For An Appliance (household Or Office) Patents (Class 150/165)
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Publication number: 20110180574Abstract: A lightweight carrier is provided for an item such as a laptop computer. The lightweight carrier is substantially open to the elements and while desirable in many intended usages, benefits from a rain jacket stowed in a cavity of the lightweight carrier. Adjusters provide a means for a user to selectively determine a dimension of the lightweight carrier. The lightweight carrier also facilitates the attachment of accessory carriers.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2010Publication date: July 28, 2011Inventors: Scott Allen Weitzel, Angela Marie Madson
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Patent number: 7933121Abstract: A portable video system comprises a video unit for facilitating play of a video medium, the player having a hinge, a display pivotally attached to the video player on the hinge, and a base unit secured to a substrate for selectively coupling a control panel of the video unit to the substrate, wherein the control panel can be selectively un-coupled from the base unit.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2008Date of Patent: April 26, 2011Assignee: Audiovox CorporationInventor: George C. Schedivy
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Publication number: 20110079331Abstract: This invention is a flat screen monitor protector that can be used to cover monitors found in such places of business as restaurants, banks, etc. It is a secure plastic cover that covers the entire screen, frame, sides, and continues partially onto the back of the monitor to offer the fullest protection from elements such as cooking grease, dust, liquids, etc. The screen below is clearly visible and the cover can be wiped easily with any typical cleaning agents. It is secured in the back of the monitor by elastic or by a drawstring that can be tightened and loosened as necessary.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2009Publication date: April 7, 2011Inventors: Jean Sayar, Fred T. Ead
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Publication number: 20110048597Abstract: A protective device for a notebook computer includes a foldable and expandable support bracket (2) and a resilient protective jacket (1) removably mounted on the support bracket to fold and expand in concert with the support bracket. Thus, the protective jacket covers the support bracket completely and is placed between the support bracket and the notebook computer to prevent the notebook computer from being scratched or worn by the support bracket due to frequent friction or hit.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2009Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventor: Chi-Pei Ho
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Patent number: 7882872Abstract: The invention is a pre-conformed cover consisting of panels of a relatively strong flexible material assembled in a conformation that can protectively stretchedly cover and lockedly secure one or more hair clippers on a hair clipper rack. A locking means that has at least one first grommet positioned in an edge panel of the pre-conformed cover, and at least one strap terminated with a second grommet, where the at least one strap is attached to an opposing edge panel of the pre-conformed cover, such that by extending the strap, a lock can pass through the first and second grommet. Exemplary of a strong flexible material is rip-stop nylon, heavy-duty cloth, reinforced scrim plastic film, and ballistic cloth. The pre-conformed cover can be further comprised of pre-extended elastic strips or bands sewn in the edges panels.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2007Date of Patent: February 8, 2011Inventor: Harvey Levern Frierson
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Patent number: 7866358Abstract: An adjustable cooking equipment cover is provided that includes a flexible material configured to fit a first configuration of cooking equipment to a desired specification and one or more connectors attached to the flexible material that can be connected together to reconfigure the flexible material to fit a second configuration of cooking equipment to the same desired specification.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2004Date of Patent: January 11, 2011Inventor: John Lee Simms, II
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Publication number: 20100294405Abstract: A personal electronic device protective wallet covering. A main housing is dimensioned to fit securely and snugly around a personal electronic device. The main housing includes a window disposed on a front side of the housing allowing usable access to a front surface of a device disposed in the housing. A rear protective face at least partially covers a rear surface of the device disposed inside. A preferably externally accessible pocket is formed coextensively with the rear protective face, adapted to allow insertion and removal of cards or paper currency into and out of the pocket in the manner of a wallet. The window may be an absence of housing material, allowing direct user contact with the front of the device, or it may thin and transparent, allowing functional contact therethrough. The pocket may be formed between the housing and the device or between the housing and an additional layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2010Publication date: November 25, 2010Inventor: Kip Longinotti-Buitoni
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Publication number: 20100288405Abstract: A protective cover of an electronic device includes a leather layer, which includes an outside surface and a bottom surface. A backing layer integrates with the bottom surface of the leather layer. The protective cover adheres onto the electronic devices, hence, the electronic devices are well protected, and the appearances of the electronic devices are well maintained. The surfaces of the electronic devices cannot be dirtied, scraped, or damaged. Users can feel more comfortable when operating their electronic devices, hence, the worthiness and the usability of the electronic devices are greatly enhanced.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2010Publication date: November 18, 2010Inventor: FU YI HSU
