Abstract: A multi-functional handgrip comprises a pair of U-shape frames which are slidably engaged with each other through the insert and connecting block disposed at both ends. Each of the connecting block of the U-shape frame is provided with a spring member which provided a biasing force to the insert to be received thereof. A holding bar is disposed at the U-shape frames for grasping. The holding bar is provided with a plurality of projections at the outer surface and a permanent magent installed within the holding bar. A cover is attached to the connecting block to retain a stack within the connecting block. By this arrangement, the multi-functional handgrip facilitates an adjustment on the operating torque. Besides, the projections of the holding bar provide an excellent effect when the part of the body is massaged. A portable and compact handgrip is achieved.

Abstract: A handgrip for implements, utensils or tools, especially handtools and sporting implements, and particularly a screwdriver, has an elongated grip body formed at gripping regions engageable by the fingers or ball of a hand of a user with particles of inorganic or organic substances bonded to the grip.

Abstract: An attachment part for the interior of a vehicle, such as a hand grip (31) or sun visor (33, 37), has a receiving housing (4) adapted to grip over a bearing bracket (6) which is to be fastened to an attachment wall of the vehicle. The attachment part is swingably pivoted on the bearing bracket. In order to obtain a simplified mounting, the bearing bracket (6) is formed with a detent nose (9) which is adapted for passing through an opening (22) in the attachment wall (21) and for engaging behind the edge of the opening. Pivoted to the bearing bracket (6) is a detent lever (12) having an axis of rotation (13) directed parallel to the pivot pin (7).

Abstract: An improved thumbpiece for a power-driven knife is disclosed. The one piece thumbpiece includes an annular base portion and a thumb support portion disposed vertically above the base portion. The base portion is adapted to be mounted on an annular boss extending from the headpiece. The thumb supporting portion includes a thumb contacting surface which extends outwardly at an acute angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the base portion. The thumb contacting surface is patterned and is generally sinusoidal in profile and convex in cross section for supporting an operator's thumb in a partially flexed position along substantially the entire length of the thumb.

Abstract: A grip for a sculling oar having an elongated elastic tubular body with a truncated elliptical profile or shape. The tubular body has an open end for receiving an oar handle and an opposite closed end with a thumb depression contoured into the outer surface of the closed end. A plurality of contiguous finger grooves are formed circumferentially along the outer surface of the tubular body. The grooves extend diagonally across the elliptical portion of the body. An alignment mark is scribed on the truncated portion of the tubular body near the open end. The alignment mark is aligned with the convex face of the blade of the order to facilitate the rowing action.

Abstract: A handgrip for attaching to a link chain to shield a user's hand from injury caused by pinching a flesh, comprised of an elongated sleeve having diametrically opposed recesses therein. The recesses being open at their bottoms for the passing of a threaded fastener therethrough and through a link in the chain passing through the sleeve. A nut received in an associated recess and threaded to the threaded fastener.

Abstract: A handle structure for a stamping implement, such as a marking device, utilizing a base member having an outer surface which is easily gripable. The outer surface is capable of being contacted by least one of fingers II-V of the hand. A flange is linked to the base member and includes a ramped surface which is intended for contacting the thumb, finger I, of the hand. The base member and linked flange are connected to the stamping implement for use.

Abstract: An improved handle (14) for a walking stick or ski pole additionally serves as a vehicle for advertising. The improved handle has an inner part (26) and an outer part (28). The two parts are formed of different materials. Portions (18,20,22,24) of the inner part project outwardly through openings in the outer part, and are visible from the outside of the handle. The inner and outer parts are made of different materials.

Abstract: A method for adhesively bonding an at least partially hollow first member to a second member received interiorly of the first member. Adhesive is applied to the second member and allowed to attain a substantially nonflowable condition. The first and second members are positioned such that the first member at least partially overlies the nonflowable adhesive on the second member. The adhesive is reactivated and then cooled to adhesively bond the first and second members together. An adhesive dispenser for applying the adhesive to the second member is also disclosed.

