Article Supported On Horizontally Extending Member Patents (Class 224/270)
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Patent number: 11291290Abstract: A clothing integrated tab system is disclosed. The clothing integrated tab system may include an anchor panel. The anchor panel may include a first aperture, a second aperture, a channel extending between the first aperture and the second aperture, and a bridge tab. The bridge tab may be disposed between the first aperture and the second aperture as well as extending over the channel. The clothing integrated tab system may include a tab member removably coupled to the anchor panel and extending through the first aperture, the channel and the second aperture.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2020Date of Patent: April 5, 2022Assignee: Dynamis Alliance, Corp.Inventor: Dominic DiPierro
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Patent number: 10842250Abstract: A clothing integrated tab system is disclosed. The clothing integrated tab system may include an anchor panel. The anchor panel may include a first aperture, a second aperture, a channel extending between the first aperture and the second aperture, and a bridge tab. The bridge tab may be disposed between the first aperture and the second aperture as well as extending over the channel. The clothing integrated tab system may include a tab member removably coupled to the anchor panel and extending through the first aperture, the channel and the second aperture.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2019Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Inventor: Dominic DiPierro
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Patent number: 10800593Abstract: The present invention relates to a pizza box comprising a lid section and a tray section, wherein the lid section comprises a recess that accommodates the neck of a user, or wherein the lid section comprises a tear line defining a removable section. The present invention alleviates the problem of dropping pizza and/or pizza toppings on the consumer, and provides additional utility.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2016Date of Patent: October 13, 2020Assignee: AOTUS HOLDINGS PTY LTDInventor: Jack Edward Vincent
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Patent number: 10798274Abstract: A body mounted camera system may include a band structure having an inner surface positionable against a user's body, an outer surface facing away from the user's body, and an interior cavity between the inner surface and the outer surface; a camera within the interior cavity including a lens exposed through the outer surface of the band structure; a controller within the interior cavity for controlling the camera, the controller including an interconnection module for connecting to an outside device; a power source within the interior cavity for powering the controller and the camera; and electrical connections connecting the controller, the power source, and the camera.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2020Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Inventor: Sam Salemnia
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Patent number: 10758088Abstract: Serving platter systems for grill to table convenience are disclosed herein. Various embodiments include a platter including a dorsal plater surface and a cutting board including a ventral cutting board surface. In some embodiments the ventral cutting board surface seamlessly engages with the dorsal platter surface to form the serving platter system for grill to table convenience. In various embodiments the dorsal cutting board surface further comprises an indentation for trapping juices from grilled food items. Furthermore, the dorsal platter surface comprises a fluid receiving indentation section of the dorsal platter surface for receiving juices from grilled food items.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2020Date of Patent: September 1, 2020Inventor: Kristin Noto
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Patent number: 10630871Abstract: A body mounted camera system may include: a band structure having an inner surface positionable against a user's body, an outer surface facing away from the user's body, and an interior cavity between the inner surface and the outer surface; a camera within the interior cavity including a lens exposed through the outer surface of the band structure; a controller within the interior cavity for controlling the camera, the controller including an interconnection module for connecting to an outside device; a power source within the interior cavity for powering the controller and the camera; and electrical connections connecting the controller, the power source, and the camera.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2016Date of Patent: April 21, 2020Inventor: Sam Salemnia
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Patent number: 9999291Abstract: A Putrello lift assist work belt used for manual conveyance that includes a contoured weight bearing ledge that when structurally coupled with the back support belt and shoulder straps form a Putrello lift assist work belt system able to transfer substantial weight of the load being carried by manual conveyance to the hips and legs thus relieving stress and strain on the users back and arms. The elements and attributes of the Putrello lift assist work belt combine to form a manual conveyance lifting system that provides excellent rigidity and resistance to leverage force that results from having a heavy object extended and positioned in front of one's body thus preventing injury to the back, shoulders, and arms.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2017Date of Patent: June 19, 2018Assignee: The Fountainhead Group, Inc.Inventor: Andrew C. Putrello, Jr.
