Receiver Mounted On, Or Formed As Part Of, Means At Least Partially Encircling The Torso For Attaching Carrier To Bearer Patents (Class 224/660)
  • Patent number: 11619465
    Abstract: A draw alerting weapon holstering device for reducing weapon confusion includes a holster into which a weapon is insertable. The holster can be engaged either to a user or to an article that is engaged to the user. A housing is selectively engageable to or is integral to the holster. A detector, a speaker, a vibrator, and a microprocessor are engaged to the housing, with the latter two being positioned in the housing. A battery is selectively engageable to the housing. The detector can detect a weapon that is positioned in the holster. The microprocessor is operationally engaged to the battery and is communicatively engaged to the vibrator, the speaker, and the detector. The detector signals the microprocessor upon drawing of the weapon from the holster, whereupon the microprocessor selectively signals the speaker and the vibrator to broadcast an audible alert and to initiate a vibratory alert, respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Inventor: Joe Fazio
  • Patent number: 11583657
    Abstract: A catheter system is disclosed that includes a catheter with an elongated, flexible tube having an entry end, an exit end, and a control valve. The control valve controls the flow of fluids through the catheter tube. The exit end or control valve also includes a coupler which is utilized to allow the catheter to be moved between a stowed condition coupled to a flexible belt and an in-use condition uncoupled from the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: Osprey Global, LLC
    Inventors: Linda J. Berg, Richard R. Berg, Sr.
  • Patent number: 11561065
    Abstract: A holster belt is configured to support a holster and a handgun combination. The holster belt has a belt portion defining an inner layer and an outer layer comprising an elastic material. The holster belt further has a closure and a holster engagement strip, wherein the holster engagement strip is rigid and is configured to support a holster and a handgun combination, wherein the holster comprises a holster body configured for receiving the handgun and a belt clip, wherein the holster engagement strip is configured to be sized for engagement with the belt clip of the holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: Vista Outdoor Operations LLC
    Inventors: Justin Hoffman, Nicholas Alexander Ferros, Evan R. McNamara
  • Patent number: 11300278
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a band type head lantern and a manufacturing method thereof and, more particularly, to a band type head lantern for easily securing a forward visual field, and a method of manufacturing the band type head lantern. The band type head lantern of the present invention includes: a band part provided to be worn on the head of a user; a seat part attached to the front of the band part; a light emission part coupled to the front of the seat part; a lens part coupled to the front of the light emission part; and a cover part provided to cover the emission part and the lens part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: HURKINS CO., LTD
    Inventor: Ji Uk Hur
  • Patent number: 10932551
    Abstract: A wearable, access-control management and storage device includes a belt loop including opposed connectable ends, the belt loop being adjustable in size; a pouch module coupled to the belt loop, the pouch module including an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface of the pouch module defining a first storage compartment having an opening and the outer surface defining a front side and a back side of the pouch module; and a plurality of key holders disposed within the first storage compartment of the pouch module, each of the plurality of key holders configured to receive and hold at least one key. The back side of the pouch module includes at least one aperture configured to receive the belt loop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Inventor: Sophia Edgel
  • Patent number: 10369443
    Abstract: Implementations of golf club head covers may include a body portion defining an internal cavity for receiving a golf club head, the internal cavity exposed at an opening in the body portion, a flap coupled to the body portion and configured to cover the opening of the body portion, a guide strip coupled to the flap, a strap holder configured to move along the guide strip slidably coupled to the guide strip, and a strap coupled at an end of the strap holder, wherein the strap is configured to secure the flap over the opening through coupling to a front face of the body portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2019
    Inventor: J. Travis Gaffney
  • Patent number: 9622560
    Abstract: A strap mechanism for attaching an additional parcel to a rolling suitcase is disclosed. A strip of elasticized material with a sleeve for sliding over a rolling suitcase handle is secured around the parcel using a hook and loop fastening mechanism. The strap mechanism prevents the additional parcel from twisting off or otherwise falling off of the rolling suitcase. A horizontally and vertically oriented device is presented, as well as a universal configuration. Different materials can be used for the strap mechanism including but not limited to neoprene, veltex, elastic, or medical grade elastic. Additional embodiments include the use of a pocket attached to a side of the strap which may be used for additional storage purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2017
