Patents Issued in December 13, 2018
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Publication number: 20180352914Abstract: The invention relates to a clasp for a bracelet or wristband comprising first and second blades, the first blade being articulated to the second blade by a first end, between a closed position, in which the second blade is folded onto the first blade, and an open position, in which the second blade is released from the first blade, the first blade being articulated at a second end to a member for attaching a first wristband portion, According to the invention, the clasp comprises adjustment means arranged to adjust the position of the second blade with respect to the first blade in an open position, the adjustment means including a groove machined in the second blade, an arbor integral with the first blade and passing through the groove, the arbor receiving a pusher for releasing and/or locking it in order to move the second blade.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: Omega SAInventors: Eric VUILLEME, Yohann FERRAROLI
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Publication number: 20180352915Abstract: Provided are a clasp that simplifies assembly and reduces the parts count, and a timepiece having the clasp. A first pushbutton has a first button catch to engage a lock pin, and a second pushbutton has a second button catch to engage the lock pin. The first and second button catches move closer together in a second direction when the first and second pushbuttons move in the urging direction of a first spring. The opposing faces of the first and second button catches opposite each other in the second direction are flat surfaces perpendicular to the second direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Yuki YAMASHITA, Tomonori MOMOSE
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Publication number: 20180352916Abstract: The ornamental ring for fingers comprises: one crown element to be fitted around a finger of a user and having an inner hollow space; and adjusting means of the inner diameter of the crown element comprising at least two adjusting elements movable between an enclosed configuration wherein the inner diameter is minimum and an enlarged configuration wherein the inner diameter is maximum; in which the adjusting means comprise an elastic element of annular shape inserted into the inner space and interposed between the crown element and the adjusting elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Andres Mauricio Zuluaga Escobar
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Publication number: 20180352917Abstract: An ornament clasp and an ornament that can be easily attached and detached. The ornament clasp includes a holder (10) on a fixed side having a holding portion (20) where a personal ornament main body (2) is held via an opening (21), a closing member (12) on a movable side rotatably attached to the holder via a pivotal attaching portion (28) and locking form inside the opening to cause a closed state, a soft member attached to the closing member at least on a side of gripping the personal ornament main body, and a spring (13) attached in a repulsive state between the holder and the closing member and pressing the closing member in a direction of closing the opening. A grip space S where the personal ornament main body is gripped in a repulsive direction of the spring is provided between the soft member and the holding portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Yasuhiro IGUCHI
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Publication number: 20180352918Abstract: A jewelry piece having two pieces connected to each other with a spring bar mechanism which allow the pieces to fold away or drop from the other piece further allowing the pieces to swivel and allow for lateral movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Ron Rizzo
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Publication number: 20180352919Abstract: A jewelry charm includes a pair of identical main body sections, each having an inside facing surface, an outside facing surface, a centrally located cylindrical protrusion that is positioned along the inside facing surfaces, a centrally located cylindrical indentation that is positioned along the inside facing surfaces, an elongated indentation that encircles the cylindrical indentation and protrusion, a bonding agent that is positioned between the pair of main body sections, and a connector having a proximal end that is secured between the pair of main body sections and a distal end that is positioned away from the pair of main body sections.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Daniel Cucchiara, Burnice LeAnn Cucchiara
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Publication number: 20180352920Abstract: An umbrella includes a base assembly, an umbrella support assembly connected to the base assembly, a processor, one or more memory devices, a motor assembly to rotate the umbrella support assembly about a vertical axis, the motor assembly comprising a controller and a motor and computer-readable instructions executable by the processor to communicate signals, commands or instructions to the controller in the motor assembly, wherein the controller to communicate signals or commands to the motor to assist in rotating the umbrella support assembly about a vertical axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Armen Sevada Gharabegian
