Abstract: A dispensing apparatus is disclosed. The dispensing apparatus comprises a liquid dispenser and a towel dispenser. The liquid dispenser further comprises a container member and an expelling member. The towel dispenser is disposed adjacent to and in contact with a portion of the container member of the liquid dispenser. Liquid is dispensed, through the expelling member of the liquid dispenser, in a substantially downward direction.

Abstract: A disposable cover for use with a remote control device is constructed having a transparent window in the top panel. The pouch-like cover relates to the shape of the remote control device it is covering. The flexible, moisture-resistant disposable cover prevents pathogens or contaminants on the surface of the remote control to contact the hand holding the control. The refillable dispensing container and reusable dispensing apparatus provide efficient hygienic delivery of individual covers using minimal packaging and space.

Abstract: Device for pumping viscous materials, particularly sealant and grease, without dripping and method of the same are characterized by storing a predetermined portion of the driving energy in form of an angular and/or linear displacement of a torsional spring. This very portion of the stored energy will be released at the end of the operation when the operator let go the trigger, whereby the released energy will drive the final transmission and the end part of the final transmission to move backwards for a predetermined amount of displacement. This backwards movement of the end part of the final transmission causes the volume of viscous material to expand suddenly; this expansion of the volume of viscous material compensates the compression of the viscous material from the dispensing process, which will also draw back the viscous material on its way outward for to work and for to drip.

Abstract: A powder dispensing container is provided, the container divided into a powder storage chamber and a powder dispensing chamber with an opening between the two controlled by a valve mechanism. A cap or closure member is disposed over an upper open end of a powder dispensing chamber and when opened, causes a closure of the valve mechanism. When the cover is returned to its closed position, the valve will automatically open allowing for new charge of powder form the storage chamber to enter into the dispensing chamber. The closure member is provided with an actuator that extends through the powder dispensing chamber and engages and causes operation of the valve mechanism.

Abstract: A powder dispensing container is provided, the container divided into a powder storage chamber and a powder dispensing chamber with an opening between the two controlled by a valve mechanism. A cap or closure member is disposed over an upper open end of a powder dispensing chamber and when opened, causes a closure of the valve mechanism. When the cover is returned to its closed position, the valve will automatically open allowing for new charge of powder form the storage chamber to enter into the dispensing chamber. The closure member is provided with an actuator that extends through the powder dispensing chamber and engages and causes operation of the valve mechanism.

Abstract: The scent sprayer is a device for attracting animals. The device incorporates a scent spray dispenser. The dispenser includes an optionally camouflaged housing with a wind vane for rotating the sprayer in the direction of the wind. A radio frequency (RF) receiver is enclosed in the housing. The receiver is connected to a circuit that operates an electromechanical coupler to release a scent from the scent spray dispenser that attracts game. The scent sprayer also includes an RF transmitter that transmits a control signal on the same frequency as the RF receiver to trigger release of the scent. The scent contained in the scent spray dispenser may be urine, blood, pheromones, or any other scent suited to the game being hunted.

Abstract: A container for dispensing liquids or gels, where the container includes a light module, a sound module, or both. When the contents of the container are dispensed by the user, light is automatically dispersed inside the container and into the contents to provide a desired visual effect for attraction of consumers to the product.

Abstract: A golf towel with a pocket and embedded in the pocket a reservoir for dispensing cleaning liquid is described. The towel design and reservoir system enables controlled release of the liquid only when required for cleaning. The system allows temporal control for release of the liquid, control of the amount of liquid released, and, control of the location on the towel to which the liquid is dispensed.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a system and method for managing cement in a subterranean zone. In some implementations, a method of cementing in a subterranean formation includes positioning a cement slurry including a plurality of activation devices in a wellbore. The activation devices configured to release an activator that increases a setting rate of the cement slurry. A signal is transmitted to at least a portion of the cement slurry to activate the activation devices. The activation device releases the activator in response to at least the signal.

Abstract: The present invention is a quartz bubbler container with cross purge capability. This cross purge allows the user to easily purge air and chemical from the valve inlet and outlet by simply flowing inert gas, and avoids the requirement for a more complicated vacuum purging apparatus. The design incorporates two small footprint 3-way valves mounted on the bubbler container inlet and outlet connectors. The 3rd port of each valve is piped together between the valves with a crosspurge line. The valves are corrosion resistant, leak free, maintenance free, non-leaching of impurities, and can accommodate an optional breakseal crusher that will perforate quartz break seals (on the inlet and outlet of ampoule). Liquid out containers of various materials of construction are also contemplated.

