Patent application number | Description | Published |
20080239984 | Energy Saving System/Network - An energy saving system/network is used to control the power of air conditioners (AC) in hotels/motels. The system includes a master device and an array of slave devices. The master device may be installed in the hotel/motel front desk area, while the slave devices may be installed in guest rooms. The master device communicates with the slave devices via the power lines in the hotels/motels. This system/network automatically turns on the AC power when the guest is checked in and turns off the AC power when the guest is checked out. | 10-02-2008 |
20080258903 | Multifunctional Powerline Sensor Network - A multifunctional powerline sensor network used for fire, toxic chemical gases and intruder detections. The network is comprised a master device, an array of sensor nodes, a host device/computer and the existing powerlines in the building/facility. This network offers many advantages including cost effectiveness, multifunction, high integration and ease of installation. The master device communicates with all the sensor nodes via the powerlines. When the motion sensors are enabled, the network converts to a advanced security alarm system that provides an alert when the security of the facility has been compromised by locating and tracking the position of the intruder. | 10-23-2008 |
20090151740 | Multi-Functional Particle Collection System - A manicure device may include a suction source, a flexible hose connected to the suction source, a suction member adapted to be connected to a manicure device or brush. The suction source may be adapted to be operated by a foot of the user, and the suction member may be detachably connected to the manicure device. The suction member may be detachably connected to the brush, and the suction source may include a top housing. The suction source may include a handle, and the suction source may include a inner holder. The suction source may include a bottom housing, and the suction source may include a power switch which is operable by a foot of the user. The suction source may include a motor, and the suction source may include a bottom cover. The suction source may include a bumper, and the manicure device may include a suction nozzle with the curved end. | 06-18-2009 |
20090230737 | Pedicure Chair and Mini Spa - A pedicure chair for user including a child or young adult may include a tub member for the feet of the user, a seat member for the user to sit on, a back rest member connected to the seat member to rest the back of the user, a head rest member connected to the back rest member to rest the head of the user, and an arm member connected to the back rest member to rest the arms of the user. The back rest member may correspond to a first decoration, the head rest member may correspond corresponds to the first decoration and the arm member may be decorated to simulate an animal or cartoon character. The arm member may rotate with respect to the back rest member, and the head rest member may detach from the back rest member. The tub member may be connected to a stand member for supporting a entertainment device, and the entertainment device may be a DVD device. The entertainment device may be a music player, and the first decoration of the back rest member may be interchanged with a second decoration of the back rest member. The first decoration of the head rest member may be interchanged with a second decoration of the head rest member, and the stand may be positioned on the right side of the pedicure chair. The stand may be positioned on the left side of the pedicure chair, and the stand can be positioned at a varying height. The stand can be positioned at a varying view angle, and the entertainment device may be a game. | 09-17-2009 |
20090230738 | Pedicure Chair and Mini Spa - A pedicure chair for user including a child or young adult may include a tub member for the feet of the user, a seat member for the user to sit on, a back rest member connected to the seat member to rest the back of the user, a head rest member connected to the back rest member to rest the head of the user, and an arm member connected to the back rest member to rest the arms of the user. The back rest member may correspond to a first decoration to catch the attention of the child or young adult, and the head rest member may correspond to the first decoration to catch the attention of the child or young adult. The arm member may be decorated to catch the attention of the child or young adult. The first decoration may correspond to a car, and the first decoration may correspond to a princess. The first decoration may correspond to a little house, and the first decoration may correspond to a castle. The first decoration may correspond to an animal, and the first decoration may correspond to a movie character. | 09-17-2009 |
20110004994 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MULTI-FUNCTION INTELLIGENT SPA CONTROL - An apparatus, system, and method involving controlling a spa system having a basin for holding a fluid are provided. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an electronics control portion for receiving inputs from an operator of the spa system and for generating signals in response to the inputs that are received from the operator. In addition the apparatus includes a fluid mixing portion that receives the fluid from a supply and outputs the received fluid into the basin of the spa system. Moreover, the electronics control portion controls a temperature of the fluid in the fluid mixing portion in response to one of the inputs received from the operator. | 01-13-2011 |
20120311777 | System and Method for Multifunctional Magnetic Coupling Jet - An apparatus including a motor assembly having a motor. A jet assembly coupled to the motor assembly having an inlet and outlet aperture. An impeller configured to rotate causing a first fluid to flow into the inlet aperture and out the outlet aperture. A fluid guider that includes at least one wall member defining a first channel configured to guide the first fluid from the inlet aperture into the cavity. Additionally, the fluid guider includes at least one post defining a second channel extending through the post. The second channel configured to guide the first fluid from the cavity towards the outlet aperture and output the first fluid at an oblique angle with respect to a longitudinal axis of the post. A second fluid channel member configured to provide a second fluid out the outlet aperture. A light source configured to illuminate the first fluid. | 12-13-2012 |