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Patent number: 7825944Abstract: A recording apparatus includes a main body for recording on a recording medium, a protective cover which has an opening, for covering the main body with a portion other than the opening of the protective cover, and a waterproof cover which is connected to the protective cover via first and second connecting portions. When the first and second connecting portions are respectively in connected states, the waterproof cover is positioned so that the waterproof cover is opposed to the opening of the protective cover, and there is a gap for passing the recording medium between the protective cover and the waterproof cover. When the first connecting portion is in the connected state and the second connecting portion is in a disconnected state, the waterproof cover is moved to a position so that a part of the main body can be exposed to an outside through the opening.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2006Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Seiko Instruments Inc.Inventor: Mitsuhiro Kaiya
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Patent number: 7819151Abstract: A cover for concealing utility equipment on real property such as air conditioner condenser units, telephone and electric cabinets, and trash containers, has a modular, rigid and stiff skeletal frame and a shell of flexible openwork material. The shell includes artificial foliage such that the cover appearance closely simulates natural plants and is aesthetically compatible with the local environment. Lengths and angles between components of the cover and the number of components can be adjusted such that a single cover kit is alone or in combination with supplementary components adaptable to fit objects of different sizes and shapes.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2008Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Inventor: James J. Kuhn
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Publication number: 20100258224Abstract: A cover for a camera that is mounted to the camera adjacent the camera lens. An exemplary embodiment includes a ring mounted to the camera and a second ring mounted to the first ring. A bag is captured between the first ring and the second ring, and the bag includes a closure proximate an opening for receiving the camera. Embodiments may include a tear-away portion temporarily covering the camera lens. The camera cover may be utilized in an operating room to permit photography within the sterile field, for example.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2008Publication date: October 14, 2010Inventors: Francesco Mangano, Antonio Mangano
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Patent number: 7795769Abstract: A cover for the motor housing of a ceiling fan includes a flexible wrap for covering the motor housing and a magnetic assemblage for attaching the wrap to the motor housing. The cover can be insulating, have an outer decorative surface for aesthetic effects, or both. A ship lap joint may be included to secure the ends of the cover together.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2007Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Inventors: Thomas Cartwright, Allison Cartwright
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Publication number: 20100212790Abstract: Disclosed herein is a decorative display cover. The display cover is made of a ring of fabric having a first stretchable element integrated at an inner edge and a second stretchable element integrated at an outer edge, the ring being wide enough to cover at least part of the front and back of a bezel of a flat panel display. In one aspect, the ring contains a hole placed to allow a webcam integrated into the display to see through the ring of fabric. In another aspect, ornaments can be attached to the ring, such as ornaments that emit light or produce sound. The ring can contain a slit to allow computer-readable media to enter and exit a media reader integrated into the display. A portion of the ring of fabric can be partially translucent. The front and rear sides of the ring can be of different types of fabric.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2009Publication date: August 26, 2010Inventors: Dave Berry, Lisa Fuellenbach
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Patent number: 7775354Abstract: A waterproof enclosure for use with personal music players has a case formed of a flexible material and creates an interior sized to receive a personal music player. The case in one example can have a first part and a second part that together define the interior The case can be opened to expose the interior and can be closed along a joint. A watertight seal can be provided along the joint between the first and second parts when closed. In one example, a tether can connect the first and second parts of the case. In one example, the tether can be configured to create an attachment loop with the case in the closed position. The enclosure can also have a sound emitting device extending from the case. In one example, the sound emitting device can include a jack adapter integrally formed with the case.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2007Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Inventors: Janet Lee Latchford, Lynette Kay Werner, Bryan Jon Lempia
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Publication number: 20100172070Abstract: A cover assembly is described. The cover assembly includes a body section defining a hole, a cover section for covering the hole, and an elastic member mounted to the cover section. The elastic member includes a latching arm. The interior wall of the hole defines a latching slot. The latching arm latches into the latching slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2009Publication date: July 8, 2010Applicants: SHENZHEN FUTAIHONG PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD., FIH (HONG KONG) LIMITEDInventor: ZHI-BIN OUYANG
