Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
116173000 | FLAGS AND FLAGSTAFFS | 70 |
20080282960 | Noisemaker pennant - The noisemaker pennant is a combination pennant or flag and a noisemaker device that enables the sports fan to simultaneously express his or her emotions at an event both visually and audibly. Waving the present noisemaker pennant serves to display the pennant or flag thereon, while simultaneously activating the noisemaker device attached thereto. The noisemaker pennant may have various types of pennants, flags, banners, etc. formed of relatively thin, flexible material, with a sports team logo, player's name, political symbol, etc., displayed thereon. The noisemaker portion may be any of various devices, including, but not limited to, clappers, ratcheting devices, bells, whistles, etc. The noisemaker portion and/or the pennant may be removably secured to the staff, to allow the user to interchangeably install different noisemakers with the pennant or flag. A handgrip is provided on the staff opposite the noisemaker end thereof. | 11-20-2008 |
20090007838 | Flag Display Assembly - Disclosed is a flag display assembly capable of being secured to a trailer hitch receiver of a vehicle for the purpose of displaying flags. The flag display assembly comprises a center plate; a cross bar coupled to the center plate; a first flag staff engaging member and a second flag staff engaging member coupled to opposite end portions of the cross bar; a first flag staff removably engaged to the first flag staff engaging member; a second flag staff removably engaged to the second flag staff engaging member; and an engaging unit coupled to the center plate. The engaging unit capable of being received within the trailer hitch receiver of the vehicle, and secured therein, thereby engages the flag display assembly to the trailer hitch receiver for displaying a first flag and a second flag. | 01-08-2009 |
20090013920 | Flag holder for warning signs - A display system for use with a sign panel includes a bracket with a securement for attachment to a sign panel structure such as a support rib, to receive support therefrom. The bracket includes pairs of diagonally spaced apart support surfaces with each pair of support surfaces defining a channel for receiving a respective flag staff, to support opposite sides of a flag staff at spaced apart locations. A pivot connection pivotally attaches the flag staffs to the bracket, bringing the flag staffs into alignment with the support surfaces as the flags are rotated between an open or display position and a closed or storage position. | 01-15-2009 |
20090013921 | Decorative outdoor home flag kit - A decorative home flag kit having a flag sheet which has a front side displaying a decorative graphic wherein the decorative graphic is being printed on the front side and is displayed in a reverse manner without any noticeable lost of image sharpness and color density on a rear side of the flat sheet which communicatively couples with the front side, and a flag sleeve disposed at an edge of the flag sheet. The decorative home flag kit further has a flag support frame for suspending the flag sheet which has a suspending arm having an engaging hook which is adapted to engage with the flag sleeve of the flag sheet such that the suspending arm can be inserted into and enclosed by the flag sleeve, an extending member coupling with the suspending arm and a mounting base coupling with the extending member for mounting. | 01-15-2009 |
20090038534 | FLAGPOLE ASSEMBLIES - A flagpole assembly comprising a flagpole body having an aperture disposed in the side thereof, one or two internal fastening plates, disposed within the flagpole body, an external fastening plate and door assembly and a set of threaded fasteners securing the flagpole assembly together. A cleat or winch mount may be secured to the internal fastening plate, having a winch secured thereto for securement of a flag halyard inside the flagpole body. | 02-12-2009 |
20090095210 | Reversible rally flag - A flag having a first panel having an outer surface and an inner surface, the first panel bearing a first indicia visible from the outer surface when the flag is turned outside-out, and from the inner surface when the flag is turned inside-out; and, a second panel having an outer surface and an inner surface, the second panel bearing a second indicia visible both from the outer surface when the flag is turned outside-out, and from the inner surface when the flag is turned inside-out; the first and second panels each having a perimeter, the perimeters of the first and second panels substantially secured to one another to form a pouch having a single opening to accommodate turning the flag inside-out. | 04-16-2009 |
20090107390 | Boat and vehicle flag mounting device - The invention provides a device to removeably attach a flag to a ball hitch comprising a proximate end and a terminal end, where the proximate end has a plurality of fingers and where one end of each of the fingers is attached to a mast. | 04-30-2009 |