    Assignee: Demi Innovations
    Inventor: Demetra Triantafyllos Papas
  • Patent number: 9004555
    Abstract: A pet waste disposal kit includes a kit bag with an impermeable lining that can be worn around the waist or over the shoulder of the pet handler. The kit bag serves as the secondary container for filled waste collection bags, and it also serves to store the other materials contained in the kit. The kit also includes a supply of lightweight, impermeable, biodegradable plastic gloves, which can be made of biodegradable polyethylene, and a supply of waste collection bags made of lightweight, impermeable, biodegradable plastic, containing a disinfecting-deodorizing mixture. The disinfecting-deodorizing mixture contains a highly alkaline compound, a desiccant and a deodorizer. The waste collection bags have re-sealable zip-locks or twist ties. The kit also includes a supply of antiseptic hand wipes or a liquid hand sanitizer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Inventor: Louis Chirico
  • Patent number: 8998054
    Abstract: A holder for a set of tongs is provided that includes a back anchoring portion with a tab joined to an intermediary bridge portion which is in turn joined to a forward tubular tong-receiving portion. A bend at the bridge portion positions the back anchoring portion to the back of the forward tong-receiving portion. The tab and bridge portion are adapted to be engaged over the top edge of an apron, apron tie, or similar support at a user's waist. The forward tong-receiving portion is formed into a generally open tubular-shape to receive a set of tongs. Preferably the holder is formed of a unitary continuous, thin blank. The support of the bridge and back anchor portion including a projecting tab allows the tongs to be inserted quickly and removed efficiently from the forward tubular tong-receiving portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventor: Melvin J Quinones
  • Patent number: 8998053
    Abstract: A load bearing device for human use include first and second load bearing plates that have a first uncompressed position and a second compressed position that conform to the anatomy of the hips of a human. The plates are sufficiently rigid so as to prevent local inversion when the plates are subject to point or line loads and so as to distribute local loads over the plates. The plates can be used with belts, clothes, backpacks and other load carrying devices and can be incorporated into belts, clothes, backpacks and other load carrying devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: 5.11, Inc.
    Inventors: John William Cromie, Matthew Stephen Coleman
  • Patent number: 8998052
    Abstract: This is a skateboard carrier strap that is designed in a manner to that of a waist belt. This is a skateboard carrier strap that is worn in said manner when not appropriating a skateboard. It is a carrier body strap in its separated state [FIG. 2] having a lower carrier body strap 10a member and an upper carrier body strap member 10b. Additionally there are loop straps 12 members located and attached at each end of upper member carrier body strap and lower member carrier body strap. Alternatively there are VELCRO (hook&loop) fastener open loop straps with high friction adhesive inlay, making this skateboard carrier suitable to appropriate multiple dimensions of long boards, skate boards and deck boards. The essence of this present art; it is a skateboard carrier strap designed and styled to be worn like a fashionable belt, when not being used to appropriate a skateboard. It is a no bulk, unobtrusive skateboard carrier suitable and desirable to those skilled in the present art.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventor: James Dunstan Mitchell
  • Patent number: 8991668
    Abstract: A holster or firearm anchor-designed to house a weapon or firearm, preferably a handgun. In particular, the holster is adapted to be worn by a user in a concealed fashion under various outer garments, the holster comprising components that are capable of conforming to various body contours and additionally being able to substantially control the vertical and horizontal motion of the firearm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Inventor: Andrew P. Pylypiak
  • Patent number: 8985421
    Abstract: A holder for a feminine hygiene article is secured on the user's body and retains an unused personal item in an inconspicuous position under the user's outer clothing. The holder is formed as a pouch, or pocket having a front panel and a back panel attached to the front panel. A belt formed from two accordion-style folded non-resilient portions is detachably secured to the holder body and to the user's waist, hips or thigh. One of the belt portions has an adhesive tab that is securable to a free end of the second portion, while an unwanted length of the first portion is detached along tear-off perforation lines. An adhesive strip near the open upper end secures the holder body to the user's body or undergarments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Inventor: Judy Barbier
