Abstract: A batting helmet system includes sockets facing the interior region of the helmet shell to receive clip elements for holding a chin strap or to receive plate elements for supporting a face protector. A clip element includes a base portion, a hook portion extending from the base portion, and a projection positioned on an end of the hook portion and extending toward the base portion. The base portion may include a strap retainer. When the clip element is installed, the clip element extends from the interior of the helmet to the exterior of the helmet through an opening in the helmet shell, so that the strap retainer is positioned outside the helmet shell. A face protector may include plate elements for positioning in one or more of the sockets. Plate elements and sockets may have corresponding geometries that limit rotation of the face protector relative to the helmet shell.

Abstract: This document describes techniques and apparatuses, which include improved bi-directional buttonhead ties, techniques for manufacturing bi-directional buttonhead ties, and techniques for using bi-directional buttonhead ties. In aspects, a bi-directional buttonhead tie is configured for securing an elongated member to a support structure and includes a tie strap and a locking head. The tie strap includes a first side and a second side. The locking head includes an outer side opposite a panel side, the tie strap extending from the panel side of the locking head, the locking head further including a first slot extending through the locking head from the outer side to the panel side, the first slot configured to receive a portion of the tie strap therethrough, and a second slot extending through the locking head from the outer side to the panel side, the second slot configured to receive a portion of the tie strap therethrough.

Abstract: Apparatus for connecting first and second eyewear ends. The apparatus may include a strap including a first strap end and a second strap end. The apparatus may also include a first connector at the first strap end. The apparatus may also include a second connector at the second strap end. The first and second connectors may include a first and second base, respectively, a first and second head, respectively, and a first shaft extending between the first base and the first head and a second shaft extending between the second base and the second head, respectively. The apparatus may also include a first fastener and a second fastener that may include a first attachment end and a second attachment end, respectively, and a first connection end and a second connection end, respectively.

Abstract: A helmet and goggle strap clip combination includes a helmet body with an outer shell having an opening in a surface. The goggle strap clip includes a clip body and a resilient leg with a foot at an end of the leg, the foot having a foot body. A cover portion extends from the foot body in a first direction and a support fin extends from the foot body in a second direction opposite the first direction. The foot is configured to engage the opening in the outer shell of the helmet with the cover portion overlapping a portion of the outer shell and the support fin being positioned inside of the outer shell.

Abstract: A method for occupying a toddler may include providing a flexible mat; affixing the flexible mat to a vertical surface; providing an elongated tether; affixing the elongated tether to at least one of the vertical surface and the flexible mat; coupling an object to the elongated tether. In some embodiments, the elongated tether has an anchor end and a retention end. The retention end may have one or more retention apertures, each characterized by a retention-aperture diameter, and a retention terminus characterized by a retention diameter being greater than the retention-aperture diameter. Coupling an object to the elongated tether may include disposing the retention end around or through the object and disposing the retention terminus through one of the one or more retention apertures to form a compression fit.

Abstract: Embodiments herein illustrate a cargo strap tightening device. The cargo strap tightening device includes a buckle assembly that comprises a strap webbing. The cargo strap tightening device includes a spring having high tension. Each end of the spring being coupled to the buckle assembly. Further the cargo strap tightening device includes at least two hook and loop connecting points and at least two shrink tubes to fasten the buckle assembly. The at least two shrink tubes are used to fasten the ends of the spring and the strap webbing when heat is applied on the shrink tubes. Furthermore, the cargo strap tightening device includes a protective sleeve to cover the spring.

Abstract: A belt bar includes a multi-sided enclosure which sides form a center gap, the sides can be extended and expand and contract to modify the size of said gap, allowing the belt bar to adjust to the width and thickness of varying size belts being passed through the gap. The sides have an inside cavity space that house elastic objects attached to panels that allow for the expansion and retraction of the belt bar.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a system comprises a mat body characterized by a front side, a back side and a thickness; a plurality of anchors, each anchor comprising an anchor block having an aperture characterized by an aperture diameter, a suction cup having a sealing surface and an outer surface, and a stem that is coaxial with the suction cup and connects the suction cup to the anchor block. Each anchor may be disposed through the thickness, such that its anchor block is on the front side and its suction cup extends from the back side. The system may further comprise an elongated tether that is removably coupleable to one of the plurality of anchors, and the elongated tether may comprise an anchor end having a generally spherical anchor terminus characterized by an anchor diameter that is greater than the aperture diameter.

