Attaching Means Extending Circumferentially Of Limb Patents (Class 224/222)
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Publication number: 20100327030Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable binder with a rotating frame, comprising a pedestal and a rotating frame, wherein the pedestal has a base and on both sides of the base, there is a lacing hole to be reeved by a binding tape, which can be used by tightening it around arms. An axle hole penetrates through the base to combine a coaxial connection shaft, and on the base, a supporting plate is established concavely on both sides to cover a proposed electronic device, while an axial part is established to interconnect the coaxial connection shaft on the supporting plate, and on the axial part, there is a rotation shaft that can be coaxially connected with the coaxial connection shaft. When the binding tape reeving the base is fastened around users' arms, the body of the rotating frame can be utilized to fix the electronic device, thus achieving the effect of making the electronic device portable when users go out.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2009Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventor: SHANG-WEN YANG
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Publication number: 20100320242Abstract: The invention concerns a holster which has a weapon part (10) for a weapon which is detachably connected to a fastening part (1), whereby the fastening part (1) has at least one connection device (21, 21?) and the weapon part (10) having a connection counter device (23) that acts in combination with it. The invention is characterized by an adapter (12) being detachably providable between the weapon part (10) and the fastening part (1), said adapter (12) having in the area of one of its ends a connection counter device (24) which corresponds geometrically to the connection counter device (23) of the weapon part (10) and having in the area of its other end a connection device (22) which corresponds geometrically to the connection device (21, 21?) of the fastening part (1).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2008Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventor: Gaston Glock
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Patent number: 7810683Abstract: A carrier includes a base and a clear plastic top member connected to the base via a plurality of spaced binding bands with a receiving space formed between them for holding a handheld video device therein, and an arm band extended across and releasably secured to a lower side of the base for binding the carrier around a user's arm. The binding bands are length adjustably connected at a proximal end to peripheral edges of the top member, and are provided on a back side with a hook fastener surface each for releasably securing to loop fastener surfaces provided on the lower side of the base.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2007Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Inventor: Te-Erh Chan
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Publication number: 20100237113Abstract: A money belt is disclosed herein. The money belt includes an ankle/foot band sized to be attached to an ankle and a money carrying mechanism that is attached to the ankle/foot band and adapted to carry and secure money, e.g., paper money, or other objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2010Publication date: September 23, 2010Inventor: Debra Brunelle Wright
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Publication number: 20100206924Abstract: An apparatus and system comprised of an upper strap, upper strap fastening members, a center strap, a lower strap, lower strap fastening members and a holster to support a bulb for a bulb drainage system.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2009Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventor: Sharon Brown
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Publication number: 20100200627Abstract: An ankle holster is provided which can be used to store and transport a tourniquet. The ankle tourniquet holster can feature a flexible strap that can be worn around a body part of a wearer. A pocket can be sewn or otherwise attached to one side of the flexible strap. A tourniquet can be inserted into the pocket of the ankle tourniquet holster. The ankle tourniquet holster can be attached and worn around an ankle of the wearer using one or more fasteners. When worn around the wearer's ankle, the ankle tourniquet holster permits the wearer to easily and quickly access the tourniquet for self-treatment of a bleeding deep wound or to treat another injured person while concealing the presence of the tourniquet and avoiding its interference with weapons or gear that are normally transported via attachment to a belt around the wearer's waist.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2010Publication date: August 12, 2010Inventor: Marc Shen
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Patent number: 7743999Abstract: A case for portable electronic device has a set of substantially rigid opposing faces mounted on a hinge that fold together to enclose the device. An internal electrical connection between the device and the case is used to provide an electrical access point on the exterior of the case. The external electrical connection is accomplished through a passive electrical connector positioned on the hinge that holds the opposing faces together. Additional active electronics and batteries may also be positioned in the hinge such that the case can be operationally linked with the device contained in the case. Since many portable electronic devices are dimensioned to be carried in pockets or purses, limiting the size of a protective carrying case can be crucial to gaining consumer acceptance. The case is particularly well adapted for use with a digital music player.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2006Date of Patent: June 29, 2010Assignee: Griffin Technology, Inc.Inventor: Paul Griffin
