Abstract: A dry erase panel assembly for use as a teaching aid includes a first panel with a top edge, a bottom edge, a left edge, and a right edge. The first panel includes a writing section that is adapted to eraseably receive markings thereon. The panel assembly further includes a second panel with a top edge, a bottom edge, a left edge, a right edge, and a holding section. The second panel is secured to the first panel along the left edge and the right edge, whereby the holding section is spaced from the writing section to define a gap therebetween adapted to receive an information template.

Abstract: A dry erase board is provided with a relief image. There may be a reinforcement behind the relief image to prevent it from distorting during use. The board may include a frame and means for securing a dry erase marker to the board.

Abstract: The invention relates to a message center including a substantially rectangular tray having side walls, a raised peripheral edge adjacent the side walls and at least one raised dividing wall having dividing wall ends, the dividing wall being connected on its ends to the raised peripheral edge defining at least first and second recessed sections. One of the recessed section includes a non-electronic visual display component. A second recessed section includes an audio record/playback device. At least one of the side walls contains an opening for holding a writing utensil. The message center also includes a back cover attached to the tray defining a cavity on an opposite side of the tray from the recessed sections between the back cover and the tray, the back cover including means for attaching the message center to a surface.

Abstract: A flexible writing board has either adhesive or hook-and-loop fastening means on the back to adhere it to a wall surface.

Abstract: A magnetic drawing apparatus including image forming means, image erasing means, motion generating means, movement control means and a main housing, wherein: the image forming means include a plurality of magnetic cells which collectively define an image forming surface, the magnetic cell contains a viscous fluid and magnetic powder; the image erasing means include a magnetic image eraser which is adjacent to the image forming means, the magnetic image eraser is connected to the motion generating means and is movable relative to the image forming means; and the movement control means include means for actuating the motion generating means and means for selecting the direction of movement of the magnetic image eraser with respect to the image forming means.

Abstract: Colored magnetic particles for magnetophoretic display capable of substantially preventing peeling of a pigment therefrom, to thereby prevent contamination of a dispersion medium during use of a magnetophoretic display panel, and a method for manufacturing the same. The colored magnetic particles include magnetic particle elements and a coloring layer formed on each of the magnetic particle elements from a first dispersion liquid using a coating apparatus of a tumbling, fluidizing and granulating type, to thereby color each of the magnetic particles. The first dispersion liquid is constituted of a coloring pigment, synthetic resin and water. The synthetic resin is in the form of an aqueous emulsion. The colored magnetic particles each include a protective layer formed on the coloring layer. The protective layer is formed from a second dispersion liquid constituted of synthetic resin dispersed in water.

Abstract: An audio and visual message center provides a plurality of communication devices for family members, students or co-workers. The message center has one or more visual communication devices selected from an erasable board, a calendar, a pressure sensitive adhesive surface area, a cork board, a felt pad, a clip board, a note pad or a metal surface. The message center provides an audio message communication in a record/playback device.

Abstract: A foldable writing board made up of at least four panels attached by hinges or other attachment means so that the board can be folded out flat to become a full size writing board, folded in two to become either a taller or shorter noteboard (folded in a tent-like configuration) or folded in four to either store flat or to be set up as a small computer notepad. The panels are held together by three or more foldable attachment means that hold the panels together, but allow them to also fold along adjacent edges.

Abstract: An image erasing device for erasing an image formed erasably on a recording medium is provided. An image display apparatus equipped with the image erasing device, and an image recording apparatus equipped with the image erasing device are also provided. The image erasing device includes a device for feeding the recording medium stepwise, and a cleaner for erasing the image forming on the recording medium by independently scanning the cleaner perpendicularly to the direction of feeding of the recording medium while the recording medium stays stationary.

Abstract: An educational tool for teaching a child to read and write includes a writing board having a writing surface. A raised rim extends around the writing surface, the rim and the writing surface defining the interior of the tool for holding a displaceable writing medium. Indicia are disposed about the writing surface. The indicia provide additional sensory feedback to the child that assists the child in learning.

