Abstract: A belt for use by healthcare worker includes a strap to encompass a portion of the body of the worker to which a plurality of holders (or containers) is attached. The holders are preferably adapted to hold or containing various items that are often used by healthcare workers in the course of their routine. For example, at least one of the holders can be a pouch fabricated from a lightweight, durable and flexible material. Preferably, the entire belt is fabricated from a generally, lightweight, durable and flexible material. In addition to pouches, which can hold or contain items of various size, shape etc., one or more of the holders can be adapted to hold specific items. For example, at least one of the holder can be a bottle holder. A belt for use by a person requiring care, supervision or oversight (for example, a child or a patient of diminished capacity) includes a strap to encompass a portion of the body of the person.

Abstract: The tubular self-retracting device (2) has an elongated tubular element (6) having an open end, a cord (8) extending through the open end and fitting in the tubular element (6), a clipping element (10) attached to the cord (8) outside the tubular element (6) and an elongated spring means (3) mounted inside the tubular element (6), for urging the cord (8) inside the tubular element (6).

Abstract: A backpack having a main body with a center portion and at least four extending portions. The center portion has an interior cavity which is accessible by at least one opening. First and second extending portions are adjacent to one another and are connected to third and fourth extending portions, which are also adjacent to one another. The length of the first, second, third and fourth extending portions each have a length at least long enough to cross a vertical centerline of a wearer of the backpack.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tool holder for mounting to a user's clothing article, such as a belt or pants pocket. The tool holder includes a first and second support members connected to each other and configured and dimensioned for receiving and hooking around the belt with the first and second support members disposed on opposite sides of the belt. A tool holding member is mounted to one of the support members and is configured for holding a tool. The support members are preferably of an injection-molded material. Also, the support members can be constructed as separate pieces that engage each other.

Abstract: A diaper bag body according to the present invention includes a bag body 1, and a storage pocket 10 disposed on a back surface 1a facing a user's back of the bag body 1. A folded sheet 13 such as a sheet for changing diapers is contained in the storage pocket 10. A small bag 2 is attached to a front surface 1b of the bag body 1.

Abstract: An artisan's such as a makeup artist's, hairstylist's, or artist's utility apron provides for the carriage of items such as makeup brushes, hairspray, combs, and additional tools and articles. The apron includes a belt portion with two separate sets of closures for securing the belt around a user's waist; a buttonable closure in the front, and, a two-piece side release buckle including an adjustable strap and hook-and-loops fastener in the back. The belt portion has a plurality of belt loops for hanging articles. First and second leg apron portions are integrally connected to and depend from the belt portion positioned at the user's sides. The apron portions include a plurality of open pockets and pocket loops for storage of articles. The apron is reversible 180 degrees around a waistline for either left-handed or right-handed users. The apron is constructed from a variety of natural or synthetic materials.

Abstract: A multi-function carry bag in a form simulating a garment, such as a sweatshirt. Zippered pockets are provided in the ends of the sleeves, such that, when the sleeves are tied around a user's waist by an overhand knot, the pockets are conveniently available at the front. Clips are provided in the ends of the sleeves and at the waistband of the articles, enabling the sleeves to be connected to the waistband to form shoulder straps. The ends of the sleeves can likewise be connected together to form an over-the-shoulder strap. The body portion of the simulated comprises a large pocket accessible by a transverse zippered opening. The zippered opening is located above the lower edges of the sleeves, such that an upper panel portion of the article folds over the opening to conceal it during normal carry modes.

Abstract: A hands free umbrella includes an umbrella having a pole that has a bottom end and a top end. A canopy is attached to the top end of the pole. A handle is attached to the bottom end of the pole and extends downwardly away therefrom. The handle has a bottom side, a top side and a peripheral side wall extending between the top and bottom sides. The handle is substantially solid. A securing member for releasably attaching the handle to a belt is positioned on the handle.

Abstract: A child carrier transport system. The system has a belt releasably secured around a child carrier, and a belt releasably secured around the waist of a user. The belts are coupled to one another and coupled around the base of the handles provided on the child carrier. A pad is secured to the belts to buttress the transmission of potential injurious force between the child carrier and the user. The resulting system is low cost, strong, lightweight, and does not prohibitively restrict movement of the user.

Abstract: A holder (1) for a hand held electronic device comprises carrying means (2) by which a user can carry the holder, and holding means (4) defining a closed loop (10) into which said device can be inserted, which holding means comprises a substantially rigid holding member (8) having a planar surface and integrally formed release means (14) in a plane substantially parallel to the planar surface or in a plane substantially perpendicular to the planar surface for, in use, releasing a device from the holder.

