Device for retaining and supporting flexible elongated bodies

Abstract

A device for at least one of supporting, anchoring holding or retaining elongated bodies includes at list one clip formed from a predetermined resilient material having memory. Such clip has a base having a pair of legs, each with an inwardly facing concave that form in combination an elongated body receiving opening. An access slot is formed in substantial alignment with the elongated body receiving opening by a terminal ends of each leg being spaced from one another a predetermined distance in a normal operating position, whereby each terminal end is adapted for outward movement during insertion of such elongated bodies into the elongated body receiving opening and removal of such elongated bodies therefrom, whereby size of the elongated body receiving opening is greater than size of the access slot. The clip can be mounted to at least one of a surface and an object in a variety of ways.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is related to and claims priority from Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 979,597 filed on Oct. 12, 2008.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates, in general, to flexible tube, cable or cord supports and, more particularly, this invention relates to such support having a pair of inwardly curved and resilient legs.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]As is generally well known, electric cords, electric extension cords, wires and flexible tubes are used extensively in industrial and residential environments. It is further well known that special care must be taken in routing and positioning such flexible elongated bodies. A particular problem is associated with use of electric cords and extension cords to connect a device positioned remotely to an electrical outlet. In residential environments, many electric cords and extension cords can make the room look unkempt because the eyes will focus on the cord...

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Benefits of technology

[0013]A further object of the present invention is to provide a device for at least one of supporting, anchoring, holding or retaining elongated bodies that is inexpensive to manufacture.

[0014]Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide device for at least one of supporting, anchoring, holding or retaining elongated bodies that is simple to use.

Problems solved by technology

A particular problem is associated with use of electric cords and extension cords to connect a device positioned remotely to an electrical outlet.

In residential environments, many electric cords and extension cords can make the room look unkempt because the eyes will focus on the cords rather than on something else.

However, such routing leads to premature wear of cords as well as to a greater risk of fire.

Electric cords that are not tucked behind something or stabilized in some manner could trip people, especially rambunctious youngsters, potentially causing injuries.

Pets may also become tangled in the cords, especially when left alone.

A similar problem is associated with use of surround stereo system requiring mounting of various speakers remotely from the base unit with the subsequent electrical connection thereto.

Furthermore, having multiple electrical cords joined together through extension cords can cause a person unnecessary wasted effort at a later time.

If a person wants to unplug a television, but the television, radio, telephone, gaming system and computer are all plugged in together, it may take greater than desired time to figure out which cord is connected to a specific device.

Thus, the person using a computer may also lose valuable information if the wrong plug is pulled, causing unnecessary aggravation and frustration.

However, there is remaining a need for an expensive and simple to use device capable of at least one of supporting, anchoring holding or retaining elongated bodies, particularly of a flexible type and, more particularly, in a semi-permanent or temporary manner.

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