Abstract: A foldable writing board made up of at least four panels attached by hinges or other attachment means so that the board can be folded out flat to become a full size writing board, folded in two to become either a taller or shorter noteboard (folded in a tent-like configuration) or folded in four to either store flat or to be set up as a small computer notepad. The panels are held together by three or more foldable attachment means that hold the panels together, but allow them to also fold along adjacent edges.

Abstract: A musical drawing assembly having a drawing board on which a person can draw. A sensor is adapted to sense drawing movement on the drawing board. A storage device stores accompaniment melodies each having a different succession of musical tones. The storage device stores instrumental melodies corresponding to different musical instruments and each having a different succession of musical tones. The musical drawing assembly also includes a device for selecting one of the accompaniment melodies, and a device for selecting a musical instrument that corresponds to one of the different musical instruments. A controller is configured to output the selected one of the accompaniment melodies to an output device during the drawing movement and to output one of the instrumental melodies that corresponds to the selected instrument to the output device in response to the drawing movement.

Abstract: An erasable writing surface assembly that consists of two panels bonded together and sufficiently flexible so that one panel can fold onto the other panel. Each panel is composed of a three ply panel structure where at least one outer surface is composed of pencil erasable surface but, at the same time, a surface sufficient to be writable. The middle ply is composed of a paper or plastic with a desired graphics.

Abstract: A display frame for securing a document to a rigid surface and a method for using same are disclosed. The frame includes a plurality of fastener elements preferably made from hook type sections of hook and loop fastener material, although magnetic or low tack adhesive fasteners may also be used. The rigid surface may be a portable board or a wall, the same display frame being usable on both types of rigid surface. The fastener elements on the frame limit relative movement between the document and the frame to simplify the attachment of the document and frame to the rigid surface.

Abstract: The present invention includes a system for and a method of operating an electronic whiteboard having a drawing medium, an input device, a server and a communications interface. The input device is configured to image a writing made on the drawing medium and provide an electronic representation of the writing to the server which formats the electronic representation into a hypertext transport protocol. This hypertext transport protocol is used to transmit displayed data to a remote location.

Abstract: A dry erase board is provided having a body having dry erase characteristics. The body has at least one bent end. A sheet having indicia can be secured between the body and the bent end. A user can then write on the body in correlation to the indicia on the sheet.

Abstract: An erasable coloring device includes erasable material upon which a user can color and guide indicia which a user uses to guide the user in coloring an area on the erasable material to be colored by the user. In several embodiments, such coloring device includes outline indicia permanently printed on the erasable material to outline areas to be colored by a user. Similar indicia is permanently printed with outline areas colored in to serve as the guide for a user coloring the outline indicia. The device can take the form of a coloring book wherein, when the book is open, the outline indicia appears on one page of the book and the similar indicia appears on the facing page so that a user can see both the outline indicia and the similar indicia simultaneously. Text can be included in the book as desired to explain the outline indicia or to tell a story where the outline indicia represents pictures connected with the story.

Abstract: A novel display device suitable for educational purposes includes two rectangular surfaces connected to each other in a V-shape or tent-type relationship and held in place by means of metal O-rings connected through apertures in the upper surfaces of the rectangular materials, A strap member connected to the base of each of the two rectangular surfaces at the central portion thereof serves to permit reversal of the rectangular surfaces, thereby enlarging the scope of use of the display device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a writing board with reference lines which are invisible from a distance, and to a process for its fabrication. The board is comprised of at least one support substrate (110) and one writing substrate (120) which are interconnected, wherein the reference lines (130) are so printed that they remain inserted between the support substrate and the writing substrate thereby increasing their durability. The reference lines (130) can be clearly seen by a person which is close to the writing board, while they are invisible for a person standing far from the board.

Abstract: Tackable and markable dry erase display boards which have no frame and which may be die cut from moldable foam material capable of receiving and holding mounting pins and substantially closing after a pin is withdrawn. Such boards are light weight and can be mounted on substantially any desired surface without hardware or tools, and can be fabricated in substantially any desired color. The boards may have convenient means for holding accessories such as an eraser or marking implement.

