Abstract: A laparoscopic scalpel includes a shaft and a recess disposed in a surface of the shaft proximal to a distal end of the shaft. A blade is attached to the shaft. The blade includes a cutting edge having a portion exposed by the recess and oriented outwardly from the recess. A proximal end of the portion of the cutting edge exposed by the recess is disposed further from the surface than is a distal end of the portion of the cutting edge exposed by the recess.

Abstract: A laparoscopic scalpel includes a shaft and a recess disposed in a surface of the shaft proximal to a distal end of the shaft. A blade is attached to the shaft. The blade includes a cutting edge having a portion exposed by the recess and oriented outwardly from the recess. A proximal end of the portion of the cutting edge exposed by the recess is disposed further from the surface than is a distal end of the portion of the cutting edge exposed by the recess.

Abstract: A laparoscopic scalpel includes a shaft and a recess disposed in a surface of the shaft proximal to a distal end of the shaft. A blade is attached to the shaft. The blade includes a cutting edge having a portion exposed by the recess and oriented outwardly from the recess. A proximal end of the portion of the cutting edge exposed by the recess is disposed further from the surface than is a distal end of the portion of the cutting edge exposed by the recess.

Abstract: An improved multi-tool assembly which includes a housing that extends between opposing first and second longitudinal ends is provided. The multi-tool assembly further includes a blade which is partially disposed within the housing and which projects out of the first longitudinal end of the housing. The housing has a slot which opens to the second longitudinal end of the housing and at least one tool engaging element disposed at least partially within the slot of releasably securing a tool in the slot at the second longitudinal end of the housing such that the tool projects out of the second longitudinal end of the housing.

Abstract: A pencil-sharpener tool for carpenter pencils includes a housing, a pencil-tip-insertion hole, and a hex-bit-drive hole. The pencil-tip-insertion hole may configured in to receive a portion of a carpenter pencil. The hex-bit-drive hole may extend at least partially through the housing opposite the pencil-tip-insertion hole. The hex-bit-drive hole may also be in axial alignment with the pencil-tip-insertion hole and the central axis of the housing. The housing, the pencil-tip insertion hole, and the hex-bit-drive hole may be in fixed relation to each other, and may move in unison when the hex bit is inserted inside the hex-bit-drive hole and rotates clockwise or counterclockwise.

Abstract: A multipurpose string line tool having an inner tube slideable within an outer tube provided with an attached bottom end cap and a removable upper end cap whereby a storage space for small construction implements can be stored within the inner tube. A line string is wrapped around the outer tube. The outer tube with the line string wrapped there-around is designed so that it can easily spin around the inner tube thereby providing a free release of the line string. The free end of the line string can be locked within an annular space between the outer tube and a cylindrical stopper by the upper end cap at the upper end of the multipurpose tool. A small opening can be provided in the upper end cap and a pencil sharpener fixed to an inner surface of said upper end cap in alignment with the small opening.

Abstract: A stapler includes a base and a stapler remover. The base defines a receiving room. The receiving room receives backup staples. The stapler remover is rotatably mounted on the base. The staple remover includes a tilting portion, which is located out of the base. The tilting portion is configured to be arranged in different positions with respect to the base.

Abstract: A tape dispenser with paper cutting tool is disclosed. The tape dispenser with paper cutter includes a blade and paper guide tine integrally formed with a tape dispenser housing. Additional capabilities can be added such as a ribbon curler and a glue stick. The tool can be used for multiple purposes when wrapping gifts, craft projects, or performing other office or home tasks.

Abstract: A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable device; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body.

Abstract: A modular tool having a cutting end and a writing end. The cutting end comprises a retractable utility knife. The marking end comprises marker (an ink pen, a highlighter, a marker, or a wax pencil), a pocket clip, and a cap. The cutting end and the writing end are removably rigidly connected, and either end can be modularly replaced. The system includes a kit comprising the tool with replacement blades and multiple markers, and a method of using the modular tool.

Abstract: In one embodiment of the present invention, a power tool includes a housing having a first opening formed therein with a motor being contained within the housing. The tool includes a device for sharpening a writing implement. The sharpening device is at least partially contained within the housing and accessible through the first opening which permits the writing implement to be inserted into the sharpening device. The sharpening device is operatively connected to the motor such that operation of the motor drives the sharpening device.

Abstract: A letter opening device for use with a writing instrument having a writing end and a distal end includes an elongate clip and a protrusion generally perpendicular from the elongate clip for operative coupling to the writing instrument. The letter opening device also includes a cutting blade extending between the elongate clip and the protrusion to open a letter when the letter is passed between the elongate clip and the writing instrument from the distal end toward said writing end. The protrusion may alternatively be coupled to a sleeve for removable attachment to the writing instrument.

