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Security system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1987-01-05
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Granted: 1988-03-08
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Expires: 2007-01-05
Abstract
Abstract A security system is described for securing a small child to an adult. The system is useful when taking children to public places (e.g., shopping centers, amusement parks, etc.). Use of the system enables the parent to function in a normal manner without holding onto the child or carrying the child. Freedom of movement of the child, within a defined area, is also preserved. The security system comprises a strap having a loop on one end which can be placed around the wrist of the child. The loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter regardless of pulling force exerted by the child or parent. The other end of the strap is adapted to be attached to the parent.
Inventors
- 👤 Sharon K. Anderson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 18:01
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47D; A47D13/00; A47D13/08; A47D13/086; A01; A01K; A01K27/00; A01K27/001; A01K27/003
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 20
Claim 1
Independent Claim
165 words
A security system adapted to secure a child to an adult, said security system comprising a length of flexible strap having first and second ends, wherein said first end is adapted to form a first loop which is capable of being detachably fastened to said adult, wherein said second end comprises a second loop which is adapted to be detachably secured around the wrist of said child; wherein said second loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter after being placed around the wrist of said child; wherein said second end of said strap includes first and second ring members carried thereby; wherein said first ring member is securely fastened to said second end of said strap in a manner such that said first ring member is substantially immobile relative to said strap; whereby said second ring member has more freedom of movement than said first ring member; wherein said strap is adapted to extend through said two ring members to form said second loop.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
165 words
A security system adapted to secure a child to an adult, said security system comprising a length of flexible strap having first and second ends, wherein said first end is adapted to form a first loop which is capable of being detachably fastened to said adult, wherein said second end comprises a second loop which is adapted to be detachably secured around the wrist of said child; wherein said second loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter after being placed around the wrist of said child; wherein said second end of said strap includes first and second ring members carried thereby; wherein said first ring member is securely fastened to said second end of said strap in a manner such that said first ring member is substantially immobile relative to said strap; whereby said second ring member has more freedom of movement than said first ring member; wherein said strap is adapted to extend through said two ring members to form said second loop.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said first end of said strap comprises a ring member secured to said first end of said strap.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein each said ring member comprises a D-ring.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said strap has a length in the range of about 2 to 4 feet.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
14 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said strap comprises nylon web.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said strap has a width in the range of about 0.50 to 1.5 inches.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
15 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said two ring members comprise O-rings.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
29 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said strap extends through and over the top of said first ring member and then through said second ring member.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
24 words
A security system in accordance with claim 8, wherein said strap has a width greater than the internal width of each said ring member.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
22 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said first ring member is stitched to said second end of said strap.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
41 words
A security system in accordance with claim 1, wherein said second end of said strap is folded back upon itself to capture said two ring members, and wherein said first ring member is stitched to said second end of said strap.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
162 words
A security system adapted to secure the wrist of a person to a second person or to an object, said security system comprising a length of flexible strap having first and second ends, wherein said first end is adapted to be detachably fastened to said second person or object, wherein said second end comprises a loop which is adapted to be detachably secured around said wrist; and wherein said second loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter after being placed around said wrist; wherein said second end of said strap includes first and second ring members carried thereby; wherein said first ring member is securely fastened to said second end of said strap in a manner such that said first ring member is substantially immobile relative to said strap; whereby said second ring member has more freedom of movement than said first ring member; wherein said strap is adapted to extend through said two ring members to form said second loop.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
162 words
A security system adapted to secure the wrist of a person to a second person or to an object, said security system comprising a length of flexible strap having first and second ends, wherein said first end is adapted to be detachably fastened to said second person or object, wherein said second end comprises a loop which is adapted to be detachably secured around said wrist; and wherein said second loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter after being placed around said wrist; wherein said second end of said strap includes first and second ring members carried thereby; wherein said first ring member is securely fastened to said second end of said strap in a manner such that said first ring member is substantially immobile relative to said strap; whereby said second ring member has more freedom of movement than said first ring member; wherein said strap is adapted to extend through said two ring members to form said second loop.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
16 words
A security system in accordance with claim 12, wherein each said ring member comprises a D-ring.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
41 words
A security system in accordance with claim 12, wherein said second end of said strap is folded back upon itself to capture said two ring members, and wherein said first ring member is stitched to said second end of said strap.
Claim 17
Independent Claim
173 words
A method for securing a child to an adult comprising the steps of: (a) a providing a length of flexible strap having first and second ends, wherein said first end is adapted to form a first loop which is capable of being detachably fastened to said adult, wherein said second end includes first and second ring members carried thereby; wherein said first ring member is securely fastened to said second end of said strap in a manner such that said first ring member is substantially immobile relative to said strap; where by said second ring member has more freedom of movement than said first ring member; (b) encircling the wrist of said child with said second end of said strap; (c) extending said first end of said strap through said first and second ring members in a manner such that a second loop is formed which surrounds said wrist; wherein said second loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter around said wrist; and (d) detachably fastening said first loop to said adult.
Claim 18
Independent Claim
173 words
A method for securing a child to an adult comprising the steps of: (a) a providing a length of flexible strap having first and second ends, wherein said first end is adapted to form a first loop which is capable of being detachably fastened to said adult, wherein said second end includes first and second ring members carried thereby; wherein said first ring member is securely fastened to said second end of said strap in a manner such that said first ring member is substantially immobile relative to said strap; where by said second ring member has more freedom of movement than said first ring member; (b) encircling the wrist of said child with said second end of said strap; (c) extending said first end of said strap through said first and second ring members in a manner such that a second loop is formed which surrounds said wrist; wherein said second loop is adapted to maintain a fixed diameter around said wrist; and (d) detachably fastening said first loop to said adult.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
18 words
A method in accordance with claim 15, wherein said first and second ring members each comprise a D-ring.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
38 words
A method in accordance with claim 15, wherein said strap extends through the interior of said first and second ring members, then over the top of said first ring member, and then through said second ring member again.
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