Abstract: In some embodiments, an elongated tether may comprise an anchor end, a retention end, and a stretchable elastic section configured to allow stretching along a length of an elongated tether. The retention end may comprise a plurality of retention apertures each characterized by a retention-aperture diameter, and a retention terminus characterized by a retention diameter that is greater than the retention-aperture diameter. The retention end may be configured to enable the retention terminus to be compressed and manipulated through a first or second retention aperture to form a compression fit and a loop of a first size and a loop of a second, larger size. The stretchable elastic section may be configured such that an overall length of the elongated tether does not exceed a maximum length when subjected to a given amount of stretching force.

Abstract: A winding assistance device for tubular members having a first cuff including an elongate body defining a first cuff longitudinal axis, the elongate body of the first cuff having a C-shaped transverse cross-sectional profile defining a radially facing opening, where the opening of the first cuff defines a first cuff entry axis extending orthogonally from the first cuff longitudinal axis and bisecting a width of the opening of the first cuff; and a second cuff including an elongate body defining a second cuff longitudinal axis, the elongate body of the second cuff having a C-shaped transverse cross-sectional profile defining a radially facing opening therealong. The opening of the second cuff defines a second cuff entry axis extending orthogonally from the second cuff longitudinal axis and bisecting a width of the opening of the second cuff. The first cuff and the second cuff are secured to each other.

Abstract: A shoelace system includes an elastic shoelace having a first end and a second end, and a T-bar attachment attached to the first end. The T-bar attachment is rotatable such that the T-bar attachment anchors the first end of the shoelace to an eyelet of a shoe when the elastic shoelace is pulled through that eyelet. The shoelace system further includes a fastening bracket having one or more openings. Each of the one or more openings has a plurality of inward-facing projections for receiving the second end of the elastic shoelace. The fastening bracket secures the second end of the shoelace in place after the second end is threaded through the one or more openings of the fastening bracket.

Abstract: A winding assistance device for tubular members having a first cuff including an elongate body defining a first cuff longitudinal axis, the elongate body of the first cuff having a C-shaped transverse cross-sectional profile defining a radially facing opening, where the opening of the first cuff defines a first cuff entry axis extending orthogonally from the first cuff longitudinal axis and bisecting a width of the opening of the first cuff; and a second cuff including an elongate body defining a second cuff longitudinal axis, the elongate body of the second cuff having a C-shaped transverse cross-sectional profile defining a radially facing opening therealong. The opening of the second cuff defines a second cuff entry axis extending orthogonally from the second cuff longitudinal axis and bisecting a width of the opening of the second cuff. The first cuff and the second cuff are secured to each other.

Abstract: A snap fit extender fashioned from an elastic body material of a predetermined length with male and female snap fits at opposing ends of the elastic body in directionally opposite facing relation to each other. The snap fittings on the extender are cooperatively engageable to complimentary snap fittings on a cover and a vehicle and responsive to dimensional changes to the cover occasioned by weather or age related shrinkage without inducing harmful stresses into the cover.

Abstract: Deployable display with an expansion system comprising a traction elastic element. The elastic element is basically formed by an elastic band which is annular or is cord-type with engaging elements, and optionally by at least one extension for extending the length of a said band, formed by a plate made of flexible or semi-flexible sheet material provided with engaging elements for said elastic band, the assembly in turn being engaged to side projections of the display. The limiting system is implemented by the reduction in the elastic force and/or by the own resting length of the elastic band in cooperation, where appropriate, with the length of the extension element.

Abstract: A system for securing bedclothes to a mattress includes a bottom sheet which is shaped and dimensioned to fit over the top surface of the mattress. The bottom sheet has four corners which include a first corner and a diagonally opposite second corner, and a third corner and a diagonally opposite fourth corner. The second corner has a second corner aperture, and the fourth corner has a fourth corner aperture. A first strap is shaped and dimensioned to connect the first corner to the second corner. The first strap has a first end which is permanently connected to the first corner, and a second end which is configured to pass through the second corner aperture and fold back and connect to itself. A second strap is shaped and dimensioned to connect the third corner to the fourth corner. The second strap has a first end which is permanently connected to the third corner, and a second end which is configured to pass through the fourth corner aperture and fold back and connect to itself.