20090120349 | ARM COVER WITH INTEGRAL BANNER - An arm cover with an integral banner is presented that may be provided to sports fans, political fans, etc., as a novelty item. The arm cover includes a tubular member sized and shaped to comfortably fit over a person's forearm, wrist, hand and base of the fingers of a wearer. A banner is attached either temporarily or permanently to the tubular member and it can constitute a national/team flag, pennant, a logo, or provide other promotional information. In one embodiment of the invention, the banner is folded and tucked into a pocket or slit formed in the tubular member in order to hide it when it is not in use. The wearer can display the banner by pulling it out of the pocket or slit. | 05-14-2009 |
20090133616 | Truck Bed Stake Hole Assembly - A truck bed stake hole assembly comprising a shaft with a threaded end; a bottom plate shaped like a rectangle with a corner missing and with a threaded hole in which the threaded end is receivable; and a top plate with a downward extending post that aligns with the missing corner of the bottom plate and with a hole slightly larger than the threaded end. To use, the shaft is placed through the hole in the top plate and threaded into the hole in the bottom plate; the bottom plate is inserted into a truck bed stake hole; the top plate rests atop the stake hole; and the bottom plate is rotated to wedge within the stake hole. To remove, the bottom plate is rotated counterclockwise until the post in the top plate acts as a stop and prevents rotation, and the assembly is then removed from the stake hole. | 05-28-2009 |
20090139441 | WRAP AROUND BANNER - A wrap around banner is in the form of a flexible body having an exposed display on at least its front side. Adjustable attachment structure is located on the back side of the body extending inwardly from a first end of the body. Complementary adjustable attachment structure is located on the front side of the body extending inwardly from an opposite second end. The banner is wrapped around an object until its ends are superimposed and the banner is firmly mounted in place by engagement of the attachment structure and complementary attachment structure. | 06-04-2009 |
20090165698 | PORTABLE SAFETY FLAG DEVICE AND METHOD THEREFOR - A portable safety flag device and method therefor capable of being coupled to a wheelchair, trailer or the like to improve visibility and improve safety. The portable safety flag device may include a handle at one end of a pole with a flag at the opposite end or may include a coupling mechanism, preferably a clamp, at the end of the pole opposite the flag and capable of coupling the device to a vehicle or other object. | 07-02-2009 |
20090188423 | Securing device - A securing device for securing a flag having a grommet to a cord is provided. Such securing device includes a support member manufactured from a predetermined material and having a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size. Such support member further having at least one aperture disposed therethrough at a predetermined location. Such aperture has a second predetermined size and is capable of being threaded with a cord for securing such cord to such support member, such cord has a third predetermined size. A securing mechanism is operably connectable to such support member for securing such flag to such support member. | 07-30-2009 |
20090241828 | Mechanics for haybella tech automated distress-flag system - This invention pertains to the boating industry. More specifically the sports realm. It is intended to automatically control the flag. knowing when a boarder is up or down with out any electronics use is this inventions most unique aspect. It specifically usestension to identify the status of the boarder, skier, etc. weather they are up riding, or down in the water. It is designed to look nice while giving the boaters a more enjoyable and hassle free time while insuring the safety of their friends or family to the highest degree possible which is mounting at the top of the tower where there are no object obstructing the view. | 10-01-2009 |
20090320740 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RELOCATING AND SUPPORTING AN OBJECT | 12-31-2009 |
20100058972 | Mini flag clip - A device to connect common headgears to common mini flags or banners. Functioning as a clip and a womb as well, it applies a strong enough hold on headgears and provides a cavity for common mini flags' standards to stand straight to let the flag float above the head of the bearer. | 03-11-2010 |
20100064960 | GOLF BAG - A golf flag includes at least two zones, one being substantially rigid to receive and display advertising matter, and the other is flexible to indicate wind direction and strength. | 03-18-2010 |
20100101479 | Telescopic flagpole - A dual purpose flagpole has a plurality of elongated telescopic tubular sections for connecting vertically in a fully extended position to form a flagpole, and for collapsing telescopically in a nested position into the bottom tubular section. Each section has a smaller upper end and a larger lower end for forming a tapered tubular pole. Connectors for attaching a flag to the flagpole allow the flag to rotate freely in the wind so as to prevent the flag from wrapping around the flagpole. A foldable support stand for portable use of the flagpole includes a tubular support member, a rectangular plate, and foldable braces. For permanent use, each of the tubular sections has an aperture and a threaded fastener to provide additional structural integrity for the flagpole in the extended position. Different colors and shapes of figures on the outer surface of the flagpole resemble the theme of the flag. | 04-29-2010 |
