Telescopic Patents (Class 15/144.4)
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Patent number: 12089794Abstract: Disclosed herein is a multipurpose cleaning kit which can easily clean hard-to-reach places inside an automobile or a tent during car camping, which is currently popular among people, or camping. The cleaning kit can easily clean hard-to-reach places inside an automobile, such as cracks of seats, by allowing a dustpan having a defrosting scraper integrally formed therewith to be easily assembled with or disassembled from a broom having a brush securely inserted into a handle thereof and adapted to remove dust from air vents inside the automobile (air vents of an air-conditioner) and cracks of the seats, and can be made compact enough to be stored in a pocket on the back of a front seat of the automobile when the broom and the dustpan are assembled together.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2021Date of Patent: September 17, 2024Assignees: Chan Moon Park, Platech Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chan Moon Park
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Patent number: 12064869Abstract: Devices, systems and methods of controlling movement of a host mechanical system using inertial forces imparted by an augmentable or morphable appendage. Such appendages are attached to the host mechanical system such that augmentation or morphing of the appendage to move a mass of the appendage from an extended to a retracted configuration imparts inertial forces to the supporting structure. Augmentation/morphing is controlled and coordinated such that imparted inertial forces facilitate a desired movement of the mechanical system. The imparted forces can include translation forces and/or rotational forces along one or more axes. The augmentation or morphing of the appendage can be performed concurrently with separately controlled coordinated movement of the appendage to facilitate a desired movement of the mechanical system. Such appendages can include, but are not limited to, telescoping and/or folding designs.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2020Date of Patent: August 20, 2024Assignee: The Chinese University of Hong KongInventors: Kwok Wai Samuel Au, Jiajun An, Xiangyu Chu, Tsz Yin Chung, Chun Ho Lo, Hoi Wut Yip, Carlos Ma
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Patent number: 11771277Abstract: An upright surface cleaning apparatus is has a portable surface cleaning unit removably mounted to an upper portion that is pivotally mounted to a surface cleaning head. The surface cleaning apparatus is operable in a floor cleaning mode in which the portable surface cleaning unit is mounted to the upper portion and the above floor cleaning wand is inserted in an open upper end of the upper portion. The surface cleaning apparatus is also operable in an above floor cleaning mode in which the portable surface cleaning unit is mounted to the upper portion and the above floor cleaning wand is removed from the open upper end of the upper portion. When the surface cleaning apparatus is in the floor cleaning mode, the first mounting members of the portable surface cleaning unit engage the wand mounting members.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2020Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Omachron Intellectual Property Inc.Inventors: Wayne Ernest Conrad, Jason Thorne
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Patent number: 11612996Abstract: A cleaning tool including a holding rod and a first tool assembly connected to the holding rod. The holding rod includes a first rod body, a second rod body pivotally connected to the first rod body, and a fixing structure disposed on either the first rod body or the second rod body and having an engaging portion. The other one of the first rod body and the second rod body not disposed with the fixing structure has an engaged portion correspondingly and detachably engaged with the engaging portion. When the engaging portion is engaged with the engaged portion, the first rod body is correspondingly connected to the second rod body to make the holding rod has a maximum length. When the engaging portion is disengaged from the engaged portion, the first rod body and the second rod body is controllably folded to each other, making the cleaning tool has a smaller volume.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2020Date of Patent: March 28, 2023Assignee: JIASHAN MASTER TOP INT'L INC.Inventor: Chia-Cheng Chen
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Patent number: 11432700Abstract: An adjustable shaft for an ice scraper and a snow brush includes a shaft member and an adjustable positioning arrangement. The shaft member includes an inner handle frame and an outer handle frame slidably receiving the inner handle frame for coupling the ice scraper and the snow scraper at two ends of the shaft member, wherein the inner and outer handle frames are slid with each other to selectively adjust a length of the shaft member. The adjustable positioning arrangement includes a plurality of non-through reinforcing ribs spacedly indented on the inner handle frame to reinforce a structure of the inner handle frame, and a positioning member movably coupled at the outer handle frame to selectively engage with one of the reinforcing ribs so as to lock up a relative sliding movement between the inner and outer handle frames.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2021Date of Patent: September 6, 2022Assignee: Chongqing Maiyi Technology Co., Ltd.Inventor: Zhuo Chen
