Abstract: A securement system includes a hook having a retaining clip, and an end cap that attaches to an end of a tubular structural member. The hook has a base with at least one channel having a lateral opening thereto. The clip is assembled with the hook such that the clip closes the lateral opening into the channel to define a longitudinal passageway through the hook. An elastic cord extends through the structural member, through the end cap and through the longitudinal passageway through the hook. A knot or some other stop is placed on the cord to prevent the end of the cord from moving through the passageway. The end cap includes V-shaped notches that receive and anchor the cord at desired positions to facilitate securement of cargo to the structural member.

Abstract: A jewelry clasp is provided, comprising a first hollow member having a base end and a distal end, wherein the distal end includes a first eyelet member fixedly inserted therein; a second hollow member having a base end and a distal end, wherein the distal end includes a second eyelet member fixedly inserted therein; and a third hollow member having a linking member fixedly inserted therethrough, wherein the linking member includes a first end matably engageable with the first eyelet member, and a second end matably engageable with the second eyelet member. In a preferred embodiment, at least one end of the linking member includes a hook member for removably engaging one of the eyelet members. Preferably, the hollow members are crimped so to avoid the use of adhesives. More preferably, the eyelet members are positioned on a cable or chain such that when the clasp is connected, the hook member will be directed away from the wearer.

Abstract: A hook for webbing comprises a metal rod bent in a single piece having an upper cross piece (1) intended for receiving a webbing, said cross piece transforming into two legs (2, 2') which converge from opposite ends thereof so as to form a loop part together with the cross piece, at least one of the legs transforming into a curved portion (4, 4') forming a lower hook part (5). The curved rod portion (4, 4') of the hook part (5) has a height which is larger than the width thereof in a cross-section in the area of the bottom of the hook part and thus a moment of inertia which is larger than the moment of inertia of a conventional round rod. In addition, the cross piece (1) has a cross-section-wise larger height than width and is, with the geometrical normal or major axis thereof, obliquely inclined in relation to the legs, more precisely into a plane of forces extending towards the hook part (5).

Abstract: A belt hoist capable of firmly joining a hook to a free end portion of a belt, although the hook holds the free end portion of the belt in a clipping manner. The hook includes a support rod around which the belt is wound and a holding portion for holding the support rod in sandwich, and the free end portion of the belt includes a first coiling portion wound around the support rod in direct contact therewith and a second coiling portion wound around the first coiling portion of the belt in direct contact therewith, with the first and second coiling portions of the belt being wound in opposite directions to each other.

Abstract: A reinforced bungee cord tie down for securing cargo without becoming over-stretched. The reinforced bungee cord tie down includes an elongate elastic member with each of the ends of the elastic member having a hook coupled thereto. The ends of an elongate inelastic flexible member are coupled to the ends of the elastic member such that the flexible member extends between the ends of the elastic member. The length of the flexible member is greater than the length of the elastic member when in a relaxed state and less than the length of the elastic member when in a fully stretched state.

Abstract: One preferred embodiment includes an elongate tubular body having a passage for insertion of a rope therethrough along the lengthwise axis of the body. A V-shaped or tapered notch is defined through a walling structure of the body with a wider open mouth portion of the notch open through a first end of the body, the notch extends in a narrowing fashion toward a second end of the body. Secured to the exterior of the walling of the body near the second end is a rope holding structure, the rope holding structure sized for receiving and holding a portion of the rope. A preferred embodiment the rope holding structure is a slotted tube or hook.

Abstract: An improved towing hook structure including a hook body having a surface provided with reinforcing ribs. The exterior of the hook body is wrapped in a layer of tough and wear-resistant rubber or plastic material using hot pressing to reduce possible damage to or scratching of the surface of a car to be towed. A rubber or plastic stop element and a rubber of plastic projection are integrally formed in the process of hot pressing to extend respectively from both ends of an opening of the hook body. The stop element is pushed into the projection prior to being completely cured so that it can elastically press upon and be retained in the opening of the hook body.

