For Hunting Or Fishing Equipment Patents (Class 206/315.11)
  • Patent number: 11856920
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a novel fishing tackle storage device and method formed by combining at least one connector and one collar, when operably assembled, efficiently supports and stores fishing tackle, and may be carried and positioned in a receptacle. In preferred embodiments, the various elements of the device, each configured, and when operably assembled form a fishing tackle storage device capable of both internal and external fishing tackle storage. The preferred embodiments of the aforementioned device includes the importance of apertures, caps, plugs, adhesives, methods of attachment, and their role in applications of internally and externally storing fishing tackle and its accessibility. Also included in these embodiments is the importance of the materials which make up their composition to accept and store fishing tackle effectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2024
    Inventor: Gerald Edward Pahl
  • Patent number: 11839203
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device rod holding apparatus, comprising, a number of hollow pipes for holding the fishing rods, connection assemblies for griping the pipes together, a handle for carrying the apparatus with single hand and a container for holding various objects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2023
    Inventor: Julie Ann Barney
  • Patent number: 11825826
    Abstract: A device for the transport and storage of fishing tackle having a base member shaped and dimensioned for selective attachment to a support surface. An upstanding tubular column extends from the base member. A cover member is provided, wherein the cover member is shaped and dimensioned for selectively covering the upstanding tubular column in a manner such that the cover member can be moved between a closed configuration wherein the upstanding tubular column is hidden under the cover member and an open configuration wherein the upstanding tubular column is exposed for access by an individual using the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: TACKLETOWER, LLC
    Inventors: Brent Bradford, John L. Welsh, John Shaw
  • Patent number: 11725900
    Abstract: An archery release aid mount includes an attachment mechanism configured to rigidly attach the archery release aid to a bow. A securing device is configured to receive an archery release aid. The securing device includes a securing device that upon the archery release aid mount receiving the archery release aid, holds the archery release aid securely, and that is configured to allow a user to without tools remove the archery release aid from the archery release aid mount when the user wants to use the archery release aid during archery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2023
    Assignee: Advanced Outdoor Technology LLC
    Inventor: Paul D. Otten
  • Patent number: 11712030
    Abstract: A lure storage device includes a tray having a bottom wall and a peripheral wall extending upwardly from a peripheral edge of the bottom wall defining an interior space of the tray. A support is positioned in the interior space of the tray. The support has an upper surface. Each of a plurality of depressions extends into the upper surface of the support. Each depression is shaped to abut a first lateral side of a respective fishing lure such that a second lateral side of the respective fishing lure is displayed on the tray. Each of one or more hook apertures extends into the support. Each hook aperture is positioned adjacent to and extending further into the support from an associated one of the depressions wherein each of the hook apertures is configured for receiving a hook from the respective fishing lure positioned on the associated one of the depressions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Inventors: Ryan Hoium, Chase Plucker
  • Patent number: 11707598
    Abstract: A urinary catheter caddy for storing a plurality of packages of urinary catheters and for holding a selected one of the plurality of packages for dispensing of the urinary catheter therefrom includes a caddy body forming a storage space sized to receive and hold a plurality of packages of urinary catheters. An access opening extends from outside the caddy body into the storage space so a user can select one of the urinary catheter packages and pull an openable end of the selected package through the access opening with the opposite end of the package remaining in the storage space. The package is opened to expose a portion of the urinary catheter and an opened portion of the package is held by a package material holder so the catheter can be pulled by the exposed portion from the opened package without contaminating the catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Inventor: Monali M. Peters
  • Patent number: 11484020
    Abstract: An integrated protective fishing case for storing and protecting fishing rod, reel, line and pretied lure. The protective fishing case includes a handle section and a rod sleeve section thereby forming a protective case with an outwardly protruding belly section. The case includes the features: The handle section cover with an outwardly protruding section having an internal cavity for covering and protecting a fishing reel; the internal cavity includes a protective double padded section, internal protective right hand and left hand pockets for storing pretied lures; perforated material allowing ventilation and moisture to escape, thereby protecting the fishing tackle stored in the case from rust; to custom fit fishing rod blanks of varying lengths, the rod tip section length is adjustable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2022