Abstract: The invention is a tape dispenser having a ribbon tool accessory that can be removed from and stored within the tape dispenser. The ribbon tool has both a cutting blade and a ribbon splitter integrated into the tool.

Abstract: A pencil sharpener case has a rotatable cover which covers a mechanical pencil sharpener. In one position, the cover may be rotatably retracted to provide access to the pencil sharpener. The case also mounts an eraser which may be used when the pencil sharpener is covered.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stapler having various operation modes, as well as methods for switching the stapler among the operation modes. The stapler includes a primary staple magazine, a secondary staple magazine, a staple selector, a drive blade selector and a cover. The primary and secondary magazines respectively contain primary and secondary staples. The staple selector and the drive blade selector are movable for switching the stapler between primary and secondary staple modes. The stapler also includes a perforation for performing a perforating operation, and a switch for securing the stapler in a collapsed, compact form to simplify storage thereof. The stapler is switchable among a primary staple mode, a secondary staple mode, a perforation mode and a storage mode by means of the staple selector and the drive blade selector.

Abstract: A multi-tasking utility tool comprising a body; a knife compartment coupled to the body, wherein the knife compartment contains a cutting tool, the cutting tool configured to extend out from the knife compartment; and a cartridge unit coupled to the body, the cartridge unit having a first writing instrument and a second writing instrument, wherein the first writing instrument and the second writing instrument are positioned opposite from one another, the cartridge unit rotatable between a first position and a second position, further wherein the first writing instrument is positioned within the body in the first position and extends away from the body in the second position.

Abstract: The present invention resides in a multi-function tool which combines a staple remover with a letter opener and a screwdriver. The letter opener is formed integrally with the elongated body of the staple remover. The screwdriver has a removable shaft including a slotted drive end and a crosshead drive end on a hex-shaft which is insertable into a mated hex cavity on the body of the staple remover.

Abstract: A multi-purpose opener including a head portion having a top side, a bottom side and a tip, the head portion being connected to a handle at a first angle. The head portion includes a curved member protruding from the top side of the head portion and an elongate hook-like member protruding from the bottom side. A pronged element is provided protruding from the tip of the head portion.

Abstract: A letter opener-clip unit for use with an elongated handheld instrument. The generally elongated clip defines thereon an elongated and substantially U-shaped groove along a longitudinal symmetry axis thereof for accepting paper therein for cut. The groove is open at a first clip end where the clip is attached to the instrument and closed at a point on the clip proximate a second clip end to divide the clip into two branches separated by the groove. In the preferred embodiment, a pair of triangular shaped cutting members are opposingly disposed on the respective branches adjacent the first clip end, partly protruding into the groove to form a wedge at which the paper is cut as it moves within the groove from the second clip end toward the first clip end.

Abstract: An improvement to a writing instrument with stylus, a pocket clip and an integrated letter-opening blade. The improvement consists of locating the letter-opening blade in the pocket clip of the pen. The blade is prevented from cutting the pocket of the user due to a blade protector that is mechanically linked to the mechanism that extends and retracts with the marking or writing tip. In an alternate embodiment, the blade is located on the opposite side of the pocket clip. The extending and retracting mechanism can be a variety of types including twists press, sliding. The stylus provides input to a PDA, touch screen or other tactile input device. Another embodiment includes a letter opener with a stylus.

Abstract: A four-in-one multi-component combination tool which has a combination of four features all combined into one tool to facilitate enclosing cartons and boxes such as parcel packages and also has the added features of a box cutter to cut up unused boxes and also a marker to mark the box or package after it is enclosed. The invention includes a tape roll assembly, a built-in extendable and retractable blade knife which functions as a box cutter, a stapler and an extendable and retractable marker, which are integrated to effectively and conveniently assist in packaging activities.

Abstract: A handy tool pen is mainly constituted, for example, to write a brief summary and to implement a repair of hardware equipment. A hollow shaft 20 has a working end at a proximal end, where a hole axially formed through a center. A handwriting instrument of the refills is thereby stretched out from the working end, or retracted in the working end. When the handwriting instrument stretched out from the hole can write well, while the handwriting instrument retracted in the working end, which can implement a repair for hardware equipment. As well known, a spring fit around a circular cylindrical surface of the refills can urge the refills descend downward to stretch out the handwriting instrument to write, and also can urge the refills elevate upward to retract in the working end, which use for repairing office equipment or even hardware.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stapler having various operation modes, as well as methods for switching the stapler among the operation modes. The stapler includes a primary staple magazine, a secondary staple magazine, a staple selector, a drive blade selector and a cover. The primary and secondary magazines respectively contain primary and secondary staples. The staple selector and the drive blade selector are movable for switching the stapler between primary and secondary staple modes. The stapler also includes a perforation for performing a perforating operation, and a switch for securing the stapler in a collapsed, compact form to simplify storage thereof. The stapler is switchable among a primary staple mode, a secondary staple mode, a perforation mode and a storage mode by means of the staple selector and the drive blade selector.

