Abstract: An adjustable mounting bracket comprising a body portion adapted to be one or both of connected to or disposed on a support structure and an interchangeable and/or replaceable attachment, adapted to be one or both of connected to or disposed on the body portion.

Abstract: A pet toy. The pet toy may comprise: a base, roller assembly, return coil, and flexible sheet. The base may comprise a first arm portion and a second arm portion disposed in parallel relation. The first arm portion may comprise a first receiving cavity, and the second arm portion may comprise a second receiving cavity. The first receiving cavity may engage with a first end of the roller assembly, and the second receiving cavity may engage with a second end of the roller assembly to hold and rotatably secure the roller assembly. The roller assembly may comprise a flap hingedly coupled to the roller assembly. The flap may be adapted to grasp a portion of the flexible sheet. The return coil may be coupled to the base and the roller assembly and may bias and rotate the roller assembly back towards its original position when the roller assembly is rotated.

Abstract: A mechanical IOP (intra ocular pressure) monitor includes a cylinder fitted with an ocular plate attached to the cylinder interior. The cylinder interior comprises a mechanism for transducing pressure, detecting intraocular pressure and a signaling component for indicating when a set intraocular pressure is exceeded.

Abstract: A writing instrument sterilizer and a method for using a writing instrument sterilizer are disclosed. The sterilizer comprises an illumination source, a collection frame, a discharge frame and a transport mechanism to transport the writing instrument between the collection frame and the discharge frame.

Abstract: A writing instrument sterilizer system is disclosed. The system comprises a writing instrument, wherein the surface of the writing instrument forms at least one alignment indentation. The system further comprises a sterilizer comprising an illumination source, a collection frame, a discharge frame and a transport mechanism to transport the writing instrument between the collection frame and the discharge frame. At least a portion of the sterilizer comprises at least one alignment protrusion configured to cooperate with the at least one alignment indentation formed by the surface of the writing instrument.

Abstract: Disclosed is an image forming apparatus provided with an operation panel receiving instructions from a user by touch operations, a stylus pen used to perform the touch operations, and a pen holder holding the stylus pen, the pen holder including an opening for insertion of the stylus pen from outside of the pen holder, and a storage section storing the stylus pen. The storage section includes a first hollow portion with a first bottom and a second hollow portion with a second bottom lower than the first bottom. The stylus pen is stored in the storage section by being inserted through the opening, proceeding along the first bottom to enter the second hollow portion, and slanting, upon a center of gravity of the stylus pen passing a boundary between the first bottom and the second bottom, so that a tip of the stylus pen points downwards.

Abstract: Disclosed is a display structure in which an insertion opening, slide grooves, a first fitting portion and a ridged portion along which the display plate bends when the display plate is bent arranged in the loading sections of a support body in a suitable manner to ensure that when the display plate is inserted into or removed from the loading unit, a force is exerted on both sides of the display plate in either the direction from the display surface side to the rear surface side thereof or the direction from the rear surface side to the display surface side thereof, and a force is exerted in another direction at the center region of the display plate. As a result of configuring in this manner, the display plate deforms so that the entire display surface side comes to have a convex or concave shape, thereby allowing the display plate to be attached to or detached from the support body without forcible localized deformation of the display plate.

Abstract: An advertising apparatus including a body portion adapted to be one or both of connected to or disposed on a support structure accessible for advertising purposes and, an interchangeable and/or replaceable advertising device, the advertising device being adapted to be one or both of connected to or disposed on the body portion.

Abstract: A display device having a plurality of rotatable sleeve elements, with each sleeve element having a plurality of indicia on its outer surfaces and a through opening. The through opening has a uniform cross-sectional shape that is generally circular, with at least one notch extending beyond the perimeter of the circle. The opposing surface of each sleeve element has at least one protrusion (or indentation) that corresponds in shape and size to at least one corresponding indentation (or protrusion) on the mating surface. When a plurality of sleeve elements are slidably and axially placed over the body abutting each other, the unique shape of the through opening of and the protrusion-indentation combination on each sleeve element allow the frictional rotation of the sleeve element with ease, but locks it at a predetermined position to provide a message from the combined indicia on the sleeve elements.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pen or other writing instrument removably displaying a photograph or other image. The pen includes a body element and a transparent display barrel removably disposable over the body element. The display barrel has an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the body element, defining a chamber for displaying the photo. The display barrel is removably secured around the body element with a securing means.

