Flaccid Strap-type Holding Means Extending Across Or About Article Patents (Class 224/250)
  • Patent number: 11654312
    Abstract: A harness includes a shoulder support having a back member, a shoulder strip, an underarm strip, and a chest strip. The underarm strip and the chest strip connect to an underarm connection. A tether connects to the underarm connection at a tether first end. At a tether second end, a tool connection is configured to connect to a tool and a support connection is configured to connect to a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Inventor: Weston Kay
  • Patent number: 11377039
    Abstract: Present systems and methods are directed to a ride system that includes a personal electronic device (PED) holding system for a ride vehicle. The PED holding system includes a lock that is configured to move from an unlocked configuration to a locked configuration to lock a PED of a passenger of the ride vehicle to the ride vehicle during a ride cycle. The PED holding system also includes a charging system that is configured to charge an energy storage component of the PED during the ride cycle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2022
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: John Charles Ugrin, David Gerard Majdali
  • Patent number: 11330892
    Abstract: The present invention provides a backpack structure for easily loading a large item having column shape or “T”-shape that cannot be put into a storage space of a backpack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Inventor: Ted Hwan Yoo
  • Patent number: 10993885
    Abstract: A bottle holder includes an anchor arm a grip loop, and a rigid member. The anchor arm includes a plurality of bends and a plurality of segments. A segment is a portion of the anchor arm between two adjacent bends of the plurality of bends. At least two segments of the plurality of segments of the anchor arm each include a snap aperture. The grip loop forms a bottle aperture for holding a bottle disposed at a proximal end of the anchor arm. The rigid member is disposed at a distal end of the anchor arm. Each snap aperture of the at least two segments of the plurality of segments of the anchor arm are configured to receive the rigid member. In some cases, the grip loop, the anchor arm, and the rigid member are made of a single piece of elastic silicon material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Inventor: Katherine Fernandez
  • Patent number: 10986913
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved stethoscope holder for receiving a stethoscope during movement from various medical locations which includes a holder, an elongated strap secured to the holder and operable between an open and a closed position, a conical pocket, a fastening mechanism including a pair of fasteners, the fastening mechanism releasably securing the elongated strap in the closed position, the pair of fasteners aligned along an axis of symmetry and a clip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Inventor: Kolton Alexander
  • Patent number: 10869569
    Abstract: A purse storage hook (1) having a C-shaped body (2) that is placed over an edge of a table or counter. A bottom support strap (6) extends from a bottom horizontal arm (4) of the purse storage hook and may be wrapped around one or more purse handles (16) to act as a sling that supports the purse handles and distributes pressure along a predetermined length of the purse handles. A protective cover (22) protects a purse from spills while hanging from the purse storage hook or while being carried.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2020
    Inventor: Donna L. E. Lehtonen
  • Patent number: 10626898
    Abstract: A holder includes an elongated base having a first end, a second end and a fastening strap extending from the first end of the base to the second end of the base. The fastening strap extends around a device. A first accessory securement loop is disposed around the base for receiving a first accessory therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2020
    Inventor: Kerri Cleveland
  • Patent number: 10471296
    Abstract: A portable exercise apparatus utilized for exercising, stretching, and training multiple muscle groups of the body of a user. The apparatus is adapted to be worn about the waist or carried as a bandolier about the user's body. The apparatus has at least one releasably closable pocket and fixation rings for securing and carrying accessories, such as attachable handles, suspension lines, and elastic bands. The apparatus and methods of use provide the user with a plurality of configurations for assisted exercise regimens and the flexibility to exercise anywhere.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2019
    Assignee: GOWOA LLC
    Inventor: Colin M. Burkinshaw
  • Patent number: 10455926
    Abstract: A carrying case that is adaptable to carry a variety of devices of different sizes and to attach to a variety of things. The carrying case includes a main panel and a tail strap, each manufactured from a substantially thin flexible material. Hook portion and loop portions are provided at predetermined locations on the top and bottom surfaces of the main panel and tail strap and the folding of the main panel and tail strap and securing of hook portions to loop portions forms the carrying case around a device to be carried.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2019
