Odor Releasing Material Patents (Class 428/905)
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Patent number: 12083252Abstract: A fragrance carrier holder, including: a rear wall, configured to face a mounting surface; a front wall, opposite to the rear wall; a side wall, connected to the front wall and the rear wall; and a cover body, rotatably disposed on a side of the front wall back away from the rear wall; wherein the side wall defines a first opening and a second opening opposite to the first opening; the rear wall defines a plurality of rear-wall through holes, and the front wall defines a plurality of front-wall through holes; the cover body is configured to cover or expose the plurality of front-wall through holes in response to being rotated.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2024Date of Patent: September 10, 2024Inventor: Kongxie Huang
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Patent number: 11980275Abstract: Fragrance sampling device comprising a reservoir in the form of a pouch, having two outside walls facing one another, intended to receive an applicator in the form of a tongue, characterized in that at least one of the faces of the tongue and/or the inside face of at least one of the walls of the pouch contains a fragrant substance and in that the applicator further comprises a grasping means connected to the tongue and fully emerging from the reservoir, the applicator being devoid of means for the temporary connection thereof to the outside walls of the pouch.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2020Date of Patent: May 14, 2024Assignee: IDSCENTInventors: Julie Naso, Maxime Caffon, Michel Caffon
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Patent number: 11896744Abstract: Cartridge for volatile substances in the liquid state, such as insecticides or fragrances, of the type including a tray-shaped container closed on one side with a multilayer film, said multilayer film consisting of at least one internal vapour permeable membrane and one external vapour barrier layer. Directing/assisting means are provided, adapted to direct/assist the removal of just a first portion of the external vapour barrier layer—in the form of notches, weakening lines or strengthening lines—along a desired partition line, for cartridge activation.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2021Date of Patent: February 13, 2024Assignee: ZOBELE HOLDING S.P.A.Inventors: Franco Zobele, Walter Sordo
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Patent number: 11548023Abstract: The present invention relates to an ornamental tactile sanitizer dispenser device for vehicles. The dispenser device functions to tactilely dispense sanitizer for a user and as an ornamental prayer device. The device can be mounted to a dashboard of the vehicle such that the sanitizer device remains within an arm's reach of the driver, thereby enabling the driver to tactilely obtain sanitizer using one hand while controlling the vehicle using the other hand. The device in one embodiment has a pair of bobblehead prayer hands and in another embodiment has a pair of thumbs up hand design. The device comes in a first variant where a nozzle is manually depressed to obtain sanitizer, and a second variant that includes a proximity sensor to automatically depress the nozzle to dispense sanitizer upon detecting a human hand under a nozzle.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2022Date of Patent: January 10, 2023Inventor: Mary Larry
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Patent number: 11534411Abstract: Provided is a composition for forming a coating film directly on the skin by an electrostatic spray, the composition being capable of forming a coating film having excellent skin compatibility, adhesion, and scratch resistance, having a good feel, and being easy to peel. A composition for forming a coating film, for forming a coating film composed of fibers directly on the skin by an electrostatic spray, the composition comprising the following Components (a), (b), (c), and (d): (a) a polymer having a coating film forming ability (b) one or more volatile substances selected from the group consisting of an alcohol and a ketone (c) a plasticizer (d) a feel modifier other than Component (c).Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2019Date of Patent: December 27, 2022Assignee: KAO CORPORATIONInventor: Tatsuya Yoshino
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Patent number: 11534519Abstract: To provide a PTP blister sheet exhibiting a high adsorption effect over prolonged periods, and a PTP blister pack formed from it. A PTP blister sheet having at least a gas barrier layer and an odor adsorption layer, wherein the odor adsorption layer comprises a heat-sealable resin containing an odor adsorption agent, and the odor adsorption agent is formed by a chemical adsorption agent supported on an inorganic porous body, and a PTP blister pack formed from it.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2015Date of Patent: December 27, 2022Assignee: DAI NIPPON PRINTING CO., LTD.Inventors: Naoya Takeuchi, Taeko Matsushita, Koki Akutsu
