Hi masdes-ga, and thank you for your question.
I had a fun exploring the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Home Page at http://www.uspto.gov and digging up many patents that I
think you would be very interested in. These pages contain drawings,
specifications and inventor contact information. Although I found many
candidates for our search, I have narrowed down the most relevant to
your question - those designs that are more or less compact, with a
spring retract feature, some with a release trigger. These designs
that I found cover a wide variety of products and applications. Here
they are for your enjoyment (and hopefully enlightenment) :
***Note : online images on these pages are in TIFF format and require
a TIFF browser plug-in available at :
AlternaTIFF: http://www.alternatiff.com/ (tested: IE, Netscape,
Opera)
interneTIFF: http://www.innomage.com/interneTIFF.htm (tested: IE,
Netscape)
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United States Patent 6,327,507 : Multiple extendable leadwire device
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=141&p=3&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"The present invention is directed toward a housing or magazine which
is designed for efficient storage and management of electrically
conductive cabling useful for the interconnection of disparate
components, for example audio components, computer system components
and the like. In a particular embodiment, the invention is directed
toward a retractable lead wire device useful in the connection of
patients to various input and output functions of medical testing and
treatment devices, for example electrotherapy machines, ultrasound
machinery, electrocardiogram machines (EKG) electroencephalograph
(EEG) and devices useful for delivering muscle and nerve stimulation
to the body. In a particular embodiment the device complies with the
current IEC safety standards."
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United States Patent 6,374,126 : Hands-free headset with stowable
stereo earpiece
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=86&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A hands-free headset includes first and second earpieces and is
configured such that the second earpiece is integrally mounted to and
stowed against the first earpiece during mono-communications operation
or during storage. The headset includes two retractable cords which
engage with a portable communications device. A sliding grommet
attached to the retractable cords controls the separation of the cords
and facilitates the two cords being reeled into a common cord reel.
The headset also includes a switch which directs the desired
electrical path to either stereo listening or communications
operation. The headset further includes a docking platform which can
be attached to the body of the portable communications device for
storage and which holds the integral mounted earpieces against the
cord storage reel for an aesthetic stowed hands-free device."
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United States Patent 6,405,683 : Retractable leash assembly
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=58&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A leash handle assembly having a housing with a grip portion, a spool
assembly rotatably mounted in the housing, a trigger movably mounted
to the grip portion, and a dual-position switch mounted to the housing
proximate to the grip portion. The spool assembly is adapted for
winding and unwinding a leash cord. The movable trigger is actuated to
inhibit the leash cord from extending or retracting, and released to
enable the leash cord to extend out of the housing in response to an
external force. The spooling assembly is spring biased to cause the
leash cord to retract in the absence of trigger actuation and the
presence of a preset external force. The dual-position switch operates
in a first position to lock the trigger in an actuated position and in
a second position to enable the moveable trigger to operate freely.
The dual-mode switch is positioned to enable a user to actuate it with
the same hand that grasps the leash handle and actuates the movable
trigger."
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United States Patent 6,419,413 : Retractable writing instrument
assembly
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=41&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A writing instrument is attached to a cord that is itself retractable
into a housing. The housing includes a spool connected to a spring.
The retractable cord is connected to the spool, and the spool is
adapted to wind the cord around it as a result of the spring being
biased to turn the spool so the cord is wound around it. A mount
connects the housing to a surface. The housing may have written
indicia displaying on it. Further, the mount can be rotatably
connected to the housing."
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United States Patent 6,434,797 : Pacifier cord retracting device
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=18&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"The device includes a housing having a rear face with a clip thereon
for releasably securing the housing to a child's clothing or other
article which is convenient to the user. An elongate cord includes a
proximal end secured to a spring biased roller within the housing. The
cord extends through a channel in the housing and out through an
opening in the side of the housing to a free distal en d portion which
includes a fastener for securing the distal end portion to a pacifier.
