Patents by Inventor Kaj Johnson
Kaj Johnson has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20060289679Abstract: A liquid sprayer which may be removably attached to a liquid reservoir and thus readily interchangeable with a variety of liquid reservoirs. The sprayer includes a discharge nozzle, a manually or electrically powered pump and an actuation mechanism for the pump. The sprayer includes a quick-release coupling means for attaching the sprayer to a complementary quick-release coupling means fitted to the product reservoir. In some embodiments of the present invention, a signaling means on the reservoir communicates with a corresponding receiver means on the sprayer to provide information relating to the liquid contents of the reservoir so that the user will act on the information in a way that optimizes product safety, efficacy, convenience or combinations thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2005Publication date: December 28, 2006Inventors: Kaj Johnson, Ricardo de Gopegui, Marcus Wang
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Publication number: 20060216193Abstract: A combination tool for cleaning and sanitizing a surface is disclosed. The tool includes a cleaning device and at least one UV flash unit. The cleaning device can be adapted for either wet or dry cleaning. The combination tool can also include a dispensing unit that can dispense a treatment agent. The tool can also include a sensor that can detect surface properties. In some arrangements, the tool includes a motive component that can propel the tool robotically.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2005Publication date: September 28, 2006Inventors: Kaj Johnson, Douglas Minkler, Scott Cumberland, Joyce Delosreyes, Steven Bromberg, Edward Rinker, Aram Garabedan, Ricardo De Gopegui
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Patent number: 7007338Abstract: An advanced cleaning system comprising cleaning compositions, pads, and implements provide effective cleaning of soft and hard surfaces. The system includes (a) a handle portion, the handle portion having a proximal end and a distal end, (b) a cleaning head portion that is attached to the distal end of the handle portion and that is adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad; (c) a cradle that is secured to the handle portion, and (d) a detachable cleaning aerosol reservoir for delivering cleaning fluid onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion, wherein the reservoir is positioned within the cradle.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2003Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Inventors: Aram Garabedian, Jr., Michael J. Hall, Maria G. Ochomogo, Marcus Wang, Andrew Kilkenny, Kaj A. Johnson, Thomas Silk, Michael H. Robbins, Aaron R. London, Dennis Rich, Doug Walker
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Patent number: 6953299Abstract: A system for treating a work surface including a handle portion, a first tool head adapted for use with a removable pad and a second tool head, both connectable to the handle portion, and a first fluid reservoir is disclosed. In some arrangements, the second tool head can be used with a removable pad or can include an electric motor. A controller can be provided for releasing and stopping fluid flow from the first fluid reservoir. An optional second fluid reservoir can also be used. The first tool head and the first fluid reservoir can include a first indicium that can be characterized by a feature such as color, shape, picture, text, or sound. The indicium can signify a work surface, a purpose for surface treatment, a mode of operation or instructions. Surface treatments include applying, cleaning, scrubbing, waxing, polishing, disinfecting, killing mites, killing fleas, detoxifying, neutralizing allergens, painting, removing liquids, and fertilizing.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2004Date of Patent: October 11, 2005Assignee: The Clorox CompanyInventors: Marcus Wang, Thomas Silk, Michael J. Hall, Aaron R. London, Kaj Johnson
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Publication number: 20050089360Abstract: An advanced cleaning system comprising cleaning compositions, pads, and implements provide effective cleaning of soft and hard surfaces. The system includes (a) a handle portion, the handle portion having a proximal end and a distal end, (b) a cleaning head portion that is attached to the distal end of the handle portion and that is adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad; (c) a cradle that is secured to the handle portion, and (d) a detachable cleaning aerosol reservoir for delivering cleaning fluid onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion, wherein the reservoir is positioned within the cradle.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2004Publication date: April 28, 2005Inventors: Aram Garabedian, Michael Hall, Maria Ochomogo, Marcus Wang, Andrew Kilkenny, Kaj Johnson, Thomas Silk, Michael Robbins, Aaron London, Dennis Rich, Doug Walker
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Publication number: 20040184867Abstract: A system for treating a work surface including a handle portion, a first tool head adapted for use with a removable pad and a second tool head, both connectable to the handle portion, and a first fluid reservoir is disclosed. In some arrangements, the second tool head can be used with a removable pad or can include an electric motor. A controller can be provided for releasing and stopping fluid flow from the first fluid reservoir. An optional second fluid reservoir can also be used. The first tool head and the first fluid reservoir can include a first indicium that can be characterized by a feature such as color, shape, picture, text, or sound. The indicium can signify a work surface, a purpose for surface treatment, a mode of operation or instructions. Surface treatments include applying, cleaning, scrubbing, waxing, polishing, disinfecting, killing mites, killing fleas, detoxifying, neutralizing allergens, painting, removing liquids, and fertilizing.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2004Publication date: September 23, 2004Inventors: Marcus Wang, Thomas Silk, Michael J. Hall, Aaron R. London, Kaj Johnson
