Patents Issued in December 9, 2004
  • Publication number: 20040244086
    Abstract: A detachable adaptor for glasses by which shelter glasses are detachably mounted immediately in front of main glasses. The main glasses include a main frame which holds a pair of main lenses, and the shelter glasses include a shelter frame which has magnetic lockers at both ends thereof and holds a pair of shelter lenses. The detachable adaptor has first and second clamp legs to clamp the adaptor to a desired position of the main frame. The first and second clamp legs are jointed at centers thereof to each other by a hinge. The detachable adaptor further has a magnet unit provided at a rear end of the first clamp leg and an adjusting screw provided at a rear end of the second clamp leg. The adjusting screw has a role as a spacer to adjust a clamping force of the first and second clamp legs when clamping the adaptor to the desired position of the main frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Kyung-Nam Kim
  • Publication number: 20040244087
    Abstract: An air deflector for upwardly moving ram air that—if allowed to continue—would impinge on the face of a motorcycle rider, said air rising from a region near the rider's feet as the motorcycle moves along a road. Air deflection is achieved by some kind of a structural body having sufficient density and rigidity to deflect ram air that is impinging on said body, in front of the rider's torso. There is also provided some kind of a structure for supporting the air-deflecting body in front of the rider's torso. The support structure should not constitute a safety hazard for the rider, and could be a frontal part of a leather vest that could otherwise be worn by the rider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Jack G. Halterman
  • Publication number: 20040244088
    Abstract: An athletic finger, palm and wrist protective pad comprising a leather pad configured to substantially conform to the shape of a human palm and wrist is disclosed. The leather pad and an added pad proximate the wrist end of the pad provide protection against abrasion of the palm and wrist of a baseball or softball player while sliding into a base or home plate, as well as protection against hyper-extension of the wrist. A foam dowel encased in the leading, finger end of the pad provides a padded gripping surface for the fingers, thereby preventing jamming, as well as protection from debris sliding under the pad. An elastic loop attached to the leading edge of the sleeve slips easily over the fingers of a user and a wrist strap tightens around the wrist, allowing quick and easy donning of the protective pad while on the base path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Jeffrey Greenhalgh
  • Publication number: 20040244089
    Abstract: A shin rest (10) worn by someone who is kneeling enables the wearer's shin to bear at least some of his or her weight to thereby reduce the stress imposed on the wearer's feet. The shin rest (10) also allows the user to sit back on his or her heels without bringing undue weight to bear on the ankle or the ball of the foot. The shin rest (10) has a body portion (12) that contacts the surface S on which the wearer is kneeling, and thereby supports at least some of the weight and resultant stress otherwise imposed upon the wearer's feet while the wearer is in a kneeling position. The body portion (12) is held to the user's leg by a plurality of straps (14, 16, 18). In a preferred embodiment, the body portion (12) of the shin rest (10) comprises a relatively hard outer shell (26) and a relatively soft cushion liner (24).
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Ian J. Sveilich
  • Publication number: 20040244090
    Abstract: A climate-controlled glove for sporting activities, such as a batting glove. The glove is preferably made of leather with an inner layer of a climate-controlled material, such as polyester, used to insulate the body heat of the user in cold weather and keep the user's hands dry and comfortable in warm weather. The glove is constructed by forming a pre-existing batting glove with a glove made of the climate-controlled material, with the two sewn closely together. The two gloves work as one but allow for separation at the base of the palm. At this point, a fastening means, such as hook and loop or button, secure the gloves to one another. This enables the user to easily insert and remove a heatable material in the shape of the palm. Such may be in the form of a thin gel or similar material, thin enough to not affect the traditional usage of the glove, and provide additional padding for the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Michael Langer
  • Publication number: 20040244091
    Abstract: A safety arrangement is disclosed for power machinery such as a folding machine (10) for sheet metal or plate (40). An operator is charged to a potential above that of the folding machine (10) through a foot pedal (20) and his potential is monitored by means of a control device (20a). If there is a drop in operator potential, machine cycles cannot be started and any cycle under way is halted or reversed. Safety gloves (28) are provided which are made of an electrically conductive material (28a) and onto which is integrated an insulating layer 28c over the palm (30a). The insulating layer (28c) allows handling of metal work pieces (40) without electrical contact being made with the folding machine (10). Meanwhile, the exposed nature of the conductive layer (28a) on the backhand (30c) ensures that the operator is protected from injury from machine parts (12, 14, 18) approaching the gloved hand (30) from the side not being used for work.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Adrien Parren
  • Publication number: 20040244092
    Abstract: A sports glove has a front tab for securing the glove on the hand of the user, a slit to facilitate direct embroidery and a direct embroidered design on the back thereof. Also discussed is a method for the direct embroidery of a log or design directly to the back of a glove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: John F. Peil
