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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 26, 2013
Filed:
Jul. 30, 2009
Donald W. Bushman, Caledonia, MI (US);
Kalliopi S. Haley, Byron Center, MI (US);
Robert D. Faber, Grand Rapids, MI (US);
David M. Flower, Caledonia, MI (US);
Douglas K. Feenstra, Wyoming, MI (US);
Donald W. Bushman, Caledonia, MI (US);
Kalliopi S. Haley, Byron Center, MI (US);
Robert D. Faber, Grand Rapids, MI (US);
David M. Flower, Caledonia, MI (US);
Douglas K. Feenstra, Wyoming, MI (US);
Access Business Group International LLC, Ada, MI (US);
Abstract
An air freshener with customizable fragrances is disclosed. The air freshener accepts a plurality of fragrance modules, which allow a user to create customized fragrant environments. A fan and/or heating element are included to increase fragrance dispersal. Additional components may be included into the air freshener to provide enhancements to the user experience, including but not limited to a clock, timer, or a music player. The air freshener obtains power from a number of sources, such as AC mains or DC batteries. Energy storage devices located on board the air freshener may be charged by inductive or solar power. The air freshener may also include lighting elements and styling cues to integrate into the local environment.