    Inventor: Edward Valpey
  • Patent number: 10426247
    Abstract: A surfboard carrier assembly is provided including first and second ring assemblies. Each ring assembly includes a circular loop made of an elastic cord. Preferably, the circular loop's circumference can be adjusted. In addition, each ring assembly includes a cover which can be manipulated into a hollow doughnut shape so as to encapsulate a circular loop. Moreover, each ring assembly includes a pair of straps for affixing a ring assembly to a vehicle roof rack cross bar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Inventor: Cecily Mitzev
  • Patent number: 10421408
    Abstract: A sun visor fitting for holding sunglasses or other objects in a readily accessible position along the face of sun visor includes a body having a mounting section, a visor pin, a first clip and a second clip projecting from the first clip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: John Andrew Stakoe, Ahmad Miqdadi, Ryan Kurrle, Daniel Ryan Bechlem, Michael Murphy McElroy, Andrew Dayton Phillips
  • Patent number: 10383429
    Abstract: A drop-prevention tool harness for pistol-grip hand tools includes a sleeve member sized to be installed around a gear housing of a pistol-grip hand tool and one or more tool body straps each defining a flattened closed loop that extends around a wall of the sleeve member and extends to a rearward end portion spaced apart from the sleeve member. A tether strap is connected to the rearward end portion of each tool body strap and has first and second tether strap portions that extend to respective first and second tether strap end portions each defining a closed loop. The first closed loop is sized to permit passage therethrough by the second tether strap end portion and cinched against the pistol-grip hand tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2019
    Assignee: Ty-Flot, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrell A. Moreau, Andre W. Moreau
  • Patent number: 10210852
    Abstract: An ukulele strap that works on ukuleles with or without strap buttons installed is disclosed. The apparatus bypasses the need for a strap button, adhesives, or hooks by cinching around the waist of the ukulele and provides full support so that a user can let go of your ukulele with both hands. It also has the option of being converted into a strap with will work with a strap button if a ukulele has that option.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2019
    Inventor: Melissa Nannen
  • Patent number: 10168122
    Abstract: A holster includes a first panel and a second panel fixedly attached to the first panel so as to define a receptacle for receiving a firearm. A plurality of first fasteners are fixedly coupled to at least one of the first and second panels. The plurality of first fasteners are structured to engage a corresponding plurality of second fasteners on an inside surface of a bib of a pair of bib overalls so as to removably couple the holster to the bib.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2019
    Inventors: Frances Cash, Robert W. Cash
  • Patent number: 9986815
    Abstract: A drop-prevention tool harness for pistol-grip hand tools includes a sleeve member sized to be installed around a gear housing of a pistol-grip hand tool. A tool body strap defines a flattened closed loop that extends around a wall of the sleeve member and extends to a rearward end portion spaced apart from the sleeve member. A handle strap is connected to the rearward end portion of the tool body strap and has first and second handle strap portions that extend to respective first and second handle strap end portions each defining a closed loop. The first closed loop is sized to permit passage therethrough by the second handle strap end portion. An optional handle band is sized and constructed to be installed around the handle strap and hand grip of a pistol-grip hand tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Assignee: Ty-Flot, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrell A. Moreau, Andre W. Moreau
  • Patent number: 9976755
    Abstract: An expansion tank recovery apparatus for use in extracting a thermal expansion tank includes a container body having a closed bottom wall and an upstanding side wall that together define an interior area configured to selectively receive the expansion tank. A pair of support strap assemblies is coupled to sides of the side wall and extend upwardly. Upper ends include hook portions that are selectively coupled to an overhead fluid pipe to which a thermal expansion tank is coupled. The support assemblies are length adjustable such that the container body is selectively lowered from the hook portions when respective position adjustment mechanisms are actuated and the support assemblies are operatively lengthened. In one embodiment, the position adjustment mechanism is a ratchet strap. In use, the container body may be positioned beneath the expansion tank, the tank disconnected from the pipe, received into the container body, and lowered to the floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2018
    Inventor: Kenneth G. Coyle
  • Patent number: 9930956
