Abstract: Protective gear for a wearer's body such as the joint of a limb, that has an attachment system with few components, and integrated with the protective gear. The attachment system uses straps that can be adjusted by a wearer once during a first use and, after removal, retain their adjustments for a second use by the same wearer. Securing the attachment system in place can be accompanied by an auditory signal.

Abstract: A cap includes a flexible body having a dome shape for conveniently conforming to a swimmer's head. The body includes an outer layer and an inner layer spaced from the outer layer such that a cavity is defined therebetween. The inner layer is provided with a plurality of conduits and a strap is integral with the outer layer and travels about a circumference of the cap. The present invention further includes a mechanism for effectively removing the stagnant air such that the inner layer can effectively maintain surface contact with the swimmer's hair and cooperate with the strap for preventing water from entering beneath the cap.

Abstract: A versatile head-to-foot wind and raincoat includes a coat body, a pair of extension portions, pant coverings, fixing devices and retaining units. The fixing devices are respectively affixed to lower portions of the pant covering, and provide a margin for the pant coverings to displace and extend without affecting free movement of extending and retracting the legs when wearing the pant coverings. Furthermore, when walking along a street, the street surface will not cause damage to the structure of the pant coverings. When the pant coverings are not needed, it can be folded away and retained in the retaining units. Furthermore, the wind and raincoat and a rain-hat structure combination structure is formed within a collar interlayer of the coat body. The coat body is furnished with upper and lower adjoining members, which, after mutual adjoining, form holding space structures for storing the folded pant coverings, and so on.

Abstract: A disposable clothing is used for protection against liquids or micro-organisms, in particular for medicine, chemistry or biotechnology. The clothing comprises, in particular a front part and sleeves (20) connected thereto. The clothing (10) is provided with an external layer (12) in the form of a non-woven air-permeable material. A barrier layer which is selected such that it is air permeable but liquid-proof, is applied to at least the side of the external layer (12) which is oriented towards a person wearing the clothing (10). The barrier layer is, at least in places, connected to the external layer. The non-woven material of the external layer (12) is a laminated material comprising spundbond and meltblown layers.

Abstract: An article of headwear is disclosed that includes a support and a material element secured to the support. The support extends around a periphery of the headwear and has an elongate structure that defines a first end portion and a second end portion. The support is flexed such that the first end portion overlaps the second end portion to define a loop with an interior area, and the end portions may have mating undulating configurations. The material element is secured to the support and extends around the interior area of the loop to define an aperture for receiving a head of an individual. The support may be flexed to form multiple loops and place the headwear in a collapsed configuration.

Abstract: The McEwing Fish Grabber is a leather, cloth, rubber, or heavy plastic glove that can be adjusted by straps or enclosures, that can fit around any Size right or left hand, with four fingers and one thumb, “five altogether,” With five foot long adjustible straps that extend out from the glove itself, To fit around any fishing pole. The five foot long adjustible straps that Extend out from the glove, can also be made into buckle straps or leather Or rubber enclosures.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pair of man's trousers which is adapted for use by preferably sportsmen and by other active persons, comprising a waist portion (2) connected to back and front portions (3, 4), which merged into each other or are interconnected at a crotch (5). The front portion (4) includes a pocket (7) sewn to its inner side and having an upper, inward directed, free edge portion (8), the vertical position of which can be adjusted relatively the waist portion (2), preferably by means of an adjustment member (9) extending from the waist portion (2), preferably with the aid of adjustment means (9) extending from the waist portion (2), for the purpose of adaptation to the location of the genital organs of the user and/or to the type of sport which the wearer is practicing.

Abstract: A method of attaching articles of clothing to one another wherein each article has a cut/hole located near the open end of the article, the method comprising a first step of inserting (slipping in) a first side of the first article through the cut/hole of the second article. Subsequent steps include pulling out the first side of the first article through the second side of the second article and pulling out the second side of the second article through the first side of the first article. The articles of clothing may be matched pair of socks.

