Element Having Key Slot Patents (Class 24/580.11)
  • Patent number: 11324987
    Abstract: A bar and weight discs assembly with disc holding elements intended for sports reveals a set with a bar and at least one disc for weight exercises or weightlifting, where said set is obtained by coupling the discs to the bar without the need to use other coupling means such as bar clamps or safety collars, the set can be used both for an exercise bar of the conventional type of 28 mm in diameter or for an Olympic bar of 50 mm in diameter, as well as the discs that are inserted in the bar (1) which can be of different weights.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Inventor: Pedro Antonio Aguilar Quintana
  • Patent number: 9789015
    Abstract: The invention relates to fasteners comprising a flexible planar backing provided with a fastening element on its upper side and/or on its lower side, wherein the fastener consists of at least one generally Y-shaped one-piece section defined by two opposing arms, which are separated from each other by a recess, and by a third arm joined to the two opposing arms and extending away from said recess, wherein the shape and size of said third arm correspond to the shape and size of said recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2017
    Assignee: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventor: Peter Kitzer
  • Patent number: 9296319
    Abstract: A portable arm support has a hanger mount that is configured to be attached to a structure, such as an automotive door panel. A support member attaches to the hanger mount in a manner so that the support member is rotatable over a range of rotation. The support member can have a convex, curved support surface upon which a user may rest their arm. The support member may rotatably self-adjust upon placement of the user's arm on the support surface. The support member can be connected to the hanger mount via a connector, which connector is attached to a lower part of the support member, but not an upper part of the support member, so as not to resist deflection of the upper part of the support member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Inventor: Solomon J. Orona
  • Publication number: 20140317893
    Abstract: There is provided a lockable buckle including a male member, a female member and a key member. A front surface portion of the female member is formed with a key member insertion hole communicating with an accommodation space. When the key member inserted into the accommodation space through the key member insertion hole is operated, the key member elastically deform engaging portions of the male member to release engagement between the engaging portions and engaged portion of the female member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: YKK Corporation
    Inventor: Yoshinobu Takahashi
  • Patent number: 8539862
    Abstract: A buckle release tool includes a housing element having a convex back surface ergonomically sized to conform to a human hand and a tool element. The housing element includes a rounded perimeter surface having several shallow slots. A tool element dome is provided on the front surface. The tool element dome includes a soft plastic tip surface. A seat belt cutter and a window hammer are housed in an embodiment of buckle release tool. A separate, storage element for the buckle release tool is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Assignee: MiiG Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Marlene G. Robinson
  • Patent number: 8251534
    Abstract: A key holder including an illumination means for illuminating a key shank, the key holder including first and second cooperating parts for accommodating the handle of the key therebetween, said first cooperating part including a fastening means releasably engageable with a key ring mount permanently fixed on said second cooperating part, said fastening means and key ring mount arranged in use to secure the cooperating parts to each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Inventor: Lee Berman
  • Patent number: 8141210
    Abstract: A quick release interconnect and locking device having a base plate with a post A circular and planar D-shaped disc is disposed on an end of the post. The apparatus has a female element with a contoured channel. A keeper plate with a vertical slot is placed over the contoured channel. A medial portion of the contoured channel includes an upper locking face terminating at a lower end in radius, such that when the D-disc is aligned parallel with the upper locking face, the D-disc may be translated downwardly until it encounters a locking portion, where it may again be rotated to bring the sliding face into alignment with a locking face and may then be translated downwardly to a semi-circular portion at the bottom of the contoured channel, where it may be rotated to lock it in the lower locking portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Inventor: Juancarlos Colorado
  • Patent number: 7819370
    Abstract: A quick-release hanging device includes a base and a detachable part. This base includes a first through hole and a second through hole. The first through hole has a first regular polygonal shape. The second through hole has a substantially round shape. The detachable part includes a movable portion, a hanger and a locking portion. The locking portion has a second regular polygonal shape that is relative smaller than and corresponding to the first regular polygonal shape. The locking portion is rotatable within the second through hole. It is easy to manufacture with low cost. The connected structure is quite solid. Moreover, its application scope is wide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Inventor: Cheng-I Ho
  • Patent number: 7707698
    Abstract: An adjustable fastener includes a male part and a female part, both of which are preferably made of soft pliable, sewable plastic. The female fastener part preferably has two or more spaced apart openings. Each having a broad portion and a narrow portion. The male fastener part has a base with an upstanding riser with a flange at the end of the riser. The female fastener part is made of a single thin wall which is sewn to the fabric of the garment. The base of the male part is also made of a single thin wall which is sewn to the fabric of the garment. The single wall construction of the female fastener part makes it more flexible, less easily seen, and not felt so much by the wearer. The female fastener part is provided with a bend between the openings so that it lies flat against the back when the male and female parts are coupled to the tightest position. The center of the riser of the male part is offset from the center of the flange.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2010
    Assignee: Multi-Adjustable Closure Corporation
    Inventor: James Gardner
  • Patent number: 6880297
    Abstract: A modular system for assembling a storage unit is provided which includes a plurality of panels and different connectors. The system allows for subdividing spaces which may feature walls, floors, ceilings, etc. at varying angles or in areas having irregular contours. Additionally, the connectors are simple recesses and protrusions which allow for easy assembly and disassembly of the storage unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2005
    Inventor: Robert M. Johnston
  • Patent number: 6687963
    Abstract: A buckle structure includes a foldable main body, two first movable connectors for fastening a first shoulder strap, and two second movable connectors for fastening a second shoulder strap. The main body is provided at one end with two first retaining holes, and at the other end with two second retaining holes. The first movable connectors are provided with a connection shaft having a retaining slot. The second movable connectors are provided with a connection shaft having a retaining projection. The first movable connectors are movably retained in the first retaining holes of the main body while the second movable connectors are movably retained in the second retaining holes of the main body. The retaining projection of the connection shaft of the second movable connectors is removably retained in the retaining slot of the connection shaft of the first movable connectors at the time when the main body is folded.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Ruey-Yang Chang
  • Patent number: 6536085
    Abstract: An adjustable fastener includes a male part and a female part, both of which are made of soft pliable, sewable plastic. The female fastener part has three spaced apart openings. Each opening has a broad portion and a narrow portion. The male fastener part has a base with an upstanding riser with a flange at the end of the riser. The flange is dimensioned to fit into the broad portion of each opening in the female fastener part and the riser is dimensioned to fit snugly into the narrow portion of each opening in the female fastener part. The narrow portion of each opening in the female fastener part is rectilinear in shape and the riser is also rectilinear in section. Thus, when the riser is in the narrow portion of an opening in the female fastener part, rotation of the male fastener part relative to the female fastener part is prevented. The back side of the male fastener part is provided with parallel grooves which enhance gripping when releasing the fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2003
    Assignee: Multiple Adjustable Closure Corp.
    Inventor: Terri M. Milano