20140195172 | Static Fluid Sensor in Communication with a Multi-Sensing Device and Method of Operating - A system including a flow sensor coupled to a fluid line and operable to determine flow rate data of a fluid flowing through the fluid line and communicate the flow rate data of the fluid to a multi-sense device. The multi-sense device coupled to the fluid line and operable to monitor characteristics of the fluid flowing through a filter element. The multi-sense device including a microcontroller coupled to a first, second, and third sensors. The microcontroller executing instructions for determining a pressure differential across the filter element using the flow rate data from the flow sensor, the first pressure of the fluid from the first sensor, the second pressure of the fluid from the second sensor, and the temperature of the fluid from the temperature sensor. | 07-10-2014 |
20140377100 | BEARING AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY FOR JET ASSEMBLIES - An improved bearing and shaft assembly for jet assemblies is disclosed. The improved bearing and shaft assembly includes a bearing assembly having an outer bearing member and an inner bearing member, and a shaft assembly having a shaft member, a shaft protection member, and a locking mechanism. Also, a jet assembly that includes the improved bearing and shaft assembly is disclosed. The jet assembly may be coupled to a motor assembly. The jet assembly further includes the housing that includes at least one inlet aperture and at least one outlet aperture, and an impeller positioned within a cavity of the housing. In addition, a pump comprising a motor assembly and a jet assembly that includes the improved bearing and shaft assembly is disclosed. Furthermore, a method for displacing a fluid using the improved bearing and shaft assembly is disclosed. | 12-25-2014 |
20150157526 | MASSAGE APPARATUS FOR MASSAGE CHAIR - Massage apparatus for a massage chair includes a frame that includes at least one guide rail and a massage device that includes a power source and at least one massage element. Each guide rail includes a first end, a second end, a thigh body area portion located about the first end, a bottom body area portion located proximate the thigh body area portion, and a back body area portion extending upward from the bottom body area portion. The massage device is secured to the guide rail, and the massage element is moved with respect to the guide rail whereby the massage element is able to provide massage effects to a thigh body area, a bottom body area, and a back body area. The guide rail may further include an outer side, an inner side, and a guide channel extending from thigh body area portion to back body area portion. | 06-11-2015 |
20150157528 | MASSAGE APPARATUS AND MASSAGE CHAIR WITH HEALTH MONITORING DEVICES - The present invention is directed to a massage apparatus for a massage chair wherein massage benefits or effects are provided to a back body area, a seat or bottom body area, and a thigh body area of a user. Massage benefits or effects may also be provided to a head and neck body area of the user. The massage apparatus includes a frame and a massage device. Also, the present invention is directed to a massage chair that includes a massage apparatus and at least one health monitoring device or system. As a non-limiting example, the at least one health monitoring device or system is a portable, wrist blood pressure and heart rate monitoring device that is manufactured and/or programmed to measure or obtain blood pressure and heart rate of the user right at or near the massage chair when the user is preferably positioned on the massage chair. | 06-11-2015 |
20150190308 | System and Method for Multifunctional Magnetic Coupling Jet - An apparatus including a motor assembly having a motor. A jet assembly coupled to the motor assembly having an inlet and outlet aperture. An impeller configured to rotate causing a first fluid to flow into the inlet aperture and out the outlet aperture. A fluid guider that includes at least one wall member defining a first channel configured to guide the first fluid from the inlet aperture into the cavity. Additionally, the fluid guider includes at least one post defining a second channel extending through the post. The second channel configured to guide the first fluid from the cavity towards the outlet aperture and output the first fluid at an oblique angle with respect to a longitudinal axis of the post. A second fluid channel member configured to provide a second fluid out the outlet aperture. A light source configured to illuminate the first fluid. | 07-09-2015 |
20150351997 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AIR MASSAGE PRESSURE USING VARIABLE FREQUENCY - A system and a method for controlling air massage pressure using variable frequency are disclosed. The system and method allow a user of a massage chair to adjust the air massage pressure to any desired level electronically. Air compressor power is controlled by varying the frequency of the power supply. The air pressure is monitored by a pressure sensor that forms a closed loop feedback control. This design allows for fast response and smooth pressure control. In an embodiment of an aspect of the present invention, a system for controlling air massage pressure using variable frequency includes at least one air compressor, a master control board that includes or is equivalent to a variable frequency controller and a controller interface associated with the variable frequency controller, and a pressure sensor. The system may also include a temperature sensor, a current sensor, a power source, and/or a remote control. | 12-10-2015 |