Key Ring Holder Patents (Class 24/3.6)
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Patent number: 11420316Abstract: A multifunction money clip includes a first plate and a second plate connected to the first plate via a plurality of connectors at the corners of the first and second plate, the first and second plate forming an internal area. The multifunction money clip further includes a plurality of tools each rotationally connected to the first and second plate via one of the plurality of connectors, the plurality of tools located in the internal area when retracted. The multifunction money clip further includes a double clip located on the first plate, a first portion of the double clip opening in a first direction and configured to trap items between the first plate and the clip and a second portion of the double clip opening in a second direction, opposite the first direction, and configured to trap items between the second clip portion and the first clip portion. A small clip is included opposite the double clip to attach to a pocket.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2018Date of Patent: August 23, 2022Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.Inventors: Robin Liang, Andrew Valentine, Bowden Ormsbee, Rex Stevens
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Patent number: 11337510Abstract: Embodiments relate to a personal effects holder device. The holder device includes a first portion having a lip defining an aperture forming a holder portion adapted to receive one or more personal effects; and a depending second portion joined to the first portion via a connector portion, the second portion including a first catch and a second catch.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2020Date of Patent: May 24, 2022Inventor: Darryl Stevens
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Patent number: 10724680Abstract: A personal device holder for hands free positioning of a sexual device includes a primary support member having a proximal end and a distal end. The personal device holder include an auxiliary support member having a first end coupled to the proximal end of the primary support member and a second end opposite the first end, the auxiliary support member having a planar configuration and being normally positioned perpendicular to the primary support member. The primary support member defines a first aperture in communication with a peripheral edge of the proximal end thereof. The first ring assembly is pivotally coupled to the proximal end of the primary support member and positioned in the first aperture, the first ring assembly including a first ring having a flexible diameter having a 360 degree range of rotation and operable to receive the cap end of the sexual device in a friction fit arrangement.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2018Date of Patent: July 28, 2020Inventors: Robert Anthony Benson, Sr., Dorraine Louise Benson
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Patent number: 10264855Abstract: A belt clip is provided for retaining an excess amount of belt material about a waist of a user. The disclosed belt clip generally includes a preferably U-shaped body portion having an elongate, preferably straight first portion, a preferably curved middle portion and an elongate second portion. The first and second portions define a channel therebetween for receipt of a length of belt material. An arcuate spring member is provided and has a first end, a middle portion and a second end. The first end of the spring member is attached to a free, first end of the second portion and the middle portion of the spring member has a concave surface and a convex surface. The belt clip can additionally include a plate extending from the first portion for display of indicia or images.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2016Date of Patent: April 23, 2019Inventor: Leif Jeanty
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Patent number: 9622557Abstract: A mobile device attachment apparatus comprising a flexible attachment strap adapting the apparatus to be worn on a user and a support member providing a platform for receiving and releasably retaining a mobile electronic device. The attachment apparatus also includes a rotatable dial member and a base panel. The base panel is attached to the flexible attachment strap and the rotatable dial member is rotatably mounted to the base panel. The support member is releasably attached to the rotatable dial member by engagement with at least one flexible arm of the rotatable dial member. A detent mechanism is provided to allow the rotatable dial member, including the support member and attached electronic device, to rotate relative to the base panel, and thus to the user, in discrete rotational increments.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2014Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Assignee: GBJB INTERNET HOLDINGS, LLCInventors: John F. Beavers, Gary Bowers
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Patent number: 9375074Abstract: A clip system includes a first resilient clip member having a curved rear wall portion and finger gripping portions sufficiently resilient that when pressed together by the fingers of an operator, the jaw portions will open and when released will be urged toward an abutted condition, the curved rear wall portion having a first aperture with a concave recess at an outer surface, a slot extending from the first aperture to a second aperture located a predefined distance from the first aperture where the slot is narrower than the first aperture and the second aperture, and a detent connected to the clip member and adjacent to the slot, and a tether member rotationally and pivotally connected to and retained in the first aperture.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2010Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Inventors: Darrell A. Moreau, Andre W. Moreau
