Patents Issued in November 10, 2016
  • Publication number: 20160324310
    Abstract: A multipurpose protective and support device for a flat panel electronic equipment includes a protective cover (1) and two strip-shaped slide rails (2)/slide shafts (3) respectively fixed at a left side and a right side of the flat panel electronic equipment. The protective cover includes a main panel (10), two side plates (11) are respectively located at a left side and a right side of the main panel. Two side shafts (3)/two strip-shaped slide grooves (4) are respectively located at an inner side of one end of the side plates, the side shafts (3) are respectively inserted into the strip-shaped slide rails (2) or the strip-shaped slide groove (4), the slide shafts (3) on the protective cover or the flat panel electronic equipment are able to respectively rotate or slide within the strip-shaped slide rails (2) or the strip-shaped slide grooves (4).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2014
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: You Li
  • Publication number: 20160324311
    Abstract: Devices are provided that can be positioned on a user's lap and, when so positioned, provide a stable, comfortable surface to support a pet. The devices include a resilient body configured to be positioned around the user's thighs and having a central supporting surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Brent R. Chapman, Jennifer M. Chapman
  • Publication number: 20160324312
    Abstract: A wardrobe hanging system. The present system is adapted to store clothes in a compact, yet easily accessible manner. Various embodiments of the present invention utilize a bi-directional sliding rail system, a unidirectional sliding rail system, pivotable arms, and a rotatable attachment mechanism. Furthermore, the present system includes various embodiments of hangers adapted to store multiple different types of articles of clothing in a compact manner are also provided herewith. The hangers include hooks of various configurations and lengths, indicators adapted to indicate if the hanger has available space for hanging articles of clothing thereon, and adjustable shoulder supports. The hangers are adapted to engage with the embodiments of the rail system in a secure, yet removable manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Afzaal Mustafa
  • Publication number: 20160324313
    Abstract: A multi-directional apparel rack for transport and storage of a plurality of garments in a confined space. The use of catenaries to support hangers allows garments to be easily spaced and compressed to allow selection without damaging neighboring garments. A large quantity of garments is visible from multiple sides so garments may be categorized. The catenaries are optionally removable so that multiple garments can be moved from a transport rack to a display rack, or between display racks quickly and easily as a group, rather than individually.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Lawrence Edward Smith
  • Publication number: 20160324314
    Abstract: Devices and methods for controlled dispensation are described herein where such an assembly may generally comprise an index plate having one or more protrusions extending from a surface of the plate, a first actuator configured to translate the plate in a first direction, and a second actuator configured to translate the plate in a second direction different from the first direction. The one or more protrusions may define one or more rows which are arranged upon the plate in a collinear arrangement and may further define one or more columns which are arranged upon the plate at an angle relative to a proximal or distal edge of the plate such that each protrusion is off-set relative to an adjacent protrusion along the column.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Applicant: Cubex LLC
    Inventors: John A. DUVAL, Clifford D. BENNETT, Dmitry SOYFERTIS
  • Publication number: 20160324315
    Abstract: A collapsible equipment cleaning and drying rack configured to support equipment during the cleaning and drying process is provided. In particular, the collapsible equipment cleaning and drying rack is configured to provide stability and maintain equipment arrangement while withstanding forces of water spray from a hose or power washer during the cleaning process. The collapsible equipment cleaning and drying rack generally comprises a frame support assembly operable between an open freestanding position and a collapsed position, and a pivotal equipment support assembly pivotally attached to the frame assembly along a transverse axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Enos Weaver
  • Publication number: 20160324316
    Abstract: A table may be sized and configured to nest with an adjacent table to reduce a height of a plurality of stacked tables in a nested configuration. The tabletop may include an upper surface, a sidewall and a receiving portion at least partially disposed in the upper surface and the sidewall. The receiving portion may be sized and configured to receive an engaging portion of an adjacent table when the tables are disposed in a nested configuration. The tabletop may also include a plurality of strengthen members disposed in the lower portion of the tabletop that are sized and configured to support the receiving portion. For example, the strengthening members may include an inner surface sized and configured to support an inner surface of the receiving portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: WENDELL PEERY
  • Publication number: 20160324317
    Abstract: A bracket device is adapted for mounting an object arranged on a slide rail assembly to a post of a rack. The bracket device includes a bracket and an engagement member. The bracket is connected to the slide rail assembly and has a longitudinal wall and an end wall substantially perpendicularly connected to the longitudinal wall. The end wall is mounted to the post of the rack by at least one mounting member. The engagement member is arranged on the bracket and releasably engaged with a portion of the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Ken-Ching Chen, Shun-Ho Yang, Kai-Wen You, Chun-Chiang Wang
