Patents by Inventor Kevin Christopher Possell
Kevin Christopher Possell 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: 20190358679Abstract: The present invention relates to dual textured treatment cleansing articles comprising first and second outer members forming first and second sides of the article. The first and second sides are both textured, although preferably the sides have different textures to provide the user with differing degrees of cleaning in a single cleansing article. For example, in one embodiment, the first side has coefficient of friction greater than 0.50, such as from 0.50 to about 0.75 and more preferably from about 0.55 to about 0.65, and the second side has coefficient of friction less than 0.50, such as from about 0.30 to 0.50 and more preferably from about 0.35 to about 0.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2017Publication date: November 28, 2019Inventors: Kevin Christopher Possell, Elizabeth Oriel Bradley, Alma Leticia Alejandro
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Patent number: 10349799Abstract: The present invention relates to cleansing articles comprising first and second members forming the first and second outer surface of the article respectively, where the coefficient of friction and/or permeability of the members are different. In certain embodiments the first member comprises a plurality of polymeric protuberances and the second member comprises a plurality of hollow projections.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2017Date of Patent: July 16, 2019Assignee: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Elizabeth Oriel Bradley, Kevin Christopher Possell, James Michael Hoying, Melanie Samantha Chu
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Publication number: 20180360288Abstract: The present invention relates to cleansing articles comprising first and second members forming the first and second outer surface of the article respectively, where the coefficient of friction and/or permeability of the members are different. In certain embodiments the first member comprises a plurality of polymeric protuberances and the second member comprises a plurality of hollow projections.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2017Publication date: December 20, 2018Inventors: Elizabeth Oriel Bradley, Kevin Christopher Possell, James Michael Hoying, Melanie Samantha Chu
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Patent number: 9788694Abstract: A dispensing container for dispensable wipes generally comprises a base at least partially defining an internal compartment for storing the wipes and a dispensing partition connected to the base. The dispensing partition comprises a flexible material having an aperture defined therein through which the wipes are individually removable. The dispensing partition is configured to move from a first position to a second position when one of the wipes is removed from the container through the aperture. The dispensing partition is biased towards the first position, and is at least partially inverted from the first position when in the second position.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2014Date of Patent: October 17, 2017Assignee: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Robert M. Hill, Kevin Christopher Possell, Christopher Martin Pieper
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Patent number: 9238530Abstract: The present invention provides a resealable closure system that may be incorporated into a container for storing and dispensing moisture sensitive product, such as a dry wiping substrate and more preferably a dry wipe useful for facial cleansing or the application of make-up. The closure system is not only resealable, but is also substantially watertight as a result of the lid having a sealing flange and an overhang.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: January 19, 2016Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Christopher Possell, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jason Robert Boon
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Publication number: 20150272406Abstract: A dispensing container for dispensable wipes generally comprises a base at least partially defining an internal compartment for storing the wipes and a dispensing partition connected to the base. The dispensing partition comprises a flexible material having an aperture defined therein through which the wipes are individually removable. The dispensing partition is configured to move from a first position to a second position when one of the wipes is removed from the container through the aperture. The dispensing partition is biased towards the first position, and is at least partially inverted from the first position when in the second position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2014Publication date: October 1, 2015Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. Hill, Kevin Christopher Possell, Christopher Martin Pieper
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Patent number: 9125528Abstract: To better facilitate the application and removal of make-up on the skin, including on the face, and especially around the eyes, the present invention provides a wiping product having two or more lobes which substantially conform to both the user's finger and the area around the user's eyes. The wiping product is not secured to the user's finger or worn like a glove, but rather is simply supported by one or more fingers in use. In this manner, the wiping product is both simple to use and provides excellent application and removal of make-up in often hard to reach areas, such as the recesses of the eyes.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2014Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Jason Robert Boon, Frederick Juan Williams, Jr., Walter George Bauer, Kevin Christopher Possell
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Patent number: 9027754Abstract: Containers and dispensers for wiping substrates, and wet wiping substrates in particular, have been provided with lids, the containers have been susceptible to leakage, or difficulties in dispensing the contents. Provided is a refillable container for storing and dispensing wiping substrates. A refill cartridge containing wiping substrates having a peelable seal disposed on a first surface and a second surface for forming a seal with the container lid is provided.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2013Date of Patent: May 12, 2015Inventors: Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Kevin Christopher Possell, Jason Robert Boon, Matthew Chace Carpenter, Mark Joseph Guarraia, Daniel Patrick Smith
