Patents Issued in October 10, 2019
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Publication number: 20190307249Abstract: A mobile support for seats (1) comprising a support bar (2) for the seats (1) which has feet (3) for resting and moving on a floor (4) of the installation site of the seats (1), wherein each foot (3) comprises a casing (5) which in the lower portion incorporates anti-slip blocks (6), while inside of said casing (5) an articulated structure (7) is arranged provided with wheels (8) which can tilt between an upper position wherein they stay above the bearing level of the anti-slip blocks (6) and a lower position wherein the wheels (8) stay with a bearing point below the bearing level of the anti-slip blocks (6) for movement by rolling on the ground (4).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Figueras Seating Solutions, S.L.Inventor: Pablo BORRAS PONS
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Publication number: 20190307250Abstract: A load support structure for a chair includes a tensile material on which a load support surface configured to receive a load of a seated person is formed, a pair of support sections (51) to which the tensile material is attached, and which is elastically deformable in response to a force acting from the tensile material, a first reinforcing section (41) which is disposed to be spaced apart from the pair of support sections (51) in a surface perpendicular direction perpendicular to the load support surface, is located on a side opposite to the load support surface, and extends along an extending direction of the support section, and a connecting body which connects each of both end portion sides of the support section (51) with a corresponding end portion side of both end portion sides of the first reinforcing section (41), in which the support sections (51) are disposed outside the first reinforcing section (41) in a view of the surface perpendicular direction from the load support surface side.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Hiroshi MASUNAGA, Syouichi IZAWA
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Publication number: 20190307251Abstract: An armrest according to the present invention includes a support member (8a, 215, 308a) which is a support structure, and an armrest main body (8b, 216, 308b), the armrest main body (8b, 216, 308b) includes a lower layer member (8j) including an operation lever (8p, 235, 308p) which is supported by a support member (8a, 215, 308a) to be movable in a forward-and-rearward direction and is operated by a seated person, and an upper layer member (8k) supported by the lower layer member (8j) to be movable in right-and-left direction, and the upper layer member (8k) covers the operation lever (8p, 235, 308p) at a base position in the right-and-left direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Yuuichirou TAKAGI, Hiroshi MASUNAGA, Ryo IGARASHI, Syouichi IZAWA
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Publication number: 20190307252Abstract: An auxiliary armrest is designed to be supported between two adjacent armrests of a seat in a seat row. The auxiliary armrest comprises an elongated body having two sides, and connectors on said two sides, wherein the connectors are configured to be reversibly connected to the adjacent armrests while the elongated body is between them.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: YUVAL ESHET, ERIC MCGEE, ADI ESHET
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Publication number: 20190307253Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a beverage holder designed to be mounted to the underside of an armrest and may be retracted under the armrest when not in use. Embodiments of the present disclosure include a retractable beverage holder (RBH) with a mounting bracket that provides support to the beverage holder when the beverage holder is retracted under the armrest, and when the beverage holder is extended out from under the armrest. Embodiments of the present disclosure include, for example, a dual option retractable beverage holder (DORBH) having both a wine glass holder, and a cup holder. Another example embodiment is a single option retractable beverage holder (SORBH) comprising a wine glass holder and a mounting bracket, or a cup holder and a mounting bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Brian T. Pendleton, JR.