  • Publication number: 20160324318
    Abstract: In a guide device for guiding a furniture part, in particular a drawer, an extractable or the like, which can be moved relative to a furniture body, having at least one guide unit which comprises a body rail which can be fastened on the furniture body, a central rail mounted displaceable relative to the body rail by a lower rail guide, and an extraction rail mounted displaceable relative to the central rail by an upper rail guide and is connectable to an extractable, lower rail support for supporting the central rail on the body rail being provided in addition to the lower rail guide, and upper rail support for supporting the extraction rail on the central rail being provided in addition to the upper rail guide, the lower rail support and the upper rail support are actively connected to one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Peter LANGGUTH, Günter GRABHER
  • Publication number: 20160324319
    Abstract: A two-part shelf extension kit for expanding the depth of existing wire shelving.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Norman Davis
  • Publication number: 20160324320
    Abstract: A chair assembly includes a back support arrangement that includes a back frame member and a forwardly-facing surface configured to support a user, a four-bar linkage assembly including a first linkage member, a second linkage member, a third linkage member and a fourth linkage member each pivotably coupled to one another such that the four-bar linkage assembly includes an upper end that is adjustable between raised and lowered positions, and an arm rest assembly supported on the upper end of the four-bar linkage assembly, wherein a lower end of the four-bar linkage assembly is pivotably supported from an arm support structure for pivotable movement such that the upper end of the four-bar linkage assembly is movable between a first position and second position located laterally outward from the first position, and wherein the fifth pivot point is located forwardly of the back frame member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Applicant: Steelcase Inc.
    Inventors: Robert J. Battey, Richard Roslund, JR., Nathan McCaughan, Pradeep Mydur
  • Publication number: 20160324321
    Abstract: A furniture assembly adapted to support a human in a seated position, including a novel core sub-assembly at least partially covered with a protectant, wherein the novel core sub-assembly comprises a seat member, a base member, a left side, a right side, a front side, a back side, an optional back support member, an optional left arm, and an optional right arm, wherein the novel core sub-assembly preferably comprises polystyrene and is optionally associated with a polyurea coating and/or a slipcover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Daniel C. George, II, Matthew Jung, Jean Joseph
  • Publication number: 20160324322
    Abstract: A folding chair has a carrying strap attached across the chair from a top brace to a rear leg of the chair. The carrying strap may pass across the chair's center of gravity. Alternatively, the carrying strap may be offset from the chair's center of gravity and may have an upper end made sufficiently broad so as to resist a swinging force imparted by the offset. Duplicate carrying straps may be provided to enable carrying the chair like a backpack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Applicant: GCI Outdoor, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel R. Grace
  • Publication number: 20160324323
    Abstract: Embodiments relate generally to a Beach Back cushion operable to attach to the lower back portion of a beach chair comprising a water resistant exterior cover; a rectangular memory foam interior material; and two straps attached to opposite sides of the Beach Back cushion, the straps operable to attach the Beach Back cushion to a beach chair, wherein the Beach Back cushion is at least 3 inches in depth when uncompressed and at least 1.5 inches in depth when compressed; the Beach Back cushion comprises a width of approximately 16 inches; the Beach Back cushion comprises a height of approximately 8 inches; the straps comprises a first strap and a second strap operable to attach to one another via clips; and at least one clip is operable to slide along at least one strap to adjust the total length of the attached straps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Roderic R. Jahner, Robert F. Weber
  • Publication number: 20160324324
    Abstract: A flexible canopy shade cover is a portable shade device that can be used in a wide range of functional applications. One version is for frame supported structures and a second version is for surface areas. In each version, a flexible flat fabric panel is designed to optimize shade area and provide maximum sun protection. The flexible flat fabric panel is made of a shade enhanced material that is flexible, light-weight, durable and UV50+ coated. The panel encloses a resilient spring steel frame that provides structural flexibility and support when the par el is in its various configurations. For frame supported structures, the flexible flat fabric panel employs grommets mounted on each side that serves as pivot attachment interface. Spring loaded clips attach the panel to various frame members. The jaws of the clips clamp the grommets, the steel spring frame and the panel ends to a frame member, thereby attaching the flexible flat fabric panel to a frame structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Elke Wilkerson Altonen
  • Publication number: 20160324325