    Abstract: A radio retention device designed to provide a secure attachment into the back of the majority of portable radios. A clip strap attaches through a belt loop that locks with a clip strap male buckle and a clip strap female buckle. The clip strap is attached to a radio strap which is then attached to a radio male buckle. The radio male buckle snaps into a radio clip which is secured to the back of a radio. A user of the radio retention device can attach the device to the radio and holster providing a secure attachment that will not interfere with the use of the radio. The device can also be embedded into a new holster (FIG. 4) by securing the radio strap directly to the inside of the holster. The security of the device will ensure that the lifeline of communication will not be removed from the professionals that use portable radio systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2018
    Inventors: Dominic Anthony Dannan, Robert Puertas
  • Patent number: 9849325
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an adjustable strap apparatus and methods of instructing a patient to perform an exercise using the adjustable strap apparatus. An apparatus according to embodiments of the present invention includes a strap, a plurality of hook patches and a plurality of loop patches joined thereto. A hook patch and a loop patch of the present invention are removably engageable to form pull loops from ends of the apparatus and to form a pull belt between the pull loops. A therapist may instruct a patient to perform a mobilization exercise or a stretching exercise by forming pull loops about extremities of the patient and pulling on the apparatus without grasping to exert a stabilization force or resistance force upon a part of the body of the patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2017
    Assignee: Heartfelt Designs, Inc.
    Inventor: Cheryl Faust Robinson
  • Patent number: 9808666
    Abstract: A portable exercise apparatus utilized for exercising, stretching, and training multiple muscle groups of the body of a user. The apparatus is adapted to be worn about the waist or carried as a bandolier about the user's body. The apparatus has at least one releasably closable pocket and fixation rings for securing and carrying accessories, such as attachable handles, suspension lines, and elastic bands. The apparatus and methods of use provide the user with a plurality of configurations for assisted exercise regimens and the flexibility to exercise anywhere.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Inventor: Colin M. Burkinshaw
  • Patent number: 9615642
    Abstract: An apparatus adapted for use within a luggage item is described which comprises features for conforming to and surrounding one or more objects of various sizes and shapes. The apparatus, which may be removable, further includes features for protecting items from damage due to impact, abrasion, contamination, and other undesired effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2017
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: James Bergh, Eric Michael Onno Bergman, Thi Phuong-Nam Bagley
  • Patent number: 9565922
    Abstract: An attachment system for supporting holders on a carrier, including a platform with a front side having slits in a pattern of vertically aligned and spaced apart rows, for receiving one or more elongate straps in a vertical interlocking manner for supporting a holder against the front side, a back side opposing a surface of the carrier enclosing a generally flat pocket, the slits extending through the platform, defined and bounded by edges cooperable to form a barrier to passage of particulates through the slits while allowing passage of flat straps or tabs for interlockingly securing a holder against the front side and maintaining the barrier to passage of particulates through the slits about the straps, and the back side of the platform including a first fastening component of a hook and loop fastening system and the tabs including a second component fastenable to the first to secure the tabs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Assignee: FirstSpear, LLC
    Inventors: Michael E. Cole, Scott J. Carver
  • Patent number: 9460693
    Abstract: A guitar strap including lasso-like connectors at either end, allowing the strap to be fastened to the guitar by placing the sliding loops over the guitar's strap-buttons and pulling tight. A pull-tab near the sliding eye on the sliding loops is used to pull the loop back open and disconnect the strap end from the guitar. An elastic ring incorporated into the pull-tab stretches over the button head and fastens onto the button to prevent the sliding eye from loosening open when there is no tension on the strap. Each connector is positioned in a sling formed by folding a length of the strap band. The strap band has soft loop material on its surfaces and a section of hook tape fixed to either end to facilitate adjustment of the overall strap length. The tape adheres to nearly any location along the top surface of the band, allowing the length of the strap to be adjusted quickly in large or small increments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2016
    Inventor: Craig Mynatt
  • Patent number: 9451819
