Combined Cutlery Or Combined With Ancillary Feature Patents (Class 30/123)
  • Patent number: 6915576
    Abstract: The illuminated safety razor has a substantially transparent handle and a razor head adapted to hold a razor blade cartridge. A high-intensity LED disposed in the razor head illuminates the area to be shaved. The LED may be molded within the razor head in various orientations dependent upon the contour of the razor head and the desired lighting effect. The handle open at the rear end, is adapted to receive at least one battery. A threaded end cap engages the opening, abutting the battery and contains a micro-pushbutton switch. Depressing a waterproof diaphragm covering the rear of the end cap toggles the switch, supplying a voltage to the LED, thereby illuminating the razor and the area to be shaved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2005
    Inventor: Lisa M. Brzezinski
  • Patent number: 6874188
    Abstract: A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable blade cartridge positioned within the body, wherein a knife blade within the removable blade cartridge is configured to slidably extend out from the first end; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body. The utility tool includes a knife switch coupled to the knife blade, the knife blade moves from the retracted position to the extended position only when the blade cartridge is engaged within the body. The utility tool having a spring mechanism for biasing the knife blade to the retracted position and a leaf member for engaging and disengaging the blade cartridge from the blade cartridge bay by a snap fit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2005
    Assignee: Wampum
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Raphael Vincent Hebert, Idriss Mansouri-Chafik
  • Publication number: 20040250425
    Abstract: A tool for cutting insulation is comprised of two elongated mating handles connected at a central point. A blade/blade carrier and compression wheel with gear like teeth is supported between the handle halves. An optional releasable locking mechanism in the handle allows the blade to be retracted into the tool. Pulling the tool along the surface of insulation material while applying downward pressure to the compression wheel and blade allows the rotating wheel to grip and compresses the material allowing the blade to make a straight cut without tearing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2003
    Publication date: December 16, 2004
    Inventors: Richard Arent, Dennis Wordell
  • Publication number: 20040250424
    Abstract: With a long handle and a wide blade and a flash light attached to handle shinning down center of blade the snake blade with light makes it much safer to kill a poison snake especially at night the snake blade with light was not designed to kill harmless snakes
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2003
    Publication date: December 16, 2004
    Inventor: Robert E. Glover
  • Publication number: 20040250423
    Abstract: A retractable blade utility knife is provided which comprises a knife housing, a blade having a cutting surface in a lower end and a sawing surface in an upper end of the blade, a pencil housing formed in a lower rear part of the knife housing to keep hold of a pencil, a pencil sharpening slot connected to a conical bore and a pencil chips storage room, a rope-cutting recess for facilitating rope cutting by the blade, a blade carrier for carrying the blade and for sliding along a longitudinal axis of a knife groove formed in one side of the knife housing, and a rear cover of the knife having a pencil inlet hole and a rear cover fixed switch, the rear cover detachably coupled to a rear portion of the knife housing via the rear cover fixed switch, thereby providing a pencil chip storage space when closed to store pencil chips and a pencil chip outlet when detached to empty the pencil chips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2003
    Publication date: December 16, 2004
    Inventor: Zu Sheng Yu
  • Publication number: 20040231058
    Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, a multi-use broad bladed knife is provided. The multi-use knife includes a broad blade, such as commonly used to apply spackle to a wall or other surface. The broad blade is attached to a handle, with a striking surface comprised of an appropriate hard material on the heel of the handle. Within the handle are slidably extendable and retractable implements, including a cutting edge and a screwdriver implement. The cutting edge and screwdriver implement may be extended through the heel of the handle through slits using buttons. The screwdriver implement and cutting edge may lock into place when extended for use and may also lock in place when retracted within the handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2004
    Publication date: November 25, 2004
    Inventor: Shawn Stubbs
  • Patent number: 6816064
