Abstract: The application relates to a liquid containment assembly (200) for a wind turbine (10), comprising: a support (202) for supporting wind turbine equipment (220); and a flexible container (300) suspended beneath the support (202). The flexible container (300) is arranged such that it is moveable between a collapsed position, in which the liquid containment assembly (200) has a first depth (D1), and an expanded position, in which the liquid containment assembly (200) has a second depth (D2), the second depth being greater than the first depth.

Abstract: An ammunition holster that provides for the storage and deployment of ammunition for reloading incorporating a strip style loader. The holster includes a main body, makes use of the strip loader with an elongate pull tab, and further includes a flexible flap and gate wall. The main body comprises an open ended box configured to contain and stow a loaded strip loader. The elongate pull tab is attached to the tab end of the strip loader to provide a larger gripping area for the extraction of the strip loader from the main body. The flexible flap and gate wall attach to the main body to enclose the open ends of the box of the main body while the flexible nature of the flap allows the gate wall enclosing one open end of the main body to swing away to allow the extraction of the strip loader using the elongate pull tab attached to the strip loader.

Abstract: A lanyard attachment assembly has a sleeve with an inside surface and an outside surface. The inside surface defines a passageway through the sleeve. A strap passes through the passageway and forms a closed loop to link the closed loop to the sleeve. The assembly optionally includes a connector with a connector opening therethrough. When the assembly includes a connector, the strap passes through the connector opening where the closed loop links the connector to the sleeve.

Abstract: A shoulder support device includes a flexible elastic continuous ring band and a slide adjustably movable on the band that divides the band into a pair of loops defining arm receiving apertures that are cupped over the curved deltoid region of each shoulder of a wearer to pull the shoulders back and downward under tension to achieve a correct posture position. The slide is moveable to adjust tension distributed to the wearer's shoulders. When the slide is positioned midway between the shoulder blades at the back of the wearer, it provides equal distributed tension on both shoulders. Moving the slide more to the left or more to the right allows the wearer to selectively adjust which shoulder receives more tension.

Abstract: The invention as presently conceived discloses a personal garment apparatus resembling a holster-like shoulder bag that is worn over a person's shoulder having a plurality of pouches and pockets to store and transport various articles. The presently defined preferred embodiment consists of: three front pockets for a cell phone, a palm pilot, a USB key, a MP3 player, money clip, etc.; another larger zipper pocket situated behind the flap pockets to hold flat items like a checkbook, a passport, tickets, etc.; an adjustable strap to customize the shoulder fit for most people; and, a set of attachment clips allowing the invention to be reversed for wear on either shoulder. Besides being a new fashion accessory, the invention's functionalities are intended to provide easier access and increased comfort when compared to similar items being carried on a belt, about the waist or in pockets.

Abstract: A bag with an adjustable strap configured for a holding the bag in a variety of different positions. The bag includes a bag body having a bottom, a front side, a back side and an opening opposite the bottom. The bag body includes two primary fasteners on the back side in the vicinity of the opening. An adjustable strap with two ends is fixed at both ends to the back side of the bag body in the vicinity of the bottom. The adjustable strap includes two end sections adjacent the ends, two extension sections adjacent the end sections and a middle section between the extension sections. A first secondary fastener is disposed between the end sections and extension sections and a second secondary fastener is disposed between the extension sections and middle section. The first secondary fasteners are configured to attach to the primary fasteners such that the middle section and extension sections form a long shoulder strap between the primary fasteners.

Abstract: A simple-to-use adornment device, and method, employed by a user close-at-hand for personal safety enhancement. It contains a personal alarm or remote control device while maintaining a capability for immediate alarm/remote activation to summon assistance. It has a jewelry appearance or comprises a modular casing to which exchangeable decorative elements can be attached. Since it improves the aesthetic look of an associated alarm/remote, users are more likely to wear it habitually and experience enhanced personal safety and well-being as a result thereof. Inner and outer members with asymmetrical keyed guides are in sliding relation to one another to form the casing with one-way assembly, and a cord/chain connected to the members maintains their association with one another even when disassembled. Openings in each member are aligned to provide activation button access. Optional features include an interior resilient spacer, a cover, a clasp, and sheet pockets associated with the outer member.

