Methods and apparatus for adaptable transformation of chains

Abstract

The present invention(s) seeks to protect Applicant's link, link chain and methods of making, transforming and using such. The link, for use in series to form a multi-positionable link chain includes a through hole and a first and a second diagonal channel on a top and a bottom side running in opposite directions. Generally, the geometry of the links, and specifically, material removed from and/or sharpened edges of the through hole, the diagonal channels and/or corner portions of the modified rectangular solid links, is such to allow for relative rotation and/or multiple points of connection of adjacent links. The link chains of the present invention(s) are flexible in the length, width and height dimensions to allow adaptable transformation in a plurality of stable configurations. And they can include a clasp for ornamental and/or decorative use.

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