Patents Issued in March 29, 2016
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Patent number: 9295311Abstract: A luggage support system converts between a luggage position and a support position through manipulation of a handle portion and a mobile portion on a luggage. The handle portion and the mobile portion are integrated into the luggage for standard operational functions. The luggage position can carry and store standard items for which luggage is generally designed. The support position forms a support stand for the luggage. The luggage can operate from the support position. The luggage converts between the support position and the luggage position through a series of extension and pivoting manipulations. Both the handle and the mobile portions include legs that extend and retract from inside the luggage to move between positions. The legs extend fully and pivot towards each other up to 90 degrees to form the support position. The legs pivot retract along the surface of the luggage to return to the luggage position.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventors: Norman Gadzinski, Gina Provenzano
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Patent number: 9295312Abstract: The refill lead case includes a case body provided with an opening portion, a lid attachment member attached to the opening portion of the case body, and a lid body attached to the lid attachment member in a slidable manner. The lid body is provided with a slide operation portion located at the front surface side of the lid attachment member and a bridge portion that is integrally molded with the slide operation portion, protrudes toward the rear surface side of the lid attachment member, and extends in the slide direction of the lid body. The bridge portion includes slope surfaces formed at the left and right sides while ridge lines are centered therebetween. When the lid body takes a downward posture, the refill leads accommodated in the case body are distributed inside the case body with respect to the ridge lines as a boundary.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: MITSUBISHI PENCIL COMPANY, LIMITEDInventor: Shoichi Saito
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Patent number: 9295313Abstract: A skid plate for protecting a telescoping handle is described. The skid plate can include a cover body with a back section, a first sidewall section and a second sidewall section, and the cover body can define concave cavity to enclose therein portions of a telescoping base of the telescoping handle. The cover body can also include a plurality of spaced apart engagement members extending from the inner side of the cover body for engaging with the telescoping base. The plurality of engagement members can include attachment members and spacing members.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: LF CENTENNIAL LTDInventors: Terrence P. Kinskey, Matthew G. Williams
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Patent number: 9295314Abstract: The present invention is direct to an item holding device having a container body and a flexible tail and method of use. The flexible tail, which is repositionable when sufficient force is applied, yet allows the invention to be reasonably fixed once configured, allows a user to attach the item holding device in locations unsuitable for traditional fastening mechanisms. The flexible tail facilitates the positioning of the item holding device within convenient reach of the user by enabling the user to wrap the flexible tail around a static structure or configure it to form a support stand for placement upon a surface. The flexible nature of the tail allows the tail to snugly conform to the shape of the attachment point, keeping the item holding device securely in place.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2011Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: David McClees
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Patent number: 9295315Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair treatment appliance (1) having a handle (3), a functional head (4) which can be connected to the handle (3) and has a hair treatment device (5), and also an ion application device (9) for applying ions to the hair, said ion application device having at least one ion outlet (11), wherein the functional head (4) and the handle (3) also in each case have an electrically conductive area on an outer face of the component and the electrically conductive area of the functional head (4) and the electrically conductive area of the handle (3) are electrically conductively connected to one another.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2008Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Braun GmbHInventors: Michael Kloeppel-Riech, Katja Honnefeller, Norbert Smetana, Olaf Soerensen, Juergen Seng
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Patent number: 9295316Abstract: An assembly of a container/applicator for mascara, includes: along a longitudinal axis, a flask, including a side wall and a distal bottom wall, whose lower surface defines a receiving cavity for a mascara composition, and a proximal neck having an opening, the neck having a draining element and first members for maintaining the assembly in a combined and closed configuration; an applicator, including a stem having a distal brush-supporting section, an intermediate section, and a proximal handling section, and a brush supported by the distal section; a cap provided with second members for maintaining the assembly in the combined and closed configuration; and mixing elements arranged in the receiving cavity, which are capable of being moved axially between the distal bottom wall and the proximal neck. The mixing elements have a generally tubular wall, whose upper and lower surfaces peripherally define a central through-passage for the stem of an applicator.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: CINQPATSInventor: Jean-Louis Mathiez
