Patents Examined by Gary C. Hoge
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Patent number: 11514826Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a magnetic fluid display in which a magnetic fluid moves in response to a magnetic field and which may display a unique visual image according to the meeting and parting of the magnetic fluid. A magnetic fluid display according to the present invention comprises: a display unit including a transparent liquid into which a magnetic fluid is injected; and a magnetic field generating unit for applying a magnetic field to the magnetic fluid at a rear surface of the display unit. When the magnetic field is applied, the magnetic fluid moves in the transparent liquid in a directional manner, so that an image may be displayed on the display unit.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2021Date of Patent: November 29, 2022Assignee: CK Materials LAB Co., Ltd.Inventors: Hyeong Jun Kim, Jong Hun Lee, Min Kyu Choi
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Patent number: 11514821Abstract: Indicia elements are added to telecommunications components to identify the source of the telecommunications component. Indicia elements can include at least one of a logo, a specific color (e.g. a color different from a non-indicative base color of the telecommunications component), text information, a barcode, a QR code, and a RFID tag. The indicia elements can aid in identifying or tracing network connections, identifying types of connectors and/or cables, labeling the network connections, and identifying a network operator in a multi-network environment.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2018Date of Patent: November 29, 2022Assignee: Commscope Technologies LLCInventors: Johan Geens, Roel Modest Willy Bryon, Pieter Doultremont
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Patent number: 11508270Abstract: An electronic price and/or product display device (2), which comprises a reflective screen (21) for displaying information, and a signalling device (28) for signalling an internal state or a state change of the display device (2) by superimposing said state or state change in a visually perceptible manner directly in the viewing direction of the screen.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2017Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Assignee: SES-IMAGOTAG GmbHInventors: Philipp Jauck, Johannes Samhaber
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Patent number: 11503928Abstract: A stand for use with a charging device, such as, but not limited to, a Qi Wireless Charger. The stand is in the form of a picture frame, and elevates the charging unit up off a desk or tabletop, at an angle where a device being charged can be placed thereupon. A portion of the back of the frame is removably secured, and provides a space for securely holding the wireless charging device therein. The charging device power cord is routed through a picture frame support extending from the back of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2021Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Inventor: Andrew Bradford Green
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Patent number: 11508269Abstract: A portable, self-illuminating traffic sign having a sign face with two opposite sides. One side indicates a first traffic signal, and the other side indicates a second traffic signal. Light assemblies are attached to each side of the sign. The light assemblies emit light that may match the predominant color of one of the sides of the sign. A battery may be disposed in a pole that connects to the sign. A handlegrip allows for the sign to be held and provides a switch to allow for the lights to be selectively turned on and off. The light assemblies are disposed within collar assemblies so as to reduce, or prevent, light emitted from the light assemblies reflecting off of the sign faces.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2021Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Inventor: Michael J. Evans
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Patent number: 11508265Abstract: A shelf edge system and/or light box system which can be easily and conveniently attached to an existing shelf system, and which has a display system capable of attracting the attention of shoppers in a store.Type: GrantFiled: March 9, 2020Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Assignee: PROCESS4, INC.Inventors: Curtis Taylor, Matthew Hanson
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Patent number: 11501664Abstract: A system of visual and non-visual marks for pipes and couplings which allows users to group the pipes and couplings by type, size, end configurations and composition with a series of symbols, including colors, shapes, swirls, patterns. The symbols are applied to the pipes and couplings by printing, etching, painting, applying stickers, and or molding. The non-visual mark utilize the magnetic and radio reflective nature of the marks to allow remote identification of the plumbing pipes and couplings after being buried.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2021Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Inventor: James W. Walley, Jr.
