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.

Abstract: A flagpole assembly that can be attached to the awning arm of most recreational vehicles, such as travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers. The flagpole is easily and securely attached without the aid of tools and without damaging hardware. The flagpole assembly can easily be completely removed and easily stowed when traveling. The flagpole brackets semi-encompass the awning arm and are held in place with stretch rings.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward the provision of a barrier for protecting and isolating the poles or flag sticks, used on golf courses to mark the position of the hole in a golf course green, from ambient environmental damage and damage that may occur from workers or golfers handling of such poles or flag sticks.

Abstract: A telescopic flagpole for reducing the manual force required to extend and secure multiple segments. The flagpole includes a plurality of segments including a bottom segment, at least one intermediate segment, and a top segment; a plurality of sleeve assemblies each positioned between an associated pairing of a relatively lower segment and a relatively higher segment; and a plurality of biasing members each urging an associate one of the segments toward an extended position.

Abstract: A warning flag assembly is disclosed for attachment to an overhanging load on a roadway vehicle. The flag assembly is generally cylindrical and has one margin secured to a holder that may be releasably attached to the overhanging load using conventional hardware whereby the flag assembly can be used with a variety of loads, re-used and conveniently stored when not in use.

Abstract: A signaling system for emergencies. The system comprising a mast member, a coupling system, and a signaling device. The mast member including multiple elongated members capable of expanding or collapsing telescopically or elastically. A coupling system having a first coupling member connected to the mast member and to a second coupling member. The second coupling member being a suction cup or magnet, thereby facilitating the connection to an object or vehicle. A signaling device comprising a retractable flag of an attractive or light-reflecting color.

Abstract: A support assembly for a signal such as a signal flag or the like, which is structured for multiple uses by the provision of an end piece removably attached in different operative positions to the distal end of a staff having an elongated configuration of variable length. The multiple uses of the support assembly is due to the end piece comprising a tool, preferably in the form of a hook, such that when the end piece/tool is disposed in at least one of the operative orientations, the staff and end piece/tool can be used as a boat hook assembly. When so used, a shaft structured to support the signal flag thereon may be disposed on the interior of the staff, along with the flag furled thereabout. Another of the operative orientations comprises the flag shaft disposed exteriorly of the staff in an exposed position for display of the signal flag thereon.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a housing that has planar walls defining a cavity. One wall has annular holes formed therein. An anchor plate is nested within the cavity and provided with apertures situated subjacent to the holes. Each aperture has a diameter equal to a diameter of the holes. One aperture is vertically situated below one of the holes. The other apertures are inwardly offset from their associated holes. Flags are positioned through the holes and apertures. A bottom wall is provided with apertures for directing undesirable fluids and debris out from the cavity. A mechanism is included for illuminating one rod and includes a switch and a fuse box. A light-emitting source is mounted to a front wall, confronts a front face of one flag, and emits a light beam upwardly along the shaft thereof. A mechanism is included for removably mounting the housing onto the recreational vehicle.

Abstract: A display provides a sign panel for use in displaying a sign. Pairs of first and second feet preferably extend downwardly from the sign panel and provide an adjustable width channel for connecting to a tailgate of a vehicle. A sign is supported by the sign panel and first and second shaft connectors receive a shaft having an ornament connected thereto, such as a flag or shaker.

Abstract: A flag connected to a wristband or similar device by a length of material. The wristband and the length of material permit a spectator to throw the flag in a direction away from the spectator without fear of it being lost. The length of material permits the spectator to easily retrieve the flag after it is thrown. The ability to throw the flag increases its visibility and can be used to indicate to a game official a missed infraction. The length of material also allows the spectator to spin the flag around to show the spectator's admiration for the team or game.

Abstract: A helmet flag for providing added visibility and therefore safety to a rider of virtually any form of transportation that exposes a rider to view. The flag is preferably mounted to the rear of a helmet and is substantially removable. The flexible, interchangeable flag rod is partially comprised of a spring to further insure against breakage. Flags are interchangeable with respect to size, colors, and designs.

