Abstract: A latching assembly includes a linear component and a base component. The linear component is configured to be coupled to a first element and includes at least one retention projection. The base component is configured to be coupled to a second element and includes a channel and at least one retention feature. The linear component is configured to be slidably received within the channel of the base component and the at least one retention feature of the base component is configured to engage the at least one retention projection of the linear component to retain the linear component within the channel of the base component.

Abstract: A clip assembly is configured to adjustably secure to a first component and a second component. The clip assembly includes a rail member that is configured to connect to the first component, and an attachment member that is configured to connect to the second component. The rail member is linearly adjustable in relation to the attachment member.

Abstract: A clamp assembly for supporting a rod includes a housing that includes a base, wings extending from the base, and lips extending from the wings to define a rod-receiving slot between the lips. A door engages with the lips, and the housing and door are shaped such that downward movement of the door with respect to the housing causes the door to be forced closer to the base of the housing. A wedge is attached to the door, and wedgedly contacts the rod as the door is forced downward with respect to the housing.

Abstract: A display system includes: a first upright oriented vertically; a second upright oriented vertically and offset horizontally from the first upright by a frame separation distance, the first upright and the second upright defining a display opening therebetween; a first clip bracket secured to the first upright with a first clip fastener; and a second clip bracket secured to the second upright with a second clip fastener, each of the first clip bracket and the second clip bracket including a base portion and a clip portion, the base portion and the clip portion defining an insertion slot, a main entrance of the insertion slot of each of the first clip bracket and the second clip bracket facing forward, the clip portion configured to hold a display panel inside the insertion slot, the clip portion configured to hold an edge of the display panel against the base portion.

Abstract: A prefabricated wall panel has a precast body including at least one decorative design element. In addition, the wall panel includes a mounting element having a first end embedded in the precast body and a second end projecting from the precast body. A groove is formed between the precast body and the second end of the mounting element along a first edge of the precast body. A tongue is formed along a second edge of the precast body opposite the first edge. The tongue and groove cooperate to allow prefabricated wall panels to be more easily installed on a support substrate.

Abstract: A clamp for selectively compressing a portion of tubing, such as an extension leg of a PICC or other catheter, is disclosed. The clamp is able to be opened or closed with a thumb and finger of a single hand of a user and is slidably attached to the tubing so as to enable its placement as desired along the tube. In one embodiment, the tubing clamp comprises a body including first and second body portions hingedly connected to one another in a clamshell configuration, a latch for releasably latching the first and second body portions together, and at least two tube compression members. The tube compression members cooperate to compress and occlude a portion of tubing passing through the tubing clamp when the first and second body portions are latched to one another.

Abstract: In a mat fastener for preventing a mat disposed on a carpet provided on a vehicle body panel from moving, a first fixing member is fixed to the carpet. A second fixing member is fixed to the mat. An operational mounting member is arranged to mount the second fixing member to the first fixing member. The first fixing member includes a supporting portion arranged to support the operational mounting member, and an engaging portion arranged to hold the second fixing member. The second fixing member includes a locked portion arranged to be locked on the operational mounting member, and an engaged portion arranged to be engaged with the engaging portion in a state where the second fixing member is mounted to the first fixing member by the operational mounting member.

Abstract: A fastening device for fastening an element to the slot of a C-profile rail with a gripping element which can be inserted through the slot into the interior of the profile rail and which can be turned in the profile rail around at least one screw-in axis in such a way that it grips behind the leg of the profile rail that delimits the slot is provided. The gripping element has at least one receptacle that runs perpendicular to the screw-in axis and that serves to secure a threaded rod.

Abstract: An article, for use in coupling a first member including a first material to a second member including a second material different than the first material, includes a clip having a first leg, a second leg, and a middle portion located between the first and second legs. The clip has an inner side including the first material and an outer side including the second material. The clip is aligned on one of the first and second members so the inner side of the clip contacts one of the first and second members and the outer side of the clip contacts the other of the first and second members.

