U.S. patent application number 14/078550 was filed with the patent office on 2014-05-15 for multiple purpose hair dryer.
The applicant listed for this patent is Kristine M. Dineen. Invention is credited to Kristine M. Dineen.
Application Number | 20140130365 14/078550 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 50680299 |
Filed Date | 2014-05-15 |
United States Patent
Application |
20140130365 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Dineen; Kristine M. |
May 15, 2014 |
MULTIPLE PURPOSE HAIR DRYER
Abstract
A multiple purpose hair dryer is disclosed. The multiple purpose
hair dryer may provide hot or cold air that circulates through a
top portion and a bottom portion of an elongated head. The multiple
purpose hair dryer may include a plurality of upward bristles and a
plurality of downward bristles that intersect alongside each other
when the top portion and the bottom portion are clamped together
producing a round-brush effect.
Inventors: |
Dineen; Kristine M.;
(Suffield, CT) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Dineen; Kristine M. |
Suffield |
CT |
US |
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Family ID: |
50680299 |
Appl. No.: |
14/078550 |
Filed: |
November 13, 2013 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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61725676 |
Nov 13, 2012 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
34/60 ;
34/97 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45D 2/002 20130101;
A45D 20/50 20130101; A45D 1/00 20130101; A45D 20/12 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
34/60 ;
34/97 |
International
Class: |
A45D 20/12 20060101
A45D020/12 |
Claims
1. A multiple purpose hair dryer, comprising: a housing having a
first half and a second half; an electric motor contained within
the housing, the electric motor provides power to the multiple
purpose hair dryer; a blower fan contained within the housing, the
blower fan is in electrical communication with the electric motor;
an on and off switch coupled to the housing, the on and off switch
to turn-on or shut-off the electric motor; a cross-bar coupled to
the on and off switch, the cross-bar to assist activating or
shutting-off the electric motor; a swivel cord coupled to the
housing, the swivel cord in electrical communication with the
electric motor, the swivel cord to provide electrical power to the
electric motor and the swivel cord swivels in any direction to
allow the multiple purpose hair dryer to move in any direction; a
heating element contained within the housing, the heating element
provides heat to the blower fan; an elongated head coupled to the
housing, the elongated head receiving blown hot air from the blower
fan or cold air, the elongated head includes a top portion and a
bottom portion; and a plurality of fasteners fastening the first
half the housing and the second half of the housing together.
2. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the housing is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene.
3. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the electric motor provides power to the blower fan.
4. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the blower fan is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene.
5. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the on and off switch is slid from an on position to an off
position or the off position to the on position.
6. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the on and off switch is made of acrylonitrile butadiene
styrene.
7. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the cross-bar is made of steel.
8. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the fasteners are a plurality of screws.
9. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein
the fasteners are made of steel.
10. A multiple purpose hair dryer, comprising: a housing having a
first half and a second half; an electric motor contained within
the housing, the electric motor provides power to the multiple
purpose hair dryer; a blower fan contained within the housing, the
blower fan is in electrical communication with the electric motor;
a slidable on and off switch coupled to the housing, the on and off
switch includes a raised vertical tab that is pushed to slide the
on and off switch from an on position to an off position or an off
position to an on position; a cross-bar coupled to the on and off
switch, the cross-bar to assist activating or shutting-off the
electric motor; a swivel cord coupled to the housing, the swivel
cord in electrical communication with the electric motor, the
swivel cord to provide electrical power to the electric motor and
the swivel cord swivels in any direction to allow the multiple
purpose hair dryer to move in any direction; a heating element
contained within the housing, the heating element provides heat to
the blower fan, the heating element is powered by the electric
motor; an elongated head coupled to the housing, the elongated head
receiving blown hot air from the blower fan or cold air, the
elongated head includes a top portion and a bottom portion, the top
portion includes a plurality of downward bristles and a plurality
of vents and the bottom portion includes a plurality of upward
bristles and a plurality of vents; and a plurality of screws
fastening the first half the housing and the second half of the
housing together.
11. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the housing is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene.
12. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the electric motor provides power to the blower fan.
13. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the blower fan is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene.
14. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the on and off switch is made of acrylonitrile butadiene
styrene.
15. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the cross-bar is made of steel.
16. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the fasteners are made of steel.
17. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the heating element has a plurality of heating coils that generates
heat that is blown by the blower fan onto the elongated head.
18. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the upward bristles and the downward bristles intersect alongside
each other when the top portion and the bottom portion are clamped
together producing a round-brush effect.
19. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the upward and the downward bristles are made of boar type
bristles.
20. The multiple purpose hair dryer according to claim 10, wherein
the top portion and the bottom portion of the elongated head.
Description
[0001] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional
Application 61/725,676 filed on Nov. 13, 2012, the entire
disclosure of which is incorporated by reference.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] 1. Field of the Invention
[0003] The present invention is a hair dryer. More specifically,
the present invention is a multiple purpose hair dryer.
[0004] 2. Description of the Related Art
[0005] Currently users may hold a blow dryer in one hand and a
brush in the other hand while trying to style hair. The multiple
purpose hair dryer is a convenient, portable and compact tool that
allows a user to experience salon-quality results at home, without
having to wrestle with multiple accessories and without needing a
separate flat iron, which may damage hair. Made of safe, durable,
heat-resistant material, the multiple purpose hair dryer features
approximate half inch boar bristles disposed on the top and bottom
brush sections. The bristles intersect closely alongside each other
when the brush sections are clamped together, for an effective,
efficient round-brush effect. Hot or cold airflow runs through both
brushes, which leaves each section of hair looking smooth, shiny
and silky, from the roots all the way down to the ends. The
multiple purpose hair dryer also features a spring-loaded hinge for
ease of use, a swivel power cord and an easy-to-clean vent, which
also helps prevent overheating. The multiple purpose hair dryer is
an indispensable, hassle-free styling tool that saves time and
effort.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0006] The present invention is a hair dryer. More specifically,
the present invention is a multiple purpose hair dryer.
[0007] The present invention is a multiple purpose hair dryer
includes a housing having a first half and a second half, an
electric motor contained within the housing, the electric motor
provides power to the multiple purpose hair dryer, a blower fan
contained within the housing, the blower fan is in electrical
communication with the electric motor and a slidable on and off
switch coupled to the housing, the on and off switch includes a
raised vertical tab that is pushed to slide the on and off switch
from an on position to an off position or an off position to an on
position. The present invention may also include a cross-bar
coupled to the on and off switch, the cross-bar to assist
activating or shutting-off the electric motor, a swivel cord
coupled to the housing, the swivel cord in electrical communication
with the electric motor, the swivel cord to provide electrical
power to the electric motor and the swivel cord swivels in any
direction to allow the multiple purpose hair dryer to move in any
direction, a heating element contained within the housing, the
heating element provides heat to the blower fan, the heating
element is powered by the electric motor and an elongated head
coupled to the housing, the elongated head receiving blown hot air
from the blower fan or cold air, the elongated head includes a top
portion and a bottom portion, the top portion includes a plurality
of downward bristles and a plurality of vents and the bottom
portion includes a plurality of upward bristles and a plurality of
vents and a plurality of screws fastening the first half the
housing and the second half of the housing together.
[0008] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that may be utilized with one hand and
is lightweight to simultaneously blow dry and style hair for
professional-salon results, even when utilized at home.
[0009] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that results in quicker and easier
styling while eliminating having to hold a blow dryer in one hand
and a hairbrush in the other hand.
[0010] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that provides a round-brush effect from
a pair of sets of bristles that intersect alongside each other when
top and bottom brush sections are clamped together.
[0011] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that provides hot or cold air that
circulates through a top section and a bottom section.
[0012] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that results in less damage to hair
compared to utilizing a flat iron.
[0013] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that leaves hair with a silky shine
while smoothing out hair cuticles.
[0014] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that provides a spring-loaded hinge
similar to a conventional flat iron that provides comfort and ease
of use, even for users with limited hand mobility, such as users
with carpal tunnel syndrome.