    Abstract: A survival device for use in an emergency situation includes a battery, a lamp, and a detection circuit for detecting an occurrence of the emergency situation and for switching the lamp to be powered by the battery when such an occurrence is detected. In one form, the detection circuit detects a presence of water along a surface of the device, with safety tools for escaping from an submerged vehicle being provided. In another form, the detection circuit detects a failure of electrical service within a building, with safety tools for escaping a fire being provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2004
    Inventor: Carmelo C. Ruiz
  • Publication number: 20040211067
    Abstract: A rotary knife having a ring blade that defines a closed loop cutting surface for cutting material which the ring blade contacts during rotation. Materials cut using the blade such as meat cut from a carcass or trimmed from a piece of meat are suctioned away from the blade. The material is drawn into a blade housing which supports the ring blade. A housing body has a wall that defines a housing interior into which material separated by the cutting surface of the ring blade moves as it is cut. Alternate blade designs facilitate use of the knife for applications involving the separation of a spinal cord and possibly dangerous BSE material from a slaughtered animal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2004
    Publication date: October 28, 2004
    Applicant: Bettcher Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey A. Whited, Martin Niederhauser
  • Patent number: 6807736
    Abstract: An apparatus for associating a size of an attachment comb for a hair cutting device with a color on or of the attachment comb representing that particular size. The apparatus includes a chart having a plurality of symbols that pictorially represents both the attachment comb sizes of a plurality of attachment combs, and the colors related to the respective attachment comb sizes. The symbols have a magnitude along one direction that is greater or smaller than other symbols on the chart depending on their respective attachment comb sizes, to produce a visual association between a cutting device size and a cutting device color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2004
    Assignee: Wahl Clipper Corporation
    Inventor: Luther Langley
  • Publication number: 20040187313
    Abstract: A folding knife light tool with an ergonometric handle in which an illuminating means whether an LED or light bulb or a laser light is incorporated into the handle housing in the spaces existing between the blade, the locking mechanism, and the handle. A knife handle is provided having a body contoured for the hand. The housing is made from one molded piece with a slit in the middle. The handle includes a pivot point for supporting a blade between the longitudinal sides or scales of the blades. A conventional locking or non-locking system is utilized for keeping the blade open once it is unfolded. When the blade is folded, a portion of the blade extends above the sides of the knife handle for digital engagement in the opening operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2004
    Publication date: September 30, 2004
    Inventors: Jason E. Zirk, Darren Kady
  • Publication number: 20040143970
    Abstract: A variable-speed coring tool kit for coring vegetables and fruits is provided which includes a decorative stand for charging and removably storing a decorative handle of a coring tool until needed for use. The tool handle and stand together form a decorative display. The tool handle is hollow and has an exterior surface constructed to resemble an oblong vegetable. The handle houses an implement locking mechanism, a three-speed D.C. motor and a rechargeable battery for powering the motor. The stand includes a compartment for receiving a battery charger and a retractable reel of electric cord. Cavities are formed in the stand for receiving the coring tool handle and various coring implements to be used with the coring tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2003
    Publication date: July 29, 2004
    Inventors: Zuhoor R. Sakhleh, Irene Sakhleh
  • Publication number: 20040139615
    Abstract: A hair trimming device with a trimmer having at least one oscillating blade and at least one fixed blade. The trimmer has an enclosure supporting the blades and containing an electric motor. A spirit level is rigidly secured to the trimmer such that a visual indication of a horizontal position is provided to a user during operation of the trimmer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2003
    Publication date: July 22, 2004
    Inventor: Charles Gianatasio
  • Publication number: 20040107806
    Abstract: A tool assembly having a pair of pivotally interconnected handles and a cooperating, interchangeable iris frame. The iris frame can be exchanged with an alternative iris frame for cutting wires, pipes, stripping wires, engaging faceted elements such as nuts and bolts, cutting threads, as well as swaging. The iris frame retains a plurality of blades operably moveable between a retracted position and an extended position by actuation of the handles. One of the handles and the iris frame can include gearing for effectively adjusting a force exerted by the blades.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2002
