Manacles And Cuffs Patents (Class 70/16)
  • Publication number: 20130333425
    Abstract: A set of double locking handcuffs wherein a single cuff has a frame that is a solid member, having an ergonomic base and a single arcuate arm, to which an opposite-facing arcuate swing arm is pivotally affixed at the top of the arm that rotates parallel to the frame in a bypass manner without a mechanical union with the base of the frame. At the top of the swing arm at the pivot point is the housing, having the gear, pawl, and lock assembly disposed in its cavity. The gear's circumference has both ratcheting and smooth surfaces that cooperate with the pawl. The lock assembly comprises a keyway that is configured to cooperate with protrusions within the cavity to prevent defeat of the cuff. The housing of one cuff is at the opposite axial end of the housing of the adjoining cuff when the set is extended outward.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2012
    Publication date: December 19, 2013
    Inventor: SCOTT GREGORY KRELLE
  • Patent number: 8607742
    Abstract: A restraint device having a tubular body with a handle at one end and a telescopic extension rod at the other end which allows the overall length of the body to be selectively adjusted. A cuff is attached to a tether at the end of the rod in a non-deployed position. The tether can be released so a law enforcement officer can loosely control a detainee. Electrical circuitry in the body is connected to electrodes on the lower end of the handle and on the cuff so a disabling charge can be delivered. The device is also useful to civilians as a protective device when jogging, walking, bicycling or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Inventor: James R. Lash
  • Patent number: 8595904
    Abstract: A disposable handcuff system restrains a person's wrists. The system has a flexible tie comprising a locking head, an elongated, substantially planar strap extending from the locking head having a through passageway, and a locking sleeve. The locking head and the locking sleeve have stops that permit the end of the strap to be readily inserted through the passageway and the locking sleeve, but inhibit withdrawal of the strap after it has been tightened around the wrists of the subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: Jersey Tactical Corp.
    Inventors: Nicholas Klementowicz, III, John A. Dapkins, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8578742
    Abstract: An automated wrist restraint system providing a safe and simple device to immobilize a suspect. A conformal flexible band is employed in a loop configuration, to allow, in the open position, the entry of the largest sized hand encountered in the field. In the closed position the band conforms to the geometry of the wrist to minimize contact forces and prevent wrist injury. Additionally, a microprocessor, controlled servomechanism opens, closes and slackens the band to further prevent wrist injury. A simply activated, holster worn, radio transmitter allows the operator to remotely activate the system, while maintaining a safe distance from the suspect. Among the many possibilities contemplated, the system may be fitted to a law enforcement vehicle, or a robot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Inventor: Burt H. Shulman
  • Patent number: 8539798
    Abstract: Handcuffs characterized by a single locking head/single strap support receiving a single handcuff strap. The single locking head/single strap support includes a manually movable locking member which includes locking member ratchets for engagement with the strap ratchets. With one embodiment of the single-strap handcuff apparatus of the invention, a two-link chain of single-strap handcuff apparatuses is formed. With another embodiment of the single-strap handcuff apparatus of the invention, a three-link chain of single-strap handcuff apparatuses is formed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Inventor: Robert Harrington
  • Patent number: 8522581
    Abstract: A safety shield for double-lock leg cuffs having a first lock for disengaging or releasing the leglets after the same have been applied to the legs of a prisoner, and a second lock for fixing the preset contracted position of the leglets on the prisoner's legs. The box-like shield comprises access slots in a wall thereof through which a portion of the associated leg cuff key may be inserted to actuate the second lock without opening the shield or revealing the first lock or removing the shield from the leg cuffs. This arrangement permits the shields to be secured over the leg cuffs prior to application to a prisoner and thereby enhances the officer's safety. The safety shield is also suitable for use with handcuffs including a pair of wristlets pivotally and rotatably connected by either an enlarged ring portion or a short link chain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: CSI-Penn Arms, LLC
    Inventor: Charles E. Thompson
  • Patent number: 8499421