Abstract: A deformable retaining net for securing certain items such as laundry articles within a container such as a laundry basket. The deformable retaining net comprises a netting panel which is rectangular in shape and bounded on at least two opposite sides by double-ply sleeves. An elastic drawstring having opposite ends and a connecting hook at each end each extends through each of the double-ply sleeves such that the connecting hooks are located external to said double-ply sleeves. The device is employed by securing two of the connecting hooks to any surface contours of one of the side walls of the container, and then stretching the netting panel over the open top of the container and securing the remaining connecting hooks to surface contours located upon the opposite side wall of the container, so that the netting panel is thus firmly secured across the open top of the container, and items are prevented from escaping through the open top from the container's interior.

Abstract: Disclosed is a multi-purpose lighter mainly including a case and an igniting means associated with the case to form a union body of the lighter. The case has an integrally formed separating wall which upward projects from a bottom center of the case and defines an elongated inner space with an expanded and internally threaded opening near the bottom of the case. A long pin having one pointed end and an expanded and externally threaded head opposite to the pointed end is screwed into the threaded opening of the separating wall for serving as a toothpick. The expanded head of the long pin has a projected handle for a user to hold to easily screw the long pin into the separating wall. The handle is formed with a connecting hole for a key ring with several keys to hook thereto. A bottle-opener is fixedly attached to the case by ultrasonic or high-frequency wave. The multipurpose lighter is more useful and heavier to draw the user's attention to more carefully keep it without carelessly dropping it here and there.

Abstract: A mechanism for connecting a strap to a fabric includes first and second elements to be disposed cooperatively on opposite sides of the fabric and then securely coupled to each other with the fabric forcibly sandwiched therebetween. At least one of the two elements is provided with a non-bindingly held strap-connecting element to which either a strap is permanently connected by an end loop or which can detachably engage to a detachable strap with any known hook, snap-fastener, or the like.

Abstract: An adjustable tie-down stretch cord comprising an elastic rope and a pair of slidably-mounted hooks. The hooks have a cylindrical tubular member and an S-shaped hook member. The tubular member is provided with a specially-shaped bore and flared slot in the wall. The inner bore at a throat end has a diameter slightly larger than the diameter of the elastic rope and increases to a flared end. The flared slot extends from near the throat end to the flared end, increasing in width in a curved manner. The hook member has a hook portion and a rib portion. The elastic rope is formed of a plurality of elastic strands or sheets wrapped in a woven or braided, polypropylene, nylon, polyester, or cotton jacket. The hooks are retained on the rope by knobs formed by folding over and crimping each end of the rope using a hog ring.

Abstract: A unitary lanyard fixture made of a resilient plastic having a base section, hollow slider section and breakable connection therebetween. A hook for mounting an element to the lanyard fixture are also on the base section. The flexible lanyard cord is secured to an internal recess of the base section and also extends through the hollow slider section. Piercing prongs extend from this recess to lock the cord in the base section. A locking indentation and clamping hook holds the base section in a closed position. The hollow slider section is slidable on the lanyard cord and is connected by a frangible bridge to the base section.

Abstract: An attachment and cable fastening device. The device has an elongate elastic cable folded over at least one of its ends to form an eyelet. An metallic ring is crimped around the elastic cable's folded over ends. A strong metal hook with a frontwardly lying generally U-shaped front hook portion and a bent end extremity is placed with its bent end extremity fitted into the eyelet. A plastic covering is formed around the folded over end of said elastic cable, the metallic ring and the strong metal hook.

Abstract: A snap swivel hook assembly includes a hook subassembly having a hook body nd an elongated stem portion extending therefrom, and a swivel subassembly having a swivel collar and swivel ball seated thereon and being coupled with the elongated connector stem of the hook subassembly such that swivel subassembly can undergo concurrently rotational movement about and a limited degree of pivotal movement relative to hook subassembly. The hook subassembly also includes a hook latch release mechanism adapted to secure a latch member of the hook subassembly at a closed position relative to a cavity defined in the hook body so as to prevent pivotal movement of the latch member from the closed position to an opened position. The hook latch release mechanism also is actuatable to release the latch member from the closed position so as to permit pivotal movement thereof to the opened position.