In a relaxed state, the spring biased roller maintains the cord wound
thereabout so that the distal end portion of the cord and attached
pacifier are adjacent the housing. Upon pulling the distal end portion
and pacifier away from the housing, to thereby unwind the cord from
the roller, a recoil tension is placed on the roller, urging the
roller in the opposite rotational direction thereby retracting the
cord into the housing so that the distal end portion and pacifier are
brought back to the housing once the pacifier is removed from the
child's mouth."
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United States Patent 6,293,485 : Two-stage retractable cord reel
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=183&p=4&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A cord storage assembly is disclosed. A length of cord can be wound
onto a reel. The storage assembly includes a retraction mechanism and
a latch mechanism. A latch pilot mechanism is provided to selectively
engage and disengage the latch mechanism. The latch pilot mechanism
can be adapted to engage the latch mechanism when the cord is extended
from the reel less than a predetermined length to prevent the
operation of the latch mechanism. The latch pilot mechanism can be
disengaged from the latch mechanism once the cord is extended greater
than the predetermined length from the reel. The latch pilot mechanism
can have different configurations and can be adapted to engage and
disengage the latch mechanism at one or more predetermined lengths."
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United States Patent 6,281,441 : Retractable system for electrical
harness wire
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=197&p=4&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A retractable harness system for an electrical wire having a slidable
harness wire pulley, an elastic cord pulley, and an elastic cord. The
slidable harness wire pulley places a rearward tension on the harness
wire while allowing the harness wire to be extended and retracted from
the front portion of an elongate support member. A clamp is provided
capable of clamping the harness wire in fixed relation to the elongate
support member, and capable of being released to allow extension and
retraction of the harness wire."
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United States Patent 6,282,289 : Handset cable reel
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=195&p=4&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A cable reel comprises a casing defining a cable exit opening and an
access opening; a static electrical connection located externally of
the casing; a spool rotatably received within the casing and having a
circumferentially extending recess opening radially outwardly of the
spool, the spool further having an inner axially extending recess and
an axially open notch communicating between the circumferentially
extending recess and the inner axially extending recess; a handset
cable having a first end and a second end, the handset cable first end
being attachable to a handset in use, at least a portion of the
handset cable being windable into or out of the spool
circumferentially extending recess upon rotation of the spool so as to
extend from or retract into the cable exit opening; a ribbon cable
having a first end and a second end, the ribbon cable first end being
attached to the handset cable second end and the ribbon cable second
end being attached to the static electrical connector whereby the
ribbon cable is electrically connected between the static electrical
connection and the handset cable; a cover, and releasable fastening
means for removably and replaceably securing the cover over the access
opening so that, with the cover removed, the spool is exposed in the
access opening; whereby the handset cable with attached ribbon cable
may be removed by unwinding from the spool and lifting from the notch
for servicing or repair of the cable reel."
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United States Patent 6,364,237 : Retractable badgeholder with spinning
display
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=97&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A retractable badgeholder wherein a window in the front face of the
case of the badgeholder is provided, through which a design, such as a
pattern, inscription, or logo can be seen. When a retractable cord of
this improved badgeholder is pulled out of the case it causes the
design to rotate or spin. Likewise, when the cord is retracted back
into the case of the badgeholder, the design spins. Thus, anyone
observing the badgeholder will see the spinning design. It is believed
this spinning design will be interesting to observers, thus lending
special appeal to the improved badgeholder."
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United States Patent 6,439,360 : Reel dispenser for power cord
application
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=10&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"An extension cord reel assembly having a housing which has a spool
portion and a mounting portion is provided. A spool member having at
least one flange member that is continuously welded to a surface upon
which the extension cord is to be stored is positioned within the
spool portion of the housing. The mounting portion of the housing of
the reel assembly is positioned adjacent an outer perimeter of the
spool member and is adapted to attach to a suspension member from
which the reel assembly can be suspended above the ground."
"The cord is stored on an interior pulley which is generally spring
loaded such that the extension cord can be retracted back inside of
the housing when not in use."
