Hand-or Finger Loop Or Strap Patents (Class 401/8)
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Patent number: 11547186Abstract: The soap-holding attachment comprises a soap mount and a finger ring. The soap-holding attachment may be adapted to retain a bar of soap in a hand of a user such that the bar of soap is prevented from falling if dropped. The soap mount may be adapted to be imbedded within the bar of soap. The finger ring may be adapted to be worn on a finger of the user. The finger ring may detachably couple to the soap mount via a coupler. As a non-limiting example, the user may hold the bar of soap in a palm of their hand with the finger ring around the finger such that if the user releases the bar of soap, the bar of soap may not drop.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2021Date of Patent: January 10, 2023Inventor: Eric Boone
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Patent number: 11471006Abstract: A soap-dispensing bath sponge assembly is adapted to house a liquid soap product within a body thereof, and further adapted to dispense soap through an exfoliating material, such as a brush and/or sponge material, thereby creating a foamy lather for application to the body of a user or non-human surface, such as a vehicle. The body of the soap-dispensing bath sponge assembly is adapted to be flexibly-modulated (squeezed), thereby generating pressure within an internal volume of the body, forcing the liquid soap product through slit valves (or similar features) and into a volume of the exfoliating material.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2020Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Inventor: Ahmad Eivaz
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Patent number: 11241141Abstract: A finger engagement assembly for supporting a handheld dental tool on a user's hand. The finger engagement assembly includes a mounting member with a cylindrical shaped body extending along a grip axis and having an aperture extending there through. The mounting member has an inner surface that interfaces with a dental tool and an outer surface that interfaces with a finger engagement. The finger engagement includes a rotational coupling extending about the mounting member and is operable to rotate relative to the mounting member about the grip axis. A post extends from the rotational coupling in a first direction and supports a crossbar. The crossbar extends across the backs of a user's index and middle finger and is functional to retain a handheld dental tool, such as a dental mirror, to a user's hand, while allowing the dental tool to rotate relative to the finger engagement.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2019Date of Patent: February 8, 2022Inventor: Kristel K. Geldrich
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Patent number: 11191311Abstract: Embodiments provide a hand covering, such as a glove or mitten, with a retainer for holding the hand covering in a retaining configuration when not being worn covering the hand of a user. The hand covering may include a central hand portion, a finger receiving portion extending from the central hand portion, and a strap. The hand covering may extend generally in a longitudinal direction from a proximal side at the central hand portion to a distal side at the finger receiving portion. The central hand portion may define at the proximal side a cavity configured to receive a hand. The strap may be attached to an inside face of the central hand portion and extend generally lateral to the longitudinal direction. The strap may be separable from the inside face in between a first attached end and a second attached end to define a passageway configured to receive a hand.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2018Date of Patent: December 7, 2021Assignee: W.m. T. Burnett IP, LLCInventors: Bryan Hammer, Michael F. O'Brien
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Patent number: 11013466Abstract: In various embodiments of the invention, a manipulator attaches to and allows a sheath to be positioned inside the cervix and a catheter to thereby be inserted through the sheath and be positioned in a desired location in the uterus. In various embodiments of the invention, the manipulator may be attached or permanently connected to the sheath. In various embodiments of the invention, the sheath is fenestrated to allow the catheter to be detached from the sheath. In various embodiments of the invention, the manipulator allows the sheath to be positioned through the cervix canal to allow for catheter transmitted intrauterine pressure monitoring or balloon catheter assisted ripening of the cervix.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2017Date of Patent: May 25, 2021Assignee: HEALOE, LLCInventor: Neal M. Lonky
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Patent number: 10946690Abstract: An apparatus to secure a marking implement to a user's digit, includes a mounting body with a first arcuate channel extending along a longitudinal length of the mounting body. The first arcuate channel is dimensioned to receive the digit of the user. A second arcuate channel extends along the longitudinal length of the mounting body and is dimensioned to receive a shaft of the marking implement. A free end first strap is threadingly received through the mounting body to form a finger loop to secure the user's digit within the first arcuate channel. A free end of a second strap is threadingly received through the mounting body to form an implement loop to secure the marking implement in the second arcuate channel.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2019Date of Patent: March 16, 2021Inventors: Bernard Michael Kruger, Paulo Valerio, Wade Hartman
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Patent number: 10924597Abstract: An attachment aid for securing a mobile device to a finger of a human hand in a manner enabling a user to manipulate the position and orientation of a secured mobile device vis-à-vis the human hand between an in-use state and a non-use state includes a mobile device-retaining portion at one end and a user finger-retaining portion at an opposite end.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2020Date of Patent: February 16, 2021Inventor: Jose Andres Maldonado-Rueda