    Abstract: A portable buttock and foot support device supports a user's buttocks and feet in a location where a conventional seat is not available. The device includes a base having a bottom surface, a top surface, and a perimeter edge extending around and between the top surface and the bottom surface. A buttock support is pivotally coupled to the base. The buttock support is positionable to extend upwardly relative to the top surface of the base. A foot support is pivotally coupled to the base. The foot support is positionable to extend upwardly relative to the top surface of the base. The foot support is positioned in spaced relationship to the buttock support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Derek Joyal
  • Publication number: 20160324326
    Abstract: A foldable wall bed including a housing frame, a bed frame, and a casing. The housing frame is configured to be secured to a structure and defines a storage space. The bed frame is configured to support a mattress. The bed frame presents a proximal end that is pivotally secured to the housing frame. The bed frame is pivotable about an axis between a storage position and an in-use position. The casing substantially encloses the housing frame and the bed frame to define an outermost circumambient surface of the bed when the bed is arranged in the storage position or the in-use position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Chris McCoy
  • Publication number: 20160324327
    Abstract: A bed frame has: a left side component that includes an elongated left side rail and an extending segment at each end; and a right side component that includes an elongated right side rail and an extending segment at each end. Each such extending segment is pivotally attached to the corresponding elongated right side rail and is capable of being pivoted from substantially parallel it to substantially perpendicular it. Each of the elongated left side rail and the elongated right side rail includes two main sections that are pivotally attached to a shorter center member. At each end, the extending segments of the left side component and the right side component detachably couple to each other, forming lateral components of a bed frame assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Jason Harrow
  • Publication number: 20160324328
    Abstract: A liquid absorbent support cushion for a user is disclosed comprising a first member having first and second surfaces, the first member constructed of a first material in which the first member is substantially liquid permeable and the first material is substantially liquid impervious. The cushion includes a second member having first and second surfaces, the second member constructed of a second material in which the second member is substantially liquid permeable and the second material is substantially liquid impervious. The cushion also includes a third member, the third member is liquid absorbent; and wherein the second member is positioned between the first and third members and wherein the first, second and third members are constructed such that liquid passing through the first and second members is absorbed by the third member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Calvin Gerrit Tabor, E. Scott Davis
  • Publication number: 20160324329
    Abstract: A system and method to reduce declivities in a mattress utilizing a container having at least a top layer and a flexible bottom layer, and defining at least one chamber between the top layer and the bottom layer. The system further includes a fill material disposed within the at least one chamber and capable of being moved within the chamber by manipulation of the top layer. The fill material and the bottom layer therefore are capable of being moved by a human into declivities in the mattress to render the top layer more level.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Harry A. Costantino, III, James A. Stallman
  • Publication number: 20160324330
    Abstract: A conveniently foldable high chair comprises a joint assembly and a front bipod, a rear bipod, a backrest assembly and a dinner plate which are connected with the joint assembly respectively and are mutually rotatable. The joint assembly is provided with a first lock unit for locking the joint assembly to prevent the joint assembly from rotating. A collection belt assembly for driving the first lock unit to be unlocked is disposed on the front bipod and driven to unlock the first lock unit. The front bipod, the rear bipod, the backrest assembly and the dinner plate connected with the joint assembly are folded under the gravity thereof, so that the objective of folding and collection in one second can be achieved. Moreover, after the front bipod, the rear bipod, the backrest assembly and the dinner plate are folded through the joint assembly, the volume is very small.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Jiahong XU
  • Publication number: 20160324331
    Abstract: A diaper changing apparatus that restrains an infant, child, or special need individual in a way that aids the caregiver's ability to manipulate his or her position and orientation to provide access to the diaper area during diaper changing activities. The apparatus allows the caregiver to easily lift the legs and buttocks, providing access to the underside of the infant, child, or special need individual for diaper changing activities. In some embodiments, adjustments to the height of the legs and buttocks and the separation of the legs may be made during a diaper change by moving a restraint of the apparatus in the direction of the desired adjustment. Some embodiments aid a caregiver by restraining the arms, chest, or torso to prevent the infant, child, or special needs individual from interfering with the diaper change, but without immobilizing him so much that the caregiver cannot easily adjust his position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Aaron James Karavias
