Abstract: Body armor to be worn on the torso of a person includes a front section having ballistic paneling therein and a back section having ballistic paneling therein. The body armor further includes at least one side closure mechanism including a rearward section adapted to be grasped and pulled in a forward direction around the side of the torso to close the closure mechanism. The rearward section is in operative connection with a forward section of the side closure mechanism so that a portion of the ballistic paneling of the front section moves in a rearward direction around the side of the torso of the person when the rearward section is pulled in a forward direction and overlaps a portion of the ballistic paneling in the back section when the closure mechanism is in a closed position.

Abstract: A garment includes a non-bamboo fabric body portion that has at least one high perspiration area. A bamboo fabric member is affixed to the high perspiration area. In a method of making a lower undergarment, a piece of non-bamboo fabric is cut so as to form an unassembled panty having a crotch member. A piece of bamboo fabric is cut so as to correspond in shape to the crotch member. The piece of bamboo fabric is affixed to the crotch member. The unassembled panty is sewn so as to form a completed panty.

Abstract: A wig and swim cap combination that will protect the hair in water. The hair part is constructed of products that do not change their shape in heat and water elements. This hair memory wig is the aesthetic quality of the invention. The impermeable swim cap is the protection quality of the invention. The combination wig and swim cap form an ingenious method of looking great and enjoying water sports without damaging ones hair.

Abstract: A weighted article of clothing comprising a clothing substrate with weights attached thereto, the weights being made of a gel and being strategically placed so as to not interfere with the movements of a wearer and to not interfere with outer clothing or equipment worn over the weighted article of clothing and with the weights being arranged in a plurality of weight clusters and linking strands, with neighboring weight clusters being connected together with the linking strands.

Abstract: An abcite reinforced leather and a method for producing the abcite reinforced leather for use in making shoes, gloves and garments. Abcite pellets are ground into a fine powder and floated in a carrier so that they penetrate the fiber structure of a tanned skin. The abcite particles bond to the fiber structure and provide enhanced abrasion resistance and tensile strength to the leather. This abcite impregnated leather can be used to make gloves, shoes and garments. Also, abcite powder can be added to the surface to make the surface more durable and abrasion resistant.

Abstract: A glove with a base layer of a flexible material which extends along at least a palm-side portion of the glove which includes a palm area and inner sides of a plurality of finger stalls and a thumb stall. The glove also has a second layer positioned on the palm-side portion and disposed on top of the base layer. The second layer includes a plurality of contact areas and a contact surface. Also, the glove has a plurality of siping grooves which conduct liquid away from the contact surface and a plurality of channels which direct liquid away from the contact areas.

Abstract: A golf glove comprises a palm portion and a plurality of digits comprised of a first material. A plurality of grip pads of a second material such as silicone is provided on the digits and/or the palm portion. The grip pads comprise a plurality of bumps having geometric shapes. In at least one embodiment, the bumps are hexagonal in shape. The bumps may be provided directly on the first material of the glove or may be provided on a thin base layer. The bumps are arranged on the glove such that they contact the grip of a golf club when the golf club is gripped by a golfer. Accordingly, the bumps may be positioned on tip portions of the fingers and thumb and also along a line extending between a hypothenar region of the palm and a portion of the palm located between the finger and thumb.

Abstract: A pair of gloves include a first glove member, a first binding member mounted on the first glove member, a second glove member separated from the first glove member, and a second binding member mounted on the second glove member and detachably combined with the first binding member to connect the second glove member with the first glove member. Thus, the first glove member and the second glove member are combined together by connection of the first binding member with the second binding member, so that when the first glove member and the second glove member straddle an object, the first entrance of the first glove member and the second entrance of the second glove member suspend downward freely by the gravity, thereby facilitating a user hanging and storing the gloves.

Abstract: A glove with a base layer of a flexible material which extends along at least a palm-side portion of the glove which includes a palm area and inner sides of a plurality of finger stalls and a thumb stall. The glove also has a continuous second layer positioned on the palm-side portion and disposed on top of the base layer. The continuous second layer includes a plurality of contact areas and a contact surface. Also, the glove has a plurality of siping grooves which conduct liquid away from the contact surface and a plurality of channels which direct liquid away from the contact areas.

