Body Carried And/or Operated Type Patents (Class 222/175)
  • Patent number: 5845822
    Abstract: A dispenser or applicator for dry insecticide includes a container having a removable cover; the cover is attached to a lower end of an elongate handle having a hand grip at its top A partition inside the container is the floor of the insecticide container, with a skirt extending below the partition; insecticide is dispensed through apertures in the container floor. These apertures are normally closed by a spring-biased stopper disk having tapered fingers which protrude through the apertures; the stopper disk is moved to an open position by inertia when the container is struck against the ground, unblocking the apertures and allowing a measure of insecticide to escape before the stopper disk rebounds to its closed position. Walls of the so container housing extend below the apertures to form a skirt which prevents scattering or dispersal of the powder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 8, 1998
    Inventor: James Michael Holloway
  • Patent number: 5839461
    Abstract: A protective apparatus for walkers, hikers, and others incorporating a section containing a switchable combination alarm and incapacitating defensive fluid and incorporating a socket for attachment of a camera or lanyard, a storage section, a battery and electrical alarm section incorporating a socket for attachment of an optional walking stick and in a second variation a handle for use as part of a walking cane and in a third variation, an electrical prodding device in place of the storage section and contact points for the electrical prodding device extending from the battery and alarm section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 24, 1998
    Inventor: Harvey F. Lambeth, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5833093
    Abstract: A protection cover for small spray dispensers including a rectangular base of a flexible material that can be folded on itself to form a closed cover and define a dispenser space. The base has an outer surface and an inner surface with the hook-and-loop patches carried at each end of the base for interengaging each other for latching the base in the closed cover form. The information card retainer on the inner surface of the base, including a transparent sheet of flexible material attached to the base, with an open side for insertion and removal of a card and a sleeve of a flexible material carried on the inner face of the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 10, 1998
    Inventors: Denise Honaker, Diana Brettrager
  • Patent number: 5829643
    Abstract: A new Self-Defense Device for thwarting off a would-be attacker and allowing a potential victim to flee to safety. The inventive device includes a grasping member adapted for grasping thereof in a user's hand, a plurality of spaced spikes protruding downward from the grasping member, and an end spike protruding from a second end of the grasping member. A self-defense chemical irritant is disposed within a hollow interior chamber of the grasping member and an actuator mechanism is provided at a first end of the grasping member for effectuating release thereof. The grasping member alternatively functions as key-chain wherein a key-ring is provided at the second end thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1998
    Inventor: Rosemary Isabella
  • Patent number: 5815467
    Abstract: A security device for attachment to a child by a support, such as a wristband, having a housing mounted thereon. The housing includes a first chamber and a second chamber sealed from one another until the device is armed. The first chamber stores an inert pressurized gas, such as carbon dioxide, and the second chamber stores a harmless, sprayable powder. An arming member is mounted substantially adjacent the first chamber for unsealing the first chamber to allow the gas to travel through the passageway into the second chamber. An activation member is attached to the housing for spraying the mixed powder and gas therefrom. Preferably, the device includes a clock having an exterior time display mounted to the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 29, 1998
    Inventor: Jay A. Deering
  • Patent number: 5806726
    Abstract: A water dispenser for bicyclists includes a container having a first slot at an upper side thereof, an outlet close to the upper side, an inlet close to a lower side thereof and provided with a cover, a valve arranged at the lower side, two inclined seams extending from respective vertical sides thereof to the valve, and two second slots at respective bottom corners thereof, a tube provided with a threaded connector at both ends and adapted to threadedly engage with the outlet at an end, and a nipple threadedly engaged with another end of the tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1998
    Inventor: Kuo-Ping Ho
  • Patent number: 5775543