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Patent number: 11333182Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning swimming pools, cement finishing tools, ceiling wire applications, and the like, comprising a first tube having a first end with a collar housing and a first locking assembly with a first collar housing. The second end of the first tube being configured for attaching a tool thereto. An end tube with a first end having a second locking assembly and a second collar housing, is slidably connected to a decagon shaped inner tube having a first end and a second end. The first end of the inner tube being secured to the first tube by the first locking assembly, and the second end being secured to the end tube by the second locking assembly.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2019Date of Patent: May 17, 2022Inventor: James R. Conrad
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Patent number: 11192234Abstract: A telescopic device includes a first shaft telescopically coupled to a second shaft. The first shaft defines a hole and an orifice. The second shaft defines a plurality of engaging portions. The second shaft inserts in the hole. The second shaft is movable with respect to the first shaft to a position in which one of the plurality of engaging portions is aligned with the orifice. A positioning device is coupled to the first and the second shafts. The positioning device includes a control being movable and a fastener being movable actuated by the control. The fastener is movable with respect to the control. The fastener inserts and is movable in the orifice. The first shaft is adapted to be unmovably positioned with respect to the second shaft at various positions by the positioning device.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2019Date of Patent: December 7, 2021Assignee: Hong Ann Tool Industries Co., Ltd.Inventor: Cheng-Wei Su
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Patent number: 11019917Abstract: A personal care brush includes a brush head portion and handle portion with an exposed groove for receiving a first container that stores one to six doses of a facial or oral care product. The groove leads to a channel that runs through the brush head to an opening at a bristle frame side of the brush head. A pushing member is manually advanced along the groove to push product from the first container into the channel and out through the opening. A member located at a backside of the brush head is movable relative to an axis of the toothbrush. The member has a first position for personal care applications and a second position for facilitating exposure of the channel for channel cleaning.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2019Date of Patent: June 1, 2021Inventor: George S. Ferzli
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Patent number: 10975995Abstract: Fluid coupling formed as an assembly of a first body section having an end portion with studs and a second body section having an end portion configured to receive the end portion of the first body section and having grooves for receiving a corresponding one of the studs. Each of the grooves has an axial inlet section, and a blind section extending circumferentially from the inlet section to an end wall movable between a projecting position retaining the stud in the blind section and a retracted position allowing the stud to pass from the inlet to the blind section. Rotation of one of the body sections passes the studs in the retracted position of the groove end wall from the inlet section into the blind section, the studs being retained in the blind section in the projected position of the groove end wall to couple the body sections.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2017Date of Patent: April 13, 2021Assignee: NORMA Autoline France SASInventor: Philippe Blivet
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Patent number: 10933506Abstract: A monopodic sander is provided for an operator to sand a surface. The monopodic sander comprises a rotary sanding head for contacting the surface and an extendable actuator rod having one end pivotally coupled to the rotary sanding head. The monopodic sander further comprises a controller handle operatively coupled to the one end of the extendable actuator rod to allow the operator to select a pressure applied by the rotary sanding head against the surface.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2018Date of Patent: March 2, 2021Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Jason A. Kerestes, Kadon A. Kyte, Colton M. Smoot
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Patent number: 10913144Abstract: A multi-tool incorporates an extendable spring-loaded handle that accommodates interchangeable tool heads using a quick-connect slip fit connection. The spring-loaded handle is capable of securing a selected length of the multi-tool in a locked position.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2018Date of Patent: February 9, 2021Inventors: Michael A. Whicker, Larry M. Nelson
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Patent number: 10779925Abstract: The present invention provides an electrically driven toothbrush, which comprises a hollow handle, an electrical assembly module in electrical connection with a pair of spring and a cap member. The hollow handle includes a first end provided with a tooth brushing portion and a second end provided with an opening. The electrical assembly module in electrical connection with the spring is inserted into the hollow handle through the opening. The cap member is removably attached to the hollow handle through and closes the opening. By bending the cap member, two spring coils of the pair of spring make contact with each other so as to conduct an electrical path to the electrical assembly module for turning on the electrically driven toothbrush structure. By designing the proposed structure of the present invention, it successfully achieves the purpose of improving and enhancing the conveniences of use for users.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2019Date of Patent: September 22, 2020Assignee: SHUMMI ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.Inventor: Chia-Lin Lee
