Patents Issued in October 21, 2021
  • Publication number: 20210321752
    Abstract: A hammock stand includes two structural support arms extending from a central base and configured to support a hammock above the base. Each support arm has a curved shape bowing inward at upper ends, such that an overall shape of the hammock stand is tapered. The hammock stand is configured to support a hammock occupant generally oriented transverse to an axis defined along the structural support arms. The structural support arms are coupled to the central base by a coupling assembly. In some examples, the coupling assembly includes a yoke configured to couple the structural support arms to a rotary bearing. The rotary bearing allows the structural support arms, and therefore the hammock, to swivel relative to the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Iosef DEMIN, Rachel CONNORS, Bryce GIBSON, Kurt MACLAURIN
  • Publication number: 20210321753
    Abstract: A moving pad that converts into a bag called a Bindle Blanket, as a moving pad it functions like a traditional moving pad or blanket used to wrap and protect furniture and vulnerable objects and used for padding to prevent furniture from shifting while being transported during a move. When converted from moving pad to a bindle, it functions as a flexible bag or sack at which time small miscellaneous or odds and ends can be loaded or packed within. Once loaded the Bindle Blanket can be carried by hand using the attached medial right and medial left side handles or the Bindle Blanket can be attached to the frame of a hand dolly and rolled to and from the transporting vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Calvin Jerome Green
  • Publication number: 20210321754
    Abstract: A firewood sling includes a sheet of material with tensioners on opposing edges with a handle at one end. One or more roll straps are secured to the sheet and include fastening portions, at least one of which is adjustable in position. Pockets may be provided on one edge to receive cords engaging cord locks to form the tensioners. The pockets may include fasteners for holding them closed. The sling may include a wear resistant center portion and flexible side portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: David M. Barber, Nicole R. Barber
  • Publication number: 20210321755
    Abstract: The disclosure provides a cleaning brush configured to clean a working channel of the endoscope. The cleaning brush comprises a first joint, a second joint and a plurality of cleaning units, the plurality of cleaning units are sequentially connected, each cleaning unit comprises a cleaning portion configured to be in contact with the working channel of the endoscope, and the hardness of the cleaning portions of at least two cleaning units in the plurality of cleaning units is different. The first joint and the second joint are respectively connected with two outermost cleaning units in the plurality of cleaning units, and the first joint and the second joint are configured to be connected to make a ring-shaped cleaning brush. The cleaning brush is efficient in removing bioburden from the working channel of an endoscope.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Applicant: MICRO-TECH (NANJING) CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Scott HAACK, Jianjun SHUANG, Zhenghua SHEN, Changqing LI, Minghao FENG
  • Publication number: 20210321756
    Abstract: An apparatus for the interdiction of periodontal disease comprising a device the size of a US quarter coin capable of being chewed by a user, and which is configured with finger protrusions having fabricated blade ends capable of removing plaque from the teeth surface and disrupting plaque accumulated in the gingivae pockets of the teeth. The device of the apparatus is additionally configured with re-fillable inserts holding hygienic formulations to limit bacterial growth and flush plaque debris out of the gingivae pockets of the teeth. Some embodiments of the device of the apparatus are wholly digestible. The device of the apparatus is portable and comes in a plurality of embodiments in different shapes, all having the basic functionality of, self-treating periodontal disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Thomas McLaughlin
  • Publication number: 20210321757
    Abstract: A grooming tool; the grooming tool includes a grooming tool body having a handle and a grooming tool head. The handle includes a hidden compartment for discretely storing items therein. The grooming tool head may be a plurality of grooming tool heads that are interchangeable. The plurality of grooming tool heads includes a hairbrush.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Jessica Ashley Oliver
  • Publication number: 20210321758
    Abstract: A mechanism for assisting painters and other persons who hold manual tools for long periods of time is disclosed. In the painter embodiment, the mechanism assist painters in gripping a paintbrush, including retaining control of the brush even during non-gripping intervals. The mechanism reduces pain and cramping partly be allowing for frequent release of the grip, thereby lessening pain and cramping. The mechanism also prevents or delays onset of carpal-tunnel by not forcing them to grip their paint laden paintbrush 100% of the time. This reduces a problem arising from a constant application of thumb, forefinger, and auxiliary fingers in a permanent clamping motion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Michael Halaska
  • Publication number: 20210321759