    Inventor: Gregory Louis Mousis
  • Patent number: 11391536
    Abstract: A crossbow display may include a crossbow and a display board. The crossbow may be displayed in the un-cocked state with the display board supported to the crossbow. The display board may include one or more images that depict at least a portion of the crossbow in the cocked state. The crossbow display enables a prospective purchaser/user to simultaneously visualize at least part of both the un-cocked and cocked states of the crossbow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: Hunter's Manufacturing Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Bednar
  • Patent number: 11110866
    Abstract: A vehicle cargo retaining apparatus and system having a first enclosure with an outer surface and an inner surface. The first enclosure is capable of containing a fluid within the first enclosure, such as to seal the fluid from an external atmosphere. The apparatus and system may further include a plurality of jamming members within the first enclosure and an opening in the enclosure for receiving or removing fluid. In one state, the plurality of jamming members are moveable relative to one another within the first enclosure when fluid is received via the opening allowing the outer surface of the first enclosure to be deformable. In a second state the plurality of jamming members are restricted from moving relative to one another within the first enclosure when fluid is removed via the opening causing the outer surface of the first enclosure to maintain a semi-rigid or rigid state. A control system may control operation of the system to enable the retaining operations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2021
    Assignee: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Carter Jeffrey Hurd
  • Patent number: 11063473
    Abstract: A handheld tool carrying case includes at least one interior structuring unit having at least one interior structuring element, which is provided to delimit at least one inductive charge receiving region for at least one handheld tool battery. The interior structuring unit is configured to be combinable in a modular manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2021
    Assignee: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
    Inventors: Friederike Dietzel, Juergen Mack, Guenter Lohr, Volker Amann, Marcin Rejman, Brett Huber
  • Patent number: 11035640
    Abstract: Reversible quiver for performing the sport of archery, consisting of a support element (1) equipped with devices to secure it to the body of the sportsperson, and a containment element (2) for the arrows, which can be connected in an interchangeable fashion to the support element (1), wherein the connection devices (3) are of magnetic type, consisting of a female part (3a) and a male part (3b), and wherein this latter part can be inserted coaxially into the female part (3a), whilst disengagement occurs in the direction defined by the respective disengagement grooves provided on the female parts (3) and equipped with a single disengagement opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2021
    Assignee: Bignami Spa
    Inventor: Marco Berti
  • Patent number: 10918180
    Abstract: The carrying case is an item of luggage. The carrying case is configured for use by water. The carrying case is handheld. The carrying case has a fluid impermeable structure. The carrying case comprises a container, a lid, a watertight seal, an interior lantern, a side access door, and a plurality of locking latches. The container and lid form the containment space of the carrying case. The interior lantern illuminates the containment space of the carrying case. The lid provides access to the containment space of the carrying case. The side access door provides access to the containment space of the carrying case. The plurality of locking latches secures the lid to the container when the lid is in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Inventor: Daniel Heimler
  • Patent number: 10689157
    Abstract: A cooler assembly for the storage of one or more objects includes a cooler portion having a main portion and a cover portion that is removably or pivotable relative to the main portion. First and second main portion securement features are disposed on a side wall of the main portion, and the first and second main portion securement features may be identical. First and second attachment assemblies, which may include a container, have identical first and second attachment securement features, respectively, which may releaseably engage either of the first and second main portion securement features to allow the first and second attachment assemblies to be transported with and stored on the cooler portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: Otter Products, LLC
    Inventors: Alan V. Morine, Matthew M. Glanzer, Todd Eichinger, Cory R. Bloor, Jonathan B. Rayeski
  • Patent number: 10620093