Abstract: A versatile adjustable fastener system for securing loads of widely varying geometries, sizes and weights to a variety of objects is disclosed. The system essentially includes an elastic rope of a given diameter and length and four accessories, preferably injection formed of a hard plastic. The first accessory features a double hook configuration. The other three accessories feature a tubular member provided with a specially-shaped flared opening and a second member integrally formed therewith selected from one of the group including another tubular member, a hook member and an anchoring member. In the double-tubular configuration, the use of the rope allows for three different ways to employ the same to fit specific attachments.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for carrying one or more bicycles on a motor vehicle and a strap for securing the carrier to the motor vehicle. The strap includes a stretchable and contractible resilient web that is connected intermediate the ends of the strap. A loop is formed in the strap when the strap is not tightened. The web is stretched by tightening and serves to maintain tension in the strap. When tightened, adjacent surfaces of that portion of the strap forming the loop and the web are in close juxtaposition. Separation between adjacent surfaces of the resilient web and the portion of the strap that forms the loop, provides a visual indication of the degree of strap tension.

Abstract: The invention provides a molded synthetic resin belt connecting device of the type including a belt attachment member and a fastening member rotatably connected together, wherein a headed pin formed integrally with a rotatable shaft of the belt attachment member and a socket formed integrally with the fastening member are assembled together to form a swivel joint such that a head portion of the headed pin is loosely received in a through-hole in the socket, and a neck portion of the headed pin which is smaller in diameter than the head portion is loosely received in a cutout groove at a junction between the cutout groove and the through-hole. The belt attachment member and the fastening member are molded of synthetic resin in an assembled condition by a single injection-molding run or cycle. The belt connecting device thus constructed is free from break at a joint portion between the belt attachment member and the fastening member and hence is highly durable in construction and labor-saving in assembly.

Abstract: A safety snap for restraining livestock that is releasable upon the application of a selected force by the animal to minimize the possibility and severity of injury to the animal and handler. A lead rope is attached to the safety snap, which is clasped to the halter. Application of a selected amount of force by the animal breaks a shear pin, unlatching the safety snap to release the lead rope. The safety snap remains attached to the halter. A reservoir in the safety snap contains replacement shear pins.

Abstract: A mechanism for fastening a hook to a shock cord. The mechanism uses a cap to enclose and capture an end of the shock cord inside a cavity of the fastening mechanism. The fastening mechanism includes an aperture and side openings which each expose its inner cavity. A shock cord is fed through the aperture and at least one side opening, enlarged by doubling over and crimping and secured therein by an endcap. Alternatively, the slot and aperture are joined, which allows the shock cord to be easily pressed into the cavity.

Abstract: A swivelling snaphook is provided including a retainer rotatably connected with a hook member. The retainer includes a receptacle, two converging bars joined to opposite sides of the receptacle, and a base bar connecting the ends of the converging bars distal to the receptacle. The receptacle includes an internal wall defining an orifice extending through the receptacle. The internal wall includes three resiliently deformable projection segments extending into the orifice. The hook member includes a hook body and an insertion member for insertion into the orifice of the receptacle.

Abstract: A swivelling snaphook is provided having a retainer rotatably connected with a hook member. The retainer includes a receptacle, a base bar with opposing ends, and two converging bars having opposite ends with one of the opposite ends of each converging bar being joined to the receptacle and the other of the opposite ends joined to a different one of the opposing ends of the base bar. The receptacle includes a tapered orifice extending therethrough. The receptacle also includes at least one slit formed therein. The hook member includes a hook body and an insertion member for engaging the receptacle in the retainer.

Abstract: A swivel hook comprises a hook body including a proximal part having an aperture formed at its upper end to define a pair of overhangs and a substantially J-shaped hook portion extending downward from the proximal part, an annular link having an connecting axle provided on one side thereof, the connecting axle having an enlarged head formed on its distal end, the enlarged head being inserted into the aperture into engagement with the overhangs; a locking member having a pair of opposing side walls defining therebetween a chamber; and biasing means mounted in the chamber. The proximal part of the hook body is pivotally mounted on the locking member within the chamber with the aperture closed by the opposing side walls and with the biasing means acting between the proximal part and the locking member for normally urging the locking member into engagement with the J-shaped hook portion.

