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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7946459 | Safety-enhancing adornment device for a personal alarm or remote control device A simple-to-use adornment device, and method, employed by a user close-at-hand for personal safety enhancement. It contains a personal alarm or remote control device while maintaining a capability for immediate alarm/remote activation to summon assistance. It has a ... | 05/24/2011 |
| 7878380 | 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 100 includes a housing 101 having a channel 105 defined therethrough. The channel 105 is further defin... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7416099 | Neck strap for mobile electronic device A neck strap for a mobile electronic device, includes a flexible loop arrangeable around the neck of a user and a connector whereby said flexible loop is connectable to said mobile electronic device. Furthermore, one section of said flexible loop includes at least o... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7353043 | Mobile communication peripheral device A mobile communication peripheral device includes a main body, a circuit board, an earphone and a microphone. An identification card is disposed on a surface of the main body. The circuit board is disposed within the main body, and includes a transceiver for receivi... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7348490 | Double wire cord and portable audio device using the same A double wire cord is used in an electro-acoustic converter, such as earphones and headphones, and has a long first cord and a long second cord. For example, the first cord is substantially circular in cross section and has a large diameter, the second cord is also ... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7340221 | Adapter for a modular wireless communication device An adapter for a modular wireless communication device. The adapter can include a lanyard, a cradle coupled to the lanyard, the cradle configured to support a short range wireless communication module, the cradle including an audio plug configured to provide a conne... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7334714 | Wearable personal item carrier An assembly that enables a person to flexibly position and hold in place an item of personal property for which the user desires to have frequent and immediate access is provided. The assembly includes a strap that extends diagonally along the front of the user, ove... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7318542 | Tool belt carrier, and pouch constructions A low slung tool belt carrier includes pouches designed to be suspended from a belt strap construction with a shoulder strap crossing over the torso or shoulders to support the larger of two pouches, the pouches arranged to fit on the hips or be rested upon the hips... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7275668 | Umbrella/cup holder device An umbrella/cup holder device for allowing the user to carry other things while using an umbrella to protect oneself from inclement weather. The umbrella/cup holder device includes a harness including a pair of shoulder straps, a cross strap interconnecting the shou... | 10/02/2007 |
| 7232968 | Illuminated in-line controller This portable device relates to an in-line illuminated switch. The switch has a soft glowing light which is visible in a darkened room. Elderly people remove their eyeglasses when resting, and the soft glowing light locates the switch when light is required at bedsi... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7210689 | Tool organizer A tool organizer is disclosed. According to one embodiment, the tool organizer comprises a frame and a plurality of wheels attached to the frame. The tool organizer also includes a tool storage structure supported by the frame. The tool storage structure comprising ... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7204463 | Balancer device for hanging article A balancer device, which is adapted for incorporating with a hanging article having two sidewalls, a front side, and an opposed rear side facing towards a supporting surface, includes two balancing wings each having an inner end, and two connecting units provided at... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7204398 | Multi-purpose wallet/cellular telephone case A multi-purpose wallet/cellular telephone case includes a multi-sectional wallet unit having a central section and first, second, and third foldout sections that are integral with the central section. At least two of these sections are compartment sections. The firs... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7174196 | Implement for mobile phone A mobile phone implement is capable of hearing a voice from the mobile phone or communicating with the ear and capable of easily loading and unloading the earphone and the cord. The mobile phone implement comprises a neck strap that is capable of being attached to a... | 02/06/2007 |
| 7156918 | Weighing devices A weighing device (10) for providing a indication of the weight of a piece of luggage (5), the device comprising load bearing means (11) adapted to be placed on or form part of the carry means of the piece of luggage (H) and indicator means (... | 01/02/2007 |
| 6971562 | Bottle/pack An improved bottle, container, or fluid carrying waist pack which is shaped to fit in the lower back area of a person, has a retaining sleeve with an opening on one end to receive a bottle. The bottle retaining sleeve situated horizontally at its length relative to ... | 12/06/2005 |
| 6929164 | Neck wrap/brace for holding items and belt article holder for same A combination neck wrap/brace for holding items and belt article holder for carrying the same, includes a neck wrap/brace having a neck strap to be wrapped about a neck of a person. A first securing arrangement secures together opposite ends of the neck strap about ... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6923357 | Fishing gear holder A harness-like fishing gear holder vest upon which various pouches are mounted for storing fishing supplies and caught fish. The harness includes two shoulder straps on which are attached six pockets, three on the front of each straps. The two straps are attached to... | 08/02/2005 |
| 6886283 | Transparent document holder A document and card holder has a semi-rigid backing element. Flexible transparent sheets are mounted on the front and back sides of the backing element. Side and bottom edges of the transparent sheets are attached to the side and bottom edges of the backing element ... | 05/03/2005 |
