Abstract: A nail polish bottle includes a threaded upper throat and a cap having internal threads for threadingly engaging the throat of the bottle. The cap supports an elongated applicator brush shaft which terminates in an applicator brush. The applicator brush shaft is slidingly retained within the cap such that the brush shaft can be slidingly extended downward into the nail polish bottle.
Abstract: A disc player is electronically connectable to a foot operated controller and a monitor is electronically connectable to the player. The monitor includes speakers for audio output and a screen for video output. The monitor further includes sheet music clips for attaching sheet music to the monitor and music stand clips for attaching the monitor to a music sheet holder of a music stand.
Abstract: According to one embodiment of the present invention, a continuous length of wire is shaped to include a pair of interlocking hooks, one each located at the end of a holding prong, and disposed outward. The prong extension traverses the inner side of a pan lid, and is of such a length as to allow the interlocking hooks at one end to protrude under any pan lid lip. The prong extension terminates at the bottom in a retaining hook and a catch notch. The catch notches are connected via a horizontal extension.
Abstract: A glove includes at least one resilient pad attached thereto. The pads each include a plurality of pet brush bristles extending outwardly therefrom. In a first embodiment of the pad and bristles, the bristles each have a flattened head at one end thereof. The pad comprises a first layer through which the bristles extend. A second layer is attached to the first resilient layer, such that the flattened head of the bristle is captured between the first resilient layer and the second resilient layer. In a second embodiment of the pad and bristles, the bristles are integrally formed with the pad. In a third embodiment of the pad and bristles, the pad comprises first and second layers as in the first embodiment. A plurality of mushroom-shaped buttons is attached to the second layer. The buttons removably engage with resilient top and inner layers attached to the glove. In a fourth embodiment of the pad and bristles, the bristles are integrally formed with a resilient outer layer.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 29, 1996
Date of Patent:
November 4, 1997
Inventors:
Robert E. Courtney, Timothy Zenor, David L. Volk
Abstract: A driver alert apparatus is provided that consists of the following compoents: a green light, a yellow light and a red light lined up horizontally; alarm mechanism and speaker; electrical cord and adapters; timer; three time cycle selection buttons, placed vertically to the left of the green light; start button and stop button. The device can be positioned in an easily accessible and visible area, such as the dashboard at eye level. A time cycle is selected to be used by pressing one of the three time cycle selection buttons. The illumination of the green light is the cue for the driver, if alert, to press the sequence start button under the green light to begin the sequence again. If this button is not pressed, the yellow light will illuminate and flash three times. If the sequence start button is still not pressed, the red light will flash and sound an alarm. The alarm will be silenced only if the driver presses the alarm stop button.
Abstract: An arm support device is disclosed similar in style to a back brace, having a back support plate connected to a pair of forward curved shoulder support plates covers the entire back and shoulders. A waist harness extends from either side of the this section to maintain its position. Two arm like segments protrude from the back side of the back support plate to the front in order for the wearer to insert his/her arms. A forearm support plate holding a wrist support glove are provided on each arm segment to help support the device to the person.
Abstract: A plier portion includes two arms connected to each other in a crossing manner, each arm having a handle and a grasping end. Removeable tips are attachable to the grasping ends. An uninsulated grounding cable connects the plier portion to a ground connection device in a visually verifiable manner.
Abstract: A shower caddy having a steam-proof mirror is provide in combination with several oral hygiene appliance holders, including a toothpaste tray for easy storage or retrieval of standard tubes of toothpaste, a toothbrush holder, and a dental floss dispenser with a lower discharge means for dispensing dental floss to the outside of the caddy.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a hand held label removal apparatus which provides a safe, reliable means for removing labels and safety seals from containers. A trigger actuated needle like cutter is manually exposed to penetrate the surface of a label and thereby remove it from the surface of a container. In addition, the cutter may be used to remove foil seals and plastic packaging found on many consumer packaging. Designed to be made from various colors of plastic, the apparatus provides a simple, inexpensive means for the user to remove labels from recyclable containers. Also, when the label is not in use, the cutter automatically retracts, thereby, preventing accidental harm to a person.
Abstract: A barrel stabilization unit is provided for stabilizing a barrel and controlling recoil of a rifle or shotgun having a barrel guide means for providing a fulcrum attachment point adjustably along the barrel of a rifle or shotgun, and fillable ballast containment means affixed to said barrel guide means for providing a counter ballast at said fulcrum attachment point, and an attachment means affixed to said fillable ballast containment means for firmly connecting the barrel stabilization unit to a rifle or shotgun.
Abstract: A digital clock display and a math display are disposed on a surface of a math teaching unit. A processing unit is configured to display time including an hour and a minute on the digital clock display based on control signals from a clock circuit and a clock setting apparatus. The processing unit is configured to display math equations on the math display such that a first operand equals the hour and a second operand equals the minute.
Abstract: An electrical cord storage and dispensing organizer is disclosed for gathering the exiting excess cords of an existing computer, thereby making the appearance around the computer's area neat and organized. Constructed mainly of plastic materials, the present organizer has rectangular shaped housing, and opens in a similar fashion to that of a briefcase. The housing contains a cordwheel, coilspring, lock button, lock spindle, compression spring, latch, and hinges. To use the present invention the latch of the top of the organizer's housing is released and the sides are moved apart in opposite directions. Turning the cordwheel approximately one turn for every foot of cord that needs to be stored within the unit will provide sufficient tension to retract the cord. A lock button holds the cordwheel with coilspring compressed. Taking a computer cord, either power or communication, and double it in half, it is then wrapped around the cord loop and close the unit.