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Patent number: 9004330Abstract: A holder for holding an electronic device includes a frame and a harness pivotably connected to the frame. The harness has a pair of parallel elongated bars and at least one bracing member extending between the elongated bars. The frame has one or more side tabs for retaining an electronic device within the frame. A holder for holding an electronic device has a retaining member including a plurality of retaining tabs; and a harness member rotatably connected to the retaining member and rotatable between a stowed position and an inclined position. A holder for holding an electronic device has a harness having two parallel elongated bars; a frame having a base member and two parallel arms each having an opening therein; and a pivotable retaining member pivotably connected to the parallel arms. The retaining member releasably holds the electronic device. The elongated bars are slidably inserted into the openings of the arms.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2011Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Inventor: Shawn White
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Publication number: 20150083767Abstract: The subject of the invention is a multipurpose personal plane support device comprising a tray (10), a ventral bearer (12), means (14) for fastening this ventral bearer around the waist of a user and means (16) of articulated connection interposed between said tray (10) and the ventral bearer (12), these means (16) of articulated connection comprising at least one hinge (22) allowing an angular travel, between a first position of non-use which is parallel to the body of the user, upwards, and a position of use which is perpendicular to the body of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2013Publication date: March 26, 2015Inventor: Arnaud Vahedi
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Patent number: 8985693Abstract: An upright sleep support system incorporates a head cushion having a face relief aperture to receive the eyes, nose, mouth and chin of a passenger placing his or her face against the head cushion with a hinged support structure for angular adjustment, sleeves that open in front to support the passengers arms, and a chest cushion on the back of the device. The chest cushion receives the passenger's chest in a forward leaning position. The head cushion is deployable from a backpack and the chest cushion is integrated into the back of the backpack.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2013Date of Patent: March 24, 2015Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: William J. Purpura, Paula K. Purpura
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Patent number: 8944301Abstract: An article carrier has a first member including a top side and a first arch. The first arch optionally is for receiving a first article. The article carrier also has a moveable second member connected to the first member. The second member is moveable from a first position connected to a lateral side of the first member and to a second position where the moveable second member is not connected to the lateral side. The moveable second member may retain a second article on the moveable second member in the second position. The second member may capture a temple bar of a pair of glasses on the second member.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2014Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Trineitte & Co.Inventors: Victoria Nazarenko, Anastasia Nazarenko
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Patent number: 8807406Abstract: The multi-purpose convertible carrier is a briefcase-styled housing inclusive of an adjustable strap, which supports said housing against an end user's torso or a car seat back. The housing opens to form a supporting surface upon which a laptop or tablet computer rests in perpendicular orientation with respect to the torso or car seat back. The adjustable strap extends around an end user's neck or a car seat head rest to support the housing thereon.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2012Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Inventor: Chris H. Thach
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Patent number: 8726953Abstract: A device for extracting a card such as a credit card from a wallet. The device may comprise a pulling hook formed from relatively thin material, a handle for grasping, and a strap connecting the handle to the pulling hook. The handle may be configured as a T-handle. The strap may bear adhesive to discourage the card from sliding along the length of the strap. The device may have a pushing hook opening in a direction opposite that of the pulling hook, such that the card may be inserted between and engage the pushing hook and the pulling hook and be entrapped therebetween. The hook may have sufficient overall length to project outside a pocket into which the card has been stored and in which the card is fully contained.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2011Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Inventor: Kathie Paulsen
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Patent number: 8157137Abstract: A neck-mounted personal eating apparatus designed to facilitate eating by a person away from a table, is herein disclosed. The apparatus comprises a rectangular tray equipped with a raised lip around the entire perimeter to prevent liquid spills or loss of crumbs. The short side edges of the tray are provided with an adjustable padded neck strap which goes up and around the rear neck area of the user and attaches to the opposite sides of the tray. The neck strap comprises a flexible plastic āUā-shape strap having a plurality of holes to allow for adjustment. The holes connect to molded ball-end appendages located on either side of the tray. In such a manner, the neck strap can be easily resized to suit all size users from large adults to small children. Additionally, the apparatus comprises an angled fixed length strap that connects to the neck strap to help keep the tray level and prevent movement during use.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2010Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Inventor: Robert Laird
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Patent number: 8109421Abstract: A hands free case for mobile personal computers provides a mobile worker a stable platform for laptops, Tablet PCs, Ultra Mobile PCs and accessories. One embodiment comprises a platform insert (22), fabric shell (24), shoulder harness (28), waist/torso harness(30) and an articulated flap (26). Shoulder harness (28) and waist/torso harness (30) is attached to fabric shell (24) via two or more rings and hooks allowing multiple configurations of straps and computer display orientations. Mobile personal computer is secured to platform insert (22) by impact-resistant cordage. When shoulder harness (28) and waist/torso harness (30) is placed around the body a mobile personal computer is carried without being held. The case can be positioned vertically along the body and tilted to improve viewing by adjusting the length of shoulder harness (28) and waist/torso harness (30). When articulated flap (26) is buckled to top of fabric shell (24) mobile personal computer is enclosed in a protective case.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2008Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Inventors: John Elliott McLean, John Elliott McLean, Jr.
