Abstract: A mounting device for mounting a data storage device to a receiving bracket of a computer enclosure includes a board body and at least one grounding clip. Two of the mounting devices are attached to opposite sides of the data storage device and engage with the receiving bracket. Each grounding clip includes a securing section, a first section and a second section. A bolt extends through a hole defined in the securing section of the grounding clip and a through hole defined in the board body for engaging with a screw hole defined in the data storage device thereby fixing the grounding clip and the board body to the data storage device. The fist and second sections of each grounding clip form a plurality of fingers for respectively contacting the data storage device and the computer enclosure thereby forming a grounding path therebetween while fixing the data storage device to the computer enclosure.

Abstract: A device for removably holding and pressing a holder or carrier, supporting a graphics or textual display, against the interior of a raisable auto window by means of a leaf spring hooked over the top edge of the window and configured to exert force against the carrier when raised.

Abstract: The frame assembly for mounting a picture, painting, photograph or the like includes: a generally rectangular frame having an inwardly extending rear end flange; a backing board having a border or perimeter and being constructed and arranged to be received within the frame; at least two retainers slidably mounted on the backing board and being movable from a position not engaging the rear end flange of the frame and within the border of the backing board to a rear end flange engaging position where a hook of the retainer at a first end of the retainer is positioned beyond the border of the backing board and in front of the rear end flange for holding the backing board in the frame of the frame assembly.

Abstract: A securing member or tether clip for swagging a table cloth, fabric or other similar material, has a base for gathering the table cloth to form a swag. The base includes a first end and a second end. A first arm is swingably connected to the first end of the base. A male member is connected the first arm, the male member has a neck and a head connected to the neck. A catch extends the arm. A second arm is swingably connected to the second end of the base. A female member is connected to the second arm for receiving the male member. A first hinge is connected between the first arm and the base. A second hinge is connected between the second arm and the base. A hook and loop fastener includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is connected to the clip. An augmenting attachment is connected to the second portion of the hook and loop fastener. The second portion connects the attachment to the first portion of the hook and loop fastener.

Abstract: A heatsink grounding mechanism and an associated circuit card and computer system. The circuit card includes a printed circuit board to an integrated circuit module is attached. A heatsink is positioned in contact with or in close proximity to the integrated circuit module package. A heatsink grounding piece of the grounding mechanism is utilized to ground the heatsink. The grounding piece includes a substantially rectangular and conductive grounding piece ring that defines an aperture. The dimensions are suitable for receiving and circumventing the integrated circuit module. The grounding piece includes a set of semi-rigid conductive spring arms that extend away from the grounding piece ring. The spring arms are positioned and oriented such that termination points of the spring arms contact grounding pads on the printed circuit board when the grounding piece is compressed between the heatsink and the circuit board.

Abstract: A device for retaining solids in a drinking glass comprising a clamp connected to a grid via a hinge. The clamp and grid are initially positioned flat but upon rotation of the hinge, the clamp and grid are positioned perpendicular to each other for use. The flat configuration makes manufacturing and shipping easier and less expensive. Upon rotation of the hinge, the clamp and grid are locked into the perpendicular position via interlocking elements on the clamp and grid. The grid prevents solids in the glass from traveling with the liquid as the glass is being tilted, thus eliminating spills and discomfort to the user.

Abstract: A trellis system and latch mechanism for use in growing vine plants, such as grapes, raisins and the like that is particularly suited for use with the alternate bearing method of raising such plants. The latch mechanism has a latch body that pivotally connects a support arm from one row of supports to the support arm of an adjacent row of supports. Alternatively, the latch mechanism connects a wire member on one row of supports to a wire member on an adjacent row of supports. The latch body is configured to allow the user to connect to a support arm or wire member on an adjacent row of support members on the non-bearing, renewal row to support the weight of vines and fruit that comprise the bearing row. Use of the latch mechanism allows the grower to selectively open or close the trellis system to establish the bearing or renewal rows during alternate growing seasons.

Abstract: A circuit board retainer includes a U-shaped body portion having a base plate and two side plates extending from the base plate. A panel connecting portion includes first and second retaining tabs offset and extending from the base plate in opposite directions. The first retaining tab includes an upward inclined central section and two side sections. The second retaining tab has a downward inclined free edge section. The retaining tabs are received in corresponding openings defined in the support panel with the aid of the inclined free edge section of the second retaining tab. The inclined section of the first retaining tab abuts against an edge of the corresponding opening while the side sections thereof overlappingly engage underside of the support panel thereby securing the circuit board retainer to the support panel. A board connecting portion includes two resilient L-shaped members respectively extending from the side plates of the U-shaped body portion.

