Abstract: A refrigeration unit with improved storage and accessibility features has a thermally insulated cabinet and door defining a storage space with a plurality of support elements. The support elements include easily removable door shelves and horizontal cabinet shelves that can be removed or repositioned without the door being fully opened due to dished regions adjacent the shelf supports that allow the shelves to be pivoted and removed rather than slid straight out of the cabinet. Indicia on one of the shelves follows the contour of one of the door shelves to indicate approximately the shelf space occupied by an adjacent door shelf and thus where items can be set without interfering with the closure of the door. The refrigeration unit also includes a cam assembly at the lower door hinge which biases the door closed when open approximately 35 degrees or less. The refrigeration unit also includes features for attaching an overlay panel to the door easily.

Abstract: A key storage and concealment device that effectively stores and conceals any type of key in an inconspicuous or unobtrusive fashion, wherein quick and convenient access thereto is permitted by only those informed of the device's presence, thus appeasing any trepidation of discovery by an unauthorized person.

Abstract: A built-in storage device having a main body accommodated in a cabinet, the main body having a storage compartment and a door opening and closing the storage compartment, the built-in storage device also having: a cover part disposed on an exterior of the door; a cover bracket combined to the cover part; a door bracket having a first door bracket combined to the door and a second door bracket extended from the first door bracket and combined to the cover bracket; and a first combining unit combining the cover bracket and the second door bracket, to control a distance between the cover bracket and the door bracket. With this configuration, the present invention provides a built-in storage device which can control the distance between the door and the cover part to open and close a storage compartment of a main body.

Abstract: A rectangular drawer has an upstanding partition extending between the drawer side walls and dividing the drawer into front and rear compartments. A rectangular tray has a bottom wall and upstanding front, rear and opposed side walls, the tray side walls having lateral flanges at their upper edges, slidably supported on upper edges of the drawer side walls for movement of the tray between an open and closed positions, respectively uncovering and covering one of the compartments. A key-actuated lock mechanism locks the tray to the partition in the closed position. In one embodiment, the lock mechanism is mounted forwardly of the tray and has a movable latch member movable into engagement in a slot in the partition and, in another embodiment, the latch mechanism is on the partition and the latch member moves into engagement with one of two different slots in the bottom wall of the tray, arranged so that the tray can be reversibly mounted.

Abstract: A garment-concealable jewelry case having a front opening with a front cover panel portion that can be either moved or configured to reveal a plurality of parallel-running isolated storage compartments each having an interior storage space which is accessible through a front opening revealed when the front cover panel is removed or reconfigured. Through the front opening of each storage compartment, one or more necklaces, pendants, bracelets or other strands of jewelry can be securely hung on a pair of jewelry support posts adapted for spatial separation on the back wall portion of the storage compartment in order to accommodate the length of jewelry strands being supported.

Abstract: A figured and patterned casing of a host computer is provided to increase the consumer's purchase options and further achieve the objective of promoting the industrial development and enhancing the merchandise sales volume; the present invention is mainly applied to a casing of a personal digital assistant (PDA), a desktop personal computer host unit, a notebook computer and a displayer for having an unique, attractive and extraordinary external style. In addition, through detachable casings with different figures and patterns, the consumer is capable of self-assembling the casing thereby increasing the variation and pleasure in application.

Abstract: Cabinetware having interchangeable features to facilitate partially or completely changing the appearance of the cabinets. The interchangeable features may include interchangeable cabinet doors, drawer fronts, toe kick plates, crown molding, decorative end panels, embellishments, and finished end panels used either alone or in combination with each other.

Abstract: An outer door panel for an appliance door assembly is provided which includes a frame comprising opposite lateral sides, an outer surface extending from the frame and bowed between the lateral sides, and a recessed control mounting surface extending from the outer surface between the lateral sides.

Abstract: An escutcheon for an appliance door assembly is provided. The escutcheon includes a control panel mounting surface comprising a lower edge, and a plurality of formations depending from said lower edge and defining a retaining slot.