  • Patent number: 8950640
    Abstract: An adjustable load transfer apparatus adapted to transfer a portion of a load between a torso-covering garment and a belt at the user's waist. The apparatus includes a post adapted for insertion into the interior passageway of a female body. The insertable post includes cutouts disposed in spaced-apart, stacked relation along a lateral edge. The thickness dimension of the insertable post is such that the insertable post can pass beneath a locking tooth in the female body when the locking tooth is in a raised position. The cutouts are sized and positioned to receive the locking tooth when the locking tooth is lowered. The apparatus is adapted to releasably engage webbing loops disposed at the surface of the torso-covering garment and/or the belt structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher A J Iannello, Martin J. Nilsen
  • Publication number: 20140374458
    Abstract: The painters belt provides the carriage of a painters masking machine, masking tape, caulking gun and a variety of additional tools and equipment likely to be needed by a painter. The belt has an apron that hangs on the side of the painter for east access of painters tools. In the middle of the apron, is a large pocket with a smaller zippered pocket for small objects attached to it. Below the zippered pocket in the middle of the apron is a tubular holder made of the carrying of a painters masking machine. To the right of the zippered pocket is a bent designee to carry multiple rolls of painters masking tape. There is a webbed holder on each side of the masking machine holder. The webbed belt has a tubular holder that slides around fastened by 2 D rings that will slide the caulking gun holder. The Painters belt is constructed from #8 duct canvas material, natural canvas color. The apron is secured to the webbing belt by sewing material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2013
    Publication date: December 25, 2014
    Inventors: Mark William Roberts, Gary Scot Roberts
  • Publication number: 20140367440
    Abstract: A utility belt assembly for use in association with an article of clothing including a belt member, wherein the belt member includes a first end, a second end, an inner surface, an outer surface, an upper end, and a lower end; a first bracket, wherein the first bracket is positioned on at least one of the inner surface and the outer surface of the belt member; a second bracket, wherein the second bracket is positioned on at least one of the inner surface and the outer surface of the belt member; wherein the first bracket and the second bracket are spaced apart from one another to define a first track therebetween; a securement member, wherein the securement member contacts at least one of the upper end and the lower end of the belt member, and wherein the securement member releasably associates the utility belt assembly with the article of clothing; and an accessory member, wherein the accessory member includes a guide member slidably positioned on and/or within the first track.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventor: Dustin Kooyers
  • Publication number: 20140364925
    Abstract: A modular shoulder cooling system. A retention panel is affixed over the shoulder. The retention panel is hald in position by a pair of straps attached to a belt around the user's waist. At least a portion of the inward facing surface of the retention panel is covered in loop material. Bags containing cooling medium are furnished. These are referred to as “cold packs.” Each cold pack has a first side with a soft, tactilly pleasing surface. This first surface is intended to face the user. Each cold pack also has a second side intented to face the inward facing surface of the retention panel. This second side includes one or more hook panels configured to engage the loop material on the inward facing surface of the retention panel. The user can attach a cold pack or packs to the rentention panel by pressing the hook panels on each cold pack against the loop material on the retention panel. Thus, no pockets are required.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2013
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: Bryan E. Kilbey
  • Publication number: 20140361061
    Abstract: A holder for a set of tongs is provided that includes a back anchoring portion with a tab joined to an intermediary bridge portion which is in turn joined to a forward tubular tong-receiving portion. A bend at the bridge portion positions the back anchoring portion to the back of the forward tong-receiving portion. The tab and bridge portion are adapted to be engaged over the top edge of an apron, apron tie, or similar support at a user's waist. The forward tong-receiving portion is formed into a generally open tubular- shape to receive a set of tongs. Preferably the holder is formed of a unitary continuous, thin blank. The support of the bridge and back anchor portion including a projecting tab allows the tongs to be inserted quickly and removed efficiently from the forward tubular tong-receiving portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: Melvin J Quinones
  • Patent number: 8899458