Abstract: An improvement to a writing instrument with stylus, a pocket clip and an integrated letter-opening blade. The improvement consists of locating the letter-opening blade in the pocket clip of the pen. The blade is prevented from cutting the pocket of the user due to a blade protector that is mechanically linked to the mechanism that extends and retracts with the marking or writing tip. In an alternate embodiment, the blade is located on the opposite side of the pocket clip. The extending and retracting mechanism can be a variety of types including twist, press, sliding. The stylus provides input to a PDA, touch screen or other tactile input device. Another embodiment includes a letter opener with a stylus.

Abstract: A combination device incorporating stapling and tape dispensing functions. The combination device has a conventional stapler comprising stapling and staple-forming legs, and a roll-shaped tape dispenser disposed within a cavity defined on an upper surface of the stapling leg. The cavity is permanently exposed to an exterior of the device for retaining a roll-shaped tape of various size, and for quick access thereto. It further has an ergonomically contoured hand grip on each leg and advertising material imprinted disposed on at least one its outer surface.

Abstract: A desk or office accessory, such as an adhesive tape dispenser, has a base holding one, two, or more smaller office sub-components or devices that may be removed from the base, used as preferred, and then optionally returned or reattached to the base. The sub-components may be, for example, a calculator, a staple remover, a letter opener, etc. The sub-components may be attached to the base via magnets, Velcro hook and loop tape, fasteners, adhesive areas, etc. The base may include areas intended be printed with or holding an image, such as a photograph, artwork, corporate logo, etc.

Abstract: An electric pencil sharpener is accommodated in a front part of a lower housing. An electric stapler is accommodated in an upper housing including a shared surface that is used as a top face of the lower housing, as its bottom face. A power transformer for supplying DC power to the electric stapler is arranged in a rear part of the lower housing. The shared surface also serves as a paper table used for guiding a bundle of paper into the electric stapler. A caulking plate for bending both legs of a staple that is made to penetrate through the bundle of paper by a hammer is provided on the shared surface. Since the electric stapler is arranged in an upper part and the electric pencil sharpener is arranged in a lower part, it is possible to provide an electric stapler with pencil sharpener in which cutting waste generated by sharpening a pencil does not affect the stapling operation and good stability is achieved because of a lowered weight balance and which requires only a small installation area on a desk.

Abstract: A stationery assembly includes a body and a partition formed on a bottom of the body for closing the body. A sound device is received in the chamber. A stapler is upwardly secured on a bottom of the body. A lighting device is mounted in a front end of the body. A first trough is defined in a top of the body. A second trough and a third trough are respectively defined in two opposite sides of the body. A first insertion, a second insertion and a third insertion are respectively and partially inserted into the first trough, the second trough and the third trough. A fourth trough is defined in a rear end of the body and a fourth insertion is partially inserted into the fourth trough. The body, the first insertion, the second insertion, the third insertion and the fourth insertion are assembled to form a dolphin model.

Abstract: A tool device includes a number of tool members and enclosing members selectively attachable to either of two ends of a housing, a tool element slidably received in the housing and movable out through the enclosing member, and a moving device attached to the tool element for moving the tool element into and out of the housing or the enclosing member. A follower is slidably received in the housing and coupled to the tool element, and a knob is coupled to the follower for moving the follower and the tool element relative to the housing. A positioning device may position the tool element to the housing. An additional tool device may be selectively attached to the housing.

Abstract: A stapler and detachable accessory combination includes a stapler having a base with an accessory storage chamber. A detachable accessory defines an operating end, a non-operating end, and a grasping portion intermediate the operating and non-operating ends. The detachable accessory is insertable into and removable from the storage chamber such that the operating end leads during insertion into the storage chamber and the non-operating end leads during removal from the storage chamber. The accessory can be a staple remover, a hole punch, a pencil sharpener, or other office tool.