Abstract: Headgear for a respiratory mask includes a strap arrangement including front strap portions adapted to be disposed over a patient's cheeks and having front ends adapted for attachment to an airway interfacing portion, top strap portions connected to respective front strap portions and adapted to be disposed over the top of a patient's head and to connect to each other, and a back strap extending rearwardly from and connecting respective junctions of the front strap portions and top strap portions or regions adjacent these junctions and adapted to locate underneath a patient's occiput. In use with a patient having long hair, the back strap is adapted to extend under the patient's hair and urge upwardly on the patient's hair and against the patient's head beneath the occiput. In use with a patient having short hair, the back strap is adapted to urge against the patient's head beneath the occiput. In an embodiment, front strap portions of the headgear may be provided with a sleeve or cover (e.g.

Abstract: Cable adjusting devices are presented including: a base plate; a pair of walls connected with the base plate along a top surface, where each of the pair of walls includes an outer surface and an inner surface, where the inner surfaces of the pair of walls form a v-groove, and where the inner surfaces include, a number of gripping ridge pairs, and a locking ridge pair disposed alongside one end of the number of gripping ridge pairs at the distal end of the base plate; a keeper bar extending between the pair of walls at the proximal end of the base plate; and an attachment point disposed along the bottom surface of the base plate along at least the distal end or the proximal end.

Abstract: A device, apparatus, and method for abrasive electrochemical finishing of an arc flange leaf pack are presented. The device includes: a concave support block having holes to receive securing members; removable first and second end blocks configured to seat at opposite ends of the concave support block; removable first and second face plates attached to opposite sides of the concave support block via the securing members; and a region of space between the removable first and second face plates, the removable first and second end blocks, and the concave support block.

Abstract: A restraint device features a section of strap, a connection member at a first end of the strap; and a freely flexible stop member of greater thickness at the second end of strap. The strap is placed in a gap between two objects which are then secured in stationary positions relative to one another. The thickness of the stop member prevents withdrawal of the strap through the gap from one side. The connection member on the other side is coupled to a body to be restrained, which is also exceeds the gap size. In use as an adult novelty restraint, the stop member flexibility limits noise if banged against a door or bed frame retaining the strap. As a vehicle rooftop load restraint using a door or window of the vehicle to retain the strap, the flexibility of the stop member limits noise and prevents damage to the window glass.

Abstract: A securing device connected to a tether including a first clamp portion and a second clamp portion each having a respective first or second exterior surface and interior surface opposite the exterior surface. The first and second clamp portions each have an end that is connected to one another at a connected portion and an opposite free end that is free to form a “C” shape. The connected portion connects the first and second clamp portions to bias the free ends away from each other. A slider is movably connected to the first and second clamp portions so that the slider moves toward and away from the free ends. A ridge is connected to the second exterior surface adjacent the free end of the second clamp portion so that the ridge protrudes from the second exterior surface to be engaged by a user while moving the slider.

Abstract: A cable-based universal clamping device having a contoured base structured for stability on a diverse variety of differently contoured mounting surfaces, and a strong and flexible cable for securing to a variety of platforms having a diverse variety of nonspecific shapes and sizes. A hollow drum extends above the contoured base with a slot or port that communicates between the hollow interior and an outer surface of the drum. A ramp travels over the drum's outer surface from the port toward the base. The clamp includes a spool that is rotatable inside the cylindrical hollow interior of the drum. The cable has one end fixed to the spool and its length is wound about the spool. The cable exits from the drum through the slot or port and includes an anchor that is interlockable with an anchor receiver on the clamp.

Abstract: A lace adjuster includes a longitudinal flexible hollow wall and an adjusting unit. The hollow wall defines a longitudinal passage with longitudinally opposite first and second open ends, and has two through holes that extend therethrough between the first and second open ends. The adjusting unit is disposed in the longitudinal passage, and includes a longitudinal ring body that defines a ring opening and that has two abutting ring sections on two longitudinally opposite sides of the ring opening, and two clamp pieces extending across and dividing the ring opening into a first stringing hole and two second stringing holes. Each of the clamp pieces is movable toward a corresponding one of the abutting ring sections for clamping a corresponding one of two separate lace segments that extends through a corresponding one of the second stringing holes.

