Body Carried And/or Operated Type Patents (Class 222/175)
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Patent number: 4921143Abstract: A portable beverage dispenser adapted to be carried by a vendor includes an insulated tank having an internal compartment in which a beverage to be dispensed is retained. A discharge passage is provided through a wall of the insulated tank and communicates with the internal compartment adjacent a lower end of the compartment. A pressurizing passage extends through a wall of the tank and communicates with the internal compartment adjacent an upper end of the compartment. A pump is attached to the tank and includes a fluid transmitting line for directing a pressurizing gas into the upper end of the internal compartment through the pressurizing passage for pressurizing a beverage within the compartment, and a nozzle communicates with the discharge passage adjacent the lower end of the internal compartment for dispensing the beverage.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 1988Date of Patent: May 1, 1990Assignee: Thirst Aid, Inc.Inventor: Robert L. Billet
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Patent number: 4921141Abstract: A multi-layered hat is disclosed for storing a dispensable fluid therein. The hat comprises upper and lower layers of material interconnected to form a fluid retaining cavity therebetween. A discharge port and ventilation port are formed in the surface of the layers to facilitate discharge of the beverage to a fluid conduit, the other end of which may be placed in the mouth of the user. A thermal exchange unit, such as a frozen refrigerant encased in non-toxic plastic material, is disposed substantially within the cavity, and is adapted to transfer thermal energy between the refrigerant and the fluid stored in the cavity.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 1985Date of Patent: May 1, 1990Assignee: Lush Lid, Inc.Inventor: William E. Branum
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Patent number: 4903864Abstract: Disclosed herein is a glove amusement device for squirting liquid. The device includes a liquid storage apparatus, a glove and an umbilical cord connecting the two. The liquid storage apparatus includes an electro-mechanical pump which is activated by a trigger mechanism on the glove and a liquid container. The umbilical cord contains both electrical and liquid conduit. The electrical conduit connects the pump and the trigger and a portable power source, such as a battery pack, while the liquid conduit connects the liquid container and an opening in the glove. The liquid is transported from the container through the liquid conduit out an opening in the glove by activation of a pump. An end cap at the termination of the liquid conduit causes pressure to build at the end cap and a pulsating, hard stream of liquid is forced out the glove opening.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 1988Date of Patent: February 27, 1990Inventor: Eddie A. Sirhan
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Patent number: 4903860Abstract: A pill-dispenser to be worn as a neck-chain. The dispenser includes a storage tube having an upper dispensing outlet selectively closed off or opened via a sliding sleeve retained in place over the dispensing outlet by o-rings. The storage tube is coupled at its upper end to a chain whereby it is suspended in pendant-like fashion for aesthetic appearance.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 1989Date of Patent: February 27, 1990Assignee: The Cloverline, Inc.Inventors: Norbert Leopoldi, William Heinrich
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Patent number: 4896797Abstract: A manually operated seeder and gardening device has a storage hopper for seeds with a pressure activated valve therein to permit the passage of seed from the storage hopper onto the desired location. The arrangements of parts and relative sizes is such as to meter the seed to be deposited. An optional insert traversing the length of the hopper to allow for depositing of a growth aid at the moment of seed expulsion.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 1989Date of Patent: January 30, 1990Inventor: Bruce A. Tumlin
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Patent number: 4848660Abstract: The invention relates to a portable container for liquid. The container has a reservoir with an upper opening for filling and an outlet forming a source of supply. The container is equipped with a strap which operates both as a shoulder strap and a carrying handle. The strap is made of a single piece of material and two upper locations are fixed to the upper part of the container, while the ends of the strap are adjustably attached to the lower part of the container.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 1987Date of Patent: July 18, 1989Assignee: Thomas Industries, Inc.Inventor: Mark E. O'Connell
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Patent number: 4846525Abstract: A spray system for the periodic application of sun tanning solution for the cooling and comfort of the user. In one embodiment, the system may be utilized in conjunction with a conventional lounge chair. The lounge chair has one or more longitudinal rails along the sides thereof, and a tanning-solution-containing bladder or reservoir may be affixed to the chair. A solution tube extends into the bladder and a pump conveys solution from the bladder to a plurality of spray nozzles. In the embodiment noted, the nozzles may be affixed to one of the rails of the chair. When desired, the user operates the pump to discharge a mist of water and tanning aid solution which cools the user.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 1988Date of Patent: July 11, 1989Inventor: Ted A. Manning
