Abstract: A culture dish combination for embryo thawing and embryo transfer is provided. The culture dish combination includes a first culture dish and a second culture dish, the first culture dish includes a first dish cavity for thawing and laser-assisted hatching of frozen embryos, and an opening of the first dish cavity is upward. The second culture dish is detachably connected to the first culture dish, and the second culture dish includes a second dish cavity for balancing culture medium before the embryo transfer; the second culture dish further includes a third dish cavity surrounding the second dish cavity, and openings of the second dish cavity and the third dish cavity are upward. The culture dish combination solves problems of complex operations of thawing the frozen embryo, laser-assisted hatching and the embryo transfer, which increases the accuracy of the operation of embryo thawing and improves the stability of the incubator environment.

Abstract: A tonneau cover system, comprising: (a) a retractable tonneau cover having a plurality of interconnected panels; (b) a first retainer secured to a first sidewall of a cargo box of a vehicle; and (c) a second retainer secured to an opposing second sidewall of the cargo box, wherein the first retainer and the second retainer are substantially parallel to each other so that the tonneau cover spans between the first retainer and the second retainer; and wherein the plurality of panels each include a bearing positioned within the first retainer to guide the tonneau cover in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the first retainer.

Abstract: A console for storing personal items has a tub defining an inner volume onto which tub a windowed spacer guide frame defining at least a first window and a second window is removably installed. A tray is removably held within the first window, and defines at least one slot to hold an electronic device. A self-centering cup holder is removably held within the second window. Optionally, a snack cup is held within the second window, spaced apart from the self-centering cup holder by a spacer guide. The spacer guide has flaps that splay open to cover a greater portion of the second window as desired. Optionally, a cover for the tub forms a tray table surface, with portions of the cover tray slidably extendable away from one another to enlarge the tray table surface when the cover is separated from the tub.

Abstract: A closure unit for a storage compartment, in particular of a motor vehicle, with a frame that forms an access opening for the storage compartment, with two closure elements arranged displaceable on the frame, wherein the closure elements each close a different part of the access opening in a closed position and together close the entire access opening in their respective closed position, and wherein a handle for manually moving the closure elements is disposed at the mutually facing ends of the closure elements. It is provided that the closure elements each have an off-center projection at their mutually facing ends, on which the respective handle is disposed, such that the handles in the closed position of both closure elements are arranged in a line transverse to the sliding direction of the closure elements.

Abstract: An apparatus for transporting objects from a first compartment to a second compartment, where a movable valve element gates off the first compartment from the second compartment. The device includes a transfer element operable with the valve element to prevent the valve element from opening when the transfer element is not engaging the first compartment and to prevent articles and particulates, fluids, gases, odors, and matter from the second compartment from entering the first compartment when the valve element is open. A method for transferring articles into a container is also provided.

Abstract: An armrest storage box assembly has an armrest box body comprising a first storage space having a first opening, and an armrest connected to the armrest box body, the armrest moving between a first closed position and a first open position to open and close the first opening. The armrest comprises an armrest body, comprising a second storage space having a second opening, and a cover connected to the armrest body, the cover moving between a second closed position at which the second opening is closed and a second open position at which the second opening is opened to open and close the second opening.

Abstract: A closing device for a storage compartment, in particular of a motor vehicle, having a closing element, slidable on a frame, for releasing or closing a frame opening of the frame, and a locking device for locking the closing element in at least one sliding position, wherein the locking device has at least one actuating handle, which is disposed on the closing element and projects from the closing element for gripping, and is coupled to the locking device for locking and releasing the locking. It is provided that the actuating handle is disposed displaceable on the closing element only in one plane, in particular parallel to the frame. The invention further relates to a storage compartment for a motor vehicle with such a closing device.

Abstract: A storage area for an electric vehicle includes a rigid tunnel positioned within a passenger compartment of the electric vehicle. The tunnel covers a portion of a battery assembly that extends above a floor structure of the vehicle such that the passenger compartment is sealed from the battery assembly. A center console is positioned within the passenger compartment. The center console is disposed on top of the tunnel such that a medial portion of the center console is spaced a vertical distance above a top surface of the rigid tunnel. A first end and a second end of the center console are coupled with the top surface of the rigid tunnel. A thickness of the medial portion is less than that of the first end and the second end. A space between the top surface of the tunnel and a bottom surface of the medial portion defines the storage area.

