Patents Issued in January 2, 2018
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Patent number: 9854865Abstract: Protective headgear comprising one or more plates and one or more connectors, such as an adjustable strap, connecting the plates to each other and to a user's head. Each plate comprises an inner layer, a trauma plate, and an outer layer, where the trauma plate is located between the inner layer and the outer layer. The inner layer and the outer layer may be foam, while the trauma plate may be a rigid material. The one or more plates may comprise a front plate shaped to conform to the user's forehead; a back plate shaped to conform to the back of the user's head; a right plate shaped to conform to the right side of the user's head, covering the user's right ear; a left plate shaped to conform to the left side of the user's head, covering the user's left ear; and/or a top plate shaped to conform to the top of the user's head.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2013Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Century, LLCInventors: Tibor Siklosi, Shaw Furukawa, Jeffrey Woodson
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Patent number: 9854866Abstract: A protective helmet including a shell on which are moveably mounted a shield and a chin guard, the chin guard being moveable between a closed position and an open position and having two lateral branches each provided with a guide in which is meshed a guiding finger fixed on the shell, and the shield being moveable between a lowered position and a lifted position and having two lateral arms articulated on the shell, the helmet having an automatic lifting mechanism of the shield configured to lift the shield from the lowered position during the closing movement of the chin guard and including at least a cam-follower system including: a rotary cam secured to a guiding finger pivotally mounted on the shell and connected in rotation to the corresponding lateral branch of the chin guard by cooperation of form with the guide, and a follower element secured to a lateral arm of the shield, wherein the cam and the follower element are at least in partial contact along a given cam surface.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: SHARKInventors: Philippe Berthier, Jean Francois Maillard, Moise Arribard
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Patent number: 9854867Abstract: A shoe according to the invention comprises an upper assembly comprising an upper portion (10) having an outer material (11) for surrounding a foot and a lower portion (20) having at least a breathable layer (21). The shoe also comprises a sole comprising a ventilating container element (113) having a bottom part (103) and a side wall (102) surrounding said bottom part (103) so as to form an inner space of the ventilating container element (113), the ventilating container element being arranged below and attached to the upper assembly, and a filler structure or material (61; 62; 63; 64; 65; 112) allowing for air flow through it placed in the inner space of the ventilating container element (113).Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignees: W. L. Gore & Associates GmbH, W. L. Gore & Associates Scandinavia AB, ECCO Sko A/SInventors: Christian Bier, Stane Nabernik, Thorger Hübner, Tore Strömfors, Frank Jensen, Jakob Møller Hansen
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Patent number: 9854868Abstract: An article of footwear is disclosed below as having an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper. The sole structure includes a perimeter chamber, a central chamber, and an outsole. The perimeter chamber extends adjacent to at least a portion of a lateral sidewall and a medial sidewall of the sole structure. The central chamber is positioned within a central area of the sole structure, the central area being located between the lateral sidewall and the medial sidewall. The outsole defines at least a portion of a lower surface of the sole structure, and has a perimeter section secured below the perimeter chamber and a central section secured below the central chamber. Various features may be incorporated into the sole structure. For example, the perimeter chamber may be spaced from the central chamber and the perimeter section may be spaced from the central section to define a gap extending upward and into the sole structure from the lower surface.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, Inc.Inventor: Lee D. Peyton
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Patent number: 9854869Abstract: An article of footwear with a midsole has an auxetic bladder member formed from inflated components surrounding star-shaped apertures. The inflated components form one or more auxetic bladders, and may have a triangular geometry. The inflated components are fluidly connected to adjoining components. Adjoining inflated components are hingedly connected, so that they can rotate with respect to each other in the plane of the midsole.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, Inc.Inventor: Matthew D. Nordstrom
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Patent number: 9854870Abstract: A method of manufacturing an article includes disposing polymeric material in a mold assembly that has a mold surface that has an etched area. The method further comprises forming a fluid-filled bladder element at least partially by conforming the polymeric material to the mold surface, thereby imparting an impression of the etched area on a surface of the bladder element. The method includes assembling the bladder element in the article so that a first portion of the bladder element with the impression of the etched area is exposed to view, and a second portion of the bladder element is blocked from view by the article. An article comprises the bladder element with the etched area.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, Inc.Inventors: Taryn Hensley, Dervin A. James