  • Publication number: 20040244093
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to a cap for use in an event, and more particularly to, a cap that is usually used in various events such as athletic sports, a picnic, etc. A cap according to the present invention has a sunshade 10′ formed at the cap's body 10 made of an inner layer of low foam synthetic resins and an outer layer of Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) or PolyUrethane (PU), and a display element and a plurality of concave-convex or undulating elements formed at a constant interval with respect to each other on a circumference surface of a penetration element 2 formed at the center of the cap's body. Thus, if the cap is put on a head, the concave-convex elements formed at the penetration element are latched on the head, the cap can be prevented from taking off by a severe wind and marks or characters representing the even can be displayed to promote an event atmosphere.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Wu-Sung Kim
  • Publication number: 20040244094
    Abstract: The crown portion of a simplified and stable hat construction has a lower periphery, an outside and an inside; a horizontally oriented brim; and a headband disposed radially inwardly from the crown's inside. A sliding assembly between the crown's inside and the headband has a first member secured to the crown's inside and a second member slidably attached to the first member and comprising an extension secured to the brim. Thus a user may rotate the brim relative to the crown. The crown may be formed of a sheet of material having a main body portion and including an integral fold on the flap or hem folded inwardly to form a finished edge along its lower periphery. This fold is securely attached to the main body portion to form an upper edge. The first member has a flat base that can be secured to the fold or arranged on the upper edge of such flap, and connected directly to the main body portion of the crown. The fold may be secured to the main body portion of the crown in any suitable way.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Oliver Ahn, Dong Won Yu
  • Publication number: 20040244095
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method and device for temporarily affixing a protective attachment assembly 20 to a headgear 30 having a headband inner surface 36. The stiffener 10 has an arched shape between the two ends 16 and 16A with a left tab 12 and a right tab 12A both having first projections 19 and second projections 19A that provide frictional holding when inserted between the headband inner surface 36 and the perimeter surface 35 of the headgear 30. A center tab 13B consists of an upper relief radius 13 that will accommodate a ponytail 40 and a protruding lower radius 13A that provides stabilizing support when placed over the adjustment strap 33 of the headgear 30.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Lawrence Julius Sonne, Mark Eugene Stockdale
  • Publication number: 20040244096
    Abstract: An adjustable baseball or sports type hat is disclosed having an adjustable circumferential portion along the bottom of the crown. A visor may be attached to the front or rear portion of the crown. A pair of adjustment clasps are affixed near each temple of the crown at or near where the visor is attached to the crown to alter the size of the circumferential portion of the crown. The adjustment clasps may be hidden when adjusted for the wearer or they may be attached on the exterior of the crown. In one embodiment the adjustment clasp is formed by a flap, which is formed above the temple of the crown where the edge of the visor attaches to the crown and has Velcro® on its underside which mates with Velcro® attached on the temple portion of the crown. The flap may be of any shape including that of a logo or trademark. A trademark or logo may also be affixed to the flap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Felipe Claro
  • Publication number: 20040244097
    Abstract: In a state where a parent wears an adult garment and carries a baby in a laid-down manner with a child carrier, female buckles of upper connection tools provided on the adult garment are connected to male buckles of the child carrier, and a ring-shaped buckle of a lower connection tool provided on the adult garment engages with a clip of the child carrier. With this configuration, it is possible to provide an adult garment, a child garment, and parent and child clothing which are almost the same in appearance with regular clothing when worn, have a function as a baby carrier and a harness therefor, are fashionable and casual, and can be used by a man without uncomfortable feeling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Kenzou Kassai, Ichiro Onishi
  • Publication number: 20040244098
    Abstract: In a helmet, a helmet body 1 has ventilation holes 3 formed therein, and a guard portion 2a is arranged outside the helmet body 1 so as to cover the portion thereof where the ventilation holes 3 are formed. The guard portion 2a has a gap 5 for ventilation secured toward the outer surface of the helmet body 1 and the ventilation holes 3.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Yoshiyuki Sumitomo
  • Publication number: 20040244099
    Abstract: A helmet mount for a night vision device is provided having means to attached to headgear, such as a helmet, wherein the mount is rotatable between a use position and a stowed position about an axis that is substantially parallel to the attachment means. In one embodiment, a position adjustment assembly comprises a rotary plate, a helmet block rotationally coupled to the rotary plate and a spring-biased ball and socket system located between the helmet bock and rotary plate. In another embodiment, a tilt adjustment assembly may include a gear system wherein rotation of a lever produces rotation of a night vision device relative to a user's eyes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: Norotos, Inc.