Abstract: A connecting and retaining structure for a shoe covering and trouser leg combination includes a connecting portion, a retaining portion, an extension portion, a position fixing portion and a shoe covering, and is capable of covering of the leg portion of a user against rain. A periphery of the retaining portion forms a covering that enables the extension portion and the shoe covering to be retained therein. The shoe covering is joined to a lower end of the extension portion, and is provided with an opening, through which the shoe covering and the extension portion can be rolled up and then disposed within the retaining portion. The extension portion adopts a flexible soft lining having length longer than the connecting portion, and provides an allowance for displacement and extension of the legs of the user when wearing the shoe coverings, thereby enabling unhindered large extending movements of the legs.

Abstract: A pocket fastening system for a vest wherein the pocket has a backing plate and a plurality of fasteners positioned on the backing plate for receipt into recesses formed on horizontal webbing strips on the surface of the vest.

Abstract: A crash helmet assembly is provided including a lightweight shell or lattice of sufficiently rigid material and geometric design to surround but not contact the user's head. The helmet is affixed to a rigid vest-like garment by interconnecting rigid straps and braces such that the resulting combination deflects compression impact forces away from the head and neck and onto the user's shoulders and upper torso.

Abstract: A self-seeking, load-distributing, load-balancing and shock-managing head-engaging system for use inside, and in association with, the shell of a helmet, including (a) a collection of configurationally changeable, shock-absorbing pads removeably and changeably attached/attachable effectively as a variable distribution to the inside of such a shell, and (b) a cinchable, self-seeking/adjusting, self-load-balancing and load distributing chin-strap subsystem operatively associated with the pad distribution, and also attached to the shell. This sub-system is sensitive to the then-particularities of such a pad distribution, and is operable, on cinching of the subsystem through the simple act of pulling on just two strap ends, to stabilize the associated helmet shell on the head of a wearer, with all of the pads in the then-distribution of pads being thereby drawn into proper, defined, shock-managing, load-distributing and load-balancing condition relative to the wearer's head.

Abstract: There is disclosed a wiper blade apparatus (1). The wiper blade apparatus is suitable for use with protective headgear, the headgear for example including a visor. The apparatus disclosed includes a visor (2), at least one wiper blade (3), a motor (4) for driving the wiper blade (3) and attachment means (5) for attaching the apparatus (1) to the headgear (10) and for retaining the visor (2) of the apparatus (1) on a visor (11) of the headgear (10). The device of the invention can be fitted to a motorcycle helmet.

Abstract: A plumbing fixture, representatively a commode, is provided with a bowl odor-eliminating ventilation system having an exhaust fan portion which draws odor-causing fumes from the commode bowl through a closed inlet path and then discharges the fumes via a closed discharge path into the water side of the main trap structure of the commode beneath the surface of trap water therein. Fumes discharged into the trap water bubble upwardly therethrough into the air side of the trap for flow to the sanitary sewer line to which it is connected. Representatively, the exhaust fan is disposed in a water-tight chamber in the commode tank.

Abstract: A toilet system comprising: a cistern for containing flush water; a toilet having a bowl, the bowl having one or more apertures which are in fluid communication with a water intake aperture of the toilet and through which flush water flows when the toilet is flushed; a conduit for transporting flush water from the cistern to the water intake aperture; and a gas removal device positioned around the conduit and defining an inner aperture through which the conduit passes, there being a peripheral space between the exterior of the conduit and an inner surface of the inner aperture, and the gas removal device being operable to suck gas into the device through the inner surface of the inner aperture.