Abstract: A pennant display system comprising a cuff positioned on a structure having predetermined height and means connected to the cuff for moving the cuff along the height of the structure. The system further comprises means positioned on each of the cuff and the moving means for releaseably attaching a pennant thereto.

Abstract: A flag storage and support apparatus includes a housing that has a bottom wall, a top wall, a back wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. A door is hingedly coupled to an edge of the first side wall and is positionable in an open position or a closed position with respect to a front side of the housing. A pole has a bottom end and a top end. The bottom end is pivotally coupled to the bottom wall so that the pole is selectively positionable within the housing to define a stored position or extendable outwardly of the housing to define a display position. A flag is attached to the pole and is positioned adjacent to the top end.

Abstract: A display provides a frame having legs meeting at an upper end at a span. The lower ends of the legs terminate at feet which form a base and toes. The base and toes define a slot therebetween which cooperates with a leading edge of an access of one of a trunk of a vehicle, a tailgate of a trunk and a hatchback of a vehicle. The leading edge is received in the slot. A sign is supported by the frame and first and second shaft connectors receive a shaft having an ornament connected thereto, such as a flag or shaker.

Abstract: An apparatus conjoinable to a vehicle antenna includes an anchor section formed from STYROFOAM (polystyrene) and provided with a vertically registered sleeve extending along a longitudinal axis. The sleeve extends upwardly from a bottom surface of the anchor and terminates subjacent to a top surface thereof. Coextensively shaped wing sections are conjoinable with the anchor section and equidistantly spaced about an outer surface thereof. A mechanism is included for positioning the apparatus about the vehicle antenna and allows for free rotation thereof in the wind. The apparatus positioning mechanism is disposed within the anchor section and is sized and shaped so that the anchor section can be maintained at a stable position during operating conditions. The apparatus positioning mechanism is formed from non-corrosive material.

Abstract: A tape barrier, warning, or display composed of flexible material having generally parallel edges and substantially greater length than width with cuts made into the tape at intervals along the tape defining pennants and connecting bands. The tape may be any color or even transparent, and messages or images may be applied thereon. The tape is deployed by placing longitudinal tension or pulling on a segment. Upon deployment, the tape lengthens and the pennants drop. The appearance is of a series of spaced apart hanging pennants held together by connecting tape material.

Abstract: A rigid replica of a flag of the United States consists of a background, a field and a plurality of emblems, the background comprising individual U-shaped channels comprising colored red and white horizontal stripes, the field comprising a solid blue panel and the emblem comprising a white star, the channels affixed to spaced apart vertical rafters, the rafters forming a frame of the rigid flag replica, the channels alternately uprightly and invertedly disposed whereby an exposed surface of the uprightly disposed channels is disposed at a different elevation than an exposed surface of the invertedly disposed channels, the uprightly and invertedly disposed channels providing depth and definition to the exposed surface of the rigid flag replica, the blue field having 50 white stars affixed thereto in rows and columns, the blue field applied to the horizontal stripes in an upper left hand corner, the blue field overlying the red and white horizontal stripes.

Abstract: A mounting assembly comprises a mounting element for attachment to a surface, a cap engaged with the mounting element for angular movement relative thereto and having a slot therein through which extends an arm of a support member, there being at one end of the arm a ball which is received in a socket defined between the cap and the mounting element. A coupling nut is engagable with the mounting element so that in a first, tightened state, the nut locks the cap in its selected angular orientation relative to the mounting element, thereby retaining the arm in its selected position in the slot and the support member in its selected rotational position relative to the cap. In its second, unscrewed state, the nut allows adjustment of the cap, arm and support member correspondingly to adjust the orientation of an object mounted by the mounting assembly.