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Patent number: 10716438Abstract: A water-fed pole for window cleaning including: an extendable pole having two or more pole sections, the pole sections being moveable relative to each other, in use, to extend and shorten the pole; and one or more clamps, each clamp being coupled to a given pole section and being operable to clamp the given pole section to an adjacent pole section, thereby fixing, in use, the length of the pole. Each clamp including a clamping surface arranged such that, on operation of the clamp, the clamping surface is brought into contact with a surface of the adjacent pole section to clamp the given pole section to the adjacent pole section. The at least a portion of the clamping surface made up of a resilient material.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2018Date of Patent: July 21, 2020Assignee: EX-CEED INNOVATION LTDInventor: Steven Jones
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Patent number: 10562172Abstract: Various embodiments of pole devices are described having inner and outer poles or segments that allow for telescoping of the pole device. The inner and outer poles can each include one or more flat side wall portions, which act to thereby prevent rotation of the inner and outer poles with respect to each other. Each of the inner and outer poles can include one or more apertures that are sized to receive a pin to thereby couple the inner and outer poles. One or more gaps may be formed between the inner and outer poles that is sized to receive a burr of at least one of the inner or outer pole.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2017Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: BLUE POINT FASTENERSInventor: William D. Armstrong
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Patent number: 10477761Abstract: The adjustable weedeater handle is an over-sized grasping point for a weedeater. The adjustable weedeater handle may be attached to the weedeater by coupling a mount to the shaft of the weedeater such that the proximal handle section extends towards the trimmer motor and the distal handle section extends towards the trimmer head. The distal handle section and/or the proximal handle section may be independently pivoted to desired and comfortable positions. The weedeater may be held by placing the hands on the shaft of the weedeater, on the distal handle section, on the proximal handle section, or combinations thereof.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2019Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Inventor: Ripling Wrinkle
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Patent number: 10405704Abstract: A foot and toe washer may have telescopic sections locking into place in an extended state convenient to the user such that not all extensions may be used. Locking mechanisms for locking one extension to another internal extension may comprise a spring-loaded ball and associated orifice or extensions having larger or smaller diameters at ends with rough surfaces so the extensions lock into place by friction when used or comprise twisting grooves on the surfaces of two extensions. In one embodiment, the foot and toe washer is preferably made of strong, light-weight plastic or hard, tough rubber and may have a rubber-coated handle with the extensions extending therefrom as desired. The furthest extension from the handle may have a connecting and locking mechanism of the spring-loaded ball and orifice type or the friction type to connect one of a sponge, a between-the-toes washer, a brush or wash cloth or combination thereof.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2018Date of Patent: September 10, 2019Inventor: Michael H. Shaw
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Patent number: 10194736Abstract: A retractable broom comprises a handle section and a broom head section. The handle section includes a retractable handle with one or more movable locking joints including locking mechanisms that are configured to connect and interlock the sections of the retractable handle together. An arm, including a stationary locking joint, having a locking mechanism, at one end of the arm connects and interlocks the retractable handle to the arm. The other end of the arm is fixedly attached to a brush head. The broom head section also comprises a retractable cover and third locking joint with a locking mechanism that connects and interlocks the retractable cover to the arm at two or more positions, with at least one position causing the retractable cover fully cover the brush head and a second position causing the retractable cover to at least partial uncover the brush head.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2017Date of Patent: February 5, 2019Assignee: REACH OUT CONSULTING, LLCInventor: Michael Davis
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Patent number: 10188044Abstract: The tree-trimming device is adapted for use with a reciprocating saw. The tree-trimming device is adapted for use with a tree or tall shrubbery. The tree-trimming device is a bladed device that attaches to the reciprocating saw. Specifically, the tree-trimming device extends the reach of the reciprocating saw such that the tree-trimming device can be used to remove branches from a tree without the assistance climbing structures and devices. The tree-trimming device comprises a reciprocating shaft, an extension guard and an extensible structure.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2017Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Inventor: Alde Blackburn, Jr.
