Abstract: Described is a writing instrument-caliper system composed of a fully functional writing instrument and a separate caliper device. The writing instrument and caliper device are of such construction that the caliper device can be inserted snugly into the open-ended hollow barrel of the writing instrument for safe storage. With the caliper device in its storage location, the writing instrument-caliper system is of similar outer physical dimensions to the writing instrument alone, and can be carried safely in a shirt pocket without risk of injury to the user or it can be employed as a fully functional writing instrument. With the caliper device removed from its storage location, the writing instrument and caliper device can be employed in parallel, allowing the user to make written notations while simultaneously making measurements with the caliper device. This writing instrument-caliper system overcomes many of the problems encountered by prior art devices.

Abstract: A novelty flexible topper is disclosed including a flexible housing forming a chamber for containing a novelty toy, and a topper securement operatively engaged to the flexible housing. The present invention is further directed to combination writing device and novelty flexible topper comprising a cylindrical body having a longitudinal bore and an end region, a writing member including a tip and a writing supply incorporated in the longitudinal bore, a flexible housing forming a chamber for containing a novelty toy, the flexible housing operatively engaged to a topper securement, the topper securement positioned on the end region, and wherein the chamber is fluid-filled.

Abstract: A writing implement having a built-in illumination system and a light reflecting chamber includes a transparent cone of front pen tube accommodating an ink cartridge, a hollow cylindrical barrel surrounded by a light reflecting tube, a middle ring housing the light-emitting body and an annular light reflecting plate, a power chamber housed in the rear pen tube and consisting of a LED conducting wire channel and a battery room, a conducting spring, a push tube, a switching cap, and a pen cap with clip protecting the ink cartridge tip. When light switches on, a part of the emitted light passes straightly and directly toward the cone of front pen tube through the hollow of the front pen tube to light up the surface to be written on, simultaneously, another part of the light is reflected at the surface of the annular light reflecting plate and the polished mirror-like inner wall surface of the light reflecting tube and is propagated toward the cone of front pen tube.

Abstract: The present invention provides a multi-colored self-illuminating writing implement whereby one of a plurality of light sources contained within the housing of the writing implement is made selectable by the user as desired. The self-illuminating writing implement includes a marker mounted within the housing adjacent a marking end of the writing implement. A battery is also disposed within the housing for providing power to the selected light source. A plurality of light sources are mounted to a de-multiplexing switch that allows the user to selectively place one of said plurality of light sources in electrical communication with the battery mounted within the housing. The interior wall of the housing may include a reflective coating to enhance propagation of the illumination from the light source through a translucent portion formed adjacent the marking end of the self-illuminating writing implement.

Abstract: A pen holder 14 in the form of a potted plant having a housing 14 resembling a plant pot having a filler 26 supporting a potted plant material such as pebbles 17 with a receptacle 16 extending into the filler forming a cavity for the insertion therein of a pen 12. The pen 12 has a decorative element 24 on one distal end in the form of vegetation, such as a flower, with the pen barrel 28 forming the stalk of the decorative element. The receptacle 16 has a wall conforming substantially to the shape and diameter of the writing instrument 12 whereby the receptacle wall engages and suspends the tip 30 pen from engaging the bottom of the receptacle which prevents damage to the writing instrument tip and also retards the drying process of the ink.

Abstract: A Ligth-Emitting USB portable disk-pen includes a USB plug that is inserted to a computer at an upper pen shaft, the USB plug is accommodated with a locating plate and joined as one body with a sheath. A printed circuit board is connected with one end of the sheath, penetrated into the sheath, and positioned along with the sheath in the upper pen shaft. The upper pen shaft is relative lighter in weight for not containing a refill, and is therefore steadier and less likely to wobble when being inserted to a computer, the LED at the PCB emits light via a bulb at the upper pen shaft, and thereby preventing poor contact quality of the USB plug.

