Patents Issued in May 9, 2024
  • Publication number: 20240148131
    Abstract: A protective case system for use with an electronic device includes a protective case and a flexible tether. The protective case includes a shell configured for receiving and removably retaining an electronic device. The flexible tether has a first end and a second end where the first end of the tether is attached to the protective case. The protective case system also includes a device grip mounting platform attached to the second end of the tether. The protective case system also includes a device grip configured to be removably attachable to the protective case and to the device grip mounting platform, alternatively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: DAVID J. BOHMAN, JONATHAN B. RAYESKI
  • Publication number: 20240148132
    Abstract: A toothbrush head and manufacturing method, having a head with bristles that is coupled to a gripping handle, the head having two opposite bases, an outer one and an inner one, which are linked to each other by a central bridge that defines an intermediate separation space therebetween. There are a set of outer bristles and another set of inner bristles, which emerge facing each other from the respective inner faces of the opposite bases, and a set of central bristles emerging from the central bridge and perpendicular to the rest of bristles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: ZIZ DENTAL CARE S.L.
    Inventors: Paul VICTORIA MANCY, Carlos MARTÍN GASCÓN
  • Publication number: 20240148133
    Abstract: A brush for cleaning a wafer includes a core extending lengthwise in a first direction, a brushing roller arranged on an outer circumferential surface of the core and having a first region and a second region defined at an outer circumferential surface of the brushing roller, a plurality of first brushing bristles extending from the first region in a radial direction of the brushing roller, wherein the radial direction of the brushing roller is perpendicular to the first direction, and a plurality of second brushing bristles extending from the second region in the radial direction of the brushing roller. Each of the plurality of first brushing bristles has a first shape, and each of the plurality of second brushing bristles has a second shape different from the first shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jeongmin Na, Songyun Kang, Sungyong Park
  • Publication number: 20240148134
    Abstract: A paintbrush with a bristle cover member configured to cover the bristle members in the second position of the cover member. The present invention includes a handle portion and a bristle portion integrally formed. A cover member is releasably secured to the handle portion above the bristle portion. The cover member is configured to have a first position and a second position. In the first position the cover member is in a rolled position against the handle portion. In the second position, the cover member is deployed so as to completely cover the bristle portion extending downward from the handle portion to which the upper end is secured. The bottom end of the cover member includes an opening which is configured to be transitioned to a closed position with a closure member. The closure member is secured around the perimeter of the opening at the bottom of the cover member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Dave Neal Wrubleski
  • Publication number: 20240148135
    Abstract: A modular table assembly comprising first and second table units, each table unit including a top planar surface, a bottom surface and a plurality of respective first and second unit foot connectors located on the bottom surfaces of the table units. The assembly further comprising a plurality of foot members for supporting the first and second table units and being selectively connectable in one of a first configuration in which unit connectors are connected to a corresponding one of the first unit foot connectors and to a corresponding one of the second unit foot connectors to thereby connect together the first and second table units positioned adjacent each other, and a second configuration in which the unit connectors are all connected to a single one of the first and second unit foot connectors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Frederic AUBE, Marjorie LEBREUX
  • Publication number: 20240148136
    Abstract: A kit is provided that, when assembled, forms a unit of furniture. The kit includes side panels that can reversibly slide into an opening formed in the sides of the front and side panels. The kit may include multiple locking pins and cleats to restrict movement of the top and side panels. The kit may include positioning wedges and/or locking wedges to restrict relative movement of the panels and thus improve the stability of the unit. Also provided are methods of assembling the unit of furniture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Crawford & Burke Company Limited
    Inventors: Albert Jean DeSmet, Justin Albert DeSmet
  • Publication number: 20240148137
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a cabinet unit and a cabinet system. The cabinet unit includes a plurality of side walls consisting of a plurality of side wall units. A plurality of cabinet units are connected to one another to form the cabinet system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: An-Ping CHANG
  • Publication number: 20240148138
    Abstract: Systems and methods for storing containers having at least one support assembly and a plurality of supporting members for supporting sufficiently cylindrical containers in an orientation that preserves cork integrity while allowing for full view of a label applied to the surface of the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: MATTHEW ROBERT ROYSTON
  • Publication number: 20240148139