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Patent number: 10264949Abstract: A finger engagement assembly for supporting a handheld dental tool on a user's hand. The finger engagement assembly includes a mounting member with a cylindrical shaped body extending along a grip axis and having an aperture extending there through. The mounting member has an inner surface that interfaces with a dental tool and an outer surface that interfaces with a finger engagement. The finger engagement includes a rotational coupling extending about the mounting member and is operable to rotate relative to the mounting member about the grip axis. A post extends from the rotational coupling in a first direction and supports a crossbar. The crossbar extends across the backs of a user's index and middle finger and is functional to retain a handheld dental tool, such as a dental mirror, to a user's hand, while allowing the dental tool to rotate relative to the finger engagement.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2017Date of Patent: April 23, 2019Inventor: Kristel K. Geldrich
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Patent number: 10029137Abstract: An exercise apparatus, system, or kit that includes separate components that can be used together during a workout. In one embodiment, the exercise system includes a cylindrical body, an elongated bar, and one or more resistance bands. The elongated bar may be a one-piece bar or a multi-piece bar. The cylindrical body extends along a longitudinal axis and has an annular groove formed into its outer surface that surrounds the longitudinal axis and a bore extending through the cylindrical body in the direction of the longitudinal axis. The dimensions of the bar, the groove, and the bore are such that the bar can be inserted into and through the bore and the bar can be positioned within the annular groove to achieve different types of exercise. Furthermore, the resistance bands can be coupled to the elongated bar.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2016Date of Patent: July 24, 2018Inventor: Ross Davis
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Patent number: 9439550Abstract: The invention relates to a one-piece foam construct reversibly assembled by at least one binder, as well as the methods of making and assembling said one-piece foam construct. The construct is meant for use as a cleaning implement.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2012Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: Diversified Global Technologies, LLCInventor: Wayne Celia
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Patent number: 9428719Abstract: A personal care article is disclosed having a first compliant personal care composition in a first zone and a second compliant personal care composition in a second zone such that the first and second zones are defined by one or more barriers. Methods for increasing lather are also disclosed herein.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2012Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Edward Dewey Smith, III, Shawn David McConaughy
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Patent number: 9415235Abstract: This invention provides devices and methods for remodeling the female genital tissue, the device comprising a treatment tip, wherein the distal end of the treatment tip is conical, spherical, hemispherical, oval or circular in shape. The device further comprises one or more energy delivery elements for simultaneous cooling of the vaginal epithelium and transmission of energy for heating the tissues underneath the epithelium. In one embodiment, said device may further comprise one or more of the following: one or more temperature sensors for measuring the temperature at or below the epithelium; one or more directional sensors mounted on the hand piece or treatment tip; and one or more depth markers to show the depth of penetration of the treatment tip into the vagina. In another embodiment, this invention provides a device having a finger holder with electrodes for remodeling the female genital tissue.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: August 16, 2016Inventors: Donald I. Galen, Jerome Jackson, Steven Marc Lopez, Russell Meirose, Ian F. Smith, Srihari Yamanoor
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Patent number: 9302412Abstract: An improved pouf or soap-holding lathering and scrubbing device which can conveniently hold a bar of soap and create copious aerated lather when wetted and massaged or manipulated comprises a sheet of mesh material which is formed or folded into a compact mass or arrangement. The sheet is formed or supplied in an endless loop or ring which is then compressed in a direction parallel to the sheet to form a ring of compressed or folded mesh material that has a recess. The compressed ring is then secured in its compressed state by two or more ties. A cord can be threaded through the compressed ring and cinched by an O-ring or other device to enable the cord to hold a bar of soap in the recess.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2014Date of Patent: April 5, 2016Inventors: Aldo Joseph DiBelardino, Ke-chen Lin
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Patent number: 9211757Abstract: Twirling writing instrument bodies include a writing instrument body, a gripping member, and a rotary assembly that is configured to facilitate selective twirling of the writing instrument body relative to the gripping member by a user. Twirling accessories for writing instruments include a gripping member, a connector that is configured to be operatively coupled to a writing instrument body, and a rotary assembly that is configured to facilitate selective twirling of the connector relative to the gripping member.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2013Date of Patent: December 15, 2015Inventor: Morgan K. Osborne