Abstract: A wearable waterproof storage system for protecting personal accessories, such as mobile phones and wallets, from water damage and/or the threat of theft. The system consists of a waterproof pouch with a screw-on cap, sewn into a wearable outer protective cover. Illustrated embodiments include a belted waist-pack and an article of clothing consisting of short trousers. The system is constructed from water-resistant and waterproof materials.

Abstract: A concealed holster for a weapon, characterized by a holster pocket typically mounted on the belt of a user for receiving a weapon such as the barrel of a pistol, a typically resilient grip receiver extending upwardly from the holster pocket for receiving and concealing the pistol grip and action in recessed configuration and a resilient or pivotal auxiliary case attached to the grip receiver for containing or simulating containment of a cellular telephone, radio or the like, wherein the holster pocket is designed to fit inside the slacks or pants of the user, with the auxiliary case and grip receiver extending above the belt, to facilitate quick access to the concealed pistol by forcing the grip receiver away from the pistol grip and action as the auxiliary case is pivoted outwardly, grasping the pistol grip and drawing the pistol from the holster pocket.

Abstract: The invention provides a modular load-bearing system to be worn by security and combat personnel, comprising a base surface provided with a plurality of sleeve means and a plurality of pouches, each of the pouches having a major flange-like extension attached at one of its ends to a back surface of the pouch, the extension being sized to be inserted through one of the sleeves and to be retained therein by releasable interacting fastening means provided on a surface associated with the base surface and on the pouch.

Abstract: A belt-mounted golf accessory holder for carrying golf items such as golf balls, tees, and ball markers on one's person. The belt-mounted golf accessory holder includes a container having back, side, bottom, and front walls, and also having a storage compartment disposed therein; and also includes a flexible flap being hingedly attached to the container and being fastenably closable over an open top of the container; and further includes an assembly of fastening the flap to the container; and also includes belt loop members being securely attached to the container for carrying the container upon a user's belt; and further includes a towel support member being connected to the container for supporting a golf towel.

Abstract: A combination waist pack is worn comfortably about the waist and unfolds to provide a protective accessory such as a seat cushion, water resistant or insulated barrier to kneel or lay down upon, or other apparel or padded articles providing protection to various parts of a person for use in outdoor sports and recreation. The invention is convertible to a seat or other protective device while unfolded and a warm & protective waistband, hand warmer & padded pack while folded. A user is not required to attach a seat accessory as an addition to the invention nor does he/she have to take up additional space by placing it in a pocket. Therefore, the invention is less bulky even when using thicker materials for padding. The invention is also simpler to utilize than previous inventions. The invention provides seating, padding, & warmth. It is more desirable, more fashionable, more convenient, less noticeable, and more comfortable for sports and leisure.

Abstract: A wearable waterproof storage system for protecting personal accessories, such as mobile phones and wallets, from water damage and/or the threat of theft. The system consists of a waterproof pouch with a screw-on cap, sewn into a wearable outer protective cover. Illustrated embodiments include a belted waist-pack and an article of clothing consisting of short trousers. The system is constructed from water-resistant and waterproof materials.

Abstract: A disposable, hydration pack intended, in a preferred embodiment, for use within a back pack or similar receptacle is disclosed. A gel filled ice pack surrounding the bladder of the pack allows for chilling of the contents of the bladder. In a disposable embodiment, the hydration pack may be pre-packaged with an energy beverage concentrate. A flexible, thin walled, disposable, or semi-flexible straw, passing through the wall of the bladder or through the cap of an access cap, delivers a beverage from the pack to the mouth of a user without the need for bringing the container of the pack to the region of the mouth. In an alternate embodiment, a belt attached to the bladder allows a user to strap the pack around his waist or over his shoulder.

Abstract: A moisture/heat channeling/wicking and vented waist pouch or pack adapted for use by an individual wherein the pack can be worn securely around the waist specifically to contain and/or carry items such as; personal electronics, cell phones, music electronics and any other personal items needed. The pack is secured to the waist by means of two waist straps attached to both ends of a pouch container element comprised of front and rear panels attached at their periphery with a recloseable opening and/or plurality of pockets to insert items to be contained. The front side and rear panels use moisture wicking and ventilation enhancing materials, constructed, connected and configured together creating evaporative channels which take or remove moisture absorbed through the back panel of the pouch, from the users body, and channels it for evaporation, through airation, to areas of the pouch which do not touch the users body directly.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A clip-on utility carrier for attachment to the user's waistband for the convenience of carrying handy tools, such as knives, pouches for holding small items, tapes, etc. The utility carrier allows belt accessories to be attached to the waistband of trousers, shorts, skirts, etc., with or without a belt, as well as to any other wearable or non-wearable material having a thin edge. The inventive utility carrier can accommodate several accessories at once and can, therefore, be used to assemble semi-permanent “kits” of accessories that are commonly used together in particular applications. With the utility carrier's clip-on or clamp-on construction, it can supply the secondary function of a waist belt (to harness accessories) without the necessity of serving the primary function (to adjust waistband circumference).