| 6862827 | Holder for displaying travel related documents A holder for a carrying and displaying a variety of travel related documents. The holder has clear pockets where the travel related documents placed therein are easily accessible by the user, easily viewed by security and boarding personnel, and the documents secure... | 03/08/2005 |
| 6848207 | Identification badge assembly An identification badge assembly for identifying products and employees. The identification badge assembly includes a holder assembly including a support member having a main wall, and also including a pouch being attached to a front side of the main wall, and furth... | 02/01/2005 |
| 6789713 | Fishing rod case A fishing rod case is comprised of a flexible longitudinal bag with a storage pouch on one side and an adjustable length strap at the closed end of the bag connectable to the opposite end so that it may serve as a tackle storage case easily carried by the fisherman ... | 09/14/2004 |
| 6729520 | Mechanics tool chest organizer A tool chest organizer having detachable pockets variously arrangeable for a particular set of tools required by a user. An optional clear cover is attachable to the organizer. An attachable shelf unit provides a work space and has fasteners for securing tools. ... | 05/04/2004 |
| 6619519 | Multi-compartment pack The present invention comprises a backpack having a plurality of compartments and modes. Each compartment has a plurality of pockets. The pockets are designed to hold tools or other items in an individual manner. The invention also comprises a waist belt ... | 09/16/2003 |
| 6536639 | Skateboard carrying strap and methods of making the same A carrying strap for carrying a skateboard upon the back of a person attaches around the front truck and behind the back truck of a skateboard. The strap is worn diagonally across the chest of one's body with the skateboard flat side against one's back. T... | 03/25/2003 |
| 6425506 | Decorative cosmetic case A decorative cosmetic case includes a container and a cover member pivotally connected to the bottom of the container. The container has a semi-spherical shell with a recessed interior for storing cosmetics, and an annular projection defines the annular e... | 07/30/2002 |
| 6412676 | Pool equipment carrier A carrier for carrying pool maintenance equipment comprising a substantially flat and flexible panel partitioned into a plurality of pockets. The panel is constructed from a substantially water-resistant and substantially chemical resistant material, such... | 07/02/2002 |
| 6402002 | Tool caddy carrier and tool organizer A tool caddy carrier with sturdy construction, lightweight, easily customized and transports easily. The carrier can be customized for use by any tradesman using belt type tool pouches, various decks for tool storage, and a storage tray. This carrier can ... | 06/11/2002 |
| 6332565 | Structure for carrying scooter A scooter carrying structure comprises a shoulder strap and two retaining rings which are fastened with the upper end and the lower end of the collapsible upright handlebar of the scooter. The shoulder strap is provided at both ends with a retaining hook ... | 12/25/2001 |
| 6315179 | Tool harness The present invention has a single harness strap loop, which is placed diagonally across the body from one shoulder to the opposite hip, similar to bandoleer. At the hip an open hook is provided. This hooks on to the ring provided at the base of most powe... | 11/13/2001 |
| 6179178 | Non-slip carrying strap A non-slip carrying strap is used to carry loads over the shoulder or on the shoulder and helps prevent the strap from coming off of the shoulder. The non-slip carrying strap has a strap, the ends of which are attached to a load in conventional fashion. A... | 01/30/2001 |
| 6123240 | Wearable hanging pager pouch A carrying case for a pager including a pouch having first and second compartments. The first compartment is sized to receive the pager therein and the second compartment is provided for receiving other items such as a credit card, driver's license, money... | 09/26/2000 |
| 6095389 | Backpack A backpack includes a body defining a receptacle and having a back wall with an upper edge and a pair of spaced-apart shoulder straps having upper ends attached to the body proximate to the upper edge of the back wall of the body. A carrying handle is con... | 08/01/2000 |
| 5954247 | Bottle holder A bottle holder is adapted to engage the neck of a bottle below an external annular flange of said neck, especially for suspending a bottle by means of a cord to the neck of a person. The bottle holder comprises, in combination, a cord, and a ring segment... | 09/21/1999 |
| 5941437 | Stroller bag A stroller bag fabricated from a lightweight, durable, easily cleaned material is described. The stroller bag includes a carrier having an upper end, a lower end, a front side, a back side, a first side and a second side. A flexible strap is attached adja... | 08/24/1999 |
| 5938095 | Waterproof carrying bag for rafters and the like A waterproof carrying bag having a flexible, liquid impervious body portion with an internal storage cavity and a substantially rigid neck portion having an inner surface defining an opening into the container. A closure seats on the neck portion, coverin... | 08/17/1999 |
| 5927575 | Sportsman's cushion and backpack The invention provides a cushion and backpack combination including a back support cushion and seat support cushion that are connected by a pair of shoulder straps. Both the back cushion and seat cushion include additional straps for securing the cushions... | 07/27/1999 |
| 5873551 | Baby bottle holder A baby bottle holder provides for the hands free holding of a baby bottle for bottle feeding an infant, thus enabling the person caring for the infant to have both hands free for holding the infant and/or performing other duties as required. The holder co... | 02/23/1999 |
| 5857598 | Baby sling with improved retainer An infant sling carrier has a carrier panel terminating in a tail portion extending from one end. A pair of buckle rings is attached to the carrier panel at the opposite end and functions in concert with the tail portion to provide a sling of adjustable l... | 01/12/1999 |
| 5855306 | Article carrier strap apparatus An article carrier strap apparatus includes an article-engaging strap assembly which includes a first article-engaging-strap end, a first article-engaging-strap connector attached to the first article-engaging-strap end, a second article-engaging-strap en... | 01/05/1999 |