Patents Issued in March 30, 2006
  • Publication number: 20060064793
    Abstract: A mask for eyes is disclosed to include a mask body, a support member formed of an elastic material and fixedly fastened to the mask body at the back, the support member having a thin flap containing a natural mineral stone powder or blocks that emits negative ions, far infrared rays, electrons and radioactive rays to produce Holmishis Effect, and two fastening members for securing the mask body to the user's ears.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: Nawari Trading Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Hidehiro Kitayama
  • Publication number: 20060064794
    Abstract: An innovative sleeping suit for infants, configured to provide warmth, a contained environment, and positive proprioceptive input, and thereby reduce neurological reflexive twitching or habitual waking patterns prevalent when infants are placed on their backs for sleeping and are not swaddled. The weighting in the suit is believed to reduce the neurological reflexive twitching and provides a swaddling effect to infants helping them to fall asleep and remain sleeping when on their backs. At least a portion of an anterior portion of the suit includes the weighting. The weighting may be accomplished by varying the thickness of the materials and/or quantity of layers of materials used on the anterior portion of the suit. The weighting may be distributed uniformly throughout the suit, the anterior portion of the suit, or can be strategically placed at proprioceptive target points along the anterior portion of the suit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Maureen Howard, Robert Howard
  • Publication number: 20060064795
    Abstract: A shawl including a sheet of fabric having an inner surface and an outer surface defined by a top edge, a bottom edge, a right side edge and a left side edge. The sheet of fabric is dimensioned to allow the right and left hands of the user to each extend beyond the right edge and left edge of the sheet of fabric when the top edge of the sheet of fabric is draped over the user's shoulders. A right arm closure extends from the inner surface of the sheet of fabric proximate to the right edge, and a left arm closure extending from the inner surface of the sheet of fabric proximate to the left edge. Each of the arm closures has a width that is less than a width of a human forearm and defines an opening dimensioned to allow the user's hands to pass therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Claire Houghton, Tami Roy
  • Publication number: 20060064796
    Abstract: Improved work gloves comprising a front face forming a human hand which may define four to five fingers, a rear face forming a human hand defining four to five fingers, wherein the rear face is identical to the front face, a tuck strip joining said front face to said rear face, a fist joined to said front face, to said rear face and to said tuck strip, an elastic band running through both faces, wherein said work faces may be used in both hands at distinct times. Said fist may be detachable as well as the glove thumb. The materials of the glove may comprise animal, vegetal or synthetic fabrics as long as said material is resistant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: Adeti Seguridad Industrial, S.A. DE C.V.
    Inventor: Jose Hernandez
  • Publication number: 20060064797
    Abstract: A protective garment having an expandable material incorporated therein is provided. The expandable material may be formed of a nonwoven fabric having a first fabric surface and a second fabric surface which is opposite the first fabric surface. A section of the fabric defines at least one region gathered into a plurality of successive pleats. Each pleat is made of an overlap in the fabric such that a portion of the first fabric surface is disposed adjacent to another portion of the first fabric surface. A secondary panel for straddling a pleat may be provided. The secondary panel may be attached to the fabric by attachment points that are adapted to retain the pleat in a folded state until application of a tensile force directed along the fabric length causes the secondary panel to separate which would enable the pleat to unfold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Patricia Pyeatt Rowe, Julia Ambrose
  • Publication number: 20060064798
    Abstract: A sweatband designed to be worn on a user for usage in a variety of sporting activities. The sweatband comprises inserts for the purpose of protecting the user, which may be permanently placed or removable. In the preferred mode, the inserts are polymeric and function to absorb and dissipate impact forces with which the user comes in contact. Importantly, the inserts may be strategically placed within the sweatband, such as in the areas most vulnerable to concussion or injury upon impact. In an alternate embodiment, the polymeric inserts may be removed from the sweatband. In total, the invention provides a novel, lightweight means to protect the athlete, while effectively functioning to absorb perspiration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Carl Abraham
  • Publication number: 20060064799
    Abstract: A helmet is disclosed that includes a hinged chin guard and a hinged visor. The chin guard and the visor can each be independently raised or they can be raised together. That is, they can be rotated up and from in front of the face of a wearer of the helmet. A one-button release mechanism is provided on the chin guard to release detents that secure the chin guard to the cap body. The chin guard can lock into place when raised or lowered. The chin guard is adapted to rotate in a substantially elliptical trajectory about the sides and top of the cap body. The visor can be rotated through a series of ratchet positions and be removed from the helmet without tools and without removing the chin guard.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Stephane Dion