[0015] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that provides a swivel cord that
prevents a power cable from tangling and easy handling during the
styling process.
[0016] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that has a sleek and compact design
that measures no more than thirteen inches long while a top section
and a bottom section remain closed when not in use.
[0017] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
multiple purpose hair dryer that has a plurality of versatile
applications and may be utilized in a professional salon or at
home.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0018] The present invention will be described by way of exemplary
embodiments, but not limitations, illustrated in the accompanying
drawings in which like references denote similar elements, and in
which:
[0019] FIG. 1 illustrates a side perspective view of a multiple
purpose hair dryer, in accordance with one embodiment of the
present invention.
[0020] FIG. 2 illustrates a side perspective view of a multiple
purpose hair dryer, in accordance with one embodiment of the
present invention.
[0021] FIG. 3 illustrates a side exploded perspective view of a
multiple purpose hair dryer, in accordance with one embodiment of
the present invention.
[0022] FIG. 4 illustrates a front view of a multiple purpose hair
dryer, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention.
[0023] FIG. 5 illustrates an overhead view of a multiple purpose
hair dryer, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention.
[0024] FIG. 6 illustrates a side perspective view of a heating
element, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention.
[0025] FIG. 7 illustrates an overhead view of a top portion of an
elongated head, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention.
[0026] FIG. 8 illustrates an overhead perspective view of a bottom
portion of an elongated head, in accordance with one embodiment of
the present invention.
[0027] FIG. 9 illustrates an overhead view of an on and off switch
in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS
[0028] Various aspects of the illustrative embodiments will be
described using terms commonly employed by those skilled in the art
to convey the substance of their work to others skilled in the art.
However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the
present invention may be practiced with only some of the described
aspects. For purposes of explanation, specific numbers, materials
and configurations are set forth in order to provide a thorough
understanding of the illustrative embodiments. However, it will be
apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may
be practiced without the specific details. In other instances,
well-known features are omitted or simplified in order not to
obscure the illustrative embodiments.
[0029] Various operations will be described as multiple discrete
operations, in turn, in a manner that is most helpful in
understanding the present invention however the order of
description should not be construed as to imply that these
operations are necessarily order dependent. In particular, these
operations need not be performed in the order of presentation.
[0030] The phrase "in one embodiment" is used repeatedly. The
phrase generally does not refer to the same embodiment, however, it
may. The terms "comprising", "having" and "including" are
synonymous, unless the context dictates otherwise.
[0031] FIG. 1 illustrates a side perspective view of a multiple
purpose hair dryer 100, in accordance with one embodiment of the
present invention. The multiple purpose hair dryer 100 illustrated
in FIG. 1 is in an open position that may receive and treat
hair.
[0032] FIG. 2 illustrates a side perspective view of a multiple
purpose hair dryer 200, in accordance with one embodiment of the
present invention. The multiple purpose hair dryer 200 illustrated
in FIG. 2 is in a closed position that may not be capable of
receiving and treating hair.
[0033] FIG. 3 illustrates a side exploded perspective view of a
multiple purpose hair dryer 300, in accordance with one embodiment
of the present invention. The multiple purpose hair dryer 300 may
include a housing 310, an electric motor 320, a blower fan 330, an
on and off switch 340, a cross-bar 350, a swivel cord 360, a
heating element 370, an elongated head 380 and a plurality of
fasteners 390.
[0034] The housing 310 may include a first half 310A and a second
half 310B. The electric motor 320 may provide power to the multiple
purpose hair dryer 300. The housing 310 may include a first half
310A and a second half 310B. The housing 310 may be made of
acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or ABS or other suitable material.