Abstract: A snap cover converter couples a boat cover to a boat. The converter has a snap portion that snaps to a mating snap portion on the cover, and will remain snapped thereto until a person removes the snap cover converter. A loop, when secured, extends from the snap portion snapped to the cover to and about either one of a male snap member affixed to a boat, or a knob that may be used in addition to or to replace a prior art snap member. The knob has a top, a base, and a shoulder intermediate between top and base that together engage securely with an opening in the loop. In one preferred embodiment, the loop opening is keyhole shaped, and the knob top has a generally cylindrical exterior of a diameter greater than the knob shoulder and less than a diameter of the knob base.

Abstract: A leash attachable animal excrement bag holder has a carabineer for engaging a leash, body-supported apparel or the like, a flexible, resilient and open-biased support hoop, and a bag suspended from the support hoop. A slide has a body and first and second holes passing entirely through. The first hole encompasses the support hoop at a first distinct location and the second hole encompasses the support hoop at a second distinct location. The slide operatively traverses the support hoop and thereby alters a bias of the support hoop from an open orientation suitable to receive or remove animal excrement bags to a more nearly closed orientation suitable to retain animal excrement bags. A coupling engages the support hoop with the carabineer.

Abstract: In the case of a fall protection connector for connecting a strap to a load-fastening point for a person to be protected against falling, wherein the fall protection connector has a tubular band, at the ends of which respective connecting elements are arranged, wherein a length-variable element is arranged in the tubular band, the arrangement has been brought about in such a manner that the tubular band is formed from an elastic material.

Abstract: A bungee cord/strap includes an elastic tubular body having an inner surface extending along a length thereof and opposing ends. A pair of inserts are provided, each insert including a connector at one end thereof and a means for attaching to the inner surface of the elastic tubular body at an end thereof.

Abstract: A flexible tape holding device that holds multiple rolls of adhesive tape, where said device comprises a flexible elongated strap with a locking head on one end and a threaded end on the second end. Either end is passed through the center aperture of the rolls of tape to securely group multiple rolls of tape together.

Abstract: The invention uses a strap to provide a way to associate a first item with a second item. The first item may be, for example, a high chair and the second a toy. The strap is provided with two sets of openings one near each end of the strap, and a tab, post, “T” or other shape near each end of the strap. The shape is inserted through one of the openings and is secured there by its shape, the shape of the opening, and the material with which that portion of the strap is made. The strap is made of nontoxic material and at least in part of material that is flexible and resilient, having a durometer reading of between about 40 and 60 Shore A. The strap may be equipped with at least one breakaway point, usually set for a breakaway pressure between about 3 and 7 pounds.

Abstract: Flexible straps for a carrier include a strap body having a top, bottom, two lateral and two end surfaces. The strap body has a lengthwise axis, a widthwise axis and a thickness axis. At least one aperture can extend through the strap body from the top to the bottom surface and can be space apart from each other along the lengthwise axis by a spacer portion. The flexible strap includes a spacer cross-sectional area defined by an area of a cross-section of the spacer portion cut by a plane oriented orthogonally to the lengthwise axis. The flexible strap includes an aperture cross-sectional area defined by an area of a cross-section taken at a widthwise widest point of at least one of the apertures cut by a plane oriented orthogonally to the lengthwise axis. The aperture cross-sectional area is greater than at least two-thirds of the spacer cross-sectional area.

Abstract: A springless, double ended elastic fabric tensioner including at least two gripping members, each having a first jaw and a second jaw biased together at a first pivot point and a second pivot point wherein the first and second pivot points are set apart from each other. A compression activation site is positioned in between the first and second pivot points for activating the first and second jaws from a closed position to an open position. The fabric tensioner further includes a tensioning elastomeric member having a first end and second end and providing sufficient tension between the gripping members whereby each gripping member removably engages either the first or second ends of the elastomeric member.