  • Publication number: 20060064800
    Abstract: A device and method for alleviating pressure on a portion of a patient's body that may be bed-ridden or otherwise constrained for long periods of time. A position of the mechanism is based upon a location or distribution of angiosomes in the body portion. The mechanism includes a pump, and a portable garment with inflatable channels and pressure relievers. The channels provide varying pressure on the body portion, a maximum pressure being set at a level sufficient for treating or preventing decubitus ulcer formation on the body portion. The channels are positioned based upon angiosome distribution in the portion of the body. The pressure relievers protect tissue on bony prominences from excess pressure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Robert Freund
  • Publication number: 20060064801
    Abstract: An impact absorbing protective gear for protecting an area of the wearer's body includes a pad, which is configured to generally conform to the area of the wearer's body, and a fluid containing body. The pad includes an inner surface and an outer surface, with the inner surface for facing the area of the wearer's body. The pad is formed from a resilient energy-absorbing material wherein the outer surface flexes inwardly when impacted by a force applied to the outer surface. The inner surface includes at least one recessed portion. The fluid containing body is located in the recessed portion and has a volume less than the volume of the recessed portion wherein the fluid containing body can deform in the recessed portion upon impact from the force to thereby increase the amount of energy absorbed by the protective gear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Robert Johnson, Charles Sereff
  • Publication number: 20060064802
    Abstract: A ventilation apparatus optimizes the ventilation of refuse receptacles. To this end, a sensor is placed inside a refuse receptacle and serves to detect fermentation gases, water vapor or the like. A sensor signal is used in turn to regulate or control a fan that withdraws gases and vapors from the refuse receptacle. A manual control of the ventilator by specifying the desired operating time is also conceivable. In addition, a nonreturn flap is provided inside the suction tube that prevents gases and vapors from flowing in the opposite direction out of a drain system and into the receptacle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Joachim Damrath, Peter Jochimski, Gerhard Wetzl
  • Publication number: 20060064803
    Abstract: A stool device having deodorizing function according to the invention includes a stool device having a stool body; and a deodorizing device having an exhaust fan for drawing air from an air inlet via a pipeline, and an air inlet located at an appropriate position of the stool body and for rapidly drawing excretion odors that are further discharged via a routing pipeline, thereby preventing perplexities caused by odors from a lavatory in use and maintaining good air quality in the lavatory.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Chu Wang
  • Publication number: 20060064804
    Abstract: A disposable air exhaust system for eliminating aerosol effect in a toilet. The disposable air exhaust system includes first apparatus, second apparatus, and a suction device. The first apparatus disposably attaches to a rim of a bowl of the toilet and imparts a suction thereat to remove odorous particles and odorous air therefrom. The second apparatus disposably attaches to a seat of the toilet and imparts a suction thereat to remove odorous particles and odorous air therefrom. The suction device fluidly communicates with both the first apparatus and the second apparatus to create the suctions thereat to remove the odorous particles and the odorous air thereat, thereby eliminating the aerosol effect in the toilet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Bernard Sutton
  • Publication number: 20060064805
    Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a flush toilet and a deodorizing method of the flush toilet which effectively remove a source of an offensive odor in the toilet and which can decompose the odor and also clean and sterilize a toilet bowl. A flush toilet 8 is equipped with a deodorizing apparatus 1, and the deodorizing apparatus 1 comprises: an electrolytic cell fitted with at least a pair of electrodes and storing tap water; odor suction means for sucking in an odor in the toilet; odor supply means for supplying the odor sucked in by the odor suction means into the electrolytic cell, odor adsorption means capable of adsorbing and releasing the odor; and odor supply means for supplying the odor released from the odor adsorption means to the electrolytic cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Tetsuya Yamamoto, Tsuyoshi Rakuma, Daizo Takaoka
  • Publication number: 20060064806
    Abstract: A toilet seat includes an annular pad having a pair of first extensions integrally extending from a side face of the annular pad and each first extension having a pivot hole defined to align and communicate with each other and a first handle extending from the side face of the annular pad to facilitate movement of the annular pad, a cover pivotally connected to the annular pad and having a second extension sandwiched between the pair of first extensions of the annular pad and provided with a passage to communicate with both the pivot holes of the first extensions and a pivotal device extending into the pivot holes and the passage aligning and communicating with the pivot holes to secure engagement between the annular pad and the cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Shih-Hsien Kuo
