At Least Part Of The Engaging Means Is Directly Attached To Attaching Means Patents (Class 224/626)
  • Patent number: 9521896
    Abstract: A retractable and extendable tether device that attaches to a hand-held electronic device and selectively replaceably attaches the hand-held electronic device to a user. The retractable and extendable tether device includes a retractor, a retainer, and a tether. The retractor replaceably attaches to the user. The retainer attaches to the hand-held electronic device. The tether retracts into, and extends from, the retractor and attaches to the retainer so as to selectively replaceably attach the hand-held electronic device to the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Inventor: Patsi Peterson
  • Publication number: 20130168428
    Abstract: A sling bag is provided with a bag body; a carrying handle secured to the bag body and adapted to wear over the shoulder of a wearer; and a chest strap having one end secured to the bag body and the other end releasably secured to the carrying handle. The carrying handle is adapted to wear over the shoulder of the wearer with the chest strap winding around the chest of the wearer and resting the bag body on the back of the wearer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2012
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Inventor: Kazumi Fujikura
  • Patent number: 8302830
    Abstract: A device aid in the retention and transportation of small oxygen bottles worn by a user during use is herein disclosed, comprising a somewhat larger and cylindrical holster to hold a type “B” oxygen canister which is approximately twelve (12) inches long and three (3) inches in diameter. The device uses a formed shoulder strap available in two different models for specific right or left hand use. The formed radius of the strap forces the strap up onto the shoulder and makes the device conform securely to the user. A retention strap that goes under the opposite arm also aids in this retention. The device can be worn while sitting, walking, standing or performing most normal activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Inventors: A. Lee Jensen, Sharon Louise Jensen, legal representative
  • Patent number: 8109421
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Inventors: John Elliott McLean, John Elliott McLean, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7334714
    Abstract: An assembly that enables a person to flexibly position and hold in place an item of personal property for which the user desires to have frequent and immediate access is provided. The assembly includes a strap that extends diagonally along the front of the user, over one shoulder of the user, and diagonally across the back of the user, wherein the strap has end portions that come together near the person's midsection and attach, via a mechanism, to an item of apparel worn by the user. The strap can also be opened to extend around a person's waist or midsection. A carrier slideably engages the strap for example at a portion of the strap along the front side of the user. The carrier houses one or more personal items, such as a cell phone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2008
    Assignee: CallKeeper Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Worth Brown
  • Patent number: 7070077
    Abstract: A backpack includes a bag portion and only one shoulder strap connected to the bag portion at a first end. The backpack also includes left and right side straps wherein each side strap is connected to the bag portion also at a first end. The only one shoulder strap and the left and right side straps are each connected to a central member at second ends and wherein at least one of the side straps is detachably attached to the central member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2006
    Assignee: Buckman Imports, Inc.
    Inventors: John Egart, Gregory D. Myers
  • Patent number: 7059503
    Abstract: A restraining and protection device for the protection and the restraint of neckstrap-suspended equipment used in the field, comprises a flexible cover of sufficient size to envelope most surfaces of the equipment. Attached to or associated with the cover is one strap that extend around the user's waist. A second strap is attached to the equipment so as to extend around the user's neck, or alternatively over one of the user's shoulder as desired. The ability to change the configuration of the straps is accomplished by providing an interconnection between the straps such that the waist strap can loop through the neck strap when the device is in a harness-type configuration and separated to change the device to an over-the-shoulder configuration with the equipment positioned proximate the user's hip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2006
    Inventor: M. Dan Andersen
  • Patent number: 7048160
    Abstract: An infant feeding and entertainment support comprising a front panel and a rear panel detachably affixed thereto with the front panel alternatively adapted to include bottle feeding holder means, breast feeding veil means, burping cloth, as well as infant-oriented entertainment items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2006
    Inventor: Antonio D. Anderson
  • Patent number: 6443347