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Patent number: 8025193Abstract: A rifle holder device for supporting a rifle in a position that is easy to grab for taking a shot is described. The holder device lets a hunter or shooting enthusiast carry a rifle with its weight supported on either his right or left hip. Rifles are rather heavy weapons. Should the hunter or shooting enthusiast carry one in his hands or arms for an extended period of time, his muscles can get fatigued. This makes it more difficult to get off an accurate shot in a timely manner. However, the present holder device puts most of the rifle's weight on the hunter's hip, thereby freeing his hands and arms from having to carry the rifle until it's time to take a shoot. Further, the present holder device is adjustable for carrying rifles of many different sizes.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2009Date of Patent: September 27, 2011Assignee: Globe Industries, Inc.Inventor: Robert Douglas Gornall, Jr.
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Patent number: 7896205Abstract: A carrier is in a generally three dimensional trapezoid-like configuration. The carrier has a closed square lower bottom. The carrier has an open square upper top. The carrier has four planar trapezoidal side walls.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2008Date of Patent: March 1, 2011Inventors: Kelvin Gonzalez, Evelyn Pichardo-Gonzalez
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Patent number: 7806305Abstract: The present invention relates to a redesigned food tray that is supported by the user's shoulders. The food tray features a two-part tray system that when folded out resembles a circle. The outer tray of the two-part tray system features two cup holders, and rotates about the center of the two-part tray system. When the outer tray is folded up, the cup holders retract. A bib-like cover attaches to the shoulder straps and prevents food and/or beverages to spill on the end user. The inner tray features a lip, which prevents spill from food and/or beverage to reach the user's lap.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2007Date of Patent: October 5, 2010Inventors: Nathaniel Moore, Jr., Miriam Moore, Lee V Moore
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Publication number: 20100116860Abstract: A backpack for storing and facilitating the use of a laptop computer by a user is disclosed. The backpack includes an enclosure having a front side, a back side, and at least one peripheral edge. The front side includes a laptop compartment flap that is hinged across a horizontal fold line and pivotable between a closed and an open position. The laptop compartment flap also includes a stop means preventing the laptop compartment flap from extending past the open position. With the laptop stored in the laptop compartment of the enclosure, the user may support the backpack in front of the user by the shoulders using shoulder straps, open the laptop compartment flap, remove the laptop and supported the laptop on an inside surface of the laptop compartment flap, with the weight of the laptop being supported by the flap and the stop means.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2008Publication date: May 13, 2010Inventor: Ricardo Tello
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Publication number: 20100102099Abstract: The present invention is a human body attachable apparatus for assisting a user, such as a mail carrier, with organizing and delivery of items, for example postal matter. This apparatus contemplates simple, stable collation with one arm, thus enabling those who only have the use of one arm to effectively transport mail and enable those who have the use of two arms to do so with greater ease and efficiency. The apparatus includes a surface for maintaining items while also providing elements to secure, hold and retain items in order to organize, transport and deliver the items.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2008Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventor: James R. Cornfield
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Patent number: 7681766Abstract: An article carrying device is provided for balancing upon a single shoulder of a person. The device includes front and back extended end members having a plurality of clips provided along middle and distal portions of the ends members. The clips secure packages to the article carrying device such that when packages of equal weights are attached to both ends of the carrying device, the device balances upon the shoulder of the person and does not require human hand intervention to maintain its position. The article carrying device is interchangeable and can be employed on either shoulder of the person. A hinge mechanism can be provided at an apex of the device for permitting the collapse of said device for transport or storage when not is use.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Inventors: Howard W. Harrison, III, Donald S. Urash
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Publication number: 20100043623Abstract: A keyboard support adapted to be mounted to the waste portion of a musician providing support arms that are attached to a harness such that the keyboard is allowed to reposition in the lateral direction with respect to the waist portion of the musician. The support arms are further adapted to maintain the keyboard in a proper ergonomic orientation so the musician can play the keyboard while standing as well as moving.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2009Publication date: February 25, 2010Inventor: Reed Goodrich