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Publication number: 20190307254Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a responsive umbrella with a hands-free mechanism that allows a user to operate and hold the responsive umbrella without requiring the use of their hands. In some aspects, the hands-free mechanism may comprise a wearable strap or harness. In some embodiments, a responsive umbrella may be adjustable for the angle of extension from the hands-free mechanism, which may allow a user to adapt the responsive umbrella for different ambient conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Deborah Scrone-Smith
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Publication number: 20190307255Abstract: The chair of the present disclosure balances safety, comfort, ergonomics, numerous desk geometries, a variety of floor surfaces, the physics of cantilevered elements, the height of floor obstacles, and a large range of body types/sizes. It can address the recommendations of ergonomic experts and adds the unique forward footrest/exercise bar for stretching, core workouts, and to increase the variety of ergonomic seating positions. The entire product can fold into a compact light weight package for easy transport and stowage.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Derecktor Marine Technology LLCInventors: Thomas Derecktor, Michael Miller, Rebecca Lorick
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Publication number: 20190307256Abstract: A seat convertible to a bed. The seat includes a locking mechanism for fixably maintaining a head panel section of the bed in a generally horizontal orientation when the bed is in the deployed configuration and releasing the head panel section from the deployed configuration by a lifting motion. The locking mechanism is connected to the head panel section and a mid-swinging member. The mid-swinging member pivotally attaches to the head panel section and a stationary mounting arm. The stationary mounting arm is fixably attached to a seat frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2016Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Thomas A. Garland
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Publication number: 20190307257Abstract: The present disclosure relates to assisting patients with treatment and recovery to remain in an upright position. More specifically, the present disclosure is a device that may be used to support patients in an upright position that may be used with any surface. Further, the device may allow the users to vary the angle of support and may be controlled through a simple interface, such as a button, remote control, or controls on an electronic interface device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: William Mitchell Wittekind, Stella Angelova Markova, Trevor Oaks Newsom
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Publication number: 20190307258Abstract: Provided is an air-cushion block structure, and a mattress including the air-cushion block structure installed therein. The mattress of the present invention is provided with an air-cushion block structure which includes: an upper cushion having a first core hole vertically formed therein; and a lower cushion which has a second core hole vertically formed therein, and is disposed at a lower portion of the upper cushion. Accordingly, it is possible to stably transfer a weight of a user applied from an upper portion of the air-cushion block structure to a lower portion thereof, as well as, achieve a structure that stably supports the weight of the user by minimizing an occurrence of torsional deflection caused by the weight.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Seung Hyun KANG
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Publication number: 20190307259Abstract: The hybrid air immersion mattress is a non-powered complete support system using an adjustable zoned air/foam filled cells and self inflating automatic pressure relief system that surrounds the patient and conforms to an individual's shape to provide skin/soft tissue injury protection and assist in wound healing providing greater immersion and comfort. The air/foam filled cells conform to an individual's shape to provide skin/soft tissue injury protection and assist in wound healing. The air immersion mattress stimulates a fluid environment which enhances the prevention and management of pressure ulcers, skin flaps, and grafts. The hybrid air immersion mattress is designed for comfort and enhanced circulation utilizing adjustable air bladders together with high density support foam.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: John Keesaer
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Publication number: 20190307260Abstract: A fire retardant cushioning device wherein the cushioning device comprises a main body formed of a fire retardant cover material which is assembled together from panels of fire retardant cover material with the panels being connected together by at least one welded seam extending about the edges of the panels of cover material to form a seamed fire retardant cover material comprising the main body of the cover and the seam(s); and wherein the construction of the cushioning device provides a fire retardant cushioning device having welded seam(s) whereby the welded seam(s) are configured such that they are flame retardant. A fire retardant, infection control cushioning device is also disclosed. The invention also provides a method of manufacturing the fire retardant cushioning device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Duncan Bain, David Woolfson