Abstract: A center console includes a base and a bin supported on the base. The bin has a first section and a second section that define a variable volume storage compartment.

Abstract: A lid (100) for a container (1901) includes a first sliding door (102) and a second sliding door (103). A lid body (101) has a container engaging section (104) and an interior section (103) having a sliding surface (120) and a sharps disposal aperture (119). The second sliding door interlocks between the sliding surface and the first sliding door. The first sliding door and the second sliding door are selectively slidable between: an open position (1100) with a minor protuberance (124) and the major protuberance (125) disposed beneath the second sliding door; a partially closed position (1500) with an edge (701) of the second sliding door disposed between the minor protuberance and the major protuberance; and a closed position (1700) with the major protuberance disposed between the edge of the second sliding door and the minor protuberance.

Abstract: Covers for use with refrigeration units may include rails that extend across a top opening of the refrigeration unit. One or more lids may be supported by support surfaces on the rails. The lids may be movable (e.g., slidable) between closed and open positions. The lids may include lid plates and feet configured to raise lid plates off of the support surfaces, thereby forming gaps between the lid plates and the support surfaces. The lids may include filling elements to fill at least a portion of the gaps between the lid plates and the support surfaces. In some embodiments, the feet may have a generally Z-shaped configuration. In some embodiments, the cover may include multiple frame elements having transparent spacers at the ends of the frame elements, and the cover may include end pieces at the ends of the cover.

Abstract: Refrigeration units and door systems for refrigeration units are provided. A door system for a refrigeration unit includes an outer frame and at least two sliding doors having the same size. Each door can include inner, outer, upper and lower sides that can have side outer surfaces presenting a seal profile that permits each door to seal when in a closed position. Each door can include pins extending outward from side outer surfaces of the upper and lower sides. The door system can include two parallel running rails within the outer frame. Each rail can include an upper sliding groove in which the pins of the sliding door run when the sliding doors move to an open position and a plurality of seating grooves that open up to the upper sliding grooves and extend downward from the upper sliding grooves in which the sliding doors reside in a closed position.

Abstract: A transportable tool box comprising a large compartment configured with upright extending side walls defining a top opening of the large compartment configured with a locomotive arrangement, and two compartmented covers slidingly displaceable over the top opening of the large compartment between a closed position wherein the covers coextend and cover the top opening, and an open position wherein the two covers are displaced away from one another and expose the large compartment to allow access thereto. A locking arrangement is provided for arresting the compartmented covers at the closed position.

Abstract: A cover for a merchandising storage unit for displaying of goods with a storage compartment, which cover includes at least one lid having a rear part and a front part, and which is displaceable towards an open position by displacing the lid away from an access side of the storage compartment, wherein the lid in a closed position is arranged at an angle in relation to horizontal, the cover having a rail system having at least a right rail arrangement and a left rail arrangement for guiding the at least one lid, wherein each rail arrangement includes a first track for guiding the front part of the lid and having a front part and a rear part, and a second track for guiding the rear part of the lid and having a front part, and a rear part, wherein the second track is separate to said first track.

Abstract: A portable storage enclosure is presented. The enclosure is a substantially rectangular enclosure formed of wood, having fixed ends and sides. The enclosure may have a back formed of slats held by grooves in the ends and/or sides. The enclosure has two sliding doors, each configured with an aperture, so that the apertures may be used both to manipulate the doors, and as handles to lift and transport the enclosure. The sliding doors have two closed positions, so that the apertures are oriented together at the center of the enclosure, or apart at the ends of the enclosure. The enclosure may also have handles on the ends and/or sides to facilitate carrying the enclosure in several orientations.

