Patents Issued in February 17, 2005
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Publication number: 20050034204Abstract: In an area corresponding to, for example, the abdomen of an infant in infant clothing (1), for example, two slits (2) extending in the length direction are formed. On the back side of slit (2), a stretchable mesh material (3) is provided in a state where slit (2) is allowed to open. Preferably, tucks (5) are made on both sides of slit (2). With the configuration, the infant clothing can be used as street clothing without hesitation while having the function of an underwear, does not disturb abdominal respiration of an infant, does not become loose easily, and can excellently deal with sweat of the infant.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2002Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Kenzou Kassai, Yuji Nitta, Tokiko Nitta
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Publication number: 20050034205Abstract: The disclosed embodiments of exercise garments includes a torso portion adapted to substantially cover the torso of a user and one or more flaps. Each flap is secured substantially to a side of the torso portion. The exercise garment also includes at least one fastener adapted to selectively secure the pair of flaps across at least a portion of an abdominal region of the user. The fasteners may include a hook-and-loop arrangement (such as Velcro7), buttons or snaps. The illustrated embodiment includes a pair of flaps, which may overlap over the abdominal region when both flaps are secured. The fasteners may be adapted to provide adjustable positioning of the flaps. The adjustable positioning includes variable placement of the flaps relative to the abdominal region. The torso portion may also include a corset arrangement extending from a top portion of the torso portion downward through at least a portion of the abdominal region.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Michael Green
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Publication number: 20050034206Abstract: A draft barrier system having a sliding fastener that lets a user selectively alternate a volume of material between open and closed formations. When the sliding fastener closes the volume of material into the closed formation, insulation is compressed together to form a seal that helps prevent air from moving between the interior and the environment through the sliding fastener.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Justin Marty, Joseph Marty, Joshua Pace
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Publication number: 20050034207Abstract: Decorative accessories for clothing items are removably supported thereon by hook-and-loop type fasteners. Cuffs are removably secured to the distal ends of legs of pants, cuffs are removably secured to the distal ends of sleeves of tops, and collars are removably secured to neck openings of tops by the hook-and-loop type fasteners. Patches, which may be associated with nations or sports teams attending sports events, with characters and attractions at theme parks, etc. are removably attached to garments utilizing hook-and-loop type fasteners. Collectibles; pictures and other indicia identified with entertainers and other personalities; tickets, licenses and other items subject to inspect by authorities are removably displayed on garments utilizing hook-and-loop type fasteners.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Stephen Liddell
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Publication number: 20050034208Abstract: A jacket for smaller men, including teenagers, to exaggerate their upper body's muscles, is comprised primarily of chest muscle portions, stomach muscle portions, ribs portions, armpit muscle portions and bicep portions in the arms. Those muscle portions are made of elastomers like silicon, polyurethane or soft PVC covered with fabric. The stomach muscle portions are developed on an elastic band like a corset, to emphasize the slim waist. The base texture for the jacket is an elastic material such as spandex in order to secure the jacket to the wearer's upper body.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Jadi Fung
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Publication number: 20050034209Abstract: Clothing item of substantially classic cut comprising a plurality of segments (3) of layered material laterally connected to each other in correspondence with junction areas (4) and each having an inner face (10) and an outer face (11). The clothing item (I) comprises, at least in correspondence with a part of at least a junction area (4) identified by at least a first and a second segment (13), (14), of layered material, a portion (12) of elastically deformable material, interposed between the first and the second segment (13), (14) of layered material. The portion (12) of elastic material allows the first and the second segment (13), (14) to be moved from a first position in which they are substantially approached, to a second position in which they are distanced, to facilitate the movement of the person wearing the clothing item. The portion (12) of elastic material can extend along the entire said junction area (4).Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2002Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Giovanni Mistura
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Publication number: 20050034210Abstract: The combination of a headwear piece, an accessory, and a plurality of discrete elements. The headwear piece has a crown defining an opening through which a wearer's head can project with the headwear piece in an operative position on the wearer's head. The crown has an inside surface with a portion for frictionally engaging a wearer's head with the headwear piece in the operative position and a first layer having an exposed outer surface. The accessory and plurality of discrete elements are magnetically attracted to each other through the first layer to releasably maintain the accessory in a stored state on the headwear piece. The plurality of discrete elements includes at least first and second discrete elements that are adjacent to each other so as to cooperatively cause a localized magnetic attractive force to be generated between the accessory and the first and second discrete elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Ronald Kronenberger