Abstract: An ergonomically adjustable handle for attachment to the body of a tool has a handle member with first and second ends with an axis between. Provision for attaching the first end of the handle to the tool body allows rotation of the handle about the axis through the attachment point. A pivot point is located on the axis of the handle member near the first end and permits deflection of the second end of the handle with respect to the first end. In addition, an outer layer portion of the handle member near the second end may be rotated about its axis to provide a comfortable position for the ellipsoidal cross section of the handle. Finally, clamping provisions at the articulation point and the two rotation mechanisms secure the handle in the desired position.

Abstract: A golf club grip is formed of a hollow, inner socket and an outer jacket produced from different charges of thermoplastic rubber. The socket and jacket differ in stiffness characteristics, colors, or both stiffness and color. The outer jacket is molded onto the socket and bonded thereto throughout the surfaces of contact therebetween. The torsional stress on the jacket is transmitted to and resisted by the inner socket through the bonding that occurs throughout the interface between the jacket and the socket. Preferably, the socket has an inner socket core portion with a plurality of radially projecting protrusions. The structure of the jacket laterally surrounds the protrusions so that the outermost surfaces of the protrusions are exposed. The golf club grip is produced from a pair of identical mounting cores which are rotated between a pair of molding dies.

Abstract: A knife handle grip is provided which is receivable on the rear end of a utility knife. The utility knife includes a slidable blade mechanism for moving a blade longitudinally within the handle between a first position enclosed in the handle and a second position extending out and into the handle. The grip is receivable on the end of the handle which is opposite the end through which the blade extends. The grip includes an elongate sheath with indentations for receiving the fingers of a user and also includes a pair of flexible spacer flanges foldable into the sheath for retaining a knife handle therein.

Abstract: A slip control sheeting comprising a backing having first and second major surfaces with an array of protrusions on the first major surface and at least one of (1) a layer of adhesive on the second major surface and (2) a reinforcing web at least partially embedded in the backing. The protrusions are pyramids with triangular bases having a height between about 3 and 21 mils and the array is defined in part by a pattern of three intersecting sets of parallel grooves formed in the first major surface, the grooves defining three major axes of the sheeting.

Abstract: A tubular handgrip for attaching to link chain as a sleeve is made by joining a pair of identical semi-circular components around a chain. The mated components each has a post portion which extends transversely through a link in the chain to prevent the grip from slipping along the chain with the two components being mutually adjustable lengthwise to enable the spacing between post portions to be varied as necessary to accept any chain-link length.

Abstract: A cover for protecting golf club handles and the like from moisture and perspiration prior to use thereof and which absorbs moisture is disclosed. The cover includes an elongate tubular member having a closed end and an opposing open end. The tubular member is dimensioned to form a sleeve adapted to fit over the handle. The sleeve includes an outer shell formed of a substantially waterproof material. An inner terry cloth fabric covers a substantial majority of the inside surface of the shell. A retainer, such as a drawstring, is positioned at the open end of the sleeve for retaining the open end into secure engagement to the handle of a golf club so that the sleeve can be retained onto the handle when secured thereon.

Abstract: A tool handle cover includes a sheet having a pair of opposing slots formed therein which are juxtaposed to form an opening through which the shaft of a hook implement will project as the sheet is wrapped around the handle thereof.

Abstract: A stop device for placement over the extreme end of an elongated handle of the type used for a broom, mop, rake, or the like, which has a frictional outer surface so that when the handle is placed in an upright position against a vertical wall it is prevented from sliding off the wall to the floor or ground. The device is in the form of a sleeve having a circumferential score line medially thereon so that the sleeve can be severed along the score line to provide two separate stop members, either of which can be used with an elongated handle.

