Abstract: A portable carrying apparatus configured to selectively attach a cargo load to one or more attachment points and enable a user to balance and carry the attached cargo load on one or both of the user’s shoulders. A portable carrying apparatus of the present disclosure may include an elongated body comprising a first plurality of receiving portions disposed on a first arm portion and a second plurality of receiving portions disposed on a second arm portion. One or more attachment connectors may be selective interfaced with the first plurality of receiving portions. A user may selectively attach one or more cargo loads to the one or more attachment connectors in order to carry the cargo loads on the shoulder(s) of the user via the portable carrying apparatus.

Abstract: A portable carrying apparatus comprises a plurality of segments that mateably couple together to form an elongated carrying apparatus. Each of the plurality of segments may be selectively de-coupled from each other to enable a user to break down the apparatus and stack each segment for storage when not in use. In accordance with certain aspects of the present disclosure, the apparatus may have a first end (e.g., a proximal end) and a second end (e.g., a distal end) that are configured to receive/carry one or more cargo loads (e.g., a connected hook, strap, bag handle and the like). A user of the apparatus may selectively attach one or more cargo loads to the first end and/or second end of the apparatus and balance the apparatus on one or both of the user's shoulders to carry/transport the one or more cargo loads more easily to and from a desired destination.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a resistive exercise harness, a rack for use with the harness, and a cart for transporting one or more of the harness, the rack, or weights. The resistive exercise harness can be used to perform various functional movements/exercises and simulate loaded carries/movements relevant to certain occupations/sports/recreations. The resistive exercise harness can promote efficient biomechanics and decrease mechanical stresses on a user's knees and/or lower back relative to other resistive exercises such as a barbell squat. The rack can be assembled in a variety of indoor/outdoor environments for harness usage and disassembled for convenient storage and/or transportation. The cart can interface with the harness and disassembled rack for convenient storage and/or transportation in a variety of indoor/outdoor environments.

Abstract: A device that is a lightweight, small, easily packable, hands-free accessory that improves how people carry shoulder bags is described. The device is a mechanism worn on the user's upper back that leaves the individual's hands free and enhances the ease of carrying shoulder bags. The device can be worn on bare shoulders, clothing and outerwear. The device helps to equalize the weight distribution of shoulder bags across the top of the trapezius muscle and allows for a less cumbersome commute via foot and public transportation.

Abstract: A shoulder carry assist is a device that allows the user to carry loads without having his or her movement restricted and without losing the use of his or her hands. The device features a left shoulder pad and a right shoulder pad that are connected via a left linkage rod, a right linkage rod, and a width-adjustable cross-bar. Loads may be attached to a left load-bearing hanger and a right load-bearing hanger that are attached to the left shoulder pad and the right shoulder pad by a left cord and a right cord, respectively. The left cord and the right cord are guided via a plurality of left offset guides and a plurality of right offset guides as well as a stabilizing guide located on both the left shoulder pad and the right shoulder pad.

Abstract: A personal boat carrying apparatus is provided for supporting a kayak or similar boat on a user during a portage to make portaging a kayak easier and less uncomfortable. The apparatus is lightweight but durable and has a body with a curved and arched center portion for resting on the shoulders of a user carrying the kayak, and two opposite body ends. Each body end has a support arm which pivots from a closed position to one or more open positions. The pivoting support arm provides multiple open positions to allow the apparatus to support kayaks and similar boats of different widths and configurations. Each support may have a swiveling bracket for engaging the gunwale of the cockpit of the kayak or similar boat. When the support arms are in the closed position, the apparatus may be compactly stored in the boat or elsewhere.

Abstract: A stress-reducer is provided for reducing stress on a user from a load of a carried item or object. The stress-reducer is shaped as a yoke and worn over a shoulder of a user and supports the carried item or object. The yoke bridges or spans the shoulder of the user, substantially the upper part of the trapezius muscle and/or the collarbone. The yoke is in contact with either side of the upper part of the user's shoulder on an anterior and/or posterior side. The stress-reducer can be used with strap means. A carried item, equipped with a stress-reducer, a brassiere fitted with a stress-reducer and a garment having a stress-reducer attached thereto are also provided, as well as an arm carrier comprising a stress-reducer, a cradle being attached to an arm and a string being connected between the stress-reducer and the cradle.

Abstract: A wearable display apparatus comprises a support structure for supporting a display (6), in use, above a wearer's (2) head; and a weight -bearing torso support for supporting the support structure, the torso support being arranged to extend, in use, around the wearer's torso below the level of the wearer's arms. The support structure comprises a yoke (12) arranged to sit on the wearer's shoulders; and at least one support member extending from the display to the wearer's shoulders and from there to the torso support. Where it extends over the wearer's shoulders, the support member bears on the yoke to distribute the weight of the apparatus between the yoke and the torso support.