20100116192 | BREAK APART MODULAR ATV FLAG AND COUPLER - A break apart modular flag and coupler for an ATV, includes a plurality of shaft segments, a plurality of break away couplers corresponding to said shaft segments coupling said plurality of shaft segments, a break away base coupler removably joining said one of said plurality of shaft segments to an ATV, and a flag attached to one of said plurality of shaft segments. | 05-13-2010 |
20100122652 | Mourning Flag - A specially designed flagpole designated as the Mourning Flag, comprising two distinct features which set this product apart from standard mounted flag poles available on the market. Firstly, positioned at the base of the Mourning Flag pole is a durable metal swing rod, configured expressly to enable users to adjust the angling of the pole in order to lower the pole during national days of mourning. Most notably, the pole itself comprises a telescoping extension, incorporated into the design of the distal end of the pole and hidden flush within the pole when not in use, easily pulled outward from the pole to extend the length of the pole several feet. As such, when this telescoping extension is accessed, it creates the effect that the flag was positioned at half staff, as opposed to being hung in the standard fashion, on the end of the flag pole. In an alternative embodiment, a decorative eagle or similar ornamental topper can be integrally attached to the end of the Mourning Flag pole, adding a festive patriotic touch to the overall display. | 05-20-2010 |
20100122653 | Guadua Flagpole for Flag Raising with Inner Compartment on Same Pole for Storing the Flag - A flagpole formed of the guadua plant has an interior cavity for storing a flag. | 05-20-2010 |
20100263583 | Flag-Mounting Device for Vehicles - A positionally-adjustable flag-mounting device for use on vehicles. The flag mounting device includes a base member for receiving a flagstaff base and a mounting clip that removably attaches to a vehicle. The mounting clip is rotatably attached to the base member. The mounting clip includes means for removably mounting the mounting clip to a portion of the vehicle. | 10-21-2010 |
20100319605 | Securing device - A flag securing assembly includes elongate member formed with an opening, opposed notched ends, and a lug projecting away from the elongate member and which terminates with a free end. A major loop of a line is applied through the opening and is folded over the elongate member forming in the line opposite minor loops applied to the opposed notched ends, a length of the line extending between the minor loops along the elongate member, and standing parts that project outward in opposite directions from the opposed notched ends. A grommet of a flag is applied to the lug between the free end of the lug and the elongate member, and a fastener is applied to the free end of the lug captively retaining the grommet of the flag between the free end of the lug and the elongate member. | 12-23-2010 |
20110067621 | DEVICE FOR REMOVABLE ATTACHMENT OF A FLAG ON A FLAGPOLE | 03-24-2011 |
20110094436 | Vertical flag display apparatus - A vertical flag display apparatus comprises a support bar, a flag spar, a flag pole, and locking end caps. The flag spar can be a rod, bar, or other tubular pole. The flag spar threads through a flag sleeve so that the flag hangs down from the spar when the spar is held parallel to the ground. The locking end caps attach to an end of the spar and ensure that the flag can not slide off of the spar. The end caps attach to each end of the support bar securing the spar to the support bar. The flag pole attaches to the support bar and extends downwards and perpendicular to the support bar. The flag pole is attached to the side of a building, etc. so as to hold the flag pole generally 45 degrees out from the side of the building and in an upwards orientation. | 04-28-2011 |
20110139058 | DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING A FLAG - A device for displaying a flag includes a raisable and lowerable flag container ( | 06-16-2011 |
20110162575 | Methods and Apparatus for Seating an Annulus within an Annular Groove - Disclosed are methods and apparatus for seating an annulus featuring a fixed inner plan within an annular groove having a rim of greater plan than the inner plan of the annulus. | 07-07-2011 |
20110185960 | Flag Pole Assembly - A knock down flag pole assembly is provided including a base, a ferrule, and an elongate post. The base may include a coupling with a pocket having a coupling member or portion configured to removably couple to the ferrule. The coupling secures the ferrule to the base, but also permits the flag pole to be knocked out from the base. | 08-04-2011 |
