Flaccid Strap-type Holding Means Extending Across Or About Article Patents (Class 224/250)
  • Publication number: 20100155439
    Abstract: The invention relates to a hand strap of a pole, the hand strap including a strap part (1) surrounding the user's wrist and extending to bottom edge of the hand and to the palm section and a fastening strap (2) attached to the strap part which is used to fasten the hand strap to the handle of a pole. According to the invention, the hand strap includes one fastening strap (2), which functions as a power transmission strap; and the first end (7) of the fastening strap is fastened to the part (4) of the strap part situated on the side of the palm; and the part (8) of the fastening strap to be attached to the handle of a pole is fitted to start substantially from the middle section (9) of the user's palm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2004
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Inventor: Marko Kantaneva
  • Publication number: 20100096421
    Abstract: A drum clip housing and dispensing apparatus for firearms incorporates a housing and a dispensing apparatus. The housing comprises a first side wall, a second side wall, a front wall, a rear wall, a top wall, and a bottom wall. The biasing apparatus is disposed at the rear wall of the housing. The biasing apparatus is comprised of a biasing member and a biasing element. The biasing member is affixed with the biasing element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2008
    Publication date: April 22, 2010
    Inventor: Michael Andrew Campo
  • Publication number: 20100089959
    Abstract: A transportable support system for underwater dive equipment that is durable, lightweight, adjustable, and compact, allowing the diver to effectively and rapidly secure his fins, regulator assembly, mask, and various other items for storage and/or transport. The support system can be employed with a “hands free” design via the use of a shoulder strap, or secured in a dive bag or suitcase for airline travel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2008
    Publication date: April 15, 2010
    Inventor: Chad Michael Watson
  • Publication number: 20100018104
    Abstract: An apparatus for attachment to a waistband of a wearer for supporting a base end portion of an elongated rod such as a fishing pole adjacent to the leg of the wearer. The apparatus includes an elongated strap having a main portion which extends from the waistband down the leg of the wearer, a first end removeably attachable to the waistband, and a second end having a first support pocket which receives and supports the base end of the elongated rod. The first support pocket is suspended adjacent to and directly contacts the inner thigh of the wearer creating a fulcrum when the elongated rod is supported therein. The creation of the fulcrum permits the elongated rod to be held by the wearer in a stable manner while transferring a majority of the load of the elongated rod from the arms and shoulders of the wearer to the wearer's legs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2008
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventors: Edward K. Pedersen, Kristian E. Pedersen
  • Patent number: 7641085
    Abstract: An umbrella support device includes a halter strap formed as a loop having a connection point formed thereon for attachment to a belt, an umbrella cup attached to the halter strap proximate to the connection point for receiving an umbrella handle therein, and an umbrella stabilizer attached to the halter strap at a point furthest from the umbrella cup for accommodating an umbrella pole therethrough. A method of donning the umbrella support device includes placing the halter strap over a user's first shoulder, placing the halter strap over the user's second shoulder, such that the halter strap extends behind the user's neck, in front of the user's shoulders, under the user's arms and across the user's back, and orienting the halter strap such that the umbrella cup is approximately centered across the user's back and the umbrella stabilizer is approximately centered behind the user's neck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Inventor: Dorothy Shook Nickels
  • Publication number: 20090314813
    Abstract: A magnetic holder/holster device is disclosed. The device includes a holster body to hold a tool, one or more magnets coupled to the surface of the body for holding work items, a securing strap, and an apparatus to removably attach to a belt. The one or more magnets are distributed across the surface so as to allow metallic work items to be secured to substantially all points of the surface. In some embodiments, the magnets are permanently coupled to the surface of the device. In some embodiments, the magnets are removably attached to the surface. In operation, the magnetic tool holder/holster allows a worker wearing the holder/holster device to securely hold metallic work items readily accessible on the magnetic holder/holster body via the magnetic attraction of the magnets. The magnetic tool holder/holster has the advantage of preventing the spilling of metallic work items as wells as making them more convenient to use by ensuring secure and convenient placing capabilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2009
    Publication date: December 24, 2009
    Applicant: AAW PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Andre A. Woolery
  • Publication number: 20090242597
