Patents Issued in August 18, 2016
  • Publication number: 20160235190
    Abstract: A holder for a mobile computing device, such as a tablet computer or the like, can include a handle that is positioned laterally from a device space in which the mobile computing device is held within the holder. The handle can be angled relative to the mobile computing device and can have a fixed angle or adjustable angles. The holder can include two or more portions that are connectable in two or more different positions to hold the mobile computing device in at least two orientations, such as landscape and portrait orientations, and/or to accommodate devices of different sizes. In some configurations, the holder can incorporate a peripheral device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Wyatt R. Briant, David E. Conely
  • Publication number: 20160235191
    Abstract: A toothbrush having a first end and a second end with a plurality of picks in removeable communication with the second end, and a floss cutter configured to cut dental floss. The toothbrush has a body with a first side and a second side, the body comprising a hollow interior, wherein at least at least one plastic stud is configured to engage at least one sleeve, wherein dental floss is wrapped around the at least one sleeve. The dental floss extends from the at least one sleeve through the floss cutter, wherein the body and wherein the first end and the second end are in communication with the first side of the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Charles Ray Trent
  • Publication number: 20160235192
    Abstract: An edge trim for pieces of furniture, including a meltable layer, is described. The molecular structure of the meltable layer contains both polar and non-polar parts. By way of a non-limiting example, an edge trim for pieces of furniture having an exposed edge of wooden or wood substitute material is described, comprising a molten layer and a structural layer, wherein the structural layer and the molten layer are connected in an adhesive bond, wherein the molten layer is made of a material that is chemically modified such that polar and non-polar components are found in a single molecular structure, wherein the molten layer contains energy absorbing additives, wherein the energy absorbing additives of the molten layer are selected from the group consisting of metal oxides, metal phosphates, metal salts of organic anions and combinations thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Uwe Krämer, Peter Glaser
  • Publication number: 20160235193
    Abstract: A table unit including a work surface with a first perimeter side and a second perimeter side. The table unit has a base that includes a floor support, a pedestal that extends upwardly from the floor support, and a top support. An upright wall portion is connected to the base. The pedestal has an adjustable length. The top support is supported on the pedestal and includes a frame and a slide. The frame is rotatable about an axis and the slide is linearly movable with respect to the frame. The work surface is mounted to the slide and is movable with the slide. Further, the work surface can rotate with the frame between at least a first position, with the first perimeter side adjacent the upright wall portion, and a second position, with the second perimeter side adjacent the upright wall portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Ralph E. Reddig
  • Publication number: 20160235194
    Abstract: A pull-out and drop-down storage system maximizing storage space and providing a user with convenient access to otherwise difficult to access storage space. The storage system may comprise a stationary support structure, a moveable section, and a guide rail linked to the top of the moveable section by a connector to direct the motion of the movable section between a retracted position and a more accessible position. The guide rail may be configured to lead the movable section through a confined space during deployment and retraction. The storage system may include vertical guide rails extending vertically from the bottom to the top of the rear part of the movable section and a sliding carriage assembly attached to the stationary support structure that in concert with the vertical guide rails provide stability and control during a substantially vertical motion of the movable section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Tarek Baranski
  • Publication number: 20160235195
    Abstract: A modular storage system capable of mounting storage fixtures such as shelves, drawers, rods, desks, hampers, trash cans and the like in various configurations without the use of tools and fastener hardware. The system includes vertical side panels capable of being mounted to a horizontal support rail, which is attached to a wall, in various configurations allowing the system to be mounted and rearranged against the wall without the use of tools and hardware. The vertical side panels include a plurality of support cleats that mate with the storage fixtures and provide for self-locking of the storage fixtures in the system so that they can be mounted and rearranged without the use of tools and hardware.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Gregory James Ahart
  • Publication number: 20160235196
    Abstract: A slide rail assembly adapted to mount an object to a rack includes first through third rails. The first rail is mounted to the rack. The second rail is movably connected to the first rail and includes a reinforcement structure having a first portion and a second portion opposite the first portion. The third rail is movably connected to the second rail. When the slide rail assembly is in a fully pulled out position, each of the second and third rails is at an extended position with respect to the first rail, the second rail is located between the first and third rails, and the first and second portions of the reinforcement structure correspond in position to the third and first rails respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: KEN-CHING CHEN, SHUN-HO YANG, CHIEN-LI HUANG, CHUN-CHIANG WANG