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United States Patent 6,421,044 : Peripheral input device with a
retractable cord
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=37&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"The invention, in one embodiment, is a peripheral input device
including a body, the body further including an input mechanism; an
electrical cord operably connected to the body through which input
from the input mechanism can be transmitted; and a spool biased to
rotate and retract the electrical cord; and an anchor for the
electrical cord."
"a spool biased to rotate and automatically retract the electrical
cord without further user interaction to remove slack in the cord as
the body moves to generate at least part of the input, the spool being
rotatably mounted in the body"
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United States Patent 6,402,546 : Adapter with retractable cable
assembly and electrical plug assembly
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=63&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"An electrical adapter is supported by a housing and includes an
electrical plug assembly having an input for receiving a high voltage,
a converter electrically coupled to the assembly for converting the
high voltage to a low voltage, and a retractable cable assembly
supported by the housing and electrically coupled to the converter.
The retractable cable assembly includes a cable coupled at one end to
an electrical plug for outputting the low voltage to the electrical
device, and is enabled to retract the cable. In a preferred
embodiment, the retractable cable assembly includes slots defined
within a bore of a cable reel to support a pair of first
interengageable electrical contacts coupled to the other end of the
low voltage cable. These electrical contacts rotationally mate with a
pair of second interengageable electrical contacts disposed along the
axis of rotation within the retractable cable assembly. One of the
first contacts includes a pair of edges defining a gap therein. One of
the second contacts defines a sleeve having a spiral inclined portion.
When the contact having the gap rotates around the sleeve, the problem
of intermittent electrical contact that arises with the gap rotating
about the sleeve and coinciding with gaps within the sleeve is
eliminated, and continuous electrical contact is established
therebetween."
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United States Patent 6,382,481 : Retractable article holder
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=80&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A retractable article holder assembly for use preferably in
conjunction with a disposable cigarette lighter comprises in one
embodiment an article holder for securing a disposable cigarette
lighter, a support housing, a retraction mechanism mounted within the
support housing comprising a spring-biased reel for extracting and
retracting a cord secured at a first end thereto, a clip secured to
one side of the support housing for attaching the housing to an
object, and a fastener strap for connecting the article holder to the
retraction mechanism. A plurality of protrusions is provided in an
interior portion of the article container for preventing movement of
the article relative to the article holder. Advantageously, a tongue
integral with the article holder extends away from an open end of the
article holder at an acute angle relative to the longitudinal axis of
the article holder such that the angle of the tongue permits an
operator to activate the cigarette lighter and light an item without
interference from the body of the article holder or associated
fastener strap and retraction mechanism."
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United States Patent 6,264,016 : Mobile power center with
self-retracting cord
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=227&p=5&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A mobile power center with self-retracting cord includes an enclosure
having a mounting surface which is attachable to the bumper of a
vehicle and a front surface having a recessed area for attachment of a
license plate. Within the enclosure, a reel carries an extension cord
on a spring-powered spindle that allows manual extension and automatic
retraction of the cord. Where the length of the cord exceeds the
length which may be carried by the reel, first and second cord
restraints, carried on opposed sides of the enclosure, support
additional cord wrapped around the enclosure. The first and second
three-prong sockets of a dual socket receptacle are wired in parallel
to the inner end of the extension cord. In a first mode of operation,
a block heater, mounted on the vehicle, may be plugged into a first
socket, while a trouble light or tool may be plugged into the second
socket. AC power from a remote source is supplied by the extension
cord. In a second mode of operation, a 12 VDC to 120 VAC converter,
mounted in the engine compartment and powered by the vehicle, may be
plugged into a recessed male receptacle. A tool or light may then be
plugged into either socket of a standard female receptacle. Where an
electrical load is remotely located, the outer end of the extension
cord may be extended, with a female to female adapter attached,
thereby providing power to the remote load."