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Publication number: 20100122756Abstract: A personal electronic device protective wallet covering. A main housing is dimensioned to fit securely and snugly around a personal electronic device. The main housing includes a window disposed on a front side of the housing allowing usable access to a front surface of a device disposed in the housing. A rear protective face at least partially covers a rear surface of the device disposed inside. A preferably externally accessible pocket is formed coextensively with the rear protective face, adapted to allow insertion and removal of cards or paper currency into and out of the pocket in the manner of a wallet. The window may be an absence of housing material, allowing direct user contact with the front of the device, or it may thin and transparent, allowing functional contact therethrough. The pocket may be formed between the housing and the device or between the housing and an additional layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2009Publication date: May 20, 2010Inventor: Kip Longinotti-Buitoni
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Publication number: 20100116387Abstract: The present disclosure provides a protective secondary enclosure apparatus with modular face protective options for use with a mobile phone, iPhone, smart device, personal handheld unit, or the like. The protective secondary enclosure apparatus provides environmental protection from scratches, bumps, and the like. The modularity of the protective secondary enclosure apparatus enables different levels of environmental protection and different designs to enhance the fashion appeal of the device being protected.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2009Publication date: May 13, 2010Inventors: Kimberly Elizabeth Channey, Roger Lee Merritt
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Publication number: 20100104814Abstract: Disclosed is a protective cover for an electronic device that is made from an elastomeric material that simultaneously provides cushioning that would otherwise be provided by a softer, thicker material, while utilizing a single, denser material that provides a slim profile and has sufficient density to conform well to the electronic device and prevent the transmission of impacts with hard surfaces directly to the electronic device. Although a denser material is used for the protective cover, recesses are formed in thicker portions at impact points that create compressible ribs. The ribs provide softer, cushioned portions of the cover in the impact areas, which are capable of absorbing the shock and energy of impacts. Other protective covers have a uniform thickness.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2009Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventors: Curtis R. Richardson, Jamie L. Johnson, Alan V. Morine, Stephen Willes, Matthew M. Glanzer
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Publication number: 20100059153Abstract: A decorative cover for kitchen appliances selected from a group at least including blenders, mixers, food processors, juicers, toasters, electric can openers and coffee makers, such decorative cover comprising a substantially hollow member, a first portion of said substantially hollow member being formed as a doll's head having at least a nose, eyes and a mouth, a second portion of the substantially hollow member being a body for such decorative cover. A skirt portion is attached to such second portion of such substantially hollow member, such skirt portion flaring outwardly for covering such appliance. A waist band is disposed at a bottom portion of the body portion. There is a means for securing such decorative cover to such kitchen appliance.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2009Publication date: March 11, 2010Inventor: GLENDA CHARLES
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Publication number: 20100051152Abstract: A disposable protector to protect an electronic device includes a front panel including a front edge, a rear panel sealed to the front panel to form a number of sealed sides, and including a back edge which extends beyond the front edge along a non-sealed side, a resealable closure to resealably close the front panel and the rear panel along the non-sealed side, an adhesive strip disposed on the back edge, and a protective strip disposed on the adhesive strip. The adhesive strip is adhered to the front panel to tighten a seal of the disposable protector and provide a custom fit around the electronic device inserted into the disposable protector through the non-sealed side, the disposable protector is manufactured according to a size of the electronic device, and the disposable protector is made from a recyclable material.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2009Publication date: March 4, 2010Applicant: Calva International, LLC DBA CleverWraps, LLCInventors: Karen McElaney, Colleen Gallagher
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Patent number: 7661452Abstract: The present invention is a cover for a washer and dryer made of windowless waterproof material which covers the entire top portion and front side portion of the washer and dryer so that moisture and other elements cannot seep onto the washer and dryer at the location of the washer entry door and the dryer entry door. Optionally, the present invention also includes a side cover which covers and protects the left and right sides of the washer and dryer. The cover is retained on the washer or dryer by magnets located on a rubber bumper positioned on the inside side apron of the cover so that the cover remains in place and further permits a portion of the cover to be rolled back to expose an entry door. Magnets beneath the top portion and the front side portion further serve to keep the cover in place on the washer or dryer.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2005Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Inventors: Oleg Krioukov, Alan Flig