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Patent number: 9205696Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a grip positioning device that includes a tool receptacle that forms a loop, the loop delineating a tool opening through which a tool may be extended, and a plurality of digit receiving elements each forming a loop, the loops each delineating a finger opening through which a digit of a user may be extended, the digit receiving elements coupled to and positioned about the tool receptacle. The tool receptacle and the digit receiving elements may be constructed from a unitary piece of material and the grip positioning device may further include separators that partition the digit receiving elements from the tool receptacle.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2013Date of Patent: December 8, 2015Assignee: YOUNG OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION PRODUCTS, L.L.C.Inventor: Mary Rose Young
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Patent number: 9022676Abstract: A symmetric rigid writing device comprises two arms and a writing utensil. The writing utensil is permanently attached to the arms. The arms and the writing utensil are made of rigid materials. The arms are symmetric and the writing utensil is positioned at the center between the arms. Each of the arms is shaped like a curved pole. At least one end of each arm is attached to the writing utensil. The user may grasp the writing device by the arms with both hands and execute a writing action.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2013Date of Patent: May 5, 2015Inventor: Dorin Kalif
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Patent number: 8970558Abstract: A digit hood to enable a user to quickly and accurately actuate keys of a hand held device. The digit hood can include a cover configured to be disposed over a digit. The cover can include an opening configured to receive the digit. One or more raised protrusions can extend from the cover and away from the digit for actuating the keys of the hand held device. A plurality of joint holes can be disposed through the cover to allow the digit to bend. A plurality of ventilation holes can be disposed through the cover to provide ventilation to the digit.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2011Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Inventor: Damaris Dixie-Rose Gore
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Patent number: 8961047Abstract: An applicator for a cosmetic product that includes a body, a cosmetic applicator member connected to a first longitudinal end of the body, a holding ring adapted to be engaged around an anterior phalange of one of the user's fingers, with a size adapted to allow simultaneous bearing of two opposite zones of the ring on the finger when the anterior phalange is engaged through the ring, the ring being connected to a second longitudinal end of the body opposite the first, such that the body offers at least one bearing zone for an end phalange of said finger of the user when the anterior phalange is engaged through the ring.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2011Date of Patent: February 24, 2015Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Charlotte Gueret, François Dorlodot Des Essarts
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Publication number: 20150037081Abstract: This invention relates to adapters for attaching a writing instrument or other similar instrument to a person's hand (“Adapter”).Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2014Publication date: February 5, 2015Inventor: John Pauk Sutton
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Patent number: 8894314Abstract: A device for the application of a gel or solid substance to a human body surface is disclosed. The apparatus is comprised of an applicator portion to which gel or solid deodorant is secured and which is coupled to a handle portion. The applicator portion is sized to accommodate a single application of deodorant in a compact format while the handle portion is sized to be grasped between the fingers and thumb of the human hand. The handle portion comprises a moveable connecting point allowing the handle portion to traverse between a storage position and a gripping position during use.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2012Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Inventors: Richard P. Morrow, Patrick Birde
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Publication number: 20140283863Abstract: An applicator configured to allow a user to apply liquids to hard-to-reach areas of the user's body, such as the back. The applicator includes an elongated rectangular body of flexible material with looped ends made with a full-width of the body. The body is configured to receive and support the liquid as the user applies the liquid to their back. The looped ends are configured to allow the user to easily maneuver the applicator while keeping the body taught during application. The user inserts a finger in an opening through each end and pulls the ends in an opposite direction to span the applicator's full elongated length and width. This allows the applicator to reach remote areas of the body while allowing the user to easily apply even pressure along the full width of the liquid soaked applicator to evenly and accurately apply the liquid to a chosen body location.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: September 25, 2014Applicant: Spencer Asset Holding, LLCInventor: Spencer Krenke
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Patent number: 8840157Abstract: An adaptive device for aiding a person with a medical condition is provided. The adaptive device is attached to a hand or limb and includes a platform. A bumper is positioned on the platform to aid in the positioning and securing of the device. A holder extends from the platform, either perpendicularly or at an angle to the platform. The holder is configured to receive an item to aid the individual in everyday tasks. The device also includes securing members, which may be straps that are connected to the device to further aid in securing the device to the user. Additionally, the device may include cushions or other comfort members on the bumper, platform, and/or holder.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2012Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Assignee: Flying Monkey's FoundationInventors: Gabriella J. Dempsey, Kate Murray, Mackenzie Grewell, Zoe Groat, Courtney Pohlen, Maria Werner Anderson