    Abstract: A barrel rack system that may be modular and customizable to fit an existing storage space. The barrel rack system may include first and second rack units, each defining a hexagonal storage cell that is configured to hold and store a barrel. The first and second rack units may be detachably coupled together so that the hexagonal storage cells thereof are adjacent and parallel to one another. The first and second rack units, when coupled together, may collectively define an elevated storage cell that is capable of holding/storing yet another barrel. The elevated storage cell may be offset relative to the hexagonal storage cells. Additional rack units may be coupled to the first and second rack units horizontally and/or vertically to effectively conform the barrel rack system to the existing storage space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: John F. Paulick
  • Publication number: 20240148140
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of vehicle-mounted movable drawers, and in particular, to a drawer track combining extruded aluminum profiles and spherical bearings, and a vehicle-mounted storage drawer. The drawer track includes a movable sliding rail plate and a bearing fixing plate which are mutually guided and are in sliding fit; the movable sliding rail plate and the bearing fixing plate are both made of extruded aluminum profiles; a hollow sliding rail is extruded and formed on one side of the movable sliding rail plate, and curved slideways are formed by inward sinking along an upper part and a lower part of the hollow sliding rail; the bearing fixing plate is rotatably connected with a plurality of outer spherical bearings corresponding to the curved slideways; the bearing fixing plate is extruded to form a thickened bar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Guanwen Wang
  • Publication number: 20240148141
    Abstract: A furniture barrier assembly includes a pair of arms that each has a hinged member positionable in a first position allowing each of the arms to be slid beneath a cushion on a first article of furniture. The hinged member is positionable in a second position defining an angle facilitating each of the arms to be hooked onto a second article of furniture. A panel is attached to the pair of arms and the panel extends between the first article of furniture and a floor upon which the first article of furniture is positioned to inhibit an object from sliding beneath the first article of furniture. The panel extends between a lower threshold of the second article of furniture and a floor upon which the second article of furniture is positioned to inhibit an object from sliding beneath the second article of furniture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Carey Betbeze
  • Publication number: 20240148142
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a display holder comprising: a fixed frame (10) which is installed in an installation wall surface (1) and provided with an inclined rotary shaft (12) that is inclined downward toward the front side; a rotation bar (20) which forms a predetermined angle ? with the inclined rotary shaft (12) of the fixed frame (10) and has one end rotatably coupled to the inclined rotary shaft (12) so as to have a predetermined rotation trajectory about the inclined rotary shaft (12), and is inclined upward toward the front side when located at the highest point of the rotation trajectory; and a sliding bar (30) which has one end slidably coupled to the other end of the rotation bar (20), expands and contracts from the rotation bar (20) according to the rotation trajectory of the rotation bar (20), and has a display (2) mounted to the other end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Il Yong SEO
  • Publication number: 20240148143
    Abstract: A multi-layered lighted painting and etching easel assembly includes an easel portion having length-adjustable frame legs extending and being wedged between a floor and ceiling. The easel portion includes lower support blocks for receiving an edge of a transparent easel workpiece. The easel portion includes lower retaining blocks configured to receive an edge of the easel workpiece and is slidably and lockingly movable in and out of the lower notch. The assembly includes a holder portion displaced from the easel portion that includes a holding plate that defines a window. The holding plate may include a bottom face having support rods extending forwardly for supporting the workpiece(s). The easel assembly includes a display portion situated rearwardly of the holder portion, and that includes a light panel mounted to a rear of the holding plate that is operable to direct light toward the window and through the workpieces when energized.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: John Schwind
  • Publication number: 20240148144
    Abstract: Provided are an elderly chair support and an elderly chair.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Long LI, Qiqi YE, Liming YANG, Weiyao ZHOU, Bin SHEN, Kangming TAO, Guowei WANG
  • Publication number: 20240148145
    Abstract: A seat bracket includes a base mechanism, an electric motor, a transmission mechanism, and a telescopic mechanism, where the transmission mechanism includes a transmission piece, a transmission rod, and a link, the transmission piece and the transmission rod are rotatably connected through the link, the transmission piece is rotatably connected to the telescopic mechanism, the transmission rod is rotatably connected to the base mechanism, the electric motor, an output end of the electric motor is connected to the transmission rod, and the electric motor is configured to drive the transmission rod to cause the transmission rod to drive the transmission piece and the link to rotate so that the telescopic mechanism extends or retracts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Long LI, Qiqi YE, Liming YANG, Weiyao ZHOU, Bin SHEN, Kangming TAO, Guowei WANG
  • Publication number: 20240148146
    Abstract: A foldable chair comprises two front leg pipes, two rear leg pipes, and a seat plate. Each of the two front leg pipes is sleeved with an outer sleeve, and an insert member moves in a radial direction to connect a corresponding one of the two front leg pipes and the outer sleeve in series. An inner end of the insert member extends inward and toward a corresponding one of two sides of the seat plate, and the inner end of the insert member is connected to the corresponding one of the two sides of the seat plate, or the inner end of the insert member is connected to the corresponding one of the two sides of the seat plate through a sliding sleeve. Part of weight is transmitted to the corresponding one of the two front leg pipes and the outer sleeve through the outer sleeve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Luhao LENG