Abstract: An apparatus which rotatably covers and exposes a computer monitor screen. Storage and display containers and shelves are affixed to the inside and or outside surfaces of the apparatus allowing a computer operator to store and display items.

Abstract: A magnetic decorative cover for metal office furniture. The cover is a lamination of a decorative layer to a magnetic sheet. The decorative layer is selected from a wide variety of materials to provide a desired appearance, to coordinate an office decor, or to blend office furniture together. Suitable decorative materials include fabric, vinyl, leather, wood veneer, marker-board surface, and high-pressure laminate. In the preferred manufacturing method, the laminated materials are laser cut and/or die cut to provide crisp, sharp, non-raveling edges.

Abstract: Connectors for attaching a false front panel over an opening in an object comprise a body portion that is configured to abut and attach to a rear side of the false front panel, and first and second snap clips that extend from the body portion and which are configured to engage opposing walls that define the opening in the object. These connectors may further include a third snap clip that extends from the body portion and that is configured to engage a third of the walls that defines the opening. The body portion of the connectors may extend the full width of the opening to be covered to facilitate alignment of the connector on the rear side of the false front panel.

Abstract: A dishwasher door assembly includes a frame, an inner door panel and a decorative outer door panel. The door is assembled by snap-fitting the inner door panel to the frame and then further snap-fitting the decorative outer panel over the frame. Thereafter, mechanical fasteners are inserted in aligned openings formed in the outer door panel, frame and inner door panel. This overall arrangement enables a consumer to select between various decorative outer door panels available to a retailer such that an outer door panel of a desired color and/or style can be sold with the overall dishwasher. The overall door assembly is preferably formed from plastic so as to be lightweight, yet structurally sound.

Abstract: Furniture pieces designed to span maturity of user from post-crib to adulthood by use of interchangeable panels. Furniture is comprised of a frame with interchangeable panels and backing panel that are connected by means of an attachment system. Interchangeable panels are of finishes with themes consistent with various age categories.

Abstract: A moulded copolymer door for built-in household electrical appliances to which a panel is to be adjustably connected to the door. The panel is configured to be adjusted in height, laterally and in depth. Adjustable mounting brackets are mounted on the door adjacent to undercuts on the vertical sides of said door and are accessible from a face of the door opposite of the panel through which the undercuts of the panel may be secured to the adjustable mounting brackets.

Abstract: A laptop computer appearance enhancement device for enhancing the appearance of a laptop computer lid includes at least one generally planar appearance enhancement applique having a generally flat lower surface and adhesive such as glue or the like applicable to one of the lower surface of the applique and a laptop computer lid for removably securing the applique to a laptop computer lid. A centering and aligning device having a generally planar top wall and at least one downwardly depending side wall mounted on the top wall adjacent an edge thereof further includes an applique application opening formed in the top wall of the centering and aligning device, the opening having dimensions approximately equal to the size of the applique.

Abstract: Methods and assemblies are described for displaying interchangeable graphics sheets on a display face of a merchandise cabinet such as a vending machine. The interchangeable sheets are stored on spool assemblies disposed within the cabinet and may be either manually or automatically manipulated in order to selectively register different graphics sheets within the display face of the vending machine. In a first embodiment, the graphics sheets have adhesive areas thereon in order to attach an old graphic sheet to a new graphic sheet to unwind the new graphic sheet from the spool assembly and position it into the display field on the face of the vending machine. The old graphics sheet functions as a leader for the new graphics sheet. In a second embodiment, the graphics sheets are provided with tear-off flexible leaders which are utilized to unwind the sheets from the storage spool assemblies and to position the graphics sheet into registry with the display fields on the face of the vending machine.

Abstract: A container with a pivotable top and a bottom form an enclosure which contains a book, such as a guidebook. The container may also contain a flat structure defining an inside sleeve for maps and an opening for a pull-out drawer which can be used to store a number of small articles. The container can be designed to have the size and appearance of a conventional brick.