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Publication number: 20050034211Abstract: An article having a first portion, the first portion having a first texture; and a second portion, the second portion having a second texture, the second texture being rougher than the first texture; wherein the first portion and the second portion define an open cavity of sufficient size to accommodate at least one finger of a human hand; wherein the first portion and the second portion are formed from the same material; and wherein one of the portions has been treated to create its texture.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Eve Yen
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Publication number: 20050034212Abstract: An outdoor activity glove is detailed that includes a hand covering defining a volume adapted to receive a human hand therein. The instrument attachment module is secured to the exterior surface of the hand covering by way of a fastener. The instrument attachment module includes a side view mirror and at least one additional accessory of a clock, a compass, a light and a thermometer. A commercial kit is intended to retrofit a conventional hand covering. The commercial kit includes an instrument attachment module including a side view mirror and at least one recess adapted to receive an accessory such as a clock, compass, storage compartment, light, or a thermometer. A fastener is provided for securing the instrument attachment module to the exterior surface of a conventional hand covering.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Kenneth Eisenbraun
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Publication number: 20050034213Abstract: A sports glove, such as a golf glove, baseball batting glove, or other type of glove is disclosed. In one non-limiting embodiment, the sports glove has a fastener made of a breathable material. In another embodiment, the sports glove has a fastener with apertures therein. In another embodiment, the sports glove has a container joined thereto that can be used for storing the glove after use. In another embodiment, the sports glove is provided with one or more regions comprising extensible material. In another embodiment, the sports glove is provided with an extensible fastener. In some embodiments, any portion of the glove, such as the fingers and/or the palm and back of the glove, may be provided in a pre-formed curved configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Jeffrey Bamber
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Publication number: 20050034214Abstract: A perspiration band for a headgear formed from a moisture-absorbing material for protecting forehead and temples of the user from contact with the non-absorbent headband. The perspiration band has an irregularly-shaped unitary body defined by a first straight edge and an opposing edge that has an outwardly extending tab. The perspiration band is adapted for positioning over a headband of the headgear when folded lengthwise and with the securing members engaged.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Milton Nunnery
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Publication number: 20050034215Abstract: A head scarf adapted to be worn typically beneath a motorcycle helmet or other headgear includes an apron depending from its rear beneath its headband. A pocket within the apron holds cooling or warming elements against the wearer's neck to modulate wearer comfort. Thin, baffle-stitched, comfort control packs fit within the pockets, the packs containing water absorption crystals that absorb and thermally treated water without substantial dripping or rapid evaporation. A commercially available warming envelope may be substituted for convenience when appropriate. A triangular tail beneath the pocket helps hold the pocket in place against the neck, and a pony-tail aperture above the pocket prevents a wearer's long hair from interfering with the pocket's juxtaposition on the wearer's neck.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Jone Harrison, Letha Walters
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Publication number: 20050034216Abstract: An ear warmer comprises a frame and a fabric member. The frame has an ear portion and a band portion. The ear portion of the frame includes a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The first side of the ear portion defines an interior portion of an opening. The second side of the ear portion defines an exterior portion of the opening. The fabric member includes at least its own ear portion coupled to the ear portion of the frame. The ear portion of the fabric member covers the interior portion of the opening in substantially its entirety and covers less than an entirety of the exterior portion of the opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Brian Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Werner
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Publication number: 20050034217Abstract: An ear warmer includes a cover and a membrane coupled to the cover. The membrane is disposable in a deployed configuration and in a retracted configuration. When the membrane is disposed in its deployed configuration, the membrane and the cover form a receptacle that is configured to receive an ear or a portion of an ear of a user when the ear warmer is worn by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Teresa Healy, Alan Tipp
