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| 20080213029 | Promotional writing instrument having objects within fluid-filled chambers - A promotional writing instrument includes an elongated barrel having a writing end and first and second longitudinally adjacent transparent chambers. Translucent fluid substantially fills the first and second chambers, and a first object is disposed within the first chamber and a second object is disposed within the second chamber. Movement of the first and second objects is viewable through the transparent first and second chambers. A portion of the barrel between the first and second chambers is substantially non-transparent and blocks from view adjacent respective portions of the first and second chambers. When the first object moves downwardly through the fluid in the first chamber, the first object disappears behind the barrel non-transparent portion substantially at the same time as the second object appears from behind the barrel non-transparent portion as the second object moves downwardly through the fluid in the second chamber. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080213030 | Ink Cartridge For A Pen-Shaped Printer - An ink cartridge for a pen-shaped printer is provided. The ink cartridge includes a hollow tube with internal ribs defining elongate ink chambers within the tube for operatively storing ink, and a first end cap for sealing one end of the tube. The first end cap is configured to receive a battery for supplying the printer with electrical energy. The cartridge also includes a second end cap for sealing the other end of the tube, the second end cap being configured to position a printhead of the printer. Also included is a stylus nib and nib cap defining an aperture through which the nib protrudes and through which the printhead operatively prints ink onto a substrate. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080219749 | LETTER OPENING STYLUS AND WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH POCKET CLIP - An improvement to a writing instrument with stylus, a pocket clip and an integrated letter-opening blade. The improvement consists of locating the letter-opening blade in the pocket clip of the pen. The blade is prevented from cutting the pocket of the user due to a blade protector that is mechanically linked to the mechanism that extends and retracts with the marking or writing tip. In an alternate embodiment, the blade is located on the opposite side of the pocket clip. The extending and retracting mechanism can be a variety of types including twists press, sliding. The stylus provides input to a PDA, touch screen or other tactile input device. Another embodiment includes a letter opener with a stylus. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080226381 | Pen-like tool for presentations - A pen-like tool for presentations includes a main body and a Bluetooth transmission module. The Bluetooth transmission module is disposed in the main body. A metal clip is disposed on the main body and used as an antenna for the Bluetooth transmission module. The pen-like tool for presentations is able to improve the problem of carrying a lot of devices and the usability during presentations. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080279613 | PROMOTIONAL HANDHELD DEVICE WITH BODY MASS INDEX CALCULATOR - A promotional writing instrument includes an elongated barrel having opposite first and second ends, a writing element located at the first end, and an electronic body mass index (BMI) calculator located at the second end that is configured to display a BMI number in response to user entry of weight and height data. The BMI calculator includes a housing having opposite front and rear faces, opposite first and second sides, and a free end portion. A display is viewable through the housing front face. A processor is disposed within the housing that calculates and displays, via the display, a BMI number in response to user entry of weight and height data. A user control is operably connected with the processor and located adjacent the display. | 11-13-2008 |
| 20080292384 | WRITING INSTRUMENT BARREL INCLUDING A PAINTED INNER SURFACE - A writing instrument barrel, comprising a body portion, which is generally tubular, and which has a hollow channel extending therethrough. It includes an inner surface, including a paint-adhering material applied to the inner surface for enabling paint to adhere thereto, and paint applied to the paint-adhering material on at least a portion of the inner surface of the body portion to form a painted inner surface. The hollow channel includes opposed ends and openings at the opposed ends thereof. The paint is able to be applied by a brush with paint on the tip thereof, which is able to be extended through the openings in the body portion. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20080292385 | FRICTION BODY, WRITING INSTRUMENT AND WRITING INSTRUMENT SET - There is provided a friction body which is adapted to rub a thermochromic image or handwriting formed on a paper surface by use of thermochromic ink to thermally discolor the thermochromic image or handwriting by frictional heat resultant from rubbing, a thermal conductivity of a friction portion of the friction body is set to be within 0.05 W/(m·K) to 50 W/(m·K). | 11-27-2008 |
| 20090016803 | PEN-LIKE DEVICE HAVING INKJET PRINTER - A pen-like device is provided which has an inkjet printer contained in a tubular body. The inkjet printer has a nib configured to retract into the tubular body when pressed upon print media, an ink supply having a tube defining a plurality of internal chambers containing respective ink, and a printhead in fluid communication with the ink supply. The printhead has ink ejection nozzles configured to print ink upon the print media responsive to the retraction of the nib. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20090052973 | WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH COMPACT SHEET DISPENSER - A writing instrument having a central axis is provided. It includes (a) a barrel portion having opposing first and second ends, an exterior grip surface in between, and a first internal cavity; (b) a marking element extending from the first end of the barrel portion and disposed in the first internal cavity; and (c) a dispensing portion having opposing first and second ends, the first end in communication with the second end of the barrel portion. | 02-26-2009 |
| 20090060626 | Writing instrument adapted to dispense note paper - A note paper dispensing writing instrument having inner and outer tubular shells telescopically assembled with a partially coiled pad of paper inserted within the inner shell. Axial aligned slots in the shells receive free edges of the paper projecting therethrough in fanned relationship. The opposite edges of the paper being lightly glued together. An elongated member in the center of the coil is flexed to engage a sheet of paper being withdrawn and aids in detaching the paper at its glued edge. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090080965 | Map pen - An improved map pen comprises a fold up map or a stack of multiple sheets. A cocked flap or a sliding type knob or geared stopping mechanism is employed for holding the pulled-out map in any pulled-out position. The map pen is equipped with an additional pen mounted to the outside scroll end. A mini compass is mounted on top of map pen top button. | 03-26-2009 |
| 20090092437 | WRITING IMPLEMENT - A writing implement includes a body portion, display objections disposed in the body portion. Each display object includes a data unit. At least one of the display objects is moveable from a respective first position to a respective second position where the plurality of data units are perceived as a promotional message. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090097903 | Method and apparatus for writing while in a wet environment - A water resistant writing device that encloses and stores a continuous roll or pad of note paper, protecting the note paper from splashed water and other moisture in a wet outside environment. The writing apparatus comprises a waterproof or water resistant compartment for enclosing and storing the note paper, a writing implement, a transparent viewing/writing window through which the note paper can be viewed while still enclosed inside the writing apparatus, a dispensing means to move the note paper through the apparatus, and a cutting means for severing a portion of the note paper. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20090097904 | MULTIFUNCTION APPLICATOR FOR DISPENSING FLUID - A multifunction applicator for dispensing fluid is presented. The applicator includes a generally rectangular body and a dispensing tip removably disposed within a recess of the body. The applicator further includes one or more of the following: a magnifying lens disposed within the body; at least one page marker tab dispenser recess; measuring indicia disposed along a side of the body; at least one implement recess disposed within the body; and at least one grip disposed along a surface of the body. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20090097905 | DEVICES METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR POSITION DETERMINATION - A device for position determination. The device comprises a processing means for determining a position on a surface on the basis of an image of a position-coding pattern printed on the surface. The processing means is arranged to decode the position-coding pattern in the image, and to cause a writing means to write on the surface only in the event of the position-coding pattern being successfully decoded. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20090123218 | Digital Display Pen - A digital display pen includes an elongate body, a display provided on the body, a processor that generates alphanumeric data that is displayed on the display and a switch device that starts and/or stops operation of the display. The elongate body includes a writing tip that is adapted to leave a colored line on a paper. The display has four modes, time, minutes, world clock and random number. In the random number mode, one or more numbers for lottery is generated by the processor, and the generated number is displayed by the display. The number for lottery includes a Mega number, a roulette number or a Lotto number. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20090142127 | WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH ROTATABLE HANDLES - A hand-held instrument comprising a writing utensil and associated handles interconnected to each other to allow a user to selectively position the writing utensil in either an extended position of use or a closed position of storage, as well as a variety of positions there between. The writing utensil may take a variety of forms, and the handles may incorporate additional devices or tools. The rotation of the handles about the writing utensil allows a user to manipulate the handles in a variety of ways, similar to that of a “butterfly knife” or similar device comprising balisong style openings. In one aspect of the invention, the writing instrument may be used to perform moves or tricks as a novelty device to provide entertainment and enjoyment to a user. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090154986 | COMBINATION READING TOOL - A combination reading tool integrating a magnifying glass, a highlighting marker, and a tape flag dispenser in a compact unit. The combination reading tool has a handheld, ergonomically contoured, portable housing with a window defined between two opposing planar surfaces, a magnifying glass fitted in the window, and a writing instrument such as a highlighter disposed within the housing with its tip extended from a side surface of the housing. The writing instrument is preferably integrally formed with the housing, but in another embodiment, may be removably disposed therein. The housing may further have a recess on one of the two opposing surfaces for storing flag tapes therein with a removable lid thereon. Also, advertising material may be disposed on an outer surface of the housing unoccupied by the magnifying glass. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090196674 | Writing Instrument With A Tape Flag Dispenser - A writing instrument has a barrel, a flag dispenser partially inserted into the barrel, and a rotating or sliding cover that engages with and covers the flag dispenser. In different positions, the rotating or sliding cover enables various functions of the flag dispenser. For example, the cover may be moved into a position to enable withdrawal of tape flags by a user. The cover may also be configured to move into a position that covers and protects the tape flags. In refillable embodiments of the writing instrument, the cover may also be removed to enable a flip cover portion of the flag dispenser to be opened to provide access to a tape flag chamber. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090252547 | INK REFILL TOOL FOR A WRITING INSTRUMENT - A tool facilitates the insertion and removal of an ink reservoir unit, such as a cartridge, from a chamber of a writing instrument. The chamber is located within a drum that is coupled to a nib of the writing instrument. The tool comprises a main section defining, at least in part, an internal cavity for receiving the nib. The tool is configurable in a closed state, in which the nib is positioned inside the cavity and the tool clutches a grip portion of the writing instrument that is rigidly coupled to the nib and the drum. The tool is further configurable in an open state in which the cavity is partially open, compared to when the tool is in the closed state, thereby facilitating safe placement of the nib inside the cavity. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090285620 | SOFT PEN SHAFT - A shaft cover has a surrounding decorative element without a joint line. The pen shaft ( | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090311032 | Housing - An applicator device includes an applicator unit for applying a first cosmetic article to a user and a housing, which includes a cavity for holding a second cosmetic article for use by the user. An activator unit may be used to bring the second cosmetic article in reach of the user. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100040403 | Ornamental articles and devices for attachment to writting instruments - Ornamental articles and devices such as, but not limited to, charms, flags, animated characters, flashlights, magnifying glasses, and gas pump speed pay devices clipped to or otherwise attached to a writing instrument, such as a pen. In a preferred embodiment, the ornamental articles and other devices clip to the top of the writing instrument. In a further embodiment, the ornamental articles and devices attach to the pocket clip of a writing instrument and are visibly displayed when the writing instrument is carried in a pocket of an article of clothing. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100054845 | Removing Click and Friction Noise In A Writing Device - Systems for removing or attenuating friction and/or click noise generated during writing with a smart pen are disclosed. In a smart pen, the writing cartridge is biased towards a first side of the smart pen internal cavity by a low-force biasing system without affecting writing cartridge movement. For example, the writing cartridge is comprised of a magnetic material and a magnet is embedded into the first side of the smart pen internal cavity to bias the writing cartridge towards the first side. Alternatively, the material comprising the writing cartridge or smart pen internal cavity is modified, reducing friction between the components. As another alternative, a DSP method identifies analyzes one or more parameters of received audio data to differentiate click noise from audio data, and may receive data from a movement sensor indicating when the writing cartridge has moved to reduce power consumption for identifying click noise. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100054846 | Writing Instrument - A writing instrument assembly where the capillary feed device, also referred to as the wick, of the writing instrument is lengthened and can be manipulated in order gain access to a new useful portion of the wick. The writing instrument comprises a reservoir of marking substance and a wick which is in communication with said reservoir for transporting said marking substance to the writing portion of said wick, also known as the tip. The writing instrument includes a cap to close the writing instrument when not in use. The writing instrument further comprises a mechanical device used for accessing the additional wick and a cutting or trimming mechanical device in order to remove the desired portion of wick. | 03-04-2010 |