    Abstract: A holder for carrying cell phones and other small items is arranged to attach to a belt or other strap, or to a belt loop. The holder is of simple construction, including an elongated backing member and a cover that is attached to the bottom region of the backing member to form a pocket or holster that is open at the top. The backing member is divided near its upper end by a fold to form a first flap and a generally rectangular opening through the backing member, sized and shaped to accommodate a belt loop, is placed adjacent to and below the fold. A second flap is attached to the backing member at a location adjacent to and below the opening and is arranged to fold upwardly to cover the opening and to form a channel for a belt or other strap. The second flap is secured in that position by folding down the first flap and securing it to the second flap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Inventors: Troy A. Heien, Robert Skophammer
  • Publication number: 20140312090
    Abstract: An apparatus for holding electronic devices within view of a user without having to utilize the user's hands. The apparatus comprises a wearable base that extends around a user's torso and/or neck. A stand that comprises a frame, device holder and attachment member that is releasably attached into the base. The stand is capable of maneuvering the device through all range of motion to assist user in the viewing of the device without hands.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventor: GERARDO GARZA, JR.
  • Patent number: 8851350
    Abstract: A hands-free mount and a manufacturing method for a hanging structure thereof are disclosed. The hands-free mount includes a mount body and a hanging arm. The mount body is formed by a bottom shell and a top shell coupled mutually. The hanging arm includes a metal substrate and inner and outer coatings wrapping the metal substrate. The outer coating has a chamfered end located outside the bottom shell and inclined at an angle. The manufacturing method for the hanging structure of the hands-free mount uses an over-molding process to fully wrap the stainless steel core, so as to endow the hanging structure with good appearance and soft touch and prevent the product from rusting. Using the hanging structure as the hanging arm, the hands-free mount has improved firmness, appearance and touch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: Cheng Uei Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yi-Ping Liao
  • Publication number: 20140263520
    Abstract: Disclosed is a portable article carrier for carrying and securing portable articles such as mobile phones, cameras, radios, tools, and water bottles; where the device can be secured to a belt, strap, or harness that is optionally worn by a wearer. The portable article carrier can be assembled from a folded flexible strap member and a loop member. The loop member can be flexible, non-flexible, or elastic. The portable article carrier can be configured to present a seamless surface to the portable article in order to minimize surface damage or wear to the portable article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: SIMPLE.BE LLC
    Inventor: Brett Hamilton
  • Patent number: 8814019
    Abstract: An interchangeable cumberbund with integrated wiring to allow for connecting a variety of electronic devices for an intended purpose or mission and exchanging a configured garment for another. The reconfigurable cumberbund allows for multiple quick-disconnect cable harnesses to be weaved into the cumberbund which enables rapid and convenient removal of hardware that incorporates all I/O to a computer. The reconfigurable cumberbund connected to a wearable tactical vest containing a mobile ultra-rugged personal computer is the essential combination that allows hands-free use by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: Black Diamond Advanced Technology, LLC
    Inventors: Justin Dyster, Michael Stimpson, Nate Patulski, Norman Lange, Chris Stalzer
  • Patent number: 8807412
    Abstract: A carrier system for carrying medical device accessories includes a first battery pouch to enclose at least a portion of a first battery and a garment to be worn about a torso. The garment including a plurality of accessory connection features adapted to allow for adjustable attachment of at least the first battery pouch and for adjustable attachment of a medical device controller that is electrically connected to a medical device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: Thoratec Corporation
    Inventors: Ralph Thomas, Thomas Orduna, Maximillian Gubbins, Edward Geiselhart, David C. Brown
  • Publication number: 20140189923
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a waterproof case for protecting electronic devices. The waterproof case includes a flexible waterproof bag attached to a rigid lid that can be opened to allow electronic devices to pass into the bag. When closed, the lid forms a watertight seal that protects the inside of the bag from ingress of water. The lid can include a pass-through jack which allows a user to connect an electronic device, such as an audio device, to an output through the lid. The case may also be incorporated into a flexible attachment system, such as an armband or swimbelt. Methods of connecting an electronic device to an electronic output, such as an audio output, through a waterproof case are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2014
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: X-1 Audio, Inc.