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Patent number: 9295317Abstract: A footwear hanger including a bracing member, a lace-clamping member and an interconnecting member. The bracing member includes a first elongated side wall and a second elongated side wall. The bracing member is configured to be bracingly attached to a strap, such as a backpack shoulder strap or a belt, between the first elongated side wall and the second elongated side wall. The lace-clamping member includes a clamping mechanism and an inner wall surface, wherein at least one shoe lace can be removably clamped by the clamping mechanism. The interconnecting member securely attaches the external surface of the second elongated side wall and the inner wall surface of the lace-clamping member, forming a lacing gap between the second elongated side wall and the inner wall surface of the lace-clamping member. Thereby, facilitating wrapping of the at least one shoe lace onto the interconnecting member.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Itai Achiaz
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Patent number: 9295318Abstract: The present invention provides in some embodiments, the first for purpose designed, low cost, easy to transport, ergonomically correct, water transport backpack and storage device for the least developed countries of the world. The backpack includes a carrier bag and a food-safe liner configured to be disposed within the carrier bag. The carrier bag includes handles and straps to enable the user to carry the bag comfortably for long distances. The carrier bag and the food-safe liner also include wide-mouthed tops for filling the backpack with water and can be rolled down and secured with ties, in order to keep the backpack closed. The food-safe liner includes a spout for dispensing the water. The backpack also includes a flattened bottom for positioning the backpack on a flat surface for storage. The components of the water backpack can be provided as a kit for local manufacture to provide jobs.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: GRIEF FLEXIBLES TRADING HOLDING B.V.Inventor: David Fischer
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Patent number: 9295319Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to load carrier systems and associated manufacturing methods. In one embodiment, a load carrier system can include a unitary piece of material. The unitary piece of material can include a body portion comprising a first face side, an opposing face side, a first peripheral edge and an opposing second peripheral edge; and one or more straps comprising a respective extended end, wherein the straps are an integral part of the body portion; wherein the one or more straps are folded over onto the first face side adjacent to the first peripheral edge; and wherein at least one respective end of the one or more straps is fastened to the opposing second peripheral edge.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: BLUE FORCE GEAR, INC.Inventors: Stephen G. Hilliard, Ashley A. Burnsed, Jr.
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Patent number: 9295320Abstract: A collapsible beverage container support apparatus including a back panel, a base pivotally connected to the back panel, a clip mechanism for securing the support apparatus to a user's belt or other clothing item, a beverage support bracket for engaging the side walls of a beverage container, and a support arrangement for transferring a portion of the weight of the beverage container away from the base panel.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Robert C. McManus
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Patent number: 9295321Abstract: The foldable bearing structure includes a set of coplanar wheels and a folding device including a set of lower arms; at least a rear upper arm; an antiparallelogram deformable in a vertical plane, the antiparallelogram including two crossed segments; at least a first sidebar located in the vertical plane; the antiparallelogram deformed by folding between a first position corresponding to an unfolded of the structure and a second position corresponding to a folded position, the transition from the first position to the second position reducing the wheelbase of the structure.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Patrick Herbault
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Patent number: 9295322Abstract: A foldable bearing structure includes a set of coplanar wheels and a folding device including a set of lower arms; at least a rear upper arm; an antiparallelogram deformable in a vertical plane, the antiparallelogram including two crossed segments; at least a first sidebar located in the vertical plane; the antiparallelogram deformed by folding between a first position, corresponding to an unfolded of the structure and a second position corresponding to a folded position, the transition from the first position to the second position reducing the wheelbase of the structure.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Patrick Herbault
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Patent number: 9295323Abstract: A convertible art table configured to be hung as wall art and to convert to an art topped table comprises a frame having one or more members defining an inner volume. One or more pieces of artwork are located within the inner volume. One or more legs are rotatably coupled to the frame. The legs are selectively rotatable from a collapsed position to a deployed position. In the collapsed position, the legs are flush with the frame such that the frame can be hung on a wall. In the deployed position, the legs support the frame such that the artwork defines a longitudinal surface useable as a table or desk.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Mark Watts