  • Publication number: 20240148147
    Abstract: A foldable chair is provided. The foldable chair includes two supporting side frames, two connecting plates, a seat plate and a back plate. The two supporting side frames are each formed with a first supporting part and a second supporting part. The two connecting plates are arranged between the two supporting side frames and are pivotally connected to the two supporting side frames. The seat plate is arranged between the first supporting parts of the two supporting side frames, and both sides of the seat plate are pivotally connected to the first supporting parts of the two supporting side frames. An inner side of at least one of the two supporting side frames, the two connecting plates, the seat plate, or the back plate is formed with a reinforcement structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Marshall Q. Siao
  • Publication number: 20240148148
    Abstract: A foldable metal frame sofa includes a metal frame, a seat cushion, a back cushion and two armrests. The metal frame includes a seat frame, a backrest frame and a front baffle. The backrest frame is detachably mounted on a rear edge of the seat frame and is foldable with respect to the seat frame. The front baffle is foldably mounted on a front edge of the seat frame with respect to the seat frame. The seat cushion is removably disposed on the seat frame. The back cushion is removably disposed on the backrest frame. The two armrests are respectively located at a left side and a right side of the metal frame, and each of the two armrests is detachably mounted and connected to an end portion of the seat frame and an end portion of the backrest frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: JIYIN SHAO
  • Publication number: 20240148149
    Abstract: A locking mechanism for a smart automated chair is provided. The chair is operable to move a seat between a horizontal seating position and a vertical downward standing position. When moving to the horizontal seating position, in some instances a user may sit on the seat before it has reached a locked horizontal position, this can increase a risk of the seat slipping or otherwise releasing to a downward vertical position, causing risk of inconvenience to a user, the locking mechanism herein addresses this issue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Mark Kapij, Jose Chavarria, Lorenz Klauser, Stefan Stalder
  • Publication number: 20240148150
    Abstract: A multi-purpose folding chair is provided. The chair includes two supporting side plates arranged in a corresponding configuration, two connecting plates, a seat plate, and a kneeling plate. Each of the two connecting plates is formed with a first folding line. The two connecting plates are arranged between the two supporting side plates and pivotally connected to the two supporting side plates, such that the two connecting plates are foldable in a flat manner along the first folding line. The seat plate is formed with a second folding line and is arranged between the two supporting side plates. Two sides of the seat plate respectively and pivotally connected to the two supporting side plates. The seat plate is foldable in a flat manner through the second folding line. The kneeling plate is formed with a third folding line and is arranged between the two supporting side plates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Marshall Q. Siao
  • Publication number: 20240148151
    Abstract: A furniture may include a frame structure (4) and a seat cushion arrangement (6). The frame structure (4) may include an elongated platform (8), wherein the platform (8) and the seat cushion arrangement (6) are adapted so that the seat cushion arrangement may be supported by the platform in a first operative state in which at least a substantial portion of an elongated upper surface of the seat cushion arrangement adjacent a first longitudinally extending lateral end of the elongated platform is inclined in relation to a horizontal plane (HP) towards the first longitudinally extending lateral end of the elongated platform for establishing an elongated sitting area for a plurality of users.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: IKEA Supply AG
    Inventor: Benny ANDERSSON
  • Publication number: 20240148152
    Abstract: A bed assembly includes a frame and a mattress receivable on the frame, the mattress including a plurality of longitudinally-extending sections and at least one bladder. The at least one bladder is inflatable to increase a width of the mattress.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Nathalie Vachon
  • Publication number: 20240148153
    Abstract: Patient support apparatus is known which include a bolster for supporting a person propped-up in bed to prevent that person from slipping down the bed. It is important, however, to be able to remove and/or deflate the bolster quickly if the patient needs urgent medical attention. The patient support apparatus herein comprises a sheet having a pocket, and an inflated bolster removably received therein, such that in use with the sheet arranged on the bed, the bolster is arrangeable between the person's pelvis and knees, wherein the inflated bolster includes an outer relatively low-friction sleeve for aiding the insertion and removal of the bolster into and out of the pocket, and wherein the bolster comprises a dump valve at one end thereof for rapid deflation of the bolster if necessary, the low-friction sleeve comprising a handle at one end thereof to aid removal of the bolster from the pocket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Jonathan Cooper
  • Publication number: 20240148154