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Patent number: 9854871Abstract: Sole structures for articles of footwear include herringbone type contact surface portions wherein at least two of the herringbone contact surface portions include herringbone traction element components that are oriented in different directions and/or two herringbone contact surface portions separated from one another by an arch area of the sole.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, Inc.Inventor: Justin R. Taylor
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Patent number: 9854872Abstract: A novel tracking system is disclosed. In one embodiment, a long-range tracking device is incorporated into a removable footwear insole and a short-range tracking device is incorporated into another removable footwear insole. The long-range tracking device includes a location determining device, a wireless communication device, and a power source. In a more particular embodiment, the location determining device is a GPS receiver, and the communication device is a cellular modem.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: GTX CORPInventors: Patrick E. Bertagna, Andrew Hamish Duncan, Li Wang, Adam Solis
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Patent number: 9854873Abstract: Lacing systems are disclosed for use with footwear or other articles. The lacing system can include flexible webbing lace guides. A lace guide can include a first lace guide element and a second lace guide element. The lace can pass through the first and second lace guides consecutively on the first side of the article before crossing to the opposing side of the article. The first and second lace guide elements can be angled towards each other to reduce the occurrence of sharp turns in the lace path through the lace guide elements. The lace guide can have a central portion that is less flexible than the end portions so as to reduce the occurrence of sharp turns in the lace path through the lace guide when tension is applied to the lace.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Boa Technology Inc.Inventors: Mark Kerns, Mark Soderberg, Adam Auell, Gary Hammerslag
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Patent number: 9854874Abstract: An adjustable device with a hook structure is provided, including: two plate bodies, for being oppositely disposed on an article, at least one said plate body integrally formed with at least one hook structure protrusively on a surface thereof, the hook structure formed with a receiving slot and including an engaging portion, the engaging portion including a free end, the free end and the surface of the plate body formed with a passage therebetween, the passage communicated with the receiving slot, a width of the passage smaller than a width of the receiving slot; a connecting portion, connected between the two plate bodies, at least a part of the connecting portion received in the receiving slot, the connecting portion for being selectively operated to link the two plate bodies.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Meng-Chun Wang
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Patent number: 9854875Abstract: Articles of footwear, including athletic footwear, may include: (a) an upper including an opening through which a leg of a wearer extends, wherein the upper includes a foot insertion opening extending rearwardly and downwardly from a front portion of the leg opening at least to a heel area of the upper; (b) a closure system for releasably closing the foot insertion opening and optionally tightening the shoe on the foot; and (c) a sole structure engaged with the upper. The foot insertion opening widely opens the side and/or rear area of the shoe to allow for easy insertion and removal of a foot. Such uppers can be particularly useful for hightop athletic footwear, boots, or other footwear that extends up to or at least partially over a wearer's ankles.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, Inc.Inventors: Tobie D. Hatfield, Michael R. Friton
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Patent number: 9854876Abstract: A traction cleat attachment system for footwear that engages with a single click. The system comprises a cleat and a receptacle. The cleat includes a central stud with screw threads spaced about the outside surface of the stud. The receptacle includes a threaded annulus on a base for receiving the central stud of the cleat. The cleat also includes a collar coaxially surrounding the central stud with splines projecting from the interior collar surface. The threaded receptacle annulus is surrounded by two sets of alternating teeth projecting from the outside surface of the annulus. One of the set of alternating teeth have an upper surface at an angle with the base. Thus, the user obtains positive feedback that the cleat and socket have mated correctly.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Armand J. Savoie
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Patent number: 9854877Abstract: A graphic transfer assembly is disclosed. The graphic transfer assembly includes an inflatable member that is capable of expanding to fill the interior of an article of footwear. The graphic transfer assembly can include a fluid pump for filling the inflatable member.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, Inc.Inventors: Elizabeth Langvin, Zvi Rapaport