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Patent number: 7665641Abstract: A support system for devices having a back plate, and a support arm connected to the back plate, the support arm having a plate section with a device connection, the support arm configured to be jointed from the back plate, the back plate and the support arm in conjunction configured to hold a device in any one of a plurality of positions, wherein the support system is configured to be worn by an individual.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2004Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Inventor: Jason Kaufman
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Patent number: 7621681Abstract: A fully adjustable, handlebar support apparatus is readily attachable to a hand held video or still camera or to another support device, such as a monopod or tripod and includes a flexible, articulating handle which may be grasped by the camera operator and selectively manipulated to exhibit an infinite range of possible contours to the flexible handle.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2006Date of Patent: November 24, 2009Assignee: Anton/Bauer, Inc.Inventor: Alexander P. DeSorbo
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Publication number: 20090272779Abstract: A foldable portable universal laptop computer holder and harness for hands-free mobile use of a laptop while standing or walking is provided and includes a laptop tray frame, a tray arm connected to said tray frame for supporting a laptop computer, a torso bar pivotally connected to said tray arm, wherein said tray arm can pivot up essentially parallel in position to said torso bar and can pivot down essentially perpendicular in position to said torso bar, a chest support connected to said torso bar, one or more housings attached to said chest support wherein said housings can adjustably slide in relation to said chest support, and shoulder supports pivotally connected to said housings wherein said shoulder supports can pivot laterally in relation to said housings.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2008Publication date: November 5, 2009Inventor: Phuong Dinh Vu
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Publication number: 20090251593Abstract: A pad main body of a shoulder pad includes an elastic pad part comprising two side walls provided to face each other, and a bottom wall provided between these side walls to form a U-shape along with the side walls; and a rib provided on the inside of the U shape of the pad part, from one of the two side walls to the other.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2009Publication date: October 8, 2009Inventor: Junya Yamada
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Patent number: 7588225Abstract: Devices and methods are provided for detachably securing cans for use in plumbing, painting, construction, and home improvement. The devices are configured for mounting a structure such as a ladder, scaffold, bench, tool box, saw horse, table, railing, pipe, wood, lumber, metal, or plastic support or other object and further configured for detachably securing cans, such as cans containing PVC glue or primer for a plumber's use. In one device, the securing members have two arms configured to be arranged in an open state for receiving the can with substantially zero insertion force. In that device, the arms have end portions with latching members configured to join together in a first engagement position with the can. In a closed state, the latching members are in a partially overlapping configuration that pulls the arms tightly around the circumference of the can and thereby supplies a compression fit with high pull-apart strength.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2006Date of Patent: September 15, 2009Inventor: Marvin Wawerski
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Patent number: 7565989Abstract: The present invention relates to a hook device which can be firmly positioned on a nailer, wherein a fastener is used to insert in the rear plug by cooperating with a ring-like hook, so as to make the rear plug slightly bulge out to press against the ring-like hook, thus, the ring-like hook is firmly fixed to the rear plug. The hook device can be arbitrarily and rotatably positioned on the nailer, wherein a plurality of positioning grooves are formed on the step circular wall of the rear plug, and a ring-like hook is mounted on the rear plug. The ring-like hook is provided with a positioning unit which is to be engaged in the positioning grooves of the rear plug, so as to enable the ring-like hook to be rotatably positioned on rear plug. Thereby, the user can position the nailer arbitrarily according to real needs.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2004Date of Patent: July 28, 2009Assignee: Basso Industry Corp.Inventors: Chun-Chih Lai, Jian-Rung Wu
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Publication number: 20090179055Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus and method for transferring weight of a parcel being carried by a user to the hip area of the user. The apparatus includes one or more small platforms, a brace, and two fasteners. The brace typically slides behind the belt of the user, inside the pants or skirt. The fasteners attach to the belt. The carrier will typically support the parcel with two hands and the platform(s) of the apparatus. The whole apparatus can be fabricated as a unitary component from sheet metal or molded plastic, although often the top surface platform will be covered with some slip-retarding material, such as rubber or plastic. The apparatus is easy to insert and remove, lightweight, and nearly invisible when worn. The device is particularly useful for parcel delivery carriers.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2008Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventor: Lorico Estrellado