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Patent number: 4836416Abstract: A flexible container for liquid storage including a collapsible bag element enclosed within an outer bag and integrally formed with a neck defining an opening for liquid flow therethrough and a valve for controllably determining the flow rate of stored liquid through the neck including an outer cap, protrusions being formed both on the lower edge of the outer cap and on the upper edge of the neck and arranged such that rotation of the outer cap relative to the neck from a fully closed position to a flow position causes engagement of the protrusions and a user-sensible resistance to rotation.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 1987Date of Patent: June 6, 1989Assignee: Aran Arizot NachshonInventors: Asaf Shalgi, Juval Limon
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Patent number: 4826050Abstract: In spraying liquid herbicides and insecticides, a predetermined dose is delivered in each operation of a dosing apparatus. The dosing apparatus comprises a piston-and-cylinder combination supported on a hangle. The piston is biased in one direction by a spring or by pressurized propellant, and movement of the piston in this one direction causes the liquid to flow into the cylinder through a check valve. Actuation of a trigger-operated valve releases pressurized propellant into the cylinder on the opposite side of the piston (or alternatively into an auxiliary cylinder) causing movement of the piston and discharge of the liquid through a second check valve and then through a spray nozzle. The dosing apparatus includes a portable backpack structure molded of a plastics material, and is especially suited for portable operation in remote locations. The backpack is formed with a reservoir for reagent and a compartment for removably holding a pressurized propellant container.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 1986Date of Patent: May 2, 1989Inventors: Allan P. Murphy, John Toth
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Patent number: 4807813Abstract: An amusement device adapted to be mounted to a bicycle or other velocipede designed to promote enjoyment and safty. The amusement device has a fluid reservoir, a pump driven by the velocipede wheel for removing fluid from the reservoir, a conduit for conveying water from the pump to an exit nozzle and a helmet adapted to be worn by the rider of the velocipede to which the nozzle can be attached.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 1987Date of Patent: February 28, 1989Inventor: Larry Coleman
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Patent number: 4801088Abstract: A pump driven portable sprayer powered by rechargeable batteries. The pump and batteries are housed in a rigid pipe which is threaded onto a liquid tank in extension through a fill opening of the tank. Extending from the pipe is a flexible hose which carries a spray wand on its end. A cap on the pipe is equipped with electrical connections for a battery charger and for alternative power sources such as an AC adapter, a vehicle cigarette lighter adapter or a portable battery pack.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 1987Date of Patent: January 31, 1989Inventor: Wesley L. Baker
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Patent number: 4775104Abstract: A hand held device for directing water soluble insecticide or the like on growing plants by use of a directable hand held source of water under pressure. A quantity of water soluble insecticide fertilizer, plant food or the like in the form of a solid bar or brick is attached to a length of dowel or a paddle like structure with a water directing end surface. By directing a stream of water on the water soluble bar or brick, the water soluble substance of the bar or brick is mixed with water and directed toward a selected plant. Manipulation of the water stream and/or dowel or paddle like structure can provide precise directional flow of the mixture.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 1987Date of Patent: October 4, 1988Inventor: Chris Harkins
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Patent number: 4773568Abstract: A material spreader carried by the operator in one hand and operated by the same hand for oscillatory movement includes a hollow hopper, a spring-like carrying and operating handle attached to the hopper wall, and a material distributor mounted on the hopper exterior wall to receive material inertially ejected from the hopper through a gated aperture.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 1987Date of Patent: September 27, 1988Inventor: Louis R. Schaefer
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Patent number: 4768681Abstract: A water action toy is worn on a child's hand by means of a glove secured to and underneath a housing in which a water reservoir, a water pump, an electrical motor and a battery pack are housed. A pair of actuators are mounted on a thumb sheath and a forefinger sheath of the glove. When the actuators are brought together by finger manipulation, the motor drives the pump to eject water in a series of spurts from the toy.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 1987Date of Patent: September 6, 1988Assignee: Multi Toys Corp.Inventors: Bryan L. Dean, Victor G. Reiling