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Publication number: 20190307261Abstract: Rapid evacuation of individuals from any building can be problematic. A hospital even more so as patient's often have the necessary motor skills but limited mobility. However, babies within neo-natal intensive care, infants and toddlers are particularly problematic as even under imminent danger they exhibit limited or no coordinated motor skills. In such situations an embodiment provides for evacuation devices for use by a single operator to move multiple infants or toddlers simultaneously both across a floor and down one or sets of stairs. Another embodiment provides for evacuation devices for moving intensive care neo-natal babies allowing the evacuation device to be moved by a single operator but allow another to be adjacent to the evacuation device to manually assist breathing both across the floor and within a stairwell as the evacuation device is taken down one or more sets of stairs.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: DOUGLAS DAMASSE GERVAIS
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Publication number: 20190307262Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure includes a solid dispenser comprising a dispensing element and a housing. The dispensing element includes a plurality of blades extending from a cylindrical base. In one example embodiment, the blades are separated by 90 degrees to form channels from an upper opening in the housing to a lower opening in the housing. A hopper for storing items to be dispensed may be configured on one side of the dispenser, and a trap for controlling the flow of dispensed items may be configured on the other side of the dispenser. In one embodiment, the dispenser is controlled by motors coupled to a server as part of a fully automated cloud controlled robotic food preparation system, where each dispenser may accurately deliver different quantities of ingredients for different orders.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Vipin JAIN, Venkateswaran AYALUR, Vijayasimha DODDABALAPUR
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Publication number: 20190307263Abstract: Provided is a refrigerator, which includes a refrigerating compartment, a freezing compartment, and a door assembly. The freezing compartment is adjacent to the refrigerating compartment. The door assembly selectively opens the refrigerating compartment and the freezing compartment. The door assembly includes a glass member defining a frontal exterior thereof and allowing an inside of the refrigerating compartment or the freezing compartment to be seen therethrough when the door assembly is closed, a deposition treated layer formed on a rear surface of the glass member to allow light to partially pass through the glass member, and a transparent plate spaced a predetermined distance from the glass member. Gas for insulation is injected in a space formed between the glass member and the transparent plate, and the space is sealed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Eun Joo LEE, Hang Bok LEE
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Publication number: 20190307264Abstract: A floor mat hanger (10) includes a hanger body (12) having a hanger aperture (20) for receiving a support member, and a hook member (14) selectively attachable to the hanger body (12) through the hanger aperture (20). The hook member (14) is selectively movable to and between a first configuration, wherein the hook portion (22) is spaced from the hanger body (12) to facilitate hanging the hanger body (12) from an external support structure, and a second configuration wherein the hook portion (22) is positioned adjacent the hanger body (12) in a compact arrangement. The floor mat hanger (10) may further include at least one post (16) configured to support a floor mat thereon, and locking structure (18) associated with the at least one post (16) to prevent a floor mat from being removed from the post (16).Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Jason D. Carr, Warwick J. Brown, Marcus Krigsman
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Publication number: 20190307265Abstract: There is provided a video display housing integrated within a gondola shelving unit. The gondola shelving unit has vertical uprights with receptacles for receiving shelving brackets. The video display housing is suspended by shelving brackets. The shelving brackets have engagement members which engage the receptacles in the vertical uprights of the gondola shelving unit to support the video display housing. The video display housing replaces a shelf on a gondola shelving unit. The retailer is able to rapidly remove and reconfigure the positioning of the video display housing, by removing the video display housing from one gondola shelving unit and replacing a shelf on another gondola shelving unit with the video display housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Nolan WHEELER, Joshua RODRIGUEZ, Chris STONIER, Chris MARTIN
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Publication number: 20190307266Abstract: A flexible row count card tier for attachment to a retail greeting card display unit. The flexible row count card tier contains both permanent card rows and flexible card rows. The flexible row count card tier may be adapted to have a differing number of card rows by opening or closing one or more of the flexible card rows. Closing a flexible card row creates one less row but increases the depth of the card row directly below the closed flexible card row. The number and depth of rows can be adjusted depending on the merchandising and card density need per season or retailer productivity.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Anthony Santarelli, Christopher Weigand
