Patents Examined by Bradley Oliver
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Patent number: 9867443Abstract: The present invention relates to a tubular container having an applicator, and the tubular container having an applicator according to the present invention is characterized in that an applicator made of metal and silicone, which contacts skin, is provided on the upper portion of the tubular container such that, when the contents thereof are applied to the skin, warmth or coldness can be transferred to the skin, thereby facilitating metabolism of the face skin and improving skin elasticity.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2015Date of Patent: January 16, 2018Assignee: YONWOO CO., LTD.Inventors: Sung-Hwan Kim, Curt Altmann, Eugene Dennison Kim, David Yi, Sung-Sin Kim
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Patent number: 9867891Abstract: A delivery device is described for intermittently delivering materials such as liquids or gels over a sustained period of time to a surface in a controlled way. The surface mountable delivery device is capable of delivering, for example, an antimicrobial agent to protect surfaces from microbial contamination and/or to disinfect surfaces, e.g. door handles, push plates, hand rails, etc. as an aid in preventing and/or hindering the spread of infectious agents. In one arrangement the device utilises a foam based reservoir in combination with a nonwoven fabric wicking layer and an elastomeric liquid delivery contact layer having valve like pore and/or slits; the combination provides for control of material delivery and longevity for the device in use.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2013Date of Patent: January 16, 2018Assignee: SURFACESKINS LIMITEDInventors: Stephen John Russell, Simon Geoffrey John Scott Harden, Adam David Walker, Christopher Edward Fowler
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Patent number: 9867445Abstract: An array of consumer care products is provided having a first dispensing package and a second dispensing package each having a product chamber with a top opening; an upper dispensing end having a top edge; a major axis, a minor axis, and a sidewall; a top ridged opening at the upper dispensing end of the product chamber, and an outer cap. The first dispensing package also has a seal component that covers the top opening. The second dispensing package also has a perforated dome cover that covers the top opening. The outer caps of the first dispensing package and the second dispensing package are interchangeable with each other. The dispensing packages may have the same source identifier.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2015Date of Patent: January 16, 2018Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Justin Alan Ellsworth, Kerry Lloyd Weaver, Christopher Lawrence Smith, Richard Lawrence Horstman, Julie OiLun Lim, Ricky V. Retherford, John Joseph Rego, Tim David Reichling
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Patent number: 9839277Abstract: The device comprises: a casing (10) having an open end (10?); a composition support (12) that is movable in the casing between a retracted position and an extended position; and a control piece (16) that is suitable for being moved so as to cause the support to move. The device further comprises first and second magnetic elements (20, 22) that are secured to the support (12) and to the control piece (16) respectively. When the piece is in its first position and when the support is in its retracted position, the magnetic forces between these elements hold the support. When the control piece is moved, the magnetic forces are reduced and enable the support to move towards its extended position.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2013Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignee: PARFUMS CHRISTIAN DIORInventors: Savine Lefevre, Francois Gautier
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Patent number: 9826815Abstract: An application device capable of applying at least two products either simultaneously or independently as per the requirement. The application device of the present invention comprises a cover, a gripping member and at least two applicators wherein the gripping member comprises of at least two receptacles for holding at least two products and the at least two applicators are in fluid communication with the at least two receptacles. The at least two applicators comprise of an applicator element wherein the applicator element may have a suitable shape such as but not limited to a tip.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2011Date of Patent: November 28, 2017Assignee: ZEN DESIGN SOLUTIONS LIMITEDInventors: Leo Clifford Pires, Roger Hwang, Manisha Kohli, Rahul Bose, Smitaa Srivastava
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Patent number: 9815316Abstract: The present invention uses a material that is not conventionally used in fountain pen nibs in order to provide a fountain pen nib that is completely different from the prior art. This found pen nib comprises one of corundum, topaz, emerald, and garnet as a main material. It is also possible to replace the heart hole and the slit of the nib with a groove that is added to the rear surface of the nib. By using one of the abovementioned gems as the main material in a faun-tain pen nib, it is possible to achieve wear resistance and chemical resistance in the fountain pen nib while imparting a luxurious feel and originality to a fountain pen.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2015Date of Patent: November 14, 2017Assignee: AKITA GRIND INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: Tadao Abe