  • Publication number: 20160235197
    Abstract: A tray support rack has a top member, a bottom member, a first frame that extends from the top member to the bottom member on a first side of the tray support rack, and a second frame that extends from the top member to the bottom member on a second side of the tray support rack. The first frame includes a first set of parallel rails, with each parallel rail of the set being spaced apart from another parallel rail to define a first guide space therebetween, and a first bottom support rail spaced apart from the first set of parallel rails. The second frame includes a second set of parallel rails, with each parallel rail of the set being spaced apart from another parallel rail to define a second guide space therebetween, and a second bottom support rail spaced apart from the second set of parallel rails.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: André F. Kabacinski, Michael A. Merritt, Douglas J. Kaminski
  • Publication number: 20160235198
    Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes first and second rails, a running carriage, a correction mechanism, and an actuator. The running carriage is slidably mounted on the first rail, carries the second rail, and, when the second rail is longitudinally displaced relative to the first rail, is differentially moved relative to the second rail. The correction mechanism is mounted on the first rail and includes an action member and a pushing member movably connected to the action member. The actuator is connected to the second rail. Should a differential movement error of the running carriage occur, the actuator drives the action member while the second rail is being extended, thereby displacing the pushing member, and hence the running carriage, so as to correct the error.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: HSIU-CHIANG LIANG, KEN-CHING CHEN, CHUN-CHIANG WANG
  • Publication number: 20160235199
    Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes first and second rails, a running carriage, and a pushing member. The second rail can be longitudinally displaced relative to the first rail. The running carriage is slidably mounted to the first rail, carries the second rail, and can be moved together with the second rail in a differential manner with respect to the second rail. The pushing member is movably connected to the first rail and displaceable between a horizontal position and an inclined position. Should an error occur in differential movement of the running carriage, the pushing member is able to be driven by a portion of the second rail to displace from the horizontal position to the inclined position and hence displace the running carriage to correct the error.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: HSIU-CHIANG LIANG, KEN-CHING CHEN, CHUN-CHIANG WANG
  • Publication number: 20160235200
    Abstract: An apparatus for adjusting a height adjustable leg for supporting a cabinet, appliance or structure is described. The apparatus includes a coupling (10) comprising a driven member or feature (13). The coupling forms part of a height adjustable leg. The apparatus also includes a tool (50) comprising a driving member (51) and a torque input (52) for applying torque to the driving member. The tool and the coupling are complementarily adapted to releasably maintain engagement between the driving member and the driven member or feature to allow the driving member to drive the driven member or feature to rotate the coupling about a longitudinal axis of the leg for height adjustment of the leg. The driving member and the driven member are gears that releasably mesh together when the tool is engaged with the coupling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicant: Designerscope Limited
    Inventor: Wim Jan DE BRUIN
  • Publication number: 20160235201
    Abstract: A novel interchangeable facing for cabinetry having a primary side located opposite a secondary side. The primary side of the facing is configured to have an image, a pattern, texture, or at least one color. The facing is configured to attach to a surface of the cabinet door with an attaching element. The cabinet door can have at least one recess configured to receive an attaching element. A primary portion of at least one attaching element is connected to a surface of the cabinet door. A secondary portion of at least one attaching element is connected to the secondary side of the interchangeable facing. The primary portion of at least one attaching element is configured to connect to the secondary portion of at least one attaching element, thereby, securing the interchangeable facing to the cabinet door. The cabinet door can have a concealed push to open latch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Anneli Sööt
  • Publication number: 20160235202
    Abstract: A protection device (1) or protecting a rack system against impact, comprising an outer shell (2) which is configured to be fitted on an upright column of a rack system, and an inner element (3) which is provided in the outer shell (2) and is made of a flexible material and which, in use, is arranged against or adjacent to a part of the column, in which the inner element (3) is hingeably connected to the inner periphery of the outer shell (2) by its longitudinal ends (6), so that the inner element (3) bends in the direction of the outer shell (2) upon impact so that this outer shell (2) is clamped more securely to the column onto which this outer shell (2) is fitted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Xavier RAMON
  • Publication number: 20160235203