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Patent number: 11501673Abstract: Embodiments herein describe systems and methods for visually identifying a wheeled robot and associating the wheeled robot with a company or brand. Some embodiments provide a cover, casing, or skin that may be removably attached to the wheeled robot. The casing may feature a pattern, logo, or visuals that are associated with the company. The casing may further conform to features of the movable robot such that the casing does not impede the robot from moving and performing functions, such as transporting objects. The casing may further have a flap that removably attaches to the casing to allow access to the wheeled robot.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2022Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignee: CreateMe Technologies LLCInventors: David Blizzard, Khamvong Thammasouk, Jinhwa Jung
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Patent number: 11497327Abstract: The present invention is a display support comprising a bracket that is attachable to a display and having at least one wing adjacent to a bracket channel. The bracket channel has at least two keyways. An optional sleeve is held within the channel and has keyways aligned with the keyways of the bracket channel to form aligned keyways. A support arm, held within the bracket channel, has a key that can be received in one of the keyways. Rotation of the support arm in the bracket channel is prevented when the key is received in one of the keyways and rotation of the support is permitted when the key is not received in one of the keyways.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2022Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignee: RM Holdings, L.L.C.Inventor: Roger H Miller
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Patent number: 11501665Abstract: This invention relates to a label arrangement for consumer destined food packages. A food package (10, 50) comprises at least an undertray (20) and a lidstock (40) arranged together defining in between a cavity for a food product (30). The label arrangement according to the invention comprises a printable face material (110) and a pressure sensitive adhesive (120) for attachment of the label (100) onto the package (10, 50). The adhesive surface of the pressure sensitive adhesive (120) layer is arranged to have one or more adhesion free (550) and printed zones and the label (100) is further arranged with one or more weakenings (700) through the label face material (110) allowing to manually fold the part of the label with adhesion free (550) and printed zone for visual inspection of said printing while the label (100) otherwise remains attached to the package (10, 50).Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2019Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignee: UPM RAFLATAC OYInventors: Marko Tiainen, Marzena Sidelnik-Paterewicz
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Patent number: 11501672Abstract: A display device installed on the handle of a public transportation vehicle displays advertising information. The display device includes a body and two displays. The body includes a housing. The housing has a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, a third surface, and an opening. The housing is provided with a fixed hole penetrating through the first surface and the second surface. The housing is provided with a fixing component therein. The housing is provided with two electronic component-accommodating portions therein. The electronic component-accommodating portions are respectively arranged at two sides of the fixed hole. The third surface and the opening are perpendicular to the first surface and the second surface. The display device can reduce waste of ink and paper due to using advertising papers to advertise.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2021Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignee: Netronix, Inc.Inventors: Pei Chun Chen, Li Fang Fan, Ling Ling Wu, Chien Te Hsieh
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Patent number: 11494012Abstract: Disclosed is a display module including a transparent display panel and a frame to fix a side of the transparent display panel, wherein the frame has a communication unit to receive data from the outside, a controller to process the received data and to output a drive command corresponding to the processed data and a display drive unit to drive the transparent display panel in response to the drive command from the controller. A display system includes a system body and a display module detachably mounted in the system body.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2022Date of Patent: November 8, 2022Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Joo-yeon Lee, Sang Chul Lee, Jong Seo Lee, Se Yong Kim
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Patent number: 11488496Abstract: A collectable card mounting device may include a rear wall, a pair of opposed arcuate side walls extending in a forward and outward direction from the rear wall and having a retaining lip for engaging a front surface of the collectable card. The side walls may further include a respective collectable card support member extending from each side wall at an angle. The mounting device may display a collectable on both vertical and horizontal surfaces. The arcuate side walls may define front and rear support ridges that support the device in a portrait orientation at a desirable viewing angle on a horizontal surface. A cover sheet may be dimensioned to extend beyond the width of the rear wall and support the device in a landscape orientation at a desirable viewing angle on a horizontal surface. The mounting device configuration provides an aesthetically desirable display of the collectable with only minimal visibility of the mounting device components and which may include a floating effect on a wall.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2020Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: ComicLock LLCInventors: William L. Zeuch, Thomas J. Lanagan
