Closure Fastener Patents (Class 224/901.6)
  • Patent number: 6926182
    Abstract: A taser holster includes a carrier for detachably fastening on a user's body, a pouch panel overlappedly provided on the carrier and defining a storage compartment, having a top opening, between the carrier and the pouch panel for receiving a taser, and a shielding flap, having a predetermined size and shape, overlappedly extended from the carrier for selectively folding from a closed position to an opened position. In the closed position, the shielding flap is folded to enclose the top opening of the storage compartment so as to cover a butt of the taser for protection purpose. In the opened position, the shielding flap is held by the carrier, which allows the taser withdrawing from the storage compartment efficiently.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2005
    Inventor: James Victor Cragg
  • Patent number: 6719132
    Abstract: A flexible book-like storage receptacle for a compact disc and the printed material that typically accompanies such compact discs. The storage receptacle includes a number of clear, pliable panels movable between an open position for easy access to the contents, and a closed position for storage. The storage receptacle includes layered sidewalls designed as pockets for receiving printed material, as well as for providing support to the compact disc. In addition, the receptacle includes one of a number of different retention post structures to securely hold the compact disc in place. Variations for the retention post include a compressible core, a compressible rectangle, a molded cradle, and strategically placed compressible stoppers. Attached to the perimeter of each of the panels of the receptacle is a flexible magnetic seal that serves to maintain the package in a closed position until it is intentionally forced apart to access the stored items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2004
    Inventor: Jacaranda A. Sanders
  • Patent number: 6691906
    Abstract: A taser holster includes a carrier for detachably fastening on a user's body, a pouch panel overlappedly provided on the carrier and defining a storage compartment, having a top opening, between the carrier and the pouch panel for receiving a taser, and a shielding flap, having a predetermined size and shape, overlappedly extended from the carrier for selectively folding from a closed position to an opened position. In the closed position, the shielding flap is folded to enclose the top opening of the storage compartment so as to cover a butt of the taser for protection purpose. In the opened position, the shielding flap is held by the carrier, which allows the taser withdrawing from the storage compartment efficiently.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2004
    Inventor: James Victor Cragg
  • Patent number: 6644694
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2003
    Inventor: Phillip Seawright
  • Patent number: 6629628
    Abstract: A device carrier for carrying an electronic device includes a pouch having a rear wall and a pair of straps. Each strap has a first end, a second end and a side. The first ends of the straps are coupled with the rear wall at a distance from one another. Each strap further includes a first section of hook and loop fastening material coupled with the side and proximate to the second end. Each strap also has a second section of complimentary hook and loop fastening material coupled with the side and located between the second end and the first section of hook and loop material. Further, each strap has a buckle coupled with the rear wall. Each strap is secured to the corresponding buckle by placing the second end through the buckle and looping the first end over onto itself so that the first and second sections of hook and loop fastening material are directed toward one another and coupled together.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2003
    Inventors: John Anthony Canepari, John C. Marcolla
  • Publication number: 20030034368
    Abstract: An automatic toll detector case, formed of flexible material, has sidewalls, front and rear walls, a bottom wall, and a folding cover. The cover folds so that an extended portion of the rear wall folds over the open top of the case to enclose the toll detector. The cover is fastened to the case by a hook and eye fastener. The case is mounted to the interior of the vehicle's windshield by suction cups attached to the flexible material of the case with an E clip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2002
    Publication date: February 20, 2003
    Inventor: Walter Brzyski
  • Patent number: 6513692
    Abstract: The invention in the simplest form is an adjustable roll carrier luggage unit that can be used to transport bulky items safely and securely. The unit is a flat piece of material that is outfitted with end flaps and carrying straps and having a securing means such as hook and loop (e.g.: Velcro®) to secure an item rolled inside the carrier. The material is laid flat and the item to be carried, such as a tube, flat or rolled document, flat or rolled artwork, flat or rolled blueprints, flat or rolled nautical charts, clothing, food, or sport equipment is wrapped within the material and the securing means secures the rolled carrier. The roll carrier can be carried over the shoulder or by hand using convenient adjustable shoulder strap or handles. Support materials, e.g. foam core, wooded batten or dowel, can be inserted within the interior face of the material for additional rigidity and support during transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2003
    Assignee: Tranzporter International LLC
    Inventors: Lee Forgosh, Joanne Taube
  • Patent number: 6508391
    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).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2003
    Inventor: Patricia A. Gilbert
  • Patent number: 6496094
    Abstract: A magnet clamp for use with a hand tool is disclosed. The present invention provides a magnet that can be reversibly attached to an existing commercially-available hand-held tool without modification of the tool, thereby providing a way to securely hold various small metal items associated with said hand tool, while making said items readily available for use. Drill bits, saw blades, nails, screws, bolts, tacks, chuck keys, or any small objects made of or alloyed with a ferromagnetic substance such as iron or steel may be securely held by the present invention. The present invention also provides a simple and inexpensive process of manufacturing such a device from common items, including an automotive hose clamp, and from common operations, such as soldering and gluing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2002
    Inventor: Otho D May, III
  • Patent number: 6491196
    Abstract: A yoga mat holder is provided with a diamond-shaped leaf to hold a rolled-up yoga mat. The yoga mat holder has a quick-release buckle and webbing attached to the leaf to fasten the yoga mat to the diamond-shaped leaf. The yoga mat holder also has a shoulder strap and a waist strap attached to an adjustable webbing with another quick-release buckle to secure the holder across the chest of the wearer. The diamond-shaped leaf is folded around the rolled-up yoga mat and worn diagonally across the back of a person. Pockets are provided on the shoulder and waist straps to allow a person to access her belongings without removing or shifting the position of the holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2002
    Inventor: Maria Coler
  • 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: 6405912
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2002
    Assignee: Zoni Inc.
