"Folding Playpen and Dual Sleeper"
"Folding Playpen and Components Thereof"

IP Approach is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Folding playpen and dual sleeper” and “Folding playpen and components thereof” which includes U.S. Granted Patent  US 9,155,402 B1; US 10,080,444 B2 and US 12,042,063 B2 and its foreign counterpart WO 2015035036 A1 and WO 2022256318 A1 assigned to Cappybug LLC. The IP relates to children's playpen, and more particularly to a folding playpen.

The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

  • The invention can be quickly collapsed or disassembled into their compact collapsed state for transport and storage in the carrying case with wheels.
  • The invention provides a central divider extending between opposing sides of the flexible covering to separate an interior of the playpen into multiple areas.
  • The invention can be safely used with more than one child.
  • The invention provides the panels that have fastener portions at ends opposite from the playpen sides and are fastened one to the other to divide an interior of the playpen into at least two interior portions.
  • The invention’s fastener portions can be a hook and loop, snap, zipper, and button fasteners.
  • The invention provides a flexible mesh to cover the collapsed frame assembly of the playpen and is expandable to conform to the collapsed and expanded configurations of the frame assembly.
  • The invention’s flexible mesh can be of many known configurations that include the characteristics of being flexible, having a plurality of holes there through to permit air flow and to allow visibility there through.
  • The invention can be used as a portable playpens for pets/animals with a divider to separate baby animals.
  • The invention includes an intermediate brace comprising a central hinge such that it can be selectively folded upon itself.
  • The invention frame assembly is selectively collapsible from an extended configuration to a storage configuration by vertically translating the central support block from a lower position to a position proximate to a top of the uprights.
  • The invention playpen includes a removable bottom pad, separate from the flexible covering or mesh, on which a child can sit, rest, or play.
  • The invention playpen is supported above the floor level on which it rests by a plurality of support feet that are typically formed of a resilient material to prevent slippage on a smooth floor surface and to prevent the playpen from scratching the floor surface.
  • The invention comprises of a flexible mesh can be of many known configurations that include the characteristics of being flexible, having a plurality of holes to permit air flow and to allow visibility.
  • The invention defines a stroller that can include a 3 in 1 bassinet and is configured such that a bassinet seat for children from newborns to about 6 months can be converted into a stroller seat. Further, the bassinet can go from a bassinet employed in a play yard, to a bassinet on a stand, to a bassinet on stroller to a stroller seat.
  • The invention includes an actuator for switching between the lock and unlock modes of the center support block actuator with Bluetooth connectivity. The cellphone, with Bluetooth connectivity, can transmits a signal to the actuator to rotate the disk between the first mode of the operation and the second mode of operation.
  • The invention device includes a processor that can send a signal to the cellphone indicating that the adapter is not properly connected to the bassinet to be displayed on a phone as a warning.
  • The invention bassinet can be secured to the stroller using an adapter. The bassinet’s ability to connect to the stroller and the playpen can enable the user to continuously use the bassinet even when, e.g., the user moves the bassinet from one environment (e.g., outdoor) into another environment (indoor).
  • The invention stroller can include a lock which can hold the stroller when it is folded. The stroller also includes a strap that can be connected to the frame of the stroller and enable the user to carry the stroller.

The global Baby Safe Playpen market is estimated to grow from USD 29 billion in 2024 to USD 47.86 billion in 2031, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.42% during the forecast period.