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Patent number: 7495163Abstract: A keyboard support adapted to be mounted to the waste portion of a musician providing support arms that are attached to a harness such that the keyboard is allowed to reposition in the lateral direction with respect to the waist portion of the musician. The support arms are further adapted to maintain the keyboard in a proper ergonomic orientation so the musician can play the keyboard while standing as well as moving.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2007Date of Patent: February 24, 2009Inventor: Reed Goodrich
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Publication number: 20090039124Abstract: A universal carrying apparatus for a laptop computer or other electric device having dual hinges wherein an end of the carrying apparatus is threaded through the gap between a screen and a computer deck and between dual hinges of the laptop computer and a strip or bar at the other end of the apparatus prevents the apparatus from disengaging from the computer. The anchoring bar against the hinges supports the weight of the computer. The invention also relates to a kit having a universal attachable carrying apparatus and a laptop computer or other electronic device with dual hinges. The invention further relates to a method of retrofitting a laptop computer or other device with a universal carrying apparatus of the invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2007Publication date: February 12, 2009Inventor: James T. Leto
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Patent number: 7392921Abstract: An improved transportable paper towel dispenser intended to be worn on the person of the user for the purpose of having a constant access to a roll of paper towels when cleaning. The transport assembly supports an adjustable tension mechanism and a dowel system bearing a roll of paper towels. The transport assembly, tension mechanism and dowel system are interconnected by pulley systems that control the pressure exerted upon the roll of paper towels, thus providing controlled dispensing of the entire roll of paper towels and to retard unraveling. And further adjusting to raise or lower the angle of the paper towel roll.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2004Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Inventor: Rebecca Anne McKenzie
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Patent number: 7344116Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 9, 2005Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Assignee: North South Machine Shop, Inc.Inventors: Mark Alan Ficarra, Joseph Ficarra
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Patent number: 7309472Abstract: A sterilization system for dental and orthodontic tools is provided with a transport rack dimensionally sized to hold a plurality interchangeable cassettes. The interchangeable cassettes are designed and intended to hold kits of dental or orthodontic tools and are provided with top opening, double-hinged covers which lay flat on the surface when opened and used at a dental workstation.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2002Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Inventors: Dennis J. Michaelson, Jeffrey W. Mix
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Patent number: 7290689Abstract: The present invention is an improved bow holder. An engagement member is provided to connect the holder with a hunter or a hunter's apparel or equipment. A spacing member extends outwardly and downwardly therefrom to a support member. The support member forms a generally open-topped support structure such as a trough or arms located below a hunter's waist to suspend a bow by supporting a generally taut bow string, thus allowing the bow handle to rest generally at a height near the hunter's free-hanging and naturally resting hand.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2000Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Inventor: Randy Oxley
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Patent number: 7267254Abstract: A holder device designed for clasping containers of glue and primer used by plumbers for installing and repairing pipes. The main frame of the holder device is a unit member made of flexible material and further comprising a vertical arm and a horizontal member. The vertical arm has an upper end tongue and a free elongated portion at the lower end. The upper end tongue ends with a hook enabling the plumber to adjust the devise on a belt. The holder device also has through rectangular hole in the arm designed for hanging the devise on supporting structures. The elongated portion of the lower end of the arm facilitates this function while bringing more stability and increasing the useful life of the holder device. The horizontal member has a carrying part with clasps, designed for holding glue and primer containers by pressure grip. Use of the holder device facilitates the movement and decreases the oscillation and instability while carrying and hanging primer and glue containers.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2003Date of Patent: September 11, 2007Inventor: Miquel Angel Perez
