ЧИСТЯЩИЙ ПРИБОР

Группа изобретений включает прибор для чистки зубов и чистящий инструмент для прибора для чистки зубов, относится к области медицинской техники и предназначена для гигиены полости рта. Прибор для чистки зубов содержит рукоятку, резервуар для текучей среды, систему подачи текучей среды, расширительную камеру. Резервуар для текучей среды предназначен для хранения рабочей текучей среды, при этом резервуар для текучей среды по меньшей мере частично ограничен стенкой и подвижным элементом, который является подвижным относительно указанной стенки, чтобы изменять объем резервуара для текучей среды. Система подачи текучей среды предназначена для приема рабочей текучей среды из резервуара для текучей среды и для подачи рабочей текучей среды к зубам пользователя. Расширительная камера примыкает к подвижному элементу и увеличивается в объеме при уменьшении объема резервуара для текучей среды в результате перемещения подвижного элемента относительно стенки, когда рабочая текучая среда подается в систему ...

РАСПРЕДЕЛЯЮЩИЙ ЖИДКОСТЬ ЩЕТОЧНЫЙ УЗЕЛ И СПОСОБ ЕГО РАБОТЫ

Предложен щеточный узел устройства для влажной уборки полов. Щеточный узел содержит щетку с полым сердечником. Внутренняя поверхность сердечника разделена на ряд удлиненных отделений, проходящих вдоль продольной оси от первой торцевой стенки сердечника ко второй торцевой стенке сердечника. Наружная поверхность сердечника снабжена щеточным материалом, а сердечник пронизан рядом выпускных отверстий. Щеточный узел дополнительно содержит первый инжектор жидкости для подачи жидкости в сердечник и приводной механизм, выполненный с возможностью вращения щетки вокруг оси. Также раскрыт способ работы щеточного узла. 3 н. и 7 з.п. ф-лы, 7 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА ПОЛОСТЬЮ РТА

... 1. Устройство для ухода за полостью рта, содержащее:корпус;несущий элемент, соединенный с корпусом и выполненный с возможностью перемещения относительно корпуса, при этом несущий элемент несет на себе один или более чистящих элементов;приводной механизм несущего элемента, выполненный с возможностью приведения в движение несущего элемента относительно корпуса;вспомогательное устройство, содержащее насос; иприводной механизм вспомогательного устройства, выполненный с возможностью избирательного зацепления с приводным механизмом несущего элемента при работе приводного механизма несущего элемента для избирательной работы вспомогательного устройства при перемещении несущего элемента относительно корпуса.2. Устройство для ухода за полостью рта по п. 1, в котором приводной механизм вспомогательного устройства выполнен с возможностью избирательного зацепления приводного механизма несущего элемента посредством относительного перемещения по меньшей мере части приводного механизма вспомогательного ...

ЧИСТЯЩИЙ ПРИБОР

Изобретение относится к области медицинской техники и предназначено для чистки зубов. Прибор для чистки зубов содержит рукоятку, систему подачи текучей среды для подачи струи рабочей текучей среды к зубам пользователя, датчик для выхода выходного сигнала и схему управления. По меньшей мере часть системы подачи текучей среды является подвижной относительно рукоятки, когда прибор движется вдоль зубов пользователя. Датчик для выдачи выходного сигнала изменяется в зависимости от движения указанной по меньшей мере части системы подачи текучей среды относительно рукоятки. Схема управления для активации подачи рабочей текучей среды к зубам пользователя функционирует в зависимости от выходного сигнала датчика. Изобретение позволяет расширить арсенал технических средств указанного назначения. 35 з.п. ф-лы, 21 ил.

ЧИСТЯЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

ЧИСТЯЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Rückenwaschgerät

Toothpaste cartridge

Bath tub cleaner

Cleaning device

A cleaning apparatus

Machine for Brushing Brush or Velour Hats.

... 18,979. Ashworth, J. Aug. 12. Reservoir and selffeeding brushes for use in a machine for brushing hat bodies, are supplied with liquid through a revolving hollow spindle u<1>, the fibres u being surrounded by a metal ring x to prevent scattering of the liquid by centrifugal action.

Cleaning device

A cleaning device 110 comprises a body 116, a cleaning arrangement 114 and a driver 118 to effect motion of the cleaning arrangement 114. The driver 118 is held by the body 116, and the driver 118 comprises a mounting arrangement (180, 182, fig 6) to detachably mount the cleaning arrangement 114 on the driver 118. The cleaning arrangement preferably has a longitudinal main axis and includes a support 124 extending along the main axis. The cleaning arrangement may be a brush part 126 on the support 124, with the brush part 126 extending radially outwardly from the support 124. The brush part 126 is preferably interchangeable and the device can be used to clean endoscopes.

ROTARY BRUSH BODY

Cleaning appliance

A fluid delivery system for a dental cleaning appliance includes a nozzle 36 for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, and a fluid conduit 130 for conveying working fluid to the nozzle 36. A body of the nozzle 36 defines a fluid chamber 152 and a channel 154 for conveying working fluid from the fluid chamber 152 to a fluid outlet 42 from the nozzle. The fluid chamber 152 has an angled inlet 150 for receiving working fluid from the fluid conduit 130. More particularly, the inlet 150 may be tangential to the chamber 152, such that working fluid entering the chamber 152 gains angular momentum.

Cleaning appliance

Cleaning appliance

Screw grease removal apparatus

A screw grease removal apparatus, comprising a rectangular box (1). A roller driving apparatus is arranged on a side surface of the rectangular box, a controller (2) is arranged on a side surface of the rectangular box, a screw grease removal apparatus is arranged on an inner surface of the rectangular box, and a grease collection apparatus is provided on a lower end of an inner surface of the rectangular box. The screw grease removing apparatus, by means of the rotation of a motor (8), drives a conveyor belt (6) to rotate. Swinging rods (14) are able to have a fixing effect on a screw (0), and the rotation of the conveyor belt drives the screw to move in a circle, causing the screw to move to the position of a cleaning brush (22), achieving the effect of cleaning the outer surface of the screw. Different rollers (17, 19) drive different cleaning brushes to rotate, and differences in the sizes of driven wheels (18, 20) cause the cleaning brushes to have certain relative speeds, achieving ...

Cleaning appliance

HANDBUERSTE

Equipment to the striking and hygiene

Oral care implement

An oral care implement having an applicator and a cover member. In one aspect, the invention is an oral care implement comprising: a handle body extending along a longitudinal axis from a distal end to a proximal end; an applicator at the proximal end of the handle body, the applicator fluidly coupled to a reservoir containing an oral care material; a cover member having a cap portion, the cap portion comprising a resilient valve that is self-biased into a closed state so as to enclose the applicator; and wherein relative positioning between the applicator and the cover member can be altered between: (1) a storage state in which the cap portion of the cover member encloses the applicator and the resilient valve is in the closed state; and (2) an application state in which the applicator extends through the resilient valve and the resilient valve is in an open state.

ORAL IRRIGATOR BASE UNIT

An oral irrigator (312) comprising a fluid reservoir, a pump in fluid communication with the fluid reservoir and configured to pump fluid from the reservoir to a handle (311). A hose is fluidly coupled to the pump. The irrigator (312) has a base connector (318) coupled to the hose and configured to releasably connect to the handle (311) to fluidly couple the hose to the handle (311). The base connector (318) comprises a base fluid inlet (414) in fluid communication with the hose, a base fluid outlet(462) in fluid communication with the base fluid inlet (414) and a base valve (394) configured to open the base fluid outlet (462) when the base connector (318) is connected to the handle (311) to fluidly connect the pump to the handle (311) and to close the base fluid outlet (462) when the base connector (318) is disconnected from handle (311). co Ln ro Ln M M M Ln co co ro Ln ON ro ro co ro M Ln co ro rl) (Y) (Y) IQO 0 (Y) (Y) (y) U) 00 qt d 0 LI) Lf) LI) q::r LI) LL ko re) .o %D 't (Y) U') ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A fluid delivery system of a dental cleaning appliance includes a fluid inlet, a pump for drawing a working fluid through the fluid inlet, a hydraulic accumulator for receiving working fluid from the pump, a nozzle having a fluid outlet, and a valve located between the accumulator and the nozzle. The valve has an open position for enabling the accumulator to deliver a burst of working fluid to the nozzle, and a closed position for enabling the accumulator to be replenished under the action of the pump. A control circuit actuates the pump and controls the position of the valve.

PAD ELEMENT FOR A ROTARY BRUSH VEHICLE WASH COMPONENT

A component for a vehicle wash system includes a rotatable stem portion and a backing member in communication with the rotatable stem portion. The backing member is configured to rotate with the stem portion about an axis of rotation defined by the centerline of the stem portion. A plurality of media elements are secured to the backing member with the plurality of media elements being constructed of a generally self-supporting, non-marring material and wherein the plurality of media elements are oriented generally perpendicular to the backing member. The plurality of media elements configured to rotate in a working plane defined by the backing member and the working plane is oriented generally perpendicularly to the axis of rotation. Additionally, the plurality of media elements are configured during a wash process to contact at least an exterior painted surface of a vehicle to effectuate cleaning thereof.

PERSONAL HYGIENE IMPLEMENT

The present invention provides a personal hygiene implement with a pump.

DEVICE FOR BRUSHING THE TEETH, HAVING MULTIPLE BRUSHES WITH ROTARY AND/OR OSCILLATING MOTION

... two lateral brushes (102, 103) and an upper brush (101), each respectively having a respective supporting rod, which is inserted inside a directive channel (105, 110, and 106, 109) and is connected to a gear (111, 112, and 113); transmission means of a rotary motion, generated by one or more engines, towards said gears (111, 112, and 113); a motion conversion mechanism from a rotary motion around a longitudinal axis to a simultaneous rotary motion and vertical oscillating motion perpendicular to the same longitudinal axis and parallel to the larger axis of teeth, wherein: the lateral supporting rods include a respective rear part connected to a respective gear (139) in a off-center position in respect to the rotary axis (140); the gear (139) transmits a conical motion which is converted into a vertical oscillating motion to the lateral brushes (102, 103).

Schleif- und Polierbürste und Verfahren zu ihrer Herstellung.

Waschbürste.

Appareil pour hygiène buccale

Gerät zur Haut- und Körperpflege mittels angetriebener rotierender Bürsten

Floor cleaning machine.

Electrical washing appts. for golf clubs, balls and accessories - has container holding cleaning water and forming chassis to support two rotating brushes driven by reduction motor via gears

Appareil électrique pour le nettoyage humide des clubs et des balles de golf, composé d'un bac formant chassis (1) contenant l'eau de nettoyage et supportant deux brosses rotatives(2), entraînées par un moto-réducteur (26) à double sens de marche. Une palette mobile (13) permet de positionnner les clubs ou les balles à nettoyer à la hauteur optimum sous les brosses. L'ensemble de l'appareil est protégé par un capot en tôle d'acier inoxydable (6).

Brush rotary with channels with fluid

Portable power tool for washing and polishing cars - has hollow shaft with holes for supplying liquid to cylindrical brush at end

Agricultural spraying device

치약이 나오는 칫솔

... 기존의 칫솔에서 치약이 나오는 형태입니다.

구강관리기구

... 본원은 내부 저장부를 갖고, 유출 방지기능이 향상된 구강관리기구에 관한 것이다. 일 실시예에서, 본 발명의 칫솔은: 내부 저장부(140)를 가진 손잡이(110); 손잡이에 연결된 헤드; 손잡이로부터 연장되며, 내부 저장부로 통로(182)를 형성하는 내면(181)을 가진 환형의 목부; 및 유체 기밀한 방식으로 통로를 밀봉하게 손잡이에 연결된 단부 캡을 포함하며; 단부 캡(150)은: 캡 소켓(161)을 형성하며 환형 벽(162) 및 단부 부분(163)을 가진 캡 몸체(160); 중앙 챔버(173)를 형성하며, 단부 부분으로부터 캡 소켓 내로 돌출되어 환상 플러그 벽의 외면(172)과 환형 벽의 내면(166) 사이에 환형 챔버(165)를 형성하는 환형 플러그 벽(170); 및 환형 플러그 벽의 외면으로부터 돌출된 제1환형 밀봉부재(190)를 포함한다.

ULTRASONIC TOOTHBRUSH

Disclosed is an ultrasonic toothbrush. The ultrasonic toothbrush of the present invention comprises: a body including a control unit in which an ultrasonic transducer having an oscillator and a microcontroller for controlling the operation of the transducer are included; a head unit including a vibration plate made of a metal elastic body and a vibration plate cover into which the vibration plate is inserted and fixated, and in which a suction streaming guide is coupled to one side of the vibration plate cover and an emission streaming guide is coupled to the other side thereof; and a connection unit for mechanically combining the head unit and the body. Therefore, the ultrasonic toothbrush can wash spaces between teeth and the inside of gums which cannot be brushed, with liquid such as water. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

APPLICATOR COATING COMPOSITION AND COATING COMPOSITION TRI TRI

utensílio de limpeza

Mechanically operated scouring abrasion head

A mechanically operated scouring abrasion head comprises a scouring abrasion object, a scouring abrasion head, a supporting position and a pushing position. The scouring abrasion object is connected to the scouring abrasion head. The scouring abrasion head is provided with a specific supporting position. A constitution ratio of a scouring force to a horizontal abrasion force is changed by changing the position and the mode of the supporting position to generate momentums of scouring and abrasion in different ratios. One or more than one pushing position exists. After the pushing position is subjected to a transmitted driving force, the scouring abrasion head is enabled to generate power for swing. The pushing position is matched with the driving force transmitted by an existing power transmission mechanism to change the driving force into the power for pushing the scouring abrasion head to swing so as to enable the scouring abrasion object to scour and abrade downwards in a reciprocating ...

Automatic automotive detailing tool

An automatic automotive detailing tool utilizes a motorized tool and a plurality of interchangeable head attachments. The motorized tool is particularly suited for use with both cars and boats. The tool is adapted to receive and operate a plurality of interchangeable head attachments. The interchangeable head attachments can perform a variety of functions ranging from cleaning to waxing to buffing.

HAIR GROOMING DEVICE

Fountain brush

Brushes for delivering glutinous substance to workpiece from end-effector and methods for making and using the same

A method of delivering a glutinous substance to a workpiece from an end-effector comprises using the end-effector to rotate a brush relative to the workpiece about a rotational axis. The method also comprises, while rotating the brush relative to the workpiece about the rotational axis, urging the glutinous substance from the end-effector through a channel of a body of the brush from an axial inlet of the channel to an outlet of the channel, into contact with a thatch of bristles of the brush. Additionally, the method comprises using the end-effector to position the brush relative to the workpiece such that the glutinous substance in contact with the thatch is delivered onto at least a first surface and a third surface of the workpiece.

Portable rotary brush cleaning device

A portable rotary brush cleaning device for cleaning the inside of a bathtub or other household surfaces, comprising a machine body, a brush handle having two ends, and a motor-driven brush. The brush handle is attached to the machine body at one of its ends and to the brush at its other end. The machine body houses a water tank, a cleaning solution tank, a water pump, and a cleaning solution pump. The pumps supply water and cleaning solution to the brush via hoses that run along the length of the brush handle. A user first wets the brush by activating buttons which control the pumps. The user then activates the motor which causes the brush to rotate upon the brush handle. The user alternates between wetting the brush and rotating the brush on the surface to be cleaned, until the surface has been sufficiently cleaned.

DEVICE FOR DISPENSING CHEMICAL ONTO A TIRE BRUSH

A device for use in dispensing tire chemical onto a cylindrical car tire brush, comprising, an elongated shield having a concave inside surface having a curvature generally matching the outside curvature of the cylindrical brush, a port entering into the inside surface of the shield for receiving a chemical, and at least one distribution groove formed into the inside surface, which distribution groove communicates with the port and is inclined downwardly at an angle so as to distribute the chemical longitudinally along the said inside surface. 1. A car tire cleaning device comprising:A rotating cylindrical brush having an outside curvature that rotates about its axis;A delivery mechanism configured to deliver chemical to the outside curvature of the brush; andA variable frequency drive configured to intermittently stop and start rotation of the tire brush and calibrate the speed and frequency of rotation of the tire brush to keep chemical from dripping off of the outside curvature of the tire brush.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the tire brush rotates between about 5 and 2500 rpm when rotating.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the tire brush rotates between about 0.5 and 30 seconds when rotating.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the tire brush rotates less than 360 degrees when rotating to promote even distribution of tire chemical.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the tire brush stops between 15 and 240 seconds when it stops rotating.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:an elongated shield having an inside curvature generally matching the outside curvature of the brush said shield partially enclosing the brush; andat least one port, the chemical exiting the port into the inside surface of the shield such that the chemical runs along the inside surface of the shield and is picked up by the rotating brush.7. The device of claim 6 , further comprising at least one distribution groove formed into the inside surface of the shield which at least ...

A vibrating applicator and a method of applying makeup by means of said vibrating applicator

The present application concerns an applicator (2) for applying a composition, the applicator comprising: - an applicator element (10), configured to apply the composition to one of nails, eyelashes, eyebrows, skin and lips; and - a vibration source (16) causing the applicator element to vibrate, the applicator being configured to be fastened onto a receptacle containing the composition to be applied, and/or further comprising a reservoir containing the composition to be applied, the applicator element being mounted at the end of a flexible stem (11) contributing to increasing the amplitude of the vibration of the applicator element.

KREISSCHEIBENFOERMIGER BUERSTENKOERPER AUS KUNSTSTOFF

Sprühbürste

Cleaning appliance

A dental cleaning appliance such as an electric toothbrush with a nozzle tip 36 for delivering bursts of working fluid to the teeth of a user includes a cleaning tool mounted on a support 240 which is moveable about a first pivot axis P1 relative to a handle as the appliance is moved along the teeth of the user. One end of an arm 254 is pivoted about a second pivot axis P2 to the support 240 such that movement of the cleaning tool tip causes movement of a magnet 252 mounted on the other end of the arm 254 which is detected by a sensor 250 such as a Hall effect sensor mounted in the handle and provides an output which varies with movement relative to the handle. A control circuit detects movement of the nozzle tip 36 entering an interproximal gap and actuates the delivery of working fluid, to dislodge matter therein, depending on the rate of change of output from the sensor. The fluid may be pumped from a refillable reservoir surrounding the stem into an accumulator which has a solenoid ...

Cleaning appliance

A dental cleaning appliance, such as an electric toothbrush with an extendable rinse nozzle for delivering bursts of working fluid such as water to the teeth of a user, has refillable fluid reservoir 34 for storing working fluid and is delimited by a transparent external wall 132 and a movable inner wall 138, such as a tubular diaphragm or bladder, which is moveable relative to the wall 132 to vary the volume of the fluid reservoir. An expansion chamber 148, open to the atmosphere via vents 154, is located adjacent to the moveable wall 138 and increases in volume as the volume of the fluid reservoir decreases. The reservoir 34 is connected to and extends around a stem of the cleaning tool. The cleaning tool is detachably connected to the handle. A collar, which may form part of the reservoir external wall 132, is rotatable relative to the cleaning tool stem and the handle to expose a reservoir port for refilling.

Cleaning appliance

Cleaning Appliance

A dental cleaning appliance such as a powered toothbrush includes a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid, a nozzle for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user, a control circuit 174 for activating a light source 170 such as LEDs for illuminating a translucent housing part 116 of the fluid reservoir 116 via an adjacent light emitter 178 and light pipe 176 to generate an alert which is conveyed to the user through the illumination of the fluid reservoir rather than via the handle 16 which may be covered in use. The light is prevented from being activated when a cleaning tool is removed - a Hall effect sensor located on the handle detecting the presence of a magnet on the cleaning tool.

Rechargeable motorised cleaning brush

A brush suitable for cleaning bath tubs comprises a rotating brush head 6 that is driven by a rechargeable medium voltage motor. The motor can be recharged by connecting the brush to a wall socket 9 via charging socket 3, wire 8 and base unit 7. The brush has an "easy grip" handle 1 that carries a reservoir 2 for holding a cleaning substance. An on-off switch 4 is provided on the handle 1. The brush head may be connected to the handle body by a flexible support 5 which enables the brush head to follow the shape of the bath. The brush allows a bath to be cleaned without the user having to bend over.