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"Manufacturing Process for Molded Footwear"

IP Approach is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Manufacturing process for molded footwear” which includes U.S. Granted Patent US 11,813,816 B2, its application patent US 2024034018 A1 and its foreign counterparts AU 2022256361 A1, CA 3216504 A1, CN 117642099 A, EP 4322790 A1 and WO 2022221102 A1 assigned to Wayve Inc. The present invention relates to footwear apparel, and more specifically to molded footwear.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

  • The invention offers a way for attaching a single structure to an upper securely.
  • The molded material used in the invention is polyurethane, thermoplastic polyurethane, Ethylene-vinyl acetate, rubber, Polyvinyl Chloride, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, and their variants. Also, the materials can be bio based materials such as materials made from sugarcane, corn, or bacterial cultures and variants thereof, or any other moldable materials.
  • The invention has the internal cavity that can be created by the use of an insert which utilizes a highly porous or absorbent material to form a pseudo-cavity which allows the injection molded material to readily flow into and through the internal cavity until the molded material hardens or sets.
  • The invention includes a collar which tightly cover and surround a portion of a user's ankle, as well as provides support to the ankle area and prevent debris from entering into the interior of the shoe.
  • The invention molding material bonds internally within the cavity, internally within the perforations, and externally to the shoe upper and the strobel board but within the mold cavity, thus forming a sole which is integrally locked to the upper.

The global Footwear Manufacturing Machinery market is estimated to grow from USD 25.31 billion in 2022 to USD 33.98 billion by 2029, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.3% during the forecast period.

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"Footware Having Cushioning Between Sole and Upper

IP Approach is pleased to present the attached exclusive patent for sale “Footwear having cushioning between sole and upper” which includes U.S. Granted Patent US 9,961,960 B2 and its foreign counterpart WO 2015017920 A1 assigned to Richard Desmarais. The IP relates to shoes such as athletic shoes having a cushioning layer such as an air bladder between the sole and the shoe upper.

The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

  • The invention provides the combination of an air bag between the insole and outsole and ligatures tethering them provides for good cushioning and stability.
  • The invention provides ligature sets to stabilize lateral movement of the sole relative to the upper.
  • The invention provides upper bosses serve to anchor ligatures with shock absorbing capabilities.
  • The invention provides ligatures to limit both horizontal displacement between the upper and lower midsoles as well as imbalanced vertical forces acting on the shoe.
  • The invention allows the insole/upper midsole to “float” relative to the outsole leading to improved traction since more of the lowermost surface of the outsole may remain in contact with the ground when the wearer changes direction.

The global Athletic Footwear market is estimated to grow from USD 129.52 billion in 2022 to USD 228.26 billion in 2032, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.83% during the forecast period.

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"Shoe"

IP Approach is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Shoe” which includes U.S. Granted Patent US D728209 S1 assigned to Arefeh Mansouri. The IP relates to an ornamental design for a shoe.

The global Footwear market is estimated to grow from USD 409.50 billion in 2022 to USD 726.46 billion by 2032, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.9% during the forecast period.

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"Lighted Bottle Cap Apparatus"

IPApproach, LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Lighted bottle cap apparatus” which includes U.S. Granted Patent US 8,011,816 B1 assigned to William P. Janda. The IP relates generally to caps for sealing the opening of a bottle containing liquid. More particularly it relates to a lighted cap apparatus that provides entertainment by lighting the liquid and the bottle and providing an optional lighted advertisement.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

  • The invention helps the user to determine the volume of liquid remaining in the bottle when being carried in the dark.
  • The invention provides an entertaining multi-colored lighting display for a beverage bottle that will illuminate the liquid within the bottle as well as the bottle itself or an external light display that can incorporate an advertisement.
  • The invention features a removable cap with a lighting display that replaces the original cap sealing the beverage bottle.
  • The invention supports a vertically oriented advertisement member that can incorporate a lanyard mount which enables the bottle to be carried in a hands-free manner.
  • The invention that the multi-colored LED display will project light energy from the cap in multiple directions and have different colors that alternately or randomly flash to provide a pleasing visual effect.
  • The invention will illuminate the liquid to disperse the light and create a visually pleasing effect.
  • The invention provides an adaptor that will enable a standardized lighted cap apparatus to be utilized with substantially any bottle configuration.
  • The invention cap has an adaptor with a translucent panel which isolates the liquid within the bottle from the cap apparatus and allows the passage of light energy from the cap apparatus into the liquid remaining in the bottle container.
  • The invention cap apparatus includes a closure device associated with the central opening to keep the liquid within the bottle container from being dispensed from the bottle unless selectively opened to allow the dispensing of the liquid.
  • The invention provides a lighted bottle cap apparatus for use with multiple commercial bottle configurations, which is durable in construction, inexpensive to manufacture, carefree of maintenance, and simple and effective in use.

