Patents Issued in May 20, 2014
  • Large-flowered climber rose plant named ‘ZLEEltonStrack’
    Patent number: PP24463
    Abstract: Large flowered climbing rose plant having a large plant habit that is upright and spreading; very vigorous growth; semi-double to double flowers typically borne in clusters of 5 or more; orange flower buds that open to apricot colored blooms; prolific bloom in mid to late spring and sporadic recurrent flowering in summer; resistance to major fungal diseases; extreme winter hardiness and ability to root and grow vigorously from softwood and semi-hardwood cuttings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: David Charles Zlesak
  • plant named ‘WG17’
    Patent number: PP24464
    Abstract: A new and distinct Citrus reticulata cultivar named ‘WG17’ is disclosed, characterized by having distinctive fruit of bright orange flesh that peels very easily with a meaty, crunchy texture. The fruit is physically large and tall in height and less oblate in shape. Additionally, the new variety produces fruit that takes ethylene gas without burning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: GJH LLC
    Inventor: Bill Roe
  • plant named ‘WG3’
    Patent number: PP24465
    Abstract: A new and distinct Citrus reticulata cultivar named ‘WG3’ is disclosed, characterized by having distinctive fruit that peels easily and dry and can be eaten with little mess. It also has very low seed average of less than 2 seeds per fruit. Additionally, the new variety produces fruit that does not pull very much when ripe until overripe and maintains acid during ripening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: GJH LLC
    Inventor: Bill Roe
  • Grapevine ‘IFG Thirteen’
    Patent number: PP24466
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Thirteen’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing obtuse ovate, completely black seedless berries which are firm in texture, low in acidity and ripen early in the growing season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: International Fruit Genetics, LLC
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Azalea plant named ‘RLH1-12P0’
    Patent number: PP24467
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Azalea plant named ‘RLH1-12P0’, characterized by its compact, upright to outwardly spreading and mounding plant habit; freely basal branching habit; dense and bushy appearance; vigorous growth habit and rapid growth rate; evergreen, persistent dark green-colored leaves that do not abscise during the winter; freely flowering habit with remontant flowering during the spring, summer and autumn; large, non-persistent single flowers that are light pink in color with red purple-colored central spots and speckles; and excellent garden performance and temperature tolerance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Head's Select, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Harold Head, Lisa Jones Head
  • plant named ‘DUP-SWTE’
    Patent number: PP24468
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘DUP-SWTE’, characterized by glossy, dark green leaves, a dwarf, base-branching habit, with semi-upright habit appropriate for container production and culture, freely flowering habit, and a small flower, usually less than 5.5 inches in diameter, having a shiny, dark red eye which extends out about a third of the way to the flower edge, the eye margined in pumpkin orange which fades into a light orange body and edge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Robert J. Dupont, Sr.
  • plant named ‘DUP-HCHP’
    Patent number: PP24469
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘DUP-HCHP’ characterized by glossy, dark green leaves, very upright habit appropriate for container production and culture, freely flowering habit and large to very large flowers having a dull dark red eye which extends to one quarter the diameter of the flower, with the body being a medium red with white veins extending to two thirds the flower diameter. The edge of each petal is ruffled, and the petals shallowly overlap, giving the effect of a windmill.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Robert J. Dupont, Sr.
  • plant named ‘DUP-CSMR’
    Patent number: PP24470
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘DUP-CSMR’, characterized by glossy, dark green leaves, upright habit appropriate for container production and culture, freely flowering habit, and a flower having a small, dark red eye, a brownish yellow zone which radiates from the eye, into a brownish orange zone, and a brownish orange edge. In Summer heat, the brownish orange zone is intensified in color and expanded, such that it extends to the eye zone, and light to heavy spotting of yellow may be present.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Robert J. Dupont, Sr.
