Abstract: An eyeglass wrap has a flat sheet of flexible material that folds about a pair of eyeglasses with releasable fastening strips. The flexible material may be fabric-covered closed cell sponge rubber and the sheet may contain orifices that allow temples of eyeglasses to pass through to a distance that provides coverage of the lenses and frame of the eyeglasses by the sheet. The sheet may include an extended portion that further wraps around the folded temples of enclosed eyeglasses to secure the temples to the exterior surface of the wrap. The sheet is unfoldable from a folded condition to a flat condition.

Abstract: A device for displaying an article comprising a support having first and second apertures, a U-shaped member having first and second legs received in respective ones of said first and second apertures, said legs each having unidirectional teeth disposed thereon for engaging sides of said first and second apertures such that the legs can be translated in the apertures in a first direction to secure the article between the legs by a first force applied in the first direction but cannot be moved in a direction opposite the first direction by an oppositely applied force unless a second force perpendicular to the first force is applied to the legs while applying the force opposite the first force.

Abstract: A device for simultaneously carrying spectacles and contact lenses which includes a hollow open base for containing the spectacles, the base further containing a contact lens case secured to an interior surface thereof for containing a pair of contact lenses. A lid is hingedly connected to the base for covering the opening therein and may support a mirror affixed thereto to assist in installing or removing the contact lenses.

Abstract: A protective cover for eyeglasses is comprised of flexible material that can be folded into a compact configuration suitable for storage within a pouch. The pouch is either integrally formed within a strap for retaining eyeglasses about one's neck or is provided with rings for attachment to the strap or portions of an eyeglass frame. The flexible material comprising a cover body of the invention is tethered by a cord to the inside of the pouch so that it cannot be lost. The flexible cover body is stretchable to envelope the lens portion of eyeglasses and includes a hem around an opening in the cover body through which eyeglasses are inserted for protection therein. This hem includes an elastic band which tends to draw the cover body snugly about the eyeglass lenses.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for producing infusion coffee filter packs in which a first strip of filter paper is placed adjacent to a mold having a cylindrical mold pocket, and the strip of filter paper is caused, either mechanically or by a vacuum, to conform to the cylindrical mold pocket. The conforming step causes the surface area of the first strip of filter paper to stretch and increase by at least three percent relative to its area prior to the conforming step. A measured quantity of ground coffee is then deposited into the mold pocket over the filter paper conformed thereto. A second strip of filter paper is placed over the first strip of filter paper and the ground coffee in the mold pocket. The first and second strips of filter paper are then sealed together around the coffee filled mold pocket, as by a heat sealing press pressing and sealing the strips together. The filter paper is then trimmed as by die cutting to produce a half inch wide flange area extending around the mold pocket.

Abstract: An air-freshener package activated by microwave energy to discharge into the atmosphere an aromatic vapor comparable to that exuded by a potpourri. The package comprises a container formed of thermal insulation material permeable to microwave energy and having a vent therein. Stored in the package is a porous pad impregnated with a liquid fragrance which simulates the aroma of a natural potpourri. When the package is irradiated in a microwave oven, the liquid fragrance is then heated to a level causing it to volatilize to generate an aromatic vapor. This vapor is discharged into the atmosphere through the vent when the package is removed from the oven and placed in a room. The temperature level is substantially maintained for a protracted period by the thermal insulation so that the aromatic vapor suffuses the room.

Abstract: A portable eyeglass cleaning kit is provided with a chemically treated pig skin chamois housed within a small portable plastic storage case. The chamois is treated with a chemical mixture for more efficient eyeglass lens cleaning. The chemical fixture serves as a fungicide for inhibiting the growth of mildew while the chamois is stored in the case. The chamois can be maintained moistened in the air-tight storage case or dry to be moistened when needed. The storage case is affixed with a detachable chain which enables the unit to serve as a key chain or be attachable to one.

