Garment Or Body Attached Patents (Class 239/36)
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Patent number: 6786424Abstract: A insect repellant assembly for repelling unwanted insects without increasing environmental hazards to humans. The insect repellant assembly includes an housing which elongate and substantially cylindrical, and a repellant mixture positioned within the housing and having an odor which is designed for repelling unwanted insects.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2002Date of Patent: September 7, 2004Inventor: Matthew Ward
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Publication number: 20040124254Abstract: The first object of the present invention is to provide a diffuser for volatile material such as a volatile aromatic or chemical agent, capable of promptly diffusing the volatile constituent of the liquid into a surrounding air in a simple operation. The second object of the present invention is to enable a long-term storage. The third object is to provide a compact diffuser enabling a user to enjoy different aroma according to a time and a place. The diffuser has a flexible casing having an inner space and a vent hole formed therein and a breakable glass capsule enclosing a volatile material, and a liquid-absorbent member.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2002Publication date: July 1, 2004Inventors: Shiro Harada, Masahiko Fujita
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Patent number: 6712286Abstract: A system for dispersing a scent and marking a trail useful in hunting and other outdoor endeavors is provided, the system providing for easily positioning a self-fastening scent dispenser and marker to a preselected structure as well as the person and apparel of a user. The apparatus includes a camouflage cover so that the apparatus can easily be concealed when in use. A reflector can also be included, however, so that the apparatus can be located in the dark using a generated light beam, while also protecting the user by identifying the user to other hunters in the area. Methods are also provided to permit a hunter or hiker to readily attach the self-fastening scent dispenser and trail marker as the user moves along a trail during a hunt, hike, or other outdoor excursion.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2001Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Inventors: Doug Baxter, Frank Sloan
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Patent number: 6705541Abstract: A fragrance dispenser having a reservoir to receive an aroma carrier, the fragrances of which can escape at least partially through a dispensing opening when pressure is exerted onto the reservoir. The reservoir may have the shape of a bottle, wherein the dispensing opening, which is preferably designed as a snap-off opening, is disposed in the thinner region, i.e at the neck of the bottle. A packaging element preferably extends beyond the dispensing region of the reservoir, the packaging element being designed in that region in such a way that it interacts with a seal of the dispensing opening of the reservoir. The reservoir or packaging element may be designed as a free-standing package.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2002Date of Patent: March 16, 2004Assignee: Klocke Verpackungs-Service GmbHInventors: Herbert Schuehrer, Klaus Renner
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Publication number: 20030091465Abstract: A multi-layer deodorizing device having at least one generally flat, fragrance-infused layer enabling cloaking of unpleasant odors, at least one odor-absorbent layer enabling substantial removal of malodors from a surface or personal article, and a specialized shape enabling deodorization of a targeted personal article, such as for exemplary purposes only, a shoe, wherein an individual desires to utilize a temporary storage period to remove odors and refresh a personal article, such as a shoe.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2002Publication date: May 15, 2003Inventor: Amy Hendricks
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Patent number: 6557529Abstract: A fuel injector for an internal combustion engine has an injector housing having a pressure releasable control chamber for a vertical stroke movement and an annular chamber, an injector body closeable by the annular chamber, an inlet connectable to a high pressure collecting chamber and connected to and emptying into the annular chamber, an injection nozzle having a nozzle inlet and a nozzle chamber, with the nozzle inlet opened or closed by a sealing surface, a hydraulic spring associated with the injector body and including a control element impinged with high pressure via a volume of the hydraulic spring and via the inlet.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2001Date of Patent: May 6, 2003Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbHInventor: Friedrich Boecking
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Publication number: 20030066902Abstract: An apertured container for holding perfume and perfume impregnated material comprising two halves which are easily opened and closed for placing fresh perfumed material therein and removing spent perfumed material therefrom, and locking means for holding said halves together. A suspension means is attached to the container, and can be used to attach the container to any desired spot. The container is in the form of a sporting device such as a baseball, football, soccer ball and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2001Publication date: April 10, 2003Inventor: Marianna Georgescu
