161 |
Improved device for hanging door-bells |
US43203D |
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US43203A |
1864-06-21 |
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162 |
Bell-hanging |
US19082D |
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US19082A |
1858-01-12 |
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163 |
TURKEY CALL |
US15846648 |
2017-12-19 |
US20190183111A1 |
2019-06-20 |
Charles Koch |
An animal call is provided that has a main body having an upper member, and an open end, the upper member having an upper surface and a lower surface; a cavity in the main body that is open to an environment outside of the main body through the open end of the main body; an opening in the upper member of the main body; and a sound generating member having an upper surface and a lower surface, a first portion of the upper surface of the sound generating member being attached to the lower surface of the upper member of the main body, and a second portion of the sound generating member is a striking surface that is accessible through the opening in the upper member of the main body. |
164 |
Noise-Making Device |
US15238251 |
2016-08-16 |
US20170036125A1 |
2017-02-09 |
Geoffrey Porter Carroll |
In one embodiment, a method for assembling a noise making device includes providing a hand-held tube structure with a first end including screw-on bottle threads about an opening. A first rod member is provided, having a first mass attached to a first end of the rod member. A support member is pivotally attached to a second end of the rod member, sized for attachment along the bottle threads with a bottle cap screwed thereon. The first rod member end and the mass are positioned within the tube structure. With the first end of the rod member and the mass positioned within the tube, the support structure is extended out of the tube to cross over the threads and be captured between the cap and the neck region as the cap is threaded about the opening. |
165 |
Noise Making Device |
US14877320 |
2015-10-07 |
US20160101366A1 |
2016-04-14 |
Geoffrey Porter Carroll |
In one embodiment, an apparatus for use with a tube structure (e.g., a bottle) includes a wall which extends between first and second ends. A first rod member has first and second ends with a mass attached to the first end and a support member pivotally attached to the second end for attachment about a tube opening. When the first rod member end and the mass are positioned within the tube, the support member is positioned in or about the opening, and the rod member and the mass are pivotally positioned and supported by the support member. The mass can be swung from the support member within the tube structure to strike opposing first and second parts of the wall. |
166 |
Door knocker with audio playback |
US14479294 |
2014-09-06 |
US09269238B2 |
2016-02-23 |
Beverly Means |
A novelty door knocker having an electronic sound effect or effects, the door knocker with mechanical arm, plate, switch or proximity sensor enabled to trigger a sound effect, and a battery-powered circuit for controlling and coordinating the acoustics with the trigger. The door knocker may be decorated with or shaped as a cartoon figure for use on a child's bedroom door, for example. |
167 |
Novelty Door Knocker with Audio Playback |
US14479294 |
2014-09-06 |
US20150070143A1 |
2015-03-12 |
Beverly Means |
A novelty door knocker having an electronic sound effect or effects, the door knocker with mechanical arm, plate, switch or proximity sensor enabled to trigger a sound effect, and a battery-powered circuit for controlling and coordinating the acoustics with the trigger. The door knocker may be decorated with or shaped as a cartoon figure for use on a child's bedroom door, for example. |
168 |
Pet Training Apparatus |
US13149072 |
2011-05-31 |
US20120304941A1 |
2012-12-06 |
Burke C. Marold |
A pet training apparatus comprising a closed cylindrical container having first and second walls connected to a cylindrical sidewall, wherein the interior surfaces of the first, second, and cylindrical walls define an cylindrical interior volume with a minimum inner diameter and a longitudinal axis, and a plurality of metallic objects with said interior volume. In the preferred embodiment, the metallic objects are spheroids (e.g., BBs or bearings), with each spheroid of being identical in size, shape, and density. |
169 |
Toy door knocker, and construction and educational kits including a door knocker |
US12186902 |
2008-08-06 |
US07861664B2 |
2011-01-04 |
Sheree Wichard; Donel Young |