    Abstract: A sprayer for dispensing a deterrent chemical includes a pump, a tube and a spray discharge nozzle. The tube is fluidly coupled to the pump. The sprayer also includes a flexible bag, a backpack, a shut-off valve and an extension tube. The pump is a slide pump. The flexible liquid bag contains the deterrent chemical. The flexible liquid bag is fluidly coupled to the slide pump. The shut-off valve is fluidly coupled to the tube. The spray discharge nozzle is fluidly coupled to the extension tube. The connector clip can be distachably coupled to the ring. The backpack is coupled to the flexible liquid bag in order to suspend it. The sprayer further includes a ring and a connector clip. The ring is fixedly coupled to the backpack. The connector clip is fixedly coupled to the extension tube. The connector clip is distachably coupled to the ring so that a user may carrier the sprayer on his back without using his hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Inventor: Richard N. Wahrenbrock
  • Patent number: 5772075
    Abstract: A portable beverage dispenser system particularly suited for dispensing semi-frozen slush beverages is housed within a back pack and transported on the back of a vendor. The slush beverage is contained in an insulated vessel having a sealed closure lid, a gas supply valve connected with a pressurized gas tank to maintain pressurization of the beverage, a slush delivery conduit with an insulated dispensing hose releasably connected to the conduit, and an agitator contained within the vessel which is rotated by a motor on the vessel exterior. The motor is selectively operated by a battery pack carried by the back pack to swirl the slush beverage adjacent the lower end of the delivery conduit and to prevent the semi-frozen slush beverage from solidifying as it is being discharged. The vessel is surrounded by a thermally insulating jacket which prevents the formation of a thin layer of ice on its exterior due to the temperature of the semi-frozen slush beverage contained therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Inventors: William O. Ash, Jr., Fred L. Ash
  • Patent number: 5755368
    Abstract: A liquid dispensing apparatus installed on a bicycle for use by a person operating the bicycle or a liquid dispensing apparatus installed on a person for use by a person operating inline skates is described. In the preferred embodiment a carbonated drink in a container is shaken by the bouncing of the bicycle while moving which pressurizes the container. A tube leading from the container to a mouthpiece allows a person to take a drink. Another embodiment provides a pumping bulb to supply the pressure while a third embodiment uses a co.sub.2 cartridge to supply the pressure. Another installation shows a person using inline skates. The inline skate installation uses a carbonated drink in a container being shaken by the skater to supply the pressure which forces the liquid to the mouthpiece thereby allowing a person using inline skates to take a drink.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1998
    Inventor: James Bekkedahl
  • Patent number: 5752661
    Abstract: A liquid spaying apparatus is formed by a molded plastic generally rectangular container having a forward surface contoured for contacting the back of a user in backpack fashion. A wheel and axle assembly secured to the forward lower portion of a container support panel in cooperation with a handle on the container permits movement of the apparatus in two wheel dolly fashion. An on board battery drives a motor/pump assembly for spraying liquid through a manually controlled wand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1998
    Inventor: Kit R. Lewis
  • Patent number: 5746353
    Abstract: The present invention relates in general to a portable laundry detergent dispensing system. This unit is divided into three holding containers, one for liquid detergent, one for powdered detergent and one for liquid fabric softener. The center back compartment is a storage compartment for a measuring cup, a mixing rod and other laundry accessories. The storage compartment also includes a coin-holder for nickles, dimes and quarters in the rear wall. The powder dispenser is a cylindrical dump cup having an opening therein which allows a fixed amount of the the solid detergent to flow into a measuring cup. Liquid detergents and softeners are dispensed with a fixed volume hand pump assembly connected to retractable hose assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1998
    Inventors: Calvin Kok-Hwa Cheok, Rajesh Jaigopai Saggi
  • Patent number: 5740948
    Abstract: A kind of compound-integrated-bottle-body with multi-functions includes of an integrated bottle body, a spray device and a driver, in which the integrated bottle body further includes a first bottle body at the bottom and a second bottle body at the top, which can play their own role respectively and be connected to each other by screws. The receiving threaded head disposed at the bottom of the spray device is connected to a protrusion thread of the small opening of the second bottle body by screws. Also there is one straw extended into the second bottle body to suck water. The connecting groove of the spray device is connected to the click-on plug of the driver. And also, its spray nozzle at the front side is connected to the spray pipe by screws, which is connected to the driver fixedly. While the output axle of driving parts in the driver can be either connected to the electrical fan head or the massage ball head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 21, 1998
