With Razor Patents (Class 206/228)
  • Patent number: 10870211
    Abstract: The present invention provides for a shaving device and more specifically, to a portable shaving apparatus designed to look like a cosmetic container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2020
    Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Anand Khubani, Eric Langberg, David Stowers
  • Patent number: 10479267
    Abstract: A light assembly for a motor vehicle according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, a light source, and a lens arrangement configured to direct light from the light source in a first direction toward a running board and a second direction away from the vehicle. A method is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2019
    Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Stuart C. Salter, Paul Kenneth Dellock, Heather M. Flores, Aaron Bradley Johnson, Linsheng Chen
  • Patent number: 10391649
    Abstract: The present invention provides for a shaving device and more specifically, to a portable shaving apparatus designed to look like a cosmetic container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: Church & Dwight
    Inventors: Anand Khubani, Eric Langberg, David Stowers
  • Patent number: 10357093
    Abstract: A surface-mountable razor holder is disclosed. The surface-mountable razor holder includes a rear surface, a front surface, and a magnet. The rear surface is to mount the surface-mountable razor holder to an external surface. The front surface substantially conforms to a shape of a shaving razor. The magnet is disposed in a cavity formed by the surface-mountable razor holder. The magnet is to removably secure the shaving razor to the front surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2019
    Assignee: Billie, Inc.
    Inventors: Hlynur Vagn Atlason, Jason Bravman, Georgina Gooley
  • Patent number: 10351300
    Abstract: A flexible container that can be affixed to a vertical surface such as a shower wall is provided. The container comprises a wall and a substrate affixed to the wall. The substrate may define a plurality of integrally formed recesses that can create a suction fit with the vertical surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: Sonoco Development, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott Huntington Hartley
  • Patent number: 10300619
    Abstract: The present invention provides for a shaving device and more specifically, to a portable shaving apparatus designed to look like a cosmetic container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Assignee: IdeaVillage Products Corporation
    Inventors: Anand Khubani, Eric Langberg, David Stowers
  • Patent number: 9526312
    Abstract: A razor cartridge dispenser for retaining, dispensing and receiving razor cartridges, the cartridges having a blade portion mounted to a handle connection portion, the dispenser including first and second cooperating members joined by a connection such that the first and second cooperating members can be adapted from a closed configuration to an open configuration, each of said first and second cooperating members comprising one or more compartments for retaining a cartridge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Assignee: HARRY'S, INC
    Inventors: Stuart Harvey Lee, Jochen Schaepers
  • Patent number: 8640906
    Abstract: A multipurpose cooking stove container is described having a cavity for storing items such as cleaning products and hand sanitizer. The cooking stove container may further comprise a paper towel support and mounting bracket for attachment to a cooking stove or side shelf of a cooking stove. The cooking stove container may also be configured to be resistant to environmental elements such as rain, wind, dust, pollen and the like. A tray portion may be used for storing items and a removable cup may be inserted into the tray for more secure storage of smaller items. The cooking stove container may in one embodiment comprise a front and back member that are attached about a pivot. The front member may pivot to allow access to the inside cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Cathal Patrick Gordon
    Inventors: Cathal Patrick Gordon, David Dean McClanahan
  • Patent number: 8439190
    Abstract: A dummy hair clipper head, or dummy blade, which is a form conforming to those dimensions of a hair clipper's stationary blade which are necessary for its compatibility with attachment guide combs, is employed in an attachment guide comb organizer which comprises a plurality of interconnected forms, whereby a plurality of attachment guide combs can be stored and organized. By interconnecting the forms with either a rigid, contoured or flexible means, with the options of placing them within a container and of making them releasable, the organization and storage of a set of attachment guide combs can be customized. For the purposes of storage the form can be flexible and have a reduced structure from that of the stationary blade. The use of the form also makes possible a variety of new uses for attachment guide combs including a scissor comb, razor comb, and conduit comb.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Inventor: Matthew Justin Michel