    Abstract: In various embodiments, the device may be used to clean any brush. The brush bristles carry bacteria, food particles, dust, germs, and other similar residue in tightly packed spaces near where the bristles connect with the head of the brush. In multiple embodiments, the device is a container that is filled with cleaning solution (e.g., mouthwash, cleaning solution, alcohol, etc.), a lid that substantially closes the top opening of the container, and an agitator pad that has a plurality of individual prongs. In various embodiments, the lid mirrors the container shape so that the lid and the container can be operatively connected. In various embodiments, the lid has a cover, so that when the device is not being use, the cover may be put in a closed position so that the cover closes the opening in the lid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Mark ALTSCHULER
  • Publication number: 20210321760
    Abstract: An adjustable lifting column for adjusting a piece of furniture comprises a drive assembly, a threaded spindle assembly comprising at least two concentrically arranged threaded spindles, of which an outer threaded spindle concentrically surrounds at least one further threaded spindle, a telescopic tube assembly comprising three concentrically arranged telescopic tubes, and a driver mechanism having an internal thread. The threaded spindle assembly is located within the telescopic tube assembly. Two adjacent threaded spindles of the threaded assembly have a common threaded connection. One of the at least two threaded spindles in the threaded spindle assembly is connected to the drive assembly for driving this one threaded spindle. The outer threaded spindle also has an external thread in which the internal thread of the driver mechanism engages. The driver mechanism is connected to a middle telescopic tube of the three telescopic tubes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2019
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Stefan Windhaber
  • Publication number: 20210321761
    Abstract: A portable table top formed from a base having multiple legs and brackets for accommodating various positions. Extension brackets are attached to side edges which engage a mounting tab slidably insertable into a cavity formed on each side edge of the base. A centrally positioned support having a first end pivotably mounted to a lower surface of the base provides a three-point support. Legs are provided if the base is to be used on flat table as an angled work surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Jeffrey R. Galin, Matthew Kaplan
  • Publication number: 20210321762
    Abstract: This present invention relates to a ceiling mounted gear storage unit for storing and protecting gear, for example, fishing rods and reels. The storage unit includes an inconspicuous frame having a base with a plurality of retention grooves or bands and a cable and pulley system to raise or lower the gear storage unit. The storage unit can be controlled using a remote application or other transmitter to operate the storage unit. An electronic lock mechanism can include an access code for providing access to the storage unit. The storage unit can be mounted to a ceiling joist(s) using wood screws.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Randolph Motley, II
  • Publication number: 20210321763
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a rack used in an automated storage and retrieval system, comprising uprights and one or more pallet bracket floors, wherein each pallet bracket floor comprises a pair of pallet beams; the pallet beam is detachably mounted on the upright and is set to be capable of allowing a pallet to be placed thereon; and a horizontal spacing between the pair of pallet beams is set to be capable of allowing a pallet fork of an automated guided vehicle to pass in a vertical direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2018
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Weiyi Wang
  • Publication number: 20210321764
    Abstract: A tool storage system has a universal mounting bracket coupled to a support surface formed with a plurality of apertures that align with differently sized support arms that support a tool therefrom. The apertures are aligned along a common horizontal plane and the support arms have different heights that allow tools to be hung therefrom in a nesting relationship so that more tools can occupy less space or area relative to the support surface. The nesting relationship of the tools provides for a first tool supported by the first arm to fit within a space defined by the second tool supported by the second arm. In some instance, the first and second arms may be part of a pair of support arms, respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Applicant: Woodpeckers, LLC
    Inventor: Edward A. O'Halloran
  • Publication number: 20210321765
    Abstract: Disclosed is a rocking cart table, which is moved forward/backward and in a seesaw manner by passenger's motion and thus can provide enjoyment following play through a rock to the passenger. The cart table comprises: a cart body installed on a rail and moved forward and backward by passenger's motion; a seesaw movement member moved in a seesaw manner by the passenger's motion; a table member; and a light-blocking member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2019
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Kwang Hee KWON
  • Publication number: 20210321766
    Abstract: An undermount slide bracket includes: a panel with upper and lower edges; a nub extending from a first side of the panel; a shelf extending from a second, opposed side of the panel; a lower panel extending downwardly from the shelf; a plurality of pairs of wings extending from the lower panel, the pairs of wings being arranged in stacked, spaced apart relationship, such that a gap is formed between adjacent pairs of wings; and a stop located in the gap between the wings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: William Duggins
  • Publication number: 20210321767
