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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8181284 | Mobile sanitary urinal and method of use thereof A mobile sanitary urinal apparatus for truck drivers or others who do not have access to restroom facilities while traveling comprising a removable accumulation vessel mounted to interior or exterior of a motor vehicle is herein disclosed. The urinal is designed to ... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8177065 | Object support kit for a bed frame A kit comprising a plurality of holding devices interchangeably attached thereto a side bed frame for storing various items and anchoring a pivoting tray table is herein disclosed. The kit provides storage of such items as television remotes, flashlights, bed operat... | 05/15/2012 |
| D659376 | Jewelry attachment for footwear | 05/15/2012 |
| 8172603 | Quick-release battery cable system A polarized quick disconnect battery cable system is herein disclosed, comprising a mating pair of polarized and keyed electrical connectors capable of carrying large currents from a vehicle's primary battery to the vehicle's starter. The system also provides an all... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8172309 | Magnetic edger for a truck bed A magnetic strip device attached across the end of a pick-up truck bed in order to capture loose ferrimagnetic items such as nails, screws, and the like, is herein disclosed. While primarily envisioned for use on pickup trucks, the device can also be used on vans, m... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8172255 | Height-adjustable kitchen cart A height-adjustable cart intended for use in kitchens when transferring food among ovens, stoves and countertops is herein disclosed. The cart comprises a pair of foot-release pedals located at the base of the cart, which, when depressed, vertically adjusts the top ... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8171843 | Coffee maker with automatic metered filling means An automatic drip coffeemaker with an automatically measured water metering means is herein disclosed. The apparatus also comprises a small flexible plastic water line which connects to the water source system, an in-line replaceable water filter to ensure clean fil... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8171583 | Hospital bed with an integral bed pan A mattress apparatus that combines the functionality of a hospital bed with that of a bedpan is herein disclosed. A bedpan assembly is provided to temporarily replace a slidable mattress section in the middle of the mattress area. In use, a person confined to a bed ... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8170745 | Seat occupancy verification system for motor vehicles A system and methodology utilizing seat sensors and an electronic card system that monitors the location of children on a bus as well as preventing children from being left behind, is herein disclosed. As the child enters the bus, the child would insert a personaliz... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8169182 | Charging system for an electric vehicle A system that produces electrical power for an electric vehicle while in motion, utilizing a roof-mounted ductwork, is herein disclosed. The ductwork tunnel comprises a plurality of fan alternator assemblies which rotate due to an air flow therethrough, thereby prod... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8167153 | Hoist platform and scaffolding attachment means A support system for use on mast climbing scaffolding systems comprising a plate system with integral fastening components that attach along outer edges of a horizontal surface of the scaffolding assembly is herein disclosed. The system is utilized to mount a hoisti... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8166701 | Rotating platform for potted plants A rotating base for house plant planters is herein disclosed, wherein said base slowly turns to complete a revolution within a pre-determined period, to urge the plant in the planter to grow in a vertical direction. The planter base is powered by a battery which is ... | 05/01/2012 |
| 8166677 | Manual snow plow A manual snow plow with ergonomic features comprises a snow scoop, two (2) articulating struts extending upward from the scoop and two (2) hinged rounded braces placed against a user's shoulders during use. The struts are provided with cross bracing which provide si... | 05/01/2012 |
| D658820 | Remote control pet toy | 05/01/2012 |
| D658814 | Nose and cheek guard for goggles | 05/01/2012 |
| D658479 | Flower pot anchor | 05/01/2012 |
| 8162376 | Automated sun visor for vehicles An electrically-deployable sun visor system for use on motor vehicles wherein the sun visor retracts upward and deploys downward upon a track system, are located on the front windshield and alternately on the side window. The sun visor is operated by a motor-operate... | 04/24/2012 |
| 8162333 | Combination child walker and high chair An apparatus that combines the functionality of a high chair and a child walker into one integral device is herein disclosed. The frame extends upward using a tubular structure which allows the apparatus to raise from a lower walker height thereto a high chair heigh... | 04/24/2012 |
| 8162329 | Material transporter An apparatus to aid in the moving and transportation of heavy doors or large sheet-type materials comprises a pair of joined “L”-shaped brackets mounted upon a folding hinge. The hinge allows the weight of the carried material to fold the apparatus inwardly thus... | 04/24/2012 |
| D658335 | Waterproof hand covering for intravenous therapy | 04/24/2012 |