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Publication number: 20100155438Abstract: An armband carrier that includes a casing having a cavity configurable to receive and retain a personal media player, a pair of wings extending laterally and having a slot formed therein, and a strap passing through the slot formed in each wing. An armband carrier that includes a casing having a cavity configurable to receive and retain a personal media player, and a cord management structure at one end of the casing. An armband carrier that includes a casing having a cavity configurable to receive and retain a personal media player, and a storage structure having a re-sealable tube at one end of the casing.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2008Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: Halpin Design, LLCInventor: Chad P. Halpin
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Patent number: 7731069Abstract: Load carrying apparatus, comprising first and second elongated straps having end portions; multiple loops at each end portion, and located in planes defined by the end portions and spaced along the length of the strap, to define multiple openings, located in said planes, each strap having a mid-portion located between the strap end portions, and mid-portions of the two straps located to extend under a load to be carried, whereby the user can select which of the loops is to be extended over his forearm, for lifting the load by lifting force exertion to lift said strap mid-portions, there being at least four openings at the end portion or portions of at least one strap.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2006Date of Patent: June 8, 2010Inventor: Mark A. Lopreiato
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Publication number: 20100133306Abstract: Systems, devices and methods for tethering a person to a sports board are disclosed herein. An article of manufacture provides a flexible, shock-absorbing tether, having an integrated timekeeping device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2009Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: WHAM-O INC.Inventor: CHRIS MONROE
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Publication number: 20100078100Abstract: Embodiments of an appendage wallet having a variety of configurations to contain papers, currency, and small devices that are readably attachable and detachable from a region of a body appendage hidden beneath body clothing. Embodiments include vapor-blocking layers interposed between leather and other multi-layered constructions configured to restrict water vapor reaching wallet compartments storing currency, important documents, or water sensitive devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2009Publication date: April 1, 2010Inventor: John A. Orton
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Publication number: 20100059559Abstract: An athletic training sleeve includes a first piece of elastic material forming a tube of elastic material and a second piece of elastic material attached around a partial periphery thereof to the tube of elastic material to define a pocket therebetween. An opening of the pocket is defined between an unattached edge of the second piece of elastic material and the tube of elastic material. The opening of the pocket has a higher resistance to expansion than does a portion of the pocket.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2008Publication date: March 11, 2010Inventor: Andrew M. Given
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Publication number: 20100032462Abstract: An armband that holds an electronic device is presented. The armband includes a pouch which includes a window and an opening configured to allow an electronic device to be inserted into the pouch. The armband also includes an arm strap wherein the proximate end of the arm strap is coupled to the pouch, and wherein the arm strap includes: holes arranged in a specified pattern; loop cells at specified locations along the length of the arm strap; and a hook cell located at a distal end of the arm strap. The armband further includes a ring coupled to the pouch configured to allow the distal end of the arm strap to be passed through the ring and pulled toward the proximate end of the arm strap so that the hook cell can be coupled to one or more loop cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2008Publication date: February 11, 2010Applicant: Apple IncInventors: Gordon Cameron, Cameron Frazier
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Patent number: 7658307Abstract: The invention relates to a tool bag which can be carried next to the body of a person, the tool bag comprising at least one receiving element for at least one tool. The inventive tool bag respectively comprises a three-dimensional flexible safety chord for each tool associated with a receiving element. The chord can be fixed to the associated tool, and can be fixed to the tool bag in such a way that it can be extracted and automatically retracted by means of an extracting and retracting device.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2002Date of Patent: February 9, 2010Assignee: ZYRUS Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH & Co. Patente I KGInventor: Klaus Peter Skupin
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Publication number: 20090272774Abstract: The pocketed bicep cuff has retention on a bicep at a bulge area. The bulge area is designed to bulge with a human bicep. The bulging constricts the lower side and the upper side against the bicep so that articles in a pocket section do not move when the arm is moved. A zipper provides access to the pocket section. At the upper side, hook and loop tape secure the upper periphery against the muscle area where the bicep and tricep begin and are attached at the tendons to the bone. Preferably, a looped tape sleeve with a buttonhole provides adherence to hook tape which secures the upper side to the bicep. The upper opening is substantially circular when in use conforming to a bicep upper portion. The bulge area also bulges downward at the tricep so that articles are held against the bicep.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2008Publication date: November 5, 2009Inventor: Allen Craig