  • Patent number: 8342322
    Abstract: A razor case, also referred to as a razor saver, may keep a razor blade dry and free or any moisture. The razor saver may include an absorbent liner and one or more absorbent desiccant gel packs for removing moisture from the razor blade. The razor saver may extend the life of the razor blade, typically offering the user up to four times the use from a single blade cartridge. The razor saver may save money while also reducing landfill wastes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Assignee: Darrell DeRennaux
    Inventor: Darrell R. De'Rennaux
  • Patent number: 8251249
    Abstract: A clam-shell container system can include first and second container pieces that are hingedly connected. The first container piece can include a perimeter and a hangable tab, the hangable tab having an opening configured to receive a rod. The hinge connection can be perforated, such that it breaks upon actuation of the hangable tab to open the container system. The second container piece can include a cutout in proximity to the hinge connection and the hangable tab. Accordingly, the cutout can provide clearance for the rotation of the hangable tab beyond the hinge connection. Further, the second container piece can have a perimeter having a shape substantially similar to the perimeter of the first container piece. The perimeters can form a substantial seal in combination.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: PWP Industries
    Inventor: Terry Vovan
  • Publication number: 20100301063
    Abstract: The Razor-to-Can-Top Docking System allows users to hang a wide variety of razors, 5, securely on a modified aerosol-shaving cream can top, 3, for storage between uses. This is accomplished by attaching a stalk, 1B, to the can top, 3, with a nub, 1A, at the end of the stalk. The razor is hung on the stalk via a hole or cavity in the razor's handle that engages the nub, 1A, on the stalk, 1B. Without the razor, the stalk, 1B, may be put out of the way and closed to the can top. In the open position, the stalk and nub can engage the cavity. The cavity may be throughgoing or only partially excavated, leaving an undercut lip to engage the nub. It is understood that a wide variety of nub shapes and cavities may be used with the condition that the chosen nub and cavity conform to each other such that the engagement is secure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Inventor: John A. McEveety
  • Patent number: 7753197
    Abstract: A cover member (1) for a container which includes a cap portion (2) and a leg member (3) depending from the cap portion, wherein the leg member has an internal surface arranged to face the container and an external surface which is visable when then the cover member is in use, the cover member further including one or more lugs (4a, 4b) arranged on the internal surface of the leg member, the one or more lugs being arranged to receive a hair removal tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: Reckitt Benckiser (UK) Limited
    Inventor: Rachel Russell
  • Publication number: 20100068975
    Abstract: A device for sharpening razor blades, comprising, a housing having an upper casing and a lower casing defining an interior space, the upper casing having an opening, and a lid to cover the opening, a reciprocating carriage disposed in the lower case below the opening for receiving a razor blade unit containing a razor blade with a shaving edge facing downward, a sharpening wheel coated on its outer circumference with an abrasive material fixedly disposed in the lower case for rotation around an axis beneath and simultaneously with the reciprocating carriage, mechanism to reciprocate the carriage, mechanism to rotate the sharpening wheel, power supply to operate the reciprocating and rotating mechanisms, a switch to activate the device to reciprocate the carriage and rotate the sharpening wheel simultaneously, such that when the razor blade unit with the razor blade is inserted through the opening into the carriage and the power is turned on by the switch the sharpening wheel rotates and the carriage holdin
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2009
    Publication date: March 18, 2010
    Inventors: Menachem Yadid, Sahar Zaydi
  • Publication number: 20090159469
    Abstract: A cover member (1) for a container which includes a cap portion (2) and a leg member (3) depending from the cap portion, wherein the leg member has an internal surface arranged to face the container and an external surface which is visable when then the cap is in use, the cover member further including one or more lugs (4a, 4b) arranged on the internal surface of the leg member, the lugs being arranged to receive a hair removal tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2006
    Publication date: June 25, 2009
    Inventor: Rachel Russell
  • Publication number: 20090057170