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Patent number: 4768688Abstract: A suntan lotion bracelet formed from a tubular body configured in the shape of a ring. The interior of the tubular body forms a chamber for receiving a liquid suntan lotion or other liquids or lotions to be applied to the human body, particularly, lotions, the effectiveness of which is enhanced by maintaining a fairly constant dosage level through the day. The tubular body can have a variety of structures for filling the chamber with suntan lotion and for dispensing of the same. In certain embodiments of the suntan lotion bracelet, the tubular body has both of its opposite ends open and they respectively receive a female end cap and a male end cap that are detachably engaged to each other. The female cap has a nozzle portion having an orifice therein through which the chamber of the tubular body is filled with liquid suntan lotion and the same orifice acts as a dispensing orifice.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 1986Date of Patent: September 6, 1988Inventor: Roy M. Harrigan
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Patent number: 4763814Abstract: A fluid feeding device in which a battery, a DC motor and an electric pump are housed within a portable case. A fluid in a fluid container mounted on and communicated with the electric pump is discharged from a fluid discharge gun in a predetermined quantity or continuously. The fluid feeding device is compact in size and light in weight so that an operator can easily carry it in a wide range, whereby the fluid feeding device can be easily used at a high place or at a narrow place. The fluid feeding device is used, for instance, for feeding grease into mechanical bearings or the like.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 1987Date of Patent: August 16, 1988Assignees: Ishikawajima-Harima Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Ishikawajima Yuki Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Kenzo Haruyama, Kenichiro Tsuruga, Tadashi Yoshikawa
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Patent number: 4739905Abstract: A beverage dispensing device combined with a hat or helmet is disclosed. The beverage dispensing device consists of a rigid or semi-rigid hat or helmet with holders for holding a container on each side of the hat or helmet. A flexible tube placed inside of each container is joined to form a single tube that terminates in a person's mouth. A person placing the mouthpiece in his mouth and commencing the flow of beverage can enjoy the beverage while leaving his hands free.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 1985Date of Patent: April 26, 1988Inventor: Steve R. Nelson
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Patent number: 4736876Abstract: A linear array of flexible containers suitable for holding and dispensing liquid or semi-liquid substances is disclosed. The array is arranged so that the series of packets may be worn about a portion of the body, for example, the wrist.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 1982Date of Patent: April 12, 1988Inventor: Carol A. Kriss
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Patent number: 4688643Abstract: A novel portable flexible water tank and pump which can be carried on a firefighter's back and used for fighting forest fires. The water carrying backpack and water pump combination comprises: (a) a flexible hollow waterproof water container; (b) harness means attached to the water container suitable for securing the water container to the back of a human being; (c) means attached to the water container for filling the water container; (d) hand operated water pumping means; (e) means for connecting the hand operated water pumping means with the water container in order to permit water from the interior of the water container to be delivered to the hand operated water pump; and (f) perspiration ventilation means located on the side of the water container which rests against the back of the human being.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 1986Date of Patent: August 25, 1987Assignee: Fireflex Manufacturing, Ltd.Inventors: Stanley D. Carter, Blayney Scott
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Patent number: 4682715Abstract: A detachable shoe accessory for dispensing lure directly onto the ground for attracting animals or camouflaging one's own scent. It consists of a container from which deer lure or other scent camouflaging liquid is gradually dispensed onto an elongated, flexible, absorbent applicator, which is drug along the ground during walking activity, thereby leaving a scented trail along one's path.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 1986Date of Patent: July 28, 1987Inventor: Richard R. Reeves
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Patent number: 4681244Abstract: A portable mix bar comprising a hard hat having a plurality of drink containers and a pair of mixing chambers for mixing drinks mounted thereon wherein the flow of drinks to and from the mixing chambers is controlled by a plurality of valves. Also provided is a plurality of tubes for carrying drinks from the drink containers to the valves and mixing chambers and between valves and mixing chambers and from the mixing chambers to the mouth of a user.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 1986Date of Patent: July 21, 1987Inventor: John D. Geddie
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Patent number: 4667851Abstract: Hand-over tear gas canisters and personal security devices utilizing same are herein disclosed. A tactile element, preferably in the form of an elongate ridge or rib, is provided on the outer surface of the canister, or on a holster which receives the canister, to facilitate orientation of the canister with a gas discharge nozzle thereof pointing away from the user. In use, by feeling the position of the ridge or rib, the user will be aware of the direction of gas discharge and can thereby avoid misdirection of the gas.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 1985Date of Patent: May 26, 1987Inventor: William E. Wilkerson
