Patents Issued in September 5, 2024
  • Publication number: 20240292924
    Abstract: In an example, a foot support is described. The foot support comprises a support portion, an extension portion extending from the support portion, and at least one closable opening formed in the foot support. The extension portion is integral with the support portion. Upon flexing of the foot support by application of a bending force between the support portion and the extension portion, closure of the at least one opening is to prevent further flexing of the foot support beyond a specified angle range.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2021
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Lluis HIERRO DOMENECH, Davinia FONT CALAFELL, Cristina DOMINGUEZ MANCHADO, Jordi CASELLAS LOPEZ, Bernat POLL CRESPO
  • Publication number: 20240292925
    Abstract: A sole includes an upper surface defining a support surface that supports a bottom of a foot of a wearer, a lower surface defining a ground contact surface, and a peripheral surface connecting the upper surface and the lower surface. The upper surface includes an MP joint support region that supports the bottom of the foot at a position corresponding to an MP joint of the foot of the wearer, and the peripheral surface includes a pair of side surfaces including a medial foot side surface located on a medial foot side and a lateral foot side surface located on a lateral foot side. Among the pair of side surfaces, a portion adjacent to the MP joint support region of at least one side surface is provided with an indicator visually indicating that the portion is different from the other portion of the one side surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Hiromichi OTAKE, Hiroaki NISHIMURA, Kenta TATENO, Fumitomo HISHIKAWA, Hiroyuki TAKANO
  • Publication number: 20240292926
    Abstract: A sole includes a midsole, and the midsole includes a toe support portion, a midfoot support portion, and an intervening portion. The sole includes a toe contact surface and a midfoot contact surface. The intervening portion has a recessed portion having a shape recessed from an imaginary curved surface toward a side of a wearer's foot. A length between the imaginary curved surface and the recessed portion is greater than or equal to 13% and less than or equal to 50% of a thickness of a portion of the intervening portion where the recessed portion is provided. The midsole has a front side region surrounded by a front line and a rear line, and an area of the recessed portion in plan view is greater than or equal to 35% and less than or equal to 50% of an area of the front side region in plan view.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Kenta TATENO, Hiroaki NISHIMURA, Yasuo UMETANI, Masanori SAKAGUCHI, Hiromichi OTAKE
  • Publication number: 20240292927
    Abstract: An anti-fatigue shoe apparatus is presented that is designed to reduce foot fatigue and discomfort. The anti-fatigue shoe apparatus makes use of novel combinations of insole, midsole, outsole, and comfort material configurations and designs to provide comfort, support, and flexibility within work footwear. The anti-fatigue shoe apparatus includes a raised arch support piece that cradles the foot's natural arch, reducing torque and improving stability. Toe and heel comfort zones made of cushioning materials provide targeted support and pressure relief. In some embodiments an injection system for providing a liquid comfort material injected into the toe and heel zones through canals in the outsole are presented for customized cushioning. The invention comes in various material combinations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: DECKER BRANCH LLC
    Inventor: Edward Jerome Decker
  • Publication number: 20240292928
    Abstract: Foot support systems for articles of footwear or other foot-receiving devices include a compressor or other gas source used to control gas pressure provided in one or more pressure adjustable fluid-filled bladders used to support a wearer's foot. Additional features relate to fluid flow control systems and methods that include a plurality of valves to control an inflation configuration for supplying gas to the one or more adjustable fluid filled bladders or a deflation configuration for releasing gas from the one or more adjustable fluid filled bladders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Levi J. Patton
  • Publication number: 20240292929
    Abstract: An apparatus for convenient tightening and loosening of strings such as those found in shoelaces of footwear is provided. The apparatus includes a rotating portion within a base portion. A cover portion, when operated in a first position, provides a ratchet movement that allows rotation in a tightening direction while preventing movement in a loosening direction. When the cover is moved to a second position, the ratchet mechanism disengages, and the strings can then be easily loosened.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Sug Whan KIM, Jun Young KIM
  • Publication number: 20240292930
    Abstract: A jewelry piece having a body or housing that defines a cavity sized and shaped to removably receive an interchangeable ornament and a cover or back connected to the body, such that the jewelry piece may be opened or closed. The body and cover magnetically and mechanically engage when the jewelry piece is closed to secure the ornament without the need for excessive force or an additional tool. The magnetic engagement is accomplished by magnets that are located opposite each other when the jewelry piece is closed. The mechanical engagement is accomplished by interlocking mating elements that combine to define a bail when the jewelry piece is closed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: Andria Arie, LLC
    Inventor: R. Alexandria Roi-Sanginario
  • Publication number: 20240292931