Modular constructional toy kit and instructional story book, for use in forming a customized and personalized privacy guard in the form of a door knocker and learning the importance of protecting and respecting a persons right to privacy. The constructional toy kit allows children to build and decorate their own door knockers. Each door knocker has a base unit and a pivotal member hinged at one end to the base unit allowing the pivotal member to swing in a short arc away from the base unit. When released, the pivotal member swings back to make contact with the base unit emitting a loud sound. The constructional toy kit can also have an integrated holder to store written messages, integrated electronic recording and playback device for personalized audio messages, a smooth flat surface at the lower portion of the base unit suitable for imprinting a child's name, assorted decorations and attachable components to allow for the creation of animals or creatures, paints and commercially available hardware and adhesives. |
170 |
Sounding tool for cheering |
US11794326 |
2006-07-21 |
US07607960B2 |
2009-10-27 |
Yuu Kobayashi |
A highly interesting sounding tool for cheering is provided. The sounding tool 1A comprises a pair of right and left clapping bars 2R and 2L, and a hollow cover body 10 having a shape imitating an object for enhancing interest. Both clapping bars 2R and 2L are pivotally joined at a position between the beating portion 3 and the gripping portion 4 such that the beating portions 3 and gripping portion 4 can be opened/closed. Both clapping bars 2R and 2L vertically penetrate the cover body 10 between the front and rear wall portions 11 and 11. Guide groove portions 15R and 15L are provided, respectively, on the inner right and left side surfaces of the front and rear wall portions 11 and 11 of the cover body 10 so as to be vertically apart from each other. Guide protruded portions 5R and 5L are provided, respectively, on the front and rear surfaces of the right and left clapping bars 2R and 2L so as to be vertically apart from each other. The guide protruded portions 5R and 5L are fitted in the guide groove portions 15R and 15L. When the guide protruded portions 5R and 5L move along the guide groove portions 15R and 15L, the beating portions 3 and 3 of the right and left clapping bars are guided in the opening and closing directions. |
171 |
TOY DOOR KNOCKER, AND CONSTRUCTION AND EDUCATIONAL KITS INCLUDING A DOOR KNOCKER |
US12186902 |
2008-08-06 |
US20090038533A1 |
2009-02-12 |
Sheree Wichard; Donel Young |
Modular constructional toy kit and instructional story book, for use in forming a customized and personalized privacy guard in the form of a door knocker and learning the importance of protecting and respecting a persons right to privacy. The constructional toy kit allows children to build and decorate their own door knockers. Each door knocker has a base unit and a pivotal member hinged at one end to the base unit allowing the pivotal member to swing in a short arc away from the base unit. When released, the pivotal member swings back to make contact with the base unit emitting a loud sound. The constructional toy kit can also have an integrated holder to store written messages, integrated electronic recording and playback device for personalized audio messages, a smooth flat surface at the lower portion of the base unit suitable for imprinting a child's name, assorted decorations and attachable components to allow for the creation of animals or creatures, paints and commercially available hardware and adhesives. |
172 |
Musical shaker |
US11657115 |
2007-01-24 |
US07470845B2 |
2008-12-30 |
Bart Fermie; Jan Roelof van der Meulen |
A percussion instrument, such as a shaker, has a first disc-shaped member having an outer annular flange defining a first outer perimeter and a second disc-shaped member defining a second outer perimeter different than the first outer perimeter. The first and second disc-shaped members are directly interconnected to form a cavity therebetween. A plurality of sound producing particles is disposed within said cavity defined by the first and second disc-shaped members. The instrument also includes a mounting system for mounting to a vehicle such as a tambourine, hi-hat, cymbal etc. for causing movement of the shaker instrument. |
173 |
Cheering support device and method |
US11252133 |
2005-10-17 |
US20070094772A1 |
2007-05-03 |
Sharalee Scanlon; Steve Broderson |
A cheering support device for sound generation in association with sporting events, the cheering support device includes a semi-rigid planar member having a primary length dimension and a primary width dimension defining a body with an outer perimeter, the primary length dimension being longer than the primary width dimension. The planar member includes a base for gripping and agitation thereof by a user; a distal end, disposed oppositely from the base for movement though an arc resulting from agitation of the base; and a sound generation portion audibly responsive to the agitation and a method for using the cheering support device. |
174 |
Percussion instrument and noisemaking device |
US11402131 |
2006-04-11 |
US20060230907A1 |
2006-10-19 |
John Delatorre |