    Inventors: Wei-Yieh Chu, Chih-Kwei Nii
  • Patent number: 5727714
    Abstract: A personal hydration device for use in providing fluid for delivery to an individual, the hydration device including a flexible bladder configured to hold fluid and including opposing side walls, at least one of the side walls having an opening through which the fluid may be passed. The device also includes an exit valve joined to the bladder adjacent the opening, where the exit valve includes a generally conically-shaped fluid accumulator region with a broad base disposed over at least part of the opening to receive fluid therefrom and the accumulator region extends from the broad base to a narrower peak. The exit valve includes an output port which connects to the accumulator region adjacent the peak. A flexible hose with first and second ends, the first end being connected to the output port and the second end being connected to a mouthpiece configured to be placed in the individual's mouth to provide fluid delivery thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 17, 1998
    Assignee: FasTrak Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger R. Fawcett
  • Patent number: 5709320
    Abstract: A holder for a self defense spray comprises primarily a canister to hold a quantity of a self defense spray with an attached ring extending from the canister which fits a human finger. On top of and extending from the canister is an actuating plunger for ready access by a human thumb. The canister also has an orifice to discharge self defense spray upon actuation of the actuating plunger. Alternatively, the canister may form a hollow, open-topped cylinder to receive a pressurized can, such as an aerosol can of the self-defense spray, with the same or similar ring for use by the person carrying the spray. The actuator may be oriented to extend beyond the perimeter of the cylindrical canister to make the actuator more readily accessible by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 20, 1998
    Inventor: Ruben Jimenez
  • Patent number: 5709635
    Abstract: Similar paired exercise hand weights provide one hand weight of the pair with a self-defense spray dispensing container carried therein. Each hand weight provides an elongate tubular body having enlarged end portions and defining an internal channel to optionally contain a self-defense spray container and weights. Annular bands encircling the upper and lower portions of the cylindrical body fasten the end portions of an elastic fastening band that stretches over the body for positioning over the back of a user's hand to aid positional maintenance of the weight on the hand. A resilient covering about the cylindrical body provides an improved gripping surface and greater comfort for gripping. Each hand weight has at least one removable end cap for access to the body channel and the hand weight that embodies a self-defense spray container has a removable end cap that defines a passageway for the operative mechanism of a defense spray container and an orifice for exit of self-defense spray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 20, 1998
    Assignee: Hyak Corporation
    Inventor: Steven W. Denison
  • Patent number: 5683012
    Abstract: A dispenser for dispensing an alcohol-glycerine disinfecting gel or liquid for use by doctors and nurses. The dispenser consists of a main housing which mounts a pumping mechanism for pumping out an alcohol-glycerine disinfecting gel from a replaceable, disposable supply-cartridge releasably mounted in the main housing. Since the main housing is small enough to fit within a person's hand, the doctor or nurse may dispense the contents of an alcohol-glycerine disinfecting gel simply by squeezing the two parts together. The dispensing of the gel is applied directly onto the fingers of the same hand that has squeezed the main housing to have caused such dispensing to occur. Owing to the small size of the main housing, the dispenser of the invention may be worn on-the-person, such as by the waist-belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 4, 1997
    Inventor: James Villaveces
  • Patent number: 5678730
    Abstract: An amusement device for selectively discharging a pressurized medium from a user's palm, in effect, enabling a person to mimic Spider Man. In its broadest context, the present invention includes a hand strap which is adapted to be positioned about the palm area of a user, a canister holder which is connected to the hand strap, and a canister of a stringy web like material. With the present invention a user can dispense the web like material from their palm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 21, 1997
    Inventors: John Fabek, Kimberley Runions
  • Patent number: 5673436