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Patent number: 11441106Abstract: A particulate fragrance enhancer can include a first fragrance, a fabric softening agent, a coating agent, and a particulate core. The first fragrance, fabric softening agent, and coating agent can be coated onto the particulate core to form the particulate fragrance enhancer.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2017Date of Patent: September 13, 2022Assignee: Henkel AG & Co. KGaAInventor: Leland M. Danzer
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Patent number: 10499629Abstract: The present invention provides a porous sustained-release body in which transparency of a porous carrier changes. The porous sustained-release body includes an inorganic monolithic porous body 1 including a skeleton body 2 of an inorganic compound and air gaps 3,4 having a three-dimensional continuous network structure formed in the skeleton body 2, and a sustained-release liquid absorbed into air gaps 2, 3, wherein the inorganic monolithic porous body 1 is opaque at an initial state, which is a state before absorption of the sustained-release liquid in which air exists in the air gaps, and refractive index of the sustained-release liquid and refractive index of the skeleton body are the same within an error range within which a portion in which the sustained-release liquid is absorbed into the air gaps changes to transparent or semitransparent.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2016Date of Patent: December 10, 2019Assignee: SNG INC.Inventors: Riichi Miyamoto, Hongzhi Bai
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Patent number: 10322954Abstract: Compositions comprising miscible blends of antimicrobial bisguanide compounds with certain thermoplastic polymers are provided. These antimicrobial polymeric materials may be further processed into particulate or fiber form for use in fluid treatment devices and processes. The antimicrobial bisguanide compound, such as chlorhexidine, is distributed at the molecular level within at least one thermoplastic polymer, such as a polyolefin, in which the antimicrobial bisguanide compound is soluble to form a miscible blend, which may be from about 1% to about 25% by weight antimicrobial bisguanide compound. The antimicrobial polymeric materials may be secured in a device for antimicrobial treatment of a fluid. The devices may comprise a housing having at least one inlet orifice and at least one outlet orifice, the antimicrobial polymeric material being secured within the house and configured to contact a fluid flowing through the housing between the inlet orifice and the outlet orifice.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2009Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: HYDRO AIR GLOBAL, LLCInventor: Jan W. Gooch
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Patent number: 10226047Abstract: Fibrous antimicrobial materials for use in structures and barrier applications, such as face masks and wound dressings, have been developed from antimicrobial polymeric materials. The fibrous antimicrobial materials also are particularly suitable for use in air and water filtration. The antimicrobial polymeric materials are prepared from solid solutions of antimicrobial bisguanide compounds blended with certain thermoplastic polymers. The antimicrobial polymeric materials may be extruded into fibers or used in the particulate form for preparation of the nonwoven antimicrobial materials. The antimicrobial bisguanide compound, such as chlorhexidine, are distributed at the molecular level within at least one thermoplastic polymer, such as a polyolefin in which the antimicrobial bisguanide compound is soluble, to form a miscible blend. Methods for their formation and use also are provided.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2014Date of Patent: March 12, 2019Assignee: HYDROAIR GLOBAL, LLCInventors: Jan W. Gooch, Thomas J. Steimer, Sr.
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Patent number: 8980394Abstract: A roll-fed label web for a resealable label includes a label ply and a material that permits non-destructive manipulation of the label ply. An individual resealable label is produced when the web is cut by a label application machine. The label further includes an active portion.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2011Date of Patent: March 17, 2015Assignee: Quality Assured Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Joseph D. Franko, Sr., Joseph D. Franko, Jr.
