Patents Issued in July 3, 2008
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Publication number: 20080155726Abstract: The embodiment of the fingernail protection work gloves is a new concept in the art of household rubber gloves in that it contains a sponge-like barrier in the tips of the fingers 1-5 to protect manicured nails. It provides a cloth lining 6 for comfort and protection to the skin, and helps keep skin moisturized. The forearm strap 7 gives the user the security, comfort, and protection from water, chemicals, bacteria, and other elements entering into the glove and harming manicured tips or the skin of the hand. Glamorous patterns printed on the glove 10 provide a woman with a sense of upliftment, specialness, and beauty while performing household chores.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Kelly Louise Anclien
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Publication number: 20080155727Abstract: A cover for use in breast feeding or bottle feeding an infant is disclosed, wherein the 5 cover (11) is formed from a sheet of fabric or the like shaped so that it may be comfortably draped around a mother's torso during breast feeding in order to allow discrete breast feeding of an infant. The cover is provided with a single strap means (15) to fit over a shoulder of the mother to prevent the cover from falling away from the torso. The cover may also be provided with one or more pockets (18) to hold nursing pads and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2005Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Jennifer Owen
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Publication number: 20080155728Abstract: There is disclosed the use of bonding and the placement of a reinforcement piece to meet AAMI levels 3 and 4 barrier properties in surgical gowns and similar articles formed from thermally sensitive laminate barrier materials that are composed of thermoplastic polymers. The reinforcement piece is placed on the side opposite of the tie and the bonding uses a point-unbonded pattern.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Greg Hafer, Brian Lin, Jerry Jascomb
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Publication number: 20080155729Abstract: A camouflage suit for reducing the discoverability of persons in the visible and infrared spectrum, as for example the thermal infrared spectrum, exhibits a breath-active fabric exhibiting an open fabric structure based on a textile backing. The backing here exhibits a low-emitting surface. This can be achieved by at least partly sheathing or coating the textile backing with an electrically conductive material.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Rene Schwarz
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Publication number: 20080155730Abstract: The present invention is embodied in a composite yarn having fibers of cotton and high-density polyethylene, or fibers of cotton, steel and fiberglass where the cotton fiber is in some fashion exposed to a surface to be engaged by the composite yarn. The present invention is further embodied in a method of making such composite yarns or a fabric including one or more composite yarns in accordance with the present invention. The present invention is further embodied in a method of making protective apparel, such as a glove, from a composite yarn or fabric in accordance with the present invention. By way of example, a knit glove made with either or any of the disclosed composite yarns enjoys the benefits of both cut-resistance and enhanced gripping ability. Such articles of manufacture thus protect a user from sharp or abrasive items while also allowing that user to handle items that may be wet or otherwise difficult to manipulate.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: Best Glove, Inc.Inventor: Eric P. Goddard
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Publication number: 20080155731Abstract: In a corrective sock for correcting hallux valgus and digitus quintus varus of a foot, the sock has a foot portion, and an elastic band formed in the foot portion so as to cover both a metatarsophalangeal joint portion and a Lisfranc joint portion of the foot between which first, second, third, fourth and fifth metatarsals extend. A first reinforcing band is formed on the elastic band to cover a distal caput of the first metatarsal and a distal caput of the fifth metatarsal, and a second reinforcing band is formed on the elastic band to cover a proximal caput of the first metatarsal and a pioximal caput of the fifth metatarsal.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Iwao Kasahara
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Publication number: 20080155732Abstract: A multiple image garment is provided having the overall design of a conventional jacket or sports jersey having up to five different images supported thereon. The images are printed using dye-sublimation onto the synthetic fabric material forming the jacket or jersey. Each image is that of a different team member or athlete.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Anthony M. Vassell
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Publication number: 20080155733Abstract: An assembly and method for preventing a wearer's pants from contacting the floor during a stage of partial undress are provided. The assembly is formed of a strap of fabric, leather, plastic, elastic or other thin, flexible material. A cinching assembly is provided at opposing ends of the strap. The cinching assembly is used to securely wrap the strap about each of the wearer's pant legs at a position along the thigh or calf. By securing the strap about each pant leg, the pants are prevented from contacting the floor when the pants are unfastened and lowered.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Madeleine E. Schwartz
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Publication number: 20080155734Abstract: A protective article includes a press molded body including a core of a foam material and a rigid shell of a plastic material molded over the core to thereby enclose intimately the core. The foam material is selected from expanded polystyrene, expanded polypropylene, expanded polyethylene, and ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer. The plastic material is selected from acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer, polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Li-Hua Yen
