ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 31 -- United States Patent no. 12,507,844, issued on Dec. 30.
"Magnetic coupling system for a removable toilet seat lid" was invented by David M. Seigler (Raleigh, N.C.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The invention is a magnetic coupling system for use with a removable toilet seat lid. The system includes a hinge arm configured for attachment to a toilet bowl. The hinge arm incorporates a coated magnet that extends from a base surface. The toilet lid is formed with a recessed insert configured to receive the coated magnet via magnetic attraction. When the lid is installed, a secure, stable connection is achieved that holds the lid in place during normal use. The connectio...