Abstract: A mobile mounting device for location signal safety flags used by off road riders to prevent collisions when riding in hilly terrain. The mounting device of the invention provides for a flag or whip receiving mounting socket configured to be selectively attached to the back side of a chest protector worn by the off road vehicle rider. It can be moved from rider to rider.

Abstract: An object 1, is secured to a distal part of a flexible elongate member 4 that is inserted into a hollow interior 3 of an elongate tubular constraint 2. An intermediate length portion of the member is constrained within the constraint. A force applied to a proximal part of the member is directed longitudinally toward the distal part, and transferred as a compressive internal force along the intermediate portion to move it longitudinally within the hollow constraint and to move the object to a new location at which the object can be supported. In a preferred embodiment, a flexible and resilient member is pushed up a tube having a slot extending along the tube. A flag secured to the top end of the member extends out through the slot. An operator at ground level can push the member and attached flag into and up the tube to raise and fly the flag at an elevated position.

Abstract: An emergency signaling apparatus includes a portable base member, a telescopically adjustable and rectilinear pole, a plurality of brackets, and a flag directly coupled to the brackets and adaptable between compressed and expanded positions when the brackets are displaced along a longitudinal length of the pole. A mechanism is included for simultaneously articulating and linearly displacing the pole about at least two mutually exclusive axes respectively in such a manner that the flag is automatically returned to an equilibrium position defined along a vertically oriented plane after being biased about the at least two mutually exclusive axes.

Abstract: A golf club reminder method includes providing a golf bag that has an upper edge. A plurality of golf clubs is positioned in the golf bag. A post has a bottom end and a top end. A flag is attached to the post adjacent to the top end of the post. The flag has indicia thereon indicating a reminder to verify all golf clubs are accounted for. A coupler is attached to the bottom end of the post. The post is attached to the golf bag adjacent to the upper edge with the coupler and the post extended upwardly from the golf bag. The post is thereby attached to the golf bag during a round of golf.

Abstract: A garage parking mat that assists an individual in properly parking their vehicle in a garage. The parking mat is fabricated from two durable rubber mats, sensors, a warning light box, insulated wiring, and various attached hardware. The rubber mats are adjustable in length and include lateral strips across the front and rear on each mat. Within the strips are pressure sensors that are designed to notify the attached hardware when a vehicle's tires are located on a pressure sensor. The strips also have a series of sensors located on the outer edges of each rubber mat to detect improper steering by a driver. The warning light box includes a series of lights, including a red and green light, to visually signal a driver when the driver is pulling a vehicle into the garage.

Abstract: This invention pertains to the boating industry. More specifically the sports realm. It is intended to automatically control the flag. knowing when a boarder is up or down with out any electronics use is this inventions most unique aspect. It specifically usestension to identify the status of the boarder, skier, etc. weather they are up riding, or down in the water. It is designed to look nice while giving the boaters a more enjoyable and hassle free time while insuring the safety of their friends or family to the highest degree possible which is mounting at the top of the tower where there are no object obstructing the view.

Abstract: A truck bed stake hole assembly comprising a shaft with a threaded end; a bottom plate shaped like a rectangle with a corner missing and with a threaded hole in which the threaded end is receivable; and a top plate with a downward extending post that aligns with the missing corner of the bottom plate and with a hole slightly larger than the threaded end. To use, the shaft is placed through the hole in the top plate and threaded into the hole in the bottom plate; the bottom plate is inserted into a truck bed stake hole; the top plate rests atop the stake hole; and the bottom plate is rotated to wedge within the stake hole. To remove, the bottom plate is rotated counterclockwise until the post in the top plate acts as a stop and prevents rotation, and the assembly is then removed from the stake hole.

Abstract: A display device to indicate a private emergency, such as an expectant mother in labor, is disclosed. The device is displayed on the outside surface of a moving automobile. Motorists will yield to the auto, and police officers are alerted to offer assistance as necessary to escort the auto to a hospital.

