Squeegee apparatus

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-05-10
AIR LIQUIDE AMERICA INC
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[0008] Embodiments of the present invention enable a person to clean the windows of their automobile more thoroughly and conveniently than with conventional equipment. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention provide for a relatively simple

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Due to the visual nature of driving, dirty windows are a nuisance and, more importantly, pose a safety hazard.
However, there are no such washers for the side windows or external mirrors.
While such on-board washers are convenient, they are often times not entirely effective.
The area of the window acted on by the on-board wiper blades is less than the entire area o

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[0027]FIGS. 1 and 2 depict an embodiment of a cleaning device in accordance with the present invention, which is referred to herein as the cleaning device 10. The cleaning device 10 comprises a cleaning head 12, a first handle segment 14, a second handle segment 16, and a closure structure 18.

[0028] The cleaning head 12 includes a scrubbing portion 20, a squeegee portion 22, and an internally threaded portion 24 (i.e., a handle attachment structure). Preferably, but not necessarily, the scrubbing portion 20 includes a foam nylon mesh 26, and is located on one side (e.g., the “top”) of the cleaning head. The squeegee portion 22 is located on the opposite side (e.g., the “bottom”) of the cleaning head 12, and is made from a soft material (i.e., rubber) that easily conforms to non-flat surfaces (e.g., a automobile window or mirror). The internally threaded portion 24 is located mid-way between the scrubbing portion 20 and the squeegee portio...

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A cleaning device comprises a cleaning head, a first handle segment, a second handle segment and a closure structure. The cleaning head includes a scrubbing portion, a squeegee portion and a handle attachment structure. The first handle segment includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is engaged with the handle attachment structure of the cleaning head. The second handle segment includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and a storage space. The first end portion of the second handle segment is engaged with the second end portion of the first handle segment. The storage space extends between the first and second end portions thereof. An open end portion of the storage space is provided at the second end portion of the second handle segment. The closure structure engaged at the second end portion of the second handle segment covers the open end portion of the storage space.

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FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE [0001] The disclosures made herein relate generally to automotive tools and, more particularly, to automobile cleaning tools and accessories. BACKGROUND [0002] When driving an automobile, the ability to see clearly through the automobile's windows is essential. Due to the visual nature of driving, dirty windows are a nuisance and, more importantly, pose a safety hazard. [0003] Automobile manufactures recognize these facts, and thus equip their vehicles with on-board window washers that enable the driver to clear a portion of the front window while driving. Some automobile models are also equipped with rear window and headlight washers. However, there are no such washers for the side windows or external mirrors. [0004] While such on-board washers are convenient, they are often times not entirely effective. On-board window washers utilize the wiper blades to remove debris and washer fluid from an area of a window. The area of the window acted on by the on-board...

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IPC IPC(8): A46B5/00
CPCA47L1/08
Inventor MCCUSKER, MATTHEW W.WOODSON-MCCUSKER, TAMMY SUE
Owner AIR LIQUIDE AMERICA INC
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