Abstract: A garment-concealable jewelry case having a front opening with a front cover panel portion that can be either moved or configured to reveal a plurality of parallel-running isolated storage compartments each having an interior storage space which is accessible through a front opening revealed when the front cover panel is removed or reconfigured. Through the front opening of each storage compartment, one or more necklaces, pendants, bracelets or other strands of jewelry can be securely hung on a pair of jewelry support posts adapted for spatial separation on the back wall portion of the storage compartment in order to accommodate the length of jewelry strands being supported.

Abstract: A decorative trim assembly for unit doors on a motor control unit. The decorative trim assembly comprises individual bezels that provide information about the motor control unit while distinguishing the motor control unit from other motor control units. Posts project from the back surfaces of the bezels and are received in holes in the unit doors. Retaining clips frictionally engage the posts and secure the bezels to the unit doors. Additional bezels are modularly connected to the secured bezel. The secured bezel contains a camouflaged cutout member that allows access to the unit door latch when removed. The unit door may be hingeably attached to the motor control unit along one edge of the unit door, and the unit door may contain quarter-turn latches along an opposing edge to secure the unit door to the motor control unit.

Abstract: A display stand for displaying plants, ornamental items, merchandise or the like which can be quickly converted to provide a lighted artificial Christmas tree. The display stand includes an open upright triangular shaped assembly resembling the outline of a Christmas tree when viewed from the front or back of the display stand. The display stand structure includes a plurality of horizontally disposed display shelves within and supported by the triangular shaped assembly to provided surfaces upon which articles may be displayed thereon. The assembly includes a plurality of decorative electrical Christmas lights permanently disposed about the perimeter edges within front and rear facing channels with removable covers disposed thereover. The covers may be removed to reveal the decorative lights so that the display stand is converted to resembling a lighted Christmas tree.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an adjustable, retractable, and expandable plastic or cardboard cover frame, for example made of natural or synthetic wood grain or metallic finish, that would fit around a computer, television, VCR, or other electronic component, so as to mask the view of unsightly appliances and provide a decorative touch to the room. The product is produced with several types of fine wood and metallic finishes, allowing the user to choose a model that compliments or matches the furniture in their environment. In one embodiment the adjustable frame would come in several sizes and would be expandable or retractable to accommodate any size computer CPU, computer monitor, matching keyboard cover, television, VCR, as well as stereo equipment. The three dimensional ability to expand in height, width, and depth would allow the various sized models to adjust to fit virtually any size electronic component, and would fold flat for ease of packaging and manufacture.

Abstract: Connectors for attaching a false front panel over an opening in an object comprise a body portion that is configured to abut and attach to a rear side of the false front panel, and first and second snap clips that extend from the body portion and which are configured to engage opposing walls that define the opening in the object. These connectors may further include a third snap clip that extends from the body portion and that is configured to engage a third of the walls that defines the opening. The body portion of the connectors may extend the full width of the opening to be covered to facilitate alignment of the connector on the rear side of the false front panel.

Abstract: A rectangular drawer has an upstanding partition extending between the drawer side walls and dividing the drawer into front and rear compartments. A rectangular tray has a bottom wall and upstanding front, rear and opposed side walls, the tray side walls having lateral flanges at their upper edges, slidably supported on upper edges of the drawer side walls for movement of the tray between an open and closed positions, respectively uncovering and covering one of the compartments. A key-actuated lock mechanism locks the tray to the partition in the closed position. In one embodiment, the lock mechanism is mounted forwardly of the tray and has a movable latch member movable into engagement in a slot in the partition and, in another embodiment, the latch mechanism is on the partition and the latch member moves into engagement with one of two different slots in the bottom wall of the tray, arranged so that the tray can be reversibly mounted.