    Abstract: A glove for discharging an irritant in the face of an attacker is disclosed. A spray canister containing irritant is mounted on the glove on the back of the hand. A valve, electrically operated, is controlled by a pressure switch generally located on an index finger portion of the glove between the first knuckle and the second knuckle. The electrical power is provided by a battery mounted near the canister.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 7, 1997
    Inventor: Stan Piper
  • Patent number: 5672342
    Abstract: Animal scent attractant and cover scent kits made from urine collected from a single animal and packaged for storage prior to use. The method of making the kits involves placing a single animal into a staging stall under controlled conditions wherein urine is collected. A series of primary and secondary staging stalls may be used to enhance urine production. Such stalls preferably have solid floors made from concrete, wood or stainless steel which may contain a covered trough to direct the urine into a bottle for collection. Heat and music may also be provided to the stall to enhance urine production, depending on the species of animal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 30, 1997
    Inventor: Donald G. Bell
  • Patent number: 5669529
    Abstract: An arcuately-formed reservoir, having collapsible, accordion-pleated sides, provides a supply of drinking water which, also, serves as a weighting medium. A compliant sheathing is used to enclose the reservoir therewithin. A pair of sheathed reservoirs are carried on the wrists of a jogger or runner. The reservoir has a closure cap, with a water-dispensing control valve therein, and the sheathing has an aperture formed therein through which the cap and valve protrude.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 23, 1997
    Inventor: Hiram B. Levit
  • Patent number: 5645404
    Abstract: A personal fluid delivery device includes an electronic pump system and may also include a fluid reservoir system. The fluid reservoir system includes a fluid reservoir and a delivery tube disposed in communication therewith. The electronic pump system includes a pump operable for delivering fluid from the fluid reservoir, an electrical power supply for supplying power to the pump, a dispensing tube operable for providing a passageway for dispensing fluid from the fluid reservoir and an actuating device operable for selectively actuating the pump.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 8, 1997
    Assignee: Z Industry, Inc.
    Inventor: John M. Zelenak
  • Patent number: 5628432
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a system which enables a person to cool a particular portion of their body. The cooling is achieved through the use of a canister of compressed air which is dispensed over the portions of the user's body to be cooled. Portability of the canister is afforded through the use of a resilient belt clip. Furthermore, a directional cone is secured adjacent the dispensing end to enable a more accurate placement of the cooling air.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 13, 1997
    Inventor: Julius Mosley
  • Patent number: 5607090
    Abstract: An arm mounted safety device having a receiving structure for holding a liquid repellant canister which may be used for self protection. The receiving structure orients the liquid repellant in the direction of an attacker during a defensive reflex move, allowing the victim to discharge the repellant quickly with one hand in the direction of the attacker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 4, 1997
    Inventor: Roland J. Brown
  • Patent number: 5603361
    Abstract: A portable dispenser is adapted to filling water balloons and water pistols. A reservoir is pressurized by a hand pump that draws air in from the atmosphere and forces the air into the reservoir. The pressure in the reservoir forces water down a flexible tube to a trigger mechanism in a water pistol. The trigger mechanism performs three functions: it throttles the water, it acts as relief valve by releasing water if the pressure is greater than a predetermined limit, and it indicates the pressure within the reservoir. When the trigger mechanism is actuated, water flows through the mechanism to a valve that directs the water either to a filling nozzle or to a spraying nozzle. In an alternative embodiment, the pump takes water from a storage chamber within the reservoir and pumps it into a high pressure chamber within the reservoir.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 18, 1997
    Inventor: Jarret P. Cuisinier
  • Patent number: 5601221
    Abstract: An insulated beverage pouch system that includes an inner beverage pouch and an outer insulated carrying bag into which the inner beverage pouch is placed. The beverage pouch-is sealable with a clip mechanism having parallel clamping ridges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 11, 1997
    Inventor: Joseph M. Karr
  • Patent number: 5595325