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Patent number: 8968647Abstract: A multi-layer article is provided containing a sorbent layer having a first side and a second side; a vapor permeable or microporous layer adjacent to at least a portion of at least one of the first side and second side of the sorbent layer; optionally, a second vapor permeable or microporous layer on a side of the vapor permeable or microporous layer not adjacent to the sorbent layer; optionally, a vapor impermeable layer adjacent to a portion of the sorbent layer not adjacent to the vapor permeable or microporous layer; and an active composition having at least one volatile component; wherein the sorbent layer contains the active composition, and each layer is capable of being formed into a required shape or structure; and a method for its use in treating the atmosphere of an environment such as a compartment or localized space.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2013Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: Julius Sämann Ltd.Inventors: Albert Michael Fischer, Matthew Thomas Kuhn, Robert Richard Ziek, Jr., Robert St Clair Donovan
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Patent number: 8916140Abstract: A polymeric composition comprising a copolymer of ethylene with at least another monomer comprising at least a heteroatom, a tackifier, less than 10% of a compatible plasticizer or blend of plasticizers and a volatile material. The compositions are able to deliver effectively the volatile material incorporated for a long time and also have good adhesion properties on most substrates.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2011Date of Patent: December 23, 2014Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Calum MacBeath, Italo Corzani, Lamia Delphine Mimassi
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Patent number: 8666234Abstract: An aroma dispensing device includes a flexible film having opposite first and second sides, with the first side having a releasable agent to removably adhere the film to a surface. An aroma source is mounted to the second side of the film for dispensing a fragrance to an area adjacent the surface. The film adheres by static cling or an adhesive which does not leave a residue on the surface when the film is removed. The device may include an activator for actuating dispensement of the fragrance from the aroma source, as well as a power source for actuating a fan and providing power to the activator.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2007Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Inventors: Daryl A. Michael, Jennifer L. Michael
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Patent number: 8556441Abstract: The present invention relates to a fragrance emitting article in the form of a lamp shade comprising: an outer surface, where at least one fragrance is applied to the outer surface; and an inner surface, where at least one fragrance is applied to the inner surface. In one exemplary embodiment, the lamp shade includes a pyramidal structure that includes an open top having a periphery and an open base having a periphery. A supporting frame maintains the pyramidal structure, where the supporting frame is coupled with the periphery of the structure at the open top and the open base.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2009Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Inventors: Matthew Battle, Frederick Battle
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Patent number: 8475550Abstract: A method for injecting a chemical, such as an odorant, from a chemical supply into a fluid-containing system such as a natural gas or an LPG pipeline. A tank of odorant is maintained at a pressure above ambient, but below pipeline pressure. An injection conduit communicates the odorant tank with the pipeline. A hydraulic pressure booster is located in the injection conduit for pressurizing the chemical to a pressure above that of the pipeline. Flow-control apparatus located within the injection conduit for metering chemical to be injected into the pipeline is either (a) drip-style metering valve adjustable between a drop-wise setting and a steady-flow setting or (b) a pair of valves one of which is a flow valve allowing larger volumes to be injected and the other which is a drop-wise flow valve for metering smaller volumes of the chemical.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2012Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Assignee: Sentry Equipment Corp.Inventor: Mark Zeck
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Patent number: 8474637Abstract: An aroma delivery system comprising aroma compound entrapped in a polymeric matrix.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2010Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Assignee: PepsiCo, Inc.Inventors: Naijie Zhang, Peter Given
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Patent number: 8440265Abstract: A scratch-and-sniff coating is provided comprised of a first coating on a substrate having a water- and heat-resistant second coating thereon, the first coating being comprised of a non-encapsulated flavor/fragrance component and a polysaccharide component, and the second coating comprised of a shellac component. The scratch-and-sniff coating is made by forming a first coating comprised of a non-encapsulated flavor/fragrance component and a polysaccharide component and drying the first coating, and forming a water- and heat-resistant shellac-containing second coating on the first coating, and drying the second coating. An encapsulated flavor/fragrance component may optionally be present in the first coating. The scratch-and-sniff coating can be applied to a package for a consumer article.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2010Date of Patent: May 14, 2013Assignee: Appleton Papers Inc.Inventor: Biao Duan