Abstract: A display device having a plurality of rotatable sleeve elements, with each sleeve element having a plurality of indicia on its outer surfaces and a through opening. The through opening has a uniform cross-sectional shape that is generally circular, with at least one notch extending beyond the perimeter of the circle. The opposing surface of each sleeve element has at least one protrusion (or indentation) that corresponds in shape and size to at least one corresponding indentation (or protrusion) on the mating surface. When a plurality of sleeve elements are slidably and axially placed over the body abutting each other, the unique shape of the through opening of and the protrusion-indentation combination on each sleeve element allow the frictional rotation of the sleeve element with ease, but locks it at a predetermined position to provide a message from the combined indicia on the sleeve elements.

Abstract: A light up pen with advertisements, which is constructed by a hollow upper pen tube connected with a lower pen tube with refill accommodated thereinside. A first tube of the upper pen tube has a light emitting device mounted therein and the light emitting device includes a light emitting unit, a power unit and a control unit. The second tube has a partition mounted therein for defining plural accommodating spaces. The light emitting unit is extended into the accommodation space corresponding thereto, and through the power unit supplying power to the light emitting unit and the control unit controlling the illumination of the light emitting unit, the characters or patterns on the slides can be revealed for achieving a great commercial effect.

Abstract: In a process of molding and assembling a three-dimensional ornament, a mold having a recess in which is formed an opening is provided. A molding pattern is located inside the opening. A first material fills in the molding pattern to form a plurality of protruded decoration patterns. Then, a second material is charged in the opening and the recess of the mold over the first material to respectively form a projection and a contact wall which together form an embossment. The embossment then is removed from the mold. The embossment then is mounted inside a hollow pen tube in a manner that the projection fits in a sidewall opening of the pen tube and the protruded decoration patterns protrude from the sidewall opening. A sleeve is inserted in the hollow pen tube to urge the contact wall of the embossment against the wall of the hollow pen tube.

Abstract: A lighted article has a base with a receptacle and a display panel having indicia inscribed thereon and at least one orifice. The display panel is inserted into the receptacle and a lighting element having a light source protruding up from the receptacle is inserted into the orifice for illuminating the indicia on the display panel. The lighted article brightly illuminates the indicia without illuminating other parts of the display panel.

Abstract: A pen having a 3-dimensional pattern has at least one flexible strip. The flexible strip is sandwiched between a pattern ring and a liner ring with the 3-dimensional pattern partially protruding out of the pattern ring from a corresponding through hole. The liner ring abuts a bottom end of a connecting ring. The connecting ring is formed with an annular flange on its outer surface. The pattern ring abuts the annular flange to enclose the liner ring. A top end of the connecting ring is clamped onto a barrel of the pen, and a bottom end of the liner ring is threadingly connected to a tip of the pen.

Abstract: A press-action ballpoint pen includes a hollow shank which has an elongated viewing window. A printed sleeve is rotationally mounted within the hollow shank for rotation past the viewing window upon actuation of a press-action mechanism which operates the ink cartridge.

Abstract: An instrument having ergonomic gripping for the comfort and firm gripping by a user. The instrument comprises an elongated body having a uniform rear portion that diverges into two or more arms, which are then merged at the front writing end to form a bulbous front portion for a user to grip. In one embodiment, the two arms diverge from the rear portion defining an opening therebetween wherein a user's thumb is placed against one side of the opening and the middle finger against the opposite side of the opening, with the index finger resting along the curved bulbous front portion for a firm, ergonomic grip. In another embodiment, the instrument comprises a generally teardrop shaped annular body defining an opening therebetween having a concave surface and an opposite convex surface wherein a user's thumb is placed against the opening on the concave surface and the middle finger against the opening on the convex surface, with the index finger resting along the curved teardrop periphery.

Abstract: An advertise effect photo pen includes a front tube, a connecting seat and a rear tube. The rear end of the front tube is installed with an outer thread, in assembling, the outer thread is screwed into an inner thread of the connecting tube. The rear end of the connecting seat is installed with an outer thread, in assembling, the rear end of the connecting seat is screwed into an inner thread of the rear tube. Therefore, the rear tube is connected to the front tube by the connecting seat. The front tube is a hollow transparent material and a refill is connected at a front end. The surface of the connecting seat is a hollow transparent material. After processed by web printing, the surface is formed with a transparent surface and a shielding surface; and the shielding surface or the transparent surface has advertise patterns. The light emitting unit is a single color or a multiple color element.

Abstract: A ring assembly for a pen has a bottom ring, a top ring, and a slender bridge connecting the bottom ring and the top ring. In assembly, a barrel of the pen extends through the bottom ring and the top ring, so that a sticker adhered around the barrel is securely attached to the barrel by clamping of the top ring and the bottom ring. Furthermore, a gap formed by two conjunct sides of the sticker is concealed by the bridge. By such arrangement, the ring assembly is able to be decorative and to avoid peeling of the sticker from the barrel after long-term use.