    Abstract: A personal harness for a wearable computer on the body of a user has a waist belt and a shoulder sling that are integrally formed with each other. The waist belt is inelastic and forms a belt around the waist of the user. The waist belt has a strap with hook-and-loop fasteners for adjusting the circumference of the waist belt. The shoulder sling is draped over one shoulder of the user and has front and rear sashes with primary and secondary compartments, respectively. The primary compartment has a zipper along one side edge and a sealable flap at an upper end for containing wearable computer hardware. The secondary compartment also has a sealable flap at an upper end for supporting telecommunications equipment for the computer on the body of the user. In addition, both compartments have mesh windows for ventilating the equipment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2002
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Luis E. Elizalde, Ronald A. Smith
  • Patent number: 6390346
    Abstract: An apparatus for carrying a cellular telephone or the like includes an adjustable shoulder harness. The shoulder harness can be adjusted to accommodate different-sized wearers. The apparatus also includes an adjustable pocket for receiving a cellular telephone. The adjustable pocket is attached to the shoulder harness and can be adjusted to accommodate different-sized cellular telephones or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Inventor: Gerrell T. Thomas
  • Patent number: 6375056
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2002
    Inventor: Jacques Henri
  • Patent number: 6155471
    Abstract: A drill motor carrying pouch to carry a drill motor on the upper torso has a pouch angled and shaped to allow for various types, styles and sizes of drill motors and such other undefined objects desirous to be carried. The shoulder pouch assembly has a drill motor pouch with an accessory containment unit on the front, a fully adjustable strap assembly supporting the drill motor pouch containing the drill motor and a safety strap to secure the drill motor in the drill motor pouch. It may be designed for left handed persons, and has a separate design for right handed persons. The fully adjustable strap assembly may have a section of widened and padded strap for the area near and around the shoulder and neck. The shoulder pouch assembly has an attachable and detachable drill motor bit and accessory holder for containing associated and non-associated objects able to be conveniently located on the fully adjustable strap assembly or other objects of which it may be able to be attached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2000
    Inventor: Daniel David Lichtenberger
  • Patent number: 6036068
    Abstract: A restraining and/or retaining apparatus 18 consisting of an elastic band 19 and retaining loops 21A, 21B for restraining and retaining multiple neck-suspended and/or unsuspended devices at the same time. The elastic band 19 wraps around the back and sides of the user and then encircles the neck strap, cord, lanyard or string 34 of a portable device 40 suspended at the chest or abdomen, and restricts its movement while walking, running, bending over or to the side. When the portable device 40 is used, the elasticity of the elastic band 19 allows it to be moved to any position from the chest to the face with little resistance and without detaching it. The retaining loops 21A, 21B hold and/or restrain other neck suspended or unsuspended devices at the same time for quick and convenient access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2000
    Inventor: Steven D. Cartmell
  • Patent number: 5915609
    Abstract: A belt harness for carrying and securing a portable radio apparatus includes a pelvic belt secured about the body of a user. A receptacle compartment is secured to the pelvic belt. The receptacle compartment is adapted for holding a receiver of a communication device. The belt harness includes a shoulder strap having first and second portions. The first and second portions of the shoulder strap are secured to the pelvic belt at opposing locations so that pelvic belt is supported about the body of a user. A channel portion is disposed along an outer surface of the shoulder strap for securing features of the communication device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 29, 1999
    Inventor: John E. Diakoulas
  • Patent number: 5893503
    Abstract: A new non-slipping shoulder strap assembly for helping a users to securely carry bags on their shoulder. The inventive device includes an elongate shoulder strap for resting on a first shoulder of a wearer and having a shoulder resting portion and a pair of end portions to which a load may be attached. An elongate armpit strap is coupled to the shoulder strap resting portion and extends around the torso under a second shoulder. A waist strap is coupled to the shoulder strap end portions and extends around a waist underneath the second shoulder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 13, 1999
    Inventor: Antoine Jean
  • Patent number: 5746365
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1998
    Inventor: Russell Scott
  • Patent number: 5513786
    Abstract: An umbrella holder which straps to an individual's torso is adapted to hold an open umbrella upright so as to permit the user's hands to be unencumbered. The umbrella holder includes a harness having a shoulder strap which crosses the back and chest of the user at an oblique angle and engages a waist belt. A support member which secures the umbrella to the harness extends generally perpendicular from the belt and engages the shoulder strap. The shoulder forms a brace which provides lateral support to the support member to maintain the umbrella in its upright orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 7, 1996
    Inventor: Jerome Drane