Abstract: A storage device for a refrigerator includes a storage box defining a storage chamber storing food therein and installed removably in a storage space, an opening/closing unit for opening/closing partly or fully the storage chamber, and a guide unit for guiding the opening/closing of the storage chamber by the opening/closing unit. An apparatus/method is provided.

Abstract: A media storage and display sleeve is adapted to fit over a media storage container to provide a unique interactive marketing piece to be viewed and handled by the consumer. The sleeve includes an inner sleeve that receives the traditional media storage container and a pair of outer sleeves that slide back and forth over the inner sleeve between closed and open configurations. Stops are used to impede the outer sleeves from being readily removed from the inner sleeve.

Abstract: Portable and stackable multipurpose containers are disclosed. The containers have an oval base and an oval top in communication with sides of the wall extending perpendicularly from the base. The oval top is slidably positioned to open from both sides, which are perpendicular to the oval sides; the top is slidable. The multipurpose container is adapted for storing nails, screws, and similar items useful to craftsmen.

Abstract: The invention is a case for receiving at least one data storage disk. The case is comprised of two cover members and a base. The case opens by sliding one or both cover members away from each other to allow removal of the disk from the base. The present improved DVD or CD case has very few components which are characterized by great simplicity whereby low manufacturing and assembly cost is achieved, without sacrificing reliability and resistance to breakage or malfunctioning. The case can be accommodated in existing racks, or holders and displays.

Abstract: A box device includes a box body having a housing portion with an upper opening, and a front movable member and a rear movable member slidably disposed in front and rear directions in the box body for opening and closing the upper opening of the housing portion. The box device further includes a first guide portion engaging the front movable member for guiding the front movable member to slide in the front and rear directions; a second guide portion engaging the rear movable member for guiding the rear movable member to slide in the front and rear directions; and an engaging device for connecting and disconnecting the front movable member and the rear movable member.

Abstract: Systems and elements are disclosed for creating a continuous, collimated detection zone for an automatically-actuated device or container, such as an automatic waste container, wherein the detection zone can be made to match the opening periphery of the container, is height adjustable, immune from ambient light fluctuations and relatively simple and inexpensive to produce.

Abstract: A workpiece handling system with dual load locks, a transport chamber and a process chamber. Workpieces may be retrieved from one load lock for processing at vacuum pressure, while workpieces are unloaded from the other load lock at the pressure of the surrounding environment. The transport chamber has a transport robot with two arms. Processed workpieces and new workpieces may be exchanged by a simple under/over motion of the two robot arms. The transport robot rotates about a central shaft to align with the load locks or the process chamber. The robot may also be raised or lowered to align the arms with the desired location to which workpieces are deposited or from which workpieces are retrieved. The two load locks may be positioned one above the other such that a simple vertical motion of the robot can be used to select between the two load locks. The two load locks and transport robot allow almost continuous processing.

Abstract: A container having an inner volume and an outer surface having symmetrical arched track pairs on opposite sides of the container extending from an intersection at the top of the product function orifice to the bottom of the flattened support base of the container joined with a matched pair of half hollow, arching, combination split cap and handle components arched to match and slidably engage the arched track pairs on opposite sides of the container in order to form a product container, cap and handle combination that operate together when placed in the palm, fingers and thumb of a human being to slidably open and close with alternating hand grip pressure on the base or the top of the combination split cap and handles which may also automatically activate and deactivate the product function of one of the variety of products that could be located inside this type of container.

Abstract: A console includes a housing with a central storage area selectively enclosed by first and second sliding tray assemblies which move between a closed position adjacent one another to an open position distal from one another for gaining access to the central storage area. The console may include a removable storage bag which can be fitted under the sliding trays and removed from the console for carrying to a remote location. The sliding tray assemblies include storage systems, such as a storage/trash bin, cup holders, and the like and include a positive latching system to prevent inadvertent movement of the trays.

Abstract: A storage compartment is covered by two lids that can be opened by a handle in such a manner that the two lids expose a storage compartment from the middle to the edges. An additional compartment is connected to the handle. This compartment, depending on the direction of motion of the handle, is pushed beneath a hider or is moved over the storage compartment in the direction of travel FR.