Novelty hand-held fan and object holder
US9377024B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04D25/084
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hand-held fan and object holder generally comprises: a housing that can be readily grasped and held by a user; a fan positioned near an upper end of the housing that rotates with respect to the housing and is powered by a motor and power source enclosed within the housing; and a candy item positioned at a lower end of the housing. A switch is positioned on an exterior surface of the housing between the fan and the candy item, allowing the user to selectively energize the motor and rotate the fan while grasping the housing. The resulting hand-held fan and object holder is a novelty product with great consumer appeal, especially to children.
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