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Publication number: 20100012240Abstract: A display assembly attachable to a lap top computer cover, having a front face, longitudinally extending laterally spaced edges, and a laterally extending upper edge, comprising a jacket into which a cover is receivable, the jacket having edges adapted to extend externally adjacent corresponding of the cover edges, and means carried by the jacket for visually displaying an image or images, proximate the front face.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2008Publication date: January 21, 2010Inventor: Sylva A. Sassounian
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Publication number: 20090314400Abstract: A protective cover with power supply unit for portable electronic device includes a covering unit having a back and a front cover; a power supply unit including a charging battery embedded in the back cover and a connector located on an outer side of the back cover at a predetermined position to electrically connect to the charging battery; and a fixing unit including a supporting plate fixed to an inner side of the back cover, a stop block formed on the supporting plate at a lower end thereof, a holding-down element located on the supporting plate at an upper end thereof opposite to the stop block, and a mating connector provided on the stop block and electrically connected to the charging battery. A portable electronic device may be connected to the fixing unit to obtain power from the power supply unit and be protected by the covering unit against damage.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2008Publication date: December 24, 2009Inventor: Keng-Yuan Liu
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Publication number: 20090308511Abstract: A protection case for accommodating an electronic device with a display screen includes a soft encasing and a rigid protection plate. The soft encasing defines a receiving space for receiving the electronic device, and includes a side wall. The rigid protection plate is attached to an inner surface of the side wall. The protection plate includes a first surface facing the inner surface of the side wall and a second surface facing the receiving space of the soft encasing. The protection plate defines a recess on the second surface thereof corresponding to the display screen of the electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2009Publication date: December 17, 2009Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: LUNG DAI, ZHI-PENG MA
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Patent number: 7621306Abstract: A laundry machine door window cover comprises a window cover body, a contiguous length of resilient material, a plurality of magnets and indicia. The window cover body has a central portion and a perimeter portion attached to central portion. The central portion is made from material that is non-transparent. The contiguous length of resilient material is secured lengthwise to the perimeter portion of the window cover body. The magnets are secured in spaced-apart relationship on the perimeter portion of the window cover body. The indicia provided on at least one side of the central portion of the window cover body.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2006Date of Patent: November 24, 2009Inventor: Jeremiah Marcus Settles
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Publication number: 20090283184Abstract: Provided is a bar-type portable terminal device cover having an elastic portion, which is capable of achieving, due to the provision of an elastic portion, convenient detachability of the cover while providing a streamlined configuration to allow complete protective surrounding of device corners by corner portions of the cover to thereby exclude the formation of cut grooves responsible for contamination risk, and which is also capable of significantly improving quality of the product due to having improved device protective performance and elegant external appearance.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2008Publication date: November 19, 2009Inventor: Sun Young Han
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Publication number: 20090229717Abstract: An apparatus that provides a system and method for hygienically housing patron pagers while the patron waits for service. The apparatus includes a hub that secures a volume of sleeves. The hub can be secured to any surface with an adhesive strip. A pager is placed inside of one of the volume of sleeves and the sleeve is then removed from the hub through a perforation. Once removed, the top of the sleeve is adhesively secured around the pager. The sleeve contains various locations for the placement thereon of advertising and marketing media. Once the wait is over, the pager is removed through the bottom of the sleeve, which is removed at a perforation and discarded. The patron then keeps the sleeve which contains the marketing and advertising media for future use.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2008Publication date: September 17, 2009Inventors: Thor Halseth, Jack Osborne
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Publication number: 20090211673Abstract: Decorative grill covers and collections of grill covers, the decorative grill covers including indicia thereon. In a collection of grill covers, a plurality of grill covers are included, each of the grill covers having decorative indicia thereon, with the indicia on a first grill cover being related to, yet different than, the indicia on a second grill cover. In some embodiments, the decorative grill cover has a nature scene or other depiction of the environment thereon. A collection of grill covers may, for example, illustrate the changing seasons.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2008Publication date: August 27, 2009Inventor: Daniel Rupert Neren