    Inventors: Ron Wilson, II, Carl Pettersen, Kristian Rauhala, Pete Dirksing, Cory McCluskey, Jim Pena
  • Patent number: 8770455
    Abstract: An adjustable belt mount includes a belt mount body and a generally L-shaped belt sizing insert. The belt mount body defines a belt aperture adapted to receive a belt therethrough, and first and second belt sizing slots being spaced and extending parallel to each other and communicating with the belt aperture. The belt mount body also includes a forward extension adapted to releasably connect an accessory thereto. The belt aperture is adapted to receive belts of various widths therethrough. The belt sizing insert is arranged in the belt aperture, and includes a planar portion carrying a retaining body extending from a first side thereof and releasably received by either of the first and second belt sizing slots, to accommodate belts of differing widths, and a delimiting portion extending generally perpendicular from a second side thereof. The delimiting portion can thereby form varying predetermined width passageways within the belt aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Assignee: Safariland, LLC
    Inventor: Norman E. Clifton, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8752746
    Abstract: A skateboard carrying strap is disclosed for holding a skateboard against a user's back, wherein the strap comprises two separable sections. Each section comprises a complimentary belt buckle end and a skateboard securement end. On each securement end are extendable elastic bands, are placed around the wheel trucks of a skateboard to support the skateboard. The user wears the assembly across his or her torso, crossing over the shoulder, while the skateboard deck lies against the individual's back with the wheel trucks facing away from the body and in connection with the elastic bands. The belt buckle end comprises a belt buckle or clasp engagement adapted to rest against the user's chest, while the disconnected securement ends of each section are adapted to secure each skateboard wheel truck. When the device is not in use, the strap lengths can be connected into a continuous section for use as traditional belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Inventor: Glenn Dee
  • Patent number: 8714114
    Abstract: A leash assembly includes a belt and at least one connector piece coupled to the belt. The belt can be worn by a subject around the torso, shoulders, neck or wrist. Each connector piece is configured to move along at least a portion of the belt. In some embodiments, the connector piece is a link configured to be receive the belt and to move along the belt. Alternatively, the belt has one or more tracks, in which the connector piece is configured to travel on thereby allowing the connector to travel along the belt. Each connector piece is coupled with a leash. In some embodiments, the leash has a retractable end. The leash assembly can include adornments and/or a carrier coupled to the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Inventors: Tina Ting-Yuan Wang, Michael Clair Houston, Kevin Kin-Wai Lau
  • 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
  • Patent number: 8651347
    Abstract: The subject matter discloses an apparatus, having an envelope and a base for holding a grenade, a rear cover connected to the envelope for attaching said envelope to a vest; a top cover to secure the grenade from above when positioned in a downward position and moving upwards to an upward position; a spring connected to the top cover and to the envelope and a button that causes the top cover to move to the upward position when pressed by the user. The button is located below the top cover and connected only to one of the envelope or the rear cover. The user of the apparatus can release the grenade from the apparatus while pressing the button and the envelope is designed to enable the user to hold the grenade and the grenade lever singlehandedly when pressing the button and when releasing the grenade from the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: Nirtal Training and Supply of Combat Equipment Ltd.
