Abstract: The present invention is a system for attaching rigid holders together to form stacks of rigid holders. The present invention relates particularly to stacks of one or more rigid holders for containers holding compact discs and DVDs. The attachment system of the present invention allows for simple and efficient connection between individual rigid holders. Mechanical binding clips are inserted into cutouts on the spine region of rigid holders. The binding clips are flexed to fit within an opening and then un-flexed to lock the rigid holders and binding clips together. Male and female details allow for a secure hold. Extensions within the cutouts have barbs that fit over parts of the binding clips.

Abstract: The present invention is a system for labeling and displaying information on one or more data storage packages. The present invention relates particularly to providing covers with information on the outer surfaces of compact disc, DVD and other product containers. Labels may be attached to stacks of one or more rigid holders in order to display information on the cover, spine or base. Printed graphic cards may be inserted between the rigid plastic holders and covers of clear, flexible cover material. The clear cover material is formed into a clear pocket attached at the opening edge of the rigid cover and base. Alternatively, printed graphic cards are adhered to the outer rigid holders by placing adhesive on the cover and base holders but not on the spines. Also, a clear pocket may be attached to the spine of a stack of rigid holders with a printed graphic insert sliding into the pocket.

Abstract: A thin film data storage carrier (e.g., a flexible thin film compact disc) is described. The thin film data storage carrier (e.g., 111 of FIG. 8) has a cruciform aperture (114) therein, which is defined in part by two pairs of opposed arcuate sides (117, 117? and 120, 120?) and at least one tab (118 and 121). The tabs (118 and 121) each have a triangular shape. The thin film data storage carrier may be used as part of a digital data storage assembly (2) that includes a rigid support (29) having an aperture (30) therein. The assembly (2) further includes, a locking device (41) positioned at least partially around aperture (30) of rigid support (29). Locking device (41) includes at least one shelf (44, 47) extending out over a portion of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29). The shelf (e.g., 44) and a portion (e.g., 53) of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29) residing thereunder together define a tapered slot (e.g., 62), having an open end (59) and a closed end (56).

Abstract: A book-like package for holding, protecting and displaying products, such as data storage devices. The present invention has a book like cover with graphics imprinted upon it. The cover wraps around rigid plastic trays stacked to look like pages of a book. The rigid plastic trays hold compact discs, DVDs, descriptive booklets and other materials on the front, back or both surfaces. The package can be made as large or small as needed by simply adding additional trays and increasing the width of a flexible spine. The flexible spine is located between the front and back cover of the package. Adhesive binder attaches the rigid trays to the flexible spine. The binder is then heated to about 150 C in order to set and stabilize it. After the binder has been heated, the rigid trays are permanently adhered to the book covers.

Abstract: A digital data storage assembly (2), e.g., a flexible thin film compact disc, is described. Digital data storage assembly (2) includes, (a) a thin film data storage carrier (11), having substantially opposed first (14) and second (17) surfaces, an aperture (20), and at least one tab (23, 26) extending partially into aperture (20). The assembly (2) also includes, (b) a rigid support (29) having substantially opposed first (32) and second (35) surfaces, and an aperture (38). The assembly (2) further includes, (c) a locking device (41) positioned at least partially around aperture (38) of rigid support (29). Locking device (41) includes at least one shelf (44, 47) extending out over a portion of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29). The shelf (e.g., 44) and a portion (e.g., 53) of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29) residing thereunder together define a tapered slot (e.g., 62), having an open end (59) and a closed end (56).

Abstract: A digital data storage assembly (2), e.g., a flexible thin film compact disc, is described. Digital data storage assembly (2) includes, (a) a thin film data storage carrier (11), having substantially opposed first (14) and second (17) surfaces, an aperture (20), and at least one tab (23, 26) extending partially into aperture (20). The assembly (2) also includes, (b) a rigid support (29) having substantially opposed first (32) and second (35) surfaces, and an aperture (38). The assembly (2) further includes, (c) a locking device (41) positioned at least partially around aperture (38) of rigid support (29). Locking device (41) includes at least one shelf (44, 47) extending out over a portion of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29). The shelf (e.g., 44) and a portion (e.g., 53) of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29) residing thereunder together define a tapered slot (e.g., 62), having an open end (59) and a closed end (56).

Abstract: A digital data storage assembly (2), e.g., a flexible thin film compact disc, is described. Digital data storage assembly (2) includes, (a) a thin film data storage carrier (11), having substantially opposed first (14) and second (17) surfaces, a cruciform aperture (20) defined in part by a pair of substantially opposed arcuate sides (97, 97′) and a pair of substantially opposed substantially straight sides (94, 94′), and at least one tab (23, 26) extending partially into aperture (20). The assembly (2) also includes, (b) a rigid support (29) having substantially opposed first (32) and second (35) surfaces, and an aperture (38). The assembly (2) further includes, (c) a locking device (41) positioned at least partially around aperture (38) of rigid support (29). Locking device (41) includes at least one shelf (44, 47) extending out over a portion of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29). The shelf (e.g., 44) and a portion (e.g.

Abstract: A digital data storage assembly (2), e.g., a flexible thin film compact disc, is described. Digital data storage assembly (2) includes, (a) a thin film data storage carrier (11), having substantially opposed first (14) and second (17) surfaces, an aperture (20), and at least one tab (23, 26) extending partially into aperture (20). The assembly (2) also includes, (b) a rigid support (29) having substantially opposed first (32) and second (35) surfaces, and an aperture (38). The assembly (2) further includes, (c) a locking device (41) positioned at least partially around aperture (38) of rigid support (29). Locking device (41) includes at least one shelf (44, 47) extending out over a portion of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29). The shelf (e.g., 44) and a portion (e.g., 53) of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29) residing thereunder together define a tapered slot (e.g., 62), having an open end (59) and a closed end (56).

Abstract: A device for displaying multiple images in an animation-like manner is provided. The device includes an outer shell having a pair of opposed transparent lenticular surfaces and a pair of opposed side walls extending between opposed outer edges of the lenticular surfaces thereby forming a hollow rectangular cavity. The device also includes a generally rectangular slide insertable through an opening in the first end of the cavity. Interleaved images are positioned on the opposed faces of the slide. The device further includes a part for reciprocating the slide in the cavity thereby altering the appearance of the displayed image. The reciprocating part includes a detent slot formed in an interior region of each of the side walls of the outer shell and a corresponding pair of spring bar mounted detent tabs for engaging the detent slots. A spring bar is positioned generally parallel to the second end of the slide and dihedral spring leaves are positioned in a center of the spring bar.

Abstract: A unitary applicator formed in a single mold, which may be formed with the container, filled, sealed and ready for packaging and shipping at a lower cost. The applicator head may also be manufactured for later attachment to a container, such as by fusing, welding or bonding, or by preconstructed mechanical connectors. A mold with movable parts allows construction of the applicator with two shots of material. The first shot forms structural parts of the applicator and container, and a subsequent shot of softer material forms the applicator surfaces. In addition, non-slip surfaces may be formed by the second shot on parts of the container that is hand held during applications of the flowable material to skin or other substrates or surfaces. The use of non-open cell materials to form the contact surface improves hygiene by reducing contamination of the applicator. The reduction of dead space in the cap minimizes waste by allowing almost all of the contents to be dispensed.