    Inventor: Jonathon R. Prendergast
  • Publication number: 20040244100
    Abstract: A vest with air bag is a durable survival vest with shoulder pads and a front chest protector having ventilation holes therethrough and an attached air bag. The vest includes a shell defining a neck opening, a torso opening, and a pair of opposed arm holes. The vest also has a chest protector attached to the shell and an air bag attached to the chest protector. The air bag is configured to expand in front of a torso of a user. The vest includes a cartridge/canister, an activator, and a D-ring. The vest may include a power source, a sensor, a die marker, a cartridge/canister, an activator, a positioning device, a communication device, an antenna, control logic, and a communication bus. The D-ring is configured to operatively engage the activator to release breathable gas from the cartridge/canister when the D-ring is pulled by a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: William N. Haddacks
  • Publication number: 20040244101
    Abstract: A device with a toilet care action, provided with a reservoir having at least one compartment for an active liquid, a liquid collecting element which, during use, is in a constant communication with the contents of the at least one compartment, and provided with fastening means for fastening the device to a toilet in such a manner that, in an operative condition of the device, the liquid collecting element is located in a path of toilet flushing water, the liquid collecting element comprising a plate which on a side facing the flushing water stream is provided with liquid collecting means, while the side of the plate facing away from the flushing water stream is also provided with liquid collecting means which are in communication with the liquid collecting means of the side facing the flushing water stream via capillary channels provided in the plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: Sara Lee/DE N.V.
    Inventor: Petrus Henricus A. N. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20040244102
    Abstract: A system (1) which allows content providers of value-added SMS services to set-up their own services comprises a Small Message Entity Agent (SMEA) (6) which is coupled to a Short Message Service Centre (4) of a cellular radio telephone network. Providers of value added services can access the SMEA to register a unique identifier in the form of an easily remembered name, which is then translated into a numerical number, which is used as part of the destination address in text messages destined for the content provider. The content provider is able to self-configure his service so that text messages delivered to the SMEA are forwarded to selected message handlers for forwarding to appropriate destinations, such as email addresses, pagers or mobile phones.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Roland A. R. Benzon, Jeoffrey R Lao, Erik L Lacson
  • Publication number: 20040244103
    Abstract: The present invention provides a control panel for controlling operational settings of a spa. The control panel includes a first portion having a first user input device for enabling a user to enter a signal indicative of a desired change in the operational setting of the spa, and a second portion joined to the first portion and having a second user input device for enabling a user to enter a signal indicative of a desired change in the same operational setting of the spa as the first user input device. The first user input device is included within a first user interface positioned such as to facilitate its use by a user situated within the spa. The second user input device is included within a second user interface positioned such as to facilitate use by a user situated outside the spa.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Benoit Laflamme, Christian Brochu, Jean Bizouard
  • Publication number: 20040244104
    Abstract: A seal for a bar mounted within a molded tub and surround. The seal includes a flexible flange and a tubular body extending therefrom. The seal provides a plurality of sealing surfaces which operate to engage the bar and aperture such that an effective redundant waterproof seal is provided. The flexible flange is generally perpendicular to the tubular body and is sized to cover any chips or cracks which may exist about the aperture and to accommodate a non-parallel, curved, and/or angled wall portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Mel Saccomanno, David Lester Pinkston
  • Publication number: 20040244105
    Abstract: A securing device for shower head which has a bell-like body mounted with an inlet rod, a spherical rod, a covering cap, filter and water limiting plate characterized in that: a spraying panel is positioned below the interior of the body and has a circular face with a plurality of water outlet holes, the circumferential edge is provided with a plurality of slanting connection plates welded thereto, a scaling pad is mounted at the external of the spraying panel, the support rim is threaded at the center and is connected to a circular body, the bottom end of the inlet rod is externally threaded and is provided with a plurality of inlet holes, the lower section of the inlet rod is externally threaded and is mounted with an O-ring, the inlet rod and the spherical rod, the covering, the water leakage pad, filter and the water limiting plate are mounted and are then the support ring is screwed to the external threads at the lower section of the water inlet rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Chen Tsai
  • Publication number: 20040244106
