Abstract: A hair curler includes a curling iron assembly and comb tooth assembly arranged on the curling iron assembly. The curling iron assembly includes a heating body (12) and a metal sleeve (11) disposed around the heating body (12), the metal sleeve (11) having a linear groove (111) formed in an outer surface of the metal sleeve (11). The comb tooth assembly includes a comb tooth bar (21) disposed within the linear groove (111), a recess (211) formed between a bottom wall of the linear groove and an interior portion of the comb tooth bar (21), and a plurality of pivotal comb teeth (22) having an inserted portion (221) pivotally retained within the recess (211), wherein the pivotal comb teeth (22) are movable relative to the comb tooth bar (21).

Abstract: A combination cap and work support system includes a lower section configured to connect to a container and an upper section configured to provide a desired support to an object. The combination cap and work support system may be utilized alone or in multiples to support an object above a work surface during a project. Configurations of the upper section generally include multiple apices separated by areas having a reduced height, and configured to support an object directly on the apices, or between the apices, to provide a desired combination of support and stability. The combination cap and work support system may be included as part of a kit in conjunction with a compatible container, such as a can of sprayable surface coating.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper blade device comprising a wiper blade adapter (10) and a wiper strip unit (12). According to the invention, said wiper strip unit (12) has at least one securing recess (14) which, in at least one operating state, forms an interlocking connection with the wiper blade adapter (10).

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to methods and systems used to manufacture cards that comprise indicators on the edge of the card stock to help identify the cards. The dies comprise projections formed as ridges, grooves, dimples, burrs, protrusions, or other like projections. The projections on the dies are used to stamp out card stock having the desired indicators. The indicators on the card stock may be projections on the edge of the card stock in the form of ridges, grooves, dimples, burrs, protrusions, or other like projections that provide at least a portion of the edge of the card stock with a textured surface.

Abstract: The invention is a modeling plate (6; 6?; 6?) for a stereolithography machine (1) suited to produce three-dimensional objects (A) through superimposition of a plurality of layers (E) with predefined thickness of a liquid substance (3) that solidifies when subjected to a selective stimulation (4). The plate (6; 6?; 6?) comprises a work surface (7) that supports the object (A) and grooves (8) made in the work surface (7) along a development trajectory (X).

Abstract: An improved shock absorbing tool utilizing a push and pull action to absorb the reciprocation movement of the tool. A forward blade member has a wedge head and a shaft connected to a proximal end of the head. An insert is press-fitted within a handgrip, wherein the insert receives the shaft of the forward blade member. A rear blade member has a sleeve with a wedge blade and connected to a proximal end of the sleeve and extends downwardly away from the sleeve. The sleeve surrounds a portion of the shaft of the forward blade member. The coil spring surrounds a portion of the shaft of the forward blade member and located between the proximal end of the head and rests within the sleeve for absorbing the impact force of the reciprocation movement the forward blade member and the rear blade member. The O-ring is placed between the proximal end of the head and the upper end of the coil spring to further absorbs the impact force of the forward and rear blade members.

Abstract: Two, cone shaped windshield ice scrapers attached and operated as a single unit yet designed to be separated, each capable of scraping independently. These scrapers have a new and improved scraping surface and nesting attribute to be sold with the existing popular “Scrape-A-Round”, thereby comprising the complete winter time window care system. These scrapers adopt most of the attributes of the “Scrape-A-Round” including method of operation, and of injection molded plastic construction and etc.