Abstract: A magnetically active laminate is disclosed. The magnetically active laminate is composed of a resin impregnated layer bonded to a distinct, magnetically active sheet. The laminate is especially well suited for use in the construction of erasable markerboards and cubicle panels, although many applications are possible within the scope of the present invention.

Abstract: A sports coaching aid which uses a flexible, rollable, single vinyl magnetic sheet that can adhere to a magnetizable surface. The magnetic sheet is screen-printed to display the markings of a scaled-down sports court or field. Moveable magnetic player and ball pieces are used to show movement when teaching plays, strategies, drills, etc. An erasable marker is included.

Abstract: A device for communicating with a voice-disabled patient includes, generally, a housing having a display surface, indicia on the display surface that may be utilized by the patient to indicate the status and needs of the patient, and a marker that the patient may use to convey his or her status and needs to a third party. One embodiment includes a clipboard having two eraser-board surfaces and an erasable marker connectable to the clipboard. Another embodiment includes a lap-sized housing for a computer and a touch pad-activated screen. In both embodiments, the indicia includes a series of descriptive words and phrases indicating the status and needs of the patient, and graphical representations of anterior and posterior views of a human body with descriptive words correlating to common symptoms of specific parts of the body.

Abstract: A magnetic material-inverting display panel which provides a clear display and the erasure by having a liquid dispersion, which has a predetermined yield value and contains a magnetic display material in fine particle form having magnetic poles of opposite signs tinged with different colors. The liquid dispersion also includes a dispersion medium and a thickener as main components, and is supported by a supporting member. The total area of S-pole-surfaces or N-pole-surfaces of fine particles of the magnetic display material being from 60 to 500% of the display surface area of the display panel.

Abstract: In a magnetically writable and erasable writing device for practice in writing characters, the writing device includes a case member provided with an opening in a top surface of the case member wherein a frame section surrounding the opening is formed on the top surface of the case member. A writing sheet includes a microcapsule magnetic sheet and is disposed on the case member so as to expose a top face of the writing sheet from the opening of the case member. A magnetic member for writing on the writing sheet and an erasing member which is positioned under the writing sheet and which has magnetism is included in the case member. The magnetic member put on the top face of the writing sheet enables writing and moving the erasing member along a back face of the writing sheet enables the written contents to be erased. The frame section of the top surface of the case member indicates a character model.

Abstract: Currently at airports, cruise ship terminals and the like disembarking travellers are met by travel personnel such as travel agents, taxi drivers etc. who have been hired to transport a particular traveller to a destination but do not personally know their target traveller and so display a hand-written sheet or sign with the traveller's name written thereon so that the target traveller will see his/her name and identify himself/herself to the travel personnel. Such greeting signs are often difficult to read due to poor lighting and are unprofessional looking. The present invention provides an illuminated greeting sign on which the greeting message can be easily changed, in particular by using a translucent back-lit panel, illuminated by a battery-powered light, on which erasable marker messages may be written.

Abstract: This invention discloses of a portable, lightweight dry erase board having a central foam core coated on first and second opposing sides with a dry erase surface. The dry erase board has a lightweight frame covering the external edge surface, for strength and durability. The frame includes a top frame portion, a bottom frame portion and opposing first and second side frame portions. The bottom frame portion has an enlarged external bottom surface suitable for supporting the dry erase board on a horizontal planar surface, such as a counter or table. Mounting clips may also be supported from the top frame portion, for hanging the dry erase board on a wall, or from above. A marker tray is releasably secured to the bottom frame portion with clips. The marker tray is easily removable, for mounting on either the first or second side of the dry erase board. A pliable cover is provided for ease of transport and storage.

Abstract: A wall mounted rail system with movable boards comprises a pair of elongate rails. Each rail has an upwardly opening channel defining an upper track and a downwardly opening channel defining a lower track, the rails being horizontally mounted in parallel spaced apart relationship on a wall surface so that one of the rails defines an upper rail and the other rail defines a lower rail. The board is movably mounting to the rails. An upper bracket is secured to a top of the board and has a guide element received in the upper track of the upper rail. A lower bracket is secured to a bottom of the board and has a guide element received in the lower track of the lower rail.

