Patents Examined by Sue A. Weaver
  • Patent number: 11154123
    Abstract: The portable office-in-a-box allows a user to readily transport and set up an office and workstation at any location. The portable office-in-a-box comprises a substantially rectangular shaped box comprising a base, a lid configured to engage with the base to define the rectangular shaped box, multiple panels, one or more enclosures, multiple mounting fixtures, office equipment and office supplies. The multiple panels are disposed on an inner surface of the base, and inner surface of the lid. A first set of the panels secure one or more office items, and a second set of the panels define one or more enclosures to secure other office items. Multiple drawers slidably engage with the base for providing storage of office equipment and office supplies. Multiple mounting accessories are disposed on the inner surface of the lid for securing office equipment and accessories.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2021
    Assignee: WORKY LIFE LLC
    Inventors: Richard Adam Smullen, Jose Margulis, Iima Zubakhina
  • Patent number: 11148865
    Abstract: Packaging is provided that inflates within the interior and exterior of a desired article, such as a pair of shoes. The pack is sized to the article's height, width, depth and in the case of shoes, has two distinct inserts that fit inside each one of a pair of shoes. When the package is inflated, both the interior and exterior of the shoes are cushioned and supported for shipment and storage. This invention allows the user to deflate the packaging, fold it to a reduced size, and either store the packaging or mail it back to the manufacturer to be repurposed for a continued life cycle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Inventor: Nikeisha Nelson
  • Patent number: 11130395
    Abstract: The embodiments provide a vehicle covering apparatus and a vehicle cover. The vehicle covering apparatus includes a base, an upright member, an arm, an extension rod a coupler assembly and support line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2021
    Inventor: Daniel Cornew
  • Patent number: 11123616
    Abstract: A golf bag includes a divider top, a base, and a plurality of stays comprising a first stay, a second stay, and a main stay having a first end opposite a second end. The golf bag further comprises a top hinge coupled to the first end of the main stay. A base hinge can be coupled to the second end of the main stay, wherein the main stay can be hingedly connected to the divider top by the top hinge, and the stay can be hingedly connected to the base by the base hinge. Other embodiment of the golf bag are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventors: James Martell, John Loudenslager, Brian McGuire, Ryan Bruce, David Higdon
  • Patent number: 11096459
    Abstract: A luggage protector assembly includes an article of luggage that has a plurality of rollers thereon. A first enclosure is positionable on the article of luggage when the article of luggage is being loaded onto a vehicle for travel. The first enclosure surrounds respective ones of the rollers thereby protecting the respective rollers from is damaged. A pair of first straps is each wrapped over the article of luggage to retain the first enclosure on the article of luggage. A second enclosure is slidably coupled to the first enclosure. The second enclosure is positionable on the article of luggage when the article of luggage is being loaded onto a vehicle for travel. The second enclosure surrounds respective ones of the rollers thereby protecting the respective rollers from is damaged. A pair of second straps is each wrapped over the article of luggage to retain the article of luggage on the second enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2021
    Inventor: Tracey Scott
  • Patent number: 11091289
    Abstract: A container defining a longitudinal axis and a transverse direction that is transverse with respect to the longitudinal axis. The container includes a finish and a sidewall portion extending from the finish. A plurality of ribs are defined by the sidewall. A base portion extends from the sidewall portion and encloses the sidewall portion to form a volume therein for retaining a commodity. The base portion has a contact surface for supporting the container. A plurality of straps extend radially along the base portion away from the longitudinal axis in the transverse direction, each one of the straps defines a strap surface that is closer to the finish than the contact surface. The plurality of ribs and the base portion are configured to place the container in a state of hydraulic charge-up when top load is applied to the container after the container is filled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2021
    Assignee: AMCOR RIGID PACKAGING USA, LLC
    Inventors: Michael T. Lane, Walter Paegel, Peidong Han
  • Patent number: 11089854
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a multi-functional replaceable panel assembly for a bag allowing a user to add a functionality to the bag and/or to vary its appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2021
    Assignee: SHELL CASE LIMITED
    Inventors: Yuval Spector, Eyal Hilel Bar Erez
  • Patent number: 11083261
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a construction for collapsible luggage which quickly allows the collapsible luggage to be placed in an opened or collapsed state. More specifically, each corner of the collapsible luggage contains a rigid panel which is foldable with respect to a base of the luggage. At least two opposing rigid panels have a corner portion of the panel exposed, allowing those panels to be folded downward first with respect to the other two rigid panels. The zippered top panel for the collapsible luggage can be extended over a top of the collapsible luggage to secure the collapsible luggage in the collapsed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2021
    Assignee: TSB LIMITED
    Inventor: Soffia G. Wathne
  • Patent number: 11077345
