Abstract: A bulletproof vest which is adapted to the body and which comprises a part which can be adapted to the front side of the body and a back part which can be adapted to the back side of the body and both parts comprise several pieces of protective sheets (1-4); (6, 7) with the help of which the areas of the body which are to be protected, are covered. Said adjacent pieces of protective sheets are joined next to each other with a butt connection so that a butt connection hinge is at a diagonal angle preferably at an angle of 30-60° and an overlapping, protective skirting (5) belongs to the outer side of the butt connection hinge and is thinner than the actual protective sheets.

Abstract: A mask includes a body with a goggle engaged connected thereto and the goggle includes a first connection portion and a second connection portion on an inside of a frame of the goggle. A first connection plate and a second connection plate each have a pad connected on an inside thereof. The first and second connection portions each include holes and the two connection plates have protrusions which are removably engaged with the holes in the first and second connection portions.

Abstract: A limb protector for protecting a limb of a wearer from contact with water or other contaminant has a tubular member made from ultrathin plastic film. The ultrathin film enables the material around the opening to form a watertight seal around the limb without forming a venous tourniquet.

Abstract: A shock absorber for sports (ballgames) 10, comprising a glove body 12 and hand insertion 50, having the first sheet-like member 30 covering the center region of the back of one's hand, the second sheet-like member 32 covering the back region of the fingers and the third sheet-like member 34 covering said hand insertion 50 region. Said first sheet-like member 30, the second sheet-like member 32 and the third sheet-like member 34 are made of near-polyurethane gel elastomer, which has high impact absorbency, so that the shock absorber 10 protects any regions of a human body from the impact of, for example, being hit by a pitch, without limiting the movements of a user.

Abstract: A skin protector for a user such as a motorcycle rider, includes a flexible, resilient protective portion having first and second ends, wherein the protective portion exhibits both heat resistance and insulation to protect the user's skin from heat. The protective portion is dimensioned for shielding a portion of the user's body that may come into contact with a hot surface. The skin protector further includes a fastening portion connecting the first end to the second end of the protective portion for securing the protective portion to the user's body.

Abstract: The knee area as the foot is very important for support and stability. For the first time pants manufacturer will provide the knee area with real protection with a gel material that is 6 mm in thickness.

Abstract: Autograph Apparel, which is decorated to acclaim success in celebrity groups of one or more, said decoration comprising identifying images of persons in any group of celebrity status; a graphic depiction of an appropriate venue as background for the group of persons included in a particular collection of identifying images; the preferred embodiment including a group descriptor for identification of the included group members, comprising at least an established time frame and event or occasion for which said device was created by the collectible issuer, said Autogrpah Apparel may also include additional decoration including but not limited to trademark emblems for the purpose of identifying the collectible issuer and collection identity or marks of an event sponsor and not limited to any particular apparel location.

Abstract: A compression garment 10 comprising a compression fabric formed into a number of panels 11 to 31, said panels defining muscle groups according to the surface anatomy of a person; and a number of seams 40 joining adjacent panels; such that the shape of the compression garment is formed by joining adjacent said number of panels together at said number of seams; wherein each garment panel provides targeted compressive support to the said muscle groups isolating each muscle group from the others and the seams 40 follow the contour of the surface anatomy of the muscle groups when the garment is assembled and worn.

Abstract: An apparel device called a Special Tattoo Display Shirt. The device provides unique features and combinations of features that are specifically use to display tattoos for individuals. The Special Tattoo Display Shirt may be used with shoulder tattoos, lower back tattoos and other tattoos for individuals that have a desire to display or “show case” the artwork with unique yet tasteful clothing. The new device presents a simple manner or means for that individual to display their tattoo artwork that may often be covered and hidden by other conventional apparel.

Abstract: Cyclist trousers (12, 112), made from elasticised material and equipped with a least two shaped protection pads (20, 120) for the area for resting on the saddle (14, 114), comprising a substantially unstretchable portion (30, 130), that connects said pads (20, 120) to keep them correctly positioned during use.

Abstract: A unique scarf formed of multiple serrated strips of material sewn together in a lengthwise fashion so as to provide exceptional warmth to the wearer. The strips of material are assembled in different combinations of colors and patterns, such as the favorite colors of a team, thus providing a rallying or cheering device that is waved about by the wearer during a game.