    Abstract: A sampling device and associated methods for collecting a plurality of samples of a solution in a medical sterilization device. The sampling device includes a base configured to support a plurality of vessels, and a cover. The cover and the vessels define an orientation in relation to each other with the orientation having a first position permitting ingress of the solution into a first vessel and preventing ingress of the solution into the second vessel, a second position permitting ingress of the solution into a second vessel and preventing ingress of the solution into the first vessel. The sampling device may alternatively comprise a plurality of covers each coupled to one of the vessels. Actuators may move the covers between configurations permitting and preventing ingress of the solution into the vessels. Control of the covers may be based on analytical characteristics measured in by a sensor within a flow path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: Stryker Corporation
    Inventors: Michael Edward Weslosky, Richard F. Huyser
  • Patent number: 10591243
    Abstract: A quiver for receiving therein a plurality of arrows is hereby presented, the quiver comprising an arrow head receiving portion secured at a first end of an elongated frame and an arrow nock receiving portion secured at a second end of the elongated frame, the arrow head receiving portion comprising a biasing mechanism for longitudinally biasing an arrow toward the arrow nock receiving portion for longitudinally compressing and securing the arrow between the arrow head receiving portion and the arrow nock receiving portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2020
    Inventor: Gaston Houle
  • Patent number: 10524560
    Abstract: A device and method comprising the steps of placing an empty unrolled and unfolded backpack device front side up on a flat surface; engaging a rigging equipment to at least one of a series of first inner straps disposed in a fourth section of the backpack device; engaging a shorter equipment including additional carabineers, pulleys or tools to at least one of a series of second inner straps disposed in a fifth section of the backpack device; rolling the backpack device inward to form a bundle; and engaging a bundle strap implement disposed at an outer portion of said backpack device around the rolled backpack for transport or storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2020
    Inventors: Todd Hanson, Benjamin Schenck
  • Patent number: 10485389
    Abstract: An integration device and method of use is provided. The device includes a first member having a lock device; a second member coupled to the first member, wherein the second member receives a container therein having a cover, the first member being movable with respect to the second member between an open configuration and a closed configuration, wherein the cover cooperates with the lock device to lock the first member with the second member in the closed configuration; and a lid coupled to the first member, wherein the lid is engageable with a top tray of the cover to transition the cover between a closed position and an open position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2019
    Assignee: NICE-PAK PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Gerard Anthony Cahalan, Michael Mooney, Robert P. Julius
  • Patent number: 10464498
    Abstract: Bow carriers for use with ATVs and to related methods and systems. In a first illustrative embodiment, a carrier is formed as a box having generally planar front and back sides. At an upper end, the carrier may have an open top and taper to a narrower bottom. The box may be lined with a cushioning material, such as a compressible foam, on either long side with relatively limited space therebetween. The cushioning material may be covered with a suitable textile. The exterior of the box may include hooks and straps or other suitable hardware for attachment to an ATV cargo rack. The open top may be covered by a lid or retractable flap. For use, a bow may be placed in the carrier, into the space between the oppositely mounted cushioning lining. The lining may then be partially compressed to retain the bow securely and safely therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2019
    Inventor: Michael Cox
  • Patent number: 10433533
    Abstract: An apparatus for fishing-hook retention and storage is disclosed. The apparatus may comprise a planar sheet of silicone rubber. A plurality of retention sites may be formed in the planar sheet. The plurality of retention sites may be arranged in a plurality of rows. Each row of the plurality of rows may include two or more retention sites. Each retention may include a slit formed in the planar sheet and provide a location for securing an artificial fly, fishing lure, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: Tacky Fishing, LLC
    Inventors: Kenneth Ivan Aston, Timothy Gerald Jenkins, Eric Edwin Aston
  • Patent number: 10413060
    Abstract: A firearm storage apparatus comprising a base including a first groove, a first storage panel removeably supported within the first groove, the first storage panel including a plurality of slots that traverse a face of the first storage panel and a plurality of adjustable straps, each strap mated to the first storage panel through two of the slots and adjustable in position along the first storage panel and adjustable in degree of tightness to secure a firearm to the first storage panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventor: Carlos Chavira
  • Patent number: 10375971