Abstract: A filter device has a coffee-cartridge holder (11) constructed to receive a coffee cartridge (1) having two facing walls (2, 3) made of a filter material, one of said walls (2) being adapted to receive water (8) for making coffee. In order to prevent the foam formed during the extraction process from excessively influencing the extraction time, it is proposed to provide the coffee-cartridge holder (11) or the coffee cartridge (1) or both with means which ensure that, when the holder is in the operating position and containing the coffee cartridge, the wall (2) of a filter material to which water is supplied is inclined at an angle between 15 and 90 to the horizontal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and improved system design associated with the storage and/or utilization of any edible such as tea, coffee, soups, and the like, that is contained in a bag structure. The invention defines a compact enclosure capable of providing air tight packaging, whereupon, removal of the lid of the packaging enclosure of the device allows for the removal of the straining container and the edible contained within the bag structure. The bag structure has affixed to the free end of a string attached to the bag structure, a disk member whose dimensions are compatible, with the opening appearing in the straining container contained within the packaging enclosure. The straining container additionally has formed through the bottom portion thereof, holes to allow for the passage of a liquid squeezed from said bag structure in accordance with the invention.

Abstract: A dispensing device for a soluble or dispersible material is disclosed, which device comprises a tube formed of a liquid-impermeable material and of unitary construction, the tube being closed at both ends and having perforations along a portion of its length at or close to one end, and containing a soluble granular material. Preferably the lower end of the tube has a flattened, paddle-like portion, and the perforations are arranged linearly along opposite sides of the tube aligned with the edges of the flattened portion. The tube is advantageously divided into two compartments by a temporary seal; in this way, the material can be kept in one compartment which is free from perforations until the device is to be used.

Abstract: A thin and light weight eyeglass case that utilizes a protective member between an inner lining and an outer skin to prevent possible damage to the eyeglasses. A flap to which a strap is joined is also provided for securing the frame and temple ear pieces to the case. The eyeglass case provides maximum optical protection while assuming minimal space with an accompanying sleeked-down shape.

Abstract: A brewer includes a container having an open upper end and a retainer being a cup of reduced size. An outward flange is formed on an upper end of the retainer. An annular flange with two notches is formed on a lower end of the retainer. A number of holes are formed in a peripheral surface and a bottom of the retainer. The notches are engagable with one side of the open upper end of the container and the outward flange is engagable with an other side of the open upper end of the container so that the retainer is inclinably supported on top of the container.

Abstract: An organoleptically active substance container for producing a deodorant, scenting and/or repellent effect comprises an envelope made of water-impermeable, gas-permeable synthetic resin in which a mixture of an organoleptically active substance in powder form, typically a deodorant, perfume or repellent, and a powdery water-absorbing synthetic resin is contained either as such or packed in a water-soluble film, the envelope being equipped, at one corner thereof, with a tightly closable water inlet for introducing water into the envelope.With the above container, a simple procedure comprising only introducing water into the water-impermeable, gas-permeable synthetic resin envelope makes it possible to secure the desired deodorant, scenting and/or repellent effect, among others, for a prolonged period of time.

Abstract: A process for the machine-washing of fabrics according to which a dispensing and diffusing device of the reusable type is filled with a particulate product which is active during the washing. This device is placed in the machine together with the fabrics to be washed, and washing is subsequently carried out in the customary way. The device used comprises a flexible bag mounted on a ring made of plastic with helical radial walls providing apertures through the mouth delimited by the ring. A assembly in the form of a cage can be arranged inside the sleeve of the bag in order to maintain the form of the latter during the washing. The product dissolves progressively and little escapes from the device in solid form.

Abstract: An adjustable elastic band is provided which fits around the upper arm of the user with a strap secured to the band having Velcro fasteners thereon so that the strap can be secured around ski goggles to retain the goggles against the upper outer side of the arm of the wearer.

Abstract: An aromatic package comprises a liquid or gel type aromatic and a sack made of a gas-permeable but liquid-impermeable film and hermetically receiving the aromatic. In another form of the aromatic package of the invention, the above-mentioned aromatic package is received in a gas-permeable case which in turn is hermetically sealed in a gas-impermeable packaging member. In use, the packaging member is broken and the case is placed in, for example, a house room or compartment of a motor vehicle, so that the fragrance or aroma is released and floats on the air.

Abstract: A filter vessel including a vessel body having a bottom outlet opening; a carrying handle mounted on the vessel body; a closing rod extending alongside the vessel body and being longitudinally movably supported thereby between first and second positions; a valve mounted on the closing rod for maintaining the outlet opening open or closed in the respective first or second position of the closing rod; a spring urging the closing rod into the first position; an engagement face carried on the closing rod; an operating lever pivotally supported by the vessel body in an upper zone of the carrying handle and having a depressed position and a raised position; and a clamping cam carried by the operating lever. The clamping cam is in contact with the engagement face and displaces the closing rod toward the second position upon manual movement of the operating lever into the depressed position.

