Versatile, tri-fold compact with decoupled motion

Details Versatile, tri-fold compact with decoupled motion Versatile, tri-fold compact with decoupled motion

2006-12-19

2010-12-14

Steitz, Rachel R (Department: 3732)

Toilet

Toilet kit

Powder box and applicator

C220S813000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07849863

ABSTRACT:
A versatile, convenient-to-use, unitary, cosmetic compact of increased stability, having a base, a hinged cover capable of rotating with respect to the base and an article carrier that is capable of translation and rotation with respect to the base, via a selective rotation mechanism. The combination of a decoupled motion of the article carrier with respect to the base and the fact that the cover and article carrier move independently, creates a versatile, tri-fold compact that may be held in the hand similar to a bi-fold compact or placed on a surface in various useful configurations, including lying flat, extended base and stable A-frame configurations. The compact has an elegant, playful feel, while being versatile, stable, simple and inexpensive to manufacture.

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