Abstract: A lightable writing instrument includes a first end portion including a colorant dispenser, and a middle portion including a component housing. A second end portion of the wriging instrument includes a generally tubular body portion having an interior passageway therein. A lightable filament is disposed in the interior passageway and extends along a portion of the interior passageway.

Abstract: A writing instrument ink cartridge. Preferred is a coil or wave shaped cartridge in various colors and configurations.

Abstract: A writing instrument, e.g., a pen, incorporates at least three color ink chambers: cyan (C), yellow (Y), and magenta (M). The ink from the three chambers can be mixed in varying ratios to provide an output ink of any conceivable color. Ink jet nozzles, preferably thermal ink jet nozzles, are used to output the ink from the chambers. The ink may be output to a mixing chamber, onto a roller ball or other transfer member, or directly to the writing medium. Consequently, the ink output by the pen can be adjusted by the user to any desired color.

Abstract: A bubble blower and penholder arrangement is disclosed to include a penholder holding a writing element, and a bubble blower mounted in the penholder for pressing by hand to extend the writing element out of the penholder for writing. The bubble blower includes a fluid container, which has a bottom extension tube inserted into the penholder and stopped at the top end of the writing element, and an applicator detachably fastened to the fluid container for picking up the bubble fluid for blowing bubbles.

Abstract: A writing instrument having a display window for displaying images from inside the barrel or body member of the writing instrument. The display window is formed by applying a wrap element having a hole therethrough to a transparent portion of the body member. A writing instrument having a locating mark thereon for facilitating accurate, efficient assembly of a writing instrument. More particularly, the locating mark may be disposed on a wrap element according to a predetermined positional relationship with respect to at least one feature or component of the writing instrument.

Abstract: An apparatus for scanning printed or graphical information is providing having an optical reader and an integral marking device such as an ink containing highlighter. The apparatus also has at least one output transmission device as well as an internal light source, a pressure sensitive switch for activating the light source and an ink shield/light tube for protecting the reader from the highlighter's ink. The apparatus can be of a single, integral construction.

Abstract: A pen with variable penholder styles having provided at the front section a hollow insertion tube in smaller diameter to contain a refill, multiple decoration rings being inserted onto the peripheral of the insertion tube; surface of the decoration ring being provided with specific color, stripe or pattern; a pen point cover being screwed to the front end of the insertion tube; each and all decoration rings being adjustable as desire and then held tightly together under the compression of the pen point cover to create for the penholder a personal style.

Abstract: A vibrating lipstick is disclosed, in which devices for generating heat and vibrations are installed within the cover of the lipstick so as to generate heat and vibrations. Thus the cosmetic makeup can be carried out more efficiently, the skin health is promoted, and the formation of the wrinkles on the skin can be prevented. The vibrating lipstick includes the following elements. That is, it includes upper and lower covers, and a power switch is formed on the cover, for turning on or off a power supply. A heating wire is installed along an inside wall of the cover, for receiving a power from a battery, the battery being installed within the cover. That is, heating and vibrating functions are added to the general lipstick, so that a heating massage can be done before or after a cosmetic makeup regardless of the place.

Abstract: In the secured pen holder of U.S. Pat. No. 6,167,596, a first resilient engagement between cover and base provides an indication of the replacement state in which the pen assembly can be replaced. A second resilient engagement between cover and base provides an indication of the use position in which the pen is held within the holder for use. A third resilient engagement between transport and base provides an indication that the transport is resiliently held in place at a position when the transport wall holds the pen tether and stop in place during the use state.

Abstract: A writing implement ensuring a non-slip grip on a barrel when it is grasped and a good fit between the grip and fingers, thus providing a comfortable grasping touch. In the writing implement having a grip made of elastic resin material fitted on an outer circumferential surface in a grasped area of a barrel, the grip is formed into a cylinder whose inner circumferential surface is fitted on the outer circumferential surface in the grasped area of the barrel, with hollows axially passing through a peripheral wall of the cylinder and with the plurality of hollows circumferentially arranged in parallel, and the grip is fitted on the barrel so as to form a vent passage for communication between the hollows and the outside at an end of the grip.