    Abstract: A cutting board and storage assembly being mountable in a boat for filleting fish on the boat includes a box that is mountable in a boat thereby facilitating the box to store objects for fishing. A knife sharpener is coupled to and is positioned within the box to sharpen a knife. A holder is coupled to the outer wall of the box to engage the blade of the knife for storing the knife. A lid is hingedly coupled to the box for closing the box and the lid has a top surface. The top surface defines a cutting board when the lid is closed and a fish, other object, can positioned on the cutting board for filleting or otherwise cutting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2019
    Inventor: Joseph Tyminski
  • Patent number: 10351195
    Abstract: Panniers according to the present disclosure may be transitionable between a collapsed configuration and a deployed configuration. Transitioning between the collapsed configuration and the deployed configuration may include unlatching an outboard rigid wall from its position adjacent an inboard rigid wall, such that the pannier automatically springs into the deployed configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: CIVILIZED CYCLES INCORPORATED
    Inventor: Zachary Schieffelin
  • Patent number: 10301072
    Abstract: A garden hose security device is fashioned as a tripartite hinged cube. The base of the device has a piano hinge on opposing sides thereof. Each piano hinge is connected to an edge of a side cube which is open at one (1) face and one (1) side. Each open side faces the base. Each open face is positioned opposite the other side cube's open face. There is an aperture for a faucet on the back side of the device. Secured to the underside of the base is a spiral-shaped ground stake. Padlock hardware is capable of being secured to the cube side opposite the faucet aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Inventors: Robert L. Dent, Christopher R. Dent
  • Patent number: 10295172
    Abstract: A multi-purpose container and organizer for storing fishing tackle and other fishing gear or for any other suitable use. A light source is placed at the core of the container. The container is made of a semi-translucent material such that when the light source is activated, the light from the light source shines through the material of the container, lighting up the items stored within the container and providing gentle illumination to the surrounding area. The light source is removable from the container for a brighter, more concentrated light source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2019
    Inventor: David P. Bowden
  • Patent number: 10238095
    Abstract: A sinker slider system comprising a slider through which a fishing line passes and an accessory to be coupled and uncoupled to the slider by a gliding motion through a slider glide track and a T track of the accessory. The gliding motion is stopped by releasing a spring-loaded member of the T track into an indent of the slider. The system may further comprise an accessory base for storing the accessory not in use. The accessory base may have a plurality of slots or sections, each of which may have a base glide track for coupling to the T track and a base indent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2019
    Assignee: Quicksplit Fishing Products, LLC
    Inventor: Richard Wayne Nealon
  • Patent number: 10239589
    Abstract: A storage caddy system for mounting underneath a seat has a mounting bracket for attachment between a bottom of the seat and at least one leg, and a storage caddy removably attached to the mounting bracket. The storage caddy has at least one storage compartment for storing an item, which is accessible by at least one access point in an outer wall of the storage caddy. The storage caddy is configured to allow movement of the seat relative to the leg. The storage caddy is slidable relative to the mounting bracket in a direction perpendicular to the leg from a partially stowed position to a fully stowed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2019
    Assignee: Premier Marine, Inc.
    Inventor: Mikenzie Murphy
  • Patent number: 10159235
    Abstract: A fishing reel which includes a covering or enclosure that can also be functionally used as a toy car when detached from the fishing rod. The fishing reel functions as traditional spincast fishing reel when attached to the fishing rod. The reel enclosure is formed in the shape of a toy vehicle and is detachable from the fishing rod. Once removed, the reel enclosure can be reassembled and used as a toy vehicle independent of the rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Inventor: Todd McCain
  • Patent number: 10058181
    Abstract: A portable shelter includes a base including a floor and a seating unit mounted on the base. The seating unit includes a support unit configured to support and removably hold a removable storage. The removable storage includes a storage space and a substantially flat top surface for supporting a user in a seating position. The support unit includes a surface pattern configured to make contact with the removable storage when the removable storage is mounted on the support unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2018
    Assignee: PLANO MOLDING COMPANY
    Inventor: Timothy S. Makos
  • Patent number: 10029842