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Patent number: 10124218Abstract: A golf club shaft connection assembly comprising first and second shaft sections, male and female adaptors, a hollow retainer, a spring, and a plurality of balls is disclosed herein. The male and female adaptors are each attached to the first and second shaft sections, respectively, preferably with a permanent adhesive. The male adaptor comprises a protrusion that fits within a keyed interior of the female adaptor, and moving the hollow retainer towards the male adaptor reversibly fixes the two adaptors together, while moving the hollow retainer towards the female adaptor allows the male adaptor to be removed from the female adaptor.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2017Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignee: Callaway Golf CompanyInventor: James A. Seluga
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Patent number: 10059277Abstract: A securing device for removably attaching a device to two mutually spaced head support rods (1a, 1b) of a motor vehicle seat (1), having a receiving bushing (3e) for receiving a plug element (2a) which is arranged on the device (2) and having a first and a second securing element (3, 3?, 4, 4?) with which the receiving bushing (3e) can be secured on the head support rods (1a, 1b). The first and the second securing element (3, 3?, 4, 4?) are formed on opposing sides for arranging on the head support rods (1a, 1b), and connectors (5, 5a, 5b) are provided for reciprocally connecting the securing elements (3, 3?, 4, 4?), wherein sliding elements (6a, 6b) are arranged between the securing elements (3, 3?, 4, 4?) and the head support rods (1a, 1b).Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2015Date of Patent: August 28, 2018Assignee: KINETIX AGInventors: Peter Ackeret, Michael Andreas Keller
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Patent number: 9764458Abstract: A telepole for swimming pool cleaning is disclosed as including an inner tube and a locking device to temporarily secure the inner tube in a desired position within an outer tube. A preferred lightweight design may be at least partially hollow, and durability may be provided by inner/reinforcement wall(s) in one or both of the tubes. A collar element is disclosed as “locking” the inner tube in place within the outer tube. The collar's opening and the profile of the inner tube are disclosed in a relationship that prevents the inner tube from rotating within the collar. The inner tube is disclosed as having a series of holes along its length to receive a pin element of a detent mechanism. The end of the outer tube opposite the collar is disclosed as having multiple sets of attachment holes to receive attachable and detachable swimming pool cleaning tools.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2012Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Inventor: Eric Resh
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Patent number: 9681782Abstract: An extendable battery operated scrubber brush with interchangeable brush heads is provided. The scrubber brush includes a battery operated scrubber brush having an extendable handle and a plurality of interchangeable brush heads, each having different body cleaning materials thereon, and a battery charging docking station. The handle is extendable via an elongated member that is slidably disposed in an interior volume thereof. The handle includes a proximal end and a distal end that includes a drive shaft for removably receiving an interchangeable brush head thereon. The drive shaft is coupled to an electric motor disposed in the handle that rotates the drive shaft and drives an interchangeable brush head mounted thereon. The proximal end includes a port for receiving an electrical connector disposed in the docking station and one or more activation switches for activating the electric motor and driving the drive shaft.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2016Date of Patent: June 20, 2017Inventor: Pamela R. McCauley
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Patent number: 9622567Abstract: The cleaning broom is disclosed. The cleaning broom according to the present invention comprises: a rod-shaped handle that is formed long in one direction so that the user can hold the broom by hand; the comb portion that consists of multiple comb members and is attached to the lower part of the handle to sweep cleaning objects; and the conversion unit that allows to adjust the arrangement angle of the comb members between the first mode where the comb members are arranged in parallel with the handle and the second mode where the comb members are arranged to intersect with the handle.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2013Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Inventor: Yungil Kwon