Abstract: A hand-wear article heightens the neurosensory response of the skin of the wearer. The article includes a substrate having a skin-facing surface and a plurality of cutaneous sensory elements located on the substrate. The sensory elements are configured to have a sharpness frequency in the range of about 100 Hz to about 1,000 Hz and a height in the range of about 0.1 microns to about 1000 microns.

Abstract: A garment accessory for attachment to a hem of a garment for prevention of entrapment of the garment beneath a foot or shoe of the wearer, comprising an adhesive-backed flexible and conforming film having a low-friction surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sock, especially for use in sports activities. Said sock comprises a cushioning in the region of the Achilles tendon, which is formed by at least two cushions (24). One respective horizontally extending joint (25) is embodied between the cushions (24).

Abstract: A sock includes a cushion pad connected to an outside of the sock and the cushion pad includes chambers which have pressurized air filled therein. The cushion pad is made by flexible material and the chambers are in communication with each other or partially in communication with each other.

Abstract: A device for attachment together of first and second garments is disclosed. The device comprises a retaining portion for receiving the first garment, and fixing attachment means thereto, the attachment means comprising a pair of opposing contact regions biased towards mutual contact, which contact regions are configured to grip opposing surfaces of the second garment to attach the attachment means thereto.

Abstract: Device to cover a penis for aesthetic purposes, for visual enhancement, and for various other reasons. The device has a hood that fits over the glans penis and a covering for wrapping about the penis shaft. The device is secured in place by tucking a free end of the covering between layers of wrapped material, or by looping a testicle ring around the base of the testicles.

Abstract: A sports helmet having a front shell and a rear shell, and a plurality of straps interconnecting the front and rear shells. At least one of the straps is connected to the front shell along an inner surface thereof, and a portion of the at least one of the straps extending from the rear shell to the connection with the front shell is completely contained inside the helmet.

Abstract: A mask includes a body having a through hole with which a goggle is engaged. Two first holes are defined in the body and located on two ends of the through hole. The goggle includes two side parts which are located on inside of the through holes. Two positioning plates each have a first positioning hole and a second positioning hole which communicates with the first positioning hole. Two locking members each have a protrusion which extends through the first hole, the side part and the first positioning hole, the positioning plates are then pulled to shift the protrusions to be engaged with the second positioning holes.

Abstract: A pair of swimming/diving goggles includes a main body and two head strap coupling members respectively provided on two sides of the main body. A board is pivotably mounted in a through-hole in each head strap coupling member. A head strap is extended through the through-hole of each head strap coupling member and around the board. A spacing between the board and the outer end wall of the through-hole of each the head strap coupling member is changeable when the board is pivoted, allowing the head strap to move to adjust a tightening length of the head strap. The head strap exerts a clamping force to clamp the head strap between the board and the outer end wall of the through-hole.

Abstract: A sporting-goods device capable of removably attaching to eyewear, specifically swimming goggles, and another object to prevent loss of the eyewear.

Abstract: A toilet featuring a lift and clean toilet seat hinge includes a toilet bowl, toilet seat, and the hinge includes a hinge base, a post, and a flap for closing the hinge base. The mounting post is provided with an expandable head and the flap includes a ring for expanding the head in order to releasably lock the mounting post to the toilet seat hinge base.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to mechanics, and more specifically, to systems and methods for providing a toilet seat lifting device. In one embodiment, the toilet seat lifting device includes a base; a lever, the lever rotatably coupled to the base; and a weight, the weight coupled to the lever, wherein the base is configurable to being mounted on a toilet having a toilet seat and wherein gravitational force applied to the weight results in biased rotation of the lever to lift the toilet seat.

Abstract: A vacuum drainage system for unclogging a clogged drain comprises a source of vacuum, a hose having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, the proximal end portion of the hose being connected to the source of vacuum when the system is in use, and a drain clean-out device being received on the distal end portion of the hose when the system is in use. The drain clean-out device comprises a hollow tubular structure, a sealing member receiving portion located on the exterior surface of the hollow tubular structure at the first end portion of the structure, and a sealing member mountable on the sealing member receiving portion for creating a seal between the sealing member and the exterior service of the structure and between the sealing member and a clogged drain when the hollow tubular structure, with the sealing member mounted thereon, is positioned over a clogged drain, with the sealing member being in contact with an entrance to the drain or with a surface surrounding the entrance to the drain.