Abstract: A system, apparatus (100) and method are described for an electronic article surveillance security tag (102) having a magnetically releasable tack retaining system, and a magnetic detaching device for use with the electronic article surveillance tag. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract: An adaptor device to be mounted on an elongated portion of a compound archery bow, such as a cable guard, to permit carrying of the compound archery bow on a harness around the body of a user. The adaptor device utilizes a locking mechanism to lock the adaptor onto the compound archery bow. The adaptor device is connectable to a harness to allow the user to carry the compound archery bow by using only the harness. The locking mechanism is openable and closable to permit the user to attach the adaptor device to the compound archery bow for carrying, and to detach the adaptor device from the compound archery bow, such as when the user wishes to use the compound archery bow to shoot an arrow.

Abstract: A decorative clasp closes by magnetic action, and can be worn on the front, i.e. at the throat or beneath the throat. The clasp allows the loop size of the jewelry article to be adjusted to suit the wearer's preferences. A pair of arcuate arms are joined at a pivot member, and close magnetically to form a generally oval shape.

Abstract: An apparatus for one of substantially minimizing damage to and loss of earbuds when not in use. Such apparatus comprises an elongated member formed of a predetermined material and a loop member engageable with a first end of the elongated member for securing such earbud when such loop member is tightened over such earbud thereby securing it thereto. A crimp bead member is disposed intermediate such first end of such elongated member and such loop member, such crimp bead member capable of sliding so as to tighten the loop member and close the loop member over such earbud. A clip member is engageable with a second end of the elongated member for engagement with a preselected object for securing the elongated member having such loop member attached thereto with such earbud disposed therein to such preselected object. There is, further, a clasp member for securing the second end of the elongated member to the clip member.

Abstract: A chemical reactor clamp for supporting a glassware or equivalent chemical reactor having a neck includes: (a) a central housing; (b) a spring-biased yoke connected to the central housing and extending outwardly therefrom for a attachment to the reactor neck; (c) a female socket on the central housing and adapted to receive a clamp rod; and, (d) a clamp rod locking mechanism on the central housing at the female socket. There is also a combination of the clamp with the rod, as well as a system with the clamp, rod and rod support unit, as well as a system with these components and a second rod (vertical rod) and a vertical rod base, to provide multiple degrees of freedom of movement for the clamp.

Abstract: A closure for a brassiere has two closure parts of identical shape that may be fixedly and releasably connected to one another by non-positive or positive mutual engagement of at least two latching devices that are arranged and designed to be point-symmetrical relative to the closure. The closure parts have slot-shaped eyes with a relatively parallel path of the longitudinal edges of the eye openings substantially symmetrically relative to a longitudinal central plane of the closure extending between the eye openings. Stable latching pins are provided extending substantially at right angles to the separation plane and pass through a female latching opening of the other closure part and engage behind a latching region of the edge thereof with a latching projection.

Abstract: A zip tie is disclosed that has a substantial longitudinal rigidity enabling pushing through fabrics. Associated with this tie is a catch with integral, tapered and rigid barbs. The tie strip has teeth that are tapered and essentially rigid, unlike other tie strips with mere bumps or rounded strips acting as teeth to engage flexing engaging catches. This zip anchor is intended for one time use. Though the catch may be forced off the tie for removal the catch barbs are deformed and unable to be used to anchor thereafter. This zip tie combination is most useful in attaching, anchoring members to fabric of web gear or clothing.

