US 10822165

US Patent 10822165, titled "Waterproof induction actuated container," was issued to Nine Stars Group USA Inc. on November 3, 2020, following an application filed on January 30, 2018. The inventors are Xin Wang and Jiangqun Chen.

Abstract:
The patent describes a waterproof induction container that includes a container body with a storage cavity and an opening, and an induction actuated container cover. The cover comprises a control housing, a cover panel, and an automatic driving arrangement. The control housing features side concealed compartments and a cover opening. The cover panel is pivotally mounted to the control housing to move between closed and opened positions. The automatic driving arrangement is housed within a side concealed compartment in a waterproof manner, protecting it from moisture, corrosive gas, and trash residuals.

Plain-language overview of independent claims:

• Independent Claim 1: This claim defines a waterproof induction container. It includes a container body and an induction-actuated cover. The cover has a control housing with sealed side compartments and a central opening. A cover panel is pivotally attached to the housing via a pivot shaft, allowing it to open and close. An automatic driving arrangement within one of the sealed compartments, connected to a sensor, controls the pivot shaft to open and close the cover panel. Crucially, the patent also claims an element that helps to initially push the cover panel open and partially supports its weight when closing, ensuring smooth operation.

Legal Status and Litigation:
The patent's legal status is "Active - Reinstated," with an adjusted expiration date of March 19, 2037. The patent family is noted to have ongoing litigation, including:

• A US case filed in the California Central District Court, identified as case number 5:24-cv-01843.
• A PTAB (Patent Trial and Appeal Board) case, IPR2025-01191, which has been filed and is currently "Pending - Instituted."