Abstract: A protective cover apparatus for an automobile (30) includes a cover (11) covering-passenger compartment (32) of the automobile (30), a semi-pliable metal hook (17) linked to a handhold (13) on the cover (11) by a cord(16) for securing the cover (11) to the front of the automobile (30), a storage pouch (18) for storing the the cover (11) and an adjustable belt (19) fixed to the storage pouch (18) for securing the pouch (18) and the cover (11) to the trunk (34) of the automobile (30). In a second arrangement, the front end of the cover (11) is secured to the windshield (35) by suction pads (55) under the handhold (13). The storage pouch (18) is replaced by a pair of tie-down straps (50) and a roll-up sheet (51). The tie-down straps (50) tie the folded cover (11) to the roll-up sheet (51) before the roll-up sheet (51) wraps up the cover (11) for storage. Both arrangements are similiar in operation but have different advantages in manufacturing.

Abstract: An apparatus having a collet piece in a casing for attaching to a shock cord (or rubber or rubber composite cord or strap) anywhere along the length of the cord. The substantial change in width of a circular or flat shock cord as it is stretched is used to make the width of the cord narrow. When the cord is narrow it freely moves through a passage in the collet piece unit. When the cord is released to its fully relaxed width, the cord's width is wider than the greatest width of the passage through the collet piece and casing unit. The compression on the cord creates a frictional holding force between the collet piece, casing unit, and the shock cord. A tapered opening is provided in the casing so that when the cord is pulled in one direction while the casing is held, the frictional force causes the collet piece to slide along the tapered opening thereby reducing the width of the passage through the collet piece and casing unit to grip and hold the shock cord in the passage.

Abstract: A quick release disconnect for a harness comprising an attached pivotable collar that is pulled through gravitational force from a lock position of upward rotation into a normal release position of downward rotation. The pivotable collar in its lock position of upward rotation engages a yoke on a snaphook. A tang secures the pivotable collar in its lock position to the yoke. A flexible quick-release means detaches the from the pivotable collar such that the pivotable collar returns to its normal release position and the yoke is automatically disengaged from the pivotable collar.

Abstract: The braided line apparatus comprises a flexible, braided line into which a portion of a solid shaft is inserted which expands the braided line relative to the dimensions under tension and creates initial friction between the shaft and the flexible braided line. The shaft has a constant diameter and has a curved neck portion to create a hook section for ease of connection.

Abstract: A swivel hook assembly comprises a web-engaging member adapted for engaging a web and having a pivotal hole formed therein and a hook member including a hook body and a coupling member for pivotally joining the hook body with the web-engaging member.

Abstract: An improved lighter-key-holder arrangement, wherein the key-holder is independent from the lighter and comprises a detachable fitting having a cross-section similar to that of the lighter. The cross-section can be circular or rectangular. The fitting is coupled to the lighter by a threaded pin centrally formed thereon and received in a threaded bore hole centrally formed on the bottom surface of the lighter. The fitting is provided with a transverse opening that is closed by a latch actuated by a spring and manually operated by an external button. In another embodiment, the fitting has a cross-section different from that of the lighter. In yet another embodiment, the lighter body is spherical. In still another embodiment, a connecting ring may be provided on the body of the lighter, on the fitting or on the trigger lever of the lighter.

Abstract: An improved lighter-key-holder arrangement, wherein the key-holder is independent from the lighter and comprises a detachable fitting having a cross-section similar to that of the lighter. The cross-section can be circular or rectangular. The fitting is coupled to the lighter by a threaded pin centrally formed thereon and received in a threaded bore hole centrally formed on the bottom surface of the lighter. The fitting is provided with a transverse opening that is closed by a latch actuated by a spring and manually operated by an external button. In another embodiment, the fitting has a cross-section different from that of the lighter. In yet another embodiment, the lighter body is spherical.