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Patent number: 8349038Abstract: A system is shown for injecting a chemical, such as an odorant, from a chemical supply into a fluid containing system such as a natural gas pipeline or an LPG pipeline. A tank of odorant is maintained at a pressure above ambient, but below the pressure of the pipeline. An injection conduit communicates the odorant tank with the pipeline. A hydraulic pressure booster is located in the injection conduit for pressurizing the chemical to a pressure above that of the pipeline, the hydraulic booster having a first side which communicates with the chemical in the injection conduit and another, isolated side which is exposed to hydraulic pressure but which is isolated from the chemical being injected. A flow control valve may be located within the injection conduit for metering chemical to be injected into the pipeline.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2009Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: Sentry Equipment Corp.Inventor: Mark Zeck
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Patent number: 8293170Abstract: The present scent distributor is a cartridge for attaching to a permeable substrate such as an air filter or humidifier pad. The cartridge housing is configured to hold the scenting media, said housing including a body and a cover; a plurality of openings in said housing to allow air to flow through at least a portion of said housing for interaction with the scenting media; a restrictor that slidingly engages with said housing to selectively restrict the flow of air through said housing; and an attachment device on said housing to attach said housing to a porous substrate.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2011Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: RPS Products, Inc.Inventor: Daniel E. Schuld
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Patent number: 8286894Abstract: A thermoformed container is provided for evaporating volatile substances, which is provided with means enabling such container to withstand high temperatures without experiencing deformations which deteriorate its functionality or appearance. The container has a reinforcing film having a deformation temperature exceeding the plastic material sheet with which the container is obtained. Also disclosed is a method for manufacturing said container.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2010Date of Patent: October 16, 2012Assignee: Zobele Espana, S.A.Inventors: David Moreno Perez, Jose Antonio Munoz Martinez, Ruben Garcia Fabrega, Andrea Caserta
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Patent number: 8277940Abstract: A scent emitting patch remains securely attached to the skin of a wearer and is appointed for controlled release of scents. The patch is constructed having an external top layer and backing layer with a skin-contacting portion. The skin-contacting segment contains an adhesive. At least one reservoir comprising pockets or microcapsules containing a scent is disposed in at least one portion of the backing layer. These pockets or microcapsules are operative to rupture upon application of pressure or scratching by the patch wearer. Upon rupture, scent is delivered to the skin to emit aroma. Pockets containing the scent are formed in the backing layer. Microcapsules, if present, are preferably incorporated in the adhesive. A plethora of aromas are provided in the form of a perfume or cologne and correlating shapes can be used to form the patch. Scent is released at the skin-contact interface when pressure is applied ruptures the pockets or microcapsules, permitting controlled release at the wearer's election.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2009Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Inventors: Marcela N. Desiderio, Ernest D. Buff
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Patent number: 8238970Abstract: Provided is a mobile communication terminal having an aromatic function and a terminal charger for the same. The terminal charger for charging a mobile terminal having an absorbent material disposed therein includes a charger body having a mounting space formed at one part thereof and in which the terminal is mounted; and an aromatic supply part installed in the charger body for supplying an aromatic agent into the absorbent material.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2008Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ja-Won Seo, Young-Kwon Yoon, Yong-Gu Lee