Abstract: Dispensers for liners and liners are provided wherein the liners are for use in a flush toilet having a bowl defining an interior area and holding water, wherein the water has an upper surface. The liners include an upper surface; a lower surface; a peripheral edge; a central portion, wherein the central portion of the flexible sheet is planar along the upper and lower surfaces of the liner; and a unitary edge portion surrounding the central portion, wherein the unitary edge portion is configured so as to bend flexibly upwardly and inwardly upon application of a force to the central portion of the liner. The peripheral edge is configured so as to fit within an interior area of a toilet bowl so that the central portion of the liner at least partially contacts an upper surface of water within an interior area of a toilet bowl. The liners provide prevent soiling of the interior of a toilet bowl and for efficient removal and flushing of human waste.

Abstract: An external automatic flush helper comprises a housing and fixing means for fixing the housing onto a toilet tank. Within the housing there are provided with a DC power supply, a controller powered by the DC power supply, an infrared sensor and a motor connected with the controller, and an actuating mechanism connected with the motor. An end actuator of the actuating mechanism is arranged in alignment with the button of the toilet tank. The end actuator can be actuated and move out of an opening in the housing when a user status is detected by the infrared sensor, and thus press the button of the toilet tank. Therefore, automatic flushing can be achieved contactlessly.

Abstract: A free-standing urinal (1) having: a housing (2); a trough (3) for urine; a urine collection tank (4) located within the housing (2); a drain (7) and waste trap (8) arrangement extending between the trough (3) and the tank (4); a valved outlet (28) from the tank (4); a hand wash sink (9); a drain (10) extending between the sink (9) and the trough (3); a fresh water dispenser for dispensing water into the sink (9); a paper towel dispenser (60); a paper towel waste container (70); and lifting fixtures (35, 36, 37) for moving the urinal (1) by forklift, hand or crane; The drain (7) and waste trap (8) arrangement has an “S bend” (30) containing an oily sealant (31). The urinal (1) is portable, it is freestanding and need not be mounted to a wall or other fixture, and it need not be connected to a mains water supply and sewerage system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hands-free shower scrubber and soap dispensing system. The scrubber includes an upper brush and one or more central brushes attached to a frame. The frame can be attached with suction cups to the shower wall. A pumping apparatus pumps liquid from a holding tank through a connection to the upper brush and/or the one or more central brushes. The pumping apparatus can be a pneumatic pump positioned on the floor or attached to the shower wall. The pumping apparatus can be activated by a foot, knee, hip, shoulder or other body part at a similar height to the location of the pneumatic pump.

Abstract: A plastic bathing fixture formed substantially or entirely of a laminated composite material comprising a show-surface layer of gel-coat or thermoplastic sheet material which may be non-magnetic; a magnetic or magnetizable layer which may coincide with the show-surface layer or be a subsurface layer; and a non-magnetic structural layer of fiber-reinforced resin material. The magnetic layer materials may be localized or strategically placed, and may comprise a resin with a particulate ferromagnetic filler.

Abstract: A wheeled cart is configured to removably carry a patient's personal wash basin. The cart includes a lid that covers the personal wash basin when the cart is moved from a bathroom to the patient so that liquid in the wash basin cannot splash out onto the floor if the cart strikes an obstruction. A flexible tube is provided for filling the basin from a sink. A drain pipe is provided to empty the wash basin without the need to lift the wash basin. A disposable thin personal wash basin having a funnel-shaped outlet may be used with the cart to minimize potential contamination.

Abstract: A dual spout-type faucet with controllable conventional-flow and mister-flow rates is provided. In a first mode, one or more mister elements, or apertures having mister-like openings, are co-located proximate to a spout outlet, wherein water flow rates to the mister elements (or openings) and spout outlet are both controllable by one or more valve controllers accessible to a user. In a second mode, one or more mister elements, or apertures having mister-like openings, are co-axially located in a spout outlet wherein water flow rates to the mister elements (or openings) and spout outlet are both controllable by one or more valve controllers accessible to a user. In another embodiment the apparatus may be handheld and positionable and equipped to dispense soap or a cleaning solution optionally including attachable scrubbers.