Abstract: A snap hook and complementary buckle member having a connector assembly for connecting the snap hook to the buckle and having increased holding power when under a load including a buckle member having a male connector member to be attached to the snap hook having an elongate stem with first and second opposite ends and a shoulder formed on the first end of the stem having a predetermined shape and exterior dimensions, a snap hook including a female receptor member for receiving the shoulder therein having a tapered channel extending therethrough with a first tapered end, a second opposite flared end and a side wall therebetween forming the channel, the interior dimensions of the first tapered end being smaller, and the interior dimensions of the second flared end being larger, than the exterior dimensions of the shoulder, and at least one slot formed through the side wall of the channel having a first end open to the tapered end and extending along the side wall toward the flared end to terminate in a second

Abstract: This invention is directed toward a clamp with a hasp for fastening a cord or rope. The fastening means is a hinged component of the clamp which folds upon itself and is provided with locking means to maitain it in the folded position.

Abstract: A universal swivel hook includes a U-shaped member with a bowed base to resist longitudinal forces from a web, and a hook arrangement coupled to the U-shaped member for connection to a hoop. The hook and U-shape member are connected to allow swiveling along two orthogonal axes. The U-shaped member also includes stop to limit the longitudinal movement of the web to avoid bunching of the web.

Abstract: A fastener for a baby's diaper is provided which comprises a generally elastic base member having at least thre claw units spaced apart thereon. The base member can be resiliently extended and the claw units engaged with a cloth or fabric diaper to retain the two ends of the part thereof encircling a baby's waist in required relative positions and also to hold a portion passing between the baby's legs in position relative to the former. The claw units are specially designed to properly engage the fabric of a diaper and not to become dislodged therefrom (if properly installed) in use. The fastener obviates the use of conventional safety pins with the associated disadvantages and dangers.

Abstract: A fastener for a baby's diaper is provided which comprises a generally elastic base member having at least three claw units spaced apart thereon. The base member can be resiliently extended and the claw units engaged with a cloth or fabric diaper to retain the two ends of the part thereof encircling a baby's waist in required relative positions and also to hold a portion passing between the baby's legs in position relative to the former. The claw units are specially designed to properly engage the fabric of a diaper and not to become dislodged therefrom (if properly installed) in use. The fastener obviates the use of conventional safety pins with the associated disadvantages and dangers.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing a printing plate to a flexographic press cylinder includes a first and second end formed of a flexible plastic strip. An elastic strip has first and second ends and a mid-portion. Heat pressure and a liquid solvent are utilized for fusing the first and second ends of the elastic strip to a portion of each of the first and second flexible strips, respectively. The first and second ends of the plastic strips are then bent to form a fold useful for securing the apparatus to the printing plate and to the flexographic press cylinder.

Abstract: A swivel hook assembly for attachment to a carrying strap of a bag, for example, includes a connector, an elongate support rotatably mounted on the connector, and a hook mounted on the elongate support. The connector, the support and the hook are all molded of synthetic resin. The hook has a head rotatably fitted in a central hole defined in the support and locked against removal therefrom. The connector and the support are simultaneously molded in a single step of molding operation in an assembled condition. The hook may be molded integrally with the support. The swivel hook assembly is composed of a relatively reduced number of parts, can be assembled easily and less costly, and may be colored to meet user's various preferences for fashionable color combinations.

Abstract: An elastic buckle construction which is comprised of a base which has a bore at its top side and a throughhole passing through from one side to another side of the bore, an engaging ring of a circular shape which has a tapered annular wall surface at its inner side and which is adapted to be received in the throughhole, a buckle body which has an engaging rod of disuniform cross-section for insertion into the bore and an engaging plate directly molded on its one side, whereby the base and the buckle body are firmly interconnected when the engaging rod of the buckle body is inserted into the bore and the engaging ring clamps the engaging rod.