    Abstract: Systems and methods for retaining camouflage material from the natural surrounding of a user. A device includes a retaining mechanism and at least two coupling mechanisms for attaching the device to the clothing, or person, of the user. Alternatively, the device includes elastomeric banding to attach a device to the user. The device includes a backing plate to provide tension across the retaining mechanism. The user immobilizes the camouflage material by inserting the camouflage material between the retaining mechanism and the clothing, apparel or person of the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2009
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Inventors: Clyde S. Morgan, Collin Morgan
  • Publication number: 20090219677
    Abstract: The present invention provides a strap device capable of, when used in a state of being attached to an electronic apparatus body including a display portion and a key input portion as an object, improving the visibility of the display portion and the operability of the key input portion and the touch panel without tilting the electronic apparatus body with the wrist. A strap device includes a substantially plate-shaped belt base to be attached to the object; and a strap belt formed in an annular shape and supported by a substantially center portion of the belt base rotatably within a plane substantially parallel to the belt base. The belt base includes a back part provided with a pivot fitting as a bearing member for supporting the strap belt rotatably and a front part facing the back part. The strap belt extends across the belt base from the front part to the back part of the belt base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2009
    Publication date: September 3, 2009
    Applicant: PANASONIC CORPORATION
    Inventors: Takeshi MORI, Hirofumi TAKEMASA
  • Publication number: 20090200347
    Abstract: A versatile strap device to one-hand-carry single or multiple cartons, boxes, luggage or the like. The strap device is a pair of flexible, stretch resistant material with a grip handle. The straps are adjustable with durable quick release buckle closure and will fit variety sized cartons, boxes, luggage or like. The strap device consists of a pair of cross straps with a grip handle which encircle the luggage, boxes or the like for secure handling when hand carried.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2008
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventor: Thomas V. Edralin
  • Patent number: 7568599
    Abstract: A ski tote may include at least one backpack strap and/or a basic strap for holding the skis together for aid in carrying a pair of skis. The tote may also include one or more shoulder straps. The basic strap may extend longitudinally between a first end and a second end. The basic strap may have a bifurcated straps integral with or connected to first and second ends of the basic strap. Each of first and second bifurcated straps may have first and second straddling ends and a ski surrounding loop mechanism on each of the first and second straddling ends. The backpack strap may include a ski supporting substrate with one or more ski supporting straps attached to a ski supporting substrate. A pair of shoulder straps may also be attached to the substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2009
    Inventor: Julie Hall
  • Publication number: 20090173761
    Abstract: A storage container for attachment to a leash includes a first dry compartment, a second dry compartment, and a wet compartment. A lid is disposed between the first and second dry compartments. A fluid tight seal is disposed between the second dry compartment and the wet compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventor: Erika Berry
  • Publication number: 20090152315
    Abstract: A racket bag has a body, at least one adjustable strap and a holding strap assembly. The body has a front panel, a rear panel, two side panels and a bottom panel. The side panels and the bottom panel are mounted between the front and rear panels and are collapsible. Each adjustable strap is mounted between the front and rear panels to adjust the distance between the front and rear panels to fit different quantities of rackets that are put between the front and rear panels. The holding strap assembly is attached to the rear panel to allow the user to hold, hang or carry the racket bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2007
    Publication date: June 18, 2009
    Inventors: Shane F. Jung, Shu F. Jung
  • Publication number: 20090140016
    Abstract: An implement holster comprising a holster support, a first cradle attached to the holster support, a second cradle, and a resilient strap system connected between the holster support and the second cradle, the first cradle fitting within the second cradle. The implement holster further comprises a clip adapted for attaching the holster to a support, a rotator connected between the clip and the holster, and a detent system permitting the holster to be held in a plurality of different positions with respect to the clip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2008
    Publication date: June 4, 2009
    Applicant: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard N. Case, Dennis Balchunas
  • Publication number: 20090127304