Abstract: A patching system for a net in a frame with hard points at select nodes of the net includes a patching device with a pair of spaced sockets each configured to receive a hard point therein. A member interconnects the pair of spaced sockets and is configured to properly space the hard points. Another patching device is for reconnecting hard points to the net frame.

Abstract: The adjustable holding device includes an elongate cord which may be elastomeric. The holding device has a first connection mechanism that is operatively connected to the elongate cord. In addition, an adjustable connection mechanism is also operatively connected to the elongate cord and configured to be movable along the length of the cord. The adjustable connection mechanism includes a cam system configured to engage the elongate cord at a desired location. In addition, the adjustable connection mechanism is configured to move along the elongate cord when the first connection mechanism and the adjustable connection mechanism are operatively connected to desired connection points.

Abstract: A restraining device eases the loading, unloading and securing of an infant/child to a car seat by holding the shoulder straps of the harness assembly away from the seating area of the car seat. A common, central body is secured to the carrying handle of the infant car seat by at least one of the at least one radial extension. Another of the at least one radial extension is used to secure the harness shoulder strap temporarily to the carrying handle while the infant/child is placed in the seating area of the car seat. The harness shoulder strap is subsequently released from the carrying handle and returned to its original position within the seating area for properly securing the infant/child to the car seat.

Abstract: A multi-purpose adjustable retaining device is disclosed. In one embodiment, a cord having two ends is provided that is composed of an elastomeric material configured to deform elastically upon elongation. Each of ends of the cord are threaded through a cord stop, which permits the length of each end to be adjusted, with any spare cord forming a loop extending from a side of the cord stop opposite the two ends. Suspension clips are respectively slidably connected to each end of the cord in order to grip a material.

Abstract: The present invention is a pant leg cuff retaining device for maintaining a pant leg cuff relative to a user's footwear, having a strap with clips assemblies removable attached to each end for providing a means of removing the strap while not removing the attachment devices.

Abstract: A closure assembly for closing an opening in a container includes a closure member including an engagement structure configured to engage the opening. A tether includes a connector portion, a first end, and a second end. The first end is coupled to the closure member and the second end is opposite the first end. A plurality of barbs are positioned at the second end of the tether, each of the plurality of barbs has a rigid construction. The plurality of barbs define a maximum splayed dimension to retain the closure member with respect to the opening. A movable joint couples each of the plurality of barbs to the second end. Each of the plurality of barbs is foldable about the respective movable joint so that the plurality of barbs define a dimension substantially smaller than the maximum splayed dimension to allow insertion through the opening.

Abstract: A device for retaining tails of a shirt in a pair of pants is provided including a first magnetic component, a second magnetic component and a third magnetic component. The first magnetic component is attracted to the second magnetic component and the second magnetic component is attracted to the third magnetic component. A first cord is connected to the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component and a second cord is connected to the second magnetic component and the third magnetic component. A method of using the device is also provided.

Abstract: An elastic pull rope with maximum tensile range limitation functions has a soft elastic pipe casing forming a closed threading space inside the pipe body. The side edges of the pipe casing are provided with evenly distributed convex and concave folding edges. Elastic strips, made of multiple elastic cords, go straight through the long threading space. Pulling joint parts are configured on the elastic strips, and each part matches the corresponding position of the concave folding edges of the pipe casing. A plurality of pulling woven cords are formed on the inner side of the concave folding edges, so as to bind and fix the pulling joint parts on the elastic strips with the concave folding edges. Two flat-type binding strips are formed on the two ends of the pipe casing and the elastic strips. Extending strips are formed respectively by extending the ends of the two flat-type binding strips.

Abstract: A patching system for a net in a frame with hard points at select nodes of the net includes a patching device with a pair of spaced sockets each configured to receive a hard point therein. A member interconnects the pair of spaced sockets and is configured to properly space the hard points. Another patching device is for reconnecting hard points to the net frame.

Abstract: Disclosed are example devices configured to secure a cover to a motor vehicle. According to one example device a strap may be connected to at least two securing clips affixed to opposite ends of the strap. The securing clips are also affixed to the cover which is covering the motor vehicle. The straps may be affixed to various parts of the motor vehicle cover to secure the cover to the vehicle and the straps may be tightened and loosened around a vehicle wheel to securely maintain the position of the cover on the vehicle body.