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Patent number: 4651903Abstract: Sprayer apparatus with a molded container having a back-support panel for abutting relation with the back of a user while being carried, the container having attached, at the lower end thereof, a stand formed of bent tubing for supporting the container in a vertical position on a surface. A pressure vessel is centrally disposed within the container, with the lower portion of the pressure vessel having a threaded coupling fitting opening communicating with inlet and outlet passages. A fitting is threadably received within this opening, the fitting having passages communicating with the container and pressure vessel. A support plate is configured for detachably slidably securing directly to the lower part of the stand for support of a motor operated pump and battery, with the battery disposed inwardly relative to the bend of the stand, and the motor-pump outwardly thereof. Flexible tubing interconnects the pump and fitting.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 1986Date of Patent: March 24, 1987Inventor: Ferro D. Pagliai
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Patent number: 4645128Abstract: An apparatus for spraying plant-protective agents comprises a spray head having a motor, a spray plate mounted on the driving shaft of the former and a first container which is fastened to a lance. The container is connected via a connecting pipe line with a nozzle in the vicinity of the center of the spray plate. Diametrically opposite the mouth of the connecting pipe line in the container, a supply hose is connected with the first container which hose connects the latter container with a portable second container. Thereby, the relatively small first container can be refilled from the substantially larger second container. A large area can, therefore, be sprayed without having to handle the plant-protective agent. This reduces the danger of coming into contact with the plant-protecting agent. The apparatus is particularly suitable for the spraying of insecticides and fungicides.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 1985Date of Patent: February 24, 1987Assignee: Ciba-Geigy AGInventor: Alfred Graber
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Patent number: 4630965Abstract: Apparatus for sealing pavement joints or seams are disclosed. The apparatus includes a wheeled support platform which serves to mount a cylindrical storage container suitable for holding a selected amount of an asphaltic emulsion sealing composition. An applicator is coupled to the bottom of the storage container and controls are provided to selectively vary the volume of the stream of sealing composition and to permit the stream to be completely extinguished. In order to prevent the asphaltic emulsion sealing composition from breaking down or settling out during application an agitator device is provided which propels the sealing composition upward from the bottom of the storage container and mixes the sealing composition. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention the agitator device is gear driven in response to movement of the wheeled support platform.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 1985Date of Patent: December 23, 1986Assignee: Cleanseal Systems, Inc.Inventors: Hung T. Nguyen, Vu Q. Dang, Henry H. Duval, Jr., Donald J. Kennedy
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Patent number: 4629098Abstract: A portable liquid dispenser suitable for use by persons while performing an activity comprises a thermally-insulated container for liquids having a fastener for releasably attaching the same for access by the user. A single flexible dispensing tube having a pair of parallel longitudinal passages is connected at one end connected to the filling cap of the container and at the other end to a dispensing valve for discharging liquids from the container. The container is pressurized by a compressible bulb sealed end around the distal end of the dispensing tube in communication with the interior of the container through one longitudinal passage in the tube. A check valve is disposed in the air inlet of the fitting and another check valve is disposed in the air inlet of the dispensing valve which cooperate with the bulb to force air into the container.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 1984Date of Patent: December 16, 1986Inventor: Douglas R. Eger
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Patent number: 4600129Abstract: A chemicals spreader to be carried on the back of an operator has a pack board which has a plurality of grooves provided on the front side thereof for exhausting air. The air is supplied by a fan which is to make a mixture of air and chemicals. The chemicals spreader also has a horizontal frame having a plurality of holes for exhausting air toward the back of the operator.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 1984Date of Patent: July 15, 1986Assignee: Komatsu Zenoah & Co.Inventor: Keiji Kondo