Abstract: The invention relates to a toilet seat affording hygienic environment by adding a water splash guard on the toilet seat. The water spray guard protects water escaping through the gap between the toilet seat and the toilet bowl by covering and rerouting the water flow into the toilet bowl when the water splash occurs. It is comprised of a strip element that is located on the underbody of the toilet seat and surrounds the partial or complete inner opening to cover the gap. The strip element is attached or molded to the conventional toilet seat, and its number can be increased for more protection and ornamentation. The invention also relates to a toilet seat having an inward slope on the top surface to facilitate the water flowing into the toilet bowl.

Abstract: An emptying apparatus for use with a toilet. The toilet includes a toilet bowl and a tank in communication with the bowl. A water supply is in communication with the tank. The apparatus includes a seat supported upon a rim of the toilet bowl, the seat exhibits a specified shape, size and thickness and includes at least one pull-out side drawer. A length of a rigid conduit projects from a side extending location of the seat. A sink is secured to an extending end of the conduit, typically in a laterally spaced relationship relative to the toilet bowl, the sink further including a recessed interior and an inner rim. A fluid line extends from the water supply, to a location proximate the sink inner rim, and includes an on/off valve such that it facilitates the drainage of fluidic contents poured into the sink to communicate through the conduit and be deposited within the toilet bowl.

Abstract: Disclosed is a flush toilet unit, which is capable of measuring a urine volume with a high degree of accuracy without making a significant change to a conventional water-closet structure.

Abstract: A low profile bathtub assembly having a bathtub with a bottom, side walls, and end walls wherein the first end wall has an overflow port and an angled portion having a drain port with both the drain port and overflow port fluidly connected to a drain assembly.

Abstract: A bathtub drain assembly for a bathtub having a bottom, side walls, and end walls wherein an end wall has an overflow port that is in fluid communication with a drain system and the bottom has a drain port that is fluidly connected to a drain pipe having a low profile portion.

Abstract: A spa control system controlled by an infrared beam. In one implementation, the spa control system has a sender device located at a target sender area of spa shell, and a receiver device located at a target receiver area of a spa shell. The system includes receiver electronics associated with the receiver device, in which the receiver electronics are configured to transmit a signal when a path of the infrared beam is interrupted. The system also includes one or more control units of the spa to receive the signal, and to adjust a function of the one or more control units according to the signal received.

Abstract: A spa system controlled by capacitive sensing. In one implementation, a spa control system includes a capacitive sensor to receive input from a spa user. The capacitive sensor is operable to sense a change in capacitance due to an object being in proximity with the capacitive sensor. The system includes a control unit coupled to the capacitive sensor to control at least one spa function.

Abstract: In some embodiments an apparatus to hold shower curtains is disclosed. The apparatus includes a shower bar and mounting brackets. The mounting brackets are connected to at least one wall to receive the shower bar. The shower bar may be made of a flexible material that has a rectangular cross section and a rounded upper edge. The rectangular cross section enables the shower curtains to lay flat on the bar. The flexible material may enable the shower bar to be flexed during installation or to absorb contact from an object. Other embodiments are otherwise disclosed herein.

Abstract: In some embodiments an apparatus to hold shower curtains is disclosed. The apparatus includes a shower bar and mounting brackets. The shower bar may be made of a flexible material that has a rectangular cross section and a rounded upper edge. The rectangular cross section enables the shower curtains to lay flat on the bar. The flexible material may enable the shower bar to be flexed during installation or to absorb contact from an object. The shower bar may come in pieces that are connectable to one another. The shower bar may be curved to substantially follow an arc of a bath tub. The mounting brackets may be removably connected to mounting surfaces. The mounting brackets may include suction cups. Other embodiments are otherwise disclosed herein.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and devices for protecting sanitary fixtures such as bathtubs and sinks during new construction. The methods and devices generally include pre-installing a sanitary fixture proxy that allows plumbing hookups to be performed before the sanitary fixture is installed. By allowing the basic plumbing process to be performed before the fixture is in place, the number of fixtures damaged during construction is greatly reduced.