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Patent number: 9854878Abstract: The invention relates to an adjuster device (1) for adjusting the length and fastening of a web type strap (12), and in particular to an adjuster device (1) intended to be used together with a child restraint harness as part of a child vehicle seat. The adjuster device according to the invention allows, when the adjuster is in the open, release position, the strap to be easily pulled and freely move through the adjuster in both directions whereas the strap, when the adjuster is in the closed, fastening position, is securely fastened (without any risk for slippage) while still allowing the strap to be easily tightened by pulling the strap in one direction only. The present device does not cause wear and tear of the web, prevents slippage and is easy to use.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2013Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Holmbergs Childsafety Holding ABInventor: Terence Tang Shun Kit
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Patent number: 9854879Abstract: This invention is directed toward a flat, washer-like key ring. In some embodiments, the key ring is substantially circular. It is distinct from prior art in that the key ring largely, or entirely, resides in a single plane, as opposed to being concentric circles overlapped one on top of the other. The key ring has a split line running through a portion of its body. The split line creates inner and outer segments along a portion of the plane of the body. The split line can be non-linear, in that it may not be a straight line. As such, the split line has protrusions and slots running along its length. These protrusions and slots interact mechanically to allow the key ring to remain securely closed, and endure greater radial forces, by coupling the inner and outer segments together. The inner and outer segments are also releasably attached so as to facilitate the addition or removal of a key.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Caffeinate Labs, Inc.Inventor: Nathan Gregg Barr
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Patent number: 9854880Abstract: [Problem] To provide a slide fastener chain and a slide fastener, which have a small curvature radius and which have flexibility enabling the slide fastener chain and the slide fastener to be smoothly bent. [Solution] A slide fastener chain (1) comprises: a pair of fastener tapes (2); and elements (3) affixed to the facing edges (21) of the fastener tapes (2) at a predetermined pitch. The slide fastener chain (1) is characterized in that: the elements (3) each have bases (31a, 32a) affixed to a fastener tape (2) and each have heads (31c, 32c) protruding from the bases (31a, 32a) and engaging with facing elements (3); and the thickness (t) and pitch (p) of the elements (3) satisfy the following expressions (1) and (2).Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2013Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: YKK CorporationInventors: Yoshinori Kojima, Hayuru Tanaka, Isamu Michihata, Yui Miyawaki
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Patent number: 9854881Abstract: An apparatus which facilitates an interchangeable look of an item of jewelry by a new process to be able to vary and/or change the complete outlook of a jewelry product; for example by changing the head of a shank to form a new jewelry ring every time the head changes with the help of the innovative mechanism of the present invention. The invention is comprised of a combination of an innovative process, composition of matter and combination device giving infinite options to change an appearance of an item jewelry.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Jewelex New York, Ltd.Inventor: Mahesh Sahdev Salaskar
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Patent number: 9854882Abstract: A device that can be configured as a walking aid, such as one or more canes, or as a chair for sitting. In the walking aid configuration, the device may include two canes. Each cane may have a main leg and a secondary leg that may be rotated parallel to the main leg to form a cane, or rotated away from the main leg to form one half of a chair support. One of the canes may include a seat crossbar that folds out and extends between the two chair supports formed from the two canes. Handles may be attached or integrated into the main legs. Because the chair configuration may be formed from only five linear members (two main legs, two secondary legs, and the seat crossbar), the canes may be compact and lightweight when folded up into the walking aid configuration.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2017Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Maria Peck
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Patent number: 9854883Abstract: In various embodiments, a carry (or carrying) bag is provided that includes an interior, substantially cut-resistant security panel assembly with a matrix of wires secured between or on one or more flexible material layers. Also in various embodiments, the security panel assembly may be positioned intermediate the bag outside wall and a lining of the bag, and in other embodiments, may also take the form of an expansion panel. Second or secondary locking fasteners are also provided to lock first or primary fasteners to or within the carrying bag, to provide security for compartments and pockets. A strap with one or more security cables, and various locking fasteners, may be attached to the carry bag. Methods for forming such security panel assemblies, expansion panels, and carrying straps are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Travel Caddy, Inc.Inventors: Donald E. Godshaw, Du Hai, Bryce Ryan Hickman, Slobodan S. Zivanovic