    Abstract: A multi-purpose adjustable carrying case with a center receiving pad and multiple fold-over panels radially extending from the center receiving pad and at least one fold-over strap. The invention can be used to make any number of cases, holders or containers for a variety of items transported in the carrying case in a pocket or purse or attached to the clothing of a user or in a vehicle glove compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventor: Sami Uygur
  • Publication number: 20090127303
    Abstract: The invention relates to a portable carrying device, arrangement, and method for carrying at least one object such as a bag. The device 100 includes a housing 101 having a channel 105 defined therethrough. The channel 105 is further defined by a first and a second frusto-shaped internal cavity 107, 109, each having linearly tapered sides 110. An elongated flexible strap 103 defining a continuous loop 103 is threaded through the channel 105. Portions of the elongated flexible strap 103 defining the continuous loop extend from first and second end openings 117, 115 of the channel 105 to define first and a second loop portions 119, 121. When the continuous loop is pulled taut through the housing 101, the first loop portion 119 is configured for receiving and grasping a handle portion 201 of the one or more bags 203. The second loop portion 121 can be extended over and around a user's shoulder for carrying the device 100 and the one or more bags 203.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventor: John Bass
  • Publication number: 20090120979
    Abstract: A holder for a tactical spray canister, comprising a sheath formed with a cavity, wherein the cavity comprises at least one c-shaped flexible member; a means for variably positioning the sheath during use; and a means for securing the sheath to a user. A variably positionable sheath for a tactical spray canister comprising a sheath, wherein the sheath is formed with an interior and exterior, having at least one c-shaped flexible member in the sheath interior and an axial post on the sheath exterior; a rotatable disk mountable on the sheath, having at least two pegs extending substantially perpendicularly from the disk, one peg recessed; a Leverage back; a disk base, having at least one peg extending substantially perpendicularly from the disk base; at least one o-ring demountably positionable on a recessed disk peg and on a peg on the disk base; and a means for detachably securing said sheath to a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventor: Michael Anthony Martinez
  • Publication number: 20090115182
    Abstract: A ski gear carrier which enables the carrying of the skis and poles in various positions and the dragging of the skis and poles on different surfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2009
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventor: Eldar Speiser
  • Publication number: 20090114694
    Abstract: A waist-encircling harness for holding removable objects is provided. The harness includes a substantially elongated main body having a mid-section with first and second junction ends. A first end section extends from the first junction end of the mid-section, the first end section having a first free end, and a second end section extends from the second junction end of the mid-section, the second end section having a second free end. The first free end and the second free end are removably attachable to each other. The harness further includes an outer flap member having an outer surface with receptacles for retaining the removable objects. The outer flap member includes a junction end flexibly attached to the second junction end of the mid-section, and a free end extending substantially along a length of the elongated main body. The free end of the outer flap member is removably attached to the first end section of the substantially elongated main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Applicant: KEE ACTION SPORTS I LLC
    Inventors: Travis Lemanski, Brandon Lambertson
  • Publication number: 20090114692
    Abstract: A crutch support system including a harness assembly to be secured to the upper parts of the crutches and secured to the person on the lower neck and upper back. The crutch support system allows for hands free maneuvering when the person wants to let go of the crutches such as when walking up stairs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2007
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventor: Enriqve Roman
  • Publication number: 20090057358
    Abstract: Reusable, adjustable carriers and related methods are disclosed, the carriers comprising at least one band the length of which is adjustable for contiguous fastened relation around an awkward handle-less item of size and weight for balanced toting of the item from place-to-place.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2007
    Publication date: March 5, 2009
    Inventor: Larry Cheesman
  • Publication number: 20090057356
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2008
    Publication date: March 5, 2009
    Inventor: Nicholas D. Woodman
  • Publication number: 20090050658
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to multi-functional carriers for carrying items and methods for constructing carriers. According to some embodiments the carrier includes a holder and a strap molded of foam material. The strap and holder may be coupled together in various configurations to create loop through which one or more objects may be inserted or removed from within a cavity in the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2008