    Abstract: A portable liquid supply device including a container support frame, a pair of liquid storage containers interlinked by a transfer conduit having a transfer valve, a drinking tube assembly in connection with one of the liquid storage containers, and a spray nozzle assembly in connection with the other liquid storage container. Each liquid storage container includes a bottom reservoir member having a loading mouth in connection with an internal storage cavity, and a loading mouth lid, securable over the loading mouth aperture, having a tube aperture. Each bottom reservoir member includes a loop stop in connection with the exterior surface thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 21, 1997
    Inventor: Stalios C. Leres
  • Patent number: 5586688
    Abstract: A water gun 10 having a storage tank (18), a pressure tank (19) and an electric pump (28) for conveying liquid from the storage tank to the pressure tank. The conveyance of liquid into the pressure tank causes the liquid to be pressurized by air compressed within the pressure tank. A safety switch (42) limits the pressurization of the liquid. The pressurized liquid is released through a nozzle (21) coupled to the pressure tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 24, 1996
    Assignee: Johnson Research & Development Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lonnie G. Johnson, John Applewhite
  • Patent number: 5584256
    Abstract: A tool, for placement of predetermined amounts of granular fertilizer into the soil in a consolidated mass, provides an elongate body with a handle structure in its upper portion and a tubular fertilizer reservoir in its lower portion. The fertilizer reservoir defines an open upper portion for filling and slidably carries an associated tube for adjustment of the volume of a fertilizer charge. An angulated bottom portion of the reservoir allows insertion into the earth and carries a pivotally articulated cover to allow opening of the bottom portion of the reservoir for dispersement of a fertilizer charge. The lower medial portion of the tool body provides a pivotally mounted foot support to aid insertion of the fertilizer reservoir into the earth. Dispersement structure communicates from the pivotally articulated reservoir cover to the handle structure for opening of the cover from the handle area for dispersement of fertilizer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 17, 1996
    Inventor: Thomas E. Fleming
  • Patent number: 5571260
    Abstract: A portable liquid container and dispenser system having a bladder for holding a liquid, a belt for securing the bladder about the waist of a user, a pump in fluid connection with the bladder, a power source for the pump, and a hose in fluid connection with the pump for delivering the liquid to a user. The bladder may be disposed within a protective pouch, and a remote switch may be provided to facilitate easy activation and deactivation of the pump. The switch may be located on the hose for added convenience.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 5, 1996
    Inventor: Schani Krug
  • Patent number: 5570817
    Abstract: A sprayer for dispensing a chemical repellant. The inventive device includes a main body positionable within the palm of a hand. A nozzle conduit projects from a medial portion of the main body to extend between two fingers of the hand. A dispensing assembly within the main body permits selective dispensing of a chemical repellant through the nozzle conduit to repel an attacker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 5, 1996
    Inventors: John Anderson, Paul Berman, Darrell Greenland
  • Patent number: 5566869
    Abstract: A container for supporting a quantity of fluid relative to a limb of an individual. The inventive device includes a container having an arcuate inner side wall positionable along an exterior of a human limb. A plurality of securing straps extend from opposed sides of the container for securing about the limb to mount the container thereto. A dispensing valve is mounted relative to the container to permit dispensing of fluid therefrom during a physical activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1996
    Inventor: Adam J. Katz
  • Patent number: 5556003
    Abstract: A hand-held personal defense apparatus for protecting a user against an attacker includes a hollow housing defining an elongate handgrip. An aerosol canister of a defense fluid, such as tear gas, MACE.RTM. or (cayenne) pepper gas, and a battery-powered siren are positioned within the housing. The apparatus further includes a strike bar connected to the housing and extending forwardly in spaced relation from the handgrip so that the hand of the user may surroundingly grip the handgrip with the strike bar exposed on the outside of the hand. The strike bar serves as a visible deterrent to an attacker may be used as a defensive weapon against the attacker. The apparatus further includes a movable actuator button for selectively activating the alarm or the alarm and the canister of defense fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 17, 1996
    Assignee: Johnson, Sabates & Johnson LLC