Cleaning appliance

Cleaning appliance

Apparatus for applying a fluid to a target area of a component

Apparatus for applying a fluid to a target area of a component is provided, the apparatus comprising a fluid applicator 10 and means for guiding the fluid applicator 10 along a predetermined path with respect to the component 26; the fluid applicator 10 comprising a body 14 and an application head mounted on the body 14 and operable in use to be brought into physical contact with the component 26. The fluid is preferably an etchant, scale conditioner, washing fluid or neutralising solution. The application head preferably comprised agitators in the form of rotating brushes 16, 18. The fluid is preferably fed through openings in the applicator head. The apparatus is particularly suitable for etching weld lines on a metallic component.

Cleaning appliance

CLEANING APPARATUS

FLOOR CLEANING BRUSH

Rotary brush with fluid channels

... 905,423. Self-feeding rotary brushes. OSBORN MANUFACTURING CO. May 10, 1961 [July 13, 1960], No. 17067/61. Class 19. A rotary brush com- prises a hollow cylindrical hub 1 having a fluid inlet 4 and a fluid outlet such as 5, 6, 7, 8, and an annular brush element 11 extending therearound and having inwardlyprojecting protuberances 15 spacing it from the hub to form an annular space into which fluid may be supplied from the hub for distribution beneath the brush element and from which the fluid may pass radially outwardly past the element in such a way that it contacts the brush material. As shown, a plurality of elements, of the type having an annular sheet-metal channel back in which bristle material, e.g. wire, is secured beneath a folded sheet-metal retaining- ring, are mounted on the hub and secured in axially compacted assembly by end members in such a way that small spaces are provided between the elements by means of radial indents in the channel backs for passage of fluid radially ...

Cleaning appliance

PROCEDURE FOR LAYING ON MAKE-UP OF MEANS OF A VIBRATIONSAPPLIKATORS

ENGINE-CLAIMANT MASSAGEHANDGERÄT

ORAL IRRIGATOR BASE UNIT

An oral irrigator (312) comprising a fluid reservoir, a pump in fluid communication with the fluid reservoir and configured to pump fluid from the reservoir to a handle (311). A hose is fluidly coupled to the pump. The irrigator (312) has a base connector (318) coupled to the hose and configured to releasably connect to the handle (311) to fluidly couple the hose to the handle (311). The base connector (318) comprises a base fluid inlet (414) in fluid communication with the hose, a base fluid outlet(462) in fluid communication with the base fluid inlet (414) and a base valve (394) configured to open the base fluid outlet (462) when the base connector (318) is connected to the handle (311) to fluidly connect the pump to the handle (311) and to close the base fluid outlet (462) when the base connector (318) is disconnected from handle (311). co Ln ro Ln M M M Ln co co ro Ln ON ro ro co ro M Ln co ro rl) (Y) (Y) IQO 0 (Y) (Y) (y) U) 00 qt d 0 LI) Lf) LI) q::r LI) LL ko re) .o %D 't (Y) U') ...

Food waste disposer scouring scrub device

A scrub device having a central core and multiple flexible strands of a polymeric material can be placed into a food waste disposer, which is then turned on, and the low mass and low inertia of the scrub device permits a spinning motion to promote frictional cleaning by the flexible strands. Multiple geometries of the scrub devices provide for different cleaning motions. The material of both the central core and flexible strands can be ground or can be retained during operation of the disposer while preventing disposer damage permitting the scrub device to be permanently left in the disposer. Holding and extraction tools are provided for manual cleaning motion or removal of the scrub devices.

Fluid delivery system for an oral care implement

A fluid delivery system usable in an oral care implement and a reservoir containing a flowable substance. A capillary channel formed of one or more wicking or capillary members extends through at least a portion of the oral care implement to deliver flowable substance(s) through one or more outlets via capillary action. In one embodiment, the rate of fluid flow through the capillary channel is different in at least a first flow section than in a second flow section. In another embodiment, the rate of flow between flow sections of the wicking member is different than in at least one of the flow sections. A variety of flowable substances can be administered for therapeutic, hygienic, and/or other benefits, such as fresh breath, tooth whitening, tooth sensitivity, plaque and/or tartar control, or producing sensations of heat, cool, or tingling.

MECHANICALLY-DRIVEN, SONIC TOOTHBRUSH AND WATER FLOSSER

A toothbrush (310) is disclosed comprising a handle (311); a brush shaft (320) extending from an end of the handle (311) and including a shaft lumen (452) in fluid communication with a fluid source; and a brush tip (325) removably attached to the brush shaft (320), the brush tip (325) comprising: a fluid outlet (406); one or more bristles (327); and an engagement structure (442,430) that releasably secures the brush tip (325) to the brush shaft (320) and transfers motion of the brush shaft (320) to the brush tip (325), wherein the engagement structure (442,430) defines, in part, a tip fluid passageway (440) in fluid communication with the shaft lumen (452). FIGURE 14 FOR PUBLICATION co N No r ro~ Nt lit co Ln ...

COMPACT SCRUBBER

A charging station for charging a power tool. The charging station includes a battery topper and a battery. The battery topper includes a recessed portion for receiving at least part of the power tool, at least one terminal, and at least one induction coil disposed within the battery topper. The battery is removably coupled to the battery topper for inducing a current in the at least one induction coil. The power tool interacts with the terminal to supply stored power from the at least one induction coil, to a rechargeable battery in the power tool.

HAND HELD, ELECTRIC CLEANING DEVICE

A hand-held, electric-powered cleaning device used to wash elevated or difficult-to-reach surfaces. The device includes a length adjustable elongated pole with a rotating brush assembly attached at its distal end. Attached to the proximal end of the elongated pole is a handle assembly that includes a battery housing and a hand grip assembly with a brush control switch and a hose connector fitting. Disposed inside the elongated pole is a coiled water conduit that connects to a standard hose fitting located in the end of the handle assembly and terminates in the brush assembly to deliver water to the brush assembly. Also disposed inside the handle assembly is a soap delivery system to deliver soap to the water conduit.

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid, a nozzle for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user, a light source for illuminating the fluid reservoir and a control circuit for activating the light source to generate an alert which is conveyed to the user through the illumination of the fluid reservoir.

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, a fluid delivery system for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user, and a control circuit for actuating the delivery of working fluid to the teeth of the user depending on a received input. For each input, the control circuit is arranged to actuate the delivery of a series of bursts of working fluid to the teeth of the user.

MECHANICALLY DRIVEN, SONIC TOOTHBRUSH AND WATER FLOSSER

A sonic toothbrush system including an electric motor, a brush shaft, a drive assembly, a fluid conduit connected to a pressurized, pulsed water source, and a water jet nozzle positioned on the brush head and connected to the fluid conduit. The electric motor includes a drive shaft. When the electric motor is caused to operate, the drive shaft continuously rotates until the motor is caused to stop. The drive assembly is coupled between the drive shaft and brush shaft. The drive assembly is configured to convert the rotation of the drive shaft into sonic oscillation of a toothbrush supported on an end of the brush shaft. The drive assembly further forms part of the fluid conduit to deliver a pulsed water stream to the jet nozzle.

СПОСОБ ОЧИСТКИ ТВЕРДЫХ ПОВЕРХНОСТЕЙ

Изобретение относится к области бытовых чистящих устройств. Изобретение также относится к использованию воздушно-водной струи для очистки твердых поверхностей. Задача изобретения - разработка более легкой чистки твердых поверхностей. Следовательно, задача изобретения - разработка способа более легкой чистки твердых поверхностей, в особенности посредством устройства, использующего относительно низкую скорость водяного потока. Неожиданно было обнаружено, что устройство для генерирования воздушно-водной струи с внешним смешиванием можно использовать для чистки твердых поверхностей.

SUBSTRATE TREATMENT APPARATUS

Bus station with automatic cleaning function

APPARATUS HAS PROJECTION OF FLUID PRODUCTS FOR the MAINTENANCE AND the TREATMENT OF ALL SURFACES LIKE FOR the BODY

Accessory for a vacuum cleaner and similar cleaning machine.

BADGER HAS ROTARY MASSAGING

Vibratory paint applicator and system

A paint applicator is disclosed for evenly spreading paint over a work surface, particularly an uneven work surface. A multi-cellular pad or sponge held by a pad holder is secured for vibratory movement to a manifold to which paint is delivered under pressure. Paint flows from the manifold and saturates the cellular pad. The arm of an electric vibrator or oscillator contacts the pad and imparts a vibratory or oscillatory motion to the pad. The vibrator or oscillator is supported in the housing secured to the manifold. The outer configuration of the housing may be shaped for gripping with the hand for paint application by an operator. Paint is delivered to the applicator from a pressurized container with the amount controlled by a flow control valve.

Wristband wearable fluid application device

A wristband fluid application device for applying a fluid to a surface and removing the same as necessary. The device may generally comprise a fluid applicator and a textile base member for sanitizing gym equipment, wiping windows, applying sunscreen, and the like. The fluid applicator may comprise a spray applicator. In one embodiment, the present invention may be used by gym patrons to sanitized gym equipment before and/or after use. The present invention may also be used to clean other surfaces including but not limited to household windows, vehicle windows, and the like. Additional embodiments of the present invention may also be used either to apply sunscreen on a user or as a fishing towel to clean hands and remove odor.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR WAFER CLEANING

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus and a method for wafer cleaning. The apparatus can include a wafer holder configured to hold a wafer; a cleaning nozzle configured to dispense a cleaning fluid onto a first surface (e.g., front surface) of the wafer; and a cleaning brush configured to clean a second surface (e.g., back surface) of the wafer. Using the cleaning fluid, the cleaning brush can clean the second surface of the wafer with a scrubbing motion and ultrasonic vibration.

SURGICAL CLEANING DEVICE

A surgical cleaning device and method of use having a housing, a drive shaft rotatably mounted, having a rear end and a front end, a brush head positioned at the front end and arranged outside the housing, to which a plurality of elastically deformable bristles are attached, a pump connected with the drive shaft for pumping a rinsing liquid, a gearbox that is connected with the front end of the drive shaft and with a rear end of the tube and which translates the rotational movement of the drive shaft into an oscillating linear movement of the tube and the brush head, wherein the tube is mounted movable in a linear manner; the brush head in the region of the elastically deformable bristles has at least one ejection opening, wherein the tube opens liquid-permeably through the at least one ejection opening in the direction of the elastically deformable bristles.

PAW CLEANING APPARATUS

An apparatus for cleaning a pet's paw includes a cylindrical container for holding water and/or cleaning fluid, a cap configured to cover the top opening and to accept insertion of the pet's paw, a cylindrical brush element, a base for holding the cylindrical container, an electrical motor configured to interface with the cylindrical brush element so as to spin the cylindrical brush element to clean the pet's paw, a controller configured to control the electrical motor, the controller configured to activate the electrical motor to spin in the clockwise and counterclockwise directions, to move upwards and downwards along the central longitudinal axis, and to move radially away from and towards the central longitudinal axis, and one or more UV lights located within the cylindrical container, the one or more UV lights configured to sanitize by emitting UV light.

A vibrating applicator and a method of applying makeup by means of said vibrating applicator

The present application concerns an applicator (140) for applying a composition to the skin, the applicator comprising: an applicator element (145); a vibration source (142) enabling the applicator element to vibrate; and a reservoir (141) containing a composition to be applied (P) and residing on the applicator so as to supply said applicator with composition.

ЧИСТЯЩИЙ ПРИБОР

ЧИСТЯЩИЙ ПРИБОР

ПРИСПОСОБЛЕНИЕ ДЛЯ УХОДА ЗА ПОЛОСТЬЮ РТА

Shaving brush with aerosol foam reservoir

A shaving foam dispensing container with brush 1 for an aerosol can of shaving foam "X", said can being of the type having a depressible stem "Y" through which foam can exit. The dispenser and brush 1 has a cap housing 2 adapted to fit on an aerosol can "X" of shaving foam, and the cap housing is adapted to depress said can stein. A brush 5 is mounted on the cap housing 2 such that the brush extends from the housing. A channel 11 is provided having one end connected to the brush and the other end connected to the aerosol can stem. The arrangement further comprises an electric motor 8 which rotates the brush via a gear mechanism. In use, when said stem is depressed, foam exits along the channel 11 to the brush 5 whereby the brush can be used to apply shaving foam to the face.

Cleaning appliance

A dental cleaning appliance has a fluid reservoir 34 for storing working fluid for delivery as bursts of fluid to the teeth of a user. For viewing and assessing the amount of fluid left in the reservoir, the reservoir is at least partially delimited by a transparent external wall 110 and a reservoir wall such as a diaphragm 118 which is moveable relative to the external wall to vary the volume of the fluid reservoir. Part of the appliance, preferably the elastomeric diaphragm 118, may be formed from a photochromic material which changes colour when exposed to ultraviolet UV radiation, for example within a sterilization chamber, to indicate when sterilization has been performed or is due.

Toothbrush head

A toothbrush has a removable end cap at its free end area directed away from the bristles, which end cap closes off an inner space of a grip element. The end cap accommodates an electrical control element, in particular a potentiometer, which can be adjusted via an adjustment element arranged rotatably on the end cap. The toothbrush also comprises an electrical power consumption unit, in particular an electric motor, which is designed to set the bristles in vibration. The energy supply from an energy reservoir arranged in the interior to the electrical power consumption unit can be adjusted continuously by means of the control element, as a result of which the vibration intensity of the bristles can be steplessly adjusted.

Flexible handle liquid dispenser with rotating brush head

A dispenser, liquid applicator with a flexible (hand-manipulated) gripping end and a second brush head end with rotatable bristles. It further includes an elongated central chamber into which may be added soap, shampoo, cleaner or another liquid/lotion for dispensing through a plurality of apertures in the brush head end. Rotation of the brush head bristles can be accomplished electrically (via a battery powered motor mechanism) or by the passage of water into and through the applicator's handle element.

ORAL CLEANSING DEVICE WITH ROTATABLE FLUID CONNECTOR

A toothbrush including a chassis assembly, an output shaft configured to connect to a brush head and extending at least in part through a portion of the chassis assembly, a power train assembly operably connect to the output shaft, where the power train assembly oscillates the output shaft. The toothbrush also includes a fluid connector operably coupled to the chassis assembly and fluidly coupled to the output shaft via the power train assembly. The fluid connector rotates 360 degrees relative to the chassis assembly. 1. A toothbrush comprising:a chassis assembly;an output shaft configured to connect to a brush head and extending at least in part through a portion of the chassis assembly;a power train assembly operably connected to the output shaft, wherein the power train assembly oscillates the output shaft; anda fluid connector operably coupled to the chassis assembly and fluidly coupled to the output shaft via the power train assembly, wherein the fluid connector rotates 360 degrees relative to the chassis assembly.2. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the power train assembly comprises a rocker arm including a first arm extending from a first side and a second arm extending from a second side claim 1 , wherein during operation the first arm and the second arm are configured to engage directly or indirectly with one or more surfaces of the chassis assembly to absorb and reapply moment to the output shaft.3. The toothbrush of claim 1 , further comprising a latch coupled to the chassis assembly claim 1 , wherein the latch releasably secures the fluid connector to the chassis such that the fluid connector rotates relative to the latch.4. The toothbrush of claim 3 , wherein the latch engages the fluid connector within a grooved portion of the fluid connector claim 3 , wherein the grooved portion extends about an outer surface of the fluid connector.5. The toothbrush of claim 3 , wherein the fluid connector comprises:a fitting defining an outlet in fluid ...

RECIPROCATING ROTATING VIBRATING BIDIRECTIONAL ELECTRIC MASCARA APPLICATOR

An device not limited to the application of a cosmetic, includes a means for shearing mascara; a means for loading mascara evenly onto the applicator head; a means for choosing the direction of the rotation motion; a means for simultaneous rotation, reciprocation and vibration of the applicator head; a means for choosing when to activate and deactivate the device; a means for vibration of an applicator head; and a means for converting an rotation motion into a reciprocating rotating motion thereby enabling the applicator head to simultaneously travel back and forth and rotate for the application of mascara to the eyelashes. The incorporation of above mentioned means results in a device for applying mascara to the eyelashes by way of a simultaneous reciprocation, rotation and vibration motion in a clockwise or counterclockwise manner, a simultaneous reciprocation and rotation motion in a clockwise or counterclockwise manner or a vibration only means. 1. Applicator for applying mascara to the eyelashes , the applicator comprising:a handle;a battery compartment in said handle wherein a battery power source having at least one battery is confined;a first switching means disposed in said handle between said battery power source and a DC motor whereby the said first switching means selectively electrically controls the direction of current flow, so that the said DC motor selectively turns normally, reversely or not at all;a said DC motor having a rotatable motor shaft;a said battery power source powers the rotation of the said rotatable motor shaft on which is carried a mating male spline gear;a mating female slidable oblong multipurpose component having an embedded looping cam groove track therein is slidably connected to said mating male spline gear by way of the series of narrow keys of the said mating male spline gear with the series of corresponding grooves of the said mating female slidable oblong multipurpose component;a rotatable shaft having a first free end ...

Hair Massage Device

The device combines the detangling capability of a comb or brush with the ability to massage lotions and other hair treatments into the hair follicles and through the entire length of each hair strand. A two-jaw clamping or clamshell design is provided with an interchangeable brush or comb element attached to one of the jaws and a pair of soft rollers extending from the other jaw element. The two jaws are detachable from one another in order to permit the user to operate the comb or brush portion separate from the rollers. When fully assembled, the comb or brush protrudes through the pair of rollers when the jaws of the device are clamped together. There may be an additional mechanism within the device to provide internal vibrations in the housing to propagate through the entire device and into the user's hair in order to aid in the detangling, smoothing and treatment application processes. One or more additional versions may also include vibrating or oscillating rows of bristles in the brush or comb element. Another embodiment provides a combination motor and offset weight on the end of the upper jaw assembly. In another form, the upper housing and jaw assembly are separable from the lower jaw assembly and housing, so as to provide a vibrating comb/brush without the need to use the rollers on the lower jaw assembly. 1. A hair treatment device , comprising:a first arm assembly comprising an upper housing and an upper jaw assembly extending therefrom, said upper jaw assembly defined by an upper jaw housing having an upper face and an opposing lower face, said lower face defined by an elongate channel along substantially the length of said lower face;a first hair treatment element detachably attached to said elongate channel; anda vibration generating assembly enclosed within and associated with said first arm assembly whereby activation of said vibration generating assembly causes said first arm assembly to vibrate.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said first hair ...

Cosmetic formulation dispensing head for a personal care appliance

A cosmetic formulation applicator is provided for applying cosmetic formulation to a user's skin. The cosmetic formulation applicator includes a reservoir that contains a cosmetic formulation, a brush head base, a plurality of bristles, and one or more dispenser nozzles. The brush head base is attached to the reservoir on a first side of the brush head base and the plurality of bristles extend from a second side of the brush head base. The one or more dispenser nozzles are configured to permit passage of the cosmetic formulation from the reservoir through the brush head base to the plurality of bristles. The cosmetic formulation applicator includes a plunger that is configured to force cosmetic formulation from the reservoir to the plurality of bristles via the plurality of dispenser nozzles. The plunger can be driven to control flow of the cosmetic formulation through the plurality of dispenser nozzles.