    Abstract: A small-scale portable recyclable fluid flushing method used for flushing irritants or inflammatory agents from the skin or eyes, or for flushing infectious debris from wounds. The invention is either made reusable or disposable, and typically comprises: a. a single or plurally chambered container with at least one flushing fluid chamber filled with an uncontaminated flushing fluid appropriate for the intended flushing procedure; b. a first outflow fluid conduit, e.g., a channel or tube, which transports uncontaminated fluid from the container flushing fluid chamber to a pump or impeller housing; c. a manual or electrically operated pump or impeller for transporting uncontaminated fluid through to a second outflow fluid conduit to a dispersal outlet or nozzle; d. a fluid runoff collector surrounding the dispersal outlet, or a catch basin situated below the dispersal outlet, either of which acts as a sump to capture the contaminated runoff fluid from the flushing procedure; e. a first drain fluid conduit; f.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Thomas Peter Chesters
  • Publication number: 20040244107
    Abstract: A pedicure treatment system includes a receptacle for immersion treatment with jet action. A recirculating circuit is coupled to a source of sanitizing agent through a metering pump. Different automated sanitizing modes are carried out according to programmed recirculation of the sanitizing agent. Automated fill control with level sensors and power drain features are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: Belvedere USA Corporation
    Inventor: Mark Waldron
  • Publication number: 20040244108
    Abstract: A apparatus such as a stretcher or guerney, and method, for engaging acquiring and transporting an injured person or some other person or object. The apparatus comprises a base, housing or frame having a low clearance portion; a first conveyance assembly movably connected to the housing for moving the housing with respect to the ground or another base surface; a second conveyance assembly movably connected to the housing for moving the person or object with respect to the housing; and a power member for moving the first and second conveyance assemblies. The apparatus is liftable by other persons to transport the person or object to another location. The method comprises the steps of moving a housing having a low clearance portion so that the low clearance portion moves toward and under the person or object; and moving the person or object relative to the housing. The device and method are mechanized and substantially automated. The device moves so that the person or object remains stationary during loading.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: John Spanton
  • Publication number: 20040244109
    Abstract: A combination crib and high chair apparatus for supporting a child in a reclining position, and a seated position, respectively. The apparatus includes a deck having a head end, a foot end and generally parallel sides. Side rails are positioned adjacent the sides. End rail are positioned adjacent the ends of the deck. A seat is oriented adjacent one of the ends of the deck. The seat extends outwardly from the end. A base is coupled to the deck and the seat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: John W. Koenig, Gregory W. Branson, William L. Jacques, Diana W. Juratovac, Kenneth L. Kramer, Robert Mark LeBlanc, Peter A. Koloski, Thornton K. Lothrop, Kristin R. Romak, John E. Sagel, Rainer B. Teufel
  • Publication number: 20040244110
    Abstract: A foldable crib having substantially similar head and foot ends and folding sides either fixedly or pivotally mounted to the head and foot ends, the pivotally mounted ends closer to the head and foot ends being spaced at differing lengths so as to provide a folded structure which is compact and provides a small “footprint” as well as providing a compartment for storing the crib mattress in an upright manner which further contributes to the small “footprint”.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: Simplicity, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth C. Waldman, Jerome Drobinski
  • Publication number: 20040244111
    Abstract: A bassinet which rocks in a side to side motion in either slow, medium or fast rocking motion. The bassinet is controlled by a motor, microchips and wires to create the movement. The bassinet will no longer need the movement of ones hand, as the motor and microchips will control it's rocking motion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Vanita Antonia Williams
  • Publication number: 20040244112
    Abstract: A structure is described for supporting a hammock. It includes an arc shaped stand formed of a bottom, mid section and two end sections. The stand is attached to foot supports which extend perpendicularly outward therefrom. Each foot support is attached by means of a saddling wedge, which stabilizes the joint. The joint is secured by means of a bolt which extends through aligned apertures in the joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Walter George Clark
  • Publication number: 20040244113
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system for elevating the head of an infant during sleep. The system comprises a crib having four legs supporting a mattress surface. The surface is supported along a substantially horizontal plane, parallel to a longitudinal axis of the crib. A pair of first and second crib height adjusters are provided, configured to be placed under two of the legs at either end of the longitudinal axis of the crib. When said crib height adjusters are in place under the crib legs, the surface of the crib is elevated at one end of the longitudinal axis relative to the horizontal plane. This elevates the head of an infant sleeping on the surface from the horizontal plane to the same extent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Sherri Wolfgang
  • Publication number: 20040244114