Abstract: A unique writing instrument is described. Preferred is a writing instrument with an application of decorative beads to the surface of the instrument or within the clear barrel of a writing instrument. A method of producing the beaded writing instrument is also described.

Abstract: A stylized writing instrument is disclosed which is shaped like a proprietary and/or familiar object. In general, embodiments of the invention include a housing shaped like the proprietary and/or familiar object, a writing implement, and internal mechanisms provided within the housing for extending the writing implement from, and retracting the writing implement into, the housing. The internal mechanisms may comprise a wide variety of actuation systems for extending and retracting the writing implement, including a cam actuation assembly, an edge slide actuation assembly, a gravity actuation assembly, a pressure actuation assembly and a push button actuation assembly.

Abstract: A toothbrush assembly includes a canister housing a spring biased piston, a cartridge for storing dentifrice (toothpaste) releasably received in the canister, and a brush head attached to a stem that is connected to the cartridge. A passage extends through the stem and connects an aperture in the brush head with an interior of the cartridge. A normally closed valve controls the flow of the dentifrice through the passage which dentifrice is pressured by the spring biased piston.

Abstract: A cleaning aid attachment is configured for connection to a handle of a conventional cleaning implement and includes a removable hand held sprayer connected to a handle of a cleaning implement. A retainer connects to the handle of the cleaning implement for retaining a roll of paper towels having a tube therein, wherein the tube of the towels receives the handle and the retainer holds the towels in a predetermined position on the implement handle.

Abstract: A grooming device especially adapted for removing polish from finger nails. The device is compact, portable and resembles a writing pen in general appearance. A refillable reservoir defines a distal end of the device. A removable closure functions to provide access to the reservoir. The closure also functions as a storage receptacle for extra applicator tips. A felt tip is adapted to absorb polish removal fluid flowing slowly from the reservoir whereby the fluid may easily be applied to the applicator tip and nails for removal of polish therefrom. A removable cap closes the device. The cap is provided with a replaceable nail file/buffer member.

Abstract: A light emitting pen emits light unidirectioanlly or bidirectionally. By pressing a press button, an upper light emitting unit or lower light emitting unit are controlled to light up or distinguished. Moreover, the rising and descending of the filler is controllable so that the pen head will protrude out or embedded into the pen tube. Thereby, at night, by the upper lower pen tube or lower light emitting unit to emit light, light emits so as to provide illumination for writing. When the two light emitting units do no light up, the pen head will embed into the pen tube for storage.

Abstract: A pen comprising a pen body (1) and a pen point (3) releasably arranged in the pen body, and a part (4) which is removably arranged on the pen body (1). The part (4) is arranged for squeezing engagement with the pen point (3), for removing the same by the action of forces between the part (4) and the pen point (3). A method for removing the pen point and a clip for holding the pen are also described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a combined writing instrument/sheet material dispenser. The present invention is comprised of a body that has a tip portion, a sheet material dispenser portion and a grip portion disposed between the tip portion and the sheet material dispenser portion. Formed within the sheet material dispensing portion of the body is a compartment that is sized to receive and hold a stack of sheet material. The stack of sheet material is formed from a plurality of individual sheets that are adhered together with a releasable adhesive layer. A slot is formed in the sheet material dispensing portion of the body to communicate with the compartment and there by allow a top-most sheet in the stack to be exposed for use.

Abstract: A water absorbent sleeve can be positioned on a writing implement to prevent the slipping of the writing instrument caused from a user's sweaty palm or fingers.

Abstract: An elongate stamping device (1), preferably in the form of a pen, comprising an ink pad support for an ink pad (10), the ink pad support being pivotably mounted on a handle (3), and a stamping plate (6) for a printing block (6′), the stamping plate being pivotably mounted on a holding arm (5), wherein, when in use, the stamping plate (6) rests on the ink pad (10) in the inking position with a printing block (6′), wherein the width (b′, b) of the printing plate (6) or of the ink pad support (11), respectively, is larger than the entire thickness of the holding arm (5), the stamping plate (6) with the printing block (6′) and the ink pad support (11) with the ink pad (10) in the inking position.