    Abstract: A tool cinch is provided for securement to a tool, the cinch then being connectable to a lanyard for preventing the tool from falling if dropped before, during, or after use. The cinch includes radially projecting wings that are secured to the tool with tape or the like to further buttress securement of the tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: Python Safety, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Mathews, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9392863
    Abstract: Disclosed is a portable article carrier for carrying and securing portable articles such as mobile phones, cameras, radios, tools, and water bottles; where the device can be secured to a belt, strap, or harness that is optionally worn by a wearer. The portable article carrier can be assembled from a folded flexible strap member and a loop member. The loop member can be flexible, non-flexible, or elastic. The portable article carrier can be configured to present a seamless surface to the portable article in order to minimize surface damage or wear to the portable article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: SIMPLE.BE LLC
    Inventor: Brett Hamilton
  • Patent number: 9339101
    Abstract: A fixation module is disclosed, which is disposed in a groove at a corner of an electronic device casing. The fixation module includes a buckle and a fixation element with both ends serving as a first elastic fixation portion and a second elastic fixation portion respectively. A junction is disposed between the first elastic fixation portion and the second elastic fixation portion and connected to the buckle. The first elastic fixation portion and the second elastic fixation portion are clamped at a position corresponding to the junction, so as to keep a relative distance between the first elastic fixation portion and the second elastic fixation portion smaller than an interval between two opposite ends of the groove. By utilizing an elastic restoring force between the first elastic fixation portion and the second elastic fixation portion, the fixation element can be engaged onto a sidewall of the groove.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2016
    Assignee: Twinhead International Corporation
    Inventor: Cheng-Hung Sung
  • Publication number: 20150144670
    Abstract: Holders having multiple, adjustable straps are disclosed herein. According to an aspect, a holder includes a first adjustable strap having mating connectors. The holder also includes a second adjustable strap having other mating connectors. Further, the holder includes a third adjustable strap attached to the first adjustable strap at a first position and attached to the second adjustable strap at a second position distal from the first position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2014
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Inventor: Nicholas Millington
  • Patent number: 9010591
    Abstract: A device for carrying bottles includes a holding ring (2), in whose interior a container, in particular a bottle or a can (beverage can), can be accommodated. An annular loop (3) is assigned to the holding ring (2). The lower loop-like area (4) can be rubberized on the inside and can hold the container from below. The upper loop-like area (5) of the annular loop (3) is used to carry the device (1) together with the container in the hand or placed over a shoulder of a user. The annular loop (3) is firmly connected in an area (7) to the holding ring (2); conversely, another area (8) of the annular loop (3) opposite to the fastened area (7) can be moved relative to the holding ring (2) (arrow 9).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Inventor: Bernhard Paulitsch
  • Patent number: 8998052
    Abstract: This is a skateboard carrier strap that is designed in a manner to that of a waist belt. This is a skateboard carrier strap that is worn in said manner when not appropriating a skateboard. It is a carrier body strap in its separated state [FIG. 2] having a lower carrier body strap 10a member and an upper carrier body strap member 10b. Additionally there are loop straps 12 members located and attached at each end of upper member carrier body strap and lower member carrier body strap. Alternatively there are VELCRO (hook&loop) fastener open loop straps with high friction adhesive inlay, making this skateboard carrier suitable to appropriate multiple dimensions of long boards, skate boards and deck boards. The essence of this present art; it is a skateboard carrier strap designed and styled to be worn like a fashionable belt, when not being used to appropriate a skateboard. It is a no bulk, unobtrusive skateboard carrier suitable and desirable to those skilled in the present art.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventor: James Dunstan Mitchell
  • Publication number: 20150076193
    Abstract: A multifunctional utility belt attachment apparatus includes a radio-holster swivel and a drop-leg extender. The radio-holster swivel that secures a carry case for a two-way radio or any other communication device is connected atop the drop-leg extender. The drop-leg extender secures additional equipment to the multifunctional utility belt attachment as a quick release mechanism of the drop-leg extender accepts the additional equipment. The quick release mechanism provides easy access to the attached equipment so that the users are able to carry the two-way radio and the additional equipment on his or her utility belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventor: Jeffrey Thomas Bratcher