Abstract: A resilient tie-down device interposed between a hook connected to a vehicle frame and a chain connected to a transporter and characterized in that the resilient tie-down device includes a strap which is pretensioned and encapsulated in a rubber jacket.

Abstract: An endotracheal tube holder which is particularly suitable for use during medical emergency situations. The holder comprises a pair of identical curved, plate-like hooking members and an interconnecting attachment band which encircles the patient's face and neck. Each of the hooking members has a dogleg opening for receiving and engaging the endotracheal tube when the hooking members are overlapped in position over the patient's mouth. The attachment band has segments of bristly fastening material of the type commercially available under the Velcro trademark which enable adjustment of its length to accommodate patient's of various sizes.

Abstract: The device (FIG. 2) comprises a plaque (14), which presents at its ends, on the one side, a hook (18) and, on the other side, an aperture (12) in which is placed the throatband (C).The end, shaped as a hook (18), of the plaque is engaged with a cross piece (22), which comprises two parallel apertures (25) provided in a ledge (A.sub.1) of the wall of the helmet (A). The plaque (14), in proximity of the hook (18), presents a hole (20) in which is engaged an appendix (30) of a cover (26), which closes the ledge (A.sub.1) of the wall of the helmet.

Abstract: A shoe with interchangeble shoe straps having spring connectors is provided. The spring connectors are affixed to opposite ends of each strap employed with the shoe. Each spring connector includes at least one loop spring which engages a stud securely affixed in the lower portion of the shoe. The spring connectors and straps can be easily interchanged but are not subject to unintentional disengagement. The spring connectors also provide a desirable amount of resiliency adding to the comfort of the shoe.

Abstract: A cable type tire chain has traction sleeves on the cross members located only adjacent to the shoulders of the tire. The center portion of the cross members adjacent to the middle of the tire tread is free of traction sleeves. The traction sleeves are spaced away from the middle of the tire tread by either a coil spring through which the cross member cable extends or by beads attached to the cable. The cross members are attached directly to the side members of the tire chain by flat profile hooks formed from rectangular strips of metal, so that the cross members lie close to the sidewalls of the tire. The invention provides improved traction and reduced wear of both the tire and the tire chain.

Abstract: A swivel hook assembly for use primarily for attaching musical instruments, such as a drum or a pair of drums or other percussion instruments, to the torso of a person, so that the person has both hands free to grasp drumsticks or mallets to play the instruments, particularly when marching. The entire assembly is preferably formed from stamped metal parts and is provided with a slot forming member through which a carrying strap or harness may pass, which slot forming member is provided with a pair of openings at its extremities for the reception of hooks usually attached to straps surrounding the torso of the person playing the instruments. A strap extending across at least one of the shoulders of the person passes or is looped through the slot to properly position the assembly.

Abstract: A connection between a metal wire hook and a cord of synthetic fiber material particularly suitable for connecting nets of crossing cords into frames for chairs, sofas, beds and similar furniture. The metal wire has a bent portion with a free end. The bent portion of the metal wire spans an angle in excess of 180.degree. and has a pair of shanks which define a clearance space therebetween. The cord extends through this clearance space and the portion of the cord in the clearance space is squeezed and has therefore a reduced cross-section. The hooked portion of the metal wire and the squeezed portion of the cord are preferably cast into a sheathing of thermoplastic material.

Abstract: A connector consisting of a single elongated element such as a metal wire or plastic member formed in a closed shape with end loops joined by generally straight and generally parallel sides. A sleeve member is removably affixed to the parallel sides. One of the end loops is dimensioned to thread through a carrying lug on an article and the other loop is dimensioned for attachment to a hook connected to a strap or carrying harness.

Abstract: An article holding device consisting of a layered structure having a resilient core layer of relatively substantial thickness deformable under pressure for complete contact with a supporting surface, a holding member carried by said core layer, a thin non-stretchable layer at each side of said core layer rendering said core layer relatively inflexible, one of said thin layers having an outer adhesive surface whereby the load carried by said device is spread throughout the full extent thereof and said device is adapted to have its several layers separable removable for removal of the device from a supporting surface without marring or damaging such surface.