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Publication number: 20030034403Abstract: A system for dispersing a scent and marking a trail useful in hunting and other outdoor endeavors is provided, the system providing for easily positioning a self-fastening scent dispenser and marker to a preselected structure as well as the person and apparel of a user. The apparatus includes a camouflage cover so that the apparatus can easily be concealed when in use. A reflector can also be included, however, so that the apparatus can be located in the dark using a generated light beam, while also protecting the user by identifying the user to other hunters in the area. Methods are also provided to permit a hunter or hiker to readily attach the self-fastening scent dispenser and trail marker as the user moves along a trail during a hunt, hike, or other outdoor excursion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2001Publication date: February 20, 2003Inventors: Doug Baxter, Frank Sloan
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Patent number: 6474564Abstract: A targeting, small wildland fire extinguisher dropping system comprising: a droppable extinguisher package, adapted for filling and handling, for containing fire suppressant solution, and bursting when it hits a target on the ground full of said fire suppressant solution and dropped from a height; a quantity of fire suppressant solution inside said droppable extinguisher package; and a package dispenser, adapted for suspending, for holding said droppable extinguisher package and dropping said droppable extinguisher package upon command. A stirrer adapted to be inserted into said droppable extinguisher package for stirring said fire suppressant solution may also be provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2001Date of Patent: November 5, 2002Inventors: Irving Doshay, Max N. Alper
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Publication number: 20020117556Abstract: An item of jewelry is provided to receive a fragrance composition. The jewelry piece includes a securement member, a setting, and a piece of porous material. The securement member supports the setting and enables the jewelry item to be worn by the person in the manner in which it is intended. In some embodiments, the setting supports the piece of porous material relative to the securement member such that ambient air may flow between it and the securement member, maximizing the exposed surface area of the porous material. The porous material is a ceramic that contains sintered aluminum oxide and receives a liquid fragrance producing composition such as perfume or cologne. A method for applying the fragrance to the piece of porous material is also provided and includes the step of washing the porous material with a solvent suitable to diffuse the carrier liquid of the fragrance producing composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2002Publication date: August 29, 2002Inventor: Lawrence J. Putz
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Publication number: 20020109013Abstract: An aroma dispenser designed to be worn or carried on the person is described, as is a procedure for using it. The dispenser is unique in that it vents scent to the atmosphere only when activated by the wearer—typically with only one hand—and is constructed to make resealing the vents extremely convenient.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2001Publication date: August 15, 2002Inventor: Jhon Desrosiers
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Patent number: 6398126Abstract: An auxiliary sole includes a ball portion, a heel portion, scent dispensing means, and attachment means for releasably attaching the heel portion to the ball portion. The ball portion and the heel portion include a base having a plurality of projections depending from the base. The scent dispenser may be made of an absorbent material impregnated with the scent of an animal that is positioned within a recess formed in one of the projections of the ball portion or the heel portion. The base of the ball portion has an elongate opening and the base of the heel portion has a pair of opposed end tabs that are received within the opening of the base of the ball portion. The base of the ball portion and the base of the heel portion may be provided with hook and loop fasteners to releasably attach the heel portion to the base portion.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2000Date of Patent: June 4, 2002Inventor: Steven L. Pitchford
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Patent number: 6264887Abstract: A device for allowing either perfumed materials or deodorizing materials to the surrounding air of a vehicle, includes a clip device adapted to be connected to an air vent fin. The device is adapted to be inserted into the vent where it will be less intrusive into space outside the vent.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2000Date of Patent: July 24, 2001Inventor: Mike Farmer
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Patent number: 6244518Abstract: A snake repellent system for use in repelling snakes so as to prevent the human user from being bitten. The snake repellent system consists of a receptacle into which is placed a quantity of garlic or onion, the aroma of which is believed to be effective in repelling snakes. The receptacle is provided with a lid having a plurality of openings for facilitating the dispersal of the garlic or onion aroma. The receptacle may be provided with a mincing rack used to mince a clove of garlic, thereby more fully releasing its aroma. The receptacle may also be provided with a means to both limit child access to the repellent substance within the receptacle and prevent removal of the repellent substance from the lid openings. An adjustable band is provided for attaching the receptacle to the arm or leg of the user.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 1999Date of Patent: June 12, 2001Inventor: Thelma F. Pogue