  • Patent number: 8973795
    Abstract: A multifunctional strap system for portable electronic devices having a case and a strap on the back of the case. The case securely holds a protective electronic device while allowing access to all necessary features of the device. The strap securely couples a user's hand or other personal effects to the device. The strap may also be attached to a clip that removably attaches the strap to the bottom of the device. The detachable clip of the strap allows the strap system to loop around and be secured onto an object. The case may have an insert that can be used as a kickstand or a protective cover of a card held into place by the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Inventors: Herbert Chiu, Jr., Wilfred Medel
  • Patent number: 8967375
    Abstract: A travel case for elongate items such as skis, golf clubs, snowboards, or the like comprises an elongate bag having a pair of hard sided end sections longitudinally spaced from a hard sided center section. Between each end section and the center section is a respective soft sided intermediate section. The hard sided end and center sections provide protection for the case contents at the vulnerable locations of those contents. The soft sided intermediate sections, made of collapsible and supple material, provide the advantage of reducing the weight of the overall case, and the suppleness permits the end sections to be folded in on the center section when the case is open along its length to educe the length and the required storage space for the case when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Athalon Sportsgear, Inc.
    Inventor: Andrew Nitkin
  • Patent number: 8945032
    Abstract: An orthosis support is disclosed that includes a belt having a connector to close the belt in a continuous loop, a belt attachment member receiving the belt, and a strap extending from the belt attachment member. The strap has a first end and a second end and is closable as a loop with at least one of the first and second ends releasably connectable to the strap itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: Innovative Accessory Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel W. Nevels, E. Veronica Nevels
  • Publication number: 20150014376
    Abstract: A radio retention device designed to provide a secure attachment into the back of the majority of portable radios. A clip strap attaches through a belt loop that locks with a clip strap male buckle and a clip strap female buckle. The clip strap is attached to a radio strap which is then attached to a radio male buckle. The radio male buckle snaps into a radio clip which is secured to the back of a radio. A user of the radio retention device can attach the device to the radio and holster providing a secure attachment that will not interfere with the use of the radio. The device can also be embedded into a new holster (FIG. 4) by securing the radio strap directly to the inside of the holster. The security of the device will ensure that the lifeline of communication will not be removed from the professionals that use portable radio systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Inventors: Dominic Anthony Dannan, Robert Puertas
  • Patent number: 8905275
    Abstract: A lightweight and compact alpine ski and snowboard carrying device which supports a pair of alpine skis and, in the alternative, a snowboard, in a vertical position along a user's back and which rolls up for storage in a pocket, along with a method for using the present device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Inventor: Ron L. Klein
  • Publication number: 20140346201
    Abstract: A hands-free portable work surface includes a rigid work surface substrate and a strap connected thereto. The strap extends away from the work surface at two points along a perimeter thereof, and is routed along the perimeter of the work surface between the two connection points.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventor: James Raeburn
  • Publication number: 20140263521
    Abstract: Disclosed is a portable article carrier for carrying and securing portable articles such as mobile phones, cameras, radios, tools, and water bottles; where the device can be secured to a belt, strap, or harness that is optionally worn by a wearer. The portable article carrier can be assembled from a folded flexible strap member and a loop member. The loop member can be flexible, non-flexible, or elastic. The portable article carrier can be configured to present a seamless surface to the portable article in order to minimize surface damage or wear to the portable article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: SIMPLE BE LLC
    Inventor: Brett Hamilton
  • Patent number: 8827234
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a protective support device that includes a planar unitary elastomeric body having a central portion and at least two end segments extending from the central portion, each end segment having an opening formed therein, each opening structured to engage with opposing corners of a tablet computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Assignee: One Hand Clapping Ltd.