  • Variety of basil plant named ‘Green Fortune’
    Patent number: PP24471
    Abstract: ‘Green Fortune’ is a new variety of basil plant having a tall and well-branched growth habit, violet flowers, a very spicy flavor and tolerance to low temperatures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Herbalea GmbH
    Inventor: Udo Schäfer
  • plant named ‘Cat's Meow’
    Patent number: PP24472
    Abstract: The new and distinct hardy perennial Catmint plant, Nepeta ‘Cat's Meow’ has a low growing, short and compact habit with upright and slightly decumbent stems. The foliage is intermediate is size and serrate. The flowers are sky-blue with persistent smoky-purple calyces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Walters Gardens Inc
    Inventor: Kevin A. Hurd
  • plant named ‘Shishika-02’
    Patent number: PP24473
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dianthus plant named ‘Shishika-02’, characterized by its compact, upright and uniformly mounding plant habit; vigorous growth habit; short internodes and freely branching habit; light purple to light violet-colored flowers with white-colored centers that are positioned above and beyond the foliar plane; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Amerinova Properties LLC
    Inventor: Kazuyuki Shishido
  • plant named ‘VVIDB12-0’
    Patent number: PP24474
    Abstract: A new and distinct Verbena cultivar named ‘VVIDB12-0’ is disclosed, characterized by a compact, trailing plant habit, flexible stems and distinctive violet-blue flowers. The new variety is a Verbena, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Hubertus Volmary
  • plant named ‘VVIPU08-0’
    Patent number: PP24475
    Abstract: A new and distinct Verbena cultivar named ‘VVIPU08-0’ is disclosed, characterized by a compact, trailing plant habit, flexible stems and distinctive purple to red-purple flowers. The new variety is a Verbena, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Hubertus Volmary
  • plant named ‘SAKOST8366’
    Patent number: PP24476
    Abstract: A new Osteospermum plant particularly distinguished by having white and pink flowers with light gray disc florets as well as a fairly compact and very well-branching plant growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Sakata Ornamentals Europe A/S
    Inventor: Niels G. Kristensen
  • plant named ‘SAKOST8365’
    Patent number: PP24477
    Abstract: A new Osteospermum plant particularly distinguished by having a primrose-yellow flower color when opening and changing to an apricot-pink flower color over 2 to 4 days as the flower ages and a fairly compact and very well-branching plant growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Sakata Ornamentals Europe A/S
    Inventor: Niels G. Kristensen
  • plant named ‘SAKOST8367’
    Patent number: PP24478
    Abstract: A new Osteospermum plant particularly distinguished by medium-sized rose-pink flowers with violet-blue discs and a very compact and very well-branching plant growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Sakata Ornamentals Europe A/S
    Inventor: Niels G. Kristensen
  • plant named ‘SAKOST8330’
    Patent number: PP24479
    Abstract: A new Osteospermum plant particularly distinguished by having pure clean white ray florets and blue disc florets with medium sized flower and a compact, mounding and well branching plant growth habit is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Sakata Ornamentals Europe A/S
    Inventor: Niels G. Kristensen
  • Osteospermum plant named ‘OSTZ0003’
    Patent number: PP24480
    Abstract: A new Osteospermum plant named ‘OSTZ0003’ particularly distinguished by the yellow colored inflorescences held nicely above the foliage, medium-green foliage, with early flowering and an excellent branched and compact bushy habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Syngenta Crop Protection AG
    Inventor: Pim Kaagman
  • plant named ‘WHITE LAVA’
    Patent number: PP24481
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Colocasia plant named ‘WHITE LAVA’ that is characterized by sagittate leaves which are semi-glossy medium green in color with bold cream markings and veins. The leaves of ‘WHITE LAVA’ are borne on glossy burgundy-red colored petioles. ‘WHITE LAVA’ grows with a compact and clumping habit. In combination these characteristics distinguish ‘WHITE LAVA’ from all other varieties of Colocasia known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: John J. Cho
  • plant named ‘MAUI GOLD’
    Patent number: PP24482
    Abstract: A new cultivar of cultivar of Colocasia plant named ‘MAUI GOLD’ that is characterized by a combination of large sagittate-shaped chartreuse colored leaves with a glossy finish, bluish-purple colored piko, and petioles that are white to light yellow-green in color that turn light burgundy in color where they join the leaf ‘Maui Gold’ grows with a compact and clumping habit. In combination these characteristics distinguish ‘MAUI GOLD’ from all other varieties of Colocasia known to the inventor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: University of Hawaii
    Inventor: John J. Cho
  • plant named ‘Twister’
    Patent number: PP24483
    Abstract: The new variety ‘Twister’ is part of the “compact Sansevieria group”. It can reach 45 cm in length, with an average of approximately seven leaves per plant. The plant shows an inverted pyramid shape and swirl, the arrangement of the leaves is in the form of a rosette. Shows very similar colors to the comparison variety ‘Laurentii’, with irregular margins showing variegated coloration, with alternating brilliant yellowish green (RHS 154B) and light yellowish green (154D RHS) horizontal bands. ‘Twister’ presents more leaves per rosette than the parent variety ‘Black Gold Superba’ and is more similar to the commercial variety ‘Laurentii’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Florica Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: Marvin Gonzalez Villegas