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Publication number: 20190307267Abstract: The present display system enables the display and rearrangement of one or more decorative elements on a base structure to create a decorative arrangement that can be easily and selectively adjusted to move or rotate the decorative elements. The display system generally comprises an attachment assembly mounted on a base structure and supporting a decorative element support. An angular adjustment lock and a lateral adjustment lock permits the decorative element support to rotate and translate relative to the base structure. The base structure comprises one or more mounts arranged on a face of the base structure. The mounts receive and support one or more attachment assemblies. Using the present display system, multiple decorative elements can be adjusted to create aesthetically pleasing compositions of complementary or connected decorative elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Allure Ventures Inc.Inventor: John Fitzpatrick
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Publication number: 20190307268Abstract: A hanging system has a hanging rail 3 and a number of mounting clips 1 for mounting the hanging rail 3 against a soft wall. Each mounting clip is formed from a flat plate 5 and is provided with a rear side 7 with which the mounting clip is in contact with the wall during use. Each mounting clip is provided with cams 11 and 13 protruding at the front 9. The hanging rail 3 is an extrusion profile of which a part 3a has a cross-section that is C-shaped and is provided with two spaced apart edge parts 15 and 17. The top edge part 15 hooks behind the top cam 11 and the bottom edge part 17 is clicked over the bottom cam 13. Each clip is furthermore provided with two bent nails 19 which protrude at the rear side 7 and which can be pressed into the soft wall, wherein parts 9b of the front form pressure surfaces.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Marinus Barbara Arnoldus Maria Stas
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Publication number: 20190307269Abstract: A system includes a scanner-device, and a computer-device communicably-coupled to the scanner-device. The scanner-device is configured to scan a neck, head and shoulder of a user. The system is useful for providing a custom orthotic pillow based on the scan and individual measurements of the user. In this way a customized comfortable pillow can be achieved.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Shawn Anthony King
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Publication number: 20190307270Abstract: A pillow, pillow case, or cooling strip that is associated with a pillow or pillow case, comprising a Peltier cooling module is disclosed. The pillow, pillow case, or cooling strip is configured such that the Peltier cooling module is capable of transporting at least 0.5 joules of heat per second across a temperature difference of at least 10° C. between opposite sides of the pillow, pillow case or cooling strip.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Ronald D. Blum
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Publication number: 20190307271Abstract: A tequila kit is described that includes a platter with at least 3 embossments that are specifically adapted to securely hold a salt shaker, shot glass and a lemon or lime. The kit includes a specialized salt shaker and shot glass.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Nanette Jane Malher
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Publication number: 20190307272Abstract: Disclosed herein are multiple embodiments of anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles. Embodiments include anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles that comprise an internal bladder configured to expand in volumetric proportion to the liquid expelled from the liquid containing bottle thereby eliminating air and, by extension, space in which the water could slosh. Anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles disclosed herein can rely on various mechanisms for volumetrically expanding the bladder against liquid retained in the bottle, mechanisms include pneumatic modulation of the bladder using a regulator configured to introduce pressure from a high pressure reservoir to inflate or expand the bladder and valves to release the pressure and deflate the bladder, as well as mechanisms for spring actuation to expand or inflate the bladder. Additional embodiments of anti-sloshing liquid-retaining bottles include bottles comprising wave breakers for passively preventing sloshing by dampening the motion.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Innovative DriveInventors: Matthew Byrnes Newell, Luke Clauson, Curt LaBelle, Michael Raye
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Publication number: 20190307273Abstract: An expandable bowl has an open top and a plurality of configuration changing side members connecting the open top to a base member. The configuration changing side members are designed to allow a user to pull the base member to changing the side members from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration, thereby increasing the overall volume of the bowl. The expandable bowl may be useful for various products, such as pre-packaged salads, where the salads may be packaged and displayed in the collapsed configuration, thereby minimizing shelf space, and may be changed to the expanded configuration by a user to permit tossing of the salad without risking spillage of the contents of the bowl.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Jay Ferro, John Stump