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Patent number: 8133325Abstract: This dry cleaning method for a plasma processing apparatus is a dry cleaning method for a plasma processing apparatus that includes: a vacuum container provided with a dielectric member; a planar electrode and a high-frequency antenna that are provided outside the dielectric member; and a high-frequency power source that supplies high-frequency power to both the high-frequency antenna and the planar electrode, to thereby introduce high-frequency power into the vacuum container via the dielectric member and produce an inductively-coupled plasma, the method comprising the steps of: introducing a gas including fluorine into the vacuum container and also introducing high-frequency power into the vacuum container from the high-frequency power source, to thereby produce an inductively-coupled plasma in the gas including fluorine; and by use of the inductively-coupled plasma, removing a product including at least one of a precious metal and a ferroelectric that is adhered to the dielectric member.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2008Date of Patent: March 13, 2012Assignee: ULVAC, Inc.Inventors: Masahisa Ueda, Yutaka Kokaze, Mitsuhiro Endou, Koukou Suu
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Patent number: 8048363Abstract: A container having a scented label attached using an in-mold label process and methods of making the same. A scented material is supplied to the label, and the label is attached to the container using an in-mold label process. In another embodiment, a container comprises an interior cavity for retaining a substance, and a label adapted to dispense a scent, wherein the label is disposed on an exterior surface of the container using an in-mold label process. The scent may be suggestive of the content of the container.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2006Date of Patent: November 1, 2011Assignee: Kimberly Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert Samuel Schlaupitz, Timothy P. Clare, Marilyn A. Roberts
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Patent number: 8043606Abstract: A polymeric composition comprising a copolymer of ethylene with at least another monomer comprising at least a heteroatom, a tackifier, less than 10% of a compatible plasticizer or blend of plasticizers and a volatile material. The compositions are able to deliver effectively the volatile material incorporated for a long time and also have good adhesion properties on most substrates.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2006Date of Patent: October 25, 2011Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Calum MacBeath, Italo Corzani, Lamia Delphine Mimassi
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Patent number: 8003116Abstract: A fragrance sample is provided which is made from two plies (a bottom ply and a top ply) of material. A cosmetic (such as a wet fragrance) sample is deposited on the bottom ply. A wall is formed in at least one of the plies and is sized and shaped to surround the sample. The two plies are then adhered together to form a liquid tight seal between the two plies. The bottom ply can be provided with a flow barrier to impede the flow of the sample-on the bottom ply.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2002Date of Patent: August 23, 2011Assignee: Orlandi, Inc.Inventor: Sven Dobler
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Patent number: 7988073Abstract: A dispenser for dispensing jets of air laden with fragrance, the dispenser being characterized in that it includes a deformable flexible pouch of variable internal volume containing fragrance microcapsules, the pouch initially being substantially empty of air with the fragrance microcapsules intact, the fragrance microcapsules being broken the first time air enters into the pouch, in such a manner as to load the air in the pouch with fragrance, the pouch including an orifice through which the air penetrates into the pouch, and through which the fragrance-laden air leaves the pouch when the volume of the pouch is varied.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2009Date of Patent: August 2, 2011Assignee: Valois SASInventors: Jean-Jacques Ligny, Herve Pennaneac'h
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Patent number: 7980486Abstract: Disclosed are dispensers for volatile materials. There is a container in the form of a well having an internal cavity, a volatile chemical positioned in the cavity, and a multi-layer covering enclosing the cavity. The covering has a lower section that is gas permeable, and an upper section removably bound to the lower section that is not. Embodiments include when (a) the lower section has a top layer that is a blend of high density polyethylene and low density polyethylene; the upper section has a bottom layer that has a mixture of polypropylene and a propylene/ethylene copolymer; and/or the lower section has an upper layer that has low density polyethylene but the lower section does not contain ultra low density polyethylene. These features help prevent premature leakage at the bond between the upper section and lower section.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2009Date of Patent: July 19, 2011Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: John S. Trent, Anne T. Maghasi
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Patent number: 7947357Abstract: A method of placing a logo on an article or substrate by placing a contrast sheet behind the logo and a blocking sheet therebetween to prevent a shadow effect. The contrast sheet and blocking sheet may be hidden within the hem of an article.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2006Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Walter G. Bauer, Kroy D. Johnson, Thomas D. Ehlert, Patrick S. McNichols