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Patent number: 9854884Abstract: The present invention relates to a luggage, having an integrated structure. The luggage includes a one-piece shell, which is constructed from a single molding to form a continuous structure and has at least a top wall and two opposing side walls. The top wall has two sloping curved corners which are sloped and curved toward the cover of the luggage and the respectively abutting side wall. The present also invention provides a method of manufacturing the luggage. The method includes the steps of assembling a family mold to form a mold cavity, injecting mold material into the mold cavity to make the one-piece shell for the luggage, and removing the family mold. The family mold includes an inner mold tool and an outer mold tool, and the step of removing the family mold includes the steps of removing the outer mold tool first, and then, removing the inner mold tool.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Scott Oh
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Patent number: 9854885Abstract: In order to provide a roof box system (100) for a motor vehicle (11) which is easy to handle and which can be used in many different ways and which features an aerodynamically advantageous shape, it is proposed that the roof box system (100) shall include a roof (10) of a motor vehicle (11) which includes at least one ceiling element (13) which is installed on at least one roof base element (12) and an insertion element (18) with at least one outer wall. Pursuant to the invention, the at least one ceiling element (13) can be moved from an initial state to a receiving state so that an interspace (15) suitable for receiving the insertion element (18) is formed, and, in the receiving state, the insertion element (18) can be arranged in the interspace (15) so that the at least one outer wall of the insertion element (18) forms an outer surface (26, 27) of the roof box system (100).Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: SEs Solutions GmbHInventor: Serle Espig
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Patent number: 9854886Abstract: Provided is an inflatable insulation box relating to the technical field of cold insulation equipment for cold chain transportation, comprising a box body and a box lid, wherein the box body has an opening and the box lid is configured to close the opening of the box body; the box body and the box lid include fabrics on outer layers and airbags on inner layers, respectively; an air valve is provided on the box body and/or the box lid to inflate or deflate the airbags; reflective fabrics may also be used on inner surfaces of the box body and the box lid to improve thermal insulation performance. This inflatable insulation box has good thermal insulation effect, and can be conveniently inflated and deflated and conveniently folded up, reducing occupied space.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Zhejiang Natural Travel Goods Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yonghui Xia, Jinglong Cao
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Patent number: 9854887Abstract: Provided is a rolling backpack that may be carried over a user's shoulder with shoulder straps and also be pulled with wheels. The rolling backpack includes a receiving pocket for receiving shoulder straps in a back of a main body, dual wheels coupled to both sides of a lower portion of the main body via shafts and each comprising a pair of wheels, the wheels being integrally coupled to each other to be rotated in the same direction or the wheels being independent from each other to be rotated in the same direction or in different directions, a wheel cover coupled to a lower portion of the back of the main body and spread downwards to cover the wheels, and a protector coupled to the lower portion of the main body in such a way as to extend from a front to a side thereof.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: OLYMPIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventor: Chris Yu
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Patent number: 9854888Abstract: Disclosed is a combination picture frame and jewelry box. The device includes a first section that is hingedly attached to a second section. In one embodiment, the first section and the second section may resemble a steamer trunk. The first and second section can be manipulated into an open position and a closed position. The first and second section can remain securely closed in a closed position via a locking mechanism, which includes a keyhole that is disposed in the first section. The first section further includes a picture frame, while the second section includes a mirror. Each of the first and second sections includes a defined interior volume that is compartmentalized to organize various jewelry items such as rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and the like. In this way, the present invention provides a jewelry box with multiple features to reduce clutter and to increase versatility.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Patrice Nicholson
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Patent number: 9854889Abstract: A bag having two or more compartments for organizing and stowing belongings therein, and the two or more compartments include openings or access points to provide access to storage spaces. The bag may be converted from an unfolded configuration to a folded configuration, such that the individual compartments fit together to form the unitary configuration of the bag. Each compartment includes at least one opening that provides access to the compartment's interior whether the bag is in a folded or a unitary configuration.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: NIKE, INC.Inventor: Justin Amago
