Patent ID: 9163697
Filing Date: 2015-10-20
Classification: A44B,A47C,F16B,F16G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A multi-purpose adjustable retaining device in combination with a material comprising a cord having a first end and a second end, the cord being composed of an elastomeric material configured to deform elastically upon elongation, the elastomeric material having an original length L the cord having an elasticity as expressed by stretch between about 65% and about 95%; a cord stop comprising: the first and second ends of the cord being threaded through the first and second pairs of aligned openings of the cord stop; the cord stop in combination with the first end of the cord defining a first cord segment having an initial length L the initial length L first and second crimping loop sleeves coupled to the respective first and second ends of the cord, the first and second crimping loop sleeves securing respective first and second end loops thereat; first and second suspension clips respectively secured to the first and second end loops, each of the first and second suspension clips comprising: the first and second end loops slidably connected to the respective slots of the first and second suspension clips; the first and second cord segments configured to deform elastically upon elongation responsive to the first and second suspension clips being coupled to a material; and wherein the material is selected from the group consisting of bed coverings, flat sheets, fitted sheets, mattress pads, futons, RV beds, travel trailer beds, camper beds, air mattresses, grill covers, tablecloths, furniture covers, pet bedding covers, outdoor equipment covers, car seat covers, boat seat covers, and message tables.