  • plant named ‘SAKCAL108’
    Patent number: PP24484
    Abstract: A Calibrachoa plant particularly distinguished by having a white flower color and a compact plant growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Sakata Seed Corporation
    Inventor: Akinobu Ui
  • plant named ‘SAKCAL104’
    Patent number: PP24485
    Abstract: A Calibrachoa plant particularly distinguished by having a pink flower color and a compact plant growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Sakata Seed Corporation
    Inventor: Akinobu Ui
  • plant named ‘Bottle Rocket’
    Patent number: PP24486
    Abstract: The new and distinct cultivar of ornamental Ligularia plant, Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’ with compact habit, vertical columnar scapes producing dense clusters of golden yellow inflorescences and broad bidentate to palmatifid incised dark green leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Walters Garden Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin A. Hurd
  • plant named ‘SGIPU2-0’
    Patent number: PP24487
    Abstract: A new and distinct Scabiosa cultivar named ‘SGIPU2-0’ is disclosed, characterized by large, purple-violet colored flowers and unique thick flower stems. The new variety is a Scabiosa, suitable as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: The Paradise Seed Company Pty. Ltd.
    Inventor: John Robb
  • Bottle
    Patent number: RE44900
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: SD IP Holdings Company
    Inventors: Vernon N. Goetz, Sunil S. Shah, Sheldon E. Yourist, Eric Ungrady
  • Method for converting direct voltage into three phase alternating voltage
    Patent number: RE44901
    Abstract: A method of converting a direct voltage generated by a decentralized power supply system into three-phase alternating voltage by means of a plurality of single-phase inverters (WR1-WR3), said alternating voltage being provided for supplying an electric mains, is intended to avoid inadmissible load unbalances using single-phase inverters. This is achieved in that, upon failure of one inverter (WR1-WR3), an asymmetrical power supply distribution is reduced by limiting the output of the other inverters. The method makes it possible to simplify three-phase voltage monitoring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: SMA Solar Technology AG
    Inventors: Holger Becker, Guenther Cramer, Sven Bremicker, Thorsten Dingel, Bernd Engel, Wilfried Groote, Frank Greizer, Ralf Joachim Laschinski, Matthias Victor, Torben Westphal
  • Display device having a connection area outside the display area
    Patent number: RE44902
    Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a display device capable of narrowing the area of the frame. In order to achieve this object, the display device according to the present invention has a substrate having a plurality of arranged display elements and a wiring layer of a power source on the peripheral side; a bank layer for mutually separating the display elements; an electrode layer for covering the plurality of display elements and the bank layer; and a sealing substrate for further covering the electrode layer by joining the peripheral portion of the substrate and the sealing portion circling around the periphery via a joining element such as an adhesive; wherein the periphery of the sealing substrate is positioned inside the periphery of the substrate, and the peripheral portion of the electrode layer is connected to the wiring of the power source within the sealing portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Seiko Epson Corporation
    Inventors: Hidekazu Kobayashi, Osamu Yokoyama, Yojiro Matsueda
  • Lighting devices using a plurality of light sources
    Patent number: RE44903
    Abstract: A device is disclosed that uses a plurality of light sources. The light sources may be light emitting diodes (LEDs). The light sources are arranged and mounted to a deformable flexible substrate. The light sources are arranged and mounted to the substrate as to emit their radiation perpendicular to the substrate. The substrate is flexed in a concave or convex manner by motor, magnetic field or other mechanical means. The light sources may emit their radiation perpendicular to the substrate, or the may diverge or converge their radiation away from the substrate. Perforations in the substrate provide cooling to the light sources by convection or forced air. A threaded holder may be screwed onto threads on a case in order to bend the flexible substrate to change the direction of light from the light sources mounted to the flexible substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Richard S. Belliveau
  • Method for contention free traffic detection
    Patent number: RE44904
    Abstract: The invention discloses a method for detecting priority of data frames comprising the steps of extracting (S1) a bit pattern from a predetermined position in a frame, comparing (S2, S3) said extracted bit pattern with a search pattern, and identifying (S4) said received frame as a priority frame in case said extracted bit pattern (BP) matches with said first search pattern (SP). By this method, the priority of a data frame can easily be detected. The invention also proposes a corresponding device for detecting priority of data frames.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Calton Research L.L.C.