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Patent number: 7571839Abstract: The present invention relates to a load bearing apparatus, and more particularly, to a passive exoskeleton whereby a load may be placed on the passive exoskeleton and thereby transfer weight of the load from the passive exoskeleton to a ground surface. The passive exoskeleton comprises a rigid body member for attaching proximate a portion of a user's body, a sliding rod attached with the body member, and a ground surface engage-able foot analog attached with the sliding rod. When a user places a load on the body member, weight of the load from is transferred from the body member, through the sliding rod, and into the foot analog, causing the passive exoskeleton to support at least a portion of the load.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2004Date of Patent: August 11, 2009Assignee: HRL Laboratories, LLCInventors: Conrad Chu, Andy Chu
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Publication number: 20090179053Abstract: A medication carrier to be worn on the leg, ankle, arm or wrist of an individual is provided. In its preferred embodiment, the carrier comprises a continuous sleeve of stretchable, breathable and washable material with a vertical, column-like pocket constructed on the exterior portion thereof for carrying one or more auto-injectors. Preferably, the column includes a fastener which securely holds the medication, such as an EpiPen auto-injector, in the pocket. Preferably, the carrier includes an elastic portion with a sticky material, such as silicon, inlaying the inner lining of the upper band, at the top of the sleeve to further prevent slippage. Accordingly, when worn by the user, the invention provides a comfortable method of carrying medication, such as an auto-injector.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2008Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventors: Maureen Cooney, Kimberly W. Hartman
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Patent number: 7527182Abstract: A method of fabricating a bow supporter adapted to be worn on the lower leg of an archer above the archer's foot comprising providing a support base having a pocket forming member projecting forwardly for supporting the lower end of an archery bow; and providing a hook device having a terminal end projecting in an opposite direction relative to the pocket-forming member and defining a rearwardly open hook socket positioned for free receipt of a bow cable or string to cooperate with the pocket-forming member to support the bow from above the pocket-forming member in a rest position.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2004Date of Patent: May 5, 2009Assignee: Get Outdoors Hunting L.L.C.Inventors: Eric P. Sherwood, Scott A. DeVuyst
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Publication number: 20090090753Abstract: A wearable wallet has an elastic multi-part strap strung through two holes in the wallet, one hole in a cover flap over the wallet compartment opening and one hole in the bottom of the wallet back. The strap is composed of two conjoined loops forming an elongated “figure 8” where one loop is small and one loop is large. The small loop is just big enough to allow the large loop to be inserted through, causing the large loop to be divided into two parts. These two parts function as securing loops which can be variably proportioned and wrapped in a variety of useful ways, allowing the wallet to be easily reconfigured for wearing as a small purse dangling from a strap, as a wallet attached by elastic straps directly to an arm or hand or leg, or attached to a belt or some strap on clothing.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Inventor: JillAnn Tremblay Irvin
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Publication number: 20090057356Abstract: A configurable wrist or arm worn camera harness (1a) that facilitates convenient carry, access, and secure use of a camera during participation in a physical activity. Camera harness (1a) is comprised of an adjustable strap system for attaching harness (1a) to operator wrist or arm and a coupling system for attaching, one at a time, cameras of various shapes and sizes to aforementioned harness (1a) in a either a manner that allows camera to be moved pivotably while attached to harness (1a) and operator or in a manner that secures camera in a fixed, non-pivoting position. A clasping system is incorporated to harness (1a) to secure camera in a first secure flat carry position on operator wrist or arm. Clasping system can be released by operator to allow camera to be pivotably moved upright into a second secure position for the purpose of taking a photograph.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2008Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventor: Nicholas D. Woodman
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Publication number: 20090057357Abstract: An armband that holds an electronic device is presented. The armband includes a pouch which includes a window and an opening configured to allow an electronic device to be inserted into the pouch. The armband also includes an arm strap wherein the proximate end of the arm strap is coupled to the pouch, and wherein the arm strap includes: holes arranged in a specified pattern; loop cells at specified locations along the length of the arm strap; and a hook cell located at a distal end of the arm strap. The armband further includes a ring coupled to the pouch configured to allow the distal end of the arm strap to be passed through the ring and pulled toward the proximate end of the arm strap so that the hook cell can be coupled to one or more loop cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2007Publication date: March 5, 2009Applicant: APPLE INC.Inventors: Matthew Dean Rohrbach, Jonathan Ive