Abstract: A protective cover for eyeglasses formed of a generally tubular member having axially opposite open ends which is constructed from relatively resilient material and snugly houses therein at least the frame front and lenses of a pair of eyeglasses.

Abstract: A combined eye glass, contact lens and contact lens accessories case comprising a foldable member which may be moved between open and closed positions and which has compartments formed therein to enable eye glasses to be stored therein as well as a contact lens case, a cleaning solution bottle and a wetting solution bottle. A mirror is also provided on the interior of the case.

Abstract: Ground coffee is packaged in a disposable brewing device for use in brewing a mug of coffee in a novel and unique manner facilitated by the use of a microwave oven. To prepare a freshly brewed mug of coffee the disposable device is inserted into and attached unto a coffee mug, water is added and the mug is placed in a microwave oven. A resilient stable element supports and anchors a filter bag containing premeasured amount of ground coffee beans. Expandable inner volume of filter bag facilitates percolation, minimizes buoyant force and prevents spill-over. Materials with varied coefficients of absorption to microwave energy are utilized in construction so that desired temperature differences are realized.

Abstract: The device comprises a base element, made of cardboard or the like material, and a spacer element adapted for quick application to the base element and for supporting the spectacles frame bridge portion.

Abstract: Device for washing of fabric by machine having at least one filling orifice and ports for progressively releasing a liquid detergent into the fabric during washing. At least one solid product including additive ingredients useful for washing is located outside the main body of the device. These additive ingredients are likewise released progressively during washing. The solid product preferably comprises sodium perborate.

Abstract: A capsule and a method of making a capsule for use in the dissolution of a chlorine chemical compound into a body of water. The capsule comprises a tablet section having at least one chlorine compound tablet and a shell securely fitted about the tablet section. The shell has two apertures at opposite ends, each extension extending away from the tablet section and having a conduit communicating with an aperture to reduce the dissolving rate of the chlorine into the water. The ends of the extensions may be shaped to prevent the capsule from standing on its ends.

Abstract: A protective case for use with a diver's face mask of the type which includes a glass window, a pliable frame supporting the window around its periphery, and a headband attached to opposite sides of the frame. The protective case comprises: (a) a flat base panel of foam material and (b) a peripheral wall attached to and upstanding from the edge of the base panel and having a contour with the base panel adapted to house the mask without play therebetween. There is (c) a flat cover panel of foam material attached on one side of the peripheral wall with a pair of spaced tethers, and (d) a fastener for detachably attaching the other side of the cover panel to the peripheral wall.

Abstract: A protective carry case for eyeglasses having removable and replaceable components is provided. Storage space is provided in the case for eyeglasses frame, replacement pane, extra foam absorber strip, and interchangeable/adjustable temple members.

Abstract: A coffee filter for a coffee making apparatus, comprising a funnel or holder (1) for receiving a filter element containing ground coffee, said funnel having at least at its lower end an inclined wall section (2), an outflow opening (4) in said wall (2) for draining coffee brew into a container positioned under said funnel (1), a disc valve (18) for selectively closing said outflow opening (4), said valve (18) being controlled by control means comprising a slide (6) guided in a slit (5) provided in a vertical wall section (3) arranged opposite to said inclined wall section (2), said slide (6) having a grip (6') at the outer side and a cam (7) with an undulated surface (8), at the inner side of said vertical wall section (3), said disc valve (18) being connected to one end (17) of a lever (14), the other lever end (16) being designed as a cam follower cooperating with said undulating cam surface (8), a leaf spring (10) extending transversely across the space between the inclined wall section (2) and the vertica

Abstract: An improvement in tag-like grasping means located at the end of retrieval means for infusion bags including a shaped slit for forming an adjustable hook-like portion to clip the grasping means to the rim of substantially any container utilized for the infusion process. The shaped slit has a lower portion and an upper portion. The lower portion extends upwardly from an open end in the bottom edge of the grasping means adjacent the point of affixation of the retrieval means thereto to an upper end, and the upper portion extends from the upper end of the lower portion transversely across the grasping means above the point of affixation of the retrieval means to the grasping means to a closed end.

