| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
| 224250000 | Flaccid strap-type holding means extending across or about article | 23 |
| 20090173761 | DOG LEASH CONTAINER - A storage container for attachment to a leash includes a first dry compartment, a second dry compartment, and a wet compartment. A lid is disposed between the first and second dry compartments. A fluid tight seal is disposed between the second dry compartment and the wet compartment. | 07-09-2009 |
| 20110297710 | Crib Mattress Caddy - A crib mattress caddy includes at least two top mounting straps and at least two bottom mounting straps. The caddy also includes front and back brackets each including an inner surface for interfacing with a mattress. A primary tilting strap and a primary lifting strap are also included. The inner surfaces of the front and back brackets interface with a mattress. The top and bottom mounting straps are both attached to the front and back brackets. The primary tilting strap is attached to the front bracket. The primary lifting strap is attached to the back bracket. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110204107 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CARRYING AND SECURING SNOW SKI AND SNOWBOARD BOOTS - Apparatus for carrying boots includes a handle, a fabric band in the form of an endless loop connected to the handle, first and second parts of a two-part fabric closure connected to the loop at separate positions with the loop being wrappable about the boots in a manner to contact the first and second parts of the two-part fabric closure, thereby to secure the boots for transport upon lifting of the handle. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110266318 | Carrying Device for Heavy Objects - A carrying device for objects is provided, comprising a frame, preferably constructed from aluminum bar stock, having a first end and a second end. Each of the first and second ends includes an end handle. One or more straps are removably attached to one or more strap mounts positioned on the frame. The strap mounts may comprise a clamp mounted on the frame, wherein the position of the strap can be adjusted. A number of strap slots are also formed into the frame to allow the straps to be suspended from the frame for carrying a heavy or bulky object. The straps can be mounted on the strap mounts and adjusted in length to suit the weight and shape of the objects. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20090057358 | Reusable, adjustable carriers for toting awkward handle-less items and related methods - Reusable, adjustable carriers and related methods are disclosed, the carriers comprising at least one band the length of which is adjustable for contiguous fastened relation around an awkward handle-less item of size and weight for balanced toting of the item from place-to-place. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20100155440 | Item Retaining and Organizing Apparatus - An apparatus for retaining and organizing multiple items. The apparatus may be particularly useful for retaining and organizing items for infants. Such items may include feeding bottles, pacifiers, toys, stimulating devices and articles. The apparatus may retain various items in the proximity of the infant after the items have been thrown or dropped. The apparatus may be attached to one or more structures which can include highchairs, strollers, shopping carts, cribs, furniture, car seats, and the like. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20090242597 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING MODULAR CAMOUFLAGE - Systems and methods for retaining camouflage material from the natural surrounding of a user. A device includes a retaining mechanism and at least two coupling mechanisms for attaching the device to the clothing, or person, of the user. Alternatively, the device includes elastomeric banding to attach a device to the user. The device includes a backing plate to provide tension across the retaining mechanism. The user immobilizes the camouflage material by inserting the camouflage material between the retaining mechanism and the clothing, apparel or person of the user. | 10-01-2009 |
| 20100219217 | MAGNETIC HOLDER - An instrument holder has a magnetic element that is coupled to a looped elastic strap. The looped elastic strap may be stretched to accommodate instruments of varying shapes and sizes. In one embodiment the looped elastic strap is capable of being stretched to a length greater that approximately twice the minimum length of the looped elastic strap. This allows the magnetic element to be secured to instruments of various shapes and sizes by placing the looped elastic strap around an instrument. | 09-02-2010 |
| 20090039123 | Laptop Computer Carrying Articles And Methods Of Manufacturing The Same - Embodiments of laptop computer carrying articles and methods of manufacture thereof are generally described herein. An article for carrying a laptop computer generally comprises a body having a non-secured opening, and a support strap coupled to the body. The non-secured opening comprises dimensions at least as large as at least two of a laptop width, a laptop height, or a laptop thickness. The body further comprises a first side having a substantially uninterrupted surface, and a second side opposite the first side and comprising the non-secured opening. The support strap is integral with at least one of the first or second sides of body. Other embodiments may be described and claimed herein. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090039122 | Universal object retention system and method of use - An object retention system is adapted for retaining any one of a plurality of objects of different size and shape. The object retention system comprises a substantially thin, semi-rigid substrate and having a strap assembly including a plurality of straps overlaying the substrate and arranged in first and second sets oriented and angled in relation to one another. The first and second sets are woven together such as in a non-uniform or random pattern to form a plurality of strap overlaps. Each one of the straps may further be securable to the substrate with at least two anchor points. Strap sections are defined between each adjacent pair of strap overlaps and/or between adjacent pairs of anchor points to allow for insertion of at least one of the objects of multiple size and shape between the strap and substrate. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20110017789 | MUSICAL INSTRUMENT HARNESS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A harness for supporting an instrument includes: a first strap; a first end piece connected to a first end of the first strap; a second end piece connected to a second end of the first strap; and a second strap. A first end of the second strap is connected to the first strap at an attachment location. A third end piece is connected to a second end of the second strap, a connector pivotally connects the third end piece to the first end piece, and a structure in the first end piece may connect the first strap to the instrument. A first length adjustment system is associated with the first strap and a second length adjustment system is associated with the second strap. The first strap is devoid of hardware along an entirety of a portion of the first strap extending between the first end piece and the attachment location. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20090127303 | PORTABLE CARRYING DEVICE - The invention relates to a portable carrying device, arrangement, and method for carrying at least one object such as a bag. The device | 05-21-2009 |
