Decorative Fragrance Dispensing System
A bead packet apparatus includes a plurality of beads that have been infused with fragrance. The bead packet further includes a fabric casing enclosing the plurality of beads. The plurality of beads may include ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) beads. The plurality of beads may be configured to release the fragrance over a period of time in the absence of heat above room temperature. The fragrance may be released in response to receiving an air flow between the plurality of beads.
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This application claims the benefit, under 35 U.S.C. §119, of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/893,021 filed on Oct. 18, 2013, and entitled “Decorative Fragrance Dispensing System,” which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
FIELD OF THE DISCLOSUREThis disclosure generally relates to a decorative fragrance dispensing system.
BACKGROUNDFragrance dispensing products may be used to dispense fragrance into surrounding air (for example, within a room, office, workplace, or household), thereby “freshening” the air and creating a pleasant atmosphere. In creating the pleasant atmosphere, ambient lighting may also be included as part of a fragrance dispensing product. Examples of types of fragrance dispensing products may include candles, air fresheners, electric fragrance dispensers, etc.
Some fragrance dispensing products use fragrance elements such as melted wax, gels, and/or liquids, to hold and dispense fragrance. These products may become messy if the wax, gels, or liquids are spilled. Further, children and/or animals may be inclined to play with or eat the wax, gels, or liquids. Hence, current fragrance dispensing systems may present a danger to children and/or animals.
Some products may use molded EVA plastic infused with fragrance instead of wax, gels, or liquids. However, such products use heating elements to heat the EVA plastic to temperatures between about 100° F. and 150° F. The heat causes the EVA plastic to release the fragrance. Using a heating element within a fragrance dispensing system may be dangerous to people or articles that may come in contact with the heating element or a heated portion of the fragrance dispensing system. Further, using molded plastics may not enable sufficient airflow to pass through the fragrance dispensing system to infuse the air with the fragrance.
SUMMARYDisclosed is a fragrance packet that may be filled with ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) beads that are infused with fragrances. The disclosed fragrance packet may resolve or mitigate at least one disadvantage of current systems described above and or one or more additional disadvantages known in the relevant art. The fragrance packet may have a high fragrance load (e.g., 17%). Throughout the process of infusing the fragrance into the EVA beads and during use of the fragrance packet, no additional heat (e.g., above room temperature) may be applied to the EVA beads, which may enable the EVA beads to last longer and to maintain a high level of fragrance for distribution in multiple applications and settings. The fragrance packet may be used passively (e.g., as a standalone apparatus) or actively (e.g., with a fragrance dispensing system that includes a fan). Hence, the fragrance packet may be portable.
In an embodiment, a bead packet apparatus includes a plurality of beads that have been infused with fragrance. The apparatus further includes a fabric casing enclosing the plurality of beads.
In an embodiment, the plurality of beads include ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) beads. The plurality of beads may be configured to release the fragrance over a period of time in the absence of heat above room temperature. The fragrance may be released in response to receiving an air flow between the plurality of beads. The fabric casing may include a mesh that enables the airflow through the plurality of EVA beads. A total surface area of the plurality of EVA beads may be large enough to release a human detectable amount of fragrance in the absence of heat above room temperature. A fragrance load of the EVA beads may be at least 17%.
In an embodiment, the apparatus further includes a hook configured to attach to the fabric casing. Alternatively, a size and shape of the bead packet may fit a platform of a fragrance dispensing apparatus. The fragrance dispensing apparatus may be configured to receive the bead packet at the platform. The fragrance dispensing apparatus may further be configured to actuate air flow through the bead packet, the bead packet remaining substantially unheated by a scent dispensing apparatus during actuation of the airflow.
In an embodiment, a method includes receiving an air flow between a plurality of beads enclosed by a fabric casing. The method further includes releasing a fragrance from the plurality of beads in response to the air flow in the absence of heat above room temperature.
In an embodiment, the plurality of beads include ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) beads. Releasing the fragrance may occur over a period of time. Releasing the fragrance may include releasing a human detectable amount of fragrance in the absence of heat above room temperature. In an embodiment, the air flow is generated by a fan of a fragrance dispensing apparatus.
