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Inventory management system using RFID

InactiveUS20050258961A1Inexpensively produced and appliedRequires laborHand manipulated computer devicesLighting and heating apparatusDisplay deviceEngineering
An inventory management system is provided that includes an RFID interrogator and corresponding RFID tags that are placed on items to be monitored. The tags can be used to monitor the storage time of food items stored in a refrigerator or pantry, the time in use of replaceable items such as toilet bowl cleaners, or the nature of laundry items being washed. The interrogator can be coupled to a display providing various reports on the status of such items. Also disclosed are devices for dispensing such RFID tags.
Owner:SC JOHNSON & SON INC

Network interface device having integral slack storage compartment

A network interface device (NID) for a fiber optic communications network is provided for housing optical, electrical and / or coaxial connections and active and / or passive components. The NID includes a base and a movable panel defining a connections area and a components area. In one embodiment, a first base defines a first compartment for housing the panel and a second base defining a second compartment for storing drop cable slack, the first base being movably attached to the second base to provide access to the drop cable slack without disturbing the connections. In another embodiment, the panel defines a first compartment for optical and electrical connections and a second compartment for active and passive components, the second compartment being accessible to only the service provider. In another embodiment, the panel is removable and interchangeable to permit the service provider to upgrade the services or to expand services provided to a subscriber.
Owner:CORNING CABLE SYST LLC

Automated system for storing, retrieving and managing sample

An automated storage system for storing large quantities of samples in trays includes a storage compartment, a tray shuttle compartment abutting the storage compartment on one side and a plurality of independent modules on the other side. The modules perform processing of samples that are retrieved from the storage compartment by a tray shuttle, including extraction of selected samples from retrieved source trays and transfer of the selected samples into a separate, destination tray that can be further processed or removed from the system for use. The independent operation of the modules permits handling and processing to be performed simultaneously by different modules while the tray shuttle accesses additional samples within the storage compartment. In one embodiment, a vertical carousel is used to vertically align a desired tray with the tray shuttle, while the tray shuttle operates within a horizontal plane.
Owner:NEXUS BIOSYSTEMS INC

Absorption refrigerator

An absorption refrigerator (1) including a cabinet having outer walls (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) and at least one door (7, 8) encasing a low temperature storage compartment (9) and a higher temperature storage compartment (10), said compartments being essentially sealed from each other and separated by a partition wall (11), which partition wall is arranged inside the cabinet and generally perpendicular to a first wall (2) of said outer walls. The refrigerator further comprises an absorption refrigerating system including an evaporator tube (20), having a first section (21) for absorbing heat from the low temperature compartment and a second section (22) for absorbing heat from the higher temperature compartment, said second section being arranged downstream said first section. In order to reduce heat transfer into the cabinet through the outer walls, a major part of the first section is arranged generally in parallel with said partition wall.
Owner:DOMETIC APPLIANCES

Packaging container with integrated sheet for retention of packaged article

The invention provides a packaging container including a box adjustable between an open configuration and a closed configuration, the box including a plurality of side panels and a bottom arranged to define a storage compartment and an opening, the storage compartment being accessible through the opening when the box is in the open configuration. A first flap and a second flap form a first pair of opposing flaps, each of the first and second flaps being attached to a corresponding side panel and adapted for folding across at least a portion of the opening when the box is in the closed configuration. The box includes a second pair of opposing flaps, each flap of the second pair of opposing flaps being attached to a corresponding side panel and adapted for folding across at least a portion of the opening when the box is in the closed configuration. A sheet is provided, having a first end affixed to the first flap and a second end affixed to the second flap, wherein when the box is in the closed configuration, a first portion of the sheet is within the storage compartment, a second portion of the sheet is between the first flap and at least one flap of the second pair of opposing flaps, and a third portion of the sheet is between the second flap and at least one flap of the second pair of opposing flaps.
Owner:SEALED AIR U S

Cashierless, Hygienic, Automated, Computerized, Programmed Shopping Store, Storeroom And Supply Pipeline With Administration Cataloguing To Eliminate Retail Fraud; With Innovative Components For Use Therein