PERSONAL HYGIENE IMPLEMENT

A replacement toothbrush head includes a movable functional element comprising either a piston or a piston chamber; and a fixation element comprising either a piston when the movable functional element comprises a piston chamber; or a piston chamber when the movable functional element comprises a piston. The piston chamber engages the piston to form a pump; and the movable functional element is structured and configured to oscillate relative to the fixation element. 1. A replacement toothbrush head comprising:a movable functional element comprising a piston disposed in the replacement toothbrush head; anda fixation element comprising a piston chamber disposed in the replacement toothbrush head;wherein the piston chamber engages with the piston to form a pump; andwherein the movable functional element is structured and configured to oscillate relative to the fixation element.2. A replacement toothbrush head comprising:a movable functional element comprising a piston chamber disposed in the replacement toothbrush head; anda fixation element comprising a piston and disposed in the replacement toothbrush head;wherein the piston chamber engages with the piston to form a pump; andwherein the movable functional element is structured and configured to oscillate relative to the fixation element.3. A personal hygiene device comprising the replacement toothbrush head of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a drive unit arranged to drive the movable functional element of the replacement toothbrush head to rotatably oscillate during operation.4. A personal hygiene device comprising the replacement toothbrush head of claim 2 , wherein the handle comprises a drive unit arranged to drive the movable functional element of the replacement toothbrush head to rotatably oscillate during operation. The present invention is directed to a personal hygiene implement with a pump.Personal hygiene devices, particularly those designed for the oral cavity such as toothbrushes and oral ...

BRUSHING SPRAYER

A brushing sprayer includes a pipe body, a diverter, a control assembly and a brushing head. A pipe body includes an inlet end and an outlet opening communicating with each other. A diverter is positioned in the pipe body, and includes a first flow way, a second flow way and a third flow way communicating with each other and communicating with the inlet end and the outlet end of the pipe body. A control assembly passes through the pipe body, and is connected to the diverter. The control assembly is adapted to plug two selected from the group consisting of the first flow way, the second flow way and the third flow way, whereby a water flow could be regulated by the control assembly to outlet from the first flow way, the second flow way or the third flow way. The brushing head is positioned on the outlet end of the pipe body. 1. A brushing sprayer , comprising:a pipe body, comprising an inlet end and an outlet opening, wherein the inlet end has an inlet opening, and the outlet end has a first outlet opening, a second outlet opening and a third outlet opening, the inlet opening, the first outlet opening, the second outlet opening and the third outlet opening communicate with each other;a diverter, positioned in the pipe body, and comprising a first flow way, a second flow way and a third flow way communicating with each other, wherein the first flow way, the second flow way and the third flow way communicate with the inlet opening, the first outlet opening, the second outlet opening and the third outlet opening;a control assembly, passing through the pipe body, and connected to the diverter; the control assembly is adapted to plug two selected from the group consisting of the first flow way, the second flow way and the third flow way, whereby a water flow could be regulated by the control assembly to outlet from the first flow way, the second flow way or the third flow way; anda brushing head, positioned on the outlet end of the pipe body.2. The brushing sprayer of ...

DETANGLING HAIR BRUSH

The appliance includes a housing and an attached brushhead which oscillates at a selected frequency and amplitude by a motor and drive system. A system recognizes a hair tangle as the brushhead is drawn through the hair by a decrease in amplitude of movement of the brushhead. A control system changes the operation of the brushhead in response to the recognizing system in such a manner as to untangle the hair. 1. A brush appliance for detangling hair , comprising:an appliance body;a brushhead mounted to the appliance body;a motor for oscillating the brushhead at a selected frequency and amplitude;a system for recognizing a hair tangle as the brushhead is moved through the hair; anda control system for changing the driving of the brushhead and/or providing a detangling solution to the brushhead so as to detangle the hair as the brushhead encounters the tangle.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the recognizing system includes a system for recognizing a change in amplitude of brushhead movement sufficient to indicate a tangle.3. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the change in amplitude is a decrease in amplitude.4. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the amplitude recognizing system is an optical encoder.5. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the amplitude recognizing system is a Hall effect assembly.6. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the amplitude recognizing system is a magnetic switch.7. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the recognizing system includes a sensor assembly for recognizing back EMF in the motor sufficient to indicate a tangle.8. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the recognizing system includes a sensor for determining a change in audio from the appliance.9. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the recognizing system uses one to five cycles of brushhead operation to determine that a tangle has been encountered.10. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the brushhead in operation oscillates at a frequency between 70-115 Hz claim 1 , with an amplitude ...

SYSTEMS, APPARATUSES, AND METHODS FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING BRUSHES TO AND FROM END-EFFECTOR

An apparatus () for loading and unloading a brush () to and from a brush-arm assembly () of an end-effector () is disclosed. The apparatus () comprises a base () and a carriage (), which is movable along an axis (A) at least to a first position, a second position, or a third position relative to the base (). The carriage () comprises a brush receptacle (), configured to prevent movement of the brush () in a first direction, but not in a second direction, opposite to the first direction, when the brush () is placed in the brush receptacle (). The apparatus () also comprises a stationary component (), fixed relative to the base () and configured to prevent movement of the brush-arm assembly () in the second direction. Additionally, the apparatus () comprises a linear actuator (), configured to move the carriage (). 1. (canceled)27900822802102900. A method () of manipulating a brush () relative to a brush-arm assembly () of an end-effector () , the method () comprising:{'b': 818', '820', '832', '818', '832, 'locating a carriage (), comprising a brush receptacle (), in one of a first position or a second position relative to a stationary component (), wherein the carriage () is selectively movable relative to the stationary component () along an axis (A);'}{'b': 818', '832', '802', '102', '832', '802', '832, 'with the carriage () in one of the first position or the second position, different from the first position, relative to the stationary component (), locating the brush-arm assembly () of the end-effector () with respect to the stationary component () so that the brush-arm assembly () is in contact with the stationary component (); and'}{'b': 818', '832', '822', '802', '102', '818', '832', '822', '802, 'moving the carriage () in a second direction along the axis (A) toward the stationary component (), from the first position to a third position, to load the brush () onto the brush-arm assembly () of the end-effector (), or moving the carriage () in a first ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS ASSOCIATED WITH A DENTAL DEVICE

A toothbrush that is configured to emit a solution responsive to a user interaction with the toothbrush. 1. A dental device comprising:a base with a reservoir, the reservoir being configured to house a solution;a neck with a conduit, the conduit having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end of the conduit being in communication with the reservoir;a head with a recess and a dimple, the distal end of the conduit being configured to supply the solution from the conduit onto the recess, wherein the recess is a depression within a surface of the head, wherein the dimple increases a surface area of the recess.2. The dental device of claim 1 , wherein the dimple is positioned at a midpoint of a longitudinal axis of the head claim 1 , and the recess is positioned between the dimple and a lower boundary of the head.3. The dental device of claim 1 , further comprising:a one way valve positioned within the recess, the one way valve being configured to allow fluid to flow onto the recess.4. The dental device of claim 1 , wherein the reservoir has a first cross sectional area that is larger than a variable cross sectional area of the conduit.5. The dental device of claim 4 , wherein the conduit has a decreasing cross sectional area from the proximal end to the distal end of the conduit.6. The dental device of claim 1 , further comprising:a first set of bristles positioned on the head; anda second set of removable bristles positioned on the head, the second set of removable bristles being hollow silicon tubes that are shorter than that of the first set of bristles.7. The dental device of claim 1 , further comprising:a rim positioned around a circumference of the head, the rim extending away from an upper surface of the head.8. The dental device of claim 7 , further comprising:a foam layer positioned adjacent to an inner surface of the rim, the foam layer having a height that is greater than that of the rim.9. The dental device of claim 1 , further comprising:a puck ...

ROBOTIC SOLAR PANEL CLEANING SYSTEM

A cleaning system for a solar panel is provided. The cleaning system comprises: i) a frame moveable in a transverse direction over the solar panel, the frame having edges oriented in the transverse direction; a brush assembly positioned within the frame and moveable in a longitudinal direction including a plurality brush holders arranged within the frame, with each brush holder being adapted to interchangeably receive a brush for cleaning the solar panel; and a liquid spray arrangement including nozzles arranged one or more rows for spraying at least one of water and a water detergent mix onto the solar panel. The liquid spray arrangement includes nozzles positioned near at least one of the transverse edges of the frame for spraying the water detergent mix onto a longitudinal end of the brush assembly. 1. A cleaning system for a solar panel , comprising:a frame moveable in a transverse direction over the solar panel, the frame having transverse edges oriented in the transverse direction;a brush assembly positioned within the frame and moveable in a longitudinal direction, the brush assembly including a plurality brush holders arranged within the frame, each brush holder being adapted to interchangeably receive a brush for cleaning the solar panel; anda liquid spray arrangement including nozzles arranged in at least one row for spraying at least one of water and a water detergent mix onto the solar panel; andwherein the nozzles of the liquid spray arrangement are positioned near at least one of the transverse edges of the frame for spraying the at least one of water and the water detergent mix onto a longitudinal end of the brush assembly.2. The cleaning system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid spray arrangement includes a plurality of rows of nozzles positioned within the frame and oriented in the transverse direction.3. The cleaning system of claim 1 , further comprising a forced air arrangement for applying forced air onto the solar panel.4. The cleaning system of ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, and a cleaning tool detachably connected to the handle. The cleaning tool includes a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, a stem extending between the handle and the nozzle, and a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid. The fluid reservoir is connected to, and extends around, the stem. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a handle comprising a handle conduit system; and a cleaning tool fluid inlet port,', 'a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, and', 'a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid, the fluid reservoir comprising an inner wall, an external wall connected to and extending around the inner wall, and a fluid port,, 'a cleaning tool detachably connected to the handle, the cleaning tool comprising a cleaning tool conduit system, the cleaning tool conduit system comprisingwherein the handle conduit system comprises a handle fluid inlet port for receiving working fluid from the fluid port of the fluid reservoir and a handle fluid outlet port for conveying a burst of working fluid to the cleaning tool fluid inlet port.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir is configured to store a liquid working fluid.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir has a capacity which is in the range from 5 to 50 ml.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir is refillable.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid port is formed in the external wall of the fluid reservoir.6. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein at least part of the external wall is transparent.7. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the external wall has one of a curved shape claim 1 , a convex shape claim 1 , and a faceted shape.8. The appliance of claim 7 , wherein the external wall has a curvature which is one of ellipsoidal claim 7 , spheroidal and spherical.9. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid delivery system comprises a pump for ...

Portable hair styling device with massaging bristles and formulation dispenser

A hair and scalp treatment device that comprises a dispenser connected to a cartridge, wherein the cartridge comprises a formulation; a plurality of tips on the device, wherein the tips have at least one opening to dispense the formulation; and a controller configured to control the dispensing of the formulation through one or more tips individually.

BRUSH WITH NON-CONSTANT NODULE DENSITY

Provided is a disclosure for a brush for cleaning a surface, where the brush comprises a center core and cleaning material around the center core. Modules are found on the cleaning material, where nodule density on the cleaning material varies. Accordingly, a first nodule density of a first region of the cleaning material is different than a second nodule density of a second region of the cleaning material 1. A brush for cleaning a surface , comprising:a center core; andcleaning material, around the center core, comprising nodules,wherein a first nodule density of a first region of the cleaning material is different than a second nodule density of a second region of the cleaning material.2. The brush of claim 1 , wherein a nodule density is smaller at a longitudinal center of the brush than at a longitudinal end of the brush.3. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the nodules form a substantially helical pattern on the cleaning material.4. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the nodules form a substantially grid pattern on the cleaning material.5. The brush of claim 1 , wherein a nodule density is substantially symmetric about a longitudinal center of the brush.6. The brush of claim 1 , wherein a nodule pattern is substantially symmetric about a longitudinal center of the brush.7. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the nodules are formed as a part of the cleaning material.8. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the nodules are attached to the cleaning material with an adhesive.9. The brush of claim 1 , wherein at least one nodule has a different shape than another of the nodules.10. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the brush comprises elongated nodules near a longitudinal center of the brush.11. The brush of claim 1 , wherein a diameter of a first cross-section of the brush is greater than a diameter of a second cross-section of the brush.12. The brush of claim 1 , wherein a cross section of the brush is substantially circular.13. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning material is ...

SUBSTRATE TREATMENT APPARATUS

A substrate treatment apparatus includes a brush moving mechanism which moves a shaft to which a cleaning brush is attached. The brush body includes a substrate contact portion of a pillar-shaped portion. The substrate treatment apparatus further includes a correcting member and a relatively-positioning mechanism. When the correcting member is placed in a target position, a contact portion of the correcting member overlaps an object portion which is a combination of a design contact portion and a belt-shaped annular portion in an outer surface of a design pillar-shaped portion of a design body of a design brush. The contact portion is formed to have an inverted shape of the object portion of the design brush, and a portion of the contact portion, which corresponds to the belt-shaped annular portion, is a center-axis facing surface which faces a center axis of the shaft. 1. A substrate treatment apparatus comprising:a rotary holding mechanism configured to hold a substrate and rotate the substrate about a predetermined rotation axis;a cleaning brush including a brush body which is elastically deformable; anda brush moving mechanism including a shaft to which said cleaning brush is attached, the shaft extending in a direction transverse to a main surface of said substrate, and the brush moving mechanism being configured to move said cleaning brush by moving said shaft, whereinsaid brush body includes a pillar-shaped portion extending in a direction in which said shaft extends, and includes a substrate contact portion which forms an end surface of said pillar-shaped portion and is configured to come into contact with said substrate,said brush moving mechanism is capable of bringing said substrate contact portion of said brush body into contact with the main surface of said substrate,a design brush is defined by a virtual cleaning brush which has a design shape of said cleaning brush and is attached to said shaft in a predetermined manner,a design body is defined by a ...

SYSTEMS, APPARATUSES, AND METHODS FOR APPLYING GLUTINOUS SUBSTANCES

An apparatus () for delivering a glutinous substance () from a cartridge () to an applicator () comprises a sleeve () and a pressure-cap assembly (). The pressure-cap assembly () comprises a pressure cap (), proximate an inlet () of the sleeve (). The pressure-cap assembly () also comprises an actuator (), coupled to the pressure cap () and to the sleeve (). The apparatus () further comprises an automated coupler (), configured to automatically reversibly sealingly couple the applicator () with the leading end () of the cartridge (). 173-. (canceled)74300168166254300. A method () of delivering a glutinous substance () from a cartridge () to an applicator () , the method () comprising:{'b': 166', '106', '124', '106', '110', '106', '124', '166', '167', '169, 'receiving the cartridge () inside a sleeve () through an inlet () of the sleeve () when a pressure cap (), coupled to the sleeve () proximate the inlet (), is in an open position, wherein the cartridge () has a leading end () and a trailing end ();'}{'b': 110', '110', '169', '166, 'moving the pressure cap () into a closed position to sealingly couple the pressure cap () with the trailing end () of the cartridge ();'}{'b': 223', '254', '167', '166', '166', '106', '110, 'selectively causing an automated coupler () to automatically sealingly couple the applicator () with the leading end () of the cartridge () when the cartridge () is inside the sleeve () and the pressure cap () is in the closed position; and'}{'b': 168', '166', '118', '110', '168', '166', '254, 'applying pressure to the glutinous substance () in the cartridge () through a first pressure input () of the pressure cap () to urge the glutinous substance () from the cartridge () into the applicator ().'}75300. The method () according to claim 74 , wherein:{'b': 110', '115, 'the pressure cap () is pivotally coupled to an arm ();'}{'b': 110', '115', '117', '106', '121', '106, 'moving the pressure cap () into the closed position comprises rotating the arm ...

WASHING MACHINE DESIGN TO WASH FOOTWEAR

The invention is directed to a shoe washing machine comprising a housing, having a substantially hollow chamber, a plurality of cleaning brushes disposed inside the substantially hollow chamber of the housing, a rotatable shaft disposed in the center of the housing, at least two platforms attached to the rotatable shaft, a motor for rotating the rotatable shaft, a plurality of water outlets disposed inside the substantially hollow chamber of the housing, and a control circuit for controlling the operation of the washing process. 1. A shoe washing machine comprising:a housing, having a substantially hollow chamber;a plurality of cleaning brushes disposed inside the substantially hollow chamber of the housing;a rotatable shaft disposed in the center of the housing;at least two platforms attached to the rotatable shaft;a motor for rotating the rotatable shaft;a plurality of water outlets disposed inside the substantially hollow chamber of the housing; anda control circuit for controlling the operation of the washing process.2. The shoe washing machine of claim 1 , wherein the at least two platforms are positioned on equal distances from one another about a central axis of the rotatable shaft.3. The shoe washing machine of claim 1 , further comprising a drainage system disposed within a bottom surface of the substantially hollow chamber of the housing.4. The show washing machine of claim 1 , wherein the at least two platforms further comprise a securing means to hold the shoes in place.5. The shoe washing machine of claim 1 , further comprising a lock on the housing claim 1 , wherein the shoe washing machine will not operate until the lock is engaged.6. The shoe washing machine of claim 1 , further comprising a heater connected to the plurality of water outlets claim 1 , wherein the heater is controlled by the control circuit and activated based on a predetermined cycle operation.7. The shoe washing machine of claim 1 , wherein the rotatable shaft can rotate clockwise ...

BRUSHES FOR DELIVERING GLUTINOUS SUBSTANCE TO WORKPIECE FROM END-EFFECTOR AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME

A method of delivering a glutinous substance to a workpiece from an end-effector comprises using the end-effector to rotate a brush relative to the workpiece about a rotational axis. The method also comprises, while rotating the brush relative to the workpiece about the rotational axis, urging the glutinous substance from the end-effector through a channel of a body of the brush from an axial inlet of the channel to an outlet of the channel, into contact with a thatch of bristles of the brush. Additionally, the method comprises using the end-effector to position the brush relative to the workpiece such that the glutinous substance in contact with the thatch is delivered onto at least a first surface and a third surface of the workpiece. 135-. (canceled)36600168170102170450454450452450454600. A method () of delivering a glutinous substance () to a workpiece () from an end-effector () , wherein the workpiece () comprises a first surface () , a second surface () , spaced a normal distance (H) from the first surface () , and a third surface () , separating the first surface () from the second surface () , the method () comprising:{'b': 102', '400', '170', '438', '400, 'claim-text': [{'b': '402', 'claim-text': [{'b': '407', 'a first end ();'}, {'b': 411', '407, 'a second end (), opposing the first end (); and'}, {'b': 408', '409', '480', '409', '407', '402', '438, 'a channel (), comprising an axial inlet () and an outlet (), wherein the axial inlet () is at the first end () of the body () and is coaxial with the rotational axis (); and'}], 'a body (), comprising, {'b': 420', '402', '420', '438', '402, 'bristles (), extending from the body () so that the bristles () are not parallel to the rotational axis () of the body (), wherein, {'b': 420', '431', '464', '466', '465', '464', '466', '421', '407', '402, 'the bristles () are arranged into a thatch (), comprising a frusto-conical portion (), a cylindrical portion (), a boundary () between the frusto-conical portion () and ...

ELECTROLYTIC BRUSH ASSEMBLY

An electrolytic brush assembly including a handle assembly; a shroud extending from the handle assembly, the shroud having an aperture at a distal end thereof; and a brush connecting assembly for releasably connecting a brush to the handle assembly whereby the brush extends through the aperture of the shroud. The handle assembly includes an adjustment sub-assembly for selectively moving the brush connecting assembly and a brush connected thereto relative to the handle assembly and the aperture of the shroud. 1. An electrolytic brush assembly comprising:a handle assembly;a shroud extending from the handle assembly, the shroud having an aperture at a distal end thereof; anda brush connecting assembly for releasably connecting a brush to the handle assembly whereby the brush extends through the aperture of the shroud,wherein the handle assembly comprises an adjustment sub-assembly for selectively moving the brush connecting assembly and a brush connected thereto relative to the handle assembly and the aperture of the shroud.2. An electrolytic brush assembly according to wherein the adjustment sub-assembly comprises:a sheath;a rod slidably received within the sheath, the rod being connected to the brush connecting assembly; andan actuator for moving the rod within the sheath, thereby moving the brush connecting assembly and a brush connected thereto relative to the handle assembly and the aperture of the shroud.3. An electrolytic brush assembly according to wherein the actuator comprises a rotatable sleeve having an inner thread functionally connected to the rod claim 2 , whereby rotation of the rotatable sleeve causes linear movement of the rod within the sheath claim 2 , thereby moving the brush connecting assembly and a brush connected thereto relative to the handle assembly and the aperture of the shroud.4. An electrolytic brush assembly according to wherein the brush is releasably connectable to the brush connecting assembly by a quick release mechanism.5. An ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid, a nozzle for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user, a light source for illuminating the fluid reservoir and a control circuit for activating the light source to generate an alert which is conveyed to the user through the illumination of the fluid reservoir. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a handle;a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid;a fluid delivery system for receiving the working fluid from the fluid reservoir and delivering the working fluid to the teeth of a user during use, the fluid delivery system comprising a nozzle for delivering the working fluid to the teeth of the user;a light source located within the handle and external to the fluid reservoir for illuminating at least part of the fluid reservoir;a light emitting surface located on an end surface of the handle which faces the fluid reservoir, the light emitting surface emitting light emitted from the light source for illuminating the at least part of the fluid reservoir; anda control circuit for activating the light source.2. The appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a stem extending between the handle and the nozzle claim 1 , and wherein the fluid reservoir is connected to the stem.3. (canceled)4. The appliance of claim 1 , comprising a light pipe located within the handle for conveying light emitted from the light source towards the fluid reservoir.5. (canceled)6. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir covers the light emitting surface of the handle.7. The appliance of claim 6 , wherein the end surface of the handle is concave in shape.8. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the stem is detachably connected to the handle.9. The appliance of claim 8 , wherein the control circuit is configured to inhibit the activation of the light source when the stem is detached from the handle.10. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir comprises a light emitting surface for ...

