The invention provides a packaging device for packaging an object, the device comprising a tube (1) that is open (10) at one end and a stopper (2). The packaging device comprises a strip (3) of length greater than the length of the tube (1). Said strip (3) has a coupling system (4) enabling an object (5) to be coupled to said strip (3). Together with the tube (1), the strip (3) is configured to occupy a first position in which the strip (3) is held compressed inside the tube (1) by the stopper (2), said strip (3) presenting a first end (310) in bearing contact with the end wall of the tube (1) opposite from the said opening (10), and a second position in which, after the stopper (2) has been removed, the strip (3) presents a second end (320), opposite from said first end, that projects out through the opening (10) of the tube (1). The invention also provides a corresponding method of extraction.

Methods, apparatus, and systems are described for monitoring at least one signal passing through a coupling connection from a first conveyance to a second conveyance, where the coupling connection has a network device that communicates on a wireless node network. Generally, the network device (e.g., an ID node) integrated in the coupling connection monitors the signal line passing through the coupling connection from the first conveyance to the second conveyance. The network device then detects data on the monitored signal line and records the detected data. Thereafter, the network device in the coupling connection transmits the detected data (e.g., a notification that the conveyances are disconnected, a change in power flowing between the conveyances, etc.) to another entity in the wireless network, such as a server or master node.

An apparatus for use in holding artwork during transportation or storage, comprising: a substantially flat mounting panel provided with a plurality of retention members; and at least one clamp, configured to be moveable between an unengaged state, in which artwork can be removed from the apparatus, and an engaged state, in which the clamp secures the artwork to the apparatus; wherein the clamp comprises a base, configured to be secured to the mounting panel, and a gripping section; and when artwork is secured to the apparatus, a first side of the artwork is supported on the mounting panel and the gripping section of the clamp presses on a second side of the artwork, opposite to the first side of the artwork.

A container is presented having multiple compartments to house multiple personal items, such as eyewear. The container has a cylindrical middle section and two hemispheric end sections. Each compartment is joined to an adjacent compartment via a shared hinge and separated from an adjacent compartment via a separating wall that is attached to the shared hinge. The container is low profile, ergonomic, and designed to minimize the volume of space needed for housing multiple eyewear.

A retention system of a security screening tray is provided. The retention system embodies a netting that is fixed to a periphery of an opening of the security screening tray. The netting may be attached, by way of attachment points, on only two sides of the other rectangular perimeter of the opening.

Aspects of the present disclosure provide technologies for storing, transporting, and disposing of medical waste (e.g., sharps and biohazardous materials). Medical waste commonly results after medical treatment of patients. For example, a piece of medical equipment may be stored after use in a channel of a structural element and then restrained within the channel using a restrictive element. The entire assembly may be surrounded by an internal cavity formed by a first portion of a housing abutting a second portion of a housing, thereby creating a leak-resistant seal. The technologies described herein may be portable so that first responders and medical practitioners may carry them to any emergency location. In situations, the housing surrounding the assembly can be incinerated, thereby destroying any pathogenic contamination.

An object transport system includes a plate having an array of apertures; and a plurality of dividers, each of the dividers including an elongate throat connecting a head to a base, wherein the base is arranged to be inserted into one of the apertures.

A material storage and transport system is disclosed. The material storage and transport system can include a material storage tray forming a storage volume defined by a bottom and walls extending up from the bottom along a perimeter of the bottom. The material storage and transport system can also include a releasable strap adapted to extend across the bottom when in a securing configuration and a sample carrier, including at least one sample secured to a sample support substrate by a molded sheet. The material storage and transport system can include a hinged lid that is integrally connected to a wall of the material storage tray, and configured to convert between a folded-in position, an opened position, and a closed position.

A toilet seat package includes a toilet seat, a cover, and a band. The cover encloses the toilet seat. The cover includes a first side, a second side, a third side, a fourth side, a fifth side, a sixth side, a first slot, and a second slot. The third side is contiguous with the first side and the second side. The fourth side is contiguous with the first side. The fifth side is contiguous with the first side, the second side, the third side, and the fourth side. The sixth side is contiguous with the first side, the second side, the third side, and the fourth side. The first slot extends from the first side through the fifth side. The second slot extends from the second side through the fifth side. An interaction between the band and the toilet seat biases the toilet seat against the sixth side.

A modular organizational carrier device includes at least one strap module; at least one rigid divider loop; and a carrier having a touch fastener attached to its surface. The strap module has a rigid base with four sidewalls, two opposite surfaces, one of which has a mating touch fastener attached. An elastic strap extends across the other surface from sidewall to sidewall. The divider has four sidewalls forming a rounded rectangle surrounding an aperture through which the strap module slides. One of the sidewalls is concave, extending into the aperture so the aperture tapers at its center. A method of organizing articles on the carrier includes sliding the divider loop along the strap module, subdividing the elastic strap length; pressing the rigid base onto to the carrier surface; and sliding the article snugly between a first portion of the elastic strap and the rigid base.