    Abstract: Disclosed is a multi-segment foldable bed guard rail, comprising a guard rail body with extension portions respectively articulated to the left side and the right side of the guard rail body, a first pivoting member is provided in the middle of the guard rail body, second pivoting members are respectively articulated to the left side and the right side of the guard rail body, the two extension portions are respectively articulated to the second pivoting members, and support portions insertable under a mattress are connected to the bottom of the guard rail body. The multi-segment foldable bed guard rail can have the advantages that a space occupied is small during storage on the premising of achieving the functions of a conventional foldable bed guard rail; specifically designed to fit a carry-on case to meet the user's travel needs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: CEZARY MICHAL HARBAR, MIAO ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20240148155
    Abstract: Provided are: a seat skin material which is composed of a solid knit fabric that achieves both seating comfort and heating comfort and that further exhibits excellent abrasion resistance; and a seat comprising said seat skin material. A seat skin material according to the present disclosure is composed of a solid knit fabric that comprises: a front-layer knitted fabric; a back-layer knitted fabric; and a connecting strand that connects the front-layer knitted fabric and the back-layer knitted fabric.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Asahi Kasei Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventor: Misako Yamamuro
  • Publication number: 20240148156
    Abstract: The present utility model discloses a foldable breathable mat, comprising an inner core sheathed with an outer cover outside. Several folding marks are arranged on the outer cover, and a zipper is provided on the outer cover. According to the present utility model, several breathable holes are formed on the surface of a mesh cloth cover, an inner mat is made of air fiber, and a visible whole body is highly breathable, thereby solving the safety risk of possible suffocation. The three-fold and two-fold design is conducive to storage and portability. The mesh cloth cover may achieve quick drying and faster drying speed, and the air fiber mat may also be washed all over the body to prolong the service lifetime and reduce the storage conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Tao WU
  • Publication number: 20240148157
    Abstract: In one example, this disclosure describes an adjustable bed system that includes first and second adjustable foundations, at least one first motor to adjust the first adjustable foundation, at least one second motor to adjust the second adjustable foundation, a configurable device having a first state and a second state, and a central controller in communication with the device, the controller configured to receive an input representing one of the first state and the second state, the controller including a processor configured to control the at least one first motor and the at least one second motor based on the received input.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Stacy Marie Stusynski, John McGuire, Yi-ching Chen
  • Publication number: 20240148158
    Abstract: A foamless, generally self-inflating sleeping pad comprises, in one embodiment, an inflatable sleeping pad frame to which is attached fabric top and bottom layers which are stretched into place when the frame is inflated. In a second embodiment, the frame and top and bottom layers of the sleeping pad are constructed of fabric however a central inflatable structure is provided, for example in the form of a “Z” shaped inflatable structure. In all cases, atmospheric air fills the interior volume of the sleeping pad and if required, a small volume of air may be added to the cavity by means of a two-way valve to increase the firmness of the sleeping pad.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Camon Brensinger, Noah Pitchforth
  • Publication number: 20240148159
    Abstract: Various aspects of the present disclosure are directed to a valve system. In one example embodiment, a valve system is disclosed including: at least two compressed air valves that pressurize/inflate an object by means of compressed air, the object having at least two air chambers which are independent of one another, a printed circuit board including first and second surfaces, a supply opening and at least one outlet bore, and at least one compressed air inlet. Where the at least two compressed air valves are each associated with a respective one of the at least two chambers, and at least one compressed air valve is arranged on the first surface of the printed circuit board, and the second surface of the printed circuit board opposite the first surface acts as a sealing surface for the at least one compressed air inlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2020
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Alexander MALZL, Andreas MALZL, Johannes MALZL, Hans MALZL
  • Publication number: 20240148160
    Abstract: A chair seat has a frame having a groove on the outer side wall of the frame and substantially extending around the frame, a cover having a drawstring incorporated in a hem which substantially extends around the cover, the hem and drawstring being disposed in the groove, and at least one edging strip disposed in the groove which constrains the hem and drawstring of the mesh cover and holds it taut.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Blue Cube (GB) Ltd
    Inventors: Russell PLANT, Daniel HO
  • Publication number: 20240148161
    Abstract: A child containment system has a child containment structure with a bottom and a perimeter wall surrounding the bottom. A bassinet has an infant support surface and a surrounding wall around the infant support surface. The bassinet can be mounted to the child containment structure with the infant support surface elevated above the bottom of the child containment structure. An infant support unit can have a frame, a bed supported by the frame, and legs that extend from one end infant support unit to the distal second end. The infant support unit is configured for use in a first operational mode in which the infant support unit at least partially positioned within the child containment structure with the bed overlying the bassinet's infant support surface, and with a portion of the legs contacting the bassinet's infant support surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: GRACO CHILDREN'S PRODUCTS INC.