    Publication date: February 26, 2009
    Applicant: CROCS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Boyd, Richard N. Case, Bowden Ormsbee
  • Publication number: 20090039123
    Abstract: Embodiments of laptop computer carrying articles and methods of manufacture thereof are generally described herein. An article for carrying a laptop computer generally comprises a body having a non-secured opening, and a support strap coupled to the body. The non-secured opening comprises dimensions at least as large as at least two of a laptop width, a laptop height, or a laptop thickness. The body further comprises a first side having a substantially uninterrupted surface, and a second side opposite the first side and comprising the non-secured opening. The support strap is integral with at least one of the first or second sides of body. Other embodiments may be described and claimed herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2008
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Applicant: Belkin International, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry Sween, Mike Simonian, Maaike Evers
  • Publication number: 20090039122
    Abstract: An object retention system is adapted for retaining any one of a plurality of objects of different size and shape. The object retention system comprises a substantially thin, semi-rigid substrate and having a strap assembly including a plurality of straps overlaying the substrate and arranged in first and second sets oriented and angled in relation to one another. The first and second sets are woven together such as in a non-uniform or random pattern to form a plurality of strap overlaps. Each one of the straps may further be securable to the substrate with at least two anchor points. Strap sections are defined between each adjacent pair of strap overlaps and/or between adjacent pairs of anchor points to allow for insertion of at least one of the objects of multiple size and shape between the strap and substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2007
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Inventor: Dario Cesar Antonioni
  • Publication number: 20090001110
    Abstract: A device capable of carrying a plurality of equipment is described. The device includes at least one handle, a conforming region, and at least one location for attaching or storing equipment. Users may carry equipment stored on/in the device by carrying the device on their backs and/or shoulders by grasping the handle of the device over their shoulder and allowing the conforming region to conform to their back and/or shoulder. The device, therefore, aids a user in carrying a plurality of equipment simultaneously. In at least some instances, a rotating handle may permit easy transitioning between a carrying position on a user's back/shoulder and a storage position, such as hanging on a wall or rack and vice-versa.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2008
    Publication date: January 1, 2009
    Inventors: Jared Hendricks, Erik Bornemeier
  • Publication number: 20080283566
    Abstract: A unique strap carrier tote carries a rolled yoga mat, collapsed hula hoop, towel, prayer rug, poster/drawing case, or other piece of equipment in a backpack style on the user's back. Two adjustable straps encircle the piece of equipment—typically proximate opposing ends of the rolled mat or opposing sectional sides of the collapsed hoop—and two adjustable shoulder straps extend therefrom. The user can sling the piece of equipment across her back so that her hands will be free, and the equipment will be securely and easily carried during walking, running, climbing, biking, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: November 20, 2008
    Inventor: Susan Lee Chace
  • Publication number: 20080251552
    Abstract: This bottle holder is designed to be a quick and easy attachable device to carry a water bottle or soda can conveniently. The bottle holder is made to attach to a person's belt, fanny pack strap, purse handle, or belt loop by using a vertical hook and loop (Velcro) fastening strap and a horizontal hook and loop fastening strap on the bottle holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2008
    Publication date: October 16, 2008
    Inventor: Linda M. Bell
  • Publication number: 20080135590
    Abstract: A sash-type harness assembly comprises a sash strap having detachably interconnectable portions and an apparatus engagement member fixedly attached to the sash strap. The end portions each include an interconnection structure for enabling the end portions to be detachably and adjustably interconnected. The apparatus engagement member includes an engagement hook portion configured for having an engagable portion of a wheel assembly of a transport apparatus such as a skateboard or scooter fixedly engaged therewith.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2006
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Inventor: Robert Arias
  • Publication number: 20080116239
    Abstract: A multifunctional yoga stretch strap is configured with a combination structure at a back end of the yoga stretch strap. The back end and a front end of the strap body are used to surround a rolled-up yoga mat after yoga practice. The combination structure binds and fixed the back end of the strap body on the yoga mat. Therefore, the yoga stretch strap may become a suspender for the yoga mat without changing the original form of the yoga stretch strap, along with convenience and attractive appearance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2006