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Patent number: 8814455Abstract: A cosmetic device for applying makeup onto the lip area. The cosmetic device includes a top layer. The top layer includes a cosmetic applicator. The cosmetic device also includes a bottom layer aligned with and attached to the top layer. The top and bottom layers are attached in a two-dimensional manner so as to seal the cosmetic applicator and a product area between the top and the bottom layer.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2011Date of Patent: August 26, 2014Inventor: Debra Golden
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Patent number: 8747002Abstract: The subject wearable ring assembly comprises a ring shank portion, integrally or mechanically connected to a personal care product receptacle, which is mechanically or frictionally connected to a protective cap element configured to contain and protect personal care products stored in the receptacle. The ring shank portion is sized to fit a wearer's finger or is adjustable to fit a wearer's finger. The ring is made from jewelry grade materials selected from precious metals such as gold and silver or costume jewelry grade materials selected from non-precious metals, thermo-formable plastic resins, ceramics, leather, fabrics or woven materials.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2011Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Inventor: Gdalyahu Izkovitz
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Patent number: 8714422Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed to conveniently carry a mobile device, among others, on a wrist brace. The systems include a case to enclose the mobile device and a system to wear the apparatus on a wrist. The system is comprised of the case; a case tether coupled to the case; a wristband tether coupled to a wrist brace; a finger ring to loop around a finger and a case lock to secure the case in a closed position. Also presented, a method to carry and use the device while tethered to a wrist.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2012Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Inventor: David Chen Yu
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Publication number: 20140107596Abstract: A lotion distribution device is configured to apply lotion to a back area that is unreachable by human hands. The lotion distribution device includes an applicator twisted and tied to form a left loop and a right loop. The applicator has a porous property that enables the applicator to store the lotion. The human hands can hold the left loop and the right loop to apply the applicator and thus the lotion to the back area.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Inventor: Richard Dean KEEFHAVER
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Publication number: 20130322948Abstract: A writing utensil holding system that includes a band, where the band is capable of being place around a user's hand; and a writing utensil holder attached to the band, where the holder is capable of receiving a writing utensil. The utensil holder may be configured in a loop-type fashion. In one exemplary embodiment, the band and holder may be made of elastic material.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 5, 2012Publication date: December 5, 2013Inventor: GIANNA F. MADDOX
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Publication number: 20130287469Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a grip positioning device that includes a tool receptacle that forms a loop, the loop delineating a tool opening through which a tool may be extended, and a plurality of digit receiving elements each forming a loop, the loops each delineating a finger opening through which a digit of a user may be extended, the digit receiving elements coupled to and positioned about the tool receptacle. The tool receptacle and the digit receiving elements may be constructed from a unitary piece of material and the grip positioning device may further include separators that partition the digit receiving elements from the tool receptacle.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2013Publication date: October 31, 2013Applicant: YOUNG OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION PRODUCTS, L.L.C.Inventor: Mary Rose Young
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Publication number: 20130266360Abstract: Self-retaining writing instruments include a bistable metal body that is selectively positionable and retainable in a coiled configuration and alternatively in an elongated configuration, and a writing element, such as a pencil, pen, marker, or stylus, disposed at a first end of the writing instrument. The coiled configuration may be suitable for coiling around an object and the elongated configuration may be suitable for use as a writing instrument. The bistable metal body may be configured to automatically assume the coiled configuration when flexed to a certain degree while in the elongated configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: James Michael Elmore
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Patent number: 8536104Abstract: The hand soap bar with tether is a bar of hand soap having a built-in tether. The tether includes an elastic band that can be attached to a user's wrist. An anchor member is encased in the soap bar. One end of the tether is attached to the anchor member. An elastic loop defines the other end of the tether.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2012Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Inventor: Hector Roman-Barcelo