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Publication number: 20180352921Abstract: A canopy support structure includes a plurality of hubs arranged in series, and a plurality of articulating arms connecting the plurality of hubs. At least one of the plurality of hubs is suspended from above by a support member. At least some of the plurality of hubs are movable toward and away from each other to operate the canopy support structure between expanded and retracted positions. The plurality of articulating arms include a plurality of primary ribs connected directly to the plurality of hubs. The plurality of articulating arms may also include a plurality of secondary ribs connected to some of the plurality of primary ribs, and a plurality of tertiary ribs coupled between the plurality of secondary ribs and other of the plurality of primary ribs.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: JENNIFER MCCONNELL ARNDT, KYLE ROBERT ARNDT
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Publication number: 20180352922Abstract: An umbrella with environmental control systems uses an environmental control system, an electrical control system (ECS), and a fluid delivery system to modify the local environment beneath the umbrella's canopy. The environmental control system has multiple spray nozzles, multiple fans, and multiple heating elements. The spray nozzles mist water onto the user, the fans blow air onto the user, and the heating elements heat up the air beneath the umbrella's canopy. To accomplish this, all of the components of the environmental control system are arranged advantageously beneath the umbrella's canopy. The umbrella has a handle, a support rod, multiple rib members, and a canopy. The support rod acts as a rigid connection channel through which the hoses that connect the spray nozzles to the fluid delivery system run. The ECS is the system that enables the user to selectively activate the various electrical components of the environmental control system.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Jaffer Shurie
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Publication number: 20180352923Abstract: A travel bag, or bag capable of being positioned in multiple configurations to allow a user to carry the bag in a plurality of ways. The bag may include straps secured to the bag in such a manner as to allow a user to easily manipulate the straps into a first configuration and a second configuration. The first configuration may be in backpack type configuration where a user may place the straps around his/her arms and shoulders to carry the bag on the back of the user. The second configuration may be in a duffle bag type configuration where a user may hold the straps in a single hand or arm. The straps may pass freely through a clip anchored to the bag allowing the bag to easily transition from the first configuration to the second configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Jon Richards, Jacob Durham
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Publication number: 20180352924Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved protective case which is applied to an out-folding image display device, the circumferential shape of which changes by the folding or unfolding rotation about a folding axis part of a flexible display device, unlike existing plate-shaped image display devices having an unchangeable circumferential shape, and to an improved protective case which improves a user's one-hand manipulation, with the protective case unfolded, by minimizing a part for maintaining the unfolding of the protective case in case an out-folding image display device is unfolded, and can perform the bumper function of limitedly absorbing impacts on a circumferential part inflicted when the out-folding image display device is dropped, as well as performing a cover plate function such as the prevention of the scratching of the flexible display device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: You Seob Lim
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Publication number: 20180352925Abstract: A protective case for a mobile device having a front cover and a storage compartment for a user's personal items such as credit cards, personal identification cards, and/or cash is disclosed. The protective case includes a main body and a detachable panel configured to cover an aperture through the shell of the protective case providing access to the storage compartment via a hinged connection. The shell, panel, and front are secured to flexible layers, which allow the case to function as independent pivot stands that can position the case in one or more operating/viewing positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Timothy Hemesath
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Publication number: 20180352926Abstract: A hair carrier clutch bag for storing and transporting hair products such as wigs or hair extensions comprising an elongated body having a top, a bottom, a first side, a second side, an inner surface and an outer surface wherein the elongated body includes a plurality of fold sections and a top overlap section. At least one clip for securing a hair product coupled to the inner surface of the elongated body and offset from the top of the elongated body. A protective cover for covering the hair product including at least one cover sheet having a top, a bottom, a first side, a second side, an inner surface, and an outer surface wherein the first side of the cover sheet is coupled to the second side of the elongated body. The cover sheet is foldable about the joint formed between the cover sheet and the body. The body of the hair carrier clutch bag can be folded upon itself such that the folded body resembles a woman's clutch bag.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Deborah Ann Batres, Amalia Jean Moscoso