Abstract: A scraper tool of a one piece construction is conformable for use in scraping various surfaces and is made up of a pair of scraper blades (13,13?) with their junction along the length of the tool, under its handle (12). The blades extend in opposite directions under the handle (12), in line with it, at a set angle forming an open bottom, with the handle (12) above the blades (13,13?) and the surface to be scraped. The application of force and direction of travel will allow the forward blade to “cut” substrates from a surface, the rear blade will maintain a cutting angle for the forward blade, the device will operate in a similar fashion on its reverse stroke.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: An ice scraper is designed in such a way as to minimize stress on joints and allows ergonomic use of muscles and joints during ice removal from vehicle windows by handicapped and elderly consumers and prevents carpel tunnel syndrome and other repetitive use injuries in healthy users. A stock and shoulder brace allow for more force delivery to the surface where the removal is occurring, while relieving forces usually generated from wrists and elbows to accomplish the task. In addition the scraper is mounted on a telescoping grooved shaft designed to work under icing conditions. The shaft is coated with a polymer to resist friction under icing conditions which might interfere with the shaft adjustment.

Abstract: A paint stripper (1) for scraping away paint includes a stripper blade that has a handle (2). The paint stripper is characterized by a combination of causing the stripper blade (3) to move in a forward direction (A) and a return direction (B) generally parallel with the longitudinal direction of the handle (2). The stripper (1) includes hot air generating elements such in that the hot air is intended to exit in the vicinity of the blade (3) of the stripper, wherewith paint that has been heated by the hot air is scraped away in response to movement of the blade (3).

Abstract: An ice scraper adapted to remove materials such as ice, frost, and/or snow from automobile window glass surfaces or other window glass surfaces that has a longitudinally extending handle composing of two separate ice scraping devices. The flat scraping device which is similar to most traditional ice scrapers is designed to remove thick ice and snow by applying force from the handle in a general parallel direction to the length of the handle against the surface to be scraped. The opposite or opposing side of the intermediate portion of the ice scraper body contains a double beveled edged circular shaped ice scraper designed to remove frost/thin ice using a clockwise or counter clockwise motion, utilizing the handhold or flat scraping surface or both as a handle. A handle composed of two angles that aid in the use of both the flat scraping device and circular working edge.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for removing ice and snow deposits from a vehicle during winter snow season. A hand-operated device for removing ice and snow deposits from a vehicle generally includes a handle, a blade, and one or more fasteners. A slotted aperture on an end of the handle is adapted to receive a coupling portion of the blade. Fasteners are positioned through the handle and blade at the slotted aperture to secure the handle and blade. The device enables a user to separate ice and snow deposits from a vehicle without damaging the vehicle.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A hand held scraper tool adapted to remove debris from a surface. The scrapper tool includes a body, handle and a plurality of abraders. In one embodiment, the abraders may be configured as a highly flexible cantilevered structure. In another embodiment, the abraders may be configured as a brush that creates a water impermeable barrier.

Abstract: A hand held scraper tool adapted to remove debris from a surface. The scrapper tool includes a body, handle and a plurality of abraders. At least one of the abraders can be configured as a highly flexible cantilever structure.

Abstract: A push and pull shock absorbing scraper for selective scraping by a push and pull action includes an upper and lower scraper members for scraping ice, snow and frost from windows of a vehicle. The upper scraper member includes a head portion and a shaft portion, where head portion has a scraper blade. The lower scraper member is attached to the shaft portion of the upper scraper member to provide a double push scraping action. The lower scraper member includes a flexible front push blade, a rear pull blade and an attachment portion, where the attachment portion is attached to the shaft portion of the upper scraper member. The handgrip has a bore, where the insert is press-fitted within the bore of the handgrip and a pair of opposite protruding tabs extending outward for preventing transverse movement of the shaft portion of the scraper within the bore of the handgrip.

Abstract: A pair of vertically disposed handlebars spaced laterally apart mounting a plurality of vertically spaced flexible cords.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper blade (10) comprising a connecting element (26), which comprises a base element (28) and a hinge element (68), wherein the base element (28) has a first side part (30) and a second side part (32), which are joined transversely to a longitudinal direction (40) by locking means (54, 56) and centering means (46, 48, 50, 52) interlocking, and which are held together by side walls (72) of the hinge element (68). It is proposed that the hinge element (68) is an adapter cap (68) made of plastic which comprises on the insides of the side walls (72) thereof clips (86), which in the installed state engage in recesses (66) on the outer longitudinal sides of the side parts (30, 32).