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Publication number: 20050034218Abstract: An ear warmer comprises a frame disposed within a cavity of a shell. The frame includes a band portion and an ear portion. The ear portion includes an inner side disposed adjacent a head of a user when the ear warmer is worn by a user. In one embodiment, the ear portion is curved toward the inner side of the ear portion. In one embodiment, the ear portion is configured to flex when the ear warmer is disposed on a head of a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Brian Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp
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Publication number: 20050034219Abstract: A thigh-slimming garment and method thereof, wherein a preferably substantially concealed support mechanism is provided within the crotch and inner-thigh region thereof, thereby enabling the wearer to present a natural, aesthetically appealing, contoured and shaped inner-thigh region, thus eliminating the need for purchase and wear of a separate shape-enhancing or minimizing undergarment, yet enabling the creation of a visible space, or open region, in the inner-thigh/crotch region between the upper legs of the wearer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Melanie Lowry
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Publication number: 20050034220Abstract: A pair of pants has a stretchable fly panel section with a laterally extending reinforcement that functions to limit the stretching of the upper edge of the stretchable section. The reinforcement is preferably a hem along the upper border of the fly panel, which can be advantageously sewn to adjacent side panels. In preferred embodiments the fly panel is in a pair of shorts, and most preferably in a pair of board shorts.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Eric Diamond
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Publication number: 20050034221Abstract: A disposable gaiter guard for use in weedwacking vegetation which is made of a single piece of thin plastic and packaged so that a user may pull one out for use and dispose of it when finished the immediate chore of weekwacking The guard is designed to protect the lower leg and instep of a user's legs and has integral strap portions which are wrapped around the leg to secure the guard thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Frankie Ridpath, David McIntyre
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Publication number: 20050034222Abstract: A hockey helmet for receiving a head of a wearer, the head having a crown region and an occipital region. The helmet comprises a front portion facing the crown region and an occipital inner pad facing the occipital region of the head. The occipital inner pad is movable between a first position to a second position wherein, in the second position, the occipital inner pad applies pressure upon the occipital region of the head for urging the front portion of the helmet towards the crown region of the head. The helmet may also comprise an actuator for moving the occipital inner pad between the first and second positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Jacques Durocher
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Publication number: 20050034223Abstract: A hockey helmet for receiving a head of a wearer, the head having a crown region, left and right side regions, a back region and an occipital region. The helmet comprises a shell comprising left and right side inner surfaces and left and right side inner pads at least partially covering the inner left and right side surfaces of the shell, the left and right side inner pads facing the respective left and right side regions of the head. The helmet also comprises a wedging member located between one of the left and right side inner pads and one of the respective left and right side inner surfaces. The wedging member is movable between first and second positions, wherein, in the first position, one of the left and right side inner pads apply a first pressure upon the respective left and right side regions of the head, and in the second position, one of the left and right side inner pads apply a second pressure upon the respective left and right side regions of the head.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Jacques Durocher
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Publication number: 20050034224Abstract: The present invention is relating to the improvement of swimming mask, especially to a swimming mask having two bands in both sides of mask body formed integrally. Furthermore, the band adjustment is in the rear portion of head. By the way, the structure of swimming mask can be simplified and the facial pressure can be more even.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Chih-Cheng Shiue
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Publication number: 20050034225Abstract: This invention is directed towards an apparatus for securing and adjusting a strap. More particularly, the present invention is directed towards a buckle assembly having a pivotable member pivotably attached to opposed regions of the buckle frame. In one embodiment, a sport-goggle assembly has a pivotable buckle assembly attached to one end of a strap. In another embodiment, a sport-goggle assembly has a pivotable buckle assembly attached to each of the two straps. In other embodiments, the pivotable buckle assembly can be used in association with a strap-lengthening member.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Joseph McNeal
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Publication number: 20050034226Abstract: A device for dispensing a liquid active substance into the flushing water of a toilet bowl has a supply container for containing the liquid active substance. The supply container has an opening in its underside and is retained in a carrying body which can be fixed on a rim of the toilet bowl. The carrying body has sidewalls and a base having an opening. Tabs disposed around a portion of the perimeter of the base opening project upwardly from the base. A distributor plate is secured to the carrying body and has a plug-in spike projecting upwardly through the base opening and into the supply container opening. The plug-in spike has grooves distributed circumferentially around it which are in fluid communication with the liquid active substance. Distributor channels in the distributor plate are in fluid communication with the grooves and with multiple capillary channels via branching locations in the distributor plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Ioannis Keramidas