    Inventors: Haim Molcho, Nir Shaul
  • Publication number: 20140021234
    Abstract: A light bulb carrying device is provided for transporting light bulbs to a fixture for installation. Locations for attachment of light bulbs allow the bulbs to be worn on the user's body for access to a light fixture without the need for occupying the user's hands in carrying the light bulbs during transportation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Inventor: James R. Kesan
  • Publication number: 20130292280
    Abstract: A carrier has a variable-length compartment for receiving a device of variable length, such as a lens with a hood that may be alternated between a reversed and an extended or operative position. The carrier has an expansion gusset region that allows expansion of the carrier along one dimension when the device is elongated, whereby the carrier is able to securely accommodate the elongated device within the compartment, and contraction of the carrier when the device is less elongated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: Douglas Harland Murdoch, Michael Sturm
  • Publication number: 20130289438
    Abstract: Home-use apparatuses for removing heat from body-fat rich tissues and related devices, systems, and methods. One embodiment of the disclosed technology includes a belt which can be worn around a part of the user's body were the user desires to lose body fat. The belt has a pocket which holds a cold pack. The cold pack cools the user's skin and reduces body-fat rich cells in the area where cooling in applied. Because the belt is made of light, flexible material and has no burdensome mechanical or electric parts, the user retains flexibility and mobility while wearing the belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2012
    Publication date: October 31, 2013
    Applicant: CORE FITNESS AND WELLNESS, LLC
    Inventor: Angela Marie Lyon
  • Patent number: 8523030
    Abstract: The subject matter discloses an apparatus, including an envelope for holding a grenade, the grenade comprises a grenade lever and a grenade safety pin; an attaching utensil for attaching the envelope to a garment of a person; a safety lever container connected to the envelope, the safety lever container is configured to secure the grenade lever, such that the grenade is oriented in a predetermined direction and a ring holder connected to the envelope, the ring holder is configured to hold the safety pin, such that the safety pin is detached from the grenade responsive to removal of the grenade from the envelope.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: Nirtal Training and Supply of Combat Equipment Ltd.
    Inventor: Haim Molcho
  • Publication number: 20130206806
    Abstract: A wearable belt for supporting a respiratory component is disclosed. The belt includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and an interface portion that includes an inner layer, an outer layer, and a rigid attachment element in contact with the inner layer and the outer layer. The rigid attachment element is configured to mate with a corresponding feature of a respiratory component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2012
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Inventors: Jia Hu, Kenneth J. Krepel, John M. Pilgrim
  • Publication number: 20130119096
    Abstract: A waistband storage device includes a body portion having an opening for access to a storage compartment, a back plate attached to the body portion, the back plate including a plurality of layers of material arranged to mirror the musculature of a human lower back; and a V-shaped strap attached to the back plate for securing the body portion to a user. The waistband storage device is resistant to slippage during physical activity due to increased friction between the back plate and the lower back.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Inventors: Mark Edward Morgan, Jytte Lilli Nielsen
  • Publication number: 20130098961
    Abstract: The present invention provides a quick attach/detach system for cumberbunds that maximizes available room for attachment of auxiliary equipment to a wearable personal device. In one embodiment, the present invention includes a personal wearable device having front and back portions, with each of the front and back portions having an outer wall and an inner wall such that the inner walls define a pocket within the device, wherein at least one of the inner walls has a fastening surface, and wherein a finger of a cumberbund attachment is insertable through a slot in an outer wall of the device so as to securely yet releasably attach to the inner wall fastening surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2012
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Applicant: Velocity Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Velocity Systems, LLC
  • Patent number: 8397966
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for storing cordage on a flexible carrier containing a plurality of holes, the cordage being quickly and easily removable from the flexible carrier when a temporary securement securing an end of the cordage is disengaged and an end is pulled. The flexible carrier can be a cordage storage article, a strap, a panel, a belt, a piece of clothing, a piece of a backpack, carry bag, tent, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Inventor: Douglas Shin Kim
