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US 6,490,760 B1Granted
Self-standing, hand held implements
AssigneeJennifer L. Lauer
InventorsJennifer L. Lauer, Kevin Krauss, John Lapetina
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Abstract
A hand held implement includes a structure which is capable of automatic orientation in an upright position upon a horizontal surface. The structure includes a weighted base having a substantially rounded and convex exterior, and adapted to support the hand held implement vertically upon a horizontal surface. A working end portion of the implement is adapted for performing the desired task, such as for holding food, or for painting a surface, or for brushing teeth. A handle extends between the working end portion and the weighted base.
Claims20
A hand held implement, comprising:
- a weighted base having a substantially rounded and convex exterior, and being of a mass and dimension to automatically orient said hand held implement in a vertical orientation when placed upon a horizontal surface;
- a working end portion spaced from said base, said working end portion configured for performing a physical task on a work surface;
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- a handle extending between, and connected to, the bass and said working end portion, wherein said working end portion is maintained elevated above said horizontal surface when said weighted base is place on said horizontal surface.
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