    Abstract: A sliding element guide system for furniture is provided, including a cabinet unit rail, central rail, sliding element rail, and at least one carriage. The cabinet unit rail, central rail, and sliding element rail are mounted to be movable in relation to one another. The system also includes two identical synchronization wheels that synchronize movements of elements of the system. The two identical synchronization wheels are rotatably mounted on a vertically oriented central rail side wall and extend horizontally therefrom via a pin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Applicant: Grass GmbH
    Inventors: Markus ALBRECHT, Filip RIHTAREC, Franz REISCHL
  • Publication number: 20210321768
    Abstract: A furniture base (10) is disclosed comprising a frame structure (12) and an actuator device (33) that is rotatably supported in the frame structure about a rotational axis. The furniture base (10) further comprises a plurality of wheel units (76, 77, 78, 79) that are movably attached to the frame structure (12) between an upper position and lower position relative to the frame structure (12). The wheel units (76, 77, 78, 79) are connected to the actuator device (33) for movement of the wheel unit (76, 77, 78, 79) between the upper and lower position. The furniture base (10) further comprises a locking mechanism (46) for locking of the wheel units (76, 77, 78, 79) in the lower position of the wheel units (76, 77, 78, 79). The locking mechanism (46) comprises a guide pin (47) that projects out from the actuator device (33) and is attached to the actuator device (33) swingably relative to the actuator device (33).
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Nikolai Hiorth, Morten Berge
  • Publication number: 20210321769
    Abstract: A pole cup for a hang rod may include a wall-mountable member, and a cradle extending from the wall-mountable member. The cradle may include a substantially u-shaped sidewall defining a cavity for securely receiving an end of the hang rod such that the hang rod is retained in a downward first direction, in a lateral second direction, and in a lateral third direction opposed to the second direction, when the hang rod is positioned within the cavity. A pair of ribs extend from a cavity-facing surface of the substantially u-shaped sidewall. A modular storage assembly may include a hang rod and a pole cup. A method of installing a modular storage assembly may include mounting to a wall at least one bracket configured to support a shelf, installing trim for the shelf, and mounting a pole cup to a wall via the wall-mountable member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Tyler Stanley Switzer
  • Publication number: 20210321770
    Abstract: This application describes a coupling mechanism designed to facilitate attachment of cantilevered components to a stable frame. It is contemplated that embodiments of the inventive subject matter can be implemented to couple such accessories as shelves and trays to modular carts where the cart features a single vertical frame from which the accessories must be attached. Embodiments feature a male coupler and a female coupler, where the male coupler has a v-shaped extrusion and the female coupler has a complementary v-shaped intrusion into which the male extrusion fits upon coupling the two together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Patrick Timothy Blewett, Matthew Richard Benich, Brent John Siebenaler
  • Publication number: 20210321771
    Abstract: A laundry appliance includes a cabinet including a top edge. A structural panel is attached to the top edge of the cabinet. An adapter panel is attached to the structural panel. The adapter panel extends over at least a portion of an upper surface of the structural panel. A decorative panel is removably coupled to the adapter panel. The decorative panel is disposed over a top surface of the adapter panel. The decorative panel is free of attachment with the cabinet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Applicant: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    Inventor: Christopher A. Jones
  • Publication number: 20210321772
    Abstract: A furniture panel and a furniture assembly which incorporates such a panel. The panel is formed from at least two structural components including a first structural component being an edge structure and a second or subsequent structural component(s) selected from one or more cover sheet(s) and one or more edge structure(s). At least one internal fixing element is also provided to engage together at least two of said structural components, with the internal fixing element or elements being at least partially enclosed within a housing defined by the engagement of said structural components. The housing defined at least partially conceals the internal fixing element from view.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2019
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Applicant: CPC ENGINEERING DESIGN LIMITED
    Inventor: Christopher Paul Chambers
  • Publication number: 20210321773
    Abstract: An apparatus that may anchor and/or protect furniture includes a compressible element and an adhesive material on opposite sides of the compressible element. The compressible element, which may comprise an expandable polyurethane foam, and the adhesive material may enable the apparatus to be secured to a piece of furniture and a wall and, when secured in position, to withstand pulling forces of at least about 50 pounds. Thus, the apparatus may prevent furniture from tilting and falling away from the wall. The adhesive material may also be removable from the surface of a wall while leaving substantially no residue or no residue on the surface of the wall. Methods for securing furniture to walls are also disclosed, as are apparatuses and methods for preventing furniture from damaging walls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Paul Pierpont
  • Publication number: 20210321774