  • Patent number: 8398337
    Abstract: A system to permit a diver to quickly adjust a one-piece continuous piece of webbing by simply pushing or pulling the webbing in the desired direction. The system includes accessory plate which is fixed to an existing diving backplate, which allows the webbing to slide on through the attached accessories without affecting the location of the accessories with respect to the diver's body. An improved adjustable crotch strap is also secured to the backplate. An ergonomic backplate frame is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Halcyon Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventor: Jarrod Jablonski
  • Patent number: 8381953
    Abstract: A gun holster fastening system for supporting a handgun in a position proximate to the ribcage area of the wearer is provided. The gun holster fastening system including a holster case having a pistol receiving compartment, and a holster support band attached to the holster case. The holster support band is sized to extend around a wearer's ribcage. The system also includes holster support strut sized to span between the wearer's ribcage area and a wearer's trouser waistband area, such that the holster support strut has a proximate end adjacent to the holster case, a distal end, an internal face, and an external face. The holster support strut is configured to support the gun fastening system and prevent the holster case and holster support band from moving down a wearer's ribcage. The distal end has a plurality of belt cleats which extend from the external face of the holster support strut to define at least one belt channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Inventor: Alfred Vennemeyer
  • Patent number: 8356737
    Abstract: An identification apparatus and methods of use are presented. Embodiments include a loop of flexible material, having an exterior surface. Indicia, identifying an organization, is displayed on at least a portion of the exterior surface. A container is provided to store the loop of flexible material. Some embodiments couple the container with a belt or other article of clothing or clothing accessory. The loop of flexible material may be coupled with the container. The container may serve as an anchoring point for one or more methods of displaying the loop of flexible material. Some methods of use position the loop of flexible material over portions of a user's body. Some methods of use permit one hand operation of the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Inventor: Michael Lessman
  • Patent number: 8191748
    Abstract: An identification apparatus and methods of use are presented. Embodiments include a loop of flexible material, having and exterior surface. Indicia, identifying an organization, is displayed on at least a portion of the exterior surface. A container is provided to store the loop of flexible material. Some embodiments couple the container with a belt or other article of clothing or clothing accessory. The loop of flexible material may be coupled with the container. The container may serve as an anchoring point for one or more methods of displaying the loop of flexible material. Some methods of use position the loop of flexible material over portions of a user's body. Some methods of use permit one hand operation of the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Inventor: Michael Lessman
  • Patent number: 8191749
    Abstract: A housing assembly is constructed of a front and rear sheets. The rear sheet has a horizontal linear upper edge and a convex lower edge with curved first and second side edges. The rear sheet has an upper section with opposing side edges and a lower section with opposing convex side edges. The front sheet has a horizontal linear upper edge and a convex lower edge with curved side edges, the lower and side edges overlying and coupled to the lower and side edges of the rear sheet. The upper edge of the front sheet is parallel with and spaced below the upper edge of the rear sheet with an upper opening to define a primary pouch. A generally rectangular supplemental sheet is coupled at its side and lower edges to the front sheet to form a secondary pouch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Inventors: Linda Edwards-Delgado, Tabitha Eiseman
  • Patent number: 8186550
    Abstract: Embodiments described herein relate to a bathing unit that sits in a bathtub and helps the elderly, handicapped and/or persons with problems that need assistance getting in and out of a bathtub. The bathing unit is a lightweight frame system that comprises four stair-stepped seated levels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Inventor: Alvin H. Sampson
  • Publication number: 20120111904
    Abstract: A sliding device, a baby seat using the sliding device, a back pack, a bag, and a belt back pack are provided, in which a carrier main body for accommodating a baby, a back pack main body for receiving goods, a carrier main body, and a carrier main body are provided in a slidably rotatable manner, and the baby can be taken down even without untying a shoulder string and the goods can be easily taken out. The sliding device includes a zipper connection member, a zipper portion in which zippers are successively engaged with each other in a length direction of the zipper connection member, and a slider engaged with the zipper portion to slidably move along the zipper portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2010