| 20100067971 | WRITING INSTRUMENT HAVING A SLIDABLE CAP - A writing instrument comprises a substantially tubular body extending between a top and a writing end, and an elongate slot disposed in an outer surface of the body and having a detents defined at each end of the slot, and a tubular open-ended cap disposed coaxially around the body and having a cut defining an elongate arm connected to the cap at one end and having an inwardly-oriented protrusion at another end and sized to engage the detents of the slot. The cap is slidable along the body such that the inwardly-oriented protrusion slides along the slot until it engages a detent at an end of the slot thereby arresting the cap either in a closed position, in which the cap covers the writing end, or in an open position in which the writing end is exposed. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100104350 | LED LUMINOUS PEN - A LED luminous pen includes a penholder ( | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100104351 | WRITING INSTRUMENT - The writing instrument comprises a first hollow tube body, a second hollow tube body and a refill. The first hollow tube body comprises a passing hole. The second hollow tube body comprises a protrusion end to correspondingly, tightly fit with the first hollow tube body, and an air inlet at the other end. The first hollow tube body comprises scale holes, at least two semitone holes near the passing hole, first air outlets, the first air outlets being between the two semitone holes. The second hollow tube body further comprises a second air outlet. Via combination of the first hollow tube body and the second hollow tube body, different tones are generated by covering the scale holes and the semitone holes. The refill can be disposed into the writing instrument, and a nib of the refill can protrude outside of the writing instrument from the passing hole. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100111590 | COSMETIC CONTAINER - The present invention generally is a container for storing cosmetic or care products. More particularly, the invention relates to a cosmetic container comprising a receptacle and a cover wherein the cover comprises an integrated applicator wherein the applicator is retractable within the cover. There is provided a cosmetic container comprising a receptacle, said receptacle comprising a housing for storing a product; a cover, said cover comprising a housing that accommodates an applicator and a protrusion retraction mechanism assembly for operating the applicator such that the applicator is integrated within the cover; and an actuating means for actuating the operation of the protrusion retraction mechanism assembly. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100119291 | Writing utensil with two handles for writing with both hands simultaneously - The present invention refers to a writing utensil with two handles that enables the user to grip the said writing utensil with both hands when writing. In addition, the invention refers to a handle comprised of a central body that is shaped like a hollow cylinder into which a standard writing utensil is inserted, and that has two handles. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100129135 | DISPENSING OPENING PLATE FOR OPTICALLY ATTRACTIVE ANTIPERSPIRANT FORMULATIONS - A dispensing opening plate for applicators for cosmetic preparations. The plate comprises at least one dispensing opening that comprises one or more teeth or prongs which extend from an inner wall of the opening into a center of the opening. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100158599 | WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH SHEET DISPENSER - A writing instrument comprising: (a) a body having opposing first and second ends, (b) a first marking element extending from the first end, (c) a second marking element extending from the second end, and (d) at least one sheet dispenser coupled to the body between the first and second ends. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100189491 | PACKAGING AND APPLICATOR DEVICE - The present invention relates to a packaging and applicator device comprising:
| 07-29-2010 |
| 20100202821 | DEVICES FOR MARKING AND TAGGING BOOKS OR OTHER WRITING SURFACES - A device for marking and tagging locations in a book comprises an instrument having a tip to mark a surface, a body, a cap to cover the tip and a strap a strap forming a closed loop. The body includes a shell having a cavity to receive the instrument so that the tip extends past the shell, a bookmark extending away from the shell asymmetrically, the bookmark having a generally flat surface for removably connecting one or more tags, and a latch. The cap includes a bore for receiving the instrument, and a catch received by the latch so that the cap is selectably positionable in two positions. In a first position the tip extends through the bore and past the cap. In a second position the tip is covered by the cap. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100202822 | SYSTEMS, METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR PROVIDING BODY-SHAPED PENHOLDERS - This relates to body-shaped penholders. In some embodiments, the penholder can be shaped like a body by, for example, including appendages such as arms and legs. In some embodiments, body parts such as, for example, tails, wings or any other suitable body parts can be included on the penholder. In some embodiments, accessories, clothing, props, faces or any other suitable enhancements can be combined with the penholder. A pen can then be decoratively and enjoyably stored in the penholder. In this manner, the penholder can favorably increase a person's fun and enjoyment by allowing a person to, for example, interact with, play with, or create a collection of the penholders. In addition, the penholder can add further functionality to a pen by converting the pen from a mere writing tool into a toy. This may favorably encourage a child to, for example, complete their school work or write creative stories. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100221060 | Pen featuring as a USB memory device - The present invention relates to a pen featuring as a USB memory device, which includes a penholder having an upper penholder and a lower penholder, in which the upper penholder has an accommodation room whose one end communicates with the outer periphery of the upper penholder, and the lower penholder is provided to house a pen body; a foldable connection plug housed in the accommodation room of the upper penholder and having a support seat, at least a first connection part, at least a second connection part, and metal contacts being compatible with a USB transmission interface; and a main body housed in the accommodation room of the upper penholder and having at least an electronic component. | 09-02-2010 |
| 20100247223 | STYLUS-SUBSTRATE SYSTEM FOR DIRECT IMAGING, DRAWING, AND RECORDING - Stylus-substrate system components include an optical transitioning or color changing substrate and a stylus device/mechanism for inducing the optical transition or color change in the substrate. The optical transitioning or color change substrate possess all of the chemical components necessary to generate a single color or multiple color image, written matter, graphics, markings or recorded information. The stylus device/mechanism possesses the physical, electrical, and/or mechanical means for inducing the single or multi-colored change in the substrate. | 09-30-2010 |
| 20100260533 | HAND-WRITING INPUT DEVICE AND HAND-WRITING INPUT SYSTEM - A hand-writing input device includes a penholder, a writing head and an infrared light source. The penholder includes a writing end and an opposite top end. The writing head is arranged on the writing end. The writing head is capable of leaving color distinguishable traces on an object. The infrared light source is positioned on the writing end of the penholder adjacent to the writing head. The present invention also relates to a hand-writing input system using the hand-writing input device. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100303535 | Applicators - An applicator for applying a substance in liquid, paste or gel form comprises a container ( | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100310299 | ELECTRONIC IMAGE-SENSING PEN WITH FORCE SENSOR AND REMOVEABLE INK CARTRIDGE - An electronic pen includes a pen body having a longitudinal axis; an image sensor; an ink cartridge replaceably received in the pen body, the ink cartridge having a nib at a first end and an opposite second end; and a force sensor assembly engaged with the second end of the ink cartridge. The force sensor assembly is configured for sensing a nib force transmitted longitudinally axially through the ink cartridge. The pen body includes a removable cover molding extending longitudinally along the pen body for insertion of the ink cartridge inside the pen body. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100316431 | WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH ERASER PROTECTED BY A SLEEVE - A writing instrument that includes a shaft and an eraser exit device. The eraser exit device includes an eraser protection sleeve that is mobile at least in rotation relative to the shaft so that the eraser can assume a maximum exit configuration and a retraction configuration, and an eraser holder provided with at least a first longitudinal guiding member directly interacting with a first complementary guiding member connected to the shaft so as to prevent any rotation movement between the holder and the shaft, and provided with at least a second guiding member that interacts with a second complementary guiding member connected to the sleeve. The sleeve has a front portion surrounding the rear end of the shaft and a rear portion having an inner guiding portion including the second complementary guiding member. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20110027001 | WRITING INSTRUMENT FITTED WITH A FILING SLEEVE, WHICH ACTS AS A PLUNGING MECHANISM AND HAS AN ABRASIVE SURFACE TO BE USED FOR NAIL FILING - A writing instrument is provided comprising a filing sleeve on which is an abrasive surface used for nail filing. The filing sleeve, when installed, acts as a plunging mechanism for the pen and provides the writing instrument with a nail shaping surface along the length of the filing sleeve. The external surface of the filing sleeve has one or more grades of abrasiveness to be used for nail filing and may be a variety of configurations, including circular or three, four, or five sided. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110027002 | Exchangeable Attachments and Apparatus and Methods for Retaining Exchangeable Attachments - Exchangeable attachments and apparatus and methods for retaining exchangeable and tradable attachments, such as attachments that are removably attached to a retainer. Retainers may be located on, for example, the non-marking end of a writing implement, hair barrettes, shoe laces, bracelets, broaches, earrings, keychains, necklaces, rings, etc. Attachments may be coupled to a receptacle located in the retainer, wherein the attachment is inserted into a receptacle and rotated in a first direction to couple the attachment to the retainer, and wherein the attachment is rotated in a second direction and removed from the receptacle to uncouple the attachment from the retainer. Attachments may be stored internal to the apparatus to which the retainer is attached. Attachments may include identifying indicia or other designs. The retainer may include protrusions or another type of stand to allow the attachments to be displayed while the retainer is removed from the writing implement. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110038661 | Eraser for Dry Erase Markers - An eraser for a dry marker is provided allowing for employment by the user to erase markings from a whiteboard while still holding the marker in a writing position. The eraser features a member positioning the eraser material adjacent to the whiteboard during use of the marker. Engagement of the member to the marker body is provided by an easily employed biased clip base or may be accomplished with adhesive. The eraser engaged upon the distal end of the malleable member is adapted for easy user-determined positioning and use in the as-used position for writing. A curve in the member forms a wider space for the fingers of the user holding the marker at the marking end, and positions the erasing material on a first side of the user's fingers and the marker positioned opposite the first side of the space from the erasing material. The eraser material is configured for removal and replacement and may be replaced with different materials and sizes. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110044747 | WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH A MULTIVARIATE MECHANICAL DOLL - A writing instrument with a multivariate mechanical doll consists of an elongated pen body having a seat mounted on an end thereof, a working piece and a doll. The action of the doll is in response to the mechanism of the working piece which is driven by extending and retracting the refill within the pen body. The doll which composes of a frontal and a rear casing incorporates a decorating object pin jointed to the working piece. Said seat includes a plate which attaches to the rear casing extended upwardly from a top thereof; and a rail is provided at a frontal portion of said plate and a locating post is provided at a rear portion thereof. The locating post is sheathed by a spring and engages to a male junction piece. Said junction piece connects to a female junction piece which fastened onto the frontal casing and engaged with a third driving element of the working piece which has a waving surface. The waving surface exerts and lifts the frontal casing allowing the decorating object to expose. The frontal casing can be replaced without any tool required. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110081191 | ILLUMINATED MARKING DEVICE AND APPARATUS - An illuminated marking device is described for use with colorless marking materials. The marking materials remain colorless until being transferred to a marking surface having a developer material disposed thereon that causes the marking material to develop a colored appearance. The marking material is contained within a marking device having a clear or translucent barrel and a lens integrated into a first end. The lens is tinted in a color similar to that of the developed color of the marking material. The first end of the marker is inserted into a light housing having a light source therein. Light from the light source is filtered by the lens and thereby illuminates the barrel of the marker in a color similar to that of the developed color of the marker. The glowing marker indicates the marking color of the marker and provides an enjoyable glowing experience. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110091265 | STRUCTURE FOR MAKE-UP PEN WITH FUNCTION OF VIBRATION MASSAGE - An improved structure for a make-up pen with a function of vibration massage comprises an accommodating tube body, a discharging set, a cover, a shelter, a battery cover, an elastic element, a battery, a vibration motor, a tumbler switch, and a switch piece. The accommodating tube body comprises an outlet end, which has a discharging hole. The discharging set is disposed at the outlet end of the accommodating tube body; the cover is female-connected to the outlet end of the accommodating tube body one end of the switch piece is disposed at the tumbler switch and the other end is electrically connected to the battery, the switch piece is electrically connected to the vibration motor through the tumbler switch in order to turn on/off the vibration motor for massage and discharging make-up liquid. | 04-21-2011 |
| 20110103877 | Pen with Rotating Ornaments - A pen with rotating ornaments is disclosed. The pen includes a pen tube with a power supply therein, a motor whose one end is arranged with a wire connected with the power supply while at least an end is disposed with a shaft that connects with an ornament. The ornament is arranged with figures, words or advertisement. By the voltage from the power supply, the motor rotates so that the shaft rotates and drives the ornament to rotate. Thus by the rotated ornament through transparent pen tube, the interest senses, decorative effects and advertising effect of the pens are improved. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110164915 | Capsule Magnet Pen Tip and Magnet Pen - A capsule magnet pen tip according to the present invention comprises a magnet and a cover, wherein the magnet is assembled inside the cover. The present invention also comprises with a magnet pen which includes a pen tip and a pen shaft, of which the pen tip used is same as the capsule magnet pen tip. The present invention uses lead-free or low-lead environmental material to avoid lead poisoning and pollution. The magnet has contact with the part of the inverted triangle-shaped and the inner-cylinder of the cover only; so it is more protective of the magnet. The semi-spherical pen tip reduces attrition with the drawing board, and also reduces the risk of poke to children. Thus, the present invention can greatly improve the safety of the article and protection of the environment as well as the value of the article. The magnet pen tip is the accessory of the magnet drawing board. It can be widely used as children's educational toys and drawings articles and thus the requirement of the safety standards is especially high. The present invention provides an improvement of the drawback of the conventional technologies, wherein the magnet is exposed. It provides a more safety pen tip with more clearly writing. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110164916 | Autograph Ball - A combination writing surface and pen assembly that is used to facilitate obtaining autographs includes a sports object equivalent having a writing surface, in the shape of the object of a sport, capable of receiving writing or marking. A pen or other writing instrument is secured in a hole in the sports object equivalent. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110176856 | APPLICATOR SYSTEM WITH ADJUSTABLE IMPLEMENT - An applicator system for applying a product to a surface includes an adjustable implement comprising an applicator that is selectively pivotable at least about ninety degrees. By virtue of having an applicator that is selectively pivotable ninety degrees, the adjustable implement is capable of applying various products in multiple positions. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110206444 | Hand-held Apparatus Having at Least One Active Element Secured with at Least One Child Safety Feature - In various novel embodiments thereof, the inventive hand held active element instrument (such as a writing instrument) is readily operable by a qualified user, to be secured in such a manner as to minimize any risk of harm therefrom to a child who gains possession thereof, and subjects the instrument to physical manipulation, by preferably providing at least one two- or greater step securing component, that must be operated through the applicable number of provided steps, by a qualified user, in order to secure and unsecure the instrument's at least one active element. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110236121 | LOCKING MODULE FOR SPRAYERS - A writing instrument comprising: (a) a body having opposing first and second ends, (b) a first marking element extending from the first end, (c) a second marking element extending from the second end, and (d) at least one sheet dispenser coupled to the body between the first and second ends. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110243641 | STYLUS - A stylus includes a tube, a head engaged with a first end of the tube, and a cap engaged with a second end opposite the first end of the tube. The cap includes a power source inside the cap. A button is formed on a first end of the cap to control the power source. A light body extends from a second end opposite to the first end of the cap and is electrically connected to the power source. The light body is accommodated in the tube. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110262209 | Fluid Application Device - A fluid application device for applying a fluid to a surface and removing the same as necessary. The device may generally comprise a fluid applicator and a textile base member for sanitizing gym equipment, wiping windows, applying sunscreen, and the like. The fluid applicator may comprise a spray applicator, a permeable bladder, and the like. The textile base member may include but is not limited to a hand towel, a wristband, and any other known textile configurations. In one embodiment, the present invention may be used by gym patrons to sanitized gym equipment before and/or after use. The present invention may also be used to clean other surfaces including but not limited to household windows, vehicle windows, and the like. Additional embodiments of the present invention may also be used either to apply sunscreen on a user or as a fishing towel to clean hands and remove odor. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110286784 | Toothbrush with integrated toothpaste and dental floss dispensers - A hand-held dental appliance provides a complete, portable dental care system. The appliance stores toothpaste in a toothpaste delivery canister. The appliance has a removable cover to protect a toothpaste dispensing toothbrush unit that is separably connected to the canister, The toothbrush unit has a brush head at the end of a stem ending with a connector for joining with a cooperating canister connector. When the brush unit and canister connectors are joined, a dispenser tip at the connector end of the canister fluidly communicates with a distributed orifice disposed within a bristle array on the brush head by means of a fluid-communicating passage in the stem leading from the joined connectors through the orifice. The orifice is overlapped by a set of resilient flaps enabling toothpaste to flow into the bristles but inhibiting backflow through the orifice. The size and shape of the canister enables it to be gripped for brushing with the brush head. The canister contains an toothpaste delivery actuator driving a movable member that forces the canister's stored toothpaste from the dispenser tip to the brush head through the stem passage. The protective cover includes a housing that receives and encloses the toothbrush unit through one open end. The other end of the cover includes a hinged lid that covers a dental floss dispenser contained inside the cover when the lid is closed. Lengths of floss can be cut from the floss dispenser by a cutter where it protrudes from an aperture adjacent to the lid. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110305498 | NOVELTY SPLIT GOLF BALL WIRELESS MEASUREMENT DEVICE - A novelty golf ball-shaped measuring device is described. The golf ball assembly is split into two halves, one having a wireless receiver and display while the other has a transponder that is activated by an RF transmitter. Distance between the halves is calculated using the received wireless signal and is shown on the display. A pen-shaped device is also described in which the cap houses the display, and the pen barrel houses the transponder. Other sport and household item-shaped devices that split into multiple parts to measure and display distances are envisioned. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20120009004 | INK PEN WITH FIRESTARTER - A writing pen, including a writing pen portion; a ferro rod positionable to extend from the writing pen portion; and a striker portion positionable to extend from the writing pen portion to substantially conceal the ferro rod, The striker portion has one or more striker members which may be struck against the ferro rod for generating sparks. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120039662 | STYLUS - A stylus includes a housing defining a receptacle therein; a stylus body assembly including a stylus body. The stylus body includes a first end, a stylus head mounted on the first end, a second end opposite to the first end and a pen head mounted on the second end; the first end and the second end are selectively accommodated in the receptacle for using the stylus head or the pen head. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120121313 | MASSAGE DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR THE SCALP - A massage device ( | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120134737 | Painting Apparatuses and Methods - A paint edging apparatus includes a body having front and rear ends defining a longitudinal axis therebetween, the body receiving a paint reservoir for supplying paint to an applicator portion of the apparatus, the body including a handle extending rearwardly at an acute angle relative to the longitudinal axis. An urging mechanism selectively engages the paint reservoir to discharge paint therefrom. A vibrator mounted to the body and operatively connected to the paint applicator portion of the apparatus imparts an oscillatory motion to the paint applicator. A trigger is pivotally mounted to the handle for activating the vibrator, wherein a user can move the apparatus over a work surface to apply paint to the work surface and also pivot the trigger at the same time by grasping the handle with a single hand. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120213571 | DEVICE FOR APPLYING TO THE SKIN - A device for applying to the skin or the lips having a body made of thermoplastic material that is open at at least one end; a metal wall that is shaped by plastically deforming sheet metal, which sheet metal is embedded in the body at the open end, and defines a contact surface with the skin or the lips; and a refrigerant that is suitable for coming into thermal contact with the metal wall. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120237281 | COSMETIC DISPENSERS WITH A TRANSLUCENT WALL AND AN OPAQUE HOUSING - A cosmetic dispenser includes a translucent reservoir sandwiched in-between a shelled wall and a solid wall of an opaque housing. The shelled wall provides exposure to a portion of the translucent reservoir, the exposed portion of the translucent reservoir defines a flexible wall. The translucent reservoir being formed of a substantially more supple material than the opaque housing, thereby providing the flexible wall to displace a portion of product stored in the translucent reservoir. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20120275842 | WRITING INSTRUMENT - The writing instrument is equipped with the foldable boarding including plural boards foldably connected through the predetermined hinge part and other hinge parts and is capable of transforming between the flat form and the tridimensional form. As for the writing instrument like this, in the flat form, the foldable boarding doubled up along the predetermined hinge part forms a plate-like shape together with the holder which holds the writing unit. On the other hand, in the tridimensional form, the foldable boarding folded along the other hinge parts covers both principal surfaces of the holder to form a prismatic penholder by moving the predetermined hinge part to the vicinity of the specific side surface of the holder. Consequently, the writing instrument is capable of transforming from the flat form to the tridimensional form which gives a good grip feeling. | 11-01-2012 |
