B60P7/0823

SECUREMENT DEVICE
20230049411 · 2023-02-16 ·

In one embodiment, a securement device includes a main body including a first restraint defined in the main body, a second restraint defined in the main body. The first and second restraint are disposed along separate respective restraint axes, the first restraint is adapted to receive a first flexible element, and the second restraint is adapted to receive a second flexible element.

Truss strap integrated geometric restraint
11554871 · 2023-01-17 · ·

The present disclosure provides a truss strap integrated geometric restraint for an evacuation slide. The truss strap integrated geometric restraint may comprise a first strap configured to be coupled to a first portion of the evacuation slide, a second strap configured to be coupled to a second portion of the evacuation slide, and a third strap detachably coupled to a third portion of the evacuation slide and configured to disengage from the portion of the slide in response to a predetermined force acting on the release mechanism, wherein the truss strap integrated geo restraint is configured to increase beam strength of the evacuation slide.

Magnetic fastener for cargo retention
11590878 · 2023-02-28 · ·

An apparatus, system, and method of using the apparatus and system may generally include a strap or retention device. A first end of a fastener is operatively coupled to the strap that is configured to retain a cargo contactingly adjacent a cargo support surface. A second end of the fastener is operatively coupled to the first end. The second end has a double rod formation. A magnet may be supported in a housing in the second end. The magnet may be held in position within a recess feature of the housing. A support structure 212 may be disposed between the double rod formation to provide additional strength and stability. The support structure may be made of metal, polymer, or other suitable material. The magnet that is configured to support the second end adjacent a side of the cargo support surface, wherein the side does not produce its own magnetic field.

PERSONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE MOUNT
20180009364 · 2018-01-11 ·

An apparatus for an amusement park includes a mounting device for use in a transportation vehicle in the amusement park, wherein the mounting device is configured to retain a personal electric vehicle (PEV). The apparatus for the amusement park also includes a base assembly of the mounting device configured to secure the mounting device to a floor of the transportation vehicle. The apparatus for the amusement park further includes an arm of the mounting device including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion of the arm is pivotally coupled to the base assembly via a hinge assembly and the second portion of the arm is coupled to a retaining assembly of the mounting device configured to retain the PEV, and wherein the first portion and the second portion are coupled to one another at a joint.

Tensioning device and driven member thereof

A tensioning device includes a housing, a drive member, an inner sleeve and a driven member. The housing includes a first attachment feature. The driven member includes a second attachment feature. The inner sleeve is disposed at least partially in the housing and is rotatably coupled with the housing. The drive member is rotatably coupled with the housing and is operably coupled with the inner sleeve such that rotation of the drive member facilitates rotation of the inner sleeve. The driven member is movable with respect to the guide member between a retracted position and an extended position along a centerline.

REFLECTIVE TIE DOWN STRAP
20230017898 · 2023-01-19 · ·

A tie down strap for securing cargo to a flatbed trailer includes a visibility enhancement material formed at the edges, such as reflective material. The strap is used with a ratchet mechanism to secure cargo to a trailer.

Lumber Supply Theft Deterrent Device
20230219481 · 2023-07-13 ·

An article of manufacture for providing a lumber supply theft deterrent device according to the present invention is a lumber supply theft deterrent device having a plurality of strap elements coupled together forming a securing loop, a locking coupling device connecting two of the strap elements together to form a tight fit about the lumber by the securing loop, and a locking device for securing the locking coupling device from being opened. The plurality of strap elements being coupled together using one or more coupling devices, the securing loop may be places around a stack of lumber. The securing loop is arranged into a shape of square or a rectangle in which the plurality of strap elements couple together to form the outer edge of the square when around the stack of lumber. A threaded bolt in the locking connecting device accepts a shackle from the lock for securing the lock to the treaded bolt. The shackle is configured to prevent the treaded bolt from rotating when the lock is installed in the threaded bolt.

Self-lubricating tie-down
11698102 · 2023-07-11 ·

A self-lubricating tie-down includes a frame including two walls, a reel, two ratchet wheels, two detents, a short strap and a long strap. The frame includes two walls each of which is formed with a bushing. The handle includes two blades each of which is formed with an aperture. The reel includes two terminal sections inserted in the bushings. The two ratchet wheels are connected to the reel. The first detent is movable on the frame and operable for engagement with the ratchet wheels. The second detent is movable on the handle and operable for engagement with the ratchet wheels. The short strap includes an end connected to the frame. The long strap includes an end connected to the reel so that the reel is operable to wind the long strap. Each of the bushings includes at least one recess and lubricant filled in the recess.

INDIANA MILLS & MANUFACTURING, INC
20230211750 · 2023-07-06 ·

A damped web retractor may include a frame, a spool including a spool shaft rotatably mounted to the frame, wherein the spool is configured to couple to one end of a web such that the web wraps around the spool as the spool shaft rotates relative to the frame in a web take up direction and such that the web unwraps from the spool as the spool shaft rotates in a web pay out direction, and a damper operatively coupled to the spool shaft, the damper configured to resist rotation of the spool shaft in at least one rotational direction.

Wheelchair securement system and assembly

A wheelchair securement system includes a first anchoring mechanism and a second anchoring mechanism. The first anchoring mechanism includes a first bar, a first set of seat track anchors, and a first set of adjustable strap anchors. The first bar extends between the first set of seat track anchors and is secured thereto. The first set of adjustable strap anchors is secured to the first bar, and the first set of adjustable strap anchors is configured to be securable to a wheelchair. The second anchoring mechanism includes a second bar, a second set of seat track anchors, and a second set of adjustable strap anchors. The second bar extends between the second set of seat track anchors and is secured thereto. The second set of adjustable strap anchors is secured to the second bar, and the second set of adjustable strap anchors is configured to be securable to the wheelchair.