    Inventors: John (Jason) C. Arnold, IV, Brandon Burkholder, Annette Stella, Matthew Rivera
  • Publication number: 20240148162
    Abstract: A dual-axis swivel bracket for a deck railing section is disclosed. The bracket is simultaneously adjustable along a first axis and a perpendicular second axis. When one end of the bracket is attached to a post and the other is attached to a rail, the position of the rail may be moved through a wide range of motion to allow for a wide range of installation designs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Chang CHEN TAI, Yu YOUN-FU
  • Publication number: 20240148163
    Abstract: A foldable swing frame is provided and includes a seat assembly, a lateral support, a joint assembly and a bottom leg assembly. The lateral support is located beside the seat assembly. The seat assembly is assembled with the lateral support. The joint assembly is installed on the lateral support. The bottom leg assembly is for standing the foldable swing frame. The bottom leg assembly is assembled with the joint assembly. The bottom leg assembly is pivotally connected to the lateral support by the joint assembly, and the bottom leg assembly is switchable between a folded position and an unfolded position relative to the lateral support by the joint assembly. One or more embodiments of the foldable swing frame can be folded compactly to reduce an occupied space of the foldable swing frame without detachment of the seat assembly for easy transportation and easy storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Manqun CHENG
  • Publication number: 20240148164
    Abstract: A breathable crib bed and bumper system includes a bed frame having a plurality of raised side panels, an open top end and an open bottom end. A series of air holes are positioned through each of the raised side panels, and connectors are positioned along the outer surfaces of each of the raised side panels. A breathable mesh topper is connected to the frame by the connectors and is suspended above the open top end of the frame. Impact resistant padding is positioned along the frame panels. A breathable crib bumper having a flat bottom surface is positioned between the bottom of the frame and a crib support. The bumper includes a plurality of breathable raised side walls that are connected to the raised side walls of the crib.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Mary Ackerman, Ruth Ackerman
  • Publication number: 20240148165
    Abstract: A display case including a frame with a first fastener, a door with a second fastener, and a bracket coupling the door to the frame is described. The bracket has a first end coupled a second end. The first end is pivotably coupled to the frame by the first fastener. The first end includes a first pair of spring arms having a first slot to couple to the first fastener and to allow the door to pivot between open and closed positions. The second end is slideably coupled to the door by the second fastener. The second end has detents on a second pair of spring arms and a second slot to allow the second fastener of the door to slide as the door is pivoted between open and closed positions. A first detent is positioned further from the first end of the bracket than a second detent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Praveen Chandrashekaraiah, Shriram Kumar, David Briggs Baugh, Adrian Rodriguez, Dexter Maluto
  • Publication number: 20240148166
    Abstract: A pegboard hanger assembly that secures firmly to commercially available pegboards and accommodates for typical variations in board thickness and hole diameter while maintaining a firm, wobble-free connection. The pegboard hanger assembly includes: a hanger including a hanger base and a pin projecting from a rear surface thereof; and a grommet adapted to receive the pin. A rear-facing curved hook, made from a resiliently flexible material, inserts into a hole in the pegboard, creating a pre-load when fully installed. Pre-load is maintained by the interaction of (1) the pin protruding from the rear of the hanger base; (2) the grommet; and (3) the hole of the pegboard. Using two pegboard holes to create and maintain a clamping force (via pre-load) eliminates a majority of hanger wobble.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Lawrence Segrest, Elizabeth Johnson
  • Publication number: 20240148167
    Abstract: A merchandiser for storing a product for purchase by a customer is provided. The merchandiser includes: a housing that defines a cavity for storing the product; and a controller for facilitating a transaction for the product at the merchandiser. The controller includes one or more processors coupled to one or more memory devices. The one or more memory devices have instructions stored therein that are executable by the one or more processors to cause the controller to: receive an input to initiate the transaction for the product; unlock a door of the merchandiser to enable a removal of the product based on receiving the input; initiate a timer that defines an unlock time duration for the door; override the unlock time duration based on a received input; lock the door of the merchandiser based on the override; and charge the customer for the product of the transaction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Leer, Inc.