  • Publication number: 20160324332
    Abstract: A child receptacle cover for use with an apparatus defining a child receptacle, for example a child car seat of the type that has a carrying handle configured to be suspended over a child receptacle. The child receptacle cover comprises a flexible sheet which is sized least cover the child receptacle. A first portion of the flexible sheet may be formed of a flexible barrier panel. A second portion of the flexible sheet may be formed of at least one flexible mesh panel. The at least one flexible mesh panel may be covered by at least one flexible barrier flap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Jennifer Jacobsen
  • Publication number: 20160324333
    Abstract: A dispenser configured to simultaneously dispenses a plurality of liquid retaining members from a plurality of different areas of the dispenser. Preferably, the liquid retaining members are drinking cups. Preferably, the dispenser is configured to simultaneously dispense a first stack of a plurality of drinking cups and a second stack of a plurality of drinking cups from corresponding ends of the dispensers. The dispenser includes a body having a first end and a second end. The first end has a first opening through which drinking cups in the first stack of a plurality of drinking cups can be individually dispensed one after the other. The second end has a second opening through which drinking cups in the second stack of drinking cups can be individually dispensed one after the other. Preferably, at least one biasing member biases the first stack of a plurality of drinking cups towards the first end of the body and biases the second stack of a plurality of drinking cups towards the second end of the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Philip A. Walton, Andrew Smith
  • Publication number: 20160324334
    Abstract: A merchandising system including a track and a pusher. The track defines a longitudinal axis and includes a plurality of tabs. Each tab of the plurality of tabs includes a width that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The pusher member is configured to slide longitudinally with respect to the track. The pusher member includes at least one leg configured to mechanically engage the track. The track includes a discontinuity to facilitate removal of the pusher member from the track. The discontinuity includes at least one other tab having a width less than a width of an adjacent tab of the plurality of tabs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Matthew Pichel
  • Publication number: 20160324335
    Abstract: A sliding door assembly for a refrigerated display case is provided. The sliding door assembly includes a door frame having a top frame segment and a plurality of sliding bearings that slide along channels within the top frame segment. A plurality of display case doors are coupled to the sliding bearings and configured to slide, along with the sliding bearings, between an open position and a closed position. The display case doors may be suspended from the sliding bearings. The sliding door assembly may include an automatic closure system coupled to the display case doors and configured to apply a closing force that automatically returns the display case doors to the closed position. One or more magnets may apply a magnetic damping force as the display case doors approach the closed position to facilitate a soft closure of the display case doors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Harvey Tsui, Matthew Walp
  • Publication number: 20160324336
    Abstract: A refrigerated merchandiser includes a refrigerated insulated cabinet having a front wall that is hingedly attached to the cabinet. The front wall is rotatable between a closed position covering a storage area in the cabinet and an open position permitting access to the storage area. An opening is provided in the front wall to permit merchandise to be removed from the storage area when the front wall is in the closed position. Adjusting the front wall to the open position permits pallets loaded with merchandise, including ice bags, to be loaded into the merchandiser with a wheeled lifting device such as a forklift or hand jack. The bottom wall of the merchandiser may be removable, such that the entire floor supporting the pallet may be removed and exchanged through the opened front wall. A roller may be provided on the front wall to help in adjusting the front wall between the open and closed positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Ryan MAASEN
  • Publication number: 20160324337
    Abstract: Provided is a refrigerator, which includes a refrigerating compartment, a freezing compartment, and a door assembly. The freezing compartment is adjacent to the refrigerating compartment. The door assembly selectively opens the refrigerating compartment and the freezing compartment. The door assembly includes a glass member defining a frontal exterior thereof and allowing an inside of the refrigerating compartment or the freezing compartment to be seen therethrough when the door assembly is closed, a deposition treated layer formed on a rear surface of the glass member to allow light to partially pass through the glass member, and a transparent plate spaced a predetermined distance from the glass member. Gas for insulation is injected in a space formed between the glass member and the transparent plate, and the space is sealed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Eun Joo LEE, Hang Bok LEE
  • Publication number: 20160324338
    Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure herein relate to systems and methods for heating, cooling, and/or displaying food. A food display system may include a base; a support engaged with the base; a canopy supported by the support, the canopy having a top surface, a bottom surface, and an edge surface between the top and bottom surfaces, the edge surface having at least a first portion and a second portion; and a light source configured to provide light to the first portion of the edge surface of the canopy and illuminate the second portion of the edge surface of the canopy. The canopy may be configured to be located above a food item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Francis Thomas Brija