Abstract: A hand held battery operated device for removing ice from glass window surfaces includes hollow handle and barrel portions. A motor within the barrel portion drives an activation shaft to produce reciprocative movement of controlled rate and stroke length. A scraper component, releasibly attached to the activation shaft exteriorly of the barrel portion, terminates in a straight edge adapted to apply impact force to the ice/glass interface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a heated ice scraper, comprising a blade unit (1) for scraping ice from a surface, and a heating unit (3) including a power source (4) operatively connected to a heating element (5) that is in contact with the blade unit (1) for at least partly heating the blade unit (1). The heating element (5) comprises a film resistor that is in contact with the blade unit (1) for at least partly heating the blade unit (1).

Abstract: A hand and arm manipulated scraper for a windshield comprising: a) a blade portion having a windshield contact edge portion and an opposite handle end; b) an elongate handle portion having a blade end portion, attached to the blade portion and an opposite grip end portion to be held with the hand; and, c) an arm brace portion terminating in an arm cover which covers a top side portion of the forearm extending therefrom down and the around the arm and having an inner end portion attaching to the grip end portion of the handle portion beneath the palm of one's hand. When the blade portion is pressed down on the windshield while the grip end portion is grasped beneath the palm of the hand, the wrist is prevented from bending up by downward pressure of the arm cover on the top side portion of the arm.

Abstract: A snow removal device and kit that include a first sheet, a second sheet, and at least one strap. The top and bottom edges of the first sheet are joined to the top and bottom edges of the second sheet and the second sheet is also joined to the first sheet such that unjoined portions of the first sheet and the second sheet form an arm pocket and a weight pocket. The arm pocket is formed proximate to the joined top edges of the first sheet and the second sheet and is dimensioned to accommodate an arm of a user. The weight pocket is dimensioned to accommodate at least one weight and includes at least three closed edges. The strap is attached proximate to the joined top and bottom edges of one side edge.

Abstract: A hand held device for clearing off or cleaning the surface of a windshield, window or the like. The hand held device includes a blade, a forearm brace, and a handle which is disposed between the blade and the forearm brace. The blade preferably includes a front edge, and preferably the handle is parallel to the front edge. The forearm brace includes a forearm-engaging portion which is configured to contactably engage a forearm of a user during use. The forearm brace may comprise walls which extend generally from the handle to the forearm-engaging portion, as well as an opening which is disposed generally between the handle and the forearm-engaging portion. Preferably, the palm of a user's hand is the fulcrum point during use of the hand held device. The device may also be reversible to gain maximum mechanical advantage of for example, a two-bladed scraper or squeegee.

Abstract: An ice remover for use on a substantially flat surface comprises a container having a substantially planar first outer surface portion, which forms a discrete edge with at least a second outer surface portion of the container, and wherein the container can be filled with a fluid to raise the temperature of the substantially planar first outer surface portion for melting ice on the substantially flat surface. The container may comprise one or more further substantially planar outer surface portions with a discrete edge formed between each portion. At least one of the discrete edges may be fitted with a scraper, which may have a serrated edge, e.g. of moulded acrylic. The container may have a removable cap for filling and emptying the fluid. The container may comprise a substantially tubular handle attached to a portion of the surface on an opposing side of the container from the substantially planar first portion.

Abstract: A hand tool adapted to mechanically remove materials such as ice, frost, and/or snow from surfaces such as automobile window glass comprises a longitudinally-extending handle having a front end and a rear end, a scraper disposed adjacent the front end of the handle, a rear grip disposed adjacent the rear end of the handle, and a front grip disposed adjacent the front end of the handle. The rear grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally parallel to the length of the handle to move the scraper along a surface to be scraped, and the front grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally perpendicular to the length of the handle to urge the scraper against the surface to be scraped.