    Publication date: June 10, 2004
    Inventor: Thomas A. Gruber
  • Patent number: 6742263
    Abstract: A filament trimmer includes a rotatable trimmer head having an outwardly extending filament. The trimmer has a rear shield and a front wire guard. A cutoff blade is adjustably mounted on the rear shield to move between two different radially inward and outward positions. In the radially outward position, the cutoff blade cuts off the filament at a length in which the filament extends beyond the front guard prior to the filament becoming shortened due to breakage or wear. In the radially inward position, the cutoff blade cuts off the filament at a length in which the filament extends short of the front guard prior to the filament becoming shortened due to breakage or wear.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2004
    Inventors: Bart T. Ellson, Chadwick A. Shaffer, Thomas J. Beckey
  • Publication number: 20040088864
    Abstract: A rotary knife having a ring blade that defines a closed loop cutting surface for cutting material which the ring blade contacts during rotation. Materials cut using the blade such as meat cut from a carcass or trimmed from a piece of meat are suctioned away from the blade. The material is drawn into a blade housing which supports the ring blade. A housing body has a wall that defines a housing interior into which material separated by the cutting surface of the ring blade moves as it is cut. The blade housing body defines a bearing surface that is defined by a wall of the housing body that supports the ring blade and allows the ring blade to rotate with respect to the blade housing. Alternate coupling designed of the housing body allow the blade housing to be coupled to a suction tube for withdrawing meat from the interior of the blade housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2002
    Publication date: May 13, 2004
    Applicant: Bettcher Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey A. Whited
  • Patent number: 6725545
    Abstract: A multi-purpose self defense tool is provided which can be used for pinching an opponent, delivering a blow and/or as a kinetic opening folding knife by positioning a pointed hump located on the non-cutting edge of the blade against an object or the body of an opponent and dragging the tool in a rapid motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2004
    Assignee: Spyderco, Inc.
    Inventor: Bram M. Frank
  • Publication number: 20040049927
    Abstract: A circular saw for more precise movement during cutting with a laser alignment system for projecting a maker onto a workpiece to align with a target line to be cut. The laser alignment system comprises a housing, a laser generator, an internal battery which can be replaced without the aid of a tool, a switch which can be independently positioned within the housing and be turned on or off independently or a switch which can be positioned near the main switch of the circular saw and be actuated together with the main switch. The laser line projected by the laser alignment aligns with the plane of a saw blade of the circular saw. Thus, the saw blade can follow the target line by aligning the laser line with the target line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2002
    Publication date: March 18, 2004
    Applicant: Chervon International Trading Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Shuming Wu
  • Patent number: 6705014
    Abstract: A nail clipper, of which a fixed body is operated with a lever, is folded by a board spring, and unfolding angle between the fixing body and the lever is maintained in certain angle, so that the fingernail can be cut safely, at the same time, when the present invention is not used, a putting green is renewed by a cover board, which eliminates the angle, covering the said lever that maintains the angle by board spring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2004
    Inventor: Kyunghan Park
  • Publication number: 20040020056
    Abstract: A combined saw blade and measuring device, or ruler. The saw blade includes a measuring device, or ruler, manufactured as an integrated component of the blade. In this case the ruler is marked, or etched, on the saw blade such that the blade acts as a ruler and straight edge. The ruler is marked on the horizontal edge opposite the saw teeth and runs the length of the saw blade. In this manner there is no need for adjunct attachments to the blade that act as measuring device or the use of a separate measuring device, or ruler, for the purpose of measuring the length of material to be cut. This design eliminates the need for a separate measuring device and therefore simplifies the process of measuring and cutting lengths of material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2002
    Publication date: February 5, 2004
    Inventors: Joseph McFadden, Robert McFadden
  • Patent number: 6684507