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Patent number: 9854890Abstract: In various embodiments, a carry (or carrying) bag is provided that includes an interior, substantially cut-resistant security panel assembly with a matrix of wires secured between or on one or more flexible material layers. Also in various embodiments, the security panel assembly may be positioned intermediate the bag outside wall and a lining of the bag, and in other embodiments, may also take the form of an expansion panel. Second or secondary locking fasteners are also provided to lock first or primary fasteners to or within the carrying bag, to provide security for compartments and pockets. A strap with one or more security cables, and various locking fasteners, may be attached to the carry bag. Methods for forming such security panel assemblies, expansion panels, and carrying straps are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Travel Caddy, Inc.Inventors: Donald E. Godshaw, Du Hai, Bryce Ryan Hickman, Slobodan S. Zivanovic
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Patent number: 9854891Abstract: The invention relates to a hair styling aid (1), in particular for curling hair, and to a method of styling (curling) hair. The hair styling aid (1) comprises a guide (16) for receiving a length of hair to be styled, and a rotatable element (20). In use, the rotatable element (20) rotates relative to the guide (16), pushing a portion of the hair to one side and winding it around a protrusion (36). The hair styling aid has a housing (6) comprising a front chamber (8) and a rear chamber (10), and the rotatable element (20) is located between the front chamber and the rear chamber.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: TF3 LIMITEDInventor: Alfredo De Benedictis
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Patent number: 9854892Abstract: We describe a hair styling apparatus and method of heating a ceramic heater in a hair styling apparatus, the ceramic heater comprising a ceramic layer and a heating element thermally coupled to said ceramic layer, the method comprising: heating the ceramic layer in at least two successive phases, wherein in a first phase the ceramic layer is heated at a first rate of heating to a first temperature; pausing the heating of said ceramic layer at the first temperature; and wherein in a second phase the ceramic layer is heated at a second rate of heating from the first temperature to a second temperature.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2013Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: JEMELLA LIMITEDInventors: Timothy David Moore, Mark Andrew Gagiano
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Patent number: 9854893Abstract: This invention relates to a device, system and method for improving the performance and results of a hair dryer, and more particularly for increasing the efficiency and improving the time required to dry hair, in particular curly hair. The present invention results in hair with softer curls or waves that is easier to manage.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: HYRSAK, LLCInventor: Gina Robinson
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Patent number: 9854894Abstract: A scalp protector for the application of free-flowing hair treatment agents, in which according to the invention a comb-like first bundle of tines (1) protruding from a first web (3) having tines extending essentially parallel to one another is provided, wherein a cover element which adjustably constricts the free space between the tines is provided. The invention therefore represents a mechanical barrier, which is inserted into the hair at the point to be treated and remains there during the duration of the treatment. Since according to the invention a cover element, which adjustably constricts the free space between the teeth, is provided, the cover element can primarily be selected so that the free space is enlarged and easy insertion into the hair is possible. In the further proceedings, the cover element can be adjusted so that the free space is constricted and the scalp is completely covered down to the regions in which the individual hairs aligned in the free space between the tines pass through.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2013Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: GROOBA Trading GmbHInventor: Ronald Gruber
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Patent number: 9854895Abstract: A cosmetic applicator for applying a composition, the cosmetic applicator comprising a rod having a central longitudinal axis and a distal end of the rod is connected to an applicator head. The applicator head comprises a molded core and a plurality of tines projecting outwardly from the core. The core is elongated along a central longitudinal axis which does not coincide or intersect with the central longitudinal axis of the rod. The core further includes at least one longitudinal spline running along the central longitudinal axis of the core for entire length of the core, the at least one longitudinal spline is free of tines and wherein an end of the spline of the core contacts an outer edge of a transition portion of the applicator head.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: ZEN DESIGN SOLUTIONS LIMITEDInventors: Leo Clifford Pires, Roger Hwang, Rahul Bose, Iti Seth, Smita Srivastava, Rajesh Deswal
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Patent number: 9854896Abstract: A wrinkle reducing pad is used to reduce wrinkles by applying tension to skin on a portion of the user's body, such as the face. An adhesive layer on the back of the wrinkle reducing pad is adhered to the skin, extending from a first point on the user's cheek, to a second point of the user's neck. A tension strap that is attached to one end of the adhesive pad is pulled to exert tension that tightly stretches the user's skin toward the neck. The tension strap is then removeably secured to the outer surface of the adhesive pad while maintaining the tension for a desired period of time. Since the adhesive pad adheres to the skin on the neck between the two points, it prevents wrinkles from forming there as a result of the tension applied by the tension strap.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2017Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Matthew P. Veeder