Abstract: In order to provide a synthetic resin clip and a hanger with synthetic resin clips that are high in safety and can yet be produced at low cost, a synthetic resin clip and synthetic resin clips to be provided on a hanger are arranged with engaging portions being formed on inner surface portions of tips of a synthetic resin spring, which is formed in a “U” shape by being folded back at an intermediate portion, window holes for sliding of molding dies being formed on outer portions of clip members in order to form receiving portions, engaging with the engaging portions, at inner portions of the clip members, insertion spaces, into which the tip portions of the synthetic resin spring are inserted, being formed in the direction of sliding of the dies between upper edges of the window holes and upper end portions of the receiving portions, and fly-apart preventing bars being disposed across the upper and lower edges of the window holes.

Abstract: This device for the structural closure and fastening of folders consists of a reciprocal set of coupling members and assembly, which, provided with insert fasteners and fixation members that are mounted on the edges of the covers, allow the closure of a filing folder which allows to close the filing folders adequately, while keeping their structural integrity and preventing deformations and breaks. It also allows the correction of the deformations in case they occurred.

Abstract: A non-reopenable, single-use clamp for receiving and pinching collapsible resilient tubing thus forming a mechanical tubing seal and having an open position for insertion of tubing, a neutral position for holding the tubing and a closed position for non-reopenably closing the tubing with a locking mechanism with locking hooks.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ringless eyelet (10?) comprising a plate (11) arranged on the display side (23) of the carrier strip (20), and a tube-shaped collar penetrating the hole in the carrier strip. The hem of the collar of the eyelet element (10?) is supported on the rear side (24) of the carrier strip (20). The aim of the invention is to connect the eyelet to the carrier strip (20) faster and in a more cost-effective manner. In order to achieve this, the free end part of the collar of the eyelet element (10?) is provided with projections (16). An essentially closed ring profile (50), into which the collar projections (16) are integrated, is created when the collar is hemmed. After hemming, pressure points (40) are created on the carrier strip (20) between the collar projections (16) and the abutment surfaces (49) formed by the plate (11), said pressure points reliably holding the carrier strip (20). Said carrier strip (20) extends namely inside (51) the ring profile (50) beyond the pressure points (40).

Abstract: A device providing an improved method for the storage and releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. In a preferred embodiment, the device is a commercially available cable-tie, modified to provide a releasable attachment and reliable storage of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. A method of the present invention allows a user to modify an existing cable-tie to provide releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can or other item. The availability and subsequent use of a focusing straw often reduces aerosol over-spray and the resultant air borne contamination. Use of the present invention has, in some cases, reduced the consumption of aerosol spray oil by 30%.

Abstract: A slipcover arrangement and method for covering a piece of furniture having a seat and a back, includes a fabric, semi-fitted slipcover body for covering the furniture, the slipcover body having a side portion for covering a side of the furniture and a front portion for covering a front of the furniture. The body includes a seat portion connected to the side and front portions for covering the seat of the furniture and a back portion connected to the seat and side portions for covering the back of the furniture and with excess fabric for extending into a crevice between the seat and back of the furniture. The front and side portions are connected to each other with excess fabric for a corner of the furniture between the front and side of the furniture.

Abstract: A device providing an improved method for the storage and releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. In a preferred embodiment, the device is a commercially available cable-tie, modified to provide a releasable attachment and reliable storage of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. A method of the present invention allows a user to modify an existing cable-tie to provide releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can or other item. The availability and subsequent use of a focusing straw often reduces aerosol over-spray and the resultant air borne contamination. Use of the present invention has, in some cases, reduced the consumption of aerosol spray oil by 30%.

Abstract: Several fastening arrangements can hold a group of slats of a vertical blind in a fairly tightly juxtaposed arrangement that minimizes rattling caused by wind or ventilation air currents. The combination of a clip, that can be clipped around a selected one of the slats, and a flexible, string-like tie allows a user to gather other slats of the group next to the selected one and to tie the gathered slats together. In other cases, at least some of the slats of a blind are modified by the introduction of lateral notches that cooperate with string-like ties to bind a group of slats together.

Abstract: A device providing an improved method for the storage and releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. In a preferred embodiment, the device is a commercially available cable-tie, modified to provide a releasable attachment and reliable storage of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. A method of the present invention allows a user to modify an existing cable-tie to provide releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can or other item. The availability and subsequent use of a focusing straw often reduces aerosol over-spray and the resultant air borne contamination. Use of the present invention has, in some cases, reduced the consumption of aerosol spray oil by 30%.