Abstract: A laptop computer appearance enhancement device for enhancing the appearance of a laptop computer lid includes at least one generally planar appearance enhancement applique having a generally flat lower surface and adhesive such as glue or the like applicable to one of the lower surface of the applique and a laptop computer lid for removably securing the applique to a laptop computer lid. A centering and aligning device having a generally planar top wall and at least one downwardly depending side wall mounted on the top wall adjacent an edge thereof further includes an applique application opening formed in the top wall of the centering and aligning device, the opening having dimensions approximately equal to the size of the applique.

Abstract: A housing with outer framing attached thereto comprising a cabinet adapted for containing government controlled or operated equipment, said housing comprising a top, a bottom, and generally flat outer vertical surfaces, wherein attached to each outer vertical surface is a framing having at least about the same dimensions of that vertical surface, and wherein said framing is adapted to hold and display visual indicia; a method for protecting such cabinets with such housings; a method for displaying visual indicia on such cabinets with such housings; and a business method involving contracting with a government entity for the right to use government owned or controlled equipment.

Abstract: A control element for switching and controlling an electrical appliance having a cover panel includes a support (4) for receiving a top part, which can be attached and removed. The support can be glued onto the front panel (2), which need have no openings. Elements (14, 15, 16, 17) are in the top part for causing an indirect control transmission through the front panel, with sensors (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 21, 22) behind the front panel (2) electrically sensing the indirect control transmissions and carrying out operational functions of the electrical appliance.

Abstract: The in-flight meal service cart 1 is equipped with a box-shaped main body 10 composed of a special fireproof material, a plurality of connecting means 110 provided to at least both outer side wall surfaces of the main body, and a cover body 50 composed of cloth for covering at least both side wall surfaces and an upper surface of the box-shaped main body, and the cover body 50 is constituted detachably from said main body 10. And, the cover body 50 is detached from said main body 10 of the meal server at least during takeoff and landing of an aircraft, so that a special fireproof material is exposed as outer wall surfaces 11A, 11B and 13 of the box-shaped main body. The cover body 50 is a cloth provided at the surface thereof with an advertising function portion for indicating advertising graphics, or advertising phrases 60.

Abstract: A frame for a cabinetry door and a facing for a dresser drawer are disclosed which utilize a log construction of sorts, and thus are particularly desirable for use with log homes. Each of the cabinetry door frame and the drawer facing utilize an at least generally convexly-shaped front surface so as to appear to be formed from a log. Further contributing to the log construction appearance of the cabinetry door frame and drawer facing is the use of larger dimensions for the cabinetry door frame and drawer facing. In this regard, the cabinetry door frame and drawer facing each may utilize piece of wood with is continuously arcuate extending between a pair of longitudinally extending sides, which in turn are spaced by a distance of at least about 3 inches.

Abstract: A cover for a computer monitor housing having a visual display screen is disclosed. The cover includes a containment member having a top panel and a pair of side panels attached thereto. The containment member is substantially constructed of fabric material and is adapted to receive at least a portion of the computer monitor housing. Coupled to the top panel and the side panels of the containment member is a front panel adapted to overlay the screen of the computer monitor housing. Further, a plurality of appendages are attached to the containment member.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a toy refrigerator with a body and a door that has an activity surface, which is either a metallic surface or a writing surface, such as a whiteboard. The body and the door is made either from plastic material or from wood. The activity surface is used as a space to teach children through use of additional play items such as magnetized alphabets or figures. The activity surface is alternatively used as writing or drawing or posting surface.

Abstract: A garment-concealable jewelry case having a front opening with a front cover panel portion that can be either moved or configured to reveal a plurality of parallel-running isolated storage compartments each having an interior storage space which is accessible through a front opening revealed when the front cover panel is removed or reconfigured. Through the front opening of each storage compartment, one or more necklaces, pendants, bracelets or other strands of jewelry can be securely hung on a pair of jewelry support posts adapted for spatial separation on the back wall portion of the storage compartment in order to accommodate the length of jewelry strands being supported.