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Publication number: 20090039121Abstract: This invention is a bracelet and/or anklet used to carry a cell phone either on one's wrist or on one's ankle. The invention is made out of a stretch material strap stitched to a stretch material pocket where the cell phone is stored. This invention replaces the cumbersome approach currently used by people who carry their cell phone in a holster attached to their waist or clipped to pocket books, articles of clothing, etc. This invention offers a new concept in carrying a cell phone for the young and old. An easily fastened strap with a Velcro type material on one end, and a buckle opening on the other end, provides for a conveniently worn bracelet or anklet. The pocket will be stitched onto the strap and fit along the wrist or ankle for easy access and style.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2007Publication date: February 12, 2009Inventor: Joseph Leo Paul
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Publication number: 20090020570Abstract: A carrier includes a base and a clear plastic top member connected to the base via a plurality of spaced binding bands with a receiving space formed between them for holding a handheld video device therein, and an arm band extended across and releasably secured to a lower side of the base for binding the carrier around a user's arm. The binding bands are length adjustably connected at a proximal end to peripheral edges of the top member, and are provided on a back side with a hook fastener surface each for releasably securing to loop fastener surfaces provided on the lower side of the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2007Publication date: January 22, 2009Inventor: Te-Erh Chan
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Publication number: 20080223892Abstract: According to one aspect of the invention an article carrying device is provided for carrying articles on the arm of a user. The article carrying device has a bag, with at least one strap extending transversally across a portion of the bag such that the user can insert his arm between the strap and the bag to retain the article carrying device thereon. The strap is made of an elastic material thereby expanding to allow the arm to be inserted and contracting to secure the article carrying device thereon. According to another aspect of the invention an article carrying device is provided wherein the article carrying device has a bag with an opening extending longitudinally through the bag to define a sleeve. The sleeve is made of an elastic material and may be tapered to further fittingly receive a user's arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2008Publication date: September 18, 2008Inventor: Maggie Hamilton
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Publication number: 20080223889Abstract: A system for carrying apparatus for personal use for example portable sound reproduction apparatus, on a limb is disclosed. The system includes a bracelet adapted to fit around a limb of the user, a casing including a cavity shaped and dimensioned to receive the apparatus itself therein, and a cable or lead storage unit including a necked configuration around which one or more cables or leads may be wound for temporary storage. The casing and cable or lead storage unit can each be attached to the bracelet or attached directly to one another. The bracelet may be of slap bracelet construction.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2008Publication date: September 18, 2008Applicant: Addonit LimitedInventors: William John Charles Rossell, Jonathan Lam
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Publication number: 20080217369Abstract: A band adapted to be worn on a limb of a person or animal includes a fabric member and an elastic member attached to the fabric member. A first half of a fastening system is attached to an inner surface of the elastic member, and a second half of the fastening system is attached to the fabric member on the outer surface thereof only around a portion of its perimeter so as to define a space between the outer surface of the fabric member and the second half of the fastening system, the space adapted to be used as a pocket. The band is adjustable to accommodate limbs of various sizes by adjusting a position along the second half of the fastening system where the first half of the fastening system is detachably connected.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2008Publication date: September 11, 2008Inventor: Alexander Sloot
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Patent number: 7410083Abstract: The traffic ticket book holder has a main body connected to a protective flap by a top panel and connected to a front cover by a bottom panel. A pair of zipper tracks connects the right and left sides of the main body, front cover and bottom panel together. Main body, front cover, top panel, bottom panel and the zipper tracks define a generally rectangular shaped ticket compartment that carries a number of traffic ticket books and tickets. An elongated belt strap is releasably attached to the traffic ticket book holder for suspending the traffic book holder from the belt of the user. A flexible thigh strap is attached to the main body of the traffic ticket book holder to the upper thigh area of the user and a thigh adjustment piece to provide adjustment of the thigh strap for varying thigh sizes.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2005Date of Patent: August 12, 2008Inventor: Glen Reid
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Publication number: 20080178977Abstract: A combination metering band and wallet device is disclosed. The device includes an elongate band sized to extend about an appendage of a user. The band has first and second end portions disposed opposite each other, a first outer surface adapted for outward orientation when the band is in position about the appendage of a user, and a second inner surface adapted for inward orientation adjacent the skin of a user. An attachment mechanism is disposed at the first and second band end portions for selectively securing the band about the appendage of a user. A fastening mechanism is disposed on the band first outer surface for securing a metering device thereto. A wallet case is secured to the band first end portion and includes a plurality of at least two pocket elements. Each pocket element defines an interior pouch and has an end opening for providing access to the interior pouch, the end openings and pouches being accessible when the band is attached about the appendage of a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2007Publication date: July 31, 2008Inventor: Brain W. Nauman