Abstract: A securing device for securing a flag having a grommet to a cord is provided. Such securing device includes a support member manufactured from a predetermined material and having a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size. Such support member further having at least one aperture disposed therethrough at a predetermined location. Such aperture has a second predetermined size and is capable of being threaded with a cord for securing such cord to such support member, such cord has a third predetermined size. A securing mechanism is operably connectable to such support member for securing such flag to such support member.

Abstract: A portable safety flag device and method therefor capable of being coupled to a wheelchair, trailer or the like to improve visibility and improve safety. The portable safety flag device may include a handle at one end of a pole with a flag at the opposite end or may include a coupling mechanism, preferably a clamp, at the end of the pole opposite the flag and capable of coupling the device to a vehicle or other object.

Abstract: A restored and/or reinforced flag that is durable and does not distract from the appearance of the flag by attaching at least one separate corner patch and twill tape to the flag with thread.

Abstract: A pneumatically activated signal flag is used in combination with a first watercraft to provide a visual warning to other watercraft operators of various events which may be occurring around the first watercraft. For example, the signal flag may indicate that a swimmer is in the water adjacent to the watercraft. The signal flag is raised or lowered by activation of a pneumatic activating ram by an operator within the water craft.

Abstract: A vehicle antenna comprises a mast having proximal and distal portions, the proximal portion attached to the vehicle. A terminating member is provided at the distal portion of the mast and a first connector is affixed thereto. The first connector has a body formed to encompass the terminating member and an adjacent section of the mast and includes an eyelet projecting therefrom. Additionally, a decorative antenna kit comprises a first connector for encompassing a terminating member of an antenna mast and includes an eyelet projecting therefrom. Means are supplied for fixing the first connector to the mast. A second connector projects through the eyelet; the second connector having a first end and a second end, the first end being affixed to the first connector and the second end terminating in means for attaching an indicia device. A plurality of secondary eyelets and means for attaching the secondary eyelets to the mast is also provided.

Abstract: A wrap around banner is in the form of a flexible body having an exposed display on at least its front side. Adjustable attachment structure is located on the back side of the body extending inwardly from a first end of the body. Complementary adjustable attachment structure is located on the front side of the body extending inwardly from an opposite second end. The banner is wrapped around an object until its ends are superimposed and the banner is firmly mounted in place by engagement of the attachment structure and complementary attachment structure.

Abstract: A truck bed stake hole assembly comprising a shaft with a threaded end; a bottom plate shaped like a rectangle with a corner missing and with a threaded hole in which the threaded end is receivable; and a top plate with a downward extending post that aligns with the missing corner of the bottom plate and with a hole slightly larger than the threaded end. To use, the shaft is placed through the hole in the top plate and threaded into the hole in the bottom plate; the bottom plate is inserted into a truck bed stake hole; the top plate rests atop the stake hole; and the bottom plate is rotated to wedge within the stake hole. To remove, the bottom plate is rotated counterclockwise until the post in the top plate acts as a stop and prevents rotation, and the assembly is then removed from the stake hole.

Abstract: An arm cover with an integral banner is presented that may be provided to sports fans, political fans, etc., as a novelty item. The arm cover includes a tubular member sized and shaped to comfortably fit over a person's forearm, wrist, hand and base of the fingers of a wearer. A banner is attached either temporarily or permanently to the tubular member and it can constitute a national/team flag, pennant, a logo, or provide other promotional information. In one embodiment of the invention, the banner is folded and tucked into a pocket or slit formed in the tubular member in order to hide it when it is not in use. The wearer can display the banner by pulling it out of the pocket or slit.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing a halyard system configured to suspend a flag to a flag pole. The halyard system includes a holding member, a line member and a weighted-down mass structure. The holding member is coupled to the flag pole. The line member is operatively coupled to an upper side portion of the flag and extends through an upper portion of the flag pole to be removably coupled to the holding member. The weighted-down mass structure is operatively coupled to a lower side portion of the flag and operable to freely hang from the lower side portion of the flag. With this arrangement, the weighted-down mass structure is operable to place tension on the line member and a peripheral side of the flag so as to substantially maintain the peripheral side of the flag in a suspended position along side the flag pole.

Abstract: The invention provides a device to removeably attach a flag to a ball hitch comprising a proximate end and a terminal end, where the proximate end has a plurality of fingers and where one end of each of the fingers is attached to a mast.