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Patent number: 9854897Abstract: This invention provides a backpack with a compartment containing a plurality of pockets for carrying personal electronic devices, including a specific pocket for storing a rechargeable battery pack within a range of sizes, shapes and cable socket number/placement on the pack's housing. The battery pocket defines crossing bands of elastic that accommodates/secures various battery form factors. Power cable access to sockets on the pack is eased by the flexibility of the straps and their interstices. The main compartment includes pockets for other electronic items, such as a tablet computer, smartphone and/or music player. Pockets are constructed from a mesh that includes an elastomer coating for frictional retention of items. A cable pocket, including pass through openings is also provided to route and store gathered/wound sections of power cables from the battery pack located therebelow. Cables extend from the cable pocket to various electronic devices in adjacent pockets, or externally.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: The Gem Group, Inc.Inventors: John W. Pelkey, Jr., Richard C. Bellofatto, Jr.
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Patent number: 9854898Abstract: A suspension therapy apparatus features a hammock formed from a rectangular textile modified at its long edges with a first and second plurality of attachment loops. The hammock suspends from a support with suspension hardware that permits the hammock to swing back and forth and rotate 360 degrees. One or more safety straps weave through and removably attach to one or more loops among the pluralities of attachment loops on the textile according to specified patterns to accommodate patients who wish to sit or lay in the hammock and to prevent patients from falling or becoming entangled in the straps. Additional optional features include a pulley system that allows a therapist to raise and lower the hammock as needed, an integrated or removable seat, and anchor points for securing the hammock with ties to fixed points on the ground or frame.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Megan E Whitley
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Patent number: 9854899Abstract: A rotary mounting stand for removably holding a decoy, camera or there selected device upright on the ground. The stand includes an upright rod with a helical coil or flights forming an auger having a point at the lower distal end to be fixedly and removably screwed into the ground to support the stand in an upright position. The top end of the rod forming the stand shape cap configured, sized and shaped to correspond to the mounting base of a selected device to be supported on the stand. Just above the helical coil at least two outward extending legs extend normal to or perpendicular to the vertical rod forming a base when the auger portion is screwed into the ground. The distal end of each of the legs are bent or angled to extend upward perpendicular from the ground a selected distance forming handles for the purpose of rotating the auger into the ground. The auger is intended to be cranked until the at least two outward extending legs come to bear against the ground for increased lateral support.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Decoy Stake Solutions, LLCInventor: Kevin Brooks
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Patent number: 9854900Abstract: An inventive wearable utility carrying strap is provided for improved user access and experience with devices mounted thereon. The wearable utility carrying strap enables a user to configure an arrangement of devices that maintains the user's desired set of device orientations even during user movement. Embodiments of the strap have one or more spring loaded stud securements that hold a device in a user specified position. Embodiments of the strap used in the inventive utility carrying strap may be formed from natural or synthetic materials including but not limited to cotton, leather, suede, polypropylene, nylon, rubber, neoprene, plastic, etc. The strap may be fitted to a user limb by adjusting the strap slack with a buckle.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2014Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Christian Keene Donnelly
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Patent number: 9854901Abstract: The badge holder includes a strap member mounted to the back of the badge holder, which allows the badge holder to be securely worn on the hand, wrist or forearm for displaying the badge, while the wearer has full use of both hands.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Jo Won Seuk
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Patent number: 9854902Abstract: A skirt for a broom that has a handle, a head and bristles extending from the head with a connector on the head includes a fabric having properties selected to be attractive to dirt. The fabric has a size at least twice the area of one major face of the bristles of the broom and has connectors complementary to the connectors on the broom head, so the fabric may be wrapped over the bristles and fastened to the broom head by engagement of the fabric connectors with the connectors on the broom head. The connectors on the skirt are typically “loop-type” hook and loop fasteners, so they can engage “hook-type” hook and loop fasteners on the broom head.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2013Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Wishing You Well Products, Inc.Inventor: Theresa F. Remmey