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable shelter assembly. The assembly includes a support; and an expandable shelter for being supported by the support and expanding to shelter at least one person. The shelter includes ribs extending from the support. Each rib includes a proximal element pivotally mounted to the support. Each rib further includes a distal element extending from the proximal element and configured to move outwardly to expand the shelter when the proximal element pivots in a first direction. The ribs can be extended independently, one at a time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Mark Andrew Fraser
  • Publication number: 20240292932
    Abstract: A laptop cover is provided. The device includes a rigid housing including a base having a planar upper surface. A plurality of sidewalls extend from a perimeter of the base defining an open end opposite the base, wherein an interior volume of the housing is dimensioned to receive a laptop computer therein. A notch is disposed through one sidewall of the plurality of sidewalls, wherein the notch is dimensioned to receive a cable therethrough. The notch includes an open lower end extending through a distal end of the sidewall. In some embodiments, a storage compartment is disposed within the interior volume on an interior surface of the base. The laptop cover also includes an electromagnetic lock and a communications network that is controlled via a cell phone and mobile app, a mechanical switch, or a Radio Frequency Identification or RFID system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Connie Fiske
  • Publication number: 20240292933
    Abstract: A compressible sleeve and a kit comprising a plurality of compressible sleeves is disclosed herein. The compressible sleeve includes a band and a fastener element. The band is formed as a continuous loop and constructed from an elasticated material, enabling the band to compressively fit around a piece of luggage. The compressible sleeve enables a user to readily identify their luggage from a long distance, and also unifies two or more mismatched pieces of luggage. In addition, tension applied to the luggage via the band enables zipper pull tabs of the luggage to be placed underneath the band and prevented from moving, thus minimizing potential for luggage to be accidentally opened during transit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Lucia Burns
  • Publication number: 20240292934
    Abstract: The invention discloses an electric storage type hair steam perm structure, in particular to the field of electric storage type hair steam perm structures, comprising a device main body, wherein the device main body comprises an upper clamping component and a lower clamping component which is rotatably connected with a rotating shaft of the upper clamping component; A steam generating device is installed in the upper clamping component shell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: YINING ZHANG
  • Publication number: 20240292935
    Abstract: A hair curler includes an out cylinder, a curling bar, a heating member, a hair fork, and a handle; the our cylinder has a first cavity and side notch; the curling bar is arranged in the first cavity and a movable gap is formed between the curling bar and the outer cylinder, the curling bar is provided with a second cavity and several ventilation grooves; the heating member is provided in the second cavity; the hair fork is disposed in the movable gap and connected by a drive assembly mounted in the first cavity; the handle is connected with the out cylinder, the handle is equipped with a fan and a circuit board, which are respectively electrically connected to the fan and the heating member, the airflow blown by the fan passes through the heating element, enters the second cavity, and is discharged from the ventilation slots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Qiongquan LIN
  • Publication number: 20240292936
    Abstract: A mechanism for a container for applying a cosmetic product is designed to cause the cosmetic product to exit by at least one rotational movement. The mechanism includes at least one plastic sheath and one plastic casing external to the sheath, the plastic material of the sheath and the plastic material of the casing are selected from polypropylene and/or polyethylene terephthalate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: ALBEA SERVICES
    Inventors: Marc JOURDAIN, Mark EDMONDSON
  • Publication number: 20240292937
    Abstract: A backpack with cooling and temperature-lowering functionality, which includes a backpack main body with a cavity and shoulder straps. A ring-shaped flexible protrusion is set on the back of the backpack main body, upon which is a flexible support for contact with the human back. A chamber is formed between the back of the backpack main body, the ring-shaped flexible protrusion, and the flexible support. A cooling unit is located on the outer side of the ring-shaped flexible protrusion, comprising a housing that is detachably mounted on the backpack main body, a TEC cooling plate located inside the housing, and a fan. The housing has a cold air nozzle that is inserted through the ring-shaped flexible protrusion and extends into the chamber to input cold air, thereby cooling the human back and making the user feel more comfortable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Fang Zhang
  • Publication number: 20240292938
    Abstract: A backpack carried by a user for securing a rifle, the backpack having a back panel having a cover panel connected to a support panel that when in a closed configuration creates a pass-through element allowing a rifle to be placed therein. The support panel having an attachment facility with at least one internal fastener for securing a rifle. The backpack having at least on support fastener connecting the cover panel to the support panel to put the backpack in a closed configuration. The backpack further having a side attachment facility with at least one lateral containment element and at least one lateral fastener. The rifle having a barrel protruding from between the top ends of the cover panel and support panel, and a stock protruding from between the bottom ends of the cover panel and support panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: SKILI, LLC
