Abstract: An eyeglass retaining assembly comprising a flexible necklace with a proximal end and a distal end, a first spring ring attached to the proximal end of the necklace, a solid ring assembly attached to the distal end of said necklace, a first frame holder attached to the first spring ring, and a second frame holder attached to a second spring ring.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for supporting an oral device proximate to a person's mouth is disclosed. The person is disposed on a body support having a superstructure positioned above the person, such as a baby seat. The apparatus comprises a cord having a generally central portion and first and second distal sections. The first and second distal sections terminate at respective first and second ends. A adjustable clamp joins portions of the first and second distal sections, the clamp forming a loop portion of the cord having an adjustable circumference adapted for adjustably gripping the oral device. Spring-biased clips are adapted for securing each of the first and second ends to the superstructure. The oral device comprises a pacifier, a food item, a feeding device such as a baby bottle, or the like. The method and system utilize the apparatus in conjunction with the body support.

Abstract: A buckle having a sleeve portion including a receiving channel, a web connector member positioned within the channel for cooperation with the sleeve, and a spring member integrally formed with the web connector member for providing a spring bias to the web connector member with respect to the sleeve so that a web can be affixed to the buckle for adjustable cooperation with the web connector member, the sleeve and the spring member with the web connector member being accessible from the exterior of the buckle for manipulation by a user against the force of the spring member so as to adjust or remove the web.

Abstract: A resilient plastic buckle assembly utilizes a pair of identical bases for connecting a receptacle and for connecting a clasp to a belt or the like. Bosses and slots on the receptacle and clasp guide the insertion of the clasp into the receptacle and insure their correct relative orientation. Cantilevered latching wings integral with the body of the clasp engage openings in the receptacle and are manually depressible to release the clasp from the receptacle.

Abstract: A locking means for a fixing band of diving mask which can fasten or release the fixing band as a fastening member to which one end of the fixing band is connected is inserted into or removed from a mask frame by one action. The locking means comprises two main portions: holders provided at the both sides of a mask frame integrally formed with a face fitting member of the diving mask, and fastening member formed in a taper shape, having three triangle pawls integrally formed with the fastening member. The three triangle pawls are so arranged as to become higher in order, so that the fastening member be gradually tightened owing to the triangle pawls as the fastening member is moved forwards. The locking means in accordance with this invention is particularly useful in a fixing band of a diving mask.

Abstract: The invention relates to a buckling device of the type having a strap or other connecting means, a male and a female elements, means for retaining said strap and male and female catch means. Said catch means consist of a retaining volume of said female element and a protuberance of said male element. Two abutments of said male elements cooperate with two obstacle means of said female element in such a way that said male and female catch means are preserved from any traction forces applied to the buckling device. The removal of said abutments of said element from said obstacle means of said female element is produced by the crushing of an elastic means of the male element within a holding volume of the female element.

Abstract: A clasp assembly is provided for securing together the free ends of opposed flexible members and includes a first coupling member that is joined to the free end of one of the flexible members and a second coupling member that is joined to the free end of the other flexible member. In the latched position the coupling members appear to be an integral part of the flexible members and impart an ornamental appearance thereto. The first coupling member includes a box element in which a transversely extending spring is located and has a pair of snap levers pivotally mounted on the sides thereof.

Abstract: A buckle is disclosed, particularly for use in conjunction with belts, straps and the like. The buckle includes two mating parts which lock together upon insertion of a male member into a female member. The male member is generally rectangular in shape and has a slotted end suitable for receiving a belt or strap. The body of the male member includes a projecting portion extending at an angle from the plane of the body. The projecting portion is capable of movement about its point of attachment to the body. The female member is generally rectangular, and includes a slot therein for receiving the male piece. The slot is defined by a pair of opposing surfaces which the projecting portion can snap behind upon insertion. An opening is provided in the female member to allow the user to apply pressure to the projecting portion and remove the male member therefrom. A lip is provided to prevent the projection from slipping. A second opening is provided in the female member for the insertion of a belt or strap.