    Abstract: An insulating device can include an aperture having a waterproof closure which allows access to the chamber within the insulating device. The closure can help prevent any fluid leakage into and out of the insulating device if the insulating device is overturned or in any configuration other than upright. The closure may also prevent any fluid from permeating into the chamber if the insulating device is exposed to precipitation, other fluid, or submersed under water. This construction results in an insulating chamber that is substantially impervious to water and other liquids when the closure is sealed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Derek G. Sullivan, Andrew M. Bosway, Karl Fritzsche, Chris Keller
  • Patent number: 9993919
    Abstract: A toolbox has a casing and a cover. The casing has a top mounting flange, a first strengthening frame, and at least one engaging ring. The top mounting flange is formed on the casing. The first strengthening frame is mounted around the top mounting flange. The at least one engaging ring is mounted on the casing and has multiple ring fasteners mounted through the engaging ring and the top mounting flange via the first strengthening frame. The cover is connected to the casing and has a bottom mounting flange, a second strengthening frame, at least one engaging protrusion. The bottom mounting flange is formed on the cover. The second strengthening frame is mounted around the bottom mounting flange. The at least one engaging protrusion is mounted on the cover and has multiple protrusion fasteners mounted through the engaging protrusion and the bottom mounting flange via the second strengthening frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: A-Tina Tools Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Kun-Chen Chen
  • Patent number: 9967650
    Abstract: A case for a portable listening device includes a rechargeable battery and a first and a second charging system. The first charging system is configured to charge the portable listening device and the second charging system is configured to wirelessly charge a portable electronic device positioned outside of the case adjacent to an exterior charging surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2018
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Arun D. Chawan, Lee M. Panecki, Rico L. ZΓΆrkendΓΆrfer, Kurt Stiehl, Christopher S. Graham, Christopher J. Walton
  • Patent number: 9956684
    Abstract: An apparatus for conveniently organizing, storing, and transporting elongate objects such as pipe nipples is described. The apparatus includes a bucket, within which an upper tray is suspended above a lower tray by a pillar. Holes in the upper tray align with holes in the lower tray. When an elongate object is passed through these holes, flexible tabs on each of the holes act to firmly grip the object so that it remains safely vertical in the bucket. At the same time, projections on the perimeters of the upper and lower trays act to stop the trays from moving inside the bucket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2018
    Inventor: Bryan C. Welfel
  • Patent number: 9920977
    Abstract: The ice chest or cooler with detachable drawers is an organizational kit used with a wheeled cooler. The ice chest or cooler with detachable drawers comprises a plurality of compartmented spaces that can be added to the wheeled cooler for the purpose of separating foodstuffs. The ice chest or cooler with detachable drawers comprises a cabinet, a first container, and a second container. The cabinet attaches to the exterior of the wheeled cooler. The first container and the second container are inserted into the interior of the wheeled cooler.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2018
    Inventor: Aldo Avila
  • Patent number: 9883277
    Abstract: A case for a portable listening device includes a rechargeable battery and a first and a second charging system. The first charging system is configured to charge the portable listening device and the second charging system is configured to wirelessly charge a portable electronic device positioned outside of the case adjacent to an exterior charging surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Arun D. Chawan, Lee M. Panecki, Rico L. ZΓΆrkendΓΆrfer, Kurt Stiehl, Christopher S. Graham, Christopher J. Walton
  • Patent number: 9832985
    Abstract: The present invention is a collapsible, carrying and storage case for fishing equipment. In an embodiment, the case includes at least one equipment retaining panel, at least one end panel, at least one reel protective cover, at least one rod protective cover, at least one retaining member for securing fishing reel and rod within the case, and a case closure mechanism for placing the case alternatively in a closed position and an open position, wherein the open position is at least one of an open, collapsed position and a partially open position. The at least one reel protective cover, the at least one rod protective cover, and the at least one retaining member are positioned in a certain arrangement whereby fishing reels and rods of at least a pair of fishing reels and rods do not make damaging contact with one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventors: Stanford Thomas Moore, Jr., Jane R. Moore
  • Patent number: 9826301
    Abstract: A case for a portable listening device includes a rechargeable battery and a first and a second charging system. The first charging system is configured to charge the portable listening device and the second charging system is configured to wirelessly charge a portable electronic device positioned outside of the case adjacent to an exterior charging surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2017
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Arun D. Chawan, Lee M. Panecki, Rico L. ZΓΆrkendΓΆrfer, Kurt Stiehl, Christopher S. Graham, Christopher J. Walton