Brushes for delivering glutinous substance to workpiece from end-effector and methods for making and using the same

A brush ( 400 ) for delivering a glutinous substance ( 168 ) to a workpiece ( 170 ) from an end-effector ( 102 ) is disclosed. The brush ( 400 ) comprises a body ( 402 ) having a rotational axis ( 438 ). The body ( 402 ) comprises a first end ( 407 ), a second end ( 411 ), opposite the first end ( 407 ), and a channel ( 408 ), comprising an axial inlet ( 409 ) and an outlet ( 480 ). The axial inlet ( 409 ) is at the first end ( 407 ) of the body ( 402 ) and is coaxial with the rotational axis ( 438 ). The brush ( 400 ) also comprises bristles ( 420 ), extending from the body ( 402 ) so that the bristles ( 420 ) are not parallel to the rotational axis ( 438 ) of the body ( 402 ).

SYSTEMS, APPARATUSES, AND METHODS FOR APPLYING GLUTINOUS SUBSTANCES

An apparatus () for delivering a glutinous substance () from a cartridge () to a brush () is disclosed. The apparatus () comprises a sleeve () and a pressure-cap assembly (). The pressure-cap assembly () comprises a pressure cap (), proximate an inlet () of the sleeve (). The pressure cap () comprises a pressure input (), selectively operable to apply pressure to the glutinous substance () in the cartridge () when the cartridge () is received within the sleeve (), the pressure cap () is in the closed position, and a leading end () of the cartridge () is in sealed engagement with a valve (). The apparatus () further comprises a brush-arm assembly (), configured to retain the brush () and capable of rotating the brush (). The valve () is selectively operable to enable the glutinous substance () to flow from the cartridge () to the brush (). 1102168166298102. An apparatus () for delivering a glutinous substance () from a cartridge () to a brush () , the apparatus () comprising:{'b': 106', '121', '124', '128', '124', '106', '166', '124, 'a sleeve (), comprising a central axis (), an inlet (), and an outlet () opposite the inlet (), wherein the sleeve () is configured to receive the cartridge () through the inlet ();'}{'b': 104', '106, 'claim-text': [{'b': 110', '124', '106, 'claim-text': [{'b': 166', '106', '110', '110', '169', '166', '110', '166', '106', '124, 'with the cartridge () received within the sleeve (), the pressure cap () is movable between, inclusively, a closed position, in which the pressure cap () is in sealed engagement with a trailing end () of the cartridge (), and an open position, in which the pressure cap () provides clearance sufficient for insertion of the cartridge () inside the sleeve () through the inlet (), and'}, {'b': 110', '118', '168', '166', '166', '106', '110', '167', '166', '154, 'the pressure cap () comprises a pressure input (), selectively operable to apply pressure to the glutinous substance () in the cartridge () when the ...

Systems, apparatuses, and methods for applying glutinous substances

An apparatus ( 102 ) for delivering a glutinous substance ( 168 ) from a cartridge ( 166 ) to an applicator ( 254 ) comprises a sleeve ( 106 ) and a pressure-cap assembly ( 104 ). The pressure-cap assembly ( 104 ) comprises a pressure cap ( 110 ), proximate an inlet ( 124 ) of the sleeve ( 106 ). The pressure-cap assembly ( 104 ) also comprises an actuator ( 114 ), coupled to the pressure cap ( 110 ) and to the sleeve ( 106 ). The apparatus ( 102 ) further comprises an automated coupler ( 223 ), configured to automatically reversibly sealingly couple the applicator ( 254 ) with the leading end ( 167 ) of the cartridge ( 166 ).

ORAL CLEANSING DEVICE WITH MAGNETIC FLUID CONNECTOR

An oral cleansing device including a handle, a brush head removably connected to the handle at a top end of the handle, a base unit that supports a reservoir to serve as a fluid source, a fluid tube extending from the base unit, and a fluid connector connected to the fluid tube and removably connected to the handle at a bottom end of the hand to connect the handle to the fluid source. The fluid connector includes a magnetic element configured to provide a magnetic attraction to the base unit, thereby assisting in securing the fluid connector to the base unit. 1. An oral cleansing device comprising:a handle;a brush head removably connected to the handle at a top end thereof;a base unit that supports a reservoir to serve as a fluid source;a fluid tube extending from the base unit; anda fluid connector connected to the fluid tube and removably connected to the handle at a bottom end thereof to connect the handle to the fluid source, the fluid connector including a magnetic element configured to provide a magnetic attraction to the base unit, thereby assisting in securing the fluid connector to the base unit.2. The oral cleansing device of claim 1 , wherein the fluid connector includes a bottom cap assembly including a retainer at a top end thereof and a bottom cap claim 1 , and the magnetic element is received within the bottom cap assembly between the retainer and the bottom cap.3. The oral cleansing device of claim 2 , wherein the bottom cap includes a cavity defined therein that receives the magnetic element claim 2 , and the retainer is adhered to the bottom cap at a top end thereof to provide a fluid tight seal for the cavity.4. The oral cleansing device of claim 2 , wherein the bottom cap forms a bottom surface of the fluid connector claim 2 , the bottom surface is in contact with a top surface of the base unit when the fluid connector rests on the base unit.5. The oral cleansing device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic element is disposed within the fluid ...

Cleaning appliance

A dental cleaning appliance includes a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid, a nozzle for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user, a light source for illuminating the fluid reservoir and a control circuit for activating the light source to generate an alert which is conveyed to the user through the illumination of the fluid reservoir.

DEVICE FOR BRUSHING THE TEETH, HAVING MULTIPLE BRUSHES WITH ROTARY AND/OR OSCILLATING MOTION

A device for brushing teeth having multiple brushes that provide rotary and/or oscillating motion. The device has a right lateral brush, a left lateral brush, and an upper brush. Each of the three brushes is connected to, and driven by, a respective supporting rod. Each of the supporting rods is driven by a respective gear. The device includes a motor or engine for generating rotational movement which is transferred to each of the gears by a transmission. The transmission is configured to simultaneously provide both rotary and lateral movement to the brushes, thereby creating an oscillating motion. 110-. (canceled)11. A device for brushing teeth having multiple brushes with rotary and/or oscillating motion , the device comprising:{'b': 102', '105', '110', '111', '103', '106', '109', '112', '101', '113, 'a right lateral brush () placed at the front part of a right supporting rod, which is inserted inside a right directive channel (, ) and has the rear part connected to a right gear (); a left lateral brush () placed at the front part of a left supporting rod, which is inserted inside a right directive channel (, ) and has the rear part connected to a left gear (); a upper brush () placed at the front part of a upper supporting rod, which is inserted inside a upper directive channel and has the rear part connected to a upper gear ();'}{'b': 112', '111', '113, 'a transmission means of a rotary motion, generated by one or more engines that can be of electrical, mechanical or hydraulic type, towards the above said left gear (), right gear () and upper gear (),'}a motion conversion mechanism for translating rotary motion around a longitudinal axis to a simultaneous rotary motion and vertical oscillating motion perpendicular to the same longitudinal axis and parallel to the larger axis of teeth;{'b': 134', '135', '137', '135', '139', '140', '105', '110', '106', '109', '132', '131', '139', '135', '134', '134', '136', '131', '102', '103, 'wherein the right and left ...

Extendable Cleaning Brush

An extendable cleaning brush for use in cleaning hard to reach areas. The extendable cleaning brush includes an elongated handle having a first end and a second end. The elongated handle has a telescopic configuration such that it can be extended and shortened as desired. The first end includes a grip to be held by the user and one or more controls. The second end includes a housing having a rotating brush head thereon, wherein the brush head is driven by a motor disposed within the housing. A reservoir is further disposed within the housing and includes a dispensing mechanism for dispensing a cleaning solution onto the brush head. The one or more controls allow the user to actuate the motor and dispensing mechanism in a convenient manner. 1) An extendable cleaning brush , comprising:an elongated handle having a first end and a second end, wherein the elongated handle has a telescopic construction;the second end of the handle having a housing therein, wherein a brush head having a plurality of bristles is connected to the housing;a reservoir operably connected to a dispensing mechanism adapted to selectively release a quantity of a cleaning solution stored within the reservoir.2) The extendable cleaning brush of claim 1 , wherein the elongated handle comprises a first section and a second section slidably disposed within the first section such that the second section can be extended from and retracted into the first section.3) The extendable cleaning brush of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a pin-locking mechanism adapted to secure the handle at a fixed length.4) The extendable cleaning brush of claim 1 , wherein the brush head is operably connected to a motor adapted to drive the brush head in a rotating motion claim 1 , wherein the motor is enclosed within the housing.5) The extendable cleaning brush of claim 4 , wherein the handle comprises a battery compartment configured to receive a battery claim 4 , wherein the battery is operably connected to a motor. ...

PLANT FOR WASHING AND SANITISING THE UDDERS OF DAIRY ANIMALS

Plant for washing and sanitising the udders of dairy animals of the type consisting of a control panel (), for the management and the control of the entire plant, a tank () for water collection and delivery, a motor body () for plant management and a brush body () for animal treatment, characterised in that ozone generator (), structure for ozone enrichment of the water delivered by said tank () and structure for drying the udders with ozone once the washing has been completed and furthermore provided. 1) Plant for washing and sanitising the udders of dairy animals of the type consisting of a control panel , for the management and the control of the entire plant , a tank for water collection and delivery , a motor body for plant management and a brush body for animal treatment , the plant comprising ozone generation means , means for ozone enrichment of the water delivered by said tank and means for drying the udders with ozone once the washing has been completed.2) Plant as in ) wherein three-way valve means are provided for deviating the ozone flow claim 1 , produced by said ozone generation means.3) Plant as in ) wherein from said three-way valve means an ozone delivery conduit to a Venturi injector departs as well as an ozone delivery conduit to said brush body.4) Plant as in ) wherein said ozone generation means are supplied by an oxygen tank.5) Plant as in ) wherein said ozone generation means are supplied by an air tank and in that upstream of said water tank a tank containing' a mixture of water and ozone is provided.6) Plant as in ) wherein from three-way valve means an ozone delivery conduit to a Venturi injector departs as well as an ozone delivery conduit to a Venturi mixer to which a conduit of ozone-enriched water is also connected and subsequently claim 5 , from said Venturi mixer conduit departs which enters said tank.7) Plant as in ) wherein a recirculation pump apt to adjust the water inflow to the tank is furthermore provided.8) Plant as in ) on ...

HAIR COLORING APPLIANCE

A hair coloring appliance includes a handle and a hair color delivery system supported within the handle. A nozzle assembly is adapted to receive hair color. The nozzle assembly includes a stationary frame and a nozzle array through which the hair color is delivered to the hair and a plurality of filaments adjacent the nozzles which are longer than the nozzles, acting as a stand-off between the nozzles and the scalp. A motor reciprocates the nozzle array back and forth as hair color moves through the nozzles. 1. An appliance , comprising:a handle;a cosmetic composition delivery system, supported within the handle;a nozzle assembly for receiving a cosmetic composition from the delivery system, wherein the nozzle assembly includes a nozzle array, which includes a plurality of nozzles through which the cosmetic composition is directed; anda motor for moving the nozzle array, reciprocating back and forth, delivering the cosmetic composition as the appliance is pulled through the hair by the user.2. The appliance of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of filaments positioned adjacent to the nozzle array which act as a stand-off between the nozzle array and the scalp.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the cosmetic composition delivery system comprises a hair color composition delivery system; and wherein the motor is configured to deliver the hair cosmetic composition as the appliance is pulled through the hair by the user.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the cosmetic composition delivery system includes one or more reservoirs for at least one of a hair treatment composition claim 1 , scalp treatment composition claim 1 , hair loss treatment composition and hair coloring composition.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the nozzles are in line with filaments on both flanking side thereof.6. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein the nozzle array includes four spaced nozzles and four spaced filaments on flanking sides thereof.7. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A fluid delivery system for a dental cleaning appliance includes a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, and a fluid conduit for conveying working fluid to the nozzle. A body of the nozzle defines a fluid chamber and a channel for conveying working fluid from the fluid chamber to a fluid outlet from the nozzle. The fluid chamber has a tangential inlet for receiving working fluid from the fluid conduit. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user; anda fluid conduit for conveying working fluid to the nozzle,wherein the nozzle comprises a fluid chamber extending about a longitudinal axis and a channel for conveying working fluid from the fluid chamber to a fluid outlet from the nozzle, the fluid chamber comprising a fluid inlet for conveying working fluid into the fluid chamber at an angle to the longitudinal axis.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid inlet is arranged to convey the fluid into the fluid chamber along a path which is located in a plane which is substantially orthogonal to the longitudinal axis.3. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the path is spaced from the longitudinal axis.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid inlet is arranged to convey the fluid into the fluid chamber along a path which is spaced from the longitudinal axis.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid inlet comprises a tangential inlet for conveying the fluid substantially tangentially into the fluid chamber.6. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid chamber has claim 1 , in a plane which is orthogonal to the longitudinal axis claim 1 , a cross-section which is substantially circular in shape.7. The appliance of claim 6 , wherein the diameter of the fluid chamber is in the range from 2 to 7 mm.8. The appliance of claim 6 , wherein the fluid chamber has an outlet port located on the longitudinal axis of the fluid chamber.9. The appliance of claim 8 , ...

FACIAL CLEANSING INSTRUMENT

A facial cleansing instrument of the embodiments of the present disclosure includes a water outlet assembly and a micro-bubble generating assembly, the micro-bubble generating assembly is connected to the water outlet assembly; the micro-bubble generating assembly is configured to generate micro-bubble water when water flows through the micro-bubble generating assembly, and the water outlet assembly is configured to spray the micro-bubble water. 1. A facial cleansing instrument , comprising:a water outlet assembly; anda micro-bubble generating assembly connected to the water outlet assembly;wherein the micro-bubble generating assembly is configured to generate micro-bubble water when water flows through the micro-bubble generating assembly, and the water outlet assembly is configured to spray the micro-bubble water.2. The facial cleansing instrument according to claim 1 , wherein the micro-bubble generating assembly comprises:a first generator which comprises one or more first water outlet holes;a second generator which comprises one or more second water outlet holes, the one or more second water outlet holes are corresponded to the one or more first water outlet holes one-to-one, and a flow area of each second water outlet hole is larger than a flow area of a corresponding first water outlet hole.3. The facial cleansing instrument according to claim 2 , wherein a return gap is further provided between the first generator and the second generator;the second generator further comprises one or more return holes, the return gap is connected to each return hole and each second water outlet hole, and each return hole is not disposed corresponding to each first water outlet hole.4. The facial cleansing instrument according to claim 1 , further comprising:an accommodating assembly connected to the micro-bubble generating assembly, wherein the accommodating assembly comprises an accommodating cavity, a water inlet hole, and a water outlet hole, the water inlet hole and the ...

Personal Cleaning Device

The present invention relates generally to the field of personal cleaning devices having a housing with a front surface with at least one brush and a rear surface with at least one attachment feature for attachment to a surface such as a shower wall. The brush is powered by a motor which causes the brush to spin or move in different directions. The device may also have a soap dispenser that dispenses soap or other liquids which can be applied to the brush before use. The motor may further have a plurality of speeds and can be configured to run for a fixed period of time. 1. A personal cleaning device comprising:a housing comprised of a front surface having at least one brush, a rear surface, a pair of side surfaces, a top surface and a bottom surface;a motor contained within the housing for powering the at least one brush;a control panel for operating the motor and the at least one brush; anda battery for powering the motor.2. The personal cleaning device of further comprising at least one reservoir contained within the housing for holding a cleaning fluid.3. The personal cleaning device of further comprising a plurality of brushes attached to the front surface and driven by the motor.4. The personal cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the motor drives the at least one brush to rotate and move in a direction.5. The personal cleaning device of claim 4 , wherein the direction is one of a horizontal direction claim 4 , a vertical direction or a diagonal direction.6. The personal cleaning device of claim 3 , wherein each of the plurality of brushes have one of a different texture or size.7. The personal cleaning device of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of brushes are interchangeable with one another.8. The personal cleaning device of claim 2 , wherein the at least one brush comprises an opening for receiving the cleaning fluid from the at least one reservoir.9. The personal cleaning device of claim 1 , wherein the control panel is in wireless communication with a ...

BRUSH CLEANING DEVICE

A self-contained cosmetic brush cleaning device, having a top cover and a bottom cover; a support plate; a clean water reservoir pump; a dirty water reservoir pump; a microprocessor with a storage; a motor; a clean and a dirty water reservoir; one or more than one brush holder support; a carrier plate; a motor wheel; a working tank; a bristle pad; a carrier beam; and one or more than one brush holder. The device is used to automatically clean the cosmetic brush using a preset or random pattern set by a user either wired or wirelessly. 1. A self-contained cosmetic brush cleaning device , the device comprising:a) a top cover;b) a bottom cover attached to the top cover;c) a support plate attached to the bottom cover;d) a clean water reservoir pump attached to the support plate;e) a dirty water reservoir pump attached to the support plate;f) a microprocessor with a storage attached to the support plate;g) a motor attached to the support plate;h) a clean water reservoir attached to the support plate;i) dirty water reservoir attached to the support plate;j) one or more than one brush holder support is connected to the support plate;k) a carrier plate is connected to the support plate;l) a motor wheel is connected to the motor and operably connected to the carrier plate;m) a working tank is operably connected to the carrier plate;n) a bristle pad is attached to the carrier plate;o) a carrier beam is attached to the one or more than one brush holder support; andp) one or more than one brush holder is connected to the carrier beam.2. The device of claim 1 , where the top cover further comprises an access opening for inserting brushes to be cleaned.3. The device of claim 1 , where the support plate comprises:a) a clean water reservoir pocket;b) one or more than one attachment point for connecting the one or more than one brush holder support integrated in the support plate;c) a working tank pocket integrated in the support plate; andd) a dirty water reservoir pocket ...