  • Publication number: 20060064807
    Abstract: Disclosed is a hinge assembly for connecting a toilet seat and cover to a rearward extension behind a toilet bowl. Two base members are permanently affixed to the extension in spaced fashion. Two hinge support members are provided to snap connect to the base members by virtue of flexible tabs on the base members interconnecting with side wall holes on the hinge supports. The hinge supports, seat and cover can be removed from the extension by squeezing the sides of the hinge support members, leaving only the bases attached to the extension. This facilitates cleaning.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Erich Vierkant
  • Publication number: 20060064808
    Abstract: A hinge assembly is provided for connecting a toilet seat and cover to a rearward extension behind a toilet bowl. A base member is permanently affixed to the extension. A hinge support member is rotatably linked to the base member in bayonet connection fashion. The hinge support, seat and cover can be removed from the, leaving only the base attached to the extension.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Erich Vierkant
  • Publication number: 20060064809
    Abstract: An improved plumbing component is disclosed. The plumbing component includes a basket strainer includes a basket strainer body and a tail piece extending therefrom. The tailpiece includes sufficient spacing between the lower aspect of basket strainer body and the upper aspect of tailpiece to support one or more shaped tool-engaging flats, for receiving a wrench tool for assembly/disassembly of the installed apparatus. According to another embodiment, a retrofittable tailpiece having tool-engaging flats may be applied to prior art tailpieces and secured in place to enable single-handed assembly/disassembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Anthony Isgro
  • Publication number: 20060064810
    Abstract: A human private part washing apparatus includes a base, a toilet seat supported by the base to pivot, a washing portion provided at the base and capable of washing at least one private part of a person seated on the toilet seat, a microcomputer-based controller provided at the base and incorporating a storage media, in which at least one program can be stored, and a write connector, which includes at least one terminal and a ground terminal and is capable of writing the at least one program at the storage media, and a connector cover configured to detachably cover the write connector; the connector cover being provided with at least one terminating resistance capable of connecting the at least one opened terminal to the ground terminal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: AISIN SEIKI KABUSHIKI KAISHA
    Inventors: Shunichi Teranishi, Mitsugu Nonomura
  • Publication number: 20060064811
    Abstract: An above ground vinyl liner pool with a viewing window is disclosed. A window piece on one side of the pool wall mates to a retainer bracket on the other side, enclosing and sealing an opening in the wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: David Midkiff
  • Publication number: 20060064812
    Abstract: A method is provided for attaching an elongated webbing member to an edge of a pool cover, comprising positioning the edge of the pool cover so that a portion of the pool cover edge is in contact with a portion of the webbing, and heat sealing the webbing portion to the pool cover edge portion. An assembly is provided for coupling a pool cover to a connector mechanism attached to a pool, comprising a pool cover comprising at least one pool cover edge, and a webbing coupled to at least a portion of the pool cover edge by a heat seal between a portion of the webbing and a portion of the pool cover edge. An apparatus is also provided for forming a webbing attached to the edge of a pool cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Lanny Smith
  • Publication number: 20060064813
    Abstract: An apparatus for re-circulating a fluid contained within a hydrotherapeutic receptacle without the need for piping to a motor. The apparatus includes a jet housing having a portion thereof engageable with such receptacle. A nozzle device is located at one end of the housing to provide an entrance for such fluid to be suctioned into the housing and an exit for such suctioned fluid to be expelled from the housing. A control device is located adjacent the nozzle device to control fluid flow of such fluid suctioned into the housing and fluid flow of such fluid expelled from the housing. An expulsion unit is located adjacent the control device to expel such fluid from the housing back into such receptacle. A power source is connected to the expulsion unit to enable it to expel such fluid from the housing at a predetermined pressure into such receptacle at a predetermined rate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Vu Tran
  • Publication number: 20060064814
    Abstract: In one example form, the present invention relates to a bath mat that includes a base layer which has an active ingredient. In another example form, the bath mat includes a base layer, a first layer and an active ingredient that is between the base layer and first layer. Some example active ingredients that may be included in the bath mat are one or more of a surfactant, effervescent material, aromatic material and skin conditioner. In still another example form, the bath mat includes a base layer and one or more articles (e.g., wash cloth, pillow or absorbent pad) that are detachably connected to the base layer. In yet another example form, the bath mat includes a base layer and a temperature indicator that forms part of the base layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Lisa Bushman, Rebecca Mohr