Abstract: An improvement to a writing instrument with a pocket clip and an integrated letter-opening blade. The improvement consists of locating the letter-opening blade in the pocket clip of the pen. The blade is prevented from cutting the pocket of the user due to a blade protector that is mechanically linked to the mechanism that extends and retracts with the marking or writing tip. In an alternate embodiment, the blade is located on the opposite side of the pocket clip. The extending and retracting mechanism can be a variety of types including twist, press, sliding.

Abstract: A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable device; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body.

Abstract: An optic disk opener includes an elongate stem having an end defining an interior space receiving a spring-biased sharp member that is extendible out of the space by being manually driven, against the biasing force, to physically engaging an optic disk pack that is wrapped with a plastic film, whereby when the opener is moved along an edge of the optic disk pack, the sharp blade breaks the film. Two spaced flanges are formed on the first end to receive the edge of the optic disk pack and guide the movement of the opener. An elongate member is pivoted to the first end and movable between an operation position where a soft layer attached to a surface of the elongate member is exposed to wipe and clean an optic disk and a stowed position where the elongate member overlaps the stem to shield the soft layer.

Abstract: A combination stapler, tape dispenser and flag dispenser includes a stapler having a housing including first and second arms joined together at a pivot. The first and second arms each have a distal end having a flat surface configured to permit the stapler to stand generally vertically on the flat surfaces. Also included is a tape dispenser disposed in the housing adjacent a proximal end of the first arm, and a flag dispenser disposed in the housing adjacent a proximal end of the second arm. The tape dispenser and the flag dispenser are positioned along the length of the first and second arms to outwardly oppose each other.

Abstract: A multipurpose hand-held implement, comprising at least two components which can be locked in a closed position and then form a compact, essentially closed body, in the case of which the two components, with preferably confluent contours, are directed towards one another. In the closed position, the body forms the handle for actuating utensils, such as a knife, staple remover or cutter, which are accommodated in the components in a set-back manner, such that they can be pushed out. The two components are preferably connected to one another in an articulated manner and, after release of the locking means, can be moved relative to one another in order to actuate, for example, a stapler, a hole puncher or a pair of scissors. Further utensils, for example a magnifying glass, a pointer or a laser pointer may be accommodated in the components.

Abstract: A retractable blade utility knife includes a knife housing, a blade, a pencil housing, a pencil sharpening slot, and a rear cover. The knife may further include a rope-cutting recess and a cutting surface in a lower end and a sawing surface in an upper end of the blade. The pencil housing forms in a lower rear part of the knife housing to keep hold of a pencil. The pencil sharpening slot is connected to a conical bore and a pencil chips storage room. The rope-cutting recess facilitates rope cutting by the blade. The blade carrier carries the blade and slides along a longitudinal axis of a knife groove formed in one side of the knife housing. The rear cover of the knife includes a pencil inlet hole and a rear cover fixed switch. The rear cover is detachably coupled to a rear portion of the knife housing via the rear cover fixed switch. The rear cover includes a pencil chip storage space and a pencil chip outlet.

Abstract: An office tool assembly has a tool and a hanging cap. The tool is selectively inserted into and held in the hanging cap. A protrusion is moveably mounted on the tool to engage with a through hole defined in the cap to keep the tool from falling out of the hanging cap. A transverse hole is defined in the hanging cap through which a string extends, such that the tool assembly can be hung around a person's neck. Accordingly, a user can conveniently and safely carry the tool assembly to any desired place for use.

Abstract: A multipurpose hand-held implement, comprising at least two components which can be locked in a closed position and then form a compact, essentially closed body, in the case of which the two components, with preferably confluent contours, are directed towards one another. In the closed position, the body forms the handle for actuating utensils, such as a knife, staple remover or cutter, which are accommodated in the components in a set-back manner, such that they can be pushed out. The two components are preferably connected to one another in an articulated manner and, after release of the locking means, can be moved relative to one another in order to actuate, for example, a stapler, a hole puncher or a pair of scissors. Further utensils, for example a magnifying glass, a pointer or a laser pointer may be accommodated in the components.

Abstract: A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable blade cartridge positioned within the body, wherein a knife blade within the removable blade cartridge is configured to slidably extend out from the first end; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body. The utility tool includes a knife switch coupled to the knife blade, the knife blade moves from the retracted position to the extended position only when the blade cartridge is engaged within the body. The utility tool having a spring mechanism for biasing the knife blade to the retracted position and a leaf member for engaging and disengaging the blade cartridge from the blade cartridge bay by a snap fit.

Abstract: A multi-functional pen structure includes an upper cover and a pen shaft. When the rotatable upper cover is turned, a refill therein is pushed out of or withdrawn into the pen. The characteristics of the invention are that, the upper cover is disposed with an accommodation chamber for pivotally disposing a pair of scissors, a blade, and a nail clipper having a screwdriver at an outer end thereof. The aforesaid tools are stored within the accommodation chamber when not in use and extracted out of the accommodation chamber when in need.