Abstract: A combination dispenser and implement holder is disclosed. The combination comprises a plurality of containers, each for retaining a liquid. Each container includes a bottom wall, at least one side wall, and a top wall. The top wall of each container preferably includes a dispensing nozzle. Each container is fluidly isolated from each other container by at least one of the side walls so that mixing of the liquids does not occur. A towel rack projects from at least one side wall of at least one container, and preferably a sponge holder projects from the same wall below the towel rack. Drain holes are included in a bottom wall of the sponge holder. In one embodiment of the invention having three containers, the width of the third container is preferably larger than the width of the sponge holder and the towel rack. As such, when viewing the combination from the front, neither the towel rack or the sponge holder are visible.

Abstract: A reclosable perfume container system (1) is provided with a perfume bottle base body (2) for holding a perfume and a closing body (3) that is located on the base body (2). The container system (1) has at least one activatable sound reproduction device (5) for reproducing sounds, spoken or sung text and/or music and has at least one activatable optical device (illumination/video device) (6) for emitting light signals. The container system (1) also has at least one sensor (7), which is configured in such a way that it activates the sound reproduction device (5) and the optical device (6), when the sensor is activated based on the bottle base body (2) or the closing body (3) being touched or when the closing body (3) is opened or closed.

Abstract: A retractable spring loaded pop-up shield for a water gun. The shield can assume one of two positions of either a folded, reclined position or of an unfolded, upright standing position.

Abstract: A fluid-containing system includes an enclosure that houses a fluid that is contained in a bladder coupled to a spigot and houses a sleeve that is inclined relative to the bottom of the enclosure. The spigot protrudes through a spigot opening in the enclosure, while the sleeve contains dispensable items that can be fed through a dispensable item opening in the enclosure.

Abstract: Systems and methods concerned with design advancements with respect to the dispenser technical art. Some of these design advancements have led to increased water shedding effectiveness, minimization of dispensing head size, and higher quality resonance from the dispenser.

Abstract: A combined sample dispenser and merchandising unit product display and related method is provided herein. Included is an elongate tray having a first end and a second end, an upper compartment with open roof for standing a plurality of merchandising unit products each containing a flowable substance, and a lower compartment arranged directly below the upper compartment. A sample dispenser is provided which includes a dispensing unit arranged against the first end of the tray and a reservoir holding sampling amounts of the flowable substance, communicating with the dispensing unit and arranged within the lower compartment.

Abstract: Disclosed is an aerosol dispensing for dispensing a metered amount of an aerosol for dispersion in an area of use unit having a main body. The aerosol dispensing unit according to the present invention includes a reservoir within the main body for holding an aerosol, an outlet in fluid communication with the reservoir and arranged to dispense a metered amount of the aerosol upon activation of a trigger device, and an audio output system adapted to play a sound in response to the activation of said trigger device. The aerosol is preferably one of a deodorizing agent and a disinfectant. The trigger device is adapted to be activated either by a sensor used to detect a person within a given area, and activate the trigger device upon detection of the person, or alternatively, a timer is operatively connected to the trigger device to dispense the metered amount of aerosol and play the sound at timed intervals.

Abstract: A vehicle structure includes a vehicle body portion, a body panel and a fluid dispensing device. The body panel is coupled to the vehicle body portion to move between a closed position and an extended position. The fluid dispensing device is coupled to the body panel to move therewith when the body panel is moved to the closed position and when the body panel is moved to the extended position.

Abstract: A dual-purpose packaging for a pet-related product includes a flexible, non-toxic and bite-resistant enclosure filled with a pet-related product. The enclosure includes a retractable valve for selectively dispensing the pet-related product from within the enclosure. The packaging may further include a set of squeak elements associated with a corresponding set of air-filled chambers coupled to the enclosure. Accordingly, the enclosure may be reutilized as a pet chew toy once the pet-related product is substantially dispensed from within the enclosure.

Abstract: Devices which contain tactile and visually readable identifying indicia to assist the visually handicapped in identifying room numbers and the contents of items such as condiment shakers and liquid containers. The visually readable indicia allow a sighted person to correctly associate the device with the proper item to be identified. The devices take the form of bands which fit around the condiment holders, tags which may be attached to items by tying or adhering, and sleeves which may partially or fully surround the item. The identifying devices for room numbers may be clip-on sleeves for doorknobs or plates which attach to peep-hole tubes.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a children's first aid kit suitable for treating minor scrapes and cuts. The compact kit is integral with a reusable cooling mechanism designed to provide a cooling sensation to the injured area. The kit is further integral with a supply of antiseptic medicine and bandages, and can be easily carried and made available in any situation. An optional applicator to dye the skin surrounding the wound to create a temporary design can be supplied.