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Patent number: 9341285Abstract: A cable clip is provided for mounting cables onto solar modules. The cable clip is a one piece assembly that is comprised of two main sections: a first recess for clipping onto a solar module and a second recess for receiving a cable from a solar module. The cable clip may be designed in either a parallel or perpendicular configuration which gives installers of solar modules maximum flexibility when mounting cables onto modules. A multi-level clip is also described for cases when a multitude of cables are required to be mounted onto a solar module.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2013Date of Patent: May 17, 2016Assignee: Thomas & Betts International LLCInventors: Joey D. Magno, Jr., Randy Dorn, Garrett Gauvain
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Patent number: 8959722Abstract: A key-hook comfortably hangs keys and other key-ring accessories within a clothing pocket, which prevents the keys and other key-ring accessories from contacting and wearing out the bottom of the clothing pocket. The key-hook includes a key-ring loop, a curved bridge, and a hook. The hook is connected to the key-ring loop by the curved bridge, which allows the edge of the clothing pocket to smoothly move against the key-ring loop and into the hook. The hook has a shank section, a bend section, a point section, and a gap. The edge of the clothing pocket is positioned within the gap and is embraced by the shank section, the bend section, and the point section. The shank section has a first concave portion, and the point section has a second concave portion, a convex portion, and a rounded tip. The gap also has a wide opening and a narrow space.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2012Date of Patent: February 24, 2015Inventor: Dennis Grey Allen, Sr.
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Patent number: 8782868Abstract: A retaining ring includes: a resilient material forming a loop comprising a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the loop has a notch through a portion of a thickness of the material; a removable extension at the second end extending from the notch, wherein the removable extension is configured to break away from the first end at the notch with an applied force to the removable extension.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2011Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Inventor: Chad Singleton White
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Patent number: 8776563Abstract: Described herein are several versions of concealed handcuff keys including a key concealed within a pouch as a zipper pull, a key concealed as a common pen cap/clip, a key concealed as a coin, a key concealed as a bootlace/shoelace end, and a key concealed within a receiver in the back side of a belt buckle.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2012Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Assignee: Shomer-Tec, Inc.Inventors: Joel S. Jaffe, Jeffery D. Jaffe, Brian Dereau
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Patent number: 8672002Abstract: A key locator includes first and second members. The first member has opposed ends and an intermediate u-shaped region. One of the ends of the first member comprises a hook for engaging the second member which includes a clasp while the other end comprises an enlarged portion for fixing an ornament thereto. The arrangement is suitable for hanging at the open top of a bag-like device such as a purse, backpack or briefcase whereby the ornament is displayed at the same time that the keys are readily accessible without undue fishing efforts.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2009Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: The Finding IP Holding Company LLCInventor: Sandra Stein
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Patent number: 8621726Abstract: An apparatus and method of using a gripping assembly for gripping a sheet of material and attaching the sheet of material to an object is provided. The gripping assembly has a continuous ring-like member having an opening defined by an interior tapered engagement surface, a disk-like member positionable within the opening. The disk-like member has an exterior tapered engagement surface which cooperates with the tapered surface of the ring-like member. A sheet of material, threaded between the engagement surfaces is gripped by the surfaces. The disk-like member has an attachment means with at least one passageway there through. A flexible tie member extends through at least one passageway of the attachment means and is for attaching the gripping assembly to an object.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Inventor: Cynthia S. Sublette