Abstract: An arm cover with an integral banner is presented that may be provided to sports fans, political fans, etch, as a novelty item. The arm cover includes a tubular member sized and shaped to comfortably fit over a person's forearm, wrist, hand and base of the fingers of a wearer. A banner is attached either temporarily or permanently to the tubular member and it can constitute a national/team flag, pennant, a logo, or provide other promotional information. In one embodiment of the invention, the banner is folded and tucked into a pocket or slit formed in the tubular member in order to hide it when it is not in use. The wearer can display the banner by pulling it out of the pocket or slit.

Abstract: A flag having a first panel having an outer surface and an inner surface, the first panel bearing a first indicia visible from the outer surface when the flag is turned outside-out, and from the inner surface when the flag is turned inside-out; and, a second panel having an outer surface and an inner surface, the second panel bearing a second indicia visible both from the outer surface when the flag is turned outside-out, and from the inner surface when the flag is turned inside-out; the first and second panels each having a perimeter, the perimeters of the first and second panels substantially secured to one another to form a pouch having a single opening to accommodate turning the flag inside-out.

Abstract: A display system for use with a sign panel includes a bracket with a securement for attachment to a sign panel structure such as a support rib, to receive support therefrom. The bracket includes pairs of diagonally spaced apart support surfaces with each pair of support surfaces defining a channel for receiving a respective flag staff, to support opposite sides of a flag staff at spaced apart locations. A pivot connection pivotally attaches the flag staffs to the bracket, bringing the flag staffs into alignment with the support surfaces as the flags are rotated between an open or display position and a closed or storage position.

Abstract: A flagpole assembly comprising a flagpole body having an aperture disposed in the side thereof, one or two internal fastening plates, disposed within the flagpole body, an external fastening plate and door assembly and a set of threaded fasteners securing the flagpole assembly together. A cleat or winch mount may be secured to the internal fastening plate, having a winch secured thereto for securement of a flag halyard inside the flagpole body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for the forced waving of flags for advertising devices and similar and to the corresponding operation methods. The inventive system comprises a support (10) for supporting a flag or similar (2) with the aid of a flag-waving shaft (20) and for securing blowing means (11) which release forced air flows (S) that are applied to the flag or a similar element disposed on the waving shaft. The aforementioned blowing means (11) supply one or more laminar air flows (S) through the outlet(s) (110) thereof. The flag-waving shaft (20) is positioned perpendicularly to the direction of flow of the laminar air flow(s) on an external side of, and close to, the outlets of the blowing means, said zone containing flows with no turbulence.

Abstract: A decorative home flag kit having a flag sheet which has a front side displaying a decorative graphic wherein the decorative graphic is being printed on the front side and is displayed in a reverse manner without any noticeable lost of image sharpness and color density on a rear side of the flat sheet which communicatively couples with the front side, and a flag sleeve disposed at an edge of the flag sheet. The decorative home flag kit further has a flag support frame for suspending the flag sheet which has a suspending arm having an engaging hook which is adapted to engage with the flag sleeve of the flag sheet such that the suspending arm can be inserted into and enclosed by the flag sleeve, an extending member coupling with the suspending arm and a mounting base coupling with the extending member for mounting.

Abstract: A display system for use with a sign panel includes a bracket with a securement for attachment to a sign panel structure such as a support rib, to receive support therefrom. The bracket includes pairs of diagonally spaced apart support surfaces with each pair of support surfaces defining a channel for receiving a respective flag staff, to support opposite sides of a flag staff at spaced apart locations. A pivot connection pivotally attaches the flag staffs to the bracket, bringing the flag staffs into alignment with the support surfaces as the flags are rotated between an open or display position and a closed or storage position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a flag display assembly capable of being secured to a trailer hitch receiver of a vehicle for the purpose of displaying flags. The flag display assembly comprises a center plate; a cross bar coupled to the center plate; a first flag staff engaging member and a second flag staff engaging member coupled to opposite end portions of the cross bar; a first flag staff removably engaged to the first flag staff engaging member; a second flag staff removably engaged to the second flag staff engaging member; and an engaging unit coupled to the center plate. The engaging unit capable of being received within the trailer hitch receiver of the vehicle, and secured therein, thereby engages the flag display assembly to the trailer hitch receiver for displaying a first flag and a second flag.