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Publication number: 20190307274Abstract: A paper straw for drinks is revealed. The paper straw includes a base material formed by a paper strip made from calcium carbonate. The base material is wound around an axis of a roller shaft obliquely and overlapped to form a hollow spiral tube whose two ends are communicated. Overlapped portions one over the other on the base material of the spiral tube are tightly connected. The paper straw that is environmentally sustainable, degradable and convenient to use can replace the plastic straw. The paper straw has premium quality and high performance.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Yu-Ting HSU
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Publication number: 20190307275Abstract: A system for shading and cooling an article container is disclosed. The system includes a base with a compartment formed within, a cooling element inserted into the compartment, and a collapsible canopy structure extending upwards from the base. The collapsible canopy structure includes a vertical supporting element hingedly attached at its bottom end with the base, and a cantilevered element hingedly attached with a top end of the vertical supporting element. A planar sheet is mounted on the vertical supporting structure and the cantilevered element. The system is configured to move between a storage configuration and an operational configuration. In the operational configuration, the vertical supporting element and cantilevered element provide shading for the article container. The system further includes a plurality of storage pockets attached to an inward facing surface of the planar sheet and a solar panel attached to an outward facing surface of the planar sheet.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Ben Terry Rudd
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Publication number: 20190307276Abstract: An example disposable food service tray that can withstand high heat is disclosed. The disposable food tray includes a first layer comprising paper board, and a second layer comprising polyethylene terephthalate (PET) affixed to the first layer, wherein an adhesion between the first layer and the second layer is configured to withstand a temperature of up to 525 degrees Fahrenheit for up to six minutes without blistering.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Jonathan Paul Zurek, Jonathon James William Beach
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Publication number: 20190307277Abstract: A modular food and/or drink carrier is provided. The modular carrier can be formed from one or more modular components that are interconnected together. Each modular carrier includes a receiving portion for receiving food and/or drink items and an overlapping portion for connecting to another modular component. Each modular component includes a first locking means formed from a protrusion and slot and a second locking means formed from an accordion component and a receiving slot. The first and second locking means provided on a first modular component interlock together with the first and second locking means provided on a second modular component when the two modular components are connected together. Each modular component can include a buttress support means that engages a portion of another modular component to provide additional support to the modular carrier when the two modular components are connected together.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Keegan Y. Yang, Donald V. Breton, William F. Bonczyk
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Publication number: 20190307278Abstract: Item delivery system comprises at least one personal mailbox and optionally a publicly available post box. The mailbox doors are provided with an electronic lock operated by a radio frequent signal containing an authentication code, sent from a nearby personal communication device provided with software. The software contains modules for performing online payment for mail delivery services and modules for granting or revoking access to mailboxes.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Tore Henneli
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Publication number: 20190307279Abstract: The disclosed technology includes an illumination system for a tree trunk of an artificial tree. The system may include a cylindrical shaped body, such that the outer surface of the body has a cylindrical shape. The inner surface of the body may include one or more diameters. One or more lighting modules may be positioned along the tree trunk to impart an internal lighting and/or glowing effect radiating therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Victor Hugo Ocegueda Gallaga, Yifeng Zhang, Elmer Chi Hang Cheng