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Patent number: 6227458Abstract: A deodorizer for masking foot and shoe odors through controlled release of fragrance and which utilizes releasable interlocking surfaces for retaining the deodorizer in contact with the shoe is claimed.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 1993Date of Patent: May 8, 2001Assignee: Schering-Plough Healthcare Products, Inc.Inventors: Gerald R. Dever, Thomas J. Laughlin, William S. Rogers
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Patent number: 6210688Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a method of forming a substantially non odorous barrier film, on human or animal skin on which a fragrance is to be applied, said method comprises applying a dermatologically inactive film-forming polymer to human or animal skin in a cosmetically acceptable carrier to form a substantially non odorous barrier film, on human or animal skin, onto which a fragrance is to be applied. A composition for use with the method of the invention is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 1997Date of Patent: April 3, 2001Inventor: Rachel Ann Quayle
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Patent number: 6126085Abstract: A fragrance dispenser for a brassiere has a holder molded from plastic and connected to the brassiere. The holder is of droplet shape and has a pocket from which a neck extends, the pocket receiving a sintered metal or mineral porous disk impregnated with perfume and held in the pocket by a deflectable tongue on the neck.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 1999Date of Patent: October 3, 2000Assignee: Fildan Accessories CorporationInventor: Karl Wanzenbock
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Patent number: 6123906Abstract: A device for allowing either perfumed materials or deodorizing materials to the surrounding vehicle known as an air freshener including a clip device holding the material and adapted to be connected to an air vent fin which vents warmed or cooled air into a space. The device is adapted to be inserted into the vent where it will be less intrusive into space outside the vent.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 1997Date of Patent: September 26, 2000Inventor: Mike Farmer
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Patent number: 6102773Abstract: A perfumed brassiere in which solid form perfume materials are arranged on the periphery of hard support elements at the bottom edges of the cups or are insertably provided in between layers of fabric of the brassiere. Soft pieces of perfume materials are fitted into the cups or in between the fabric layers around the cups. The perfumed materials are coupled to the brassiere as a whole to send out sweet smell for a prolonged period of time.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 1998Date of Patent: August 15, 2000Inventors: Li-Pin Wu, Shu-Fen Lin, Tung-Jung Wu
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Patent number: 6089953Abstract: A fragrant brassiere mainly including two pressure-resistant bags made of gas-pervious plastic material for sealing some kind of filler therein, and fragrance carriers containing a fragrant substance and being positioned in the filler inside the pressure-resistant bags. The filler is a substance allowing slow diffusion of fragrance in the bags. The diffused fragrance passes the gas-pervious plastic material of the bags to disperse in the air, making the brassiere having the pressure-resistant bags and the fragrance carriers send out fragrance for a prolonged time and therefore has longer useable life.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 1998Date of Patent: July 18, 2000Inventor: Chin-Tang Chen
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Patent number: 6054182Abstract: A method of delivery of insect repellent which incorporates a delivery device which provides for release of insect repellent to fabrics within an automatic laundry dryer at dryer operating temperatures for treating garments for the purpose of repelling insects and which controls the amount and toxicity of a repellent applied directly to garments, particularly children's garments, and which eliminates the direct application of toxic repellent to the skin of a user for use in controlling the spread of Lyme Disease.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 1998Date of Patent: April 25, 2000Inventor: Daniel R. Collins
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Patent number: 6024386Abstract: An aroma-generating greeting card in a folder format having a front panel that folds over a rear panel. Printed on the front panel is a greeting appropriate to a given occasion, such as a holiday. Printed on the rear panel is a message related to the greeting. Mounted behind a port formed in the rear panel and blocking this port is a gas-barrier bag housing plastic beads impregnated with a fragrance whose aroma is associated with the occasion. The aroma is dischargeable through a vent in the bag lying within the confines of the port. The port is normally covered by a removable sticker which seals the vent to prevent discharge of the aroma. When a recipient receives the card and unfolds it to read the message and then peels off the sticker, the aroma is then discharged so that it can be sensed by the recipient.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 1998Date of Patent: February 15, 2000Inventor: Donald Spector