Abstract: The invention discloses a multi-purpose pen. Wherein, an upper pen shaft and a lower pen shaft are joined by a hollow middle ring in between; the upper pen shaft has a gradually contracted cone-shaped lucent section in an outward direction a rear end thereof, such that light beams emitted from an illumination module located in the upper pen shaft are passed out to an exterior via the cone-shaped lucent section; the upper pen shaft further has a pen clamp at the rear end thereof; a front edge of a reverse side of the pen clamp is disposed with a protruding object that is penetrated into a corresponding opening at the upper pen shaft, so as to touch-control a light source switch at a circuit board of the illumination module; and between the circuit board and the protruding object is an insulating strap for preventing electricity leak.

Abstract: A multi-functional writing instrument which includes a combination pocket clip and stylus for input devices, such as personal digital assistants. The writing instrument includes a body having a cap portion, and the combination clip member and stylus having first and second ends, wherein an actuator tip is mounted to the first end and the clip member is mounted to the cap portion and pivotally movable with respect thereto. The clip member is pivotally movable relative to the instrument's body between a clamping position, for attachment to a pocket, and a stylus position, where the actuator tip is extended beyond one end of the body enabling engagement with a touch screen. The instrument allows the user to conveniently switch from writing on conventional media, for example paper, to inputting data in a personal digital assistant.

Abstract: A pen cap is constructed to include a cap body with a clip, a lighting circuit assembly, the lighting circuit assembly including a battery set mounted inside the cap body, an IC chip mounted on the clip and electrically connected to the battery set through a switch at the top of the cap body, and LED chips of different colors electrically connected to the IC chip, and a show plate fixedly mounted on the IC chip to hold the LED chips, the show plate having a design surrounded by the LED chips.

Abstract: A push-button writing implement includes a barrel having at least a transparent or semitransparent part, a refill axially slidably contained in the barrel, and provided with a writing tip, and a refill-operating mechanism including a push button, and a return spring and designed so as to be operated by the push button to project the writing tip of the refill from a tip of the barrel and to retract the same into the barrel. A front stopper ring having the shape of an O ring is put on the refill, a fancy member is axially slidably put on part of the refill extending backward beyond the front stopper ring, and the fancy member is moved up and down along the refill when the refill is moved by resilience of the return spring by operating the refill-operating mechanism.

Abstract: In a combination coating film transfer tool and ball-point pen, the transfer tool comprises a case, and a replacement cassette comprising supply and take-up reels and a transfer head. The cassette fits tightly, but removably, in the case, with the tip of the transfer head projecting from the case. The cassette is replaced from time to time, but the case can be reused. Consequently waste of plastic is reduced, and the replacement units can be manufactured less expensively.

Abstract: A sales promotional writing instrument comprises features that simultaneously provides a point of sale marketing opportunity and discourages theft. Generally, the writing instrument comprises a body defining a longitudinal axis. The body includes an attachment member in a substantially transverse orientation to the longitudinal axis. The body includes a lumen adapted to receive a typical writing insert, such as a ballpoint pen cartridge. A display member includes at least one display surface and an insertion member. The insertion member is adapted for insertion into a cavity on the attachment member. The display member can include promotional marketing indicia such as trademarks, logos, slogans, advertisements, calendars and schedules on the display surface.

Abstract: An amusement pen with a turnable decoration. A turnable device is formed by pulling wires, a U shape swingable rod and a decoration. By operating the pulling wires, the decoration will turn around the two pulling wires. A driven device has two linkages for winding the pulling wires. A driving active piece is buckled to the two linkages and an elastomer is located in the driven seat and above the driving active piece. A driving seat is formed by two seat covers. A guide groove serves for pivotally installing the driving active piece. The pen body is installed at a lower end of the driven seat. The pen body comprises a filler and a cover. By operating the two linkages, pulling wires will be tightened or released; and at the same time, the turnable device will turn around the rope sleeve.