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Publication number: 20130101332Abstract: The present invention is a disposable bath brush intended for two to three uses in the shower or bath. This bath brush has bath gel and moisturizer stored in containers within the brush. Either of these fluids may be dispensed by applying pressure to the individual container or a release button, thereby causing the respective fluid to flow out of an opening at the front center of the brush. Also included is a retractable handle to provide a user with an extended gripping surface for reaching the back of the body and the feet. The front of the brush comprises bristles of any of a variety of materials and of an adequate length to provide a thorough cleansing experience.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2011Publication date: April 25, 2013Inventor: Linda M. Arkwright
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Patent number: 8403897Abstract: A unitary biodegradable, absorbent flexible back and body strap for selectively applying a protective substance and a skin-protective agent to a user's body, the strap having an elongated thin parallelepiped midportion, a biconcave first gripping end, and an opposite biconcave second gripping end, each end having a tip narrower in width than the midportion. The midportion is impregnated with a protective substance, which may be a body lotion, sunscreen, insect repellant, or a combination of sunscreen and insect repellant. At least one protective agent layer may be disposed on a midportion top side, which contains a skin-protective agent. The user alternatingly pulls the first gripping end and the second end from side to side across the desired body portion to selectively apply the protective substance and the skin-protective agent discards the strap whereinafter the strap biodegrades.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2010Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Inventor: Michael A. Hayes
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Patent number: 8398323Abstract: The dental appliance includes a pouch for an index finger with a dentifrice carrying pad. The pouch covers the index finger to at least a midsection region. The dentifrice pad is atop the user's finger pad surface. The pouch has an elongated tail which extends proximally to at least beyond the thumb of the user. The tail has one or many thumb holes, located at a proximal region, and the user, upon insertion of his or her finger in the pouch, pulls the tail and insert his or her thumb in the thumb hole. Therefore, the thumb hole is adapted to encircle the thumb of the user when the pouch is mounted on the user's index finger. The tail may be elastic. The dentifrice pad (with dry powder) sometimes includes bumps or ridges. Alternatively, the tail may be long to wrap around the wrist of the user.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2010Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Inventor: Paul Kotturan
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Publication number: 20120230750Abstract: A cosmetic device for applying makeup onto the lip area. The cosmetic device includes a top layer. The top layer includes a cosmetic applicator. The cosmetic device also includes a bottom layer aligned with and attached to the top layer. The top and bottom layers are attached in a two-dimensional manner so as to seal the cosmetic applicator and a product area between the top and the bottom layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2011Publication date: September 13, 2012Inventor: Debra Golden
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Publication number: 20120212003Abstract: An adaptive device for aiding a person with a medical condition is provided. The adaptive device is attached to a hand or limb and includes a platform. A bumper is positioned on the platform to aid in the positioning and securing of the device. A holder extends from the platform, either perpendicularly or at an angle to the platform. The holder is configured to receive an item to aid the individual in everyday tasks. The device also includes securing members, which may be straps that are connected to the device to further aid in securing the device to the user. Additionally, the device may include cushions or other comfort members on the bumper, platform, and/or holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2012Publication date: August 23, 2012Applicant: FLYING MONKEY'S FOUNDATIONInventors: Gabriella J. Dempsey, Kate Murray, Mackenzie Grewell, Zoe Groat, Courtney Pohlen, Maria Werner Anderson
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Patent number: 8226316Abstract: A method and apparatus for applying insect repellant is disclosed. In a particular embodiment, the method includes filling a bag with powder, joining a bottom edge of the bag to a bottom edge of a sleeve adapted to removably cover the bag, and patting the bag over surface areas releasing the insect repellant in a desired quantity. The method includes providing a bag handle secured to a top edge of the bag and adapted to be grasped by a user to slide the sleeve down and pull the bag out. The sleeve is adapted to be grasped by the user when patting the bag over surface areas releasing the insect repellant. The method further includes providing a sleeve handle secured to the sleeve and adapted to be grasped by a user when sliding the sleeve back up over the bag.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2008Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Inventor: Christopher J. Laursen
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Publication number: 20120170962Abstract: A Writing Instrument or Stylus Appendage for Attachment with a Finger includes a finger retainer, a member retainer, and a stem. The finger retainer and the member retainer are connected to each other by a stem. The second distal end of the stem is rounded to form a ball-socket joint which enables the articulation of the apparatus in a variety of angles and positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2010Publication date: July 5, 2012Inventors: Augustine Nwapa-Jourdan, Eric McDonald, Jimmy Garrey