Abstract: Hand grips for the handles of devices such as motorcycles, tennis rackets, and guns can be custom-molded to fit exactly the contours of the user's hand. The grip has an inner layer that is thermoplastic and moldable at molding temperatures reached by heating with hot water or a hair dryer. An adherent outer, resilient, vibration-resistant layer is stable at these molding temperatures. The user heats the grip to molding temperature and then rapidly cools the outer surface to a comfortable temperature. The grip is then grasped by the hand while the inner layer is still at molding temperature. The hot inner layer conforms to the hand, becoming thinner under the fingers and thicker between fingers. The grip is cooled to ambient temperature and the inner layer retains its hand-conforming shape. The outer layer maintains its original thickness providing a fixed resilient cushioning layer over the custom formed inner layer.

Abstract: A laundry basket is disclosed, comprising four sides (4) and a bottom (5) which define an internal chamber (8). A handle opening (10) is formed in at least one of the sidewalls, proximate an upper rim (6). A handle body (12) spans the opening (10), along the rim (6). A gripping member (14) attaches to an underside of the handle body by overlapping flanges (18, 28). The gripping member (14) is upwardly concave, of relatively larger radius of curvature than the downwardly concave handle body (12). Together, the gripping member and handle body comprise a cylindrical handle assembly. The gripping member (14) is formed to provide spaced apart gripping ribs (26). Gripping ribs (26) are co-extruded with the gripping member (14), but are formed of relatively softer plastic material. Reinforcement walls (22) extend downward from the handle body (12) into the gripping member (14) and abut thereagainst for reinforcement.

Abstract: A protective sleeve for covering the handles of a dentist's light is formed of two flexible plastic panels joined at four edges and having an aperture cut therein to allow access to the interior of the sleeve. The T-shaped handle of the light is inserted into the aperture, which is preferably elliptical in shape, and the sleeve pulled onto the handle. The sleeve is pulled off the handle after completion of a procedure on a patient and a new sleeve is put on before treatment of the next patient, thus avoiding possible transmission of disease from one patient to another from contact with the light handle.

Abstract: A slip-resistant, flexible, cushioning cover for a handle, formed of an elastomeric tube having at least one open end, said tube having ribs on an outside surface. The ribs each have sidewalls extending from the outside surface, and a top wall extending between the sidewalls, forming an outer surface of the ribs. The outer surface of the ribs is concave and the junctures of the top surface and the sidewalls have sharp edges.

Abstract: A composite handle structure for a shaving system of the wet shave type includes housing structure with an array of spaced apertures extending between inner and outer faces of the housing structure, and compressible resilient insert structure having a durometer value of about 50 Shore A. The insert structure has a body portion and an array of projection portions integral with the body portion. The outer face of the body portion is seated against the inner face of the housing structure and the projection portions extend through the apertures in the housing structure to provide an array of soft, tactile, spaced portions that project above the outer face of the housing structure, the composite handle providing comfortable, secure and user-friendly gripping structure for the razor user.

Abstract: A grip for the handle of a hand held implement of the type that is comprised of a thin wall stretchable tubular member radially stretchable upon exposure to a vacuum which allows for insertion of a handle, the tubular member being sized and configured to contract into a tight friction fit with the handle when the vacuum is released. With this type grip, an outwardly flaring generally cup-shaped flange is formed integral with the tubular member at an open end. The flange has a maximum radial dimension relative to the tubular member's longitudinal axis, at least twice the minimum radial dimension of the tubular member. The flange is sized and configured so that its outer periphery can be provided with a stable cuff, that stable cuff being stretchable over a collar on a vacuum chamber without significantly stretching the tubular member during installation of the grip on the handle.

Abstract: A stabilizer is provided for attachment to the generally flat bar of a wood turning tool. The stabilizer comprises a generally cylindrical sleeve having a central axially extending slot sized to receive the flat bar of the tool. The tool and stabilizer combination is rotatably supported on a tool rest associated with a lathe, such that the combination contacts the tool rest at a point that is vertically aligned with any point along the cutting blade of the cutting tool, substantially eliminating any rotational torque that could otherwise be generated as the cutting tool is moved into cutting engagement with the turning wood.