Abstract: A ligating clip includes a substantially planar head portion and at least two legs each extending away from the head portion. The head portion is resilient and spring biased toward a closed position, and the legs can be positioned in a plane defining an angle with the planar head portion of greater than about 90° and less than about 180°, which provides for better visibility of clips during application of the clip.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: A housing configuration for a printed circuit board equipped with components, includes a housing with at least partially metallic housing walls as well as at least one metallic spring profile element. The spring profile element has a first and a second profile leg, which are connected to one another forming an essentially V-shaped profile cross section, and is inserted into a gap region between an edge of the printed circuit board and the housing wall. The first profile leg is connected to a ground terminal of the printed circuit board, and the second profile leg exerts an elastic spreading force as it bears against the housing wall and makes electrical contact with the latter.

Abstract: A clip is disclosed herein which is composed of a resilient material and comprises a body having the following elements as in a relaxed state: opposing first and second ends, of which the first end is open to define a first slot, and the second end is closed; a first aperture adjacent to and communicating with the first slot, the first slot having a width less than the diameter of the first aperture; a second aperture adjacent to the second end; and a second slot extending between and communicating with the first and second apertures, the second slot having a width less than the respective diameters of the first and second apertures. The body of the clip is capable of deformation to temporarily increase the widths of the first and second slots for (i) receiving a pair of elongated member portions (i.e. electric cord portions) in respective first and second apertures, and for (ii) removing the clip from such elongated member portions.

Abstract: A quick-action fastening system for actuating systems, preferably for motor vehicles, and a spring of the quick-action fastening system. The quick-action fastening system has a spring arranged between a fastening plate and the end part of a cable sheathing. The spring braces the end part directly against the actuating plate and has regions by which it secures the end part on the fastening plate radially and axially and prevents the actuating plate from being withdrawn.

Abstract: A method for removably mounting to a chassis a computer component having a first surface with a first aperture extending therein and a second surface having a second aperture therein. The method includes inserting a first protrusion of an attachment assembly into the first aperture and inserting a second protrusion of the assembly into the second aperture to restrict motion of the assembly relative to the component. The method further includes engaging a first portion of the assembly with a first surface of the chassis facing the first portion, and engaging a second portion of the assembly with a second surface of the chassis facing the second portion to restrict motion of the component relative to the chassis.

Abstract: A sock pair retention apparatus includes a resilient membrane which includes a plurality of resilient flap members formed within the membrane. The resilient flap members are oriented in a common plane when in a relaxed mode and are deformed out of the plane when in a sock-retention mode. When one or more socks is pushed between the resilient flap members, the resilient flap members are pushed out of the plane and are in a sock-retention mode. The resiliency of the resilient flap members serves to lock the socks in the sock pair retention apparatus of the invention. The socks can be removed from the sock pair retention apparatus by simply pulling the socks completely through the membrane. The sock pair retention apparatus enables pairs of socks to remain together through washing and drying. When the socks are removed from the membrane, the resilient flap members can return to their relaxed mode. A frame member can be connected to a periphery of the membrane. The frame member defines a frame-enclosed region.

Abstract: An expansion card support structure including a card receptacle having a support wall having an expansion slot and a card insertion port open to the support wall. An expansion card has been removably inserted into the card receptacle through the card insertion port. The expansion card has a substrate and a connection bracket covering the one expansion slot. A lock member is provided in the card receptacle. The lock member removably secures the connection bracket to the support wall. The lock member is supported in the card receptacle to rotate between first and second positions. The lock member contacts the connection bracket while remaining at the first position, thereby to lock the expansion card in the card receptacle. It is spaced apart from the connection bracket while remaining at the second position, thereby to release the expansion card from the card receptacle.

Abstract: A hydrostatic transmission design including externally mounted protrusions or devices for creating a durable, visible coding system. A clip means is also disclosed for securing to the ends of the axle horns to protect the casing from contact with vehicle wheels. The transmission also includes a friction pack for improved control of the transmission, having a control arm which is not secured directly to the external housing of the transmission.