Abstract: The invention relates to a protective knit glove and methods of manufacturing thereof. The protective knit glove includes a knit glove shell having inner and outer surfaces; and a plurality of discrete rigid plates separated from each other by gaps of approximately 5 to 40 mils and directly adhered to the inner and/or outer surfaces. One or more rubbery layers may be directly adhered to one or more of the rigid plates. Preferably, the knit glove shell may be constructed from polyamide, cotton and polyurethane, polyaramid, ultra high molecular weight polyethylene, or glass fiber. Preferably, the discrete rigid plates may be made from epoxy and the rubbery layer may be made from nitrile rubber, polyurethane rubber, PVC rubber, or natural rubber. The protective knit glove provides a higher level of cut protection, added puncture protection and enhanced abrasion resistance compared to a glove without the discrete rigid plates.

Abstract: A powder-free medical glove having a first surface of a powder-free coagulant and a second surface with a polymer coating to ease donning. The powder-free coagulant on the first surface comprises micronized high-density polyethylene, a micro-emulsion of amino silicone, a dimethicone emulsion, calcium salts, an ethoxylated acetylenic diol surfactant and a cellulose thickener. The medical gloves are made in an on-line process of making latex articles that involves dipping hand-shaped formers into the coagulant before dipping them into the latex. The gloves are thereafter coated with a polymer to improve donnability before removal from the formers. The novel coagulant formulation permits easy removal of the articles from the formers, eases double-donning of gloves and eliminates the need for off-line processing.

Abstract: The present invention includes a garment for receiving wires of headphones from a portable electronic device comprising a first section having an interior surface and an exterior surface configured to be located on an upper torso of a user, wherein the first section of the garment comprises a first material. The first section defines an opening through the garment and the opening is generally centrally located on the first portion below and spaced from an upper edge of the first section. The opening is sized so that friction contact exists between headphone wires and a garment edge defining the opening. The garment includes a pattern section on the exterior surface of the first section.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adjustable, decorative partial belt that cinches the waistband for the purpose of retaining and supporting pants, skirts or other garments in position upon the body of a wearer in such a way that does not necessarily interfere with the temporary or permanent removal, adjustment or placement of the clothing garment. A one piece elongated strap for partially surrounding the waistband of the clothing garment with an adjustable means for releasably securing the strap to the waistband of the wearer. One terminal end of the belt is laced under the first waistband loop to the right or left of the apparel opening and threaded around the back of the torso to the first waistband loop on the corresponding side without the terminal free ends connecting or intersecting. The two free ends are reversed back over the top of the front belt loops respectively securing them back on themselves in an overlapping fashion.

Abstract: Pants include a main pant body configured in the crotch area and inner leg areas with edges spaced apart to form an opening extending downwardly towards each ankle of a person; and an inner pant body, disposed in the opening, and affixed to the main pant body. The main pant body can be formed, at least in part, of an abrasion resistant material that protects the person from abrasive injuries. The inner pant body is formed, at least in part, of an elastic material that provides the person with greater flexibility while wearing the protective long pants.

Abstract: This invention concerns a flame-resistant garment having an outer shell fabric comprising 30 to 70 parts by weight of a polypyridobisimidazole fiber having an inherent viscosity of greater than 20 dl/g and 30 to 70 parts by weight of an aramid fiber.

Abstract: An ergonomic, contoured urinal floor mat for use with wall-urinals with the purpose of positioning a user center, up and toward a wall-urinal so as to prevent urine spillage and drippings from reaching floor below a wall-urinal. The floor mat consists of a heavy duty, permanent material with topside anti-slip and floor conforming anti-skid surfaces and is designed with three unique contouring angles which, in combination, elevates heels above toes, spreads legs, pushes toes outward, pulls heels inward, and creates a lift in the inner arch of the foot. The system also incorporates a replaceable drip tray, located between the users' legs and the urinal lip (to catch the inevitable last drops), a topside perimeter gutter (for complete urinal misses), and underside seal (to prevent liquids seepage under mat). If spills do occur, the overall contouring guides liquid into the gutter and keeps the topside foot areas dry.