    Inventor: Daniel A Bender
  • Publication number: 20240292939
    Abstract: A rig for supporting a tool that comprises webbing configured to be attached to a vertically oriented torso of a person. A rigid frame is attached to the webbing. A first connector is attached to the frame and configured in relation to the frame such that the first connector may swivel about a first elongate axis, whereby the first connector does not move further from, or closer to, the frame shaft when the first connector swivels about the first elongate axis. A first articulation piece having a first end and a second end opposite the first end is provided. The first end is attached to the first connector, and the first connector is configured in relation to the articulation piece so that the articulation piece may pivot about the first connector, whereby the articulation piece moves closer to, alternatively further from, the frame shaft when the articulation piece pivots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Alessandro Di Leo
  • Publication number: 20240292940
    Abstract: Modular carrying systems including one or more chassis configured to be selectively donned by a user, one or more packs configured to selectively retain one or more objects and to be selectively coupled to and decoupled from the chassis via a mounting system. The mounting system includes a first member and a second member configured to interact with one another to removably couple a respective pack to a respective chassis. In some examples, the first and second members collectively define a releasable securing mechanism configured to restrict removal of the pack from the chassis when the first and second members are coupled. In some examples, selectively decoupling a pack from a chassis includes disengaging the releasable securing mechanism and pulling the pack away from the chassis. In some examples, the packs further comprise multiple sets of packs configured to be interchangeably mounted to a respective chassis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Sebastian TESCHE, David NGENE
  • Publication number: 20240292941
    Abstract: The invention relates to an applicator for a cosmetic product comprising at least two arms extending along a main longitudinal axis of extension, referred to as the main axis (X), from a proximal end extended by a sleeve towards a free distal end opposite to the proximal end, at least one of the arms comprises at least two portions (A, B, C), at least one of the portions (A, B, C) presenting a longitudinally winding of a different direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2021
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: ALBEA SERVICES
    Inventor: Yann CRAPET
  • Publication number: 20240292942
    Abstract: The application relates to an applicator device for applying a product of the fluid or pasty type to keratin fibres or to an epidermis, including a central core of elongate shape, which extends along a longitudinal axis XX, at least one row of elongate spikes including a first end embedded in the core and a second, free end, the spikes and the core being formed in one piece, at least one of the spikes being delimited by a first flat face coincident with a longitudinal plane passing through the longitudinal axis XX of the central core, referred to as the joint face, and by a second flat face that forms, with the first flat face, an angle of between 91° and 179°, delimiting a cosmetic product reservoir volume V.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2021
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Eric DE BARDONNECHE
  • Publication number: 20240292943
    Abstract: In some aspects, the removable hinged tool hook may include a device for coupling to a tool (such as a flexible elastic fabric band). Also, the removable hinged tool hook may include an inner member with an aperture therein. Furthermore, the removable hinged tool hook may include a hook member having an upper portion with an aperture therein, an elongated member extending downward from the upper portion, and at least one hook extension extending outward from a distal end of the elongated member. In addition, the removable hinged tool hook may include a hinge member for coupling the hook member and the inner member to the device for coupling to a tool, the hinge member passing sequentially through the aperture in the hook member and the aperture in the inner member and secured to the device for coupling to a tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Peter Sganga
  • Publication number: 20240292944
    Abstract: An adjustable desk frame includes a first extendable table leg including a first outer housing, a first inner housing, and a first actuation mechanism to selectively extend and retract the first inner housing relative to the first outer housing, a second extendable table leg including a second outer housing, a second inner housing, and a second actuation mechanism to selectively extend and retract the second inner housing relative to the second outer housing, a motor configured to drive the first actuation mechanism to selectively extend and retract the first inner housing relative to the first outer housing, and a linkage coupling the motor to the second actuation mechanism such that the motor is configured to drive the second actuation mechanism in unison with the first actuation mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Brandon Meyer, Nicholas Welander, Micah Fehr
  • Publication number: 20240292945