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Patent number: 9295324Abstract: A turntable assembled from a plurality of flat sheet metal parts where the sheet metal parts include a series of voids and/or protrusions. The protrusions insert into the voids so that some flat sheet parts are disposed in a vertical orientation and some in a horizontal orientation, the vertical parts substantially perpendicular to the horizontal parts. The flat sheet parts are welded together to create a support structure with the voids and protrusions interacting to align the flat sheet parts within required manufacturing tolerances. One of the horizontally disposed parts has holes therein for attaching the support structure to a hub to create a rotating turntable.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: THE MACTON CORPORATIONInventors: Ryan W. Knapp, Peter McGonagle, Timothy Gonsowski
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Patent number: 9295325Abstract: A workstation table having a first panel, a second panel, a support member, and a first deforming mechanism is disclosed. The first deforming mechanism is coupled to the first panel and the support member, and includes a first deformable member. The first panel has a first top surface and a first outer edge, and the second panel has a second top surface and a second outer edge. When a force is applied to a first outer edge, the first deforming mechanism causes deformation of the first permanently deformable member, and causes the first panel to move from a first configuration to a second configuration. In the first configuration, the first top surface and the second top surface occupy substantially parallel planes, and in the second configuration the first top surface and the second top surface do not occupy substantially parallel planes.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Kustom Seating Unlimited, Inc.Inventors: William John Luebke, Yates Allen Sikes, Jon Lane
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Patent number: 9295326Abstract: A storage and display rack for various guitar types that also allows a user to easily add and remove said guitars. The rack includes a backboard, a first cleat, a second cleat, a wall mounting mechanism, an elongated gap, a locking mechanism, and a stop. The backboard acts as the support structure and includes a front surface and a rear surface. The first cleat and the second cleat are adjacently connected to the front surface, parallel and offset from each other. The first cleat, the second cleat, and the front surface delineate an elongated gap that is designed to receive guitar hangers. The wall mounting mechanism is attached to the rear surface and fastens the backboard to a wall surface. The locking mechanism and the stop contain the guitar hangers within the elongated gap and are positioned within the elongated gap, opposite to each other along the elongated gap.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Jeff Sassman
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Patent number: 9295327Abstract: An improved drawer slide is provided. The drawer slide includes a plurality of retention tabs that allow the drawer slide to be repositionable among a plurality of positions in a furniture unit, generally without the use of tooling. The plurality of retention tabs includes upper and lower retention tabs. The upper retention tabs extend horizontally and upwardly. The lower retention tabs extend horizontally in vertical alignment with the upper retention tabs. The upper and lower retention tabs are shaped for insertion into respective upper and lower slots in a vertical panel. The end user can reposition the drawer slide into additional slots as desired, providing enhanced flexibility and customization over existing constructions.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Cory Erickson, Charlie Schalk, Jeremy Jackson
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Patent number: 9295328Abstract: A drive device for a movable furniture part includes a lockable ejection device for ejecting the movable furniture part out of a closed position into an open position. The ejection device can be unlocked by pushing the movable furniture part over into an pushed-over position located behind the closed position in the closing direction. A blocking element is provided, and the blocking element has a first position in which the movable furniture part can be stopped when reaching the closed position, so that the blocking element prevents a further movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction. The locking element also has a second position in which the path into the pushed-over position for the movable furniture part is enabled.Type: GrantFiled: July 14, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: JULIUS BLUM GMBHInventor: Harald Brunnmayr
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Patent number: 9295329Abstract: A drive device for a movable furniture part includes a latching element which is movable in a slotted guide track shaped as a cardioid. The slotted guide track has a closing section in which the latching element moves during the closing of the movable furniture part, a locking section with a latching trough, in which the latching element is held in the locking position, an opening section in which the latching element is movable during the opening of the movable furniture part, and a first connecting section via which the latching element is movable from the opening section into the closing section when the furniture part is open. A second connecting section, which is formed closer to the latching trough, is located between opening section and closing section.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: JULIUS BLUM GMBHInventors: Harald Brunnmayr, Florian Fischer
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Patent number: 9295330Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a novel drawer slider structure for sliding systems. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a drawer slider providing substantial material savings for its manufacturing, and providing a larger opening extension with respect to known drawer sliders. In an embodiment, the drawer slider includes a first fixed outer rail and at least one second inner rail mounted on the outer rail that can slide longitudinally along the outer rail. The outer rail includes a bumper provided on or near an edge of the outer rail taken across a longitudinal plane of the outer rail. The inner rail includes a stroke limiter along a longitudinal section of the inner rail that is configured to cooperate with the bumper.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: METALURGICA ALBRAS LTDA.Inventor: Nilson Kler Da Silva
