Abstract: An enclosure for an electronic device that includes a connection port aperture located in at least one edge, a rear face, and/or a front face of the enclosure. As will be described herein the connection port aperture may be sized to prevent interference with electronic device accessories, and more particularly card readers, which are operatively coupled to the electronic device through a connection port in the electronic device. As such, the connector port aperture allows for the secure connection between the accessory and the electronic device without the enclosure interfering with the accessory, which reduces the strain and vibration associated with use of the accessory, and in particular, with the use of cards with card reader type accessories.

Abstract: A solar knife that is used as a cutting or chopping tool that includes handle scales that have reflective shallow parabolic outside surfaces that can be used to ignite combustible materials using solar energy. The solar knife has a tinder holder blue print machined into its surface and also has an angled tinder holder mounting hole. Using the tinder holder blue print on the invention and the cutting edge of the solar knife, the user can fashion a precision tinder holder in the field using a tree branch or twig. The fashioned tinder holder is then inserted into the tinder holder mounting hole which allows the tinder to be held firmly at the exact focus of the parabolic outside surface of the handle scales where it is ignited using only energy supplied by the sun. The solar knife also includes sacrificial anodes to minimize metal oxidation.

Abstract: An article carrier has a first member including a top side and a first arch. The first arch optionally is for receiving a first article. The article carrier also has a moveable second member connected to the first member. The second member is moveable from a first position connected to a lateral side of the first member and to a second position where the moveable second member is not connected to the lateral side. The moveable second member may retain a second article on the moveable second member in the second position. The second member may capture a temple bar of a pair of glasses on the second member.

Abstract: An article carrier has a first member including a top side and a first arch. The first arch optionally is for receiving a first article. The article carrier also has a moveable second member connected to the first member. The second member is moveable from a first position connected to a lateral side of the first member and to a second position where the moveable second member is not connected to the lateral side. The moveable second member may retain a second article on the moveable second member in the second position. The second member may capture a temple bar of a pair of glasses on the second member.

Abstract: An apparatus to allow a one-handed operation of mounting a vibration sensor to a mounting pad adhered to a machine. An attachment screw includes a recessed socket with a detent to releasably retain a ball-end hex driver such that the driver can remain coupled to the attachment screw without force being applied by the user. Also, a handheld device includes a driver having a handle portion and a driver shaft extending therefrom, the driver shaft having a driver portion at a distal end, and a vibration sensor support configured to support the vibration sensor such that the driver portion has access to an attachment screw threaded through the vibration sensor, and coupled to the driver such that the vibration sensor support is rotatable around a longitudinal axis of the driver shaft and slidable along a longitudinal portion of the driver shaft.

Abstract: A collapsible compact touch-type keyboard for mobile devices. The keyboard includes a plurality of separate parts that together form a keyboard with keys large enough to allow efficient touch-typing. The plurality of parts includes at least a first and a second base each retaining a plurality of keys. A wireless transmitter exists within at least one of the parts to send keyboard events to a computer.

Abstract: A dynamic load carriage system having a movable support member having one end coupled to a load carrier for supporting being worn or carried by an individual and another end coupled to a base belt for supporting the load carrier is disclosed.

Abstract: A support, holding, and/or carrying apparatus, especially for a device that has an elongate and movable arm which serves as a support, holder, or carrier, therein the arm includes a hose provided for receiving a gaseous or liquid medium, which hose, when it has received the medium under pressure, is elastically bendable, and provided at the ends of the hose are elements for connecting the element to another part of the carrying apparatus and/or to the device. The elements are flanges connected gas-tight to the ends of the hose; preferably at least one of the flanges is provided with a valve for filling the hose with the medium.

Abstract: A piggyback duffel apparatus and system provide a modular apparatus that expands a storage capacity of a backpack and includes a detachable piggyback duffel bag that may have a vertical strap to attach to loops on a side of the backpack.

Abstract: A device that assists in the holding and releasing of a cast net when thrown for fishing is herein disclosed. The device replaces the traditional practice of holding the edge of a casting net in a fisherman's mouth while throwing. The device is made of a section of synthetic cord wherein each end of the cord is attached to the outward leg of a clip mechanism, thus forming a loop configuration. The loop is then placed around the fisherman's neck with the clip mechanism hanging in a downward configuration. The cast net is then prepared to throw but instead of placing the edge of the net in the mouth, it is secured within the jaws of the clip. The net is then cast and as the net travels away from the fisherman, it pulls away from the clip resulting in a perfect cast.