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Publication number: 20180352927Abstract: A waterproof camera case includes a first housing section including a tab protruding from an outer surface of the first housing section, the tab including an opening. The camera case also includes a second housing section, at least one of the first and second housing sections including a transparent window for transmitting light to a camera. The camera case further includes a latch assembly configured to couple the first housing section with the second housing section to form a watertight enclosure. The latch assembly includes a shaft, a plug, and a spring. The plug and the spring are placed along the shaft. When the latch assembly is closed, the spring pushes the plug into the opening of the tab, to lock the latch assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Lingyun WANG
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Publication number: 20180352928Abstract: A protective case for an electronic device that includes a case member, the case member including slots and ports formed therein for allowing interaction with a device positioned within the case member. The case member includes inner and outer surfaces. Separate button features are assembled to the case member sealing the case member and providing actuation of the device. The case member and lid are removably joined to define an air and water tight volume receiving the device. The button features are assembled from outside the case member and include a membrane attached to an inside of the case member. The plug core transmits force directly to the underlying device and displaces the flexible membrane so that it undergoes elastic deformation but is still secured to the case member to toggle the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Joshua Wright, June Lai
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Publication number: 20180352929Abstract: A beauty box insert is provided for use with a pre-existing case capable of housing a sunglasses box insert, the beauty box insert comprising: a first portion configured to releasably engage a first beauty product comprising a removable eye shadow case; a second portion configured to releasably engage a second beauty product comprising an eyeliner or eyebrow implement; a third portion configured to releasably engage a third beauty product comprising a lipstick case; and an attachment portion configured to releasably engage with the pre-existing case. A beauty case is also provided to include the beauty box insert and the pre-existing case as an outer case, the outer case being mounted on an interior surface of a vehicle, configured to be accessible to and used by a vehicle occupant, and configured to releasably engage, separately, both with the beauty box insert and with a sunglasses box insert.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Tania A. DAMICO
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Publication number: 20180352930Abstract: A piece of luggage, especially a suitcase with a container where the container features or has on one exterior side a base layer and at least one cover layer. An easily customizable piece of luggage is provided, where the container features on one exterior side a base layer and at least one cover layer. The base layer and at least one cover layer, respectively, being non-transparent and of various colors, where the cover layer is formed from an abradable material, where at least one cover layer features a lower resistance to abrasion than the base layer, where through traces of use at least one cover layer is at least partially abradable so that the subjacent base layer and/or each subjacent base layer may be exposed in the area of the traces of use and at least one motif template positioned between the outer cover layer and the base layer, where the motif template facilitates a detachment of the outer cover layer in the shape of the motifs formed by the motif templates.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Martin Josifov
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Publication number: 20180352931Abstract: The appliance for treating the hair, having two arms to be closed over the hair to be treated, at least one of the arms carrying a refill of hair treatment product, the appliance having an electronic control circuit with an electronic memory, this circuit being designed to detect the closure of the arms and the fitting of the refill, the appliance having a steam generator for outputting steam onto the hair and at least one heated straightening plate, the appliance being designed to increment a variable in the memory during the use of the appliance after the refill has been changed and to pass into a downgraded mode of operation in which the operation of the steam generator and/or of the straightening plate is modified when the variable exceeds a first predefined threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicants: L'OREAL, SEB S.A.Inventors: Pierre DURIF, Jerome TOUGOUCHI, Martial MAISONNEUVE, Xavier VACHERON, Baptiste BONNEMAIRE, Anne DEBAUGE, Edouard MESSAGER, Gabin VIC, Frederic WOODLAND, Stefania NUZZO, Sandy LAPIZE