    Abstract: A restraining device for restricting mobility an individual is provided. The restraining device includes an elongated strap having first and second ends. An attaching member, having first and second portions, is secured to the elongated strap, where the first portion is attached to the first end and the second portion is slidably attached to the second end creating a retaining loop for tightly wrapping around an individual's legs. The second end of the elongated strap is extended out a car door leaving the second end hanging outside the car. A retaining strap, defining a series of loops, is attached to a side of the second end of the elongated strap between the second portion of the attaching member and a ring which is attached to the second end of the elongated strap. A fastening member is attached to the ring and is used to adjust the length of the second end hanging outside the car.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2013
    Inventor: Edward Espinosa
  • Publication number: 20130192314
    Abstract: The present invention provides a pick-resistant handcuff, which includes a fixed arc-shaped hook having an accommodation chamber, a movable arc-shaped hook having one end pivotally connected to the fixed arc-shaped hook and a plurality of projecting teeth provided at the other end thereof which can be rotated into the accommodation chamber, an elastic member having one end fixed in the accommodation chamber and another end split into two pressing parts, two locking members pivotally connected in the accommodation chamber and each pressed by the corresponding pressing part and provided with a plurality of lock projecting teeth for engaging with the projecting teeth, and a spacer located between the two locking members and having a through hole corresponding in configuration to a key tooth groove of a key. Thus, the movable arc-shaped hook can only be released from engagement with the locking members by the key, but not a pointed object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2012
    Publication date: August 1, 2013
    Applicant: Acellent Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yang-Fu CHENG
  • Patent number: 8490442
    Abstract: A compact, lightweight, polymeric injection molded handcuff has a strap with a distal free end and a substantially rectangular head. The strap has knife grabbing features that include a plurality of hillocks with valleys therebetween. The strap head has an aperture surrounded by a deformable frame carrying an integrally molded slanted knife with a sharp knife-edge. The strap's distal end is inserted into the head's aperture and a ring is inserted half way therealong to form two loops for inserting a prisoner's hands therethrough. When the distal end of the strap is pulled to tighten the handcuff, the knife-edge rides the hillocks, which interfere therewith owing to deformation of the head's rectangular portion. Upon clearing the hillocks, the knife comes to rest in one of the valleys, thereby securing the prisoner. Attempts by the prisoner to release the handcuff dig the slanted knife-edge into an adjacent hillock, locking the handcuff.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Assignee: Jersey Tactical Corporation
    Inventors: John A Dapkins, Jr., Nicholas Klementowicz, III
  • Publication number: 20130133382
    Abstract: A safety shield for double-lock leg cuffs having a first lock for disengaging or releasing the leglets after the same have been applied to the legs of a prisoner, and a second lock for fixing the preset contracted position of the leglets on the prisoner's legs. The box-like shield comprises access slots in a wall thereof through which a portion of the associated leg cuff key may be inserted to actuate the second lock without opening the shield or revealing the first lock or removing the shield from the leg cuffs. This arrangement permits the shields to be secured over the leg cuffs prior to application to a prisoner and thereby enhances the officer's safety. The safety shield is also suitable for use with handcuffs including a pair of wristlets pivotally and rotatably connected by either an enlarged ring portion or a short link chain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2011
    Publication date: May 30, 2013
    Applicant: CSI-PENN ARMS, LLC
    Inventor: Charles E. Thompson
  • Patent number: 8418512
    Abstract: A security lock for clamping a structure may include a lock housing having a barrel portion that mounts an adjustable band-type clamp. The clamp is adjustable using a lock screw that is rotatable in the housing and has threads that adjustably engage a ridged thread pattern on the clamp. The lock screw has a head that is recessed in a guideway of the housing. The lock screw head has a security lock pattern that requires a matching security key to rotate the lock screw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: McGard LLC
    Inventors: Andrew D. Trank, John F. Mondo, David C. Meyer, Wayne A. Hemmerling
  • Patent number: 8416082