    Abstract: A seating furniture product, with a support surface unit which forms a seat part and a backrest connected directly to the seat part, and with a frame, wherein the seat part is connected to the frame by means of a swivel joint allowing a rotation about a swivel axis aligned transversely to the seating furniture product and the backrest is connected to the frame by a fastening point, is characterised in that the distance between the fastening point and the swivel joint can be changed in terms of the vertical direction of the seating furniture product, such that changing this distance is accompanied by a change in the inclination alignment of the seat part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Andreas Rechtien, Detlef Trutwig, Carsten Gehner
  • Publication number: 20160235204
    Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for a sofa seat cushion comprising a cushion core including a multiplicity of pocketed springs enclosed within an upholstery foam envelope. The pocketed springs are positioned side by side in a spring layer arrangement and are independently operable. A memory foam layer positioned above the upholstery foam envelope comprises a material capable of molding to a person's body sitting on the sofa seat cushion and then quickly returning to an original shape once the person leaves the sofa seat cushion. The memory foam layer comprises a gel-infused visco-elastic memory foam with a polyethylene terephthalate layer positioned there above. Directly below the upholstery foam envelope is an upholstery-grade polyurethane foam layer with a polyethylene terephthalate layer positioned directly thereunder. An exterior upholstery surrounding the cushion core provides a plush seating surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: David Wayne Andreotti
  • Publication number: 20160235205
    Abstract: A mechanism for an office chair is structurally particularly simple and consequently comparatively inexpensive, but nevertheless extremely variable. Both the seat support and the backrest support are articulated by way of a common pivot axis. The seat support is connected in an articulated manner to the base support by way of at least one pivot bolt and is pivotable relative to the base support. The backrest support is connected in an articulated manner to the base support by way of the at least one pivot bolt and is pivotable relative to the base support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicant: BOCK 1 GMBH & CO. KG
    Inventors: MARTIN BALLENDAT, HERMANN BOCK
  • Publication number: 20160235206
    Abstract: A chair with a tilting seat, comprising a monocoque structure including a seat and a backrest formed as a single piece of injection-molded plastic material, wherein the monocoque structure comprises at least one bellows-shaped deformable transverse band formed as one piece in the backrest, so as to divide the backrest into a lower backrest portion fixed relative to the seat and an upper backrest portion movable relative to the lower backrest portion between a rest position and a tilted position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Alessandro PIRETTI
  • Publication number: 20160235207
    Abstract: The invention relates to an actuator assembly for an adjustable seating or lying furniture item, in particular for an adjustable bed or an adjustable comfortable armchair, comprising a spindle that can be activated by means of a drive for causing axial rotation, which is mounted in a stationary manner. The actuator assembly also comprises a sliding block mechanically coupled with the spindle, the sliding block can be moved parallel in relation to a longitudinal axis of the spindle when said spindle is activated. The actuator assembly also comprises a coupling element mounted in a manner allowing it to be moved in relation to the spindle with a first slotted guide, in which the sliding block is at least partially guided in such a way that the coupling element is shifted when the spindle is activated, in order to move a segment of the adjustable seating or lying furniture item that can be mechanically coupled with the coupling element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Walter KOCH, Daniel KOLLREIDER, Haymo NIEDERKOFLER
  • Publication number: 20160235208
    Abstract: A slatted base having a frame and a measuring device for detecting the deformation of a lying surface under the load of a person lying thereon, wherein the deformation is carried out by detecting the vertical deflection of slats, which are held on both sides in a slatted base with their free ends in a mounting body, on which the displaceable end of a vertically oriented lifting drive engages, which is supported with respect to a bottom-side base frame, wherein the mutual horizontal distances between the slats is adjustable and fixable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Martin KRAEUTLE
  • Publication number: 20160235209
    Abstract: A collapsible bed for selectively and alternatively being configured in an erected state and a collapsed state, and including a foldable top panel configured to fold along a first axis, and a base assembly configured to be coupled to the foldable top panel, the base assembly including a first side panel, a second side panel, and a front panel, wherein, when the collapsible bed is in the erected state, the first side panel is laterally spaced from the second side panel, wherein the first and second side panels are configured to be pivotally coupled to the foldable top panel along respective second and third axes substantially parallel to the first axis, and wherein the front panel is configured to be pivotally coupled to the first side panel about a fourth axis, the fourth axis being substantially orthogonal to the first axis when the collapsible bed in in the erected state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Nidya Cervantes, Joel Cervantes
  • Publication number: 20160235210