| 20100282794 | Band it / tennis band - The Invention may be used to hold tennis balls while playing or practicing tennis. The item is made into a band which has a height of 8-10 inches and a width that will depend on the fabric or material. The band is worn on the body and must fit tightly to hold the Tennis balls in place while playing or practicing tennis. The band is put on flat to the body then it is folded upward on the body when inserting the tennis balls in the fold to hold them in place. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20120168473 | PACK STRAP - A pack strap is used to secure an article to pack clothing using strap webbing of the pack clothing. In one implementation, the pack strap includes a channel that receives the strap webbing and opposite connectable ends. In one implementation, the pack strap includes a series of apertures and a series of heads facilitating ratcheting down of a size of a loop for securing the article. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20100096421 | Drum clip housing & dispenser - A drum clip housing and dispensing apparatus for firearms incorporates a housing and a dispensing apparatus. The housing comprises a first side wall, a second side wall, a front wall, a rear wall, a top wall, and a bottom wall. The biasing apparatus is disposed at the rear wall of the housing. The biasing apparatus is comprised of a biasing member and a biasing element. The biasing member is affixed with the biasing element. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20090200347 | Luggage and box strap with handle - A versatile strap device to one-hand-carry single or multiple cartons, boxes, luggage or the like. The strap device is a pair of flexible, stretch resistant material with a grip handle. The straps are adjustable with durable quick release buckle closure and will fit variety sized cartons, boxes, luggage or like. The strap device consists of a pair of cross straps with a grip handle which encircle the luggage, boxes or the like for secure handling when hand carried. | 08-13-2009 |
| 20100270344 | Harness for a handheld power equipment - The harness comprises a backplate, a plurality of belts and an attachment. The backplate is arranged on the back of the user. The plurality of belts is configured so that one end of each belt is connected to the backplate and another end of each belt is connected to each other on the front of the user. The attachment is supported by at least one of the backplate and the plurality of belts, and is configured to be attached to the power equipment. The backplate preferably comprises at least one ventilation groove formed on its inner surface and extending to the edge of the backplate, which allows air to pass between the user and backplate easily. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20120261443 | Lariat for Water Bottle - A product including an adjustable cord for hands-free portability of a water container, such as a personal drinking water bottle. Also, methods of making and using the product are provided. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120318834 | Load Carrier Systems and Associated Manufacturing Methods - Embodiments of the invention relate to load carrier systems and associated manufacturing methods. In one embodiment, a load carrier system can include a unitary piece of material. The unitary piece of material can include a body portion comprising a first face side, an opposing face side, a first peripheral edge and an opposing second peripheral edge; and one or more straps comprising a respective extended end, wherein the straps are an integral part of the body portion; wherein the one or more straps are folded over onto the first face side adjacent to the first peripheral edge; and wherein at least one respective end of the one or more straps is fastened to the opposing second peripheral edge. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20090127304 | MULTI-FUNCTION ADJUSTABLE CARRYING CASE - A multi-purpose adjustable carrying case with a center receiving pad and multiple fold-over panels radially extending from the center receiving pad and at least one fold-over strap. The invention can be used to make any number of cases, holders or containers for a variety of items transported in the carrying case in a pocket or purse or attached to the clothing of a user or in a vehicle glove compartment. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20110226826 | PORTABLE SKI CARRIER - A portable ski carrier includes at least one flexible strap having a strap receiver disposed at one end and a strap fastener disposed at the other end. The strap receiver is configured to receive the strap fastener and secure a pair of skis within the strap. A handle is attached to the strap between the ends and disposed perpendicular to the pair of skis. A grip may be disposed about at least a portion of the handle. The grip may include a rubber or foam material and may be rotatably attached to the handle. In another embodiment, the handle is attached to a pair of flexible straps and aligned to the pair of skis. The interior of the strap may include a non-slip material to help secure the pair of skis. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20100155439 | Hand Strap of a Pole - The invention relates to a hand strap of a pole, the hand strap including a strap part ( | 06-24-2010 |
| 20080251552 | Bottle holder - This bottle holder is designed to be a quick and easy attachable device to carry a water bottle or soda can conveniently. The bottle holder is made to attach to a person's belt, fanny pack strap, purse handle, or belt loop by using a vertical hook and loop (Velcro) fastening strap and a horizontal hook and loop fastening strap on the bottle holder. | 10-16-2008 |