Abstract: A utility shoulder belt (10) configured to be slung over a user's shoulder and across a user's chest includes an elongate strap (12) with a first end and a second end (18) configured to be coupled to each other. The strap (12) has an interior surface (59) to be placed against the user and an exterior surface (57) opposite the interior surface. A support frame assembly (14) is attached to the strap (12) and outwardly extends from the exterior surface (57) of the strap, and a pocket assembly (16) is disposed between the strap and the support frame assembly.

Abstract: A carrying assembly (10, 110) having an easy release clip for carrying of an electronic device (12, 112) is disclosed. In both a first and a second preferred embodiment, the easy release clip of the carrying assembly (10, 110) allows a user to insert and remove the electronic device (12, 112) in one step and without having to depress a release key. In the first preferred embodiment, the carrying assembly (10) is adjustable so that the electronic device (12) may be positioned in a horizontal position, a vertical position, or any position between horizontal and vertical. The carrying assembly (10) broadly comprises a rear panel (14), a spring component (16) including an integral leaf spring (46), a retainer button (18), and a base (20). In a second preferred embodiment, the carrying assembly (110) is fitted to a lanyard so that the electronic device (112) may be worn around the user's neck.

Abstract: A wearable book. A wearable book, comprising a plurality of pages and a loop adapted for encircling a body portion for attaching said pages to the body, is provided. The pages are preferably bound together at one edge and preferably are of substantially the same size. The loop preferably has at least about 50% elasticity for stretching the loop over a second body portion such as a hand having a substantially larger circumference than a first body portion such as a wrist, and thereafter snugly circumferentially contacting the first body portion to secure the book in place.

Abstract: A non-rigid identification card holder system is provided which can be attached to a breakaway lanyard for holding the identification card about the neck, to a clip for attaching the identification card to an article of clothing, or to a band for securing the card about the arm or leg. The identification card holder comprises at least one pocket sized to hold the identification card. In a preferred embodiment, at least one face of the pocket comprises a transparent polymeric material to allow easy viewing of the card. Any information contained on electronic chips which may be part of the card can also be scanned through the transparent material. A reinforced hole may be provided in the pocket face through which a finger may be inserted to aid in removing the identification card from the pocket. In another preferred embodiment, the card holder has two back-to-back pockets with the outer face of each pocket comprising a window of transparent polymeric material.

Abstract: An apparatus for the carrying of a recorder includes a ring sized to fit around the shaft of the recorder in a position that consistently permits playability of the recorder and a strap attached to the ring having sufficient length so as to fit around the neck of the person playing the recorder and allowing the recorder to hang in a position of easy access.

Abstract: A wallet (10) includes a pocket portion (12) defining a front panel (14), a rear panel (16), a bottom (18), side edges (20), (22), an open top (24), and a flap portion (26) that extends from the rear panel (16) for folding over the open top (24) to engage the front panel (14). The wallet (10) comprises male and female fasteners for engaging the flap portion (26) with the front panel (14). The wallet (10) includes a tether (32) that extends from the rear panel (16) of the pocket portion (12). The tether (32) includes a plurality of fasteners (34), (36), (38) spaced from one another for folding the tether (32) upon itself to define loops of different sizes, i.e. different configurations for various attachments.

Abstract: A bonding nurser that can be used to closely approximate breast feeding mechanically and psychologically comprises a feeding container that simulates a breast in fluid delivery, shape, texture, feel, and ease of infant suckling releasibly attached to a sling so that the container is positioned on the breast area of the adult feeding the baby, and the adult's hands are free for cuddling the baby during feeding. The feeding container is a breast-shaped flexible housing that holds a collapsible bag which delivers milk or other fluids through a nipple protruding through the apex of the housing and is filled through a screw cap opening at the base opposite the apex and secured in the housing by retaining straps surfaced with Velcro™. When the container is assembled, i.e., a bag is positioned in the housing, the straps present a loop interface that mechanically couples the base of the container to a correspondingly sized hook-surfaced area on a shoulder strap (or a hand strap).

Abstract: The strap packs of the invention are worn as a sash. Strap pack personal article carriers, e.g., stably conform to the body of the wearer to provide easy access pouches up in front of the body.