    Abstract: By providing a dual cutting head module which is constructed for precisely cutting beards and mustaches in a wide variety of alternate widths using one cutting blade, while also trimming and cutting nose/ear hair using a second cutting blade, an easily employed, dependable, reliable, multi-purpose beard/mustache and nose/ear hair trimming system is achieved. In one embodiment, the dual cutting blade head member is constructed for removable mounted engagement with the support base, as well as being arcuately pivotable relative thereto, enabling either of the two desired cutting blades to be moved into the operating position whenever desired by the user. In an alternate embodiment, the dual cutting blade head member is mounted to the support base for pivotable movement only, enabling the desired multi-purpose use and operation to be provided, with reduced simplicity in manufacturing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2004
    Assignee: Remington Corporation, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Tung Yan Lau, John Wilcox
  • Publication number: 20040003505
    Abstract: A combination contractor's pencil sharpener and retainer includes a sharpener having a body member which is inserted through a retainer loop mounted on a plate. The plate is attached to a contractor's tool belt, tool case or the like. The sharpener is retained by a U-shaped spring member which engages against a retention flange associated with the sharpener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2002
    Publication date: January 8, 2004
    Applicant: Travel Caddy, Inc. d/b/a Travelon
    Inventor: Yan Wang
  • Publication number: 20040000054
    Abstract: A utensil for neurologically impaired or immature persons that has a part to be introduced to the mouth of the person, and a vibrating handle operatively connected to the part and adapted to vibrate continuously while it is being used. In the preferred embodiment, the part to be introduced to the mouth is a food-holding utensil such as a spoon, which is preferably coated with a resilient, durable coating, or else made of plastic or the like resilient material. In the use of the preferred embodiment of utensil, the utensil is put within the reach of the person to use it, and caused to vibrate continuously, so that when the person touches the handle and feels the vibration he is stimulated to grasp the handle and guide the spoon or fork to his mouth. Alternatively, the handle of the utensil can be placed within the grasp of the person, who can then grasp the handle securely and guide the spoon or fork to his mouth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2002
    Publication date: January 1, 2004
    Inventor: Susan Sommer
  • Publication number: 20030234205
    Abstract: A kitchen utensil kit including a multi-tool device having a single handle with one or more easily attachable accessories such as peelers, pizza cutters, cheese slicers, zesters, ice cream scoops, graters, juicers, jar openers, etc. The kit includes stationary or slidable attachable and/or stackable holders or trays for the compact, organized storage of the kitchen implements in drawers or on countertops. Indicia are provided for each receptacle to identify the implement which the receptacle is designed to hold. The preferred indicia is the shape of the receptacle, which matches the shape of the article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2003
    Publication date: December 25, 2003
    Inventors: Carter W. McGuyer, Rodney W. Robbins
  • Publication number: 20030213132
    Abstract: A clipper and herbicide or other chemical dispenser comprises a pair of pivotal handle members that are squeezed together to operate a shear mechanism and a chemical dispenser that dispenses chemical directly on the end of the cut stem after the stem has been cut. Preferably, a clamping mechanism clamps a plant stem in place below the shears while the shears cut the stem. The chemical dispenser includes a liquid pump actuated by the handles that pumps a discreet amount of chemical through an opening in a cutting blade at a time when the opening is aligned with the cut end of the plant stem. The dispenser has an outlet mounted on a dispenser arm that is moved away from the opening in the cutting blade by the upper plant stem as the stem is being cut. When the upper stem falls away, the dispenser arm pivots back to align the outlet with the opening in the cutting blade for chemical dispensation on the lower cut stem.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2003
    Publication date: November 20, 2003
    Inventor: David S. Frazer
  • Patent number: 6640450
    Abstract: A combined writing and window breaking device (10) includes a pen portion (12), a biasing spring (14), a slide portion (16) that comprises part of the pen portion (12), and a breaking member (18). The breaking member (18) is cooperatively coupled to the pen portion (12) such that a user is able to slide the breaking member (18) from a non-biased to a biased position. When the device (10) is disposed proximate to a window to be broken, the user releases the breaking member (18) whereupon, the biasing spring (14) forcibly moves the striking member (18) into the window to break same. After completing the breaking operation, the user places the device (10) into his or her pocket to function as a typical writing instrument when required.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2003