Abstract: First and second retaining elements extend from a hinge to lie adjacent one another, one of the retaining elements being formed to be reorientatable between first and second bowed positions of stability. A detent is spaced from the hinge and arranged hold captive respective portions of the first and second retaining elements. The apparatus is suitable for use particularly as a hair clip, clasp, or slide, but can be used for securing other material or items.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the removal and replacement of a wiper blade assembly in a toner cartridge wherein a first end of the wiper blade includes a projection or "tab" that is captured in a slot formed in the sidewall of the toner cartridge housing. The slot in the sidewall has a forward edge, a rear edge, an upper region, and a lower region. The method includes forming a first cut through the cartridge sidewall from a forward edge of the sidewall to the upper region of the slot. A second cut is made through the sidewall from the forward edge to the lower region of the slot. A waste section of the sidewall defined by the first and second cuts, the sidewall forward edge, and the slot is removed and discarded. The first end of the wiper blade assembly is moved forward, away from slot rear edge, and is pulled upwardly and out of the waste toner hopper region of the cartridge.

Abstract: A clip for facilitating attachment of sheet material to structural beams includes a clip body portion and an adjustable spring arm portion allowing the clip to be adjusted to fit on structural beams of different sizes. The clip body portion includes a first mounting surface and a second mounting surface. The adjustable arm portion includes a first arm panel defining an additional sheet-mounting surface and a second arm panel movable with respect to the first arm panel within a range of up to the width of the first arm panel. The additional mounting surface is substantially parallel to the first mounting surface of the clip body and provides greater mounting and support surface for the sheet material.

Abstract: A tray section is constructed of longitudinal and transverse wire members. The tray sections may be configured or joined by interlocking clips, each of which features two pairs of opposing tabs separated by a pair of opposing notches. The opposing notches feature an arcuate portion and each is sized to receive a single longitudinal wire member. Each interlocking clip also features a back portion that is integral with the opposing tabs and notches. The back portion and opposing tabs are sized so that they surround a pair of adjacent transverse wire members when the opposing tabs are crimped. A crimping tool is used to install the interlocking clips and features pivotally connected opposing jaw portions with arcuate indentations. The arcuate indentations are sized to cooperatively surround the back and opposing tabs of the interlocking clip with the pair of adjacent transverse wire members received therein. Wire mesh floor pans that do not obstruct air flow may be used to support the tray sections.

Abstract: A clothes hanger clasp, particularly to a clothes hanger clasp that will not easily fall off but can be loosened in a convenient way, includes a metal plate roughly in a "U" shape, where the metal plate is divided into an upper clasp plate and a lower clasp plate that are somewhat curled inwardly. On the upper clasp plate is a protruding part and a force applying mechanism that is curled inwardly. The protruding will enable stronger elasticity to for clothes hanger clasp, and, acting with the upper and lower metal clasp plates, it will tightly clasp onto the clothes hanger. The force applying mechanism facilitates easy application of force to loosen the hanger clasp, and it is designed so that the hanger clasp will not fall off easily, but it can be loosened in a convenient way.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for mounting an element on a chassis. The method comprises several steps. The element is stopped from sliding in at least one direction when the element is placed on the surface of the chassis. A clip is pivotably connected to the chassis. The clip pivots between first and second position holding the element in place in the second position. The clip is locked in the second position.

Abstract: A clamp device has a first clamp plate, a second clamp plate, and a connection portion. The connection portion has a first bevel plate, a second bevel plate, and an elastic main body. The first clamp plate has a first upper end and a first lower end. The second clamp plate has a second upper end and a second lower end. The first bevel plate has a first distal end and a first connection end. The first distal end is connected to the first upper end. The second bevel plate has a second distal end and a second connection end. The second distal end is connected to the second upper end. The elastic main body has a first arm connected to the first connection end, a second arm connected to the second connection end, and a lower opening.

Abstract: A file card for a paper slip holder and dispensing unit comprises a substantially flat stiff support panel having a generally rectangular configuration, a front face, a back face, a top edge and a bottom edge, a mounting attachment at the bottom edge for mounting on a support shaft, and a coupon clip on the front and back faces, the clip formed of a substantially rectangular sheet of semi-rigid material having a fixed end and a free end, the fixed end secured to the support panel adjacent an edge thereof, the sheet formed with a rounded fold along a transverse line forming a long panel and a short panel having a common edge, the short panel having the free end, the short panel disposed adjacent the face of the support panel, and the free edge of the short panel curved toward the face of the support panel.

Abstract: A mounting device (10), for use in the display of a generally flat item (20), is constituted by sheet material formed with at least one gripping portion (14) which is itself formed with at least one gripping slit (12) which is non-linear, the sheet material preferably being a resilient plastics material formed with a number of the gripping portions (14) each of which is formed with a number of the gripping slits (12).