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Patent number: 8544196Abstract: A device for a shoe with a sole assembly including at least an outer sole and an insole connected to a heel through a shank and a heel breast. The device includes a cap comprising a cap head mounted to a hollow shaft with internal threads therein. The hollow shaft of the cap is received within a bore extending from the insole to the outer sole on the heel breast of the shoe between the heel and the shank of the shoe. A shank having a first end comprising threads and a second end. The first end of the shank is received by the hollow shaft of the cap to fasten the shank to the cap on the heal breast of the shoe.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2010Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Inventor: Susan Leo
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Patent number: 8479547Abstract: A vehicle portable device that locks and unlocks a door of a vehicle by remote control has a case that accommodates a mechanical key operable to lock and unlock the door of the vehicle therein, and having an accommodation part in which the mechanical key is inserted in a predetermined insertion direction, a first engagement part that engages with a second engagement part of the mechanical key, and a retaining member in which the first engagement part is formed. The retaining member is supported in the case while being rotatable about a first support point. An external force is provided on the retaining member so as to rotate the retaining member in a first rotating direction. When the mechanical key is accommodated in the accommodation part, an exposed portion of the mechanical key is partially exposed from the case.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2012Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Omron Automotive Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Norihisa Kataya, Takayuki Suzuki, Akihiro Fujimoto, Hirofumi Ohata
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Publication number: 20130139357Abstract: A key-hook comfortably hangs keys and other key-ring accessories within a clothing pocket, which prevents the keys and other key-ring accessories from contacting and wearing out the bottom of the clothing pocket. The key-hook includes a key-ring loop, a curved bridge, and a hook. The hook is connected to the key-ring loop by the curved bridge, which allows the edge of the clothing pocket to smoothly move against the key-ring loop and into the hook. The hook has a shank section, a bend section, a point section, and a gap. The edge of the clothing pocket is positioned within the gap and is embraced by the shank section, the bend section, and the point section. The shank section has a first concave portion, and the point section has a second concave portion, a convex portion, and a rounded tip. The gap also has a wide opening and a narrow space.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2012Publication date: June 6, 2013Inventor: Dennis Grey ALLEN, SR.
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Patent number: 8407862Abstract: A bi-directional releasable connector includes a connecting link defining a main tension leg and a pair of looped ends, the connecting link engaging a pair of spring-biased plungers axially movable independently of one another inside an outer housing. Axially outward movement of the plungers under the bias of the spring is limited by stops in the housing engaged by the plungers. Either end may be selectively opened and, in the static position with both ends closed, oppositely directed axial loads on the ends of the connector link are borne by the tension leg which is preferably made of steel or other high tensile strength material. Axial loads on the connector impose no loads or forces on the remaining components.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2010Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: The Worth CompanyInventor: Conrad Bluma
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Publication number: 20120244353Abstract: A wound textile article comprising: an elongated winding portion having a first end and a second end; a first knot at the first end; and a second knot at the second end; wherein the elongated winding portion has an outer surface having an outer dimension, and each of the knots having an outer dimension; wherein the article can be supported by holding the first knot or the second knot so that the elongated winding portion is resistant to deflection under a weight of the article, but the article is sufficiently flexible that the article is capable of being wrapped around a body without permanently deforming the article; wherein the wound textile is made of a fibrous material having a denier of about 3000 or less; and wherein the elongated winding portion is characterized by one or more helically wound flexible mediums.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2012Publication date: September 27, 2012Applicant: ANN WILLIAMS GROUP LLCInventor: Shelia Wright
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Patent number: 8251534Abstract: A key holder including an illumination means for illuminating a key shank, the key holder including first and second cooperating parts for accommodating the handle of the key therebetween, said first cooperating part including a fastening means releasably engageable with a key ring mount permanently fixed on said second cooperating part, said fastening means and key ring mount arranged in use to secure the cooperating parts to each other.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2009Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Inventor: Lee Berman