  • Patent number: 9797675
    Abstract: An archery equipment conveyance bag including a container member, having a closure cover provided upon its upper surface, and connected thereto by means of a zipper, or other connectors, the bag being separated by at least one or more dividers, formed of rigid polymer or related material, so that a plurality of bows may be located within the formed compartments within the bag, and in an alternative arrangement, include a series of aligned tubes for holding arrows within the bag during transit or storage. Various pouches or accessory compartments may be applied to the outer surface of the conveyance bag, even those that may be removable, for aid in the conveyance of the accessories used during archery performance. In addition, the conveyance bag may rest upon and connect with a dolly member, in order to facilitate the wheeled movement of the archery ladened conveyance bag to another location, during application and usage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2017
    Assignee: Spirit USA Archery, LLC
    Inventors: Karen A. Voigt, Anna M. Boehm
  • Patent number: 9794673
    Abstract: A case for a portable listening device includes a rechargeable battery and a first and a second charging system. The first charging system is configured to charge the portable listening device and the second charging system is configured to wirelessly charge a portable electronic device positioned outside of the case adjacent to an exterior charging surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2017
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Arun D. Chawan, Lee M. Panecki, Rico L. ZΓΆrkendΓΆrfer, Kurt Stiehl, Christopher S. Graham, Christopher J. Walton
  • Patent number: 9743728
    Abstract: The suitcase travel organizer provides a suitcase having an organizing case disposed atop. A top end width and top end depth of the suitcase equals a case width and a case depth. A plurality of various shaped and sized openings are disposed within a top side such that a traveler may carry differing items, including those such as drinks, lotion, media players, notepad, and writing implements. A handle disposed in the top side within a cutout provides for further item carry. The handle is flush with the top side.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2017
    Inventor: Bruce McConnell
  • Patent number: 9669746
    Abstract: A storage compartment assembly is moveable between an uninstalled orientation and an installed orientation in which the storage compartment assembly is directly fastened to a side wall of a cargo area. The storage compartment assembly defines an opening along an upper end thereof providing access to the storage compartment. A lid is pivotally supported to the storage compartment assembly by a hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism extends in a direction parallel to the side wall with the storage compartment assembly in the installed orientation. The lid is movable between a closed orientation covering the opening and concealing the storage compartment, and an open orientation uncovering the opening and exposing the storage compartment. The lid contacts the elongated support projection in the open orientation such that the lid is supported by the elongated support projection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: Nissan North America, Inc.
    Inventor: Shawn Sterling
  • Patent number: 9664474
    Abstract: A crossbow case with an exterior shell and an interior compartment within the exterior shell. The exterior shell is made of ethylene-vinyl acetate. The exterior shell has a thickness in the range of about 1/16 to ΒΌ of an inch. The exterior shell includes a top member and a bottom member in a hinged configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
    Assignee: Barnett Outdoors, LLC
    Inventor: David A. Barnett
  • Patent number: 9591939
    Abstract: A tabletop stand for holding a palm branch in an upright orientation. The stand has a horizontal sleeve which is a receptacle for a bottom aspect of a palm branch. The sleeve is provided with a slot so that the stand may be used in combination with an elongated plastic bag which has a rod extending for a segment of the bag's length. A bottom segment of the rod and surrounding bag is inserted into the sleeve and a lateral part of the bag passes through the slot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2017
    Inventor: Yosef Rothenberg
  • Patent number: 9591904
    Abstract: A protecting cover is provided. The protecting cover includes a first cover portion which is bendable and to which a first electronic device may be detachably coupled, a second cover portion which is bendably connected with the first cover portion and to which a second electronic device may be detachably coupled, and a third cover portion which is bendably connected with the first cover portion, in which the first cover portion, the second cover portion, and the third cover portion may be used as a cradle by being bent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2017
    Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Seon-Keun Park, Kwan-Eui Hong
  • Patent number: 9545091