  • Publication number: 20060064815
    Abstract: A mist delivery system includes an enclosure having at least one misting nozzle coupled thereto. The enclosure includes a primary wall and a secondary wall, whereby an air channel is defined between the primary wall and the secondary wall. A controller directs misted air through the misting nozzle and further activates an air flow system such that misted air within the shower area flows through and is dried in the air channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANY
    Inventors: Jeanne Guerin, Douglas Emsley, Donald Furlong, Dennis Lin, Bethany Franko, Kevin Zielke, Cynthia Vandewall, Peter Mitchell, William Sanford, Vicki Curtis, Wing Cheung
  • Publication number: 20060064816
    Abstract: A child support for a buggy which is convertible between seat and cot configurations, having upper and a lower matching frames, two panels, and a stretcher, the first panel being hinged to one end of the lower frame, the stretcher being hinged to the other end of the upper frame, and the second panel being hinged to the first panel and the stretcher, wherein in the seat configuration the upper and lower frames lie on top of one another, the first and second panels are at an angle, and the stretcher is parallel to the plane of the frames, and in the cot configuration the frames are spaced apart from one another, the first and second panels are parallel to the plane of the lower frame, and the stretcher extends between the upper and lower frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Graham Church
  • Publication number: 20060064817
    Abstract: An in-vehicle removable viscoelastic bedding device includes (a) a mattress formed of viscoelastic foam, and having a rectangular top view footprint with a predetermined width at its widest point, and a predetermined length at its longest point, and having a left area cut-in and a right area cut-in, each of the cut-ins having a cut-in width equal to at least 12% of the predetermined width of the mattress, and each of the cut-ins having a cut-in length equal to at least twice the cut-in width; and, (b) a-protective cover containing the mattress, and having a shape, thickness, width and length sufficient to encompass the mattress. In some embodiments, the left cut-in and right cut-in are mirror images of one another. In other embodiments, the device is made wherein one of the left cut-in and the right cut-in is longer than the other, e.g. to accommodate a spare tire well or other protrusion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Simeon Heimowitz
  • Publication number: 20060064818
    Abstract: A bed-tent provides an enclosure over a mattress. The tent forms a canopy having panels each with a resilient, strip frame member and a sheet of flexible fabric. Retainers secure the canopy on the mattress. In some forms, a frame member disposed externally of the canopy helps to hold the panels and canopy upright. In other forms, the frame members are configured so that no additional support is needed to hold the panels and/or bed tent upright on a bed. The frame members may be readily adapted for use in curved or rectilinear panels to permit a wide range of bed tent designs and features. The frame members preferably can be twisted or wound into flat coils of reduced diameter or other form so that the entire canopy can be conveniently stored in a small package.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Thomas Danaher
  • Publication number: 20060064819
    Abstract: An orthopedic therapeutic memory foam pillow has upper and lower sections made of memory foam. The pillow is crescent shaped and has a quarter-round cutout in the normally bottom section in the crescent to accommodate a patient's head. In between the upper and lower memory foam sections is an irregularly shaped firmer foam section. This central firmer foam is thicker above the cutout and is narrower towards the rear curvature of the crescent. The pillow is reversible and can be used with the quarter-round cutout facing upwards or turning the pillow so that the flat surface is upwards. The head can be placed on either the thicker end of the pillow or on the thinner end of the pillow and on either side of the pillow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Nancy Mollett
  • Publication number: 20060064820
    Abstract: A sensor for attachment to an inflatable air cell cushion to detect a change in immersion depth and bottoming out of the user seated on the cushion. The sensor includes an airflow conduit for attachment to the cushion inflation tube. The airflow conduit comprises a cylindrical body having a longitudinal inner bore. There is an opening through the conduit body in fluid communication with the bore. A transducer is positioned at the opening to detect changes in air pressure within the airflow conduit. The transducer is operatively connected to a warning light, an audible sensor and a mode set button. The functions of the electronic components are preprogrammed into a computer chip. A battery powers the sensor. The recited components are secured within a housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Evan Call, Kent Mabey
  • Publication number: 20060064821
