Abstract: A shelf supporting apparatus and a cooking appliance including a shelf supporting apparatus are provided. The shelf supporting apparatus may include a pair of fixing frames provided to face each other on opposite sides of a chamber which is opened and closed by a door; a pair of supports provided to have a length which is changeable in a frontward-rearward direction, the pair of supports being, respectively, coupled to the pair of fixing frames and having a shelf mounted thereon; coupling members provided on the pair of fixing frames and coupling the pair of supports to the pair of fixing frames to be position-changeable in the frontward-rearward direction; and a pair of connecting members that, respectively, connects the pair of supports and the door, and changing positions of the pair of supports in the frontward-rearward direction in conjunction with a rotation of the door.

Abstract: The invention provides a container having a base and a lid, which together defines an internal compartment when the lid is in a closed position, and a tray located within the internal compartment. The tray is slidingly attached to the container by for example, a pair of slides, such that the tray is free to slide in at least one substantially lateral direction in relation to the container when the lid is in an open position. The lid may be a one-piece lid which is attached to the base by a hinge at one side of the base. The tray may be slidingly attached to the base and the tray is free to slide over the hinge side of the base when the lid is in an open position.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling at least one movable stowage compartment is provided. The method includes sensing an input indicative of a desired movement of the stowage compartment and determining a position of the compartment. The method also includes initiating a control signal and moving the compartment into either a closed position or an opened position using the control signal. In another embodiment, a method for controlling at least one movable stowage compartment on a mobile platform is provided. The method includes determining a status of the compartment, and transmitting a signal indicating the status of the compartment to at least one indicator display for displaying the status to an individual.

Abstract: A packaging and applicator device for a formulation used, for example, for make-up and/or care of keratinic fibers. The device includes a reservoir in which the formulation is placed, and an applicator capable of being loaded with a quantity of the formulation. The reservoir includes a heating device capable of heating at least a portion of the applicator and the quantity of product with which it is loaded when the device is not in a closed position of the reservoir. Heating is preferably permitted when the applicator is in an intermediate position, held at the level of an opening in the reservoir, with the circumference of this opening having at least one heated wall. The heated wall preferably incorporates a stripper element mounted in the reservoir opening.

Abstract: A baggage compartment includes a support structure, a bin, and a guide. The bin defines an at least partially closed volume configured to store baggage. The guide connects the support structure and the bin. The guide is configured to move the bin along a first portion of a path linearly and a second portion of the path rotationally.

Abstract: The invention provides a high cost saving method of achieving restricted bin motion. A linkage that supports an overhead stowage bin (22) in an aircraft (12) and is operable for moving the stowage bin (22) between open and closed positions. The linkage includes an upper link (26), a lower link (28') and a gas spring (36). The gas spring (36) is pivotally connected at an upper first end to the upper link (26) and at a lower second end to the lower link (28'). Modifying apparatus comprises an additional link (56) that is connectable at a first end to the upper link (26) and at a second end to the first end of the gas spring (36). A new or extended existing lower link (28) may be used. This apparatus changes the location of the pivotal connection (40) of the upper end of the gas spring (36) to the upper link (26), so as to change the open position of the overhead stowage bin (22) in a way that lessens projection of the stowage bin (22) into aisle space (18) when the stowage bin (22) is in its open position.

Abstract: An overhead luggage compartment system for a passenger aircraft is equipped with luggage compartments formed as shells that can be adjusted in their tilted position and in their elevated position for easy access. In the closed position the shells are fully recessed into the ceiling structure of the aircraft cabin. Such a structure does not require any separate covers or lids for the luggage compartments. Additionally, a power drive lifts, lowers, and tilts the compartment shells. In the lowered position the shells are fully accessible even for short people. In the upper, recessed position the shells are closed and locked.

Abstract: A dishwasher lower basket assembly including a dish holding basket and a lift mechanism for elevating the basket above the dishwasher door to a position adjacent the upper dish holding basket of the dishwasher.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for suspended storage.According to the invention, a storage unit in the opening of a supporting structure comprises an articulated panel in two parts and, the second being linked and articulated on the supporting structure by a suspension system of the quadrilateral four-bar linkage type, of which the first part forms a limb. Storage means are provided on the two parts respectively.The application of the invention is, in particular, for the overhead fitting out of all domestic premises, for the purpose of storage.

Abstract: A fold-out door is hinged at its bottom to the bottom of a cabinet frame. Parallel first spaced apart side support members are integral with the inner surface of the door and are connected by multiple parallel dowels mounted at right angles to the side supports. Parallel second spaced apart side supports are hinged to the first side supports and are connected by multiple additional dowels. Removable compartments rest on a dowel connecting the first side support members and another adjacent dowel connecting the second side support members. The compartments remain in a level upright position whether the door is latched to the cabinet or in a folded out position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a unique mobile outdoor display cabinet which can be utilized, for example, to store and display automotive replacement parts at service stations. The display cabinet includes an open ended container adapted to contain a supply of the goods to be displayed, and a cover pivotally attached to the container for closing the open end of the container. The cover is counterweighted to stabilize and maintain the cover in either a closed position or an open position. The container includes a stop surface for limiting the pivotal movement of the cover in one direction to define the open position. In accordance with the present invention, the cover is provided with a panel section which, when the cover is in the open position, is spaced above and extends over the open end of the container to shelter the open end and protect the interior of the container.