InactiveUS20100318440A1Cost expenditure increaseInstallation cost-effectivenessElectric signal transmission systemsDigital data processing detailsSensor arrayTelecommunications link
A Cashierless unattended point of sale, shopping store procurement payment means, with storeroom reordering system using a layered wireless linked monitoring and cataloguing system; includes an interfacing electronic configured self-owned reusable three-wheel fold-up shopping trolley with suspended color-coded bins; into which merchandise maybe placed and registered by a passive reading sensor array. A ‘load-cell’ integral to the trolley precisely quantifies and approves trolley bin contents for exit payment through a TCP / IP means. An evaluation wireless communication link repeatedly reviews “polled' trolley content data, this integrated communication link, is networked to the store Operations Center, wherein purchased inventory data is recorded and verified; upon shopping completion the contents are again finally substantiated for final electronic settlement. This self-contained cashierless enclosed shopping method provides retail loss prevention, real-time progressive inventory management and reorder, eliminates space to sales; being convenient for shoppers and store owners; making all egress points electronically restricted.
Owner:COVELEY MICHAEL EJ

Medication dispenser with integrated monitoring system

Devices, systems, and methods are provided for remote visualization of the storage compartments in a medication dispenser device, to monitor a patient's compliance with a medication dosage schedule and for verifying the proper loading of medication into the patient's medication dispenser device. The device may include a plurality of storage compartments, each having an interior space for storing at least one medication or medication reminder marker; an image capturing device (e.g., a camera) positionable to capture an image of the interior space of each storage compartment; and a communications module for electronically transmitting the captured image to a central monitoring station.
Owner:RXADVANCE

Insulated container

An insulated container including a main compartment having a bottom and a plurality of walls extending upwardly from the bottom to define an interior space, at least one storage compartment which is accessible through a side wall when the lid is closed, the at least one storage compartment moveable between an open condition in which the compartment is at least partially outside the main compartment and a closed condition in which the at least one storage compartment is wholly within the main compartment, the at least one storage compartment also accessible through the lid when open, wherein the volume of the at least one storage compartment is approximately the same as the volume of the main compartment.
Owner:SCOTT PETER HENRY

Portable health food pantry and method for managing a diet plan

A novel portable food pantry is disclosed comprised of a cooler portion with an insulated body for the storage of foods, including drink storage, nutritional supplement storage and / or vitamin storage. The portable food pantry of the present invention may also include storage for medication and medical supplies. The portable food pantry of the present invention is used in conjunction with a method for providing multiple meals in accordance with a food plan for a person.
Owner:BEDARD WILLIAM

Three-Wheel Vehicle

An three-wheel vehicle including a modular front structure having a storage compartment therein. The modular front structure is adapted to be mounted onto the chassis of the three-wheel vehicle and to support bodywork elements thereby providing ease of assembly of the vehicle and ease of disassembly for packaging the vehicle.
Owner:BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PROD INC

Refrigerator with door opening device

A refrigerator which allows a user to easily open a door of the refrigerator with a small force is disclosed. The refrigerator includes a main body having an upper storage compartment and a lower storage compartment defined on upper and lower sides, a door which slides to open and close any one of the storage compartments, a handle which is disposed at an upper portion of the door to be vertically rotatable, a plurality of push members which move to advanced positions from retreated positions in connection with a vertical rotation of the handle to separate the door from the main body, and an elastic member which is disposed between at least one of the push members and the door to restore the push members to the retreated positions when an external force is removed from the handle.
Owner:SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Ice producing apparatus and method

A refrigerator includes a first storage compartment defining a first interior volume. A first evaporator is disposed in a first evaporator compartment and is configured to provide cool air to the first interior volume. A second storage compartment defines a second interior volume, the second interior volume configured to be cooled by cool air received from the first interior volume. A door is positionable to permit and prohibit access to the second interior volume through a front of the second interior volume. A third interior volume is defined in an interior of the door. A second evaporator is disposed in a second evaporator compartment and is configured to provide cool air to the third interior volume. An air flow channel extends from the second evaporator compartment to the third interior volume. A fan is disposed in the third interior volume. A mold is disposed in the third interior volume and is configured to receive water and to retain the water during cooling of the water.
Owner:HAIER US APPLIANCE SOLUTIONS INC

System for stacking archive boxes including a fire-resistant drywall support shell