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Publication number: 20180352932Abstract: A device for storing accessories, such as hair ties, barrettes, or other clips. The accessory storage device includes a flat plane, having a front side and a rear side, and one or more fasteners attached to the rear side. An upper portion of the flat plane is shaped to resemble a head and has a perimeter along which an elongated aperture is placed. A plurality of elongated strands extends from the elongated aperture. The elongated aperture is designed to receive the plurality of elongated strands through it and fasten to the perimeter of the elongated aperture, such that the plurality of elongated strands extends over the front side. The plurality of elongated strands is designed to attach with a clip or other type of accessory.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Johana Maldonado-Liddy
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Publication number: 20180352933Abstract: A nail treatment method includes: a base step of forming a base layer (40) on a nail plate (3); a coloring step of forming a color layer (50) on the base layer (40); and a top step of forming a top coat layer (60) on the color layer (50). In the base step, the base layer (40) is formed so as to be spaced apart from the base of the nail plate (3), and furthermore is formed in a shape including a raised part that has a highest portion at a position that is closer to the base of the nail plate than a position one-half of the length of the nail plate (3) is.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Miho AZUMA
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Publication number: 20180352934Abstract: A health and beauty device includes: a cartridge that stores a fluid content which is applied to a body surface of a human body to impart at least one of a cosmetic effect and a health effect, equipped with an outlet from which the content flows out, and a feeding portion that causes the content to flow out from the outlet by an externally applied force; and a housing that removably accommodates the cartridge. A coating portion having a discharge outlet aligned with the outlet of the cartridge and a coating surface for applying the content that flows out of the outlet and the discharge outlet to the body surface of the human body; a temperature operation portion incorporated in the coating portion that heats or cools the coating surface by receiving electric power; and a battery housing portion that houses a battery are provided in the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Mieko NASU, Akiko TAKAHASHI, Masahiko NAGOSHI, Motoki TAKATA
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Publication number: 20180352935Abstract: A cosmetic container includes an outer shell and an inner shell. The outer shell includes a sidewall, and the sidewall includes a plurality of perforated holes. The inner shell is inserted into the outer shell, wherein the inner shell includes a body and a plurality of protruding patterns extending outwardly and exposed through the perforated holes.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Hsiao -Yun LIN
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Publication number: 20180352936Abstract: A mask device for facial skin care includes: an outer mask, which is formed to be spaced apart from a user's face at a predetermined interval, has a size to cover the whole face, and includes first and second eye protection holes located around the eyes and slots respectively formed at a left end portion and a right end portion; an LED module, and to which a control line receiving electric power connected to the controller of the outside and a control signal is connected; an inner mask, which is located outside the LED module, has a size to cover the hole face; and an eye protection member whose one end is combined to the first and second eye protection holes of the inner mask and the other end protrudes to come into contact with the user's eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Jong-Chen KIM
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Publication number: 20180352937Abstract: The invention relates to a system for analysis and activation and/or active and localised release, comprising a mask (1) for applying to at least part of the face of the user, provided with at least one device (2) for analysing the skin of the face and at least one means for the active and localised release (3) of dermocosmetic formulations from at least one storage means.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2015Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: WB TechnologiesInventors: Stanislas Vandier, Elodie Burty-Valin, Benjamin Prunier, Jean-Roch Meunier, Jean-François Grollier, Claude Dubief
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Publication number: 20180352938Abstract: A cosmetic personalization system which allows uses to make their own custom cosmetic such as, but not limited to, lipstick, eyeshadow, or blush through the melting, pressing, or emulsifying of cosmetic material. The cosmetic personalization system includes a main housing, a plurality of compartments, and a cosmetic-melting device. The main housing provides a structural body to support the plurality of compartments and the cosmetic-melting device. The plurality of compartments stores cosmetic materials, the cosmetic-melting device, and any additional cosmetic accessories. Each of the plurality of compartments is a drawer-type compartment sized and designed to fit within the main housing. The cosmetic-melting device allows the user to melt and mix cosmetic material in order to make a custom cosmetic such as, but not limited to, lipstick, blush, cream, or powder.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Debra Garza