Abstract: A combination tool having utility in tile installation procedures includes a wide blade adapted to remove excess grout and caulk in relatively large quantities, a four-armed cement remover and grout joint spacer, a spherical grout packer and a “V”-shaped grout and caulk profiler adapted to be secured to a hollow handle in varying combinations. In a first embodiment, the wide blade is attached to a first end of the handle and the four-armed cement remover-grout joint spacer and the spherical packer are releasably secured to a second end of the handle. A second embodiment includes the blade at the first end and the “V”-shaped profiler at the second end in lieu of the cement remover and packer. The hollow handle provides a storage compartment for additional packers. The tool may be made of material that floats in water. The handle may also have a non-hollow web construction.

Abstract: A hand held scraper tool adapted to remove debris from a surface. The scrapper tool includes a body, handle and a plurality of abraders. In one embodiment, the abraders may be configured as a highly flexible cantilevered structure. In another embodiment, the abraders may be configured as a brush that creates a water impermeable barrier.

Abstract: A hand tool adapted to mechanically remove materials such as ice, frost, and/or snow from surfaces such as automobile window glass comprises a longitudinally-extending handle having a front end and a rear end, a scraper disposed adjacent the front end of the handle, a rear grip disposed adjacent the rear end of the handle, and a front grip disposed adjacent the front end of the handle. The rear grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally parallel to the length of the handle to move the scraper along a surface to be scraped, and the front grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally perpendicular to the length of the handle to urge the scraper against the surface to be scraped.

Abstract: A system and method of use solves problems associated with air component freeze-up on compressors during winter months. The apparatus includes a length of tubing having an inlet end and an outlet end, a fastener for coupling the tubing to the muffler such that the inlet end is in alignment with the exhaust port of the gas engine associated with the compressor, and a fastener for maintaining the outlet end directed to the air valves or other sections of the compressor to keep them warm and to prevent them from freezing. In a preferred embodiment, brackets are used at the inlet end to accommodate different types of mufflers, and at least a part of the tubing is made up of flexible material, also to accommodate different styles of compressor units. A hook or wire is provided at the outlet end to conveniently direct the hot exhaust gases to the regulator valve or other sections of the compressor that might require heat to keep from freezing up.

Abstract: A hand tool adapted to mechanically remove materials such as ice, frost, and/or snow from surfaces such as automobile window glass comprises a longitudinally-extending handle having a front end and a rear end, a scraper disposed adjacent the front end of the handle, a rear grip disposed adjacent the rear end of the handle, and a front grip disposed adjacent the front end of the handle. The rear grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally parallel to the length of the handle to move the scraper along a surface to be scraped, and the front grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally perpendicular to the length of the handle to urge the scraper against the surface to be scraped.

Abstract: A shock absorbing ice scraper for scraping ice, snow and frost from windows of a vehicle includes a head portion and a shaft portion, where head portion has a scraper blade. The handgrip has a bore, where the insert is press-fitted within the bore of the handgrip and a pair of opposite protruding tabs extending outward for preventing transverse movement of the shaft portion of the scraper within the bore of the handgrip. The coil spring is located between the head portion and the handgrip for absorbing the impact force of the reciprocation movement of the head portion of the scraper. The O-ring is located between the head portion and the coil spring to further absorbs the impact force of the head portion of the scraper.

Abstract: A scraper device for use on motor vehicle windshields and other surfaces that require the removal of unwanted adherent matter is provided. The scraper device includes an extremely durable, credit card-sized laminate body having scraping edge surfaces that provide superior scraping capabilities. One of the scraper edge surfaces includes a first set of teeth each having a first length and a second set of teeth having a length shorter than the first length. Another scraper edge surface can include a plurality of scalloped edges. The laminate body of the scraper device can include a hard inner core layer and relatively softer top and bottom layers arranged on either side of the hard inner core layer.