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Publication number: 20150089761Abstract: To better facilitate the application and removal of make-up on the skin, including on the face, and especially around the eyes, the present invention provides a wiping product having two or more lobes which substantially conform to both the user's finger and the area around the user's eyes. The wiping product is not secured to the user's finger or worn like a glove, but rather is simply supported by one or more fingers in use. In this manner, the wiping product is both simple to use and provides excellent application and removal of make-up in often hard to reach areas, such as the recesses of the eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2014Publication date: April 2, 2015Inventors: Jason Robert Boon, Frederick Juan Williams, JR., Walter George Bauer, Kevin Christopher Possell
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Publication number: 20140367296Abstract: Containers and dispensers for wiping substrates, and wet wiping substrates in particular, have been provided with lids, the containers have been susceptible to leakage, or difficulties in dispensing the contents. Provided is a refillable container for storing and dispensing wiping substrates. A refill cartridge containing wiping substrates having a peelable seal disposed on a first surface and a second surface for forming a seal with the container lid is provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2013Publication date: December 18, 2014Inventors: Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Kevin Christopher Possell, Jason Robert Boon, Matthew Chace Carpenter, Mark Joseph Guarraia, Daniel Patrick Smith
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Patent number: 8893890Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to a container and dispensing system, and more particularly to a refillable container that includes a container base having a partially open bottom, a refill cartridge disposed in the container base and covering at least a portion of the open bottom, and a lid. Providing a container base with a partially open bottom provides the user with an easy means of removing the refill cartridge, as the user may simply contact the refill cartridge through the bottom opening and push it upward through the open top of the container.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Kevin Christopher Possell, Jason Robert Boon
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Publication number: 20140231445Abstract: The present invention provides a resealable closure system that may be incorporated into a container for storing and dispensing moisture sensitive product, such as a dry wiping substrate and more preferably a dry wipe useful for facial cleansing or the application of make-up. The closure system is not only resealable, but is also substantially watertight as a result of the lid having a sealing flange and an overhang.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2013Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Christopher Possell, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jason Robert Boon
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Publication number: 20140231297Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to a container and dispensing system, and more particularly to a refillable container that includes a container base having a partially open bottom, a refill cartridge disposed in the container base and covering at least a portion of the open bottom, and a lid. Providing a container base with a partially open bottom provides the user with an easy means of removing the refill cartridge, as the user may simply contact the refill cartridge through the bottom opening and push it upward through the open top of the container.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2013Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Kevin Christopher Possell, Jason Robert Boon
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Publication number: 20130153597Abstract: A container for storing wipes is disclosed. The container for storing wipes includes a container base including a front wall, a back wall, a top wall, and a bottom wall defining an interior cavity for storage of a stack of wipes. The container includes a dispensing panel having a dispensing partition formed therethrough. Within the interior cavity of the container, a support portion is positioned for support of the bottom of the stack of wipes. The support portion forms a support portion angle between about 100 and about 115 degrees with the bottom wall. A container designed as described places the wipes stack in a vertical position thus reducing the footprint should the dispenser be placed on a toilet tank or countertop. Furthermore, the wipes being placed in a vertical position allows for more versatile and durable wall-mounting options while providing adequate dispensing performance.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2011Publication date: June 20, 2013Inventors: Robert Michael Hill, Kevin Christopher Possell
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Publication number: 20100318050Abstract: The present invention can provide a distinctive article which includes a plurality of fibers (62), wherein the fibers include a selected polymer, fiber material. In a particular aspect, the fiber material can exhibit a “low” crystallization rate. In other aspects, the fiber material has been subjected to a low fiber-draw percentage, and the polymer in the fibers can have a high crystalline content of at least 30%. In still other aspects, the fibers can be configured to provide a fibrous web (60), and the fibrous web (60) can have a distinctive tensile strength quotient, with respect to tensile strengths along its machine-direction (22) and cross-direction (24).Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2010Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventors: Vasily A. Topolkaraev, Jayant Chakravarty, Kevin Christopher Possell, Hristo Angelov Hristov
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Patent number: D699129Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Christopher Possell, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jason Robert Boon
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Patent number: D699593Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Jason Robert Boon, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Kevin Christopher Possell
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Patent number: D705081Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jason Robert Boon, Kevin Christopher Possell
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Patent number: D730196Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2014Date of Patent: May 26, 2015Inventors: Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jason Robert Boon, Kevin Christopher Possell
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Patent number: D871082Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2018Date of Patent: December 31, 2019Assignee: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Elizabeth Oriel Bradley, Melanie Samantha Chu, Jerrod Lee Kibbel, James Michael Hoying, Kevin Christopher Possell