sized and shaped for receiving the bulk beverage container therein, an opening formed in one of the walls for passage of the spout therethrough, and a flap secured to the shell for selectively covering the opening. The flap hinges between a closed position wherein the flap covers the opening and an open position wherein the flap does not cover the opening. A gasket can be provided at the opening for closely receiving the spout to seal the opening about the spout. Fasteners, such as hook-and-loop type fasteners, can be provided for removably securing the flap in the closed and open positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: Stable Brands LLC
    Inventors: Craig Broadbent, Kim Bernth
  • Publication number: 20130098954
    Abstract: An exercise pouch, comprising: a body configured to define a central pocket; at least a part of the body being composed of a deformable material such that the central pocket substantially conforms to a shape of a removable object inserted into the central pocket; and at least one magnet attached to a side of the body; wherein placement of the magnetic side of the body in contact with a metal surface enables the exercise pouch to be removably attached to the metal surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2011
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Inventor: Graham David Inglis
  • Patent number: 8342468
    Abstract: A drink container holding device for permitting articles and a beverage to be stored on a music stand includes a frame. At least one mounting assembly is coupled to the frame. The mounting assembly engages the stand to mount the frame to a stand. A sleeve is coupled to the frame. The sleeve has a beverage aperture extending therein through an upper end of the sleeve. The beverage aperture receives a drink container to allow the sleeve to support the drink container adjacent to the stand when the frame is mounted on the stand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Inventor: Mark B. Strickland
  • Publication number: 20120305611
    Abstract: The invention discloses ball projection cup connector assemblies for holding or carrying outdoor recreational equipment, especially gear such as traditional fishing nets, hiking sticks, water bottles or walking staff/fishing net combinations. The pieces of gear have a ball projection that is integral or attached as a separate piece. The cup connector can attach to a person's outerwear via a standard clip, a clip holder assembly or other fastening means. Alternatively, the cup connector may be incorporated into the clothing of the outerwear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventors: Jeffrey Blood, Carl Caylor
  • Publication number: 20120241482
    Abstract: A ladies carrying case. The case includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is specifically configured for easily accessing work-related items. The second portion is operatively connected to the first portion and is specifically configured for easily accessing cosmetics by not intermingling the cosmetics with the work-related items, while keeping the cosmetics on a specific pallet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2011
    Publication date: September 27, 2012
    Inventor: Tatiana A. Mabika
  • Patent number: 8272545
    Abstract: A bottle carrier has a resilient ring dimensioned to encircle a neck of the bottle in an installed condition. A brim is unitarily formed with and depends from the resilient ring and is dimensioned to fall in facing or contacting relation to a shoulder of the bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Inventor: Lawrence D. Saffran
  • Publication number: 20120228344
    Abstract: A portable drip bottle/bag stand carriage strap includes a drip bottle/bag stand and a fabric sling. A support jacket is disposed on the fabric sling. A pole of the drip bottle/bag stand is fitted in the support jacket and supported by the support jacket. A support plate is disposed on inner face of the support jacket to support and keep the support jacket in an erect state. The pole of the drip bottle/bag stand is securely fitted in the support jacket in an erect state. A patient can wear the carriage strap to carry the drip bottle/bag stand with him/her without affecting the activities of the patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2011
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Inventor: Choo Aun NEOH
  • Publication number: 20120228345
    Abstract: An improved bottle, retaining device and associated elements for carrying items is disclosed. The retaining device is adapted for holding a container (or containers) or other items; the retaining device being adapted to affix the container by way of the retaining device to a person or a personal item so ready access is provided for the held container/item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Applicant: AMPHIPOD, INC.
    Inventors: Keith S. Willows, June A. Angus, Antonio Del Rosario
  • Patent number: 8245892
    Abstract: An ornamental belt buckle/cup-holder combination having a front plate pivotably connected at its lower end to the lower end of a back plate. The back side of the buckle includes brackets and a hook for securing a belt. The front side of the buckle includes ornamentation. The front and back plates are held in parallel abutment with magnets. A loop is pivotably mounted to the top of the back plate and is captured between the front plate and the back plate when they in parallel abutment. The loop is urged into a upward perpendicular position relative to the back plate with a spring. When the front plate is folded downward perpendicular to the back plate, it forms a lower horizontal surface for supporting the weight of a beverage container. The loop is then urged by the spring into an upper horizontal position for receiving and laterally supporting the beverage container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: Beer Clothing Company, LLC
    Inventor: Jay P. Kriner
  • Patent number: 8240525
    Abstract: There is disclosed a device (1) to carry a bottle (5) including an attachment portion (10) to be secured to a user (15). A clip (20) has an aperture (25) through which a part (30) of the bottle (5) to be secured by the user may pass. A connecting means (35) extends between the attachment portion (10) and clip (20) and is operable to permit the bottle (15) in use to assume a substantially vertical orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Assignee: Innovative Ways Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Peter Stojkovski
  • Patent number: 8231094
    Abstract: An adjustable cup holder incorporates an elongated clamp assembly and cup support assembly. The clamp assembly has a proximal end and a distal clamping end. The cup support assembly is connected at the proximal end of the clamp assembly, and comprises a body portion and a pair of arcuate cup-encircling arms having respective spaced-apart free ends. A pivot pin enables pivot adjustment of the cup support assembly at the proximal end of the clamp assembly, such that the cup support assembly is movable between a desired in-use position depending from the clamp assembly, and a folded stowed position beside the clamp assembly. In the stowed position, the clamp assembly passes between the spaced-apart free ends of the cup-encircling arms and into an area defined between the cup-encircling arms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2012
    Assignee: Drink Clip, LLC
    Inventor: John M. Barnes, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20120187160
    Abstract: A bottle carrying device includes a tubular cloth sleeve that fits snugly over a bottle, such as a bottle of water. The tubular cloth sleeve includes a welt top formed by folding over an end portion of the cloth sleeve onto itself and securing the folded-over end portion. Preferably, the welt top includes a pair of openings to accommodate entry of a cord within the welt. The cord functions as a drawstring to allow the device to be tightened around the neck of the bottle. Preferably, the cord includes a shoe lace lock type fastener to allow the cord to be kept tightly around the bottle neck when the bottle is being carried. Preferably, the cord further extends outwardly from the welt top forming an elongated loop to facilitate carrying the device. Preferably, the fastener can be unlocked and the cord loosened so as to remove the bottle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2011
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Inventor: Carolyn Wolf