Abstract: Disclosed is a message display device for use on glass, high polish surfaces, and other smooth, non-porous surfaces. In a preferred embodiment, it is approximately the size of a bumper sticker and adheres to car windows by a border of static cling vinyl. Messages and graphics are written or drawn on a colored and scaled area with a special delible pen. The device may be removed and repositioned frequently and messages may be erased and rewritten repeatedly.

Abstract: An improved reusable writing tablet, having raised document guides that define a document support surface, and a method for affixing and removing a cover sheet over the document support surface, where said document guides define a means to allow the insertion of tabs defined by a cover sheet, so that a cover sheet is held securely in place, and is easily removable from the base to allow the placement of documents between said cover sheet and the document support surface, and where said documents are viewed through the cover sheet, and are prevented from sideways movement by the cover sheet and raised document guides.

Abstract: A creativity center includes a base portion that is connected by a hinge to a board that has opposed drawing/design surfaces on which artistic designs and markings can be made. The board can rotate with respect to the base via the hinge and can be slid with respect to the hinge such that the board can be repeatedly flipped over and slid between two opposed "use" positions with respect to the base. Thus, an opposed drawing/design surface configured in a "use" position is presented to a user each time the board is flipped over. An eraser can be located on either the base or on the hinge to automatically remove designs or markings located on the board when the board is slid through the hinge. In addition, the base can include a storage compartment for storing art supplies.

Abstract: A board base provides a storage and display unit for a plurality of markable white erasable presentation panels. Such presentation panels can be used with erasable marker pens. The board base can display one presentation panel and store four additional presentation panels. The board base can be adapted to permit either first side removal, second side removal, or top side removal. Set screws are provided for releasably securing these members. Indicia, such as color coded or numbered tabs permit ready identification by the user, and provide an accessible manual gripping portion for removal of each presentation panel. In operation, a selected presentation panel is removed from the framework in the board base, and the presentation panel is inserted into a front presentation slot in the lower track member. The presentation panel is positioned flush with the front board for ease of marking and viewing.

Abstract: A play strategy erasable screen assembly is provided including a housing and a display mechanism mounted thereon. The display mechanism includes an upper transparent layer, a thin compartment situated thereunder within an interior space of the housing, and a predetermined amount of metallic shavings situated within the compartment. A plurality of stamps are included each having magnets mounted thereon for being placed on the transparent layer of the display mechanism to adhere the metallic shavings on the transparent layer in a configuration similar to that in which the magnets are mounted on the stamps. Next provided is an erasure assembly for selectively removing the metallic shavings from the transparent layer.

Abstract: A mobile marker board unit has a wheeled base which mounts a pair of upright and vertically enlarged marker boards. The marker boards, as they project upwardly, are rearwardly sloped to define a triangular storage space between the marker boards. This storage space is accessible from at least one end of the unit, and is preferably provided with structure which permits storage therein. A slidable tray arrangement is mounted adjacent the lower edge of each marker board and can be moved between open and closed positions. Each tray arrangement includes an outer tray disposed directly adjacent the lower edge of the marker board and positioned for support of articles thereon. This outer tray is fixedly joined to an enlarged inner tray which is normally stored in a closed position between the marker boards, with the tray assembly being slidable into an outer position wherein the inner tray projects outwardly from the marker board adjacent the lower edge thereof.

Abstract: A pressure sensitive reusable writing board is provided which includes a backing member that includes an upper section that folds down over the lower section that accommodates the wax layer and polyester writing sheet. As a result, the upper section provides a protective cover for the lower section. A distal edge of one of the upper or lower sections includes a loop which is in registry with a slot disposed in the distal edge of the other of the upper or lower sections. As a result, when the board is folded together to assume a closed position, the loop may be folded forward through the slot disposed in the opposing section or panel and the stylus may be inserted through the loop to lock the board into a closed position. As a result, any writing or artwork made on the reusable writing surface can be preserved while the board is being transported or handled.