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Publication number: 20080155735Abstract: A multilayer shell for use in the construction of protective headgear, the shell including an outer layer, an inner layer, a middle layer disposed between the outer and inner layer which resiliently compresses in response to an impact to the outer layer, and an internal liner disposed inwardly of the inner layer. The middle layer includes a plurality of compressible members, which resiliently compress to absorb the energy of a direct impact to the outer layer and resiliently shear with respect to the inner layer in response to a tangential impact to the outer layer. The inner layer includes an open configuration, which reduces the weight of the shell, provides for greater heat ventilation from the head of the user, and permits for visualization of the compressible elements. The internal liner is formed from contourable materials which enhance user fit and comfort and reduce the weight of the protective headgear without compromising user safety.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: XENITH, LLCInventor: Vincent R. Ferrara
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Publication number: 20080155736Abstract: A locking mechanism to prevent unintentional disengagement of a goggle lens from its frame and allowing for easy changes of the lens when required. The locking mechanism employs translatable clips engaged to the frame which translate toward and away from the lens between engaged and disengaged positions. The engaged position locks the lens in place until the user translates the clip to the disengaged position. A post and slot engagement of each clip to the frame maintains them connected to the frame to prevent loss.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Roy Paulson, Fernando Mota
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Publication number: 20080155737Abstract: The clothing is designed to prevent medical workers after using needles on patients who may be suffering from infective pathologies transmissible via blood. A protective element comprises, at the time of production and shipping, a first portion and a second portion reciprocally constrained by a connecting element moulded contemporaneously with the two portions. A pan is created inside the first portion and first ridges and second ridges have been created in the lower part of the second portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Fabio Massimo Marchesi
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Publication number: 20080155738Abstract: A bidet assembly for toilets comprising a non-permanent mounting means, such as a “C” clamp device and a long stiff wedging member with spring-back property, one or more nozzles mounted inside a toilet bowl under the rim lip, and a water supply tube that connects directly to the bowl refill nipple on a ballcock. Said multi-parts bidet assembly forms one integral tubing unit. Said bidet assembly can be mounted or removed, without tools, in 2 minutes or less and leaves no mar or damage on a toilet. Said bidet assembly is hidden from view, provides clean water for cleansing a user's private parts during the refill cycle and keeps water from splashing out of a toilet, and has no moving parts or controls of any kind to manipulate. Said bidet assembly can retrofit toilets of any size and shape and can be fabricated from commonly available merchandise.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: William Cheng Uy
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Publication number: 20080155739Abstract: A bidet assembly comprises at least one jet nozzle, connected to a multi-port tube fitting, which is connected to a water supply tube, which may comprise of four sections, and which is connected to the toilet bowl refill nipple, and a non-permanent mounting means. Said bidet assembly is a one-size-fits-all for retrofitting toilets of all sizes and shapes, has no moving parts, valves or controls and which provides fine jet streams of cool water spray - even from chilly cold water source - for cleansing a user's private parts during a toilet bowl refill cycle. Said bidet assembly is mounted inside and behind a toilet tank and inside a bowl and, therefore, is completely hidden from view and keeps water from splashing outside of the bowl. Said bidet assembly can be mounted or removed without tools, in less than two minutes and leaves neither mars nor damage on a toilet.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: William Cheng Uy
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Publication number: 20080155740Abstract: A bidet assembly comprises at least one jet nozzle, connected to a multi-port tube fitting, which is connected to a water supply tube, which may comprise of four sections, and which is connected to the toilet bowl refill nipple, and a non-permanent mounting means. Said bidet assembly is a one-size-fits-all for retrofitting toilets of all sizes and shapes, has no moving parts, valves or controls and which provides fine jet streams of cool water spray—even from chilly cold water source—for use in cleansing a user's private parts during a toilet tank refill cycle. Said bidet assembly is mounted inside and behind a toilet tank and inside a bowl and, therefore, is completely hidden from view and keeps water from splashing outside of the bowl. Said bidet assembly can be mounted or removed without tools, in less than two minutes and leaves neither mars nor damage on a toilet.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: William Cheng Uy