    Inventors: Douglas A. Johnson, Vince E. Johnson, Feliciano S. Sabates, III
  • Patent number: 5538164
    Abstract: An apparatus for spraying a disabling liquid at an attacker comprising a dispenser for a quantity of a liquid capable of disabling an attacker, the dispenser being fabricated in an oval configuration with a hollow interior containing a liquid and with a discharge opening formed in one side thereof, the dispenser also including an aperture for the feeding of additional fluid thereto; a valve assembly located within the dispenser; a reservoir of additional fluid; and a tube coupling the reservoir with the dispenser for supplying additional fluid from the reservoir to the dispenser.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 23, 1996
    Inventor: Joseph F. Rivas
  • Patent number: 5529220
    Abstract: An inexpensive, light weight backpack beverage dispenser using standard two-liter bottles to hold the premix beverage. The bottles are connected to a two-port cap and are then connected in series with CO.sub.2 supplied to the inlet port of the first bottle and a dispensing hose and valve connected to the outlet port of the last bottle. The bottles, hoses and CO.sub.2 cylinder are contained in a light, insulated pack provided with a shoulder harness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 25, 1996
    Assignee: The Coca-Cola Company
    Inventors: William S. Credle, Jr., John Kuffner
  • Patent number: 5503304
    Abstract: A separate canister of propellant is operatively connected to a canister housing an noxious chemical or dye that is activated by a spring loaded trigger normally holding a connecting valve closed. The system is affixed to a cuff made from a fabric that wraps around the wrist of the wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 2, 1996
    Inventors: John F. Keller, David A. Wilson
  • Patent number: 5484085
    Abstract: A wrist-carriable protective sprayer including a closeable carrying pouch; a coupling mechanism for coupling the carrying pouch to a forearm of a user; a canister of pressurized protective spray disposed within the carrying pouch; an elongated guide rail; a guiding bracket coupled to the pouch and slidably coupled to the guide rail and allowing longitudinal movement of the guide rail with respect to the user's forearm; a finger holding mechanism coupled to an end of the guide rail for allowing a firm hold by at least one finger of the user; an actuatable spray nozzle coupled to the guide rail; and a section of tubing coupled between the canister and the spray nozzle; whereby when the pouch is secured to a user's forearm and the spray nozzle is positioned in juxtaposition with the user's wrist to thereby define a stowed configuration, positioning of one of the fingers of a user within the finger holding mechanism and subsequent extension of such fingers allows the spray nozzle to be pulled to an operable posit
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 16, 1996
    Inventor: David Bennett
  • Patent number: 5478015
    Abstract: A safety backpack sprayer has a backpack frame onto which a replaceable premixed-spray container is positioned with convenient means. A spray-emission device is attachable to the backpack frame. A tubular conveyance is attachable conveniently intermediate the premixed-spray container and the spray-emission device. A tamper-proof cover or lid on the premixed-spray container prevents or deters putting unauthorized spray or spray components for mixture in the premixed-spray container. The premixed-spray container is structured for marketing distribution and optional refilling by government-authorized sources.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 26, 1995
    Inventor: Robert D. Black
  • Patent number: 5476194
    Abstract: A flexible liquid dispenser which may be used to hold and discharge suntan lotion, sunscreen lotion, perfume, insect repellent, or other liquids. In one embodiment the liquid dispenser is relatively flat, about 0.5 inch thick, fits in the palm of a person's hand, and may be conveniently carried in a person's pocket or hung around a person's neck by a cord or tube attached to the dispenser. The dispenser body may be made out of molded plastic and has at least one flexible wall portion which allows the dispenser body to be compressed for the purpose of discharging the liquid from the dispenser. The liquid dispenser has a rotatable cap which may be turned to open a dispensing aperture in the cap. Liquid may then be discharged through the dispensing aperture by squeezing or compressing the dispenser body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 19, 1995
    Inventors: Keith A. Hippely, Jon L. Stern
  • Patent number: 5465885