Abstract: An upwardly open reservoir adapted for placement in a toilet flush tank is described. The reservoir is designed to be positioned directly below the float of a float actuated flush system. Flush water refill tubes and/or an overflow tube supply flush water separately to the flush tank and the reservoir. Under normal, non-leakage conditions an equilibrium water level is maintained in both the flush tank and the reservoir. Under conditions in which water leaks from the flush tank through the flush valve, the reservoir maintains a flush water level that is independent from the flush tank itself, such that the float is elevated to a level and maintained in a position that prevents a further flow of refill water into the flush tank. A secondary reservoir receives water from the overflow tube and provides water to the main reservoir to raise the float sufficiently to shut off water flow when water supply from the overflow tube stops.

Abstract: An emergency water release device comprises heating elements adapted to heat water, a shower and an eyewash, a valve and a controller which sends a first signal to turn off at least one of the plurality of heating elements when a temperature of the water exceeds a predetermined limit, and when a flow rate of the water is reduced to a reduced flow rate, the valve opens so that water is dispersed away from both the shower and the eyewash in an amount equal to the difference between the flow rate and the reduced flow rate. The heating elements form a first set electrically connected in series which provides heat for water to be dispensed by the shower, a second set electrically connected in series which provides heat for water to be dispensed by the eyewash. The first and second set of heating elements can be connected in parallel. The controller may also be configured to send a signal to another valve to open so that unheated water is mixed with heated water.

Abstract: Disclosed is a convertible sofa bed including a seat frame, a back frame, a support structure, a first and second linkage assembly pivotally coupling the seat frame to the back frame pivotally coupling the seat frame to the support structure and pivotally coupling the back frame to the support structure, and an electrical drive assembly coupled to the first and second linkage assemblies. The electrical drive assembly includes a motor mounted to the support structure, a first and second cable drive rotatably coupled to and extending from the motor, first and second threaded drive screws having an external thread, and first and second right angle gear boxes mounted to first and second aft portions of the support structure. The electrical drive assembly also includes first and second drive nut assemblies mounted to respective first and second linkage assemblies and respective threaded drive screws.

Abstract: According to the present disclosure, a transfer top adapted to carry a patient is transferable between a mobile base and a docking station in a hospital room. Thus, instead of transferring a patient between a stretcher and a hospital bed, the entire transfer top with the patient thereon is transferred between the mobile base and the docking station.

Abstract: A bed for a person is provided. The bed includes a frame, a deck including a seat section and a foot section movable relative to the seat section. The bed further including a mechanism that control movement of the foot section relative to the seat section.

Abstract: A patient support is disclosed having an adjustable length deck and a mattress positionable on the deck.

Abstract: A baby sleeping cushion and method of use thereof, wherein the cushion is wedge-shaped and comprises two principal layers, a top layer and a bottom layer. The bottom high-density foam provides a firm backing or support and the selected elevation from head end to foot end. The viscoelastic or visio memory foam top layer molds to the body form of a baby, retarding lateral movement of the baby, and preventing the baby from rolling from side-to-side. In addition to the two-layer wedge-shaped cushion, a separate cushioning device, generally hemispherical in shape, is removably secured to the wedge-shaped cushion, and supports the baby's legs and buttocks; thereby preventing movement of the baby in response to the inclined slope of the wedge-shaped cushion. An additional embodiment provides a support pillow to restrain the baby's head from movement removably-secured to the wedge-shaped cushion.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a mattress is constructed of a core having a first side and a second side. A padding layer is positioned at the first side of the core and has a contoured surface and a planar surface. A layer of individual fiberballs is disposed on the planar surface of the padding layer.

Abstract: A surgical table extension features a patient support structure, a large area base, and a support leg. A first joint having at least two degrees of freedom is located between the patient support structure and the support leg. A second joint also having at least two degrees of freedom is located between the base and the support leg. There is a stop limiting the range of motion of the support leg such that a portion of the base area is constrained to be below the first joint irrespective of the position of the base.