    Abstract: A hallow cuddling device that is used in conjunction with a pillow, a apparatus that elevates and supports the head and neck while creating a real sense of relieve to the extremities such as the shoulders and arms. The ergonomically designed cuddling device designed to alleviate the discomfort and relieve all or any discomfort in the neck, shoulder, or arms associated with cuddling such as poor circulation, sore muscles, fatigue, stiffness, numbness, cramping. The cuddle cradle's design allows for two individuals to cuddle and or rest comfortable in a variety of positions such as lying on their sides, spine or any of the combination This also allows for from of movement for the upper arms, elbows, forearms, wrists, hands, and fingers. A cuddling device that promotes a genuine sense of closeness between two individuals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Gregory Pruitt
  • Publication number: 20060064822
    Abstract: The present invention discloses an automobile escape hammer comprising a body, a striking hammer and a cutter; wherein the striking hammer is coupled to one end of the body and comprises a weight member, a striking pin and a blade installed on the weight member; the striking pin has a small diameter for effectively breaking the windows of a motor vehicle; and the blade abuts one side of the striking pin without passing beyond the end of the striking pin, thereby a user can hold the automobile escape hammer to strike and break the window of a motor vehicle as to achieve the purpose of breaking the window and allowing the people in the vehicle to escape quickly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Tien-Shui Wang
  • Publication number: 20060064823
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of hair colouring and bleaching compositions providing a composition comprising i) at least one source of peroxymonocarbonate ions, ii) at least one alkalizing agent, preferably a source of ammonium ions, and iii) at least one radical scavenger, wherein said composition has a pH of up to 9.5, and applying the composition to the hair and retaining on the hair for a period of less than 20 minutes, which provide a high level of lift and lightening and the required dye deposition and grey coverage whilst reducing the concentration of peroxide, the ammonia odour and reducing the hair fibre damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Jennifer Marsh, Graham McKelvey, Andrew Wyrko
  • Publication number: 20060064824
    Abstract: The present invention is a method of pre-treating keratinous fibres prior to the application of a hair colourant or bleaching composition comprising the steps of applying a pre-treatment composition to the keratinous fibres said composition comprising at least one conditioning agent, said composition having a viscosity of from 100 Pa cps to 300 Pa, wherein said pre-treatment composition is not rinsed off from the hair prior to the application of said hair colouring or bleaching composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Simon Godfrey
  • Publication number: 20060064825
    Abstract: A Spa and Pool Step Vacuum is disclosed. The vacuum device incorporates a submersible pump. The device is lightweight and portable and does not require a hardwired electrical supply. The device further includes a removable external filter sack or bag to provide maximum filtration capacity with the minimum of weight and drag. The vacuum further provides a tapered nozzle having a roller to create the desired air gap between the tip of the nozzle and the surface being cleaned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Robert Reed
  • Publication number: 20060064826
    Abstract: An electrostatic dust wand has a handle, a triboelectric charge generator, and a fibrous material. The triboelectric charge generator is coupled to the handle, and generates an electrostatic charge to attract dust particles to the cleaning implement. The fibrous material at least partially covers the triboelectric charge generator, to collect and to retain dust particles. The triboelectric charge generator has at least one movable member having a first triboelectric property, and an actuator for driving the at least one movable member. The electrostatic charge may be generated by movement of he at least one movable member against the fibrous material. Alternatively, or in addition, the electrostatic charge may be generated by relative movement of two members of the triboelectric charge generator against one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: James Kimball
  • Publication number: 20060064827
    Abstract: An electric toothbrush may have one or more bristle plates which have one or more elastomeric elements. The elastomeric elements may be various sizes and shapes, including a prophy cup.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: John Chan
  • Publication number: 20060064828
    Abstract: A brush roll is rotatably supported by bearings in a housing of a cleaning brush tool. One of the bearings is incorporated in a removable bearing arrangement that can be rotationally fastened and removed as needed on a cylindrical end of the housing. Preferably collar elements protruding cylindrically from the removable bearing arrangement form bayonet-type catch hooks that selectively engage with bayonet-type catch elements protruding radially outwardly from the cylindrical end sleeve of the housing. A detent on the housing engages a securing element on the removable bearing arrangement to secure the engaged bayonet-type fastening arrangement against rotational release thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Thomas Stein, Achim Liffers
  • Publication number: 20060064829