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Patent number: 7926149Abstract: A moveable clip device for hanging a towel on a golf bag that includes an S-shaped clip member having a first strip portion engageable with an inner surface of an open end of the golf bag, a second strip portion engageable with an outer surface of the open end of such golf bag, and a third strip portion. A first connecting strip portion, engageable with an edge of the open end of such golf bag, connects the first and second strip portions. A second connecting strip portion connects the second and third strip portions. A flange portion having a channel formed between first and second wall portions is connected to the third strip portion. A support member is connected to each of the wall portions for supporting the towel on the clip. A mechanism is engageable with the towel and support member for connecting such towel to the clip.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2007Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Inventor: Keith Weston
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Patent number: 7929065Abstract: A LCD hanging-brand using solar energy for advertising, which includes a transparent base, a transparent scaling cover, a PCB board, a picture layer, a LCD sheet, a solar sheet, LEDs, a storage battery and a metal coil. One or more color transparent films can be mounted in the picture layer, and the films can be rotated by a motor or a rotating button. The LCD sheet is transparent when it is not turned on, and the image of the picture layer can be seen through the LCD sheet.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2006Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Inventor: Sze Keun Chan
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Patent number: 7877844Abstract: An apparatus for attaching a tag to an object. The apparatus may include a body. The apparatus may also include an attachment arm, the attachment arm having a locked position and an unlocked position, and the attachment arm lockably closing to form a first closed loop with the body when the attachment arm is in the locked position. The apparatus may also include a tag loop mechanically coupled to the body. The apparatus may also include a detent arm mechanically engaged with the attachment arm in the locked position of the attachment arm, the detent arm configured so that an application of a force to the detent arm simultaneously unlocks the attachment arm and opens the tag loop.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2007Date of Patent: February 1, 2011Assignee: UP Country, Inc.Inventors: Alice M. Nichols, Khipra J. Nichols, Mark Sousa
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Publication number: 20100287738Abstract: A gym clip with clip body housing and one or more clip bodies each hold a spring clip. The spring clip can be used to hold a gym towel, or a key ring that can hold the user's keys. A hollow portion in the housing can hold paper currency. A belt clip located on the underside of the housing can be fastened to a user's belt or pants pocket lip or waistband. The housing includes a retaining ledge that can retain a plurality of clip bodies so that multiple items can be held at the same time.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2009Publication date: November 18, 2010Inventor: David Amsalem
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Publication number: 20100270787Abstract: A food diary or journal small enough to fit comfortably on a keyring and meant to be carried with one's keys. Attaching the food journal to a keychain makes it easier to find in a pocketbook and also decreases the chances of the food journal being lost or left at home. The journal consists of bound covered paper with a single hole in the upper left corner to allow for insertion of a keyring. The pages of the journal may or may not be preprinted to allow conformation to a specific diet. The cover of the journal may contain a logo, design, or any type of artwork. Inspirational charms may also be added to the food diary keychain combination.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2009Publication date: October 28, 2010Inventor: Roseann Benney
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Patent number: 7578034Abstract: A collar stay perforating device for perforating a portion of a collar stay and a collar stay storage device for storing the perforated collar stay are provided. The collar stay perforating device comprises a base member having a punch hole and a guide to receive an end of a collar stay. A first lever member pivotally attached to the base member has a punch member that cooperates with the punch hole. A second lever member pivotally attached to the base member bears on the first lever member to bring the punch member into cooperation with the punch hole thereby perforating the collar stay. The perforated collar stay may then be stored on a collar stay storage device comprising an openable ring member having releaseably engageable arms for forming a closed loop. The ring is openable permitting one of the arms to be inserted through the perforated collar stay thereby providing ordered and compact storage of collar stays.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2003Date of Patent: August 25, 2009Assignee: BG & Sons, LLCInventors: Jason J. Bier, Joshua A. Gutstein
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Patent number: 7574881Abstract: A lanyard or key chain having a non-coiled body with two connecting ends. The body is made of a resiliently deformable material and is stretchable between extended and retraced states.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2008Date of Patent: August 18, 2009Inventors: Tak Ko Wong, Charles Ka-Chow Ip