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Patent number: 9295331Abstract: A storage device having a locking mechanism includes a housing having a frame assembly. A storage device is movably received in the housing. An actuator is connected to the frame assembly, the actuator operating to move a cam member. A latch is connected to the frame assembly and is moved by contact with the cam member from a latched position preventing access to the storage device in the housing to an unlatched position permitting access to the storage device. An unlock-all mechanism operates to move the latch to the unlatched position without operation of the actuator.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2011Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: InterMetro Industries CorporationInventor: Robert R. King
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Patent number: 9295332Abstract: Disclosed is a chair containing a flexible back support frame mechanism that includes an improved spring assembly designed to allow reclining movement of a back support frame relative to a seat assembly. The spring can assembly of the present invention is, preferably, carried by a rear cross support member thereby eliminating the need for cumbersome elongated springs and their attendant support members. Further, the spring can assembly of the present invention allows the compression member to be readily and easily changed, thus providing the ability to easily adjust the flex tension of the back support member.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Daniel Paul Chairs, LLCInventors: Peter W Barile, Michael E. Saylor
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Patent number: 9295333Abstract: A foldable leg rest has a seat, a folding frame and a drive mechanism. The folding frame is pivotally connected to the seat. The drive mechanism includes a first actuator and a second actuator. The first actuator has a front end and a rear end. The front end of the first actuator is pivotally connected to the folding frame. The second actuator has a front end and a rear end. The rear end of the second actuator is pivotally connected to the seat. The front end of the second actuator is secured to the rear end of the first actuator. The first actuator and the second actuator are actuated to pivot the folding frame to a horizontal plane in which the seat lies.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Wan-Yu Li
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Patent number: 9295334Abstract: An improved seating hinge includes a pin having a race member at a distal end and a shaft at a proximal end, and a bracket having a socket, wherein the pin is inserted into the bracket so that the race member is in contact with the socket, the shaft protrudes from the socket, and the pin is rotatable within the socket. The seating hinge further includes a telescoping connection that allows for varying seat widths and placements. Adjustment and/or alignment of the seat bottom can be performed without requiring support leg to be moved or replaced. The hinge can accommodate an auditorium having both straight sections of seating and curved sections of seating with varying degrees of curvature, where some support legs are mounted parallel and others non-parallel relative to each other. The hinge design can withstand weather and elements such as those present in many outdoor locations.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: SERIES INTERNATIONAL, LLCInventor: Alvaro Mauricio Olarte
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Patent number: 9295335Abstract: A convertible dual purpose device (10) has a frame (12) movable between an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration, supporting material (28) connected to the frame for supporting one or more objects, handles (14, 16, 18, 20) at a first end of the frame, and a wheel (26) at a second end of the frame. When the frame is in the expanded configuration, the device can be positioned in a first orientation whereby the supporting material is adapted to serve as a load support for a chair, or in a second orientation whereby the supporting material is adapted to serve as a load support for a wheel barrow. When the frame is in the collapsed configuration, the device can be stored in a carry bag (42).Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: James Patrick Cardona
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Patent number: 9295336Abstract: An airbed system is provided. The airbed system includes: an air mattress having at least one air mattress chamber; a boundary-layer pump connected to the at least one air mattress, configured to fill the at least one air mattress with gas; and a control unit, configured to receive user input corresponding to increasing or decreasing the pressure in the at least one air mattress chamber and to control the boundary-layer pump based on the received user input. The boundary-layer pump includes: a pressure recovery chamber housing including a pressure recovery chamber, a pump inlet, and a pump outlet; a plurality of disks within the pressure recovery chamber; and a motor attached to the plurality of disks, configured to rotate the plurality of disks so as to expel gas passing through the pump inlet radially outwards along the disks and out through the pump outlet.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: RAPID AIR LLCInventors: David Delory Driscoll, Jr., John Joseph Riley
