Artificial Slate Formed Of Plural Constituents Patents (Class 434/425)
  • Patent number: 11697053
    Abstract: A tactical board includes embedded magnets secured therewithin the tactical board. A transparent cover overlays the magnets and substrate. A stylus is provided to manipulate the position of the magnets on the substrate. The tactical board preferably includes indicia in the form of common sorts playing surfaces or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Inventors: Zbigniew Piatkiewicz, Michael Lupenec
  • Patent number: 11135869
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a recreation supplies container. The container comprises a body having a substantially triangular cross section defined by a first surface, a second surface, an inclined surface, a first flat surface adjoining operative top ends of the first surface and the inclined surface, and a second flat surface adjoining an operative bottom end of the inclined surface and a free end of the second surface; a first plurality of cavities is configured on the inclined surface, wherein the first plurality of cavities have a rectangular configuration; a second plurality of cavities is configured on the first flat surface, wherein the second plurality of cavities have a circular cross section; a working platform provided within the second flat surface, wherein the working platform is drawn out in an operational configuration thereof; a storage space defined by the surfaces of the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2021
    Inventor: William Lundelius
  • Patent number: 10416549
    Abstract: A glass board projection system includes a support board having a front surface with a defined area extending a length and a width; an anti-glare projector board composed of a glass material and that is removably secured to the support board, the projector board having a thickness extending from a front surface to a back surface; an attachment device rigidly attached to and protruding from the back surface of the anti-glare projector board and configured to removably attach to the front surface of the support board; and a gap formed between the support board and the anti-glare projector board, the gap being formed by the attachment device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Inventors: Dony Dawson, Keven Kirk
  • Patent number: 9561416
    Abstract: A net boundary indicator can comprise a strap comprising an inside surface and an outside surface opposite the inside surface. A reinforcing member can comprise a top end and a bottom end, the reinforcing member being attached along a length of the inside surface of the strap. A top clip can be coupled to the strap adjacent the top end of the reinforcing member. A bottom clip can be coupled to the strap adjacent the bottom end of the reinforcing member. A first sleeve can be attached along a length of a surface of the strap. An aligning device can be coupled to the surface of the strap below the first sleeve and in-line with the first sleeve, and a bubble level can be coupled to the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Inventors: Gregory Paul Gesicki, Erin Marie Gesicki, Terese Marie Gesicki
  • Publication number: 20150104779
    Abstract: A furniture object includes a writable element. The writable element is configured to provide for nonpermanent markings. The writable element is integral to the structure and/or the functionality of the furniture object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: Night and Day Furniture LLC
    Inventors: Steve KINGSTON, Mike GALLAWA, Howard PORTER, Joel GROSSMAN
  • Publication number: 20150024370
    Abstract: A dry-wipe whiteboard capable of pasting repeatedly for use with both solvent-based pens and water-based pens comprises a whiteboard layer, a plastic layer, a permanent adhesive layer, a plastic carrier layer, and an elastic adhesive layer. The whiteboard is light weight and easily portable and can be used at any time and in any location. The whiteboard includes a whiteboard exterior layer that can be written on by solvent-based or water-based whiteboard pens without limits and is dry erasable. The whiteboard can be affixed to the wall, wood surface, iron surface, plastic surface, ceramic tile surface, glass surface, or any other selected surface through its elastic adhesive layer. The whiteboard can be removed according to the need of the user, without any damage to the contact surface. The whiteboard can be removed from the wall, glass surface or other contact surfaces without any damage or adhesive residue remaining thereafter to affect the appearance of the wall surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2014
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Applicant: Shurtech Brands, LLC
    Inventor: Hasting G. Chen
  • Patent number: 8303749
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a method for manufacturing composite film. The method includes the following steps: a substrate is provided; an interface agent is uniformly spread on the substrate; a silicone compound is uniformly spread on the interface agent; a first mold processed with sandblasting is provided; the substrate and the silicone compound are disposed inside the first mold so that the silicone compound is contacted to the inner surface of the first mold; the substrate and the silicone compound are vulcanized by a predetermined time; afterward, a composite film with a writing layer and the substrate is formed. The present invention is characterized in that the silicone compound is uniformly mixed with 37.5% of first silicone, 37.5% of second silicone and 25% of dimethicone; the glass sand is composed of particles with diameter of 75±25 ?m and 125±25 ?m by proportion of 1:9.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Inventor: Chien-Hung Lee
  • Patent number: 7632103
    Abstract: The invention provides a modular board arrangement that may be easily transported and assembled. The board arrangement comprises a plurality of boards and individual frame members that can be assembled in a variety of ways to provide a desired arrangement. The board arrangement may additionally comprise side frame members and/or a tray. The board arrangement is expandable to a desired length by adjacently adding additional board and frame units. Multiple board and frame units may be connected to one another by a transition piece. A connector may be provided for attaching an object such as the tray to the board arrangement. A removable faceplate may also be provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2009
    Assignee: General Binding Corporation
    Inventors: Theodore G. Williams, Thomas Dunlap, Jr., Steven J. Beno
  • Publication number: 20090298041