20110192340 | FLAGPOLE ARRANGEMENT WITH INTEGRAL COUNTERWEIGHT - A flag arrangement with an integral counterweight for an internal halyard flagpole having a longitudinal axis, the counterweight having a flexible segment and opposed ends with first and second attachment means and a surrounding sheath where the first attachment means is in connection to a halyard having an external end. In some aspects, the first attachment means engages a secondary linkage having a rotatable swivel attached to the halyard external end, wherein the first and second attachment means are in cooperating relationship with a flag attachment means. In another aspect, the first attachment means engages a secondary linkage having a rotatable swivel attached to the halyard external end. | 08-11-2011 |
20110197803 | COLOR GUARD ADJUSTABLE FLAG POLE WEIGHT - An improvement in a color guard flag pole weight is disclosed. The flag pole weight is inserted into one or both ends of a flag pole. For larger or heavier flag poles or when a performer is performing a great deal of spinning against the wind, weighting the pole dramatically improves the ease of rotation of the flag pole to counteract the drag created when the flag pole catches the wind and improves the ease of rotation for both the spinning and the tossing. When the weight is inserted into the flag pole, a split ring on the weight is expandable to grip the inside diameter of the pole. The weight of the insert is adjustable by screwing one or more weights into the insert. The additional weights are male-female threaded to allow for a large number of weights to be added and limited only to the length of the flag pole. | 08-18-2011 |
20110214598 | WINDOW DISPLAY HANGER FOR VEHICLE SALES MATERIAL - An informational display device and method for displaying informational material about an item to potential customers for the item. The device includes a housing for removably receiving informational material, and a clip portion for attachment to the item. In example forms, a vehicle information sheet or buyer's guide is secured to a window of a vehicle and can be removed, replaced and reused. In one form, the display device is modular and includes a clip adapted to be slipped over the top of a door glass of the vehicle, a rail removably attached to the clip, and a document display housing secured to the rail and comprising an inner panel and an outer panel, and defining a chamber therebetween for receiving and displaying a document, with at least a portion of the document display housing being transparent to allow viewing of the document therethrough. | 09-08-2011 |
20110220005 | Udafan Mesh Flag - Embodiments described herein comprise a mesh flag with symbols or colors upon them for the purpose of portraying them. The unique design utilizing a mesh structure enables persons within close proximity of the mesh object to see through it. | 09-15-2011 |
20110290171 | ASSEMBLY FOR ATTACHING A FLAG TO AN OBJECT - The subject matter described herein includes assemblies for attaching flags to objects. One assembly includes a base for attaching to an end of a flag mast. The assembly further includes a base receiving member for attaching to an object and to the base. The base receiving member forms a slot for slidably receiving the base and for locking the base to the base receiving member. | 12-01-2011 |
20120017822 | BOX FLAG - A flag made with a space inside for illuminating with light from an illuminated flagpole and made to capture the light to prevent light pollution, thus creating a highly visible night-time flag. | 01-26-2012 |
20120111259 | Flag Display Apparatus - The present invention includes a flag display apparatus comprising a flag arm configured to support an edge of a flag and a base configured to attach to a flag pole, wherein the flag arm is secured to the base and wherein the base is configured to allow the flag arm to rotate around the flag pole. In any number of embodiments, the flag display apparatus further comprises a support ring and means for attaching the flag to the flag arm. Alternatively, a sleeve, loops or ties on a flag specially adapted for use with a flag display assembly can be used to secure the flag to the flag arm. In any number of embodiments, the flag pole fits into a mounting sleeve that is mounted onto a building or structure. The mounting sleeve can also be affixed to the ground for a vertical flag pole. | 05-10-2012 |
20120167815 | FLAG PROTECTION DEVICE - This invention is related to a device for protecting a flag located in a storage space, the storage space having an aperture disposed forwardly of the storage space, such that when the aperture is uncovered, the flag is able to be displayed, the device includes a retractable shutter for substantially covering the aperture, the retractable shutter includes a shutter actuator for deploying and retracting the shutter. | 07-05-2012 |