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Patent number: 7926735Abstract: An apparatus for dispersing a fragrance compound. The apparatus includes a fragrance compound impregnated porous carrier with a film wrapped there about to form an envelope hermetically sealed along at least a first seam in the film. The film is perforated with at least a first slit to define a vent opening removable portion retained to the envelope with at least a first tab of film bridging the first slit. A film vent closure is adhesively applied to the envelope about the vent opening removable portion, thereby forming a substantially complete hermetic seal of the interior of the envelope about the porous carrier. Upon removal, the film vent closure adhesively pulls the vent opening removable portion from the envelope, and the first tab of film is torn, so as to form a vent opening in the envelope, and thereby enabling the fragrance compound to disperse through the vent opening.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2008Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Inventor: David D. Mobley
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Patent number: 7600668Abstract: A consumer pack with flexible outerwrap around the pack has a tear tape between the pack and the outerwrap for separating the outerwrap into upper and lower portions when the consumer pack is opened. A multi-layer aromatic strip is positioned on an outer surface of the outerwrap just outside the tear tape, and the aromatic strip is secured thereto by an adhesive layer. The aromatic strip includes a fibrous substrate soaked with fragrance and an outer barrier surface that seals in the fragrance. When the tear tape separates the outerwrap into upper and lower portions, the outer barrier surface and the fibrous substrate are broken open to release fragrance to the surroundings.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2006Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Assignee: Philip Morris USA Inc.Inventor: Xuan Pham
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Patent number: 7426799Abstract: A display frame with a refill holder comprises a transparent block with front and rear faces. A U-shaped mounting member is attached to the rear face about an outer periphery of same. The U-shaped mounting member has an inwardly extending wall. A channel is formed in a space between the rear face and the inwardly extending wall. A protrusion is attached to the rear face of the frame, wherein the protrusion in combination with the inwardly extending wall are configured to distance the rear face from a support surface when the frame is in a substantially horizontal position and provide a substantially unimpeded air passage adjacent the rear face.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2006Date of Patent: September 23, 2008Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey J. Christianson, Marissa A. K. Schultz, Stephen B. Leonard, Stacey L. Forkner, Heather R. Schramm, Kara L. Lakatos
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Patent number: 7407114Abstract: An air freshening apparatus comprises a plant pot-shaped main body, an end cap body and a scent-emitting composition. The plant pot-shaped main body has a cavity therein defining an open end portion of the plant pot-shaped main body and a closed end portion of the plant pot-shaped main body. The scented air passage extends through the closed end portion of the plant pot-shaped main body. The end cap body is rotatably mounted on an exterior portion of the plant pot-shaped main body. The end cap body has a scented air passage extending therethrough and the end cap body is movable between a position where the scented air passages are at least partially aligned and a position where the scented air passages are fully misaligned. The scent-emitting composition is disposed within the cavity of the plant pot-shaped main body.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2006Date of Patent: August 5, 2008Inventor: Erica Lee Carter
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Patent number: 7354667Abstract: Articles and method for utilization of aromatherapeutic agents in both entertainment and therapeutic situations or a combination thereof, the invention contemplates the disposition of aromatherapeutic agents on or in substrates of varying description such that pressure applied to such substrates causes release of the aromatherapeutic agents to thereby cause aromas from said aromatherapeutic agents to be sensed at least by a user of the articles. Aromatherapeutic agents can be encapsulated and caused to adhere to a substrate having low-tack adhesive on at least portions thereof such that the substrate can be removable and replaceably attached to an object intended to be struck or peeled by a user to release the encapsulated aromatherapeutic agent. Aromatherapteutic agents carried by an appropriate carrier can be placed in or on a projectile to be thrown against an object causing release for an intended affect.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2003Date of Patent: April 8, 2008Inventor: Christine L. Knapp