APPARATUS WITH ELLIPTICAL MOVEMENT FOR MICRODERMABRASION AND TOPICAL DELIVERY OF TREATMENTS

A device for providing elliptical path motion to skin or other surface. The device includes a motor, shaft, and a cam having at least one offset axis cam lobe for creating offset motion. A mounting bracket assembly that has a pair of arms associated with the motor can be moved by the cam in an elliptical path having X-axis, Y-axis and, in exemplary embodiments, Z-axis movement. The mounting bracket assembly may have two brackets, each being associated with an oscillating plate. Each oscillating plate may have a plurality of protrusions or tufts of bristles protruding therefrom. Elliptical movement of the oscillating plates creates offset elliptical motion of the protrusions associated with each oscillating plate. A fluid delivery system may be incorporated to provide fluid through the device. The device may be used for cleaning, stimulation or treatment of skin. 1. An apparatus for providing elliptical motion , comprising:a) a motor;b) a drive shaft having an axis of rotation and extending from the motor, the shaft having a distal end;c) an elliptical motion creating mechanism associated with the shaft, the mechanism including at least one axially offset member having an axis of rotation in an axis offset from the axis of the shaft; and, i) a base plate operatively associated with the offset member, the base plate having a first side defining an X-axis movement direction and a second side generally perpendicular to the first side, the second side defining a Y-axis movement direction,', 'ii) a first side arm extending from the base plate and associated with the motor, the first side arm having a distal end terminating in a connection portion, the first side arm defining a Z-axis movement direction,', 'iii) a second side arm extending from the base plate and associated with the motor, the second side arm having a distal end terminating in a connection portion,, 'd) a mounting bracket comprising'}whereby rotation of the shaft causes the offset member to rotate and ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR APPLICATION OF A SUBSTANCE

Embodiments of the present disclosure provides oral applicators and methods for applying a substance to a site inside a mouth cavity of a human or an animal. An oral applicator includes a body adapted for being held by a human hand. The oral applicator further includes an applicator head extending from the body. The applicator head also includes an applicator surface distally located in relation to the body and adapted for use in applying the substance to the site. Further, the oral applicator includes a gas stream generator present near the applicator head for directing a stream of gas from the applicator head. The site may be dried during at least one of prior to, during and after an application of the substance. The stream of gas may be directed via an outlet proximate to the applicator surface. 1. An oral applicator adapted for applying a substance to a site inside a mouth cavity of a human or an animal , the oral applicator comprisinga body adapted for being held by a human hand;an applicator head extending from the body, wherein the applicator head comprises an applicator surface distally located in relation to the body and adapted for use in applying the substance to the site; anda gas stream generator present near the applicator head for directing a stream of gas from the applicator head on to the site, wherein the site is dried during at least one of prior to, during and after an application of the substance,wherein the stream of gas is directed via an outlet proximate to the applicator surface and the substance is applied via at least one of the application surface and a pad attached to the application surface.2. The oral applicator of claim 1 , wherein the body defines a housing for housing the gas stream generator.3. The oral applicator of claim 2 , wherein the applicator head is of elongate dimensions and is in a shape of an elbow.4. The oral applicator of claim 3 , wherein the gas stream generator comprises a fluid conduit from a source of gas under ...

Novel Pump-Fed Mechanical Back Brush

A hand held back brush has a rotating brush head and a reservoir for liquid soap from which the soap is actively vectored towards the skin via an active pumping mechanism.

Surface Cleaning Appliance with Motorized Wand

A floor cleaning appliance is provided that assists cleaning surfaces using an appliance housing and a handheld wand with a motorized brush head. The appliance housing includes a wheeled assembly with a fluid reservoir for supporting a cleaning solution. A pump drives the cleaning solution into a fluid tube that connects to a handheld wand. The handheld wand includes user controls, a handle grip, and a rotating brush head that is used in conjunction with the cleaning solution to break up dirt while cleaning surfaces. The user presses the bristles against the surface as he or she controls the rotational speed and fluid flow from the wand via the user controls. Dirt is released from the surface, whereafter it can be wiped clean.

Cleaning appliance

A fluid delivery system of a dental cleaning appliance includes a pump for drawing a working fluid through a fluid inlet, a hydraulic actuator for receiving working fluid from the pump, a drive for actuating the pump, and a nozzle having a fluid outlet for ejecting working fluid from the appliance. The drive includes a motor and a control circuit for operating the motor. The control circuit is configured to detect stalling of the motor in response to the load applied to the pump by the pressurized working fluid stored in the accumulator, and to deactivate the motor when stalling of the motor has been detected.

Re-Phresh System

A convenient way to sanitize a toilet plunger after it has been used to prevent the spreading of germs and bacteria around the bathroom. This device will be used to immerse the used plunger in a sanitizing solution, before it is stored. 1. A Re-Phresh System device essentially as described herein. The present invention relates generally to the field of sanitizing devices and more specifically relates to a convenient way to sanitize a toilet plunger after it has been used to prevent the spreading of germs and bacteria around the bathroom. This device will be used to immerse the used plunger in a sanitizing solution, before it is stored.Bacteria and germs thrive in dark damp places, causing bathrooms to be fertile grounds for spreading bacteria and germs. They can create unpleasant odors as well as unsanitary conditions for all who have to use them. In most households, toilet bowl brushes are needed to keep toilets clean and sanitary, and often a plunger may be needed to unstop a toilet, especially when the fixtures and plumbing are old. These items should be kept in a convenient place, usually next to the toilet or in a cabinet nearby, so they are accessible when needed. Since plungers are used in toilets, they are extra smelly and unsanitary, and people worry about children touching them. Therefore a need exists for a way to sanitize bathroom plungers, which will be more affordable than replacing them after each use.Various attempts have been made to solve the problems which may be found in the related art but have thus far been unsuccessful. A need exists for a reliable Re-Phresh System to avoid the above-mentioned problems.In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known art, the present invention provides a novel Re-Phresh System. The general purpose of the present invention, which will be described subsequently in greater detail, is to provide a convenient way to sanitize a toilet plunger after it has been used to prevent the spreading of germs and ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR WASHING DRINKWARE

A method and device for cleaning drinkware without using electricity are disclosed including a handle, a shaft connected to the handle, a cleaning brush connected to the shaft, and a top section connected to the cleaning brush; when the interior bottom of a drinkware is pressed down, creating a pressure upon the top section, the cleaning brush is rotated in a first direction, and when the pressure decreases, the cleaning brush rotates in a second direction opposite to the first direction. 1. A pushed-down rotary cup washing device , comprising:a handle;a shaft connected to said handle; anda cleaning brush, connected to said shaft, comprising a plurality of bristles; anda top section connected to said cleaning brush, wherein when the interior bottom of said cup is pressed down, creating a pressure upon said top section, said cleaning brush is rotated in a first direction, and when said pressure decreases, said cleaning brush rotates in a second direction opposite to the first direction.2. The pushed-down rotary cup washing device of wherein said top section further comprises a cleaning liquid ejecting head connected to a top end of said cleaning brush claim 1 , wherein as said pressure is increased said cleaning liquid ejecting head ejects a cleaning liquid into the interior of said cup.3. The push-down rotary cup washing device of wherein said handle further comprises:an receiving end whose interior comprises a chamber having a bottom end connected to a narrow cavity whose diameter is smaller than the diameter of said chamber;an opening, disposed at the bottom of said receiving end and connected to said narrow cavity, adapted to receive said external cleaning liquid into said chamber;a spout, disposed at the top of said receiving end and connected to said chamber, adapted to output said cleaning liquid;a hollow section having a bottom section, main body, and a threaded top section, wherein said bottom section has a slightly smaller diameter than those of said main ...

Applicators for delivering glutinous substance to workpiece from end-effector and associated apparatuses, systems, and methods

An applicator ( 102 ) for delivering a glutinous substance ( 168 ) to a workpiece ( 170 ) from an end-effector ( 101 ) is disclosed. The applicator ( 102 ) comprises a body ( 110 ) and a plunger ( 186 ). The plunger ( 186 ) comprises a gate ( 118 ), movable within an outlet portion ( 182 ) of a first channel ( 115 ) of the body ( 110 ) between, inclusively, an open position, allowing the glutinous substance ( 168 ) to flow from an inlet ( 116 ) of the first channel ( 115 ) to an outlet ( 117 ) of the first channel ( 115 ) and a closed position, preventing the glutinous substance ( 168 ) from flowing from the inlet ( 116 ) of the first channel ( 115 ) to the outlet ( 117 ) of the first channel ( 115 ). The applicator ( 102 ) further comprises an actuator ( 131 ), selectively operable to move the plunger ( 186 ) such that the gate ( 118 ) moves between, inclusively, the open position and the closed position.

Handheld Washing Device

The present invention relates to a handheld portable washing device. The handheld washing device is designed to apply a pressurized soapy solution and water to any surface for washing. The washing device includes an elongated shaft having a hose connector on one end and an interchangeable dispensing nozzle on the opposite end. The hose connector receives a liquid from a hose or other source, wherein the liquid runs through a conduit within the elongated shaft for dispensing. The device has a handle for gripping and includes a built-in battery, motor and control circuit. The portable device provides an adjustable spray device for enabling a user to manually change pressure and the flow of a liquid. 1. A cleaning device that is both handheld and portable , the cleaning device comprising:a handle;an elongated shaft connected to said handle, wherein said elongated shaft comprises an internal hollow conduit therethrough;a hose connection providing a water inlet at a proximal end of said internal hollow conduit;a nozzle providing an exit at a distal end of said internal hollow conduit;a motor for generating a pressure to a quantity of water received from said water inlet;a battery for supplying power to said motor; anda trigger on said handle for actuating a blocking pin for selectively blocking and releasing the quantity of water through said internal hollow conduit.2. The cleaning device of further comprising a reservoir for dispensing a detergent though said internal hollow conduit.3. The cleaning device of claim 2 , wherein said reservoir is a rotating reservoir.4. The cleaning device of claim 2 , wherein said reservoir is selectively attachable to said elongated shaft.5. The cleaning device of claim 4 , wherein said pressure at said nozzle is generally from about 30 bar to about 170 bar.6. The cleaning device of claim 5 , wherein said motor draws the quantity of water from a source into said water inlet.7. The cleaning device of claim 6 , wherein said water draw is ...

HAIR COLOR CARTRIDGE AND COMPOSITIONS FOR USE IN THE HAIR COLOR CARTRIDGE

The instant disclosure relates to hair coloring base compositions and developer compositions that can be incorporated into a hair color cartridge, which combines the compositions and dispenses them onto hair. The hair color cartridge includes: (a) one or more hair coloring base compositions and; (b) one or more developer compositions, which can be combined to form an active hair coloring composition and dispensed onto hair. The hair coloring base compositions typically include one or more oxidative dye precursors; one or more alkalizing agents; one or more reducing agents; optionally, one or more cationic conditioning polymers; one or more surfactants; one or more water-soluble solvents; and water. The developer compositions typically include one or more oxidizing agents; one or more surfactants; and water. The unique components and fluid characteristics of the various compositions are such that devices or appliances comprising them accurately combine and dispense the hair coloring base composition(s) with the developer composition(s) in a predetermined ratio with excellent consistency for application to hair. 1. A hair color cartridge comprising: one or more oxidative dye precursors;', 'one or more alkalizing agents;', 'one or more reducing agents;', 'optionally, one or more cationic conditioning polymers;', 'one or more surfactants;', 'one or more water-soluble solvents; and', 'water; and, '(a) one or more hair coloring base compositions comprising one or more oxidizing agents;', 'one or more surfactants;', 'water;', 'wherein each hair coloring base composition and each developer composition are separately contained until use., '(b) one or more developer compositions comprising2. The hair color cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the one or more hair coloring base compositions comprise one or more oxidative dye precursors selected from the group consisting of ortho- and/or para-aminophenols claim 1 , ortho- and/or para-phenylenediamines claim 1 , double bases claim 1 , ...

FLUID APPLICATION DEVICE

A fluid application device for applying a fluid to a surface and removing the same as necessary. The device may generally comprise a fluid applicator and a textile base member for sanitizing gym equipment, wiping windows, applying sunscreen, and the like. The fluid applicator may comprise a spray applicator, a permeable bladder, and the like. The textile base member may include but is not limited to a hand towel, a wristband, and any other known textile configurations. In one embodiment, the present invention may be used by gym patrons to sanitized gym equipment before and/or after use. The present invention may also be used to clean other surfaces including but not limited to household windows, vehicle windows, and the like. Additional embodiments of the present invention may also be used either to apply sunscreen on a user or as a fishing towel to clean hands and remove odor. 1. A fluid application device , comprising:a fluid reservoir;a fluid applicator attached to and in fluid communication with said fluid reservoir; anda plurality of clips disposed on said fluid reservoir, wherein said plurality of clips provides a releasable attachment between said fluid reservoir of said fluid application device and a textile base member.2. The fluid applicator device of claim 1 , wherein said fluid applicator comprises a spray nozzle in fluid communication with said fluid reservoir.3. The fluid application device of claim 2 , wherein said fluid reservoir is pressurized to facilitate use of said spray nozzle.4. The fluid application device of claim 2 , wherein said spray nozzle further comprises a manual pump spray head.5. The fluid applicator device of claim 1 , wherein said fluid applicator comprises a roll-on applicator having a rotatable ball member in fluid communication with said fluid reservoir. This non-provisional utility patent application is a continuation of, and claims benefit of priority to, U.S. non-provisional patent application Ser. No. 15/224,636 which was ...

Auto-adjusting vehicle pressure washer

A pressure washing system is disclosed for integration into a recreational vehicle or other large mobile vehicle. The wand of the system includes a rotating brush and one or more sensors to determine a distance from, pressure against, or orientation with respect to the vehicle. While a pump is supplying water to be output by the wand, the distance, pressure, orientation, or other sensor readings are continuously used to modify output characteristics of the wand, including the output water pressure and the speed of rotation of the brush. As a result, no more pressure is supplied by water or brush bristles than is necessary, avoiding overuse of water or damage to outer surfaces of the vehicle. Sensor readings may include one or more of a camera feed, sonar, lidar, pressure feedback, and accelerometer data. The system may also be responsive to a mobile app on a user's mobile computing device.

BEAUTY APPARATUS

A beauty apparatus according to the present disclosure includes a main body including a grip, and a brush part rotatably mounted to the main body. The brush part includes a first brush having a tuft of a plurality of bristles, and a second brush thicker than each of the plurality of bristles. A plurality of the second brushes disposed around a rotation center of the brush part is made greater in number than a plurality of the second brushes disposed along an outer circumference of the brush part. The beauty apparatus is capable of more uniform removal of dirt from skin. 1. A beauty apparatus comprising:a main body including a grip; anda brush part rotatably mounted to the main body,wherein the brush part comprises a first brush having a tuft of a plurality of bristles, and a second brush thicker than each of the plurality of bristles, andwherein a plurality of the second brushes disposed around a rotation center of the brush part is greater in number than a plurality of the second brushes disposed along an outer circumference of the brush part.2. The beauty apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe pluralities of the second brushes are disposed on respective concentric circles having a center of the concentric circles at the rotation center of the brush part, andwhen a comparison is made of numbers of the pluralities of the second brushes disposed on radially adjacent concentric circles among the concentric circles, the number of the plurality of the second brushes disposed on the concentric circle closer to the rotation center of the brush part is not less than the number of the plurality of the second brushes disposed on the outer concentric circle.3. The beauty apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each of the second brushes is higher in hardness than the first brush.4. The beauty apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each of the second brushes is made of silicon.5. The beauty apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a leading end of the first brush ...

EGG WASHING APPARATUS

A cleaning device for eggs and more specifically relates to an egg washing apparatus structured and arranged to be used by small-scale chicken farmers and people who prefer to purchase free range eggs from their local farmer's market or co-op. 1. An egg washing apparatus comprising: a first side wall;', 'wherein said second side wall is spaced from said first side wall;', 'a second side wall;'}, 'wherein said bracket member extends between and is attached to top portions of said first side wall and said second side wall; and', 'a bracket member;'}, 'wherein said at least one support member extends between and is attached to bottom portions of said first side wall and said second side wall;', 'at least one support member;'}], 'a casing member including [ 'wherein said main axle portion is adapted to be placed in between said first side wall and said second side wall; and', 'a main axle portion;'}, 'wherein said end axle portion is adapted to pass through and extend outward from said first side wall;', 'an end axle portion;'}, 'wherein said first axle member extends between and is rotatably attached to a center portion of said first side wall and said second side wall;, 'a first axle member including;'} [ 'wherein said main axle portion is adapted to be placed in between said first side wall and said second side wall; and', 'a main axle portion;'}, 'wherein said end axle portion is adapted to pass through and extend outward from said first side wall;', 'an end axle portion;'}, 'wherein said second axle member extends between and is rotatably attached to a center portion of said first side wall and said second side wall and is spaced from said first axle member;, 'a second axle member;'} a plurality of large brush members; and', 'a plurality of small brush members;', 'wherein said plurality of large and small brush members are alternately attached to said main axle portion of said first axle member in a side-by-side fashion;, 'a first set of brush members including;'} ...

DEVICE FOR CLEANING CYLINDRICAL ROLLERS, MACHINE COMPRISING SAID DEVICE, AND CLEANING METHOD

The cleaning device () for cleaning a cylindrical roller (), for example an anilox roller of a printing machine, includes a cleaning head () with a cleaning chamber (), in which there is housed a mechanical cleaning member (), and with which there are associated feeding members () for feeding a cleaning liquid into the cleaning chamber (). The mechanical member () and cleaning liquid dispensed by the feeding members work in combination inside said cleaning chamber () to clean the lateral surface of the roller () 1) A cleaning device for cleaning a cylindrical roller having a roller axis , the cleaning device comprising a cleaning head with a cleaning chamber , in which a mechanical cleaning member is housed , and with which feeding members are associated for feeding a cleaning liquid into the cleaning chamber; wherein the mechanical member and cleaning liquid dispensed by said feeding members work in combination inside said cleaning chamber; wherein the cleaning head is provided with a translation movement in a direction parallel to the axis of the cylindrical roller; wherein the cleaning head comprises lateral sealing gaskets of said cleaning chamber extending transversely to the roller axis; and wherein the lateral sealing gaskets are replaceable as a function of the diameter of the roller to be cleaned.2) Device according to claim 1 , wherein the cleaning head is provided with a movement toward and away from the roller claim 1 , having at least a component orthogonal to the axis of the roller.3) Device according to claim 1 , wherein the mechanical cleaning member is provided with a movement inside the cleaning chamber.4) Device according to claim 3 , wherein said movement of the mechanical cleaning member inside the cleaning chamber is a reciprocating movement.5) Device according to claim 3 , wherein said movement of the mechanical cleaning member inside the cleaning chamber is a reciprocating movement according to a direction parallel to the axis of the roller.6 ...

PERSONAL HYGIENE IMPLEMENT

A personal hygiene implement comprises an axle that extends along a first longitudinal axis; a movable functional element comprising a base comprising a first side and an opposing second side, a first pillar extending from the first side of the base, wherein the first pillar comprises a piston chamber that is fluidly connected to a discharging through-hole, and at least one cleaning element extending from the second side of the base; and a fixation element comprising a piston which extends orthogonally to the first longitudinal axis; wherein the movable functional element is capable of rotatably oscillating around the axle, and the piston chamber engages with the piston to form a pump.

Device for treating peri-implantitis

A device includes: a cylindrical first main body having a bottom surface, an inner side surface, and an outer side surface, the first main body having at least one electromagnetic wave irradiation port and at least one antiseptic discharge port, the at least one electromagnetic wave irradiation port being provided in the inner side surface of the first main body, the at least one antiseptic discharge port being provided in the bottom surface and/or the inner side surface of the first main body; an electromagnetic wave generation source; and an antiseptic supply source.

BEVEL EDGE REMOVAL METHODS, TOOLS, AND SYSTEMS

A tool and methods of removing films from bevel regions of wafers are disclosed. The bevel film removal tool includes an inner motor nested within an outer motor and a bevel brush secured to the outer motor. The bevel brush is adjustable radially outward to allow the wafer to be inserted in the bevel brush and to be secured to the inner motor. The bevel brush is adjustable radially inward to engage one or more sections of the bevel brush and to bring the bevel brush in contact with a bevel region of the wafer. Once engaged, a solution may be dispensed at the engaged sections of the bevel brush and the inner motor and the outer motor may be rotated such that the bevel brush is rotated against the wafer such that the bevel films of the wafer are both chemically and mechanically removed. 1. A method comprising:placing a workpiece into a chemical mechanical polishing tool;while within the chemical mechanical polishing tool, placing the workpiece within a groove of a brush with a first surface of the brush interfacing a bevel region of the workpiece;rotating at least one of the brush or the workpiece around a first axis of rotation and removing a material from the bevel region of the workpiece, the first axis of rotation extending through the workpiece.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the placing the workpiece within the groove comprises adjusting a first set of brush sections radially inward to interface the bevel region.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising dispensing a first solution at the first set of brush sections.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:adjusting the first set of brush sections radially outward to disengage the first set of brush sections; andadjusting a second set of brush sections radially inward to interface the bevel region.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising dispensing a second solution at the second set of brush sections.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the rotating the at least one of the brush or the workpiece ...