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Publication number: 20190307280Abstract: A juicing bag comprises an outer bag, an inner filter bag and a sealing strip. The outer bag includes a juice outlet associated with the bottom end of the outer bag and a sealing strip associated with the top end of the outer bag. The inner filter bag can be placed in the outer bag. The sealing strip facilitates putting fruit into the juicing bag and also seals the juicing bag to prevent juice from sputtering. The juicing bag also include a leak-proof seal configured to prevent liquid from flowing out of the juicing bag before juicing begins. It also includes a diversion line configured to divert the juice to the side to prevent the juice from flushing out of the juicing bag. The juicing bag further includes hang holes and a weight hang hole to facilitate putting fruit into the juicing bag and weighing the fruit.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Xiuxing Chen, Zechen Yang
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Publication number: 20190307281Abstract: A cooking appliance includes a main body that defines a cooking chamber, a steam generator comprising a steam heater that is configured to heat food in the cooking chamber by generating steam, a lower heater located vertically below a bottom wall of the cooking chamber and configured to heat food in the cooking chamber, and a controller configured to control the steam heater and the lower heater. The controller is configured to: based on selection of a steam cooking mode, operate the steam heater to generate steam; and turn on the lower heater in a state in which steam cooking is performed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Yoojin JUNG, Hoonseob SIM, Jaekyung YANG, Yongsoo LEE, Hakjoo LIM
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Publication number: 20190307282Abstract: Disclosed is a food preparation apparatus (100) comprising a food preparation chamber and a pressure chamber (120) for generating steam coupled to the food preparation chamber through a conduit (130), wherein the pressure chamber comprises a heating element (121) for converting water into steam; and the conduit comprises an auto-relief valve (140) arranged to release the steam at a set pressure above atmospheric pressure from the pressure chamber into the food preparation chamber, thereby creating superheated steam in the food preparation chamber by the rapid expansion of the released volume of the above atmospheric pressure (saturated) steam. A method (200) of preparing food in such a food preparation apparatus (100) is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: GUANGMING SU, DONGHAI YU, WEN SUN, YUN CHEN, XIAOYUN KUI, WEIHUA LU
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Publication number: 20190307283Abstract: Temperature control for extracted beverages, including coffee, via controlled vacuum, and associated systems and methods are disclosed. A representative system includes a brew chamber, a beverage chamber in fluid communication with the brew chamber, a vacuum source in fluid communication with the beverage chamber, and a flow control device positioned to vary the force applied by the vacuum chamber on the brew chamber via the beverage chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Joshua Lewis Avins, Eli Salomon
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Publication number: 20190307284Abstract: The present invention provides a beverage preparation machine comprising a housing; a reservoir for containing a liquid, wherein the reservoir is situated within the housing; a dispensing outlet for dispensing the liquid; a pump situated between the reservoir and the dispensing outlet; a user input means situated on an outer surface of the housing; and a pump controller configured to operate the pump for conveying liquid from the reservoir to the dispensing outlet for dispensing the liquid, wherein the input means is capable of communicating with the pump controller in order to initiate an operation of the pump; and the pump controller is configured to operate the pump based on a characteristic of the previous operation of the pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Xianghua XU
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Publication number: 20190307285Abstract: The techniques described herein provide a globally networked on-demand coffee blending and brewing system. In particular, the system herein can hold coffee beans of distinctly different origins and taste profiles in sealed environmentally controlled “smart hoppers”, and can dynamically grind and blend any combination of available beans based on “flavor profiling” to create a user's desired cup of coffee. Additionally, the network connectivity of the system herein provides advanced collaboration within the coffee community, such as for sharing coffee blends, providing feedback to all levels of the supply chain, and indicating fair trade authenticity.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Gerald S. Fain
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Publication number: 20190307286Abstract: A machine (1) for preparing beverages comprising a machine casing (2) and discharge (7) including a discharge casing (71) with an opening (72) confined by a side wall (73) and a base wall (74) that includes at least one discharge passageway (75) disposed on a side opposite to the opening (72). The discharge casing (71) comprises retention elements (76) arranged in substantially mutually opposite positions on the perimeter region of the casing opening (72), whereby the retention elements (76) provide a removable retention along a vertical longitudinal plane of said discharge casing (71) on the machine casing (2). Thus, the opening (72) is confined above by a downwards oriented portion of said machine casing (2) when retained thereon by said retention elements (76). The retention elements (76) are adapted to provide retention on the machine casing (2) and release therefrom by manual actuation thereof without requiring the use of tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: NOVADELTA - COMÉRCIO E INDÚSTRIA DE CAFÉS S.A.Inventors: Rui Miguel NABEIRO, Joäo André de FIGUEIREDO BRANCO, Marco Filipe GONÇALVES MARTINS