Abstract: A motor-vehicle center console has a wall formed with a recess. A hand tool, for instance an ice scraper, screw driver, bottle opener, or flashlight, is adapted to fit with the recess and is formed with a throughgoing hole. Latches releasably secure the tool in the recess so that for use the hand tool can be grasped through the hole and freed from the recess.

Abstract: A hand tool adapted to mechanically remove materials such as ice, frost, and/or snow from surfaces such as automobile window glass comprises a longitudinally-extending handle having a front end and a rear end, a scraper disposed adjacent the front end of the handle, a rear grip disposed adjacent the rear end of the handle, and a front grip disposed adjacent the front end of the handle. The rear grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally parallel to the length of the handle to move the scraper along a surface to be scraped, and the front grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally perpendicular to the length of the handle to urge the scraper against the surface to be scraped.

Abstract: A tool for removing ice, snow and other debris from a vehicle or other surface has an extension handle with telescoping ends. On one end of the handle there is an oblong head carrying a broom on one surface and a squeegee on the opposite surface. The head is rotatably mounted on the handle to provide both a linear cleaning motion and an arcuate motion. On the other end of the handle is a bifurcated extension carrying a scraper and a toothed cutter.

Abstract: A thermal ice scraper includes a body portion, a blade portion, and a heatable material in the body portion that can heat the edges of the blade portion. The body and blade portions may be permanently or removably attached, and a conductive element may be included to aid in transferring heat to the edges of the blade portion. When in use, the body portion is heated in a microwave oven, causing the heatable material to become hot. This heat is then transferred to the edges of the blade portion. The thermal ice scraper is held in a hand and used to scrape a smooth surface, such as an automobile windshield. The blade portion allows multi-directional usage of the scraper, and the heat along the edges of the blade portion facilitates the removal of frost, ice, or snow. The body portion comfortably accommodates the hand.

Abstract: A portable window/windshield cleaning device is self contained with washing liquid and a squeegee.

Abstract: A tool for removing ice, snow and other debris from a vehicle or other surface has an extension handle with telescoping ends. On one end of the handle there is an oblong head carrying a broom on one surface and a squeegee on the opposite surface. The head is rotatably mounted on the handle to provide both a linear cleaning motion and an arcuate motion.

Abstract: The sponge snowbrush is an innovative tool used to clean snow & ice from vehicles without scratching the paint. The components of the brush are the rubber grip handle (1), the angled telescoping shaft (2), the spring loaded release buttons (2A) the brush head (3), the detachable sponge (4), the Velcro strips (4A) the detachable ice scrapper blade (5), and the ice scrapper blade storage slot (6). What makes this invention unique from all other snowbrushes is the fact that a sponge is used instead of the typical bristled brushes. This helps to prevent damage to the paint finish while snow is being removed.

Abstract: An ice scraper with brush and the glove, which has an anatomically designed handle grip. The ice scraper and the brush are mounted into the glove to protect the user's hand from snow, ice, water, and cold. The ice scraper blade and the brush are inserted into a fork branched handle, which is designed with a comfortable and firm grip to maximize the scraping force when applied to an ice covered windshield of a car. Glove is made out of waterproof fabric and internally can be insulated with any thermo-insulating fabric. The glove is provided with Velcro fasteners that are placed at the end of the glove. This prevents entering of the snow and ice into the glove.

Abstract: An ice scraper comprising an elongated handle portion having a scraper blade mounted at one end thereof and a U-shaped yoke mounted at the other end thereof. The U-shaped yoke comprises a pair of spaced-apart yoke members which have a U-shaped arm or wrist engaging member secured thereto and which extends therebetween. An optional brush may be secured to the handle portion adjacent the scraper blade but disposed oppositely thereto. The ice scraper may be used as an ice scraper or as a snow brush.