Abstract: A chlorine compound containing chemical tablet for dissolution into a surrounding body of water which includes an elongate tablet with length longer than thickness having an elongate central section connecting two opposing obliquely tapered ends along a longitudinal axis and an elongate tablet shell encasing the tablet having a corresponding elongate central section connecting two opposing obliquely tapered ends. The ends of the shell have openings therein and form an inwardly sloping and obliquely angled junction with the shell's elongate central section. The encased tablet lies in a skimmer unit on its side along a longitudinal axis and dissolves in a generally uniform and slow rate.

Abstract: A package for the infusion of tea, coffee, or other substances comprising a cover having a central panel against which an infusion bag is hingedly attached and a pair of side panels extending laterally from each side thereof to form wings adapted to engage the outer surface of a cup in which the infusion process takes place at laterally spaced positions to give greater positioning stability and convenience in maniuplation and disposal to such package.

Abstract: This invention relates to a disposable dispenser which is designed to be removably fastened to the central agitating post of a washing machine for dispensing a laundry active into the wash water of the machine.

Abstract: A laundry product comprising a particulate laundry composition releasably contained within a closed, single- or multi-compartment sachet having a frangible seal, in which the sachet is formed of water-insoluble, calender-bonded or calender-finished, non-woven bonded substrate material. The product combines good storage characteristics with excellent product dissolution characteristics under European and US laundering conditions.

Abstract: The invention relates to an infusion, stirring and hanging device for preparing beverage in a container comprising a porous bag made of a liquid permeable material containing an infusible substance, and a rigid, non-toxic unit having one section located within said porous bag and another section protruding therefrom, the protruding section having rigid or partially flexible hanging means, enabling the hanging of said device on the rim of said container.

Abstract: A combination mug and tea bag holder wherein the tea bag holder is an integral part of the mug, to thereby provide a convenient location to store a used tea bag, either for subsequent reuse on a second or subsequent refill or for easy discarding after the user is finished drinking the tea. A transverse receptacle is formed into the upper portion of a mug, which slot opens up into the mug. A tea bag which has been dipped into hot water may be slid by the string attached to the tea bag from the hot water into the transverse receptacle where it can rest until it needs to be subsequently reused or eventually discarded.

Abstract: A case for eyeglasses and for contact lenses is formed as a shell of substantially rigid plastic with a cover member and a base member which are hinged together along a longitudinal side edge. The case also has a partition that is also hinged and is formed of semi-flexible plastic or is a laminate of a formed plastic foam member and a plate member of substantially rigid plastic.

Abstract: A lightweight washable reversible conformal spectacle receptacle which increases any primary dimension of the spectacles by no more than the thickness of the material is provided. The receptacle can comprise an envelope of woven material and can include a wall retention member and one or more end closures which can be refastenable.

Abstract: A filter bag is positioned inside and fastened to a holding frame. The holding frame has substantially vertical walls and is adapted to be placed on the edge of a coffee cup or the like. The sides of the holding frame that face the filter bag are made of hydrophobic material. The filter bag is made of nonwoven hydrophilic filter material.

Abstract: A dispensing device for a soluble granular material is disclosed, which device comprises a tube formed of a liquid-impermeable material and of unitary construction, the tube being closed at both ends and having perforations along a portion of its length at or close to one end, and containing a soluble granular material. Preferably the lower end of the tube has a flattened, paddle-like portion, and the perforations are arranged linearly along opposite sides of the tube aligned with the edges of this flattened portion.

Abstract: A sealed beverage package containing one or more beverage ingredients and being formed from substantially air- and water-impermeable materials, the said package comprising a body portion having a compartment containing the beverage ingredients and a beverage outlet channel formed therein, the beverage outlet channel and the compartment of the body portion containing the beverage ingredients communicating in such a manner that, in use, the said compartment and the outlet channel co-operate to act as a filter during the preparation of a beverage from the package.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for the elimination of end pockets in metal halide arc tube envelopes (or other irregularities) in order to improve the color stability thereof.The present invention is also directed to the improved lamps having reduced or substantially eliminated end pockets.The magnitude of this improvement will increase with decreasing arc tube size, since in smaller arc tubes, the tube ends represent a larger fraction of the overall inner surface of the device.

Abstract: A lid structure is formed of conjoined upper and lower sheets of material. One of the sheets has a receptacle formed therein which receives an elastomeric pad. The portion of the conjoined first and second sheets form a sealing flange which completely surrounds the periphery of the receptacle and which provides a surface whereby the lid may be secured to a container.