Abstract: A profiled frame for a switchgear cabinet with an inner profiled section and an outer profiled section. The inner profiled section is made from a sheet steel blank and is or can have fastening receivers, on which built-ins can be fixed in place in an interior of the switchgear cabinet. The profiled frame can be visually individualized if the outer profiled section is designed as an extruded profiled section and has one or several ornamented surfaces oriented toward the exterior of the switchgear cabinet.

Abstract: A storage device for a video display which includes an appropriately sized furniture-grade cabinet and a two-way mirror. The cabinet permits the video display to be positioned in an elevated location, permitting the video display to be comfortably viewed from a recumbent position. When the video display is not in use, the two-way mirror conceals its presence. However, when the video display is in use, the light produced by the display is transmitted through the mirror, permitting the video display to be viewed through the two-way mirror. The material from which two-way mirror is constructed permits infra-red signals from remote control device for the video equipment to travel through the two-way mirror and control the video equipment. The functionality of the storage device is further enhanced through the incorporation of several other features, including adjustable shelves and drawers.

Abstract: A concealable jewelry box for attaching to the back surface of furniture such as drawers, a mirror or a similar item. The device includes a substantially rectangular housing having a planar front surface, a planar back surface, a top panel, a lower panel, a side panel and an opening opposite the side panel. A drawer component for holding jewelry items is slidably received within the housing interior and is locked therein with a spring biased catch member. The housing side panel is pivotable and has a spring thereon that releases the catch member and ejects the drawer through the housing opening.

Abstract: A cabinet front for a cabinet includes a generally planar base portion and a frame portion having a recessed portion and a securing portion, wherein the securing portion is fixedly mounted to the base portion. A channel is formed between the frame portion, the securing portion and the base portion. The cabinet front includes a reversible, decorative panel slidably positioned within the channel.

Abstract: Furniture for containing computer equipment is disclosed, where the computer equipment can be concealed when not in use. The furniture is in the form of a desk or table which has at least one normal drawer and at least one false drawer front which can be moved relative to or removed from the furniture (desk, credenza and so on). Computer equipment is mounted in the furniture carcass. When the equipment is in use, the false front is pivoted downward or removed, thereby exposing the equipment for easy access, for example via the disc ports. When not in use, the false drawer is positioned vertically and is fabricated to match the front of the normal drawer in appearance.

Abstract: A new combination table and desk for combining functions of a desk and a table. The inventive device includes a base portion having a desktop disposed thereon. The desktop has a generally rectangular configuration. The desktop has a pair of storage containers. A table top portion is coupled with an upper surface of the desktop. The table top portion includes a plurality of sections hingedly coupled together at side edges thereof. The plurality of sections fold one over another to expose the desktop.

Abstract: A multi-use children's play set in the form of a simulated vehicle having an elongated, hollow body with front and rear ends and a pair of sides. One side is designed so as to have a plurality of openings with drawers slidably held therein. One of the drawers holds a futon, and a door is provided in the one side to allow a child to enter and exit from a seating area in the interior of the vehicle. A desk and seat for play or writing is provided at one end, while the front end is hollow and may be used for storage or to hold a further futon or mattress. One or more doors may be provided in the hollow front end of the vehicle to allow access into and out of the hollow interior thereof.

Abstract: A furniture having a concealed drawer with a dual stage locking mechanism for storing and locking particular items in a manner such as to allow two levels of security. The furniture includes a front drawer that is revealed. The front drawer is received within a receptacle defined by a lateral partition disposed proximately at the center of the furniture and a pair of oppositely disposed side aprons. The lateral partition serves to hide the concealed drawer in the event the front drawer is removed. A stop is pivotally mounted to the upper end of the back wall of the front drawer in order to limit the forward travel of the front drawer out of the receptacle. A concealed drawer is disposed behind the lateral partition and on either side or the rear of the furniture. The face of the concealed drawer is configured to look identical to an opposing apron of the furniture, thereby disguising the concealed drawer to anyone who is unaware of its presence.