In an embodiment, a method of forming a bead packet apparatus includes tumbling a plurality of beads with one or more fragrance agents. The method further includes encasing a portion of the plurality of beads into a fabric casing.
In an embodiment, tumbling the plurality of beads is performed in a sealed tumbling machine. Tumbling the plurality of beads may be performed without heating the plurality of beads above room temperature. Further, tumbling the plurality of beads may be performed for at least one hour. Alternatively, tumbling the plurality of beads may be performed for at least three days. Tumbling the plurality of beads may be performed until a fragrance load of the beads is at least 17%.
While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments have been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail herein. However, it should be understood that the disclosure is not intended to be limited to the particular forms disclosed. Rather, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.
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The housing 110 may include a platform 112 and a sidewall 116 coupled together such that the platform 112 and the sidewall 116 define a cavity that includes an upper portion 151 and a lower portion 152. Further, the platform 112 may include one or more openings, such as the opening 114 defined therein. The opening 114 may communicatively couple a space 150 above the platform 110 to the upper portion 151 of the cavity. For example, a change of air pressure within the upper portion of the cavity 151 may cause an airflow path to pass between the space 150 and the upper portion 151 of the cavity via the openings including the opening 114. Likewise, the sidewall 116 may include one or more openings, such as the opening 118 defined therein. The opening 118 may communicatively couple a space 153 adjacent to the sidewall 116 to the upper portion 151 of the cavity. The housing 110 may be formed from and include materials such as ceramic materials, poly resin materials, wax materials, etc. For example, the housing 110 may include ceramic, glass, poly resin, plastic, wood, metal, composites, another type of shapeable material, or a combination thereof.
The platform 112 may be configured to receive the EVA bead packet 120. For example, a size and/or a shape of the platform 112 may retain the EVA bead packet 120 when placed in contact with the EVA bead packet 120.
The EVA bead packet 120 may include a plurality of EVA beads such as the EVA bead 122 and a casing 124 enclosing the plurality of EVA beads. An embodiment of the EVA bead packet 120 is described further with reference to
The lower module 130 may include a battery 131, a locking mechanism 132, a recharging cable 133, at least one light emitting diode (LED) 134, a switch connector 135, a turnable knob 136, a translucent plastic plate 137, and a controller circuit 138. Although not depicted in
The battery 131 may include any battery capable of powering the motor 160 and the at least one LED 134. For example, the battery 131 may be a rechargeable high capacity lithium ion battery, such as a low voltage and power consumption DC 3.7 volt rechargeable lithium ion battery. The battery 131 may be electrically coupled to the motor 160 and the at least one LED 134 via the controller circuit 138 as described further with reference to
The locking mechanism 132 may include any type of locking mechanism capable of coupling the housing 110 to the lower module 130 when enabled and releasing the housing 110 from the lower module 130 when disabled. In an embodiment, the locking mechanism 132 includes a twist locking mechanism. For example, the locking mechanism 132 may include a notch attached to a side of the lower module 130 as depicted in
The recharging cable 133 may include any type of recharging cable capable of charging the battery 131. In an embodiment, the recharging cable 133 is electrically coupled to the battery 131 via the controller circuit 138 as described with reference to
The at least one LED 134 may be configured to produce light within the upper portion 151 and the lower portion 152 of the cavity. The light may pass through the translucent plate 137. The light may further pass through the opening 114, the opening 118, or both, thereby producing ambient lighting around the fragrance dispensing system 100. In an embodiment, the at least one LED 134 includes six LEDs coupled to the controller circuit 138.
The switch connector 135 may be configured to receive the turnable knob 136 and to place the turnable knob in communication with a switch of the controller circuit 138. For example, the switch connector 135 may be keyed with a star shape that enables an inside of the turnable knob 136 to be press fit to the switch connector 135 and locked into place. The turnable knob 136 may then be rotated to activate different settings of the switch connector 135 and an associated switch coupled to the controller circuit 138.
The translucent plastic plate 137 may cover the at least one LED 134 thereby separating the at least one LED 134 from the lower portion 152 of the cavity. In an embodiment, the translucent plastic plate 137 is cloudy white to modify light from the at least one LED 134 to generate an ambient lighting. Other types of plates are also possible, such as a transparent plate.