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Patent number: 4595126Abstract: A portable water container is disclosed having an inner bag formed of a flexible water impermeable sheet and an outer protective covering for the bag formed of a wear-resistant fabric; a tubular drain and fill conduit mounted in aligned openings in the bag and covering; and a releasable seal clamping the sheet forming the inner bag in a watertight sealed connection for sealing the conduit to and in flow communication with such bag; and a clamp securing the conduit in a load-bearing attachment to the covering.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 1982Date of Patent: June 17, 1986Inventor: William A. Holmes
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Patent number: 4526298Abstract: A hydration system includes a refillable flexible liquid container or bag that is suspended from the shoulders much like a hiker's back pack with the weight of the liquid disposed on a centered position at the anatomic pivot point in the small of the back of the user. A trigger-actuated pump type liquid dispenser is attached to the bottom of the bag by a kink-free flexible coiled tube. The dispenser includes a nozzle that is adjustable between "stream" and "spray" positions, and has a hook and loop patch thereon which cooperates with a similar patch on a front strap of the suspension system for the ready attachment of the dispenser to the front strap of the suspension system and the removal of the dispenser therefrom. In a modification the walls of the container are insulated in order to maintain the temperature of the contents at a desired level.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 1983Date of Patent: July 2, 1985Assignee: CardioSearch, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Boxer, Ben A. Posdal
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Patent number: 4511062Abstract: Hand-held tear gas canisters and personal security devices utilizing same are herein disclosed. A tactile element, preferably in the form of an elongate ridge or rib, is provided on the outer surface of the canister, or on a holster which receives the canister, to facilitate orientation of the canister with a gas discharge nozzle thereof pointing away from the user. In use, by feeling the position of the ridge or rib, the user will be aware of the direction of gas discharge and can thereby avoid misdirection of the gas.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 1981Date of Patent: April 16, 1985Inventor: William E. Wilkerson
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Patent number: 4506806Abstract: An animal liquid lure dispenser for dispensing lures such as doe urine includes a lure container and an elongate lure flow tube which leads to a lure flow regulator. The regulator is adjustable between a flow stopping setting and one or more fixed flow settings which permit a constant lure flow rate out of the regulator. The dispenser is designed so that the user wears or carries the container with the regulator being at or near ground level.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 1982Date of Patent: March 26, 1985Assignee: North American Outdoors, Inc.Inventors: Clark N. Lincoln, Norman L. Benzing
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Patent number: 4505310Abstract: A liquid storage and delivery system for protective masks has a hand-operable bulb siphon pump in line with conduits extending from a canteen assembly to the drinking mouthpiece of a protective mask. The canteen assembly includes structure adapted to flex in response to the partial vacuum created within the canteen assembly as liquid is withdrawn. An adapter may be used to enable use of the present system with prior art protective masks. A protective sheath covers at least a portion of the conduit to protect it against freezing, dirt, condensation, or physical damage.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 1983Date of Patent: March 19, 1985Inventor: Wesley Schneider
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Patent number: 4483049Abstract: The invention relates to a theft deterrent device which can be lockably fastened to an article (4) made of cloth, leather, skin or like material, in a manner such that it can only be removed from the article with the aid of special means intended therefor. The device is, to advantage, in the form of a clamp which can be closed around an edge part of the article and therewith automatically locked in position. Arranged in the two halves of the clamp-like device are steel pins which penetrate the material from which the article is made, so that the device sits firmly thereon. The device includes one or more enclosed spaces, preferably in the form of glass ampoules (19) arranged in cavities (15) in the device. The ampoules contain a heavily staining and/or ill-smelling substance, for example a gas or liquid under pressure, and are arranged to break readily if an attempt is made to remove the device by force.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 1981Date of Patent: November 20, 1984Inventors: Bo O. Gustavsson, Kerstin E. Gustavsson, Inger A. Andersson
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Patent number: 4471889Abstract: A liquid dispenser is disclosed for application of herbicides and the like. The dispenser overcomes problems of applying herbicides because it avoids liquid spilling on an operator and provides a controlled application to a specific area. The dispenser includes in combination a dispenser for discharging liquid and a holster for holding the dispenser.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1982Date of Patent: September 18, 1984Assignee: MacMillan Bloedel LimitedInventor: Jack T. Yelf