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Patent number: 5989101Abstract: A bra includes two brassiere cups and two side straps extending from the two brassiere cups each of which has a perfume cell attached to the inner side thereof with a lining member attached to the inner side of the brassiere cup to position the perfume cell. Each of the perfume cell has a mixture liquid received therein and an inlet defined therein so that the perfume will be dispensed by the body temperature.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 1998Date of Patent: November 23, 1999Inventors: Tsai Jenn-Shyang, Yu Yuh-Lan
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Patent number: 5906298Abstract: The scent dispersal system of this invention includes a reservoir for holding a liquid scent, a cap to close an opening in the reservoir, a conduit extends outward from the cap, a wick extends from the reservoir's interior to the exterior via the conduit and a way is provided to attach the scent dispersal system to an individual. A wick retainer is used to prevent pulling the wick from the reservoir and to retain the end of the wick in the liquid scent. A tube plug is used to close and seal the end of the conduit. Through capillary action the scent is automatically drawn to an exposed end of the wick extending outward from the end of the conduit. The scent is automatically dissipated or dispersed from the exposed end of the wick. As one walks, the scent creates a trail by rubbing off on grasses, leaves or other flora in the woods. At a fixed location the scent is dissipated by evaporation from the wick. Strength of the scent is controlled by the amount of the wick exposed.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 1997Date of Patent: May 25, 1999Inventor: Thomas A. Ward
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Patent number: 5823432Abstract: An air freshener device in which an insert provides shape to article of clothing so that the air freshener device assumes the shape of the article of clothing. The insert preferably formed so that assembly of the air freshener device inherently shapes the article of clothing. The air freshener device also includes a pouch formed in the article of clothing to receive scented beads or other aromatic material. The pouch and the air freshener device provides air flow over the scented material so that the scented material properly disseminates the scent in order to freshen the environment.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 1996Date of Patent: October 20, 1998Inventor: Howard D. Hogan
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Patent number: 5738831Abstract: A device for deodorizing and freshening a bed mattress, linens, and the air space thereabout including a pliable base, an interior pad positioned on the base and having aromatic fragrance applied thereto, and a cover mounted on the base so as to cover the pad, all forming a sleek, pliable design with minimal, if any, obstruction to a user of the mattress. The base is provided with side vents and the cover is made of a spongy, porous material so as to aid in aromatic dispersement of the fragrance applied to the interior pad.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 1997Date of Patent: April 14, 1998Inventor: Fredrick U. Bethel
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Patent number: 5720432Abstract: An insert for absorbing and masking odor within a shoe. The inventive device includes a joined pouch having a deodorant disinfectant material positioned therein. The joined pouch can be separated into individual pouches positionable into a pair of shoes to reduce or eliminate odor emanating therefrom.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 1995Date of Patent: February 24, 1998Inventor: Joan McDoom Gaskin
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Patent number: 5636787Abstract: An eyeglasses-attached aromatic dispensing device (10) that consists of a pair of eyeglasses (12) that are separated by a bridge section and that have a temple attached to the outer edge of each eyeglass. The device (10) features an aromatic module (30) that can be designed to be attached to either the temple (16) or to the bridge section (14). The module (30) includes an absorbent cavity (40) that has inserted an absorbent material (50) to which is added a selectable perfume or cologne. The module (30) has an outer wall (44) that has at least one opening (46) through which the aroma of the perfume or cologne is dispensed into the surrounding environment.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 1995Date of Patent: June 10, 1997Inventor: Jacob F. Gowhari