    Inventor: David A. Teague
  • Publication number: 20030182806
    Abstract: A hand tool which provides an alarm signal to a user as the tool approaches a live electrical wire is disclosed. The hand tool comprises a conductive tool head and a non-conductive handle. A non-contact voltage sensing circuit is provided in the handle of the tool. As the tool head approaches a live electrical wire, the non-contact voltage sensing circuit detects the voltage across the air gap between the tool head and the electrical wire, triggering an alarm circuit. The alarm circuit provides a visual or audio signal to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2002
    Publication date: October 2, 2003
    Inventors: Thomas M. Luebke, David L. Wiesemann, George R. Steber
  • Publication number: 20030150119
    Abstract: A combined writing and window breaking device 10 includes a pen portion 12, a biasing spring 14, a slide portion 16 that comprises part of the pen portion 12, and a breaking member 18. The breaking member 18 is cooperatively coupled to the pen portion 12 such that a user is able to slide the breaking member 18 from a non-biased to a biased position. When the device 10 is disposed proximate to a window to be broken, the user releases the breaking member 18 whereupon, the biasing spring 14 forcibly moves the striking member 18 into the window to break same. After completing the breaking operation, the user places the device 10 into his or her pocket to function as a typical writing instrument when required.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2002
    Publication date: August 14, 2003
    Inventor: David A. Teague
  • Patent number: 6604287
    Abstract: A hair clipper has a housing and a pair of blades secured outside of the housing. One of the blades is stationary, and the other reciprocates. A hair trimmer or other attachment is tethered to the hair clipper so that it can be selectively placed over the hair clipper blades in use, but is not lost when removed from the blades. The attachment is stored in a recess in the housing when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Assignee: Wahl Clipper Corporation
    Inventors: Scott Melton, James McCambridge
  • Publication number: 20030131477
    Abstract: A clippings catcher for connection to a powered hedge trimmer to catch trimmings severed from a plant, such as a hedge or bush, by the hedge trimmer. An elongated tubular housing parallel to and extending the length of the hedge trimmer blade assembly defines an air passage to deliver the trimmer cuttings to a powered vacuum collection container. The catcher assembly is easily connected between commercially available powered hedge trimmers and vacuum apparatuses. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract, which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2002
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Inventors: Charles Laren, Brian Vangel
  • Patent number: 6578459
    Abstract: A method for use with a power saw having a frame with a first blade rotatably mounted thereon, the first blade having a cutting edge with a maximum first thickness. A light source is mounted on the frame. An opaque barrier has a first slot with a first width. The opaque barrier is positioned in alignment with the light source such that light from the light source passes through the first slot and shines on the first blade so as to produce a shadow of the first blade. The method includes exchanging the first blade with a second blade, the second blade having a maximum second thickness. The opaque barrier is adjusted such that the first slot is replaced with a second slot having a second width, the second width of the second slot being greater than or smaller than the first width of the first slot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Inventor: Lance Waite
  • Patent number: 6564685
    Abstract: A cutting board and leveraged knife apparatus is provided which facilitates cutting of a variety of objects, from large items such as turnips to the rapid, repetitive chopping of smaller items such as carrots or celery. The apparatus includes a cutting board having a vertically oriented support member extending therefrom, the support member having a plurality of fulcrums positioned at convenient, discrete vertical intervals proceeding upwardly from the cutting board. The apparatus includes a knife, preferably one of the variety known as a “chef's knife”, having in its blade thereof, in the upper edge proximate its tip, means for removably engaging a convenient one of the fulcrums. When an item to be cut is placed on the cutting board adjacent the support member, and the knife engages with a convenient fulcrum, cutting of the item is enhanced and facilitated through the lever action of the knife and fulcrum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Inventor: Rex L. Beaton