    Inventors: William M. Huffar, Stephen J. Dieter, Terry D. Matt, John A. Miller, Nicholas A. Truesdale
  • Publication number: 20240148168
    Abstract: The invention relates to a basket lifting-stacking machine, for lifting baskets by means of a rack-and-pinion lifting system driven by a single-phase self-braking motor so that the customer can lift the basket to the height that best suits their own height, with automatic movement of the basket towards the basket-stacking module, by means of conveyor belts and an electromagnet driven by a linear actuator, and automatic basket stacking with a platform that adapts its height to the number of baskets stacked by means of a scissor lift system driven by a linear actuator with a potentiometer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Jose Antonio Cano Gomez
  • Publication number: 20240148169
    Abstract: A method for drying to increase the useful life of botanicals and shorten the time to market after harvest of the botanicals. The method may include flash freezing the botanicals, at a desired optimal temperature range, soon after harvest. The method may include storing the frozen botanicals indefinitely prior to drying. The method may include drying the frozen botanicals using a lyophilizer at a desired optimal temperature and pressure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2021
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Eric Young
  • Publication number: 20240148170
    Abstract: A pillow for supporting a user's head having comprising framing portions made of a soft material that conforms to applied pressure while providing support when a user's head leans against the framing portions. A connecting portion extends between the framing portions to form a pillow body with the framing portions. The pillow body is configured to surround a user's head and to position the framing portions in front of and on opposing sides of the user's head. A pair of shells are attached to corresponding framing portions. The pair of shells are made of a strong flexible material. At least one strap extends from at least one of the pair of shells. The at least one strap is configured to connect one of the framing portions to the other framing portion thereby stabilizing the user's head within the pillow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: David B. Sternlight, Thorben Neu
  • Publication number: 20240148171
    Abstract: A beverage brewing pot includes a first pot liner, a second pot liner, a water-air pump and a controller. A brewing chamber is arranged between the first pot liner and the second pot liner. The first pot liner, the second pot liner and the brewing chamber are in communication. At least the first pot liner is sealed during operation. A first water-level sensor is provided at the top of the first pot liner, and a second water-level sensor is provided at the top of the second pot liner. The controller controls the water-air pump to feed air to the first pot liner to direct the water to flow into the second pot liner. The controller controls the water-air pump to operate reversely, such that the water in the second pot liner is pumped back to the first pot liner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Weidong ZHANG
  • Publication number: 20240148172
    Abstract: An aroma container for adding an aroma substance to an air flow flowing through the aroma container comprises an upper wall (12), a lower wall (14) as well as at least one side wall (16, 18), which surrounds the aroma chamber, at least one air inlet opening (48) into the aroma chamber as well as at least one air outlet opening (24) from the aroma chamber, wherein an aroma substance, preferably in the form of an aroma concentrate, is present in the aroma chamber, the aroma substance being preferably applied to a carrier substance (42), wherein the aroma container further comprises a means for improved release of the aroma substance to the air flow flowing through the aroma container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: air up group GmbH
    Inventors: Fabian Schlang, Tim Jäger
  • Publication number: 20240148173
    Abstract: A multi-conforming beverage holder having a main body and a cuff. The main body is formed from one or more panels of insulating material having various edges, and the cuff is formed from one or more panels of elastic material having various edges. The edges of the main body are connected to generally form a cylinder having sidewalls, a bottom wall, and an open top edge. The edges of the cuff are connected to generally form a cylinder having sidewalls and open top and bottom edges. The open bottom edge of the cuff is connected to the open top edge of the main body. The cuff is operable to be folded downward from an unfolded position to a folded position to accommodate beverage vessels of various shapes and sizes. The holder may also include one or more grippers formed from nonslip material disposed on inner surfaces of the sidewalls of the main body and/or cuff, to retain beverage vessels more securely within the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Candabra LLC
    Inventor: Marilyn Riemer
  • Publication number: 20240148174