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Publication number: 20080155741Abstract: A bidet assembly comprises at least one jet nozzle, connected to a multi-port tube fitting, which is connected to a water supply tube, which may comprise of four sections, and which is connected to the toilet bowl refill nipple, and a non-permanent mounting means. Said bidet assembly is a one-size-fits-all for retrofitting toilets of all sizes and shapes, has no moving parts, valves or controls and which provides fine jet streams of cool water spray—even from chilly cold water source—for use in cleansing a user's private parts during a toilet tank refill cycle. Said bidet assembly is mounted inside and behind a toilet tank and inside a bowl and, therefore, is completely hidden from view and keeps water from splashing outside of the bowl. Said bidet assembly can be mounted or removed without tools, in less than two minutes and leaves neither mars nor damage on a toilet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: William Cheng Uy
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Publication number: 20080155743Abstract: An apparatus for securing at least one of an infant and toddler within at least one of a bathtub and a shower. Such apparatus includes a waterproof base member. A securing means is operably connected to a first predetermined location on such base member for securing such base member to at least one of such bathtub and a shower. A seat is coupled to such base member at a second predetermined location thereon. An adjustment mechanism is operably connected to such base member at a third predetermined location thereon for securing such infant within the apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Gisele Allen
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Publication number: 20080155744Abstract: A toilet at least includes a container, a cover, and an inflator. The container includes a top opening and a bottom drain. The cover connects the container with a pivot for selectively shielding or exposing the top opening. When the cover shields the opening, the inflator supplies air into the container and makes the air pressure inside the container higher than the outside. And therefore, air flows and takes away wastes through the drain to the outside of the toilet due to the pressure differential.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Weber Wang
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Publication number: 20080155745Abstract: A bathtub waste and overflow drain assembly comprises a fitting-T with at least two telescoping joints that do not require tightening to stop leaks. Telescoping sections are provided in a T-fitting that allow joint type connections with the drain and overflow assemblies. The drain and overflow fittings need only be roughly placed before or after the tub is set down. The joints allow the installer to pull the fittings below into place through the drain and overflow holes in the tub. The finish covers, gaskets, putty, and drain basket can then be installed from above to complete the job.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Eric Burr
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Publication number: 20080155746Abstract: The present invention is a method and device for use by EMTs, or paramedics in the process of moving patients, particularly obese patients, onto another support structure, such as a cot, bed, stretcher, gurney or the like. The device is may be formed of rigid PVC or plastic and has a plurality of hand holds. The method and device include dimensions and features which prevent injury to the EMTs, and which provide comfort and support to the patient during the moving process. The device is adapted to be placed under a patient after turning the patient on their side from an initial position, sliding the patient over the device, placing the patient onto the other support structure, and removing the device from under the patient after moving is completed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Chris Chester Neumeyer
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Publication number: 20080155747Abstract: A frame structure for a foldable children's play-yard adaptable to include a curved side rail to form at least a portion of its upper perimeter. The frame structure comprises a plurality of support members, an upper frame member and a lower frame member. The upper frame member is constructed of a plurality of side segments, which define the upper perimeter of the play-yard and comprise rail members, which can include a curve portion. The rail members are coupled in a rotatable relationship disposed between the adjacent support members. The side segments have opposite distal end portions in engagement with support brackets mounted on the support members, the support brackets are adaptable to affix the side segment when the play-yard is in the open configuration and to permit the side segments to move in more than a single degree of freedom (for example, translational, axial-rotational movement and swivel movements) when the play-yard is being folded.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2008Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: GOODBABY CHILD PRODUCTS CO., LTD.Inventor: Zhenghuan Song
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Publication number: 20080155748Abstract: A bed rail structured to minimize the gap between the mattress and the bed rail and including a leg portion and a rail portion. The rail portion extends upwardly on a first side of the mattress to extend beyond the sleeping surface of the mattress and prevent a person from rolling out of bed. The leg portion is sandwiched between the mattress and the box spring and extends toward a second side of the mattress. In one embodiment, the leg portion includes a distal end that is engaged to the second side of at least one of the mattress and box spring such that the distal end and rail portion hug the mattress. In another embodiment, the bed rail includes a relatively rigid cover depending from an upper portion of the rail portion to the sleeping surface so as to cover a gap that may exist between the first side of the mattress and the rail portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Mark A. Flannery, Nathan A. Dusheck
