Patents Examined by Daniel J Rohrhoff
  • Patent number: 12685389
    Abstract: New forms of fire-containing furniture, and methods for their use, are provided. In some embodiments, a fire-containing table, including a fire-holding platform, suspended vertically below the top of the table, is provided. The fire-holding platform includes a fire container, and may include a plurality of gaps between the fire container and the table top. A first air gap may be provided horizontally, between the fire container and a cut-out in the table top, and a second air gap may be provided, vertically, between the fire-holding platform and the table top. An intermediate fire base may be included, creating a third air gap. In some embodiments, a height-adjustable fire shield surrounding the fire container is switched between a lowered and raised position, sealing and opening the fire container. The fire shield may be force-biased, creating a peripheral fire wall on the table top, and opening lower air vents when raised.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2026
    Inventor: Christopher A. Tramutola
  • Patent number: 12680751
    Abstract: A refrigerator including: an inner case forming a storage compartment with an open front side and comprising a plurality of plates formed by injection molding; an outer case coupled to an outside of the inner case; and an insulation material between the inner case and the outer case. The plurality of plates includes an upper plate and a plurality of lateral plates coupled to the upper plate. The upper plate includes an upper plate body and an upper plate coupler. The each of the plurality of lateral plates includes a lateral plate body and a lateral plate coupler. The upper plate coupler includes an upward extension portion extending upward from the upper plate body and spaced from the lateral plate body. The inner case includes a groove recessed upward extending in a front and rear direction between the upward extension portion and the lateral plate body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Yonghyun Kang, Donghwa Kim, Hyoseok Noh, Sungcheul Park, Seungmin Lee
  • Patent number: 12677938
    Abstract: A band brake suitable for use with height adjustable tables and configured to selectively grip and release a lift band utilized by the table's height adjusting mechanism to raise and lower the work surface. The band brake may include an eccentric roller configured to move between a band-engaged position and a band-disengaged position. A release lever is connected to the eccentric roller and configured to transition the eccentric roller between the band-engaged and the band-disengaged positions. A linkage system is connected between the brake housing and the release lever, whereby the linkage system counteracts torque created by a release spring operating on the release lever.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: Humanscale Corporation
    Inventor: Vladimir Stanislavovich Chumakov
  • Patent number: 12677944
    Abstract: A cabinet drawer includes a drawer body, a drawer face movable with respect to the drawer body, and a guide bar attached to an underside of the drawer body. The guide bar includes a first end and a second end. The first end includes a first projection and the second end includes a second projection. Each of the first and second projections extend away from the underside of the drawer body. The second projection is configured to engage with a cabinet as a pivot point to urge the drawer face to move with respect to the drawer body. A cabinet and a method of displacing a cabinet drawer are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Inventor: Jeffrey Scott Hendry
  • Patent number: 12677943
    Abstract: A storage solution addresses the challenge of underutilized space in small areas. Specifically designed for compact spaces, the storage solution can seamlessly integrate with the shower when not in use, effectively saving room space. This solution is versatile and well-suited for applications in recreational vehicles or other environments with limited interior space. The storage solution can take the form of a wardrobe or closet. Moreover, the closet features dual-directional openings, including doors and drawers, allowing for maximum utilization of confined spaces. The lower section is also optimized to accommodate variations in height between the shower and the floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: A&C FUTURE, INC.