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Patent number: 9522466Abstract: An extendable stick includes an elongate body comprising a first member, a second member, and a third member arranged in a telescopic nesting formation. A pulley system is disposed within the elongate body, wherein the pulley system is in operative communication with the first, second, and third members of the elongate body to extend the first member and the third member simultaneously outwardly from the elongate body and retract the first member and the third member simultaneously inwardly from the elongate body.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2014Date of Patent: December 20, 2016Assignee: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Simon M. Conway, Linda J. Babinski, Kate Schreiber, Robert T. Wosewick, Stephen M. Oshgan, Paresh Shroff, Jason R. Gebhardt, Tomasz K. Kasprzycki
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Patent number: 9441353Abstract: The reinforced toilet plunger and case is a toilet plunger with an enhanced handle that screws into the top of the traditional toilet plunger handle. The enhanced handle allows the user to use a more practical and comfortable grip when using the reinforced toilet plunger and case. The reinforced toilet plunger and case further discloses a decorative canister in which the reinforced toilet plunger is stored. The decorative canister includes a door for access and a sanitary tray located in the bottom of the canister to absorb drippings from the plunger that may occur after use. The reinforced toilet plunger and case comprises a reinforced toilet plunger and a decorative canister.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2015Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Inventors: Shelia Hamil, Caulton Hamil
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Patent number: 9440622Abstract: A reaching tool device is disclosed that enables users to reach the roof of their vehicle without any hassle. The reaching tool device comprises an elongated arm, a handle secured to the arm, and at least one interchangeable head secured to the arm, opposite the handle. The elongated arm can be telescopically extended lengthwise and secured in a desired position via a push-spring button. The handle is removably secured to an end of the elongated arm via a pivoting hinge which allows the arm to pivot about the handle. Once the arm is in position, it can be secured in the desired position. The interchangeable head comprises a round or rectangular sponge, a brush, a scrubber, etc. and also a pivoting and rotating ball swivel that allows the interchangeable head to rotate and pivot and lie flat at an angle when in use.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 2013Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Inventor: Capus Donnell Hagans
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Patent number: 9370282Abstract: A bath brush includes a brush element, having an elongated arm and a brush head. The elongated arm has a longitudinal groove formed in a first side of said arm and a locking device formed on a second side opposite the first side. The brush handle provides a hollow cavity for receiving the arm therein and includes a rib configured to be received in the longitudinal groove formed on the arm. At least one recess or opening is provided on the handle for receiving the locking device therein. The arm is convertible between an extended position and a retracted position. The locking device and the recesses and/or openings formed on the brush arm and handle, respectively, g are configured to cooperatingly engage and selectively lock the brush's arm within the handle in both the retracted position and the extended position.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2015Date of Patent: June 21, 2016Assignee: Paris Presents IncorporatedInventors: Erik Petersen, Stacy Alycia Thomas Castro
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Patent number: 9271562Abstract: The new hairbrush system employs a handle made of curved rods that collapse into the body of the brush via tracks, turning it into a non-electric hair roller for setting and smoothing hair. The barrel of the brush system has curved bristles that grip hair and curved slits that allow for airflow. The carbon fiber (or equivalent) body provides for a lightweight yet sturdy tool that can effectively be used as a brush (without collapsed handle) when not being used as a roller (with collapsed handle).Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2014Date of Patent: March 1, 2016Inventor: Steve Elias
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Patent number: 9226869Abstract: The invention concerns a height adjustment device (1) for a handle (4) of a rollator, comprising: —an inner tube (2) telescopically received in an outer tube (3), the handle (4) of the rollator being connected at the upper end of said inner tube (2), —a locking assembly (10) adapted to lock the inner tube (2) in a fixed position with regard to the outer tube (3), —an unlocking assembly (20) adapted to unlock the inner tube (2) from said fixed position.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2012Date of Patent: January 5, 2016Assignee: INVACARE INTERNATIONAL SARLInventors: Jos Van Houtem, Tobias Nilsson