Abstract: A twin tank flush device, which comprises a first upper tank adapted for collection of wash water, and a second lower tank which is positioned to receive and store used wash water from the first tank, the first tank being arranged to receive water and having at least one outlet to discharge water into said second lower tank. The lower tank is arranged to selectively discharge the stored water either to a toilet to flush the toilet, or to a public drainage system, either manually or by timed discharge, to avoid overflow in the lower tank.

Abstract: A segmented drain system comprises a drain body, operable to mate with a drain fitting installed in a bath or shower area, and a bonding flange body, adjustable relative to the drain body. An integrated bonding flange extends from the bonding flange body, the integrated bonding flange being operable to be sealably attached to a bondable waterproof membrane to provide a substantially water-tight seal between the membrane and the bonding flange body. A seal is oriented between the integrated bonding flange body and the drain body, the seal being operable to provide a slidable, substantially water-tight interface between the integrated bonding flange body and the drain body.

Abstract: A changing table is mounted on the vertical frame members of a play yard by mounting members located along the transverse centerline of the changing table. The frame of the changing table is formed in an oval shape to eliminate any portion thereof that would be oriented generally parallel to the upper frame members of the play yard. The vertical frame member is formed with a linear upper portion and a curved lower portion. The linear upper portions enable the mounting members to be telescopically received for height adjustment of the changing table. The curved lower portions positions the foot members at the lower ends of the vertical frame members outboard of the upper ends on which the changing table is mounted to enhance stability.

Abstract: A lifting sling for lifting a disabled/incapacitated person from one seat to another, or for lifting that person from a first position to a second position. The sling comprises a fabric panel having a body portion for positioning under the person's buttocks and lower back and a pair of leg portions extending from the lower end of the body, the legs portions being crossed over each other and passed under the person's legs, such that handles on the leg portions meet handles on the respective opposite side of the lower end of the body. The person can then be lifted by two or more persons, by each person taking at least one brought-together handle or another handle at the top end of the body.

Abstract: A changing table is mounted on the frame of a play yard to be vertically adjustable in operative height and pivotally movable between operative and inoperative positions. The frame of the changing table is provided with a downwardly extending guard member that extends across the opening between the frame of the changing table and the frame of the play yard to prevent a child's head from being trapped in the opening. The use of the guard member enables the changing table to be moved through a greater vertical range of operative positions without violating ASTM standards regarding the passage of probes through frame openings. The height adjustment mechanism is mounted within the vertical frame member of the play yard and the vertical mounting member of the changing table to allow the changing table to be raised and lowered with respect to the upper frame members of the play yard.

Abstract: A bassinet for mounting on a play yard frame is supported to provide a swinging movement of the bassinet relative to the play yard. The bassinet is suspended from four detachable connector mounts that slide over the upper frame member of the play yard frame by three flexible support members and a single rigid support member that is operatively connected to a motor housed within a motorized connector mount to drive the swinging motion for the bassinet. The movement induced into the bassinet is controlled by the four support members to keep the bottom surface of the bassinet at a horizontal orientation throughout the swinging movement. The bottom board of the play yard is formed in segments which can be reconfigured to fit in the bassinet. The end segment can be folded below the remaining segments, or in the alternative removed, to affect the reconfiguration for the bassinet structure.

Abstract: A kit contains disassembled bed frame components that upon assembly form the bed frame. The components include a pair of planks, each plank comprising a plurality of boards that upon being oriented from end-to-end have abutting ends detachably connected together by interlocking components, including male and a female element. The interlocking components engage by insertion of the male element into the female element and sliding abutting ends past each other in one direction. The interlocking components disengage by sliding them relative to each other in a reverse direction.

Abstract: A device for connecting a bed frame to a bed upright comprises one component adapted to be attached to a portion of the bed upright in a substantially vertical orientation and the other component adapted to be attached to a portion of the bed frame in a substantially vertical orientation. Each component has a predetermined configuration to enable the components to disengage and engage in an interlocking mating relationship by sliding movement relative to each other.