    Publication date: May 22, 2008
    Inventor: Shin-Chiang LU
  • Publication number: 20080073393
    Abstract: A holster assembly for integral attachment to a garment of the type typically worn by individuals engaged in law enforcement and related activities. The holster assembly comprising a flexible backing member having an outer mountable surface for sewningly attaching thereto an intermediate backing member, which is capable of supporting and mounting thereon a pocket for receiving and accepting therein a rigid sleeve fitted interiorly with a Taser® device. The pocket is fabricated from a unified piece of material and shaped accordingly to distinctly define a frontal tapered member bounded by a right side member and a left side member integrally incorporating an outer extending flange. The pocket is further supported by and fitted with a base member connected along its leading edge to a bottom end of each side member, along a leading edge of the frontal tapered member, and to a lowermost portion of the intermediate backing member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2007
    Publication date: March 27, 2008
    Inventors: Steven Allen Soderquist, Tony Thanh Vo
  • Patent number: 7343647
    Abstract: A device for holding and organizing items includes an anchor for fastening the device to an object; a strap adapted to secure the items to the device; and a connector, having an upper piece and a lower piece that pivot relative to one another, the upper piece being connected to the anchor and the lower piece being connected to the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Inventors: Terry Kinskey, Matthew Williams
  • Patent number: 7344116
    Abstract: An improved pony bottle bracket that is light weight, compact, simple to use, and facilitates a quick and easy set-up is disclosed. A push button latch enables a diver to quickly disconnect the pony bottle from the main bottle. The pony tank bracket and base unit bracket are mounted by use of a belt and adjustable band straps. The locking mechanism is self-contained, thereby eliminating or minimizing the use of separate components (e.g., no clevis, hitch, cotter or quick release pins) which may be lost. The bracket also eliminates or reduces the use of any items which may entangle the diver or entangle other objects in the diver's surroundings (e.g., no string, cord, chain or lanyards). The bracket is bidirectional (e.g., reversible) such that the top bracket mount may be rotated between about 0 and 180 degrees.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Assignee: North South Machine Shop, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Alan Ficarra, Joseph Ficarra
  • Patent number: 7343649
    Abstract: A strap having fasteners for securing the handle of a grease gun in the closed position has a first loop for wrapping around the barrel of a grease gun and a second loop for wrapping around the grease gun handle in the flexed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Inventor: Carl Walters, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7325921
    Abstract: The present invention is a strap that holds eyewear in storage through two methods. In one method, a portion of the eyewear is inserted through parallel slots. In another method, the nosepiece is secured over a loop. The strap may be worn around the neck or used as a strap for a bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2008
    Inventor: Rubie L. Moorer
  • Patent number: 7303102
    Abstract: A carrying apparatus for carrying objects, such as books. The carrying apparatus includes an elongate strap for being wrapped around an object and at least one direction-changing device positioned on a side of the object. The elongate strap is threaded through the at least one direction-changing device to form a pocket for receiving and securing the object in a carrying position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Inventor: Minetta L. Werts
  • Patent number: 7090102
    Abstract: A system for holding an electronic device comprising a first substrate, a pocket assembly, and a fastener system comprising first, second, third, fourth, and fifth fasteners. The first substrate is adapted to be supported by a wearer. The pocket assembly is adapted to hold the electronic device. The first and second fasteners are rigidly connected to the pocket assembly, while the third, fourth, and fifth fasteners are rigidly connected to the substrate. In a first mode, the first fastener engages the third fastener and the second fastener engages the fourth fastener to attach the pocket assembly to the first substrate. In a second mode, the first fastener engages the third fastener and the second fastener engages the fifth fastener to attach the pocket assembly to the first substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2006
    Assignee: Conterra, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard A. Lipke
  • Patent number: 7082943