    Publication date: May 10, 2012
    Inventor: Joung Soo Kim
  • Publication number: 20120104058
    Abstract: A pocket including a front surface and a rear surface interoperably connected to the front surface. The front surface and the rear surface together bound an internal region. The front surface and the rear surface each include a substantially non-binding material that facilitates insertion and removal of an object from the internal region. The pocket further includes an attachment member disposed on the rear surface. The attachment member removably engages with a strap. The pocket further includes a closure that selectively seals the internal region. The front surface and the rear surface each include an outer layer, an interfacing layer, and an inner lining. The interfacing layer includes electromagnetic shielding. A position of the pocket on the strap and a radial orientation of the pocket relative to the strap are adjustable via the attachment member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2011
    Publication date: May 3, 2012
    Inventors: Patty Diann Hernandez, Alice Lane Compton
  • Publication number: 20120091181
    Abstract: A drain pouch for accommodating and carrying a plurality of medical drains that are inserted into a patient after a surgical procedure requiring the continuous removal of fluid away from a surgical site. The drain pouch may be comprised of lightweight, water resistant netting, or an opaque material fabric with flaps that effectively obscure the medical drains from view. The drain pouch may comprise a neck cord or a waist band that is worn about the patient, the plurality of medical drains being disposed within a corresponding plurality of pockets defined within the pouch. With the drain pouch secured about the patient, the patient is left unencumbered by the medical drains and maintains the use of both hands for everyday tasks, thus increasing the probability of patient treatment compliance and avoiding unnecessary possible added treatment time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2010
    Publication date: April 19, 2012
    Inventor: Margaret Barnes
  • Patent number: 8146787
    Abstract: A carrying bag comprising a main compartment having a front panel, a back panel and two side panels; two side flaps attached to the back panel protruding laterally; and a carrying strap having a first end attached to the first side flap and a second end attached to the second side flap, wherein the first and second side flaps have a first configuration and a second configuration, wherein in the first configuration, the side flaps project upwards so that the carrying strap can function as a shoulder strap and in the second configuration, the side flaps can be folded and secured onto itself to project laterally and function as a waist strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2012
    Assignee: S.O. Tech Special Operations Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: James Victor Cragg
  • Publication number: 20120012630
    Abstract: Electrical energy is transcutaneously transmitted from an external charger to an implanted medical device, wherein the external charger includes a charger head that is positioned on the patient to align with the implanted medical device for efficient charging. To secure the charger head in alignment with the implanted medical device, a belt with a buckle is provided for securing the charger head. The belt is adjustable in length by sliding end portions of the belt through a buckle and joining respective fabrics on the belt. The position of the buckle can also be adjusted for ease of patient use. Additional features of the belt provide for heat management to improve patient comfort and an additional strap to further adjust the length of the belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: January 19, 2012
    Applicant: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC NEUROMODULATION CORPORATION
    Inventors: Mun Pook Lui, Jeffery V. Funderburk, Joey Chen
  • Publication number: 20120012624
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a base configured for conforming to a user's waist. A material encases the base. At least one pouch is configured for storage of golf balls. A plurality of straps is configured for storage of ball tees. A magnetic material, disposed between the base and the material, is configured for retaining metal accessories. At least one storage pouch is configured for storing ball markers. A hook material swatch is configured for joining a glove. A loop material swatch is configured for joining the apparatus to a hook material joined to a flat surface. A retaining strap is configured for retaining a divot tool. Means is configured for joining the apparatus to a waist band or a belt of the user, wherein the apparatus enables the user to readily access a golfing accessory, and follows the user's movements without interfering with the user's mobility or club swing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2010
    Publication date: January 19, 2012
    Inventor: Hector M. Marrero