Abstract: A hook device having a hook bend with a hook tip and a cord attachment end separated from the hook bend by a shank length of connecting wire. The shank length of wire has at least one loop. The loop is separated from the hook tip by a selectable clearance distance. Device including elastic cord and method of making device are also disclosed.

Abstract: A looped bungee cord fastener strap exerts extreme force to temporarily hold and restrain a variety of differently sized and shaped objects. An elongated cord has terminal ends restrained and shrouded within a spherical anchor that are integral with a spaced apart loop in the cord. The cord a two-piece spherical slide sized like the anchor formed from a pair of complementary halves. The cord extends through parallel passageways in the spherical slide, and when the cord is stretched, the slide can be displaced relative to the cord. Each slide passageway has a plurality of spaced-apart, internal nubs that frictionally contact the cord when it is unstretched to lock the slide and cord relative to each other. Surface segments adjacent the passageways in each slide half, and wall surfaces between passageways in each half, contact one another in assembly for strength.

Abstract: An elastic tie down device having a body comprising an elongated, substantially flat, elastic material with a first end and a second end; a first, flexible hook and loop fastener panel secured to the body along the axis of the elongated body at one end of the body, the first panel extending beyond the length of the body; and a second, flexible hook and loop fastener panel secured to the body opposite the first panel and aligned substantially perpendicularly to the axis of the elongated body, the second panel secured to the body at a same end of the body as the first panel.

Abstract: A closure assembly for closing an opening in a container includes a closure member including an engagement structure configured to engage the opening. A tether includes a connector portion, a first end, and a second end. The first end is coupled to the closure member and the second end is opposite the first end. A plurality of barbs are positioned at the second end of the tether, each of the plurality of barbs has a rigid construction. The plurality of barbs define a maximum splayed dimension to retain the closure member with respect to the opening. A movable joint couples each of the plurality of barbs to the second end. Each of the plurality of barbs is foldable about the respective movable joint so that the plurality of barbs define a dimension substantially smaller than the maximum splayed dimension to allow insertion through the opening.

Abstract: An elastic safety pull rope with maximum tensile range limitation functions has a telescopic flexible tube, which is a woven fabric tubing provided with an enclosed through-space. At least two elastic threads are assembled into the through-space of the tube. A plurality of weaving fixed portions are fixed onto the joints of the elastic threads and flanged portions of the tube. Two flat joints are formed at two ends of the tube and elastic threads. No extension is possible when the tube is pulled in a straight state, so this could limit the maximum tensile range of the elastic thread. When the two flat joints are pulled to couple with the elastic thread and tube, the flanged portions of the tube could be placed in uniform corrugated state since the weaving fixed portions are linked at interval, thereby preventing possible winding and rupture of the threads with better applicability.

Abstract: A fastening system for connecting mats is provided. The fastening system may include one or more features such as a hook and loop fastening system, a projection and trench fastening system, retainer and a tension strip securing system, and/or magnets to secure mats in place.

Abstract: An elastic tie down device having a body comprising an elongated, substantially flat, elastic material with a first end and a second end; a first, flexible hook and loop fastener panel secured to the body along the axis of the elongated body at one end of the body, the first panel extending beyond the length of the body; and a second, flexible hook and loop fastener panel secured to the body opposite the first panel and aligned substantially perpendicularly to the axis of the elongated body, the second panel secured to the body at a same end of the body as the first panel.

Abstract: The present technology provides an adjustable holding device comprising an elongate cord which may be elastomeric. The holding device further comprises a first connection mechanism that is operatively connected to the elongate cord. In addition, a adjustable connection mechanism is also operatively connected to the elongate cord and configured to be movable along the length of the cord. The adjustable connection mechanism includes a cam system configured to engage the elongate cord at a desired location. In addition, the adjustable connection mechanism is configured to move along the elongate cord when the first connection mechanism and the adjustable connection mechanism are operatively connected to desired connection points.

