Patent attributes
A cord storage and retrieval apparatus that is operable to be engaged with a midpoint area of undesired slack of a cord so as to wind and store a portion of the cord wherein the ends of the cord remain available or operably coupled to an object. The cord storage and retrieval apparatus includes a lower portion and an upper portion that are rotatably coupled. A channel and sidewall openings are formed within the lower portion so as to facilitate engagement of a cord. A shaft with a slot is operably coupled to the upper portion and extends downward therefrom so as to rotatably engage an aperture formed within the channel. A ceiling structure, couplings, keepers, and connectors are included in some embodiments to facilitate separation movement, rotational resistance control and/or locking functionality. The shaft is further configured to receive a topside locking member from a second unit for stacking purposes.