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Patent number: 7546753Abstract: An apparatus is provided including a first member, a second member, a device for holding one or more keys, and an ornament. The ornament may be attached to a second end of the first member. The first member may be attached to the second member so that the first member pivots with respect to the second member. The device for holding one or more keys may be attached the second member. The apparatus may further include a spring and a ball, which help to retain the apparatus in a first state in which the first member is at a first angle with respect to the second member. The apparatus can be attached to a purse to easily locate keys.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2008Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Charm Zone, Inc.Inventor: Sylvia M. Kim
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Patent number: 7537032Abstract: A key locator includes first and second members. The first member has opposed ends and an intermediate u-shaped region. One of the ends of the first member comprises a hook for engaging the second member which includes a clasp while the other end comprises an enlarged portion for fixing an ornament thereto. The arrangement is suitable for hanging at the open top of a bag-like device such as a purse, backpack or briefcase whereby the ornament is displayed at the same time that the keys are readily accessible without undue fishing efforts.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2007Date of Patent: May 26, 2009Assignee: Alexx, Inc.Inventor: Sandra Stein
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Patent number: 7503829Abstract: A personal defense device comprising an elongated shaft that is adapted for grasping thereof by a user's hand. One embodiment further comprises an opening on one end through which the forefinger in placed for stability, comfort, and security. Another embodiment comprises one or more protrusions at the opposite end of the opening that may be used for hooking or striking.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2003Date of Patent: March 17, 2009Inventor: Charles F. Cory, Jr.
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Patent number: 7350385Abstract: A separable, pull-apart key holder formed of two identically-shaped pieces. The pieces are mounted together in reversed, face-to-face relationship. The pieces are formed of a strong, rigid resiliently flexible plastic material, such as molded polycarbonate or nylon. Each includes a flat, plate-shaped body having a generally planar bearing surface on one side. Projecting tongues formed at one end of the bearing surfaces are received in openings formed at the opposite ends of the bearing surfaces. Locking notches snap into engagement to prevent accidental separation of the pieces after they have been pressed together. The pieces can be intentionally separated by simply pulling them apart with a quick tug or pull, causing the locking notches to deflect resiliently and release. The pieces are reassembled by simply pressing or sliding them together, longitudinal alignment between the parts being established by interfitting ribs and channels on the bearing surfaces.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2006Date of Patent: April 1, 2008Inventor: Steven C. Book
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Patent number: 7213306Abstract: A pull tab apparatus may be easily connected to and disconnected from a slide fastener by a user. The pull tab apparatus includes a coil having a first end and a second end. The coil includes a first section and a second section. At least one of the first and second sections includes a plurality of layers and a path exists between the layers. One of the first and second sections includes a circular portion and the other one of the first and second sections includes a plurality of parallel portions coupled to the circular portion. A circular disc is inserted into the circular portion. A portion of the slide fastener is movable along the path from one of the first and second ends where the pull tab apparatus is disconnected from the slide fastener to a predetermined position where the pull tab apparatus is connected to the slide fastener.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2005Date of Patent: May 8, 2007Inventor: Thomas T. Medsker
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Patent number: 7093468Abstract: This present invention is related to a key ring for keeping a key. The key ring includes a ring body, which has cut planes at both ends thereof. A concave portion (30) is formed at a predetermined place of the key ring (10) and is curved in a direction and in a body with the key ring (10). One of the cut planes is projected toward an inner side of the concave portion (30), and the key (40) is inserted into the ring body (10). With this configuration, it is easy to keep and take out a key by less force by forming a concave portion at a predetermined position of a ring body made of a metallic material and making one cut plane at one end of the concave portion so as to be projected toward an inner side of the concave portion and the other cut plane so as to correspond to the other end of the concave portion.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2002Date of Patent: August 22, 2006Inventor: Chang Woo Song