    Abstract: A pediatric spinal immobilization device and method for immobilizing a pediatric trauma patient are provided. The immobilization device in one embodiment is releasably secured to an adult-sized backboard, and in another embodiment is provided with a removably contained infant-sized backboard. The immobilization device provides body-straps mounted along a central section of the device, and individual appendage-restraints to permit removal of the body-straps without compromising control over the appendages of the injured patient. Compressible, crescent-shaped headblocks are tightly yet removably fastened to the immobilization device. A harness of the immobilization device helps secures the injured patient over an included adjustable elevation device and when used in conjunction with the headblocks, significantly reduces the risk of further injury from lateral and flexion movement of the head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Lydia Marie Robinette
  • Publication number: 20040244115
    Abstract: The Pad Pack is an ergonomic modification to a back pack. It uses a pad/pillow/cushion to lye between the pack and the host in order to comfort and reduce strain on the hosts back. The pad/pillow/cushion, pocket/pouch, and the zipper/fastener/buckle that holds the pad/pillow/cushion are the newly added features to existing designs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: James Robert Adams, Frederick Joel Mullin, Ryan Christopher McMillan
  • Publication number: 20040244116
    Abstract: An inflatable product that includes a chamber and an electric air pump for inflating the chamber. The air pump has an air intake and an air outlet. The air intake is connected to the outside of the chamber and the air outlet is connected to the inside of the chamber when the air pump is moved to a first position. The air intake is connected to the inside of the chamber and the air outlet is connected to the outside of the chamber when the air pump is moved to a second position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: Team Worldwide Corporation
    Inventor: Wang Cheng Chung
  • Publication number: 20040244117
    Abstract: The invention provides a gardening tool with multiple interchangeable tool heads, which includes a grip handle and a connecting head that is located at one end of the grip handle, wherein a plurality of fastening holes is provided at the front side and the lateral side of the connecting head. Besides, a specific tool can be provided at each of the two sides of the first tool head, whereas another specific tool can be provided at the front side of the second tool head. Despite that the tool head may be different, a connecting portion will be provided on each tool head, and a plurality of holes is provided on the connecting portion so that a plurality of fastening elements can be inserted into the holes to fix the connecting portion onto the front end or the side face of the connecting head. Thus, a plurality of tool heads is interchangeable for different usages by being assembled to and disassembled from the connecting head of the grip handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Hsiu-Hua Huang
  • Publication number: 20040244118
    Abstract: A combination swivel tool comprises an elongated tool member having first and second tool end portions located within a generally u-shaped housing. The elongated tool member defines a centrally located hole for receiving a swivel pin wherein the generally u-shaped housing member defining a plurality of swivel pin holes engages the elongated tool member when the swivel pin is inserted through the centrally located hole. The location and placement of the swivel pin allows the elongated tool member to swivel 360 degrees within the u-shaped housing. A handle member pivotally connected to the u-shaped housing member is provided for locking engagement of the elongated tool member within the u-shaped housing member exposing either the first or second tool end portions for use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Jon T. Cox, Richard L. Lookabaugh
  • Publication number: 20040244119
    Abstract: The present invention provides a scabbard for a combat knife and cutting tool combination. The scabbard generally comprises a body extending along a longitudinal axis between first and second ends, and includes a channel formed therethrough that extends in spaced, parallel to the longitudinal axis, and a cavity that extends along the longitudinal axis. The cutting tool comprises first and second legs pivotally interconnected to one another that extend along longitudinal first and second axes, respectively, with the first leg being removably positionable within the channel of the scabbard, and the second leg being movable relative to the scabbard, but held firmly in position by a releasable strap when the tool is not in use. A combat knife is removably positionable in the cavity of the scabbard.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Robert Terzuola
  • Publication number: 20040244120
    Abstract: Burn noble metal in high-pressure water using hydrogen and oxygen to produce noble metal micro-dispersion water in which super-fine noble metal particles are dispersed, and use the obtained noble metal micro-dispersion water to treat fiber products in order to provide high-function fiber products, typically clothes, which offer excellent health-promoting function and cleanliness-improving function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Yoshihiro Hirata, Yoshio Ueda, Hiroaki Takase, Kazuaki Suzuki
  • Publication number: 20040244121
    Abstract: A mono-tub drum-type washing machine includes a cabinet, a tub disposed in the cabinet at a predetermined tilted angle, the tub being integrally formed with the cabinet, a drum rotatably disposed in the tub at the predetermined tilted angle, a drum shaft for transmitting torque of a motor to the drum, and a damper for attenuating vibration of the drum when the drum is driven, the damper being installed in the cabinet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: LG Electronics Inc.