  • Publication number: 20030088985
    Abstract: A note magnet includes a base and a cover wherein a magnet is connected to an underside of the base. An operation member is rotatably mounted to a post in the base and an end of the operation member is accessed via a first opening of the base. A blade is connected to the operation member and movably extends through a second opening of the base when the end of the operation member is pushed. The not magnet is optionally adhered to a note holder which has a magnet on its bottom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2001
    Publication date: May 15, 2003
    Inventor: Te-Ming Huang
  • Publication number: 20030074795
    Abstract: The present invention is a heated cutting tool for cutting materials with a relatively low melting temperature such as waxes, bars of soap, and foam materials. The present invention comprises of a thin metallic blade that is rigidly attached to a handle. The thin metallic blade contains a heating element within it. A mean of applying and controlling the electric current to the heating element is contained within the handle. The electricity may be supplied by conventional 110V alternating current source or from a suitable direct current source. When electricity is applied to the heating element within the thin metallic blade, the entire blade will heat up to a temperature sufficient to melt the material being cut, such as wax, a bar of soap, or foam material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2001
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Inventors: Tammy Lorraines Marshall, Amanollah Ghahraman, I-To Tai
  • Patent number: 6546630
    Abstract: A hand-held measuring and cutting device for pliable tubing, man-made or natural cordage, roping, etcetera. The device comprises a plurality of demountably conjointed and diametrically opposing rigid substrates that house or provide surfaces for insertion therein or attachment thereto, a plurality of elements including a conventional type linear measuring counter for measuring pliable material prior to being cut. A blade and blade plunger, handle, compressor member, and feed hole being so disposed, attached or inserted therein or thereto, provide for single-hand operation of the measuring and cutting operation of the device. The device safely shrouds the cutting blade, and provides for quick and easy disassembly of the unit to change the blade or to access other internal mechanisms. Easy access to the complete interior including the waste ejection port, blade recess and all moving parts makes maintenance simple.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2003
    Inventor: Francis J. Davison
  • Publication number: 20030051347
    Abstract: A hair clipper has a housing and a pair of blades secured outside of the housing. One of the blades is stationary, and the other reciprocates. A hair trimmer or other attachment is tethered to the hair clipper so that it can be selectively placed over the hair clipper blades in use, but is not lost when removed from the blades. The attachment is stored in a recess in the housing when not in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2001
    Publication date: March 20, 2003
    Applicant: WAHL CLIPPER CORP.
    Inventors: Scott Melton, James McCambridge
  • Patent number: 6532668
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for injecting treatment fluids into the vascular systems of plants through the cut surfaces of plants instantaneously as the plants are being cut, which includes a supply unit for the treatment fluid which is connected to a fluid flow regulator which is turn is connected to a distributor through which the treatment fluid flows onto the cutting elements of a cutting implement thereby keeping the cutting elements continuously coated with a pool of the treatment fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 1990
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Inventors: Walter L. Bloom, Harry L. Vaughan
  • Patent number: 6527545
    Abstract: This invention provides cutter/lighter combination devices wherein the cutter is equipped with a blade attached to a holder that moves on a track. The end of the blade holder distal from the blade edge protrudes from a notch in the side of the case. When the protruding portion of the blade carrier is pushed forward in the direction of the case, the blade moves forward across the aperture to cut any object which has been inserted into the aperture. The blade edge may be any shape, so long as the cutting edge is not present in the aperture in the absence of pressure on the blade carrier to force the blade edge to move the blade across the aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2003
    Inventor: David W. Cook
  • Patent number: 6502311