    Abstract: One embodiment of a climate management topper includes a flowpath boundary which defines a flowpath adapted to carry a stream of fluid in a principal direction. A flow compliant filler occupies at least part of the flowpath. The filler is comprised of a spacer and a set of shape change actuators (SCA's) each comprised of a shape change material (SCM). The properties of the SCM include a critical temperature T0. The SCA's are configured to regulate distribution of the fluid stream through the flowpath in a direction transverse to the principal direction as a function of temperature. In one example the flowpath boundary is formed by liner panels and the SCA's are linear elements that elongate at a temperature TH which is higher than T0 thereby distending the spacer and reducing its resistance to fluid flow. One suitable shape change material is a nickel/titanium alloy known as NiTiNOL.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Charles A. Lachenbruch, David L. Ribble, Sandy M. Richards, Laetitia Gazagnes
  • Publication number: 20160235211
    Abstract: A non-toxic mattress and method of constructing the mattress having a reduced toxicity has an outer layer of a material selected from the group comprising polyethylene and polylactic acid film. Also, a mattress cover for covering the outer layer of the mattress can also be constructed from a material selected from the same group of materials. The polyethylene and polylactic acid films are non-toxic materials which reduce adverse human allergenic reactions or exposure to potentially harmful chemicals used in the mattress construction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Barry Cik
  • Publication number: 20160235212
    Abstract: A comfort layer for a bedding or seating product has slow-acting pockets characterized by the individual springs of the comfort layer being pocketed with either semi-impermeable or non-permeable fabric. Each seam joining opposed plies of fabric around each of the coil springs of the comfort layer may be segmented, allowing air to flow between the segments, thereby increasing the luxury “feel” of the comfort layer. The method of making the comfort layer includes compressing the springs and creating pockets with a welding horn and an anvil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Richard A. Krtek, Austin G. Long, Eric Rhea, Darrell A. Richmond
  • Publication number: 20160235213
    Abstract: A comfort layer for a bedding or seating product has slow-acting pockets characterized by the individual springs of the comfort layer being pocketed with either semi-impermeable or impermeable fabric. Each seam joining opposed plies of fabric around each of the coil springs of the comfort layer may be segmented, allowing air to flow between the segments, thereby increasing the luxury “feel” of the comfort layer. The method of making the comfort layer includes compressing the springs and creating pockets with a welding horn and an anvil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Austin G. Long
  • Publication number: 20160235214
    Abstract: A therapeutic mattress includes a foundation layer formed of a supportive material, and a dynamic layer disposed above the foundation layer. The dynamic layer includes a plurality of powered, separately inflatable sections, the separately inflatable sections comprising a left section, a right section, and a lower section. The mattress may be part of a mattress system that also includes a power source and an inflation control unit that includes a plurality of controls configured to control inflation operation of the inflatable sections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: DeNesha Manning
  • Publication number: 20160235215
    Abstract: Fire resistant mattresses, fire resistant mattress cover materials and related methods are provided. The fire resistant mattress cover material for use as an outer layer on a mattress can include a three-dimensional knit fabric. In some embodiments, the three-dimensional knit fabric can include a first layer comprising fire resistant corespun yarns, which can be glass reinforced continuous multifilament micro denier yarns, that form a fire resistant barrier when exposed to at least one of heat or flame and a second layer comprising polymer filament yarns. The three-dimensional knit fabric can also include a middle layer between the first layer and the second layer. The middle layer can include monofilament polymer yarns knitted to provide structural support and space between the first layer and the second layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicant: Trafalgar Associates, LLC
    Inventor: Vernon J. LOWE
  • Publication number: 20160235216
    Abstract: The Armapillow is a continuous section of material having a first, second, third, and tail section. Each section is separated by a foldable seam. The first and second sections are folded over onto each other to form a pillow cavity and an arm cavity. Armapillow can be used as a pillow and mat for a child by placing the child's head on the pillow and body on the tail section. A caretaker can pass their arm through the arm cavity to provide support and control of the child. In certain embodiments, the tail section is used to provide a privacy screen when the child is nursing in public. Tail section may be used as a blanket. Arm cavity has thumb straps for a caretaker's fingers to provide enhanced control and stability while holding a child. Fastening devices hold Armapillow closed when folded or in place when being used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Eric Einhorn, Doriana Einhorn
  • Publication number: 20160235217