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Patent number: 4463879Abstract: A device for holding attack repellent such as tear gas or an audible alarm securely to the hand of the wearer regardless of the open or closed condition of the hand. The device includes an elastic strap that secures the repellent to the hand with the repellent actuator accessible by the thumb or other fingers.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 1982Date of Patent: August 7, 1984Inventor: Gregory C. Des Voignes
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Patent number: 4461400Abstract: A valveless dispenser and method of operating the same is disclosed for first gravitatinally collecting a measured volume of granular material from an elevated supply source by moving the dispenser into a first position, and for thereafter discharging the measured volume of material while precluding discharge of unmeasured material from the tank by moving the dispenser to a second position. The dispenser includes a wand, a measuring chamber, and a discharge chute all communicating with each other at a junction and all having longitudinal axes lying in a common substantially vertical plane. In one embodiment the wand is twisted about its longitudinal axis between said two positions; and in the other embodiments the wand is swung in the vertical planes between said two positions while maintaining said axes substantially vertical.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 1981Date of Patent: July 24, 1984Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Dennis D. Kempf, Carlos A. Cordero
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Patent number: 4428506Abstract: Persons can be protected against rape or other bodily assault by wearing this device which includes a frangible capsule of repellant material such as ammonia or fluids of noxious smell. The capsule of material is quickly opened by slashing it with a manually operable knife which for example, may be operated by a pull cord. Passages leading from the container area for the capsule lead to the body of the wearer, so that the body of the wearer will be wetted or otherwise covered with the foul smelling or repellant material. The pull cord may be attached to the clothing of the wearer so that removal of the clothing by an attacker will automatically cut the capsule to release the fluid.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 1981Date of Patent: January 31, 1984Inventor: Edward L. Withey
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Patent number: 4427140Abstract: A window washing kit in which a belt to be worn by the window washer is hollow for containing water to be used in washing windows, and has tubes attached thereto for wetting a scrubber used in washing windows. The belt also has holders for holding scrubbers and squeegees when they are not being used by the window washer. The scrubber or water applicators are unique and comprise a metal frame with a layer of foam for retaining water and a layer of cloth or the like for scrubbing windows. Further, the kit includes a pole for holding a scrubber or squeegee during use, and is configured to permit easy swivelling of the scrubber or squeegee during use. The pole also has bifurcated ends for holding a blade or the like for scraping windows.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 1980Date of Patent: January 24, 1984Inventor: Charles H. Dennis, Jr.
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Patent number: 4420097Abstract: Plastic sheet material forms a thin generally pillow shaped liquid container. A dispenser incorporates an elongated tube with a valve and nozzle at the distal end. The carrying case is shaped like the container and protects and insulates the container.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 1981Date of Patent: December 13, 1983Inventor: Gregg A. Motsenbocker
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Patent number: 4319699Abstract: A portable spraying device having a pressurizable container and a reciprocating piston pump for pressurizing the container. The pump is attachable between the back and thigh of the user so that relative movement between these body parts during walking is operative to drive the pump so as to pressurize the container.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 1980Date of Patent: March 16, 1982Assignee: D.A.S. Pumps (Proprietary) LimitedInventors: Albertus V. Z. Willers, Willem J. Neser
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Patent number: 4308976Abstract: A personal protective device for repelling intruders comprising an exterior housing member of attractive appearance designed to be worn by a human being in the normal manner of an article of clothing or a piece of jewelry. The housing member includes a fluid container for storing and dispensing a quantity of fluid. The intruder repellent fluid is completely and safely sealed within the dispenser container until the device is willfully actuated in order to fend off and mark an intruder by an offensive odor and distinguishing color.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 1979Date of Patent: January 5, 1982Inventors: Eugene M. Speer, Paul G. Hahn
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Patent number: 4275820Abstract: A personal repellent device comprises a capsule having a perforated outer shell composed of a deformable material and a rupturable sealed inner container disposed within the outer shell and adapted to contain a malodorous and/or irritating and/or debilitating substance.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 1979Date of Patent: June 30, 1981Assignee: J. W. SmallInventor: J. Paul LeBlond