Abstract: A quick-release attachment mechanism includes a body, a strap coupled to the body, and a tab coupled to a free end of the strap. The body includes a first end and a second end, each having a front and rear surface. A strap can be coupled proximate to one of the ends of the body so that a free strap end is hingeably movable with respect to the body. A tab can be coupled to the free end of the strap such that a free end of the tab is positionable between a first and second configuration with respect to the body. In the first configuration, the tab free end is folded over the end of the body such that the body is between the strap and the tab. In the second configuration, the tab free end is folded between the strap and the front surface of the body.

Abstract: A holder for holding an electronic device on a wrist includes a band which can be connected around the wrist and a case connected to the band for holding the electronic device securely. The case includes a first receptacle and at least one second receptacle. The first receptacle is used for securing the electronic device to the holder. The at least one second receptacle receives at least one accessory of the electronic device.

Abstract: An adjustable apparatus (e.g., a case or sleeve) for carrying a portable electronic device may include a back wall, a right wall, a left wall, and a front wall. The back wall may include right, left, bottom and top edges. The right, left and front walls may each include a free end and an attached end opposite the free end. The right wall's attached end may be joined to the back wall closer to the right edge than the left edge. The left wall's attached end may be joined to the back wall closer to the left edge than the right edge. The front wall's attached end may be joined to the back wall closer to the bottom edge than the top edge. The free ends of the right and left walls may be repeatably and adjustably coupled to the front wall via securing features, such as hook-and-loop fasteners.

Abstract: A backpack includes a body having a closure portion which defines an opening through which an interior region of the body can be accessed selectively. In the opened position, end portions of the closure portion are extended away from one another, permitting access to the interior region. In the closed position, end portions are moved toward one another, inhibiting access to the interior region. A cord coupled to the strap assembly and to the end portions of the closure portion has a first configuration which permits movement of the closure portion to the open position, and a second configuration which inhibits extension of the end portions of the closure portion away from one another. A method for securing a backpack in a closed position includes positioning the cord in the second configuration, which permits drawing of the closure portion to a closed position.

Abstract: An electronic mobile device support apparatus includes a plurality of generally tubular finger receivers disposed adjacent a rear surface of an electronic mobile device. Each of the plurality of finger receivers defines a passageway configured to receive a corresponding finger of an electronic mobile device user such that the electronic mobile device is supportable thereby.

Abstract: An article carrier has a first member including a top side and a first arch. The first arch optionally is for receiving a first article. The article carrier also has a moveable second member connected to the first member. The second member is moveable from a first position connected to a lateral side of the first member and to a second position where the moveable second member is not connected to the lateral side. The moveable second member may retain a second article on the moveable second member in the second position. The second member may capture a temple bar of a pair of glasses on the second member.

Abstract: Electrical energy is transcutaneously transmitted from an external charger to an implanted medical device, wherein the external charger includes a charger head that is positioned on the patient to align with the implanted medical device for efficient charging. To secure the charger head in alignment with the implanted medical device, a belt with a buckle is provided for securing the charger head. The belt is adjustable in length by sliding end portions of the belt through a buckle and joining respective fabrics on the belt. The position of the buckle can also be adjusted for ease of patient use. Additional features of the belt provide for heat management to improve patient comfort and an additional strap to further adjust the length of the belt.

Abstract: A handheld electronic device grip is provided. The handheld electronic device grip includes a loop and a mounting structure. The loop is configured to receive at least one finger of a user, and the mounting structure configured to attach the loop to at least one of a handheld electronic device and a handheld electronic device case. The mounting structure is also configured to orient the loop so that a central axis of an opening of the loop is generally transverse to a longitudinal direction of the handheld electronic device or the handheld electronic device case.

Abstract: A user interface securing assembly for securing a user interface at the front of a user-wearable garment. The assembly includes a flap having a first edge for joining to the front of the garment to form a generally horizontal hinge line, and a second, opposite, edge which may be free. A user interface securing device is connected to the flap between those edges, the flap being swingable about the hinge line between a closed position wherein the flap lies against the garment and an open position wherein the flap extends away from the garment with the securing device facing upward. A fastening device releasably fastens the flap in its closed position.

Abstract: A protective holder for the iPhone®, iPad®, iPod Touch™, electronic books, electronic tablet computers and other portable devices having a frontal LCD, OLED, touch screen, or other display that employs a form-fitting backplate with corner frames for cradling the device while leaving the entire frontal aspect unobstructed is disclosed. The holder may include a series of contoured side grippers on each side of the backplate for clamping the device in place without obstructing the LCD screen (or access to it for cleaning or otherwise). The holder may include a fully-adjustable kickstand for upright hands-free viewing of the device at several landscape and portrait angles and the holder may also include a built-in moveable directional sound reflector and noise shield improves audio performance, and a detachable belt clip allows belt wearing. The holder has an extreme slimline folded profile to facilitate pocket insertion, minimize bulk and create an eye-catching aesthetic.