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Publication number: 20050034227Abstract: A flange assembly (10) for connecting a plumbing fixture to a drain pipe (106) in a fluid sealing relationship. The flange assembly includes a ring (12), an extension (20), a gasket (24) and a connector pipe (30). The extension extends outward from the top surface (12A) of the ring and the connector pipe extends outward from the bottom surface (12B) of the ring. The gasket is mounted over the end of the extension opposite the ring. The top wall (24A) of the gasket has an opening (26) which allows access to the center bore (22) of the extension. The waste outlet (104) of the plumbing fixture is inserted through the opening (26) in the top wall of the gasket into the center bore of the extension. When the waste outlet is inserted into the opening in the gasket, the gasket forms a seal between the waste outlet and the extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2002Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Kenneth Cornwall
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Publication number: 20050034228Abstract: A toilet plunger apparatus includes a handle and an air compression/expansion bellows portion connected to the handle. The bellows portion includes a distal end. A substantially rigid offset-angle adapter is connected to the bellows distal end. The offset-angle adapter includes a first adapter arm portion having a first arm outer diameter and a second adapter arm portion having a second arm outer diameter. The second adapter arm portion includes an open distal arm portion end. The second arm outer diameter is less than the first arm outer diameter, and the second adapter arm portion is oriented with respect to the first adapter arm portion at an arm-to-arm offset angle which is preferably, approximately 135 angular degrees. An adapter kit having an offset-angle adapter in accordance with the invention can be provided for retrofitting a conventional bellows-type toilet plunger.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Lawrence Gavin
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Publication number: 20050034229Abstract: A patient transfer device includes an inflatable pad and a flap attached to the inflatable pad. The flap engages a patient such that the flap is worn by the patient. The flap may be attached to a front end of the pad and include a pair of spaced notches for receiving the legs of a patient. The flap may be further attached along side edges to a top sheet of the pad such that the transfer device is worn by the patient as a pair of shorts. Alternatively, the flap may be attached to a back end of the pad and include an upper portion having a pair of spaced openings for receipt of the arms of a patient. The flap may further include a pair of opposite side panels for encircling the torso of a patient as a vest.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Robert Weedling, James Weedling
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Publication number: 20050034230Abstract: A support pad includes a recess in an upper surface for receiving an inflatable transfer mattress. The recess may extend to a depth such that an upper surface of the transfer mattress is flush with the upper surface of the support pad when the transfer mattress is deflated. Alternatively, the recess may be adapted for receipt of a transfer mattress having an accessory on an upper surface of the mattress such that an upper surface of the accessory is flush with the upper surface of the pad. The support pad may include side and end portions to form an overlay adapted for placement on an underlying support member having larger dimensions than the transfer mattress. The support pad may also be sectioned to include one or more detachably connected portions to facilitate sliding removal of a transfer mattress from the recess of the support pad.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Robert Weedling, James Weedling
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Publication number: 20050034231Abstract: A lift and transfer apparatus for patient has a wheeled support base, and a main support post; the base has an upwards projecting securing portion, which has a locating room defined by front and rear short plates, and left and right inverted L shaped long plates, which each has an inverted L shaped guiding slot; the post is inserted into the locating room at lower end, and secured to the securing portion with bolts, a second one of which bolts is passed through the slots, and the post; thus, the slots allows the post to be displaced towards rear side of the apparatus until the second bolt abuts slot upper rear ends after the other bolts have been removed, and the second bolt loosened, and after the post is pivoted downwards for folding the apparatus, and length of the apparatus, in folded position, can be reduced.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Chi-Tzung Huang
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Publication number: 20050034232Abstract: A first playpen enclosure that converts easily to a bassinet, changing table or bed-side crib or “co-sleeper” that attaches securely to the parents' bed. A second enclosure support system maintains a padded enclosure and rigid floor panel at one or more predetermined levels below the top of the playpen to form the bassinet and co-sleeper. The second enclosure has a back, two sides, a bottom and a front flap that converts into a front wall for use in the bassinet mode and overhangs the front horizontal rail for use in the co-sleeper mode. The upper front corners are segmented into a movable section and a fixed section to facilitate lowering the front horizontal rail to at least one lower second position to accommodate various parental bed heights. Extensions of the fixed section are affixed to the front vertical rails and accept the movable sections in several positions to secure the rail in the second positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Bruce Martin