    Abstract: Disclosed is a combination insulated backpack and drinking liquid container whereby a user may drink fluid through a drinking tube while carrying the backpack. The insulated backpack with drinking liquid container comprises a thermally insulated backpack having a separate interior compartment. A thermally insulated top closure flap for selectively gaining access to the interior compartment of the backpack body has a zipper securement. The top closure flap also has an aperture therethrough which opens into the separate compartment. A fluid container for holding drinking liquid is removedly disposed within the separate compartment such that the neck and threaded mouth of the container align with the aperture of the top closure flap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 14, 1995
    Inventor: William R. Wyatt
  • Patent number: 5431308
    Abstract: An apparatus for storing and dispensing fluids for use by an athlete comprising an elongated hollow tube formed of a flexible material, the tube having closed ends and a hollow interior along its length; a pair of straps secured to and extending outwardly from the free ends with fasteners at the outboard ends of the straps for coupling therebetween and effecting the creation of a loop of the straps and tube; a flexible, plastic straw having an inboard end in fluid communication with the interior of the tube and having an outboard end with a mouthpiece secured with respect thereto, clips secured to the exterior surface of the tube for removably receiving the straw to hold it in position adjacent to the tube; and an aperture on an upper surface of the tube with a filler plug removably received thereover to allow filling of the interior of the tube with a liquid to be consumed through the straw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1995
    Inventor: Jian P. Tchen
  • Patent number: 5431115
    Abstract: The present invention is a hand-held fertilizer dispenser. The dispenser is tapered in shape, tapering into a small side discharge opening to place the fertilizer exactly where desired. A pivoted handle is provided at the top which allows it to be carried at arm's length to avoid contact with chemicals. A spring loaded trigger pulls a plate upwardly to open a side discharge opening. A retractable spike is used to hold the hopper in a vertical position while loading with fertilizer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1995
    Inventor: James M. Auer
  • Patent number: 5429301
    Abstract: A personal protection device having a size, configuration and appearance simulating a telephone pager or beeper but having the capability of emitting an incapacitating chemical spray in the event of an attack on the person. The device contains multiple canisters of compressed gas containing the chemical and a movable manifold unit which can be pressed to release a chemical stream from each of the canisters and at the same time integrate the streams to provide a single, forceful spray of debilitating chemical. The device in one embodiment also incorporates a high decibel alarm system to be used in conjunction with the chemical spray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 4, 1995
    Inventor: H. Trent Franks
  • Patent number: 5407096
    Abstract: The present invention provides a portable source of high pressure gas that may be used by service or construction workers. A portable high pressure cylinder is filled with liquid CO.sub.2. A triggering device is threadably connected to a fitting on the upper portion of the cylinder, which fitting contains a high pressure press release valve and an over-pressure relief valve. A unitary housing for the triggering device contains all of the other internal working parts, including the push plate, plunger, and other components for a simplistic, easily usable source of pressurized gas. A belt clip allows the workmen to carry the source of pressurized gas with them for ease of use in their jobs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Assignee: Sherman Products Corporation
    Inventor: Brian J. Smith
  • Patent number: 5398848
    Abstract: A portable liquid container comprising a non-rigid pouch of textile material, having thermally insulated flexible walls, which can receive and hold a compressible liquid therein; a compressible liquid containment portion having a pair of opposing rigid walls connected to each other by a second pair of resilient, collapsible bellows-type side walls, and a rigid mouth-bearing neck element secured to one of the pair of side walls, the neck element provided with a threaded portion; and sealed lobes filled with air, the liquid containment portion being adapted to be placed in a freezer compartment for freezing the liquid contents of the liquid containment portion, the sealed lobes being adapted to compress and take up the pressure of expansion of the frozen contents of the liquid containment portion; a two piece stopper having a main body which can be screwed on to the threaded portion of the neck element, the main body bearing an apertured threaded nozzle formation, through which liquid can be ejected in the form
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 21, 1995
    Inventor: Alimohamed C. Padamsee
  • Patent number: 5385275
