Patents Examined by Derek Battisti
  • Patent number: 9254940
    Abstract: The subject matter disclosed herein relates to a storage apparatus having multiple compartments. In one aspect, a multi-compartment bag can be formed of a flexible material, and each compartment of the multi-compartment bag can have two or more seams and one resealable opening edge. The seams in each compartment can include at least one tearable seam that can include at least a perforated seam configured to physically separate one of the compartments from the multi-compartment bag. In another aspect, a multi-compartment container can be formed of a rigid material having one or more removable lids, an upper portion, and a lower portion. The upper portion and the lower portion can each have a plurality of compartments. The upper portion can be separated from the lower portion by an intermediate layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Inventor: MaBelle Bray
  • Patent number: 9254022
    Abstract: A self-supporting bag configured to carry attire, equipment, food, beverage, and the like includes a first pair of upstanding mesh side panels joined together at respective side edges to form a shaped compartment body defining an inner body cavity having an opening at an upper end thereof, and an insulated compartment affixed to lower edges of the joined first pair of mesh side panels, a top outer surface of the thermal compartment forming a bottom panel of the bag. The compartment includes a re-closeable opening accessible from the exterior of the bag. The bag further includes a second plurality of mesh panels attached between the compartment and outer surfaces of the first pair of upstanding mesh side panels as a plurality of end pockets and side pockets around the periphery of the bag, the end pockets rendering the bag self supporting in the absence of rigid framing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Assignee: Earthly Goods International, LLC
    Inventors: William Brent Meldeau, Tina M. Tillman
  • Patent number: 9227573
    Abstract: A Firearm Holster Mounting System for Vehicles includes a mounting member which defines a hub for a plurality of overlapping holster mounting straps to secure the holster to the mount and a plurality of frame attachment straps for suspending the mount and holster beneath a vehicle seat. Adjustable length extension straps coupled to the holster mounting straps possess hooks for suspending the central mount to a vehicle seat base frame whereby the firearm is readily accessible from beneath the seat. The adjustable extension straps permit the mount to be laterally moved and secured at various positions beneath the vehicle seat as desired. At least one strap is provided to attach the mount to the seat base frame in a direction transverse that of the overlapping holster mounting straps.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Inventor: James Daniel Hudspeth
  • Patent number: 9211458
    Abstract: A protective golf cart bag strap sleeve system which includes a sleeve and a golf cart bag strap, wherein the sleeve comprises a first layer of durable material; a second layer of padding; and a third layer of durable material, wherein the first layer, the second layer, and the third layer are folded over to form a folded edge, wherein the first layer, the second layer, and the third layer are fastened opposite the folded edge to form a sleeve having a first open end and a second open end, wherein the sleeve receives the golf cart bag strap between the first open end and the second open end of the sleeve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2015
    Assignee: Kelly Line Enterprises, LLC
    Inventor: David M. Kelly
  • Patent number: 9187240
    Abstract: The present invention is an alignment device for a bag containing one or more ports. The alignment device is attached to either the one or more ports or to the bag adjacent the one or more ports. The plate has an indicator or a unique outer edge shape that is designed to fit into a corresponding unique opening in a holder to ensure proper alignment of the bag and its port(s) in the holder. The plate is has a series of holes equal to and in alignment with the one or more ports of the bag and the port(s) extend through the holes of the plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: EMD Millipore Corporation
    Inventors: James Hobson, James Austin, Boris Pesakovich, Elias G. Noukas, Thomas Janko, Shaun McMahon
  • Patent number: 9174783
    Abstract: A reusable gift wrap assembly includes two discrete sleeves that are together configured to conceal exterior surfaces of a gift box upon covering the gift box with the sleeves. Each sleeve includes two material layers that are connected together along a portion of their perimeter so as to define an interior pocket and an open end through which the gift box is inserted. One of the sleeves includes a free open end that is positioned to at least partially overlap a free open end of other sleeve so as to conceal the free open end of the other sleeve when the sleeves are assembled onto a gift box. Each sleeve is formed from a resilient fabric material such that the sleeves can conform to gift boxes of varying shape and size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2015
    Assignee: Wrapeez, LLC
    Inventors: Stephanie Grabell, Jodi Kahane
  • Patent number: 9162124
    Abstract: A golf tee bag device includes a main body constructed from a single piece of fabric material having a front surface, a back surface and a plurality of edges. The device includes a main pocket area, a horizontal pocket and a pair of connectors for engaging the back surface of the main body in order to attach the device to a belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2015
    Inventors: Michael VanNatten, Janet VanNatten
  • Patent number: 9162813
    Abstract: A pacifier holder and protector for protecting a pacifier from dirt and other contaminants includes a pouch, a clip connected to the pouch that can be used to connect the holder to an infant's clothing or other item, and a ribbon having one end connected to the pouch and a second end that can be connected to a pacifier. An alternative embodiment of the holder and protector includes an animal character, fictional character, or other object having a built-in pacifier nipple protector connected to a clip or article of clothing and an optional ribbon or strap having one end connected to the clip of other article of clothing and a second end that can be connected to a pacifier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2015
    Inventor: Lorri B Noble
  • Patent number: 9150351
    Abstract: A storage container comprises a cleat configured to be connected to a structure. A lid is pivotably connected to the cleat. A bag support is releasably connected to the cleat separate from the lid. A bag is supported by the bag support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: RUBBERMAID INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Nicholas Decker, Bradley Hooley, David McNamara
  • Patent number: 9144323
    Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for adjusting the length of a carrying section of a child carrier, intended for carrying a child on an adult's front, back, or hip, the carrier comprising further upper support elements attached to the carrying section and to be placed over the wearer's shoulders, and lower support elements to be placed around the wearer's body, wherein the carrier is equipped with adjustment elements, with which a multi-stepped or stepless length adjustment of the carrying section is arranged to be carried out.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignee: BABYIDEA OY