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Publication number: 20050034233Abstract: A mattress foundation is constructed substantially of plastic material. The foundation is defined by a semi-rigid cavity including a generally flat top surface, at least one downward depending sidewall, and at least a portion of an outer surface of the sidewall having a pattern formed thereon. Optional ground support members retain the foundation in a substantially horizontal orientation. An outer surface of one or more of the ground support members has a pattern formed thereon. An outer surface of an optional headboard may have a pattern formed thereon. A portion of an upper side of the top surface may have a pattern formed thereon. The pattern formed on the sidewall, the top surface, the ground support, or the headboard may give a quilted appearance to the foundation. The pattern may be three-dimensional or substantially flat. The pattern may be integral with the foundation or attached thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 16, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Richard Gladney
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Publication number: 20050034234Abstract: A vented sleeping bag comprising an elongate shell defining an inner volume sized and shaped to receive a user therein. The shell has a head end, a foot end, left and right sides extending longitudinally of the shell, an overlying portion which overlies the user, and an underlying portion which underlies the user. The overlying portion of the shell has at least one vent. A closure is selectively movable between a closed position for closing the vent and an open position for creating a vent opening for ventilating the inner volume of the shell.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Michael Bellick, Linda Baugh, John Wright, Alain Denis
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Publication number: 20050034235Abstract: A sleeping bag comprising an elongate shell defining a volume sized and shaped to receive a user therein. The shell has an inner layer, an outer layer, insulation between the inner layer and the outer layer, an overlying portion, an underlying portion, a head end, a foot end and left and right lateral sides. The outer layer has stretchable and non-stretchable panels. The stretchable panels are of resilient sheet material and are located in areas of the outer layer corresponding to the shoulders, elbows and knees of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Michael Bellick, Linda Baugh, John Wright, Alain Denis
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Publication number: 20050034236Abstract: A cover placed on the futon over the bedding while the futon is in he extended or flat position. First, the user should smooth their bedding, and then place the cover over the bedding. Next, the user should place the troughs over their bedding and around the futon mattress. The cover tautly covers the bedding and the top of the futon mattress, as well as the side and partial underside of the bedding and futon mattress. The user may then fold the futon to sitting position and protect their bedding while sitting. The cover allows the user to use the futon as a couch without having to remove the bedding. In some embodiments of the present invention, the cover is made of a gripping fabric so the bedding does not slip or lump under the cover. Various embodiments hold the cover against the futon mattress and bedding, but common to all embodiments are deep troughs to contain the bedding and futon mattress. The deep troughs are maintained taught against the futon mattress and bedding.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Chris Te Selle
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Publication number: 20050034237Abstract: A medical system for examination of a patient, comprising an examination device (1), a patient support device (13,15), and docking means for connecting both said devices to each other. The docking means comprises a first part (21) provided with a guiding member (57) and a second part (19) provided with guiding elements (61,63) for contacting the guiding surface (59). Each of said parts (19,21) is attached to one of said devices. The guiding member (57) comprises two substantially vertical guiding surfaces (59), positioned symmetrically with respect to a vertical plane through the device (1) to which the first part (21) of the docking means is attached. The distance between said two guiding surfaces (59) decreases further away from the device (1) to which said first part (21) is attached.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2002Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Gerrit Lenting, Wilhelmina Mertens
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Publication number: 20050034238Abstract: Three pillow having unique shapes for placing between an individual's back, head, backside, legs, arms (or any combination thereof) and the floor, ground, bed, table or other surface to provide anatomical support as opposed to simply providing cushioning between a body on the underlying surface. When the individual is lying on his or her back, the pillow provides for proper alignment of the body to relieve pressure on joints, nerves, muscles and skin. Its unique posturing permits the body to relax and rest more comfortably and also potentially increase blood flow and nerve transmission throughout the body or through specific areas of the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Richard Fuhriman
