Strap Attachment Assembly for Load Securing and Stabilization in Trailers

Publication ID: 24-11857450_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Strap Attachment Assembly for Load Securing and Stabilization in Trailers,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857450_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857450_0007_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,450.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A system for securing and stabilizing loads on trailers, utilizing a strap attachment assembly that allows for adjustable tensioning and articulation to accommodate different cargo shapes.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a strap attachment assembly for orthopedic devices, which, while effective, was limited to a specific industry. This new inventive concept adapts the core technology to address the need for efficient and reliable load securing and stabilization in trailers, a problem that has been overlooked in the original patent.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The strap attachment assembly for load securing and stabilization in trailers consists of a frame member belonging to the trailer, a retainer, and a cable connected to the retainer having at least one segment arranged to be adjustably connected to a frame of the trailer. The cable is pivotally secured to the frame, allowing for articulation of the strap to accommodate different cargo shapes. The system enables adjustable tensioning of the strap, ensuring secure and stable transportation of loads.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of the strap attachment assembly in the trailer industry, leveraging the original patent's core technology to address a previously unconsidered problem. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the strap attachment assembly to accommodate the unique requirements of load securing and stabilization in trailers.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying the design of the retainer, incorporating additional sensors or load monitoring systems, or integrating the strap attachment assembly with other trailer components. These variations would ensure broad conceptual coverage and further expand the inventive concept's commercial potential.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The strap attachment assembly for load securing and stabilization in trailers has significant commercial potential in the transportation and logistics industries, addressing a critical need for efficient and reliable cargo transportation. The target market includes trailer manufacturers, logistics companies, and cargo transportation providers.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F5/0125
A A61 A61F2005/0144
A A61 A61F2005/0167

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,450
TitleStrap attachment and orthopedic device using the same
Assignee(s)Ossur Iceland ehf