Abstract: The unitary clip for a tray and lid of a waffle pack includes a lower expanse with two upwardly extending hooks. The hooks include upper oblique surfaces which extend upwardly and outwardly. The upper oblique surfaces are immediately upwardly adjacent from inverted ledges which engage complementary portions of the lid of the waffle pack. The lower expanse is bowed so as to form a central apex which engages the lower planar portion of the waffle pack. The clip is engaged and disengaged from the waffle pack by a simple up and down motion.

Abstract: A bag closure comprising a cylindrical tube having a slit along its length, a notch in line with the slit on at least one end of the tube and an elevated bead formed around at least one end of the tube, the bead functioning to maintain the tube in its cylindrical shape. The bag closure may additionally include a flange or pad to aid in attaching the bag closure to a second structure.

Abstract: The invention relates to a component for fastening a profile washer to a edge strip of a sheet which is surrounded by a groove in the profile washer. When assembled, a resilient metal clamp (1) surrounds with two legs (2,3) the edge strip. An intermediate layer (6,26) of a lower level of hardness is provided between the metal bracket (1) and the edge strip. The distance between the legs (2,3) lessens in the end regions (4,5) thereof, and widens again at the ends thereof.

Abstract: A retaining strap for use in supplementing the securement by a C-clamp of a load carrying rod to an I-Beam in steel construction. The strap defines an arcuate slot proximate one end thereof which is adapted to be hooked about the load carrying rod such that the strap can be extended across a portion of the I-Beam and a second extended end portion of the strap bent about the I-Beam to enhance securement of the rod to the I-Beam. In a second embodiment of the invention the slot is formed in a perpendicular disposed ear portion adjacent one end of the strap which is adapted to engage a leg portion of a "U"-shaped hanger such that the strap can be extended across the hanger and the extended end bent about and secured to a second leg of a hanger for securing a fluid carrying conduit within the saddle of the hanger.

Abstract: The multi-functional clip provides two functions: holding a plurality of multi-layer magnetic transformers together in a vertical stack; holding together the respective E-Cores of each of the plurality of multi-layer magnetic transformers. This is accomplished by the use the multi-functional clip that comprises a body, having four tapered flanges that extend vertically from the periphery of the body to form the arms that enclose and contact the multi-layer magnetic transformers. The vertically oriented arms each include a feature formed at a distal end thereof that mates with a recess formed in a side of a corresponding one of the multi-layer magnetic transformers. The vertically oriented arms are manufactured of a spring material to thereby apply a horizontal force to the multi-layer magnetic transformer.

Abstract: A device and method for folding a hackle feather for fly tying purposes. The invention is designed to facilitate folding of the barbs of a feather in a uniform direction from the quill so that the feather may be used for fabricating artificial flies for fishing. The invention provides for a pair of flexible resilient members with pliant corresponding concave faces. One member is slightly larger than the other. The resilient members are held together at their base and the concavity of each member forces them together at their extended ends. The smaller of the two resilient members has a tapered edge which forms a notch between the outward end portions of the members. The feather to be folded is maneuvered into the notch, and inserted between the pliant faces of the two members. The concave faces then are pressed together, folding the feather.

Abstract: A holder includes a generally cylindrical barrel portion having an opening formed in the walls thereof. A pair of angularly related generally planar plates are joined to each side of the opening formed in the cylindrical portion to form a diverging angle between the plates. A conventional container/dispenser such as a toothpaste tube is received between the plates and extends therebeyond such that the closed end and a flattened portion of the tube passes through the opening and is coiled within the barrel portion. The material within the tube container/dispenser may be dispensed by squeezing the angularly disposed plates inwardly toward each other in an action which forces material from the tube interior while gripping and further coiling the flattened end of the tube. In an alternate embodiment, the holder further includes a supporting leg which extends downwardly from the barrel to support the combination of the holder and a tube container/dispenser in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: A device for dissipating heat generated from an electronic device package located above an upper face of a printed circuit board. This device can be a heat sink having a base in contact with an upper face of the electronic device package, and at least one fin formed on the base to dissipate the heat from said electronic device package. This device also has a pair of clips for clamping the base of the heat sink to the electronic device package to maintain a close thermal contact between the heat sink and the electronic device package.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding articles, such as writing instruments, in cooperation with a surface, such as a book cover, comprising a flat support member, a clamp element and an article retaining portion. The article retaining portion is comprised of a strip of resilient material bent into a serpentine profile and includes in succession along its length a first bend portion transverse to the support member, a proximal bend portion, a first arcuate bend portion, a distal band portion, and a second arcuate bend portion. The first and second arcuate bend portions define article retaining channels and the facing internal surfaces of the proximal and distal bend portions cooperate to form another space for holding articles. An optional bookmarker is suspended from the article retaining portion in an orientation suitable for insertion between the pages of a book.