    Abstract: A housing comprised of substantially arced configured first and second pieces pivotally coupled with one another to form an enclosure that defines a substantially circular-cylindrical hole for encompassing and securing an article therein. The housing includes a magnetic switch for resetting an internal alarm system of the EAS alarm tag to OFF, an interlocking sensor switch and an auxiliary sensor switch for arming the EAS alarm tag. When both the interlock sensor switch and the auxiliary sensor switch are closed, the internal alarm system of the EAS alarm tag is armed and set to ON, and if any one of the interlocking sensor switch and the auxiliary sensor switch is tampered, an alarm (external the EAS alarm tag and or) of the EAS alarm tag is triggered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Universal Surveillance Corporation
    Inventors: Adel O. Sayegh, Edgardo Redublo, Weiliang Tong, Mingxing Chen
  • Patent number: 8397545
    Abstract: A restraint device having a tubular body with a handle at one end and a telescopic extension rod at the other end which allows the overall length of the body to be selectively adjusted. A cuff is attached to a tether at the end of the rod in a non-deployed position. The tether can be released so a law enforcement officer can loosely control a detainee. Electrical circuitry in the body is connected to electrodes on the lower end of the handle and on the cuff so a disabling charge can be delivered. The device is also useful to civilians as a protective device when jogging, walking, bicycling or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Inventor: James R. Lash
  • Publication number: 20130055772
    Abstract: Handcuffs characterized by a single locking head/single strap support receiving a single handcuff strap. The single locking head/single strap support includes a manually movable locking member which includes locking member ratchets for engagement with the strap ratchets. With one embodiment of the single-strap handcuff apparatus of the invention, a two-link chain of single-strap handcuff apparatuses is formed. With another embodiment of the single-strap handcuff apparatus of the invention, a three-link chain of single-strap handcuff apparatuses is formed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Inventor: Robert Harrington
  • Patent number: 8365558
    Abstract: Handcuffs made up of a half-bracelet (21), a second half-bracelet (11), at least one casing (1) with a mean of locking (22, 41, 5, 7) and unlocking (4, 5, 9). The second half-bracelet (11) being interdependent (or not) from the casing of the handcuffs. A main characteristic being that the first half-bracelet pivots around an axis (100) located within the casing. The handcuff has a mean of control (3, 6, 200, 24) the first half-bracelet can move around its axis in order to allow a frontal gripping of the hand (or leg) to be blocked.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Inventor: Jérome Garibaldi
  • Patent number: 8356498
    Abstract: A handcuff comprising a bolt and a bolt spring which work in combination to double lock the handcuff. The bolt comprises an underside having teeth which are engagable with the teeth of a jaw. The underside of the bolt further comprises a groove through which a stud disposed on a cheek head of the handcuff is positioned to thereby further secure the bolt in position when the handcuff is locked. The bolt further comprises an upper side comprising a groove, a ridge, and a detent. The bolt spring comprises a body bent to form a side wall which bridges a first spring leg portion to a second spring leg portion, wherein the first and second spring leg portions engage with the upper side of the bolt to hold the bolt spring in a first position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Assignee: Universal Tool Company
    Inventor: Joseph Gotta
  • Patent number: 8353183
    Abstract: A pivot lock for use in a handcuff of the type having a body containing a primary locking system and having parallel strands extending laterally therefrom terminating at a pivoting end, which supports a pivoting locking arm with a plurality of ratcheted teeth for engaging the primary lock. The pivot lock positioned at the pivoting end includes a pivot gear affixed to the locking arm at a pivoting juncture of the strands and the locking arm. The pivot gear has a plurality of teeth about its periphery. A locking pawl has at least one detent and a projection therefrom and is supported by one of the parallel strands. The locking pawl is selectively rotatable between a locked position wherein the projection is in engagement with the plurality of teeth of the pivot gear and an open position wherein the projection is disengaged from the plurality of teeth. A plunger engages the at least one detent for maintaining the locking pawl in a selected rotated position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Inventor: Matthew S. Lofgren
  • Patent number: 8336345