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Publication number: 20090205761Abstract: A jacket for a stylus of an electronic gaming device includes a grip portion having a generally cylindrical outer surface and three facets located on the outer surface so as to be equally spaced around the grip outer surface. The jacket includes an inner cylindrical cavity sized for receiving the stylus such that a tapered end of the stylus extends outwardly from an opening of the jacket.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2008Publication date: August 20, 2009Applicant: UK Gal, LLCInventor: Phillip Swan
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Publication number: 20090173648Abstract: A carrier includes foldable sheets attached together and including an aesthetic outer surface and a heat-resistant insulating inner surface. The sheets include end flaps and first closures for closing the end flaps to form a three-sided pocket adapted to retain a hot appliance therein, and further the sheets include a side flap and second closure for closing the side flap to totally enclose the pocket to securely positively retain the hot appliance therein. The carrier includes a retainer for holding a power cord to the hot hair care device, regardless of an orientation of the device, in a location spaced from a hot portion of the hot appliance. Also, a scent is embedded in the sheets to provide a desired aroma when warmed by a heated appliance.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2008Publication date: July 9, 2009Inventor: Rhonda W. Geneva
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Publication number: 20090126839Abstract: A folding type portable telephone in which a first housing and a second housing are fixed by a hinge includes a face panel fixed to the first housing and aromatic substances are accommodated inside the face panel. When the hinge is rotated, the aromatic substances are released in conjunction with the operation of opening the folding type portable telephone from the closed state. Furthermore, a sounding body is operated at a frequency of strongly generating an air vibration at a time defined in advance by timer control, so that fragrance of the aromatic substances is released outward by the air vibration of the sounding body. The fragrance corresponding to TPO can be generated from the face panel of the portable telephone.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2005Publication date: May 21, 2009Applicant: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventors: Iwao Matsuura, Junichi Yasuno, Akihiro Miyashita, Koji Taniguchi, Akitoshi Mori, Saori Suzuki
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Publication number: 20090120980Abstract: An apparatus comprises a cover structured and dimensioned to house an electronic handheld device. A clip is attached in relation to the cover. The clip comprises first and second portions with a hinged connection therebetween. The second portion is movable in relation to the first portion at the hinge connection. The clip further comprises a stop that limits the travel of the second portion, whereby upon moving of the second portion to engage the stop, the second portion functions as a stand upon which the cover leans for supporting the cover in an upright position on a supporting surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 7, 2009Publication date: May 14, 2009Inventor: Mitchell Vicera Calayo
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Publication number: 20090101256Abstract: A barbecue cover assembly includes a container having a base, walls moveable between an erected configuration and an outwardly collapsed configuration, and a barbecue cover which can be housed in the container when the walls are in the erected configuration. The base has a high friction material on the underside thereof. The walls can be secured in the erected configuration, and the barbecue cover assembly can be positioned on top of a notional barbecue so that the walls can be moved to the outwardly collapsed configuration to permit the cover to be deployed to a barbecue covering position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2008Publication date: April 23, 2009Applicant: JLM ACCESSORIES LTD.Inventor: Walter Fiore Maruzzo
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Publication number: 20080264535Abstract: A cover (200) for portable electronic device includes a foil film (30) and a housing (40). The foil film includes a transparent view panel (31) and a keypad (33) integrally formed thereon. The housing is integrally formed with the foil film. The housing has a view panel opening (41) and a keypad opening (43) defined therein. The view panel opening and the keypad opening respectively correspond to the view panel and the keypad of the foil film. A method for making the cover includes the following steps: forming a foil film by injection molding, the foil film having a transparent view panel and a keypad; and integrally forming a housing on an inner surface of the foil film by injection molding, the housing having a view panel opening and a keypad opening respectively corresponding to the view panel and the keypad of the foil film.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2007Publication date: October 30, 2008Applicant: SUTECH TRADING LIMITEDInventors: TZU-CHENG YU, YAO-HAO CHANG
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Publication number: 20080230160Abstract: A notebook computer bag includes an upper cover, a lower cover, a connection part and a fastener. The upper cover comprises an upper-interior surface and an upper-exterior surface, and the lower cover also comprises a lower-interior surface and a lower-exterior surface. The connection part connects the upper cover with the lower cover. The fastener positioned between the upper cover and the lower cover for fastening the upper cover and the lower cover or unfastening the upper cover and the lower cover. The notebook computer bag comprises at least one elevating element disposed on the lower-interior surface. At least one elevating element may be detachable or height-adjustable.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2007Publication date: September 25, 2008Inventor: Gwo-Shu Huang