    Inventor: Martha Giannou
  • Patent number: 6364187
    Abstract: A holster for retaining small objects, such as portable cellular phones and portable two-way radios. The holster includes a body, a belt attachment loop and a retaining strap. The retaining strap optionally includes a pair of elastic cords to which is attached a forward attachment tab. The attachment tab is removably attached to the forward side of the body by, for example, use of hook and loop fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2002
    Inventors: Kimberly M Castellano, Douglas W. Shoemaker
  • Patent number: 6357646
    Abstract: The invention provides a holder for an article or mobile device. A holder according to one or more embodiment of the invention allows a device to be securely held in the holder while providing easy and flexible access to the personal device. The holder allows a user access to the device while the holder is in several positions. The holder may also include other features that increase the utility of the holder. For example, additional holder pockets may be implemented with the additional pockets being accessible in only certain of the several positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2002
    Assignee: Nokia Mobile Phones Ltd
    Inventors: Serhat Gur, Omur Durmus
  • Publication number: 20020020727
    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.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2001
    Publication date: February 21, 2002
    Inventor: Charles E. Huggins
  • Patent number: 6321958
    Abstract: A clip-on pocket, for securing over a horizontal garment surface, comprising a main portion having a main portion top, a main portion bottom, and main portion sides. The main portion comprises a front panel and a rear panel. The front panel is stitched to the rear panel along the main portion sides and main portion bottom, defining a main compartment which is sized to hold credit-card size items and is accessible at the main portion top. A main flap extends over the main portion top and secures onto the front panel, maintaining objects in the main compartment safely therein. A storage sleeve extends horizontally along the main portion bottom, and allows storage of a cylindrical object, such as a lipstick canister. A clip is attached to main portion at the rear panel, and allows the pocket to be attached over the horizontal garment surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2001
    Inventor: Christine Erdmann
  • Patent number: 6318613
    Abstract: A pouch attachable to a garment to store objects of credit card length and width has a container with front and back walls fixed to each other along bottom and opposite side edges to define a compartment sized to receive and hold, in a substantially immobile condition, several of the objects when they are stacked face-to-face and inserted through an open top edge of the container. Mating pieces of hook-and-loop material seal the open top edge to secure the objects in the container. A strap fixed at one of its ends to a back face of the container back wall proximate one of its edges extends across the container back face to its free end at a point proximate another of its edges. A segment of hook-and loop material is fixed along its entire length to the entire length of the front face of the strap. A mating segment of hook-and-loop material is fixed along its entire length to the back face of the container back wall between the fixed end of the strap and the point at the free end of the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Inventor: Annette K. Underhill
  • Patent number: 6296164
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2001
    Assignee: Dale Medical Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Ronald D. Russo
  • Patent number: 6257470
    Abstract: A vehicle cargo carrying device, for transporting and protecting articles on the roof of a vehicle comprises a one piece cargo bag with an aperture with a plurality of pieces of hook and loop fastening material operably positioned in proximity thereto. The aperture has a plurality of pieces of hook and loop fastening material sewn into an outer surface of the bag in proximity to the aperture, and a pair of pieces of hook and loop fastening material sewn are along an inner edge of the interior of the aperture. A strapping system is provided for securing the one piece cargo bag to a roof of a vehicle. One or more handles may be attached to the outer surface of the device for carrying and transport of the device. An inner liner system may be provided for further waterproofing and protection of articles being transported.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2001
    Inventor: David R. Schaefer
  • Patent number: 6230950
    Abstract: A carry container constructed and adapted to be rolled-up into a compact generally cylindrical shape includes a bag and a wrapping band having a front face, a back face, a fixed end and a free end. The back face proximate the fixed end is attached to a back and near a top of the bag. A fastening device is attached to the front face proximate the fixed end and to the back face proximate the free end for releasably fastening the free end to the fixed end after wrapping, around the bag when the bag has been folded and rolled-up.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Assignee: Joost Heetman Industrial Design
    Inventor: Joris J. G. Heetman
  • Patent number: 6182878
    Abstract: A versatile carrier for cellular phones or the like, comprising an upwardly opening receptacle, with an expandable side panel, for receiving phones of different sizes and shapes. An elongated locking tongue, with a resealable fastening strap, extends over the open end of the body of the carrier and retains the phone therein. A closure flap is secured to the rear panel of the receptacle, and can be pivoted relative thereto. At least one resealable fastening strip is secured to the underside of the closure flap. Complementary fastening strips are located on the back panel of the body of the carrier and on the adjacent side panel for cooperation with the closure flap. The closure flap is pivoted so that the fastening strips on the flap securely engages the complementary strips on the rear panel and the side panel, so that the carrier may be secured to a suspender strap, handbag strap, etc. in a vertical or horizontal orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2001
    Inventor: Enrico Racca