    Abstract: An element of a device, in particular an element of a seating furniture assembly or of a seating furniture assembly component is provided. In addition, a device for an item of seating furniture, in particular a seating furniture assembly, for example a pivot mechanism, has an element of this type. Furthermore an item of seating furniture having a device of this type or having an element of this type is possible. In order to simplify the construction of items of seating furniture, the use of a deformation element which is integral, that is to say integrated into the device, which is deformable, which is composed preferably of a plastics material, and which serves as an energy storage member, is proposed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: HERMANN BOCK, GUIDO WACHTER, BENJAMIN STOOF, SEBASTIAN ROTH
  • Publication number: 20210321775
    Abstract: A device for an item of seating furniture, in particular a pivot mechanism, and an item of seating furniture having such a device, are provided. In order to simplify the construction of items of seating furniture, the use of a deformation element which is integral, that is to say integrated into the device, which is deformable, which is composed preferably of a plastics material, and which serves as an energy storage member, is proposed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: HERMANN BOCK, GUIDO WACHTER, BENJAMIN STOOF, SEBASTIAN ROTH
  • Publication number: 20210321776
    Abstract: A chair comprising a seat base, a back rest, the back rest having a first arm connected to the seat base by a first pivot and a second arm connected to the seat base by a second pivot so that the back rest can pivot between a first folded position and a second position, the first pivot being biased so that in the absence of any force applied by a user, the back rest maintains the first position wherein a damper is included to ensure to retard the movement of the seat from the second position to the first position in the absence of any force applied.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Russell Plant, Daniel Ho
  • Publication number: 20210321777
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a connecting structure for connecting support feet and a center piece, a support foot, a center piece, a chassis and a seat, and belongs to the technical field of seat connection structures. The connecting structure for connecting support feet and a center piece includes: center piece connecting portions provided on the outer periphery of the center piece for connecting with the support feet; support foot connecting portions provided on one end of the support feet for connecting with the center piece. Two side walls of each of the center piece connecting portions are further provided with rotation limit grooves, with a clamping platform arranged inside; two side surfaces of the support foot connecting portion are respectively provided with rotation limit protrusions outwardly protruding, an abutting portion is provided on the lower surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Baijun TONG
  • Publication number: 20210321778
    Abstract: A chair comprises a seat pan member, a seat back member having a lumbar support member, a lumbar support assembly operatively connected to the lumbar support member and configured for moving the lumbar support member, with respect to the seat pan member and the seat back member, between at least a first position and a second position, and an actuator configured to operate the lumbar support assembly for movement of the lumbar support member between at least the first position and the second position. When the lumbar support member is in the second position, the lumbar support member is positioned forwardly, in a direction toward the seated user's lower back, relative to the seat back member so as to enable the user to be seated forwardly on the seat pan member while being engaged with the lumbar support member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Tai Hoon K. Matlin, James Waring, Shawn Applegate, Steven James Barnaby, JR., Peter Maletich, John Fellowes
  • Publication number: 20210321779
    Abstract: Apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed involving a seat cushion configured as a partially-open annular ring, including a circular hollow space in a center of the ring, and a radial-arc-shaped opening in the ring forming a trapezium-shaped hollow space. Both the circular hollow space and the trapezium-shaped hollow space are located corresponding to the user's spine and coccyx, with the trapezium-shaped hollow space located on a rear portion of the cushion. The circular hollow space frees the perineal region from external compression by avoiding having any portion of the center of the seat cushion pressing against it, and the trapezium-shaped hollow space frees the sacrococcygeal region from external compression by not having any portion of partially-open annular ring of the seat cushion pressing against it.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Olanrewaju Osauwense Abiose
  • Publication number: 20210321780
    Abstract: A customizable travel pillow and a segmented rod are provided. The customizable travel pillow includes a cushion portion having an upper half and a lower half and a repositionable bendable rod. The repositionable bendable rod is removably nested between the upper half and the lower half of the cushion portion and retains its position until repositioned. The repositionable bendable rod causes the cushion portion to retain a shape. The segmented rod has multiple rigid segments, with bendable joints between the segments, for use with a travel pillow cushion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Stephen Cua
  • Publication number: 20210321781