Abstract: A device for recycling bar soap by passing the drippings, pieces and slivers of soap in said soap dish into a reservoir to form a reusable liquid. The soap dish is mounted on the top of a reservoir, and is provided with an opening communicating with the reservoir. Water or liquid soap can be placed in the reservoir to combine with the soap drippings, slivers and pieces. A dispensing valve or pump communicates with the liquid in the reservoir to provide a means for the user to access the recycled soap mixture. The opening in the soap dish can be closed by a plug to allow the reservoir alternatively to be used to dispense other liquids such as hand lotion.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser device including an outlet duct through which fluid can pass, a dispenser that can be actuated so as to cause fluid to be dispensed through said outlet duct, and an irradiation device that is adapted to irradiate the fluid while said fluid is passing through said outlet duct.

Abstract: A tool for self-defense and safety includes a body defining a canister compartment and a flashlight compartment. A flashlight head is securable to the body at a first end. A switch assembly is housed by the body and regulates power delivery to the flashlight head from a battery disposed in the flashlight compartment. A nozzle is securable to the body at a second end. Actuation of a trigger assembly ejects spray through the nozzle from a spray canister disposed in the canister compartment. The trigger assembly is mounted on the body proximate to the switch assembly such that either the trigger assembly or the switch assembly may be actuated without changing grip on the body. In addition, a user may strike with the tool without changing grip on the body.

Abstract: A container for dispensing liquids or gels, where the container includes a light module, a sound module, or both. When the contents of the container are dispensed by the user, light is automatically dispersed inside the container and into the contents to provide a desired visual effect for attraction of consumers to the product.

Abstract: A dispensing system is presented for providing power generation from the actuation that occurs to provide product. The dispensing mechanism includes a plunger and magnet. The magnet is secured to the dispensing mechanism so that it moves with the plunger. Surrounding the dispensing mechanism is a housing that includes a coil. The coil is positioned such that as the pump is actuated, the magnet moves relative to the coil, generating power to the coil. The generated power that is produced can be applied to electronic devices that include, but are not limited to, light-emitting diodes and controllers.

Abstract: A method for armoring a vehicle by placing ballistic material inside a part of the vehicle and adding a foam material on the ballistic material that adheres to, and stabilizes, the ballistic material to form a lightweight armor, where the ballistic material and the foam material can absorb energy associated with projectile impact.

Abstract: A dispenser includes a delivery mechanism adapted to deliver a substance from a container to a discharge opening in the delivery mechanism when activated by a user. The dispenser also includes a housing attached to the delivery mechanism. The housing includes an indicator that produces a signal visible to the user when the delivery mechanism is activated. The signal is not visible prior to activation of the delivery mechanism. The signal remains integral with the housing after activation of the delivery mechanism. The signal remains visible only for a predetermined amount of time after activation of the delivery mechanism.

Abstract: A dispenser for food material that facilitates spreading of the material is disclosed. The dispenser can comprise a unitary construction, or can be composed of a plurality of components that can be fastened together. Disposable cartridges containing food material can be attached to the dispense, and the material within can be dispensed into a utensil such as a spoon for serving. The dispense provides metered dispensing.

Abstract: The invention is a soap and towel dispensing product that enables quick and easy restocking of towels and soap and also reduces contact with contaminated surfaces on the product during restocking. The product can hold a soap container beneath a towel enclosure to minimize contamination of the towels by the soap. The product is configured so that the soap container can be removed from the product without requiring a service worker to touch the soap container. The product is configured to that the soap container can be replaced by simply pressing the soap container against the product without rotating the soap container.

Abstract: A combined towel and soap dispenser is disclosed comprising a housing having a front, back, bottom, top and sides to form an enclosure for a decorative nature. A partition is provided within the housing to form an upper interior compartment for housing liquid soap and a lower interior compartment for housing a charge of folded paper towels within the housing. A dispensing slot is provided at the bottom of the housing for dispensing the folded paper towels one at a time. In addition, a soap dispenser extents out of the front of the housing for dispensing soap from the upper interior compartment of the housing.