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Patent number: 7021852Abstract: An open ring-like device for holding articles such as plastic cards and keys is formed so that its ends are opposed to one another and includes tips at the ends. The distance between the tips is less than the thickness of an article. Articles can be inserted into the device by pushing the edge of an article against the tips to spread the tips apart. The article is slid in between the tips to fit a tip through a hole in the article to hold the article on the device. The device allows for the insertion or extraction of articles without a separate step of opening or closing the device.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2000Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Assignee: Sherrette, LLCInventors: David C. Turner, III, Bernadette A. Turner, Ted J. Sprinkle, Sheryl L. Sprinkle
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Patent number: 6973812Abstract: An attachment device for attaching, e.g., a key ring is disclosed wherein the device facilitates the reversible attachment of various connecting means, such a device having a shoulder connected to a post and such post having at least one aperture running therethrough for attachment of snap hooks, rings etc. Attachment to various desired articles, preferably belts, garments, etc. is accomplished by, e.g., securing the shoulder by adhesive means or through a riveting structure, thereby allowing a post having an aperture therethrough to extend outwardly for easy access by a user. In some embodiments, the attachment device can be loosely attached to a desired article, wherein an attachment of an item via the aperture is sufficient to secure the attachment device to the article.Type: GrantFiled: March 9, 2001Date of Patent: December 13, 2005Inventor: David W. Piermattei
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Patent number: 6848287Abstract: The present invention has a main body and a transverse annular ring being orthogonally connected with the main body for collecting and hanging keys; the main body has therein an elastic engaging latch, and has at its central position a longitudinal central hole, an upper and a lower transverse hole are communicated with the central hole; an upper and a lower section of the annular ring are extended through the upper and the lower transverse holes respectively; and the upper section has at a middle position an access with a diameter slightly larger than that of the central hole for mounting and dismounting. The engaging latch is inserted to connect the central hole, and has near the upper end thereof a control hole to select a state between offsetting from and communicating with the main body; a transverse window is provided beneath the control hole.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2004Date of Patent: February 1, 2005Inventor: Joseph Huang
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Patent number: 6845644Abstract: A locking assembly (100) consists of a pair of closable devices (110, 120) secured together in a contiguous side-by-side relationship and being displaceable, each relative to the other. Each of the closable devices (110, 120) has opposing end portions (112, 114 and 122, 124, respectively) defining a closable gap therebetween. A corresponding clasp (130, 140) is formed on the opposing end portions of each closable device (110, 120). The clasp (130, 140) is operable to selectively retain the opposing end portions in an overlapping relationship or to release the opposing end portions to define the closable gap therebetween. The clasps (130, 140) of both closable devices are simultaneously inoperable when one of the pair of closable devices is disposed in a first position relative to the other one of the closable devices and are simultaneously operable when one of the pair of closable devices is disposed in a second position relative to the other of the closable devices.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2003Date of Patent: January 25, 2005Inventor: James D. Buckner
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Patent number: 6843086Abstract: A key chain for retaining objects is provided comprising a rigid curved member with two ends, a chain attached to each of the ends of the curved member, a stop carried on the chain for preventing movement of the object past the stop, and a removable retaining member.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2003Date of Patent: January 18, 2005Inventor: John S. Fitch
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Patent number: 6763692Abstract: The key collecting device comprises an upper and a lower housing each having a central base portion extending radially outwardly to form spaced spokes mutually opposite to the corresponding ones of themselves, every two of the spaced spokes opposite to each other form an operation space with the other two. The spokes have pairs of mutually opposite curved recesses mutually connected to form clamping channels for an annular ring with a notch. These housings further have a pair of mutually opposite recesses communicating with a corresponding one of the curved recesses for placing therein a slide-controlling member to be moved from outside to control closing and opening of the annular ring being movably positioned between these housings and controlled to rotate and moved into the interior of a pair of the spaced spokes opposite to each other, or to an operation space between two pairs of the mutually opposite spaced spokes.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2003Date of Patent: July 20, 2004Inventor: Yu-Hwei Huang