Abstract: The mattress or mattress topper is a new and improved breast support device that supports breasts with two breast support panels with multifunctional uses. The mattress or mattress topper is horizontally oriented, made in standard mattress sizes and may be modified to include in various sizes and shapes. This device will assist in the support of breasts while simultaneously providing a premium sleeping surface for the spouse or partner who sleeps next to the primary user. The design embodies two rectangular insert panels. Each panel has a soft supple material on the top surface and a firm sturdy material on the bottom surface. The panels will penetrate downwardly and fill the transverse breast cavity that stretches across the respective common breast area. The reversible panels provide options for the user or users based on their support needs; to sleep on designated sides of the bed; and also give an option to transform the entire bed back to full support for guests.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multifunctional tool comprising two handle parts (5) that can be pivoted out of a parallel position in which they face one another, and comprising a tool (I) situated in the area of the pivot point (7). At least one additional tool (II) is allocated, which can pivot about an axis (8) that is assigned to the end of the handle part (5) located opposite the pivot point (7). This additional tool can be pivoted out of a folded-in stored position and into a position of use in which it is folded out by approximately 180° whereby resting against a stop. The aim of the invention is to provide a multifunctional tool that is advantageous with regard to its use. To this end, the tool (I) is a corkscrew (1) in which both handle parts (5) can pivot out of the parallel position only until reaching an extended position in which their pivotal movement is limited by a stop.

Abstract: Water repellency is imparted to leather and fur skins by a process in which leather or fur skin is treated, before, during or after the retanning, with one or more formulations comprising from 1 to 30% by weight, based on the formulation, of a mixture of polysiloxanes comprising from 10 to 90% by weight, based on the mixture, of one or more carboxyl-containing polysiloxanes, from 90 to 10% by weight, based on the mixture, of one or more carboxyl-free polysiloxanes and from 3 to 25% by weight, based on the formulation, of at least one emulsifier.

Abstract: Method for preventing the shrinkage of woolen or wool blend fabrics during water washing treatment, comprising the initial impregnation of the fabric of interest with a reducing product (compound A) and after suitable mechanical and drying treatment, the subsequent contact of the resulting fabric with a blend of products comprising at least one compound of each of the following groups: vinylic and acrylic resins, ethylene vinyl acetates, blocked or non-blocked isocyanates, blocked or non-blocked in water and solvents polyisocyanates (compound B); blocked or non-blocked in water and solvents polyisocyanates (compound C); silicon emulsions, macro-emulsions, cationic fabric conditioners (compound D).

Abstract: A system for controlling a supply of ozone to a washing machine during operation thereof. The system comprising a washing machine having an internal drum for containing laundry and a quantity of a water. An ozone generator is connected to the washing machine and the ozone generator produces and supplies the produced ozone to the washing machine for ozonating the water. At least one sensor is provided for sensing a quantity of ozone exhausting from the washing machine during operation thereof, and the at least sensor being coupled to the ozone generator for interrupting production of ozone when a quantity of ozone exhausting from the washing machine exceeds a safe level.

Abstract: A composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, (a) at least one oxidizing agent and (b) at least one conductive polymer, for example, comprising at least one repeating unit chosen from aniline, pyrrole, thiophene, bisthiophene, furan, para-phenylene sulfide, para-phenylene vinylene, indole, aromatic amide, aromatic hydrazide, aromatic azomethine, and aromatic ester. A process for treating fibers, for example, a bleaching, a permanent-reshaping, and a dyeing process, using the composition. The use of this composition for imparting an optical effect on keratin fibers.