    Abstract: An adjustable safety utility knife includes a elongated ergonomically shaped handle formed of two elongate shell members each having a peripheral edge and an outer, generally convex surface and an inner generally concave surface. A fastener secures the shell members together at their peripheral edges along a parting plane to form an elongated internal cavity. The handle defines a front end, back end and an intermediate portion suitable for being gripped by a user and also defines top and bottom surfaces extending along opposite sides of the shell members along the peripheral edges. The handle has a slot-like aperture at the front end substantially aligned with the parting plane and dimensioned for passage of a flat cutting blade therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2003
    Assignee: The Olympia Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Zareh Khachatoorian, Jian Ping Qiu
  • Publication number: 20020178585
    Abstract: The object of this invention is to provide a nail clipper with supplementary functions. In the nail clipper, a folding plate (34) is rotatably mounted to the rear joint of the clipper's body such that it is rotatable between its folded position and its exposed position. A housing (30) is provided at the free end of the folding plate (34), with a flexible extension (39) extending from the housing (30) and designed to be changeable in its length and bent to be curved as desired. A light emitting device (31), used for illuminating a target place while clipping the nails, is set at the tip of the extension (39). The nail clipper also has a melody chip (42) for producing a melody, in addition to having a battery (40). In another embodiment, the light emitting device (31), melody chip (42) and battery (40) are held on a casing (50) covering the rear portion of the clipper's body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2002
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventors: Moonchill Yang, Moonsuk Yang
  • Publication number: 20020170185
    Abstract: An electric jigsaw (1) includes a main housing (2) containing a gear housing (10), a reciprocating rod (11) vertically projecting from within the gear housing, a saw blade (13) coupled to the rod via a coupling ring (12), and a transparent synthetic resin guard (14) provided at the lower front end of the main housing and the gear housing (10). The transparent guard includes a vertical optical path therethrough and is attached to the gear housing in such a manner as to be horizontally rotatable between a protective position for covering the coupling ring and an open position for exposing the coupling ring. Additionally included in the jigsaw is an insulating cover (15) assembled to the gear housing (10) within the main housing (2) and a downward oriented light-emitting diode (19) disposed at the bottom end of the insulating cover (15) directly above the transparent guard (14) when the guard is in its protective position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2002
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Applicant: MAKITA CORPORATION
    Inventors: Masaki Kondo, Ichio Sakabe, Shinji Hirabayashi
  • Publication number: 20020144405
    Abstract: A metal cutting circular saw is provided with an upper blade guard which includes a first sight window disposed in a first side surface and disposed in a plane angularly offset from a plane of the blade. The upper blade guard also includes a second sight window disposed in the second side surface of the upper blade guard. A light window is disposed in a front portion of the perimeter outer surface of the upper blade guard. The upper blade guard is made from metal and the first and second sight windows and the light window are integrally formed as a one-piece member. The saw shoe and lower blade guard are configured to minimize chip spray from contacting a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2001
    Publication date: October 10, 2002
    Inventors: Keith Moore, Weston J. Van Wambeke, Joel D. Sayles
  • Patent number: 6446341
    Abstract: A tool holder and tools combination includes a base with a head formed on an end thereof. A fixing seat is pivotally mounted to the head and a blade is forcibly inserted into an engaging groove of the fixing seat. A catch is provided to engage with ratchet teeth of the fixing seat to thereby prevent inadvertent folding of the blade. The catch can be retained in a position allowing free pivotal movement of the blade relative to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Inventors: Mei-Chen Wang, Chiu-Man Chang-Kao
  • Patent number: 6446342
    Abstract: A multi-function cutter includes an elongated casing, which has a rear end with an air inlet, and an intermediate portion with an air chamber and an air outlet. Air can be blown into the inlet so as to flow into and exit from the outlet via the chamber, thereby permitting generation of a whistling sound output. An indication lamp is disposed fixedly within a lamp opening in the front end of the casing. A lamp-switching member is movable within a first slide slot in the casing between an ON-position, where the lamp is turned on, and an OFF-position, where the lamp is turned off. A pusher is movable within a second slide slot in the casing so as to move a blade within the casing between an extended position and a retracted position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Inventor: Gin-Sung Chang
