52nd week of 2017 patent applcation highlights part 3 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20170367449 | Dollar Coin Converter - A method to increase the face value of a coin to be used as legal tender. The coin contains indicia, which specify the increased value, and motivates distribution and circulation. Optionally, the increased value of the coin may be reversed, and the coin returned to its original value. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367450 | SPINNER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR A LUGGAGE CASE - A spinner wheel assembly for a luggage case is provided. The wheel assembly may include a housing, a support strut rotatably coupled to the housing about a spinner axis, and a plurality of wheels each rotatably coupled to the support strut about a wheel axis. Each wheel may rotate in a plane positioned at an angle to at least one other wheel. Each wheel may be coupled to the support strut in a spaced relationship thereto. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367451 | Protective Case for Photography Equipment - An exemplary protective case for photography equipment includes a housing having a plurality of layers for providing impact protection and thermal protection to the photography equipment, an open end, and a closed end. The plurality of layers includes a non-abrasive inner layer, an impact resistant outer layer, and a malleable intermediate layer formed between the inner and outer layers. A cover is attached to a surface of the outer layer, and is formed of at least one of an abrasive-resistant and waterproof material. The cover is configured to establish at least one of an air-tight and water-tight seal for the protective case. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367452 | Travel Case - A travel case includes a case body defining an interior cavity in which to carry articles and an exterior shell; an inflatable floatation aid fixed to the exterior shell; an inflator in communication with the inflatable floatation aid, for inflation of the inflatable floatation aid; and a locator beacon fixed to the exterior shell, including a communications transmitter capable of signaling a remote party and a geo-locating apparatus. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367453 | Load Conveyance System - The present invention provides a load conveyance system. The load conveyance system includes: an adjustable retaining harness that fits around a user's shoulder and arm; a first shoulder pad that fits on the user's other shoulder; a suspension strap; a handle, and a member. Methods of using the load conveyance system are also disclosed. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367454 | Mountable volume hair comb - A mountable volume hair comb comprising: a concave basal surface from wherein a plurality of curved fingers branch; said fingers suspend the roots over the scalp, therefore produce volume. The mountable volume hair comb including two parallel congruent arched shafts projecting from said basal surface, in combination give means of comfort and support. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367455 | COMBING DEVICE - The present invention relates to a combing device ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367456 | PAN FOR DEPILATORY WAX - The invention relates to a pan for depilatory wax, consisting of a container ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367457 | PROTECTIVE RAZOR PACKAGE - A package includes a first member and a second member. The second member and the first member define a first cavity. A periphery of the first member is joined to a periphery of the second member to define a sealed portion, such that respective perimeters of the first member and the second member cooperate to define an outer edge of the sealed portion. The second member includes a ridge at least partially circumscribing the first cavity while remaining inward of the outer edge. The ridge includes an inner wall, an outer wall, and a rim. Both the inner wall and the outer wall extend rearward from and substantially perpendicularly relative to the first member and are connected by the rim. At least a portion of the rim, over a length of the ridge, is substantially parallel to the first member. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367458 | CLEANING AND SANITIZING SYSTEM - An embodiment of a system suitable for cleaning or sanitizing fingers includes a vessel having first and second opposing ends and a wall surface. A closure member is positionable about the first end to contain fluid within the vessel. A sanitizing bowl has a side shaped to hold fluid. Cleaning elements, each having a tip, are configured for placement along the side of the bowl so that the cleaning element tips extend in a direction away from the bowl. The tips are positioned to provide scrubbing or brushing action along a crevice region of a finger when a portion of the finger extends into the vessel and is moved along the cleaning element tips to facilitate cleaning or sanitizing the finger with the fluid. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367459 | DRAWING DEVICE AND INSERTION CASE - A drawing device includes an insertion case into which an object that is a finger or a toe having a nail to be drawn is inserted, and including a first surface provided with an opening area that exposes the nail in a state where the object is inserted and a second surface provided in a direction crossing the first surface, and an insertion area into which the insertion case is detachably inserted. An area of at least a part of the second surface, the area being corresponding to the nail in a state where the object is inserted, has transparency allowing an inside of the insertion case to be visible. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367460 | CONTAINER, CONTAINER COMPONENT, AND PRODUCT RANGE COMPRISING SUCH PRODUCTS - The invention relates to a container comprising: a receptacle with an outer wall visible from outside the container the peripheral outer wall is provided with a translucent layer, a housing that defines an inner space, an electronic circuit that comprises a central light source that emits light in a main emission direction. The light source is offset relative to the translucent layer. The electronic circuit is arranged within the inner space. A wave guide is arranged opposite the light source such as to guide a light wave emitted by the light source into the translucent layer. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367461 | AEROSOL PRODUCT FOR FORMING WARMING CREAM COMPOSITION - An object of the present invention is to provide an aerosol product for forming a warming cream composition which is capable of achieving excellent dispersion stability of hydration exothermic substance powder and of easily forming a warming cream composition having a sufficient warming effect. The aerosol product of the present invention includes a double structure container provided with a discharging mechanism for simultaneously discharging contents filled in the two liquid concentrate filling spaces. The propellant filling space is filled with a propellant composed of compressed gas. The first liquid concentrate filling space is filled with a composition, which includes hydration exothermic substance powder dispersed in a liquid medium containing a polyhydric alcohol and a higher alcohol and having a viscosity (at 20° C.) of 1000 to 10000 mPa·s, containing 10 to 40% by mass of the hydration exothermic substance powder, and 0.05 to 20% by mass of the higher alcohol, and having a viscosity (at 20° C.) of 1000 to 125000 mPa·s. The second liquid concentrate filling space is filled with a composition containing water and 0.1 to 10% by mass of a viscosity modifier. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367462 | SYSTEM FOR DISPENSING A MAKEUP PRODUCT - System for dispensing a makeup product, having a dispenser ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367463 | COSMETIC APPLICATOR HAVING AN INTERNAL SPACE CONTAINING THE COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to a cosmetic applicator for applying a non-liquid composition (P) to human keratin materials, the applicator: —comprising a stem ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367464 | Wig Drying Assembly - A wig drying assembly includes a wire frame. A wig may be positioned on the wire frame when the wig is washed thereby facilitating the wig to air dry. A panel is positioned on the wire frame. The panel is comprised of a fluid absorbent material to absorb water from the wig when the wig is placed on the wire frame. A plurality of suction cups is provided. Each of the suction cups is coupled to the wire frame. Each of the suction cups may suctionally engage a wall in shower thereby facilitating the wire frame to retained on the wall in the shower. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367465 | HIGH VOLUME INDIVIDUAL FLUID TRANSPORT DEVICE - The invention comprises devices and methods for carrying quantities of materials preferably fluids. The device of the invention is preferably a wearable garment such as, preferably a vest or poncho, with one or more bladders or compartments adapted to hold a fluid. Preferably the garment comprises fluid connections between the bladders. The connections allow for the distributing the load over the carrier, which is preferably a person. The invention is designed to be inexpensive to manufacture, capable of easy manufacture in large numbers, and, if desired, disposable or repurposed. The device significantly enhances the ability of an individual to provide water or other fluids or materials to individuals or groups such as families. Preferably the invention allows for the transport of potable water from a supply point to the point of end use with minimal or no discomfort to the wearer. Preferably the invention supports the heating and/or cooling of the fluid or other applications, including use of building materials. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367466 | Techslate - Techslate is an apparatus having component parts producing a surface plane(s) for load, operation, and viewing of mobile devices like smart phones, tablets, computers, alphanumeric keyboards, integrated CPUs, electronic equipment, literary mediums, etc., offering solutions for hands free, ambulant operation. Devices and components are mounted, secured, embedded, engineered in or onto the apparatus, which has balanced mid-upper suspension mechanisms securing it at appropriate viewing and operation angles from the human body by neck, shoulder, chest straps and/or braces. The apparatus's lower end attaches around the waist or torso of the human body with variable tension controlled band mechanisms. (i.e. elastic, Velcro, magnets, slots, springs, positioned locking, etc.). Utility and functionality of this apparatus is created by the principles employed, so as the apparatus's component parts are sufficient to handle the load, viewing and operation of devices which are embedded, mounted, integrated, and secured to the apparatus. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367467 | ATTACHING LOOP MEMBER TO MOUNT PRINTING DEVICE ON BELT-LIKE MEMBER WORN BY USER - An attaching loop member to mount a printing device on a belt-like member worn by a user includes: a device-side member connectable to the printing device; and an attaching-side member mountable on the belt-like member worn by the user. The device-side member includes: a device-side plate portion; a fixing portion fixable to the printing device; a shaft portion and an engaging portion provided on the device-side plate portion. The attaching-side member includes: a bearing portion engageable with the shaft portion; an engaged portion engageable with the engaging portion; and an open portion providing an open region between the bearing portion and the engaged portion to allow the belt-like member to penetrate through the open region. The engagement of the shaft portion with the bearing portion allows the device-side member to pivot relative to the attaching-side member to realize engagement and disengagement of the engaging portion relative to the engaged portion. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367468 | DUAL-PURPOSE HAIR STYLING AND RETENTION DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - A dual-purpose hair styling and retention device including a curved handle having a top surface couplable to a user's head and a bottom surface opposite the top surface, the top surface and the bottom surface forming a hand gripping surface. The dual-purpose hair styling and retention device also includes a base pivotally coupled to the handle, the base having an upper surface and a bottom surface opposite the upper surface, the upper surface including a plurality of bristles coupled thereto. The dual-purpose hair styling and retention device further includes an extended configuration in which the handle extends from the base to expose the hand gripping surface and a hair-retention configuration in which the base is selectively coupled to the bottom surface of the handle to at least partially obstruct the hand gripping surface and expose the plurality of bristles. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367469 | Oral Care Implement - An oral care implement that includes a head having tooth cleaning elements including at least one conical tuft of bristles. The conical tuft of bristles defines a cavity that has a transverse cross-sectional area that increases with distance from the head. The tooth cleaning elements may also include one or more arcuate cleaning elements that at least partially surround the conical tuft. The tooth cleaning elements may also include multi-height bristle tufts along lateral sides of the head. Furthermore, the head may have two conical tufts such that one of the conical tufts is oriented at a smaller acute angle relative to the head than the other conical tuft and/or one of the conical tufts is taller than the other conical tuft. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367470 | FLEXIBLE TORSION SHAFT AND AN ARRANGEMENT USING IT AND A CLEANING DEVICE FOR AIR-CONDITIONING DUCTS - A flexible composite torsion shaft for attachment to a drive shaft includes an elongated core element having a circular cross section. A reinforcement comprising at least one polymer layer and multiple layers of reinforcing-fiber wound around the core element inside the at least one polymer layer. Each reinforcing-fiber layer is wound around the core element at a winding angle in a range of 40° to the hoop winding angle, depending on a width of a reinforcing-fiber being wound, relative to a longitudinal direction of the core element. At least one reinforcing-fiber-layer is wound at an opposite angle from another reinforcing-fiber layer inside the at least one polymer layer. The winding angle increases as an average layer diameter of reinforcing-fiber insider the at least one polymer layer increases. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367471 | SYSTEM TO PROMOTE OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF HANDHELD COSMETIC DEVICE - A system to promote optimum performance of a personal care appliance is provided including: a personal care appliance having an appliance status; and a client device, in communication with the appliance, including circuitry configured to compare the appliance status with the protocol for using the appliance, control display of an indicator based on the comparison. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367472 | ORAL TOOTHPASTE AND ELECTRICAL CLEANING DEVICE - An oral cleaning device includes a head portion that supports cleaning elements, a handle portion extending from the head portion, an EMF generator disposed in the handle portion. An inductor is located in the head portion and is connected to the EMF generator. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367473 | Oral Care Implement - An oral care implement including an elastomeric component that includes a bumper portion that forms a distal-most section of the peripheral surface and a wall portion located along a distal-most section of the perimeter edge and protruding above the front surface. The wall portion may include a first ramped portion, an apex portion, and a second ramped portion. The wall portion may include a plurality of spaced-apart ridges protruding from an outer surface of the bumper portion and an outer surface of the wall portion. An oral care implement is disclosed that includes a soft tissue cleanser having a plurality of protuberances of differing heights. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367474 | METHOD OF MAKING A BRUSH AND BRUSH - A method of making a brush includes providing a plurality of first filaments, each having a first end and a second end; bringing the plurality of first filaments into a first predetermined shape such that the first ends are arranged side by side on a common contour; fixedly connecting the first ends so that a first pre-tuft having the first predetermined shape and a connected first end is formed; bringing a second tuft element having a first end and a second end together with the first pre-tuft into a second predetermined shape such that the first end of the second tuft element and the connected first end of the first pre-tuft are arranged side by side on a common contour; fixedly connecting the connected first end of the first pre-tuft and the first end of the at least second tuft element so that a final tuft having the second predetermined shape and a connected end is formed; and attaching the final tuft to a brush body by overmolding the final tuft's connected end with a plastic material. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367475 | Furniture Having a Pull-Out Worktop - A piece of furniture includes a base plate ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367476 | Radial Scissor Lift Table and Method - A radial-scissor lift assembly for a table top comprising an upper support member, a lower support member, and at least three scissor assemblies coupled to the upper and lower support members. Each scissor assembly includes a table-scissor member rotatably supporting a table wheel adapted for contacting an unattached table. Each scissor assembly further includes a floor-scissor member rotatably supporting a floor wheel adapted for contacting a surface supporting the radial-scissor lift assembly. The radial-scissor lift assembly has an actuator assembly coupled to the lower support member and to the upper support member for moving the scissor assemblies. A method for lowering a table top comprising disposing a table top on at least three table rollers, and rolling the table rollers along the bottom on the table top and away from the center of the table top to cause the table top to be lowered. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367477 | MULTIMEDIA OPERATION SYSTEM WITH CONTROL PANEL - A multimedia operation system includes a display, a display driver, a desk, a display control panel, an input/output interface driver, and an application processor. The display driver drives the display to display images. The display control panel is disposed in the desk, and outputs an initiation signal according to a user's operation. The input/output interface driver receives the initiation signal and outputs a menu activation signal according to the initiation signal. The application processor executes an application to generate multimedia data, controls the display driver to drive the display for displaying application images of the multimedia data, and controls the display driver to drive the display for displaying a menu image when receiving the menu activation signal. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367478 | HOME APPLIANCE DEVICE WITH A DOOR RACK CONTAINER AND HOME APPLIANCE INCLUDING THE HOME APPLIANCE DEVICE - A home appliance device, in particular a home appliance chiller device, with improved efficiency, includes a door rack container having an access opening and a pivot unit which is pivotably coupled to the door rack container about a pivot axis. The pivot unit includes a container door for closing the access opening and a receptacle coupled to the container door for storing products. The receptacle includes an extension which is at least substantially parallel to a main extension plane of the access opening and at least substantially perpendicular to the pivot axis. The extension of the receptacle is at least 5% shorter than a corresponding extension of the container door in a closed state of the container door. A home appliance, in particular a home chiller appliance, including a home appliance device, is also provided. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367479 | BOTTLE RACK - A bottle bracket includes a main frame divided into an assembling portion and a supporting portion, wherein at least one slot is defined in the assembling portion. At least one bracket is selectively positioned on the assembling portion. The at least one bracket includes a mounting portion abutting against the assembling portion and having at least one bore defined therein. A first holder extends from a top edge of the mounting portion and at least one through hole is defined in the first holder for allowing a bottle extending through the first holder, wherein the bottle stands on the supporting portion after extending through the at least one opening. At least one fastener sequentially extends through the at least one slot and the at least one through hole and for selectively positioning the at least one bracket due to a clamping effect thereof. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367480 | REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE WITH A DRAWER SLIDE SYNCHRONIZER - A refrigerator appliance includes a drawer slide synchronizer with a first cable and a second cable. A first bearing is mounted to a first one of a pair of drawer slides, and a second bearing is mounted to a second one of the pair of drawer slides. The first and second cables contact the first bearing, and the first and second cables also contact the second bearing. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367481 | SUPPORT FOR WIRE SHELF AND METHOD OF USE - A support adapted for mounting to wire shelving units, particularly a support adapted to be securely coupled and repositioned on upper and lower horizontally-extending wire members located at the front of wire shelving units. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367482 | EDGE STRIP - The invention relates to an edge strip ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367483 | PIVOTING FITTING, PIECE OF FURNITURE, AND MOTOR VEHICLE SEAT - A pivoting fitting is formed with first pivoting lever that is movable about an axis of rotation in relation to a second pivoting lever, and a blocking device is provided to block a rotational motion of the first pivoting lever in relation to the second pivoting lever in a first direction of rotation and to enable rotational motion in an opposite second direction of rotation in a blocking position. In addition, a switching element enables infinitely variable adjustment of the blocking position to deactivate the blocking device for an adjusting process of the first pivoting lever relative to the second pivoting lever in the first direction of rotation. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367484 | Seat Tilting Mechanism - A seat tilting mechanism comprising a main body, a seat support, a backrest support and an articulation mechanism comprising a lever, a first portion of which defines along with a first arm, the seat support and the main body a first quadrilateral hinge, and a second portion of which defines alone with a second arm, the backrest support and the main body a second quadrilateral hinge. Interior corner angles and lengths of each side of the first and second quadrilateral hinges are such that a predetermined angular displacement ratio of the backrest support in relation to the seat support is provided. An extension resistance device is mounted between the main body and the first portion to provide resistance to rotation of the lever. A first end of the extension resistance device is rotationally mounted to the lever at a first mounting point, which is located between the midpoint and upper point, and is angularly displaced from a line extending between the midpoint and the upper point. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367485 | Seat Tilting Mechanism With Two Springs - A seat tilting mechanism comprising a main body, a support member rotationally mounted to said main body, and a first extension coil spring mounted between said main body and said support member to provide resistance to rotation of said support member, in which said seat tilting mechanism further comprises a second extension coil spring and an engagement mechanism which engages said second extension coil spring for resistance to rotation of said support member when said first extension coil spring reaches a pre-determined point of extension. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367486 | Modular Furniture Assembly Corner Seating System - A modular furniture assembly including a wedge shaped base for use with other modular furniture system rectangular bases and transverse members, all of which components adhere to an (x)=(y)+(z) relationship, wherein (x) is the length of the back of the wedge shaped base, the length of the transverse member, and the length of the rectangular base. (y) is both the length of the angled side(s) of the wedge shaped base, and the width of the rectangular base. (z) is the width (i.e., thickness) of the transverse member. The angled sides of the wedge shaped base can be at or about 45° relative to one another. The rectangular bases and wedge shaped bases are of the same height, and all can be coupled together in a wide variety of modular furniture configurations. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367487 | MODULAR BUILDING BLOCKS FOR FURNITURE - Modular building blocks may be used to provide furniture or other items. Each modular building block has a number of interleaved layers that provide first and second arms of the building block. Each modular building block comprises a first engageable finger section formed from one or more of the interleaved layers and a second engageable finger section formed from two or more interleaved layers. The second engageable finger section of one modular building block receives the first engageable finger section of another modular building block allowing various arrangements to be assembled. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367488 | FOLDABLE BED - A foldable bed ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367489 | CHANNELIZED INFLATABLE BODIES AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME - An article of manufacture includes a first discrete inflatable body having a first core member cut from a single slab of core material and a first root portion, and further includes a second discrete inflatable body comprising a second core member cut from the single slab of core material and a second root portion. Each of the first and second core members includes a plurality of ribs, and the ribs extend laterally from the first and second root portions. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367490 | MATTRESS PROTECTOR WITH IMPROVED MOISTURE MANAGEMENT AND BED BUG CONTAINMENT - A mattress protector completely encloses a mattress to preclude bed bugs from escaping. All of the interior surfaces of the protector are coated or laminated with a film laminate that is resistant to bed bug bites. A zipper extends partially around the circumference of the mattress protector so that when the zipper is opened an opening is provided allowing a mattress to be slid into the protector. The zipper is located next to the intersection between side walls and the bottom wall. A closure flap extends perpendicularly to the direction of extension of the zipper. The outer surface of the top wall is provided with a coating that renders the top surface waterproof while also providing anti-microbial properties and unique temperature regulation. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367491 | SEAT COVER WITH OCCUPANT COVERING FEATURE - Seat covers, more particularly, seat covers having a seat covering portion adapted to cover at least a portion of a seat, and an occupant covering portion adapted to simultaneously cover at least a portion of a human occupant of said seat. Exemplary seat covers may be fitted or non-fitted in design, and may include a retention mechanism for releasably securing the seat covering portion to a seat. Exemplary seat covers may be configured for use with, among other things, furniture such as reclining chairs, and motorized vehicle seats. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367492 | BASSINET SUPPORT - A child containment device and a mattress support assembly for a child containment device providing a generally flat mattress configuration under load of a child supported thereon; a multi-paneled mattress for a child containment device allowing repositioning of mattress panels between an expanded state and a compact state, and wherein in the expanded state, structural couplings maintain the mattress in a generally flat configuration; and a chamfered corner arrangement for resisting curling of a mattress for a child containment device. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367493 | INFANT CARRIER AND SWING DEVICE THEREWITH - An infant carrier includes an upper frame, a seat mount frame, a base frame, and at least one folding mechanism. The seat mount frame is pivoted to the upper frame. The base frame is pivoted to the seat mount frame. The at least one folding mechanism is disposed between the seat mount frame and base frame and for allowing the seat mount frame to pivot relative to the base frame between an unfolded position and a folded position. In such a way, when the infant carrier is not in use, it can provide convenient way to fold infant carrier by operating the at least one folding mechanism for easy storage and transportation. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367494 | Portable lounge - A plush children's lounge is provided. The lounge includes a sidewall connected to a base. The lounge is convertible between an open configuration and a closed configuration and a fastener is provided. When the fastener is connected, the lounge defines a closed configuration having a reduced length and suitable for portability. Backpack straps are provided so that the lounge can be carried on the back. The sidewall is resilient such that the lounge springs into the open configuration when the fastener is released. When in the open configuration, a child can recline inside the lounge. Scallops in the sidewall serve as a headrest for the lounger and a plush toy head with eyes is connected to the lounge such that the child can see the plush toy while lying in the lounge. The lounge further includes arms and legs that resemble an animal or other creature. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367495 | BABY CARRIAGE - A baby carriage comprises a frame and a cushion. The cushion is disposed on the frame. The cushion comprises a plurality of reinforcing plates and a fabric cover. The reinforcing plates are disposed in the fabric cover. The reinforcing plates are arranged side by side and separated from each other. At least one of the reinforcing plates comprises a plate body and a first reinforcing rib. The plate body has a plurality of through holes formed thereon. The first reinforcing rib is located on a bottom surface of the plate body. The first reinforcing rib comprises a straight section and a curved section. The curved section extends from the straight section. A gap exists between an end of the curved section and one of the straight section and the curved section. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367496 | DURABLE CRIB SHIELD SYSTEM - A crib liner constructed of breathable material having a reduced suffocation resistance level for infant and toddler use. In some configurations, the breathable material may include an inner fabric, outer fabric, and a pile substructure between the front and back substructures, thereby allowing air to move effectively therethrough. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367497 | POROUS CRIB SHIELD SYSTEM - A crib liner constructed of breathable material having a reduced suffocation resistance level for infant and toddler use. In some configurations, the breathable material may include an inner fabric, outer fabric, and a pile substructure between the front and back substructures, thereby allowing air to move effectively therethrough. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367498 | LAYERED CRIB SHIELD SYSTEM - A crib liner constructed of breathable material having a reduced suffocation resistance level for infant and toddler use. In some configurations, the breathable material may include an inner fabric, outer fabric, and a pile substructure between the front and back substructures, thereby allowing air to move effectively therethrough. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367499 | REVERSIBLE CRIB SHIELD SYSTEM - A crib liner constructed of breathable material having a reduced suffocation resistance level for infant and toddler use. In some configurations, the breathable material may include an inner fabric, outer fabric, and a pile substructure between the front and back substructures, thereby allowing air to move effectively therethrough. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367500 | TAKE-OUT UNIT AND ARTICLE DISPLAY RACK USING THE TAKE-OUT UNIT - An article moving device of the present invention includes a plurality of roller members, a base member which has a bottom plate section and a peripheral wall section and accommodates the plurality of roller members, and a plate-shaped cover member which is detachably attached to the peripheral wall section so as to cover an opening section surrounded by the peripheral wall section, wherein the base member is formed of a material having a flexural modulus of 2500 MPa to 4000 MPa, a first parameter of 7.00 to 18.00, as calculated by the formula: flexural modulus (MPa)×yield stress in tension (MPa)×thickness (mm)/density (g/cm | 2017-12-28 |
20170367501 | MUSEUM SHOWCASE, HAVING A LOAD-BEARING FRAME COMPRISING TUBULAR BEAMS CONNECTED TOGETHER BY JOINTS THAT HAVE A RATIONALIZED STRUCTURE - This museum showcase comprises a load-bearing frame comprising tubular beams with quadrangular section connected together by at least one joint, and is characterized in that the joint comprises two flat and parallel plates, wherein each plate comprises a middle portion and at least two attachment wings, wherein the two attachment wings of each plate are respectively inserted in a first and a second of the tubular beams and fixed to them. In this way, the showcase can be designed and built in a particularly quick and easy manner. Both the beams and the joints can be made starting from extremely simple and cost-effective semi-finished products (tubes and plates, respectively), with elementary processes, basically simple cuts to the desired sizes. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367502 | Management System for First Aid Supplies - A supply management system for first aid supplies employs an organizing board. The organizing board has a multiplicity of forward axially projecting pegs which are configured in a generally rectangular grid. A plurality of first aid items are each contained in a box-like container having a rear mounting panel. The mounting panel has a matrix of structures defining apertures corresponding in spacing to selected portions of the grid of pegs. Each first aid container is mountable to the board in a stable position whereby selected pegs are received in apertures of the mounting panel and the panel is disposed forwardly from the board. The structures are deformable and have a generally circular central portion with a plurality of radial perforations which form tabs. The organizing board is preferably placed against the rear of a first aid cabinet. The organizing board and the matrix of apertures ensure compatibility of first aid replacement products. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367503 | PILLOW DISPLAY CART - A pillow cart includes a frame having a lower portion that includes a lower support assembly and an upper support assembly. The frame has an upper portion that includes a top support assembly that is connected to the upper support assembly. A first tray is coupled to the lower support assembly. A second tray is coupled to the upper support assembly. A third tray is coupled to the top support assembly. A housing is coupled to the third tray. An electronic display is positioned within the housing | 2017-12-28 |
20170367504 | MODULAR POSTER PRINT STRETCH FRAME - A modular poster print stretch frame for displaying a variety of sizes of poster prints. The modular poster print stretch frame may comprise a plurality of modular frame sections, each having a section body and two or more connectors disposed on at least two faces of the section body, each connector being configured to link the modular frame section to at least one other modular frame section. Modular frame sections may also include a plurality of retaining structures which may be used to retain a fabric sheet, such as a poster print. Some or all of the modular frame sections may be substantially identical to and interchangeable with each other, allowing for simple and easy assembly of the modular poster print stretch frame to a variety of sizes. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367505 | HANGING APPARATUS AND BRACKET FOR HANGING A FRAME APPARATUS - A hanging apparatus that includes a frame apparatus that supports a display item and a bracket coupled thereto. The bracket may include a body portion and a mounting portion, the mounting portion facilitating coupling of the bracket to the frame apparatus. The body portion may include a peripheral edge including first, second, and third edge portions. There may be a first slot extending from the third edge portion towards the second edge portion and a second slot extending form the third edge portion towards the first edge portion. Furthermore, there may be an aperture extending through the body portion that includes an entry section, first nesting section, and a second nesting section. The first slot and the first nesting section may be aligned along a first axis and the second slot and the second nesting section may be aligned along a second axis that is perpendicular to the first axis. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367506 | HANGING APPARATUS - A hanging apparatus that includes a frame, a stack, and a bracket. The frame has a front surface, a rear surface opposite the front surface, and an inner surface that defines a display opening. The frame may also have a rabbet defined by a horizontal surface and a vertical surface of the inner surface of the frame and a channel may be formed into the vertical surface. A stack can be positioned within the rabbet of the frame. The hanging apparatus may also include one or more brackets each including a body portion including an edge having a sawtooth configuration. The bracket may also include a mounting portion that facilitates coupling the bracket to the frame by nesting the mounting portion of the bracket within the channel of the frame. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367507 | Maternity and Feeding Support Pillow - The invention, as described herein, is a combination maternity and feeding support pillow, which will relieve muscle stress and ligament strain on the expectant and/or nursing mother. Pregnancy places a great amount of strain on a woman's body; therefore, the support pillow is designed to mold into a variety of positions, making it particularly useful where the range of motion of the user is limited. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367508 | Computer Pillow Stand - A mobile computer such as tablet computer or mobile phone typically lacks built-in structure for standing up on its own. The user must hold it up by hand during use. The present invention is a pillow stand for mobile computers that may be comfortably placed on the lap of a user. It includes an outer shell enclosing a soft filler. A gripping member is positioned on the outer shell for supporting the computer in a backwardly tilting free-standing position. A stabilizing plate is positioned under the outer shell and connected to the gripping member. The stabilizing plate is engaged against the filler to spread the weight of the computer across a large enough area of the soft filler to stably support the computer. The gripping member includes a slot for receiving a lower edge of the computer. An adjusting device connected to the slot is operable to change the width of the slot and thus the tilt and viewing angle of the computer. The pillow stand also lifts the computer higher for reducing neck strain. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367509 | GRAVITY CUPS - A drinking vessel has a sidewall formed of multiple structured layers. The sidewall includes an open spout and a closed base. A circumference of the side wall at the base is larger than a circumference of the side wall at the open spout to provide the drinking vessel with a lowered center of gravity than a traditional drinking vessel with the closed base narrower than the open spout. The sidewall includes multiple structured layers to form a scaffold structure. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367510 | WATER BOTTLE INSERT - An insert made from reticulated foam has a first profile in which an outer perimeter of the insert has a size and a shape that substantially corresponds to an inner surface of a portable container. The insert also has a second profile in which the outer perimeter of the insert has a size and a shape that substantially corresponds to an opening of the portable container. The reticulated foam has a cell density that prevents sloshing noises resulting from jostling movement of the portable container from exceeding 50 db while enabling liquid to exit the portable container at a consumable rate. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367511 | Self chilling beverage system - The currently disclosed invention consists of a system for rapidly chilling a beverage within a drinking container while it is being consumed. The preferred embodiment consists of two straight plastic tubes, one fitting inside the other, with ice contained between the outer tube and the inner tube, wherein beverage can be drawn up through the inner tube in the manner of a drinking straw. The tubes are created by extrusion molding, with an optional weight located within the outer tube, surrounding the base of the inner tube, and encased in plastic. Other embodiments of this system are possible, as are described within the specification incorporated herein. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367512 | Integrated Knife Rack with Tray and Spice Container - In one example, we describe a device for an efficient and compact rack system for knives and other kitchenware. This stylish design integrates: One or more (e.g., three) grinders, a cutting/chopping board, a tray, and a complete full size knife rack, as an example. All these kitchen tools are specifically designed to fit in the same space that a full-size knife rack normally takes. Many different variations are shown here, as well. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367513 | FLOOR MAT - A floor mat includes a body portion, a plurality of channels positioned on a top of the body portion, a plurality of supports extending away from a bottom of the body portion, and a first plurality of ribs extending between the plurality of supports on the bottom of the body portion. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367514 | SMOKELESS AIR BLADE WOK - The invention provides a food preparation vessel ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367515 | KITCHEN APPLIANCE - An electric kitchen appliance has a pot for receiving food to be processed using the electric kitchen appliance. An ultrasound transmitter and an ultrasound receiver are provided in order to determine the fill level of the food in the pot. The ultrasound transmitter and the ultrasound receiver are attached to the upper edge of the pot such that an ultrasound signal can be transmitted onto the surface of the food by the ultrasound transmitter, and an ultrasound signal reflected by the surface of the food can be received by the ultrasound receiver. In this manner, an electric kitchen appliance is provided which allows the fill state of the food in the pot to be determined in a simple and reliable manner. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367516 | Rapid Food Cooking Device and Rapid Cooking Method Therefor - The invention relates to a rapid food cooking device and a rapid cooking method thereof. The rapid food cooking device comprises an independent water tank( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367517 | COOKING DEVICE WITH COMPACT STRUCTURE PREVENTING OIL FUME - The present invention relates to a cooking device, including a housing, a base, an inner, and a lid. The housing is arranged on the base and is provided with a storage chamber, the inner pot is arranged inside the storage chamber, and the lid is arranged on the housing matching with the opening of the storage chamber. The lid comprising at least a sealing unit on an inner surface thereof. The cooking device further includes a control module and an exhaust module, the control module includes a processor; and the exhaust module includes an air-filled element, an air-extraction element, an inlet passage and an exhaust passage, the air-filled element and the air-extraction element are respectively connected with the processor. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367518 | AUTOMATIC COFFEE MAKER AND METHOD OF PREPARING A BREWED BEVERAGE - A beverage system includes a housing and a brew basket associated with the housing. The brew basket includes a brew chamber. A pressurization system is associated with the brew chamber. The pressurization system is selectively operable to increase a pressure within the brew chamber to control a rate at which a fluid passes through the brew chamber to an outlet formed in said brew basket. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367519 | SYSTEM FOR PREPARING AN INFUSED BEVERAGE - System for making an infused beverage, includes: at least one infusion assembly of a machine for preparing infused beverages; at least one capsule containing an aromatic substance for the preparation of an infused beverage through interaction with a liquid; the capsule including: a cup-shaped body with a recess having a depth for containing a predetermined amount of an aromatic substance; the body including at least one side wall and a bottom, and running around a vertical axis; the first infusion assembly including: a first infusing member, including a recess for accommodating at least partially the capsule; a second infusing member for cooperating with the first infusing member so as to at least partially close the recess to define an accommodating seat with the first infusing member; the capsule including first coupling elements; the infusion assembly including second coupling elements structured to removably engage the first coupling elements. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367520 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR BREWING A FLAVORFUL DRINK - An apparatus for brewing a flavored beverage includes a full immersion brewing vessel and an automated release mechanism with a hold position and a release position. The automated release mechanism in the hold position is configured for flavored particles in the brewing vessel to be fully immersed in water such that brewing of a flavored beverage occurs. The automated release mechanism in the release position is configured for brewing of the flavored beverage to be terminated via the force of gravity. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367521 | BEVERAGE-BREWING PACKAGE - A beverage brewing package includes a cup and a sealant film. The cup may be formed by a thermoforming process. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367522 | BEER POST-MATURATION CUTOMISATION APPLIANCE - This invention patent applies to the manufacture and beer consume areas and is about a device for the customization of postmaturation beer allowing to add ingredients on already done beers, in order to change its visual and sensory characteristics, according to the adjustments executed by the user or by a recipe that can be programmed on the device. Referring to the domestic customization device for the visual and sensory characteristics of the already done beers, having the objective of altering it, according to the user parameters, and the characteristics of the already done beers, inside several conditions, with the introduction of supplies such as liquids, syrups and having the possibility of cold infusion. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367523 | BEVERAGE MACHINE WITH SLIDINGLY CONNECTABLE CUP-SUPPORT - A beverage preparation machine ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367524 | APPARATUS FOR PREPARING A COFFEE BEVERAGE, A SYSTEM COMPRISING SUCH AN APPARATUS, USE OF A COFFEE CONTAINER IN SUCH A SYSTEM OR IN SUCH AN APPARATUS AND A METHOD FOR PREPARING A COFFEE BEVERAGE USING SUCH AN APPARATUS OR USING SUCH A SYSTEM - An apparatus for preparing a coffee beverage. The apparatus comprises a holder for receiving a coffee container. The holder comprising at least one outlet opening having at least one orifice for generating a coffee beverage flow when coffee beverage is fed to the outlet opening. A liquid flow path extends between the orifice and at least one outflow opening for discharging coffee beverage from the apparatus, a coffee outlet chamber being included in the liquid flow path. The apparatus further comprises an air flow generator for during operation- generating a flow of air in the coffee outlet chamber for entraining in the flow of air an aroma of the coffee beverage; said coffee outlet chamber comprising at least one dispenser opening for dispensing coffee beverage aroma in a direction away from the apparatus, in particular into the direction of the user. The at least one dispenser opening is separate from the at least one outflow opening. A method for preparing coffee beverage comprises the step of generating a flow of air in the coffee outlet chamber. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367525 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PRODUCING MILK-AIR EMULSIONS - A method for producing different types of milk-air emulsions with a milk-air emulsion generating device, comprising: producing the milk-air emulsions in dependence on at least one determined physical material characteristic of the milk-air emulsion. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367526 | COFFEE MAKER WITH FEATURES FOR RAPID AND/OR MULTIPLE EXTRACTION PROCESSES, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Coffee makers with features for rapid and/or multiple extraction processes, and associated systems and methods. A representative system includes a brew chamber, a coffee chamber, a filter device, and an accelerated extraction device configured to accelerate a flow of coffee from the brew chamber to the coffee chamber. During a first brewing process, a controller directs a first volume of hot water into the brew chamber to form a first a volume of coffee for delivery from the brew chamber into the coffee chamber. During a second brewing process, the controller directs a second volume of hot water into the brew to form a second volume of coffee for delivery into the coffee chamber to mix with the first volume of coffee. The controller activates the accelerated extraction device to move at least one of the first and second volumes of coffee. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367527 | DISPOSABLE HEAT TRANSFER DEVICE AND SYSTEM INTEGRATING SUCH A DEVICE - The invention relates to a disposable heat transfer device ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367528 | HEAT TRANSFER DEVICE AND SYSTEM INTEGRATING SUCH A DEVICE - Heat transfer device ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367529 | CLAMSHELL INDUCTION COOKING SYSTEM - An induction cooking system including a first shell including a first housing, a first plate coupled to the first housing, and a first induction coil within the first housing. The induction cooking system also includes a second shell coupled to the first shell, the second shell including a second housing, a second plate coupled to the second housing, and a second induction coil within the second housing. The induction cooking system further includes a first temperature sensor for sensing a first plate temperature, a second temperature sensor for sensing a second plate temperature, and a controller. The controller is configured to receive the first plate temperature, receive the second plate temperature, adjust a first current supply to the first induction coil based on the first plate temperature, and adjust a second current supply to the second induction coil based on the second plate temperature. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367530 | NICKEL-FREE METALLIC COOKWARE WITH GOOD CORROSION PROPERTIES AND THE METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - The present invention relates generally to a method for producing a multi-layer clad strip for use metallic cookware having a nickel-less cooking surface. In an aspect, the invention relates to a method of using a roll bonding process to generate a nickel-less cooking surface for cookware made of discrete layers of different metals. The nickel-less cooking surface can comprise stainless steel. The stainless steel can include ferritic stainless steel. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367531 | Stepless Height-Adjustable Grill - A stepless height-adjustable grill, an inclined rail is disposed on one side of a base body, and a corresponding connecting rod is provided with a slidable height fixing slider which is positioned on the inclined rail. The inclined rail is provided with a lock-up edge, while the height fixing slider is provided with a lock; when the height fixing slider is positioned on the inclined rail, the lock is interlocked with the lock-up edge by means of the spring force of a spring to position the height fixing slider on the inclined rail. The lock is provided with a release portion which overcomes the spring force of the spring to release the interlocking between the lock and the lock-up edge. The interlocking between the lock and the lock-up edge can be released by operating the release portion, and the upper cover component can be freely lifted by a handle. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367532 | BURNER TUBE AND VENTURI FOR GAS GRILL - The present inventions provide, among other things, tapered burner tubes having raised gas ports and a smooth interior surface free from obstructions. Venturi members creating a smooth flow of the gas/air mixture along the top of the burner tube are also provided. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367533 | Canted Grill - A canted grill has a lid, a base, a cooking grate and four telescoping legs. The lid and the base fit together to form a cooking chamber with a rectangular box shape. The cooking grate is mounted inside the cooking chamber at an acute angle with respect to a side face of the cooking chamber. This gives the cooking chamber a canted look when the telescoping legs are adjusted so that the grate is horizontal. The canted cooking chamber has a deep side and a shallow side. Charcoal is placed in a firebox in the deep side. This provides direct heat to food placed on the cooking grate above it. Food placed on the cooking grate on the shallow side is heated indirectly by the charcoal. When not in use, the telescoping legs are collapsed and rotated so that they fit beside the cooking chamber. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367534 | LID RETAINING HANDLE FOR COOKING DEVICE - The present disclosure describes a lid retaining handle for a Kamado-style or other cooking device that limits movement of the device's lid relative to a band extending at least partially about the lid and coupled to a mechanism that enables opening and closing of the lid relative to the device's base. The lid retaining handle couples to the band and has portions for engaging a rim or ridge of the lid to substantially resist movement of the band in a direction away from the rim or ridge and toward the lid's edge. The lid retaining handle also has a grip for grasping by a user of the cooking device to open or close the device's lid relative to the device's base. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367535 | OIL MEASUREMENT DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MONITORING AN OIL SITUATED IN A TANK - For the monitoring of an oil situated in a tank | 2017-12-28 |