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Patent number: 7353974Abstract: A body-mounted holder apparatus includes a rack member which includes bottom rack portions, riser rack portions extending upward from the bottom rack portions, and top rack portions supported by the riser rack portions. Strap members are connected to the bottom rack portions for securing the rack member to a user. A clamp assembly is connected to the top rack portions for holding a game call device. The strap members are used to encircle a portion of the user's body, e.g. a user's thigh, for securing the rack member to a user's body, leaving a free hand for carrying a weapon. The riser rack portions prevent a call device that is being supported by the apparatus from contacting the user and having its sound muffled thereby. Preferably, the strap members include first hook-or-loop connectors and complementary second hook-or-loop connectors.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2005Date of Patent: April 8, 2008Inventor: James D. Arndt, III
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Publication number: 20080078791Abstract: A food packet assembly consists of a wristband having at least two slots, formed by elements of an elastically expansible material, and a carbohydrate energy gel pack securely, but removably, held in each of the wristband slots.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2006Publication date: April 3, 2008Inventor: Denise J. Toce
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Publication number: 20080047989Abstract: The purpose the gun lap rack is to bold a rifle or shotgun in place on your lap, while riding an all terrain vehicle, (ATV). It works by placing a gun lap rack on each thigh with the opening toward your body, using the adjustable quick release straps. Then attach it around your thigh. Next, place a shotgun or rifle across your lap in the opens of each lap rack and secure the gun with the Velcro straps that are attached. This product allows the hunter to carry the gun across his or her lap, hands free; allowing quick access to your gun while riding the (ATV). The gun lap rack allows a quicker access than other ATV racks, and reduces shock to the scope, thus reducing misalignment.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2006Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventor: Jerry Sutphin
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Publication number: 20080047990Abstract: The present invention is an arm pocket attached by “V” configured straps allowing a wearer's arm to comfortably and securely support the pocket worn. A storage body may contain dual flaps extending over the top of the arm pocket when opened, and extending below the arm pocket when unlatched. The pocket can contain a “touch-through” vinyl window to allow portable music player operation without removing the player from the secured arm pocket. Various pocket/strap sizes and hook and loop strap configurations, along with many material compositions suitable for every occasion with added security provided by the compressible split-end strap that fold back over the double-loop sizing device. Utilizing visco-elastic memory foam-type padding sculpted to mirror the arm's natural contours, the arm pocket wearer can also comfortably and securely carry heavy items.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2006Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventors: Mark Edward Morgan, Jytte Lilli Nielsen
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Publication number: 20080011794Abstract: A sleeve holding apparatus includes a main portion having a first end and a second end opposite to the first end, first and second VELCRO or magnetic coupling portions disposed at the first and second ends of the main portion, respectively, and at least one weather and water-resistant pocket disposed on the main portion between the first and second ends.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2007Publication date: January 17, 2008Inventor: Mark Tyson DANIEL
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Publication number: 20080006659Abstract: An article carrier used to carry various personal items, such as money, credit cards, keys, passports, and the like. This article carrier is to be used in conjunction with an elastic material, such as a garter. The garter would encircle a body part, such as a thigh, ankle, wrist or bicep and would contain a device for attaching the article carrier to an inside portion of the garter-type device. A type of ornamentation, such as a flower or feathers, would in turn be attached to a portion of the outside of the garter-type material to render the article carrier inconspicuous.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2006Publication date: January 10, 2008Inventor: Rotha Williams Cain
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Patent number: 7308994Abstract: A holster secures a turkey call to a hunter's leg or arm freeing up one hand for supporting her/his shotgun or bow. A series of serrations on an external face of an annular retainer ring engage serrations on an internal surface of a cylindrical upper portion of the holster to retain the retainer ring and the encircled turkey call engaged with the holster. A reverberation chamber in the lower portion of the holster has an angled reflecting surface to bounce the sound vibrations emanating from the turkey call out an opening in the opposing side wall.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2004Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Inventor: Robert J. Vanicek