Abstract: A description is provided for a device for articles that conventionally hang over the shoulder, such as satchels, handbags, luggage, inter alia, which include straps, handles, chains or similar means. The device prevents said articles from slipping and falling from the user's shoulder and comprises a rear section (20) in contact with the user's back; a first fastening device (30) mounted in the rear section (20) and on which said hanging means (2) are secured; a mid-section (40) attached to the rear section (20) and extending forwards from the latter, the mid-section (40) being in contact with the user's shoulder; a front section (50) attached to the mid-section (40) and extending forwards from the latter; the mid-section being in contact with the user's chest; and, a second fastening device (60) mounted in the front section (50) and on which said hanging means (2) are also secured.

Abstract: An instrument shoulder strap device and method for use with musical instruments, wherein the device comprises: a backless shoulder strap; the shoulder strap has an adjustable front strap; an U shaped mounting bracket, which is attached to the shoulder strap; the U shaped mounting bracket has slidable connecting means for connecting an instrument to the shoulder strap; and wherein the instrument has a pivot axle member having attachment means for attaching the member to the instrument, thereby allowing a user the ability to connect the pivot axle member to the U shaped mounting bracket for attaching and detaching the instrument to the shoulder strap.

Abstract: An article carrying device is provided for balancing upon a single shoulder of a person. The device includes front and back extended end members having a plurality of clips provided along middle and distal portions of the ends members. The clips secure packages to the article carrying device such that when packages of equal weights are attached to both ends of the carrying device, the device balances upon the shoulder of the person and does not require human hand intervention to maintain its position. The article carrying device is interchangeable and can be employed on either shoulder of the person. A hinge mechanism can be provided at an apex of the device for permitting the collapse of said device for transport or storage when not is use.

Abstract: Drum hardware and drum secured thereon are preferably supported on a vest type carrier or a T-bar carrier having a plurality of separate parts removable from each other and formed of a rigid plastic, light metal such as magnesium, aluminum or titanium. The removable hardware includes a removable back support member. The instrument carrier includes an articulating hinge that allows for positive, negative or neutral horizontal positioning of the instruments. The articulating hinge assembly further allows the carrier to be folded for easier transportation and storage in a smaller area.

Abstract: Design for construction of a wearable tray system is disclosed. The wearable tray system is adjustable in multiple dimensions including width, length, positioning of trays and multi-functional tilt wrist rests. ‘Wave-grip’ technology is utilized to provide for secure tool-free incremental lengthening and shortening of structural members. Further, multiple lockdown systems are disclosed for removably securing various objects to the trays of the system.

Abstract: The present invention features a unique carrying device for carrying a cartable item, wherein the carrying device is formed of a rigid structure and comprises means for engaging a first shoulder of a user, means for engaging a second shoulder of a user, means for connecting the means for engaging the first and second shoulders of a user together, means for adjusting the ergonomic configuration of the carrying device, means for releasably coupling or attaching the carrying device to a golf bag, and means for transitioning, upon elective actuation, functions to transition or convert the carrying device from a single-shoulder carrying arrangement or position to a dual-shoulder carrying arrangement or position.

Abstract: The present invention features a unique carrying device for carrying a cartable item, wherein the carrying device is formed of a rigid structure and comprises means for engaging a first shoulder of a user, means for engaging a second shoulder of a user, means for connecting the means for engaging the first and second shoulders of a user together, means for adjusting the ergonomic configuration of the carrying device, means for releasably coupling or attaching the carrying device to a golf bag, and means for transitioning, upon elective actuation, functions to transition or convert the carrying device from a single-shoulder carrying arrangement or position to a dual-shoulder carrying arrangement or position.

Abstract: A substantially rigid bag carrying device for facilitating manual transport of a bag, such as a golf bag, luggage, camping equipment, backpack, and the like. The bag carrying device facilitates manual transport of a bag by providing independent support for the bag as well as enabling a user to quickly and easily implement the bag carrying device in a single motion. The support structure of the bag carrying device may be defined by a variety of shoulder supports, connecting supports, and other support structures. The bag carrying device may also incorporate one or more support straps for selectively adjusting the position of the bag relative to a user.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carrier hook device adapted to support relatively light articles, such as outdoor use computers, measuring instruments, control units, photographic equipment etc. in front of the body of the person using it, said hook (1) comprising a front portion (3) which extends in the longitudinal direction of the body from the belly upwards over the chest of the person and is adapted to secure the articles to be carried and, adjacent the neck (4) and above the chest, is integral with a rear portion (5) curving up over the shoulder and continuing downwards behind the head.

