| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 224264000 | Strap cushion or positioner located at shoulder | 28 |
| 20080283562 | Stress-Reducer for Shoulder and the Use Thereof - A stress-reducer is provided for reducing stress on a user from a load of a carried item or object. The stress-reducer is shaped as a yoke and worn over a shoulder of a user and supports the carried item or object. The yoke bridges or spans the shoulder of the user, substantially the upper part of the trapezius muscle and/or the collarbone. The yoke is in contact with either side of the upper part of the user's shoulder on an anterior and/or posterior side. The stress-reducer can be used with strap means. A carried item, equipped with a stress-reducer, a brassiere fitted with a stress-reducer and a garment having a stress-reducer attached thereto are also provided, as well as an arm carrier comprising a stress-reducer, a cradle being attached to an arm and a string being connected between the stress-reducer and the cradle. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20090026236 | Support for Hoses and Welding Cable - A device for supporting a long and heavy hose, such as a fire or gardening hose, or a welding cable that is held by hand for long periods of time is disclosed. The support device holds the hose or cable around the user's waist such that it can be easily maneuvered as required, and significantly reduces the stress load applied to the user's hand, wrist or arm. The device is a sling that is worn diagonally across the user's body comprising a strap attached to a shoulder pad. The device wraps onto the hose or cable by means of a “cow hitch” knot allowing easy adjustment and positioning of the cable or hose to perform its function. In a second embodiment of the present invention, the device is adapted for supporting compression-sensitive hoses. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090194568 | Non-slip shoulder strap retainer - A non-slip shoulder strap retainer which is designed to be of a width no greater than the shoulder strap on which it is to be used, thus providing a non-obstructive, discreet solution in minimizing or preventing slippage of shoulder straps. The retainer comprises a substantially flat fabric portion bearing hooks protruding therefrom for engaging an underside of a shoulder strap, the fabric portion comprising an upper surface of the retainer. A non-slip material portion is connected to and in opposed relationship with the fabric portion, the non-slip material portion comprising a bottom surface of the retainer and in contact with a shoulder area of a wearer. When positioned, the retainer is positioned directly underneath the shoulder strap so as to be concealed from view. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090283561 | ANTI-SLIP APPARATUS - An anti-slip attachment apparatus is provided including a first section having a first section first side and a first section second side. One of either loop fasteners or hook fasteners are on the first section first side. A second section adjoins the first section. The second section has a second section first side and a second section second side. The other of either loop fasteners or hook fasteners are on the second section first side. The second section is adapted to fold onto the first section such that the fasteners on the first section first side contact the fasteners on the second section first side. Additional loop or hook fasteners are on the second section second side. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090321482 | FLING SLING - A belt-like device that can be worn over the user's shoulder and comprises a means to hold at least one Chuck It™ or other similar device, and a plurality of compartments that can be used to carry at least one tennis-type ball and other valuables. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100181355 | SHOULDER STRAP CHEST SYSTEM FOR A PACK - A shoulder strap chest system for a pack including at least one shoulder pad, includes: at least one slot on the shoulder pad, at least one hook hooked at the slot detachably, and at least one connection strap, at least one end of which is attached to the hook in a length-adjustable way, wherein the width of the hook matches that of the slot so that the hook is prevented from sliding when the hook is hooked at the slot. | 07-22-2010 |
| 20100224660 | SHOULDER STRAP RETENTION DEVICE AND METHOD - Shoulder strap retention devices that are used to secure the shoulder straps of an article in position relative to a separate chest panel or protector so that they do not slip off the chest panel or the shoulders of a user carrying the article are disclosed. In one embodiment, the shoulder strap retention devices include a retention strap and anchoring strips that are secured to the retention strap and used to attach the shoulder strap retention device to an article having shoulder straps. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100314425 | Carrying strap - A carrying strap ( | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100320243 | ENERGY-ABSORBING SHOULDER STRAP SYSTEM - An improved energy-absorbing shoulder strap system includes a strap portion and a shoulder pad portion. The strap portion has a length with two ends adapted for attachment to a load. The shoulder pad portion includes a lower member having an inner surface oriented toward and against a shoulder of a user and an outer surface oriented away from the user. The shoulder pad portion further includes an upper member having an inner surface facing toward and spaced away from the outer surface of the lower member. The upper member further includes a structure to retain the strap portion in a region along its length. One or more compressible elements disposed between the inner surface of the upper member and the outer surface of the lower member. Such compressible elements may include a plurality of metal or plastic springs or an array of compressible foam or rubber-like elements. A peripheral apron may be used to disguise or protect the one or more compressible elements. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20110036878 | Ergonomic Straps and Carrying Assemblies Employing Same - Ergonomic straps for carrying assemblies, and carrying assemblies that include such ergonomic straps, are disclosed. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110042430 | Articulable Shoulder Strap - A combination mobile shoulder strap and stationary shoulder cushion for carrying a receptacle, via appropriate releasable connectors, without movement of the stationary shoulder cushion and without the consequences caused at least by such movement to a wearer. The combination includes a stationary shoulder cushion, a pair of mobile strap elements, and apparatus that laterally pivotally attaches the pair of mobile strap elements to the stationary shoulder cushion so as to allow the pair of mobile strap elements to carry the receptacle, via the appropriate releasable connectors, and move relative to the stationary shoulder cushion, while the stationary shoulder cushion does not move so as to eliminate the consequences to a wearer caused at least by such movement of the pair of mobile strap elements. The apparatus is underlaid by the stationary shoulder cushion so as to eliminate the consequences caused by the apparatus undesirably engaging the wearer. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110057004 | Sport Board Carrying Harness - The harness is compact enough to allow a user to secure it around his or her waist, or within a small backpack so that it is hands-free when not in use. The harness further allows the user to carry skis, a snowboard, a skateboard or other elongate sports equipment behind the back in hands-free fashion. The harness may further provide the user with one or more handles to carry the sports equipment in one hand, if desired. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110259929 | Clip on Kayak Carry Strap - The subject invention generally relates to strap used for transporting kayaks, specifically to an adjustable over the shoulder strap that clips onto the edge of the cockpit rim, and is used for transporting sit-in open cockpit type kayaks. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110272443 | Support Element For A Carry Strap - A strap has an extension element and a support element. The extension element joins with an article, such as a bag, backpack, or purse. The support element is secured to the extension element and has a plurality of sipes that enhance the flexibility of the strap. In another configuration, the support element has a central area formed from a foam that is more compressible than a foam forming end areas. In yet another configuration, the support element has a wedge-shaped cross-section. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110309118 | SHOULDER PAD - An elongate pad made out of a compressible material for providing a cushioning effect to a strap or handle is disclosed. The elongate pad has a plurality of tubular cavities. Each cavity is positioned in the interior of the pad and extends from one end of the pad to the other end. The pad is typically used with an optional cover that substantially encloses the pad and provides a space for a strap to pass through. In one embodiment, the pad has a cross section in the shape of a section of an ellipse, and its longitudinal axis may be curved to better conform to the torso of a user. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20120248161 | PAD FOR SHOULDER STRAP - A webbed shoulder pad is for use with a shoulder carrying strap. The pad has opposing ends which, in use, attach to a shoulder strap, and a plurality of tendon bands having opposing ends, and at least two nodes. Each tendon band extends between a pair of nodes, and each tendon band is spaced apart and disconnected from other said tendon bands between said nodes. The tendon bands thereby form a web arrangement which extends between the opposing ends of said pad. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120261446 | SHOULDER STRAP AND NECK STRAP COMPRISED OF AN OBLONG SHAPED PAD AND A STRAP - A shoulder strap that has a strap member and a pad member and the pad member has a front side and a back side. The oblong shoulder pad shape allows for contour at the shoulder and neck putting the load to the left and right of the shoulder and reducing the pressure on the vertebra and cervical thoracic spinal nerves of the wearer's neck. The front side of the pad member has Non-Slip Traction Nibs (NSTNs) molded in a pattern so the traction nibs are facing outward from the surface at the outer shoulder. The back side of the pad member has a smooth or non-skid abrasive surface with inward X perspiration grooves (2-IPG) at a section by the side of the neck. | 10-18-2012 |
| 20120273534 | Unitary shoulder pad - The unitary shoulder pad generally includes being composed from rubbery materials including foam rubbers. The unitary shoulder pad further includes an elongated hollow body. The unitary shoulder pad further includes an integral top cover. The unitary shoulder pad further includes and an integral base, the base being wedge shaped. The unitary shoulder pad still further includes a pair of mating edges separated by an access slot, the interior of the mating edges having strips of hook and loop fasteners, the mating edges being detachably fastened together in a mating engagement after passing a shoulder strap through the access slot. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120286007 | Unitary shoulder pad and strap system - The unitary shoulder pad and strap system generally provides a new and improved unitary shoulder pad and strap system. A unitary shoulder pad and strap system is positionable on a shoulder being situated for supporting a strapped item on a user's shoulder. The present invention consists of an elongated rubbery pad composed of a rubbery material and includes an elongated rectangular bore, further includes a strap that situated within the rectangular bore, and further includes a top segment, and still further includes a base, the base being wedge shaped. The shoulder strap contained within the elongated bore and can be fastened to such objects as camera cases, attaché cases, and computer cases. | 11-15-2012 |