20120174852 | OPEN WATER SWIM BELT - An open water swim belt consisting of a flag assembly having a flag attached to a flag pole, a base assembly that is positionable about a swimmer by attaching an adjustable belt, and a transition that extends perpendicular from the base. The transition is equipped with a receiver that is capable of receiving a flag pole. The swim belt is worn by a swimmer by positioning the base assembly against the lumbar section of the swimmer's back then securing the base in position by tightening the adjustable belt. A flag may be inserted into the transition of the base assembly and include identifiers, colors and a light to enhance the visibility of the swimmer. The swim belt provides comfort and safety by allowing a flag to provide visibility of the swimmers presence to boats and other surface water craft in the area of the swimmer. | 07-12-2012 |
20120210929 | Portable Literature Display - The present invention is a portable literature display. The preferred embodiment features a collapsible stand and sign, with a literature carousel that mounts upon the stand. The carousel is formed from a plurality of closable clamshell cases mounted upon a plurality of cross-beams and secured together in a ring. Leg flags are also provided to increase visibility | 08-23-2012 |
20120210930 | Multi-Flag, Vehicle Mounted Flag Pole with Handle - A vehicle mounted flag pole is provided. The vehicle mounted flag pole comprises a pole, one or more flag stoppers, a handle, and a base. The one or more flag stoppers are provided on the pole so as to divide the pole into a plurality of sections for flags. The handle is provided at an end of the pole and defined by one or two grip stoppers. The base is disposed at an end of the handle and configured to attach the vehicle mounted flag pole detachably to a window of the vehicle. | 08-23-2012 |
20120266805 | CAUTION FLAG ASSEMBLY - A caution flag assembly for hauling items comprising a body and an extending member attached to the perimeter of the body, wherein the extending member is adapted to wrap around an extended piece of equipment such that the distance between the body and an item can be easily adjusted. The body can define an aperture located adjacent the extending member. The aperture can be adapted to receive a portion of the extending member and facilitate in securing the caution flag assembly around an item, and specifically to an extended piece of equipment. | 10-25-2012 |
20120285364 | FLAG MOUNTING DEVICE FOR A VEHICLE VENT VISOR - A flag mounting device permits the window to be open when the flag is in use. In addition, the present invention provides a flag mounting device that may be used on vehicles having window vent visors. The flag mounting device includes a main body having an opening. The opening is adapted to receive a flag. The flag mounting device is adapted to be mounted to a window frame of a vehicle. | 11-15-2012 |
20120318189 | TRUCK MOUNTED FLAG AND POLE ASSEMBLY - A flag and pole mounting assembly for attaching a flagpole to a vehicle includes a middle shaft extending substantially between two sidewalls of the vehicle and adjustable endshafts for extending the total length of the mounting assembly. Posts at each end of the middle shaft engage with stake pockets located in the two sidewalls of the vehicle. A flagpole attachment member couples to the middle shaft and defines a cavity for receiving and securing the flagpole to the middle shaft. A light source connected to the flagpole attachment member illuminates the flagpole or an associated flag when the flagpole is coupled to the flagpole attachment member. A solar panel or other power source is electrically connected to the light source for powering the light source. The mounting assembly may only utilize one stake pocket or may engage with the sidewalls of the vehicle without use of any stake pockets. | 12-20-2012 |
20130019794 | Corrosion-Resistant, Ultra-Strong, Universal Holder - A universal holder that can hold anything that has a pole-like or rod-like insert base. It is extremely strong with respect to sideways pulls and is highly resistant to corrosion. An upper pipe section made typically made from PVC pipe has an upper end open and a lower end closed. The lower end can be fitted with a threaded nut. A stainless steel pipe or rod, which is highly corrosion resistant can have an upper end threaded to mate into the threaded nut. The pipe or rod can receive a point or a pointed spike at its bottom end for insertion into soil or sand. This point or spike can be aluminum. Alternatively, a solid stainless steel rod can tapered on the lower end into a point. The universal holder of the present invention can be used to hold fishing poles, flag poles, flower pots, lanterns and numerous other items. It can also be paired with a second similar holder to hold a clothesline or the like. Various different accessories can be used with the universal holder to hold numerous diverse items. A particular accessory is a special type of flag pole that holds a flag at an angle and allows it to turn in the wind. | 01-24-2013 |
20130019795 | System and Assembly for Flying a Flag at High Speeds - An assembly for flying a flag at high speeds includes a pole. First and second wing assemblies are coupled to the pole and extend away from the pole angled in the direction of the back of the pole. The first wing assembly includes a first slot through the first wing assembly. The second wing assembly includes a second slot through the second wing assembly. The first and second slots are parallel to the pole. | 01-24-2013 |