  • Publication number: 20160324339
    Abstract: A commercial shelf product alignment device for facilitating neat and straight alignment of commercial products on a shelf in a market includes a handle having a first end and a second end. An elongated shaft is coupled to and extends from the handle. A bend is positioned in the shaft defining a first section and a second section of the shaft. The first section defines a right angle with the second section wherein the shaft is configured for aligning products on a commercial shelf by abutting the products against the first section of the shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: David Wagner
  • Publication number: 20160324340
    Abstract: A frame (2) for framing a picture/an artwork (4) having a periphery (8) is disclosed. The frame (2) comprises a contact surface (10) provided at the inside (12) of the frame, which frame (2) comprises an opening (14), through which the picture/artwork (4) is mountable. At least one flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) extends along at least a portion of the contact surface (10). The at least one flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) is provided in such a manner that the flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) is configured to securely maintain the picture/artwork (4) within the frame (2) by means of a compression force (F1) and/or a friction force (F2) between the at least one flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) and the periphery (8). The flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) is compressible. The flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) is attached to the frame (2) in such a manner that the flexible member (6, 6?, 6?, 6??) is restricted from being moved along the width (axis X) of the contact face (10).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Stig Vestergaard
  • Publication number: 20160324341
    Abstract: A frame assembly system is disclosed. In some examples, the frame assembly system comprises a plurality of joining pieces having a plurality of openings in each joining piece, each of the plurality of openings having a first cross-sectional shape and framing pieces having a second cross-sectional shape, different from the first cross-sectional shape, wherein the first cross-sectional shape can be formed by an arrangement of two or more of the framing pieces, a first one of the two or more framing pieces positioned approximately perpendicular to at least a second one of the two or more framing pieces in the arrangement. In some examples, four joining pieces form four corners of a rectangular frame, and at least eight framing pieces form four sides of the rectangular frame. In some examples, the first cross-sectional shape is a T shape and the second cross-sectional shape is rectangular. In some examples, the first cross-sectional shape is an L shape and the second cross-sectional shape is rectangular.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Lokendra KUMAR
  • Publication number: 20160324342
    Abstract: A fitted blanket fits over the mattress and secures underneath to prevent the blanket from moving off the user while sleeping in bed. The blanket can include an elastic material on at least the underside corner edges thereof to help secure the blanket to the mattress. The fitted blanket includes an opening to allow for easy entry and exit, rather than having to untuck the blanket. The opening may also provide an easy way to make the bed. The opening may simply be designed like a cut in the blanket and may or may not include closing mechanisms. The fitted nature of the blanket prevents blanket slippage or movement. The blanket may further include a cut-out region or an opening along at least a portion of the head end for pillow placement. The blanket can also include glow-in-the-dark elements or illuminated elements to light up the blanket at night.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Amer Habib Khan
  • Publication number: 20160324343
    Abstract: An article of manufacture includes an outer member with a first and second fabric layers being permanently or releasably secured to each other and defining a hollow chamber. An inner member is disposed within the hollow chamber and has a resiliently compressible layer, a pile layer, a latex layer positioned between an opposite surface of the resiliently compressible layer and an interior surface of another one of the first and second fabric layers, and piping defining a periphery of the inner member and connecting the pile layer and the latex layer. One or more flaps may be attached to one or more edges of the outer member. One or more pockets may be provided on or within the outer member and/or the one or more flaps, and may be accessible from exterior surface(s) of the outer member and/or the one or more flaps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: LESLIE A. SHERWIN
  • Publication number: 20160324344
    Abstract: A closure for a lid may provide controlled access to at least one opening in the lid. The closure may include an activator pivotally coupled to the lid, a cover pivotally coupled to the lid, and a connecting member pivotally coupled to the activator and the cover. The activator, the cover and the connecting member may form an over center latching mechanism. In addition, the activator may be pivotally connected to the lid about a first axis of rotation, the cover may be pivotally connected to the lid about a second axis of rotation, the connecting member may pivotally connected to the activator about a third axis of rotation, and the connecting member may be pivotally connected to the cover about a fourth axis of rotation. The distance between the first and second axes of rotation may be constant, and the distance between the third and fourth axes of rotation may change as the cover is moved.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: STEVEN M. SORENSEN, DAVID O. MEYERS