The controller circuit 138 may include one or more inputs, switches, processors, and/or circuits capable of initiating operations associated with the fragrance dispensing system 100. An embodiment of the controller circuit 138 is further described with reference to
The fan 140 may include any type of ventilator system capable of generating an airflow path from the space 150 above the platform to the lower portion 152 of the cavity via the opening 114 of the platform 112 and via the upper portion 151 of the cavity. The airflow path may further pass from the lower portion 152 of the cavity to the space 153 adjacent to the sidewall 116 via the upper portion 151 of the cavity and via the opening 118 of the sidewall 116. To generate the airflow, the fan 140 may use a reverse motion. For example, the fan 140 may be configured to pull air down through the cavity (e.g., from the upper portion 151 to the lower portion 152). In an embodiment, the fan 140 includes two diametrically opposed blades 142, 144. An angle and size of the blades 142, 143 may reduce a noise emitted by the fan while increasing an airflow through the airflow path. In an embodiment, the fan includes three blades. The fan 140 may also be transparent. For example, the fan 140 may be formed of colorless see-through plastic such that light from the LED 134 may pass through the fan 140.
The motor 160 may include any type of motor capable of driving the fan 140. The motor 160 may further include cloth brushing 162. The cloth brushing 162 may reduce an amount of noise and/or vibration associated with operation of the motor 160.
The topper 170 may be configured to fit with the housing 110. When coupled together, the topper 170 and the platform 112 may define an upper cavity configured to retain the EVA bead packet. The topper 170 may include at least one opening 172 defined therein. The at least one opening 172 may enable an air flow path to pass through the EVA bead packet 120 and the at least one opening 114 without being restricted.
During operation, the controller circuit 138 may receive one or more signals indicating an operating state of the fragrance dispensing system 100. Particular embodiments of the operating states of the fragrance dispensing system 100 are described further with reference to
As further operations, a user may be able to disable the locking mechanism 132 enabling the housing 110 to be separated from the lower module 130. The housing may be replaced by a second housing. For example, the user may prefer a style of the second housing as compared to the housing 110. The second housing may include a second platform configured to receive the EVA bead packet 120. In an embodiment, a plurality of interchangeable housings with different designs may be used with lower module 130.
A benefit associated with the fragrance dispensing system 100 is that the combination of the extended surface area of the EVA beads with the airflow path produced by the fan 140 may enable the fragrance dispensing apparatus to dispense fragrance without heating the EVA beads 122 in contrast to systems that use molded EVA plastic and/or traditional airflow paths. Other advantages and benefits of the fragrance dispensing system 100 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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The controller circuit 210 may include one or more integrated circuits 212, a DC battery controller 214, a recharge controller 216, and a motor controller 218. Although, the integrated circuits 212, the DC battery controller 214, the recharge controller 216, and the motor controller 218 are depicted as distinct, in other embodiments, one or more of the integrated circuits 212, the DC battery controller 214, the recharge controller 216, and the motor controller 218, or portions thereof, may be combined.
In an embodiment, the controller circuit 210 includes a printed circuit board (PCB). The PCB may be coupled to the four wire switch 220, the power save switch 222, and the battery charge input 224. The PCB may be further coupled to the integrated circuits 212, the DC battery controller 214, the recharge controller 216, and the motor controller 218. The PCB may also be coupled to the fan 230 and the at least one LED 232.
The integrated circuits 212 may include a processor capable of performing operations associated with the system 200 as described herein. For example, the processor may include any type of processing device such as a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), a peripheral interface controller (PIC), and/or another type of processing element.
The DC battery controller 214 may perform operations to selectively operate the battery 240. For example, the DC battery controller 214 may disconnect an output of the battery 240 in response to a determination that the battery has reached a predetermined level of discharge. Further, the DC battery controller 214 may reduce an amount of current drawn from the battery 240 in response to determining that the amount of current exceeds a predetermined threshold. Additionally, the DC battery controller may disconnect an output of the battery 240 in response to an input received from the four wire switch, 220, the power save switch 222, the battery charge input 224, or a combination thereof.