Abstract: A foldable, weather-resistant reference guide for wearing on the arm, torso, or leg. The foldable, weather-resistant reference guide is attached to a soft, flexible keeping member that holds the reference guide in a folded configuration. The keeping member is connected to or comprised of at least one flexible strap such as an elastic strap that encircles the arm, torso, or leg. The reference guide itself is made of a synthetic fiber paper for weather-resistance. The reference guide folds-up when not in use and is held in place by the keeping member so that the reference guide does not interfere with any physical activities such as snow skiing. The keeping member and reference guide can be opened, unfolded, refolded, and closed with only one hand, even while wearing bulky gloves. The entire invention is made of flexible materials that are comfortable, durable, and safe to a person wearing the article and participating in a rigorous physical activity. The reference guide is typically a map.

Abstract: A body pouch band for carrying personal effects on the limb of a user. The body pouch band includes a pouch having front and rear walls and side, top and bottom edges. The side and bottom edges can be gusseted. The top of the pouch can be fastened shut by use of an interlocking groove type sealing mechanism. The pouch is attached to a limb band which can be fastened to the wrist, upper arm, or ankle of a user. The limb band is made of stretchable material, and can be a cuff or a sleeve. The cuff embodiments have stretchable straps or bands that are either releasably fastened together at their outer ends, such as by use of hook and loop fastener material, or permanently fastened at their outer ends, such as by sewing. The sleeve embodiments are made of stretchable material, and are adapted to be slid into position over the selected limb portion of the user. In the sleeve embodiment for use over the upper arm, opposing holes pass through the wall of the sleeve to provide improved flexibility.

Abstract: A portable liquid container is provided wherein an elongated, flexible container is filled with a beverage through a closable filling orifice, and the container is belted on a user using belt end fasteners, e.g. hook-and-loop material. The user grasps a nozzle on the end of an flexible, extendable straw that is stored and wound within a spring-loaded winder mechanism attached to the surface of the container. Pulling on the nozzle causes the straw to extend sufficiently to reach the user's mouth. When finished, the user allows the straw to be rewound into the winder mechanism. A collecting member with an intake positioned low within the container delivers beverage to a mating member that establishes fluid communication between the collecting member and the straw. A color-coded temperature gauge and liquid level indicator are attached to the container. An isolating member is also provided between the user and the container.

Abstract: The present invention is a new and improved paint can carrier adapted for attachment to he person of a painter to maintain a paint can in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: A ball marker carrier has rear wall and a patch fixed to the rear wall. A slot between the wall and the patch slidingly receives a head of the ball marker and a slot in the patch allows a spike of the marker to move down the wall as the head of marker is slid into the slot The carrier may have a waist belt attachment, may be mounted to a golf tee carrier or a golf ball pouch, and so forth.

Abstract: A strap-like clip-on accessory retainer or holder for attachment to the user's belt or waistband for the convenience of carrying handy tools, such as knives, pouches for holding small items, tapes, etc. like a utility belt. The accessory retainer or holder allows belt accessories to be attached to the waistband of trousers, shorts, skirts, etc., with or without a belt, as well as to any other wearable or non-wearable material having a thin edge. The inventive strap-like accessory retainer or holder can accommodate several accessories at once and can, therefore, be used to assemble semi-permanent “kits” of accessories that are commonly used together in particular applications. With the belt's clip-on or clamp-on construction, it can supply the secondary function of a waist belt (to harness accessories) without the necessity of serving the primary function (to adjust waistband circumference).

Abstract: An adjustable security strap for a wallet worn by a user includes a strap 12 comprising a actual core 19 and a fabric sheath 20. A slider 13 is stitched to one end of the strap 12 and surrounds and embrace over a length adjacent another end of the strap. The slider 13 allows the other end to be moved relatively to adjust the effective length of the strap as required.

Abstract: A personal hydration system with a flow-restricting device. The hydration system includes a fluid reservoir configured to store fluid and a tube assembly that is coupled to the reservoir and configured to deliver fluid to a user's mouth, such as via a mouthpiece. The system further includes a flow-restricting device that is configured to selectively restrict the flow of drink fluid between the reservoir and the mouthpiece. In some embodiments, the flow-restricting device includes a body and a rotatable core.