Abstract: The present cutter is comprised of a plate for attaching to the top of a conventional hammer tacker. A notch at the front end of the plate is for engaging a raised head at the front of the hammer tacker. A belt clip projecting from the rear end of the plate is angled away from the hammer tacker for clipping to a belt. A side extension is arranged on the plate to one side of the notch. A shallow groove is arranged on the bottom surface of the side extension, and a blade is positioned in the groove. A thumb screw attached to the blade is positioned through a slot in the side extension. The blade is movable along the groove for extension or retraction relative to the front end of the plate. When extended, the blade is angled to one side of the hammer tacker.

Abstract: This is a method and apparatus for transport and cutting of a quantity of Duct Tape in which the tape is mounted upon a polyhedron mandrel containing a cutting blade so configured as to be cooperative with, and useful in, cutting of segments of the tape directly from the mandrel.

Abstract: The preferred embodiments described herein relate to a multi-purpose hand-held device. Some of the preferred embodiments describe a multipurpose hand-held implement comprising first and second members connected together to move between a first position, in which they form together an elongated body, and a second position. In one preferred embodiment, a multi-purpose hand-held device is described comprising a stapler and/or punch and other fold-out utensils, wherein a module containing the utensils is preferably incorporated into the stapler-punch component assembly. Other preferred embodiments are described herein.

Abstract: A multipurpose hand-held implement, comprising at least two components which can be locked in a closed position and then form a compact, essentially closed body, in the case of which the two components, with preferably confluent contours, are directed towards one another. In the closed position, the body forms the handle for actuating utensils, such as a knife, staple remover or cutter, which are accommodated in the components in a set-back manner, such that they can be pushed out. The two components are preferably connected to one another in an articulated manner and, after release of the locking means, can be moved relative to one another in order to actuate, for example, a stapler, a hole puncher or a pair of scissors. Further utensils, for example a magnifying glass, a pointer or a laser pointer may be accommodated in the components.

Abstract: A pool cue tip sharpening device includes a cue tip dimpler within a block. The tip dimpler includes a recess having a dimpling wheel rotatably mounted on a first axis. The dimpling wheel has protrusions. The device also includes a tip shaper, wherein the tip shaper includes a concave recess within the block. A cue tip trimmer/burnisher is also within the block.

Abstract: The preferred embodiments relate to a multipurpose hand device especially comprising utensils. A lift and/or release mechansim is assigned to said utensils, enabling them to be placed in a slightly raised position so that they can be grasped easily or locked in a swing-out position.

Abstract: The preferred embodiments described herein relate to a multi-purpose hand-held device. Some of the preferred embodiments describe a multipurpose hand-held implement comprising first and second members connected together to move between a first position, in which they form together an elongated body, and a second position. In one preferred embodiment, a multi-purpose hand-held device is described comprising a stapler and/or punch and other fold-out utensils, wherein a module containing the utensils is preferably incorporated into the stapler-punch component assembly. Other preferred embodiments are described herein.

Abstract: A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable blade cartridge positioned within the body, wherein a knife blade within the removable blade cartridge is configured to slidably extend out from the first end; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body. The utility tool includes a knife switch coupled to the knife blade, the knife blade moves from the retracted position to the extended position only when the blade cartridge is engaged within the body. The utility tool having a spring mechanism for biasing the knife blade to the retracted position and a leaf member for engaging and disengaging the blade cartridge from the blade cartridge bay by a snap fit.

Abstract: A multi-tasking utility tool comprising a body; a knife compartment coupled to the body, wherein the knife compartment contains a cutting tool, the cutting tool configured to extend out from the knife compartment; and a cartridge unit coupled to the body, the cartridge unit having a first writing instrument and a second writing instrument, wherein the first writing instrument and the second writing instrument are positioned opposite from one another, the cartridge unit rotatable between a first position and a second position, further wherein the first writing instrument is positioned within the body in the first position and extends away from the body in the second position.

Abstract: The preferred embodiments described herein relate to a multi-purpose hand-held device. Some of the preferred embodiments describe a multipurpose hand-held implement comprising first and second members connected together to move between a first position, in which they form together an elongated body, and a second position. In one preferred embodiment, a multi-purpose hand-held device is described comprising a stapler and/or punch and other fold-out utensils, wherein a module containing the utensils is preferably incorporated into the stapler-punch component assembly. Other preferred embodiments are described herein.