    Abstract: A wet shaving razor case suitable for storage of a razor having a cartridge and adjoining handle, the case comprises an upper portion comprising a cartridge hold down member disposed at a periphery of said upper portion and a handle-receiving recess; a lower portion joined to the upper portion wherein the lower portion comprises a engagement member positioned along a periphery of the lower portion; and wherein upon closure of the upper portion onto the lower portion the hold down member both secures the cartridge within the case and engages with the engagement member to maintain closure of the upper portion on the lower portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Publication date: March 5, 2009
    Inventors: Douglas Robert Kohring, Kelly Daniel Bridges
  • Patent number: 7487593
    Abstract: According to the present invention, a tray for a shaving implement having a powered device includes a base, at least one engagement structure, and at least one protrusion. The base has a length and a width that are at least approximately as long as a length and a width of the shaving implement, respectively. The base also has a height. The engagement structure(s) are operable to releaseably secure the shaving implement to the tray. The protrusion(s) extend heightwise from the base and are positioned substantially adjacent to a switch on the shaving implement that controls the powered device. The protrusion(s) extend to a height that is at least as high as the switch when the shaving implement is releasably secured in the engagement structure(s) and guard the switch from contact with outside forces that can unintentionally power on the battery-powered device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2009
    Inventors: Paul Dansreau, Donald Roche
  • Patent number: 7383595
    Abstract: A holder for a razor dispenser cartridge for use in a shower, having an adjustable hook for hanging on a shower head and suction cups for adhering to a wall. Alternate embodiments combine provisions for holding a single razor, a can of shaving cream, and a drawer for temporarily storing used razors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2008
    Inventor: Jason Czupil
  • Patent number: 7261268
    Abstract: A holder for a replaceable container of product includes a wall mountable support member having a longitudinal dimension. A holding sleeve extends transversely to the longitudinal dimension a first distance from a first region of the support member. The holding sleeve defines a bulbous recess. A foot extends transversely to the longitudinal dimension a second distance from a second region of the support member. The second distance is less than the first distance. The foot is spaced from the holding sleeve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2007
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward J. Kunesh, David P. Mather, Allen D. Miller
  • Patent number: 7172069
    Abstract: A replacement cartridge container is provided that includes a tub and a selectively removable lid. The tub includes a base panel attached to a side panel. The base panel and the side panel each have an interior surface and an exterior surface. A cavity is formed contiguous with the interior surfaces of the base panel and the side panel. The selectively removable lid attaches to the tub and forms a seal with the tub.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2007
    Assignee: Eveready Battery Company, Inc.
    Inventors: David Coffin, Chris A. Barone
  • Patent number: 7159324
    Abstract: A storage device for a shaving razor replacement cartridge package, including a base member having at least one package-receiving storage region, and one or more covered packages that are each located in a respective storage region. The covered package contains a shaving cartridge including a plastic housing and a plurality of blades. The storage region preferably provides a retention force, e.g., by opposed members, to retain a respective package within the compartment with a retention force. The retention force is preferably determined so that is less than an opening force needed to initiate opening of a removable cover seated on the stored package. The storage device can include shaving razor engagement structure for carrying a razor generally aligned with the base member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2007
    Assignee: The Gillette Company
    Inventor: Charles Bridgham Worrick, III
  • Patent number: 7007389
    Abstract: A lotion dispensing shaving apparatus for shaving and dispensing shaving cream and after shave lotion includes a razor having a handle portion including a pair of lengthwise compartments. A pair of sliding levers are operationally coupled to the compartments for selectively dispensing contents of the compartments from sides of the handle adjacent to a bottom of the handle. The razor head has two angled sides each having dual blades. In various embodiments the razor head includes grooved rollers and the handle portion includes a compartment on the bottom of the handle portion for holding an antiseptic impregnated pad.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2006