Abstract: Disclosed is a decorative panel for attachment to the exterior of a computer enclosure including a fastener receiving portion for facilitating attachment of the decorative panel to an outer surface of the computer enclosure, a plurality of irregular geometric shaped surface depressions on a first surface of the decorative panel fixed in an ornamental arrangement, and at least one bore which extends completely through the decorative panel adapted to allow air to flow through the decorative panel and into an interior of the computer enclosure.

Abstract: A household appliance has a panel that is disposed on the front of the appliance and optionally has control and display elements. The panel has a panel body that receives the control and display elements and striplike laminations mounted along a lower peripheral zone of the panel body. In order to ensure that the panel is simple in construction and the laminations can be combined simply and reliably with one another and with the panel body, the laminations are joined to one another and to the panel body solely by a detent device.

Abstract: A furniture model system is provided including at least one model furniture piece having a three dimensional rectilinear configuration and a picture on each of the faces thereof which simulate an associated view of a related furniture piece.

Abstract: Enclosure panel for a mobile computer, the enclosure panel including a panel housing coupled to a portion of the mobile computer. In one embodiment, the panel housing is non-detachably coupled to an attachment plate that is coupled to the mobile computer. The enclosure panel can have cosmetic or functional attributes or both. To achieve cosmetic individuality, the enclosure panel housing is made of a durable substance like transparent or colorful plastic or stainless steel, or is covered by a textile, vinyl, leather, or elastomeric material. Functional attributes include enclosure panels with pouches for storage, additional electronic component configurability, a solar power source, or a transporting means. The enclosure panel housing is interchangeable with other enclosure panel housings, providing the user with reconfigurability of a mobile computer design.

Abstract: Disclosed is a combination-type hiding sideboard with movable cabinets. The sideboard comprises a body and a plurality of movable cabinets. The space of the body is divided into a ornamental area and a hidden area which can not be seen and accessible to ordinary people when locked. Many articles can be stored in the hidden area so as not to be stolen by a thief.

Abstract: Disclosed is a dishwasher door and panel assembly including one or more decorator panels that are retained between two vertical flanges along the front of a dishwasher. The assembly includes a brace member and a trim piece that extend along the bottom periphery of the dishwasher door. The decorator panels are removed by releasing the trim piece from the brace member and sliding one or more of the panels out of engagement from the front of the dishwasher door.

Abstract: A decorative cabinet door assembly (10) for providing an aesthetically pleasing and easily repairable outer surface for a cabinet. The door (10) includes a frame member (14) having an open section (20) disposed therewithin. A removable center panel (22) is disposed within the open section (20) and includes an array of tiles (24) disposed thereon. The tiles (24) are attached to the panel (22) by a resilient adhesive (62).

Abstract: A video cassette recorder casing includes a panel provided with one or more fitting holes, a front door provided with a same number of supporting bosses at its lower part as that of the fitting holes, each of the bosses having an inserting hole, and a same number of detachable clasps as that of the fitting holes. Each of the clasps is divided into a head, a body and a tail portions, the head portion being M-shaped, the tail portion provided with a pair of pins, one end of each of the pins fixed to the tail portion and the other end thereof being free in such a way that the pair of pins are inserted into one of the inserting holes of the supporting bosses. The front door is attached to the panel by fitting each of the clasps into each of its corresponding fitting holes of the panel.

Abstract: A panel is provided for use in the fabrication of cabinet doors, the face portion of drawers and the like which comprises a combination of two resin materials, one of which has a selected color, which are simultaneously cured within a mold to form recesses and raised portions of essentially any desired ornamental design.

Abstract: A lower front for water coolers for reducing the expense and labor of renovating different brands of used water coolers. In one of its aspects, the apparatus comprises new front panel elements that are substantially identical to each other, and are shaped and adapted to replace corresponding used front panel elements on the used water coolers even though such used front panel elements, and related parts, are different from each other.