    Inventors: Hee Tae Lim, Jae Won Chang
  • Publication number: 20040244122
    Abstract: The present invention relates, firstly, to a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition intended for treating keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres and more particularly human hair, comprising, in a support which is suitable for keratin fibres: (a) at least one enzyme of 2-electron oxidoreductase type in the presence of at least one donor for the said enzyme; (b) at least one substantive polymer chosen from the group consisting of: (i) cationic cellulose derivatives; (ii) dimethyidiallylammonium halide homopolymers and copolymers of dimethyidiallylammonium halide and of (meth)acrylic acid; (iii) methacryloyloxyethyltrimethylammonium halide homopolymers and copolymers; (iv) polyquaternary ammonium polymers; (v) vinylpyrrolidone polymers containing cationic units; (vi) mixtures thereof. The present invention also relates to processes for treating keratin fibres, in particular processes for dyeing, permanently reshaping or bleaching the hair using this composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: L'Oreal S.A.
    Inventors: Roland De La Mettrie, Jean Cotteret, Arnaud De Labbey, Mireille Maubru
  • Publication number: 20040244123
    Abstract: The invention concerns a dyeing composition for keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres and more particularly hair, comprising a dicationic diazo dye of formula (I), as well as the dyeing composition using same. The invention also concerns the novel compounds of formula (I).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Laurent Vidal, Herve David
  • Publication number: 20040244124
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dyeing composition for human keratinous fibers, such as the hair, comprising, in a suitable dyeing medium, at least one oxidation dye, and at least one dicationic compound. The disclosure further relates to the dyeing methods and dyeing kit using the dye composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Gregory Plos, Henri Samain
  • Publication number: 20040244125
    Abstract: A method of dyeing keratin-containing fibres, especially human hair, which comprises using dyes of formula (1), wherein X− is an anion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Peter Mockli
  • Publication number: 20040244126
    Abstract: Methods, compositions, and kits for coloring hair and maintaining the color between oxidative dyeing procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Lou Ann Christine Vena, Malti Vishin Bhambhani, Saroja Narasimhan, Melissa Jamie Miczewski, Shailendra Kumar Singh
  • Publication number: 20040244127
    Abstract: The cationic dyes of formula (1) specified in claim 1 are suitable especially for colouring keratin-containing fibres, more especially for colouring hair.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Jean-Marie Adam, Jean-Pierre Bacher
  • Publication number: 20040244128
    Abstract: A method of making a shoe comprises sewing a rear stitching margin of a rear section of an upper to a midsole, gluing and attaching a rear section of an outsole to the midsole and the rear stitching margin, and stitching a front stitching margin of a front section of the upper directly to a front section of the outsole. The method is simple since it dispenses with use of a heel lasting machine which requires complicated processing steps. The method provides a shoe with good flexibility at a front section of the shoe and sufficient support at a rear section of the shoe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Applicant: C2 CORPORATION
    Inventor: Eddie Chen
  • Publication number: 20040244129
    Abstract: The present invention is a ramp having a front end that can be positioned up to the open end of a shipping container. The ramp is adapted to receive the forks of a forklift for lifting and transport. Generally, the ramp is constructed of an upwardly inclined load-bearing plate having at least one, and preferably two, fork-receiving slots with forward edges parallel to the load-bearing plate back edge, with the load-bearing plate being supported on first and second side support plates having upwardly inclined upper edges attached to the load-bearing plate adjacent load-bearing plate side edges. At least one, and preferably both, of the side support plates may also have at least one, and preferably two, fork-receiving slots with a horizontal upper edge.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: William P. Emerson
  • Publication number: 20040244130