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Patent number: 7140148Abstract: A one piece device for temporarily holding fly fishing line stripped from a reel and prior to being cast. The device is made from a single piece of continuous metal rod, bent at various locations along the rod to form a holding arm and a base clip. The fishing line is hung in coils from the holding arm. The clip may be attached to clothing, thereby securing the device on or about an angler, so that when a cast is made, the line uncoils from the arm.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2004Date of Patent: November 28, 2006Inventor: Wallace W. Williams, II
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Patent number: 7051910Abstract: A field desk apparatus, designed to be worn by a user, is configured with two soft triangular structures having a work platform as a common element. Shoulder straps and support straps form the remaining two elements for each of the soft triangular structures, respectively. The weight of a work piece, supported by the work platform, is distributed to a lateral belt of the field desk apparatus, via the soft triangular structures, to ergonomically balance the weight of the work piece about the user.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2002Date of Patent: May 30, 2006Inventors: Ronald L. Sprague, Althea Antonette Sprague
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Patent number: 6840415Abstract: A brace assembly for supporting a drywall pan including a support frame positionable within a user's hand adapted for holding a drywall pan. An arm and wrist brace is adapted for being secured to a user's arm and wrist. A connection brace extends between the support frame and the arm and wrist brace.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2001Date of Patent: January 11, 2005Inventor: Eddie Sapien, Jr.
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Publication number: 20040256433Abstract: A clip having a portion for attachment to user's belt and a portion for holding a mud pan so that the mud pan is effectively hung via the clip from the user's belt.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2003Publication date: December 23, 2004Inventor: Dennis Baird
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Patent number: 6824031Abstract: A portable paper towel dispenser to be worn on the waist of the user for the purpose of having a constant access too a roll of paper towels when cleaning. An adjustable belt assembly supports a detachable dowel system which bears a roll of paper towels and a detachable tension mechanism to retard unraveling. The harness belt strap adjusts to present the paper towels in front, back or to the side of the user's body. The harness belt appendages adjust to raise or lower the angle of the paper towel roll.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2002Date of Patent: November 30, 2004Inventor: Rebecca McKenzie
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Patent number: 6796473Abstract: A laptop computer transport and support system for a mobile environment such as an airplane, bus or train is embodied as a wheeled clamshell style backpack carrying case with a retractable handle. The system is employed by unzipping three case edges and lifting a hinged protective cover thereby exposing a computer. The backpack straps unhook from the cover and secure to a user's seatback or around a user's headrest while strap posts at an opposite backpack strap end extend from the case and prevent strap interference with the user. A foldable or detachable handle permits retractable handle posts to extend on each side of the user and support the system against the seatback instead of the user when the system is used. Optionally, computer peripherals within a compartmentalized base are connected within the base to a docking station port and provide the computer with quick access to the peripherals.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2003Date of Patent: September 28, 2004Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventor: William J. Purpura
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Patent number: 6790201Abstract: The present invention relates to strap assemblies. More specifically, the present invention relates to strap assemblies for supporting one or more devices mountable on an individual or patient, such as a drainage reservoir or other medical devices. Furthermore, the strap assemblies of the present invention are designed to alleviate some of the discomfort in wearing such an assembly. The strap assemblies of the present invention generally comprise a waist strap, a shoulder strap device and one or more front straps.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2001Date of Patent: September 14, 2004Inventor: Helen B. Meyer
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Patent number: 6789344Abstract: An arm rest and support for aiming. The arm rest and support consists of an upper member hingedly attached to a lower member. A pair of straps attached to the lower member wrap around the torso of the user for support. A third strap attached to the upper member is adapted to wrap around the aiming arm of the user. When not in use, the arm rest and support may be folded, allowing the user to move about. When the support is needed, the user simply raises his or her arm, causing the upper member to pivot and lock at an approximate right angle in relation to the lower member, providing the user with support for aiming resulting in greater accuracy and reduced fatigue.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2003Date of Patent: September 14, 2004Inventor: Charles W. Cain