    Abstract: A sensor for a merchandise display security system for displaying and protecting an article of merchandise is provided. The security system includes a merchandise bracket configured to be secured to the article of merchandise and a sensor configured to releasably engage the merchandise bracket and to detect unauthorized removal of the merchandise bracket or the sensor from the article of merchandise. The sensor is configured to be releasably engaged with the merchandise bracket such that the sensor is removable from the merchandise bracket while the merchandise bracket remains secured to the article of merchandise.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Michael R. Johnston, Robert Schultz, David N. Berglund, Robert O. Hartweg
  • Publication number: 20160235218
    Abstract: A food display cabinet having a plurality of food display zones, wherein each food display zone including a heat exchange element and is configurable to be held at the same or different temperatures, the food display cabinet having a control logic to control the temperature of each of the food display zones, the control logic configured to: receive an indicia of an item to be placed in a first food display zone, and the time in which the item is placed in the zone; identify a temperature and power profile associated with the item; vary the temperature of the first food display zone, using the heat exchange element, so that the first food display zone is at the identified temperature at the time the item is placed in the first food display zone.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Alan Nuttall, Michael James Steele
  • Publication number: 20160235219
    Abstract: A fogger display unit can include a first deflector having an outer surface and an inner surface. The first deflector can have any shape forming a cavity, for example a hemispherical dome shape. The first deflector is positioned above a display case that includes one or more display decks on which consumer products are displayed. A fogger generates a fog that is exhausted towards the inner surface of the first deflector. The first deflector deflects the fog flow downward across the consumer products on the display deck. The fogger display unit can include a second deflector having an outer surface and an inner surface. The inner surface of the second deflector is proximate the outer surface of the first deflector forming a channel therebetween. Air, forced through the channel by an air handler, flows downward as an air curtain about the periphery of the display case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: James Alan AAMODT, John William MAYER
  • Publication number: 20160235220
    Abstract: The invention comprises a rod-like jewelry organizer, holder and/or display device closed at each end which can be opened and closed. The invention will provide for convenient storage and retrieval of a large number of continuous items of jewelry such as bracelets, bangles, watches, necklaces, rings and the like. The rod-like storage device is comprised of two paired rods with an opening there between. The paired rods are provided with an opening and closing means so that items can easily be slipped onto the rod once it has been opened and maintained on the storage rod when the rod is closed. In one embodiment of the device a paired storage rod in two portions is mounted on an elongated strip. In another embodiment of the invention multiple, paired storage rods are provided on a frame which can be mounted on the back of a closet door.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Tsigie Abebe
  • Publication number: 20160235221
    Abstract: Disclosed is a spectacle frame presentation device for presenting spectacle frames in a predetermined number of presentation positions in a presentation environment, such as in a shop or at a fair. The device is suitable for an attractive presentation and easy removability of the spectacle frame. The device includes a column body wherein the column body has an elongate form and in a position of use has a relatively narrow front aspect relative to a relatively wide side aspect; and a predetermined number of recesses, such as cut-away portions, for forming respective presentation positions therein. The recesses are preferably formed as side portions cut out of the column body. The column body is a uni-body, preferably formed by means of manufacturing processes for forming an internal space. Also disclosed is a lock-in assembly and a method for manufacturing the spectacle frame presentation device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Omar Tegel
  • Publication number: 20160235222
    Abstract: An adjustable food shield includes a pair of support columns, a pair of rotation and detent mechanisms, a top shelf resting on and attached to the top ends of the support columns, a pair of rotation arms. One of the rotation arms is coupled respectively to each of the rotation and detent mechanisms, such that the rotation arms are rotatable about an axis generally parallel with a lengthwise dimension of the adjustable food shield. The rotation and detent mechanisms provide detents at a number of angular positions of the rotation arms. The adjustable food shield further comprises a shield panel fixed to the rotation arms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Scott Atkins, Andrew Padden
  • Publication number: 20160235223
    Abstract: A frame for displaying items such as photographs, drawings, paintings, or documents, as well as a method of displaying such items, is provided. A substantially flat panel has a plurality of holes extending through the panel. A line, such as a string or rope, extends through each of the holes alternately through the front side of the panel and through the back side of the panel. The line is pulled taut to substantially remove slack in the line so that the line runs along the front surface of the panel between pairs of holes. The line is configured to cover corners or edges of a display item, thereby holding the display item securely in place within the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicant: ELIZABETH ANN'S, LLC
    Inventor: Billy Ray Cornelson