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United States Patent 5,887,550 : Combined retractable pet leash and
flashlight
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=20&f=G&l=50&d=PALL&p=1&S1=(earphone+AND+reel)&OS=earphone+AND+reel&RS=(earphone+AND+reel)
"The present invention is an improved combined pet leash and
flashlight comprising a mechanical dispensing and retracting cord for
the purpose of tethering, restraining and controlling a pet during a
walk."
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United States Patent 6,179,238 : Reel device
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=342&p=7&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+AND+cord&RS=(retract+AND+cord)
"A reeling device is provided which allows an electrical lead to be
wound up without the need for slip-rings. The lead is partially wound
around a spool and is electrically connected to contacts in a spindle,
about which the spool rotates. A portion of the lead is sprung and is
loaded as the spool rotates to pay out the lead. A ratchet and pawl
mechanism is provided to lock the lead in its extended configuration.
The ratchet and pawl mechanism can be relased so that the lead is
retracted using the energy stored in the sprung portion of the lead. A
pair of the reeling devices may be combined back-to-back to provide
convenient storage for earpiece and plug leads for a headset. The
reeling device may also be integrated into a portable electronic
apparatus for storing earpiece or microphone leads."
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Search strategy :
Patent Database Search Results retract and cord in All Years
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=%2Fnetahtml%2Fsearch-adv.htm&r=0&p=1&f=S&l=50&Query=retract+and+cord&d=pall
Hope this answer brings you one step closer to your goals! Good luck
in your undertakings, and thank you for using Google Answers.
Best regards,
kyrie26-ga |
Clarification of Answer by
kyrie26-ga
on
04 Sep 2002 11:22 PDT
Hi again masdes-ga,
Here you go, several OEM manufacturers and suppliers of retractable
earphones in Taiwan and the US :
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New Design High Quality Retractable Cable Hands Free Kit(KS-909) -
King Sound Enterprise Co., Ltd
http://www.allproducts.com.tw/communication/kingsound/09.html
New Design Pocket Size Retractable Cable Earphone Mic(KSH-90A) - King
Sound Enterprise Co., Ltd
http://www.allproducts.com.tw/communication/kingsound/30.html
New Design Earphone with Retractable Cable(KS-90H) - King Sound
Enterprise Co., Ltd
http://www.allproducts.com.tw/communication/kingsound/15.html
Manufacturers - King Sound Enterprise, earphone & headphone of all
kinds, hands free earphone mie & accessories, computer headphone &
accessories, telecommunication accessories
http://www.allproducts.com.tw/communication/kingsound/supplier_oem.html
OEM Capacity
"We have owned updated and experienced technology in achieving OEM
projects with clients. Our factory has been equipped well to develop
new products, well trained lab our force, and our rich experienced
engineers are ready to serve you."
Monthly Capacity: 600,000pcs approx
Years of Experience: 11 years
Certificate & Awards: ISO 9002
CEO: Mr. Hui-Nan, Lin
Address: No. 36, Jui His Street, Chieh Chen Dist. Kaohsiang City, 806
Taiwan,
Tel: 886-7-7116960
Fax: 886-7-7131110
huinan@pub.dgnet.gd.cn
e7116960@ms37.hinet.net
http://www.kingsoundind.com
http://www.allproducts.com/communication/kingsound
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US WAY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD (Taiwan) : Auto Retractable Earphone Set
http://www.hands-free.com/english/default-24.htm
"The automatic receive wire box provides arbitrary positioning and
length controlling, occupies little space, and is easily carried with
and collected. It could be applied to any model of cellphone with
types of connectors to achieve its hands-free function. It is easily
used and has the clear sound effect."