  • Patent number: 6434829
    Abstract: A knife includes a handle, a blade, and a light-emitting member disposed in the interior of the handle such that the light-emitting member emits light at the time when the blade is folded out of the handle, and such that the light-emitting member stops emitting light at the time when the blade is folded into the handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Inventor: Shou Mao Chen
  • Publication number: 20020092170
    Abstract: A balanced Long Handle Toenail Clipper for allowing a person to cut their toenail without the need to bend over or stand. The device includes a cylindrical tubular housing which encloses a plunger rod, an finger grips are attached to the tubular housing. A sided nail clipper having a cutting portion and an actuating lever. A stabilizing arm coupled to the tubular housing adds balance to the device and provides an individual with a clear view of the toenail clipper. A magnifying glass coupled to the tubular housing. A plunger rod is coupled to the actuating lever of the nail clipper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2001
    Publication date: July 18, 2002
    Inventor: Rene Anctil
  • Patent number: 6397717
    Abstract: A kerf indicator for use with a power saw provides a source of light directed towards a blade of the saw. The light passes through a plurality of slots in an opaque barrier member. The barrier member planarizes the light such that a shadow of the saw blade is cast on a workpiece accurately indicating the location and width of a kerf, or cutting path, to be produced by the saw blade on the workpiece.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2002
    Inventor: Lance H. Waite
  • Patent number: 6381852
    Abstract: A pastry cutter set with combined storage case and support. The cutters include a closed peripheral wall suitable for stamping corresponding shapes from rolled pastry dough. Two sizes are provided for each shape, with these sizes permitting nesting of the smaller within the larger. A case provide a convenient place for storing stacked sets of the nested cutters. The case additionally includes mounting studs extending therefrom. The cutters include appropriate apertures for receiving the mounting studs to thus mount one or more cutters upon the case for easier manipulation and multiple stamping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2002
    Assignee: Dart Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Nele Wallays, Victor J. J. Cautereels
  • Patent number: 6367154
    Abstract: The present invention is a utility knife adapted for measuring by incorporating a pair of hooks into the blade end of the handle of a common utility knife, which hooks are designed to removably secure the tab of a spring-biased measuring tape such that the tape may extend roughly laterally from the knife but also roughly parallel to the surface being cut. The angles of the hook relative to the knife end are designed to correct for measuring inaccuracies created by the distance that the knife blade must be held away from the surface to be cut; the invention allows the printed measuring surface of the tape measure to remain roughly parallel to the surface being cut, allowing for great ease in reading the measurements during cutting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Inventor: Arie Degabli
  • Publication number: 20020032965
    Abstract: The invention is directed to a guide tube assembly for a portable handheld work apparatus with a drive motor (3) mounted at one end (2) of the guide tube (1). The drive motor (3) is connected to a work tool (6) mounted at one end (5) of the guide tube (1) via a drive shaft (4) mounted in the guide tube (1). A reinforcing sleeve (8) is axially inserted into the work tool end (5) of the guide tube (1) in order to better introduce engine loads at a flange (7) of the work tool (6) into the guide tube (1). The reinforcing sleeve (8) projects axially along a part length (L′) of the guide tube (1) from the flange (7) into the guide tube (1).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2001
    Publication date: March 21, 2002
    Inventors: Klaus Langhans, Johann Trumpf
  • Patent number: 6357119
    Abstract: A tubing/pipe cleaning attachment is provided which can be attached to a conventional tubing cutter. The cleaning attachment can be pivotally affixed to the tubing cutter and cleans round pipe or tubing while such tubing or pipe is being cut by the cutter, and thus, within a single operation. The cleaning attachment preferably comprises a substantially V-shaped body member to which an abrasive pad member is attached. The cleaner attachment cleans the pipe when attached to the tubing cutter when it is rotated about the tubing by the abrasive pad member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2002
    Assignee: Ace Mechanical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: John T. Acerra