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Publication number: 20070235493Abstract: A personal electronic device carrier having a pocket portion that includes a front layer and a back layer wherein a portion of said layers are attached together about their edges so as to allow said device to be removeably inserted into said pocket portion, wherein said front layer is made of a flexible transparent material so as to allow operation of said device when positioned in said pocket, and wherein said back layer includes a loop layer wherein a portion of said back layer and loop layer are attached together so at to create a looped portion; retaining means fixedly attached within said pocket portion for detachably retaining said device in said carrier; strap means attachable to said carrier for securing said carrier to an object; and jewelry attachment means for attachment of personal effects to said carrier.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2007Publication date: October 11, 2007Inventor: Gary Lovette Fortson
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Patent number: 7243824Abstract: A holder for a portable wireless instrument has a pocket portion to contain the portable wireless instrument. The wireless instrument has a vibration function announcing an incoming call. A band portion fastens the pocket portion on an arm of a wearer. A vibration transmitting member is arranged on the rear portion. Both sides of the vibration transmitting member project from the inside and the outside of the rear portion of pocket. Thus, the vibration transmitting member contacts the holder for a portable wireless instrument and the arm of a wearer. Vibration of the portable wireless instrument is transmitted to the arm of a wearer of the portable wireless instrument via the vibration transmitting member.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2003Date of Patent: July 17, 2007Assignee: Tabata Zoen Kensetsu Kabushiki KaishaInventor: Yasuji Tabata
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Publication number: 20070145087Abstract: A tether having an elastic member which provides an unstretched length having a first part and a second part with the first part of the unstretched length having less elastic resistance than a second part of the unstretched length to alter characteristics of stretch and recovery toward the unstretched length under load and unloaded conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2006Publication date: June 28, 2007Inventors: Kenneth W. Mikesell, Michael J. Bible
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Patent number: 7195140Abstract: A holster for attaching to an leg of a user and holding a hammer in a position which provides complete freedom of movement of hands and feet of the user and which permits the user to remove the hammer with the same hand employed to use the hammer. The holster is made from a rod-like, slender, and elongated material, and includes an attaching portion attaching to the leg of a user and a holding portion extending from the attaching portion and cradling the head of the hammer therein, with the handle of the hammer extending upwardly therefrom, with the claw of the hammer extending replaceably through one side of the holding portion, and with the bell/poll of the hammer extending replaceably through the other side of the holding portion.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2004Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Inventor: Victor M. Marinelli
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Patent number: 7168601Abstract: An apparatus is provided for packaging fasteners such as screws, that is to be worn by a user. The packaging device includes a tray with a plurality of wells, each well accommodating the shank of a respective fastener. An attachment device is used for securing a tray to a user. In a preferred dispensing method, fasteners may be dispensed from the tray using a magnetized screwdriver bit which is placed over the head of the fastener, followed by withdrawing the screwdriver bit with the fastener magnetically attached.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2003Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: Systemation, Inc.Inventor: William V. Goodhue
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Patent number: 7124921Abstract: A modular personal carrying system for facilitating the carrying of objects by a user. There may be included a first personal carrying device configured to removably attach to the user. There may also be a second personal carrying device configured to removably attach to the user. Also, there may be a removable container configured to removably attach to the first personal carrying device and to the second personal carrying device and configured to contain an object therein. A first personal carrying device may be a backpack. A second personal carrying device may be a belt. The backpack and the belt may be configured to attach to each other. There may also be a leg belt. Also, there may be a second removable container that may be configured to removably attach to a bottom surface of the removable container and also to a bottom surface of the backpack. The first removable container may be configured to removably attach to the bottom surface of the backpack.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2005Date of Patent: October 24, 2006Inventor: John Hubbell
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Patent number: 7121587Abstract: A wearable book. A wearable book, comprising a plurality of pages and a loop adapted for encircling a body portion for attaching said pages to the body, is provided. The pages are preferably bound together at one edge and preferably are of substantially the same size. The loop preferably has at least about 50% elasticity for stretching the loop over a second body portion such as a hand having a substantially larger circumference than a first body portion such as a wrist, and thereafter snugly circumferentially contacting the first body portion to secure the book in place.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2004Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Inventor: Julia B. Mark