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Publication number: 20080155749Abstract: An adjustable bed sheet that can be laid out in a flat rectangle or square and easily folded thereby efficiently stored—which includes a drawstring within the periphery of the sheet allowing the sheet to be drawn tight about mattresses of varying sizes and geometries.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Pauline Stevens
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Publication number: 20080155750Abstract: An adjustable bed includes a stationary frame, a first head deck mattress support member supported by the frame, a second seat deck mattress support member supported by the frame and pivotally coupled to the head deck mattress support member, a sensor assembly adapted to detect a sound associated with human snoring, and a motorized drive assembly operatively coupled to the sensor assembly and to the first mattress support member. The adjustable bed may be such that detection of the snoring sound actuates the motorized drive assembly thereby causing relative movement of the first mattress support member with respect to the second mattress support member. The sensor assembly may further be adapted to recognize a sound associated with snoring of a particular person and actuation of the motorized drive assembly may move the first mattress support member between an inclined position and a horizontal flat position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: L&P PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANYInventor: Niels S. Mossbeck
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Publication number: 20080155751Abstract: A firefighter/hazmat rescue board for transporting injured workers wearing an open circuit rescue firefighter self-contained breathing apparatus (hereinafter, “SCBA”). The inventive apparatus includes a substantially rectangular plank with an upper deck, a lower surface, an upper/head portion with hand holds, a lower/mid-body portion with a hand hold, a right side, a left side, and an SCBA opening disposed through the plank. The SCBA opening is shaped and sized to be readily and easily disposed around a standard-sized 30-60 minute SCBA air cylinder and valve during a rescue operation. A harness system is provided for strapping the injured worker to the plank.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 2, 2008Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Justin W. Thompson, Troy A. Moore
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Publication number: 20080155752Abstract: A pillow having a pillow body including a flat cushion and a flexible cover covering the surface of the pillow body. The pillow body includes a central portion defining a back head support and side head supports located on left and right sides of the back head support. The back head support includes a first slit extending in a widthwise direction and a second slit and a third slit extending so as to be inclined relative to the first slit.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Minoru Fujita, Ryoko Murotani
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Publication number: 20080155753Abstract: An adjustable pillow comprising a support surface for receiving and supporting at least a part of a human body and forming a plurality of apertures there through for providing air circulation and substantial washability and at least one foldable channel. The foldable channel is a recess in the support surface about which the support surface generally folds is disclosed. The plurality of apertures provides efficient conduits through which air and water may flow while the pillow is folded along a foldable channel or unfolded.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 2, 2008Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: W. Gene Cretsinger
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Publication number: 20080155754Abstract: An apparatus (10) for a craniosacral therapy technique is provided. The apparatus (10) is configured as a headrest for a human being to rest their head on. The apparatus (10) is comprised of a resilient monocoque structure having a sidewall made from a thermo-plastic elastomer. The apparatus (10) is comprised of a base portion (105), two semi-spherical shaped protuberances (120, 130) extending upward from the base portion (105), and a channel (125) formed between the two protuberances (120, 130). The adjacent protuberances (120, 130) put stabilizing bi-lateral pressure on the occipital region of the head to induce what is known as a “still point”. After a rest period of up to twenty minutes, the pressure on the occipital region is removed. The release of the apparatus (10) allows production of cerebrospinal fluids which then gently flushes these areas of tissue restrictions or adhesions thereby improving circulation and facilitating greater balance and function of the central nervous system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: THE UPLEDGER INSTITUTE, INC.Inventors: Roy Donald Desjarlais, Donald Charles Duncan
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Publication number: 20080155755Abstract: A mattress comprises a resilient layer having a lower portion and side walls shaped to generally mate with a recessed bed deck and one or more cells supported in relation to the resilient layer and generally within the recess. The cells have a low air permeability envelope and an inflation structure within the envelope. The inflation structure is configured to expand within the envelope when unloaded to cause the envelope to fill with air.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 10, 2008Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Robert Crousore, John R. Laverack, Douglas B. Winner
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Publication number: 20080155756Abstract: A method and apparatus for delivering and transferring a liquid fabric treating composition to saturated clothing within a clothes washing machine during the course of a laundering operation comprises operating the washing machine in the conventional fashion to perform a washing cycle and a rinse cycle. A liquid fabric treating composition is introduced into the washing machine with the saturated clothing after completion of the rinse cycle but in advance of the spin cycle. The liquid fabric treating composition and the saturated clothing are tumbled together so that an effective amount of the liquid fabric treating composition may be transferred to the clothing as a result of contact of the liquid fabric treating composition with water that is contained in the clothing after completion of the rinse cycle. The spin cycle in then initiated, after which time the clothing may be removed from the washing machine for drying.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: J. Michael Ogden, Arthur V. Shannon