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Publication number: 20180352939Abstract: The invention relates to a backpack (10) having a stowage space (18), which on its side facing the back of a user of the backpack is delimited by a back part (20). The backpack (10) includes a net element (12) and a frame arrangement (22), which for tensioning the net element (12) is designed in such a way that an intermediate space (24) is formed between the back part (20) and the net element (12) when the net element (12) is tensioned. The backpack (10) has two shoulder straps (14, 16) for carrying the backpack (10) on the user's back. The shoulder straps (14, 16) have end areas (42, 44) that cross the intermediate space (24) and are fastened to the back part (20).Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: Deuter Sport GmbHInventor: Stephen Buffinton
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Publication number: 20180352940Abstract: A reversible hammock and insulation system includes a hammock bed; a second sheet member being secured to the hammock bed along the perimeter of the hammock bed; the bottom surface of the hammock bed and the upper surface of the second sheet member each comprising a low-emissivity, thermally reflective surface; the hammock bed and second sheet member collectively being selectively operable between a first configuration, wherein the second sheet member extends downwards from the hammock bed and surrounds a dead air space and transmission through the dead air space of a quantity of radiant heat energy given off by the user is delayed due to the low-emissivity, thermally reflective surfaces surrounding the dead air space, and a second configuration, wherein the second sheet member rests atop the hammock bed when the user is lying on the lower surface of the second sheet member.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Christian Ellington Kaltreider
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Publication number: 20180352941Abstract: A backpack apparatus equipped with an extendable inflatable sleep surface is shown. The apparatus is configured to appear similar to that of a conventional backpack, having dual straps for shoulder carry, as well as wheels and an extendable handle. An inflatable sleeping surface is concealed within the apparatus, and is configured to extend out from the apparatus when desired. Horizontal straps ensure that the sleeping surface remains retracted during travel, or the surface is housed within a compartment of the apparatus. A retractable awning is disposed at a top of the apparatus, and is configured to extend in order to provide shade during rest. The awning is equipped with a night light. The apparatus is preferably equipped with an internal battery, which may be used to recharge portable electronics via a USB output.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Lorelyn Cajucom Arroyo
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Publication number: 20180352942Abstract: A device for attachment to a belt for holding an accessory having a base, a front surface and a back surface, the base having belt receiving slots and the front surface of said base having a right side and a left side wherein said left side of said base having a first retaining portion extending substantially perpendicularly to said front wall and said first retaining portion having a first sidewall extending therefrom substantially parallel to and spaced from said front surface and forming a first recess and said right side of said base having a second retaining portion extending substantially perpendicularly to said front wall and said second retaining portion having a second sidewall extending therefrom substantially parallel to and spaced from said front surface and forming a second recess and a release member formed as part of said base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Matthew J. Downs
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Publication number: 20180352943Abstract: A rotary brush for processing the surface of a vehicle includes a rotary brush main part and a plurality of fill material holders that are arranged on an outer lateral surface of the rotary brush main part spaced apart from one another in the circumferential direction thereof. Each fill material holder can be secured to the rotary brush main part in a plurality of stop positions spaced apart in the radial direction of the rotary brush main part.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2015Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: WashTec Holding GmbHInventor: Stefan MAYER
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Publication number: 20180352944Abstract: Dental hygiene devices that facilitate the ability of a user to engage in one or more oral hygiene actions are disclosed. In an aspect, dental hygiene devices are disclosed that comprise a handle portion that is securely attached to at least one head element in a substantially perpendicular fashion. Such dental hygiene devices may facilitate the ability of a user to clean one or more teeth by moving the head element in a substantially vertical up and/or down direction and/or in a vibratory fashion along one or more surfaces of the teeth to be cleaned. This type of vertical movement may cause less damage to the teeth, particularly at the cementoenamal junction (CEJ), than movements that are substantially horizontal in nature, thereby helping to prevent various types of dental complications, including gingival recession and root dissolution.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: WILSTIG LLCInventor: Donald Stiggers, JR.