    Abstract: A remote lock mechanism for a handcuff allows the unlocking of the handcuff by insertion of the key in the remote lock mechanism. The remote lock mechanism is located adjacent the pivot connecting the movable jaw of the handcuff to the fixed jaw and, thus, can be operated when the handcuffs are used to restrain a person without the officer's hands being placed between the wrists of the person being restrained. The motion corresponding to the rotation of the key in the remote lock mechanism is transferred to the handcuff lock mechanism to retract the ratchet pawl away from the movable jaw of the handcuff. In one embodiment, the remote lock mechanism utilizes a tumbler that causes opposing rotation of the conventional lock mechanism to first release the double lock mechanism and then retract the ratchet pawl with opposing rotations of the key in the remote lock mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Inventor: Stephen T. Burgoon
  • Patent number: 8307676
    Abstract: A two-pronged body restraining device includes a restraint unit provided at one end of an operating rod and a lock unit provided at the other end within the operating rod. The restraint unit includes a pair of griping members pivotably attached to a supporting member secured to the front end of a sliding bar. The sliding bar is slidably inserted into the operating rod and a pair of swinging plates, which are pivotably attached to a supporting element in which the sliding bar is slidably inserted. The lock unit is comprised of a rack-type engagement portion having saw-toothed projections, and a locking portion having a locking piece to be engaged with the rack-type engagement portion. The lock unit is configured to slide the sliding member only toward the rear end of the operating rod causing the pair of griping members to be closed when the supporting member is moved backwardly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: Sanriki Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventor: Hideaki Irisawa
  • Patent number: 8294583
    Abstract: An EAS Tag with a marker that includes an adjustable housing comprised of a plurality of portions movably coupled with one another, forming an adjustable enclosure. A portion of the plurality of portions is movably coupled with a next, subsequent adjacent portion of the plurality of portions, with a first section of a first portion detachably, and adjustably accommodating a final portion to form the adjustable enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: Universal Surveillance Corporation
    Inventors: Adel O. Sayegh, Edgardo Redublo
  • Publication number: 20120222457
    Abstract: A restraint system includes: a base system engages a restraint to apply the restraint to a person, for example, on the limbs of a person. The base system can communicate with a remote control operated by security person. The remote control can be from a remote location so that the security person is removed from intimate contact with the person to be restrained. This can increase the safety form the security person. The base system can be fixed to a portion of a vehicle, such as a roof, trunk, side panel, hood, bumper, etc. The restraint can include a locking mechanism that helps to prevent overtightening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventors: Matthew Kriesel, Troy Goodenough
  • Patent number: 8230706
    Abstract: A coupling assembly for coupling a first handcuff bracelet and a second handcuff bracelet together, each bracelet including a locking mechanism for opening and closing the bracelet, the coupling assembly comprising: a swivel assembly for permitting angular rotation of at least one of the bracelets in a predetermined first rotational direction relative to a longitudinal axis extending through the swivel assembly and the first and second bracelets, the swivel assembly preventing the bracelets from being rotated in a second rotational direction opposite from said first rotational direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2012
    Inventor: Paul Amo
  • Patent number: 8210006
    Abstract: Pick-resistant handcuffs having two fixed, arc-shaped hooks and one pivotable, arc-shaped hook. The two fixed ring hooks engage each other to form an accommodation chamber for receiving the pivoting hook penetrating into an open side of the accommodation chamber. Central channels are cut in the teeth outer periphery and accommodate a stop projecting part between the lateral edges of the teeth that inhibits unlocking the stop members of the ratchet attached to the two fixed hooks. Elastic members biased toward the teeth are disposed on either side of the stop projecting part act independently to provide ratchet stops to each tooth edge, and the stop projecting portion blocks insertion of a pick and unlock both of the two ratchets simultaneously.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2012
    Assignee: CSI-Penn Arms, LLC
    Inventors: Wen-Sheng Huang, Charles E. Thompson
  • Publication number: 20120118027
    Abstract: An automated wrist restraint system providing a safe and simple means to immobilize a suspect. A conformal flexible band is employed in a loop configuration, to allow, in the open position, the entry of the largest sized hand encountered in the field. In the closed position the band conforms to the geometry of the wrist to minimize contact forces and prevent wrist injury. Additionally, a microprocessor, controlled servomechanism opens, closes and slackens the band to further prevent wrist injury. A simply activated, holster worn, radio transmitter allows the operator to remotely activate the system, while maintaining a safe distance from the suspect. Among the many possibilities contemplated, the system may be fitted to a law enforcement vehicle, or a robot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2011