| 8157713 | Attachable exercise device and method of use thereof An attachable exercise apparatus comprising a rotating handle assembly, a base, and a suction cup for mounting the apparatus to a flat surface, is herein disclosed. The handle assembly comprises an ergonomic cylindrical shape which spans an “L”-shaped frame. The... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8157394 | Attachable adjustable mirror A mirror assembly having a versatile clamping assembly for use during hunting or other outdoor sporting activities comprises an adjustable mirror which provides a user with a wide viewing angle to the rear and periphery of a current location. The mirror assembly is ... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8157137 | Personal eating tray A neck-mounted personal eating apparatus designed to facilitate eating by a person away from a table, is herein disclosed. The apparatus comprises a rectangular tray equipped with a raised lip around the entire perimeter to prevent liquid spills or loss of crumbs. T... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8157108 | Pull-out, drop-down closet storage system A motorized pull-out, drop-down, closet storage shelf system is herein disclosed. The shelf system provides a track system and a series of roller slides which propel a shelf forward and downward from its conventional stowed position to a lowered position by simply p... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8157020 | Flame suppression system for barbecue grills and associated use therfor A flame suppression device adaptable to conventional barbeque grills for emergency use while grilling food comprises a water reservoir holding approximately two (2) gallons of water is located at the base of the grill is herein disclosed. A manual operated pump prov... | 04/17/2012 |
| D657913 | Disposable cleaning pick for between teeth | 04/17/2012 |
| 8154953 | Remote controlled fish locating system A fish locating system combines the functionality of a remote controlled miniature electric boat with an underwater sonar system. The watercraft is provided with a sonar transponder attached to an exterior deck. The sonar transponder wirelessly transmits sonar readi... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8151548 | Foliage skirt A foliage skirt is a device which encircles a trunk of a tree for collecting foliage clippings during trimming and subsequently removed and emptied. The device comprises a circular or ovular format comprising two halves, each provided with a lightweight and flexible... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8151508 | Rifle scope alignment device A rifle scope alignment device includes a telescopic sight and a mount to position and align a crosshair reticule in a repeatable manner. The device includes a mounting rail, a pair of clamping brackets, and a scope. The mounting rail is coupled to a barrel of a fir... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8147252 | Child spotter and associated use therefor An apparatus and a method of use to assist toddlers who are learning how to walk to be used with their parents/caregivers is herein disclosed. Although resembling a safety climbing harness, the apparatus is specifically designed to safely hold a child who is learnin... | 04/03/2012 |
| 8146534 | Gimbal-mounted pet dish A device for holding pet food or water with a gimbal mount for use in a moving environment, comprising a conventional food or water bowl used for pet comprising multiple features to facilitate its use on a boat or similar moving vehicle is herein disclosed. The devi... | 04/03/2012 |
| D656789 | Divided casserole dish and cover | 04/03/2012 |
| D656719 | High-heeled footwear sole with enhanced traction | 04/03/2012 |
| 8142373 | Temple massaging headband A system and method that utilizes a massaging apparatus specifically for a person's temples with the expressed purpose of providing relaxation and headache relief, is herein disclosed. The apparatus is configured as a headband with battery-powered massagers at the t... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8142336 | Leg rehabilitation strap An apparatus to assist a user in the bending or moving of their knee/leg area that can be used to increase mobility and/or perform rehabilitation exercises is herein disclosed, comprising a unitary piece of heavy textile, and a central strap provided about the upper... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8142095 | Sponge with soap sleeve and method of use thereof A sponge-like device with an internal cavity for receiving a carrier for liquid and solid soaps. The exterior of the carrier has a variety of design models and shapes; however, the carrier is sized to receive a conventional solid bar of soap or an amount of liquid s... | 03/27/2012 |
| D656683 | Face guard for rifle scope | 03/27/2012 |
| 8137008 | Mobile camera mount A remote-controlled, roof-mounted, digital camera mount for a motor vehicle is herein disclosed. The apparatus comprises a mount system with a remote control. The mount system provides for remote control of pan and tilt functions on the mount. The remote control is ... | 03/20/2012 |
| 8136957 | Remote control caddy with support means A holding apparatus for television remotes, pens/pencils, paper and other personal items intended for bedside use by hospital patients, is herein disclosed, comprising a plurality of pockets or pouches to hold said personal items. According to a preferred embodiment... | 03/20/2012 |
| 8136255 | Broadloom carpet wall trimmer and method of use thereof A broadloom trimming device to trim carpeting along baseboards includes a base, a tucker, a vertical baseboard plate which has two plastic rollers that glide easily without damaging the baseboards. The device employs an adjustment mechanism allowing a height adjustm... | 03/20/2012 |