    Inventors: Jiuqi Wang, Qiyin Pan, Shoue Chen, Han Qin, Jiayang Qin
  • Patent number: 12674617
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a refrigerator including an inner case forming a storage compartment and including a mount with a connecting protrusion in which a connection hole is formed, an outer case coupled to an outside of the inner case, an insulation provided between the inner case and the outer case, an electrical component attached to the mount, a wire electrically connected to the electrical component through the connection hole, and a wire guide fitted into the connection hole to guide the wire.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2026
    Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Taeyun Jung, Yonghyun Kang, Donghwa Kim, Jungkeun Park
  • Patent number: 12667190
    Abstract: An insertable galley unit for an aircraft galley, including a shelf, a hinge attached to the shelf, and a side wall. The shelf is rotatable about the hinge between a stowed position and a deployed position. The shelf includes a retractable latch, arranged to engage with the side wall to selectively hold the shelf in the stowed position and the deployed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2026
    Assignee: B/E Aerospace (UK) Limited
    Inventors: Germans Kalitvencevs, Peter Ashley Griffiths
  • Patent number: 12663206
    Abstract: A refrigerator appliance may include a cabinet defining a chamber. The refrigerator appliance may include a storage drawer assembly positioned within the chamber. The storage drawer assembly may include a drawer defining a storage compartment. The storage drawer assembly may include a lid assembly positioned above the drawer. The lid assembly may include a cover positioned above the drawer. The cover may include a first side support and a second side support. The lid assembly may include a first lid moveably mated to the cover to selectively permit access to the storage compartment. The lid assembly may include a second lid moveably mated to the cover to selectively permit access to the storage compartment. The first lid and the second lid may define an axis of rotation extending parallel to the lateral direction. The axis of rotation may be positioned proximate to a rear of the lid assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2026
    Assignee: Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Allgeier, Louis A. Wantland
  • Patent number: 12660919
    Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a stacked storage cabinet, comprising a plurality of storage cabinet units sequentially stacked along a height direction, wherein every two adjacent storage cabinet units are detachably connected; each storage cabinet unit comprises a bottom plate; a back plate, a bottom of which being detachably provided on the bottom plate; two side plates, bottom side edges of each side plate being detachably provided at two sides of the bottom plate, respectively, longitudinal edges of each side plate being detachably provided at two sides of the back plate, respectively; a fixing strip, two ends of which being detachably connected to each side plate, respectively; cabinet doors, tops of which being rotatably connected with the fixing strip, and bottoms of which being rotatably connected with the bottom plate; and a top cover plate provided on tops of the back plate, the fixing strip and each of the side plates.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2025
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2026
    Assignee: Dongguan Fengyi Home Furnishings Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Ronghua Wang, Guangyou Jiang, Binhui Yao
  • Patent number: 12654858
    Abstract: An aircraft side ledge table deploying mechanism including a table mounted to a pivot plate. The pivot plate being able to slide in a linear channel. The pivot plate is forced upwards by the release of a torsion spring. The torsion spring is able to be released when a lid is pivoted to a past open position. When the pivot plate translates upwards the table protrudes from an aircraft side ledge and a user may grasp the table and move it to a deployed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2026
    Assignee: Textron Innovations Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen Howard Fagan, Paul Stokholm Warren, Edward Francis Funke
  • Patent number: 12656045
    Abstract: A door warmer for a refrigerator includes a liner defining a compartment. The liner includes a front face circumscribing the compartment, a flange extending outwards from the front face, and a recessed pocket formed into the flange. An inner retention lug is positioned adjacent to, and extends a first distance over, the recessed pocket. An outer retention lug is positioned adjacent to, and extends a second distance over, the recessed pocket and located on a side of the recessed pocket opposite from the inner retention lug. A heat pipe is disposed within the recessed pocket and secured therein by the inner and outer retention lugs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2026
    Assignee: Electrolux Do Brasil S.A.
    Inventors: Rafael Leidens, Israel Mercer, Antonio Voltarelli, Alcione Colecha, Guilherme Picanço
  • Patent number: 12648639
    Abstract: A reconfigurable assembly includes a stationary base and a workstation including a worktop supported by the base. A mounting assembly secures the workstation to the base for rotation about a vertical axis through the base and worktop, and includes a first coupler forming first and second limit surfaces within an arcuate path about the vertical axis that define a limit space of a first length, and a second coupler that forms first and second stop surfaces that define a limit space of a second length along the arcuate path. The workstation is rotatable about the vertical axis between a first limit position where the first stop surface contacts the first limit surface and a second limit position where the second stop surface contacts the second limit surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2026
    Assignee: Steelcase Inc.