A system for stacking fire-resistant archive boxes on top of one another is provided. Each of the archive boxes comprise an outer shell, an inner shell disposed within the outer shell, a drywall support shell, and a lid. The inner shell has an opening defining a storage compartment, and is spaced apart from the outer shell defining a cavity therebetween. The inner shell includes a bottom wall and side walls. The drywall support shell is disposed within the cavity and surrounds a substantial portion of the inner shell. The lid is configured to be disposed over the opening in the inner shell to selectively enclose the storage compartment. The drywall support shell of the upper archive box is substantially aligned with the drywall support shell of the lower archive box whereby the lower archive box is supportive of the upper archive box.
Owner:SENTRY SAFE

Cellular phone case and storage accessory

A cellular phone case accessory device is disclosed. The case is attached to a cell phone and includes an upper section and a lower section sized to correspond with a cellular phone and to receive the phone in one of the sections. The upper section and lower section are attached by a hinge that enables pivotal movement of the upper and lower sections with respect to each other. Situated within the space defined between the upper and lower sections is a pocket or storage compartment where credit cards, cash, ID and other items may be stored safely. A mirror is also disposed between the upper and lower sections and usable when the upper and lower sections are pivotally disposed in an open position. Another embodiment includes a cell phone holding compartment comprised of two portions removably attached to one another for inserting and retaining a cell phone therein.
Owner:EYN LLC

Refrigerator and method for keeping food using the same

ActiveUS20070104841A1Simple structureEffectively maintain freshnessMilk preparationMilk preservationEngineeringLength wave
A refrigerator and a method for keeping food using the same are disclosed, in which freshness is maintained for a long time through an improved structure and decrease of nutritive elements contained in food is inhibited. The refrigerator includes a main body, keeping compartments provided in the main body, keeping food, and irradiation devices irradiating light of a visible ray area to the keeping compartments. The irradiation devices switch a wavelength of irradiated light depending on a set standard. The refrigerator further includes a sensor sensing whether food is contained in the keeping compartments. The refrigerator further includes purification devices provided in the keeping compartments to remove ethylene generated from the food kept in the keeping compartments. The irradiation devices switch the wavelength of the light to correspond to color of the food kept in the keeping compartments.
Owner:LG ELECTRONICS INC

On a support seat of an audio player

A support seat of an audio player includes a main body, and various adjusting members; the main body has speakers at two ends thereof, and a holding room for an audio player to be fitted in; the adjusting members can be firmly held in the holding room of the main body, and they have different shapes and sizes so as to cause change to dimensions of the holding room in respective ways when they are fitted in position in the holding room; thus, music can be played through the speakers after an audio player is connected with the main body of the support seat, and audio players with different sizes can be held steady on the support seat with help of suitable ones of the adjusting members.
Owner:JAW TONG TECH

Twist tray ice maker system

Techniques for use in ice maker systems are disclosed. In one example, an ice tray apparatus includes an ice mold body formed substantially of a metal material, and a holder for holding the ice mold body, the holder including a rotation-stopping feature formed thereon. The ice tray assembly may be used in an ice maker system mounted in a storage compartment of a refrigerator appliance.
Owner:GENERAL ELECTRIC CO

Ultra-low temperature freezer cabinet utilizing vacuum insulated panels

An ultra-low temperature refrigeration system (10) comprising a housing (12) and a door (14) which together define an interior storage compartment (16). The system (10) uses multiple layers (20,22) of varying insulative materials to insulate the housing (12), including conventional foam (20) and vacuum insulation panels (22), to balance cost, size, and capacity considerations. The vacuum insulation panels (22) are provided with beveled edges (26) or otherwise positively interfacing edges so as to overlap adjacent panels and present a more reliably insulative seam. The system (10) further includes a self-defrosting pressure equalization port (30) for automatically equalizing interior and exterior pressures.
Owner:SPX CORP +1

Refrigerator

A refrigerator including an auxiliary receiving chamber is disclosed. The refrigerator includes a main body having a storage chamber, and a door which opens or closes the storage chamber and has a receiving space formed at a back side of the door. The door includes an auxiliary storage area having an opening to store goods, an auxiliary receiving chamber disposed in the auxiliary storage area to move back and forth, an auxiliary door to open or close the opening, and an opening / closing member to extract or retract the auxiliary receiving chamber.
Owner:SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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