    Abstract: A golf bag includes a collapsible sub-assembly including a divider top and a base, a plurality of first snap-fit connectors provided around a portion of an outer perimeter of the divider top, and a flat having a divider top end opposite a base end, an interior side, and an exterior side. The flat includes a plurality of second snap-fit connectors provided along a portion of the divider top end. The flat attaches to the sub-assembly by mating snap-fit engagement of the plurality of first snap-fit connectors around the divider top with the plurality of second snap-fit connectors along the divider top end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventors: James Martell, John Loudenslager, Brian McGuire, Ryan Bruce, David Higdon
  • Patent number: 11071363
    Abstract: A thin card sized wallet is provided herein that is super-thin, comfortable to wear, and minimally sized to store and transport essential articles. The thin card sized wallet is formed from a single piece of folded material and includes an obverse face, a reverse face, a pouch, a first sleeve, second sleeve, third sleeve, and fourth sleeve. The pouch is situated between the obverse face and reverse face and is configured to receive articles therein. The first sleeve and second sleeve are situated between the obverse face and the reverse face to receive one or more cards therein. The third sleeve and fourth sleeve are situated on the obverse face to receive one or more cards therein. The wallet may further include radiofrequency identification (RFID) shields to protect RFID enabled cards from electronic theft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Inventor: Elad Burko
  • Patent number: 11065516
    Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of golf bags, golf bag tops, and methods to manufacture golf bags and golf bag tops are generally described herein. In one example, a golf bag may include a body portion having a top portion, a bottom portion, a first housing portion, and a second housing portion located outside of the first housing portion and defined by a club fastener portion and a base portion. A club divider portion may be located at or proximate to the top portion. A handle portion may be coupled to the club divider portion, and may include the club fastener portion. The base portion may be located at or proximate to the bottom portion. The club fastener portion may engage a first portion of a golf club, and the base portion may engage a second portion of the second golf club. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2021
    Assignee: PARSONS XTREME GOLF, LLC
    Inventor: Duane E. Pacha
  • Patent number: 11044973
    Abstract: A portable combined bed and storage apparatus and methods of assembling thereof. The combined bed and storage apparatus provides for an efficient and convenient way to transport one's personal items, linens, and sleeping surface such as a mattress. The combined bed and storage apparatus configuration prevents items from getting lost and allows for quick assembly, disassembly, and stowage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Inventors: Taylor Ali Easterwood, Farrah Walker
  • Patent number: 11044977
    Abstract: A container system includes several carry items or containers for carrying items, the carry items or containers each have a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The carry items or containers include magnetic coupling elements on at least one side to magnetically couple to another one of the carry items or containers. The magnetic coupling elements can be arranged so that a specific orientation of the carry items or containers can be enforced by there not being a magnetic attraction when the items are not properly oriented and aligned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Inventor: Kenneth Wayne Schurman
  • Patent number: 11039671
    Abstract: A pocketable device comprises a mechanical assembly for holding bills and credit cards, the mechanical assembly including a latch plate or upper jaw and a spring plate or lower jaw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2021
    Inventor: Michael Peter Shields
  • Patent number: 11034373
    Abstract: A cover for the handle of a shopping cart or similar devices, to reduce the transmission of contaminants present on such handles, comprises a bag having front and rear members, the members being connected such that an opening is formed therebetween; each member having an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surfaces facing each other; a fastening means attached to each inner surface, the fastening means being positioned so as to interact with each other; a utility pocket attached to the front member; the utility pocket further comprising a storage pouch therein; and a transport pocket which is attached to the rear member, the transport pocket being sized to contain the cover therein when the cover is compacted; and the cover sized to fit onto the handle assembly of a cart, thereby forming a barrier between the handle and a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2021
    Inventor: Karen L. Fellema
  • Patent number: 11019899
    Abstract: According to an exemplary embodiment, an electronic luggage device may be disclosed. The electronic luggage device may be fully TSA compliant. The device may be capable of communicating both wirelessly and by wired connection(s) to other devices. The electronic luggage device may also charge other devices by battery and in turn be charged by other electric power facilities. The electronic luggage device may have GPS capabilities, an intelligent “sleep-mode,” multiple various charging and communicatory ports, a recessed telescoping handle fixture, a hidden battery compartment, and a high capacity removable battery. The removable battery may be retained by any locking means understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art. The removable battery may be automatically or manually ejected. This may be accomplished by a spring-loaded force, a slot and rail system, or equivalents as would be understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Assignee: ARLO SKYE, Inc.