Abstract: A clip is provided for the channeling of water flow in assembled vinyl siding trim accessories, the clip having a first end segment which forms a detachable retention fastener, and a second end segment formed for the channeling of water.

Abstract: A shelf divider, label and sign holder system comprising an elongated universal support element formed with a relatively rigid channel-shaped shell adapted to be adhesively mounted on a vertically or horizontally extending surface. The support element includes an extended cover portion with flexible fingers co-extruded therewith and adapted to engage the mounting surface itself to removably capture therebetween portions of an item to be supported by the support element. When used as a vertical surface sign holder system, the support element is generally horizontally secured to the vertical surface, with the channel opening downwardly and a paper, cardboard or plastic indicia-containing label or sign securely held at its upper edges between the flexible fingers and the vertical mounting surface. The same support element may be adhesively secured to the undersurface of a shelf juxtapositioned to the front edge thereof, for reception of a perpendicular mounting flange of an adhesive or non-adhesive label holder.

Abstract: A clip made from a band-like metal plate having spring characteristics, includes: a back portion formed at a center portion of the metal plate in its longitudinal direction so as to have a width in the longitudinal direction corresponding to a maximum clipping thickness of the clip; a pair of abutment portions formed by bending the band-like metal plate in the same direction at longitudinally opposite ends of the back portion so that longitudinal opposite ends of the respective abutment portions form abutting edges which abut against each other for holding edge portions of sheet-like members to be clipped between the abutting edges of the abutment portions; and at least three bent portions for giving an elastic force to the abutment portions.

Abstract: A basketball net clip for a breakaway net attachment system that detachably mounts a basketball net to the rim of a basketball goal at predetermined locations along the rim. The net clips are resilient and include a base portion attachable to the rim and a retainer portion for detachably retaining the net in association with the rim. The rim preferably includes a plurality of studs located along an undersurface thereof for engaging within apertures formed in the clips whereby the clips are retained in engagement with the rim. In one embodiment, the clips are provided with fingers for retaining the net wherein the fingers will release the net in response to a predetermined force being applied to the net. In a further embodiment, the clip is adapted to be pulled off of the rim when a predetermined force is applied to the net.

Abstract: A strap take-up device for a fashion accessory that includes an elongated strap of a purse or similar bag. The take-up device receives a strap in a looped form and selectively retains the strap in a plurality of desired positions. The retaining member receives and retains the strap in its desired position without slippage by providing a unitary body defining a spring clip formed of an elongated sheet folded, at least twice, back onto itself to form at least two strap retaining passages. The spring clip is elastically deformable to allow each of the passages to expand to an open position to allow a strap to be disposed therein and contract to a closed position to frictionally retain the strap. The spring clip is spring biased to contract to the closed position. In the preferred embodiments of this invention, the spring clip takes the forms of a W-shaped or S-shaped design.

Abstract: A hair clip has two curved arms connected in parallel and a clamping strip extending from a connecting area between the curved arms. Each curved arm has a pair of horizontally outwardly arched sections, a horizontally inwardly curved section connected between the horizontally outwardly arched sections, and a coupling tip at a free end. The clamping strip has a retainer portion at its free end for securing the coupling tips of the curved arms together. The clamping strip also has a plurality of downwardly curved sections and upwardly curved sections alternatively connected in a line between the clamping strip fixed end and free end. The width of the clamping strip is broader than the gap between the horizontally inwardly arched sections of the curved arms.

Abstract: In a roller clip with a U-shaped body having resilient top and bottom legs, the top leg has an opening capturing a rolling means between the two legs and rotatably supporting the rolling means to permit insertion of a slip between the rolling means and the bottom leg for holding the slip. The bottom leg is provided with means for attaching the roller clip to a support surface.

Abstract: A clip-on camouflage outfit accessory comprises a base backing having an upper surface and a lower surface, the base backing including two apertures extending therethrough, the base backing having a first end including an clip release projecting upwardly therefrom and a second end including a hinge member projecting upwardly therefrom, the base backing being couplable to a user's item of camouflage clothing; and a branch clip being having a first end, a second end, an upper surface and a lower surface, the first end of the branch clip being couplable to the clip release of the base backing, the second end of the branch clip being hingedly coupled to the hinge member of the base backing, in an operative orientation a user securing small branches of foliage with the branch clip.