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Publication number: 20040089688Abstract: A holder device designed for clasping containers of glue and primer used by plumbers for installing and repairing pipes. The main frame of the holder device is a unit member made of flexible material and further comprising a vertical arm and a horizontal member. The vertical arm has an upper end tongue and a free elongated portion at the lower end. The upper end tongue ends with a hook enabling the plumber to adjust the devise on a belt. The holder device also has through rectangular hole in the arm designed for hanging the devise on supporting structures. The elongated portion of the lower end of the arm facilitates this function while bringing more stability and increasing the useful life of the holder device. The horizontal member has a carrying part with clasps, designed for holding glue and primer containers by pressure grip. Use of the holder device facilitates the movement and decreases the oscillation and instability while carrying and hanging primer and glue containers.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2003Publication date: May 13, 2004Inventor: Miquel Angel Perez
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Patent number: 6722539Abstract: There is provided an engaging mechanism of a system in which the flange-like protrusion at the portable equipment is engaged with or locked to an engaging part at a belt clip, wherein both fitting and removing for the portable equipment are simplified. The system such that the flange 5 at the portable equipment 1 is constituted by the disc 6 and the annular frame 7, the protrusion 8 directed inwardly from the annular frame 7 with its circumferential sides being applied as slant surfaces 8b and 8c; the engaging plate 23 of the belt clip 21 (refer to FIG.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2001Date of Patent: April 20, 2004Assignee: Vertex Standard USA, Inc.Inventor: Yoshitune Iitsuka
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Publication number: 20040045992Abstract: A hook-like carrier adapted for attachment to and support by the belt of a user includes an attachment member having a pair of generally vertical, spaced slots which are adapted to receive the user's belt. Attached to an outer portion of the attachment member is a first element of a foldable hook. The first hook element is pivotally coupled to a second hook element such as by a first hinge and the second hook element is, in turn, pivotally coupled to a third hook element, such as by a second hinge. The hook elements are pivotally movable between a first folded configuration, such as when not in use, and a second extended configuration for engaging and supporting an article and maintaining the article securely in position in closely spaced relation to the user's waist.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2003Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventor: Matthew Dohn
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Patent number: 6685069Abstract: A shoulder protection device for carrying a ladder on the shoulder of a carrier. The protection device includes a resilient cushion having at least one slot extending therethrough and at least one releasable strap extending through the slot. The releasable strap may be wrapped around the ladder to secure the resilient cushion in place such that the resilient cushion is in contact with the shoulder of the carrier.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2001Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Inventor: David Ladd
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Patent number: 6679405Abstract: A multi-functional small pouch accessory that is made of a variety of materials and has easy access to storage for keys, money, identification, etc. The pouch is compact and easy to use with its adjustability and slide-ability. The pouch has ornamentation and comes in a variety of colors and fun shapes. The pouch folds in half creating two storage pockets and has a separate third clear-windowed identification pocket visible only when in the open position. The pouch has a small hook and loop closure to secure in the closed position but still allows for quick and easy access. The pouch easily attaches and detaches to a shoelace, boot, ankle, any body part or pet with or without a separate adjustable strap, rope or chain. Two elastic loops on the back and side of the pouch, makes it possible to fit and slide the pouch along any size strap, rope or chain.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2001Date of Patent: January 20, 2004Inventors: Kara Sue Zalis-Hecker, Marlene Present
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Patent number: 6659319Abstract: A laptop computer transport and support system for a mobile environment such as an airplane, bus or train is embodied as a wheeled clamshell style backpack carrying case with a retractable handle. The system is employed by unzipping three case edges and lifting a hinged protective cover thereby exposing a computer. The backpack straps unhook from the cover and secure to a user's seatback or around a user's headrest while strap posts at an opposite backpack strap end extend from the case and prevent strap interference with the user. A foldable or detachable handle permits retractable handle posts to extend on each side of the user and support the system against the seatback instead of the user when the system is used. Optionally, computer peripherals within a compartmentalized base are connected within the base to a docking station port and provide the computer with quick access to the peripherals.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2001Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventor: William J. Purpura