  • Publication number: 20160324345
    Abstract: A popcorn salt holding and dispensing system and method includes a container that has a quantity of popcorn therein. The container has a bottom wall and a peripheral wall which is attached to and extends upwardly therefrom. The peripheral wall has an upper edge defining an opening extending into the container. A housing has salt therein and the housing includes a first end, a second end and a perimeter wall extending between the first and second ends. The first end has a plurality of apertures extending therethrough to allow salt from the housing to flow outwardly of the housing through the apertures. The housing is removably coupled to the container with a mounting and moved back and forth over the popcorn to deposit salt on the popcorn.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Steven Newberry
  • Publication number: 20160324346
    Abstract: A spoon head device that may be readily picked up and set down by a pair of chopsticks, to permit a user to use chopsticks to eat solid food and readily engage the spoon head to fashion a spoon for consuming liquid, such as soup. Various embodiments are disclosed that afford hygienic storage between use while eating, various chopstick tip engaging structures, flotation and other benefits and features of the present invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Ywanne Chen
  • Publication number: 20160324347
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a spoon (1) with a handle (2) and a rigid central base region (3), wherein the rigid central base region (3) merges at its periphery into an extended portion, which, in the resting condition forms a retaining edge (5) inclined inwards relative to a vertical axis (4), and wherein the retaining edge (5) is embodied to be foldable inwards relative to the base region (3).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Martin Schmid
  • Publication number: 20160324348
    Abstract: A napkin holder including a base and a plurality of sides connected to the base and extending upwardly therefrom, wherein the sides are configured to induce rotation of a napkins in a stack of napkins dropped in a vertical orientation into said holder, the rotation proceeding a first direction on one side of the napkin stack and in an opposing direction on the other side of the napkin stack, such that the individual napkins are at least partially displaced from one another and presented in a fanned array, thereby facilitating selection and removal of individual napkins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Andrew Flocchini
  • Publication number: 20160324349
    Abstract: A baby food lid with a built-in straw provides female threads which enable the lid to be affixed to commercially available jars of baby food for easy consumption. The straw is rigid and gently curved, with a large circular cross-section. This enables the infant to easily draw foods with a thicker consistency through the straw, and also enables the adult user to easily clean the straw. The lid is dishwasher safe and is provided in a variety of bright colors and sizes, to fit any commercially available jar of baby food.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Rosalinda Casas
  • Publication number: 20160324350
    Abstract: This is a floating beverage-container-holder which is ballasted and neutrally buoyant. It provides floatation, insulation and stability to a beverage-container in water. The holder includes a beverage-container receptacle, a floatation member to provide buoyancy and vertical stability, and a weighted ballast chamber containing sufficiently dense material to offset the buoyant force of the portion of beverage container and ballast chamber, which are submerged. The flange of the receptacle has holes to allow the entire holder to be tethered via clips and tether material to the user or any object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Thomas M. Rogers, Taunia D. Rogers
  • Publication number: 20160324351
    Abstract: An inverted bottle holder intended to hold two bottles with necks upside down inside a container is described. The bottle holder includes a clip having an inner wall and an outer wall spaced to accept the exterior wall of the container in between, where the clip is formed at an arc corresponding to the arc of the exterior wall of the container, and a deck connected in a permanently fixed relationship to the clip and extending into the container. The deck includes two apertures each sized to accept the neck of one of the bottles, such that each bottle is held upside down in the container when inserted into the aperture. In addition the bottle holder may include an integral bottle opener in either the single bottle or double bottle designs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Alexander K. Miller
  • Publication number: 20160324352
    Abstract: A rotary food server assembly for rotatably serving a selected food item includes a bottom disk that may be positioned on a support surface. An upper disk is movably coupled to the bottom disk so the upper disk may support a food item. A processor is coupled to the bottom disk. An actuator is coupled to the bottom disk. The actuator is operationally coupled to the processor so the processor may selectively actuate the actuator. The actuator is operationally coupled to the upper disk so the actuator may selectively move the upper disk. A keypad is coupled to the bottom disk so a user may touch the keypad. The keypad is operationally coupled to the processor so the actuator may move the upper disk to a selected position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Sonja Johnson-Lewis