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Inventor: Burt H. Shulman
  • Patent number: 8156771
    Abstract: Disposable handcuffs include a flat strap of flexible material forming adjustable loops and a box for fixing the central section of the flat strap and provided with passages for receiving the flat strap, each of the passages having a strap supporting wall and an opposite partially offset wall forming a cavity between the walls closed on the side of the box adjacent to the loop and opened on the opposite side of the box. A rotational body is located within each of the cavities for contact of the rotational surface thereof with the offset wall on one side and with the flat strap on the other side, a boss including a sharp end extending from the rotational surface to engage the flat strap in the area of the cavity adjacent to the opposite side of the box.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Inventors: Bretislav Kostal, Vladimir Kupa
  • Publication number: 20120085135
    Abstract: The subject handcuffs can expand from a retracted position to an expanded position to allow individuals to be safety and effectively apprehended and restrained, including large waisted individuals. The handcuffs (100) include a first cuff (102) and a second cuff (104) interconnected by an expandable connecting assembly (106). The expansion mechanism (112) includes a spool (120) and a release (122). The spool (120) rotates to pay out or retract a cable (108). In operation, the handcuffs (100) can be secured to one wrist of the individual. The release (122) can then be operated to expand the handcuffs (100) so that the handcuffs (100) can be secured to the other wrist of the individual.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Inventor: Billie Louden
  • Publication number: 20110259058
    Abstract: A remote lock mechanism for a handcuff allows the unlocking of the handcuff by insertion of the key in the remote lock mechanism. The remote lock mechanism is located adjacent the pivot connecting the movable jaw of the handcuff to the fixed jaw and, thus, can be operated when the handcuffs are used to restrain a person without the officer's hands being placed between the wrists of the person being restrained. The motion corresponding to the rotation of the key in the remote lock mechanism is transferred to the handcuff lock mechanism to retract the ratchet pawl away from the movable jaw of the handcuff. In one embodiment, the remote lock mechanism utilizes a tumbler that causes opposing rotation of the conventional lock mechanism to first release the double lock mechanism and then retract the ratchet pawl with opposing rotations of the key in the remote lock mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2011
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Inventor: Stephen T. Burgoon
  • Publication number: 20110232338
    Abstract: Pick-resistant handcuffs having two fixed, arc-shaped hooks and one pivotable, arc-shaped hook. The two fixed ring hooks engage each other to form an accommodation chamber for receiving the pivoting hook penetrating into an open side of the accommodation chamber. Central channels are cut in the teeth outer periphery and accommodate a stop projecting part between the lateral edges of the teeth that inhibits unlocking the stop members of the ratchet attached to the two fixed hooks. Elastic members biased toward the teeth are disposed on either side of the stop projecting part act independently to provide ratchet stops to each tooth edge, and the stop projecting portion blocks insertion of a pick and unlock both of the two ratchets simultaneously.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2010
    Publication date: September 29, 2011
    Inventors: Wen-Sheng Huang, Charles E. Thompson
  • Patent number: 7987761
    Abstract: A time limited restraint device. After a predetermined time, a cutter of the time limited restraint device cuts a restraint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2011
    Inventors: Frank Butler, William G. Rusher, Jr., Philip J. Ufkes
  • Publication number: 20110167880
    Abstract: A disposable handcuff system restrains a person's wrists. The system has a flexible tie comprising a locking head, an elongated, substantially planar strap extending from the locking head having a through passageway, and a locking sleeve. The locking head and the locking sleeve have stops that permit the end of the strap to be readily inserted through the passageway and the locking sleeve, but inhibit withdrawal of the strap after it has been tightened around the wrists of the subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2010
    Publication date: July 14, 2011
    Inventors: Nicholas Klementowicz, III, John A. Dapkins, JR.