Abstract: A pen stem structure with a decoration, including a pen stem and a transparent rod body connected with one end of the pen stem. The rod body defines a close space in which a water soluble solvent and an oily color solvent are contained. The solvents are insoluble in each other. When shaking the pen during writing, the oily color solvent is isolated from the water soluble solvent and buoys in the water soluble solvent to form various patterns so as to achieve a visually entertaining effect.

Abstract: A sleeve label is fabricated from a sheet of polyethylene which is folded upon itself along two longitudinal fold lines with the overlying layers then being joined together along a seal line. The seal line is located so that the outer layer of the folded sheet forms an outer flap, which may be adhered to the body of the sleeve by a releasable adhesive strip. The outer flap can be printed to comprise a redeemable coupon, or it may be printed with detailed product information, or it may be configured to serve as a handle for the product. The label may also include a tubular header of small diameter, which can also serve as a coupon, or be printed with detailed product information, or configured to serve as a handle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for strengthening a writing instrument (11) such as a crayon with a self-adhesive wrap (14) having a writing zone (20) printed thereon is disclosed. The wrap (14) is applied to the writing instrument (11) to strengthen the writing instrument against breakage and to display the writing zone (20) to permit a child to personalize and identify his or her writing instruments.

Abstract: An anti-theft attachment for a writing implement, such as a pencil or pen. The preferred anti-theft attachment comprises an adhesively attached, premanufactured front and back surface disposed on the tip or side of the writing implement. Alternative embodiments comprise flexible and rigid loops. Indicia may be provided to all embodiments.

Abstract: By providing any desired stationery product with a movable plate or arm member which cooperates with the surface or body of the stationery product, a unique indicia retaining and displaying system is realized. Preferably, the plate or arm member is movably mounted to the stationery product for ease of insertion of an indicia bearing member and secure retention thereof when the plate or arm member is returned to its original position. In addition, the plate or arm member preferably comprises a transparent zone, in order to enable the indicia bearing member to be easily viewed.

Abstract: An article, of daily use such as a bottle opener, lighter, ball point pen, or the like, is configured as an advertisement carrier, wherein the article includes a housing portion on which an operational element of the article is mounted. The housing portion of the advertisement carrier is provided with an electrically operated device, such as a chip, which stores sound and/or speech, with a component for reproducing sound and/or speech, and with a release or tripping component for switching on the storage and/or reproducing devices.

Abstract: A pen having a 3-dimensional pattern thereon is disclosed. There is a aperture defined in a sidewall of the barrel or pen cap of the pen. A flexible strip having a 3-dimensional pattern thereon is suitably deformed and placed inside the barrel or pen cap whereby the 3-dimensional pattern of the flexible strip protrudes through the aperture. A liner ring is further plugged into the barrel or the pen cap so that the flexible strip is securely clamped between the barrel or pen cap and the liner ring. Consequently, the 3-dimensional pattern is securely fixed on the pen.

Abstract: A structurally reinforced crayon that has a core of crayon material and a surrounding sheath of flexible and cuttable material that structurally reinforces the crayon material to prevent premature breakage.

Abstract: A data tag(1) for a writing implement (8) fitted with a clip (7). The clip has a longitudinal recess in its underside facing the writing implement (8). The tag is a strip of material (1) with a tab (2). The tab is insertable into the clearance between the writing implement (8) and the clip (7). The tab (2) is fitted at its top side facing the clip (7) with a folded and raised lip (5) which, in the insertion mode of the tab (2), snaps into the recess (11) and rests against the clip (7) in a direction opposite that of insertion. A resting edge (3, 4) is present on each side of the tab (2) and can be made to abut both the affixing end (10) of the clip (7) and the clip bead resting against the writing implement (8) for the purpose of limiting depth of insertion of the tab (2).

Abstract: A golf club aligning aid is provided which allows a golfer to quickly improve his or her golf swing. The aligning aid can be a small strip of flexible material which can be disposed with a planar "flag" portion which is disposed perpendicular to the shaft of the club. This planar portion can be rotated about the shaft for proper alignment with respect to the leading edge of the face of the golf club head. Preferably, the aligning aid is attached on or near the handle of the club by being snugly wrapped around the shaft and attached to itself, such as by a hook and loop fastener. In one embodiment, the aligning aid also has a graphical design disposed on one end of the planar portion. The graphical design has a first axis which, when the aid is attached to the clubs is perpendicular to the shaft of the golf club and a second axis designed to be disposed parallel to the shaft of the club. The ratio of the length of the second axis to the length of the first axis is between about 0.25 and about 0.75.