Abstract: A novelty device includes a power source, lighting elements and a flashing circuit to selectively provide lighting signals to the lighting elements. The novelty device further includes a spring switch to activate the flashing circuit. The spring switch includes a spring having a fixed end and a free end and a metal cap positioned proximate the free end of the spring for electrical engagement by the free end of the spring. Examples of the novelty device include a pen, a key chain, a hair clip and a cosmetics case.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to an improved clip retention apparatus and to a method for attaching a clip to a writing instrument. The clip retention apparatus may comprise a clip, first and second plug bodies, and a retainer element. A portion of the clip may be disposed between the plug bodies, and the plug bodies may be coupled to the retainer element. The retainer element may be coupled with a writing instrument or formed as part of a writing instrument. The clip, plug bodies, and retainer element may be configured and arranged so that movement of the clip between the plug bodies is at least inhibited.

Abstract: A shaving assembly operable in dry shaving environments and wet shaving environments is provided that includes a razor assembly and a shaving preparation cake. The razor assembly, which includes a razor cartridge attached to a handle, is operable in dry shaving environments and wet shaving environments. The shaving preparation cake includes an upper surface, a lower surface, one or more side surfaces extending between the upper surface and the lower surface, and an axial bore extending between the upper surface and the lower surface. The shaving preparation cake is operable in a wet shaving environment, and is selectively attachable to the razor assembly for wet shaving environment applications. When the shaving preparation cake is attached to the razor assembly, the razor cartridge is disposed within the axial bore of the shaving preparation cake. The shaving preparation cake is selectively detachable from the razor assembly to facilitate use of the razor assembly in dry shaving environment applications.

Abstract: A breath freshening apparatus includes a toothbrush and an atomizer. The toothbrush has bristles and a reservoir containing mouthwash. The atomizer is coupled to the reservoir and the bristles, where actuation of the atomizer results in a mist of the mouthwash being applied to the bristles.

Abstract: A lightable writing instrument includes a first end portion including a colorant dispenser, and a middle portion including a component housing. A second end portion of the wriging instrument includes a generally tubular body portion having an interior passageway therein. A lightable filament is disposed in the interior passageway and extends along a portion of the interior passageway.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to multipurpose containers in which a variety of items can be stored, such as eyeglasses writing instruments, pills, medicines, thermometers, rulers, note pads, to name a few of the nearly limitless number of items that can be stored. The containers may be provided with writing implements or gauges to measure a parameter, such as a timepiece, or a computational device, such as a calculator.

Abstract: A comfortable grip attachment to an articles is described. Preferred is a bristle grip in various shapes and sizes. A method of producing the grip is also described.

Abstract: A device for warming a writing tip of a pen having a conductive surface spaced from the writing tip, the device includes a power source having a first terminal and a second terminal. A first electrically conductive member is attached to the first terminal and a second electrically conductive member is attached to the second terminal and spaced from the first conductive member. The conductive surface of the pen contacts the second electrically conductive member when the writing tip of the pen contacts the first conductive member thereby warming the writing tip.

Abstract: A magnetic writing instrument designed to allow people with hand tremors to write and draw with increased clarity. Consisting of a stylus attached to a base at an appropriate writing angle. The base houses a magnet and accommodates three caps of varying thickness to match the resistance needed with the users tremors. There is also a metal writing base that interacts with the magnet. The paper or writing stationary is placed between the metal writing base and the writing instrument.

Abstract: A multi-functional writing instrument which includes a combination pocket clip and stylus for input devices, such as personal digital assistants. The writing instrument includes a body having a cap portion, and the combination clip member and stylus having first and second ends, wherein an actuator tip is mounted to the second end and the clip member is mounted to the cap portion and slidably movable with respect thereto. The clip member is slidably movable relative to the body between a clamping position, for attachment to a pocket, and a stylus position, where the actuator tip of the clip member is extended beyond one end of the instrument's body enabling engagement with a touch screen. The instrument allows the user to conveniently switch from writing on conventional media, for example paper, to inputting data in a personal digital assistant.