Abstract: A toilet flushing water controlling device is used in conjunction with a reservoir and comprises a funnel part, forming a lower part of the reservoir and having a lower end with an outlet, a sealing ball for closing the outlet, placed in the reservoir, and a flushing device for displacing the sealing ball from the outlet so as to release flushing water from the reservoir. Thereby developing of germs is prevented flushing water is saved.

Abstract: The present invention involves a pool system including ventilation for offending gases from the pool.

Abstract: A neck jet pillow for a spa or whirlpool tub removably mountable. The pillow has a soft membrane area occupying a central portion thereof, a first mounting member fixedly mountable onto a fluid jet, a second mounting member fixedly attached to the pillow and slidably and removably mountable onto the first mounting member, and a hole in the second mounting member coinciding with the membrane area whereby the jet can direct a fluid stream onto the backside of the membrane area. The first and second mounting members, when mounted together and onto the pillow and jet, define a water-tight cavity there between having a jet inlet and a discharge opening whereby spent fluid from the jet is discharged downward into the tub or spa. The mounting members may be sliding members.

Abstract: A bathing chair with a fixing clamp assembly comprises a front frame and a rear frame, having horizontal rods, a seat, several gliding blocks, a backrest, a handle, and a fixing clamp assembly. The fixing clamp assembly further comprises an upper plate, laid on an edge of a bathtub, an outer plate, attached to the upper plate and leaning against an outer side of a bathtub wall, a connecting tube, having an outer end, which is fastened to an upper side of the upper plate, a holding arm, shaped like the letter L and having a lateral end, which has an inner thread and is inserted into an inner end of the connecting tube, a holding plate, which is fastened to a lower end of the holding arm and leans against an inner side of the bathtub wall, and a threaded rod, passing through the connecting tube and engaging with the inner thread. By turning the threaded rod, the holding plate is fastened on the bathtub wall and released therefrom to be able to glide thereon.

Abstract: A shower tray (10) comprising a trimmable edge (26) for trimming a dimension of the tray to fit a given area, a waste water gully (28) which extends from the trimmable edge (26) and which includes a gully fall (32) in a direction away from the trimmable edge (26), and a waste water surface (30) which extends with the gully (28) from the trimmable edge (26). The waste water surface (30) has a waste water surface fall (34) which is parallel or substantially parallel to the trimmable edge (26) and which leads into the gully (28). As a result of the waste water surface fall (34) and the gully fall (32), a two stage water runoff arrangement is provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a basin or sink attachment device, basin or sink panel device, and a basin or sink. The basin or sink attachment device includes a plurality of item holders, an arm and a sink mount. The basin or sink panel device includes a sink mount and a plurality of panel. The basin or sink includes at least one an arm engager coupled to at least one of its side walls.

Abstract: A faucet assembly including a mounting base and an upper faucet assembly. A coupler is pivotally supported by the mounting base and releasably couples the upper faucet assembly to the mounting base. A lift rod is slidably received within a lift rod passageway defined by the coupler.

Abstract: A drain assembly for use with a faucet including a lift rod, a lever arm, and a coupler operably coupling the lift rod and the lever arm.

Abstract: A foldable bed having a frame and a cover attached to the frame. The frame has two handles, two identical side beams each having a pair of groove beams pivotally connected to one of the handles, connectors and bars pivotally connected to the handles or the connectors. The foldable bed is able to be folded by a simple action of pulling the handle upward meanwhile stepping on the peddling member. And it is able to be expanded by a simple action of breaking off the two groove beams with two hands of a user. Furthermore, the foldable bed occupies relatively small storing space when folded since a width of the folded bed is much shorter than that of the expanded one's.

Abstract: A bed base for supporting a mattress, a mattress foundation or combination thereof or any other support structure has intersecting and interlocking side walls. Each side wall has an upper and lower web with configurations which engage and lock with the upper and lower webs of intersecting side walls at corners of the bed base. Cross braces are disclosed which extend transversely across the side walls, and which extend into the upper webs of parallel side walls. Legs on the cross braces may be co-located with the side walls and extend through the upper webs and down to the lower webs. The corners of the bed base may be reinforced with a corner piece which fits over the upper webs of the intersecting side walls, and covered by a corner guard which extends over portions of the side walls at the corners.