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Patent number: 5558030Abstract: A plant feeder apparatus includes a rigid support assembly which includes a top end portion, a mid-portion, and a bottom end portion. The bottom end portion is adapted to penetrate soil to a sufficient depth such that the soil is capable of retaining the support assembly in an upstanding orientation, and the top end portion is adapted to support a chemical dispenser assembly. The chemical dispenser assembly includes a container for containing a quantity of a dissolved chemical. A conduit is connected to the container for conveying a portion of the dissolved chemical out of the container. A manually-operated valve assembly is supported by the container for controlling outflow of dissolved chemical from the container, and a flow conduit assembly is supported by the support assembly and is connected to the conduit for conveying dissolved chemical from the container to the soil. The flow conduit assembly includes a top end portion in fluid communication with the conduit.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 1994Date of Patent: September 24, 1996Inventor: L. H. Ward
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Patent number: 5399404Abstract: A patch for masking foot and shoe odors through controlled release of fragrance is claimed.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 1993Date of Patent: March 21, 1995Assignee: Schering-Plough Healthcare ProductsInventors: Thomas J. Laughlin, Gerald R. Dever
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Patent number: 5239718Abstract: An archery tool apparatus construction includes a support shank having a thread tap coaxially aligned, with the support shank mounted to a lower distal end thereof. A handle shank is mounted fixedly, orthogonally, and medially of itself to an upper distal end of the support shank. The invention is further arranged to include a squeeze bulb having a fluid reservoir therewithin to project fluid such as animal attractant through the handle shank into surrounding fluid absorbent sponge cylindrical grips.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 1992Date of Patent: August 31, 1993Inventor: Michael A. Princiotta
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Patent number: 5161680Abstract: A protective device attachable to outer garment for self-protection of a person against criminal attack comprises an ornamental, pliable, hollow body having inserted therein an easily breakable ampul containing a volatile foul smelling fluid which is emitted through apertures in the body of the device when the ampul is fractured by squeezing said body. When worn by a woman, the device is particularly useful for deterring an assault by a rapist.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 1991Date of Patent: November 10, 1992Inventor: Laurence E. Badgley
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Patent number: 5074439Abstract: A scent or lure dispensing device for hunters or trappers, comprising a moisture permeable and sealable container; moisture absorbent particles sealed within the container that are capable of absorbing and storing many times their weight in scent and lure moisture; an adjustable lanyard for removably securing the container to hunters and trappers; and a sealable, odor-tight and liquid-tight storage compartment for receiving the container and the liquid scents and lures to be absorbed and stored by the moisture absorbent particles.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 1990Date of Patent: December 24, 1991Inventor: Larry A. Wilcox
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Patent number: 5037487Abstract: A spray hanger for a wet suit comprises a hook, a pair of horizontally extending arms for supporting the wet suit, a body depending from the center of the arms, and an inlet hose coupling for connecting the hanger to a water source. Spray jets are positioned at the end of each of the arms, for spraying water through the arms of the wet suit to thoroughly rinse the inside of the arms. A plurality of spray jets are also provided throughout the body portion of the hanger to rinse the inside of the wet suit.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 1990Date of Patent: August 6, 1991Inventor: Marc J. Santos
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Patent number: 4997000Abstract: An apparatus and method for washing and drying (cleaning) a wetsuit. The system employs a two-tiered, fluid piping structure having an upper and lower hanger portions. The upper hanger portion is directly or indirectly connected to a hose which is connectable to a water or/and air source. During washing and rinsing operations, the appropriate liquid is introduced through the hose into the hanger portions, and is driven through a plurality of spray heads disposed selectively on both upper and lower hanger portions. The individual spray heads are oriented to overlappingly spray the entire outside and inside surfaces of the wetsuit. In a commercial embodiment, two or more systems are connected in series along a common horizontal tube. The entire unit is suspended and housed within a special enclosure.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 1989Date of Patent: March 5, 1991Inventors: Vance C. Feast, Marcus A. Leo
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Patent number: 4964570Abstract: An article of jewelry for dispensing perfume consisting of a pair of hollow tubes one of which is provided with a sealed capsule of perfume and the other tube containing venting openings and a needle to penetrate the capsule when the two tubes are assembled and the needle is pushed far enough to make the penetration. The degree of penetration may be adjusted and vapor generation can be maximized by rotating the tube with the needle with respect to the capsule.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 1989Date of Patent: October 23, 1990Inventor: William Haiduk