US WAY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
F1, NO. 11, Lane145, Sec.4, Shing Lung Rd.,
Wen-Shan, Taipei, Taiwan
E-mail:info@hands-free.com
Tel:886-2-22345500
Fax:886-2-22345053
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Global Sources Online - Pocket-Sized Retractable Earpiece with On-Off
or Mute Buttons
http://www.globalsources.com/gsol/GeneralManager?&catalog_id=2000000003844&design=clean&language=en&page=ProductDetail&product_id=8825227328&action=GetProduct&action=GetPoint&point_id=3000000159246
"Key Specifications/Special Features:
- Unique compact design
- Small size
- With On/Off or mute buttons
- Various colors available
- Compatible with all kinds of mobile phone with the use of adapters
when required
Primary Competitive Advantages:
- Country of Origin
- Guarantee/Warranty
- Prompt Delivery
Main Export Markets:
- Worldwide "
Times Telecom Ltd
Unit 2901-03, 29/F
Prosperity Center
No. 25 Chong Yip Street
Kwun Tong, Kowloon
Hong Kong
Tel: (852 ) 23989856
Fax: (852 ) 27876381
times@asiansources.com
info@timestele.com
Homepage: http://www.asiansources.com/times.co
Other Homepage Address: http://www.timestele.com
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Retractable Modem/Phone Cord by Artistic Office Products
http://www.cleansweepsupply.com/pages/skugroup11446.html
"Pulls out up to 8-ft. in length, then retracts tightly inside oval
case to keep it tangle-free. Use with laptops, modems, and fax
machines. Lightweight and convenient to store—perfect for travelers!
Use it in hotels, conference rooms, or airplanes."
Manufacturer: ARTISTIC 800-223-8336
Artistic Office Products : About Us
http://www.artisticofficeproducts.com/aboutus.html
"Artistic Office Products' headquarters and manufacturing plant are
located in the Port Morris section of the Bronx. The company has
expanded internationally and now has offices and warehouses in
Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Mexico."
http://www.artisticofficeproducts.com/contact.html
ARTISTIC OFFICE PRODUCTS
721 East 133rd Street
Bronx, NY 10454-3405
Telephone: (718) 665-5510
Reception: extension 22
Customer Service: extension 25
Sales: extension 17
Marketing: extension 23
Order Department Fax: (718) 665-5345
Email: mail@artisticofficeproducts.com
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RAS Enterprises : Cell Phone Headset
http://www.rasenterprises.com/specials/cell_headset.html
"This compact lightweight features a 2 1/2 foot long retractable cord
& a comfortably padded earphone with microphone. Plugs ino a cell
phone via 2.5mm jack or one of two supplied adapters. Handy detachable
belt clip."
R.A.S. Enterprises
860 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01702
(508) 879-2212
rasenterprises@aol.com
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Search Strategy :
Yahoo Search Terms :
retractable headphone OR earphone manufacturers
http://google.yahoo.com/bin/query?p=retractable+headphone+OR+earphone+manufacturers&hc=0&hs=0
retractable headphone OR earphone OR headset OR walkman manufacturers
http://google.yahoo.com/bin/query?p=retractable+headphone+OR+earphone+OR+headset+OR+walkman+manufacturers&hc=0&hs=0
Let me know if you need further information. Hope this is what you're
looking for!
Cheers
kyrie26-ga
|
Clarification of Answer by
kyrie26-ga
on
09 Sep 2002 23:42 PDT
Hi again masdes-ga,
Here we go : "All manner of retractable winding thingies!!"
==== PRODUCTS ====
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PETdiscounters_com - Flexi Classic Automatic Retractable Cord Leads
http://www.petdiscounters.com/dog/collars/fl_cord.html
"Automatic Retractable Cord Leads"
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Flexi USA Retractable Leashes Freedom
http://www.flexiusa.com/freedom.htm
"The retracting mechanism of the flexi leash allows the cord or belt
(depending on leash type) to gently roll or unroll without sagging.
Thus the leash is less likely to become entangled or restrict your
dog's movement. The dog can exercise independently. For example, if
the dog stops suddenly to sniff at a tree trunk the leash will not tug
on your arm."
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Petzl Zipka ultra-lightweight LED Headlamp
http://www.backcountry-equipment.com/accessrs/a-hd_lmp/zipka.html
"The Zipka features a retractable nylon cord that is tensioned by a
coil spring in the rear housing. The nylong cord is not elastic (it
does not catch in your hair the way a rubber band can). The coil
spring tensions the cord to provide a snug (but not overly tight)
fit."