20130042800 | Flag Pole Device - A flag pole device includes a pole, an upper rotary barrel and a lower rotary barrel rotatably mounted on the pole for securing a flag, and a connection rod connected between the upper rotary barrel and the lower rotary barrel. The upper rotary barrel and the lower rotary barrel each have a side column at the periphery, which has a through hole for receiving the connection rod. The connection rod has opposing flat top and bottom end portions disposed in the same plane and respectively inserted through a flat bottom hole portion of the through hole of the upper rotary barrel and a flat top hole portion of the through hole of the lower rotary barrel and positioned in a respective crossed hole portion and stopped at a respective step in the side column of the upper rotary barrel and the side column of the lower rotary barrel, assuring synchronous rotation of the upper rotary barrel and the lower rotary barrel and avoiding tangling of the flag on the pole. | 02-21-2013 |
20130061797 | Flagpole System Providing Half-Mast Display Mode - A flag mounting system provides a compact flagpole that may be mounted on a vertical surface or the like. A sliding tubular sleeve on the flagpole supports the flag and in a half-mast position exposes a distal end of the flagpole which is painted black. When the sliding tubular sleeve is extended to a full extension position, this black portion is covered. | 03-14-2013 |
20130319315 | Retractable Flagpole Assembly - A retractable flagpole assembly includes a retractable flagpole, a top pivot holder rotatably capped on the top rod of the retractable flagpole and provided with a hanging lug for securing an inner top end of a flag, an end block spaced below the lower pivot holder and provided with a hanging lug for securing an inner bottom end of the flag, a link coupled between the top pivot holder and the end block, and a lower pivot holder rotatably sleeved onto the retractable flagpole and axially movable along the link and lockable to the end block. | 12-05-2013 |
20130319316 | FLAG STABILIZER - This stabilizer is a simple counterbalanced horizontal member that attached to a flag and is hoisted and lowered like a regular flag requiring no modifications to any external component, such as the flagpole, The flag remains fully unfurled and extended regardless of wind conditions, including indoors. It is simple to set up and use. | 12-05-2013 |
20140014023 | VEHICLE FLAG POLE ASSEMBLY - A flag pole assembly for use with a vehicle having a trailer hitch, the flag pole assembly comprising a horizontal member having oppositely disposed first and distal ends, wherein the horizontal member includes a first hole in the first end to attach the horizontal member to the hitch of a vehicle and the horizontal member is at least thirty inches long, a vertical member coupled to the distal end of the horizontal member and the vertical member extends upward, and at least one attachment link is affixed to the vertical member for attaching a first ornament. | 01-16-2014 |
20140014024 | Flag Retention Clips - A flag retention device is provided for stabilizing flags. The device includes a cuff with a pair of gripping tongues extending from an open portion thereof. To install the device on a flag pole, the gripping tongues are pried apart and the cuff opening is slid onto the pole. The fabric material of a flag is then placed between the gripping tongues, which exert force upon each other, securing the flag therebetween and in place. An alternative embodiment of the device includes a spring release. The spring release includes two extrusions extending from an opposing side of the cuff from the gripping tongues. Compression of the extrusions together forces the gripping tongues apart allowing easy installation of the device on a flagpole. | 01-16-2014 |
20140174334 | Automobile Flagpole - An automobile flagpole comprising a clip portion, where the clip portion is āUā shaped in order to fit over an automobile window and to be held in place when the window is in the up position; a straight portion that extends upwards from the exterior portion of the clip, with an attached flag; the interior portion of the clip extends downward and one or more suction cups are attached in such a way to limit forces applied upon the flagpole from reaching the suction cup(s); thus allowing the flagpole to be operated on the automobile with the window either up or down. | 06-26-2014 |
20140245944 | LOCKABLE MOUNTING SYSTEM - A lockable mounting system comprising a cylindrical mount having a pair of radially extending flanges and a tubular collar with a cooperatively shaped recess located on an inner surface to engage with the flanges of the mount. In use, the collar is inserted over the mount such that that the recess is able to pass over the flanges when they are rotationally aligned. The collar is prevented from becoming detached from the mount when the recess and flanges are rotationally misaligned. | 09-04-2014 |