Abstract: A self-storing meal rack for a microwave oven having an indexing mechanism for holding the rack in a lower or cooking or an upper storage position. The rack is rotated about a pivot between the cooking and storage position. Clearance is provided in the upper storage position so that the rack does not interfere with the polarization of excitation of the oven even though it is stored adjacent the upper wall of the oven cavity. In the lower or cooking position, the rack is spaced from the lower wall of the oven cavity a distance sufficient to permit food to be placed on the bottom wall of the oven cavity.

Abstract: A portable workbench featuring a stand structure supported by a plurality of wheels, and having a work surface with perforations therein for permitting liquid to drain therethrough, a self-draining catch basin disposed under the work surface to collect the draining liquid, and a removable reservoir connected to the catch basin to store the liquid for subsequent disposal. In one embodiment, the perforated work surface and catch basin form a detachable section for use in conjunction with existing stationary workbenches. The perforated work surface is coupled to the frame structure by a hinge which permits the work surface to swing away from the catch basin for easy access thereto. The position of this hinge and the supporting structure is such that the weight of the work surface and any objects that may be placed thereon is entirely supported by the stand structure and not by the hinge.

Abstract: The mechanism allows the bin to be manually moved from a stowed position to a loading position, and requires support arms which are mounted with self-aligning bearings for proper operation. The bearing has three parts: an interior bin mounted needle bearing axle unit; an exterior bin mounted nut; and an axle retainer unit in the arm. Installation and repair are accomplished from the interior of the bin by the turning of the bearing axle bolt which is threaded unto the arm, and upon disconnection from the arm is automatically gripped by a retainer washer for retention inside of the needle housing while the bin is in its loading position and momentarily arrested by a pin connecting both arms. Self-aligning and linear control is accomplished by the substantially wide needle bearing housing providing full support to the solidly mounted axle bolt.

Abstract: The invention is an overhead stowage bin mechanism particularly adapted for use in passenger airplanes. In the preferred embodiment, each end of the bin is supported by a pair of pivoted arms of unequal length so proportioned that the bin moves from its stowed position downward and slightly forward, at the same time tilting slightly for ease of access. The arms interengage in the down position to increase rigidity. A spring cartridge is connected to each of the upper arms to counterbalance the weight of the bin, and also is arranged to hold the bin in the down position. The upper arms are interconnected by a torque tube, and a snubbing device is also included in the mechanism.

Abstract: An article of furniture for campers having a stationary first storage cabinet movable from a first rest position forwardly of the first stationary cabinet to a second rest position on top of the stationary or first storage cabinet. A linkage system connects the two cabinets and has two symmetrical rigid levers pivotally mounted on opposite end sides of the stationary storage cabinet. Each lever has a longer arm and a second shorter arm therewith offset a given angle less than 90.degree. from the longer arm thereof. The levers are pivotally mounted on respective opposite end sides of the movable storage cabinet at a position of junctions of the two arms of each lever. The pivotal connection is made in a plane in which the center of gravity of the movable storage cabinet is disposed. A lift bar for lifting the movable cabinet is secured to the lever arms so that the movable cabinet can be readily moved from one rest position to the other.

Abstract: A tackle box is disclosed which includes a plurality of storage drawers guidingly supported for selective horizontal extension by removable support means. The removable support means are assembled individually within the tackle box and retained therein by a unique support and retainer system. The individual drawers are retained within the individual support means by means of a unique retaining clip.

Abstract: A fishing tackle box includes a lower box section and an upper box section. The lower box section has a lower wall which is depressed centrally and has an opening therein through which water may drain. The tackle box is provided with shelves having perforated lower walls thereby permitting the entire interior of the tackle box, when opened, to be readily cleaned with a spray of water to remove corrosive salt water therefrom.

Abstract: A flat opening box consisting of a central base tray to the sides of which cover shells are hingedly connected to open out onto a flat surface; pivot link members are connected to movable trays in the cover shells which are also hingedly connected to the cover shells so that the box can be opened to a fully flat condition to prevent tilting and spillage of its contents when open.

Abstract: A tackle box is disclosed which includes a plurality of storage drawers guidingly supporting for selective, horizontal, and vertical movement by support means which are cantilevered to expose the drawer assembly when the tackle box is open. In addition, the tackle box is provided with a drop front panel which allows access to the storage drawers when the tackle box is in its essentially closed position and more convenient access to the bottom of the tackle box when the box is open.