Abstract: A modular dust collection plate assembly (10) for use in an electrostatic precipitator is provided. The dust collection plate assembly (10) includes at least one panel member (100) and at least one waveform member (200) releasably coupled together. The panel member (100) is characterized by a substantially planar contour, having first and second faces on opposing sides thereof which are commonly bounded laterally by a pair of lateral edge portions (110, 110) extending in a longitudinal direction. The waveform member (200) also extends in the longitudinal direction and is characterized by a predetermined curvilinear cross-sectional contour that enables the waveform member (200) to disrupt at least a portion of the gaseous flow that would pass across it during operation in an electrostatic precipitator.

Abstract: A tube and tube retainer applied to the base of a railroad rail and capable of being simply and quickly adjusted for the application of lubricant to the wheel/rail interface contact patch. The tube accepts a lubricant supply from an external source at one end and directs it to the appropriate area of the wheel/rail contact patch. Implementation may include a plurality of such tubes on one or both rails to improve effectiveness. The present invention reduces overall waste by applying smaller amounts of lubricant with each tube, but increasing the total amount of lubricant applied.

Abstract: A money clip having greater resilience without yielding by using a thin, stiff material. The clip may have a base and a lever, the lever being connected to the base by a spring, subject to bending deflection in use. The clip provides a reverse bend, or knee between the principal bend at the back of the clip, and a lip at the front of the clip. A long tongue extends as part of a base, extending out from the front of the clip where the lip contacts the tongue along a contact line. Near the back of the clip, the spring is formed as a loop having a diameter greater than the throat formed by the lever and base at their greatest distance from one another. The throat provides greater leverage on money held in the clip than does the lip, but both provide significant force to secure money without yielding the spring or lever, and without allow the money two turn, twist, or slide. A single bill, or fifty bills may be inserted into the clip with a totally elastic response by the clip.

Abstract: An improved helical torsion spring is disclosed which contains an integrally attached clip. The improved helical torsion contains: (a) a helical torsion spring having a coiled portion and front and end non-coiled portions; (b) a clip having a transverse opening for sleeving about the coiled portion of the helical torsion spring, and a concave slot for receiving a slim-bodied object. The transverse opening of the clip has a section-section smaller than a length of either of the front or end non-coiled portion so as to retain the clip therebetween. The improved helical torsion spring can be used in essentially the same a conventional torsion spring can be used; however, it provides the advantage of being able to carry a slim-bodied object such as pencils, pens, or other similar goods.

Abstract: A paper clip consists of two elastic steel plates only, and each elastic steel plate has a connect member punched out of its upper portion, and an upper curved grip is formed therein after punching. The two connect members are bent inward and combined together by hooking their outer ends together, with lower ends of the two steel plates elastically and separably contacting with each other for gripping papers by pressing inward and then releasing the curved grips.

Abstract: A novel cable clip for retainment of cables or tubing which utilizes a one-piece J-shaped rigid body (9) comprising of a cupped shaped bottom (10) having both ends open, a short side (11) having a locking device located at the end of the said short side (11), a long side (12) having a locking device located at the unattached end of the punched-out projection surface (13), said punched-out projection surface extending in a downward direction pointing towards the said short side locking device and being part of said long side (12). At the upper end of said long side (12) having an attachment hole (14) having a mechanical device for attachment of said J-shaped rigid body (9) to a substructure. The said J-shaped rigid body (9) can be flexed repeatedly along the surface of both the short side (11 ) and long side (12) where they become common with the cupped shaped bottom (10) without fracturing, allowing the locking devices to interlock repeatedly and to disengage repeatedly.

Abstract: A clip-on tape dispenser for reeled tape comprises, in integral configuration, a middle section, at least portions of which are designed to ride on the outermost turn of the reeled tape, and two flank sections located on either side of the middle section in planes substantially perpendicular to the general plane containing the middle section, and a cutting section being part of and folded up from the middle section and having a tape-cutting edge. The dispenser has at least one tooth-like member provided in at least one of the flanks and configured in such a way as to permit the dispenser to be easily clipped onto the reeled tape in a substantially radial direction thereto and to be slid thereon in a circumferential direction, but to oppose dislodgement of the dispenser in the substantially radial direction.