Abstract: A high quality writing instrument (100) has a special tip member (108) in one embodiment adapted to protect the distal end of the outer shell (102) from damage while allowing the shell to extend essentially all the way to the writing tip end of the instrument. An intermediate bushing 116 removably locks the tip member and threadingly is received in the retraction/protraction mechanism (14). In a second embodiment (130) the outer shell (132) is formed with a thicker wall portion adjacent the writing tip end so that a thread (136) can be formed in the bore. A bushing (140) has an end which is threaded into the bore of the shell with the distal ends of the shell (130) and the bushing (140) being flush and with the bushing (140) protecting the writing tip end from damage. The outer shell (102, 132) of both embodiments can be pierced in a selected pattern showing the outer surface of an inner shell (122, 150) spaced therefrom.

Abstract: A curved ergonomic pen which facilitates writing on vertical surfaces comprises a housing having a barrel portion and a web portion. The barrel has curved inner and outer edges and substantially flat sides. The web is substantially flat and extends along the curved inner edge of the barrel. A curved channel is formed in the barrel in communication with openings in opposite ends of the barrel. A pair of ink cartridges each comprising an ink tube and a tip secured to one end thereof are retractably secured within the channel such that the respective tips generally extend toward opposite ends of the barrel. The pen tips are selectively extendable and retractable through the associated openings in the opposite ends of the barrel. In one embodiment, a note pocket for receiving relatively small sheets of paper is removably securable within a slot extending into an outer edge of the web.

Abstract: An instrument display cap, which is capable of interchanging a display member without modifying the structure of the cap, is provided. The instrument display cap includes a tubular tapered body with a transparent disk, pocket and centering member arrangement pivotally positioned in the top open end of the tubular tapered body. A retaining ring, with a spring clip connected thereto, retains the transparent disk, pocket and centering member in place while permitting it to pivot. The transparent disk, pocket and centering member arrangement pivots open to permit the replacement of a display member, such as a photo, or the like, to be easily installed within the pocket. The pivoting arrangement is pivoted closed to display the display member at the top portion of the instrument display cap.

Abstract: A bingo-game marker comprises revealable, concealed imprints of symbols or indicia covered with an opaque coating which is removable to reveal imprints which provide a sweepstakes-play mechanism for enhancement of the attraction of the game and for promotional purposes.

Abstract: A pencil attachment for combination with a writing instrument, being an elongated flexible decorative element with a central portion and two end portions, having a front surface and a back surface, the front surface of the end portions having decorative indicia of an institution or franchise thereon, the back surface having an adhesive to enable adhesive attachment around a pencil and together to form a simulated pennant on a pencil flag pole.

Abstract: A writing device including a means for observing and measuring the inclination of the device in order to teach proper penmanship to pupils using the device at a young and formidable age. The writing device includes an oil-filled vessel with lines imprinted thereon whereby the imprinted lines of a container match up with the angle of the oil at the optimum inclination at which to hold the writing instrument.

Abstract: A writing instrument including a top part (4) which has a movable clip (20) arranged therein in a reliably functioning and stable manner so that the clip can be operated securely. The top part (4) contains a function section in the form of an inner cap (8) which includes a guiding portion (38) along which the clip (20) slides, and the function section is enveloped by a permanently attached outer cap (6).

Abstract: The combination of a writing instrument such as a ballpoint pen having a pushbutton at the upper end and an advertising device wherein the advertising device is supported on a sleeve preferably in a freely rotatable manner with the pushbutton being received within the sleeve and secured thereto so as to position the advertising device upwardly from the pen upper end whereby the advertising device is readily viewable by an observer, a depression of the advertising device thereby producing a concomitant depression of the pushbutton to extend and retract the writing tip of the pen.

Abstract: A writing instrument is disclosed having a display flag attached to an internal pen holder such that the flag may be displayed either by pulling it laterally through any elongated opening in an external pen holder, or by axially extending the internal pen holder from the external pen holder. A positioning block attached to the internal pen holder limits the relatively axial sliding movement between the internal and external pen holders to prevent the user from completely pulling the internal pen holder from the external pen holder. The writing instrument may also be placed in a base such that the flag may be displayed while the base rests on a desk, table, or the like.

Abstract: An accessory for attaching characters (letters or symbols) to pens, key holders and the like. Each individual character has an aperture and a toothed member. The characters are assembled by inserting an elongated body through the apertures. The toothed member mates with a slot in the elongated body to orient the characters perpendicular to the elongated body. Complementary interlocking teeth in the slot securely fasten the characters to the body and insure proper spacing between the characters.