Abstract: Fuel dispensing transactions may be accomplished by a variety of systems and techniques. A fuel dispensing device may include a payment module, a data entry device, and a customer display. The payment module may receive a first communication from a point of sale device requesting an encrypted response and receive a second communication from the point of sale device requesting an unencrypted response. The module may match the first communication to a first corresponding library entry, match the second communication to a second corresponding library entry, determine a user response based on one of the first corresponding library entry or the second corresponding library entry, where the user response defines one of the encrypted response based on the first corresponding library entry or the unencrypted response based on the second corresponding library entry, and use the corresponding library entry to generate a visual customer display requesting the user response.

Abstract: A flashlight for dispensing a substance from an aerosol canister, the flashlight including an elongated housing having a front end, a rear end, and a central longitudinal axis, the aerosol canister being slidably received within the housing. At least one light emitting diode disposed approximate the front end of the housing and an elongated spray tube having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end being connected to the aerosol canister and the spray tube extending parallel to the central longitudinal axis such that the distal end extends beyond the front end of the housing.

Abstract: A door handle and liquid dispensing apparatus includes a housing configured to attach to an associated door and a porous material. The housing at least partially defines a reservoir configured to hold a liquid for cleaning a person's hand when the person opens the associated door. The porous material is disposed in and extends from the reservoir. A portion of the porous material is disposed adjacent a location typically touched by the person's hand when opening the associate door.

Abstract: A mold barrier eliminates the establishment and continued resurgence of microbial colonies on product dispenser components routinely exposed to fluids and food products. The mold barrier may be utilized in a product dispenser to prevent the establishment of mold colonies on the product dispenser. The mold barrier adheres to potentially exposed surfaces to create an impenetrable boundary layer, thereby preventing the errant product from permeating into porous materials not suitable for product contact. Upon contacting the mold barrier, the errant product moves downward. Residues left from the errant product may be removed when the product dispenser and mold barrier are sanitized during routine cleansing operations. Upon sanitization, the product dispenser may be restored to a sanitized condition.

Abstract: A device for dispensing a beverage includes a main body. A first vertically-extending opening formed in the main body receives and displays a display bottle in an upright configuration. A second vertically-extending opening formed in the main body receives an inverted dispensing bottle. A dispensing tap spigot is in valved fluid communication with the inverted dispensing bottle. Opening the dispensing tap spigot enables liquid fluid within the inverted dispensing bottle to flow from the dispensing tap spigot under the influence of gravity and closing of the dispensing tap spigot terminates the flow. A thermoelectric temperature control member selectively generates cold or heat and is positioned in heat transfer relation to the inverted dispensing bottle. The main body is aesthetically designed to provide a connotation of coolness when a cooled beverage is to be dispensed and of heat when a heated beverage is to be dispensed. (It is OK to say thermoelectric here. An Abstract does not limit the claims.

Abstract: An agent dispenser for a fabric treatment appliance includes a housing having a manifold and an agent compartment. The manifold may be configured to receive water and supply the water to the agent compartment through an outlet port. The agent compartment may be configured to receive an agent, such as a detergent or additive, in liquid or powder form. The outlet port may be in fluid communication with the bottom of the agent compartment to supply the water to the bottom of the agent compartment whereby the water supplied to the agent compartment mixes with the agent in the agent compartment substantially from the bottom up.

Abstract: Device for emitting sound from a perfume spray package. This package is shaped so as to contain various microcomponents of a sound-emitting device, such as a microloudpeaker, electronic micorcomponents and microbatteries, operated by pressing on the push button of the spray bottle, the diffusion of the sound and the diffusion of a perfume having the same direction.

Abstract: A personal multi-use deodorizer device may comprise a housing having a cavity therein. The device may also include a top container hingedly coupled to a top portion of the housing; wherein the top container includes a selectively closable aperture. The device may further include a bottom container coupled to the bottom of the housing, wherein the bottom container may include a selectively closable aperture having an air-tight seal. The device may also include a fluid container disposed within the cavity of the housing and having a fluid dispensing device extending outwardly from a top portion of the housing. The fluid container may be selectably removable from the housing. Finally, the device may include a mirror disposed on a side portion of the housing; wherein the mirror may be selectably coupleable.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dispensing of hand lotion and air freshener in a combined unit for home and office. Air freshener may be passively dispersed at a controlled rate from the apparatus, or may be actively dispersed when a user pumps the apparatus to receive a measured quantity of hand lotion. Dispersion may be implemented using a mechanical fan or compression of a sponge, for example.