Abstract: A universal handle for household and other hand-held implements, the handle being adapted to ergonomically render the implement to which it is applied useable by individuals who have diffculty in firmly grasping a conventional handle. The universal handle, which is fabricated of elastomeric material having good thermal insulation and cushioning properties, includes an internal cavity to socket the core shank of the implement. The handle has an elliptical cross section, the opposing sides of the handle adjacent its upper end each having a concave depression, in each of which an array of spaced, flexible fins is anchored to define a depressible grip site. When the fingers of a user's hand are clenched about the handle, the internal region of the resultant fist conforms to the form of the handle to provide a good grip thereon, the thumb and forefinger pressing into the grip sites to enhance the user's grip on the handle.

Abstract: A pull strap handle (10) for an automotive interior is fully cushioned by forming a foamed resin cushion (20) that is fit around and over both faces of a strap (15) for the handle. A backing bar (30) is then positioned to extend over cushion (20) and be spaced from strap (15), and a resin cover (25) is wrapped over the cushion and over backing bar (30) so that edges of the cover overlap adjacent the backing bar. Then a dielectric bonding bar (31) presses the overlapping edges of cover (25) against the metal backing bar so that the cover edges are dielectrically bonded together in a seam that preferably has the same surface texture pattern as the rest of the cover material, so as to be inconspicuous. Then backing bar (30) is slid endwise out from under cover (25), to leave the seam (32) spaced from strap (15) by the thickness of cushion (20) which can extend all around and over both faces of the strap. Handle ( 10) is then completed by forming the strap and providing end anchorages, as is generally known.

Abstract: A cushioned grip having a unitary tubular-shaped body portion with an asymmetrical off-center cross-sectional shape. The asymmetrical off-center shape provides increased cushioning on portions thereof while retaining a moderate sized circumference. The asymmetrical cross-sectional shape provides a first portion having a first thickness of cushioning material, a second portion having a second lower thickness of cushioning material and a third portion of further reduced thickness of cushioning material. The third portion of cushioning is provided with a flat surface to provide a positive and solid feel to the fingers while grabbing the grip. The center's curvature defined by the outside of the cross-sectional shape of the grip is displaced from the center of the inside portion which is generally circular and adapted to receive a hard round member such as a bicycle handlebar to be cushioned.

Abstract: According to this invention a composite razor handle having a rigid inner core of thermoplastic material and a moldable flexible resilient covering layer is provided. This flexible convering layer because of its flexibility, compressibility and initial deformability provides a comfortable secure surface for the razor user. The handle of this invention, due to its bicomponent nature, provides a limit for compressibility as well as the compressive resilience desirable by many users.

Abstract: A slip-resistant, flexible, cushioning wrap for a handle comprising a laminate suitable for covering the handle. The laminate has a base layer of cushioning, non-absorbent closed-cell foam having an outer layer of washable, grip-enhancing, random and open-cell foam laminated to one side and having a pressure sensitive adhesive applied to the other side. The laminate may be formed as a sheet or a tube. A sheet of laminate may be cut to conform to the contours of the handle and then wrapped about the handle with the edges either overlapping or abutting. A tube of laminate may also be formed to fit the contours of the handle.

Abstract: An external door handle for a motor vehicle with a cleaning device for removing dirt and slush which accumulates on the handle when the vehicle is driven on slushy or muddy routes or when the vehicle is stationary.

Abstract: The grip is comprised of a deformable cover formed of a thermoplastic material which is stable and semi-rigid at normal ambient temperatures and is soft and deformable when heated in boiling water. The cover is attached to an implement handle heated and deformed to the shape required by a specific implement user. The method of forming the grip includes the steps of coating the implement handle with a cover material, heating the implement handle until the material has become softened, and grasping an implement handle while the cover is soft and deformable, thereby causing the cover to be molded to a user's specific shape. The high coefficient of friction and the moldability of the material results in a superior grip.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for a kitchen article is provided permitting three distinct holding positions. For that, on its lower face, it has a first transverse groove and a second transverse groove spaced apart from each other and, on its upper face, an upper housing. The handle is formed of two successive non aligned sections.