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Publication number: 20050034239Abstract: A system used for the prevention of positional plagiocephaly in which an infant receiving member includes an infant supporting surface, a first portion, and a second portion. An inclined member is positioned at least partially under the first portion of the infant receiving surface such that the first portion of the infant receiving surface is inclined.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Robert Mann
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Publication number: 20050034240Abstract: A bed assembly provides an enlarged sleeping surface area as compared to a standard Queen sized bed. Specifically, in the disclosed bed assemblies, the sleeping surface area is about 64 inches to about 68 inches wide and about 77 inches to about 82 inches long. This can be accomplished by providing both a mattress and a foundation having the appropriate, enlarged sleeping surface area, or by combining an enlarged mattress with a foundation having at least one standard Queen sized surface. The mattress and foundation can be fit into a bed frame made of a suitable size to fit the bottom surface of the foundation (i.e., either “enlarged” or standard Queen size). The enlarged sleeping surface of the bed may be between about 65 inches to about 67 inches wide and about 78 inches to about 80 inches long. This enlarged sleeping surface area provides a more comfortable and restful sleep for two occupants.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Rick Gladney, Kurtis Ling
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Publication number: 20050034241Abstract: The present invention provides a customized mattress with a customer-chosen design surface and personalized label attached thereto; a method of customizing the mattress; and a method of manufacturing the same. The personalized label may be a baby's name and birthdate. The method of customizing the mattress may be by placing an order through the Internet, by phone or by computer located on-site at the manufacturer's facility or retail outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Darryl Prince, John Prince
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Publication number: 20050034242Abstract: A transfer mattress is provided including a top sheet having a width, a length, and longitudinally oriented peripheral edges and a bottom sheet having the same width, the same length, longitudinally oriented peripheral edges and a plurality of perforations. The longitudinally oriented peripheral edges of the top and bottom sheets are sealingly fastened to one another often by heat sealing. A plurality of baffles, each having a width and a length, are attached to an inner surface of the top sheet and an inner surface of the bottom sheet so as to be transversely oriented between the top sheet and the bottom. The baffles along with the widths of the top and bottom sheets define a radially-outwardly curved perimeter wall that is disposed between an edge of the baffles and the sealed peripheral edges of the top and bottom sheets.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: David Davis
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Publication number: 20050034243Abstract: An anti-microbial/-allergenic sleep set and process of forming thereof is provided and comprises a mattress and box spring, each having an allergen-impermeable barrier layer incorporated within. The mattress comprises a support apparatus, a top and bottom panel, first and second flanges, a border, a foam layer, and a barrier layer. The border is positioned around the support apparatus, and is attached to the top and bottom panels. The foam layer, which can comprise a latex emulsion, is positioned between the support apparatus and the top and bottom panels. The barrier layer comprises a material configured to be impermeable by allergens, and is attached at its outer periphery to the interior facing sides of the top panel, the bottom panel, and the border.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Stuart Carlitz
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Publication number: 20050034244Abstract: A multi-purpose hand tool has a first member having a first portion and a second portion. A second member is slidably and pivotally coupled to the second portion of the first member. A coupling assembly pivotally couples the second member to the second portion of the first member and allows the second member to slide on and pivot relative to the second portion between a first position proximate a first end of the second portion in which the multi-purpose hand tool can be used to obtain a measurement for a first marking or scribing operation, and a second position proximate a second end of the second portion opposite the first end thereof in which the multi-purpose hand tool can be used to obtain a measurement for a second marking or scribing operation different from the first marking or scribing operation, thereby providing a multi-purpose hand tool reconfigurable for a plurality of purposes.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2003Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Rory McCreesh
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Publication number: 20050034245Abstract: A device for the process of tanning hides and skins, comprising a cylindrical body and crosspieces of appropriate shape and in appropriate arrangement inside it, the particular features of the shape and operation of said device resulting in an increased load in Kgs. Of hides and skins in each operation cycle, a decrease in requirements of chemicals applied in proportion to the load being processed, a considerable decrease in processing time, and lower water requirements.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventor: Luis Caccialli