Abstract: A realistic, graphic, sport-related instruction board is provided which includes a board structure made of transparent, durable material having a planar top surface and a planar bottom surface. Disposed inside the board structure is a display panel which has at least one realistic, graphic, sport-related surface printed thereon. In an alternative embodiment, the display panel has two realistic, graphic, sport-related surfaces printed on opposite surfaces. A writing instrument containing dry-erasable ink is removably attached to the top or bottom surface of the writing board. By disposing the display panel inside the transparent board structure, viewers can see the display panel's realistic graphic surfaces when viewing the board structure. Coaches can write directly on the surface of the board structure directly over selected areas sport-related surface to instruct players how to play the sport.

Abstract: A magnetic display apparatus having a magnetic display sheet consisting of a plurality of microcapsules having oily liquid having photoabsorptive ferromagnetic powder and photoreflective non-magnetic powder, an apparatus for erasing with a magnet a line drawn on the display sheet by the magnetic pen, a magnet, a mechanism for moving the magnet along a major portion of the magnetic display sheet and a power source for moving the mechanism which supports the magnet.

Abstract: A bulletin/write board includes opaque first member intended to be mounted on a wall or positioned upstanding on a horizontal surface. At least one overlay member is pivotally secured to said first member along juxtaposed edges of said members by a spirally wound hinge to permit the overlay member to be pivoted over or away from said first member. Said members are generally rigid and have smooth surfaces which permit removable adhesive placement of note items or wipe-off writings thereon. Fasteners are provided to permit selective fastening of said overlay member to said first member when the overlay member is positioned over said first member.

Abstract: A self-corrective, reversible device comprising a handled, slotted framework, on each side of which the top frame is imprinted with inverse mathematical symbols, below which is a number line from one through ten in ascending and descending order. Below the number line, nine channeled horizontal rows each contain ten grooved, colored, movable, workpieces. The first four rows on side "A" teach counting, addition, subtraction and place value. These workpieces have the following values: Row one, "1" each; Row two, "1" each; Row three, "10" each and Row four, "100" each. Workpieces in each row are the same color, but each row is a different color. Corresponding with these four rows in both value and color are four boxes imprinted on an erasable surface contained within the framework. The remaining five rows on side "A" teach large and small letters of the alphabet, phonics and consonant blends.

Abstract: A kit or cohesive group of reusable elements to aid a facilitator or trainer to enhance interchange and organization of group discussions comprising portable foldable backboards, plastic erasable, reusable recording sheets, at least one process display wallboard, multiple colored or imprinted cards of variable shapes and sizes that will allow recording thereon and removably cling to said sheets and said wallboard and necessary marking and erasing accessories. With a preferred embodiment further including a specially designed carrying cases for ease of transport of said components.

Abstract: A dry marker board including a sheet of material having a writing surface upon which felt tip, erasable ink markers may be used. Preferably, the writing sheet is a sheet of ceramic-on-steel material. A shelf support, preferably made of wood, is mounted on the bottom portion of the writing sheet by fasteners such as nails or screws. Polyurethane is injection molded around the peripheral edge of the writing sheet, encapsulating the peripheral edge and sides of the writing sheet and the shelf support to form a unitary frame with a shelf.

Abstract: A water base ink composition for writing on neon boards which comprises:(a) water in amounts of not less than 30% by weight;(b) hollow resin particles dispersed in the water, in amounts of 0.5-50% by weight;(c) a resin which is film-forming at room temperatures in amounts of 0.5-30% by weight; and(d) an aqueous emulsion of at least one nonvolatile or only slightly volatile compound which is liquid at room temperatures and is selected from the group consisting of aliphatic carboxylic acid esters, higher hydrocarbons and higher alcohols in dry amounts of 0.5-25% by weight.Writings or marking formed with the ink composition on transparent panels such as of polymethyl methacrylate are intensely and vividly brightened when the side face receives light incident perpendicularly into the panel, as the panels are called "neon boards".