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Publication number: 20190307287Abstract: The present invention relates to a multipurpose beverage preparation machine (10) comprising: a beverage preparation chamber (11) for receiving a liquid, processing means for processing the beverage in the beverage preparation chamber (11), a motor (15) configured for driving the processing means in the beverage preparation chamber (11), a heating means (16) configured for heating a liquid in the beverage preparation chamber (11), a control unit (17) operable to execute a beverage preparation process comprising control of the motor (15) and the heating means (16), the control unit (17) being coupled to a network interface (18) of the machine (10) to receive beverage process parameters (9) from an external electronic device (1), wherein the processing means comprises at least one foaming insert (13) and/or at least one support insert (14) for supporting solid ingredients, which is or are selectively and removably positioned within the beverage preparation chamber (11) and wherein the control unit (17) is confiType: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: NESTEC S.A.Inventor: Marco Magatti
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Publication number: 20190307288Abstract: The present invention relates to a coffee machine, more particularly to an espresso coffee machine. The coffee machine according to the invention comprises at least one hot water generator (1, 3), at least one brewing group (5) for brewing coffee, and a thermosiphon circuit between said hot water generator and said brewing group including a hot water supply pipe (13) and a hot water return pipe (15). According to the invention, one or more additional hot water supply pipes (13?), separate from said main hot water supply pipe (13), are provided between said hot water generator (1, 3) or another hot water source and said brewing group (5). Thanks to this arrangement, it is possible to guarantee a greater steadiness in the water temperature during the steps of brewing coffee, and possibly the capability of quickly adjusting, even in real time, said temperature.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Stefano Raimondi, Stefano Mascaretti, Riccardo Turni, Claudio Fenaroli
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Publication number: 20190307289Abstract: A cooking trigger. The cooking trigger includes a probe having a handle end and a lower end tapered to a point. A temperature sensor is disposed in the lower end of the probe that monitors the internal temperature of a piece of food. The temperature sensor is in communication with a wireless transceiver. The wireless transceiver is, in turn, in wireless communication with a controller. The controller is connected to the cooking device, wherein the controller can send a signal to sound an alarm, shut-off the power source to the cooking device, or shut-off the heating elements in the cooking device after a preset minimum internal temperature has been achieved in the piece of food.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Tabitha Palmer
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Publication number: 20190307290Abstract: Provided is a food separating device for use with a roller grill. The separating device includes a pair of support brackets, a pair of crossover bars, and a plurality of separator bars having a tooth-shaped configuration that extend down and in between the rollers to follow the contour thereof. The support brackets also include vertical members with curved slots for enabling the crossover bars to adjust their height such that the separator bars match the contour of the roller griller rollers with substantially no gap therebetween. The configuration of the separator bars and the curved slots create a divider to separate food located on the roller grill surface, and to prevent food, particularly corn dogs from becoming lodged between or below the rollers. A method of use is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Michael M. Kurmlavage
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Publication number: 20190307291Abstract: Autonomous apparatus for cooking food including a support body (12), a lid (14), a container (16) open at the top and able to be extracted/inserted with respect to said support body (12), and at least a main heating device (18).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Giuseppe DE' LONGHI, Renzo MAZZON
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Publication number: 20190307292Abstract: An insulated container for food particulate and beverages is described. The insulated container includes a double-walled structure composed of a metal, and a glass structure arranged within a hollow interior of the double-walled structure. The glass structure includes a body and a sipping portion extending from the body. The sipping portion isolates the user's lips from contacting the double-walled structure. The glass structure may be repeatably removed for cleaning or replacement. The insulated structure includes a deformable flange that secures the glass structure to the double-walled structure. The insulated container may be vacuum-insulated.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Vinglacé, LLCInventor: Colton Bryan Haas