Abstract: An apparatus structured as a writing instrument and providing the functionality of a writing instrument such as a pen, with additional functionality including that of a joystick, a mouse, a stylus, or a keyboard. One embodiment of the writing instrument structure includes piezoelectric sensors for measuring force of the writing instrument against a surface in three directions, acceleration of the writing instrument in three directions, tilt of the writing instrument two directions, magnetic field surrounding the writing instrument in two directions, and energy dissipation during a motion or sequence of motions. The various measurements can allow for reconstruction of the writing instrument motion, thereby allowing control of other devices. The biometric data can be combined with other data to provide inputs to a biometric authentication system including a signature verification system.

Abstract: A push-button writing implement includes a barrel having at least a transparent or semitransparent part, a refill axially slidably contained in the barrel, and provided with a writing tip, and a refill-operating mechanism including a push button, and a return spring and designed so as to be operated by the push button to project the writing tip of the refill from a tip of the barrel and to retract the same into the barrel. A front stopper ring having the shape of an O ring is put on the refill, a fancy member is axially slidably put on part of the refill extending backward beyond the front stopper ring, and the fancy member is moved up and down along the refill when the refill is moved by resilience of the return spring by operating the refill-operating mechanism.

Abstract: A writing instrument and associated carrier compartment that include electronic components. A communications link can be established between the writing instrument and the carrier compartment to allow dual direction communication between the carrier compartment and the writing instrument. A biometric database includes information for registered writing instrument users. A registered user can initiate data requests through the writing instrument, providing as authorization newly collected biometric data. The carrier compartment can receive the request, process the request by contacting a respective service or data provider, and transfer the request with the collected biometric data to the service provider. The service provider, as a subscriber to the biometric database, processes the request upon verification of the biometric data. A pre-established user account can reflect the requested transaction.

Abstract: A tooth cleaning assembly including a rack, and at least one detachable toothpaste squeezing assembly mounted on the rack. The assembly further includes a base, a toothpaste cylinder having a lower end fitted in the base, an annular member arranged at an upper end of the toothpaste cylinder, a cover fitted on a top of the toothpaste cylinder and mounted on the annular member, a tubular neck telescopically fitted in the toothpaste cylinder, a cap pivotally connected with an upper end of the tubular neck, and a movable knob extending through the rack to be detachably engaged with a bottom of the base. At least one toothbrush is detachably mounted on the annular member, and at least one spring mug is fitted within the rack, so that all commonly used tooth brushing articles are combined into one unit thereby making them convenient to use and arranging them in a tidy manner.

Abstract: A writing instrument having rotatable beads of various shapes and sizes abutting one another so that the beads form logos, designs, words or messages for promotional or advertising purposes. The beads provide an ergonomically pleasing sensation to the user and further provide an element of amusement to the user.

Abstract: A cosmetic applicator device is disclosed that includes a cylindrical body having a first portion and a second portion, a writing member including a tip and a writing supply incorporated in the first portion, and a reservoir for containing a cosmetic supply positioned interiorly of the second portion. The second portion is in a releasable engagement with the first portion of the cosmetic applicator.

Abstract: An input pen is capable of being held in any one of input pen holding parts (212A) respectively having different shapes of various personal digital assistants (212). The input pen has a barrel (201), and stopping members (209) fitted in the opposite end parts of the metal tube (208). An elastic member (210) is placed between the stopping members (209) so as to push the stopping members (209) outward. The metal tube (208) is fitted in openings (207A) formed in the barrel (201). When the input pen is inserted in an input pen holding part (212A) of the personal digital assistant (212), the stopping members (209) properly projecting outside through the openings (207A) of the barrel (201) are pressed against the inner surface of the input pen holding part (212A). Thus, the input pen will not move even if there is a space between the barrel (201) and the inner surface of the input pen holding part (212A).