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Patent number: 9814295Abstract: Consumer product application device and method involving a plurality of reservoirs and intelligence for selectively controlling the delivery of consumer products from each of the plurality of reservoirs in series and/or in combination to an applicator element. The reservoirs may be part of a removable cartridge.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2015Date of Patent: November 14, 2017Assignee: FRESHCEUTICALS, INC.Inventor: James P. Chiasson
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Patent number: 9808130Abstract: The invention describes a cleaning system in the form of a mitt having cleaning pads attached by reversible fastening means so that pads may be electively and consecutively attached, removed, or replaced. Furthermore, the invention provides a means for introducing, retaining, dispensing, and distributing a fluid, such as water or a liquid cleaning product, so that a removable pad may be irrigated with a regulated dose of fluid prior to use. The invention also describes a cooperative enclosure that can store a plurality of cleaning pads. Features of the compatible enclosure serve to physically guide the body of the mitt into alignment with a replacement pad.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2016Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: TACTOPACK, INC.Inventors: Steven Bank, Jonathan D. Albert, Chris Murray, Breanna Stachowski
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Patent number: 9795207Abstract: A case for containing a stick such as a lipstick includes: a cup forming a cavity for the stick; a tubular sheath, extending along the longitudinal axis, in which the cup is held, the sheath including a transverse bottom and an upper transverse opening oriented in a so-called “front” direction, the sheath including an element, for translatably guiding the sheath along the longitudinal axis of the cup, and a mechanism for actuating the translation of the cup along the longitudinal axis within the sheath; and a push member translatably mounted along the longitudinal axis relative to the cup and including a head, capable of being placed in the cavity of the cup, and at least one arm, extending along the longitudinal axis. The arm has at least one transverse catch.Type: GrantFiled: March 9, 2015Date of Patent: October 24, 2017Assignee: AXILONE PLASTIQUEInventors: Jean-Paul Denece, Hubert Allain
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Patent number: 9756990Abstract: The present application provides a washing device (100) and a method for fabricating the same. The washing device (100) includes a base washing member (108), an attachment washing member (102), and a coupling element (508) coupling the attachment washing member (102) to the base washing member (108). The attachment washing member (102) further includes a bracket (106, 502) and a washing surface (104).Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2014Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: Paris Presents IncorporatedInventor: Elizabeth Cassiday
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Patent number: 9744796Abstract: A retractable writing instrument has a marking component for marking a writable surface. A barrel houses at a portion of the marking component, as well as an extension/retraction mechanism. The barrel has a slider portion. An internal magnet is adapted to operate the extension/retraction mechanism and positioned for operating movement along a length of the slider portion for extending and retracting a portion of the marking component. A slidable magnetic ring has an inner diameter for receiving the slider portion and is adapted to magnetically cooperate with the internal magnet.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2017Date of Patent: August 29, 2017Inventors: Kent David Lyon, Jym Daniel
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Patent number: 9738114Abstract: A writing device with input unit includes a case and an input unit receiving in the case. The input unit includes a flexible main body, a sensing electrode layer and a protection layer. The flexible main body has a first face and a second face. The sensing electrode layer has a first sensing electrode and a second sensing electrode disposed on the second face of the flexible main body. The protection layer is correspondingly disposed on the second face of the flexible main body to cover the sensing electrode layer. The writing device with input unit has small volume and is lightweight so that a user can conveniently carry, store and use the writing device with input unit.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2013Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Assignee: Asia Vital Components Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ching-Hang Shen, Fu-Kuei Chang
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Patent number: 9737126Abstract: A combination dispenser and applicator has a dispenser body for mounting the dispenser body over a valve of a container of nail polish. The dispenser body has a brush receiver that receives the nail polish from the valve of the container. A disposable applicator brush, not including a valve, but with bristles adjacent a distal end, is shaped to removably engage the brush receiver. The disposable applicator brushes are inexpensive and disposable, and may be readily changed during use of the combination, so that one of the brushes is not used on multiple persons, thereby enabling a more hygienic method of applying nail polish.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2015Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Inventor: Yoram Fishman