    Abstract: Described are preferred sanitary cleaning devices that include a disposable cleaning head portion and a handle portion. The cleaning head is releasably connectable to the handle portion. The handle portion includes a pair of elongate rods laterally spaced relative to one another and capable of deflection toward one another. The rods present prongs that are selectively received within and removed from apertures provided in the cleaning head. To attach the cleaning head to the handle, the rods are deflected, for example by compressing a grip area, and the prongs are positioned adjacent the receiving apertures, and thereafter the rods are released. This causes the prongs to be received within the apertures, to connect the cleaning head to the handle. Preferred devices of the invention are advantageous in that the user need not touch the cleaning head or adjacent areas expected to contact materials from the toilet to achieve connection and removal of the head from the handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Seok-Jin Kim
  • Publication number: 20040244131
    Abstract: An adjoined two-sectional swivel type floor cleaning attachment in which one section is made from a unitary flexible elastomer material allowing for a quick release clamp mechanism and the other section is adjoined by an axis that retains the handle allowing for swivel movement. The combination of the quick release unitary flexible clamp mechanism adjoined to a swivel mechanism allows for small cleaning devices, such as scrub brushes, wall washers, abrasive pad holders, etc. to be easily engaged and disengaged allowing the cleaning device to also be used as a hand held device. Furthermore, swivel type floor cleaning devices will no longer need their own swivel type connector affixed onto the cleaning head thus making the cleaning products more cost efficient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Simon Ralph Cassar
  • Publication number: 20040244132
    Abstract: A disposable mitt or glove for treating hard surfaces. The mitt or glove includes at least two layers and a treatment composition. The layers may be laminated, co-extruded, or otherwise attached. The outer layer is preferably nonwoven. The mitt or glove may be lined with tack points to control hand movement and may have an ultrasonically bonded cuff area. More particularly, the present invention relates to a disposable treatment mitt or glove and set of instructions for treating household surfaces or automobiles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: William Ouellette, Veronica Egan, Ron Heiskell, A. Akemi Ooka, Mondana Paymanian, Dale Spencer
  • Publication number: 20040244133
    Abstract: A floor mop for use with any washable fabric sheet or cloth of approximately right size is provided, comprising a flat rectangular plate as mop head with a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface being attached to an elongated handle by a universal joint means, and the bottom surface being planar and covered with a layer of elastic plate with rough surface permanently. On the top surface of said plate, at least two spring operated clips with saw teeth front portion is permanently placed on each corner or two sides. Any fabric sheet suitable for floor washing (such as used/new bath tower cut to approximately right size) can be secured in place to said mop head to cover the bottom surface of said mop head through using said clips. This mop art enable mop user to replace worn mop sheet with any easily obtainable fabric sheets or cloths besides manufacture specified cleaning sheet products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Hongliu Li
  • Publication number: 20040244134
    Abstract: A windshield wiper structural assembly and a method of forming the same is disclosed. The structural member is generally comprised of an elongate tubular component, which is bent to the desired configuration. The pivot mechanisms (8, 10) are designed for application to the exterior surface of the tubular component, whereupon they are clamped to the tubular component where they are retained. The clamping is done by wire clips which are crimped around the pivot mechanisms (8, 10). Pins can also be driven through the housings and the tubular component to prevent rotation of the housings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Philip S. Linden
  • Publication number: 20040244135
    Abstract: A tandem windshield wiper system including a first windshield wiper assembly having a first lever arm that is adapted to operatively move in a repeated wiping motion across the surface of a windshield. A second windshield wiper assembly having a second lever arm is spaced apart from the first windshield wiper assembly and is rotatable about a second wiper longitudinal axis and adapted to operative move in a repeated wiping motion across the surface of the windshield. A brushless DC motor that includes a planetary gear set having an output shaft is disposed between the first and the second wiper assemblies. The gear set is operable to reduce the speed of the rotational output of the motor through the output shaft of said gear set. A bellcrank having a central attachment point and a first and a second end is also included. The central attachment point is fixedly mounted to the output shaft of the motor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: David L. Holbrook, Michael W. Wilson, Arman Moein, David Emery Peck