    Abstract: A cover for an inhalant case includes a tubular fabric portion closed at the top and open at the bottom to be able to receive an inhalant casing with an angled opening extending down on one side, sized to allow the casing spout to protrude therethrough. A cap hood is tethered on one side to an upper edge of the opening and configured to receive and retain a spout cap. A carrier strap is connected to the bottom edge of the tubular portion. The tubular portion may be constructed as a sleeve with a sewn hem, or openable by a hook and loop fasteners to be able to be wrapped and unwrapped on or off the casing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Ametrice D. Clark
  • Patent number: 7000809
    Abstract: A flashlight holder is constructed from a securely closed loop of pliant line with moveable parts which may be positioned along said loop providing a means of accurately directing a light beam where needed while allowing free movement of both hands. The holder may be placed on a flat surface, belt loop, a belt, ones hand or attached to various objects for support or securement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2006
    Inventor: John Timothy Stroud
  • Patent number: 6978918
    Abstract: A tether that addresses the above and other deficiencies in the art, that is efficient to manufacture, and attractive in use. More specifically, the invention is directed to a tether including a ring, a first strap connected to the ring at a first point, a second strap coupled to one of the first strap and ring, and a releasable connector. The releasable connector is operable to releasably couple the first strap to the ring at a second point such that the first strap forms a variable sized opening for receiving an object or container. The invention is also directed to a tethered container assembly including the aforementioned tether and a container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2005
    Assignee: Twin Beginnings, LLC
    Inventors: Karla A. Scanlan, Karen A. Kuhn
  • Patent number: 6966472
    Abstract: The present invention provides a support pad attached to a necklace device. The support pad includes tethers attached to the support pad at a spaced apart distance, and each tether includes means for attaching a toy at a location remote from the support pad. The support pad is constructed to provide rigidity sufficient to maintain the spaced apart distance between the tethers so that each attached toy is suspended from the support pad at substantially an identical angle with respect to the support pad. This prevents entanglement of the suspended toys.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2005
    Inventor: Karla D. Szarek
  • Patent number: 6962278
    Abstract: The harness of the present invention comprises a unitary waist-encircling supportive belt of largely elastic fabric adapted to receive and securely hold various numbers of paintball pods. A plurality of fabric layers are positioned to form a honeycomb of hollow pockets which, together with pod retainer clips, assume the configuration of, and securely hold, inserted paintball pods. The resulting configuration will accommodate a plurality of paintball pods of varying circumference, and affords the advantage that, as the wearer exhausts and discards pods in the course of a paintball game, the pockets collapse, the belt contracts, and the wearer becomes less encumbered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2005
    Assignee: Dye Precision, Inc.
    Inventor: Derrick Shigeo Obatake
  • Patent number: 6929164
    Abstract: A combination neck wrap/brace for holding items and belt article holder for carrying the same, includes a neck wrap/brace having a neck strap to be wrapped about a neck of a person. A first securing arrangement secures together opposite ends of the neck strap about the person's neck. A telephone holder is secured to the neck strap for holding a telephone adjacent the person's ear, to enable the person to use the telephone in a hands-free manner. A belt article holder includes a belt strap adapted to be wrapped about the person's waist. A second securing arrangement secures together opposite ends of the belt strap about the person's waist, and a neck wrap/brace holder on the strap holds the neck wrap/brace when the neck wrap/brace is not wrapped about the person's neck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2005
    Inventor: Clarence Thomas
  • Patent number: 6889882
    Abstract: A backpack strap system for carrying a load comprises: an elongated sheet of flexible material; vertical load straps each attached at the top and bottom edges of the sheet; and horizontal load straps each attached at the first and second side edges of the sheet. Sheet and load straps are adapted for wrapping around and securing loads of various sizes and/or shapes. The top edge of the sheet is adapted for carrying the load, usually on foot, by shoulder straps, carrying straps, and/or a hanging strap secured thereto. The load is laid on the sheet, and the sheet and load straps are wrapped around the load to secure it, enabling the load to be lifted/carried. Examples of oversized loads include animal carcasses, firewood, or an injured person. The sheet may be adapted to fold up and function as an ordinary backpack, and/or to carry auxiliary packs or storage containers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2005
    Inventor: Michael S. Leep
  • Patent number: 6880737