Abstract: The strap packs of the invention are worn as a sash. Strap pack personal article carriers, e.g., stably conform to the body of the wearer to provide easy access pouches up in front of the body.

Abstract: The strap pack carriers of the invention can be worn as a sash. Strap pack personal article carriers, e.g., form a loop adapted to stably conform to the body of the wearer to provide easy access pouches up in front of the body. Counter weights can be mounted to help stabilize the carrier against unequal front to back loads of articles.

Abstract: A wallet (10) includes a pocket portion (12) defining a front panel (14), a rear panel (16), a bottom (18), side edges (20), (22), an open top (24), and a flap portion (26) that extends from the rear panel (16) for folding over the open top (24) to engage the front panel (14). The wallet (10) comprises male and female fasteners for engaging the flap portion (26) with the front panel (14). The wallet (10) includes a tether (32) that extends from the rear panel (16) of the pocket portion (12). The tether (32) includes a plurality of fasteners (34), (36), (38) spaced from one another for folding the tether (32) upon itself to define loops of different sizes, i.e. different configurations for various attachments.

Abstract: A holster belt for frictionally fitting over a shoulder and against the chest and back of an individual, said holster belt having: an elongated elastic band having releasable hooking first and second clamp buckles at its opposite ends for attachment to opposite sides of a wearer's waist belt, a generally open holster assembly, mounted at the end portion of said elastic band proximate said first clamp buckle for supporting and retaining a box-like article against the wearer's chest, said holster assembly formed by a belt loop of the holster belt; at least one elastic loop strip being transversely mounted to an intermediate section of said belt loop to accommodate and releasably retain against accidental release said box-like article.

Abstract: A garment and a device are provided having at least one pocket attached to the garment or device accessible via a zipper or other fastener that provides access to another interior compartment formed by the pocket as well as a method for providing a garment or device with a waterproof compartment. The fastener is preferably a waterproof zipper that is attachable via a process requiring the pocket and the zipper to be attached by of gluing, stitching and/or heat-sealing the same. As a result, a completely watertight and waterproof pocket is formed allowing the user of the garment or the device to carry therein items that typically may not be exposed to water.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for securing a medical device on a patient's body. According to one preferred embodiment, a medical device holder is provided that includes a strap for attachment to a patient, a pouch attached to the strap, the pouch including a front layer and a back layer that forms a pocket for receiving the medical device, and a first fastener fixedly attached to an inner surface of the front layer to attach the front layer to the back layer to secure the medical device in the pouch.

Abstract: A multi-functional carrying device, including a strap with two ends which can be secured into loops, and a bag secured to the middle section of the strap. The bag is provided with a receiving element near its upper portion, which receiving element is capable of receiving the two ends of the strap, which strap then serves as shoulder straps for carrying the bag. A securing element is provided so that the bag can be compressed and secured along the middle section of the strap when the bag is not needed.

Abstract: A film carrier including a strap adapted to be worn by an individual and which is selectively connected to one or more belt segments which support a plurality of receptacles for housing rolls of film and wherein each receptacle includes a removable lid which is tethered to the belt segment on which the receptacle is supported.

Abstract: An article carrier strap apparatus includes an article-engaging strap assembly which includes a first article-engaging-strap end, a first article-engaging-strap connector attached to the first article-engaging-strap end, a second article-engaging-strap end, a second article-engaging-strap connector connected to the second article-engaging-strap end, a middle article-engaging-strap portion located between the first article-engaging-strap end and the second article-engaging-strap end, and a first strap-length adjustment assembly located in the middle article-engaging-strap portion. A support strap assembly supports the article-engaging strap assembly. The support strap assembly includes a closed, support-loop portion for supporting the middle article-engaging-strap portion of the article-engaging strap assembly and includes a user-supported portion connected to the closed, support-loop portion.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a belt-type carrier comprising a two-layer belt which is convenient, easily accessible, and adjustable for carrying multiple tapes or CDs. A belt type carrier having features of the present invention comprises a two-layer belt made from a flexible material such as neoprene, canvas, leather, nylon, or any other suitable material. Cassette, tape or CD sized openings are formed between the two layers of the belt. A second embodiment of said invention is a sash type carrier having openings formed therein. A third embodiment of the invention combines a sash carrier and a belt carrier into a single accessory.