    Abstract: A table structure includes a table top structured to be configurable to a retracted configuration and to a fully deployed configuration for use. At least one shape memory material (SMM) member is operably connected to the table top such that energization of the SMM member configures the table top to the fully deployed configuration and de-energization of the at least one SMM member enables configuration of the table top the retracted configuration. The table structure may be incorporated into a wall of a vehicle as an optional, retractable accessory.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicants: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc., Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventors: Michael Paul Rowe, Danil V. Prokhorov
  • Publication number: 20240292946
    Abstract: Forearm support for a watchmaker's bench, comprising: a coupling portion, arranged to be coupled to a watchmaker's bench, a first arm linked to the coupling portion, a second arm linked to the first arm, a forearm support pad, linked to the second arm, and arranged to support a forearm of an operator, characterized in that the forearm support comprises an articulation system comprising at least: a first ball joint, arranged between the coupling portion and the first arm and connecting the coupling portion and the first arm, a second ball joint, arranged between the first arm and the second arm and connecting the first arm and the second arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Maxime BARBÉ, Guillaume GERVY
  • Publication number: 20240292947
    Abstract: The invention relates to a piece of furniture made from a plurality of interconnectable planar elements (1, 2), in particular designed as a piece of children's furniture, such as a play house, wherein at least two of the adjacent planar elements (1, 2) are connectable by at least one plug connection, and wherein said plug connection is formed by a protrusion (3) which is formed on the end face of a first planar element (1) and which has an opening (4) extending crosswise to the flat side of the planar element (1), a recess (5) in a second planar element (2) into which the protrusion (3) of the first planar element (1) is insertable, and a securing element (6) which is interlockingly insertable into the opening (4) of the protrusion (3).
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2020
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Sam John REGNER
  • Publication number: 20240292948
    Abstract: A sink is provided. The sink includes a basin having a front wall. The sink includes a rim supported at and extending outwardly from an upper end of the front wall in a substantially horizontal orientation. The sink includes an apron extending from the rim. The apron extends vertically between a top wall and an opposing bottom wall and laterally between a first side wall and an opposing second side wall. The apron is coupled to the basin only at the top wall of the apron by the rim. The apron extends laterally outward past the rim such that a first rear edge of the first side wall and a second rear edge of the second side wall are spaced apart from the rim.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Shawn J. Booth, James S. Giefer
  • Publication number: 20240292949
    Abstract: A wine cellar drawer for storing, displaying and cooling bottles, in particular beverage bottles like wine bottles. The wine cellar drawer comprises a drawer assembly with a drawer housing and a drawer, as well as a cooling unit for cooling the inner of the wine cellar drawer and in particular the inner of the drawer. The various components of the cooling unit are provided at the back of the drawer housing. A condenser of the cooling unit is provided outside the drawer housing and behind the drawer housing with respect to the sliding direction of the drawer, while an evaporator of the cooling unit is provided within the back of the drawer housing. The condenser and the evaporator are positioned side by side with respect to a direction perpendicular to the sliding direction of the drawer within the horizontal extension plane of the wine cellar drawer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2021
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Christophe Perez, Samuele Meda, Anton Lundqvist
  • Publication number: 20240292950
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to coupling a furniture accessory to a furniture apparatus. One embodiment provides a method of electrically coupling at least one electrical contact on a furniture accessory to at least one electrical contact on a furniture apparatus. The method may comprise positioning a portion of an elongate body, coupled to the furniture apparatus, in a space between at least two retaining bodies of a retainer coupled to the furniture accessory such that the at least two retaining bodies contact an exterior surface of the elongate body on at least the portion of the elongate body and retain at least the portion of the elongate body in the space. Positioning the portion of the elongate body in the space may comprise electrically coupling at least one electrical contact of the furniture accessory with at least one electrical contact of the furniture apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Nelson TRAVASSOS, David MAIN
  • Publication number: 20240292951
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an easel assembly that can provide portability and versatility. The easel assembly can include a recessed docking interface that can allow for a stable and secure engagement with a docking arm or support arm while also enabling the easel assembly to maintain stability when undocked. The easel assembly can allow for easy setup and breakdown, making it easy to transport and use in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. The docking interface can enable attachment to a wide range of vehicles, maintaining a stable interface when attached and providing the convenience of displaying and using various materials while on the go. The easel assembly can include manipulatable features on the support arm, allowing for adjustments to the angle or orientation of the top surface of the easel assembly, making it easy to set up or adjust the easel assembly to a desired angle and orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Elizabeth Marie Hodge