Abstract: There is provided a load fixing device capable of effectively preventing collapse of burdens stacked in multiple stages by wrapping with a sheet, providing excellent work efficiency, providing large binding force, and excellently stabilizing the fastened burdens. A load fixing device according to the present invention includes a belt-like sheet having a predetermined length to be wounded around an outer periphery of loads; a first fastening section provided at an upper part in a width direction of a first end of the belt-like sheet and having an engagement means; a first-fastening-section passing section provided at the upper part in the width direction of a second end of the belt-like sheet; a second fastening section provided at a lower part in the width direction of the second end of the belt-like sheet and having an engagement means; and a second-fastening-section passing section provided at the lower part in the width direction of the first end of the belt-like sheet.

Abstract: Apparatus for suspending a device such as the end of a depending air brake hose from a railcar. A flexible strap of a synthetic resin such as moldable polyurethane is suspended from the railcar body, for example, by attachment to an apertured fitting on the railcar coupler. Elongated resilient wire clips are provided to attach the free end of the air hose. The wire clips are generally configured with a latching end including interlocking end portions for connection to the strap through a selected attachment aperture, a pair of flexibly resilient, elongated manually compressible elongated arms extending away from the latching end portions and a return portion joining the arms. The clip is further provided with a retainer operative when the arms are interlocked for maintaining the attachment aperture fitting within the confines of the return portion and out of position in which loading of the clip is exerted laterally of the clip arms.

Abstract: An adjustable, elastic strap that can be fastened to a golf bag on one end and pinned to a golf club head cover or a hook and loop type pad on the other end utilized to eliminate lost head covers and golf gloves caused by misplacing or forgetting the covers or gloves after use.

Abstract: The Cover Keeper is a universal head-cover retention device that keeps golfers from losing head-covers. The bar latching safety pins allows for connection onto any head-cover, as well as switching head-covers in and out with ease. It allows for two head-covers to be connected together or one head-cover to be connected to the golf bag. The elastic cord allows the golfer to take off and put on head-covers with ease. The barrel swivels keep the cords from tangling, especially on windy days. The Cover Keeper badge allows for custom logos, promotional advertising, storage for metal ball markers, and the ability to decorate head-covers with charms.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include a fastening device having a body portion made of an elastomeric material. The fastening device further includes first and second ends configured with retainer rings into which various end attachment can be formed. End attachments are further configured to engage each other, to engage holes formed in the body portion of the fastener, or to engage other objects.

Abstract: An article securement system for attaching an article to another article, such as article of luggage to another article of luggage. The article securement system includes a cord, such as an elastic cord, that is inserted through a handle. A cord locking mechanism is mounted on the cord as well. A second handle may be mounted on the cord as well with the cord locking mechanism between the two handles. In use, the cord is secured to a first attachment point on the first article, such as on a luggage handle. The cord and handle are pulled over the second article and engages over a second attachment point on the first article, such as an extendible handle. The cord is then through the handle until the tension is sufficient on the cord to secure the second article. The cord locking mechanism is then used to lock the cord from movement relative to the handle.

Abstract: Apparatus for suspending a device such as the end of a depending air brake hose from a railcar. A flexible strap of a synthetic resin such as moldable polyurethane is suspended from the railcar body, for example, by attachment to an apertured fitting on the railcar coupler. Elongated resilient wire clips are provided to attach the free end of the air hose. The wire clips are generally configured with a latching end including interlocking end portions for connection to the strap through a selected attachment aperture, a pair of flexibly resilient, elongated manually compressible elongated arms extending away from the latching end portions and a return portion joining the arms. The clip is further provided with a retainer operative when the arms are interlocked for maintaining the attachment aperture fitting within the confines of the return portion and out of position in which loading of the clip is exerted laterally of the clip arms.

Abstract: A length-adjustable flexible and elastic strap is comprised of an elongated strap member having first and second ends with each of the first and second ends having a hook member secured thereto. The strap member has a plurality of spaced-apart hook connector loops extending transversely therefrom with each of the loops having a hook receiving opening formed therein. Each of the openings of the hook connector loops are adapted to have at least one of the hook members selectively secured thereto to effectively shorten the length of the strap member.

Abstract: A bra strap retainer for preventing the straps from falling from the user's shoulders. The bra strap retainer includes a retaining member having an elongate main portion and opposite end portions which are adapted to keep straps of a bra on a user's back in proximate relationship to one another.