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Publication number: 20180352945Abstract: An oral care implement having a handle, a head, and at least one movable cleaning element coupled to the head. The movable cleaning element may be used as an interdental cleaner. The movable cleaning element may be positioned within a loop formed by fixed cleaning elements on the head. The movable cleaning element may be coupled to an actuator that moves the movable cleaning element between a first position wherein a distal tip of the movable cleaning element is spaced a first distance from a front surface of the head and a second position wherein the distal tip of the movable cleaning element is spaced a second distance from the front surface of the head, the second distance being greater than the first distance. The movable cleaning element may maintain the first and second positions until subsequent actuation of the actuator.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2015Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: Colgate-Palmolive CompanyInventors: Eduardo Jimenez, Kenneth WAGUESPACK, Douglas HOHLBEIN, Anthony BAXTER, Marisol RODRIGUEZ, Alberto MANTILLA, Ellis Junior SMITH, Chad Leighton HELLAND, Dario Alejandro NARVAEZ LOPEZ, Mauricio ISSA
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Publication number: 20180352946Abstract: Portable, electrically driven, handheld sonic personal skin/hair care device includes a housing and a drive assembly to which is coupled a treatment member. The treatment member may include active ingredients incorporated during manufacturing that safely resist and inhibit the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria. The drive assembly includes a stator assembly, armature assembly, mounting member attached to the housing, elongated pivot arm having a first end directly coupled to the armature assembly and a second end directly coupled to the mounting member, and mounting arm having first and second ends, the first end being directly coupled to the armature assembly and the second end being directly coupled to the treatment member such that the stator, when energized, causes oscillation of the armature in an arcuate manner about a pivot point located at the mounting member in turn causing the treatment member to oscillate relative to the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: MICHAEL TODD BEAUTY LPInventors: LEWIS HENDLER, HAIZHEN CHEN, KEYUE YU, XUSHAN ZHAN
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Publication number: 20180352947Abstract: An oral hygiene device (100) including at least one sensor (104) to improve a user's operation of the oral hygiene device is provided. In one exemplary embodiment, the oral hygiene device includes a longitudinal shaft (102), an attachment assembly (112), a handle portion (110), a suspension system (106), at least two sensors (104a, 104b), and at least one processor (132). The at least one processor is operable to receive an amount of force applied to the attachment assembly, which is detected by the at least two sensors. An angle that the attachment assembly is applied is also determined, the angle being based on the detected amount of force. In one embodiment, the angle and the amount of force are displayed within a user interface to the user to help the user improve their oral hygiene technique.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: TOON HARDEMAN, VINCENT JEANNE, HUBERT JEAN JOSEPH AMAURY VROOMEN, ARJEN DEN HAMER, MARTIN JOHN EDWARDS, JAN WOJCIECH OBREBSKI, ALEX MERCK
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Publication number: 20180352948Abstract: An individual-patient one-day oral care kit comprises a housing and a plurality of sealed trays disposed within the housing. Each of the sealed trays contains oral hygiene components. By one approach at least one of the sealed trays contains an oral hygiene component comprising a toothbrush that is unique to that particular tray. By one approach all of the sealed trays contain at least one same oral hygiene component. By one approach each of the sealed trays is configured to serve a patient's oral hygiene compliance requirements in accordance with an event driven schedule during a single day.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Joseph Bryzek, Sharbel J. Maalouf, Angela Zuick
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Publication number: 20180352949Abstract: A mount that is used to attach electronic devices to a guitar stand is made of a back panel, a clamping mechanism, a support scissor mechanism, and a stand-grasping fastener. The clamping mechanism is a user-actuated clamp that uses a fixed jaw and a movable jaw to hold electronic devices against the back panel. The back panel, which is a rigid plate, is connected to the fixed jaw to further support the clamped electronic device. Additionally, the fixed jaw of the clamping mechanism is mounted onto one end of the rigid support beam. The support scissoring mechanism is an adjustable support assembly that can be locked in a desired orientation. The mount for electronic devices is capable of being attached to various other pieces of musical equipment or stage equipment because a stand-grasping fastener is affixed to a second end of the support scissor mechanism, opposite to the fixed jaw.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Reggie Wayne Newsome
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Publication number: 20180352950Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an adjustable workstation for attaching to a support surface. The workstation includes a base having at least one fastener for securing the base to the support surface and a column attached to the top surface of the base. The column includes a lift configured to move between a lowered position adjacent to the support surface and a raised position located between the top end and the bottom end of the column. Attached to the lift is a worksurface having a front edge, and an extending member connects the lift to the worksurface. The extendable member is configured to adjust the location of the worksurface longitudinally from a retracted position to an extended position, wherein the front edge of the worksurface is vertically alignable with the front edge of the support surface when the extending member is in the extended position.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Stephen J. Bowman, Matthew A. Sommerfield
