18358317. CABLE TIE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
CABLE TIE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Toshio Iwahara of Okazaki-shi (JP)
Katsuya Hirakawa of Okazaki-shi (JP)
Satoshi Tsurumi of Okazaki-shi (JP)
Makoto Kato of Okazaki-shi (JP)
Itsuo Wakabayashi of Toyota-shi (JP)
Atsushi Takenaka of Toyota-shi (JP)
CABLE TIE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18358317 titled 'CABLE TIE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a cable tie that consists of a belt with a buckle attached to one end. The buckle has a hole for inserting the belt and a slot that is connected to the hole. The hole allows the belt to be inserted longitudinally, while the slot allows the belt to be inserted laterally through the hole. The slot has an inlet opening that gradually widens outward.
- The cable tie includes a belt with a buckle attached to one end.
- The buckle has a hole for inserting the belt and a slot connected to the hole.
- The belt can be inserted longitudinally through the hole.
- The belt can be inserted laterally through the slot into the hole.
- The slot has an inlet opening that widens outward gradually.
Potential Applications:
- Cable management: The cable tie can be used to organize and secure cables, preventing them from tangling or becoming a safety hazard.
- Packaging: The cable tie can be used to secure packages or bundles, ensuring they remain intact during transportation.
- Gardening: The cable tie can be used to support plants or secure garden equipment.
Problems Solved:
- Cable management: The cable tie solves the problem of messy and tangled cables by providing a secure and organized solution.
- Packaging: The cable tie solves the problem of packages or bundles becoming loose or damaged during transit by providing a reliable fastening method.
- Gardening: The cable tie solves the problem of plants or garden equipment falling or getting damaged by providing a means to secure and support them.
Benefits:
- Versatility: The cable tie can be used in various applications, making it a versatile solution for different needs.
- Ease of use: The cable tie is simple to use, allowing for quick and efficient fastening.
- Secure fastening: The cable tie provides a reliable and secure fastening method, ensuring items remain in place.
Potential Applications
- Cable management
- Packaging
- Gardening
Problems Solved
- Messy and tangled cables
- Loose or damaged packages/bundles during transit
- Falling or damaged plants/garden equipment
Benefits
- Versatility
- Ease of use
- Secure fastening
Original Abstract Submitted
A cable tie may include a desired length of belt, and a buckle connected to a proximal end portion of the belt. The buckle has a belt insertion hole and a slot continuous with the belt insertion hole. The belt insertion hole is configured such that the belt is longitudinally introduced thereinto. The slot is configured such that the belt is laterally introduced into the belt insertion hole therethrough. The slot includes an inlet opening that is gradually widened outward.