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Publication number: 20190307293Abstract: The invention refers to the wire-stick with ring for easy removal grilled meat and vegetables kebabs which consists of a handgrip (2) for holding with a twisted wire (3) and a ring (4). The twisted wire (3) with the handgrip (2), is made of one piece of wire where the handgrip (2) is formed by minimum one twist and circular wrapping in the middle of the wire (3), whereby the wire (3) is of circular cross section, whereas the prongs-ends of the wire (3) are mutually spirally twisted and end in a sharp tip. The ring (4) consists of a cylindrical capsule (5) and a circular plate (6), mutually tightly bound in the axis of symmetry of the ring (4) through the narrowed part (7), whereby the narrowed part (7) is in its cross section of rectangular shape with rounded shorter sides. The wire (3) is squeezed through the opening (8) in the ring (4), whereby the capsule (5) is positioned next to the handgrip (2) and the circular plate 6) is positioned from the bottom side facing the top of the wire (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Samir KALIC
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Publication number: 20190307294Abstract: An apparatus {200} is provided for being mounted above a shower area (235) to be cleaned. The apparatus (200) has a nozzle head (209) for spraying cleaning fluid to clean the shower area (235), and a flexible conduit (223) through which the nozzle head (209) is arranged to receive the cleaning fluid, the flexible conduit (223) being connected to the nozzle head (200), The apparatus (200) also has a winder mechanism (238) for winding or unwinding a coil of the flexible conduit (223) about an axis (215). At least part (221) of the winder mechanism (238) is rotatable in one direction about the axis (215) to unwind the coil, and is rotatable in the opposite direction about the axis (215) to wind the coil. The nozzle head (209) has a first part (225) fixed to the flexible conduit (223) and a second rotatable part (231) arranged to rotate relative to the first part (225).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Nodar Babuadze
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Publication number: 20190307295Abstract: The apparatuses and methods of making and using the same are directed to bathing apparatus to support an object while bathing the object with a fluid. The bathing apparatus may comprise a support assembly constituting a support structure of the apparatus; a support surface to support the object, the support surface supported by the support portion; and a fluid catch disposed on at least three sides of the support surface, the fluid catch serving as a basin for the fluid in such manner to contain the fluid separate from the support surface. The bathing apparatus may be used in combination with a support wall that includes a plurality of channels to hold household items.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Marjory McCaffery
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Publication number: 20190307296Abstract: A shower tray or other article having a face with an anti-slip surface comprising an array of spaced apart raised projections. Each projection has a height of between 0.5 mm and 1 mm and a top surface with an area of between 3.14 mm2 and 50.27 mm2, adjacent projections being spaced apart by between 10 mm and 16 mm. Each projection is shaped to have a right angled edge between its top and side. The projections are flared at the bottom. The anti-slip surface exhibits high anti-slip properties while being comfortable and easy to clean.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 5, 2017Publication date: October 10, 2019Applicant: Classic Marble (Showers) LimitedInventors: Donald HACKETT, Christopher HACKETT
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Publication number: 20190307297Abstract: A dispensing system includes an above-deck nozzle portion, a reservoir for holding fluid, a foam pump, a multi-lumen dispense passage, and a mixing portion. The above-deck nozzle portion has a dispenser outlet and is disposed above a counter. The foam pump is disposed below the counter and includes at least one liquid pump chamber in fluid communication with the reservoir, at least one air pump chamber, and a pump outlet. The multi-lumen dispense passage includes an inlet, an outlet, at least one liquid lumen, and at least two air lumens. The inlet is in fluid communication with the pump outlet, the outlet is in fluid communication with the dispenser outlet, and the at least one liquid lumen and the at least two air lumens are each in fluid communication with the inlet and the outlet of the multi-lumen dispense passage. The mixing portion is disposed between the multi-lumen dispense passage and the dispenser outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventor: Nick E. Ciavarella
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Publication number: 20190307298Abstract: A foam dispenser comprising an outer container having a closed end bottom at a first end and an open neck at a second end and defining an outer container volume therein and an actuator. The outer container volume is configured to hold a compact shampoo composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2019Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Jean Jianqun Zhao, Robert Wayne Glenn, JR.