Abstract: The present invention provides a movable siderail apparatus (5) for use with a patient support apparatus. The siderail apparatus (5) is configured to move the siderail body (14) associated therewith in a clock-type swing movement relative to the patient support apparatus. Two or more support arms (20) are disposed between the intermediate frame or the deck support of the patient support apparatus and the siderail body (14), each support arm (20) having two pivots (30, 40), a first (40) rotatably connecting it to the intermediate frame or deck support and a second (30) rotatably connecting it to the siderail body (14), thereby enabling the siderail body (14) to be raised or lowered vertically by a rotation substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the patient support apparatus. In a first preferred embodiment, the angles defined between each support arm (20) and a lower edge of the siderail (9) are substantially obtuse during rotational movement of the siderail (9).

Abstract: An adjustable bed frame assembly includes a center frame comprising two substantially parallel side frame members connected by two substantially parallel connector frame members, a forward connector frame member and a rear connector frame member, wherein the two connector frame members are located within approximately a center one-third of the length of the side frame members. The adjustable bed frame assembly also includes a base frame that includes a plurality of legs for mounting on a floor is rigidly affixed to the center frame such that the center frame does not move with respect to the base frame.

Abstract: A patient alignment device includes a table and a rotatable member positioned to rotate relative to the table. The rotatable member may be a head-support plate or a board which supports substantially all of a patient's body. A motor moves the board or plate so as to align the patient's body, or a part of the body, in a desired direction. The board may be formed in two segments, the segments being selectively connectable to each other, the segments also being selectively connectable to the table by pins, at various possible pivot points. Positioning of the pins determines the mode of rotation of the board. The invention allows an operator to align the patient's body with precision, by remote control, and without interrupting the medical procedure.

Abstract: A device for use with a respiratory mask comprises a pillow having at least one recess structured to receive the mask so that the pillow does not exert substantial pressure on the mask, and a cover that at least partially covers the exterior surface of the pillow and substantially follows the contours of the at least one recess. A method of using a respiratory mask comprises providing a pillow having at least one recess, positioning a cover on the pillow so that the cover substantially follows the contours of the at least one recess, positioning a respiratory mask on the head of a user, and positioning the user's head on the cover and pillow such that the mask is received in the at least one recess so that the pillow and cover do not exert substantial pressure on the mask.

Abstract: A bed having an elevation member, a support member for a subject, one section of the support member being mounted on the elevation member and the remaining section of the support member being cantilevered from the elevation member, a mount arranged to the support member, an attachment member arranged at the remaining section of the support member, a deflection member connecting the mount and the attachment member, and a sensor arranged on the deflection member.

Abstract: The support characteristics within a foam mattress body may be varied by inserting reinforcements into channels cut or otherwise formed within the foam.

Abstract: A futon mattress (10) having a cover (14) with a plurality of pockets for retaining filler material (18). The cover (14) having a top surface (22) coupled to a bottom surface (26). A closure device (34) is coupled to the cover (14) to selectively allow access to the inside surfaces of the cover (14). In some embodiments, the closure device also allows the top (24) and bottom (26) surfaces to be selectively uncoupled from each other. The top surface (22) of the cover (14) has a first plurality of pockets (38) that are accessible only from inside the cover (14). A filler material (18), such as viscoelastic foam for example, is contained within each pocket (38, 42) of the first plurality of pockets. Some embodiments also include a second plurality of pockets (42) positioned along an inside surface of the bottom (26) of the cover (14). The second plurality of pockets (42) can also contain a filler material (18) that accessible only from inside the cover (14).

Abstract: A removing tool for car-window edge strips includes a grip, a linking rod, a protective disc and a tool set. The protective disc is positioned between the grip and the linking rod, and the linking rod has a flat insert groove diametrically formed vertically for the tool set to insert therein and kept tight by screws. The protective disc can protect hands of a user from getting hurt during removing operation. The flat insert groove of the linking rod can be used for combining different tool sets for removing car-window edge strips and dried glue attached with the edge strips with convenience and quickness.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a washing method and a laundry machine adopting the same, and more particularly, a steam washing method and a laundry machine that is capable of washing laundry only using steam and effectively performing a washing operation under the optimum operation condition. The steam washing method includes a selection step of allowing a user to select a steam washing course, in which a washing operation is performed only using steam, through an input unit, and an operation step of performing an operation based on the steam washing course while controlling at least one of a steam supply unit, a water supply unit, and a drum drive unit.