    Abstract: A canopy assembly for a chair, the assembly including a first mounting fixture and a second mounting fixture; a first arm and a second arm, each arm having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of each arm is coupled to a respective mounting fixture; a first canopy support and a second canopy support, wherein the second end of each arm is coupled to a respective canopy support; a first brace and a second brace, each brace coupled between a respective arm and canopy support, with a first end of each brace being coupled to the respective arm with a slidable coupler so as to permit the rotation of the first and second canopy supports relative to the first and second arms; a cross-member coupled intermediate the first and second canopy supports, for maintaining the first and second canopy support at a predetermined spaced distance from each other; and a canopy that is at least supported by the first canopy support and the second canopy support; wherein when the canopy assembly is in a deployed posit
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Robert John Silinski
  • Publication number: 20210321782
    Abstract: A collapsible sheltered bench operable to have a first collapsed configuration and a second erect configuration. The sheltered bench includes a base member comprising a bench surface for sitting. The sheltered bench further includes a canopy member having first and second support members and a cover. In the erect configuration the first and second support members extend from a first side of the sitting surface to a second substantially opposed side of the sitting surface along opposite sides of the longitudinal axis of the sitting surface. The first and second support members support the cover such that the cover extends over at least a portion of the sitting surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2019
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Allen Keith Holland
  • Publication number: 20210321783
    Abstract: A modular Soft Seating Convertible Chair is provided comprising a body having a seat attached to a back side, a plurality of zippers and at least two webbing straps attached at opposite ends of the body. The Soft Seating Convertible Chair can be converted into a chair or a table by configuring embedded common zippers to employ the convertible feature according to the individual needs and circumstances. The Soft Seating Convertible Chair is made of shredded foam inside the body in order to achieve an optimal balance between comfort and support for the end user. The Soft Seating Convertible Chair further comprises internal baffles to create chambers for the shredded foam. Foam material used with the modular Soft Seating Convertible Chair can be compressed during product shipment, thereby allowing the Soft Seating Convertible Chair to be packed tightly in a shipping container (e.g., a carton) without impacting the functionality of the finished product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Kacie Sodergren, Marcia Lane, Laura Tadt, Amber Hove
  • Publication number: 20210321784
    Abstract: A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a roller carriage forward and backwards. The roller carriage includes wheels which move along rails supported below a rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform. The roller carriage includes a lifter which raises and lowers a roller independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the roller may be raised or lowered. The roller moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Isaac T. Freelend, Jacob J. Neuenswander, Jason J. Stokesbary
  • Publication number: 20210321785
    Abstract: An adjustable bed includes a head frame assembly, a first slidable assembly having a slidable assembly base and slidable assembly sides slidable within lower C steel brackets; head lift arm bracket assemblies pivotally connected to the slidable assembly sides; and a head lift platform mounted on the head lift arm bracket assemblies, an upper seat platform mounted on the first slidable assembly, and a lower seat platform movably attached onto the higher C steel bracket; a second slidable assembly with a spacing bracket having a guiding slot mounted on the slidable assembly base and the fixing bracket being mounted on the lower seat platform, and the connecting bolt mounted on the fixing bracket and received in the guiding slot; and a head lift motor secured to the head frame assembly for operably driving the head lift arm bracket assemblies in head lift forward or backward direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Wei Wang, Jian Xie
  • Publication number: 20210321786
    Abstract: A system is disclosed for facilitating maneuvering of a mattress with respect to a foundation. Systems may include two separate covers; a single cover; a single cover in combination with a surface embedded in the mattress or foundation; or embedded surfaces in the mattress and the foundation. One or more of the covers may include a slick surface, and one or more of the embedded surfaces may be a slick surface, to facilitate maneuvering of the mattress.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: William John Scarleski
  • Publication number: 20210321787
    Abstract: According to an embodiment, a structure is detachably attached to a bed apparatus. The bed apparatus includes a holder and a first frame that includes a portion extending in a first direction. The structure includes: a first portion of a columnar shape extending in a second direction that intersects the first direction; and a second portion continuous to the first portion and including a portion extending in a third direction that intersects the second direction. The first portion is inserted in the holder so that the holder holds the structure. When the structure is attached to the bed apparatus, an angle between the first direction and the third direction is variable. The structure that can facilitate aid of bed departure can be provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2019
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Yusuke SASAKI
  • Publication number: 20210321788