| 20120308291 | Novelty writing instrument with pneumatic feature - A novelty writing instrument with pneumatic feature with a rigid elongate hollow writing instrument housing, a pneumatic pump mechanism, a pneumatic pump activating push button, one or more flexible inflatable members and a relief valve. The pump mechanism is located within the hollow writing instrument housing. The pump activating button protrudes through an aperture on the surface of the housing and is activated when the user presses on the surface of the pneumatic push button. The inflatable members are attached in an air tight manner to the pneumatic pump. The housing has apertures that allow the flexible inflatable members to exit the housing when the pump mechanism is activated. The relief valve lets the user deflate the inflatable members. A preferred embodiment includes inflatable members are made of latex balloons. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120328355 | Cosmetic Correction Tool - A cosmetic correction tool comprising a stick, where the stick extends between a first end and a second end; an absorbent swab positioned at the first end, where the absorbent swab absorbs a liquid; and a wiping layer covering the absorbent swab, where the wiping layer applies the liquid against a user's skin and where the wiping layer ensures that the absorbent swab remains in position during use. The liquid is a makeup remover to allow the user to spot treat smudges on the user's face after applying makeup. The absorbent swab and the wiping layer may be on the second end to provide the user with a double-sided tool. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20130094894 | Suntan oil applicator - An applicator device designed for applying oil or lotion to hard to reach areas of the body. The applicator comprises a hollow elongated body to allow the flow of fluid there through. The elongated body includes upper and lower portions hingedly connected together at a midpoint, thereby forming an elbow with a spring coupling. A coaxial flexible tube is disposed within the hollow elongated body for connecting the upper and lower portions. The distal end of the lower portion of the applicator includes a means for attachment to the neck of a bottle (e.g. sun tan oil bottle). The distal end of the upper portion of the applicator includes a convex sponge. When the applicator is attached to a bottle, the bottle many be squeezed to force oil through the coaxial flexible tube and out through the pores of the convex sponge for spreading lotion onto a user's skin. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130149022 | GREASE APPLICATION APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR HEAT SINK - A smearing apparatus includes a supporting tray, a rotating cabinet rotatably attached to the supporting tray, and an operating member rotatably attached to the supporting tray. The supporting tray includes a smearing piece. The rotating cabinet is used to receive a heat sink. The operating member is engaged with the rotating cabinet and rotatable about a first axis to rotate the rotating cabinet about a second axis that is substantially perpendicular to the first axis, so that a center portion of the heat sink is smeared by the smearing piece. | 06-13-2013 |
| 20130170888 | Writing Instrument with Lip Balm Applicator - A dual-purpose utility writing instrument containing a pen and/or pencil at one end and a lip balm applicator at the other end for lip treatment. A wall divides the apparatus into two chambers, where one end of the pen and/or pencil apparatus may contain ink or lead and the other end may contain a balm for topical application, so that both the balm and writing instrument can be conveniently carried in a single apparatus. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130216295 | EYES MAKE-UP APPLICATION MACHINE - An eye make-up application machine is provided, which includes a cosmetics provider in an eyeshade. The control device can control the cosmetics provider to move to a make-up application utility into position in order to spray or apply cosmetic materials to a contour corresponding to a human eye. Thus, the invention can provide an automatic make-up application utility for variously and accurately carrying out a makeup-application on eyes selected or emulated by one or more users. An eye contour image in the invention can be provided by an internal or external storage device or image recognition device. A plurality of makeup-application profiles can be provided by an internal or external storage device or be edited by the user as an option. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130243515 | HAND-WRITING INPUT SYSTEM - A hand-writing input system includes a hand-writing input device and an image capture device. The hand-writing input device includes a penholder, a writing head and an infrared light source. The penholder includes a writing end and an opposite top end. The writing head is arranged on the writing end. The writing head actually writes on paper, and the image capture device picks up the track of the infrared light source or the track of the target of the IR light. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130266362 | ELECTRICALLY POWERED NOVELTY ITEM WITH MOVABLE FLECKS - A writing instrument generally includes a barrel having a tip and an end distal from the tip. A housing is coupled to the distal end. Movable flecks are inside the housing. A blade is operable to move air and the flecks within the housing. A switch is electrically coupled to the blade. A power supply is electrically coupled to the blade and the switch. | 10-10-2013 |
| 20130272772 | WRITING INSTRUMENT WITH A MOVABLE ORNAMENT MOUNTED THEREON - An amusement writing instrument with a mechanical toy consists of an elongated pen body having a seat mounted on an end, a toy housing said seat and a working piece passing through said seat. The working piece comprises of a rod, pluralities of driving elements driven by the rod and pluralities of resilient devices for providing reciprocal movement. The ornament composes of a frontal and rear casings and a decorating object is further attached to the seat. The working piece is driven as the user propels the cartridge to disengage the frontal casings from the rear casing, creating a slit for allowing the decorating object to be extended and exposed. | 10-17-2013 |
| 20130322951 | Stylus Structure - The present invention relates to a stylus structure, comprising an outer shell, a touch end, an elastic member, a pen core, and a connecting member, wherein the outer shell consists of a first pen tube, a second pen tube, a pen tip, a clip and a pressing head. The touch end is disposed in the pen tip and connected to the second pen tube, and the touch end is consisted of a conductive layer, a TPU layer and a perforation hole. The elastic member is disposed in the outer shell for connecting the pen core, and the connecting member is connected to the pen core by one end thereof and connected to the pressing head by another end thereof wherein when the pressing head is pressed, the connecting member and the elastic member are driven to push the pen core out of the through hole. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130322952 | MULTI-FUNCTIONAL STYLUS - A multi-functional stylus includes a housing defining a coupling hole, and a stylus body assembly removably connected to the housing. The stylus body assembly includes a main body, a stylus head located at one end of the main body and a pen located at the other end of the main body. Either the stylus head or the pen can be presented out of the coupling hole. A flange is formed on a peripheral surface of the main body. At least one protrusion is located on an inner surface of the coupling hole. The flange passes over the at least one protrusion and is blocked by the at least one protrusion to mount the stylus body assembly to the housing. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130330115 | MARKING PEN - A marking pen including a body including a pen and a cap. The cap includes a clip including a first leg that extends from the cap body and away from the cap body in a first direction that is along a transverse axis of the cap body, a second leg that extends from the first leg and away from the first leg in a second direction to create a gap between the second leg and the cap body, and a third leg that extends from the second leg in a third direction along a longitudinal axis of the cap body and the third leg also extends toward the cap body along the transverse axis of the cap body. The clip is configured to attach the cap to an article of clothing in the gap between the second leg and the cap body. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130336704 | Text Message Activated Fragrance Sprayer - A self-contained battery-powered portable fragrance sprayer activated by a text message received by wireless signal that initiates the fragrance dispersal. | 12-19-2013 |