    Inventor: Mohammad Arif
  • Publication number: 20040178087
    Abstract: An apparatus for storing various items, like toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes, razors or other toiletry and non-toiletry items. The apparatus comprises a carrier member adapted to accommodate the said items therein and a support member adapted to support the carrier member. The carrier member is separable from the support member and receivable thereinto. The carrier member is configured as a body of rotation defined by a longitudinal axis, by an upper portion, by an elongated tubular peripheral portion and by a lower portion. The carrier member and the support member are provided with a respective abutment means enabling resting of the carrier member on the support member. At least the carrier member is provided with a ventilation means and with drainage means to enable sanitary storage of the items. Both the carrier member and the support member can be used as a single standalone item suitable for sanitary storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2003
    Publication date: September 16, 2004
    Inventor: Gideon Bar Noy
  • Publication number: 20040118712
    Abstract: The invention consists of compiling seven essential articles of clothing into a carry on bag to be marketed to women traveling on short vacations seeking versatile clothing fashion without having to pack numerous articles. The essential articles of clothing are as follows: 1) a white T-shirt, 2) white button down oxford shirt 3) a black camisole, 4) black Capri pants, 5) khaki pants, 6) a black wrap-around sarong, and 7) little black dress. All of the articles of clothing will be included in a carry on bag that will be marketed under the name “Just for the Weekend”.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 24, 2002
    Publication date: June 24, 2004
    Inventor: Celestina Pugliese
  • Patent number: 6722498
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a storage container for an attachment to a personal grooming tool. The container includes a housing and a cover. The housing includes a chamber configured to store the attachments. The cover is configured to fit over the housing to enclose the chamber. The cover also includes a cavity designed to support the tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2004
    Assignee: Salton, Inc.
    Inventors: Barbara Westfield, Philippe Starck
  • Patent number: 6634492
    Abstract: A housing for a shaving razor with razor blade(s) immersed in oil or another liquid. The primary structure permits a minimal quantity of oil or other liquid to submerge the razor blade with the razor handle upright. It also may feature a catch extension on the back wall to aid oil drainage from the submersed end. The second structure is a frontally mounted lid with razor handle positioned for easy access. To secure the housing in the desired position, a “hook and loop” type attachment device can be provided to allow removal for cleaning. In another embodiment, an insert may be disposed within the housing, next to the back wall. The insert has a razor handle receiving portion and a razor blade catch extension. In another embodiment, the housing may be formed in a free-standing configuration so that it may be rested upon a countertop or table. This embodiment may be formed with a container holding portion having an oil container recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2003
    Inventor: Jerry Cox
  • Publication number: 20030101525
    Abstract: The case comprises a housing to receive at least one safety razor and a closing cover movable between a closed and an open position of said housing, and is characterized in that it combines:
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2002
    Publication date: June 5, 2003
    Inventor: Andrea Belloli
  • Patent number: 6547201
    Abstract: A CD disk holding device that freely suspends a disk. The holder is made up of a singular homogeneous flat plastic or plastic like flexible material of a thin and uniform cross section that is formed into a trihedrally shaped structure. A flat base provides an area for attachment to a desired surface. Projecting from opposite ends in an inwardly biased folded plane of the base are two flexible symmetrical arms. Further projecting away from base at the end of the arms are related symmetrical tapered nose sections. The nose sections are arched further inward in a slightly open clamshell arrangement. Each nose section has a leading edge, which when viewed from the front form the diagonal edge of a near parabolic cone structure. This cone structures greatest diameter is normally slightly greater than the central mounting hole of a compact disk. When a CD is installed, the central hole of the CD rides the leading edge of the nose sections until seated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2003
    Inventors: Rick J. Barich, Maxwell R Ward
  • Patent number: 6520328