Abstract: A decorative residential or commercial flag for attachment to a supporting upright pole having flag attachment means comprising a linear sleeve adapted to loosely slip over the upright pole to enable unobstructed rotation of the flag in response to wind direction along with a flexible tab secured to the top of the linear sleeve adapted to rotatably engage an upwardly extending narrow pin located at the top of the upright pole. The flexible tab contains an opening larger than the narrowed upright extension to enable free rotation of the tab around the narrowed extension, while the opening is smaller than the upright pole to enable the larger diameter pole to vertically support the flexible tab. The flexible tab supports the decorative flag vertically on the upright pole while the sleeve enables circumferential rotation of the decorative flag about the axis of the upright pole. The decorative flag can be attached directly to an upright pole or inclined pole.

Abstract: A device to secure a flag or banner to a pole. The securing device has an unshaped spring above a pivot dowel and in between a first and a second panel. Also, the securing device has snaps to secure either the flag or banner to the pole. Finally, the securing device has an indentation in between the first and second panel to allow the pole to pass through the securing device.

Abstract: A device and method for displaying a flag at night under a light, wherein the flag is attached to a vertical rope, and a weight is attached to the bottom of the rope. The rope and flag can be easily raised or lowered, and the flag will fly in any wind direction without becoming wrapped around a supporting pole.

Abstract: A device for determining the position of a scraper which is displaceable for the transport of coating material in a supply path of thereof, the coating material comprises a sensor responding to the presence of the scraper. This sensor is accommodated in a separate measuring head, which contains an inner, self-sufficient current source and a circuit arrangement which generates an electric output signal indicating presence or absence of the scraper on the sensor. The information in this output signal is conducted by means of a device, which manages without galvanic connection, preferably via an optical waveguide, to an evaluation circuit, electrically insulated at a distance from the measuring head and which generates an electric output signal used for controlling other parts of the plant. A device of this kind can also be used for detecting scrapers where, as frequently in electrostatically operating coating plants, the sensor has to be attached at a point located at high electric potential.

Abstract: Display devices in the shape of a flag assembly are provided. The display devices are constructed of solid plastic materials that withstand damage caused by contact with air turbulence or adverse weather conditions, particularly when attached to a mount on a moving vehicle, and that withstand detachment from a mount caused by such air turbulence or adverse weather conditions. The display devices allow an observer to openly view a display when a vehicle is stationary or moving, and allow a motorist of another vehicle to view the display while having an unobstructed view of traffic conditions surrounding the vehicle.

Abstract: An improved method of attaching paper and cloth pennants and flags to automobile antennae, ropes, and the like is presented. The attachment system consists of a three-part strip of transparent adhesive material and a plastic or metal clip that are inexpensive to produce and simple to use.

Abstract: A safety system includes a signal flag that is mounted on a water craft and which is connected to a person in a manner such that should the person fall into the water, the signal flag will be automatically and immediately deployed whereby any watercraft in the vicinity will be alerted to the presence of a person in the water.

Abstract: A vehicle alert kit includes at least one base member having a substantially planar bottom surface and a threaded portion integral therewith. The kit further includes a mechanism for fastening at least one base member to a surface so that same can be maintained at a substantially secure position. The kit further includes an elongated support member having a lower end portion threadably attachable to a select one of at least one base member. The elongated support member extends substantially vertically and upwardly from the base member to a predetermined height, and includes a receiving portion extending substantially vertically along a length thereof and having a bottom surface. The kit further includes a flag having indicia printed thereon and including an edge portion selectively engageable with the receiving portion.

Abstract: A flag holder for vehicles—such as motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles—mounts on a generally horizontal panel having a bolt hole stamped, punched or drilled therein. For a preferred embodiment of the invention, the flag holder includes a cylindrical main body having an axially-aligned cylindrical aperture for receiving the staff of a flag. The holder also includes a hollow threaded retaining fastener that is coaxial with the cylindrical aperture. A staff ejector pin, retained within the hollow threaded retaining fastener, may be employed to eject a broken end of the flag staff. Two alternative embodiments are provided. The first utilizes a threaded main body and a hollow retainer bolt. The second utilizes a threaded hollow stud and a nut.