20170367536 | STAINLESS STEEL FOOD SERVICE VESSELS - A stainless steel food service vessel is configured to provide an insulating carrier containing a food item or beverage. The stainless steel vessel is formed of a double wall construction having a sealed insulating cavity defined between the walls of the vessel. The insulating cavity may contain an insulating fluid or may be evacuated under a vacuum to impart superior insulating properties to the vessel to keep food items or beverages hot or cold. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367537 | APPARATUS FOR THE PROPORTIONED FEED OF COFFEE BEANS - Apparatus for the proportioned feed of coffee beans includes a separator proportioner unit configured to measure out the coffee beans in individual measures; an incremental weighing unit configured to weigh a quantity of coffee beans proportioned by the separator proportioner unit; and a control card configured to receive a weight signal from the incremental weighing unit and calculate the weight of the proportioned coffee beans. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367538 | COOKING UTENSIL WITH CHANNEL GROOVES - A cooking utensil is disclosed with an arcuate groove channel formed in the cooking surface of the utensil. The device includes the cooking surface including the arcuate groove channel. The arcuate groove channel includes one of a spiral-shape and a series of concentric circles upon the cooking surface. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367539 | Portable bathtub safety device - The portable bathtub safety device is a portable inflatable barrier system, that when correctly installed and maintained (fully inflated) should help prevent people from falling into most types of empty bathtubs. The device utilizes a separate barrier cushion over the edge of the tub that should lessen the chance of serious injury by acting as a protective cushion over the edge of the tub. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367540 | ROTARY BATHTUB GRAB-BAR CHAIR - A rotary bathtub grab-bar chair includes a base body, a rotary base, and a seat. A fixed board is provided on the base body and is threadedly provided with a threaded rod. A moving block is threadedly connected to the threaded rod and is connected with a clip board. The clip board and the fixed board are movable toward each other by rotating the threaded rod. The base body further has annularly arranged and equally spaced bolt holes. The rotary base is coupled to, and rotatable but limited in movement with respect to, the base body and includes a bolt tube to correspond to any of the bolt holes. A bolt can move in the bolt tube and be movably engaged in any of the bolt holes. The seat is coupled to the rotary base and has openings. One can enter a bathtub easily while seated on the seat. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367541 | Infant Bath Aide - An inflatable waterproof bath aide comprising an inflated vinyl mattress having a central bed chamber, an elevated pillow chamber, elevated left and right chambers, an air inflation valve on its lower face, and a plurality of suction cups on its lower face for attachment to a bathing surface. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367542 | APPLICATOR DEVICE - An improved applicator device is an elongated, extendable applicator for applying liquids, gels, or lotions on hard-to-reach areas of the body. The device may have a removable and washable sponge which can also be replaced when worn and have a temperature controlled reservoir within the handle for heating or cooling the lotions along with having vibrating, massage capabilities. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367543 | BRUSH ENCODING DEVICE FOR SYSTEM TO PROMOTE OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF HANDHELD COSMETIC DEVICE - A personal care appliance is provided that includes a brushhead for use in skincare; an appliance body having a motor assembly for oscillating the brushhead, wherein the brushhead or a portion of the motor assembly that is configured to oscillate includes a marking; and a brush encoder configured to detect the marking, and determine the oscillation of the brushhead. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367544 | SUSPENDED TOWEL ASSEMBLY - Disclosed herein is a suspended towel assembly. The towel assembly is suspended from a structure convenient to a sink or a location where towels are commonly found. The towel assembly is suspended from a wall, a ceiling, a cabinet door or from any similar structure. The towel assembly includes an elastic cord having one end being anchored at the suspension structure. The other end of the elastic cord is connected to a towel. A connection member is used to create a secure connection between the towel and the elastic cord. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367545 | TOWEL BAR WITH INTEGRATED ROBE HOOK - A towel bar includes a retractable and extendable robe hook. The robe hook may be formed in a wall-mounted first base joined by a towel bar to a wall-mounted second base. A shaft may be extended from the base to reveal the robe hook. When extended, the robe hook provides a location from which objects may be hung. When not needed, the robe hook may be pushed into the base and reside within an internal cavity, thereby concealed from view. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367546 | Method and Apparatus for Folding and Opening-Up Wipes - Apparatus is provided for manufacturing a wipe in a three dimensional form out of an essentially flat piece of material. The apparatus produces a blank ( | 2017-12-28 |
20170367547 | ELECTRONIC RESIDENTIAL TISSUE DISPENSER - An automatic electronic dispenser for dispensing a roll of paper product. A dispenser module drives paper from the roll through a discharge chute at the bottom of the module. A front cover hinged on each side rotates to an open position for loading a paper roll. A back cover enables mounting the electronic dispenser to a vertical surface such as a wall. A paper roll holder is attached to the sides of the dispenser module. A driving roller unrolls the paper from the paper holder in response to a signal from an electronic sensor. A plurality of pressing rollers engaging the driving roller as paper is being dispensed along a path between the pressing and driving rollers to a discharge chute. | 2017-12-28 |
20170367548 | HYGIENIC HAND DRYER AND ANTINFECTION SPRAYER - The present invention has been derived from the ubiquitous automatic hand dryer, but including also a spraying system to sanitize the dried hands. The hollow spraying & drying chamber with hundreds ventilator outlets and multiple spray nozzles functions as a closed-loop, air-recycling system: The drying air is pressed towards the surface of the inserted hands in a down-stream angle; this downstream being enforced by the ventilator aspirating the air from the bottom outlet of the spraying & drying chamber. In contrast to the ubiquitous automatic hand dryer, the casing is closed, completely on the side walls and leaving only small openings at the higher-end side, large enough to insert the hands and suck-in air from above. With this closed chamber and the air-stream from outside above downward along the hand's surface, any emission of air-water droplets as aerosols, upward and to the environment, against the incoming air-stream, is impossible. | 2017-12-28 |