FLUID APPLICATION DEVICE

A fluid application device for applying a fluid to a surface and removing the same as necessary. The device may generally comprise a fluid applicator and a textile base member for sanitizing gym equipment, wiping windows, applying sunscreen, and the like. The fluid applicator may comprise a spray applicator, a permeable bladder, and the like. The textile base member may include but is not limited to a hand towel, a wristband, and any other known textile configurations. In one embodiment, the present invention may be used by gym patrons to sanitized gym equipment before and/or after use. The present invention may also be used to clean other surfaces including but not limited to household windows, vehicle windows, and the like. Additional embodiments of the present invention may also be used either to apply sunscreen on a user or as a fishing towel to clean hands and remove odor. 1. A fluid application device , comprising:a fluid reservoir;a fluid applicator attached to and in fluid communication with said fluid reservoir; anda plurality of clips disposed on said fluid reservoir, wherein said plurality of clips provides a releasable attachment between said fluid reservoir of said fluid application device and a textile base member.2. The fluid applicator device of claim 1 , wherein said fluid applicator comprises a spray nozzle in fluid communication with said fluid reservoir.3. The fluid application device of claim 2 , wherein said fluid reservoir is pressurized to facilitate use of said spray nozzle.4. The fluid application device of claim 2 , wherein said spray nozzle further comprises a manual pump spray head.5. The fluid applicator device of claim 1 , wherein said fluid applicator comprises a roll-on applicator having a rotatable ball member in fluid communication with said fluid reservoir. This non-provisional utility patent application is a continuation of, and claims benefit of priority to, U.S. non-provisional patent application Ser. No. 15/224,636 which was ...

LIQUID-PERMEABLE BRUSH ROLL FOR USE WITH CLEANERS INCLUDING ROBOTIC CLEANERS

A liquid-permeable brush roll may include a main body having a radial surface, a cavity having an open end, a stopper removably coupled to the main body at the open end of the cavity, and one or more weep holes defined in the radial surface of the main body and fluidly coupled to the cavity. The cavity extends within the main body and is configured to store a cleaning fluid therein. 1. A liquid-permeable brush roll comprising:a main body having a radial surface;a cavity having an open end, the cavity extending within the main body and being configured to store a cleaning fluid therein;a stopper removably coupled to the main body at the open end of the cavity; andone or more weep holes defined in the radial surface of the main body and fluidly coupled to the cavity.2. The liquid-permeable brush roll of further comprising an outer sheath configured to slidably engage the radial surface of the main body.3. The liquid-permeable brush roll of claim 2 , wherein the outer sheath is removably coupled to the main body.4. The liquid-permeable brush roll of claim 2 , wherein the outer sheath includes an absorbent material.5. The liquid-permeable brush roll of claim 1 , wherein the stopper includes an attachment mechanism configured to engage with a drive mechanism that is configured to cause the liquid-permeable brush roll to rotate.6. A cleaner comprising:a chassis; and a main body having a radial surface;', 'a cavity having an open end, the cavity extending within the main body and being configured to store a cleaning fluid therein;', 'a stopper removably coupled to the main body at the open end of the cavity; and', 'one or more weep holes defined in the radial surface of the main body and fluidly coupled to the cavity., 'a liquid-permeable brush roll rotatable relative to the chassis, the liquid-permeable brush roll including7. The cleaner of claim 6 , wherein the liquid-permeable brush roll is removably coupled to the chassis.8. The cleaner of further comprising a dry ...

Powered Scrubbing Wand Assembly

A powered scrubbing wand assembly for scrubbing a surface includes a handle that can be gripped during cleaning activities. A cleaning head is coupled to the handle and a drive unit is integrated into the handle. The drive unit rotates in a first direction when the drive unit is turned on. A spray unit is integrated into the handle for spraying a fluid soap when the spray unit is turned on. A plurality of scrubbers is each removably attachable to the cleaning head. The drive unit rotates the scrubber on the cleaning head when the drive unit is turned on thereby facilitating the scrubber to scrub a surface. 1. A powered scrubbing wand assembly being configured to rotate a scrubbing element for cleaning a surface , said assembly comprising:a handle being gripped during cleaning activities, handle comprising a first section that slidably engages a second section such that said handle has a telescopically adjustable length, said second section being fluidly discrete from said first section wherein said second section is configured to contain a fluid soap;a cleaning head being coupled to said handle;a drive unit being integrated into said handle, said drive unit rotating in a first direction when said drive unit is turned on, said drive unit having an output being positioned on said cleaning head;a spray unit being integrated into said handle, said spray unit being in fluid communication with said handle wherein said spray unit is configured to receive the fluid soap, said spray unit including a nozzle extending away from said cleaning head, said nozzle spraying the fluid soap when said spray unit is turned on;a plurality of scrubbers, each of said scrubbers being removably attachable to said cleaning head, said drive unit rotating said scrubber on said cleaning head when said drive unit is turned on thereby facilitating said scrubber to scrub a surface, each of said scrubbers being comprising of a unique material with respect to each other such that each of said ...

End effector with embedded power source

End effectors and systems including end effectors including embedded batteries and auxiliary components powered by the batteries are described. In an example, the end effector includes a base portion coupleable to a motor carried by an appliance that is separate from the end effector; and a battery disposed in the base portion configured to power an auxiliary component of the end effector.

Connecting element, a base unit and a cleaning head for use in an oral care appliance

A connecting element, a base unit and a cleaning head for use in an oral care appliance are disclosed. The connecting element is configured to engage operatively with the cleaning head and the base unit to form a first connection and a second connection respectively.

FOOTWEAR CLEANING DEVICE

Various apparatus for cleaning footwear are described. One footwear cleaning apparatus includes a box having an open top surface for receiving a piece of footwear; and a plurality of brushes arrayed within the box and positioned substantially parallel to a bottom surface of the box, wherein the plurality of brushes includes at least one first brush configured to contact a first side surface of the piece of footwear, at least one second brush configured to contact a different, second side surface of the piece of footwear, and at least one third brush configured to contact a bottom surface of the piece of footwear, and wherein the at least one first brush and the at least one second brush are configured to, when actuated, rotate towards a center of the box about an axis that is substantially parallel to the bottom surface of the box. 1a box having an open top surface for receiving a piece of footwear; anda plurality of brushes arrayed within the box and positioned substantially parallel to a bottom surface of the box, wherein each of the plurality of brushes is configured to contact the surface of the piece of footwear, wherein the plurality of brushes includes at least one first brush configured to contact a first side surface of the piece of footwear, at least one second brush configured to contact a different, second side surface of the piece of footwear, and at least one third brush configured to contact a bottom surface of the piece of footwear, and wherein the at least one first brush and the at least one second brush are configured to, when actuated, rotate towards a center of the box about an axis that is substantially parallel to the bottom surface of the box.. An apparatus for removing debris from footwear, the apparatus comprising: This application is a continuation of pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/575,631, filed Dec. 18, 2014, entitled “Footwear Cleaning Device”, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.This ...

HAIR COLOR CARTRIDGE AND COMPOSITIONS FOR USE IN THE HAIR COLOR CARTRIDGE

The instant disclosure relates to hair coloring base compositions and developer compositions that can be incorporated into a hair color cartridge, which combines the compositions and dispenses them onto hair. The hair color cartridge includes: (a) one or more hair coloring base compositions and; (b) one or more developer compositions, which can be combined to form an active hair coloring composition and dispensed onto hair. The hair coloring base compositions typically include one or more oxidative dye precursors; one or more alkalizing agents; one or more reducing agents; optionally, one or more cationic conditioning polymers; one or more surfactants; one or more water-soluble solvents; and water. The developer compositions typically include one or more oxidizing agents; one or more surfactants; and water. The unique components and fluid characteristics of the various compositions are such that devices or appliances comprising them accurately combine and dispense the hair coloring base composition(s) with the developer composition(s) in a predetermined ratio with excellent consistency for application to hair. 1. A hair color cartridge comprising: one or more oxidative dye precursors;', 'one or more alkalizing agents;', 'one or more reducing agents;', 'optionally, one or more cationic conditioning polymers;', 'one or more surfactants;', 'one or more water-soluble solvents; and', 'water; and, '(a) one or more hair coloring base compositions comprising one or more oxidizing agents;', 'one or more surfactants;', 'water;', 'wherein each hair coloring base composition and each developer composition are separately contained until use., '(b) one or more developer compositions comprising2. The hair color cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the one or more hair coloring base compositions comprise one or more oxidative dye precursors selected from the group consisting of ortho- and/or para-aminophenols claim 1 , ortho- and/or para-phenylenediamines claim 1 , double bases claim 1 , ...

Apparatuses and Methods for Dispensing a Brushable Substance Onto a Surface

An apparatus () for dispensing a brushable substance () comprises a bracket () and a sleeve (), comprising an inner tubular sleeve wall () and an outer tubular sleeve wall (). The sleeve () is coupled to the bracket () and is rotatable relative to the bracket () about a first axis (). The apparatus () also comprises a cartridge (), comprising an inner tubular cartridge wall () and an outer tubular cartridge wall (). The cartridge () is configured to be positioned between the inner tubular sleeve wall () and the outer tubular sleeve wall (). Apparatus () additionally comprises a valve (), configured to be communicatively coupled with the cartridge (), a brush-arm assembly (), coupled to the sleeve (), a linear actuator () to control flow of the brushable substance () from the valve (), an annular plunger (), positioned between the inner tubular cartridge wall () and the outer tubular cartridge wall () and movable along the first axis (), and a push-lock pressure cap (), configured to be hermetically coupled with the cartridge (). 1100102154100. An apparatus () for dispensing a brushable substance () onto a surface () , the apparatus () comprising:{'b': 104', '116, 'a bracket (), configured to be removably coupled with a robot ();'}{'b': 110', '114', '112', '114', '110', '104', '104', '118, 'a sleeve (), comprising an inner tubular sleeve wall () and an outer tubular sleeve wall (), circumscribing the inner tubular sleeve wall (), wherein the sleeve () is coupled to the bracket () and is rotatable relative to the bracket () about a first axis ();'}{'b': 124', '126', '128', '126', '124', '114', '112, 'a cartridge (), comprising an inner tubular cartridge wall () and an outer tubular cartridge wall (), circumscribing the inner tubular cartridge wall (), wherein the cartridge () is configured to be positioned between the inner tubular sleeve wall () and the outer tubular sleeve wall ();'}{'b': 140', '124, 'a valve (), configured to be communicatively coupled with the ...

MULTI-HEADED PERSONAL CARE ASSEMBLY

A multi-headed personal care assembly includes an appliance having at least first and second drive assemblies configured to selectively oscillate at least first and second personal care portions. An interface assembly is configured to removably attach two or more personal care portions to two or more drive assemblies of an appliance, wherein the two or more drive assemblies are configured to selectively oscillate the two or more personal care portions. A method of treating an application surface includes removably attaching a first personal care portion to an appliance, removably attaching a second personal care portion to the appliance, and selectively oscillating the first and second personal care portions in response to one or more inputs. 1. A multi-headed personal care assembly , comprising an appliance having at least first and second drive assemblies configured to selectively oscillate at least first and second personal care portions.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least first and second personal care portions are removably attachable to the appliance for selectively interfacing with the at least first and second drive assemblies.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first drive assembly is configured to selectively oscillate the first personal care portion out of phase with the oscillation of the second personal care portion.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the first and second drive assemblies are configured to selectively oscillate the first and second personal care portions at around 75 Hz.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first drive assembly is configured to selectively oscillate the first personal care portion in phase with the oscillation of the second personal care portion.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first personal care portion is of a first configuration and the second personal care portion is of a second configuration.7. The assembly of claim 6 , wherein the first and second configurations are selected from a ...

AUTOMATIC DOG WASHING MACHINE

An automatic washing apparatus for dogs and alike animals comprises a washing tub, a brushing plate and a horizontally moving carrier board on each side of the tub. Each brushing plate is attached to a vertically moving crank slider through horizontal extension arms. Each crank slider is motorized by a motor and situated on a carrier board. In other embodiments the brush plates are driven by other mechanical mechanisms such as Scotch Yoke, Whitworth quick return, cam slider, reciprocating gear rack or rotation to rotation mechanisms using gears or pulleys and belts. The carrier boards are mobilized through pulley and belt, and wheels on rails. The movement is guided by a guiding rail. The tub includes a door and a drain on the floor and a waste water compartment beneath the floor. The brushing plates and carrier boards are enclosed under two side covers. The apparatus further provides a water spraying system including spraying tubings, a water tank and a water pump. 1. A washing apparatus for animals , such as dogs and the like , comprising:a washing tub with a drain;two brushing means positioned along inner long sides of said tub;two mechanical devices positioned along outer sides of said tub, each having a moving part connected to said brushing means providing brushing motions to said brushing means;two moving means positioned along outer sides of said tub, each providing a longitudinal and reciprocating motion to a carrier which carries one said mechanical device;2. A washing apparatus as defined in claim 1 , wherein said mechanical device is a crank slider claim 1 , said crank having a rotary motion and said slider having a reciprocating motion claim 1 , said crank and said slider being pivotally interconnected claim 1 , wherein said brushing means is affixed to said slider;3. A washing apparatus as defined in claim 2 , wherein said crank slider consists of a crank arm claim 2 , a connecting rod and a slider; wherein said crank arm is a rod with one end ...

Body care system for cooling a body part

The present invention relates to a body care system (100a-j) including a cooling device (10a-j) for a body care system (100a-j) comprising a brush unit (12) including a plurality of airflow generating structures, a connecting unit (16) for connecting the brush unit (12) to a driving unit (14), the driving unit (14) being configured to drive the brush unit (12) to rotate about a rotational axis (18) to generate an airflow by the rotation of the airflow generating structures, wherein the rotational axis (18) is substantially parallel to the surface of the body part, and a supplying unit arranged inside the brush unit (12) for supplying a cooling medium to the plurality of airflow generating structures of the brush unit (12) to evaporate the cooling medium by the generated airflow.

Handheld Tool for Applying a Fluid onto a Surface

A method and apparatus for applying a fluid onto a number of surfaces. The apparatus comprises a structure, an applicator associated with the structure, a first control device associated with the structure, and a second control device associated with the structure. Applying a first force to the first control device causes the applicator to move relative to a center axis of the applicator. Applying a second force to the second control device causes the fluid to be delivered from a fluid dispensing system to the applicator.

Wirelessly controlled oral irrigator

An oral irrigator including a base and a handle. The base includes a fluid reservoir, a pump in fluid communication with the fluid reservoir, and a base wireless communication component in electrical communication with the pump. The handle is in fluid communication with the pump. The handle includes a handle wireless communication component and one or more control buttons in communication with the handle wireless communication component. The handle wireless communication component transmits control signals from the one or more control buttons to the base wireless communication component to adjust an operating parameter of the pump.

CLEANING APPARATUS

A cleaner assembly includes a main body having a first end with a handle portion and a second end with a removable cleaner head; a motor contained with in said main body; an actuator operatively associated with said motor; a rotational shaft operatively associated with said motor and with a rotational cleaner head support; and a cleaner head removably attached to said rotational shaft. 1. A cleaner assembly comprising;a main body having a first end with a handle portion and a second end with a removable cleaner head;a motor contained with in said Main body;an actuator operatively associated with said motor;a rotational shaft operatively associated with said motor and with a rotational cleaner head support; anda cleaner head removably attached to said rotational shaft.2. The cleaner assembly of wherein said shaft includes a middle bearing and middle bearing spacer positioned between said motor and said cleaner head support along the length of said shaft.3. The cleaner assembly of wherein said shaft is a shaft assembly that includes two or more shafts acting in concert.4. The cleaner assembly of including a solution delivery assembly including a water inlet and a solution reservoir configured to deliver liquid through a dispenser shaft and exit through a dispenser shaft outlet.5. The cleaner assembly of including a solution delivery assembly including a water inlet having a water inlet control valve.6. The cleaner assembly of including a solution reservoir assembly having a solution reservoir control valve.7. The cleaner assembly of including each of a solution delivery assembly including a water inlet having a water inlet control valve and a solution reservoir assembly having a solution reservoir control valve. This application is a non-provisional of and claims benefit to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/814,527 filed Apr. 22, 2013 the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.1. Field of the InventionThe present ...

DENTAL TREATMENT APPLIANCE

A dental treatment appliance includes a handle, a nozzle for engaging the teeth of the user and for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, and a datum component also for engaging the teeth of the user. Each of the nozzle and the datum component is moveable relative to the handle. A control circuit detects relative movement between the nozzle and the datum component as the appliance is moved along the teeth of a user, and actuates the delivery of working fluid to the teeth of the user depending on the detected relative movement. 1. A dental treatment appliance comprising:a handle;a datum component for engaging the teeth of a user, the datum component being moveable relative to the handle; anda dental treatment system comprising a contact member for engaging the teeth of the user, the contact member also being moveable relative to the handle, and a control circuit for actuating the treatment of the teeth of a user depending on relative movement between the contact member and the datum component as the appliance is moved along the teeth of a user.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the dental treatment system comprises a fluid delivery system for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user.3. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the contact member comprises a nozzle of the fluid delivery system.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit is configured to detect relative movement between the contact member and the datum component as the appliance is moved along the teeth of a user claim 1 , and to actuate the treatment of the teeth of the user depending on the detected relative movement.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit comprises at least one sensor.6. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit comprises a sensor for providing an output which varies with relative movement between the contact member and the datum component claim 1 , and a controller for actuating the treatment of the ...

APPARATUS WITH ELLIPTICAL MOVEMENT FOR MICRODERMABRASION AND TOPICAL DELIVERY OF TREATMENTS

A device for providing elliptical path motion to skin or other surface. The device includes a motor, shaft, and a cam having at least one offset axis cam lobe for creating offset motion. A mounting bracket assembly that has a pair of arms associated with the motor can be moved by the cam in an elliptical path having X-axis, Y-axis and, in exemplary embodiments, Z-axis movement. The mounting bracket assembly may have two brackets, each being associated with an oscillating plate. Each oscillating plate may have a plurality of protrusions or tufts of bristles protruding therefrom. Elliptical movement of the oscillating plates creates offset elliptical motion of the protrusions associated with each oscillating plate. A fluid delivery system may be incorporated to provide fluid through the device. The device may be used for cleaning, stimulation or treatment of skin. 1. An apparatus for providing elliptical motion , comprising:a) a motor;b) a drive shaft having an axis of rotation and extending from the motor, the shaft having a distal end;c) an elliptical motion creating mechanism associated with the shaft, the mechanism including at least one axially offset member having an axis of rotation in an axis offset from the axis of the shaft; and, i) a base plate operatively associated with the offset member, the base plate having a first side defining an X-axis movement direction and a second side generally perpendicular to the first side, the second side defining a Y-axis movement direction,', 'ii) a first side arm extending from the base plate and associated with the motor, the first side arm having a distal end terminating in a connection portion, the first side arm defining a Z-axis movement direction,', 'iii) a second side arm extending from the base plate and associated with the motor, the second side arm having a distal end terminating in a connection portion,, 'd) a mounting bracket comprising'}whereby rotation of the shaft causes the offset member to rotate and ...