Abstract: An artificial wind producing flag pole assembly for providing airflow in windless conditions to display a flag in an unfurled position as if a steady wind was present. The artificial wind producing flag pole assembly includes a flagpole having a hollow interior. An air blower is coupled to a base of the flagpole for producing airflow into and through the hollow interior of the flagpole. A top portion of the flagpole has a plurality of holes to direct the airflow from the interior of the flagpole out towards a flag connected to the flagpole. The airflow coming out of the holes holds the flag in an unfurled position.

Abstract: A method and kit for mounting a flag to a flagpole includes providing a mounting kit having a flagpole, a sealed bearing with an inside diameter dimension selected to correspond to an outside diameter dimension of the flagpole; a tie; a flexible coupler and a flag with a sufficiently stiff pole-side hemmed edge extending between a top flag eyelet and a bottom flag eyelet to help hold the pole-side hemmed edge straight for full flag display purposes; and then, following the instructions within the kit, mounting the flagpole to a stationary surface, securing the sealed bearing to a top portion of the flagpole, passing the tie through the top one of the pair of flag eyelets to secure a top portion of the flag to the bearing with the tie; and securing the flexible coupler between the bottom one of the pair of eyelets and the flagpole, thereby mounting the flag for free rotation about the flagpole in windy conditions.

Abstract: A mechanical warning flag system for a water ski boat. A first plate is coupled for rotation underneath the rope pylon. A second plate is coupled to the first plate and includes a vertical portion with an arcuate opening. A lever plate is pivotally coupled to the vertical portion of the second plate and includes a lever arm that receives one end of a bias spring and travels in the arcuate opening. The lever plate includes a pair of rope holders through which the tow rope is threaded. One rope holder is part of the pivotal connection, and the other is located on a distal portion of the lever plate. Since the lever arm is located between the rope holders, tension applied to the tow rope forces the lever plate downward thereby lowering the warning flag. In the absence of rope tension, a bias spring urges the lever plate upward to raise the warning flag.

Abstract: An antenna fob is disclosed that comprises a main body portion and a socket. The socket extends into the main body portion and reduces in size as it does so and is configured and adapted to allow the free end of a vehicle's antenna to be inserted thereinto. An antenna assembly fob assembly is also disclosed which comprises a hollow exterior body portion and an antenna attachment member. The antenna attachment member and the exterior body portion are secured to each other via interlocking geometry of a rim of the attachment member and a channel of the exterior body portion.

Abstract: A golf flagstick with telescoping sections displays patterns, colors, or other visual indicators on sections. A given visual indicator may be displayed by extending a section or hidden by retracting the section. By extending and retracting combinations of specific sections, linear sequences of visual indicators corresponding to different hole positions on a golf green may be displayed to distant golfers, assisting the golfers in aiming drives to optimize ball placement.

Abstract: A flexible flag has a plurality of spiral shaped wire elements carried by the flexible flag body. The wire elements are mounted for rotation about generally parallel axes along a vertical support. Gearing between a motor and the elements rotates the elements. The elements have portions spaced from their end portions offset from the axes of rotation. Those elements are in phase or out of phase relative to one another. Rotation of the elements causes a rippling or waving effect in the flag simulative of a flag waving in the breeze.

Abstract: A flag holder designed to reduce the fraying of the trailing edge of a flag supports a flag with an upper fitting and a lower fitting. The upper fitting may be fixed with respect to the flagpole or, if desired, may rotate with respect to the flagpole. However, the upper fitting may not reciprocate with respect to the flag holder. The lower fitting may freely reciprocate with respect to the flagpole and, if desired, may be rotatable with respect to the flagpole. As soon as wind conditions exceed a desired threshold, the lower fitting begins to rise up the flagpole, moved by flexing of the flag, until it arrives at the location of the upper fitting, causing the body of the flag to assume an elongated generally U-shaped configuration which drastically reduces the snapping effect that would otherwise cause fraying of the downstream edge of the flag. As soon as wind conditions reduce, the lower fitting automatically lowers, causing the flag to be fully opened again.