  • Publication number: 20110126597
    Abstract: A two-pronged body restraining device includes a restraint unit provided at one end of an operating rod and a lock unit provided at the other end within the operating rod. The restraint unit includes a pair of griping members pivotably attached to a supporting member secured to the front end of a sliding bar. The sliding bar is slidably inserted into the operating rod and a pair of swinging plates, which are pivotably attached to a supporting element in which the sliding bar is slidably inserted. The lock unit is comprised of a rack-type engagement portion having saw-toothed projections, and a locking portion having a locking piece to be engaged with the rack-type engagement portion. The lock unit is configured to slide the sliding member only toward the rear end of the operating rod causing the pair of griping members to be closed when the supporting member is moved backwardly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2010
    Publication date: June 2, 2011
    Applicant: Sanriki Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventor: Hideaki Irisawa
  • Patent number: 7900324
    Abstract: A device for handling or storing items uses jaw members that hinge to one of several closed positions in which the inner surface of a first jaw is engaged by an engagement device of the second jaw. An external release member in the second jaw is used to move the engagement device between an engaging and a disengaged position. The second jaw also incorporates a retaining surface, positioned opposite the outer surface of the first jaw when the jaws are closed, which opposes outward flexing of said first jaw member, and thus reduces the opportunity for disengagement due to forces from inside the jaws.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Inventor: Mak H. Ginocchio
  • Patent number: 7882599
    Abstract: A handcuff apparatus includes a combination locking head and strap support which includes a first longitudinal axis. A first handcuff strap and a second handcuff strap are connected to the combination locking head and strap support. Each of the respective first and second handcuff straps are connected to the combination locking head and strap support. Both of the handcuff straps extend outward from the combination locking head and strap support from the same side of the strap support. Each of the respective handcuff straps includes a ratchet-bearing side and a smooth side which contacts the skin of a person to be restrained. Respective strap-supported unidirectional ratchet members are located on the respective ratchet-bearing sides. The locking head and strap support is provided with a movable locking clip or member normally supported in a first or non-engagement position within a portion of the locking head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Inventor: Robert Harrington
  • Publication number: 20100319412
    Abstract: A restraining device for restricting mobility an individual is provided. The restraining device includes an elongated strap having first and second ends. An attaching member, having first and second portions, is secured to the elongated strap, where the first portion is attached to the first end and the second portion is slidably attached to the second end creating a retaining loop for tightly wrapping around an individual's legs. The second end of the elongated strap is extended out a car door leaving the second end hanging outside the car. A retaining strap, defining a series of loops, is attached to a side of the second end of the elongated strap between the second portion of the attaching member and a ring which is attached to the second end of the elongated strap. A fastening member is attached to the ring and is used to adjust the length of the second end hanging outside the car.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2010
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Edward Espinosa
  • Patent number: 7854231
    Abstract: Retention systems, methods, and components for controlling body movement are shown and described. Retention systems can be used to reduce, limit, or substantially eliminate unwanted body movement, such as arm movement. The disclosed systems can be quickly and conveniently positioned on a user's arm to keep the arms against or near the torso of the wear. The retention system can be worn when performing normal everyday activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2010
    Inventor: Matt Mostad
  • Publication number: 20100269548
    Abstract: A handcuff apparatus includes a combination locking head and strap support which includes a first longitudinal axis. A first handcuff strap and a second handcuff strap are connected to the combination locking head and strap support. Each of the respective first and second handcuff straps are connected to the combination locking head and strap support parallel to a second longitudinal axis which is substantially perpendicular to the first longitudinal axis. Both the handcuff straps extend outward from the combination locking head and strap support from the same side of the strap support. Each of the respective handcuff straps includes a ratchet-bearing side and a smooth side which contacts the skin of a person to be restrained. Respective strap-supported unidirectional ratchet members are located on the respective ratchet-bearing sides.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2009
    Publication date: October 28, 2010
    Inventor: Robert Harrington
  • Publication number: 20100269549