    Abstract: Vehicle parts of a pipeline pig are connected by a pivotable joint. The joint comprises first and second part-spherical hollow shells joined together, each shell having an aperture therein, said apertures being aligned, said first shell being mounted in a curved recess in said first vehicle part to the pivotable therein part, said second shell being mounted in a curved recess in said second vehicle part to the pivotable therein, the first and second vehicle parts each having ducts leading to the joint and communicating with said apertures and wherein pipeline pig harnessing passes between the vehicle parts through said ducts and said apertures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Peter Houldey, Peter Couchman, Ian Smith
  • Publication number: 20060064830
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a spot cleaner that includes a first absorbent pad and a second absorbent pad. The first absorbent pad includes a cleaner. The spot cleaner further includes a moisture proof barrier that is between the first absorbent pad and the second absorbent pad. The moisture proof barrier encloses the first absorbent pad to keep the cleaner inside the moisture proof barrier. In some embodiments, the moisture proof barrier has a first layer that is attached to the first absorbent pad and a second layer that is attached to the second absorbent pad. The first and second layers of the moisture proof barrier may be separable to allow a hand to be inserted between the first and second layers so that the hand is able to manipulate the spot cleaner without any portion of the spot or cleaner contacting the hand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Wayne Sigl, Amanda O'Connor, James McManus, Diane Luxhoj, Linda Bartelt
  • Publication number: 20060064831
    Abstract: A multifunctional cleaning tool for cleaning surfaces such as toilets. The multifunctional cleaning tool having both an abrasive portion and a nonabrasive portion, which are oriented generally at an angle to one another so that a user can use both the abrasive portion and the nonabrasive portions without drastically changing the orientation of the tool upon the surface to be cleaned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Mary Wells
  • Publication number: 20060064832
    Abstract: A device comprising a housing that can be in the form of two plates spaced apart with a gap or open region spaced therebetween. Coupled to this housing is at least one brush comprising a set of bristles such as nylon bristles and at least one arm rotatably coupled to this housing. There can also be at least one additional brush comprising a set of metal bristles which are essentially stiffer than the nylon brushes wherein these bristles are coupled to at least one arm rotatably coupled to the housing. There are at least two hinges for rotatably coupling the at least one arm of the at least one brush and the at least one arm of the at least one additional brush to the housing. There are also at least two stoppers coupled to the housing for stopping a rotation of the brush and the at least one additional brush out of the housing. In addition to assist the user in rotating the brushes out of the housing, each of the arms can include at least one protrusion extending out therefrom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: Dorson Sports, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven Caramico
  • Publication number: 20060064833
    Abstract: A mouth brush having a frame with first and second ends defining a longitudinal axis and formed from a solid material such as hard plastic. Conventional tooth brush bristles are mounted on the first end of the frame and extend down to define a first orientation perpendicular to the axis. Soft rubber nubs are mounted on the first end and extend perpendicularly from the axis in all other directions from the first orientation. These nubs are sufficiently soft to gently massage all oral tissue without changing one's toothbrushing routine. The device minimizes exfoliation of tissue layers in the mouth. A second material is also formed on the frame as a handle portion. The handle portion may be a soft material such as soft rubber so as to increase the user's grip when wet with water.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Scott Jacobs
  • Publication number: 20060064834
    Abstract: Disclosed is a cleaning sheet including a main body which is intended to be placed on a bottom face of a cleaning head and attachment sheets which extend from the main body and are intended to be secured on a top face of the cleaning head. The main body has an attachment surface and a cleaning surface on opposite sides. The attachment surface is intended to face the bottom face of the cleaning head. The main body includes a substrate sheet and a stretchable support sheet disposed on a cleaning surface side of the substrate sheet to have projections extending beyond opposite side edges of the substrate sheet. Each attachment sheet is joined to a respective projection of the support sheet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: Uni-Charm Corporation
    Inventor: Yoshinori Tanaka
  • Publication number: 20060064835
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a washing brush for automatic motor vehicle washing systems, comprising a cylindric body on the side outer surface thereof are provided a plurality of bands defining the cleaning elements of the brush. The main feature of the invention is that the band or strip elements extend on the side surface of the cylindric body along direction which are inclined with respect to the axial direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2003
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Francesco Favagrossa
  • Publication number: 20060064836