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Identification Card Supplies and Accessories Badge Reels in two styles
plastic retractable reel and ski and sport pass retractable reel...
http://www.racoindustries.com/rectbadgerl.htm
"Plastic Retractable Reel"
"Ski/Sport Pass Retractable Reel"
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A1 RT-03 Retractable Reel with Key-Ring(Keyring)
http://www.retractable-badge-reels.com/rt-03-key-rings-12.htm
"High-quality and low cost retractable reel with key-ring(keyring,
split-ring) for door key, car key, ID card or name badge holder. Good
for business, school, military, trade show, promotion, concert, sports
or meeting..."
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Coleman Cable Systems - Retractable Reel Incandescent Worklight -
30ft_ -Heavy Duty
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/EC-05570.html
"Rugged heavy-duty worklight with convenient retractable cord reel.
Mounts easily for use in workshop, basement, or garage. Comes with
hardware for wall or ceiling mounting. Circuit breaker prevents
overload to cord reel as well as household circuits."
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Incandescent Work Light With Retractable Reel (30 ft_ Cord)
http://shop.store.yahoo.com/rodi/baysl-830.html
"This Incandescent Work Light includes a 30 ft cord for extra distance
and a retractable reel to keep the cord neat and protected! Grounded
outlet, adjustable cord stop and wall mount are also included! Bulb
not included. From Bayco."
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R&D, LLC - Home of the BOW-GUN REEL
http://www.rdllc.com/
"The Bow-Gun Reel is a patent pending, retractable reel that
automatically winds up its rope as you pull up your bow, gun, or other
equipment to your tree stand or other high work area. It is designed
to help hunters keep their rope tangle free and out of their way as
they lift their equipment."
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BAYCO RETRACTABLE REELS
http://www.budgetlighting.com/bayco/bayco_retractable_reels.html
RETRACTABLE REELS - Standard Series
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LED Clip-on-Keychain Light - www_shoplifestyle_com
http://www.shoplifestyle.com/store/product.asp?dept_id=15&pf_id=4180
"If it weren't so amazingly inexpensive you'd want to put this light
in your will. LED bulbs, the state-of-the art in lighting, are the
brightest and whitest lights ever made. They will last a lifetime or
longer. This LED bulb slides up or down for the perfect angle of
lighting."
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Reel Lights & Trouble Lights-Retractable Reel Lights
http://www.arizonatools.com/catalog/tools/Reel_Lights_and_Trouble_Lights/Retractable_Reel_Lights
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Codi Direct Product
http://www.codidirect.com/shop/product.asp?intProductId=40
Retractable Network Cable
"Our state of the art, Category 5E Retractable Network Cable is
designed to maximize productivity. Extending up to 7 feet, it rewinds
at the touch of a button with it's built in auto-retractable
mechanism. 100% Compatible with PC & MAC. IEEE and Fluke DSP4000 Cat5e
compliant."
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Force Technology - Home of The Bond™ latch for Palm Connected
Organizers
http://www.force.com/accessor.htm
"Mini Retracting Reel with Split Ring"
"Heavy-Duty 48" Retracting Reel"
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Quik-Snip Line Clippers
http://quik-cull.com/line_clippers.htm
"Never misplace your line clipper again! Reel and clipper attach
easily and firmly to clothing or belt loop. Includes chrome-plated
steel retractable reel w/bulldog clip and lanyard, and hook and line
clipper."