The global Caps and Closures market is estimated to grow from USD 69.88 billion in 2022 to USD 111.97 billion by 2029, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.07% during the forecast period.

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“Selectively Removable Wall Portable Container Assembly And Method Of Use”

IPApproach, LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale Selectively Removable Wall Portable Container Assembly and Method of Usewhich includes U.S. Granted Patent US 11,345,513 B2 assigned to Bianca Rachel Alberti. The IP relates to  portable containers with selectively removable lids.

The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

  • The invention enables the user to access the container's contents without necessarily having to remove the lid.
  • A user can gain access to the container cavity by utilizing the slidable sidewall portion.
  • When stacking multiple containers on top of another, as a user can access contents within a container on a bottom of the stack without having to remove the other containers on top of it.
  • The selectively removable wall portable container assembly is made up of lightweight materials (e.g., plastic, PVC, acrylic, rubber, or any other material that is lightweight, sturdy, and durable).
  • The selectively removable wall portable container is easily transportable.
  • The container cavity is shaped and sized to be capable of holding approximately 16-20 gallons.
  • The sidewall includes a polymeric gasket which is designed to prevent moisture and/or debris from entering into the container cavity when the assembly is in the encapsulated configuration.

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“Massage Board"

IPApproach, LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patents for license Massage Boardwhich includes U.S. Granted Design Patent US D953548 S1 assigned to Tobias Kenneth A. The IP relates to an ornamental design for a massage board.

The massage equipment market  is estimated to grow from USD 1758.13 Million in 2021 to USD 2982.81 Million by 2027, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.21% during the forecast period.

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“Tactile Feedback Shoe Sole"

IP Approach is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Tactile Feedback Shoe Sole” which includes U.S. patent US 10,813,408 B2  assigned to Adam Michaels Urbin. The IP relates to providing feedback to a user of footwear toward attaining a desired gait during walking or running.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

  • Provides a footwear article that helps a user in correcting pronation and supination.
  • It is configured to provide feedback for encouraging rearfoot running.
  • It can be used as an insole instead of being an integral part of a footwear article.
  • It can be inserted into any conventional shoe.
  • It helps a user in switching from one running technique to another.

The global foot insoles market is estimated to grow from USD 3.1 billion in 2020 to USD 4.60 billion by 2027, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast period.

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“Shawl Blanket with Feet Pockets Foldable into a Pillow"

IPApproach, LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Shawl blanket with feet pockets foldable into a pillow” which includes U.S. patent US 10,966,553 B2 assigned to Wilson Brown April R. The IP relates to a shawl blanket with multiple pockets, such that the blanket may be folded up and tucked into one of the pockets to be used as a pillow.

The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

  • Operates as a pillow and a blanket while traveling for car rides, daycare, home, and stadium games, and also while at home.
  • Easier to fold into a pillow and to unfold.
  • Provides comfort and support for a user's head.

The global blanket market is estimated to grow from USD 17 billion in 2018 to USD 23.13 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during the forecast period.

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“System and Method for Remotely Generating Sound from a Musical Instrument”

IPApproach, LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patents for sale “System and method for remotely generating sound from a musical instrument” which includes U.S. patents US 8,314,322 B2, US 9,305,533 B2 , US 9,589,551 B2, US 10,186,241 B2 & US 10,199,021 B2 and US patent applications US20190108822A1, US20190114999A1 & US2019130882A1 assigned to Eric Aaron Langberg. The IP relates to the field of music creation and musical instruments. More particularly the invention relates to generating sounds from a musical instrument without direct contact between a musician and the musical instrument.