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Publication number: 20180352951Abstract: An item of equipment includes at least one worktop formed of at least one substrate made of monolithic glass material with a surface area of greater than 0.7 m2. The substrate exhibits a luminosity L* of greater than 10, a light transmission TL of less than 60%, and an opacity indicator of greater than 30. The item of equipment also includes at least one light source to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate. The at least one light source is positioned straight above the substrate. The item of equipment also includes at least one interface for communication with at least one element of the worktop and/or with at least one external element for wireless communication. The item of equipment is devoid of heating element(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: EUROKERA S.N.C.Inventors: Gregory DEBREYER, Franck DEMOL, Michael RAVEL, Nicolas ROUX, Pablo VILATO
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Publication number: 20180352952Abstract: A drawer system including: a drawer cabinet and a drawer mounted in said cabinet for forward and backward travel relative thereto; said cabinet having two opposed spaced apart side walls and at least two lower wheels mounted to each side wall and spaced apart in the intended direction of travel of the drawer; said drawer having two opposed spaced apart side panels and at least two lower wheels mounted to each side panel and spaced apart in the intended direction of travel of the drawer; and a runner mounted on said lower cabinet wheels of each side wall for forward and backward travel relative to said cabinet via a first track and each runner including a second track engaged by said spaced apart lower drawer wheels for forward and backward travel for said drawer relative to said runner.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Shane MILES
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Publication number: 20180352953Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a flexible cover strip for a storage system including a carrier rail (1) having a U-shaped cross section with first and second parallel rows (3, 5) of elongated substantially identical slots (7) in a front portion to accommodate a suspension element such as e.g. a bracket. The cover strip has an abutment face (17) and an exterior face (31), and a plurality of projections (19), rising from the abutment surface of the strip in first and second parallel rows matching the slots of the carrier rail, such that the cover strip can be fitted on the front portion with the projections entering the slots, and wherein at least some of the projections are provided with a snap element (27) at their distal ends, which snap elements prevent the cover strip from falling off the rail.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2016Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Peter NILSSON, Fikret ARNAUTOVIC
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Publication number: 20180352954Abstract: A wall storage system includes panels having recesses disposed on the rear surface that are configured to engage a mounting member that is secured on the wall to which the panel is to be secured. The mounting members are secured in a horizontal and level configuration by placing an alignment device on the wall in order to mark the locations at which the various mounting members are positioned. This alignment device enables the mounting bracket to quickly and easily be placed in the proper configuration on the wall for mounting the panels thereto in the desired configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: John Keenan
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Publication number: 20180352955Abstract: An adjustable mount for a TV or video monitor is disclosed which includes a fixed bracket having two side walls, each with a sloped front edge, a top end and a bottom end. A mounting notch is formed in each of the side walls. At least one adjustable bracket is removably mounted on the fixed bracket and includes a front panel with an outer surface. Two side panels are attached to the front panel and extend away from the outer surface. The side panels are spaced apart from one another and located adjacent to the side walls of the fixed bracket. A crossbar extends between the side panels and is rotatable within the notches of the fixed bracket. The rotation of the crossbar causes the adjustable bracket to pivot relative to the fixed bracket varying the angle of the front panel plane relative to the fixed bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Nico Corbo, Leszek Markowski
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Publication number: 20180352956Abstract: A slide mount assembly for attachment to a wall or other structure in a location behind a mounted display and for mounting of electronics equipment. The slide mount assembly includes a base frame configured to attach to a structure and frame having a mounting flange with holes for use in securing the base frame to the structure. A slide frame is slidably attached to the base frame by at least one slide assembly. The slide frame includes flanges that are attached to a slide frame plate, each flange having a plurality of spaced apart apertures. A mounting plate is attached to the slide frame and has a planar portion. At least one mounting tab is formed on and extends outward from the upper and lower edges of the mounting plate. Each mounting tab is configured to engage with one of the mounting apertures on the slide frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Mohamed Gebril, Robert Alosio, Artur D. Harris,JR
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Publication number: 20180352957Abstract: An apparatus for a mobile floor standing structure with a wheeled base, attached to a dry-erase board is described. The dry erase board can be secured to the stand at a vertical orientation to give rise to a vertically standing writable dry-erase board. Alternatively, the dry-erase board being pivotably oriented form a vertical position to a horizontal position to yield into a writable dry erase board in a table configuration. The wheeled base adds ease in maneuverability and portability of the apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Jeff Avallon
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Publication number: 20180352958Abstract: A RTA recliner where the recliner mechanism is attached to various component parts through tool-less connections. In a disassembled configuration, the RTA recliner mechanism and component parts are constructed and arranged to fit within a substantially rectangular container with greater volume utilization. Components include, but are not limited to, a drive tube assembly and a handle assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2017Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: BILLY JOE GRIGGS, JR.