    Inventor: Petri Karhula
  • User created tags for online social networking
    Patent number: RE44905
    Abstract: The present invention provides a social networking system and method by which customized tags can be created by a registered user in an online social networking environment and distributed to facilitate social networking. The tags represent personal characteristics and preferences associated with users of the online social networking environment. A graphical user interface (GUI) is provided in the online social networking website that enables a specific user to create and customize tags. Tags can be embeddable in that a user can insert the tag in a website GUI for display. Also, tags may have embedded content, e.g. a photo, a song, a profile page location, etc and may be sponsored or traded in the social networking website. Also a skin that shows the personal profile page GUI style may be customized, sponsored, or traded.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Tagged, Inc.
    Inventors: Greg Tseng, Johann Schleier-Smith
  • Face protector lens assembly and method of use
    Patent number: 8726412
    Abstract: A lens assembly for securing in an opening in a face plate of a face protector has a first, retainer lens of shape and dimensions configured to be secured in the front opening of a face plate and having a curvature substantially matching the curvature of the face plate. A second lens of smaller dimensions is secured behind the first lens to provide a lens-in-a-lens configuration. The lens assembly may be releasably secured in the face plate opening and the second lens is interchangeable with sets of lenses having different properties such as lens shade. The retainer assembly has a back cover and a gasket or spacer between the back cover and second lens to allow second lenses of different depths to be secured in the assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Jerry Dean Wright
  • Wrist guard
    Patent number: 8726413
    Abstract: A band is described for providing support and/or protection to the wearer. In one embodiment, the band is a wrist band having pockets for several longitudinal reinforcement elements. Thus, for example, a wrist band may be formed from an elastic material had be stitched to form pockets. In one embodiment, the pockets are closed, and the band is provided with a given amount of protection or support. In yet another embodiment, one or more pockets have an opening, which allows a user to adjust the amount of protection and/or support in each pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Majestev, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Khuong, Mayachela Garcia, Jessica Molly DiBiase
  • Article of apparel incorporating a zoned modifiable textile structure
    Patent number: 8726414
    Abstract: An article of apparel is disclosed that includes zones with a textile having a structure that changes or is otherwise modified by a physical stimulus, such as the presence of water or a temperature change, to modify a property of the textile. The zones may be along a center back area and side areas of the apparel, and the textile may increase in air permeability when exposed to water. The zones may also be in an upper area of the torso and in a lower back area, and the textile may increase in texture when exposed to water. In some embodiments, slits are formed in the textile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Robert Baron, Karin Elizabeth Carter, LaShurya M. Wise
  • Protective garments having elastomeric gaskets along margins to inhibit ingress of potentially harmful materials
    Patent number: 8726415
    Abstract: In an ensemble for a firefighter or for an emergency rescue worker, protective trousers and a protective coat are provided with elastomeric gaskets, such as neoprene gaskets, one of which lines an inside surface of a distal margin of each leg of the protective trousers and is adapted to be snugly stretched around a protective boot, another of which lines an inside surface of a distal margin of each arm of the protective coat and is adapted to be snugly stretched around a protective glove, and another of which lines an inside surface of a lower margin of the protective coat and is adapted to be snugly stretched around the protective trousers. Such gaskets extend from and, preferably, are unitary with liners, such as neoprene liners, which provide moisture and/or chemical barriers. When stretched snugly, such gaskets inhibit ingress of potentially harmful materials, whether gaseous, liquid, or particulate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Morning Pride Manufacturing, L.L.C.