Abstract: The present invention provides an ice scraper comprising a polygonal shaped body with multiple scraping edges, and a handle attached to the top of the polygonal shaped body.

Abstract: An ice scraper with brush and the glove, which has an anatomically designed handle grip. The ice scraper and the brush are mounted into the glove to protect the user's hand from snow, ice, water, and cold. The ice scraper blade and the brush are inserted into a fork branched handle, which is designed with a comfortable and firm grip to maximize the scraping force when applied to an ice covered windshield of a car. Glove is made out of waterproof fabric and internally can be insulated with any thermo-insulating fabric. The glove is provided with Velcro fasteners that are placed at the end of the glove. This prevents entering of the snow and ice into the glove.

Abstract: A hand tool adapted to mechanically remove materials such as ice, frost, and/or snow from surfaces such as automobile window glass comprises a longitudinally-extending handle having a front end and a rear end, a scraper disposed adjacent the front end of the handle, a rear grip disposed adjacent the rear end of the handle, and a front grip disposed adjacent the front end of the handle. The rear grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally parallel to the length of the handle to move the scraper along a surface to be scraped, and the front grip is adapted to facilitate a user applying force to the scraper in a direction generally perpendicular to the length of the handle to urge the scraper against the surface to be scraped.

Abstract: The backup buckle has a housing with juxtaposed first and second portions. A buckle mechanism is mounted in the first portion. A stiff plate is affixed to the buckle mechanism and extends along the second portion and away from the buckle mechanism. A latch blade is affixed to the stiff plate at a distance from the buckle mechanism. The backup buckle is mountable to a vehicle seat belt and is useful for offering an alternate release point along the seat belt in vehicles having hard-to-reach seat belt buckles. An objective of the backup buckle is to reduce the number of deaths and injuries caused by faulty seat belts retaining passengers in a vehicle on fire, in a submerged vehicle or in a vehicle in such condition as to create other life threatening situation. In another aspect of the invention, the housing of the backup buckle has a storage compartment therein for stowing personal articles.

Abstract: An ice scraper construction (10) for cleaning ice and/or snow from vehicle windows wherein the construction (10) includes a handle member (20) having a pair of slots, (25), (28) whose upper ends are provided with an elongated cylindrical recess (29), a generally straight blade member (30), and a contoured deflector member (50). Both the blade member (30) and the deflector member (50) have elongated cylindrical beads (34) and (54), respectively, that are dimensioned to be laterally received within the cylindrical recesses (29) in the handle member (20).

Abstract: The invention relates to a scraping tool (1) for removal of a coating on a surface. The tool has a plate with a first scraping edge (2) that is a straight outer edge of the plate. The plate has an inner part with a slit (4) defined therein to form a tongue-like element (5). The element has a straight edge and is bendable when in use. The edge is a second scraping edge (3) that may bear against the surface substantially parallel to the first scraping edge for simultaneous scraping of the surface. This provides a more powerful scraping effect.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning brush structure including an operation rod, a snow shovel, an angle adjuster, and a cleaning body. The angle adjuster includes a socket, two operation rings, a main base, two compression springs, and two press members. The angle adjuster can be used to adjust the usage angle of the operation rod. The cleaning body includes an elongated plate, a glass scraper, and a brush. The elongated plate has a first side formed with a scraper clipping groove for securing the glass scraper and a second side formed with a brush clipping groove for securing the brush.

Abstract: A circular windshield ice scraper for scraping ice and frost off of the windshield and windows of a vehicle. The circular windshield ice scraper includes a scraping blade has a top face, a generally frusta-conical perimeter side, and a downwardly facing concave bottom face. The perimeter side and the bottom face of the scraping blade form a generally circular lower scraping edge designed for scraping ice off of a surface. The ice scraper also includes a body coupled to the scraping blade. The body has a generally frusta-conical lower portion and an upper portion. The upper portion is designed for grasping by a user's hand.