    Abstract: Retail razor display packaging comprising a razor stand and a display card. The razor stand is preferably transparent and is designed to engage at least a portion of a display card so that a razor can be positioned on the razor stand and then connected to the display card in a manner which provides an attractive display. The razor stand permits a potential purchaser to view the razor prior to purchasing and then provides a convenient holder for the razor after purchasing and use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2003
    Assignee: Warner-Lambert Company
    Inventor: Ernest Ortiz
  • Patent number: 6415517
    Abstract: A storage device, e.g., for a shaving razor and replacement cartridges, including a base member having at least one storage compartment, and one or more sealed packages that are each located in a respective storage compartment. The sealed package contains a shaving cartridge including a plastic housing and a plurality of blades. Each compartment provides a retention force, e.g., by opposed members, to retain a respective package within the compartment with a retention force that is less than a peeling force needed to initiate peeling of a cover layer sealably connected to the stored package. The cover has shaving razor engagement structure for carrying a razor on an external surface of the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2002
    Assignee: The Gillette Company
    Inventor: Charles Bridgham Worrick, III
  • Patent number: 6354433
    Abstract: An article of manufacture for storing a razor comprises a cap such as for a shaving cream container having a wall section in which are integrally molded two spaced apart arms that are pivotable about integral living hinges out of the wall section to form a yoke in which the razor is suspended. The two spaced apart arms can have separate base sections with separate living hinges or a common base section with a common living hinge. Where the cap has a cylindrical side wall and a generally flat end wall, the two spaced apart arms can extend from a living hinge in the side wall along the side wall and into the end wall so that terminal sections of the arms form an angle with the base sections. Alternatively, the arms can be formed entirely in the side wall, and if desired, have the terminal sections project toward one another to form a reentrant opening for retaining the razor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2002
    Inventor: Jane Mattes
  • Patent number: 6220253
    Abstract: A dental implement storage assembly for holding primary dental care implements and providing storage compartments, a mirror, and a cover usable as a rinsing cup. The dental implement storage assembly includes a housing having a plurality of receptacles for holding dental implements, a plurality of compartments having doors positioned around the outside of the housing, and a cover removable from the housing for use as a cup. A mirror is positioned in one of the compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2001
    Inventor: Ann Marie Wright
  • Patent number: 6202963
    Abstract: A device for holding toilet accessories, that is attached to a stand up tubular can such as shaving gel. The invention is a wide, plastic clip, having a generally “U” shape with two arms shaped to grasp the circumference surface of a stand up tubular can. The front of the clip is flat and includes a stub projecting inwards from its inside surface. This stub creates two equal spaces and edges for storing items such as a shaver and a toothbrush. Provision is made for placing a hotel logo or company advertisement on the front facing surface of the clip for distribution. The device can also include a bonding agent to fasten the holder to a vertical flat surface and will support a light, tubular can or other tubular shaped item for display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2001
    Inventor: Jay S. Derman
  • Patent number: 6179259
    Abstract: Devices for detachably securing razors with cans or containers of shaving cream. According to the first embodiment, the invention comprises a holder member mounted or formed upon the cap of a conventional can of shaving cream. The holder member defines an aperture or axial pathway for receiving the handle portion of a conventional razor, as well as a support surface for receiving the razor head of such razor. In a second preferred embodiment, the device comprises first and second members hingingly attached to one another and mountable upon the dispenser mechanism of a can of shaving cream.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Inventor: Richard D. Schioldager
  • Patent number: 6168023
    Abstract: The present invention is a single cavity unit particularly constructed to accommodate all items and instruments necessary to complete the process of shaving, but not attaching itself to any of the items or instruments. This is accomplished by having accommodations, made onto and as part of the single cavity unit, to hold the shaving razor, shaving can, applicator brush, and shaving blade cartridge. Varying shaving can sizes are accommodated by the single cavity unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2001