    Inventors: William L. Grilliot, Mary I. Grilliot
  • Lab coat article and method
    Patent number: 8726416
    Abstract: An article in the form of a lab coat having body comprising left and right lapels having outside edges which are stitched to the body of the lab coat and can be used by a medical professional while wearing a stethoscope so that the stethoscope does not interfere with the lapels. Articles which exclude a fold down collar and which include lapels of color and/or design different from the body of the lab coat are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Conrad Roblejo
  • Clamp assembly and apparel containing same
    Patent number: 8726417
    Abstract: This invention relates to a clamp assembly useful for attaching together two items of clothing, a garment comprising the clamp assembly, and a process for attaching two items of clothing; the clamp assembly including a circular band and a tubular resilient cover having a hollow body, and wherein the clamp is positioned in the hollow and is encased on all sides by the resilient cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: E I du Pont de Nemours and Company
    Inventor: Colin A. McLachlan
  • Adjustable glove
    Patent number: 8726418
    Abstract: A glove for use by a soccer goalie includes several adjustment mechanisms, such as straps. The straps allow the glove to be adjusted for fit, such as by manipulating the width of the glove across the palm or the size of the wrist opening. Additionally, the glove includes a pull tab that allows the wearer to adjust the position of the fingers of the hand within the glove quickly so that the webs of the fingers remain in contact with the inside of the glove at the bases of the finger stalls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas DeBlasis, Todd Smith
  • Head and neck stabilizer for travel
    Patent number: 8726419
    Abstract: A head and neck support device includes first and second head support members that may be positioned in complimentary opposing locations to a rear area of the head. Each head support member comprises a substantially rectangular shaped pillow that may be affixed to headwear (e.g., hat) or a headband. The first and second head support members are configured to complimentarily support and distribute a weight of the head to substantially bypass a neck or the wearer and effectuate translation of the forces of gravity (somewhat equally) to the sides of the head of the wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Vahey
  • Cushioning cap visor
    Patent number: 8726420
    Abstract: A visor configuration for inside the brim of a baseball cap, that solves the problem of discomfort due to pressure against a baseball cap wearer's forehead, by providing a mechanism that enables a single, continuous piece of visor material with a T-shaped cut out space in the visor's middle section and two arched shaped cut out spaces in the visor's sides to have a cushioning effect as a result of newly allowed motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Michel Uitermarkt
  • Apparel with inflatable neck cushion
    Patent number: 8726421
    Abstract: A neck supporting piece of apparel, such as a scarf, which includes an inflatable bladder in a neck portion and a tube coupled to the bladder and extending downward to a port easily accessible by the user while wearing the apparel in order to inflate and deflate the bladder, which serves as a neck cushion or pillow. While the neck portion may be configured to go behind the user's neck, the apparel also may include a connector to join the apparel together in front of the user, helping to keep the cushion formed around the user's neck. In addition, the scarf may include pockets at a position generally where the user's hands would lie when sitting or standing, such that tensioning the scarf with the user's arms may increase the cushioning effect of the pillow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Roberto R. Alvarez
  • Legging which enhances the appearance of a user's leg
    Patent number: 8726422
    Abstract: A leg covering enhances aesthetic appearance of disproportionate musculature, provides a natural look for medical prosthetics, and insulates body heat. The leg covering comprises a padding fixed to the leg covering, where the padding further comprises a contoured shape, such that the padding can be affixed on a centroid of a user's leg. The padding further comprises three layers and a contoured shape in order to model curvature of a natural calf muscle and to provide the lifelike and appealing appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventors: Janet Pirela, Miguel Angel Pirela-Cruz
  • Undergarment, particularly for men
    Patent number: 8726423
    Abstract: An undergarment for a man includes a waistband and a partitioning panel having an upper edge and an opposed lower edge. The upper edge is interconnected with a waistband. The partitioning panel has an opening defined therethrough. The undergarment may include a boxer style pants portion with the panel being inside the pants portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Hai Gu
  • Energy management structure
    Patent number: 8726424
    Abstract: An energy management structure is adapted to absorb a force applied thereto. The structure includes a first component possessing a first compressive response profile, a second component possessing a second compressive response profile different from the first compressive response profile, and a third component connecting the first component to the second component. Upon application of a force, the second compressive response profile of the second component is additive to the first compressive response profile of the first component to result in an overall compressive response profile of the energy management structure that meets a design compressive response profile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Intellectual Property Holdings, LLC