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Publication number: 20050034246Abstract: The present invention provides a dry cleaning process for the in-home dry cleaning of laundry articles, comprising one or more cleaning steps followed by one or more rinse steps whereby at least one rinse step comprises contacting the laundry articles with a rinse composition, said rinse composition comprising a low grade non-flammable, non-chlorine containing organic dry cleaning solvent.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Hank Reinhoudt, Jan Verbeek
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Publication number: 20050034247Abstract: A device for cleaning textile articles with a densified liquid state treatment gas, comprising a treatment chamber (10), a supply tank (18) for densified treatment gas and an evaporator chamber (36), which spaces are connected to each other by way of suitable tubes to allow pressure balance between the different spaces, filling of the treatment chamber (10) with liquid state treatment gas from the supply tank (18), as well as drainage of liquid state treatment gas from the treatment chamber (10) to the evaporator chamber (36). Compressor means (46) are arranged which are organized partly to achieve essentially complete drainage of gaseous treatment gas from the treatment chamber (10), and partly constitute the driving means during one in the treatment process included distillation phase, where densified treatment gas in the evaporator chamber (36) is gasified and through condenser means (44) conveyed back to the supply tank (18).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Applicant: Aktiebolaget ElectroluxInventor: Goran Uhlin
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Publication number: 20050034248Abstract: A method for smoothing the laundry wrinkled during a washing process in the washing machine is disclosed. When a command signal for smoothing wrinkles of the laundry in the washing machine is inputted, water supplied in the washing machine is heated to generate steam and then the generated steam is injected to the laundry in the washing machine while rotating a drum of the washing machine. Thus, wrinkles of the laundry can be smoothed in the washing machine without causing a trouble of ironing.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Soo-Young Oh, Kyung-Chul Woo, Jin-Woong Kim, Si-Moon Jeon
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Publication number: 20050034249Abstract: Disclosed are a washing method of a washing machine capable of preventing a phenomenon that remaining detergent is collected into a space where a heater is positioned or a specific space during a washing operation of laundry, capable of minimizing a generation of washing water unnecessarily supplied to the washing machine, and capable of fast heating corresponding laundry before a washing operation for an efficient washing operation, and an apparatus thereof. To this end, the method comprises the steps of: generating steam by heating washing water supplied into a washing machine; injecting the generated steam into laundry inside of a drum of the washing machine; and rotating the drum after injecting the steam into the laundry and thereby washing the laundry.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 7, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Soo-Young Oh, Kyung-Chul Woo, Jin-Woong Kim, Si-Moon Jeon
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Publication number: 20050034250Abstract: A heating apparatus of a washing machine comprises: a steam generator for generating steam; and a spray nozzle for spraying steam generated from the steam generator into a tub, in which a water level sensor for detecting a level of water supplied for steam generation step by step is mounted at the steam generator. According to this, an entire size of the washing machine is reduced, an amount of washing water is reduced, and a water level inside the steam generator is detected more accurately, thereby enhancing a performance of the heating apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Soo Young Oh, Kyung Chul Woo, Jin Woong Kim, Si Moon Jeon
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Publication number: 20050034251Abstract: An water supply apparatus and its method of a drum-type washing machine includes a rotation pump for rotating washing water supplied into a tub, and a spray nozzle for spraying washing water supplied from the rotation pump into the drum.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Inventors: Soo Oh, Kyung Woo, Jin Kim, Si Jeon
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Publication number: 20050034252Abstract: Reactive dye mixtures consisting of one or more dyes of the hereinbelow indicated and defined general formula (I), and one or more monoazo dyes of the general formulae (15) to (16), each in an amount of 0-10% by weight, and one or more dyes of the hereinbelow indicated and defined general formulae (Ga)-(Gf) where D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, R*, R**, R31, R32, R33, R34, R35, R36, R37, R38, R39, Z, Z3 m, n and M are each as defined in claim 1, the dyes of the general formulae (I) and (Ga)-(Gf) containing at least one fiber-reactive group of the formula —SO2—Z or —Z2, their preparation and their use for dyeing hydroxyl- and/or carboxamido-containing fiber material.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Applicant: DyStar Textilfarben GmbH & Co.Inventors: Stefan Meier, Werner Russ, Joachim Eichhorn
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Publication number: 20050034253Abstract: Reactive dye mixtures which comprise one or more dyes of the indicated general formula (i) and one or more dyes of the hereinbelow indicated and defined general formula (II) where D1, D2, D3, R0, R*, R**, T, b, f, v and M are each as defined in claim 1, the dyes of the general formulae (I) and (II) containing at least one fiber-reactive group of the formula —SO2-Z or Z2, their preparation and their use for dyeing and printing hydroxyl- and/or carboxamido-containing fiber material.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2004Publication date: February 17, 2005Applicant: DyStar Textilfarben GmbH & Co. Deutschland KGInventors: Stefan Meier, Werner Russ, Joachim Eichhorn