Abstract: A luggage identifier for air and rail travelers uniquely identifies a luggage piece on a airport carousel or train station conveyer belt. A battery powered remote radio wave transmitter carried by the passenger sends a radio wave to a battery powered receiving and activating mechanism associated with the luggage piece. The transmitted signal triggers a latch release mechanism connected to a flexible flagpole that is held under spring tension in the collapsed state. Upon being triggered, the latch release mechanism releases the flagpole, which is driven to an extended state under spring power. Identifiers carried by the flagpole are thereby moved into a conspicuously visible position, which facilitates identification of the luggage piece. The identifiers can comprise LED lights mounted on the flexible flagpole, a colored puffball, a name flag, and a sound generation mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention is a one piece molded miniature flag holder used to display the smallest sized flags, banners or pennants on computers, cash registers, refrigerators, filing cabinets or walls and partitions for decorative purposes. The flag holder displays the flags, banners or pennants at a nearly vertical position, and can be attached to multiple surfaces with double-sided adhesive mounting tape, magnet strip tape, and/or Velcro™ hook and loop fastening system.

Abstract: An automatic rising flag assembly includes a bracket connected to a water vessel and an elongated flagpole. The assembly further includes a mechanism connected to the water vessel and the bracket so that the flagpole can be pivoted and maintained between up and down positions. Such a mechanism includes a plurality of electrical contacts disposed at a ski handle and which send a signal to the mechanism while a skier has a grip around the electrical contacts. When a skier lets go of their grip, the signal is cancelled and causes the mechanism to release the flagpole upwardly for notifying others of the downed skier.

Abstract: A golf club and golf pin stand having a main body support bracket and a pair of leg members which, when attached to a golf pin, supports the golf pin above the ground in a tripod configuration. The main body support bracket is adapted to connect to the shaft of the golf pin. The leg members are pivotally attached to the main body support bracket and move freely relative to the main body support bracket between a retracted position when the golf pin is in a vertical position and an extended position when the golf pin is in a horizontal position.

Abstract: A telescopic flagpole for reducing the manual force required to extend and secure multiple segments. The flagpole includes a plurality of segments including a bottom segment, at least one intermediate segment, and a top segment; a plurality of sleeve assemblies each positioned between an associated pairing of a relatively lower segment and a relatively higher segment; and a plurality of biasing members each urging an associate one of the segments toward an extended position.

Abstract: A flag assembly includes an elongated and rectilinear shaft having opposed end portions situated adjacent a ground surface. The shaft includes a banner attached to one of the end portions having surface indicia imprinted thereon. A protective cover member is provided with a centrally registered countersunk bore situated therebelow. A frusto-conical spring member having axially opposed first and second end portions is conjoined to another end portion of the shaft and extends downwardly away therefrom along a vertical plane respectively. A bushing having a monolithically formed lower portion provided with a tapered diameter is inwardly offset from a diameter of the shaft. The bushing further has an axially registered upper portion operably conjoined to the spring member and cooperating with the shaft such that the spring member can be resiliently adapted between compressed and equilibrium positions to absorb vertically channeled impact forces encountered during installation procedures.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a garment clamping device for bicycles, motor bikes or other transportation vehicles upon which a flag or banner may be secured and displayed. The clamping device comprises two generally rectangular shaped halves which are joined together by a hinge strap mechanism. Each half has at least one aperture and at least one corresponding mounting stud for clamping the two halves together. Further, each half has at least one barb and at least one corresponding aperture located on the other half for holding and supporting a display flag after the apparatus is clamped closed. Extending outwardly from the bottom of one half is a shaft and a clamping means for securing the apparatus to a tubular member or handlebar of a bike. In operation, a garment is placed on one of the halves and the device is manipulated into a closed position such that the mounting stud, barbs, and respective apertures are engaged.

Abstract: A visual device placed on a water ski that enables easy detection of the ski in various water and weather conditions. A reflective red flag attaches to a flexible spring that is attached to a rotator. A second spring attached to the rotator is connected to a counterweight to balance the flag. The rotator is rotatably coupled to a bracket that attaches to a water ski. In use, the device bends out of the way as to not interfere with the performance of the water ski. When the ski is not in motion, gravity causes the counterweight to move the flag to an upright position to allow visual detection of the ski.

