Abstract: A cord lock for cords with a snap part. The cord lock device has a movable top part that forms a button that is pressed to release tension on a cord. When the button is released, the cord is held. The button has a pressing surface which is pressed to bring cord passing surfaces on first and second parts into communication with one another, to release tension on the cord passing through the cord passing surfaces. The pressing surface has a socket for a snap on device, which can be a decorative or useful snap in device.

Abstract: A cord lock for cords with a snap part. The cord lock device has a movable top part that forms a button that is pressed to release tension on a cord. When the button is released, the cord is held. The button has a pressing surface which is pressed to bring cord passing surfaces on first and second parts into communication with one another, to release tension on the cord passing through the cord passing surfaces. The pressing surface has a socket for a snap on device, which can be a decorative or useful snap in device.

Abstract: A locking system for quick tying laces. Locking system includes a quick connect connector that is connected between the bottom portion of the laces and the top portion of the laces where a tension releasing system is located. The tension releasing system can release and retain the tension on laces after the shoe has been put on, the top portion of the laces which has the tension releasing system, can be secured to the bottom portion of the laces to prevent dangling of laces.

Abstract: A smartcard device which includes power harvesting. Power is stored. That stored power is used to obtain biometric information on the card. In an embodiment, a smartcard is used in a card reading device, e.g, an ATM machine or other payment device. In one embodiment, the ATM swallows the card completely. In another embodiment, the card can be partly inserted into the machine or read and powered wirelessly. The fingerprint reader is put on the smart card. The client inserts the smart card into a standard ATM. The ATM recognizes a smart card with fingerprint authentication, harvests power and returns the smart card to the user. The Client authenticates their fingerprint using a fingerprint reader powered by harvested power then re-inserts the smart card. If authenticated, the client is prompted to choose one of the menu options.

Abstract: A smartcard device which includes power harvesting. Power is stored. That stored power is used to obtain biometric information on the card. In an embodiment, a smartcard is used in a card reading device, e.g, an ATM machine or other payment device. In one embodiment, the ATM swallows the card completely. In another embodiment, the card can be partly inserted into the machine or read and powered wirelessly. The fingerprint reader is put on the smart card. The client inserts the smart card into a standard ATM. The ATM recognizes a smart card with fingerprint authentication, harvests power and returns the smart card to the user. The Client authenticates their fingerprint using a fingerprint reader powered by harvested power then re-inserts the smart card. If authenticated, the client is prompted to choose one of the menu options.