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Patent number: 4949739Abstract: A wetsuit washing hanger includes a pair of hollow laterally extending arms for supporting a wetsuit by its shoulder area. The hollow interior of the arms communicate with an integral funnel into which water from a shower head from which the device is suspended may be directed. Apertures in the side walls of the hollow arms enable a washing liquid to spray onto the interior of the wetsuit.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 1989Date of Patent: August 21, 1990Inventor: Francis D. Ryan
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Patent number: 4874129Abstract: A multi-layered multi-laminate sustained release device capable of releasing fragrances, colognes, and perfumes, at a controlled rate for a prolonged period of time and having a first layer of a pressure sensitive adhesive release liner for providing a protective peel strip for the device, a second layer of a silicone pressure sensitive adhesive for adhering the device to a substrate to which it is applied including human skin, a third layer of a fragrance oil impregnated matrix of a silicone material selected from the group consisting of silicone elastomers, silicone elastomers having adhesive characteristics, and elastomeric silicone pressure sensitive adhesives, and a fourth layer of a permeable facestock backing member on the surface of the device for controlling the rate of release of the fragrance oil from the impregnated matrix.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 1988Date of Patent: October 17, 1989Assignee: Dow Corning CorporationInventors: Alfred J. DiSapio, William R. Pfister, Mary A. Sheeran
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Patent number: 4802626Abstract: Small honeycombed devices, such as wafers, for hunting, trapping and other purposes are molded from plastic material impregnated with artificial simulations of natural scents or other scents such as insect repellants, attractants or insecticides, deodorants or deodorizers, or decorative and floral fragrances. Means may be included by which the devices can be removably stacked together to intensify a particular scent or to provide a combination of different scents and/or by which the devices can be suspended from a supporting object.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 1986Date of Patent: February 7, 1989Assignee: Hunter's Specialties, Inc.Inventors: David R. Forbes, Carman S. Forbes
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Patent number: 4744514Abstract: A laminated, flexible, lightweight scent-carrying ornament having an adhesive backing which permits the ornament to be applied to one's personal clothing. The laminated construction comprises an open weave top lamination, an absorbent center lamination, and an adhesive backed bottom lamination, all of the laminations being joined or fused together to form a single unit.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 1986Date of Patent: May 17, 1988Inventor: Susan M. Gadoua
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Patent number: 4735010Abstract: A scent distributing device and method of marking an area using the device to distribute scent. The scent distributing device is provided for use while attached to footwear. The scent distributing device includes a scent source, and a tubular body. The scent source includes a scent absorbing material, and a fluid for attracting animals. The tubular body includes a pair of plug connectors and a wall member. The wall member has at least one aperture therethrough. Scent is introduced into the device. Next, the scent distributing device is connected to footwear. The scent is then distributed in the area to be marked by wearing the footwear while stepping in the area with the scent distributing device connected to footwear.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 1987Date of Patent: April 5, 1988Inventor: Robert Grinarml
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Patent number: 4722477Abstract: A scented hunting device having a scented material member attached to a flexible, impervious body member. The scented material member is preferably constructed with an absorbent fibrous or felt material and can absorb and be thoroughly infiltrated with a scented substance for masking human odors from animal detection. Co-operating fasteners are attached to the flexible body member for allowing the scented hunting device to be attached to a hunter during hunting.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 1986Date of Patent: February 2, 1988Inventor: John F. Floyd
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Patent number: 4609245Abstract: The invention is a novel package for dispensing odors such as naturally occurring odors, commonly for the purpose of either masking from wild animals the odor of a human in the vicinity, or for the purpose of attracting wild animals. The package includes a receptacle, a reservoir in the receptacle, and an odor producing liquid in the reservoir. A dispensing conduit extends from the reservoir to a dispensing tip. The microporous construction of the conduit is capable of preferentially absorbing the liquid from the reservoir and conducting it to the tip where it is dispensed by evaporation, or by a touching or rubbing action. A cap is used for closing the package by emplacement over the tip. It is also used for hanging the dispenser. One method of dispensing includes selecting a location, opening the dispenser by removing the cap, and placing the dispensing package in the selected location.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 1985Date of Patent: September 2, 1986Inventor: Helmut W. Sakschek