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Patent number: 9295337Abstract: A portable mat that includes a pliable foam body having a rectangular shaped with a fabric cover. Said mat includes a plurality of fasteners disposed along each longitudinal side and tabs or other connectors that allow the first and second fasteners to be used for manually configuring the travel mat into a plurality of different individual configurations resulting in cushions, pillows, back rests at rests or lying down comfortable pillows for the user. Indicia in the form of numerals can be individually placed next to fasteners for guiding the user to establish the same previously formed configuration. The mat is lightweight for travel and can be rolled up and carried easily when traveling.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Guy Bavli
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Patent number: 9295338Abstract: An adjustable bed handheld remote control may include a handheld housing, a touch sensor on a front face of the handheld housing, a transmitter and the like. The touch sensor may be presented in a slider form and may be adapted to facilitate a user in adjusting a frame position of an adjustable bed. The transmitter may be electrically coupled to a processor and may receive input from the touch sensor, for communication control signals to the adjustable bed in accordance with the input received from the touch sensor.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Martin B. Rawls-Meehan
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Patent number: 9295339Abstract: Upholstery chair covers and methods for upholstering a chair using the same are disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the upholstery chair cover includes a piece of material sized and shaped to cover a body of a chair, and includes a back portion, a seat portion connected to the back portion, at least one flap connected to the seat portion with at least one fastener, wherein the at least one flap secures the piece of material to the body of the chair. In another embodiment, the piece of material includes at least one leg flap connected to the seat portion with at least one leg fastener, wherein the at least one leg fastener secures the at least one leg flap to at least one leg of the chair. The upholstery chair cover may include cushions. The upholstery chair cover gives the appearance of a new re-upholstered chair.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Catherine Edna Hampton
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Patent number: 9295340Abstract: The invention provides a cushioning system having an adjustable contoured surface, the system comprising a panel, a plurality of cells; and attachment means for detachably attaching one or more cells to the panel at any location on the panel and in any orientation relative to the panel to provide the contoured surface. The contoured surface is determined by the number, shape, size, position, and orientation of cells on the panel. Optionally, the cells can be attached to each other and stackable upon one another.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Roger Thomas Mascull and Elizabeth Jocelyn Mascull as Trustees of the RT and EJ Mascull Family TrustInventors: Rouand James Mortimer Scarlett, Roydon Mark Scarlett
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Patent number: 9295341Abstract: A convertible bag with storage compartments, pockets, and bottle compartments for carrying diapers, bottles, childcare supplies, or other general items. The bag can convert into a sling for carrying a child. The storage compartments, pockets, and bottle compartments of the convertible bag can still be accessed by a user even when a child is being carried in the converted sling configuration.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2012Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Heather Sonnenberg
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Patent number: 9295342Abstract: A juvenile swing includes a foundation adapted to set on a floor, a swing, and a swing support coupled to the foundation and the swing. The swing is arranged to swing about a swing axis relative to the swing support.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.Inventors: Allan R Ferraro, Ward A Fritz, Brian C Sundberg
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Patent number: 9295343Abstract: Restraining and supporting a child in a chair using a combination vest and chair attachment is disclosed herein. The vest can include two straps, each of which can have two loops. One loop can be located under the arm hole of the vest and may include a second portion of a connector. The other loop may be removably attached to a pole on the back of a chair and can also include a first portion of the connector. The loops containing the first portions of the connectors can be removably attached to separate poles on either side of a back of a chair. The connectors allow the vest to be removably attached to the chair. In one embodiment, the two loops removably attached to the chair are formed by using a buckle.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Chavie Gratt
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Patent number: 9295344Abstract: A cutlery utensil dispenser has a housing that includes a first zone for holding a utensil to be dispensed, a second zone for receiving the utensil during dispensing, and a third zone for delivering the dispensed utensil to a user. The first, second and third zones are cooperatively configured and adapted to maintain, and present to the user, one end of the utensil ahead of an opposing end of the utensil during a dispensing operation.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2011Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: DIXIE CONSUMER PRODUCTS LLCInventors: Christopher M. Reinsel, Brian M. Durant, Michael R. Kilgore, Matthew K. F. Williquette