  • Publication number: 20240292952
    Abstract: The present invention provides a type of swivel chair base, comprising a fixed assembly, a sleeve assembly and a support assembly, said fixed assembly includes fixed frame and spindle, with said spindle fixed below said fixed frame, said sleeve assembly includes upper sleeve and lower sleeve, with said upper sleeve inserted into said lower sleeve and forming a circumferential fixation, said support assembly includes at least two upper support foots, at least two lower support foots and support bracket, with said upper support foot and said lower support foot respectively detachably connected to said support bracket by fasteners, wherein, said spindle is detachably connected to said upper sleeve by a card connection, the outer wall of said upper sleeve has two symmetrically arranged upper support foots, and the outer wall of said lower sleeve has two symmetrically arranged lower support foots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Guiting HU
  • Publication number: 20240292953
    Abstract: A linear actuator and linkage system for an ottoman of a powered chair is disclosed an comprises an ottoman support upon which an ottoman is to be supported, a frame member, a plurality of linkage members operatively connecting the ottoman support to the frame member and for moving the ottoman support between a first closed/retracted position and a second open/extended position, and a linear actuator operatively connected to the plurality of linkage members for exerting a push force, in a first horizontally oriented direction, upon the plurality of linkage members, and for exerting a pull force in a second oppositely oriented horizontal direction upon the plurality of linkage members, the horizontally oriented forces providing the system with an enhanced mechanical advantage for easily moving the ottoman support. The powered chair is also uniquely adapted for use as a theater seat within stadium-type seating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: STEPHEN R. LAKE
  • Publication number: 20240292954
    Abstract: A compactly packageable sofa includes a seat back, a seat cushion, two arm panels and a zippered flap. In the assembled state of the sofa, the seat cushion and the seat back are held between the arm panels, and the zippered flap is attached to both the seat back and the seat cushion. The seat back does not contact the seat cushion in the assembled state of the sofa. In the compact state of the sofa, the seat back, the seat cushion and the arm panels are not attached to one another. Instead, the arm panels fit inside a compartment under the seat cushion. The flap is not attached to both the seat back and the seat cushion in the compact state of the sofa. In the compact state, the sofa is contained in a packing box whose width is only slightly greater than the depth of the seat cushion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Jongwan Ha, Youn Jae Lee
  • Publication number: 20240292955
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a bed pallet and a lift-up bed including the same, and more particularly, to a bed pallet in which a plurality of members formed of a wood or metal material are combined into the shape of a frame to form a light framework, and an inner space of the framework is reinforced with light urethane foam, thereby achieving weight reduction, having excellent durability and structural stability, and being easy and convenient to manufacture. The bed pallet according to the present invention includes: a main body part which is formed by a plurality of members being combined into the shape of a frame having a predetermined pattern, has a plurality of filling spaces spaced apart from each other formed by the members, and has a mattress mounted thereon; and a reinforcing part filled in each of the filling spaces to reinforce the main body part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Ji Young WON
  • Publication number: 20240292956
    Abstract: An inflatable angled sleeping wedge device is provided. The device is comprised of an inflatable body that has an angled sleeping surface. The body can be inflated manually or via an integrated pump such that the body can be easily transported while deflated, and then inflated when used. Once inflated, a user can sleep on the angled sleeping surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Dennis Gienau
  • Publication number: 20240292957
    Abstract: A sheet anchor device is disclosed that keeps bedsheets from coming untucked at the foot of the bed. The sheet anchor device comprises a body component that is configured in approximately three sections of one-inch PVC pipe, along with two unions to join all the sections together and two endcaps at the ends. Depending on the size of the mattress, additional or less sections can be jointed together to form the body component, as needed. Further, the body component comprises approximately eight clamps which secure to the PVC pipe and clamp onto a bottom end of the sheet. The body component is then tucked under the mattress, such that the body component sits between the top mattress and the box spring, acting as an anchor and preventing the sheet from becoming untucked easily and staying tight through the night.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Randall Baldwin
  • Publication number: 20240292958