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Publication number: 20080210354Abstract: A cover (10) for use with outdoor grills includes an inner insulating layer (14) and an outer protective layer (16).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2007Publication date: September 4, 2008Inventor: Mark Wade
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Publication number: 20080196804Abstract: A protective cover of an electronic device includes a leather layer, which includes an outside surface and an inside surface. A backing layer integrates with the inside surface of the leather layer. The protective cover adheres onto the electronic devices, hence, the electronic devices are well protected, and the appearances of the electronic devices are well maintained. The surfaces of the electronic devices cannot be dirtied, scraped, or damaged. Users can feel more comfortable when operating their electronic devices, hence, the worthiness and the usability of the electronic devices are greatly enhanced.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2007Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventor: Fu Yi Hsu
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Publication number: 20080190528Abstract: A disposable plastic cover for a patient remote control unit in a hospital setting, is disclosed which comprises a pouch sized and configured to correspond in size and shape to said remote control unit, and having an opening defined by a marginal edge; a closure means comprising a flap extending from the pouch means adjacent the marginal edge, said flap adapted for securement to the pouch means to contain said remote control unit; and releasable engagement means disposed on at least one of said pouch means and said closure means and positioned to reside there between when said flap is in contact with said pouch means, to securely contain said remote control unit. The covers of the present invention are easily manufactured and used, and provide a secure barrier to the spread of infection from the use of the remote control units.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2008Publication date: August 14, 2008Inventor: Jay C. Steinberg
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Publication number: 20080163965Abstract: A cover includes a main flexible sheet adapted to extend around a covered item. A flexible lip is secured to the top edge of the main sheet and extends in from the top edge to cover at least a portion of the top of the covered item. The lip defines a hole in the cover that allows access to the covered item. The cover also has a separable seam, which can be separated at least in part to expose at least part of the covered portion of the top of the covered item without removing the entire cover. A method includes placing a flexible cover on a container. The flexible cover defines a top access hole that allows access to the container, and the cover has a separable seam extending down from a top of the flexible cover. The method also includes attaching the separable seam.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2008Publication date: July 10, 2008Applicant: Keep It Covered, Inc.Inventor: Robert McNelly
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Patent number: 7373962Abstract: An evaporative cooler cover having a three layer body internally dimensioned and configured to equal the external dimensions of at least one common model of evaporative cooler. A drawstring may provide a superior fit to the evaporative cooler device. The evaporative cooler cover may advantageously have a triple layer construction of a middle layer of nylon scrim or another loose fabric having two layers attached thereto: interior and exterior layers of solid vinyl or another polymer. The evaporative cooler cover of the invention may further be configured in either a generally cubical shape having an open bottom side or a generally cylindrical shape having an open bottom end.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2005Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Inventor: Raymond Anthony Oubichon
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Publication number: 20070283946Abstract: A barbecue cover assembly includes a container having a base, walls moveable between an erected configuration and an outwardly collapsed configuration, and an actuating member operable to retain the walls in the erected configuration and to permit outward movement of the walls to the collapsed configuration. A barbecue cover is housed within the container. The cover assembly is positionable on top of a barbecue whereby the actuating member can be operated to permit movement of the walls to the outwardly collapsed configuration and thus permits the cover to be deployed to a barbecue covering position.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2006Publication date: December 13, 2007Inventors: Walter Fiore Maruzzo, Michael Matthew Conroy
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Publication number: 20070221302Abstract: A cover (30) for covering the interior face of a through-the-wall air-conditioner unit. The cover is constructed from three pieces of sheet material (34, 36, 38) to form a front wall, a bottom wall, and two side walls and provide a continuous perimeter margin having a hem (52) containing an elastic shock cord (50) that elongates to a stretched condition to allow the cover to fit over the air-conditioner unit and exert a holding force for holding the cover in place.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2007Publication date: September 27, 2007Inventor: Terry Boone
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Patent number: 7207737Abstract: A system and method of protecting a printer housing against moisture infiltration, including affixing a fixed covering portion over the printer housing, wherein the affixing includes exposing a printing opening of the printer housing, and securing a removable covering portion to the fixed covering portion, wherein the removable covering portion covers the printing opening.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2004Date of Patent: April 24, 2007Assignee: Videojet Technologies Inc.Inventors: Chandrakant Bhatia, David A. Haas