The recharge controller 216 may receive a charging current from the battery charge input 224. Based on the charging current, the recharge controller 216 may generate a charging input usable to charge the battery 240. The charging input may be directed by the recharge controller 216 into the battery 240. Upon detecting that the battery 240 is charged beyond a threshold, the recharge controller 216 may disconnect the charging input from the battery 240.
The motor controller 218 may selectively control the fan motor 230 to adjust a speed of the fan motor 230. For example, the motor controller 218 may receive a signal from the integrated circuits 212 indicating that a speed of the fan motor 230 should be increased or decreased. Based on the signal, the motor controller 218 may increase an amount of power supplied to the fan motor 230.
During operation, the controller circuit 210 may selectively enter an off state, a light state, a low state, or a high state. For example, a user may position the four wire switch 220 to one of four positions corresponding to a particular state. The particular state may be communicated to the integrated circuits 212. The controller circuit 210 may refrain from operating both the fan motor 230 and the one or more LEDs 232 while in the off state. The controller circuit 210 may further refrain from operating the fan motor 230 and may operate the one or more LEDs 232 while in the light only state. The controller circuit 210 may also operate the fan motor 230 at a low speed while in the low state. The controller circuit 210 may operate the fan motor 230 at a high speed while in the high state. Both the high state and the low state may correspond to and be included as part of an on state of the system 200.
The system 200 may further selectively enter a power saving state. For example, a user may position the power save switch 222 to one of two positions indicating to the integrated circuits 212 whether the system 200 is to enter the power saving state. While in the power saving state, the controller circuit 210 may perform power saving operations for a first period of time and may be powered off for a second period of time. To illustrate, the controller circuit 210 may perform power saving operations during 4 hours of a 24 hour period. The power saving operations may include operating the fan for a first duration (e.g., for a 15 minute period) and ceasing to operate the fan for a second duration (e.g., for a 5 minute period). Thus, during the power saving state, the system 200 may conserve power, thereby prolonging an amount of time between battery charges.
A benefit associated with the system 200 including the power save switch 222 is that the system 200 may be more portable as compared to fragrance dispensing systems that do not have power save options. For example, the system 200 may be operated independent of a power input for longer than other systems. In an embodiment, the battery 240 may be able to operate the system 200 for more than 80 hours without being recharged. Other advantages and benefits of the system 200 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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The topper 170 may be coupled to the housing 110 via a press fit mechanism. In other embodiments, other mechanisms may be used to secure the topper 170 to the housing 110. When coupled to the housing 110, the topper 170 and the platform 112 may define a cavity that is configured to retain the EVA bead packet 120.
A benefit of the topper 170 is that the EVA bead packet 120 may be retained securely in place, thereby preventing the EVA bead packet from falling or becoming lost should the fragrance dispensing system be moved or jostled. Other benefits and advantages of the topper 170 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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The o ring 590 may help secure a housing (e.g., the housing 110) coupled to the lower module 530. The o ring 590 may further seal the housing (e.g., the housing 110) to the lower module 530, thereby protecting the air flow pattern described with reference to
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The lower module 630 may further include molded letters 602. The molded letters 602 may provide instructions to a user for activating the locking mechanism 132. For example, the locking mechanism 132 may be a twisting locking mechanism, and the molded letters 602 may instruct the user to rotate the lower module 630 to lock the lower module 630 to a housing such as the housing 610.
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The method 1100 may further include actuating airflow through the EVA bead packet, at 1104. The EVA bead packet may remain substantially unheated by a fragrance dispensing apparatus during actuation of the airflow. For example, the fan 140 may actuate air flow through the EVA bead packet 120, thereby infusing the air with a fragrance received from the EVA bead packet 120 without heating the EVA bead packet 120.