| 20140023424 | HYGIENIC WRITING INSTRUMENT AND METHOD OF USING - A hygienic modular writing utensil and method of using for eliminating or minimizing the spread of germs, bacteria and the like between a first and a second user. The utensil has an External Protective Shield with a first holding area for use by the first user and a removable Internal Writing Utensil with a second holding area for use by the second user. The External Protective Shield has an internal cleaning element and the Internal Writing Utensil has a removable cap on its outer end, whereby when the first user pulls the Internal Writing Utensil out from the External Protective Shield or reinserts the Internal Writing Utensil back into the External Protective Shield by grasping the exterior surface of the removable cap, an outer surface of the Internal Writing Utensil, including the second holding area is cleaned. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140037361 | Writing Utensil with Two Handles for Writing with Both Hands Simultaneously - 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. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20140044470 | Writing Device - An apparatus comprises a writing device and an electronic device. The electronic device comprises a headphone socket and the writing device is elongate and comprises first and second ends. The first end is shaped to be received by and releasably retained in the headphone socket of the electronic device. The second end is shaped to allow a user to withdraw the writing device from the headphone socket of the electronic device when the first end is retained in the headphone socket. In a first, housed configuration the first end is releasably retained in the headphone socket and the second end is exposed remote from the electronic device. In a second, writable configuration the second end is releasably retained in the headphone socket and the first end is exposed remote from the electronic device to enable the writing device, in combination with the electronic device, to be used to write with. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140050516 | COMBINATION PEN REFILL CARTRIDGE AND ACTIVE STYLUS - A dual mode apparatus for writing on paper, inputting information to a host electronic device, and/or controlling applications on a host electronic device. The apparatus is preferably constructed and arranged as a combination pen and active stylus that includes a pen refill cartridge and an active stylus module. The pen refill cartridge comprises a body configured for storing ink and a ball-point assembly for dispensing the ink on a writing surface or physical media. The active stylus module is configured to transmit signals to the ball-point assembly of the pen refill cartridge. The ball-point assembly may include an antenna, optical transducer or ultrasonic transducer. In one expedient, the signals may be radio signals characterizing a force applied to the ball-point assembly, the level of a battery or the level of ink in the pen refill cartridge. | 02-20-2014 |
| 20140093300 | DECORATING DEVICE FOR WRITING INSTRUMENTS - A decorative writing instrument includes a writing instrument and a resilient member having an opening therein. The writing instrument is disposed within the opening, wherein the decorative element is removably retained on the writing instrument. A decorative element is secured to the resilient member. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140099153 | CAMERA-EQUIPPED STYLUS PEN CAP - A stylus pen cap has at least one camera disposed at least partially therein. The pen cap can further include a light source (such as an infrared light source) that directs light outwardly of the pen cap to the stylus. The pen cap can further include an electrical connector that operably couples to the camera(s) and conveys captured-image data to an outboard device of choice. The pen cap can include a pocket clip that comprises the electronic connector. The pocket clip can include a flexible joint (such as but not limited to a universal joint) to thereby permit the camera(s) to be oriented and aimed as desired even while electrically connected to an outboard device. | 04-10-2014 |
| 20140112696 | TWIRLING WRITING INSTRUMENT BODIES AND TWIRLING ACCESSORIES FOR WRITING INSTRUMENTS - 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. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140161507 | AUTOMATIC COLORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - An automatic coloring system and method are used for coloring a three-dimensional object. An electronic device executes a coloring design process to obtain a coloring procedure corresponding to the three-dimensional object. The coloring procedure has multiple coloring instructions sequenced according to each individual generation order thereof. A connecting interface electrically connects the electronic device to an automatic coloring machine in a separable manner, so as to output the coloring procedure from the electronic device to the automatic coloring machine. Finally, the automatic coloring machine directly executes the coloring instructions in the coloring procedure sequentially. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20140169858 | DEVICE FOR TAPPING AND INOCULATING TREES - The device for tapping and inoculating trees includes an elongate, main arm having an actuating mechanism attached to one end and a housing attached to the opposite end. A cutting mechanism extends from one side of the housing and a spray system is disposed in a recess in the housing. A universal actuator operates both the cutting mechanism and the spray system upon activation by the actuating mechanism. The cutting mechanism taps or scrapes the bark off the target branch and the spray system sprays a solution that stimulates the tapped area into producing more sap and sap of higher quality. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20140270899 | MAGNETICALLY ACTUATED CAP LOCKING ASSEMBLY AND WRITING INSTRUMENT COMPRISING SAME - A writing instrument includes a magnetically actuated locking assembly for releasably securing a first component, such as a cap, to a second component, such as a barrel. The magnetically actuated locking assembly includes a first magnet and at least one second magnet, the magnetic fields of which actuate and release a mechanical lock between the first component and the second component. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140356044 | WRITING DEVICE WITH INPUT UNIT - A writing device with input unit includes a case and an input unit receiving in the case. The input unit includes a flexible main body, a sensing electrode layer and a protection layer. The flexible main body has a first face and a second face. The sensing electrode layer has a first sensing electrode and a second sensing electrode disposed on the second face of the flexible main body. The protection layer is correspondingly disposed on the second face of the flexible main body to cover the sensing electrode layer. The writing device with input unit has small volume and is lightweight so that a user can conveniently carry, store and use the writing device with input unit. | 12-04-2014 |
| 20150016861 | AUTOMATIC COLORING DEVICE FOR MOVING COLORING TOOL ALONG A CURVE - An automatic coloring device for moving coloring tool along a curve includes a guide-bar, a moving platform, a coloring tool, a first moving member and a second moving member. The moving platform is movably disposed on the guide-bar, and the coloring tool is disposed on the moving platform. The first moving member controls the guide-bar to move along a curve, and the second moving member controls the moving platform to move along the guide-bar. An axle center of the guide-bar penetrates the plane where the curve is disposed. | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150023718 | MODULAR MAGNET WRITING INSTRUMENT AND HOBBY TOOL - A modular magnet writing instrument and hobby tool comprises a plurality of permanent magnet segments and a writing cartridge. Each magnet segment is magnetized axially. An aperture extends longitudinally through the entirety of each magnet segment. The writing cartridge has an elongate body, which is sized for coaxial insertion within a magnet segment, or plurality of magnet segments, such that the magnet segments are in sliding engagement with the elongate body. In operation, different combinations of magnet segments can be axially positioned on the elongate body, in a variety of like-pole and unlike-pole interactions, to produce a plurality of writing and hobby tool configurations. | 01-22-2015 |