Abstract: A progressive hair dyeing composition which comprises the following ingredients: (a) from 0.1 to 5 wt % of a bismuth salt; (b) from 0.1 to 5 wt % of a thiosulfate compound; (c) from 1 to 20 wt % of a delta-valerolactam; (d) from 0.25 to 2.5 wt % of an alkaline agent; (e) from 0 to 5 wt % of elemental sulfur; and (e) from 50 to 90 wt % of water.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a conditioning and colouring composition for hair showing optimum conditioning properties especially shine, softness and manageability. Hair conditioning composition comprising at least one hair conditioning compound, at least one cationic hair dye and at least one dicarboxylic acid and/or hydroxycarboxylic acid, show optimum performance in colour enhancing and especially surprisingly superior performance in hair shine improvement, excellently improving hair manageability and softness.

Abstract: Process to simultaneously color and permanently restructure hair, wherein (a) an oxidative hair colorant is applied to the hair based on at least one developer substance and least one coupler substance, (b) the oxidative hair colorant is left on for 5 to 60 minutes, (c) the oxidative hair colorant is rinsed out of the hair, (d) an acidic intermediate treatment agent with a pH of from 2 to 6 is applied to the hair, (e) after an action period of from 1 to 10 minutes, the intermediate treatment agent is rinsed out, if necessary, and the hair is then rolled up onto curlers, (f) a keratin-reducing permanent restructuring agent is applied to the hair, (g) after an action period of from 1 to 30 minutes, the keratin-reducing agent is rinsed out, if necessary, (h) the hair is fixed with an oxidative material, (i) after an action period of from 3 to 15 minutes, the hair is rinsed with water, if necessary and then treated with an acidic rinse.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a novel family of dicationic bis-hydrazone compounds that may be used as direct dyes, and to a dye composition for dyeing keratin fibers, for example, human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising, in a suitable dyeing medium, at least one such compound. Also disclosed are dyeing processes implementing this composition and uses thereof.

Abstract: A colorant for ocular lenses represented by the formula (I) defined herein or a colorant for ocular lenses represented by the formula (II) defined herein.

Abstract: A polarizing substrate is placed into a dyeing tank for dyeing. A concentration of a dyeing agent in the dyeing tank is less than 800 ppm, and a dyeing period is greater than 200 seconds, so as to improve the dyeing of the polarizing substrate by lengthening the dyeing period and reducing the dyeing agent concentration.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method and a device for cleaning teeth wherein a variety of cleaning tools are coupled to a common handle section for the individual cleaning of teeth. It relates in particular to a handle section of an electric dental cleaning device, with a coupling section for coupling various cleaning tools thereto, as well as said cleaning tools. According to the invention the handle section detects a coding provided on the respective cleaning tool attached. In dependence upon the respective coding detected, various functions of the dental cleaning device are controlled.

Abstract: A carpet storage and diplay rack including pairs of U shaped bracket supporting the ends or tubular rollers on which carpet is wound. The bracket are secured to a vertical or horizontal frame and have ball bearings to reduce friction between the bracket nd the roller. A latch hingedly attached to each braoket is designed to engage one or more pins extending through the tubular roller so as to prevent rotation of the roller when desired. The plus may also be engaged by a crank having a sloted end which is inserted in the end of the roller. The roller may then be rotated by means of the crank to wind carpettng on the roller.

Abstract: A system and a method for cleaning and rinsing a wafer includes at least three rollers that are capable of supporting a wafer by an edge of the wafer. At least one of the rollers is driven and thereby capable of rotating the wafer. At least one of the rollers is a movable roller mounted on an actuator. The system and method also includes a first movable scrubbing roller capable of being moved away from and alternatively to the first side of the wafer. A second movable scrubbing roller capable of being moved away from and alternatively to a second side of the wafer is also included. The second side of the wafer opposes the first side of the wafer. The system and method also includes at least one first side nozzle directed toward the first side of the wafer and at least one second side nozzle directed toward the second side of the wafer.

Abstract: A semiconductor wafer scrubber has a brush with a nubless outer surface for cleaning the surfaces of a semiconductor wafer. The nubless brush has a body and rotates around a central axis as it contacts the wafer surface. The brush has a central section with an outer diameter less than the diameter of the end sections.