The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

  • It enables the playing of a musical instrument without the musician having to physically touch it so the musician may play multiple instruments at the same.
  • It enables a musician to play one instrument and generate sound from a different instrument (eg. play a keyboard but sound comes from an acoustic guitar)
  • It enables switching back and forth between different instruments without having to stop playing.
  • It enables using a previously recorded signal to play a musical instrument, or play an instrument in a remote location.
  • Not a simulator – sound actually comes from the target instrument
  • It provides for a calibration system to improve the accuracy of the instrument response
  • It enables integrating portions of the system into an acoustic guitar

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"Brassiere Support System"

IP Approach is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale BRASSIERE SUPPORT SYSTEMwhich includes U.S Patent 7,753,758 B1 assigned to Juliet L. Arrington. The IP relates to a brassiere support system and more particularly pertains to a new brassiere adjusting device for adjusting the lifting properties of the shoulder straps of a brassiere.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages,

  • Adjust the lifting properties of the shoulder straps of a brassiere.
  • The shoulder straps will lift the cups of the brassiere in different directions and at different heights depending on where the connector is positioned relative to the back strap.
  • The peripheral edge is rounded for comfort.

The global Bra market is estimated to grow from USD 24.97 billion in 2018 to USD 34.91 billion by 2026, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.1% during the forecast period.

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"Combination Sink Strainer and Stopper"

IPApproach LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patent for sale “Combination Sink Strainer And Stopper” which includes U.S Granted Patent US 9,869,076 B1 assigned to Michael Harris. The IP relates to heat and temperature monitoring device comprising a housing, microcontroller and sensor configured to determine an amount of heat adjacent to the device.

The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

  • The invention improves the combination sink strainer and stopper.
  • The strainer cup includes a plurality of openings to provide straining for debris over a predetermined size of the openings.
  • The invention provides a solution to the type of strainer which tends not to adequately seal over time and thus stops in its intended use of being a stopper.

The Kitchen Sink market is estimated to grow from USD 2.4 billion in 2018 to USD 3.1 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.8% during the 2019-2025 period.

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"Systems and Methods for Securing Portions of a Cord"

IPApproach LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patents for sale “Systems and methods for securing portions of a cord” which includes U.S. Granted Patents US 8,042,232 B2, US 8,407,864 B2 & US 9,644,656 B2 assigned to Cord Controller LLC . The IP relates to system and method for securing a coiled portion of an electrical cord, cable, or a rope. The technology disclosed provides the following  advantages:

    • Coil retainer reduce the danger as well as decrease the unsightliness of any excess cord on the floor attached to a floor lamp, or other electrical furnishings.
    • Using the coil retainer will increase safety in the home by controlling the cords lying unsightly on the floor and will help avoid anyone tripping on the excess cord. 
    • The coil retainer increases user safety when there is an excessive length of cord from unit to wall outlet and the cord is lying in danger.
    • The coil retainer reduce the danger and increases the efficiency of storing electrical cords permanently attached to small electrical appliances, i.e. iron, toaster, mixer, hair dryer, etc.

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“SHOWER CURTAIN RESTRAINER”

IPApproach LLC is pleased to present the attached exclusive patent for sale “Shower Curtain Restrainer” which includes U.S. Patent US 10,206,543 B2 assigned to Data Analysts LLC. The IP relates to shower/bath accessories. More particularly, to the shower curtain accessories. The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