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Patent number: 7093770Abstract: A device for dispensing scent onto the ground from behind the ankle of a user during walking to attract animals. The device is comprised of a flat, rectangular body having first and second opposed sidewalls; a flexible cord; and a scent source. The body contains an aperture at a first end and a slit at a second opposed end. The slit provides access to a pocket enclosed by the sidewalls of the body. During use, the cord is inserted through the aperture of the body and detachably secured around the ankle area of a user. The scent source is located in the slit and pocket of the body. As the user walks, the body makes contact with the ground and the scent source, maintained in close proximity to the ground surface, dispenses animal scent attractant to the ground from behind the ankle area of the user.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2005Date of Patent: August 22, 2006Inventor: Tony Kenneth Moran
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Patent number: 7048162Abstract: Described is a carrier of articles for wearing around a forearm. The carrier includes a carrier body having a top side, a center portion, and an end portion on each side of the center portion. The carrier also includes means for fastening the end portions to each other when the end portions are wrapped around opposite sides of the forearm to secure the carrier to the forearm. A strap extends across at least a portion of the top side of the carrier body and is attached to the top side at a plurality of locations such that a compartment is defined for receiving and holding an article between the strap and the center portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2003Date of Patent: May 23, 2006Assignee: Rebecca Rachael DesignsInventors: Rebecca Rachael Frye, Daniel Clark Hartwell
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Patent number: 7004111Abstract: An animal reward dispensing apparatus for attaching to an animal trainer's forearm, the apparatus having a dispensing tube defined about a longitudinal axis, the dispensing tube having at least a first and second attaching straps for attaching the dispensing tube to the animal trainer's forearm. The dispensing tube also having a first and second spaced apart ends defining an interior cavity, and a spring located inside the interior cavity of the dispensing tube and positioned between the first and second ends of the dispensing tube.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2004Date of Patent: February 28, 2006Inventor: Keryl Olson
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Patent number: 6923485Abstract: A container for containing an amount material or another container. The container includes a support for engaging an arm of a user. The container also includes a handle. The apparatus also can employ an adjustable handle, adjustable from a first position to a second position. The container is particularly suited for drywall administrators and builders.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2003Date of Patent: August 2, 2005Inventor: Todd Bauswell
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Publication number: 20040262342Abstract: The camcorder support includes an arm/wristband which completely envelopes the arm and wrist to minimize relative movement there between. A thumb hole is provided, permitting the arm/wrist band to cover most of the hand while providing free finger and thumb movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2003Publication date: December 30, 2004Inventor: Christopher Robert Pringle
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Publication number: 20040251285Abstract: A Wrist-mounted Storage Box Assembly is disclosed. The device has a substantially rigid, durable box that attaches to the user's wrist securely. Within the rigid box, there is a pouch for retaining and organizing a variety of different personal objects of the user. Still further, the device/assembly includes one or more straps, etc. for holding a cellular telephone to the pouch, within the box. Finally, the device/assembly has one or more apertures formed within the box to provide for the phone antennae and earphone cable, if desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2003Publication date: December 16, 2004Inventor: Jessica O'Neill
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Publication number: 20040226973Abstract: A one-hand-holding aid for tablet personal computer (PC) mainly includes a handhold member pivotally connected at a proximal end to a back of a tablet PC. The handhold member is provided at the proximal end with a tightness-adjustable fastening band for conveniently binding around a user's wrist or elbow. The user may stably and safely hold the tablet PC with only one hand by gripping at the handhold member and binding the fastening band around the wrist or elbow, and turn the tablet PC to any desired direction and angle during operation without the risk of dropping the tablet PC. Even with the handhold member, the tablet PC may still be used on a desktop and connected to a keyboard as desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2003Publication date: November 18, 2004Applicant: Adomax Technology Co., Ltd.Inventor: Tsung-Ching Kao
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Patent number: 6817498Abstract: A skate mounted receptacle device (10) including a receptacle member (20) provided with a curved bottom (22) having a pair of spaced mounting apertures (23) dimensioned to receive a short strap member (40) for attaching the receptacle member (20) to the laces (201) of a skate (200); and, further including an independent lid member (30) having a contoured top (31) provided with a mounting slot (38) dimensioned to encircle the receptacle member (20) and the circumference of the shoe portion (205) of the skate (200) to releasably secure the lid member (30) to the receptacle member (30).Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2002Date of Patent: November 16, 2004Inventor: Darcy Spratt