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Patent number: 6748629Abstract: A retaining arrangement retains a key holder of a type having a tag suspended from a ring with the ring also holding at least one key. The retaining arrangement includes a panel. A plurality of slots is defined by the panel. Each slot is shaped and dimensioned to receive the tag of the key holder through it such that the key of the key holder lies on one side of the panel and the tag lies on an opposed, operatively outer side of the panel.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2003Date of Patent: June 15, 2004Inventor: Richard Gould
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Patent number: 6708375Abstract: Disclosed is a wallet in the form of a harness with an attached key ring for carry credit cards and folded paper, such as paper currency, together with keys. The harness comprises two loops of elasticized material attached to each other at opposing points such that one loop encircles the length of the credit cards and the other loop encircles the width of the credit cards. The loops may comprise a buckle and may be adjustable to accommodate more cards. The key ring may be used to facilitate opening and closing of the harness.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2003Date of Patent: March 23, 2004Inventor: Maria Ward Johnson
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Patent number: 6672118Abstract: According to the preferred embodiments of the present invention, an apparatus and method for retaining keys is disclosed. The present invention provides a tensioning mechanism within the body of the key-retaining apparatus for “pinching” the shaft of a key when the shaft is inserted into the body of the key-retaining apparatus. The tensioning mechanism may take the form of a spring-loaded mechanism or a tensioned piece of metal that is selectively pressured against the shaft of the key when the key is inserted into the body of the key-retaining apparatus. Additionally, a thong or strap may be provided for securing the key-retaining apparatus to a purse, backpack, etc.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2002Date of Patent: January 6, 2004Inventor: Edward E. Wright
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Publication number: 20030154573Abstract: A retaining arrangement (10) retains a key holder (20) of a type comprising a tag (24) suspended from a ring (22) with the ring (22) also holding at least one key (26). The retaining arrangement (10) includes a panel (12). A plurality of slots (14) is defined by the panel (12). Each slot (14) is shaped and dimensioned to receive the tag (24) of the key holder (20) through it such that the key (26) of the key holder (20) lies on one side of the panel (12) and the tag (24) lies on an opposed, operatively outer side of the panel (12).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2003Publication date: August 21, 2003Inventor: Richard Gould
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Patent number: 6606769Abstract: A carabiner designed for use with strap or webbing is disclosed. The carabiner includes a trimmed feature that is incorporated into a straight portion of the body where strap or webbing can be attached. The strap or webbing can be looped around the trimmed feature and sewn tight, thereby effecting a permanent and slip-free attachment.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2002Date of Patent: August 19, 2003Inventor: James A. Harris
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Publication number: 20030131450Abstract: A personal novelty apparatus includes a pair of elongated members and a pair of fasteners. Each of the members has a planar surface and a plurality of bores. The bores are disposed in the planar surface and extend through the elongated members. The elongated members are adapted to be disposed with the planar surface of a first one of the members being in a facing relationship to the planar surface of a second one of the members wherein the facing relationship may vary from a minimal overlap of the planar surface of each of the members to a maximum overlap of the planar surface of each of the members. When so disposed, at least two of the bores of the first one of the members are axially aligned with at least two of the bores of the second one of the members. A third one of the bores in each of the members is provided to releasably attach a user wearable device. Each of the fasteners is adapted to be disposed through a respective one of the axially aligned bores in each of members.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2002Publication date: July 17, 2003
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Patent number: 6591646Abstract: A structure of a decorative hanging hook having a main body which is a connector with a light emitting member therein, wherein, the connector has on both ends thereof a hole for connecting respectively with a mountaineer carabine hook and an annular ring. Thereby, the entire decorative hanging hook can be directly hung on a backpack or a hanging loop on clothes or trousers with the annular ring thereof having keys or other ornaments. Above all, when being necessary, the light emitting diode on the light emitting member can be lightened by pressing a cover to provide a suitable effect of illumination.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2002Date of Patent: July 15, 2003Inventor: Chin-Lin Huang