    Inventors: David Eberlein, Jeffrey Simon, Robert Scheper, Gregory Goosen
  • Patent number: 12628941
    Abstract: An adjustable table includes a tabletop, a first helical member, and a second helical member. The adjustable table also includes a support frame coupled to the tabletop and either the first helical member or the second helical member. The adjustable table has a variable height, wherein rotation of the second helical member in one direction relative to the first helical member raises a height of the tabletop and rotation of the second helical member in an opposite direction relative to the first helical member lowers the height of the tabletop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2026
    Inventor: Michael A. Chrisco
  • Patent number: 12628943
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the technical field of tableware, in particular, to an easy-to-transport three-spliced table. The three-spliced table includes table legs arranged at four corners of a table top, where the table legs and the table top are reinforced by a plurality of groups of reinforcing members; the table top is formed by splicing a first table plate, a second table plate and a third table plate side by side; and the table top of the three-spliced table is divided into three parts when being opened, which are not different from a table with a complete table top after being assembled through screws. During transportation, the packaging volume is reduced, the transportation cost is saved, and the risk of packaging damage and product damage during transportation is reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2026
    Inventor: Meidi Chen
  • Patent number: 12628944
    Abstract: A translucent stone table is disclosed. The translucent stone table includes a stone panel; a case supporting the stone panel; and a light emitting unit located within the case and configured to project light towards the stone panel to allow the stone panel to emit light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2026
    Inventor: Juyeon Kim
  • Patent number: 12618613
    Abstract: A standoff feature for an appliance includes a connecting member having a first end and a second end. A first side member extends in a first direction from the first end of the connecting member. A second side member is spaced from the first side member. The second side member extends in the first direction from the second end of the connecting member. A first flange extends from a first side edge of the connecting member. The first side edge extends between the first end and the second end. The first flange extends in a second direction from the connecting member. A second flange extends from a second side edge of the connecting member. The second side edge extends between the first end and the second end and opposes the first side edge. The second flange extends in the second direction from the connecting member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2026
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Jacob Charles Ickes, Dustin Michael Miller, Abhay Naik, Aaron Michael Stewart
  • Patent number: 12604980
    Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, an elastic member, a movable member and an electronic module. The second rail is movable relative to the first rail. When the second rail is located at a retracted position relative to the first rail and when the movable member is in a locking state, the elastic member is configured to be locked to accumulate the elastic force. The electronic module includes a driving device configured to drive the movable member to switch from the locking state to an unlocking state, in order to release the elastic force of the elastic member, such that the second rail is moved from the retracted position along an opening direction relative to the first rail in response to the elastic force of the elastic member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2024
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2026
    Assignee: King Slide Technology Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Ken-Ching Chen, Chun-Ta Liu, Hsin-Cheng Su, Chih-Yuan Chang, Shu-Chen Lin
  • Patent number: 12604976
    Abstract: A lifting desk support having rapid mounting structures and a lifting desk are provided. The lifting desk support includes a longitudinal beam and a cross beam assembly. The lifting desk support further includes a set of rapid mounting structures, which comprises a boss having a slope arranged on the longitudinal beam and a notch provided on the cross beam assembly. A locking block of the boss is embedded into the cross beam assembly through a first groove section of the notch, and a force along an axial direction of a cross beam of the cross beam assembly is applied to the longitudinal beam, such that the locking block enters a second groove section of the notch, and the locking and the assembly between the longitudinal beam and the cross beam assembly are achieved in a rapid and efficient manner with cost saved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2026
    Assignee: CHANGZHOU KAIDI ELECTRICAL INC.
    Inventors: Bin Liu, Jindong Xu, Huilong Wang
  • Patent number: 12606100
    Abstract: Implementations of tables may include a first arm configured to couple to a first table support through a first elbow, a second arm configured to couple to a second table support through a second elbow, a first clamp configured to couple directly to a roll cage, a second clamp configured to couple directly to the roll cage, and a platform configured to rest directly upon the first table support and the second table support. The first arm and the second arm may be configured to extend downwards towards the first table support and the second table support when the first arm and the second arm are coupled to the roll cage through the first clamp and the second clamp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2024
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2026
    Assignee: Outwest Gear & Apparel, LLC
    Inventor: David Lehew
  • Patent number: 12598715
    Abstract: A driving mechanism is provided and includes a first casing, a second casing and an operating member. The second casing is arranged on the first casing. The operating member is movably mounted on one of the first casing and the second casing. When the operating member is moved from a first state to a second state, the operating member drives another one of the first casing and the second casing to move from a first predetermined position to a second predetermined position along a first vertical direction. When the operating member is moved from the second state to the first state, the another one of the first casing and the second casing moves from the second predetermined position to the first predetermined position along a second vertical direction opposite to the first vertical direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2024
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2026
    Assignees: KING SLIDE WORKS CO., LTD., KING SLIDE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Ken-Ching Chen, Shun-Ho Yang, Chi-Chih Chou, Chih-Hsin Yeh, Chun-Chiang Wang