Abstract: A flag assembly includes a base having a substantially planar bottom portion and an opening disposed medially thereof. The assembly further includes an elongated flagpole removably engageable with the opening. A plurality of brackets are connected adjacent an upper portion of the flagpole and an elongated arm is pivotally connected to one of the plurality of brackets. The assembly further includes a support shaft having first and second end portions with the first end portion being pivotally connected to the elongated arm and the second end portion being removably connected to another one of the plurality of brackets. A plurality of flag clamps are connected to the upper portion of the flagpole and the elongated arm for removably clamping a flag.

Abstract: A safety device is disclosed for cautioning passing motorists or pedestrians to the presence of a vehicle. One embodiment has a mount and a rigid standard affixed to the mount. The standard is extensible in length. The standard has at least a first section moving in relation to a second section to extend the length of the standard. Another embodiment of the standard telescopes in length to enhance visibility. This embodiment of the standard has a tubular cross-section and an inner section sliding within an outer section. The safety device attaches to the vehicle and cautions passing motorists or pedestrians.

Abstract: A pennant holder for attaching a pennant to a small pole, comprising: a pole holder made out of a plastic material in the shape of a cylinder having a closed end, the closed end being slit to form flaps that permit the pole to pass through the closed end of the cylinder while displacing the flaps and causing the flaps to grasp and hold the pole, the pole holder having an integral receiving U-shaped clip; and a pennant attachment having two mating halves that grasp the attachment end of the pennant and hold it along the length of the attached end, the pennant attachment adapted to fit into the receiving clip in the pole holder.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a garment clamping device for automobile antennas upon which a flag or banner may be secured and displayed. The clamping device comprises two generally rectangular shaped halves which are joined together by a hinge strap mechanism. Each half has at least one aperture and at least one corresponding mounting stud for clamping the two halves around an automobile antenna. Further, each half has at least one barb and at least one corresponding aperture located on the other half for holding and supporting a display flag after the apparatus is clamped around the antenna. Extending from one half is a cap for securing the apparatus atop the antenna. In operation, the device is positioned around an antenna and the mounting stud, barbs and respective apertures are engaged. Once engaged, the hinge straps form a cavity wherein the antenna is displaced.

Abstract: A fastener for temporarily fastening a length of wire to the ground includes a U-shaped member having leg portions, a bridge portion bridging the leg portions, and a mount portion arranged at one end of the bridge portion. One of the leg portions has a length greater than the length of the bridge portion, and the mount portion is adapted to receive a visual indicator for identifying the location of the wire. An interior surface defined by the bridge of the U-shaped member captures the wire when the leg portions are inserted into the ground.

Abstract: A flag extension and retraction system comprising an outer pole having a slot for receiving a flag, inner pole rotatably disposed in the outer pole, flag affixed to the inner pole, structure for securing the flag to the inner pole, retraction system for guiding the flag into the outer pole slot, guide sleeve for assisting with the alignment of the flag with the outer pole slot, rotation system for rotating the flag into the outer pole, and elevator system for raising and lowering the inner pole. The instant invention may also include an adjustable base, a plurality of prongs on the outer pole for assisting with guiding the flag into the outer pole slot, a cap attached to the top of the inner pole in a manner that receives the prongs into the cap and electronic controls.

Abstract: The rival flag is made from a sheet of material having a parallelogram shape. A diagonal line divides the parallelogram into first and second complementary, triangular-shaped pennants. Each pennant has indicia marked thereon representing one of two opposing teams. The indicia on the two pennants face opposite directions. Thus, when the rival flag is oriented such that the first pennant is on top and the second pennant is on the bottom, indicia on the first pennant is displayed right side up while indicia on the second pennant is displayed upside down. When the rival flag is oriented such that the second pennant is on top and the first pennant is on the bottom, indicia on the second pennant is displayed right side up while indicia on the first pennant is displayed upside down.