ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 21 -- United States Patent no. 12,440,949, issued on Oct. 14.

"Method of installing screen enclosure clips to hang objects" was invented by Keith E. Rayle (Daytona Beach, Fla.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A method is disclosed for installing a clip device within aluminum-framed screen enclosures to securely hang objects without altering the framing structure. The system includes a clip with integrated retention braces, spring tensioner curves, a slide top limiter, and an object retainer assembly. An angled installation tool with a clip retainer and alignment channel enables precise placement and removal of the clip, including in elevated or hard-to-reach locations. The...