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Publication number: 20080155757Abstract: A method for controlling a fabric treatment apparatus including a case that defines treating space, a steam supply device, and a dry air supply device is provided. The method includes a steam mode, a dry mode, and a storing mode. In the steam mode, steam is supplied to the treating space by operating the steam supply device. In the dry mode, dry air is supplied to the treating space by operating the dry air supply device. In the storing mode, a humidity level in the treating space is controlled by operating at least one of the steam supply device and the dry air supply device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Jong Seok Kim, Si Moon Jeon, Sog Kie Hong
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Publication number: 20080155758Abstract: A clothes treating apparatus and a method for controlling the same can prevent a safety incident caused by steam and hot air and improve the safety of the clothes treating apparatus by preventing the door from being opened and closed randomly in the steam step and the dry step.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Sog Kie HONG, Jong Seok Kim
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Publication number: 20080155759Abstract: A valve assembly for a clothes treating apparatus operable in a dry cleaning process and a water washing process includes a valve inlet, and first and second valve outlets coupled in flow communication with the valve inlet. The apparatus includes a cabinet, and a wash tub and a storage tank positioned within the cabinet. The valve inlet is configured to be coupled in flow communication with the wash tub. The valve assembly also includes a first valve and a second valve configured to respectively control the flow through the first valve outlet and the second valve outlet. The first valve is configured to channel liquid from the wash tub outward through the first valve outlet in the water washing process, and the second valve is configured to channel liquid from the wash tub outward through the second valve outlet in the dry cleaning process.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Paul Douglas Mantle, Ronald Miles Johnson, Chandra Mohan Pendyala
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Publication number: 20080155760Abstract: A control system for a washing machine operable in a wash cycle is provided. The control system includes a foam sensor and a controller operatively coupled to the foam sensor. The washing machine includes a cabinet and a wash tub positioned within the cabinet for receiving laundry therein. The foam sensor is configured to detect a level of foam within the wash tub. The controller is configured to introduce a softener into the wash tub upon the foam sensor detecting a threshold level of foam within the wash tub.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Christopher G. Hoppe
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Publication number: 20080155761Abstract: A control system is provided for a washing machine including a cabinet, a wash tub positioned within the cabinet and a wash basket rotatably mounted within the wash tub. The control system includes a plurality of supports including two diagonally arranged supports. The plurality of supports are configured to support the washing machine on a surface. At least one load sensor is positioned with respect to each support of the two diagonally arranged supports. The at least one load sensor is configured to detect at least one force component applied to each support by a load within the wash basket. The at least one load sensor is further configured to generate a signal representative of the at least one force component. A controller is in signal communication with the at least one load sensor. The controller is configured to detect an operating load placement condition within the wash basket in response to at least one signal received from the at least one load sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Christopher G. Hoppe, Ziqiang Hu
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Publication number: 20080155762Abstract: In a process for dyeing a textile web having a first face and a second face opposite the first face, dye is applied to the textile web and the web is then moved in an open configuration thereof over a contact surface of an ultrasonic vibration system with the textile web in direct contact with the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system. The ultrasonic vibration system is operated to impart ultrasonic energy to the textile web to facilitate the distribution of dye throughout the web. The web is then moved further in its open configuration through a microwave application chamber of a microwave system and the microwave system is operated to impart microwave energy to the web in the microwave application chamber to facilitate binding of the dye to the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Robert Allen Janssen, Dennis John DeGroot, Thomas David Ehlert, Michael Joseph Garvey, Earl C. McCraw, Patrick Sean McNichols
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Publication number: 20080155763Abstract: In a process for dyeing a textile web having a first face and a second face opposite the first face, dye is applied to the textile web and the dyed web is then immersed in a flowing treatment liquid with the textile web in a generally open configuration. A contact surface of an ultrasonic vibration system is immersed in the flowing treatment liquid with the contact surface in direct contact with at least a portion of the textile web immersed in the treatment liquid. The ultrasonic vibration system is operated to impart ultrasonic energy to the portion of the textile web immersed in the treatment liquid at the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system to facilitate the removal of unbound dye from the textile web for entrainment in the flow of treatment liquid.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Robert Allen Janssen, Thomas David Ehlert, John Gavin MacDonald, Michael Joseph Garvey, Patrick Sean McNichols, Earl C. McCraw