    Abstract: A four-in-one mattress management system and method is disclosed for facilitating various tasks associated with beds of all sizes including making beds; rotating mattresses; holding a bed skirt in place while a mattress is rotated; installing or removing and re-installing a mattress, for example, in order to replace a bed skirt. The system includes an active mode and a passive mode. In an active mode, all four tasks mentioned above can be performed. A passive mode selectable. In a passive mode, the mattress can be easily rotated in a horizontal plane. During that mode, the system holds down the bed skirt while the mattress is being rotated. In an active mode, the present invention facilitates bed making and thus increases the efficiency of the housekeeping staff leaving more time for the housekeeping staff to attend to the rest of the room. The active mode also facilitates installation and replacement of bed skirts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: William John Scarleski
  • Publication number: 20240292959
    Abstract: A sensor system senses a plurality of environmental phenomena and send a data message with sensed parameters. The computer system determines an indication that the sensed parameter indicated low-quality sleep and sends an instruction to adjust the environment. A control system adjusts the environment without particular input from a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: Sleep Number Corporation
    Inventors: Ramazan Demirli, Omid Sayadi
  • Publication number: 20240292960
    Abstract: Provided are a control box and electric furniture. In the control box, a wireless charging assembly is pressed downward by an external force such that the wireless charging assembly moves downward relative to the control box body to drive or push the pressing portion toward a control switch. When the pressing portion abuts against the control switch, the control switch acts. After the external force is removed, the wireless charging module moves away from the control switch under the action of an elastic resetting portion so that the pressing portion is separated from the control switch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2021
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Long LI, Zhenjie ZHU, Congwei XU, Baowei XU
  • Publication number: 20240292961
    Abstract: A combination childcare organizer and pillow is provided. The apparatus unzips, clamshell like, to reveal internal structures and components to organize and store childcare items. Some components are supported along an internal divider that separates a front compartment from a rear compartment. The rear compartment provides a mesh pocket, a windowed pocket, and a foldable changing mat. The mesh pocket and windowed pocket are supported along the internal divider. Opposing the interior divider, in the rear compartment, a bottom surface provides an attachment point to retain and stabilize the foldable diaper changing mat in the folded and unfolded conditions. The organizer remains soft and usable as a pillow, through removably encasing a support pillow in the front compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Bradley James Adair, Jessica Marlene Adair
  • Publication number: 20240292962
    Abstract: A baby carrying harness includes a back carrying assembly being able to be worn on a user and a support sheet being connected to the back carrying assembly for carrying a baby. The back carrying assembly comprises a waist member and two shoulder strap members. The waist member is connected to a lower part of the support sheet. The back carrying assembly further includes a transition buckle connected to the waist member. A rear end of each of the shoulder strap members is configured to change direction by sliding through the transition buckle and then connecting to a middle of the support sheet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Meifeng FAN
  • Publication number: 20240292963
    Abstract: A playpen includes an upper frame assembly having an unfolded and a folded state, a standing leg rotatable relative to the upper frame assembly between a folded and an unfolded position, a first locking mechanism for locking the standing leg in the unfolded position, and a second locking mechanism for locking the upper frame assembly in the unfolded state. The upper frame assembly includes an unfoldable side frame portion including a corner joining part, and a foldable side frame portion including a coupling part pivotally connected to the corner joining part. The corner joining part includes a cavity delimited at least partially between two opposite sidewalls thereof, and the standing leg has an end pivotally connected to the corner joining part, the end of the standing leg being movable inside the cavity of the corner joining part as the standing leg rotates relative to the corner joining part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Andrew J. TAYLOR, Daniel A. SACK, Patrick J.G. BOWERS, Curtis M. HARTENSTINE
  • Publication number: 20240292964
    Abstract: A retail merchandise tray including a front stop having a product support surface is provided. The product support surface is located between mounting features that attach the front stop to the rest of the retail merchandise tray. The front stop itself is an embodiment as well.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Applicant: Fasteners for Retail, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas O. Nagel
  • Publication number: 20240292965
    Abstract: Disclosed are freestanding displays of packaged consumer products, particularly consumer paper products. The packaged consumer goods generally comprise one or more goods disposed in a carton, such as a folded paperboard box that is at least partially overwrapped with a film having a plurality of graphic elements disposed thereon. The graphic elements are preferably disposed on the film such that at least two panels of the resulting packages are visually similar, and two panels are visually distinct. The packages may be stacked in arrays to form a display having two more faces that are visually similar. The present freestanding display helps consumers recognize the packaged products from a distance even when displayed amongst other packaged goods in a crowded supermarket or club store.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Everest F. Doucette, III, Scott T. Hamylak, Shailesh Patel, Joseph E. Pierce, Nicholas D. Krueger, James T. Van Thiel, Katherine Naylor, Timothy J. Peters