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Patent number: 9204774Abstract: An embodiment of this invention is an adjustable wand for a carpet cleaning apparatus wherein the upper tube telescopes within a lower tube and allows lengthening of the wand. The lower nozzle is adjustable in that it allows rotation about the wand axis and allows removal of the nozzle. The preferred means for adjustment is a cam lock mechanism that tightens an adjustment clamp around the wand upper tube or nozzle neck.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2013Date of Patent: December 8, 2015Inventor: Craig A. Jackson
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Patent number: 9119456Abstract: A lotion applicator includes an elongated, telescoping shaft having an applicator head attached to an end thereof. Pivotally connected to an opposing end of the shaft is an angularly adjustable handle. Accordingly, a user places lotion on the applicator head and reciprocates it on a desired portion of the body. If necessary to reach a certain area, the shaft can be extended or retracted, and the handle can be adjusted to a desired angle.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2014Date of Patent: September 1, 2015Inventor: William Russell Hudson
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Publication number: 20150135454Abstract: An extendable stick includes an elongate body comprising a first member, a second member, and a third member arranged in a telescopic nesting formation. A pulley system is disposed within the elongate body, wherein the pulley system is in operative communication with the first, second, and third members of the elongate body to extend the first member and the third member simultaneously outwardly from the elongate body and retract the first member and the third member simultaneously inwardly from the elongate body.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2014Publication date: May 21, 2015Applicant: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Simon M. Conway, Linda J. Babinski, Kate Schreiber, Robert T. Wosewick, Stephen M. Oshgan, Paresh Shroff, Jason R. Gebhardt, Tomasz K. Kasprzycki
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Patent number: 9003592Abstract: A pole-cleaning device sleeve having a pole-like member with a proximal end, a distal end, opposite to the proximal end, and a length separating the distal and proximal ends, the pole-like member having a head portion defining a working surface and being coupled to the distal end of the pole-like member, the pole-cleaning device also having a removably couplable sleeve with a distal end substantially adjacent to the head portion, a proximal end terminating at a location along the pole-like member length, and a sleeve length separating the distal and proximal ends, an outer layer being of a substantially deformably-resilient and polymer-based material, an inner layer coupled to the outer layer and contacting an outer surface of the pole-like member, and the outer and inner layers encapsulating at least a portion of the pole-like member.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2013Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Inventor: Kaj Zingo Smith
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Publication number: 20150096137Abstract: A grout cleaning tool is provided. The grout cleaning tool includes a bracket head having a bottom surface. The present invention further includes a file sized to fit within a grout line of a tiled floor. The file is mounted to the bottom surface of the bracket head. The present invention may further include an elongated handle attached to the bracket head and extending away from the bottom surface. The elongated handle is sized so that the grout cleaning tool is used in a standing position by a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2014Publication date: April 9, 2015Inventor: Adam Lyle Kayler
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Publication number: 20150082567Abstract: An extendable toilet brush comprising a handle, where the handle is hollow; a rod connected to the handle, where the rod extends and retracts from the handle; a brush head attached to the rod at an end opposite from the handle; and a telescopic fastening means connecting the rod within the handle, where the telescopic fastening means enables the rod to extend, lock and retract within the handle.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2013Publication date: March 26, 2015Inventors: Sandy Perry, Kenneth Perry, Eric Gleason
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Patent number: 8973201Abstract: A broom assembly is provided. The broom assembly includes a broom head which comprises an elongated back plate and a plurality of bristles extending from the back plate. The broom assembly also includes an elongated mounting plate which is attached to the back plate and extends over a longitudinal end of the back plate. A handle receiving bracket is attached to the mounting plate, projecting the same direction from the mounting plate as the broom head. The handle receiving bracket comprises at least two receiving cavities for attaching a handle. The broom assembly further comprises an elongated handle for insertion in the handle receiving bracket.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2013Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Inventors: Joseph M. De Vito, David Hitchcock