    Abstract: A hand restraint device consisting of a pair of hand restraint mitts which are used for restraining the hands of an individual to prevent them from using their hands in undesired ways. The mitts can be used in conjunction with handcuffs. The mitts can be placed on the individual either before or after the handcuffs are secured to the individual. The mitts are designed to open up on the bottom and one side of the mitt which allows quick and easy placement on the hand of the individual. A cable tie or strap which has been placed through two pockets, one on each side, close to the bottom of the mitt can be quickly and easily pulled to secure the hand within the mitt. Under tension from the tie or strap, the mitt completely encases the hand up to the wrist which prevents the use of the hand or fingers in undesired ways. When the cable tie or strap is pulled to secure the hand, the hand chamber, which the hand is in, bows out under the tension of the strap to create an open pocket for the hand to float inside.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2008
    Publication date: October 28, 2010
    Inventor: David Isaacs
  • Publication number: 20100229350
    Abstract: Disposable handcuffs include a flat strap of flexible material forming adjustable loops and a box for fixing the central section of the flat strap and provided with passages for receiving the flat strap, each of the passages having a strap supporting wall and an opposite partially offset wall forming a cavity between the walls closed on the side of the box adjacent to the loop and opened on the opposite side of the box. A rotational body is located within each of the cavities for contact of the rotational surface thereof with the offset wall on one side and with the flat strap on the other side, a boss including a sharp end extending from the rotational surface to engage the flat strap in the area of the cavity adjacent to the opposite side of the box.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2010
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Inventors: Bretislav Kostal, Vladimir Kupa
  • Publication number: 20100229608
    Abstract: A ratchet strap handcuff connector includes an elongated main member having a first ratchet strap locking head facing a first direction and at least a second ratchet strap locking head facing a direction opposite the first direction. A ratchet strap handcuff connector system includes a) an elongated main member having a first ratchet strap locking head facing a first direction and at least a second ratchet strap locking head facing a direction opposite the first direction; and, b) at least one ratchet strap handcuff having a ratchet strap adapted to fit into a ratchet strap locking head of the elongated member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2009
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Inventors: John A. Dapkins, JR., Nicholas I. Klementowicz, III, Kenneth P. Glynn
  • Publication number: 20100206017
    Abstract: Handcuffs made up of a half-bracelet (21), a second half-bracelet (11), at least one casing (1) with a mean of locking (22, 41, 5, 7) and unlocking (4, 5, 9). The second half-bracelet (11) being interdependent (or not) from the casing of the handcuffs. A main characteristic being that the first half-bracelet pivots around an axis (100) located within the casing. The handcuff has a mean of control (3, 6, 200, 24) the first half-bracelet can move around its axis in order to allow a frontal gripping of the hand (or leg) to be blocked.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Inventor: Jerome Garibaldi
  • Publication number: 20100162775
    Abstract: Disposable double loop handcuffs formed from two flexible straps each strap having a first end and a second end, each strap having a terminal hinge member at the first end and a handle at the second end, the first end having an opening that is less distally-positioned and more medially-positioned than the terminal hinge member, the second end inserted through the opening in the first end to form the strap into a loop. The opening contains a unidirectional locking head comprising a ratchet with teeth and pawl, the pawl extending monolithically from the strap on the distal side of the opening, the teeth located on the second end of the strap medial to the handle. The tip of the first end of the first strap has two hinge knuckles for receiving a third hinge knuckle between them. The tip of the first end of the second strap has at least a third hinge knuckle for inserting between the two hinge knuckles of the first strap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Publication date: July 1, 2010
    Inventor: Michael Anthony Martinez
  • Patent number: 7712200
    Abstract: A prisoner seat security device includes a retractable strap which hooks or clasps onto a prisoner, preferably by a restraint device on the prisoner, such as hand-cuffs. As the prison seats in the seat, the strap retracts. The officer can then lock the retraction mechanism so that the strap will not extend and the prisoner is held in place. When it is desired for the prisoner to get out of the chair, the lock is released, allowing the prisoner to stand the strap to be disconnected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2010
    Inventors: Keith D. Squires, Omar L. Issa
  • Publication number: 20100031709
