Flexible connector

摘要

A flexible strap connector is disclosed. The connector comprises a strap having a buckle head at one end and a tongue at the opposite end. Ratchet teeth extend on one side of the strap and the ratchet teeth cooperate with the buckle head to permit movement of the strap in a first direction and to prevent movement of the strap in a second direction. A second slot is formed in the strap itself and it is a non-locking slot. When the strap is in the second slot, the strap is free to move further into the slot and free to be withdrawn from the slot. Embodiments where the buckle head and ratchet teeth are replaced with hook and loop fasteners are also disclosed.

主权项

1. A connector comprising
a flexible strap having a first end and a second end, said flexible strap extending longitudinally in between said first end and said second end, said strap having a first fastener adjacent to said first end of said strap, said strap having a second fastener adjacent to said second end of said strap, and a non-locking slot in said strap, between said first end and said second end, wherein said non-locking slot permits movement of said strap in two directions when received therein, and wherein said first and second fasteners are operable, when engaged, to prevent movement between said first end and said second end in at least one direction.