PAD ELEMENT FOR A ROTARY BRUSH VEHICLE WASH COMPONENT

A component for a vehicle wash system includes a rotatable stem portion and a backing member in communication with the rotatable stem portion. The backing member is configured to rotate with the stem portion about an axis of rotation defined by the centerline of the stem portion. A plurality of media elements are secured to the backing member with the plurality of media elements being constructed of a generally self-supporting, non-marring material and wherein the plurality of media elements are oriented generally perpendicular to the backing member. The plurality of media elements configured to rotate in a working plane defined by the backing member and the working plane is oriented generally perpendicularly to the axis of rotation. Additionally, the plurality of media elements are configured during a wash process to contact at least an exterior painted surface of a vehicle to effectuate cleaning thereof. 1. A method of cleaning a vehicle exterior as part of an automated vehicle wash process , comprising:disposing a first rotary brush assembly adjacent a vehicle treatment area;providing a plurality of generally self-supporting flexible media elements on a backing member of the first rotary brush assembly that extend generally perpendicularly from the backing member;rotating the first rotary brush assembly about an axis of rotation that is generally parallel to the direction in which the plurality of media elements extend;bringing the plurality of media elements into contact with a painted surface of a vehicle as the first rotary brush assembly is rotating; andcontinuing to rotate the first rotary brush assembly as relative lateral movement occurs between the painted surface and the rotary brush;maintaining contact between the wash media elements and the painted surface along a substantial length thereof during relative lateral movement between the painted surface and the rotary brush.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the wash process is part of a tunnel wash ...

Dental treatment appliance

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, a fluid reservoir for storing a working fluid, and a fluid delivery system for receiving working fluid from the reservoir, and for delivering working fluid to the oral cavity of a user. The fluid reservoir includes a fluid port from which fluid is dispensed from the fluid reservoir, and through which the fluid reservoir is replenished. The fluid reservoir is moveable along the handle between a first position in which the fluid port is connected to the fluid delivery system, and a second position in which the fluid port is exposed to allow the fluid reservoir to be replenished.

SCRUBA-DUB-DUB

A main body including a top portion and a bottom portion; a battery housed in an electronical housing located on the top portion of the main body; a plurality of detachable brushes attached to the bottom portion, the plurality of detachable brushes including a circular ring of soft bristles and a circular ring of firm bristles; the plurality of detachable brushes are rotatable at different speeds and orientations via power from the battery; a glove attached to the top portion of the main body; a first reservoir for housing gel soap; a second reservoir for housing face soap, wherein the second reservoir is smaller than the first reservoir; a first inlet and a second inlet connected to the first and second reservoir respectively; and an outlet dispenser from the first and second reservoir at a center location of the bottom portion to dispense the gel soap and the face soap when a first and second button is actuated respectively. 1. A back scrubber apparatus comprising:a main body including a top portion and a bottom portion;a battery housed in an electronical housing located on the top portion of the main body;a plurality of detachable brushes attached to the bottom portion, the plurality of detachable brushes including a circular ring of soft bristles and a circular ring of firm bristles; the plurality of detachable brushes are rotatable at different speeds and orientations via power from the battery;a glove attached to the top portion of the main body;a first reservoir for housing gel soap;a second reservoir for housing face soap, wherein the second reservoir is smaller than the first reservoir;a first inlet and a second inlet connected to the first and second reservoir respectively; andan outlet dispenser from the first and second reservoir at a center location of the bottom portion to dispense the gel soap and the face soap when a first and second button is actuated respectively.2. The back scrubber apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an extendable handle ...

Apparatuses and Methods for Cleaning a Surface

An apparatus (), for cleaning a surface (), comprises a bracket () and a drum (), coupled to the bracket () and rotatable relative to the bracket () about a first axis (). The apparatus () further comprises a brush motor (), mounted to the drum (), and a brush (), rotatable by the brush motor () relative to the drum () about a second axis (), parallel to the first axis (). 1100102100104108104104110114108112114108116110. An apparatus () for cleaning a surface () , the apparatus () comprising: a bracket (); a drum () , coupled to the bracket () and rotatable relative to the bracket () about a first axis (); a brush motor () , mounted to the drum (); and a brush () , rotatable by the brush motor () relative to the drum () about a second axis () , parallel to the first axis ().2100114136152136146110112152114. The apparatus () according to claim 1 , wherein: the brush motor () comprises: a motor housing () and an output shaft () claim 1 , rotatable relative to the motor housing () about a third axis () claim 1 , parallel to the first axis () claim 1 , and the brush () is peratively coupled with the output shaft () of the brush motor ().3100138108144138108150110116. The apparatus () according to claim 2 , further comprising: a second brush motor () claim 2 , mounted to the drum () claim 2 , and a second brush () claim 2 , rotatable by the second brush motor () relative to the drum () about a fourth axis () claim 2 , parallel to the first axis () and the second axis ().4100138140142140148110146144142138. The apparatus () according to claim 3 , wherein: the second brush motor () comprises: a second motor housing () and a second output shaft () claim 3 , rotatable relative to the second motor housing () about a fifth axis () claim 3 , parallel to the first axis () and the third axis () claim 3 , and the second brush () is operatively coupled with the second output shaft () of the second brush motor ().5100112152116146. The apparatus () according to claim 4 , wherein: the ...

Apparatuses and Methods for Cleaning a Surface

An apparatus (), for cleaning a surface (), comprises a handle () and a bracket (), connected to the handle (). The apparatus () further comprises a drum (), rotatably coupled to the bracket (), and an anti-rotation fixture (), configured to prevent rotation of the drum () about a first axis () relative to the bracket (). The apparatus () also comprises a brush motor (), mounted to the drum (), and a brush (), rotatable by the brush motor () relative to the drum () about a second axis (), which is parallel to the first axis (). 1100102100. An apparatus () for cleaning a surface () , the apparatus () comprising:{'b': '126', 'a handle ();'}{'b': 104', '126, 'a bracket (), connected to the handle ();'}{'b': 108', '104, 'a drum (), rotatably coupled to the bracket ();'}{'b': 124', '108', '110', '104, 'an anti-rotation fixture (), configured to prevent rotation of the drum () about a first axis () relative to the bracket ();'}{'b': 114', '108, 'a brush motor (), mounted to the drum (); and'}{'b': 112', '114', '108', '116', '110, 'a brush (), rotatable by the brush motor () relative to the drum () about a second axis (), which is parallel to the first axis ().'}2100. The apparatus () according to claim 1 , further comprising:{'b': 138', '108, 'a second brush motor (), mounted to the drum (), and'}{'b': 144', '138', '108', '150', '110', '116, 'a second brush (), rotatable by the second brush motor () relative to the drum () about a fourth axis (), parallel to the first axis () and to the second axis ().'}3100. The apparatus () according to claim 2 , wherein:{'b': '126', 'claim-text': [{'b': '118', 'a handle grip () and'}, {'b': 134', '118', '128, 'a handle support (), connected to the handle grip () and having a handle opening (), and'}], 'the handle () comprises{'b': 124', '128, 'the anti-rotation fixture () is located at least partially within the handle opening ().'}4100118. The apparatus () according to claim 3 , wherein the handle grip () comprises:{'b': 274', '110, ' ...

Simultaneous Flossing and Brushing Device

A device adapted for brushing and flossing each of a user's teeth simultaneously is disclosed. Many methods and modes for the device's use are also set forth. In some embodiments, the device is custom-fitted to each user, based on molds, impressions or other 3-dimensional imaging techniques, allowing for a more effective, rapid brushing experience. Customized flossing lines, comprising a wide variety of materials and cleansing products, are set forth in exemplary detail. A specialized handle is set forth, configured for maintaining easy access to controls while leaving the device in place in a user's mouth while cleaning, hands-free. 1. A dental hygiene device comprising:a set of at least one channel(s) configured accept each of a mammalian user's teeth;wherein said set of at least one channel(s) comprises flossing lines configured to penetrate and pass material between teeth of said mammalian user;a control system, comprising a power source, computer hardware and motors;at least one brush(es) at least partially lining said channel(s), configured to be driven by said motors; andwherein said control system is configured to activate said motors based on a user-issued command.2. The dental hygiene device of claim 1 , wherein the user-issued command comprises a user biting into said at least one channel(s) claim 1 , which is sensed by the control system.3. The dental hygiene device of claim 1 , wherein the user-issued command comprises a user touching a button on the outer surface of said device.4. The dental hygiene device of claim 1 , wherein the user-issued command comprises both:a user biting into said at least one channel(s), which is sensed by the control system; anda user touching a button on the outer surface of said device. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/860,692, filed Sep. 21, 2015, which itself is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/570,241, filed Aug. 8, 2012. The entire contents of each ...

Combined sonic and iontophoretic skin care device

The present disclosure seeks to address the primary problem of long application durations to deliver an effective dose of an active ingredient. The devices combine mechanical motion with electrically induced flux (e.g., iontophoresis). The combination of techniques in a single device can reduce the treatment time required to deliver the active ingredient in an effective dose, or deliver a larger dose over the same duration of application.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR A MODULAR DENTAL DEVICE

Exemplary devices and methods are disclosed that facilitate a modular dental device including cartridges. The modular dental device includes an energy storage module, dispensing unit, motor, controller, button, and tube, configured to dispense a compound at a dispensing port. The modular dental device includes a chamber that may receive cartridges containing different compounds, and may serve different functions including cleaning and whitening. The modular dental device may be reconfigured to perform different functions by combining different dental device sections, or by changing the order that different dental device sections are connected in. 1. A modular dental device , the device comprising:an elongated housing having a length that is approximately that of an electric toothbrush, the elongated housing having a handle end and a head end, the elongated housing forming an open or closed chamber to receive a modular cartridge comprising a dispensable cleaning or whitening compound to be dispensed through and from the dental device, the elongated housing having a compartment to receive an energy storage module;an attachable and releasable seal to connect to a port of the modular cartridge; anda dispensing unit comprising a motor, controller, actuate-able button, and tube all located in the elongated housing, the tube seal-ably connecting a pressure-inducing portion of the motor to the attachable seal to draw, when the motor is actuated by the controller, the dispensable cleaning or whitening compound from the modular cartridge to dispense at a dispensing port located at the head end.2. The modular dental device of claim 1 , wherein the head end includes bristles that defines a brush region claim 1 , the dispensing port being located proximal to the brush region.3. The modular dental device of claim 1 , wherein the head end includes a connector to attachably and releasably connect to a head portion claim 1 , wherein the head portion comprises bristles that define a ...

Pad element for a rotary brush vehicle wash component

A component for a vehicle wash system includes a rotatable stem portion and a backing member in communication with the rotatable stem portion. The backing member is configured to rotate with the stem portion about an axis of rotation defined by the centerline of the stem portion. A plurality of media elements are secured to the backing member with the plurality of media elements being constructed of a generally self-supporting, non-marring material and wherein the plurality of media elements are oriented generally perpendicular to the backing member. The plurality of media elements configured to rotate in a working plane defined by the backing member and the working plane is oriented generally perpendicularly to the axis of rotation. Additionally, the plurality of media elements are configured during a wash process to contact at least an exterior painted surface of a vehicle to effectuate cleaning thereof.

CONNECTING ELEMENT, A BASE UNIT AND A CLEANING HEAD FOR USE IN AN ORAL CARE APPLIANCE

A connecting element, a base unit and a cleaning head for use in an oral care appliance are disclosed. The connecting element is configured to engage operatively with the cleaning head and the base unit to form a first connection and a second connection respectively. 1. A connecting element for use in an oral care appliance comprising:a first connection interface configured to engage operatively with a cleaning head to form a first connection in a first direction; anda second connection interface configured to engage operatively with a base unit to form a second connection in a second direction, wherein the second direction is substantially opposite the first direction,wherein at least one of the first connection interface and the second connection interface is further configured to make the first connection stronger than the second connection.2. The connecting element according to claim 1 , wherein the first connection includes one of: a mechanical coupling arrangement and an electronic coupling arrangement.3. The connecting element according to claim 2 , wherein:the first connection includes a mechanical coupling arrangement; andthe mechanical coupling arrangement comprises a plurality of protruding members.4. The connecting element according to claim 3 , wherein each of said plurality of protruding members comprises at least one of a pipe claim 3 , a lug claim 3 , and a tube.5. The connecting element according to claim 3 , wherein the mechanical coupling arrangement is defined according to at least one of shape claim 3 , length claim 3 , diameter claim 3 , and position of the plurality of protruding members.6. The connecting element according to claim 1 , wherein the first connection interface and the second connection interface are shaped so that there is a difference between functional clearance of the first connection and the second connection claim 1 , thereby making the first connection stronger than the second connection.7. The connecting element according ...

METHODS FOR APPLYING GLUTINOUS SUBSTANCES

An apparatus () for delivering a glutinous substance () from a cartridge () to an applicator () is disclosed. The apparatus () comprises a sleeve () and a pressure-cap assembly () coupled to the sleeve (). The pressure-cap assembly () comprises a pressure cap () proximate an inlet () of the sleeve (). The pressure cap () is movable between, inclusively, a closed position, in which the pressure cap () is in sealed engagement with a trailing end () of the cartridge (), and an open position, in which the pressure cap () provides clearance sufficient for insertion of the cartridge () inside the sleeve () through the inlet () of the sleeve (). The pressure cap () comprises a pressure input (), through which pressure is selectively applied to the glutinous substance () in the cartridge (). The apparatus () also comprises an applicator interface () proximate the outlet () of the sleeve (). 138-. (canceled)39200168166154200. A method () of delivering a glutinous substance () from a cartridge () to an applicator () , the method () comprising:{'b': 166', '106', '124', '106', '110', '124', '106', '166', '167', '169, 'receiving the cartridge () inside a sleeve () through an inlet () of the sleeve () while a pressure cap (), located proximate the inlet () of the sleeve (), is in an open position, wherein the cartridge () has a leading end () and a trailing end ();'}{'b': 110', '124', '106', '110', '169', '166', '154', '167', '166, 'moving the pressure cap (), located proximate the inlet () of the sleeve (), into a closed position to sealingly couple the pressure cap () with the trailing end () of the cartridge () and to sealingly couple the applicator () with the leading end () of the cartridge ();'}{'b': 168', '166', '118', '110', '168', '166', '154, 'applying pressure to the glutinous substance () in the cartridge () through a pressure input () of the pressure cap () to urge the glutinous substance () from the cartridge () into the applicator (); and'}{'b': 110', '166', '106', ...

ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

An oral care implement having an applicator and a cover member. In one aspect, the invention is an oral care implement comprising: a handle body extending along a longitudinal axis from a distal end to a proximal end; an applicator at the proximal end of the handle body, the applicator fluidly coupled to a reservoir containing an oral care material; a cover member having a cap portion, the cap portion comprising a resilient valve that is self-biased into a closed state so as to enclose the applicator; and wherein relative positioning between the applicator and the cover member can be altered between: (1) a storage state in which the cap portion of the cover member encloses the applicator and the resilient valve is in the closed state; and (2) an application state in which the applicator extends through the resilient valve and the resilient valve is in an open state. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle body extending along a longitudinal axis from a proximal end to a distal end, a reservoir located within the handle body, the reservoir containing an oral care material;an applicator protruding from the proximal end of the handle body, the applicator fluidly coupled to the reservoir to dispense the oral care material;a cover member comprising a cap portion, the cap portion comprising a resilient valve that is self-biased into a closed state; andthe cover member movably coupled to the handle body so as to be alterable between: (1) an extended position in which the cap portion of the cover member encloses the applicator and the resilient valve is in the closed state; and (2) a retracted position in which the applicator extends through the resilient valve and the resilient valve is in an open state.2. The oral care implement according to further comprising a plurality of slits formed into the cap portion of the cover member and extending radially from a central point claim 1 , the plurality of slits creating a plurality of flaps in the cap portion of the cover ...

SKIN CLEANSING AND MASSAGING SYSTEM

A handheld, therapeutic cleansing system includes a skin or body brush with a rotating bristle head and an associated water spray. The body brush includes a housing, a brush assembly connected to the housing, and a drive assembly for rotating the brush assembly. The brush assembly includes a plurality of bristles and is rotated by the drive assembly. The drive assembly may include a motor having a drive shaft, a worm gear coupled to the drive shaft of the motor and rotatable therewith, and at least one gear engaged with the worm gear and rotatable therewith. During operation, the at least one gear couples to the brush assembly and rotates the brush assembly as the worm gear rotates. Water spray is provided through a connection with a water supply and spray nozzles adjacent to the bristles. 1. A hand-held , rotating , therapeutic brush comprisinga housing;a brush assembly having a plurality of bristles and releasably coupled to the housing; and a motor having a drive shaft;', 'a worm gear coupled to the drive shaft and rotatable therewith; and', 'at least one gear engaged with the worm gear; wherein, 'a drive assembly for rotating the brush assembly, the drive assembly comprising'}the at least one gear is operably coupled to the brush assembly and configured to rotate the brush assembly as the worm gear rotates.2. The brush of claim 1 , wherein the at least one gear comprises an output gear coupled to the brush assembly.3. The brush of claim 2 , wherein the at least one gear further comprisesa worm wheel gear configured to engage with the worm gear; anda shaft gear coupled to the worm wheel gear and engaged with the output gear.4. The brush of claim 3 , wherein the worm wheel gear and the shaft gear form a cluster gear.5. The brush of claim 4 , wherein the worm wheel gear includes helically shaped teeth and the shaft gear includes straight cut teeth.6. The brush of further comprisingan intermediate shaft operably coupled to the housing, wherein the shaft gear is ...

WIRE CLEANING APPARATUS AND METHOD

A wire cleaning apparatus and method is provided, in which a wire cleaning apparatus includes a passive brush mechanism comprising a helical brush, the helical structure having a helical axis substantially coincident with path of a wire passing through the wire cleaning apparatus. The helical brush includes a plurality of first bristles generally oriented inwardly from the helical structure toward the wire, and the helical brush may be compressed or extended to adjust the inner diameter of the helical brush. The wire cleaning apparatus further comprises an active brush mechanism disposed around the wire and configured to rotate around the wire. The active brush mechanism comprises at least one cylindrical brush having a plurality of second bristles disposed on a cylindrical surface such that one or more of the plurality of second bristles impinge upon the wire. The at least one cylindrical brush having a cylindrical axis about which the at least one cylindrical brush is configured to rotate relative to the active brush mechanism. 1. A wire cleaning apparatus comprising: a helical brush having a plurality of first bristles affixed to a helical structure, the helical structure having a helical axis substantially coincident with the wire path, the plurality of first bristles generally oriented inwardly from the helical structure toward the wire path;', 'a first member slidably affixed to the passive brush mechanism and coupled to a first end of the helical brush;, 'a passive brush mechanism surrounding and defining a wire path, comprisingan active brush mechanism disposed around the wire path and configured to rotate about the wire path, the active brush mechanism comprising at least one cylindrical brush having a plurality of second bristles disposed on a cylindrical surface such that one or more of the plurality of second bristles impinge upon the wire path, the at least one cylindrical brush having a cylindrical axis about which the at least one cylindrical brush is ...

COMPACT SCRUBBER

A charging station for charging a power tool. The charging station includes a battery topper and a battery. The battery topper includes a recessed portion for receiving at least part of the power tool, at least one terminal, and at least one induction coil disposed within the battery topper. The battery is removably coupled to the battery topper for inducing a current in the at least one induction coil. The power tool interacts with the terminal to supply stored power from the at least one induction coil, to a rechargeable battery in the power tool. 1. A charging station for charging a power tool , the charging station comprising:a battery topper including a recessed portion for receiving at least part of the power tool, at least one terminal, and at least one induction coil disposed within the battery topper;a battery removably coupled to the battery topper for inducing a current in the at least one induction coil;wherein the power tool interacts with the terminal to supply stored power from the at least one induction coil, to a rechargeable battery in the power tool.2. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein the battery topper includes a magnet for attracting the power tool to the recessed portion.3. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein the battery topper includes a column portion for the power tool to rest thereon.4. The charging station of claim 1 , further comprising a power indicator device configured to indicate a battery power level.5. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein the power tool is a scrubber.6. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein the battery is configured to supply power to additional power tools.7. A scrubber for cleaning a surface claim 1 , the scrubber comprising:a housing;a rechargeable battery;a button disposed on the housing;an attachment portion disposed at one end of the housing;an accessory head coupled to the attachment portion and configured to actuate in response to actuation of the trigger, wherein the accessory head ...