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Publication number: 20120128399Abstract: The invention concerns an applicator (1) for cosmetic product, comprising: a pad element (2) having a first side for application of the cosmetic product and a second side opposite the first side, and a support element (3) comprising a central attached portion (8) and two side grasping portions (9, 10) arranged either side of the central attached portion (8), the central attached portion (8) being attached onto the second side (5) of the pad element (2), wherein the support element (3) is formed from a planar blank having two slots, each slot forming a space separating the central attached portion (8) from a side grasping portion (9, 10).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2011Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: Albea ServicesInventors: Michel Limongi, Vincent Lequeux
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Publication number: 20120118313Abstract: A lotion applicator is provided comprising a specially designed applicator comprised of an elongated panel manufactured of malleable plastic material. Elongate and rectangular in shape, the Extra Hand measures approximately twenty-eight inches in length and two and one-half inches in width. For practical purposes, positioned at each end of the unit is an integrated, nonskid strap-like handle, with which the user easily controls the device. Thus, the user comfortably grips both ends of the unit and slides the panel up and down the back or other hard to reach areas, evenly applying lotion to their body. The Extra Hand is produced in a number of striking colors or printed designs.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2011Publication date: May 17, 2012Inventor: Tabatha Forgue
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Patent number: 8156598Abstract: Personal hygiene devices designed to aid physically impaired persons to clean their own recto-genital area following urination, defecation, menstruation, or sweating. The devices include an elongated flexible strip made from one or two elongated individual sheets affixed together and of a length sufficient to extend between the user's legs and of a width sufficient to generally cover the recto-genital area. The strip has an absorbent middle portion for engaging the user's recto-genital area and respective dependent end portions having respective thumb holes therethrough for easy gripping in-hand. An absorbent pad is positioned at the middle portion retained by the individual sheets to increase the absorbency thereof. The device is used by gripping the end portions in-hand optionally using the thumb holes with the middle portion extending between the user's legs.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2004Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Inventor: Karen S. McDowell
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Publication number: 20110250002Abstract: A multi-tipped device is disclosed. The device includes a central ring to receive a finger; and first and second portions oppositely extended from the central ring, each of the first and second portions including an elongated housing extending from the central ring and a tip at a distal end of the housing, wherein the ring and the tip are rotatable around the finger.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2011Publication date: October 13, 2011Inventor: Ketan Vora
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Publication number: 20110222952Abstract: The invention relates to an applicator for a cosmetic product that includes a body, a cosmetic applicator member connected to a first longitudinal end of the body, a holding ring adapted to be engaged around an anterior phalange of one of the user's fingers, with a size adapted to allow simultaneous bearing of two opposite zones of the ring on the finger when the anterior phalange is engaged through the ring, the ring being connected to a second longitudinal end of the body opposite the first, such that the body offers at least one bearing zone for an end phalange of said finger of the user when the anterior phalange is engaged through the ring.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2011Publication date: September 15, 2011Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Charlotte GUERET, François Dorlodot Des Essarts
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Patent number: 7895768Abstract: Some embodiments of the invention provide a moisture absorbent hand-covering device that is in the form and shape of a glove for drying. In some embodiments, the drying glove of this invention has a first outer layer and a second inner layer. The outer layer comprises at least one layer of material with propensity to absorb at least one type of liquid. In some embodiments, the second inner layer comprises at least one layer of material with propensity to repel at least one type of liquid. The outer layer absorbs the liquid for the purpose of removing it. The inner layer resists passage of the liquid, and thus protects the hand of the user during operation. In some embodiments, the liquid absorbed is water, and the liquid repelled is water.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2008Date of Patent: March 1, 2011Inventors: Behrouz Vossoughi, Patra Bashouki
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Patent number: 7722271Abstract: A finger attachable writing apparatus includes a housing with a top wall, a bottom wall and a peripheral wall that is attached to and extends between the top and bottom walls. The housing has a first end and a second end. A conduit is coupled to and is angled downwardly from the bottom wall. An aperture extends into a free end of the conduit and into an interior of the housing. A finger engaging member is attached to the housing and is configured to releasably attach the housing to a finger. An ink dispensing assembly is mounted in the housing. The ink dispensing assembly is positionable in a deployed position extending outwardly of the conduit or in a stored position. The ink dispensing assembly is configured to dispense ink from the conduit when in the deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2006Date of Patent: May 25, 2010Inventor: Gregory L. Harvin