Abstract: Disclosed hereinafter is a laundry device. More particularly, a washing machine comprises a steam generation unit installed therein to generate and supply steam to an outside of the washing machine or to a laundry-receiving device to remove wrinkles on laundry by using the steam supplied from the steam generation unit, and a method for controlling operation thereof. A method for controlling the washing machine is also disclosed. The washing machine comprises a steam generation unit to generate steam, and an steam outside-supplying pipe connected with the steam generation unit to supply the steam to an outside of the washing machine.

Abstract: Disclosed is a washing machine, The washing machine includes a tub to contain washing water; a drum rotatably installed in the tub to contain laundry to be washed; a detergent box to contain a detergent supplied to the inside of the tub; and a steam generating device to heat water to generate steam, supply the generated steam to the drum, and supply the heated water selectively to the detergent box.

Abstract: A boarding bridge includes a rotunda connected to a terminal building and rotatable around a vertical axis thereof; an extendable tunnel section connected to the rotunda at one end thereof; and a cab connected to the other end of the tunnel section and rotatable around a vertical axis thereof. The tunnel section is structured to extend generally parallel to a fuselage of an aircraft when the cab is attached to the aircraft. The cab includes a floor extending in a direction generally perpendicular to the tunnel section, and a gangplank which is arranged to be projectable forward from a portion of the floor, and by projecting forward, defines a path connecting the floor and a hatch of the aircraft.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for cleaning test probes used in a semiconductor testing machine of the type having a plurality of test probes configured to contact the surface of a semiconductor wafer to test one or more dies formed thereon. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a roller-support arm and a cylindrical roller supported by the roller-support arm. The roller has an outer surface comprising a sticky material. Debris on the probes will adhere to the sticky material as roller is rolled across tips of the probes. The probes are thereby cleaned.

Abstract: Squeeze mop, including a bearing body that is formed by a double joint and two squeeze plates that are arranged on either side of the double joint in the longitudinal direction of the bearing body and that are joined thereto, and a handle, the bearing body having on the side that faces axially away from the handle a mopping pad that is largely the size of the bearing body and the squeeze plates being pressable against one another by means of a wringing device, the wringing device being fork-shaped and embodied open on the side facing axially away from the handle and including two pressure arms that are arranged largely parallel to one another and that for folding the squeeze plates can be caused to engage with the squeeze plates about the double joint, the wringing device being joined to the handle and the handle being pivotably joined to the double joint, at least about the longitudinal axis of the bearing body, the wringing device having an actuating rod that is axially movable toward the handle and that is

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning a paint brush and preventing a discharge of harmful and flammable vapors into the environment. In a first embodiment, a housing has an open top portion, vertical front, side and rear walls, and a bottom wall. The vertical front, side and rear walls have upper edge portions in a common horizontal plane for providing a seat for a seal. The open upper portion of the housing is sealed by a cover that mates with an upper surface of the soft cellular seal. The cover and resilient cellular seal cover have aligned apertures for receiving in a pass through sealing relationship a handle of a paint brush. In a second embodiment, a cylindrical housing has an open top portion which is sealed by threadably engaging a cover with a resilient cellular seal therebetween. The cover and resilient cellular seal cover have aligned apertures for receiving in a pass through sealing relationship a handle of a paint brush.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning device comprising cleaning means and a frame body. The frame body is provided with a plurality of connecting holes, wherein each connecting hole is constituted by a larger diameter hole and a smaller diameter hole, such that the twisted cleaning means is folded to stuff through the connecting holes from the larger diameter hole to the smaller diameter hole. The folded twisted cleaning means then is pulled back so as to bind the twisted cleaning means in the frame body.

Abstract: A brush including layers of bristles used with a handle. Plates, with bristles connected to a base at one end, are retained by the handle. Certain stackable plates may also be interconnected by a set of hinges. Plates can be of a unitary plastic construction and can be stacked or folded upon one another to form layers of plates with bristles. A corrugated layer is adjacent to a first plate or between two plates. The corrugated layer has a base and corrugated bristles extending from an end of the base, with the corrugated bristles preferably shaped in alternating ridges and grooves. The corrugated layer is stiffer than an adjacent plate of bristles and assists with liquid retention of the brush. Recesses or holes in the ridges of the corrugated bristles can aid with liquid retention in the brush before applying the liquid on a surface.