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Patent number: 7309664Abstract: A substrate, its process of manufacture, and its applications. The substrate includes a fibrous material which is provided, over at least a portion of its surface and/or within its thickness, with a coating with photocatalytic properties including a semi-conducting material with photocatalytic properties of the oxide or sulphide type.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 1999Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Assignee: Saint-Gobain RechercheInventors: Christian Marzolin, Arnaud Marchal, Xavier Talpaert
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Publication number: 20070231508Abstract: A scented flower including a flower head having holes to permit the release of a scent and a removable stalk for containing a scented substance that will gradually release a scent through the holes of the flower head when the stalk is coupled to the head. Flower heads of various shapes, sizes, color, and types may be paired with stalks of various shapes, sizes, color, and types. In addition, the stalk may include a variety of scented substances. Accordingly, a multitude of combinations of scents, stalks, and flowers are provided, and may be interchanged at the whim of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2006Publication date: October 4, 2007Inventors: Erica Fand, Shelley Kohan
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Patent number: 7235707Abstract: An absorbent article contains a hydrophilic fiber processed by a water-soluble deodorant containing a graft polymer having a deodorant functional group. This constitution ensures to have large deodorizing function per unit weight, compared to a particulate deodorant. Consequently, the constitution allows to decrease a weight of the deodorant and to excel in deodorizing function. Moreover, it is unnecessary to fix the deodorant and easy to compound with the absorbent article. Therefore, it allows to obtain an absorbent article having excellent aesthetics and cleanness.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2003Date of Patent: June 26, 2007Assignee: Uni-Charm CorporationInventors: Kazuaki Onishi, Takayuki Hisanaka
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Patent number: 7213770Abstract: A volatile material dispensing system with a dispenser for providing controlled release of a volatile material, the dispenser being attached to a display frame, and having at least one protrusion. Protrusions are disposed on a face of the frame to distance the membrane from a delicate surface. The system prevents and/or hinders concentration of volatile material gases that could harm a delicate surface and resists tipping from a substantially vertical position.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2004Date of Patent: May 8, 2007Assignee: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Edward J. Martens, III, Stephen B. Leonard, Heather R. Schramm, Kara L. Lakatos
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Patent number: 7188780Abstract: An indicator system with a dispenser providing controlled release of a volatile material contained within a dispenser, which indicates the exhaustion of the volatile material. The dispenser includes a blister that contains a vapor permeable membrane that collapses on a bottom wall due to internal vacuum forces created by the evacuation of volatile material. As the membrane collapses the remaining volatile material migrates to the periphery of the dispenser thereby indicating exhaustion of the volatile material.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2004Date of Patent: March 13, 2007Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventor: Edward J. Martens, III
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Patent number: 7147171Abstract: There is provided a diffuser for volatile material such as a volatile aromatic or chemical agent. The diffuser has a flexible casing having one or more vent holes formed therein and a breakable glass capsule hermetically enclosing a volatile agent. The capsule is contained in the flexible casing. A liquid-absorbent member is adapted to hold the volatile liquid.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2005Date of Patent: December 12, 2006Assignee: Lumica CorporationInventors: Shiro Harada, Masahiko Fujita
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Patent number: 7048203Abstract: The first object of the present invention is to provide a diffuser for volatile material such as a volatile aromatic or chemical agent, capable of promptly diffusing the volatile constituent of the liquid into a surrounding air in a simple operation. The second object of the present invention is to enable a long-term storage. The third object is to provide a compact diffuser enabling a user to enjoy different aroma according to a time and a place. The diffuser has a flexible casing having an inner space and a vent hole formed therein and a breakable glass capsule enclosing a volatile material, and a liquid-absorbent member.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2002Date of Patent: May 23, 2006Assignee: Lumica CorporationInventors: Shiro Harada, Masahiko Fujita
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Patent number: 7045204Abstract: The present invention provides a fragrant ornament that releases fragrance only when people who use the ornament change the shape of the ornament by pulling, kneading and squashing. Also, the present invention comprises a fragrant ornament having a fragrance container, which is made of elastic material and has fragrance release pores that completely or approximately hold the aromatic substance inside and generally release fragrance when the shape of the fragrance container is changed.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2003Date of Patent: May 16, 2006Assignee: E-Anthree Systems Inc.Inventor: Yasushi Enguchi