    Inventor: Gerald Hank William Baker
  • Patent number: 8807404
    Abstract: A quick release device for preventing unintended withdrawal of a handgun from a holster comprises a generally U-shaped hood with mutually spaced legs spanned by a bridge. The legs are arranged to straddle the holster, with the hood being rotatable about a fixed first axis between a rearward position at which the bridge overlies the holster opening, and a forward position at which the bridge is removed from the holster opening. At least one interior side plate is fixed with respect to the holster at a location adjacent to one of the hood legs. The interior side plate defines a guide path bordered by and extending forwardly from a locking notch. A trigger plate is connected to the hood leg for rotation about a second axis parallel to the first axis. The trigger plate is rotatable about the second axis to disengage the boss from the locking notch, thereby freeing the boss for movement along the guide path as the hood is rotated about the first axis from its rearward position to its forward position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: Here Be Dragons, LLC
    Inventors: Frank A. Howell, Justin A. Kiger
  • Patent number: 8807505
    Abstract: An accessory holder system and related method are disclosed. The invention features an accessory holder system for holding accessory items comprising at least one base plate comprising a top portion, a bottom portion, and a sidewall portion, a rubber band secured to the at least one base plate adapted to removably hold at least one accessory item inserted between the base plate and the rubber band, and attaching means for attaching the base plate to an object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Inventor: Martin W. Lotz, III
  • Publication number: 20140217135
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system comprising a connection apparatus and mount designed for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device, and wherein an electronic device can be secured to a surface. The connection apparatus includes a flexible strap, a rigid base, and an adhesive. The mount includes a mount faceplate, a stem, and a surface attachment system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2014
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventors: John A Murphy, Connie R Rutledge
  • Patent number: 8757455
    Abstract: A paddle holder is provided for a watersport article. The paddle holder includes a clothing element, an anchor, and a lanyard. The clothing element is configured to be integrated into a watersport article along a lateral location of a user elevationally between a supra-patellar region and an abdominal region. The anchor is affixed to the clothing element. The lanyard has a retention device and an adapter. The adapter is configured to affix to the anchor on the clothing element. The retention device is configured to mate and demate with a handle of a paddle to retain the paddle to the clothing element. A method is also provided for retaining a paddle with a watersport article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: John William Smalley
    Inventor: John William Smalley
  • Patent number: 8752746
    Abstract: A skateboard carrying strap is disclosed for holding a skateboard against a user's back, wherein the strap comprises two separable sections. Each section comprises a complimentary belt buckle end and a skateboard securement end. On each securement end are extendable elastic bands, are placed around the wheel trucks of a skateboard to support the skateboard. The user wears the assembly across his or her torso, crossing over the shoulder, while the skateboard deck lies against the individual's back with the wheel trucks facing away from the body and in connection with the elastic bands. The belt buckle end comprises a belt buckle or clasp engagement adapted to rest against the user's chest, while the disconnected securement ends of each section are adapted to secure each skateboard wheel truck. When the device is not in use, the strap lengths can be connected into a continuous section for use as traditional belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Inventor: Glenn Dee
  • Publication number: 20140091119
    Abstract: A carrier having two adjustable straps which encircle an object to be carried by the carrier and a cover for said carrier is provided herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Inventor: Kristen Racanati
  • Publication number: 20140054336
    Abstract: The invention relates to a device for transporting skiing equipment, mainly snowboards or skis, consisting essentially of a tie made of a strong material, which forms the central structure to which are attached, preferably sewn, three ties that are perpendicular to the central structure, one of the ends of the upper and lower ties being provided with an additional sub-tie, forming a flexible and folded assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Inventor: Fernando Conde Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 8641004