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EK Ekcessories - Ski & Winter Sports Ekcessories
http://www.ekusa.com/store/category/23.20/
"Retract-A-Cat Ski Pass Holder"
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Pelican Parts On-Line Catalog - Flashlights and Lamps - Page 14
http://www.drivewerks.com/catalog/shopcart/DWKS/POR_DWKS_toolsE_pg14.htm
"Retractable 3-Outlet Extension Cord"
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Reel-Thing Innovations
http://www.cordreel.com/Merchant/merchant.mv
"Retractable Automotive Cord Reel"
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Retractable Network ISDN Cord
http://www.targus.com/product_details.asp?sku=PA210u
"Eliminate carrying loose lengths of RJ-45 Ethernet cable and ISDN
line cord to connect to Ethernet or ISDN jacks while on the road with
the Targus Retractable Network ISDN Cord. The unique cord design
combines industry standard Ethernet and ISDN technology in seven feet
of cable. Simply touch the release button and the cord automatically
retracts with no manual winding."
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Kensington PocketMouse Pro Portable Mouse
http://www.laptopusb.com/kensington_pocketmouse_pro.htm
"Now there's less to stow when on the go. The Kensington PocketMouse
Pro is the first optical mobile mouse with a retractable cord. Slip
PocketMouse Pro easily into laptop bag, portfolio or pocket. No
clutter. No tangles. Pull the cord out from its storage place inside
the compact mouse and plug into USB Mac or PC."
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United States Patent 6,324,285 : Cradle for a handset
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=146&p=3&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A cradle 13 for a handset for a telephone or other electronic
apparatus is dimensioned to fit within a chair arm, for example an
aircraft seat arm. The cradle includes an integral cord spool 16
having a rewind bias spring 34, and a catch (not shown) for
maintaining the handset in the cradle. The cord is locked in an
extended condition by a braking cam 53, releasable for rewinding the
cord by a pushbutton 36. Latching means 54 are provided for
maintaining the pushbutton depressed until the cord is rewound. Other
brake and latching means, including a ratchet and pawl arrangement,
are disclosed."
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United States Patent 6,398,150 : Locking, hand-held holiday light
storage and dispenser device
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=67&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A locking, hand-held holiday light storage and dispenser device,
comprising a base, a rotating tube coupled to the base, and a locking
mechanism adapted to lock the rotating tube in position relative to
the base in order to permit the storage and dispensing of holiday
lights in a tangle-free manner."
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United States Patent 6,402,075 : String control system
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=64&p=2&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A string control system for conveniently dispensing for use and
retracting for storage an elongate flexible member. The string control
system includes a reeling device for dispensing an elongate flexible
member during use of the flexible member and retracting the flexible
member for storage of the flexible member. The device comprises a
frame having laterally spaced side portions and longitudinally spaced
end portions defining an opening. The end portions extend between the
side portions. A spool is provided for winding a length of an elongate
flexible member thereon. The spool is positioned in the opening of the
frame and is rotatably mounted on the frame. The spool has a pair of
flange portions and a central portion mounted between the flange
portions. A crank is provided for rotating the spool. Preferably, each
of the flange portions of the spool has a hub and at least two guide
spokes extending radially outward from the hub."
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United States Patent 6,346,106 : Instrument and method employing snare
electrode windable about rotatable spool for minimally invasive
electrosurgical resection
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=115&p=3&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A surgical instrument includes a body, a snare electrode, a spool and
an electrical connector. A distal part of the body includes a
passageway extending axially therethrough. The snare electrode is
adapted to telescope in the passageway. The distal part of the body
has an outward surface electrically insulated from the snare
electrode. A second portion of the snare electrode is extendable from
a second port of the passageway for forming a loop sized to be placed
over tissue (e.g., portion(s) of the uterus and/or kidney(s), spleen,
pancreas, gallbladder, remnant from the liver, and/or vascular
aneurysm) to be removed from a patient. The spool is rotatably
supported in a proximal part of the body. A first portion of the snare
electrode is windable about the spool. A rotation of the spool in a
winding direction causes retraction of the first portion of the snare
electrode from a first port of the passageway, thereby closing the
loop to engage the tissue. The electrical connector is for allowing
the snare electrode to be coupled to an electrical source. An
electrical current is passed from the electrical source to the loop to
cauterize the tissue."