    Abstract: A set of handcuffs which has a first bracelet, a second bracelet, and control device, one-way locking mechanism, retractable/expendable mechanism, retractable/expendable track. In first embodiment main/first bracelet comprises a retractable/expendable mechanism. One end of line is attached to the second bracelet and the other end of the line is attached to the retractable/expendable mechanism. When first bracelet is open, line are to be move in or out freely but once first bracelet is closed line which is attached to second bracelet are to be in retraction mode only, until first bracelet is open again. A second embodiment comprise extendable/retractable track with docking hole to secure second bracelet in place.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2009
    Publication date: February 11, 2010
    Inventors: Keun Jung Kim, Kay KC Kim
  • Publication number: 20100018263
    Abstract: The “Restrainer” is geared towards rapid and safe control gaining, restraining and removal of certain individuals in various situations. The “Restrainer” gives a critical advantage by creating a higher physical leverage and supplys a firm safe and comfortable grip. The “Restrainer” acts as a restraining device, neutralizing device, removal device and arresting device, all according to mission characteristics and with a high reliability and minimum harm to the user and restrained individual.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2008
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventor: Ido Ben Yehuda
  • Patent number: 7629892
    Abstract: A restraining device includes an alarm circuit which activates an alarm if a restrained individual tampers with the device. The restraining device includes a hinged cover which when closed covers both the key hole of the restraining device and the power source for the alarm circuit. A first sensor senses when the cover is open, and a second sensor senses when the device's double lock mechanism is engaged.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2009
    Inventor: Charles E. DeMott
  • Publication number: 20090277229
    Abstract: A system and method for safely and effectively restraining a person having hands restrained by handcuffs joined by a connecting element is disclosed. An enclosure is placed around the hands and handcuffs the person to be secured. The enclosure includes a pair of walls defining an opening, each wall having a top peripheral edge and an aperture spaced apart from the top peripheral edge. A fastening element is extended through the apertures of the walls and fastened to restrict the movement of the hands and handcuffs of the person. The fastening element encircles the opening and top peripheral edges of the walls of the enclosure but does not encircle the connecting element of the handcuffs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2008
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Inventor: James C. Smith
  • Patent number: 7581416
    Abstract: A restraint strap system for a prisoner or other person to be transported comprises an elongated strap with a neck loop, and a front section that overlies the front of a person when installed or worn, and which is of length so that it passes between the legs of the wearer. A back flexible member, such as a strap or chain is attached to the lower portion of the front section and passes to the back of the wearer. The back flexible member is secured to a connector at the back of the neck loop with a quick attachment link and a lock. The front strap includes provisions for passing a body band through a formed loop in the front section and which body band is secured at the rear with the lock system for the back flexible member. An elongated link that can be locked in place after securing handcuffs, a belly chain, or a body belt in place at the front of the wearer is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2009
    Inventor: John Lenertz
  • Publication number: 20090211316
    Abstract: A time limited restraint device. After a predetermined time, a cutter of the time limited restraint device cuts a restraint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2009
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Inventors: Frank Butler, William G. Rusher, Philip J. Ufkes
  • Publication number: 20090205379
    Abstract: A flexible Nylon devise that makes an adjustable loop used to restrain a person. The devise is comprised of two straps and a center double O connector. The straps have teeth on one side and are smooth on the other. There is a lock housing on one end and the other is tapered for easy insertion. The double O connector is placed with each of the two straps inserting into one side of the connector. The tapered end is inserted into the open end of the lock then slides into lock forming a loop. As the strap travels through the housing it encounters a set of pawls on the base of the lock. The strap is now locked. Repeat the step, you now have a set of Flexible handcuffs. To release insert a universal Handcuff key turn counter clockwise one sixteenth of an inch 7 degrees to open.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventor: Danny Alan Williams
  • Publication number: 20090151401
    Abstract: Disclosed is an improved restrain for immobilizing an individual. The restraint includes a central support that is secured in front of an individual and which simultaneously secures the neck and thighs. The restrain thereby forces the individual to bend at both the waist and the knees to severely limit the individual's range of movement. The restraint finds particular application in connection with law enforcement activities or other situations where it is necessary to easily and effectively immobilize an individual.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2007
    Publication date: June 18, 2009
    Inventor: Gustave C. Phanstiel