Abstract: A new Harmonica Shoulder Holster for offering an easy, efficient, and attractive means of carrying musical harmonicas. The inventive device includes a backing material, a plurality of harmonica pockets, a plurality of note pockets, a leg strap, a pants strap, and a shoulder strap. In use, the Harmonica Shoulder Holster 10 is equipped with harmonicas 6, notes, a pen 4, and a pencil 2. The device is then slung over the left shoulder of the musician and the pant straps 16 are then fastened to a musician's pants using the strap clamps 17. Finally, the leg strap 15 is fastened to the musician's left leg using the leg strap attachment means 21.

Abstract: A bottle carrying device having a pivotable spout (120) for carrying a conventional bottle (24) from a flexible extension member (22), includes a main body portion (130) and a pivotable spout portion (140). A substantially cylindrical recess is formed in a first end of the main body portion, which has internal threads (138) formed therein. The internal threads threadably receiving an externally threaded end (26) of the bottle. A second end of the main body portion (130) includes a recessed portion (132) for receiving the pivotable spout and has a passage (136) formed therein The spout is pivotally attached to the main body portion through pins (144) and includes a flexible tube (146) insertable through passage (136). The lower end of the flexible tube terminates in the bottle's interior, and the upper end is in fluid communication with an outlet spout (150).

Abstract: A lightweight, compact carrier for carrying shoes and large boots, particularly in-line skates, in a side-by-side relation. The carrier may be selectively hung from the shoulder of a person when holding boots, skates or shoes or it can be worn about the waist of the person when carrying shoes. The carrier includes a strap assembly which wraps around the footwear in connection with a large strap which serves as a shoulder strap/waist belt. The footwear strap assembly is composed of a thin strap arranged in a figure eight with the center of the figure eight running through a patch with four cut slots. This patch is attached to the large strap. One of the loops of the figure eight is a closed loop that wraps around a toe portion of the footwear and the other loop of the figure eight includes free ends of the strap assembly defining an open loop that wraps around the ankle portion of the footwear wherein the free ends include an adjustable fastener, preferably a friction buckle fastener.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying folded hose, such as fire hose to locations where it is needed. The apparatus is constructed of lightweight, flexible material, such as webbed nylon and is capable of being worn on the back of a person, as a backpack. The apparatus has a U-shaped bottom support panel which supports the bottom and sides of at least one folded hose. The back of the folded hose is supported by a vertical support strap which lies against the back of the person wearing the apparatus. An upper horizontal strap and lower horizontal strap extend from the vertical back support strap around the folded hose to secure the folded hose to the apparatus. At least one anchor strap is attached to the bosom of the apparatus and the lower horizontal strap preventing the folded hose from slipping out of the bottom of the apparatus. The apparatus has two carrying or shoulder straps and a waist strap. The shoulder straps, waist strap and horizontal straps are adjustable.

Abstract: A bottle carrying device (20) for carrying a conventional bottle (24) from a flexible extension member (22), includes a main body portion (30). A substantially cylindrical recess is formed in a first end of the main body portion, which has internal threads (34) formed therein. The internal threads threadably receiving an externally threaded end (26) of the bottle. A second end of the main body portion (30) includes a passage (38) formed therein, which connects in fluid communication with the recess. A squeeze spout (36) connects to the second end of the main body portion, and connects in fluid communication with the passage. The squeeze spout includes a cap (40), which is slidable from a first position to a second position, wherein a path of fluid communication is opened through the squeeze spout when the cap is in the first position, and the path of fluid communication is closed when the cap is in the second position.

Abstract: A pouch (12) is provided for maintaining a medical unit, such as a telemetry unit (14), adjacent a patient (10) or personal articles or communication equipment on a person in a clean room environment. The pouch (12) includes a transparent front wall (34) and a non-woven material back wall (36) which are attached along a portion (38) of the periphery of the walls (34, 36). The transparent front wall (34) allows the telemetry unit (14) or personal articles to be viewed during use. The pouch (12) additionally includes a flap (42) with a reactivating, resealable adhesive strip (46) for releasably covering the top opening (41) of the pouch (12). The pouch (12) may be secured to the patient (10) or wearer by straps (18, 20) or a clip (52).