    Abstract: A writing board is provided. The writing board includes a writing layer, a plastic base, and a sticking layer. The mark on the writing layer can be erased, so the writing layer is rewritable. The plastic base is disposed under the writing layer. The sticking layer is disposed under the plastic base. The stickiness of the sticking layer can be restored by rinsing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2009
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Inventor: Chien-Hung Lee
  • Patent number: 6468666
    Abstract: A magnetically active laminate is disclosed. The magnetically active laminate is composed of a resin impregnated layer bonded to a distinct, magnetically active sheet. The laminate is especially well suited for use in the construction of erasable markerboards and cubicle panels, although many applications are possible within the scope of the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2002
    Assignee: Premark RWP Holdings, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert R. Krebs, Ernest L. Phelps
  • Patent number: 6241528
    Abstract: An improved reusable writing tablet, having raised document guides that define a document support surface, and a method for affixing and removing a cover sheet over the document support surface, where said document guides define a means to allow the insertion of tabs defined by a cover sheet, so that a cover sheet is held securely in place, and is easily removable from the base to allow the placement of documents between said cover sheet and the document support surface, and where said documents are viewed through the cover sheet, and are prevented from sideways movement by the cover sheet and raised document guides.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2001
    Inventor: Edwin C. Myers
  • Patent number: 6139331
    Abstract: A board base provides a storage and display unit for a plurality of markable white erasable presentation panels. Such presentation panels can be used with erasable marker pens. The board base can display one presentation panel and store four additional presentation panels. The board base can be adapted to permit either first side removal, second side removal, or top side removal. Set screws are provided for releasably securing these members. Indicia, such as color coded or numbered tabs permit ready identification by the user, and provide an accessible manual gripping portion for removal of each presentation panel. In operation, a selected presentation panel is removed from the framework in the board base, and the presentation panel is inserted into a front presentation slot in the lower track member. The presentation panel is positioned flush with the front board for ease of marking and viewing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2000
    Inventor: Mike C. Owen
  • Patent number: 5422155
    Abstract: A laminated composite noteboard using smoothly finished, glossy surface plastic material for the surface laminate(s), provides an efficient and convenient writing or marking surface for writing or marking implements such as erasable felt tip pens and the like. The noteboard may include a core of a variety of materials, such as fiberboard, chipboard, or hard or soft wood plywood, and may use a variety of surface laminate sheets to provide the required smooth finish. The edges may be finished in a variety of ways, from the rounding or relieving of corners to eliminate sharp corners and edges, to sealing and/or installing decorative trim to preclude moisture absorption and warpage. The opposite or non-writing side of the noteboard is also preferably sealed, but may be sealed by using a second glossy finish overlay to provide two opposite writing surfaces, if desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 1993
    Date of Patent: June 6, 1995
    Inventor: Daniel D. Spence, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5368489
    Abstract: A luminescent writing or display device and method of manufacturing the same which includes a transparent vinyl sheet containing a fluorescent or neon dye and an opaque sheet made from coated paperboard stock. An acrylic resin varnish is provided on a portion of the paperboard stock for forming a contact surface with the vinyl on which an image may be created by applying pressure thereto. The image is readily erased by separating the sheets. Another portion of the paperboard stock receives printing inks for providing a permanent ink display on a header portion of the device. The device may be manufactured in a continuous process at a reduced cost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 29, 1994
    Assignee: Procorp. Inc.
    Inventors: Peter A. Confalone, Jr., Ronald W. Dart
  • Patent number: 5249969
    Abstract: A luminescent writing or display device and method of manufacturing the same which includes a transparent vinyl sheet containing a fluorescent or neon dye and an opaque sheet made from coated paperboard stock. An acrylic resin varnish is provided on a portion of the paperboard stock for forming a contact surface with the vinyl on which an image may be created by applying pressure thereto. The image is readily erased by separating the sheets. Another portion of the paperboard stock receives printing inks for providing a permanent ink display on a header portion of the device. The device may be manufactured in a continuous process at a reduced cost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 5, 1993
    Assignee: Procorp, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter A. Confalone, Jr., Ronald W. Dart
  • Patent number: 4988301
    Abstract: A writing and display device for producing luminescent images upon application of pressure includes an opaque backing member which is coated to render the backing member with a smooth surface at least on one side thereof. The smooth surface of the backing member is laminated with a flexible plastic sheeting. A translucent or transparent sheet which contains a luminescent dye or pigment is disposed adjacent to and coextensive with the backing member. Upon application of pressure onto the sheet, the interfacing surfaces adhere to each other to thereby produce a luminescent image.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 1989
    Date of Patent: January 29, 1991
    Inventor: Benjamin Kinberg
  • Patent number: 4978568
    Abstract: A flexible writing surface including a coated flexible substrate having a dust collecting cuff around the perimeter thereof to prevent the scattering of chalk dust during use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1989
    Date of Patent: December 18, 1990
    Assignee: Hach Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert C. Postma