  • Publication number: 20160235224
    Abstract: Present invention discloses a heavy-duty plastic hanger that has both dual-hooks and hook-above-nail arrangements, and offers a 50 lb. or 70 lb. weight load capacity with two or three 3d penny size finish nails anchoring the hanger onto drywall at 15 degree incline angle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: UE-MING YANG
  • Publication number: 20160235225
    Abstract: A portable work surface is convertible between mat and bag configurations, and includes a body with a central portion and a surrounding peripheral portion, with a cord threaded at least part way around the peripheral portion. The central and peripheral portions are configurable to define a substantially planar mat configuration. The cord is operable to fold the peripheral portion about the central portion to define a bag configuration where the central portion defines a bag base and the peripheral portion defines a bag wall. The peripheral portion comprises rigid members spanning the distance of the bag wall substantially between the central portion and the cord. In an embodiment, a cover may be hingedly connected to the body, foldable to straddle the peripheral portion in the bag configuration, and configurable to protrude proud of the planar mat configuration of the central portion and the peripheral portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Axel Lehovetzki, Thomas Vallette, Norbert Feraud
  • Publication number: 20160235226
    Abstract: A family cushion for displaying a photograph is provided. The family cushion comprises a pillow casing having a top wall and a bottom wall with the top wall secured to the bottom wall along a peripheral edge of the top wall and the bottom wall. An amount of stuffing material is sandwiched between the top wall and the bottom wall. A first photograph is imprinted on the top wall of the pillow casing. The imprinted pillow casing provides a striking and unique means of decorating a space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Epifanio Gonzalez, David Balbin
  • Publication number: 20160235227
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a beverage serving device such as a carafe which includes structures and methods of operation for preventing dripping of beverage from the pouring spout after dispensing as well as improve control of liquid flow during dispensing and the structure and function of an extension portion of the cover or lid carried on the carafe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Fred CABLE, Todd ANHALT
  • Publication number: 20160235228
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a weaning clip and, more particularly, to a weaning clip which can be used not only by infants or handicapped people, but also by people from all walks of life, which is mounted on a bottle containing mineral water or any other type of drink instead of a cap and enables the user to drink the content inside the bottle with their mouth contacting the bottle or to take in the content using a straw, and which comprises an adapter that can be mounted regardless of the diameter of the bottle entrance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Joon Hyuk CHOI
  • Publication number: 20160235229
    Abstract: A drinking container including a drinking vessel having an interior and vessel neck with a vessel opening, a drinking lid which has a bottom wall, at least one through-channel with an opening to the interior and an opening to the surroundings, a valve seat and holding devices for releasably holding the drinking lid on the drinking vessel, a valve element that is held on the valve seat and consists of soft elastic material and has a plate-shaped main body that blocks the through-channel, the main body having a passage which is open when the main body is in an undeformed state, and a clamping device with at least one clamping surface that is perpendicular to the plate-shaped main body and exerts a clamping force on the outer edge of the plate-shaped main body which closes the passage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicant: MAPA Gmbh
    Inventor: Jürgen Löhn
  • Publication number: 20160235230
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for a platform adapted to fit atop a first drinking container and provide a stable surface for securely supporting a second drinking container stacked atop the first. In one exemplary embodiment the platform is a flat circular plate bounded at a perimeter edge by a first cylindrical wall on one side of the plate and a second cylindrical wall on the other side of the plate. The cylindrical walls may each include a cut-out to provide clearance for a handle on one of the drinking containers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Heidi R. Farmer, Samuel J. Farmer
  • Publication number: 20160235231
    Abstract: A clothes stand may include a main body that has a first base, a second base, and a horizontal bar connecting the first and second bases. A first connecting base is formed at a central bottom portion of the first base and the second base has a corresponding second connecting base. The second connecting base is secured at a bottom portion of the second base through two long slots and two knobs, so the second base can move along the slot. The first connecting base has a connecting rib with a corresponding first connecting rod, while the second connecting base has a second connecting rib with a second connecting rod to secure the first base and second base to two ends of the horizontal bar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Applicant: CHYI CHENG CO.,LTD
    Inventor: Kuo-Ping Lai
  • Publication number: 20160235232