| 20150071697 | Clandestine Lotion Dispensing Apparatus - A dispensing apparatus includes a display panel having a back surface and a dispensing device coupled to the back surface of the display panel. The dispensing display device may include a medicament pad configured to dispense medicine, lotion, or the like. The dispensing apparatus includes a display housing. The display panel is selectively coupled to the display housing so as to define a void between the display panel and the display housing when coupled thereto. The dispensing device is selectively positioned at a first configuration in which the dispensing device is situated within the void and a second configuration in which the dispensing device is situated outside the void. The display housing may include one or more channels and the display panel may include one or more bosses such that display panel may be reversed in orientation by slidable operation of respective bosses in respective channels. | 03-12-2015 |
| 20150139714 | Set for Processing a Light-Curing Material - The invention relates to a set for dispensing, in particular in a manually controlled manner, a light-curing material contained in a reservoir of an applicator, with at least one lighting means for curing the material dispensed from an outlet opening of the applicator by the effect of pressure on the reservoir, if required with a modelling device for processing the dispensed light-curing material, wherein at least one lighting means can be fastened detachably or undetachably to the applicator, and/or at least one lighting means can be fastened detachably or undetachably to the modelling device, or at least one lighting means can be exchanged between the applicator and the modelling device. | 05-21-2015 |
| 20150306900 | Sheet Material Dispenser for Utensil Item - A sheet material dispenser is provided for a utensil item that allows a user to dispense individual sheets of material, such as adhesive notes, tape, or paper material, from the upper end of a writing utensil or similar tool. The device comprises one of a sheet material housing or support, whereby individual sheets are dispensed from the upper end of the utensil and the device remains connected to the utensil item while the utensil item is used. The housing comprises one of a rectangular or rounded housing with an elongated slot therealong to dispense individual sheets of material. The upper end of the housing is secured closed using an end cap. The sheet material support comprises a U-shaped assembly that supports a stack of exposed sheets for individual dispensation. The lower end of each device comprises an aperture adapted to secure to the upper end of the utensil. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150306901 | Defensive Writing Instrument - A writing instrument includes a glass break on the end opposite the writing tip. Means for securing a cap over either the writing tip or the glass break are provided. The body of the writing instruments may include circumferential ridges or channels. Some examples of the writing instrument may include a cover removably secured over the glass break, possibly with a key ring attached. The cap may include a light source or laser pointer. | 10-29-2015 |
| 20150360503 | Marker with an Integrated Eraser - A dry eraser marker with an integrated dry eraser is an apparatus designed to make the task of writing on a whiteboard more efficient. The attachment mechanism includes a first engagement element and second engagement element. The eraser-receiving cavity laterally traverses into the marker body. The first engagement element is integrated into the marker body, next to the eraser-receiving cavity. The second engagement element is integrated into the dry eraser. The dry eraser is removably attached into the eraser-receiving cavity through the attachment mechanism. More specifically, the second engagement element is positioned adjacent and is engaged to the first engagement element in order to secure the dry eraser to the marker body. The preferred first engagement element is a spring clip and the preferred second engagement element is a clip-receiving hole. The spring clip and clip-receiving hole allow for easy and fast removal of the dry eraser. | 12-17-2015 |
| 20160016425 | AUTOGRAPH BALL WITH BUILT IN WRITING UTENSIL - An autograph ball with built in writing utensil may include a ball having an outer skin, an inner core, and a hole through the outer skin into the inner core. A writing utensil may be removably placed within the hole of the ball. A spring and cap mechanism may be placed within the hole before placing the writing utensil within the hole. The autograph ball may further include a hatch that may cover the hole and a latch that may removably secure the hatch in place. The autograph ball may be for various sports, be of various sizes, and be made from various materials. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160022972 | ANGLED CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY FOR A DISPENSING DEVICE - Included are embodiments of an angled cartridge assembly for modifying a treating surface. These embodiments may include a reservoir for storing a treatment composition, the treatment composition for being applied to the treating surface. Embodiments may also include a body portion that is coupled to the reservoir, where the body portion comprises a base surface and a dispensing surface, where the dispensing surface is disposed opposite the base surface on the angled cartridge assembly, and where the dispensing surface is disposed in a nonparallel configuration relative to the base surface. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160067734 | Structure Modifying Apparatus - An apparatus for activating a chemistry disposed upon a target structure includes a handle; a structure contacting element rotatably attached to the handle and adapted to roll without slipping upon a target structure; and a radiant energy source having an emissive outlet at least partially within the structure contacting element wherein said contacting element is at least partly transparent or translucent to said radiant energy. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160075169 | Compact Convertible Writing Instrument with Interchangeable Multi-Functional Components - A convertible writing instrument can be put into either a compact capped configuration, 3 to 4 inches in length, or an extended writing configuration, 5 to 6 inches in length. A relatively elongated cap, which covers most of the relatively shortened pen member in the compact configuration, can be re-attached to the back of the pen, so as to lengthen the instrument in preparation for writing. Multiple interchangeable caps and rear modules can be coupled to the pen member to provide a variety of appearances and functions. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160089927 | MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PORTABLE PEN STRUCTURE - A multi-functional portable pen structure comprises a pen barrel and a pen cap to be capped onto the pen barrel, wherein the pen barrel is for storing retractable chopsticks disposed with pen refills and sheaths. In the pen cap is installed a control circuit whereon are disposed a laser element, LED, temperature detector, liquid crystal display, and a plurality of manipulating keys. The laser element, LED, liquid crystal display, and manipulating keys separately protrude from the pen cap, and the temperature detector is disposed on the clamping bar of the pen cap. The portable pen is easy to carry around and provides the functions of laser pointing, illumination, temperature measurement, eco-chopsticks, and writing instrument. | 03-31-2016 |
| 20160129723 | Pen - The present invention discloses a pen having a swinging decoration. A top end of the pen is installed with an animal-shaped decoration. A mandible and a tail section of the decoration are movable. When a user writes with the pen with a small applied force or the pen is in a standstill state, the mandible and the tail section are at an upper location. When the user writes with the pen with a large applied force, a refill will push an activity rod upward and compress a spring, allowing a tooth row at an upper and lower end of the activity rod to drive a left and right conjugate gear and a gear on the decoration to rotate at a same time, which further enables the mandible and the tail section to swing downward simultaneously. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20170232782 | WRITING, DRAWING, MARKING AND/OR PAINTING UTENSIL OR COSMETICS IMPLEMENT OR INPUT DEVICE FOR CONTACT-SENSITIVE SURFACES, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME | 08-17-2017 |