    Inventors: Shawn Thomas, Ronald M. Szalkowski, Joseph Vincent Pease, III
  • Wake stabilizer for helmet and helmet
    Patent number: 8726425
    Abstract: To facilitate driving and prevent a fatigue in a neck by avoiding fluctuations of a helmet to left and right even in a wind (air flow) of a high relative speed thereby stabilizing the helmet. A wake stabilizer for the helmet has a right stabilizer (10R) and a left stabilizer (10L) provided symmetrically at the body wake flow portions (9) on the left and right sides of the helmet. Each of the left and right stabilizers (10R, 10L) has a side straightening face (15) extending from the side face position of the body wake flow portion (9) to the rear surface at such an angle as being fitted on the back of the helmet while being kept flat, and a wind separating portion (16) providing a longitudinal edge extending perpendicularly on a rear edge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: OGK Kabuto Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Takeshi Murakami
  • Shoulder pad cover
    Patent number: 8726426
    Abstract: A garment made of a compression fabric is provided to serve as a shoulder pad covering. The garment includes a torso portion having a front portion connected to a back portion. The torso portion defines a torso opening, a neck opening, a left arm passage, and a right arm passage. A left shoulder portion is connected to the torso portion adjacent to the left arm passage. The left shoulder portion includes a left shoulder cap pocket. A right shoulder portion is connected to the torso portion adjacent to the right arm passage. The right shoulder portion includes a right shoulder cap pocket. A left epaulette passage is positioned between the neck opening and the left shoulder portion. A right epaulette passage is positioned between the neck opening and the right shoulder portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Kyle Blakely, Craig Lindemann
  • Commode flushing handle
    Patent number: 8726427
    Abstract: A commode flushing handle that is attachable to a toilet wherein a horizontal rod section is rotatably disposed upon said toilet and a handle section is disposed endwise upon the rod section, said handle section disposed proximal the toilet bowl, whereby lifting the handle section depresses the flush handle of the toilet to flush the toilet without the user having to turn around or stand up from the toilet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Emigdio Padron
  • Swimming pool skimmer cover
    Patent number: 8726428
    Abstract: A skimmer cover assembly includes a cover that is adapted to fit over the face flange of the skimmer or pool wall to prevent water from entering the skimmer assembly. The cover is secured to the skimmer by use of a draw bolt that is threaded at one end and includes a thumb screw or wing nut at a second end. The threaded end is adapted to be threaded into a support brace that is braced against an inside surface of the skimmer housing or to the skimmer housing itself. Tightening the draw bolt with the thumb screw draws the cover tightly against the face flange of the skimmer. The cover includes a gasket seal about its perimeter to form a watertight seal with the face flange of the skimmer. The draw bolt also has an o-ring that is positioned between the thumb screw and the cover to prevent water from leaking past the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: P.I., Inc.
    Inventor: Laurence A. Nelson
  • Spa and spa cover assembly
    Patent number: 8726429
    Abstract: Spa cover assemblies for use with a spa are contemplated herein. Each cover assembly is configured to pivotally couple to opposing end walls of the spa base and pivot between a closed position and an open position. Each cover assembly includes a first cover piece pivotally coupled to an end wall of the spa base, two bracket assemblies pivotally coupled to the end wall and the first cover piece, and a second cover piece pivotally coupled to the first cover piece. The second cover piece is substantially planar with the first cover piece when in the closed position and stacked on the first cover piece when in the open position. The first and second cover pieces form a shelf extending from the spa base when in the open position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: David Midkiff
  • Pedicure spa station with separate integrated drain
    Patent number: 8726430
    Abstract: A pedicure spa station platform that includes a raised platform having a front and a rear, and a seat area on the top surface of the platform for attaching a seat or chair. The platform has a basin tray for holding a basin. The basin tray area is positioned in front of the seat mount location. A well entrance is located between the seat area and the basin tray. The well has a sidewall with a front portion and a back portion, and a drain positioned in the sidewall. The sidewall forms a rim near the front portion (the well entrance). A vertical riser is positioned in front of the basin tray, and the vertical riser terminates in a footrest, where the footrest extends in part over and above the basin tray. The foot rest is movable with respect to the raised platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Gulfstream Inc.
    Inventors: Minh Sang Tran, Christopher Alexander