Abstract: A vehicular animal identification paddle apparatus is comprised of a display member, a stem and a display member holder. The display member holder is comprised of a window clip , a horizontal extension member and a socket. The attachment means attaches the horizontal extension member and the socket to a vehicle window. The display member exhibits an animal identifier comprised of a silhouette of an animal and the printed name of that animal. The stem is attached at one end to the display member and at the other end secured to the socket. An animal of interest within a wildlife area is identified and exhibited to occupants of other vehicles by placing a coinciding display member within the apparatus and attaching it to a user's vehicle. This minimizes traffic congestion within the wildlife area and identifies the animal to those interested.

Abstract: The noisemaker pennant is a combination pennant or flag and a noisemaker device that enables the sports fan to simultaneously express his or her emotions at an event both visually and audibly. Waving the present noisemaker pennant serves to display the pennant or flag thereon, while simultaneously activating the noisemaker device attached thereto. The noisemaker pennant may have various types of pennants, flags, banners, etc. formed of relatively thin, flexible material, with a sports team logo, player's name, political symbol, etc., displayed thereon. The noisemaker portion may be any of various devices, including, but not limited to, clappers, ratcheting devices, bells, whistles, etc. The noisemaker portion and/or the pennant may be removably secured to the staff, to allow the user to interchangeably install different noisemakers with the pennant or flag. A handgrip is provided on the staff opposite the noisemaker end thereof.

Abstract: A caution flag apparatus for mounting on a vehicle which includes in one embodiment, a pipe bracket hinged to the side of the vehicle and pivotally attached to a flag storage pipe or tube which receives a flag and flag rod. A flag rod bracket carries the flag rod at one end and the opposite end of the flag rod bracket is attached to a hinged bracket carrying a conventional stop sign. A conventional drive motor is mounted on the side of the vehicle and causes the hinged bracket, stop sign, flag rod bracket, flag rod, pipe bracket and flag storage pipe to selectively pivot inwardly and outwardly of the vehicle in an arc. Extension of the flag storage pipe outwardly of the vehicle effects extension of the flag and the free end of the flag rod from the flag storage pipe into a deployed configuration in or near the lane of an oncoming or passing automobile.

Abstract: A flagpole assembly comprising a flagpole body having an aperture disposed in the side thereof, one or two internal fastening plates, disposed within the flagpole body, an external fastening plate and door assembly and a set of threaded fasteners securing the flagpole assembly together. A cleat or winch mount may be secured to the internal fastening plate, having a winch secured thereto for securement of a flag halyard inside the flagpole body.

Abstract: This is a versatile flag mounting system, which allows the flagpole bracket and related entities to be secured onto structures such as ladder tubing or railing on a variety of recreational vehicles. This device also allows for rotation of the flag relative to the horizon. The flagpole is secured within this device using a means of securement such as a thumbscrew. This device can also be mounted or secured on a variety of surfaces or structures such as, most flat or round surfaces, homes, corners, fences, and more similarly situated examples.

Abstract: The invention provides means to control flag movement. Sound activated unit responds to sound impulse to activate electric current flows to a switch-electromagnet. Switch-electromagnet effects directly on “Sound-flag synchronized action controller electrical switch” to turn an activated electric circuit “ON”. Activated electric current flows to “wind control bar electromagnets” to control velocity of blower wind current in flagpole interior to make flag actions such as waving, jumping and dancing.

Abstract: A safety device automatically raises and lowers a warning flag over a boat based on the tension applied to a line towed by the boat. For the device, the tow line is anchored to a tower mounted on the boat. Further, an arm is pivotably connected to the tower for movement between first and second orientations. Structurally, the arm is partially enclosed within a housing mounted to the tower. Also, the warning flag is pivotably mounted to the housing. Within the housing, the device includes a mechanism for translating movement of the arm to movement of the flag between raised and lowered orientations. When the tow line is slack, the arm is biased toward the first orientation by a spring. However, when the line becomes taut, the tension in the line overcomes the spring force and the arm is moved to its second orientation.