Abstract: Generally, a material dispenser having reciprocal means which operates to deliver an amount of material from a material delivery conduit and generates timed indicia of elapse of a dispensed material use interval. Specifically, a hand wash dispenser having reciprocal means which operates to deliver an amount of hand wash material and generates timed indicia of elapse of a hand wash interval.

Abstract: The method is for spraying a liquid with a spray bottle. A container is provided that has a spray unit in operative engagement with a suction tube inside the container in fluid communication with a liquid disposed inside the container. The container has a protrusion with an opening defined therein. The protrusion has a brush attached thereto. The suction tube has a diversion tube extending to the opening. A handle on the spray unit may be used to pump the liquid up through the suction tube. The liquid is diverted from the suction tube to the diversion tube to moisturize the brush.

Abstract: A chemical dispensing attachment that provides a cost effective, non lethal alternative to the sometimes lethal taser and other more severe and/or painful means to subdue an assailant. Two forms of tactical gear are combined, namely a flashlight and oleoresin capsicum, or any aerosol with contents under pressure, without having to modify the flashlight itself. The attachment is adaptable to almost any conventional and weapons mounted flashlight by attaching to the rear. It can be adaptable for a variety of sizes and allows the operator to keep the light on the target, and if necessary immediately dispense the chemical to subdue the target. A multi positional easy touch trigger can be moved to accommodate handheld or weapons mounted light systems. Using a simple battery operated pressure switch could also be used to activate the firing mechanism.

Abstract: A vehicle structure includes a vehicle body portion, a body panel and a fluid dispensing device. The body panel is coupled to the vehicle body portion to move between a closed position and an extended position. The fluid dispensing device is coupled to the body panel to move therewith when the body panel is moved to the closed position and when the body panel is moved to the extended position.

Abstract: A method of treating water includes introducing a chemical dispenser containing a water treatment substance, into a body of water so that the dispenser is located at a first level in the water. Water enters the dispenser through an aperture with the water coming into contact with the water treatment substance, and an active ingredient thus being released into the water. Active ingredient is thereby dispersed into the body of water at the first level. The dispensing of active ingredient into the body of water at the first level is continued for a period of time. Thereafter, the dispenser is allowed to rise to a second higher level in the body of water. For a further period of time, active ingredient is dispensed from the dispenser into the body of water at the second level.

Abstract: To attain this, the present invention generally comprises a bathroom accessory including a base section for resting on a surface, and a middle section located above the base section that defines an interior for receiving a tube of toothpaste to be dispensed. The accessory also includes a cap section forming a soap holding dish, and which is positioned at the upper end of the middle section. The cap section is removably mounted on the middle section to provide access to the interior of the middle section for positioning tube of toothpaste in the interior. The accessory further includes at least one toothbrush hook on the cap section for hooking onto a toothbrush; and a spout on the middle section for dispensing toothpaste from the tube of toothpaste.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a container having a cavity for dispensing a paste and a cavity for another material. In one aspect, a first cavity for a comestible paste resides in an area between a hollow piston and a top section having a dispenser. The top section and piston have corresponding male and female threads in their respective cylindrical sections. The paste can be dispensed by slidably advancing the piston towards the dispenser. The threads can then be engaged to rotatably advance the piston towards the dispenser to dispense additional paste. A comestible seasoning or other material can be disposed in the hollow piston.

Abstract: A combination backpack and granular material dispenser that includes an upper compartment, a lower compartment extending downwardly from the upper compartment, at least one carrying strap, a valve assembly, and a valve assembly actuator. In use, the present invention enables a user to stow equipment and personal items in the upper compartment while stowing and dispensing a granular material from the lower compartment. The lower compartment is collapsible into and expansible from the upper compartment.

Abstract: A ring designed to serve as a diner's personal napkin holder that serves also as the diner's personal salt and pepper dispenser. The ring is hollow and has two closed compartments intended to contain salt and pepper. Holes on the side of the ring enable to dispense the salt and the pepper during use.

Abstract: A mace-light (i.e., a flashlight with an integrated defensive spray dispenser) that includes a flashlight body, an attachment by which a defensive spray dispenser can be or is attached to the mace-light, a first button on the flashlight body, and a second button on the flashlight body. The first button is a light activating button that turns a light installed in the flashlight body on or off. The first button and the second button are used in combination to activate the defensive spray dispenser attached to the mace-light via the attachment. Preferably, the first button and the second button are close enough to each other so that both can be pressed using fingers of a single hand that is holding the mace-light. A two position (safe or armed) or a three position (safe, light-on armed, and light-off armed) safety switch also can be included.