The method 1100 may also include generate an airflow path from a space above a platform to a lower portion of a cavity via the EVA bead packet and via at least one platform opening defined within the platform, from the lower portion of the cavity to an upper portion of the cavity, and from the upper portion of the cavity to a space adjacent to a sidewall via at least one sidewall opening, at 1106. For example, the air flow path described with reference to
A benefit of the method 1100 is that fragrance may be infused into air passing through the EVA bead packet and may be directed efficiently to a space without heating the EVA bead packet or employing any type of heating element. Other benefits and advantages of the method 1100 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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The plurality of beads 1202 may include EVA beads infused with fragrance. Further, the plurality of beads 1202 may be configured to release the fragrance over a period of time. The fragrance may be released in response to receiving an air flow between the plurality of beads 1202. The amount of fragrance released in response to the air flow may depend on a total surface area of the plurality of beads 1202 that come in contact with the air flow. A total surface area of the plurality of beads 1202 may be sufficiently large to enable a human detectable amount of fragrance to be released. As used herein, a human detectable amount of fragrance is a concentration of scent that enables a typical human to smell the fragrance when located proximate to the bead packet 1200. Different fragrance agents may have different detectability thresholds. Detectability thresholds corresponding to particular fragrance agents are known to persons of ordinary skill in the art. Due to the large surface area that the plurality of beads 1202 present, the human detectable amount of fragrance may be released in the absence of heat above room temperature. As used herein, room temperature means a range of temperatures between 60° F. 100° F. In an embodiment, the plurality of beads 1202 may release a human detectable amount of fragrance at below 75° F. In an embodiment, the beads are infused with a fragrance load of 17 percent. The fragrance load may be an indication of percentage of fragrance agent volume as compared to a volume of fragrance element (e.g., the plurality of fragrance beads 1202).
Particular fragrances that may be infused in the plurality of beads 1102 may include Accord, Amber, Amber Crystals, Aniseed, Apple, Baked Cookie, Bartlett Pear, Basil Leaf, Bergamot, Blackberry, Black Pepper, Blossom, Butterscotch Pudding, Brown Sugar, Caramel, Churned Buttermilk, California Grapefruit, Champagne, Cinnamon, Cinnamon Ceylon, Cinnamon Flower, Cinnamon Sprinkles, Clove, Clove Leaf, Coconut, Cranberries, Creme Fraiche, Crystalized Sugar, Cypress, Dark Amber, Dewy Peach, Fizz Accord, Floral, Fresh Sage, Fresh Vanilla, Geranium, Geranium Rose, Gala Apple, Galbanum, Ginger Root, Golden Delicious, Ground Nutmeg, Honey, Iced Vanilla, Indian Limette, Jasmine, Lemon-Lime, Lime, Mandarin Orange, Mango, Maple, Meyer Lemon, Melted Caramel, Mint, Mixed Fruit, Musk, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Orange, Orange, Orange Flower, Orange Mandarin, Patchouli Leaf, Peach, Pear, Pine, Pineapple, Pine Needle, Prune, Raspberries, Red Raspberries, Ripe Peach, Rum, Salt, Sandalwood, Shaved Ginger, Sizzling Orange, Soft Cinnamon, Spicy, Sugar Plum, Sweet Cinnamon, Sweet Balsam, Tequila, Toffee, Tonka Beans, Vanilla, Vanilla Bean, Vetiver, Warm Toffee, Water Lily, Whipped Butter, Whipped Cream, White Vanilla, Yellow Mandarin, other types of fragrances, or a combination thereof. The particular fragrances listed herein are intended as a non-limiting example. It should be understood that in one or more other embodiments the plurality of beads 1102 may be infused with other types of fragrances not listed herein.
The fabric casing 1204 may include a mesh that enables air flow through the plurality of beads. In an embodiment, the fabric casing 1104 may also include a hook receiver 1206. The hook receiver 1206 may include string or twine coupled to the fabric casing 1104. The hook receiver may be configured to receive a hook 1108, thereby coupling the fabric casing 1104 to the hook 1108.
A benefit of the fragrance packet 1200 may be that the plurality of beads 1202 may release a fragrance without being heated. Further, because the fragrance packet 1200 may be relatively small it may be portable for use in a variety of applications. Also, the hook 1208 may enable the fragrance packet 1200 to be attached to household items, such as a laundry basket, a car mirror, various knobs, etc. Additional advantages and benefits of the fragrance packet 1200 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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The tumbler machine 1300 may include a mixing mechanism 1304. For example, the mixing mechanism may include an auger, mixing arm, another mixing element, or any combination thereof. The tumbler machine 1300 may further include a lid 1306. The lid 1306 may be configured to seal the tumbler machine 1300 to prevent fragrance agents from seeping out of the tumbler machine 1300 during tumbling.
