Nested ridge strap connector apparatus
OwnerRobert M. Allaninventor
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Abstract
A connector including a strap-like looping connector configured to loop and connect to itself. Strap eyelets would be utilized to improve the connector when utilized to adjustably draw together parts of an object, such as sneaker uppers, instead of using shoe laces. Also, segments of the connector are disclosed that may be used for connection as substitutes for hook and loop-type connectors, wrist watch bands for connecting objects and other parts. Also, an improved self-connecting bundle tie-type connector is disclosed. Additionally, heavy-duty designs are disclosed that may be used as emergency engine belts or general utility.
Claims41
A connector at least comprising:
- a) a plurality of ridges spaced apart and configured to grip a plurality of inverted ridges nesting between certain of said ridges,
- b) at least some of said plurality of ridges and inverted ridges having relatively inclined undercut portions, configured to interconnect with each other, to form an interconnection,
- c) elongated connector members supporting said ridges at lateral ends thereof,
- d) there being holes associated with said elongated connector members generally in alignment with said undercut portions of said ridges,
- e) said holes being configured to allow ridge nesting therein,
- f) said ridges, connector members and holes together defining said connector,
- g) said interconnection defining nesting looseness enabling press-together interfit of said ridges and said inverted ridges to provide a relatively strong such interfit, while also enabling peel disconnect of said interfit, and said connector having structure for controlling lateral movement of said elongated connector members.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.