Abstract: An assembly for removably accommodating an image medium including a generally cylindrical element and a transparent sleeve removably disposable over the cylindrical element. The transparent sleeve has an opening at one end for receiving the element and has an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the element for defining a chamber to accommodate the image medium. There is also a device for removably securing the sleeve with the cylindrical element.

Abstract: An advertising pen device includes a collapsible display sheet selected from a flag or a decorative or advertising cloth prewound on a pole rotatably mounted inside the pen and adapted to be extended for display or advertisement purpose, and a pen holder adapted for holding the pen to lay on a desk or for clamping the pen on a user's pocket for display, decorative or identification uses.

Abstract: A novelty writing pen constituted by a standard pen having an ink reservoir encased in a sheath and terminating in a writing tip projecting from one end of the sheath, and a molded body configured to represent a familiar object such as a fruit emitting a characteristic odor, the body having a bore therein to receive at least the upper section of the sheath so that the body is carried by the pen. The ink in the pen incorporates an odor-producing component which is compatible therewith. When the pen is put to use, this component causes the surface written on by the pen to exude an odor simulating that of the object carried thereby.

Abstract: A bookmark/writing instrument includes a thin, generally planar card made of a flexible material, and having a cutout section formed therein for receiving and holding a writing instrument. The writing instrument is made of athin generally planar piece of material dimensioned to fit within the cut-out section of the card in a co-planar relationship therewith. Structure is included for releasably holding the piece of material in place within the cut-out section of the card. A marking device is disposed on the piece of material to enable writing on or otherwise marking an object. At least one side edge of the card is substantially straight to provide a straight edge for marking.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination note pad and pen holder with the pad being formed in the shape of an open flower blossom the pad being adhered to a base member having the same flower shaped peripheral design. The base also includes a depending writing implement receptacle with both the depending receptacle and the writing instrument serving to appear as the stem of the flower.

Abstract: A collectible comprises a base, a writing instrument removably mounted on the base in an upright position and a replica of a piece of sports equipment mounted on the writing instrument. The disclosed embodiment is of a replica of a football helmet mounted on a pen.

Abstract: An information reel system (10) is provided for displaying information on sheet material (32) contained therein. The information reel system (10) includes a substantially closed and transparent housing (24) within which there is mounted an upper and lower reel mechanism (42 and 44). The upper and lower reel mechanisms (42 and 44) have mounted thereon the sheet material (32) containing indicia information (12 and 12'). Rotational activation of upper and lower reel mechanisms (42 and 44) allows the viewer to see corresponding indicia information (12 and 12') in different sections of transparent housing (24). Upper and lower reel mechanisms (42 and 44) are coupled each to the other by means of coupling mechanisms (54 and 56) mounted within transparent housing (24) on opposing longitudinal ends thereof.

Abstract: A pen adapted to be flat, when not being used for writing, can be used as a bookmark, when unfolded into such a flat shape. The pen has three flat panels with one of the panels being connected to each of the other panels at opposite longitudinal edges by hinges, so that all three panels lie in the same plane when the pen is unfolded. One of the panels has a hollow reservoir for storing and dispensing ink. A pen tip for dispensing the ink extends into the hollow reservoir.

Abstract: A novelty writing instrument having cap and body members, each carrying part of an illusion producing device, is shown and described. By moving the cap and body members relative to one another, an illusion can be created.

Abstract: A container in the form of a pocket pen which is formed with a plurality of compartments for containment of medical pills and is fitted with a container for dispensing of powders such as dietetic salt or sugar substitutes. The device appears to be in the form of a conventional pocket pen fitted with a conventional removable cap section. A pill chamber in the cap section is capped by a removable hollow plug unit at the end of the cap section for containment and dispensing of powder. The plug unit is fitted with an external rotatable cover formed in one radial section of the cover with perforations and with the external cover rotatably joined to an interior cover by a rivet with an opening in the interior cover located so that the exterior cover may be rotated so as to either close the opening of the interior cover or to align that opening with the perforations of the external cover.

Abstract: A writing pen with writing point of any type, in the holder or grip portion of which is incorporated a movable-ribbon ready reference device readable through a window. This device, pre-printed and capable of being written on by hand, is wound on a pair of spools which can be turned in both directions by means of a knob at the top end of the pen. The knob forms a single whole with a tubular body on the inner surface of which is formed a helical toothing engaged with two toothed pinion gears, each of which is keyed idly to a flexible shaft rotating solidly with one of the spools on which the ribbon-type ready reference device is wound. Forming a pair with each helical tooth pinion gear there is mounted, in an inverted position with respect to the other pair, a second butt pinion gear which is solid with the respective transmission shaft.