Abstract: A workstation for a material handling system is provided. The system may include a plurality of vehicles for retrieving items from a plurality of storage locations located in one or more racks. The workstation is configured to accommodate the vehicles so that the vehicles drive into the workstation and drive upwardly along a track in the workstation. In one configuration, the track is configured to tilt the vehicle at a predetermined angle relative to the horizon as the vehicle is driven upwardly. After the vehicle is tilted to the predetermined angle the vehicle continues to drive upwardly while maintaining the predetermined angle.

Abstract: A workstation for a material handling system is provided. The system may include a plurality of vehicles for retrieving items from a plurality of storage locations located in one or more racks. The workstation is configured to accommodate the vehicles so that the vehicles drive into the workstation and drive upwardly along a track in the workstation. In one configuration, the track is configured to tilt the vehicle at a predetermined angle relative to the horizon as the vehicle is driven upwardly. After the vehicle is tilted to the predetermined angle the vehicle continues to drive upwardly while maintaining the predetermined angle.

Abstract: A workstation for a material handling system is provided. The system may include a plurality of vehicles for retrieving items from a plurality of storage locations located in one or more racks. The workstation is configured to accommodate the vehicles so that the vehicles drive into the workstation and drive upwardly along a track in the workstation. In one configuration, the track is configured to tilt the vehicle at a predetermined angle relative to the horizon as the vehicle is driven upwardly. After the vehicle is tilted to the predetermined angle the vehicle continues to drive upwardly while maintaining the predetermined angle.

Abstract: A workstation for a material handling system is provided. The system may include a plurality of vehicles for retrieving items from a plurality of storage locations located in one or more racks. The workstation is configured to accommodate the vehicles so that the vehicles drive into the workstation and drive upwardly along a track in the workstation. In one configuration, the track is configured to tilt the vehicle at a predetermined angle relative to the horizon as the vehicle is driven upwardly. After the vehicle is tilted to the predetermined angle the vehicle continues to drive upwardly while maintaining the predetermined angle.

Abstract: A workstation for a material handling system is provided. The system may include a plurality of vehicles for retrieving items from a plurality of storage locations located in one or more racks. The workstation is configured to accommodate the vehicles so that the vehicles drive into the workstation and drive upwardly along a track in the workstation. In one configuration, the track is configured to tilt the vehicle at a predetermined angle relative to the horizon as the vehicle is driven upwardly. After the vehicle is tilted to the predetermined angle the vehicle continues to drive upwardly while maintaining the predetermined angle.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide systems and methods for an ensemble of decision trees that assists in selection of a predicted action to achieve a desired outcome based on an input comprising a set of feature values, such as an input feature vector for a particular instance. The predicted action may represent an optimal or best action, from the plurality of possible actions, for achieving the desired outcome.

Abstract: Light-blocking window curtains are disclosed having a light-blocking laminated layer comprising an outer fabric layer and a polymeric light-blocking layer, and an inner fabric layer spaced from the light-blocking laminated layer. The light-blocking laminated layer may be secured to the inner fabric layer along their respective top and side edges, while remaining unsecured along their respective bottom edges.

Abstract: Bath curtain rod assemblies are disclosed comprising axially movable tubes that may be locked into position in relation with each other. A contact end is extended from one of the tubes to engage and press against a bath support structure to firmly secure the assembly in place. The contact end includes at least one hole for receiving a mechanical fastener such as a screw, which allows the installer to choose whether or not to use mechanical fasteners when installing the rod assembly. The bath curtain rod assemblies may be installed quickly and easily in bath and shower stalls without the necessity of mechanical fasteners or adhesives, while allowing the installer to use mechanical fasteners if desired.

Abstract: Bath curtain rod assemblies are disclosed comprising axially movable tubes that may be locked into position in relation with each other. A contact end is extended from one of the tubes to engage and press against a bath support structure to firmly secure the assembly in place. The contact end includes at least one hole for receiving a mechanical fastener such as a screw, which allows the installer to choose whether or not to use mechanical fasteners when installing the rod assembly. The bath curtain rod assemblies may be installed quickly and easily in bath and shower stalls without the necessity of mechanical fasteners or adhesives, while allowing the installer to use mechanical fasteners if desired.