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United States Patent 6,293,485 : Two-stage retractable cord reel
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=183&p=4&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A cord storage assembly is disclosed. A length of cord can be wound
onto a reel. The storage assembly includes a retraction mechanism and
a latch mechanism. A latch pilot mechanism is provided to selectively
engage and disengage the latch mechanism. The latch pilot mechanism
can be adapted to engage the latch mechanism when the cord is extended
from the reel less than a predetermined length to prevent the
operation of the latch mechanism. The latch pilot mechanism can be
disengaged from the latch mechanism once the cord is extended greater
than the predetermined length from the reel. The latch pilot mechanism
can have different configurations and can be adapted to engage and
disengage the latch mechanism at one or more predetermined lengths."
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United States Patent 6,170,500 : Retrievable cane
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=357&p=8&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A retrievable cane disclosed includes a cane body to which there is
attached a retrieval line that is anchored at a lower end and extends
from the inside of the cane body at the lower end up through the cane
body out through the rear of the cane body below the grip. The
retrieval line has an elastic section that allows an attachment end
outside the cane body to be releasably attached to the body of the
user preferably having the grip portion at the waist allowing normal
walking by the user. The elastic section allows the user to pull the
cane body away from the waist for use during walking and the elastic
section automatically returns the cane to the user's waist when
released."
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United States Patent 6,179,238 : Reel device
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=342&p=7&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A reeling device is provided which allows an electrical lead to be
wound up without the need for slip-rings. The lead is partially wound
around a spool and is electrically connected to contacts in a spindle,
about which the spool rotates. A portion of the lead is sprung and is
loaded as the spool rotates to pay out the lead. A ratchet and pawl
mechanism is provided to lock the lead in its extended configuration.
The ratchet and pawl mechanism can be relased so that the lead is
retracted using the energy stored in the sprung portion of the lead. A
pair of the reeling devices may be combined back-to-back to provide
convenient storage for earpiece and plug leads for a headset. The
reeling device may also be integrated into a portable electronic
apparatus for storing earpiece or microphone leads."
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United States Patent 6,095,934 : Multi-purpose retractable golf
accessory
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=452&p=10&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A multi-purpose golf accessory including a housing that allows a
golfer to use a variety of golf tools through extension and retraction
of the tools relative to the housing. The housing comprises a rear
section attached to a front section. The rear section includes a belt
clip. The front section defines a channel and includes a recessed
magnetic surface within the channel for receiving and holding a metal
ball marker therein. A reel is pivotally mounted about a shaft within
the housing and includes a semi-flexible cord coiled about the reel
and movable between retracted and extended positions. One end of the
cord extends through the lower end of the housing to hold a golf tool.
A spring is mounted about the shaft for biasing the cord toward the
retracted position. As a result, a golfer may selectively extend the
cord for using the tool a desired distance away from the housing. When
the golf tool is released following use, the spring causes the cord to
be recoiled about the reel and the tool is returned to a position
adjacent the housing."
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United States Patent 6,053,381 : Retractable shoulder strap backpack
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=/netahtml/search-adv.htm&r=513&p=11&f=G&l=50&d=pall&S1=(retract+AND+cord)&OS=retract+and+cord&RS=(retract
"A backpack with at least one strap that can quickly be retracted or
extended to permit the user to easily put on or remove the backpack.
The backpack includes a retracting mechanism and a locking device. The
retracting mechanism allows the retracting strap to extend or retract
as desired. The locking device keeps the strap from extending or
retracting while the backpack is being carried."
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Google Search Terms :
retractable reel OR mechanism
://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&q=retractable+reel+OR+mechanism
retractable cord
://www.google.com/search?q=retractable+cord&hl=en&lr=&ie=ISO-8859-1&safe=off
Patent Database Search Results :
retract and cord in All Years
http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=%2Fnetahtml%2Fsearch-adv.htm&r=0&p=1&f=S&l=50&Query=retract+and+cord&d=pall
Hope that helps,
kyrie26-ga
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