Abstract: This invention relates to a rotational gripping device in the form of a torque handle which overcomes the problem of frictional slippage and provides mechanical rotational leverage. The handle includes a body portion having radially projecting rib members angularly displaced 120 degress about an axis of rotation. A rotational force is applied through the rib members by the user's hand and fingers. The rib member provide a positive no-slip drive. The torque handle is suitable for application to hand tools such as screw drivers, chisels, clamps, brushes, shovels, sports equipment such as rackets, baseball bats, golf clubs, boat oars and other similar implements.

Abstract: A releasably mountable hand grip adapted to be mounted to a handle(s) associated with a plastic bag, totebag, collapsible luggage, briefcase and the like is disclosed. The hand grip includes an elongated tubular body having an inner and outer wall and opposite open ends. Opposed curvilinear sections are formed by a longitudinal opening extending along the length of the body, so as to enable the body to readily receive the handle or handle straps through the longitudinal opening. Interior gripping elements are provided on the inner wall of the body for gripping an associated handle, while exterior gripping elements are provided on the outer wall of the body to enable a user to comfortably grip the elongated tubular body when mounted on an associated handle. In certain instances, the opposed curvilinear sections may be constructed to form flexible wing sections to expand over an associated handle wider than the width of the longitudinal opening.

Abstract: A safety tie down bar (10) is provided with a handle grip and a protection system (30) for use with a ratcheting winch type tightening device. The safety tie down bar (10) includes a longitudinally extended handle member (20) having a linearly directed section (21) and an angularly directed section (23). Each of sections (21) and (23) includes a ratchet end portion (22) and (24) respectively. Hand grip and protection system (30) includes a plurality of annular sleeves (32, 34 and 36) longitudinally displaced each from the other along handle member (20). First annular sleeve (32) functions alternately as either a hand grip member, when ratchet end portion (24) is inserted within the ratcheting device, or as a means for limiting the insertion depth of ratchet end portion (22).

Abstract: The invention relates to an infusion, stirring and hanging device for preparing beverage in a container comprising a porous bag made of a liquid permeable material containing an infusible substance, and a rigid, non-toxic unit having one section located within said porous bag and another section protruding therefrom, the protruding section having rigid or partially flexible hanging means, enabling the hanging of said device on the rim of said container.

Abstract: Disclosed is a grip-enhancing device for a shaft handle which includes a grip portion generally coaxial with the shaft and sized to be grasped generally around its longitudinal axis by the palm and fingers of a user's hand. The grip-enhancing improvement comprises a rigid first portion extending substantially radially outwardly from the grip portion and presenting a surface positioned to bear against an edge of the user's hand. The surface has a cross-section which is spaced radially from and extends obliquely with respect to the longitudinal axis of the grip portion. A rigid second portion extends from the first portion in a direction oblique to the longitudinal axis of the grip portion and toward the user's wrist. The grip portion, the first portion and the second portion define a gap in which the user's hand is partially captured, thereby preventing axial and lateral slipping of the hand from the handle and reducing fatigue to the user.

Abstract: A handle for a ramp includes a grip, a bridge spanning the two ends of the grip, and two legs extending from the bridge parallel to each other. The bridge runs at an angle with respect to the legs. The handle is comprised of a short section of an aluminum extrusion. A side rail has an end face angled to mate with the bridge, and also includes channels which slidably engage the legs of the handle. The side rail is an aluminum extrusion.

Abstract: An easily molded plastic handle is usable to quickly, firmly and reliably support and retain the narrow flimsy plastic handle strands of one or more plastic bags, and to close such bags.

Abstract: A cushioned handle structure for use in personal care appliances including two plastic understructure halves having outer and inner surfaces, each half having a plurality of holes running between the two surfaces. An elastomeric material is integrally formed as an overlay in contact with the outer surface and is integrally continued as plugs in the holes so that the overlay is held in position in contact with the outer surface by the plugs. The holes may be undercut proximate to the inner surfaces or be continued as channels on the inner surfaces to provide greater integrity.