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Patent number: 8973200Abstract: An ergonomic sweeping device that can be used with one hand while providing a user with proper biomechanical alignment and support, which can reduce muscular strain, fatigue, and the potential for injury.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2013Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Inventor: Mark Mallett
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Publication number: 20150026903Abstract: A foot cleaning device comprising: a shaft, where the shaft includes a distal end and a proximal end; a telescoping scope shaft, where the telescoping shaft adjustably extends from the proximal end of the shaft; a cleaning attachment, where the cleaning attachment includes a base where the base attaches to the telescoping shaft; and extensions extending from the base of the cleaning attachment where each extension includes a means to abrasively clean a user's foot and each extension is bendable.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2014Publication date: January 29, 2015Inventor: Terrise G. Holley
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Publication number: 20150020331Abstract: A pole cleaning apparatus comprises an elongate handle portion engaged with a cleaning head. In certain embodiments, the cleaning head has a width shaped as a partial-tubular member and an opening extending along the longitudinal axis through which a pole is passed to engage the cleaning head with the pole to be cleaned. The cleaning head may include an inner arcuate surface configured to at least partially surround the pole. The apparatus also includes a mounting assembly designed to pivotably engage the cleaning head to the handle portion such that the handle portion is pivotable with respect to the cleaning head in at least one plane containing the longitudinal axis. Optionally, the apparatus may include a cleaning pad selectively engageable with the cleaning head.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2014Publication date: January 22, 2015Inventor: Cherie Devir
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Patent number: 8813298Abstract: In a cleaning tool 1, a lock piece 50 provided to the other of a handle 10 and a main body 20 can be switched between a lock position and a lock release position, the lock piece 50 positioned in the lock position butts against a stopper face 41D of an engagement member 41 to retain the engagement member 41 in a position of engagement with the recessed face 36, and the lock piece 50 positioned in the lock release position separates from the stopper face 41D of the engagement member 41 to allow the engagement member 41 to resiliently move forward and backward.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2013Date of Patent: August 26, 2014Assignee: Kao CorporationInventor: Hirotoshi Tawara
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Publication number: 20140215738Abstract: A reaching tool device is disclosed that enables users to reach the roof of their vehicle without any hassle. The reaching tool device comprises an elongated arm, a handle secured to the arm, and at least one interchangeable head secured to the arm, opposite the handle. The elongated arm can be telescopically extended lengthwise and secured in a desired position via a push-spring button. The handle is removably secured to an end of the elongated arm via a pivoting hinge which allows the arm to pivot about the handle. Once the arm is in position, it can be secured in the desired position. The interchangeable head comprises a round or rectangular sponge, a brush, a scrubber, etc. and also a pivoting and rotating ball swivel that allows the interchangeable head to rotate and pivot and lie flat at an angle when in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2013Publication date: August 7, 2014Inventor: Capus Donnell Hagans
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Patent number: 8782842Abstract: A hair brush with a slideable brush head that allows the brush head to be positioned on either end of the elongated handle to thereby providing ease of use by both right handed or left handed users. The elongated handle has different ways thereon to arrest the brush head in any desired position. The brush head may also be removed from the handle, if so desired, so that a brush head of a different circumference but the same inner diameter may be used.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2012Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Inventor: Mary Asta
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Publication number: 20140182074Abstract: An interchangeable cleaning tool has a pole member and a plurality of tool heads. Each tool had is removably coupled to the pole member. A locking device is attached to one end of the pole member to removably attach one of the plurality of tool heads to the telescoping pole member. The locking device comprises: a locking housing having a tapered interior section; an aperture formed in a side of the locking housing; a lever kingly coupled to the locking housing; and a protrusion formed on the lever, wherein movement of the lever causes the protrusion to move in and out of the aperture causing the locking device to move between a locked and an unlocked position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2012Publication date: July 3, 2014Inventor: Moshe Y. Mark