Abstract: A device for the lowering and raising of a flag having a tubular hollow body used to house and protect the flag while lowered and having a crank assembly with a plurality of line leads for to make raising and lowering of a flag by its flag line an easier task. Additionally the present invention is composed of a plurality of sections that may be attached to any existing flagpole via clamps or other fastening means.

Abstract: This invention provides a flag (1), consisting of a flexible membrane (2), a shaft (3) and a distending mechanism comprising resilient rods (4.1) and (4.2). The shaft (3) is hollow and forms a sleeve about a flag staff (7). The flexible membrane (2) has a leading end (5) and a trailing end (6). The leading end (5) is removably attached to the shaft or sleeve (3). Each rod (4.1) and (4.2) has a fixing end and a free end. The fixing ends are frictionally fixed to the sleeve (3) by a collar (8) located on the sleeve, and the free ends are retained in pockets (6.1) and (6.2) provided in the trailing end (6). In use, the rods (4.1) and (4.2) exerts a pressure from within the membrane (2), resulting in the distended state of the flag (1) under all weather conditions.

Abstract: A flag retaining device for keeping a flag in place. The device includes: a flag pole member, having two ends; a flag banner member, coupled to the flag pole member; and a clamp member, removably coupled to the flag banner member. The clamp member includes: a first elongated member and a second elongated member, each having two ends, and a middle portion substantially between the ends; a pivot mechanism in the form of a spring, pivotally coupled to the middle portion of the elongated members; and a cap member, removably coupled to the first and second elongated members by sliding, and having a cavity sized to correspond to the third end of the first elongated member.

Abstract: An improved safety signaling apparatus intended to be used with watercraft to increase the visibility of the watercraft to others, incorporating a mast-supported signaling device, a base member for attachment to the watercraft, and a retention member removably attaching the mast assembly to the base member. The retention member is suitably adapted to maintain the mast assembly in a fixed orientation in relation to the base member under certain conditions, namely ordinary operation of the watercraft, and to permit independent movement of the mast relative to the base member under different conditions, namely when the mast is in danger of damage or for independent use or storage.

Abstract: The part I am presenting to you is a round plastic tube with a slit down the side. At the top of the tube there are other cuts at right angles which are there for the lock. At the top of the tube is a cap with a hole in it. The flag wire is made of stainless steel and is installed through an opening at the top and is fed through the tube until it reaches the bottom. At the top of the wire, the flag is installed with reflective material that is orange in color and is waterproof. A lock measuring a ½? will be welded to the bottom of the wire and a cork will be placed over the lock. There are two straps which are blind riveted to the tube. Buckles on the straps will secure the device through the arm hole on the safety vest. The flag at the top of the wire when fully extended will measure 21¼? above the top cap. There will be no rust or corrosion on any part of the device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable information sign device. In one embodiment of the invention, a top plate comprises a foundation and three plate coupling ports. A center arm comprises an arm rod axially coupled to the top plate foundation. A sliding plate is slideably coupled to the arm rod and comprises a sliding plate foundation and three sliding plate coupling ports. A spring encircling the arm rod is connected on a first end to the sliding plate foundation and on a second end to a stop coupled to the distal end of the arm rod. Three guide arms are connected to the coupling ports of the sliding plate foundation. Three legs are connected on one end to the coupling ports in the top plate and on the leg end to coupling ports on the guide arms.

Abstract: The noisemaker pennant is a combination pennant or flag and a noisemaker device that enables the sports fan to simultaneously express his or her emotions at an event both visually and audibly. Waving the present noisemaker pennant serves to display the pennant or flag thereon, while simultaneously activating the noisemaker device attached thereto. The noisemaker pennant may have various types of pennants, flags, banners, etc. formed of relatively thin, flexible material, with a sports team logo, player's name, political symbol, etc., displayed thereon. The noisemaker portion may be any of various devices, including, but not limited to, clappers, ratcheting devices, bells, whistles, etc. The noisemaker portion and/or the pennant may be removably secured to the staff, to allow the user to interchangeably install different noisemakers with the pennant or flag. A handgrip is provided on the staff opposite the noisemaker end thereof.