Abstract: One design embodiment of a holder for a container which may be comprised of a connector band (44) that connects to holder band eye brackets (31), in which strap bolts (40) that are held in place by strap bolt heads (41) and strap bolt nuts (42) retain fastener straps (35) that connect through release buckles (39) to fasteners (36, 38). The container may be attached to the user or a host device using a variety of easily configurable methods, as required by the intended use, including but no limited to the use of fasteners with integrated strap adjusters (36) or fasteners that attach the holder to belts, straps or webbing, by the use of fasteners (38) which include direct attachment points to integrated release buckles (39). The design embodiment allows easy attachment, use and deployment of containers in a variety of environmental conditions and situational uses, including but not limited to the carrying of gas supplies for underwater divers.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to fashion accessories designed and made from traffic cone rubber, more particularly related to Bracelets, Key Chains, Necklace Pendants, Earrings, Rings, Wallet, Belts, Zipper Pulls, Belly Button Piercing, Bookmarks, Bra, Door Hanger, Cell phone/Beeper/Pager Holder, Ipod Case, Cell Phone Charm, Wall Mask, Winter Hat/Beanie Hat, Baseball Cap, Tie, Hoodie, Satchel Bag, Sneaker, Decal Snaps, Money Clip, Magnet, Backpack, Watch Band, Relief Carving, Eyeglass Case, Headband, Coaster, Car Decoration, Ornament, Pet Products, Hair Clip, Change Purse, Purse, Pins/Buttons, Anklet, Lanyard, Nose Piercing, Charms, Button, and Cufflinks.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a lightweight portable laptop work-surface enclosed inside of a carrying-case. Metal brackets allow the carrying case to open at a 90-degree angle providing a slide-out work-surface for use of a laptop. The slide-out work-surface has eight rubber-coated metal clips that secure the laptop in a desired position. Shoulder strapping is attached to the carrying-case when the user is operating in a standing position.

Abstract: A system for storing one or more stringed-racquet vibration dampeners on an article of apparel so that they are easily accessible during game play is disclosed. In disclosed embodiments, the vibration dampener is detachably secured to an article of footwear by way of an opening in the upper of the shoe, such as at the tongue or the like. The dampening device may provide surface ornamentation thereon, such as a logo, other indicia, or a color scheme selectable by the wearer.

Abstract: A strap device has a first guide having a first slit (7a), a third slit (7b), and an intermediate member (3b) defined therebetween; a single strap (11) connected at one end to the intermediate member (3b); and a second guide (5) that is movably provided opposite the first guide (3), on which a second slit (9a) and a fourth slit (9b) are formed, and that has an intermediate member (5b) defined between the second and fourth slits. The other end (11b) of the strap passes through the second slit (9a), the fourth (9b), third (7b), first (7a), and second (9a) slits in that order. When the other end (11b) of the strap is drawn away from the second guide (5), the strap is pulled out to three times the original length, and when the second guide (5) is drawn away from the first guide, the strap becomes the original length.

Abstract: A finger holder for electronic accessories. The device allows a user to hold a product without the product dropping or slipping from a person's hands.

Abstract: As discussed herein, an enhanced camera transport system and method includes a strap and coupler. The coupler is configured to engage with an attachment point on a camera otherwise reserved by engagement with a camera stand such as a tripod, monopod, or the like. Following general camera construction, the attachment point is found on the bottom of the camera. In some implementations, the coupler is slideably attached to the strap to assist with repositioning of the camera from a transport position to a picture taking position. Other implementations include an enclosure for storage of the camera while not being used.

Abstract: A carrying device includes a cushioning bag having two side walls pivotally coupled together for allowing the side walls to be folded toward each other and for receiving an electric facility between the side walls, and a closing device for openably closing the cushioning bag in order to stably retain the electric facility within the cushioning bag, the cushioning bag includes an air envelope for engaging with the electric facility and for cushioning and protecting the electric facility. The cushioning bag includes an outer layer and an inner layer having an outer peripheral portion secured together to form the air envelope.

Abstract: An improved carrying apparatus that utilizes mechanical principles to transfer a load from in front of a user over the shoulder of a user, down the back and around the torso of a user, to the stomach area where a portion of the load is supported by the stomach muscles of the user. The apparatus may include a load attachment member configured to be positioned in front of a user.

Abstract: A private civil security subscription mechanism serves to facilitate the procurement of civil security provisions for corresponding authorized beneficiaries. These provisions are provided in a container having an electric light incorporated therein. The electrical light may provide various types of light from a variety of power sources. Authorized beneficiaries are thereby provided predictable access to electrically provided light and civil security provisions.

Abstract: A collapsible bag or container includes first and second major pockets separated by a connecting web into which a metal frame is removably inserted. Alternatively, a plastic or rigid board member is substituted for the metal frame. Loops and handles project through the web for attachment of a carrier strap or manual handle.