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Publication number: 20040144406Abstract: A dry aerosol carpet cleaning process comprising cleaning compositions, pads, and implements provide effective cleaning of carpets. The system includes (a) a cleaning implement (b) a disposable cleaning substrate attached to the cleaning implement, and (c) an aerosol canister to deliver a cleaning composition. The aerosol cleaning composition has unique cleaning properties when used with the cleaning implement and disposable cleaning substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2004Publication date: July 29, 2004Inventors: Aram Garabedian, Joyce DelosReyes, Thao Nguyen, Kaj Johnson
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Publication number: 20040141798Abstract: An advanced cleaning system comprising cleaning compositions, pads, and implements provide effective cleaning of soft and hard surfaces. The system includes (a) a handle portion, the handle portion having a proximal end and a distal end, (b) a cleaning head portion that is attached to the distal end of the handle portion and that is adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad; (c) a cradle that is secured to the handle portion, and (d) a detachable cleaning aerosol reservoir for delivering cleaning fluid onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion, wherein the reservoir is positioned within the cradle.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2003Publication date: July 22, 2004Inventors: Aram Garabedian, Michael J. Hall, Maria G. Ochomogo, Marcus Wang, Andrew Kilkenny, Kaj A. Johnson, Thomas Silk, Michael H. Robbins, Aaron R. London, Dennis Rich, Doug Walker
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Patent number: 6123837Abstract: A faucet mounted water filter is described, comprising a base having a water inlet upstanding from a first end of the base and attachable to a water faucet, a first water outlet downwardly directed from the first end of the base for discharging unfiltered water, a second water outlet downwardly directed from a second end of the base for discharging filtered water and a filter cartridge seat disposed on the second end of the base, a replaceable filter cartridge comprising a unitary subassembly including a closed outer cylindrical shell having top and side walls defining a chamber therein, a filter element disposed with the filter chamber and a filter cartridge base, a latch device for demountably securing the filter cartridge in the housing cartridge seat, a diverter valve for selectively permitting the flow of water through the housing first water outlet and the filter cartridge, and an end-of-use indicator for determining the status of the filter element during use.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 1999Date of Patent: September 26, 2000Assignee: The Clorox CompanyInventors: John Wadsworth, William Patrick Conley, Daniel T. Carty, Fredrick G. Doolittle, Edward B. Rinker, Kaj A. Johnson, Elizabeth Hedberg, Carl Kling
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Patent number: 5976362Abstract: A faucet mounted water filter is described, comprising a base having a water inlet upstanding from a first end of the base and attachable to a water faucet, a first water outlet downwardly directed from the first end of the base for discharging unfiltered water, a second water outlet downwardly directed from a second end of the base for discharging filtered water and a filter cartridge seat disposed on the second end of the base, a replaceable filter cartridge comprising a unitary subassembly including a closed outer cylindrical shell having top and side walls defining a chamber therein, a filter element disposed with the filter chamber and a filter cartridge base, latch means for demountably securing the filter cartridge in the housing cartridge seat, a diverter valve for selectively permitting the flow of water through the housing first water outlet and the filter cartridge, and an end-of-use indicator for determining the status of the filter element during use.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 1998Date of Patent: November 2, 1999Assignee: The Clorox CompanyInventors: John Wadsworth, William Patrick Conley, Daniel T. Carty, Fredrick G. Doolittle, Edward B. Rinker, Kaj A. Johnson, Elizabeth Hedberg, Carl Kling
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Patent number: 5698476Abstract: A system for removing extraneous, random free-flowing dyes from laundry washing applications which comprises a novel unitary dosing laundry article that can freely circulate among items being laundered. The laundry article further comprises a dye absorber and a dye transfer inhibitor which are introduced into a wash liquor via a support matrix. The dye absorber maintains a relational association with the support matrix in the wash liquor, whereas the dye transfer inhibitor is delivered up from the support matrix to the wash liquor and may be evenly distributed throughout the wash liquor. The laundry article of the present invention provides a method for preventing the redeposition of extraneous dyes onto other wash items, while simultaneously providing an indicator system for the manifestation of such scavenging process.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 1995Date of Patent: December 16, 1997Assignee: The Clorox CompanyInventors: Kaj A. Johnson, Gregory Van Buskirk, Samuel M. Gillette
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Patent number: 5328597Abstract: A self-contained electronic monitoring unit for attachment to a device, such as a water filter, designed to be used until the occurrence of a predetermined event such as a predetermined number of uses, includes transducer for providing distinct outputs such as different audio output signals. A programmed integrated circuit and use detecting means such as electrical contacts detect each use of the device and monitor when the device is operational, when the end of life event is imminent and has occurred. The integrated circuit is programmed to operate the transducer to produce output signals during each use of the device informing the user that the device is operational, that the predetermined event or end of useful life is imminent and that the useful life has expired. The unit includes a battery for supplying power to the transducer and integrated circuit.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 1992Date of Patent: July 12, 1994Assignee: The Clorox CorporationInventors: Norton K. Boldt, Jr., Kaj A. Johnson