Abstract: A writing board system comprises a white board having a writing surface for receiving a written mark thereupon, a liquid tank filled with water liquid for erasing the written mark from the writing surface, an applicator for applying the liquid in the liquid tank onto the writing surface, and a writing implement having an ink including at least one electron donative coloring compound selected from the group consisting of 2-{2-[4-(dodecyloxy)-3-metoxyphenl]-ethenyl}quinoline, 3-cyclohexylamino-6-chlorofluoran, 3-diethyl amino benzo [a]-fluoran, 3-(4-diethylamino-2-etoxyphenyl)-3-(1-ethyl-2-methylindol-3-yl)-4-azaphtha lide, 3.3 bis(4-diethylamino-2-etoxyphenyle)-4- azaphthalide, and 3-cyclohexyl methyl amino-6-methyl-7-anilinofluoran, and an electron acceptive developing compound selected from the group consisting of zinc salicylate and bisphenol A.

Abstract: The portable coaching device includes a thin, rigid support board having opposed sides and a perimeter. One side is covered with a white coating capable of being written upon with a dry erase marker and the other side bears an image of an area in which a game is played. This image is protected by a material which is capable of being written upon with a dry erase marker. There is handle in the form of an elongated opening near the perimeter of the board, and a case adapted to hold a dry erase marker attached to the board.

Abstract: A writing board with an automatic erase device includes a frame, a driving roller and a supporting roller rotatably mounted on the frame in a parallel manner, an endless writing sheet trained around the driving and supporting rollers to form a front exposed writing surface and a back surface, a supporting board interposed between the front writing exposed writing surface and the back surface of the writing sheet for providing a fixed rigid supporting to the front exposed surface, and an erase device positioned behind the back surface of the writing sheet and mounted on the frame. The erase device includes at least an elongated eraser which is extended along a width of the writing sheet and is disposed in the touching with the back surface of writing sheet, so that a writing content on the front exposed writing surface can be erased by the eraser automatically when the writing sheet is rotated by the driving roller.

Abstract: A learning aid permitting the student to insert a worksheet into a rigid body having space between two planes. One of the planes is clear permitting the instructor to mark on it, performing the work required by the underlying worksheet. The instructor's marking is erased and the student attempts the same task. The work sheet is secured in place by a clipboard. The clipboard rides in a slot to prevent scratching of the clear panel member. The clipboard may be secured in the slot by a latch mechanism.

Abstract: An organizer is disclosed herein for identifying a workpiece with a noted project or owner on a work chart. The chart has rows and columns containing indicia characterizing the workpiece and further including visual labels of a given shape and identification color. An identical set of labels is provided separate from the chart and having corresponding shape and color to those labels carried on the chart. A selected one of the separate labels is affixed to a particular workpiece so as to identify the workpiece with a particular row and column of indicia. A marking pen and an eraser is included to complete the organizer.

Abstract: A stencil set comprises a platform and a covering tab for detachably mounting at least one, and preferably four, stencils in a fixed position with respect to the platform and a writing surface. The stencil set allows the user to create more than one image on the writing surface, without the need to adjust the stencils or the writing surface. In one aspect of the invention, storage is provided for the stencils associated with the stencil set. The stencil set of the present invention is suitable for use by young children.

Abstract: First and second switches, which are to be operated by a user, are provided on a pen-shaped housing. A first heat generating head for writing an image on a rewritable heat sensitive sheet is arranged at an end of a tapered end portion of the pen-shaped housing, and a second heat generating head, for generating heat at a temperature which is different from a temperature of heat generated from the writing head, is arranged at flat another end of the pen-shaped housing. The writing head generates heat only when the first switch is turned on, and the erasing head generates heat only when the second switch is turned on, so that the erasing head erases the image which have been written on the heat sensitive sheet from the sheet.

Abstract: A modularized visual training aid for classroom instruction including a stabilizing base, upright support operably coupled to the base and extending generally vertically upward from the base for storing teaching tools and a display housing pivotably mounted to the upright support. The display housing includes an expandable vertical display surface for exhibition and application of visual materials and teaching tools and is shiftable between an elevated position and a lowered position to accommodate users of different heights. Storage areas for various teaching tools are provided on the base, on the display housing and within the upright support. In operation, the training aid is moved the presentation location and the display housing pivoted into either an elevated or lowered position to present the expandable vertical display surface to the students. During the lesson, students or the teacher can illustrate points by working on the display surface or viewing lesson placards attached to the display surface.