Apparatus for holding objects and methods of using and making the same

Abstract

An apparatus holds and / or grasps objects. The apparatus serves as a universal non-slip handle allowing users to hold and manipulate various sizes and shapes of objects, including, for example, beverage containers. Specifically, the apparatus is particularly useful for users having reduced hand function and / or grip strength. A non-slip strap allows objects, including beverage containers, to be gripped securely. Moreover, the non-slip strap allows an object of awkward shape and / or made from slippery materials and / or covered in condensation to be held and / or grasped that may otherwise cause the object to slip from the user's grasp or the grasp of another holder. An adjustable handle may be adjusted to fit the user's hand and / or appendage. Moreover, the non-slip strap may be removed and replaced without replacement of the entire apparatus.

Description

[0001]The present invention claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 240,633, filed on Sep. 8, 2009, which is incorporated herein in its entirety.TECHNICAL FIELD[0002]The present invention relates to an apparatus for holding items and methods of using and making the same. The apparatus may serve as a universal non-slip handle allowing users to hold and manipulate various sizes and shapes of objects, including, for example, beverage containers or commonly manipulated items of non-uniform cross section such as razors, toothbrushes, shower handles, and other like items that may be difficult to grasp. Specifically, the apparatus of the present invention is particularly useful for users having reduced hand function and / or grip strength. The apparatus comprises a non-slip strap that allows objects, including beverage containers, to be gripped securely. Moreover, the non-slip strap allows a user to hold and / or grasp an object of awkward shape and / or made from slippery ...

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Benefits of technology

[0032]It is, therefore, an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same for holding and / or grasping objects. Specifically, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same that allows for adjustments of the apparatus to hold and / or grasp objects of various sizes and shapes. For example, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same allowing for adjustments to hold and / or grasp objects having different shaped cross-sections, such as round, square, triangular, and other like shapes.

[0033]In addition, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same that maintains and / or provides a heightened ability to grip, hold and / or grasp an object that may be constructed of slippery materials and / or may have condensation develop thereon, such as beverage containers.

[0034]Moreover, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same that may be simpler to use than existing products and does not require the necessity to use separate tools for adjusting the same.

[0035]Further, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same that includes a sturdy and / or adjustable handle that may be adjusted to fit a user's hand and / or other appendage.

[0036]Still further, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same having a replaceable strap attachment means allowing for installation and / or replacement of the straps and / or providing for straps of differing lengths to accommodate an even wider range of objects of different sizes and / or shapes.

[0037]Moreover, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide an apparatus and methods of using and making the same allowing for manipulation of the apparatus on an object to adjust the location of the apparatus on the object to optimize balance and ease of manipulation.

Problems solved by technology

Moreover, the non-slip strap allows an object of awkward shape and / or made from slippery materials and / or covered in condensation that may cause the object to slip from the user's grasp or the grasp of another holder.

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