Abstract: A sleeping bag having an elongated bottom mat formed of flexible material and having opposing head and foot edges. The main cover is formed of flexible material, has head and foot edges, and overlies the bottom mat, to which it is permanently secured. The main cover has a transverse slit between the head and foot edges of the cover at a location closer to the foot edge of the main cover than to the head edge, and spaced from the foot edge by about one to three feet. The foot edge of the bottom mat is releasably secured to the foot edge of the main cover, and the head edge of the bottom mat is not joined to the head edge of the main cover to provide an entry into the sleeping bag for a user. A top cover, also formed of flexible material, is secured to the main cover and overlies only the portion of the main cover that includes the foot edge and the transverse slit of the main cover.

Abstract: A functional bed skirt that consists of clear plastic covered pockets, used to store shoes. This ShoeSkirt is placed underneath an existing bed skirt. The skirt portion is a gathered material (such as polypropylene) which has thin gauge plastic attached to form pockets, which allow their contents to be visible. The pleating falls under the bed frame, which allows most of storage to take place under the bed. This design disguises the bulk of the shoes, and gives a clean line under a decorative bed skirt, providing “hidden” shoe storage under your bed frame.

Abstract: A crib safety sheet and separable blanket with a sheet portion for selectively removing at least the blanket from the sheet, when the sheet is attached to a sleep surface. The separable blanket defining at least two edges for wrapping the blanket about an infant. The blanket may be removed from the sheet by separating the blanket, or by separating a sheet material portion attached to the blanket, from the sheet covering the sleep surface.

Abstract: A bed mountable storage device comprising vertical and horizontal members, and a restraining apparatus, such that the vertical member is vertically adjustable to adjust to bed mattresses of varying thicknesses or heights. A pocket member is configured to be placed on the vertical member and can contain items commonly found near a bed.

Abstract: A system for medical imaging and a patient support system for medical diagnosis are provided. The system includes a gantry mounted on the base. The gantry has an annular support. A detector head is fixed to the inner surface of the annular support. The annular support rotates along an axis of the inner space, and is prevented from moving in horizontal and vertical direction and moving angularly. The patient support system has a patient bed system having a plurality of configurations. The contact surface of the patient has a couch back support, a thigh support and a leg support. A controller is provided for angular movements of the supports, and for vertical/horizontal movements of the supports.

Abstract: A bed assembly (10) includes a frame (22) which supports four mattress support panels (50-56) which are able to move with pivoting of the various parts of the frame (22). The frame (22) is formed with a plurality of transverse struts (40) which depend from the frame (22). The mattress support panels (50-56) are releasably supported on the struts (40). The panels (50-56) can thus be removed to gain access to the bed components below the platform (20). The frame (22) presents substantially vertical side wall to accommodate a variety of mattresses, including mattresses not specifically designed for the bed (10).

Abstract: A support apparatus having a receiving member adapted to receive a work object, a frame for mounting the receiving member in a range of positions relative to a predetermined area, and an adjustment assembly borne by the frame operable to place the receiving member in a selected position within the range of positions relative to the predetermined area.

Abstract: A combination featherbed and unitary featherbed cover includes a featherbed having a plurality of first fastening elements and a featherbed cover having a corresponding plurality of second fastening elements allowing the featherbed cover to be releasably attached to the featherbed. The featherbed cover includes a cloth material layer and a backing material layer fixedly attached to the cloth material layer. In view of its compactness and materials of construction, the featherbed cover is well-suited for being cleaned in conventional home washer and dryer appliances.

Abstract: A mattress which comprises a center core having a top wall, side walls and end walls, and a layer of memory foam enveloping said central core about said top wall, said side walls and said end walls. A method of manufacturing the above mattress is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of treating textiles with a silicone block copolymer containing polyether-amide units is disclosed. Textiles treated with the silicone block copolymer have a feel or hand comparable to conventional hydrophobic silicones, but do not negatively impact the hydrophilicity of the textile.

Abstract: A clothes treating system having a laundry storage device and a clothes treating method are disclosed. The clothes treating system includes a laundry storage device having a plurality of storage boxes to sort and store laundry according to a laundry type, and a clothes treating apparatus to perform a washing course upon receiving washing information, related to laundry sorted and stored in each storage box, from the laundry storage device. The clothes treating method includes sorting and introducing clothing into a plurality of storage boxes according to a clothing type, transmitting washing information of the laundry sorted and stored in the respective storage boxes to a clothes treating apparatus, and performing a washing course according to the transmitted washing information.