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Patent number: 6991842Abstract: A scent dispersing apparatus, such as a mat, capable of enclosing a scent-containing element inside an air-filled cavity. A housing contains a means for air ventilation, such as small air holes, for dispersion of scent. When the housing receives a force, such as a user exerting pressure upon on the housing, air is pushed from the air cavity outward through the air holes, thereby, dispersing scent contained in the scented insert. Additional air enters the air cavity once the pressure is released through an elastic rebound effect.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2003Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Inventor: Marni Hurwitz
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Patent number: 6969024Abstract: A toilet paper roll holder vapor-dispensing device configured with an internal material delivery system and high intensity volatizable material. A toilet paper roll holder vapor-dispensing device is configured with adjustable vents and may be configured to have a tamper proof material delivery system. The device may also be configured to increase dispensation of a fragrance when toilet paper is taken off the toilet paper roll through a number of configurations such as using high intensity fragrance (e.g., scented oil). The toilet paper roll holder is configured to be substantially stationary when toilet paper is removed from a roll of toilet paper supported by the holder.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2003Date of Patent: November 29, 2005Assignee: The Dial CorporationInventors: Mengtao Pete He, Carl Triplett, Paul Pappalardo
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Patent number: 6899931Abstract: A material includes a first film layer that carries an electric charge, a second film layer secured to the first film layer to form a pocket and a volatile substance disposed in the pocket.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2001Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Assignee: S. C. Johnson Home Storage, Inc.Inventors: Jose Porchia, Julie M. Grissmeyer, Frederick H. Martin, Pamela J. Taylor
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Publication number: 20040144884Abstract: A toilet paper roll holder vapor-dispensing device configured with an internal material delivery system and high intensity volatizable material. A toilet paper roll holder vapor-dispensing device is configured with adjustable vents and may be configured to have a tamper proof material delivery system. The device may also be configured to increase dispensation of a fragrance when toilet paper is taken off the toilet paper roll through a number of configurations such as using high intensity fragrance (e.g., scented oil). The toilet paper roll holder is configured to be substantially stationary when toilet paper is removed from a roll of toilet paper supported by the holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2003Publication date: July 29, 2004Inventors: Mengtao Pete He, Carl Triplett, Paul Pappalardo
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Patent number: 6755350Abstract: The invention relates to a sensual pressure sensitive adhesive label comprising an image having at least one overcoat layer over said image wherein said overcoat layer comprises comprising at least one tactile or olfactory featureType: GrantFiled: December 21, 2001Date of Patent: June 29, 2004Assignee: Eastman Kodak CompanyInventors: William T. Rochford, Robert P. Bourdelais, Mridula Nair
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Patent number: 6746750Abstract: The present invention provides a generally planar closed envelope device formed from material having vapor barrier properties, which envelope comprises a base layer (1) and a cover layer (4) applied to the base layer (1) and a continuous or discontinuous seal (4) therebetween, characterized in that: a) each of the base (1) and cover (3) layers carries a fluid composition (2) containing a liquid volatile material upon a selected area of the opposed faces thereof; f) the base (1) and cover (3) layers are formed by folding over a single piece of sheet material so as to bring the selected areas of the base (1) and cover (3) layers into opposing register with one another; and g) there is separable and reformable seal (4) between the base (1) and cover (3) layers to retain them in the folded configuration. The invention also provides a method for making such a device.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2000Date of Patent: June 8, 2004Assignee: AKI, Inc.Inventor: Derek Albert Bishopp
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Patent number: RE39905Abstract: A method for applying air freshener within an automobile is disclosed. The method includes the steps of retrieving an air freshener card, locating a substantially hidden position within the automobile, and placing the air freshener card at the substantially hidden position. An air freshener card and method for making the same is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2002Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Inventor: David Mobley