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Patent number: 4465232Abstract: An adornment having a front face, preferably decorated, and a rear face. The rear face preferably has an adhesive layer thereon for fixing the adornment to another surface. The front face of the adornment has a pocket formed therein for receiving a scented element, preferably a scent saturated pellet or a scent-filled capsule.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 1982Date of Patent: August 14, 1984Inventor: Florence F. Field
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Patent number: 4419395Abstract: A perfumed pendant which has a three-dimensional configuration and comprises a front vinyl sheet having a design printed thereon, a back vinyl sheet having a design mating with the design on the front vinyl sheet printed thereon and welded at the outer peripheral edge thereof to the outer peripheral edge of the front vinyl sheet, a foam resilient padding interposed between the front and back vinyl sheets to give the three-dimensional configuration to the pendant and a capsulated perfume layer laminated to the outer surface of the front vinyl sheet at a selected area of the front vinyl sheet outer surface.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 1982Date of Patent: December 6, 1983Inventor: Terutaka Sugimoto
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Patent number: 4419396Abstract: A three-dimensional perfumed seal which comprises a vinyl base sheet, an adhesive layer applied to one surface of said base sheet, a release paper applied to the surface of said adhesive layer opposite from said base sheet, a foam synthetic resin padding material disposed on the surface of said base sheet opposite from said adhesive layer, a covering vinyl sheet sandwiching said padding material in cooperation with said base sheet and having a design printed on one of the opposite surfaces thereof, and a capsulated perfume layer laminated to the covering vinyl sheet at the area where said design is present.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 1982Date of Patent: December 6, 1983Inventor: Terutaka Sugimoto
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Patent number: 4374571Abstract: A device (10) for dispensing a scent is disclosed which includes a container (12) having a first end (13) with an opening (16) therein and a second closed end (14). The scent is held in an absorbent body of material (20) which is disposed within the interior of the container (12). Retaining means (25) releasably holds the scent-holding body (20) within the container (12). A cover (30) is provided which can be secured upon either end (13, 14) of the container (12) in a manner enclosing that portion of the container. A sealing ring (40) and sealing disc (44) prevent the scent from being released when the cover (30) encloses the opening end (13) of the container (12).Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 1981Date of Patent: February 22, 1983Inventor: George T. Hirvela
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Patent number: 4283011Abstract: A scented sticker attachable to an article of clothing or other surface, the sticker including an applique sheet which is profiled to simulate the appearance of an odoriferous object such as a fruit or flower. Secured to the rear of the sheet is a shallow dish containing a pad saturated with a volatile scent whose odor simulates the characteristic natural odor of the object pictured by the sheet, the scent being emitted through perforations in the sheet. The base of the dish has a layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive thereon to facilitate attachment of the sticker.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 1979Date of Patent: August 11, 1981Inventor: Donald Spector
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Patent number: 4277024Abstract: An aroma-dispensing tab that is stickable onto any surface, such as an article of apparel, to exude a pleasant fragrance or to function as an insect repellent. The tab is in the form of a sac constituted by a base having a perforated dome marginally secured thereto to define a vented chamber occupied by an absorbent pad saturated by a liquid scent. A layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive on the underside of the base makes it possible to attach the tab to any surface.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 1978Date of Patent: July 7, 1981Inventor: Donald Spector
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Patent number: 4159631Abstract: An article of jewelry comprises a hollow spherical housing having upper and lower halves secured together, a disc having gauze-filled cutouts formed therein, internal annular flanges supporting the disc in the housing, and wicks extending between sections of gauze and into the lower half containing perfume. A plurality of orifices in the upper half permit the perfumed vapors to escape. In one embodiment, the disc has a gauze-filled central aperture, and the upper housing half has a central orifice and a coupling ring with an opening aligned with the central aperture and orifice through which a hypodermic needle is inserted to supply perfume to the lower housing half. In another embodiment, the central orifice in the upper housing half is threaded to receive a rod having a threaded portion and an end extending into the disc central aperture, which is devoid of gauze. Removal of the rod permits the lower half to be filled by an eyedropper.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 1978Date of Patent: July 3, 1979Inventor: Ki S. Lee