| 20120325872 | Backpack Strap Attaching Structure - A backpack strap includes a strap main body, an upper end of which is connected to a backpack frame, a pad attached to the strap main body on a user side, and a contact state holding unit holding an upper end of the pad in contact with the backpack frame. Upper portions of the strap main body and pad are spaced apart from each other by a specified distance. The upper end of the pad has a shape and a strength that is, when contacting the backpack frame, able to prevent the backpack strap from falling sideways. Due to a tensile force of the upper portion of the strap main body and a stiffness of the upper portion of the pad, the upper portion of the pad is held in a projecting state with the upper end of the pad acting as a support point. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20130153614 | ADJUSTABLE CUSHIONING SYSTEM FOR SHOULDER STRAP - Embodiments are disclosed that relate to a removable and adjustable cushioning system for a shoulder strap. In one example, a base pad comprising cushioning material is contoured to conform to a person's shoulder. A plurality of fastener receivers are coupled to the base pad, and a fastener is removably coupled to at least one of the fastener receivers. The fastener is configured to engage the shoulder strap to removably secure the base pad to the shoulder strap. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20140103084 | Pulley Camera Strap And Camera Mounting System Using Same - The present invention is directed towards a retractable pulley strap assembly adapted to mount to the bottom of a camera, or other device, and to be used in a variety of configurations. The strap is adapted to allow for extension, and increase of the effective strap length, while the camera is in use. The strap is adapted to retract to a shorter effective length while the camera is not in use, such that the camera is held tightly against the user's body. | 04-17-2014 |
| 20140158726 | EQUIPMENT SLING - An equipment sling is disclosed. An example equipment sling includes an outer casing having at least one channel formed therein. An inner cord is provided through the channel. A grip material may be provided on the outer casing to substantially maintain a position of the outer casing on a user's shoulder. A liner may be provided in the outer casing to reduce friction between the inner cord and the outer casing. An attachment member on each end of the inner cord can attach the inner cord to an equipment item. The inner cord is configured to travel through the at least one channel formed in the outer casing, while the outer casing remains in a substantially constant position on a user's shoulder, thereby enabling the equipment item to be readily raised for use and lowered for stowage. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140197215 | DEVICE FOR HANDLES - Systems and methods of the invention relate to a device that can couple around one or more handles on a bag to alleviate a pressure or force from the bag. A device can include a padded member encased or housed between a first planar layer and a second non-planar layer, wherein a first end of the first planar layer can couple and decouple to a second end (opposite of the first end). The coupling an decoupling of the device allows connectivity to one or more handles of the bag such that the padded member reduces force on a hand or shoulder that is supporting the bag during carrying. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20150083766 | ARTICULABLE SHOULDER STRAP - A combination mobile shoulder strap and stationary shoulder cushion for carrying a receptacle, via appropriate releasable connectors, without movement of the stationary shoulder cushion and without the consequences caused at least by such movement to a wearer. The combination includes a stationary shoulder cushion, a pair of mobile strap elements, and apparatus that laterally pivotally attaches the pair of mobile strap elements to the stationary shoulder cushion so as to allow the pair of mobile strap elements to carry the receptacle, via the appropriate releasable connectors, and move relative to the stationary shoulder cushion, while the stationary shoulder cushion does not move so as to eliminate the consequences to a wearer caused at least by such movement of the pair of mobile strap elements. The apparatus is underlaid by the stationary shoulder cushion so as to eliminate the consequences caused by the apparatus undesirably engaging the wearer. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150374106 | SHOULDER STRAP RETENTION DEVICE AND METHOD - Shoulder strap retention devices that are used to secure the shoulder straps of an article in position relative to a separate chest panel or protector so that they do not slip off the chest panel or the shoulders of a user carrying the article are disclosed. In one embodiment, the shoulder strap retention devices include a retention strap and anchoring strips that are secured to the retention strap and used to attach the shoulder strap retention device to an article having shoulder straps. | 12-31-2015 |
| 20160051036 | Strap Incorporating a Fluid-Filled Bladder - A strap may include a sheath and a fluid-filled bladder at least partially located within the sheath. The bladder has an elongate configuration that defines a first end, an opposite second end, and a central portion located between the first end and the second end. At least the central portion and the second end are unsecured to the sheath. In addition, the strap may include a pair of securing elements configured to join the strap to an article, and at least one of the securing elements may be joined to the second end of the bladder. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160128452 | PADDED STRAP - A padded strap is provided, which comprises a unitary strap member forming a tube and an inserted pad. The unitary strap member has at least two sections, at least one of the sections configured to form a pad casing section which can retain the inserted pad, and the another section comprising a substantially flat section abutting the pad casing section. The area between the pad casing section and the substantially flat section comprises a hollow, tapering transition area. The unitary strap member comprises at least one sealable opening at an end of the unitary strap member. The inserted pad is inserted through the sealable opening and retained in the pad casing section, and the pad is comprised of at least one outer layer of resilient, low-friction material and a cushioning layer. | 05-12-2016 |