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Patent number: 9295345Abstract: The present invention includes various types of open-air display cases for displaying, storing, and/or vending food, beverages, or other products having a movable barrier that can be automatically positioned over an open front or side of such a unit to prevent access to the products therein when temperatures or other conditions reach unacceptable levels, and methods of using such units. Embodiments of such units may include a temperature-controlled compartment having an open front or side for displaying items, an automatic barrier system that includes a barrier for covering the open portion, a motor engaged with the barrier for closing or opening the barrier, at least one sensor for measuring at least one internal condition (e.g.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: SANDEN VENDO AMERICA, INC.Inventor: Robert Scott Winters
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Patent number: 9295346Abstract: A method of displaying merchandise creates a more user friendly display that facilitates quicker and easier shopping for a consumer. The display includes an information communication hierarchy that conveys various levels of information to consumers. The hierarchy includes branding information, product category information, product category information in an alternate orientation, indexing information and product specific information. The levels provide navigational directions to the consumer to direct them to a small subset of merchandise being displayed that would meet the consumer's needs.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2008Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: HALLMARK CARDS, INCORPORATEDInventors: Shawn P. Bates, Darren B. Abbott, Rebecca Tegtmeyer
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Patent number: 9295347Abstract: A hinge clip comprises a mounting member hingedly connected to a support surface. A contact member is pivotally coupled to the support member and biased towards a closed position. An object can be retained between the support member and the contact member. The hinge clip allows album covers or other artworks to be used as doors of openings, or to be displayed on walls.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Geoffrey D. C. Mackay
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Patent number: 9295348Abstract: A portable cushion tray includes a cushion coupled to a tray. The tray has a first maximum perimeter. The cushion has a second maximum perimeter. The first maximum perimeter is one of the same as the second maximum perimeter and disposed inside of the second maximum perimeter. The portable cushion tray is used as a furniture accessory and selectively provides each of a pillow and a working surface for use with furniture.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Dan R. Johnson
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Patent number: 9295349Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of a vessel-lid combination includes a ceramic or glass vessel having an open top surrounded by a peripheral edge, a lid fabricated of a plastic material, and a seal structure. The lid is configured to attach to the open top by means of a latch or set of latches integrated with the lid, and the seal structure is configured to provide an air-tight seal between the lid and the peripheral edge of the vessel when the lid is attached to the vessel.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Snapware CorporationInventor: Justin Smyers
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Patent number: 9295350Abstract: A lid of a beverage container includes a base portion, a spout framework extending from the base portion, a valve positioned at the end of the spout framework, and a soft spout overmold that leaves the valve exposed. The soft spout overmold is sealingly engaged with the base portion and spout framework to prevent leaking of the contents of a beverage container which may be coupled to the lid. The valve is in fluid communication with the contents of a beverage container which may be coupled to the lid. The valve may contain a slit and when deformed, the slit transforms into an opening to allow contents of an attached beverage container to flow out of the beverage container.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Mattel, Inc.Inventors: Charlie Smith, David Shapiro, Domenic T. Gubitosi
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Patent number: 9295351Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure include a bendable clothes hanger for hanging clothing. The bendable clothes hanger may have a silicone hanger body, and a substantially flat hook attached to the silicone hanger body. In some embodiments, the hook may have a curved portion and a plate extending from a bottom portion of the curved portion, wherein the plate is positioned within an interior of the silicone hanger body and the curved portion of the hook extends out of the interior of the silicone hanger body through a slot. The silicone hanger body may be configured to bend to be placed within an article of clothing.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Alyssa Nicole Schaffer
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Patent number: 9295352Abstract: Examples described herein relate to a gloving machine for applying gloves to the hands of a person. The gloving machine may include an actuator mounted onto the frame of said gloving machine and operable to generate a movement and a drive assembly coupled to the actuator for advancing a package of gloves having opposing layers from a storage area to a gloving position accessible to the hands of the person to be gloved. The drive assembly may include a first roller positioned adjacent a second roller. The first roller may be configured to rotate in a first direction and the second roller may be configured to rotate in a second direction different from the first direction. The first roller may be attached to one of the opposing layers of the package of gloves by one or more fasteners and the second roller may be attached to the other of the opposing layers of the package of gloves.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2010Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Llewellyn Angelo Williams