    Inventor: Anthony M. Cooper
  • Patent number: 6145657
    Abstract: A housing for a shaving razor with razor blade(s) immersed in oil or another liquid. The housing will be of two elements with no working parts. The primary structure permits a minimal quantity of oil or other liquid to submerge the razor blade element with razor handle upright. It will also feature a catch extension on the back wall to aid oil drainage from the submersed end. The second structure is a frontally mounted lid with razor handle positioned for easy access. The oil is a light viscosity plant derivative such as sunflower oil or peanut oil or other liquids which will not affect the shaving razor's parts or the containment cell and will contain a tocopherol vitamin A stabilizer along with a biocide. To secure the housing in the desired position, a "hook and loop" type attachment device, such as Velcro.TM., will be provided to allow removal for cleaning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2000
    Inventor: Jerry Cox
  • Patent number: 6012463
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method for reducing folliculitis. A method is disclosed which delineates precise razor pulling techniques and methods of preparing a skin surface to be shaved. The razor pulling methods comprise consistent razor strokes. A kit comprising tools for carrying the disclosed method is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2000
    Inventor: Clarence Mitchell, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5806669
    Abstract: Several embodiments of a disposable razor support structure include structures from which support is derived including (1) a clip for encircling and grasping the major portion of a can and which also grasps the disposable razor just below the head portion; (2) a cap support which engages a can in a manner identical to that of the way in which a cap engages the can; (3) a cap which engages a can; and (4) a magnetic attachment member which can adhere to either a can or other metal surface; (5) a horizontal can tray which can accommodate a can; and also structures for supporting a disposable razor including (1) a clip in the shape of an .OMEGA. which grasps the upper handle of a razor, and (2) a trough to gently support the head of the razor, either of which can draw support from any of the structures described above.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1998
    Inventor: Paul Kim
  • Patent number: 5782346
    Abstract: A tray for a razor that includes a base member and a platform member. The base member includes engagement structure for releasably holding the razor and platform support structure. The platform member is supported on the platform support structure, is secured to said base member, and is located behind at least part of a razor when the razor is held by the engagement structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 21, 1998
    Assignee: The Gillette Company
    Inventors: Michael J. Gray, Gerald T. Swanson
  • Patent number: 5407066
    Abstract: A packing unit for objects which comprises two portions that are connected to one another and form a space therebetween for receiving an object is provided. Both portions are made from a plastic foil and have profilings according to the shape of the object that form abutments to prevent sliding of the object within the packing unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Assignee: Warner-Lambert Company
    Inventor: Kenneth Grange
  • Patent number: 5220724
    Abstract: A method for mounting Surface-Mounted-Devices ("SMD's") on a substrate, e.g. a PC board, involves warming an adhesive containing conductive particles from a room-temperature solid state to a warmed fluid state, applying said fluid adhesive to the substrate, permitting the adhesive to cool back into a solid state, subsequently warming the substrate and adhesive to render the adhesive tacky and yielding, mounting the components (2-5) in the tacky adhesive, and permitting the adhesive to cool back into a solid state, thereby securing the components on the substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 22, 1993
    Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbH
    Inventor: Roland Gerstner
  • Patent number: 5158818
    Abstract: A conductive die attach tape is described which allows for mounting of diced semiconductor chips thereon, followed by removal of the chip with an adherent conductive adhesive, and the mounting of the chip/adhesive combination in a chip carrier preparatory to the wire bonding operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 27, 1992
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventor: Joseph A. Aurichio
  • Patent number: 5148916
    Abstract: A razor blade carrier utilizing two hingeably attached strips of magnetically attractive material between which is sandwiched the razor blade to be carried.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1992
    Inventor: John N. Tillyer, Sr.