    Abstract: A modular mattress comprising a plurality of modules configured to be positioned adjacent to each other forming a unique body having a support surface for a user, and comprising a plurality of engagement elements configured to reversibly engage a first and a second module of said plurality of modules, for avoiding movement from a correct relative position. The plurality of modules comprises a group of modules providing respective through holes aligned and oriented along a first predetermined direction, said aligned through holes being arranged to form a passageway passing through said modules of each group. There is one connection element configured to be positioned within said passageway, each connection element being provided at opposite ends, with respective engagement elements for reversibly engaging with respective engagement elements of a first and a second end module positioned, respectively, at opposite sides of each group of modules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Rocco LUIGI
  • Publication number: 20210321789
    Abstract: A system to support a human body is disclosed which includes a case comprising, a top layer having a top surface and a bottom surface and a bottom layer having an inner top surface and an outer bottom surface, a plurality of particles filling the space between the top and bottom layers within the case, a fluid dispense system coupled to the case and adapted to move a working fluid between the plurality of particles, at least one pressure sensor coupled to the case and adapted to provide a signal corresponding to a load placed thereon, and a controller adapted to continually receive the signal from the at least one pressure sensor, actuate the fluid dispensing system for a predetermined amount of time, in response to a change in the signal from the at least one pressure sensor, and receive input from a user control panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Tyler Schultz, Stephen Damm, Daniel Schmidt, Daniel Biehl, Curtis Syswerda
  • Publication number: 20210321790
    Abstract: The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated airbed. The internal support structure may include an internal support wall connected to side panels by one or more side support beams. The internal support structure may further include corner support walls and a plurality of internal support beams to provide additional support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Victor Hugo Ocegueda Gallaga, Yifeng Zhang, Chaolong Lan, Minglian Ma
  • Publication number: 20210321791
    Abstract: Disclosed are discrete gravity feed merchandise-advancement seats for use on a shelf support. The seats have a width having two sides and a length, a merchandise-advancement mechanism retention element disposed on each side along the length, and a merchandise-advancement mechanism disposed in retention elements. A driver is disposed in combination with the seat. A guide channel on each side of the driver surrounds the two retention elements so that the driver can traverse the length of the seat and provide vertical and horizontal stability to the driver. The seats may have attachment mechanisms on front and rear edges that attach to mating attachment mechanisms proximal the front and rear of the shelf support. Dividers cooperate with the seats to provide merchandise display channels. Attachment mechanisms disposed proximal the front and rear of the shelf support allow for adjustable lateral placement of the seats and dividers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Yeyang SUN
  • Publication number: 20210321792
    Abstract: The invention relates to a shelf element (1) for a shelf of a rack. The shelf element (1) comprises an upper side (2), a lower side (3) and an elongated main body (6). The main body (6), as seen in cross-section, has two limb portions (6.1, 6.2) and an intermediate portion (6.3) located therebetween, wherein the intermediate portion (6.3) is assigned to the upper side (2) of the shelf element (1). The main body (6) also has at least one through-passage opening (7) that passes through at least one of the limb portions (6.1, 6.2) and/or the intermediate portion (6.3) transversely with respect to the longitudinal extent of the main body (6). In addition at least one coupling location (10) is provided in each case in the area of the longitudinal-side ends (8, 9) of the shelf element (1), which coupling location (10) is configured to couple an add-on part and/or a shelf component and/or a rack component. At least one rib (12) is provided, which is assigned to the intermediate portion (6.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2019
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Rickard NILSSON
  • Publication number: 20210321793
    Abstract: A product management display system for merchandising product on a shelf includes a divider secured to a support structure and a barrier that is moveable by rotation between a folded position and an upright position without a rotation biasing element. A product positioned in the system can contact the barrier when the product moves toward the forward end of the system and rotate the barrier from the folded position to the upright position. The system may include a rotational mounting structure to which the moveable barrier is connected. The rotational mounting structure may be removably connected to the forward end of the divider. The merchandise display system may be used in conjunction with a product tray which provides for product stored in the product tray to be slid from in the product tray into the product pocket of the merchandise display system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Stephen N. Hardy, Stuart Parsons
  • Publication number: 20210321794
    Abstract: A merchandising system that improves the merchandising of product by limiting the number and the frequency with which product can be removed from, for example, a merchandising shelf. The merchandising system may include a base configured to support product and a housing configured to engage the base. The housing may comprise a top wall, a first side wall, a second side wall, and a front retaining wall mounted to the base at an angle. The system may further include a spring-urged pusher movably mounted on the base. The system may further include an opening defined by the first side wall and the front retaining wall through which product may be removed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Stephen N. Hardy