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Patent number: 9854903Abstract: A table for concealing one or more power adapters, each power adapter having a power cord, includes a frame, at least one table top supported by the frame, a volume at least partially concealed by the table top, at least one power outlet disposed within the volume for receiving the one or more power adapters, and at least one cord organizing member operably associated with one or more power cords, each cord organizing member being disposed at least partially within the volume for organizing the one or more power cords.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Carl Brock Brandenberg
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Patent number: 9854904Abstract: A portable workstation assembly for coupling a computer desk to a table top includes a table unit that may be removably coupled to a horizontal support surface. Thus, the table unit may support an object. A tray unit is slidably coupled to the table unit and the tray unit may support an object. The tray unit is positionable between a stored position and a deployed position with respect to the table unit.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Lori Getz
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Patent number: 9854905Abstract: A sliding-pivoting mechanism of a shelf includes a first pivot arm and a second pivot arm. The pivot arms are attached to side walls of a body and arranged parallel to each other at a distance from each other. A guide rail is fastened to second ends of the pivot arms in such a way that the guide rail can be pivoted parallel to the plane of the side walls and that the guide rail can be pivoted from a lower position to a raised, upper position. The mechanism also includes at least one running rail, which can be moved linearly in the guide rail and to which the shelf is fastened. The sliding-pivoting mechanism includes a locking mechanism for preventing a pivoting motion of the sliding-pivoting mechanism in a raised and a lowered end position. The locking mechanism is arranged on the guide rail and on one of the pivot arms and can be actuated by means of an activator fastened to the running rail.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: PAUL HETTICH GMBH & Co. KGInventors: Mikel Azkue, Oscar Garcia, Eñaut Arriaga, Iker Lopetegi, Unai Laskibar
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Patent number: 9854906Abstract: A shelving structure may include at least four vertical posts, at least four annular spacers, and at least a shelf board, and the posts are configured to be mounted on the shelf board through the annular spacers. The shelf board has a frame and a panel, and a convex portion is formed at an inner edge of the frame. At least eight horizontal supporting boards are formed at four upper edges and four lower edges of the frame respectively. Each two adjacent supporting boards are not connected to each other, and each of four corners of the frame is bent to form a concave groove. Moreover, four arc boards are respectively assembled with the four concave grooves, and each of the arc boards has two wings configured to be welded with the convex portion of the frame to improve the structural strength of the shelving structure.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2017Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Chia-Nan Ke
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Patent number: 9854907Abstract: An assembly for holding a plurality of clothing articles includes a first mount that is configured to be fixedly attached to a support surface and at least one pivotable support that is pivotally attached to the first mount. Each pivotable support has a first face and an opposite second face. Each of the first and second faces is configured to receive and hold at least one hook element for holding one or more clothing articles along the respective first or second face.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Inventor: Theodore Best
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Patent number: 9854908Abstract: A mounting mechanism which can be mounted to holes with different shapes includes an installation member, a locating member, and a clamping member. The locating member includes a first locating pillar with one end fixed to the installation member and a second locating pillar fixed to an opposite end of the first locating pillar. A floating pillar is sheathed on the second locating pillar and one end of the floating pillar is elastically connected to the installation member. The clamping member is opposite to the locating member to form a clamping part together with the locating member. The floating pillar is moveable between a first position, where the floating pillar shields the second locating pillar and a second position where the floating pillar exposes the second locating pillar. A sliding rail is further disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignees: HONGFUJIN PRECISION ELECTRONICS (TIANJIN) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: Chen-Sheng Tang