Abstract: A medical storage pouch (10) is provided. The medical storage pouch (10) includes a bag member (14) having a belt member (16) permanently affixed thereto, allowing the bag member (14) to be worn around the waist of a user (12). Bag member (14) includes a releasable closure means (26). Fixed to an inner wall of inner compartment (24) within bag member (14) is a retaining strap (36). Retaining strap (36) removably receives an elongated container (28). Elongated container (28) includes a cap member (34) and has a recess (30) formed therein for receiving a syringe or other container (32). Bag member (14) and elongated container (28) provide protection and insulation for syringe or container (32).

Abstract: A suspendable pack has a cover that is secured to and overlies a pack. The cover is a comfortable seat cushion that is secured by straps to a top flap of the pack. The straps are adjustable to create a space that receives a seat. A person then has a comfortable place to sit, and the pack is out of the way of his feet, but still readily accessible. In a modified embodiment, the cover is a sheet that is sewn to the top flap in a manner that forms an open pocket that receives the seat. A pad can be inserted between the seat and the sheet. In a further embodiment, the cover is a plurality of adjustable straps that directly overlie the seat and that are secured to the pack.

Abstract: A moisture/heat channeling/wicking and vented waist pouch or pack adapted for use by an individual wherein the pack can be worn securely around the waist specifically to contain and/or carry items such as; personal electronics, cell phones, music electronics and any other personal items needed. The pack is secured to the waist by means of two waist straps attached to both ends of a pouch container element comprised of front and rear panels attached at their periphery with a recloseable opening and/or plurality of pockets to insert items to be contained. The front side and rear panels use moisture wicking and ventilation enhancing materials, constructed, connected and configured together creating evaporative channels which take or remove moisture absorbed through the back panel of the pouch, from the users body, and channels it for evaporation, through airation, to areas of the pouch which do not touch the users body directly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a backpack which is worn about the waist of a user, and it provides a backpack for preventing inconvenience in walking caused by sagging of a backpack due to articles therein by employing a pair of pulling means which simultaneously provide pulling power upward and crosswise on both sides of a lower part of the backpack such that the lower part of the backpack can be adhered to the waist more strongly.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for using a wearable computer in testing applications that uses a probe, a display, an audio communication device, a computer adapted to receive data from the probe, exchange data with the display, exchange data with the audio communications device, and exchange data using wireless communication, a battery, and a harness for securing the probe, display, computer, and battery to a person's body.

Abstract: A protective case to be worn by an individual for carrying a medical device that may be required in case of allergic or asthmatic reactions or diabetic reactions. The case includes a rigid receptacle to protect the medical device. The case can be worn on a person's belt or it may be permanently fixed to a belt or a band that can be worn around the waist, an arm or a leg. For a standard syringe, the receptacle comprises an elongated, rigid cylindrical tube which fits closely about the syringe. The receptacle further includes an open end that is covered by a cap that can be readily removed to provide easy access to the syringe inside the tube and which protects the syringe from contamination. The case is unobtrusive in appearance and does not hamper the individual's movements thus allowance it to be worn at all times.

Abstract: A tool belt comprises an inside girdle with a strap fitted through loops on the outside surface of the girdle to retain a series of tool pockets attached to the strap by means of nooses on the upper end of each of the pockets enabling easy adjustment and replacement of the pockets. The girdle is shaped to provide for maximum comfort and support of the user.

Abstract: A backpack or back borne load carrier system with abdominal support, providing both internal and external modes of back borne load support to increase an individual's load bearing capacity. An abdominal support pad and pelvic belt system is attached to a conventional backpack or equivalent load carrier system equipped with shoulder straps, to cause a portion of the load weight that would otherwise be supported directly by the shoulders and spinal column to be transferred to the pelvic region for additional external support, and to the abdominal trunk region for additional internal support through enhancement of the natural hydraulic muscle action of the abdomen in support of the loaded spinal column.

Abstract: A carrier capable of carrying one or more differently sized coin buckets typically provided by casinos to their clientele. The carrier can be adapted so that it is held to the body of the user via means of a belt or a shoulder strap. The carrier can be adapted to accommodate differently sized casino coin buckets by reconfiguring various connectable sections of the carrier. A method is described whereby the carrier is made by sewing together sturdy pieces of fabric.