  • Publication number: 20210321795
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a rotatable platform riser system used for capturing imagery of objects from one angle or multiple angles with a seamless pure white background without reflections or shadows. The rotatable platform riser system comprises a turntable platform; a rotatory drive mechanism operably coupled to the turntable platform for rotating the turntable platform along its vertical axis; a riser comprising a substantially round open top and a substantially round bottom, an upright wall extending from the bottom to the top defining volume of the riser, the riser mounted or resting on the turntable platform at the bottom; and a riser platform having a top surface and a bottom surface, the riser platform having a diameter same or larger than the diameter of the top of the riser, the riser platform mounted or resting over the top of the riser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Michael Allen, Jasper Michalczik, Jeremy Fissell
  • Publication number: 20210321796
    Abstract: A Healthy Hand Tool (HHT) that provides a device to help users to manipulate public items without requiring human touch is disclosed. The tool includes a poking tool having a top end and a bottom end, an open manipulation tool having a top edge, a bottom edge, and an opening in one side exposing a cavity, and a handle coupled to the bottom edge of the open manipulation tool. The poking tool extends away from the top edge of an open manipulation tool in the opposite direction of a handle, and the poking tool is coupled to the open manipulation tool along the top edge of the open manipulation tool at the back end of the top edge. The top edge of the open manipulation tool is coupled to the bottom end of the poking tool. The open manipulation tool has an oval shape with opposing straight sides running between the top edge and the bottom edge, and the opening in the open manipulation tool extends the majority of the length of an open side between the top edge and the bottom edge.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Scott Fitzgerald
  • Publication number: 20210321797
    Abstract: A hook for hanging a basket. A hook includes a wing member which helps in pressing two arms for easy removal of the basket. The hook includes a one way hook for holding a metal loop firmly therein. The hook is inserted into the metal loop and upon insertion of the hook, the metal loop stays firmly in a place thereof held by the one way hook that restricts the metal loop coming out of the hook. The hook provides the combined benefits of both metal hanger and convenience of plastic hanger. The hook is easy and fast to attach and remove if necessary.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Applicant: Concept Plastics Limited
    Inventor: Arun Kulkarni
  • Publication number: 20210321798
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a vase apparatus. The vase apparatus comprises: a vase supported by a ground engagement mechanism such that the vase can be displaced from the ground engagement mechanism. The ground engagement mechanism is arranged to enable the vase to be presented substantially vertically; and at least one displaceable portion extending from the ground engagement mechanism or the vase is provided. Each displaceable portion includes a plurality of apertures for receiving bunches of flowers or stems of individual flowers or plants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2018
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Samantha HARUNA
  • Publication number: 20210321799
    Abstract: A fitted pillow cover having a body of a single piece of satin or cotton fabric that has a tubular channel formed around its perimeter, and an elastic cord assembly comprising an elastic cord and ribbons that is received in the tubular channel with each of the ribbons emanating from an opening in the tubular channel. The elastic cord, which in its relaxed state is typically shorter than the length of the perimeter of the tubular channel, causes the tubular channel and fabric proximate the channel to bunch and fold over on itself. The ribbons are wider than the diameter of the tubular channel and the channel opening, preventing the ends of the elastic cord assembly from being pulled into the channel. The single piece of fabric with its perimeter folded over by the elastic cord assembly forms into a pocket that can be received over pillows of various sizes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Leslie Wakeham
  • Publication number: 20210321800
    Abstract: A head position retaining pillow, has a pillow, formed of a soft material adapted to receive head of the user. The pillow has a bottom surface and a first central surface, which forms a first angled surface between the front surface of the pillow and the top surface of the pillow. The angle is 30-40 degrees. First and second end caps, border respectively on first and second sides of the first central surface, and are spaced by a distance which is effective to discourage the user from rolling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: John R. Carver
  • Publication number: 20210321801
    Abstract: A microwavable bowl plate system to support transporting hot kitchen bowls from underneath, preventing physical burns to skin. The size and curved center hole allows for various sized kitchen bowls to sit sturdy in the center top of the bowl plate while being used in household microwaves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2020
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventor: Andrew Mikhael