  • Publication number: 20160324353
    Abstract: The present invention relates to ergonomically designed clothing hangers adapted for ease of hand-carrying and hanging on a closet rod. These ergonomic hanger designs feature a rod hook or suspension portion that includes at least two, and preferably three, linearly arrayed curved regions each adapted to ergonomically engage an adult human finger. In this way, for example, the index, middle, and ring fingers of one hand of a person carrying the hanger can easily and comfortably grasp the hanger by the suspension portion. When simultaneously carrying one or several such clothing hangers loaded with clothes, the resultant load is better distributed across the person's hand, allowing for easier, more comfortable, and less fatiguing transportation of the clothing item(s) hanging on the hangers. In preferred embodiments, at least one of the curved regions (often the central or second region among three) is also adapted to conform to the outer dimension and shape of a closet rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Alan K. UKE, Luis PREZLIN
  • Publication number: 20160324354
    Abstract: The hanging garment cover is a cover that is adapted to be used with a hanger. The hanging garment cover is placed over a hanger holding apparel. The hanging garment cover prevents apparel from falling off the hanger and prevents apparel from getting entangled with hangers holding other garments. The hanging garment cover comprises a shield and a plurality of magnets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Wendy Alcoser
  • Publication number: 20160324355
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are devices and methods of use directed to cross decorative markers. More specifically, the present invention relates to illuminated crosses for commemorative and decorative purpose having uniform illumination throughout the cross from within the structure. In embodiments, the disclosed device is comprised of a hollow translucent or transparent cruciform housing component and a light source cruciform component positioned internal to the hollow translucent or transparent cruciform housing component and having lights running along the front, the back, and the end portions of the light source cruciform component. In embodiments, the lights are positioned along the entire horizontal and vertical lengths of the light source cruciform component. In another embodiment, the device is further comprised of end cap components to further aid the directional distribution of the emitting light from the end portions of the device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Lucio Frederico Garcia
  • Publication number: 20160324356
    Abstract: A thin profile holiday tree device facilitates placement of a holiday tree in a small space such as a condominium or an apartment. The device includes a frame including a pair of equal length sides and a base. Respective upper ends of the sides are joined to define an apex of the frame. The base is coupled to the sides wherein the frame defines a triangular space. The frame has a planar back surface and a planar forward surface. A panel is coupled to the frame and occupies the triangular space. Each of a plurality of lights is coupled to the panel such that each light extends through an associated aperture in the panel. Garland is coupled to the panel occupying the triangular space. Each of a plurality of ornaments is coupled to the panel. The ornaments are arranged such that the ornaments are dispersed within the triangular space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Cathy Naubert
  • Publication number: 20160324357
    Abstract: A curtain barrier comprising a curtain body made of a non-porous fabric material and one or more breathable pocket, extending along the bottom edge of the curtain body. The breathable pocket may comprise a mesh or a porous fabric material attached to the curtain body or a hemmed non-porous fabric material comprising a plurality of openings distributed substantially throughout the pocket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Jeffrey Grieshop
  • Publication number: 20160324358
    Abstract: The subject application is directed to a food processing device to extract juice. The device includes an inlet coupled to a disintegrator. The inlet is configured to accept food items and the disintegrator configured to disintegrate food items passed through the inlet. The device further includes a separator that accepts the disintegrated food items and separates out the liquid components from the food item. The device further includes a reservoir that is coupled to the separator for accepting and holding the liquid components. The reservoir includes a translucent member for viewing of liquid levels within the reservoir, and a valved outlet. The valved outlet is configured to allow or prevent the flow of liquid from the reservoir through the valved outlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: Alan BACKUS
  • Publication number: 20160324359
    Abstract: A system and method for an automated cooking device that includes a multi-ingredient dispenser with a base, liquid dispenser and a dispensing selector, wherein the base comprises a set of base receptacles; a set of ingredient dispenser units that removably couple with the base receptacles and controllably open when in an engaged mode with the dispensing selector of the multi-ingredient dispenser; a cooking apparatus with a heating unit and mixing unit; and a control unit that is configured to process a multi-stage cooking process and that at least partially controls the dispensing selector, heating unit, mixing unit, and liquid dispenser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2016
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Khalid Aboujassoum, Tariq Maksoud, Adam Leonards