  • The present invention  provides a shower curtain restrainer which is effective and easy to use and to apply to shower curtains. 
  • More effective than magnets, which do not adhere to tubs not containing metal (i.e. iron).
  • More effective than shower curtain weights, which only pull downward on the curtain, not outward snugly toward the tub rim.
  • More effective than suction cups, which do not maintain their adhesion on many surfaces, and lose their suction over time. 
  • The elongated body of the restrainer has a length capable of spanning a distance between a selected point on the shower curtain and a point below an edge of the rim of the bathtub.
  • The weight element of the restrainer is coupled to the weight end and positioned below the rim outside the bathtub.
  • The fulcrum point is formed at the rim contacted by the elongated body intermediate the engagement end and the weight end, imparting a horizontal force on the shower curtain, outwardly toward the bathtub rim, and pressing the curtain against it.
  • Detaches at a safety joiner = no risk of entanglement/falls as a result of using the accessory.
  • Moves back and forth with the shower curtain as it opens and closes, maintaining easy access into and out of the bathtub.

The global shower curtain retail market is projected to grow from USD 1.19 billion in 2018 to USD 1.75 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 8%.

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"Wearable, Combined Garment and Mastectomy Prosthesis"

IPApproach LLC is pleased to present the exclusive patents for sale “WEARABLE, COMBINED GARMENT AND MASTECTOMY PROSTHESIS” which include U.S. Patent US 8702471 B2 assigned to Linda C. Lyman. The IP relates to a combination garment and prosthesis for patients who had surgery or treatment for chest and abdominal trauma, including patients having undergone chest and/or abdominal surgery.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

  • It is useful for patients, predominantly female, who have had surgery or treatment for chest and abdominal trauma,
    undergone chest and/or abdominal surgery, or treatment for ventral traumatic or epidermal conditions or injuries,
    such as post-op mastectomy, burn, heart and lung surgery.
  • Combined garment/prosthesis providing protection for the sensitive post-operative skin areas against bumping in public or from chafing and irritation, for example, by garments or an automotive seat belt.
  • Prosthesis is flexible and configured with a natural breast top surface slope while not being rigid, and having sufficient compliance to present a natural appearance.
  • It does not put pressure on the chest or abdominal wall, and can serve as an undergarment like a bra, as well as a part of a fashionable over-garment.
  • The inventive partial bra garment/prosthesis permits patients to reclaim their emotional sense of self while remaining highly fashionable and functionally and enables patients to participate in a full range of public events.
  • For patients, having to wear no prostheses, and thus loosing their figure, is psychically traumatic, and can lead to significant emotional scarring and thus present invention overcome these problems.

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“Computer-implemented method for facilitating the exchange of information between individuals”

IPApproach, LLC is pleased to present the attached exclusive patent for sale “Computer-implemented method for facilitating the exchange of information between individuals” which includes U.S. Patent US 10029178 assigned to Theodore M. Dunn. The IP relates to a method, for exchanging and facilitating the exchange of information between two or more individuals which can be implemented in contract bridge card games.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages,

  • Efficient exchange of information that overcome impediments associated with particular scenarios associated with existing computer-implemented information exchange.
  • Improve the ability of card game playing partners to more accurately assess, and therefore more accurately predict, each other's strategies and moves in a card game scenario.
  • This invention has widespread applicability, and will likely prove to be very effective as a learning tool that will continue to be adapted for use with other growing number of applications such as education-related learning environments.

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"CUP HOLDER WITH A HANDLE"

IPApproach, LLC, is pleased to present the exclusive patents for sale CUP HOLDER WITH A HANDLE” which includes U.S. Patent US9603474 assigned to Margaret E. Hill. The IP relates to a cup holder.

The technology disclosed provides the following advantages:

  • The cup holder provides a layer of insulation between the outer surface of the cup wall, and the hand of the user. Hence, adds protection against the temperature of the beverage.
  • The handle makes the cup easier to grip.
  • It provides greater carrying capacity in one hand.
  • It provides visibility for printed decoration in the holder or cup.
  • It can be used with all beverage cups including coffee cups, soda cups and cups for alcoholic beverages.
  • The handle material can be selected from the group consisting of recyclable, biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials.
  • The cup holder can be used in conjunction with cups composed of Paper, Plastic, Styrofoam, or other materials.

The target price for this patent is $99,000.

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