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Publication number: 20080155764Abstract: In a process for dyeing a textile web having a first face and a second face opposite the first face, a solvent-based dye having at least one component that has a thermal conductivity substantially greater than that of the solvent is applied to the textile web. The web is then moved, in an open configuration thereof, over a contact surface of an ultrasonic vibration system with the textile web in direct contact with the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system. The ultrasonic vibration system is operated to impart ultrasonic energy to the textile web at the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system. In one embodiment, the dye is applied to the first face of the web and the web is then moved over the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system with the second face of the web in direct contact with the contact surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert Allen Janssen, Thomas David Ehlert, John Gavin MacDonald, Earl C. McCraw, Patrick Sean McNichols, Michael Joseph Garvey
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Publication number: 20080155765Abstract: In a process for dyeing a textile web, dye is applied directly to a first face of the textile web other than by saturating the web. The web is moved in an open configuration thereof over a contact surface of an ultrasonic vibration system with a second (opposite) face of the textile web in direct contact with the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system and the first face free from contact with the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system. The ultrasonic vibration system is operated to impart ultrasonic energy to the second face of the textile web to facilitate movement of the dye from the first face of the web into and through the web to the second face thereof. In another embodiment, dye is applied to the first face of the textile web without applying the dye to the second face of the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert Allen Janssen, Thomas David Ehlert, John Gavin MacDonald, Earl C. McCraw, Patrick Sean McNichols, Michael Joseph Garvey
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Publication number: 20080155766Abstract: In a process for dyeing a textile web having a first face and a second face opposite the first face, dye is applied to the textile web and the web is then moved in an open configuration thereof over a contact surface of an ultrasonic vibration system with the textile web in direct contact with the contact surface of the ultrasonic vibration system. The ultrasonic vibration system is operated to impart ultrasonic energy to the textile web to facilitate the distribution of dye throughout the web. The web is then moved further in its open configuration through a microwave application chamber of a microwave system and the microwave system is operated to impart microwave energy to the web in the microwave application chamber to facilitate binding of the dye to the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Robert Allen Janssen, Dennis John DeGroot, Thomas David Ehlert, Michael Joseph Garvey, Earl C. McCraw, Patrick Sean McNichols
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Publication number: 20080155767Abstract: A method of making an article of footwear includes obtaining a girth measurement of the article of footwear. The girth measurement device includes an expandable and retractable ribbon. The girth measurement device may be used to measure samples from a production run to ensure consistency of the run with a standard. The girth measurement device may also be used to measure an article of footwear post-production to determine an accurate size.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: Nike, Inc.Inventor: Nick R. Long
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Publication number: 20080155768Abstract: An autonomous floor cleaning robot includes a transport drive and control system arranged for autonomous movement of the robot over a floor for performing cleaning operations. The robot chassis carries a first cleaning zone comprising cleaning elements arranged to suction loose particulates up from the cleaning surface and a second cleaning zone comprising cleaning elements arraigned to apply a cleaning fluid onto the surface and to thereafter collect the cleaning fluid up from the surface after it has been used to clean the surface. The robot chassis carries a supply of cleaning fluid and a waste container for storing waste materials collected up from the cleaning surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: iRobot CorporationInventors: Andrew Ziegler, Duane Gilbert, Christopher John Morse, Scott Pratt, Paul Sandin, Nancy Dussault, Andrew Jones
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Publication number: 20080155769Abstract: A hand-held motorized household cleaning apparatus that includes a housing, a battery located in the housing, a motor located in the housing and connected to the battery, an output drive shaft connected to the motor, a cleaning attachment coupled for movement with the output drive shaft and a liquid delivery system with a pressurized reservoir. A flexible adapter is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2008Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: BLACK & DECKER INC.Inventors: Todd Alan Schonewille, Richard Peter Rosa, Sean David Wilkinson, Corey Donald MacTavish, Jacob Richard Prosper, James Douglas Marshall, Oleksiy Petrovych Sergyeyenko, Vincent P. Cooper, David M. Shaver, Patrick Marcil