Abstract: A multi-purpose cap clip, comprising a clip unit, a holding device, and an accessory object. The clip unit has a fixing plate and two clasping plates to two sides of the fixing plate, with the fixing plate and the two clasping plates clasping a brim of a cap. The accessory object has a holding element which fits on the holding device and is held thereby. After assembly of the structural parts, the clip unit fastens the accessory object on the brim of the cap.

Abstract: A jewelry closure created when a first jewelry clasp and a second jewelry clasp are aligned such that the central plane of the first jewelry clasp and the central plane of the second jewelry clasp are angularly offset with respect to each other. The central planes are offset to a degree such that each jewelry clasp can be rotated in a manner that a hole in an eyelet from one engagement region fits over a post from a second engagement region and a magnet in one jewelry clasp can magnetically engage with a magnet in the second jewelry clasp.

Abstract: Clip (1) which is to be attached to a wire (2) and is designed to clamp a part which is to be clamped in a first enclosure. A second enclosure is delimited by the free ends of the clip (1), which are bent in the shape of a C. This second enclosure for receiving the wire (2) becomes smaller as the area within which the stem is accommodated becomes larger.

Abstract: A suspension clamp for suspending and clamping an elongate flexible member, the clamp having: (i) a saddle in which the elongate flexible member may sit, ii) a mounting to support the saddle with respect to a fixture, (iii) a closure latch to restrain the elongate flexible member in the saddle, and (iv) a resilient member mounted to the closure latch and having a bottom face adapted to clamp an elongate flexible member positioned within the saddle when the closure latch is closed.

Abstract: A hook for pleating and hanging curtains, composes of preferably of a rectangular a plate having first and second edges opposed from each other, opposed parallel edges, and a series of grooves (2, 2', 3, 3', 4, 4', 5, 5') symmetrical about an axis (6) of the plate; the series of symmetrical grooves define two end grooves, two central grooves and a strip defining a small hanging leg, fabric of the curtain is adapted to be inserted through the series of symmetrical grooves in a labryrinthine way for forming a broad pleat and a fastening of the curtain.

Abstract: A clip for securing eyeglasses or sunglasses that slides onto an article of clothing. The clip has two parts integrally formed together and kept in a folded position by a spring. The two parts contact each other near the free ends, similar to a conventional money clip. The outer face of one part of the clip has an elastic material stretched across its width to create a channel for receiving an earpiece of a pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses. The exterior face of the other part of the clip has a forked protrusion, in which the space between forks is approximately equal to the width of an earpiece of a conventional pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses. In use, a piece of clothing is slid between the two parts of the clip. A pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses is mounted on the clip by first sliding one earpiece through the channel formed by the elastic material, and then snapping the other earpiece between the forks of the protrusion on the other side.

Abstract: A fabric securing device for securing a fabric article. The fabric securing device comprises a fabric clamp for releasably engaging a fabric article, a flexible band, and clips for releasably connecting the flexible band to the fabric clamp. One or more of the fabric securing devices can be used to secure a fabric article such as a beach towel to a structure such as a beach chair. One or more of the fabric securing devices can be used in combination with anchoring stakes to secure a fabric article such as a beach towel to a surface such as a sandy beach.

Abstract: An arrangement for covering upholstered furniture includes a semi-fitted cover which is partially fitted to a piece of upholstered furniture and a mechanism for positioning a holding band in a closed loop around the cover. The holding band is positioned to form a loop around the cover and pull the semi-fitted cover close to the upholstered furniture. The present invention also includes details concerning skirt clips, belt adjusting plates and pleating plates which are unique as part of the present invention.