VAPORIZING AND VAPOR HEATING ASSEMBLY AND PERSONAL CARE APPLIANCES INCLUDING THE SAME

A vaporizing and vapor heating assembly includes at least one vaporizing element fluidically coupled to at least one reservoir and configured to discharge vapor and a heater assembly operably coupled to the at least one vaporizing element. The heater assembly including at least one heating element configured to heat the discharged vapor. 1. A vaporizing and vapor heating assembly , comprising:at least one vaporizing element fluidically coupled to at least one reservoir and configured to discharge vapor; anda heater assembly operably coupled to the at least one vaporizing element, the heater assembly including at least one heating element configured to heat the discharged vapor.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one vaporizing element is a piezoelectric element.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the piezoelectric element is in fluid communication with the at least one reservoir containing a fluid.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the heater assembly includes at least one tapered heating element positioned near the at least one vaporizing element such that the vapor passes through the at least one tapered heating element when discharged.5. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a replaceable cartridge including one or more fluid reservoirs fluidically coupled to the at least one vaporizing element.6. The assembly of claim 5 , further comprising discharge vapor circuitry operably coupled to the at least one vaporizing element and configured to generate a discharge vapor responsive to one or more inputs indicative of a cartridge identification.7. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:discharge vapor circuitry operably coupled to the at least one vaporizing element and configured to generate a discharge vapor; andvapor heating circuitry operably coupled to the heater assembly and configured to heat the discharged vapor.8. The assembly of claim 7 , wherein the discharge vapor circuitry comprises one or more piezo ultrasonic atomizers ...

CLEANING APPARATUS

A cleaner assembly includes a main body having a first end with a handle portion and a second end with a removable cleaner head; a pneumatic motor contained with in said main body; an actuator operatively associated with said motor; a rotational shaft operatively associated with said motor and with a rotational cleaner head support; and a cleaner head removably attached to said rotational shaft. 1. A cleaner assembly comprising;a main body having a first end with a handle portion and a second end with a removable cleaner head;a pneumatic motor contained with in said Main body;an actuator operatively associated with said motor;a rotational shaft operatively associated with said motor and with a rotational cleaner head support; anda cleaner head removably attached to said rotational shaft.2. The cleaner assembly of wherein said shaft includes a middle bearing and middle bearing spacer positioned between said motor and said cleaner head support along the length of said shaft.3. The cleaner assembly of wherein said shaft is a shaft assembly that includes two or more shafts acting in concert.4. The cleaner assembly of including a solution delivery assembly including a water inlet and a solution reservoir configured to deliver liquid through a dispenser shaft and exit through a dispenser shaft outlet.5. The cleaner assembly of including a solution delivery assembly including a water inlet having a water inlet control valve.6. The cleaner assembly of including a solution reservoir assembly having a solution reservoir control valve.7. The cleaner assembly of including each of a solution delivery assembly including a water inlet having a water inlet control valve and a solution reservoir assembly having a solution reservoir control valve. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. non-provisional patent application Ser. No. 14/256,340, filed Apr. 18, 2014 which claims benefit to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/814,527 filed Apr. 22, 2013 the ...

Cleaning appliance

A fluid delivery system of a dental cleaning appliance includes a fluid inlet, a pump for drawing a working fluid through the fluid inlet, a hydraulic accumulator for receiving working fluid from the pump, a nozzle having a fluid outlet, and a valve located between the accumulator and the nozzle. The valve has an open position for enabling the accumulator to deliver a burst of working fluid to the nozzle, and a closed position for enabling the accumulator to be replenished under the action of the pump. A control circuit actuates the pump and controls the position of the valve.

Omnidirectional Scientific Toothbrush

An omnidirectional scientific toothbrush includes a brush handle and a brush head having a U-shaped structure. A central gearset, and tooth outer side brush rollers and tooth inner side brush rollers, both of which are respectively arranged in an upper row and a lower row according to tooth layout, and a tooth end surface brush roller driven by the central gearset are installed in an inner cavity of the brush head. The tooth end surface brush roller is located in a space defined by the tooth outer side brush rollers and the tooth inner side brush rollers. The rotating action of the tooth end surface brush roller allows the tooth end surface brush roller to simultaneously brush occlusal surfaces of Upper and lower rows of teeth. Thus the cleaning operation of all of the teeth in the mouth may just be finished at one time automatically. 1. An omnidirectional scientific toothbrush , comprising:a brush handle, anda brush head, whereinthe brush head has a U-shaped structure, a central gearset, and tooth outer side brush rollers, tooth inner side brush rollers and tooth end surface brush rollers which are driven by the central gearset are installed in an inner cavity of the brush head;the tooth outer side brush rollers and the tooth inner side brush rollers are both arranged in an upper row and a lower row which are opposite according to a tooth layout in an oral cavity of human body, and main body parts of each tooth outer side brush roller and each tooth inner side brush roller are both flexible roller bars, a side brush roller gear is fixedly connected to each flexible roller bar, and bristles are planted onto the flexible roller bars at two sides of the side brush roller gear, the tooth end surface brush roller is located in a space defined by the tooth outer side brush rollers and the tooth inner side brush rollers; anda power output mechanism driven by a micro motor is arranged in the brush handle, the power output mechanism drives the central gearset to move to ...

APPARATUS FOR CLEANING HUMAN BODY ORIFICE

The present disclosure relates to an electric orifice cleaning brush including a brush head, a brush head mounting platform onto which the brush head is detachably mounted, and a motor holder for supporting the brush head mounting platform and accommodating a motor. The brush head includes a bristle implanting portion in the shape of a truncated cone and comprising a center region and bristles formed in bristle bindles. The bristle bindles are disposed outside the center region of the bristle implanting portion and are radially distributed in an evenly spaced manner. By means of the present disclosure, a complete cleaning of an orifice of a human body can be achieved, and damages to the orifice can be avoided. 1. An electric orifice cleaning brush , comprising:a brush head;a brush head mounting platform onto which the brush head is detachably mounted; anda motor holder for supporting the brush head mounting platform and accommodating a motor, wherein: a bristle implanting portion in the shape of a truncated cone and comprising a center region, and', 'bristles formed in bristle bundles, the bristle bundles being disposed outside, but not inside, the center region of the bristle implanting portion so that an empty space is formed in the center region, wherein the bristle bundles are radially distributed in an evenly spaced manner; and, 'the brush head comprisesthe motor is configured to drive the brush head to vibrate up and down to generate a negative pressure in the empty space in the center region of the bristle implanting portion.2. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the brush head comprises a protrusion disposed at the center region of the bristle implanting portion.3. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 2 , wherein there is no hole disposed at the center region of the bristle implanting portion.4. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the protrusion and the bristle implanting portion are integrally formed.5. The ...

APPARATUS FOR CLEANING HUMAN BODY ORIFICE

The present disclosure relates to an electric orifice cleaning brush including a brush head, a brush head mounting platform onto which the brush head is detachably mounted, and a motor holder for supporting the brush head mounting platform and accommodating a motor. The brush head includes a rigid sleeve disposed at a peripheral part of the brush head, a bristle implanting portion that is extendable and retractable relative to the rigid sleeve, and bristles formed in bristle bindles. The bristle bindles being disposed on the bristle implanting portion and are radially distributed in an evenly spaced manner. By means of the present disclosure, a complete cleaning of an orifice of a human body can be achieved, and damages to the orifice can be avoided. 1. An electric orifice cleaning brush , comprising:a brush head;a brush head mounting platform onto which the brush head is detachably mounted; anda motor holder for supporting the brush head mounting platform and accommodating a motor, a rigid sleeve disposed at a peripheral part of the brush head;', 'a bristle implanting portion that is extendable and retractable relative to the rigid sleeve, and', 'bristles formed in bristle bindles, the bristle bindles being disposed on the bristle implanting portion and are radially distributed in an evenly spaced manner., 'wherein the brush head comprises2. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rigid sleeve is transparent.3. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rigid sleeve is slidably fit to the peripheral part of the brush head.4. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 3 , wherein the brush head further comprises one or more bumps for preventing the rigid sleeve from sliding.5. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the bristle implanting portion is forwardly extendable.6. The cleaning brush in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the bristles bundles are adhered to the bristle implanting portion by glue.7. The ...

APPARATUS FOR CLEANING HUMAN BODY ORIFICE

An electric orifice cleaning brush includes a brush head having a bristle implanting portion in the shape of a truncated cone and including a center region and apertures in the center region for facilitating air flowing. The brush head further includes bristles formed in bristle bindles. The bristle bindles are disposed outside the center region and are radially distributed in an evenly spaced manner. The cleaning brush further includes a brush head mounting platform onto which the brush head is detachably mounted and a driving mechanism having a fan blade disclosed thereon. The fan blade is configured to rotate with rotation of the driving mechanism and produce a negative pressure on the bristle implanting portion through the apertures. The cleaning brush further includes a motor configured to drive the brush head to move through the driving mechanism and a motor holder for supporting the brush head mounting platform and accommodating the motor. 1. An electric orifice cleaning brush , comprising: a bristle implanting portion in the shape of a truncated cone and comprising a center region and a plurality of apertures in the center region for facilitating air flowing,', 'bristles formed in bristle bundles, the bristle bundles being disposed in bristle implanting holes and outside the center region of the bristle implanting portion so that an empty space is formed in the center region, wherein the bristle bundles are radially distributed in an evenly spaced manner, and a size of each of the apertures is not larger than a size of each of the bristle implanting holes, and', 'a brush head mounting platform onto which the brush head is detachably mounted;, 'a brush head comprisinga driving mechanism comprising a fan blade disclosed thereon, the fan blade being configured to rotate with rotation of the driving mechanism and produce a negative pressure in the empty space in the center region of the bristle implanting portion through the plurality of apertures;a motor ...

Thread Cleaning Apparatus Having Adjustable Diameter Brush Bases

An apparatus for cleaning of tubular threads having adjustable spacing brushes to accommodate tubulars of different diameters. A plurality of brushes are rotated in a drum, which fits over the tubular connection. The brushes are mounted on L-shaped brackets, which are in turn mounted to a rotary driver by a shaft extending through slots in the brackets. By loosening the attachment of the brackets on the rotary driver, the brackets can be slid radially inward or outward to the extent of the slots, thereby adjusting the diameter of the threads that can be cleaned. The front access plate and seal plate, through which the tubular extends into the drum, are preferably held to the drum by hand operable latches. Solvent may be injected into the drum and onto the threads by a hand pump, and captured in the drum and drained into a container for disposal or reuse.

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, a fluid delivery system for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user, and a control circuit for actuating the delivery of working fluid to the teeth of the user depending on a received input. For each input, the control circuit is arranged to actuate the delivery of a series of bursts of working fluid to the teeth of the user. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a handle;a fluid delivery system for delivering working fluid to the teeth of a user; anda control circuit for actuating the delivery of working fluid to the teeth of the user depending on a received input;wherein, for each input, the control circuit is arranged to actuate the delivery of a series of bursts of working fluid to the teeth of the user, and wherein the received input is an output from a sensor.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a motion detection sensor.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a Hall effect sensor.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit is configured to actuate the delivery of working fluid to the teeth of the user depending on the rate of change of the output from the sensor.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is located in the handle.6. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid delivery system comprises a source of pressurized working fluid and a valve claim 1 , and the control circuit is configured to open the valve to deliver a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user.7. The appliance of claim 6 , wherein the source of pressurized working fluid comprises a fluid chamber claim 6 , and wherein the fluid chamber has a capacity in the range from 0.1 to 1 ml.8. The appliance of claim 7 , wherein the capacity of the fluid chamber is substantially the same as the volume of a single series of bursts of working fluid.9. The appliance of claim 7 , wherein the capacity of the fluid chamber is greater than the volume of a single series of bursts of working fluid ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, and a cleaning tool detachably connected to the handle. The cleaning tool includes a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, a stem extending between the handle and the nozzle, and a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid. The fluid reservoir is connected to, and extends around, the stem. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a handle; anda cleaning tool detachably connected to the handle, the cleaning tool comprising a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, a stem extending between the handle and the nozzle, and a fluid reservoir for storing working fluid, the fluid reservoir being connected to and extending around the stem.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir is configured to store a liquid working fluid.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir has a capacity which is in the range from 5 to 50 ml.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir is refillable.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir comprises an external wall which surrounds the stem.6. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein at least part of the external wall is transparent.7. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein the external wall has one of a curved shape claim 5 , a convex shape claim 5 , and a faceted shape.8. The appliance of claim 7 , wherein the external wall has a curvature which is one of ellipsoidal claim 7 , spheroidal and spherical.9. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein the external wall comprises a fluid port through which the fluid reservoir is replenished.10. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein the fluid reservoir comprises an inner wall connected to the external wall claim 5 , the inner wall surrounding the stem.11. The appliance of claim 10 , wherein the inner wall is tubular in shape.12. The appliance of claim 10 , wherein the inner wall comprises a moveable member which is moveable relative to the external wall ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, a fluid reservoir for storing a working fluid, a fluid delivery system for receiving working fluid from the fluid reservoir, and for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, and an external collar comprising a fluid port, the collar being moveable relative to the handle between a first position in which the fluid port is exposed to allow the fluid reservoir to be replenished, and a second position in which the fluid port is occluded. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a handle;a fluid reservoir for storing a working fluid;a fluid delivery system for receiving working fluid from the fluid reservoir, and for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user; andan external collar comprising a fluid port, the collar being moveable relative to the handle between a first position in which the fluid port is exposed to allow the fluid reservoir to be replenished, and a second position in which the fluid port is occluded.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the collar is in the second position claim 1 , the fluid port is connected to the fluid delivery system.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the collar is rotatable relative to the handle.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir is configured to store a liquid working fluid.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the collar has one of a curved claim 1 , a convex and a faceted shape.6. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein the collar has a curvature which is one of ellipsoidal claim 5 , spheroidal and spherical.7. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the collar at least partially delimits the fluid reservoir.8. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein at least part of the collar is formed from transparent material.9. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir is moveable with the collar.10. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid reservoir comprises a flexible diaphragm which is connected to the collar. ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle, a fluid reservoir for storing a working fluid, and a fluid delivery system for receiving working fluid from the fluid reservoir, and for delivering the working fluid to the teeth of a user. The fluid reservoir is delimited by a wall and a movable member which is moveable relative to the wall to vary the volume of the fluid reservoir. An expansion chamber is located adjacent to the moveable member. The volume of the fluid reservoir decreases, and the volume of the expansion chamber increases, as fluid is supplied to the fluid delivery system during use of the appliance. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a handle;a fluid reservoir for storing a working fluid, the fluid reservoir being at least partially delimited by a wall and a movable member which is moveable relative to the wall to vary the volume of the fluid reservoir;a fluid delivery system for receiving working fluid from the fluid reservoir, and for delivering the working fluid to the teeth of a user; andan expansion chamber located adjacent to the moveable member and which increases in volume as the volume of the fluid reservoir decreases, through movement of the moveable member relative to the wall, as working fluid is supplied to the fluid delivery system, the expansion chamber being open to the atmosphere to receive ambient air as the volume of the expansion chamber increases;wherein the moveable member comprises a diaphragm which is expandable in response to a pressure difference across the surfaces thereof.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the wall is formed from relatively rigid material claim 1 , and the moveable member is formed from relatively flexible material.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the wall comprises a fluid port through which working fluid is introduced to the fluid reservoir.4. The appliance of claim 3 , wherein working fluid is supplied to the fluid delivery system from the fluid port.5. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein ...

CLEANING APPLIANCE

A dental cleaning appliance includes a fluid delivery system for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user; and a control circuit for controlling the delivery of the burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user. The appliance has a first operational mode in which the delivery of the burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user is inhibited and a second operational mode in which the burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user is permitted. During use of the appliance, the control circuit is arranged to effect a transition between the first operational mode and the second operational mode automatically depending on a detected operational parameter of the appliance. 1. A dental cleaning appliance comprising:a fluid delivery system for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user; anda control circuit for controlling the delivery of the burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user;wherein the appliance has a first operational mode in which the delivery of the burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user is inhibited and a second operational mode in which the burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user is permitted, and wherein, during use of the appliance, the control circuit is arranged to effect a transition between the first operational mode and the second operational mode automatically depending on a detected operational parameter of the appliance;wherein the detected operational parameter of the appliance is the magnitude of a load applied to the appliance during use thereof.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit is arranged to effect a transition between the first operational mode and the second operational mode when the detected operational parameter of the appliance is above a non-zero threshold value.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the fluid delivery system comprises a valve claim 1 , and wherein the control circuit is arranged to control the actuation of the valve depending on the detected ...

Cleaning appliance

A dental cleaning appliance includes a handle and a fluid delivery system. The fluid delivery system includes a nozzle for delivering a burst of working fluid to the teeth of a user, and a moveable fluid conduit which is moveable about an axis relative to the handle. The nozzle is moveable with the fluid conduit, which is biased for movement about the axis in a direction which urges the nozzle against a user's teeth during use of the appliance.

METHOD FOR DISPENSING CHEMICAL ONTO A TIRE BRUSH

A device for use in dispensing tire chemical onto a cylindrical car tire brush, comprising, an elongated shield having a concave inside surface having a curvature generally matching the outside curvature of the cylindrical brush, a port entering into the inside surface of the shield for receiving a chemical, and at least one distribution groove formed into the inside surface, which distribution groove communicates with the port and is inclined downwardly at an angle so as to distribute the chemical longitudinally along the said inside surface. 1. A method for applying chemical to a car wash tire brush comprising the steps of:rotating a cylindrical tire brush with an outside curvature about its axis;partially enclosing the brush with an elongated shield having an inside curvature generally matching the outside curvature of the brush; anddelivering chemical from an exterior of the shield through at least one port, the chemical exiting the port into the inside surface of the shield such that the chemical runs along the inside surface of the shield and is picked up by the rotating brush.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the chemical exiting the port is received in at least one distribution groove formed into the inside surface of the shield which at least one distribution groove is downwardly inclined at an angle along the inside surface of the shield.3. The method of claim 1 , including collecting chemicals running down the inside surface of the shield with the brush as it turns in a direction such that its bristles engage the shield and rotate up the inside surface of the shield.4. The method according to claim 2 , including distributing the chemical moving up the shield in at least one redistribution groove above the distribution groove claim 2 , which redistribution groove is inclined upwardly so as to receive chemical carried by the brush and distribute the chemical across the inside surface.5. The method according to claim 1 , including collecting chemical from ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TREATING A VEHICLE SURFACE WITH A FLUID

An apparatus for treating a vehicle surface with a fluid has a rotation device pivotably mounted about an axis of rotation, and a fluid supply device disposed concentrically with respect to the rotation device and which has an inlet opening for the supply of fluid. The apparatus is characterized in that a groove is formed in the fluid supply device. The groove is fluidically connected to the inlet opening and extends in the circumferential direction with respect to the axis of rotation over a limited circumferential angle range of the fluid supply device. The rotation device has a plurality of separate fluid channels, each of which opens into openings. The openings are disposed such that irrespective of the angular position of the rotation device to the fluid supply device with respect to the axis of rotation, and at least one of the openings of the rotation device is fluidically connected to the groove of the fluid supply device. 1. An apparatus for treating a vehicle surface with a fluid , the apparatus comprisinga rotation device pivotably mounted about an axis of rotation anda fluid supply device disposed concentrically with respect to the rotation device and having an inlet opening for the supply of fluid, whereina groove is formed in the fluid supply device, said groove fluidically connected to the inlet opening and extending in the circumferential direction with respect to the axis of rotation over a limited circumferential angular range of the fluid supply device, andthe rotation device has a plurality of separate fluid channels, each of which opens into openings, said openings disposed in such a manner that, irrespective of the angular position of the rotation device to the fluid supply device with respect to the axis of rotation, at least one of the openings of the rotation device is fluidically connected to the groove of the fluid supply device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , whereineach fluid channel connects the associated opening of the rotation device ...