  • Patent number: 5139138
    Abstract: A razor assembly for shaving, and a combination razor assembly and container for sharpening the razor, is provided. A razor body includes a blade carrier with a reusable blade. A blade guard engages the blade for guiding over the skin surface during shaving. The guard is released to freely expose the blade for cleaning/sharpening while maintaining the blade attached to the carrier. The container includes an opening for receiving the exposed blade and opposed arrays of honing shoes are provided along a path for engaging the blade during sharpening movement of the razor along the container. A guide track having guide grooves engages the blade guard to ensure accurate movement of the blade with respect to the honing shoes. One honing shoe array along one side of the path is spring biased toward the other to assure unison movement and efficient sharpening action.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 1989
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1992
    Inventor: Olaf L. Isaksen
  • Patent number: 5113586
    Abstract: A cover for retaining a dispenser containing a plurality of safety razor blade cartridges to be employed with a razor of the type held with the fingers or the palm of the hand wherein the hand or finger gripping portion of the razor has a concave surface provided with a plurality of sinuous recesses formed therein. The dispenser cover is comprised of wall structure forming a substantially rectangular cavity for receiving and retaining a blade cartridge dispenser and one wall comprises an outer surface having a convex shape for mating engagement with the razor concave surface. A pair of sinuous outwardly projecting ribs for interfitting engagement with a selected pair of recesses on the razor gripping portion is disposed on the convex surface of the dispenser cover and serves to locate and retain the razor, dispenser cover combination as a unit for packaging and storage of the razor when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1992
    Assignee: The Gillette Company
    Inventors: Daniel B. Lazarchik, Jill M. Shurtleff
  • Patent number: 5095924
    Abstract: A person toiletry case 10 has a left section 11 and a right section 12 hinged together by hinges 13. Each section has a rectangular side panel 14 bounded by a bottom wall 15, a top wall 16, 16' and two side walls 17. The top walls 16, 16' each have a recessed portion 22, 25 through which articles contained within the case may be accessed. Brackets 26, 29, 30, 31, and 33, extending from the panels 14 of the case, are provided to hold toiletry articles within the case. The case also has venting holes 18 to allow moisture within the case to escape to ambience.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 17, 1992
    Inventor: John Stanfield
  • Patent number: 5083336
    Abstract: A cleaning brush for a shaver is provided which comprises a substantially plate-like main member divided into a first and a second half, the first and second halves being coupled on the side of one surface by a hinge member with their side faces being substantially adjacent to each other, the first half being provided at the side face thereof with bristles extending perpendicularly to the side face, the second half being formed in a second surface thereof with a recess which opens at the side face thereof to accommodate the bristles, the cleaning brush further comprising a holding portion provided on the first and second halves and on a mounting surface, respectively, for cooperating with each other to detachably mount the main member on the mounting surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1991
    Date of Patent: January 28, 1992
    Assignee: U.S. Philips Corp.
    Inventors: Yukihiko Atsumi, Hiroshi Ishikawa
  • Patent number: 5042658
    Abstract: A case for the storage of single edged razors is formed as a unitary molding comprising a first tubular portion for reception of a handle of the razor, and a second tubular portion offset on one side of a plane including the longitudinal axis of the first portion for the reception of the neck and blade of the razor, the second tubular member being comprised of two portions interconnected one with the other by a living hinge. The hinged portion being provided with a locking member for cooperation with the first tubular member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 1990
    Date of Patent: August 27, 1991
    Assignee: Goody Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Paolo Tiramani, Thomas Van Dyk
  • Patent number: 5007533
    Abstract: An open-top vessel having a closure cap, and a razor holder for releasably supporting a water rinsed razor and its blade within the vessel spaced below the closure cap. The vessel may be filled with mineral oil to a level above the blade, to have the blade submerged in the mineral oil. The razor holder may be supported on the closure cap, and rotatable via an exposed handle, for moving the razor as submerged in the mineral oil. More than one vessel may be used, as a kit, with each additional vessel also having a closure cap, a razor holder, and handle; and one or more vessels may be filled with mineral oil and one or more vessels may be left empty. The razor may be moved from vessel to vessel successively as it is being treated with the mineral oil and stored.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 1990
    Date of Patent: April 16, 1991
    Assignee: Anshal, Inc.
    Inventor: Ahnal A. Purohit
  • Patent number: 5002818
    Abstract: An adhesive mixture reworkably adheres electronic integrated circuit dies to hybrid microcircuit substrates, and includes a thermosetting epoxy resin. A thermoplastic resin additive allows the mixture to retain the high adhesive strength of the epoxy resin up to approximately 150.degree. C., or the upper limit of the operating and testing temperature range of the dies, and then soften sufficiently to enable defective dies to be removed at a temperature of preferably between 150.degree. C. and 200.degree. C. without damage to the substrate or adjacent dies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 1989
    Date of Patent: March 26, 1991
    Assignee: Hughes Aircraft Company
    Inventors: James J. Licari, Gabriel G. Bakhit