    Abstract: A hanger carrying device comprises a handle attached to a hanger securing mechanism by a connecting mechanism wherein the handle is configured to have a four-finger conforming configuration. The hanger securing mechanism includes two hinged bar members with a locking mechanism and is configured to lock each hanger in a relative fixed position. A hanger carrying device comprises a handle attached to a hanger hub. The hanger hub includes a first part having a bar member for supporting a plurality of hangers and a second part having an inner lip. The inner lip is configured to engage the bar member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Nikhil GOYAL
  • Publication number: 20160235233
    Abstract: The disclosed subject matter is directed to a composite garment hanger. The hanger includes a hanger body and a rotatable hook component, the rotatable hook component being integrally formed by injection molding with the hanger body in a movable relationship therewith, where at least a portion of the hanger body overlaps with the rotatable hook, the hanger being formed from a composite material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Nir APELBAUM, Efraim HAIMOFF
  • Publication number: 20160235234
    Abstract: An improved laminated mat is disclosed and includes a plurality of layers and end caps. The plurality of layers may be formed of wood, synthetic materials, wood, metal, or a combination of such materials. The end caps may form longitudinal edges of the laminated mats, and may have an outer region having a thickness equal to a total thickness of the plurality of layers. The outer region of the end caps may provide improved performance of the laminated by reducing wear and tear of the laminated mat. In an additional aspect, the laminated may include attachment means recessed within the plurality of layers, and may include a cover plate that overlies the attachment means and is flush with a top surface of the laminated mat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Orain Tubbs
  • Publication number: 20160235235
    Abstract: Multipurpose mats and hooks are described. An embodiment of a multipurpose mat comprises a mat body that defines a first side, a second side, a third side, a fourth side, a first surface, a second surface, a first set of projections, and a second set of projections. The wall extends from the first surface and away from the second surface a first distance. Each projection of the first set of projections extends from the first surface and away from the second surface a second distance. Each projection of the second set of projections extends from the first surface and away from the second surface a third distance that is less than the first distance and the second distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Tom BURDEN
  • Publication number: 20160235236
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a controller determines a particular compartment of a smart postal box in which a package is to be delivered. The controller associates the particular compartment with an authorized entity. The controller provides the authorized entity access to the particular compartment by aligning rolling doors of the smart postal box with the particular compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Charles Calvin Byers, Gonzalo Salgueiro, Aparna Vellala, Salini Kumar Bogadapati, Jagadish Chandra Prasad Mynampati
  • Publication number: 20160235237
    Abstract: A magnetic curtain and a sliding panel formed therefrom are revealed. A magnetic curtain includes an upper portion, a lower portion, a plurality of a plurality of middle portions arranged between the upper portion and the lower portion, and a plurality of magnetic parts disposed on an interface between two adjacent portions of the magnetic curtain. While the magnetic curtain is retracted, the two adjacent middle portions are folded in half in turn to form a curved part respectively. The two adjacent curved parts are away from each other so as to prevent protrusion and extension caused by overlapping of the curved parts. Thus the magnetic curtain has more applications and higher use efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Chen-Ho CHU
  • Publication number: 20160235238
    Abstract: Disclosed is curtain glider (3) for detachably fastening and for moving a curtain or net curtain in a curtain rail, the curtain glider having a head portion (1) which can be guided on a track of the curtain rail, wherein the head portion has two upwardly tapered wing portions (4A, 4B) which are elastically compressible in such a way, that the head portion (1) can be inserted from below into the longitudinal slot of a curtain rail, wherein the wing portions (4A, 4B) extend from the head portion (1) on both sides of the longitudinal axis (6) of the curtain glider (3), wherein the wing portions (4A, 4B) are connected exclusively laterally and each to a side web (2) of the head portion (1).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Raimund WALBACH
  • Publication number: 20160235239
    Abstract: The present invention is a portable fully automatic cooking system which can automatically prepare food items as per the user's demand ‘by using recipes files, data and cooking centric algorithm software stored in user interface device or by downloading the needed recipe from remote server. This machine unit of system can be controlled by any kind of computation device, laptop, tablet, computer, smart phone etc for cooking, recording, managing which satisfies hardware and software requirement standards of system which user can control and command through physical presence or from remote location. Machine unit stores various ingredients inside it and demands for chief ingredients and cooks recipes in accordance with recipe using custom developed artificial intelligence. The scalability and flexibility of machine design, structure, components and positioning makes automated cooking possible, efficient and most practical.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2014
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventor: Bhagirath Ghanshyambhai PATADIA