Abstract: An infusion bag for making beverages from extractable substances includes first and second subchambers that are connected to each other at their upper and lower transverse edges. A rigid actuating handle having a rigid transverse web, is connected to the subchambers and permits the subchambers to be subjected to up and down movements so that infusion of the extractable substances can occur in a very short time.

Abstract: A pouched through the washer and dryer laundry additive product having at least one of its walls constructed of finely apertured polymeric film. In a particularly preferred embodiment, both pouch walls are constructed of finely apertured polymeric film to permit substantially full dissolution and discharge of the washer additive contained in the pouch during the washing cycle, yet retain substantially all of the dryer additive until the product is transferred into an automatic clothes dryer along with the laundered textiles. Pouched through the washer and dryer laundry additive products of the present invention deliver a significantly greater quantity of dryer additive material onto the textiles being tumble dried when contrasted with comparably constructed pouches comprised entirely of nonwoven and/or paper material.

Abstract: A container containing a predetermined quantity of incompatible detergent compositions is introduced into the drum of a machine for washing laundry. The container comprises compartments which separately receive the constituents of the detergent compositions which are mutually incompatible, for example, the constituents which release active oxygen or chlorine and the remainder of the detergent compositions are separated. Each of the compartments has openings for permitting its contents to diffuse into the washing machine during the washing process.

Abstract: A filter bag for insusion products is provided having multiple successive container pockets or lobes, each for infusing a corresponding dose or unit quantity of product. The bag structure permits two usage layouts. The flat layout form is for packaging in lots for sale with said lobes superimposed or folded one over the other or side by side. The other layout form has the lobes opened out or distended following the pick up and pull of the corresponding tag (label) ending in the thread for handling the filter bag at the time of usage. The thread has a length equal to that of the bag as laid out for use with the pockets or lobes distended. The thread is fixed to the opposing ends of said bag by means of a piece of heat weldable material together with the non heat weldable paper tag (label) adjacent to one of said opposing ends.

Abstract: A valve assembly for use with an inflatable article wherein the valve assembly tends toward greater sealing when the inflatable article is subject to increased pressure and wherein the sealing portion of such assembly is adapted to secure a tablet therein.

Abstract: A beverage bag assembly includes a supporting framework, a vented cap, a flotation ring, and, preferably, a storage chamber. A water permeable bag with an open top is supported by the framework, attached to the flotation ring, and capped, all the elements joined by a securing band. When the bag is filled with a dry beverage substance, it is suspended and immersed in water and held there by the flotation of the flotation ring. The cap and storage chamber include gas escape vents and removable vent tabs.

Abstract: An eyeglasses case or contact lens case cover having a pouch (10, 34) sized and shaped to receive a pair of eyeglasses (12) or a case (36) for contact lenses for storage; a closure (14, 38) hingedly attached to the pouch (10, 34) and sized, shaped, and positioned so that it can be pivoted away from the pouch (10, 34) to facilitate the insertion or removal of a pair of eyeglasses (12) or a case (36) for contact lenses from the pouch (10, 34) and pivoted into contact with the pouch (10, 34) to protect a pair of eyeglasses (12) or a case (36) for contact lenses contained therewithin; and at least one magnetic fastener (16, 40) including a first member (18, 42) attached to the inside of the pouch (10, 34) and a second member (20, 44) attached to the inside of the closure (14, 38) in position to releasably engage the first member (18, 42) when the closure (14, 38 ) is pivoted into close proximity to the pouch (10, 34).

Abstract: Sun tea adapter apparatus includes a relatively long cylinder for holding tea bags and having mesh sides and bottom and adapted to be inserted into a plastic carton, such as one gallon plastic milk cartons, to allow the plastic carton to be used for making sun tea. The adapter includes a top portion above the mesh cylinder, which substantially duplicates the top of the milk carton to enable the milk carton cap to be placed onto the top of the adapter. A second embodiment utilizes a wider mouthed plastic jar which may be specifically designed for the making of sun tea.

Abstract: A liquid-dispensing pouch is provided that has a nonwoven wall which permits repeated releases of the liquid from within the pouch when the wall is wetted on its outer surface with a solvent for the liquid, but prevents seepage of the liquid from within the pouch when the outer surface of the wall is dry.