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Patent number: 8756744Abstract: A hair brush with a slideable brush head that allows the brush head to be positioned on either end of the elongated handle to thereby providing ease of use by both right handed or left handed users. The elongated handle has different ways thereon to arrest the brush head in any desired position. The brush head may also be removed from the handle, if so desired, so that a brush head of a different circumference but the same inner diameter may be used.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2012Date of Patent: June 24, 2014Inventor: Mary Asta
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Patent number: 8756741Abstract: A device or tool for removing snow and other debris from vehicles, and other surfaces including a handle having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, a scraper portion coupled to the first end, and a head coupled to the second end. The head may be a laterally extended foam head that is non-abrasive, freeze resistant, and durable. The handle may include a telescopic extension to allow a reach of a user to be increased or decreased allowing the user to clear away snow and other debris from various sizes of vehicles.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2013Date of Patent: June 24, 2014Assignee: Snow Joe, LLCInventor: Joseph S Cohen
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Patent number: 8752231Abstract: A hair brush with a slideable brush head that allows the brush head to be positioned on either end of the elongated handle to thereby providing ease of use by both right handed or left handed users. The elongated handle has different ways thereon to arrest the brush head in any desired position. The brush head may also be removed from the handle, if so desired, so that a brush head of a different circumference but the same inner diameter may be used.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2012Date of Patent: June 17, 2014Inventor: Mary Asta
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Publication number: 20140053356Abstract: In a cleaning tool 1, a lock piece 50 provided to the other of a handle 10 and a main body 20 can be switched between a lock position and a lock release position, the lock piece 50 positioned in the lock position butts against a stopper face 41D of an engagement member 41 to retain the engagement member 41 in a position of engagement with the recessed face 36, and the lock piece 50 positioned in the lock release position separates from the stopper face 41D of the engagement member 41 to allow the engagement member 41 to resiliently move forward and backward.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2013Publication date: February 27, 2014Applicant: Kao CorporationInventor: Hirotoshi TAWARA
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Patent number: 8646142Abstract: A multi-fluid applicator utensil comprising a head assembly having a head section; a face surface; a back surface; and a receiver and a handle assembly having a shank and a gripper. The head assembly is pivotally mounted on the handle assembly with the shank received by the receiver located in the head section. The head assembly comprises a socket. The handle assembly comprises a ball pivotable in the socket. The shank is telescopic providing an extended length of about twelve inches and a retracted length of about 8½ inches. The gripper provides a grippable surface by which a user-applier is able to manipulate the multi-fluid applicator utensil. The multi-fluid applicator utensil comprises injection-molded thermoplastic and is useable by the user-applier to surface-apply the oil, lotion and cream to the bodily skin surface in hard-to-reach locations.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2012Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Inventors: Frank Ferrara, Lyn Ferrara
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Publication number: 20140033549Abstract: A motorized extension pole including a first hollow pole member having a second hollow pole member telescopically mounted in said first pole member. The second pole member is selectively moved between extended and retracted positions with respect to said first pole member by a battery powered drive motor.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2012Publication date: February 6, 2014Inventors: MARK J. RAMSEY, Mark C. Ramsey
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Patent number: 8631530Abstract: This invention relates to a cleaning device (10) comprising a handle (20), a bendable elongated cleaning element (30) connected to the handle; and an elongated control element (40) having a first end (41) fixated at a top part (32) of the cleaning element. The control element is arranged along and inside of the cleaning element, and has a second end (42) arranged to be accessible at the handle. Controlled bending of the cleaning element is provided by applying a pulling force on the second end.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: January 21, 2014Assignee: AB ElectroluxInventor: Johann Zita