A noisemaking devices are described, which may be a blade member having a handle joining portion at its base, a flexible plate member operable for making sound (e.g., low-pitched, clicking sounds and alternative, louder, high-pitched clicking sounds), the flexible plate member having an indention that is operable for producing a solid when the flexible plate member is flexed about the indention. A handle, an upper portion of which is joined to the flexible plate member and be pivotably joined to the blade such that the blade pivots when the handle is translated perpendicular to the plane of the blade, and the blade and the flexible plate member being oriented such that when the blade pivots, the blade causes the flexible plate member to flex and thereby make the sound. |
175 |
Maraca with flexible handle |
US09393473 |
1999-09-10 |
US07045695B1 |
2006-05-16 |
Wayne Cohen |
A musical shaker is formed with a rigid shell and pellets enclosed therein attached to a flexible handle. In a first embodiment, the shell part truncates to a small end portion and includes a bottleneck opening in the truncated small end portion. The truncated end portion is closed by an internal joint with a cap member covered by the flexible plastic handle or by the flexible handle itself. In a second embodiment, the shell part is formed by two rigid plastic halves sealed so as to enclose the pellets. The end of the flexible handle is fitted to one end of the shell part and is secured to that end by adhesive. In a third embodiment the flexible handle includes two portions, including a flexible handle portion adjoining the shell. |
176 |
Rally pads |
US10718307 |
2003-11-20 |
US20050124426A1 |
2005-06-09 |
Hector Luciano; Richard Gruff |
Rally pads are formed from cushionable, foam-like material. Located and secured on the backside of the pads are hand supporting straps. These straps permit the user to securely attach the pads to his or her hands. The pad itself is configured in a shape which represents a particular sport, e.g. a baseball, football, basketball, soccer ball, etc. The pad can also have the name or logo of a particular team on its top surface. When the pads are clapped together by the user, sounds of team support and encouragement are produced to rally the fan's team. |
177 |
Container |
US10048656 |
2000-02-08 |
US06858787B1 |
2005-02-22 |
Stefan de Vries |
A container (10) includes two chambers (14, 20). The main chamber (14) can receive the beverage. The other chamber (20) receives percussion means (not illustrated) such as ball bearings. The container can also include handle (11). The two chambers (14, 20) together with the handle (11) form the shape of a maraca. |
178 |
Spirit shaker |
US09966711 |
2001-11-29 |
US20020077022A1 |
2002-06-20 |
Kyshea Williams-Nicholas
Williams |
The Spirit Shaker is a durable, mobile and completely childproof design, made of hard or soft plastic. Partially filled internally with plastic chips, beads or desired filling that makes the unique and ultimate noise. A built-in pick up apparatus (handle) at the top or side operable to grip, lift and then shake. The Spirit Shaker is mounted to a base that allows it to stand alone as a novelty display when not in use.(no assembly require) The Spirit Shaker's designs vary in shapes, sizes, colors for personalized or theme novelty design. The Spirit Shaker will also have a variety of different shapes and sizes sport balls (i.e., football, basketball, baseball, hockey puck, soccer ball, etc.) uniquely matching the specific team colors and painted on logos. |
179 |
Blow-molded shaker |
US09242052 |
1999-12-30 |
US06288314B1 |
2001-09-11 |
Wayne Cohen; Donald Kralik |
A musical shaker instrument has a shaped shell and pellets enclosed therein. The shell has two parts. A first large shell part (24) includes an exterior surface forming a first end portion and a central portion. The first part truncates at a second end portion of the shell and includes an opening (26) in the truncated end portion. The second small shell part (30) has a cap member (32) for closing opening in the first large shell part. The first and second shell parts are joined together by an internal joint which is not exposed to the external surface of the shell. In a second embodiment, the second shell part forms a handle. |
180 |
Audible feedback apparatus for indicating operation and position of a
movable element |
US948121 |
1997-10-09 |
US6002323A |
1999-12-14 |
Timothy J. Bomya |
The present invention provides an element being driven by an electromagnetic device. According to the invention, the element is in mechanical communication with a noise producing device which produces noise by mechanical means. Therefore, the noise producing device produces noise indicating movement of the movable body. In another aspect of the present invention, the noise producing device may produce noise by mechanical means which indicates a position of the movable body. |