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Patent number: 9730502Abstract: An applicator device that includes a tube member having an elongated body with outer surface, a first end and an opposed second end and an applicator member attached to a portion of the outer surface of the elongated body of the tube member and extending around the circumference of the tube member, the applicator member including a plurality of flexible frustoconical tendrils projecting outward from the outer surface of the elongated member.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2015Date of Patent: August 15, 2017Inventor: Eman Naura
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Patent number: 9723911Abstract: A device (2) is provided for applying a composition (P) to the eyelashes and/or the eyebrows. The device includes a molded applicator member (8) including a core (10) having a longitudinal axis (X) and rows of teeth that are carried by the core (10), preferably at least five rows, two teeth belonging to two consecutive rows not being parallel. The outside surface of at least one segment of the core (10) includes only one toothless portion, or only two toothless portions that are situated substantially opposite each other, or each toothless portion being of angular extent lying in the range 75° to 110° around the longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2010Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: L'OREALInventor: Jean-Louis Gueret
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Patent number: 9723906Abstract: The present invention relates to a spuit-type cosmetic container. The spuit-type cosmetic container, according to the present invention, comprises: spiral grooves for guiding the ascending and descending operations of a piston rod on both sides of an inner cap; and guide protrusions which move along the spiral grooves on both sides of the piston rod such that the piston rod ascends and descends along the spiral grooves of the inner cap. Thus, the present invention can prevent a sudden discharge of the content by minimizing the pressure caused by a piston.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2013Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: YONWOO CO., LTD.Inventor: You-Seob Kim
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Patent number: 9717391Abstract: The disclosed cleaning system provides a system for storing and containing together a cleaning tool and cleaning ampoules, which contain the cleaning material, so that all the necessary parts of the cleaning system are easily stored and accessible for cleaning needs. In one embodiment, the cleaning system includes a cleaning tool and a cleaning ampoule. The cleaning tool includes a body with a working surface having scrubbing elements. The body has an ampoule receptacle. The cleaning ampoule contains a cleaning material. The cleaning ampoule includes a compartment and a cover for containing the cleaning material in the compartment. The ampoule receptacle is capable of holding the cleaning ampoule while the cleaning material is dispensed to the working surface from the cleaning ampoule.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2012Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventors: Mitchell E. Culbreath, Philip J. Dumont, Trisha D. Adamson
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Patent number: 9706884Abstract: The present invention is a disposable bath brush intended for one or possibly two uses in the shower or bath. The bath brush contains soap gel and moisturizer stored in containers within the brush. Either of these fluids may be dispensed by applying pressure to the individual container or an integral release button, thereby causing the respective fluid to flow out of an opening at the front center of the brush. Also included is a retractable handle to provide a user with an extended gripping surface for reaching the back of the body and the feet. The front of the brush comprises bristles of any of a variety of materials and of an adequate length to provide a thorough cleansing experience.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2015Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Inventor: Linda Melissa Arkwright
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Patent number: 9694620Abstract: A reservoir type writing pen having a micro-porous straight-liquid structure comprises a writing pen core (9); wherein the micro-porous straight-liquid structure includes an air pressure balance plug (3), a liquid storage pipe (11) configured for storing liquid ink, and a liquid guiding device configured for leading the liquid ink in the liquid storage pipe (11) into the writing pen core (9). The present application adopts the gap between the relaying pen core and the writing pen core, the ventilating core and the nano breathing plate to realize keeping the inner air pressure of the liquid storage space and the outside atmosphere pressure consistent. The writing pen of the present application has a simple structure, and the producing processes of the ventilating core have been matured, which can reduce the producing cost greatly.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2015Date of Patent: July 4, 2017Assignee: TUNG YIK INTERNATIONAL LTD.Inventor: Xiangwei Chu
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Patent number: 9688092Abstract: A plurality of inlets are defined in a circulation path between an ink reservoir and an ink absorbing member by an inlet forming part formed in the circulation path.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2015Date of Patent: June 27, 2017Assignee: Kuretake Co., Ltd.Inventor: Akina Niwa