Abstract: A reinforced article holder which is suitable for containing auto-injector syringes, medications, first aid items or the like. In a preferred embodiment the reinforced article holder is characterized by a typically nylon holder body having a backing layer, an enclosure layer typically sewn to the backing layer and a holder interior defined between the layers. An elongated, tubular container for containing the syringe, medication or other article is removably inserted in the holder interior. An L-shaped reinforcing member, interposed between the backing layer and a cover layer which is sewn to the backing layer in the holder interior, maintains the holder body in a substantially rigid conformation and facilitates insertion of the container in the holder interior.

Abstract: A support is positioned about an individual's waist in engagement with the individual's hips. A pair of stirrups depend from the support and accommodate the feet of a standing child being carried by the individual.

Abstract: A personal article retention system is disclosed that allows one to transport with minimum risk of loss, valuable personal articles which need to be readily accessible for effective use. In a preferred embodiment, this invention includes a tether having a means on one end that attaches to a personal article of its user. The other end of the tether passes through a first connector body and is then detachably connected to a second connector body, with each of these connector bodies being clamped on either side of the belt or waist portion of the user's clothing.

Abstract: A hands free umbrella apparatus that is easily packed and stored without any bulkiness. There is a spring loaded height adjustment mechanism used with a stem and attachment sleeve and two external support belts that utilize hook and loop fasteners or belt buckles to secure the support belts around the user. The external support belts can be conveniently wrapped around the stem and attachment sleeve of the umbrella apparatus and secured by another hook and loop fastener while in storage.

Abstract: A surgical instrument storage pack is provided to accommodate standard or videoscopic surgical instruments. The instrument pack is removably mounted adjacent a surgeon's or surgical assistant's abdominal or chest area and incorporates pockets that are adapted to securely and removably receive surgical instruments of different shapes and sizes. The pack may be mounted by a belt with straps or other mounting mechanism to encircle or embrace the surgeon's abdomen or chest. Alternatively the pack may be mounted by other affixing elements such as adhesive strips that directly affix the pack to the abdominal or chest region of a surgical garment. In this manner, the pack is secured at a frontal abdominal or chest position of the surgeon to provide ready access to instruments placed within the pouch and to secure the pack and instruments reliably within a sterile operating field.

Abstract: The invention concerns a waterproof case, in particular to sea water, opening by mere pressure on two opposite points, consisting of a flattened wallet (1) preferably made in one single piece of synthetic material and comprising on the inner face of the opening edges (5, 6) at least a compressible bonded or sealed joint (7) pressed against the second joint (8) or the opposite edge so as to make it absolutely waterproof when no pressure is exerted, the walls of the device being arranged such that pressure on the side ends of these edges causes them to move apart thus providing access inside the device. The invention is useful for the protection of various objects, such as coins, bank notes, keys, identity papers again water, perspiration, sand, dust and the like.

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 utility belt that includes a number of retaining rings for securing desirable tools to the utility belt as need that further included a cover strap for each of the retaining rings so that all unused retaining rings can be secured to minimize snagging of the retaining ring and possible death or injury to a user.

Abstract: A support is positioned about an individual's waist in engagement with the individual's hips. A pair of stirrups depend from the support and accommodate the feet of a standing child being carried by the individual.

Abstract: An improved side-release belt buckle has a male part with a resilient member and a female part with a cavity for releasably securing the resilient member, wherein the female part has a buckle-release aperture on a side (e.g., the top of the buckle) whose geometric normal is substantially aligned with a surface of the wearer's body. The aperture being substantially free of extension into a side (i.e., the front face of the buckle) that has a normal directed away from the wearer's body. The invention has application to saftey buckles for use in strapping firearm holsters and other articles to wearers.

Abstract: A utility bag system for holding items therein and wearing on the shoulders and around the waist of a user. The utility bag system includes a waist panel and a lower panel coupled thereto to form therebetween a spaced apart pair of side pockets and a middle pocket interposed between the side pockets with each pocket having an upper opening therein. A pair of elongate flexible shoulder straps each have a pair of opposite ends coupled to a top edge of the waist panel.

Abstract: A waist pack for carrying footwear, in particular in-line or other skates, includes a waist strap with left and right waist sections each including a narrow belt section and a wider belt section. Left and right footwear carrying assemblies are connected to the respective left and right waist sections for holding, for example, in-line skates. The left and right footwear carrying assemblies include first and second support straps each including a first end connected to the corresponding wider belt section and a free end. One of the first and second support straps includes a wider portion for extending about the footwear and a first fastener for cooperating with another fastener at the other of the first and second support straps.

Abstract: A convertible shoulderarm case which allows a hunter to carry his gun and all other necessary equipment either over his shoulder using a sling, or in a suitcase-like manner using a handle. When the gun is removed, the gun case can be folded to convert to a waist pack, allowing the hunter to keep all of his equipment readily accessible.