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Publication number: 20080155770Abstract: The toothbrush includes a handle portion and a brushhead assembly which comprises a head portion and a stem portion. The head portion includes a bellows-like acoustic action member for creating acoustic wave action as it moves in and out in response to an acoustic driving force. A drive system is located in the handle and includes an audio speaker-type assembly to create acoustic waves which are transmitted through a transmission line to the acoustic action member. The acoustic action member is driven toward and away from the teeth when the toothbrush is operatively positioned within the mouth. The action of the acoustic member is directly or indirectly coupled to the fluid in the mouth, producing a foam which couples shear forces between the acoustic action member and the teeth/gums to produce a desired cleaning/therapeutic effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 7, 2005Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventor: Joseph W. Grez
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Publication number: 20080155771Abstract: A device for cleaning tonsils is provided. In one embodiment, the device includes an elongated handle having a longitudinal axis and a head having a longitudinal axis, extending from the elongated handle. The device further includes a first set of projections configured to brush a user's tonsils, disposed on a first surface of the head and extending perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the head. The device also includes a second set of projections configured to brush a user's tonsils, disposed on a second surface of the head and extending perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the head.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Ismailu Agbaje
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Publication number: 20080155772Abstract: The invention relates to a cleaning body comprising at least two part cleaning bodies (1, 2), each with a cleaning surface (3, 4), whereby the part cleaning bodies (1, 2) are made from differing materials, lie adjacent to each other and are connected to each other. The first part cleaning body (1) has greater flexibility than the second (2) with each in the dry state. A squeeze mop comprises said cleaning bodies and a support body (17), connected to the cleaning body, whereby the support body (17) has two wings (18, 19), connected to each other such as to fold together by means of a hinged joint (20). The joint (20) is exclusively arranged in the region of the surface (13) of the first part cleaning body (1).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2005Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: CARL FREUDENBERG KGInventor: Phu-Dennis Tran
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Publication number: 20080155773Abstract: The present invention discloses a long-haft bath brush, which comprises a long haft and an elastic mesh hose. The elastic mesh hose is used to clean the body. The long haft further comprises a handle portion and an assemblage portion which has a clamp portion and a clamp plate. The clamp portion has an accommodation hole in the central region thereof. Two ends of the clamp plate are to be respectively press-fitted to two ends of the accommodation hole of the clamp portion. In assemblage, one end of the clamp plate is firstly connected to the clamp portion; next, the elastic mesh hose is placed between the clamp plate and the clamp portion; after the position and wrinkles of the elastic mesh hose are arranged well, the free end of the clamp plate is press-fitted into the clamp portion, and the elastic mesh hose is thus secured to the long haft.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Yi-Chun Chen
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Publication number: 20080155774Abstract: A floor sweeping apparatus comprises a cleaning head with an elongate handle fixed at an inner end by a pivoting joint to the cleaning head, and at an outer end by a hinge to an elongate handle extension. A locking mechanism allows the handle extension to be locked in different angular positions relative to the handle and can be remotely controlled from the handle extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: KWONNIE ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS LIMITEDInventor: Kwok Fung Pang
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Publication number: 20080155775Abstract: The mop has a flat holder and a mop covering attached to the underside of the holder and projecting from an edge of the holder with an edge protection border. The mop can be wrung in a corresponding device. The wringing device has a first pressing element and a second pressing element, which traverse the holder with the mop covering and which squeeze the mop cover in order to wring it. One of the pressing elements continuously extends over the entire width of the mop covering perpendicular to the direction of movement of the holder. The other pressing element has two parts with a gap in between for allowing the passage of a handle joined to the holder. In the vicinity of the gap formed by the pressing element, the edge protection border is formed so that it does not absorb and dirt and/or moisture.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2005Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Joachim Damrath, Markus Spielmannleitner, Gerhard Wetzl
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Publication number: 20080155776Abstract: A washer nozzle provided in a wiper blade has a first ejection hole ejecting a first washer fluid, and a second ejection hole ejecting a second washer fluid. A first ejection axis, which is a center line of a first ejection port angle of the first ejection hole, is define. A second ejection axis, which is a center line of a second ejection port angle of the second ejection hole, is defined. The washer nozzle is structured such that the first ejection axis and the second ejection axis intersect with each other as seen from a width direction of the wiper blade.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: ASMO Co., LTD.Inventor: Yasuhiro Harita