    Abstract: A cup holder for beverage containers has a deployable tray movable between a deployed position and a stowed position. The tray has an upper surface, a lower surface, and an aperture. A cup insert includes a cup ring, a cup bag, and a coil spring. The cup ring has an open collar for receiving a beverage container and has a seating flange configured to rest on the upper surface. The cup bag is made of flexible material having a generally cylindrical shape between an upper rim and a bag bottom. The upper rim is affixed to the open collar. A coil spring is coupled between the cup ring and the bottom end for urging them together for collapsing the cup bag. The coil spring is expandable under the weight of a beverage container placed on the bag bottom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventor: John L. Miklas
  • Patent number: 8637752
    Abstract: A strap mounted instrument stand includes a pair of hingedly connected plates. The stand is movable between a closed position, in which the plates lie against one another in a generally flat configuration, and an open position, in which the plates are disposed at an angle with respect to one another. A bracket extends in a generally normal direction from one of the plates to support a musical instrument when the stand is in the open position. A securement member secures the plates together in the closed position. Releasing the securement member allows the stand to move to the open position. The stand holds a musical instrument, such as a guitar, in an upright position when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2014
    Inventor: Paul Innocenti
  • Patent number: 8622264
    Abstract: One design embodiment of a holder for a container comprising: one or more bands each capable of retaining a container inside the band(s), with straps attached to and extending away from the exterior of the band(s); with fasteners on the ends of each strap such that container within the band or bands are held in a stable position relative to a harness to be worn by a user. 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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: William Messner
  • Publication number: 20130299535
    Abstract: A multiple item carrying assembly with versatile straps that attaches to a variety of base items, allowing for easy carrying of multiple items. A middle portion and separate end portion of the straps wrap around a base item, such as a travel bag, and reeve through multiple slots located in buckles aligned along the straps. The straps further include a pair of end portions, which extend past the secured base item, and secure around an additional item. The extreme end portions pass through the buckles, and the buckles engage together, forming a secure attachment with the items. The buckles can be adjusted along the length of the straps to compensate for variably shaped and sized items. Loops form as the strap or straps reeves through slots in the buckle. The loops create additional holes for the item to attach to the carrying strap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2012
    Publication date: November 14, 2013
    Inventor: Aaron Lee Lapointe
  • Patent number: 8573458
    Abstract: Disclosed is a portable article carrier for carrying and securing portable articles such as mobile phones, cameras, radios, tools, and water bottles; where the device can be secured to a belt, strap, or harness that is optionally worn by a wearer. The portable article carrier can be assembled from a folded flexible strap member and a loop member. The loop member can be flexible, non-flexible, or elastic. The portable article carrier can be configured to present a seamless surface to the portable article in order to minimize surface damage or wear to the portable article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: Simple.be LLC
    Inventor: Brett Hamilton
  • Patent number: RE45179
    Abstract: A case for a portable electronic device such as cell phones, cameras, MP3 players and PDAs wherein said case includes material at the corners to provide protection to the electronic device. To reduce bulk at the corners and allow the material forming the case to conform with the contours of the device, the protection at the corners includes strips of material defining apertures there between. The apertures provide reduction in bulk and allow the case to conform to the corners of the device therein. Alternately, the protection at the corners can be provided by other structures co-molded into the corners of the cases. Such structures include material that is of a reduced thickness than other material used in the case, or structures that are formed to conform to the corners of the case. Such structures can be joined to the material forming the panels of the case by co-molding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: Speculative Product Design, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick M. Bodkin, Gregg Flender, Mike Tracz