    Inventors: Mayur Bhatnagar, Mauricio Issa Llano
  • Patent number: 11006713
    Abstract: A wallet including a plate and a strap attached to the plate is provided. The strap has a first end, a central portion, and a second end. The plate is shaped as a frame defining an opening and defining an anchoring slot, and a lacing region defining a plurality of lacing slots is suspended within the opening by one or more connectors. The first end of the strap is anchored to the plate through the anchoring slot, the central portion of the strap extends around plate, and the second end of the strap is laced through the lacing slots to secure the strap to the plate, which defines an interior compartment between the strap and the plate. Contents of the wallet are positioned between the central portion of the strap and the plate and are held in place by tightening the second end of the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: TRAYVAX ENTERPRISES LLC
    Inventor: Mark King
  • Patent number: 11006717
    Abstract: A flexible luxury strap is provided having a plurality of beads attached (or linked) to each other to form a substantially rectangular array of alternating first and second rows. The array has a length and a width. The first row has a number of substantially identical beads greater than the number of beads in the second row. The second row has a bead of an elongate shape whose length defines the width of the array. In some instances, the bead of an elongate shape may be formed by adhering a plurality of smaller beads together. Substantially all or all of the beads may be crystals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Inventors: Melissa Bentz, Kimberly Jankowsky
  • Patent number: 11006718
    Abstract: According to an exemplary embodiment, an electronic luggage device may be disclosed. The electronic luggage device may be fully TSA compliant. The device may be capable of communicating both wirelessly and by wired connection(s) to other devices. The electronic luggage device may also charge other devices by battery and in turn be charged by other electric power facilities. The electronic luggage device may have GPS capabilities, an intelligent “sleep-mode,” multiple various charging and communicatory ports, a recessed telescoping handle fixture, a hidden battery compartment, and a high capacity removable battery. The removable battery may be retained by any locking means understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art. The removable battery may be automatically or manually ejected. This may be accomplished by a spring-loaded force, a slot and rail system, or equivalents as would be understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: ARLO SKYE, Inc.
    Inventors: Mayur Bhatnagar, Mauricio Issa Llano
  • Patent number: 11001131
    Abstract: A protective cover for a vehicle, the protective cover including a forward portion for covering at least a portion of at least one front cowl of the vehicle when installed thereon; a rearward portion for covering at least a portion of a seat of the vehicle when installed thereon; and an intermediate portion extending between the forward portion and the rearward portion for covering at least a handlebar of the vehicle when installed thereon, the intermediate portion defining an aperture for selectively accessing the handlebar when the protective cover is installed on the vehicle, the aperture being sized, shaped, and located to allow the intermediate portion to be pushed down around the handlebar such that the handlebar extends through and above the protective cover, the vehicle being capable of being operated with the protective cover being installed thereon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2021
    Assignee: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC.
    Inventor: Caroline Letendre