Abstract: Bath curtain rod assemblies are disclosed comprising axially movable tubes that may be locked into position in relation with each other. A contact end is extended from one of the tubes to engage and press against a bath support structure to firmly secure the assembly in place. The bath curtain rod assemblies may be installed quickly and easily in bath and shower stalls without the necessity of screws or adhesives.

Abstract: A corner caddy includes a basket assembly and a bracket configured to be coupled to the basket assembly wherein the bracket includes a spreader, a first contact member pivotally connected to a first end of the spreader, a second contact member pivotally connected to a second end of the spreader, a first adhesive positioned adjacent to an outer surface of the first contact member, and a second adhesive positioned adjacent to an outer surface of the second contact member.

Abstract: A window rod assembly includes a support rod extending between first and second arms, the support rod including first and second rod portions, wherein the first rod portion is configured to slideably engage the second rod portion; a fastener for maintaining a fixed spatial relationship between the first and second rod portions; a force adjuster positioned in one of the first and second rod portions; a first end bracket coupled to the first arm, the first end bracket including a first part configured to be positioned adjacent to a first interior surface of an opening; and a second end bracket coupled to the second arm, the second end bracket including a first part configured to be positioned adjacent to a second interior surface of the opening.

Abstract: A pole caddy includes a pole having first and second rods, each rod having an end cap adjacent an end thereof; one or more shelves coupled to the pole; and a locking mechanism for securing the second rod in a desired axial position with respect to the first rod, wherein at least one of the end caps is axially adjustable and comprises a contact member rotatably mounted on the at least one end cap, and configured to contact a supporting surface.

Abstract: A shower curtain hook includes a generally S-shaped member including a top portion configured to slideably engage a rod having a first diameter, and a bottom portion; the top portion including a curved section and a straight section extending from one end of the curved section; and a ball attached to an end of the straight section, wherein a distance between the ball and the bottom portion is smaller the first diameter.

Abstract: A curtain rod assembly includes a support rod extending between the two end brackets and configured to be mounted between opposing walls of a window casement, and an extendable curtain rod support arm extending from each of the end brackets and shaped to hold one or two curtain rods.

Abstract: A shower curtain hook includes a hoop portion, a lower portion, a hinge coupling a first end of the hoop portion to a first end of the lower portion, and a clasp for coupling a second end of the lower portion to a second end the hoop portion. The lower portion can be generally V-shaped or generally U-shaped.

Abstract: Bath curtain rod assemblies are disclosed comprising axially movable tubes that may be locked into position in relation with each other. A contact end is extended from one of the tubes to engage and press against a bath support structure to firmly secure the assembly in place. The bath curtain rod assemblies may be installed quickly and easily in bath and shower stalls without the necessity of screws or adhesives.

Abstract: Shower curtain tension rods comprising a stationary rod, movable rod and adjustable end cap are disclosed. The movable rod may telescope in the stationary rod and may be secured in an axially extended position with respect to the stationary rod. The adjustable end cap may be axially extended from the movable rod and/or stationary rod to provide greater holding force for the tension rod. The shower curtain tension rods may be installed quickly and easily in various sizes of bath and shower stalls.

Abstract: A one-piece or two-piece slipcover for covering upholstered furniture has a gathering device at each corner to gather any excess material of the slipcover to provide a neat, tailored look to the slipcover. The gathering device may be an elastic strip, a fabric tab having hook and loop fasteners secured to the surfaces thereof, or a drawstring.

Abstract: A slip covered sofa having removable seat cushions which are separately slip covered by a single bag-like cover into which the seat cushions are inserted and which has excess material extending beyond the cushions, the excess material being and folded under the cushions at each end to hold the material on the upper surface of the cushions taut when the cushions are in place on the sofa.