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Patent number: 11479166Abstract: A safety sign device is for a vehicle. The safety sign device may include a hinge being coupled a side of the vehicle, and an arm. The arm may include an elongate base, an electric motor coupled to the elongate base, an elongate housing coupled to the elongate base, and visual indicators carried by the elongate housing. The safety sign device may also include a sign coupled to the arm and being parallel to the arm. The hinge may include a pin, and a link assembly coupled between the pin and the electric motor and being rotatable about the pin. The electric motor may be configured to extend and retract the arm between a retracted position and an extended position.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2021Date of Patent: October 25, 2022Inventors: Danny Ringer, Anthony J. Bilello, Shawn Beauchamp, Christopher J. Bilello
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Patent number: 11475807Abstract: Methods for installing an advertising unit at an installation area of a surface are provided. The installation area is cleaned. One or more holes are formed in the installation area. The adhesive is applied at the installation area. The advertising unit is deposited at the installation area atop the adhesive. A fastener is passed through at least a portion of the advertising unit into each of the one or more holes. The adhesive is cured.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2020Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Inventor: Benjamin Elias Blumenthal
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Patent number: 11475802Abstract: Concealment assemblies for fire protection sprinklers. The concealment assembly includes a cover member having an external surface with a base coating of uniformly applied polymer. One or more different polymer coatings are disposed in a discontinuous manner over the base polymer to provide a visual contrast and form desired indicia.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2021Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Assignee: Minimax Viking Research & Development GmbHInventors: Darci Ann Flowers, Lindsay Marie Barker
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Patent number: 11468803Abstract: A display arrangement includes a base, a decorative shell having a front cover and a back cover, an elongated central post that is rotatably coupled to the decorative shell and fixedly coupled to the base, a light source disposed on the elongated central post and within the shell, such that the light is visible though at least one opening in the shell, a stem coupled to the shell and coupled to the elongated central post, the stem having a magnet on one end, and a coil configured to receive energy from a power source to cause an arcing motion of the magnet, the stem, and thereby the decorative shell. The display arrangement can include a second shell disposed horizontally above the decorative shell and coupled to the decorative shell, and can also include a third shell disposed horizontally below the decorative shell, and that is coupled to the decorative shell.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2021Date of Patent: October 11, 2022Assignee: Fourstar Group Inc.Inventor: Yu-Chi Wu
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Patent number: 11465540Abstract: The present disclosure provides a chair in which attachment strength of a holding member and the chair is enhanced and an attachment state can be stably maintained. A legged chair includes a leg member, a support post connected to the leg member, a metal frame integrated with the support post, the metal frame forming a seated portion, an awakening device configured to awaken a seated person, a battery configured to supply electric power to the awakening device, an ECU that controls the awakening device, and a holding cover configured to hold the battery and the ECU. The holding cover is attached to the highly rigid metal frame.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2020Date of Patent: October 11, 2022Assignee: TS TECH CO., LTD.Inventors: Shinji Sugiyama, Yukitaka Tadachi
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Patent number: 11452388Abstract: A planar display pane assembly includes a frame assembly with a frame with first and second spaced apart and opposed second decorative with first and second openings to receive a planar display pane. A through opening is formed through the frame to view the planar display pane in either direction of the frame. The first opening is formed around the through opening. The second opening is formed around the through opening and facing away from the first opening. A first plurality of fasteners is formed about the first opening. A second plurality of fasteners is formed about the second opening. A plurality of retainers is sized to engage the first plurality of fasteners or the second plurality of fasteners to retain the planar display pane to the frame. The planar display pane is received within the first opening or the second opening.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2021Date of Patent: September 27, 2022Assignee: LIBERTY HARDWARE MFG. CORP.Inventors: Dax Allen, James Allen Austin, III
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Patent number: 11455912Abstract: Disclosed herein are electronic shelf-tag systems and methods thereof. For example, an electronic shelf-tag system includes, in some embodiments a fascia configured to mount to a shelf of a shelving unit and a light-emitting diode (“LED”) array coupled to the fascia. The LED array is configured to display product information in a shared electronic shelf tag for two or more products respectively stocked in two or more consecutive shelf slots when a horizontal resolution of a portion of the LED array corresponding to at least one shelf slot of the two or more consecutive shelf slots is insufficient for displaying the product information for the product stocked in the at least one shelf slot.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2019Date of Patent: September 27, 2022Assignee: Adroit Worldwide Media, Inc.Inventors: Greg Schumacher, Kevin Howard