Abstract: An arrangement for covering upholstered furniture includes a semi-fitted cover which is partially fitted to a piece of upholstered furniture and a mechanism for positioning a holding band in a closed loop around the cover. The holding band is positioned to form a loop around the cover and pull the semi-fitted cover close to the upholstered furniture. The present invention also includes details concerning skirt clips, belt adjusting plates and pleating plates which are unique as part of the present invention.

Abstract: A mechanical animated display assembly is attached to an automobile wiper arm assembly. The display assembly includes a displayed article and a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket includes a clamp mechanism to be attached to the automobile wiper arm assembly. An article holder mechanism is integral with the mounting bracket for carrying the displayed article. A retainer retains the displayed article on the mounting bracket whereby the display assembly, in combination with oscillation of automobile wiper arm, effectuates an animated visual effect of the article being carried by and manipulated by a human arm in a waving motion.

Abstract: A clothing accessory device comprises a body part, a first fastener on the body part for coupling the body part to a strap of a brassiere, and a second fastener on the body part for coupling the body part to an article of clothing overlying the brassiere during use thereof. The second fastener includes a spring loaded mechanism or component for engaging and fixing the article of clothing relative to the body of the clothing accessory device. The spring loaded mechanism generally includes a pair of opposed jaws biased towards one another by a spring. The jaws may be slidably or translatably coupled and biased towards one another by a compression spring. One of the jaws is fixed to the body part of the clothing accessory device and the other jaw is provided on an ancillary member slidably coupled to the body part, the compression spring being disposed between the ancillary member and the body part.

Abstract: An assemblage for shaping and maintaining the position of skirts and covers on seating and upholstered furniture comprises an elongated band having a band adjusting member to form the band into a closed loop and to adjust the length of the closed loop; a pleating member capable of being affixed to the band and including a plurality of clips for gathering material of a furniture cover; and a skirt clip capable of being affixed to the band and including a pair of fingers to permit a skirt to be affixed to the elongated band. The above elements can each be used alone or in combination with other elements for securing fabric to furniture.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for fitting an unstructured fabric furniture cover to a piece of furniture includes an elongated triangular wrapping member. Excess fabric at the corner areas of the piece of furniture is wrapped around the triangular member and fitted to the corner area of the furniture. A clip or band is used to hold the wrapped excess fabric against the corner area for fitting the unstructured fabric cover to the piece of furniture.

Abstract: A fastener for retaining an article to an object, such as a ski pass hang tag to a ski jacket, said fastener comprising a body having first retaining means to non-releasably retain said article and second retaining means to non-releasably retain said object. Preferably the fastener is of unitary construction and formed of a resiliently flexible material such as nylon. The fastener provides for improved security, convenience, reduced litter and for the display of advertising material.

Abstract: A surgical clip having a double-leg side and a single-leg side. When the surgical clip is closed, the movement of the single-leg side towards the double-leg side displaces the tissue being clamped through a longitudinal opening between the legs forming the double-leg side. In order to increase the gripping area of the clip, the gripping surface of the single leg is a rounded wedge shape with smooth edges (not sharp) which are parallel to the inboard side of the double legs. The rounded wedge shape is used in order to avoid cutting the clamped tissue. When the surgical clip engages with tissue to be clamped, a plane of the tissue is displaced at the clamping region which increases the force needed to displace the clip from the tissue being clamped.

Abstract: A surgical clip for occluding an anatomical structure is disclosed. The clip has a hinge portions and at least three legs projecting from the hinge portion with a slot portion present between at least two of the legs. The hinge portion affords easy removal of the clip.

Abstract: A clip carrier for supporting a suspender clip comprising double ply flexible material having a pocket between the plies and an opening through one of the plies into the pocket. The opening has a first portion that is utilized to insert the suspender clip into the pocket, and a second portion that is utilized to removably secure the suspender clip within the pocket. The other ply of the flexible material conceals the suspender clip.

Abstract: A universal thermoplastic U clip adapted to be fastened to the apparel of a user and having a pressure sensitive adhesive affixed to one of its legs for supporting diverse semi-flat non-porous articles. The article is fastened to the adhesive by moderate pressure and is permanently secured.