20140251201 | RIFLE FLAGPOLE - A rifle shaped flagpole is adapted to carry a flag and to be supported on a flagpole holder. The flagpole includes a barrel portion and a stock portion, and the barrel portion extends longitudinally beyond a forestock part of the stock portion. An elongate rod extends from a butt part on the stock portion in a direction generally opposite the barrel portion. One end of the rod is secured in a bore in the stock portion at the butt part, and the other rod end is adapted to be received in an elongate bore of a flagpole holder. A flag may be attached to the flagpole at an eyelet on the barrel portion and an eyelet on the stock portion. Each eyelet is preferably part of an eye bolt having a threaded portion, and the threaded portions thereof extend through the respective barrel and stock portions and form aiming sights. | 09-11-2014 |
20140261148 | MAGNETIC FLAG HOLDER APPARATUS - A flag assembly comprises a flag body with a holding end region and a strip shaped holder which is attached to the holding end region of the flag. The strip shaped holder is an elongated strip of material with a plurality of spaced magnet elements substantially embedded in the strip. The magnets are located close to the surface or flush with the surface of the holder at one end of the holder and are intended to be placed against the metallic surface to hold the flag body, for example, to an outer surface of a vehicle and maintain it attached even with if the vehicle travels at speeds as high as 70, 80 or even 100 miles per hour. | 09-18-2014 |
20140290557 | Sports Spectator Officiating Device - This invention relates to a device designed for use by spectators at athletic events wherein a spectator may signal his agreement or disagreement with an official's call by releasing a flag into the air, which flag is tethered to the user's wrist or clothing and therefore retrievable. | 10-02-2014 |
20140345515 | Panoramic Diver Down Flag - A three-dimensional, panoramic diver down flag visible having increased visibility is disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a diver down flag includes a first indicator and a second indicator positioned obliquely to the first indicator. A separation member is disposed between the first and the second indicator, the separation member configured to maintain an angular separation between the first and the second indicator. | 11-27-2014 |
20140373771 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DEPLOYING AND SUPPORTING A FLEXIBLE OBJECT - An apparatus ( | 12-25-2014 |
20150059639 | FLAG SYSTEM - A flag system having a modular construction is disclosed that includes a plurality of inserts and a plurality of flags. The flags are insertable through channels in the inserts and are able to rotate therein. The inserts are then slid into the open ends of channels in a channeled base that is fixed to a wall or other solid structure. | 03-05-2015 |
20150090177 | FLAG AND BANNER DISPLAY SYSTEM FOR MOTOR VEHICLES AND THE LIKE - In one embodiment, a flag system including a mounting sleeve and a flag. The mounting sleeve is adapted for attachment around a rod, such as a roll bar of an open-top off-road vehicle or an antenna. In one embodiment, the flag is adapted to be releasably fastened to the mounting sleeve. The mounting sleeve includes a section of material adapted for attachment around a rod by means of a zipper secured with hook-and-loop fastener, and a zipper for releasably fastening the flag to the mounting sleeve. The flag includes an ornamental portion, a zipper tape, and a transition strip having a first side coupled to the ornamental portion and a second side coupled to the zipper tape. | 04-02-2015 |
20150294605 | Truck Bed Stake Pocket Flag Pole Mount - A truck bed stake pocket flag pole mount having a base and a mount composed of a single molded or welded material. The base configured to engage with stake pocket of a truck. The mount having an elongated chamber configured to engage with and conform to a flag pole. The mount and the flag pole having aligned apertures for securing the flag pole to the mount by a lock pin mechanism. The lock pin mechanism having a lock pin and a tether. The base having a threaded aperture configured to engage an eyebolt for securing the base to a truck bed stake pocket, and the eyebolt having an eye for securing an extant rope to the flag pole. | 10-15-2015 |
20150310778 | VEHICLE FLAG ANCHOR ASSEMBLY - A vehicle flag anchor assembly for attaching to a vehicle flag assembly for mitigating the risk of the vehicle flag assembly from flying away while the vehicle is moving. The vehicle flag anchor assembly includes securing rings on either end of a string member and an anchor. In operation, the anchor of the vehicle flag anchor assembly is attached to the vehicle window, with one securing ring fastened to an aperture on the anchor and the string member, the securing ring fastened to the aperture in the flag stand and the other end of the string member, forming a chain of connection which secures the vehicle flag assembly to the anchor of the vehicle flag anchor assembly. | 10-29-2015 |