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The method 1400 may also include releasing a fragrance from the plurality of beads in response to the air flow in the absence of heat above room temperature, at 1404. For example, the plurality of beads 1202 may release a fragrance in response to the air flow. As explained herein, the fragrance may be released over a period of time. Further, the fragrance may be released in the absence of additional stimuli such as heat. In an embodiment, the air flow may be generated by a fan, as described with reference to
A benefit associated with the method 1400 may be that the plurality of beads may release fragrance without resorting to using a heating element, thereby making the bead packet safer as compared to fragrance dispensing products that use heating elements. Additional advantages and benefits of the method 1400 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art having the benefit of this disclosure.
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The method 1500 may further include encasing a portion of the plurality of beads into a fabric casing, at 1504. For example, the plurality of beads 1302, or at least a portion thereof, may be encased within a fabric casing (e.g., the fabric casing 1204).
A benefit of the method 1500 is that the beads may be infused with fragrance without being heated as compared to manufacturing methods that do not use a sealed tumbler or that do not use beads which inherently have a high surface area. Additional advantages and benefits of the method 1500 will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art having the benefit of this disclosure.
Although various embodiments have been shown and described, the present disclosure is not so limited and will be understood to include all such modifications and variations are would be apparent to one skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A bead packet apparatus comprising:
- a plurality of beads that have been infused with fragrance; and
- a fabric casing enclosing the plurality of beads.
2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plurality of beads include ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) beads.
3. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plurality of beads are configured to release the fragrance over a period of time in the absence of heat above room temperature.
4. The apparatus of claim 3, wherein the fragrance is released in response to receiving an air flow between the plurality of beads.
5. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the fabric casing includes a mesh that enables airflow through the plurality of EVA beads.
6. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein a total surface area of the plurality of EVA beads is large enough to release a human detectable amount of fragrance in the absence of heat above room temperature.
7. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein a fragrance load of the EVA beads is at least 17%.
8. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising a hook configured to attach to the fabric casing.
9. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein a size and shape of the bead packet fits a platform of a fragrance dispensing apparatus, the fragrance dispensing apparatus configured to:
- receive the bead packet at the platform; and
- actuate air flow through the bead packet, the bead packet remaining substantially unheated by a scent dispensing apparatus during actuation of the airflow.
10. A method comprising:
- receiving an air flow between a plurality of beads enclosed by a fabric casing;
- releasing a fragrance from the plurality of beads in response to the air flow in the absence of heat above room temperature.
11. The method of claim 10, wherein the plurality of beads include ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) beads.
12. The method of claim 10, wherein releasing the fragrance occurs over a period of time.
13. The method of claim 10, wherein releasing the fragrance comprises releasing a human detectable amount of fragrance in the absence of heat above room temperature.
14. The method of claim 10, wherein the air flow is generated by a fan of a fragrance dispensing apparatus.
15. A method of forming a bead packet apparatus, the method comprising:
- tumbling a plurality of beads with one or more fragrance agents; and
- encasing a portion of the plurality of beads into a fabric casing.
16. The method of claim 15, wherein tumbling the plurality of beads is performed in a sealed tumbling machine.
17. The method of claim 15, wherein tumbling the plurality of beads is performed without heating the plurality of beads above room temperature.
18. The method of claim 15, wherein tumbling the plurality of beads is performed for at least one hour.
19. The method of claim 15, wherein tumbling the plurality of beads is performed for at least three days.
20. The method of claim 15, wherein tumbling the plurality of beads is performed until a fragrance load of the beads is at least 17%.
Type: Application
Filed: Oct 17, 2014
Publication Date: Apr 23, 2015
Applicant:
Inventors: Benjamin R. Chase (Highland, UT), David Hendrickson (West Valley, UT)
Application Number: 14/517,789
International Classification: A61L 9/12 (20060101); A61L 9/04 (20060101);