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Patent number: 9854909Abstract: A bi-directional positioning sliding rail assembly includes a sliding rail set including an outer rail and an inner rail linearly slidably coupled together, an actuator mounted in the inner rail and providing a push member having opposing first push end and second push end, and a position-limiting mechanism mounted in the inner rail and including a first position-limiting member and a second position-limiting member that are pivotally connected to the inner rail and respectively disposed adjacent to the first push end and second push end of the push member and alternatively biasable relative to the inner rail by the actuator. Thus, the bi-directional positioning sliding rail assembly has the advantages of simple structure and ease of fabrication and use.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Nan Juen International Co., Ltd.Inventor: I-Hsiang Chiu
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Patent number: 9854910Abstract: An adjustable wall cupboard holder group (10) for anchoring a cupboard (11) to the wall having a hook (15) situated at the free end of a hooking element (14) extending externally from the wall cupboard holder group. A regulation mechanism of the positions in depth and height of the hook (15) is associated with the hooking element (14). The wall cupboard holder group includes a central section or portion (16) containing the hooking element (14) and mechanism, and two side sections or flanges (18, 18?), at least one element (20, 20?) resistant to shear forces, protruding from at least one of said sections, where at least the other section includes at least one fixing device (19, 19?).Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2009Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: LEONARDO S.R.L.Inventor: Carlo Cattaneo
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Patent number: 9854911Abstract: A slide rail bracket assembly includes a slide rail bracket including a bracket body and a positioning member affixed to one side of the bracket body, and a fastening device including a hook member that includes two hook bases affixed to an opposite side of the bracket body, two spring arms respectively extended from the hook bases, and a hooking portion connected between the spring arm, and a release member that includes two actuation portions respectively pivotally connected to the spring arms of the hook member, two bearing portions respectively extended from respective one ends of the actuation portions and two pull-off portions respectively extended from respective opposite ends of the actuation portions. Operating the release member to bias the actuation portions relative to the hook member can force the bearing portions into abutment against the bracket body and move the spring arms in direction away from the bracket body.Type: GrantFiled: December 25, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: Nan Juen International Co., Ltd.Inventor: Fu-Tien Chang
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Patent number: 9854912Abstract: The reclining chair 100 according to the invention comprises an anchoring structure 200 having, mounted thereon, a support structure or frame 300A which forms a support of a seat 300B connected at the front to a leg rest 600, the frame 300A being connected laterally to two arm rests 500 and at the rear to a backrest 400. The backrest and frame are connected together by means of frame pins 316; the backrest and seat 300B are connected together by means of lever systems 410, 410a connected at one end to seats 407 provided on the framework 401 of the backrest 400 and at the other end to pins arranged in seats 323 on the seat side support structures 311 of the seat 300B; the frame 300A and seat 300B are connected together by means of frame pins 306 and 318 which slide inside corresponding recesses 320 and 321 formed in the seat side support structures 311 of the seat 300B.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2011Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: IACOBUCCI HF ELECTRONICS S.P.A.Inventor: Lucio Iacobucci
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Patent number: 9854913Abstract: A leg unit an outer tube with a fixing rod having several rod sections, each has two interconnected curved and straight sides, two curved sides along an axis defining a fixing channel; an inner tube inserted into the outer tube; and a carrier seat fixed to the inner tube, and a limiting seat seated within the carrier set such that the carrier and limiting seats can rotate together, the carrier seat has an axial hole, two stems extending transversely through the hole to restrict one rod section therebetween, the limit seat has a slide hole complementing with and permitting extension of the fixing rod; the inner tube is rotatable relative to the outer tube between an unlocked position, where movement between the inner and outer tubes is permitted and a locked position, where the stems are confined within the channels, thereby preventing movement between the inner and outer tubes.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2017Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: ANN YANG INC.Inventor: Hsin-Yi Lin
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Patent number: 9854914Abstract: A folding chair enables a user to easily change directions in a sitting state. The user's posture can be supported to prevent sagging in response to the weight of the sitting user. The folding chair includes a lower block having a first stopper connected with an end of each of the legs of the chair. The first stopper parts limit the other ends of the legs from rotating in the lower central direction. An upper block has a second stopper that horizontally rotates based on an axial connection to the lower block and is connected to an end of each of a plurality of support parts. The second stoppers limit the other ends of the support parts from rotating in the lower central direction. A seat connects the other ends of the support parts. The legs and the support parts can be folded or unfolded in the same directions.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: ING LEISURE CO., LTD.Inventor: Ji Soo Yoo