Abstract: A carrying device comprising a rigid elongate yoke, extending between two distal ends, a clamping member adapted for engagement with the yoke member to clampingly fix the device on a supportive member of a backpack. At least both ends of the yoke member laterally project from the supportive member and each of the ends is formed with at least one strap-engaging element for connecting thereto a strap to support equipment. When the backpack is carried over the shoulders of a wearer, the equipment/gear hangs down in front of the body of the wearer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device designed to carry children in a chair like structure to be supported upon a carrier's shoulders. It is an improvement on previous shoulder mounted designs in that it is meant to be used by a lone person who may place the child in the seat, secure the child with straps and buckles, hoist the child and seat onto the shoulders, and secure the seat to the person by a second system of straps and buckles. It may also rest on any flat surface in a stable manner while the child is seated therein and indeed may double as a chair when not being used as a carrier.

Abstract: A support for a boom mounted microphone operated by a gaffer comprises a lightweight rigid harness and adjustable couplings, which extend outwardly from the front and rear of the harness to engage the boom. The couplings each include rigid portions extending outwardly from the harness at one end, in an upward direction and a toothed coupling mounted at the other end of the rigid portion. The toothed coupling is pivotable and rotatable. A tension adjustable air cylinder is mounted to each toothed coupling at one end and includes a swing swivel at the other end having a cylinder mounted thereto within which the boom is movably mounted.

Abstract: Apparatus for assisting a person to carry an object, for example a canoe, in which a yoke is provided of concave shape to fit around the back or neck of the person without substantial pressure thereon, and having a springy blade portion at each end with a shoulder pad at the free end of each blade portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ergonomically correct harness for transporting loads. The harness comprises a pair of arcuately shaped pieces which fit over the shoulders of a user. Attached to the rear of the arcuately shaped pieces are two rearwardly extending arms. The rearwardly extending arms are connected at a distal end to a load support arm. Mechanisms for allowing a load to be carried by the harness are attached to the load support arm. Attached to the front of the arcuately shaped shoulder pieces are members for adjusting the position of the harness on the user's shoulders. By adjusting the position of the harness via these members, one can lift a load attached to the harness. The harness of the present invention allows a user to lift a load and transport it using his/her chest muscles, arm muscles, and shoulder muscles. It is not necessary for a user to use his/her knees to lift the load. Further, the back of the user can be kept straight as the user transports the load.

Abstract: An apparatus for attaching support legs (10) to the inner walls or sides of a canoe or small carriable boat so that the canoe or boat can be inverted and positioned at an angle high enough above the ground to allow a lone person to step under the carrying yoke (12) or center seat and more easily lift the vessel to a portage position. Support legs (10) may be removed or pivoted out of the way for portaging through brush or over rough terrain. The apparatus also allows a canoe to be stored off the ground in a position which provides emergency shelter or a support frame for draping a tarpaulin and achieving more complete shelter.

Abstract: An apparatus for attaching vertically oriented support legs (10) to the inner walls or sides of a canoe or small carriable boat so that the canoe or boat may be inverted and positioned at an angle high enough above the ground to allow a lone person to step under the carrying yoke (12) or center seat and more easily lift the vessel to a portage position. Support legs (10) may be removed or pivoted out of the way for portaging through brush or over rough terrain. The apparatus also allows a canoe to be stored off the ground in a position which provides emergency shelter or a support frame for draping a tarpaulin and achieving more complete shelter.

Abstract: During the portaging of a canoe by a single canoeist, discomfort may be caused to the shoulders and neck of the canoeist. The discomfort is due both to the pressure exerted by the portaging thwart on the shoulders and neck of the canoeist and to the rotation of the canoe and hence the portaging thwart relative to the shoulders and neck during the ascent or descent of inclines. Much of the discomfort is alleviated by the present invention which provides a portaging thwart capable of axial rotation relative to a canoe. In this way, relative to the canoeist, the portaging thwart remains stationary while the canoe rotates, thereby permitting the canoeist to place the portaging thwart at the optimal angle to his or her shoulders and neck, independently of the angle of the canoe. In one embodiment of the invention, the portaging thwart is mounted in bearings attached to the gunwales of the canoe at approximately the mid point thereof.