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Patent number: 6536081Abstract: The present invention, also known as the equalizer, is a novelty device offering a challenging and entertaining environment when played. This particular novelty toy is designed and configured for use by a singular person. This novelty device comprises a substrate having a first end, a second end, an upper surface and a lower surface. The lower surface is flat and the upper surface includes a plateau area. From the plateau area the upper surfaces incline downward to the first end. The first end constitutes the holding area when utilizing the present invention. The object of the novelty device of the present invention is to balance an object, such as a belt, large paper clip, substantially flat pencils, or bookmarkers one the plateau area while holding the first end and maintaining the lower surface to be parallel to the ground.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2001Date of Patent: March 25, 2003Inventors: Otis P. Allen, Elby L. Williams
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Publication number: 20030005553Abstract: The present invention, also known as the equalizer, is a novelty device offering a challenging and entertaining environment when played. This particular novelty toy is designed and configured for use by a singular person. This novelty device comprises a substrate having a first end, a second end, an upper surface and a lower surface. The lower surface is flat and the upper surface includes a plateau area. From the plateau area the upper surfaces incline downward to the first end. The first end constitutes the holding area when utilizing the present invention. The object of the novelty device of the present invention is to balance an object, such as a belt, large paper clip, substantially flat pencils, or bookmarkers one the plateau area while holding the first end and maintaining the lower surface to be parallel to the ground.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2001Publication date: January 9, 2003Inventors: Otis P. Allen, Elby L. Williams
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Patent number: 6405572Abstract: A locking apparatus attaches a key to a writing instrument. The locking apparatus comprises a barrel having a top end and a bottom end. The top end has a top opening with a first diameter. The second end is attached to the writing instrument. A bore extends inwardly from the top opening. The bore has a second diameter which is larger than the first diameter. A step is formed in the barrel at top of the bore. A post has an upper section and a lower section. The lower section is slidably engaged in the bore. A plurality of tabs is pivotally connected to the lower section of the post. The tabs extend outwardly from the post so that tabs impinge the step. A ring is slidably supported in the bore. The ring has a center hole adapted to frictionally engage the tabs for removing the post from the barrel. A key is connected to the upper section of the post.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2000Date of Patent: June 18, 2002Assignee: A.T.X. International, Inc.Inventor: Mitchell E. Seamans
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Patent number: 6334239Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a key and memo pad holder which includes a garment clip in the form of an alligator clip having a bar like jaw to which a main key loop is detachably connected. The main key loop includes a slidably disposed sleeve on one end to form a closure, and one or more variously sized auxiliary split key rings on said main key loop to accommodate keys having different size key openings. Detachably connected to the main key loop is a miniature memo pad having a plurality of pages for jotting thereon desired notes or memos. The arrangement of the memo pad is such that the pages, in the inoperative position, are maintained in alignment by an elastic band, and which main loop and memo pad are rendered separately and independently detachable from the garment clip.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2000Date of Patent: January 1, 2002Inventor: Herman H. Kraut
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Patent number: 6318610Abstract: An accessory holder that is to be used in such a way to securely hold ones accessories like keys (40), cameras (44), cellular phones, pagers, tape measures, and hand drills when they are not in use and to allow the person quick access to these accessories when they are needed. The preferred embodiment uses a modified seat belt buckle to carry A set of keys (40). Female end (25) is attached to the users belt (32) bag, or other convenient location. Male end (24) is attached to the accessory. When the accessory is needed, the user pushes button (26), and the accessory falls into the users hand. To return the accessory to female end (25), male end (24) must be inserted into opening (36). Male end (24) is pushed over the spring loaded locking mechanism and a distinctive “click” is heard once male end (24) is locked in place. The accessory can be conveniently carried in female end (25) until next time it is needed.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 1997Date of Patent: November 20, 2001Inventor: William Doherty
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Patent number: D479907Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2002Date of Patent: September 30, 2003Inventor: Miguel Ruiz