20150310779 | STRUCTURAL FLAG PANEL ASSEMBLY - A structural flag assembly includes a structural flag panel and one or more clamps coupled along a first edge of the structural flag panel. The one or more clamps are movable between open and grasping positions. The one or more clamps couple the structural flag panel to a base object. The structural flag panel extends from a first edge to a second edge. In one example, one or more rotatable joints are coupled between the structural flag panel and the one or more clamps. The structural flag panel is rotatable relative to the one or more clamps and with the one or more rotatable joints. In the grasping position, the one or more clamps are static relative to the base object, and the structural flag panel is free to rotate relative to the one or more clamps. | 10-29-2015 |
20150364067 | HUNTER FLAGPOLE - A flagpole has a main support with an indicator flag coupled thereto. The flagpole includes first securement means disposed on the main support and configured for anchoring the flagpole to a ground surface. The flagpole also includes a second securement means coupled to the main support and configured for anchoring the flagpole to a tree. | 12-17-2015 |
20160071444 | MULTI-UTILITY MODULAR FLAG HOLDING DEVICE - The various embodiments herein provide a multi-utility modular flag holding device comprising a telescopic base and a carrying case. The telescopic base further comprises a telescopic arm, a primary switch, a flag pole and a flashlight. The telescopic arm comprises a plurality of multi-height coaxially fitted small arms. The plurality of small arms protrude in a sequential manner to form a large flag holding arm. The primary switch attached to the telescopic arm and controls a protrusion of the plurality of small arms. The flag pole is connected to a first end of the telescopic arm through a hinge. The flashlight is housed in a second end of the telescopic arm. An operation of the flashlight is controlled by a secondary switch connected to the telescopic arm. The carrying case houses the telescopic base and comprises shoulder strap. | 03-10-2016 |
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20160379532 | VEHICLE LOCATION ASSISTANCE ASSEMBLY - A vehicle location assistance assembly includes a base that has a top side and a bottom side. A post is attached to the top side of the base. The post is telescopic and is movable between an extended position and a retracted position. A flag is attached to the post adjacent to an apex of the post. The flag is retained adjacent to the apex such that the flag rises or lowers as the apex rises or lowers. A coupler is attached to the base and to attaches the base to a roof of a vehicle. | 12-29-2016 |
116174000 | Nonfouling | 5 |
20080257249 | "U" shaped, clear plastic support bar attachment to enhance the display of in ground pole mounted flags and/or banners three feet in vertical width of larger - The support bar has a two-fold purpose. The goal in raising and displaying a national flag is to do so in a manner designed to catch the eye. This is better accomplished by spreading it out and making it noticeably more appealing. Use of the support bar invention guarantees a full extension of the width of the flag between the attachment points. In the case of displaying banners the goal is to make the message clearly apparent to sight and understanding. The support bar lends itself to accomplish both goals more effectively by helping to maintain full exposure of the face of the banner. | 10-23-2008 |
20100089305 | Flag restraint - An apparatus for the prevention of flag entanglement upon a flagstaff that is comprised of a specifically milled wood block which acts as an attaching mechanism to the flagstaff and is the hinge point for a metal rod that is attached to the flag. The hinge point of the block allows the rod to swing in a 180 degree arc from the 90 degrees to 270 degrees. The length of the rod being equal to or greater than the width of the flag in conjunction with the hinge block action prevents the flag from flipping over and tangling on the staff. | 04-15-2010 |
20120103246 | WRAP PREVENTING FLAG APPARATUS - A wrap preventing flag ( | 05-03-2012 |
20120260842 | Vehicle flag - A non-flexible vehicle flag made molded plastic thin walled rigid material where a front half and a rear half are screwed together to form a hollow rectilinear shape having an aerodynamic teardrop shaped cross section. Horizontal ribs inside the hollow structure have cut out areas that retain bushings. The flag can rotate about a flag pole that is retained by the bushings. The flag pole can be attached by a bracket to the ledge of any standard vehicle window. The teardrop cross sectional shape allows the flag to cut through the air with minimal turbulence during use. | 10-18-2012 |
20130186323 | Biocompostable marker flag and post - A biocompostable marker flag and post possesses a flag that rotates freely around the post with the wind without becoming wrapped up. The post has a grooved or knurled surface for easy gripping. The post also has an annular indentation near its bottom so that the post easily breaks away without impaling a person or a limb. | 07-25-2013 |