    Abstract: A tool for pushing excess paint or other liquid sources off of a paint roller sleeve without having to remove the sleeve. The tool comprises a handgrip, an elongated rod and a generally circular loop formed as a single, unitary piece of a straight section of rod. Disposed away from the handgrip, the loop, is slip fitted over the sleeve of the roller. Excess paint can be removed by inserting the sleeve in the circular section of the tool. This can be done while holding the paint roller in one hand and the cleaning tool in the other hand and then the tool is slipped over the sleeve The tool can either be slipped over the open end of the roller or over the frame of the roller or the of the roller can be inserted through a narrow gap defined by the loop and with a forward and aft motion, the excess paint is then squeezed from the sleeve and with forward and aft motion the excess paint is squeezed from the sleeve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: William Mowe
  • Publication number: 20060064837
    Abstract: A side window washing device has a washing unit positioned on each side of the side window and coupled to an interior section of a door frame of the vehicle. The washing unit is capable of dispensing a liquid and moving to clean the side window. A driving unit is coupled to the washing unit. The driving unit is used for dispensing the liquid through the washing unit and for moving the washing unit. A drying unit is positioned above each washing unit and coupled to the interior section of a door frame. The drying unit is used for removing any liquid remaining on the side window.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Kevin Mayo
  • Publication number: 20060064838
    Abstract: A wiper connector for a motor vehicle intended for the connection and articulation between a wiper arm and a component of a wiper blade is engaged longitudinally from rear to front inside the front end of the arm, which is curved longitudinally towards the rear in the form of a U. The wiper connector includes at least one elastically deformable element for securing the connector in the engaged position inside the front end of the arm and two longitudinal vertical flanks, which are designed to be received between two lateral wings of the blade component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Applicant: Valeo Systemes d'Essuyage
    Inventor: Eric Poton
  • Publication number: 20060064839
    Abstract: An improved windshield wiper is described having a pair of squeegees and a brush disposed between said squeegees. The single-piece molded frame of the wiper includes openings along the frame back that are adapted to create a vacuum when the vehicle is moving. The brush spine is preferably perforated such that fluid is drawn from the windshield, into the brush bristles and out through the brush spine perforations and openings, when air passing over the wiper causes a vacuum between said squeegees.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Lloyd Stouder
  • Publication number: 20060064840
    Abstract: Provided is an automotive wiper that has a frame, which supports a rubber blade, is formed in one piece with a tension spring, and is easily assembled with the blade. A tensile member (40) symmetrically extends in one piece from a center of the wiper in opposite directions to form both a single-piece tension spring and skeletal frame. A slot (41) is centrally cut along a length of the tensile member to insert the blade (30) therein. A blade mounting receptacle (42) is formed at a center of the slot to insert the blade for its assembly. A guiding member (43) is formed above the mounting receptacle. An assembly guide (43a) is formed on the guiding member to center the blade for assembly. A coupling positioner (30a) is centrally disposed on a surface of the blade to position the blade for assembly with respect to the assembly guide formed on the guiding member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Se-Heon Park
  • Publication number: 20060064841
    Abstract: A wiper blade includes a wiper strip, a lever assembly and a cover member. The lever assembly has a connecting arrangement and holding claws. The connecting arrangement is connected to a wiper arm. The holding claws hold the wiper strip. The cover member has a cover opening, which is opened on a wiper strip side thereof. The cover member receives the lever assembly through the cover opening. In an interior space between the cover member and the wiper strip, holder end side openings, each of which is a part of the cover opening, are covered by two connecting arrangement end side cover parts. In this way, in the interior space between the cover member and the wiper strip, spaces, into which fluid intrudes, are reduced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2005
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventor: Hiroyuki Nakano
  • Publication number: 20060064842
    Abstract: A wiper lever (10) with a wiper arm (12) and a wiper blade (14) linked to it to clean windows of motor vehicles in particular is proposed, whose wiper blade is provided with a band-like, long-stretched-out, elastic supporting element (22) that is curved in the longitudinal direction over its band surfaces (26, 28), which features a rubber elastic wiper strip (30) that can be applied to the window on its concave-curved band surface (26), on whose convex-curved band surface (28) an articulated part (20) sits, on which an adapter (40) is positioned so that it can move in a pendulum fashion, which has walls (42) aligned in the longitudinal direction of the wiper blade and standing on the band surfaces of the supporting element (22) with planes situated at a distance from one another, and locking means (72) are arranged on the adapter that are moveable against a restoring force, which cooperate with counter-locking means (66) of the wiper arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2003
    Publication date: March 30, 2006
    Inventors: Hubert Verelst, Eric Windmolders, Christian Wilms, Hans Beelen, Robert Vertongen