  • Publication number: 20240292966
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a mirror assembly having a housing, a first mirror, a second mirror, a light source, and a sensor assembly. The first mirror can be positioned within an opening of the housing. The front surface of the second mirror can be coupled to a rear surface of the first mirror. The light source can be disposed on or at least partially around the first mirror. The sensor assembly can be positioned between a rear surface of the second mirror and the housing. The sensor assembly can include a transmitter positioned behind the rear surface of the second mirror and a receiver positioned behind the rear surface of the second mirror. The light source can be activated when the sensor assembly detects a user's presence.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Ryan Wong
  • Publication number: 20240292967
    Abstract: A spork structure is provided in this application, comprising a holding part, a flexible part and a spork part. The flexible part has a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, one end of the flexible part is connected to one end of the holding part, the first surface presents a convex surface, and the second surface presents a concave surface. The spork part has multiple tines, each of one end of the multiple tines is connected to the other end of the flexible part in parallel, the other end of multiple tines is mutually away from each other, wherein when pressing the first surface of the flexible part, the first surface presents a concave surface, the second surface presents a convex surface, the other end of multiple tines is mutually close to each other, and the lateral sides of multiple tines adhere to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Hong-Fan WEI
  • Publication number: 20240292968
    Abstract: A beverage cooler assembly comprising a cooler case, a cooler lid coupled to an upper surface of the cooler case so as to define an internal volume, and a cooler pack located within the internal volume. The cooler case having one or more ribs along an upper surface to elevate the cooler pack. The cooler lid including a container aperture permitting access into the internal volume. The cooler pack having a recess aligned with the container aperture and configured to accept a beverage container. The cooler pack being insulative to regulate the temperature of the beverage in the container as it rests in the recess.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: LISA S. NELSON, PAUL D. NELSON
  • Publication number: 20240292969
    Abstract: A holder includes a generally tubular body with upper and lower ends. The body is downwardly-open at the lower and is configured for receiving a beverage container. An extension is mounted on and extends laterally from the body. The extension is configured for supporting various objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Kevin F Demel
  • Publication number: 20240292970
    Abstract: A mailbox assembly that may be provided on a surface and freely movable by an end user from one location to another without digging a hole for the post. The mailbox assembly includes a post, a mail receptacle on an upper poste end, and a base on a lower base end. The base includes one or more hollow cavities for retaining ballast material to thereby move a center of gravity of the mailbox assembly towards the bottom surface, such that the mailbox can withstand 100 N of force applied perpendicular to the post without toppling. The post may also have one or more cavities for holding ballast material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: John HRADISKY, Keary KNEREM
  • Publication number: 20240292971
    Abstract: An apparatus comprising: a retaining device for retaining planar items including mail and/or documents, in which mail can be located and from which mail can be collected; a control means; a sensor means for indicating to the control means information indicative of mail and/or documents having been placed in the retaining device and/or removed from the retaining device, wherein the control means is arranged to cause, in response thereto, at least one action to be performed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Camie Amber Crawford
  • Publication number: 20240292972
    Abstract: A juice module includes a juice drum accommodating a mesh body therein and coupled to an upper end of a main body, wherein a lid into which a juice object is input is coupled to an upper portion of the juice drum; and a screw mounted inside the mesh body to rotate with respect to a screw rotation shaft, having a spiral rib formed on an outer circumferential surface, and receiving and crushing the juice object from the lid, wherein the screw includes a support surface formed in a direction intersecting the screw rotation shaft to support the juice object input into the lid and a crushing portion formed on an upper end to intersect the support surface and cutting the juice object, and wherein the lid includes an inlet into which the juice object is input, the inlet guiding the juice object to reach the spiral rib or the support surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2022
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Jong Boo KIM
  • Publication number: 20240292973
    Abstract: Provided is a Cartridge brewing filter device for use with a cartridge brewing system. The device aids in further filtering the beverage provided by a cartridge brewing system. The filter device also helps prevent the beverage from splashing out of the beverage container during the brewing process. Additional features include using the filter device to add flavor, tea, coffee, elements, etc to the beverage to enhance the brewing experience.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2023
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventor: Parker Roth