    Inventor: Bettina Lindblom
  • Patent number: 9145158
    Abstract: The present disclosure concerns a tablet holder securing a tablet to a stroller, chair, table, or the like. The tablet holder involves a multiple adjustable mechanisms to accommodate different size of the tablet and viewing angles. The tablet holder provides a secure platform for the user to interact with the tablet, and it is conveniently foldable and can be disassembled while not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Inventor: Luis Cruz
  • Patent number: 9144168
    Abstract: An appendage-mounted display apparatus comprising a device mount for attaching electronic devices and a cuff assembly that provides a uniform tension fit around a user's appendage. The cuff assembly comprises a multi-layer blend of soft and rigid components and a ratcheting lacing or strap system to achieve a customizable, non-slip fit that may be quickly and easily adjusted with one hand. The device mount may be adapted to accommodate a variety of electronic devices including mobile phones, smartphones, and other communication devices, portable computers, maps, audio and music devices, global positioning system devices, and other interactive electronic devices and displays, as well as paper maps, checklists, and other static forms of guidance and instruction. In addition, the device mount may include a rail system for attaching a flashlight and/or other tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2015
    Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the Air Force
    Inventors: Michael R. Sedillo, Gregory M. Burnett
  • Patent number: 9132600
    Abstract: The bag 1 has an opening 20 which is reclosable by way of zipper profiles 24, 26. A spout 30 is formed from flanges of the zipper profiles and folds out from the inside of the bag for use in dispensing its contents. After use, it is folded away and the bag sealed by the zipper. Zippers useful in making the bag are also disclosed (FIGS. 4 to 7), one being a slider zipper. A method of making the bag and apparatus for carrying out the method are disclosed (see FIGS. 8 to 16), as is incorporation of the process in reel-to-reel, pre-made bag and form-fill-seal types of process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventor: Murray Edward Bruce Leighton
  • Patent number: 9131749
    Abstract: Woven textile structures constructed using dual-loom technology are provided. Filaments are woven in such a way as to create a first set of different discrete layers of the same fabric in some regions of the textile and a second set of discrete layers of the same fabric at other regions of the same textile. The different layers are used to construct various textile structures such as a woven bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Julia Roether, Thomas G. Bell, Tory M. Cross
  • Patent number: 9119459
    Abstract: An adjustable suspension system for a backpack includes a flexible frame, a trampoline and a tension adjustment mechanism. The suspension system can allow the user to control the position of the frame anywhere between a flat position directly adjacent to the user's back and a fully bowed position that arches away from the user's back.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2015
    Assignee: Boreas Gear, Inc.
    Inventors: Tae Kim, Alexei Tcherepanov
  • Patent number: 9114759
    Abstract: A carrying device for attachment to a vehicle includes a carrying section configured to receive the full diameter and at least more than half of the length of a golf bag, an opening at its upper extremity configured to allow the golf bag to enter the carrying section, and a plurality of sidewall openings configured to visually expose the golf bag through the sidewall openings more than to visually enclose the golf bag through the carrying section. The first vehicle coupler is configured to be coupled to a vehicle and includes a first receiver having a first substantially rectangular cuboidal cavity and a second receiver having a second substantially rectangular cuboidal cavity. A first connector couples the carrying section to the first vehicle coupler through the first substantially rectangular cuboidal cavity. A second connector couples the carrying section to the second vehicle coupler through the second substantially rectangular cuboidal cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2015
    Assignee: RIDER'S CADDY, INC.
    Inventors: Ross Hudson, Valdean A. Johnson
  • Patent number: 9109857
    Abstract: A height and rotation adjuster for a competition holster includes an adjuster connected between a holster body and a drop arm. The adjuster includes a ball and socket joint for adjustably supporting the holster body on the drop arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2015
    Assignee: Safariland, LLC
    Inventor: Karl Kendrick
  • Patent number: 9102453
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to a gusseted reclosable package with an internal unisex reclosure strip. The reclosure strip has upper and lower flanges, and a two or three-point connection, rather than a four-point connection, to the interior circumference of the package. This results in the package having a higher internal (product side) opening strength than the external (consumer side) opening strength, thereby allowing the package to be easily opened by the consumer while maintaining a high burst strength.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2015
    Assignee: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventor: Rusty Koenigkramer
  • Patent number: 9102443
    Abstract: A flexible food package comprises a bottom end, a top end, and a side wall incorporating a twistable portion having increased dead fold characteristics than adjacent portions of the side wall. The twistable portion has at least a first section and a second section each having a maximum width and joined by at least a third section having a minimum width less than the maximum width of each of the first and second section. The third section is configured to permit the first and second sections to twist about the third section. The twistable portion is configured to twist together with adjacent portions of the side wall to restrict access to an access opening formed after opening of the top end. A method of manufacturing reclosable flexible packages including twistable portions is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2015
    Assignee: Intercontinental Great Brands LLC
    Inventors: Thad J. Fisher, Charles W. Halgren
  • Patent number: 9101197
    Abstract: A convertible camera kit bag has a plurality of receptacles or cells, connected by hinges. A front panel or flap has a tension strip thereon such that, when the front panel is closed and secured, the cells are aligned in a straight row and form a substantially rigid structure. However, when the front panel is open, the cells are free to pivot about the hinge and conform to the shape of a wearer's body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2015
    Assignee: Tedolph Consolidated Industries
    Inventor: Michael J. Folise