    Abstract: A portable beverage dispenser for use by a vendor. The dispenser comprises a tank worn on the back of the vendor and having an insulated internal chamber for receiving a carbonated beverage to be dispensed by a pressurized gas in the chamber, a filling conduit for filling the chamber with the carbonated beverage, a pressurized gas supply for pressurizing the chamber, and an outlet nozzle. The chamber has a concave bottom wall with a small concave recess at its nadir. The conduit extends into the chamber at an acute angle to the chamber's longitudinal axis and has a port centered on that axis immediately adjacent the concave recess. The conduit carries carbonated beverage into the chamber so that the beverage enters the recess and quickly fills it with minimal foaming and so that the level of the beverage in the chamber is above the port to ensure that further filling of the chamber is also accomplished with minimal foaming.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 31, 1995
    Assignee: Robert Billet Promotions, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert L. Billet
  • Patent number: 5377912
    Abstract: A fire retardant dispensing device is disclosed intended to be worn about the head within the helmet of a driver, which includes an apertured dispensing ring secured to the helmet about critical facial areas and operatively coupled to a pressurized source or reservoir of fire retardant. The dispensing ring includes a pair of lateral nozzles supplementing discharge and distribution of the fire retardant from the apertured ring. A buckled belt releasably retains the fire retardant source about the torso or leg of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 3, 1995
    Inventor: James Webb
  • Patent number: 5370278
    Abstract: Applicant's invention is a portable liquid dispensing apparatus used as a toy which sprays liquid from a liquid outlet port mounted to a headband which is worn by the user. The apparatus includes a carrier and at least one liquid storage reservoir. The carrier is secured to the user by a transport belt which passes through the carrier and around the midsection of the user. A reservoir tube connects each liquid storage reservoir to a directional flow valve and relay hose leading to the discharge chamber, providing a link between the liquid storage reservoirs and the liquid outlet port. An activation button engages a pump and a power source, driving liquid through the relay hose from a liquid storage reservoir to the discharge chamber and subsequently to and past the liquid outlet port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 6, 1994
    Inventor: Art Raynie
  • Patent number: 5366108
    Abstract: A toy water gun that can release a directed stream of water from a pressurized receptacle is disclosed. The toy water gun is connected to the pressurized receptacle by a flexible hose and a pull on the trigger releases a directed stream of water. In one embodiment, the receptacle has a one way valve attached thereto that allows pressurized water to only enter the receptacle. A flexible tube is attached to the one-way valve on one end with the flexible tubing terminating with a hose fitting on the other end attachable to a hose bib. The pressurized water is supplied by a water system such as a municipal water supply. Another embodiment uses a bladder inside a receptacle containing trapped air that is connected directly by flexible tubing to a shut off valve which is further connected by flexible tubing to a hose bib that supplies pressurized water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 22, 1994
    Inventor: Michael Darling
  • Patent number: 5361946
    Abstract: A viscous material dispenser employing pneumatic air power for dispensing cake icing onto a cake. The dispenser utilizes interchangeable cylindrical cake icing cartridges which facilitate easy changing of the icing type or color without significant cleaning of the device. The dispenser rests upon the forearm of a user and is manipulated by a handle placed near the dispensing tip to allow for steady movement of the dispenser by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1994
    Inventors: Pamela J. Ginther, Valerie A. Washburn, Lyle Picraux
  • Patent number: 5360142
    Abstract: An assembly including a container designed to hold water and having an open mouth or access opening and a cover structure in the form of a removable lid which is selectively disposable over the access opening and also adapted to hold an elongated flexible conduit such that one open end of the conduit is disposed adjacent a bottom of the interior of the container and in contact with the liquid and the opposite end of the elongated conduit is connected to a water propelling device such as a pump type water gun used by children as a toy for propelling water great distances. The container with the cover structure attached thereto includes mounting facilities so as to support the container and the lid with the conduit in its operative position over the shoulders and about the back of a child or other user of the device such that an extended supply of water can be utilized with the water gun giving a child or other user extended periods of usage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 1, 1994
    Inventors: Gary M. Stern, Michael Banschbach, Hector Koba