    Abstract: A holder retains cell phones, pagers, or holsters, with the holder composed of fabric; having a strap and optionally a pouch for retaining the held cell phones, pagers, or holsters in any angular orientation of the holder; and having a pair of apertures for engaging and retaining the clip of an associated cell phone, pager, or holster, with a strip positioned between the pair of apertures for engaging the clip and for distributing the weight and/or other forces associated with the clip and the associated cell phone, pager, or holster and preventing wear on the holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2005
    Inventor: Edward Bauer
  • Publication number: 20040159689
    Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a collapsible, storable device for carrying and protecting a multiplicity of fully rigged fishing rods and reels. The present carrier provides a compact load while sufficiently segregating the poles to prevent the tangling of lines, lures, hooks etc. The carrier preferably comprises a durable yet lightweight polymeric material to protect and secure the fishing rods in place. The carrier is also configured with a strap for hands free transportation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2003
    Publication date: August 19, 2004
    Inventor: William V. Wright
  • Patent number: 6776317
    Abstract: A tool lanyard for releasable attachment to a safety harness of a workman to resiliently arrest the inadvertent dropping of a tool by the workman. The tool lanyard includes a looped cord on one end of the lanyard to receive a tool in a tightly gripped relation and a hook on an opposite end of the lanyard for mounting on a ring of the safety harness. A resilient connecting structure between the looped cord and the hook minimizes any shock action resulting from inadvertent dropping of the tool while arresting the dropping of the tool. The resilient connecting structure includes an outer non-elastic sheath about an inner elastic cord.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2004
    Assignee: Parker Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. Parker
  • Patent number: 6776318
    Abstract: A holder for a mobile telephone includes a generally tube-shaped body comprising an exterior and an interior cavity having an opening at a first end of the body and an opening at an opposing second end of the body. The interior cavity has a surface comprising a material having frictional properties allowing the device to be slidingly inserted by hand into the interior of the tube-shaped body. The tube-shaped body is semi-rigid and sufficiently elastic so that the body can stretch to allow the hand insertion of the device into the interior of the body and can retain the inserted device in the interior of the body. The tube-shaped body can be positioned on a belt so that the belt extends through the interior cavity and out of the first opening and the second opening. A mobile electronic device can be slidingly inserted into the interior cavity, thereby stretching a portion of the body to cause the tube-shaped body to retain the inserted device in the interior cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2004
    Inventor: John D. Washington
  • Publication number: 20040129745
    Abstract: An electronic game holder (10) having a rear strap (12R) and a bottom strap (12B) perpendicularly securely fastened in a middle thereof to a bottom distal end of the rear strap (12R). The electronic game holder (10) further has a top strap (12T) perpendicularly securely fastened in a middle thereof to a top distal end of the rear strap (12R). A right band (14R) is connected at a bottom to a left side of the bottom strap (12B) and further connected at a top to a left side of the top strap (12T). A left band (14L) connected at a bottom to a right side of the bottom strap (12B) and further connected at a top to a right side of the top strap (12T). A connector strap (16) securely fastened at a bottom distal end to a middle of the top strap (12T) or top distal end of the rear strap (12R). A clip (18) securely connected to a top distal end of the connector strap (16).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2003
    Publication date: July 8, 2004
    Inventor: Todd Condiff
  • Patent number: 6749095
    Abstract: A strap that can be wrapped around a notebook binder at right angles to its spine and separably attaches to the notebook binder and wraps around the notebook and overlaps itself and separably attaches to itself, and preferably, in its closed position, has carrying means as an integral part of the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Inventor: Eric Johnson
  • Patent number: 6749099
    Abstract: A firearm rest for a firearm having a butt stock. The gun rest includes a base that may be slipped onto a belt and further includes an elastic line depending from the base. The elastic line forms a loop. The butt stock is placed into the loop and on the end of the loop opposite of the base. The elastic line is selected relative to the weight of the firearm to be carried such that the elastic line gives or stretches preferably only when the user is walking. With such a selection, the line absorbs the shock generated by the firearm instead of transmitting the shock into the body of the user such as into the back of the user. The size of the loop may be adjusted by tying knots at various points in the line. The base from which the shock or elastic line extends may be an apertured leather base, a base with a tapered slot for pinching a portion of the line to adjust the size of the loop, or a belt from which an elastic strap may depend.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Inventor: Steven L. Danielson