Abstract: This invention is a portable support apparatus composing a mounting frame or yoke which can be supported about the hips of a worker or be attached to a machine or robot. A pivoting assembly pivots a rod having one end secured to the pivoting assembly to adjust the rod angle relative to the mounting yoke. A head assembly attachment means is secured to the rod at its other end, and is adjustable to a plurality of pitch angles relative to the rod to facilitate contact with the surface to be worked on. A head assembly is attached to the rod which may support a variety of material-removing devices including stabbers, brushes, and scrapers, all of which can rotate circularly or eccentrically or vibrate to facilitate removal of material from surfaces. The head assembly also may include fluid projection nozzles, and vacuum apertures for connection to vacuum systems for removal of materials. The head assembly may also be adapted for use as a tool for the application of various substances or a surface.

Abstract: An apparatus is described which comprises a rigid element having a length greater than a distance separating gunwales of a boat and a pair of notched elements disposed to either end of the rigid element. The notched elements are adapted to releasably engage the gunwales. The pair of notched elements are held by spring action of the gunwales and sides of the boat when the pair of notched elements are engaged with the gunwales.

Abstract: This invention is a portable support apparatus comprising a mounting frame or yoke which can be supported about the hips of a worker or be attached to a machine or robot. A pivoting assembly pivots a rod having one end secured to the pivoting assembly to adjust the rod angle relative to the mounting yoke. A head assembly attachment means is secured to the rod at its other end, and is adjustable to a plurality of pitch angles relative to the rod to facilitate contact with the surface to be worked on. A head assembly is attached to the rod which may support a variety of material-removing devices including scrubbers, brushes, and scrapers, all of which can rotate circularly or eccentrically or vibrate to facilitate removal of material from surfaces. The head assembly also may include fluid projection nozzles, and vacuum apertures for connection to vacuum systems for removal of materials. The head assembly may also be adapted for use as a tool for the application of various substances on a surface.

Abstract: The invention consists of a water craft portaging device which includes a pair of graft engaging yokes adapted to engage the bow and stern of a craft in the upright position and be coupled thereto, a first elongated belt adapted to receive one axial extremity of elongated poles adapted to be axially slidably received through spaced parallel tubular sleeves on the yokes. A second sectional adjustable belt adapted to be worn around the neck and shoulders of a person for portaging, the extremities being both adjustable and attachable by looping to the other axial extremity of the elongated poles. The second belt being further adaptable to being worn across the small of the back of a seated person with the loops adjusted to receive the angular leg portion formed by the shin, knee and thigh of the seated person forming a back support and rest.

Abstract: A leg trainer device for use in carrying out deep knee bends and standing calf exercises, which trainer may be used in conjunction with a means to enhance balance during periods of use.The device includes a main body formed from a plurality of frame members, and a pair of spaced shoulder supports which are attached to said main body. Angularly disposed weight holding members are attached to frame members of the main body.

Abstract: An improved cargo carrying arrangement particularly adapted to carry a sailboard and related equipment. A horizontal cargo bed is vertically supported above the user's head. The vertical supports are attached to curved shoulder supports. Padding is provided on the top of the cargo bed and under the shoulder supports. Handles are mounted on the front vertical supports within reach of the user to be used to steady the load. A strap is provided to tie the cargo to the bed. The vertical supports may be hinged to the bed to allow the arrangement to be folded for storage.

Abstract: This invention consists of a protaging kit which provides a device for carrying a canoe in an upright position, whereby, making it possible to carry some cargo in the canoe during portages. The kit consists of two identical handles which are secured to the tips of the bow and stern of the canoe to provide a lifting point for persons portaging the canoe.

Abstract: A carrying holder of a musical instrument comprising a "T" bar, a pair of shoulder bars, a belly plate and fastening means. The pair of shoulder bars are fastened to a lateral plate of the "T" bar by bolts. Note that the fastening portions of the lateral plate are formed by two longitudinally aligned seats installed on two sides of the lateral plate. Each of the grooves has an appropriate number of semi-circular holes set separately so that bolts can be bolted through the semi-circular holes. On the corresponding positions of the shoulder bars, a hole and an arc-like slots are installed which make the shoulder bar is angularly adjustable about a bolt.

Abstract: A harness for lifting heavy and bulky objects is the subject of this invention. The device provides for better lifting ability through superior load distribution and also provides for greater protection for the hands and arms of the person doing the lifting. A yoke type shoulder harness substantially spans the distance between the shoulders of the person wearing it while also circumscribing the neck area. Straps depend from the shoulder harness and are coupled with a rigid L-shaped support. The vertical leg of the L-shaped support substantially spans the distance between the hand and the elbow. The horizontal leg of the L-shaped support presents an enclosure having an opening for receiving at least a portion of the hand. A highly frictional covering on the upper surface of the horizontal leg holds objects in place. The strap means which couples the L-shaped supports with the shoulder harness includes buckle means for adjusting the effective length of the device.