    Abstract: A retainer apparatus for a hook, the hook having opposing open and closed hook end portions, the retainer apparatus includes a beam and an extension element having an elongated loop shape that defines an aperture with a portion of the loop affixed to the beam. Also included is a resilient component with an outer surface, the resilient component encompasses the extension element and a portion of the beam, the resilient component having a slit extending from the outer surface inward to manually open the slit and expose a portion of the extension element. Operationally, the open slit allows the hook open end portion to be manually placed within the loop, when the slit is released the slit compressively sandwiches the hook about the extension element to removably retain the hook to the retainer apparatus with the hook closed loop end portion exposed outside of the outer surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Inventor: Brian Lee Lockhart
  • Patent number: 9494399
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to structures that are adapted to facilitate the retention, storage, and transport of arrows. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, for example, an arrow retainer is described that includes a resilient portion having a plurality of passageways extending therethrough for retaining a plurality of arrows therein. Each passageway is resiliently expandable upon insertion of an arrow to maintain the position of the arrow. In another embodiment of the present disclosure, for example, an arrow storage device is disclosed that provides an efficient and secure means of storing arrows. The presently disclosed arrow retainer and arrow storage device may be used in conjunction with one another as part of an arrow storage system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: Westdale Holdings
    Inventors: Richard H. Paschke, William T. Light
  • Patent number: 9433200
    Abstract: A fishing equipment cooler device is provided having a multi-chambered cooler interior and a separable construction. An upper cooler assembly removably attaches to a lower cooler assembly, whereby each is capable of supported chilled items therein in a segregated configuration. Each cooler assembly is insulated, while external fishing rod support members are employed to support fishing rods and other equipment in an upright condition from the sidewalls of the coolers. The lower cooler assembly further comprises roller wheels and an adjustable handle grip such that the cooler device can be readily transported without carrying. The preferred removable connection between the coolers is a turn latch mechanism. Overall, the device allows fisherman and outdoorsman to store food, bait, tackle, caught fish, and other supplies in insulated and segregated chambers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Inventor: Marcel Norman
  • Patent number: 9387153
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods relating to a metered pill dispensing system are disclosed herein. A preloaded cartridge having multiple compartments containing dispensable contents, such as pills, is inserted into a cassette. The cassette has an actuatable member, such as a film or a belt, wrapped around it. The actuatable member has apertures through which the contents of the preloaded cartridge may pass. The actuatable member may be controlled to meter the dispensing of the contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2016
    Inventor: Robert G. Mazur
  • Patent number: 9253970
    Abstract: A portable, multi-functional fishing accessory formed of a rigid plate member having a flat work surface and a side wall formed around a periphery of the work surface, and wherein the work surface is slanted relative to the side wall. The fishing accessory has one or more magnets positioned opposite from the work surface of the plate member and secured thereto. A stanchion mount is adapted to rotatably mount on a cylindrical stanchion for maintaining the plate member in a substantially upright position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
  • Patent number: 9227316
    Abstract: A tool box has a lower section, with drawers and a horizontal storage compartment, and an upper section, with vertical storage compartments. The upper section compartments can be arranged in variable sizes through the use of inserted dividers, thus providing a unique space for each tool. A flag can be disposed so that when a tool is removed from its unique space, the flag is easily visible to show that the tool is missing. The tool box can eliminate clutter, organize tools and prevent misplacement and loss of tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Stevens
  • Patent number: 9221593
    Abstract: This device specializes in the protection of items of value and seeks to reduce any loss in value. The device is designed to protect its contents from damage, abuse, theft, misplacement, and unwanted access. It performs these duties through a number of ways. The device creates a sealed environment within, such that the contents are contained and separated from harm. Through the selection of the components making up its construction, the device provides a protective shelter for the items. Should the user of the device seek additional security for their items contained within, the device and included instruction provide for concealablity. Making use of the device in a concealed manner protects the items within by further removing them from harm's way; essentially removing the items of value from the interest of those seeking unauthorized access. Quite simply, an item that cannot be found, cannot be taken.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2015
    Inventor: Jeremy R. Kay