    Abstract: This present invention relates a beverage container carrier comprising a cylindrical vessel receiver for receiving a beverage container, one or more of a tension tab, and one or more of a tension fin. When a beverage container is inserted into the cylindrical vessel receiver it contacts the tension fin. The tension fin and tension tab flex outward creating space within the cylindrical vessel receiver for the beverage container and applying retaining pressure to the beverage container holding it securely within the cylindrical vessel receiver. In exemplary embodiments, the beverage container carrier further comprises a handle slot proximate to the open-top rim for receiving the beverage container handle, and an attachment panel having concealed magnet retention slots. One or more magnets are secured in each of the magnet retention slots and orientated such that the magnets secure the beverage container carrier to ferrous metal objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: BevMate, LLC
    Inventors: William D. Bowen, Michael C. Bowen, John W. Bowen
  • Publication number: 20240148175
    Abstract: A garment hanger assembly comprising a paper hanger body and a removable hook is disclosed. The removable hook is either a swivel hook or a fixed hook and includes a hook end and a base end, the base end having at least a front side and a back side, with a fastening mechanism located on either the front or back side, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: Nexgen Packaging LLC
    Inventors: Gary Barker, Michael Low
  • Publication number: 20240148176
    Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a chenille carpet, comprising a three-dimensional breathable base layer (1), wherein a three-dimensional weaved layer (2) made of chenille threads is provided on the three-dimensional breathable base layer (1), and the chenille threads in the three-dimensional weaved layer (2) have a diameter not less than 1 cm. The chenille carpet according to the present disclosure has high breathability, is not easy to trap dirt, and is easy to clean.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventor: Wenzheng Zheng
  • Publication number: 20240148177
    Abstract: A drive assembly with finial connector for a drapery rod system that is configured to facilitate assembly of a drapery rod and finials with the finials aligned with the axis of rotation of the drapery rod and facilitate connection with and disconnection of drapery rod and finials from brackets while assembled. In one or more arrangements, the drive assembly includes a drive coupler, a gearbox, a motor, a control circuit housing positioned within a hollow interior of a drapery rod. In one or more arrangements, the drive assembly includes a lug and a shaft operably connected to an outward end of the control circuit housing. The lug is configured to connect with a bracket. In one or more arrangements, the drive assembly includes a finial connector configured to operably connect with the lug and/or shaft and facilitate connection with a finial aligned with the drapery rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Willis Jay Mullet, Richard Scott Hand, Jon Smidt, Amir Rabbani
  • Publication number: 20240148178
    Abstract: The curtain system may comprise a first portion of a hanger tube that interfaces with a hanger, wherein the hanger interfaces with a guide assembly; a basket that interfaces with a second portion of the hanger tube; and a first portion of a glide that is received into the basket, wherein a second portion of the glide interfaces with a curtain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: KleenEdge, LLC
    Inventor: Karen Goelst
  • Publication number: 20240148179
    Abstract: A tray assembly includes a tray having a top side, an underside opposite the top side, and a plurality of protrusions extending from the underside. Each protrusion defines a recess in the top side and has a bottom wall and a contoured surface connecting the bottom wall to the top side. The tray assembly also includes a diffuser in the form of a plate with a plurality of apertures therethrough. The diffuser is couplable to the tray and positionable a spaced distance above the top side of the tray.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: James Kelly Pool, III, Peter Jerome Ashcraft
  • Publication number: 20240148180
    Abstract: The disclosure provides a coffee machine. The machine includes a main housing, wherein the main housing has: a coffee bean silo; a bean grinding assembly, wherein the bean grinding assembly is connected with a bean outlet of the coffee bean silo; a boiler piston assembly including a coffee machine boiler, a bag pressing mechanism and an ejector mechanism, wherein the coffee machine boiler is connected with a material outlet of the bean grinding assembly, the bag pressing mechanism includes a bag pressing block that is connected with a piston assembly, wherein the piston assembly can drive the bag pressing block to perform bag pressing on coffee in the coffee machine boiler, the ejector mechanism can eject a coffee cake in the coffee machine boiler after the coffee extraction is completed; a coffee grounds box; water tank; a waterway switching mechanism; and a coffee dispensing spout.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2023
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: MING CHENG, XINWU WANG, CHUNLONG HU