Abstract: Described is a carrier system comprising a releasable adjustable fastening mechanism and a serpentine article engaged in the releasable adjustable fastening mechanism. The serpentine article is fixedly attached to itself to form a loop of strap, the strap extending in two directions from the loop.

Abstract: The method of detecting plastics material, in particular for a postal sorting installation through which articles pass, is intended to distinguish automatically between articles having an outside surface made of plastics material and articles having an outside surface made of paper. The method consists in moving each article past an electrostatic generator, and then past a member for evaluating electrostatic charge so as to compare the charge on the article with a reference value in order to detect whether the article is a plastics article or a paper article. The method increases the reliability of detection.

Abstract: A medication inhaler is provided with a lanyard that is formed into a wearer neck encircling loop. A wearer is thereby able to carry the medication inhaler about his or her neck so that it is readily at hand in the event of an asthmatic or allergic attack. The lanyard may be looped directly about the inhaler and secured thereto by a cinch, slide, slipknot, or some other means. Alternatively, the lanyard may be connected to a socket designed to receive and capture the inhaler. A releasable coupling is provided with a pair of mutually engageable and separable coupling elements. At least one of the coupling elements is connected to the lanyard so that if the inhaler becomes caught or snagged on some object, the coupling members will separate to prevent injury to the user. Preferably the lanyard is formed with a pair of opposing ends at which the mutually engageable coupling members are located. In this way the coupling members will separate if either the lanyard or the inhaler becomes caught on some object.

Abstract: A stick-on flexible condom package which contains a condom sealed therein has a rear surface on which adhesive is applied. The adhesive is contacted with a skin portion of a user for adhering the condom package to a skin portion of the user to maintain the condom package readily available for use. The adhesive may be a layer applied to a rear surface of the condom package, or may be a double-sided (double coated) adhesive member applied to the rear surface of the condom package. The double-sided adhesive member may have a foam central layer which is resilient and flexible, to improve conformability of the condom package to surface contours of the body of a user.

Abstract: A tool holder comprises an upwardly open receptacle (10) intended to be attached to the clothing of the user. According to the invention one receptacle part (19) is hinged (31) to a plate (11) which is freely pivotable about the hinge location and which is provided with a plurality of slots (12,13,14) arranged to co-act with straps (15,16) or like means to form loops (17) of selected size for holding further tools.

Abstract: A cartridge magazine hanger adapted for quick removal of a magazine therefrom using only one hand. The magazine is supported by engagement of at least one of its feed lips with a support on the hanger. The hanger can be attached to the clothing or equipment of the user or it can be mounted on a firearm, a vehicle, a boat, an aircraft, or a stationary structure. The hanger is also capable of serving as a cover to protect the feed mouth of the magazine against entry of extraneous matter, or against damage.

Abstract: The invention comprises an improved ring and swivel combination for attaching a toy such as a Yo-Yo or spinning top to the operator's finger. The ring includes a flexible strap for adjustable attachment to the finger. Preferably the strap comprises a portion of woven hooks and a complementary portion of woven loops such as that sold under the VELCRO trademark. The swivel comprises a cup attached to the strap and having a carefully formed hole in the cup bottom. The string attached to the toy passes through the hole and is knotted inside the cup. The knotted string and cup forms an effective swivel to prevent wind-up of the Yo-Yo or spinning top string.The toy accessory may be used to control model race cars and model airplanes by using a pair of toy accessories attached to two fingers to replace the conventional dual control handle. The swivels allow the operator to guide the model in a circular patch without turning around to prevent wind-up of the pair of guide lines.

Abstract: This invention is a device that, in effect, extends the pelvic bones to support the load-bearing of a person or to carry other loads applied to the suprapelvic structure and therefore to reduce forces resultant on the lumbosacral area by transmitting part of the load through the device to the pelvic and infrapelvic structures and then to the floor. A heavy belt is shown around a person's waist which supports a pair of brace or support members mounted thereon. Each brace or support member is shown positioned at the person's side so as to be in operative relation with the pelvic girdle. Each of the brace or support members serves as a rest for the adjacent elbow of a person when a weight is being lifted or carried by the hands.

Abstract: A belt attached hanger for supporting key chains, measuring tapes and other devices from the pants support belt of the user. The hanger includes a flexible closed loop having a vertical opening in the back thereof intermediate the opposite side edges thereof. The loop encompasses the belt with one of the belt loops of the trousers extending through the opening in the back and engaged over the belt to lock the loop at a specific point on the belt with respect to the trousers. A wire support is engaged in the bottom of the loop below the belt and has an eye for attaching the devices to be supported by the loop.