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Patent number: 7661896Abstract: The invention provides systems and methods for a writing instrument that can be manipulated into an infinite number of shapes and configurations. The invention can be applied to relieve minor stress as well as strengthen hand muscles, rehabilitate finger and joint movement, and improve overall range of hand motion. A textured coating can be applied to the surface of each segment that gives the writing instrument a unique feel, thereby creating a pleasant sensation and feel to the hands and fingers. Segments can operate as a holder for a writing instrument body, and similarly can be arranged to provide a creative sculpture. Segments can be removed as desired by the user.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2005Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: Tangle, Inc.Inventor: Richard E. Zawitz
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Publication number: 20090311033Abstract: A bath product includes a flexible main body having an inside provided with a receiving space to receive a soap and a side provided with an entrance connected to the receiving space. Thus, the main body can co-operate with the body lotion or the soap to clean a user's body. In addition, when the main body is combined with the soap, a large number of bubbles are produced by the three-dimensional multi-layer porous hollow structure of the main body to clean the user's body easily and quickly. Further, the residual water contained in the main body is drained quickly by the three-dimensional multi-layer porous hollow structure of the main body, thereby enhancing the drying effect of the main body.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2008Publication date: December 17, 2009Inventor: Chiu-Fu Lin
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Patent number: 7549686Abstract: A finger fitting product includes a grip of a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape and a finger-through portion including two loops for inserting the middle finger and the third finger of a user thereinto. The finger-through portion is provided at a position close to either one of the longer sides of the surface of the grip so that the grip is just fitted in the palm side when finger fitting product is fitted. On the surface and the back side of the grip, grooves for securing ventilation characteristics when the grip is gripped and preventing the palm from getting sweaty are formed. Furthermore, at a substantially central portion of the grip, a through hole penetrating in the longitudinal direction is formed as appropriate, and in this through hole, a pipe is detachably inserted and fitted.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2006Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Inventor: Fumimaru Watanabe
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Patent number: 7524125Abstract: A liquid soap dispensing and scrubbing tool including an open-topped container for holding a predetermined quantity of liquid soap solution. The container has a circular bottom wall and a cylindrical, side wall that is connected to, and extends upwardly from, the circular bottom wall. The cylindrical, side wall is provided with external, helical threads at its top and a pair of vertically aligned openings. A C-shaped, tubular handle is connected to the first, cylindrical, side wall such that it places the pair of vertically aligned openings in fluid communication with one another. A lid is removably fastened to the top of the container. The lid has a circular, top wall with a number of spaced-apart openings for the passage of liquid soap solution from the container. A second, cylindrical, side wall is connected to, and extends downwardly from, the top wall. The second, cylindrical, side wall is provided with internal, helical threads adapted to screw onto the external, helical threads of the container.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2007Date of Patent: April 28, 2009Inventor: Hubert L. Lambert
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Patent number: 7520447Abstract: The current invention relates to a dispenser comprising a container (A) for holding a product to be dispensed and a dispensing mechanism (B), said dispenser comprises i. a container body (Q) having a bottom (E), and a means for interconnecting said bottom with a side opposite thereto; said container body further including at least one outlet opening (F) arranged in or near the side opposite to said bottom, preferably in or near the upper half of the means interconnecting the bottom with the side opposite to said bottom, ii. a conduct (G) connecting said container body, extending from the outlet opening (F), with said dispensing mechanism, iii. a trigger sprayer (H) and, iv. a neck (K) connecting said trigger sprayer (H) with said conduct (G) wherein said neck (K) and said conduct (G) are linked to said container body (Q) so that said neck (K) and said conduct (G) form a swan-neck or a U-shape extending from said outlet opening (F) so as to exchange air pressure and product to be dispensed.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2003Date of Patent: April 21, 2009Assignee: Monsanto Europe S.A.Inventors: Wim Engelen, Hugo Smid
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Publication number: 20090032046Abstract: The present invention relates to an applicator for applying a cosmetic composition to human keratinous materials or for adding finishing touches to makeup, the applicator comprising: a vibration source including a vibration generator that vibrates at a frequency lying in the range 1 Hz to 500 Hz, a handle, a stem carried by the handle and an applicator or finishing member for coming into contact with keratinous materials.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2008Publication date: February 5, 2009Applicant: L'OREALInventor: Jean-Louis GUERET