The electric motor 320 may also be contained within the housing
310. The blower fan 330 may also produce relatively hot air that
may be blown by the blower fan 330 or blow cold air. The blower fan
330 may be contained within the housing 310. The blower fan 330 may
be in electrical communication with the electric motor 320 wherein
the electric motor 320 provides electric power to the blower fan
330. The blower fan 330 may be made of acrylonitrile butadiene
styrene or ABS or other suitable material. The on and off switch
340 may be a slidable on and off switch 342 that may be slid from
an on position to an off position or an off position to an on
position. The on and off switch 340 may be coupled to the housing
310. The on and off switch 340 may turn-on or shut-off the electric
motor 320. The on and off switch 340 may be made of acrylonitrile
butadiene styrene or ABS or other suitable material. The cross-bar
350 may be coupled to the on and off switch 340 to assist
activating or shutting-off the electric motor 320. The cross-bar
350 may be made of steel or other suitable material. The swivel
cord 360 may be coupled to the housing 310 or other suitable
location of the multiple purpose hair dryer 300. The swivel cord
360 may provide electrical power to the electric motor 320 which
provides electric power to the blower fan 330. The swivel cord 360
may swivel in any direction to allow the multiple purpose hair
dryer 300 to move in any direction. The heating element 370 may
provide heat to the blower fan 330. The heating element 370 may be
contained within the housing 310. The elongated head 380 may be
coupled to the housing 310. The elongated head 380 may include a
top portion 382 and a bottom portion 384. The fasteners 390 may
fasten the first half 310A and a second half 310B of the housing
310 together. The fasteners 390 may be a plurality of screws 390A
or other suitable types of fasteners such as bolts and rivets (not
shown). The fasteners 390 may be made of steel or other suitable
material.
[0035] FIG. 4 illustrates a front view of a multiple purpose hair
dryer 400, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention. The multiple purpose hair dryer 400 illustrated in FIG.
4 is in a closed position. FIG. 5 illustrates an overhead view of a
multiple purpose hair dryer 500, in accordance with one embodiment
of the present invention. The multiple purpose hair dryer 500
illustrated in FIG. 5 is in a closed position.
[0036] FIG. 6 illustrates a side perspective view of a heating
element 600, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention. The heating element 600 may have a diamond shape 600A or
other suitable shape. The heating element 600 may have a plurality
of heating coils 610 on each side. The heating coils 610 may
generate heat that may be blown by the blower fan (FIG. 3, 330)
into the elongated head (FIG. 3, 380). The heating element 600 may
be powered by the electric motor (FIG. 3, 320).
[0037] FIG. 7 illustrates an overhead view of a top portion 702 of
an elongated head 700, in accordance with one embodiment of the
present invention.
[0038] The top portion 702 may include a plurality of downward
bristles 704 and a plurality of vents 706. The downward bristles
704 may be in a horizontal configuration or other suitable
configuration. The downward bristles 704 may be made of boar type
bristles or other suitable material. The vents 706 may allow heated
air blown from the blower fan (FIG. 3, 330) to be expelled out of
the top portion 702 onto a user's hair. The top portion 702 may be
made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or ABS or other suitable
material.
[0039] FIG. 8 illustrates an overhead perspective view of a bottom
portion 802 of an elongated head 800, in accordance with one
embodiment of the present invention.
[0040] The bottom portion 802 may include a plurality of upward
bristles 804 and a plurality of vents 806. The upward bristles 804
may be in a horizontal configuration or other suitable
configuration. The upward bristles 804 and the downward bristles
(FIG. 7, 704) intersect alongside each other when the top portion
702 and the bottom portion 802 are clamped together producing a
round-brush effect. The upward bristles 804 may be made of boar
type bristles or other suitable material. The vents 806 allow
heated air blown from the blower fan (FIG. 3, 330) to be expelled
out of the bottom portion 802 onto a user's hair. The bottom
portion 802 may be made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or ABS
or other suitable material.
[0041] FIG. 9 illustrates an overhead view of an on and off switch
900, in accordance with one embodiment of the present
invention.
[0042] The on and off switch 900 may include a raised vertical tab
910. The raised vertical tab 910 may be pushed to slide the on and
off switch 910 from an on position to an off position or an off
position to an on position.
[0043] While the present invention has been related in terms of the
foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that
the invention is not limited to the embodiments described. The
present invention can be practiced with modification and alteration
within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Thus, the
description is to be regarded as illustrative instead of
restrictive on the present invention.
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