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Publication number: 20180352959Abstract: This is directed to a smart ergonomic chair and mobility system. The system can be used as a working station, a working chair, a mobility device, a personal care device, or a combination thereof. The system is designed to provide ergonomic seating posture for a person who is seated on the chair. The system is also designed to reduce body stress by providing automatic movements of parts of the chair at predefined time points.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Junfang Zhang
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Publication number: 20180352960Abstract: The seating and lounging furniture according to the invention provides a frame, a backrest, a seat element, and a footrest, wherein the seat element is connected to the frame by means of a seat element adjustment mechanism for a displacement and tilting movement of the seat element relative to the frame, the footrest is connected to a front end of the seat element by means of a footrest adjustment mechanism for extending and retracting the footrest, the backrest is connected to a rear end of the seat element and to the frame via a backrest adjustment mechanism, only one linear actuator is provided for adjusting the seat element, the footrest, and the backrest between an upright base position and a reclining position of the seating and lounging furniture, wherein a first end of the actuator is coupled to the frame, and a second end is coupled to the seat element, the linear actuator when actuated generates a linear lift, made up of a first partial lift and a second partial lift, the first partial lift bringType: ApplicationFiled: June 5, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Massimo Carrera
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Publication number: 20180352961Abstract: A seating arrangement includes a base member, and an integrally formed support member coupled to the base member and supporting a seat moveable from an upright position to a reclined position, wherein a first portion of the support member positioned rearwardly of the base member is bendable such that an upper layer of the first portion is put in tension, and wherein a second portion of the support member positioned forwardly of the base member is bendable such that a lower layer of the second portion is put in tension, wherein the upper layer of the first portion and the lower layer of the second portion are reinforced with at least one tensile substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Nickolaus William Charles Deevers, Kurt R. Heidmann, Michael J. Kemen
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Publication number: 20180352962Abstract: A clip has an engagement portion including: a first arm with a first claw at the top end side; a second arm with a second claw at the top end side; and a bottom provided at the respective base end sides of the first arm and the second arm. Projections of the first claw and the second claw defines a left-right width of a mouth. A third claw projects into the retaining space at a position closer to the base end of the first arm, and a fourth claw is provided which projects into the retaining space at a position closer to the base end of the second arm. The third claw is narrower than the first claw in their widths along a front-back direction orthogonal to the depth direction of the retaining space extending from the mouth to the bottom and the left-right width direction of the mouth.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Shinsuke Saiga, Tetsuya Yoshino, Yoshitomo Iyoda
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Publication number: 20180352963Abstract: A knee-rest economic chair is provided. The knee-rest economic chair is formed from a unitary construction, fastener-less assembly, wherein the chair provides an elevated posterior condition as an elevated knee rest for seated users. The chair may be assembled from a plurality of components all of which are formed from a planar blank of one material. The components have tabs and slots for joined adjacent components that results in a seat component spaced apart and elevated above a knee support component, positioned relative to each other in an elevated posterior position, wherein gravity secures the resulting tab-slot and slot-slot joints, making separate fasteners unnecessary.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventor: Mead Timothy Pelletier