Abstract: A hanger to hang an object to a support. The hanger includes an elongated base with a back, a mount that overlaps with a top section of the back, and a hook that overlaps with a bottom section of the back. A tongue is mounted to the back and extends outward from the back towards the hook. Apertures extend through the back, the tongue, and the mount, with the apertures aligned in a straight line. The base comprises a unitary, one-piece construction.
Abstract: A key ring includes a body having an upper ring and a lower ring, the upper ring having a closable opening. The upper ring and the lower ring are separated by a pinch point. The pinch point includes a first and second side of the body, the first and second sides of the body in very close proximity at the pinch point, such that a key sliding along the lower ring of the body may not easily pass the pinch point to the upper ring.
Abstract: A lockable latch system includes an anchor bar rigidly connected to a vehicle and a rigid hook operably engaged with the anchor bar. A springboard is disposed on the rigid hook. The springboard is operable between an obstructing position, wherein the springboard prevents disengagement of the rigid hook from the bar and an unobstructing position, wherein the springboard does not prevent disengagement of the rigid hook from the bar. A lock assembly includes a cam operable between an interference position, wherein the cam prevents the springboard from entering the unobstructing position and a non-interference position, wherein the cam does not prevent the springboard from entering the unobstructing position.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 8, 2009
Date of Patent:
October 30, 2012
Assignee:
Ford Global Technologies, LLC
Inventors:
Junko Pauken, Charles Alan Rocco, Michael James Whitens
Abstract: A carabiner designed for use with strap or webbing is disclosed. The carabiner includes a trimmed feature that is incorporated into a straight portion of the body where strap or webbing can be attached. The strap or webbing can be looped around the trimmed feature and sewn tight, thereby effecting a permanent and slip-free attachment.
Abstract: A coupling device has a shackle, a hook connected to the shackle, and a safety clamp device surrounding the shackle. The safety clamp device has a central reinforced rib, a flap bar, a slot, a plurality of clamp teeth, and a flexible plate. The flexible plate has a curved portion and a guide recess. The flap bar is inserted in the slot of the safety clamp device.