Abstract: A head for a cleaning device. The head has a cleaning surface which has multiple sections. The sections are movable relative to each other in response to force applied by the user. The sections can be moved from a first configuration having noncoplanar sections to a second configuration where the sections are coplanar. The noncoplanar configuration may provide cavities for the collection of debris from a surface to be cleaned, such as a floor. The coplanar configuration may provide for improved stress distribution across the cleaning surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning surfaces, particularly solid surfaces, includes an outer housing and an inner housing configured to substantially encapsulate a surface being cleaned, a vacuum source traversing the outer housing, a rotating coupler, an impeller, at least one fluid jet coupled to the impeller, and at least one air induction port. The vacuum source is configured to induce air through the air induction ports past the impeller blades causing the impeller to rotate, which causes the rotating coupler and the fluid jets to rotate. Because the rotation of the fluid jets is due to induced air, the fluid jets can be positioned at any angle desired, including a negative angle.

Abstract: A power tool dust-collecting assembly for collecting dust from a dust port of a power tool includes an airflow-producing subassembly for sucking sawdust and/or other dust from the dust port. A coupling component is provided for coupling an air-and-dust input port of the airflow-producing subassembly to the dust port of the power tool, and a bag subassembly is included for collecting dust from a dust output port of the airflow-producing subassembly. Those parts form a motorized dust bag that is adapted to be physically supported by the dust port of the power tool without requiring other support. One embodiment includes a secondary input portion of the coupling component for capturing dust from beneath the power tool.

Abstract: A power tool dust-collecting assembly for collecting dust from a dust port of a power tool includes an airflow-producing subassembly for sucking sawdust and/or other dust from the dust port. A coupling component is provided for coupling an air-and-dust input port of the airflow-producing subassembly to the dust port of the power tool, and a bag subassembly is included for collecting dust from a dust output port of the airflow-producing subassembly. Those parts form a motorized dust bag that is adapted to be physically supported by the dust port of the power tool without requiring other support. One embodiment includes a secondary input portion of the coupling component for capturing dust from beneath the power tool. Various adapters and accessories enable use for various tasks while disconnected from the power tool.

Abstract: A stop damper including a damper member with a cylinder. A piston is moveably guided inside a receiving space of the cylinder. The cylinder has a sliding surface against which the piston rests with a sealing element. A braking force that acts upon the piston can be applied using the air pressure generated in the receiving space because the piston is displaced, the receiving space being connected to the environment via an air-conducting connection to reduce the air pressure. In order to improve the braking effect of the sliding element, the sealing element of the piston and the sliding surface of the cylinder can contact each other in at least some areas via a defined rubbing surface geometry, the peak-to-valley height of the sliding surface being <1 ?m and the peak-to-valley height of the facing surface of the sealing element being=4.5 ?m in at least some areas.

Abstract: An improved door stop apparatus is provided. The improved door stop may have a brake mechanism having a brake portion and a brake release portion. Further, the brake mechanism may also have a magnetic portion that corresponds to a metal piece adhered to a wall for keeping the door ajar when friction and/or traction is not available. Additionally, an improved door stop apparatus is provided whereby the brake portion is adapted to a mounting plate that fits to a door wherein the brake mechanism may rotate about the mounting plate. Moreover, the present invention provides an improved door stop whereby the door stop is adaptable to be removably attached to any door without the need for permanent affixment of the door stop to the door.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improvement relating to hand tools, particularly handles of hand tools. A hand tool handle includes a body having one or more pads being mounted on a surface, intra surface, inter-surface or a combination of the same on the hand tool handle. Each pad includes one or more enclosed volumes housing a fluid bound by a defined envelope. The fluid may be a liquid, gas, gel, semi-solid gel, colloidal solution, or any combination of the same and may further include a dye or other agent to retain consistency and composition post manufacture. During forming the entrapped fluid is at a super atmospheric pressure or is introduced into a compartment defined by the enclosed volume envelope subsequent to manufacture with a method for sealing an introduction route following introduction.