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Patent number: 4214674Abstract: A toy water gun assembly capable of ejecting water in bursts or in a continuous manner, is disclosed. A separate, pressurizable water container is connected by a flexible hose, to a pistal shaped member. A section of the flexible hose, mounted in the pistol shaped member, is continuously clamped by a lever. A spring biases the lever to prevent the release of a water stream through a nozzle which is mounted on the front of the pistol shaped member. A trigger member having a pointed pawl pivotably mounted thereto, is operatively connected to the lever. An initial movement of the pawl member caused by a quick pull on the trigger member momentarily removes the lever from its position clamping the hose. Additional movement of the pawl causes it to slide off the lever, thereby allowing the lever to return to its regular position wherein the hose is clamped.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 1978Date of Patent: July 29, 1980Assignee: California R & D CenterInventors: Lawrence T. Jones, Anson Sims, Ashley G. Howden
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Patent number: 4193518Abstract: A portable water carrier and dispenser comprising a pillow-shaped enclosure of strong, lightweight, flexible material; a reservoir, similarly shaped, of impermeable material, adapted to receive and retain water disposed within the enclosure; a conduit for establishing fluid communication with the reservoir interior; and shoulder straps and waistbelt attached to the enclosure to allow a user to carry the dispenser on his back. The volumetric dimensions of the reservoir are slightly greater than those of the enclosure to allow the enclosure to provide bottom and side support for the reservoir when containing water. One end of the conduit is interior the reservoir, and secured to the bottom corner thereof. The other bottom corner of the reservoir is held in place within the enclosure when the reservoir is empty by a special clamp provided for this purpose.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 1977Date of Patent: March 18, 1980Inventor: William A. Holmes
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Patent number: 4140254Abstract: A composite construction of a cylindrical tank with fabric covered end panels surrounded by a sheet metal circular frame, the longitudinal edges of the frame are formed inwardly engaging the edges of the tank while the lateral edges of the frame form a lapping joint with the exposed lateral edge shaped with an inward radius. Formed in the frame are a plurality of carrying strap supports, each of which includes a pair of slots cut in the frame having rounded ends.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 1977Date of Patent: February 20, 1979Inventor: Elvert H. Land
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Patent number: 4139130Abstract: An easily worn and adjustable canteen belt for use by a runner or other athlete (hiker, climber, cyclist, etc.) in readily obtaining a drink of water or liquid to the full capacity of the canteen belt, without assistance and on demand, and not requiring a change of pace or stride of the wearer.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 1978Date of Patent: February 13, 1979Inventors: Peter D. Glusker, Walter C. Fontana, Mitchell L. Feingold
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Patent number: 4095726Abstract: An inexpensive portable liquid supply tank that serves initially as a shipping container and as a solute or solution dispenser and pump unit carried on a person's back by shoulder straps whose upper support effort is transmitted to the tank about a center of gravity designed to be close to the carrier's back on a strain line directed through its volumetric center of gravity as determined by interbraced semi-flexible front and back walls for carrying comfort and with the straps and a liquid eduction tube extending over the shoulders of the carrier while the other ends of the shoulder straps engage the lower corners of the tank. Motion of the tank on the carrier's back maintains wettable powders in solution if any are present.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 1976Date of Patent: June 20, 1978Inventors: Valentine Hechler, IV, Lewis E. Masters
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Patent number: 4058237Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for protecting a person from attack from an assailant wherein the device is worn on the person in such manner that it is always available for instant operation for defense without the necessity reaching into a pocket or hand bag to thereby enhance the safety of the user.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 1975Date of Patent: November 15, 1977Inventor: Clark Luke
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Patent number: 4037790Abstract: A toy which expels a liquid from the wrist area of a glove by applying pressure to the palm portion of the glove has a compressible bulb disposed at the palm portion of the glove and connected to a tube which extends into an aperture provided in a gauntlet provided on the glove. The tube terminates in a nozzle directed toward the palm portion of the glove so as to spray the liquid onto the hand of a person grasping the user's glove hand, or toward an object upon the user's making a fist with the glove hand. A valve connected to the compressible bulb is provided in the palm portion of the glove for permitting refilling of the bulb with the medium to be sprayed.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 1976Date of Patent: July 26, 1977Inventors: Roger W. Reiser, Gary K. Summers
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Patent number: D265373Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 1979Date of Patent: July 13, 1982Inventor: Grover N. Christensen