Abstract: A golf hole marker assembly 10 includes a pole 12 on which a display member 30 is mounted. A cover 32 is mounted over the display member 30 so that matter displayed on the display member 30 is visible through the cover 32. A lower end of the pole 12 is receivable in a cup countersunk into a hole in the ground. An operatively lower end of the cover is spaced longitudinally from the lower end of the pole a sufficient distance so as not to interfere with a golf ball rolling into the hole. The invention extends to an accessory which includes a display member 30 and cover 32 which are mountable on a pole 12.

Abstract: An electrically operated apparatus is provided for raising a flag on a flag pole for display, and later lowering a flag on the flag pole into a storage box for safe storage. The disclosed apparatus permits these steps to be performed remotely or automatically by use of electrically operated drives. The apparatus can be operated remotely, say from inside a home or office, thereby greatly easing the task of raising and lowering the flag. Additionally, the apparatus is operable from a timer or a light sensor.

Abstract: At least one embodiment of the invention pertains to a whip mast including a rod, a flag at one end of the rod and a luminescent element wound or spiraled around the rod. The luminescent element may be coupled to the rod to provide illumination, light, and/or glow to enhance the appearance and/or visibility of the whip mast to alert other people or vehicles of its presence. The luminescent element may include an electrical interface to bring power to the luminescent element. The whip mast may be securely coupled to a vehicle by using a fastener or mounting device.

Abstract: A moveable counterbalanced stand alone flag pole providing transportability and an increase of flag display locations includes a counterbalanced pole assembly having a lower portion, a mid-portion and an upper portion, such that a flag attached to the upper portion can freely wave, a ground tip on the end of the lower portion allowing the lower portion to be removably secured, and a washer in which the lower portion of the pole assembly fits whereby the pole assembly can rotate while the ground tip remains stationary.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved flag display apparatus useful for displaying a selected portion of the front of the flag. The apparatus has a demonstrator with a first positioner at the first end of the demonstrator and a second positioner at the second end of the demonstrator. The first and second positioners can be cartridges containing selected lengths of adhesive material, or alternatively be made of high friction material. The demonstrator can be linearly and angularly adjustable. The apparatus can comprise a stabilizer for fixing the demonstrator relative to the pole. The stabilizer can comprise a string or other material that can wind around the pole to fix the demonstrator to the pole. Alternatively, the stabilizer can comprise a clamp or a string depending from the top clip of the pole.

Abstract: A flag capable of being unfurled or crested in the wind without a flagpole comprising a flag with means for attaching the flag to a finger on a hand, the attaching means comprising panels that sandwich an end section of the flag, the attaching means further comprising a tubular member integrally attached to the panels, and wherein the tubular member has an inside diameter in an unstretched mode less than the outside diameter of a finger.

Abstract: A disposable flag is disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the flag includes at least one sheet that defines a channel and at least one wing. At least one perforation is disposed across a length of the flag. A user may tear the perforation to separate a first flag from a second flag.

Abstract: A luminescent flagstaff and flag includes a chemiluminescent flagstaff and a flag attached to the chemiluminescent flagstaff.

Abstract: A flagpole ball ornament comprising opposed, hollow, hemispherical parts interfitted to each other at a circular rim formed on one of the parts and interconnected by an elongated diametral rod-like brace member. The brace member is internally threaded at opposite ends for receiving a machine screw to connect one of the hemispherical parts to the brace member and the opposite end of the brace member receives an all-thread member for connecting the ball to a support post member. The brace member may include, alternatively, a bolt clearance bore for receiving an elongated bolt for connection to the post member.

Abstract: A flagpole ball ornament comprising opposed, hollow, hemispherical parts interfitted to each other at a circular rim formed on one of the parts and interconnected by an elongated diametral rod-like brace member. The brace member is internally threaded at opposite ends for receiving a machine screw to connect one of the hemispherical parts to the brace member and the opposite end of the brace member receives an all-thread member for connecting the ball to a support post member. The brace member may include, alternatively, a bolt clearance bore for receiving an elongated bolt for connection to the post member.