Abstract: A knife according to the invention has a handle with improved flexibility and gripping characteristics. The tang embedded in the unitary handle has a series of spaced-apart flex sites at which the tang can resiliently bend. The handle is made of a resilient material which can flex in cooperation with the tang. The handle may further include a series of rows of flexible ribs as an improved gripping surface. The knife according to the invention can flex along its entire length and is well suited for use as a fillet knife.

Abstract: An outer door handle, for example for a vehicle, includes a stationary casing fixed to the door and a handle member movably mounted on the door adjacent the case and connected to the opening mechanism of the door. In order to improve appearance of the handle while maintaining good physical strength, either the handle member or casing is composed of a base portion formed of thermoplastic material having glass fibers, and a thin film laminated on the base portion, the thin film lacking glass fibers.

Abstract: A handle, suitable for knives and other implements, which provides for adjustable length blades, etc. comprises an outer portion of a resilient high coefficient of friction material surrounding an inner chamber of more rigid low coefficient of friction material into which a blade tang or the like may fit. The chamber is configured such that the high coefficient of friction material may be forced into close contact with a blade tang or the like to fix this in variety of different portions.

Abstract: Hand grips for applying to motorcycles, bicycles, tools, golf clubs, fishing rods, guns, crutches and the like can be custom molded to fit exactly to the contours of the user's hand. The grip is put in place and then heated with a hair dryer. The user grasps the hot grip and then releases it. The hot grip conforms or molds to the shape of the user's hand and retains that conformation upon cooling. The grip may incorporate special surface properties for comfort and adhesive and resilient inner layers for enhanced function.

Abstract: A handle for tools, specifically for screwdrivers, is disclosed. The handle consists of two materials of different hardness, of which the harder material supporting the tool is incompressible under the forces occurring at operational load, whereas the other material permits slight elastic deformations under forces of load. In order to obtain a hand-sympathetic design which nevertheless transmits high torques, the two gripping zones of softer material are situated adjacent to a gripping zone of harder material located between them.

Abstract: An implement handle is made for use by a crippled person, utilizing a cap adapted to receive an end of the implement and an initially flexible bag attached to the cap. Material in the plastic state is inserted into the bag, the material becoming rigid with the passage of time, and the bag is placed into the hand of the crippled person while the material is becoming rigid. The crippled person maintain a substantially constant grip on the bag during this process, whereupon the rigidified handle conforms itself to his particular grip.

Abstract: A handle for the handpiece of a meat trimming knife is a one-piece tubular-shaped hollow member provided with a contour formed by three distinct annular sections. A center section has a concave cross-sectional configuration with one of the end sections having a cylindrical configuration and the other end section having a convex cross-sectional configuration. A series of circumferentially spaced longitudinally extending grooves are formed in the convex end section. The grooves are generally truncated V-shaped in cross section. The bore within the cylindrical end section is flared outwardly providing a gradually curved smooth surface engaged by a flexible drive cable to reduce fatigue on the cable as it extends into the bore of the handle for rotatably driving a ring knife mounted on a blade holder attached to the convex end of the tubular member by an annular coupler.

Abstract: An elongated wrap-around flexible support apparatus for supporting the handle of a hand implement with respect to the wrist and hand of a user.

Abstract: A universal handle for household and other hand-held implements, the handle being adapted to ergonomically render the implement to which it is applied useable by individuals who have diffculty in firmly grasping a conventional handle. The universal handle, which is fabricated of elastomeric material having good thermal isulation and cushioning properties, includes an internal cavity to socket the core shank of the implement. The handle has an ellipticl cross section, the opposing sides of the handle adjacent its upper end each having a concave depression, in each of which an array of spaced, flexible fins is anchored to define a depressible grip site. When the fingers of a user's hand are clenched about the handle, the internal region of the resultant fist conforms to the form of the handle to provide a good grip thereon, the thumb and forefinger pressing into the grip sites to enhance the user's grip on the handle.