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Patent number: 9295353Abstract: The invention relates to an aid for pulling elastic stockings on and off. The aid comprises a flexible, tube-like peripheral body of a smooth material with an insertion end for a foot. The peripheral body is provided with a lining of a smooth material which is attached to the peripheral body at the position of the insertion end and can otherwise be moved freely relative to the peripheral body from an inward folded position, in which the lining is situated in the peripheral body, to an outward folded position in which the lining is situated outside the peripheral body. The peripheral body further comprises tensioning means with which the aid can be secured at least temporarily round a leg. This makes the aid suitable for both pulling on and pulling off elastic stockings.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2010Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: ARION HOLDING B.V.Inventor: Erik Theodorus Johannus Joosten
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Patent number: 9295354Abstract: A device for cooking food such as rice is configured to perform a cooking process which is performed by heating the food under the influence of boiling water during a period of time. The device includes a controller for controlling an operation of the device. The controller is configured o operate components of the device in such a way that a total quantity of water to be used in the cooking process is gradually supplied to the food. The supply of a major portion of the total quantity of the water is performed when the cooking process is already taking place. In one embodiment, the cooking process is initiated by evaporating a relatively small portion of the total quantity of the water to steam, supplying this steam to the food, and allowing this steam to condense on the food.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2008Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.Inventors: Eric Mark Sloot, Fred Fraij, Klaas Kooijker
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Patent number: 9295355Abstract: A cooking appliance, including: a cavity forming a cooking space of foods; a steam generator to generate steam for cooking the foods; a cooking container placed on a support part formed in the cavity, and having a cooking chamber to cook the foods and a steam hole to supply the steam generated from the steam generator; and a container cover to cover the cooking container.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.Inventors: Dongseong Kwag, Yangkyeong Kim
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Patent number: 9295356Abstract: An automatic tea maker comprises a water tank (1), a heater (6), a pot for tea-leaf storage (5), a tea-leaf transmitting mechanism and a tea making mechanism. The water tank (1) is connected to the heater (6). The tea making mechanism comprises a tea making room (15) and a tea outlet pipe (16). The pot for tea-leaf storage (5) is connected to the tea making room (15) of the tea making mechanism through the tea-leaf transmitting mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2010Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Zhaoqing Finehere Electric, Ltd.Inventor: Zhihang Li
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Patent number: 9295357Abstract: Method and apparatus for forming both carafe quantities and smaller (e.g., cup) quantities of a beverage using a cartridge-based beverage machine. A beverage forming machine accommodates cartridges having different sizes and/or shapes, including different rim sizes/shapes. The outlet used for receiving a beverage from a standard cartridge differs from the outlet used for receiving the beverage from a carafe cartridge inserted in a same cartridge holder. Beverage may exit the cartridge in an upward direction in some embodiments.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Keurig Green Mountain, Inc.Inventors: Ian Tinkler, James E. Shepard, Geoffrey Y. Smith, Peter Thomas Launie, Jr., Jonathan Alexander Brodie, Stuart Jay Foster, Stoyan Plamenov Hristov, Jianming Huang
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Patent number: 9295358Abstract: Devices and methods for infusing liquids and/or brewing beverages are described. The present invention relates to an apparatus for brewing beverages comprising a vessel, said vessel comprising a sealable chamber for holding a brewing material and a liquid, and a filter assembly connected to the sealable chamber; a liquid supply and conduit for introducing at least a portion of said liquid supply into said sealable chamber; and a vacuum source and conduit for reducing pressure in said sealable chamber.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2013Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Bkon LLCInventors: Dean J. Vastardis, Lou Vastardis
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Patent number: 9295359Abstract: The coffee machine (100) is used to prepare a brewed coffee beverage and to dispense the brewed coffee beverage through at least one coffee outlet (47) and has a brewing device (10), which comprises a brewing unit (30) having a brewing chamber (36) for accommodating a predefined amount of coffee, a brewing-water supply line (31), which is connected to the brewing unit (30) and which opens into the brewing chamber (36) and which feeds the brewing water into the brewing chamber (36), and a device (20, 23) for introducing the brewing water into the brewing chamber (36).Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2011Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Jura Elektroapparate AGInventor: Philipp Büttiker
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Patent number: 9295360Abstract: Shown are devices and methods for brewing and steeping tea. The devices and methods for brewing and steeping tea utilize steam, heated liquid, agitation, and recirculation.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2015Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: Cornelius, Inc.Inventors: Ashok Kumara Dyavarasegowda, Servesh Adderi Ranganath, Ramaraju Suraparaju Pattabi, Nishant Kulkarni, Jeff Garascia, Fernando Sanchez