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Patent number: 7152733Abstract: A grill cover device includes a flexible cover defining a hollow recess having an open mouth. The recess is adapted to receive an associated grill therein when the flexible cover is in an expanded condition. A flexible resilient frame is connected to the flexible cover. The frame exerts a biasing force on said flexible cover to bias the cover into its expanded condition. The frame and the flexible cover are selectively resiliently deformable as a unit against the biasing force of the frame into a collapsed storage configuration in which the frame and cover are folded upon themselves.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2002Date of Patent: December 26, 2006Assignee: Harmon Industries, LLCInventor: James R. Trickett
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Patent number: 7000660Abstract: A dust cover for a computer keyboard has a rectangular plastic body and two cords. The dust cover can fit any computer keyboard and provide a convenient and reliable way to press keys on the keyboard while simultaneously protecting the keyboard from pathogens and other contaminants.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2003Date of Patent: February 21, 2006Inventor: Yu-Pao Chen
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Patent number: 6981085Abstract: A case for an electronic device, which includes a first protective material that maintains the electronic device within the case, and at least one controlling interface that is in electrical communication with said electronic device, and disposed on the first protective material. Through the controlling interface, the user can operate an electronic feature of the electronic device. Electrical communication between the controlling interface and the electronic device can be carried out, at least in part using wireless communication means. Further, a connection port can included for transferring electrical signals between the electronic device and the controlling interface. The connection port can be attached to the first protective material to avoid separation of the port from the case.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2001Date of Patent: December 27, 2005Assignees: Sony Electronics, Inc., Sony CorporationInventors: John Tree, Ronald Leroy Lytel
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Patent number: 6893074Abstract: The Mobile Vehicle Hail Cover can provide a protective barrier for the top surfaces of a motor vehicle, from the damaging effects of falling hail, during a sudden hall storm, while the vehicle is under operation on the roadways, providing completely street legal operation, or when parked. The invention consists of 2 to 3 composite protective cover sheets of flexible rubberized and weatherproof material. The cover sheet for the roof, is connected to the sheets on the hood and trunk by way of elastic straps. The Hood and Trunk sheets are attached to the vehicle by the elastic straps at each corner, connecting to rubber coated metal hooks on the ends, to securely anchor the entire apparatus to the vehicle. This invention, can help automobile Insurance companies, realize the savings of Billions $$ in hail damage claims and prevent potential freeway accident pileups, due to drivers stopping under bridges & freeway overpasses.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2004Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Inventor: Timothy David Wilson
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Patent number: 6887002Abstract: A keyboard cover has a rectangular transparent film made of a soft material and having an upper side, a bottom side, two long sides and two short sides. Two first reinforcing strips are formed at the bottom side and respectively at the two long sides of the film. Two second reinforcing strips are formed at the bottom side and respectively at the two short sides of the film. Two elastic strips are respectively formed beneath the first reinforcing strips. Each of the elastic strips has two ends respectively bent upwards and inwards and fastened at the corresponding corners of the film. Whereby, a user's fingers will not directly touch a covered keyboard to prevent the keyboard from being contaminated by dirt or bacteria on a user's fingers.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2003Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Inventor: Yu-Pao Chen
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Patent number: 6863100Abstract: The present invention is a pocketed cover to be used on an outdoor cooking appliance. This cover may be utilized for a barbecue grill and can be designed to appropriately fit a particular type of grill. This item may be designed for use on other outdoor equipment that also needs protection from the elements. Some examples of such equipment are smokers, lawn tools, and furniture such as chairs, umbrellas, and tables. The pocket of this cover increases the functionality of the cover, allowing for storage of items such as grill utensils. In some embodiments, the pocket can be used to store the cover itself when it is not in use. In some embodiments, the pocket is located on a front panel of the cover.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2002Date of Patent: March 8, 2005Assignee: W. C. Bradley CompanyInventors: Ryan Neal, Hing Lor
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Patent number: RE39945Abstract: An iron cover for ski wax irons a heat resistant liner having a padded bottom segment shaped to cover and protect the sole of an iron and a plurality of side flaps with ends. The side flaps extend sufficiently around the sides of an iron placed within the liner, and are secured around the iron with an elastic cord associated with the side flaps. The side flaps are structured and separated to define a plurality of heat release vents to allow heat to escape from a hot iron placed in the cover for storage.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2003Date of Patent: December 25, 2007Assignee: Originality, LLCInventor: Eli Brown